Best Suffer The Little Children Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 193: Dakota Levi Stevens (Part 1) 1:06:20

4h ago1:06:20

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Get your Magic Mind here: https://magicmind.com/BYLAINE20 You get 20% off for a one-time purchase and up to 48% off for subscriptions with my code: BYLAINE20 On April 25, 2024, 10-year-old Dakota Levi Stevens was rushed to the hospital in Valparaiso, Indiana, unresponsive. He was placed on life support, but his brain had been deprived of oxygen for…

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The DARK History of The Smiths' "Suffer Little Children" 15:05

17d ago15:05

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One of the first songs Morrissey wrote for The Smiths was "Suffer Little Children" and it was also one of his darkest. This is the story behind the song, its relation to the Moors Murders, the controversy it caused locally in Manchester, and its legacy. You DON'T want to miss this one! Watch the episode on YouTube and go deeper with more video epis…

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The WILD Truth Behind David Bowie’s Eyes 9:16

7h ago9:16

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Ever wonder why David Bowie’s eyes looked like they belonged to an alien? If you’ve ever wondered why Bowie’s gaze felt like it could pierce through dimensions, you’re about to find out why. This is the weird truth of David Bowie and his strange eyes... Watch the episode on YouTube and go deeper with more video episodes. ✉️ Join the Poetic Wax Podc…

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Five Criticism Survival Strategies (Best Of) 1:00:07

37m ago1:00:07

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In this bonus episode, Glennon shares her “Sort Your Mail” rules for dealing with the inevitable criticisms you will receive from daring to say anything, do anything, or be anything. Learn to sort your mail so you can keep showing up! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn m…

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Finally Democracy Fighting Back! | Jessica Yellin on Hope from SCOTUS & Harvard 56:09

12h ago56:09

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405. Finally Democracy Fighting Back! | Jessica Yellin on Hope from SCOTUS & Harvard This week, Amanda is back with friend of the show, Webby Award Winning Journalist, Jessica Yellin, to break down what’s happening in America and why this week there are a few stories to feel good about. -The alarming deportation case making headlines and how the co…

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How a NAKED Manager Saved New Order’s "The Perfect Kiss" 8:45

4d ago8:45

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In 1985, New Order released 'Low Life.' It's time to dive into the wild story behind "The Perfect Kiss" and discover how a naked manager, Rob Gretton, sparked a synth-pop classic with a desktop rant, and how Jonathan Demme’s iconic video sealed its legacy. From studio chaos to dance floor glory, this is Low-Life’s craziest tale! 🎵🔔 Watch the episod…

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It’s Not Too Late! How We Save the Planet with Dr. Ayana Johnson 55:39

2d ago55:39

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404. It’s Not Too Late! How We Save the Planet with Dr. Ayana Johnson Glennon, Abby and Amanda speak with Dr. Ayana Johnson, a marine biologist, policy expert, writer, and teacher working to help improve our climate future. The joy of imagining what comes next for our planet, if we mobilize and engage in fostering climate solutions. How to create a…

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Kelly Clarkson: Red Flags, Divorce & Starting Over (Best Of) 1:06:09

5d ago1:06:09

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In this deeply personal conversation, Kelly Clarkson – beloved artist, truth teller, and goddamn cheetah – joins us to discuss: How Untamed gave her the clarity and courage to divorce; Why she stayed for as long as she did; The lowest point of her life; What broke her heart the most in her marriage; How to recover yourself after slowly disappearing…

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Life Hacks: Strategies to Suffer Less (Best Of) 1:03:36

5d ago1:03:36

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We can do hard things, and yet, sometimes we can try easier. Glennon, Abby, Amanda – and the Pod Squad! — share the strategies they’ve used to suffer less – giving us simple Life Hacks for relationships, home, tech, travel, and saving time. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy L…

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From 1968 to Severance Season 2: The Wild History of 'The Windmills of Your Mind' 11:19

8d ago11:19

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EVERYONE is talking about Severance Season 2. Today we look at the WILD history behind the Apple TV series finale's "The Windmills of Your Mind" and its journey from 1968 to 2025. This one includes it all -- a high flying playboy (Steve McQueen), an olympic skier, an Oscar, and about 5000 covers from the likes of Mel Torme, the Muppets, Dusty Sprin…

