We are not a flyover state. We are the heart of America. Small Town Showcase, presented by Missouri Humanities, highlights Missouri’s unique small towns and showcases the bigger picture of what Small Town America really is and why it should not be overlooked, overshadowed, or underappreciated. Tune in to hear the history of these communities and what they have to offer. What did you think of this podcast? Let us know! Take our survey: https://forms.gle/gxGAU6m5U4SYPVar9
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Rounders: A History of Baseball in America examines baseball's journey from a diversion played on the outskirts of small towns to a pastime continually shaping this country's cultural identity. This sport isn't just about a ball-and-stick. It's a snapshot of ourselves, our nation, and our world. Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rounders/subscribe
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Episodes describe stories of missing persons from small town America.
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This is a forum to showcase business owners who are thriving in Small Town America. They will offer candid insights and practical strategies.
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Get off the page with Bob and Alexis: A deeper - but less formal - look at the issues that matter to the people of Newcastle and Weston County. Join the reigning Wyoming Journalist of the Year and a former president of the Wyoming Press Association as they dive deeper into the topics that deserve a little different look.
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Small Town America is a podcast dedicated to the histories, folklore and futures of the communities that deserve more attention in this big-city world. Hosts include Henry Miller, Hannah Mills, and Nick Nolan. New episodes are uploaded every other Friday. Keep up to date with new episodes and links to some of the stories we talk about by following us on facebook. facebook.com/smalltownbigstory
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These are the big stories of small town America that you may not know about, but will find wildly interesting and entertaining.
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A modern mom navigating to realities of parenting, self-care, and social dysfunction in small town America. Giving a small voice to those unique thinkers and finding value in perspectives coming together.
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From the Biloxi, Miss., Sun Herald, host Justin Mitchell talks to military veterans, church leaders, celebrities and others about their LGBTQ experiences in small-town America.
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Hey y'all! Welcome to the RV America Y'all podcast! We're Tom and Stacie Langland, Native Texans and full-time RVers. Join us each week as we explore the Beautiful USA one campground at a time. We'll share RV life, road trip stories, things to see as you travel, small town America, bucket list destinations, interesting folks we meet and more! We're on a mission to experience life, not just live it. And we're bringing you along for the fun!
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Listen to small business leaders in small-town America bring their stories to bear. Find out and learn how these entrepreneurs are shaping America one small town at a time. Your Hosts: Bryan Crawford started his real estate just a few years back and is continuing to grow and nurture that line of work whilepursuring other ventures.Learn more of New Mexico Dream House at https://www.nmdreamhouse.com/ Stephen Mirabal runs his own digital marketing company in Farmington, New Mexico. His dream is ...
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In 2023, Jason Aldean's groundbreaking song and video "Try That In A Small Town" resonated with a resurgence of conservative values in America. The writers of the song, Kurt, Neil, Tully, and Kelley, took the opportunity to launch the Try That In A Small Town Podcast. This platform allows them to reveal the true inspiration behind the song and discuss the importance of common-sense values. With a lineup of influential guests, the hosts will entertain you with the stories behind their music, ...
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Nightmare Next Door is a true crime show that peels back the peaceful facade of small town America and exposes the dark secrets hidden behind its white-washed picket fences. Nightmare Next Door, the official Nightmare Next Door podcast from ID, dives into each real life murder mystery through first person accounts and unfolds the darkness amidst the colorful backdrop of the town and the characters that live there. Stream full episodes of Nightmare Next Door on discovery+. Go to discoveryplus ...
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Let's talk about Small Business in a small town and all the challenges and lessons we can apply to the hustle of running a small business. Join Molly Blair as she explores topics about running a small business and looks at ways you can apply those to another business environment or your personal life! We will explore topics such as leadership, advertising and what we can learn from a $7 bar of soap! Donate Today at: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=W7T5FL6MCLQNJ
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Ameriqueer interviews queer people in rural spaces. We amplify queer voices and speak with people on the frontlines of the culture wars to get a better understanding of the struggles and joys of guests from and in queer small town America. The hosts grew up in small town America and hope to engage an audience that hasn’t been catered to- providing access, education, ampliphication and visibility. AmeriQueer is here!
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Good news for rural America. Join me on a quest to unlock the secrets of a thriving community.
