Best Imaginary Radio Network Podcasts (2025)

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42. How Does When You Are Born Affect Who You Are? 38:35

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Also: how did Angela do with her no-sugar challenge? This episode originally aired on March 7, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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Willow House Part One: Summer in the Suburbs 55:03

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An urban legend, a haunted house, and a small town coming of age tradition. Welcome to Thirteen's 2025 Fall Series: Willow House Don't want to wait for weekly releases? Listen to the rest of the series right now, on Patreon! Written by Ian Epperson Narrated by Brooke Jennett Ashley was Noelle Woolery Charlie was Shelby Novak Amber was Emma Sherr-Zi…

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41. Why Are We So Attracted to Fame? 35:41

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Also: do we subconsciously lie about our major influences? This episode originally aired on February 28, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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40. Have We All Lost Our Ability to Compromise? 36:15

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Also: is it better to be right or “not wrong”? This episode originally aired on February 21, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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The Land 1:04:59

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You do know … don’t you? Figures in the trees, sleepwalking into the forest ... is it really just “bad land?” Written by Sarah Oechsle Narrated by Brooke Jennett Patrick was Ian Epperson Editing and sound design by Brooke Jennett Assistance from Bridgett Freeman Support Thirteen on Patreon Merch is available through Dashery Find Thirteen on social …

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39. Is Everybody Cheating These Days? 37:15

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Also, what's better: to learn new skills or go deep on what you're good at? This episode originally aired on February 14, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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38. What Does It Mean to Be a “Good” Man? 34:27

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Also: how can you stop ruminating? This episode originally aired on February 7, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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37. How Do You Know if People Don’t Like You? 39:38

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Also: do self-help books really help? This episode originally aired on January 31, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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36. Which Matters More, a First or Last Impression? 36:41

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Also: does wisdom really come with age? This episode originally aired on January 14, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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35. Does Psychotherapy Actually Work? 32:42

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Also: how many “selves” is it OK to have? This episode originally aired on January 17, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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The Gift Giver 39:02

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If you could have anything, what gift would you ask for? Written by JD Simpson Narrated by Ian Epperson The Gift Giver was Nate DuFort Editing and sound design by Brooke Jennett Assistance from Ian Epperson and Bridgett Freeman Support Thirteen on Patreon Merch is available through Dashery Find Thirteen on social media at: Facebook, Tiktok and Inst…

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34. Are Humans Smarter or Stupider Than We Used to Be? 35:45

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Also: how can you become a more curious person? This episode originally aired on January 10, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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33. Is Optimism a Luxury Good? 38:43

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Also: why is public speaking so terrifying? This episode originally aired on January 3, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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Wolf Girl 30:02

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Hyperreality, fur and fangs, a waxing moon ... nothing has ever felt more real, than this. Written by Alice St. Stirling Narrated by Kayla Temshiv Editing and sound design by Brooke Jennett Assistance from Ian Epperson and Bridgett Freeman Support Thirteen on Patreon Merch is available through Dashery Find Thirteen on social media at: Facebook, Tik…

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32. Which Gets You Further: Talent or Effort? 33:42

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Also: where is the line between acronyms, initialisms, and gibberish? This episode originally aired on December 20, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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31. How Much Do Your Friends Affect Your Future? 36:40

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Also: which professions have the happiest people? This episode originally aired on December 13, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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What Meets in the Dark and the Rain 44:07

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Are you wandering? Have you been looking ... all this time? Written by Darren Todd Narrated by Nate DuFort Melissa was Brooke Jennett Music composed by Caleb Ritchie Editing and sound design by Brooke Jennett Assistance from Ian Epperson and Bridgett Freeman Support Thirteen on Patreon Merch is available through Dashery Find Thirteen on social medi…

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30. Why Do We Seek Comfort in the Familiar? 35:25

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Also: is a little knowledge truly a dangerous thing? This episode originally aired on December 6, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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29. How Do You Know When It’s Time to Quit? 31:43

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Also: why is it so hard to predict success? This episode originally aired on November 29, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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28. Why Do We Hoard? 29:14

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Also: do you spend more time thinking about the past, the present, or the future? This episode originally aired on November 22, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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Introducing: Hemophobia - Season 2 "House of Actors" 1:31:50

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Hemophobia is an anthology horror podcast, and each season tells a new multi chapter story. Here's the first chapter of the second season of Hemophobia - "House of Actors" This seasons cast features Brooke Jennett, as well as Thirteen alum Mason Amadeus, Josiah O. Knight, and Kayla Temshiv. If you haven't fallen in love with Hemophobia yet, now is …

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27. How Should You Ask for Forgiveness? 37:45

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Also: why is behavior change so darn hard? This episode originally aired on November 15, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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26. Do Checklists Make People Stupid? 34:19

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Also: what’s so great about New York City anyway? This episode originally aired on November 8, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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Double Feature: Lorelai and God's Country 1:16:05

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Once you've lost everything, can you find it again? LORELAI Written by Johanathan Hart Narrated by Mason Amadeus GOD'S COUNTRY Written by Oni S. Narrated by Brooke Jennett Editing and sound design by Brooke Jennett Assistance from Ian Epperson and Bridgett Freeman Music licensed through Artlist Support Thirteen on Patreon Merch is available through…

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25. Is Hedonism Better Than Self-Control? 30:45

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Also: is it wrong to feel inured to the pandemic? This episode originally aired on November 1, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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24. Why Do We Forget So Much of What We’ve Read? 34:01

