Best Will Dunbar Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 197 - Top Ten Blaxploitation Films Part 1 and The Murder of Susan Casey 1:34:10

5d ago1:34:10

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Send us a text Welcome all you Nerds and Murds to another week of the show!!! In today's episode Zig takes a deep dive into the movie genre of Blaxploitation Films which is so extensive that this is only part 1. Come back next week for Part 2!!! Then on the Murdery side of the house Geoffrey tells of yet another domestic violence case which led to …

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Murcar Links, Aberdeenshire, Scotland 36:31

5d ago36:31

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With its near neighbours in Aberdeen both ranked in the top 100 courses in the world, it would be easy to overlook Murcar Links. But built on the same stretch of land as Royal Aberdeen, this challenging links course is developing a growing reputation. Tommy Fleetwood won an amateur championship here when he was a teenager and still ranks it among h…

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Politics and appearance: Mangione's supporters explained 27:21

8d ago27:21

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A deep dive into the supporters of Luigi Mangione, featuring some exclusive new data, and considering how this case might be influencing US social attitudes to political violence.BBC World Service Disinformation reporter Jacqui Wakefield joins us to discuss why some people around the world have taken to this case so passionately. We’re also joined …

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Royal Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Scotland 35:50

10d ago35:50

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Royal Aberdeen Golf Club traces its roots back to 1780, though the club moved to its present course at Balgownie a century after that. It's staged the Walker Cup and the Scottish Open and is ranked 63rd in Top 100 Golf Courses World List, while National Club Golfer rate it the 38th best course in Great Britain and Ireland. https://www.thegolfpilgri…

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Ep. 196 - Cow Punk and Punkabilly Part 2 and Ted Bundy 1:06:37

12d ago1:06:37

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Send us a text This week Zig continues your journey from last week with part 2 of Cow Punk and Punkabilly. Then Geoffrey talks about one of the most famous serial killers of all time with Ted Bundy. Strap yourself in for the ride! For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial.com/nerderyandmurdery For 10% off with BetterHelp go to: betterh…

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Cruden Bay, Aberdeenshire, Scotland 42:44

15d ago42:44

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Cruden Bay styles itself as "unique and unforgettable", and both those qualities put it firmly in the World's Top 100 courses. An extraordinary layout with imaginitive use of the natural contours, and stunning views, mean lots of people love it. But the quirkiness and and frequent blind shots isn't to everyone's taste. Ian and Neil regretted not us…

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Behind the memes: Luigi Mangione and Brian Thompson 25:11

15d ago25:11

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A deep dive into the lives of Luigi Mangione and the man he is accused of murdering – healthcare executive Brian Thompson. Who is the real Luigi Mangione and what do we know about his alleged victim? BBC reporter Mike Wendling joins us from Chicago to tell us more about the health insurance CEO Brian Thompson, who was gunned down outside a New York…

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Ep. 195 - Cowpunk and Punkabilly Part 1 and The Murder of Susan Wickersham 57:42

19d ago57:42

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Send us a text Join in yet another week of Nerdery and Murdery. This week Zig dives back into another music genre with part 1 of Cowpunk and Punkabilly. Geoffrey then has another unsolved murder that has been an open case for over 50 years with the murder of Susan Wickersham. Enjoy your week!!! For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial…

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Nairn, Highlands, Scotland 34:58

20d ago34:58

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Having hosted the Walker Cup, the Curtis Cup and the R&A's Amateur Championship, Nairn Golf Club is used to hosting top amateur golfers from around the world. So how would Neil and Ian, often described by playing partners as a couple of complete amatuers, cope with the challenge? On a beautiful day, and with the first seven holes running alongside …

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The Mangione conspiracy theories 33:30

22d ago33:30

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Pokemon, number 286, eyebrow length – we explore the popularity of conspiracy theories and where they come from. This episode unpicks some of these theories and why they spread on platforms like TikTok and Reddit. Over three million posts went up on social media the week after the shooting of healthcare CEO Brian Thompson and the arrest of suspect …

