Best Sudden Depth Podcasts (2025)

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That One Annoying Trope: Withholding Info for Drama | Petty Peeve 12:16

9h ago12:16

12:16

You ever watch a movie, read a book, or play a game where a character knows something crucial but refuses to tell the protagonist for no good reason? Yeah… it drives me crazy. In this episode, I rant (just a little) about why this trope bothers me. ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring …

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Unpacking Portland Mayor Keith Wilson’s first budget 15:55

2d ago15:55

15:55

During his campaign to be Portland’s next mayor, Keith Wilson had an idyllic pitch for the city’s future. Now the mayor is up against his first major challenge: balancing the budget. With a huge funding gap, how does Wilson hope to confront the city’s problems? On the latest episode of OPB Politics Now, reporters Bryce Dole and Alex Zielinski discu…

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126 - Inside the BFI National Archives - Film on Film Festival - Special Episode 1:39:43

3d ago1:39:43

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Episode 126 - Inside the BFI National Archives - Film on Film Festival - Special Episode For this early release of the podcast, I’m taking you behind the scenes at the BFI National Archive in Berkhamsted. The reason for the early drop? Tickets for the BFI’s excellent Film on Film Festival go on sale to the public tomorrow, 9th May 2025, and I wante…

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Think Neuro Mini: Treating Tonsils and Tonsil Stones with Dr. Abbas Anwar 2:23

19h ago2:23

2:23

Tonsil stones are small, calcified formations that occur within the crevices of the tonsils. Composed of hardened minerals or food particles, these growths are generally harmless but can cause unpleasant symptoms such as bad breath or sore throat. Tonsil stones typically appear as small, white or yellowish pebbles on the tonsils. In most cases, the…

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Claire Williams: proud of Williams' progress 1:02:09

1d ago1:02:09

1:02:09

When Claire Williams sold the Williams F1 team at the end of 2020, a very special 43-year association between the Williams family and Formula 1 came to an end. Founded by Claire’s father, Sir Frank Williams, in 1977, the team have won 16 World Championships – a feat only bettered by Ferrari and McLaren. Claire rose through the ranks – starting as p…

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REDDIT Q: How Do These Mutants Get to The Citadel? | Moving Characters Through Plot 14:36

6d ago14:36

14:36

A Reddit writer is struggling with how to naturally move their characters from one location (the Greenhouse) to the next major plot point (the Citadel). In this video, I go over a few possible ways to handle story progression and make character movement feel organic. ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do…

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Episode 33: Owning the Future? International Law and Technology as a Critical Project 47:44

7d ago47:44

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International law operates in a world of rapid technological transformation. From the battlefield to the border, from online content moderation to open-source investigation, from humanitarianism to development, from counterterrorism to migration management, practices of central concern to international lawyers are progressively altered by the intro…

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The rise of placeholder bills in Oregon’s Legislature 24:22

9d ago24:22

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Oregon lawmakers are increasingly relying on bills that are not what they initially seem. Lawmakers this session filed a record number of placeholder bills, which are often just empty vessels of legislation that morph into something more significant later in the legislative process. On the latest episode of OPB Politics Now, reporters Dirk VanderHa…

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653 -Jeff Maurer (Comic/Writer) 1:18:38

8d ago1:18:38

1:18:38

Jeff Mauer is the brains behind I Might Be Wrong, here on Substack. He was head writer for Last Week Tonight, with John Oliver and before that, wrote speeches at the EPA. He’s smart, funny, and thoughtful — and savvy enough to shut the fuck up when Chris Rock walks into the room. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other su…

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Think Neuro Mini: Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss with Dr. Abbas Anwar 3:00

11d ago3:00

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Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss (SSHL), or sudden deafness, is a rapid loss of hearing. SSHL can happen to a person all at once or over a period of up to 3 days. It should be considered a medical emergency. Hearing loss affects only one ear in 9 out of 10 people who experience SSHL. Many people notice it when they wake up in the morning. Others f…

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Jonathan Wheatley: leading Sauber forward into Audi era 53:27

