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An exiled Northern Irish anthropologist and a hitchhiking Australian psychologist take a close look at the contemporary crop of 'secular gurus', iconoclasts, and other exiles from the mainstream, offering their own brands of unique takes and special insights. Leveraging two of the most diverse accents in modern podcasting, Chris and Matt dig deep into the claims, peek behind the psychological curtains, and try to figure out once and for all... What's it all About? Join us, as we try to puzzl ...
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Popular Front is a grassroots media organisation that focuses solely on war and conflict. We go deeper than mainstream news in a way that makes important war coverage accessible for everyone. The podcast focuses on the niche details of modern warfare and under-reported conflict. See more at www.popularfront.co
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Steven Chia and Otelli Edwards unpack Singapore news. Listen in as they take a deep dive into hot button issues that matter so that you are always in the know.
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Drowning in news? Let The Story guide you. Each morning, hosts Manveen Rana and Luke Jones bring you today's most important story, told by the journalists who know what really happened. In depth, honest, and mixed in with exclusive reports and groundbreaking investigations. Discover the story behind the story with the flagship podcast from The Times and The Sunday Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Everywhere you look these days terrorism and violent extremism dominate the headlines. Whether you follow what is happening in Afghanistan or Iraq, or in the West writ large, we are inundated with news of attacks by groups and individuals fighting for a 'cause'.In a world of multiple voices and opinions it can be very hard to know where to turn. One choice is to look to those who actually worked in counterterrorism in the national security world. In these half-hour podcasts 30-year Canadian ...
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I am a transgender woman, an Educational Psychologist, and a scientist published many times over in the field of gender diversity thanks almost entirely to some truly outstanding trainees and colleagues. On Classroom Psychology we take the questions asked by public figures, even those posed as confident declarations, and we look to the scientific literature to find answers. Join me, and together we'll create a society where everyone can find a place to belong.
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Have you ever wondered "What is a Viking?", "Were Vikings tattooed?" or "Did they ever REALLY use the Blood Eagle? If so, then this is the right podcast for YOU. In this podcast, follow along Daniel Farrand's (Owner of Horns of Odin) journey as he tries to make sense of the complex history of the Viking Age and Nordic Mythology, through easy to digest, funny, natural (and often very honest) conversations. Daniel is joined by Co-Host (and in house archaeologist) Margrethe Havgar, as the pair ...
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Weekly podcast of current affairs in New Zealand by Dr Muriel Newman, founding director of the New Zealand Centre for Political Research.
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Rafael Behr examines how our minds respond to politics and how politicians mess with our minds. In each episode an expert from the world of politics, psychology, history or philosophy joins Raf on our 'couch' to discuss what's driving our political thought and behaviour. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A weekly podcast offering a 360-degree view of Muslim life in Britain and Europe. Hyphenated explores the issues important to Muslims — politics, culture, lifestyle, opinion and more. Host Reya El-Salahi speaks to Hyphen journalists, experts and the thought leaders shaping the cultural and political landscape today.
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A podcast hosted by Benedict Nicholson to discuss politics, religion, news, and current events.
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Stories of people breaking free from hate and extremism. Focussing on interfaith experiences and dialogue, with Atif Rashid and Sabah Ahmedi. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Reach out to us if you have a story to share.
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Wham Bam It's Dr Pam - Sex and Relationship Podcast
Wham Bam It's Dr Pam - Sex and Relationship Podcast
Wham Bam It's Dr Pam, a sex and relationship podcast hosted by Dr Pam Spurr that gets up close and VERY personal with celebrities and asks the strange and unusual questions you want to be answered about SEX.
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The INDEED Evaluation Podcast interviews leading practitioners, experts, policy makers, researchers and evaluators working in the fields of evidence-based evaluation, policy and practice in preventing and countering violent extremism and de-radicalisation. The podcast of the INDEED Project – www.indeedproject.eu – the podcast is made possible due to the generous funding of the European Commission. The INDEED Projects has received funding by the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and inno ...
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Welcome to You Get Me? with Elif & Charlotte, a podcast containing feminist readings, reflections and anecdotes from two young women toeing the threshold of adulthood and trying to figure it out along the way! Having grown up with this podcast since the age of fifteen, Elif and Charlotte explore the development of opinions and critical thought on a number of societal and cultural issues and phenomena, linking all their comments to authentic, lived experiences. They cannot wait for you to lis ...
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On 23 February, Germany will hold an election—but the country seems to have turned inwards. Relations with France and Poland, its two essential partners, have deteriorated; where the country previously provided the European project with leadership at crucial moments, it now drags its feet. As a result, Jeremy Cliffe and Jana Puglierin are “Searching for Deutschland”. This new podcast from the European Council on Foreign Relations sees the think-tank's Berlin-based editorial director and Berl ...
