Best Mogul Media AI Studios Podcasts (2025)

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The new Right: rising or retreating? | The Moynihan Report 1:01:14

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Meghan McCain sits down with Michael to unpack the surge of right-wing podcasts and personalities dominating the media landscape. Big voices like Tucker Carlson and Megyn Kelly are changing the tone—and the reach—of the conservative movement. Are they expanding the base or losing the middle? Here’s what you need to know. Subscribe on YouTube! Hoste…

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Afghan businessman to MTV mogul: how Tom Freston revolutionized youth culture | The Moynihan Report 56:03

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Tom Freston's story is a compelling journey of media creation fueled by unconventional experiences and a zeal for the non-mainstream. His memoir, Unplugged Adventures: From MTV to Timbuktu, chronicles his life, from an eight-year stint in India and Afghanistan on the hippie trail where he was a businessman running a successful clothing empire (a ve…

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AI is NOT replacing your job, it's "degrading" it. here's how | The Moynihan Report 52:46

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Signal President Meredith Whittaker joins The Moynihan Report for a deep dive into the AI industry, exposing how artificial intelligence is often just a marketing term designed to degrade jobs rather than replace them. An ex-Googler, Whittaker breaks down the dangerous concentration of power within Big Tech companies like Google, Amazon, and Micros…

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How one man's videos put him in Andrew Tate's legal crosshairs | The Moynihan Report 1:03:21

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In this episode, Michael Moynihan chats with Nathan Livingstone, the Aussie filmmaker who found himself in the crosshairs of the "most Googled man," Andrew Tate. Nathan details his journey from a forklift driver fired over COVID mandates to a leading chronicler exposing Tate's "unique evil"; a mission that's now landed him in a major defamation law…

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The 'Cheney-to-Trump' pipeline: how the VP paved the way for MAGA | The Moynihan Report 1:01:25

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In this episode, Michael Moynihan kicks things off by dissecting Bill Crystal's bizarre "inner social Democrat" tweet celebrating Eugene Debs, contrasting it with Debs' actual call to "abolish the capitalist system." This segues into busting the popular myth that socialists just "want Sweden"; as someone who lived there, Moynihan reveals Sweden is …

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The impact of election on future of the Democratic Party with Don Calloway | The Moynihan Report 1:12:33

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On this episode of The Moynihan Report, host Michael Moynihan dives right into the 2025 Election Day action, covering the NYC mayoral race with Zohran Mamdani and the big governor's races in Virginia and New Jersey. He also gets into the political reactions surrounding Dick Cheney's death, calling out a pretty disrespectful tweet from NYC Councilma…

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The great right-wing unraveling | The Moynihan Report 1:07:38

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Bridget Phetasy, host of 2WAY’s Real America, joins Michael Moynihan to discuss how the right’s top podcasters are getting louder, brasher, and somehow even more absurd. Tune in as we unpack the spectacularly insane world of Tucker, Candace, and the rest of the conservative circus. Subscribe to the YouTube! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…

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Can humor actually STOP fascism? (the answer may surprise you) | The Moynihan Report 1:09:41

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In a "very Nazi-heavy show" , Michael Moynihan sits down with comedian Danny Polishchuk to discuss his viral satirical sketch "Counting Jews in Things," and the alarming number of viewers who believe he's a real antisemite . This kicks off a wider discussion on the mainstreaming of antisemitism and bizarre political scandals, including a Democratic…

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How the Left's 2020 'peak dominance' created the inevitable Trump backlash | The Moynihan Report 1:17:45

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In this episode of The Moynihan Report, host Michael Moynihan sits down with Thomas Chatterton Williams, author of The Summer of Our Discontent, to analyze the period from 2020 to the present. They discuss how the "crazy" cultural "excesses" and "exaggerated claims of oppression" stemming from 2020 created an inevitable and "harsh" backlash that he…

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Ex-CNN producer: the corporate media model is officially DEAD | The Moynihan Report 1:05:42

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In this episode of the Moynihan Report, host Michael Moynihan and media critic Steve Krakauer analyze the rapidly changing media landscape, beginning with Donald Trump's "enormous achievement" regarding a hostage release and the media's unified pushback against new restrictive Pentagon guidelines for journalists. The conversation's core focuses on …

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Dexter Filkins on why Biden’s "nice guy” foreign policy FAILED | The Moynihan Report 1:03:04