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Nairn Dunbar, Highlands, Scotland 25:47

25d ago25:47

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We begin our latest Scottish road trip with a double dose of Nairns….and we're not talking about the famous biscuits. First up is Nairn Dunbar which has been striving to emerge from the shadow of its more famous neighbour, and is ranked among Scotland's Top 100 courses. https://www.thegolfpilgrim.com/post/nairn-dunbar https://nairndunbar.com/ Do yo…

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Ep. 194 - Martin Scorsese and The Murder of Laci and Conner Peterson 1:14:22

26d ago1:14:22

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Send us a text Welcome to another week of Nerdery and Murdery. This week Zig talks everything Martin Scorsese while Geoffrey discusses the very controversial murder of Laci and Conner Peterson. For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial.com/nerderyandmurdery For 10% off with BetterHelp go to: betterhelp.com/nerderyandmurdery Support the…

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Court update: Mangione’s plea 16:29

27d ago16:29

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This is the podcast that takes a step back to unpick and understand this story, and we'll also be bringing you news updates.Luigi Mangione enters his pleas to all federal charges over the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Mr Thompson, a father of two, was gunned down outside a Manhattan hotel late last year. Mangione faces four federa…

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Mental Reset: Aligning Your Mind with God's Will 6:03

28d ago6:03

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Are you feeling mentally drained, spiritually disconnected, or simply overwhelmed by the chaos of life? In this transformative episode of Digest This! Bible Study, your host Vernetta introduces a life-changing opportunity: a free, six-week live virtual Bible study class titled "Mental Reset: Aligning Your Mind with God’s Will." This isn’t just a st…

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Royal St David's, Gwynedd, Wales 36:33

30d ago36:33

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For centuries, Harlech Castle has seen off those who came to conquer it. Royal St David's, overlooked by the 13th Century Castle, has a similar reputation. The club described the course as the toughest Par 69 in the world, and one of the most picturesque. Would the latest Englishman to tackle the challenge use cunning tactics, or just rely on brava…

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How US healthcare works 32:35

1M ago32:35

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This is the podcast that takes a step back to unpick and understand this story, and we'll also be bringing you news updates. The murder of health insurance CEO Brian Thompson shocked America but also led to rallies and protests about the country’s complicated and sometimes controversial healthcare system. Phrases like “Deny Defend Depose” appeared …

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Ep. 193 - 5th Generation Consoles and The Murder of Molly McLaren 1:08:05

1M ago1:08:05

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Send us a text In this week's episode, Zig dives back into video games and tells you everything you ever wanted to know about the 5th Generation gaming consoles. Then Geoffrey takes you on another tragic journey and tells the story of the murder of Molly McLaren. For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial.com/nerderyandmurdery For 10% o…

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God's Silence on the Cross: The "Good" in Good Friday 31:44

1M ago31:44

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On this special Good Friday episode of Digest This! Bible Study, we reflect deeply on the meaning of the cross and the silence of God in Jesus' final hours. Using the acronym S.I.N. – Separation Is Nullified, we explore how the crucifixion didn’t just pay for sin—it destroyed the distance between us and God. Together, we journey through key scriptu…

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Aberdovey, Gwynedd, Wales 35:57

1M ago35:57

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The Golf Pilgrim celebrates its first anniversary by making a long overdue visit to Wales. Aberdovey lies in the heart of Eryri National Park, or Snowdonia to give it its English name. We hear how the club was founded by a soldier whose first course consisted of nine flowerpots, embedded in Aberdovey Common. It's come a long way since then - and yo…

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What's coming next 3:22

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We just want to give you a quick update – a heads up that we have some new episodes on the way. With this podcast, we are bringing you episodes when there are developments in the case but are also bringing you episodes in which we try to unpick and explain the facts and examine and get to the bottom of conspiracy theories. On 23 April, we’ll be pub…

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Moortown, West Yorkshire, England 34:49

