Best Cult Talk Net Podcasts (2025)

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Trump’s chaotic economy – An idiot’s guide! 38:52

4d ago38:52

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Donald Trump’s economic chaos is hard to keep track of – even if you’re an expert. Well, we’re not experts – so we got one in to help us out. Mark Zandi, chief economist of Moody's Analytics, sits down with Chris and Jarv to talk through the madness and to try and make sense of it all. Back us on Patreon – we need your help to keep going. Get ad fr…

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Trump vs. America, JD Vance vs. the Pope and Hegseth vs. himself 1:19:52

6d ago1:19:52

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It’s tough to do this show every week and make sense of what’s happening! And this week is one of the wildest yet so we figured we’d just let it rip… Nikki, Chris and Jarv get into everything from the Pope and JD Vance, Trump toppling the economy and his poll ratings, Hegseth calling things he’s admitted to the media hoaxes and RFK Jr. being the wo…

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Donald Trump vs. human rights 1:06:59

14d ago1:06:59

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Donald Trump made it abundantly clear he doesn’t care about human rights this week, if it were ever in doubt. Nikki, Chris and Jarv unpack another horrifying week – and put into context just how unbelievably messed up what’s happening is. Back us on Patreon – we need your help to keep going. Get ad free episodes, extra bits and merch: https://www.p…

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Trump and Bukele – Inside the president's disturbing fascination with El Salvador 39:07

18d ago39:07

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Trump’s draconian move of deporting people to El Salvador with no due process disgusted onlookers – but unfortunately there could be worse to come. Nikki recently wrote a piece headlined The ‘Judicial Black Hole’ of El Salvador’s Prisons Is a Warning for American. Her and Jarv are joined by Noah Bullock, executive director of Cristosal, a human rig…

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Trump’s tariff u-turn — Why is he like this?! 55:19

20d ago55:19

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Donald Trump’s U-turn on global tariffs was his genius strategy all along, according to his most loyal minions. But anyone conscious can see that blatantly isn’t true. So what caused Trump to place this 90-day pause on tariffs (apart from China)? And what has been the reaction to it? Chris and Nikki get into all of that and loads more! Back us on P…

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Trump third term – Why we need to take his threats seriously 35:55

25d ago35:55

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Trump has said there are ways he could run for a third term. But, are there any which are legal and not insane? Jarv and Chris are joined by Casey Burgat, host of the Mastering the Room podcast to discuss the weird prospect of him sticking around for another few years beyond his current stay… Back us on Patreon – we need your help to keep going. Ge…

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Are Trump's tariffs breaking the world? 1:10:10

27d ago1:10:10

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Trump’s tariffs speech was as weird and confusing as you’d imagine – and has ended up causing more frustration than liberation. What’s going on and is it good for anyone? Nikki, Chris and Jarv discuss all that and more from the weird world of US politics. Back us on Patreon – we need your help to keep going. Get ad free episodes, extra bits and mer…

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"Democrats need to grow a f*cking spine!” – Kat Abughazaleh on her run for Congress 39:48

1M ago39:48

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Democrat incumbents are bracing for a raft of primary challengers in upcoming elections. Among those vying for a seat is Kat Abughazaleh, who’s appeared on the show in her role as an expert on right-wing disinfo. Now, she’s running for Congress and joined Jarv and Nikki to discuss what she’d want to do differently, what Democrats should be doing di…

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Signal sh*tshow gives the Dems some ammunition! 1:10:13

1M ago1:10:13

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The Pete Hegseth Signal chat disaster has finally put MAGA on the backfoot and given the Dems some ammunition. Nikki, Chris and Jarv discuss the fallout and ask where we go from here. Back us on Patreon – we need your help to keep going. Get ad free episodes, extra bits and merch: https://www.patreon.com/c/americanfriction We’re now on Youtube: htt…

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Pete Hegseth vs. the US Military 43:49

1M ago43:49

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Trump’s Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is at the centre of a scandal – so how bad things could things get under his watch? After a journalist was accidentally added to a group chat discussing war plans, all focus is on the former Fox News host we discuss if he’ll get fired – or if he’ll stick around making things worse. Ben Makuch is a freelance…

