Best Hack Mirror Podcasts (2025)

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Rosebud Baker: A Joke About Having A Kid In New York 1:31

21h ago1:31

1:31

Rosebud Baker jokes about having a kid in New York in her Netflix special, "The Motherload".By Netflix

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Up To Date Potato Wars: Who made the best dish? 6:37

1d ago6:37

6:37

If you missed it on Tuesday morning on East Coast Breakfast, Carmen Reddy arrived at work hauling a massive 10KG bag of Up To Date Potatoes and then dished out a delicious challenge to the team! From Darren’s beef bourguignon (made by Anna) to Sky’s Clarise’s Ouma’s roast potatoes, Carmen’s lamb curry, and producer WR’s ‘Janika se Aartappeltert’; t…

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‘The Bear’ Season 4, Episodes 4-7: A Contained Dish 1:13:38

22h ago1:13:38

1:13:38

Chris and Andy talk about the lack of a defining show of the summer due to the binge-drop releases of ‘Squid Game’ Season 3 and ‘The Bear’ Season 4 (6:00). Then they talk about Episodes 4-7 of ‘The Bear,’ particularly the standout, Episode 4, which was cowritten by Ayo Edebiri and Lionel Boyce (17:48). Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producer:…

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You Must Also Be Anti-Productive (TPS567) 38:54

1d ago38:54

38:54

Most people are obsessed with doing more, faster. But what if your next big breakthrough depends on doing less or even nothing at all? In this episode, we explore the concept of “anti-productivity”: the intentional act of slowing down to think, rest and create space. You’ll learn why doing nothing isn’t laziness, but a skill, and how to use it to s…

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Gabriel Iglesias: A Joke About His Ideal Woman 2:59

2d ago2:59

2:59

Gabriel Iglesias jokes about his ideal woman in his Netflix special, "The Legend of Fluffy".By Netflix

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Popcorn Barbie Sneakers: What’s your Durban July Racehorse name? 6:48

2d ago6:48

6:48

Durban is buzzing ahead of the Hollywoodbets Durban July! If you missed it on Monday morning on East Coast Breakfast, Darren, Sky, and Carmen were on the hunt for your ultimate racehorse’s name! Here’s the formula: • The last thing you ate • The last movie you watched • The last thing you bought Put them together and that’s your Hollywoodbets Durba…

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Chelsea Handler: A Joke About Not Having Babies 2:03

3d ago2:03

2:03

Chelsea Handler jokes about not having children in her Netflix special, "The Feeling".By Netflix

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Inside The White House: Mary Margaret Olohan on Power, Press, and What You Don’t See 51:59

4d ago51:59

51:59

Working weekends, flights on Air Force One, and jockeying for position to ask press secretary Karoline Leavitt a question in the briefing room is all a part of life as a White House correspondent, according to Mary Margaret Olohan. As a member of the “new media” in the White House, Olohan says the interactions between the corporate media reporters …

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Tracy Morgan: A Joke About Conan O'Brien 2:47

4d ago2:47

2:47

Tracy Morgan jokes about Conan O'Brien in "The Mark Twain Prize For American Humor: Conan O'Brien".By Netflix

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Demetri Martin: A Joke About Pools 1:40

5d ago1:40

1:40

Demetri Martin jokes about pools in his Netflix special, "Deconstructed".By Netflix

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‘The Bear’ Season 4, Episodes 1-3: Let Carmy Cook 58:59

5d ago58:59

58:59

Chris and Andy talk about the news that Denis Villeneuve has been chosen to direct the next James Bond film and what a Bond movie from the acclaimed director might look like (1:00). Then they break down the first three episodes of ‘The Bear’ Season 4 and talk about how, even though the show’s motto is “every second counts,” these episodes spent a l…

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52 | Minute of Intent: The Wake-Up Call I Needed to Ditch Distraction and Be Present on Purpose 6:10

6d ago6:10

6:10

💖 Hey Mama, Have you ever rushed through a bedtime story or felt secretly irritated when your kid asked for “one more hug”? You know these moments matter… but you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and there’s still a mountain of stuff to do. In this short and powerful episode, I’m sharing the emotional wake-up call that shifted everything for me—and how o…

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Michelle Buteau: A Joke About Meeting A Bearded Dragon 8:15

