Tim Harford explains - and sometimes debunks - the numbers and statistics used in political debate, the news and everyday life
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Colleen Tinker, editor of Proclamation! Magazine, and co-host of Former Adventist Podcast, hosts this weekly podcast. Former Adventist Fact Check is dedicated to Adventists who are looking for biblical insights into the topics discussed in the Sabbath School lesson quarterly published by the Seventh-day Adventist Church. We post videos and articles which address each lesson as presented in the Sabbath School Bible Study Guide, including biblical commentary on them. We hope you find this mate ...
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Join Jonathan Van Ness (Queer Eye) each week for their next exciting endeavor! “Getting Better with Jonathan Van Ness" is here to empower listeners (and also make them laugh) by using curiosity as a tool for personal growth. In a world that often feels overwhelming—where it’s easy to feel stuck, frustrated, or helpless—Getting Better offers a lifeline. Each week, Jonathan Van Ness, alongside experts and thought leaders, guides us through our shared challenges—confidence, productivity, mental ...
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Join Manny, Noah, and Devan — three best friends and journalists — as they settle dumb arguments by actually doing the research. Each week, they start with a debate or discussion. Why don’t men ask follow up questions? Should schools ban phones? Is dating an AI chatbot cheating? Then, they go out into the world, talk to experts, conduct experiments, and find the answer. NO SUCH THING is an explainer podcast about pop culture, the internet, and whatever weird thing your group chat can’t agree ...
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Celebrities, athletes, politicians, influencers and even royalty can all land in the firing line. Why does it matter? Because we invest in them. We give them space in our homes, our budgets, our feeds, and sometimes, our hearts. We put them on pedestals. So when they fall, we want the truth. But in an age of AI-generated "evidence", misinformation, and unqualified newsfluencers, separating fact from fiction is a full-time job. Hot on the heels of covering the Diddy trial, Anoushka Mutanda-Do ...
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“Behind the Facts” shines a light on the people working behind the scenes to reduce the spread of false and misleading information and promote a culture of accuracy.
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Everyone needs a little help being a human. From sleep to saving money to parenting and more, host Marielle Segarra talks to experts to get the best advice out there. Life Kit is here to help you get it together. Want another life hack? Try Life Kit+. You'll support the show and unlock exclusive curated playlists and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org/lifekit
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Twice a week, the Guardian brings you the latest science and environment news
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Jen Psaki tackles the biggest issues of the week and features one-on-one interviews with newsmakers.
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Propagandist? Truth teller? Influencer? Question Everything unravels the contested work of journalists and the moral complexities surrounding the stories that impact us all.
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Covering all subjects from entertainment to politics. Just not so politically correct.
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Warning/Disclaimer/Long slogan: Fact check us, we're not perfect. Don't listen if you don't like what we say. Challenge the status quo! Welcome to the safe place to say things you are thinking about entrepreneurship and business but are afraid to say - until someone else says it out loud. Some of what we say is opinion, some is fact. We have experience and expertise, but don't follow our advice unless you're willing to own your actions. Nobody is responsible for your success or failures, it' ...
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You have questions about the media. We have answers. The Poynter Institute, the worldwide leader in supporting journalism, truth and democracy, opens the curtain for a deep look inside the media world. Join veteran journalist and media critic Tom Jones and his industry insider guests for 20 minutes every other week to feel informed and invested in the most relevant media news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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You found us! Thank you! Unless you don’t like us. In that case, may a deity turn your heart, and if they cannot turn your heart, may they turn your ankles so that we may know you by your limping. Seriously though, this podcast is a labor of love by mostly one person that works too damned often during the week and one other person with a social schedule unthought of in the world the first person grew up in. We do in fact focus primarily on right-wing political media influencer entertainer Ca ...
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Welcome to Paleo Bites, the weekly podcast hosted by Matthew Donald where we make dumb jokes, reference pop culture, derail like crazy, and oh yeah, discuss and rate dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals. Each episode Matthew and a rotating set of guest co-hosts talk about a different genus of primeval critter, explain basic stats, exchange plenty of banter, barely fact-check, and at the end, rate the creature one out of 65 million for any reason, including but not limited to sexiness, man ...
