Best Ernest Kim Podcasts (2025)

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# 682 - Off-air with Radio Legend Big Boy 2:06:41

19h ago2:06:41

2:06:41

I sit down with LA radio legend, Big Boy to talk Hip-hop, Weight Loss, Riots & Radio. Follow Big Boy YT: https://www.youtube.com/BigBoyTVyt IG: https://www.instagram.com/bigboy My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix! --------------------------------------------------- Sponsors: Butcher Box - Right now, ButcherBox is offering our listene…

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Something’s Burning: Squid, Kimchi, and Carbonara on Pizza?? | Brad Leone + Steph Tolev | S5 E18 1:44:58

2d ago1:44:58

1:44:58

Chef Brad Leone and comedian Steph Tolev stop by… so I crank up the pizza oven Brad gave me, and we have a feast. We’re all getting our hands dirty with squid pie, a kimchi Korean pie, and a Carbonara pizza I’ve been dying to try… make sure to check-out Brad’s YouTube channel – and check out Steph’s new special "Filth Queen" on Netflix!Follow Brad …

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Breaking the Silence: Coming Out in the CIA 34:42

2d ago34:42

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Emerging alongside Joseph McCarthy’s Red Scare in the 1950s was the Lavender Scare: Widespread panic and paranoia over the inclusion of gay personnel in the federal government. Their perceived dangers led to the terminations and forced resignations of thousands. Fast forward to 1988 – Tracey Ballard, who worked at the CIA, headed in to take a polyg…

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Off-the-Cuff Smörgåsbord 1:23:15

3d ago1:23:15

1:23:15

E & J return from a spring hiatus to discuss a range of topics, from WWDC 2025 to the Era of the Business Idiot, and more. WATCHES & WONDERS – 04:09 Don DeLillo: Cosmopolis IWC Presents A Plethora Of New Ingenieur Watches How The Pursuit Of Status Shapes Our Aesthetics The Nomos Club Sport Neomatik Worldtimer NOMOS Lounge, New York City TAG Heuer F…

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# 681 - Andy Frasco & His Growing Pains 1:19:55

8d ago1:19:55

1:19:55

I sit down with musician, Andy Frasco. We talk about AI LeeAnn, BDSM test, messy hotel rooms,working too much, his new album, and much more! Andy Frasco & The U.N.’s new album “Growing Pains” is streaming everywhere now! Follow Andy YT: https://www.youtube.com/c/AndyFrasco IG: https://www.instagram.com/andyfrasco My new special “Lucky” is streaming…

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Something’s Burning: Wrestle Mania + Restaurant Impossible w/ Robert Irvine + Gail Kim | S5 E17 1:36:03

9d ago1:36:03

1:36:03

Power couple Robert Irvine and Gail Kim stop by the kitchen to chat about two of my favorite things… wrestling and food. Robert gives me some culinary tips while I serve up one of HIS ramen recipes, and Gail and I geek out on WWE. We also may or may not have a new side-biz with Guy Fieri.Follow Robert Irvine:https://www.instagram.com/chefirvineFoll…

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A Conversation with House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman 34:56

9d ago34:56

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What should the US Intelligence Community prioritize domestically and overseas, and how should the work be done? We sat down with Congressman Rick Crawford, Chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, to learn his perspective on these questions. The conversation emphasized the growing threat of China’s influence in the West, t…

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# 680 - Being Fool-ish with Rickey Smiley 2:15:22

15d ago2:15:22

2:15:22

I sit down with Rickey Smiley to discuss HBCU’s, being a Que Dog, the black experience in comedy, his kids, and his special FOOL-ISH. Watch Rickey’s special FOOL-ISH on Hulu! Follow Rickey IG: https://www.instagram.com/rickeysmileyofficial/?hl=en My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix! ---------------------------------------------------…

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Something’s Burning: A Real NASCAR Experience | Tailgate Special | S5 E16 1:08:29

16d ago1:08:29

1:08:29

We’re poppin’ up a tailgate at one of NASCAR’s biggest races, the Coca Cola 600, in Charlotte NC. I’m bringing two of my barbeque buddies to help me make brisket biscuits for the fans. And Justin Marks, from Trackhouse Racing, and Noah Gragson - #4 - swing by the tent for a little race talk and fan interaction.Follow Noah Gragson: https://www.insta…

