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Say no to fearmongering and join us every Friday for the Rational Optimist Podcast. You'll discover incredible things happening that everyone should know but most people don't... from the revival of supersonic flight and nuclear power, to the revolution in biotech now underway. You'll also get authentic opinions on today's headlines from the perspective of two guys (Stephen McBride and Dan Steinhart) who unapologetically love humanity, technology, capitalism, and prosperity.
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Nick "Fitzy" Stevens leads a football-obsessed cast to bring you detailed coverage from inside the Patriots huddle. A fresh perspective on the games, storylines, and personalities on the field, in the front office, and around the NFL. Brought to you by WEEI and Audacy. New episodes drop weekly.
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The Optimistic American

Optimistic American

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The past, present, and future of the United States are full of promise. A promise sustained by the efforts of brave individuals and organizations who champion the pursuit of technology, improving the human condition, free markets, and a belief in who we are. We are losing the fact that we are a nation of dreamers, a catapult for those who have the heart to dare, a place that rewards ingenuity and innovation. This country, more than any other, succeeded by making possible the release of the h ...
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Welcome to American Optimist hosted by Joe Lonsdale, entrepreneur, investor, and founder of four multi-billion dollar companies and other mission-driven organizations. American Optimist is an alternative to the fear, cynicism, and zero-sum thinking in mainstream media. Learn from the innovators and leaders who are solving our nation’s most pressing challenges -- and doing it in a way that will lift everyone up. Hope should dominate our discourse, and American Optimist will show you why.
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On the Optimistic Outlook, Barbara Humpton, CEO of Siemens USA, engages listeners in the technological transformation occurring across American industry and infrastructure. Episodes not only examine challenges related to climate, workforce and digital transformation but offer solutions and a path forward by deploying readily available technologies. Barbara’s visionary perspective is designed to spark bold thinking among listeners, urging them to innovate toward a sustainable and eco-friendly ...
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The Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show

Mike Asti, George Gerbo

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Going strong for more than a decade now, The Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show podcast features George "The Howitzer" Gerbo and Mike "The Buzz-saw" Asti analyzing the world of sports through the eyes of the quintessential sports fan: passionately, intelligently, and without reservation. On The Howitzer and Buzz-saw Show, George is the optimistic "face" to his co-host Mike's "heel," trying his best to contain the Buzz-saw while also offering pointed questions that engender lively debate and deliver ...
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Papa & Silver Podcast

KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco

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Papa previously hosted his own show on KNBR from 2001-2003. Papa will host the weekday 10am-2pm time slot alongside Greg Silver. Upon joining the 49ers earlier this year, Papa became the first Bay Area broadcaster to have a role with five of the region’s major professional teams. He previously served as the voice of the Warriors (TV & radio – 1986-97), Giants (TV & radio – 2004-08), Oakland A’s (TV – 1990-2003) and Oakland Raiders (radio – 1997-2017). Papa currently hosts NBC Sports Bay Area ...
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Three on the Aisle

American Theatre Magazine

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From AMERICAN THEATRE magazine, a podcast featuring drama critics Peter Marks, Terry Teachout, and Elisabeth Vincentelli as they talk about theatrical shows and trends from coast to coast.
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New York Giants on SI features regular coverage of the New York Football Giants by reporters who cover the team daily. Join host Paul Dottino, member of the Giants’ broadcast team and host of the “Big Blue Breakdown” podcast, and Coach Gene Clemons, football analyst for Giants on SI’s team page (si.com/nfl/giants) and host of “A Giant Issue w/ Coach Gene Clemons” podcast, for in-depth insights, analysis and much more.
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Empire State Sports Report

Adrianna Iafolla, Bleav

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Welcome to the Empire State Sports Report, the only podcast where you will find everything you need to know about the New York Giants, New York Yankees and New York Mets. Why all three? Every loyal, passionate Giants fan is either a Yankees or a Mets fan. The host, Adrianna, delivers breaking news, draft coverage, game previews and recaps, and more. As a passionate fan herself, she strives to share everything you want to learn about your favorite team and does so in an entertaining fashion. ...
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🇬🇧 I'm Michael Lavers and this podcast will help you improve your English. I'm an online English teacher for students learning as a second language. In this podcast, I answer your questions about learning and help you achieve your goals in British English. Once a month I talk to a teacher or expert on topics related to language.
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American culture has shifted from tolerant to cancel culture, from supportive to disruptive, from decent to rude, from optimistic to cynical, and from relatively safe to increasingly violent. We are exchanging our liberty to succeed for a forced form of socialism. Best-selling author, CEO across six industries, former candidate for Governor of Colorado, private pilot and adventurer, and engaging communicator, Barry Farah systematically delivers the compelling path to get American culture bac ...
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Amid fierce debates over “liberalism,” The New Whiggery Podcast explores classical liberty and its transcendent roots in early Anglo-Protestantism, with universal and contemporary application. Critics of liberalism deride it as intrinsically secular, socially acidic, and hyper-individualistic. The New Whiggery advocates a form of liberalism with an originally Christian/Protestant anthropology that cherishes liberty and human dignity for all. Early British Whigs, and later, America’s Founders ...
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Your world is evolving—find out how with Carter Phipps, co-author of the Wall St. Journal bestseller Conscious Leadership. He’s an optimist, a generalist, and an integrative thinker. Now he has an excuse for his insatiable book-buying habit—a show that explores the movements, trends, people, and ideas that are shaping the future. Phipps is also author of Evolutionaries, and cofounder of the Institute for Cultural Evolution. Through in-depth interviews and occasional rants and reflections, th ...
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So Many Sequels: A Movie Podcast

