Best Tiny Studio Production Podcasts (2025)

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Dying Is Easy. Retail Is Hard. (Update) 1:02:17

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Macy’s wants to recapture its glorious past. The author of the Wimpy Kid books wants to rebuild his dilapidated hometown. We just want to listen in. (Part two of a two-part series, first published in 2024) SOURCES: Mark Cohen, former professor and director of retail studies at Columbia Business School. Will Coss, vice president and executive produc…

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Is Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade Its Most Valuable Asset? (Update) 52:31

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The iconic department store calls the parade its “gift to the nation.” With 30 million TV viewers, it’s also a big moneymaker — at least we think it is: when it comes to parade economics, Macy’s is famously tight-lipped. In this 2024 episode, we try to loosen them up. (Part one of a two-part series.) SOURCES: John Cheney, carpenter at Macy’s Studio…

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654. Is the Public Ready for Private Equity? 1:03:11

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A Trump executive order is giving retail investors more access to private markets. Is that a golden opportunity — or fool’s gold? SOURCES: Elisabeth de Fontenay, professor of law at Duke University. Steven Kaplan, professor of entrepreneurship and finance at the University of Chicago. RESOURCES: "Democratizing Access to Alternative Assets for 401(k…

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Are You a Dark Empath? w/ Amber Robinson 1:07:57

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Reed goes solo this week with therapist Amber Robinson for a grounded conversation about loneliness, connection, and the complicated ways we seek love. Amber breaks down insecure attachment, love-bombing, and the quiet cruelty of “I’m sorry you feel that way.” They also dive into the emotional burnout of entrepreneurship and why building real conne…

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653. Does Horse Racing Have a Future? 1:01:36

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Thoroughbred auction prices keep setting records. But tracks are closing, gambling revenues are falling, and the sport is increasingly reliant on subsidies. Is that the kind of long shot anybody wants? (Part three of a series, “The Horse Is Us.”) SOURCES: Anne Archer Hinkle, owner and director of Hinkle Farms. Cormac Breathnach, senior director of …

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America’s Homelessness Crisis ft. Dan Parziale & Jeff Gaddess 57:57

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Reed sits down with Dan Parziale of Mesa Farm and Jeff Gaddess of DignityMoves; two men who do real work at the heart of the homelessness crisis. Jeff opens up about his journey through mental illness and homelessness, and how it called him to a life of service. Together, he and Dan share what it really means to rebuild: not just homes, but communi…

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What Happens When You Turn 20 1:02:38

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The world has changed a good bit since Freakonomics was first published. In this live anniversary episode, Stephen Dubner tells Geoff Bennett of PBS NewsHour everything he has learned since then. Happy birthday, Freakonomics. SOURCES: Geoff Bennett, co-anchor and co-managing editor of PBS News Hour. RESOURCES: Freakonomics Twentieth Anniversary Edi…

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652. Inside the Horse-Industrial Complex 1:00:52

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How does Kentucky keep itself atop the thoroughbred industry? Is a champion stallion really worth $200,000 per date? And how many hands can one jockey have? (Part two of a series, “The Horse Is Us.”) SOURCES: Emily Plant, thoroughbred researcher and statistician. Jill Stowe, professor of economics at the University of Kentucky. Mark Taylor, preside…

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Disney’s Do’s and Don’ts w/ Logan Miller 56:01

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We're excited to be joined by Logan Miller (I’m in the Band, Ultimate Spider-Man) for a raw talk about identity, recovery, and the unpredictable world of Hollywood. From nicotine to caffeine, we dive into how quickly habits become vices. Logan gets real about his Disney past, carving out a new path, and what it’s really like to hustle as a working …

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651. The Ultimate Dance Partner 1:08:07

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For most of human history, horsepower made the world go. Then came the machines. So why are there still seven million horses in America? (Part one of a series, “The Horse Is Us.”) SOURCES: Ann N. Greene, historian of 19th century America, retired professor at the University of Pennsylvania. Constance Hunter, chief economist at the Economist Intelli…

