Best Gotta Hack Podcasts (2025)

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Autonomous ships, cyber security and the workboat code 19:06

6d ago19:06

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In this conversation, Felix and Oli discuss the development of a hydrogen-powered uncrewed surface vessel (USV) and the associated cybersecurity challenges. They explore the importance of integrating cybersecurity measures from the outset, navigating regulatory frameworks like Workboat Code 3, and the ongoing challenges of ensuring compliance and s…

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Episode #291: How we learned to stop worrying and love the bomb 59:59

2h ago59:59

59:59

Alex’s fare locates Elvis, Adrian picks the new Pope after JD Vance offs the old one (maybe), Peter Thiel gets the government credit card, AI takes over UAE legislature and US schools, Legal Barbie outlaws judges, warrants and reporters, Epstein’s whistleblower didn’t kill herself (also maybe), and why nothing this administration does actually matt…

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Episode 575 - The Kings of the Ring, Part 2 38:28

30m ago38:28

38:28

This week: Taiho begins his grand sumo career, and quickly proves to be one of the best ever to do it. We'll use his career to discuss: what does greatness look like in a sport like sumo? What were the highlights of one of the greatest careers in sumo history? And what were the small number of cases where Taiho didn't prove able to come out on top?…

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Ice Cream Dreams & Roller Coaster Schemes | AwesomeCast 730 1:02:20

2d ago1:02:20

1:02:20

Get geeky and get awesome as the AwesomeCast crew dives into home dessert tech, theme park tricks, and tech-infused Vegas experiences! 🎙️ Hosts: Michael Sorg, Dave Podnar, Katie Dudas 🎮 Special Segment: ChachiSays Video Game Minute 🔹 Awesome Things of the Week: • Dave’s Pick: Ninja Creami Frozen Treat Maker • Make protein-based or fruit-based ice c…

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EP. 437: More Than Tags - Finding Meaning in the Misses | Tyler Jones 1:41:26

5h ago1:41:26

1:41:26

On this episode of the Truth From The Stand podcast, I’m joined by my buddy Tyler Jones—someone you probably know from The Element crew. We get into the thick of it: deer hunting, turkey hunting, road trips, and all the curveballs that come from chasing critters in places you’ve never stepped foot in. But this conversation goes deeper than just cha…

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Doom that Came to Sanctaris E02 - Uninvited Guests 46:31

2d ago46:31

46:31

We feel it's safe to say that this isn't quite the show that Lord Colonel LeRoux had intended when he invited us to join him for dinner. On top of that, we are not the only ones attending, although we fear these new guests may well have forgotten their manners as well as their invitations... Please join us as we discover the Doom that Came to Sanct…

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Episode #290: Maybe the deported are the lucky ones 59:59

4d ago59:59

59:59

US citizens threatened with deportation as Congress cowers and SCOTUS is ignored, Blond Barbie’s “proof” exonerates deportee, Pentagon in chaos as four high-ranking officials fired for leaking Hegseth’s transgressions to the media, DOGE helps Russians hack NLRB, Alex says interrupting is rude, but firebombing is OK, Adrian once again questions his …

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Episode 574 - The Kings of the Ring, Part 1 38:55

5d ago38:55

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This week, we're beginning a new miniseries on the legends of Japan's most ancient sport: sumo. What can we learn about Japan and Japanese identity by looking at the lives of some of the most famous competitors in the national sport? We'll begin investigating that question with a look at the life of one of the greatest ever to enter the ring: Taiho…

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AwesomeCast 729: Birthday Ears & Tech Cheers: Theme Parks, Apple Hacks & Retro Vibes 1:02:00

7d ago1:02:00

1:02:00

Get ready for a theme park tech adventure and some unexpected ambient Apple features in this special birthday episode! 📰 News & Gadget Stories Covered: Katie Dudas’ Birthday Celebration at Disneyland & California Adventure Mater sang her happy birthday! Hugging Baymax and geeking out at Cars Land, Pixar Pier, and Avengers Campus Disney’s exclusive …

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EP. 436: Crack the Code on Mature Bucks with the 70 Rule 1:44:01

7d ago1:44:01

1:44:01

In this episode of the Truth From The Stand podcast, I sat down with my buddy Brandon Barlow to talk through some of the more nuanced aspects of deer hunting that go way beyond just putting a stand in a good spot and hoping for the best. Brandon’s the kind of guy who’s not just chasing deer—he’s breaking down their behavior, layering in camera data…

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Episode #289: Betting on a coin toss? Better know physics 1:00:05

11d ago1:00:05

1:00:05

Alex and Adrian put politics on the back burner to do a musical competition, declassified DoD COVID documents prove we were right again, the tech bros are gonna need some pissed-off Boomers, Trump threatens DEI law firms into pro bono work for him, insider trading is the new black, and nothing says “Freedom” like a military parade for a leader’s bi…

