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Volcanoes. Trees. Drunk butterflies. Mars missions. Slug sex. Death. Beauty standards. Anxiety busters. Beer science. Bee drama. Take away a pocket full of science knowledge and charming, bizarre stories about what fuels these professional -ologists' obsessions. Humorist and science correspondent Alie Ward asks smart people stupid questions and the answers might change your life.
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Americast

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Americast is the authoritative US news and politics podcast from the BBC. Each week we provide audiences with the best analysis from across the BBC, with on-the-ground observations and big picture insights about the stories which are defining America right now. The podcast is hosted by trusted BBC journalists including the BBC’s North America editor, Sarah Smith, BBC Radio 4 presenter, Justin Webb, the BBC’s disinformation and social media correspondent, Marianna Spring, and BBC North Americ ...
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Revisionist History

Pushkin Industries

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Revisionist History is Malcolm Gladwell's journey through the overlooked and the misunderstood. Every episode re-examines something from the past—an event, a person, an idea, even a song—and asks whether we got it right the first time. From Pushkin Industries. Because sometimes the past deserves a second chance. To get early access to ad-free episodes and extra content, subscribe to Pushkin+ in Apple Podcasts are pushkin.fm/pus. iHeartMedia is the exclusive podcast partner of Pushkin Industries.
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New government. New PM. New priorities. Can Canada avoid the same old shouting match? Catherine Cullen cuts through noise with two weekly shows that make politics make sense. On Saturdays, join Catherine on The House as she takes you to Parliament Hill and across Canada for in-depth interviews, documentaries, and analysis of the week’s news – from across the political spectrum. And on Wednesdays, join Catherine and her friends and fellow political nerds Jason Markusoff from Alberta and Danie ...
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Newscast

BBC News

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The BBC's daily news podcast, Newscast dives into the day's big stories so you're never out of your depth. Newscast picks the brains of BBC News experts so you're ready if someone picks yours, covering the latest developments in politics in Westminster and beyond. Follow the new Labour government led by Sir Keir Starmer. How will Kemi Badenoch do as leader of the Conservative party? Newscast will give you all the best insights from BBC News so you're across all the day's top stories. Newscas ...
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The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson

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Join intellectual phenomenon Dr. Jordan Peterson for enlightening discourse that will change the way you think. This podcast breaks down the dichotomy of life through interviews and lectures that explain how individuals and culture are shaped by values, music, religion, and beyond. It will give you a new perspective and a modern understanding of your creativity, competence, and personality.
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Pew Pew Bang is a video game podcast where every episode is a slumber party. Four women from around the game industry talk games, stories, and life advice. This is part of the MinnMax podcast network.
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The Chuck ToddCast is back! If you're looking for smart, no-nonsense political conversation, you've come to the right place. The Chuck ToddCast goes beyond the headlines, featuring conversations with top reporters, insiders, and newsmakers from D.C. to the heartland. No scripts, no spin—just real discussions about what’s shaping our politics and why it matters.
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Do Republicans make you want to drink and swear? You’re in luck! It's America’s original Sexy Liberal and host of the nationally syndicated Stephanie Miller Show in podcast form! Yes, it’s Stephanie Miller’s Out of the Gate and Happy Hour Podcasts, where you can hang out with Steph and her smart celebrity and comedian friends for a wild ride through politics and pop culture. Pour yourself a stiff one and get your podcast on HARD! Pants optional.
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The Odd Years

The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter

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Join Amy Walter, the celebrated editor-in-chief of the Cook Political Report, every other Tuesday, for conversations on the surprising — and often odd — times we live in. Amy brings her smart and sought-after insights on politics to a podcast that covers a range of subjects. What makes this moment interesting, unpredictable, and surprising? Amy will talk to people who live and breathe politics (like ourselves) and plenty who do not. We think you can learn stuff — and have fun at the same tim ...
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Smart Moms Plan Disney Podcast

