Best Logical Examination Podcasts (2025)

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Balancing the Ego and Authentic Self for Manifestation: Make the Law of Attraction Work 55:53

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Ego Death is an essential part of healing but we need to retain a healthy sense of self, our authentic self. This episode talks the difference between the ego and that authentic self, how to achieve a good balance, and what it does for manifestation. Unhealed wounds block manifestation more than anything else can. Unhealed wounds block intuition an…

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The Simulation Hypothesis – Are We Living in a Programmed Reality? 35:14

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Episode 9: In this episode of The Nexus Point 11, we dive into one of the most provocative theories of modern times—the Simulation Hypothesis. Are we living in a simulated reality, an elaborate program created by an advanced civilization? Exploring the scientific, philosophical, and spiritual dimensions of this idea, we investigate what it would me…

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The Words That Made America 1:35:38

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America is turning 250. And we’re throwing a yearlong celebration of the greatest country on Earth. The greatest? Yes. The greatest. We realize that’s not a popular thing to say these days. Americans have a way of taking this country for granted: a Gallup poll released earlier this week shows that American pride has reached a new low. And the world…

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Sacred Geometry & The Collective Consciousness – Examining How Geometric Patterns Appear in Nature, Spirituality, and Physics as a Blueprint of Reality 31:42

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Episode 8: In this episode of The Nexus Point 11, we dive into the fascinating world of sacred geometry—examining how geometric patterns appear in nature, spirituality, and even physics as a blueprint of reality. From the mesmerizing spiral of a seashell to the perfect proportions of the human body, sacred geometry offers insight into the underlyin…

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Is Iran’s Nuclear Program Damaged or Destroyed? 1:17:27

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When we last recorded Saturday night, the U.S. had just announced its strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities. The U.S. had entered the war. The restrainers had seemingly lost. In the following hours, President Donald Trump said the mission was a “spectacular military success.” And Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the program “obliterated” Iran’s nu…

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The U.S. Bombs Iran’s Nuclear Program 1:50:09

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On Saturday night at 7:50 pm ET, President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. had entered the war against Iran when he posted: “We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. All planes are now outside of Iran air space. A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary sit…

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The Akashic Field & The Collective Consciousness – Investigating the Idea of a Universal Information Field Connecting All Things, and Its Scientific and Mystical Implications 27:23

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In this episode of The Nexus Point 11, we delve into one of the most profound concepts in both mysticism and modern science: the Akashic Field and the collective consciousness. From ancient spiritual traditions that describe a universal information field to groundbreaking scientific theories that point to the interconnectedness of all things, we ex…

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SCI - Consciousness 42:47

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(00:03) SCI Model for Consciousness Discussion (17:48) Ethical Implications of AI Consciousness (34:44) The Mystery of Consciousness (00:03) SCI Model for Consciousness Discussion This chapter takes us into the exploration of the SCI model of consciousness, a fresh perspective suggesting that consciousness emerges when three interdependent properti…

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Universal screening in math with Amanda VanDerHeyden (Ep 50) 53:55

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Host and math professor Anna Stokke talks to Dr. Amanda VanDerHeyden about a topic many Chalk & Talk listeners have asked about: universal screening in math. Amanda explains what universal screening is, why it matters, and how schools can use it to identify students who need extra support. They also discuss how to choose validated screeners, common…

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Niall Ferguson and Dexter Filkins: Who Will Win the Israel-Iran War? 1:09:56

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It’s the fourth day in the war between Iran and Israel. Many questions hang in the air. Chief among them: Will Israel be able to fulfill its main goal in the war—to end Iran’s nuclear program? Will it put troops on the ground to do so, specifically to blow up Iran’s most important nuclear site? Or will the U.S. get involved? Will Trump provide the …

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#97: Real and Fraudulent Prophecy 59:35

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The veracity of prophecy is a critical component of our philosophy. But how do we know if a prophecy claimant is legit? How do we differentiate between real prophets and fraudulent ones? In our second installment on Rambam’s introduction to his commentary on Mishnah, we explore the four different categories of prophecy, the limitations of allowable…

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Iran Strikes Israel, Oil Fields Ablaze, and Will the U.S. Enter the War? 1:22:14

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As we taped this episode of Honestly, it was 3 a.m. in Israel. Sirens wailed across the country as Iranian missiles rained down on Israeli towns. At the same time, Israel was striking military and nuclear sites inside Iran, and oil fields were aflame. Meanwhile in Washington, reports were emerging of a heated debate inside the White House over whet…

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Naftali Bennett and Michael Oren: Israel and Iran at War 58:45