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The Real Cause of Pain w/ Nicole Sachs 1:10:19

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Reed’s flying solo with the brilliant Nicole Sachs (Mind Your Body, The Cure for Chronic Pain). Nicole shares her own insight on how to actually reprogram your brain. Together, Nicole and Reed dive into radical acceptance, why we’re built to remember pain, and how to break the cycle of self-loathing. If you’ve been struggling; in your body, in your…

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Are Two C.E.O.s Better Than One? (Update) 47:34

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Spotify, Oracle, and Comcast have each recently announced they’re going with co-C.E.O.s. In this 2023 episode, we dig into the research and hear firsthand stories of triumph and disaster. Also: lessons from computer programmers, Simon and Garfunkel, and bears versus alligators. SOURCES: Jim Balsillie, retired chairman and co-C.E.O. of Research In M…

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650. The Doctor Won’t See You Now 51:33

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The U.S. has a physician shortage, created in part by a century-old reform that shut down bad medical schools. But why haven’t we filled the gap? Why are some physicians so unhappy? And which is worse: a bad doctor or no doctor at all? SOURCES: Karen Clay, professor of economics and public policy at Carnegie Mellon University. Rochelle Walensky, ph…

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Why Growth Hurts w/ Chris Sullivan 1:00:29

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This week on ILYSM, we welcome the incredible Chris Sullivan; Emmy-nominated actor you know from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, This Is Us, and Hadestown. Together, we dive into; selfishness, self-pity, and patience; and what it really takes to grow through pain instead of getting stuck in it. The guys get honest about complaining, perspective, an…

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A Question-Asker Becomes a Question-Answerer 1:14:22

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For the 20th anniversary of Freakonomics, Debbie Millman of Design Matters interviews Stephen Dubner about his upbringing, his writing career, and why it's important to “swing your swing.” Plus: a sneak peek at a new project. SOURCES: Debbie Millman, writer and host of Design Matters with Debbie Millman. RESOURCES: "Stephen J. Dubner," by Design Ma…

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MANON MATHEWS Is Delusionally Lovable 1:05:08

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This week on ILYSM, we’re joined by actor, comedian, and Vine star Manon Mathews! Tyler comes clean about a childhood lie, and Reed admits to ghosting someone. Manon opens up about her experience being cheated on, and Tyler shares his own perspective from the other side; a raw, vulnerable conversation about infidelity, trust, and the messy human si…

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How Can We Break Our Addiction to Contempt? (Update) 40:23

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Arthur Brooks, an economist and former head of the American Enterprise Institute, believes that there is only one remedy for our political polarization: love. In this 2021 episode, we ask if Brooks is a fool for thinking this — and if perhaps you are his kind of fool? SOURCES: Arthur Brooks, professor of public and nonprofit leadership at Harvard U…

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649. Should Ohio State (and Michigan, and Clemson) Join the N.F.L.? 55:21

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Soccer leagues around the world use a promotion-and-relegation system to reward the best teams and punish the worst. We ask whether American sports fans would enjoy a similar system. (Part two of a two-part series.) SOURCES: Domonique Foxworth, sports analyst and former N.F.L. player. Stefan Szymanski, professor of sport management at the Universit…

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WILL SASSO'S Sleep Study Gone WRONG 56:52

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This week on ILSYM, the legendary Will Sasso (MADtv, The Three Stooges, Happy Gilmore) joins Reed & Tyler to discuss health, self-care, and what it really means to show up as a man. We discuss taking antidepressants, CPAPs, mouth guards, and why taking care of yourself isn’t weak; it’s how you show up for the people who love you. Cheers to the men …

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648. The Merger You Never Knew You Wanted 1:06:02

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The N.F.L. is a powerful cartel with imperial desires. College football is about to undergo a financial reckoning. So maybe they should team up? (Part one of a two-part series.) SOURCES: DeMaurice Smith, former executive director of the National Football League Players Association. Domonique Foxworth, sports analyst and former N.F.L. player. Jeffre…

