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A professional football player X, recounts his journey of self-discovery and sexual exploration both on and off the field, in this first-person narrative. FRUIT chronicles X's relationship with his friends, teammates and family as they impose their own perceptions of his role in an alpha-male dominated industry of professional sports. Amidst questioning for a larger league-related scandal, X must ultimately decide how he wants his story to be told, for himself, and for others like him.
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Snap Judgment mixes real stories with killer beats to produce cinematic, dramatic radio. Snap’s raw, musical brand of storytelling dares listeners to see the world through the eyes of another. It's storytelling... with a BEAT.
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Michelle Obama and her big brother Craig Robinson bring their unique experiences and candid perspectives to a range of listeners’ personal dilemmas, from the everyday to the existential. Each week, they’re joined by special guests to tackle audience questions with practical advice, relatable anecdotes, and plenty of laughs. From dating and relationships to parenting and financial planning, IMO sees the iconic First Lady at her most relaxed and honest. This podcast will leave you laughing, re ...
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Learn research-tested strategies for a happier, more meaningful life, drawing on the science of compassion, gratitude, mindfulness, and awe. Hosted by award-winning psychologist Dacher Keltner. Co-produced by PRX and UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center. Follow us on Instagram @HappinessPod.
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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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What does it mean to live a good life? Is it about happiness, health, friendship, love, or meaning? What about work, wealth, purpose, service, or something else? Can you live a good life even when things are hard? These are the questions and topics we explore every week in conversation with leading voices from health, science, art, industry, mindset, and culture, like Brené Brown, Matthew McConaughey, Mel Robbins, Alex, Elle, Adam Grant, Elizabeth Gilbert, Yung Pueblo, Maya Shankar, Mitch Al ...
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Discussing pop culture including news, music, movies, social media and everything else as viewed through the eyes of Rae & Lex.
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A call-in show from author Nora McInerny that lets real people get real honest about how they're really doing. Operators(me) are standing by to take your calls. In case you didn't know, we're still making episodes that are available exclusively on Nora's Substack!
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Where feminism meets fringe. Host Cristen Conger dissects the myths, messes, and media shaping modern womanhood—and un-womanhood. From bisexual imposter syndrome to tall girl therapy, gun culture to birth control backlash, she mentions it all—backed by deep research, sharp interviews, and just enough unseriousness to demystify the uncanny valley of 21st-century patriarchy without doomspiraling. Gender. Power. Culture. Context. Unladylike.
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Watch The Constance Annan Show on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theconstanceannanshow
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Writing partners Kathreen Khavari (the voice of Marvel's Ms. Marvel aka Kamala Khan, and Patricia on Insecure HBO) and Chuck Neal speak to guests who've engaged in strongly-worded written exchanges with acquaintances and strangers that often border on the absurd.
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Walter Thompson-Hernández speaks with formerly incarcerated young writers whose work will be read over the course of the season by creatives like John Legend, Issa Rae, Yvonne Orji, Karamo Brown, Jay Ellis, Keke Palmer, Julio Torres, and Jesse Williams. Vulnerable poems and honest stories play out against a tailored soundtrack with original music. From Lemonada Media and Black Bar Mitzvah. The voices of those locked up in the U.S. prison system have been all but written off, but no more. The ...
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Objects hold history. They're evocative of stories stamped in time. As part of The Washington Post's coverage of the Smithsonian's new National Museum of African American History and Culture, people submitted dozens of objects that make up their own lived experiences of black history, creating a "people's museum" of personal objects, family photos and more. The Historically Black podcast brings those objects and their stories to life through interviews, archival sound and music. The Washingt ...
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Rooted in friendship, humor, and self-actualization, Shanti and Antoinette are a differing, but dynamic duo who explore both the profound and the profane because #DualityIsAThing.
