Best Swipe File Podcasts (2025)

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An African history of Africa with Zeinab Badawi 42:37

1h ago42:37

42:37

Everybody’s heard about Ancient Egypt. But just downriver, the kingdom of Kush was one of the most powerful states in the Nile valley. Sudanese-British journalist Zeinab Badawi gives us a lesser-known history of Africa’s great historical triumphs.By WBUR

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Swipe left: Why dating today stinks 41:25

20h ago41:25

41:25

The dating scene can be a frustrating place to be right now. From dating app burnout to the struggle to meet IRL, single folks are fed up. Why modern dating feels so broken and what can be done to fix it.By WBUR

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Our mental health in the hands of AI 43:37

2d ago43:37

43:37

AI is everywhere, and increasingly, people are turning to it for therapy. What’s at stake when we lose that human to human-therapist connection?By WBUR

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Featuring Our First Guest: Talks on Pads, Womanhood & Near-Death Reflections 31:59

3d ago31:59

31:59

We’re ending the season with a bang! Our first guest and best friend, Marsel, joins the Barely Functioning madness, because the two of us just weren’t enough chaos. In this episode, we talk about all things womanhood and childhood memories, from period pads to LA Fashion Week, while spiraling into life’s weirdest topics like telepathy, near death r…

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REPLAY: How the BBC delivered election results via email – as the votes were counted – for 650 constituencies across the UK (with Jay Oram) | Voter Variations 32:10

3d ago32:10

32:10

Shownotes: ♻️ This is a replay episode originally aired on March 5, 2025. I’m resurfacing it because – as much as we love fresh content – replaying smart ideas deepens the insights. And a second listen usually surfaces something you missed the first time ‘round. So, earbuds in — pen out. Let’s make this listen actionable. ♻️ When you're sending per…

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The fall of Florida citrus 41:37

3d ago41:37

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Florida citrus production has dropped more than 90% in the past two decades -- a blow for the state's economy and cultural identity. What's driving the decline of Florida's orange groves, and what can be done about it?By WBUR

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How 'Blessings and Disasters' shape Alabama 43:11

4d ago43:11

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Alexis Okeowo says Alabama, where she grew up, shows the best and worst of the American experiment. In her new book, "Blessings and Disasters," she wrestles with the state’s complicated past.By WBUR

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REPLAY: Your UX is killing your email performance | Takeaways from Coding Quizzes 8:04

5d ago8:04

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♻️ This is a replay episode originally aired on July 10, 2024. I’m resurfacing it because – as much as we love fresh content – replaying smart ideas deepens the insights. And a second listen usually surfaces something you missed the first time ‘round. So, earbuds in — pen out. Let’s make this listen actionable. ♻️ Let’s dive into the strategies and…

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How AI is changing the music business 44:08

8d ago44:08

44:08

The world’s largest music streaming service now lets users to monetize music in which they don’t play or sing a single note. How is AI shaping how we make and profit from music?By WBUR

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The Jackpod: What’s wrong with the White House press corps? 40:03

8d ago40:03

40:03

On Point news analyst Jack Beatty on how the Trump administration has transformed which reporters get to be in the White House briefing room and travel with the president.By WBUR

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Should SNAP pay for junk food? 44:07

9d ago44:07

44:07

A dozen states are banning people from buying sodas and some sugary snacks using federal food assistance. The effort is part of the “Make America Healthy Again” campaign led by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Will the restrictions convince people on SNAP to eat less junk food?By WBUR

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Can public media survive? 44:13

10d ago44:13

44:13

The U.S. Congress cut federal funding for public media, shuttering the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. What does that mean for the future of local news across the country?By WBUR

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Bestie Banter: The Ultimate Q&A 32:20

10d ago32:20

32:20

On this episode we simply wanted to just have some fun with more Q&A moments, no topic is off limits. This is pure, unfiltered bestie chaos. New episodes every Wednesday —hit subscribe and turn on notifications! Directed by: Nick Hosted & Produced by: Ermelinda & Narine www.barelyfunctioningpod.com Music By: @average.friends www.averagefriends.com …

