Best UnBiased Digital Podcasts (2025)

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Gen Z vs. The Old Money Rules w/ Lillian Zhang #1070 53:49

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Let’s talk about money and “the youths” today! While a lot of personal finance advice is evergreen and helpful to folks of all ages, it’s also important to reach people where they are and in the way they like to consume information. As middle-aged dads, we hope to stay relevant, but we don’t have the same street cred as our guest today. We’re joine…

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Deep Dive: Small Acts, Big Ripples: The Midwife Who Saved Washington, Seurat’s Dots, and Emergency Numbers - December 2, 2025 8:23

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In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts discuss a trio of human-scale moments that reveal how small details shape larger systems. 📜 On this day in 1777, a midwife stepped in and directly preserved George Washington’s life during a crucial Revolutionary War moment — a reminder that single caregiving acts can pivot the course of history and reframes how…

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Global Headlines and Breaking Stories - December 2, 2025 8:30

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Welcome to NNC Daily News. • AP reports Hong Kong orders an investigation after a deadly high‑rise fire. • Reuters says Hamas will hand over the remains of a hostage in Gaza. • The Philippines expands a flood‑control graft probe, according to the Commission on Audit. • Reuters reports the Kremlin says President Vladimir Putin will visit India for t…

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Deep Dive: Agon, Wax Figures, and the Lone Star Flag: A Deep Dive into Cultural Signals - December 1, 2025 7:23

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In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts discuss the intersection of art, memory, and civic symbolism through three focused segments. 📜 On this day in 1957: Benjamin and Matthew discuss the New York City Ballet premiere of Agon — the landmark collaboration between Igor Stravinsky and George Balanchine, how their trust and melding of modernist score and…

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Global Headlines and Breaking Stories - December 1, 2025 4:15

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Welcome to NNC Daily News for December 1, 2025. • Politics: AP reports Congress is racing a year-end deadline to extend enhanced Affordable Care Act premium subsidies for millions of enrollees. • World: Reuters says new Russian strikes in Ukraine kill civilians as contacts continue; AP reports floods across South and Southeast Asia have killed more…

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Ask HTM – Mortgage Payoff Loophole, DAFs to Maximize Tax Deductions, and Legally Evading a Medical Bill #1069 51:56

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Let’s kick off the week with some fresh listener questions we have lined up for you! And don't just stand on the sidelines- if you have a question you’d like us to answer, toss your voice memo our way. It only takes about 90 seconds to record and you can find a step by step guide over at HowToMoney.com/ask . Regardless of how random or bizarre you …

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Deep Dive: Winter War Resilience, Mark Twain’s Bite, and Why Half of Americans Stay Close to Home - November 30, 2025 7:24

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In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts discuss the Soviet invasion of Finland in 1939, Mark Twain's literary impact, and a surprising demographic fact about American mobility. 📜 On this day in 1939 the Soviet Union invaded Finland, launching the brutal Winter War — a winter of intense struggle that showcased Finnish resilience, tested tactics and end…

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Global Headlines and Breaking Stories - November 30, 2025 5:45

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Welcome to this episode of NNC Daily News! Today, we're bringing you key developments from around the world. ⚖️ Israeli media report Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking a presidential pardon while on trial, igniting debate over rule of law. 🕊️ Ukraine pursues renewed talks after a leadership shakeup as Russian strikes hit energy infrastruc…

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Ep 39: The Harsh Truth About Digital Access: Why Thousands of Students Are Locked Out of the AI Era 42:09

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Australia is racing ahead with AI, but not everyone is getting a fair start. In this episode of The AI Grapple Podcast, Kate vanderVoort sits down with Doug Taylor to unpack the reality facing young people who are being pushed further to the edges of opportunity because they can’t get online. Doug leads The Smith Family, one of Australia’s most tru…

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Deep Dive: From Amos Bronson Alcott to Donizetti and Arizona’s Camel Law - November 29, 2025 8:26

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In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts discuss the cultural and historical connections between early American intellectual life, operatic influence, and quirky legal oddities. 📜 Amos Bronson Alcott — born in Wolcott, Connecticut in 1799 — his role as an educator and Transcendentalist and how that birth anchors a creative family legacy and New England…