1M ago34:49

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While everyone's talking about The Masters, we're talking (again) about the master architect behind August National. Moortown's neighbours at Alwoodley have first claims on Alister MacKenzie's designs - but there's no dispute that he honed his craft in Leeds. And not content with having a link to The Masters, Moortown can also boast that it was the…

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Ep. 192 - Video Rental Stores and The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann 1:21:08

1M ago1:21:08

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Send us a text In this week's Nerdery segment Zig tells you all about the wonderful old world of video rental stores. Then on the Murdery side of the house Geoffrey talks about the still unsolved disappearance of Madeleine McCann. For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial.com/nerderyandmurdery For 10% off with BetterHelp go to: betterh…

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Barbershop Talk w/ Uncle E 48:40

1M ago48:40

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Ladies are you ready to hear what men talk about? Fellas, does this episode sound familiar? Leigh LaRie and NiK B welcome Uncle E for a candid conversation exploring the male perspective on relationships. This episode delves into common complaints men have, communication challenges, views on body enhancements, and hot topics like sex and settling d…

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E30 - Erica Komisar - The Inconvenient Truth About Parenting In 2025 1:04:36

1M ago1:04:36

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Erica Komisar – The Inconvenient Truth about Parenting in 2025 In this thought-provoking episode, Pete Hunt welcomes back psychoanalyst and bestselling author Erica Komisar, following a year of exponential growth in her reach and message — including a recent appearance on The Diary of a CEO. Known for challenging modern parenting ideals, Erica conf…

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Le Touquet (La Mer), Hauts-de-France, France 31:41

2M ago31:41

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If a golf course is named The Sea, you might expect to see the sea from the links. You’ll hear the waves crashing, and the bouncy fairways will certainly indicate you’re on a coastal course, but the English Channel (or La Manche) remains just out of sight. But don’t let that put you off visiting another great value-for-money venue. Le Touquet has t…

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Ep. 191 - Dark Sun and The I-70 Killer 1:08:27

2M ago1:08:27

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Send us a text Zig goes back into gaming this week and talks about the role playing game setting of Dark Sun. But don't go anywhere after that and sit back to listen to Geoffrey discuss the I-70 Killer. For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial.com/nerderyandmurdery For 10% off with BetterHelp go to: betterhelp.com/nerderyandmurdery Su…

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Hardelot Les Pins, Hauts-de-France, France 34:23

2M ago34:23

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It's Hardelot than you think….especially off the white tees. The second of our northern France trilogy, and another bargain compared to the equivalent, and similar in feel courses in southern England. Les Pins are the pine trees which line the course, but many have been removed in recent years to restore it to its original design. www.hardelotgolfc…

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News update: US prosecutors seek death penalty 12:07

2M ago12:07

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This is the podcast that takes a step back to unpick and understand this story, and we'll also be bringing you news updates. US attorney general Pam Bondi has announced prosecutors will seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, the man accused of shooting dead UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December. Mangione’s lawyer Karen Friedman Agnifi…

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Winning Together: Marriage & Business w/ Dominic & Kenda Lawson 52:00

2M ago52:00

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Get ready, Rose Buddies! Leigh LaRie and NiK B welcome Dominic & Kenda Lawson to explore the dynamics of "winning together" in marriage and business. Dominic & Kenda share insights on balancing individual projects and collaborative work, effective communication strategies, and their journey of building a life and business together. The episode delv…

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E29 - Nick Duffell - Understanding Ex-Boarding School Men's Marriages 55:30

2M ago55:30

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In this powerful episode of The Privileged Man Podcast, Pete Hunt sits down with Nick Duffell, psychotherapist, author, and pioneer of work around boarding school trauma. They explore why so many high-achieving men with these privileged backgrounds feel emotionally stuck, the hidden impact of early survival strategies, and how intimacy becomes one …

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Ep. 190 - Evil and The Disappearance of The Fort Worth Trio 1:03:39