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Trump and Musk vs. America’s safety net 39:22

1M ago39:22

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Trump and Musk are taking an axe to chunks of America’s social security infrastructure – so just how badly will this hurt ordinary citizens? Justin Glawe, independent journalist and founder of American Doom, joins Jarv and Nikki to discuss. Back us on Patreon – we need your help to keep going. Get ad free episodes, extra bits and merch: https://www…

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The Trump dictatorship begins 1:06:08

1M ago1:06:08

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Donald Trump has been on a power grabbing spree – is he firmly behaving like a dictator? Nikki, Chris and Jarv discuss the latest US political fallout and answer listener questions. Back us on Patreon – we need your help to keep going. Get ad free episodes, extra bits and merch: https://www.patreon.com/c/americanfriction We’re now on Youtube: https…

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Everything Trump is getting wrong about immigration 43:07

2M ago43:07

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Donald Trump takes being anti-immigration to a new extreme as president. On a human level, it’s clear for many to see why his policies are abhorrent. But, on a practical level, are they also just stupid? Alex Nowrasteh, an immigration policy expert and vice president for economic and social policy studies at the Cato Institute, joins Chris and Jarv…

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Trump tanks the economy and becomes a Tesla salesman! 1:18:02

2M ago1:18:02

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Donald Trump is tanking the US economy – what’s going to go wrong next? And how’s his job as a Tesla salesman going? We unpack all the latest American political mayhem. Back us on Patreon – we need your help to keep going. Get ad free episodes, extra bits and merch: https://www.patreon.com/c/americanfriction We’re now on Youtube: https://www.youtub…

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Do Native Americans have a voice in the United States? 37:28

2M ago37:28

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For centuries, Native Americans, Alaskans, and Hawaiians have faced hardship at the hands of the US federal government. Because of that, participation within the federal system is extremely low, with only 0.07 of elected officials being from indigenous heritage. Will that ever change? And what’s it like being Native in America today? Carrie Lowry S…

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Why did Trump say that?! – His first major speech unpacked 1:12:55

2M ago1:12:55

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Trump’s first major speech as president was about as gross as you’d expect. What substance was there – and how much was just dishing out punishment to Democrats? Nikki, Chris and Jarv unpack everything you need to know and answer listener questions. Back us on Patreon – we need your help to keep going. Get ad free episodes, extra bits and merch: ht…

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Trump and Zelenskyy’s Oval Office clash – what happens now? 37:21

2M ago37:21

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Trump and Zelenskyy’s fallout in the Oval Office, egged on by Vice President JD Vance, shocked onlookers and has left the world reeling. So, what comes next? Jarv and Nikki are joined by Matt Duss, executive director of the center for international policy and co-host of the The Un-Diplomatic Podcast, to discuss the fallout and what it means. Back u…

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Is the tide turning on Elon Musk? 1:13:04

2M ago1:13:04

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Elon Musk seems to be p*ssing off everyone – including members of the Trump cabinet. But, the president is still backing him and he’s still ploughing on with his DOGE plans. Nikki, Chris and Jarv unpack the latest mishaps and discuss how long Musk will last. Plus, we round up other news and answer listener questions! Back us on Patreon – we need yo…

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How to fight the Trump-Musk power grab – with former Alabama senator Doug Jones 36:37

2M ago36:37

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Former Democratic Alabama senator Doug Jones joins us to discuss the latest chaos and how Democrats should push against it. What would he advise legally? How should they communicate? And what makes him hopeful? Back us on Patreon, we need your help to keep going. Get ad free episodes, extra bits and merch: https://www.patreon.com/americanfriction F…

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Donald Trump’s first month review! 1:06:03

2M ago1:06:03

1:06:03

Well, what a month it’s been. Trump was sworn in a month ago and we figured we’d rate his time in office so far. Plus, we discuss the latest Elon Musk weirdness after his and president’s love-in on Fox News. All that and more in a bumper panel episode – and we’ll be back with our interview episode on Monday! Back us on Patreon, we need your help to…

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Can Trump really ignore the courts? – plus, Your guide to being hopeful as MAGA ruins everything 1:09:12

