In his series "Crazy Wisdom," Stewart Alsop explores cutting-edge topics, particularly in the realm of technology, such as Urbit and artificial intelligence. Alsop embarks on a quest for meaning, engaging with others to expand his own understanding of reality and that of his audience. The topics covered in "Crazy Wisdom" are diverse, ranging from emerging technologies to spirituality, philosophy, and general life experiences. Alsop's unique approach aims to make connections between seemingly ...
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Young and Profiting with Hala Taha (Entrepreneurship, Sales, Marketing)
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Young and Profiting with Hala Taha is the must-listen podcast for anyone who is hardcore into entrepreneurship. Hosted by Hala Taha, a self-made entrepreneur and marketing expert, this top-ranked show features mini-masterclasses with business icons and entrepreneurs like GaryVee, Alex Hormozi, Mel Robbins, Reid Hoffman, Tom Bilyeu and Codie Sanchez. Listen to YAP to profit in all aspects of life - from boosting sales and beating algorithms, to brain hacks and biohacking. Whether you’re launc ...
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Research psychologist Angela Duckworth (author of "Grit") and tech and sports executive Mike Maughan really like to ask people questions, and they believe there’s no such thing as a stupid one. So they have a podcast where they can ask each other as many “stupid questions” as they want. New episodes each week. "No Stupid Questions" is a production of the Freakonomics Radio Network. To get every show in the Freakonomics Radio Network without ads and a monthly bonus episode of Freakonomics Rad ...
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Exploring the nature of reality and beyond, featuring some of the most prolific authors, researchers, scientists & experiencers. Paranormal, Occult, UFOs, hidden history, conspiracies, spirituality & more! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/forbidden-knowledge-news--3589233/support.
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Tales of supernatural suspense written, produced, and narrated by Soren Narnia. The text of these stories is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike CC BY-NC-SA. Listen ad-free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sorennarnia Introductory music for Spotify videos: 'Flare Star' by Michael Vignola, all rights reserved. SpectreVision Radio is a bespoke podcast network at the intersection between the arts and the uncanny, featuring a tapestry of shows exploring creati ...
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Freakonomics co-author Stephen J. Dubner uncovers the hidden side of everything. Why is it safer to fly in an airplane than drive a car? How do we decide whom to marry? Why is the media so full of bad news? Also: things you never knew you wanted to know about wolves, bananas, pollution, search engines, and the quirks of human behavior. To get every show in the Freakonomics Radio Network without ads and a monthly bonus episode of Freakonomics Radio, start a free trial for SiriusXM Podcasts+ o ...
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This podcast might not actually kill you, but Erin Welsh and Erin Allmann Updyke cover so many things that can. In each episode, they tackle a different topic, teaching listeners about the biology, history, and epidemiology of a different disease or medical mystery. They do the scientific research, so you don’t have to. Since 2017, Erin and Erin have explored chronic and infectious diseases, medications, poisons, viruses, bacteria and scientific discoveries. They’ve researched public health ...
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My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark
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My Favorite Murder is a true crime comedy podcast hosted by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark. Each week, Karen and Georgia share compelling true crimes and hometown stories from friends and listeners. Since MFM launched in January of 2016, Karen and Georgia have shared their lifelong interest in true crime and have covered stories of infamous serial killers like the Night Stalker, mysterious cold cases, captivating cults, incredible survivor stories and important events from history lik ...
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Good One is a longform celebrity interview show that explores the creative process with a sense of humor and a great selection of hats. It's hosted by Jesse David Fox, who is a Vulture senior writer and the author of Comedy Book: How Comedy Conquered Culture and the Magic that Makes it Work. Good One is a co-production of Vulture and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Check out Good One on Youtube
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The Creative Play and Podcast Network is a Real play podcast and Blog group of people who enjoy Cosplay, RPG’s, Console Games, PC Games, CCG’s and MMO’s
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Cortex is a show that explores how creative people think about their work — and how they get it done. Each episode dives into the workflows they follow, the apps and devices they depend on, and the habits that keep projects moving. Hosted by CGP Grey and Myke Hurley.