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Storytelling, insight and compelling perspective on American culture and politics. Glenn Beck's quick wit, candid opinions and engaging personality have made this one of the most popular radio programs in America. Watch The Glenn Beck Radio Program, Monday through Friday, 9am - 12pm ET on BlazeTV. www.BlazeTV.com/Glenn
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We are David & Marc. We love to talk about everything related to the digitalisation. On this podcast we do this – with journalists & digital media people from all around the world.
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We are the UK’s independent charity fighting bad information and bringing you weekly podcasts with our impartial fact checking team. We also release a three minute Fact Blast on Saturdays to keep you well informed going into the weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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For decades, radio station KRUD has been the home to the popular news show Fact Check. New station owner Hank Williams wants to start a new era of the show with new talent! Featuring co-host Billy Jims, a high school dropout living with his mother who won a contest to appear on the show and brings his unique perspective. Also featuring co-host Fred Williams, Hank’s nephew who’s previous news experience was running a conspiracy theories website. Together, they’ll either bring Fact Check to ne ...
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Topical comedy from the sharpest satirical minds in the business. Listen first on BBC Sounds, every Friday. Is the news driving you up the wall? You’re not alone. Let the comedians take the strain and work out what’s been funny this week. Features BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz, Dead Ringers, The Naked Week and Too Long; Didn’t Read. Listen on BBC Sounds, seven days earlier than anywhere else, and subscribe to make sure that you don’t miss an episode.
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Truth Seekers: Where Data Meets Reality Tired of sensational headlines and conflicting health advice? Join Alex Barrett and Bill Morrison as they cut through the noise to uncover what scientific research actually says about the claims flooding your social media feed. Each week, Alex and Bill tackle a different health, nutrition, or wellness claim that everyone's talking about. From "blue light ruins your sleep" to "seed oils are toxic," they dig into the actual studies, examine the methodolo ...
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Accused of murder, Luigi Mangione went viral. We explore why, and will bring you news updates on major developments in the case, from our BBC reporters. Mangione has been charged with killing health insurance chief executive Brian Thompson. He was shot in New York in December 2024, leaving behind a grieving family. He was the CEO of UnitedHealthcare. Luigi Mangione was eventually arrested at a McDonald's in the town of Altoona in Pennsylvania, kickstarting countless conspiracy theories onlin ...
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Canadian comedian and former radio talk show host Andrew Grose and Edmonton Comedy Festival Director, Carole McIlvride Grose produce a hilarious bi-weekly show that will have you laughing out loud. The pair share their contradictory views on current events around the world, politics, life and each other. Regular segments include their "Dicks, Dumbasses, Idiots, Karens, Liars and Assholes of the week", "WTF?", "Michelle's Random Thought", What Does Kevin Think?", "Dawn's Fact Check", "The Doc ...
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Upbeat and in-depth, Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey breaks down the latest in culture, news, theology & politics from a Christian, conservative perspective. Allie’s fresh analysis of the most important issues provides an entertaining and effective way to stay in the know.
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A weekly look at religion and the stupidity that breeds it. Hosts Noah Lugeons, Heath Enwright, and Eli Bosnick delve into theistic attempts to intrude on the secular world in an unflinching expose on just how juvenile the whole god thing is.
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A podcast where we invite definitely-real film crew members to record commentary for movies. Please don't fact-check us.
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The show that debunks misinformation on WhatsApp. Brought to you by Africa Check and Volume Podcasts.
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Decoder Ring is the show about cracking cultural mysteries. In each episode, host Willa Paskin takes a cultural question, object, or habit; examines its history; and tries to figure out what it means and why it matters. Get more of Decoder Ring with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonus episodes of Decoder Ring and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the Decoder Ring show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus for access wherever y ...
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Fact Checking 101 w/ GiGi is a millennial podcast engineered by Gi’Anna Rhames also known as “GiGi”. GiGi will utilize this podcast to discuss: Fashion, Health, Current Events, Sports and Much More. Cover art photo by https://www.rawpixel.com Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/factchecking101/support
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Join Joe Scarborough, Mika Brzezinski, and Willie Geist, for in-depth and informed discussions that help drive the day's political conversation. Top newsmakers, Washington insiders, journalists, and cultural influencers, come together on Morning Joe for unparalleled insight and analysis around the day's biggest stories.
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Every day we bring you the most important news and feature stories from hundreds of sources in Russia and across the former Soviet Union.