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In the early hours of Friday morning, Israel pulled off a historic strike on Iran. As I record these lines, Iran is reporting a “massive explosion” in Isfahan, in a province that is home to several nuclear facilities. In Israel, where Shabbat has begun, the government has ordered all synagogues to shut down—and for citizens to remain close to bomb …

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The Hidden Frequencies of Reality – Understanding the Power of Vibration, Frequency, and Resonance in Shaping the World Around Us 26:52

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In this episode of The Nexus Point 11, we dive deep into the hidden frequencies that shape our reality. We’ll explore how vibration, frequency, and resonance are the building blocks of everything we perceive—whether it’s the material world, the human body, or the invisible forces that connect us all. From scientific discoveries in quantum physics t…

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Amb. Mike Huckabee on Gaza Aid, Iran, and MAGA’s Foreign Policy War 1:27:00

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There are people who have résumés we might call “diverse” or “wide-ranging.” And then there are people like Mike Huckabee who, at age 69, has seemingly crammed several lifetimes’ worth of careers into one. He was a televangelist. He was governor of Arkansas for over a decade. He ran for president and won the Iowa caucuses. He hosted his own show on…

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#96: Origins of Oral Torah 47:39

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The Torah was given to us by God with absolute perfection. A unique feature of that is the dual formats of Torah: written and oral. In this interesting and informative podcast, we begin the study of Maimonides’ magisterial introduction to his commentary on Mishnah. He begins by tracing the history of oral Torah all the way back to Moshe, he outline…

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Beyond Time – How the Past, Present, and Future Exist Simultaneously 22:35

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We think of time as a straight line, moving from past to present to future. But what if that’s just an illusion? In this mind-bending episode of The Nexus Point, we explore the true nature of time—and how science, mysticism, and consciousness all point to something radically different from what we’ve been taught.…

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Understanding Crossroads: Claiming Liminal Spiritual Space for Manifestations and Guidance 45:50

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When people refer to things like "jumping timelines" they are talking about taking control of their liminal spiritual space, also known as the Crossroads. Many healers and spiritual workers are Crossroads Guides, whose purpose is to help others at their crossroads to choose the path towards abundance, success, and spiritual alignment. This episode …

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How Qatar Bought America 1:16:22

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In the past few weeks, Qatar has been all over the news with flashy headlines of a $400 million luxury jet that the country gifted to President Donald Trump. It symbolized their opulence and eagerness to please the U.S. But 40 years ago, Qatar was a country with a gross domestic product (GDP) of a few billion dollars. Since the 19th century, it has…

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From decline to top rankings: How England transformed education with Nick Gibb (Ep 49) 1:19:18

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In this episode, Anna Stokke interviews The Right Honourable Sir Nick Gibb, former Minister of State for Schools in England. Nick discusses the bold, evidence-based reforms he led over a decade to reverse declining academic performance in English schools. From phonics-based reading instruction to math mastery, he explains how high expectations, rig…

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The Architecture of Awareness – Mapping Consciousness Through Inner and Outer Space 34:22

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What if your consciousness had structure—an architecture as intricate as the cosmos itself? In this episode, we explore the multidimensional landscape of awareness, both within and beyond the self. Drawing from neuroscience, metaphysics, and mystical traditions, we begin mapping the layers of consciousness: from ego and intuition to collective fiel…

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Published! HAIMU and SCI 55:19

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Publications discussed in this episode available here - https://zenodo.org/search?q=%22MacNutt%2C%20Sean%20D.%22&l=list&p=1&s=10&sort=bestmatch (00:03) Human-Ai Dialogue With Sean McNutt (17:06) Friction and Feedback in Information Processing (23:41) Exploring CDIA and HEMU Frameworks (36:39) Structured Epistemic Partnership Framework (00:03) Human…

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The Biden Cover-Up and the Failure of the Press Corps 1:51:38

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In 2023 and 2024, there were many things that were unsayable. Perhaps the most unsayable—at least in legacy media circles—was that the President of the United States was not capable of being president, because he was no longer mentally fit. Those people who did break the taboo—who dared to notice Biden’s countless gaffes, his stiff gait, those who …

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How to Examine Your Marriage and Your Life 1:09:36

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A lot of people fall in love outside of their marriages. Some have affairs. Some leave their wives or husbands. But not a lot of people are Agnes Callard. Agnes did something really unique. She fell in love while she was (seemingly happily) married with two children. She told her husband. They got divorced—sharing a single lawyer—and it took under …

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Welcome to the Global Intifada 14:52

