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GeekFurious: Raging Against Misinformation

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The FAIK Files

Perry Carpenter | N2K Networks

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The FAIK Files explores the mysterious and often wacky intersection of AI, technology, and humanity. From cognitive warfare to digital deception, we examine how AI is reshaping our reality through news, research, and real-world examples. Join us for a thought-provoking journey into a world where anything can be faked, truth is increasingly elusive, and human nature meets artificial intelligence head-on.

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The Present Illness

Alyssa Burgart & Arghavan Salles

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Society’s running a fever, and two sharp-witted physicians are on the case. Surgeon-scientist Arghavan Salles dives into social media’s wildest trends, while anesthesiologist-bioethicist Alyssa Burgart follows news and legal cases for their ethical twists. Together, they examine the cultural, political, and public health symptoms of our time with scalpel-sharp analysis, unflinching questions, and enough humor to keep us all going.

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Misinformed

Misinformed Podcast

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We bring you unfiltered takes on pop culture, music and the latest news – every Tuesday.

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hmTv at HMTC Podcasts

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hmTv is a podcast platform dedicated to exploring the humanity in all of us through impactful stories and discussions. Executive Producer Bernie Furshpan has developed a state-of-the-art podcast studio within the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center, creating a dynamic platform for dialogue. Hosting more than 20 series and their respective hosts, the studio explores a wide range of subjects—from Holocaust and tolerance education to pressing contemporary issues and matters of humanity.

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The Global Story

BBC World Service

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Where the world and America meet, with episodes each weekday. The world is changing. Decisions made in the US and by the second Trump administration are accelerating that change. But they are also a symptom of it. With Asma Khalid in DC, Tristan Redman in London, and the backing of the BBC’s international newsroom, The Global Story brings clarity to politics, business and foreign policy in a time of connection and disruption.

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Misguided & Misinformed

Joshua

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Random discussions about games, movies, TV, and whatever else might come up.

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Mic'd Up and Misinformed

MadDog

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The hosts discuss the upcoming UFC Fights and NFL predictions. They analyze the fight cards, focusing on new fighters and their potential struggles in the UFC. The conversation shifts to NFL predictions, evaluating team performances and playoff implications as the season progresses. The hosts share insights on betting strategies for both UFC and NFL, emphasizing the unpredictability of sports and the importance of experience and injuries in making predictions. In this episode, the hosts dive ...

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Here & Now

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NPR and WBUR's live midday news program.

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Enough About AI

Enough About AI

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A podcast that brings you enough about the key tech topic of our time for you to feel a bit more confident and informed. Dónal Mulligan, a media and technology lecturer, and Ciarán O'Connor, a disinformation expert, help you explore and understand how AI is affecting our lives.

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Redefining Society and Technology Podcast

Marco Ciappelli, ITSPmagazine

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Musing On Society, Technology, and Cybersecurity | Hosted by Marco Ciappelli Let’s face it: the future is now. We live in a hybrid analog-digital society, and it’s time to stop ignoring the profound impact technology has on our lives. The line between the physical and virtual worlds? It’s no longer real — just a figment of our imagination. We’re constantly juggling convenience, privacy, freedom, security, and even the future of humanity in a precarious balancing act. There’s no better place ...

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The Balanced Bodies Blueprint

Vinny Russo and Dr. Eryn Stansfield

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Discover Your Healthiest Self with The Balanced Bodies Blueprint Podcast: Expert Nutritional Insights and Medical Guidance! Join hosts Vinny Russo and Dr. Eryn Stansfield as they seamlessly merge nutritional expertise with medical insights. The Balanced Bodies Blueprint offers a unique fusion of evidence-based science and practical tips, equipping you to achieve your optimal well-being. Say goodbye to fad diets and misleading health hacks – Vinny and Eryn are committed to expose misinformati ...

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The Truth Seekers

Worleybird Innovation Works

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Truth Seekers: Where Data Meets Reality Tired of sensational headlines and conflicting health advice? Join Alex Barrett and Bill Morrison as they cut through the noise to uncover what scientific research actually says about the claims flooding your social media feed. Each week, Alex and Bill tackle a different health, nutrition, or wellness claim that everyone's talking about. From "blue light ruins your sleep" to "seed oils are toxic," they dig into the actual studies, examine the methodolo ...