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PR Yourself with Leah Frazier: PR Strategies for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs
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PR Yourself with Leah Frazier is a fun and informative DIY PR hub for small business owners, entrepreneurs and brands wanting to gain publicity, exposure, and press and media attention without the PR firm price. A noted "media maven", "plug" and coined as Dallas' Olivia Pope, Think Three Media CEO, Leah Frazier, brings in news anchors, influencers, PR pros, publicists, radio personalities, entrepreneurs and more to give practical advice, tips and PR strategies on how to generate publicity ge ...
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On Opening Act, some of Black Hollywood faves recount stories from their very first gig, big or small, and share how that single opportunity made them who they are today. Opening Act is a podcast hosted by Shadow And Act’s Deputy Editor, Trey Mangum and features behind-the-scenes stories of how these actors got introduced into film and television.
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Pop culture obsessed hosts, Kara Procell and Carrie Foster, talk you through a different celebrity memoir each week. Will they love it, hate it, or try to turn it into a three act play? Join this team as they discuss celebrities, writing, and celebrities writing about themselves.
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A somewhat daily podcast about something. I talk about whatever, whenever and if you want to talk about things on the podcast, lemme know! --- Donate to me so I can have unlimited hosting! Venmo: @chrstnsmthng
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Black Talent TV spotlights black filmmakers, up and coming black men and women in entertainment . Be In the talk is about relevant conversations with influencers in the entertainment industry.
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Gen X Amplified is the premier podcast dedicated to the powerful generation between the boomers and millennials. The podcast features valuable insights and conversations with Gen X leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs including: Jon Fortt, Lindsey Pollak, Tara Jaye Frank, Carmine Gallo, Ada Calhoun, Melissa Proctor, and many others.
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The LGBT Update focuses on educating, informing and updating the LGBT community on issues that matter to us. With The LGBT Update, we will present a platform to help truly showcase the love, the strength and the talent within our thriving community. We will primarily focuses on presenting productive content, that will help energize the LGBT movement and properly inform our allies.
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Phoebe Robinson is tired of being the token black woman in an ocean of white dude comedians. So in this podcast, Phoebe’s calling the shots. She’ll host intimate, funny and super honest conversations with musicians, actors, writers and comedians who are killing it in their fields — AND who aren’t white dudes! Stay tuned for the one token white guy (it’s only fair), cameos by Phoebe’s ball-busting executive producer Ilana Glazer, and a whole lot of hijinks. WNYC Studios is a listener-supporte ...
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In this podcast — whose profits go to charities helping those affected by Coronavirus — Emily V. Gordon and Kumail Nanjiani are uniquely qualified to lead you through this forced quarantine situation. They are both writers who work from home. Emily was a therapist and currently is a chronically sick person (see: The Big Sick) who often has to quarantine herself, and Kumail is her main caretaker. Plus, we both just like being at home. Let us advise you on how to stay calm and avoid cabin feve ...
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2025 MET GALA RECAP, ISSA RAE IS NOT A "CONSIDERATE FRIEND", + WHY YOU NEED TO CHECK THEIR ANKLES BEFORE YOU DATE THEM
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In todays episode we'll be reviewing some of my favorite met gala looks. We will also be discussing low maintenance friendships and Chad Ocho Cinco's tips for dating. https://www.iheartconstance.co https://www.instagram.com/constanceannanshow personal instagram: https://instagram.com/iheartconstance Personal YouTube: @iheartconstancetv @iheartconst…
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Ep 426. Constitutional Crisis, Gayle In Space, Issa Rae's Acting, Shanti’s Spoilers
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In this episode, Shanti has a Mother's Day photoshoot while Antoinette parties in Philadelphia. For politics, we discuss firings that may affect the nation's social security, and the normalization of abuse against black and brown bodies which is dulling the urgency for political activism and community support in regards to the recent unlawful depor…
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Issa Rae on Friendships That Need to Go, from IMO
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Sharing a new show from my friends at Higher Ground, hosted by Michelle Obama, called IMO. You know on Science of Happiness, we have conversations filled with compassion and empathy, and share research-backed strategies for a more fulfilled life. Similarly on IMO, Michelle and her big brother Craig Robinson bring candid perspectives to the everyday…
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What Science Says About Reversing Brain Aging | Dr. Marc Milstein [Best of]
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Unleash the full potential of your brain at any age with Dr. Marc Milstein's revolutionary strategies. In this fascinating conversation, the Age-Proof Your Brain author reveals daily habits that combat memory loss, boost productivity, and help you live a longer, sharper life. Discover surprising truths about what really causes cognitive decline and…
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Ep 432. Joe Budden Pod Gets Woke + Met Gala Dandy Dud?
