Best Jeremy Wong Podcasts (2025)

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Tensions Rise with Iran, Sudan-Libya Border Clashes, Trump Creating Office of Remigration | American Prestige 37:43

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NOTE: This episode was recorded before Israel's attack on Iran. Danny and Derek are everyday people who still believe in you. This week: the AUKUS security partnership is under review at the Pentagon (1:47); the IAEA rebukes Iran, nuclear negotiations are going nowhere, and Trump is evacuating nonessential personnel from the Middle East (5:14); in …

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The Dragons Den - Dylan Egan 37:09

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Dylan Egan makes his Dragons Den debut this week and what a rollercoaster of a year he has had. From NSW Cup to a NRL first grade debut, he put it all on the line and quickly made himself a very important part of The Red V roster. With his season on the up, heartbreak came in round 11 when Dylan suffered a season ending injury with a ruptured ACL. …

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We All Suffer from OpenAI’s Pursuit of Scale | Tech Won't Save Us 51:18

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Paris Marx is joined by Karen Hao to discuss how Sam Altman’s goal of scale at all costs has spawned a new empire founded on exploitation of people and the environment, resulting in not only the loss of valuable research into more inventive AI systems, but also exacerbated data privacy issues, intellectual property erosion, and the perpetuation of …

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Saturday’s "No Kings" Day of Defiance, plus Report from LA | Start Making Sense 38:17

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With tanks rolling down the street in DC on Saturday and troops being deployed to LA, it’s never been more important to come together in nonviolent action to exercise our First Amendment right to peaceful protest. That’s what the organization Indivisible says about Saturday’s National Day of Defiance – the nationwide “No Kings” protests. Ezra Levin…

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Rigoletto in Conversation with Quinn Kelsey and Jeremy Frank 41:26

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In this episode, LA Opera Chorus Director Jeremy Frank sits down with Rigoletto star Quinn Kelsey to discuss the baritone's artistic journey, his experience of embodying one of Verdi's most iconic roles, and how his Hawaiian cultural heritage has influenced it all. Playing now through June 21, tickets to Verdi's Rigoletto are available at LAOpera.o…

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How the Low Culture of 1999 Predicted Modern America | American Prestige 54:21

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In this week’s episode, Danny speaks with journalist Ross Benes about his book 1999: The Year Low Culture Conquered America and Kickstarted Our Bizarre Times. They discuss the connection between the Telecommunications Act of 1996 and “trash culture”, what makes the instantiation of reality TV in 1999 unique and how early reality shows foreshadowed …

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Will New Jersey and Virginia Send Trump a Message? | The Nation Podcast 39:30

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Across the country, Democratic leaders and voters are beginning to push back against Trump’s cruelty and chaos. Some are cautiously optimistic that a few key state races could serve as a crucial odd-year referendum—with major implications for voters, donors, and even Republican politicians who may reconsider their allegiances after significant MAGA…

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Finding Treasures in the Dark with Katherine Wolf 51:49

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Today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology is with my friend Katherine Wolf about God’s compassionate purpose with regards to our pain. Many of you have probably heard or read some of Katherine’s story – she suffered a massive stroke when she was 26 years old, not long after giving birth to her and her husband Jay’s first son, James. Her story is …

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Ukraine Drone Attack, Gaza Aid Center Massacres, IAEA Suggests “Secret Nuclear Activities” in Iran | American Prestige 44:08

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We’re sorry to say that we’re professionals, and Danny and Derek’s falling out will be behind closed doors. In this week’s news: in Russia-Ukraine, Ukraine launches a massive drone strike and bombs several bridges (0:41), peace talks in Istanbul make little progress (5:43), and Donald Trump speaks to Vladimir Putin (7:51); in Israel-Palestine, more…

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The Dragons Den - Lykhan King-Togia 23:32

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Lykhan King-Togia has burst onto the scene with the Dragons, captivating fans and critics alike. His meteoric rise can be attributed to the club’s pathways system and Lykhan is the latest gem to emerge from its ranks. With a combination of skill, agility, and intellect, LKT has already made a significant impact on the field. His performances point …

