Best Michael Swain Podcasts (2025)

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1151: Wendell Potter | Killing Health Care and Deceiving Americans 1:13:26

2h ago1:13:26

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Former healthcare executive Wendell Potter reveals how insurance giants sacrifice patient care for profits and deploy deceptive tactics to fight reform. Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1151 What We Discuss with Wendell Potter: Wendell Potter was a healthcare insurance executive at Cigna and Humana, and became a …

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1150: Randy Blythe | Making Peace with the Wars Inside His Head 1:49:28

2d ago1:49:28

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From addiction to Czech prison: Lamb of God vocalist Randy Blythe shares his journey of sobriety and accountability in extreme metal's unforgiving world. Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1150 What We Discuss with Randy Blythe: In hindsight, Randy Blythe is grateful his metal band, Lamb of God, grew a gradual foll…

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1149: Slavery | Skeptical Sunday 1:11:10

4d ago1:11:10

1:11:10

From Ancient Rome to the Antebellum South to modern Libya, Nick Pell unshackles the truth about slavery across human history on this Skeptical Sunday. Welcome to Skeptical Sunday, a special edition of The Jordan Harbinger Show where Jordan and a guest break down a topic that you may have never thought about, open things up, and debunk common miscon…

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1148: Face Father's Fury or Fund Future Fortune? | Feedback Friday 1:21:28

6d ago1:21:28

1:21:28

Your dad denies ever hitting you when you were a kid, but your trauma says otherwise. Risk the inheritance to speak your truth? It's Feedback Friday! And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week! If…

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1147: Daniel J. Levitin | The Science Behind Music as Medicine 1:23:30

7d ago1:23:30

1:23:30

Can music replace drugs? Daniel J. Levitin shows how your favorite songs can release natural opioids, restore memory, and heal neural pathways! Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1147 What We Discuss with Daniel J. Levitin: Music functions like a Swiss Army knife in the brain, not just a hammer. Different music tri…

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1146: Ed Helms | Fame, Family, and Finding Joy in Failure 1:04:01

9d ago1:04:01

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Ed Helms dishes on fame's hidden costs, his Office-Hangover filming marathon, and why historic blunders might be humanity's most reassuring legacy. Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1146 What We Discuss with Ed Helms: At 17, Ed Helms knew exactly what he wanted: to be an actor/producer for TV and film. This rare c…

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1145: Rwanda 2025 | Out of the Loop 1:12:25

11d ago1:12:25

1:12:25

On this Out of the Loop, Nathan Paul Southern and Lindsey Kennedy explain the consumer decisions and corporate interests fueling conflict in Rwanda. Welcome to what we're calling our "Out of the Loop" episodes, where we dig a little deeper into fascinating current events that may only register as a blip on the media's news cycle and have conversati…

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1144: Can Family Ties Overcome Son's Deranged Lies? | Feedback Friday 1:32:50

13d ago1:32:50

1:32:50

After a criminal probe triggered by your unstable son's lies, you lost touch with your grandson. Is reconnection worth the risk? It's Feedback Friday! And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week! I…

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1143: Laila Mickelwait | Exposing Pornhub's Dark Trafficking Empire 1:37:21

16d ago1:37:21

1:37:21

Big porn sites enabled trafficking for profit. Here, Takedown author Laila Mickelwait shares how her fight against Pornhub led to industry-wide reform. Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1143 What We Discuss with Laila Mickelwait: For over a decade, internet porn content provider Pornhub knowingly profited from ill…

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1142: Cannabis Redux | Skeptical Sunday 59:47

18d ago59:47

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From Emperor Shen Nung to Nancy Reagan's "Just Say No" campaign, Michael Regilio unpacks 5,000 years of cannabis history on this Skeptical Sunday! Welcome to Skeptical Sunday, a special edition of The Jordan Harbinger Show where Jordan and a guest break down a topic that you may have never thought about, open things up, and debunk common misconcept…

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1141: Dark Pillar of Community Abuses with Immunity | Feedback Friday 1:18:14

20d ago1:18:14

1:18:14

A manipulative "dark guru" assaults women in your community while event organizers ignore reports. How can safety be restored? It's Feedback Friday! And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week! If …

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1140: Mark Follman | How to Stop Mass Shootings in America 1:39:27

23d ago1:39:27

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Why do mass shootings occur? Trigger Points author Mark Follman explains warning signs, behavioral assessment, and how to stop attacks before they happen. Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1140 What We Discuss with Mark Follman: Mass shootings are not random events, but involve a "pathway to violence" where perpet…

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1139: Fad Diets | Skeptical Sunday 1:00:46

