Best Hack Mirror Podcasts (2025)

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‘Task’ Is Everything We Want It to Be. Plus, the Creative Arts Emmy Awards. 1:05:30

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Chris and Andy talk about some of the winners from the Creative Arts Emmy Awards on Saturday and what they predict for the main awards show coming up on Sunday (8:56). Then they go deep on the premiere of the new HBO crime show ‘Task.’ They talk about the similarities to and differences from Brad Ingelsby’s first Philly-set crime show, ‘Mare of Eas…

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033 - Black Mirror - Is the UK's Surveillance State Coming to America? 38:14

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In this episode, I share news from my recent trip to the UK, noticing how it seems to have reached the epic proportions of a Black Mirror episode; from the absurd TV licensing program to the new Digital ID Brit cards that will track your behavior. I also explore how the UK may be serving as a testing ground for new levels of behavioral surveillance…

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‘The Paper’ Restores the (Sitcom) Feeling. Plus, ‘Alien: Earth’ Episode 5 and a Busy September for TV. 1:15:54

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Chris and Andy talk about the premiere of ‘The Paper,’ the original Peacock series from the world of ‘The Office,’ and why the spinoff sitcom made them immediately feel at home (4:23). Then, they preview a busy month in television, including the upcoming premiere of HBO’s ‘Task’ and ‘Slow Horses’ Season 5 (31:53), before breaking down the fifth epi…

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Owen Benjamin | #2231 Hacking The Mind - CIA Techniques For Breaking The Mind & How To Spot Cognitive Malware 2:29:41

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Owen Benjamin | #2230 Strangle-Pods & Carthaginians With Vox Day 1:25:46

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Owen Benjamin | #2229 Beartarian Mailman, Pickle_Ball & Other Ozark Plans + The 1:56:37

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Owen Benjamin | #2228 Bloodline Threats & Eunuch Puppets + The Pyramids All Over New Mexico 3:24:09

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Owen Benjamin | #2227 The Darkside of Nationalism - The Inorganic Rise Of Fuentes, Resisting The Niggle Urge & Schrodinger's Negro 1:48:44

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Owen Benjamin | #2226 Nick Fuentes Ripped By Tim Dillon In Gay-On-Gay Podcast Rant + Squirtis Crashes Out On Twitter After His Videography 1:21:47

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Owen Benjamin | #2225 Myth Building, The Number 12 & Participation Reciprocation A Gravy Chat With Christopher Gardner 2:07:04

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Owen Benjamin | #2224 Engagement Hall Of Mirrors, Comradery With Greatness & Male-Female Architypes 3:39:42

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Owen Benjamin | #2223 Life Is Pain - Zoomer Incelism, Real Bird Data Transfer & Why Approved Comedy Sucks + A New Piano Song Sparks Inspiration 2:28:16

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Owen Benjamin | #2222 A Candle In The Wind (A Jeffry Epstein Tale), Introducing Lutnick & Papa John's Better Ingredients Better Pejoratives 2:49:37

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Ep.63: Women Waking Up: How to Create a Midlife Transformation With Passion, Purpose, and Play 45:39

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In this episode, we sit down with the vibrant and inspiring Wendy Valentine, host of The Midlife Makeover Show and author of Women Waking Up: The Midlife Manifesto for Passion, Purpose, and Play. Join us as we talk about how midlife doesn't have to mean crisis—it can mean awakening. Wendy shares her deeply personal story of rebuilding her life from…

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Episode 178: Struggling With Indecision & How to Build Self Trust 42:40

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Send us a text Struggling to make decisions after emotional abuse? You’re not alone. Survivors often face crippling self-doubt, fear of making the “wrong” choice, and the exhausting cycle of second-guessing themselves. In this episode of Be A Better You Podcast, host and subconscious reprogramming expert Allison K. Dagney explains why survivors get…

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‘Alien: Earth’ Episode 4, ‘Star Wars: Starfighter’ Casting News, and ‘The Eastern Gate’ Finale 57:03

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Chris and Andy talk about some recent industry headlines, including the rumored casting of Nicolas Cage in ‘True Detective’ Season 5, Matthew McConaughey reuniting with Nic Pizzolatto (3:19), and ‘Star Wars: Starfighter’ adding Amy Adams and Aaron Pierre (13:09). Then, they react to the first trailer for the upcoming FX show from Sterlin Harjo, ‘Th…

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Bridge Medical: Transforming Healthcare Through Collaboration 22:03

