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Womanica

Wonder Media Network and iHeartPodcasts

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Thinking back to our history classes growing up, we had one question: Where the ladies at? Enter, Womanica. In just 5 minutes a day, learn about different incredible women from throughout history. On Wonder Media Network’s award-winning podcast, we’re telling the stories of women you may or may not know — but definitely should.
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Welcome to The Brown Girls Guide to Politics -- the one stop shop for women of color who want to hear and talk about the world of politics. Host A’shanti Gholar leads conversations with women changing the face of politics. Episodes include interviews with politicians, candidates, and influencers. Get ready for roundtables, analyzing current events, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Web of WMN

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Each of us is surrounded by a rich community of connections -- we have some combination of friends, family, partners, co-workers, mentors, and more. Then each of those connections has connections too. It all forms a bustling, complicated, interconnected web. Welcome to Web of WMN, Wonder Media Network's new show that dives into the identities and relationships that form who we are as individuals and communities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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UNDISTRACTED with Brittany Packnett Cunningham

The Meteor, Wonder Media Network

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Brittany Packnett Cunningham is an activist, educator, popular TV commentator—and a trusted voice for the millions of Americans who want a better world, and a group chat to help them get there. On UNDISTRACTED, a weekly show from The Meteor and Wonder Media Network, she aims her focus on the most pressing issues of our time, from the latest headlines to deep dives with today’s most fascinating changemakers, UNDISTRACTED is your weekly guide to the revolution that’s happening in our politics, ...
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Teaching Texas

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In 1961, Norma and Mel Gabler were a quiet couple living in Hawkins, Texas. One day, they noticed some factual errors in their son's school book. What began as a small complaint morphed into a multi-decade crusade to shape what children of Texas ​​— and therefore the country — read in their textbooks. In an election year with raging debates around education, this audio documentary charts how Texas dictated American education over the last sixty years and examines how the fight over our child ...
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She Votes!

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100 years ago, the 19th Amendment was ratified. But American women’s battle for the ballot began long before that day in August—and continues, even to this day. Wonder Media Network presents She Votes!—a podcast that digs into the complex history of the women’s suffrage movement and its enduring significance, hosted by award-winning journalists Ellen Goodman and Lynn Sherr. Having lived through—and covered—feminism’s second-wave, Goodman and Sherr tell the definitive story of suffrage, from ...
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Beyond Belief

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From satanic feminists, dolphin communicators, to stigmatists—take a leap of faith with Jerico Mandybur on Beyond Belief as she teases out what it means to believe. Part enlightening conversation, part edu-tainment, hear how society’s “weirdos” believe, and discover they’re not so weird in the process. After all, we all want to believe in something. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Gravity

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A show about what becomes possible when we look at hardships differently. Lucy Kalanithi—physician, storyteller and widow of Paul Kalanithi, who wrote When Breath Becomes Air—shares personal reflections, poetry, and deep conversations. Join us to explore transformations around loneliness, the myth of the ideal nuclear family, climate crisis, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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I Was Never There

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In this eight-episode series, take a trip into the countercultural movements swirling through West Virginia in the 1970s and 80s. Jamie Zelermyer and her mother Karen investigate the shocking disappearance of their friend Marsha “Mudd” Ferber and explore her evolution from suburban housewife to back-to-the-land hippie to drug-dealing bar owner. As mother and daughter venture deeper into the mystery of Marsha’s disappearance, the two process their own history: Jamie reflects on her nontraditi ...
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White Picket Fence

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White Picket Fence interrogates the structures of inequity affecting women since America’s founding. On the newest season, host Julie Kohler investigates the institution of marriage to uncover what’s behind this latest push for the return of a traditional family structure. Join us in exploring where America—and Americans—have fallen short and what we can do to create a better future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Women belong in the House

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On Wonder Media Network's flagship show, Host Jenny Kaplan seeks to understand the state of gender representation in office and asks how Congress would change if it looked more like the people it represents. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Words To Win By

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Words To Win By* takes listeners on a journey around the globe with renowned communications researcher and campaign advisor Anat Shenker-Osorio as she unpacks real-world narrative shifts that led to real-world victories. *Formerly called Brave New Words Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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As She Rises