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Tomorrow, the Greens announce their new leader, and one contender has been borrowing from the Farage playbook in his campaign. Meanwhile, Jeremy Corbyn's new populist party is getting hundreds of thousands of sign-ups since its launch. Are the days of gradualism - and our two-party system dominance - over? This podcast was brought to you thanks to …
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AI and terrorism: What safeguards should be in place to stop self-radicalised youths?
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24:58A recent Internal Security Department report warns of an increasing risk in extremist ideologies in Singapore, with AI now as a powerful enabler. How is AI changing the radicalisation process and what can be done to combat this? Steven Chia sits down with Kenneth Yeo from the S Rajaratnam School of International Studies and Associate Professor Razw…
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Episode 47: Gender Critical Radicalisation
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54:22'It's a fetish, Janet!' What are gender critical beliefs and how have they become so mainstream? We take a look at how framing trans exclusion as the protection of women influences public opinion. And we laugh at just how radical some of these beliefs have become. It's Classroom Psychology!!! References: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1x4m8fTy9…
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World leaders have gathered in China ahead of tomorrow’s military parade to mark the end of the Second World War. Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin and Narenda Modi were among the 20 other leaders welcomed to what's been dubbed the 'anti-NATO' summit to discuss global security and economic matters ahead of the event. What can we learn from the relationshi…
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This is a new Popular Front original series called Big Terror. It's focused on detailing how governments all over the world are using the threat of terrorism to take away people's rights and destroy our freedoms in ways never seen before. With investigative journalist Ali Winston—my partner on this project—we'll be looking into everything from mili…
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Inside Haiti: face to face with the gangs ruling a desperate nation - the Sunday Story
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26:03The Caribbean nation of Haiti is now at the mercy of gangs bent on kidnap, rape and murder. Louise Callaghan meets their victims — and confronts a warlord. Written and read by: Louise Callaghan, US correspondent, The Sunday Times. Producer: Edith Rousselot. Photo: Giles Clarke/ Getty Images. Get in touch: [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See…
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The Queen was a Remainer: her secret views on Brexit revealed - the Saturday Story
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28:11In his new book, Power and the Palace, the former Times royal correspondent Valentine Low uncovers the secretive relationship between the monarchy and government. Speaking to Palace aides, politicians and civil servants, he reveals the private side of Queen Elizabeth II. © Valentine Low 2025 Extracted from “Power and the Palace” by Valentine Low, t…
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Supplementary Material 36: Comedy Cults, Toxic Mould, and WW2 Revisionism
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45:37We risk contamination with toxic mould, endure distressing initiation rituals to a comedy cult, and ponder if the narratives we have received about the Nazis have enough nuance. The full episode is available to Patreon subscribers (2 hours, 21 minutes). Join us at: https://www.patreon.com/DecodingTheGurus Supplementary Material 36 00:00 Introductio…
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What Taylor Swift's engagement means for her music and her brand
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31:09This week, Taylor Swift announced her engagement to boyfriend of two years, NFL tight end Travis Kelce. So what can we expect at America's version of a royal wedding? Will there be hints or Easter eggs about it in her new album? And what could a stable love life mean for an artist who’s built a career on heartbreak? This podcast was brought to you …
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Ep 278 - Mythbusting with Richard Wakeman
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1:42:14In this week's episode, Dan and Mags team up with Richard Wakeman to combine their knowledge to determine what is fact and what is fiction in Viking history and archaeology. ------------------------------------------------ Follow Richard on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richardkwakeman Also check out his tattoo studio's Instagram: https://ww…
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Why Trump's attack on the Fed affects us all
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37:50President Trump announced on Truth Social this week that he had fired Federal Reserve board member Lisa Cook. While most people had no idea who she was, her sacking could have a massive impact. The move is seen as part of the continued politicisation of the Fed, the US’s independent central bank and some economists fear it could be the start of a j…
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Hard borders, harder politics: Europe's migration crisis
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25:18Yesterday Nigel Farage unveiled Reform UK’s plans to tackle the issue of small boats and illegal migration. It's a problem that's driven European politics for almost a decade, we look to the continent for lessons they've learned on how it could be solved. This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday T…
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Ukraine needs to become an 'indigestible porcupine'
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30:09With the prospect of peace in Ukraine looking increasingly clouded following Donald Trump's attempts at inter-continental deal-making, the former head of the UK military, General Sir Nick Carter, tells Tom Newton Dunn that the US president doesn't understand his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin. Can Europe's leaders achieve some kind of security…
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This was originally a Patreon only bonus epsiode, but we decided to put it out there for free for everyone as this inforanmtion is vital right now. We speak to journalist Talah Kaddourah about how the war in Gaza has been extended into the West Bank, where many people are still being killed. Please support our work, we are fully independent: https:…
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How to parent when screens are everywhere?
