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We face many overwhelming challenges in America today: systemic racism, data privacy, and political misinformation. These are big problems, and there are a lot of opinions and ideas on how to fix them. Scholars and industry experts often disagree on how to find solutions. So, how can we find the right way to move forward? We let the data speak for itself. Join hosts Liberty Vittert and Munther Dahleh as they gather data and get the facts about today’s most pressing problems to find out: are ...
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Designing Tomorrow explores a new playbook for modern social impact leaders and brands to reach their true impact potential. Why do some social impact brands thrive, while so many others fail to get traction, build support for their cause, and make meaningful progress? Imagine your impact with truly sustainable revenue and resources. With deeper community engagement and relationships. With more influence in your social impact category. Hosted by Eric Ressler, Founder & Creative Director of C ...
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AsenseofAhh ™ Network: Unlock your inner power with a unique combination of coaching, healing, and creative development. Our network provides the tools and guidance you need to become the leader, warrior, artist, and survivor you are meant to be. Unlock your full potential today with AsenseofAhh ™ Network.This is our Space for discussion on real life concerns, health, mind, spirit and social problems. We look foward to getting to know you. Learn how to manage day to day challenges we face in ...
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Good people, creating good ideas for a better world The podcast for people interested in ideas, innovation and creativity to create a better world. Speaks to the creators of brands, nonprofits, communities and more whose core purpose is to to help solve an environmental or social problem. A must-listen for anyone thinking of starting a purpose-led organisation or simply wanting to enjoy some good news in the world of sustainability.
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Normally, therapy sessions are totally confidential — but this podcast opens the doors. In this season of Other People’s Problems, Dr. Hillary McBride explores the transformative power of psychedelics in a therapeutic setting. With her psychological expertise, Dr. Hillary leads her clients through drug-assisted therapy, guiding them to new heights on their healing journeys. Experience these real, unscripted sessions firsthand as they unfold in each episode. This season offers an unprecedente ...
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How do landmark Supreme Court decisions affect our lives? What does the 2nd Amendment really say? Why does the Senate have so much power? Civics 101 is the podcast about how our democracy works…or is supposed to work, anyway.
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Social Skills Mastery

Susan Callender

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The Social Skills Mastery Podcast is where High-Performance Social Confidence Coach and Corporate Trainer, Susan Callender helps professionals, business owners, and entrepreneurs stand out in competitive and often high-stakes situations, by raising social capital and using the power of polished people skills to make an impact. Weekly content encompasses what to do, what to say, how to maneuver tricky situations and get it right the first time.
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The (A)typical Social Work(ER) Podcast

Lola Love, social worker and sometime socialite

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This podcast is hosted by Lola Love, a social worker and sometime socialite. Listen in weekly as she shares her perspective on the profession and chats with featured guests, all in an effort to reimagine the social work platform and highlight the versatility of the profession. Consider this your unapologetic guide to standing tall in the field. Not a social worker? Not a problem! Social work is the business of people, and well, people are everywhere : )
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Safer Social Media

Allison Diamond

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Safer Social Media is the podcast about Social Media's influence on our online behavior - and vice versa. We each have the ability to make the internet a safer place, and here is where we talk about how we do it.
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In dozens of provocative essays published on his Substack and cross-posted here, Brink Lindsey has explored what John Maynard Keynes called humanity’s “permanent problem:” the quest to “live wisely and agreeably and well” with the vast resources and powers that capitalist prosperity has bestowed upon us. That quest, unfortunately, has gone awry in the 21st century. In Lindsey’s analysis, capitalism is now experiencing a “triple crisis”: a crisis of dynamism, as economic and technological pro ...
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The Social Revolution airs LIVE every Saturday Night starting at 10pmET on www.MetalNationRadio.com! All the drinking, all the rocking, and all the nonsense LIVE to your ears. Find all the info on TSR at www.321Cheers.com
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Posting Through It

Jared Holt & Michael Edison Hayden

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Jared Holt and Michael Edison Hayden take a critical look at news, politics, and technology to better understand our modern social disorder. postthroughit.substack.com
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Kiddywink Crew is a weekly, kid-centric podcast that uses original storytelling to teach social-emotional skills, problem-solving, and empathy to children ages 3–7. Created by educators and co-founders Julianna Bria and Lindsay Farley, each episode features diverse, inclusive characters like Ozzie the Octopus and Sammy the Seahorse, who navigate real-world challenges with creativity and heart. Through imaginative tales and interactive segments like "guess using clues," "potential pause point ...
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Online Business for Christian Women | GOD-LED BUSINESS, Start a Podcast, Work From Home, Podcasting, Online Marketing

