Best REAL Short Box Podcasts (2025)

Bryan and Anderson review How to Train Your Dragon, Queer, Bite the Bullet, Sharp Corner and Bookworm (from assigner Tam Smith). Then, in honor of the NBA finals, the boys revisit a topic from 2020: Top 5 Basketball Movies! Loaded for Bear New Promo Video! The Film Vault on Youtube TFV Patreon is Here for Even More Film Vault Anderson’s new doc: Lo…

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What Made this Warrior Vulnerable? 9:11

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Orrin Porter Rockwell, bodyguard to Joseph Smith and feared legend of the American West. He is ‘Mormon’ (LDS) folk hero; is a historical legend, and was said to be invincible—as long as he never cut his hair. But in 1855, he picked up a pair of scissors. Why? This episode reveals a stunning moment of tenderness from a man known more for bullets tha…

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The Boston Cinematic Universe 49:37

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This episode is a first for Decoder Ring: a live show, recorded at the WBUR Festival in Boston, Massachusetts. Given the setting, we decided to take on a Boston-based cultural mystery: namely, the “Boston movie.” Beginning in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Hollywood has churned out a whole cycle of films drenched in Beantown’s particularities, cri…

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S9 Episode 7: TERRY'S MYSTERIOUS MOMENTS with Terry From Texas 27:31

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In this episode: STRANGE TALES OF WW1! SIMPLY AMAZING! Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/terrydtx/ Email: [email protected] Shows on The RPA Podcast/Network: Mondays: Real Paranormal Activity - The Podcast Wednesdays: Terry's Mysterious Moments with Terry from Texas Fridays: Two "Entertaining Short Films" REAL PARANORMAL ACTIV…

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424: ‘Live From WWDC 2025’, With Joanna Stern and Nilay Patel 2:06:04

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Recorded in front of a live audience at The California Theatre in San Jose Tuesday evening, special guests Joanna Stern and Nilay Patel join me to discuss Apple’s announcements at WWDC 2025. Video: This show is available to watch in 4K video on YouTube. 3D video with spatial audio: Exclusively in Sandwich Vision's Theater on Vision Pro, available o…

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(VIDEO) ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS: NYGHIL (COSMIC HORROR) 9:44

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ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS is a new category on the RPA Network, which features indie short films for your enjoyment! We applaud these creators! A faint whisper echoes through the abandoned corridors of a forgotten planet. An effigy of the bygone days of wealth and splendour before decay and failure. Memories of infinite darkness, utterly out of the …

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(VIDEO) ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS: GODH (COSMIC HORROR) 17:04

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ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS is a new category on the RPA Network, which features indie short films for your enjoyment! We applaud these creators! Heresy. Millennia of enlightenment and expansion ended as the leaders of each faction hardened over their ideology of the civilizations. Henceforth, conflict reigned supreme. The two powers succumbed to thei…

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Top 5 Movie Pet Peeves: Ballerina//Predator: Killer of Killers//Mountainhead//Dangerous Animals 2:11:27

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Bryan and Anderson review Ballerina, Predator: Killer of Killers, Mountainhead, and Dangerous Animals. Then the boys are joined Mike Carano to revisit a topic from 2013: Top 5 Movie Pet Peeves! Listener Survey Loaded for Bear New Promo Video! The Film Vault on Youtube TFV Patreon is Here for Even More Film Vault Anderson’s new doc: Loaded for Bear …

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Was She the Unknown Genius behind E=mc2? 9:28

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Was Albert Einstein’s brilliance a solo act… or was someone quietly working beside him—only to be forgotten by history? In this episode of An Ounce, we uncover the story of Mileva Marić: Einstein’s first wife, a brilliant physicist, and possibly the uncredited partner behind one of the greatest scientific breakthroughs of all time. From love letter…

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EPISODE #105: The Hidden Link Between Prenatal Health and Mental Health 16:05

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In this episode of Kitchen Table Conversations, Angela takes a deep and compassionate look at the critical—but often ignored—link between prenatal health and mental health across the lifespan. Drawing on research, clinical experience, and personal stories, she unpacks how even low levels of alcohol or substance exposure during pregnancy can impact …

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Top 5 Out of Place Scenes: Bring Her Back//Pee-Wee as Himself//The Conversation//The Autopsy of Jane Doe 2:15:37

