Best Possibly Correct Media Podcasts (2025)

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EP#187 | Are Text Messages Private? 51:03

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Can police use text messages that a complainant voluntarily hands over without a warrant? Joseph, Michael and Alper walk through the fresh R v Dhaliwal (Oct 8, 2025) decision, recap the Supreme Court’s R v Marakah (2017) framework on privacy in digital messages, and contrast R v Reeves (2018) and Lampert (2023 ONCA) on third-party devices and share…

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Ep. 375: Did OpenAI Just Kill Social Media? 1:36:12

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Ep. 375: Did OpenAI Just Kill Social Media? OpenAI has been making waves recently with their release of their Sora 2 video generation model, which they have launched alongside a TikTok-style social media sharing app. The internet is usually pretty excited about AI innovations, but this one has people unsettled. In today’s episode, Cal looks at one …

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Ep. 374: This is Your Brain on Phones 1:38:17

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It’s hard to cultivate a deep life when you cannot go more than a few minutes without checking your phone. In this episode, Cal looks closer at the precise neural mechanisms at play that make the physical act of looking at your phone irresistible. Then armed with this knowledge, he explains why many popular remedies fail, and which specific respons…

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EP#186 | Trial Strategy When Fighting Global Accusations 40:47

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Sponsored by EasyDNShttps://easydns.com/NotOnRecordIn Episode 186, the team tackles a thorny “global charge” spanning more than two decades and uses it to unpack one of criminal law’s hardest strategic calls: how to handle prior discreditable conduct and bad-character evidence in domestic-context sexual assault prosecutions. Drawing on Ontario Cour…

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Ep. 373: The Internet’s Best Advice for Reinventing Your Life 1:36:45

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In 2023, I published an episode about resetting your life that became one of my most popular. In the years since, multiple major podcasters and YouTubers have done their own videos on the same theme. In today’s episode, I extract the best ideas from five such recent videos to create an all-star reset strategy. I connect this to my work on technolog…

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EP#185 | Myths, Stereotypes and Bad Movies 59:08

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Sponsored by EasyDNShttps://easydns.com/NotOnRecordJoseph, Michael and Diana discuss the meaty legal breakdown of His Majesty the King v. J.W., 2025 ONCA 637. They unpack how the Ontario Court of Appeal treats myths and stereotypes in sexual-assault cases, especially delay in reporting and continued association, what’s permissible to argue, and how…

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Ep. 372: Decoding TikTok’s Algorithm 1:26:39

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Last week, it was announced that Oracle would take over operation of TikTok in the US. One of the primary reasons proposed for this deal is that it was in national interests for us to take over control of TikTok’s fabled “algorithm.” But what is this algorithm? How does it work? To what extent can it be controlled? In today’s episode, Cal looks dee…

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EP#184 | What University Students are Taught About Consent 40:23

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Sponsored by EasyDNS https://easydns.com/NotOnRecordJoseph and the team at Neuberger and Partners unpack why allegations on campus are surging and how university “pseudo-legal” processes can turn summaries into criminal evidence. They contrast postmodern “subjective truth” narratives with the actual law of consent, explain Stinchcombe-era disclosur…

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IN-DEPTH: Focus like a Nobel Prize Winner (w/ Brian Keating) 1:04:57

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In this episode of IN-DEPTH, Cal is joined by Dr. Brian Keating, the Chancellor’s Distinguished Professor of Physics at UCSD, and one of the most prolific popularizers of science around (you may have seen him recently chatting about cosmology with Joe Rogan and Andrew Huberman). They talk about Keating’s new book, HOW TO FOCUS LIKE A NOBEL PRIZE WI…

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Ep. 371: Is it Finally Time to Leave Social Media? 1:25:55

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We seem to be stuck in a purgatory when it comes to the worst of the social media platforms. We know they’re not great, but it’s hard to muster enough motivation to bother to leave. In today’s episode, motivated by the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Cal puts on his technology critic hat and offers a step-by-step technical explanation for why these …

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EP#183 | The Dan Markel Murder Trial 35:23

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In Episode 183 of Not On Record we welcome special guest Marcy to dive into the chilling true crime story of Dan Markle, a father murdered in 2014 in a case that has captivated public attention for nearly a decade. This episode unravels the intricate web of a targeted hit allegedly orchestrated by his ex-wife’s family, driven by an extreme case of …

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EP#62 | Why Sam Harris Matters 58:49

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In this episode of Open College, Stephen Hicks reflects on the significance of Sam Harris as a public intellectual, drawing from his foreword to Sam Harris: Critical Responses. Hicks explores Harris’s wide-ranging contributions from morality, free will, and consciousness to religion, psychedelics, artificial intelligence, and politics arguing that …

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Ep. 370: Deep Work in the Age of AI 1:10:46