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Under the Influence gives listeners a rare backstage pass into the hallways, boardrooms and recording studios of the ad industry.Join host and adman Terry O’Reilly for fascinating (and humorous) stories that connect the dots between pop culture, marketing and human nature. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The World's most frivolous motorcycle show. Period.
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The Knowledge at Wharton Network Acast feed serves as a curated showcase highlighting the best content from our podcast collection. Each week, we feature one standout episode from each show in the Wharton Podcast Network, giving listeners a comprehensive sample of our diverse business and academic content. This rotating selection allows audiences to discover new shows within our network while experiencing the depth and variety of Wharton's thought leadership across different topics and forma ...
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Conversations from the Hype Network; Business innovation, technology, and current events from a faith-filled perspective.
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Beyond the Prompt dives deep into the world of AI and its expanding impact on business and daily work. Hosted by Jeremy Utley of Stanford's d.school, alongside Henrik Werdelin, an entrepreneur known for starting BarkBox, prehype and other startups, each episode features conversations with innovators and leaders to uncover pragmatic stories of how organizations leverage AI to accelerate success. Learn creative strategies and actionable tactics you can apply right away as AI capabilities advan ...
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Buried Bones - a historical true crime podcast with Kate Winkler Dawson and Paul Holes
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On Buried Bones, journalist Kate Winkler Dawson and retired investigator Paul Holes dissect some of history’s most compelling true crime cases from centuries ago. Together, they explore these very old cases through a 21st century lens. With their years of expertise and knowledge of modern forensics, they reflect on how far science has come and bring new insight to old mysteries. Together, Kate and Paul have examined many cases including the 1932 Lindbergh baby kidnapping, the first time fing ...
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This podcast is a channel on the New Books Network. The New Books Network is an academic audio library dedicated to public education. In each episode you will hear scholars discuss their recently published research with another expert in their field. Discover our 150+ channels and browse our 28,000+ episodes on our website: newbooksnetwork.com Subscribe to our free weekly Substack newsletter to get informative, engaging content straight to your inbox: https://newbooksnetwork.substack.com/ ...
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Fantrax's Jesse Severe and Dobber Prospects' Victor Nuno are here to give you all the information you need to win your dynasty hockey leagues. Part of the Fantrax Podcast Network and the Dobber Hockey Podcast Network.' This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.
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The ultimate rock music history podcast for fans of the greatest era of music. If you’ve ever wondered about the true stories behind your favorite songs, or wanted to hear directly from the legends who made them, Professor of Rock is your new go-to podcast. Hosted by music historian and superfan Adam Reader, this show brings the golden era of music back to life with exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and deep dives into the songs that shaped our lives. This podcast uncovers how ...
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Join Matador Network CEO Ross Borden as he uncovers how top content creators turned their passions into thriving businesses. Each episode delves into creators' origin stories and biggest obstacles—from early setbacks to breakthrough moments—while revealing their strategies for growing audiences, monetizing content, and building brands while traveling the world. Perfect for aspiring creators and entrepreneurs seeking actionable insights to launch their own creative careers. Learn more at crea ...
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Welcome to ”TBCN Unplugged,” the podcast from The Tampa Bay Community Network! Here, we dive into the art of video-making, share cool tech tips, and chat with exciting guests from Tampa Bay’s broadcast scene. Learn how to create standout videos, meet the tech pros behind TV magic, and get introduced to the talented people shaping our local music and sports culture. It’s your backstage pass to all the exciting things happening in our community!
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The Knife: A True Crime Podcast is a weekly true crime podcast from journalist/producers Hannah Smith and Patia Eaton. It's a show about people who’ve been dropped into a story they didn't start, but are left to finish. In-depth interviews take the listener behind the punchy headlines to hear what really happened from the people who lived it. The Knife reveals the ripple effect of crime. Through empathetic, solution-oriented journalism, Hannah and Patia find the untold stories of people who’ ...
