Best Recluse Podcasts (2025)

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#469 Dominican New York: A History In The Heights 1:22:21

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Dominicans comprise the largest immigration group in modern New York City, and Dominican culture has become embedded in the city's rich fabric of immigrant history. And in one place in particular -- Washington Heights. This historic neighborhood of Upper Manhattan is named for George Washington, who led the Continental Army in an early, pivotal bat…

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247. The Words That Sabotage Your Success: Why High-Achievers Struggle Socially 18:03

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What if the voice in your head is the real reason you walked out of that board meeting feeling like a fraud, even after delivering exceptional results? In this episode, we dive deep into the cognitive psychology research that proves your internal language directly creates your social anxiety, imposter syndrome, and fear of saying the wrong thing. Y…

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-E83_Love Thyself 2:53:09

9d ago2:53:09

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The Shadow Seekers finish their escapades with the demon queen.

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Stag Beetle, Powder Post Beetle & Brant Whittington 35:27

12d ago35:27

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This week Chris and Kolby discuss two very different beetles. On the "Insect Profile" segment it's all about the stag beetle. Known for it's fighting, there are countries in Asia that fight them for sports gambling, and in Japan they're even kept as pets! Tune in for more wild stag beetle facts! In the "Control Corner" segment they discuss the wood…

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19th Century NoHo: Glamour, Greed, Money, and Murder 1:05:03

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Today's New York neighborhood called NoHo, wedged between Greenwich Village and the East Village, holds the stories of many people and places that then went on to become deeply associated with the great Gilded Age. The Astor family began their dynasty here in both investment and real estate as did the well-known Dutch-American merchant family the S…

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246. Why Career Success Doesn’t Translate at the Cocktail Hour 13:33

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On paper, you look like the total package — successful, capable, and impressive. But the moment you walk into a networking event or business reception, your chest tightens and your mind races. You know you belong there, yet you feel awkward and ill at ease. In this episode, I unpack two powerful cognitive biases: the Halo Effect and Confirmation Bi…

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E90 - The Magistrate 2:29:43

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The Rum Rollers split, with a couple going to save Adüné and the rest deciding to flush themselves to get out of their imprisonment.

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245. The Image Problem You Don't Know You Have (And Why That's Costing You Everything) 13:13

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What are your coworkers really saying about you when you're not around? While you're busy being excellent at your job, other people are forming opinions about your competence and sharing them with everyone who will listen. In this episode, we're diving into how to take control of your professional image instead of letting office gossip write your c…

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The Boy Mayor of New York 49:15

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As New York City enters the final stages of a rather strange mayoral election in 2025, let’s look back on a decidedly more unusual contest over 110 years ago, pitting Tammany Hall and their estranged ally (Mayor William Jay Gaynor) up against a baby-faced newcomer, the (second) youngest man ever to become the mayor of New York City. John Purroy Mit…

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-E82_Lustful Encounter 2:58:32

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The succubi and their queen, Demon Queen Mal, stand before the Shadow Seekers in a fleshy chamber that throbs to the double base petal of violence. Will they prevail?

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Fireflies, Fruit Flies & Eli Goodwin 39:59

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On this episode, Chris and Kolby begin with an "Insect Profile" on fireflies. Are they really going extinct, or is the media reporting out misleading information? On the "Control Corner" segment they discuss the pesky fruit fly and the best ways to control them. For "Tech Talk", they surprise Eli Goodwin as he nears the completion of his first full…

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Episode 49- The Big A.I. 53:25

26d ago53:25

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We discus a hot button topic. #ttrpg #podcast #rpg

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#468 Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue": A Jazz-Age Drama 1:06:27

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On January 3, 1924, 25-year-old George Gershwin was shooting pool in a Manhattan billiard hall when his brother Ira Gershwin read aloud a shocking newspaper article: "George Gershwin is at work on a jazz concerto." There was just one problem—George had never agreed to write any such piece. What happened next would change American music forever. In …

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E89 - Flushed Away 2:39:02

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Kiro challenges the CEO of the Professional Necromancy Cult and the Rum Rollers plus the whole of the newly flying ship Adüné is swallowed by a giant skull, only to appear in prison without their trusty ship and companion...

