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ARLnow.com

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Smart discussions about Arlington, Virginia local news with ARLnow's reporting staff, plus interviews with local newsmakers.

Loremen Podcast

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Join the Loremen (James Shakeshaft and Alasdair Beckett-King) as they "investigate" local legends and forgotten folklore.

Local Futures

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Tracking the rise of the local economy movement and related ideas from around the world.

Audacy

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A dive into the top headlines in Chicago, delivering the news you need in 10 minutes or less multiple times a day from WBBM Newsradio.

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Echoes of Elgin: Timeless Tales from the Elgin History Museum

Elgin History Museum

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A captivating podcast dedicated to unveiling the rich and diverse history of Elgin, Illinois. Each episode brings to life fascinating stories and lesser-known anecdotes from Elgin’s past. Whether you’re a history buff or simply curious about local heritage, this podcast offers an immersive journey into the events, people, and places that have shaped Elgin over the years.

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The Local

Fairhaven Wealth Management

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The Local brings you conversations with residents and business owners of Wheaton, Illinois, uncovering amazing stories happening every day. Brought to you by Fairhaven Wealth Management and Flint Rock LLC.

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Tickets to Travel

Mario Bauduin

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What exactly is a travel experience? A travel experience is more than just a destination. From the pulsating beats of a major music festival, to the adrenaline -fueled excitement of professional sports, to the legendary tours of music icons, these events are more than just spectacles. They are game changers affecting airfares, hotel room rates, restaurants, and growing local economies. Welcome to Tickets to Travel, the podcast that unlocks the stories, businesses, careers, and personalities ...

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Hometown History

Shane L. Waters

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Discover the untold stories hidden in your own backyard with Hometown History. We bring to life the forgotten events and local legends that never made it into the textbooks. Each episode uncovers the mysteries and pivotal moments that shaped small towns across the nation. Join us as we delve deep into the past to reveal the history you didn't know existed. Let's explore the hidden chapters of history, one hometown at a time.

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Hong Kong Heritage

RTHK.HK

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Every week, journalist, broadcaster and local historian, Annemarie Evans, explores Hong Kong, digging up many (often forgotten or unknown) aspects of our cultural, architectural, and artistic heritage. Listen live via Radio 3's homepage https://www.rthk.hk/radio/radio3 Saturdays 7.30am - 8.00am (HKT) - first broadcast Sundays 6.15pm - 6.45pm (HKT) - repeat broadcast Podcast available weekly after the first broadcast. If you would like to share your story or some Hong Kong cultural history wi ...

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The Local Mythstorian Podcast

Eli Lewis-Lycett

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Hosted by founder of The Local Mythstorian project, Eli Lewis-Lycett, each episode focuses on Eli's extensive research into a piece of folklore or curious local history from across Cheshire, Derbyshire or Staffordshire, revealing the hidden story within. Visit thelocalmythstorian.com for more.

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WJFF - Radio Chatskill

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Live, local conversations focused on arts, history, and current news.

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Mainely History

Ian Saxine & Tiffany Link

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Unscripted conversations about Maine and New England history. Join Ian Saxine and Tiffany Link as they speak with writers, curators, and other knowledgeable guests, connecting colorful local stories to big ideas.

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Drink about something

Jendsey

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True crime and some fun banter adventures with music you don't want to miss! Lindsey finds stories that are amazingly shocking enough that you just may need a drink after or during the tales of past crime trauma!

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WXPR A Northwoods Moment In History

WXPR Public Radio

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We turn back the clock with local historians to find out what life in the Northwoods used to be like. This is part of an initiative by WXPR to tell the history and culture of northern Wisconsin.

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Real Presence Live

Real Presence Radio

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We bring you local hosts and guests from across the diocese of Fargo, Bismarck, Crookston, Rapid City, Duluth, Superior, New Ulm, Sioux Falls, Winona-Rochester, and Cheyenne.

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Radio Pacific

Eli Benton Cohen

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Coming to you from the edge of America, Radio Pacific is a new show about California.