25d ago1:00:46

1:00:46

Fad diets work — until they don't. On this Skeptical Sunday, Nick Pell reveals why a sustainable regimen always beats restriction for lasting weight loss! Welcome to Skeptical Sunday, a special edition of The Jordan Harbinger Show where Jordan and a guest break down a topic that you may have never thought about, open things up, and debunk common mi…

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1138: Her Exposed Bi Affair? It's Over! She Swears! | Feedback Friday 1:18:49

27d ago1:18:49

1:18:49

Your wife was caught kissing her "friend," denied it, then gaslighted you when confronted. Now she swears they're platonic? It's Feedback Friday! And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week! If you…

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1137: Jay Dobyns | Undercover with the Hells Angels Part Three 1:22:26

1M ago1:22:26

1:22:26

By popular demand, former ATF agent Jay Dobyns returns to take us deeper into the logistics of infiltrating the Hells Angels and living to tell the tale! [Pt. 3 of 3 — find 1 here and 2 here!] Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1137 What We Discuss with Jay Dobyns: ATF agent Jay Dobyns first infiltrated the Solo An…

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1136: Marriage on Skids If You Can't Agree on Kids? | Feedback Friday 1:16:57

1M ago1:16:57

1:16:57

You yearn for motherhood, but your husband's always made it apparent that he doesn't want to be a parent. Can your marriage survive? It's Feedback Friday! Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1136 And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and…

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1135: Sandra Matz | How Algorithms Read and Reveal the Real You 1:22:53

1M ago1:22:53

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Companies harvest 6GB of your data hourly. Psychologist Sandra Matz explains how they predict everything from depression to politics—and how to fight back. Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1135 What We Discuss with Sandra Matz: Companies collect ~6GB of data per hour on individuals through social media, credit ca…

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1134: Ukraine 2025 | Out of the Loop 1:16:58

1M ago1:16:58

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Three years into Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Ryan McBeth brings us in from Out of the Loop to explain tech advances, geopolitical shifts, and what's next. Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1134 Welcome to what we're calling our "Out of the Loop" episodes, where we dig a little deeper into fascinating current eve…

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#7: Stephan Kesting – Survive First, Win Later 1:07:07

1M ago1:07:07

1:07:07

"Survive first, win later. The goal is to stay in the fight." "Martial arts training can be the crucible for developing life skills beyond fighting—mental toughness, social intelligence, and adaptability." "If your goal is longevity, your #1 priority should be injury prevention." "You can’t define someone else’s success—choose your own path in mart…

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1133: Should Mum Be the Word When Dad's a Cheating Turd? | Feedback Friday 1:08:33

1M ago1:08:33

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When your niece revealed her father's affair, you became the custodian of a truth that could detonate your entire family dynamic. It's Feedback Friday! Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1133 And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and ta…

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1132: Scott Payne | Infiltrating America's Extremist Underworld 1:28:33

1M ago1:28:33

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How do ordinary people become dangerous extremists? Former FBI agent Scott Payne infiltrated America's most violent hate groups and reveals their playbook. What We Discuss with Scott Payne: Scott Payne worked as an undercover FBI agent infiltrating various extremist organizations, including white supremacists like the KKK and accelerationists such …

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1131: Hangover Cures | Skeptical Sunday 1:09:14

2M ago1:09:14

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Feeling rough after drinks? On Skeptical Sunday, Jessica Wynn reveals why hangovers hurt, why "cures" fail, and why dark liquors might be your worst enemy. Welcome to Skeptical Sunday, a special edition of The Jordan Harbinger Show where Jordan and a guest break down a topic that you may have never thought about, open things up, and debunk common m…

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1130: Giving Wife a Hand When Dreams Are Too Grand | Feedback Friday 1:19:40

2M ago1:19:40

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Your wife's dreams soar beyond the stratosphere, but you can't even pay for the launch pad. Can you ground her without crushing her? It's Feedback Friday! And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every wee…

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🏀✏️NCAA Tournament preview/mega-pod spectacular: Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander pick every March Madness game and reveal their brackets! 1:22:12

2M ago1:22:12

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Sign up for our Bracket Challenge Ladies and Gentlemen. We made it. The all-encompassing NCAA Tournament preview that will take you from Dayton all the way to San Antonio. Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander guide you through all 67 games and gives you an idea of the team that can win it all! 07:00 - South Region Breakdown 14:40 - Stay Or Hit Presented…

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1129: Russ Swain | The Good Mormon Who Made Bad Money 1:23:08

2M ago1:23:08

1:23:08

From postage stamps to diamond-dusted $20s: Former counterfeiter Russ Swain takes us inside the addictive world of artistic forgery and its moral reckoning. What We Discuss with Russ Swain: Russ Swain's counterfeiting career began with painting a postage stamp for a job application. This minor forgery later evolved into currency counterfeiting when…

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1128: Sextortion | Skeptical Sunday 53:12