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Also: do we overestimate or underestimate our significance in other people’s lives? This episode originally aired on October 25, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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23. Is It Wrong to Crave Praise? 38:41

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Also: should everyone have their own trauma score? This episode originally aired on October 18, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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What Haunts Anvil House 29:39

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Some towns have the boogeyman, we have Anvil House. Written by Sophie Newman Narrated by Kayla Temshiv Editing and sound design by Brooke Jennett Assistance from Ian Epperson and Bridgett Freeman Music licensed through Artlist Merch is available through Dashery Find Thirteen on social media at: Facebook, Tiktok and Instagram Email us with any quest…

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22. Why Do We Buy Things We’ll Never Use? 31:35

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Also: how is social media like a knife? This episode originally aired on October 11, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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Caught On Tape 46:58

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I need to know what's happening to me ... Written by Victoria Dalpe Narrated by Ian Epperson Lily was Brooke Jennett Music composed by Caleb Ritchie Editing and sound design by Brooke Jennett Additional assistance from Ian Epperson and Bridgett Freeman You already support Thirteen on Patreon <3 Merch is available through Dashery Find Thirteen on so…

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21. How Can You Identify Hidden Talent? With Eric Schmidt. 35:14

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Also: is there a downside to billionaire philanthropy? This episode originally aired on October 4, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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Presenting “Smart Girl Dumb Questions” 47:32

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Nayeema Raza describes her podcast as “a curiosity party.” In this episode of Smart Girl Dumb Questions, she asks chef and food writer J. Kenji López-Alt whether cooking is an art or a science — and whether brunch is a scam. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data f…

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20. Should We Separate the Art From the Artist? 32:44

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Also: what is the meaning of life? This episode originally aired on September 27, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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Introducing: They're Not Shadows 29:10

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Check out They're Not Shadows for spooky stories of the paranormal, the supernatural and the unexplained. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy SpectreVision Radio

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19. Is There Such a Thing as Good Estrangement? 34:31

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Also: how do you know if you have a “bad personality”? This episode originally aired on September 20, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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The Well: Part Two 54:31

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There are worse things than being a ghost. Written by MN Wiggins Narrated by Brooke Jennett Sheriff Danny was Tucker Deputy Rupert and Reverend Stone were played by Jordan Reed Mr. Johnson was Mason Amadeus Clyde was Josiah O. Knight Editing and sound design by Brooke Jennett Additional assistance from Ian Epperson and Bridgett Freeman Hear more fr…

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18. How Do You Raise a “Likable” Kid? 29:39

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Also: what’s so great about friendship? This episode originally aired on September 13, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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The Well: Part One 1:05:35

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There are worse things than being a ghost. Written by MN Wiggins Narrated by Brooke Jennett Editing and sound design by Brooke Jennett Assistance from Ian Epperson and Bridgett Freeman Additional music and sounds licensed through Artlist Support Thirteen on Patreon Merch is available through Dashery Find Thirteen on social media at: Facebook, Tikto…

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17. How Can We Get More Virtue and Less ‘Virtue Signaling’? 32:31

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Also: is it better to be a thinker, a doer, or a charmer? This episode originally aired on September 6, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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16. What’s the Downside to Being Goal-Oriented? 31:42

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Also: how does a cook become a chef? With Gabrielle Hamilton. This episode originally aired on August 30, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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15. How Much of Your Life Do You Actually Control? 36:37

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Also: why do we procrastinate? This episode originally aired on August 23, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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Thumb 35:00

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There's a ghost who haunts a certain stretch of highway 111. Written by Stetson Ray Narrated by Ian Epperson Mindy Summers was Brooke Jennett Featuring music from Brenda Fernendes from the album, Faith Keeper Editing and sound design by Brooke Jennett Assistance from Bridgett Freeman Find Edging on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts …

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14. Are You a Maximizer or a Satisficer? 24:12

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Also: what is the best question you’ve ever been asked in a job interview? This episode originally aired on August 16, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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13. How Can You Stop Comparing Yourself With Other People? 33:57

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Also: how can we stop confusing correlation with causation? This episode originally aired on August 9, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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On the Muddy Shores Where the Oracle Writhes 1:01:03

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You can't change fate ... can you? Written by Amanda Cecelia Lang Narrated by Brooke Jennett Gideon was Ian Epperson Music composed by Caleb Ritchie Editing and sound design by Brooke Jennett Assistance from Bridgett Freeman Find Edging on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts Support Thirteen on Patreon Merch is available through Dashe…

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12. Does “As If” Thinking Really Work? 32:57

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Also: how effective is the placebo effect? This episode originally aired on August 2, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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11. Are Ambitious People Inherently Selfish? 36:03

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Also: why do we habituate to life’s greatest pleasures? This episode originally aired on July 26, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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10. Why Are Stories Stickier Than Statistics? 30:28

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Also: are the most memorable stories less likely to be true? This episode originally aired on July 19, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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Maine: Part Two 40:14

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She walked into the ocean … Written by Madeline Daniel Narrated by Brooke Jennett Caro was Kayla Temshiv Gabe was Ian Epperson Nick was Mason Amadeus Music composed by Caleb Ritchie Editing and sound design by Brooke Jennett Assistance from Bridgett Freeman Support Thirteen on Patreon Support Lexington Writers Room here Merch is available through D…

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9. Why Is It So Hard to Be Alone With Our Thoughts? 33:40

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Also: how do you avoid screwing up your kids? This episode originally aired on July 12, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher