Best Dan Redd Podcasts (2025)

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The Sports Deli Podcast - Matt and Christina Mauser - S6:E6 1:38:20

3d ago1:38:20

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Matt Mauser joined us today for an incredibly inspiring episode. Matt's wife, Christina was a coach at Kobe Bryant's Mamba Academy and was on the helicopter that Kobe, Gigi and 7 others we're unfortunately on that fateful day on 1/26/20. I first saw Matt on America's Got Talent and reached out to him to come on the show and he graciously accepted. …

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The Case of The Police vs. Sting 1:16:28

4d ago1:16:28

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Summary In this conversation, Sensei and Fatboi delve into the legal dispute surrounding the iconic song 'Every Breath You Take' by The Police, exploring the creative process behind the song, the significance of arrangement, and the implications of music royalties. They discuss the evolution of music production techniques, the influence of other ar…

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The surprising ways we gesture about time and space, with Lauren Gawne 22:58

5d ago22:58

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1113. This week, we talk with linguist Lauren Gawne about her book "Gesture: A Slim Guide." We look at how different cultures gesture about abstract concepts like time and space, and how we unknowingly gesture from our left-to-right writing system. We also look at why pointing is often rude, how different cultures point in different ways, and wheth…

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Inovasi Canggih, Kelestarian Hutan Terjaga 13:48

6d ago13:48

13:48

Bagaimana teknologi canggih seperti satelit, drone, dan kecerdasan buatan (AI) membantu menjaga hutan?Pemanfaatan teknologi merupakan salah satu kunci dalam mendukung pengelolaan hutan yang berkelanjutan. Penerapan pemantauan satelit, sistem informasi berbasis digital, hingga kecerdasan buatan (artificial intelligence/AI) memungkinkan proses pengaw…

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Vonnegut’s semicolon rule. What age has to do with language. Chocolate donut. 15:42

7d ago15:42

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1112. This week, we look at why you can safely ignore Kurt Vonnegut’s famous advice about ignoring semicolons. We also look at why taking punctuation advice from fiction writers may not be a good idea for business writing. Then, we look at how major life events, not age, change how you speak as you get older. The age segment was by Valerie Fridland…

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2025 EP 1 Homeopathy Remedies to Personal Self-Care with Christopher Merville 36:24

12d ago36:24

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Send us a text This episode of Nutrition NUTZ explores how homeopathy addresses everyday health concerns by considering the full experience of the individual. Dr. Phil speaks with Christophe Merville, DPharm, Director of Pharmacy Education and Development at Boiron, a world leader in homeopathic medicines. They discuss how people with the same comp…

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Why we say 'near miss.' How dogs got their names. Stupid dog Jackie. 18:31

14d ago18:31

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1111. This week, we look at the phrase "near miss" and why this seemingly illogical term actually makes sense. Then, in honor of National Dog Day, we look at how 16 different dog breeds got their names, including why a dachshund is a "badger dog," a poodle is a "puddle dog," and a mastiff is a "tame dog." The "near miss" segment was by Natalie Schi…

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EP 9 Tami LaTrell 2:12:40

18d ago2:12:40

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Summary Songwriter, music publisher, and business consultant Tami LaTrell is here to share her incredible journey through the music industry. We'll dive into how technology has completely changed the game, the crucial importance of understanding intellectual property, and the real challenges independent artists face in a super saturated market. Tam…

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How to build a successful writers’ newsletter, with Jane Friedman 18:29

19d ago18:29

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1110. This week, we talk with Jane Friedman, an expert on the business of being a writer. We look at how to build a strong email newsletter and why it's a critical tool for authors in today's publishing world. Jane shares her best tips for getting started, what to write about, and how to get new subscribers — offering advice that can help any write…

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What is 'versing'? ‘Whatchamacallit' and other placeholder words. Chicken. 13:14

21d ago13:14

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1109. This week, we look at why kids and video gamers talk about "versing" someone. Then, we look at the linguistics of placeholder words like "whatchamacallit" and "thingamajig," including some fun international examples and the now-obsolete word "whiblin." The "thingamajig" segment was by Ursula Kania, a Senior Lecturer in English Language and Li…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E31 - @Redd_Vibz, Rosie & Roofus 16:51

24d ago16:51

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The amazing Riley joined me today along with Rosie and Roofus on her late brothers 10th anniversary of his unfortunate death as well as her 7-month anniversary of being clean. Riley is a hairdresser (and can do feet and nails but chooses not to) and loves the beach and good vibes. Remember, help is only a call away. You can dial 988 if you're havin…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E30 - Doc Michael, Herbalist Abby, Frankie & YO! Rosco! 28:06

