Best Damien And Stephen Podcasts (2025)

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Stephen Rowe on Different Matters, liberterianism, AI in politics and AI in Porn 1:05:23

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Stephen Rowe is full-stack digital strategist by profession, innovator by passion, and a storyteller at heart. With over a decade of experience under his belt, he has mastered the art of bridging and blending cutting-edge technology with human connection. After graduating in 2015, he left Montana to join Charlie Kirk’s newly founded organization, T…

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State of the Internet with Daniel Bader 55:04

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Welcome to The Sideload episode 15, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will welcomes Daniel Bader back to the podcast to discuss his new role at 9to5Google, the state of the internet and media at large, how tricky reviewing new gadgets can be, and much more. Subscribe YouTube Podcasts Pocket Casts Spotify Apple Podcasts https://youtu.be/1TPaHCI5_jI T…

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The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.48.3 featuring Rob, Flabbergasted, & Stephen Harder 21:29

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Former porn star Jenna Jameson finds Jesus, citing her religious lesbian girlfriend, providing the church with a high-profile win they desperately need. We dissect the hypocrisy of evangelical Christianity embracing her celebrity while conveniently ignoring her sexual orientation and adult film past. Her public shift contrasts her "old sinful ways"…

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The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.48.2 featuring Rob, Flabbergasted, & Stephen Harder 22:31

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Nicki Minaj took her celebrity platform to the UN to cry persecution over Nigerian Christian killings, conveniently ignoring that Muslims and non-Christians are also victims of the ongoing violence there. We dissect this self-aggrandizing move, questioning the motivation behind using "God-given" influence to prioritize Christian suffering for socia…

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David Cohen on Different Matters, Jacinda and The Untold Stories 1:14:52

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David Cohen is a Wellington writer and the author of eight books. In 2025 he released his political biography, Jacinda: The Untold Stories, co-authored by Rebecca Keillor, in November 2025. After Jacinda turned down Cohen's request to interview her for the book, he decided to create a platform for the voices that haven't been heard. Drawing on more…

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The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.48.1 featuring Rob, Flabbergasted, & Stephen Harder 22:03

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Pew Research and Gallup surveys confirm the decline of organized religion in the US, with "nuns" (the religiously unaffiliated) nearing one-third of the population. We dissect this massive demographic shift, comparing the dangers posed by deeply devoted believers versus passively religious people. We question if a non-serious Christian is truly har…

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The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.47.3 featuring Eli, Common Sense Cult, Trust But Verify 17:40

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The Barna Group reveals that Gen Z women are struggling deeply with their faith, citing isolation, anxiety, and a distrust of religious institutions. We examine why organized religion is failing young women and driving them towards secular communities and skepticism. This demographic shift underscores the critical role of intersectional issues igno…

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The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.47.2 featuring Eli, Common Sense Cult, Trust But Verify 19:56

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Chiefs owner Clark Hunt integrates his Christian faith into the team culture, leading quarterback Patrick Mahomes to become increasingly vocal about his belief. We question if Mahomes’ public piety is genuine or a savvy form of career compliance, especially given the financial insecurity of non-guaranteed NFL contracts. This coercive atmosphere, pr…

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The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.47.1 featuring Eli, Common Sense Cult, Trust But Verify 16:31

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The Vatican, desperate to stay relevant amidst widespread secularism, held a "surprising assembly" with prominent Hollywood figures. We dissect this obvious propaganda push and coercion tactic designed to influence content and coerce creative professionals into supporting faith-driven messaging. This bizarre meeting reveals the hypocrisy of religio…

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Stuck On You Like Qi2 with Ara Wagoner 59:11

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Welcome to The Sideload episode 14, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will welcomes Ara Wagoner, his former co-host on The Android Police Podcast, to the show to talk all things accessories. Ara has a wide-ranging knowledge of cases, magnetic add-ons, and so much more, and over the course of a whirlwind hour, both hosts manage to squeeze in thoughts…

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The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.46.3 featuring Jimmy Jr., Flabbergasted, and Sofia Spina 28:20