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As She Rises brings together local poets and activists from throughout North America to depict the effects of climate change on their home and their people. Each episode carries the listener to a new place through a collection of voices, local recordings and soundscapes. Stories span from the Louisiana Bayou, to the tundras of Alaska to the drying bed of the Colorado River. Centering the voices of native women and women of color, As She Rises personalizes the elusive magnitude of climate cha ...
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A podcast all about the making and meaning of popular music. Musicologist Nate Sloan & songwriter Charlie Harding pull back the curtain on how pop hits work magic on our ears & our culture. From Vulture and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
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The 43 Percent

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43 percent of women who have kids leave the workforce at some point. In this series of fireside chats with inspiring women, spanning a variety of industries and experiences, host Claudia Reuter aims to share more examples than what we typically see of what's possible for women thinking through work and family decisions. A former stay-at-home mom herself, Reuter went on to be a venture-backed CEO, an executive at a >$2B company, a board director, and a Managing Director at Techstars. She is t ...
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The Accidental Activist

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For acclaimed journalist Isha Sesay, being surrounded by news of activism was the norm. But becoming an activist herself was never a role she envisioned—until now. In this series, Isha sits down with an array of cultural icons who have also found themselves unexpectedly inhabiting a role as “activist.” She explores the motivating circumstances behind their passions, all while revealing the human condition that unites us all: a desire to make a difference in the world. Hosted on Acast. See ac ...
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For Future Reference

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Whether at work, class, or in our relationships, women are always faced with the challenges and pressures of doing it all and often having to be the first or only one in the room. But it’s just a little easier when you’ve got someone else who’s been there, has your back and can share advice on how to tackle things. On For Future Reference, hosts Tori Taylor and Ambar Calvillo-Rivera bring a weekly dose of balance and real talk with women who are in the same boat. We’ll dig into topics like m ...
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The Growth League

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Hi, I’m Diana Kander and like you, I feel the call to grow. I'm a midwestern mom of two, balancing a career as a keynote speaker, and trying to leave the world a little bit better than I found it. Each week on The Growth League, I seek out the most remarkable women leaders and uncover their rules for growth. Whether you’re trying to get better at your presentation skills, get that next promotion or even do your first pull up, each episode will provide you with a New Rule for Growth to superc ...
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The Amendment

Wonder Media Network and The 19th News

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This election year, our democracy hangs in the balance. We need news coverage that cuts past punditry and gives a voice to the new electorate – the marginalized folks that depend on a functioning democracy. Enter: The Amendment, a new podcast about gender, politics and power from The 19th News and Wonder Media Network, hosted by award-winning journalist and 19th editor-at-large Errin Haines. Each week, Errin sits down with people who have fresh perspectives on the state of our country – and ...
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Ordinary Equality

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The Supreme Court has done the unimaginable, repealing the landmark Roe v. Wade decision and stripping Americans of a fundamental right: abortion access. On the latest season of Ordinary Equality, hosts Kate Kelly and Jamia Wilson ask: what now? What does resisting bans and seeking care look like in a world without federal protection of abortion access? How can we build community and support the most vulnerable? How are abortion providers in states where abortion was already severely restric ...
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Seeking Peace

Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security

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Peace is not something constructed in a room only by men. It takes a range of voices, perspectives and diverse practices. Seeking Peace is a podcast that explores the role of women around the world in bringing lasting peace to their communities. Women are too often seen as victims of conflict. But they are leaders and often unsung heroes. On this show, we bring you the stories of women breaking gender barriers and changing society. Episodes explore the roles women play in their local communi ...
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UNHhhh

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Your mom's favorite web series is now in podcast form! RuPaul's Drag Race season 7 queens Trixie Mattel and Katya Zamolodchikova talk about whatever they want, and now you can listen while you do other things with your eyes.
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Game Scoop!

