Best Fool Said Podcasts (2025)

A Boxing Day reflection on a standout year of Full Disclosure. James O’Brien revisits key guests and conversations from 2025, offering perspective on the ideas, stories and people that shaped the podcast over the past twelve months. With sincere thanks to everyone who has listened, shared and stayed curious, your company makes these conversations p…

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The Smell Of Christmas Is Tree Screams 36:26

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Each December millions of homes fill with the unmistakable scent of pine. It's sharp, resinous, and strangely comforting, feeling timeless…familiar…safe. But what if that smell isn’t what we think it is at all? Professor Hannah Fry and Michael Stevens follow the trail of the molecules that shape this seasonal scent. It turns out it didn’t evolve to…

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The Reality of Being Santa 35:42

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Could Santa Clause still exist IF we stripped away the magic? If the ability to bend spacetime was gone? What conditions would Santa need to deliver a present to every human being on Earth in a single night? Hannah Fry and Michael Stevens explore the historical, geographical, and logistical realities behind these questions using population data, lo…

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EPISODE 350!!!: Farewell Andrew ft. Wilson, Boot, Rock, McCullough, Kloosterman, Carpay & Malone 3:16:32

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Liberty Dispatch ~ December 19, 2025 In this episode of Liberty Dispatch, we celebrate episode 350 and host Andrew DeBartolo's final show with our friends Drs. Joseph Boot, Aaron Rock, Peter McCullough, Robert Malone, Lawyer John Carpay, and Pastors Doug Wilson and Alex Kloosterman. In it, we talk about Bill C-9, the conservative civil war, the “da…

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Martin Shaw: The Professionals was a monster that swallowed my career 1:01:11

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From bomb sites in postwar Birmingham to the centre of British stage and screen, Martin Shaw’s life has been shaped by curiosity, kindness and a refusal to play the part he was expected to play. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O’Brien sits down with one of Britain’s most enduring actors to trace the journey behind the performances. Shaw r…

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Give It Up to Me: A 2009 Pop Experiment 53:26

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In this episode of Shakipedia, we’re diving into one of the most controversial singles of the She Wolf era: “Give It Up to Me.” We break down the last-minute U.S. release chaos, the label politics that reshaped She Wolf, and why this Timbaland–Lil Wayne collab feels more like an industry experiment than a true Shakira song. From wandering CD stores…

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The Device That Maps The Heavens 26:11

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Tucked away in old engineering kits and museum drawers is a device whose sweeping motion once captivated mathematicians and designers alike. The ellipsograph: a mechanical tool built from sliding arms and rotating joints that were tracing flawless curves long before computers made such things effortless. While they have the appearance of an ancient…

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Are You REALLY Made Of Stars? 36:14

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What happens when the universe throws a random curveball at one of the most precise communities on Earth? Cosmic rays high energy particles from deep space are invisible, unpredictable, and capable of interfering with electronics in ways gamers never expect. Hannah Fry and Michael Stevens explore a surprising story from the speed running community,…

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CON-servative Crisis, Bill C-9 Continued & COVID Cleanup 1:02:12

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Liberty Dispatch ~ December 15, 2025 In this episode of Liberty Dispatch, hosts Andrew DeBartolo and Matthew Hallick discuss the recent defection of another Conservative MP, Michael Ma; the Liberal/Bloc's continued push to ram Bill C-9 through committee; and Andrew's final COVID roundup. For full access to all our content, including the extended in…

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HoP 482 Indivisible, Under God: the Revival of Atomism 20:04

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Why did Sébastian Basso and Pierre Gassendi think ancient atomism was the key to developing a new, modern science?By Peter Adamson

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Alberta's ONLY Option: Separatism ft. Dr. Michael Wagner 1:04:18

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Liberty Dispatch Interviews ~ December 12, 2025 In this episode of Liberty Dispatch Interviews, host Matthew Hallick interviews Dr. Michael Wagner on why Alberta separatism is the only solution to Alberta's problem. Episode Resources: Dr. Wagner's Website: https://www.drmichaelwagner.com/; For full access to all our content, including the extended …

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Sir Gareth Southgate: There were days I didn’t want to get out from under the duvet 57:31

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From missing the most famous penalty in English football to leading the national team into a new era, Gareth Southgate’s story is one of quiet resilience, modern leadership and emotional intelligence forged under relentless public pressure. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O’Brien sits down with Gareth to trace the long road that shaped hi…

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The Magic Math Trick That Fools Everyone 39:21

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What makes a simple brain-teaser about two identical swords one of the most deceptively tricky logic puzzles of the last century? And why has this seemingly innocent riddle fascinated mathematicians, programmers and puzzle-solvers for decades? First shared in recreational maths circles before spreading across classrooms and online forums, the “swor…

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Is Music Getting Worse? 44:43

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Has music really been getting worse… or is it just shifting in ways we don’t always notice? And why does the soundtrack to your teenage years feel like the single greatest playlist ever made? Hannah and Michael explore music’s strange grip on our minds. They trace why certain lyrics feel simpler than they used to, and what gives our formative songs…

