Best Alcohol Reduction Podcasts (2025)

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The stigma of alcohol dependence with Prof. Georg Schomerus 53:00

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Send us a text In this episode I talk to Prof. Georg Schomerus, Professor and Chair at the Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Leipzig. Prof Schomerus is a leading academic in the field of stigma towards alcohol and mental health problems. We discuss the nature of stigma towards alcohol problems, what drives stigma, how it rel…

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Book to movie adaptations, Food Friday, FilmWeek, and more 1:39:02

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Today on AirTalk, we follow the aftermath of the Charlie Kirk death video going viral; what goes into making a great book, a great movie?; the Mezcal Por Siempre festival comes to LA this weekend; Zacatecan-style burritos and FilmWeek. Today on AirTalk: Following the virality of Charlie Kirk's death online (0:15) How to make a book into a movie the…

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Kaliegh River survived years of abuse, reclaimed her voice through poetry, and now raises her daughter in sobriety. 1:06:39

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Send us a text Kaliegh River shares her journey of survival, resilience, and healing after years of intimate partner violence, addiction, and intergenerational trauma. From escaping a life-threatening relationship to finding her voice through poetry, Kaliegh speaks on breaking cycles, reclaiming culture, and raising her daughter in sobriety. Her st…

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OC voter rolls, Actor David Duchovny's new book, TV Talk, and more 1:39:09

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Today on AirTalk, conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot dead at 31; CA now requires home sales to include disclosure about high-fire risk status; David Duchovny talks about his new poetry book; OC supervisors seek purging of voter rolls and TV Talk. Today on AirTalk, Charlie Kirk dead at 31 (21:42) CA law updates home-sale disclosure policy (…

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The Real Science Behind Hangover Hell 11:58

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🎧 Ever wonder why some nights leave you totally wrecked, while others barely touch you — even if you drank the same amount? In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook unpacks the real science behind hangovers, including: Why darker drinks like whiskey and red wine tend to cause harsher hangovers than vodka or gin The role of congeners, sugar, and dehydratio…

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Advertisements for pharmaceutical drugs, Update on CA redistricting, Paying kids for positive behavior, and more 1:39:23

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Today on AirTalk, President Trump signs a memorandum to revive restrictions on drug advertisements; Justice Democrats continue to upset moderate politicians in primary elections. What is their strategy?; how do you tell someone you don't want to be recorded?; an update on CA's redistricting efforts; Paramount nears an acquisition of The Free Press …

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Advocating With Data

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On this edition of Century of Lies: Advocating With Data.The Vienna NonGovernmental Organizing Committee held a webinar recently to discuss the UN Office on Drugs and Crime’s World Drug Report 2025. We hear presentations by two of the speakers: Gisela Hansen of the NGO D...By KBOO Community Radio

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Interview with Senator Alex Padilla, CA science test scores, How to discuss suicide, and more 1:39:04

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Today on AirTalk, Senator Alex Padilla talks about the green-lighted racial profiling by the SCOTUS for immigration enforcement in LA; why CA's science test scores are dropping; how the Catholic sainthood has evolved; how to discuss the grief of suicide; should sirens return to cellphones?; and where the best neighborhoods in SoCal for food are. To…

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Santa Monica's fiscal emergency, Black Movie Soundtrack at the Hollywood Bowl, AI psychosis, and more 1:39:39

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Today on AirTalk, financial payouts have plunged the city of Santa Monica's budget; how DTLA is turning its skyscrapers into housing units through the city's Adaptive Reuse Ordinance; Black Movie Soundtrack returns to the Hollywood Bowl; A recent study points to an increase in prostate cancer cases; what is 'AI psychosis?' and a new book on the con…

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Can Alcohol Change Your Sense of Time? 10:13

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🎧 Ever gone out for “just one drink” and suddenly the whole night disappears? Or wake up the next morning and feel like time is crawling at half speed? That’s not just your imagination — alcohol literally changes how your brain perceives time. In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down the science of alcohol and time perception, including: How a…