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In this episode, Shanti reflects on a successful Mother's Day photo shoot while Antoinette enjoys a new, lovely haircut. For politics, we keep it brief and discuss the threat to housing policies posed by Trump's recent federal cuts. We discuss the Met Gala and share our thoughts on the overall theme of Black Dandyism. Do we think folks embodied it?…
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The Celebrity CEO Formula: Ramon Ray on Blending AI, Tech & Human Touch to Build Brands that Connect, Plus Tina Knowles' Book 'Matriarch'
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Send us a text In this episode of PR Yourself with Leah Frazier, keynote speaker, author and personal branding expert Ramon Ray returns to share his game-changing “Celebrity CEO” strategy — a personal branding formula that helps entrepreneurs turn followers into superfans by being authentic, visible, and emotionally impactful. Leah and Ramon dive i…
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Live with Tina Knowles: Lessons from a Matriarch
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On this special live episode of IMO, Michelle sits down with Tina Knowles to launch her new book Matriarch. Tina goes deep on the values she learned from her childhood, how she shepherded her daughters through their iconic careers, and what she’s learned about being a mother. Learn more about Matriarch here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books…
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When the biggest baddest bird in the wild is on the brink of death, one couple will do anything to bring her back home. Snap presents, “Birdzilla: Mother of Eagles.” A Canadian love story. This episode discusses the subject of death and contains strong language, sensitive listeners please be advised. Thank you, Murdo Messer, for sharing your story …
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We explore how making art can ground us in the present and be a space of healing, connection, and joy. Summary: We explore how creative expression can support emotional resilience and physical healing in the face of life’s hardest moments and how simple acts of art-making— whether painting, drawing, or doodling—can offer grounding, release, and joy…
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Why Your Brain is Begging You to Take a Break (and How to Do It Right) | Dr. Mithu Storoni
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Ever feel like the way you work is slowly grinding you down? In this mind-opening conversation, neuroscientist and author of Hyperefficient: Optimize Your Brain to Transform the Way You Work Mithu Storoni dismantles the industrial-age approach to work. She maps out a brain-aligned framework to tap into unseen wellsprings of energy, motivation and c…
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What It’s Like to Be a Brain Surgeon, with Dan Heath
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Sharing an episode of “What It’s Like to Be…” from author Dan Heath. On the podcast, Dan explores the world of work, one profession at a time, and interviews people who love what they do. He finds out: What does a couples therapist think when a friend asks for relationship advice? Is a Secret Service Agent supposed to pretend like they’re not there…
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Ep 431. Harnessing Sexual Energy for Creative Manifestation ft. Sharifa
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In this conversation, we speak with Sharifa from Agenos to explore the deep connections between sexuality and spirituality, emphasizing the power of the erotic as a source of empowerment. We discuss the societal taboos surrounding sex, the importance of self-exploration, and how sexual energy can be harnessed for creative manifestation. We explore …
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On today’s episode, Michelle and Craig open up about how they’ve managed grieving their beloved mother, Marian Robinson. An IMO listener asks Michelle and Craig for help in navigating painful family dynamics after losing her dad. Michelle and Craig share how their parents helped them manage grief from a very young age, and offer advice to the liste…
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Her Parents Skipped Her Wedding(Estrangement)
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Estrangement is one of those hot button topic that everyone has an opinion about, and here’s mine: you have one job as a parent1, and that’s to love your children. To show up for them. To support them. To not ditch out on their wedding LIKE A TOTAL WEIRDO. Are things more complicated than that? Sure, people are complicated. But on this show I let y…