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243. The Game-Changing Moments That Define Your Professional Presence (And How to Master Them) 22:11

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What if your entire career trajectory could change based on how you show up in just seven specific moments at work? In this episode, we're breaking down the crucial situations where your professional presence either fast-tracks your success or keeps you stuck, and more importantly, how to master every single one of them. The Professional Presence R…

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History Daily: Pirate Tales! 32:49

1M ago32:49

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We love the podcast History Daily, a co-production from award winning podcasters Airship and Noiser, so we're presenting two episodes with a very similar theme -- pirates! -- July 6, 1699. The arrest of Captain William Kidd ends the reign of plunder of one of history's most infamous pirates and sparks rumors of buried treasure -- November 16th, 172…

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BurgerCon Live!! 1:14:11

1M ago1:14:11

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Once upon a time in Chicago... Gloria - Siouxsie Suarez Caspar - Joe Fisher Ava - Finlay Stevenson Zebulon Mucklewain - Neal Starbird Effie Mucklewain - Julie Cowden-Starbird Leif - Tom Moorman And many special guests!! Written and Directed by Joe Fisher Produced by Joe Fisher and Finlay Stevenson Sound recording and engineering by John Szymanski R…

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-E81: Demon Queen 2:33:44

1M ago2:33:44

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The Shadow Seekers prepare for their grand escape from Hell... by very unsavory means.

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Arizona Bark Scorpion, Varied Carpet Beetle & Ben Carpenter 32:36

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On this episode of the Redd Man Podcast, Chris and Kolby begin with a conversation about the Arizona Bark Scorpion. During this segment they also discuss a news clip from Las Vegas regarding a family that was being terrorized by them. On the "Control Corner" segment they discuss a very common foe for pest operators everywhere...the varied carpet be…

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#467 The Brooklyn Theatre Fire: The Forgotten Gilded Age Tragedy 48:53

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On the evening of December 5, 1876, the glorious Brooklyn Theatre caught fire, trapping its audience in a nightmare of flame and smoke. The theater sat near Brooklyn City Hall (today's Brooklyn Borough Hall), and the blaze which destroyed it could be seen as far away as Prospect Park. The terrible truth emerged by the morning -- almost 300 people d…

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242. When Social Anxiety Gets You Labeled as “Difficult” at Work 12:52

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Are your coworkers misreading you? If you’ve ever been labeled “difficult,” “standoffish,” or “arrogant” when you’re actually anxious or nervous, you’re not alone. Many high-achieving professionals with social anxiety unintentionally send signals that others interpret the wrong way—hurting their reputation, relationships, and career opportunities. …

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Elaine Is Reading Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde > Chapter 8 - Part 2 32:58

1M ago32:58

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The Last Night As far as I'm concerned, Chapter 8 is the absolute best chapter in the entire book. This is where the story pretty much comes to a very abrupt end and yet it's also where everything I love about the book finally comes front and center; Poole and Utterson. Want To Watch The Video Instead? Elaine Is Reading Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde > Chap…

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241. The Mirror Test: How Self-Aware Are You? 18:59

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How shocked were you by your last performance review? If the feedback felt like it came out of nowhere, you might have some self-awareness blind spots that are silently sabotaging your career progress. What I'm Covering: The shocking truth that only 10-15% of people are actually self-aware (despite 95% thinking they are) Why your analytical superpo…

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E88 - Straight to Jail 3:06:58

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The Wizard formerly known as Matt is now a drift in the Infinite Sea and Grandam is sent to prison. The PNC holds the key. Will Grandam escape?