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It's Hughezy, Hello! really isn't any one type of podcast; it's a bit of everything. Sports talk, social issues, music debates, film talk and even some celebrity interviews. All done with a very Irish comedic spin.
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This podcast is a channel on the New Books Network. The New Books Network is an academic audio library dedicated to public education. In each episode you will hear scholars discuss their recently published research with another expert in their field. Discover our 150+ channels and browse our 28,000+ episodes on our website: newbooksnetwork.com Subscribe to our free weekly Substack newsletter to get informative, engaging content straight to your inbox: https://newbooksnetwork.substack.com/ ...
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The podcast will be following our gaming group and the adventures of their characters in the Fifth edition of D&D
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Looking to strengthen both your mental and physical state? You’ve come to the right place. Host, NASM Master Instructor, and health therapist Angie Miller discusses how to best balance and enhance both of these important facets.
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Welcome to Office Hours. Your professors, unmasked. Office Hours is where real people wrestle with real questions.
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Inspired by the international bestselling young adult / science-fiction novel Excelsior, this weekly interview show puts the spotlight on both up-and-coming and established creative talents who share their journey to success.
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Light a candle and pop some popcorn because things are going to get freaky. On Ghosted! by Roz Hernandez, prepare to discuss ghost stories, psychic experiences and all things that go BUMP in the night. Comedian Roz Hernandez (she/her) is joined every week by celebrity guests, paranormal professionals and maybe…GHOSTS! Human listeners are invited to share their paranormal experiences to be read aloud. Email them to [email protected]. Now available on the Exactly Right network. Be sure to ...
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Welcome to the Silver Podcast Network, a new slate of captivating intellectual properties and stories brought to you by the award-winning creative studio Silver Sound. We’re passionate about powerful storytelling no matter the genre—bringing you original content spanning from imaginative audio dramas to impactful documentaries. On this feed, you’ll hear teasers for our projects that are currently in development. For more information, please visit www.silver-nyc.com/silverpodcastnetwork. For ...
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Big Blend Radio’s ”Rants, Raves & Rock ’n Roll” Podcast is all about music, issue-driven conversations, and a little shenanigans!
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Develop beyond the image in your creative career! Hosted by photographer, best selling author and marketing strategist James Patrick, this weekly podcast is made for photographers and creative entrepreneurs who are looking to do more with the work they love. This show will give you the tools, resources, insights and information you need to amplify your creative profession! Beyond the Image is part of the IconRefined.com network. Connect with host James Patrick at JamesPatrick.com or on Insta ...
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Your favorite musicians, filmmakers, and other creative minds one-on-one. No moderator, no script, no typical questions. The Talkhouse Podcast offers unique insights into creative work from all genres and generations. Explore more illuminating shows on the Talkhouse Podcast Network.
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From Rescue Stories to Pet Care and Behavior, the Big Blend Radio ”Pet Connection” Podcast Celebrates our Furry, Feathery, and Scaly Friends! New Episodes Featuring Expert Interviews and Conversations Air Every 3rd Wednesday.
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Home to The Playlist Podcast Network and all its affiliated shows, including The Playlist Podcast, The Discourse, Be Reel, The Fourth Wall, and more. The Playlist is the obsessive's guide to contemporary cinema via film discussion, news, reviews, features, nostalgia, and more.
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Networking for Introverts is the quiet rebel’s guide to building meaningful connections—without the awkward small talk or draining meet-and-greets. Hosted by a fellow introvert who’s been through it all, this podcast is your weekly dose of real talk, mindset shifts, and practical strategies designed to help you network authentically. Whether you're a creative, entrepreneur, or professional who'd rather be anywhere but a loud room full of strangers, this is your safe space to learn how to con ...
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The Kectil World Youth Network podcast is an inspiring platform that brings together passionate young leaders from different parts of the world who are determined to drive positive change in their communities. Hosted by Kectil program alumni, this podcast showcases the journeys of fellow colleagues who share their experiences, challenges, and triumphs in their quest to make a difference in their respective countries. Through conversations with experts, professionals, and mentors, listeners g ...
