Best Dan Epps Podcasts (2025)

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AI, Digital Justice, and Creating a Fair and Just World with Avriel Epps 1:15:15

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8d ago1:15:15

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Dr. Dan interviews Dr. Avriel Epps, a dynamic scholar, author, and strategist whose work sits at the crossroads of transformative justice and artificial intelligence. With a PhD in Human Development and a masters in Data Science from Harvard University, Dr. Epps brings a fresh and critical perspective to conversations about technology, equity, and …

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Building More Inclusive Communities Through Collaborative Art with Patty Mitchell 1:12:37

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In our new episode, Dr. Dan sits down with artist, social entrepreneur, and joy-spreader Patty Mitchell—founder of Passion Works Studio and Creative Director at Creative Abundance Consulting–to discuss how radical inclusion and acceptance of all differences and abilities in the artmaking process is redefining community worldwide. Patty explains to …

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Jonathan B. Crossland, Author of The Software Developer's Handbook: Volume 1 46:32

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In this Leanpub Podcast episode, Len Epp interviews Jonathan B. Crossland, author of The Software Developer’s Handbook: Volume 1. Jonathan shares his unconventional path from performing arts into software development, and the inspiration behind his values-based engineering framework, Ammerse.They dive into how personal values, like creativity and a…

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Delete This. Call Me. 1:19:04

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With apologies for Dan's horrendous audio quality: we catch up on the latest emergency-docket happenings and debate whether Trump v. Wilcox is a big deal or small potatoes. We also catch up on listener feedback and, for the first time in a long time, play a couple of messages received on our voicemail line (314-649-3790 for anyone else who wants to…

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Alex Telford, Author of Practical Python for Production Under Pressure 40:50

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In this episode of the Leanpub Podcast, Len Epp interviews Alex Telford, Senior Pipeline and Software Engineer and author of Practical Python for Production Under Pressure. Alex shares insights from his career in VFX and animation, where developers must build and fix tools quickly while productions are running full tilt. They discuss the origins of…

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438: Jan Jekielek—The Terrible Truth About China 1:29:21

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Jan Jekielek is a senior editor with The Epoch Times and host of “American Thought Leaders.” He has extensively covered the issue of forced organ harvesting in China, particularly concerning Falun Gong practitioners. It is estimated that 60,000 to 100,000 organs annually have been involuntarily extracted from political prisoners in China. Jan’s inv…

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Gorsuch Genie 1:06:54

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We're joined by NYU law professor Rachel Barkow to talk about her new book Justice Abandoned: How the Supreme Court Ignored the Constitution and Enabled Mass Incarceration. Listen to learn about five (or six) Supreme Court cases that arguably ignored the original meaning of the Constitution to enable our current policing and punishment practices. A…

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Climbing the Walls: The Rise of ADHD in Women with Danielle Elliot 1:19:25

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On today’s episode, Dr. Dan interviews Danielle Elliot – a health and science journalist, documentarian, and host of Climbing the Walls, a new limited-series investigative podcast about ADHD in women. Danielle was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 36. On this critical episode, Dr. Dan and Danielle discuss the rising tide of ADHD diagnoses in women,…

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Ivan Krnic, Author of BizTech Evolution: From Transactional Services to Strategic Alliances 52:05

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In this Leanpub Podcast episode, Len Epp interviews Ivan Krnić, author of BizTech Evolution: From Transactional Services to Strategic Alliances and Director of Engineering at CROZ. Ivan shares his insights on the changing relationship between business and technology teams, advocating for a shift from traditional siloed interactions to strategic par…

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Friends with Oprah Winfrey 49:01

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We're back with another unexpectedly short and timely episode, focusing on last Friday's emergency docket decision in AARP v. Trump. We also spend a few minutes on a few other orders: the administration's partial victory in Noem v. National TPS Alliance and a puzzling mass recusal.By Will Baude & Dan Epps

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437: Neal McDonough—Clear the Mechanism 1:30:50

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437: Neal McDonough—Clear the Mechanism The perennial character actor villain turned leading man drops by to talk about the first film where he finally gets to kiss the girl at the end, The Last Rodeo—and that girl is played by his wife, Ruvé. Coincidence? Not a chance. That’s the only way Neal would do it. Neal also discusses how he secured a retu…

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A Trees Guy in a Forest Court 1:00:54

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We reflect on the death of Justice Souter and sort out some loose ends from the last episode. We then dig into the Court's only opinion from Thursday, Barnes v. Felix, which we previewed with friend of the show Orin Kerr back in February at Stanford. Along the way we make a short detour into generative AI and its potential for SCOTUS research. Most…

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Ordinary Magic Unleashes Extraordinary Change with Dr. Greg Walton 1:08:48

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Dr. Dan and Dr. Greg Walton discuss Greg’s new book Ordinary Magic: The Science of How We Can Achieve Big Change with Small Acts. On today’s episode, Dr. Walton explains his vision of what is possible for our relationships, communities, institutions, and the world. The interview reveals that even when we feel trapped, we have vast opportunities for…