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Are you tired of the maze of health information online, unsure of what to trust? Welcome to "Fact Check Your Health," the podcast that teaches you how to confidently navigate online health information. If you've ever felt lost or uncertain about the accuracy of online health advice, this podcast is for you! Join Katie and Sydney as they break down the steps to finding accurate health information online in plain, everyday language. No medical jargon here – just practical tips and real-world e ...
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The Fact Checker team checks statements made by an Iowa political candidate or officeholder or a national candidate or officeholder about Iowa, or in ads that appear in our area. Claims must be independently verifiable. We give statements grades from A to F based on accuracy and context. If you spot a claim you think needs checking, email us at [email protected].
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Get the facts, without the spin. UNBIASED offers a clear, impartial recap of US news, including politics, elections, legal news, and more. Hosted by lawyer Jordan Berman, each episode provides a recap of current political events plus breakdowns of complex concepts—like constitutional rights, recent Supreme Court rulings, and new legislation—in an easy-to-understand way. No personal opinions, just the facts you need to stay informed on the daily news that matters. If you miss how journalism u ...
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In a world where news never sleeps, staying informed can feel like a full-time job. Neural Newscast makes it effortless. Powered by cutting-edge AI technology, Neural Newscast delivers precise, timely, and comprehensive daily news summaries that keep you in the know, wherever you go. Hosted by the ever-reliable Andrew Lindbeck and the insightful Sarah Wheaton, this podcast provides a seamless blend of breaking news, expert analysis, and concise summaries of the day's most important headlines ...
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Friends talk about facts! The F.A.C.T.S. podcast drops very Wednesday and mini fact check episodes on Fridays. We discuss the strange and unusual, the weird and wonderful, the gross and the glorious.
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Trace and Haydn discuss news, politics, movies, and everything in between. Don't fact-check, because they're only slightly informed teenagers. Cover art photo provided by Josh Rose on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@joshsrose
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Listen to A Closer Look and more in the audio edition of Late Night with Seth Meyers, weeknights at 12:35/11:35c on NBC.
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The official podcast of the nationally syndicated Joe Pags Show heard weekday afternoons from 5-8. The Joe Pags Show can be heard on multiple stations across the country and worldwide on joepags.com
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Thinking Clearly
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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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Visalia First - Helping people see that God is more than they believe. Join us live Sundays at 9 & 11am (PST).
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Don't have time for a full news hour? Listen to the PBS News Hour, segment by segment. Our full coverage of politics, science, arts, health, national and international news is included in this feed in easy-to-digest 5 to 10 minute segments. Segments are published each night by 9 p.m. Is this not what you're looking for? Don't miss our other podcasts for our full show, Brooks and Capehart, Politics Monday, Brief but Spectacular, and more. Find them in iTunes or in your favorite podcasting app ...
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a commentary & video essay series, focused on pop culture, social issues, and all things "Extremely Online!" hosted by Tiffany Ferguson AKA tiffanyferg
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Politics- not the cleanest of businesses, but someone's got to do all the dirty work. It's not everyday we get to fact check other people right? Kashmir, pseudo secularism, minority appeasement, corruption: Join the two of us as we put our brain cells together to try and unravel the controversies that Indian politics rests on.
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The Supreme Court decides a few dozen cases every year; federal appellate courts decide thousands. So if you love constitutional law, the circuit courts are where it’s at. Join us as we break down some of the week’s most intriguing appellate decisions with a unique brand of insight, wit, and passion for judicial engagement and the rule of law. http://ij.org/short-circuit
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Ari Melber delivers the biggest political and news stories of the day, with interviews and original reporting from around the nation. An Emmy-winning journalist, attorney and former Senate staffer, Melber cuts through the spin and the noise to tell you what's really happening. Real news, every night.
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Tony and Jus Flow sit down once a week and discuss the state of hip hop among other things. Their opinions are facts. Their statements are final. They don't fact check.
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This is (Mis)informed — a podcast about fake news, fact-checking and everything in between. Each episode, host Daniel Funke from Poynter’s International Fact-Checking Network talks to experts around the world to try and answer one big question about the battle against online misinformation. (Mis)informed was produced by Vanya Tsvetkova, an interactive learning producer at Poynter's News University. It was edited by Alexios Mantzarlis, with additional editing and creative direction from Alex ...
