Writers talking about writing. Writers talking about publishing. Writers talking about life. Authors Terry Mixon, Paul E Cooley, and Veronica Giguerre interview, babble, and usually cover a number of disassociated topics.
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NET Society is unraveling the latest in digital art, crypto, AI, and tech. Join us for fresh insights and bold perspectives as we tap into wild, thought-provoking conversations. By: Derek Edwards (glitch marfa / collab+currency), Chris Furlong (starholder, LAO + Flamingo DAO), and Aaaron Wright & Priyanka Desai (Tribute Labs)
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A science guy from the deep south (Destin) and a humanities guy from the wild west (Matt Whitman) discuss deep questions with varying levels of maturity.
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If you like a good, broad mix of Science - new science, hard science, pop science, historical science and very silly science, listen to Diffusion.
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LIGHTSPEED MAGAZINE - Science Fiction and Fantasy Story Podcast (Sci-Fi | Audiobook | Short Stories)
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Edited by bestselling anthologist John Joseph Adams, LIGHTSPEED is a Hugo Award-winning, critically-acclaimed digital magazine. In its pages, you'll find science fiction from near-future stories and sociological SF to far-future, star-spanning SF. Plus there's fantasy from epic sword-and-sorcery and contemporary urban tales to magical realism, science-fantasy, and folk tales. Each month, LIGHTSPEED brings you a mix of original short stories and flash fiction featuring a variety of authors, f ...
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A collection of interviews with notable musicians, authors, actors, comedians, and other artists with the occassional comedy bit thrown in! Our tag line is ”Fighting Ageism One Bad Joke at a Time”
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Each week, we tell the story of what happens when individual people confront deeply held American ideals in their own lives. We're interested in the cultural and political contradictions that reveal who we are.
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Everyone has a story to tell. Even robots. Have you ever wondered about the lives behind the people who provide the soundtrack to your life? Probably not. Did you even realise they ARE real people? Perhaps. Did you know that two of the voices on the London Underground are a married couple who work together all day long, even though one of them is dead? Did you know that the voice in your SatNav has a broken heart? Did you know that the calm, reassuring voice that accompanies your daily life ...
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Welcome to the podcast you never suspected you needed in your life. It's full of rambling, nonsense, and whatsits. Here, I will read some of my poetry, prose, and also just talk about whatever's on my mind. It will be fairly live and pretty unstructured. Hope you enjoy. :)
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Start your day with The Daily Dive. News without the noise, told straight. Explore the most interesting news of the day. Connect with the writers, analysts and reporters that know the real story. Hosted by Oscar Ramirez in Los Angeles, this 20 minute podcast will be ready for you when you wake up. (Posted by 6 AM EST)
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With new developments in artificial intelligence happening at lightning speed, it can be hard to keep up. That’s where we come in. We know you’re busy, so we’ll get right to the main points on how breakthroughs in machine learning, neural networks, and other AI systems could impact your life. No AI degree required! Brought to you by The Alan Turing Institute, the national institute for data science and AI, Jonah and Smera delve into the big AI stories each month so you don’t have to. We’re n ...
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Hosted by Richard Bacon and Kristin Smith, Top 30 covers the day’s top stories you need to know. From the biggest headlines across the world stage to the incredible tales taking place in small towns across America’s heartland, from the latest in tech, sports, entertainment and business, to the viral videos your friends will all be talking about, Top 30 delivers it in bite-size news nuggets that are easy to consume. New episodes are posted everyday, filled to the brim with stories that will i ...
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Paul has thoughts about the new series Alien: Earth. Would the series work if it weren't part of the Alien franchise universe? The DRS Crew discusses world-building and the necessary ingredients of a cyberpunk future. Our links: Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com Terry's site: https://www.terrym…
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"City of One" by Stephen S. Power + "Human Voices" by Isabel J. Kim
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1:13:36This episode features "City of One" by Stephen S. Power (©2025 by Stephen S. Power) and "Human Voices" by Isabel J. Kim (©2025 by Isabel J. Kim), both read by Stefan Rudnicki Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press
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212 - Should Alabama Ban the Infinite Scroll?