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436: Garry Ridge—Any Dumbass Can Do It 1:08:09

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Once named one of Inc. magazine’s 10 most admired CEOs, Garry led WD-40 for 25 years. At that time, his leadership and positive corporate culture grew WD-40 into one of the world's most recognized and well-loved brands. In this episode, Garry discusses how he achieved this and why he detailed it in his book, Any Dumbass Can Do It. Many thanks to ou…

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Isaak Tsalicoglou, Author of Phoenix Product Codex 51:55

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In this episode of the Leanpub Podcast, Len Epp, co-founder of Leanpub, interviews Isaak Tsalicoglou, author of Phoenix Product Codex. Isaak shares the story behind his book, which grew out of real-world problems faced in his family’s business. He explains how he built a REST API for managing product data using Elixir and the Phoenix web framework,…

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Using Data to Make the World Better with Andrea Jones-Rooy 1:14:10

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Dr. Dan interviews Andrea Jones-Rooy – data scientist, educator, podcast host, comedian, and circus performer – about how data informs our journeys to being our best selves. Based on her life of weaving in between the worlds of science and art, Andrea believes that it’s at the intersection of science and art that we can make the biggest, most life-…

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435: Josh Smith & Bayard Winthrop—Shut Up and Make It! 1:32:44

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Amid the tariff wars, Mike sits down with two men whose businesses are NOT affected by foreign supply chains. Josh is a master bladesmith and founder of the Montana Knife Company, and Bayard is founder and CEO of American Giant. Both men are uniquely positioned to discuss the benefits and pitfalls of making products entirely in the United States. B…

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Preserving and Celebrating Pop Culture in a Changing World with Michele Y. Smith 1:05:36

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Dr. Dan interviews Michele Y. Smith, the passionate CEO of Seattle’s Museum of Pop Culture (MOPOP). Michele’s inspiring journey and people-centered leadership style drive her work at MOPOP and reflect her deep commitment to community-building, empathy, and mentorship. On today’s episode, Michele shares the personal and professional experiences that…

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434: Sarah Yourgrau—People You Should Know 1:30:51

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You may know Sarah as the on-camera producer from Facebook’s Returning the Favor with Mike Rowe. She is also a two-time Emmy-winning storyteller, social anthropologist, founder and CEO of Common Ground Studios, and the absolute cheeriest person you’ll ever meet! Sarah talks with Mike about their new show, People You Should Know, which will premiere…

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Moot, Wrong, and Irrelevant 1:09:33

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The shadow docket strikes once again! We break down the Court's unusual immigration ruling in AARP v. Trump (no, not that AARP!), and then briefly discuss the much-heralded ERISA case (Cunningham v. Cornell). But first we discuss some blog news, some SCOTUS news, and some SCOTUSblog news.By Will Baude & Dan Epps

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Holding Space for Good with Bonnie Jean Feldkamp 1:04:03

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Dr. Dan interviews award-winning syndicated columnist, TEDx speaker, and author Bonnie Jean Feldkamp about her popular Creators column “Holding Space For Good” and how her journalism shows us how to find the good in our communities and ourselves. On this deeply personal episode, Dr. Dan and Bonnie discuss her decision to leave a prestigious editori…

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433: Coffee with Mom—That Toy Really Sucks 1:07:44

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Peggy Rowe, a.k.a. Mike’s three-time NYT bestselling mom, is back for a check-in. In this episode you’ll hear about the horrors of hoarding, books you’ll never read, dancin’ chicken, crab pickin’, and a Mother’s Day story about a toy that really sucks! Big thanks to our terrific sponsors AuraFrames.com/Mike Use code: Mike to get $35 off their best-…

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432: Gene Simmons—The Sun Never Sets on Planet Cool 1:15:54

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The multilingual, bass-thumping, capitalist dives into what made him fall in love with America, his unforgettable first job involving prosthetic testes, and the etymology of the word a**hole. It’s a free-wheeling discussion from Moses to Superman and everything in between. Shout out to our great sponsors ZipRecruiter.com/Rowe to try ZipIntro for FR…

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The Power of the Enneagram for Personal Transformation with Hayden Lee 1:14:06

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In this transformative episode, Dr. Dan sits down with Hayden Lee, a Master Certified Coach who holds the pinnacle of credentials in the coaching industry, to delve deep into the life-changing power of the Enneagram. This conversation is nothing short of mind-opening and mind-altering. The Enneagram, an ancient personality system rooted in spiritua…

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Vaxxed and Relaxed 56:14

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We have another short administrative law episode, analyzing the Supreme Court's decision about e-cigarettes in FDA v. Wages and White Lion. But first we field some listener pushback about facial challenges in administrative law, and discuss the shadow docket ruling, and ensuing fallout, in Noem v. Abrego Garcia.…

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In Whack ASAP 59:01

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Thanks to the Harvard Law Review, we recorded a live episode in the famed Austin Hall at Harvard Law School. While we hoped to discuss merits cases, the Court gave us far too much shadow docket activity to break down.By Will Baude & Dan Epps

