Best Rendered Reality Podcasts (2025)

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Why Moderate Drinking Is a Myth with James Swanwick of Alcohol-Free Lifestyle • 407 1:08:53

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8h ago1:08:53

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Here's what you'll learn in this episode: • The latest neuroscience on how alcohol hijacks your brain's reward system and why willpower alone never works • A four-step method for rewiring cravings and handling social pressure without feeling deprived • How to shift from seeing alcohol-free living as deprivation to embracing it as the ultimate compe…

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'My Husband Took My Stuff' & 'I’d Tap That' & 'Yummy Calf' 45:07

9h ago45:07

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First, the plaintiff says her husband, the defendant, took her valuables from a house they shared and refuses to return them. She also says he’s been abusive toward her in the past. She’s suing him for the value of her missing property. The defendant says it was the plaintiff who secretly hired movers and cleaned out his house, so she’s the one who…

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Episode 510 - Industry Roundtable — James Cameron, AI, Sinners, and Indie films 1:14:10

24h ago1:14:10

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We’re trying something new this week and taking a break from the usual interview format. This episode kicks off a roundtable discussion format that we plan to revisit every few months. Chris is joined in person by Daniel Thron and James Blevins, both CG Garage podcast veterans, for a relaxed but sharp conversation about recent events in technology …

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'An UnbeWEAVEable Moment' & 'Unpaid Repairs' & 'Can't Stay Afloat' 45:19

1d ago45:19

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First, the plaintiff says she told her beautician not to use weave glue on her scalp several times during appointments, as she’s allergic to the substance. However, the defendant did just that anyway, causing the plaintiff to have a reaction and need to go out in public with a head wrap on. She’s suing the defendant for her pain and suffering. The …

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'Crown No More' & 'Swimming with Dolphins' & 'Hurricane Damage' 45:05

4d ago45:05

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First, the plaintiff reports that she went to the dentist for a crown procedure, only for that crown to last not even three weeks. She is suing the dentist for pain and suffering to get back the money she spent. The defendant says when the plaintiff came back, she discovered the tooth had cracked. She recommended replacing it, but the plaintiff ref…

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'Not Paying the Dough' & 'Blowing It for Good' & 'Van Go' 44:43

5d ago44:43

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First, the plaintiff worked for the defendant at a restaurant, but she hasn't reimbursed him for money he spent for items, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says the plaintiff was eating her out of house and home. He's nothing but a disgruntled former employee. Then, the plaintiff purchased a leaf blower from the defendant that turned out to…

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'Rubbing a Woman the Wrong Way' & 'Stalling a Deal' & 'Ruining a Renter's Deal' 45:13

6d ago45:13

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First, the plaintiff, a massage therapist, shared a rental space with the defendant, but she abruptly moved out, so the plaintiff is suing for loss of business. The defendant says the plaintiff is the one who up and left without notice. Then, the plaintiff leased a vehicle from two brokers, the defendants, but she claims it was a fraud, so the plai…

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What 72% of Dying People See Right Before Death (And Why It Changes Everything) with Suzanne O'Brien • 406 1:08:21

7d ago1:08:21

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In this episode, you'll learn: How to shift from viewing death as a medical emergency to understanding it as a sacred human experience that can teach us everything about how to live fully The practical wisdom that people at the end of life consistently share about what truly matters and how to apply these insights before it's too late Why developin…

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'Ringing up a Lawsuit' & 'Fooling Around with a Fiancé' & 'Accused of Not Trimming' 45:28

7d ago45:28

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First, the plaintiff says the defendant purchased a ring from him but made a reversal on payment, so he's suing. The defendant argues he wasn't happy with the quality of the ring, so he rightfully returned it. Them, the plaintiff says the defendant, her former fiancé, owes her rent money, so she's suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff took his …

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'Going Ballistic' & 'Working for Free?' & 'Abandoning an Apartment' 45:02

8d ago45:02

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First, the plaintiff says the defendant, his ex-girlfriend, filed a phony police report claiming he hit her. The plaintiff had to hire a lawyer, and he's suing the defendant for legal fees and a cracked doorframe. The defendant insists the plaintiff did assault her. Then, the plaintiff says his daughter is a model, and he hired the defendant to pri…