2M ago1:03:39

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Send us a text In this week's episode Zig talks about the terrifically weird TV show Evil. Then Geoffrey talks about the unsolved disappearance of The Fort Worth Trio. Have a great Nerd and Murd week!!! For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial.com/nerderyandmurdery For 10% off with BetterHelp go to: betterhelp.com/nerderyandmurdery Su…

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Belle Dune, Hauts-de-France, France 35:42

2M ago35:42

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Travelling through the Channel Tunnel can be like entering a portal to an earlier era, where golf green fees are still reasonably priced. Belle Dune is the first of three courses Neil played within easy reach of Calais, and they're around half the price you'd pay for the equivalent standard in the UK. It’s a municipal course and it's a great exampl…

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Stress, Love & Burnout w/Cassandre Dunbar 39:23

2M ago39:23

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Hold onto your roses, Rose Buddies! Leigh LaRie and NiK B welcome Cassandre Dunbar of Be Well Sis podcast to explore the intricate connections between stress, burnout, and relationships. Cassandre shares insights on identifying burnout, the impact on intimacy, and strategies for navigating these challenges in romantic, platonic, and familial relati…

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Why Doesn't God Remove Affliction? 34:18

2M ago34:18

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In this episode of Digest This! Bible Study, Vernetta shares her testimony of affliction, revealing how chronic illness has shaped her faith and strengthened her dependence on God's grace. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 12:6-10, she explores why God sometimes allows suffering to remain and how His power is made perfect in our weakness. Through scriptur…

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Goswick Links, Northumberland, England 33:01

2M ago33:01

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Rail passengers speeding from London to Edinburgh will catch a glimpse of this pure links course as they approach Berwick-upon-Tweed. Golfers heading to Scotland by road will need to make a short detour off the A1. It's well worth it. Despite being highly ranked, Goswick's remote location means the club work hard to improve and promote the course t…

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Ep. 189 - Independent Music Charts and The Texas Killing Fields 1:26:31

2M ago1:26:31

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Send us a text Welcome to another Nerd and Murd Week!!! In today's episode Zig goes into another music scene and discusses the Independent Music charts. Then sit back and buckle up as Geoffrey deep dives into The Texas Killing Fields For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial.com/nerderyandmurdery For 10% off with BetterHelp go to: bett…

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E28 - The Monumental Men - What Happens Inside Monumental... 38:25

2M ago38:25

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In a special departure from the usual one-on-one format, host Pete Hunt of The Privileged Man Podcast, who also Founded "Monumental", welcomes George, Mike, Oli, Sam, and Ben, a group of Monumental members, for a candid conversation about what really goes on inside Monumental. Together, they discuss how meaningful support, honest dialogue, and putt…

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North Berwick, East Lothian, Scotland 41:47

2M ago41:47

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Champagne corks are popping and why not? There are very few courses in the world that are as good as North Berwick, and are as much fun to play. Other Scottish courses may host The Open and other major championshps — North Berwick isn't big enough to do that. But the number of top professionals who pay to visit when in the area is testament to how …

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Coloring Outside the Lines: Non-Traditional Dating w/ Queen Drissy 56:17

2M ago56:17

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Hold onto your roses, Rose Buddies! Leigh LaRie and Nik B are joined by the captivating Queen Drissy to explore the world of non-traditional dating. Queen Drissy shares her journey of self-discovery, highlighting the importance of inclusivity and open-mindedness in relationships. Hear about her experiences with BDSM, alternative lifestyles, and the…

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Creating a Joyful Workplace feat. Richard Sheridan 1:11:40

2M ago1:11:40

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Today’s guest is a big deal. He’s the CEO of software company Menlo Innovations and the author of two highly recommended books—Joy Inc., and Chief Joy Officer, and he joins us today to share some of the incredible insights he has gained during his impressive career. From his definition of joy at work and how he has built a very unique professional …

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Ep. 188 - Three Movies by the Coen Brothers that No One Saw and The Murder of Vickie Deblieux 1:33:36