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Save Your Life By Letting Go (of Codependency) with Terri Cole 59:57

7d ago59:57

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403. Save Your Life By Letting Go (of Codependency) with Terri Cole Licensed psychotherapist and relationship expert, Terri Cole, returns to talk more about high-functioning codependency—a term Terri coined to describe those who appear highly capable but feel deeply exhausted, resentful, and overwhelmed in relationships. In part two of our conversa…

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Are You A High Functioning Codependent? Find Out with Terri Cole 56:14

10d ago56:14

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402. Are You A High Functioning Codependent? Find Out with Terri Cole. Amanda, Glennon, and Abby are joined by licensed psychotherapist and relationship expert, Terri Cole, to talk about high-functioning codependency—a term Terri coined to describe those who appear highly capable but feel deeply exhausted, resentful, and overwhelmed in relationship…

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GOD IS EMPTY: The Nihilism in The Smashing Pumpkins' "Zero" 12:24

13d ago12:24

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"‘God is empty, just like me’—this single line fueled the iconic track "ZERO" off The Smashing Pumpkins' monumental 1995 album 'Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness.' How did Billy Corgan channel his self-loathing into a track that redefined The Smashing Pumpkins, and what made it resonate with a ‘messed-up generation’? Was it the nihilism? The d…

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Celeste Ng: Why You Feel Stuck (Best Of) 1:05:04

12d ago1:05:04

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1. What to do when you’ve done everything you were supposed to do and ended up in a place you don’t want to be. 2. Why the question “What do you want?” is terrifying – and how to start answering it authentically for yourself. 3. The power of imagining what does not yet exist in order to make space for new possibilities. 4. The gift of a “midlife cr…

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Julia Louis-Dreyfus: Why We All Lie & How Honest Can We Be? (Best Of) 54:48

15d ago54:48

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Julia Louis-Dreyfus joins us to dive deep into: going to therapy with her 87-year-old mom, how to love adult kids well, the metaphor that got her through breast cancer, and why we should all be excited about getting older. About Julia: Julia Louis-Dreyfus is one of Hollywood’s most influential, iconic actors and producers. She starred in and execut…

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What in the World is Happening with Your 401(k) & Tariffs?? | Jessica Yellin with What We Need to Know 1:08:24

15d ago1:08:24

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401. What in the World is Happening with Your 401(k) & Tariffs?? | Jessica Yellin with What We Need to Know Amanda and Webby Award Winning journalist, Jessica Yellin, delve into the intricacies of Trump's recent tariff policies and their impact on the global economy. -Why manufacturers are even less likely to open factories in America now than befo…

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Michelle Obama & Craig Robinson: Their Mother’s Last (Life-Changing) Advice 1:03:50

17d ago1:03:50

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400. Michelle Obama & Craig Robinson: Their Mother’s Last (Life-Changing) Advice Michelle Obama and her brother, Craig Robinson, co-hosts of the new podcast In My Opinion (IMO), join Glennon and Abby for a heartfelt conversation about love, loss, and the wisdom their late mother, Marian Robinson, left behind. They open up about parenting in the spo…

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The Baroques: The Band RUMORED To Have Outsold Sgt. Pepper 12:14

19d ago12:14

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Released the same day in 1967 as The Beatles’ infamous Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, The Baroques’ lone release is rumored to have outsold the much more wildly popular release in the local Wisconsin market. This is the story of a band that should have garnered more clout, and the struggles they had along the way during their short-lived te…

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Couples Therapy: The Tools You Need with Dr. Orna Guralnik (Best Of) 1:06:59

21d ago1:06:59

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1. What we are really fighting about when we’re fighting about the dishwasher. 2. We can stop asking whether what’s missing is a “want” or a “need” – and the question to ask instead. 3. How to use what most frustrates you about your partner to bring you closer. 4. How to start thinking of our partnerships as our own mini political systems. 5. What …

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FUN: What the hell is it and why do we need it? (Best Of) 1:06:37

22d ago1:06:37

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In this episode—in which Abby confronts my sister and me about our inability to have fun—discover: 1. The one “fun” post that caused more people to unfollow me on social media than any other. 2. Why girls may disassociate early from their ability to access fun. 3. Science’s insistence that when we’re gloomy, rest won’t fix us. We gotta play the blu…