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'Attorney with an Attitude' & 'Doggy Dilemma' & 'Double Dribbling' 45:19

11d ago45:19

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First, the plaintiff, an attorney, did some work for the defendant but says he hasn't paid him his fee, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues he never agreed to pay the plaintiff. Then, the plaintiff says he purchased a puppy from the defendant, but it required treatment and died, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues she told t…

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'Bugging the Landlord' & 'Bumping It Up' & 'Weep Like a Willow' 45:09

12d ago45:09

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First, the plaintiff rents an apartment from the defendant, the landlord. He says there was a bed bug infestation, and he complained to the defendant, but the defendant claimed the plaintiff brought them in himself. He’s suing for the cost of new furniture. The defendant argues he sent someone to take care of the bed bug problem, but the plaintiff …

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'Big Problem with a Painter' & 'Hard-Pressed for the Hard Drive' & 'The Enforcer' 45:08

13d ago45:08

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First, the plaintiff hired the defendant to paint his new condo. He says the defendant never painted the rooms, but rather he primed them. He’s suing for his money back. The defendant claims the plaintiff is just trying to get a free paint job. Then, the plaintiff let the defendant use her cell phone when he fell into hard times, but then he ran up…

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Why You're Still Tired After All That Self-Work: The Hidden Energy Drain Keeping You Stuck with Reg Malhotra • 405 1:07:56

14d ago1:07:56

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In this episode, you'll learn: The real reason you feel drained even when nothing "bad" is happening - and how to spot the energy thieves hiding in plain sight Why most people stay stuck solving the same small problems instead of the bigger ones that could actually change their lives A simple process for turning past emotional events into fuel inst…

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'Scalping a Customer' & 'An Act of God?' & 'A Disastrous Apartment' 37:57

14d ago37:57

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First, the plaintiff went to the defendant for a hair weave, but the hair stylist burned her hair off, and now she’s going bald. The plaintiff is suing for wig products and pain and suffering. The defendant argues the plaintiff was happy with the job and didn’t complain until months later. Then, the plaintiff says some shingles from the defendant’s…

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'Not Going to Work for Free' & 'Smoke on Fire Island' 45:01

14d ago45:01

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First, the plaintiff is a model and videographer. She says she was hired by the defendants to create a promotional video for the defendants’ restaurant, but they kept changing their minds about what they wanted. The plaintiff says the defendants have paid her, so she’s suing for time wasted and what she’s owed. The defendants argue the video was no…

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Episode 509 - Marti Romances - Co-Founder and Creative Director, Territory Studio San Francisco 1:09:52

15d ago1:09:52

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Marti Romances, co-founder and creative director of Territory Studio San Fransisco, joins the podcast to share his journey from designing DVD menus in Spain to creating iconic futuristic interfaces for blockbuster films like Prometheus, The Martian, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Captain America: The Winter Soldier. With roots in multimedia and motio…

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'It’s Raining Inside' & 'Can’t See the Problem' 45:25

15d ago45:25

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First, the plaintiff brings her sister to court. She let her sister move in with her, but the sister’s troublemaker teen son wrecked the place by causing floods and breaking door frames. The plaintiff is suing for damages. The defendant argues the frames were broken when she moved in and the washing machine hose broke, which caused the leak. She’s …

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Why Smart People Keep Dating the Wrong Person (And How to Break the Cycle) with Marni Kinrys • 404 1:08:40

21d ago1:08:40

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In this episode, you'll learn: How to get clear on what you actually want in a partner (beyond surface-level preferences) and why this clarity is the key to attracting the right person The difference between people who date successfully versus those who just date often—and the mindset shifts that make all the difference Why most of us are unconscio…

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'Creating Critter Chaos' & 'Being Kitchy' 43:11

21d ago43:11

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First, the plaintiff rented a unit from the defendants, only to find it had a major raccoon problem the defendant couldn’t fix. She moved out and is suing for her rent and trap costs. The defendants say they couldn’t trap the raccoons because the plaintiff kept interfering with their traps, preventing them from completing the job. Then, the plainti…

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'What a Hooptie!' & 'Dressing Down a Customer' & 'Having Sticky Fingers' 43:33

