Best Commonplace Podcasts (2025)

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Commonplace or Controversial? Trademarking the F-Word 3:28

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Today, we’re revisiting a story that’s as provocative as it is legally fascinating: the ongoing trademark battle over the F-word. Read the full article F-Word as a Trademark? Federal Circuit Leaves the Door Open as it Vacates TTAB’s Decision About the authors Jennifer A. Van Kirk Erica R. Halstead Lori B. Cohen…

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Inokashira Park Dismemberment Incident 1:08:36

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*From WIKI The Inokashira Park dismemberment incident is an unsolved murder that occurred in Inokashira Park, a park between Mitaka and Musashino, Tokyo, in April 1994, wherein a dismembered body had been found. The incident is noted for the unusual state the victim was found in, in that they had been cut into 20-centimetres pieces with precision e…

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Ep. 282 - How to Use The Great Ideas in Your Commonplace Books w/Dr. Jacob Allee 1:17:07

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Ep. 282 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast is all about commonplace books! Check out my Substack, Parker's Ponderings, here: https://parknotes.substack.com/Check out my Science Fiction and Fantasy short stories here: https://parkersfiction.substack.com/Check out Dr. Jacob Allee's Substack for more info on the Study the Great Books Commonplace Book: ht…

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278 - How to Solve a Murder 30:59

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You’re well on your way to becoming an amateur homicide investigator. Weather: "Camelot" by ⁠Dessa⁠⁠⁠ Original episode art by ⁠Jessica Hayworth⁠ ⁠Episode transcripts⁠ ⁠HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS⁠ FROM NIGHT VALE 2026 TOUR DATES ⁠Tix on sale now⁠! ⁠UNLICENSED Season 3⁠⁠⁠ is here! Only on Audible Pre-order the ⁠Welcome to Night Vale Roleplaying Game⁠ Get the…

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Recruiting Success Stories: Ana Maria Gutiérrez 45:59

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Today’s episode is part of our Recruiting Success stories series. Lori Patton, our Chief Recruiting Officer, sits down with Ana Maria Gutiérrez, a partner in our Denver office and Head of our Environmental Law Practice. The two discuss Ana's decision to make the jump to Womble and how she approaches achieving ambitious goals at the firm. More about…

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Live From Brick Lane: Mark+Fold’s 10th Anniversary & The Stationery Freaks Origin Story 30:40

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In this special on-the-road episode, Rob and Helen meet in person for the first time in almost six years — to celebrate Mark+Fold’s 10-year anniversary at their Brick Lane pop-up. Recorded between a noisy East London bar and the beautifully minimalist Mark+Fold shop, this episode is a blend of celebration, nostalgia, and stationery-fueled creativit…

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IQ Scores and Embryo Selection. What Could Go Wrong? 4:41

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Today, we’re looking at a provocative development in reproductive science: selecting embryos based on projected intelligence. Picture this: a couple undergoing IVF is presented with three embryos. They’re told each has a different predicted IQ. Embryo 1, 2, or 3—who’s likely to be the smartest? Read the full article The Intersection of Genetics and…

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Rebroadcast: Confronting Deepfakes in the Judicial System 3:32

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In today’s episode, we're diving into a fascinating and, possibly, a somewhat alarming topic: AI-generated deepfakes and their impact on evidence authenticity in court. Read the full article AI-Generated Deepfakes in Court: An Emerging Threat to Evidence Authenticity? About the author Al WindhamBy Womble Bond Dickinson

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Rebroadcast: From Chickpeas to Courtrooms: The Legal Identity of Plant-Based Meats 3:34

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Welcome back to Womble Perspectives. Today, we’re diving into the increasingly complex world of food labeling—specifically, how nontraditional meat products are navigating a growing regulatory maze. As plant-based and cultivated meats gain popularity, lawmakers and regulators are stepping in to ensure consumers aren’t misled. But what does that mea…

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Carl Wanderer and the Case of the Ragged Stranger 1:22:09

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Carl Otto Wanderer was a convicted murderer tied to what became known as "The Case of the Ragged Stranger". Wanderer murdered his wife Ruth and a "ragged stranger" in a bizarre plot, whose exact motivations remain unknown. Be good, Stay safe and Laugh at the Dark Stuff! #comedy #crime #truecrime #wildman Support your brothers at: www.patreon.com/Br…

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Radioactive Shrimp and the Future of FDA Oversight 5:10

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Today, we’re diving into a story that’s been making waves: radioactive shrimp. It sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie, but it’s very real. U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents recently intercepted multiple shipments of cloves and frozen shrimp from two Indonesian islands—Java and Sumatra—that tested positive for Cesium-137. So what comes n…

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WBD Recruiting Success Stories: Alexandre de Gramont 21:30

