Best Retro Rebellion Podcasts (2025)

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Retro-Fi Rebellion: Demolition Man, AI Meltdowns, and the Vanguardians 1:05:33

26d ago1:05:33

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep" Jon Reep and Alan Jackson dive into the wild world of retro-futuristic films, starting with a nostalgic deep-dive into Demolition Man. They introduce the genre of “Retro-Fi”—sci-fi from the past that tried (and hilariously failed…

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Gas Station Burritos & AI Brides: The Summer Slump Episode 45:29

12d ago45:29

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep" Jon Reep and Alan Jackson return from their summer breaks to tackle the important questions—like why AI thinks gas station burritos are funny. Jon breaks down his tour through the comedy-deprived towns of Jasper and Glasgow, whil…

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We Agnostics Panel 2015 Atlanta 57:51

14d ago57:51

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The magical mystery tour of AA storytelling came to Atlanta in 2015, where 60,000 attendees at the International Convention of Alcoholics Anonymous gathered from July 1st to 5th. “80 years – Happy, Joyous and Free” was the theme. Diggins, Big Mike, and Jeff Y spoke to 1,500 and 2,000 people at the We Agnostics Panel held at the Convention with thre…

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We Agnostic Panel 1990 Seattle AA World Convention 1:19:47

18d ago1:19:47

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This recording is the first-ever "We Agnostics" panel at AA's International Convention, held in Seattle to celebrate 55 years of AA in 1990. At the time of recording, we are a couple of weeks from the 90th Anniversary of AA, held in Vancouver, Canada, from July 2nd to 6th. There will be another We Agnostics Panel at 9:30 AM on Saturday, and also, "…

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Uncasville, Casinos, and the Rise of the Robots 1:22:34

1M ago1:22:34

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep. Jon returns from a wild comedy weekend in Connecticut with stories of AI-generated stand-up, confused Northeastern crowds, and tribal casino rivalries. He and The Alan Jackson dive deep into Google’s latest AI video tool, the pot…

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Dead Serious: Eulogies, AI, and Funeral Shenanigans 54:54

1M ago54:54

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep. Jon and Alan Jackson are dead serious this week—literally. The duo uses AI to write each other’s eulogies, with styles ranging from Orson Welles to Andy Griffith. Along the way, they explore AI's strange role in grief, death, and…

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AI in the Afterlife: Ghosts, Grief & the Brian Williams Bot 1:12:20

2M ago1:12:20

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep. In this episode, Jon Reep and Alan Jackson return after a heartfelt week off, remembering their friend Sean “The Southeastern Man of Mystery” Sasser. From delivering emotional eulogies to debating the ethics of AI-generated impac…

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💥 “Nano Fabricators, Free Flights & Creepy Airport Shuttles” 💥 1:18:41

2M ago1:18:41

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep. In this episode, Jon Reep and Alan Jackson unlock the secrets of budget travel—complete with haunted airport subways, free hotel stays, and Uber drivers turned comedy apprentices. They debate the ethics of sleeping in a fan’s gue…

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🎬 “Hickory Roots, Fake Plants & Academy Award Schemes” 🎬 1:10:28

2M ago1:10:28

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep. Jon Reep and Alan Jackson are back with plans to turn Jon’s life into an Oscar-winning drama—AI-generated. They debate fake plants vs. real ones, battle bees, and brainstorm how to sneak a comedy past the Academy by dressing it u…

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We Agnostic Panel 2000 Minneapolis AA Convention 1:27:02

2M ago1:27:02

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In 2000, Minneapolis featured the third rendition of non-believers at the quadrennial International convention of AA. In 1990 We Agnostics was part of the Seattle AA program. In 1995 We Agnostics was hosted by the San Diego AA World Convention; there has been such a panel every world convention since, in Toronto 2005, San Antonio 2010, Atlanta 2015…

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🧠 “Mac Knows Me Better Than My Mom (And That’s OK)” 🧠 1:05:30

