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The Brookings Podcast on Economic Activity connects you to cutting edge economic policy research and the renowned economists who create it. On each episode, the Brookings Papers on Economic Activity editors introduce new BPEA research and present a conversation between the author and a Brookings scholar to bridge the divide between economic theory and practical policy solutions.
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Think Ahead

London Business School

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How can you navigate the now and be prepared for what’s next? Listen in each month as we convene a panel of London Business School thought leaders and distinguished guests to debate and discuss a hot topic in the business world and beyond. Fresh perspectives on what matters most, brought to you by Think at London Business School.
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Solving America's Problems

Jerremy Alexander Newsome & Dave Conley

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Solving America’s Problems isn’t just a podcast—it’s a journey. Co-host Jerremy Newsome, a successful entrepreneur and educator, is pursuing his lifelong dream of running for president. Along the way, he and co-host Dave Conley bring together experts, advocates, and everyday Americans to explore the real, actionable solutions our country needs. With dynamic formats—one-on-one interviews, panel discussions, and more—we cut through the noise of divisive rhetoric to uncover practical ideas that ...
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Hosted by Rick from DALY Computers (www.daly.com), the Technology Pulse podcast takes a look at new and existing technologies that will benefit the SLED (state/local government, education) sector in Maryland and Virginia. Episodes will feature guests from innovative product/service providers, the DALY team, and strategic partners.
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People I (Mostly) Admire

Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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Freakonomics co-author Steve Levitt tracks down other high achievers for surprising, revealing conversations about their lives and obsessions. Join Levitt as he goes through the most interesting midlife crisis you’ve ever heard — and learn how a renegade sheriff is transforming Chicago's jail, how a biologist is finding the secrets of evolution in the Arctic tundra, and how a trivia champion memorized 160,000 flashcards. To get every show in the Freakonomics Radio Network without ads and a m ...
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TechTank

Brookings Institution

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TechTank is a biweekly podcast from The Brookings Institution exploring the most consequential technology issues of our time. From artificial intelligence and racial bias in algorithms, to Big Tech, the future of work, and the digital divide, TechTank takes abstract ideas and makes them accessible. Moderators Dr. Nicol Turner Lee and Darrell West speak with leading technology experts and policymakers to share new data, ideas, and policy solutions to address the challenges of our new digital ...
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In Reality

New Thinking

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“In Reality” debunks fake news and elevates the innovative researchers, entrepreneurs, journalists and policymakers who are fighting back against toxic misinformation. Co-hosts Joan Donovan, research director of the Harvard Kennedy School’s Shorenstein Center on Media and Public Policy, and Eric Schurenberg, an award-winning journalist and former CEO of Fast Company, engage guests in enlightening conversations about solutions to this scourge and the path back to a shared reality.
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The John Batchelor Show is a hard news-analysis radio program on current events, world history, global politics and natural sciences. Based in New York City for two decades, the show has travelled widely to report, from the Middle East to the South Caucasus to the Arabian Peninsula and East Asia.
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Parenting Teens Got You Stressed? 🎙️ Dr. Cam—The Teen Translator—Has Answers! Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam is the go-to podcast for parents who are ready to get real about raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell—adolescent psychologist, certified parenting coach, and mom of a teen—this podcast is all about honest conversations that dive deep into the challenges parents face and providing actionable solutions that actually work. Dr. Cam doesn’t just talk theories—she shares real-life ins ...
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Rising Tides

Ishana Wokhlu

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"Rising Tides" delves into the intersection of environmental issues and social justice. In this podcast, I speak with activists, scientists, policymakers, and community leaders at the forefront of the movement for a fair and sustainable world. From the impacts of climate change on marginalized communities to innovative solutions and policy changes, this podcast sheds light on the struggles and triumphs in the quest for environmental justice.
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Do you sometimes despair about how divided our nation has become? Are you struggling to understand how things got this way, and why? Would you like to join others in working towards solutions? If you said yes, join host Anthony Flaccavento for “Two Worlds, One Country: Understanding and Overcoming the Rural/Urban Divide”. He is joined by many of the leading doers and thinkers from across the country and they dive into the causes of the divide and explore how to overcome it.
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How Do We Fix It?

