Best Polymath Media Podcasts (2025)

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The Republic of Ghana 16:44

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Located in the heart of West Africa is the nation of Ghana. Ghana is a medium-sized country in terms of both population and area, but for West Africa, it has multiple distinctions and firsts which set it apart from the rest of the region. Its course since independence has taken it down a path that in some ways has been very similar to other African…

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Napoleon's Invasion of Russia 15:48

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There are many lessons we are supposed to know in life: pick up after yourself, never bet against a Sicilian when death is on the line, and most importantly, don’t invade Russia in the winter. Known as one of the greatest military disasters in history, Napoleon’s invasion of Russia is often cited as a key factor in the emperor's eventual defeat. Al…

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Innovative Sports Strategies 15:24

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All sports are governed by a body of rules. Within those rules, there is usually a set of norms for how the game should be played. Most coaches will instruct their players to use similar techniques. However, every so often, someone comes along who totally rethinks how a game can be played. Using the same set of rules, they come up with a totally di…

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The French Army Mutinies of 1917 14:13

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In late May and early June of 1917, the French Army faced what could have been an extensive crisis. After three years of some of the most brutal conflict that the world had ever seen, many soldiers had had enough. Thousands of troops refused to obey orders and refused to go along with the suicidal attacks that were the hallmark of trench warfare. I…

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Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto (Encore) 15:22

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In the Pacific Theater in World War II, the leader of the combined Japanese fleet was Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto. Yamamoto was villanized as the arch-enemy of the American forces in the Pacific, and to be fair, he was their enemy. But there is actually much more to the story. Yamamoto was the loudest voice against going to war with the United States …

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The Great Locomotive Chase 15:44

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On April 12, 1862, one of the most daring and audacious events of the American Civil War took place. It wasn’t a major battle. It didn’t involve armies meeting each other on the field of battle. Instead, it was one of the first examples in military history of a raid designed to deny the enemy access to the most vital 19th-century technology: the ra…

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The Gifted Seers and Radical Joy: Deep Wellness & spiritual visions w/ Tabitha Brown 1:40:20

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Visit 19Keys.com/tour to get your tickets for the save yourself tour. In this soul-stirring episode of High Level Conversations, 19Keys sits down with cultural lightbearer and beloved storyteller Tabitha Brown for a powerful dialogue on faith, intuition, ancestral gifts, and the sacred responsibility of joy. Together, they explore what it means to …

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Grass and Lawns 15:33

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One of the most common types of plants in the world is grass. Grass is almost everywhere. An enormous part of the landmass on Earth is covered with grass. Grass isn’t just stuff in a field that cows eat, although that is part of it. Grasses also include some of the most economically important plants in the world. On many different levels, our civil…

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The Russian Revolution 15:59

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One of the most transformative events of the 20th century was the Russian Revolution. The Revolution was responsible for the downfall of the Russian monarchy and the rise of the Soviet Union. It also had reverberations that were felt all over the world by other revolutions that were inspired by the Russian Revolution. Learn about the Russian Revolu…

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The History of Apples (Encore) 15:00

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One of the most popular fruits in the world are apples. Apples are associated with the Garden of Eden, pleasing your teacher, and the story of Snow White. They play a role in Greek and Norse mythology, and they have lent their name to famous record and computer companies. However, apples are unlike almost every other fruit in that there are thousan…

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Desalination 15:04

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Seventy percent of the Earth’s surface is covered with water… and the vast majority of it is useless for consumption or agriculture. This problem has been known for thousands of years, and for thousands of years, humans have recognized that it is possible to turn seawater into drinking water; it was just difficult to do so. In the last few decades,…

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Ep. 113 | A Thousand Songs on One Soap Bar 1:06:17

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This episode kicks off with a take on marketing — not as a weakness, but as something Tim believes he could excel at, if only he had a product worth pushing. That launches a long-form, semi-improvised dive into the mind of Steve Jobs: not just the public myth, but the obsessive, detail-driven version that cared as much about keynotes as he did abou…

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Autogyros 15:31

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We are all familiar with things that fly in the air. Hot air balloons, dirigibles, blimps, airplanes, and helicopters. However, there is another category of flying craft that most people aren’t familiar with. It isn’t an airplane, and it isn’t a helicopter. It actually lies somewhere in between. By combining parts of both, it has some amazing prope…

