Best Profane Profound Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 84: Ozarks Religious Movements on the Margins: A Conversation with Dr. John Schmalzbauer 49:24

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Most Ozarkers are familiar with Gerald L.K. Smith, the founder of the Sacred Projects, e.g., The Great Passion Play and the Christ of the Ozarks, in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, but Dr. John Schmalzbauer, the Blanche Gorman Strong Chair in Protestant Studies at Missouri State University, takes us behind the veil to unpack Smith's more heterodox and to…

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Green Blooded Bastard - Forgive Us Our Trespasses 12:16

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The one where Green Blooded Bastard watches Forgive Us Our Trespasses. I'm depressed and this short film is slightly underwhelming. Here's a quick haiku that I wrote recently: coffee up her ass as Ben Affleck tea-bagged her, Gwyneth PaltrowBy Green Blooded Bastard

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Reprise. Soft Life: Every Day is an Opportunity to Pivot ft. Hey Fran Hey 1:22:37

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This week, Antoinette is joined by the breath of fresh air that is Hey Fran Hey. Together they discuss various topics including personal growth, finding balance, and of course, The Jerrod Carmichael Show. Fran shares her experience of living a calmer and more fulfilling life, while Antoinette talks about her journey of self-discovery and finding he…

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Gab about the Gabfest - Jane Caro and Cameron Murray 1:01:15

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The Sunday Shot - August 24 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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REPRISE Ep 417. "Michael Jordan is More Influential Than Harriet Tubman" 1:38:14

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In this episode, Antoinette is inspired by the NFL draft to create her own version: The Black Draft. We compete to select the strongest combinations of Blackness under the categories of "Blackest Movies, Albums, and Influential Figures of All Time to name a few. Who do you think won? Who did we miss? Join us... Contact Us: Hotline: (215) 948-2780 E…

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Episode 83: Thomas Hart Benton, Ozarks Artist and Renegade of Folk 43:35

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In this episode, the Chronicles celebrate the truly impressive Thomas Hart Benton, Missouri's most famous artist! Curtis and Hayden survey Benton's boyhood in the Ozarks; his education as a young man in Paris, Kansas City, and New York; and his success as a mature artist to create a picture of a true Renegade of Folk. Friend to both Vance Randolph …

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BONUS: What Is Pussy-Centered Living? Reclaiming Desire in Sexless Marriages | Jenny Braxton 1:03:19

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In this heart-opening, libido-reviving, shame-shedding convo, I sit down with Jenny Braxton, a somatic sex, love, and relationship coach and founder of Pussy-Centered Living. We cannonball straight into the deep end (no weather chit-chat here) to talk about sexless marriages, postpartum pain, desire dips, and the radical reclamation of our sensuali…

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REPRISE Ep 407. Wait, We Actually DO Want A 6ft, Big D, High-Value Man? 1:09:01

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In this episode, Shanti discovers Raising Caine's Chicken Fingers on a dark, cold night while Antoinette pays her condolences to Irv Gotti. We focus on our main topic after listening to very insightful listener voicemails about US farming and biracial coupling. Shanti poses the question: is modern mating in direct conflict with how we are biologica…

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Green Blooded Bastard - The Blue Drum 16:45

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The one where Green Blooded Bastard watches The Blue Drum. This film is a short joint that is fairly effetive for being only 16 minutes long.By Green Blooded Bastard

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House About It - Michael Pascoe and Chris Wallace 1:09:23

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Is our Housing Crisis a supply or distribution issue? We get into it with Purple Pingers, Chris Wallace and Michael Pascoe, plus reflect on Trump's failed bromance with Putin and the catastrophe that was his Alaska Summit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ep 455. Who Do I Want To Be? 1:07:13

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In this episode, inspired by psychotherapist Elliot Connie, we discuss what it means to live fulfilled, inspired lives by unpacking the weighted question: "What do you want?" Antoinette reveals a hidden desire she has been avoiding expressing, and together we explore the importance of authenticity, defining personal success, and overcoming perfecti…

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Episode 82: Dr. Jared Phillips Discusses the Pace of the Past and the Wave of the Future in the Ozarks 1:10:02

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Dr. Jared Phillips is a multi-generational Ozarker with an intense passion for the hills. He joins the Chronicles to discuss a wide range of topics: From the measured pace of farming with animals to the frenzy of current development, Jared is both a thoughtful custodian of past values, an honest critic of past prejudices, and a citizen concerned ab…