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Small Town Tea is a podcast where Amy Mari spills the tea on all things small-town from Rhode Island and beyond. Trust us, it’s not just clam cakes and Del’s lemonade! With a comedic twist and a whole lot of sass, Amy and her guests explore the unique stories and quirks of small-town living all across America. But Small Town Tea isn’t just about entertainment. We also examine the challenges facing small towns today and offer practical solutions that could make a real difference. Whether it’s ...
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Huevo & Joe discuss about their daily life and what life is like in small town America. They will have guest where they will touch on topics that all men go through friendship, marriage, parenting, sports, and just all about life.
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Middle of Everywhere shares big stories from the small places we call home. Rich with examples of tribalism and kinship, skepticism and idealism, defeat and triumph, we tell stories of life in rural and small town America. Hosts Ariel Lavery, a transient American who has settled in small town Murray, Kentucky, and Austin Carter (Featured on Seasons 1 & 2), a Murray and rural life native, take the pulse of an overlooked geographic news region. They provide a connection for those who have left ...
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Main Street Moxie: Stories from small-town founders and entrepreneurs told by students and faculty at Franklin College
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Hear stories from the builders, dreamers, adventurers, and founders that knit communities together with businesses big and small. Whether it's a corner shop, a B2B agency, a nonprofit, or a high-powered startup on the rise, you'll hear about the ideas, the journeys, the challenges, and the victories from real people who make our small towns special. Periodic special editions will focus on student entrepreneurs at Franklin College and surrounding schools, as well as other programs around Indi ...
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The Mississippi River has cut a deep path through the heart of America for thousands of years, but how well do we really know the river beyond Huck Finn and headline-grabbing floods? In this podcast, Dean Klinkenberg wades into stories about the characters and places from the big river’s past and present.
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ABOUT: Entrepreneurs are born out of a desire to fix, to innovate, to act. Conor Delaney, founder and CEO of Good Life Companies, a financial services company supporting independent financial advisors, is entrepreneurial in all he does. Bold, authentic, and unabashed in his beliefs, he has persevered in health, family, and business by thinking independently. In this series, Conor is joined by guests from the financial services industry as well as entrepreneurs, wellness gurus, community lead ...
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Heggs Radio is a platform for everyone to have a place to express and share their life stories and experiences with the world in a safe and understanding environment. It is our mission to help everyone gain direction and find tools to help navigate through life. There are no exclusions on Heggs Radio. You're never too old, or to young to share your experiences with the world. Whether you're from small town America or from the big city lights, you have a voice here -- and we want to hear your ...
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The Mulvane United Methodist Church invites you to spend a few minutes each week to live in and be one with our small town theology. Nothing more than a short walk with God’s abundance and love for one another; and if you find yourself traveling through middle America, Mulvane, Kansas then feel free to stop in and hear this Sunday’s sermon in person.
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The secret of Lewes Delaware is not its beauty, history, or location, but the people who call it home. Join host Kevin McGuiness as he interviews the men and women who have helped shape the character, culture, and charm of what’s been called the best little town in America. If you’re just curious about the fascinating people who live next door or, more globally, how one small city is using its collective creativity, variety, and courage to build hope for the future, our show is for you. And, ...
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The Civics series at Town Hall shines a light on the shifting issues, movements, and policies, that affect our society, both locally and globally. These events pose questions and ideas, big and small, that have the power to inform and impact our lives. Whether it be constitutional research from a scholar, a new take on history, or the birth of a movement, it's all about educating and empowering.
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Two hundred and twelve residents of a small town tell their stories without fear of recrimination or ridicule. The only difference is that they're all dead! The two hundred and forty-four poems that form the Spoon River Anthology by Edgar Lee Masters is really a series of epitaphs about the citizens of a fictional town called Spoon River and deals with the “plain and simple annals” of small town America. Edgar Lee Masters grew up in a small town in Illinois. His father's financial problems f ...
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Hear the stories of the musicians , songwriters and artist in the small towns and communities of America. The stories are rich in the authentic sounds that make American music.
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Small town sermons on the Gospel, God's law, and the power of Grace. Eric Damon is pastor of Grace Lutheran in Manorville, PA and Emmanuel Heilman in Ford City, PA. Both are member churches of the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America). These are Sunday sermons
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Fascinating conversations with today's most engaging authors. On each episode, we sit down with an acclaimed author for an in-depth chat about their latest work, the creative process, and the stories behind the stories. With its broad range of titles and topics, Books & Looks is your ticket to literary discovery. Join the conversation and find your next great read, with new episodes weekly. Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
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Discover the untold stories hidden in your own backyard with Hometown History. We bring to life the forgotten events and local legends that never made it into the textbooks. Each episode uncovers the mysteries and pivotal moments that shaped small towns across the nation. Join us as we delve deep into the past to reveal the history you didn't know existed. Let's explore the hidden chapters of history, one hometown at a time.