2M ago53:12

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Getting blackmailed over nonexistent nudes? On Skeptical Sunday, Nick Pell untangles the dark web of sextortion and why kids face the greatest danger. On This Week's Skeptical Sunday: The basic sextortion scam is just sophisticated phishing. Those alarming emails claiming to have compromising footage of you? Pure fiction. These scammers cast wide n…

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1127: Chaotic Kin Has You Rethinking Children | Feedback Friday 1:10:52

2M ago1:10:52

1:10:52

Can kids you plan to have ever be safe around an uncle who chased a trans child with a chainsaw and put your fiancé on a kill list? It's Feedback Friday! And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week…

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1126: Richard Reeves | Rethinking the Purpose of Modern Masculinity 1:12:46

2M ago1:12:46

1:12:46

Of Boys and Men author Richard Reeves explains how we can address men's modern struggles without undermining women's gains. What We Discuss with Richard Reeves: Men are falling behind in multiple areas — education (60/40 female/male college ratio), mental health (40,000 male suicides annually), and economically (wages for men without college degree…

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1125: Bananas | Skeptical Sunday 59:45

2M ago59:45

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Bananas: nutritious treat or geopolitical nightmare? Jessica Wynn unpeels the shocking truth behind our favorite fruit on this week's Skeptical Sunday! Welcome to Skeptical Sunday, a special edition of The Jordan Harbinger Show where Jordan and a guest break down a topic that you may have never thought about, open things up, and debunk common misco…

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1124: Your Aunt's 105 — But Is She Dead or Alive? | Feedback Friday 1:11:22

2M ago1:11:22

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Your 105-year-old aunt has vanished into the elder care system while a relative keeps her whereabouts a secret. Can you find her? It's Feedback Friday! And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week! …

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1123: David Eagleman | Your Prehistoric Brain on Modern Problems 1:09:46

2M ago1:09:46

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David Eagleman explains why counterfeiting works, how our empathy fails, why mind reading remains elusive, and if we'll ever upload our minds to computers. What We Discuss with David Eagleman: Dr. David Eagleman worked with the European Central Bank on anti-counterfeiting measures, and his research revealed that most people don't notice security fe…

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1122: Feng Shui | Skeptical Sunday 41:57

2M ago41:57

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Feng Shui: ancient wisdom or modern woo? On Skeptical Sunday, Dave Farina unpacks how "chi" and "energy" get misappropriated in the name of interior design! Welcome to Skeptical Sunday, a special edition of The Jordan Harbinger Show where Jordan and a guest break down a topic that you may have never thought about, open things up, and debunk common …

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1121: Ethics Expire with Doctor's Desire | Feedback Friday 1:26:13

2M ago1:26:13

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A friend slept with a mentally ill patient, got caught in a web of manipulation, and calls you judgmental for questioning her ethics. It's Feedback Friday! And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every we…

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1120: Scott Payne | How the FBI Turned Me Into the Perfect Outlaw 1:26:55

2M ago1:26:55

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FBI veteran Scott Payne takes us into the world of undercover ops: infiltrating biker gangs, near-death moments, and the psychological toll of betrayal. What We Discuss with Scott Payne: Scott Payne worked undercover for the FBI infiltrating The Outlaws motorcycle gang, forming relationships with dangerous criminals over an 18-month period to gathe…

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1119: Home Schooling | Skeptical Sunday 50:48

2M ago50:48

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Homeschooling: Not just for doomsday preppers anymore! Nick Pell joins Skeptical Sunday to unpack how kitchen tables became the new classroom battleground. On This Week's Skeptical Sunday: Homeschooling exploded from 2.5 million kids in 2019 to a whopping 6 million by 2021-2022, with most families sticking to it even after the pandemic dust settled…

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1118: Son's Safety Vexed by Schizoaffective Ex | Feedback Friday 1:11:00

3M ago1:11:00

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Your ex's schizoaffective episodes keep getting court-approved showtime with your special-needs child, despite restraining orders. It's Feedback Friday! And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week!…

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1117: Anne Applebaum | Inside The Fortune 500 of Modern Dictatorships 1:10:23

3M ago1:10:23

1:10:23

From Russia to China: Autocracy, Inc. author Anne Applebaum reveals how modern autocrats create a new world order by working together against democracy. What We Discuss with Anne Applebaum: Modern autocracies form opportunistic networks rather than ideological blocs, collaborating through financial interests, technology sharing, and mutual support …

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1116: Fake Foods | Skeptical Sunday 55:03

3M ago55:03

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From food deserts to ultra-processed flavor deception, Jessica Wynn maps out America's nutritional divide and corporate food games on Skeptical Sunday! Welcome to Skeptical Sunday, a special edition of The Jordan Harbinger Show where Jordan and a guest break down a topic that you may have never thought about, open things up, and debunk common misco…