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How to be Grateful w/ MEL RODRIGUEZ 1:06:55

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This week on ILYSM, Reed & Tyler welcome Mel Rodriguez to the table. You’ve seen him in Better Call Saul, Getting On, and The Last Man on Earth, but here you’ll meet the man behind the roles. Together, we talk about the hard stuff; battling addiction, weight struggles, and the pressure men feel to stay silent about their emotions. Stay tuned for ti…

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Is the U.S. Really Less Corrupt Than China? (Update) 57:34

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In this episode we first published in 2021, the political scientist Yuen Yuen Ang argues that different forms of government create different styles of corruption — and that the U.S. and China have more in common than we’d like to admit. SOURCES: Yuen Yuen Ang, professor of political science at Johns Hopkins University. RESOURCES: "China’s Anti-Graf…

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The Cure to Rage w/ Steph Barkley 1:00:06

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Rage, acceptance, and tolerance; we’re diving into it all this week on ILYSM. Steph Barkley joins us to unpack the emotional tug-of-war between doing the work that pays the bills and chasing passion projects that sometimes leave us resentful. There's laughter, there's vulnerability… and yes, we may or may not be booking a rage room by the end of it…

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647. China Is Run by Engineers. America Is Run by Lawyers. 1:01:50

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In his new book “Breakneck,” Dan Wang argues that the U.S. has a lot to learn from China. He also says that “no two peoples are more alike.” We have questions. SOURCES: Dan Wang, research fellow at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University, author of Breakneck: China's Quest to Engineer the Future. RESOURCES: Breakneck: China's Quest to Enginee…

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TOP ILYSM MOMENTS ft. FIONA DOURIF DEVON SAWA & MORE 32:39

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We take a look back at some of our favorite conversations from ILYSM so far. Did we miss any? Which ones did you like best? Let us know down in the comments! Featuring Nik Dodani, Fiona Dourif, Ethan Suplee, Mireille Enos, Devon Sawa, Gina Minardi, Will Forte, Eliza Coupe, Judy Greer, and Ian Fidance.…

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Is the World Ready for a Guaranteed Basic Income? (Update) 36:02

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A lot of jobs in the modern economy don’t pay a living wage, and some of those jobs may be wiped out by new technologies. So what’s to be done? We revisit an episode from 2016 for a potential solution. SOURCES: Erik Brynjolfsson, professor of economics at Stanford University. Evelyn Forget, professor of economics and community health sciences at th…

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646. An Air Traffic Controller Walks Into a Radio Studio ... 1:01:10

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What does it take to “play 3D chess at 250 miles an hour”? And how far will $12.5 billion of “Big, Beautiful” funding go toward modernizing the F.A.A.? (Part two of a two-part series.) SOURCES: David Strayer, professor of cognition and neural science at the University of Utah. Dorothy Robyn, senior fellow at I.T.I.F. Ed Bastian, C.E.O. of Delta Air…

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Changing Your Factory Settings ft. Author Jen Pastiloff | Episode 14 | ILYSM 1:05:05

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On this episode of ILYSM, we welcome the incredible Proof of Life author and TED Talk speaker, Jen Pastiloff, for a conversation about resilience, honesty, and belonging. We talk about what it feels like to have your last words to a loved one be the wrong ones, the pressure to hide sobriety, and how self-doubt can take root in our daily lives. Jen …

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645. Is the Air Traffic Control System Broken? 1:02:37

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Flying in the U.S. is still exceptionally safe, but the system relies on outdated tech and is under tremendous strain. Six experts tell us how it got this way and how it can (maybe) be fixed. (Part one of a two-part series.) SOURCES: Dorothy Robyn, senior fellow at I.T.I.F. Ed Bastian, C.E.O. of Delta Airlines. John Strong, professor of finance and…

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Going Deeper with Nik Dodani | Episode 13 | ILYSM 53:55