DaviesContent

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From politics to the personal, we're about bridging rigid partisan divides and listening with respect to different points of view. Our podcast is hosted by longtime journalist Richard Davies. We challenge authors, experts and provocateurs in a search for positive, practical ideas. Guests include David Blankenhorn, Mónica Guzmán, Dr. Francis Collins, and other leaders and members of Braver Angels. “How Do We Fix It?" - a repair manual for the real world. Produced by DaviesContent. Hosted on A ...
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Pod Save the People

Crooked Media

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On Pod Save The People, host DeRay Mckesson explores social justice, culture, politics – and the various ways they all collide – with cohosts Myles E. Johnson and Sharhonda Bossier. Each Tuesday, the crew digs into the current events driving the political discourse – bringing cultural context, actionable insights, and a hot take or two – to help empower listeners to engage as thoughtful members of their communities…and their group chats. Alongside special guests, the show uplifts overlooked ...
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The Gen X/Z Exchange

Chris and Lily Perkins

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You might be wondering why you aren’t happier, where your career is going, or feeling adrift without a clear sense of direction. You’re asking, “How do I figure out what I’m even supposed to be doing?” If you feel that familiar knot of confusion, dissatisfaction, or just plain stuckness, you've just found your kindred spirits. This is The Gen X/Z Exchange. Where a Gen X dad and his Gen Z daughter bridge the generational divide to tackle modern life’s biggest headaches. These aren't just your ...
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Bill Myers Inspires

Inspired Choices Network

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Today we are facing some of the greatest challenges of our lives, from our health, to political unrest, the environment, financial uncertainty and the nation’s racial divide. Every Friday at 3pm EST, join teacher, minister and life coach Bill Myers as he and his guests take a deep dive into the issues that impact our world and with an eye to exploring solutions! Bill Myers Inspires encourages listeners to look within themselves and take decisive action to make a positive difference. https:// ...
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Building for Digital Equity Podcast

Institute for Local Self-Reliance

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The Building for Digital Equity Podcast features interviews with people working toward digital equity - where everyone is able to take advantage of the Internet. We will explore solutions and share lessons learned by people doing the work, primarily through interviews at events where these people gather to share experiences and learn from each other.
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UNWEIRD™

KAMA Keep America Moving Ahead, LLC™

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The UNWEIRD Podcast on Libsyn: Breaking Divisive Narratives, Building Unified Solutions Welcome to The UNWEIRD Podcast, where we're creating space for meaningful discussions that embrace differing opinions and uncover solutions that unite, rather than divide. Hosted by Wayne Connor, Executive VP of KAMA Media Hub, and Karl J. Connor, Founder of KAMA and cohost, this podcast is more than a platform—it's a evolution for real progress. Each episode explores the social, policy, and legislative c ...
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Coup Save America is a weekly talk show hosted by Sean St. Heart that plants the mental seeds of social change by inciting a politically progressive (peaceful) coup of knowledgeable citizens to challenge the status quo. Each episode focuses on a specific issue, featuring expert guests and interviews with the people who are most affected by the problems in our country. The show uses a sociological approach to raise awareness, ponder solutions, and consider the various perspectives. Coup Save ...
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Divi is creating the world's first closed-loop, vertically-integrated cryptocurrency ecosystem. Much like Apple's ecosystem is anchored by iCloud, the Divi Project blockchain serves as the core of the Divi network of technologies. Thanks to a keen understanding of the divide that separates the mainstream from the crypto world, the Divi team is able to create solutions to the industry's biggest problem: adoption by non-technical users. Divi's user-friendly, one-click solutions aim to bring bl ...
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Welcome to Simplify Your Relationships, where we explore the power of our thoughts in shaping the way we connect with others and ourselves. In each episode, we dive into how our beliefs and fears—often unseen—impact our relationships, and how shifting our mindset can lead to greater clarity, peace, and understanding. By understanding that our thoughts are powerful and create our reality, we can begin to overcome the fears that hold us back. Join us as we uncover practical insights and tools ...
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Laws of Notion