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Yaron Lischinsky, 30, and Sarah Milgrim, 26, were staffers at the Israeli Embassy. They had just planned a trip for Sarah to meet Yaron’s parents. He had recently bought an engagement ring. Then on Wednesday night, they were murdered outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. The suspect, 31-year-old Elias Rodriguez, told police: “I did …

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Biology of Belief – How Your Mind Shapes Your Body 19:07

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What if your thoughts had the power to rewire your brain, heal your body, and even reshape your DNA? In this episode of The Nexus Point, we dive deep into the science of mind-body connection, exploring how your beliefs and emotions influence your biology at the most fundamental level.By Jake

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Debate: Will the Truth Survive Artificial Intelligence? 1:16:02

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The late biologist E.O. Wilson said that “the real problem of humanity is the following: We have Paleolithic emotions, medieval institutions, and god-like technology. And it is terrifically dangerous.” Wilson said that back in 2011, long before any of us were talking about large language models or GPTs. A little more than a decade later, artificial…

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Andrew Cuomo on His Past and New York’s Future 1:26:36

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When you think about great political comebacks, maybe you think of Donald Trump, or Richard Nixon, or “comeback kid” Bill Clinton. You might soon add Andrew Cuomo to that list. In 2020, Cuomo was at the top of the world. He had been governor of New York for a decade. He had an illustrious career in New York politics—which is sort of the Cuomo famil…

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How we learn: Naive, purposeful, and deliberate practice with Stephen Chew (Ep 48) 57:13

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Join math professor Anna Stokke in conversation with Dr. Stephen Chew, a cognitive psychologist at Samford University. They explore the different types of practice—naive, purposeful, and deliberate—and why understanding these distinctions can transform teaching and improve learning. The discussion also covers how to use feedback effectively, struct…

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The Quantum Alchemist: The Hidden Science of Transformation 22:23

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Is reality as solid as we think, or is it more fluid, waiting for us to shape it? In this episode of The Nexus Point, we dive into the ancient wisdom of alchemy and its surprising connections to quantum physics. Beyond the myths of turning lead into gold, alchemy was always about transformation—of mind, body, and consciousness.…

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#95: Venues of Reward and Punishment 41:58

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Spiritual pleasure is vastly, infinitely greater than physical pleasures, and are completely imperceivable by bodies. Only if you work assiduously to develop a sensory connection with your soul, can you begin to taste it. The ultimate venue of spiritual pleasure is known as Olam Haba, the world to come. What about other venues of reward? What about…

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How China Captured Apple 1:37:20

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The majority of people listening to this episode are hearing it on an iPhone. As most of us can attest, the iPhone is so central to our lives that if we lose it, we feel totally unmoored from our ability to function in the world. It’s hard to explain how ubiquitous the iPhone is—and how much of a behemoth Apple is. Apple sells over 60 million iPhon…

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Meet Casey Means, Trump’s Pick for Surgeon General 1:31:47

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There’s an endearing saying that the U.S. surgeon general’s primary role is to be the nation’s family doctor. They represent America’s medical community, educate the public on current health risks, and wield tremendous influence over medical and scientific information. On Thursday, President Trump nominated Dr. Casey Means to take on this important…

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The Intersection of Science & Mysticism: A New Way to See Reality 18:36

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In this foundational episode of The Nexus Point 11, we explore the dissolving boundary between science and mysticism — two realms long viewed as separate, yet now converging in surprising and transformative ways. From quantum physics to ancient spiritual truths, we uncover how these disciplines speak a shared language and offer a revolutionary lens…

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The Man Who Helped Michael Jordan Win 49:21

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I want to tell you the story of a kid, born in 1937 into segregated Washington, D.C. He’s 9 when his father dies and 13 when his mother has a mental breakdown, disappears, and is institutionalized. He’s effectively orphaned. This is how George Raveling’s story begins. Despite being dealt one of the worst cards imaginable, George, now 87, went on to…

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Mailbag: Math facts vs calculators, a logic problem, the Southern surge (Ep 47) 14:49

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In this special mailbag episode, Anna Stokke tackles two listener questions and a comment. She breaks down a logic puzzle that stumped some fans, explains why relying on calculators isn’t a substitute for math fact fluency, and highlights comments from a listener about encouraging literacy trends in several Southern U.S. states. TIMESTAMPS [00:00:0…

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#94: The (Near Total) Inaccessibility of Spiritual Pleasure 42:32

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There is great confusion about what the ultimate reward for righteousness and the ultimate punishment for wickedness are. Rambam’s magisterial essay is designed to provide clarity in these lofty matters of eschatology. In part 2, we learn all about the concept of spiritual pleasure. Our bodies are very finely attuned to experiences of pain and plea…