Stefanie Gass - Podcast to Profit™ Creator, Podcast Coach, Business Strategist

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Make Money with a Podcast & Grow Your Online Business with God at the center! **TOP 20 BUSINESS PODCAST** Hi, I’m Stef – podcasting strategist, online business coach, and proud ’Reheat Your Lukewarm Coffee Club’ member. ☕ Over the past six years, I’ve turned my podcast into a revenue-generating machine (millions, y’all) while cutting my social media time by over 90%. Now, I’m on a mission to help you do the same: build a profitable business in less time, with more purpose, and zero burnout. ...
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Conspirituality

Derek Beres, Matthew Remski, Julian Walker

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Dismantling New Age cults, wellness grifters, and conspiracy-mad yogis. At best, the conspirituality movement attacks public health efforts in times of crisis. At worst, it fronts and recruits for the fever-dream of QAnon. As the alt-right and New Age horseshoe toward each other in a blur of disinformation, clear discourse, and good intentions get smothered. Charismatic influencers exploit their followers by co-opting conspiracy theories on a spectrum of intensity ranging from vaccines to ch ...
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The Quillette Podcast is a platform for rigorous, academic discussions rooted in common sense and free inquiry. Non-dogmatic and grounded in liberal values, the podcast serves as a beacon for thoughtful conversation on science, politics, philosophy, and culture. Quillette prides itself on intellectual honesty, avoiding ideological extremism in favor of evidence-based reasoning and progress. Hosted by leading voices in academia and journalism, past guests include evolutionary biologist Richar ...
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Off The Grid is a podcast for artists, writers & small business owners who want to leave social media without losing all their income. ✌️ Our host, Amelia Hruby PhD, shares stories, strategies & experiments for growing your business with radical generosity & energetic sovereignty. 🌐 Get the FREE Leaving Social Media Toolkit at offthegrid.fun/toolkit
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Philosophize This!

Stephen West

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Beginner friendly if listened to in order! For anyone interested in an educational podcast about philosophy where you don't need to be a graduate-level philosopher to understand it. In chronological order, the thinkers and ideas that forged the world we live in are broken down and explained.
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Track Two Podcast

Joanne Gouaux & Sarah Howard

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What does it take for a society to thrive? Who and what contributes to this intricate and complex system needed for human flourishing? Track Two is the meeting place of civil society. Entrepreneurs, philanthropic leaders, activists, and journalists from around the globe reveal personal stories of their approach to problem-solving and making a positive contribution to a vibrant, healthy society. Hosted by Sarah Howard and Joanne Gouaux, produced by Twenty Twenty Studios in partnership with Mo ...
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Economics Explained

Economics Explained

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On Economics Explained, we take a look at interesting countries, policies, and decisions from the point of view of an economist. The world is an interesting place and we hope to uncover some of this intrigue in our short, informative podcasts.
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Bone's Lair, the #1 "Colostomy Bag Comedy" Podcast in the World! Hidden away in a secret location in Knoxville, we bring you a very NSFW show of Weird News, Events, Politics, Interviews and Social Commentary. We are glad to use our 1st Amendment right to make sure everyone is equally offended!
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WHY? Philosophical Discussions About Everyday Life

Jack Russell Weinstein / Prairie Public

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Join us each month as we engage in philosophical discussions about the most common-place topics with host Jack Russell Weinstein, professor in the Department of Philosophy and Religion at the University of North Dakota. He is the director of The Institute for Philosophy in Public Life.
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DESIGN THINKER PODCAST

Dr. Dani Chesson and Designer Peter Allan

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Welcome to The Design Thinker Podcast, where we explore the theory and practice of design thinking. Join co-hosts Dr Dani Chesson and Designer Peter Allan as they delve into the principles, strategies, and real-world application of design thinking. Each episode takes a deep dive into a topic within design thinking, discussing the foundational theory and bringing theory to life by showcasing the application of theory into practice to solve real-world challenges. 🔍 Theoretical Insights: Build ...
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Welcome to the The Modern Marketer Podcast. This podcast is your go-to destination for the latest news, updates, and proven tactics to elevate your brand's marketing game. Join marketing professional Eddie Garrison as he dives into actionable tips, cutting-edge strategies, and innovative approaches to help your business soar. Whether you're looking to master social media, optimize customer experiences, or harness the power of influencer marketing, this podcast delivers the insights you need ...
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Team Human