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Ep 454. Puppy Love, Texas Dems On The Run, Dildo Disruptions, & Aliens 1:53:16

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In this week's episode, Shanti sees The Clipse while Antoinette experiences new puppy love. For politics, we discuss Texas Republicans' attempt at drawing a new congressional map and the shutdown of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. For pop culture, we share our excitement for Tracie Ellis Ross' new travel show, the end of the BET awards, an…

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Green Blooded Bastard - Freaky Friday (2003) 1:31:44

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The one where Green Blooded Bastard watches Freaky Friday (2003). This movie did the old switcheroo and hilarity ensues.By Green Blooded Bastard

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Dead Centre - Amy Remekis and Scott Burchill 1:04:50

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Drawing on Richard Denniss's new essay, "Dead Centre: How Political Pragmatism is Killing Us", we discuss the political impact of centrism's leaden hand. Spoiler alert: it's not good. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ep 453. An Around The Way Curl Kiki 1:05:21

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In this episode, we invite you to a free-flowing Around The Way Kiki. We talk about rewatching Sex and the City, health scares, food and recipes, Superman, and the state of small Black businesses. Join us... Contact Us: Hotline: (215) 948-2780 Email: [email protected] Patreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus…

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Episode 81: Mike Mills and the Buffalo River 1:00:05

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Mike Mills sits down with the Chronicles to talk about canoeing the Buffalo, wearing your life jacket, and sticking with your dreams. From his childhood to his days in college to his first rental business with aluminum canoes, Mike shares his love for the Arkansas Ozarks and some of his favorite river stories, too! Don't miss this episode with Ozar…

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BONUS: Filthy Little Secrets x Sex, Drugs, & Soul Collab 1:07:48

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Before the next season kicks off, we are mixing it up! In this bonus episode, I chat with Marvin of Filthy Little Secrets! Filthy Little Secrets is a podcast where real, everyday women get real about sex to shatter stigma and trample taboo—one candid conversation at a time. This conversation feels like church, confession, and a late-night skinny di…

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Ep 452. The ‘State’ of Palestine + Sydney Sweeney is American’s Eagle 1:42:12

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For this episode, Shanti has aches and pains while Antoinette prepares for a family trip. For politics, we discuss Trump making matters worse for himself with Epstein and the growing global support for the recognition of Palestine as a state. For pop culture, we react to the many surprises revealed when Deion Sanders announced his current health ch…

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Green Blooded Bastard - Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League 1:27:13

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The one where Green Blooded Bastard watches Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League. This movie did ninja and yakuza shit shit too, I guess! hahaBy Green Blooded Bastard

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Wild Waves and How to Surf Them - Lizzie O'Shea and Cam Wilson. 1:03:18

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We get deep into the looming social media ban for Under 16s plus discuss the best way to surf the internet's wildest waves. Cam and Ariel's new book:https://ultimopress.com.au/products/conspiracy-nation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ep 451. Navigating Career Pivots & Salary Negotiations ft. Mandi Money 1:24:48

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In this episode, we are joined by Mandi Money of Brown Ambition. She generously shares her journey from journalism to becoming a career coach and personal finance expert. She discusses the importance of financial independence, investing, and building a strong professional network. Together, we unpack the emotional aspects of financial transformatio…

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Episode 80: Didja Hear the One about the Yale Grad Student Who Came to the Ozarks? A Conversation with Christian Badach 1:11:34

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Christian Badach, a graduate student in photography at Yale University, has made the rural northwest a subject of his photography for some time now. After researching the Ozarks, he felt drawn to come here to expand his vision of rural America, focusing in particular on the intersection of landscape and culture. With an open mind and heart, Christi…

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84. 4 Types of Sex, Inner Union, & Power of Transformational Pleasure | Tantra Talk with Juan Es Alzate 1:04:40

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In this powerful episode of Sex, Drugs, & Soul, we go all in on transformational sex, shamanic intimacy, and sacred union with luminous healer and modern shaman Juan Es Alzate. We explore: 💋 The 4 types of sex: procreative, recreational, restorative, & transformational 🌀 What makes sex “shamanic” and how intention, breath, and energy change everyth…

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Green Blooded Bastard - Batman Ninja 1:24:05

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The one where Green Blooded Bastard watches Batman Ninja. This movie did ninja shit I guess! hahaBy Green Blooded Bastard

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Ep 450. Trump Distracts, Laverne Cox Loves MAGA? + Malcolm Jamal Warner 1:25:07