Smart Moms Plan Disney Podcast

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(Any pricing discussed in this podcast is for entertainment purposes only. See full terms and conditions at https://smartmomstravel.com/) Don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to the channel to get notifications on our newest episodes! Ready to plan your vacation with one of the Smart Moms Plan Disney Podcast co-hosts? Fill out our 1-minute form here: http://bit.ly/planwiththepod
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Flightless Bird

David Farrier

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Flightless Bird follows journalist David Farrier as he learns about what makes America special from his unique perspective as a Kiwi accidentally marooned in the Land of the Free. Infinitely curious but never judgmental, each week, David (along with cohost and American Rob) seeks to understand what makes America so unique, strange, and wonderful.
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Cinematic Doctrine is a mature, millennial-infused film/tv discussion podcast from Melvin Benson that features Movie Discussions (conversational episodes about specific movies), Party Pleasers (movies fully-summarized from start to finish to discern if its a 'Party Pleaser' or 'Party Pooper'), and Let's Talks (prepared film-or-Christian related topical episodes). Influenced by Acts 17 and Romans 2:4. Podcast Magazine says Cinematic Doctrine "uses the shared value of human life as a springboa ...
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Every Friday Night 9pm-11pm www.housepartyradio.net DAB | Online | Smart Speaker | Mobile If you are in Liverpool, Warrington, Widnes, Runcorn, Blackpool, Preston, Southport, Birmingham you might need to rescan your dab radio to find us.
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The Greatness Machine

Darius Mirshahzadeh | YAP Media

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The Greatness Machine is on a Quest to Maximize the Human Experience! Join Award Winning CEO and Author, Darius Mirshahzadeh (pron. Mer-shaw-za-day), as he interviews some of the greatest minds in the world―turning their wisdom and experience into learnings and advice you can use in your life so that you can level up and create greatness. Join Darius as he goes deep with guests like: Moby, Seth Godin, Gabby Reece, Amanda Knox, UFC Ring Announcer Bruce Buffer, Former FBI Negotiator Chris Voss ...
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The Prancing Pony Podcast

The Prancing Pony Podcast

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The Prancing Pony Podcast is a weekly show about the Middle-earth legendarium of J.R.R. Tolkien, hosted - for six seasons - by Alan Sisto and Shawn E. Marchese. Now in its ninth season, Alan is joined by an all-star cast of co-hosts as he explores more of Middle-earth! Alan and all his co-hosts are passionate Tolkien enthusiasts, inviting listeners to enjoy their detailed exploration of Tolkien’s work, with smart but straightforward discussion and a healthy dose of self-effacing humor, pop-c ...
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Open to Debate

Open to Debate

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America is more divided than ever—but it doesn’t have to be. Open to Debate offers an antidote to the chaos. We bring multiple perspectives together for real, nonpartisan debates. Debates that are structured, respectful, clever, provocative, and driven by the facts. Open to Debate is on a mission to restore balance to the public square through expert moderation, good-faith arguments, and reasoned analysis. We examine the issues of the day with the world’s most influential thinkers spanning s ...
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OTB GAA

OTB Sports

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Subscribe to 'OTB GAA' for the very best GAA coverage from OTB Sports. Bringing you the insights and stories from the top names in Gaelic Games - from Tommy Walsh to The Football Pod with Paddy Andrews and James O'Donoghue, The Hurling Pod with James Skehill and Paul Murphy and much more besides. With Off The Ball Breakfast, Off The Ball, live GAA coverage and our world famous roadshows, we'll be bringing you the yarns, the tales, the fallouts and the analysis right across Hurling, Camogie, ...
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Party Politics

Houston Public Media

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Overwhelmed by the political news cycle every week? We get it — that’s why we’re ‘keeping the fun but losing all the drama’ of politics! Party Politics podcast is hosted by Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina, two smart and sassy University of Houston political science professors, who deliver a friendly, funny, and casually informative recap of the week's biggest political news stories. Join the conversation on Twitter @HPMPolitics; use #PartyPoliticsPod to ask Brandon and Jeronimo ques ...
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THE COMPARISON GUY PODCAST

THE COMPARISON GROUP

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DEFINITELY NOT YOUR TYPICAL POLITICAL PODCAST. DISCUSSION NOT DEBATE FOR SMART PEOPLE WHO HATE THE POLITICAL BLAME GAME. ANYONE CAN RANT AND POINT FINGERS. THIS PODCAST FOCUSES ON IDEAS, SUGGESTIONS, AND SOLUTIONS. A BLEND OF COMEDY WITH INFORMATIVE COMMENTARY FROM A HOST ROOTING FOR AMERICA, NOT A POLITICAL PARTY. GREAT MINDS DO NOT ALWAYS HAVE TO THINK ALIKE.
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A collection of pop culture podcasts full of smart, funny people who love talking about TV, movies, books, comics, games, and much more. This feed contains episodes from all the podcasts produced by The Incomparable.
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Ohio Politics Explained

Ohio Politics Explained

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You give us 15 minutes a week, and we will give you all the news you need to sound smart and impress your friends. Show Host: Haley BeMiller, politics reporter for the USA TODAY Network Ohio Bureau
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The World Unpacked

Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

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The World Unpacked is a biweekly foreign policy podcast hosted by Sophia Besch that breaks down the hottest global issues of today with experts, journalists, and policymakers who can explain what is happening, why it matters, and where we go from here. Tune in to get smart on foreign policy.
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What do you get when you ask smart, curious people five completely random questions? You get real stories, weird tangents, and conversations they’ve never had before. On 5 Random Questions, host Danny Brown invites creators, entrepreneurs, and fascinating humans to skip the pitches and ditch the talking points - and just show up as themselves. There’s no script. Just five surprising prompts dropped throughout a relaxed, unpredictable conversation. Think laughter, awkward hypotheticals, perso ...
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The Dropout

ABC News

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Money. Romance. Tragedy. Deception. The story of Elizabeth Holmes and Theranos is an unbelievable tale of ambition and fame gone terribly wrong. How did the world’s youngest self-made female billionaire lose it all in the blink of an eye? How did the woman once heralded as “the next Steve Jobs” find herself facing criminal charges - to which she pleaded not guilty - and up to decades in prison? How did her technology, meant to revolutionize health care, potentially put millions of patients a ...
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The Sounds in My Head is a biweekly music show featuring songs and bands you might have missed. Hosted by Daniel since 2004. Musically The Sounds in My Head attempts to be fairly eclectic, but probably tends to lean towards "indie pop" music. Also, I try to squeeze in as much left-wing propaganda as possible between tracks.
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In & Around Podcasting

Mark Asquith, Danny Brown & Friends

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We love podcast industry podcasts - there are a lot of them and they're run by smart, passionate people who live and breathe podcasting and who are usually industry professionals. Sometimes though, they don't give the day-to-day enthusiast, creator or indie podcaster a platform to have their say, often taking "the view from the top" as delivered by the "podcasting professionals". In & Around Podcasting has been designed to respect and live alongside those shows and to be an accessible, inclu ...
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Gathering input from many successful cash-based practice owners, this podcast covers all components of starting or transitioning into the out-of-network/private-pay business model for your private practice. Though the host, Jarod Carter PT, DPT, MTC, and many interviewees are physical therapists, this information is applicable to most healthcare, fitness, and wellness-related businesses looking to decrease reliance on 3rd party payors, and increase cash-based revenue streams. We cover a huge ...
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Mr M History Podcast

Cameron Mitchell

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How often do you start a new educational podcast only to lose focus 10 minutes into the monologue? A history teacher is joined by two co-hosts who probably think that the Second Gulf War was when Tiger Woods faced off against Mickleson in the 2001 Masters. This is a light-hearted podcast designed to make important moments in modern history digestible for the common man and to make you sound like you know what you're talking about the next time you need to sound smart. Hosted on Acast. See ac ...
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Is This Legal?