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A mother in need turned to local churches for baby formula assistance after SNAP benefits lapsed, only to be rejected by dozens of wealthy congregations who cited her 'woke' identity markers (lesbian, veteran) as cause for smear campaigns instead of offering help. We expose the devastating hypocrisy of tax-exempt organizations who would rather let …

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The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.46.2 featuring Jimmy Jr., Flabbergasted, and Sofia Spina 25:02

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Actor Miles Heizer details his difficult, yet "classic," gay coming out story, drawing parallels with his new show about a queer service member. We examine the painful legacy of conservative Christian upbringings and the societal expectation for queer individuals to share traumatic narratives. Despite increased acceptance, the conversation highligh…

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The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.46.1 featuring Jimmy Jr., Flabbergasted, and Sofia Spina 23:48

20d ago23:48

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The U.S. Army cut funding for Catholic chaplain extracurriculars (like music class!) due to double-dipping and fiscal redundancy, sparking outrage that the world’s wealthiest religious organization is being treated "like everybody else". We dissect this glaring waste of taxpayer money and question the constitutionality of the entire Chaplain Corps …

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A Treasure Trove of Tech Failures with Stephen Schenck 1:03:03

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Welcome to The Sideload episode 13, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will welcomes Android Authority's News Editor Stephen Schenck to the show to discuss some of their collective favorite tech failures of all time. From relitigating whether Stadia could've been a success to fawning over the sheer simplicity of the Chromecast Audio, it's a walk thro…

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The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.45.3 featuring Damien H., Trust but Verify, and Eli Slack 22:40

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Former Intel CEO Patrick Gelsinger has secured $110 million to develop "Christian AI" through his company, GLUE, hoping to accelerate the second coming of Christ with server farms instead of faith. The panel dissects this brazen attempt to hardwire theology into technology, arguing that this is merely lobbying with excessive tech money and a danger…

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The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.45.2 featuring Damien H., Trust but Verify, and Eli Slack 21:36

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Joe Rogan weighs in on the church, claiming people attend only to "better their lives." The panel dissects this rosy, misguided view, contrasting church community (which often manipulates vulnerable people) with true secular support. We challenge the notion that Jesus offered a "perfect way to live" and dive into the philosophical debate over wheth…

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The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.45.1 featuring Damien H., Trust but Verify, and Eli Slack 19:55

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A Massachusetts mayor decided to spend $850,000 in taxpayer funds to put up Catholic saint statues outside city buildings, claiming they are "secular demigods" invoked globally by first responders. This blatant blurring of church and state lines is drawing fire from citizens who recognize that religious icons, especially those specific to Catholici…

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Gemini's Your Roommate Now with Ben Schoon 55:57

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Welcome to The Sideload episode 12, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will welcomes Ben Schoon back to the show to discuss his experience using Gemini for Home, Google's AI-optimized suite of tools now available in early access. It's a surprisingly positive experience in Ben's eyes, but does that just make its letdowns sting that much more? Plus, Be…

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The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.44.3 featuring Scott Dickie, Flabbergasted, and Jonathan Roudabush 22:33

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We dissect the "historic" joint prayer between King Charles III (Defender of the Faith) and Pope Leo, questioning if this reunion between the Anglican and Catholic churches is genuine progress or pure PR. This high-level, symbolic unity is exposed as political maneuvering and a calculated business decision by institutions desperately trying to shor…

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The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.44.2 featuring Scott Dickie, Flabbergasted, and Jonathan Roudabush 24:18

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China, the world's most populous secular state, arrests Christians from an unsanctioned house church, illustrating blatant religious persecution disguised as political control. We dissect how the CCP justifies suppressing "harmful" ideologies—like Christianity's patriarchal views on women and property—to maintain political power and internal harmon…

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Helen Joyce on Different Matters, the trans movement and why it is uniquely poisonous 56:12

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Helen Janeith Joyce is an Irish journalist and gender critical activist. She studied as a mathematician and worked in academia before becoming a journalist. Joyce began working for The Economist as education correspondent for its Britain section in 2005 and has since held several senior positions, including finance editor and international editor. …

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Bariz Shah on Different Matters, Beyond Hope, and Islam 1:45:46

