Best Marc Abrams Podcasts (2025)

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Think You Screwed Up Your Spiritual Awakening? The Truth May Surprise You 12:09

2d ago12:09

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Ever feel like you’ve messed up your spiritual awakening or missed your chance? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’ll share a deeper perspective that will shift the way you see your spiritual journey and open the door to a more aligned path forward. Are You Remembering a Past That Never Happened? (The Illusion of Time) https://youtu.be/Js7LCMU7Vk…

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Jane Fonda Is Not Backing Down 45:15

1h ago45:15

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Earlier this year, Fonda made headlines for delivering a fiery critique of the Trump administration during a SAG-AFTRA award acceptance speech. "This is not the time to go inward," Fonda says. She spoke with Tonya Mosley about her career onscreen and off, as an activist. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Pri…

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Roots of Rock and R&B: Dion and Allen Toussaint 46:40

1d ago46:40

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All week we're revisitingarchival interviews with key figures in early rock and roll, rockabilly andR&B. We listen back to a 2000interview with former teen idol Dion. Plus we’ll hear an interview Terry Grossrecorded in 1988 with New Orleans songwriter and producer Allen Toussaint. Andjazz critic Kevin Whitehead profilesjazz saxophonist Art Pepper, …

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Roots of R&B: Charles Brown & Ray Charles 49:06

4d ago49:06

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All week we're revisiting archival interviews with keyfigures in early rock and roll, rockabilly and R&B. We listen back to a 1989 interview with singer and pianistCharles Brown. Brown iscredited with creating an expressive style of music that blended rough Texasblues with the soft glamour of Hollywood. And we revisit a 1998 interview withsoul sing…

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Roots of R&B: 'Stand By Me' 46:36

4d ago46:36

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All week we're revisiting archival interviews with key figures in early rock and roll, rockabilly and R&B. Soul singer Ben E. King began his career in the ‘50s with The Drifters but it was the '61 hit "Stand by Me" that sealed his musical legacy. He spoke to Fresh Air in 1988. We also listen back to a 1991 interview with lyricist Jerry Leiber and c…

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Time is an Illusion - Here's the Perspective You've Been Missing 23:09

5d ago23:09

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Have you ever wondered what it really means when people say time is an illusion? In this episode, I share a perspective on time, memory, and consciousness that will expand the way you see reality. This will stretch your awareness and help you step deeper into your ascension journey. 🌱 Register for my FREE Masterclass if you're ready to take the nex…

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Roots of R&B: Johnny Otis & Etta James 46:15

6d ago46:15

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All week we're revisiting archival interviews with key figures in early rock and roll, rockabilly and R&B. Singer, songwriter, producer and talent scout Johnny Otis got his start leading a big band that had the 1945 hit “Harlem Nocturne.” Later,as a talent scout, he discovered such performers as Big Mama Thornton, EstherPhillips and Etta James. Jam…

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Roots of Rock: Sun Records & Johnny Cash 46:41

7d ago46:41

46:41

All week we're revisiting archival interviews with key figures in early rock and roll, rockabilly and R&B. Sam Phillips discovered Elvis Presley and produced his first records, which many consider Elvis’ best. He also founded Sun Records and launched the careers of Jerry Lee Lewis, Roy Orbison, Charlie Rich and Johnny Cash. Cash is one of the most …

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Roots Of Rock: "Blue Suede Shoes" 45:25

8d ago45:25

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All week we're revisiting archival interviews with key figures in early rock and roll, rockabilly and R&B. We're kicking it off with Terry Gross's interviews with Elvis Presley's guitarist Scotty Moore, who tells stories about playing with the King and recording "Blue Suede Shoes." That song was written by rockabilly musician Carl Perkins, who also…

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The Hidden Reason You Struggle with Your Spiritual Connection 15:38

