Best Social Science Matrix Podcasts (2025)

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Weekly Astrology Forecast August 11–17 2025 | Mercury Direct + Jupiter Venus Conjunction 26:34

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Astrology Forecast: August 11–17, 2025 forecast... It's a week charged with hidden opportunities. FInd Natha at electraastrology.com We’ll unpack Saturn and Neptune’s approach back into Pisces and how it might be triggering old fears, rigid beliefs, and the call to trust your own inner compass. Step into the magic of the Lions Gate portal, feel the…

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Leo & Aquarius EXPOSED: Unlocking Your True Self and Breaking Free from the Matrix 21:54

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Astrology for Awakening: Are you tired of pretending to be someone you’re not? In this episode, we dive deep into the powerful energies of Leo and Aquarius to reveal how society’s expectations and the “matrix” keep us from living authentically. Find Natha at electraastrology.com Discover the secrets to breaking free from people-pleasing, embracing …

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Lionsgate Portal: Venus, Jupiter & the Return of Your Soul Gifts 32:20

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The Lionsgate portal is wide open, and this year, it’s bringing you insight that will carry you into many years to come. With Venus and Jupiter amplifying the energy, you might find yourself remembering past lives, reconnecting with your soul mission, and feeling drawn to crystals, sacred geometry, and other ancient tools. Find Natha at electraastr…

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The Fire, the Frequency, and the Flash of Insight: Mars & the Aquarius Full Moon 30:26

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This week’s astrology is electric and intense because Mars is on the move, activating your drive, your edges, and how you handle confrontation, protection, and power. At the same time, a full moon in Aquarius is glowing bright and flowing with insight, clarity, and spiritual downloads. Find Natha at http://www.electraastrology.com In this astrology…

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When You Listen to Your Heart, Everything Becomes Clear (Leo Season) 19:50

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Astrology for Awakening: I'm exploring the power of the heart and how trusting your heart and listening to its guidance can change everything. With the Leo archetype, the heart is front and center, and this is one of the gifts of Leo. Find me at http://www.electraastrology.com When your heart is part of the conversation, life feels lighter, your pa…

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Mercury Cazimi & Venus Wisdom | Your Truth or Theirs? 29:07

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Path Ahead Astrology Forecast: Are you listening to your own inner guidance or chasing someone else’s truth? Subscribe + if you want to book with me visit electraastrology.com This week, Venus connects with the outer planets, nudging you to reassess your values and relationships. Mercury makes a powerful cazimi with the Sun, sharpening your clarity…

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Cancer to Leo: Rule Your Life, Not Your Moods or Your Pride. 16:00

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Cancer season stirs your emotions. Leo season amplifies your need to be seen. But what happens when your feelings rule you, or your ego takes over? Find Natha at electraastrology.com This week, we’re exploring the powerful transition between Cancer and Leo, and how to shift from emotional reactivity and performative pride into true self-leadership.…

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My Ego Battles in Real Life + What The Sun is Teaching You About Your Own Ego Battles 23:19

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We all have moments where someone else’s ego lights a fire in us and before we know it, our own ego is battling for center stage (I tell a story about how this happened to me!). Find me or book with me: http://electraastrology.com In this video, we explore how your ego gets activated in real time, and how astrology, particularly your Sun and Mars p…

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Leo New Moon Meets Pluto, Saturn & Uranus | It's a Spiritual Reboot! 26:37

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Path Ahead Astrology Forecast: This week’s New Moon in Leo brings a powerful reset, but probably not the kind your ego is craving. Find Natha at http://www.electraastrology.com With connections to Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto, the cosmos is asking: Are your desires aligned with your soul, or just your pride? This is your planetary nudge to ge…

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How to Lead with Compassion and Integrity | Cancer & Capricorn Energy 25:14

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Astrology For Awakening: In this episode, we’re diving into the Cancer/Capricorn axis, the dynamic between the compassionate queen and the grounded, integrity-driven advisor. It’s all about leading with heart and standing strong in your truth. Book a private reading or mentorship at http://www.electraastrology.com If you’re enjoying this series, ma…