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Bryan and Anderson review Bring Her Back, Pee-Wee as Himself, The Conversation and The Autopsy of Jane Doe. Then the boys pay tribute to sore thumbs with Top 5 Out of Place Scenes! Listener Survey Loaded for Bear New Promo Video! The Film Vault on Youtube TFV Patreon is Here for Even More Film Vault Anderson’s new doc: Loaded for Bear Atty’s Antiqu…

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The Real-Life Spies That Inspired James Bond 9:04

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Was James Bond based on a real person? Meet the spies, heroes, and eccentrics who helped inspire Ian Fleming's iconic 007-then find out why none of them quite fit the tux. ________________________________________ Full Description: What if James Bond wasn't just fiction? In this episode of An Ounce, we dive into the real lives of the men believed to…

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The Laff Box (Encore) 38:17

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Decoder Ring is marking its 100th episode this year. To celebrate, we’re revisiting our very first episode from 2018, which asks: What happened to the laugh track? For nearly five decades, the laugh track was ubiquitous, but beginning in the early 2000s, it fell out of sitcom fashion. What happened? How did we get from The Beverly Hillbillies to 30…

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423: ‘Sewing Machine Repair Shop’, With Patrick McGee 1:32:42

21d ago1:32:42

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Patrick McGee joins the show to discuss his must-read new book, Apple in China -- one of the best books about Apple anyone has ever written. Sponsored by: Factor: Healthy eating, made easy. Get 50% off plus free shipping on your first box. Notion: Your notes, docs, and projects in one space. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a websit…

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288. Why DC Comics Fu@k! 25:39

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Kevin and Donald invite in a Younger Perspective to see why they think DC Fu@ks so hard.By The REAL Short Box!

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(VIDEO) ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS: WE DIE ALONE (HORROR) 23:06

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ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS is a new category on the RPA Network, which features indie short films for your enjoyment! We applaud these creators! A chance encounter dangerously intertwines the lives of three people with differing perspectives on love.

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(VIDEO) ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS: ODD GIRL (HORROR) 12:38

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ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS is a new category on the RPA Network, which features indie short films for your enjoyment! We applaud these creators! Set in a small suburban town, high school student Dylan becomes worried when his popular best friend starts getting followed incessantly by the odd girl out. Her admiration seems harmless and innocent to his…

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EPISODE #104: Boxes of Books 13:20

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In this heartfelt episode of Kitchen Table Conversations, Angela shares the excitement of receiving the updated editions of her two books—A Complicated and Beautiful Brain and Not Your Typical Parenting Guide. She reflects on the inspiration behind the books, shares a moving quote from a teen with FASD, and explores the very real challenges faced b…

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Top 5 Stunts Performed by Actors: Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning//The Rehearsal//The Luckiest Man in America//Big Bucks: The Press Your Luck Scandal 2:23:47

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Bryan and Anderson review Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning, The Rehearsal, The Luckiest Man in America and Big Bucks: The Press Your Luck Scandal. Then, inspired by Tom Cruise, the boys countdown Top 5 Stunts Performed by Actors! Listener Survey Loaded for Bear New Promo Video! The Film Vault on Youtube TFV Patreon is Here for Even More Fi…

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The Tree That Almost Caused a War! 10:11

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Two U.S. officers were brutally murdered with axes in the Korean DMZ. The U.S. response? Not missiles—but chainsaws, commandos, and fighter jets. This is the true story of Operation Paul Bunyan—how the might of the U.S. military was unleashed to cut down a single tree… and avoid World War III. In this episode of An Ounce, we explore how a seemingly…

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422: ‘A Monkey on a Rock’, With Stephen Hackett 2:14:46

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Stephen Hackett, proprietor of 512 Pixels and co-founder of Relay (purveyor of many fine podcasts), joins the show. Topics include: IO (or if you will, io), the new joint venture of OpenAI and Jony Ive’s LoveFrom; the sheer fantasy of “Made in America” iPhones; and Fortnite’s return to the US App Store. Sponsored by: WorkOS: The modern identity pla…

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(VIDEO) ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS: TRESPASSERS (HORROR) 12:25

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ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS is a new category on the RPA Network, which features indie short films for your enjoyment! We applaud these creators! Ben and Lucy are siblings who are travelling interstate to visit their parents. When their car breaks down on a desolate rural road, they are forced to seek help at a nearby farming estate. Cut off from the …

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(VIDEO) ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS: MUGS (HORROR) 7:53

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ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS is a new category on the RPA Network, which features indie short films for your enjoyment! We applaud these creators! Returning home to be with his sick father, a driven entrepreneur uncovers a tragic secret that forces him to confront his own priorities.