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In this episode of Women of Influence Podcast, host JaLynn sits down with Lori Spence and Carolyn Pritchard, co-founders of Bridge Medical Communications. With over 40 years of combined experience, they discuss their journey of bridging gaps between patients and healthcare providers through innovative communication tools. Lori and Carolyn share ins…

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Ep.62: Perimenopause and Menopause: What You Need to Know with Dr. Kelly Casperson 52:45

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We're thrilled to bring you this powerful and myth-busting conversation with Dr. Kelly Casperson, a board-certified urologist, author of You Are Not Broken, and host of the top-rated podcast of the same name. If you’ve ever felt confused, dismissed, or flat-out frustrated by the information (or lack thereof) around perimenopause and menopause, this…

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Episode 177: Self Love Hack: A Powerful and Quick Manifestation Trick 16:21

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Episode 176: Why Nothing Changes When You're Trying So Hard 27:45

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Send us a text Are you working so hard to heal but still feel stuck in the same painful cycles? In this episode of Be A Better You Podcast, Allison breaks down why nothing changes when you’re “trying so hard.” You’ll learn why affirmations, journaling, and willpower don’t fix the root cause, and how your subconscious mind is wired to repeat old pat…

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‘Alien: Earth’ Episode 3, ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 Premiere, and Netflix Theme Parks 1:03:40

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Chris and Andy talk about a pair of Netflix-branded event spaces coming to Dallas and Philadelphia before addressing the decision to play ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ in theaters and what these developments suggest about the streaming titan (4:51). Then, they react to NBCUniversal’s decision to pivot ‘The Paper’ to a binge release a few weeks ahead of its …

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‘The Pitt’ Season 2 Teaser Trailer and ‘Platonic’ Season 2 55:32

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Andy and Kaya chat about the teaser trailer for ‘The Pitt’ Season 2 that dropped today and the novelty, in today’s TV landscape, of a show returning for its second season less than a year after its first (1:00). Then they talk about the second season of the Apple TV+ show ‘Platonic,’ starring Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne, a great hangout show in an er…

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Ep.61: 7 Skills You Need to Master Midlife 50:06

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In this episode, we’re discussing the real, raw, and essential skills that every woman needs to navigate midlife with grace, grit, and a whole lot of self-compassion. We’ve been through the highs, the lows, the chutes and ladders of this season, and today we’re pulling back the curtain to share the seven foundational skills we believe every woman s…

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Episode 175: Creating Peaceful Co-Parenting with Maria Natapov 56:17

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Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Maria Natapov, step-parenting and co-parenting coach, and facilitator of the BeH2O® framework, to explore how parents can work together — even after separation — to give their children the best chance to thrive. Maria shares practical, foundational communication strategies to help you collaborate with…

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Episode 174: The Hidden Impacts of Emotional Abuse — And Why You Don’t Have to Live With Them Forever 28:15

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Send us a text Are you struggling with the hidden effects of emotional abuse — like chronic fatigue, anxiety, brain fog, or constant overthinking? In this episode, Allison shares how emotional abuse impacts the body, memory, and relationships long after the abuse ends, and why it’s not your fault. You’ll learn how trauma gets stored in the nervous …

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‘Alien: Earth’ Episodes 1 and 2 and the ‘Task’ Trailer 1:09:04

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Chris and Andy talk about the news that the ‘Jason Bourne’ and ‘Treadstone’ IP will be heading back to Universal and speculate on where the studio might take the franchise (11:36). Then they talk about the trailer for the Mark Ruffalo show ‘Task’ that was released this week (20:52), before breaking down the first two episodes of ‘Alien: Earth’ and …

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Episode 173: Two Women. Two Stories. One Message: You Can Heal. 1:04:05

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Send us a text In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, Allison and Laura open up about their journeys through — and out of — narcissistic and emotional abuse. Laura Richards is an international podcaster, #1 bestselling author, and speaker dedicated to empowering women worldwide. Through her acclaimed podcast That’s Where I’m At and best…

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Beyond Better: Transforming Business & Life with Heather Nickel 30:59

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Join host JaLynn of Women of Influence Podcast as she welcomes transformational mindset coach Heather Nickel to the Women of Influence Podcast. In this inspiring episode, Heather shares her remarkable journey from corporate burnout to becoming a successful coach helping entrepreneurial women build businesses aligned with their dream lifestyles. Epi…

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Ep.60: Undoing the “Not Enough” Story: Hypnosis and the Subconscious Mind with Christina Woods 43:06

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Hey friends! In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome the incredible Christina Woods—a Clinical Hypnotherapist, Rapid Transformational Therapist, Empowerment Coach, and Reiki Master. Christina brings a wealth of knowledge and a deeply personal story of transformation after decades in corporate leadership. Together, we explore how childhood belief…