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Ghost Stories: The Hunt for Russian Spies in the US 33:15

16d ago33:15

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In the early 2000s, the FBI uncovered a team of Russian operatives who had been living double lives in the United States. They were posing as professors, journalists, financial planners, real estate and travel agents, all while sending information back to Moscow. Now, 15 years after they were arrested, Alan Kohler, the former Assistant Director of …

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# 679 - Ben & Matt Get Wings (DOGMA) with Kevin Smith 2:24:48

22d ago2:24:48

2:24:48

I sit down with Kevin Smith to discuss the return of his film Dogma, theory of stand up, mispronouncing celebrities names, how LeeAnn is in love with his house, and much more. Go see Dogma in 4K in theaters June 5th! Follow Kevin IG: https://www.instagram.com/thatkevinsmith/ My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix! ----------------------…

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Something’s Burning: British Rock Bands + English Breakfast | The Struts | S5 E15 1:27:59

23d ago1:27:59

1:27:59

British rock band, The Struts, is in the kitchen for an English Breakfast inspired by my love of Jamie Oliver. They also teach me the right way to way to eat beans… and I cook up a Big Mac Taco. And of course I make them sing. And it’s totally worth it.Follow The Struts:https://www.instagram.com/thestrutsThis episode is brought to you by Original G…

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The Secret Navy and Their Hunt for a Nazi Sub 36:06

23d ago36:06

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How do you catch an enemy’s submarine … and then make it vanish? That’s what the U.S. Navy’s elusive Tenth Fleet planned, as it tracked down Germany’s U-505 submarine. The mission came right before the Allies ran ashore on the beaches of Normandy in World War II. Historian Alexander Rose draws on long classified documents and intercepted transmissi…

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Ep 304: Let's Fly with Author and Master Traveler Matthew Kepnes 36:31

26d ago36:31

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In this episode of the FLY BROTHER RADIO SHOW, Ernest chats with Matthew Kepnes, better known as Nomadic Matt, founder and CEO of the popular travel portal NomadicMatt.com, and best-selling author of Ten Years a Nomad and How to Travel the World on $75 a Day. Matthew has traveled to nearly 100 countries and territories, flown hundreds of thousands …

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# 678 - Warren Haynes Lets His Soulshine 2:13:02

29d ago2:13:02

2:13:02

I sit down with The Allman Brothers Band & Gov’t Mule guitarist, Warren Haynes. We talk about his legendary career, Dave Matthews Band, The HORDE Festival, The Trucks family, playing with Grateful Dead, and much more! Follow Warren YT: https://www.youtube.com/@warrenhaynes IG: https://www.instagram.com/thewarrenhaynes My new special “Lucky” is stre…

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Something’s Burning: A “Pinch Me, I Must Be Dreaming” w/ Heather Locklear + Jillian Barberie | S5 E14 1:29:05

30d ago1:29:05

1:29:05

My 15-year-old self would not believe that Heather Locklear + Jillian Barberie willingly showed up to my kitchen for a Korean meal and conversation… but it happened. These icons and I talked about sharks, therapy, Heather’s exes, and for the first time in Something’s Burning history – they asked for a to-go container. Nailed it.Follow Heather Lockl…

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How Are Shifting Priorities Impacting National Security in America? 29:18

1M ago29:18

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Most Americans would agree that the United States should be protected, but from whom … and how? Dr. Donell Harvin, the former Chief of Homeland Security and Intelligence for the District of Columbia, says the U.S. is taking its eye off the ball - focusing its large domestic intelligence apparatus in a direction that is politically expedient, but no…

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# 677 - Ari Matti is on Your Sleep Schedule 1:56:40

1M ago1:56:40

1:56:40

I sit down with comedian Ari Matti to talk about growing up in Estonia, Kill Tony, bartending, MMA stories, The Mothership, traveling the world, and when David Hasselhoff tried to steal his ex-girlfriend! Follow Ari IG: https://www.instagram.com/arimatticomedy My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix! -------------------------------------…