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Finally Some Good News! Wisconsin Deals Big Blow to Elon & Trump | Jessica Yellin 55:40

23d ago55:40

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399. Finally Some Good News! Wisconsin Deals Big Blow to Elon & Trump | Jessica Yellin Amanda and award-winning journalist Jessica Yellin break down this week’s biggest political stories—from elections to immigration to authoritarian warning signs—and what it all means. -How the Wisconsin election served as a clear rejection of Trump’s policies and…

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The TRAGIC History of Stone Temple Pilots "Interstate Love Song" 8:43

24d ago8:43

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"Interstate Love Song" by Stone Temple Pilots is a story of deception, of heartache, and of addiction. This is the history of the song off the band's 1994 album Purple, and how it reflected the inner struggles of frontman Scott Weiland. Watch the episode on YouTube and go deeper with more video episodes. ✉️ Join the Poetic Wax Podcast newsletter 🎧 …

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The Rituals that Make a Magical Life with Michael Norton 59:47

25d ago59:47

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The Rituals that Make a Magical Life with Michael Norton Harvard Business School professor and author, Michael Norton, discusses the role and importance of rituals in everyday life–and how they can bring meaning, control, and emotional richness to individual lives, relationships, and communities. -The key difference between habits and rituals—and w…

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Ways to Be More Present: Indigenous Wisdom from Kaitlin Curtice (Best Of) 1:04:09

27d ago1:04:09

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1. How to listen to the signals our bodies give us, and other concrete strategies to hold on to being human. 2. The healing power of honoring and reconnecting with our little girl selves and with our Mother Earth. 3. How, if all else fails, we can practice presence and embodiment by talking to a house plant. 4. The traumatizing effect of purity cul…

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Bonus Minisode #6: Harper Littell 12:34

28d ago12:34

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*This formerly Patreon-exclusive bonus minisode was originally released on September 28, 2021. A young North Carolina couple lost a baby in what appeared to be a tragic case of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). When their second infant died less than two years later with multiple suspicious injuries, authorities began looking harder at father Za…

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Bonus Minisode #5: Aidan Leonardo 11:05

28d ago11:05

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*This formerly Patreon-exclusive bonus minisode was originally released on August 19, 2021. In January 2020, a Tennessee mom stepped away for ten minutes of "me time," leaving her two young children alone in the bathtub, and returned to find her 11-month-old son, Aidan Leonardo, floating in the water, unresponsive. Photos related to today's episode…

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The GHOSTS of Broadcast’s ‘The Noise Made by People’ 7:13

28d ago7:13

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In March of 2000, Broadcast (helmed by Trish Keenan and James Cargill) released their debut album "The Noise Made By People." Blending a dreamy psychedelia with both futuristic and vintage inspired pop sensibilities, their sound was one that has built quite the cult following over the years. This is the story of that album and how the ghosts within…

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Women at Work & The Episode That Wasn’t with Sarah Spain (Best Of) 1:07:47

28d ago1:07:47

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Pioneering sports journalist – the brilliant, hilarious, badass Sarah Spain – joins us to reflect on: 1. One of our most popular episodes – Episode 147: The Episode That Wasn’t – when we ended an interview after the guest was disrespectful to our team member; 2. The constant indignities and inequities in male-dominated fields; 3. To report or not t…

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Who Said What in that Group Chat Debacle & Is MAGA Starting to Fracture? | Jessica Yellin 1:06:53

1M ago1:06:53

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397. Who Said What in that Group Chat Debacle & Is MAGA Starting to Fracture? | Jessica Yellin This week, Amanda and Webby Award-winning journalist, Jessica Yellin, break down the most shocking political story in America: a leaked group chat between Trump’s top officials, revealing classified war plans and reckless national security breaches. What …

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How Sonic Youth’s “Bad Moon Rising” Captured the Dark Side of America 10:10

1M ago10:10

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Before they became the patron saints of noise rock, before the major labels and festival headlining slots, Sonic Youth were a band lurking in the dark corners of the New York underground. And in 1985, they released Bad Moon Rising, an album that captured both the decay of America and the restless experimentation of a band on the verge of something …