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This week’s caller became a U.S. citizen hours before the call, so naturally, she gives Gethard an impromptu citizenship test. They cover life as a Canadian transplant in the South, share their love for ‘80s wrestling, and reflect on what it really means to be an American. She also hints at a near-kidnapping story, but you’ll have to head to beauti…
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Gender War Games Pt. 3: Say It Til It's True with Amanda Montell
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When misinformation becomes a vibe, who gets caught in the crosshairs? In part 3 of Gender War Games, host Cristen Conger and linguist Amanda Montell (Sounds Like a Cult, Magical Overthinkers) decodes the cognitive glitches, language games, and algorithmic dynamics fueling today’s gender panic. From the illusory truth effect and magical thinking to…
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What if You Could Erase Your Life and Start Over? | Craig Mod
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Ever felt the urge to shed your old self and start fresh? Craig Mod did just that, leaving his roots at 19 to immerse himself in Japan through art, music, and long walking pilgrimages that remade him. In this candid conversation, he shares insights from his critically acclaimed book Things Become Other Things: A Walking Memoir on choosing fullness …
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Ep 430. Gorilla vs. Man, Saquon, Mahomes, Martial Law + Cowboy Carter
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In this episode, Antoinette considers a break from social media while Shanti reflects on the last virtual meeting with the Artist Way Patreon group. For politics, we discuss the first 100 days with Trump in office, and his recent executive orders supporting martial law. For pop culture, we discuss Saquon Barkley's visit to the White House and quest…
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A young woman wakes up in her Beijing dorm room to a call. A strange voice, a man she barely remembers, is asking her a question that will change her destiny. And a doctor hears one of her classical music idols play one of the greatest serenades of all time. STORIES Ping A young woman wakes up in her Beijing dorm room to a call. A strange voice, a …
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Happiness Break: Making Space for You, with Alex Elle
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Consider what you want to make space for in your life in this 6-minute contemplation guided by Alex Elle. Find a quiet place, settle your body, and reflect on where you want more clarity or ease in your life. Breathe deeply, filling your belly on each inhale and softening your body on each exhale. Notice the fears, doubts, or stresses you’re carryi…
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Why Secrets Wreck Us: a Science-backed Practice to Reveal and Heal | James W. Pennebaker
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Unleash the transformative power of your words with pioneering researcher James W. Pennebaker. Discover how his simple, expressive writing method can improve your mental and physical health, provide self-insight, and even detect the hidden psychological undercurrents influencing your life and relationships. In Opening Up by Writing It Down: How Exp…
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Ep 429. "Sinners" Deep Dive (Spoiler Alert!)
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It's the moment you've all been waiting for! We share our reactions to the new film, "Sinners"! We dive into Ryan Coogler's direction, the movie's casting, character analysis, story pacing and storytelling. We discuss our thoughts about the movie's representation of allyship, cultural appropriation, brotherly love, capitalism and freedom. Is this m…
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Respect Your Kids’ Choices with Damon and Marlon Wayans
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Legendary entertainers Damon and Marlon Wayans join the pod as IMO’s first sibling guests! They share hilarious stories from their childhood, open up about working together as an entertainment family, and share wisdom about raising children through challenges. Have a question you want answered? Write to us at imopod.com. See Privacy Policy at htt…
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Every once in a while, we all need a little bit of solicited motivation from someone totally unqualified to give it. In this episode, Nora shells out loads of love and support in the first of our series of TFA Pep Talks. For full episodes, the full back catalog and a listener community, you can join us here. Want to be on the show? Call or text 612…
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