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1:19:24THIS EPISODE BROUGHT TO YOU BY: You’ll notice that there’s no sponsor in this episode. We'd love it if you'd consider supporting on Patreon. PATREON - patreon.com/nodumbquestions NDQ EMAIL LIST - https://www.nodumbquestions.fm/email-list STUFF IN THIS EPISODE: The Skinner Box Proverbs 5:8 Veritasium – Why Trees Are Taller Than They Need to Be The A…
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The Net Society crew gears up for Marfa while unpacking the latest waves of on-chain experimentation. They dive into the launch of $PNKSTR and its protocol mechanics, weighing the lessons from early hiccups and the potential for new NFT-ERC20 hybrids. From there, the conversation broadens into questions of utility and adoption, tracing connections …
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The Story Behind The Grateful Dead's Mars Hotel Album Jacket's Art
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4:53Grateful Dead artists Alton Kelley and Stanley Mouse created the artwork for the Mars Hotel album, and here's the story behind the artwork...laters.By Poopaloopa
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Mill Valley has a rhythm all its own, nestled beneath the redwoods and reverberating with the echoes of rock and roll history. And now, thanks to the just-released 2025– 2026 Enjoy Mill Valley Guide insert featured in this month’s Marin Magazine, that rhythm is getting a spotlight worthy of its legacy. Among the gems in this self-guided Rock & Roll…
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Listen to Associate Professor Suszanna Dancso talk about how knitting and neural networks are just complicated knots, and how imagining a donut shaped world gives us applications in the real world. All the age verification news! Hosted and produced by Ian Woolf Support Diffusion by making a contribution Support Diffusion by buying venus flytrap Mer…
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"On an Unusual Kind of Spatially Distributed Haunting" by Bogi Takács + "The Girlfriend Experience" by C.Z. Tacks
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47:25This episode features "On an Unusual Kind of Spatially Distributed Haunting" by Bogi Takács (©2025 by Bogi Takács) read by Janina Edwards, and "The Girlfriend Experience" by C.Z. Tacks (©2025 by C.Z. Tacks) read by Justine Eyre. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press
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Ep46 The Night is Dark & Full of Terror
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1:02:12The Net Society crew returns with a sweeping conversation that spans regulation, culture, and technology. Derek kicks things off with a recap of his recent trip to Washington, where he led an SEC workshop on AI and crypto. From there, the group dives into the rise of custom AI stacks, the tension between open source models and tokenized services, a…
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Listen to Associate Professor Suszanna Dancso talk about the mathematics and science of knots, weaving, networks and neural networks - part 1 Hosted and produced by Ian Woolf Support Diffusion by making a contribution Support Diffusion by buying venus flytrap MerchandiseBy Ian Woolf
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"The Place I Came To" by Filip Hajdar Drnovšek Zorko + "Apeiron" by Cadwell Turnbull
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55:53This episode features "The Place I Came To" by Filip Hajdar Drnovšek Zorko (©2025 by Filip Hajdar Drnovšek Zorko ) read by Stefan Rudnicki, and "Apeiron" by Cadwell Turnbull (©2025 by Cadwell Turnbull) read by Janina Edwards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press
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Episode 18 - Are You a Psychopath, Nonchalant Public Blowies, and Rediscovering Yourself W/ Moni XO
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1:54:50This week on Ask Dave, we’re joined by the multi-talented Moni XO — actor, writer, musician, singer, and self-proclaimed mouth guitarist. Moni teams up with Dave and Travis in the studio to unpack life’s big (and not-so-big) questions: Why does it seem like people are drinking less these days? What do you do when you feel like you’ve lost yourself …
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Ep45 Punk Devs, AI Doomers & Robot Fight Clubs
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1:02:51This week on Net Society we’re joined by special guest Seth Goldstein, who brings his perspective on building creative AI agents and the future of digital culture. The crew dives into the growing backlash against AI and fears around jobs, then explores the thrill of coding benders and the new sense of empowerment they bring. From there, the group w…
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From 2007: 2007 Science News by Ian Woolf, Human evolution by Marc West, Retrocausality by Tim Baynes, Sperm wars by Darren Osbourne, Science predictions for 2007 by Jacqui Hayes,Lachlan Whatmore, Catherine Beehag, Ian Woolf and Marc West.Produced and presented by Tilly Boleyn Support Diffusion by making a contribution Support Diffusion by buying v…
