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Eiynah Mohammed-Smith

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Growing up in Saudi Arabia as a Pakistani, who now resides in Canada, Eiynah brings a global perspective to discussions about religion, politics, culture & sexuality - through the lens of a progressive ex-muslim immigrant. This podcast often focuses on unpacking various forms of extremism, particularly types that are less overt and masquerading as ‘intellectual’. Eiynah has a specific interest in covering online scenes like New Atheism and the Intellectual Dark Web. Hosted on Acast. See acas ...
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Frank and Dan's off-the-cuff conversations focus on current events cast through the lens of their shared atheism. Episodes include a rundown of six news stories from the prior week, and the show occasionally features interviews with writers, thinkers, and leaders in the atheist community. As former Mormons, the hosts provide insight into the often misunderstood religious minority.
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"Afterglow: UnVEILING The Idaho Cult" explores the twisted true crime saga of Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell, a case that has captivated the nation. Lori, a mother of three, became a figure of infamy when her children, Tylee Ryan and JJ Vallow, vanished in 2019. The subsequent investigation revealed a web of deceit, including the untimely deaths of two spouses and Lori's marriage to doomsday prepper Chad Daybell just weeks after his wife's sudden passing. This podcast examines the alleged "rel ...
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Politics and Religion. We’re not supposed to talk about that, right? Wrong! We only say that nowadays because the loudest, most extreme voices have taken over the whole conversation. Well, we‘re taking some of that space back! If you’re dying for some dialogue instead of all the yelling; if you know it’s okay to have differences without having to hate each other; if you believe politics and religion are too important to let ”the screamers” drown out the rest of us and would love some engagin ...
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Feet of Clay – Confessions of the Cult Sisters – What's it like to live in a Christian cult commune? How the hell do smart people get brainwashed into crazy beliefs and behaviors? Tracey & Sharon share their parallel journeys into and out of Last Days Ministries, led by Christian music super-star Keith Green (and later his wife Melody Green). Plus they interview others who also got out of high-control groups and toxic churches. Arranged marriages? Purity culture virgins? Religious trauma? Su ...
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1 phone call. 1 hour. No names. No holds barred. Thats the premise behind Beautiful Stories from Anonymous People, hosted by comedian Chris Gethard (the Chris Gethard Show, Broad City, This American Life, and one of Time Outs 10 best comedians of 2015). Every week, Chris opens the phone line to one anonymous caller, and he cant hang up first, no matter what. From shocking confessions and family secrets to philosophical discussions and shameless self-promotion, anything can and will happen! T ...
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Author, essayist and journalist Meghan Daum has spent decades giving voice—and bringing nuance, humor and surprising perspectives—to things that lots of people are thinking but are afraid to say out loud. Now, she brings her observations to the realm of conversation. In candid, free-ranging interviews, Meghan talks with artists, entertainers, journalists, scientists, scholars, and anyone else who’s willing to do the “unspeakable” and question prevailing cultural and moral assumptions.
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RADIO GAG - The Gays Against Guns Show

RADIO GAG - The Gays Against Guns Show

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Gays Against Guns NY is an inclusive direct action group of LGBTQ people and their allies committed to nonviolently breaking the gun industry's chain of death—investors, manufacturers, the NRA and politicians who block safer gun laws. We are New York-based but work with GAG chapters in other cities to ensure safety for all individuals, particularly vulnerable communities such as people of color, women, people who struggle with mental health issues, LGBTQ people and religious minorities. GAG ...
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Dawah Institute (DIN) Podcast

Da'wah Institute (DIN)

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The Dawah Institute (DIN) is the research and Islamic propagation department of the Islamic Education Trust(IET). We have trained religious leaders (men and women), teachers of Arabic and Islamic studies, as well as youths in the aspects of Shari'ah Intelligence and other courses. The Institute has also developed more into research-based initiatives to address some of the most common issues that are bed levelling the religious space in Islam. These include areas of gender-based violence, wom ...
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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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The Kotzk Podcast

