Best Pipeline Artists Podcasts (2025)

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Best of G&R: The Story of Judi Bari w/ Earth First!er Karen Pickett (G&R 386) 1:01:44

1d ago1:01:44

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May 24th is the 35th anniversary of the bombing of Earth First!ers Judi Bari and Darryl Cherney. To commemorate we're reposting our interview from last year with Earth First!'s Karen Pickett. Here's the blurb from last year's episode: On May 24, 1990, a car bomb ripped through environmental and labor organizer Judi Bari's car nearly killing her and…

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Why can't we (or Ms. Rachel) talk about Gaza's children dying? 17:07

2d ago17:07

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Children's educator and YouTube star Ms Rachel has used her social media to advocate for the safety of children all over the world - but when she used her platform to call attention to the plight of children in Palestine, she was accused of being paid by Hamas. This week, Brittany is joined by Defector managing editor Samer Kalaf and The Guardian's…

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Pop culture has a "bean soup problem." 18:18

2d ago18:18

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Online discourse has become a fun part of enjoying and dissecting big pop culture events. But after seeing all the commentary around Ryan Coogler's Sinners - one of the biggest cultural juggernauts of the year - Brittany has one question: are we in a media literacy crisis? Difference of opinion is one thing, but it feels like some viewers are missi…

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Get rich or die trying: how sports betting is changing our love of the game 16:56

6d ago16:56

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It's been seven years since the Supreme Court legalized sports betting outside of Nevada. For some, it's a hobby that spices up a game, but for others it's become a side hustle or investing strategy. And in a time where 60% of U.S. households don't earn enough to afford basic costs of living... that can be a problem. This... is Money Troubles. And …

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Numbers Can Be Fun? 1:11:49

22h ago1:11:49

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Send us a text Hi folks. It's Jason. I bet you're wondering where Shauncey is, and to be honest, so am I. I would absolutely love to feel like this entire podcast wasn't resting directly on my back, but if there's one thing I know I can do, it's carry a load. This episode brought to you by Big Math: Making numbers fun since 2001. Enjoy.…

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Stop Cop City and the Future of Protest (Part 1) w/ Prof. Joseph Brown (G&R 385) 57:54

9d ago57:54

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The Stop Cop City campaign saw an evolution in protest and direct action. It brought together movements that spanned issues, political philosophies, strategic approaches and tactics. The state responded with unbridled violence (killing one forest defender) and harsh legal repression (charging 61 others with "domestic terrorism"). It saw coalitions …

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Diddy, Cassie, & the anatomy of "mutual abuse" 16:04

3d ago16:04

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The highly anticipated federal trial against Sean "Diddy" Combs has begun. The hip-hop mogul is facing charges of racketeering and sex trafficking, and could be sentenced to life in prison if found guilty. So why is his attorney, Marc Agnifilo, telling the court they're going to "take the position that there was mutual violence" in his relationship…

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Bold Tree-Sit in Western Washington Blockades Logging of Endangered Legacy Forest (G&R 384) 21:16

10d ago21:16

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In our latest, Scott talks with Fable who's 70 feet above the earth in a tree blocking the logging of a legacy forest in the Elwha Watershed in western Washington. They discuss the campaign to pressure WA Public Lands Commissioner Dave Upthegrove to stop clearcutting this area.Bio// Fable is a tree-sitter in Cascadia. —————Outro- "Green and Red Blu…

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A tale of murder, artificial intelligence, & forgiveness 12:57

5d ago12:57

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Should AI give you a voice? Even when you've been murdered? An AI avatar of a murder victim addressed his killer in court last week, and it may have been the first admittance of an AI-generated victim impact statement in a US court. Chris Pelkey, who was shot in a road rage incident in 2021, was recreated in a video made by his sister to offer forg…

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The Art of Observation in Animation & VFX, with Jahirul Amin, founder of CAVE Academy | TVAP EP63 1:16:19

6d ago1:16:19

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The Art of Observation in Animation & VFX, with Jahirul Amin, founder of CAVE Academy | TVAP EP63 Summary In this conversation, Jahirul Amin emphasizes the significance of real-world observation in the field of animation. He advocates for practical experiences, such as watching people walk or observing natural light and shadows, to enhance understa…

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Celebrating AAPI month with Samoan poet William Giles, Paso women winemakers talk business, wine and lapis lazuli, and an aviation entrepreneur shares why San Luis Obispo is the perfect base of operations ... 58:18

12d ago58:18

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May is Asian American and Pacific Islander or AAPI Heritage Month. In celebration of this, Issues and Ideas invited MT Vallarta, pronouns they, them, theirs, a poet and Assistant Professor of Ethnic Studies at CalPoly, to be in conversation with William Nuʻutupu Giles, pronouns he/they, who is a poet, Samoan writer, and arts educator. Giles was in …

