Best Chad Alexander Podcasts (2025)

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Building Bridges: How Salem Leadership Foundation Connects Community 42:05

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Welcome to this week's episode of What's Happening Salem! In this episode, Jacob Espinoza sits down with Kyle Dickinson, Executive Director of Salem Leadership Foundation, to discuss the organization's vital behind-the-scenes work connecting and empowering Salem's community. Topics include: How Salem Leadership Foundation serves as a connector and …

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Eric Kaufmann: a cultural revolution in winter

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Today Razib talks to Eric Kaufmann, a Canadian professor of politics at the University of Buckingham, where he directs the Centre for Heterodox Social Science. He earned his BA from the University of Western Ontario and his MA and PhD from the London School of Economics. Prior to his current role, he held positions at the University of Southampton …

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Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny, And The Culture Fight :: Ep 78 Try That in a Small Town Podcast 1:16:40

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We get started talking coffee. Then a simple road-life chat about interstate numbers flipped into a full-on culture rumble: Taylor Swift as role model or red flag, Bad Bunny and the Super Bowl halftime backlash, and why every big stage now doubles as a battlefield. We don’t tiptoe. We pull apart what “pushing boundaries” means for mainstream pop, w…

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Coltan Scrivner: the evolution and psychology of horror

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Today, Razib talks to Coltan Scrivner, a behavioral scientist, horror entertainment producer, and author, whose work centers on the psychological and evolutionary roots of our fascination with darkness, horror, and true crime. He is affiliated with the Department of Psychology at Arizona State University. Scrivner also serves as the executive direc…

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Coltan Scrivner: the evolution and psychology of horror

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Today, Razib talks to Coltan Scrivner, a behavioral scientist, horror entertainment producer, and author, whose work centers on the psychological and evolutionary roots of our fascination with darkness, horror, and true crime. He is affiliated with the Department of Psychology at Arizona State University. Scrivner also serves as the executive direc…

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Coffee Breaks: New City Manager, Safety Program Expansion, and Airport Funding 10:21

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Welcome to this week's episode of What's Happening Salem! In this inaugural Coffee Breaks segment—a new partnership with Salem Reporter—Jacob Espinoza and Rachel Alexander deliver a quick 10-minute update on local news and community developments. This week's episode covers: Christian Ambury's unanimous appointment as Salem's official city manager (…

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230, Lots of kicks, w/Cameron Hicks! 1:14:28

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Send us a text Cameron Hicks is an aspiring young shooter originally from Virginia, but now calls North Carolina home. A special forces veteran with a love of hunting and smashing clay targets, Cameron has been coached and mentored by some of the best shooters to ever shoulder a shotgun! Cameron has burned hundreds of thousands of rounds practicing…

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Khanversation #58: The trial of Nathan Cofnas, wokeness and academy and defeating wokeness

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The investigation of Cofnas by his college and university The impact of wokeness on academia And how to fight back (see his Substack, Beating Woke with Facts and Logic) Subscribe now Give a gift subscription ShareBy Razib Khan

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The Local Bar 219 - Sam 54:25

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This episode is important. There is something in it that everyone needs to know and be aware of. Please join my friend Sam and I as we discuss a few subjects that surround everyone of us.

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Backstage to Halftime: Country, Controversy, and Kids in a Digital Storm :: Ep 77 Try That in a Small Town Podcast 1:16:19

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The week’s conversation jumps from living rooms to locker rooms to writing rooms—and the connective tissue is culture moving faster than conscience. We start with the tough part: raising kids in a world where a phone can outtalk a parent, where algorithms dress up confusion as entertainment, and where being “plugged in” feels like the tax for belon…

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Episode 1686 - Barack Obama 1:07:23

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For the final episode of WTF, Marc travels to Washington, DC for another conversation with the most significant guest in the show’s history. Former President Barack Obama welcomes Marc into his office to speak about the legacy of the podcast, the need for human connection, and the reason for optimism in the face of challenging times. Also, Presiden…

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Resilience Isn’t a Buzzword: It’s How Orthopaedics Survives 41:11

