Best Urban Survival Guide Podcasts (2025)

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MAGA's War Over the War with Iran (w/ Curt Mills) [Teaser] 3:30

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22h ago3:30

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy. Donald Trump's rise in U.S. politics over the past decade has been inextricable from his "America First" foreign policy and withering criticisms of the Iraq War, nation building, and both the neoconservatism that led the Republican Party to disaster during Georg…

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Sleeper Cells in the Homeland: Hidden in Plain Sight and What Every Civilian Needs to Know 13:42

2d ago13:42

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In this episode of Red Dot Mindset, we cut through the headlines to confront a growing national security concern: sleeper cells embedded within the U.S. homeland. With rising tensions following the June 2025 U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites, federal agencies have issued elevated warnings—but what does that mean for you, the civilian? Two AI…

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#1657 Race in America: A Retrospective 53:14

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Clay’s conversation with Dr. Cassandra Newby-Alexander, professor of history at Norfolk State University in Virginia, about the status of race relations in America as we approach our 250th birthday. How should we read Thomas Jefferson's great sentence, “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal”? Did Jefferson mean wha…

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Immigration Showdown in LA (w/ E. Tammy Kim) [TEASER] 5:37

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy. Journalist Tammy Kim joins the pod to talk about the anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles — and the raids that precipitated them. Further Reading: E Tammy Kim, "Immigration Protests Threaten to Boil Over in Los Angeles," The New Yorker, June 9, 2025. — "Inside the A…

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Beyond the Analogy: The Grey, the White, and the Black — A New Awareness Framework for the Modern Civilian 12:32

9d ago12:32

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In this tactical deep dive, we unpack The Grey, the White, and the Black — a powerful situational awareness model for civilians navigating an increasingly unpredictable world. Condition White = Unaware and vulnerable Condition Black = Threat actors and predators Condition Grey = Calibrated readiness without paranoia This isn’t about becoming a warr…

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#1656 A Conversation with Novelist Anne Hillerman 52:15

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Clay interviews the southwestern crime novelist Anne Hillerman, now publishing her 10th novel about crime-solving in the land of the Navajo in Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, and Colorado. Anne is the daughter of the acclaimed and bestselling Tony Hillerman, who wrote 19 novels before he died in 2008. Anne decided to carry on the tradition, and her succ…

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Ep 140: New Teacher Talk Season Finale - Heading for Summer Break! 3:23

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Join Dr. Anna and Dr. Beth as they celebrate the milestone season finale of New Teacher Talk! Exciting updates are in store! This summer, catch bonus content on their YouTube channel (NewTeacherTalk1), packed with short, practical videos on classroom procedures, rules, routines, behavior plans, and incentive ideas. The new season launches August 4t…

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Reagan, the Movie (w/ Jesse Brenneman) [UNLOCKED] 1:22:18

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As the world falls apart — and we prep for our Buckley mega-episode with Sam Tanenhaus — we're unlocking this fun episode from late last year. Subscribe at Patreon.com/knowyourenemy to never miss an episode like this one. And please listen to Jesse's insane, hilarious, freakishly prescient (and fake) podcast Tech Talk. A palette cleanser for subscr…

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#1655 Clay and Lindsay Live: Religious Freedom 51:37

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Clay’s live conversation with Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky on Religious Freedom. Clay and Lindsay met in person at The Historic Christ Church and Museum in Weems, Virginia to discuss the history of religous freedom in the United States. They talk about how many Presidents have shared the faith, why there was an effort to separate the church and state fro…

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Ep 139: Why New Teachers Need LinkedIn: 5 Steps to Optimize Your Profile 7:36

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🔥 New Teachers, Let’s Unlock LinkedIn’s Power! 🔥 If you're a new teacher looking to elevate your career, LinkedIn is your ultimate networking tool—but are you using it right or using it at all? In this episode, Dr. Beth reveals five essential strategies to help educators build a standout profile, connect with education leaders, and showcase classro…

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Active Shooter: How to Respond and Prepare 16:20

20d ago16:20

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In this critical Red Dot Mindset episode, we tackle one of the most terrifying threats of modern life—active shooter situations. But instead of panic, we offer preparation. Using FBI data, ALERRT's Avoid | Deny | Defend framework, and insights from security experts like Cade Courtley and Grey Matter Ops, we break down: How the threat is evolving Co…

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Joe Biden's Betrayal [TEASER] 3:23

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy. If you pay any attention at all to political news, it's been hard to avoid Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson's recent bombshell of a book, Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again, which offers behind-the-scenes r…

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Digital Battlefield: Protecting Your Identity 23:57

25d ago23:57

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Episode Description: Welcome to a new kind of threat briefing — one where your keyboard is a frontline, and your data is a target. In this episode of Red Dot Mindset, our AI-hosted platform delivers tactical insights for protecting your digital footprint from modern-day adversaries. Created by Mickey Middaugh, U.S. Air Force Security Forces (Ret.) …

