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Niche to Meet You

Leslie eiler Thompson

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You know that weirdly specific thing your friend’s obsessed with? Like speed jigsaw puzzling. Or dressing up as Santa. Or raising wild turkeys. This show is about those people. Each episode, host Leslie Eiler Thompson finds a niche interest—and then gently, curiously, hilariously peels back the layers to find out why it matters for everyone. It’s funny. It’s surprisingly moving. It’s like a deep dive into the strange and beautiful stuff that makes us, us.
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Intelligence Check

Intelligence Check

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Intelligence Check is an actual play series that's big on the laughs. It's a light-hearted show, using D&D 5e rules, set in the homebrew world of the Lichstone Empire. We've got dark and mysterious backgrounds, defensive elephants, weird gambling, oddly specific kobold slaughter, and tentacles. Way too many tentacles.
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The Last Word Podcast

Nastassia Jones and Jonathan Schuster

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Nastassia Jones, Co-Founder of the Last Hurrah Funerals and Comedian Jonathan Schuster invite a different legend each week to come and plan their final farewell. From location, tunes, and final disposition, each episode follows the trio scheming grand and often weirdly specific and personal funeral wishes. Nothing is off-limits here. The Last Word tosses hushed tunes and solemn discussions for lively, wrong-town chats that ultimately make conversations about death a touch less intimidating.
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Noodlin' with Josh

Trip Hazard Presents

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Welcome! Trip Hazard Presents, or THP, is the creative team behind the podcasts: “Noodlin’ with Josh”, HotDadRadio, CBJW, and a few others buried for a variety of reasons. Born out of an attempt to make friends over any distance, Noodlin’ with Josh is an interview talk-show with 3 very specific rules: drink when interrupted, utilize the very specific safe-word, and share this show. Also found on the THP channel is the variety show, “CBJW” hosted by Caitlin Burt and Josh Weaver. This show of ...
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They Asked For What? Rock Star Riders & Diva Demands is the ultimate backstage pass into the weird, wild, and wonderfully excessive world of rock star tour riders. Each week, host Jon Michael unpacks the most outrageous celebrity green room demands. From the oddly specific to the downright diva. Whether you're a die-hard music fan, a live concert junkie, or just love juicy pop culture and celebrity gossip, this podcast delivers backstage secrets with a mix of humor, history, and a touch of s ...
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Ingredipedia

Ben Birchall & Emily Naismith

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Want to feast on funny food facts and fables? Or slurp up strange and spicy stories from supermarkets and society? Bite into Australia’s funnest food podcast, Ingredipedia. Each episode, competitive hosts Emily Naismith (Broadsheet, frankie magazine) and Ben Birchall (3RRR FM’s Breakfasters, Smith Journal) try to serve the most interesting stories about a specific ingredient (say, Tim Tams or chillies) in a bid for your affection. You get to vote for who was the most interesting on Instagram ...
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The Best Bits

Will Collins, Kevin Lehane

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The Best Bits is a film and TV podcast hosted by writers Will Collins (Wolfwalkers, Star Wars - Screecher's Reach) and Kevin Lehane (Grabbers, Neil Gaiman's Likely Stories). Whether picking their favourite scenes from randomly selected weirdly specific themes, recording commentaries for classics, recapping terrific TV, or giving a second chance to a film they didn't see the first time, they can be heard having the craic and celebrating The Best Bits.
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Struggling to book your first speaking role in a network-level production? If so, this podcast is for you. You'll learn how to find and sign with great agents, how to start getting access to high-quality auditions, and how to book major union speaking roles. Each episode addresses specific challenges faced by aspiring screen actors, including: - What casting directors are really looking for in screen actors. - How to find and impress legit, high-level agents. - How to build strong industry c ...
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Dunnolah Podcast

Dunnolah Podcast

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What can two guys do with each other? A bunch of stuff, from the latest news to listener-suggested topics (so send us some suggestions/any opinion/weirdly specific question on Instagram & Facebook!). AND we'll talk about it all with a layer of humor, improv and riffing. Welcome to the Dunnolah Podcast, where your lowest expectations can only go higher, since there's only one way but up.
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Ex Appeal

Hurrdat Media

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Jennifer Lahmers (Host on EXTRA) and Julien Marlon (French actor) used to hook up, now they're friends. They discuss today's dating culture with brutal honesty while offering their own perspective on specific dating topics. Wouldn't it be nice if you could openly ask any dating/relationship questions to the opposite sex? That is exactly what they are doing. After all, who else can give you better dating advice than your ex?
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Money and Mental Peace - Scholarship, Dave Ramsey Baby Steps, College Fund, FAFSA 2025, Scholarships for College