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The New Military-Industrial Complex | Tech Won't Save Us 57:06

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Paris Marx is joined by Sam Biddle to discuss how Silicon Valley is shamelessly courting government military contracts, using tactics to silence employee dissent and normalize the situation to the public, and what it all means for the future of military geopolitics. Sam Biddle is a senior technology reporter at The Intercept. Advertising Inquiries:…

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The 2025 Vote the Dems Must Win—Plus, New York in the 1960s | Start Making Sense 36:39

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Forget the midterms next year, at least for now. The fight against Trump runs through the elections this November—starting with Virginia and New Jersey. The Nation's national affairs correspondent John Nichols explains. Also: J. Hoberman, the long-time film critic for The Village Voice, talks about the happenings, the underground movies, and the ra…

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The Women of Verdi's Rigoletto with Dr. Holley Replogle-Wong 33:58

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In this episode, musicologist Dr. Holley Replogle-Wong illuminates the women of Rigoletto and their archetypes, drawing on history, literature, and fine arts. This lecture was recorded as part of Opera for Educators, LA Opera Connects' professional development series for teachers and anyone interested in a deeper dive. Tickets to Verdi's Rigoletto …

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The History of the US War on Prostitution | American Prestige 53:23

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Danny and Derek welcome to the program author Eva Payne to talk about her book Empire of Purity: The History of Americans’ Global War on Prostitution. They discuss American sexual exceptionalism, the legal definition of “prostitution” vs modern conceptions of sex work, the late 19th century new abolition movement and racial hierarchies therein, how…

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Trump’s Immigration Facade | The Nation Podcast 32:15

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On this episode of The Nation Podcast, editor D.D. Guttenplan talks to veteran journalist and broadcaster Ray Suarez about the gap between Donald Trump’s maximalist immigration rhetoric and his actual enforcement policy. Ray's article appears in our June issue. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle…

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The Living Hope of Historical Jesus with Dr. Craig Blomberg 47:21

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Today is a red-letter kind of day here on Back Porch Theology because Alli and I have the undeserved privilege and absolute delight of having a conversation with one of the world’s foremost experts on the New Testament canon, specifically the Gospels, Dr. Craig Blomberg. It’s not every day you get to sit down with a brilliant saint with a PhD from …

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Michael Ledeen and Trumpian Fascism | The Time of Monsters 45:44

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Michael Ledeen, who died on May 17 at age 83, was a prominent figure on the American right since the 1970s. He is most famous, or notorious, as one of the instigators of the Iran/Contra scandal, helping to connect the Reagan administration with an Iranian arms dealer. Beyond that, he was active not just as a writer but also as an activists who ofte…

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#182: Dustin Wong 1:06:35

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Shooting a shotgun at a water tower, textural amalgams on the Silk Road, kindness in music. The LA-based musician discusses three important albums. Dustin's picks: Motohiko Hamase – Reminiscence Steve Shehan – Arrows goo age – Open Zone Dustin's recent pleasures: Co La – Moody Coup Lucy Liyou – Every Video Without Your Face, Every Sound Without You…

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Gaza Aid Disaster, Russia Offers New Peace Talks, Trump Freezes Student Visas | American Prestige 53:18

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In this week’s American Prestige news roundup: US-Iran negotiations might be making progress (1:02); in Israel-Palestine, a new aid program implemented gets people killed (6:30), the US proposes framework for a new peace deal* (11:01), and Israel creates 22 new West Bank settlements (15:54); cases of cholera are spiking in Sudan (17:35); Libya’s ea…

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The Dragons Den - Michael Weyman 25:14

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This week on The Dragons Den we speak to Dragons premiership winning prop Mick Weyman. With the season almost half way through, we talk about The Dragons road to finals, the future crop of stars and the promising signs we have shown so far this year. The Dragons Den is hosted by Christian McEwan Executive Producer Jaben Ryan Audio and Production - …

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The Case for a Digital Detox w/ Casey Johnston | Tech Won't Save Us 55:18

