Best Chris Amp Lisa Podcasts (2025)

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Indigo Girls: Activism Through Fashion and Community Through Food (REISSUE), ep. 317 57:13

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(Editor’s Note: Welcome to our Reissue series! For the past several weeks, Basic Folk has been digging back into the archives and reposting some of our favorite episodes alongside new introductions commenting on what it’s like to listen back. This is our last Reissue for now, so please enjoy! This episode featuring separate interviews with The Indi…

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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E12: Guests: Chris Brock, Courtney Baker, Associated General Contractors of Virginia, Jacque Morton, IEC Chesapeake 40:54

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In this episode, we talk with representatives Chris Brock, VSC Fire & Security; Courtney Baker, Associated General Contractors of Virginia; and Jacque Morton, IEC Chesapeake. The Virginia School Boards Association has awarded these business partners with Henrico CTE the VSBA Honor Roll Award. We talk with them about why they partner with Henrico CT…

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Shelf Impactors™ Podcast - Embracing AI 35:14

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Shelf Impactors™ Podcast - SEASON 4 - EPISODE 2 Embracing AI Podcast Hosts: Lisa Hastings from SGK Mark Grey from Blue Nectar Design Overview In this conversation, Lisa and Mark explore the evolving role of AI in the creative industry, discussing past fears, current tools, and future implications. They emphasize the importance of embracing AI as a …

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TikToks With THE KING?! Max Balegde on HYNOTHERAPY & The Ekin-Su Tattoo That ALMOST Happened! 1:07:24

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He’s backkkk! We’ve got Max Balegde on the pod this week for a much-needed catch-up and it’s just as unhinged as you’d expect 😂 From both becoming dog dads recently (chaos, obviously), to Max casually meeting THE KING at Buckingham Palace (no biggie?!), there’s so much to get through. He’s also giving us the full rundown on his ongoing feud with Pe…

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Feeling Good At Any Age: From Menstruation to Menopause – A Candid Conversation with Dr. Karen Tang 17:10

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In a world flooded with information about women’s health - from TikTok trends to wellness influencers - separating fact from fiction has never been more challenging. This candid conversation between Katie Couric and gynecologist Dr. Karen Tang tackles the most persistent myths and misinformation surrounding women's health, with special focus on men…

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Joy Oladokun Writes Worship Music for Youth Group Rejects (REISSUE), ep. 316 51:18

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(Editor’s Note: Welcome to our Reissue series! For the past several weeks, Basic Folk has been digging back into the archives and reposting some of our favorite episodes alongside new introductions commenting on what it’s like to listen back. Enjoy! This episode featuring Lizzie No interviewing Joy Oladokun, was originally posted on February 24, 20…

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Shelf Impactors™ Podcast - Big Agency vs Small 32:09

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Shelf Impactors™ Podcast - SEASON 4 - EPISODE 1 Big vs Small Design Agency – Which is Better? Podcast Hosts: Lisa Hastings from SGK (large global agency) Mark Grey from Blue Nectar Design (smaller, bespoke agency) Both Mark and Lisa have previously worked at a mid-sized agency that scaled up significantly over a 20 year period. In this first episod…

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Watchhouse in Conversation with Jacob Sharp (Mipso) (Bonus) 45:55

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(Editor's Note: Oh, WOW! A bonus, surprise episode with Watchhouse? Yes! And it is a treat. We are pleased to have Jacob Sharp of Mipso as our guest host in conversation with his friends Andrew Marlin and Emily Franz of Watchhouse, talking about their new studio album, 'Rituals.' The record was co-produced with Ryan Gustafson of The Dead Tongues. T…

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Jamie Olivers Wife CONFRONTED Lisa?! Addressing The Baggs Brother RUMOURS & Being DRUNK On Gogglebox 40:06

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Joe’s got Mama Baggs back in the studio this week and you already know it’s going to be a proper gossip sesh! 💅🫖 They’re chatting all things SHOWBIZ, clearing up a few RUMOURS, and having a good old-fashioned natter. But the question everyone really wants answered? 👀 Who’s her favourite grandchild, Eric or Roni? Please vote for Not My Bagg to WIN b…

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Katie’s One-on-One with Senator Lisa Murkowski 1:32:15