Kara Walker - College Scholarship Strategist, Dave Ramsey Budget Nerd, Dual Enroll, Find Scholarships

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Are you worried about how to pay for college? Stressed because it’s so expensive? Are you having trouble finding scholarships, or all you find don’t apply to you? Overwhelmed with all things school and money? Welcome fam! This podcast will help you find and get scholarships, avoid student loans and maybe even graduate college debt-free! Hey! I’m Kara, a Christian entrepreneur, amateur snowboarder, and scholarship BEAST! I figured out how to not only finish college debt-free, but I even had $ ...
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Welcome Travelers! RJ's Journey is just about the day-to-day thoughts and ideas that I have in mind and share with anyone who is interested. I don't have any specific topic in mind, but just anything that comes to my mind. Take a listen and enjoy this journey with me! Relax and enjoy. Follow me on my Twitter: @rjs_journey, Instagram: rjs_journey00Using #rjsjourneypodcast Also add me to my author's platform, My Facebook Page: R.J. Cheshire, Twitter: @rj_cheshire, Instagram: r.j.cheshire (don' ...
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It’s the most oddly specific Disney podcast on the web! Join Country Bear Jamboree fanatic, Grant Baciocco, as he takes you on a personal tour of the items in his Country Bear Jamboree collection! From the cool, to the weird, there is no other Country Bear Jamboree collection like Grant’s! A must for any Disney fan!
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Ever pick up a weird indie game and wonder "what's all that about?" Well come and wonder with us at NPC Dialogue; a reaction-based talk show where your party of AJ, JJ, and Mike do their best to make sense of the small and unconventional in gaming. For a few episodes at a time, we will target a specific game to wrestle with and go as indepth as we can about it's mechanics, story, themes, and any other fun abstractions that makes everyone's head spin. So come join us as we dive into the weird ...
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Rad or Sad

Rad or Sad Podcast

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We’re Zach and Lexi, two twenty something college grads staring into the void. We play games, talk pop culture, and/or flash back to weird moments in our childhoods in a desperate attempt to be slightly less sad all the time. Hang out with us each week for a beautiful mess of oddly specific things you never thought you'd relate to, but somehow do.
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Two Hundred A Day

Nathan Paoletta

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Two Hundred a Day is a podcast by Nathan D. Paoletta and Epidiah Ravachol. We are exploring the intensely weird and interesting world of the 70s TV detective show The Rockford Files. In each episode of Two Hundred a Day, we watch an episode, recap and review it as fans of the show, and tease out specific elements that hold lessons for writers, gamers and anyone else interested in making better stories.
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Why Do You Know That?

Why Do You Know That?