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REPLAY: How Sinch for Email leveraged interactivity (and April Fools) to get a handle on their multi-segment audience (with Megan Boshuyzen) | Coding Quizzes 27:47

10d ago27:47

27:47

Shownotes: ♻️ This is a replay episode originally aired on July 3, 2024. I’m resurfacing it because – as much as we love fresh content – replaying smart ideas deepens the insights. And a second listen usually surfaces something you missed the first time ‘round. So, earbuds in — pen out. Let’s make this listen actionable. ♻️ When your audience is a …

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How should American colleges measure merit? 43:09

11d ago43:09

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The Trump Administration ordered universities to turn over data to prove they're not considering race in admissions. But education expert Richard Kahlenberg argues that for college admissions to look at merit fairly, they need to look at class.By WBUR

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Does using AI dumb you down? 44:15

12d ago44:15

44:15

A recent study shows that people using AI to write for them experience some negative cognitive effects. Why? Because there's something special about what writing does in your brain.By WBUR

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REPLAY: Personalization in email marketing isn't as simple as you think | Takeaways from Personalized Problems 10:29

12d ago10:29

10:29

♻️ This is a replay episode originally aired on August 21, 2024. I’m resurfacing it because – as much as we love fresh content – replaying smart ideas deepens the insights. And a second listen usually surfaces something you missed the first time ‘round. So, earbuds in — pen out. Let’s make this listen actionable. ♻️ Let’s dive into the strategies a…

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Is there a better way to manage grizzly bears? 43:57

15d ago43:57

43:57

The U.S. House will consider whether grizzly bears in and around Yellowstone National Park should be taken off the endangered species list. How delisting would impact grizzly bears and the people living near them.By WBUR

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The Jackpod: A bold idea to help Gen Z. And maybe save the Dems 39:03

15d ago39:03

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On Point news analyst Jack Beatty on a wild idea from the '90s that could offer young Americans greater financial security, and how it would benefit Democrats to publicly embrace bold ideas like it.By WBUR

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What the U.S.-EU trade deal means for you 45:48

16d ago45:48

45:48

After months of wrangling, the U.S. and the EU have reached a trade agreement. The EU made big compromises, like a 15% tariff on most EU exports. How will the deal affect Americans?By WBUR

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What are 'cool roofs,' and how do they work? 44:57

17d ago44:57

44:57

Summers are getting hotter every year. When it comes to adapting to a hotter planet, in the United States, it's cities that are taking the lead. In Atlanta, they've passed a nation-leading "cool roof ordinance."By WBUR

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Lost in Translation: Cultural Collisions & Growing Up Bicultural 32:27

17d ago32:27

32:27

Ever feel caught between two cultures—your family’s heritage and American life? In this heartfelt episode, we dive into the beautiful chaos of being raised multicultural from Armenia & Albania to growing up in the U.S. From navigating traditional expectations to finding our own identities, we share personal stories, cultural surprises, and unforget…

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REPLAY: How Powtoon swiped a hack from their sales rep to increase email opens – and score consistent 40% webinar attendance rates (with Anna Levitin) | Personalized Problems 28:39

17d ago28:39

28:39

Shownotes: ♻️ This is a replay episode originally aired on August 14, 2024. I’m resurfacing it because – as much as we love fresh content – replaying smart ideas deepens the insights. And a second listen usually surfaces something you missed the first time ‘round. So, earbuds in — pen out. Let’s make this listen actionable. ♻️ When you have robust …

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The state of America's judiciary with Judge J. Michael Luttig 46:35

18d ago46:35

46:35

The retired conservative federal judge says a war against the judiciary in America has been waged by "a tyrannical wannabe king."By WBUR

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Famine in Gaza 46:33

19d ago46:33

46:33

Food security levels in the Gaza Strip have reached their most dire levels since the conflict between Hamas and Israel began. Humanitarian experts say immediate action is needed to save hundreds of thousands of people from starvation.By WBUR

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REPLAY: Email best practices are meant to be broken | Takeaways from Cold Connections 12:59

