A podcast for the misfits and rebels of the design world...and for those who appreciate them. Join Jared Skinner and Matthew Rosenberg, as they share their views on architecture, design, entrepreneurship, and making it in the real world.
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A word game podcast that promises to entertain you in 30 words or less, or it’s free!
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Hosted by blogger and author Kimberley A. Johnson.'Start Me Up' isn't just any other podcast. I'm willing to call BS when I see it and I don't care if it's coming from a rightwinger or a self-professed bleedingheart liberal. I'm not always politically correct and I'm a huge fan of loose talk and salty language. Sarcasm is guaranteed and political correctness will be at a minimum. This podcast is for anyone who wants to listen to compelling conversations with a variety of guests about current ...
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Rachel is back and her new book is titled Hit 'Em Where It Hurts: How to Save Democracy by Beating Republicans at Their Own Game, and she's the co-host of This is America on The Cycle on Substack. Topics: The 2026 midterms--where the focus needs to be, and will there even be elections? Musk’s possible third-party threat would hurt GOP if he actuall…
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Jess Craven is a political content creator—she’s @jesscraven101 on all platforms-- the author of "Chop Wood, Carry Water Daily Actions” on Substack, and the co-host of the Practivist Pod. She aims to help average Americans become more engaged in the political process and to help elect more progressive lawmakers everywhere. Topics: Jess weighs in on…
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#42 - Let's Just Say Yours Is... Butt (Featuring David Kantorski, Johnson Earls, Jane Hansen, and Blue Jey)
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Settle in for a long one, as Jay spends a fun evening with: Those Guys That Are Back To Play Jay's Game - Not Those Guys, The Ones That Are Back: David - Support small businesses! (and like... 450 more words) Johnson - Masks and vaccines work, check out Skillet Brew Trivia, take care of yourself, get Jay an(other) editor! Vs. The Jane Blues: Jane -…
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Start Me Up: Stephanie Dominguez Walton
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Steph is back! We had an in-depth chat about how the current fascist regime is affecting us-- us meaning all of us--and why it's so important to engage. Steph shared a story from grade school when she witnessed racism from a teacher, she told her father, and he confronted the principal--the outcome was positive. We discuss where Democrats need to s…
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Sarah Burris is a reporter at Raw Story, Alternet and Salon. Topics: Supreme Court sides with South Carolina in ruling allowing states to cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood and what that will mean; Trump's mental/physical health and corporate media's double-standard; the difference in what Raw Story reporters can cover compared to what'…
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Cheri is back for another rousing conversation. We start the show with our critiques of "And Just Like That," and then we dive into politics. Topics: what constitutes an effective political ad; Tucker Carlson went after Ted Cruz and Cheri emphasizes that no matter what things may look like, there's always something nefarious going on behind the sce…
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#41 - I Have Mental Splinters Now (Featuring Alan Kreisel, Jared Chown, Corin Purifoy, and DJ Carlile)
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We've got a first-time player in the house among three seasoned veterans as Jay hangs out with: The Hitmen: Alan - Be kind to each other and yourself, adopt don't shop, and homies help homies always! Jared - Be kind to one another, shop local, keep supporting the PTE Network and Liquid Kourage on Patreon! Vs. Two In The Pink: Corin - Love you all, …
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Jared Yates Sexton: Political Analyst, The Midnight Kingdom: A History of Power, Paranoia, and the Coming Crisis, Co-Host Muckrake Podcast, newsletter Dispatches From A Collapsing State, Board: The Change Campaign. Topics: the psychological and emotional toll of combating authoritarianism, the importance of self-care and maintaining a grounded pers…
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Wajahat Ali is the editor of The Left Hook Substack & Co-host of The Democracy-Ish Podcast. Topics: Wajahat talked about the challenges of maintaining hope and mental health while resisting a right-wing authoritarian regime; the normalization of extreme conspiracy theories and violence under Trump's presidency; concerns about the integrity of futur…
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David Pepper is a lawyer, writer, political activist, former elected official, and adjunct professor, and served as the Chairman of the Ohio Democratic Party between 2015 and 2021. He's the author of Laboratories of Autocracy and Saving Democracy. Topics: Courts say Trump tariffs are illegal--but will he obey the courts, and how would his defiance …
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Start Me Up: Jennifer Taylor-Skinner
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Jennifer Taylor-Skinner is a writer, essayist, and creator & host of the award-winning podcast, The Electorette—one of the longest-running feminist podcasts, offering analyses and solutions to the world's biggest political and social challenges, all through the lens of women. Topics: Both of us feel more hopeful about democracy than we did six mont…
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#40 - Is it Bowline for Soup or Bowlin for Soup? (Featuring Shara Hinkel, Melissa Mack, Nanci Skinner, and Dustin Resch, with Special Guest Jeff Clear)
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Do not adjust your podcatcher, there are in fact FIVE guests on this episode as Jay shares the limelight with: 66% of Mack Attack: Shara - Check in on government workers you know, be kind to people! Melissa - Had a blast, be kind! Vs. Still The Only Worders In The Building: Nanci - Be kind to retail workers, prices aren't their fault! Dustin - Shou…
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Kiersten is such a delight. No politics today. We chatted about her book, I wish I were an Ocelot: Adventures of an Essential Kitten; upcoming projects; the hate Pamela Anderson is getting for being and looking 57; the pressure women are under to look sexy (for others) their entire lives, and much, much more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircl…
