Best John Atkin Podcasts (2025)

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524 // The Prison Break of Leroy Chasson w/ Daniel Zimmerman 1:02:24

9h ago1:02:24

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Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are joined by new friend of the show, Mr. Daniel Zimmerman. On Sept. 6th, 1982, Leroy Chasson escaped from Walpole Prison in Massachusetts, one the most violent and notorious prisons in the country. With his wife masquerading as a nurse and brandishing a .45 automatic pisto…

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Introducing: The Ongoing Transformation 39:47

10h ago39:47

39:47

Today we’re sharing an episode of a podcast called The Ongoing Transformation. It’s a biweekly podcast featuring conversations about science, technology, policy, and society. They speak with interesting thinkers—leading researchers, artists, policymakers, social theorists, and other luminaries—about the ways new knowledge transforms the world. The …

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004 Will discusses The Notebook 28:43

13h ago28:43

28:43

Today Will discusses The Notebook and discusses how the music effects the film along with character arcs, impactful quotes, and observations as a first time viewer.By Will Atkin

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Classic: An ex-atheist faces off with an ex-Christian 59:43

10h ago59:43

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Holly Ordway is the Cardinal Francis George Professor of Faith and Culture at the Word on Fire Institute and a Visiting Professor of Apologetics at Houston Christian University. She holds a PhD in English and serves as a subject editor for the Journal of Inklings Studies. A regular guest on The CS Lewis Podcast, Holly has a deep passion for explori…

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003 Will discusses No Country for Old Men 26:46

2d ago26:46

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Today we discuss the movie No Country for Old Men. We look at the role that music plays in this film along with overall themes and character arcs.By Will Atkin

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Best of Design Matters: Olafur Eliasson 1:03:34

1d ago1:03:34

1:03:34

The works of artist Olafur Eliasson explore the relevance of art in the world at large. He joins to discuss his three-decade career creating sculptures, installations, paintings, photographs, and film utilizing natural elements—light, color, water, and movement—to alter viewers’ sensory perceptions. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fil…

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523 // NESK - Brainscratch Collab - Is There a New England Serial Killer? 1:48:23

2d ago1:48:23

1:48:23

In this new episode Tim Pilleri, Lance Reenstierna, and Mike Morford speak on John Lordan's Brainscratch Youtube show about the possibilities of a new and active serial killer in New England. Check out this episode on John Lordan's LordanArts channel: ⁠https://youtu.be/YyXvnuLC7Po⁠. Follow John Lordan's work: ⁠https://linktr.ee/lordanarts⁠. Follow …

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522 // The 10ish Podcast - 10 Weirdest Town Names in America 1:09:52

3d ago1:09:52

1:09:52

Welcome to Crawlspace...and the 10ish Podcast! Back in July of 2023, the creator of the 10ish Podcast invited Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna onto his show and they brought with them their top ten list of the weirdest town names in America. This is that episode. The three hosts discuss how each town got its name, fun facts about each town, key peop…

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521 // NESK - Reviewing Expert Insight in New England Serial Killer Case 1:09:43

4d ago1:09:43

1:09:43

In this new episode Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak about the possibilities of a new and active serial killer in New England. We also play clips from Lance's conversation with expert Dr. Michael Arntfield that aired on ⁠Crawlspace⁠ on May 18th, 2025. Mike brings his unique and specialized insight into not only the dynamics of how the discov…

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Clarkson’s Farm, episode 1 review 25:45

5d ago25:45

25:45

The Farmers Guardian news and business team discusses the first episode of the new series and Jeremy Clarkson’s impact on agriculture Message usBy Farmers Guardian

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Is the natural world evidence of design, or the result of random processes? Rachel G Jordan vs Michael Shermer hosted by Andy Kind 1:11:42

4d ago1:11:42

1:11:42

In this episode of Premier Unbelievable? comedian and host Andy Kind welcomes marine biologist and Christian author Rachel G. Jordan, author of If the Ocean has a Soul, and sceptic science-historian Dr Michael Shermer, founder of Skeptic Magazine and author of The Moral Arc, for a dynamic conversation exploring whether nature reveals divine purpose…

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Quite A Boast - Episode 23 - Rhys Thomas 55:20

5d ago55:20

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In this episode we chat with actor, writer & director, Rhys Thomas, who has worked on numerous television shows over the years including creating the sublime 'Brian Pern' mockumentaries and the delightful CBBC series 'Dodger'. He started his television career in a schoolboy work experience placement as a runner on Shooting Stars where he rubbed sho…