6d ago8:15

8:15

Michelle Buteau jokes about meeting a bearded dragon in her Netflix special, "A Buteau-ful Mind at Radio City Music Hall".By Netflix

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Read Daily, Grow Daily 6:34

7d ago6:34

6:34

The world’s best mentors live on your bookshelf. A steady reading habit fuels creativity, decision-making, and career leverage. Tune in to learn how to carve out reading time, choose books that stick, and transform pages into practice—even if you feel “too busy” to open a cover. Thanks SelectQuote. SelectQuote.com/TPS. Links: Become a member of TPS…

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Rory Scovel: A Joke About Anal 5:16

7d ago5:16

5:16

Rory Scovel jokes about anal in his Netflix specia, "Rory Scovel Tries Standup For The First Time".By Netflix

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Can you hoot like Whitney? KZN drivers take on the iconic snare! 5:14

7d ago5:14

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If you missed it on Wednesday morning on East Coast Breakfast, Darren, Sky, and Carmen threw down a car hooter challenge like no other! Inspired by Whitney Houston’s iconic 1992 hit “I Will Always Love You”, they asked the entire province to time that legendary snare drum… with their hooters! Drivers across the province gave it their best shot, but…

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51 | The Clutter Lie Keeping Moms Stuck—And the 4-Step Plan to Break Free with Organizer Kristina Borseti 27:43

8d ago27:43

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💖 Hey Mama, Have you ever felt stuck in your home—surrounded by clutter and wondering why you just can’t get on top of it? If so, you’re not alone. There’s a common clutter lie many moms believe: that if you can just organize the stuff, the overwhelm will disappear. But here’s the truth—clutter isn’t just about the stuff. It’s about the emotions un…

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Steph Tolev: A Joke About Sex Swings 3:12

8d ago3:12

3:12

Steph Tolev jokes about sex swings in her Netflix speical, "Filth Queen".By Netflix

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Sorisha Naidoo donates 250K and spills the tea on the RHOD reunion 6:30

8d ago6:30

6:30

After sharing the story of Ms Thembele Shangase from Inchanga, whose home was destroyed in the 2022 floods, they committed to rebuilding it this Mandela Day. Businesswoman, philanthropist, actress, wife, mother, and Sibaya Trust Trustee, Sorisha Naidoo, joined East Coast Breakfast live to announce an ENORMOUS donation! Hear what touched her about t…

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The Emmys Need a Refresh. Plus, ‘The Bear’ Season 4 Preview. 1:06:51

8d ago1:06:51

1:06:51

Chris and Andy preview the fourth (and final?) season of ‘The Bear,’ which is premiering this week, and talk about what the show’s legacy might be once this season has concluded (6:21). Then, in honor of the Emmy voting window closing today, they come up with some new categories that might give the awards ceremony a much-needed refresh, like Best N…

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The Simple Tools That Quietly Supercharge Our Productivity (TPS566) 1:04:07

9d ago1:04:07

1:04:07

How do some people stay effortlessly organized and productive, without constantly chasing the latest trends? The secret often lies in simple, overlooked tools that quietly do the heavy lifting. These everyday essentials make a big impact without making a big deal. In this episode, we share the digital and physical tools we rely on every day. They’r…

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Nate Bargatze: A Joke About Visiting Europe 3:27

9d ago3:27

3:27

Nate Bargatze jokes about visiting Europe in his Netflix special, "Your Friend, Nate Bargatze".By Netflix

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Build a home with us this Mandela Day 5:48

9d ago5:48

5:48

Darren, Sky, and Carmen shared the powerful story of Ms. Thembele Shangase from Inchanga, whose home was destroyed in the 2022 floods. Years later, she’s still living in unsafe conditions — and we’ve decided: this Mandela Day, we’re rebuilding her home. But we can’t do it alone! Our team is heading to Inchanga to assess the site — and the size of t…

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Leanne Morgan: A Joke About Vacationining In The Winter 3:53

10d ago3:53

3:53

Leanne Morgan jokes about vacationing in the winter in her Netflix special, "I'm Every Woman".By Netflix

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'No Kings,' No Clue: The Left Screams at the Sky While America Returns to Reality 59:00

