Best Original Copycats Podcasts (2025)

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Why Apple’s Siri Is Still So Bad In The Age Of AI 15:28

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In 2011, Apple unveiled Siri as a revolutionary voice assistant, one that would change how we interact with technology. But nearly 15 years later, Siri sometimes still struggles with basic tasks. At WWDC in 2024, Apple unveiled Apple Intelligence, designed to make everyday tasks easier for iPhone and Apple device users, but the rollout of some feat…

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Episode 459: Genghis Khan

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Genghis Khan, born as Temujin around 1162 in the steppes of Mongolia, rose from humble beginnings to become one of history’s most formidable conquerors. Orphaned at a young age, he endured hardship and tribal conflict before uniting the Mongol clans under his leadership. In 1206, he was proclaimed Genghis Khan, meaning “universal ruler,” and began …

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How the Church Can Turn Teaching Into Training 27:59

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In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Podcast, J. Warner Wallace plays a video recorded at Green Bay Community Church in which he describes the difference between teaching and training. J. Warner provides a simple T.R.A.I.N. acronym to illustrate the nature of training using media to support each point.…

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Why Applebee’s Isn’t Seeing The Same Success As Chili’s 11:07

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For much of the 2000s, Applebee’s was America’s largest full-service restaurant chain. However, slipping sales and the shuttering of hundreds of locations has allowed Chili's, Texas Roadhouse and Olive Garden to surpass Applebee's which has seen its parent company Dine Brand's share price tank in the past year. Watch the video to find out if Appleb…

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Movie Time: The Hearse (1980)

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Tom and Jenny discuss a decently spooky flick from 1980, starring Trish Van Devere as a woman who inherits an old house in northern California and starts to experience troubling phenomena. Audio version: https://archive.org/download/movie-time-the-hearse-1980/Movie%20Time_%20The%20Hearse%20%281980%29.mp3 Video version: Please support us on Patreon!…

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How Airbus Surpassed Boeing To Become The World’s Top Plane Maker 20:46

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Airbus and Boeing have been competing head to head for decades as the world’s largest commercial airplane makers. The European-based Airbus entered the market 56 years after its rival. And today, more than three-quarters of the world’s commercial aircraft is made up of Airbus and Boeing planes.The Boeing 737 family and Airbus 320 family are the com…

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Sidetracks LIVE: Friday, May 30th, 2025 Edition

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Audio version: https://archive.org/download/sidetracks-live-friday-may-30th-2025-edition/Sidetracks%20LIVE_%20Friday%2C%20May%2030th%2C%202025%20Edition.mp3 Video version: Please support us on Patreon! Don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel, like us on Facebook, and follow us on Instagram. Also check out Jenny’s horror channel, The Scare …

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Why The U.S. Government Can’t Convince Americans To Have Kids 11:38

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America’s fertility rate is at a historic low, and governments around the world are experimenting with ways to raise birthrates. The U.S. is no exception, but experts argue the policies proposed by the federal government fall short. This video explores why one-off proposals like baby bonuses and child tax credits may not be enough to reverse the tr…

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Episode 458: The Skull and Bones Secret Society

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Skull and Bones is one of the most well-known and secretive collegiate societies in the United States, founded in 1832 at Yale University by students including William Huntington Russell and Alphonso Taft (father of President William Howard Taft). Often referred to as “The Order” or “The Brotherhood of Death,” the society selects about 15 Yale seni…

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How The Dubai Chocolate Craze Won Over Trader Joe's, Costco And Crumbl 8:39

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Originally sold by Fix Dessert Chocolatier in 2022, Dubai Chocolate bars have exploded in popularity. Their scarcity has fueled black markets and price gouging on resale marketplaces like eBay. Now, companies like Lindt, Walmart, Costco, Shake Shack, Crumbl and Trader Joe’s are capitalizing on the trend with their own spinoffs and dupes. As consume…

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Is the Bible Reliable? 1:07:48

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In this podcast, J. Warner Wallace reviews the evidence and case for the reliability of the Bible without using the four point template he offers in Cold-Case Christianity. Are there any good reasons to believe the Bible has been transmitted to us accurately and contains a reliable record of the life, ministry, death and resurrection of Jesus?…

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Movie Time: Kolchak: The Night Stalker (TV Series 1974-1975)

