Best Gavin Alexander Podcasts (2025)

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Mac Head FWCF 15:30

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23h ago15:30

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In this episode of the Mullins Farrier Podcast, I sit down with veteran farrier Mac Head of Great Brickhill, Buckinghamshire. The conversation explores Mac’s journey from his father’s post-WWII blacksmith business to a long and varied career in farriery and horseshoe manufacturing. He shares insights into his time with the Worshipful Company of Far…

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Dr. Ortwin Lüers: Wu Ji Chuan, Tibetan Buddhism, & Psychotherapy 1:26:16

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On today’s episode I had the pleasure to speak with Dr Ortwin Lüers. Dr. Lüers is a psychotherapist and an expert in the internal martial art of Wu Ji Chuan. As a psychiatrist he specializes in treating post-traumatic stress disorder and chronic stress. In 1984, he began studying Buddhism with Tibetan meditation master Ven. Lama Chime Rinpoche and …

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John Harshbarger of Well-Shod 19:10

4d ago19:10

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In this FREE FULL LENGTH episode, John Harshbarger from Amarillo, Texas, talks about his journey in the farrier supply business - from his early days running a local feed store to building a national operation. He shares insights on customer service, adapting to regional needs, and growing through challenges like the pandemic. John also reflects on…

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Breaking Down Reparations and Restorative Justice With Isaac Bryan! Plus, Threatening the Voting Act and Stephen A.’s Crockett Comments. | Higher Learning | The Ringer 1:50:21

4d ago1:50:21

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Rachel and Van start the show by remembering the late legend D’Angelo and the issue concerning the health of black men in America. Then, they are joined by Isaac Bryan, member of the California State Assembly, to talk about assaults on reparations and restorative justice and his relationship with Governor Gavin Newsom. Later, they take a peek into …

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Comic Crusaders Podcast #591 – Dwight and Rebecca MacPherson 52:53

4d ago52:53

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EPIC INDIE PUBLISHING MERGER! Today Al Mega chats with Dwight & Rebecca MacPherson, the power couple behind Hocus Pocus Comics, about their major new publishing adventure—becoming an imprint of Comicker Press! We talk about their Poe-inspired success, Rebecca’s monster masterpiece THE BOX, and Dwight’s new role as Editor-in-Chief of a globally-mind…

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Republic and Empire: Andrew O’Shaughnessy on the global causes and consequences of the American Revolution 30:13

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At the outbreak of the American Revolution, the British Empire stretched across nearly every corner of the globe. From India to the Caribbean, from Africa to Gibraltar to the Canadian provinces, Britain’s reach was vast. In 1776, the thirteen colonies that chose to rebel represented only half of the empire’s provinces. The other half—places like Qu…

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Comic Crusaders Podcast #590 – Levin Skeen/Galaxy Memorial Park 39:28

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Join host Al Mega as he chops it up with writer/creator Levi Skeen, the mind behind Galaxy Memorial Park, a bold and emotional tribute to fallen superheroes from across the galaxy. Hear the story behind the story, the cosmic inspirations, and why this isn’t just a comic—it’s a monument. 👉 SUPPORT THE BOOK: https://www.fundmycomic.com/campaign/776/g…

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Exploring the Democratic Narrative With Governor Gavin Newsom! Plus, Ryan Grim Explains the Ceasefire. | Higher Learning | The Ringer 1:52:02

11d ago1:52:02

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Rachel and Van start the show by giving their reactions to the return of ‘Verzuz’ and their opinion of Cash Money versus No Limit Records. Then, they are joined by California Governor Gavin Newsom to talk about the current Democratic Party, Trump, and who could be in the running to lead the Democratic Party. Later, Ryan Grim stops by to talk about …

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Actor and Director Guillermo Diaz (Scandal, Weeds, Party Girl) 59:58

11d ago59:58

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In this episode of On the Rocks, we get deep and personal with actor and now director, Guillermo Diaz, as we chat about moments from his career, including Party Girl, Weeds, Scandal, Law & Order, and more. We also talk about his growing up queer and Cuban and his place in the evolution of gay representation in Hollywood. AND, we get a peek at his f…

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Comic Crusaders Podcast #589 – Christopher Priest Talks Red Sonja Reborn! 54:00