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Global Headlines and Breaking Stories - November 29, 2025 7:01

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Welcome to this episode of NNC Daily News! Today, we're bringing you rigorously sourced stories from around the globe. ⚖️ The White House says President Donald Trump intends to grant clemency to former Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernández, who was convicted in a U.S. drug case (AP/Reuters). 🏛️ Ukraine’s grid operator reports more than 600,000 …

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Deep Dive: November Origins, William Blake, and Napoleon’s Curious Relic - November 28, 2025 7:50

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In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts discuss how a national institution born on November 28, 1925 shaped culture and legacy. • 📜 The hosts trace the mythic language and cultural resonance of an institution founded November 28, 1925 — how founding moments, manifestos, and early leaders set values that echo through arts, education, public ceremonies,…

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Global Headlines and Breaking Stories - November 28, 2025 7:53

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Welcome to this episode of NNC Daily News! Today, we're covering major developments across politics, world events, and the economy. ⚖️ The White House announces a pause on immigration from select countries and why officials say it matters for security and jobs. ⚖️ Texas Republicans advance a redistricting map as analysts caution Latino support may …

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EP 6 – AI Revolution: Trust, Infrastructure & Strategy 12:30

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AI’s success isn’t about who builds the smartest algorithm it’s about who builds the most trusted ecosystem. Without governance, transparency, and ethical frameworks, innovation collapses under its own speed. We explore why infrastructure and strategy matter as much as technology itself. From national AI policies to private sector leadership, this …

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Friday Flight: Leftover Turkey Edition! #1068 50:33

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We’re taking a moment to slow down and reflect on what HTM listeners are truly grateful for during this busy holiday season. And yes… doing this on Black Friday is intentional. Instead of swapping stories about the hottest deals, we’re choosing to hit pause on consumption and appreciate what we already have. We also want to connect the dots between…

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Deep Dive: From a Single Birth Note to Celsius and the Comfort of Banana: Archives, Measurement, and Scent - November 27, 2025 6:57

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In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts discuss how small archival entries and simple facts can reveal big stories about people, measurement, and culture. • 📜 We examine a terse Library of Congress note — "On this day in 1746, Robert R. was born" — and explore how such brief birth records inform historical research, public health context, demographic …

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Global Headlines and Breaking Stories - November 27, 2025 7:09

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Welcome to this episode of NNC Daily News! Today, we're covering major developments across politics, world events, and public health. ⚖️ AP reports a Georgia judge dismisses the state election‑interference case against former President Donald Trump. ⚖️ The Denver Post reports a Colorado court bars warrantless courthouse arrests by federal immigrati…

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Deep Dive: From a Gifted Manuscript to Peanuts: Stories of Quiet Origins, Birthdays, and Rainbows - November 26, 2025 7:09

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In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts discuss the surprising power of small beginnings and simple rules in culture and nature. - 📜 We unpack an 1864 moment when the first manuscript of a beloved children’s book was gifted, and how that intimate act can seed cultural legacies, nurture childhood rituals, and shape publishing origin myths. - 🎂 We celeb…

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Global Headlines and Breaking Stories - November 26, 2025 8:34

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Welcome to this episode of NNC Daily News! Today, we're diving into a variety of developing stories from around the globe. ⚖️ Brazil’s Supreme Court issues an order in former President Jair Bolsonaro’s coup‑plot case, according to international outlets. 🌧️ Severe floods inundate parts of Southeast Asia after record rain in southern Thailand, offici…

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EP317: Unlocking Profit - The ROI of Building Accessible Websites, With Industry Expert Bet Hannon 49:55

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Here's why you should listen to this podcast... 25% of adults worldwide are affected by disability, whether temporary or ongoing, and they control around $8 trillion in disposable income. When you're not focusing on accessibility, you're leaving money on the table as an ecommerce brand. Chapters: [00:30] Introduction to Web Accessibility [06:00] Un…

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The World Is Getting Better w/ Marian Tupy #1067 53:24