9d ago15:38

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Your spiritual connection may feel out of reach at times, leaving you wondering why guidance and clarity seem blocked. In this episode, we’ll explore the deeper layers of what’s really happening when you struggle to connect and why the answers you’re looking for can feel so elusive. Stay with me as I reveal how this hidden struggle shows up on your…

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Remembering Actor Terence Stamp 45:48

11d ago45:48

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We remember British actor Terence Stamp, who died last week at age 87. He starred in the film The Limey, as an ex-con out for revenge, and in The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert as a transgender performer on the road with a lip-synch club act. Stamp got his start in the ’60s, starring in the films Billy Budd, Far From the Madding Crowd…

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Robert Reich: The Baby Boomers Fell Short 43:43

12d ago43:43

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Former Secretary of Labor Robert Reich served under President Clinton from 1993 to 1997. He opens his new memoir, Coming Up Short, with an apology on behalf of the Baby Boom generation for failing to build a more just society. Also, Maureen Corrigan reviews the books Pariah and The Dancing Face. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoi…

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A New Way to Manifest - A Message From My Spirit Guide 14:01

12d ago14:01

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This powerful message from my spirit guide unlocks a new way to supercharge your manifestation and shares how this can change what’s possible. You won't find this anywhere else. Get ready to expand your consciousness and embrace a new perspective on manifesting that just may rewrite your reality. My Bilocation Experience - Watch “How I Visited My Y…

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The Dramatic Overhaul Of The Justice Dept. 45:10

13d ago45:10

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The New Yorker’s Ruth Marcus says Bondi has presided over the DOJ's most convulsive transition of power since Watergate, aggressively reversing policies, investigating Trump’s foes and firing staff. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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Spike Lee On Dynamic Duos & Reimagining Kurosawa 44:41

14d ago44:41

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Spike Lee's new film, Highest 2 Lowest, centers on a music mogul (Denzel Washington) who faces a moral dilemma when kidnappers mistakenly hold his friend's son ransom instead of his own: Will he risk it all to save a child who isn't his? The Oscar-winning filmmaker spoke with Tonya Mosley about his decades-long partnership with Denzel, an upcoming …

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Bowen Yang's 'Wicked' White Lie 45:52

15d ago45:52

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The Emmy-nominated Saturday Night Live cast member talks with Terry Gross about his favorite pop culture in the aughts, his SNL audition, and his recent trip to China. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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Your Pleiadian Guide Was Right - The Shift You Can’t Prepare For 15:42

16d ago15:42

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Your pleiadian guide was right! The ascension journey is unfolding in ways we could never predict, and the shifts arriving now are unlike anything we’ve experienced before. As your consciousness expands, old realities no longer make sense, and new dimensions of awareness begin to unlock. This enlightening message reveals why these strange and power…

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Thomas Mallon 44:53

18d ago44:53

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Writer Thomas Mallon looks back on the early years of the AIDS epidemic, when he was in his 30s, living in Manhattan. His friends were sick or dead, and he was terrified that he’d die, too. Excerpts of his journals from those years are collected in The Very Heart of It. He'll also talk about his latest novel, Up with the Sun, based on the life and …

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Best Of: AI's Writing Critique / The Rise And Fall Of Condé Nast 48:50

18d ago48:50

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After writing chapters of her new book about how tech companies help and exploit us, tech journalist and novelist Vauhini Vara fed those chapters to ChatGPT. She told the AI chatbot she needed help with her writing. But her real goal was to analyze and critique the chatbot’s advice. Her book is Searches. Also, before social media, before influencer…

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Pedro Pascal Got Fired A Lot 43:46

19d ago43:46

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Chilean-born actor Pedro Pascal has faced countless on-screen challenges, including cosmic battles and cartel kingpins. He's nominated for an Emmy for his role on the HBO series, The Last of Us. He spoke with Tonya Mosley about getting fired from restaurant jobs, his dance training, and his parents' exile from Chile. Learn more about sponsor messag…

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Shift Your Frequency and Rise Above Dense Energy 14:12

