Best Source Weekly Bend Podcasts (2025)

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Epstein’s Secret Network: Trump Tracking, Israeli Ops, and 20,000 Pages of Madness 48:05

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On this episode, David & Joe discuss: 0:00 - Intro & Show milestone celebrations 1:44 - Thomas Massie got 218 signatures to release Epstein Files 5:12 - Lauren Boebert holds firm 6:58 - 20,000-Page Document Dump from GOP Oversight 23:30 - Dropsite Reports: Leaked Emails from Ehud Barak 33:39 - How is the Administration Reacting? Become a member and…

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Government Shutdown Ends, GOP Empty-Handed 1:14:32

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On this episode, David & Joe discuss: 0:00 - Intro & Show milestone celebrations 8:42 - The Government Reopens 13:37 - Republicans got nothing 26:39 - What Democrats wanted & got 35:28 - Trump’s Fox Interview with Laura Ingraham 1:03:50 - Stimmies 1:08:09 - Sitting down with Al Qaeda Become a member and get cool stuff at humanreactionpod.com To hel…

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Bend Don't Break: Michael Gesme, Conductor of the Central Oregon Symphony and Professor at COCC 33:48

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In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, host Aaron Switzer sits down with Michael Gesme, conductor of the Central Oregon Symphony and longtime professor at COCC, as he prepares to retire after 30 years of shaping the region’s classical music scene. Michael reflects on his journey from the Midwest to Bend, the evolution of local performance spaces, and…

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Data Centers in Space + A.I. Policy on the Right + A Gemini History Mystery 1:11:30

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This week, we talk about Google’s new plan to build data centers in space. Then, we’re joined by Dean Ball, a former adviser at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. Ball worked on the Trump administration’s A.I. Action Plan, and he shares his inside view on how those policies came together. Finally, Professor Mark Humphries join…

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EXPERT Tips on Using Livescope from a KAYAK 1:06:15

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Send us a text n this episode of Kayak Fishing Weekly, I sit down with Jake Angules to break down what separates good anglers from great ones, efficiency on the water. We dive deep into kayak fishing electronics, how to use Livescope the right way, and the habits that help you find and catch more fish. From optimizing your graph settings to reading…

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Is the MAGA Civil War Opening the Door for Democrats? 1:42:57

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On this episode, David & Kyle discuss: 0:00 - Intro & Banter 1:56 - Backlash to Fuentes & Carlson 57:54 - Off-Year Election Swings Blue 1:27:54 - But how is the Economy going? Become a member and get cool stuff at humanreactionpod.com To help us select the stories to cover each week, join our discord at this link!⁠⁠ https://discord.gg/B9HD5r7GxK AB…

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We Met NEO, the Viral Humanoid Robot + HatGPT 1:08:04

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This week, we’re joined by Bernt Bornich, chief executive of 1X. We talked with him about NEO, his company’s new humanoid robot, which has the internet buzzing. Then we meet NEO itself, and compare notes on the experience. Finally, we close the week with a roundup of tech news headlines: It’s time for some HatGPT. Guests: Bernt Bornich, chief execu…

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Bend Don't Break: Katy Brooks, City of Bend’s Economic Development Officer 30:25

10h ago30:25

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In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Aaron Switzer reconnects with Katy Brooks, now serving as Bend’s Economic Development Officer, to talk about her shift from Chamber CEO to city strategist. Katy shares her vision for supporting small businesses, improving infrastructure, and making Bend more welcoming to new and growing industries. They explore …

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5 Simple Tips that Make Kayak Fishing Easier 58:02

5h ago58:02

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Send us a text Kayak fishing doesn’t have to be complicated, and today on Kayak Fishing Weekly, we break down 5 things that instantly make kayak fishing easier for both river anglers and lake anglers. Whether you’re new to kayak fishing or looking to streamline your setup for faster, safer, and more efficient days on the water, this episode covers …

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Gen Z & Christian Nationalism 1:03:41