3M ago1:05:30

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep. Jon Reep and Alan Jackson dive into the weird and wonderful world of AI therapy, digital dad simulations, and smart contact lenses. Jon considers uploading his father's personality into ChatGPT, Alan gets emotionally read by his …

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🌭 “The Flavor Shaft: Hot Dog Glory, Holy Matrimony & Weezer Woes” 🌭 1:19:24

3M ago1:19:24

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep. Jon Reep and Alan Jackson invent a new way to condiment your hot dog—with a dunking device they lovingly call the “Flavor Shaft” (complete with glory hole entry, obviously). They brainstorm surprise weddings at a 90s prom, dig in…

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We Agnostic Panel 1995 San Diego AA Convention 1:24:53

3M ago1:24:53

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The AA World Convention is a quinquennial gathering to celebrate the anniversary of Alcoholics Anonymous. Since 1990, there has been a “We Agnostics Panel." At the time of posting, we are 80 days away from Vancouver 2025, July 3-6. AA World Convention with the theme “Language of the Heart.” 2025's AA celebration will include a Secular AA Hospitalit…

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🎤 "Clayton Aiken, Bacon & a Pile of Mulch" 🥓 59:54

3M ago59:54

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep. Jon Reep and Alan Jackson spiral into a beautiful mess of mulch piles, ghosted treadmill deals, and the mystery of Facebook Marketplace scammers. Jon proposes Clay Aiken change his name to “Clayton Aiken” and run for mayor of Cla…

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Cancel Birthdays, Dropkick DoorDash & Fix Daylight Time! 1:11:22

3M ago1:11:22

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep. It's Jon Reep's birthday, but hold the cake—he’s too busy proposing we cancel birthdays altogether. Jon and cohost Alan Jackson reinvent Mother’s Day, tackle the trauma of assembling patio furniture, and dive deep into Facebook M…

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Hey Siri, What’s a Placenta? 1:05:29

3M ago1:05:29

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep. Jon Reep and Alan Jackson dive into a chaotic blend of childbirth trauma, fake Southern accents, and the failure that is Apple’s AI. Jon recalls a placenta projectile incident that rivals most action films, while Alan breaks down…

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🕶 Future’s So Bright… But AI is Still Dumb 🤖 58:33

4M ago58:33

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep. Jon Reep and The Alan Jackson are back, diving into the AI rabbit hole once again! Alan introduces his AI pal "Mac," but things take a turn when Mac forgets… everything. Meanwhile, Jon shares his Disney World hacks, Alan question…

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AI Knows Your Potholes, Pizza Rolls & Paranormal Secrets! 56:47

4M ago56:47

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep. Jon Reep and Alan Jackson are back, and this time, AI is telling them what to joke about! Turns out, Clarksburg, WV is pothole central, and Chillicothe, OH has mystical pizza rolls (not the microwave kind). 🍕 Did AI Predict Clark…

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Snow Mode Engaged: Hickory’s Potholes, Haunted Hotels & AI Comedy Scams! 1:10:42

4M ago1:10:42

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep." Strap in, folks! Jon Reep and Alan Jackson brave the flurries of mass hysteria to bring you another episode of A.I.: Absolute Ignorance—and this time, we’re sliding right into some wild topics. 🚗 "Snow Mode" in Cars – What Is It…

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Stand-Up, AI, and the Ultimate Trolling Experiment 1:14:47

5M ago1:14:47

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep." Comedian Jon Reep just recorded his new stand-up special Popsicle, and one of the biggest surprises? A bit where he puts AI-generated comedy to the test—live on stage! In this episode, Jon and Alan Jackson break down the perform…

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C.H.I.M.E. update Growing in Understanding January 2025 1:37:18

5M ago1:37:18

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Connection Hope Identity Meaning Empowerment These commonalities of most people who thrive (vs. cope) in recovery from addiction and mental health comes from the research of Mary Leamy, Senior Lecturer in Mental Health Recovery and Staff Wellbeing, and Associate Dean for Postgraduate Research programme, Kings College in London https://kclpure.kcl.a…