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Can OnlyFans save the music industry? 18:03

7d ago18:03

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Concert tickets are more expensive than ever, and according to Live Nation, 2023 was the biggest year ever for concert turnout and ticket sales. So why are indie artists turning to OnlyFans to pay the bills? This is PART ONE of our new series, Money Troubles. And for the next few weeks, we're looking into the ways everyday people are trying to make…

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SOTR: May Day, "No Kings Day" and Sit-in at Columbia w/ organizer Patrick Young (G&R 383) 28:50

14d ago28:50

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In latest installment of our new “State of the Resistance” series, Scott talks with organizer Patrick Young. They discuss the May Day protests, the upcoming “No Kings” day of action and the recent sit-in at the Columbia library. They also discuss how the economic turmoil from the tariffs and DOGE cuts are an opportunity to radicalize and organize p…

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The political power of Gen Z women 18:51

10d ago18:51

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The leftward shift of Gen Z women is one of the most dramatic political trends happening right now. Polling data from Gallup found that 40% of young women aged 18-29 self-describe as liberal compared to 28% of the same demographic at the beginning of the century. So what's causing a new generation of young women to move to the left? Brittany is joi…

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How World War Two Was Won . . . (Hint: Trump is wrong...again) (G&R 382) 35:38

11d ago35:38

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Donald Trump briefly tried to change "Veterans Day" to a Victory in War (both I and II) Day until rebuked by vets, but his explanation needs to also be rebuked. Trump said the U.S., more than any other country, won the world wars. Of course, that flies in the face of the actual history of World War II. On this 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe …

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The fantasy vs. reality of Trump's "smokestack nostalgia" 19:55

12d ago19:55

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The Trump administration wants their recent tariffs to function as incentives for Americans to produce more of our own goods in our own factories. And one poll shows that 80% of us say the country would be better off if more Americans worked in manufacturing. But why do people on both sides of the aisle want these jobs back so much? What have we lo…

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International student visa revocations, the future of abandoned boats in Morro Bay, Robin Greenfield's experiments in non-ownership, and a volunteer's tribute to the Live Oak Music Festival 58:51

18d ago58:51

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Professor Jared Van Ramshorst from Cal Poly's Department of Political Science talks to KCBX's Meher Ali about recent student deportations and visa revocations that have impacted international students across the country, including at Cal Poly. Then, KCBX’s Adam Solorzano reports on a state grant received by Morro Bay that will enable it to demolish…

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The Met Gala: the indisputable best & worst looks of the night 19:44

15d ago19:44

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They did THAT. The biggest designers and celebrities showed up at the 2025 Met Gala, everyone from Rihanna to Madonna. And in this special bonus episode, Brittany and her guests break down the best and worst looks of the night. Culture writer Shelton Boyd-Griffith, Editor-In-Chief Antoine Griffith, and Brittany award the highs and lows of the night…

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The Met Gala is tonight, and it's already historic. Here's why. 17:13

15d ago17:13

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It's the first Monday in May. AKA it's time for the annual Met Gala. Or as some call it, "fashion's biggest night." Celebrities will walk the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art hoping their looks live up to the annual theme of the gala. This year's theme is a special one. It's called "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," and it's the very first …

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How Trump Lost the Conservatives the Canadian Election. w/ Emilia Belliveau (G&R 381) 31:44

16d ago31:44

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This past week has seen a resurgence for liberal parties in other parts of the world. In Canada, Mark Carney the Liberal Party made a stunning comeback from a 20% deficit in the polls just months ago to win a narrow victory against Pierre and Poilievere and the Conservative Party. This is largely due to Donald Trump’s repeated threats that he would…

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Just Enough Pope To Hang Themselves w/ Ryan Eaton 1:54:45

15d ago1:54:45

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Send us a text Have you ever wished you could be in a room with men (just men) voting on the next in line to be god's boy wonder? Did you realize that if you've been baptized and are a man younger than 80, you could be pope (sorry, ladies)? Do you like butchered Latin phrases? Come with us today as we boldly go (come get me, nerds) one more episode…

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Encore Episode: Tin Soldiers and Nixon’s Coming . . . 52 Years After the Kent State Killings (G&R 380) 57:32

15d ago57:32

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It’s the 55th anniversary of the killings at Kent State University. In a special encore episode, we’re reposting our Kent State episode from 2020. In this episode, we commemorate the anniversary of the tragic events of May 4th, 1970 at Kent State University, where agents of the state murdered 4 students and shot 9 others. Students, who’d been told …

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Are you pope-pilled? Here's your guide to the 2025 Conclave. 19:11