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episode 48- Pool Men 49:45

2M ago49:45

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We discuss Pool systems in RPGs. #ttrpg #podcast #rpg

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Midnight Burger Returns in the Fall!! Check Out Our New Trailer! 1:25

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Midnight Burger returns on September 14th for subscribers and October 14th for everybody!! See you then! For more information on our show, visit our website: https://www.weopenatsix.com Subscribe for early access, ad free episodes, additional content and more! Subscribe on Patreon (The one with the bells and whistles): https://www.patreon.com/midni…

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#466 Pete's Tavern and McSorley's Old Ale House 1:23:56

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The ultimate bar crawl of Old New York continues through a survey of classic bars and taverns that trace their origins from the 1850s through the 1880s. And this time we're recording within two of America's most famous establishments, joined by the people who know that history the best. In Part One, we introduced you to the origin story of New York…

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Elaine Is Reading Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde > Chapter 8 - Part 1 1:00:40

2M ago1:00:40

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The Last Night As far as I'm concerned, Chapter 8 is the absolute best chapter in the entire book. This is where the story pretty much comes to a very abrupt end and yet it's also where everything I love about the book finally comes front and center; Poole and Utterson. It is a shame that the two people who have the most interesting perspectives in…

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Ishamael's Infinte Tower - Attempt 6 1:52:04

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Aganon & Kalimba take a run at Ishamael's Tower.

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Omega Station Part 3 of 3 38:41

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During our hiatus please enjoy the very first thing we ever did together: Omega Station! When a deadly virus cripples the Earth, the crews of Earth's various space stations must work together to try and survive. Cast: Lars - Joe Fisher Jill - Finlay Stevenson Ruby - Julie Cowden-Starbird Tzvi - Neal Starbird Henry - Tom Moorman Amanda - Suiouxsie S…

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240. The Manners You Mock Are Making Your Competition Rich 23:33

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While others dismiss professional etiquette as old-fashioned, you can use these skills as a competitive advantage. The person who knows how to use both their fork AND their MBA will always win over someone who only knows one. Note: This episode focuses specifically on North American business customs and expectations. ** Don’t even know where to beg…

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Goliath Bird Eater, Brown Recluse & Nathan Brown 34:54

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This week's episode is all about arachnids! Chris and Kolby begin with a discussion regarding the heaviest spider in the world: The Goliath Bird Eater...a spider that is literally the size of a newborn puppy! After a brief talk about eating fried tarantula (yes, you heard that right), they shift to the "Control Corner" segment where it's all about …

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#465 The Oldest Bars in New York City 1:20:03

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We’ve put together the ultimate New York City historic bar crawl, a celebration of the city’s old taverns, pubs, and ale houses with 18th- and 19th-century connections. And along the way, you’ll learn so much about the city’s overall history — from its changing shoreline to the everyday lives of its working-class immigrant populations. Being an old…

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Divgorod - Reclusion - Episode 5 3:09:02

2M ago3:09:02

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Ending the Scoob Don't & Gang side shot with a BANG!

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Episode 47- Between Points and Classes 48:25

2M ago48:25

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We discuss class systems and point based character creation systems. #ttrpg #podcast #rpg

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#464 New York: The City of Oysters 1:24:27

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Once upon a time New York City oysters were not only plentiful and healthy in the harbor, they were an everyday, common food source. The original fast food! For that reason, the oyster could be an official New York City mascot. Oyster farming was a major occupation. Oyster houses were an incredibly common place for people to eat. The greatest resta…

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Omega Station Part 2 of 3 41:03

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During our hiatus please enjoy the very first thing we ever did together: Omega Station! When a deadly virus cripples the Earth, the crews of Earth's various space stations must work together to try and survive. Cast: Lars - Joe Fisher Jill - Finlay Stevenson Ruby - Julie Cowden-Starbird Tzvi - Neal Starbird Written and Directed by Joe Fisher Produ…

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Divgorod - Reclusion - Episode 4 2:58:46

2M ago2:58:46

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The gang finds James Ebraham's nephew and take a treacherous journey up the river to Divgorod Keep.

