Best Rick Barker Podcasts (2025)

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Adam Hurrey, Elliot Steel, Gail Emms, Ivo Graham 59:48

2h ago59:48

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Journalist, author and podcaster Adam Hurrey, former GB badminton player Gail Emms, and comedians Elliot Steel and Ivo Graham join Gordon Smart for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round, the t…

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The Meaning of Pope Francis 1:24:24

2d ago1:24:24

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The passing of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025 marked not just the end of a papacy but the end of an era in global politics. The moment in which Francis spoke before Congress a decade ago and identified Thomas Merton, Dorothy Day, and Martin Luther King as models of Christian moral witness feels like another universe — far from the cruel, cramped, s…

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Brad Ricks on Exploring the Intersection of Horror and Action in Fiction 42:41

4d ago42:41

42:41

In this episode of the Killer Pros, Tanner interviews author Brad Ricks about his new series, 'The Night Crew.' They discuss the intricacies of blending horror with action thriller elements, the evolution of writing styles, and the challenges of creating authentic and engaging stories. Brad shares insights into his writing process, character develo…

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Guvna B, Jake Wood, Josh James, Kate Mason 1:02:20

6d ago1:02:20

1:02:20

Rapper and author Guvna B, EastEnders Actor Jake Wood, broadcaster Kate Mason, and comedian Josh James join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round, the top two points scorers g…

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The Madness of Trump’s Tariffs (w/ John Ganz) [TEASER] 4:50

12d ago4:50

4:50

Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy Speaking in the Rose Garden on April 2, or as he called it, "Liberation Day," President Trump unveiled his plans to impose a new minimum tariff on nearly every country in the world, along with country-specific "reciprocal" tariffs for those nations Trump deemed t…

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Alex Gray, Jim White, Justin Moorhouse, Susie McCabe 1:01:00

14d ago1:01:00

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BBC Gladiator Alex Gray, sports journalist Jim White, and comedians Justin Moorhouse and Susie McCabe join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round, the top two points scorers go…

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UNLOCKED: How the Pandemic Changed Everything (w/ David Wallace-Wells) 1:49:58

20d ago1:49:58

1:49:58

In response to several requests from our (wonderful) Patreon subscribers, we're unlocking this episode from behind the paywall. Consider subscribing at Patreon.com/KnowYourEnemy to never miss an episode. March 2025 marked five years since the formal start of the pandemic in the United States, when the federal government declared the arrival and spr…

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"The In Ear Empire" | Featuring the Family at Dark Matter Audio 40:18

19d ago40:18

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Send us a text Rate and Review this podcast If you gained any insight, it would mean the world to me in helping this channel, empower, inspire, and entertain millions worldwide. Subscribe to my website for all the latest updates In this exclusive episode of The VIP Voice, host Manny Cabo dives deep into the world of pro audio, in-ear monitors (IEMs…

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Bob Mills, Holly Hamilton, Luke Moore, Martin Kelner 1:03:23

21d ago1:03:23

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Sports presenter Holly Hamilton, journalist Luke Moore, journalist and presenter Martin Kelner, and comedian Bob Mills join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round, the top two …

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Plot Twists & Navigating Publishing Choices 19:41

26d ago19:41

19:41

In this episode I discusses updates on my upcoming mystery book 'Fools & Corpses' and details on setting up a home studio for audiobooks. I also reflects on the challenges of deciding between Amazon's KU and Kobo Select for distribution. In the meat of the episode, I take a look at different types of plot twists in storytelling, focusing the import…

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How the Pandemic Changed Everything (w/ David Wallace-Wells) [TEASER] 4:55

28d ago4:55

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy This month marked five years since the formal start of the pandemic in the United States in March 2020, when the federal government declared the arrival and spread of the novel coronavirus to be a national emergency. The official Covid death toll in the United St…

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Dougie Anderson, Katie Smith, Steffan Powell, Tez Ilyas 1:01:29

28d ago1:01:29

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Broadcaster Dougie Anderson, sports reporter Katie Smith, presenter Steffan Powell, and comedian Tez Ilyas join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round, the top two points score…

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Becoming Elon Musk, Part Two 2:01:16

1M ago2:01:16

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If there's ever been a Know Your Enemy subject worthy of two episodes, it is Elon Musk—currently the world's richest man, CEO and leader of several pathbreaking companies, ringleader of the Department of Government Efficiency, and (for now) Donald Trump's co-president. In other words, to understand what's happening in the United States during the s…