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Wyrd Realities Network connects creators from all disciplines, shares ideas, & discusses passions. We bring you conversations with some of the most innovative & creative people in the industry through our network of podcasts. Our goal is to create content that inspires curiosity & a hunger to learn more in our listeners. Through this platform, we hope to showcase the diversity of perspectives & experiences that exist within the creative, supernatural, and unknown worlds around us. Topics inc ...
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The Big Daily Blend podcast celebrates holidays and observances, music and pop culture, historic happenings, and even new legistlature. Check the episode notes for music playlists, and related articles, recipes, puzzles, and more.
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Andrea Gevurtz Arai ed., "Spaces of Creative Resistance: Social Change Projects in Twenty-First-Century East Asia" (Rutgers UP, 2025)
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An exciting collection of stories of change that most people don’t usually hear from the bottom up, from the grassroots, about what’s happening in East Asia. Spaces of Creative Resistance: Social Change Projects in Twenty-First-Century East Asia (Rutgers UP, 2025) brings together an exciting cross-regional interdisciplinary group of scholars, schol…
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Bernard Forjwuor, "Critique of Political Decolonization" (Oxford UP, 2023)
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What is political independence? As a political act, what was it sanctioned to accomplish? Is formal colonialism over, or a condition in the present, albeit mutated and evolved? In Critique of Political Decolonization (Oxford UP, 2023), Bernard Forjwuor challenges what, in normative scholarship, has become a persistent conflation of two different co…
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Jordan Frith, "Barcode" (Bloomsbury, 2023)
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Barcodes are about as ordinary as an object can be. Billions of them are scanned each day and they impact everything from how we shop to how we travel to how the global economy is managed. But few people likely give them more than a second thought. In a way, the barcode's ordinariness is the ultimate symbol of its success. However, behind the munda…
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J. W. Rinzler and Lee Unkrich, "Stanley Kubrick's The Shining" (Taschen, 2023)
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In 1966 Stanley Kubrick told a friend that he wanted to make “the world’s scariest movie.” A decade later Stephen King’s The Shining landed on the director’s desk, and a visual masterpiece was born. J. W. Rinzler and Lee Unkrich's book Stanley Kubrick's The Shining (Taschen, 2023) is the definitive compendium of the film that transformed the horror…
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Anna Zeide, "US History in 15 Foods" (Bloomsbury, 2023)
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From whiskey in the American Revolution to Spam in WWII, food reveals a great deal about the society in which it exists. Selecting 15 foods that represent key moments in the history of the United States, this book takes readers from before European colonization to the present, narrating major turning points along the way, with food as a guide. US H…
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J. Barton Scott, "Slandering the Sacred: Blasphemy Law and Religious Affect in Colonial India" (U Chicago Press, 2023)
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Why is religion today so often associated with giving and taking offense? To answer this question, Slandering the Sacred: Blasphemy Law and Religious Affect in Colonial India (U Chicago Press, 2023) invites us to consider how colonial infrastructures shaped our globalized world. Through the origin and afterlives of a 1927 British imperial law (Sect…
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Philip A. Wallach, "Why Congress" (Oxford UP, 2023)
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To achieve legitimate self-government in America's extended Republic, the U.S. Constitution depends on Congress harmonizing the country's factions through a process of conflict and accommodation. Why Congress (Oxford University Press, 2023) demonstrates the value of this activity by showing the legislature's distinctive contributions in two crucial…
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Amit Varshizky, "The Metaphysics of Race: Science and Faith in the Nazi Worldview" (Taylor & Francis, 2024)
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The Metaphysics of Race seeks to reframe debates on the conflicting scientific and spiritual traditions that underpinned the Nazi worldview, showing how despite the multitude of tensions and rivals among its adherents, it provided a coherent conceptual grid and possessed its own philosophical consistency. Drawing on a large variety of works, the vo…
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Dejan Djokić, "A Concise History of Serbia" (Cambridge UP, 2023)