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239. Your Reputation: The Career Asset You Can't Afford to Ignore 22:08

2M ago22:08

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What if there's one asset more valuable than your education, more powerful than your network, and more influential than your job title—but you're managing it by accident instead of by design? Your reputation capital is working for you or against you 24/7, and it's time to take control. What I'm Sharing With You: Why your reputation is a tangible as…

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Carolina Mantis, Yellow Jackets & Charles Henderson 33:49

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On this episode, Chris and Kolby discuss topics related to the Carolina Mantis and Yellow Jackets...including an appearance by a mantis on a recent episode of The Tonight Show as well as a scary news story out of Atlanta concerning a toddler that was attacked by a swarm of yellow jackets. On the "Tech Talk" segment we reach out to veteran pest cont…

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#463 Gilded Age Golden Girls (Live At City Winery) 1:27:10

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A special presentation of our live show Bowery Boys History Live, recorded at City Winery, July 2, 2025 Bowery Boys History Live is a storytelling cabaret of all-true tales and spellbinding secrets from the past, hosted by Greg Young of the Bowery Boys Podcast and brought to you by a rotating roster of the city’s greatest historians. And for this s…

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Divgorod - Reclusion - Episode 3 2:37:46

2M ago2:37:46

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Scoob with a Doob and Divgorod with a war brewing. What could happen?

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Episode 46- Maps & Mini's Vs Theater of the Mind 1:04:44

3M ago1:04:44

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Settling another Great debate! #ttrpg #podcast #rpg

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Spirits Podcast: Urban Legends with Greg Young 54:03

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Ready for a little summertime spookfest? This week we're thrilled to present to you a podcast appearance Greg made back in April on the Spirits Podcast. Hosted by Amanda McLoughlin and Julia Schifini, the Spirits Podcast is a weekly conversational show about all things ghosts, mythology, folklore and urban legends. If you like fun spooky things, ad…

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238. You Dont Have To Be the Loudest To Lead 17:03

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Tired of feeling like you need to be someone else to succeed professionally? This episode is for everyone who's ever said "I'm just not really a people person," or felt awkward at office parties while watching more outgoing colleagues get ahead. What I'm Covering: Why the things you think are holding you back (like thinking before you speak) are ac…

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Elaine Is Reading Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde > Chapters 6 and 7 - Part 2 52:42

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The Incident Of Dr Lanyon and The Incident At The Window As I mentioned in the previous video … One of the primary issues I have with adaptations of Jekyll and Hyde is that they leave out so much of what makes this story interesting and some of the best aspects of that include the relationship between Utterson, Lanyon, and Jekyll and how that deep …

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Omega Station Part 1 38:47

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During our hiatus please enjoy the very first thing we ever did together: Omega Station! When a deadly virus cripples the Earth, the crews of Earth's various space stations must work together to try and survive. Cast: Lars - Joe Fisher Jill - Finlay Stevenson Written and Directed by Joe Fisher Produced by Joe Fisher and Finlay Stevenson Music by Fr…

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Divgorod - Reclusion - Episode 2 2:30:05

3M ago2:30:05

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What happens when your party member wasn't there for the last session?

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237. The Belief Shift: How to Rewire Your Brain for Social Success 19:22

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What if the only thing standing between you and effortless social confidence isn't your personality or past experiences—but simply what you believe to be true about yourself as a social being? In this transformative episode, I'm revealing how your thoughts create your social reality and giving you the blueprint to rewire your brain for social succe…

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#462 The Jersey Shore Shark Attacks of 1916 48:58

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TERROR ON THE BEACH! Seaside resorts from Cape May, New Jersey, to Montauk, Long Island, were paralyzed in fear during the summer of 1916. Not because of the threat of lurking German U-boats and saboteurs. But because of sharks.On July 1, 1916, Charles Epting Vansant was killed by a shark while swimming at a resort in Beach Haven, a popular destina…