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Something’s Burning: If We Had $60,000,000, We’d ALL Be Rich | Ed Robertson + Mark McGrath | S5 E13 1:53:54

1M ago1:53:54

1:53:54

Sugar Ray and Barenaked Ladies lead singers, Mark McGrath and Ed Robertson, swing by my kitchen to discuss the music industry, how their songs affected my life, and getting older. I make ‘em Chinese Chicken (of course) and we ALL sing One Week. Because, you have to. Catch them on tour TOGETHER this summer… Last Summer on Earth Tour - https://www.ba…

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Sharing Intelligence: Challenges between US and Ukraine 34:56

1M ago34:56

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After Russia’s full scale invasion of Ukraine, the U.S. rushed to create a secret center that set targets for the Ukrainians to destroy. But the counteroffensive of 2023 failed to achieve its goals. So, what went wrong? New York Times reporter Adam Entous spent more than a year reporting on this story. He joins SpyCast host Sasha Ingber to talk abo…

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# 676 - My Dad Al Kreischer 1:56:54

1M ago1:56:54

1:56:54

I sit down with my Dad Al Kreischer to talk about his early days as a lawyer, his parents, what I was like as a kid, and much more! My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix! --------------------------------------------------- Sponsors: Tecovas - Right now get 10% off at https://tecovas.com/BERT when you sign up for email and texts. Cornbr…

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Something’s Burning: Drinking Ladies Drinks and Tattooing Man Stuff with AlexSucks | S5 E12 1:09:39

1M ago1:09:39

1:09:39

All four members of the band, ALEXSUCKS, come by the kitchen for corn dogs, French 75s, and tattooing that could definitely go aggressively wrong.Follow ALEXSUCKS:https://www.instagram.com/alexsucksThis episode is brought to you by Tastemade. Try Tastemade+ free for 7 days right now at https://tastemade.com/BURNINGSUBSCRIBE so you never miss a vide…

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Stories From the President's Daily Brief 25:34

1M ago25:34

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Conflict has been escalating between two nuclear powers–India and Pakistan. It started in April, after India blamed Pakistan for supporting militants who carried out a massacre in Kashmir. President Trump offered to help defuse the tensions.Throughout history, India and Pakistan’s hostility has been documented in the President's Daily Brief, a high…

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# 675 - Sam Jay is Black & Gay 2:20:43

2M ago2:20:43

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I sit down with comedian Sam Jay. We talk about luck vs attitude, Coke vs Pepsi, shitting the bed, white food and much more! My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix!Follow SamIG:https://www.instagram.com/samjaycomic/---------------------------------------------------Sponsors:SelectQuote - Get the right life insurance for YOU, for LESS, a…

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Something’s Burning: Iliza Shlesinger + Noah Galuten + The World’s Greatest Sausage Bread | S5 E11 1:47:30

2M ago1:47:30

1:47:30

Comedian Iliza Shlesinger and her chef-husband Noah Galuten come by the kitchen so I can show Noah EXACTLY how to make his food… pulling recipes right out of his newest cookbook. And, not gonna lie – I killed it at the sausage bread.Follow Iliza Shlesinger:https://www.instagram.com/ilizasFollow Noah Galuten:https://www.instagram.com/galutenDon’t mi…

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The Minions: Putin's Expendable Spies 32:36

2M ago32:36

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They were a spy cell like no other — operating from quiet British suburbs, hailing from Bulgaria, and working on behalf of Russia. Their handler dubbed them “The Minions,” and their plots stretched across Europe and spanned honeytraps, abductions, and murder. At the time of this recording, six have been convicted and await sentencing. To parse out …

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Ep 303: Let's Fly with Entrepreneur and Community Builder Beth Santos 52:59

2M ago52:59

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In this episode of the FLY BROTHER RADIO SHOW, Ernest chats with Beth Santos, entrepreneur, community builder, author, and founder of Wanderful, an international collective of travelers and travel content creators on a mission to make travel better for all women. On this mission, Beth created the WITS Travel Creator Summit, a leading event for wome…

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# 674 - Billy Gardell is a Quitter 1:34:39

