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Each week we choose a theme. Then anything can happen. This American Life is true stories that unfold like little movies for radio. Personal stories with funny moments, big feelings, and surprising plot twists. Newsy stories that try to capture what it’s like to be alive right now. It’s the most popular weekly podcast in the world, and winner of the first ever Pulitzer Prize for a radio show or podcast. Hosted by Ira Glass and produced in collaboration with WBEZ Chicago.
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The most interesting conversations in American life happen in private. This show brings them out of the closet. Stories no one else is telling and conversations with the most fascinating people in the country, every week from The Free Press, hosted by former New York Times and Wall Street Journal journalist Bari Weiss.
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Jen Psaki draws on her 20 years with a seat at the table – from the campaign bus to the Oval Office – to tackle the most pressing issues of the week, interview the biggest names in politics, and pull back the curtain on the lives of the people shaping every aspect of American life.
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Propagandist? Truth teller? Influencer? Question Everything unravels the contested work of journalists and the moral complexities surrounding the stories that impact us all. Hosted by Brian Reed (S-Town, This American Life, The Trojan Horse Affair). For outtakes and an inside peek inside the editorial conundrums that confront journalists every day, sign up for our newsletter at www.kcrw.com/questioneverything. Question Everything is a production of KCRW and Placement Theory.
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If you like The Moth, This American Life or Snap Judgment, take a walk on the wilder side with RISK! Your colorful host Kevin Allison (of the legendary comedy group The State) helms this surprisingly uncensored show where people tell jaw-dropping true stories they never thought they'd dare to share in public. RISK! is hilarious, heart-wrenching and remarkably real. Think you've heard it all? Fasten your seatbelt.
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What makes you a heretic? Journalist Andrew Gold believes that, in an age of group-think and tribes, we need heretics - those who use unconventional wisdom to speak out against their own groups, from cancelled comedians and radical feminists to cult defectors and vigilantes hunting deviants. Learn from my guests how to rebel, think differently and resist social contagion. From Triggernometry's Francis Foster and the world's most cancelled man Graham Linehan to Robbie Williams and gender crit ...
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1 phone call. 1 hour. No names. No holds barred. Thats the premise behind Beautiful Stories from Anonymous People, hosted by comedian Chris Gethard (the Chris Gethard Show, Broad City, This American Life, and one of Time Outs 10 best comedians of 2015). Every week, Chris opens the phone line to one anonymous caller, and he cant hang up first, no matter what. From shocking confessions and family secrets to philosophical discussions and shameless self-promotion, anything can and will happen! T ...
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The American Mind Podcast uncovers the ideas and principles that drive American political life. In each episode, we engage Claremont Institute scholars, co-conspirators, and critics in thought-provoking discussions about the real causes of our current political and cultural reality. We explore these ideas with an eye towards restoring American civic health. The Roundtable is a weekly show, hosted by our editors and publisher with a unique blend of joviality and intellectually stimulating con ...
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Ear Hustle is prison slang for eavesdropping, and that’s what listening to the show feels like: a raw, often funny, and always surprising peek into the reality of life inside prison. Hosts Nigel Poor and Earlonne Woods co-created the show that launched in 2017 while Earlonne was incarcerated at San Quentin State Prison, where Nigel was a volunteer teaching photography. Since Earlonne’s release in 2018, the show has expanded to include stories from prisons across the state, including the Cali ...
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American prosperity was built on a foundation of free markets and free people. But, with inflation on the rise and a struggling market, many in America’s political class are attempting to recycle failed socialist ideas and calling for government intervention in nearly every aspect of American life. In this National Review Capital Matters podcast, presented by the National Review Institute, financier David Bahnsen hosts interviews with the nation’s top business leaders, entrepreneurs, and fin ...
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Welcome to "Japanese America," where the Japanese American National Museum unveils captivating stories that add a Nikkei slant to the American narrative. In each episode, we explore the unique experiences, challenges, and triumphs of Japanese Americans, illuminating their rich contributions to the mosaic of American life. From historical milestones to contemporary perspectives, join us for an insightful journey through the curated collection of the Japanese American National Museum, showcasi ...