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On this week’s ILYSM: Nik Dodani (Tyler’s Escape Room co-star) stops by. We cover why silence in politics is never innocent, the anxiety of raising children, and yes… we admit we’re kinda okay with g*ns. We talk about the optimism we all felt 2016. And Tyler? He leaves us with an extra DEEP confession that further reinforces the safe space that is …

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644. Has America Lost Its Appetite for the Common Good? 1:16:42

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Patrick Deneen, a political philosopher at Notre Dame, says yes. He was a Democrat for years, and has now come to be seen as an “ideological guru” of the Trump administration. But that only tells half the story ... SOURCES: Patrick Deneen, professor of political science at the University of Notre Dame. RESOURCES: "The Ideological Gurus Battling for…

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Authenticity Above All Else w/ Ian Fidance | Episode 12 | ILYSM 1:08:32

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The brilliant comedian Ian Fidance stopped by for a full-on love sesh on ILSYM this week. We laughed! Reed cried! The dudes talked grief, addiction, wild childhood stuff, and coping with those brutal, inescapable moments of self-doubt - the worst. There are so many reasons to love Ian, but more than anything, it’s his commitment to being unapologet…

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Extra: A Modern Whaler Speaks Up (Update) 26:47

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Bjørn Andersen has killed hundreds of minke whales. He tells us how he does it, why he does it, and what he thinks would happen if whale-hunting ever stopped. (This bonus episode is a follow-up to our series “Everything You Never Knew About Whaling.”) SOURCES: Bjørn Andersen, Norwegian whaler. RESOURCES: "Digestive physiology of minke whales," by S…

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What Can Whales Teach Us About Clean Energy, Workplace Harmony, and Living the Good Life? (Update) 48:08

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In the final episode of our whale series, we learn about fecal plumes, shipping noise, and why Moby-Dick is still worth reading. (Part 3 of "Everything You Never Knew About Whaling.") SOURCES: Michele Baggio, professor of economics at the University of Connecticut. Mary K. Bercaw-Edwards, professor of maritime English at the University of Connectic…

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Gina Minardi is an Actual Armchair Expert | Episode 11 | ILYSM 1:00:40

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We’re breaking the fourth wall this week with Gina Minardi — Tyler’s former EMDR therapist and a licensed mental health professional <3. We get into imposter syndrome, self-sabotage, the EMDR experience, psych meds, and more. An honest, insightful, and low-key hilarious episode - go watch/listen now!!…

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Why Do People Still Hunt Whales? (Update) 37:32

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For years, whale oil was used as lighting fuel, industrial lubricant, and the main ingredient in (yum!) margarine. Whale meat was also on a few menus. But today, demand for whale products is at a historic low. And yet some countries still have a whaling industry. We find out why. (Part 2 of “Everything You Never Knew About Whaling.”) SOURCES: Jay A…

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The Likability of Judy Greer | Episode 10 | ILYSM 1:10:01

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Judy Greer stopped by the ILYSM studio to talk likability as a superpower, the female urge to punch down with the boys, working the program, and being the ultimate funny girl — all while charming Reed & Tyler into oblivion.By Tiny Legends Productions

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The First Great American Industry (Update) 45:02

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Whaling was, in the words of one scholar, “early capitalism unleashed on the high seas.” How did the U.S. come to dominate the whale market? Why did whale hunting die out here — and continue to grow elsewhere? And is that whale vomit in your perfume? (Part 1 of “Everything You Never Knew About Whaling.”) SOURCES: Eric Hilt, professor of economics a…

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Daddy Issues w/ Producer Stella Young | Episode 9 | ILYSM 1:08:32

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This week we’re joined by our producer Stella Young to dig deep into daddy issues, depression, the humor in grief, intellectual gender fluidity, and why it always feels like the nice guy finishes last. Let’s. Get. Vulnerable. 🥲🎙️By Tiny Legends Productions

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Why Does Tipping Still Exist? (Update) 47:25

