Best COCKTAILS AND TAKEAWAYS Podcasts (2025)

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“Men Pay Me For My Toe Nails!” Soft Dom Reveals All! 49:17

4d ago49:17

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In this episode soft domme Latiesha Jones discusses weirdest items sold to men, getting scammed, balancing her work and relationship and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The current reconciliation bill will raise the deficit. Could it pass anyway? 28:43

2d ago28:43

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This week, we’ve looked at the budget reconciliation bill and its effects on student debt, taxes, health care and social programs. The bill is currently moving through the Senate. Today, we discuss the reconciliation bill and the national deficit. And we dig into other proposals such as AI regulation ban and private foundation taxes. Plus, we play …

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Moonshine Cake and Cantaloupe Cream Pie: The Secrets of Southern Baking 57:09

3d ago57:09

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Author Anne Byrn scoured the South, uncovering the stories behind the region’s best bakes. She found lane cakes in Georgia, chess pies in North Carolina and a shocking twist on chocolate cake in Arkansas. Plus, Kim Severson offers a timely report on the MAHA organic food movement; we whip up an Almond and Rum Tres Leches Cake; and Cheryl Day return…

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Health care, social programs on the chopping block 15:13

4d ago15:13

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Every day this week, we’ll take a look at the ripple effects of the budget reconciliation bill moving through Congress that would enact President Donald Trump’s agenda. Today, we focus on the bill’s impact on health care and social programs. We explain how the Senate’s version of the reconciliation bill cuts Medicaid more aggressively than the Hous…

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The Senate unveils its version of the reconciliation bill 11:46

5d ago11:46

11:46

Today, we take a deep dive into the provisions affecting small businesses and taxes in the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” which aims to enact President Donald Trump’s agenda. The bill passed the U.S. House of Representatives in May, and the U.S. Senate released its proposed version of the bill on Monday. The Senate’s draft upheld many policies from the …

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How will the reconciliation bill affect student loans? 14:08

6d ago14:08

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Every day this week, we’re going to take a closer look at the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” which aims to enact President Donald Trump’s agenda. It proposes a tax cut and increased spending for border security and the military. It also includes cuts to health, nutrition, education and clean energy programs. Today, we explain the rules around what provi…

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The disappearing safety net for Baby Boomers 17:32

9d ago17:32

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The economic position of the baby boomer generation has long been the envy of younger ones in the United States. But the tides may be turning as the Trump administration seeks deep cuts to social benefits that older Americans rely on. We’ll get into it. And, Kimberly joins the show from the National Press Club in Washington D.C., to make us smarter…

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High on the Hog: Black Cooks and the Making of American Cuisine 51:03

10d ago51:03

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We chat with Dr. Jessica B. Harris about her seminal book "High on the Hog,'' which offers a diverse and complex history of African American cuisine—from the escape of George Washington’s enslaved master chef to the birth of the catering industry. Plus, we investigate Korean television’s obsession with Subway sandwiches, learn about the origins of …

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Can reparations shrink the Black wealth gap in Tulsa? 12:05

10d ago12:05

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More than 100 years after the Tulsa Race Massacre, the Oklahoma city’s mayor recently announced a $105 million reparations package to address the Massacre’s lasting impact. Marketplace’s Mitchell Hartman joins us on the show today to explain how we got here, and more from his reporting on economic injustice in Tulsa’s Greenwood neighborhood. Plus, …

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Klaudia Talks Online Crashouts, Dating Younger Men & Getting Hacked 59:56

11d ago59:56

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In this episode Klaudia aka wavyute discusses receiving a fake LV bag as a gift, crying on social media, nicknames in the bedroom & more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Much ado about a China trade deal 11:19

11d ago11:19

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President Trump announced a new trade deal with China after days of negotiations. Here’s the thing: Trump’s tariffs on China will stay the same. So what did the two countries actually agree to? We’ll get into it. And, after Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired a panel of experts that advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on…

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Food Science Special: Million-Layer Puff Pastry, Perfect Potatoes, and More! 27:54

12d ago27:54

27:54

In this special episode, we share a few of our favorite moments about getting experimental in the kitchen. Kenji López-Alt shares the perfect way to make potatoes; Alex Aïnouz attempts to create a 1 million-layer puff pastry; and we chat with flavor chemist Dr. Arielle Johnson about how to eat a tree.…

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Is college still worth it? 31:21

12d ago31:21

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For decades, going to college has been seen as a reliable path to good jobs and economic success in the United States. But a recent Indeed survey reported that over half of Gen Z respondents beg to differ. As tuition prices continue to rise and the Trump administration takes aim at higher education institutions, is the way we view college changing?…

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California sues Trump over National Guard deployment to LA 17:11

13d ago17:11

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President Donald Trump deployed California National Guard troops to Los Angeles on Sunday, following demonstrations over the weekend protesting the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown. The decision was made without California Governor Gavin Newsom’s approval, and the state is now suing the “illegal and immoral” move. We get into all the po…

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Betrayal, Revenge and Family Secrets: A Frozen Food "Succession" 50:17