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Episode 172: Why You Can't Stop Worrying and 4 Steps to Stop 39:55

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Send us a text If you constantly feel anxious, overthink every outcome, or worry about the people you love as a way to “keep them safe,” this episode is for you. In today’s episode, we’re unpacking the truth about chronic worry—how it shows up in your nervous system, how it forms as a subconscious coping mechanism after emotional abuse, and why it …

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Marvel’s Box Office Woes, ‘Alien: Earth’ Preview, and ‘Families Like Ours’ 1:00:18

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Chris and Andy talk about the poor performance of ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ at the box office and Marvel’s continued box office woes (4:20). Then they preview ‘Alien: Earth’ and talk about where the show fits into the larger ‘Alien’ franchise (21:08) before discussing the Danish Netflix show ‘Families Like Ours’ (32:28). Hosts: Chris Ryan a…

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032 - No Salt Required: Listener Questions Before the Break 21:40

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In this episode I address listener feedback and questions, from clarifying my stance on the “Tea” controversy to sharing practical tips from the community about Privacy.com workarounds. This episode covers some loose ends before I take a brief hiatus. I also discuss why I won’t be at Black Hat this year, share thoughts on minimalism versus practica…

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‘The Paper’ and More Trailers. Plus, Why You Should Be Watching ‘The Eastern Gate.’ 1:00:03

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Chris and Andy talk about the trailer for the 'Office’ spinoff ‘The Paper’ that was released today (8:48) and also the trailers for the movies ‘Ella McCay’ and ‘Jay Kelly’ (27:46). Then they talk about the news that Cindy Holland, the Netflix exec who helped launch series like ‘Orange Is the New Black,’ ‘House of Cards,’ and ‘Stranger Things,’ is c…

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Ep.59: Zero Fucks: 10 Things to Stop Caring About at Midlife 46:39

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Ready to reclaim your energy, sanity, and self-worth? In this episode, we’re diving into the unapologetic, liberating mindset of giving zero fucks—specifically, the 10 things we’ve learned to stop caring about at midlife. From good girl conditioning to comparison culture, we unpack the beliefs and behaviors that no longer serve us and explore what …

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Episode 171: 10 Signs You Were The Mirror Not The Partner 56:41

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Send us a text In this powerful episode, I’m breaking down 10 signs that you weren’t actually seen or loved in your past relationship—you were used as a mirror for someone else’s wounds. If you’ve experienced narcissistic abuse, especially at the hands of a covert or malignant narcissist, this will give you language for the confusion and emotional …

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031 - When Privacy Tools Betray You, Safety Apps That Dox and Revoked Anonymous Payments 54:23

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In this episode, I discuss the challenges facing privacy-focused payment solutions like Privacy.com, exploring alternatives and the troubling rise of KYC requirements across the industry. I dive deep into the Switzerland privacy crisis that’s forcing Proton to consider relocating their infrastructure, and what this means for encrypted email provide…

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Ep.58: Rethinking Menopause Naturally with Maryon Stewart 48:05

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This episode we’re joined by the incredible Maryon Stewart, a global pioneer in natural hormone rebalancing and women's health advocate. Maryon drops serious wisdom about how women can navigate perimenopause, menopause, and beyond—without relying on HRT. We talk all about phytoestrogens, nutritional deficiencies, and how small, science-backed chang…

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Episode 170: The Dangers of Agreeable AI and How To Use it to Help Not Harm 25:38

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Send us a text In this episode, we’re diving into something that’s not talked about enough: the dark side of using AI as your go-to for emotional advice, relationship reflection, and healing support. While artificial intelligence can be a powerful tool for self-awareness and growth, it can also quietly reinforce unhealthy patterns, especially if yo…

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Damon Lindelof on ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ 1:26:35

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Andy is joined by Damon Lindelof for a full breakdown of ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps.’ First, they talk about the teaser that was released for Vince Gilligan’s new show, ‘Pluribus,’ starring Rhea Seehorn (4:24). Then they talk about ‘Fantastic Four’ and discuss whether, between the success of this movie and ‘Thunderbolts*,’ Marvel might be bac…

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Emmy Noms, Colbert Cancellation, and Did ‘Girls’ Stick the Landing? 2:25:47

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Andy and Kaya chat about the Emmy nominations that were released last week (16:54) and the news that ‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ was canceled (43:00). Then, in anticipation of a conversation about the Lena Dunham show ‘Too Much’ next week, Andy talks with Amanda Dobbins about the ‘Girls’ series finale (taken from a 2024 episode of Stick th…