Hebets & McCallin PC

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Some dynamic duos solve crime, some commit crime, and some just like to talk about it. Get comfortable and let premier Denver criminal defense attorneys Russell Hebets and Colin McCallin break down legal issues for you in a lighthearted, easy-to-follow style. Whether you're looking for advice that might help you out of a jam, or you're interested in true crime events from around the country, or you just want to sound smart at a party, the guys at Is This Legal? have you covered. Credit to Ja ...
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PPC Town Hall

Frederick Vallaeys

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Host Fred Vallaeys, Co-founder of Optmyzr, is joined by PPC experts for a panel discussion on the latest hot topics in the search marketing world. Topics range from updates to Google, Bing, Facebook, and Amazon Ads, to changes in online search behavior, or changes in the business world. Learn what the experts are seeing in the industry, how they're reacting to make the most of the opportunity, and what they think the future holds.
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A Swinger Podcast by Cate and Darrell, an Aussie couple who navigate their journey from monogamy to the exciting world of non-monogamy. On Wanderlust Swingers, we dive deep into our real-life adventures in the swinging lifestyle, sharing candid experiences about swinging, hotwifing, couple dating, and the broader world of sex positivity. Whether you’re curious about the lifestyle, an experienced swinger, or somewhere in between, our podcast offers an open and honest look at what it means to ...
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Today we’re looking at the reaction to a security breach at RAF Brize Norton in Oxfordshire. Pro-Palestinian activists broke into the base and sprayed two military planes with red paint. The home secretary will move to proscribe the Palestine Action group in the coming weeks, effectively branding them as a terrorist organisation, the BBC understand…
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Headlines ... - Washington ... - Silicon Valley ... - China ... - Africa ... - Europe ... Bob joins to discuss the Israel-Iran war ... Has Trump had a change of heart? ... The Pandora's Box of a US attack ... Connor makes the pro-bombing-Iran argument ... Bob: A diplomatic solution would have been 'trivially easy' ... Trump's missed opportunity for…
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After a flurry of amendments and a series of Friday evening votes, Prime Minister Mark Carney has passed his One Canadian Economy Act through the House of Commons. The bill accelerates approvals for projects deemed in Canada’s national interest, but not everyone is pleased with the Liberals fast-tracking the legislation. Trevor Mercredi, Grand Chie…
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Get ready for a no-holds-barred political discussion as Jody Hamilton steps in for Stephanie Miller! Jody will fearlessly dissect the latest controversies surrounding trans rights, analyze the intricate web of foreign policy decisions, and scrutinize statements from prominent political figures. Don't miss her critical examination of the current adm…
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This weekend Alice Springs will host its penultimate beanie festival. A celebration of the red centre's love for the humble beanie, the festival is in its 29th year. From humble beginnings — 100 beanies and a pot of pumpkin soup — the festival now boasts thousands of beanies from elaborate art pieces to basic knitted numbers.…
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Today, the weekend newspapers should have been full of Prime Minister Albanese's anticipated first meeting with President Trump. Instead, we saw a rash of headlines about how the Australian prime minister was snubbed. It's not the first time the press have seized upon the perceived slighting of an Aussie PM. Jimmy Carter called Malcolm Fraser John.…
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Some of the world’s leading climate and ocean researchers are gathering in Cairns for the annual conference of the Australian Meteorological and Oceanographic Society to discuss the latest findings in meteorology, climate science and oceanography. The meeting follows this year's extreme marine heatwaves on both sides of the continent in which Ninga…
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Some of the world’s leading climate and ocean researchers are gathering in Cairns for the annual conference of the Australian Meteorological and Oceanographic Society to discuss the latest findings in meteorology, climate science and oceanography. The meeting follows this year's extreme marine heatwaves on both sides of the continent in which Ninga…
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Over the past decade, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has poured billions of dollars into global sport, hugely influencing the governance and growth of football, golf, boxing and tennis. In 2034, the once closed-off Kingdom will host the world's most-viewed sporting event — the men's FIFA World Cup — all part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's grand…