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Our newest podcast, “The Good Whale,” is out now. Search for it wherever you get your podcasts, or follow it here: https://lnk.to/good-whale Serial Productions makes narrative podcasts that have transformed the medium. Sign up for our newsletter at nytimes.com/serialnewsletter to find out about new shows, get behind the scenes stories, and see photos and videos you can’t see on a podcast. To get full access to Serial Productions shows, and to other New York Times podcasts on Apple Podcasts a ...
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Your Tour Guide to America
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Welcome to the American Planning Association Podcast. This is your source for discussions, interviews, and lectures on a multitude of planning topics.
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Bank executive insights, unique business strategies, regulatory updates from D.C., and fun banking stories—all this and more on the free ABA Banking Journal Podcast, brought to you in 20-minute episodes each week by the American Bankers Association’s award-winning podcast team.
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CNBC's longest-running primetime original series, "American Greed" takes you inside the amazing real-life stories of how some people will do anything for money. The award-winning series is narrated by legendary actor Stacy Keach.
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The Action Catalyst interviews top leaders and achievers, sharing hard-earned tips and advice to help you uncover your inspiration and gain valuable insights to overcome setbacks, defeat mediocrity, and reach your goals in life, business, and beyond. Southwestern/Great American, Inc., dba Southwestern Family of Companies, for itself and its related entities and their assigns, reserves and retains all rights to their copyrighted materials and trademarks contained in this podcast.
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Get the most from Success, Experience those satisfying relationships, and no-nonsense motivation.
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If the United States of America had a sacred canon of literature, which writings would be included? What stories would be told? Whose voices would be heard? Whose voices would be forgotten? The purpose of The American Canon is to explore the vast anthology of American literature and historiography to determine which writings speak to the core of the Great American Experiment: life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
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Lady Icon Life | Live An Iconic Life 🔥 Help high-achieving women turn ideas ➝ empires 🚀 Launch your 7-figure business
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The Cold War, Prohibition, the Gold Rush, the Space Race. Every part of your life - the words you speak, the ideas you share - can be traced to our history, but how well do you really know the stories that made America? We'll take you to the events, the times and the people that shaped our nation. And we'll show you how our history affected them, their families and affects you today. Hosted by Lindsay Graham (not the Senator). From Wondery, the network behind American Scandal, Tides of Histo ...
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Anything under the Sun.
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Home of the Brave: new and old stories from "This American Life" contributor Scott Carrier.
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Father, teacher, husband, stepfather, adoptive father, beer league hockey player, jiu jitsu practitioner, coach, runner, veteran.
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How do today’s masters create their art? American Masters: Creative Spark presents narrative interviews that go in-depth with an iconic artist about the creation of a single work. Each episode offers a unique window into the world of art and the creative process of artists and cultural icons across a wide range of disciplines, from music and comedy to poetry and film. Explore more at www.pbs.org/creativespark
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DNA science. Artificial intelligence. Smartphones and 3D printers. Science and technology have transformed the world we live in. But how did we get here? It wasn’t by accident. Well, sometimes it was. It was also the result of hard work, teamwork, and competition. And incredibly surprising moments. Hosted by bestselling author Steven Johnson (“How We Got To Now”), American Innovations uses immersive scenes to tell the stories of the scientists, engineers, and ordinary people behind the great ...
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Living abroad can be an adventure...and as a US Citizen it can be challenging! On the second Tuesday of each month, the American Citizens Abroad (ACA) team dives into an array of issues concerning Americans residing abroad, from managing expat life to finances to culture shock to trailing spouses and everything in-between! Join us as we explore the reality of life as an American living abroad.
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Interviews with leading researchers and thinkers in health care about practice-changing research, innovations, and the most pressing issues facing medicine and health care today from JAMA, the Journal of the American Medical Association.
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The American Folktales bring to life the rich storytelling traditions of the United States, featuring legendary heroes, mythical creatures, and eerie ghost stories passed down through generations. From frontier adventures and Native American myths to supernatural tales like Whisper the Ghost Cat, these stories spark imagination and teach valuable life lessons. This collection offers a captivating journey into the heart of American storytelling.
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A weekly show of constitutional debate hosted by National Constitution Center President and CEO Jeffrey Rosen where listeners can hear the best arguments on all sides of the constitutional issues at the center of American life.