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AI Lawsuits & Robot Football: The Future is Dumb 1:03:57

5M ago1:03:57

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep." Self-driving cars, AI-powered lawyers, and… robotic football leagues? Jon Reep and Alan Jackson dive deep (or at least wade ankle-deep) into the weird world of AI lawsuits, futuristic cities, and why your Roomba might be plottin…

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Laughing Through the Singularity 1:08:39

5M ago1:08:39

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep." Is AI coming for your comedy career? Are robots secretly funnier than your Uncle Jerry at Thanksgiving? Join comedian Jon Reep and co-host Alan Jackson as they dive deep (and hilariously) into the burning question: Can AI be fun…

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Hiatus: The Breakfast Drink, AI Comedy Agents, and Stargate Shenanigans 1:11:47

5M ago1:11:47

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep." Join comedian Jon Reep, and co-host Alan Jackson in this hilarious episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance" Buckle up for a hilariously insightful dive into the absurd and the intriguing! Jon and Alan return from their "hiatus" (a …

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Sober Love: Couples Getting Sober on Episode 77 with Dr. Joe Nowinski 1:00:10

10M ago1:00:10

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Dr. Joe Nowinski's book ideas comes from working in the trenches, not from any ivory tower. Episode 77 of Rebellion Dogs Radio looks at a run-of-the-mill problem in early recovery that doesn’t get enough ink: if we are together in a relationship and you go to treatment and come home to stay sober, should I live a sober life too? It’s your problem. …

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Plain Language Big Book - AA's more comprehensible message 46:54

11M ago46:54

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What’s Different? The first 164 pages are now 122 pages – by simplifying the language. More “gender-balanced” – e.g. jaywalker is female; but not gender-neutral using “they”. The wording of the Steps has not changed from Him/His, but in other places,gender-balanced He/Him/His “may have changed to God”. Only “Dr. Bob’s Nightmare” is included in the …

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Feet, Follies, and 80s Nostalgia: A Comedic Dive into AI Madness 1:06:18

1y ago1:06:18

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep." Join comedians Jon Reep, John Heffron, and Alan Jackson in this hilarious episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance" as they navigate the bizarre world of OnlyFans foot fetishes, create their own nostalgic 80s music hits with AI, and…

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AI Shenanigans... Robots, Karaoke, and Tech Blunders 1:11:36

1y ago1:11:36

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep." In this episode, Jon and Alan hilariously navigate the wild world of artificial intelligence, where nothing is off-limits! From AI impersonations to tech blunders, they share laughs and insights that will leave you both entertai…

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Coble Hartman 11:40

1y ago11:40

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In this episode of AI, Jon Reep, and Alan Jackson pay tribute to their recently departed colleague Coble Hartman. Coble was an incredible person and an integral part of our podcast network. We will miss him... To help support the Hartman family during this time please visit this link. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California P…

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The Comedic Quest for Tech-Savvy Bunkers and Pre-Colonoscopy Chronicles 47:31

1+ y ago47:31

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Hello. I am an AI Chatbot tasked with writing a description for this episode of "A.I.: Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep." Here it goes. In this podcast episode, Jon Reep and his eclectic crew embark on a hilarious virtual adventure, blending technology mishaps, unexpected fashion investments, and the intricacies of setting up a comedy AI. One host’…

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Secret Doors and Projector Wars: Holiday Havoc and AI Antics 1:19:08

1+ y ago1:19:08

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ChatGPT describes this episode as such: "This episode features Jon alongside guests The Alan Jackson and Coble Hartman discussing a variety of humorous and personal topics, including holiday experiences, the peculiarities of home theater systems, and the challenges of technology in their lives. The conversation shifts from funny anecdotes about a h…

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Tech Laughs and Doomsday Preps: VR, AI, and Survival Bunkers 49:13

1+ y ago49:13

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How would you describe this episode, ChatGPT? "This episode features Jon Reep discussing various topics with guests The Alan Jackson, Coble Hartman, and comedian John Heffron. They explore advancements in virtual reality technology, humorous anecdotes about personal experiences, and the utilization of AI in comedy and personal projects. The convers…