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The podcast that asks why YOU know SO MUCH about a VERY specific topic. Comedians Nadia Osman and Steve Szlaga invite guests to talk about a singular, limited point of interest they know more about than anyone (but that Nadia and Steve usually know next to nothing about). Topics range from pop culture, history, science, politics, and art, to anything and everything niche, kitsch, camp, weird, wild, wondrous, and beyond. Come join the party!
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The Bat Segundo Show was a long-running cultural radio program devoted to quirky and very thorough long-form interviews with contemporary authors, idiosyncratic thinkers, and other assorted artists. Guests included David Lynch, Octavia Butler, John Waters, John Updike, Stephen Fry, Marilynne Robinson, Karen Russell, Weird Al Yankovic, Robert A. Caro, and more than 500 others. There was also a program called Follow Your Ears, which was a thematic investigative counterpart, in which I pursued ...
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It Started as a little dog training business in Shawnee, KS. It was then a blog, and then we wrote some books! Videos next and a YouTube channel. We figured a podcast was the next logical step. What will you get? Honest, positive, science-based talks about all things dogs and dog training. We are all about training owners vs training dogs and we strive to teach folks to reward the behaviors they want vs. looking to correct the behaviors they don't want! It is all about redirection, rewarding ...
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Are small, unconscious habits holding your on-camera performance back? When you're acting on camera, even tiny movements can distract the viewer and weaken your performance - without you even realizing it. Today’s episode of The Actor’s Career Compass shows you how to spot and fix those hidden distractions so your performance connects with confiden…
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In this sprawling, laughter-filled episode of Noodlin’ with Josh, the crew dives into everything from childhood sports trauma to scuba mishaps and suspect cranberry-sauce alibis. Derek opens up about cosmetic procedures, Ryan praises Detroit, and Matthew unknowingly crashes the recording with some morbid deep-sea tales and improvised voice impressi…
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What do pink velvet, Pinot Grigio and a ban on carnations have in common? They’re all part of Katy Perry’s 2011 backstage world. Before the whipped cream bras and spinning candy canes took over pop culture, Perry was building a dream...one dressing room at a time. This week, we unpack the sweet (and surprisingly strict) details behind Katy Perry’s …
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What if your submission note could land you a self-tape—even if you weren’t originally considered? Casting directors fly through hundreds of submissions, and most actors blend into the background. But your note can be the one that stops them cold and makes them want to know more about you. In this episode, you’ll discover: A simple trick to get cas…
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Did this particularly weird thing ever happen at the Maccas parties you went to? And what did Hungry Jacks do in the '80s to make kids feel wildly cool? Find out in the last episode of our Nostalgic Restaurants miniseries. [1.22] McDonald's parties [9.51] Hungry Jacks' promo Follow us on Instagram (@ingredipedia) and TikTok (@ingredipedia) to see v…
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Don’t believe me? Hear true stories from redditors about how a small amount of student debt doubled or even tripled due to loan interest, how they’re struggling to even make the first payment, and how their mental health has been significantly impacted by debt. But I won’t leave you in the dumps! Learn about how Crystal paid off $200,000 in debt in…
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What do soy milk, Beck's beer and a ban on styrofoam have in common? They were all part of Bob Dylan’s 2001 tour rider. In this episode of They Asked For What?, we head backstage with a living legend who, even in the new millennium, was setting his own rules — and his own atmosphere. From the odd, the essential, to the downright mystical, we break …
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Should You Say “Commercial Resume Available Upon Request”? It Might Be Hurting You! Have you ever added “Commercial Resume Available Upon Request” to your acting resume and wondered if it really helps - or just makes things awkward? Many actors worry that listing past commercial work could create conflicts, especially when auditioning for competing…
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In this episode of Noodlin’ with Josh, we dive deep into the weirdly intimate relationship between a person and their workspace. Josh opens up about the joys and hazards of life spent behind multiple monitors, light stands, microphones, and an apartment floor that’s slowly surrendering to his sitting habits. It’s part ergonomics rant, part love let…
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What’s the secret to making your casting profile actually book you work? Too many actors throw everything on their profiles and hope for the best - but that’s a quick way to get ignored by casting directors. In this episode of The Actor’s Career Compass, you’ll learn how to choose the right videos and photos that make casting directors want to call…
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All hail the all-you-can-eat restaurant with a volcano! Plus we deep dive into the world of free sombreros and heavily spiked slushies in part three of our miniseries on nostalgic restaurants from Australian suburbia. [1.26] Taco Bill [14.06] Smorgy's Follow us on Instagram (@ingredipedia) and TikTok (@ingredipedia) to see visuals of our weird and …
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Wanting to reduce the cost of tuition? Wondering how your daughter can earn scholarships? Are you assisting her with financial planning for college, and don’t know where to start? I know parents are concerned with their children being burdened with student debt and making choices in life based on that debt. I want them to have freedom after school …
