Best The Counter Press Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 228: Vancouver beat LAFC and Nobody Seems to Care 1:13:37

6d ago1:13:37

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Daniel and Kirk discuss the 1-0 loss and what has to happen to jumpstart the teamBy An LAFC Podcast

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News Brief: ADL, Corporate Media, Dem Elites Manufature "Antisemitism" Scandal to Discipline Mamdani 38:24

2d ago38:24

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In this News Brief, we break down recent bad faith attacks on Zohran Mamdani, the ADL's DO YOU CONDEMN extortion racket, and the broader "antisemitism scandal" playbook to derail moderate social democratic policies and any meaningful criticism of Israel.

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#182 - Wroblewski, G. (2024). No Wonder AI is “Anti-White”: Keyword Analysis from Media Coverage Using the NOW Corpus. 44:01

4d ago44:01

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Chris interviews Greggory Wroblewski, Associate Professor from Kyushu University. [email protected], [email protected] You can find Gregg's bibliography here: https://hyoka.ofc.kyushu-u.ac.jp/html/100018031_ja.htmlBy [email protected]

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You Were Saved to Be Holy—Not Just to Avoid Hell 15:00

7d ago15:00

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You thought salvation was just about escaping hell… but what if it’s actually about being made holy—completely, deeply, right now? Most Christians are settling for a version of salvation that’s only half the story. They pray the prayer, but still live defeated. Still ruled by sin. Still battling old patterns. But the gospel Peter preached offers so…

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Episode 227: $11 Million Positive Takeaways 1:23:53

9d ago1:23:53

1:23:53

Daniel and Kirk discuss the 1-1 draw against Flamengo and the implications of the CWC performance for JT, Dolo, and the Players.By An LAFC Podcast

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English for UK visitors - Wales 19:06

11d ago19:06

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This week, Jack shares some interesting facts about Wales. This will help you learn about the country and perhaps will inspire you to support the Dragons in Euro 2025.By Jack Radford

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God Crowned You with Glory—But Are You Living Like It? 15:47

14d ago15:47

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Most men have no idea what they were born for... God crowned you with glory and honor—but are you living like it? In this video, we dive into one of the most staggering questions ever asked: “What is man, that You are mindful of him?” (Psalm 8). Why would the Creator of galaxies choose you to rule, lead, protect, and build in His name? This isn’t a…

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Episode 226: #DOLOOUT 1:19:55

15d ago1:19:55

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Daniel and Kirk recap the 1-0 loss to Esperance and call for change in the wake of such an uninspired and embarrassing performance from LAFC.By An LAFC Podcast

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News Brief: Natural Disaster-izing the Deliberate US-Israeli Starvation Campaign in Gaza 29:01

16d ago29:01

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In this News Brief, we are joined by Ashley Bohrer and Ben Teller of Jewish Voice for Peace Chicago to discuss media indifference to the US and Israel-imposed starvation of Palestinians, how sectarianism is central to the ADL's strategy, and why six JVP activists have decided to hunger strike to draw more attention to the Israeli and US-made famine…

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Episode 225: Chelsea look like Chelsea, LAFC look like LAFC 1:13:02

18d ago1:13:02

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All three hosts join on this one to discuss LAFC's showing against Chelsea.By An LAFC Podcast

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News Brief: Pundits Speed-Run 15 Months of Iraq War Propaganda for Iran in Five Day 32:09

18d ago32:09

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In this News Brief, we break down the insta-talking points to sell war with Iran––from Ticking Time Bomb '24' plots to cherry-picked, dubious anecdotes of Iranians supposedly begging for Israeli bombs.

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#181 - Lakeland Conference "Haswell on the Street" 39:06

18d ago39:06

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June means it's time for the Lakeland Conference pod! Chris interviews: - Joshua Ludeman (Lakeland University) - Max Praver (Meijo University) - Ian Roth (Meijo University) - Drian Glyde (Virginia Wesleyan University) - Richard Lee (Kyushu Institute of Technology) - Aaron Hahn (Kyushu University) - Todd Beuckens (Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University…

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The Biblical Way to Renew Your Mind (And Why It Works) 15:36

21d ago15:36

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You've Been Lied To About Your Mind… The thoughts you repeat are physically rewiring your brain—and not always for the better. What if the stress, self-doubt, and spiritual heaviness you carry isn’t just emotional… but neurological—and reversible? In this video, we uncover how the Bible (Romans 12:1-2) and modern neuroscience agree: your mind can b…

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News Brief: US Media, Top Dems Assist Trump and Israel's Unprovoked Attack on Iran 30:21

22d ago30:21

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In this public News Brief, we detail how the NYT, Washington Post, and CNN reinforce every faulty premise of Israel's attack and how top Democrats in Congress and former Harris aides either ignore Trump and Israel's massive escalation or openly support it, showing once again the scope of debate in our politics and media ranges all the way from A to…

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English for travelling fans - Travelling on the Tube 22:55