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Dejan Djokić's book A Concise History of Serbia (Cambridge UP, 2023) covers the full span of Serbia's history – from the sixth-century Slav migrations through until the present day – in an effort to understand the country’s position at the crossroads of east and west. The book traces key developments surrounding the medieval and modern polities ass…
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James Welsh et al., "Weathering Space" (American Scientist 114:1 2026)
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Past human space missions were protected by Earth’s magnetic field and a measure of luck, but future missions beyond the Earth–Moon system will face far greater and longer-lasting radiation risks that cannot be managed by route planning alone. The authors argue that safe deep-space exploration will require major advances in understanding radiation,…
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Alison Stone, "Women Philosophers in Nineteenth-Century Britain" (Oxford UP, 2023)
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Many women wrote philosophy in nineteenth-century Britain, and they wrote across the full range of philosophical topics. Yet these important women thinkers have been left out of the philosophical canon and many of them are barely known today. The aim of Women Philosophers in Nineteenth-Century Britain (Oxford UP, 2023) is to put them back on the ma…
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Rewind with Karen & Georgia - 77: Live At The Keswick Theatre
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It's time to Rewind with Karen & Georgia! This week, K & G recap Episode 77: Live at the Keswick Theatre. Karen told the story of serial predator Gary Heidnik and Georgia covered the first Amish man convicted of homicide, Edward Gingerich. Tune in for all-new commentary, case updates and more! Whether you've listened a thousand times or you're new …
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In this week's episode, Paul and Kate head to 1914 San Antonio, Texas where a wealthy man's wife has an accident and becomes bedridden. After hiring nurses and caregivers, a murder takes place that has multiple suspects pointing fingers. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc Se…
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Justin Hawkins Talks Classic Rock, Stadium Hits, and Bizarre Copyright Claims
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Coming up next, a collaboration with another one of my favorite YouTubers. A famous rockstar and one of the funniest guys in music, it's Justin Hawkins. We connected when he toured through Salt Lake City with The Darkness, and we had a great hang, discussing everything from our personal interactions with Corey Feldman to bonding over getting copyri…
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2025 Review: Media Clown-Show, AI Alien Gods, Charlie Kirk Psyop Theater | Ryan Gable
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On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Employment Law" Podcast with San Diego attorney Ward Heinrichs, the conversation continues on the new and evolving California employment laws for 2026. This episode takes a deeper dive into Prop 22 and gig worker classification, new wage posting requirements, tip pooling rules, wage judgments, repaym…
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Gillian Adler and Paul Strohm, "Alle Thyng Hath Tyme: Time and Medieval Life" (Reaktion, 2023)
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Alle Thyng Hath Tyme: Time and Medieval Life (Reaktion, 2023) recreates medieval people’s experience of time: as continuous and discontinuous, linear and cyclical, embracing Creation and Judgement, shrinking to ‘atoms’ or ‘droplets’ and extending to the silent spaces of eternity. They might measure time by natural phenomena such as sunrise and suns…
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FKN Classics Double Feature! | Jason Breshears - Archaix | Brandon Williams - Exit Matrix
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Fantasy Hockey Life Ep. 445 FHL-KK Crossover draft part 2
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In part 2 of the annual Keeping Karlsson/FHL crossover draft, Jesse, Victor, Brian, and Elan pick teams of players less than 70% rostered in Fantrax. Pain and fun competition ensue. First half on the Keeping Karlsson feed: https://bleav.com/shows/keeping-karlsson-fantasy-hockey-podcast/episodes/no-612-kk-x-fhl-less-than-70-rostered-draft-part-1-of-…
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This is a clip from Raised By Giants! Get access to the full episode and all thier content on all podcast platforms or click the link below! Full episode here! https://www.spreaker.com/episode/jfk-x-charlie-kirk-jay-weidner--69244899 Get access to every Raised by Giants episode! Podcast https://spreaker.page.link/Q1qN1M4A9Ve8QqaX8 Forbidden Knowled…
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Kate Clancy, "Period: The Real Story of Menstruation" (Princeton UP, 2023)