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#1654 Wandering In Canyon Country — A Conversation with Craig Childs 56:58

25d ago56:58

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Clay’s conversation with writer Craig Childs of western Colorado. Childs is the author of more than a dozen books about America’s backcountry. He’s spent months, even years, exploring the Grand Canyon and a hundred lesser but magnificent canyons in desert country. Childs has been a river runner, a guide, and a consultant, but mostly, he is a writer…

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Christopher Caldwell's Case Against Civil Rights 1:28:24

26d ago1:28:24

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Attentive listeners will notice that this episode is about a book but isn't an author interview. That's because it's the first in a new occasional series of episodes that will be dedicated to books by conservative writers that we think are important — whether because a book articulates the right's approach to an issue or problem in an especially re…

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Ep 138: New Teacher Summer Survival Guide: Preparing for Success in the Next School Year 7:34

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🔥 TEACHER TALK: SUMMER EDITION 🔥 Teachers, it’s time to hit pause, grab your favorite iced coffee, and tune in—because we’re serving up the ultimate summer survival guide! Whether you're sticking with your current school, scouting for a new teaching gig, or just vibing through summer break, Drs. Beth and Anna have got your back. 💡 INSIDE THE EPISOD…

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#1653 Clay and the new History Channel Series, Kevin Costner's The West 55:48

1M ago55:48

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Guest host Russ Eagle interviews Clay Jenkinson about the forthcoming eight-part History Channel series, Kevin Costner's The West. Clay was interviewed as a historical expert twice for the series produced by Doris Kearns Goodwin and featuring Kevin Costner. Clay explains his intensive preparations to participate in a documentary by Ken Burns or Dor…

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Ep 137: Building the Next Generation of Educators: Inside Educators Rising 35:17

1M ago35:17

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with EdRising Illinois leaders Christy Schweitzer, Maya Moneze, and Carson Mizell as they share how this incredible organization is transforming the future of education. Discover why students in Educators Rising are 400% more likely to enter teaching after high school and learn about the powerful community, lea…

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Trump as Messianic Prophet (w/ Manvir Singh) [TEASER] 2:10

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy. In a recent New Yorker essay, our guest, UC Davis anthropologist Manvir Singh, argues, "The Trumpian mystique echoes a dynamic that has occurred for centuries and across cultures. Its core ingredients—an alleged league of pedophiles, a godlike miracle worker, pr…

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Understanding Stalking - Cutting Through the Myths to Protect Yourself 7:29

1M ago7:29

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In this powerful episode of Red Dot Mindset, we pull back the curtain on stalking — not the Hollywood version, but the real, insidious behaviors that so many experience but few fully understand. Stalking isn’t about obsession or romance — it’s about power, control, and fear. We explore the warning signs, media myths, and psychological tactics behin…

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#1652 America's Public Lands: A Report Card 52:56

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Clay Jenkinson interviews Jonathan Thompson, the author of books about the American West, including Sagebrush Empire: How a Remote Utah County Became the Battlefront of American Public Lands. Thompson has written much about the pushback of western ranchers, irrigators, mining interests, and chambers of commerce against federal regulation (and even …

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Ep 136: Summer Prep for First-Year Teachers 9:44

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In this episode, English teacher Abby Bartle from Oswego High School shares invaluable advice for new educators preparing for their first year in the classroom. Drawing from her own experiences and insights from fellow first-year teachers, Abby offers a chronological guide taking you from the end of student teaching through summer preparation and i…

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Did Podcasters Make Trump President? (w/ Andrew Marantz) 1:22:19

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Among the many factors credited for Donald Trump's victory over Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential race was one that, naturally, the hosts of Know Your Enemy took an interest in: podcasts. More specifically, "bro" podcasts—think Joe Rogan or Theo Von—seemed to be one reason why Trump continued, as he did in 2016 and 2020, to perform so well wit…

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Bulletproof Mindset: Tactical Tools for Mental Resilience and Human Understanding 13:22

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In this episode of Red Dot Mindset, we break down the bulletproof mindset with real-world, no-fluff strategies drawn from Evy Poumpouras’ book Becoming Bulletproof. We explore how to manage fear, respond under pressure, build daily resilience, read people accurately, and influence with integrity. Learn what it means to think like a tactical coach a…

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Hardening the Target – ATM & Financial Transaction Awareness 9:55

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Everyday transactions can become dangerous moments if you're not mentally prepared. In this tactical deep dive, we break down how to transform routine ATM visits into secure, deliberate actions. From situational awareness to skimmer detection and post-transaction discipline, this episode arms you with real-world strategies to protect your finances …

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#1651 Ten Things About the American Revolution 50:31