19d ago14:12

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When dense energy pulls you down, you have the power to shift your frequency and step into higher vibrations. In this episode, you’ll learn how to raise your vibration, transmute heavy emotions, and move into a lighter, more aligned state of being. These powerful energy shifting techniques will help you navigate the spiritual awakening journey with…

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Musician Charley Crockett's Road From Busking To The Grammys 45:49

20d ago45:49

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Crockett grew up poor and got his start in music busking for tips on the street and in the subway. He's since played the Hollywood Bowl and been nominated for a Grammy. The country/roots musician talks with Terry Gross and plays songs from his new album, Dollar a Day. John Powers reviews The Diary of Lies, a new mystery novel about a reporter. TV c…

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Jeff Hiller's Big Break Came In His 40s 43:47

21d ago43:47

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Hiller spent years scraping by in Hollywood by taking on various small roles and commercials. Then he landed the role of Joel on HBO's Somebody Somewhere and everything changed. His new memoir is Actress of a Certain Age. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy…

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Daniel Dae Kim Fakes His Own Death In 'Butterfly' 46:44

22d ago46:44

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Daniel Dae Kim became the first actor of Asian descent to be nominated for a Tony, for his performance in Yellow Face, in the role of a playwright trying to deal with Asian American representation. His new Amazon Prime Video spy series Butterfly premieres today. Kim spoke with Ann Marie Baldonado about his career, his big break with Lost, and filmi…

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The Spiritual Reason You’re Feeling Unsafe and Ungrounded 12:35

23d ago12:35

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Many lightworkers are feeling unsafe and ungrounded as high-frequency energy floods the planet. In this episode, you’ll discover the deeper spiritual reason behind this anxiety and how it connects to your root chakra and grounding. Learn how to anchor your energy so you can integrate more light, raise your vibration, and step into higher frequencie…

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Best Of: Making 'Born To Run' / Why We Can't Sleep 48:16

25d ago48:16

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This month marks the 50th anniversary of Bruce Springsteen's album Born to Run. We'll talk with Peter Ames Carlin, author of a Tonight in Jungleland, about the making of this now classic album. Also, we'll talk with Jennifer Senior about her Atlantic article "Why Can't Americans Sleep?" And, David Bianculli reviews season two of Wednesday, starring…

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Remembering Eddie Palmieri / Funk Innovator George Clinton 46:47

25d ago46:47

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We remember Eddie Palmieri, the pianist, bandleader and composer whose contributions to Afro-Caribbean music shaped the genre for decades. He died Wednesday at the age of 88. Also, Parliament's now classic funk album Mothership Connection turned 50 this year. We listen back to Terry Gross's 1989 interview with funkmaster George Clinton. David Bianc…

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The Making Of Springsteen's 'Born To Run' 46:21

26d ago46:21

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Bruce Springsteen's groundbreaking album, Born to Run, came out 50 years ago this month, marking a turning point for rock and roll — and for "The Boss." Before he recorded that record, Springsteen's label, Columbia, was on the verge of dropping him because his first two albums, though critically acclaimed, had sold poorly. Biographer Peter Ames Car…

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Massive Timeline Shifts Are Happening - Here’s How to Navigate Them 8:45

26d ago8:45

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Massive timeline shifts are unfolding, bringing strange and powerful energy into your life. In this episode, I’ll guide you through how to stay grounded, navigate these energetic changes, and align with the timeline that best serves your soul’s path. Learn how to release the old, embrace the new, and step into your next level of expansion. 🌀 Join m…

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The Nihilistic War In Sudan 45:27

27d ago45:27

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Fourteen million people in Sudan have been displaced by war and famine. The Atlantic's Anne Applebaum says the scale of destruction is vast and, as the conflict rages, people are overwhelmed by chaos. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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79 | How to Find Mental Strength When Struggling with Ulcerative Colitis 5:58