3M ago1:09:12

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Trump’s allies, including JD Vance and Elon Musk, think he should just ignore the courts that try to stop his actions. Can he? What would happen if he did? Plus, while the MAGA movement destroys everything, it’s hard to stay hopeful. Reverend Professor Keith Magee joins us to discuss how to bridge political divisions and stay, somewhat, positive in…

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Why is Trump letting Musk stage a coup? – Plus, the history of the new American empire 1:14:56

3M ago1:14:56

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Elon Musk is taking over and shutting down chunks of government with help from his merry band of young mega nerds. What’s going on? And why is nobody stopping him? And Trump is talking about yet more expansion for the United States, now turning his focus to Gaza. Why’s he pushing for a new frontier? Back us on Patreon – we need your help to keep go…

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Donald Trump takes on the world — plus, are China and America heading for war? 1:05:56

3M ago1:05:56

1:05:56

Not satisfied with picking on Canada, Greenland, and Panama already - Trump continues his bullying spree. This time it’s Colombia that’s the target – Why? And for how much longer can he get away with being so brutish? Plus, over half of Americans see China as the biggest threat to the US. How will Trump manage the relationship with his Chinese coun…

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Trump’s first week review — Great for fascists, terrible for America 1:08:24

3M ago1:08:24

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Trump has been on a pardoning spree and an executive order bender in his first days as president. How crazy has this been, what will actually happen — and how bad is it for America? Nikki, Chris and Jarv review the first week and rope in support from Tim Dickinson, senior politics writer at Rolling Stone. Back us on Patreon – we need your help to k…

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Trump’s inauguration explained – Lies, executive orders and a Nazi salute 37:27

3M ago37:27

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Donald Trump officially became president on Monday – delivering a speech which was predictably full of lies, exaggerations and right-wing nonsense. Nikki and Jarv unpack the madness, and add the context that Trump certainly didn’t. Oh and they talk about Elon Musk doing a hand gesture which looked pretty suspect… Back us on Patreon – we need your h…

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What can Trump do straight away? 1:09:37

3M ago1:09:37

1:09:37

Donald Trump is about to officially become president and he’s been bragging about everything he’ll do right away. But, what can he really get done on day one? Our friend Casey Burgat, host of the Mastering the Room podcast and author of the upcoming book We Hold These "Truths": How to Spot the Myths that are Holding America Back, joins us to discus…

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Why is Trump so obsessed with Greenland? – Plus: Why Zuckerberg is as bad as Musk 57:08

4M ago57:08

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Trump is refusing to deny that he could invade Greenland and elsewhere, while he’s also set on renaming a few places to make ‘em more American. What the hell is he on about? And, Mark Zuckerberg has been zuck-ing up to Trump lately – is he just as bad as Musk? Plus, independent investigative journalist Jacqueline Sweet was banned from X for digging…

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Why is Donald Trump supporting Musk over MAGA? 54:47

4M ago54:47

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Donald Trump is backing Elon Musk in a major clash with MAGA loyalists. So why is the president-to-be siding with the Tesla boss? Plus – we all know what happened on January 6th 2021. Should we be worried about any chaos this time out? Back us on Patreon – we need your help to keep going. Get ad free episodes, extra bits and merch: patreon.com/amer…

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Santa and Friends! 51:09

4M ago51:09

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Send us a text Seasons greetings fellow students of lore! To celebrate the holidays we will discuss the origins of jolly old St. Nick and some of the figures that surround his mythic stature! We wish you Happy Holidays, a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Support the show Thank you all for joining us on this journey. The larger-than-life w…

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US Politics in 2024 recap: Weird bits, worst bits and what we learned 57:42

4M ago57:42

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American politics has been a real treat this year, hasn’t it? Lol. Well, it’s been interesting at least so the gang unpacks the key moments and lessons from a year that saw Trump elected President again. Follow us on social media: Twitter Instagram TikTok Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/americanfriction Written and presented by Chris Jones and N…

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The 12 Cryptids of Christmas! - A Cult Talks: Conspiracy! Christmas Special 28:39