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Though it seems like the world is in shambles, humanity has progressed quite impressively when you look at virtually any length of history. Our modern society has produced a slew of nice things that would have been hard to fathom 50 years ago, much less 250 years ago- smartphones, duct tape, GPS. They’ve all, to greater or lesser degrees, made our …

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Deep Dive: Stay Put, Steel, and a 101-Year-Old Sprinter: Commitment, Carnegie, and Longevity - November 25, 2025 8:26

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In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts discuss the meaning and implications of a candid 1849 admonition about staying put, Andrew Carnegie’s life and philanthropic legacy, and a remarkable athletic record by a centenarian. 📜 A 1849 warning to new arrivals — we analyze the line "don't turn around and go right back again" as advice about commitment, su…

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Global Headlines and Breaking Stories - November 25, 2025 7:59

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Welcome to this episode of NNC Daily News! Today, we're diving into key developments around the globe. 🚨 Reuters reports President Donald Trump orders a review of refugees admitted under President Biden and pauses related green card processing. 🌍 Reuters and Ukrainian officials say Russia launches strikes on Kyiv as mediators circulate a new peace …

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Ep 38: Can We Trust AI? How We Shape Technology Before It Shapes Us with Darren Menachemson 57:40

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Artificial intelligence is advancing faster than our ability to regulate it, understand it, or even decide how much we trust it. In this deeply insightful episode of The AI Grapple, host Kate vanderVoort sits down with Darren Menachemson, Chief Ethicist and Head of AI and Digital Societies at ThinkPlace, and Chair of the Education Futures Foundatio…

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Deep Dive: Oswald in Custody, Spinoza’s Reason, and the Lion’s Mating Marathon - November 24, 2025 8:56

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In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts discuss the sudden killing of Lee Harvey Oswald in police custody and how that moment reshaped public trust and media coverage; the birthday of philosopher Baruch Spinoza and his modern resonance for reason, ethics, and systems thinking; and a startling biological fact about lion mating behavior. • 📜 The hosts r…

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Global Headlines and Breaking Stories - November 24, 2025 10:35

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Welcome to this episode of NNC Daily News! Today, we’re covering urgent developments around the globe. 🚨 AP reports more than 250 children are missing after an attack on a Catholic boarding school in central Nigeria. ⚖️ Reuters reports the U.S. is moving to label Venezuela’s Cartel de los Soles a foreign terrorist organization, tightening pressure …

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Ask HTM - Filing a Claim for a New Roof, Rebalancing Away from Tech/AI, & Taking Advantage of a Health Reimbursement Arrangement #1066 52:42

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Let’s kick off the week with some fresh listener questions we have lined up for you! And don't just stand on the sidelines- if you have a question you’d like us to answer, toss your voice memo our way. It only takes about 90 seconds to record and you can find a step by step guide over at HowToMoney.com/ask . Regardless of how random or bizarre you …

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Deep Dive: From Doctor Who’s 1963 Premiere to Franklin Pierce and a 65-ft Seed Spit: Cultural Roots, Politics, and Quirky Records - November 23, 2025 9:58

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In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts discuss how a single broadcast can seed cultural identity, the political and economic consequences of 19th-century leadership, and a bizarrely precise human achievement. • 📜 On this day in 1963 we explore the premiere of Doctor Who — how that first broadcast created a shared narrative framework, launched long-te…

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Global Headlines and Breaking Stories - November 23, 2025 5:42

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Welcome to this episode of NNC Daily News! Today, we're diving into a variety of compelling stories from around the globe. ⚖️ AP reports FBI letters and an indictment ripple through California politics, raising questions about oversight and state contracting. 🚔 Reuters says dozens of abducted Nigerian students have escaped while many remain missing…

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Global Headlines and Breaking Stories - November 23, 2025 9:08

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Welcome to this episode of NNC Daily News! Today, we're diving into a variety of compelling stories from around the globe. 🚔 Israeli airstrikes across Gaza kill at least 22 Palestinians and rescue teams search rubble. 🚔 Mass school kidnappings in Nigeria see more than 300 children abducted in separate attacks. ⚖️ Former Brazilian President Jair Bol…