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From Military To A Hollywood Voice | Featuring Actor & Director Roberto Sanchez 38:52

1M ago38:52

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Send us a text In this electrifying episode of The VIP Voice Podcast, host Manny Cabo sits down with actor Roberto Sanchez, diving deep into his inspiring journey from military service to Hollywood stardom. From his first audition to landing emotionally charged roles, Roberto shares the realities of acting, the power of preparation, and how persona…

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Artist Branding & Coaching Superstars feat. Wendy Parr 26:08

1M ago26:08

26:08

Wendy Parr is a holistic vocal coach with 20 years of experience working with big name artists, and she's won a Grammy for her songwriting work. Many music industry vets hail Wendy as ‘The Artist’s Secret Weapon’. Wendy Parr's Blueprint Course. 🚀 Spotify Growth Machine Course 🏆 Hire us to run your ads 🌍 Best website / store / funnels for music arti…

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TikTok Expert Exposes The Algorithm feat. Taran Gray 30:03

1M ago30:03

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In this video Taran Gray and I talk about how artists can make money from music without relying on streams, and how to capitalize on the TikTok algorithm. Taran is a TikTok content specialist managing content for Yamaha and other popular brands, and he runs a content marketing agency called Social Play Digital. 🚀 Spotify Growth Machine Course 🏆 Hir…

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Fearless Truth & Unfiltered Voice with Sky Corbin 18:16

1M ago18:16

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Send us a text all right VIPs, get ready for a raw, unfiltered, and power-packed conversation that challenges the norm and sparks real dialogue! In this episode, I sit down with Sky Corban, a self-proclaimed "freelance truth teller" who’s unapologetically carving out his space in a world where voices are often silenced. Whether you agree with him o…

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Becoming Elon Musk, Part One 1:22:30

1M ago1:22:30

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If there's ever been a Know Your Enemy subject worthy of two episodes, it is Elon Musk—currently the world's richest man, CEO and leader of several pathbreaking companies, ringleader of the Department of Government Efficiency, and (for now) Donald Trump's co-president. In other words, to understand what's happening in the United States during the s…

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Taylor Swift's Former Manager Rips Apart My Band's Instagram - feat. Rick Barker 37:05

1M ago37:05

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In this video Rick Barker (Taylor Swift's former manager) rips apart my band's Instagram, and shows me how to automate fan growth on Instagram. Get lifetime access to Instachamp Platinum here. 🚀 Spotify Growth Machine Course 🏆 Hire us to run your ads 🌍 Best website / store / funnels for music artists (get your 14-day FREE trial!) 👥 Fan Growth Machi…

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Making Money From Presets and Sample Packs feat. Agent Method 1:20:04

2M ago1:20:04

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In this video I chat with Agent Method about being a professional sound designer and composer, getting paid to make presets, sample packs and more. Links from Agent Method - ChatGPT4 Contract Guru Serum Survival Pack More Info 🚀 Spotify Growth Machine Course 🏆 Hire us to run your ads 🌍 Best website / store / funnels for music artists (get your 14-d…

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From Elective to Icon | How Oscar Torre Mastered Acting & Directing 37:11

2M ago37:11

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Send us a text In this episode of The VIP Voice, I sit down with the incredibly talented Oscar Torre—an actor and director whose career spans major productions like The Hangover Part III, The Haves and the Have Nots, Gaslit, and his directorial works Just a Man and a Woman and his latest creation, A Summer Night Movie. From Accidental Actor to Accl…

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"Exit From Within" (August 2022) 20:42

2M ago20:42

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Here's something a little creepy. In a bonus episode from August 2022, Matt and Sam were discussing Sam's profile of Arizona Senate hopeful and Peter Thiel-protégé Blake Masters when we found ourselves imagining how a future union of MAGA nationalism and Silicon Valley libertarianism might try to run the government. A listener flagged it for us, no…

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How Bad Is It? [TEASER] 4:27

2M ago4:27

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy Just over a month into Trump's second term, Matt and Sam offer their thoughts on where we're at—and, to be blunt, the assessment is fairly depressing. They take stock of the troubling truth that Pete Hegseth's confirmation reveals about Trump's hold over the Repu…