17d ago19:11

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Have you been feeling a little Conclave-pilled lately? Well, you're not alone. In the aftermath of of Pope Francis' passing, the world is buzzing at the eligible bachelors who could lead the Catholic Church. So what should we expect for the real-life Conclave? And why does it matter even if you're not Catholic? Brittany is joined by Jason DeRose, N…

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ENCORE: May Day vs Labor Day How the ruling class stops radical organizing (G&R 379) 1:00:52

18d ago1:00:52

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Here is a repost of our May Day episode from 2021. In it, we talk about the history of May Day from pagan rituals to the Haymarket Affair to International Workers’ Day to Labor Day and Loyalty Day. And we discuss how the ruling class’s “war on the left” fits into the politics of May Day vs. Labor Day. Spend an hour of your International Workers’ Da…

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Let Saigons Be Bygones: The Fall of South Vietnam, 50 Years Later. (G&R 378) 1:19:51

19d ago1:19:51

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In the latest episode, we talk about the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon. We describe the events that led to the U.S. withdrawal in 1973, and then how Hanoi began their December 1974 offensive that eventually led to the fall of the South Vietnamese government. We also talk about the chaos in Laos and Cambodia as a result of the fall of Saigo…

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Trend Alert: The girls are making office fashion sexy again 18:09

19d ago18:09

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Pencil skirt. Kitten heels. Tiny glasses. And a little dark edge. These are just some of the elements of one of the most enduring fashion trends of the past couple of years: the office siren. But we're not just seeing this twist on office norms in fashion: we're also seeing it in TV shows like Severance and Industry, and with musicians like The Dar…

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Congressman Salud Carbajal on the state of our democracy, Fr. Ian travels to Guadalupe for locally-made sausages, and a peace activist shares their story of how they got banned from Israel for 99 years ... 58:37

26d ago58:37

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Congressman Salud Carbajal speaks with KCBX’s News Director Monica Lopez and KCBX reporter Gabriela Fernandez about the current administration’s policies and actions and what resonated with him at the Town Hall meeting that he co-hosted with Senator Adam Schiff at Cuesta College on April 22nd. For Playing with Food, KCBX's Fr. Ian Delinger travels …

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"Kayfabe:" The Politics of Trump and Pro Wrestling w/ This is Revolution's Jason Myles (G&R 377) 1:01:00

27d ago1:01:00

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Today's politics and culture wars are intertwined with pro wrestling. More than people realize. Since the summer of 2015 when Donald Trump came down the escalator to announce he was running for president, plenty of people, of course, have noted this relationship that he’s had with WWE owner Vince McMahon and his links to professional wrestling. In …

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Men have body dysmorphia too. That's why some use this drug. 19:05

21d ago19:05

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Body modifiers like Ozempic and other weight loss drugs have gotten attention for how skinny they can make you. But what if you're a boy who wants to get BIGGER? For young men, there's another drug getting more and more popular: steroids. Fit and muscular bodies get celebrated on social media, and many men turn to steroids to match what they see. B…

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Think you have ADHD? Here's why so many of us are saying yes. 18:04

24d ago18:04

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Have you seen ADHD content pop up in your feeds? Are you getting a lot of it? In the past few years, there's been a surge in the number of adults diagnosed with ADHD, and at the same time more and more people online are going viral with "signs" that you might have it too. Whether with our doctors or friends, we're all talking a lot more about adult…

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Navigating the VFX Landscape, with Freefolk VFX Supervisor Rob Sheridan | TVAP EP62 33:49

25d ago33:49

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In this episode of the VFX Artists Podcast, Kofi interviews Freefolk VFX supervisor Rob Sheridan, about his journey in the visual effects industry, the importance of internships, and the evolving landscape of VFX jobs. Rob shares insights on how he progressed from a runner to a supervisor, the significance of the Futurefolk internship program, and …

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The "priest of AI" & tech's pursuit of eternal life 21:37

27d ago21:37

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Have you heard of Bryan Johnson – tech centimillionaire turned longevity evangelist? He made headlines when he started getting infusions of his own son's blood as a part of his quest to live forever. And he turned that quest into "Don't Die," a movement he's calling a religion. Johnson is pretty intent on longevity – but he's not the only one. Othe…

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Celebrating the history of our county's diverse workforce, Jennifer Adams on the impact of potential federal funding cuts on survivors, and Elaine Genasci reflects on two decades of keeping felines healthy ... 58:09

28d ago58:09

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The Oprah to "Make America Healthy Again" Pipeline 19:32