22d ago43:33

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First, the plaintiff says he was hoodwinked into buying a lemon of a car by the defendant, and he’s suing to get his repair money back. The defendant says the car is perfectly good, and the plaintiff hasn’t even finished paying him for it. He is countersuing for the balance due. Then, the plaintiff bought a dresser from the defendant but didn’t get…

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'Running Off On A Roof' & 'Breaking a Guy's Heart' & 'Do You Have Sticky Fingers?' 44:23

25d ago44:23

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First, the plaintiff says she hired the defendant to replace her roof. She claims the defendant ran off with her money and never fixed her roof, so she’s suing for a refund on her deposit and lost wages. The defendant argues he went to the plaintiff’s home several times to do the work, but she made it impossible for him. Then, the plaintiff brings …

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New Blood Test Can Reveal Your Ultra-Processed Food Intake 9:44

26d ago9:44

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In a groundbreaking new study, researchers have developed a blood and urine test capable of identifying how much ultra-processed food is in your diet. By analyzing metabolites—chemicals produced as the body breaks down food—researchers can now distinguish between individuals who consume high amounts of ultra-processed foods and those who eat littl…

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'Running Out On a Roof' & 'Burning up a Baker' & 'Making a DJ Roar' 44:17

26d ago44:17

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Plus, the plaintiff hired the defendant to repair his roof. Unfortunately, the plaintiff alleges the defendant started the job but didn’t complete it, so he’s suing. The defendant insists the plaintiff’s wife abused his men while they were on the job, and he was fired. Then, the plaintiff hired the defendant, a photographer, to take photos of her b…

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'Phoning It With a Cousin' & 'Bad Landlording' & 'Cutting a Friend Off' 44:25

27d ago44:25

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First, the plaintiff is suing his cousin, the defendant, because he got her an iPhone, but she sold it before it was paid off. The defendant says the plaintiff works at Best Buy and gave her the iPhone as a gift, so she believes she doesn’t owe him anything. Then, the plaintiff rented a condo from the defendant, but she claims the defendant harasse…

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Losing Religion, Finding God: A Former Pastor’s Awakening to Love with John Rainey • 403 1:10:07

28d ago1:10:07

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In this episode, you’ll learn: How to navigate the fear and freedom of questioning your faith Why letting go of hell might be the most spiritually honest thing you do A deeper perspective on forgiveness, ego, and reclaiming your inner divinity Isn’t it kind of messed up that so many of us were traumatized as kids by the idea of eternal hell? We wer…

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'Painting Herself Into a Corner' & 'A Key Caper' & 'You're an Unfair Landlord' 43:44

28d ago43:44

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The plaintiff bought a painting from the defendant, and when he got home and compared it to the Craigslist ad, he noticed the colors were way off. The plaintiff asked for a refund, but the defendant refused, so he is suing to get his money back. The defendant says the plaintiff bought a very specific painting, and he seemed satisfied when she deliv…

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Episode 508 - Michael Ralla - VFX Supervisor, "Sinner" 1:53:11

29d ago1:53:11

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Michael Ralla joins the podcast to share his journey through the world of visual effects, with a focus on his latest project as VFX Supervisor on the film Sinners. He discusses how he worked closely with cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw, whose fearless approach to lighting and darkness pushed the creative envelope. The episode features a deep …

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'Taking a Whack at It' & 'Screwing It Up' & 'A Dirty Landlord' 44:17

29d ago44:17

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First, the plaintiff says the defendant hit her tiny dog with a cane, and the dog ended up losing an eye. Her dog had one surgery already and needs at least two more. She’s suing for vet bills. The defendant argues the dog lunged at him while he was walking his dog, so he was just protecting himself. Then, the plaintiff brought her expensive design…

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'Doing Nothing and Getting Paid For it' & 'Flooring a Customer' & 'Rubbing Tenants The Wrong Way' 44:10

1M ago44:10

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The plaintiff is an entertainer and recording artist. He says he hired the defendant, a publicist, because he promised the plaintiff exposure and magazine shoots. However, the plaintiff claims the defendant is a scammer who didn’t help him with his career at all, so the plaintiff is suing for a refund. The defendant insists he worked very hard to g…