19d ago12:59

12:59

♻️ This is a replay episode originally aired on September 04, 2024. I’m resurfacing it because – as much as we love fresh content – replaying smart ideas deepens the insights. And a second listen usually surfaces something you missed the first time ‘round. So, earbuds in — pen out. Let’s make this listen actionable. ♻️ Let’s dive into the strategie…

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The healing power of sunlight 45:48

22d ago45:48

45:48

Could sunlight help treat disease? A growing number of studies find potential benefits of UV light therapy for conditions like multiple sclerosis, Type 1 diabetes and Crohn’s disease.By WBUR

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The Jackpod: Strong and wrong 35:40

22d ago35:40

35:40

On Point news analyst Jack Beatty on how Donald Trump projects strength through his lack of inhibition and self-constraint.By WBUR

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How the Left lost the working class 45:53

23d ago45:53

45:53

A majority of registered voters think the Democrats are out of touch with Americans' everyday concerns according to recent polling. Social inequality scholar Joan Williams discusses her book "Outclassed: How the Left Lost the Working Class – And How to Win Them Back."By WBUR

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Office Affairs: The HR Files--How they Begin! 34:08

24d ago34:08

34:08

From messy workplace affairs and cheating scandals to serious talks about skin cancer awareness — we’re covering it all. Plus, Narine shares her date night with her husband and we somehow spiral into trust issues, SPF, and red flags at work. Tune in for the drama, laughs, and a few hard truths. New episodes every Wednesday —hit subscribe and turn o…

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Did Apple empower China? 46:32

24d ago46:32

46:32

Financial Times reporter Patrick McGee argues in his new book 'Apple in China' that China wouldn’t be the China it is today without Apple.By WBUR

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REPLAY: How PodMatch overhauled their cold email strategy to better build relationships and help more podcasters succeed (with Alex Sanfilippo) | Cold Connections 30:34

24d ago30:34

30:34

Shownotes: ♻️ This is a replay episode originally aired on August 28, 2024. I’m resurfacing it because – as much as we love fresh content – replaying smart ideas deepens the insights. And a second listen usually surfaces something you missed the first time ‘round. So, earbuds in — pen out. Let’s make this listen actionable. ♻️ When you’ve built you…

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A former CDC vaccine adviser has words for RFK Jr. 46:38

25d ago46:38

46:38

Last month, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired an influential committee of vaccine advisers to the CDC. What that decision could mean for vaccines and America’s public health.By WBUR

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How the Scopes ‘monkey’ trial echoes today 45:01

26d ago45:01

45:01

One hundred years ago, teacher John Scopes was arrested for teaching evolution in a Tennessee public school. His trial became a national sensation. Today, we’re still fighting over what should be taught in public schools.By WBUR

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REPLAY: The RIGHT emotions to layer into your email copywriting | Takeaways from Choral Closing 10:58

27d ago10:58

10:58

♻️ This is a replay episode originally aired on July 24, 2024. I’m resurfacing it because – as much as we love fresh content – replaying smart ideas deepens the insights. And a second listen usually surfaces something you missed the first time ‘round. So, earbuds in — pen out. Let’s make this listen actionable. ♻️ Let’s dive into the strategies and…

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Are we thinking about AI the wrong way? 45:17

29d ago45:17

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AI researcher Ethan Mollick says most public conversation focuses too much on potential AI catastrophes and not enough on making the technology work for people. Mollick says if we don’t change that, none of us will be prepared for the near future where “everything will change all at once.”By WBUR

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The Jackpod: Action completed this day 45:27

29d ago45:27

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On Point news analyst Jack Beatty on the Federal Emergency Management Agency as a model of government inefficiency and the prospects for FEMA reform.By WBUR

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The new crisis in American kids' health 46:24

30d ago46:24

46:24

Mortality rates, mental health conditions, obesity and chronic disease rates are all up significantly in American children. Why are kids in the U.S. so unhealthy?By WBUR

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What we know about the Epstein files 46:31