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Katie heads to Capitol Hill for an in-person conversation with Senator Lisa Murkowski of Alaska. In this unflinching interview, Murkowski reflects on her high-stakes political journey, her defiance of party pressure, and her growing alarm over the threats facing American democracy. Drawing from her new memoir Far From Home, she opens up about the p…

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Katie’s One-on-One with Rep. Jasmine Crockett 1:10:01

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Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett is having a moment. The rising Democratic star sits down with Katie for a candid, no-holds-barred conversation about what drives her, what frustrates her, and why she refuses to play by the old political rules. From her viral moments on Capitol Hill to the serious challenges facing democracy, Crockett shares what’s on he…

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Chris Thile: Calvin and Hobbes, Classical Music, and Curiosity (REISSUE), ep. 315 1:21:20

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(Editor’s Note: Welcome to our Reissue series! For the next several weeks, Basic Folk is digging back into the archives and reposting some of our favorite episodes alongside new introductions commenting on what it’s like to listen back. Enjoy! This episode featuring Cindy Howes interviewing Chris Thile was originally posted on September 9, 2021 aft…

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MrBeast Is Kinda HOT?! Blu FLIRTED With Gabby On Aftersun! & Becoming Dog Dads 42:17

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Joe and Kaine are back and officially in their dog dad era! 🐶 This week, they're spilling all the showbiz tea and introducing the newest (and fluffiest) member of the fam, baby Pepperoni! ❤️‍🔥 From who is the favourite human vs the spare, the boys are answering all your burning pup questions and sharing how life has already changed forever. 💅Joe Ba…

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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E11: Guests: Daniel Singleton, Nathan Jones, Landon Parent 31:18

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In this episode, we are talking to Daniel Singleton- ACE Center Program Manager and Lead Instructor in Fire Science/ Career Firefighter and Paramedic, Henrico Co. Division of Fire, Nathan Jones, Firefighting 1, ACE Hermitage, Landon Parent, Firefighting 1, ACE Hermitage. Like many counties across the country, Henrico County is looking to hire young…

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The DOJ Under Siege: Former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder Sounds the Alarm 54:22

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Eric Holder, AG under Obama from 2009 - 2015, has spent most of his life inside the Department of Justice. Now, he’s watching it unravel. He joins Katie to explain how the Trump administration is hollowing out institutions, targeting critics, and eroding democratic norms. He shares what it’s like to see the agency he loves weaponized—and why he bel…

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Dar Williams: Music was Decided for Me (REISSUE), ep. 314 1:03:07

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(Editor’s Note: Welcome to our Reissue series! For the next several weeks, Basic Folk is digging into the archives and reposting some of our favorite episodes alongside new introductions commenting on what it’s like to listen back. This episode featuring Lizzie No interviewing Dar Williams originally posted on October 14, 2021. Enjoy!) Dar Williams…

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PRIDE SPECIAL! Ella Morgan REACTS To Big Brother RUMOUR, Chris Hughes and JoJo Siwa & Her Love Life! 32:49

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It’s a Pride special and we’ve got the one and only Ella Morgan in the studio! 💖 Ella’s spilling all the tea on her love life, showbiz madness and the realities of reality TV. Ella opens up about growing up and trying to fit in, navigating single life, and her honest takes on fillers and Facetune. Plus, we get her reaction to the wildest crossover …

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Resisting, Elevating, and Humanizing with Laverne Cox 1:12:36

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More than a decade ago, Katie asked a question she now regrets—one that sparked a meeting with her guest today, Laverne Cox. In this deeply personal conversation, the two revisit that moment and the friendship that grew from it. Laverne shares why she believes transformation is still possible–even under the Trump administration—if we’re willing to …

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Former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on Crisis, Kindness, and Change 1:00:06

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In a world that rewards power grabs, Jacinda Ardern chose a different path. The former prime minister of New Zealand, who led her country through the Christchurch massacre and COVID, talks with Katie about leading through heartbreak and crisis, why kindness isn’t weakness, and the courage it takes to step away from power. It’s all detailed in her n…

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John Hiatt is Actually Not Scared to Talk about His Feelings (REISSUE), ep. 313 51:06

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(Editor’s Note: Welcome to our Reissue series! For the next several weeks, Basic Folk is digging back into the archives and reposting some of our favorite episodes alongside new introductions commenting on what it’s like to listen back. Enjoy!) This episode featuring Cindy Howes interviewing John Hiatt originally posted on August 5, 2021. In 2021, …

