Best Htr Podcasts (2026)

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HiddenTrack #283 HAPPY HOLIDAYS - LIVE FROM HTR (Jeff Caudill) 1:09:03

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We wish everyone the Happiest of Holidays. It has been quite the year for us at HIDDEN TRACKS, and it's all thanks to you. We would like to say thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all of the love and support throughout the year and years of the show. This episode is a special live recording from Hidden Tracks Records. We hope you enjoy and …

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HTR #34: New Canadian Consulate, Who Mike Johnson Works for and More 29:22

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Rachel and John discuss the prospect of a new Canadian consulate, federal pressure to stop states from keeping medical debt off credit reports, and federal threats to deport Alaskans due to errors by Alaska’s DMV. We also see who Mike Johnson works for and how Trump’s threats to Greenland are especially relevant to Alaska.…

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HiddenTrack #284 GLITTERER (Ned Russin) 1:12:05

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Glitterer is an American rock band from Washington, D.C. Initially a solo project, the band was formed and is fronted by Ned Russin, vocalist and bassist of the band Title Fight. Thanks for listening!!! Please Follow us on Instagram @hiddentracks99 Pre and Post roll music brought to you by @sleepcyclespa…

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Home to Roost #33: Disappearing Things 29:30

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Rachel and John discuss disappearing federal health insurance subsidies, disappearing federal atmospheric research, and disappearing manufacturing jobs. We also discuss the how the Constitution’s ban on religious tests was intended to protect religion, not just the government, from hypocrisy.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HiddenTracks #282 RESTROYER. (Grason, Chris, Alex, and Matt) 1:43:29

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On this week's episode we welcome the punk band RESTROYER. from Salt Lake City, Utah. Restroyer. is a a no-rules celebration of punk rock in all its forms. Blending fast melodic skate punk, gritty hardcore, and classic 90s vibes, they write love letters to the sounds that shaped them. The SLC-based quartet specializes in the punk rock that you may …

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HTR #32 Hep B and Birthdays of Autocrats 29:13

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John and Rachel review some surprising facts about Alaska’s history of Hepatitis B and discuss celebrations of autocratic birthdays. They also play Public Policy Pursuit and review the Constitution’s Nobility Clauses.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HTR #31 TSA fees, drug education, and possible oil and gas leases. 30:19

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This week, we look at new TSA fees, drug education, and possible oil and gas leases. We also play public policy pursuit and discuss the Pardons Clause.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HiddenTrack #281 ROSEVILLE (Jake Lyon) 1:11:04

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Roseville is an American independent shoegazy emo band based in Fort Collins, Colorado. Thanks for listening!!! Please Follow us on Instagram @hiddentracks99 Pre and Post roll music brought to you by @sleepcyclespaBy Shane Murphy

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HTR #30: Coast Guard Icebreakers & Federal Homeless Policies 29:53

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Rachel and John discuss the new Coast Guard icebreakers and changes in federal homeless policies, play Public Policy Pursuit, and review the Constitution’s Oath Clause.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HTR #29: Federal Workforce and Statements from the White House 29:53

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John and Rachel discuss what a less capable federal workforce might mean for Alaska, the craziest statements to recently come from the White House, and the meaning of the Constitution’s Guarantee Clause.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HiddenTrack #280 BADVRIL (Becket Schroeder and Tessa Piccillo) 1:08:28

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BADVRIL is an active American grunge band based in San Francisco, known for their "chaotic, narcotic grunge sound" that blends small-town isolation with the energy of city life. The band is led by Becket Schroeder and closely accompanied by Tessa Piccillo. "BADVRIL is a band that thrives on the tension between small-town isolation and the frenetic …

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HiddenTrack #279 CELEBRATION SUMMER (Greg,Chris,Nate, and Dan) 1:34:00

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CELEBRATION SUMMER is a melodic punk band from Washington, DC that formed in late 2019 when bassist Greg Raelson set out to channel the sound and spirit of the late ’80s/early ’90s punk he grew up on. Joined by guitarist Dan Hauser and singer/guitarist Nate Falger, the band later solidified its lineup with powerhouse drummer Chris Ricci. With a rhy…

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HiddenTracks #278 HIDDEN CABINS (Craig Cirinelli) 2:10:11

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Currently based out of both New Jersey and North Carolina, Hidden Cabins is an eclectic, indie alt-folk group comprised of Craig Cirinelli (microphone/hand percussion) & Brian Hofgesang (guitars/textures), writing melodic songs with a simplified vision, yet complex emotive flair. Far reaching exposure has seen the duo journey both within and outsid…

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HTR #28: SNAP Chaos and more 29:34

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What’s been landing in Alaska? SNAP chaos, shortened public comment periods, and ICE enforcement. We also discuss the Constitution’s Supremacy Clause and play public policy pursuit.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HiddenTrack #277 MODERN CULTURE (Kevin Dunne) 1:11:16

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On this week's episode I welcome Kevin Dunne from the genre bending band MODERN CULTURE. Modern Culture has been carving out a space with their blend of emo-leaning alt-rock, pulling in shades of shoegaze and post-hardcore, and pairing it with lyrics that stick with you long after the set ends. Thanks for listening!!! Please Follow us on Instagram …

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HTR #27: Food Stamps, Heating Subsidies, Staggered Terms for US Senate 29:56

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John and Rachel review how the shutdown is affecting food stamps and heating subsidies, why the Constitution staggers the terms for Senators, and what bizarre statements federal officials now consider appropriate.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HiddenTrack #276 HORACE PINKER (Scott Eastman, Bryan Jones, Greg Mytych & at times Ford) 1:12:21

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On this weeks episode we welcome Pop punk pioneers HORACE PINKER. Horace Pinker is an American pop punk band formed in 1991 in Tempe, Arrizona and now based in Chicago, Illinois. There are a ton of fun stories throughout this episode as well some great $h!t talkin'. Horace Pinker has also released their brand-new album, Now and the Future, out now …

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HTR #26 Weakening vaccine requirements, the legal arguments surrounding national guard deployments 29:59

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This week, we review weakening vaccine requirements, the legal arguments surrounding national guard deployments, RFK Jr.’s continued fascination with chemtrails, presidential term limits, and much more.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HiddenTrack #275 ST. TERRIBLE (Zach Herbert) 1:12:26

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St. Terrible is a musician, story-teller and artist based out of Boise, ID. His work features a wide range of music that varies from experimental folk to ambient minimalism, often mixing it with forms of storytelling and performance art. A multi-instrumentalist, live-looper and passionate improviser, St. terrible works both solo and collaboratively…

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HiddenTrack #274 ACTOR OBSERVER (Greg Marquis) 1:38:43

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Since the release of their debut full length in 2015, ACTOR OBSERVER from Boston, MA have become a well-respected musical force throughout New England. Their dynamic sound and electric live performance are charged with a visceral sincerity and vulnerability that audience members find refreshing in the current age of post-hardcore. On 2022’s ‘Songs …

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HTR # 25 Free speech case pending before the U.S. Supreme Court.They also revisit the 10th Amendment 30:22

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On this week’s show, John and Rachel discuss the implications of a free speech case pending before the U.S. Supreme Court and the global strategic importance of Alaska. They also revisit the 10th Amendment in light of recent National Guard deployments.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HiddenTrack #273 NAMES WITHOUT NUMBERS (Dave Owens & Ryan Cruickshank) 1:17:39

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Names Without Numbers is a four-piece rock and roll band from Omaha, NE. The band was originally formed by a group of longtime friends and musicians trying to transition away from their pop-punk roots to a grittier, emotional style of rock. Previous releases by the band have seen a growth from experimental emo and punk to a more polished pop-rock s…

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HTR # 24 ICE enforcement and contracts in Alaska. 29:50

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On Home to Roost, Rachel Levitt and John Robertson review ICE enforcement and contracts in Alaska, uncertainties regarding rural air subsidies, and the significance of having a separate judicial branch. John also tries to win at Rachel’s Public Policy Pursuit.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HTR #23 Federal cuts to technical education, the implications for an Alaska LNG line, and growing South Korean doubts about investing in the US 29:50

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This week, we review federal cuts to technical education, the implications for an Alaska LNG line, and growing South Korean doubts about investing in the US, as well as the concerns that the Founding Fathers had about irresponsible monetary policies. John also tries to answer another of Rachel’s news quizzes.…

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HiddenTrack #272 DR. SCIENTIST (Trevor O'Connor) 1:17:51

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On this week's episode we get to hang out with my friend Trevor O'Connor of the genre blending band DR. SCIENTIST. Throughout the episode you might hear some loud noises, do not worry , Trevor was having some new windows installed. It's just proof that nothing will stop him from getting his music out to the masses. Stay tuned after the episode for …

