Best The Block Party Network Podcasts (2025)

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How the Prof G Pod Gets Made, What Does It Mean to Be Rich? and What Really Matters in Hiring 23:59

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20h ago23:59

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Scott kicks things off with a behind-the-scenes look at how The Prof G Pod comes together. He then unpacks what it really means to be a “baller.” Finally, he shares thoughts on what actually matters when hiring new talent, including how we hire here at Prof G Media. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to officehours@prof…

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First Time Founders with Ed Elson – This Founder is Disrupting Our Addiction to Our Phones 59:56

2d ago59:56

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Ed speaks with Graham Dugoni, founder and CEO of Yondr, a company that creates lockable pouches to promote phone-free spaces. They discuss how smart phones have negatively impacted society, why schools have struggled to go phone-free, and how he runs his company without a smart phone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho…

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424. The Real JD Vance: From Never Trumper to Vice President (Part 3) 12:14

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How do you go from calling Donald Trump “Hitler” to becoming his most loyal ally? Why did JD Vance abandon the thoughtful, Christian conservative image that made him famous? And what does his transformation reveal about how power really works in Trump’s America? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more in Part 3 of their f…

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The Art of Power, Seduction, and Mastery — with Robert Greene 58:04

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Robert Greene, an author who writes about strategy, power, and seduction, joins Scott to discuss how to build power, the roles we all play in daily life, and how to find your life’s task and achieve mastery. Follow Robert, @RobertGreene. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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423. Question Time: Glastonbury’s Israel fallout, New York’s socialist mayor and why NATO called Trump ‘daddy’ 46:51

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Has ‘impartiality’ become a cover for moral failure in Palestine? Why does Trump want a Nobel peace price? And, why is the head of NATO calling Trump "daddy"? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@restispolitics⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠@RestIsPolitics⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Assistant Pro…

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Raging Moderates: The GOP’s Unpopular and Harmful Bill (ft. Galen Druke) 1:06:41

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With JD Vance casting a tiebreaking vote, the Senate voted Tuesday to advance the GOP budget bill. To process this news, Jessica is joined by Galen Druke — the former host of the FiveThirtyEight Politics Podcast, and current host of GD Politics. They discuss the bill that no one seems to like, what lessons the Democrats should (and shouldn’t) learn…

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422. Things Can Only Get Better? Starmer's Stormy First Year 58:23

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What have the Labour government achieved since the general election one year ago? What are the hardest challenges Keir Starmer must face? How has Donald Trump monetised the Presidency of the United States? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, earl…

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Should You Be Provocative? Best & Worst Rebrands, and What’s Next for Celsius 14:46

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Scott kicks things off with advice on whether being provocative helps or hurts when building your brand. He then unpacks some of the best and worst rebrands in recent memory. Finally, he weighs in on Celsius’ rise in the energy drink wars, and where the brand could go next. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to officeho…

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No Mercy / No Malice: The Grown Up Tax Bill 25:12

10d ago25:12

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As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/the-grown-up-tax-bill/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Vox Media Podcast Network

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The State of Play After the Iran-Israel War — with Karim Sadjadpour 53:52

10d ago53:52

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Welcome to a bonus episode of The Prof G Pod. Karim Sadjadpour is a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, specializing in Iran and U.S. foreign policy. He joins Scott to discuss what triggered this latest conflict, how it might shape the future of U.S. diplomacy in the region, and what comes next for Iran. Follow Karim, @…

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421. The Real JD Vance: The Power Behind The Man (Part 2) 13:54

11d ago13:54

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What do we know about the billionaire tech bros backing Vance who hate democracy? Is Vance the political face of a revolution for the super rich? Is he a voice for the Rust Belt, or an avatar for Silicon Valley? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more in Part 2 of their first ever miniseries, The Real JD Vance, exclusivel…

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Are Meta Ads a Scam? Marketing Without a Degree, and What Right-Wing Podcasts Get Right 15:16

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Scott weighs in on whether you’re just paying for bots when you advertise on Meta. He then shares advice on how to grow in marketing without going back to school. Finally, Scott compares how the left and right use podcasting to sell ideas. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to [email protected], or drop your qu…

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DM-Nastics: We Built This City! 42:53