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The Rich Roll Podcast

Rich Roll

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A master-class in personal and professional development, ultra-athlete, wellness evangelist and bestselling author Rich Roll delves deep with the world's brightest and most thought provoking thought leaders to educate, inspire and empower you to unleash your best, most authentic self. More at: https://richroll.com

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TED Health

TED

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What does exercise do to your brain? Can psychedelics treat depression? From smart daily habits to new medical breakthroughs, welcome to TED Health, with host Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider. TED speakers answer questions you never even knew you had, and share ideas you won't hear anywhere else, all around how we can live healthier lives. Follow Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider on Instagram at @shoshanamd and LinkedIn at @shoshanaungerleidermd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Puppies, Pandemics, and Public Health

Doctor Podcast Network, Dr. Johnny Lieberman

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Welcome to Puppies, Pandemics, and Public Health—a podcast for smart, curious listeners who are tired of being misled by clickbait headlines and health fads. Hosted by Dr. Johnny Lieberman—internist, infectious diseases physician, accidental dog dad, and current law student—this show pulls back the curtain on the interconnected systems that shape our food, medicine, environment, and public health. From factory farms to pharmaceutical labs, from the dog in your home to the label on your lunch ...

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TED Tech

TED Tech

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From the construction of virtual realities to the internet of things to the watches on our wrists—technology's influence is everywhere. Its role in our lives is evolving fast, and we're faced with riveting questions and tough challenges that sit at the intersection of technology and humanity. Listen in every Friday, with host, journalist Sherrell Dorsey, as TED speakers explore the way tech shapes how we think about society, science, design, business, and more. Follow Sherrell on Instagram @ ...

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This Is Propaganda

BRINK

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Mayim Bialik's Breakdown

Mayim Bialik

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Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown is a quirky, informative, and interactive podcast breaking down the myths and misunderstandings about mental health and emotional well-being. Neuroscientist Mayim Bialik combines her academic background with vast personal experience to provide listeners with valuable practical advice focusing on removing the stigma surrounding mental health and encouraging an understanding of the mind-body connection. Nothing is off limits as Mayim breaks it down with an amazing coll ...

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PsyberSpace: Understand Your World

Leslie Poston, Research Psychologist: Applied Psychology, Media Psychology, Organizational Psychology

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If you've ever wondered what makes "reply guys" tick, why we fall for emotionally manipulative language in politics, why meetings suck, or how music can reshape your brain, we have the answers! Tune in to PsyberSpace® every Monday morning and understand your world a little better each week. PsyberSpace explores the evolving landscape where psychology, media, culture, and digital technology converge. Each episode unpacks the impact of tech on our minds, our culture, our work, and our society. ...

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Dr Karl Podcast

triple j

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Join Dr Karl Kruszelnicki, Lucy Smith and their scientific guests, with a bunch of curious triple j listeners for a weekly injection of science, myth-bashing and answers!

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Misinformation A Love Story

Misinformation A Love Story

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Misinformation A Love Story is a show all about the public’s obsession with misinformation. These days people either love to hate it, or love to consume it. Join hosts Ashley and Jeremiah as they learn about different topics in misinformation and laugh through the madness...because if we don’t laugh about it, we may cry.

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Volts

David Roberts

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Volts is a podcast about leaving fossil fuels behind. I've been reporting on and explaining clean-energy topics for almost 20 years, and I love talking to politicians, analysts, innovators, and activists about the latest progress in the world's most important fight. (Volts is entirely subscriber-supported. Sign up!) www.volts.wtf

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Preacher Boys Podcast

Eric Skwarczynski

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An ex-fundamentalist sheds light on the dark side of the church… from the pulpit to the pews.

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How to Be a Better Human

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Join How to Be a Better Human as we take a look within and beyond ourselves. How to Be a Better Human isn’t your average self improvement podcast. Each week join comedian Chris Duffy in conversation with guests and past speakers as they uncover sharp insights and give clear takeaways on how YOU can be a better human. From your work to your home and your head to your heart, How to Be a Better Human looks in unexpected places for new ways to improve and show up for one another. Inspired by the ...

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Daily Variety

Variety

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Variety journalists and entertainment leaders deliver business news and analysis tailored for industry insiders.