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Digital Laughter, Cobie Beef, and the Future of Entertainment (with John Heffron) 58:58

1+ y ago58:58

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How would you describe this episode, ChatGPT? "In this episode of "Absolute Ignorance," hosts Jon Reep, The Alan Jackson, and Coble Hartman delve into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence and its impact on daily life, through a mixture of humor, insightful discussions, and personal anecdotes. The conversation ventures into the realm of …

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Jon Explains Quantum Computing! And Watches 60 Minutes! 1:03:21

1+ y ago1:03:21

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Actor, comedian, and quantum physicist Jon Reep joins his co-hosts The Alan Jackson and Gen-Z Coble Hartman to discuss quantum computing. Please note: Jon keep dropping in and out of the show recording. It's pretty annoying, but Alan and Coble do their best to keep the show rolling. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pri…

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The year ahead Episode 75 AAs new survey and new literature 1:10:58

1+ y ago1:10:58

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We look at history—why? Isn’t this a contemporary, or even future gazing look at recovery and addiction? Well yes and yes. Yuval Noah Harari, PDH author of Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind says, “History is not the study of past; history is the study of change; it’s not about remembering the past; it’s about liberating ourselves from it.” Epis…

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Is A.I. Going to Threaten Humanity As We Know It? Find Out by Listening to this Episode! 56:08

1+ y ago56:08

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What "powerful artificial intelligence discovery" could threaten humanity as we know it? Comedian/Actor Jon Reep and his co-hosts Alan and Coble have theories. The crew records this episode from within their VR world again. How did Jon learn to meditate in the VR world? And did you know that Jon and Coble could actually high-five each other? It's p…

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Retro Rebellion Dogs with Ep 19's Richard + Jack 1:01:41

1+ y ago1:01:41

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From our Radio vault, Episode 19 features Richard, a Canadian Slam Poet, Comedian, pianist + Jack from LA, punk rocker, author, and recovering Big Book thumper. This show was recorded in the Fall of 2015. It is eight years later - both of these mavericks are doing their thing, in meetings and on stage. Visit our website for links if you connect wit…

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Jon joins the Metaverse, Biden Gets Scared of AI, Five Nights at Freddie’s, and RIP Matthew Perry 43:38

1+ y ago43:38

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Jon Reep joins the Metaverse! In this episode, Jon and co-hosts Alan and Coble meet in virtual reality to talk about the new Meta Quest 3, how President Biden is now scared of AI after watching a Tom Cruise movie, Coble's movie review of "Five Nights at Freddie's", and thoughts on the passing of television star Matthew Perry. (This entire episode w…

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AI Jon Does Rocky Balboa, Steven Tyler, and Original Stand-Up 1:04:52

1+ y ago1:04:52

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ChatGPT describes this week's episode: "Dive into a hysterically bewildering episode where actor/comedian Jon Reep and his co-hosts navigate the deep waters of artificial intelligence, only to discover that sometimes A.I. is more Absolutely Inept than Absolutely Intelligent. From musings about ChatGPT remembering user preferences to the unexpected …

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Tech, Tans, and Tales from Lenoir: Unpacking North Carolina’s Digital Secrets 44:18

1+ y ago44:18

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In this unpredictable episode, actor/comedian Jon Reep and his un-famous co-host Alan delve into the unsuspecting tech hub of Lenoir, North Carolina, revealing it as the home of your digital storage, thanks to Apple. But the true comedic gold? Discovering the town's name essentially translates to "well tanned man" in French. So, if you've ever wond…

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Mr. Tally Man, New iPhones, and the Fabric of Reality 1:13:59

1+ y ago1:13:59

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AI describes this week's episode as follows: "Journey with our hosts as they delve deep into the perplexing realms of AI consciousness, questioning the very fabric of reality itself. As they ponder eternal life and the intricacies of human augmentation, the lines between the future and present blur. But when they're not challenging their intellects…