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Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman

Envision Podcast Studios

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Bloody Angola features the complete history of Louisiana's most notorious prison. Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola and beyond.

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WFPC Podcasting

WFPC Podcasting

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Welcome to WFPC Podcasting, your local source for the heart and history of Pike County, Indiana. Join us on this journey through the past, present, and future of Pike County, Indiana — one story at a time.

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The Taiwan History Podcast: Formosa Files

John Ross and Eryk Michael Smith

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Formosa Files is the world's biggest and highest-rated Taiwan history podcast. We use an engaging storytelling format and are non-chronological, meaning every week is a new adventure - and, you can just find a topic that interests you and check out that episode...skip stuff that isn't your thing. The hosts are John Ross, an author and publisher of works on Taiwan and China, and Eryk Michael Smith, a journalist for local and global media outlets. Both Ross and Smith have lived in Taiwan for o ...

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Lanstories

LCC Connect

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An exciting community show about local history, with an emphasis on the history of LCC and its surrounding neighborhoods, as well as greater Lansing and Mid-Michigan. Hosted by David Siwik, each episode explores a different topic such as the people, businesses, neighborhood communities, buildings, and other phenomena that make up the history of our college and region.

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Abroad in Japan

Stak

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Independent filmmaker Chris Broad brings you his multi-award winning YouTube channel Abroad In Japan in podcast form. Aided by broadcaster Pete Donaldson, they bring you a taste of life in the most unique country in the world, from great cuisine to capsule hotels, current events and tips on how to spend your time there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Opeongo Line

Scholar-Gypsy

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About the unique heritage and local culture of the Upper Madawaska and Opeongo River Valleys.

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A Sense of Centerville and Washington Township

Centerville-Washington History

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Stories about ordinary and extraordinary residents and places in Centerville and Washington Township, Ohio. This podcast explores local history from the perspective of current and past residents.

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Front Porch Radio - History's Hook

Tom Price

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History’s Hook is a weekly audio-media series that uses local stories…stories found in everyone’s backyard…to explore national and world history. The show features experts and eye-witnesses to events that make those connections in history. The show’s host, Tom Price is a veteran historian who has spent nearly 30 years working in museums and archives finding those documents and objects that tell the stories of all of us. He has published numerous articles on U.S. History and has curated fifte ...

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Town of Cato Historian

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Immerse yourself in local history with the town of Cato Historian

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Local Roots

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Stories are the Roots that Ground Us LIVE RECORDING at The Taproom - Local Roots: an Abingdon Oral History Program Picture this: A warm, inviting taproom filled with the crisp aroma of hard cider. The hum of conversation. The clink of glasses. And at the center of it all, a voice sharing a story that’s been passed down for generations—a memory of Abingdon’s past that feels as alive as the first sip of a fresh-pressed draft. Welcome to Local Roots, a new oral history series at Tumbling Creek ...

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The Bay Ridge Digest

James Scully

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A new bi-weekly hyper-local Bay Ridge digest podcast combining everything from local culture, restaurant recommendations, local history stories, current events, interviews, humor, and human interest.

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One Decision

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Tough decisions rattle us all to the core. But for our guests on One Decision— the choices they are up against can also shape history. No pressure! They take us through all of their doubts, emotions and—sometimes unexpected--consequences. A fresh take on foreign policy. Hear the former head of Mi6, Sir Richard Dearlove alongside international journalists as they analyse, interview, and discuss.

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Cross Roads Podcast

Steven Killfoil

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A platform where you can find out what is happening in the town of Cross Roads with it's citizens and businesses and news from around the world.

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First Coast Connect

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First Coast Connect is an hour-long call-in program that features local newsmakers, civic and community leaders, arts, activities across Jacksonville and Northeast Florida, along with spot news features and a weekly roundtable of local journalists.