The Institute for Science & Policy

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Science was revolutionized by Newton's laws of motion. But how can we revolutionize our ideas? Laws of Notion is a podcast by the Institute for Science & Policy at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, where we push against our preconceived beliefs and think critically about the world around us. Each season, we'll tell a story about an issue facing a community, where there are no easy answers. Listen to explore the interconnections between science, policy, and our human nature.
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Listening for Clues

On the Journey with Jon & Lauren

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Listening for Clues invites you into conversations that discover clues, rather than solutions to life’s problems. Join the journey on Good News! with Deacons Jon Shematek and Lauren Welch, as we hear from amazing guests who are making a real difference in the world, and invite you to do so as well. Visit us at listeningforclues.com or send a message to [email protected]
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Across Divides

Across Divides

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Across Divides explores the key issues impacting communities on the island of Ireland, focusing on cooperation, connection, and mutual understanding. In Season 3 we speak with young people about what peace means to them over a quarter of a century since the signing of the Good Friday Agreement. The issues faced by young people today are complex and interconnected. They include challenges with climate change and mental health, employment and inclusion. Youth work provides platforms and forums ...
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Are you longing to find answers to the deeper issues of life? Join James, a pastor, counselor, and university professor with over 30 years of experience. Hear James as he tackles some of life's biggest questions and helps us find God's solutions to life's struggles. Learn the power of living by God's grace and for His glory. Experience the joy of forgiveness and freedom found in Jesus Christ alone. If you are on a search for freedom, you will love being part of this conversation. Subscribe, ...
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Round-table Discussions; Life, Love, Politics and PR

Life, Love Politics and PR with Katherine Parker

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We have a troubled world facing divides on several fronts. From abortion to freedoms surrounding speech we see things being used to divide us. In this podcast we will center around possible solutions to these issues, and we will also discuss how mental health plays a very large role in each topic we discuss. Join us for our Round-table Discussions each week with KD-Public Relations, where we will be discussing life, love, politics and PR. We look forward to meeting you!
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Bold Unedited Discussions on Psychology, Philosophy, Therapy, and Change. Entertaining and informative talks explore psychology and philosophy with a variety of guests including authors, doctors, healers, professors, therapists, scientists and more. We delve into everything from modern therapeutic techniques to ancient wisdom practices, offering practical and unique approaches to living a vibrant life. Host Paul Krauss, MA LPC, draws on his unique background – from a rural motel childhood to ...
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Common Sense Christian

Rick Bloodworth

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Common sense solutions for the Christian living in the real world. The focus is on obtaining the proper balance between the physical and the spiritual. In other words, God has placed us as physical beings in a physical world, but with an eternal soul. Finding the right balance will help us to become the type of servant that God wants us to be and by doing so, make our lives more fulfilling and enjoyable as we continue our journey to Heaven.
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“Talent hits a target no one else can hit; Genius hits a target no one else can see” - A. Schopenhauer The podcast is a pseudo-variety show entailing my visions, objective analysis of events, and providing solutions. All Glory be to God. I will host, create and produce the podcast. The scope of the podcast is to provoke thought, provide insight and entertain listeners. Some episodes will deal with very serious topics, while others will be profoundly humorous. Enjoy the trip with me. Thanks f ...
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Beyond the Expected

Stony Brook University

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SBU leaders and personalities host guests whose stories exemplify the diversity of our community and thought, and the global impact of our scholarship. Brought to you by the University's Office of Marketing and Communications, “Beyond the Expected” offers compelling interviews and insightful perspectives from members of the Stony Brook University community and beyond who are deeply committed to contributing their time, talent and solutions to the most pressing issues in the communities where ...
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O’neal Lajuwomi