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Adventism's Three Angels Not the Gospel (Q1-1)
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Commentary of "Persecuted but Not Forsaken" (December 27, 2025–January 2, 2026) Weekly Sabbath School Lesson Commentary and Adventist Fact Check with Colleen Tinker This weekly feature is dedicated to Adventists who are looking for biblical insights into the topics discussed in the Sabbath School lesson quarterly. We post videos and articles which …
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Media Narrative Exposed, Walz Under Fire, Powerball Madness & SCOTUS Story Fact-Checked - Dec 23 Hr 1
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Joe Pags takes on the heated debate swirling around Tim Walz, examining his rhetoric and asking why it consistently alienates large swaths of Americans. After JD Vance says people shouldn’t have to apologize for who they are, Pags brings the receipts, laying out years of mainstream media narratives that vilified entire groups. Then it’s some lighte…
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fact-checking absurd misinformation in comment sections | Loud & Wrong!
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potential new series on my 2nd channel - Loud and Wrong! in which I dissect silly fights and misinformation within comment sections
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Balanced budgets and broken promises. Meduza fact-checks Putin’s most problematic claims in his latest call-in marathon
On Friday, President Vladimir Putin held his annual Direct Line call-in show, where he fielded questions from carefully selected journalists and Russian citizens for nearly four and a half hours. This televised event gave Putin yet another opportunity to expound upon everything from the war in Ukraine and relations with the West to the state of the…
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Ariana Grande | Trump's Angry & Unhinged Primetime Speech; CNN's Long Fact Check; Trump Hits New Lows: A Closer Look
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Seth takes a closer look at Trump trying to convince people that things are great during his unhinged primetime address as his approval rates plummet to their lowest point ever. Then, Ariana Grande talks about getting attached to sketches that didn't make it to air on Saturday Night Live and how creatively fulfilling it was to star in the Wicked mo…
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Fact-checking Trump's claims in his politically charged prime-time speech
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President Trump addressed the nation Wednesday night in a politically charged prime-time speech. In front of Christmas trees at the White House, he blamed Joe Biden and the Democrats in general for economic challenges and inflation. White House correspondent Liz Landers has this fact check. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/ab…
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December 18, 2025: Fact-Checking President Trump's End-of-the-Year Address, Congress Passes $901B Defense Authorization Bill, and Ending the Year with GOOD NEWS!!
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SUBSCRIBE TO JORDAN'S FREE NEWSLETTER. Get the facts, without the spin. UNBIASED offers a clear, impartial recap of US news, including politics, elections, legal news, and more. Hosted by lawyer Jordan Berman, each episode provides a recap of current political events plus breakdowns of complex concepts—like constitutional rights, recent Supreme Cou…
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'Bad, fast-talking infomercial': Psaki fact-checks Trump's address
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Jen Psaki shares her first reaction and offers some corrections and clarifications to Donald Trump's address to the nation. MS NOW's Catherine Rampell and senior White House correspondent Vaughn Hillyard join with further fact-checking an analysis. Senator Mark Kelly shares his reaction to Donald Trump's address to the nation, describing Trump as "…
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Fact Check: Building our Life on the Word
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By Dr. Mark Merrill | Lead Pastor
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'Not on the level': Trump makes sketchy business of second term
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Jen Psaki looks at the many ways Donald Trump is using his time in office to enrich himself from the very start of his second term in office. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and u…
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Revisited: is curiosity the key to ageing well?