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A CHP Legal Challenge Could Change Canadian Law Forever (ft. Counselor Lia Milousis) 47:57

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Liberty Dispatch Interviews ~ December 06, 2025 In this episode of Liberty Dispatch Interviews, hosts Andrew DeBartolo and Matthew Hallick talk with Legal Counsel for The Acaica Group, Lia Milousis, who is representing the Christian Heritage Party (CHP) in its legal challenge to the City of Hamilton's ban on its political AD. For full access to all…

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Bill C-9: Carney Libs Move to Ban the Bible 1:24:26

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Liberty Dispatch ~ December 05, 2025 In this episode of Liberty Dispatch, hosts Andrew DeBartolo and Matthew Hallick talk about the dangers of Bill C-9 and how Canada's government isn't just taking away Canadian’s God-given rights, they are also sanctioning the murder of their own citizens in mass numbers. For full access to all our content, includ…

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Jan Ravens: “I lived with a nameless dread” 1:02:00

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Jan Ravens, the acclaimed impressionist at the heart of Dead Ringers, grew up learning to change the mood of a room long before she ever changed her voice on stage. In this conversation with James O Brien, she reflects on a childhood shaped by humour, instability and her father’s illness, and how those early pressures sharpened the instincts that l…

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From Mercedes Sosa to Metallica: Shakira’s Most Iconic Tour Covers 45:26

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Step into three decades of Shakira history as we break down every cover La Shaki has ever performed on tour — from emotional Latin American folk classics to rock anthems, Arabic poetry, French ballads, Brazilian party hits, and even unexpected urbano choices. Across seven world tours, Shakira has surprised fans with unique interpretations of iconic…

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The Letter That Changed Mathematics 35:03

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How did pages of mysterious “gibberish” sent from Madras find their way to one of Cambridge University’s most respected mathematicians? Were the strange formulas the work of a deluded mind - or breakthrough insights of an unknown genius? The author of that letter was Srinivasa Ramanujan. His story inspired two Hollywood blockbusters (Goodwill Hunti…

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This One's a Tear Jerker 46:51

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Are humans the only creatures that shed emotional tears? If we are, what purpose do these tears really serve? If crying is so natural, why do we so often try to hide it? A single sob sends Hannah and Michael into an unexpected journey through the science and mystery of emotional crying, from the first tearful moments of infancy to the complex socia…

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Money Mondays - Part 2: God said: "Gold is Good" ( ft. Alin Armstrong) 51:56

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Liberty Dispatch Interviews ~ December 01, 2025 In this first episode of Liberty Dispatch: Money Mondays, host Matthew Hallick is joined by special guest host Pastor Alin Armstrong to discuss the characteristics of gold and why it makes sound money. Follow the participants on X (formerly Twitter): Alin: https://x.com/pastorcoinMatty: x.com/@SDG_Mat…

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HoP 481 True Fool’s Gold: Pierre Gassendi 20:19

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Gassendi’s path from skepticism to “baptized Epicureanism.”By Peter Adamson

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The NEVER-ENDING STORY: COVID-19 53:24

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Liberty Dispatch ~ November 28, 2025 In this episode of Liberty Dispatch, hosts Andrew DeBartolo and Matthew Hallick give an update on all things COVID-19, yes, really! The psy-op continues, so we must continue to expose the lies. For full access to all our content, including the extended interviews, become a paid subscriber at: https://ldcanada.su…

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Hal Cruttenden: Divorce blew my mind- it hits harder than losing parents 1:04:43

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Before he became one of the most recognisable storytellers on the comedy circuit, Hal Cruttenden was a shy kid from West London who spent years trying to be what he thought others wanted him to be. He trained as an actor, chased approval, and tried to outrun a gnawing sense that something in his life was not quite aligned. It took heartbreak, thera…

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What We Said To Aliens 37:44

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What happens when humanity dares to shout a cosmic “hello”? Could it help alien civilisations decode human mathematics, our DNA, the blueprints of who we are? And why did we blast the 3-trillion-watt message into the stars in the first place…only to never try anything like it again? This is the story of the Arecibo message. Welcome to The Rest Is S…

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We're All Being Pulled Together 41:06

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What is gravity, really? Why do objects pull towards each other at all? And if Einstein 'fixed' Newton’s theory, why does gravity remain one of science’s biggest unsolved mysteries? A clumsy trip into a lamppost leads Michael and Hannah into a whirlwind tour of our changing understanding of gravity, from falling apples and making wormholes for ants…

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How To Drink Lava 37:09

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Is lava water, and could we have a delicious hot cup of it? Is ice really a rock, and not water? And, the age old question, is water wet? From the minerals that shape the taste of our favourite drinks, to the tiny isotopes that reveal where a person, or whale, has travelled, Professor Hannah Fry and Michael Stevens reveal the hidden life of H₂O. Al…

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Part 1: What is Money & Why Does Ours Suck? (Money Mondays ft. Alin Armstrong) 49:22

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Liberty Dispatch Interviews ~ November 24, 2025 In this first episode of Liberty Dispatch: Money Mondays, host Matthew Hallick is joined by special guest host Pastor Alin Armstrong to discuss the characteristics of sound money and why fiat fails miserably. Follow the participants on X (formerly Twitter): Alin: https://x.com/pastorcoin Matty: x.com/…