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HTR #22: Vanishing Appropriations, H1B Visas for AK Teachers and More 29:29

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By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HiddenTrack #271 MUD WHALE (Michael Morris) 1:13:18

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Mud Whale are a highly dynamic alt-rock band formed in 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. Shortly after arriving in his new home, vocalist and guitarist Michael Morris went searching for like-minded musicians and found a tight-knit group with guitarist Justin Cheuvront, drummer Avery Sylvaine and bassist Joe Hanson. The band’s existence is a “beautiful, rand…

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HTR #21: Federal cuts to technical education 29:28

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This week, we review federal cuts to technical education, the implications for an Alaska LNG line of growing South Korean doubts about investing in the US, and the concerns that the Founding Fathers had about irresponsible monetary policies. John also tries to answer another of Rachel’s news quizzes.…

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HiddenTrack #270 MINERAL KING (Aiden Scott & Kasey Klar) 1:14:54

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After finishing college in 2020 and being locked down in LA, guitarist Aiden Scott and vocalist Kasey Klar, long time musical partners, decided to start a new project that they could really sink their teeth into. Gathering s team of old friends/musicians and new ones, MINERAL KING was off to the races. Blending modern influences like Delta Sleep an…

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HTR #20: Federal grant cuts to University of Alaska 29:29

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Rachel Levitt and John Robertson review federal grant cuts to University of Alaska, how a heavy-handed ICE raid in Georgia undermines federal encouragement of South Korean support for an Alaska LNG line, and what the US Constitution says about scientific progress. Rachel also tries to stump John in Public Policy Pursuit.…

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HiddenTrack #269 CARTER BRADY 1:12:57

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Brady is an American musician, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist based in New York City who has played in various bands and groups of different genres and styles, most notably 90’s nostalgic alternative rock. Similar to a Mac DeMarco-type figure, Brady writes all of the music and records all or most of the instruments on his songs. Raised in th…

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HTR #19: CDC, Coast Guard Icebreakers, and the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 28:54

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Rachel and John review changes at the CDC, an increase in the number of Coast Guard icebreakers, and how reaction to enforcement of the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 might parallel reaction to current immigration enforcement.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HiddenTrack #268 PEN NAME (Jack Norris and Joel Olbrechts) 1:14:57

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Pen Name are a 4-piece emo/punk band from Kent, in the vein of Sport, American Football, Mineral, Benton Falls, Unwed Sailor, and Toe. Thanks for listening!!! Please Follow us on Instagram @hiddentracks99 Pre and Post roll music brought to you by @sleepcyclespaBy Shane Murphy

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HTR #18: Railbelt's looming energy crisis and grand jury clause of the 5th Amendment. 30:16

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John and Rachel discuss the Railbelt's looming energy crisis, play public policy pursuit, and contemplate the grand jury clause of the 5th Amendment.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HiddenTrack #267 BREAK TO BROKEN (Clinton Maher, Justin Rauschkolb, and Eli Nowak) 1:11:09

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BREAK TO BROKEN formed in October of 2020 during a global pandemic which left the world in an isolating lockdown. Aussie, Clinton Maher, was looking for like-minded collaborators to help pull through his vision for a new music project. A post on a message board connected him with Eli Nowak and Justin Rauschkolb, both veterans of the late 90's New J…

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HTR #17: Solar Power, Alaska Tourism and more 29:35

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This week John and Rachel review cuts to solar power, a drop in Alaska tourism, and the fears that some Anti-Federalists had about presidential power. Rachel also introduces a new quiz game for John to play.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HTR #16: National Guard in DC and Census Clause of the 14th Amendment 29:10

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Rachel and John discuss National Guard deployments to Washington, DC, play two truths and a lie, and review the Census Clause of the 14th Amendment.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HiddenTrack #266 TEXAS IS THE REASON (Chris Daly) 1:22:53

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Well here we are 5 years later and still doing what we do, spreading the love of music. For our special 5 year Anniversary Show I am was super excited to have Chris Daly of Texas Is The Reason, 108, Jets To Brazil, and Ravens just to name a few. If I list his resume I might have run out of characters. We spent a fair amount of time speaking about t…

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HiddenTrack #265 FOREST COVE (Chandler Henesey) 1:13:28

