Best Ark Humor Podcasts (2025)

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The Chupacabra 31:23

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The Chupacabra: Blood, Beasts, and the Birth of a Modern Monster 📄 Episode Description For decades, farmers across the Americas have reported something eerie: livestock mysteriously killed, drained of blood, and left behind with strange puncture wounds. Enter El Chupacabra—the legendary goat-sucking cryptid that sparked panic across Puerto Rico and…

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Playing “Ticket Worthy” with Chip and Jeff 1:17:45

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How much would you pay to see a band you like? How much would you need to be paid to see a band you don’t like?By Junk Miles with Chip and Jeff

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The Black Stone 11:45

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Episode 10: The Black Stone – A Test of Wisdom When Makkah’s tribes nearly go to war over one sacred stone, a young man named Muhammad steps in with a plan that changes everything. Can wisdom stop a fight? Join Zaki, Noora, and Captain Suhail to find out!By Meraj Digital

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Flat Earth 35:45

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The Flat Earth Conspiracy: Ancient Beliefs, Modern Movement 📄 Episode Description: What if the Earth isn’t a spinning ball in space, but a flat, enclosed disc surrounded by an icy wall? In this episode, we explore the bizarre world of Flat Earth theory—from ancient cosmologies and medieval misconceptions to modern influencers, ice wall patrols, and…

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The Prophet and the Cub 11:29

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In this powerful and tender episode, Zaki takes us back to the sacred city of Makkah, where a woman filled with hope and faith approaches the Ka’bah with a prayer on her lips and a child stirring within her.By Meraj Digital

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The Ark of the Covenant 36:41

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The Ark of the Covenant: Lost Relic or Ancient Weapon? 📄 Episode Description: Was the Ark of the Covenant just a sacred religious object—or something far more powerful? In this episode, we explore the mysterious history, rumored powers, and wild theories surrounding one of the most legendary artifacts in human history. From its biblical origins to …

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The Marriage of the Prophet and Khadijah 14:53

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Zaki’s having a feather-flipping panic—until Suhail shares the story of how Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and Lady Khadijah built a love based on trust and kindness. A heartwarming tale for the whole family! Moral: True love is built on trust, not charm. 🎧 Perfect for Ages: 5–12 (and their grown-up sidekicks!)By Meraj Digital

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Bring Back Crossover Episodes 47:07

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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Picture this: the year is 2006, and Disney's three-episode crossover series 'That's So Suite Life of Hannah Montana' is releasing its first episode at 8/7 central, and you're SAT, ready to witness a piece of history. James and I take to the podcast to nerd out over iconic crossover episodes, spiral…

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The JFK Assassination 36:13

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The JFK Assassination: Conspiracy, Cover-Up, and the Truth Episode Description On November 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. Officially, Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone—but decades of inconsistencies, missing evidence, and classified documents suggest something much darker may have happened. In this episode, we br…

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The Honest Trader 14:54

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In the bustling markets of ancient Makkah, one young man stood out—not by shouting the loudest, but by being the most honest. In this heartfelt episode, Zaki and Suhail take us into the story of how Prophet Muhammad ﷺ earned the title Al-Amin—The Trustworthy—long before he became a prophet. With playful banter, moral tests, and a visit from someone…

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We’re All Afraid Our Kids Will Be Losers 56:33

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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) We're all secretly afraid that our kids will be losers, and listen, I'm here to tell you that if that happened to me? I wouldn't talk to him either! James and I jump on the podcast to toast to bar games (think pool, darts, shuffleboard, yktv!!!), lament the fact that our thousand-dollar pocket comp…

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The 2012 Phenomenon 37:17

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The 2012 Phenomenon: The Apocalypse That Never Was Episode Description Was 2012 the end of the world—or just the beginning of something stranger? In this episode, we explore the origins of the 2012 prophecy, the conspiracies that exploded around it, and the lingering belief that reality quietly shifted. From Mayan calendars and doomsday cults to th…

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The Secret Gift 13:01

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When a traveler leaves a bag of gold with young Muhammad (peace be upon him), a quiet test of trust begins. Join Zaki and Captain Suhail as they uncover a story of honesty, patience, and the meaning of true integrity. Even the smallest choices can reveal the biggest truths!By Meraj Digital

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The Breakfast Industrial Complex 1:13:43

