Best Not 9 to 5 Organization Podcasts (2025)

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Trump adviser turned critic John Bolton indicted over handling of classified documents 5:42

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A federal grand jury in Maryland indicted former national security adviser John Bolton on 18 charges of retaining and transmitting classified information to two of his relatives. Bolton served as U.N. ambassador and then national security adviser in the first Trump administration before emerging as one of the president’s most vocal critics. Amna Na…

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News Wrap: Judge says immigration officers operating in Chicago must wear body cameras 6:18

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In our news wrap Thursday, a judge says federal immigration officers operating in Chicago will be required to wear body cameras, President Trump says he'll meet Vladimir Putin in Budapest to discuss ways to end the war in Ukraine, the Senate failed to pass a measure to reopen the government and some states are showing progress in the nation's battl…

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Trump weighs land strikes in Venezuela following attacks on suspected drug boats 10:21

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The U.S. military destroyed a fifth boat in the Caribbean Sea this week that the Trump White House alleges carried narcotics bound for the U.S. Now, President Trump has raised the prospect of striking Venezuela on land. Amna Nawaz has two views on the actions from John Feeley and Sergio de la Pena. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/new…

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Rescue crews airlift hundreds out of rural Alaskan villages after powerful storm 7:04

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Rescue crews are airlifting hundreds of evacuees in rural Alaska after the remnants of a typhoon brought hurricane-force winds and record-breaking storm surge to the state's remote western coast. Geoff Bennett discussed the storm with Sage Smiley, the news director at KYUK in Bethel, Alaska, a town that has become a hub for the recovery effort in r…

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Young Republicans’ hateful group chat sparks bipartisan condemnation 5:27

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Fallout is growing after a Politico investigation revealed offensive text messages exchanged in a private Young Republicans group chat. The report details racist, homophobic and antisemitic language shared among about a dozen members over several months. Geoff Bennett spoke with Politico reporter Emily Ngo to discuss what the messages reveal and ho…

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Abortion restrictions may be fueling a rise in domestic violence, experts warn 8:55

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On average, a woman’s risk of being killed in the U.S. increases by 20% when pregnant or after giving birth. Pregnant and postpartum women are more likely to be killed than to die from childbirth-related issues. Many killings are the result of domestic violence. Special correspondent Sarah Varney reports from Louisiana, where experts say abortion r…

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Caleb Williams Responds to Troy Aikman Criticism + Jed Hoyer's payroll guarantee 1:09:47

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0:00 Introduction 3:41 Caleb Williams and Troy Aikman 15:05 Jed Hoyer on Cubs payroll & spending 29:45 Jed Hoyer on getting more strikeouts in pitching staff 36:48 Jed Hoyer on Kyle Tucker 44:20 Jed Hoyer cuts and wrap up 1:03:00 Radioactive Shrimp update 1:06:00 South Park Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams addresses the viral controversy with Troy A…

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The Sneaky Ways We Sabotage Our Money - 40 Money Lessons for 40 Part 5 40:25

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Most of us think money mistakes are big, obvious moves — but more often, it’s the small, everyday decisions that quietly drain our wealth. In this final episode of 40 Money Lessons at 40, Shari uncovers the subtle ways we sabotage our financial progress and shows you how to spot, stop, and redirect those habits. Learn how to align your spending wit…

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Palestinians return to ruins where homes once stood as Israel awaits remains of hostages 8:19

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The process of returning dead hostages continues as the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas holds. Israel accuses Hamas of stalling the return of remains as promised in the deal. Hamas and the Red Cross say Israel’s destruction in Gaza has made recovery nearly impossible. As Leila Molana-Allen reports, Palestinians who survived the war are r…

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News Wrap: Pakistan and Afghanistan agree to a 48-hour ceasefire after days of clashes 5:17

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In our news wrap Wednesday, Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to a 48-hour ceasefire following days of deadly clashes, Kenya's former Prime Minister Raila Odinga died at 80, a federal judge in Montana dismissed a lawsuit brought by young climate activists who tried to stop Trump’s executive orders on fossil fuels and Boston's mayor pushed back on Tru…

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What the justices signaled in a Supreme Court case that could reshape electoral maps 7:22

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The Supreme Court’s conservative majority signaled it could upend a central pillar of the 1965 Voting Rights Act. The question at the heart of arguments is whether lawmakers can use race as a factor when drawing congressional districts. Ali Rogin discussed the case's potential to reshape electoral maps with News Hour Supreme Court analyst and SCOTU…

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How students are faring in Arizona’s voucher program that could be adopted nationwide 8:24

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As the Trump administration throws its weight behind a national school voucher program that it says will give parents more options, critics point to the negative impacts school choice is having on public schools. Arizona introduced the first universal school voucher program in the country in 2022, and it may provide clues for what’s to come. Stepha…

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Federal workers describe how the shutdown is upending their jobs and daily lives 8:05

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The government shutdown has far-reaching effects for federal workers. Hundreds of thousands have been furloughed and many others are working without a paycheck. Some may be out of work permanently after the Trump administration announced plans for mass layoffs. We hear from dozens of federal employees, and Lisa Desjardins reports on how many worker…

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Democratic and GOP strategists on the political fallout of the government shutdown 8:17

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It's Day 15 of the federal government shutdown, one of the longest lapses in funding in U.S. history. To discuss the politics of the shutdown, Geoff Bennett spoke with Democratic strategist Faiz Shakir and Republican strategist Doug Heye. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…