11d ago59:00

59:00

Reality is clashing with the narrative elite institutions have pushed on the country for years—and the American people are finally waking up and choosing sanity. Despite what corporate media claimed about the “No Kings” protests reflecting majority sentiment last weekend, the lack of energy and cohesion was clear. Ignore the shouting from all front…

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Todd Barry: A Joke About Rude Behavior 1:35

11d ago1:35

1:35

Todd Barry jokes about rude behavior in his Netflix special, "Spicy Honey".By Netflix

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Luck Hacked: The Texas Lottery Heist 18:30

12d ago18:30

18:30

In the heart of a tech-charged, morally divided Texas, the state’s lottery is rocked by an unprecedented scandal: a shadowy syndicate, powered by AI and startup muscle, manipulates the system to secure a record-breaking $95 million jackpot. At the center of the storm stands Dawn Nettler, a relentless 74-year-old lottery watchdog whose gambler’s int…

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Rhys Nicholson: A Joke About Skype Sex 3:56

12d ago3:56

3:56

Rhys Nicholson jokes about skype sex in his Netflix special, "Live At The Athenaeum".By Netflix

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Keshav Maharaj shared his excitement on historic Proteas win 4:07

12d ago4:07

4:07

Proteas Cricket Keshav Maharaj spoke with Darren, Sky & Carmen on their historic win, the excitement in the changeroom and what this means for the future of SA cricket! WebpageBy East Coast Radio - Catch Up

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‘Mindhunter’ Rumors, ‘100 Foot Wave’ Season 3, and Gail Simmons on the ‘Top Chef’ Finale 1:40:40

12d ago1:40:40

1:40:40

Chris and Andy talk about the trailer for the Bruce Springsteen biopic ‘Deliver Me From Nowhere,’ which was released this week (6:11), and the rumors that we could be getting a third season of ‘Mindhunter’ in the form of three two-hour movies (19:18). Then they talk about the third season of ‘100 Foot Wave’ (26:19) before Andy is joined by ‘Top Che…

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50 | Minute of Intent: A Surprising Airport Identity Clue—Are You a Snack or Max Packer Mom? 3:45

13d ago3:45

3:45

💖 Hey Mama, Ever wonder why certain routines feel easy for you—and others feel overwhelming? Or why you approach planning, organizing, or even motherhood a little differently than other moms? In today’s Minute of Intent, I’m sharing a surprising identity clue I stumbled on while standing in an airport security line (yes—really!). What started with …

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Tom Segura: A Joke About Supermodels 2:40

13d ago2:40

2:40

Tom Segura jokes about supermodels in his Netflix special, "Sledgehammer".By Netflix

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Bet you can't guess which songs are AI... 9:21

13d ago9:21

9:21

Carmen Reddy put Darren and Sky to the test after a viral AI video of a lion in a grocery store fooled thousands online. This time, the challenge was all about music: Can you tell the difference between an AI-generated song and a real one? Carmen played three tracks, and the team had to guess which were real and which were made by AI — with surpris…

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Lock In Your Deep Work Sessions 10:02

14d ago10:02

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Stop gambling with your most important work. In this episode, you’ll learn a simple, proactive system to schedule focused “deep work” blocks before distractions pile up. Discover how to pick the right time, lock it in, and defend it—so progress on big goals becomes inevitable instead of accidental. Go to Zocdoc.com/TPS and download the Zocdoc app t…

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Sheng Wang: A Joke About Costco 1:36

14d ago1:36

1:36

Sheng Wang jokes about Costco in his Netflix special, "Sweet and Juicy".By Netflix

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NO WAY! We totally forgot these things existed - and so did you... 10:07

14d ago10:07

10:07

Carmen received a very peculiar package today. A CD!! Remember those? Well, we totally forgot they existed...along with all these other things you shared with us. Take a listen WebpageBy East Coast Radio - Catch Up

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Gray Markets: Code, Corruption, and the Cost of Cures 25:44

14d ago25:44

25:44

In a near-future America gripped by skyrocketing drug prices and critical shortages, the FDA teeters on the edge of collapse. Janet Woodcroft, the agency’s enigmatic and fiercely pragmatic chief, balances on a razor’s edge—her secret decisions keeping tainted generics flowing from shadowy Indian factories to desperate U.S. patients. But when a whis…

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49 | 9 Decluttering Hacks That Actually Motivate Kids to Clean Up On Purpose 23:49