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Saturn in Retrograde Is Testing You. Mercury in Retrograde Is Rewiring You. 23:23

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Everything might feel like it’s falling apart right now: plans unraveling, tech glitching, communication misfiring. But this Mercury retrograde, combined with Saturn’s slow turn, isn’t random. You’re being invited to restructure your thinking, rewire your patterns, and rise into deeper mastery. Don't forget to subscribe and if you want to book with…

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The Psychology of Jewish Identity 59:42

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Criticized through time, Murdered in the Holocaust, and Israel... How has all of this shaped Jewish Identity. Welcome to The Deep Dive.By Nasr Saleh

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The Mammon Matrix 48:21

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Welcome to The Deep Dive. On this episode we unpack the psychology of For-Profit Ministries...By Nasr Saleh

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The Soft Power Revolution: Cancerian Wisdom for Becoming Unshakable 16:03

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Astrology for Awakening: What does it mean to embody the Cancerian archetype in its highest form? Book with me (Natha) here In this episode, we explore the powerful emotional intelligence and nurturing strength of Cancer energy, beyond the stereotypes. Whether you have Cancer placements or not, we all carry this archetype within us: the Inner Mothe…

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Is Muslim Culture Dangerous? 1:05:19

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We have been seeing videos of how dangerous Muslim culture is? Child Marriages and Oppressed Women? Is this a state problem or a religious one? Welcome to The Deep Dive!By Nasr Saleh

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The Applause of Ashes 3:15

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In a world obsessed with downfall and silence in the face of success, a fearless voice exposes society’s addiction to pain, delivering a raw, poetic reckoning that demands we celebrate healing, not just heartbreak.

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Indigenous Data Governance & Sovereignty - with Levi-Craig Murray 30:55

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In today’s data-driven world, questions around who controls data, how it’s used, and who benefits from it are more pressing than ever. For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, these questions carry even deeper significance—rooted in histories of exclusion, marginalisation, and misrepresentation. In this episode, we explore the vital issue…

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Winning and Losing: Brain Edition 48:55

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Let's take a Deep Dive into our minds today. When we lose or win, what happens to our minds? Is it purely psychological? Is there a physiological side to it at all?By Nasr Saleh

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Religion’s Psychological Impact 46:46

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A Deep Dive into the world’s biggest deciding factor for humanity. Religion has a profound impact on our daily lives.. lets learn howBy Nasr Saleh

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The War for the Mind: Psycho-Political Analysis of Russia and Ukraine 43:56

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In this deep dive we look at the war that Russia started by invading Ukraine, and the impact on the citizens of both sides.By Nasr Saleh

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E4: Top 10 Military UFO Whistleblowers #1, 2 & 3 19:38

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Sev kicks off the Top 10 Military UFO Whistleblowers countdown with three impactful and controversial voices: Jake Barber, David Grusch, and Luis Elizondo. What does it means to be a military whistleblower? What are the risks for the individual and their families? Sev breaks down the concept of whistleblowing, its legal complexities, and the person…

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Capricorn Full Moon July 2025 | Saturn Retrograde + Uranus in Gemini | Awareness & Wake-Up Calls 18:31

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Path Ahead Astrology Forecast: This Capricorn Full Moon is asking you to pause and pay close attention. Saturn is stationing retrograde, slowing time and sharpening your awareness while Uranus entering Gemini stirs sudden shifts in the mental field. Book with me at http://www.electraastrology.com What’s real and what’s just noise? What is your body…

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The Psychology of Genocide 1:12:03

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Join us as we Deep Dive multiple sources on GenocideBy Nasr Saleh

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Astrology Update: Uranus in Gemini 2025—The Rebellion of Perception 24:35

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Bonus Episode! Uranus enters Gemini in 2025 and nothing about how we think, speak, or connect will be the same. Book a private reading with me here This powerful transit lasts until 2033 and brings a revolution of ideas, mindset shifts, tech breakthroughs, and societal reprogramming. But the real rebellion? It starts with how you perceive change.…