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Deep Dive: Twelfth State, Timeless Wit, and a Surprising Alka‑Seltzer Demographic - November 21, 2025 6:49

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In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts discuss the day's historical milestone, notable birthdays, and a curious audience statistic. • 📜 North Carolina ratified the U.S. Constitution in 1789 and became the twelfth state — a concise reflection on belonging, legal alignment with the federal framework, and the stability that ratification signified in the…

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Global Headlines and Breaking Stories - November 21, 2025 10:50

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Welcome to this episode of NNC Daily News! Today, we're diving into key stories from around the globe. ⚖️ Michael Gove apologises amid the U.K. Covid-19 Inquiry’s scrutiny of pandemic culture, BBC and AP report. ⚖️ A federal judge pauses a White House move to deploy more than 2,000 National Guard troops in Washington, D.C., Reuters reports. 🕊️ A le…

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Global Headlines and Breaking Stories - November 20, 2025 11:21

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Welcome to this episode of NNC Daily News! Today, we're diving into a variety of compelling stories from around the globe. 🚨 Reuters reports President Donald Trump signs an order directing the Justice Department to release Jeffrey Epstein-related records within 30 days. ⚖️ Federal prosecutors indict U.S. Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick in…

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EP 5 – Restructuring the AI Freelance Economy 8:26

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Freelancers are the architects of the modern digital workforce and AI is transforming their toolkit. But with growth comes confusion: too many online “AI courses” promise results without real-world value. We outline three proven ways to build transparent AI course structures, focusing on tiered learning, tangible outcomes, and trust-based certifica…

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Friday Flight - Soft Switching, Tariff Turnaround, & Ozempic Face #1065 39:51

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Time for a Friday Flight- our little sampling of the week’s financial news and what it means for your personal finances. There are a lot of headlines out there, but we boil them down to specific takeaways that will allow you to kick off the weekend informed and help you to get ahead with your money. In this episode we explain some relevant and help…

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Deep Dive: From Nuremberg to Nobel: Trials, Selma Lagerlöf, and the 400‑Burger Fact - November 20, 2025 7:23

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In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts discuss the legal, cultural, and surprising everyday connections between a landmark war-crimes trial, a Nobel-winning author, and a startling food fact. 📜 The Nuremberg Trials — how the 1945 prosecutions of top Nazi officials established international accountability, created a legal record that shaped historical…

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Global Headlines and Breaking Stories - November 19, 2025 6:43

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Welcome to this episode of NNC Daily News! Today, we're diving into a variety of compelling stories from around the globe. 🚨 Congress sends a bipartisan bill ordering the Justice Department to release Jeffrey Epstein files to the president, raising transparency and privacy debates. 💥 At least 25 people, including children, are killed in a major Rus…

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EP316: Decoding Shopify's Strategy - What Shopify's Product Direction Means for Your Ecommerce Business 39:13

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Decoding Shopify's Strategic Shift: What It Means for Merchants In Gartner's recent Magic Quadrant, Shopify has gained significantly in Execution and Vision. Whilst analyst reports shouldn't be seen as definitive, what's interesting is charting Shopify's fast ascent from challenger to leader. In this podcast, James & Paul look at the key strategic …

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Don’t Let Taxes Terrify You w/ Hannah Cole #1064 56:49

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“Taxes for creatives” could have also been the title of this episode, giving the more entrepreneurially minded the boost they need to officially launch a little business they’ve been considering. But for most folks the topic of taxes isn’t comforting, it’s straight up terrifying… even though it shouldn’t be. Today’s guest, Hannah Cole, is on a miss…

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Deep Dive: Jonestown's Legacy, Johnny Mercer’s Craft, and a Typing Trivia Twist - November 18, 2025 8:17

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In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts discuss the aftermath and cultural reverberations of the Jonestown tragedy, linger on songwriter Johnny Mercer’s artistry, and share a quirky keyboard fact. - 📜 On this day in 1978, over 900 members of the Peoples Temple died in Jonestown, Guyana under Jim Jones; we explore how that mass murder-suicide reframed …