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Clay and frequent guest Lindsay Chervinsky discuss the American Revolution in a “live” podcast recording in Vail, Colorado. Was George Washington a great military strategist? How vital was Jefferson’s Declaration of Independence when it was written? Why weren’t women incorporated as full citizens — as Abigail Adams suggested — when America re-const…

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Ep 135: 🚀 Empower Your Teaching Journey with NJCTL’s Online Courses! 🎓 3:41

2M ago3:41

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📣 In this enlightening episode of New Teacher Talk, guests Melissa Axelsson and Susan Olszewski explore NJCTL's game-changing online courses designed specifically for science, mathematics, and computer science educators. Discover how these self-paced programs can help you: Strengthen your subject expertise 💪 Explore new teaching areas 🔍 Advance you…

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Mindset Under Fire - What Deadly Force Encounters Teach Us About Survival 9:33

2M ago9:33

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Feeling unprepared for a crisis? Join us on Red Dot Mindset as we delve into the powerful psychology that can help you stay safe in high-pressure situations. Drawing insights from "Deadly Force Encounters," we'll explain how stress impacts your brain and why reacting instinctively isn't always the best approach. Learn how to cultivate a resilient m…

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Mental Ambush: Sharpening Your Mind for Urban Survival 12:50

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Unlock your tactical advantage with Red Dot Mindset. In this episode, we dive into the unseen battles of the mind—where fear, hesitation, and inaction can cost you critical seconds. We unpack the freeze response, decode pre-attack indicators inspired by Gavin de Becker’s The Gift of Fear, and break down the OODA Loop to help you make faster, smarte…

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Conclave (2024) (w/ Brandon Taylor) [TEASER] 3:10

2M ago3:10

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy. With the papal conclave convening in Rome to pick Pope Francis's successor, Matt and Sam are joined by novelist Brandon Taylor to discuss the 2024 film Conclave, directed by Edward Berger and starring Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, and Isabella Ross…

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Threat Assessment Beyond the Obvious-Developing Your Intuitive Radar 12:56

2M ago12:56

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This episode of Red Dot Mindset goes beyond the surface-level security tips and dives deep into the mental mechanics of threat assessment. It’s about learning to trust your instincts, sharpening your awareness, and reading the subtle signals others miss. You’ll discover how to: Build and trust your intuitive radar Separate anxiety from real-time th…

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#1650 A New Look at Edward Abbey 57:22

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Clay's conversation with Amy Irvine, the author of the 2018 book Desert Cabal: A New Season in the Wilderness. Ms. Irvine published the book on the 50th anniversary of Edward Abbey's blockbuster Desert Solitaire: A Season in the Wilderness. Desert Cabal is a careful and nuanced conversation with the late Edward Abbey, who died in 1989. Wasn't his r…

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Ep 134: The End of the School Year is In Sight: Meaningful Closure with Students 26:25

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Join Dr. Beth and Dr. Anna as they explore how to make the most of the final weeks with your students. This episode focuses on creating meaningful closure through reflection, celebration, student voice, and transitions. Discover practical strategies for student self-reflection, including visual growth timelines, reflection question prompts, and wor…

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Urban Survival 101 - Navigating Crowds, Crime, and Chaos 16:39

2M ago16:39

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Welcome to the deep dive. In this episode of Train the Mind, Win the Fight, we break down the practical skills, mindset shifts, and hard truths of surviving — and thriving — in the unpredictable landscape of the modern city. From packed streets and transit hubs to crisis events and blackout scenarios, urban environments are dense with both opportun…

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Flight Ready - Airline Safety & Security Tactics for Smarter Travel 13:18

2M ago13:18

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In this episode of Flight Ready, we dive into the critical strategies behind airline safety and travel security—so you can navigate airports and flights with confidence, clarity, and control. From enrolling in trusted traveler programs to mastering the TSA screening process, we’ll walk you through real-world travel tips, gear prep, packing advice, …

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The Life & Crimes of Roy Cohn (w/ In Bed with the Right) 53:17

2M ago53:17

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Recently Matt joined Moira Donegan and Adrian Daub of the excellent In Bed with the Right podcast to record what turned out to be two episodes about Roy Cohn—the "lawyer, closet case and ratfucker extraordinaire," as they describe him. These days Cohn is perhaps most infamous for being Donald Trump's lawyer and mentor, but this first episode focuse…

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Signal & Edge - The Gift of Fear Breakdown 6:10

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️ Welcome to Signal & Edge — where instincts meet intelligence. In this compelling episode, we dive into the bestselling book The Gift of Fear by Gavin de Becker, a groundbreaking guide to understanding how intuition can be your most powerful tool for safety and survival. ️‍️ Especially relevant for women — but valuable for everyone — this conversa…

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#1649 Sean Sherman and Native American Food 57:07