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Consider This from NPR

NPR

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The hosts of NPR's All Things Considered help you make sense of a major news story and what it means for you, in 15 minutes. New episodes six days a week, Sunday through Friday. Support NPR and get your news sponsor-free with Consider This+. Learn more at plus.npr.org/considerthis

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EIQ online

Emma and Emilia

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An evidence based &compassionate approach to nutrition education & coaching EIQnutrition.com

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Heaven Bent

Tara Jean Stevens

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Supernatural signs & wonders. Unusual spiritual practices. Explore the fascinating and sometimes dangerous world of the modern-day prophetic movement, with host & creator Tara Jean Stevens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Strictly Business

iHeartPodcasts

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Industry leaders converse about business deals, strategy and the future of media and entertainment.

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Lamestream

Lamestream Media

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An independent podcast guiding you through the crisis in media. Hosted by award-winning journalists Osman Faruqi and Scott Mitchell, new episodes out every Monday and Thursday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Conspiracy, She Wrote

Unladylike Media

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Ever wonder why women get caught up in conspiracies, how anti-vax attracts moms, or where tradwives came from? Host Cristen Conger (Unladylike) untangles the wildest webs of conspiracy theories spun by and about women—from the lady fascists who spread Illuminati conspiracies a century ago to Beyoncé Illuminati rumors today. With expert guests and unexpected angles, each episode unravels the cultural currents that fuel these gendered narratives, connecting the dots between memes, misogyny and ...

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Wildfires, Floods, and Chaos Communications: Management of Issues, Crises and Disasters

Butterfly Effect Communications, Stories and Strategies

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We explore effective strategies for managing misinformation, coordinating resources, and maintaining public trust during wildfires and floods. Hear personal stories from the front lines, lessons from past emergencies, and insights on preparation and training. Our podcast offers valuable knowledge for professionals and anyone interested in crisis communications. Follow Wildfires, Floods, and Chaos Communications and stay informed on managing chaos in disasters, emergencies and crises. Find us ...

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The Listening Post

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A weekly programme that examines and dissects the world's media, how they operate and the stories they cover.

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On Medical Grounds

Medavera

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On Medical Grounds is a casual, friendly place where you can find an authentic, audible blend of timely scientific and medical knowledge. We talk with experts about their experiences and knowledge, the utilization of new therapies, and challenges within the world of health care. On Medical Grounds also offers Medical Mystery Cases, short case studies presented in the style of your favorite crime or mystery podcasts. Select podcasts offer free CME/CE credits. Visit OnMedicalGrounds.com for mo ...

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The Story Collider

Story Collider, Inc.

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Whether we wear a lab coat or haven't seen a test tube since grade school, science is shaping all of our lives. And that means we all have science stories to tell. Every year, we host dozens of live shows all over the country, featuring all kinds of storytellers - researchers, doctors, and engineers of course, but also patients, poets, comedians, cops, and more. Some of our stories are heartbreaking, others are hilarious, but they're all true and all very personal. Welcome to The Story Collider!

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Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast

WNYC Studios

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Daily thoughtful conversation about the latest news and politics.

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Internet Analysis

Tiffany Ferguson

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a commentary & video essay series, focused on pop culture, social issues, and all things "Extremely Online!" hosted by Tiffany Ferguson AKA tiffanyferg

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Climate Conversations

Robert McLean

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A continuous conversation about climate change - news, views and interviews.

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misinformed. well intended.

Roberto Cajigas & Elise Bahk

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Friends Roberto Cajigas and Elise Bahk record their every day conversations to create a podcast that will make you laugh as they discuss topics ranging from relationships to money and everything in between. Roberto and Elise bring you along into their respective busy married lives raising five kids (Roberto has two girls and Elise has three boys!) in a segment they call How Was Your Week This Week. In Favorites they give you recommendations on things they are currently loving and sometimes.. ...

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DOOMED with Matt Binder

Matt Binder

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QAnon, white supremacists, Proud Boys, the alt-right...host Matt Binder guides you through all the conspiracy theories, far right groups, fake news, misinformation, reactionary movements, and more on DOOMED, a leftist politics and culture show for our terrible times.

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The ABIC Podcast

Aesthetic and Beauty Industry Council

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Creating unity, community, conversation and strength, we are your representative association for beauty and aesthetics

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Hacking Your ADHD

William Curb

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Welcome to Hacking Your ADHD, where you can learn techniques for helping your ADHD brain. ADHD can be a struggle, but it doesn't always have to be. Join me every Monday as I explore ways that you can work with your ADHD brain to do more of the things you want to do. If you have ADHD or someone in your life does and you want to get organized, get focused and get motivated then this podcast is for you.