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On this episode of Tech Won't Save Us, Paris Marx is joined by Casey Johnston to discuss why she pared back on social media, made her smartphone much dumber, and what she learned about how bodies are treated online through her fitness journey. Casey Johnston is the creator of the She’s A Beast newsletter and author of A Physical Education: How I Es…

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Winning Rural Voters, plus J. Edgar Hoover | Start Making Sense 48:36

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Rural America is Trump country. Last November Trump carried 93 percent of rural counties.. How can Democrats change that? Anthony Flaccavento and Erica Etelson, co-founders of the Rural Urban Bridge Initiative, have a strategy to accomplish that. Also: 20 minutes without Trump: We know a lot about the bad things J. Edgar Hoover did, but it turns ou…

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James Conlon's Pre-Performance Talk on Rigoletto 39:11

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In this episode, Richard Seaver Music Director James Conlon walks us through the history, the plot, and, of course, the music of Verdi's Rigoletto. Don't miss this heart-pounding drama playing May 31-June 21. Tickets are on sale now at LAOpera.org.By LA Opera

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South Sudan’s Failed Peace Deal w/ Joshua Craze | American Prestige 50:24

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On this episode of American Prestige, Writer and researcher ⁠Joshua Craze⁠ returns to the program to talk about the situation in South Sudan. They cover the collapsed 2018 “peace deal,” the elite forces vying for power, the Nuer White Army, figures like Salva Kiir Mayardit and Riek Machar, how South Sudan’s troubles have been impacted by the war in…

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John Semley on The Gamblification of America | The Nation Podcast 38:51

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For sports fans in the US, betting has never been more common, or more accessible. But beneath the surface of this booming pastime, a darker story is unfolding. Writer John Semley joins the podcast to examine the implications of all this access, not just in American sports, but across global betting markets, and how our era of gambling reflects a n…

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Jesus Shaped Theology 1:00:39

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During today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology after the initial belly laughs we dive pretty deep – as is often the case with BPT - into a theme that’s been my heartbeat for the last several years, which is what it really means to live a Jesus-shaped life. To imitate Jesus authentically, not just with religious language and ethical ideology. Th…

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Taking David Horowitz Seriously | The Time of Monsters with Jeet Heer 52:22

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The late David Horowitz, who died in April at age 86, was often dismissed as a fringe figure not just by liberals and leftists but even many on the right. Horowitz would often complain that his books — crude polemics with titles such as BLITZ: Trump Will Smash the Left and Win (2020) and The Enemy Within: How a Totalitarian Movement Is Destroying A…

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Ukraine Talks Collapse, India Threatens Pakistan’s Water Supply, IDF Operation Gideon’s Chariots | American Prestige 47:33

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This week in the American Prestige news roundup: the Ukraine peace talks collapse (3:30) as Trump stuns European allies with his sudden pivot back to positions beneficial to Russia (7:21); in EU elections, a Romanian centrist wins the presidency (11:06), a Polish centrist wins the first round of the presidential election leading to a runoff (13:27)…

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Generative AI is Not Inevitable w/ Emily M. Bender and Alex Hanna | Tech Won't Save Us 53:13

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On this episode of Tech Won't Save Us, Paris Marx is joined by Emily M. Bender and Alex Hanna to discuss some of the harms caused by generative AI, address the industry's ploys to keep the public invested while companies flounder under the weight of unmet promises, and what folks can do to push back. Emily M. Bender is a Professor in the Department…

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Jamie Raskin on 'A Rally a Day,' plus the Books of 1925 | Start Making Sense 41:33

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“A rally a day keeps the fascists away” – that’s what Jamie Raskin says. He’s the ranking Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee, and he talks about Trump’s “world historical grift,” and why we shouldn’t be pessimistic about defeating his efforts. Also: 20 minutes without Trump: 1925 is being celebrated this year as the centenary of The Great Ga…

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Rigoletto: Annotated Listening Guide 9:52