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From Boise

Marissa Lovell

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From Boise is a weekly newsletter and podcast about life in Boise. Every Tuesday we share a story about a person, place, piece of Boise history, or current local happening. Every Thursday we curate a list of fun things to do over the weekend. Subscribe to our free newsletter at fromboise.com

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Conrad's Corner

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Conrad's Corner is a periodic collection of short poems and poetic excerpts, often seasonal in nature, culled by Link Schreiber. This podcast features works by poets from various times and places, along with local poets from Southwestern Ohio.Regarding Submissions: An important part of Conrad's Corner is hearing the voices and words of local poets. The poets we air are widely published in local and national literary journals, chapbooks, and books. The Corner is not a first place to publish w ...

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The 519 Podcast

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The 519 Podcast brings you the news, events, people, and entertainment that you want to hear about, from a 519 perspective. Learn about local heroes, true crime, stories, and history around Southern Ontario, Canada.

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Goldfields Stories of Western Australia

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History and stories of the Western Australian Goldfields written by local historian, Norma King (OAM) and Lorraine Kelly. Podcasts produced and published by Lorraine Kelly

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The Long Island History Project

Chris Kretz

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Stories and interviews with people passionate about Long Island history.

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Wangaratta Baptist Church

Wangaratta Baptist Church

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Messages from our Sunday morning services. We are a local Baptist Church with a passion to bring glory to God, and the hope of the Gospel to the North East of Victoria as we make disciples.

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Justice with Jax

Jacqueline (Jax) Armendariz Unzueta

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Join Jax on her journey as the lead plaintiff of the first Civil Rights case in U.S. history (Armendariz et al v. City of Colorado Springs et al) to provide undeniable evidence that federal and local law enforcement unconstitutionally spied on Black Lives Matter social justice protestors for their political speech & actions. Jax, aka Jacqueline Armendariz Unzueta, also invites other Colorado Springs, CO community voices to discuss the case and relevant local current events because knowledge ...

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Tuesday Hometime

Jan Bartlett

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Local, national and international interviews with activists on human rights, civil liberties and animal welfare issues. The show has been on air since the late 1980s.

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WYPR 88.1 FM Baltimore

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Monday-Friday from noon-1:00, Tom Hall and his guests are talking about what's on your mind, and what matters most to Marylander's, the latest news, local and national politics, education and the environment, popular culture and the arts, sports and science, race and religion, movies and medicine. We welcome your questions and comments. E-mail us at [email protected]

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The 42284 Podcast

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We hope to preserve some good stories and history, and maybe make you laugh a bit!

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Almost Yesterday

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Almost Yesterday is a glimpse into the rich history southeast Missouri. Dr. Frank Nickell takes listeners on a journey to specific moments in time. A gifted storyteller and local historian, Dr. Nickell’s wit and love for the past are combined with sounds and music that augment his narrative.

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Inside The Line: The Catskill Mountains Podcast

Inside The Line: The Catskill Mountains Podcast

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A podcast dedicated to the The Catskill Mountains in upstate New York. Discussions involve hiking, history and more along with interviews of local hiking legends, local businesses, volunteers and local authorities. Discussions sometimes go out of the Catskills. Join us by subscribing!

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Here & Now

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NPR and WBUR's live midday news program.

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Haymarket Monument a living memorial to Chicago's labor history 1:01

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WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz takes a closer look at Chicago's Haymarket Monument, honoring victims of a violent blast during a labor rally in 1886.

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Chicago projects $1.1 billion revenue shortfall for 2026 1:00

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WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports the Johnson Administration released its revenue projections for this year and 2026.

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Dorm Dropoff Advice to Empty Nesters 0:59

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Author and college success expert encourages parents to provide support instead of oversight during first weeks

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Suburban man held on child porn charges 0:44

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A man from northwest suburban Lake in the Hills is being held in the McHenry County Jail on child pornography charges.McHenry County prosecutors say he was talking to more than 100 children on Snapchat.