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Dana Perino on Trump’s White House, Fox News, and … Love 1:11:27

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Sometimes we have a guest who needs no introduction. You know Dana Perino. She took on the job of White House press secretary when President George W. Bush was at his most unpopular—back in 2007 and 2008, as the Iraq War dragged on. She did not receive a warm welcome from those covering the White House—outlets like The New Republic called her cluel…

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Your Life's Purpose has Three Parts: Find Your Destiny 40:58

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Life's Purpose is a term thrown around in spirituality, but we don't discuss the fact that it has more than one part to it. There are chapters in your Life's Purpose, and they feed into one another. Complete the first, and the second part of your life's purpose informs the development and discovery of your soul's ultimate divine purpose within this…

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Douglas Murray on Joe Rogan, Hamas, and Moral Collapse in the West 1:23:21

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President Donald Trump has been in office for 100 days. Israel has been at war with Hamas in Gaza for 570, and Russia and Ukraine have been at war for over 1,000. Douglas Murray has had a front-row seat to all three of these unfolding stories, bringing us reportage and analysis that have illuminated the most urgent issues of our time. His reporting…

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100 Days of Donald Trump 1:20:59

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Today marks President Donald Trump’s 100th day in office. What to make of this dizzying first hundred days? As Bret Stephens put it: “I’m hard-pressed to think of a more disastrous first 100 days of any presidency in American history. . . all of the wounds are self-inflicted.” Even some of Trump's most ardent supporters are struggling to understand…

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Reclaiming learning time to boost literacy and numeracy with Ross Fox (Ep 46) 1:13:17

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In Episode 46, Anna Stokke chats with Australian education leader Ross Fox. As the former Director of Catholic Education for the Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn, Ross led a major shift in teaching practices that led to significant gains in both literacy and numeracy. The episode begins with an overview of the Australian education system. They …

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Marco Rubio on Iran, Deportations and the State Dept. Shake-Up 37:29

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Yesterday, The Free Press had a major scoop: The State Department is launching the biggest shake-up in decades in an effort spearheaded by Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Today, Rubio joins us on Honestly to discuss his goals for restructuring the Department and also how the U.S. is responding to manifold crises at home and abroad, from controversi…

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Can America Survive Without Christianity? 1:08:51

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In the past few weeks, Bari has done two episodes on religion—one asking, “Do we need a religious revival?,” and then a follow-up conversation with Ross Douthat asking how people who grew up in the secular West can actually find faith. Today, we have the last installment of this intellectual and religious inquiry, and we are asking a new question: …

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Instrument for knowing 12:48

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Click here to write us a note . Humanity are made up with this instrument of knowing, and by that also knowing right from wrong. This instrument varies amongst us all, but it is within us all. This instrument can be trained to get better, and it can be fogged by not focusing on this area of life experience. This is the sense of logic that knows the…

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Ross Douthat: Why It’s Logical to Believe in God 1:35:44

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You may have noticed on this show that Bari Weiss is always asking her guests, “Do you believe in God?,” “What is your favorite biblical character?,” or “Do we need a religious revival?” And you might be wondering why she keeps knocking on this door? It’s partly because we’re curious about people’s metaphysical beliefs. But it’s also because we thi…

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Mark Hyman: How to Live Your Healthiest Life 2:01:16

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In 2025 it seems like there are two types of people—those who are insanely diligent about health, the people who learn everything there is to know about ingredients, the people who run every beauty or cleaning product through the EWG Working Group (a database where you can check for the presence of alleged toxins in household ingredients)—And then …

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A decade of decline: Examining falling test scores with Mike Petrilli (Ep 45) 59:36

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In this episode, host and math professor Anna Stokke interviews Mike Petrilli, President of the Thomas B. Fordham Institute, about the role of standardized testing in K–12 education. They discuss the benefits and criticisms of standardized tests, the methodologies behind tests like NAEP, international comparisons with PISA and TIMSS, long-term tren…

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Niall Ferguson: The Trade War and the Battle for the 21st Century 1:10:21

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If your head has been spinning since Donald Trump walked into the White House Rose Garden and declared “Liberation Day” last Wednesday, we don't blame you. And not just because it was nauseating watching the stock market or your 401(k) crash down, but because it wasn't clear what exactly we were looking at. As our guest today, economic historian an…

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Axios Founders: Who Broke the Media? 1:36:08

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Depending on who you talk to, Jim VandeHei and Mike Allen are either the swampiest of swamp creatures—the epitome of all that is wrong with political journalism—or, alternatively, two of the most interesting, successful entrepreneurs in the new media landscape. In 2006, VandeHei left The Washington Post to co-found Politico, where he was executive …