Best Dear Download Podcasts (2025)

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2000 Trees 2025 - Preview 24:51

15d ago24:51

24:51

This episode Simon talks about one of his favourite fastivals of the year - 2000 Trees - and gives you all the reasons why you should go too! 2000 Trees info You can find us here Linktree Simon's YouTube Ashes by Dawn SMTV Youtube Trash Talkin' Podcast Stu's Tiktok Stu's InstagramBy Dear Download

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Dear Soulmate 5:31

21d ago5:31

5:31

Please leave a comment with your positive encouraging feedback so that we can keep raising the planetary vibe. Support the showBy Serenity

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Squirrels Hate MILFs 1:09:12

3h ago1:09:12

1:09:12

Penn, Matt, and Reddi are joined by Michael Goudeau with a big life update he's taking with all the positivity and humor you'd expect. Surprise guest Dr. Rich Ross is also back to talk secret octopus hunts, Penn's essay for the New York Times, an update on the closed Dylan Museum, a dog that runs really fast, playing Folsom Prison, and more.…

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Not Open on Tuesday? 1:04:44

7d ago1:04:44

1:04:44

The saga of Battle of Dreams continues with maybe the best response possible, Matt shares his thoughts on the upcoming Springsteen biopic and takes his kids to an unexpected Broadway show, Reddi Rich sells something online in the most honest way possible, and Penn is thrown a curveball live on air regarding an upcoming stop on his book tour.…

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Well I Like To Bring Everything Around to Porn 1:19:45

14d ago1:19:45

1:19:45

Matt and Brian Brushwood join Penn and Reddi for a live Q&A as part of a special creator retreat weekend in Austin, TX. New and old scams, more of Penn's thoughts on AI, the fallibility of memory, Penn's writing process, Penn & Teller's evolving position in the world of magic, and lots more.

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Midday Reminder of How Powerful You Really Are / I Believe in You! 4:28

14d ago4:28

4:28

Please leave a comment with your positive encouraging feedback so that we can keep raising the planetary vibe. This message is for you beautiful soul. Support the showBy Serenity

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Download Festival 2025 Review - Part 2 1:56:35

16d ago1:56:35

1:56:35

This episode we discuss everything we experienced on the Saturday and Sunday at Download Festival 2025, plus many many other tid bits from this years festival. You can find us here Linktree Simon's YouTube Ashes by Dawn SMTV Youtube Trash Talkin' Podcast Stu's Tiktok Stu's Instagram Credits: Explicit Intro - https://freesound.org/people/RunnerPack/…

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We’d Like to Say It Could Have Been Worse... 58:25

21d ago58:25

58:25

Penn, Matt, and Reddi are back preaching love after Penn got wicked sick last week and THOUGHT he came up with a revelation. The hits kept coming with another derailed Battle of Dreams and possibly the strangest ending ever to the big Penn & Teller show - with a live recap from a special member of the congregation who happened to be in the audience…

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Download Festival 2025 Review - Part 1 1:39:17

24d ago1:39:17

1:39:17

This episode we discuss everything we experienced from the Tuesday to the Friday at Download Festival 2025! You can find us here Linktree Simon's YouTube Ashes by Dawn SMTV Youtube Trash Talkin' Podcast Stu's Tiktok Stu's Instagram Credits: Explicit Intro - https://freesound.org/people/RunnerPack/sounds/87039/ Explicit Intro - https://freesound.org…

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How to Use Your Daily intuition / Spirit Said I Am Your BREATH 2:56

28d ago2:56

2:56

Please leave a comment with your positive encouraging feedback so that we can keep raising the planetary vibe. Spirit said one day in prayer that I was to remember. There are two roads to take and that. To use intuition, is to use breath, to breathe life, and love in every day. Choose the higher thoughts in every thing, while thinking about tomorro…

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But This Is a Stupid Thing That I Wanted To Do 1:06:32

1M ago1:06:32

1:06:32

Penn, Matt, and Reddi Rich are joined on Zoom by Patreon backers for another exclusive Q&A! The evolution of thinking on taxes, Penn and LOD's origin story, Penn's thoughts on generative AI, knowing when to quit working on a magic trick (including mid-performance!), thoughts on notable magicians and magic during World War II, a morse code update, a…

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How To Avoid Hell, ...Literally 6:27