29d ago19:32

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Have you or someone you love been confused by the push to 'Make America Healthy Again'? Then you, my friend, are in dire need of our series: The Road to Make America Healthy Again (MAHA). For the next few weeks, we're delving into some of the origins, conspiracy theories, and power grabs that have led us to this moment, and what it could mean for o…

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Keeping Up With The Easters w/ Michael Bishop 1:03:20

29d ago1:03:20

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Send us a text Follow us down the rabbit hole of traditions and bullshit that predated Jesus. Yes, there were things that came before him and no, he does not lay eggs. We will tell you where the bunny/egg lore comes from and sadly, it isn't Jesus' cloaca. We're joined by magical mystery guest, Michael Bishop this week, who brings along the lore of …

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Are men in your life getting more political? This guy may be why. 16:56

1M ago16:56

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Have you turned on ESPN recently? You might be surprised to find that the sports bros are abandoning GOAT debates and getting political. No one is more an example of this than ESPN personality and perhaps Presidential candidate, Stephen A. Smith. So what's going on here? And what does the Fox Newsification of sports media tell us about our current …

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Fake skull science is back - and it's still racist 18:10

1M ago18:10

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Can the shape of your skull or the look of your face say something deeper about you? Like – if you're a good parent? Or if you're smart? Or if you're more likely to be a criminal? Well – the answer is no, absolutely not. But in the past, some scientists used the pseudosciences of phrenology, which studied the skull, and physiognomy, which studied t…

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When adults reject vaccines, children pay the price 19:40

1M ago19:40

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Have you or someone you love been confused by the push to 'Make America Healthy Again'? Then you, my friend, are in dire need of our new series: The Road to Make America Healthy Again (MAHA). For the next few weeks, we're delving into some of the origins, conspiracy theories, and power grabs that have led us to this moment, and what it could mean f…

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Tariffs 101: Trade, Taxes and Revenues in U.S. History (G&R 376) 1:07:01

1M ago1:07:01

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Everyone's talking about tariffs . . . but do we really know what they are, how they work, what their purpose is? Scott and Bob give backgrounder on tariffs from a historical perspective (we're not economists) and discuss the reason they are used in global economic relationships and describe some of the reasons that American founders advocated for …

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This podcast is a recession indicator. 19:42

1M ago19:42

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Global markets got a case of the jitters this week in the wake of President Trump's global tariff policy. Everyone from hedge fund managers to online content creators have been starting to question the stability of America's economic trajectory. We're now seeing increased fear that a recession is just around the corner. Brittany is joined by co-hos…

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Millions Rally to Tell Trump "Hands Off" Our Democracy w/ Organizer Patrick Young (G&R 375) 28:22

1M ago28:22

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In our latest, Scott talks with organizer and troublemaker Patrick Young about this past weekend’s Hands Off rallies and the state of the resistance to Trump and Musk.Bio//Patrick Young is an organizer based in Washington D.C. He’s worked in labor, climate and direct action movements for two decades. He is a co-founder of Shutdown DC and the Moveme…

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Who gets to be a critic? And why are some so "bad?" 17:43

1M ago17:43

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Andrea Long Chu was once one of Brittany's favorite Sex and the City bloggers, and she's now a Pulitzer-winning critic. Andrea lends her critical eye to everything from the TV show Yellowstone to the work of Sally Rooney to pro-Palestinian protests and free speech. And she does it with wit, style, and fearlessness. Brittany chats with Andrea about …

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Trump's Greenland Obsession w/ Journalist Adam Federman (G&R 374) 41:00

1M ago41:00

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In our latest, Scott talks with journalist, and friend of G&R, Adam Federman (@adamfederman) about Trump's obsession to acquire Greenland. They discuss what's at stake, the region's Cold War history, how the local population views the U.S. and Trump, great power tensions around the Arctic Circle and the wealthy private interests trying to claim the…

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Poets from SLO County celebrate National Poetry Month, Immigrant winemakers on their journey from "cellar rats" to entrepreneurs, and seeing the world through the SLO International Film Festival 58:21

2M ago58:21

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April is National Poetry Month, and we invited Caleb Nichols, the Poet Laureate of San Luis Obispo County, to gather local poets from the region to do a poetry reading session at our studio. Caleb hosts the segment. Mira Honeycutt, host of Wine Country, speaks to winemakers Edgar Torres and Enrique Torres about their journey to making Spanish wines…

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Crunchy conservatives want to 'Make America Healthy Again' 16:53

1M ago16:53

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Have you or someone you love been confused by the push to 'Make America Healthy Again'? Side effects may include: - Being inundated by uncredentialed wellness influencers and crunchy mommy bloggers selling supplements - Feeling perplexed by how RFK Jr. went from an 'environmental champion' to an anti-vax conspiracy theorist - Or maybe seeing the na…

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