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Global Headlines and Breaking Stories - November 18, 2025 7:32

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Welcome to this episode of NNC Daily News! Today, we're diving into a variety of significant stories from around the globe. 🚩 Reuters reports Ecuadorian voters reject security and constitutional measures backed by President Daniel Noboa. ✈️ Reuters says France is in talks to help Ukraine acquire Rafale fighter jets; numbers and timelines aren’t fin…

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Global Headlines and Breaking Stories - November 16, 2025 7:19

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Welcome to this episode of NNC Daily News! Today, we're diving into a variety of compelling stories from around the globe. 🚔 Manila sees large anti-corruption rallies over alleged flood-control graft, local media and Reuters report. ⚖️ The White House announces pardons tied to Jan. 6 cases, AP and Reuters report. ✈️ Reuters reports a U.S. carrier s…

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Ask HTM - Vital Home Reno or Moving Factors, Dropping Credit Without Dinging Your Score, & Student Loan Forgiveness or Payoff #1063 48:40

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Let’s kick off the week with some fresh listener questions we have lined up for you! And don't just stand on the sidelines- if you have a question you’d like us to answer, toss your voice memo our way. It only takes about 90 seconds to record and you can find a step by step guide over at HowToMoney.com/ask . Regardless of how random or bizarre you …

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Deep Dive: Articles of Confederation, Georgia O'Keeffe, and the Aerobics Hamstring Fact - November 15, 2025 8:23

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In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts discuss the adoption of the Articles of Confederation in 1777, the birthdays of Georgia O'Keeffe, Ed Asner, and Erwin Rommel, and a surprising injury statistic about aerobics classes. • 📜 On this day in 1777 the Second Continental Congress adopted the Articles of Confederation — Ethan and Amelia examine how that…

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Global Headlines and Breaking Stories - November 15, 2025 5:54

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Welcome to this episode of NNC Daily News! Today, we're covering key developments across politics, world affairs, science, tech, and culture. 🏛️ A prolonged U.S. government shutdown ends and back pay is restored, according to AP and federal officials. ⛴️ Reuters reports Iran’s state media says forces seized an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. 💰 …

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Friday Flight - Forever Mortgages, Ruining Reward Cards & Free Tax Filing Fail #1062 36:10

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Time for a Friday Flight- our little sampling of the week’s financial news and what it means for your personal finances. There are a lot of headlines out there, but we boil them down to specific takeaways that will allow you to kick off the weekend informed and help you to get ahead with your money. In this episode we explain some relevant and help…

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EP 4 – AI and the Transformation of Human Ties 9:31

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As machines grow more intelligent, they’re also becoming more social responding, adapting, and even empathizing. But what happens when algorithms start replacing human interaction in relationships, friendships, and work dynamics? In this episode, we explore the emotional consequences of living with digital companions and algorithmic intimacy. Are w…

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Deep Dive: Apollo 12, Nehru’s Vision, and the KGB’s Address — A Deep Dive - November 14, 2025 8:43

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In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts discuss... 📜 On this day in 1969 we revisit NASA's Apollo 12 launch from Kennedy Space Center — the second successful human Moon landing mission carrying Charles Conrad, Richard Gordon, and Alan Bean — and reflect on how that achievement sustained momentum after Apollo 11, influenced public morale during the Col…

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Global Headlines and Breaking Stories - November 13, 2025 5:53

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Welcome to this episode of NNC Daily News! We’re bringing you the latest, with clear attribution and why it matters. • AP reports a stopgap bill funds the U.S. government through January 31, ending a shutdown and restoring pay for federal workers. • Reuters says Russia escalates strikes on Ukraine’s energy grid as winter nears, prompting rationing …

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Deep Dive: When Ellis Island Closed, Grace Kelly’s Reinvention & the Town Called Dildo - November 12, 2025 7:44

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In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts discuss the historical closure of Ellis Island, Grace Kelly’s transformation from Hollywood star to princess, and an attention-grabbing place name in Newfoundland. • 📜 On this day in 1954, Ellis Island closed its doors — we examine how ending a central immigration processing hub reshaped migration management, pu…