12d ago54:00

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Join Al Mega as he sits down with comic book royalty — the legendary Christopher Priest! As the first African-American writer and editor in mainstream comics, Priest has redefined characters like Black Panther, Deathstroke, and Quantum & Woody. Now, he’s bringing his signature depth and edge to Sonja: Reborn, his first-ever take on Red Sonja, for D…

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The Age of Hitler, and How We Shall Survive It 27:39

13d ago27:39

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In online debates, it’s almost inevitable that sooner or later someone invokes Hitler or the Nazis. That tendency, known as Godwin’s Law, has proven itself on social media thousands of times a day. But the persistence of this comparison points to something deeper than just the cheapening of argument. It reflects how much Hitler and the struggle aga…

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Talking Manhattan-Jacob Wood 22:55

14d ago22:55

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By Noah Rosenblatt & John Walkup of UrbanDigs

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Van Jones’s Very Bad Joke, Ayesha Curry’s Admission, and Diddy’s Sentencing 2:37:05

14d ago2:37:05

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By The Ringer

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Mark Humphrey AWCF ATF 13:43

15d ago13:43

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By Brian Mullins

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Comic Crusaders Podcast #588 – Chris O’Hara 55:19

15d ago55:19

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Join Al Mega as he chops it up with Christopher O’Hara, founder of BentBox Comics and creator of the all-ages, action-packed adventure comic Refuge! Dive deep into his journey from Artificial to launching a heart-pounding new story now on Kickstarter! Support the campaign ➡️ https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bentboxcomics/refuge-chapter-1-an-all…

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Navigating the Shutdown With Rep. Maxwell Frost! Plus, the WNBA's Bad Leadership, and Ray J Vs. the Kardashians. | Higher Learning | The Ringer 1:59:10

18d ago1:59:10

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Rachel and Van start the show by taking a moment to acknowledge the life of the late Assata Shakur before Rep. Maxwell Frost joins to talk about the government shutdown and the volatile housing market. After, they get into the drama surrounding the WNBA leadership comments, and Ray J getting sued by the Kardashians. Then, they end the show with a “…

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Comic Crusaders Podcast #587 – DREAMCRUSHER with Gavin Michael Booth 40:53

18d ago40:53

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Today on the Comic Crusaders Podcast, Al Mega chats with visionary filmmaker Gavin Michael Booth, the genius behind Last Call, The Scarehouse, and the NEW groundbreaking interactive series DREAMCRUSHER! We’re diving into his journey from music videos to horror to high-tech TV storytelling that puts YOU in the driver’s seat of a murder mystery! Are …

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1942: Peter Fritzsche on the year when war engulfed the world 27:40

20d ago27:40

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In this episode of Historically Thinking, host Al Zambone speaks with historian Peter Fritzsche about his book "1942: When World War II Engulfed the Globe." The conversation explores how 1942 marked the transformation of regional conflicts into a truly global war, examining the unprecedented scale and movement of the conflict, the suffering and dis…

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TRAILER: Extra Bad Gays September 2025 13:20

21d ago13:20

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This month on our subscriber-only show, we discuss the supposed A-Gays of Trump's Washington. Will the people working for the Leopards Eating People's Faces Party get their faces eaten, or is their work paradoxically evidence that LGBT liberalism, now in its flop era, actually did deliver something on its own terrible terms? Then, we take on a Gagg…

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Karen Attiah on The Washington Post Firing, Plus Bad Bunny at the Super Bowl 2:06:56

21d ago2:06:56

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Van and Rachel welcome former Washington Post opinion columnist Karen Attiah to discuss her firing from The Post after she made critical remarks about gun culture and violence in the U.S. in the wake of Charlie Kirk's killing. (0:00) Intro (9:30) Release of redacted Epstein files (21:29) A review of ‘107 Days’ by Kamala Harris (48:50) Bad Bunny per…

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Comic Crusaders Podcast #586 – Conor McCreery 1:02:43

22d ago1:02:43

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Join host Al Mega as he sits down with former journalist turned comics dynamo, Conor McCreery! They dive deep into his journey from newsrooms to comic book pages, working with giants like DC, IDW, and Boom Studios. PLUS, get the inside scoop on The Last Witch: Volume 2 – Blood and Betrayal from Boom! Box and the electrifying OGN Fela: Music is the …