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"Beginning Before and After The End" by Jake Stein + "Last Meal Aboard the Awassa" by Kel Coleman
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24:05This episode features "Beginning Before and After The End" by Jake Stein (©2025 by Jake Stein) read by Stefan Rudnicki, and "Last Meal Aboard the Awassa" by Kel Coleman (©2025 by Kel Coleman) read by Justine Eyre. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press
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Episode 17 - Deadly Hot Dogs, How to Make $1000 in a week, and Getting Ghosted W/ Robo - our Ai Guest
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1:01:08This week on Ask Dave, things get a little futuristic as we welcome our very own AI co-host, Robo, into the Answerdome! Together, Dave, Travis, and Robo tackle some truly wild questions: Is your psychiatrist secretly in love with you? Exactly how many hot dogs does it take to shave years off your life? And what’s the best way to make $1,000 after g…
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Listen to James Vandeleur talk about Quantum Computer programming, particle physics, and the Casimir effect, in the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology - part 4, Deep dive into the Casimir effect and quantum levitation. Hosted and produced by Ian Woolf Support Diffusion by making a contribution Support Diffusion by buying venus fly…
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211 - Matt's Childhood Hero Signed His _______
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1:08:10THIS EPISODE BROUGHT TO YOU BY: You’ll notice that there’s no sponsor in this episode. We'd love it if you'd consider supporting on Patreon. PATREON - patreon.com/nodumbquestions NDQ EMAIL LIST - https://www.nodumbquestions.fm/email-list STUFF IN THIS EPISODE: Reliant K Jars of Clay Five Iron Frenzy Journey - Separate Ways Toto - Hold the Line Foo …
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Episode 16 - Laughing Vs. Jizz, How to be Cringe, and the art of Conversation w/ Jupiter Boudot and Jackie Winn
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1:29:38This week in the Answerdome, Dave & Travis are joined by the hilarious Jupiter Baudot and Jackie Winn — comedians, actors, and writers who aren’t afraid to go all in on life’s strangest questions. Would you rather laugh or orgasm for the rest of your life? What’s the secret to actually having a good conversation? Is embracing your inner cringe the …
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"Anti-Capitalism vs. the Man of Flowers" by Naomi Kanakia + "To Access Seven Obelisks, Press Enter" by V.M. Ayala
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57:02This episode features "Anti-Capitalism vs. the Man of Flowers" by Naomi Kanakia (©2025 by Naomi Kanakia) read by Roxane Hernandez, and "To Access Seven Obelisks, Press Enter" by V.M. Ayala (©2025 by V.M. Ayala) read by Mirron Willis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press
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Audible's new "Audible+" program will destroy the livelihoods of narrators and authors. How will it do that? The DRS Crew discusses, and V brings cats to help explain things. For background, please watch: • Audible Is Broken Our links: Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com Terry's site: https://www…
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Aaron and Derek are both out this week, leaving Chris and Pri to hold down the fort for Net Society’s first ever two-person episode. Things get a little unhinged as they wander into the woods of digital culture, comparing fairy tales and existential plays to the state of crypto. The conversation turns to Kanye’s short-lived token and the meme coin …
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Listen to James Vandeleau talk about Quantum Computers, in the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology - part 3. Hosted and produced by Ian Woolf Support Diffusion by making a contribution Support Diffusion by buying venus flytrap MerchandiseBy Ian Woolf
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"The Dream Tourists" by Sarah Langan + "Savannah and the Apprentice" by Christopher Rowe
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1:04:19This episode features "The Dream Tourists" by Sarah Langan (©2025 by Sarah Langan) and "Savannah and the Apprentice" by Christopher Rowe (©2025 by Christopher Rowe), both read by Stefan Rudnicki. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press
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The Net Society crew returns without Derek this week, diving into a caffeine-fueled opener that spirals into musings on Ayn Rand, Objectivism, and strange hotel lobby encounters. From there, they pivot to Moonbirds’ unexpected resurgence, the shifting middle tier of the NFT market, and how squiggles and character IP are competing for cultural relev…
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Episode 15 - Bleeding in a Job Interview, ICE Cream Truck, and A Bajillion Dollars, w/ Alan Giles