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Don't Be Fooled! Clever Accounting Tricks Can't Save Canada's Economy (ft. Jonathan Wellum) 52:19

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Liberty Dispatch Interviews ~ November 22, 2025 In this episode of Liberty Dispatch Interviews, host Matthew Hallick speaks with the President & CEO of Rocklinc Investment, Jonathan Wellum, about the clever accounting trick that the Carney Regime has used in Budget 2025. Follow the participants on X (formerly Twitter): Jonathan: x.com/@JonathanWell…

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Can Carney Pull the Wool Over Canadian's Eyes? 1:11:11

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Liberty Dispatch ~ November 21, 2025 In this episode of Liberty Dispatch, hosts Andrew DeBartolo and Matthew Hallick discuss the recent passage of the Federal Budget 2025 and what it means for Canadians and the economy. For full access to all our content, including the extended interviews, become a paid subscriber at: https://ldcanada.substack.com.…

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Stephen Mangan: When Mum died, I knew I couldn’t waste life being a lawyer- I had to act 1:00:18

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Before he became one of Britain’s most familiar faces, Stephen Mangan was a bookish North London boy from an Irish working-class family- the son of a builder and a barmaid- who won a scholarship to a boarding school his parents didn’t want him to attend. From there to Cambridge, to RADA, and to the West End, his path looks polished. But behind it l…

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Gitana / Gypsy 50:47

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In this episode of Shakipedia, Cally and Alejandra dive deep into Gypsy / Gitana, the fourth single from She Wolf — and one of the most debated songs in Shakira’s catalog. We break down the song’s unusual backstory, including how it was originally written for another artist, the two songwriting teams behind it, and how Shakira reshaped it into both…

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For the Birds: The CFIA's Mass Slaughter & the Carney Government Moves to Ban the Bible 41:52

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Liberty Dispatch ~ November 14, 2025 In this episode of Liberty Dispatch, host Andrew DeBartolo delves into the emotional and legal turmoil faced by a family after the Supreme Court of Canada dismissed their appeal against the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) decision to slaughter their ostriches. It highlights the family’s preparation for …

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The Rest Is Science - Coming 25th November 1:36

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Forget what you think you know about reality. The Rest Is Science is a mind-bending series that tears down familiar ideas… time, randomness, beauty, it will reveal just how bizarre the world truly is. Join Professor Hannah Fry and science creator Michael Stevens (Vsauce) twice a week to explore big, small and surprising questions as they deep dive …

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HoP 480 Honorable Ignorance: French Skepticism 21:30

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So-called “libertines” like Mothe le Vayer revive ancient skepticism, provoking a backlash from Mersenne and Arnauld. Were they right to see the skeptics as anti-religious?By Peter Adamson

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Toby Jones: I never wanted to feel desperate about acting 1:04:28

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From Truman Capote to Mr Bates, Toby Jones has built a career on disappearing- an actor whose transformations are so complete they can seem alchemical. But behind that versatility lies a story of inheritance, self-doubt and quiet rebellion. The son of two actors, Toby grew up watching his father’s unpredictable career and vowing never to feel so ex…

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Excurses: An Impromptu Discussion on the Dank Right 25:51

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Liberty Dispatch ~ November 10, 2025 In this episode of Liberty Dispatch, hosts Andrew DeBartolo and Matthew Hallick talk about Andrew’s ongoing series on “The Young, Restless and Red-pilled” movement (@TheMapleTheonomist). For the latest installation in the ongoing series: https://themapletheonomist.substack.com/p/revenge-of-the-red-pilled; For fu…

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BUDGET 2025: Canada is Weak and In Debt...and more. 1:38:16

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Liberty Dispatch ~ November 07, 2025 In this episode of Liberty Dispatch, hosts Andrew DeBartolo and Matthew Hallick respond to the insanity of Budget 2025 and Canada's rulers' desire to lead the nation headlong into the wrath of Almighty God. For full access to all our content, including the extended interviews, become a paid subscriber at: https:…

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John Lloyd: Blackadder, Spitting Image, QI and a life in search of meaning 1:03:46

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As the creative mind behind Blackadder, Spitting Image, Not the Nine O’Clock News and QI, John Lloyd has quietly shaped British comedy for more than forty years. In this episode of Full Disclosure, he sits down with James O’Brien to look back on the work that defined his career-and the questions that have driven him ever since. Lloyd reflects on hi…

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So Hot You Just Can’t Take It! 26:50

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Send us a text A Episode Discussing Hottakes On Relatable TopicsBy The Real Fools of HTX

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Shakira Songs Fans Skip the Most 36:02

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Te aviso, te anuncio… este episodio no es para corazones sensibles 😅 We asked the Shakira fandom to vote for the least favorite song on every album and y’all did NOT hold back. ¿Listxs para ver cuáles son las canciones que los fans siempre saltan? 👀 En este episodio:🗳️ The official results of our Shakifan poll — album by album😱 The most controversi…