IGN & Geek Media

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Veteran games industry host Daemon Hatfield and the IGN crew break down the biggest gaming news of the week, dive into retro gaming nostalgia, and challenge each other—and the audience—with trivia that puts even hardcore gamers to the test. Whether you're a longtime fan or a new listener, Game Scoop! is one of the longest-running and most beloved video game podcasts, delivering expert insights, lively debates, and endless gaming fun. Game Scoop is a part of Geek Media podcast network, an IGN ...
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In a world as vast as the kaiju genre, there needs to be a podcast that can tackle all things giant monster - from film to fandom, television to toys, Godzilla to Gamera. That podcast is YHS on Monster Island! From the world of Yes Have Some comes a new show dedicated to the spectacle and madness of the kaiju genre; one as fun as a trip to World Children's Land and as informative as a Dr. Yamane lecture. Piloting this ship will be "The Tattooed Titan of Tokusatsu" and YHS co-founder, Jacob W ...
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Take a few minutes to travel the world with The GoNOMAD Travel Podcast. Brought to you by the long-running GoNOMAD travel website, The GoNOMAD Travel Podcast brings you audio stories from destinations around the globe. It's short-form... 3-7 minute long episodes. No jarring AM radio-style theme songs, no ads, just an interesting short travel story and some food for thought, from editor Max Hartshorne. Fun! While you're planning your next trip or travel adventure, download and listen to The G ...
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Vibrant Living Network

iOM Radio Network - OMTimes

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The Vibrant Living Network (VLN) is a team of meaningful thought leaders, innovators, contributors, and vibrant hosts who come together to connect with an audience of people who are ready to take their lives to the next level. From whole food nutrition to relational wisdom, vibrant travel, and the maverick path to publishing the VLN team is a visionary media outlet provides radio, podcast, and video experiences where audiences make a vertical leap together with their host. All vibrant hosts ...
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Locked On Wolverines podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Michigan Wolverines. Hosted by Isaiah Hole of WolverineWire at USA Today, the Locked On Wolverines podcast provides your daily Michigan Wolverines fix with expert opinions, film reviews, interviews with athletes and coaches, recaps, local analysis, and coverage of all things Michigan athletics. From the hallowed grounds of the “Big Hous ...
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Podcast Perspectives

Jeff Umbro, The Podglomerate LLC

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Podcast Perspectives helps you understand the ever-changing podcast industry. Hosted by Jeff Umbro, founder and CEO of The Podglomerate, a podcast services agency focused on production, audience growth, and monetization for some of the biggest podcasts in the world, this Signal Award winning show speaks to leaders in the podcast space through longform interviews and panel discussions. The goal is to walk through not only the important news and issues of the day in the podcast landscape, but ...
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Trendy

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Ever wonder what the best way is to casually bet on sports? Extra Points Co-Founder Toby Mergler and a weekly guest are going to compete to find out and have some fun along the way. Is it heart (instinct), head (numbers), heater (streaks), or cred (1 bet only). We'll figure out the best trend together. Or just go with the tried and true approach - fade every pick you hear a talking head give on a podcast. That works too!
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The Lore Network

The Lore Team

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Welcome to The Lore Network, a cozy corner where history, mythology, folklore, and modern media magic come together. Think of us as your go-to place for stories that have warmed hearts, sparked curiosity, and inspired dreams for countless generations across many different cultures. With the gentle touch of world-class narration and the allure of pristine sound design, our audio adventures will whisk you away to ancient lands, enchanting realms, and moments frozen in time. Whether it's a hush ...
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Jake the Gaslit Vault Dweller, Gotfree the Neurotic Mister Handy Robot, and Houston the Ghoul with Writer's Block are an unlikely band of scrappers, trying their darnedest to survive in the ruins of post-apocalyptic Michigan. Next thing they know, their home comes under attack and they're sent off into the world to solve the mystery... Born from our popular “Choose Your Own Adventure” series on the "Doctor And A Lawyer Podcast", welcome to The Big Red Button Podcast - a captivating 2D20 role ...
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JK, We're Rolling!

