Best Jacob and Libby Podcasts (2025)

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E161 Dr. Casey Grover on Trauma and Addiction 1:12:20

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Guest host Jazz (episode #41) talks with returning expert Dr. Casey Grover, an addiction medicine physician with both clinical expertise and lived experience of PTSD. Together, they explore the powerful intersection of trauma and addiction, breaking down how adverse childhood experiences, big “T” and little “t” traumas, and even intergenerational s…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Rep. Greg Landsman (Aug. 22) 24:20

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QATAR, TURKEY, IRAN, AND GAZA HEADLINE 1: The Trump administration just went scorched earth on the International Criminal Court with fresh sanctions. HEADLINE 2: An Israeli imprisoned in Lebanon for over a year has quietly been freed — no prisoner swap needed. HEADLINE 3: Tensions are running high in the West Bank. -- FDD Executive Director Jonatha…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Jonas Du (Aug. 20) 22:19

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WHY ARE LEGACY MEDIA OUTLETS AMPLIFYING HAMAS' NARRATIVE? HEADLINE 1: Hamas has possibly agreed to a 60-day ceasefire with Israel. But don’t hold your breath. The terms are 10 living hostages and 18 bodies in exchange for 150 Palestinian prisoners serving life sentences. HEADLINE 2: Yesterday, the families of the “Beautiful Six” commemorated one ye…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Richard Goldberg (Aug. 18) 25:47

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HOW IS ENERGY RELATED TO U.S. NATIONAL SECURITY? HEADLINE 1: The family of Israeli hostage Matan Zangauker released a new video of him in Hamas captivity. HEADLINE 2: Israel is preparing a full-scale offensive in Gaza City. HEADLINE 3: Israel struck the Houthis where it hurts — again. -- FDD Executive Director Jonathan Schanzer provides timely upda…

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E160 John S. 52:53

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Lily & Charlie discuss - Is the last thing you quit the hardest? John, an engineer and outdoor enthusiast, recounts his decade-long struggle with kratom addiction that began as an alternative to pain pills, leading to escalating use (from 120 grams per day in the early 2010s to 7oh isolates in 2025), financial ruin, and the loss of a significant re…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Janatan Sayeh (Aug. 15) 24:32

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HOW DID ORDINARY IRANIANS RESPOND TO ISRAEL’S 12-DAY WAR AGAINST THE REGIME’S NUCLEAR PROGRAM? HEADLINE 1: Israel is reportedly in talks with several countries to take in Palestinians from Gaza. HEADLINE 2: Ali Larijani, the secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, visited Beirut this week. HEADLINE 3: Turkey and Syria signed a defens…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Ahmad Sharawi (Aug. 13) 24:53

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IS SYRIA'S NEW STRONGMAN UP TO THE TASK? HEADLINE 1: Iran reported a new statistic about last month’s 12-day war. Between June 13 and 24: Iranian police arrested 21,000 people. HEADLINE 2: The evidence against Hamas’s claim of starvation in Gaza is mounting, even as the accusations against Israel continue to fly. HEADLINE 3: The IDF eliminated five…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Dan Raviv (Aug. 11) 23:56

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ISRAELI MOSSAD OPERATIVES ARE SPYING IN IRAN WHILE SOME ORDINARY ISRAELIS ARE SPYING FOR IRAN. HEADLINE 1: Iran has sent its surviving nuclear scientists into hiding. HEADLINE 2: The IDF foiled another attempt to smuggle weapons from Egypt into Israel. HEADLINE 3: White House envoy Steve Witkoff met with Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Ab…

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E159 Alyse 48:21

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In the open, Charlie and Nolan discuss the fed's proposed 7OH ban. Jacob talks to interview guest Alyse about her journey from discovering kratom during bodybuilding training to struggling with addiction, multiple relapses, and ultimately seeking recovery through detox, medically assisted treatment, and support systems. While at time of this broadc…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Carrie Filipetti (Aug. 8) 24:12

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HOW DO TRUMP VOTERS VIEW U.S. NATIONAL SECURITY ISSUES? HEADLINE 1: The United Nations has finally engaged with the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, or “GHF.” HEADLINE 2: The Lebanese government approved a U.S. proposal to disarm Hezbollah by the end of 2025. HEADLINE 3: Israel signed a major energy export deal with Egypt. -- FDD Executive Director Jo…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Haviv Rettig Gur (Aug. 6) 28:48