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Menstruation is something half the world does for a week at a time, for months and years on end, yet it remains largely misunderstood. Scientists once thought of an individual's period as useless, and some doctors still believe it's unsafe for a menstruating person to swim in the ocean wearing a tampon. Period: The Real Story of Menstruation (Princ…
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Michael Newton, "It's a Wonderful Life" (British Film Institute, 2023)
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Frank Capra's It's a Wonderful Life is one of the best-loved films of Classical Hollywood cinema, a story of despair and redemption in the aftermath of war that is one of the central movies of the 1940s, and a key text in America's understanding of itself. This is a film that remains relevant to our own anxieties and yearnings, to all the contradic…
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Andy Cowan, "B-Side: A Flipsided History of Pop" (Headpress, 2023)
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In his new book B-Sides: A Flipsided History of Pop (Headpress, 2023), Andy Cowan explores a century of music b-sides. Pop music would be a different beast without the B-Side. Music history is riven with songs deemed throwaway that revolted against their lowly status and refused to be denied. Be it rock'n'roll's national anthem ('Rock Around The Cl…
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Amitav Acharya, "Tragic Nation: Burma--Why and How Democracy Failed" (Penguin Random House, 2023)
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What went wrong with Burma’s democratic experiment? How are we to understand the country’s turbulent politics in the wake of the 2021 coup? In this conversation with Duncan McCargo, Amitav Acharya talks about his new book on Burma, which draws extensively on communications with young activists he refers to as “thought warriors”. He also discusses t…
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Martin Jay, "Immanent Critiques: The Frankfurt School under Pressure" (Verso, 2023)
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The Frankfurt School’s own legacy is best preserved by exercising an immanent critique of its premises and the conclusions to which they often led. By distinguishing between what is still and what is no longer alive in Critical Theory, Immanent Critiques: The Frankfurt School Under Pressure (Verso, 2023) seeks to demonstrate its continuing relevanc…
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Marion Gibson, "Witchcraft: A History in Thirteen Trials" (Scribner, 2023)
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Witchfinder General, Salem, Malleus Maleficarum. The world of witch-hunts and witch trials sounds archaic and fanciful, these terms relics of an unenlightened, brutal age. However, we often hear ‘witch-hunt’ in today’s media, and the misogyny that shaped witch trials is all too familiar. Three women were prosecuted under a version of the 1735 Witch…
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Scott A. Mitchell, "The Making of American Buddhism" (Oxford UP, 2023)
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Scott A. Mitchell is the Dean of Students and Faculty Affairs and holds the Yoshitaka Tamai Professorial Chair at the Institute of Buddhist Studies in Berkeley. He teaches and writes about Buddhism in the West, Pure Land Buddhism, and Buddhist modernism. As of 2010, there were approximately 3-4 million Buddhists in the United States, and that figur…
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Agata Fijalkowski, "Law, Visual Culture, and the Show Trial" (Routledge, 2023)
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Addressing the relationship between law and the visual, this book examines the importance of photography in Central, East, and Southeast European show trials. The dispensation of justice during communist rule in Albania, East Germany, and Poland was reliant on legal propaganda, making the visual a fundamental part of the legitimacy of the law. Anal…
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Sara Byala, "Bottled: How Coca-Cola Became African" (Oxford UP, 2023)
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Travel to virtually any African country and you are likely to find a Coca-Cola, often a cold one at that. Bottled asks how this carbonated drink became ubiquitous across the continent, and what this reveals about the realities of globalisation, development and capitalism. Bottled: How Coca-Cola Became African (Oxford University Press, 2023) by Dr. …
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From the Vault - Endometriosis: Menstrual Backwash (Ep 88)
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This episode originally aired on January 11th, 2022. Chances are you know someone with endometriosis, or perhaps you’re affected yourself. But despite its incredibly high prevalence, endo remains almost criminally understudied, undertreated, and underacknowledged. In this episode, we aim to shed light on many aspects of endometriosis, first by exam…
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