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"Break the Spell, Build the Legacy" 4:45

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This powerful spoken word poem is a call to awakening for Black people across the diaspora. With razor-sharp clarity and ancestral fire, it confronts the toxic cycles of idol worship, cultural deception, spiritual warfare, and mental captivity imposed by media, entertainment, and systemic manipulation. The piece urges the community to unplug from i…

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The Broken Heart 39:34

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Join us as we dive into the psychology of a broken heart. Is the pain real or superficial? Let's take a Deep DiveBy Nasr Saleh

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Palestinian American Identity 36:37

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In this deep dive we tackle the psychology of the Palestinian American Identity in an Israel First AmericaBy Nasr Saleh

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A Sky Without Birds 17:48

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In this episode we are discussing the lasting impact to children during the war in GazaBy Nasr Saleh

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Uranus Shakes Loose What Matters, Sun Challenges Your Body & Neptune Rewinds Your Anger Stories 25:53

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The Path Ahead: This week’s astrology forecast brings cosmic curveballs with Venus conjunct Uranus shaking up your values and priorities. What truly matters to you, and what needs to change? Work with me at electraastrology.com Meanwhile, the Sun squares asteroid Ceres, spotlighting body wisdom and challenging you to slow down and listen to your ph…

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The Astrology of Emotional Storage: The Cancerian Role in Your Reactions 19:08

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Astrology for Awakening- We all get emotionally triggered but have you ever wondered where those feelings actually go? The sign of Cancer holds the key to understanding how we store, avoid, or process big emotions. Work with me at http://www.electraastrology.com In this episode, we explore the emotional body through the lens of Cancer energy: the p…

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Bridging the Interdisciplinary Gap with Stats & Data Science - with Prof Galit Shmueli 55:32

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The Random Sample steps into the dynamic world of interdisciplinary research—viewed through the lens of data science and statistics. Our guest is a true leader in collaborative science: Professor Galit Shmueli. Galit is the Tsing Hua Chair Professor at the Institute of Service Science at National Tsing Hua University in Taiwan, the inaugural editor…

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The Astrology of Tension: Cancer New Moon + Mars, Saturn & Pluto 30:48

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The Path Ahead Astrology Forecast: This week’s astrology is loaded. The Cancer New Moon stirs deep emotional waters, conjunct Jupiter, squaring Saturn, and making tense aspects to both Mars and Pluto. With so much war energy pulsing through the collective, you’ll feel it too. But here’s the thing: your emotional work is world work. In this forecast…

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From Headspace to Heart-Space: Navigating the Gemini Cancer Cusp 19:01

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Astrology for Awakening: You have both Gemini and Cancer energy in your birth chart, this isn’t just about sun signs. Find Natha at electraastrology.com This shift marks a movement from mental processing to emotional attunement. Psychologically, it’s a time when defense mechanisms soften and buried feelings start to rise. Spiritually, you’re being …

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And the Opposite of a Libertarian is...... 55:35

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Kim and Steve discuss the continued war on immigrants and the complicity of DHS and (maybe) the immigration courts.By Steve and Kim

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Edge of Transformation: 29° Transits and the Solstice Gateway 22:53

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The Path Ahead Astrology Forecast: This week’s astrology brings us to the edge of transformation- literally. Three major planets hit the final, potent degree of their signs: Mars at 29° Leo, Uranus at 29° Taurus, and the Sun at 29° Gemini, just before entering Cancer and activating the Solstice gateway. Register for my third (free!) Season by Seaso…

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E3 - UFO Lingo: A-D 17:55

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In UFO Lingo, Sev breaks down the most commonly used buzzwords, terms, and acronyms in Ufology. In order to know what’s going on, we need to understand the terminology. This episode covers UFO and ET-related words starting with the letters A through D. Stick around for the short Quiz at the end! Whether you are new to the world of UFOs and ETs or n…

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Jupiter in Cancer and the Battle for Your Inner Peace 32:23