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#6: Herb Perez - How to Think, Train & Win Like an Olympic Champion 1:18:36

3M ago1:18:36

1:18:36

“If you define success by achieving specific things on a rigid path, then you set yourself up for disappointment. True success is process-oriented, goal-focused.” "In a finite game, the purpose is to win. In an infinite game, the purpose is to keep playing.” "Winning isn’t always the best indicator of success. Performing at your highest level is." …

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1115: Schizophrenic Spite Dims Golden Years' Light | Feedback Friday 1:21:02

3M ago1:21:02

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What happens when your parents' peaceful retirement plan collides with a neighbor's deteriorating grip on reality? Find out here on Feedback Friday! And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week! If …

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S6E1 - SPECIAL GUEST PANEL - Data Viz Freelancing 1:12:44

3M ago1:12:44

1:12:44

Welcome to episode 1 of season 6 of Explore Explain, a long-form video and podcast series all about data visualisation design. This episode is taken from a recorded webinar held on 27th January 2025 titled ‘Data Viz Freelancing’ and featuring a panel of guests including: Julie Brunet - Data Designer and Creative Director for Nightingale Magazine Ti…

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1114: Dr. Alok Kanojia | Breaking the Cycle of Digital Dependence 1:28:46

3M ago1:28:46

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Psychiatrist Dr. Alok Kanojia discusses the hidden psychology of modern tech addiction and shares evidence-based strategies for breaking free! What We Discuss with Dr. Alok Kanojia: Digital addiction, particularly to pornography, has reached unprecedented levels (49-75% self-reported addiction rates), largely due to technology's ability to hijack m…

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1113: You Just Want to Hike, Not Revisit Third Reich | Feedback Friday 1:08:37

3M ago1:08:37

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Your hiking group's newest member has killer calves and concerning ideologies. Should you hit the trail or fight for higher ground? Welcome to Feedback Friday! And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here ever…

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1112: Jay Dobyns | Undercover with the Hells Angels Part Two 51:04

3M ago51:04

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How did former ATF agent Jay Dobyns spend years undercover with the Hells Angels and live to tell the tale? Listen to this two-parter to find out! [Pt. 2/2 — find Pt. 1/2 here!] What We Discuss with Jay Dobyns: The Hells Angels maintain an extensive rulebook that governs members' behavior, with strict hierarchies and protocols. Breaking these rules…

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1111: Jay Dobyns | Undercover with the Hells Angels Part One 52:51

3M ago52:51

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How did former ATF agent Jay Dobyns spend years undercover with the Hells Angels and live to tell the tale? Listen to this two-parter to find out! [Pt. 1/2] What We Discuss with Jay Dobyns: Jay Dobyns was shot and nearly killed just four days into his ATF career, but rather than quitting, he used this experience to build credibility and learn valua…

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1110: Can True Love Last In Shadow of Dad's Dark Past? | Feedback Friday 1:15:04

3M ago1:15:04

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Finding love in midlife with a baby on the way seems like a miracle, but your father's dark past threatens to eclipse it all. It's Feedback Friday! And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week! If y…

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1109: Michael Israetel | Fitness Myths and Science-Based Solutions 1:28:09

3M ago1:28:09

1:28:09

Is diet soda bad? Do muscles vanish when you stop lifting? Dr. Michael Israetel, bodybuilding professor and fitness expert, answers these questions and more! What We Discuss with Michael Israetel: Common beliefs about artificial sweeteners and diet sodas being inherently harmful are largely unfounded. According to Dr. Israetel, there's no scientifi…

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1108: Sound Healing | Skeptical Sunday 44:55

3M ago44:55

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Are sound healers hitting the right note, or just making noise? Maddox joins us to investigate frequencies, facts, and fallacies on this Skeptical Sunday! Welcome to Skeptical Sunday, a special edition of The Jordan Harbinger Show where Jordan and a guest break down a topic that you may have never thought about, open things up, and debunk common mi…

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1107: Ballet Date with a Geopolitical Incel Mate | Feedback Friday 1:23:20

3M ago1:23:20

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Your fascist colleague thinks clubs turn people gay but loves male ballet dancers. Sometimes the closet has geopolitical dimensions. It's Feedback Friday! And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every wee…

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1106: Amanda Ripley | The Secrets to Surviving an Unthinkable Disaster 1:29:26

4M ago1:29:26

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Want to survive a disaster? The Unthinkable author Amanda Ripley explains why knowing your neighbors matters more than hoarding supplies. What We Discuss with Amanda Ripley: Contrary to popular belief, people rarely panic in disasters. Instead, the biggest challenge is often lethargy and denial — people tend to freeze or remain passive rather than …

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