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1:32:04This week in the question dome, Alan Giles joins the bros to figure out life’s real mysteries: why ICE cream trucks are the scariest thing on four wheels, how to actually make a bajillion dollars, and what happens if you start bleeding in the middle of a job interview. Want some advice? email [email protected] Follow Us @DavidIsComedy on Inst…
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Listen to James Vandeleau talk about the history of Quantum physics, what it means and a demonstration with polarised sunglasses. News of scientists sacked, and eSafety failed. Hosted and produced by Ian Woolf Support Diffusion by making a contribution Support Diffusion by buying venus flytrap Merchandise…
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The DRS Crew discusses how to prioritize those pesky side gigs (anthologies, short-story magazines, etc) and decide whether they are compatible with your long-term goals. In other words, knowing when to say "No, thanks." Our links: Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com Terry's site: https://www.ter…
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"Dad went out to get the milk" by Osahon Ize-Iyamu + "Feast of Famine" by Adam-Troy Castro
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1:05:46This episode features "Dad went out to get the milk" by Osahon Ize-Iyamu (©2025 by Osahon Ize-Iyamu) read by Mirron Willis, and "Feast of Famine" by Adam-Troy Castro (©2025 by Adam-Troy Castro) read by Stefan Rudnicki. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press
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The Net Society crew is back with a packed conversation spanning immersive tech, AI breakthroughs, and the evolving art market. They open with the latest in metaverse development, exploring how new world models could reshape interfaces, AR adoption, and virtual environments. From there, the discussion shifts to robotics, asking how close we are to …
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Episode 14 - My Dad Loves a Robot, Getting Pokémon Facts Wrong, and How to Kill the Vibe
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1:05:37This week in the Answer-Dome, it’s just the bros getting down to the nitty-gritty of question answering. Dave and Travis tackle life’s most pressing topics: how to “do me,” spitefully leaving all your debt to your children, and techniques for syncing your circadian rhythms with your roommate’s… extracurricular activities. Want some advice? email As…
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Listen to James Vandeleau talk about the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology - part 1. Hosted and produced by Ian Woolf Support Diffusion by making a contribution Support Diffusion by buying venus flytrap MerchandiseBy Ian Woolf
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Terry has published over forty novels. Paul? Almost twenty. V has contributed both her writing and vocal talents to dozens of novels. None of these things happened overnight and required persistence. The DRS Crew discusses how to keep on keeping on. Our links: Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com …
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"Five Dispatches from Conflict Zone W-924/B..." by David Anaxagoras + "It Might Be He Returns" by Fatima Taqvi
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1:05:32This episode features "Five Dispatches from Conflict Zone W-924/B Five Dispatches from Conflict Zone W-924/B Regarding Post-battle Deployment of A. Thanatensis" by David Anaxagoras (©2025 by David Anaxagoras) and "It Might Be He Returns" by Fatima Taqvi (©2025 by Fatime Taqvi) both read by Stefan Rudnicki. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me…
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The Net Society crew returns with a wide-ranging conversation on digital art, crypto markets, and shifting policy winds. They kick things off with market sentiment and recent activity in the Art Blocks Discord, then dive into a discussion about what’s due for a comeback in the space. The group unpacks the consumer crypto playbook and shares thought…
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Episode 13 - Broken Friendships, Airplane Show Induced Cat Heart Attacks, and Girls Who Smell Like Dookie W/ Michael Hannah
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1:16:16We’re back! On today’s episode of Ask Dave, we’re joined by actor, father, and lawyer Michael Hannah—not to give any legal advice, but to share his wisdom and help with your conundrums. Dave opens up about a friendship that might be over, a woman suing the U.S. government over the death of her cat, and a girl who doesn’t know how to tell her friend…
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Listen to the final part of John Pane talking about privacy rights online, from social media bubbles, to how kids need to practice socializing safely online, just as they do in the real world. News of Senate voting against the censorship, and then for it the next day. Hosted and produced by Ian Woolf Support Diffusion by making a contribution Suppo…
