No Rest for the Weekend is a podcast and blog dedicated to being an independent voice covering the world of entertainment. For more visit our website: www.norestfortheweekendpodcast.com Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed on No Rest for the Weekend are not necessarily the opinions of this channel or Behind the Rabbit Productions.
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Magic Talk: by White Rabbit Magic is a podcast for magicians, creators, and magic enthusiasts who believe in preserving the wonder. Produced by Rough Edge Studios, each episode explores the art, performance, business, and history of magic—without revealing secrets. Join us for insightful discussions, interviews, product reviews, and behind-the-scenes perspectives that celebrate the craft while honoring its traditions.
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The term "paranormal" refers to phenomena and experiences that are beyond the scope of normal scientific understanding and cannot be easily explained through traditional scientific principles. These phenomena often challenge conventional beliefs and are associated with the supernatural, metaphysical, or unexplained aspects of reality. Join us on our weekly dives into this crazy rabbit hole...
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Welcome to The Internet is Crack. the podcast that asks the question...can we coexist with our creation? We explore the growing influence of AI, the internet, and robotics on our lives, uncovering how they are changing the way we think, work, and interact. From ethical dilemmas to futuristic possibilities, we take you on a journey through the exciting—and sometimes unsettling—realities of our tech-driven future. Let’s dive into the rabbit hole together!
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TartanTalk is a podcast of Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart, an all-girls K–12 school in Princeton, New Jersey.
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Sips and Trips, a podcast series brought to you by Tartan Talk, investigates the many coffee shops of Princeton, comparing the matcha and coffee at each different stop. Join Lydia '28 and Gwen '28 as they take you along on their journeys to cafes, exploring the main features of each new adventure. This premiere episode focuses on two different coff…
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Episode 1808: Brooklyn Horror Film Festival 2025
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26:48On this episode No Rest for the Weekend's Yasin Lago and host Jason Godbey review films from this year's Brooklyn Horror Film Festival including: Queens of the Dead, Every Heavy Thing, New Group, and Karmadonna.Sponsored by BlackMagic DesignTonkawa Film FestivalDehancer.comShow theme & Music by Christopher GillardWritten by Yasin LagoJason GodbeyPr…
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Episode 144: The Wraith: A Haunting Prelude to Mortality
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25:39In this episode of 4 Ever Paranormal, Dr. Bill and Deb step into the shadows with the wraith— not a gentle haunting, but a summons that walks ahead of death. From old Highland warnings and banshee-like death omens to modern encounters, they trace how the wraith has stalked human history as a cold, intentional presence rather than a simple ghost. Dr…
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Cory Doctorow: How the Internet Was Stolen (Encore)
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47:40Cory Doctorow explains how tech giants seize control of the web and lock the rest of us out. He tells us what it will take to break their grip and reclaim the internet for everyone.By Risllo Productions LLC
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Episode 1807: Woodstock Film Festival 2025
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26:06On this episode Jackie Hanzl (HomeBodiesOnly, MADE with Jackie Hanzl) and No Rest for the Weekend host Jason Godbey review films from this year's Woodstock Film Festival including: River of Grass, Christy starring Sydney Sweeney, Cutting Through Rocks, and Nuremberg starring Rami Malek and Russel Crowe.Sponsored by BlackMagic DesignTonkawa Film Fes…
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Episode 143: The Last Witch of the Chesapeake
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31:31In 1685, under the provisions of King James’s Witchcraft Act, Rebecca Fowler was tried and executed by hanging in Maryland for performing what the court described as ‘evil and diabolical arts.’ She is no legend-her name remains neatly inscribed within the colonial ledgers at St. Mary’s City- the only recorded execution for witchcraft within all of …
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Bitcoin Breakdown: Dr. David Yermack on the Future of Finance
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58:24Bitcoin: brilliant innovation or pure speculative smoke? NYU’s David Yermack breaks down the blockchain hype, the real economics, and whether the bubble is finally ready to burst.By Risllo Productions LLC
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Magic Talk #276 | 11.18.2025 |What Separates Success from Failure
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43:28What separates those that succeed from those who don't.By Rough Edge Studios
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Episode 1806: NewFest & Floating Carousel
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25:35No Rest for the Weekend takes you back to the red carpet of this year's edition of NewFest wher we caught up with the director and stars of Jason and Shirley Revisited -Featuring interviews with director Stephen Winter, writer/actor Sarah Schulman, and actor Tony Torn. Then we'll bring you interviews with Come See Me in the Good Light director Ryan…
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In this episode, Dr. Bill and Deb delved into one of the scariest but lesser-known phenomena to come out of Scandinavia, which is called “Vardoger. “Long before you ever knock on a door or hear the sound of a boot step,” according to folklore,” “the vardoger is already there. In fact, it’s walking through your scene before you get there. It’s like …
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Dissecting the algorithm: a discussion with Dr. Motahhare Eslami