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Episode 573 - The Revolutionary, Part 8 37:56

12d ago37:56

37:56

For our final episode of this miniseries: Miyazaki Manabu faces down with the National Police Agency as he finds himself the prime suspect in Japan's highest profile criminal case of the 1980s. After he comes out on top, where does he go next? Why, the natural place for any high profile criminal suspect: into media, and then politics! Show notes he…

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EP. 435: Sometimes You Gotta Suffer | Tony Peterson 2:14:43

14d ago2:14:43

2:14:43

In this episode, I sit down with Tony Peterson for a conversation that starts with deer and turkeys—and then runs as wide and deep as the backcountry itself. We get into the real nuts and bolts of hunting: why in-season scouting often trumps postseason planning, how observing deer in real time teaches more than any app ever could, and why flexible …

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Switching Gears: Nintendo News & High-Tech Travel Chaos | AwesomeCast 728 42:05

17d ago42:05

42:05

In this travel-prep-focused episode of AwesomeCast, Michael Sorg, Dave Podnar, and Zach Rizza get geeky about all things tech and production as Sorg prepares for a massive livestream event at SAE Aero Design West in California. From wireless HDMI gadgets and Pelican cases to Nintendo’s shocking Switch 2 reveal, the team dives into the logistics of …

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Doom that Came to Sanctaris E01 - The Invitation 1:01:16

17d ago1:01:16

1:01:16

On the world of Sanctaris, a noted explorer and member of the Horizon League invites a selection of the great and good to a dinner party, where his latest find - something of great importance, we are assured - will be unveiled to all over lunch. Please dress appropriately and make sure you have your invitation to hand... Please join us as we discov…

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Episode #288: Ya gotta break a few eggs to crash the economy 59:59

20d ago59:59

59:59

Israel wants America to bomb Iran and Trump dutifully follows orders, this show is living and (mostly) dying in 7/4 time, Trump uses math or something to impose tariffs on penguins but not Russians, markets respond like it’s 1929, Congress responds like it’s 1933, MAGA responds like Fox News tells them to, and we still need a 2nd mortgage to buy a …

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Episode 572 - The Revolutionary, Part 7 33:14

19d ago33:14

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In our penultimate episode for this miniseries: Miyazaki Manabu narrowly escapes doing prison time, only to end up back in the underworld first of Osaka, and then Tokyo. And from there, he ends up square in the crosshairs of the police once again--this time as a suspect in one of the most infamous criminal cases in postwar history. Show notes here.…

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EP. 434: Chasing Ghosts - Grit, Heartbreak, and Big Woods Whitetails | Lucas Benoit 1:37:12

21d ago1:37:12

1:37:12

In this episode of Truth From The Stand, I sit down with Lucas Benoit—a lifelong New Hampshire deer tracker with a deep understanding of big woods bucks. We dig into the realities of hunting low-density whitetails in the rugged backcountry of New England, where every step counts and patience is currency. Lucas talks about how terrain, pressure, and…

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Gotta Deduct ’Em All: PokeTax, ProArt, & Muppet Mayhem! | AwesomeCast 727 1:01:15

23d ago1:01:15

1:01:15

Join co-hosts Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar as they get geeky and awesome with this week’s wild ride of tech, pop culture, and AI-fueled adventures. 🔹 Awesome Things of the Week • Sorg’s Pick: ASUS ProArt Display• Sorg shares his experience upgrading to the ASUS ProArt Display, a color-calibrated monitor designed for creatives and vide…

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Episode #287: It all makes more sense when you’re slightly drunk 1:00:03

29d ago1:00:03

1:00:03

Adrian and Alex debate whether their son Mikey should join the Marine Corps, the most powerful people in the world use free apps on their hacked smartphones to bomb brown people, Congress debates whether to abolish one of the three branches of government, your DNA will go to the highest bidder, Big Pharma blames weed for COVID vaccine side effects,…

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Episode 571 - The Revolutionary, Part 6 32:42

29d ago32:42

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This week: Miyazaki's time as a politics reporter, the end of his reporting career, and his return to the family business. How did he go, in the span of five years, from a successful reporter to a wanted criminal facing police prosecution? Show notes here.