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Why a billionaire mining executive is betting on green energy 5:55

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This week, countries may approve a carbon tax on the global shipping industry. The International Maritime Organization is poised to approve new levies on ships for their emissions, but the Trump administration argues it's a harmful tax. William Brangham has a profile of Andrew Forrest, a key business player who's attracting attention for his effort…

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Chicago Bulls - Organizations Win Championships is back! 48:33

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Organizations Win Championships is back! Make sure to subscribe to it wherever you get your podcasts. Dan Bernstein and Jason Bernstein are back with their long running Chicago Bulls talk podcast; Organizations Win Championships on 312 Sports. 2026 roster breakdown, win predictions and more! #312sports #chicagobulls #sportstalk -- 312/Dan Bernstein…

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Chicago Bears fans, stop whining! 59:32

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0:00 - Bears fans, be better 21:04 - DJ Moore injury update 25:26 - Bears stadium deal 34:02 - Padres' manager, Mike Shildt 44:45 - OWC is back 47:07 - Ts & Ps for NYC 52:45 - Close Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈 ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀 All l…

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Judd Apatow: Fear of Rejection Holding You Back? THIS Trick Will Silence the Inner Critic & Help You Feel Confident to Create 1:47:16

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What does rejection feel like to you? What do you usually do to move past that feeling? Today, Jay sits down with legendary filmmaker and comedian Judd Apatow for a vulnerable and inspiring conversation on life, creativity, and resilience. Known for shaping modern comedy with films like The 40-Year-Old Virgin and Knocked Up, Judd opens up about the…

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Freed Israeli hostages face long road to physical and mental recovery 6:53

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The fragile Israel–Hamas ceasefire faces new tension. All 20 living hostages were released on Monday and were supposed to be accompanied by the bodies of 28 deceased hostages. But as of Tuesday evening, only eight have been handed over. As Leila Molana-Allen reports, caring for the living is now a priority, while awaiting the delivery of the dead i…

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Finding remains of hostages in Gaza will be ‘immense challenge,’ Mideast analyst says 4:52

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As the Israel–Hamas ceasefire faces tensions, Amna Nawaz discussed the latest developments with Yousef Munayyer. He’s the head of the Palestine/Israel Program and senior fellow at Arab Center Washington DC, a non-profit research group. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…

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News Wrap: Trump says U.S. forces struck another drug boat off Venezuela 5:47

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In our news wrap Tuesday, President Trump announced U.S. forces struck another boat off Venezuela that he says was a drug vessel, Trump hosted Argentina's president at the White House, the man who set fire to the Pennsylvania governor's mansion in April pleaded guilty to attempted murder and a massive Pacific storm is battering the West from Califo…

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Why news organizations are rejecting the Pentagon’s new press rules 8:24

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Tuesday marks the deadline for journalists to decide whether to comply with the Pentagon's new rules for keeping credentials. Virtually every news organization, including PBS News, has refused to sign it, arguing that it infringes on First Amendment protections. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Nancy Youssef of The Atlantic and David Schulz of the…

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K-shaped economy: Why the wealthy are thriving as most Americans fall behind 9:37

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The markets have climbed higher despite continuing concerns around the shutdown, tariffs and inflation. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq have set records more than 30 times this year and other data suggest the economy is chugging at a steady clip. But for the majority of Americans, this economy is landing very differently right now, and it's hardly good time…

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How the latest round of federal layoffs could impact public health 6:04

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Over the weekend, roughly 1,300 employees at the CDC received notices they were fired. As the Trump administration realized it had fired some key staff, reportedly half of them were reinstated the next day. It still leaves the health agency without many crucial professionals. Amna Nawaz discussed the impact with Dr. Nirav Shah. PBS News is supporte…

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Former Justice Anthony Kennedy on political division and the state of the Supreme Court 10:27

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Former Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy served on the nation’s highest court for three decades. He was often described as the swing vote in landmark decisions from marriage equality to campaign finance. It’s a label he’s long resisted, even years after his 2018 retirement. He explained why when he sat down with Geoff Bennett to discuss his new…

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Chicago Bears beat the Washington Commanders 25-24 1:01:45

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The Chicago Bears are now 3-2 after beating the Washington Commanders 25-24 after the bye week. D'Andre Swift was the star of the game for the Chicago Bears as new kicker Jake Moody won the game for the Chicago Bears with a 38-yard field goal as time expired. Ben Johnson is now 3-2 as the Chicago Bears head coach. A very wild 8-6-2 double-play in M…

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How to Tackle Debt — Without Cutting Coffee, Joy, or Your Sanity - Part 2 of 4 Financial Confidence Bootcamp 40:25

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This is Part 2 of our Financial Confidence Bootcamp — Four Weeks. Four Habits. One Confident You. Check out Episode 1 of my Financial Confidence Bootcamp If you’ve been stuck in the debt shame spiral — avoiding statements, swiping with guilt, or believing you have to give up everything fun until you’re debt-free — this episode will change how you t…

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Israeli hostages freed and Palestinian detainees released after 2 years of brutal war 8:37

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After two years of brutal war, 20 Israeli hostages and nearly 2,000 Palestinian detainees and prisoners were swapped as the American-led ceasefire in Gaza held. It was a day of hope and relief for many, tinged with apprehension of what lies ahead. President Trump received a hero's welcome in Israel and later led a peace conference in Egypt. Special…

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