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Psychologists have typically believed that we become less curious as we age, but recent research has shown curiosity actually becomes more targeted and specific in our later years. In this episode from September, Madeleine Finlay hears from Dr Mary Whatley, an assistant professor of psychology at Western Carolina University, and Dr Matthias Gruber …
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Zelenskyy proposes compromise for Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine
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Ukraine's president has floated a possible compromise to a key Russian demand that Kyiv give up territory in eastern Ukraine. Volodymyr Zelenskyy's proposal could address one of the main sticking points that have bogged down U.S.-led negotiations, but Moscow has given no indication whether it might agree. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supporte…
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News Wrap: DOJ says over a million more Epstein documents discovered
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In our news wrap Wednesday, the Department of Justice says it's discovered over a million more documents possibly related to Jeffrey Epstein, an explosion in Moscow killed three people, investigators are searching for what caused a massive explosion at a Philadelphia-area nursing home and a powerful storm is slamming Southern California on the eve …
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Why local communities may hold the answers to national political divisions
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For her series, America at a Crossroads, Judy Woodruff has been traveling the country and talking with grassroots groups that are working on solutions to our nation's deep divides. For her last piece of the year, she reports from New Hampshire on how some believe the answer to many of our challenges may begin right at home. PBS News is supported by…
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Palestinians mark Christmas in Bethlehem while navigating life during conflict
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Thousands flocked to Bethlehem's Manger Square on Christmas Eve, the spot where Christians believe Jesus was born. It's in the occupied West Bank, and celebrations were canceled over the last two years because of the Israel-Hamas war. Producer Karl Bostic looks at what life is like for Palestinians who live there. PBS News is supported by - https:/…
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How author David Baldacci and his wife are working to counter toxic political discourse
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David Baldacci has written more than 50 suspense and legal novels. His latest is "Nash Falls," a story about a successful businessman recruited by the FBI to expose a global crime network. But Baldacci and his wife are now tackling a major real-world problem: how to combat toxic political discourse. Geoff Bennett sat down with them both to discuss …
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Why Christmas carols endure as popular music changes
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From "Silent Night" to "Jingle Bells," Christmas carols are some of the most familiar songs of the season, and some of the oldest. Stephanie Sy explores why most popular music changes with time, but many of these old tunes have endured. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
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'Joy to the World' performed by U.S. armed forces musicians
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We continue with a News Hour holiday tradition in which we ask members of the armed forces to record a holiday song. For Christmas Eve, we bring you "Joy to the World." This video was produced by the Pentagon's Defense Visual Information Distribution Service. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. Se…
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Guest Host Justin Barclay- What You Never Knew About a Christmas Favorite | 12/24/25
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Justin Barclay filling in for Glenn today to discuss the latest in the Epstein files release. Rep. Bill Huizenga (R-MI) joins to discuss his recent trip to Nigeria over Christian persecution. Dr. Quentin Schultze joins to discuss his book "You'll Shoot Your Eye Out!" and lessons from 'A Christmas Story'. Hunter Biden claims he doesn't want immigran…
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The 90% Alzheimer's Blood Test Breakthrough—What the Headlines Got Wrong
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A groundbreaking blood test claims to identify Alzheimer's with 90% accuracy—but what if the headline doesn't tell the whole story? When media celebrated a seemingly revolutionary diagnostic tool, the actual research told a far more nuanced tale. This episode dives deep into a Nature Medicine study that promises hope but reveals critical gaps betwe…
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The Beet’s top five stories of 2025. From hardened borders to fading factories, these dispatches trace how history, identity, and power shape everyday life across Eastern Europe and Central Asia
For the past three years, The Beet newsletter has supplemented Meduza’s regular coverage with original reporting from Central and Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, and Central Asia. When we launched this mailing in September 2022, our aim was to dig deeper, amplify local perspectives, and tell unique stories that might otherwise be overlooked. The Beet…
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20 points to peace . Zelensky reveals revised U.S.-backed plan to end Russia’s war against Ukraine
Kostiantynivka, Donetsk region, Ukraine Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has revealed a revised draft peace plan, developed with the United States, to end Russia’s war against Ukraine. Zelensky presented the 20-point proposal to journalists in Kyiv on Tuesday, calling it “a foundational document on ending the war,” RBC Ukraine and Suspilne re…
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Around the globe, 2025 was a dark year for journalism. For the first time in its history, Reporters Without Borders classified the global state of press freedom as a “difficult situation.” According to the Committee to Protect Journalists, 126 journalists and media workers were killed in connection with their work, matching the record set in 2024. …