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Tom and Jenny delve into the cult classic Kolchak: The Night Stalker TV series from the mid-1970s, an excellent but short-lived show about a news reporter who constantly stumbles upon weird cases involving the supernatural. It was a massive influence on Chris Carter’s The X-Files. Audio version: https://archive.org/download/movie-time-kolchak-the-n…

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The Fight for AI Market Dominance | CNBC Marathon 1:08:01

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CNBC Marathon explores how different big tech companies are fighting for AI market dominance.A little-known AI lab out of China has ignited panic throughout Silicon Valley after releasing AI models that can outperform America’s best despite being built more cheaply and with less-powerful chips. DeepSeek, as the lab is called, unveiled a free, open-…

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Sidetracks LIVE: Friday, May 23rd, 2025 Edition

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Audio version: https://archive.org/download/siidetracks-live-friday-may-23rd-2025-edition/Siidetracks%20LIVE_%20Friday%2C%20May%2023rd%2C%202025%20Edition.mp3 Video version: Please support us on Patreon! Don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel, like us on Facebook, and follow us on Instagram. Also check out Jenny’s horror channel, The Scar…

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How 'Apple Copycat' Xiaomi Made One Of China's Buzziest EVs 13:02

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Xiaomi rapidly became one of the world's biggest phone makers after its launch in 2011. Its EV, launched in 2024, has also sold fast and outperformed cars made by auto veterans including Porsche and Tesla. And American automakers like Rivian and Ford are taking notes. Xiaomi's new crossover could be a serious threat to competitors--especially Tesla…

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How ASML Makes Chips Faster With Its New $400 Million High NA Machine 17:25

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In a highly secured lab in the Netherlands, ASML spent a decade developing a $400 million machine that’s transforming how microchips are made. High NA is the latest generation of EUV, the only machines in the world that can etch nanoscopic blueprints on advanced chips for giants like Intel, TSMC and Samsung. The size of a double-decker bus, only fi…

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Episode 457: The Bill Cosby Case

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Bill Cosby, a once-celebrated actor and comedian, has faced numerous allegations of sexual assault and misconduct spanning several decades. Over 60 women have publicly accused Cosby of sexual assault, misconduct, or rape, with alleged incidents dating as far back as the 1960s. Many accusers claimed that Cosby drugged them before assaulting them, of…

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How On Running Shoes Are Taking On Nike And Adidas 10:29

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Nike and Adidas have long dominated the global sportswear market, but a Swiss sneaker company is quickly gaining ground. The brand On sells premium priced athletic wear and is most known for its trademark running sneakers with hollow pads in the sole. In its most recent quarter, the company reported net sales of $869 million, over 40% higher from t…

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How Do We Know If We've Got Enough Evidence to Determine Christianity Is True? 27:59

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In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner Wallace discusses the nature of case making and the difference between “possible doubts” and “reasonable doubts”. J. Warner then reviews some of the corroborative evidence validating the New Testament Gospel accounts.By J. Warner Wallace

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Inside The Monster Series [bonus] 1:04:42

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Executive Producers Matt Frederick and Trevor Young sit down for an exclusive behind-the-scenes conversation about the makings of the Monster series. Get the scoop from the beginning and find out how a one-off investigation into a serial killer in Atlanta became an award-winning global podcast franchise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info…

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Movie Time: The Descent: Part 2 (2009)

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Tom and Jenny discuss the 2009 sequel to Neil Marshall’s 2005 claustrophobic horror classic. Audio version: https://archive.org/download/movie-time-the-descent-part-2-2009/Movie%20Time_%20The%20Descent_%20Part%202%20%282009%29.mp3 Video version: Please support us on Patreon! Don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel, like us on Facebook, and…

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Tariffs Could Signal The End Of American Dominance: Robert Reich 15:38

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Former Labor Secretary Robert Reich warned that the tariffs from President Trump's economic policy agenda could signal the decline of American influence in the world. Reich says if global investors, including Americans, start to pull their money out of Treasury bills and away from U.S. dollars in the wake of Trump’s tariff announcement, it could pr…

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Why The U.S. Might Increase Duties On Canadian Lumber Again 11:32

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Volatile lumber prices have been causing uncertainty for construction businesses. In April 2025, the price of softwood lumber was 23% higher than the previous year. Lumber futures in the first quarter of 2025 have also surged on fears of higher duties as well as sawmill closures across North America. That has impacted some of the U.S. biggest homeb…