1M ago46:31

46:31

Miami Herald reporter Julie K. Brown knows more about the Jeffrey Epstein case than just about anyone. What does she think might be in the files the Trump administration hasn't released?By WBUR

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Cringe but Consistent: Surviving Social Media & Swipe Culture 33:29

1M ago33:29

33:29

Ok Barely Functioning Babes, who let us have a podcast? Because we’re cringing at our voices to nitpicking our faces on camera. But we hit upload episode anyway! We're talking social media pressure, dating apps, and why we’re tired of all of it while we're sipping on the some #happydad drinks they provided us with so we can continue being barely fu…

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REPLAY: How Copyhackers used their cart close email to serenade (yes! serenade) their decision-making stragglers – and empower confident decision making (with Ry Schwartz) | Choral Closing 27:09

1M ago27:09

27:09

♻️ This is a replay episode originally aired on July 17, 2024. I’m resurfacing it because – as much as we love fresh content – replaying smart ideas deepens the insights. And a second listen usually surfaces something you missed the first time ‘round. So, earbuds in — pen out. Let’s make this listen actionable. ♻️ Shownotes: When you know your best…

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How Trump cuts are causing a ‘brain drain’ in American science 46:33

1M ago46:33

46:33

The Trump administration is attacking American academic institutions on multiple fronts, including cutting grant funding and targeting foreign exchange programs. That gives other countries a chance to surpass the U.S. in scientific discovery.By WBUR

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How did being a sports fan get so expensive? 46:03

1M ago46:03

46:03

It can cost a fan up to $5,000 a year to follow major sports, between merchandise and game tickets and TV streaming access. Is the pursuit of profit harming sports fans?By WBUR

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REPLAY: No feedback is also feedback | Email Takeaways from Sentiment Score 13:05

1M ago13:05

13:05

♻️ This is a replay episode originally aired on March 26, 2025. I’m resurfacing it because – as much as we love fresh content – replaying smart ideas deepens the insights. And a second listen usually surfaces something you missed the first time ‘round. So, earbuds in — pen out. Let’s make this listen actionable. ♻️ Shownotes: Let’s dive into the st…

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Week of Wonder: Can we save the quietest places in the world? 46:40

1M ago46:40

46:40

Our planet’s rich nature sounds are disappearing, drowned out by human-made noise. Sound recordist Matt Mikkelsen travels the world, listening to and working to preserve our vanishing soundscapes.By WBUR

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Week of Wonder: Volcanologist Tamsin Mather on her 'adventures in volcanoland' 46:35

1M ago46:35

46:35

What's it like standing on the slopes of an active, erupting volcano? Volcanologist Tamsin Mather takes us on her journey to some of the world's biggest volcanoes.By WBUR

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Week of Wonder: The truth about your period 44:55

1M ago44:55

44:55

Menstruation is a definitive experience of a woman's life, and an indicator of her health. So why has period blood or menstrual fluid been largely under-researched?By WBUR

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Episode 2: Raised in Las Vegas— From Nightclubs to Church, Elvis to Outer Space 45:44

1M ago45:44

45:44

Welcome to the wild ride that is growing up in Las Vegas as we dive into what it’s actually like being raised in the city of sin — where you go from nightclubs to church and somehow end up talking about a “Karen in space.” We share personal stories, unfiltered thoughts, and plenty of laughs along the way and how this city made us barely functioning…

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REPLAY: How Collishop used email ratings to boost birthday conversions by 63.8% (with Jasper Van Laethem) | Sentiment Score 26:49

1M ago26:49

26:49

♻️ This is a replay episode originally aired on March 19, 2025. I’m resurfacing it because – as much as we love fresh content – replaying smart ideas deepens the insights. And a second listen usually surfaces something you missed the first time ‘round. So, earbuds in — pen out. Let’s make this listen actionable. ♻️ When your client’s legacy tool la…

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Week of Wonder: 'Vivaldi smells like breakfast sausage' 46:37

1M ago46:37

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Smell can trigger memories and influence emotions. New research is giving us insight into how that happens, including why some people can "smell" music and why losing the sense of smell can alert us to what might make us sick.By WBUR

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