Best iHeartRadio & HowStuffWorks Podcasts (2025)

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Strange News: Raccoon Evolution! A Grand Theft Joyride, the Guys Predict Nvidia, Cheese gets Cast, and Much More 1:11:21

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Recent studies argue city raccoons are evolving along with humans. A guy steals a city bus and honestly does a pretty good job. Legislation is unprepared for technology, and Nvidia makes a lot of stuff. All this and more in this week's strange news segment. They don't want you to read our book.: https://static.macmillan.com/static/fib/stuff-you-sho…

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Kevin Spacey Addresses Misleading Headlines. We Are Too. 23:54

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Actor Kevin Spacey made a compelling video addressing the headline that created more headlines that ended with “thousands” of people reaching out to him, to offer him a place to stay. Even though Spacey recently admitted in an interview with The Telegraph that he lost his home and is currently living out of suitcases in Airbnb’s and hotel rooms, it…

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Slenderman Attacker Recaptured, But How Was A Vicious Attempted Murderer In A Low Security Group Home? 19:39

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23-year-old Morgan Geyser has spent the past decade in a mental facility after stabbing her friend and classmate 19 times at the age of 12. Geyser’s story made international headlines after it was revealed that she and another 6th grader lured and attempted to murder their friend to impress a fictional online character “Slenderman” whom they believ…

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Monday Mini: Are Boyfriends Embarrassing? (Part 2) 32:46

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In the second part of our conversation about the response to Chanté Joseph's Vogue article "Is Having a Boyfriend Embarrassing now?", we delve even deeper to some of reasons why it resonated with so many. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Charles Sumner, Revisited (part 1) 35:52

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The first installment of the deeper examination of Charles Sumner's life begins with his early years, including his close relationships with Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and Samuel Gridley Howe. Research: "Sumner, Charles (1811-1874)." Encyclopedia of World Biography, Gale, 1998. Gale Academic OneFile, link.gale.com/apps/doc/A148425674/GPS?u=mlin_n_m…

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Morning Run: More Babies Sickened, Missing Nigerian Students, Slenderman Attacker Found, College Football Stabbing, Kevin Spacey NOT “Homeless," and Shower Hour Beer 20:34

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Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Hanuman vs. 7 Ultraman 1:02:46

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In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe consider the 1974 Thai co-production "Hanuman vs. & Ultraman," in which the hindu god Hanuman teams up with the Ultra Seven to defeat evil monsters and dastardly human plots. (originally published 5/28/2021) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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New and Gruesome Details in D4vd Investigation 17:52

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The latest reports show the body of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez had been frozen after it was dismembered before eventually being placed in singer D4vd’s Tesla. Police say that has made determining a cause of death that much more difficult, and now there are competing reports that the L.A. medical examiner will either have a determination in…

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JFK Jr’s Granddaughter Has A Year To Live, Here’s What She Wants You To Know 23:47

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35-year-old Tatiana Schlossberg, daughter of Caroline Kennedy, wrote a beautiful, impassioned essay in The New Yorker this weekend and we encourage everyone to please take a moment to read it. This young mother of 2 found out on the day she gave birth to her daughter last year, that she was dying, and sadly adding to a long list of tragedies her fa…

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While You Were Sleeping, Trump Was "Tweeting" (A LOT) 27:51

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Amy and T.J. go over the last 24 hours of President Trump’s Truth Social account, and WOW, it’s a treasure trove of headlines. Never before have we had access to a president’s thoughts in real time, and Trump was at it once again, starting at 6am this weekend. This is a president who has shown the world he doesn’t mince his words, and follows throu…

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RHOM’s Alexia Nepola brings in a professional to improve her love life 46:24

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With her divorce in her rearview mirror, RHOM's Alexia Nepola is ready to do the work! Dr. Hillary joins her for an intimate one-on-one session to get to the heart of healing, why certain patterns happen when it comes to who we date, and how to process emotions when going through a traumatic divorce. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat…

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An Excuse For Not Wearing Your Wedding Ring? Usha Vance Has A Pretty Good One 16:51

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Usha Vance was spotted out on official Second Lady duties without her wedding ring this week. Couple that, with the recent remarks from hubby J.D. saying he wished his wife would convert to Christianity to the controversial hug between Erika Kirk and J.D. Vance last month, and you’ve got divorce rumors circling the couple. Hear what Usha Vance said…

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SYMHC Classics: Thomas Cook 28:33

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This 2019 episode covers Thomas Cook, a pioneer of the idea of a travel agency to manage tourist holidays. But Cook was initially motivated by his support of the temperance movement and his deeply held religious beliefs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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2-Time Oscar Winner Now Homeless and “Singing For His Supper” Despite Being Cleared Of Wrongdoing 24:26