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iMotions, Affectiva and Neuromarketing with Peter Hartzbech 29:56

2M ago29:56

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This episode features Peter Hartzbech of iMotions, who discusses the company's biosensor software platform for studying human behavior. Key points: iMotions provides a software platform that uses biosensors like eye tracking, galvanic skin response, EEG, voice analysis, and facial expression analysis to study human behavior in both academic and com…

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Pay Attention! (w/ Chris Hayes) 1:01:37

2M ago1:01:37

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We're all anxious, and none of us can pay attention. We don't read long books anymore; our kids don't read at all. When we watch TV, we scroll at the same time. And we absolutely cannot be alone with ourselves. These are the symptoms of a modern malaise that is everywhere diagnosed but rarely treated with the dire seriousness it deserves: an epocha…

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Mastering Lead Generation | Overcoming Limiting Beliefs & The Mindset for Millions | Featuring Lauren Tickner 27:18

2M ago27:18

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Send us a text In this power-packed episode of The Vip Voice, I sit down with Lauren Tickner, a millionaire entrepreneur who mastered the art of lead generation, personal branding, and business growth. Lauren first made waves in the fitness industry, inspiring thousands to take control of their health before transitioning into the business world. S…

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Overcoming Writer's Block and Managing Stress 22:19

3M ago22:19

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In this episode of Killer Prose, Tanner discusses strategies for dealing with writer's block and managing stress. He offers personal insights into his own practices for de-stressing and staying focused, such as prioritizing workouts and meditation, observing the world for inspiration, and experimenting with his writing process. Tanner also provides…

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MAGA x DOGE, So Far (w/ John Ganz) [TEASER] 2:11

3M ago2:11

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy The first three weeks of Donald Trump's second administration have seen a flurry of vicious executive orders aimed at the federal workforce, trans people, government agencies, and others—all while Elon Musk and his deranged band of young sociopaths, otherwise kno…

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Ayn Rand Against the World (w/ Jennifer Burns) 2:00:31

3M ago2:00:31

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An atheist, a radical for capitalism, a caricature of a greedy libertarian, a best-selling novelist, a difficult partner and passionate lover, and the self-proclaimed greatest philosopher since Aristotle: Ayn Rand was many things, and we talk about almost all of them in this epic episode. To do so, we called upon historian Jennifer Burns, whose int…

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How Republics End (w/ Mike Duncan) [TEASER] 2:36

3M ago2:36

2:36

Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy A stock rhetorical trope on the right is to invoke ancient Rome when talking about American decline—often making direct comparisons between the Goth invaders and contemporary immigrants, obsessing over homosexuality and Rome's fall, and more. If their understandi…

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The Entrepreneurial Ethic & How We Work Today (w/ Erik Baker) 1:36:26

3M ago1:36:26

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This is a fascinating episode that takes up thinkers that the podcast has covered before—the Koch brothers, Austrian economists like Ludwig von Mises and Friedrich Hayek, and others—but from a different angle: that of the entrepreneurial work ethic. Historian Erik Baker's superb book on the topic, Make Your Own Job: How the Entrepreneurial Work Eth…

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J.D. Barker on Co-authoring, Career Insights, and Publishing Trends 40:45

3M ago40:45

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In this episode of Killer Prose, I interview J.D. Barker, an international and New York Times bestselling author known for titles like 'The Fourth Monkey,' 'Dracul,' and his upcoming novel, 'We Don't Talk About Emma.' J.D. discusses his new book, his co-authoring process, and his unique deal with Simon & Schuster. He shares insights into his writin…

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Episode 16 - Peter Rafelson (Songwriter For Madonna) 24:23

3M ago24:23

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Peter Rafelson's music career spans four decades of being a songwriter, producer, studio owner and more. Penning Madonna's "Open Your Heart" served as the entrypoint to mainstream success, and he's since gone on to host recording sessions for the likes of Taylor Swift and Beyonce. I had a chat with Peter about his career, how his biggest hit was ma…

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UNLOCKED: Are Progressives to Blame for Urban Disorder? (w/ Hayes Davenport) 56:24

4M ago56:24

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A bunch of you requested that we un-paywall this recent bonus episode, which features some highly practical insights for organizers, volunteers, and public servants. So we have! (All the other bonus episodes are good too; please subscribe.) — Right wing movements thrive by cultivating fears of disorder. Conservatives depict blue cities as sites of …