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Dexter Price Filkins is an American journalist known primarily for his coverage of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan for The New York Times. He currently writes for The New Yorker. Subscribe to our YouTube! (0:00) Intro (0:40) Trump's Middle East Success (3:05) Israel's Regional Military Victories (7:21) Dexter Filkins (15:33) Israeli Intelligence O…

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The Bari Weiss/CBS news deal | The Moynihan Report 1:10:22

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Journalist and friend of the podcast Olivia Reingold comes on to talk about Bari Weiss, the new editor-in-chief at CBS. Subscribe to the YouTube! (0:00) Introduction (3:04) Free Press Reactions (33:46) October 7th Anniversary (49:00) Political Violence Discussion (01:01:09) Audience Q&A (01:10:00) Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva…

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"Thank God for the Atomic Bomb" | The Moynihan Report 1:01:45

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Richard B. Frank war historian and veteran of the Vietnam war. He is one of the foremost experts on Pacific campaign of World War II and has written several books on the subject, including Tower of Skulls: A History of The Asia-Pacific War July 1937-May 1942. Subscribe on YouTube! (00:00:00) Introduction (00:07:10) Historical Context and Perspectiv…

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Assata Shakur was a murderer, so why is the media celebrating her? | The Moynihan Report 58:08

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Bob Woodson joins Michael for a discussion about civil rights, political violence, and the passing of Assata Shakur. Subscribe to the YouTube! (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:40) Political Violence Discussion (00:04:20) Assata Shakur (00:47:33) Black Panthers Legacy (00:52:31) Historical Black Achievement (00:57:45) Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. S…

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Moynihan: the media pretends we don't know the motive for political violence | The Moynihan Report 59:09

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Dan Turrentine joins Michael for a discussion about the Democratic party's strategic failures, the internal conflict over its rising progressive wing, and the media's biased coverage of recent political violence. Subscribe to the YouTube! (00:00) Introduction (01:13) James Comey Indictment (06:48) Democratic Missteps (30:19) Media Influence (39:30)…

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Why I'm defending Jimmy Kimmel (and it's not why you think) | The Moynihan Report 1:01:55

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Mike Pesca and Michael Moynihan are here to talk about the return of Jimmy Kimmel—was it the perfect comedy feint, half retreat, half sucker punch, or something else? Subscribe on YouTube! (00:00) Introduction (01:14) Jimmy Kimmel's Return (07:29) Media Bias (28:19) Conspiracy Theories (33:20) Antifa and Domestic Terrorism (38:52) Political Violenc…

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Colby Hall on Charlie Kirk, Jimmy Kimmel, and Donald J. Trump | The Moynihan Report 1:04:23

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Michael Moynihan butts heads with Mediaite founder Colby Hall over political language. Subscribe to the YouTube. (00:00) Introduction (01:38) Media Dynamics (33:20) Political Obsession and Patriotism (36:43) Authoritarianism vs. Fascism (44:43) The Impact of Media and Political Violence (01:03:00) Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva…

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How Charlie Kirk’s assassination ‘created an army’ of new conservatives | The Moynihan Report 1:02:39

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Journalist and author Mary Katherine Ham joins Michael Moynihan to talk about the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk. Subscribe to the YouTube! (00:00:00) Introduction (00:10:32) Political Violence History (00:21:12) Charlie Kirk's Assassination (00:31:36) Social Media Impact (00:42:34) Audience Questions (00:52:39) University Culture Discussion …

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Alan Dershowitz on Kirk, Epstein, and Netanyahu | The Moynihan Report 1:03:45

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Alan Dershowitz talks to Moynihan about recent events surrounding the state of Israel, the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and why he was friends with Epstein? Subscribe to the YouTube! (00:00) Introduction (05:28) Charlie Kirk (15:35) Epstein (32:58) Israel (41:16) Palestine (48:02) Free Speech (59:27) The US and Israel (01:01:35) Final Thoughts Ho…

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Israel, Qatar, and the new Middle East with Eli Lake | The Moynihan Report 1:11:24

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Eli Lake is a seasoned journalist and national security reporter, currently writing for The Free Press and hosting the "Breaking History" podcast. In this episode, Eli joins Michael Moynihan to discuss the recent Israeli strike in Qatar, the shifting dynamics of Middle Eastern alliances, and the broader implications for political Islam and Western …

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Is the internet a blessing or a curse? Moynihan & Rushkoff face off | The Moynihan Report 1:02:04

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Is the internet good or bad? How can technology be directed? Doug Rushkoff is here to help us parse through these questions and more as we discuss his most recent book, Program or be Programmed: 11 Commands for the AI Future. Subscribe to the YouTube! (0:00) Introduction (1:37) Internet Beginnings (4:18) AI & Society (8:00) Big Tech (11:25) Polariz…