23d ago22:55

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In this episode, Jack focuses on language for travelling fans. Jack talks about the London Underground and there's a roleplay which features vocabulary related to travelling around London. You can read the transcript and complete the language challenge on the page for this podcast on the Premier Skills English website by visiting Premier League Bri…

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Ep. 223: The Empire Strikes First, Part II — ‘Abundance’ Pablum as Counter to Left Populism 1:25:52

25d ago1:25:52

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“Can Democrats Learn to Dream Big Again?,” wonders Samuel Moyn in the New York Times. “The Democrats Are Finally Landing on a New Buzzword. It’s Actually Compelling,” argues Slate staff writer Henry Grabar. “Do Democrats Need to Learn How to Build?,” asks Benjamin Wallace-Wells in The New Yorker. For the past few months, news and editorial rooms ha…

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Episode 224: LAFC Beat SKC, CWC Awaits 57:09

27d ago57:09

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Daniel and Kirk discuss the match against SKC and how they're looking prior to participating in the CWC.By An LAFC Podcast

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Are You Really Abiding in Christ? John 15 vs. Ezekiel 15 14:59

28d ago14:59

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Most Christians never ask this question—and it could mean their soul. What if your life looked fruitful… but God saw it as worthless? Ezekiel 15 delivers a shocking warning: the vine exists for one purpose—fruit. If it doesn’t bear any, it’s fuel for the fire. God called Judah a choice vine—but their idolatry, injustice, and false hope made them us…

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Ep 222 - The Empire Strikes First Part I: Party Elites Who Lost to Trump (Twice) Blame Everyone But Themselves 1:21:29

1M ago1:21:29

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In Ep. 222, "The Empire Strikes First Part I: Party Elites Who Lost to Trump (Twice) Blame Everyone But Themselves," we detail how our media allows the same party flacks who got the Dems into this mess, control over the narrative of how to get them out. With guest UC-Berkeley professor Jake Grumbach.…

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#180 - Parr, P. (2024). Malcolm Before X. University of Massachusetts Press. 51:20

1M ago51:20

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Chris interviews Patrick Parr from Lakeland University lostincitations.com, [email protected] [email protected]

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Episode 223: LAFC ARE CLUB WORLD CUP BOUND 1:08:44

1M ago1:08:44

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Daniel and Kirk recap the match against Club América, how LAFC pulled it off, and what this means for LAFC both historically and for the rest of the season.By An LAFC Podcast

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The Real Reason the Church Lacks Power Today (And How to Fix It) 14:50

1M ago14:50

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Most Christians want the Spirit’s power—but why do so few talk about a cleansed heart? If you're tired of battling the same sins, tired of a shallow experience of God, this could change everything. What if the Holy Spirit didn't just empower you—but purified you? What if Acts 15:8–9 wasn’t just history—but your invitation? This isn’t about hype, em…

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Episode 221: Anti-Science Mugging on the Right and the Ascent of American Anti-Intellectualism 1:08:10

1M ago1:08:10

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In this episode we detail demagogues' favorite faux populist schtick of taking scientific studies out of context and mocking them, often with help from mainstream media. with guest Brenda Ekwurzel, director of climate science for the Union of Concerned Scientists.

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English for footballers: Tactics - Fluid formations 16:46

1M ago16:46

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In this episode, Jack focuses on language for footballers. This is the fifth of five podcasts that focus on tactics and some advanced football English that you need to talk about tactics and approaches to tactics. You can read the transcript and complete the language challenge on the page for this podcast on the Premier Skills English website by vi…

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How Obedience Turns Fear Into Power 16:07

1M ago16:07

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Most people run from fear. But what if fear is the very path to your breakthrough?This isn’t about hype—it’s about power. Real power. The kind that comes when you stop running and start obeying. Discover the biblical path to boldness and why your fear may be a signal, not a stop sign.You’ll hear the powerful story of Chris Gardner, a man who lost e…

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Episode 222: Out of Patience 56:42

1M ago56:42

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Daniel and Kirk discuss the draw against Galaxy and how the way in which LAFC squandered the lead is a sign that change is desperately needed.By An LAFC Podcast

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News Brief: NPR Asks Starving Palestinian Living On Rubble to Denounce Hamas, Co-Sign His Own Ethnic Cleansing 23:08

1M ago23:08

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In this News Brief, we we break down an object lesson in racist US-Israeli national security state toadyism, double standards, and runaway condescension.