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All Bodies Nutrition

Eleni Agresta Levine MS RDN

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A weight inclusive registered dietitian who will help you break the diet culture cycle and heal your relationship with food.

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Secondhand Therapy

PonyBear Studios

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Secondhand Therapy is a funny, honest mental health podcast where two unlicensed best friends unpack their weekly therapy sessions.Join Louie Paoletti and Michael Malone as they explore anxiety, ADHD, grief, masculinity, and emotional growth—with humor, heart, and total transparency. Each episode blends raw self-reflection with real time takes on therapy, trauma, relationships, and the messy process of healing.It’s real talk about mental health in the modern world, and why personal growth is ...

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The Inoculation -- Vaccine Misinformation and Society

Daiva Repečkaitė and Eva von Schaper

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A podcast that explores the intersection of anti-vaccine beliefs, technology, and politics. We report on how misinformation, disinformation and fake news are constructed and how they spread. We talk to researchers to find out how serious the threat of disinformation is, and how politics and politicians use antivaxx-views to score points with voters. We look for examples of people who successfully navigate misinformation. The show is hosted by Eva von Schaper and Daiva Repeckaite, journalists ...

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Pivot 5: Today's Top AI Headlines

Pivot Media

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Pivot5 | 5 Headlines & Unprompted

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NFL Wild card 39:09

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The clip features a lively discussion between MadDog and LunchMoney about an upcoming college football game between Miami, Florida, and Mississippi (Ole Miss). LunchMoney passionately supports Ole Miss, highlighting their strong performance throughout the season, including a recent victory over Georgia. He emphasizes the compelling storyline of Ole…

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Separating Facts From Deep Fakes And Other AI Misinformation 22:43

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How do you know when something you're reading or watching online is real or fake? On Today's Show: Craig Silverman, co-founder of the Indicator, a publication that exposes digital deception, offers tips on how to identify AI generated content on the internet.By WNYC Studios

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How Misinformation Has Complicated L.A.'s Recovery From 2025's Firestorm 16:39

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On today’s episode, as Los Angeles marks the one-year anniversary of the devastating Eaton and Pacific Palisades fires, NBC News correspondent Jacob Soboroff details the cathartic process of writing his new book, “Firestorm: The Great Los Angeles Fires and America’s New Age of Disaster.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice…

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Daily Variety -- How Misinformation Has Complicated L.A.'s Recovery From 2025's Firestorm 15:40

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On today’s episode, as Los Angeles marks the one-year anniversary of the devastating Eaton and Pacific Palisades fires, NBC News correspondent Jacob Soboroff details the cathartic process of writing his new book, “Firestorm: The Great Los Angeles Fires and America’s New Age of Disaster.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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How misinformation spread alongside LA wildfires 4:00

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A year ago, fires tore through Los Angeles, killing 31 people in the Palisades and Altadena neighborhoods. Media and legal experts say that as fast as the fires spread, so did misinformation about them.By WBUR & NPR

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Google AI Overviews Deliver Dangerous Medical Misinformation 4:51

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(0:21) Google AI Overviews Deliver Dangerous Medical Misinformation in Search Results (1:08) European Banks Plan to Cut 200,000 Jobs by 2030 as AI Automates Back Office Functions (1:54) Physicians Use AI for Clinical Decisions During Patient Visits, Not Just Administrative Work (2:39) Universal Music Group Partners With Splice to Build AI Music Cre…

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Poll finds Americans concerned as Trump accelerates global intervention 10:51

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President Trump raised eyebrows when he told the New York Times that there was only one thing that could stop him on the global stage: his own morality. So what do Americans think about the moral standing of the United States? Well, a new NPR-Ipsos poll finds Americans still want the U.S. to be a moral leader in the world — but far fewer think it a…

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Tensions Simmer Between Minnesota and the Trump Administration 21:51

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Minneapolis is coping with the shooting of a local woman by an ICE agent, and allegations that federal daycare funds have been misused. On Today's Show: Rachel Leingang, Midwest political correspondent for Guardian US, based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, talks about how Minneapolis is "on edge" after the fatal shooting of a civilian by an ICE agent, w…

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Border patrol shooting in Portland raises questions 5:33

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Federal agents in Portland shot and wounded two people, one day after the fatal shooting of a Minnesota woman by immigration agents, raising questions about the frequency of such events and the training of federal law enforcement officers.By WBUR & NPR

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CES 2026 Highlights: Simon Helberg and Billy Magnussen Talk AMC Network's 'The Audacity'; Roku Chief Anthony Wood 31:26

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Today's episode includes highlights from Variety’s two-day summit at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Actors Simon Helberg and Billy Magnussen preview AMC Network’s Silicon Valley-set dramedy “The Audacity,” and a rare one-on-one conversation with Roku founder and CEO Anthony Wood. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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326: Beyond the timelime: Making multi-treatment journeys safe and seamless with Nancy Abdou from The Australian Laser and Dermal Institute 35:14

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Today we’re joined by Nancy Abdou, Founder and Director of The Australian Dermal & Laser Institute, one of Australia’s most respected dermal educators and an authority in evidence-based treatment planning. With a unique blend of clinical experience, advanced skin expertise, and years spent training therapists across the country, Nancy understands t…

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Hiring cooled in December as 2025 was weakest year for job growth since pandemic 3:40

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Employers added 50,000 jobs last month, according to today's jobs report from the Labor Department.By WBUR & NPR

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Wegovy is now available in pill form 5:10

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Patients can now pay cash to get the popular weight loss drug Wegovy as a daily pill, rather than a weekly injection.By WBUR & NPR

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Minnesota shooting reverberates as Trump says U.S. control of Venezuelan oil could last years 11:26

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President Trump wants oil company executives to invest at least 100-billion dollars in Venezuela.By WBUR & NPR

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John Driskell Hopkins is still performing with the Zac Brown Band after his ALS diagnosis 11:06

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John Driskell Hopkins, who was diagnosed with ALS in December 2021 continues to perform with the Zac Brown Band.By WBUR & NPR

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America's 'Braided Heritage' at center of cookbook by Jessica B. Harris 9:30

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In her cookbook, Jessica Harris explores how the fundamentals of American cuisine are an intertwining of Native American, European and African cultures.By WBUR & NPR

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First SNAP soda bans take effect 5:48

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Five states have enacted waivers to restrict SNAP users from purchasing soda using their EBT cards. Some are also restricting candy and other junk foods from the program.By WBUR & NPR

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NFL playoffs start this weekend 3:51

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The NFL playoffs get underway this weekend with the wild-card round of fixtures.By WBUR & NPR

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Venezuelans in the U.S. celebrate Maduro's fall but anxious about what's next 4:59

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Venezuelans across the country welcomed news about the ousting of President Nicolás Maduro, but also worry about what could come next.By WBUR & NPR

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Trump's second term has included a much more muscular foreign policy than his first 3:59

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President Trump ran as the peace president, but since taking office has been on a military spree with strikes on Iran, Yemen, Nigeria, Syria, Venezuela and threats against othersBy WBUR & NPR

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What happens when a hawk is electrocuted by a power line? 7:07

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An injured red-tailed hawk recently appeared near host Peter O'Dowd's neighbor's front yard. The rescue organization that found the bird suspects it was electrocuted by a power line.By WBUR & NPR

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Reporter Jacob Soboroff on covering the 'Firestorm' that consumed his childhood home 9:40

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Soboroff was a reporter for NBC during the 2025 Los Angeles fires, and he grew up in the Palisades area, which was hit hard.By WBUR & NPR

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What's the deal with closed-loop geothermal? 1:05:03

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Conventional geothermal energy is limited to specific hot spots, but “closed-loop” geothermal, by going deeper and confining water to sealed boreholes, promises to work almost anywhere; it amounts to building a giant radiator, deep underground. I’m joined by Jeanine Vany and Mark Fitzgerald of pioneering closed-loop startup Eavor to discuss their n…

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Time to Block Grok 1:06:22

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Activation Warning: This episode discusses SA, CSAM, state violence. In the first feverish episode of The Present Illness in 2026, the Doctors discuss the tumultuous events of winter break, including significant changes in vaccination policies, a big win for abortion rights, ICE actions in Minnesota, and the dangers of Elon Musk’s Grok. Abrupt CDC …

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The 91% Myth: How a Preliminary Study Became Nutrition Gospel 19:14