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Connecting Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Education to the General Public with Lauren Borchert 25:34

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In this episode, Sara and Morgan sit down Lauren Borchert, Program Manager & Certified Proof Alliance Trainer to discuss Proof Alliance NC’s work to spread the word about fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) to the public and fill the knowledge gaps, especially among women who are or will become pregnant. Listeners will gain insights into the cau…

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72 | Emma Hardy MP: Floods, Ketamine & Community - Politics, Public Health & the Power of Unity 55:02

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Emma Hardy MP joins Believe in People for the second time to discuss Hull’s triple flood threat, the rise of ketamine harm, and the cost of living’s toll on mental health. From sewage systems to social housing, she tackles some of Britain’s biggest challenges. We also talk about the need for transparency in government to rebuild public trust, the r…

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Thomas was tortured by bikers, led a Nazi group, and survived suicide. Now he leads a clean and sober biker club across Europe. 56:01

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Send us a text Thomas grew up surrounded by guns, drugs, and violent men. At 14, he was raped. At 16, he was tortured with bats and boiling water by a biker gang. At 24, he was second in command of a violent Nazi movement. But a suicide attempt, a spiritual shift, and a raw surrender to recovery changed everything. Today, Thomas leads one of Europe…

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DOJ Wildfire Lawsuit, The State of pop criticism, FilmWeek, and more! 1:39:06

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Today on AirTalk, US prosecutors file two lawsuits against Southern California Edison over wildfires; the realities of pop music criticism; Deda Restaurant brings authentic Georgian cuisine to Pasadena; FilmWeek and LA's first annual Silent Film Festival. Today on AirTalk, US prosecutors sue Southern California Edison over wildfires (0:15) Is pop m…

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LA's Bridge Home shelters, Giorgio Armani's legacy, The Value of handwriting, and more 1:39:02

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Today on AirTalk, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appears before a Senate committee to face questions about turmoil in the federal health agencies; LA grapples with bridge home shelter solutions; the NBA will investigate the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard over a potential circumvention of the salary cap; the life and legacy of fashion designer G…

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The Surprising Link Between Music and Alcohol 8:28

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🎧 Ever notice how a drink tastes better when the right song is playing? That’s not just the vibe — it’s neuroscience. In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook unpacks how music literally changes the way alcohol tastes and feels, including: Why fast beats make you sip quicker while slow music makes drinks feel smoother How pitch, tempo, and volume shape yo…

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West Coast healthcare alliance, Parenting in the smartphone age, Fatigue in the IDF, and more 1:39:36

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Today on AirTalk, the states of Washington, Oregon, and California launch a healthcare alliance; Google survives its 5-year-long antitrust lawsuit; a new book on parenting in the smartphone age; Israeli soldiers are fatigued in Gaza, and your favorite fundraising story. Today on AirTalk, West Coast states launch healthcare alliance (0:15) Google su…

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Broken No More

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On this edition of Century of Lies: Broken No More.International Overdose Awareness Day was August 31. The organization Broken No More held a news conference August 27 to lift up the voices of families who’ve lost loved ones to the toxic unregulated drug supply and to dr...By KBOO Community Radio

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Check-in on the National Guard deployment ruling, Tariffs and local importers, Triple Play returns, and more 1:39:36

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Today on AirTalk, a check-in on National Guard deployment ruling; US Attorney Essayli's departure; Triple Play; a new book explores how we may be smarter than AI; how tariffs are affecting local importers, and what TV show depicted your job accurately? Today on AirTalk: National Guard deployment deemed unlawful; US Attorney Essayli's departure (0:1…

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Connecting Recovery Communities and Incarcerated Individuals with Jesse Battle 37:13

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This week, Sara and Morgan are joined by the Senior Director of Community Partnerships at TROSA to discuss his journey from active addiction and incarceration to being a cornerstone of the recovery community in North Carolina. Listeners will gain insights into the importance of support for people in recovery and how recovery communities can act as …

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Does Alcohol Actually Make You More Creative? 8:40

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🎧 Does alcohol really unlock creativity — or is that just a myth we love to romanticize? In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook digs into the science (and the hype) behind alcohol and creativity, including: Why that first drink can feel like it frees your ideas — and why it’s mostly just lowered inhibitions How alcohol actually slows memory, focus, and …

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Healing the Brain and Embracing Zero Proof Culture 15:50

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This Episode is Sponsored by Kava Haven SOBER IS DOPE × KAVA HAVEN ✨ All the buzz, none of the booze ✨ Get 15% OFF your first order ⁠http://kavahaven.com/dope⁠ Happy Labor Day In this special Labor Day episode presented by Kava Haven, Pop Buchanan reflects on the journey of 2025 and shares an inspiring vision for the months ahead. He discusses the …

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From heroin to a holy diner moment: Adam Vibe Gunton’s road to recovery and redemption. 56:30

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Send us a text From a near-death overdose to an encounter with Jesus in a diner, Adam Vibe Gunton's story isn’t just intense—it’s transformational. In this episode, Adam shares how the tragic loss of a friend led to years of addiction, and how surrender, spiritual awakening, and rapid action in recovery finally brought lasting change. Now the found…

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ChatGPT at CSU, Food Friday, FilmWeek, and more 1:39:06

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Today on AirTalk, CSU students and faculty now have access to ChatGPT; a new investigation finds that C-sections have become the most common inpatient surgery; traditional Filipino baked goods with San and Wolves Bakeshop and FilmWeek. Today on AirTalk: CSU students now have access to ChatGPT (0:15) C-sections become the most common inpatient surge…

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LAUSD enrollment declines, Glamping in Joshua Tree, TV Talk, and more 1:38:55

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Today on AirTalk, a new report outlines LAUSD's decline in enrollment; glamping near Joshua Tree; the soaring life of Amelia Earhart; an update on the Dodgers gondola project; a new bill proposes CA restaurants to display allergens and TV Talk. Today on AirTalk: LAUSD enrollment declines (0:15) Glamping in Joshua Tree (16:02) A new book on Amelia E…

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Would You Still Drink If It Wasn’t Cool? 10:02

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Would you still drink if it didn’t come with the image? The vibe? The “cool factor”? In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down how alcohol’s popularity has more to do with marketing than biology — and why many of us are drinking for identity, not enjoyment. You’ll learn: How alcohol became the default symbol of adulthood, rebellion, and connect…

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Single fathers by choice, Shade in LA, Online dating whisper networks, and more 1:38:58

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Today on AirTalk, Cracker Barrel retains its old logo after pressure from conservatives; single dads by choice are on the rise; low-tech solutions to stay cool in the heat; Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement buzz, and the rise of whisper networks for active daters. Today on AirTalk: Cracker Barrel retains its old logo (0:15) Single dads by …

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Chicago Stands Tall

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On this edition of Century of Lies: Chicago Stands Tall.Illinois Governor JB Pritzker held a news conference in Chicago August 25 to denounce federal threats and urge to resistance to the Trump regime’s attacks on democracy, civil rights, and personal freedoms. We hear p...By KBOO Community Radio

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ICE detention updates, Interview with Yo-Yo Ma and Angélique Kidjo, Retirement and mental health, and more 1:39:08

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Today on AirTalk, how President Trump's latest cuts to the Solar for All program affect SoCal; ICE detention updates; Yo-Yo Ma and Angélique Kidjo join together in concert at The Hollywood Bowl; latest on LA fire insurance claims; how retirement affects mental health, and a new biography on The Everly Brothers. Today on AirTalk: SoCal solar program…

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Connecting Alcohol with Cancer Risk with Catherine T. Brunson 32:02

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During this episode, Sara and Morgan are joined by Catherine T. Brunson, representing the Opioid Response Network, to discuss the Surgeon General’s report on the connections between alcohol consumption and cancer diagnoses. Listeners will gain insights into the historical parallels between tobacco and alcohol regulations and an understanding of the…

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Are Non-Alcohol Drinks Really Healthier? 11:56

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Non-alcoholic beer is trending hard — but is it actually healthier, or just beer in disguise? In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook dives into the science and hype behind the non-alcoholic beer boom, exploring: What “non-alcoholic” really means (spoiler: it’s not always 0.0%) Why NA beer doesn’t wreck your sleep like regular booze — but still isn’t a w…

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The latest on UCLA's negotiations with the Trump administration, Immigration during the Gold Rush, Rethinking doubt, and more 1:39:08

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Today on AirTalk, the latest on UCLA's negotiations with the Trump administration, check in on international student enrollment; a new book on decision making; immigration during the Gold Rush and what are the different interests with your partner? Today on AirTalk UCLA faces $1-Billion fine (0:15) Latest on international student enrollment (17:40)…

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A new memoir on Asian fetishization, Food Friday: Villa's Tacos, FilmWeek, and more 1:39:04

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Today on AirTalk, the FAA clears 158 million dollars in funding for CA airports; Kaila Yu joins us to discuss her new memoir on grappling with her fetishized identity; Villa's Tacos chef discusses their journey and FilmWeek. Today on AirTalk, CA airports receive funds from FAA (0:15) Kaila Yu's new memoir (15:47) Food Friday: Villa's Tacos (36:54) …

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Jacob’s liver failed, and no one knew why. He was hiding alcohol, and his shame. This is how hope, honesty, and functional medicine saved his life. 39:51

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Send us a text Jacob didn’t think he had a drinking problem—he had a stocked bar, a man cave, and a fridge full of beer. But beneath the surface, his organs were shutting down. What began as casual drinking escalated into secrecy, daily dependence, and health collapse. His liver began to fail. Doctors said palliative care. But a lifeline arrived. T…

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Philanthropy and public media, Salton Sea pollution report, Pasadena Humane Society, and more 1:02:14

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Today on AirTalk, LA sends out civilian response teams to certain 911 calls as part of a pilot program; a new report suggests that the Salton Sea is not as polluting as it seems; CA voters are pushing back on redistricting efforts; will philanthropy be able to save public media?; Pasadena's Humane Society has a new game plan and TV Talk. Today on A…

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The Alcohol-Work Trap 11:32

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Ever feel like you “deserve” that glass of wine after a long day? You’re not alone — but what if that after-work ritual is doing more harm than good? In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook dives into the psychological and biological trap of using alcohol as a reward, including: How alcohol hijacks your brain’s dopamine and cortisol systems Why drinking …

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Favorite depictions of LA, Virtue-signaling on college campuses, North Hollywood Valley Plaza, and more 1:39:21

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Today on AirTalk, the Los Angeles City Council narrowly opposes new residential construction near transit lines; YouTube is introducing a new AI-age verification system; what are your favorite depictions of LA in the media?; North Hollywood Valley Plaza has been declared a public nuisance; US Campus' latest virtue-signaling undermines real expressi…

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Connecting Problem Gambling with Sports Betting Apps with Tiffany Reddick and Josh Hampton 31:07

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This week, Sara and Morgan are joined by two problem gambling professionals, Tiffany Reddick and Josh Hampton, to discuss the increase of problem gambling among all age demographics due to the availability of gambling. Listeners will gain greater awareness of problem gambling in North Carolina, including the common signs and symptoms to watch for, …

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Higher Education

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On this edition of Century of Lies: Higher Education.Host Doug McVay is joined in conversation by Dale Sky Jones, President and CEO of Oaksterdam University, to talk about activism, education, parenting, and the life and legacy of Oaksterdam’s founder the late Richard Lee.By KBOO Community Radio

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Mail-in ballots, LA 2028 Olympics check-in, LA County beach erosion, and more 1:38:54

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Today on AirTalk, the Trump administration vows to limit almost all access to mail-in ballots; LA 2028 Olympic finance and logistical updates; the state of robotics in the age of AI; how LA County is dealing with beach sand erosion; how to have a drought-friendly yard, and why we can't fall asleep. Today on AirTalk: President Trump looks to end mai…