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A recent study called into question a core assumption about the generative AI revolution: that these tools, at the very least, will make us more productive. In this episode, Cal dives deep into the study and argues that when it comes to efforts that require deep work, AI can sometimes make things worse. He then answers listener questions and then t…

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EP#182 | Analysis of a Child's Evidence in a Sexual Interference Case 31:19

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Sponsored by EasyDNShttps://easydns.com/NotOnRecordIn this solo episode, Joseph breaks down R. v. D.D., 2025 ONCJ 355 (Sudbury) to show how courts assess child-complainant evidence in sexual interference cases covering the s. 715.1 video-statement rule, the dangers of leading questions, gaps around initial disclosure, and the W.(D.) framework for c…

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Ep. 369: Why Are We Getting Dumber? A Debate. 1:33:24

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IQ scores had been steadily rising since WWII. But, more recently, this phenomenon has stopped. Since 2010, we’ve actually been getting dumber. In this episode, Cal gets into the common theories for why this is true before offering his own take, which leads to some practical takeaways to help you thrive in an increasingly stupider world. He then an…

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EP#181 | Self Defence Laws: Canada vs. The United States 40:28

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Sponsored by EasyDNShttps://easydns.com/NotOnRecord🔹Short Description:🏒 EP#181 Joseph and Alper Yulmaz contrast Canada’s self-defence (s.34) with U.S. castle doctrine—no duty to retreat, proportionality/necessity, and the modified objective test for homeowners. ⚖️📢🎙️📝Meta Description:📢 In EP#181 Not On Record explains Canada’s self-defence s.34 vs …

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IN-DEPTH: The Game of Life (w/ Tim Ferriss) 1:57:01

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In this episode of IN-DEPTH, Cal is joined by bestselling author and podcaster, Tim Ferriss. Tim rocketed to prominence with his 2007 book, “The Four Hour WorkWeek” which basically redefined a generation’s relationship with work, meaning, and the possibilities for building an interesting life. More recently, Tim created a card game! It’s called Coy…

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Ep. 368: I Want Work-Life Balance. Am I Doomed to Mediocrity? 1:27:58

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A 22-year-old made a splash recently when he published a Wall Street Journal op-ed claiming that work-life balance makes you mediocre. He went on to brag about how sleeping less than 4 hours a night and gaining 80 pounds helped him become a millionaire. In this episode, Cal wades into the furious debate this article sparked. He argues that once you…

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EP#180 | Why Female Lawyers Defend Men Accused of Sexual Offences 39:33

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Sponsored by EasyDNShttps://easydns.com/NotOnRecord Yuvika & Maria sit down with Grace Condello (Neuberger & Partners; LLB University of London; recent master’s; articling) to challenge a widely shared opinion claiming female lawyers “betray their gender” by defending men accused of sexual offences. They walk through the IRAC framework lawyers are …

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Ep. 367: What if AI Doesn’t Get Much Better Than This? 1:37:12

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In recent years, it’s been hard not to react to the possibilities of generative AI without a mixture of euphoria or dread. But after OpenAI’s lackluster GPT-5 launch, a new, almost heretical-seeming question has emerged: what if progress on AI is stalled well short of the wild predictions we were promised? In today’s episode, Cal draws from reporti…

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EP#179 | The Golden Rule 48:44

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Sponsored by EasyDNShttps://easydns.com/NotOnRecordIn Episode 179 of Not On Record, Joseph Neuberger, Michael Bury, and Diana Davison examine a recent Ontario Court of Appeal case that highlights how dates and times are treated in sexual assault trials. They explain the “golden rule” — that the accused must know the case to meet — and why courts al…

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Ep. 366: How to Reinvent Your Life in 4 Months (Classic Episode from August, 2023) 1:17:10

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In this replay of one of the more popular episodes from the Deep Questions archives, originally aired in August ,2023, Cal explores some of his early strategies for cultivating a deeper life. Below are the questions covered in today's episode (with their timestamps). Get your questions answered by Cal! Here’s the link: bit.ly/3U3sTvo Today’s Deep Q…

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EP#178 | MY Truth vs. THE Truth 41:39

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Criminal Defence Lawyers Joseph Neuberger, Michael Bury, and YouTube personality, legal researcher and host of the UnTrue Crime podcast Diana Davison, sit down and discuss the aftermath of their trials and the emerging and alarming changes to our legal system. A behind the scenes inside look into real courtroom drama. R v EK, 2016 ONSC 5802 - https…

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Ep. 365: What Technology Wants (and How to Push Back) 1:02:48

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Why do we end up entangled with tools that don’t have our best interests in mind? How can we fix this situation? In this episode, Cal dives deep into the difference between additive and extractive technologies, telling a story that weaves old technology with old versions of modern tools, testimony from recent trials to ideas from leading technology…