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'Letting a Godsister Down' & 'That's One Bad Tranny' & 'You Didn't Plug My Leak' 44:02

1M ago44:02

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First, the plaintiff shared an apartment with the defendant, but the plaintiff says the defendant’s boyfriend practically lived there. The plaintiff couldn’t take it anymore, so she moved out. Unfortunately, the plaintiff says the defendant owes her money for a security deposit and unreturned belongings, so she’s suing. The defendant insists the pl…

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'Failing a Family Member' & 'Ripping Off an Investor' & 'Nice Guys Finish Last' 43:55

1M ago43:55

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First, the plaintiff lived in the defendant’s rental property and claims she paid for various improvements the defendant agreed to reimburse her for. Unfortunately, the plaintiff claims the defendant hasn’t paid her back, so she’s suing. The defendant says the plaintiff is a close family member, and he denies owing her anything. Then, the plaintiff…

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The Death of Presence: Doing It All and Doomscrolling Through Life with Dr. Jody Carrington • 402 1:07:56

1M ago1:07:56

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In this episode, you’ll learn: Why “you’re not that good” might be the most freeing thing you’ll hear all year How to stop performing connection and actually feel it What your nervous system, your kids, and your future self really need from you You ever feel like connection shouldn't be this hard? We’re wired for it. Built to bond. Yet somehow, we …

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'Busting a Bedroom Set' & 'Being Sticky-Fingered' & 'Wrecking The Joint' 44:09

1M ago44:09

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First, the plaintiff hired the defendant’s moving company and claims he damaged two pieces of her bedroom set, so she’s suing. The defendant says the plaintiff didn’t inform him about the damage until days after the move, and he denies owing her anything. Then, the plaintiffs gave the defendant money to hold onto for safekeeping while their bedroom…

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'Failing a Friend' & 'Running Out On a Roommate' & 'Decking a Customer' 44:23

1M ago44:23

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First, the plaintiff claims his good friend of seven years won’t pay him the balance she owes on a TV he sold her, so he’s suing. The defendant alleges the plaintiff told her it was a gift. The defendant believes the plaintiff is only chasing her down for the money because they don’t spend time together as often. Then, the plaintiff says the defend…

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'Leaving a Lady Friend High' and 'Dry & Scamming a Parker' & 'Staining a Customer Relationship' 43:31

1M ago43:31

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First, the plaintiff and the defendant were in a relationship for almost six years. While they were together, the plaintiff claims she gave the defendant money so he could bail his nephew out of jail. The defendant hasn’t paid the plaintiff back, so she’s suing him to get her money back. During their relationship, the defendant says he felt like th…

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'Manhandling a Lover' & 'Renting Out a Wreck' & 'Couching The Issue' 44:08

1M ago44:08

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First, the plaintiff says he and the defendant used to be in a relationship and lived together until the defendant kicked him out. The plaintiff claims while they were together, he paid for a car, phone, and nail clippers that she hasn’t returned, so he’s suing. The defendant denies owing the defendant anything and insists she owns the car. Then, t…

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'Being a Phony' & 'A Doggone Dilemma' & 'Four-Wheeling His Way Into Court' 44:11

1M ago44:11

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First, the plaintiff bought an iPhone on eBay from the defendant. He claims the phone was stolen and stopped working altogether. He’s suing for a refund. The defendant argues he bought the phone from someone else, so it’s not his responsibility to pay the plaintiff back. Then, the plaintiff and defendant live in the same apartment complex. She says…

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How to Be the Person Everyone Feels Understood By with Emily Kasriel • 401 1:06:49

1M ago1:06:49

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In this episode, you’ll learn: The surprising science behind what happens in our brains when we’re truly heard Simple ways to become a better listener—even in triggering or high-stakes moments How space, silence, and presence can transform your most important relationships Have you ever felt the difference between being truly heard... and just bein…

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'Mauling a Mom' & 'Look Where You're Going' & 'Giving a Tenant a Refund' 43:54

1M ago43:54

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The plaintiff brings her daughter to court. She says she loaned her daughter money after receiving a lump sum of money, but when she confronted her daughter about it, her daughter shoved her. The plaintiff claims her TV broke when the defendant pushed her, so she’s suing for the balance on a loan and damages to the TV and laptop. The defendant argu…