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1:00:20We talk with Dr. Motahhare Eslami about the invisible algorithms that shape our online lives and how to manage their influence. This episode breaks down how these systems drive addiction, control, and what we experience.By Risllo Productions LLC
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Episode 1805: Mill Valley Film Festival Part II
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25:57On this episode William J. Hammon (ActuallyPaid.com) and host Jason Godbey review films from this year's Mill Valley Film Festival including: Blue Moon, Hola Frida, The ScoutSponsored by BlackMagic DesignTonkawa Film FestivalDehancer.comShow theme & Music by Christopher GillardWritten by Yasin LagoJason GodbeyProduced & Created by Jason Godbey…
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Episode 141: The Bigfoot Siege of Honobia
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32:56This week on 4 Ever Paranormal, Dr. Bill and Deb dig into one of the strangest modern encounters ever recorded — a siege that blurred the line between folklore and fear, and left behind questions that still echo through the woods. In January of 2000, two brothers in the Kiamichi Mountains of Oklahoma claimed something surrounded their cabin for nig…
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Is AI Alive?: A Conversation With Dr. David Gunkel
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57:44Dr. David Gunkel joins us to explore whether AI can truly create on its own and what that answer means for human originality. We discuss how the law is already shifting to recognize machines and why failing to keep up with this technology could have serious consequences.By Risllo Productions LLC
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Magic Talk #275 | 10/28/2025 | Strolling Go To's
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32:11Magicians James Lantiegne, Joshua Lantiegne, and with Gregory Alexander discuss strolling magic. What strolling magic is your go-to?By Rough Edge Studios
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Episode 1804: Mill Valley Film Festival Part I
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25:50On this episode William J. Hammon (ActuallyPaid.com) and host Jason Godbey review films from this year's Mill Valley Film Festival including: It Was Just an Accident, Arco, Happy Birthday, and The President’s Cake.Sponsored by BlackMagic DesignTonkawa Film FestivalDehancer.comShow theme & Music by Christopher GillardWritten by Yasin LagoJason Godbe…
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Episode 140: The Mysterious Lights of Shag Harbor
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28:51On a quiet night in October 1967, residents of Shag Harbor, Nova Scotia, watched five glowing amber lights descend from the sky and vanish beneath the Atlantic Ocean. Believing a plane had crashed, fishermen, police, and Coast Guard officers launched an immediate rescue—only to find no wreckage, no oil slick, and no survivors. What they did find wa…
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The Grind Behind the Glory: A discussion with Adam Rodnitzky (Encore)
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56:50Adam Rodnitzky shares his journey of building businesses in Silicon Valley, from securing funding to scaling his startup's success. We get the inside scoop from the capital of the internet.By Risllo Productions LLC
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Episode 1803: Opening Night of NewFest 2025
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26:46No Rest for the Weekend takes you to the opening night of NewFest 2025. Featuring interviews with: Executive Director David Hatkoff, Oriel Pe'er, Holly Cinnamon, Jonny Beauchamp, Donna Deitch, andSponsored byBlackmagic DesignTonkawa Film FestivalDehancerwww.Dehancer.comTo get 10% off Dehancer products use the promo code "RABBIT"Music by Christopher…
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Episode 139: Viking Folklore and the Draugr
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29:15The topic of this episode is the discovery of the Draugr, a classic old Norse monster who has at various times been compared to a zombie. We talk about the monsters and their mythology, who were not only troubled spirits but flesh-and-blood beings who still had a bitter grip on their graves and treasures. As we walk through the old stories of the D…
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Secrets of Silicon Valley: A Discussion with David Rodnitzky (Encore)
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57:41David Rodnitzky offers an insider's look at Silicon Valley's culture, power dynamics, and what shapes success in the tech world.By Risllo Productions LLC
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Episode 1802: New York Film Festival 2025 Part II
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26:20On this episode No Rest for the Weekend's Yasin Lago and host Jason Godbey review films from this year's New York Film Festival including: The Secret Agent, After the Hunt starring Julia Roberts, Anemone starring Daniel Day Lewis, and Mr. Scorsese, the new docuseries about legendary filmmaker, Martin Scorsese. Sponsored by BlackMagic DesignTonkawa …
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Episode 138: The Hammersmith Ghost Story Uncovered
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24:16The story of the Hammersmith Ghost is the perfect example of what happens when belief and fear meet each other in the street. In 1804, Hammersmith residents were terrorizing each other into the superstition that there was a ghost roaming the streets, leading to a fatal encounter whose lines had been blurred between history and legend. This episode …
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AI Is Not Human: A Conversation with Maribeth Rauh (Former Google DeepMind)
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1:06:46This week’s guest, Maribeth Rauh, formerly of Google DeepMind, breaks down why so many people treat AI like a person. She explains how that illusion can distort judgment and lead to real-world harm.By Risllo Productions LLC
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Magic Talk #274 | 10.13.2025 | Which Secret is More Valuable Than the Other?
