Best Commute Guy Podcasts (2025)

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His Death Influenced International Treaties - John Gabriel Perboyre 10:25

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Howdy all! Welcome back to another episode! Today, we are going to explore the life of John Gabriel Perboyre, a martyr who changed lives while both living and after death. Have a wonderful day! Prayer: (composed by John Gabriel Perboyre) O my Divine Savior, transform me into Yourself. May my hands be the hands of Jesus. Grant that every faculty of …

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From Brazilian Butt Lifts to Botox: Your Beauty Confessions 1:03:48

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Over the past few months, we've been asking you to tell us stories about your beauty interventions. You told us about feeling caught between viewing appearance improvements as vanity and recognizing how much looking a certain way affects your relationships, career, and self-worth. In this episode, Anna talks to listeners about their appearance choi…

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A Duel Changed History - Saint Romuald 12:16

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Howdy all! Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Romuald! He was living a simple life, endulging in life's pleasures when things changed suddenly and he found himself on a whole new path. Have a wonderful day! Prayer for St. Romuald: Saint Romuald, God called you to a new and glorious vocation, which He wanted to gift to the Church throug…

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Private Equity Blew Up My Life 55:40

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When Megan Greenwell was 34 she landed a coveted job in journalism as the editor-in-chief of the sports and culture blog, Deadspin. Just over a year later a post about why she was resigning went viral – a private equity firm had bought Deadspin’s parent company, and was seeking "a quick cash-out rather than the growth that comes from a well-run bus…

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Saint Juan Diego - The Man Who Met Mary 11:34

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Howdy all! Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Juan Diego, a devoted man who ran into a very surprising individual on his way to church one day. Have a wonderful day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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Why Filmmaker Jay Duplass Had to (Kind of) Break Up With His Brother 1:02:57

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After two decades of making movies with his younger brother Mark, Jay Duplass has gone solo. This week, he tells Anna about all the factors that led to that decision: tricky union rules, his brother’s career taking off without him, and the need to provide for his family. They also talk about the resulting film, a tender and unique indie rom-com cal…

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Patron of the Everyday Man - Saint Pier Giorgio Frassati 15:02

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Howdy all! Today is a very special day, today two saints have been canonized! One of these saints is Pier Giorgio Frassati. He was a generous and caring man who loved adventure, but loved his faith more. Nothing stopped him from helping others, even as he lay in his deathbed. Have a blessed day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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The Gamer Saint - Carlo Acutis 19:50

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Howdy all! Today we are doing something pretty special because the saint we are learning about, Carlo Acutis, was canonized today! Carlo is the first 21st century saint, and he led an inspiring life that was cut far too short. Have a wonderful day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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Sex-Positive Parents, Crass Grandparents, and a Weird and Wonderful Childhood 58:02

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When comedy writer Tamara Yajia talks about her childhood, she’s sometimes unsure what tone to strike. Her new memoir Cry for Me Argentina: My Life as a Failed Child Star depicts a very fun nuclear family with parents and grandparents who are loud, crass, and sex-positive. There are hilarious moments and situations that seem wildly inappropriate. I…

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She Single-handedly fended off an Entire Army - Saint Clare of Assisi 16:10

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Howdy All! In today's episode we are going to learn about Saint Clare of Assisi. She left home as a girl, started her own order, fended off invading forces, and stood her ground against multiple Popes. She is truly an inspiring woman. Have a wonderful day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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Your Moving Stories 47:25

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They say moving is one of life’s most stressful events. We asked for your stories about why you’re doing it. Plus, Heidi Reinberg was priced out of a Brooklyn neighborhood she loved. Where did she end up? Death, Sex & Money is produced by Slate! To support us and our colleagues, please sign up for our membership program, Slate Plus. Members get ad-…

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Saint Gall had the Coolest Pet Ever! 11:06

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Howdy everyone! Today we are going to explore the life and story of Saint Gallus, aka Saint Gall, a very passionate and faithful man who had an awesome pet! Have a wonderful day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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The Internet Taught Me to Diet, Then Saved Me With Weightlifting 54:57