4M ago28:39

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Talk to us directly! #JoinTheTalk for a very special Christmas Eve edition of Cult Talks: Conspiracy! as Bailey and Ty take you through a magical and dark journey exploring the other creatures that occupy this most festive of seasons. We're not talking about Santa Claus here but the cryptids that roam the ancient folklore of Christmas from Krampus …

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Trump's hush money fight fails – plus, why is everyone obsessed with drones? 50:16

4M ago50:16

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Donald Trump might yet get punished over his hush money shenanigans — what’s going on with this never-ending legal saga? Plus — drones, stars and planes have made America’s right-wing angry and confused. Why have they dived into conspiracies and what’s the truth? As far as we know it anyway… Follow us on social media: Twitter Instagram TikTok Suppo…

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Trump’s plan for America: “Don’t blame me!” – Plus, the Electoral College, an unsolvable problem? – with Latif Nasser 1:08:18

5M ago1:08:18

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• Get 20% off a year’s Patreon support in our Black Friday sale. Why not ask for it for Christmas? Donald Trump’s first TV interview since winning the election didn’t disappoint, or did, depending on your point of view. Joining Kristen Welker on NBC News’s Meet the Press, he outlined his plan for the economy, immigration, and his “concepts of a pla…

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Why did Joe Biden pardon Hunter? – plus a New York deep dive with Brian Lehrer 1:09:23

5M ago1:09:23

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•Get 20% off a year’s Patreon support in our Black Friday sale. Why not ask for it for Christmas? Everyone’s in a flap about Joe Biden pardoning his son, Hunter. Is it as huge a deal as it’s made out to be? Will it really matter all that much politically? Plus, we look at Trump’s pardon records and the dodgy people set to be in his cabinet – like t…

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The Noble Ogryn 57:22

5M ago57:22

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Send us a text Shaped by thousands of years of evolution on the galaxy's harshest worlds, the mighty Ogryn stands as a simple yet effective soldier of the Imperium's Astra Militarum. In this episode of Cult of Lore, we will discuss the origins, motivations and uses of the noble Ogryn. For an entertaining story featuring Ogryn's, Ben highly recommen…

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Trump’s legal cases: What you need to know — plus, how powerful is Fox News? 1:11:41

5M ago1:11:41

1:11:41

Get 20% off a year’s Patreon support in our Black Friday sale. Why not ask for it for Christmas? Donald Trump has swerved legal trouble once again — we unpack the latest as cases against him are dropped or postponed. Plus, Kat Abughazaleh from Mother Jones joins us to discuss the power of Fox News and the right-wing infosphere. Back us on Patreon –…

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REAL Men in Black Encounters 3 - Black Friday Special '24 31:48

5M ago31:48

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Talk to us directly! #JointheTalk for our annual Black Friday special where Bailey and Ty unveil the mysterious world that is encounters with the Men In Black. #QuestionEverything about these sinister beings and those unlucky enough to come face to face with them. Since the dawn of the atomic age when UFOs began patrolling our skies, these beings h…

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Stranger Places: The legacy of the Montauk project 1:14:16

5M ago1:14:16

1:14:16

Talk to us directly! Support the show Follow @CultTalkNet on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube for more Groovy content! Check out Cult of Campbell every other Monday for a groovy dose of Bruce Campbell! #QuestionEverything every other Tuesday with Cult Talks: Conspiracy! where we dive deep into the dark corners of the fringe. Explore the va…

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Why did Matt Gaetz drop out – and how long will Musk last? 1:13:10

5M ago1:13:10

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Well, Matt Gaetz has decided to bow out of trying to become attorney general after it became clear everybody hates him. We wonder why? We discuss the cabinet latest and ask how much Musk is annoying Trump – does anyone fancy a sweepstake on how long until he’s booted? Plus, Casey Burgat, director of the Legislative Affairs program at George Washing…

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Who's in the Trump horror cabinet? – plus, Ro Khanna on the Democrats’ future 1:09:19

6M ago1:09:19

1:09:19

Well, Trump has truly surpassed himself making his cabinet even more MAGA than we expected. From Matt Gaetz to Musk to Kristi Noem, we discuss the key picks – and how Trump might get them through with no scrutiny. (we recorded before RFK Jr. was confirmed, so we’ve got plenty to discuss next show) And Congressman Ro Khanna, a Democrat representing …