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There differences between an American household vs a Vietnamese household
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Conversations with Bill Kristol features in-depth, thought-provoking discussions with leading figures in American public life.
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We’re taught the Supreme Court was designed to be above the fray of politics. But at a time when partisanship seeps into every pore of American life, are the nine justices living up to that promise? More Perfect is a guide to the current moment on the Court. We bring the highest court of the land down to earth, telling the human dramas at the Court that shape so many aspects of American life — from our religious freedom to our artistic expression, from our reproductive choices to our voice i ...
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If you could call a number and say you’re sorry, and no one would know…what would you apologize for? For fifteen years, you could call a number in Manhattan and do just that. This is the story of the line, and the man at the other end who became consumed by his own creation. He was known as “Mr. Apology.” As thousands of callers flooded the line, confessing to everything from shoplifting to infidelity, drug dealing to murder, Mr. Apology realized he couldn’t just listen. He had to do somethi ...
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For Easter weekend — and the end of Passover! — stories of people struggling to follow the Ten Commandments. Visit thisamericanlife.org/lifepartners to sign up for our premium subscription. Host Ira Glass reads from the Ten Commandments. Not the original Ten Commandments, but some of the newer, lesser-known ones. There's the Miner's Ten Commandment…
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A couple devises a strategy to get their daughter's killer prosecuted and to get attention for other Native families.
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S2E3 Bridging Generations: The Cultural Impact of Baseball in Japanese American Life
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Send us a text In this captivating episode of "Bridging Generations: The Cultural Impact of Baseball in Japanese American Life," hosts Koji and Michelle explore the profound connections between baseball and cultural identity within the Japanese American community. They delve into personal stories, from Koji's admiration for Hideo Nomo to Michelle's…
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A couple devises a strategy to get their daughter's killer prosecuted and to get attention for other Native families.
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The oldest log cabin in New England is on an island in Vermont. It’s a spot you can visit today, and for those that do, you’ll find an interesting story about the man who built it and those who settled there…By Andrew McCrea
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Why Doesn't Ear Hustle Talk About People's Crimes?
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Listeners had a lot to say about two recent episodes featuring residents of California’s death row, especially “Different Sides of the Earth,” which focused on condemned women. “It was hard to hear the joy, laughing, etc.” wrote one listener, “when you know about some of their crimes.” Your messages and comments gave us a great excuse to dive into …
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Pounding Beers in a Shed, and Other Dispatches from the War on Free Speech
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Last episode we discussed the campaign to overturn the Supreme Court decision that protects reporters’ ability to criticize and investigate people in power. But even with that decision still in place, reporter David Enrich has discovered a shocking wave of legal attacks that is being waged on journalists in towns and cities across the country. Thes…
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The Future of Birthright Citizenship
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On May 15, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in a case challenging the constitutionality of President Trump’s executive order which seeks to end birthright citizenship for the children of undocumented immigrants. Legal scholars Gabriel Chin of the University of California, Davis School of Law; Amanda Frost of the University of Virginia Sch…
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Quantum computing’s shakeup in payments, cybersecurity
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Quantum computing is an entirely new way of processing information, and it has the power to solve extremely difficult computational problems much more quickly than binary computers. As the technology continues to advance, the latest episode of the ABA Banking Journal Podcast — sponsored by Intrafi’s Banking with Interest — explores how payments and…
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530. They Tried to Turn My Hotel Into a MIGRANT Centre - John Mappin
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Try Ground News for 30% off: https://ground.news/Andrew When John Mappin received an extraordinary offer to fill Camelot Castle Hotel with migrants for a year, he was stunned. “At first, I thought it was a joke,” he says—but it wasn’t. What followed was a whirlwind of phone calls, political conversations, and a decision that could change a communit…
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Katelynn Morgenstern, AICP, on Planning, Social Media, and Finding Your Voice as an Introvert
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What does being an introvert in a profession centered on community and collaboration mean? For Katelynn Morgenstern, AICP, Director of Planning and Zoning in Kennett Township, Pennsylvania, navigating networking and building a brand used to feel daunting—until she discovered the power of social media to build authentic connections, explore planning…
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A Classic RISK! episode from our early years that first ran in April of 2013, when Kurt Braunohler, Melinda Hill, Dave Ross and Cyndi Freeman shared stories of messes they got into pursuing their careers. • Pitch us your story! risk-show.com/submissions • Support RISK! through Patreon at patreon.com/risk or make a one-time donation: paypal.me/risks…
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In the northeastern part of Vermont you’ll find Lake Champlain, and in that body of water there are the Hero Islands. So who is the hero?By Andrew McCrea
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Episode 229: Two Ways to Hurt the Working Class