28d ago5:58

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In this episode of The Colitis Healing Path, host Marc McLean shares the #1 strategy he's used for finding mental strength when going through dark days with this condition. Through his own experience and a deeply moving healing story from a listener, you'll discover how to shift your mindset, rebuild emotional resilience, and find real hope in the …

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Sarah Silverman Gets the Last Laugh in 'PostMortem' 44:50

28d ago44:50

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Silverman's father and stepmother are buried under one tombstone that reads: "Janice and Donald, who loved to laugh." The loss was a starting point for Silverman's "cathartic" Netflix comedy special, PostMortem. She spoke with Terry Gross about their final days, finding the joy in grief, and she reflects on the boys' club of the comedy scene when s…

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How The 1979 Revolution Transformed Iran 44:41

29d ago44:41

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For decades, Iran has been an adversary of the United States. Scott Anderson examines the Iranian revolution of 1979, the upheaval that deposed the reigning monarch and transformed the country from a U.S. ally to an Islamic Republic. He says blunders by American policymakers played a key role in the outcome. Anderson's new book is King of Kings. La…

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Why People Can’t Stop Being Drawn to Your Energy (Even Strangers Feel It) 8:34

1M ago8:34

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As your energy rises and you step into your light, people start to notice even if they can’t explain why. Strangers, friends, and even animals are drawn to your magnetic frequency because your presence feels like peace, freedom, and love. Learn how embodying your authentic energy activates higher timelines and opens the door to profound spiritual e…

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Best Of: Mariska Hargitay / Marc Maron 43:08

1M ago43:08

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Emmy-winning Law & Order: SVU actor Mariska Hargitay talks about her new documentary, My Mom Jayne, an intimate portrait of her mother, the late Hollywood star Jayne Mansfield. Mansfield's life was cut short in a tragic car accident when Hargitay was just 3 years old. Also, comic and actor Marc Maron talks about grief, his problematic cats, and why…

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Correcting The Record On Elvis's Manager 43:08

1M ago43:08

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Terry Gross talks with rock historian Peter Guralnick, author of the definitive two volume biography of Elvis Presley. His new book is about Elvis's longtime manager, Colonel Tom Parker. Guralnick says researching the book led to many surprises and made him question the many preconceptions about Parker. It's called The Colonel and the King: Tom Par…

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Are You Feeling It? Lion’s Gate Portal Is Rewiring Your Reality 8:09

1M ago8:09

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The Lion’s Gate portal has opened, and the energy is more intense than ever. This powerful cosmic alignment with Sirius and the Sun in Leo is bringing profound shifts, DNA upgrades, and ascension energy to those who are ready to receive it. If you’ve been feeling unusual emotions, heightened awareness, or energetic changes, this video will help you…

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Has NASA Ceded Its Mission To Elon Musk? 44:51

1M ago44:51

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The Atlantic journalist Franklin Foer explains how SpaceX and the Trump administration are changing the face of NASA, and why Musk's dream of Mars may come at the cost of the agency's mission. Also, Ken Tucker commemorates the 50th anniversary release of George Clinton's album Mothership Connection. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcast…

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Comic Marc Maron On Grief, Cats, And Being Openhearted 44:52

1M ago44:52

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As he winds down his podcast, WTF, after 16 years, Marc Maron reflects on what he'll miss: "These conversations are very real conversations for me ... and that is kind of nourishing for the spirit and the soul." He spoke with Terry Gross about being the subject of a documentary, dreams he has of his late girlfriend Lynn Shelton, and cringing at his…

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Mariska Hargitay On Freeing Herself From Generational Trauma 44:35

1M ago44:35

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The Law & Order: SVU actor was just 3 years old in 1967 when her movie star mom, Jayne Mansfield, died in a car crash. Hargitay's new documentary highlights the intelligent woman behind her mom's crafted persona. Hargitay has a new HBO documentary about her "archeological dig" on her family, called My Mom Jayne. She also talks about learning the id…

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Energy Update: Here’s What You’re REALLY Feeling Right Now and Why It Matters 9:44