Magical Hats Network

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It's time to enter a world of fantasy, wonder, and mystery as three students attend the most prestigious wizarding school in all of Germany! Three German improv actors will attempt to survive the gauntlet created by one American game master. While the cast explores the obstacles and rewards of being multicultural, their characters will have to explore obstacles and find rewards of their own. Listen as they have to delve deep into the world at Neudrachenberg Castle to uncover secrets, defeat ...
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TBB Talks

The British Blacklist

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TBB CREATIVE NETWORK ... The British Blacklist Creative Network AKA TBB Creative Network AKA #TBBCN is home to the best original podcasts. YOUR AUNTIES COULD NEVER – ever wondered what it sounds like when your favourite aunties get together to right the world’s wrongs? Wonder no more! With old school wisdom, while keeping it real The Aunties discuss the latest news, celebrities’ lives, give you the best advice only your coolest Auntie could give and share what’s making them Mad, Sad, and Gla ...
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Are you a baker? Do you run your own cake business? Ever wonder if you're going about it the right way? Or perhaps you're thinking of taking the plunge and looking for an alternative to that career you're getting tired of? If so, this podcast is for you! We sit down with some of the brightest stars in the baking world. Chatting about how they got into baking, why they love it, and why some days it's the last thing they want to do. It's about what drives them, what makes them successful, and ...
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MOONSHOT ENTREPRENEUR – From a Corporate Career to Building & Owning your own Business