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Transuranium Elements (Encore) 16:11

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If you take a look at the periodic table of elements, you will notice something interesting. Go to the bottom and take a look at any element over, say, number 94. You will find a bunch of elements you have probably never heard of. Don’t worry because most chemists probably aren’t familiar with them, either. They are not part of any chemical compoun…

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Frederick Douglass 15:40

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In 1818, the man who would go on to become one of the greatest leaders in the cause against American slavery was himself born into slavery. At the age of 20, he escaped bondage and went on to lead one of the most remarkable careers of the 19th century. He led a multifaceted life, including becoming one of the era’s most notable orators, a newspaper…

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Drugs, Power & Narrative Warfare in America HLC Ft Dr Carl Hart 58:05

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Explore the intersection of drugs, power, and narrative warfare in America in this must-watch episode of High Level Conversations! 🧠✨ Join us as we dive deep into the history of drug policies, the societal impacts of narrative manipulation, and the future prospects of cognitive security. How have systematic racism, misinformation, and propaganda sh…

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Blue 15:09

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Colors are something that we are all familiar with. The colors are among the first things we teach children. What if I were to tell you not every culture has the same colors? By that, I don’t mean they have different words for colors, but some very basic colors have no words at all. For some reason, blue is the color that divides many cultures. ….A…

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Operation Dragoon 15:44

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In the summer of 1944, the Allied forces planned an audacious amphibious landing on the beaches of France. It involved hundreds of ships, over a hundred thousand men, and meticulous planning. Those who landed would face fierce resistance from entrenched German forces. …and I am not talking about D-Day and the invasion of Normandy. Learn about Opera…

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All About Hair 15:55

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If you are listening to me speak these words and can understand what I’m saying, then you are a human being. If you are a human being, you are also a mammal, and if you are a mammal, you have hair….or at least the biological capability to produce hair. But why exactly do we have hair? What function does it serve? Why do we have less than other anim…

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The Year 1800 15:43

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In the year 1800, the last year of the 18th century, the world was on the precipice of radical change. The scientific revolution, the agricultural revolution, and the industrial revolution had all begun, but were yet to hit full swing. There were also literal revolutions afoot. Countries began overthrowing their leaders or colonial masters, a trend…

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How the Ancients Made Fire 15:07

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One of the most critical developments in the course of human history was the control of fire. Without fire, we probably wouldn’t have even reached the Stone Age, let alone the Industrial Age. But how exactly did ancient people make fire? To make fire out of nothing is no easy feat, and it was a skill that had to be mastered for survival. Learn more…

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The History of Ice Hockey 15:18

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One of the most popular sports in North America and Northern Europe is ice hockey. Ice hockey, like all popular sports, has undergone considerable changes since its inception. In fact, hockey has a rather surprising origin and a relationship to other sports that many people are unaware of. Today, professional hockey is a multibillion-dollar busines…

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The History of Surgery 16:51

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Over the years, human life expectancy has increased dramatically. While there have been many developments that have led to longer human lifespans, most of that has come from just a few major advancements. One of the biggest of which has been the development of surgery. The types of surgical procedures that exist today are just the latest in a long …

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The true effects of the Trump vs Donald War 51:12

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the Richest vs the Most Powerful American Are you ready to reclaim your power and navigate through the chaos of today's world with clarity and purpose? Tap in with your highest level as 19 Keys takes you on a high-intensity journey of empowerment and change. In this transformative episode, he unpacks the societal and cosmic forces shaping our lives…

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The Eruption of Krakatoa (Encore) 15:06

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On the morning of August 27, 1883, one of the most destructive natural disasters of the 19th century occurred between the islands of Java and Sumatra, in what is today the nation of Indonesia. After weeks of low-level rumblings, a volcanic eruption totally obliterated the mountain that it had formed. The devastation wasn’t limited to the immediate …

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Macau 16:42

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Located in the Pearl River Delta, off the coast of the mainland of the People’s Republic of China, is Macau. Macau is often overlooked due to its larger neighbor, Hong Kong, but Macau, despite being similar, has had its own unique history. What began as a fishing village evolved into a major trading port, and in the 21st century, it has become one …