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Veronique De Rugy’s phenomenal articleBy David L. Bahnsen
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Knives are out as Pete Hegseth’s wife is let in on sensitive information about U.S. operations against the Houthis. Amid rumors of staff churn and conflicts within the right over foreign policy, Trump maintains his prudent approach. Meanwhile, on Easter Monday, Pope Francis passed away, spurring an assessment of his legacy and speculations about th…
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Anya Cheng, founder and CEO of Taelor, and a former Head of Product for Meta, eBay, Target, and McDonalds, shares an eye-opening story about the prejudices that still exist for women in the startup world, and some actionable tips for how to overcome them. Hear Anya's full interview in Episode 484 of The Action Catalyst. Special for Action Catalyst …
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Freedom of the press is great, until you're the target
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For decades, a Supreme Court decision called New York Times vs Sullivan was widely beloved by people across the political spectrum. Hailed as a decision that gives the first amendment teeth and sets our country apart, as a place that prizes free speech. But recently, right under our noses, some of the same people who once sang Times v Sullivan's pr…
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You might know rapper and actor Daveed Diggs from his performances in Broadway’s “Hamilton” or 2024’s “Nickel Boys.” But he is also one-third of the hip-hop group clipping. Known for their love of genre storytelling, the group’s new album “Dead Channel Sky” is not their first foray into science fiction. Along with William Hutson and Jonathan Snipes…
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Kevin hears Daryl Davis’s “The Silver Dollar” story from Love and Radio for the first time and gives you his hot takes. You can also watch this episode on YouTube! • Pitch us your story! risk-show.com/submissions • Support RISK! through Patreon at patreon.com/risk or make a one-time donation: paypal.me/riskshow • Get tickets to RISK! live shows: ri…
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Many writers take inspiration from nature. That is certain true for this man who is known to take long walks and then come back to his desk to write. The location of that desk and his cabin still bring visitors today to a well known pond…By Andrew McCrea
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Marco Rubio on Iran, Deportations and the State Dept. Shake-Up
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Yesterday, The Free Press had a major scoop: The State Department is launching the biggest shake-up in decades in an effort spearheaded by Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Today, Rubio joins us on Honestly to discuss his goals for restructuring the Department and also how the U.S. is responding to manifold crises at home and abroad, from controversi…
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In his final year in office, President Jimmy Carter was forced to navigate crisis after crisis, as American hostages remained captive in Iran and news broke of his brother Billy’s shady deal-making with Libya. Despite losing the 1980 election to Republican Ronald Reagan in a landslide, Carter quickly embarked on a remarkable post-presidential caree…
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Episode 11: How to Beat Impostor Syndrome and Start Your Business with Confidence
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Feel like everyone else is launching, pivoting, and shining—while you're stuck wondering if you're even qualified to start? You're not alone. In this episode of Lady Icon Life, Coco breaks down the truth about impostor syndrome, the myth of “starting too late,” and why high-achieving women are the most likely to feel like frauds. You’ll hear iconic…
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Monologue: Keir Starmer: The Man Who Couldn’t Say What a Woman Is
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Try Ground News for 30% off: https://ground.news/Andrew Andrew Gold tears into Keir Starmer’s cowardice, hypocrisy, and years of evasiveness on the question, “What is a woman?” From refusing to say whether women can have penises, to blindly parroting “trans women are women,” Starmer has consistently dodged reality—until now, when political pressure…
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Episode 228: Moving the Wrong Way with the Fed
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If our goal is a monetary policy that minimizes interventions and distortions in the marketplace and most optimally allows capital to find its most efficient use, the last thing we should want is a Fed that is less independent and more captive to political whims and desires. David explains his various criticisms of Jerome Powell this week, but poin…
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Elaine Gale and Heather Farley tell stories about marriages ending and new beginnings. • Pitch us your story! risk-show.com/submissions • Support RISK! through Patreon at patreon.com/risk or make a one-time donation: paypal.me/riskshow • Get tickets to RISK! live shows: risk-show.com/live • Get the RISK! Book and shop for merch: risk-show.com/shop …
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It is know as the “shot heard ‘round the world.” It was the shot considered to have begun the American Revolution in Concord, Massachusetts…By Andrew McCrea
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Gethard is finally taking a well-earned, long-overdue vacation. But we’re not leaving you hanging. Instead, we brought in a past caller/frenemy of the show who knows exactly what makes a great Beautiful/Anonymous call. If you’ve been around for a while, you know Parade Girl as the caller who somehow cracked our phone system and sparked a whole saga…
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REMASTERED: Know That You’re Extraordinary, with Matt Mayberry (Sports, Failure, Success, Business)
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Speaker, author, former NFL linebacker, and CEO of Matt Mayberry Enterprises, Matt Mayberry, shares the 3 big failures in his life that shaped him, the similarities between the field and the boardroom, and why you shouldn’t forget that you are extraordinary. Mentioned in this episode: Click here to get your copy today! 10-Minute 28-Day Positive Bod…
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Can America Survive Without Christianity?
