Best Crack Epidemic Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 393/394 Redux Megamix! 1:13:28

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This week Host Dave Bledsoe was overcome with patriotism he was unable to work. (We couldn't figure out what shitty bar he was hiding in, again) So in honor of what is probably our nation's last birthday, we give you a rerun megamix about Desert Storm. The last time American really felt good about itself. We are back next with Summer Series 2025 ki…

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Summer Series 2025: You Can Have A Little War, As A Treat! 0:41

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What the HELL Were You Thinking covers all the Little Wars, so convenient to make a politician LOOK good without killing too many Americans! Join us as we go from the Iran Hostage Crisis all the way to the Balkans as three Presidents wagged the dog for their ratings! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Episode 499: The State of the Podcast, Podcast 14:01

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Show Notes Episode 499: State of the Podcast Podcast This week Dave sobered, took a look around and discovered what he had been doing for the past decade. (He did NOT like what he discovered) So, on the show we took a brief moment to talk about ten years and way more than 500 episodes of the podcast. Along the way we learned we could have been spar…

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Episode 498: Is It Safe To Go Back In The Water? 33:49

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Show Notes Episode 498: “Is It Safe To Go Back In The Water?” This week Host Dave Bledsoe got drunk and kicked out of the New York Aquarium for shouting “I AM NOT AFRAID OF YOU” at the shark tank. (Again.) On the show this week we talk about the movie that changed how Americans went to the movies and how they went to the beach! We talk about Jaws o…

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Listen Now: Liberty Lost 5:55

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In Evangelical homes across the United States, sex outside of marriage is a sin against God. So, when Abbi becomes pregnant at 16, her devout parents hide her away at the Liberty Godparent Home, a little-known facility for pregnant teens on the campus of Liberty University. The Home says it helps girls decide what comes next – whether that’s parent…

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Episode 497: Come, As You Are 31:40

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Show Notes Episode 497:Come As You Are This week Host Dave Bledsoe was asked by a trendy New Yorker where he thrifted all those “awesome vintage clothes” and told them WalMart in 1997. (Clearly a lie, like he could fit in the size he wore in 1997!) On the show this week we examine the music and style that came to define Generation X: Grunge. Along …

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Episode 496: It's Not TV, It's The Green Channel? 37:51

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Show Notes Episode 496: It’s Not Tv, It’s The Green Channel This week Host Dave Bledsoe got hammered and spent four hours trying to explain to a bartender how you could see boobs in TV static when he was a kid. (Again.) On the show this week we take a look at how boobs and sports changed television forever, we talk about the birth of HBO! Along the…

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Episode 495: The Buck Stops Elsewhere Part 2 of Iran Contra 38:34

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Show Notes Episode 495: The Buck Stops Elsewhere Part 2 of Iran Contra This week Host Dave Bledsoe demands immunity from paying his bartabs only to be found in contempt by the bartender. (Again) On the show this week we take a look at the fallout from the Iran Contra Affair. (Spoiler: No one went to jail.) Along the way we discover that Dave has a …

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Episode 494: Ollies Big Idea Part 1 of Iran/Contra 31:26

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Show Notes Episode 494: Ollies Big Idea Part 1 of Iran Contra This week Host Dave Bledsoe tried to implement a plan where the bartender gave him whiskey, he drank it and the tab was paid by a third party which would remain classified. (It did not work.) On the show this week we talk about the time the United States did one crime to pay for another …

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Inside The Monster Series [bonus] 1:04:42

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Executive Producers Matt Frederick and Trevor Young sit down for an exclusive behind-the-scenes conversation about the makings of the Monster series. Get the scoop from the beginning and find out how a one-off investigation into a serial killer in Atlanta became an award-winning global podcast franchise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info…

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Episode 400-401 Redux Mega-Edition: The Reagan Shows 1:00:04