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The show with the biggest facts about the smallest towns. Small Town Radio is two New York City comedians, Maxim Allen and Connor Kwiecien, talking about small towns around the world, but mostly in America right now. Connor and Maxim, with their witty banter, talk about interesting history, weird geography, and hilarious celebrations that take place in areas that are often overlooked. With more people than ever flocking to cities, it’s nice to remember how hypocritical two podcast hosts can ...
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Hear KUOW and NPR award-winning hosts and reporters from around the globe present some of the nation's best reporting of the day's events, interviews, analysis and reviews.
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Conversations on education, lifestyle, personal development, and freedom — all in ardent pursuit of a life well lived.
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Two guys just talking about our two favorite passions, Baseball and Barbecue
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The rise of glamping and short-term rentals has created a golden opportunity, but there are a ton of hurdles to navigate. We grill elite operators in the space to arm you with all the knowledge you need ----- “I've been a loyal listener to your podcast, and it’s been a game-changer. The insights have been incredibly valuable" - Remo Kommnick, Owner of Doah House
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In small towns and big, law enforcement across America starts their day with morning briefing. Welcome to The Briefing Room, where Identical twin detectives Dan and Dave take you behind closed doors to explore the complex relationship between law enforcement and the communities they're sworn to serve. Interviews you'll hear nowhere else. True crime meets real life. From the team that brought you Small Town Dicks. Hosted on Acast. See https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
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From Texas Tech University, we bring you Fearless. It’s a podcast that features the untold stories of the school we love so dearly. Fearless is produced by the Texas Tech Office of Communications & Marketing. It’s hosted by Taylor Peters, with special help from Allison Hirth.
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Emmy Winner, International Acclaimed Journalist, Executive Producer, Food & Travel Lover, and Creator of the Beloved show “Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives” David Page takes us deep into the world of chefs, restaurateurs, and everything “foodie” from the nationally and internationally awarded to the locally loved on Culinary Characters Unlocked. New episode every Tuesday.
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Do you ever listen to a true crime podcast and think, “that’s not quite right…?” Same. Crime stories are hard to ignore and even harder to forget. But the thing is... they’re stories. And getting a story right is all about how you tell it. Truer Crime talks about real people— murdered, missing, misled — with more nuance, more context, and more questions. Hosted by Celisia Stanton. Season 2 out now!
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Renewal is happening in small-town churches. Many of Jesus' followers across rural regions are uncovering exciting possibilities as they explore creative and practical approaches to loving their neighbors. This new podcast from Fresh Expressions will introduce you to ministry leaders serving in rural contexts to provide examples and inspiration for being the Church and addressing the needs unique to your community.
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Horrors, hauntings and mysteries! A collection of scary stories that will have you on the edge of your seat. If you’re a fan of all things spooky, creepy, and thrilling, this is the podcast for you. Want more darkly curious content? Join the Rogue Detecting Society on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/heartstartspounding) for ad-free listening, exclusive bonus content and more! Follow @heartstartspounding on: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@heartstartspounding/) // TikTok (https://www.tikto ...
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Travel can do amazing things: broaden horizons, build relationships, and rejuvenate the soul. But often, those experiences come at a cost. This is Peak Travel, a new podcast from WHYY about how travel shapes communities in hot-spots around the world. We’ll share the wonder that comes with exploring new places, as well as the harm that our worst travel habits can cause. And we’ll try to figure out how we can do it better. Each episode transports you to a new destination. You’ll meet the peopl ...
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My mom was one of a kind, a true gift to her children and grandchildren. She was born and raised in the heart of America, a small farming town in North Dakota. From her college days in California, to her service as a WAVE in World War II, she carried her beauty and grace with intelligence and a heart of gold. These letters were given back to her after her mom died and were in a drawer…until now. This is a snapshot of a life well lived, ordinary observations at an extraordinary time in our co ...
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The Rural Scoop will bring new ideas, innovative curriculum, and current rural school issues to the table and will highlight what is working in rural communities with guests that are teachers, administrators and educational professionals. Come get the Scoop!
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Our Americana is a podcast that explores unique small towns across America and examines the stories that impact, cultivate, and challenge community. New episodes coming in August 2023.