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In the past few weeks, Bari has done two episodes on religion—one asking, “Do we need a religious revival?,” and then a follow-up conversation with Ross Douthat asking how people who grew up in the secular West can actually find faith. Today, we have the last installment of this intellectual and religious inquiry, and we are asking a new question: …
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Oops! He Did It Again: Secretary Hegseth on the Defensive over Second Signal Chat
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Jen Psaki delves into the storm brewing at the Pentagon, amid a wave of firings new revelations that embattled Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared sensitive information on another signal chat. Veteran journalist Bob Woodward reflects on Hegseth's apparent incompetency, as well as the increasingly reckless actions of an unaccountable president. La…
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529. Why I REPORTED Andrew & CHARLES to Police - Norman Baker
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Get your free gold & silver kit: https://www.andrewlovesgold.com (if not working: https://www.goldsilverkit.us/agold) 👑 What Is the Royal Family Hiding? Former UK minister Norman Baker joins Heretics to expose the secrets behind Prince Andrew, King Charles, and their disturbing connections. Get Norman's book ...And What Do You Do?: https://www.amaz…
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It’s been about 250 years since British Regulars met Citizens of Concord, known as the Provincials at the Old North Bridge. That confrontation began the American RevolutionBy Andrew McCrea
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Born into a chaotic, hellraising and deeply tight-knit family, Saraya learned to never back down from a challenge. She’s a rule breaker and drawn to people with the same mentality. In “Rulebreakers,” her DGAF attitude takes center stage while also exploring vulnerability and transparency with listeners. Every week, Saraya and a guest will explore t…
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April 21, 1934. The Daily Mail publishes an alleged photo of the Loch Ness Monster, sparking an international sensation around one of the world’s most enduring modern legends. You can listen ad-free in the Wondery or Amazon Music app. Or for all that and more, go to IntoHistory.com History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to Histo…
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Fight or Flight: Why It Pays to Stand Up to Trump
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As Trump stokes fear to leverage his power, Jen Psaki weighs the cost of obeying his demands against the reward of resisting. Congressman Jamie Raskin joins the show to help to break down the ways in which the courts, lawmakers and the American people are standing up to Trump. Later, Jen welcomes former Russian chess champion Garry Kasparov to refl…
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The Role of Planners in Space Exploration with Justin Hollander, FAICP
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In this episode of the Trend Talk series, a companion podcast for APA's 2025 Trend Report for Planners, Joe DeAngelis, AICP, research manager at the American Planning Association, chats with author and urban planning professor Justin Hollander, FAICP. Listen as they examine the potential for human settlements on the Moon and Mars, and discover the …
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Although the Shroud of Turin is located in Italy, the research and a traveling exhibit about it have connections to this country and specifically the city of Shreveport…By Andrew McCrea
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In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, historians Rick Atkinson, author of The British Are Coming: The War for America, Lexington to Princeton, 1775-1777; Mary Beth Norton, author of 1774: The Long Year of Revolution; and Rosemarie Zagarri, author of Revolutionary Backlash: Women and Politics in the Early A…
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