15d ago23:49

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💖 Hey Mama, Ever feel like you're the only one cleaning while everyone else steps over the mess like it’s invisible? 😩 You're not lazy. You're not doing it wrong. You're just trying to manage it all—and clean-up feels like one more thing on your already full plate. In today’s episode, I’m sharing 9 decluttering hacks that actually motivate your kid…

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Wanda Sykes: A Joke About Reparations 2:09

15d ago2:09

2:09

Wanda Sykes jokes about reparations in her Netflix special "I'm An Entertainer".By Netflix

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Carmen searching for KZN's Sardines with a chopper 6:10

15d ago6:10

6:10

Carmen took to the skies yesterday for an epic helicopter adventure, chasing sardines, spotting whales, and soaking up the breathtaking beauty of Durban’s coastline! Here’s what went down… or should we say, what went up WebpageBy East Coast Radio - Catch Up

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Scott Frank on the Making of ‘Dept. Q.’ Plus, the ‘Top Chef: Destination Canada’ Finale. 1:22:08

15d ago1:22:08

1:22:08

Chris and Andy talk about the finale of ‘Top Chef: Destination Canada’ and their feelings on the season overall (8:19). Then they are joined by ‘Dept. Q’ cocreator Scott Frank to talk about what drew him to the project (36:42) and the dueling roles he held as Scott the director and Scott the writer while making this show (53:54). Hosts: Chris Ryan …

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Habits of Highly Organized People (TPS565) 40:56

16d ago40:56

40:56

Some people make staying organized look effortless, but behind the scenes, it comes down to specific habits anyone can build. In this episode, we reveal the everyday systems, mindsets, and routines that highly organized people use to stay on top of their work and life without the overwhelm. You’ll walk away with simple strategies you can start usin…

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Hannah Gadsby: A Joke About Their Wedding Cake 3:37

16d ago3:37

3:37

Hannah Gadsby jokes about their wedding cake in their Netflix special, "Something Special".By Netflix

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“We’ll Get These Unemployed Youth an Interview Before 9AM – Watch Us!”, East Coast Breakfast Vows 12:51

16d ago12:51

12:51

If you missed it on Youth Day morning on East Coast Breakfast with Darren, Sky, and Carmen, we celebrated young trailblazers from the Department of Social Development’s Youth Development Programme — including Saheel Ajodhaparsadh and Msizi Dlamini, now qualified electricians. Then came a powerful surprise: Samantha Croft, Director of Operations at …

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Blueprints of Tomorrow 13:26

17d ago13:26

13:26

In the near future, humanity faces a crisis that no startup can pivot away from: a catastrophic collapse in global fertility, driven by environmental toxins and mysterious genetic mutations. As sperm counts plummet and hope for the next generation fades, Dr. Sarah Martins da Silva leads a team of brilliant, embattled scientists racing against time—…

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Kevin Hart: A Joke About Group Chats Over 40 3:22

17d ago3:22

3:22

Kevin Hart jokes about group chats over 40 in his Netflix special, "Zero Fucks Given".By Netflix

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Riley Gaines vs. Simone Biles, Musk vs. Trump, and LA vs. America 45:55

18d ago45:55

45:55

The violent anti-immigration enforcement riots that began in Los Angeles over a week ago have led to vandalism, destruction of property, and assaults on law enforcement. But one of the results of the riots its investigators likely did not intend was the creation of common ground between Elon Musk and President Donald Trump after the public fallout …

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Heather McMahan: A Joke About Her Job As A Mother Of A Daughter 2:56

18d ago2:56

2:56

Heather McMahan jokes about her job as a mother of a daughter in her Netflix special, "Son I Never Had".By Netflix

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Jerry Seinfeld:A Joke About The Phrase "It Is What It Is' 1:54

19d ago1:54

1:54

Jerry Seinfeld jokes about the phrase "it is what it is' in his Netflix special, "23 Hours To Kill".By Netflix

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Darren Maule attended the Shaka Ilembe Season 2 premiere 6:22

19d ago6:22

6:22

Darren Maule had the privilege of attending the official premiere of Shaka Ilembe Season 2 - and he rubbed shoulders with the entire cast and crew, and even spoke to the creator himself. Check it out WebpageBy East Coast Radio - Catch Up

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