24d ago28:06

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Dr. Michael McEnany Michael McEnany attended Wake Forest University’s School of Medicine and completed his residency training in Emergency Medicine at the University of New Mexico. He is currently an Emergency Medicine physician at Northern Inyo Hospital in Bishop, CA. His interests include connecting with the natural world and learning to play the…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E29 - Tiffani & Peyton (Not Manning) 11:13

25d ago11:13

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Teacher Tiffani & dog Peyton (Not Manning) joined the show today. Tiffany became a teacher after covid and loves it! She's inspired by her sister, a teacher of 30 years. Peyton loves balls and check out this episode to find out what Tiffany's love language is. Remember, you can always dial 988 if you're having a hard day and someone will be there 2…

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AI's impact on translators, untranslatable Dutch words, and more, with Heddwen Newton 19:38

25d ago19:38

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1108. This week, we talk to Heddwen Newton about some of the unique and untranslatable words she's discovered while translating. She shares her thoughts on why the translation profession is being hit hard by AI and the kind of work that is likely to be lost. We also hear her book recommendations, including a novel and a nonfiction book about the hi…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E28 - Archie (Bunker?), Lulu, Piper, Carol & Jill 13:29

27d ago13:29

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This S1:E28 episode of The Dog Beach Diaries featured Archie (Bunker?), Lulu, Piper, Carol & Jill. Max out your 401k and go on lots of dates was the advice from Carol and Jill as we discussed a number of different topics. Thanks for watching and/or listening and remember, you are not alone. You can always dial 988 24/7/365 and someone will be there…

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Double possessives. Words that do double duty. The monkeys aren't working. 14:53

28d ago14:53

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1107. This week, we look at double possessives, such as "a friend of Mignon's" and whether they are grammatically correct. Then, we look at words that do double duty, from the nautical origins of "scuttlebutt" to "beetle" — which can be both an insect and a tool. The double possessives segment was written by Susan Herman, a retired multidisciplined…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E27 - Stevie Nicks, Kelsey, Simcha & Becca 18:40

28d ago18:40

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Thank you for joining us today for S1:E27 of The Dog Beach Diaries featuring Stevie Nicks, Kelsey, Simcha & Becca. Kels is a history teacher and Becca has a Tidepool exploration company that you can find at, https://www.seatoshoreexplorers.com. Their dogs are great and we had a great conversation. Thanks for your support and remember you can always…

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New words: 'beer muscles' & 'waka jumpers,' with Fiona McPherson. 16:34

1M ago16:34

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1106. We talk with Fiona McPherson, a senior editor at the Oxford English Dictionary, about the playful words that get added to the OED. We look at the dictionary's ongoing work to expand its coverage of World Englishes, and Fiona shares some of her favorite recent additions, including "waka jumper" from New Zealand politics and "Rolex," a term for…

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FUNK THAT BREAKS THE RULES 1:14:16

1M ago1:14:16

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Summary In this conversation, Sensei and Fatboi delve into the intricacies of funk music, exploring its foundational rules and how certain artists, particularly Prince and The Time, have successfully broken these rules while still maintaining the genre's essence. They discuss the importance of musicianship, the role of rhythm, and the challenges of…

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How pronouns reveal our psychology. How'd we get our alphabet? Tabagogox. 14:46

1M ago14:46

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1105. This week, we look at how the pronouns you use can reveal your psychological state — for example, how using "I" versus "we" can signal how you are coping with a breakup or a tragic event. Then, we look at where our alphabet started, from ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs to the Phoenicians and Romans. The psychology of pronouns segment was written…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1 E26 - Matt, Father Neil & Phoebe 28:28

1M ago28:28

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This episode with Matt the attorney, Neil his father and Matt's dog Phoebe was one of my favorite episodes out of the over 225 I've done since 2020. Matt has a tremendously authentic and polarizing personality and although his journey has had great success thus far, the best is yet to come. His dad is still working in his 60s on planes (not trains …

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E25 - Malia & Sage 15:46

1M ago15:46

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Malia loves animals and plans on being in the animal field for a long time. Her and her dog Sage have a special bond. She recommends pet insurance and you don't want to miss her favorite tatoo and who she'd like to have dinner with if she could. Finally, Malia asks me some questions so stick around until the end. Remember, you can always dial 988 i…

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‘Spark words’ and the hidden history of ‘panic’ and ‘Ritalin,’ with Martha Barnette 32:23

1M ago32:23

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1104. This week with Martha Barnette, co-host of "A Way with Words" and author of "Friends with Words: Adventures in Languageland," we look at the concept of a "spark word" — the word that ignites a love of language. We also look at fascinating etymologies from ancient Greek, including the surprising connections between "Nike" and "fennel," and the…