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Cruise Industry Insider: Making Waves with Lisa Lutoff-Perlo 27:45

4M ago27:45

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In the latest episode of the Brainfluence podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, then Vice Chairman of External Affairs at Royal Caribbean Group and former CEO of Celebrity Cruises. Since then, Lutoff-Perlo became Chairwoman of the Board of the Hornblower Group and serves on the Board of Directors for AutoNation, AHC Gr…

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Are Progressives to Blame for Urban Disorder? (w/ Hayes Davenport) [Teaser] 3:59

4M ago3:59

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy Right wing movements thrive by cultivating fears of disorder. Conservatives depict blue cities as sites of rampant crime, chaos, and iniquity. And often enough, it is progressives — with their overdeveloped empathy and concern for the poor and criminalized — who …

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New Beginnings: Ditching the Pen Name and Setting Goals for 2025 14:02

4M ago14:02

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In this episode of the Killer Prose Podcast, host Tanner Rutledge wishes listeners a happy New Year and invites them to share their upcoming projects for 2025. Tanner discusses his decision to merge his mystery and horror writings under his own name, eliminating the need for a pen name to reduce marketing expenses. He reflects on the professional c…

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Women vs. The System (w/ Dorothy Fortenberry) 1:07:32

4M ago1:07:32

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Back in October, before the 2024 election, we had on our friend—and brilliant screenwriter and playwright—Dorothy Fortenberry to talk about gender and the presidential campaign. Amid all the postmortems and Democratic soul searching, we wanted to have Dorothy back on to revisit some of those questions, starting with the difficulties women face in r…

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Trump 2.0 and the Courts (w/ the 5-4 podcast) 1:05:00

4M ago1:05:00

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It's been a while since we've had our friends from the 5-4 podcast on KYE, and we thought there was no better time to do so than the weeks before Donald Trump is inaugurated, again, as president. As listeners might guess, we wanted to talk to them about what opportunities Trump might have during his second term to reshape the federal judiciary—and …

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Friends Round Friday... with Bill Bailey, Mel Giedroyc and Harry Hill! 28:37

4M ago28:37

28:37

We say goodbye to Friends Round Friday, with a hilarious trio, a huge trombone and a leaf blower!By BBC Radio 2

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Episode 15 - Damizza (Former Program Director at Power 106) 28:40

5M ago28:40

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Though hiphop went mainstream in the 90s, it wasn't until the early 2000s that gangsta rap dominated all other sub-genres and effectively monopolized the landscape. This was in no small part due to support from radio stations like Power 106 in LA and Hot97 in New York. Damion "Damizza" Young had influence over both and was the Senior Director of Pr…

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Reagan, the Movie (w/ Jesse Brenneman) [Teaser] 4:11

5M ago4:11

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy We wanted to offer something of a palette cleanser for our subscribers, so we decided to watch the recent movie, Reagan, with our intrepid producer, Jesse Brenneman. Even better, it's based on the 2006 book, The Crusader: Ronald Reagan and the Fall of Communism, …

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Friends Round Friday... with Jack Whitehall, Diane Morgan and Lloyd Griffith 28:08

5M ago28:08

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There’s talk of proper sausages… salt and vinegar crisps… and being ghosted by Paul Heaton!By BBC Radio 2

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Cassandra O’Sullivan Sachar on Finding Balance and Writing Craft 1:38:13

5M ago1:38:13

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In this episode of Killer Prose Podcast, Tanner is joined by Cassandra O’Sullivan Sachar, an accomplished writer and associate English professor in Pennsylvania. With her work featured in over forty creative publications, including The Horror Zine, Wyldblood Magazine, and Tales from the Moonlit Path, Cassandra brings a wealth of experience to the t…

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Friends Round Friday... with Michael Fassbender, Susan Wokoma and Trevor Noah 27:56

5M ago27:56

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There's talk of Cheaters, MI5 and... do you make your bed?By BBC Radio 2

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Organizing in Rural America (w/ Luke Mayville) 1:07:51

5M ago1:07:51

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This is a conversation we've wanted to have for a while, and it seemed like there was no better time than now, as many people on the broad center-left are asking tough questions about Donald Trump's strength in rural America—according to one post-election analysis, he won 62 percent of rural voters. To unpack what's happening in these parts of the …

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