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Debating Charlottesville: Trump’s response and the free speech fight | The Moynihan Report 48:17

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Author Deborah Baker joins The Moynihan Report to talk about her new book, Charlottesville: An American Story. The book covers the Unite the Right rally, where thousands of neo-Nazis, members of the KKK, and white supremacists protested the removal of Confederate monuments. Subscribe to The Moynihan Report on YouTube! (00:00) Introduction (04:25) U…

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Borat director on pulling no punches in his new memoir 59:32

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Michael Moynihan is joined by Larry Charles, the Emmy, Peabody, and Golden Globe winning writer, producer, and director behind Seinfeld, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Entourage, Mad About You, Borat, Brüno, The Dictator, and Religulous. Charles joins us to discuss his new memoir, Comedy Samurai: Forty Years of Blood, Guts, and Laughter. Subscribe to the Yo…

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Why did New York City’s murder rate plummet? | The Moynihan Report 1:00:53

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Michael Moynihan is joined by former police officer Peter Moskos to discuss his new book, Back from the Brink: Inside the NYPD and New York City's Extraordinary 1990s Crime Drop. Subscribe to the YouTube. (00:00) Introduction (01:26) Policing in the 90s (05:53) Crime Prevention (17:04) Policing Strategies (23:40) Corruption (26:13) Modern Policing …

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Seth Harp on drug trafficking and murder in the Special Forces | The Moynihan Report 56:16

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Seth Harp joins Michael Moynihan to talk about his new book, The Fort Bragg Cartel: Drug Trafficking and Murder in the Special Forces. Subscribe to our YouTube channel! (00:00) Introduction (05:56) The Fort Bragg Cartel (24:10) Afghanistan: A Narco State (30:30) Corruption in Iraq (33:06) JSOC (38:06) Audience Interaction (48:11) Pat Tillman (51:30…

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Inside the Karen Read case with Turtleboy | The Moynihan Report 1:14:00

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TB News Daily's very own Turtleboy joins Michael Moynihan to unpack the Karen Read case and butt heads over journalistic ethics. Featuring a special intro segment with former Vice correspondent Trace Crutchfield and some questions from the 2WAY community. Subscribe the The Moynihan Report on YouTube. (00:00) Introduction (04:20) Karen Read Case Ove…

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Debunking Epstein conspiracies with Michael Tracey | The Moynihan Report 1:01:07

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Michael Tracey and Michael Moynihan roll up their sleeves and discuss the truth behind Epstein's death, the source of his finances, and more in this episode of The Moynihan Report. Subscribe to The Moynihan Report on YouTube. (00:00) Introduction (01:20) Michael Tracy's Perspective (03:40) Epstein's Legal Battles (12:46) Trafficking Allegations (16…

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Fentanyl, Galaxy Gas, and everything in-between with Hamilton Morris | The Moynihan Report 1:07:22

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Hamilton Morris joins Michael Moynihan to explore the history, chemistry, and social impact of psychoactive substances. Subscribe to The Moynihan Report on YouTube. (00:00) Introduction (01:02) Discussing Fentanyl (07:38) FDA Rejection (15:19) Psychedelic Community (28:46) Vaping (36:27) Drugs and Journalism (39:13) Documentary Filmmaking (41:05) M…

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"Buckley" author Sam Tanenhaus on the genesis of modern conservatism and the enduring impact of a media pioneer | The Moynihan Report 1:12:42

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Michael is joined by historian and biographer Sam Tanenhaus, author of "Buckley: The Life and the Revolution That Changed America." Subscribe to The Moynihan Report on YouTube. (00:00) Introduction (01:09) Meeting Buckley (04:04) Early Career (06:24) Cultural and Political Battles (11:41) Contradictions and Friendships (18:25) Race and Society (24:…

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"Drop Dead" author Richard E. Farley on power and graft in NYC | The Moynihan Report 1:03:36

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Michael is joined by New York attorney Richard E. Farley, author of "Drop Dead: How a Coterie of Corrupt Politicians, Bankers, Lawyers, Spinmeisters, and Mobsters Bankrupted New York, Got Bailed Out, Blamed the President, and Went Back to Business as Usual (And It Might Be Happening Again)" Subscribe to The Moynihan Report on YouTube. (00:00) Intro…

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EDDINGTON director Ari Aster on political polarization & dark comedy | The Moynihan Report 56:16