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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Why did breakfast box itself into such narrow thinking? The day's most important meal could be so much more than eggs, if only we let it become fully realized!!! Sadie and I jump on the podcast to chat about nicknames we love, bike lanes we loathe, and our deep dissatisfaction with the oppressive e…

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Giants 39:34

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Giants: Myth, History, and the Secrets of the Colossal Episode Description: From towering Nephilim and Norse Jötnar to Photoshopped skeletons and secret military psychic programs, the idea of giants keeps surfacing across history, myth, and conspiracy theory. In this episode, we dig through ancient texts, archaeological oddities, hoaxes, and fringe…

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The Pact of the Brave 15:59

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When a traveling merchant is treated unfairly in the heart of Makkah, no one dares to help—until a few brave voices rise to do what’s right. Zaki tells the powerful true story of a promise that changed everything: Hilf al-Fudul, the Pact of Justice. Even young Muhammad (peace be upon him) joined this stand for fairness—long before he became a Proph…

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Novelty Snacks 1:23:56

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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) If there's a viral snack collab unfolding, Lilly is on the scene! Mountain Dew x Flamin’ Hot Cheetos? Sign her up. Swedish Fish Oreos? She's buying 'em, and nobody can stop her, damn it! Lilly and I take to the podcast to indulge in absurd snack innovations, spiral about accumulating too much “stuf…

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The Phoenix Lights 36:48

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The Phoenix Lights: Mass UFO Sighting or Military Cover-Up? Episode Description: In 1997, Arizona's skies were lit up by one of the most famous mass UFO sightings in history—the Phoenix Lights. Was it a silent alien craft, secret military tech, or just a misidentified flare drop? We break down the timeline, examine key witnesses, dig into official …

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The Boy, the Monk, and the Protector 14:44

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A boy, a monk, and a big decision! Join Zaki and Captain Suhail as they journey across the desert sands to uncover a secret that could change the world. When true greatness is discovered, Abu Talib must make a brave choice—protect his precious nephew, no matter the danger or the cost. A story of courage, trust, and the quiet kind of heroism that sh…

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A Biggie for Your Troubles 1:20:06

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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Who eats sardines straight from the tin, carries a wad of rubberband-bound singles, and is in “talks” with the Italian government? Depends on who's asking. Adam and I take to the podcast to toast to tinned fish, raise a stink about early morning construction, and pour one out for the many folks who…

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The Betz Sphere 28:28

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The Betz Sphere: Alien Artifact, Secret Weapon, or Just a Steel Ball? In 1974, a Florida family found a strange metal sphere in the woods near their home. It rolled uphill, vibrated with music, and seemed to have a mind of its own. Was it alien technology, Cold War spy gear, or just a heavy steel ball with great timing? In this episode, we explore …

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The Art of Listening and The Power of Humor: A Conversation Connecting Life Experiences with Cartoonist Dave Coverly 52:10

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Imagine a cartoon opening a door to transform a challenging conversation into a productive and meaningful conversation in your team. In this episode, we explore how listening and observation can engage humor which can shift our mindset and enhance our ability to engage with others meaningfully. Dave Coverly is the award-winning creator of the inter…

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The Shepard in the Desert 13:57

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The Shepard in the Desert When Zaki gets stuck watching a noisy baby bird, he thinks it's the worst job ever—until he learns about the early life of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) as a young shepherd. Through the quiet hills of Makkah, we discover how caring for sheep helped shape the heart of a future Prophet. With a little help (and a lot o…

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Sexy Unique Restaurant 1:10:23

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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) It’s important to remember that the SUR experience has little to do with the food. Its true specialties lie in campy ambiance, overpriced cocktails, and the chance to share a room with some of reality TV’s messiest players—pure bliss! Matt and I jump on the podcast to honor our favorite divorce alb…

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Reality Shifting 39:41

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Reality Shifting: TikTok Trend or Portal to the Multiverse? What if you could leave this reality behind and wake up in a universe where you're a wizard, a superhero, or even just someone without bills? In this episode, we explore Reality Shifting—a viral phenomenon where people claim to shift their consciousness into alternate dimensions. Is it luc…

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The Orphan 15:53

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Before he was a Prophet, Muhammad faced deep loss. Discover how love, faith, and quiet strength shaped a boy who would one day change the world.By Meraj Digital

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The Waterpark Capital of the World 1:26:25