Archana Jacob ¦ Business Coach, Christian Entrepreneur & Business Woman

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The #1 Podcast to learn about building & scaling a viable business while transitioning away from a career. **** TOP 10 ENTREPRENEURSHIP PODCAST **** Do you feel like something is missing in your corporate career? You’ve worked hard to get where you are, but the purpose—the spark that once drove you—just isn’t there anymore? Do you feel stuck in rigid systems, following rules you didn’t create, working with clients you didn’t choose, and building something that doesn’t truly feel like yours? ...
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Can the Michigan Wolverines football team redefine their offensive strategy and dominate defensively this season? With new offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey at the helm, player Semaj Morgan shares insights on the shift towards a more dynamic passing game, moving away from predictable plays. Meanwhile, Brandyn Hillman confidently claims Michigan's …
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Hey my friend, Being a solopreneur is tough—and when self-doubt and setbacks pile on, it can feel like too much. I know this from personal experience because I’ve been there too. And whenever I got caught up in the vicious cycle of lost belief I stopped making progress and got stuck. I stopped podcasting for longer periods (and more than once!). I …
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Elinor Glyn (1864-1943) was a British novelist, screenwriter, and filmmaker known for her romantic fiction and contributions to early Hollywood cinema. She popularized the concept of "It" (a magnetic, irresistible quality) and is credited with creating the modern romance novel. For Further Reading: Meet Elinor Glyn, “Shocker of Grandmothers” and Fo…
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Exclusive Michigan Wolverines Football Insights: Player and Recruiting Interviews Get ready for an exclusive episode featuring in-depth interviews with key Michigan Wolverines football players and recruiting experts. Join us as we sit down with wide receiver Semaj Morgan and safety Brandyn Hillman to discuss their leadership roles and experiences o…
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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, Nick Limon, and Mark Medina -- are discussing Doom: The Dark Ages, Nintendo, Andor, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Can the Michigan Wolverines' focus on homegrown talent lead them to another championship? Discover how Michigan Wolverines Football is reshaping its strategy by prioritizing recruitment over the transfer portal. With key figures like Justice Haynes and Donaven McCulley, the team is building a culture rooted in toughness and work ethic. Isaiah Hole …
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Arlie Hochschild (1940 - present) is an American sociologist known for her coining of the term “Emotional Labor.” In her 1983 book The Managed Heart: Commercialization of Human Feeling, she first coined the term "emotional labor" to describe the process in which workers manage their emotions to fulfill the emotional requirements of their jobs. She …
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Michigan Wolverines fans, are you ready for a deep dive into the latest buzz around your favorite team? With Rod Moore's injury recovery and Bryce Underwood's recruitment rumors swirling, there's plenty to discuss. The Wolverines' safety depth chart is looking stronger than ever, and leadership on the team is evolving with standout figures like Ern…
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Is the college football landscape on the brink of a seismic shift? With talks of expanding the College Football Playoff to 16 teams, the debate heats up as experts weigh in on the implications for the Big Ten and SEC. Craig Sheeman and Trent Condon offer contrasting views on whether this expansion dilutes competition or provides new opportunities f…
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Rābiʻa al-ʻAdawiyya al-Qaysiyya or Rabiʿa al-Basri (717-801 C.E.) is a highly regarded Sufi saint born in Basra, Iraq. Oral traditions and later written records suggest that she was also a poet. She is thought to be one of the first female Sufi saints and a key figure in developing Ishq-e-Haqeeqi or “divine love,” a central tenet in Sufism. For Fur…
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Jake and Jay chat about the stage show that transitioned Ultra Q to Ultraman, The Birth of Ultraman! It really is a wacky story! Also, there's a ton of kaiju and Godzilla toy and sofubi news, with releases coming out of Hobby Round 32 and Super Festival 91. Marusan, Max Toy Japan, Enka Vinyl, Shima-X, M1, and more really had amazing showings at the…
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Can the Michigan Wolverines dominate the 2025 season with their revamped strategy? With FanDuel odds setting the stage, the Wolverines are poised for a thrilling journey in college football. Isaiah Hole, publisher of WolverinesWire, breaks down the team's schedule, highlighting key matchups against Oklahoma, Nebraska, and Ohio State. He explores th…
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A journey through Almaty, Kazakhstan, reveals a city replete with captivating architecture, lush green spaces, and rich cultural experiences. The speaker presents Almaty as an underappreciated gem of the Asian continent, far removed from the typical narratives surrounding European capitals such as London and Paris. Nestled in the foothills of the m…
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Jane Austen (1775-1817) was an English novelist known primarily for her novels which implicitly interpret, critique, and comment on the English landed gentry during the Regency era. She had a great influence on the first Oxford English Dictionary published in 1928 and is quoted over 1,600 times. For Further Reading: The queen of modern slang: Jane …
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We rarely cover movies here at Switched On Pop. But after seeing Ryan Coogler's new vampire musical Sinners, we knew we had to make an exception. The movie is an ode to Black music. Throughout its over two hour runtime, the film pays tribute to the blues: nodding to the musicians, instruments, and melodies that make it a foundational genre in the A…