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Michael sits down with Ari Aster, director of the "deliberately provocative" COVID-era Western, "Eddington," for an in-depth conversation about why he chose to make this film now, why he thinks it's "hopeful," and their shared disdain for Rotten Tomatoes. Clips from "Eddington" courtesy of A24. Subscribe to The Moynihan Report on YouTube. (00:00) I…

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Semafor EIC Ben Smith on populist conspiracy and new media elites | The Moynihan Report 58:38

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Semafor co-founder & editor-in-chief (and host of the Mixed Signals podcast) sits down with Michael to talk about the blurred lines between media & politics, the "disgraceful" coverage of the so-called Epstein files, the rise of the individual content creator, the NYC mayoral race and much, much more! Check out the Mixed Signals podcast. Subscribe …

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Did Jeffrey Epstein have more than 1000 victims? Ken Klippenstein joins The Moynihan Report 49:52

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Michael is joined by independent investigative journalist Ken Klippenstein, who last week highlighted a discrepancy in documents making reference to “over one thousand” victims of Epstein’s abuses. Subscribe to The Moynihan Report on YouTube. (00:00) Intro (01:21) Epstein Reactions (04:02) Ken Klippenstein's Investigation (08:29) Conspiracy Politic…

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Talking Heads and the New York scene that transformed rock w Jonathan Gould | The Moynihan Report 1:00:45

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Michael is joined by music historian and author of the new Talking Heads biography, “Burning Down The House: Talking Heads and the New York Scene That Transformed Rock.” Subscribe to The Moynihan Report on YouTube. (00:00) Intro (01:10) Evolution of Talking Heads (05:24) The Ramones (07:13) Backgrounds (12:50) 70s Culture (15:51) New York Scene (17…

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Carmaking legend Malcolm Bricklin on the Yugo, entrepreneurship, and the advice he gave Elon | The Moynihan Report 1:02:06

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Michael Moynihan talks with automotive entrepreneur Malcolm Bricklin: the man who’s brought the Yugo to America and is back with a new EV he says will be made entirely in the USA. Subscribe to The Moynihan Report on YouTube. (00:00) Intro (04:38) Early Ventures (10:38) The Yugo Story (18:35) Building the Bricklin (26:55) Current Ventures and Philos…

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Loneliness & love in the 21st century with matchmaker Amy Van Doran | The Moynihan Report 1:00:28

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Michael is joined by professional matchmaker and CEO of Modern Love Club, Amy Van Doran to talk about dating & relationships in the 21st century. Subscribe to The Moynihan Report on YouTube. (00:00) Intro (01:44) Matchmaking (06:01) Dating Apps (09:42) The Modern Love Club (19:55) Dating in the Digital Age (29:36) Modern Dating Challenges (31:31) I…

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Ethan Strauss on Zohran Mamdani, NYC's Left Turn, and the WNBA | The Moynihan Report 1:11:27

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Grab your beverage of choice and fire up your modem because we are joined by Ethan Strauss (host of 2WAY’s own @RandomOffenseTV) Subscribe to The Moynihan Report on YouTube. (00:00) Intro (05:34) WNBA (11:28) California Politics (12:17) New York Politics (29:36) Future of the Democrats (34:35) Jihad (39:00) Social Media Wars (42:06) Republican Fore…

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Haviv Rettig Gur on Israel, Iran, and Zohran | The Moynihan Report 1:04:09

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The Times of Israel’s senior analyst Haviv Rettig Gur joins The Moyihan Report to talk about the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran, what Hamas has been up to while the world’s gaze was fixed on Iran, and he even wades into the NYC mayoral primaries. Subscribe to The Moynihan Report on YouTube. (00:00) Trump's Statements (07:51) History of U…

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Iran: The Boomer War? Eli Lake & Justin Logan debate | The Moynihan Report 1:07:33

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A lively debate between the hawkish Eli Lake (The Free Press) and the decidedly non-interventionist Justin Logan (Cato Institute) on what, as Donald Trump says, "we" should do about Iran. Get ready for a spirited conversation about Israel, Iran, the bomb, and more detail about the JCPOA that you thought possible. PLUS: Stick around to the end for a…

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When Hashem Takes His Child Back: Faith Through Tragedy 1:42

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What does it mean to trust Hashem when your world shatters? In this powerful Torah Anytime episode, a grieving grandfather shares the unimaginable loss of his grandchild in a tragic accident—and the deep faith that carried his family through it. From the raw pain of a car crash to a daughter’s strength in surrendering her child back to Hashem, this…