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Can You Change Your Partner? With Dr. Alexandra Solomon 1:01:13

1M ago1:01:13

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396. Can You Change Your Partner? With Dr. Alexandra Solomon Renowned relationship expert, Dr. Alexandra H. Solomon, joins to explore a common dilemma in relationships: determining when to accept a partner's behavior and when to advocate for change – and what role you typically play in this dynamic. -How to become a real-life power couple -Whether …

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No More Grind: How to Finally Rest with Tricia Hersey (Best Of) 1:10:17

1M ago1:10:17

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1. The Nap Ministry’s Nap Bishop shares small, concrete ways to bring rest into our own lives – especially when rest seems impossible. 2. Why so many of us feel like machines instead of humans – and the power of imagination as a spiritual practice to reconnect with our humanity and divinity. 3. Why grind culture – a collaboration of capitalism and …

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Indigo Girls: Sexuality, Sobriety, Faith & Freedom (Best Of) 1:10:08

1M ago1:10:08

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1. Why Emily couldn’t stop crying (and it wasn’t because she was emotional). 2. The intervention that got Emily sober – and why Amy wasn’t there. 3. Glennon admits something that she’s never told anyone before. 4. Amy and Abby agree on the shared cost of internalized homophobia and misogyny. About Indigo Girls: One of the most successful folk duos …

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Introducing The Women’s Hoops Show 2:45

1M ago2:45

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Women’s basketball is on the rise and The Women’s Hoops Show is here for every buzzer-beater, breakout star, and game-changing moment. Join host Jordan Robinson as she dives deep into the WNBA, college hoops, and the rise of new leagues like Unrivaled to bring you insightful conversations with players, coaches, and analysts. If you love women’s bas…

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The Exorcism of David Bowie's Swimming Pool 12:04

1M ago12:04

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In the mid 1970s, David Bowie released "Station to Station" as he transformed into the Thin White Duke. His mental and physical state was in major decline due to addiction. Becoming obsessed with the occult, he felt Jimmy Page of Led Zeppelin was casting dark spells on him. And then there was his haunted Los Angeles swimming pool. This is the story…

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Will Our Courts Hold? What You Need to Know with Amanda & Jessica Yellin 57:54

1M ago57:54

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395. Will Our Courts Hold? What You Need to Know with Amanda & Jessica Yellin Award-winning journalist, Jessica Yellin joins Amanda to discuss the ongoing standoff between the Trump administration and the courts, dissecting whether we’re on the brink of a constitutional crisis. Could this reshape the balance of power? And what does it mean for the …

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Episode 192: Operation Mei Mei 48:34

1M ago48:34

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Get 25% off the Magic Mind gummies here: magicmind.com/LAINEGM You can also use my code, LAINE25, directly on their website. #magicmind #gummies In 2022, 15-month-old Isabella Kuykendall attended the United States Navy’s Ford Island Child Development Center, a daycare at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, for three days. During those three days, Bella went from…

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Why Do Birthdays Bring So Many Feels?? (Best Of) 56:39

1M ago56:39

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Today, we’re attempting to solve birthdays. For most of us, it’s a complicated day full of mixed emotions, expectations, and comparisons. Why birthdays have become a set up for disappointment; Glennon, Abby, and Amanda share their best and worst birthday stories; and Strategies for making birthdays better and celebrating each other outside of that …

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Dylan Mulvaney On the Hardest Thing She’s Ever Done 1:01:17

1M ago1:01:17

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394. Dylan Mulvaney On the Hardest Thing She’s Ever Done Actress, singer, and creator of the viral TikTok series 'Days of Girlhood,' Dylan Mulvaney, shares her story of coming out as trans and all the turns her career has taken since. -The truth behind Beergate and where she’s at with it now -Why Glennon relates to Dylan’s experience so much -How t…

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The Censorship of "Sister" by Sonic Youth 11:00

1M ago11:00

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Twice censored, this is the story of Sonic Youth's pivotal release "Sister" from 1987, how and why the album's unique cover art got those black boxes, and the story of the photographer that sparked the change. Watch the episode on YouTube and go deeper with more video episodes. ✉️ Join the Poetic Wax Podcast newsletter 🎧 SONIC YOUTH ON VINYL: Sonic…