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The Nephilim Chronicles: Tales of Titans - File #055 1:14:15

6M ago1:14:15

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Talk to us directly! In this eye opening file, Bailey and Ty journey deep into the mysterious history of the Nephilim—the legendary giants mentioned in ancient texts, including the Bible. What is the truth behind these ancient beings, and why do their stories persist across cultures and civilizations? #JoinTheTalk as we explore the origins of the N…

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Imperial Guard Chapter Two- Warhammer 40K 1:05:16

6M ago1:05:16

1:05:16

Send us a text Join us as we continue our exploration of the Imperial Guard, a vast and often diverse military force that fiercely defends the Imperium! There are many Legions and organizations within the ranks of this titanic war machine, today we will set our sites on the Penal Legion, the Vostroyan First Born, and the Catachan Jungle Fighters. S…

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Are the Democrats ready to face reality? – The Trump-Harris aftermath 57:39

6M ago57:39

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The Trump victory and the collapse of the Democratic Party vote completely shocked political onlookers. But how did it take the Dems so badly by surprise? And are they ready to reckon with their loss properly — and address the broader issues the party faces? Andrew Perez, senior politics editor at Rolling Stone, joins Nikki, Chris and Jarv to discu…

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Trump won. What now? – Election result special episode 40:53

6M ago40:53

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Trump is president elect. F*ck’s sake, Chris and Jarv were right and Nikki’s fears were realised. There’s no beating around the bush, this looks like a terrible night for Democrats and democracy at large. In an early hours record, we pick over what we know so far as Trump declares victory and TV stations call it. The Senate has gone GOP too, who kn…

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Trump or Harris: Who's going to win then?! - With guest Molly Jong-Fast 1:23:22

6M ago1:23:22

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The election is nearly here. So, who’s going to win? We look at the state of play with a few days to go, and Jarv forces Chris and Nikki to talk about their gut feelings. And friend of the podcast Molly Jong-Fast, of Fast Politics, joins to describe what she’s going to be focusing on on election night and discuss the latest issues. Back us on Patre…

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The Possession Backed by Science! Cult of Lore Ghost Stories 37:56

6M ago37:56

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Send us a text For the final episode of Cult of Lore Ghost Stories, Jerry brought the paperwork. He found a paper published by the University of Virginia School of Medicine that details the possession of a woman named Sumitra... or does she now go by another name? Jerry read the fine print, and now he's going to share with us the true tale of a pos…

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His Holy Inquisition 59:09

6M ago59:09

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Send us a text Praise be to the Emperor! Fellow students of lore, this Cultober we will bask in the light of the Emperor's Redemption and marvel at his mercy. Ben will begin with an overview of the Inquisitors and their sacred purposes, particularly that of the Ordo Hereticus, as they endlessly strive to purify all threats to the Imperium of Man. T…

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Our Nation's Darkest Secret: The Missing 411 - File #054 1:20:59

6M ago1:20:59

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Talk to us directly! In this Halloween edition of Cult Talks: Conspiracy! Bailey and Ty take a deep dive into the world of the Missing 411 phenomenon. What lies behind the mysterious disappearances of individuals in national parks and remote wilderness areas? #JoinTheTalk as we explore the chilling history of Missing 411, examining the patterns, co…

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The Legend of Sleepy Hollow: Cult of Lore Ghost Stories 26:20

6M ago26:20

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Send us a text Cult of Lore Ghost Stories is a miniseries based on the lore of the paranormal. Today, Ben will delve into the story... and history... of the Legend of Sleepy Hollow. What are the origins of the infamous Headless Horseman? This episode and more are a part of our annual celebration of all things spooky... Cultober! Thank you for joini…

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Trump-Harris: How ugly is the election aftermath going to get? 1:00:26

6M ago1:00:26

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• Back us on Patreon – we need your help to keep going. Get ad free episodes, extra bits and merch: patreon.com/americanfriction While we’re all focussed on the horse race, the question people are focussing on less is what will the aftermath to November’s vote be like? We discuss how the fallout will look, and just how ugly it might get. Plus, Chri…

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