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The future of orthopaedic practice won’t be won by the highest offer or the loudest brand—it’ll be won by groups that can bend without breaking. Dr. Doug Lundy sits down with Dr. Alex Vaccaro of Rothman to unpack how a true megagroup navigates shrinking CMS rates, anesthesia shortages, hiring wars, and private equity.…

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Nate Soares: we are doomed (probably)

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Today Razib talks to Nate Soares the President of the Machine Intelligence Research Institute (MIRI). He joined MIRI in 2014 and has since authored many of its core technical agendas, including foundational documents like Agent Foundations for Aligning Superintelligence with Human Interests. Prior to his work in AI research, Soares worked as a soft…

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Nate Soares: we are doomed (probably)

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Today Razib talks to Nate Soares the President of the Machine Intelligence Research Institute (MIRI). He joined MIRI in 2014 and has since authored many of its core technical agendas, including foundational documents like Agent Foundations for Aligning Superintelligence with Human Interests. Prior to his work in AI research, Soares worked as a soft…

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Exploring Vision & Value with Chad Jenkins 1:22:55

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What if the key to unlocking your purpose has been within you all along? In this episode, I’m joined by Chad Jenkins, CEO & President of SEEDSPARK. A lifelong entrepreneur who launched his first venture at just eight years old, Chad has since built and guided over fifty businesses. Renowned for transforming traditional business models, he focuses o…

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229 Cyrus & Ashleigh Hafley Alexander ! 46:23

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Send us a text If you are a relatively new shooter, you may recognize the names Cyrus and/or Ashleigh Alexander from Shotgun Gear Trap rentals, as they are often at large events across the country helping organize events, as well as providing equipment and setting targets. However, if you have been in sporting clays for a little while, you will rec…

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Episode 1685 - Marc Maron 37:40

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Only one episode of WTF remains after this one and it will not be recorded in the garage. So with this being the final WTF episode taking place in Marc’s sacred space, it’s only appropriate that he close things out himself, directly addressing everyone who’s been on this ride with him for the past sixteen years. This show started with Marc on a mic…

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Ryan P. Williams: the Claremont Institute standing athwart history

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Today Razib talks to Ryan P. Williams. He is president of The Claremont Institute, a position he has held since 2017. He is also a contributor to The Claremont Review of Books and started The American Mind. Williams earned a B.A. in political science and Economics from Hillsdale College and an M.A. in politics from Claremont Graduate University. He…

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How a Banned Account, a Mullet, and Sheer Grit Built a Social Media Empire w/Justin "Danger" Nunley :: Ep 76 Try That in a Small Town Podcast 1:25:16

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A stranger clowns you on live after your account gets banned—do you spiral or go nuclear on the grind? Justin “Danger” Nunley chose the latter, changing shirts in his driveway and launching a 30-day sprint from 3,000 followers to 3 million. We sit down with the Air Force veteran turned creator-entrepreneur to unpack the mindset, habits, and guardra…

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Episode 1684 - Matt Groening 1:16:09

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Matt Groening discovered the things that helped shape his artistic sensibility when he was 12 years old: psychedelia, the Grateful Dead, Catch-22, and of course cartooning. Matt explains to Marc how the road to creating The Simpsons started in Portland, Oregon and had stops in New York City, Los Angeles, the Licorice Pizza record store, the LA Read…

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Salem News: School Improvements & Downtown Reality Check 28:28

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Welcome to this episode of What's Happening Salem! In this episode, Jacob Espinoza sits down with Rachel Alexander from Salem Reporter to discuss the state of local news and pressing issues facing our community: Topics covered: Salem-Keizer schools' first positive test score improvements since COVID The reality of downtown Salem vs. public percepti…

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Khanversation #57: Evolution revolutionized, the shutdown and Mormons are as Christians

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Evolution revolutionized The shutdown Mormons are as Christians Subscribe now Give a gift subscription Share Read moreBy Razib Khan

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Vanessa Nordyke on Salem's Mayoral Race: Homelessness, Public Safety & Downtown Revival 40:22