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46:39The magicians discuss ho determines what belongs in a magic trick ... and what doesn't.By Rough Edge Studios
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Episode 1801: New York Film Festival 2025 PART I
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26:05On this episode No Rest for the Weeken's Yasin Lago and host Jason Godbey review films from this year's New York Film Festival including: No Other Choice, Late Fame, House of Dynamite, and Nouvelle Vague.Sponsored by BlackMagic DesignTonkawa Film FestivalDehancer.com Get 10% off Dehancer products when you use the promo code "RABBIT" www.dehancer.co…
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As spooky season continues this week it's off the beaten path of Salem, Massachusetts history. We dive deep into the rich heritage of Salem, far beyond the infamous witch trials, to reveal the motley collection of ghost stories haunting its streets and buildings. Salem, the haunted town, is the kind of community that makes us want to consider the s…
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Magic Talk #273 | 10.08.2025 | It's All About Houdini
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50:08James, Gregory and special guest Tony Blake talk about the legendary Houdini.By Rough Edge Studios
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AI vs. Human Creativity: A Conversation With Feelies Bassist Brenda Sauter (Encore)
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48:31Brenda Sauter of the legendary bands The Feelies and Wild Carnation talks music, piracy, and the internet's influence on creativity.By Risllo Productions LLC
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Episode 1724: Movie Reviews- Weapons, The Long Walk, HIM
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26:01On this episode No Rest for the Weekend's Yasin Lago and Jason Godbey review Weapons starring Julia Garner and Josh Brolin, The Long Walk starring Cooper Hoffman and Mark Hamil, and HIM starring Marlon Wayans and Tyriq Withers. Show theme by Christopher GillardCreated by Jason GodbeyFor more content visit: www.norestfortheweekendpodcast.comwww.btrp…
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Episode 136: The Realities Behind Sleepy Hollow's Ghostly Tales
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Tech, and Music’s Future: A Conversation With Vanessa Briscoe Hay (Encore)
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45:10Vanessa Briscoe Hay, lead vocalist of "Pylon Reenactment Society" and formerly of the legendary Athens, Georgia band "Pylon" joins "The Internet is Crack" to talk about the intersection of technology and music. From the evolution of music to the rise of AI, we discuss how artists adapt to technology, and we even create an AI-generated song together…
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Magic Talk #272 | 09.30.2025 | That Gets Under My Skin ...