17d ago50:17

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This week, we share a story of revenge, betrayal and secrets … at a frozen vegetable empire. John Seabrook investigates why running “the biggest vegetable factory on Earth” led to generations of drama in his family, like a real-life version of the TV show “Succession.” Plus, Brendan Liew gives us a tour of Japan’s incredible convenience stores; Ken…

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Ciara talks Husband Material Signs, Balancing Motherhood & CiCi Album 48:55

18d ago48:55

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In this episode global ICON Ciara discusses how to love yourself, embracing singleness & Ten to One Rum drink! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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LA's Food Truck King: Up Close and Personal with Roy Choi 50:42

24d ago50:42

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In 2008, Roy Choi was fired from his big restaurant job and ready to give up—then he started his food truck, Kogi. He joins us today to discuss the making of his now-legendary food truck, how he taught Jon Favreau to look like a cook for his 2014 film “Chef,” and why there's poetry in lowriding around LA. Plus, we hunt for clams, eels and anchovies…

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Introducing "What We Spend" (Sponsored by Audacy) 2:27

24d ago2:27

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From our sponsor: Imagine if you could ask someone anything you wanted about their finances. On “What We Spend,” people from across the country and across the financial spectrum are opening their wallets — and their lives — to tell you everything: What they make, what they want, and — for one week — what they spend. “What We Spend” is available whe…

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Season 9 Finale with Tim Gasper and Juan Sequeda 52:50

24d ago52:50

52:50

As Season 9 of Catalog & Cocktails comes to a close, Tim and Juan reflect on the conversations, breakthroughs, and trends that shaped the past episodes. From rethinking data governance to building trust in your data, this recap dives into the standout moments, key lessons, and recurring themes from our incredible guests. Tune in for an honest, no-B…

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Valiant Talks Toxic Women, Complicationships & Caribbean Whine Culture 47:12

25d ago47:12

47:12

In this episode Valiant discusses crazy fan experiences, ugly Jamaican men and his latest EP project “Prove Them Wrong" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Financially Inclined: Going green with your money 12:50

26d ago12:50

12:50

Hey Smarties! Make Me Smart is taking a short break while Kimberly and Reema cook up something good for you! In the meantime, we’re bringing you an episode from “Financially Inclined” a podcast from Marketplace that helps families learn more about money. It turns out where you park your money can actually make a difference in the fight agains clima…

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White House Noshes: What Presidents Really Eat 51:02

1M ago51:02

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Jefferson ate capon, Eisenhower craved squirrel soup and Grant had a habit of throwing bread across the table. This week, we go into the White House with Alex Prud’homme to hear culinary stories from presidential history, like how Julia Child charmed her way into a state dinner and why Eleanor Roosevelt may have used Jell-O salad to get revenge on …

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Higher education is a major U.S. export. And it’s under threat. 8:46

1M ago8:46

8:46

It’s Kai’s last day as a regular co-host of “Make Me Smart” and he’s got a solid rant (and two bleeps). We’ll get into the Trump administration’s push to block international students at Harvard, thretening one of American’s biggest exports: higher education. Plus, we’ll unpack the Supreme Court’s 4-4 split over a separation of church and state case…

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Madame Joyce Talks Chris Brown Arrest, Real Housewives of London & Gen-Z Parenting 58:06

1M ago58:06

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In this episode, Joyce gives us the debrief on her recent trip to Nigeria, calls out people who show up to wax appointments dirty, and shares why summer 2025 is going to be the best one yet! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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No tax on tips? Here's what that could mean. 16:26

1M ago16:26

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The Senate unexpectedly passed the No Tax on Tips Act, one of President Trump’s many campaign promises. We’ll explain what’s actually in the bill and where it goes from here. Plus, the Trump administration has officially accepted a $400 million luxury jet from Qatar for use as Air Force One. We’ll get into the grift of it all. Plus, one man’s searc…

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Watch the dollar! 28:43

1M ago28:43

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Things aren’t looking so good for the U.S. dollar. Though it’s spent decades as the world’s reigning reserve currency, it’s been weakening lately thanks to tariffs and uncertainty in the U.S. economy. But its declining value, has been in the making for a while, according to Harvard economist and author of the new book, “Our Dollar, Your Problem,” K…

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Where are the GOP's free market diehards? 12:12

1M ago12:12

12:12

Walmart had said it would raise prices in response to tariffs. Then, it got a call from the White House. Now, the retailer says it will swallow some of the costs. This has us wondering: where have all the free market diehards gone? Plus, Kimberly reflects on the tornadoes that hit her hometown of St. Louis, Missouri and explains FEMA’s plan to shif…

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Kai shares some news 25:20

1M ago25:20

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On today’s show, Kai makes a special annoucement! But first, Moody’s knocked the United States’ government’s credit rating down a peg below Triple-A. We’ll break down what that actually means and why it may not be as dire as it sounds but still matters a lot for the vibes. Plus, we’ll explain why, even with a majority, the House GOP hasn’t been abl…

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Secrets of Restaurant Design: An Insider Tells All 51:02