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31:20In his National Day Rally speech, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong called on parents to be more mindful about their children's screen use and online behaviour. But with no clear playbook for parents on how to raise kids to thrive in an age of AI, how can the government and society step in to help? Steven Chia speaks with Minister for Digital Developmen…
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Meet the man selling ‘doom’ to Zuckerberg and the Tate brothers - the Long Weekend Story
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9:09Ron Hubbard is the biggest builder of underground bunkers, giving security to wealthy buyers who fear the world is coming to an end. And business is booming This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory Written by: Bevan Hurley. Read by: Edward Drumm…
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The prison chief linked to organised crime - the Sunday Story
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38:35Bobby Cunningham was 31 when he became Head of Security at Wandsworth Prison, Britain’s most notorious jail, where he was tasked with fighting corruption. The Sunday Times's Whitehall editor Gabriel Pogrund reveals his dealings with organised crime. This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. …
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Inside the Church of England's 'sex cult' - the Saturday Story
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33:39Chris Brain, the leader of a Church of England ‘sex cult’ known s the Nine O'Clock Service, has been found guilty of 17 charges of indecent assault, three decades after its collapse. Why did the Church fail to learn lessons from the scandal? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscrib…
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The Brit standing up to China: can Starmer save Jimmy Lai?
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29:30Pro-democracy campaigner, media mogul and British citizen Jimmy Lai has been imprisoned in China for five years and on trial for two. As the closing statements are made, what will happen to one of China’s most prominent critics? And can the UK government - or Donald Trump - step in to free him? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support …
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What does BlueSG’s pause mean for car-sharing in Singapore?
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25:20BlueSG’s abrupt decision to suspend its car-sharing service has surprised both customers and industry experts. What does this mean for Singapore’s car-lite ambitions? Steven Chia and Otelli Edwards speak with GetGo co-founder Toh Ting Feng and Dr Samuel Chng from the Singapore University of Technology and Design. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri…
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Ep 277 - Return Of The Picts with Hamish Lamley
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1:17:13In this week's episode, Dan and Mags catch up with Hamish Lamley as we revisit the topics of the Picts and how their culture evolved to become part of Scotland's cultural heritage. ------------------------------------------------ Check out Hamish work on his website: https://www.pictavialeather.co.uk/ Also follow Hamish on Instagram: https://www.in…
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'There's an AI bubble' - but what happens when it bursts?
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24:59Nvidia's the first company to be worth more than $4trilllion, developers are being offered salaries in the billions, and companies that don’t even have a product are securing investments beyond their wildest dreams. Yet there were reports this week that Meta could downsize its AI division. Our resident silicon valley watcher says there's an AI bubb…
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The Enduring Influence of Hipster Nazism // PREVIEW
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7:22Listen in full only at https://www.patreon.com/popularfrontBy Jake Hanrahan
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SPECIAL INVESTIGATION: Tommy Robinson's far-right coaching
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33:10The Times can reveal the English Defence League founder is charging around £28 a minute for videos giving practical advice to supporters on migrant hotel protests and anti-Islam activism. The private consultations raise concerns about the potential for radicalisation at a time of heightened tensions surrounding immigration issues. This podcast was …
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Supplementary Material 35: Cult Leaders, Gurus, and Evil Economists
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29:43We face a disciplinary crisis as the twin pillars of Game Theory and Gurometry are called into question. The full episode is available to Patreon subscribers (1 hour, 35 minutes). Join us at: https://www.patreon.com/DecodingTheGurus Supplementary Material 35 00:05 Introduction 01:52 Matt's Apology 06:55 Just Life... 12:34 Matt's Foodie Corner 14:01…
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Zelensky landed in Washington DC, accompanied by European leaders, to try and stem the fallout from the Alaska summit between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. Will Ukraine be forced to cede territory to secure peace? And how is that going down in Kyiv? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Time…
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Naval Ravikant: Predictable Polemics and Empty Aphorisms
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3:08:40In this watery simulation of an episode, Matt and Chris uncover the true purpose of Scott Adams’ existence: not to shape reality, but to provide training data for future AIs working on plumbing-related problems. Somewhere in a cosmic server farm, Scott is endlessly confronted with blocked drains, dripping faucets, and municipal water conspiracies, …
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As the Oasis reunion supernova leaves the UK to conquer the rest of the world, the success is beyond anyone's dreams -- including Oasis. How did this happen? Will Hodgkinson tells us about his many chats with the Gallagher brothers over the years, and his theories on how they finally reunited -- and what happened with the dynamic pricing debacle. T…
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Meet the British teenager who’s taking on the porn industry - the Sunday Story
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11:23Alex Slater and his US partner created Quittr, which helps men resist sexually explicit material. It’s making them millions. This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory Written and read by: Damian Whitworth. Producer: Taryn Siegel. Read more: Bonni…
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For this week's Times podcast we thought you might enjoy hearing from a regular guest on the Story; Tom Whipple. In his new podcast, Tom explores the stories behind great scientific discoveries. We've brought two of them together, one of electric current and a second on the capacity of muscles for a helping of double science. If you'd like to hear …
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