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Clay talks with noted chef, author, activist, and visionary Sean Sherman, an Oglala Lakota man who is changing the world of indigenous food. Sean is the author of an award-winning book, The Sioux Chef's Indigenous Kitchen, and another book, Turtle Island, which is coming out in November. They discuss the white conquest of the North American contine…

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Ep 133: Recruiting Talent: A District Leader's Perspective on Educational Staffing 17:33

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Join host Ryan Lamping, Vice President at Amergis Educational Staffing, as he welcomes Cathy Leaver, Director of Special Education at Bellevue School District. With over four years as Special Education Director and previous experience as a teacher and principal, Cathy brings valuable insights into how districts can effectively partner with educatio…

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Secure Mind - Secure Home 20:01

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In a world where threats can strike when you least expect them, true home defense begins long before locks, alarms, or cameras — it starts in the mind.Secure Mind, Secure Home is your tactical briefing on how to think smarter, act faster, and defend what matters most.Drawing from expert insights and real-world research, we break down the most criti…

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Stay Sharp – Mastering Awareness 17:00

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In this special episode, we dive into the everyday power of situational awareness — and how sharpening your attention can transform your safety, confidence, and presence. ️ You'll learn how to truly see what's happening around you, make sense of it quickly, and anticipate what’s coming next — skills that go far beyond self-defense and into how you …

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The Meaning of Pope Francis 1:24:24

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The passing of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025 marked not just the end of a papacy but the end of an era in global politics. The moment in which Francis spoke before Congress a decade ago and identified Thomas Merton, Dorothy Day, and Martin Luther King as models of Christian moral witness feels like another universe — far from the cruel, cramped, s…

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#1648 Hitting the Road With Lewis and Clark 52:43

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Occasional guest host and LTA videographer Nolan Johnson joins Clay to talk about the epic Lewis and Clark Airstream journey of 2025, wherein Clay will follow the Lewis and Clark Trail from Jefferson’s Monticello in Virginia to Astoria, Oregon, and back again. Historian James Ronda said the Lewis and Clark Expedition of 1804-06 was “America’s first…

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Ep 132: The Mentorship Mindset: Build Trust and Transform Your Teaching 20:15

2M ago20:15

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Join Maryellen Friel, a National Board Certified Teacher in Exceptional Needs, as she unpacks the transformative power of educational mentoring. Drawing from her extensive experience mentoring teachers in Baltimore and Texas, Maryellen shares practical strategies for building mentoring relationships based on trust and shared purpose. Learn her five…

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The Madness of Trump’s Tariffs (w/ John Ganz) [TEASER] 4:50

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy Speaking in the Rose Garden on April 2, or as he called it, "Liberation Day," President Trump unveiled his plans to impose a new minimum tariff on nearly every country in the world, along with country-specific "reciprocal" tariffs for those nations Trump deemed t…

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#1647 The Future of the Public Lands 52:39

2M ago52:39

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Clay's interview with Walt Dabney, who worked for over 30 years in the National Park System, including serving as America's Chief Ranger for five and a half years in Washington, D.C. Mr. Dabney is lecturing around the country about the threat to public lands from those who would return them to the states or privatize them altogether. Mr. Dabney ref…

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Ep 131: Wrap Up Your School Year: Organizational and Student Engagement Tips for New Teachers 7:23

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In this practical episode of New Teacher Talk, second-grade teacher Dr. Jacqueline J. Cleven from South Prairie Elementary shares her expert strategies for managing the hectic end of the school year. Discover the innovative A to Z Book Countdown that transforms traditional countdowns into meaningful literacy experiences, keeping students engaged ri…

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UNLOCKED: How the Pandemic Changed Everything (w/ David Wallace-Wells) 1:49:58

3M ago1:49:58

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In response to several requests from our (wonderful) Patreon subscribers, we're unlocking this episode from behind the paywall. Consider subscribing at Patreon.com/KnowYourEnemy to never miss an episode. March 2025 marked five years since the formal start of the pandemic in the United States, when the federal government declared the arrival and spr…

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#1646 The Legacy of Louis L'Amour and American Western Fiction 57:01

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Clay interviews Beau L’Amour, the son of Louis L'Amour, the celebrated author of multi-million best-selling Westerns. Beau L’Amour is the manager of his father’s literary estate. By his passing at 80 in 1988, Louis L’Amour wrote just under 100 novels and more than 250 short stories. All of his books are still in print. Clay and Beau talked about ch…

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Ep 130: Keeping Students in the Game Throughout the Year 14:30

3M ago14:30

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Join Dr. Anna and Dr. Beth as they tackle one of teaching's biggest challenges: maintaining student engagement when motivation begins to fade. Perfect for early career and aspiring educators, this episode offers practical strategies to reinvigorate your classroom during the dreaded "spring slump." Learn how to implement quick engagement activities,…