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“Everyone Drinks Like This” — The Normalization That Keeps You Stuck 8:45

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We’ve all heard it: “Everyone drinks like this.” But… do they? And more importantly—should we? In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down the myth of “normal” drinking and how that phrase has quietly normalized behaviors that might actually be hurting us more than helping. From gray area drinking to social pressure, we explore how culture, neuro…

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CA and TX redistricting, LA's historic Black Cultural Sites, Drone delivery, and more 1:39:12

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Today on AirTalk, Trump and Zelenskyy meet to discuss Russia-Ukraine war; The redistricting saga continues; L.A.'s Black historical sites; The state senate wants to regulate self-checkout; The future of delivery drones; and what's the best age. Today on AirTalk: Trump Zelenskyy meeting (0:15) California and Texas redistricting (16:07) LA's historic…

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Proposed FAA rules could make drone delivery dreams a realit 13:52

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For seemingly years now, getting your goods delivered by drone has been a reality that's always just around the corner. Yet the long-promised technology has been slow to take off in the United States. More than six years after the Federal Aviation Administration approved commercial home deliveries with drones, the service mostly has been confined t…

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US-Russia Summit in Alaska, Food Friday, FilmWeek, and more 1:39:01

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Today on AirTalk, the agenda of today's US-Russia Summit in Alaska; Huntington Beach's majority Latino neighborhoods are questioning the use of high-tech surveillance cameras; Indian and Mexican food come together at Appu's Tumeric Cafe and FilmWeek. Today on AirTalk Vladimir Putin comes to Anchorage, Alaska to meet President Trump (0:15) Surveilla…

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Sean Hemeon was a drug kingpin turned informant by federal agents . Meth, and the shame of being queer nearly killed him. This is his recovery story. 1:23:09

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Send us a text Sean was interrogated by federal agents. They were asking him to turn informant. And he did. That moment — terrifying, surreal — was the culmination of years spent running from trauma, shame, and addiction. Raised Mormon and queer, Sean lived in silence and meth helped him feel connected and accepted. But it almost killed him. From s…

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Alcohol consumption declines, White House review of the Smithsonian, Jonathan Demme's life and work, and more 1:39:00

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Today on AirTalk, Fewer Americans are reporting alcohol consumption, according to a new Gallup poll; A new book explores the life and work of the late director Jonathan Demme; The White House is set to conduct a review of the Smithsonian; Trigger warnings and TV Talk. Today on AirTalk Alcohol consumption declines (0:15) Jonathan Demme's life and wo…

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How to Build a Night Routine Without Wine 8:15

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It’s the myth we’ve all heard (or lived): “A glass of wine helps me sleep.” But what if that glass is actually wrecking your rest? In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down the sneaky truth about alcohol and sleep. Spoiler: that cozy buzz might knock you out fast, but it’s also ruining your REM, messing with your stress hormones, and leaving yo…

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Update on Covid-19 funding, Breast Reduction, AirTalk 40th: Live at Skirball Cultural Center, and more 1:42:30

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Today on AirTalk, an update on COVID-19 funding and the latest on the future of vaccination efforts, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons reports a slight increase in breast reduction procedures; ESPN and FOX merge and UFC moves to Paramount+ as new low-price subscription models enter the market and our celebration of AirTalk's 40th anniversary…

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#FreeDC

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On this edition of Century of Lies: #FreeDC.The International Network of People who Use Drugs have released a new publication on developing a successful, and sustainable response, to HIV. Entitled No Fix Without Us, this brief identifies essential elements of such a re...By KBOO Community Radio

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Fast food sales decline, the latest on Andrew Do, the 60th anniversary of the Watts Rebellion, and more 1:37:55

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Today on AirTalk, fast food chains are starting to see a decline in revenue; the superior court struck down the LAUSD charter school system policy; a new book connects environmental impacts to serial killers in the west; the latest on Andrew Do; AOL shuts down; and the 60th anniversary of the Watts Rebellion. Today on AirTalk, Fast food sales decli…