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We are taking the week off to recover from a cocaine hangover, so we bring you a rerun of a classic episode! It is ALSO a foreshadowing of what is to come! So, enjoy our hit job on Ronald Wilson Reagan and get ready for an ever NASTIER hit job next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Episode 493: Secret Dealer Man Part 3 of the Crack Epidemic 32:54

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Show Notes Episode 493: Secret Dealer Man Part 3 of the Crack Epidemic This week Host Dave Bledsoe tried to make a bartender believe he was an undercover agent for the state liquor authority and drinking for free would help their case. (It would have worked if his “badge” didn’t read Female Body Inspector) On the show this week we FINALLY conclude …

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Episode 492: You STILL Want A New Drug Part 2 of the Crack Epidemic 31:36

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Show Notes Episode 492: You STILL Want A New Drug Part 2 of the Crack Epidemic This week Host Dave Bledsoe thought he was done drinking but discovered his credit card company had (Foolishly) upped his credit limit. (This will not end well for either of them) On the show this week we deliver part two of the crack epidemic talking about all the lies …

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Episode 491: You Want A NEW Drug? Part 1 28:04

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Show Notes Episode 491: You Want A NEW Drug? Part 1 of the Crack Epidemic This week Host Dave Bledsoe found himself unexpectedly in a serious situation when we staggered into an Irish wake and had to pretend he was cousin Eamon from Cork. (He was quickly figured out because his fake Irish accent kept sounding more Jamaican.) On the show this week w…

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Wellness in Minutes: Sleep Smarter with Kayla Barnes-Lentz: Quick Tips for Quality Sleep 7:58

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Unlock better sleep! Kayla Barnes-Lentz reveals simple steps for a restful night and the impact of poor sleep in this episode of Wellness in Minutes. Learn how to create an ideal sleeping environment and build a sleep-promoting schedule for improved health. Prioritize your well-being with these essential sleep strategies. In Wellness In Minutes thi…

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Episode 490: Miami Vice Vice Baby 29:29

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Show Notes Episode 490: Miami Vice Vice Baby This week Host Dave Bledsoe finds himself in hot water with his boss over his constant screw ups and is told to turn in his microphone and podcaster badge (Which is just some toy Jeremy got out of vending machine and told Dave it was “official”) On the show this week we head back to the 80’s to talk abou…

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The Leaky Gut Epidemic: Understanding Symptoms & Solutions with Dr. Gundry 46:25

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Ever wonder why your gut feelings are so real? 🤔 Join Laurentine on the Food Matters Podcast as she chats with the legendary Dr. Steven Gundry (bestselling author & gut health guru!). They dive deep into the mind-blowing gut-brain connection, revealing how your microbiome (that army of gut bacteria!) actually calls the shots on your mood, focus, an…

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Episode 489: We Built This City on Flake and Blow 32:44

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Show Notes Episode 489: We Built This City on Flake and Blow This week Host Dave Bledsoe puts on a Hawwian shirt, drops a Jimmy Buffett record on the turntable and mixes up a Bahama Mama before anyone figured out that he was not part of the wedding and threw him out of the venue. (This happens a lot.) On the show this week we head south to a city o…

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Wellness In Minutes: Everyday Toxins and Your Health: Darin Olien on Fatal Conveniences 7:34

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Toxins in your daily life? In this Wellness in Minutes episode, Darin Olien breaks down the dangers of processed foods, water contamination, and unsustainable farming. Learn simple, practical steps to purify your water and minimize toxin exposure. Tune in for fast, effective health advice. In this episode, you’ll discover: ✅ Harmful toxins in your …

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Episode 488: Coke Is IT!! 29:09

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Show Notes Episode 488: Coke Is IT!! This week Host Dave Bledsoe was in a bathroom stall with white powder all over his face. (He passed on the shitter eating a powdered donut. Again.) On the show this week, we kick off a series of shows about cocaine, the drug that made white people think disco was for them! Along the way we learned that Dave was …

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Cocaine Cowboys 1:01

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It was the fuel that ran the 70’s and 80’s. It gave us disco, hair metal and pretty much every country music song between 1971 and, well now. There is at least a 30% chance that you were personally conceived while your parents were high as balls on it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Is It Perimenopause or Stress? Learn How to Understand Your Hormones with Nat Kringoudis 40:55

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Confused by changes in your body in your 30s or 40s? Heavier or lighter periods 🩸, irregular cycles 🗓️, night sweats 😓, anxiety 😟, mood swings 😠😊, or trouble sleeping 😴 could be signs of perimenopause, the natural transition before menopause. Join host Laurentine ten Bosch on the Food Matters Podcast for an insightful conversation with leading wome…

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Episode 487: Trade You Three Beenz for a Flooz 31:19

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Show Notes Episode 487: Trade You Three Beenz for a Flooz This week Host Dave Bledsoe offers to trade the bartender stock options in his internet start up Beer Me only to have his IPO flop badly. (Again) On the show this week we head back the heady days of the late 90’s when everyone had an internet startup ready to fail, the Dot Com Bubble! Along …

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Wellness in Minutes: Regulating Hormones with Light: A Natural Biohack with Andy Mant 12:06

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In this short Wellness in Minutes episode, discover how light exposure plays a crucial role in regulating hormones and optimizing overall health. Andy Mant explains how natural light influences melatonin, cortisol, and other key hormones, affecting sleep, energy, and well-being. Learn how to harness the power of light as a natural biohack to suppor…

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Episode 486: It Could Use More Snot 31:33

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Episode 486: It Could Use More Snot This week Host Dave Bledsoe proffered a Mickey Mantle rookie card in exchange for the clearance of his bar tab despite the fact that it was clearly printed on cardstock by an inkjet low on cyan. (They forced him to eat it before they tossed him out.) On the show this week we examine the disgusting kids collectibl…

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Healthy Ingredient Swaps: Cooking Oils, Dairy Alternatives & Sweeteners with The Happy Pear 35:10

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Looking to make healthier choices in your kitchen? In this episode, Dave and Steve Flynn of The Happy Pear share simple, practical ingredient swaps to help you upgrade your diet without sacrificing taste. Discover the best and worst cooking oils, the tastiest dairy alternatives, and natural sweetener swaps that support gut health and energy. Plus…

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Episode 485: Avon, Amway and Tupperware. Oh My! 32:55

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Show Notes Episode 495: Avon, Amway and Tupperware, OH MY! This week host Dave Bledsoe devises a plan where he recruits two people to pay for his drinks and they recruit two people to pay for their drinks and one of his, everyone profits. (It didn’t work because no one likes him enough to buy even ONE drink for him.) On the show this week we took a…

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Wellness in Minutes: Elevate Your Morning: Cacao Rituals for Energy & Focus with Dan Koch 10:33

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In this short Wellness in Minutes episode, discover how cacao can elevate your morning routine and naturally boost energy and focus. Dan Koch shares the powerful benefits of cacao, explaining how its unique compounds support mental clarity, reduce anxiety, and enhance overall well-being. Learn simple ways to incorporate this ancient superfood into …

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Episode 313: I Would Smoke 500 Miles and I Would Smoke 500 More (Redux) 35:34

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Show Notes Episode 313: I Would Smoke 500 Miles, And I Would Smoke 500 More (Redux This week Host Dave Bledsoe wakes up coughing from what he is sure is just cat dander and allergies, and proceeds to light the first smoke of the day! (We’re sure everything is fine!) On the show this week, we open up that one drawer in the kitchen with all the menus…

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Why You’re Not Sleeping Well – And How to Fix It for Good with Jason Prall 1:05:50

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Do you toss and turn at night, wake up groggy, or rely on coffee just to get through the morning? Sleep is the foundation of good health, yet so many of us neglect it—without realizing the serious impact it has on our energy, mood, and overall well-being. If you're waking up in the middle of the night, feeling drained by midday, or battling stress …