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In this episode, mezzo-soprano Sarah Saturnino, alumna of the LA Opera Domingo-Colburn-Stein Young Artist Program, shares the synopsis for Rigoletto, with annotated musical notes from musicologist Dr. Tiffany Kuo.By LA Opera

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Henri Bergson's Restless World w/ Emily Herring | American Prestige 59:24

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On this episode of American Prestige, Danny and Derek welcome Emily Herring, a writer based in Paris, to the program. They discuss her new book, Herald of a Restless World: How Henri Bergson Brought Philosophy to the People. The conversation delves into Henri Bergson's philosophy and its enduring relevance, particularly concerning contemporary anxi…

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Jacob Silverman on Cryptocurrency's Shadiest Dealings Under Trump | The Nation Podcast 35:18

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On this episode of The Nation Podcast, Jacob Silverman joins the show to discuss how the cryptocurrency industry has long evaded regulation, and how it’s now deeply enmeshed with the Trump administration’s most corrupt dealings. Silverman's feature, “Coin-Operated: The Crypto Industry’s Takeover of American Politics,” appears in the June issue of T…

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Natalie Grant and Bernie Herms: A Theology for Delayed Miracles, Part 2 41:16

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Today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology is an encore with Natalie Grant and Bernie Herms because we simply could fit all the wisdom bombs they dropped regarding hanging onto hope when the miracle you prayed for seems delayed into one episode! Plus, since we’ve had lots of DM’s and e-mails from y’all requesting content on how to have more Jesus-…

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The Perils and Promise of Trump’s Middle East Gamble | The Time of Monsters with Jeet Heer 42:54

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On his latest trip to the Middle East, Donald Trump is making big news. He’s indicating a receptiveness to making a deal with Iran trading normalization for nuclear non-proliferation. He ended the bombing campaign against Yemen and is also pushing for normalization with Syria. Further, the White House has sidestepped Israel in order to have direct …

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#181: Jako Maron 1:07:27

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The flesh and bone of synthesis, all the power in one drum, great songs with shit mixes. The Réunion island-based electronic maloya producer discusses three important albums. Jako's picks: Danyel Waro – Batarsité Patrick Manent – Kozmann ker EPROM – Halflife Jako's new album is called Mahavélouz and it's out on Nyege Nyege Tapes. Check it out here…

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Trump's Gulf Tour & Deals, Gaza Updates, US Habeas Corpus | American Prestige 52:34

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Alex Jordan rejoins the show to see if he can impersonate Danny as well as he impersonated Derek a couple of weeks ago. He and Derek discuss the India-Pakistan ceasefire, Donald Trump’s big Persian Gulf tour (filled with Deals, Bribes, and announcements about Syrian sanctions and Iranian nuclear talks), the latest developments in Gaza, the US-China…

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The Dragons Den - Hannah Southwell 17:45

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This week in The Dragons Den we welcome NRLW star Hannah Southwell Hannah returns to the Red V having been a part of the Dragons’ and the NRLW’s inaugural 2018 season as a 19-year-old. She re-joins the club now as a 26-year-old with a resumé consisting of 35 NRLW matches across stints at the Dragons, Roosters, and Knights including three Grand Fina…

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Elon Musk is Remaking the US Space Program w/ Tim Fernholz | Tech Won't Save Us 1:00:57

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On this episode of Tech Won't Save Us, Paris Marx is joined by Tim Fernholz to discuss how Elon Musk’s influence in the White House is shaping the US Space Program, why he’s pushing NASA toward Mars instead of the Moon, and whether the Starship rocket is in trouble. Tim Fernholz is a senior reporter at Payload Space and the author of Rocket Billion…

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Antisemitism and Free Speech, plus Farewell to Musk | Start Making Sense 38:03

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What obligations do colleges and universities have to protect students from antisemitism and Islamophobia? What obligations do they have to let students speak freely about issues they care about? David Cole just testified before Congress about that—he’s the former National Legal Director of the ACLU, and The Nation’s legal affairs correspondent. Al…

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Action the Future: Arts for Society with Renée Fleming, Dr. Daniel Levitin, Sarah Lyding, Dr. Indre Viskontas, and Stacie Aamon Yeldell 46:20