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EP. 433: Big Bucks Don’t Just Die—You’ve Gotta Finish the Job | Chris Weist 1:30:19

1M ago1:30:19

1:30:19

In this episode of the Truth From The Stand podcast, I’m joined by my buddy Chris Weist, a Pennsylvania native with deep roots in both hunting and competitive powerlifting. We cover a lot of ground in this one—from what it means to chase big deer on pressured ground to what it takes to recover from serious injuries and still get after it. Chris sha…

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Space Shrooms, Gemini Grows, and the Watch That Wouldn’t Die | AwesomeCast 726 1:04:22

1M ago1:04:22

1:04:22

This week’s episode brought to you by Indy Wrestling US, Slice on Broadway, Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.Patreon.com/AwesomeCast 📍 Co-hosts: Michael Sorg (@Sorgatron), Chachi, and Dave Podnar (@ProfPod) This week on AwesomeCast, the crew dives deep into the newest waves of AI integration, celebrates the return of beloved te…

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The Mecha Hack E09 - Them's the Brakes 1:04:02

1M ago1:04:02

1:04:02

With barely minutes to go before the laden train slams into Epoch Station, killing an awful lot of people, can Fireteam Sabre Harmony hit the brakes in time? Or is this the end of our heroes? Missiles fly and plasma fries - it's the Mecha Hack! System: This excellent Mecha Hack is by Absolute Tabletop, and is a variant of The Black Hack, developed …

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Episode #286: They [REDACTED] it 59:53

1M ago59:53

59:53

Alex makes the mistake of bringing up AI and Adrian makes him regret it, now Trump wants England to annex the US, Elon might be a Chinese asset, work is underway to ensure the Epstein files are completely redacted, the Alien Enemies aren’t who you think, one ceasefire is shabar and the other is mertvyy, and are Social Security checks going bye-bye?…

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Episode 570 - The Revolutionary, Part 5 32:45

1M ago32:45

32:45

This week: Miyazaki Manabu's dramatic departure from the Communist Party, as his faith in the revolution wanes. What does a wannabe college revolutionary with no prospects turn to when the revolution fails to materialize? Show notes here.

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EP. 432: Hunting Without Expectations | Greg Litzinger 1:53:16

1M ago1:53:16

1:53:16

In this episode, we’re talking about setbacks, comebacks, and the kind of grit it takes to keep hunting when life throws you a curveball. Injury and recovery aren’t just physical hurdles—they test your patience, adaptability, and mental game just as much. We dive into how time off can shift your perspective, sharpen your focus, and make you appreci…

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Pittsburgh’s Wildest Hills & Smart Tech Thrills | AwesomeCast 725 58:11

1M ago58:11

58:11

Support AwesomeCast: Tech and Gadget TalkBy Sorgatron Media

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Episode 569 - The Revolutionary, Part 4 38:27

1M ago38:27

38:27

This week: Miyazaki Manabu goes from the Sodai struggle at Waseda to an active participant in the violent clashes of the late 1960s student movement, as a part of the "action corps" of the Communist Party. We'll take an up close and personal look to see: what was it like to be a radical student in the 1960s? Show notes here.…

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Episode 568 - The Revolutionary, Part 3 35:20

1M ago35:20

35:20

This week on the podcast: Miyazaki Manabu faces his first battle as a college activist with the administration of his own school at Waseda University. It...does not go well.

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From CD Players to Talking AI – Tech Nostalgia & Future Innovations Collide! | AwesomeCast 724 1:04:27

2M ago1:04:27

1:04:27

This week’s episode brought to you by Indy Wrestling US, Slice on Broadway, Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.Patreon.com/AwesomeCast Join Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar as they dive into the latest tech trends, nostalgic throwbacks, and futuristic AI innovations! This episode is packed with retro tech talk, budget-f…

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Ep. 431: Mater The Mental Game | Joel Turner | Shot IQ 1:18:12

1M ago1:18:12

1:18:12

On this episode of Truth From The Stand, I sit down with Joel Turner, a guy who knows more about the mental side of archery than just about anyone. We’re not just talking about shooting—we’re talking about the mind game behind every release, every draw, and every moment of high-stakes hunting. Joel breaks down the difference between thoughts and th…

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The Mecha Hack E08 - Gotta Go Fast 53:27

2M ago53:27

53:27

The train charges onwards towards Epoch Station and a devastating destiny, but the turrets outside are not the only obstacle! When the train can't slow down or else explode, going fast might be the only options! Bombs await and Brains dictate - it's the Mecha Hack! System: This excellent Mecha Hack is by Absolute Tabletop, and is a variant of The B…

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Episode #285: At least it’s getting interesting 59:35

2M ago59:35

59:35

Adrian responds to listener who thinks he’s too anti-Russia, we hatch a scheme to launch the YAAIIYBTC Coin (You’re An Idiot If You Buy This Coin) Cryptocurrency, Trump provides full transparency into his bribe-taking operation, Hegseth gives the rest of the world an espionage windfall, DoD says AI will start making decisions for them, and we’re st…

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EP. 430: Hunting Dog Hack That’ll Make You a Better Deer Hunter | Aaron Hepler 1:49:46

2M ago1:49:46

1:49:46

In this episode of Truth From The Stand, I catch up with Aaron Hepler to talk about everything from hunting strategy to the value of good hunting partners. We dig into the highs and lows of the season, the lessons learned, and the balance between solo and group hunting. Whether you're the kind of hunter who thrives on the camaraderie of a deer camp…

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