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WHAT IS THE ISRAELI PUBLIC OPINION ON THE WAR IN GAZA? HEADLINE 1: A group of Iranian scientists secretly visited Russian nuclear facilities last year. HEADLINE 2: Israel is snarling at the United Nations, and it’s high drama. HEADLINE 3: The multi-front war in the Middle East continues on, uh, multiple fronts. -- FDD Executive Director Jon Schanze…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Andrew Fox (Aug. 4) 23:15

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WHAT'S THE ON-THE-GROUND REALITY IN GAZA? HEADLINE 1: Turkey hosted a senior Hamas delegation this weekend. HEADLINE 2: White House envoy Steve Witkoff and U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee visited Gaza on Friday. HEADLINE 3: The United Nations Relief and Works Agency, or “UNRWA,” is feeling the heat here in the United States. -- FDD Executiv…

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E158 Jonny L. 43:31

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Jacob and Nolan open on how addiction is a lifetime journey thought not a permanent ongoing struggle. In the interview, Jonny became addicted to 7-OH in both liquid and tablet versions, which led to rapid tolerance and severe dependence. He ultimately quit after a car accident by entering a treatment facility, where he used Suboxone to help with wi…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Ambassador Michael Oren (Aug. 1) 31:46

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HOW ISOLATED IS ISRAEL RIGHT NOW? HEADLINE 1: The Trump administration is forging ahead with its maximum pressure campaign. HEADLINE 2: In more sanctions news, the Trump administration sanctioned the Palestine Liberation Organization and Palestinian Authority. HEADLINE 3: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun intensified his call for Hezbollah to disarm. …

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Never Help A Lost Pet - Killed Cheese #19 12:57

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Listen to your neighbors sometimes, might save your life., Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story- https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1m6hww9/my_new_neighborhood_has_only_one_rule_never_under/ Website- https://killedcheesepodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram- http…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Nadav Eyal (Jul. 30) 28:50

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GAZA FAMINE CLAIMS AND ISRAEL'S INTERNATIONAL ISOLATION HEADLINE 1: Syrian refugees displaced during the country’s civil war are starting to return home. HEADLINE 2: The IDF has released an assessment of its Fall 2024 campaign against Hezbollah. HEADLINE 3: The Houthis have again threatened to escalate attacks against international shipping. -- FDD…

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Doll Eyes - Killed Cheese #18 8:54

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Be careful who you pick up at night. Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story- https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1m6uxw3/doll_eyes/ Website- https://killedcheesepodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/killedcheese/ Tiktok- https://www.tiktok…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Aaron Magid (Jul. 28) 25:00

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JORDAN'S DELICATE BALANCING ACT HEADLINE 1: Israel has taken a good first step by implementing daily tactical pauses in Gaza. HEADLINE 2: As if to underscore the need for a pause, two more Israelis were killed in action. HEADLINE 3: As if we didn’t have enough Gaza news to cover today, President Trump is reportedly rethinking his Gaza strategy. -- …

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E157 Ryan M. Returns 1:11:54

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Lily and Jacob explore the potential of cannabis becoming a substitute or cross addiction to kratom. Ryan talks to Lily about his struggles this past year relapsing on kava-kratom tonics, and escalating to other substances such as alcohol and opiates. Heads up, this episode's interview includes talk of suicide. Remember to dial 988 to talk get help…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. David Daoud (Jul. 25) 25:51

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IS LEBANON'S FUTURE BRIGHT OR BLEAK? HEADLINE 1: Saudi Arabia announced $6.4 billion worth of investments in Syria. HEADLINE 2: Another country is poised to join South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice. HEADLINE 3: 8 Israeli soldiers were injured yesterday. -- FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer provides ti…

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Her Husband's Dark Secret - Killed Cheese #17 14:30

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This secret will make you scared. Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story- https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1m28edg/her_husbands_secret/ Website- https://killedcheesepodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/killedcheese/ Tiktok- https://www…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Rep. Josh Gottheimer (Jul. 23) 24:35

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IRAN, ISRAEL, AND THE UNITED STATES HEADLINE 1: The U.S. Treasury Department sanctioned a petroleum smuggling and sanctions evasion network that generates cash for the Houthis. HEADLINE 2: A round of nuclear talks is scheduled to take place on Friday between Iran, Britain, France, and Germany – the E3. HEADLINE 3: The U.S. pulled out of the United …

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Join us in the pit Chase... - Killed Cheese #16 9:56

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Never and I mean never go to an abandoned mall. Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story- https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1m5nzhp/the_abandoned_mall_that_led_to_a_different/ Website- https://killedcheesepodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Einat Wilf (Jul. 21) 24:44