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Noodlin' on Interviews, or "Help, I’m Unemployed (and Other Interview Adventures)"Hey friends, welcome back to Noodlin’ with Josh! Today's episode is one part job hunt therapy session, one part AI love letter, and all parts honest reflection on surviving the interview process. After my mom’s gentle nudge ("you should do more of those podcast things…
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Celebrate Earth Day, the niche way. LINKS: Join the Niche List (our monthly newsletter…er, Nicheletter) Become a part of the United Nicheons, the Niche to Meet You Patreon BUY MERCH!!!!! Have feedback or just want to say hi? Email us: [email protected] EPISODE NOTES: In this episode, Leslie heads into the wilds of Instagram to explore one o…
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Welcome to The Everything Episode — where the tangents are frequent, the topics are global, and the vibe is pure HotDad chaos. In this Seinfeld-esque session, Josh, Derek, and Ryan jump from dreams of Tokyo living to the realities of uprooting your life, exploring what it really means to start over in a new country. But honestly? We talk about ever…
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Ever dream of acting again but feel like “real life” is in the way? If you've got a mortgage, a day job, and retirement on the horizon, you might think acting has to wait. But what if you could start building your dream career right now, without risking everything? This episode is your roadmap to reigniting your acting career—on your own terms. You…
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🎙️ HotDadRadio: Bitterness is Not a CrimeGuest: Sarah Llewellyn | Episode: "Noodlin' w/ Josh"In this introspective and emotionally sharp episode, Josh sits down with the brilliant Sarah Safuto for a raw conversation about navigating unemployment, reclaiming your identity, and staying soft in a world that encourages avoiding bitterness.Together, the…
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SEND US A QUESTION OR TOPIC FOR A FUTURE SHOW... In this episode of the KISS Dog Training podcast with Mike Deathe, we dive into best practices and essential training tips for walking your dog on a leash. Whether you're a seasoned dog owner or a new pet parent, Mike shares valuable insights on leash etiquette, effective communication, and technique…
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Do casting directors still care about monologues - or is there something better? If you’ve been relying only on monologues for your casting profiles, this episode might surprise you. More and more industry pros are now leaning toward a different kind of clip that shows what really matters on screen. You’ll find out how a small change to your profil…
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Only the fanciest Italian restaurants feature in part two of our miniseries on nostalgic restaurants from Australian suburbia: Fasta Pasta and (la la la la la la) La Porchetta! [1.35] Fasta Pasta [12.28] La Porchetta Follow us on Instagram (@ingredipedia) and TikTok (@ingredipedia) to see visuals of our weird and snacky food pursuits. See omnystudi…
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Simone Biles, Michael Phelps… Can’t get enough of the Olympics and Team USA? Who is your fav athlete? Write about it and win a scholarship for being such a big fan!!! I give all the details about this scholarship on today's episode! Want to find more scholarships that you enjoy, like this one? Then head to calendly.com/moneyandmentalpeace and plan …
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On this episode of HotDadRadio, hosts Josh and Derek break down the latest box office projections for three of the year’s most interesting films: Minecraft, The Amateur, and Warfare. From family-friendly video game adaptations to gritty action thrillers, we dive into what industry analysts are predicting for opening weekends and long-term performan…
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Are you wondering how to go from small auditions to starring on big networks like Netflix and PBS? In this episode, we talk with Emmy winner and multi-Grammy Award-winning artist Alisha Gaddis. She shares how she got started, what challenges she faced, and the smart moves that helped her rise in the entertainment world. Whether you're just getting …
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What do red Solo cups, pitted dates, and Calvin Klein tees have in common? They were all part of the Red Hot Chili Peppers' wild, weird, and oddly wholesome 2000 tour rider. In this episode of They Asked For What?, we crack open the backstage demands from the Californication era—a pivotal moment when RHCP were rising from the ashes, rediscovering t…
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Want to land bigger acting roles in indie films? Here’s a strategy most actors totally miss. Many small film productions run on tight budgets - and that means directors are searching for actors who can wear more than one hat. If you know how to offer help beyond just acting, you’ll stand out fast and get more opportunities. In this episode, you’ll …
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Strap in for a new miniseries where we pit iconic restaurants from Australian suburbia against each other, starting with two of the most iconic all-you-can-eat establishments: Pizza Hut 'The Works' and Sizzler! Put on your elasticised pants and let’s hit the buffet. [1.18] Pizza Hut 'The Works' [8.25] Sizzler's Cheese Toast Follow us on Instagram (…
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Ben wanted to go to college, but did not know at first how he would pay for it. Cue scholarships! $90,000 in scholarships later, he paid for his Harvard education, and now wants to help tell others how they can do the same! In part 2, we discuss… Testing out of classes (CLEP, DSST, AP) Professional Judgement - secret password/keyword where they tak…
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What do steamed broccoli, rose-scented candles, and a CD player have in common? They were all on Beyoncé’s 2004 Super Bowl National Anthem Tour rider. In this episode of They Asked For What?, we step behind the velvet rope into a world built on precision, ritual, and quiet power — long before Queen Bey became a global empire. From backstage blooms …
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Is Your Acting Reel Hooking Casting Directors in the First Five Seconds? Casting directors are bombarded with hundreds of acting reels daily. If yours doesn’t grab them instantly, they’ll move on. In this episode of The Actor’s Career Compass, host Martin Bentsen reveals exactly what makes your reel stand out - and what causes casting directors to …
