Best Noah Lawrence Podcasts (2025)

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David Stockman: Trump Is a 'Faker' on the Debt 1:09:16

1d ago1:09:16

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How will we ever get the national debt under control? Just asking questions.The U.S. national debt stands at a staggering $36 trillion. And while President Donald Trump assures us he's a "fiscal hawk," the GOP's latest fiscal plan, dubbed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, is a fiscal time bomb, says today's guest. David Stockman, the director of the …

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Tal Yahalom: A Guitarist's Mirror Image of Tradition 50:47

3d ago50:47

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Today, the Spotlight shines On guitarist and composer Tal Yahalom. Tal has built a reputation in New York's creative music scene for weaving post-bop, classical, and South American influences into a unique sound all his own. On his latest album, Mirror Image, Tal brings together a chamber quintet that puts his guitar in conversation with strings, w…

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The GOP Budget Is Big, Bloated, B.S. 1:17:28

4d ago1:17:28

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This week, editors Peter Suderman, Katherine Mangu-Ward, Nick Gillespie, and Matt Welch critique President Donald Trump's proposed tax legislation and its fiscal irresponsibility, discuss the national deficit and credit rating downgrade, examine the media and political cover-up of former President Joe Biden's cognitive decline, and highlight the br…

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Lawrence Wright: America’s Misadventures in Wars, Cults, and Panics 1:03:45

4d ago1:03:45

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Today's guest is the legendary journalist and New Yorker staffer Lawrence Wright. He is the author of Going Clear: Scientology, Hollywood, and the Prison of Belief; The Looming Tower: Al Qaeda and the Road to 9/11; and The Plague Year: America in the Time of Covid.Wright talks with Reason's Nick Gillespie about The Human Scale, his new novel set in…

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Trump's War on Harvard 1:04:22

4d ago1:04:22

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In this week's The Reason Roundtable, editors Katherine Mangu-Ward, Nick Gillespie, and Matt Welch are joined by The Gist's Mike Pesca to discuss the Trump administration's escalating campaign against Harvard. The conversation explores how government overreach in education threatens civil liberties and stable institutional governance. They also dis…

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Review: ‘The Phoenician Scheme’ 29:44

5d ago29:44

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Film critics Simran Hans and Leila Latif join Robert Bound to review Wes Anderson’s new movie, ‘The Phoenician Scheme’, starring Benicio Del Toro, Mia Threapleton and Michael Cera. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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Donna Pescow "Saturday Night Fever" Encore 44:25

6d ago44:25

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In this unforgettable episode of Still Here Hollywood, Steve Kmetko welcomes Donna Pescow, the beloved actress who shot to fame as Annette in Saturday Night Fever alongside John Travolta and later won hearts in the hit TV series Angie. Donna opens up about her Brooklyn roots, her early days breaking into the business, and the unforgettable moment s…

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C. Bradley Thompson and Jeremiah Johnson: Rise of the 'MAGA Manosphere' 1:01:43

9d ago1:01:43

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Did mainstream conservatives and libertarians lose a generation of young men to the post-liberal, reactionary right?Reason's Nick Gillespie talks with C. Bradley Thompson, author of the Substack newsletter The Redneck Intellectual, and Jeremiah Johnson of the Center for New Liberalism, who wrote the article "Weak Men Create Hard Times: And Weak Men…

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Emily King 55:06

9d ago55:06

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Suzie Explores is a podcast series focussing on the nature of creativity and curiosity. Bringing her unique perspective of the world of music and beyond, Suzie joins forces with a host of luminaries in the creative field to explore what it means to be an inspired human being in this world. Today I’m joined by the wonderful singer-songwriter, Emily …

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Dave Smith and Alex Nowrasteh Debate Immigration 1:44:07

10d ago1:44:07

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Dave Smith and Alex Nowrasteh debate the resolution, "Government restrictions on the immigration of peaceful and healthy people make sense from a libertarian standpoint, especially in present-day America."Comedian and host of the podcast, Part of the Problem, Dave Smith defends the resolution. Taking the negative is Alex Nowrasteh, the Vice Preside…