Douglas Rushkoff

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Team Human is a weekly podcast and set of resources enabling human intervention in the economic, technological, and social programs that determine how we live, work, and interact. This is media as cultural resistance and a path to social change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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LSE Podcasts

LSE Podcasts

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The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is a world-leading university, specialising in social sciences, with a global community of people and ideas that transform the world. Our podcasts focus on the social sciences and the world today.
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Dyslexics Untied! Podcast

Host: Shawn Apostel Host: Jacob Schuhmann Director: Lucas Rogers Assistant Director: Jacob Gagel

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Two different generations discuss their experiences navigating their lives through the lens of dyslexia. Shawn Apostel, a college professor, and Jacob Schuhmann, business executive, discuss multiple areas of life from work, education, social norms, and how far they can push their director's last nerve.
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Do you ever feel like if you don’t show up on social every day your business will dry up? No leads. No clients. No growth. Friend, that is a lie the enemy wants you to believe! Today, I’m sharing how I built a multi-6-figure business while taking a full social media sabbatical, and how so many of my students are doing the same. You can grow a thriv…
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🌀 OPT OUT: How to Quit Meta, Google or Amazon with Ease — 3 days of simple mindset shifts, step-by-step processes, and curated tools for a softer, surveillance-free life & business. Registration closes Friday, July 11th. Sign up here. I started my self-employment journey by freelancing… but somehow I’ve never talked about it on the pod! So today I’…
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Today on Civics 101, we answer listener questions about tariffs. And then, we look at how they've affected one American Industry. It's not a game, but these companies do make them, and they've been hit hard by President Trump's ever-changing tariff policies. NOTE - This episode was republished because of a technical issue . Click here to check out …
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In response to what the US sees as potential growing threats from China and North Korea, nuclear weapons are becoming a more and more important part of US alliance commitments and partnerships in East Asia. But what does this focus on nuclear weapons for both deterrence and reassurance mean for US foreign policy and for the security of the region? …
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Have you ever had an idea that keeps tugging at your heart? One that pops into your mind at the most random times and just won’t let go? What if that idea isn’t random at all… but a whisper from God? In this episode, we’re unpacking what it means to receive a God-led idea and why it might be the very thing He wants to use to create impact and incom…
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Protest slogans are designed to pack a punch. They communicate potent emotions and persuasive ideas to the public while galvanizing activist allies. At 5 '11, wearing an elegant hijab over jet-black hair, Nerdeen Kiswani cuts an elegant figure. “From the river to the sea,” she cries, and the loyal group around her repeats it back, loudly. “Palestin…
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Hello, media consumers! Bryan is joined by Sean Fennessey to discuss the future of owning physical media! (3:30) Magazines (17:55) Blu-Rays and DVDs (25:32) Books (34:47) Newspapers (50:11) CDs and vinyl Host: Bryan Curtis Guest: Sean Fennessey Producer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Will Sommer is a senior reporter at The Bulwark, where he authors the newsletter “False Flag.” A longtime chronicler of right-wing media, Will joins the show to discuss the fallout facing the Trump Administration as it backs off its promise to release the “Epstein Files.” After years of promising to unveil new information about one of the highest p…
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In 1898, British naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace published a pamphlet entitled, "Vaccination a Delusion; Its Penal Enforcement a Crime." This work became the foundation of the modern anti-vax movement. Derek discusses how even though vaccination science is constantly evolving, the rhetoric of people like RFK Jr is just rehashing old and outdated i…
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(0:00) The Besties welcome Travis Kalanick and Keith Rabois! (3:02) Travis on Pony.ai / Uber rumors and the state of Cloud Kitchens (18:51) xAI launches Grok 4, learning "The Bitter Lesson" in AI (40:36) How Grok can catch ChatGPT in usage, OpenAI's product excellence (46:27) Perplexity and OpenAI building AI-native browsers and taking on Chrome (5…
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On this week’s episode, Helen covers: Favorite Tools + TikTok Future + Building What’s Next 🔌 Unsponsored Favorites of the Week 1. Hollyland Wireless Mic: Compact, clean audio, magnetized for easy placement Comes with adapters for iPhone/Android Great alternative to bulky, poor-quality wireless mics Bonus: Comes with discreet black stickers to cove…
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The team delves into some of the many civics lessons the public got while watching Karen Read’s retrial, which ended with her acquittal on all major charges in June. Topics include the First Amendment, judicial discretion, courtroom tactics, and more. Our expert for this episode is Colin Miller, blogger, podcaster, and professor at University of So…