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Bonus Episode! Jupiter has officially moved into Cancer, amplifying emotional wisdom and asking us to come home to what truly nourishes. But with so much fear, outrage, and programming flying around in the collective, it’s easy to lose your center and forget what’s real. Find Natha Here This episode is a reminder to slow down, soothe your nervous s…

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Technology and China in the New Political Economy 1:24:05

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The innovation, use and experience, and exchange of new and emerging technologies today are influenced by the role that China plays in global politics and economy. Recorded on April 18, 2025, this Matrix on Point panel brought together experts of the Chinese political economy and law and society in a conversation to discuss the political, economic,…

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Governing Giants: Law, Politics, and Antitrust 1:18:43

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Large corporations increasingly dominate markets, the flow of information, and political influence. In response, many governments have used antitrust policies in an attempt to rein in companies. Examples include investigations and cases brought by the United States and the European Union against Google, in addition to major investigations against M…

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Driving Change: The Maths Behind Autonomous Vehicles - with Prof Michael Milford 59:32

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A few short years ago, it was one of the most hyped technology fields around. But after all that excitement, where are we now with autonomous vehicles — or driverless cars? In this episode, we go under the hood to explore how AVs gather and use data, and the complex mathematics that helps them navigate a messy, unpredictable world. What are the cha…

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Ep. 73 | Season One Wrap: Why I Disappeared + The Episodes That Broke the Internet 26:31

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Hey legends, holy shit, we're back and it's been a wild ride. I literally disappeared for an entire month because I went through what I can only describe as an identity crisis mixed with the most intense clearing-out process of my life. But here's the thing, today marks exactly one year since we launched Controversial as Fuck, and I'm bloody proud …

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Venus Square Pluto + Full Moon Shakeup 🌕💥: Shadow Money, Mental Spirals & Big Breakthroughs 29:45

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The Path Ahead Astrology Forecast: This week’s astrology brings a potent mix of shadow work, mental overdrive, and breakthrough energy — are you ready to hold your center? Register for my free astrology workshop: Portal of Possibility on June 21 (solstice time!) 💸 Venus square Pluto exposes hidden patterns around money, self-worth, and desire, don’…

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The Dark Side of Gemini: Ghosting, Gossip, and Communication Chaos 19:53

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Astrology for Awakening: Are you ghosting, gossiping, or just talking in circles? In this episode, we explore the shadow side of Gemini, the flaky, avoidant, over-talking, and truth-bending tendencies we all fall into sometimes. Whether it’s brushing things under the rug, pretending everything’s fine, or saying what people want to hear to avoid con…

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E2 - Sounds Like a Klingon Name 20:31

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Sev recounts her life-changing extraterrestrial contact in September 2017, which took place on the Inner Banks of North Carolina. She shares how the experience profoundly transformed her life and led her on a journey to understand a lifetime of ET encounters. In seeking guidance, she connected with renowned researcher Kathleen Marden. Now, eight ye…

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Money & Desire Rewired: Astrology Forecast June 2-8 2025 20:09

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Venus is entering Taurus, and everything is about to feel a little more real. But before you sink into the comfort of Venus in her home sign, this week invites you to look deeper (especially around love, money, magnetism, and worthiness). Find Natha here We’re still doing the work. The asteroid Eros joins the conversation, adding heat, desire, and …

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Gemini Wisdom: Different Smarts for Different Hearts 20:28

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Gemini season brings gifts that go way beyond just being chatty. In this episode, we explore the many flavors of intelligence—emotional, intuitive, street-smart—and why your brain doesn’t need to look like anyone else’s to be brilliant. Find Natha here We also get into how Gemini helps you process overwhelming information with humor, stay light whe…

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Designing the Tools that Shape Data Science - with Dr Hadley Wickham 47:44

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We’re diving into the design and development of the tools that have transformed data science and statistical programming — with none other than Dr Hadley Wickham. Hadley is the Chief Scientist at Posit (formerly RStudio), where he leads the Tidyverse team. This team is behind some of the most widely used open-source packages in the R programming la…