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Talking ‘Him,’ Biracial Identity, and Athleticism With Tyriq Withers! Plus, the Back-and-Forth With Stephen A. and Jimmy Kimmel’s Return. | Higher Learning | The Ringer 1:57:28

25d ago1:57:28

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Rachel and Van start the show off by talking about Stephen A. Smith’s response to our comments last show before getting into the removal of ‘Fearless Debaters’ from TSU’s campus and Jimmy Kimmel’s successful return. Then, Tyriq Withers joins the show to talk about his new movie, ‘Him’; the different reactions to the film; the realism of the athleti…

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Comic Crusaders Podcast #585 – Chris Fisk | Infinitale Chronicles 1:01:13

25d ago1:01:13

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Join Al Mega as he interviews indie comic creator Chris Fisk, the mastermind behind Infinitale: Chronicles – The War of the Trees #2! Learn how Chris built a rich fantasy world full of ancient races, epic battles, and deep lore. We talk crowdfunding, character creation, world-building, and what’s coming next in this explosive saga. Support the proj…

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Fuji: Andrew Bernstein on the human history of the ever-changing mountain 28:36

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Mount Fuji is at once instantly familiar and seemingly immutable, yet it always remains strange and changeable. Its postcard-perfect peak is known around the world as a wonder of nature and a symbol of Japan. But behind that outline lies a far more complicated history. Over the centuries, Fuji’s eruptions devastated farmland and terrified villagers…

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The Lionizing of Charlie Kirk With Ryan Grim, Plus Malik B on Viral Comedy 3:05:33

28d ago3:05:33

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Van and Rachel welcome ‘Counter Points’ cohost Ryan Grim to discuss his and other platforms’ coverage of Charlie Kirk in the days since his death, before comedian Malik B joins to talk how he literally fought for a role in ‘Creed,’ and his new Hulu special, ‘LOL Live With Malik B.’ (00:00) Intro (10:21) Having uncomfortable conversations (33:27) Ry…

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Comic Crusaders Podcast #584 – Nick Arganbright 59:36

28d ago59:36

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Join Al Mega as he gets cosmic with creator Nick Arganbright, the voice behind GBG Podcast and Opposing Rolls! We’re diving into Excavator #1-3, an all-out sci-fi fantasy thrill ride now crushing it on Kickstarter! From character-driven storytelling to cinematic battles and creative revelations, this episode will have you laughing, learning, and pl…

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Jay Tovey and Gavin Golby 10:39

29d ago10:39

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In this episode, Jay Tovey FWCF and Gavin Golby AWCF share their journeys in farriery, from their early days in the trade to becoming tutors and mentors. They talk about the challenges they faced, the importance of competition and continuous learning, and how education has shaped their careers. They also discuss Farriery Tuition, a supplementary ed…

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Gavin Kilty: Tibetan Buddhist Translator 1:11:10

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Gavin Kilty has been a full-time translator for the Institute of Tibetan Classics since 2001. Before that he lived in Dharamsala, India, for fourteen years, where he spent eight years training in the traditional Geluk monastic curriculum through the medium of class and debate at the Institute of Buddhist Dialectics. He has also taught Tibetan langu…

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Pro Wrestler and Entertainment Personality Taya Valkyrie with Musician/Producer BleachX (Jeremy Thurber) 1:16:46

1M ago1:16:46

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On this episode of On the Rocks, get ready to rumble with pro wrestler and entertainment personality Taya Valkyrie as we chat about her getting into the biz, overcoming life’s challenges, her role as an ally, and her shift into music. We also welcome musician and producer Jeremy Thurber aka BleachX, and chat about celebrity collaborations and the f…

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Memphis Bleek and Van Lathan (Not Jones), Plus Jimmy Kimmel’s Suspension 2:21:52

1M ago2:21:52

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Van addresses Memphis Bleek calling him out on Club Shay Shay, before he and Rachel react to 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' being taken off the air and the media’s coverage of Charlie Kirk following his death. (00:00) Intro (00:12) A Memphis Bleek/Van Lathan explainer (25:02) Kushner, Trump and the Carters (49:29) Jimmy Kimmel Suspended (1:22:52) The sanitiz…