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The Holiday From HELL! Getting SCAMMED Over Cows, STINKING Out The Corridor & DEMURE Vomiting?! 44:54

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The holiday made it out the group chat… but honestly, maybe it should’ve stayed there! 😅 Joe, Kaine, Lolly and George are back from what can only be described as the bank holiday from hell and they’re spilling every grim, chaotic detail. From dodgy tummies to full-on disasters, if it could go wrong, it did. PSA: do not listen while eating unless yo…

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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E10: Guests: Senior Master Sgt. Walt Davis, Air Force Reserve, and Captain Tom Holder, Marine Corps JROTC, Highland Springs HS. 49:46

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We talk to Senior Master Sgt. Walt Davis, Air Force Reserve, and Captain Tom Holder, Marine Corps JROTC, Highland Springs HS, will discuss how JROTC works and the many life and career benefits our JROTC students receive, and eliminate many myths about JROTC.

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The Gen Z News Star Taking On Trump 1:02:09

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Aaron Parnas grew up in a Fox News household and once campaigned for Trump. But today, he is a rising progressive voice with millions of followers—and no patience for the media status quo. In this conversation with Katie Couric, he shares how his worldview changed, and why he’s using TikTok and Substack to rewire how we consume the news. See omnyst…

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Anaïs Mitchell: 2019 Pre-Broadway interview on Hadestown, Lamb Rearing, and Untangling Third Wave Feminism (REISSUE), ep. 312 51:22

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(Editor’s Note: Welcome to our Reissue series! For the next several weeks, Basic Folk is digging back into the archives and reposting some of our favorite episodes alongside new introductions commenting on what it’s like to listen back. Enjoy!) Listening back, I feel like this 2018 interview with Anaïs Mitchell holds up. Originally published on Jan…

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Olivia Attwood’s FAKE Labubus?! REACTING To Kris Jenner’s Face Lift! & ChatGPT HACKS You Need to Know! 54:48

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This week, Joe & Kaine are back and coming in hot with their takes on all the latest showbiz chaos! 🔥 They’re diving into Kris Jenner’s jaw-dropping facelift, giving their unfiltered thoughts on Jesy Nelson’s baby name picks, and even chatting about how ChatGPT might just save you a few quid (yes, really!). But that’s not all… 👀 Joe & Kaine are als…

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Morgan Toney on Circles, Elders, and Phil Collins, ep. 311 1:00:58

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Circles have played a huge role in fiddler and singer Morgan Toney's life thus far: from drum circles, to talking circles, to the Earth itself (a circle!). In our Basic Folk conversation, Morgan talks about his L'nu (also known as Mi'kmaq) heritage and growing up on what's now called Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, where his ancestors have lived since ti…

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Biden's Inner Circle and the Cost of Denial 1:33:49

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Katie traveled to Washington, D.C. to sit down with Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson for a candid conversation about their book Original Sin—an investigation into how President Biden’s decline was hidden from voters, colleagues, and even some members of the press. As questions swirl in the wake of his cancer diagnosis, their reporting offers critical …

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Josh & Moyo’s LEAST Favourite Influencers, PROPOSAL Plans & ALMOST Being A TRIO with George Baggs! 49:50

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We’ve got Josh and Moyo on the pod this week and honestly… prepare yourselves as this might be one of the funniest episodes EVER! 😂🔥 We’re diving into a chaotic game of Sip or Spill, where no one holds back. They’re spilling the tea on their least favourite influencers 👀, when (if ever?!) Josh is finally going to propose to Meg 💍, and the inside sc…

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The MeidasTouch Network vs. the Right-Wing Media Machine 1:45:14

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They weren’t political operatives—they were a civil rights lawyer, a digital editor, and a marketing guy. But in the chaos of the Trump era, the Meiselas Brothers felt compelled to act. In their first in-person interview all together, Katie gets the behind-the-scenes story of how a pandemic group chat turned into the ascendent progressive MeidasTou…

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Kris Delmhorst: Inching Forward through Sleepless Nights, ep. 310 52:20

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Kris Delmhorst is not a good sleeper. The Western Massachusetts songwriter is usually awake from 2 or 3 am to about 4 or 5am. Sometimes it feels nice and floaty, but other times she is wide awake worrying about anything her brain can get a hold of. This is similar to a feeling with which she ended her tenth record, 'Ghosts in the Garden,' with the …

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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E9: Guests: Heather Veneziano, Horticulture & Landscaping Instructor 29:47

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We had scheduled a student to be with Heather Veneziano, but they had to cancel at the last minute. We still had a great talk about the Horticulture/Landscaping program at the ACE Center at Virginia Randolph and the huge demand for workers in many fields connected to our program.