2M ago1:33:36

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Send us a text Join in this week as Zig talks about three movies by the Coen Brothers and no one saw but you need to while Geoffrey tells the sad story of the murder of Vickie Deblieux. Make sure to stay until the very end and see if Zig and Geoffrey remain friends through a heated debate. For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial.com/…

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Alwoodley, West Yorkshire, England 40:03

2M ago40:03

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When doctor-turned-golf archietct, Alister MacKenzie unveiled the design for his very first course, even fellow members of this Yorkshire club were a little sceptical. They asked for a second opinion. Harry Colt took a look and gave it the thumbs up. After that, MacKenzie was in demand designing courses which are still among the very best in the wo…

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What Men Want w/ Will Rodgers 58:04

2M ago58:04

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Leigh LaRie and Nik B. tackle the age-old question: What do men want? They dive deep into the complexities of communication, gender roles, and emotional needs in relationships. Will Rodgers, a lifelong friend of Nik B.'s, shares his insights on vulnerability, respect, and the importance of creating a peaceful partnership. This episode challenges as…

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E27 - Robin Dunbar – The Science of Male Friendship & Why Men Need a Tribe 1:00:48

2M ago1:00:48

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Why do so many men lose friendships in midlife? And what does science say about the impact of social isolation on male health and well-being? In this episode of The Privileged Man Podcast, host Pete Hunt sits down with renowned evolutionary psychologist Robin Dunbar to explore the biological and social foundations of male friendship. Dunbar, a lead…

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Ep. 187 - Betamax and The Banfield Murders 1:06:10

2M ago1:06:10

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Send us a text In this week's thrilling episodes Zig talks about Betamax players and why they lost the video recording wars. Then stick around as Geoffrey tells the twisted story of The Banfield Murders. For your 30 day free Audible Trial go to: Audibletrial.com/nerderyandmurdery For 10% off with BetterHelp go to: betterhelp.com/nerderyandmurdery S…

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Olgiata, Rome, Italy 32:18

3M ago32:18

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This week we are in Italy - the tenth country on our podcast travels. If you're a tourist who wants to visit Rome, but don't want to miss out on the opportunity of a round of golf, then Olgiata is for you. Half an hour from the famous sights in the Eternal City is a course which Neil reckons is one of the toughest he's played - but he wasn't helped…

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Delusional Dating: Fantasy vs. Reality w/ Thomas "TP" Powell 50:12

3M ago50:12

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Leigh LaRie and Nik B tackle the topic of delusional dating, where fantasy often clashes with reality. They explore the differences in how women and men approach relationships, the influence of social media on expectations, and the importance of open communication and trust. TP, an entrepreneur and podcaster, shares his insights on how to build hea…

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Ep 186 - Three Science Fiction Films You Should See and The Murder of Kayden Mancuso 1:32:03

3M ago1:32:03

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Send us a text Make sure to check out Magic Mind. It is amazing! You have a limited offer you can use now, that gets you up to 48% off your first subscription or 20% off one-time purchase. You can claim it at: https://www.magicmind.com/nerdery20. Buckle up for another trip with your hosts as Zig discusses three Science Fiction Films you should see …

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Never Had It So Good with Dominic Sandbrook 1:06:39

3M ago1:06:39

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In this episode I interview Dominic Sandbrook on the first of his series on modern British history: Never Had It So Good. We take a deep-dive into British culture, society, politics, and international relations between the period of 1956-1963. We discuss across topics such as the Suez Crisis; Britain's imperial decline and it's new sense of identit…

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Healthy Co-Parenting w/ Jamilah & Elle 1:00:13

3M ago1:00:13

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This episode of Dirty Roses Podcast features guests Jamilah and Elle, who share their unique and inspiring co-parenting journey. They discuss navigating the complexities of blended families, setting boundaries, prioritizing the children's well-being, and the importance of open communication and mutual respect. Jamilah and Elle also touch on their p…

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