O’neal Lajuwomi

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O’neal Lajuwomi is an accomplished Energy & Engineering Manager with a passion for driving sustainable solutions. With over 20 years of professional experience in the Energy sector, including Power, Oil & Gas, Oneal Lajuwomi has been instrumental in implementing innovative and environmentally friendly practices. As the recipient of the 2018 British Council Alumni Award for entrepreneurship in Sub Saharan Africa, Oneal Omatseye Lajuwomi’s dedication to making a positive impact is recognized o ...
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SOCAP’s Moving at the Speed of Innovation Podcast series is a special series designed to address the different issues, perspectives and strategies on how innovation is shaping the customer care industry. Hear from subject matter experts and industry leaders as they discuss game-changing ideas, technologies and solutions that are advancing the customer care industry and challenging companies to stay ahead of the innovation curve.
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Murphology Podcast

Murphology Podcast

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The podcast about biking experiences from bicyclists who have pedaled to amazing places within the United States. Each week we will get to know new people and explore great destinations to ride your bike. As you listen to the great adventures cyclists share you may wonder, why haven’t I done that yet?
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Via Voices

Brooke Roberts

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This is Via Voices, the podcast that brings you insights from the champions of international education. I’m your host Brooke Roberts, and together, we’ll uncover the stories behind impactful global learning experiences and the professionals who make them possible.
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The ETF Investor

Nerina Visser, CFA

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The ETF Investor – brought to you by the ETF Specialists, ETFSA. Through this podcast series we bring you insight and understanding of ETFs (Exchange Traded Funds), clarity on how to best use it in any type of investment portfolio, technical details of what happens inside the ETF, and practical advice on how to choose ETFs for your investment wants and needs.
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The Abundant Woman Collective Podcast, Christian Women, Know God, Read The Bible, Renew Your Mind

