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Every weekday, NPR's best political reporters are there to explain the big news coming out of Washington and the campaign trail. They don't just tell you what happened. They tell you why it matters. Every afternoon. Political wonks - get wonkier with The NPR Politics Podcast+. Your subscription supports the podcast and unlocks a sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/politics
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Today, Explained is Vox's daily news explainer podcast. Hosts Sean Rameswaram and Noel King will guide you through the most important stories of the day. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.
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Should I buy a house? Why do I say “like” so much? Should Gen Z bother to save for retirement? Explain It to Me is the hotline for the issues that matter to your life. Send us your questions about health, personal finance, relationships, and anything else that matters to you. Host Jonquilyn Hill will take you on a journey to find the answers, whether it's to the halls of Congress or the local bar. You’ll get the answers you were looking for, and sometimes ones you didn't expect — and always ...
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Multipolarity

Multipolarity

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Charting The Rise Of A Multipolar World Order Philip Pilkington is an unorthodox macroeconomist. Andrew Collingwood is an equally skeptical journalist. Lately, both have realised that - post-Ukraine, post-Afghanistan withdrawal - the old, unipolar, US-led world order is in its death throes. In its wake, something new is being born. But what shape will that take? That will depend on a combustible combination of economics and geopolitics; trade and military muscle. Each week, our duo take thre ...
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Zip

Patrick Fore

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Every episode starts with a real question in a real place: Why did your water bill go up in Freeport, Illinois? Why did rent spike in Phoenix? Why did groceries get more expensive in Maine? Host Patrick Fore traces how decisions made in boardrooms, legislatures, and foreign capitals quietly land in American zip codes—showing how policy becomes higher bills, broken streets, longer commutes, and fewer options. This isn’t punditry. It isn’t partisan. And it isn’t abstract. Episodes are short, f ...
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Interested in what's going on around you? 🤔 The Ten News podcast is a bite-sized podcast for kids and their adults that explains what’s going on in the world. 🌎 Each episode explores topics kids care about most including events, sports, science, gaming, pop culture, entertainment, and more! 🗞️ The Ten News also features some pretty awesome guests; LEGO Masters Judge Amy Corbett, America’s top doctor Dr. Anthony Fauci, Sarah Natochenny, the voice of Ash Ketchum for Pokemon fans, and many more ...
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Each week, Foreign Policy Live will feature a substantive conversation on world affairs. Host and FP editor in chief Ravi Agrawal will be joined by leading foreign-policy thinkers and practitioners to analyze a key issue in global politics, from the U.S.-China relationship to conflict and diplomacy. FP Live is your weekly fix for smart thinking about the world. Foreign Policy magazine subscribers can watch these interviews live and submit questions and suggestions by going to https://foreign ...
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AI Explained Official Podcast

Philip - Host of AI Explained YT

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Covering the biggest news of the century - the arrival of smarter-than-human AI. From the author of Simple Bench, which reveals the remaining gap between LLM and human reasoning. Hype-free, and the British accent is a freebie bonus.
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The Explainer

The Journal

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The Explainer is a weekly podcast from The Journal that takes a deeper look at one big news story you need to know about. What's the background? Why is this in the news? Get the facts behind the story from Ireland's biggest news website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Today, Explained AI

Today, Explained AI

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"Today, Explained AI" delves into the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence, providing listeners with insightful explorations of the latest AI developments and trends. Each episode offers an in-depth look at how AI technology impacts various aspects of life, from business and healthcare to entertainment and everyday living. Our team meticulously curates the most relevant topics and news, ensuring that our audience stays informed and ahead of the curve. Join us as we navigate the ...
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Mark Levin Podcast

Cumulus Podcast Network

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Mark Levin is one of the hottest talk radio hosts in America. A prominent conservative commentator, best-selling author and constitutional scholar, Mark offers fresh takes on daily news headlines and dissects important events of the day. Heard weeknights on nearly 400 radio stations, Levin is loved in every corner of America. He cuts through the noise with his passion and intellect, often saying things others won’t. Or as Mark himself would declare: “That’s right. I said it!”
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A comedy podcast featuring all the week's news - explained by idiots. Hosted by The Honk & Henry Lee -- it's the stuff you wanna know, from guys who don't know it. The final insult? They're Australian. Listen to us everywhere! https://linktr.ee/instantexpertspodcast Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instantexperts Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@instantexpertspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574477592971 X: https://x.com/instantexpertsx
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It Could Happen Here

Cool Zone Media and iHeartPodcasts

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It Could Happen Here started as an exploration of the possibility of a new civil war. Now a daily show, it's evolved into a chronicle of collapse as it happens, and an exploration of how we might build a better future. Every day Robert Evans, Garrison Davis, Mia Wong, and James Stout take you on a jaunty walk through the burning ruins of the old world and towards a better one that lays just on the horizon.
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Conservative Politics & News: The P.A.S. Report

Professor Nick Giordano | Conservative Political Analyst & Commentator

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The P.A.S. Report with Professor Nick Giordano is a conservative political podcast delivering fearless analysis, no-nonsense commentary, and exclusive interviews. Exposing government corruption, media bias, and threats to freedom, Professor Giordano champions the Constitution, free speech, and individual liberty. What you'll get each week: • Honest Political Commentary: A no-nonsense look at current events, policy, and the forces shaping our nation. • Influential Guests: Exclusive conversati ...
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Normal Men

George Pearkes

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Normal Men is four guys talking about the news. We want to help explain what's happening in the world around us and have some laughs along the way. And we think you might enjoy hearing what we have to say, as long as you don't mind a bit of normalcy in a world without much of it.
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Political powerhouses Beth Rigby, Ruth Davidson and Harriet Harman unite to unravel the spin and explain what’s really going on in Westminster and beyond. Every episode, they will examine politicians, what they stand for, what they say and what they might really mean. They will work out which politicians are coming out on top and who is having an Electoral Dysfunction. WhatsApp - 07934 200444
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Does what’s going on in American politics scare and bemuse you? Want to know what Trump is up to, without pulling your hair out? Then you need American Friction, the UK podcast about US politics – from the makers of Oh God, What Now? and The Bunker. Every Friday and Monday, we unpack the big issues, speak to leading experts and talk with blockbuster commentators from the United States to explain the latest news and the big issues with hosts Jacob Jarvis (ex-Newsweek), Chris Jones (Podmasters ...
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Join Julie Rovner, chief Washington correspondent for KFF Health News, along with top health policy reporters from The New York Times, The Washington Post, Politico and other media outlets to discuss the latest news and explain what the health is going on here in Washington, D.C.
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Front Burner is a daily news podcast that takes you deep into the stories shaping Canada and the world. Each morning, from Monday to Friday, host Jayme Poisson talks with the smartest people covering the biggest stories to help you understand what’s going on.
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Gun News Australia: the latest news for Aussie shooters

Politics Reloaded - real news for Aussie shooters

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A podcast for Australian shooters who want political interference taken out of shooting. It’s for any shooter who cares about the future of shooting, and wants to know what they can do to help protect it. We cover the stories that matter, and interview the people who can help add the right perspectives. We cover news, politics and explain how we can protect the future of what we love to do. If you love shooting, then make sure you subscribe to this. You can support this podcast for just $30 ...
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Most news focuses on national stories. But we can’t directly affect what happens in Washington. We started 1819 News The Podcast to focus on news, politics, and public policy in the state of Alabama. 1819 News provides independent and unbiased journalism the way it should be. Tune in to hear important news stories that focus on Alabama.
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Prestons Super Show

Preston Olson

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Discussing the world economy, faith, and sports. The media has a blindside that is covered on this program. Highlighting heroes, entrepreneurs, and advocating for America First. Super Host Preston Olson is an author and founder of myoddman.com
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Each weekday, Dana Bash and a panel of well-sourced reporters bring you the most important political stories of the day. On the weekend, Manu Raju kicks off CNN's Sunday morning political programming with Inside Politics Sunday. Dana and Manu get answers from the people making headlines, explain the political stories that matter, and report on how the news will impact you.
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Welcome to Learn English With News, the podcast that helps you learn English through real-world news! Each episode, I’ll break down the latest stories, explain key vocabulary and grammar points, and help you develop your speaking skills with discussion questions.
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Radio Atlantic

The Atlantic

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The Atlantic has long been known as an ideas-driven magazine. Now we’re bringing that same ethos to audio. Like the magazine, the show will “road test” the big ideas that both drive the news and shape our culture. Through conversations—and sometimes sharp debates—with the most insightful thinkers and writers on topics of the day, Radio Atlantic will complicate overly simplistic views. It will cut through the noise with clarifying, personal narratives. It will, hopefully, help listeners make ...
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Chicks on The Right Show w Mock and Daisy

Chicks On The Right - Radio America

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Chicks on the Right is your daily dose of unapologetic common sense, humor, and sanity. Each weekday, Mock and Daisy break down politics, culture, and everyday absurdities with quick wit and relatable honesty. Whether they’re calling out hypocrisy or laughing through the madness, the Chicks offer conservative women (and plenty of men) a place to unwind, connect, and stay informed.
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ABC News Daily is the podcast that helps you understand the issues affecting your world. Every episode, host Samantha Hawley walks through one story with the help of an ABC colleague or expert in under 15 minutes. When you want coverage you can trust, listen to ABC News Daily. Key topics of recent episodes include the Donald Trump administration, DOGE, Tesla, insurance costs, recession risks, egg shortages, DeepSeek, neo-Nazis, Putin and Xi, solar batteries, the jobs market, anti-Semitism, a ...
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Morning Announcements is your daily news rundown from Betches News--because the world’s a mess, and someone’s gotta explain it. Every morning, Betches co-founder and host Sami Sage cuts through the chaos to break down what actually matters, one unhinged headline at a time. All in under 10 minutes, so you can stay informed without spiraling.
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“The Illegal News” is where law meets politics. Each week, Bulwark publisher Sarah Longwell (not a lawyer) sits down with a legal expert to unpack how the latest court filings, rulings, and procedural twists and turns of the Trump era are shaping American democracy. These are conversations about justice without the jargon, giving you context for the biggest developments and surfacing the legal (and illegal) moves not getting enough attention. If you're looking for "George Conway Explains It ...
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Will Cain Country

FOX News Podcasts

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Join Will Cain as he tackles the latest headlines from his unique perspective along with thought-provoking long-form interviews with leading figures and live calls from viewers and listeners. Will Cain Country merges the worlds of news and sports, with a spotlight on audience interaction. You can listen live to Will Cain Country on Fox News' YouTube channel, Facebook page, or on FoxNews.com at noon (12p ET), Monday through Thursday. And catch Will now five times a week on the FOX News Podcas ...
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Are you curious about the game Minecraft? 🎮 Do you play it and wish more grown ups understood what it was? 🎤 Well, our Ten News kid correspondent Everett joins Head Writer Ryan Willard to break it down. 🎧 Listen in as The Ten News Explains Minecraft to Grown Ups. Want more of The Ten News? Check out our website and follow us on social.…
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Why would Jesus choose Simon Peter—a flawed, impulsive, ordinary fisherman—to become the foundation of the Church? In this episode of 1819 News: The Podcast, host Bryan Dawson sits down with bestselling author and historian Jerry Lathan to unpack the true, chronological story of Simon Peter, the most relatable and misunderstood figure in the Gospel…
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Send us a text here! In this week's tour of the world's Crooks, F*ckwits and Morons: Stupid F***ing Terrorist C**ts murder 15 people at Bondi Beach. Aussie leaders experience brain, backbone shortage. It’s an Islamic Terrorism problem, stupid! Henry stands up to 'Stand Up To Hate' campaign by hating f***ing terrorist c**ts. Standing up. Did we ment…
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In this New Years Eve “Best Of” edition of ‘Will Cain Country,’ Michael Malice, Author of ‘Not Sick Of Winning: A History Of President Trump’s First 100 Days’ and Host of “YOUR WELCOME” joins Will to discuss if President Donald Trump is the most consequential modern president, the shiftingof the Right & the Republican Party's direction, rewriting t…
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We look back on some of the highlights from 2025 we can't stop thinking about, politics or otherwise. This episode: voting correspondents Miles Parks & Ashley Lopez, White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram, political reporter Elena Moore, senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro, senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, and…
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Could artificial intelligence be key to improving Australia’s living standards? A Productivity Commission report suggests the roll out of the technology could inject more than a hundred billion dollars into the economy over the next decade. But there’s a catch. If AI can take over from workers on some tasks, are swathes of humans set to lose their …
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California is home to the largest number of Hispanic-serving institutions in the country. That’s a federal program that allows colleges and universities to apply for federal grants if at least a quarter of their students identify as Hispanic. Earlier this year, The Trump administration cut funding for the program, which has helped serve many Latino…
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This week, we look back at some of our best episodes from the past year. What did we learn about how drugs like Ozempic actually work? Why are companies so determined to get people back to the office, even if the evidence shows remote work is as productive? And what happened when unknown drones were spotted over the Irish Sea? Hosted on Acast. See …
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Hey y’all! We’re off until January 5th, but if you’re missing us, here’s a little something to hold you over — a montage of our reactions to Candace Owens’ most unhinged moments from the past year. Enjoy! VISIT OUR WEBSITE DAILY! https://chicksonright.com SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS TO SUPPORT OUR SHOW! Visit https://MyPillow.com/Chicks, promo code CHICKS…
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Where did Elon Musk’s epic ambitions begin? In search of clues, the latest season of Understood: The Making of Musk returns to his sheltered youth in apartheid South Africa, a world engineered for white supremacy. In this second episode, host Jacob Silverman explores whether Musk’s authoritarian streak traces back to his Canadian grandfather. Befor…
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Every day, headlines slide across your phone. Oil prices. Trade deals. Interest rates. Infrastructure bills. Most of the time, they feel abstract. Far away. Like something happening to someone else. Until your water bill goes up. Your rent spikes. Your street stays broken for three more years. ZIP: Where Policy Lands is a short-form podcast that co…
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In September 2025, water and sewer rates went up in Freeport, Illinois. Five percent for water. Ten percent for sewer. Nothing about the water changed. Nothing about the pipes got better. People just started paying more. This episode traces how that happened. Starting with a city council vote in a town of 25,000 people, we follow the chain backward…
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In the fourth installment of his series on the Darién Gap, James talks to migrants at Lajas Blancas reception center north of the Darién, who can often be stuck there for months without the money to continue their journeys. Original Air Date: 10.31.24 Sources: https://www.notiparole.com https://www.instagram.com/p/DAaDkSwh1Jk/?igsh=bmgyanBteW10czd5…
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On Tuesday's Mark Levin Show, WMAL's Larry O'Connor fills in for Mark. The media and radical left have not learned their lesson they're in the middle as they keep attacking President Trump instead of addressing that what occurred in Minnesota was wrong. The moment you say something about Somalians, you ae considered to be racist. Which is absolutel…
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In this “Best Of” edition of ‘Will Cain Country,’ Erik Prince, Host of ‘Off Leash with Erik Prince’ and Founder of private military company Blackwater joins Will to delve into what America’s strike on Iran’s Fordow Uranium Enrichment Plant means for America and the Middle East moving forward. Did we open ourselves up to attacks both foreign and dom…
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Hey, y'all we're off until January 5th! If you’re looking for some Chick content we’ve got a treat for you. In this episode from June of 2024 The Chicks sit down with Glenn Beck to discuss his new book, Chasing Embers, and its relevance to our current dystopian world. Glenn shares his tips for staying grounded and hopeful amidst the chaos, and reve…
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Demand for cocaine around the world has exploded. Production is at record highs. Law enforcement can barely keep up. Cocaine is back in a big way. This episode was produced by Kelli Wessinger, edited by Jolie Myers, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Jonquilyn Hill. Photo by Matthieu Delaty / Hans Lucas / AFP v…
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As we approach 2026, the NPR Politics Podcast is taking a look back at the year that was in different political areas. Today, we look at how Project 2025, a document published by the Heritage Foundation to outline policy objectives in a Republican administration taking office in 2025, has influenced the Trump administration's approach to governance…
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Thousands of old and rare recordings - some that date back a full century, are now available for the public to enjoy online. That’s thanks to a collaboration between UC Santa Barbara and record company Dust-to-Digital. Reporter: Robert Garrova, LAist Mountain lions, foxes, hawks and dozens of other species are dying at an alarming rate from rat poi…
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In the month of April, China installed more solar power than Australia ever has. China is also now home to half of the world’s wind power and half of the world’s electric cars. Despite this, China remains the world’s biggest emitter of greenhouse gases. So, is it a climate hero or villain and how has the Chinese Communist Party managed to roll out …
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Today we’re joined by lawyer and author Bryan Stevenson for a conversation about the historical Mother Emanuel AME church, and what it means to tell the story of American history through a single institution. Then Canadian journalist Paul Wells stops by for a look at the rise of The New York Times, and the lessons for news media writ large. And fin…
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WE TALK WITH former Senator David Leyonhjelm about the growing calls for a Royal Commission into the Bondi Junction tragedy. We look at the differences between Royal Commissions and Coronial Inquests and why only a Royal Commission can answer the questions that the public is asking. Importantly, it can dive into our questions of why any changes to …
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In part three of his series on the Darién Gap, James talks about what drives Venezuelan and African migrants to make the journey through the Darién Gap. Original Air Date: 10.30.24 Sources: https://www.notiparole.com https://www.instagram.com/p/DAaDkSwh1Jk/?igsh=bmgyanBteW10czd5 https://www.nytimes.com/1964/09/20/archives/a-new-canaldug-by-atom-bom…
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On Monday's Mark Levin Show, WMAL's Larry O'Connor fills in for Mark Levin. It's enraging and sad to see how the left isn't reacting strongly to the fraud associated with the Somali benefits scandal. Their reluctance seems to stem from a desire to avoid being labeled "racist," which is absurd. This situation has nothing to do with racism; fraud is …
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In this “Best Of” edition of ‘Will Cain Country,’ Stand-up Comic and Host of 'Part Of The Problem,' Dave Smith joins Will to talk free speech, media bias, and the cultural fallout of Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Smith calls out liberals who politicize tragedy and explains why Americans can’t trust legacy institutions. And don't get him started on …
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New York City's Democratic socialist mayor takes office on January 1. Can he follow through on all those campaign promises? We ask him. This episode was produced by Ariana Aspuru and Peter Balonon-Rosen, edited by Miranda Kennedy, fact-checked by Danielle Hewitt and Laura Bullard, engineered by Patrick Boyd and David Tatasciore, and hosted by Astea…
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Hey, y'all we're off until January 5th! If you’re looking for some Chick content we’ve got a treat for you. Here's a look back at an episode that will help you get to know Daisy a little bit better. Enjoy! VISIT OUR WEBSITE DAILY! https://chicksonright.com SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS TO SUPPORT OUR SHOW! Save 25% now off the Red-Light Face Mask and more a…
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The Karuk Tribe in Northern California is crafting an environmental policy that unites traditional knowledge with more contemporary environmental sciences--pushing back against years of bias dismissing tribal knowledge of the Karuk's ancestral lands. A federal judge in the Bay Area has halted ICE from making arrests at immigration courthouses in th…
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As we approach 2026, the NPR Politics Podcast is taking a look back at the year that was in different political areas. Today, we look at how President Trump has reshaped immigration policy during his return to office, and what impacts those changes have had. This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, immigration policy correspondent Ximena…
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Why have so many hand car wash services replaced automatic machines? It has to do with immigration policies and there are implications for Australia’s productivity which is among the worst in the developed world. Economists insist boosting productivity is the only way to improve our living standards, but could delivering higher wages first actually…
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The Normal Men dive into appellate immigration strategy and the Battle of Chicago with Mark Fleming of National Immigrant Justice Center. Also, stroads and the modern authoritarian; primary ethics and efficiency. National Immigrant Justice Center: https://immigrantjustice.org/ Illinois Coalition for Immigrant & Refugee Rights: https://www.icirr.org…
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Some of our favourite guests of the year return to talk about books that helped meaningfully explain 2025. We talk about the evergreen appeal of Plato as well as Jewish identity with former Yale fascism scholar Jason Stanley. The déjà vu of trade wars and Canadian nationalism are tackled by journalist and author Stephen Maher. His pick is a book th…
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In the second part of his series on the Darién Gap, James looks at the impacts of migration on the indigenous Panamanian Emberá community. Original Air Date: 10.29.24 Sources: https://www.notiparole.com https://www.instagram.com/p/DAaDkSwh1Jk/?igsh=bmgyanBteW10czd5 https://www.nytimes.com/1964/09/20/archives/a-new-canaldug-by-atom-bombs-nuclear-ene…
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In today's news, a cat returns after 5 years! We'll also practise the past perfect tense. This episode is ideal for intermediate English learners (B1–B2+) who want to improve vocabulary, grammar, and listening comprehension with real news in English. Get the full transcript, vocabulary glossary, and a comprehension quiz at patreon.com/learnenglishw…
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As the president, nears his one year mark. Manu dives into his polling slump and ask what's in store for 2026. Plus, with midterms on the mind, can Democrats actually land the plane? A Zohran Mamdanidigital guru joins the show to discuss what works best. And, Manu's most notable moments from a busy year in the halls of Congress. Learn more about yo…
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