1M ago6:27

6:27

Please leave a comment with your positive encouraging feedback so that we can keep raising the planetary vibe. Sometimes we don't realize that our future self is standing right in front of us. Right on the other side of comfort. This message will encourage you, take a listen. IF YOU FOUND THIS MESSAGE TODAY, IT'S LITERALLY FOR YOU. Support the show…

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Wednesday morning 2025 Download Festival 20:24

1M ago20:24

20:24

Good morning Download Festival 2025.By Dear Download

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Download Festival 2025 - Everything else 1:25:06

1M ago1:25:06

1:25:06

This episode we discuss everything else that's going on accross the weekend of Download Festival 2025 that isn't the arena bands. We dive deep into the map and talk about some new things that have been added, we discuss our own set on the Dear Download stage in R.I.P, as well as some of the things happening in District X. Dear Download stage bands …

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Pleasant People and Homemade Potato Chips 59:20

1M ago59:20

59:20

Penn heads to Los Angeles and reminisces about Martin Mull, Matt reflects on his early improv and comedy career, returns to the seas for more magic (and maybe dinner?) and lots more.

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This Will Be the Brightest Light We've Ever Seen / It's All About You 7:53

1M ago7:53

7:53

Please leave a comment with your positive encouraging feedback so that we can keep raising the planetary vibe. If this message found you it's for you! Just listen in... Support the showBy Serenity

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I Couldn't Hear You In The Dressing Room 1:12:33

2M ago1:12:33

1:12:33

Penn rushes the stage in Philadelphia, Matt is assigned a surprising role by Penn, a question from a fan leads to a variety of solutions for magic props that just don't work, a new trick from a familiar friend of the show, and more.

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Untitled Episode 25:49

2M ago25:49

25:49

Please leave a comment with your positive encouraging feedback so that we can keep raising the planetary vibe.By Serenity

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Hammerdown Festival - Interview with Harry White 1:14:57

2M ago1:14:57

1:14:57

In this episode we take the time to interview Harry White - the Suit wearing Managing director, CEO, Owner and top bloke of Hammerdown Festival. Hammerdown is one of the fastest growing festivals of the UK currently and we had the chance to sit down with Harry to learn about some of the history, behind the scenes, general running of the festival an…

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I'll See What I Can Do 1:08:42

2M ago1:08:42

1:08:42

Matt performs in San Antonio and hangs out with Tim Jenison, Penn embarks on an epic journey to see Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson at the Hollywood Bowl, and more.

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The Best Guidance To Fall Asleep Blessed In God's Presence | Peaceful Sleep Talkdown 1:07:55

2M ago1:07:55

1:07:55

Please leave a comment with your positive encouraging feedback so that we can keep raising the planetary vibe. Support the showBy Serenity

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Just Win Baby 1:14:47

2M ago1:14:47

1:14:47

Penn & Teller join the Raider Nation, thoughts on the new Pope, Penn's book appearances for his new novel Felony Juggler, Matt moves up to the big room at the Magic Castle, and lots more!

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Deep Insights About the Ledger Of Life / The HEART of the Spiritual Life 20:13

2M ago20:13

20:13

Please leave a comment with your positive encouraging feedback so that we can keep raising the planetary vibe. NEW PODCASTER HERE! WELCOME, STAY AWHILE BY SUBSCRIBING SO YOU DON'T MISS DAILY SERENITY! Today I will be speaking Heavenly messages, downloads and insights through the spirit of Courage. Feel free to follow along by reading the transcript…

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Download Festival 2025 - Sunday bands 2:04:22

2M ago2:04:22

2:04:22

This episode we listen to and discuss every single band booked to play on the Sunday at Download Festival 2025! CLICK HERE FOR OUR STORE! OPEN 1st MAY 2025! BROKEN DAY CLOTHING! ALSO FROM 1st MAY You can find us here Linktree Simon's YouTube Ashes by Dawn SMTV Youtube Trash Talkin' Podcast Stu's Tiktok Stu's Instagram Emma Sturman Youtube vlogs Cre…

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Jane Borden - Cults Like Us 1:31:21

2M ago1:31:21

1:31:21

Author Jane Borden joins Penn, Matt, and Reddi on Zoom to discuss her new book Cults Like Us: Why Doomsday Thinking Drives America, and explore the role and roots of cults in America, the American monomyth, theories on evil, how all of this factors into today's political thinking, and lots more.