Samantha Semans, Christian Mentor, Bible Teacher, Bible Study, Speaker

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Are you ready to ditch the Christian checklist and trade it in for a daily, intimate relationship with Jesus? Do you wish to fall in love with the Word of God and understand how to apply it to your life? Are you ready to see yourself the way that He sees you and become confident in who He says you are? In this podcast. you will find practical solutions to help you connect with Jesus, walk out your faith, and create a relationship with Jesus that will be a constant in your life. This podcast ...
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This season of the KinectEd Podcast themed, Racism is a Public Health Crisis, sponsored by BlueCross BlueShield Minnesota, brings together a powerful lineup of guests, offering a multifaceted exploration of how racism intersects with public health. Listeners can expect to hear from a diverse range of voices, each providing unique perspectives on the systemic challenges and opportunities for change in healthcare and beyond. Some of the notable guests this season include Dr. Reggie Edwards, th ...
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Dmytruk explains why elections in Ukraine are currently impossible, arguing that Ukraine lacks political freedoms, a functioning political field, and basic stability. He also dismisses speculation about figures like former top general Valery Zaluzhny, saying that simply replacing one figure with another would only continue the conflict…
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As the conflict in Ukraine drags on, criticism is mounting over the United Kingdom’s role as one of the most hardline, pro-war actors in Europe. This report examines claims that London has positioned itself as the chief sponsor of a failing proxy war, backing figures like former Ukrainian army chief Valery Zaluzhny while rejecting diplomatic soluti…
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American cops are sent into chaos with almost zero real defensive-tactics training—some departments give recruits 8 hours total before handing them a gun. 13-year vet Sgt. Jordan Morris pulls zero punches: the job is broken, the culture is adversarial, and the fix is staring everyone in the face is jiu-jitsu plus real funding. Jerremy Alexander New…
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Pick a controversial topic. Whether it’s immigration, race, climate change, the role of religion, or the economy, many of our assumptions that we view as completely reasonable can seem whacky or wrong to others. This may well include very smart, thoughtful people, who’ve had very different life experiences than our own. Our guest for this episode i…
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This week on Lumumba's Africa, Professor PLO Lumumba analyses digital frontier sweeping the continent: Artificial Intelligence. AI is not merely a neutral tool of progress, but a profound force that carries both the seed of Africa’s great leap forward and the potential for its deepest neocolonial entanglement.…
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SHOW 12-18-25 THE SHOW BEGINS IN DOUBTS ABOUT THE POTUS AT YEAR'S END... 1951 BALD EAGLE ALASKA CRUNCH EU SUMMIT DISCUSSES USING FROZEN RUSSIAN ASSETS FOR UKRAINE Colleague Anatol Lieven. The European Union is internally divided over seizing frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's war effort and reconstruction, a move requiring rule changes that so…
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CONGRESSIONAL SPENDING AND THE REVERSE MIDAS TOUCH Colleagues Dave Hebert and Peter Earle. Hebert and Earle argue that Congressional spending exacerbates problems in education and healthcare by subsidizing demand while restricting supply through regulations. They contend politicians prefer "showy" supply-side interventions, like drug busts, over ef…
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EUROPE SCROUNGES FOR FUNDS AMID RUSSIAN ASSET DISPUTES Colleague Michael Bernstam. The UK threatens to seize proceeds from the sale of Chelsea FC for Ukraine aid, while the EU struggles to finance a $135 billion shortfall for Kyiv. European leaders propose leveraging frozen Russian assets for loans, but financial markets remain skeptical of the EU'…
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INVESTING IN HUMAN INTELLECT OVER ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE Colleague Dr. Sabayashi Pal. Given an unlimited budget, Dr. Pal would prioritize human resource development over new telescopes, proposing a space study institute in Africa to train experts. He argues that while AI is a useful tool, education is essential for humans to interpret data and app…
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DISCOVERY OF GIANT RADIO GALAXIES AND SUPERMASSIVE BLACK HOLES Colleague Dr. Sabayashi Pal. Astronomers have discovered 53 giant radio galaxies, some 75 times larger than the Milky Way, powered by active supermassive black holes emitting radio jets. These ancient objects offer insights into galactic evolution, contrasting sharply with the Milky Way…
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THE GRACCHI BROTHERS AND THE RISE OF POLITICAL VIOLENCE IN ROME Colleague Professor Edward J. Watts. The Gracchi brothers introduced political violence to Rome, with Tiberius using populism to revive his career and Gaius acting as a true believer in reform. Their assassinations by the Senate marked a departure from peaceful republican norms, as the…
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ROME VS. CARTHAGE: DESTINY, TRAGEDY, AND THE CONSENSUS FOR WAR Colleague Professor Edward J. Watts. The conflict between Rome and Carthage is symbolized by the tragedy of Dido, representing the incompatibility of their powers. Despite Hannibal's devastating victories, the Roman Republic prevailed through a political system that prioritized consensu…