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Today’s episode is part of our Recruiting Success stories series. Lori Patton, our Chief Recruiting Officer, sits down with Alex de Gramont, a partner in the Business Litigation Group, and leader of the firm’s International Disputes Practice.By Womble Bond Dickinson

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277 - Locked Library Mystery 28:11

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There has been an impossible murder in a locked room! Also, more importantly, it's the big Turkey Day sale at Ralph's. Weather: "I Get Hurt" by ⁠Victor Jones The voice of Dana Cardinal is Jasika Nicole Original episode art by ⁠Jessica Hayworth⁠ ⁠Episode transcripts⁠ 2025-26 TOUR DATES ⁠Tix on sale now⁠! ⁠UNLICENSED Season 3⁠⁠⁠ is here! Only on Audi…

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What Happens When Federal Law Meets Pro Sports and Doesn’t Like What it Finds? 4:50

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Today’s topic is a federal case that’s got some in the sports world playing defense: charges against former and current NBA players and coaches for illegal sports gambling, rigged poker games, and organized crime. Read the full article Former and Current NBA Players and Coaches Have Been Charged Under Federal Law. What Law? About the authors Glenn …

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Billy Lee Chadd 1:05:26

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*From WIKI Billy Lee Chadd (born December 14, 1954) is an American serial killer and rapist. Raised by two alcoholics, he began committing crimes at a young age, first getting into trouble with the law for a rape he committed when he was 15. Between 1974 and 1978, he raped and fatally stabbed two women in California. After being arrested for those …

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Household Stationery That Actually Helps: Labels, Whiteboards, Junk Drawers & Kitchen Kanban | Stationery Freaks Podcast 43:35

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Household stationery isn’t “our precious pens and paper in our study” — it’s the everyday tools that keep a home ticking. We talk freezer-proof labels, kitchen whiteboards, year-at-a-glance calendars we forget to update, junk-drawer essentials, elastic bands vs Velcro ties for cables, and even a full Kanban wall system that helps a building busines…

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Taking a Deep Dive into Buying Government Property 4:55

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In today's episode, we’re talking about something that most people probably didn’t know was a thing: buying buildings from the federal government. Read the full article Guide to Buying Buildings From the Federal Government About the authors Pamela V. Rothenberg Patrice Z. Howard, Ph.D.By Womble Bond Dickinson

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Ep. 286 - Stoicism, Christianity, and Sports w/Dr. Michael Tremblay 1:19:04

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Grab a copy of issue one of my new philosophical science fiction & fantasy magazine here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ParkerZines In episode 286 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined once again by my friend, Dr. Michael Tremblay. This time we try to get into his paper on stoicism and sports but I continually derail us into talking about Christi…

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Rethinking Lab Test Regulation 4:46

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In today’s episode, we’re diving into a pretty big shift in how lab-developed tests are regulated in the United States. If you’re up on FDA developments, you may have heard that there’s an effort to regulate these tests as medical devices. But a recent federal court ruling in Texas just flipped the script. Instead of agreeing with the FDA, the cour…

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Narration in The Classroom with Classical Educator, Charlene Thompson 48:22

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About the Guest Charlene Thompson is a first grade teacher in her fourth year at Founders Classical Academy in Rogers, Arkansas. She holds a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Harding University and is a passionate learner of classical education. She believes in cultivating wisdom and virtue through rich literature, narration, and the d…

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Ep. 285 -Soliciting Joe Folley's Unsolicited Philosophical Advice 2:02:55

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Grab a copy of issue one of my new philosophical science fiction & fantasy magazine here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ParkerZines In episode 285 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined by my new friend, Joe Folley of @unsolicitedadvice9198 . It was a genuine pleasure to talk with this dude! I had planned to talk for an hour but we were having suc…

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Ep. 284 - The Philosophy of Philosophize This! w/Stephen West @philosophizethispodcast 1:09:46

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Check out issue 1 of my brand new philosophical science fiction and fantasy magazine, Sages, Mages, & Wisdom Machines, here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ParkerZines In episode 284 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined by one of my podcasting heroes, Stephen West of @philosophizethispodcast We touch on some of the history of his podcast and almo…

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Death of David Coughlin 1:17:15

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Alrighty everyone... lots of #wildman going on in this case... From the wiki... David Coughlin was killed in 1999 in the desert of southern New Mexico, in the United States, after he and Raffi Kodikian got lost while hiking. Kodikian later pleaded guilty to second-degree murder, saying that it had been a mercy killing, and served 16 months.[1] He w…

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Ep. 283 - Does Panpsychism Entail That Robots are Conscious? w/Dr. Philip Goff 1:14:57

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In episode 283 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, Dr. Philip Goff is back to talk panpsychism once again but this time we focus in on machine consciousness in light of panpsychism. If everything is conscious, does that mean we get conscious AIs for free? Check out my work on the problems with attributing consciousness to AI here: https://parknotes.su…

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A New Era in Immigration Oversight? 6:15

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Today we’re unpacking a major shift in immigration enforcement that’s already reshaping how employers and employees interact with federal agencies. On October 6, 2025, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services entered a new chapter. Traditionally known for processing immigration paperwork, United States Citizenship and Immigration Serv…

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Ep. 281 - Greek and Roman Philosophy for New Testament Readers w/Dr. Tim Brookins 57:56

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In episode 281 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined once again by Dr. Timothy Brookins. This time we discuss Greek and Roman philosophy and how the reader of the New Testament can benefit from understanding the influential philosophy of the time period. Grab Dr. Brookins' book on Roman and Greek Philosophy here to support my work: https://am…

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Patent Pitfalls and Best Practices: What BillJCo Teaches Us 5:24

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In today’s episode, we’re diving into a pair of Federal Circuit decisions that offer some powerful lessons for patent practitioners—especially when it comes to claim drafting and arguing non-obviousness. Read the full article Watch Your Step: Negative Claim Limitations Present Pitfalls and Secondary Considerations are No Safety Net About the author…

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276 - The Big Game 30:13

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Let's have a look at sports. Weather: "The Cyclone" by Al Olender⁠⁠ Original episode art by Jessica Hayworth Episode transcripts 2025-26 TOUR DATES Tix on sale now! UNLICENSED Season 3⁠⁠ is here! Only on Audible Pre-order the Welcome to Night Vale Roleplaying Game Get the Night Vale newsletter for news and stories Patreon is how we exist! Music: Di…

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Ep. 280 - The "Chosen One" Motif in Speculative Fiction w/Christopher Ruocchio 1:32:29

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In ep. 280 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined once again by the author of the Sun Eater science-fantasy series, Christopher Ruocchio. This time we talk about the philosophy of the chosen one motif that is so popular in speculative fiction stories, including his own! For more from Christopher check out @SunEaterBooks and check out his Patre…

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The Murder of Carol Morgan 1:26:28

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Oh boy we have a bit of a wild one.. A Womanizer, a woman... another woman... a murder! A hitman! BUT WHO'S SIDE IS HE ON!? Be good, Stay safe and Laugh at the Dark Stuff! #comedy #crime #truecrime #wildman Support your brothers at: www.patreon.com/Brotherscommonplace Contact: [email protected] Please Like and Subscribe! And Share with …

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Ep. 279 - How to Be an Everyday Saint with Josh Nadeu from Sword & Pencil 1:32:30

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In episode 279 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined by Josh Nadeau of Sword and Pencil on instagram to talk about his fantastic new book. Grab the book here to support my podcast: https://amzn.to/4ko7n1CCheck Josh out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swordandpencil/# →Sponsors/Discounts Check out https://murdycreative.co/PARKERNOTES a…

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Shifting Policies and Complex Trade Agreements: the Forces Shaping Global Trade, Part 2 of 2 22:43

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Welcome back to Womble Perspectives. Today’s episode is the second in a series focusing on the complex world of international trade. From shifting tariff policies to trade agreements, we’re exploring the forces shaping global trade. Whether you’re a seasoned economist, business leader, or simply curious about how trade impacts your daily life, this…

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Ep. 278 - The Deeper Message in Starship Troopers w/Dr. Jacob Allee 1:00:56

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n episode 278 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Jacob Allee to discuss Starship Troopers by Robert Heinlein and how it's message can be used to help call boys up into manhood. Jacob runs a fantastic Substack called Study the Great Books that you can find here: https://stgb.substack.com/Grab Starship Troopers here to support my podc…

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Labeling Change, Life-Saving Impact. The FDA’s New Opioid Rules 4:15

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On July 31st, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced sweeping changes to the safety labeling of all opioid pain medications. These updates aim to better communicate the risks of long-term opioid use—risks that include misuse, addiction, overdose, and a range of serious side effects. For drug manufacturers, this means updating product…

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Ep. 277 - Improving Stoicism w/ Boethius and Dr. Thomas Ward 1:17:47

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In episode 277 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast I'm joined once again by Dr. Thomas Ward of the Baylor philosophy department. This time we're discussing his fantastic new book, After Stoicism: the Last Words of the Last Roman Philosopher. Grab After Stoicism here to support my podcast: https://amzn.to/42t7fHs and Grab Boethius's Consolation of philo…

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Long May You Run…Into a Trademark Lawsuit? 5:42

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Takahiro Shiraishi 1:04:21

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Let's talk books! The voice of Tamika Flynn is Symphony Sanders To hear the rest of this bonus episode and to get tons of other great benefits, join our Patreon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Night Vale Presents