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Gary Winslett: The American Dream Has Migrated South 1:05:59

10d ago1:05:59

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Middlebury professor Gary Winslett argues the South—not China—poached the Rust Belt’s manufacturing base by out-competing it on policy.SubscribeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@reasonJustAskingQuestions/featuredApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-asking-questions/id1719355507Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5SpySKAH3LuVyxXk0MF7…

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Claire Cope: Orchestrating Stories of Brave Women 46:30

10d ago46:30

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Today, the Spotlight shines On Claire Cope. This British composer crafts music that combines the freedom of jazz with the precision of classical music, drawing inspiration from women whose stories are often overlooked in history books. Caire’s new album Every Journey dropped in March to coincide with International Women's Day. On it, she expanded h…

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Brian Brushwood: Why We Fall for Scams 51:29

11d ago51:29

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"You don't get conned because you're stupid—you get conned because you're human."That's the message of this week's guest, Brian Brushwood. He's an Austin-based magician, podcaster, and professional skeptic. With shows like Scam Nation and The Modern Rogue, he's taught millions of us how to upgrade our B.S. detectors in a world where truth is more u…

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R.I.P George Wendt "Cheers" 31:58

12d ago31:58

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Our friend George Wendt passed away this morning, May 20, 2025. In his honor, we are re-releasing one of his last interviews when he sat down with Steve Kmetko on STILL HERE HOLLYWOOD, This episode was recorded May 11, 2024. Rest in peace George.In one of his final interviews before his passing, beloved Cheers star George Wendt (Norm!) joins Steve …

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Exploring stories after dark with Dan Richards 30:53

12d ago30:53

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We head into the night with Dan Richards, author of the new book ‘Overnight: Journeys, Conversations and Stories After Dark’. Richards celebrates all things nocturnal, from bakers and health workers to wildlife and Moomintrolls. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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Rob Morrow "Northern Exposure" 1:06:50

13d ago1:06:50

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Rob Morrow and Janine Turner Podcast: "Northern Disclosure" Get it wherever you get your podcasts along with Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernDisclosurePodcast Show Credits Host/Producer: Steve Kmetko All things technical: Justin Zangerle Executive Producer: Jim Lichtenstein Music by: Brian Sanyshyn Transcription: Mushtaq Hussain https://s…

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Robert Rosenkranz: How To Use Stoicism To Build a Meaningful Life 51:58

16d ago51:58

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Are you part of the growing stoicism movement? Built on virtue, reason, and self-control, the ancient Roman philosophy is gaining popularity in a world that just seems to get crazier and crazier.Today's guest is a self-described stoic. Robert Rosenkranz is the author of The Stoic Capitalist: Advice for the Exceptionally Ambitious, which takes a dee…

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Noah Smith: I Owe Libertarians an Apology 1:17:20

17d ago1:17:20

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The econ blogger explains why libertarians might have been (kind of) right all along—and why our ideas are more necessary than he thought in the age of Trump.https://reason.com/podcast/2025/05/15/noah-smith-i-owe-libertarians-an-apology/Noah Smith, an economic commentator and Substack writer, once dismissed libertarianism as a relic of the past. Bu…

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Do These Libertarians Regret Voting for Donald Trump? 1:28:01

17d ago1:28:01

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Three libertarians—Dave Smith, J.D. Tuccille, and Liz Wolfe—revisit their reluctant votes for Trump, weighing the promises, chaos, and consequences of his second term so far.https://reason.com/podcast/2025/05/09/do-these-libertarians-regret-voting-for-donald-trump/During the 2024 presidential election, a contingent of libertarians cast strategic, o…

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Mike Scott of The Waterboys: The Ballad of Dennis Hopper 38:38

17d ago38:38

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Today, the Spotlight shines On Mike Scott, founder of The Waterboys. In 2014, Mike stumbled upon Dennis Hopper’s photography in a London gallery and fell into a rabbit hole that led to Life, Death and Dennis Hopper, a bold concept album that tells the story of the Easy Rider star from childhood to beyond the grave. It's a sonic movie with guest tur…