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Casey Johnston grew up in a family where being thin mattered. In college, the internet told her to eat 1,200 calories and do endless cardio if she wanted to lose weight. That habit followed her into her late twenties, until she came upon a Reddit post about weightlifting that changed her relationship to her body and just about everything else. Case…

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Who is The Doctor of Homilies - Peter Chrysologus 9:19

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Howdy all! Today we are going to learn about the life of Saint Peter Chrysologus, the "golden-worded" man who wrote some of the most profound homilies the Catholic Church has ever known. Have a wonderful day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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He’ll Move Your Couch, and Keep Your Secrets 39:48

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Adonis Williams has been a mover in New York City for 20 years. He says he's moved about 3,500 people, and with each move, he catches a glimpse of a life in transition. There are the happy moves: getting a bigger place, couples moving in together, kids going off to college. There are also the sad moves: divorce, breakups, eviction. Adonis says he t…

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Who was the Levitator Saint Joseph of Cupertino? 9:41

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Howdy everyone! In today's episode we will explore the life of Saint Joseph of Cupertino, a devoted saint who levitated his way into history. Have a wonderful day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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How the Ultra-Rich Think…and What They Fear 59:01

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Evan Osnos has spent nearly his whole life observing the habits, values, and norms of the wealthy elite, from his childhood in suburban Connecticut to the years he spent reporting on the mega-yachts and underground bunkers of the U.S.’s richest citizens. This week, he talks to Anna about his new book The Haves and Have-Yachts: Dispatches on the Ult…

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Saint George the Dragon Slayer 11:43

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Howdy all! In today's episode we are going to explore the history of Saint George, possibly the same man as Al-Khidr. A soldier, martyr, and dragon-slayer! Take care and have a wonderful day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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The Real-Life Willy Wonka Who Built Tony Hawk a Secret Desert Train 54:51

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N.D. Austin is not an event planner. He designs experiences, which he says are supposed to leave you feeling transformed. He’s designed hundreds over the years, from secret sewer speakeasies to coming-of-age rituals on deserted islands, to funeral board games that guide people through decades of memories. In this episode, Anna talks to skateboardin…

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Seth Rogen Has Empathy and Disdain for Bad Hollywood Execs (Talk Easy) 1:16:18

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Actor-writer-director Seth Rogen discusses Hollywood's perpetual existential crisis, where art and commerce constantly battle for dominance. On the heels of the Emmy nominated Apple TV+ series The Studio, Rogen talks about finding humor in the industry's dysfunction, and how his lifelong friendships shaped him as an artist. This interview comes fro…

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Who was Saint Elizabeth of Hungary? 10:02

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Howdy all! Welcome back to another episode, today we are going to learn about the life of Saint Elizabeth of Hungary (aka Elizabeth of Thuringia). Though her life was short, she did incredible things and helped as many people as she could. Have a great day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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The Elvis Impersonator That Married 75 People a Day 35:17

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Brendan Paul co-owns the Graceland Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas, which claims to be the site of the world's first Elvis-themed wedding. Dressed in sparkly jumpsuits, Brendan marries sometimes as many as 75 people a day—in back to back 15-minute appointments. But while his portrayal of Elvis is generally a jovialone, his view on The King's life isn't…

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Saint Maximilian Kolbe - He Saved Lives In WWII Germany 15:11

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Howdy all! Today we are going to learn about the Saint Maximilian Kolbe. Born in Poland in the 19th century, he travelled the world and wound up in the worst place possible... but he still held hope. Have a great day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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The Honeymoon That Ended in Immigration Detention 53:24

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Silvia Camila Muñoz and Bradley Bartell had been married for less than a year when ICE stopped them at the airport on the way back from their honeymoon in Puerto Rico. Silvia Camila came to the United States in 2019 to work at a Wisconsin waterpark for one season. The pandemic caused her to overstay her visa and continue to work without authorizati…

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Who Was Saint Rita? A Victim Destined for Greatness 10:38