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Sidetracks LIVE: Friday, May 16th, 2025 Edition

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Audio version: https://archive.org/download/sidetracks-live-friday-may-16th-2025-edition/Sidetracks%20LIVE_%20Friday%2C%20May%2016th%2C%202025%20Edition.mp3 Video version: Please support us on Patreon! Don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel, like us on Facebook, and follow us on Instagram. Also check out Jenny’s horror channel, The Scare …

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Why Americans Are Flocking To Nashville 11:34

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Nashville, Tennessee, has become one of the fastest growing cities in the U.S. While known as the country musical capital of the world, the city has transformed into a major hub for businesses like Oracle and Amazon and professional NHL and NFL sports teams. Its quality of life and low cost of living have been major drivers for its growth as well. …

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Why Prices Will Still Rise In The U.S. Despite China Tariff Pause 11:40

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The Trump administration may have paused its 145% tariff on China, but uncertainty still remains for both companies and shoppers. The shipping industry overnight went from one of the most severe drops in activity since the Covid-19 pandemic to a sudden surge, as companies rush to get orders in before the 90 day window closes. Prices are likely to r…

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Sending Humans To Mars: Can Trump Make Elon Musk’s Space Dream A Reality? 18:50

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Ever since American astronauts landed on the Moon for the first time in 1969, there’s been an appetite to visit our closest neighbor: Mars. Both President Trump and SpaceX CEO, Elon Musk have said that landing humans on Mars is a priority for the U.S.But a number of daunting challenges stand in the way of this goal. At the core of Musk’s plan to re…

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Episode 456: WW2 Serial Killer Marcel Petiot, aka Dr. Satan

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Marcel Petiot was a French doctor and serial killer who gained notoriety during World War II for murdering at least 26 people, although some estimates suggest the number may have been much higher. Operating under the guise of helping Jews and others escape Nazi-occupied France, Petiot lured his victims to his Paris home by promising safe passage to…

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Inside The World’s Largest 3D Printed Neighborhood 9:11

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3D printed homes are coming to the United States. Lennar, a major home builder, partnered with the technology firm Icon to deliver 100 homes to the greater Austin, Texas area. It was an experiment that could potentially reduce production cycles and labor costs for home builders. The homes stand one story tall and are wind, fire and mold-resistant. …

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How Did Jesus Deal with Doubt? 27:59

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In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Podcast, J. Warner Wallace examines how Jesus handled doubt when it was expressed by his followers and those who observed his life and ministry? What was Jesus’ response when people confessed their concerns about his claims to Deity? The answer may surprise you.…

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Movie Time: Leviathan (1989)

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Tom and Jenny discuss the 1989 science fiction horror film directed by George P. Cosmatos and starring Peter Weller, Richard Crenna, Ernie Hudson, Amanda Pays and Daniel Stern. It’s about a crew of underwater miners who stumble across a mutating virus on board a scuttled Russian ship on the bottom of the ocean. Audio version: https://archive.org/do…

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Why ‘Making It’ Feels Impossible In The U.S. Now 11:55

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Gen Z and millennials are facing a financial paradox: Despite higher wages and a rise in net worth, many still live paycheck to paycheck. Watch the video above to learn why traditional economic milestones like buying a home or starting a family feel out of reach and how instability, debt and housing costs are forcing young adults to rethink what "m…

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Why Real Madrid Is Set To Top The Sports Valuation Charts — It’s Not All About Mbappé 7:13

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Spanish soccer club Real Madrid opened the 2024-2025 season with a newly renovated Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. The club spent nearly $2 billion. That has already been a cash cow stream for one of the world's most famous sports team. CNBC's senior sports reporter Michael Ozanian breaks down why he thinks the La Liga team could surpass NFL's Dallas Co…

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Sidetracks LIVE: Friday, May 9th, 2025 Edition

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Audio version: https://archive.org/download/sidetracks-live-friday-may-9th-2025-edition/Sidetracks%20LIVE_%20Friday%2C%20May%209th%2C%202025%20Edition.mp3 Video version: Please support us on Patreon! Don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel, like us on Facebook, and follow us on Instagram. Also check out Jenny’s horror channel, The Scare Sa…