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Bariz Shah, originally from Afghanistan, grew up in New Zealand in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks, grappling with a sense of identity shaped by the tension between his cultural roots and his new environment. At age 18, Bariz ended up in an Auckland prison. He spiralled from schoolyard fights into crime and drugs - until prison made him rethink t…

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The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.44.1 featuring Scott Dickie, Flabbergasted, and Jonathan Roudabush 12:17

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We dive into the absurdity of religious outrage when a college football player dared to warm up during a pregame prayer at a rival's stadium. This bizarre controversy highlights the insecurity of fundamentalist groups that demand forced reverence from outsiders, revealing classic in-group/out-group boundary defense and intense religious virtue sign…

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(Virtual) Reality Bites with Nick Sutrich 1:13:07

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Welcome to The Sideload episode 11, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will is joined by Nick Sutrich, Senior Content Producer at Android Central, to discuss everything VR, AR, and whatever lies in between. This isn't just a conversation surrounding the launch of Galaxy XR and the Android XR platform — together, Nick and Will walk through the entire …

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Halloween Fun with Jennifer Lee | Stephen King’s ‘SALEM’S LOT 1:09:18

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We wrap up our annual Halloween podcasts with Jennifer Lee and King’s second book . . . and pledge to do a follow up on the film adaptations in December.By Michael Henry Harris

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The Highs and Lows of 2025 Smartphones with Steve Radochia 1:08:20

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Welcome to The Sideload episode 10, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will is joined by Steve Radochia, mobile author at Android Police and the creator behind his YouTube channel, StevealiciousTech. Together, Steve and Will break down the trends that defined 2025's smartphones, from ultra-thin hardware to the state of foldables and, of course, the b…

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Halloween Fun with Matt and Stan | Damien: Omen 2 1:41:11

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Next week: ‘SALEM’S LOT by Stephen King with Jennifer Lee.By Michael Henry Harris

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Dr James Kierstead on Different Matters, Grade Inflation and its links 1:01:17

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Dr James Kierstead is a Research Fellow at The New Zealand Initiative focusing on higher education policy, including academic freedom. James holds a BA in Classics from Oxford, an MA in Ancient History from the University of London, an MA in Political Science from Stanford and a PhD in Classics from Stanford. He is also the co-host, along with Mich…

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The Smart Home Gadgets You Don't Think About with Chris Wedel 1:21:20

2M ago1:21:20

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Welcome to The Sideload episode 9, a 9to5Google podcast. This week, Will is joined by Chris Wedel, the creator behind the YouTube channel Gadgets & Gravel and a writer at sites like CNET, Android Central, and XDA. Chris has dived deep into the type of smart home gadgets you might not think about all too often — robot lawn mowers, wall-illuminating …

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The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.41.3 featuring Jimmy Jr., Jonathan Roudabush, and Eli Slack 23:53

2M ago23:53

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A deadly attack struck the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue on Yom Kippur, leaving two dead and the Jewish community in terror. This act of religious violence, perpetrated by a planned cell of terrorists, highlights the failure of faith to protect its adherents, forcing them to rely on armed security rather than divine intervention. Hosts …

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Halloween Fun with Matt and Stan | SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES 1:27:53

2M ago1:27:53

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Tons of spoilers and laughter ahead. Next week: THE OMEN II.By Michael Henry Harris

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The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.41.2 featuring Jimmy Jr., Jonathan Roudabush, and Eli Slack 23:49

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Finding local atheist community is nerve-wracking for new non-believers who fear rejection and marginalization from friends, family, and society. The pervasive "Christonormativity" or "Theo-normativity" makes atheists feel inherently "weird" for simply existing, which fuels widespread fear despite modern communication tools. Straight white men are …

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The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.41.1 featuring Jimmy Jr., Jonathan Roudabush, and Eli Slack 23:34

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A musician was sentenced to death for blasphemy under Sharia law in Nigeria, highlighting the tension between brutal religious courts and the nation's protective secular constitution. The Supreme Court intervened, recognizing that rapid sentencing by the local Sharia court often seeks to bypass constitutional protections before citizens can exercis…