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Howdy everyone! In today's episode of the Sanctified Podcast, we are going to explore the life of Saint Rita, a woman who had to endure a difficult start to life but found peace by the end. Take care and have a great day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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What Military Service During “Peacetime” is Really Like 54:22

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Ray Christian joined the U.S. Army in 1978, as a way to get his life started. He became a paratrooper, an infantryman, and a drill sergeant. He also endured trauma and found that getting out of the service was more challenging than he expected. This week, Ray discusses why he signed up in the first place, what it was like serving in-between major c…

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Who was the Miracle Man of Montreal? 10:37

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Howdy all! In today's episode I take a look at the life and accomplishments of Saint Andre Bessette, aka the Miracle Man of Montreal. Enjoy and have a wonderful day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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Baywatch Made Me World Famous. My Stalker Stole My Privacy. 53:01

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Alexandra Paul always loved connecting with fans. She had many, from her breakout role in the 1983 horror film Christine to her years playing a lifeguard on Baywatch. In 2011, Paul's career was slowing down, but it was also the year that she met her biggest fan: a woman who would come to stalk her for over a decade, costing Paul tens of thousands o…

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Why did Pope Leo XIV Choose "Leo"? 9:40

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Howdy everyone! Today I am going to talk about why Pope Leo XIV chose the name "Leo". We will go over Saint Leo the Great, Pope Leo XIII, and our newest Pope, Pope Leo XIV. I hope you enjoy the episode! Have a great day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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Allison Williams on Botox, Privilege, and Gen Z’s Love of Marnie From ‘Girls’ 1:13:20

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On June 11th, actress Allison Williams joined Anna live onstage at the Tribeca Festival in New York City for a conversation that was equal parts introspective and hilarious. Allison talked about everything from botox and how it impacts her work (and the faces she’s able to make to her young son) to her very complicated and controversial film and TV…

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Who Was Jacques Berthieu? 9:26

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Howdy all, welcome to another episode! Today we are going to look at the life of Saint Jacques Berthieu, a truly devoted man who found himself in the wrong place at the wrong time. Have a wonderful day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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How Much Can Your Love Life Change in One Summer? 36:17

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In 2018, we followed eight listeners as they dated over the course of the summer. We heard about having sex for the first time, being ghosted, downloading and deleting dating apps, and grieving one partner while falling in love with someone new. In this episode, you’ll hear the final check-in with our eight daters (you can listen to the first and s…

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Who Was Saint Willibald the Pilgrim? 9:22

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Howdy everyone! In today's episode we are going to explore the life and story of Saint Willibald, the first Englishman in recorded history to perform a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Hope you enjoy Willibald's story! Have a great day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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Money Advice For This Weird Moment 1:10:39

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At a time when inflation, tariffs, and stock market fluctuations are creating confusion and financial strain, we’ve assembled an unlikely panel of experts to answer your money questions, big and small. Our panel includes: Bethel Habte, a financial coach and author of the Deconstructing Money newsletter; Mark Blythe, economics professor at Brown Uni…

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Who Was Saint Moses the Strong? 11:35

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Howdy all! In today's episode we are going to look at the life Saint Moses the Strong, a man who started as an Egyptian slave and ended up in God's grace. Have a great day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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How a Matchmaking Job Inspired a Film About Dating's Secret Economy 43:04

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Long before Celine Song was nominated for an Academy Award for her directorial debut, Past Lives, she was a struggling playwright in New York City with a side hustle: matchmaking. In this episode, Celine talks about how that experience inspired the plot of her new A24 movie, Materialists, starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal. This…

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Who was Saint Hildegard of Bingen? 10:08

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Howdy all! Welcome to another episode of the Sanctified Podcast! Today we will take a look at the life of Saint Hildegard of Bingen, a doctor of the church and very prolific author and composer. Hope you have a great day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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Betraying a Friendship to Get a Viral Story 1:01:37