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Welcome to this week's episode of What's Happening Salem! In this episode, host Jacob Espinoza sits down with Salem City Councilor and mayoral candidate Vanessa Nordyke to discuss her campaign for mayor and vision for Salem's future. Topics include: Why Nordyke is running for mayor after nearly six years on the city council Salem's three-pronged ap…

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228, Team USA's Dr. David Dalu ! 1:03:59

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Send us a text Sometimes great competitors fly under the radar and out of the limelight. Dr. David Dalu is just that person. Yes, you read that right, Doctor! David was an ER surgeon and has now taken the less dramatic road into sporting clays. In 2018, David began his journey and with a little help from Anthony Matarese Jr., David has achieved 202…

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Alexander Cortes: broscience, health science and fertility

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On this episode of Unsupervised Learning, Razib talks to Alexander Cortes. Cortes is a trainer, fitness influencer and entrepreneur. He is the co-founder, along with his wife, of Ferta, a company that aims to “optimize your reproductive health and conceive naturally.” Born and raised in California, Cortes began his career in the fitness industry as…

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Alexander Cortes: broscience, health science and fertility

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On this episode of Unsupervised Learning, Razib talks to Alexander Cortes. Cortes is a trainer, fitness influencer and entrepreneur. He is the co-founder, along with his wife, of Ferta, a company that aims to “optimize your reproductive health and conceive naturally.” Born and raised in California, Cortes began his career in the fitness industry as…

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Episode 1683 - Mark Flanagan 1:18:10

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Despite having close relationships with innumerable people in the entertainment industry, Mark Flanagan is aware that a lot of people don’t know much about him, even his first name. They just know him as Flanagan, owner and programmer of the LA nightclub Largo. Flanny talks with Marc about his family’s escape from Northern Ireland during The Troubl…

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Restore-Episode 117-Jennifer Schwirzer: Abide Network / Faith-based Mental Health Coaching 1:01:11

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Send us a Text Message - include e-mail or phone number in your message to receive a response. In episode 117, I have an inspiring conversation with Dr. Jennifer Schwirzer, LPC, Ed.D. Jennifer is founder of Abide Network, a transformative platform offering faith-based mental health coaching. Drawing from her personal journey and passion for accessi…

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Chad Orzel: the state of physics and academia in 2025

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Chad Orzel is a physicist and science writer who has been blogging for nearly twenty-five years. He’s the author of four books, Breakfast with Einstein: The Exotic Physics of Everyday Objects, How to Teach Quantum Physics to Your Dog, How to Teach Relativity to Your Dog, Eureka: Discovering Your Inner Scientist and A Brief History of Timekeeping. T…

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Remembering Brett James: Nashville's Songwriting Legend :: Ep 75 Try That in a Small Town Podcast 1:05:59

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Loss has a way of reordering priorities and bringing perspective like nothing else can. When Nashville songwriting legend Brett James died in a plane crash, our podcast world was rocked to its core – and it came just weeks after the assassination of Charlie Kirk. This special episode captures our raw, unfiltered processing of grief in real-time. Br…

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Episode 1682 - Judd Apatow’s Favorite WTF Moments 2:07:01

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Judd Apatow was an early fan of WTF and a perennial supporter of the show throughout its run. So when he asked Marc if he could be a guest one more time for an episode where he plays his favorite moments, of course the answer was yes. And because Marc’s general practice is to never listen to the episodes, he is hearing most of these clips for the f…

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Kat Rosenfield: after the vibe shift

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Today on Unsupervised Learning, Razib talks to Kat Rosenfield. She is an American novelist, journalist, and culture critic known for both her fiction and commentary on contemporary political debates. She began her career in publishing and as a reporter for MTV News before branching out into broader cultural criticism, contributing to outlets such a…

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Kat Rosenfield: after the vibe shift

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Today on Unsupervised Learning, Razib talks to Kat Rosenfield. She is an American novelist, journalist, and culture critic known for both her fiction and commentary on contemporary political debates. She began her career in publishing and as a reporter for MTV News before branching out into broader cultural criticism, contributing to outlets such a…