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“Fortress WA” is how Western Australia's Treasurer Rita Saffioti described how her state will use its huge budget surplus to insulate the state from global tensions. WA has reported its seventh consecutive surplus of $2.5 billion for 2024-25, with a further surplus forecast for the following year. This budgetary position continues to be the envy of…
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European officials have lined up behind the Trump administration’s demand that Iran stop its uranium-enrichment program, increasing pressure on Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who was in Geneva for the talks. So far, Iran is refusing to end uranium enrichment or negotiate with the US unless Israel halts its attacks on the country. Meanshile…
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Texas consistently ranks near the bottom when it comes to voter turnout — but why? In this episode of Party Politics, co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina dig into the numbers behind Texas’ low voter turnout and explore the many factors that shape how, when, and whether people cast a ballot. TOPICS:Why eligible voters aren’t registerin…
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Most of the political attention these days is centered in D.C, but there's a pretty fascinating primary contest happening just a train ride north in New York City. The Democratic primary for mayor of the Big Apple features a crowded field of Democrats, including some well known names like former Governor Andrew Cuomo, who was forced to resign after…
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Today, MPs have voted in favour of the assisted dying bill, in the biggest step so far in favour of the changing of the law. MPs vote to back a bill legalising assisted dying in England and Wales by 23 votes. Prime Minister Keir Starmer voted in favour of the bill, while Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch voted against. The bill would allow terminal…
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Filling in for Stephanie Miller, Jody Hamilton unpacks the complex situation surrounding recent reports of ICE agents at Dodger Stadium. She dissects conflicting statements from various agencies, examines the implications for the immigrant community, and analyzes the Dodgers' response to the ensuing protests. Join her as she navigates the confusion…
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The second (and final?) season of the BBC/Disney+ collaboration era of “Doctor Who” is at an end, and so our crew of fans is here to pick up the pieces and ponder what went right and (unfortunately) what went wrong. Where does this franchise go from here? "Doctor Who" season 2 wrap-up Jason Snell with Steven Schapansky, Erika Ensign, Chip Sudderth,…
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Chuck Todd is joined by former North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory for a wide-ranging conversation about the state of American politics and governance. McCrory, who describes himself as a Reagan conservative, discusses how modern politics has become trapped in rigid left/right binary thinking and reflects on his experience managing civil unrest dur…
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What if your core values weren’t just words on a wall—but the driving force behind every decision, meeting, and moment of accountability? In this solo episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius Mirshahzadeh dives into practical, powerful ways to bring core values to life—turning them into living, breathing parts of your team’s daily rhythms. From fam…
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Jody Hamilton steps in for Stephanie Miller, leading a vital discussion on critical issues. This episode delves into the implications of military ranks, the complexities of foreign policy, and the challenges facing the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. With insights from Dr. Irwin Redlener and Dana Goldberg, hear personal experiences and a critical analysis of…
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We begin Stanwyck Summer with one of her most iconic films, and greatest performances. Stella Dallas is pure melodrama, so sudsy that the name was taken by a radio soap opera. Stella is a working-class woman with a daughter she wants to give all the things she never had. Will she succeed? Will her daughter be grateful? Tune in tomorrow! Stella Dall…
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A little bit later than planned, James Skehill and Paul Murphy joined Will O'Callaghan to look ahead to this weekend's All-Ireland Hurling Quarter-Finals. Tipperary look to pick up a first Championship win over Galway since 2016, can Dublin pull off a shock and register a third straight Championship victory over Limerick? And after more 20+ point h…
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Today, what role could the UK play in the conflict between Israel and Iran? President Donald Trump will decide on whether the US gets directly involved in the Iran-Israel conflict within the next two weeks, the White House says. Adam, Chris, Alex and Faisal discuss; what the Prime Minister's options are if the US does directly attack Iran? How the …
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As the world waits for Donald Trump’s decison on whether to join Israel in striking Iran’s nuclear sites, he is quickly losing support from his own party. Donald Trump has generally enjoyed party unity since returning to office in January but now faces an open revolt over the possibility of US strikes against Iran.Some of Trump’s biggest supporters…