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Top 5 Unlikely Heroes: Final Destination: Bloodlines//The Rehearsal//This is the Tom Green Documentary//Borderline 2:28:02

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Bryan and Anderson are joined by Florence Bruemmer to review Final Destination: Bloodlines, The Rehearsal, This is the Tom Green Documentary, and Borderline. Then they don their capes and countdown Top 5 Unlikely Heroes! Listener Survey Loaded for Bear New Promo Video! The Film Vault on Youtube TFV Patreon is Here for Even More Film Vault Anderson’…

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Can We Fix How We Argue Today? 13:48

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Let's stop the cycle of contempt and learn to disagree better! In this video, we discuss how to fix our broken conversations and bridge the divide in our nation. Are we really more divided than ever—or just worse at disagreeing? In this episode of An Ounce, we explore how contempt has crept into every corner of modern life—from relationships and wo…

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The Glaring Problem with Headlights 46:17

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Something seems to have happened to car headlights. In the last few years, many people have become convinced that they are much brighter than they used to be—and it’s driving them to the point of rage. Headlight glare is now Americans’ number one complaint on the road. The story of how and why we got here is illuminating and confounding. It’s what …

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(VIDEO) ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS: CATCH YOUR BREATH (HORROR) 9:05

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ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS is a new category on the RPA Network, which features indie short films for your enjoyment! We applaud these creators! A shy teenager (Andrew) is peer pressured by his older brother (Mike) into playing a game that is said to summon the ghost of the town legend, 'The Lady Beneath'. To disprove his brother and impress a girl a…

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(VIDEO) ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS: COPY (HORROR) 8:37

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ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS is a new category on the RPA Network, which features indie short films for your enjoyment! We applaud these creators! A woman uneasy about her pregnancy learns the copier isn't just for paper.

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Top 5 Movies Our Moms Love: Friendship//Babygirl//Hoard 2:24:13

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Bryan and Anderson review Friendship, Babygirl and Hoard (from assigner Kyle Kaercher). Then the boys pay tribute to the women that brought them into this world with Top 5 Movies Our Moms Loves! Loaded for Bear New Promo Video! The Film Vault on Youtube TFV Patreon is Here for Even More Film Vault Anderson’s new doc: Loaded for Bear Atty’s Antiques…

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What Happens When 1 Teenager STANDS UP to a Gang of Armed Men? 8:31

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Witness the incredible true story of Joseph F. Smith, a Mormon teenager who showed incredible courage when faced with a gang of armed men in the Wild West. This story of bravery and calm in the face of death will inspire you. Joseph F. Smith, LDS history, and teenage bravery come together in this true story of quiet courage. At 19, while crossing S…

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(VIDEO) ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS: STALLED 19:56

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ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS is a new category on the RPA Network, which features indie short films for your enjoyment! We applaud these creators! A man is trapped in a time paradox.

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(VIDEO) ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS: THE BARBERSHOP 5:11

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ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS is a new category on the RPA Network, which features indie short films for your enjoyment! We applaud these creators! An introvert goes on a psychological journey while getting a haircut.

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Just a quick farewell video for PrepperGuy.com. 15:19

1M ago15:19

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After nearly ten years of blogging, podcasting, and creating videos for Prepper Guy, I’m stepping away from this chapter of my journey. I started this platform inspired to share my prepping experiences, lessons learned from preparing for life’s uncertainties. What began as a spark grew into a vibrant community, and I’m deeply grateful for every com…

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Top 5 Movie Monkeys: Thunderbolts//Rust//Pulling John 2:23:32

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Bryan and Anderson review Thunderbolts, Rust, and Pulling John (from assigner Jonathan Mooser). Then, at long last, the boys celebrate monkey season with Top 5 Movie Monkeys! Loaded for Bear New Promo Video! The Film Vault on Youtube TFV Patreon is Here for Even More Film Vault Anderson’s new doc: Loaded for Bear Atty’s Antiques Baldywood Newslette…