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Hosted by Whitney Terrell and V.V. Ganeshananthan, fiction/non/fiction interprets current events through the lens of literature, and features conversations with writers of all stripes, from novelists and poets to journalists and essayists.
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Join filmmakers Matt Damon and John Krasinski as they discuss their new drama "Promised Land." Directed by Van Sant, the film follows ace corporate salesman (Damon) who is sent to a rural town with his partner (Frances McDormand) to close a key deal in his company’s expansion plans. What seems like an easy job becomes complicated by numerous roadblocks, including a grassroots campaign led by a well-meaning farmer (Krasinski). Promised Land explores America at the crossroads, where big busine ...
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Author of Homestand: Small Town Baseball and the Fight for the Soul of America, Will Bardenwerper and Founder of Nate's Smokehouse BBQ Blends, Nate Corbitt
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1:48:43Episode 291 features Will Bardenwerper, author of Homestand: Small Town Baseball and the Fight for the Soul of America and Nate Corbitt, founder of Nate's Smokehouse BBQ Blends Will Bardenwerper has contributed to The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Harper's Magazine. He served as an Airborne Ranger-qualified infantry officer in Iraq and w…
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Drag artists are getting attacked. This safety handbook aims to help
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2:26A group of drag queens from across the country and their supporters are releasing a handbook to help performers navigate a landscape of increasing threats of harassment and violence.By Chloe Veltman
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Businesses and trading partners are in limbo after a pair of federal court rulings
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4:41Imports to the U.S. fell sharply last month, as President Trump's worldwide tariffs took effect. But the future of those tariffs is in question after a pair of federal court rulings this week.By Scott Horsley
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Hamas says it sent its response to U.S. ceasefire proposal
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5:25Hamas has responded to a U.S. ceasefire proposal in Gaza that includes the release of around half of its remaining living hostages.By Hadeel Al-Shalchi
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Mexico holds first-of-its-kind nationwide judicial elections
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4:52Mexico is set to elect its judges by popular vote — a move that critics warn could undermine judicial independence and empower organized crime.By Eyder Peralta
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What's it like to anchor NPR live special coverage?
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9:00What's it like to anchor NPR live special coverage? Two seasoned NPR hosts discuss.By Noah Caldwell
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Pete Hegseth discusses U.S. policy towards China at Singapore security conference
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2:29Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth signaled that the U.S. will reorient its policy towards "deterring aggression by communist China."By Anthony Kuhn
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In the poetry collection 'Fierce Delight,' Emily Bright documents early motherhood
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5:27A new collection of poetry from Emily Bright explores the early days of motherhood.By Avery Keatley
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It's Time To Disco With Author, David Krell and We Talk Saucy with Big Dog Sauce Company Cofounder, Dan Lloyd
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2:01:58Hang up the disco ball, put on the bell-bottom pants, tube tops, halter tops, leisure suits, and platform shoes as we step back in time to 1978 with author, David Krell and then come back to 2025 as we chat with the cofounder of Big Dog Sauce Company, Dan Lloyd. David Krell is an author, baseball historian, and a reoccurring guest. His latest work …
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Worth playing for? An NPR producer recreates 'Survivor' with friends every year
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5:42After All Things Considered producer Mia Venkat became a fan of Survivor, she and her friend group play their own version every year.By Mia Venkat
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The Trump administration is at war with higher education. They've cut more than a billion dollars in research grants.By Danielle Kurtzleben
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Supreme Court hands Trump a temporary win on humanitarian program's end
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3:49The Supreme Court handed President Trump a temporary win, permitting the administration to prematurely end a humanitarian program that had granted two-year legal status to half a million people.By Nina Totenberg
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They've tracked Americans' drug use for decades. Trump and RFK Jr. fired them
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3:12The team of statisticians and scientists at the National Survey on Drug Use and Health are all out of jobs. Researchers who use the data say it's an important tool for understanding behavioral health.By Rhitu Chatterjee
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Trump pardons drug kingpins even as he expands the U.S. drug war
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4:11During his first and second terms, President Trump has promised tough action against drug gangs. He has also pardoned numerous drug offenders, including traffickers and gang leaders considered major kingpins.By Brian Mann
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Meet Hannah, the oldest living pigmy hippo in managed care