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When blogger AJ Daulerio broke the Brett Favre sexting scandal in 2010, it became one of the biggest stories of his career. But it came at a cost: he had betrayed Jenn Sterger, the woman at the center of the story, who had confided in him as a friend and explicitly asked him not to name her. The fallout was immediate and lasting. Jenn became the ta…

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Who Was Saint Cloud? The Royal Prince Turned Priest 7:11

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Howdy all! Welcome back to another episode of the Sanctified Podcast, today I will go over the life of Saint Cloud. He had it all as a child, but greet perverted the family and he had to flee. He found a new life, a more fulfilling life as a man of God though. I hope you enjoy! Have a great day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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Why Chef José Andrés Googled ‘How to Be a Father’ 38:05

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José Andrés is at the helm of more than a dozen restaurants and is famous for the humanitarian work that his organization World Central Kitchen does everywhere from Haiti to Gaza. But when it comes to parenting, José says he’s often felt less than confident. In this episode, he discusses his somewhat rocky upbringing in Spain, his successes and str…

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Who was the Great Leader Ubald Baldassini? 17:43

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Howdy All! Welcome back to another episode of the Sanctified Podcast! Today we are going to take a look at the life of Saint Ubald Baldassini, a man who feared leadership at first but grew to embrace it. Have a great day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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Your IRL Dating Stories 51:35

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A man delivers an unforgettable pickup line. A woman asks her Uber driver out on a date. A rancher swears off men and then, years later, suddenly develops feelings for the guy down the road. This week, listeners share offline dating stories for the ages, including charming meet-cutes, frustrating missed connections, and happily ever afters. We also…

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Who Was Peter Chanel the Missionary Martyr? 9:52

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Howdy! In today's episode of the Sanctified Podcast I am going to go over Saint Peter Chanel, patron saint of Oceania for his martyrdom on his mission there. Have a great day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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Isabel Allende on Grief, Ayahuasca, and Dating After 70 50:01

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Isabel Allende didn’t publish her first book until she was 39, after losing nearly everything in the wake of the Chilean military coup. More than four decades later, she’s become one of the most beloved Spanish-language authors, with over 80 million copies of her books sold worldwide. After political exile, writing books became Allende’s way of mak…

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Who was Saint Kentigern Mungo the Miracle Worker? 11:26

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Howdy all and welcome back! Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Kentigern Mungo, a saint who left such an impact, one of the most prominent UK cities roots its foundations in him. Hope you enjoy and have a great day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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The Patient and Cunning Work of Defending LGBTQ Rights with a Republican Supermajority 53:14

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In West Virginia, Republicans hold one of the largest supermajorities in the country, and it’s growing. Just 11 Democrats — down from 14 last year — are in the 134-member Legislature. It's a political reality that isn't necessarily conducive to advancing LGBTQ rights. But that's Andrew Schneider's job. As head of Fairness West Virginia, Andrew has …

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Who was Saint Blaise the Healer? 10:01

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Howdy all! In today's episode we are going to explore the life of a fairly famous yet mysterious Saint, Saint Blaise. Blaise performed some impressive miracles and it looks like he isn't finished with them yet. Have a wonderful day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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Are Airline Pilots Allowed to Be Depressed? 51:32

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To fly a plane, pilots must prove to the Federal Aviation Administration that they’re physically and mentally fit. But when it comes to mental health, the rules are complicated and, some say, outdated. Pilots who need antidepressants are limited to a short list of approved medications and must take a mandatory six-month leave. Even common diagnoses…

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Saint Cuthbert the Incorruptable 12:04

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Howdy all! Welcome back to another episode of the Sanctified Podcast! Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Cuthbert, an incorruptable miracle worker! Hope you enjoy the episode, and I hope you have a wonderful day!By SanctifiedPodcast

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How the ‘Subway Takes’ Guy Became His Own Nepo Baby 53:19

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Kareem Rahma, host of the viral web series Subway Takes, says he’s been working since he was 14 and hasn’t really taken a break. In high school, he worked service jobs. In college, he bought and re-sold motorcycles, jeans, and whatever else he thought he could flip. This week on the show, Kareem explains why he’s had so many jobs, including posts a…