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Author Doc Coleman joins Terry and Paul for a discussion on all things Steampunk, Gaslamp, and anything else we can think of. Doc Coleman: https://www.doccoleman.com/ Our links: Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley Paul's site: https://shadowpublications.com Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/ Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com…
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THIS EPISODE BROUGHT TO YOU BY: You’ll notice that there’s no sponsor in this episode. We'd love it if you'd consider supporting on Patreon. PATREON - patreon.com/nodumbquestions NDQ EMAIL LIST - https://www.nodumbquestions.fm/email-list STUFF IN THIS EPISODE: The AC Slater Michael Scott - You can’t learn this from books Keating’s Class O Captain, …
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The crew dives into shifting market vibes, from meme stock rallies to the resurgence of NFTs, and unpacks how institutional vehicles are shaping digital asset exposure. They debate the risks of NFT treasury structures, liquidity challenges, and what it means for collectors when markets heat up. From the alien vs. ape punk showdown to reflections on…
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Listen to the second part of John Pane talking about privacy rights online, from your private interactions with AI, to the dangers of manipulation by social media companies even if you don't have a social media account. Hosted and produced by Ian Woolf Support Diffusion by making a contribution Support Diffusion by buying venus flytrap Merchandise…
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Episode 12 – Eat Pray WIN, 9 to 5 Fantasies, and Daggering w/ Elbert Danger Kim
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1:29:43Welcome Questioneers to an all-new installment of AskDave featuring the fabulous Elbert Danger Kim! This week we crack some tough question nuts like: Can you blow up your house before your dad smashes all your stuff? What is crinkling? Should I dump him if he pees on my stuff? Want some advice? email [email protected] Follow Us @DavidIsComedy…
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When the world is filled with darkness and despair, creating art is one of the most courageous acts most of us can accomplish. Are we allowed to find joy in our creations during times of war, disease, and civil strife? More importantly, do people need art to survive? The DRS Crew discusses. Our links: Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley Pa…
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"Finding Love in a Time Loop: A How-To Guide" by Leah Cypess + "You Knit Me Together in My Mother's Womb" by Paul Crenshaw
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53:21This episode features "Finding Love in a Time Loop: A How-To Guide" by Leah Cypess (©2025 by Leah Cypess) and "You Knit Me Together in My Mother's Womb" by Paul Crenshaw (©2025 by Paul Crenshaw), both read by Justine Eyre. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press
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208 - Sneaking Photos of Other People
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1:09:28THIS EPISODE BROUGHT TO YOU BY: You’ll notice that there’s no sponsor in this episode. We'd love it if you'd consider supporting on Patreon. PATREON - patreon.com/nodumbquestions NDQ EMAIL LIST - https://www.nodumbquestions.fm/email-list STUFF IN THIS EPISODE: Sony Mavica Frontline - The Merchants of Cool Robert D. Putnam - Bowling Alone Viacom Mas…
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Writer's groups can be an excellent place to exchange ideas, discover new resources, and meet new people. They can also be toxic waste dumps. What are the traits of good writing neighbors and neighborhoods? What's the proper etiquette for becoming a good writing neighbor? The DRS Crew gives their thoughts. Chat will no doubt complain about the Disc…
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Derek is out this week, but Aaron, Chris, and Pri dive into a wide-ranging conversation that starts with GM energy and WAGMI nostalgia before moving into market momentum, off-chain activity, and the forces driving renewed optimism in digital assets. They debate Coinbase’s cultural identity and the broader phenomenon of corporations acting like mode…
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Listen to John Pane, Chair of Electronic Frontiers Australia talk about the executive order from Australia's eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant, requiring photo ID age verification for using an uncensored search engine in Australia by December 2025 Hosted and produced by Ian Woolf Support Diffusion by making a contribution Support Diffusion by …
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Episode 11 - Gifting Human Skulls, Should They Eat Cake, and The Deportation of Rosie O'Donnell w/ Chiara Montali
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1:21:03This week in the answerdome, we have actor and comedian Chiara Montali tackling some major problems for our listeners and the world at large. Problems like going #2 in the urinal, Gundams with big ole thicc booties, and JD Vance changing his name to "Fartboy". All this and more on another action-packed episode of AskDave! Want some advice? email As…
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