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4:24Hannah Shirley has became the oldest living pigmy hippo in managed care ever in the world. Before her posh life at the Ramona Wildlife Center in San Diego, she was living in a backyard in California.By Gurjit Kaur
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TACO isn't just a food. It's also shorthand for tariffs' effect on financial markets
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5:06When you think "taco," you probably think tasty treat. But TACO is now acronym for financial market fluctuations due to tariffs: Trump Always Chickens Out.By Mary Louise Kelly
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British health system embraces liquid biopsy cancer testing
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2:44The National Health Service in England is rolling out blood tests for lung cancer screening.By Yuki Noguchi
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To vote for the GOP megabill, Wisconsin's Ron Johnson says he wants big spending cuts
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3:38The massive bill Republicans are working to pass to enact the core of President Trump's agenda is on its way to the Senate. A group of GOP lawmakers have expressed concerns over the size of spending.By Anya van Wagtendonk
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Here's the science behind the COVID vaccine in pregnancy
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3:06Existing evidence on the safety and efficacy of getting a COVID vaccine in pregnancy all points the same way: the shot is important for maternal and fetal health.By Jackie Fortier
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How Trump officials are getting tripped up explaining Jeffrey Epstein's death
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4:46Deputy Director Dan Bongino openly disputed official reports that sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein died by suicide. But recently he changed his tune.By Lisa Hagen
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Trump heads to Pennsylvania to celebrate steel deal
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3:51President Trump is on his way to Pittsburgh where he plans to celebrate a multi-billion dollar deal between the iconic American company, U.S. Steel, and it's Japanese rival Nippon Steel.By Franco Ordoñez
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The Trump administration's report on kids' health cites made-up scientific studies
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4:22The Make America Healthy Again team's recent report on children's health appears to have misinterpreted evidence and falsified citations, according to NOTUS reporters including Margaret Manto.By Jordan-Marie Smith
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Why Mexico is going to pick all its judges through elections
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5:03On Sunday, Mexicans will elect around 2,600 judges — from local magistrates all the way to members of the Supreme Court as the first step in a constitutional overhaul.By Jeffrey Pierre
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Insurance companies using aerial imagery to determine if they'll renew home coverage
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3:54As insurance companies expand the use of satellites and drones to determine if they'll continue to cover homes in Texas, complaints for non-renewals and policy cancellations are growing quickly.By Audrey McGlinchy
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Musician and producer Rick Derringer of 'Hang On Sloopy' dies at 77
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2:23Musician, producer and song writer Rick Derringer died Monday at 77. He was known for the song "Hang On Sloopy" and won a grammy for the parody "Eat It" that he produced for "Wierd Al" Yankovic.By Kabir Bhatia
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164: Nursing Through the Ages, Part 1: The Dark Origins of Nursing
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18:42Long before starched whites and stethoscopes, nursing grew out of medieval convents, overcrowded workhouses, and disease-ridden wards where desperate women labored with little training and even less respect. In this debut episode, we trace caregiving’s shift from a humble act of charity to a grim last-resort job for society’s most marginalized—sett…
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U.S.-backed food distribution plan is a 'weaponization of aid' in Gaza, UN says
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3:49The new rollout of Israel's U.S.-backed food distribution plan has been greatly flawed and stirring chaos and desperation in Gaza.By Hadeel Al-Shalchi
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A gazillionaire becomes conflicted in Wes Anderson's 'The Phoenician Scheme'
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4:12Wes Anderson's latest comedy The Phoenician Scheme stars Benicio del Toro, Scarlett Johansson, Michael Cera and Bill Murray.By Bob Mondello
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Trump administration's vaccines announcements have many health experts alarmed
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3:46Public health experts worry the flurry of steps by the Trump administration about vaccines is undermining public access and confidence in vaccines.By Rob Stein
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Supreme Court limits environmental reviews of infrastructure projects
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4:06By Nina Totenberg
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The hunt for a microbial marvel that can help with the planet's biggest issues
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5:07What if the solutions to some of Earth's biggest problems could be found in some of its smallest creatures? That bet has led a team of researchers to places both remote and — lately — rather familiar.By Ari Daniel
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Elon Musk has left the government. What's next for DOGE?