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In this episode, LA Opera Connects is looking forward to the 4th annual LA County Arts and Health Week Summit on June 13. Listen in to this panel conversation recorded at last year's Summit, featuring Renée Fleming leading a discussion about the future of embedding the arts into healthcare with Dr. Daniel Levitin, Sarah Lyding, Dr. Indre Viskontas,…

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Amy Littlefield on Why We Have to Defend All Abortions | The Nation Podcast 40:14

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On this episode of The Nation Podcast, abortion access correspondent Amy Littlefield joins D.D. Guttenplan to discuss the reality of later-term abortions—and how, even though Roe v. Wade may have been overturned, the conservative crusade to eliminate abortion access rages on. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: ht…

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White American Liberals, Pt 2 w/ Kevin Schultz | American Prestige 51:24

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Kevin Schultz, Chair of the Department of History at the University of Illinois-Chicago, returns to the program to continue the discussion of his new book⁠ ⁠Why Everyone Hates White Liberals (Including White Liberals): A History⁠. In this second part of the discussion, Danny, Derek, and Kevin get into the origins and power of the "radical chic" and…

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Natalie Grant and Bernie Herms: A Theology for Delayed Miracles, Part 1 40:44

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During today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology, I have the absolute delight of diving deep into some real-life stuff with two dear friends, Natalie Grant, and her husband, Bernie Herms. Unless you’re living off the grid and are listening to BPT through a coconut and dental floss, you’ve no doubt heard Natalie’s stellar voice because she’s been …

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How Crypto Corruption Took Over Washington | Time of Monsters with Jeet Heer 48:24

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On this episode of The Time of Monsters, Jacob Silverman on why it’s hard to regulate the high tech ponzi economics. Over the last few years, crypto-currency has emerged as a political powerhouse, thanks to tens of billions in campaign donations. As Jacob Silverman reports in a recent feature in The Nation, “crypto, despite being a relative flop co…

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US-Houthi Ceasefire, Israel's Gaza Plans, and Global Trade Tensions | American Prestige 53:09

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Though Jake is absent for the week, Danny and Derek remain steadfast in their dedication to bring you news. They discuss the U.S.-Houthi ceasefire; the Israeli government's plans for Gaza; Trump’s push for a Gaza ceasefire and Saudi deal on his upcoming Middle East trip; new clashes between India and Pakistan as well as more details from Wednesday …

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The Dragons Den - David Klemmer 21:53

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This week into The Dragons Den we welcome the one and only David Klemmer An NRL icon and a resume as impressive as anyone's. In this episode we discuss Klems transition to The Red V, his rep honors, history and life around football. One of rugby leagues hard men, David Klemmer has a ruffled the feathers of opposition players for years and this week…

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The Roots of Elon Musk’s War On Empathy w/ Julia Carrie Wong | Tech Won't Save Us 52:20

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On this episode of Tech Won't Save Us, Paris Marx is joined by Julia Carrie Wong to discuss Elon Musk’s recent opposition to empathy, how it comes out of the Christian right, and the relationship it has to previous discussions of longtermism. Julia Carrie Wong is a features writer at The Guardian. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands…

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Sherrod Brown: Winning Back the Working Class, plus ‘the Tide is Turning’ | Start Making Sense 40:43

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After serving 18 years in the Senate, and losing last November, Sherrod Brown analyzes what it will take for Democrats to recover from the defeats of 2024, and comments on his own political future – he could run for senator or for governor in 2026. Also on this episode: Dahlia Lithwick explains three key court cases where Trump suffered major defea…

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The Spanish Civil War and Francoist Repression with Dr. Luis Martin-Cabrera 41:03

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In this episode, scholar Dr. Luis Martin-Cabrera provides context for Ainadamar with an introduction to the Spanish Civil War, the Franco dictatorship, and the fate of poet Federico García Lorca. This conversation was recorded as part of Connects' professional development series Opera for Educators. Playing now through May 18, tickets for Ainadamar…