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Amazing Channeled Message / Everything Is Working Towards Your Highest Good 20:58

2M ago20:58

20:58

Please leave a comment with your positive encouraging feedback so that we can keep raising the planetary vibe. This message is so incredibly encouraging to the soul. It's like that warm spiritual hug that we need right now. I'm absolutely amazed! Support the showBy Serenity

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He Found His Word 1:21:25

3M ago1:21:25

1:21:25

Falling asleep, Groucho Marx facts, The Pitt, Penn on Literally! With Rob Lowe, the AFAN AIDS Walk Las Vegas, and lots more. Don't forget Penn's new novel, FELONY JUGGLER, out May 6!

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Download Festival 2025 - Saturday bands 2:13:40

3M ago2:13:40

2:13:40

This episode we listen to and discuss every single band booked to play on the Satrurday at Download Festival 2025! CLICK HERE FOR OUR STORE! OPEN 1st MAY 2025! BROKEN DAY CLOTHING! ALSO FROM 1st MAY You can find us here Linktree Simon's YouTube Ashes by Dawn SMTV Youtube Trash Talkin' Podcast Stu's Tiktok Stu's Instagram Emma Sturman Youtube vlogs …

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This Is Also Show Business 1:17:27

3M ago1:17:27

1:17:27

A Battle of Dreams goes sideways, Penn revisits a movie he hated and comes away with a different outlook, Penn & Teller ride the Goodyear Blimp, and more.

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I Couldn't Hear My Bass At All! 1:24:23

3M ago1:24:23

1:24:23

Wet shows, Reddi Rich on guitar pedals, auditioning with Robert De Niro, Penn goes to the fair, the musical landscape of Penn & Teller Off-Broadway 40 years ago, and more.

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Download Festival 2025 - Friday bands 1:58:23

3M ago1:58:23

1:58:23

This episode we listen to and discuss every single band booked to play on the Friday at Download Festival 2025! To be a part of the exclusive Dear Download podfest 2025 t-shirts join up to the patreon here. You can find us here Linktree Simon's YouTube Ashes by Dawn SMTV Youtube Trash Talkin' Podcast Stu's Tiktok Stu's Instagram Emma Sturman Youtub…

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He Just Stood There Saying "Oh Dear" 1:11:54

3M ago1:11:54

1:11:54

Penn discovers a new app, hangs out with Weird Al, gets interviewed by Jimmy Fallon, says some of the most famous words in sports, and more.

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Jonathan Rauch - Cross Purposes 1:21:52

3M ago1:21:52

1:21:52

Author Jonathan Rauch is back on the show with his new book, Cross Purposes: Christianity's Broken Bargain with Democracy, and a wide-ranging, challenging, and thought-provoking conversation with Penn, Matt, and Reddi about the role of Christianity in America, Christian values from an atheist's viewpoint, and lots more.…

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Download Festival hacks, tips and tricks (Part 2) 1:44:48

4M ago1:44:48

1:44:48

This episode is a follow on from our last episode of tips tricks and life hacks of how to survive the weekend at Download Festival. To be a part of the exclusive Dear Download podfest 2025 t-shirts join up to the patreon here. Ashes by Dawn - Metal 2 the masses gig. You can find us here Linktree Simon's YouTube Ashes by Dawn SMTV Youtube Trash Talk…

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Just A Skittle In the Head 1:11:00

4M ago1:11:00

1:11:00

The show has a spectacular new website at pennssundayschool.com (complete with new merch!) and the crew has no hope of the show actually living up to it. Matt is back from the Jokers of Magic tour and back out to sea unexpectedly, Penn gets pelted at the movies, The Big Whoop premieres in Los Angeles, and more.…

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Download Festival hacks, tips and tricks. 2:00:08

4M ago2:00:08

2:00:08

This episode we are joined by our boy Stu again to go over some of our best tips tricks and hacks for surviving the weekend at Download Festival. We have almost 60 years of expierience between the 3 of us, so we wanted to sit down and document as much information as we could that could be used by veterans and beginners alike. We cover any and every…

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Stop Following Me 1:04:34

4M ago1:04:34

1:04:34

Jandro and Piff are back on Zoom for a few listener questions before turning the show back over to Patreon backers for an in-depth Q&A with Penn. Memorable questions and memorable moments onstage, Penn at the airport, bringing Dylan into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and more.

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I Hate You 1:32:53

4M ago1:32:53

1:32:53

Penn celebrated a milestone birthday this week by reflecting on growing older and telling off a child onstage. Guest host Sarah Lowe is there to pick up the pieces. Bygone personal ad slang (permanent damage OK), Leland Sklar, molasses in a cask, adults talking, and more!