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Migrants defer their American dreams to seek asylum in Mexico 4:56

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President Trump has made major changes to asylum policy on the southern border. The new policy essentially ends any possibility of entering the U.S.By WBUR & NPR

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How Europe's disappearing glaciers could change the continent's rivers 9:19

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Europe's Glaciers may disappear by the end of the century.By WBUR & NPR

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What we know about the parasitic, flesh-eating screwworm 3:39

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Earlier this week, officials announced the first U.S case of a human infected by the parasitic screwworm.By WBUR & NPR

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New documentary explores life of tiki movement creator Donn Beach 10:54

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A pop culture movement known as tiki that peaked in postwar America and is now seeing a revival of sorts.By WBUR & NPR

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Trump makes more power plays in Washington this week 11:48

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The Trump administration is making efforts this week to reshape the Federal Reserve and the Centers for Disease Control.By WBUR & NPR

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How does Israeli media cover Gaza? 5:25

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There’s a widening gap between how Israelis and the rest of the world perceive the war and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Much of that is due to how the Israeli media portray the conflict at home.By WBUR & NPR

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New Orleans man remembers his beloved beagle, lost in Katrina then found 9:48

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Cheddar was kicked off an evacuation bus, and Cousin tracked him down on the internet and found him again.By WBUR & NPR

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Traveling from NYC to D.C. on Amtrak's Acela — the fastest trains in the U.S. 3:39

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Amtrak’s new Acela trains can hit 160 mph, but on the busy route between Boston and Washington, D.C., they don’t stay at that top speed for long.By WBUR & NPR

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Alabama BBQ joint sells 6,000 sandwiches in a day 5:06

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A restaurant just outside of Birmingham, Alabama, called the Golden Rule BBQ and Grill recently broke the Guinness World Record for most pulled pork sandwiches sold in a day.By WBUR & NPR

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Scrutiny of Fed Reserve Gov. Lisa Cook intensifies after third allegation of mortgage fraud 5:28

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A judge held a hearing on Friday on whether to grant Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook's request to temporarily block her termination as she challenges President Trump for his decision to fire her.By WBUR & NPR

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Chicago leaders affirm "welcoming" status as ICE prepares actions 0:54

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WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports Mayor Johnson and other city leaders say Chicago will continue to be a welcoming city for immigrants, as federal authorities prepare new enforcement in the area.

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How to help kids in the aftermath of a school shooting 5:58

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As the community around the Annunciation Catholic Church and School comes to terms with the grief of the incident, the question of how to help survivors is front of mind for many.By WBUR & NPR

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Trump administration selects RFK Jr. deputy as acting CDC director 5:52

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Former director Susan Monarez was fired Wednesday after she clashed with health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over vaccine policies.By WBUR & NPR

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Robotaxis, a dog deputy and a peek behind the scenes at the AWLA 31:11

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In the latest episode, Vernon, Dan and Lene discuss a few notable local news stories in Arlington from the past week, including: Self-driving cars in Arlington Controversial signs at rallies Dogs employed in various departments An interview with Charnita Fox, from the Animal Welfare League of Arlington.…

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First Coast Week in Review 51:00

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(Stacey Bennett) Each Friday, our media roundtable dives into the biggest stories of the week. Among our topics this week: Cities react and residents protest as rainbow crosswalks across the state are obliterated — including outside the Pulse nightclub. A chaotic confrontation becomes the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office’s 10th police shooting death t…

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Radio Chatskill - Friday, August 29, 2025 1:00:15

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Live, local conversations focused on arts, history, and current news.

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Few holidays for laborers who toiled over 100 years ago 4:33

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With Labor Day approaching, it's a perfect time to look back on working conditions of the past. Clock in to this echo from August 31, 1997 to learn about life as an employee of the Elgin National Watch Company.By Elgin History Museum

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#14 - Tony Rothrock 22:27

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Pike County has rich history of Coal Mining, Agriculture, Great people and a lot of outstanding musicians! A fellow who’s been on the forefront of Pike County’s music scene for seven decades is Tony Rothrock! This program is brought to you by Harris Real Estate and Petersburg Car Wash. Please like the podcast and share with your friends so more peo…