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#179 - Hopkyns, S. & Dovchin, S. (2024). Translanguaging and emotionality of English as a second language (ESL) teachers. International Review of Applied Linguistics in Language Teaching, 62(3) 49:15

2M ago49:15

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Chris interviews Sarah Hopkyns from St. Andrews University. [email protected], [email protected] [email protected]

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English for footballers: Tactics - High press 12:35

2M ago12:35

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In this episode, Jack focuses on language for footballers. This is the fourth of five podcasts that focus on tactics and some advanced football English that you need to talk about tactics and approaches to tactics. You can read the transcript and complete the language challenge on the page for this podcast on the Premier Skills English website by v…

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Saved Through Childbearing? The Truth You Never Heard 15:09

2M ago15:09

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They told you motherhood holds women back... but what if it's your highest calling? Culture says kids are a burden. That motherhood is a trap. That women must chase success in the world to find meaning. But what if everything you’ve been told is upside down? In this powerful video, we dive into one of the Bible’s most controversial and misunderstoo…

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Freedom Without Limits? Why That’s Destroying Your Life 16:11

2M ago16:11

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They say freedom means no limits… but what if that’s the biggest lie you’ve believed? We crave freedom—but without boundaries, chaos takes over. Ever felt like rules just restrict you? What if they were actually the key to peace, security, and real freedom? In this episode, you’ll discover why God’s laws aren’t about control—they’re about love. We’…

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Diane's farewell message 2:07

2M ago2:07

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Diane Rehm started her career at WAMU 52 years ago as a volunteer. In 1979, she began hosting WAMU’s local morning talk show, Kaleidoscope, which was renamed The Diane Rehm Show in 1984. The Diane Rehm Show grew from a local program to one with international reach and a weekly on-air audience of nearly 3 million. In 2016, Diane decided to step away…

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This Week: Liverpool are champions! 21:21

2M ago21:21

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This Week explores some of the biggest stories from the Premier League and the world of football and focuses on the most interesting vocabulary. In this episode, Jack talks about Liverpool, who have just been crowned Premier League champions. You can read the transcript and complete the language challenge on the page for this podcast on the Premier…

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News Brief: Baltimore Uprising 10 Years on: PR Co-option vs Genuine Reform 36:49

2M ago36:49

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In this News Brief we are joined by Taya Graham and Stephen Janis of The Real News Network to discuss their new documentary, "Freddie Gray: A Decade of Struggle" about the lessons, pitfalls and genuine reforms stemming from the 2015 Baltimore Uprisings. You can watch the documentary here: therealnews.com/freddie-gray-the-…ng-10-years-later…

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How to Share Your Faith Without Pressure or Fear 15:26

2M ago15:26

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Most Christians share the same fear—but no one’s talking about it. What if sharing your faith didn’t mean feeling pressure to “close the deal”? What if evangelism could be as simple as planting one powerful thought in someone’s mind... and letting God take it from there? This episode is for every believer who feels overwhelmed by witnessing. We’ll …

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Reflections on 100 days of the Trump administration 41:46

2M ago41:46

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This is Diane’s final episode of On My Mind. She will be moving on from WAMU on May 2, after more than 50 years at the station. So, who better to have as her guest for this last interview than Susan Page? Susan Page and Diane have both traced the comings and goings of Washington for decades, Page at USA Today, Diane in public radio. And they often …

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Episode 220: The Power of Thought-Terminating Bad Guy Labels 1:21:06

2M ago1:21:06

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"American Extremists Aiding Radicals Across Border," trumpeted the Detroit Free Press in 1919. "707 Illegal Aliens Arrested in Checkpoint Crackdown," reported the Los Angeles Times in 1987. "87 Bronx gang members responsible for nine years of murders and drug-dealing charged in largest takedown in NYC history," announced the New York Daily News in …

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#178 - Sifakis, N. (2023). Metacognitive and metalinguistic activities can raise ELF awareness: why and how. Journal of English as a Lingua Franca, 12(1), 43-66. 52:59

2M ago52:59

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Chris interviews Nicos Sifakis from the University of Athens [email protected], [email protected] [email protected]

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Episode 221: 2-2 Draw against St Louis that feels like a win but feels like a loss but feels like a win 1:09:19

2M ago1:09:19

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Daniel and Kirk discuss the draw against St Louis, Denis Bouanga [almost] getting his mojo back, and how Ante's pressers are better than Dolo's.By An LAFC Podcast

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The Great Commission in Your Hands 15:00

2M ago15:00

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Why are churches REALLY dying—and how do we stop it? Most Christians don’t realize the silent epidemic that’s killing the church from the inside. It’s not music style. It’s not politics. And it’s not culture wars. The real reason? We’ve abandoned the mission. In this episode, we uncover how the modern church has traded the Great Commission for comf…

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English for footballers: Tactics - Counter-attacking 15:47

2M ago15:47

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In this episode, Jack focuses on language for footballers. This is the third of five podcasts that focus on tactics and some advanced football English that you need to talk about tactics and approaches to tactics. You can read the transcript and complete the language challenge on the page for this podcast on the Premier Skills English website by vi…

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Rep. Jamie Raskin on countering "MAGA chaos" 31:12

2M ago31:12

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Maryland Congressman Jamie Raskin was first elected to the House in 2016, just as Donald Trump ascended to the presidency for the first time. Since then, few Democrats have worked as aggressively to hold the president accountable for what he sees as violations of law and constitutional order. Raskin led the second impeachment trial of President Tru…

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