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Catherine the Great 17:32

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Catherine the Great was one of the most influential rulers in Russian history, transforming the Russian Empire into a major European power through territorial expansion, internal reforms, and cultural patronage. Her reign marked the pinnacle of Enlightened Absolutism in Russia, as she embraced Western philosophical ideals while consolidating autocr…

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SONAR 16:23

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One of the most significant developments in the history of naval warfare was the submarine. The submarine offered a means of stealth and surprise that surface ships couldn’t compete with. At first, navigating submarines was relatively simple, as they traveled just below the surface and used a snorkel and a periscope. However, as submarines improved…

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Alternate Forms of Space Travel (Encore) 14:18

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Every single rocket that has ever been launched into space has been a rocket that burned some sort of fuel. These chemical fuel rockets have worked well for making the short trip to orbit. Beyond that point, however, they are not necessarily the best option for space travel. There are a host of proposed methods for space travel that don’t involve r…

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Ep. 112 - Solving the Binding Problem 58:42

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In episode 112 of The Tim Weichselbaum Show, Tim dives deep into a complex neuroscience project he's spearheading. The project aims to experimentally test a hypothesis about how the brain unifies sensory information from different modalities, like vision and language, into a cohesive understanding. Tim explains that this in silico experiment utiliz…

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Questions and Answers: Volume 31 17:33

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The History of the Hamburger 15:54

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One of the most popular foods around the world is the hamburger. If most people think of American foods, it is probably the first thing that they might think of. Hamburgers are pretty simple in terms of what they are composed of and how they are prepared, but they have developed an enormous amount of diversity. But where did this popular food origi…

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The Last Days and Death of Adolf Hitler 17:10

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In April 1945, in the last days of the war in Europe, everything was falling apart for the Third Reich. Adolf Hitler and his closest advisors holed up in a bunker in Berlin and issued delusional orders until the Russians arrived. Hitler, his wife, and other high ranking Nazi officials took their own lives rather than be captured. However, what happ…

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Marco Polo 15:47

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In the 13th century, the Republic of Venice was one of the leading merchant empires in Europe. The merchants from Venice traveled far and wide in pursuit of profit. A few of them, however, traveled very far. A small group of men from the same family made the extremely long and dangerous voyage to China during the reign of the Mongol Empire. The res…

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The Bataan Death March 15:59

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On December 8, 1941, as the Japanese were bombing Pearl Harbor, they were simultaneously attacking other Allied positions around Asia. One of the biggest attacks was on Manila and the Philippines and the Filipino and American forces on the island of Luzon. Filipino and American forces ended up surrendering, which began one of the most brutal and ho…

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Rituals, Legacy & Cognitive Warfare – SuperMind Coffee Club Oakland Full Experience 2:48:57

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www.asupermind.com SuperMind Coffee Club – Oakland, CA | The Second Official Experience Following a powerful launch in Boston, the SuperMind Coffee Club touched down in Oakland for its second-ever community activation—bringing even more energy, insight, and intention to the culture. Hosted by 19Keys, this gathering brought together thought leaders,…

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Bonds and the Bond Market 17:02

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One of the most important markets in the global economy is the bond market. The bond market doesn’t get as much attention as the market for stocks. Yet, the global market for bonds is actually larger than the total value of all publicly traded stocks. Moreover, bond markets have the power to influence policy and possibly even topple governments. Le…

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The Start of a New Ritual: First Ever Coffee Club Experience- Boston (Full Video) 57:51

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www.asupermind.com The First-Ever SuperMind Coffee Club Experience – Boston, MA This wasn’t just a meetup—it was the launch of something legendary. SuperMind Coffee Club made its official debut in Boston, bringing together community, conversation, and clarity in one powerful experience. This was the first time 19Keys opened up space like this—intim…

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A History of Memorial Day (Redux) 15:15

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Every year, on the last Monday in May, the United States honors its war dead. It is often celebrated with parades, cookouts, and ceremonies at military cemeteries. While many people just think of it as a three-day weekend and the beginning of summer, it is a tradition that extends back over 160 years. From its 19th-century origins, its path to beco…

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You Might Enjoy: The Best Idea Yet 9:23

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Ever wondered how Birkenstocks went from a German cobbler’s passion project 250 years ago to a starring role in the Barbie movie? Or who created that bottle of Sriracha that is permanently living in your fridge? Did you know that Air Jordans were initially banned by the NBA, or that Super Mario became the best-selling video game character ever than…