12d ago42:53

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Welcome back to DM-Nastics - the gym for Dungeon Masters to work out their minds!Content: We talk about cities to add to your game.Inspiration: 8 Classic Towns To Put Into Your CampaignExercise: We Built This City!Taking Your Supplements: The Worldbuilder's JournalTwitter: @DMs_Block DM Neal's @joatmoniac DM Celeste's @cconowitchBlueSky: @dmsblock.…

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Winners and Losers in the Israel-Iran Conflict — with Ian Bremmer 1:08:56

12d ago1:08:56

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Ian Bremmer, the president and founder of Eurasia Group, joins Scott to discuss the Israel-Iran conflict, the role President Trump played, and what could come next on the global stage. This marks Ian’s 13th appearance on The Prof G Pod! Follow Ian, @ianbremmer. Algebra of Happiness: take a step back, stop complaining. Learn more about your ad choic…

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420. Question Time: The History of Iran vs. the West 53:21

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How much do you really know about the geopolitics of Iran and the Middle East? Have British MPs made a mistake with the Assisted Dying Bill? What does the King say when he meets politicians? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all this and more in today's episode of Question Time. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus con…

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Raging Moderates: A Shaky Ceasefire (ft. Rep. Jim Himes) 1:02:25

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Scott and Jessica talk through the aftermath of the weekend’s airstrikes in Iran — the lack of coordination in the lead-up, differing accounts of the damage, and confusion about a ceasefire. They’re joined by Rep. Jim Himes, Ranking Member on the House Intelligence Committee, to discuss possible consequences for Iran’s regime, citizens, and nuclear…

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419. What next for Trump, Israel, and Iran? | Peace vs. Regime Change 1:00:34

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Has Trump really helped agree peace between Israel and Iran, and how long will it last? Were last night's strikes from Iran on a US base merely performative? How real is the chance of Supreme Leader Khamenei falling? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more.The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus con…

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Does Scott Still Teach at NYU? Private Clubs for the 1%, and How Money Changed Scott’s Life 19:58

15d ago19:58

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Scott answers a question about his role at NYU. He then unpacks the rise of private social clubs and whether they could ever be made more accessible. Finally, Scott reflects on how building wealth has shaped his perspective. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to [email protected], or drop your question in the r…

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418. Trump Bombs Iran: What Happens Now? 48:51

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Why has the US entered the Israel-Iran war? Is this the beginning of a wider war? What does this all mean for the world? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both T…

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No Mercy / No Malice: Pomp vs. Protest 14:51

17d ago14:51

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As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/pomp-vs-protest/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Vox Media Podcast Network

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CEO Pay Gaps, Should I Quit My Job to Start My Own Business? and Why Community Colleges Matter 23:27

18d ago23:27

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In today’s episode, Scott tackles America’s widening income gap and what it reveals about our priorities. He offers perspective to a 20-something weighing comfort vs. ambition, and wraps with a big-picture take on the overlooked value of community colleges. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to [email protected]…

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417. The Real JD Vance: America’s Next President? (Part 1) 16:08

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Will JD Vance be America's next president, or its first king? What explains his journey from vehement never-Trumper to Trump’s Vice President and heir apparent? How far will he go in the pursuit of unfettered power? Enjoy this extract from Rory and Alastair's new mini-series on the Vice President of the United States, exclusively for members of TRI…

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The Collapse of American Trust — with Sam Harris 1:25:15

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Sam Harris, a neuroscientist, philosopher, bestselling author, and host of the Making Sense podcast, joins Scott to discuss the collapse of trust in institutions, the dangerous rise of misinformation and cults of personality, and why mindfulness might be our best tool for surviving modern chaos. Algebra of Happiness: father’s day reflections. Learn…

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416. Question Time: What the Head of MI6 Really Does 54:19

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What does the murder of politicians in Minnesota tell us about the state of American politics? What is the newly appointed Chief of MI6 going to know about the world? Is there a more divisive issue than immigration in the UK today? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exc…

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312: What Is? Tales of the Valiant (feat. Celeste Conowitch) 56:08

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DM Neal sits down with Celeste Conowitch, Senior Game Designer of Kobold Press, and discusses the new ttrpg system Tales of the Valiant. Tales of the Valiant Patreon @DMs_BlockDiscordFacebookStitcheriTunesdungeonmasterblock@gmail.com Knocked Prone Badventure Club Episode edited by: Neal PowellBy The Block Party Network

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Raging Moderates: Is Israel the Superpower of the Middle East? 47:34

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Scott and Jessica unpack the rapidly escalating war between Israel and Iran under Trump’s leadership. As civilian casualties rise and Trump teeters on the edge of deeper U.S. involvement, millions of Americans take to the streets in the historic “No Kings” protests—pushing back against what many see as his authoritarian power grab. Meanwhile, the N…

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415. Iran, Israel, and Trump: War in the Middle East 53:57

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Are we heading for all-out war between the US, Netanyahu and the Iranian regime? Is the West betraying international law in its support of Israel's pre-emptive strikes on Iran? Why did Starmer u-turn on a national inquiry into child grooming gangs? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become…

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How Allies Should React to Trump, How to Calm Your Nerves, and First-Time Board Advice 17:58

22d ago17:58

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Scott shares his take on how traditional U.S. allies should navigate the Trump era — and what might come after. He then offers advice for managing nerves before a big meeting or pitch. Finally, what does meaningful engagement look like when you’re a first-time board member and full-time parent? Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice …

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Emergency Episode: Israel Strikes Iran — with Dan Senor 1:00:34

23d ago1:00:34

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Dan Senor, a leading expert on Israel and the Middle East, joins Scott in an emergency episode to discuss the dramatic escalation between Israel and Iran. They get into the latest attacks, the risks of regional war, and what this escalation means for the U.S. and global stability. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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No Mercy / No Malice: Stream On 19:49

24d ago19:49

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As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/stream-on-25/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Vox Media Podcast Network

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414. Israel vs. Iran: What Happens Next 56:49

25d ago56:49

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Why has Benjamin Netanyahu's government launched an attack on the Iranian military? Is this the start of a new, larger war in the Middle East? What is Donald Trump's America's role in the conflict? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more in this emergency episode on Israel and Iran. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a mem…

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Returning to the Office, Advice for the Mediocre, and Why Scott’s Still Bullish on America 16:54

25d ago16:54

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Scott responds to a listener struggling with the return to five-day office life after years of working remotely. He then tackles a frank question: What advice does he have for the “mediocre”? Plus, is now the time to move to America or to stay away? Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to [email protected], or dr…

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Ambition, Media, and What’s Left of Hollywood — with Barry Diller 55:54

26d ago55:54

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Barry Diller, a businessman known for his influential roles in media and entertainment and also the chairman and senior executive of IAC, joins Scott to discuss his origin story, the current state of media and streaming, and his new book, Who Knew. Help us plan for the future of The Prof G Pod by filling out a brief survey: voxmedia.com/survey. Lea…

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413. Question Time: How to solve Britain’s immigration question 1:02:52

26d ago1:02:52

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Why does the BBC give Reform so much air time? Should there be a global refugee coalition? And, should we be surprised that AI might gaslight us? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-…

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DM-Nastics: 100lb Super Set 30:51

27d ago30:51

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Welcome back to DM-Nastics - the gym for Dungeon Masters to work out their minds!Content: 10 mental exercises for any DMInspiration: 100 episodes of exercising! Twitter: @DMs_Block DM Neal's @joatmoniac DM Celeste's @cconowitchBlueSky: @dmsblock.bsky.social Discord: https://bit.ly/DMBanterIntro/Outro provided by: @bomBARDedcastCheck them out at bom…

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Raging Moderates: Are Protestors Playing Into Trump’s Hands? 1:11:04

27d ago1:11:04

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Scott and Jessica talk about the protests in California sparked by ICE raids, and the White House’s decision to deploy Marines and National Guard members in the city. They also get into what the Democrats’ message for the future should be, the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia from El Salvador, the very public Musk/Trump breakup, and whether or not Am…

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412. Is Trump Starting a Civil War? | LA Protests 59:10

27d ago59:10

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Are the LA protests the perfect gift for Trump, and does pushing back just add fuel to his fire? What does Musk’s exit mean for the MAGA coalition? Why has Starmer u-turned on winter fuel payments, and can Reeves’ spending review turn things around for Labour and the UK? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest I…