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Episode 507 - Jess Loren - CEO, Global Objects 1:02:01

1M ago1:02:01

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Jess Loren, CEO and co-founder of Global Objects, joins us for a wide-ranging conversation about the future of immersive content and the creative tech reshaping the industry. A force to be reckoned with, Jess has a sharp pulse on where things are headed, and she doesn't hold back when discussing the current state of Hollywood. She talks candidly ab…

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'Having a Mean Old Dog' & 'Bunking up a Bed Order' & 'Braking Into Court' 44:21

1M ago44:21

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The plaintiff and his dad went to the defendant’s house to visit her, but when they got there, the defendant’s dog started barking at him. The plaintiff argues the dog jumped and bit him in the face, which caused him to get eight stitches. He’s suing for medical bills and pain and suffering. The defendant argues the plaintiff ignored a “beware of d…

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Sorghum: The Supergrain Hiding in Plain Sight 10:01

1M ago10:01

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From its impressive nutritional profile to its role in blood sugar balance and gut health, sorghum just might be the next superfood you’ve never heard of. Listen in this week as Dee digs into the ancient grain that’s quietly stealing the spotlight in modern nutrition. Whether you're curious about how to cook it, bake with it, or just want to divers…

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'Burning Up A Tenant' & 'Rubbing it The Wrong Way' & 'Fudging On The Furniture' 44:15

2M ago44:15

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The plaintiff rented a home from the defendant. She says the home caught on fire and ruined all her belongings, but it started from an electrical fire. She claims the landlord won’t pay her back for her property that was destroyed, so she’s suing for the cost of belongings, pain and suffering, and the remainder of her security deposit. The defendan…

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'Not Computing' & 'Dancing Around An Issue' & 'Being Crass About the Grass' 44:09

2M ago44:09

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The plaintiff says he dated the defendant for years, and he sold her a computer. He says they broke up because she’s a pathological liar, so he’s suing her for what she owes. The defendant says she met the plaintiff, a hairdresser, when he did her hair, but he’s crazy and has sued her multiple times. She claims the computer was in lieu of plane tic…

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'Doing Some Doggie Damage' & 'Copping Out On A Car' & 'Playing Dirty' 44:21

2M ago44:21

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First, the plaintiff says she was walking her dog when the defendant’s dog mauled hers. She says her dog was badly bitten and injured. She’s suing for vet bills and pain and suffering. The defendant argues the plaintiff’s dog was the aggressor because his dog was on his property and his dog was just defending himself. He’s countersuing for dog medi…

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Religious Deconstruction: Finding Meaning in the Existential Void After Faith with Britt Hartley • 400 1:12:52

2M ago1:12:52

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In this episode, you'll discover: Why humans create meaning in fundamentally similar ways regardless of their cosmic beliefs How suffering can be both brutal reality and catalyst for transformation The unexpected freedom that comes from separating your identity from your beliefs Are we discovering meaning that's already built into reality, or are w…

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'Phoning It In' & 'Breaking Down Friendship' & 'Letting The Fur Fly' 44:32

2M ago44:32

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The plaintiff and defendant used to be very close friends. She says the defendant asked her to buy a phone and put it on her account, but the plaintiff said she would do it only if he paid the bills. She even reported it stolen because he wouldn’t pay, and now she’s suing. The defendant is countersuing for pain and suffering and defamation of chara…

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'Souring on a Son' & 'Letting The Muscle Fade' & 'Being All Wet' 44:07

2M ago44:07

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The defendant brings his mom to court. He says his mom illegally signed his name to a lease on an apartment they were all living in, but she paid rent late. He’s suing for unpaid rent, a bedroom set, and cleaning fees. The defendant argues her son knew about the lease. The plaintiff was in a band with the defendant. He says he and his band played a…

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Methyl Adaptogens: Your New Anti-Aging Dream Team 6:21

2M ago6:21

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The results of a new study shows that consumption of polyphenols in certain foods--known as methyl adaptogens--can turn back your biological clock. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the study and reveals the short list of common foods that literally help you age better from the inside out. Reference: Villanueva, J. L., Vita, A. A., Zwickey, H., …