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In this episode, Shanti prepares for a birthday while Antoinette prepares for a family trip. Together, we discuss Trump's recent attempts of distractions from the Epstein files, and AOC's vote against withdrawing money from Israel's defense budget. For pop culture, we unpack Laverne Cox admitting she had a Maga ex, and the untimely death of Malcolm…

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Educate thyself - Ben Eltham and Cheryl Kernot 1:08:15

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Starvation in Gaza, Climate success at the ICJ and Australian parliament returns. We discuss a busy week in politics before examining the dire state of the University sector. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ep 449. Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden from Us ft Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs 1:17:22

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This week Shanti and Antoinette are joined by the incredible Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs. Together, we discuss her new book Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden from Us. She explores the historical context of patriarchy in the U.S., its implications on gender equality, and the intersection of religion and societal norms. Dr. Tubbs emphasizes the …

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Episode 79: In Part Two of Our Conversation, Jason Harmon Asks, Was Ralph Baker a Lawman, an Outlaw, or Both? 1:00:00

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When journalist and author Jason Harmon began digging into the alleged crimes of Sheriff Ralph Baker four years after the lawman's death, his research led Harmon to "marijuana moonshiner" Dave McElyea. In Harmon and McElyea's book When Money Grew on Trees, McElyea describes Baker in great detail as a law officer on the take. Other, more powerful me…

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Bonus Ep: Big Beautiful Bill Breakdown: The Good, Bad & the Ugly 1:02:55

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In this episode, Antoinette provides a comprehensive analysis of the recently passed Big Beautiful Bill, discussing its implications on various sectors, including healthcare, food assistance, education, immigration, and the environment. She highlights the disparities in how the bill affects different socioeconomic groups, emphasizing the negative i…

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83. How to Find Balance, Heal, & Trust Your Intuition | Josh Brinkman on Happiness & Self-Growth 1:12:15

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What happens when you mix East Texas charm, soulful wisdom, and a baddie on a mission to stay balanced in a chaotic world? You get this heart-opening convo with Josh Brinkman. We explore it all from healing and happiness to the woo-woo wonder of soul contracts and full moon energy spikes. In this episode, we talk… ✦ What balance really looks like i…

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Ep 448. Epstein, Cheating CEOs, Clipse… ‘Cher’ it on AE 1:48:51

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In this episode, Shanti misses Bad Bunny while Antoinette is renewed through her colonic series. For politics, we discuss MAGA supporters' discontent regarding Donald Trump's failure to release the Epstein files, and the impact of AI on content creators, particularly for black creatives. For pop culture, we discuss the newly released Clipse album a…

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Green Blooded Bastard - Wing Commander: Countdown To Invasion 1:07:35

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The one where Green Blooded Bastard watches Wing Commander: Countdown To Invasion. So Freddie Prinze, Jr. gets off easy in this fan edit, but he's still a half breed asshole that can't act for shit, but somehow he's still a pilot in this damn movie. Saffron Burrows is still sexy and Matthew Lillard is even more subdued in this cut.…

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Isabelle Reinecke and Royce Kurmelovs 1:05:26

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We discuss the implications of the Australian Climate Case, the Government's galling arguments and what comes next for the Torres Strait (apart from lots more devastating salt water). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ep 447. Why Is The Narrative That Motherhood Is A Noose? 57:57

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In this episode, we discuss the duality of motherhood as both a gift and a burden, and the societal expectations placed on women regarding their roles as mothers and professionals. We discuss the challenges of balancing personal identity, career aspirations, and the realities of motherhood, while also addressing the myth of 'having it all' in a cap…

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Episode 78: Part One: Jason Harmon's Wild Ride with Marijuana Moonshiner, Dave McElyea 1:08:24

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Author, journalist, and historian Jason Harmon wrote When Money Grew On Trees in collaboration with David McElyea, a Michigan transplant to the Ozarks in 1980 whose goal was to create a marijuana farm. After he was busted by local enforcement, Dave formed a relationship with the local sheriff, and together they colluded in a venture that would make…

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82. The Future of Addiction Medicine: Psychedelics, AI, and Rewriting Your Story | Dr. Jason Giles 58:00

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“When courage overcomes habit, your story begins to change.” In this episode, I chat with Dr. Jason Giles—addiction medicine specialist, author, speaker, and a man who has walked both sides of the story. Once a high-achieving anesthesiologist addicted to fentanyl, Dr. Giles opens up about the addiction, the rock-bottom moment that changed everythin…