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Why Was There A Horse? 1:20:54

4M ago1:20:54

1:20:54

Penn, Matt, and Reddi are joined via Zoom by Jandro and Piff the Magic Dragon for a full behind-the-scenes breakdown of their performance on the season premiere of Penn & Teller: Fool Us.

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Download Festival 2008 1:31:47

5M ago1:31:47

1:31:47

This episode we go back 17 years to take a look at Download Festival 2008. We discuss the memories we have and the bands we saw, and read out some stories from some of the band members, as well as some of our listeners memories too. To be a part of the exclusive Dear Download podfest 2025 t-shirts join up to the patreon here. Ashes by Dawn - Metal …

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Don't Call It a Comeback 1:17:12

5M ago1:17:12

1:17:12

Penn is back from a five week tour of Australia, Matt is back from a five month contract on a cruise ship, and Reddi Rich is back with a new addition to the studio that Penn can't get enough of. Spanish magicians on the seas and on Fool Us, Matt prepares to hit the road with the Jokers of Magic, Penn wanted big drama and didn't get it, and more.…

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Pedi-Cures of Leprosy 1:13:55

5M ago1:13:55

1:13:55

Penn and Reddi Rich are joined by guest host Sarah Lowe to talk cigarette tanks, Houdini's assistant, the evolutionary purpose of babysitters, Pokeno, an absolutely disgusted bride, and more!

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Korn! 1:56:55

5M ago1:56:55

1:56:55

This episode we are joined by our boy Stu to dive into the music and history of Korn, this years Download 2025 Sunday headliners. We discuss every studio album as well as what we might expect from them live this year. If you like what you hear from Stu, you can find more of him on his Youtube channel SMTV and his podcast Trash Talkin'. SMTV Youtube…

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A Flawed First Draft of Heaven 1:01:43

5M ago1:01:43

1:01:43

What exactly do people do on a cruise? Matt has wrapped up another stint performing on the high seas, and Penn still has questions. Plus, Penn takes up learning Morse code, thoughts on magic methods being published, Johnny Thompson's international subterfuge, and more.

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The Golden Buzzer From Houdini 54:17

5M ago54:17

54:17

Penn, Matt, and Reddi Rich join Patreon backers for part 3 of their Zoom Q&A in preparation for Penn & Teller's current tour of Australia. Penn at his bravest, memories from SNL, reflections on the epidemic of loneliness, and finding strength and hope among the current depths of political despair.

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Sleep Token 1:30:47

5M ago1:30:47

1:30:47

This episode we take a deep dive into the music and lore of Download 2025's Saturday headliners, Sleep Token. If you like what you hear from Stu, you can find more of him on his Youtube channel SMTV and his podcast Trash Talkin'. SMTV Youtube Trash Talkin' Podcast Stu's Tiktok Stu's Instagram You can find us here Linktree Simon's YouTube To be a pa…

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A Juxtaposition Butt Joint 1:01:47

6M ago1:01:47

1:01:47

Penn, Matt, and Reddi are joined once again by Michael Goudeau and the unstable internet connection in his laundry room for another Zoom Q&A with Patreon backers! Goudeau's holiday decor challenge, the music in Penn's head, The Residents, Penn's holiday and New Year's traditions, the concept of legacy, and more. Please note: this bank episode was r…

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Green Day 1:35:36

6M ago1:35:36

1:35:36

This episode we are joined by our boy Stu to dive into the music and history of Green Day. Not only are Green Day playing at the hallowed grounds of Donington Park for the very first time, they are headlining it on the Friday of Download Festival 2025! If you like what you hear from Stu, you can find more of him on his Youtube channel SMTV and his …

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I Was On Broadway! 55:31

6M ago55:31

55:31

Penn, Matt, and Reddi Rich are reunited once again with Michael Goudeau as they take listener questions on Zoom prior to Penn & Teller's tour of Australia. Real time reactions from the Royal Variety Performance, what would you do with $2 million?, Ed "Big Daddy" Roth, Penn's visual memory, and more.

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Dropping a Balm 55:42

6M ago55:42

55:42

Penn, Matt, Reddi Rich, and Michael Goudeau take questions from Members of the Congregation on Zoom! How the recent election has impacted both performers and audiences in Vegas and beyond, female pioneers in comedy, Dylan & The Dead, Penn's favorite thing about Iceland, and more!

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