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Former Hollywood superstar and two time academy award winning actor, Kevin Spacey is apparently now a nightclub singer in Cyprus. In a fascinating interview, Spacey talks about his dramatic fall from fame amid the #metoo movement, why he thinks it happened and why he believes his redemption will happen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor…

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SMNTY Classics: Feminist Movie Friday - What's Cooking? 38:52

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In this classic, four families come together for the holidays and drama ensues in the 2000s Thanksgiving movie What's Cooking? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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From the Vault: Sacred Trees of the World 51:18

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In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss some of the various sacred trees of the world, including the giant sequoias of North America and the ‘Ōhi‘a Lehua of Hawaii. (originally published 11/14/2024) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Selects: Rockettes: Still Kicking After All These Years 45:40

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Tune in to this classic episode to learn all about the legendary NYC Rockettes, who actually got their start in Missouri. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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3I/Atlas: We are Obsessed with the Newest (or Oldest?) Instellar Object 1:02:46

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While humanity's local solar system appears huge from Earth, it's actually a pretty tiny piece of real estate in the grand scheme of things. And, in recent years, technological breakthroughs have allowed astronomers and physicists to learn more about the things traveling to us from outside our patch of space. In today's episode, Ben, Matt and Noel …

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Former NJ Congressional Staffer FAKES Brutal, Racist Attack. The Details Are Jaw Dropping 18:41

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A 26-year-old former staffer to a New Jersey Congressman is facing criminal charges after faking a vicious political attack. Natalie Greene even went so far as to hire a “body modification and scarification artist” to cut lacerations all over her body complete with threatening messages. This story is so bizarre you have to hear it, to believe it. S…

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Weirdhouse Cinema: Future Kick 1:59:45

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In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1991 cyberpunk action movie “Future Kick,” starring Don 'The Dragon' Wilson, Meg Foster and Chris Penn. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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President Trump Suggests Lawmakers Should Be Executed For “Seditious Behavior” 21:14

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In an alarming series of truth social posts, President Trump, angry about a video posted by a group of democratic lawmakers, said “SEDITIOUS BEHAVIOR FROM TRAITORS!!! LOCK THEM UP??” Trump continued with “SEDITIOUS BEHAVIOR, punishable by DEATH!” Amy and T.J. discuss how the White House is following up to Trump’s posts, the frightening threats thes…

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Week in Tech: Could a Dead Cat Sink Waymo? 32:47

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Would you buy a boat or a midcentury sideboard from your high school pals? Because Oz’s alma mater has opened an exclusive online marketplace for just this purpose! This week, Oz spins a yarn about Kitkat, the San Francisco cat killed by a Waymo. Locals are furious. Karah fills us in on Blued and Finka, the gay dating apps being censored by the Chi…

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Morning Run: Trump Sedition Accusations, Miss Mexico Revenge, ATC Bonuses, “Piggy” Comment Justified, Coast Guard Hate Language and Chadwick Boseman Star 22:24

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Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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A Feminist Look at the NYC Mayoral Election: Part 2 44:19

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In part two of our analysis of the New York City mayoral results, friend of the show Joey digs into what the results might mean and the legacy of #MeToo. Links: Who Are the Women in Zohran Mamdani’s Transition Team?: https://www.vogue.com/article/who-are-the-women-in-zohran-mamdanis-transition-team See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio…

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Behind the Scenes Minis: Balloons and Cat Trees 24:47

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Tracy and Holly talk about the proclivity for destruction that was part of the balloon craze. They also discuss cat trees and how hard it is to find one that's cute. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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What's the History of Skid Row? 11:25

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In downtown Los Angeles, the 50-block neighborhood called Skid Row is home to thousands of low-income people who live in tents, run-down hotels, and other temporary shelters on a permanent basis. Learn how Skid Row came about (and has persisted) in such a wealthy place in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://history.howstuffwo…

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Scandals, A Fall Off Stage, and Judge Resignations Made Miss Universe Must-See TV Tonight 20:34

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After a number of nasty headlines regarding the Miss Universe Pageant, Amy and T.J. decided to record this episode while watching tonight’s pageant. This week, the latest scandal to hit the Miss Universe organization happened after two judges resigned, one of them claiming the pageant is rigged. This comes on the heels of a tragic fall by Miss Jama…

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Death Row Inmate Says Tonight’s Execution Will Be “Torturous” 18:09

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Florida is set to execute its record breaking 17th inmate of the year. And while the guilt of 63-year-old Richard Barry Randolph is not in question, the method by which he will die tonight is, according to his attorneys. Randolph suffers from Lupus and believes dying by lethal injection will be cruel and unusual given his condition, which his lawye…

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Listener Mail: Mysterious Booms, Near-death Experiences, the First Amendment versus the Internet, the Enchiladasagna and More 53:18

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Saturn asks about the Longfellow Boom. Good Ol' Russ inspires Ben and Matt to do a Yule Cat prank. Beuford prompts a deep conversation about the First Amendment versus technology. Chef Ben revolutionizes the world with the Enchiladasagna - THE FUTURE IS NOW. All this and more in this week's listener mail segment. They don't want you to read our boo…