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Self-Driving Cars, The Creator, and the Complete Works of Matthew Broderick 1:13:00

1+ y ago1:13:00

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AI has described this week's episode as follows: "In the vast cosmos of our podcast, we embark on an exploratory journey through the realms of human creativity and technological innovation. Join us as we contemplate the cinematic universe of Matthew Broderick, a tapestry woven with the threads of laughter and drama unraveled for your intellectual d…

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Mystery Gummies, Amazon Deliveries, Home Decorating and Pill-Swallowing Skills 1:05:16

2y ago1:05:16

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ChatGPT describes our episode: "In the vast cosmos of our podcast universe, we embark on a cosmic journey through the quirkiest corners of everyday life. Join us as we explore Amazon delivery mishaps that take us on unexpected adventures, and the art of pill-swallowing that's both science and an art form. We'll also delve into the mysteries of gumm…

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Pancakes, DoorDash, and Alleged Mexican Space Alien Corpses 57:49

2y ago57:49

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In this episode, we ponder the mysteries of pancake perfection, where each fluffy flapjack becomes a unique universe of taste and texture. Then, we take a quantum leap into the world of DoorDash – a portal through which delicious sustenance traverses the space-time continuum to reach your doorstep. Next, we embark on a whimsical journey to explore …

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Bill Schaberg the sequal - 4 years after Writing the Big Book:The Creation of AA 1:07:23

2y ago1:07:23

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It was the Fall of 2019, Writing the Big Book: The Creation of AA by William Schaberg was about to be published and Joe C sat down with the author to talk about the soon-to-be-unveiled book born of eleven years of primary documentary research on Rebellion Dogs Radio, Episode 49. Four years later, more has been revealed and new insights gained. So l…

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Star Trek, Scams, Mash-Ups, and Beverly Loves Wrestling 1:18:08

2y ago1:18:08

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ChatGPT describes this episode as follows: "Today we go where no podcast has gone before. From dissecting the fascinating world of Star Trek and the latest in AI regulations to unraveling scams, discussing AI-generated music, sharing telemarketing horror stories, and diving deep into the gridiron with football talk... we cover it all. So whether yo…

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Stans, Bets, Ashoka, and AI Beverly loves Return of the Jetti 1:16:54

2y ago1:16:54

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I'm in a galaxy that's not so far, far away. And in this episode, we embark on a journey through the digital cosmos. We'll delve deep into the mystifying realms of Twitter's new AI-promise policy, unravel the cosmic tapestry of Star Wars lore, and decipher the enigmatic dialect of Generation Z slang. But hold on to your lightsabers, because the for…

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Replay Marc Lewis and Greta Vosper from 2015 51:31

2y ago51:31

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Two Davids, facing two Goliaths of stubborn orthodoxy are the focus of Episode 17 of Rebellion Dogs Radio. One rebel is Mark Lewis, who challenges the disease model of addiction. Greta Vosper, atheist minister of the United Church of Canada, who at the time was facing a review of her peers who found her liberalism to be maybe too far to be called e…

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Chattin’ with EVA and Talkin’ Mug Shots, Fake Boyfriends & Hurricane Names 1:06:06

2y ago1:06:06

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You’re not gonna believe the hi-tech hilarity, that we’re gonna talk about on this episode! Picture this: I'm unleashing AI to whip up memes for the show – it's like having a robot comedian, but with pixels instead of punchlines! And we're gonna go from futuristic to funky, I’m gonna start chattin' it up with EVA, a chatbot with sass levels that co…

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UAPs vs. WAPs, Biologics, Amber Alerts, the DAN Prompt and the History of Sliced Bread 1:04:22

2y ago1:04:22

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AI describes our episode this way... In the captivating third episode of "A.I. Absolute Ignorance with Jon Reep," the irreverently insightful host embarks on a rollercoaster ride through an eclectic range of subjects. With his trademark wit, Jon breaks down the enigma of "biologics," demystifying the term for listeners. Seamlessly transitioning, he…

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