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'Heat wave' vs. 'cold snap.' Why reading stories makes you smarter. Rogering. 14:15

1M ago14:15

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1103. Why do we talk about "heat waves" but "cold snaps"? This week, we look at the history behind these common weather phrases and other quirky idioms like "raining cats and dogs" and "under the weather." Then, we look at what kind of reading is best for improving your language skills, including research on the benefits of fiction versus nonfictio…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - Kris & Booga (& Calypso) - S1:E24 19:55

1M ago19:55

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Kris rescued Booga and Calypso and sometimes Booga acts like a cat and Calypso acts like a dog. Kris loves to travel and is studying to be an interior designer. She loves to use her hands, all love languages, and the arts. This episode is brought to you by my you tube shop. I have nearly 1,500 items you can check out and I may make a commission if …

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S6:E5 - The Rube Goldberg Special Edition 15:35

1M ago15:35

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Life is like a box of chocolates. Sometimes surprise and change gets the job done, other times it's the road less traveled and other times it's simplicity and execution.

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Why plain English matters in science (and everywhere else), with Anne Greene 31:57

2M ago31:57

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1102. This week, Anne Greene joins us to talk about the importance of writing in plain English, especially in scientific fields. We look at why short words are easier for our eyes to read and how a well-structured story with characters and action verbs can improve understanding. We also discuss how the historical origins of English words influence …

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'Y' plurals. Bill Labov's linguistic legacy. Choo-choo 14:53

2M ago14:53

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1101. Do you know when to change a "y" to an "ies" for a plural, and when to just add an "s"? Today, we look at the rules. Then, we look at linguist Bill Labov's famous department store study, which shows how social class relates to speech patterns. The 'y' segment was written by Samantha Enslen, who runs Dragonfly Editorial. You can find her at dr…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E23 - Amelia, Sara & Alfi 18:29

2M ago18:29

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Amelia and Sara, partners in life joined me today along with their 9-month old pup, Alfie! Alfie has taught them so much about life especially about patience. I truly enjoyed their transparency and their loving and kind spirits individually and collectively. We hope you enjoy today's episode and remember, you can always dial, 988 if you're having a…

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How 'algospeak' is changing language, with Adam Aleksic 25:03

2M ago25:03

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1100. This week, we talk with popular online linguist Adam Aleksic, also known as Etymology Nerd. We discuss "algospeak" and how social media algorithms are changing language. We discuss euphemisms like "unalive," the spread of trending words, and how content creators adapt their speech to go viral. Adam Aleksic - The Etymology Nerd Adam's book - "…

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Pop, soda, or coke? When Q stands alone. Pizza bones. 15:59

2M ago15:59

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1099. Do you call it "pop," "soda," or "coke"? We look at the interesting history behind these regional names for carbonated beverages. Then, we look at words where you can use a Q without a U, which might help your Scrabble game. The pop, soda or coke segment was written by Valerie Fridland, a professor of linguistics at the University of Nevada i…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E22 - Whitney, Ginger, & Georgie 12:39

2M ago12:39

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Whitney Ginger & Georgie joined us today along with her boyfriend and his 2 kids. Whitney has chosen an interesting career path and also works part time as a server. She met her boyfriend at work but they no longer work together now.Thanks for the support and remember, if you're having a hard day, don't be afraid to ask for help like Whitney sugges…

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Dr. Russ Kennedy - The Anxiety Dr., author of Anxiety Rx Joins Hoot for the second time. He's sold over 105,000 books and has over 1,000,000 downloads from his Anxiety Rx podcast. Enjoy this episode! 1:11:39

2M ago1:11:39

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Dr. Russ Kennedy, author of Anxiety Rx (2nd Edition) joins me today to discuss his latest book and why men commit suicide at a higher rate than women as well as why they also have more success in his MBRX program. Dr. Kennedy is a neuroscientist from Canada and hopes to one day have dinner with Jim Carrey. And he wants the world to know especially …

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E21 - The Laurens 16:14

2M ago16:14

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Lauren and her dog Lolo (short for Lauren) joined us today. It was fate according to Lauren. Lauren was incredibly transparent and I truly enjoyed her philosophy about life, relationships and her dog.We hope you enjoy this episode and thanks for your love and support. Remember, you're not alone and you can always dial 988 if you're having a hard da…

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Metaphors and your brain. How figurative language works, with Dr. Vicky Lai 19:20

2M ago19:20

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1098. We talk with cognitive scientist Dr. Vicky Lai about how frequently we use metaphors and what happens in our brains when we hear them. We also look at her research on irony and its effect on emotion, and how people recovering from cancer use metaphors differently depending on how they're doing. Dr. Vicky Lai - https://psychology.arizona.edu/p…

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