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Curtis SHUTS DOWN Ekin-Su RUMOURS, SPILLS On The HEART RATE Challenge & Life After LOVE ISLAND! 38:20

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We’ve got our absolute fave on the pod this week — Curtis Pritchard is in the building! 🕺 (and yes, Ekin-Su is sneakily behind the camera keeping an eye 👀) Curtis is spilling all the unseen tea from the heart rate challenge, dishing on whether him and Ekin-Su are a total SHOWMANCE or actually the real deal 💘 and opening up about what life’s really …

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Inside the MAGA Mindset with Astead Herndon 57:53

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New York Times reporter Astead Herndon has spent years embedded in the world of Trump voters. He joins Katie to explain what he’s hearing now—why economic fear, media distrust, and cultural resentment still fuel Trumpism, how tariffs and Elon Musk are playing with the base, and why the Democrats’ message just isn’t landing. If you think you know wh…

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Sara Watkins on I'm With Her's Witchy AF New Record, ep. 309 54:09

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Sara Watkins joins Basic Folk to talk about 'Wild and Clear and Blue,' the new album from I'm With Her, her band with Sarah Jarosz and Aoife O'Donovan. The new LP was inspired by looking back on your life in order to move forward, with a very witchy manner of speaking that encompasses the ancient, mysterious, and spiritual. Sara shares insights int…

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Danny Beard Spills Celeb Big Brother TEA, Doing Mickey Rourke’s GLAM & Bathroom ANXIETY! 54:21

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We’ve got OUR Celeb Big Brother winner on the pod this week — it’s the one and only Danny Beard! 👑✨ Danny is spilling all the behind-the-scenes tea from inside the house 🫖 from who was a dream to live with to who definitely wasn’t… 👀 Plus, find out who they’d leave stranded on a desert island, and which housemate totally surprised them. 💅Joe Baggs:…

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The Rise of Colon Cancer in Young Adults 45:48

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"Microbiome" is a buzzword these days--but many people don't know what it means. As we re-assess the lasting impact diet may have on our health, researchers are examining the role of gut health as possible causes for the dramatic uptick in colorectal cancer in young people. Katie Couric, founder of Katie Couric Media and Stand Up To Cancer, hosts a…

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Trump 2.0: “Beyond What I Even Expected” with Adam Kinzinger 58:46

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Trump’s first 100 days? Worse than former congressman and “proud RINO” Adam Kinzinger ever imagined. He joins Katie for a bracing conversation about authoritarian creep, advice on Democratic Party messaging, why the next few years could be rougher than anyone’s ready for–and why blind optimism is useless, but keeping hope alive can galvanize the Am…

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Mary Gauthier & Jaimee Harris on THE Three Shoes, Alchemy and Weeding out Baddies, ep. 308 57:54

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Mary Gauthier and Jaimee Harris talk to Lizzie and Cindy for Basic Folk on-board the Cayamo cruise in front of a live audience. We get down to business in addressing NICE things by asking Mary what kind of shoes she's wearing – as she has a reputation for enjoying the good stuff, especially on her feet. After that, we asked and Jaimee Harris enthus…

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Ayamé & Ieuan on BRITS Afterparty MAYA JAMA, Being Flown Out By BEYONCÉ & Meeting WILL FERRELL! 45:21

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This week, we’ve got an iconic duo in the studio, Ayamé & Ieuan are HERE and they are spilling all the tea! ☕🔥 Ayamé dishes on her wild girls night with Maya Jama after the BRITs (casual), Ieuan shares what went down when he met Will Ferrell and Reese Witherspoon on a brand trip (name drop alert 👀), and Ayamé reveals her unpopular opinion on hating…

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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E8: Guests: Lisa Gyamfi, Angela Wise, Jordan Baxter 31:03

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Today we speak with Lisa Gyamfi, Instructor, Henrico County- St. Mary’s Hospital School of Practical Nursing, Angela Wise, Class of ’25, Henrico County - St. Mary’s Hospital School of Practical Nursing, Jordan Baxter, Class of ’25, Henrico County - St. Mary’s Hospital School of Practical Nursing and the dire need to attract more young people to fil…