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The Heroines of Jiangyong were women in rural China who made a secret language – Nüshu – to communicate with each other. Nüshu translates directly to “women’s writing” and is a series of phonetic scripts. The practice is estimated to go back as far as the Shang Dynasty 1600 to 1046 BCE. For centuries it was the language of female defiance to the Ch…
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Katie Konans is the Program Lead for Audio and Podcasts at NASA. She joins the podcast to discuss NASA’s growing audio strategy, including how to make complex science accessible, the need for community engagement, and the future of NASA’s audio programming. Katie and I discuss the success of NASA’s Curious Universe, as well as the rest of their aud…
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Michigan Wolverines football faces a whirlwind of controversy. Could head coach Sherrone Moore's potential suspension and university president Santa Ono's departure signal deeper issues? Isaiah, the host, challenges Joel Klatt's views, offering a fresh perspective on these developments. He scrutinizes Michigan's PR strategy, emphasizing the importa…
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Myra Laramee is a Cree/Métis teacher and Elder based in Winnipeg, Canada. She introduced the term Two-Spirit to better define queer identity under Indigenous people’s terms. For Further Reading: Agents of Change Myra Laramee What Is Two-Spirit? Part One: Origins | CMHR This month, we’re talking about Word Weavers — people who coined terms, populari…
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Michigan Wolverines' Controversy and Quarterback Quandary: A Deep Dive Is the Michigan Wolverines' sign-stealing scandal just a storm in a teacup? Former Michigan quarterback and Crain & Company host David Cone joins Isaiah Hole to dissect the recent uproar surrounding the Wolverines, offering insights into the alleged sign-stealing practices and t…
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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, Justin Davis, and Mark Medina -- are discussing Grand Theft Auto 6, Xbox raising prices, Clair Obscure: Expedition 33, Gears of War, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about your ad choices. …
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$40 million in NIL deals: Is college football's Big Ten conference reshaping the sport's financial landscape? As the debate over potential salary caps heats up, Michigan State's upcoming season predictions add another layer of intrigue. Explore the dynamics of NIL deals and their impact on competitive balance, with insights from key figures like Ry…
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Ruth Glass (1912-1990) was a British sociologist and urban planner known for coining the term “gentrification” in 1964 to describe the transformation of working-class neighborhoods by middle-class newcomers. Her work focused on urban change, housing policy, and social inequality, particularly in London. For Further Reading: Ruth Glass: Beyond ‘Gent…
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Michigan Wolverines football faces a whirlwind of challenges and changes. With NCAA investigations looming and Sherrone Moore facing suspension, the team navigates a complex landscape. How will these developments impact their season? With that said, the Michigan Mailbag is back, and in it, we explore the quarterback competition, where Bryce Underwo…
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Pauline Rose Clance (1938 - present) is a psychologist most famous for co-authoring the research paper that first coined the term “imposter phenomenon.” Commonly known as “imposter syndrome” today, the phenomenon Pauline discovered has helped countless women better identify and navigate their feelings of inadequacy in academic and professional sett…
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Marcela Lagarde (1968 - present) is a Mexican anthropologist, author, politician and feminist scholar who is credited with coining the term “feminicidio,” first to denote mass killings of women in Juárez, which had begun in the early 1990s. The term was taken up by Latin American feminists, particularly in Mexico and Guatemala, as well as governmen…
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It's that time of year again: Eurovision Song Contest is upon us. And with the competition comes a tradition at Switched On Pop, where Charlie and Nate look at the songs (and countries) that have the best odds to take home the title. This year, we have an ode to the sauna, soaring operatics, and a feast of food-themed tunes – including the Estonian…
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Josephine Starrs and Virginia Barratt were among the creators of the VNS, an Australian feminist art collective born in the early days of the world wide web in the 1990s. The group is credited with coining the term "cyberfeminism." For Further Reading: The cyberfeminists who called themselves ‘the future cunt’ | Dazed An Oral History of the First C…
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Michigan Wolverines football faces a storm as Coach Sherrone Moore's suspension shakes the NCAA landscape. Is the program's reputation at risk? The Wolverines' self-imposed two-game suspension on Harbaugh amid ongoing investigations into the Connor Stalions saga raises eyebrows. The host critically examines Michigan's strategy, questioning if their…
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Alice Walker (1944-present) is novelist, poet and essayist, best known for her novel The Color Purple, published in 1982, which won the Pulitzer Prize and made Alice the first Black woman to win the prize for fiction. Walker is also credited with coining the term Womanist in her 1983 collection of essays In Search of our Mother’s Gardens. For Furth…
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Did the Michigan Wolverines' spring game reveal their championship potential? With quarterback Bryce Underwood's performance, the Wolverines are setting high expectations for the upcoming season. This episode dives into the Michigan Wolverines football team's prospects, analyzing how Bryce Underwood compares to prime J.J. McCarthy. Host Isaiah Hole…