1M ago51:02

51:02

Famed architect and designer David Rockwell shares the best, worst and most hidden aspects of restaurant design. He recalls his favorite projects, from Sushi Zen to Union Square Cafe, and the tiny details you should pay attention to the next time you go out to eat. Plus, Nathalie Cooke takes us on a quirky journey through the history of menus; Adam…

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You've got questions about this economy. We've got answers! 12:41

1M ago12:41

12:41

In today’s show, Kimber-Kai are answering your questions about all the wild things going on in the U.S. economy. Isn’t the 30% tariff rate on China still crazy high? And, how are local governments preparing for potential federal funding cuts? We’ll discuss how states are weighing their next moves, and how the “Trump Slump” has taken shape in Califo…

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Gartner Data & Analytics Summit UK 2025 Takeaways with Rebecca O'Kill 56:08

1M ago56:08

56:08

Join Juan and Tim as they welcome special guest Rebecca O’Kill (CDAO of AXIS Capital) fresh from their panel at the Gartner Data & Analytics Summit 2025 in London. They'll have an Honest, No-BS discussion on making data catalog and governance work in the real world while sharing key themes and actionable insights from one of the year's most influen…

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TAKEAWAYS - Gartner Data & Analytics Summit UK 2025 Takeaways with Rebecca O'Kill 5:37

1M ago5:37

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Join Juan and Tim as they welcome special guest Rebecca O’Kill (CDAO of AXIS Capital) fresh from their panel at the Gartner Data & Analytics Summit 2025 in London. They'll have an Honest, No-BS discussion on making data catalog and governance work in the real world while sharing key themes and actionable insights from one of the year's most influen…

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Congress' AI power grab 13:52

1M ago13:52

13:52

On today’s show, Kimberly continues to make us smart about the GOP’s massive tax bill. This time, we’re digging into a small (but important) detail buried in the bill that could have enormous consequences for the regulation of artificial intelligence: a clause that would block states from enforcing AI laws for ten years. We’ll break down what’s at …

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Chloe Burrows Talks Stalking Cheaters, Arrestable Icks & Jojo Siwa 54:08

1M ago54:08

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In this episode Chloe discusses the Love Island stigma, physical vs emotional cheating, internet backlash and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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K2-18b and the search for alien life 25:36

1M ago25:36

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Today we’re ditching the drama on Earth and talking about K2-18b, an exoplanet 120 light-years away. K2-18b recently made headlines after researchers claimed to observe possible “signs of life” in the planet's atmosphere. So, did we find aliens? Michaela Musilova, an astrobiologist and analog astronaut, said it’s too early to tell. On the show toda…

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What's inside the new GOP tax bill? 14:22

1M ago14:22

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House Republicans’ newly released tax plan includes trillions in tax breaks. But those tax cuts will come at a cost. We’ll get into it. And, Apple plans to raise iPhone prices but won’t point fingers at President Trump’s tariffs. We’ll unpack how all the tariff chaos could lead to elevated prices, no matter what they actually cost companies. Plus, …

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Is U.S. trade policy being run on vibes? 19:58

1M ago19:58

19:58

As the Trump administration heads into a weekend of trade talks with Chinese officials, the President is floating a new tariff rate on Chinese imports: 80%. While it’s much lower than the current tariff rate of 145%, it’s still far too high for many businesses. We’ll get into it. And, a recent legal win for Epic Games could shake up Apple’s App Sto…

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The Woman Who Discovered Julia Child: The Secret Life of Judith Jones 51:01

1M ago51:01

51:01

Sara Franklin shares the life story of Judith Jones, the legendary editor behind some of the greatest cookbooks of the 20th century. We hear how she discovered Julia Child, why Edna Lewis sent her a box of squirrels and what happened when she was told to reject the diary of Anne Frank. Plus, historian Stephen Puleo recounts the sticky disaster that…

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So, about that U.S.-UK trade "deal" 15:19

2M ago15:19

15:19

Following Trump’s so-called “Liberation Day” tariffs, the United States has now struck a trade deal (sorta) with the United Kingdom. We’ll get into it. Plus, childcare costs a lot – and in some places, more than rent. Then, we’ll smile at the unexpected joy of “swole culture.” And what if, instead of sports metaphors, we used makeup lingo at work? …

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Tim & Juan are on the Road (Again!): Rants About Their Latest Observations in the Data World 9:48

2M ago9:48

9:48

This week Tim and Juan are on the road. Instead of taking a break, they will be commenting and ranting about their latest observations in the data world: data products, semantics, AI, knowledge graphs, governance, and so much more.By data.world

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Miss Rfabulous Talks Getting Engaged, Industry Snakes & Motherhood 56:23

2M ago56:23

56:23

In this episode Renee discusses who she doesn’t like in the media industry, getting arrested multiple times, suger daddies and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The million-dollar starter home? 18:24

2M ago18:24

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On today’s episode: Marketplace’s Reema Khrais joins Kimberly to discuss two stories from opposite ends of the housing spectrum – cuts to rental assistance programs and the soaring cost of starter homes. Then, Kimberly explains yet another reason why the rest of the world is giving the U.S. major side-eye. And we’ll smile about a slimy substance th…

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