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RHOC Gina Kirschenheiter Admits She Loves Her Ex’s New Wife 18:51

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RHOC Gina Kirschenheiter found herself divorced and a single mom of 3 kids on the other side of the country, away from her friends and family. Now in a happy long-term relationship, Gina is ready to share what worked to successfully navigate a co-parenting relationship with her ex-husband. Not friends with your ex's new wife? Gina tells you why it'…

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Happy Hour #195: Adulting in Chaos 34:30

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Adulting these days looks different, and can feel like a lot. As the holidays approach, we chat about the impact our politics are having on adulting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Licking, Part 2 54:01

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In this series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the science, culture and mythology of licking. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Did POTUS Say Peggy Or Piggy? Believe Him. 15:54

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One of the top trending topics today was STILL “Peggy," days after the “Did President Trump call a reporter Piggy” controversy. That’s because GROK is insisting that Trump said “Quiet, quiet Peggy” referring to Bloomberg reporter Peggy Collins, not to the actual reporter Catherine Lucey who asked Trump the Epstein question he didn’t want to answer.…

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Morning Run: Trump Signs Epstein, Trump Hosts Mamdani, Florida Execution, Florida Congresswoman Indicted, Miss Jamaica Fall, and Congrats Lainey Wilson 16:19

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Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Graffiti: So Cool It’s A Pillar of Hip Hop 48:15

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Graffiti – the good kind, done with lots of style and skill – developed when some kids in NYC took up cans of spray paint and started to figure out how to outdo one another. They laid down styles that are so fine they’re still being used by artists today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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How Do You Make Hoshigaki? 6:11

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Hoshigaki are a type of dried fruit made by massaging a persimmon every day for weeks. Learn more about this traditional Japanese treat in today's episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://recipes.howstuffworks.com/tools-and-techniques/hoshigaki.htm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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16-Year-Old Stepbrother Named Suspect in Carnival Cruise Death 19:20

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18 year old Anna Kepner was found dead in her cabin, under her bed covered with blankets and life vests. Kepner was on a Carnival Horizon cruise ship with her father, stepmother and step siblings when she died, and it appears police have zeroed in on her 16 year old step brother. Amy and T.J. go over the latest details in this mysterious death over…

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MA Man Admits To Disposing Of His Wife’s Still Missing Body, But Says He’s Not Guilty Of Murder 15:56

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The trial of 50-year-old Bryan Walshe continues today with jury selection after the Massachusetts man refused to plead guilty to his wife’s murder. Ana Walshe went missing on New Year’s Day 2023 and to date, her body has never been found. Amy and T.J. discuss the courtroom drama minutes before his trail began, Walshe changed his plea from not guilt…

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D4vd Officially A Suspect In Death of 15 Year Old Found Decomposing In His Tesla 16:58

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Police have finally, and officially named singer D4vd a suspect in death of a teenager found dismembered and decomposing in the front trunk of his Tesla more than two months ago. Police are still waiting for the LA medical examiner to determine Celeste Rivas’ cause of death, but once that happens, officials expect the investigation will move quickl…

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A Feminist Look at the NYC Mayoral Election: Part 1 47:35

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Friend of the show and New York City correspondent Joey breaks down Zohran Mamdani's win and what it means. Links: The Liberal Wine Moms are Radicalizing: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5amW4VwP3rGc8DyZCSrewM?si=63tRf_HaS82VWuRP0V38vA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Inventions for Pets 31:12

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Cat litter, it could be argued, kicked off the pet products industry. After its invention in the 1940s, other inventors started to come up with products that today are standard in the homes of people with pets. Research: Caminiti, Kasey. “Inside the Secret Lives of Pets With Allen Simon.” DuJour. https://dujour.com/life/allen-simon-founder-wee-wee-…

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Morning Run: Epstein Files, Trump Berates Reporter, D4vd Named Suspect, Massive Web Outage, Lebron James Record And $12 Million Golden Toilet 19:07

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Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Smart Talks with IBM: Unlocking Our Quantum Future 53:44

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Malcolm Gladwell heads to San Francisco Tech Week to talk with IBM’s new Director of Research Jay Gambetta in front of a live audience. They discuss IBM’s plans to scale quantum computing power, the groundbreaking experiments already underway, and what impact these new computers could have on chemistry, medicine, and even finance. This is a paid ad…

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Interview: The Devil You Know, with Sarah Marshall 1:06:33

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We've all heard the phrase: "Satanic Panic." Not too long ago, the United States -- and, later, the world -- was gripped with fear. According to the story, powerful devil worshippers conspired to kidnap, abuse, torture and even murder innocent children all in the service of Satan. So, what actually happened here? How did Patrick Swayze get mixed up…

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