2M ago1:34:39

1:34:39

I sit down with actor and comedian Billy Gardell. We talk about his incredible weight loss journey, addiction, getting sober, cheat meals, Mike & Molly, empty nesting, and much more! The 2 Bears, 5K in Tampa is less than 1 week away! Sign up at https://www.2bears5k.com My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix! Follow Billy IG: https://www…

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Something’s Burning: Trevor Wallace + Michael Blaustein + The Secret | S5 E10 1:40:16

2M ago1:40:16

1:40:16

Stiff Socks hosts Trevor Wallace + Michael Blaustein stop by the kitchen for a good ol’ fashioned crawfish boil. We go in deep on porn, other comedians, and I spill a secret I haven’t told ANYONE.Follow Trevor Wallace:https://www.instagram.com/trevorwallaceFollow Michael Blaustein:https://www.instagram.com/blaucomedyThis episode is brought to you b…

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Escalation: Tracking the US-Ukraine Relationship 40:43

2M ago40:43

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The United States and Ukraine have had a long, complicated history that has been defined by just as much partnership and collaboration as hesitation and disagreement. This dynamic is laid bare in the 7-part podcast series ‘Escalation,’ produced by our partners at Goat Rodeo, with the national security publication Lawfare. In April 2025, The Interna…

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ASEAN Governance and New Security Issues with Ernest Plange Kwofie 52:08

2M ago52:08

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Ernest Plange Kwofie drops by the studio to discuss ASEAN, or the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. Kwofie talks about the interpersonal politics of the organization and how it differs from similar Western organizations like the European Union. He looks at the organization's effectiveness in responding to threats as well as its ability to imp…

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# 673 - Jessica Kirson Is the Man 1:51:56

2M ago1:51:56

1:51:56

I sit down with comedian, Jessica Kirson. We talk about having 4 daughters, menopause, coming out, and much more! Stream her new special “I’m the Man” on Hulu April 25th The 2 Bears, 5K in Tampa is less than 2 weeks away! Sign up at https://www.2bears5k.com My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix! Follow Jessica YT: https://www.youtube.c…

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Something’s Burning: It’s Racin’ Season With Kyle + Samantha Busch | S5 E09 1:23:24

2M ago1:23:24

1:23:24

NASCAR legend Kyle Busch and his wife, Samantha, stop by the kitchen on their way to the Daytona 500… and we talk about everything from Kyle’s career to Samantha’s cooking content. And, while we chat - I make a Sweet Tea Fried Chicken Sandwich with pimento cheese and Alabama White Sauce – in honor of Race Day! Follow Kyle Busch: https://www.instagr…

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Where the ‘West V. Russia’ Plot Begins 34:17

2M ago34:17

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Why does Vladimir Putin often say that the West is conspiring to weaken Russia? Historian James Crossland traces this narrative back to a British intelligence officer and a failed assassination attempt on Vladimir Lenin in 1918. The story is featured in his new book, Rogue Agent, from Secret Plots to Psychological Warfare, the Untold Story of Rober…

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'Barbarians’, Bronzes, and the Legendary Capital of Ancient Vietnam with Nam Kim 1:13:10

2M ago1:13:10

1:13:10

Dr. Wannasarn Noonsuk joins Dr. Nam Kim to discuss early civilizations in what is now Vietnam and how uncovering creations of the past sheds light on the shifting cultural landscape of ancient Mainland Southeast Asia. They also examine how changing views of the past help to inform local and academic understandings of the region today. Dr. Nam Kim i…

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Ep 302: Let's Fly with Monterey Bay Aquarist Dalton Richardson 28:25

2M ago28:25

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In this episode of the FLY BROTHER RADIO SHOW, Ernest chats with Dalton Richardson, brilliant and engaging aquarist at the world-renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium. Dalton has been an aquarist at Monterey Bay, along the ruff and rugged coast of California just south of San Francisco, since 2019. From cleaning the windows of the aquarium to feeding the …

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# 672 - AJ Wilkerson Diagnoses Me with Autism 1:39:52