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Comic Crusaders Podcast #583 - Shawn McBee & MJ Jankowski 56:57

1M ago56:57

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Unveiling Westron – A Deep Dive into Modern Mythmaking with Shawn McBee & MJ Jankowski In this episode, Al Mega sits down with the creative minds behind WESTRON, the chilling new comic book blending Slavic mythology with urban dread. Co-creators Shawn McBee (DC’s Stargirl, Table Reads podcast) and MJ Jankowski (Polish folklore fanatic, storyteller …

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Pricing, Renovations, and Buyer Psychology with Tania Friedland and Allison Chiaramonte | UrbanDigs 27:37

1M ago27:37

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Pricing, Renovations, and Buyer Psychology with Tania Friedland and Allison Chiaramonte | UrbanDigsToday, Noah and John sit down with Tania Friedland and Allison Chiaramonte from the ATelier Team at Compass, who are ranked among the top 1% of agents nationwide, to get their take on the ever-shifting NYC real estate landscape. With over $1.5 billion…

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Cold War Analogies: Francis J. Gavin on how (and how not) to use the Cold War as a guide 30:47

1M ago30:47

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We reach for the Cold War as if it were a really good pocket tool: compact, familiar, ready to deal with any problem in today’s world. U.S.–China rivalry? “Cold War 2.0.” Russia and the West? “Cold War redux.” The appeal is obvious: the Cold War offers a story we already know how to tell—great-power tension, nuclear standoff, ideological blocs, and…

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Dr. Sarah Cohen Re-Release 9:29

1M ago9:29

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It’s a way back play back! We’re re-releasing this episode with Dr. Sarah Cohen of Equity Performance Equine, based in Wellington FL, in anticipation of the NAEP’s Saratoga Conference coming up next week. In this episode Dr. Sarah and I discuss her path to becoming a Vet, her concierge style practice in Wellington Florida, the NAEP and why she beca…

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Empathy, Sympathy, and Charlie Kirk. Plus, Erika Alexander and the Legacy of ‘Living Single.’ 2:07:51

1M ago2:07:51

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Van and Rachel start by discussing the legal and cultural fallout from the killing of Charlie Kirk. Then they welcome actress Erika Alexander to talk about Apple TV+’s ‘Invasion’ and look back on her role as Maxine in ‘Living Single.’ (0:00) Intro (1:02) Fallout from Charlie Kirk’s shooting (36:46) Brian Kilmeade on homeless: “Just kill ‘em” (54:05…

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Comic Crusaders Podcast #582 – Gabe Cheng 40:46

1M ago40:46

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Join Al Mega as he interviews indie comics dynamo Gabe Cheng! Gabe is here to talk about his hilarious new Kickstarter comic, THIS SEEMS NORMAL #1, where impulsive siblings take family drama to a whole new level with a robot dad double! We’re diving deep into comedic influences, creative teamwork, and the wild ride of indie comics. Back the campaig…

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Comic Crusaders Podcast #581 – Rick D Molchan 40:10

1M ago40:10

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Join Al Mega as he chops it up with comic industry vet Rick D Molchan! From his early days at Dark Visions Publishing to the launch of Paradox: Reckonings on Kickstarter, Rick shares his journey, challenges, and the secrets behind his passion for indie comics. Dive into the world of Paradox: Reckonings and see why Rick’s been a force in comics for …

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Kamala’s Disappointment and the Killing of Charlie Kirk. Plus, Melvin Gregg Talks ‘The Paper’! | Higher Learning | The Ringer 2:16:37

1M ago2:16:37

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Rachel and Van start the show off by talking about the death of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk, the many reactions to it, and what may come from his killing. Then, they react to an excerpt from Kamala Harris’s upcoming book mentioning Joe Biden’s “reckless” decision to run again in the last election. Later, actor, model, and comedian Melvin G…

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Prague: The Heart of Europe 38:04

1M ago38:04

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Introduction Each year millions of tourists visit the Czech capital, awed by its blend of architectural styles and dramatic landscape. St. Vitus’s Gothic cathedral towers above the Charles Bridge and the Vltava River, while winding alleys lead to elegant squares lined with Renaissance palaces, Baroque statues, and modern glass structures. Yet this …