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A shocking headline claims intermittent fasting increases cardiovascular death risk by 91%—but what if the sensational story is almost entirely fiction? This episode exposes how a preliminary research abstract was transformed into dangerous medical advice, based on just 414 people and two days of dietary recalls. We'll unpack how media sensationali…

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Alphabet Overtakes Apple + Robots That Think Arrive 3:53

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(0:15) Alphabet Overtakes Apple to Become Second Most Valuable Company Behind Nvidia(0:55) Samsung Reports Record Profit as AI Server Demand Drives Memory Chip Prices Higher(1:35) JPMorgan Drops Proxy Advisory Firms and Switches to AI for Shareholder Voting(2:11) CrowdStrike Acquires Identity Startup SGNL for $740 Million to Defend Against AI-Power…

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Will Gen Z protests around the world continue in 2026? 27:17

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Throughout 2025, a massive youth protest movement took shape across the world. From Bangladesh, to Nepal, to Morocco, to Kenya, to the Maldives, young people were taking to the streets to demand, among other things, job security, improved standards of living, and the toppling of corrupt regimes. And in a number of cases their ambitious demands were…

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Neuroscientist Dr. Julia Mossbridge: Was I a CIA Experiment? Remote Viewing, Missing Memories, and the Science of Psychic Abilities 58:05

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What if neurodivergence, intuition, and psychic ability are all connected, and we’ve been misunderstanding them this entire time? In this mind-expanding episode of Mayim Bialik's Breakdown, Dr. Julia Mossbridge—cognitive neuroscientist, author of Have a Nice Disclosure!, and Human Potential Research Lead for The Telepathy Tapes—returns to the studi…

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Exploring AI Psychosis (feat. Dr. Ian Gold, author of Suspicious Minds) 1:07:18

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Welcome back to The FAIK Files! In this week's special interview episode: We sit down with Dr. Ian Gold, Professor of Philosophy & Psychiatry at McGill University, and author of Suspicious Minds. We define the slippery boundaries between psychosis, delusion, and conspiracy theories - and where those become 'clinical'. A deep dive into "AI Psychosis…

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Want to make change? Let young people tell their stories | Anshul Tewari 15:12

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As a teenager, social entrepreneur Anshul Tewari didn’t see young voices represented in the conversations that mattered. His solution? A simple blog that has since transformed into Youth Ki Awaaz (Voice of the Youth): India’s largest citizen media platform, where more than 200,000 young people write about underrepresented issues every month. From s…

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AI: Stories about artificial intelligence 19:46

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In this week’s episode, both our storytellers come face to face with the growing power—and pitfalls—of artificial intelligence. Part 1: When AI takes over comedian Kyle Gillis’s job, he takes it personally. Part 2: While researching an AI model, engineer Omiya Hassan discovers one major problem: the amount of energy it’s consuming. Kyle Gillis is a…

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Is the Trump foreign policy back to the future? 9:25

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"Make America great again." That phrase has been in our political ecosystem for 10 years now. But it's never been clear what time period in American history President Trump was referencing? Is it the 1980s? Or maybe the 1950s? What about further back, say the 1890s? As we enter the second year of Trump’s second term, is a 19th century presidency em…

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Daily Variety -- COVER STORY: Jodie Foster on Fame, Family and Pursuing Her Artistic Passions 14:25

2d ago14:25

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On today’s episode, in our Cover Story segment, Variety’s Daniel D’Addario discusses his revelatory profile of Jodie Foster. And Marc Malkin has a Red Carpet Rundown from the Golden Globes' Golden Eve celebration of Sarah Jessica Parker and Helen Mirren. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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COVER STORY: Jodie Foster on Fame, Family and Pursuing Her Artistic Passions 15:25

1h ago15:25

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On today’s episode, in our Cover Story segment, Variety’s Daniel D’Addario discusses his revelatory profile of Jodie Foster. And Marc Malkin has a Red Carpet Rundown from the Golden Globes' Golden Eve celebration of Sarah Jessica Parker and Helen Mirren. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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In self-titled memoir 'Googoosh,' the Iranian pop star reflects on a life of song and silence 11:06

16m ago11:06

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Prior to the 1979 revolution, Iranian singer and actor Googoosh was a pop superstar. But she was jailed by the Islamic Republic and forced to agree to never sing or perform in public.By WBUR & NPR