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This week we welcome Chandler Henesey of the SoCal Pop Punk with a splash of Emo and Alt Rock.project FOREST COVE. Thanks for listening!!! Please Follow us on Instagram @hiddentracks99 Pre and Post roll music brought to you by @sleepcyclespaBy Shane Murphy

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HTR #15: Gerrymandering; Trump-Putin Summit; 19th Amendment 30:00

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Join John and Rachel this week as they discuss gerrymandering, the Trump-Putin summit, play two truths and a lie, and discuss recent controversies about the 19th Amendment.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HiddenTrack #264 PETER SALETT (Singer, Songwriter, Film Composer, Actor) 56:50

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Peter Salett—the singer-songwriter, composer, and performer known for his breakout song “Heart of Mine” in Edward Norton’s Keeping the Faith —has had his music featured in films like Forgetting Sarah Marshall and Down in the Valley + Founder of the Hometown Project See Below. Described by The New York Times as a “winsome pop poet” and hailed by Tim…

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HTR #14:Vaccine Research, Firing a Top Federal Statistician, and the Constitution’s State of the Union Clause 30:11

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Rachel and John discuss the termination of grants for some vaccine research, the firing of a top federal statistician, and the significance of the Constitution’s State of the Union Clause. Also, John wins Rachel’s challenge in Two Truths and a Lie.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HiddenTrack #263 JOHN GALM (SNOWING / MT. WORRY) 1:34:48

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It’s harder to begin again when everyone already knows who you were. John Galm is best known for fronting one of the most popular emo-revival bands SNOWING in the early 2010’s, whose punk-rock ethos and chaotic melodies had kids crammed into DIY venues and basements all across the country. Since then, he has tried his hand in several bands, ranging…

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HiddenTrack #262 19 MILES PER HOUR (Danny, Michael, Jackson, and Ben) 1:13:46

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19 Miles Per Hour is an energetic pop/rock band originally from New Hampshire, now based in Provo, UT. The band was founded by brothers Danny and Michael Iacopucci. Recently, Jackson Payne and Ben Whetstone have joined the band’s lineup. The band is known for their catchy, driven rock songs about their experiences with mental health, love, heartbre…

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HTR #13: Impact of Federal Changes on Mental Health and More 29:58

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Please join John and Rachel this week as they discuss how federal changes are likely to impact drug treatment, rural radio, local schools, and the power of Congress.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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Hidden Track #231 YEAR END REVIEW 2024!!! 20:48

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THANK YO TO EVERYONE THAT HAS HELPED US BECOME WHAT WE ARE TODAY!!! PLEASE COME VISIT US @ HIDDEN TRACKS RECORDS 520 Main Street, Boonton, NJ 07005 Thanks for listening!!! Please Follow us on Instagram @hiddentracks99 Pre and Post roll music brought to you by @sleepcyclespaBy Shane Murphy

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HTR #12: Big Beautiful Bill and Shift to Private Education 29:58

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Rachel Levitt and John Robertson discuss Federal actions that impact Alaska on Home to Roost. This week on Home to Roost, Rachel and John discuss the July 14th headline from the PBS News Hour titled "Big Beautiful Bill Could Accelerate the Private Education Shift." Every week in the Plain Reading section, they review a portion of the Constitution. …

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HiddenTrack #261 NECKSCARS (Will Romeo) 1:10:15

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Formed in downstate New York in late 2018, Neckscars are Will Romeo (Vox/Guitar), Justin Parish (Guitar/Vox), Colin Harte (Bass), and. Over the past two decades the members have been cutting their teeth in the DIY scene and have gathered to form this expansive collaboration. Without any specific stylistic direction in mind, they were determined to …

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HTR #11: The new federal school voucher, the disappearance of federal reports, and the Establishment and Free Exercise Clauses of the First Amendment. 29:58

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This week Rachel and John discuss the new federal school voucher and tax credit program, the disappearance of federal reports, and the meaning of the Establishment and Free Exercise Clauses of the First Amendment.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HiddenTrack #260 THANKS! I HATE IT (Ryan and William Loomis) 1:09:36

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Thanks! I Hate It is a Mid Westcoast Emo band that plays sad songs in happy keys. Songs drenched in sincerity from a band full of people that don’t take themselves seriously. When it comes to finding your place in a scene, finding yourselves can be scary, but luckily Thanks! I Hate It supersede all genre defining scenes. Today marks the beginning o…