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Academy award nominee Robert Forster chews all available scenery in part one of this two-part episode featuring a rogue mission to Cambodia. The gang travels upriver to the heart of darkness to the strains of a very bad Creedence Clearwater Revival cover. Death to the papists! Jason Snell, Philip Michaels and David J. Loehr…
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Jody Hamilton, stepping in for Stephanie Miller, dissects the fiery confirmation hearing of Secretary Hegseth. Senators Duckworth, Slotkin, and Hirono didn't hold back, directly questioning his qualifications and deeply concerning past remarks about protestors. Beyond the hearing, we navigate today's tumultuous political climate, from the impact of…
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In this urgent conversation, Jonathan Haidt and Jordan Peterson dissect the silent catastrophe facing Gen Z—spiraling anxiety, attention collapse, and social isolation—all amplified by addictive tech. They explore the psychological and spiritual fallout of algorithm-optimized platforms, the gendered impact on boys and girls, and what it means to ra…
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THE PROTESTS AGAINST ICE IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT IN L.A. RAGE ON. ISRAEL LAUNCHES A LONG ANTICPATED ATTACK ON IRAN'S NUCLEAR FACILITIES. PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP PONDERS WHETHER THE US SHOULD GET INVOLVED, BUT SENATOR TED CRUZ MAY HAVE SPILLED THE BEANS THAT WE ALREADY ARE IN AN INTERVIEW WITH TUCKER CARLSON. LASTLY, A HORRIFIC ATTACK CLAIMED THE LIV…
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Chuck Todd begins by reflecting on the 10th anniversary of Trump descending his golden escalator and the profound impact he’s had on both our politics and culture since. He argues that Trump has had the greatest impact of any president since FDR, why Trump’s “fake it til you make it” persona appeals to voters and believes the negative impacts Trump…
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How should we understand China’s unique variety of party-state capitalism? In this episode of The World Unpacked, Isaac Kardon sits down with Dr. Meg Rithmire, a renowned scholar of political economy in China and the James E. Robison Professor at Harvard Business School, to discuss how capitalism functions in a party-state that tries to maintain “r…
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That's a wrap on Season 3 of 5 Random Questions, so here's a short, bonus episode to say thank you for becoming a valued listener, and when to expect Season 4. Answering the questions this week: Further reading for this episode Review 5 Random Questions Mercury Podcast Network Products I Use for 5 Random Questions Note: these may contain affiliate …
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In 2020, the Financial Times exposed a 2 billion euro fraud at Wirecard, a high-flying German fintech. Many thought that was the end of the story. But for reporter Sam Jones, it was just the beginning. On Hot Money: Agent of Chaos, from Pushkin Industries and the Financial Times, Jones investigates Wirecard’s chief operating officer who vanished ju…
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Guest host Jody Hamilton steps in for Stephanie Miller to tackle the critical issue of journalistic freedom amidst recent protests. This episode unpacks the lifting of the Los Angeles curfew and the escalating legal clashes between journalists and the LAPD. Delving into the challenges faced by reporters, the discussion highlights the profound impli…
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Today, Trump dismissed questions about US involvement in Iran, saying: "I may do it, I may not do it. Nobody knows what I want to do.” Adam is joined by Chief Presenter Caitriona Perry and BBC Persian Senior Reporter Siavash Ardalan to interperet Trump’s statements on the White House lawn, as well as Iran’s Supreme Leader threatening ‘irreparable h…
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Join guest host Jody Hamilton as she steps in for Stephanie Miller to dissect Donald Trump's erratic Iran policy. We'll explore how powerful media figures, especially at Fox News, appear to shape his every move. Beyond the headlines, we'll weigh the real-world consequences of military intervention, chuckle at the sheer absurdity of political pagean…
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Donald Trump is considering how far the United States should go in joining Israel’s attacks on Iran. Sarah and Anthony - who were both at the G7 summit in Canada on Monday, with Anthony travelling on Air Force One with Trump - discuss whether the U.S. is on the brink of another Middle East war. The president held an emergency Situation Room meeting…
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A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, MIND MELD! Yes, the twelfth edition of America’s favorite game show is an all-Star Wars edition! Five Star Wars fans, attempting the greatest of all challenges: agreeing on things! Mind Meld 12 Tony Sindelar and Kathy Campbell with Monty Ashley, Annette Wierstra, Steven Schapansky, Kat Benesh and Guy Engli…
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