2M ago1:39:52

1:39:52

I sit down with rising comedian, AJ Wilkerson. We talk about living with autism, best time travel movies, touring with Jason Mewes, getting cut from Clerks 3, and much more! My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix! Follow AJ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@ajwilkersoncomedy IG: https://www.instagram.com/ajwilkersoncomedy -------------------…

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Something’s Burning: Complete Chaos with Luenell and Kathy Griffin | S5 E08 1:43:59

2M ago1:43:59

1:43:59

This time, Luenell and Kathy Griffin stop by, and things go from chaos to absolute pandemonium… there’s cancel culture, celebrity cameos, the obliteration of my name, and of course, critiques on my cooking. And then they went to The Ivy. Follow Luenell: https://www.instagram.com/luenell Follow Kathy Griffin: https://www.instagram.com/kathygriffin D…

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DOGE Layoffs and the Counterintelligence Threats They Pose 33:22

2M ago33:22

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Government employees were dismissed with startling swiftness and sweeping in the midst of the Trump administration's relentless pursuit to pare down the federal workforce. The sheer number of fired personnel and the manner in which US officials let them go have led to concerns that disillusioned former employees may share what they know with foreig…

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When the Rice Cries: Javanese Folklore for Children, Language, and the Earth with Muzakki Bashori 46:26

2M ago46:26

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Dr. Muzakki Bashori sits down to discuss his new book “When the Rice Cries” a children's story that uses rice idioms to teach about the importance of reducing food waste. Bashori discusses Javanese language conservation and his mission to promote the use of Javanese among children in Indonesia. Dr. Muzakki Bashori is a Lecturer and researcher at Un…

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# 671 - Gene Simmons KISS and Tells 1:09:47

3M ago1:09:47

1:09:47

I sit down with the legendary KISS bassist/singer, Gene Simmons. We talk about dating Cher, Diana Ross, how KISS got their makeup, how he met his wife, the future of concerts, and much more! My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix! Follow Gene IG: https://www.instagram.com/genesimmons --------------------------------------------------- S…

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S5 E07: Epic Roles + Wrestle-Mania w/ O’Shea Jackson Jr + Paul Walter Hauser 1:16:38

3M ago1:16:38

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O’Shea Jackson Jr and Paul Walter Hauser come by the kitchen to impress me with their epic movie roles… while I try and impress them with braised short ribs. But, I can’t hold a candle to playing Ice Cube, Richard Jewel, Chris Farley OR being in a Den of Thieves trilogy. We also talk a lot about their true passion – wrestling. And they definitely h…

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Taiwan: China’s Testing Ground for Intelligence Operations 32:11

3M ago32:11

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It's no secret that China has recently stepped up political and military pressure on the democratically governed island of Taiwan. But then, there are the Chinese Communist Party's covert efforts: Recruiting from the inside, gathering intelligence, and exerting influence. Executive Director of the Global Taiwan Institute Russell Hsiao breaks down B…

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Tales from the Periphery: Regionalism and Nationalism in Contemporary Thailand with Joel Selway 1:11:45

3M ago1:11:45

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Dr. Joel Selway sits down with Phanuphat Chattragul to discuss his research on shifting notions of Thai identities. He examines Thai identities within the context of various ethnic groups and geographical regions through surveys and interviews. Dr. Joel Selway is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Brigham Young University. He specialize…

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Ep 301: Let's Fly with Star, Icon, and Entrepreneur Kim Fields 37:05

3M ago37:05

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In this episode of the FLY BROTHER RADIO SHOW, Ernest chats with award-winning actor, director, producer, and entrepreneur Kim Fields. Having started in television at the age of 7, Kim has brought joy and inspiration through storytelling on multiple hit series and movies, including The Facts of Life, Living Single, and The Upshaws, and many more. I…

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# 670 - Meat Prints with Matteo Lane 1:06:49

3M ago1:06:49

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I sit down with comedian Matteo Lane. We talk about being bilingual, vocal ranges, fluffing, cooking, and much more! Check out his special “The Al Dente Special” on Hulu on May 16th Order his book “Your Pasta Sucks: A "Cookbook": https://amzn.to/42eHidi My new special “Lucky” is streaming now on Netflix! Follow Matteo YT: https://www.youtube.com/@m…

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