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Living Out Loud with THE Uptown Girl, Christie Brinkley 57:13

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In this heartfelt conversation, Katie sits down with the iconic Christie Brinkley or an intimate look at the moments that shaped her–from her bohemian days in Paris to the glitz of Studio 54, from the heights of modeling fame to unexpected heartbreak. With warmth, candor, and even a little singing, Christie opens up about a life lived in full techn…

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Project 2025 Is Real. And It’s Happening Now. 46:15

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Project 2025. Maybe you’ve heard whispers about it. Maybe you’ve rolled your eyes. But David A. Graham read the whole thing—and he sat down with Katie to break down why this isn’t just rhetoric – it’s a roadmap already in motion. From privatizing weather data to rewinding civil rights gains, this playbook for Trump 2.0 is more extreme—and more poss…

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Susan Werner on Defining Hard Work, Paid Vacations, and Relaxing as Indie Musician, ep. 307 46:29

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The dynamic songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Susan Werner talks to us onboard the Cayamo cruise, which she describes as a "paid vacation." Reflecting on her upbringing on a working farm, Susan discusses the hard work that shaped her, but also how she’s learning to embrace rest and relaxation. With humor and insight, she navigates the balance be…

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EXCLUSIVE: Tiffany Pollard REIGNITES Gemma Collins FEUD, Discovering NAKED ATTRACTION & Reacting To CELEB BIG BROTHER! 40:01

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The HBIC herself has entered the chat — Tiffany Pollard is HERE! 👑 In her first EVER UK podcast appearance (yes, you read that right!), we’re diving into all the iconic reality shows she’s graced us with and reacting to the one-liners that basically built TikTok’s sound library 💅🎤 But that’s not all... Tiffany spills on how she’s finding UK culture…

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Voices of Resilience: Women Leaders in the Rare Disease Community 40:32

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Today, approximately 10,000 rare diseases collectively affect as many as 400 million people around the world, and women leaders have long been at the forefront of bringing awareness to these diseases and driving change. Katie Couric moderates a panel that includes Tania Simoncelli of Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, whose “Rare as One” campaign gives to…

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Rahm Emanuel’s Plan to Save America (No Pressure) 1:12:00

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Rahm Emanuel has never been short on opinions—or jobs. He’s been a senior advisor to President Clinton, Chief of Staff to President Obama, a three-term Congressman, and Mayor of Chicago. Most recently, he served as the U.S. Ambassador to Japan. Now, he’s back stateside and full of ideas. From how to get the Democratic party back on track to protect…

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Jon Muq: Uganda, Cruise Ship Food and His Googly-Eyed Guitar, ep. 306 34:55

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Originally from the village of Mutungo, Uganda (near the country's capital of Kampala), Jon Muq's journey to his current life of touring with an Austin, Texas home-base has been unconventional. Onboard the Cayamo cruise earlier this year, we talked to Jon about his childhood experiences, including fetching water with friends and "We Are the World,"…

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Farmer Will & Jessie Talk KIDS, ARGUING On Their Podcast & Having NO MONEY! 46:46

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Love Island’s golden couple 💛 Farmer Will & Jessie are in the house! We’re getting all the goss on their dreamy renovation life 🛠️🏡, when Will’s thinking about popping out mini farmers with Jessie 👶🚜, and the bizarre toothbrush habit Jessie has that’s got us all questioning everything 😳🪥. 💅Joe Baggs: https://www.tiktok.com/@joebxggs?lang=en 🎧Listen…

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Henrico CTE Now: S7, E7: Guests: Skye Allen, Michael Higgins, and Charlie Mahaffey 28:34

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The construction trades are suffering from a huge shortage of skilled tradesmen in the U.S. Many companies are exploring how they can attract more young people, men, and women, to the construction trades to deal with the increasing workload in their industry. Learn about the varied career paths in the industry and why they are great careers to foll…

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Biden Team’s “Delusion and Denial” with Chris Whipple 53:42

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They couldn’t—or wouldn’t—tell Biden it was time to go. Journalist Chris Whipple reveals the human drama behind the political failure, captured in his must-read book Uncharted. Why did no one stop Joe Biden from running again? In this eye-opening interview, Chris and Katie pull back the curtain on the 2024 election, delving into the loyalty, fear, …