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Maybe: How One Word Can Change Everything In Your Life with Allison Carmen 1:10:10

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Dr. Dan speaks to Allison Carmen, a Maria Shriver "Architect of Change," Uncertainty Expert, and creator of The Maybe Mindset — a concept that is in Oprah’s New Dictionary of Enlightenment. Allison teaches us how embracing uncertainty can be our greatest ally. By living in Maybe, we open ourselves up to a world of possibilities. This powerful minds…

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431: David Bahnsen—Poor Smart and Desperate 1:16:52

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David Bahnsen is the founder, managing partner, and chief investment officer of The Bahnsen Group, which manages over seven billion dollars in assets. He’s also a podcaster, author, and Christian intellectual. His book, Full Time: Work and the Meaning of Life, is simpatico with Mike’s S.W.E.A.T. pledge. Big thanks to our awesome sponsors American-G…

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You are the Boss of You with Shauna Brittenham Reiter 1:08:58

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In this powerful episode, Dr. Dan sits down with Shauna Brittenham Reiter, author of You Are the Boss of You: Cultivate the Mindset and Tools to Live Life on Your Own Terms and founder of Alaya Naturals, a holistic health wellness company. Shauna's journey is inspiring. Diagnosed with Crohn’s disease as a teenager, congenital neutropenia in her twe…

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Nicolas Brown, Author of Real World Agility 1:02:20

2M ago1:02:20

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In this Leanpub Podcast episode, Len Epp interviews Nicolas Brown, author of Real World Agility: Backed by evidence, built for results.Nicolas shares his unique path from the Royal Mail to working in e-commerce, financial services, and eventually as a sought-after agility and product consultant. He explains his evidence-based approach to agile coac…

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Sufficiently IKEA-like 48:17

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We are back with an unexpectedly concise episode focused on last week's "ghost guns" decision, Bondi v. Vanderstok. But first we talk about the calls to reconsider the Court's Confrontation Clause doctrine and also return to the number of votes needed to call for the views of the Solicitor General (CVSG).…

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Kindness and The Journey to Freedom with Leon Logothetis 1:05:57

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Dr. Dan speaks to “The Kindness Guy” Leon Logothetis, best-selling author, motivational speaker, global adventurer, TV personality, and host of the new documentary The Kindness Within: A Journey to Freedom (the sequel to The Kindness Diaries). Leon believes that kindness can change everything – and so will listeners after hearing today’s Make It a …

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Isaak Tsalicoglou, Author of Northwind Elixir Traders 54:15

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In this Leanpub podcast episode, co-founder Len Epp interviews Isaak Tsalicoglou, author of Northwind Elixir Traders: Learn Elixir and database modeling with Ecto and SQLite, all in one project. They discuss Isaak’s professional background in digital transformation, how a conversation with a friend sparked his obsession with functional programming,…

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430: Enrico Colantoni—The Balls on this Guy! 1:34:36

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Award-winning actor and old friend Rico drops by for a hysterical, if not irreverent, hang with Mike and Chuck, friends he’s had for 40+ years. There is laughter; there are tears, and there is laughter that turns into tears. Warning: Don’t listen while drinking coffee in front of a computer. Tip o’ the hat to our excellent sponsors ZipRecruiter.com…

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Following Your Bliss: Murderinos, Dinosaurs, and Okapis with Steven Ray Morris 1:16:41

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Dr. Dan interviews podcast legend STEVEN RAY MORRIS, the “Steven” millions of fans of the My Favorite Murder podcast yell loudly to when they see him IRL. Steven Ray Morris is a podcast producer, host, and audio engineer/editor. Steven shares his personal story and journey - from growing up in an over-achieving family to discovering dinosaurs, murd…

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429: Gary Sinise—The Importance of Showing Up 1:21:10

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The multi-award-winning actor, chronic philanthropist, and all-around outstanding human drops by to talk about his son, Mac Sinise, who sadly passed away January 5, 2024. Gary shares Mac’s story and the musical compositions he left behind, all of which can be found on Resurrection & Revival parts 1 and 2, which are available on vinyl here. The thre…

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Stunned But Respectful 1:06:00

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We announce the new Divided Argument blog! After discussing the blog and some listener feedback, we break down two recent 5-4 decisions -- the shadow docket fight over USAID funding in Department of State v. Aids Vaccine Advocacy Coalition and the Section 1983 exhaustion decision in Williams v. Reed (or should we say Rev. Stat. 1979?).…

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Divorce, Death, Addiction, and Blended Families, with Brittani Ard host of You Probably Think This Story's About You podcast 1:09:28

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Dr. Dan speaks to podcast phenomenon Brittani Ard, host of You Probably Think This Story's About You on this powerful episode. Raw, haunting, and achingly human, Brittani’s podcast isn’t your typical true crime story - it is her riveting story about relationships, life, love, family, survival, deception, secrets, pain, and ultimately overcoming cha…