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The Progress Report: Crime Plummets in 2025! 16:17

5d ago16:17

16:17

On this week's Progress Report, Zachary and Emma serve up a fresh batch of good news you probably missed: U.S. crime rates are dropping to record lows, a bold new law is aimed at taking down revenge porn and AI deepfakes in just 48 hours, and Guinea-Bissau is throwing its very first art biennale, despite having almost no galleries or art schools. W…

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The Eluned Morgan One 45:54

5d ago45:54

45:54

The First Minister of Wales sets a marker to the left of Keir Starmer, setting out her vision of a "Red Welsh Way", drawing inspiration from Gavin and Stacey. Producer: Daniel KraemerBy BBC Radio 4

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002 Colleen and Will discuss Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, Somewhere, & Help Me Make it Through the Night 39:09

6d ago39:09

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Today we discuss three of my Mom's favorites Goodbye Yellow Brick Road by Elton John, Somewhere by Barbra Streisand, and Help Me Make it Through the Night by Kris Kristofferson.By Will Atkin & Colleen Hains

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John Deere's new 6M series, is it all it's cracked up to be? 23:03

6d ago23:03

23:03

Machinery Special: In cab review of John Deere's new 6M series FG Machinery team, James Huyton and Toby Whatley look at what a 150hp and 270hp version of the new range has to offer Message usBy Farmers Guardian

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The View from Canada with David Frum 1:02:00

7d ago1:02:00

1:02:00

What does Canada think about Donald Trump’s America? Zachary and Emma speak with David Frum, author, staff writer at The Atlantic, political commentator, and former speechwriter for President George W. Bush. A Canadian American, David elaborates on Canada’s strategic integration with the U.S., the implications of recent shifts including Trump’s tar…

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520 // The Anatomy of a Romance Scam w/ Brian Haugen & Andy Robertson 1:11:06

7d ago1:11:06

1:11:06

Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna have a wild conversation with Brian Haugen and filmmaker Andy Robertson. Brian is the central character in an elaborate plot to scam women across the globe. Andy directed the docu-series on Hulu, "Hey Beautiful - Anatomy of a Romance Scam" which tells the story of Brian and…

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001 John and Will discuss Hey Jude, Suite: Judy Blue Eyes, & I Wish it Would Rain 24:35

7d ago24:35

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Today we discuss three of my Dad's favorites, Hey Jude by The Beatles, Suite: Judy Blue Eyes by Crosby, Still & Nash, and I Wish it Would Rain by The Temptations.By Will Atkin & John Atkin

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Classic: Is War ever justified? Just War, Darwinism and Christianity | Michael Ruse vs Nigel Biggar. 1:01:25

7d ago1:01:25

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In 2025, as the world is devastated by continuing wars, many are simultaneously commemorating the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. Returning to this edition of Unbelievable, recorded as marks of Remembrance took place across the world to mark the 100th anniversary of the end of WW1 in 2018, Justin Brierley discussed just war theory, Dar…

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Best of Design Matters: Carson Ellis 1:07:11

9d ago1:07:11

1:07:11

Carson Ellis is the author and illustrator of the bestselling picture books “Home” and “Du Iz Tak?”. She joins to talk about her life living on a farm in Oregon and her remarkable career illustrating numerous award-winning books for children. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f…

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519 // From MISSING / The Disappearance of Diane Augat 1:00:50

10d ago1:00:50

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Welcome to Crawlspace. This episode is a bonus taken from the recent archives of our other show, Missing (https://open.spotify.com/show/0yRXkJrZC85otfT7oXMcri?si=b585ed1c21db4e4a) which aired on 4/10/25. Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna discuss the mysterious disappearance of Diane Augat from Hudson, Florida on April 10th, 1998. This episode was r…

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Do humans have the right to engineer life? Prof. Keith Fox v Dr. Sam McKee 1:26:01

11d ago1:26:01

1:26:01

Should we be tampering with the genetic code of life? What are the ethical and theological implications of engineering artificial organisms?This episode of Unbelievable? explores the cutting-edge world of synthetic biology - from designing artificial microbes to help us live on Mars, to the deeper philosophical and ethical questions about humanity …

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The Progress Report: Would You Let Snakes Bite You for Science? 14:49