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It’s a haphazard way of paying workers, and yet it keeps expanding. With federal tax policy shifting in a pro-tip direction, we revisit an episode from 2019 to find out why. SOURCES: John List, economist at the University of Chicago. Michael Lynn, professor of consumer behavior and marketing at Cornell University’s School of Hotel Administration. U…

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643. Why Do Candles Still Exist? 47:22

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They should have died out when the lightbulb was invented. Instead they’re a $10 billion industry. What does it mean that we still want tiny fires inside our homes? SOURCES: Tim Cooper, professor emeritus of sustainable design and consumption at Nottingham Trent University. Gökçe Günel, professor of anthropology at Rice University. Steve Horenzi…

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We Almost Made Devon Sawa Cry | Episode 8 | ILYSM 1:12:07

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This week, forever heartthrob Devon Sawa joins us for a wholesome (and hilarious) dude sesh 🇨🇦🥊 We get into the big stuff: hockey fights, growing up Canadian, Hollywood’s chaos, and the legendary “I’m proud of you” moment from your pops. Devon’s the best—tune in for a laugh, some feels, and classic bro energy but make it emo🤝…

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Tiny Studio Production Podcast Episode 69 - Kayla Kouture 34:05

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642. How to Wage Peace, According to Tony Blinken 1:06:28

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The former secretary of state isn’t a flamethrower, but he certainly has strong opinions. In this wide-ranging conversation with Stephen Dubner, he gives them all: on Israel, Gaza, China, Iran, Russia, Biden, Trump — and the rest of the world. SOURCES: Antony Blinken, former Secretary of State. RESOURCES: "Evaluating the impact of two decades of US…

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How We Really Feel About This Podcast | Episode 7 | ILYSM 1:06:50

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This week, the boys get meta — reacting to the podcast’s reactions. From family texts to fears of oversharing, we dive into anxiety, vulnerability, and whether putting ourselves out there was a huge mistake. We said you’re coming on this ride with us… so here 👏🏻we👏🏻go.By Tiny Legends Productions

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Why Does One Tiny State Set the Rules for Everyone? (Update) 47:02

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Until recently, Delaware was almost universally agreed to be the best place for companies to incorporate. Now, with Elon Musk leading a corporate stampede out of the First State, we revisit an episode from 2023 that asked if Delaware’s “franchise” is wildly corrupt, wildly efficient … or both? SOURCES: John Cassara, retired Special Agent detailee t…

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641. What Does It Cost to Lead a Creative Life? 46:22

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For years, the playwright David Adjmi was considered “polarizing and difficult.” But creating Stereophonic seems to have healed him. Stephen Dubner gets the story — and sorts out what Adjmi has in common with Richard Wagner. SOURCES: David Adjmi, author and playwright. RESOURCES: "The West End is enjoying a theatre revival. Can Broadway keep up?" b…

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Stop Talking About Our Bodies w/ Eliza Coupe | Episode 6 | Ilysm 1:09:55

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Eliza Coupe (Happy Endings, Future Man) and her wonderful husband Billy visited us from their peaceful life in the desert, and we couldn’t be more grateful. Our conversation with Eliza focuses heavily on body shaming and online criticism—issues she’s recently faced firsthand on the red carpet. We also dive into Tyler’s road rage, Reed’s skepticism …

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640. Why Governments Are Betting Big on Sports 50:12

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The Gulf States and China are spending billions to build stadiums and buy up teams — but what are they really buying? And can an entrepreneur from Cincinnati make his own billions by bringing baseball to Dubai? SOURCES: Simon Chadwick, professor of afroeurasian sport at Emlyon Business School. Derek Fisher, high school basketball coach, former N.B.…

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The Quiet Power of Mireille Enos | Episode 5 | Ilysm 1:04:32

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Mireille Enos (The Killing, World War Z) is our guest today and charmed us all with her ability to be so tiny yet so powerful like her character Sarah Lindon from the beloved TV Series, The Killing. Tyler, Reed and Mireille discuss the pain of going to the gym, Mireille’s blackbelt, putting your kids in therapy & the devastating but relatable thoug…