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Building a Wine Business Without Millions 45:23

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Welcome to this week's episode of What's Happening Salem! Ever wondered what it takes to break into the wine industry without millions of dollars? Host Jacob Espinoza sits down with Sam Parra from Parra Wine Co., a trailblazing Latino winemaker who's proving you can build a successful wine business from the ground up in the Willamette Valley. From …

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Odin’s Roundtable: Exploring Healing & Awakening 1:28:08

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What if the chaos of our times isn’t the end — but the beginning of something greater? In this first edition of Odin’s Roundtable, we sit down with three master healers —Niki Hughes, Denise Grams, and Tammi Grantham — for a wide-ranging conversation on the turbulence of our world, the hidden traumas that shape us, and the path toward higher conscio…

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Family Faith and Entrepreneurship with Chad Rickabaugh 1:02:59

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Chad Rickabaugh, founder and CEO of RevText shares his story of entrepreneurship, family and faith. From morning routines to how to navigate risk and stay brave when challenges rise up. This Marine knows how to stand strong and persevere. Follow Men of Bravery on Instagram. Follow Tim DeTellis on Instagram. Follow Chad Rickabaugh on Instagram. Foll…

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227, A conversation w/Travis Mears! 1:03:22

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Send us a text Travis Mears is an extremely talented shooter. Not only does he compete at the highest level of the game, Travis is also the owner of Defender Outdoors Clay Sports Ranch in Fort Worth TX, does a trick shooting shows around the globe, coaches, hunts, and still manages to spend time raising a family. Travis travels the circuit and regu…

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Episode 1681 - Jimmy Pardo 1:23:27

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When WTF started in 2009, Never Not Funny was already there. Jimmy Pardo has been in the podcast game for almost 20 years and was a direct inspiration for Marc back when he wanted to start one of his own. Jimmy and Marc talk about being there in the early days of the medium, how they each learned how to make podcasting work as a business, why Jimmy…

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From GMO to Regenerative Farming at Scale: The Water Solution No One Saw Coming | Chad Wall 1:20:24

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Chad Wall is a regenerative farming consultant who knows energized water is the most impactful new agriculture technology available, making it a must in today’s farming practices. Simple Aqua Energizer devices structure water so it nourishes crops just like rain. Aqua Energizer: https://thewellnessenterprise.com/product/aqua-energizer-portable-stru…

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Unfiltered Truth: Chad Prather on Faith, Comedy, and Cultural Battles :: Ep 74 Try That in a Small Town Podcast 1:41:54

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Chad Prather isn't just the fast-talking guy from viral videos—he's lived enough adventures for three lifetimes. In this captivating conversation, Chad takes us through his remarkable journey from humble beginnings in rural Georgia to becoming a multifaceted entertainer, political voice, and man of faith. With his trademark rapid-fire delivery and …

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Episode 1680 - Christopher Guest 1:34:04

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Whether Christopher Guest is creating characters, writing scripted comedy or doing long form improv, it’s all music to him. Christopher talks with Marc about his musical background, jazz clubs, the British comedy revue Beyond the Fringe, the National Lampoon, Lily Tomlin and other building blocks that paved the way for his work on This is Spinal Ta…

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What is it Like to Own a Restaurant in Salem? 59:37

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Welcome to this week's episode of What's Happening Salem! Jacob Espinoza sits down with two industry veterans to explore the reality of owning a restaurant in Salem, Oregon, in 2025. Joined by Cecilia Ritter, restaurateur and owner of Wild Pear with 25 years in the industry, and Jason Brandt, President and CEO of the Oregon Restaurant and Lodging A…

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Jonathan Anomaly and James Lee: is eugenics in our future?

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Recently, the new embryo-selection start-up Herasight has been in the news, finally coming out of stealth. Part of the buzz is because of the public involvement of well-known geneticists and academics like Alex Young and Joe Pickrell in Herasight’s algorithm development. Additionally, Noor Siddiqi, the CEO of Orchid, a competitor to Herasight (and …