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5:15Elon Musk says he is leaving the federal government behind after making controversial cuts now at the center of lawsuits. But he says the work of DOGE will continue.By Stephen Fowler
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Officials blame climate change for glacier collapse that destroyed Swiss town
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2:42A collapsing glacier roared down a mountainside in the Swiss Alps on Wednesday. It wiped out one village in its path.The destruction it caused surprised officials who blamed climate change.By Eleanor Beardsley
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'It girl' golfer remembered, decades after her death
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3:54She was called the IT girl of women's golf in the Great Gatsby era. Miriam Burns won the 1927 Women's Amateur championship. She retired fromcompetitive golf in 1930 when she was 26, died at 47 and was laid to rest in an unmarked Kansas city grave. That all changes on May 30th when a headstone will be placed on her grave during a memorial service th…
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This week in science: hawks hunting, infrared contacts and immunity through the day
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7:39Berly McCoy and Regina Barber of Short Wave talk about a hawk's clever hunting strategy, contacts that allow wearers to see infrared light, and how immunity varies during the day.By Regina G. Barber
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In Oregon, two birds of a different feather flock together
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3:44In Portland, Ore., two distinct species of geese have paired up and laid eggs. It's not completely unheard of for a Canada goose and a white-fronted goose to mate -- but it's unusual.By April Ehrlich
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Israeli writer Etgar Keret reflects on writing during difficult times
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8:00NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with writer Etgar Keret about his new book, Autocorrect. Many of the short stories were written before the war began, but he says they've taken on new meaning since then.By Tinbete Ermyas
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Rubio's move to revoke Chinese students visas sparks condemnation
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3:56The U.S. will "aggressively" revoke visas from Chinese students and enhance scrutiny for future applicants, according to Secretary of State Marco Rubio.By Emily Feng
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A small, family-run wine business took on the U.S. executive branch and won
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6:48A second federal court has blocked President Trump's authority to unilaterally impose tariffs. We speak with the plaintiff in the first case, a wine company that took on the executive branch and won.By Tyler Bartlam
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How the brain turns an experience into an emotion
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4:00A study offers a glimpse of how the brain turns experience into emotion. In mice and humans, puffs of air to the eye caused persistent changes in brain activity, suggesting an emotional response.By Jon Hamilton
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Episode 39 — Governor Gaslight Floods the Zone
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1:13:57We take you off the page to discuss Governor Mark Gordon's motives in cutting Weston County Clerk Becky Hadlock loose without any consequences for mishandling the 2024 general election. We walk you through the arguments presented in the findings of Wyoming's chief executive, and expose the level of media manipulation utilized in the release of the …
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Drag artists are getting attacked. This safety handbook aims to help.
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2:23As Pride Month approaches, a group of drag artists and their allies are releasing guidelines to help performers navigate a landscape of online harassment and physical violence.By Chloe Veltman
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S8, Ep. 35: Paul Elie on Art, Faith, and Sex in 1980s America–and the New Pope
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49:17Nonfiction writer Paul Elie joins co-hosts Whitney Terrell and V.V. Ganeshananthan to discuss his new book The Last Supper: Art, Faith, Sex, and Controversy in the 1980s and Pope Leo XIV. Elie compares the new pope to John Paul II, whose conservative views shaped the 1980s. He explains how and why ’80s artists like Andy Warhol, U2, and Bob Dylan pr…
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A reality check about L.A.'s wildfire cleanup
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4:51LA Mayor Karen Bass says her city is recovering faster than after any other wildfire in modern California history. But experts caution against cleaning up too fast given the risks of toxic debris.By Kirk Siegler
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What to know about this year's wild NBA playoffs
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3:58The NBA playoffs have been wild this year. There have been six 20-point comeback victories. That's the most in almost 30 years. The New York Knicks have three of those wins.By Becky Sullivan
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U.S. and Israel are at odds with the UN over new aid program for Gaza
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3:23The U.N. Security Council meets on Gaza, as the U.S. backs a new aid group and dismisses concerns by the U.N. that aid is being "politicized."By Michele Kelemen
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The depletion of the federal workforce is putting America's farms at risk
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4:13There are growing concerns that President Trump's depletion of the federal workforce is putting America's farms at risk, which could lead to higher food prices and hurdles for farm exports.By Andrea Hsu
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Volunteering and service to others could help with the loneliness epidemic
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8:16As part of our series on community and service, called Here to Help, Mary Louise Kelly speaks to former U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy about the benefits of volunteering.By Matt Ozug
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New York kidnapping underscores rise in crypto 'wrench attacks'
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3:42NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Jeff John Roberts, finance and crypto editor at Fortune magazine, about the increase in so-called "wrench attacks" on cryptocurrency holders.By Michelle Aslam
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Inside a Louisiana factory making torpedo bats that have become all the rage
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3:53Torpedo baseball bats hit it big when the Yankees set a new team record with nine home runs in one game earlier this season. We visit a factory in Louisiana to see what makes them so special.By Alana Schreiber
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