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EP#177 | Roadblocks Before the Trial Even Begins 37:21

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Criminal Defence Lawyer Joseph Neuberger, and YouTube personality, legal researcher and host of the UnTrue Crime podcast Diana Davison, sit down and discuss the aftermath of their trials and the emerging and alarming changes to our legal system. A behind the scenes inside look into real courtroom drama. R. v. J.J., 2022 SCC 28 - https://www.canlii.…

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Ep. 364: Metrics 101 1:09:24

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When Cal recently returned home from his time spent up in New England he set up a whole new set of daily metrics to track in the fall to keep him pointed toward the deep life. And they failed. Hard. In this episode, Cal dissects why metrics matter, why they’re easy to mess up (including the mistakes he made), and how to use them correctly (includin…

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EP#176 | Hockey Canada Trial: Unpacking the Verdict 40:56

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In this explosive episode, Joseph, Michael, and Diana dive deep into the controversial Hockey Canada sexual assault trial and the landmark acquittal that’s ignited debate across the country. With a detailed breakdown of the 93-page judicial decision, they unpack the key legal findings, including the role of “consent videos,” inconsistencies in the …

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Ep. 363: Escaping the Digital Doldrums 1:09:27

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What does Walt Disney’s malaise in the 1940s have to do with our current struggles with our screens? In this episode, Cal uses a little-known story from Disney’s midlife to identify an effective strategy for escaping the nerve-deadening, dull state created by spending more and more of your professional and personal life on screens. He then answers …

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Ep. 362: The Texting Dilemma 1:10:47

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When we think about unhealthy phone usage, we think about the flashing apps, like TikTok and Instagram, in which billions of dollars have been spent to grab our attention. In this episode, Cal points to an unassuming culprit that may be just as responsible: simple messaging apps. He explores research that connects the social stress of pending messa…

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Ep. 361: Do You Need an App Blocker? 59:42

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Are you worried that you’re using your phone too much? An app blocker might make sense. But how do they work, and which one is right for you? In this episode, Cal goes deep into the motivation, technology, and ultimate end game of this distraction fighting technology. He then answers listener questions and discusses some intriguing comments he’s be…

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EP#175 | Case Closed: Wins for the Defence 30:45

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Sponsored by EasyDNShttps://easydns.com/NotOnRecordIn this episode, three complex sexual assault cases are dissected, each involving unique circumstances but united by the common thread of reasonable doubt. From a university romance that ended in explosive allegations and contradictory messages, to a decades old claim resurrected from the 1980s hoc…

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Ep. 360: One-Page Productivity 57:29

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Trying to stick to complicated time management systems without any breaks can eventually lead to burn out. But if you stop organizational efforts altogether, your life can become a stressful mess. In this episode, Cal taps the wisdom of an elite running coach to devise what he calls one-page productivity: a minimum time management system, meant to …

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EP#174 | All About Disclosure 42:20

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Sponsored by EasyDNShttps://easydns.com/NotOnRecordIn Episode 174 of Not on Record, the team dives deep into the complex world of disclosure in criminal cases—what it is, how it’s obtained, why it’s essential, and what happens when it arrives late. With Joseph Neuberger on a well-deserved break, returning guests Maria, Yuvika, and Mr. Bury lead a l…

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Ep. 359: Should We Fear Cognitive Debt? 1:48:05

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A blockbuster new study out of MIT takes a closer look at the impact of writing with the help of AI. In today’s episode, Cal breaks down this paper with the help of author Brad Stulberg (who made waves online recently with his reaction to its findings), picking apart the role of AI in deep work activities. Cal then answers listeners questions, and …

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EP#173 | Sexual Inactivity Evidence 41:11

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Criminal Defence Lawyer Joseph Neuberger, and YouTube personality, legal researcher and host of the UnTrue Crime podcast Diana Davison, sit down and discuss the aftermath of their trials and the emerging and alarming changes to our legal system. A behind the scenes inside look into real courtroom drama. Website: http://www.NotOnRecordpodcast.com Si…

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Ep. 358: Are Parents (Finally) Ready to Fight Smartphones? 1:02:08

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Back in 2023, Cal gave a detailed deep dive that described the three phases of scientific understanding of smartphones, social media, and kids. In today’s episode, Cal argues that we’ve entered a fourth phase; one that will finally lead to (perhaps rapid) cultural changes about what we think is appropriate when it comes to these tools and kids. He …

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EP#172 | Will the Hockey Canada Case Lead to Legislative Changes? 37:57

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Criminal Defence Lawyer Joseph Neuberger, and YouTube personality, legal researcher and host of the UnTrue Crime podcast Diana Davison, sit down and discuss the aftermath of their trials and the emerging and alarming changes to our legal system. A behind the scenes inside look into real courtroom drama. Website: http://www.NotOnRecordpodcast.com Si…