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Stop Letting Fear Control Your Life: Lessons from Sheep 8:30

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Learn how to stop letting fear control your life with lessons from sheep. Discover how courage and character can lead to personal growth and transformation. This true story will inspire you to face your fears and create positive change in your life. What can a 7-year-old chasing sheep teach us about managing fear? A humorous childhood memory opens …

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Off-the-Wall Stories of Off-Label Use 54:01

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Products often tell you exactly how they’re intended to be used. But why leave it at that? As a culture, we have long had a knack for finding ingenious, off-label uses for things. In this episode, we take a close look at a few examples of products that are ostensibly meant for one thing, but are better known for something else entirely. We explore …

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(VIDEO) ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS: PORTRAIT OF FEAR 8:48

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ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS is a new category on the RPA Network, which features indie short films for your enjoyment! We applaud these creators! A young woman attempts to communicate with her dead sister.

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(VIDEO) ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS: THE KNOWING 16:41

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ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS is a new category on the RPA Network, which features indie short films for your enjoyment! We applaud these creators! An artist struggling with infertility retreats to her remote cabin to focus on work only to be met by a dark presence that forces both a confrontation and a choice.…

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Summer Preview 2025: Daddio//Cisco Pike//Real Genius//Big Time Adolescence 2:02:53

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Bryan and Anderson review Daddio, Cisco Pike, Real Genius, and Big Time Adolescence (from assigner Dani Leffler). Then the boys set their sights on Bryan’s favorite time of the year with the Summer Preview 2025! Loaded for Bear New Promo Video! The Film Vault on Youtube TFV Patreon is Here for Even More Film Vault Anderson’s new doc: Loaded for Bea…

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Did Child Pharaoh Pepi Cause Ancient Egypt's Collapse? 6:52

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**Ancient Egypt, Pepi II, longest reigning pharaoh, weird history, crumbling pyramids** This is the story of the 6-year-old king who ruled for 94 years… and maybe forgot to do anything. Sticky servants? Check. Bizarre letters? Absolutely. Pepi II’s absurdly long reign might’ve helped bring down the Old Kingdom—one slow, sandy crumble at a time. Hit…

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421: ‘The Ratchet of Flippancy’, With Craig Mod 1:53:11

2M ago1:53:11

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Craig Mod returns to the show to discuss his splendid new book, Things Become Other Things. Other topics include creating with AI tools (including programming), social media permanence vs. ephemerality, and more. Sponsored by: Dekáf Coffee Roasters: You won’t believe it’s decaf. That’s the point. 30% off with code: DF. Squarespace: Make your next m…

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EPISODE #103: Election Emotions & Cognitive Distortions 11:18

2M ago11:18

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In this episode of Kitchen Table Conversations, Angela reflects on the emotional fallout of Canada’s recent federal election—and the importance of healthy dialogue. Drawing from her mental health background, she unpacks 10 common cognitive distortions (like all-or-nothing thinking and emotional reasoning) and encourages listeners to return to the t…

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Just a short Economics Rant. 25:58

2M ago25:58

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Tune into "Just a Short Economics Rant", where we unpack the big economic issues shaping our world with sharp insights and no fluff. In this episode, we dive into the decades-long U.S. narrative of China as a threat—economic, military, and ideological. Is China really an "existential" danger to America, and what about Russia?We tell Russia and Chin…

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(VIDEO) ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS: OUIJA 3 5:28

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ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS is a new category on the RPA Network, which features indie short films for your enjoyment! We applaud these creators! While playing with a Ouija board a woman discovers she's not alone...

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(VIDEO) ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS: WARNINGS 19:24

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ENTERTAINING SHORT FILMS is a new category on the RPA Network, which features indie short films for your enjoyment! We applaud these creators! When Sean finds a mysterious note on his car, he questions where it came from, and why strange things are beginning to happen.

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Why Being Ready Matters More Than Ever in 2025! 29:07

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In 2025, being prepared is crucial. Watch this video to learn why prepping again is important for individuals not considered in the equation for big business. Learn why prepping is crucial now, as we face uncertain times and big business takes over. The CEOs of Walmart, Target, Home Depot Warn That Store Shelves All Over America Could Soon Be Empty…