8d ago53:27

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As the new Team Principal of Sauber, Jonathan Wheatley is taking on one of the most exciting projects in Formula 1. With Benetton, Renault and Red Bull Racing, Jonathan has won 19 World Championships over the last 34 years. Now, after nearly two decades as Red Bull’s Sporting Director, he’s in a very different role with a very different team. And n…

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Is ‘Coffee-Colored’ Skin Racist? | Reddit Story Question 15:40

16d ago15:40

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A Reddit writer asks if describing a Black character’s skin as “coffee-colored” is racist. In this video, I share my thoughts on the topic and why word choice matters in storytelling. ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges…

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Dan Handelman’s life, work and the vacuum his death leaves in advocacy world 18:48

15d ago18:48

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Portland lost one of its most active and knowledgeable advocates for police accountability earlier this month. Dan Handelman spent decades of his life keeping track of the actions of the Portland police bureau, and pushing for reform. On the latest episode of OPB Politics Now, we discuss Handelman’s life, death and what happens when an institutiona…

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64. A Multitude of Treatment Options for Head and Neck Cancer | Dr. Vivian Wu 38:06

18d ago38:06

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Human Papillomavirus, or HPV, is a virus that infects the skin and wet surfaces of the body. It's a disease that's commonly spread through sexual activity, and over 80% of people will get it at some point in their lifetime. HPV is an endemic disease, which, in epidemiology, means that it is constantly present in a particular population. While most …

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Piers Thynne: running McLaren's championship-winning factory 55:09

18d ago55:09

55:09

Tom Clarkson’s guest on this week’s F1 Beyond The Grid is McLaren’s Chief Operating Officer, Piers Thynne, who has been with the team since 2008. He oversees everything that happens at the team's base, the McLaren Technology Centre, so he’s played a crucial role in their current success. How have McLaren transformed into World Champions after finis…

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125 - "Suddenly Something Clicked" - With Walter Murch 1:27:25

19d ago1:27:25

1:27:25

Episode 125 – Walter Murch: Suddenly Something Clicked (And 5 Years of Filmumentaries!) In this special 125th episode of The Filmumentaries Podcast, I’m joined once again by the legendary Walter Murch — editor, sound designer, director, author, and true philosopher of cinema. This also happens to mark five years since I launched the podcast, so it …

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BONUS - Star Wars Celebration Japan - Day 3 Report from Rachel Pearson 11:46

19d ago11:46

11:46

Hi all, Here's Rachel's second and final report from Star Wars Celebration Japan. We hope you enjoy it!By Jamie Benning

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652 - Adam Aronovich (Healing from Healing) 1:18:38

17d ago1:18:38

1:18:38

When I first came across his Instagram account, I assumed he was a comedian of some sort, as he is so deft at taking the piss out of the New Age, Shamanic, Mother-Aya nonsense. Then I read his essay on Substack and realized that this dude is very, very smart and his humor — like all the best humor — is fueled by wisdom, compassion, disappointment, …

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BONUS - Star Wars Celebration Japan - Day 1 and 2 Report from Rachel Pearson 14:18

22d ago14:18

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As promised, here's report of the goings on in Tokyo at Star Wars Celebration, day one and two from Rachel Pearson. More tomorrow.By Jamie Benning

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BONUS EPISODE - Vickie Sampson on those stolen Return of the Jedi Tapes 11:51

22d ago11:51

11:51

In my previous episode I spoke with ADR specialist and dialoge editor Vickie Sampson. In that conversation she mentioned briefly about the time the Return of the Jedi audio recordings were stolen from her car. "That's a story for a whole other podcast", she remarked. So I contacted Vickie to ask her if she could record the story. She kindly obliged…

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Reddit Story Question: How to Improve a Complicated Character Arc 18:52

23d ago18:52

18:52

In this episode, I tackle a Reddit question about refining a powerful and emotional character arc between two brothers. From conflicting motivations to tragic events, this story has a lot of potential—but how can it be taken to the next level? Join me as I explore ways to deepen the emotional stakes, address unresolved plot points, and create a mor…

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How Oregon businesses are reacting to Trump’s tariffs 16:23

23d ago16:23

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Tariffs have been one of the dominant themes of the first few months of the Trump administration. And Oregon businesses are feeling the pinch, and the uncertainty. On the latest episode of OPB Politics Now, we discuss how Oregon businesses are responding to the tariffs and what it could mean for consumers. Find the show wherever you get your podcas…

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Think Neuro Mini: Eustachian Tube Dysfunction Relating to Nasal and Sinus Issues with Dr. Michael Yong 2:03

25d ago2:03

2:03

The eustachian tube connects the middle ear to the nasopharynx (back of the nose). It helps aerate the middle ear as well as equalizing pressure such as when flying in an airplane. Sometimes the eustachian tube does not function as it is supposed to and sometimes this may be related to concurrent nasal and sinus issues. Learn more about what can go…

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Esteban Ocon: feeling at home with Haas 57:59

25d ago57:59

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After five years with Alpine, Esteban Ocon is embarking on a new adventure with Haas in 2025. What challenges has he faced while settling into his new team? How is he getting on with new race engineer Laura Mueller? What are the strengths and weaknesses of their car? Esteban tells Tom Clarkson how he’s adapting to his new surroundings and how Haas …

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651 - Becoming Uncivilized (with Anya and Nadia) 1:15:57

23d ago1:15:57

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Anya and Nadia have helped lead our retreats in Montana for the past few years. In this conversation, we talk about the different kinds of movement they’ve studied and teach and how — along with Cameron and Melayne — we try to create a place and time where people can get very real with themselves and each other. Learn more about the event here. Int…

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'The team is a big family' - This week on F1 Beyond The Grid... 1:32

26d ago1:32

1:32

Tom Clarkson reveals which Formula 1 star will be joining him on this week’s episode of F1 Beyond The Grid. Listen to the full show on Wednesday 16th March or you can watch their chat on the official F1 YouTube channel.By Formula 1

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650 - Rambling ROMA 3 (For Allene) 25:37

25d ago25:37

25:37

Intro music “Brightside of the Sun,” by Basin and Range. “Tear,” by Red Hot Chili Peppers. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chrisryan.substack.com/subscribeBy Chris Ryan

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Oregon’s legislative session hits the midway point 18:06

29d ago18:06

18:06

Oregon’s legislative session is at the midway point. I’m Lauren Dake. On the latest episode of OPB Politics Now, we discuss what the Legislature has accomplished so far, how the Trump administration has affected Salem and much more. Find the show where ever you get your podcasts

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AI in Creativity Part 2: Update on My Personal Experience with AI in Storytelling 35:38

30d ago35:38

35:38

✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about building your storytelling muscles and developing muscle memory for crafting amazing stories. 🌐 Website: https://www.creativebff.com 📸 Instagram: https://ww…

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649 - Allene Evans - "Guardian of a Free and Just Society" (Crestone Series) 1:53:56

30d ago1:53:56

1:53:56

Allene would never describe herself in such grand terms, but the fact is that she’s spent a long career in law working hard to defend and promote the fundamental decency that is at the heart of the American justice system — or should be. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, …

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Meningioma (Brain Tumor) Case Study | Dr. Daniel Kelly 3:20

1M ago3:20

3:20

Dr. Daniel Kelly, Neurosurgeon, Director and Founder, Pacific Neuroscience Institute, presents a case study of a 52 year old woman from New York who was experiencing progressive vision loss. After an MRI, she traveled to Los Angeles to receive minimally invasive keyhole surgery for a meningioma (brain tumor). Using a endoscopic, endonasal approach,…

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Marc Gene: witnessing five World Champions at Ferrari 52:19

1M ago52:19

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Ferrari ambassador and former test driver Marc Gene has been with the team since 2004. During that time, Marc has had the privilege of working alongside five World Champions: Michael Schumacher, Kimi Raikkonen, Fernando Alonso, Sebastian Vettel and now, Lewis Hamilton. Do they all have a common trait that makes them so successful? What’s the differ…

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124 - Push the Button - The Curious Career of Jeff Okun 1:27:01

1M ago1:27:01

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Episode 124 Like many visual effects artists of a certain vintage, Jeff Okun didn’t plan on a career in VFX. In fact, by his own account, he didn't even plan to work in film at all. "I’m a completely accidental human being," he told me with a chuckle. His ambitions began on a very different stage — as a stand-up comic — until a sharply atheistic ro…

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Live with Daniel Pinchbeck 57:46

1M ago57:46

57:46

Thank you Daniele Bolelli, Douglas Rushkoff, Jesse Damiani, Michael Scarmack, and many others for tuning into my live video with Daniel Pinchbeck! Join me for my next live video in the app. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chrisryan.substack.com/subscribe…

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Reddit Story Question: Handling Sudden Strength Changes in Characters 30:25

1M ago30:25

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What happens when a character’s strength fluctuates dramatically for lore-related reasons unknown to the reader? Inspired by a Reddit question, this episode tackles the challenge of making these shifts feel consistent, logical, and engaging without confusing your audience. We’ll dive into foreshadowing, character dynamics, and how to balance myster…

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Is the Pacific Northwest entering an era of dam removal? 23:23

1M ago23:23

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The Pacific Northwest’s rugged beauty - our mountains, forests, deserts and rivers - is a draw for many of us who call this region home. For decades, many of our most powerful rivers have been tamed - by dams. But in recent years we’ve seen some major dams come down. And it’s possible more big changes are afoot. Is that good? Bad? We’ll discuss the…

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646 - Erin Ginder-Shaw (Depth Psychology) 56:09

1M ago56:09

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Erin is closing in on her PhD in Depth Psychology at Pacifica Graduate Institute. We’ve been very close since 1/1/16 and she’s one of my all-time favorite people. If I get arrested and have one call, her phone might be ringing. She’ll be joining us at the Becoming Uncivilized event at the Budokon compound this summer. Consider joining us! Intro mus…

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Think Neuro Mini: How Hearing Loss Affects Cognition as You Age with Dr. Abbas Anwar 3:27

1M ago3:27

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Hearing loss affects millions of people worldwide, particularly older adults who can suffer age-related hearing loss (ARHL). Beyond the obvious impact on communication and quality of life, recent research studies show that hearing loss leads to a higher risk of developing the diseases of cognitive decline such as dementia and Alzheimer’s. Hearing l…

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Giving this a spin 48:19

1M ago48:19

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Thank you Nikita Petrov, Lacey Delayne, Dr Doug, Andrew Ramos, Eamon Cullen, and many others for tuning into my live video! Join me for my next live video in the app. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chrisryan.substack.com/subscribe…

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Jaime Alguersuari: record-breaking debut to high-pressure exit 1:07:23

1M ago1:07:23

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Chosen by Red Bull aged 15. Suddenly launched into his first Grand Prix as the youngest driver ever, having never driven a Formula 1 car before. Racing for the Red Bull junior team, Jaime Alguersuari was expected to win. He was dropped when he didn’t. Speaking to Tom Clarkson, Jaime looks back at his rapid rise to Formula 1. From his surprise debut…

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645 - Walking ROMA 1:57

1M ago1:57

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit chrisryan.substack.com In this, the first walking ROMA episode, I ramble: Our world is ruled by unloved men. What’s it mean to be “driven?” Would the spirit of the angry prepper be ok with what we’ve done with his cabin?By Chris Ryan

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Petty Peeve: Using Full Names in Love Confessions 11:46

1M ago11:46

11:46

Why do characters insist on using someone’s full name when confessing their love? In this short Petty Peeve episode, I rant about this storytelling trope and why it grates on my nerves. No solutions, just pure cathartic complaining ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, world…

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Melissa Fireside’s sudden rise and downfall in Clackamas County 11:38

1M ago11:38

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Democrat Melissa Fireside came out of nowhere in November to win a key election in Oregon’s third most populous county. But the Clackamas County commissioner’s sudden rise came with an even quicker downfall. It’s just the latest change on a county board that’s seen the political pendulum go back and forth many times in the past decade. Settle in an…

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Think Neuro Mini: Essential Tremor with Dr. Natalie Diaz - Flashback Episode 5:07

2M ago5:07

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Essential tremor is the most common movement disorder in humans, and its causes are among the most mysterious. It’s a neurological condition that causes involuntary shaking. It can begin in one’s 20s or 30s, or much later in life. Dr. Natalie Diaz treats essential tremors. Its origins may be unknown, but there are treatments. The first step is to t…

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