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APPIUS CLAUDIUS CAECUS: INFRASTRUCTURE AND POLITICAL GENIUS Colleague Professor Edward J. Watts. Appius Claudius Caecus transformed the Roman censorship office into a power base by building the Appian Way and appointing wealthy Italians to the Senate. As a blind elder statesman, he shamed the Senate into rejecting peace with Pyrrhus, insisting Rome…
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ROMAN KINGSHIP: FROM CITIZEN SELECTION TO THE IDEAL OF SERVICE Colleague Professor Edward J. Watts. Early Roman kings were selected by citizens based on merit rather than heredity, but figures like Servius Tullius began bypassing this consent. Conversely, Cincinnatus exemplifies the Roman ideal of service; he accepted absolute dictatorial power to …
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ARGENTINA'S CREDIT RATING RISES AS BRAZIL FACES POLITICAL POLARIZATION Colleague Professor Evan Ellis. S&P upgraded Argentina's credit rating following Javier Milei's austerity measures, which have stabilized the currency and reduced inflation despite social costs. In Brazil, the reduction of Jair Bolsonaro's prison sentence and his son Flavio's ca…
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ELECTIONS IN CHILE, PERU, AND HONDURAS SIGNAL REGIONAL SHIFTS Colleague Professor Evan Ellis. In Chile, José Antonio Kast's rise reflects a rejection of progressive policies and crime, favoring order and investment. Meanwhile, Peru faces political fragmentation and violence, Honduras struggles with electoral disputes, and Costa Rica appears poised …
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VENEZUELA'S TRAGIC DECLINE FROM PROSPERITY TO AUTHORITARIANISM Colleague Professor Evan Ellis. Historical imagery reveals Venezuela's transformation from a prosperous, modern nation in the 1950s to a ruined state today. Deep inequality and corruption in the pre-Chavez era alienated the poor, allowing Hugo Chavez to capitalize on their frustration a…
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CHINA'S SURREPTITIOUS SUPPORT KEEPS THE MADURO REGIME AFLOAT Colleague Professor Evan Ellis. China sustains the Maduro regime through loans, surveillance technology, and military equipment while bypassing sanctions to import Venezuelan oil. The state oil company, PDVSA, collapsed due to the purging of technical experts and lack of investment, forci…
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SPAIN'S GOVERNMENT MAINTAINS TIES WITH VENEZUELA DESPITE OPPOSITION Colleague Mary Anastasia O'Grady. The Spanish government under Pedro Sanchez maintains ideological and economic alliances with the Maduro regime, prioritizing political agendas over democratic ideals. Opposition figure Cayetana Alvarez de Toledo accuses former Prime Minister Zapate…
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CALIFORNIA JOB LOSSES AND CHINA'S ECONOMIC SLOWDOWN AMID RETAIL SEASON Colleague Chris Riegel. California's new wage mandates have triggered significant job losses in the fast-food sector, forcing operators to move to lower-tax states. Internationally, while China boasts of leads in AI and EVs, these sectors rely on unsustainable subsidies, masking…
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NATO AND EU SEEK DEFENSE FUNDS AMID FEARS OF RUSSIAN AGGRESSION Colleague Anatol Lieven. European nations like Finland are demanding funds to counter perceived Russian threats, despite a lack of historical aggression toward them. Lieven argues that plans to spend billions on tanks are misguided, as the Ukraine war demonstrates that expensive armor …
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CRUNCH EU SUMMIT DISCUSSES USING FROZEN RUSSIAN ASSETS FOR UKRAINE Colleague Anatol Lieven. The European Union is internally divided over seizing frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's war effort and reconstruction, a move requiring rule changes that some members resist. While the US proposes using these funds for post-war rebuilding, current plan…
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PREVIEW Guest: Michael Bernstam Summary: Michael Bernstam analyzes declining oil prices, noting a global glut that has pushed prices under $60 per barrel. He explains that because Russia loses roughly $2.7 billion for every $10 price drop and sells at a deep discount, current revenues are insufficient to sustain its budget or war effort. 1914…
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PREVIEW Guest: Professor Evan Ellis Summary: Professor Ellis discusses Venezuela's tragic fall from 1950s oil wealth to current dysfunction, attributing it to the "resource curse" and corruption. He explains how Hugo Chavezappealed to the forgotten poor to dismantle free markets and establish a criminal state involved in drug trafficking and illega…
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PREVIEW Guest: Anatol Lieven Summary: Anatol Lieven critiques NATO defense spending, arguing that while Germany prioritizes tanks to support its auto industry, effective defense against Russia requires cheaper solutions like drones and mines. He warns that expensive armored vehicles may prove "suicidal" in modern war, whereas cheaper defenses are m…
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PREVIEW Guest: Professor Ed Watts Summary: Professor Watts details the historical inevitability of conflict between Rome and Carthage, driven by Mediterranean geography and control over trade routes between the wealthy East and resource-rich West. He explains how Rome's expansion into Sicily threatened Carthage's commercial dominance, a fate symbol…
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