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Episode 185 - Scott from the Forest Ranger Foundation 2:11:13

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Welcome to Episode 185 of Inside The Line: The Catskill Mountains Podcast! Tonight, we’re joined by Scott van Laer to dive into the story of the Forest Ranger Foundation—a volunteer-driven effort making sure New York’s forest rangers have the gear and support they need when it matters most. We’ll also talk about Tara Dower’s impressive FKT, a tragi…

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EPISODE 46: Chris Watts has the wrong way out! part 2 1:06:11

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A perfect family on Facebook, a nightmare behind closed doors. The Chris Watts case stands as one of the most disturbing examples of familicide in recent memory, leaving even seasoned investigators traumatized by what they discovered in those Colorado oil fields. We explore how Shanann Watts meticulously curated their family's social media presence…

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Alderman: Chicago doing "the best we can" to prepare for possible federal forces 0:45

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WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz says city leaders have updated members of City Council on Chicago's plan if federal forces are deployed here.

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Rep. Quigley talks about Chicago's needs, says he's focused on re-election 0:56

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WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports Chicago Democratic Congressman Mike Quigley offered a list of priorities for the city and its mayor during a speech in the Loop -- while insisting he's focused on re-election.

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Mushroom show at Chicago Botanic Garden introduces visitors to Chicago's hidden world of fungi 1:07

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You've seen them growing outside and you may have even tasted them, but how much do you actually know about mushrooms? It turns out, not even scientists have fully unlocked the secrets of these these fascinating fungi.

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Postal services across the world to suspend U.S. deliveries after Trump ends tariff exemption 3:43

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President Trump ended tariff exemptions for packages worth less than $800.By WBUR & NPR

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The latest on Minneapolis church shooting 4:45

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Authorities are still piecing together the lead-up and fallout to Wednesday's shooting.By WBUR & NPR

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What do turmoil at the CDC and new FDA recommendations mean for vaccines and public confidence? 6:45

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Susan Monarez's attorneys say she's being targeted for refusing to fire top health experts.By WBUR & NPR

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How people are using AI to navigate human relationships 9:11

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AI is helping people navigate new relationships, resolve arguments with their partners, and even come up with bedtime stories for their kids.By WBUR & NPR

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New film 'A Little Prayer' tells a loving, gentle Southern tale 10:54

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The new film "A Little Prayer" tells the story of the bond between a North Carolina father and daughter-in-law.By WBUR & NPR

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The 'crown jewel of summer': 3 tomato recipes to send off the season 5:49

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Tomatoes are the highlight of the end of the summer garden and local farmers’ markets.By WBUR & NPR

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A tale of two Washington, D.C.s: How economic class factors into residents' experiences? 5:27

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Are liberal upper-income residents honest about the problems of crime in Washington, D.C.? Do Black residents in Wards 7 and 8 feel they are being used?By WBUR & NPR

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Ron Schatz - RPL 8.28.25 2/2 26:37

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Freewill Partnership with the Bismarck DioceseBy Real Presence Radio

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Dr. Marcellino D’Ambrosio - RPL 8.28.25 2/1 30:01

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Executive Producer of Triumph of the Heart, a film about the martyrdom of St. Maximillian Kolbe during the Holocaust. We also shares details about screenings of the film in our area.By Real Presence Radio

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Deacon Harold - RPL 8.28.25 1/2 27:32

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RPR's upcoming Bismarck Banquet + his life storyBy Real Presence Radio

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Brother Emmanuel - RPL 8.28.25 1/1 32:07

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Community of Christ Crucified and his journey to become a BrotherBy Real Presence Radio

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Katrina photographer remembers the hurricane 20 years later 9:20

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Photojournalist John McCusker went on to win the Pulitzer Prize with the reporting team from the New Orleans Times Picayune.By WBUR & NPR

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In one small Colorado school district, teaching is a family affair 3:40

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A Colorado district so small that its only school houses all grades from kindergarten to grade 12 and has five teachers from the same family.By WBUR & NPR