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Our Kindred travel back to Solomon's shop for their midnight appointment. But they are unable to enter until they agree on the proper etiquette for opening the door. Inside Lewis and Solomon meet face to face for the first time, and they actually seem to hit it off! Even with a bit of rambling from Lewis and Isaac. Elias is not thrilled by the pros…
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What do tea and biscuits, white wine and eight pairs of dark cotton socks have in common? They were all on Coldplay’s 2003 tour rider. In this episode of They Asked For What?, we head backstage with the band that made melancholy beautiful — and discover a rider full of modest comforts, quiet rituals, and a few surprisingly specific demands. From wa…
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Want to audition for Netflix but don’t have an agent? No problem! Have you ever dreamed of landing a role on Netflix but felt stuck without an agent? The good news is that Netflix regularly casts new talent - even actors with little experience! In this episode, we break down exactly how you can find legit Netflix casting calls, impress casting dire…
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It's the first new Lindt bunny flavour in 10 years! 😲 This Easter bunny-themed ep is a must listen before you make your VERY IMPORTANT Easter chocolate decisions. [1:03] Malteaster Bunny controversy [7:47] New Lindt Bunny flavour Follow us on Instagram (@ingredipedia) and TikTok (@ingredipedia) to see visuals of our weird and snacky food pursuits. …
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Ben wanted to go to college, but did not know at first how he would pay for it. Cue scholarships! $90,000 in scholarships later, he paid for his Harvard education, and now wants to help tell others how they can do the same! We discuss… How to tell YOUR story to scholarship judges Scholarship myths/misgivings What constitutes a good application/essa…
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What do Crown Royal whisky, Throat Coat tea, and a box of Slim Jims have in common? They were all on the Foo Fighters’ 2000 tour rider. In this episode of They Asked For What?, we crash backstage with the band that built a career on volume, chaos, and a whole lot of heart — and find a rider that’s equal parts rock star mayhem and working-class surv…
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Are you struggling to find an agent who can actually get you auditions? Many actors waste time with the wrong representation or fall for scams. In this episode, we break down exactly how to find the right agent, avoid common pitfalls, and take control of your acting career. What You'll Learn in This Episode: The essential marketing materials that m…
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Nastassia Jones, Co-Founder of the Last Hurrah Funerals and Comedian Jonathan Schuster invite a different legend each week to come and plan their final farewell. From location, tunes, and final disposition, each episode follows the trio scheming grand and often weirdly specific and personal funeral wishes. Nothing is off-limits here. The Last Word …
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Hot Dad Radio – Episode #7: Lost in the LoudThis week on Hot Dad Radio, we get real. Like, really real. Ryan opens up in a way we haven’t heard before—about therapy, trauma, and the long road of figuring yourself out. We talk about what it means to heal, how to break cycles, and why checking in on your “happy” friends might be more important than y…
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What do Dove dark chocolate minis, decorative lamps and red wine have in common? They were all on Pearl Jam’s 2008 tour rider. In this episode of They Asked For What?, we head backstage with one of rock’s most fiercely independent bands — and find a rider that’s thoughtful, earthy, and just a little luxurious. From fair-trade sweets to soft lightin…
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What do unscented candles, Robert Mondavi wine, and Coke Zero have in common? They were all on Lady Gaga’s 2009 tour rider. In this episode of They Asked For What?, we dive backstage with the artist who turned pop into performance art — and find a rider that’s surprisingly stripped-down, strategic, and just a little indulgent. From quiet flames to …
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What do chocolate milk, Schlitz Malt Liquor, and bars of Ivory soap have in common? They were all on Van Halen’s 1982 tour rider. In this episode of They Asked For What?, we tear backstage with the band that defined excess — and find a rider that’s part party starter, part playground, and part pure chaos. From soapy demands to malt liquor mayhem, w…
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Which Acting Agencies Are the Best for Your Career? (Part 3 of 3) Are you looking to sign with a top-tier acting agency but not sure where to start? Finding the right representation can make all the difference in your acting career, and in this final part of our three-episode series, we break down some of the biggest agencies in the industry. Many …
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Is mortadella supposed to be nut free? And Em adds to her nut butter collection in a delicious and expensive way. [1:03] Pistachio Papi and pistachio cream [6:23] WTF is Dubai chocolate? [14:18] Nut butter collection [21:26] Mortadella investigation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Ever wonder what rock stars really demand backstage? They Asked For What? Rock Star Riders & Diva Demands gives you a sneak peek behind the velvet curtain. From brown M&M meltdowns to custom scented candles, each week we uncover the outrageous, over-the-top and sometimes oddly relatable green room requests of music legends and celebrity divas. If y…
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History, science, and Leslie tries to beat a national champ. LINKS: Join the Niche List (our monthly newsletter…er, Nicheletter) and BE SURPRISED when we announce something HUGE in a few days. Have feedback or just want to say hi? Email us: [email protected] Get your own flippable Springbok puzzle. You can get 10% off your order with code: …
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