Josh Gammon, Garrett Powders, David Prock

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Ever wish you had a book club, but for movies? Look no further! Josh Gammon, Garrett Powders, and David Prock invite you to "So Many Sequels" – your book club for movies. We chat about everything from blockbuster hits and indie darlings to film franchises and award shows. Whether you're searching for a fresh movie recommendation or diving deep into cinema history, grab a snack and join our conversation. Subscribe and be part of our cinematic journey!
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Side by Side

University of Minnesota Extension

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Merriam-Webster’s dictionary defines “side by side” as the state “of existing beside one another” and “of being in the same place, time, or circumstance." What does it mean for rural and urban communities to live side by side? Join University of Minnesota Extension staff as we explore the interdependent relationship of rural and urban spaces and why this necessary and complex relationship matters.
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EdNext Podcast

Education Next

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A weekly podcast from "Education Next," a journal of opinion and research. Introduction music: "Organic Grunge" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
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ברוכים הבאים – Welcome to Israel! Where 8,424,904 people live in just over 8,000 square miles. 74.7% of them are Jews, and just over 20% are Arabs. And Palestinians? Nobody really knows…somewhere between 4.5 and 6 million? We have two walls. One is holy, and the other divides us. Although, the truth is, the holy one divides us as well. Israel declared its independence in 1948 in Tel Aviv, but Jerusalem is the capital. By the way, there are 80 people living in Israel named Jerusalem. 8 of the ...
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BTR TMRW