1M ago9:44

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You're not imagining it. The energy you're feeling is real, and there's a reason it’s coming up now. In this energy update, I explain what's truly happening behind the scenes, why you're feeling it in your body and emotions, and how it ties into the collective shift. This message is especially important for lightworkers who are here to hold space, …

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Best Of: Actor Leslie Uggams / Martha's Vineyard's Indigenous Past & Present 48:13

1M ago48:13

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Actor and singer Leslie Uggams talks about her remarkable career, which started when she was 6. She was later the first Black woman to host a TV variety show. In the 1977 TV miniseries Roots, she played Kunta Kinte's daughter. More recently she's been in Empire, American Fiction, and the Deadpool films — and is still going strong at 82. Also, write…

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Remembering Lyricist Alan Bergman / The 'Outrageous' Jessica Mitford 46:38

1M ago46:38

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The lyrics for the songs "What Are You Doing the Rest of Your Life," "The Way We Were," "Nice 'n' Easy," "You Must Believe in Spring," and "The Windmills of Your Mind" were written by the husband and wife lyric-writing team of Alan and Marilyn Bergman. Alan Bergman died last week at the age of 99. The two wrote songs together for more than 60 years…

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The Shifting Landscape Of Higher Education 44:33

1M ago44:33

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The Trump administration has been pressuring elite universities, like Harvard and Columbia, with widespread demands, and threats of federal funding cuts. So why are they now investigating George Mason University? ProPublica education reporter Katherine Mangan tells us why GMU's president thinks it's driven by a backlash to DEI efforts. Also, jazz h…

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Your Subconscious Beliefs Are Blocking Higher Realities 12:47

1M ago12:47

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Your subconscious beliefs shape your perception, and most of them are running on autopilot. If you’ve been feeling blocked from accessing higher dimensional awareness, spirit guide communication, or intuitive downloads, your subconscious programming may be filtering it all out. In this episode, we explore how to rewire limiting beliefs and open the…

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A Chatbot Reacts To A Book About Tech 45:17

1M ago45:17

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After writing chapters of her new book about how tech companies help and exploit us, tech journalist and novelist Vauhini Vara fed those chapters to ChatGPT. She told the chatbot she needed help with her writing, but her real goal was to analyze and critique the AI's advice. Her new book is Searches: Selfhood in the Digital Age. Also, TV critic and…

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78 | 'You CAN Beat This' – Matt Cadman's Inspiring Colitis Healing Story 31:35

1M ago31:35

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Are you battling ulcerative colitis and feeling like there’s no way out? Matt Cadman has been there — flaring hard, facing 30–40 bloody bowel movements a day, and weighing just 130 pounds at 6’5”. In this inspiring episode, Matt shares his raw and real journey from severe colitis symptoms to full recovery — and he's now medication free. You’ll hear…

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Leslie Uggams Looks Back On Her Decades In Show Business 46:07

1M ago46:07

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Uggams performed in Beulah, Hallelujah Baby, Roots, Empire, American Fiction and the Deadpool films. She was the first Black woman to host a TV variety show. At 82, she's appearing in The Gilded Age. She spoke with Terry Gross about her long, winding career. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy…

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Martha's Vineyard's Indigenous Past & Present 44:35

1M ago44:35

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In Nothing More of This Land, Aquinnah Wampanoag writer Joseph Lee takes readers past the celebrity summer scene and into the heart of Noepe, the name his people have called the island for centuries. Also, Ken Tucker reviews new music from HAIM and Addison Rae. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Polic…

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The Reality You’ve Been Living Is an Illusion (Here’s Why) 15:02

1M ago15:02

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What if the world you see isn’t reality? As your consciousness expands, the illusion of limitation begins to dissolve, and with it, so do the beliefs that kept you small. In this episode, I explore how to access higher dimensional realities, shift into infinite possibility, and begin living from your true galactic essence. 🌟 Learn more about my A N…

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