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Ep. 357: What Worries the Internet’s Favorite Philosopher? 1:12:50

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Few philosophers in recent memory have enjoyed as much attention as Byung-Chul Han. His mix of profundity and pithiness in tackling some of the big issues of the modern technical environment has made him “the internet’s new favorite philosopher” (to quote The New Yorker). But is he saying that is making such an impact? In this episode, Cal seeks to…

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EP#171 | Police Interrogations That Violate Your Rights 1:05:30

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Sponsored by EasyDNShttps://easydns.com/NotOnRecordIn this in-depth episode, Joseph, Michael, and Diana tackle the critical legal concept of the *right to silence* in Canada, exploring its Charter protections under Sections 7 and 10(b), and contrasting it with the more precarious UK approach where silence can be held against the accused. The trio w…

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IN-DEPTH: The Art of Non-Conformity (w/ Chris Guillebeau) 1:07:41

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In this episode of IN-DEPTH, Cal is joined by Chris Guillebeau, the author of the new book, TIME ANXIETY, and creator of the beloved Art of Non-Conformity blog and World Domination Summit annual conferences. Cal and Chris reminisce about their old days as early advice bloggers and dive into his new ideas about re-thinking our relationship with time…

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Ep. 356: How Much Should We Work? 1:03:30

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The data shows knowledge workers really are more exhausted and more prone to burnout than ever before. But why? In this episode, Cal draws inspiration from an unlikely source to help unpack this troubling trend and then suggest a perhaps radical solution. He then answers listeners’ questions and discusses his latest New Yorker article on the challe…

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EP#170 | Weinstein: The #MeToo Retrial 44:32

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Sponsored by EasyDNShttps://easydns.com/NotOnRecordIn this episode, Joseph, Michael, and Diana break down the retrial of Harvey Weinstein, exploring the legal complexities, shifting public narratives, and broader implications for the justice system post-MeToo. The team examines why Weinstein’s original conviction was overturned, the evidentiary cha…

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Ep. 355: Quit Social Media (For Real This Time) 1:11:35

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A common complaint about social media skepticism is that we’re falling into a classic moral panic. We’ve been concerned about many past mass media technologies, and ultimately came to realize that they’re not so bad. So why would we expect anything different about social media? In this episode, Cal tackles this complaint, drawing on an unexpected a…

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EP#169 | It's Not Just 'He Said, She Said' 50:37

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In Episode 169 of Not On Record, criminal defence lawyer Joseph Neuberger and legal commentator Diana Davison examine the Saskatchewan provincial court case R. v. Larter, which led to a powerful acquittal and a striking judicial commentary on the complexity and rigidity of current sexual assault trial legislation. The accused, a male camp counselor…

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Ep. 354: The Workload Fairytale 1:14:24

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A few years ago, in a spirit of post-pandemic experimentation, multiple countries ran formal trials to test a radical idea: shortening the workweek. In this episode, Cal returns to the results of these trials to identify an astounding finding that has critical implications about how we work in the 21st century and how this could be made much better…

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EP#168 | P. Diddy or Didn't He? 30:38

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YouTube - https://youtu.be/1Z-GjPDDJ2I Criminal Defence Lawyer Joseph Neuberger, and YouTube personality, legal researcher and host of the UnTrue Crime podcast Diana Davison, sit down and discuss the aftermath of their trials and the emerging and alarming changes to our legal system. A behind the scenes inside look into real courtroom drama. Websit…

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EP61 | Is Religion Useful? 49:22

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Stephen R.C. Hicks explores whether religion is useful by shifting focus from whether it is true to why it persists despite debates over its truth. He presents tough questions for both believers and non-believers, challenging the origins of belief and the consequences of disbelief. Through historical and philosophical reflection—highlighting figure…

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Ep. 353: Summer Schedules 1:20:56

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Summer is here. It’s time to slow down. In this episode, Cal discusses his radically simplified summer schedule and then suggests you similarly inject some “seasonality” into your life, offering tips for finding a slower gear without tanking your job. He then answers listener questions and reacts to the most important AI article that you likely mis…

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EP#167 | Why You Shouldn't Put Your Character on Trial 29:23

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Sponsored by EasyDNShttps://easydns.com/NotOnRecordIn Episode 167 of Not On Record, Joseph, Michael, and Diana explore the limits of using good character evidence in sexual assault trials, explaining why testimony from friends or colleagues vouching for an accused’s moral reputation holds little to no weight in such cases. They clarify that good ch…

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Ep. 352: It’s Okay to Slow Down 1:09:36

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When we think about important accomplishments, we think about grinding through long hours of work. But is this really necessary? In this episode, Cal turns to the lives of two famous authors to argue that sometimes a slow and steady approach can work just as well in the end, while making the journey more sustainable along the way. He then answers l…