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#39 - They Can't All Be Legs! (Featuring Liv Ivie, Dani Siller, Kara Strait, and Bill Sunderland)
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We're super-starred and super-sized this week as podcast worlds collide and Jay has to battle for the spotlight with: Liv And Let Dani: Liv - Tom Scott... get Jay on Lateral already! Dani - Join the Consume this Media Discord, play Blood on the Clocktower! Vs. Arnold: Kara - Find Kara on Twitch, Listen to the Film Reroll, Check out the Frame Fatale…
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Start Me Up: Stephanie Dominguez Walton
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Stephanie is back!!!! No prep...just two best friends talking about what's happening out there. Steph talked up Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and shared what happened when she met him; Stephanie passionately discusses the importance of providing healthcare to all, regardless of immigration status or other factors, emphasizing it as a human right; we ta…
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Cheri is back! Today's show was more about our personal lives wth a little bit of politics thrown in. Topics: What we do for self-care; Cheri weighs in on what may happen to Social Security; she also shared that surviving cancer has resulted in a healthier lifestyle; we shared rumors we heard about sex before we were sexually active, and we ended w…
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#38 - A Clockwork Blorange (Featuring Tim Dippel, Chris Liguori, Brittany Shaw, and Stacey Melquist)
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It's finally BACK! Jay kicks off season TWO of Verboten with some returning and very friendly faces: The Lost Jedi: Tim - Listen to Frenemy Trivia & the Perfect Ten podcast, welcome back Jay! Chris - Check out Uncle Nearest Distillery and Republic Restoratives Distillery, both owned by marginalized communities! Vs. Two Cats, Three Eyes, and a Pizza…
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Start Me Up: Author Ann Werner (My Mom)
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Topics: We discussed Ann's latest book series, "After the Apocalypse," and the Democratic party's response to the current political climate, focusing on the recent win of an important Supreme Court seat in Wisconsin and Cory Booker's 25-hour Senate filibuster. Ann emphasized the importance of Democrats showing up to town halls and engaging with con…
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Jody is Back!!! We avoided politics save for one piece of good news. I record on Zoom and this was the AI description of the show (lol) Kimberley and Jody discussed their personal experiences, including their emotional struggles, lottery wins, and encounters with celebrities. They also reminisced about their shared past, including their childhood t…
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Christopher Bouzy is a serial entrepreneur, software engineer, and political maven and he’s the founder and CEO of both Bot Sentinel and Spoutible.com. Topics: We talked about the current state of the country and the need for stronger resistance against the fascist regime. Christopher's opinion on what happened in the 2024 election has evolved. We …
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D. Earl Stephens is the author of "Toxic Tales: A Caustic Collection of Donald J. Trump's Very Important Letters." He's the former managing editor of Stars & Stripes, a Navy vet, and a prolific writer. His Substack: Enough Already Earl and I are pissed off and we vented BIGLY! We discussed the corrupt influence of money in politics and how it impac…
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Start Me Up: Steve Pierson of the The Practivist Podcast
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Steve Pierson is back! He is an activist and seasoned campaign organizer who has dedicated his career to empowering grassroots movements. He and Jess Craven have launched The Practivist Pod -- the practice of activism made practical. Topics: Steve shared the news about his new podcast and then we discussed the importance of focusing on gratitude in…
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Greg Olear is back! He's the author of Rough Beast, PREVAIL columnist & podcaster, and co-host of The Five 8 on YouTube. Topics: We discussed our concerns about the current political climate, including the potential threat to Social Security and Medicare, and the importance of a shift in the political landscape. We also discussed the potential impa…
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Writer/Director Jay Arnold is back! He directed and wrote the original screenplay for the 2023 award-winning romantic drama “Shoulder Dance.” Jay’s first Documentary “Sergio Dondoli’s Happy Life” releases in Spring 2025. Topics: First, we talked about his upcoming documentary and then chatted a bit about self-care. Then we got into politics: Musk h…
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Tara is back! She's a prominent resister, a freelance writer, and the author of THE SOUND OF SETTLING, A Rock & Roll Love Story. Topics: Tara talks about her book and why she wrote it. We both spent time discussing the importance of self-care and how to achieve goals with how we think and what we believe is possible. Then we focused on how Democrat…
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Sarah Wood is back and she's extra sweary today. We love when she's sweary and there's a lot to swear about! Topics: the fascists want to overwhelm us so we disengage; Trump 2.0 will be worse than Trump 1.0 because many guardrails are gone but we still have power and we need to use it; focusing on self-care is vital; Germany knows Elon gave a Nazi …
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Mo Collins is an actress and comedian. A few of her credits include MadTV; Arrested Development, Curb Your Enthusiasm; Parks and Recreation; 40-Year-Old Virgin and much more. After talking about the devastating fires in Southern California, Mo shared a bit about her life growing up in Minnesota, how she got into improv and comedy; what it's been li…
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#37 - Ring, Dong, Gong (Featuring Billie, Lav, Tom, and CJ)
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Two of Jay's loves come together, as she hosts Verboten for these wonderful friends from her Blood on the Clocktower group: Team Sweet Tea: Billie - Support the Trivia Advent-ure Calendar (it's not too late!), follow Liquid Kourage in Chicagoland, then come to Critical Grind in Shorewood on Saturdays to play Blood on the Clocktower! Lav - Be nice t…
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