12d ago14:49

14:49

On this week's Progress Report, Zachary and Emma break down some surprising stories of progress, from China’s clean energy boom finally driving down emissions, to Hungary’s unexpected rise as a solar power leader, to a dramatic drop in infant hospitalizations thanks to a new RSV vaccine. Plus, hear the wild tale of the American who built up immunit…

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The Richard Tice One 38:17

12d ago38:17

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Reform UK’s deputy leader reflects on a year of political success, a privileged upbringing and the cabinet job he’s eyeing up Producer: Daniel KraemerBy BBC Radio 4

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View from the Hill: A US beef farming perspective on the UK-US trade deal 20:56

13d ago20:56

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Following the news that the UK and US have signed a trade deal, including improved access for American beef in the UK, John Wilkes spoke with Kent Bacus from the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association in the US to get a US perspective on the deal and the prospects for US-UK trade. Message us

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Modern Money and Marketcrafters with Chris Hughes 53:55

14d ago53:55

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How can we reshape the American economy? Zachary and Emma speak with Chris Hughes, Facebook co-founder, Chair of the Economic Security Project, and author of “Marketcrafters: The 100-Year Struggle to Shape the American Economy.” Chris discusses the differences between marketcraft and Trump’s tariffs, how marketcraft has succeeded with antitrust and…

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518 // Expert Insight on New England Serial Killer w/ Dr. Michael Arntfield 56:48

14d ago56:48

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Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Lance Reenstierna is joined by the great Dr. Michael Arntfield, a criminologist, author, consultant and award-winning professor at Western University in Canada as well as a Fulbright Scholar and previous visiting chairman at Vanderbilt University in Nashville where he specialized in victimology and Americ…

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Classic: Can Christianity be true if Christians can't agree on doctrine? Andrew Whyte vs Nabeel Qureshi 1:01:52

15d ago1:01:52

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Less than a year after this classic episode aired, Nabeel Qureshi, author of Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus, one of the most compelling accounts of a Muslim’s journey to Christianity, announced he had stage IV stomach cancer. He passed away in September 2017. In this unforgettable episode, Nabeel brings his characteristic warmth and clarity as he eng…

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Best of Design Matters: David Kwong 1:00:26

16d ago1:00:26

1:00:26

With his expertise in enigmas and illusions, David Kwong delights and challenges audiences around the world with his intellectual brand of magic. He joins to discuss his one-man show, The Enigmatist, and his career as a magician, crossword puzzle constructor, and writer. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey! Hosted on A…

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Introducing The Hidden Economics of Remarkable Women (HERO) 25:14

16d ago25:14

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Today we’re sharing an episode of a podcast from our friends at Foreign Policy called The Hidden Economics of Remarkable Women (HERO). It’s a series about women creating change through economic empowerment and it features female leaders from across the world. This episode was recorded live at this year's Munich Security Conference and focuses on th…

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517 // The King of The Thrill Pill w/ Shaahin Cheyene 1:06:03

17d ago1:06:03

1:06:03

Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are joined by a truly fascinating individual, Mr. Shaahin Cheyene. In the 1990s, when Shaahin was 17 years old, he created a drug which was a natural alternative to MDMA called Herbal Ecstasy. The success of his product was meteoric, the fame and money flooded in. Before he…

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Does true freedom exist? Max Jeganathan vs Andrew Copson hosted by Andy Kind 1:15:28

18d ago1:15:28

1:15:28

Is our obsession with personal autonomy leading to fulfilment—or fracture? Max Jeganathan (author of The Freedom Trap) and Andrew Copson (CEO of Humanists UK) explore the purpose, power, and pitfalls of freedom. While Max argues that unexamined individualism breeds anxiety, disconnection, and moral confusion, Andrew defends freedom as a means to ha…

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The Progress Report: Ancient Scrolls Decoded by AI! 14:49

19d ago14:49

14:49

This week on The Progress Report, Emma and Zachary dive into the mysterious world of ancient Herculaneum scrolls—charred by Vesuvius, now decoded by AI and particle accelerators. Maryland smashes its conservation goals, becoming the first U.S. state to hit “30 by 30.” And, are we really past peak alcohol consumption? We unpack what it means for the…

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516 // Continuing Coverage of Possible Active Serial Killer in New England 53:27

19d ago53:27

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In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna discuss updates on the possibility of a new and unidentified serial killer in New England. This is part 3 of a special report we're doing on the possibility of a new and active serial killer in New England. On March 6th, 2025 the remains of a woman were found near Norwalk, Connecticut by Norwalk …

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VE Day special: The fight for food security past and present 26:40

20d ago26:40

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Food security and farming is once again back in the spotlight and in this VE Day special, Emily Ashworth and Alex Black look at how farmers fought from the fields of Britain to make sure the nation was fed, and how food security has changed over the years. With current Government changes, it is an important reminder to put British farmers at the he…

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The Joe Biden One 29:41

21d ago29:41

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To mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, former president Joe Biden sits down with Nick Robinson for an exclusive interview, his first since leaving the White House. He issues a stark warning about the future of the western alliance and criticises his successor’s approach to foreign policy. In this extended interview, Biden also reflects on his deci…

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515 // All The Poisons! w/ Prof. Deborah Blum 1:06:17

21d ago1:06:17

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Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are joined by new friend of the show, Prof. Deborah Blum. Deborah is the Director of the Knight Science Journalism at MIT in Cambridge Massachusetts. Deborah is also a prolific writer and an expert on the wonders and the deadly nature of all the poisons! Check out all of De…

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The Supreme Court vs. Donald Trump with Stephen Vladeck 53:29

21d ago53:29

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It’s time for a lesson on the U.S. Supreme Court. Zachary and Emma speak with Stephen Vladeck, CNN's Supreme Court analyst, law professor at the University of Texas, and author of the newsletter One First. The Supreme Court is at a crucial historical moment as it clashes with the Trump Administration. Stephen, Zachary, and Emma dive into the contro…

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Classic: Why I changed my mind about Christian history - Tom Holland v Larry Hurtado 50:40

22d ago50:40

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Back in October 2016, renowned historian Tom Holland penned an article for The New Statesman on why he changed his mind about Christianity. Holland is the author of popular books on ancient empires and says his research made him realise how unique Christianity was in its infancy. In this classic show Holland claims that, despite secular arguments t…

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Best of Design Matters: Frances Frei and Anne Morriss 1:15:00

23d ago1:15:00

1:15:00

Anne Morriss and Frances Frei are best-selling authors and among the world’s most influential thinkers, speakers, and advisors. Their clients range from Fortune 10 companies to tech founders to political leaders working to build national competitiveness. They join to talk about their new book, Move Fast and Fix Things, outlining a practical process…

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The Chaos of City Construction | John Gavigan, PJ Hegarty 28:39

24d ago28:39

28:39

Building in highly dense city centers presents a unique set of challenges—tight spaces, heavy traffic, and the need to preserve historical structures while meeting modern safety and sustainability standards. Today we hear from an experienced engineer turned project manager who is an expert in navigating these complex logistics, from coordinating ma…

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514 // Grasping Bigfoot w/ Dr. John Baranchok 1:07:28

24d ago1:07:28

1:07:28

Welcome to Crawlspace. In this new episode, Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna are joined for the first time by Dr. John Baranchok, a neuropsychologist and clinical psychologist who now uses his scientific approach to break down how to research and responsibly encounter the elusive Bigfoot. Check out John's work here: https://hangar1publishing.com/col…

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Cancer, War and the God Question: why so much suffering? Prof Richard Norman vs Sara Stevenson hosted by Andy Kind 1:15:15

26d ago1:15:15

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Why does a good God allow violence and suffering — even in the Bible?In this episode of Premier Unbelievable?, Andy Kind hosts a thought-provoking debate between humanist philosopher Richard Norman and Christian thinker Sara Stevenson. Together, they explore whether divine violence in the Old Testament undermines the credibility of Christianity, an…

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The Progress Report: Science Tastes Like Chicken 15:10

26d ago15:10

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This week on The Progress Report, hosts Zachary Karabell and Emma Varvaloucas share a roundup of positive news from around the globe. Starlink has surged to become Nigeria’s second-largest internet provider, offering much-needed fast and reliable connectivity despite government concerns about foreign control. Japanese scientists have made a breakth…

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View from the classroom: Getting farming into schools is vital to securing future 37:10

26d ago37:10

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The fight to get farming embedded onto the National Curriculum is in full swing, and in this episode online editor Emily Ashworth speaks to Zak Hammersley, an agricultural lecturer about the diverse mix of students coming into the industry, and how despite the current political climate, the future is bright. Olivia Shave, founder of the petition to…

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