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Iran: Past, Present, and Future with Roya Hakakian | The Moynihan Report 1:06:20

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Roya Hakakian, author of "Assassins of the Turquoise Palace" joins Michael to talk about the past, present and future of Iran. Subscribe to The Moynihan Report on YouTube (00:00) Life in Iran (16:59) Iran's Global Reach (22:59) Khomeini's Rise (33:21) Arab Societies (40:30) Regime Change (49:35) US Intervention (01:02:22) Viewer Questions Hosted on…

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Caught, Not Taught: Real Torah for Real Life 1:47

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Josh Cohen and Avi Greenberg dive into a raw, hilarious, and deeply moving Q&A panel with some of today’s most relatable rabbis. From parenting fails and Lakers-game fevers to 3:00 a.m. sugya reviews, this episode explores what it really means to live a Torah life—in the stress, in the mess, and in the everyday moments. Discover why dragging your k…

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Douglas Murray on death cults, Joe Rogan, and profoundly unserious people | The Moynihan Report 1:14:04

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Douglas Murray, author of "On Democracies and Death Cults: Israel and the future of Civilization" sits down with Michael to discuss support for Hamas, Joe Rogan, and profoundly unserious people. PLUS: stick around to the end for the premiere of Michael’s new 2WAY segment: “Ask Moynihan Anything.” Subscribe to The Moynihan Report on YouTube. (00:00)…

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TrueAnon's Brace Belden on ICE protests, NY mayoral race, Marxism, and more! | The Moynihan Report 1:07:31

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TrueAnon co-host Brace Belden joins Michael Moynihan for a conversation that is sure to cover more ground than a preacher on Sunday morning. Subscribe to The Moynihan Report on YouTube (00:00) Epstein (15:00) AI Revolution (27:41) Protests (36:08) Marxism (47:58) Rent Control (52:23) Wealth and Taxes (1:00:55) Questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.c…

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End of Days: Prophecies, Chaos & the Final Test 1:41

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What does the end of the world really look like according to Torah? In this week’s explosive TorahAnytime lesson, we break down a class that explores the final global conflict before the arrival of the Messiah—complete with prophetic sources, spiritual symbolism, and mind-bending twists. Fire from the sky, a mysterious blast heard around the globe,…

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The King in the Kitchen: Torah, Marriage & the Omelet Test 1:34

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This week, we’re diving into a Torah class that doesn’t tiptoe—it charges in headfirst. A bold, no-filter take on marriage, masculinity, and what it really means to be a king in your own home. 👑 Why do women “test” their husbands? 🚽 Why do men run away (often to the bathroom)? 🍳 And how does a simple omelet become a symbol of presence, power, and p…

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Nick Gillespie on what happened to the "libertarian moment" | The Moynihan Report 1:02:32

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Nick Gillespie, Editor-at-Large of Reason joins The Moynihan Report to talk about where all the libertarians have gone. Subscribe to The Moynihan Report on YouTube. (00:54) Elon's Troll (03:31) Libertarian Moment (08:08) 70s Freedom (11:06) Tariffs (16:48) Agony of Abundance (23:20) Populism (29:58) Culture War (37:33) Amanpour's Fear (48:26) Big T…

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Why Writers Love Boxing (and Mike Tyson) - Sportswriter Mark Kriegel on The Moynihan Report 1:03:55

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Michael sits down with legendary sports journalist Mark Kriegel to talk about one of the most iconic and divisive sports figures of our time: Mike Tyson. Kriegel's new book, "Baddest Man: The Making of Mike Tyson" is out now. Subscribe to The Moynihan Report on YouTube. (00:00) Mike Tyson (01:05) Writers & Boxing (05:13) Tabloid Culture (10:15) Tys…

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Level One Judaism: Time to Upgrade 1:33

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Are we just playing spiritual checkers when Hashem wants us playing chess? This week on Torah Anytime Lessons, Josh Cohen and Avi Greenberg unpack a soul-shaking shiur that begins as a tribute to Rabbi Wallerstein, but quickly becomes a personal wake-up call. What if all the mitzvos, tefillos, and routines are just the intro to what Hashem really w…

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Disconnected: Reclaiming Your Soul in a Scrolling World 1:30

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Have you ever been so plugged into the world that you felt completely disconnected from yourself? Same. In this episode of Torah Anytime Lessons, Josh Cohen and Avi Greenberg unpack the first shiur of the Shovavim series — and it hits deep. Rabbi gets real about Kedusha, social media addiction, and how we’ve traded presence for proof. From bris pho…