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GAZA, SYRIA, AND THE ISRAELI PEOPLE HEADLINE 1: The Israeli army is moving into Deir al-Balah in central Gaza. HEADLINE 2: Hostage families slammed IDF’s Deir al-Balah ground op — fearing for their loved ones’ lives. HEADLINE 3: More allegations of Israeli brutality in Gaza. And more denials from Israel. -- FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer deliv…

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There is something else in here with me - Killed Cheese #15 15:13

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Girl goes and joins a new bat sanctuary and finds more than bats. Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story-https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1ljm4hl/i_work_at_a_bat_sanctuary_theres_something_else/ Website- https://killedcheesepodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram- …

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E156 Violet 1:38:26

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Charlie and Jacob catch up and discuss how easy access to kratom can influence use. Violet discusses with Lily her journey through Kratom addiction and withdrawal, highlighting its impact on her active lifestyle as an onsite seamstress and stylist for weddings, as well as her experiences with Ecstatic Dance and sobriety. She shares insights on the …

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Hillel Neuer (Jul. 18) 25:50

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THE UN ISN'T JUST A FEW BAD APPLES — IT'S ROTTEN TO THE CORE HEADLINE 1: Israel launched a national awareness campaign warning Israelis of Iranian recruitment attempts. HEADLINE 2: The Yemeni National Resistance Forces intercepted a shipment of Iranian weapons. HEADLINE 3: President Trump met with Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-T…

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DON'T WEAR THOSE TO BED - Killed Cheese #14 8:47

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Just do not wear those to bed, trust me bro don't do it..Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story- https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1luptoo/goodnight_gorgeous/ Website- https://killedcheesepodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/killedchees…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Rev. Johnnie Moore (Jul. 16) 24:59

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WHAT’S HAPPENING WITH HUMANITARIAN AID IN GAZA? HEADLINE 1: Lebanon’s central bank banned banks from interacting with a Hezbollah-linked financial institution called Al-Qard Al-Hassan. HEADLINE 2: Sectarian clashes erupted between Sunni Bedouin tribes and Druze militias in Syria. HEADLINE 3: The UN Human Rights Council is imploding. -- FDD Executiv…

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S6 Ep.24: Alex Edmans: Why do smart people make bad financial decisions? 34:46

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In our last episode of Season 6, we speak to author and London Business School Professor Alex Edmans about his book “May contain lies”. We discuss Alex’s focus on bringing his research to practitioners so that it has real world impact, with writing books being one way to achieve this. May Contain Lies is about misinformation, which Alex first reach…

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I'm A Serial Killer But I Met Something Way Worse - Killed Cheese #13 25:34

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When a serial killer meets something worse... maybe. Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story- https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1lloanq/im_a_serial_killer_i_met_something_scarier/ Website- https://killedcheesepodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram- https://www.insta…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Seth J. Frantzman (Jul. 14) 22:20

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ISRAEL, GAZA, IRAN ... AND MORE HEADLINE 1: The IDF’s Gaza war tempo is picking up. HEADLINE 2: Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly supports a potential nuclear deal that prevents Iran from enriching uranium. HEADLINE 3: New details are emerging about the 12-day war between Iran and Israel. -- FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer delivers ti…

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E155 Seth 43:52

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Lily and Nolan open to discuss methods to improve well-being after quitting, emphasizing the importance of slowing down and staying present, including a focus on withdrawals and tapping into ideas found in yoga. In the interview, Jacob sits down with Seth, who shares his journey of overcoming kratom addiction. Seth talks about emotional challenges …

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The Bride Who Burned - Killed Cheese #12 14:04

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Is she a ghost or is she real, Betty the bride takes us on a wild ride through her world. Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story- https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1lovhw7/betty/ Website- https://killedcheesepodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram- https://www.insta…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Meir Javedanfar (Jul. 11) 26:00

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WHAT'S GOING ON INSIDE IRAN RIGHT NOW? HEADLINE 1: The Trump administration continues to escalate its maximum pressure campaign against Iran. HEADLINE 2: Francesca Albanese got sanctioned. HEADLINE 3: Hamas tried to abduct an Israeli soldier. -- FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer delivers timely updates and expert analysis, followed by a conversat…

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Trailer Of Terror - Killed Cheese #11 13:57

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When a family moves on another family's land into their old trailer there are some surprise paranormal things that go on and haunt the family forever. Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story- https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1lsxvg3/trailer_of_terror/ Websi…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Roi Kais (Jul. 9) 24:35

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HAMAS, HEZBOLLAH, AND HTS HEADLINE 1: The Houthis are have resumed attacking ships in the Red Sea. HEADLINE 2: The Trump administration revoked Hayat Tahrir al-Sham’s designation as a Foreign Terrorist Organization. HEADLINE 3: Five Israeli soldiers were killed and 14 more were wounded in an ambush in Beit Hanoun in northern Gaza. -- FDD Executive …