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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Picture this: You're freshly thirteen, you've got your brand new Ocean Pacific swimsuit on, and you're patiently making your way up the wooden staircase with your tube in hand. What's waiting for you at the top, you ask? None other than the Wilderness' most infamous waterslide, the Hurricane. Talk …

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The Voynich Manuscript 29:08

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The Voynich Manuscript: Decoding the World’s Most Mysterious Book Episode Description: For over 600 years, a strange book filled with unknown plants, bizarre symbols, and an unbreakable language has baffled historians, codebreakers, and conspiracy theorists alike. In this episode, we dive deep into the mystery of the Voynich Manuscript—a book some …

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The Night of Hope 12:47

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🎙️ Season 2, Episode 1 – The Night of Hope Welcome back, young adventurers! In this magical season opener of Amazing Stories with Zaki the Hoopoe, we journey to a quiet night in Makkah—a night filled with stars, whispers of destiny, and the birth of someone who would change the world forever. After the miracle of the Year of the Elephant, something…

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Wrestling Is the Straight Man’s Drag 1:00:40

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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Name something more c*nty than a giant chiseled man with a spray tan and platinum blonde blowout strutting to the ring in a bedazzled outfit to the tune of "Real American"—you can't! Rohan and I take to the podcast to celebrate grown men finding an outlet for self-expression, reject the creation of…

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Raelians 34:27

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The Raelian Movement: UFOs, Cloning, and the Future of Humanity Episode Description: What happens when extraterrestrials are your creators, cloning is the path to eternal life, and the ultimate goal is building an embassy for your alien makers? In this episode, we explore the Raelian Movement—a group that blends UFO encounters, radical science, and…

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Just Scan the QR Code on the Table 46:52

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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) If I have to use my own cellphone to pull up the menu at the restaurant, I'm clocking in because I work here now. I said what I said! James and I return to the podcast to celebrate Flow's Academy Award for Best Animated Feature (s/o to Latvia, a real place that exists!), dismantle the Digital Menu …

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The Adventure of the Eid Treasure Map 13:57

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Zaki the Hoopoe and his ever-grumbly travel buddy Captain Suhail stumble upon a mysterious treasure map hidden in a box of Eid sweets—and you know what that means: adventure time! 🏜️🌙 From ancient riddles and rhyming camels to swirling desert mirages and hidden chambers, the two unlikely heroes journey across the sands on a quest full of mystery, m…

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Becoming More Relevant with the Better Listening Method: The Power of Active and Systemic Listening in Media Organizations with Nanna Holst 40:20

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In this episode of the Listening Superpower Podcast, we're joined by Nanna Holst to delve into how the media landscape's evolution, driven by new platforms, shifting consumption, and AI advancements, is swamping audiences with more information, but not necessarily more insight. We discuss how traditional media must transform, using active listening…

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Operation Paperclip 31:07

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Operation Paperclip Quick Summary: After WWII, the U.S. secretly recruited hundreds of Nazi scientists to gain a technological edge over the Soviets. This covert operation, known as Operation Paperclip, focused on rocketry, aeronautics, and biological warfare, bringing in figures like Wernher von Braun and Kurt Blome—men with questionable pasts but…

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Ramadan Special: The Mission of the Dates 8:42

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🌙 Ramadhan Special: The Big Date Dilemma | Amazing Stories with Zaki 🐦✨ When Zaki the Hoopoe and Captain Suhail the Seagull set out to deliver dates to a nearby village for iftar, they think it’ll be smooth sailing… until a sudden storm, a torn date sack, and a hungry little fox cub change their journey completely. In this heartwarming Ramadhan adv…

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Feeling Insecure About My Water Bottle 39:55

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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) I recently found myself feeling insecure about my Hydro during a Zoom call full of Stanleys and decided enough is enough! Screw your trendy water bottle! Unless you're still chewing on your Camelbak straw, like seriously, it's time to move on. James and I hit the podcast to celebrate mixing metals,…

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The Toynbee Tiles 32:48

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The Toynbee Tiles Episode Summary: Mysterious tiles have appeared on streets across the U.S. and South America for decades, carrying an eerie message: "TOYNBEE IDEA IN MOViE `2001 RESURRECT DEAD ON PLANET JUPiTER." But who put them there, and what does it all mean? This episode explores the bizarre origins, cryptic messages, and conspiracy theories…

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Season One Finale: The Year of the Elephant 15:59

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In this thrilling season finale of Amazing Stories with Zaki, we journey back to one of the most incredible events in history—the Year of the Elephant! Zaki the Hoopoe takes us on an adventure filled with towering elephants, a mighty army led by the ambitious Abraha, and the unexpected heroes of the story—tiny birds with a powerful mission. As Abra…

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Leaving It All on the Field 1:22:33

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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Picture this: The year is 2025 and you're making the active choice to jump back on the reading train after it dawns on you that you've forgotten how to do anything besides watch TV. Sound familiar? If so, you're safe here! Grace and I take to the podcast to celebrate Chelsea Handler's new book, I'l…

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Talking Super Fun Music Trivia and Fraud Street Loop! 1:26:02

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Chip and Jeff chat about running and the awesome Fraud Street Loop with Philadelphia's premier running coach Gerard Pescatore! As a reward for all you good people supporting this fundraiser for Philabundance, Chip and Jeff take turns asking some of the best music trivia questions from the 70s, 80s, 90s, and beyond! We also chat about dogs named Fra…

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Don’t Interrupt Listening! The power of listening presence to transform conversations with James Cook 1:05:42

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What if our effort to listen well actually interfered with the power of listening itself? What happens when we let go and allow listening to be about presence, depth, and genuine human connection? In this episode, we’re joined by James Cook, a learning and development specialist in coaching and team development at a large global organization. With …

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El Dorado 36:42

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El Dorado – The City of Gold or Something More? For centuries, explorers and treasure hunters have searched for El Dorado, the fabled lost city of gold. But was it ever real? Or was it something far more mysterious? In this episode, we dive deep into the origins of the legend, the obsession that drove men to madness, and the paranormal and conspira…

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The Promise of the Last Messenger 10:40

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In this exciting episode of Amazing Stories with Zaki, our wise and whimsical hoopoe, Zaki, takes us on a journey through time to uncover the greatest prophecy ever told! From Prophet Adam to Prophet Isa (Jesus), we explore how each messenger carried a promise—one that would lead to the arrival of the final prophet, Prophet Muhammad (peace and bles…

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Talking “The Goonies” with Russ Bengtson 1:40:15

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Chip and Jeff chat with writer and editor Russ Bengtson about the beloved 1985 adventure classic "The Goonies" and his book "A History of Basketball in Fifteen Sneakers." They also chat about dangerous sodas, the Fraud Street Loop, big 90s t-shirts, our first cool sneakers, sneaker culture, kids cursing in movies, awesome child actors, Cyndi Lauper…

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The Zodiac Killer 35:14

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The Zodiac Killer – Mystery, Codes, and Fear For decades, the Zodiac Killer has remained one of the most infamous unsolved cases in American history. A shadowy figure who not only murdered but taunted the police and public with cryptic ciphers and chilling letters. Despite numerous theories, suspects, and investigations, his true identity remains a…

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The House of Allah 15:10

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Join Zaki the Hoopoe on an incredible journey back in time to witness the building of the most sacred place on Earth—the Kaaba! In this exciting episode, we follow Prophet Ibrahim and his son, Prophet Ismail, as they work together, brick by brick, to construct the House of Allah in the barren desert of Makkah. With no fancy tools or machines, just …

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Seafood Boil Mukbang 1:04:16

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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Have you ever been out to eat when your waiter suddenly goes missing, only to reappear on stage, mic in hand, bringing down the house? It's like, sure you wanted another martini, but ultimately you're happy they're having their moment! Owen and I take to the podcast to celebrate servers with secret…

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The Illuminati 29:16

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The Illuminati For centuries, whispers of a secret society pulling the strings behind world events have persisted. From government control to pop culture manipulation, the Illuminati has become one of the most famous and enduring conspiracy theories of all time. But is there any truth to it? In this episode, we explore the real history of the Illum…

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Black History Month: Listening to History to Illuminate the Present with Dr. Ramona Houston 43:00

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Have you ever felt unheard in a conversation? Or wondered why society seems more divided than ever? Historian and podcast host Ramona Houston joins us to reveal how radical listening can bridge cultural divides, resolve conflicts, and reshape history. Ramona Houston is a U.S. historian specializing in African American and Mexican American history. …