Rabbi Gavin Michal

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Join Rabbi Gavin Michal for a look at some of the lesser-known events, books, and people in Jewish history. New episodes weekly based on articles from the Kotzk Blog, www.kotzkblog.com. This podcast was originated as conversations between Rabbi Gavin Michal and Dr Jordan Wosnick.
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Friends. Allies. Americans. Folks taking small steps towards big change. The Defense of Democracy podcast tells their stories. Hosted by Karen Svoboda. Defense of Democracy is made up of people from all walks of life passionately committed to nonpartisanship. We welcome anyone who is interested in protecting their fellow Americans - in particular those in marginalized communities - from oppression. We advocate for legislators, educators, and administrators who will work to maintain communiti ...
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Welcome to The International Risk Podcast — the premier destination for high-level insights into global risk dynamics. Hosted by Dominic Bowen, an accomplished senior advisor, each episode delivers expert analysis and actionable intelligence on today’s most pressing international risks. From geopolitical tensions and economic upheavals to cybersecurity threats and environmental challenges, we bring clarity to the complex risks shaping our world. Tailored for CEOs, Board Members, senior manag ...
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The Christian & The Witch

The Christian & the Witch

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The Christian and the Witch is a podcast where a couple (a Christian man and a pagan witch woman) discuss different religious topics pertaining to our different perspectives and how they affect our relationship. Follow Us on Social Media Here: https://instagram.com/thechristianandthewitch https://twitter.com/christiannwitch Join the conversation in our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1149738762201190
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Crazy Good God