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Play Alone Or Don't Play At All. - Killed Cheese #10 24:06

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The subway game, play it alone or don't play at all. Don't bring a friend or bad stuff will happen.Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story- https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1lrp1fq/the_subway_game/ Website- https://killedcheesepodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram…

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FDD Morning Brief feat. Col. Richard Kemp (Jul. 7) 24:26

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FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer delivers timely updates and expert analysis, followed by a conversation with Col. Richard Kemp, a retired British Army officer who has been on the ground in Israel and Gaza following the Hamas-led atrocities of October 7, 2023. Learn more at: https://www.fdd.org/fddmorningbrief…

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E154 James K. 1:11:37

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In the intro, Jacob talks about the importance of a positivity mindset. In the interview, Lily chats with James K., a professional cameraman from San Diego. He initially believed kratom to be a natural remedy, but it led to severe addiction alongside struggles with alcohol, marijuana, and opiates. He found kratom to involve intense withdrawals and …

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When the reaper comes for you, don’t be afraid. - Killed Cheese #9 19:52

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A twisted story of a sick mother and caring daughter. Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story- https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1lr5emg/confess/ Website- https://killedcheesepodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/killedcheese/ Tiktok- htt…

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S6 Ep.23: Markets, MAGA and Megatrends 39:40

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In this episode, we bring you the highlights from our Investment conference: Markets, MAGA and Megatrends. Covering topics such as:- Macro-economics, geopolitics and deglobalisation- Strategic asset allocation powered by demographics- How does USS, one of the UK’s largest pension funds integrates climate and demographics into its investment strateg…

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The Last One - Killed Cheese #8 15:25

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A messed up man gets his karma, karma always gets you. Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story-https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1lqa9v2/the_last_one/ Website- https://killedcheesepodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/killedcheese/ Tiktok…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Lisa Daftari (Jul. 2) 21:45

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THE IRANIAN PEOPLE VERSUS THE REGIME HEADLINE 1: President Trump signed an executive order lifting sanctions on Syria. HEADLINE 2: Iranian threats against Donald Trump and his administration keep on coming. HEADLINE 3: While we’re on the topic of suspicious Iranian activity…Danish authorities arrested a man suspected of collecting intel on Jewish t…

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I Found a Hidden Door in My Basement. I Wish I Had Never Opened It. - Killed Cheese #7 10:51

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A man finds a hidden door in his basement and against his better judgment he opens it and it changes his life forever. Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story-https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1h5xos5/i_found_a_hidden_door_in_my_basement_i_wish_I_had/ Websit…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. Jonathan Panikoff (Jun. 30) 25:19

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THE STATE OF IRAN'S NUCLEAR PROGRAM, THE WAR IN GAZA, AND THE AXIS OF AGGRESSORS HEADLINE 1: Hamas issued fresh threats against aid workers in Gaza. HEADLINE 2: Over the last three months, the Shin Bet has arrested over 60 Hamas operatives in the West Bank. HEADLINE 3: Ireland is weighing legislation to ban imports from Israeli communities in the W…

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E153 Matt and Jen 29:23

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Lily and Nolan talk about sleep issues in the weeks after you quit kratom. NOTE: Jen and Matt are living in FEMA temporary housing post a Florida disaster and have a pop-up emergency internet connection, which caused audio issues in the interview recording. We did the best we could to improve the quality but there are several spots were the guests …

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The Neighbor Made A Deadly Mistake - Killed Cheese #6 14:12

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When a medium gets caught up in a twist and turn of a family and neighbors dark secrets. Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story-https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1lhqdo0/being_a_medium_is_no_fun_this_woman_hired_me_to/ Website- https://killedcheesepodcast.p…

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FDD Morning Brief | feat. BG (Res.) Prof. Jacob Nagel (Jun. 27) 26:21

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IRAN, GAZA, AND THE HOSTAGES FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer delivers timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Brigadier General (Res.) Professor Jacob Nagel, FDD senior fellow and former Israeli national security advisor. Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief -- Join our community to receive 24/7 updates on new…

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Something Came Back Wearing Our Son - Killed Cheese #5 27:32

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What came home that day wasn't their son, who knows what it was. Libby and Jacob bring you a new weird, spooky and usually outlandish story every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Story-https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/1ldsudr/my_brother_is_downstairs_watching_tv_but_we/ Website- https://killedcheesepodcast.podbean.com/ Instagram- https…

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