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SELF CARE: How do we identify our real needs and finally get them met? (Best Of) 1:01:44

1M ago1:01:44

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1. How to create lives that we don’t need to escape from. 2. Why our resentment toward others is our Secret Self-Care Signal. 3. Why refusing to be selfless is the best way to care for others and the world. 4. How to stop passing down the brutal legacy of martyrdom to our children. 5. Glennon’s life-changing spiritual practice: Habitual Quitting. T…

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How ‘The Bends’ by Radiohead Changed Alternative Rock Forever 16:54

1M ago16:54

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After the success of "Creep," Radiohead was at a crossroads. They struggled to cope with the potential of being a 'one-hit-wonder.' While their label EMI sought another big hit, they went a different direction. The result was The Bends, an album that saw them redefining their sound, and thus, the trajectory of alternative rock for the next decade. …

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Inside a WTF Week: Stock Market Nosedives, Dept of Ed Decimated & the Elon Circus with Jessica Yellin 1:01:21

1M ago1:01:21

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393. Inside a WTF Week: Stock Market Nosedives, Dept of Ed Decimated & the Elon Circus with Jessica Yellin Jessica Yellin and Amanda are together again to discuss the biggest news stories in what Jessica calls a “WTF week.” -How the latest tariffs will affect consumers, companies, and our electricity in the US -The facts behind the potential govern…

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Being the Boss of Yourself with RHOBH’s Bozoma Saint John (Best Of) 1:00:06

2M ago1:00:06

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1. The inspiring pep talk Bozoma gives herself in the mirror – and why we might all want to start using it to rally ourselves. 2. How to navigate the tightrope of corporate expectations for women: to be both self-assured and humble; both hard and soft. 3. The revolutionary realization that you don’t have to be the savior of others – you can save yo…

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Are The Kinks a MOD Band? 8:13

2M ago8:13

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Are The Kinks a MOD band? When you look at The Kinks' early work from the mid 1960s, they seem to fit the part. Sharp suits, R&B influences. But it's not as simple as that. Today, we break it down, defining what a MOD band is, and sharing the arguments for and against the claim. ▶️ Watch the episode on YouTube and go deeper with more Poetic Wax vid…

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Our New Book & Tour! The Secret’s Out (password for tour in pod)! 53:54

2M ago53:54

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392. Our New Book & Tour! The Secret’s Out (password for tour in pod)! Today is a huge day for the We Can Do Hard Things Pod Squad! Abby, Amanda, and Glennon wrote a new book – We Can Do Hard Things: Answers to Life’s 20 Questions. Please pre-order the book now wherever you buy books or at treatmedia.com! Glennon, Abby, and Amanda are also going on…

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Gloria Steinem: Laughing Our Way to Liberation (Best Of) 57:15

2M ago57:15

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GLORIA STEINEM – who dedicates her life to ensuring we know that we are not broken, but were born into a system intended to break us – lives in the DNA of millions who are giving birth to movements or to themselves. She reminds us why there’s nothing more radical than telling the truth of our lives, and listening to the truth of others’ lives. She …

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The DARK History Behind David Bowie's 'Young Americans' 10:34

2M ago10:34

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As David Bowie transitioned out of his glam phase, he set his sights on Philadelphia and Philly Soul. What came from this was the upbeat "Young Americans" and the album of the same name. This is the story of how that coincided with an incredibly dark period if Bowie's life as he transitioned from glam to plastic soul to the thin white duke. This is…

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Amanda & Jessica Follow the Money: Who’s Getting Rich and Who’s Getting Cheated 50:50

2M ago50:50

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Award-winning journalist, Jessica Yellin, and Amanda are together in-person, broadcasting from Washington, D.C. where Jessica has been reporting on President Trump’s recent address to Congress. Today, they follow the money to show us where this administration's priorities are – plus, a way to help organizations who are making a difference in the fi…

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Codependence: How to Stop Controlling Others with Melody Beattie (Best Of) 1:05:02

2M ago1:05:02

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1. The Mother of Codependence shares the difference between healthy and unhealthy helping. 2. The daily practice that helps Melody stop controlling others and “Let Life Happen.” 3. Why no one is able to gaslight you more than you. 4. The one area of life where Codependence is necessary. 5. All four of us surrender to the truth that we will never be…

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