Nancy Teague

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Crazy Good God, do you know Him? He's somethin' else! And He thinks you are AWESOME! My fifteen minute Episodes eventually became five minute Quick Deep Points. The QDPs will make you ponder! Episodes launch every Wednesday morning 5am. Since a child I was told about Jesus. Over the years there have been difficulties and losses that have heightened understanding of who He is. I was involved in numerous ministries and church leadership for several decades. There were many opportunities to see ...
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This week, I’m joined by author Kelsey Osgood to discuss her recent book “Godstruck: Seven Women’s Unexpected Journeys To Religious Conversion.” The book, which profiles women who traded secular lives for religious communities such as the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, evangelical Christianity, Quakerism, Orthodox Judaism, Saudi-based…
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Today Dominic hosts Rik Peels on the podcast to discuss religious extremism. They dive into the background of radicalisation; the differences between extremism, fundamentalism, and conspiracy theories; what the global patterns are; what role belief systems play in radicalisation; why radicalisation has such an impact on crises; and more! Dr. Rik Pe…
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The impact of the patriarchy on health care and climate change is one many of us might be aware of but do not know much about. Today Dominic hosts Petra Verdonk to discuss exactly what these consequences are and how they appear in our daily lives. Find out more about how climate change consequences are unequal, how gender-based violence is one that…
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When rabbis dared to challenge the Divine: The case of Midrash Tehillim (Kotzk Blog: 519) This episode—based extensively on the research by Professor Dov Weiss[1]— examines the rise and decline of rabbinic protest theology. It looks at the audacious attempts by some Mishnaic rabbis to defy a general ethos of protest prohibition, particularly upheld…
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Ever wondered what it means when a church goes full corporate? Frank and Dan wrap up the episode with a deep dive into the Mormon Church’s 26-story office tower and the billions behind it. But first: witches selling spells on Etsy (and why it violates Etsy’s own rules), Texas making it illegal for secular celebrants to perform weddings, the Magnoli…
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In today's economic and political climate, how can we all keep our heads while everyone else is losing theirs? Talkin' tariffs, budget deficits, the Fed, interest rates, and all kinds of fun stuff! In this episode of Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other, host Corey Nathan welcomes long-time friend and investment advisor Jorge Meza…
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This week Dominic hosts Zac Staples and they dive into how AI-native defence systems are reshaping the battlefield—and why getting this wrong isn’t just bad for business, it’s catastrophic for global stability. They discuss the challenges and opportunities AI brings What AI's role could be How AI can enhance security Predictive maintenance and it's…
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Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show! Join our private Facebook group and Discord server! Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics. — Mehdi Hasan's Jubilee debate got a Catholic fascist fired. (0:28) — Textbook publishers are largely rejecting Ryan Walters…
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This is a clip from my recent episode on Israel & the US’s attack on Iran, titled ‘Boners for Bombs’. Find the episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/457mNAy6mz57SDrlQ5ZoWW?si=oqQyPqkNTRmaHGsJhm4RgA The extended patreon version here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/132450348 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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This week’s caller joined Gethard at 10:30 on a Friday night to talk about wrestling and her love of a New Jersey ska band, but the conversation quickly turned into something else entirely. We hear about her tugboat captain husband (who happens to have Geth’s secret dream job), her own work representing our most vulnerable population, and the utter…
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In this episode, host Corey Nathan explores how we can navigate difficult conversations around politics and religion with more grace and effectiveness. Drawing on personal experiences, spiritual grounding, and practical techniques, Corey shares what to look out for when a conversation is going sideways and how to communicate better even in the most…
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This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Abha Saxena for a timely and incisive look at the geopolitics of global health. Dominic and Abha explore how vaccines, health infrastructure, and disease surveillance data are no longer just instruments of public good, but strategic tools of influence. They discuss the myth of apolitical global health, …
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Messianic Immunity—The Perfect Storm: The case of R. This episode—based extensively on the research by Professor Abraham Ofir Shemesh(1) examines an extreme case of messianic immunity. In the sixteenth century, a medical doctor, haRofeh, under the influence of the *Sabbatian* messianic movement of Shabbatai Tzvi, felt he could administer harmful dr…
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A historical context to Midrashim (Kotzk blog 517) This episode—based extensively on the research by Professor Gary Porton [1](https://d.docs.live.net/cf7c519617ad128d/Documents/KOTZK%20BLOG%20517.docx#_ftn1) — investigates the historical conditions that may have fostered the complex and often elusive evolution of *Midrash*. *Midrashim* are the cre…
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When Midrash is too much for the Midrash (Kotzk blog 516)This episode—based extensively on the research by Rabbi Dr Zvi Ron—examines various Midrashim that have been rejected by an unofficial form of collective rabbinic consensus. These include Midrashim from lesser known sources as well as, surprisingly, those from classical Midrashic sources such…
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Missing in Manuscript: The additional biblical verses added to the Mishna (Kotzk blog 515) This episode—based extensively on the research by Professor Jason Kalman—examines the question of additional biblical verses, cited as proof texts added to our versions of the Mishna. Based on comparisons between our Mishna texts and their earlier manuscripts…
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Kabbalah: From Obscurity to the Defining Essence of Judaism (Kotzk blog 514) This episode—based extensively on the research by Professor David Malkiel—explores the thirteenth-century rise of Kabbalah in Spain and its subsequent peaking in sixteenth-century Safed. Since the Safed period, Kabbalah has come to be widely regarded as embodying the very …
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Secret Mystical and Chassidic societies (Kotzk blog 513)This Episode—based extensively on the research by Rabbi Dr Zvi Leshem—examines several secret mystical societies from biblical times to pre-war Europe, with a particular focus on the secretive group established by R. Kalonymus Kalmish (Kalman) Shapira of Piasecnzo (Piasetzna) (1889-1943). Secr…