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1:01:51Pet peeves that magicians have.By Rough Edge Studios
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Episode 1723: Streaming Series Reviews 2025 Part II
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26:04On this episode of No Rest for the Weekend Jackie Hanzl (HomeBodiesOnly, MADE with Jackie Hanzl) and host Jason Godbey continue with their picks for streaming series in 2025 including: And Just Like That (HBO/MAX), Billy Joel: And So it Goes (HBO/MAX), Sirens (Netflix), and Mr. Robot (Netflix).Show theme by Christopher GillardCreated & Hosted by Ja…
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Episode 135: The Flatwoods Monster: A Tale of Fear and Folklore
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24:36This time we travel to the little town of Flatwoods, West Virginia, and the September 12, 1952, event is responsible for the legend of the Flatwoods Monster. A blazing trail across the night sky intrigues neighborhood children and spurs them to recruit their mother into an adventure beyond nervousness to find the origin of this out-of-this-world ev…
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Data and AI: A Conversation with Professor Taha Yasseri
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45:43This week, we sit down with Professor Taha Yasseri to discuss how AI shapes the data we see and the ways we interpret it. We explore how small changes in data and design can create major real-world outcomes, from chatbot gender to data privacy.By Risllo Productions LLC
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Episode 1722: Fall/Winter 2025 Movie Preview Part II
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25:58On this episode No Rest for the Weekend's Yasin Lago and Jason Godbey break down the most anticipated films of fall/winter 2025 including: Tron Ares (October 10th), Black Phone 2 (October 17th), Good Fortune (October 17th), Mortal Kombat II (October 24th), A House of Dynamite (October 24th), Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere (October 24th), Fran…
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Episode 134: Exploring the Haunting Echoes of the Orpheum Theaters
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30:14This week’s podcast discusses the spooky stories involving the Orpheum theaters in Memphis, Tennessee; Flagstaff, Arizona; and Phoenix, Arizona. We delve into the rich history of stories surrounding these locations, discussing the ghostly sighting that attaches itself to them, with a special emphasis on the ghost sightings of Mary and Eleanor in Me…
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Magic Talk #271 | 09.16.2025 | Tricks That Have Stood the Test of Time
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37:44Tricks that have stood the test of time ... and why.By Rough Edge Studios
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Power Play: A Conversation with Dr. Aram Sinnreich
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40:22This week, we sit down with Dr. Aram Sinnreich to talk about AI’s viability in a world increasingly dominated by corporate interests. Our conversation examines how powerful institutions influence and control this transformative resource, and how ordinary people can challenge and push back against overwhelming systems.…
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Episode 1721: Streaming Series Reviews 2025 Part I
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26:40On this episode of No Rest for the Weekend Jackie Hanzl (HomeBodiesOnly, MADE with Jackie Hanzl) and host Jason Godbey give you their picks for streaming series in 2025 including: Too Much (Neflix), The Sandman (Netflix), Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Buffalo Bills (HBO/MAX), and Light & Magic (Disney +).Show theme by Christopher GillardCreat…
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In this episode we discuss the Dogman phenomenon, a cryptid that has been seen all over North Carolina. There have been sightings around locations such as Gastonia and Black Mountain. We explore the appearance of the mysterious creature, which has been described as a bi-pedal creature that resembles either a wolf or a German shepherd. It has glowin…
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The Whole Story: A Discussion with Anita Say Chan
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1:18:07This week, we sit down with Anita Say Chan and discuss the past, present, and future of the use and misuse of data, along with the ethical lapses that have happened, are happening now, and will continue to emerge. We also talk about the sense of superiority this misuse fosters and the marginalization of groups who are most harmed by it.…
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Episode 1720: Fall/Winter Movies 2025 Preview Part I
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26:33On this episode No Rest for the Weekend's Yasin Lago and Jason Godbey break down the most anticipated films of fall/winter 2025 including: The Long Walk (September 12th), American Sweatshop (September 19th), Big Bold Beautiful Journey (September 19th), HIM (September 19th), The Strangers Chapter 2 (September 26th), Dead of Winter (September 26th), …
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Episode 132: Unveiling the Secrets of the Hellfire Club
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30:54The show this week is the Hellfire Club. An 18th-century secret society, is the topic of discussion, and it shows the great balancing act between vice, power, and secrecy which is timeless. This episode brings us back in time to the club, founded by the famous Francis Dashwood, who arranged activities that defied social and religious etiquette, dis…
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Your Data Their Data: A Discussion with Dr. Michael Zimmer
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49:48This week, we sit down with Dr. Michael Zimmer to discuss data ethics: who has your data, and what they’re doing with it. We also dive into the Zuckerberg Files and the ethical challenges of studying digital data.By Risllo Productions LLC
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Magic Talk #270 | 09.02.2025 | The Psychology of Being Fooled
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43:48Magicians James Lantiegne, Julie Lantiegne and Greg Alexander talk about the pyschology of being fooled.By Rough Edge Studios
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Episode 131: Operation Saucer: The Dark Truth Behind Brazil's UFO Incident
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31:23In this show we discuss the bizarre happenings that occurred in 1977 in Colares, Brazil, when a number of unexplainable events, ranging from cryptic beams of light injuring individuals to physical phenomena felt by citizens, spread panic and fear. We learn what produced these events, as seen by eyewitnesses of pillars of light causing harm and medi…
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Magic Talk #269 | 08.27.2025 | Changes In Magic
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42:00James and Joshua Lantiegne talk about changes in the business of magic.By Rough Edge Studios
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Free Expression: A Conversation with Jillian York
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35:23This week, we sit down with Jillian York, Director for International Freedom of Expression at the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF). We discuss her work defending digital rights and the EFF’s broader mission to keep the internet free, open, and accessible for people around the world.By Risllo Productions LLC
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