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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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Bryan and Joel discuss the Texas flash floods, how the story hits them as parents and Texans, the slow trickle of information, defensive posturing from Texas leadership, misinformation gaining traction online, and more. Host: Bryan Curtis and Joel Anderson Producer: Kyle Crichton Texas Deserves Far Better Than This by Joel Anderson Learn more about…
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Have you ever poured your heart into an offer, something you knew could help people, only to launch it and hear… crickets? Maybe you got no sales, or just a few, and you’re wondering what went wrong. Chances are, it’s not the content. It’s the complexity. I’ve been there! Creating offers that were way too complicated, too hard to market, or too ove…
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We return to the ongoing saga of Aubrey Marcus. As a wealthy, anti-vax New Ager who campaigned for RFK Jr (before going MAGA), he’s a pole star for the conspirituality moment and its political manias. He’s also a ceaseless innovator of guru narrative tech, with his latest trick being the attempt to turn his own implosion into top-tier content by en…
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This smells like....a cult? This week, we discuss religious cults, and whether or not MAGA qualifies as a cult. On the way, we talk about bikini coffee places, Saturday's Warrior, and how to deprogram someone on the cheap. Steven Hassan's BITE Model Solution to Our Political Cults | Public Square Magazine Explaining the Trump loyalty cult phenomeno…
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We live in a world that’s changing faster than the frameworks we've relied on can keep up with. So, is it time to rethink how we think? In this episode, Dr Dani and Designer Peter are joined by John Philpin to explore why the age of reason is over and why we need to embrace the age of experience. In this episode, you will Understand why rigid think…
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In this episode, Kim John Payne explores a dynamic he calls “aggression entrapment,” where a child’s meltdown becomes a way to secure a parent’s full attention. He explains that frequent meltdowns can signal a child’s need for stronger, more consistent parental presence—not just during crises, but in everyday connection. Rather than becoming entang…
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Eliott Edge revisits his first book, Three Essays in Virtual Reality, while giving us a sneak preview of his thinking for his upcoming opus on Simulation theory. Edge is a critically-acclaimed author, artist, and international speaker. Edge has published and presented through The Institute of Ethics and Emerging Technologies, The University of Melb…
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🌀 OPT OUT: How to Quit Meta, Google or Amazon with Ease — 3 days of simple mindset shifts, step-by-step processes, and curated tools for a softer, surveillance-free life & business. Registration closes Friday, July 11th. Sign up here. Welcome to an episode unlike any other! Today I'm joined by Melissa Wong of Coherence Studio for a live advising se…
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Financial markets don’t like it when governments announce plans to spend more money. That’s why there’s concern over Donald Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill, which will add, by some accounts, $4 trillion to the US budget deficit over the next decade. Steve Keen says it’s not a problem. Banks buy up the bonds and the central bank ensures they have the liq…
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Justin discusses the passage of the Big Beautiful Bill and how it convinced Elon Musk to create a new political party. He also talks about Christian politicians choosing self-preservation over their convictions and the floods in Texas. Show Notes: https://www.yahoo.com/news/maddow-blog-gop-josh-hawley-162502497.html https://www.cbsnews.com/news/hou…
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We’re constantly told to “do more with less” — but what if that’s the wrong goal altogether? In this episode, Eric and Jonathan challenge the traditional definition of efficiency and unpack why it can be a trap for social impact organizations. From donor pressure to staff burnout, they explore how the pursuit of efficiency often undermines effectiv…
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Today on Civics 101, we answer listener questions about tariffs. And then, we look at how they've affected one American Industry. It's not a game, but these companies do make them, and they've been hit hard by President Trump's ever-changing tariff policies. Click here to check out our 2024 episode on how tariffs work. WIN A NEW CAR OR 25K IN CASH …
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Hello media consumers! Bryan and David discuss the NYT's story on Zohran Mamdani and what the point was of running their "scoop" obtained in a hack of Columbia University records, new info on the Epstein files reports there are in fact no files, and new contenders for "Worst Question Ever Asked at the White House" (7:15), before revisiting David Fo…
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Today we talk about the book The Crisis of Narration by the philosopher Byung Chul Han. We talk about the history of storytelling. Walter Benjamins distinction between a Paris fire and a revolution in Madrid. The effects of social media on memory. Story telling vs story selling. AI as pure Intelligenz lacking Geist. The ability for stories to give …
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