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This is a clip from my recent episode on Israel & the US’s attack on Iran, titled ‘Boners for Bombs’. Find the episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/457mNAy6mz57SDrlQ5ZoWW?si=oqQyPqkNTRmaHGsJhm4RgA The extended patreon version here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/132450348 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Trump 2.0 - 6 months in. How's it going? (And other light comedy...) In this milestone 300th episode, Corey is joined by two insightful friends: Lori Adams-Brown, host of A World of Difference podcast, and William Wright, co-host of the Faithful Politics podcast. Together, they reflect on six months of the Trump 2.0 administration, rising Christian…
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The IRS just made a quiet but explosive decision: it will no longer enforce the Johnson Amendment, effectively giving churches a tax-free license to play politics. Frank and Dan break down how this opens the floodgates for dark money, bribes disguised as “donations,” and full-blown corruption in America’s pulpits. Also this week: The bizarre satani…
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Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show! Join our private Facebook group and Discord server! Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics. — Woman sues John MacArthur’s church for publicly shaming her for wanting to leave an abusive marriage. (0:23) — Speaking of…
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The next meeting of The Catastrophe Hour Book Club is scheduled for Wednesday, July 23, at 3:00 p.m. ET. We will discuss the fifth essay of the collection, Playlist of Tears. The book club meets for 14 consecutive Wednesdays at 3:00 p.m. ET. The book club is for yearly paid Substack subscribers only, so if you want to join, please upgrade your subs…
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This week on the podcast we have Dr. Allysa Czerwinsky back to dive into the Manosphere and the ideologies that go with it, such as inceldom. Dominic and Allysa discuss the structures and dynamics of online extremist communities, what the differences are between the Red Pill and the Black Pill, and what those implications are. Moreover, they look a…
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Sam Harris recently claimed that he’s only just become an unapologetic Zionist post Oct 7, in this episode we examine this claim as well as his generally flimsy excuses for supporting Israel. Links: Recent Patreon posts: ContraPoints Disappoints https://www.patreon.com/posts/contrapoints-133858410 Harris Renews Support for Gncide After Fans Express…
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In another installment of our unofficial “The Young People Are Alright” series, a 19-year-old entrepreneur calls in to talk about hustle culture, mental health, and the lessons he’s learning from his first relationship. He’s thoughtful, ambitious, and asking big questions about what it means to grow up in a world where the American Dream feels incr…
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In this episode, we welcome Dr. Roger Herbert—retired Navy Captain, former SEAL commander, professor of ethics, and distinguished academic. Dr. Herbert’s career spans from leading undersea special operations to teaching future naval officers at the U.S. Naval Academy. We explore Dr. Herbert's remarkable journey marked by leadership, ethics, and pro…
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This episode starts with a Very Special introduction in which I explain what’s been going on with the podcast over the last six months (lots of different offerings, which possibly caused some confusion) and talk about the ongoing challenges of the subscriber model. (Short version, please stick around!) I then have the great pleasure of interviewing…
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Voluntary assisted dying is legal across Australia, much of Europe, Canada, and several US states, with dramatically varying implementations. Some countries permit advance directives for dementia cases, and AI is being developed to replace psychiatrist in the assisted dying process. While some jurisdictions focus on terminal illness with strict saf…
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There’s a growing issue of religious intolerance in society. Not just in Australia, but around the world. Religious communities are coming under attack for doing nothing other than – seemingly – existing. In this episode of The Discussion host Bill Crews examines what’s driving the rise of religious intolerance and what the solutions might be, with…
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This is a clip from my recent episode on Israel & the US’s attack on Iran, titled ‘Boners for Bombs’. Find the episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/457mNAy6mz57SDrlQ5ZoWW?si=oqQyPqkNTRmaHGsJhm4RgA The extended patreon version here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/132450348 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Today Dominic Bowen hosts Will Tear on the podcast to discuss the tightening of immigration rules and what impact these have on businesses. They discuss real world examples of immigration challenges, the difficult task of balancing immigration policies and business needs, global competitiveness, upskilling, future risks and more! Will Tear is the D…
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In this solo episode, host Corey Nathan shares a personal story that explores a fundamental question many of us face in political and relational discourse: “Do you want to be right, or do you want the relationship?” Prompted by a real-life interaction following his attendance at a local rally, Corey examines how we navigate our convictions, the cos…
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Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show! Join our private Facebook group and Discord server! Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics. — Is the Johnson Amendment dead? IRS says churches can now endorse candidates from the pulpit. (1:35) — Hate-fueled, anti-ga…
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This is a clip from my recent episode on Israel & the US’s attack on Iran, titled ‘Boners for Bombs’. Find the episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/457mNAy6mz57SDrlQ5ZoWW?si=oqQyPqkNTRmaHGsJhm4RgA The extended patreon version here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/132450348 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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The next meeting of The Catastrophe Hour Book Club is scheduled for Wednesday, July 16, at 3:00 p.m. ET. We will discuss the fifth essay of the collection, Playlist of Tears. The book club meets for 14 consecutive Wednesdays at 3:00 p.m. ET. The book club is for yearly paid Substack subscribers only, so if you want to join, please upgrade your subs…
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In this episode, I speak with filmmaker Rachel Mason about her documentary Last Take*: Rust and the Story of Halyna*, which explores the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of Rust. On October 21, 20221, Alec Badwin, who starred in the film, pulled the trigger on a gun he thought was not loaded, killing Halyna and injuring director …
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This week’s caller is a mom of two young boys doing her best to face life head-on. Her oldest son is autistic and recently diagnosed with depression. She talks with Gethard about parenting a neurodivergent child, advocating in a world that doesn’t always get it, and staying grounded through it all with warmth, humor, and zero B.S. Sign up for Beaut…
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