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Richard Dawkins: Why Atheism Is Winning 1:34:06

18d ago1:34:06

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Today's guest is evolutionary biologist and outspoken atheist Richard Dawkins, whom Reason's Nick Gillespie interviewed last fall in Milwaukee as part of his "Final Bow" tour. Gillespie and Dawkins talked about why he believes science can't thrive without freedom, why gender ideology is starting to look a lot like Soviet Lysenkoism, and why some tr…

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What did we learn from DOGE? 1:01:32

20d ago1:01:32

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This week, editors Peter Suderman, Katherine Mangu-Ward, Nick Gillespie, and Matt Welch critique the apparent wind down of Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiative, highlighting its lack of transparency and failure to achieve meaningful spending cuts. They also analyze the GOP's new tax plan, which contradicts promises of f…

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Sunny spring soundtracks: Marlon Williams and Morcheeba 28:57

20d ago28:57

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We create a sunny soundtrack to the coming weeks with the release of two new albums. Kiwi singer Marlon Williams talks about his gorgeous record “Te Whare Tīwekaweka”, his first sung in the Māori language. Plus: we hear from Skye Edwards of the beloved UK band Morcheeba, which is back with its trademark trip-hop on the upcoming album “Escape The Ch…

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Nicole Eggert "Baywatch" 53:31

20d ago53:31

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In this heartfelt episode of Still Here Hollywood with Steve Kmetko, Nicole Eggert, best known for her roles in Baywatch and Charles in Charge, opens up about her career and personal journey. She reflects on her time on Baywatch, the challenges of being labeled and misunderstood in Hollywood, and her decision to step away from the industry. Nicole …

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Billionaire Cliff Asness: Can Technology Outrun 'Stupider and Stupider' Government? 51:56

23d ago51:56

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"I feel fear… because they're somewhat vindictive people. I don't care who you are, having this set of people mad at you is not comfortable." That's today's guest, Cliff Asness, talking about President Donald Trump, his administration, and his supporters. Asness is the outspoken billionaire co-founder of AQR Capital Management. He is also a pioneer…

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Craig Mod: Things Become Things That Last 57:30

24d ago57:30

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Today, the Spotlight shines On Craig Mod, a writer, photographer, and walker who's spent the last 20 years making Japan his home. Random House has just released Things Become Other Things, a walking memoir that traces his 300-mile journey along ancient pilgrimage paths in rural Japan. The book blends sharp prose with striking photography, capturing…

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Steven Pinker: Can Harvard Be Saved? 59:25

25d ago59:25

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Today's guest is Harvard psychologist Steven Pinker. Pinker and Reason's Nick Gillespie discuss recent shifts at Harvard toward greater institutional neutrality and free speech, while warning that threats to academic freedom now come from both internal ideologies and external political forces—including pressure from the federal government under Pre…

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Trump's War on Childhood 1:03:36

27d ago1:03:36

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In this week's The Reason Roundtable, editors Katherine Mangu-Ward, Nick Gillespie, and Matt Welch are joined by Reason reporter Christian Britschgi to discuss President Donald Trump's proposal for a 100 percent tariff on foreign-made films and his broader attacks on cheap consumer goods, arguing that it represents a bipartisan slide into anti-cons…

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London’s finest: Tate Modern turns 25 and Photo London turns 10 30:04

27d ago30:04

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We celebrate two of London’s most esteemed arts institutions. We reflect on the Tate Modern’s immense contribution to the UK’s cultural landscape and Photo London’s effect on photography over the past decade. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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Tim Matheson "Animal House" Encore 56:50

27d ago56:50

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Tim Matheson on Animal House, John Belushi, West Wing, Yellowstone & Meghan MarkleIn this unforgettable episode of Still Here Hollywood, Steve Kmetko sits down with actor-director Tim Matheson, beloved as Otter from the comedy classic Animal House. Matheson shares powerful memories of working with the late John Belushi, reflects on the wild, cocain…

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LAU NOAH 56:18

27d ago56:18

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Suzie Explores is a podcast series focussing on the nature of creativity and curiosity. Bringing her unique perspective of the world of music and beyond, Suzie joins forces with a host of luminaries in the creative field to explore what it means to be an inspired human being in this world. In this episode, I’m joined by the beautiful soul and lumin…

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Should Libertarians Prioritize Their Own Communities? 1:12:23

30d ago1:12:23

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Eric Brakey and Andrew Heaton debate whether libertarians should prioritize building local liberty-focused societies like the Free State Project or focus on reforming the federal government.https://reason.com/podcast/2025/05/02/should-libertarians-prioritize-their-own-communities/Eric Brakey and Andrew Heaton debate the resolution, "Libertarians sh…

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Ross Douthat: Why digital life threatens freedom and family 1:03:33

1M ago1:03:33

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New York Times conservative columnist Ross Douthat warns that digital life may be eroding the cultural foundations needed to sustain meaning, family, and community.SubscribeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@reasonJustAskingQuestions/featuredApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-asking-questions/id1719355507Spotify: https://open.spotify.…

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Tamiko Thiel: part 2 - art at technology's edge 51:58

1M ago51:58

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Today, the Spotlight again shines on media artist Tamiko Thiel, in the second of our two-part conversation. In our first talk, we explored Tamiko's journey from designing the world's first AI supercomputer in the eighties to becoming a pioneering media artist. Today, we dive deeper into her groundbreaking work in virtual reality and other philosoph…

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John Arnold: Government Can’t Be Trusted To Fix Any Problems 51:02

1M ago51:02

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Today's guest is John Arnold—the former Enron wunderkind turned billionaire philanthropist who's determined to hack America's most expensive and least accountable public sector systems in areas such as criminal justice, education, and pensions. (Fun fact: He was once called "the most hated man in pensionland" by Governing magazine due to his reform…

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Trump’s Independent Voter Problem 1:09:51

1M ago1:09:51

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In this week's The Reason Roundtable, editors Peter Suderman, Katherine Mangu-Ward, Nick Gillespie, and Matt Welch discuss how many current political frustrations— with tariffs, executive overreach, and economic stagnation—are vindicating longstanding libertarian critiques, even as the public resists identifying as libertarian. They also explore Ro…

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Zed Nelson’s ‘The Anthropocene Illusion’ 30:43

1M ago30:43

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Photographer Zed Nelson joins us in the studio to talk about his new book, ‘The Anthropocene Illusion’, which meditates on the fractured relationship between humans and nature. Plus: contemporary art in Dakar, Senegal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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Dee Wallace "ET" 1:06:51

1M ago1:06:51

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In this heartwarming and soul-stirring episode of Still Here Hollywood, iconic actress Dee Wallace—forever beloved as the mom from Steven Spielberg’s E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial—opens up to host Steve Kmetko in one of her most emotional and revealing interviews yet. From tearful stories of miracles sparked by E.T. to the raw pain of personal loss an…

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Glenn Greenwald: Americans' Liberties are in Danger 1:28:35

1M ago1:28:35

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Journalist Glenn Greenwald joins the show to discuss due process, immigration enforcement, and the growing tensions between the courts and executive power.SubscribeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@reasonJustAskingQuestions/featuredApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-asking-questions/id1719355507Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/…

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Tamiko Thiel: part 1 - sculpting the electronic brain 57:06

1M ago57:06

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Today, the Spotlight shines On digital media artist Tamiko Thiel. To mark our special milestone of 250 episodes, we are kicking off a two-part conversation with media artist Tamiko Thiel. Tamiko has lived at the crossroads of art and technology for over 40 years. She designed the Connection Machine, the first commercial AI supercomputer that now si…

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Jeffrey Singer: Get Government Out of Health Care 52:04

1M ago52:04

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Jeffrey Singer, a Cato Institute fellow and longtime surgeon, argues that government overreach in health care undermines patient autonomy, which should be the guiding principle in medical decision making. Drawing from historical examples and personal experience, he critiques licensing laws, the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) drug approval mon…

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Why Due Process Matters 1:06:27

1M ago1:06:27

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In this week's The Reason Roundtable, editors Peter Suderman, Katherine Mangu-Ward, Nick Gillespie, and Matt Welch discuss how President Donald Trump is de-prioritizing due process by not adhering to a ruling from the Supreme Court. They also talk about how Harvard University's tax status could be in jeopardy and reflect on the legacy of Pope Franc…

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Spring listening: ‘Heavyweight’ and ‘Studio Radicals’ 30:01

1M ago30:01

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In this podcast special, we hear from two presenters in the wonderful world of audio storytelling. The much-beloved podcast ‘Heavyweight’ involves guests engaging the help of Jonathan Goldstein to answer some unsolved aspect of their past. Ahead of the show’s return at its new home, Pushkin Industries, we catch up with Goldstein to hear about the o…

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Noah Wyle "The Pitt" Encore 46:26

1M ago46:26

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Medical dramas on television have been around pretty much since the advent of the picture tube. There was “Dr. Kildare” in the 60’s. “Marcus Welby, MD” in the 70’s, “St. Elsewhere” was in the 80’s… But starting in the 90’s there was one team of diligent doctors that stitched their way to critical acclaim and 23 emmy awards. It also propelled its ac…

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Michael Beckley: China is Dangerously Weak 1:18:17

1M ago1:18:17

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AEI's Michael Beckley joins the show to discuss China's peaking power, and why that actually makes them more dangerous.SubscribeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@reasonJustAskingQuestions/featuredApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-asking-questions/id1719355507Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5SpySKAH3LuVyxXk0MF7tlText and links…

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Hunter Noack: Grand Piano & Grander Landscapes 45:18

2M ago45:18

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Today, the Spotlight shines On naturalist and classical pianist Hunter Noack. Redefining what a concert hall can be, Hunter Noack hauls a nine-foot Steinway grand piano to mountaintops, forests, and beaches for his series "In a Landscape: Classical Music in the Wild." Hunter grew up in Central Oregon, where his love for music and nature took root. …

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Jason Furman: Why Everyone Is Wrong About the Economy 53:23

2M ago53:23

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Today's guest is Harvard economist Jason Furman, who was one of former President Barack Obama's chief economic advisers and an architect of the Affordable Care Act. These days, he's in the news for his withering critique of former President Joe Biden's dismal economic record and two-fisted attacks on President Donald Trump's trade policy. We talk a…

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Why Trump's China Tariffs Won't Work 1:13:04

2M ago1:13:04

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In this week's The Reason Roundtable, editors Peter Suderman, Nick Gillespie, Matt Welch, and special guest Mary Katharine Ham discuss President Donald Trump's trade war with China. They also talk about the taxes they hate the most—just in time to celebrate Tax Day.4:30—Trump's trade war with China15:36—How will Trump's tariffs affect the U.S. manu…

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New York stories – ‘One to One: John & Yoko’ and Katie Kitamura’s ‘Audition’ 30:02

2M ago30:02

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New York provides the backdrop to two cultural gems. Directed by Kevin Macdonald and Sam Rice-Edwards, documentary ‘One to One: John & Yoko’ follows the former Beatle and the artist as they roam Greenwich Village in the 1970s, pursuing projects, preparing for a charity concert and meeting leftist radicals. We sit down with Rice-Edwards to discuss t…

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Maggie Wheeler "Friends" 57:44

2M ago57:44

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Maggie played the iconic role of Janice, Chandler's on again - off again, girlfriend on "Friends" https://maggiewheeler.net/ Maggies Newest Book https://ebeneezerfindsareason.com/ Maggie on Cameo https://www.cameo.com/search?q=maggie%20wheeler Show Credits Host/Producer: Steve Kmetko All things technical: Justin Zangerle Executive Producer: Jim Lic…

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