Loc Huu Nguyen

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At the core, BTR TMRW is centered upon the concept of building wealth through real estate. But ultimately, it’s about something much more universal. BTR TMRW is about our potential and our ability to succeed. The BTR TMRW podcast is a thoroughly introspective show on our incredibly unique journeys in life. These stories offer a diversity of thought and perspective from the lens of ordinary people, living extraordinary lives. They bear witness to our unique paths toward prosperity, each cente ...
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President Donald Trump’s decision to support Israel in bombing Iran’s nuclear facilities shocked the world. In this episode of New Frontiers, Paul Johnson and columnist Bob Robb break down the legal, political, and moral dimensions of the strike – and its implications for America’s role in the Middle East. With thoughtful, candid analysis, they cha…
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Barbara returns to a theme she’s been hearing more and more from policymakers, educators, and industrial leaders alike: how to truly bring back American manufacturing. While much of the attention is focused on high-profile greenfield projects—brand-new, high-tech factories—there’s an equally urgent priority hiding in plain sight: transforming the f…
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(3:00) Under 50 days, new stadium, rebooted staff, refreshed roster...why not feel optimistic? (Not saying title but...) (10:00) Picks 5-15 of the Top 40 show veteran production at sorely underwhelming spots from 2024 (22:00) Thoughts on who FSU is sending out to Charlotte for ACC Kickoff (30:00) Emotions continue to run high as Doak renovation nea…
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A Giant Issue: Talent is Talent! Coach Gene Clemons is back talking about Andrew Thomas and the concern people have over his injuries. He also discusses an ESPN article that still has him ranked as one of the top tackles in the NFL and how you must hold on to supreme talents. ======= Want More New York Giants Coverage? Visit Giants on SI for more N…
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The So Many Sequels crew reviews Jurassic World Rebirth, the latest entry in the Jurassic Park franchise! Set five years after Jurassic World Dominion, this reboot brings in Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey as new leads in a world where dinosaurs have retreated to isolated equatorial environments. Josh, David, and Garrett bre…
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The voice of the LA Dodgers and Fox play by play announcer Joe Davis joins JD & Silver to discuss the legacy of the Giants Dodgers rivalry and note how it's changed over the past few years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco
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Former big leaguer and current member of the Sportsnet LA broadcast crew Jerry Hairston Jr joins JD & Silver to compare and contrast the two greatest hitters perhaps of all time: Bonds and Ohtani. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco
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(0:00) The Besties welcome Travis Kalanick and Keith Rabois! (3:02) Travis on Pony.ai / Uber rumors and the state of Cloud Kitchens (18:51) xAI launches Grok 4, learning "The Bitter Lesson" in AI (40:36) How Grok can catch ChatGPT in usage, OpenAI's product excellence (46:27) Perplexity and OpenAI building AI-native browsers and taking on Chrome (5…
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Fitzy, Hart, and Johnson present their rankings of the Patriots' position groups in 2025, from worst (10th) to first. Plus, the guys react to ESPN's lukewarm review of the 2025 Patriots offseason as a whole, and they discuss whether they and fans have collectively overrated the moves made by the team this summer. They also share their favorite and …
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In this episode, Adrianna covers off on some recent Giants news including Dexter Lawrence being ranked the #1 defensive tackle in the NFL. Other news includes the Giants defensive line being ranked #3 overall and more. She also gives training camp updates, tips and tricks. Follow her on Instagram for daily updates: https://www.instagram.com/newyork…
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San Francisco Giants reporter for the Bay Area News Group, Justice delos Santos joins, Silver & JD to discuss Justin Verlander's latest change to his mechanics and why he feels optimistic about the second half of the season despite remaining winless See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Greg Silver & JD Hour 2: Live from 58 Social.. Interview with John Shea from the SF Standard, more from last night thrilling walk-off by Patrick Bailey and much more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco
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Silver & JD Hour 1: Live from 58 Social to preview the series final vs the Phillies, Patrick Bailey's interview after his dramatic Inside-the-ballpark walk-off HR and much more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco
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SF Standard's John Shea joins Silver & JD to breakdown Patrick Bailey making history with game-ending, inside-the-park home run vs the Phillies Tuesday night See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco
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Giants' catcher, Patrick Bailey joins Silver & JD to talk about his exciting 3-run Inside-The-Ballpark, Walk-off HR to beat the Phillies Tuesday Night at Oracle Park See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco
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Is Tom Brady a sad bachelor? Fitzy, Dan, and Ted revisit Hart's Three-Point Stance from the other day on Tom Brady. Is this what Brady wanted for life after football? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoice…
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According to ESPN analytics, the Patriots have a 32% chance to make the playoffs. Too high, too low, or just right? Fitzy, Ted Johnson, and Dan Bahl weigh in. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Ellen talks with Chris Estes, co-executive director of Aspen Institute's Community Strategies Group, which supports rural communities, particularly those that have historically been overlooked. Chris emphasizes a shift from a deficit-based approach to an asset-based approach in community development and the benefits of rural-urban regional collabor…
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How do you feel about Mondays? If you're like most people, it's probably your least favourite day of the week. Many of us hate waking up and realising it's Monday, and that means we have to get up early and go to work. It's a universal feeling, so in this episode, I'll be sharing some common Monday expressions that you can use to express your sad f…
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What if building a satellite was as simple as ordering a Toyota? Apex Space founder Ian Cinnamon joins us to reveal how this manufacturing revolution is America's key to winning the new space race. Forget bespoke, billion-dollar spacecraft that take a decade to build—the future is a satellite factory in the sky. Plus: China's shocking plan to launc…
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7-8 Papa & Silver Show with John Dickinson - Hour 3: The Warriors say goodbye to Kevon Looney, and Draymond Green sounds off on the current CBA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco
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The Athletic's Marcus Thompson joins Silver & J.D. to reflect on Draymond Green's post about the CBA restricting free agency and how the Warriors will try to replace Kevon Looney's presence in the locker room See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco
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7-8 Susan Slusser joins Papa & Silver with John Dickinson to discuss the Giants successful weekend in Sacramento, their three All-Star selections and how the Giants winning happening when Matt Chapman returns isn't a coincidence See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco
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7-8 San Francisco Giants Two-Time All-Star Logan Webb joins Papa & Silver with John Dickinson to discuss making the All-Star roster and how he has taken his play to another level this season See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco
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7-8 Papa & Silver Show with John Dickinson - Hour 1: The Giants scrap out a 3-1 win over the Phillies, despite going 0-for-9 with runners in scoring position See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco
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A Giant Issue: Odell, Waller, and More! Coach Gene Clemons is back talking about two of the more notable names in New York Giants news currently; Odell Beckhams Jr, and Darren Waller. Both have interesting circumstances and make for good discourse. Didi the Giants want Waller at all? Does Beckhams have any juice left in the tank? Let's find out. ==…
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Fitzy, Hart, and Dan Bahl react to the latest Offensive Line power rankings from PFF and the shockingly low grade for the Patriots. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Fitzy, Hart, and Dan Bahl discuss their expectations for Drake Maye in year two with the Patriots, and where he ranks among the top players under 25 years old. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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This week’s So Many Sequels news update is packed with patriotic rewatches, surprise trailers, and chaotic movie theater stories. We kick things off with our go-to July 4th movie traditions—from The Sandlot and National Treasure to Rocky IV and Hamilton. Then, it’s on to The Running Man remake starring Glen Powell and directed by Edgar Wright. We b…
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