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Text Carole & Andrew In this episode: Mike’s Rewind Dawn’s Fact Check Listener Questions, Comments & Reviews Michelle’s Random Thought – Christmas Carole’s favorite Christmas song Karen – Woman gets kicked off Frontier flight Crazy – Crazy woman in apartment building Freakout – Woman freaks out over cheese fries Idiot – Guy won’t move at McDonald’s…
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Do horses actually hate running? (Remastered)
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Today, we're throwing a NST classic back in your feed. This time remastered. What if this ONE thing we’ve always been told about horses isn’t true at all? What if it’s a lie we’ve told ourselves so that we can enjoy our horseback riding vacations and Kentucky Derbies without guilt? To answer this question we speak with Ren Hurst, a former professio…
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The surprising things we learn when we count everyone - a tour of the UK census through time. We also figure out just how many parking officers there are versus soldiers in the British army. Who really does all the housework? Plus - 20 years of ‘Freakonomics’ with Stephen Dubner. And finally - were there really three wise men who visited baby Jesus…
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Feeling Isolated? Do This ONE Thing To Rebuild Real Connection
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Connection isn’t just about being around people — it’s about feeling seen. This week on Getting Better, JVN sits down certified mental health coach and founder of the SEEN Method, Morgan Burch, for a powerful conversation about authenticity, isolation, and what actually makes relationships work. Together, they unpack why so many of us feel disconne…
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New Epstein docs point to potential co-conspirators; Trump DOJ still slow-walks release
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Jen Psaki reports on some of the new discoveries in the latest tranche of files released in the Epstein document collection, as well as new questions raised by what is being concealed by inappropriate redactions and the slow-paced release of material from Donald Trump's Justice Department. Rep. Ro Khanna joins to discuss what is still missing from …
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Student Loan Garnishment, Interest-Free Debate & Dr. Jesse Lopez on Immunity and Ozempic - Dec 23 Hr 2
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The Trump administration announces it will begin garnishing wages for unpaid student loans, and Joe Pags says it’s the right move — while also making his case that student loans should be low-interest or interest-free. Callers weigh in, and the debate gets lively and revealing. Then Jesse Lopez joins the show for a must-hear medical deep dive. Dr. …
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Singing the Grinch, Banning Drones & Exposing Fake History - Dec 23 Hr 3
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Joe Pags dives into the headlines lighting up everyone’s For You page — and kicks things off by singing “The Grinch” live on air, because why not? Then it’s rapid-fire news: the economy grows a full percentage point, with Kevin Hassett weighing in on what it really means; FCC Chairman Brendan Carr bans foreign-made drones, and Pags says GOOD — Chin…
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December 23, 2025; 6pm; Thousands of new pages from the Epstein files have been released. MS NOW's Ari Melber reports and is joined by Vanity Fair's Molly Jong-Fast and Semafor's Margaret Carlson. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm…
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What the latest Epstein files release reveals, and where Trump is mentioned
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The Justice Department released nearly 30,000 more pages of documents related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, including many that reference President Donald Trump. The new batch comes as the DOJ is being criticized for heavily redacting many of the files and not releasing all of them by the deadline set by Congress. White House …
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News Wrap: Supreme Court blocks National Guard deployment to Chicago for now
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In our news wrap Tuesday, the Supreme Court has blocked the Trump administration from deploying National Guard troops to Chicago while a legal challenge moves forward, the U.S. military says it struck another boat it accused of smuggling drugs and former Nebraska Sen. Ben Sasse revealed he has terminal stage-four pancreatic cancer. PBS News is supp…
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How recall of career diplomats fits into Trump's foreign policy shift
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In an unusual move, the Trump administration is recalling the ambassadors from nearly 30 countries around the world. William Brangham discussed this move with John Dinkelman, president of the American Foreign Service Association. He had a 37-year career as a diplomat in the State Department. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/a…
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Inside the Ukrainian drone unit responsible for high-profile strikes
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We have an inside look into one of Ukraine's most rapidly evolving tools in its war with Russia. Small unmanned drones have come to dominate the frontlines, long-range strikes against power facilities and the waters of the Black Sea and Mediterranean. Special correspondent Volodymyr Solohub gained rare access to a military unit that's responsible f…
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Kennedy Center renaming highlights Trump's reshaping of Washington in his image
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Since reentering the White House earlier this year, President Trump has made quick work of reshaping Washington in his image, in some cases literally. That is on display at the recently renamed Trump-Kennedy Center. The performing arts center has roots tracing back to the Eisenhower administration more than 60 years ago. Stephanie Sy takes a closer…