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Sylvia Wright (c. 1916-1981) was a writer and humorist who coined the term “Mondegreen,” a noun used to describe the result of mishearing a word for another word or phrase. During her career she was an editor for “Harper’s Bazaar,” and published several works of her own. For Further Reading: A Shark-Infested Rice Pudding, by Sylvia Wright (1969) Th…
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Toni Morrison (1931-2019) was a groundbreaking writer and the first African-American woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1993. Her works, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel Beloved—where she coined the word "rememory"—explore race, identity, and the legacies of slavery. Morrison’s profound storytelling has made her one of the most…
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Big Ten football is buzzing with transfer portal activity, reshaping team dynamics and strategies. Which teams are emerging as winners in this high-stakes game? Dive into the latest insights on the Big Ten conference, where Indiana, USC, and UCLA are making waves with strategic player acquisitions. Northwestern's win total prediction is under the s…
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Can the Michigan Wolverines' offensive line hold up under pressure this season? With the spring game stirring up concerns, Isaiah, the voice behind Wolverines Wire, tackles these pressing questions. Dive into the latest on Michigan Wolverines football as Isaiah unpacks the team's recruiting strategies, player transfers, and the buzz around star qua…
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Despite TikTok defining this decade's music landscape, the app hasn't spawned a bonafide pop superstar – yet. 24-year-old Addison Rae is trying to be the first. She's already had cosigns from Arca, Charli XCX, and Benny Blanco; critical acclaim from outlets like Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, and Elle; and is cultivating a fervent fanbase with a slew of…
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"The Tattooed Titan of Tokusatsu" Jacob Walsh and Jay Key returned from Japan with cart loads of toys, collectibles, and sofubi, representing everything from Godzilla to Ultraman to Spectreman to Zone Fighter. Whether it was at Mandarake or the Godzilla Store in Tokyo or Hobby Jungle or Astro-Zombies in Osaka, they managed to pick up cool items fro…
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Can the Michigan Wolverines' offense reach championship heights this season? With the spring game spotlighting Bryce Underwood's quarterback prowess and the offensive line's depth, the Wolverines are poised for a promising run. Yet, questions linger about the wide receivers' ability to secure crucial plays. Isaiah Hole and Jake Butt, a former Michi…
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Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, Justin Davis, and Nick Limon -- are discussing Nintendo Switch 2, Oblivion Remastered, Clair Obscure: Expedition 33, Thunderbolts*, and more. And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions. Learn more about your ad choices. V…
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NCAA sanctions have been announced for former Michigan Wolverines football coaches, but do they really matter now? Join Isaiah Hole as he explores the recent penalties and their negligible impact on the current Wolverines' trajectory. Alongside this, Isaiah reviews Michigan's post-spring top 25 rankings and the team's performance in the spring game…
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E. K. Janaki Ammal (1897-1984) was a botanist and cytogenecist, referred to as India’s first woman botanist. She gained expertise in crossbreeding hybrid species of plants while studying at the University of Michigan, where she became the first Indian woman to earn a Ph.D in botany in the U.S. She is best known for her work to improve India’s nativ…
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Berta Isabel Cáceres Flores (1971-2016) was a Honduran environmental activist who spent decades leading various land and water struggles in western Honduras. In 1993 she helped found and coordinate the Council of Popular and Indigenous Organizations of Honduras, known by its Spanish acronym COPINH. In the late 2000s, Berta organized a lasting resis…
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Stuart Last is the CEO of Audioboom, a leading global podcast network which supports more than 8,000 podcasters, delivers more than 100 million downloads per month, and has put more than $250,000,000 into podcasters pockets to date. He joins the podcast to discuss the future of podcasting, Audioboom’s remarkable growth, and monetization strategies …
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Michigan Wolverines fans, are you ready for a deep dive into the latest NFL draft results and spring football insights? Discover how Michigan's top talents, like Will Johnson and Mason Graham, are making waves in the NFL draft. Explore the standout performances from the spring game, with Bryce Underwood's impressive quarterback skills taking center…
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Rahibai Soma Popere (1964 - present) is an Indian farmer known for her work preserving indigenous seed varieties and promoting sustainable agriculture. She is often referred to as the “Seed Mother” for her commitment to protecting biodiversity and traditional farming practices in India. For Further Reading: Rahibai Soma Popere ‘Seed Mother’ documen…
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Aino Henssen (1925-2011) was a globally recognized lichenologist. Her interest in the organism advanced the study and understanding of lichen and actinomycete taxonomy. She wrote over 100 papers on lichen and had several named after her. For Further Reading: A tribute to Aino Marjatta Henssen (1925-2011) Huntia: A Journal of Botanical HistoryAino H…
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Nico Iamaleava's move to UCLA Bruins football is shaking up the Big Ten landscape. Will this transfer be the game-changer UCLA needs, or just another chapter in their ongoing saga? Dive into the latest college football buzz as we explore Maryland Terrapins' season predictions and the dynamic shifts in the transfer portal. Key figures like Zach Ande…
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