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How 'Trump accounts' for children work, and who will benefit most
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You may have heard about new savings and investment accounts for children known as "Trump accounts." They got a big boost from a philanthropic donation that's among the largest ever delivered directly to Americans. The accounts are expected to open next May. The question is, can they deliver the benefits over the long haul that are being promoted? …
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Reiner deaths renew conversations for families struggling with mental illness, addiction
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The murders of Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, allegedly by their son, have renewed difficult conversations for families struggling with mental illness and addiction. Someone who traveled that path is Virginia state Sen. Cree Deeds. His 24-year-old son, who struggled with bipolar disorder, attacked his father before taking his own life. William B…
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How a small town in Rhode Island is connected to 'It's a Wonderful Life'
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Watching the Christmas classic "It's a Wonderful Life" has become a holiday tradition for millions of families. One small town in Rhode Island believes it helped inspire the beloved movie. Pamela Watts of Ocean State Media has the story for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. H…
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Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold vs. Z Fold 7: Bigger Screens, Different Tradeoffs
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Samsung is pushing foldables in two directions at once: a more experimental tri-fold design that aims for a larger tablet-like canvas, and an updated Z Fold 7 that focuses on polish and practicality. In today’s episode, we break down how they differ based on hands-on impressions and what these choices signal about where foldables are headed. 📱 What…
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Architects of Chaos Theory. How pro-Kremlin pundits use geopolitical turmoil to explain away Russia’s war against Ukraine
Vladimir Putin’s vision of a “multipolar world” has been a keystone of Russia’s foreign policy ever since he delivered his infamous Munich speech in 2007. Asserting that U.S. dominance is in decline and that Russia is destined for a special role in the new international order, this concept helps explain Putin’s repeated calls for a “new Yalta” and …
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OpenAI Researcher Quits, Alleging Economic Research Is Being Soft-Pedaled
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Today on Neural Newscast: a report says OpenAI is becoming more selective about publishing research that could make AI look economically harmful, prompting at least two resignations from its economics research team. 🧾 Why an OpenAI researcher said the team was starting to feel like a propaganda arm 🏢 How OpenAI’s shift from open research roots to a…
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Why Malcolm Gladwell is always changing his mind
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Author Malcolm Gladwell doesn't trust people who don't change their minds. He sits down with Amna Nawaz to discuss what he's learned through revisiting his first book, The Tipping Point, 25 years later, and how he handles hateful comments online. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p…
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#113-Recalling Defeating Disinformation and Protecting Democracy-with guest Lee McIntyre
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Listen to the explanation at the beginning of this episode to understand why you will be hearing a replay of episode #86. The danger of disinformation to our social fabric, and to our democracy, are the focus of this discussion with philosopher, educator and author, Lee McIntyre. Lee holds a Ph.D. in philosophy and is currently a Research Fellow at…
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Since mid-December, the app Be My Eyes — designed to assist blind and visually-impaired people — has been barely functional in much of Russia. Some users suspected the service had been blocked. Roskomnadzor, Russia’s federal censorship agency, claims that isn’t the case. Follow Meduza on Google News to stay up to date — just go to this link and cli…
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Guest Host Garret Lewis - KNST AM 790 - U.S. Economy Roars to 4.3% in Third Quarter under President Trump
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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Blaze Podcast Network
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AI Slop for the Holidays: Why McDonald’s and Coca-Cola’s AI Ads Fell Flat
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Neural Newscast — Episode Notes Holiday ads are supposed to feel warm, human, and weirdly specific—like they remember you. This episode looks at a recent critique making the rounds: AI holiday ads from big brands like McDonald’s and Coca-Cola that many viewers felt were… well, soulless. We talk about what went wrong, why people noticed instantly, a…
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Hinge Tries AI Icebreakers: A Better First Message, or a Weird New Dating Norm?
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Hinge is testing AI-powered prompt suggestions designed to help you skip the “hey” and start with something more engaging. In this episode of Neural Newscast, Tessa and Julia break down what the feature does, why it’s arriving now, and how it could reshape first impressions. 🤖 What Hinge’s AI prompts are actually doing (and what they’re not) 💬 How …
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Sam Altman’s Big Bet: AI With “Infinite Memory”
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman argues that the most transformative AI capability may be persistent memory: systems that remember your preferences and past conversations over long periods, reducing repetition and enabling deeper personalization. 🧠 Why “infinite memory” could matter more than better reasoning 🗂️ What ChatGPT’s Memory feature is designed to do…
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