5d ago1:03:41

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On this episode, David & Kyle welcome Jeremy Carl to the show. We explore one of the most surprising political shifts of the decade: young men turning away from the left. Since 2024, Gen Z males across the West have defied traditional voting models — leaning not toward socialism or liberalism, but toward conservatism, populism, and nationalist move…

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Fuentes Pt. 3: Going Mainstream 1:13:42

9d ago1:13:42

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On this episode, David, Kyle & Joe discuss: 0:00 - Intro & Banter 1:30 - Fuentes On Carlson - ReAction Thoughts 4:50 - Clips from the Pod 51:57 - Reactions from the Woke Right Become a member and get cool stuff at humanreactionpod.com To help us select the stories to cover each week, join our discord at this link!⁠⁠ https://discord.gg/B9HD5r7GxK AB…

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Character.AI’s Teen Chatbot Crackdown + Elon Musk Groks Wikipedia + 48 Hours Without A.I. 1:00:38

17d ago1:00:38

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This week, Character.AI announced that it would soon be taking its A.I. companions away from teens. We explain why this is a major development in the world of chatbots and child safety and how we expect other companies to respond. Then, Elon Musk has built a Wikipedia clone called “Grokipedia.” We discuss what it means for the control of knowledge …

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Secrets to Winning More Kayak Fishing Tournaments 1:11:17

7d ago1:11:17

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Send us a text On today's episode, Luis Delgado is joined by Abby Abbondanza on Kayak Fishing Weekly to talk about his Kayak Bassmaster AOY Win and what it takes to consistently win at the national level of Kayak Bass Fishing! 📌 Important Links: Abby's IG: https://www.instagram.com/abbyabbondanzafishing?igsh=MTYxbnljZzdvMnljMA== Luis' IG: https://w…

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Bernie Sanders Yells at Clouds 1:05:31

17d ago1:05:31

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On this episode, David, Kyle & Joe react to Bernie Sanders' interview with Tim Dillon. Become a member and get cool stuff at humanreactionpod.com To help us select the stories to cover each week, join our discord at this link!⁠⁠ https://discord.gg/B9HD5r7GxK ABOUT THE SHOW This show is your weekly source for independent commentary on news, culture,…

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Mamdani vs. Cuomo Battle for New York 1:04:11

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On this episode, David, Kyle & Joe discuss: 0:00 - Intro & Banter 2:12 - Why do we care who the mayor of NYC is? 5:26 - NYC Mayoral Debate Highlights 12:37 - Who is Mamdani? 19:12 - Mamdani on the Flagrant Podcast 38:49 - The Jewish vs. Islam narrative 48:06 - Reminders on Cuomo 55:39 - Mamdani’s ever-changing accent Become a member and get cool st…

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Celebrities Fight Sora + Amazon’s Secret Automation Plans + ChatGPT Gets a Browser 1:07:57

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Backlash to OpenAI’s video generation app Sora has reached a new tipping point. We discuss two big changes the company is making, after Bryan Cranston and the family of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. complained about deepfakes. Then, New York Times reporter Karen Weise joins us to discuss her scoop that Amazon plans to reduce its hiring needs …

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Why You Should Start Kayak Fishing Today 1:14:27

24d ago1:14:27

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Send us a text On today's episode, Luis Delgado is joined by Yak Tribe Founder Heith, to talk about his journey from saltwater roots to building one of the most authentic and impactful communities in kayak fishing. We dive into the story behind Yak Tribe’s growth, how faith and purpose fuel his mission, and what it really takes to be an entrepreneu…

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The AI Future is Bright 1:06:24

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On this episode, David & Kyle discuss: 0:00 - Intro & Banter 1:42 - AI has reached Critical Mass 9:25 - Energy Strain 19:29 - Water Wars 23:53 - The AI Bubble 31:37 - Job Market 40:40 - David Sachs vs. Anthropic 56:31- Predictions Become a member and get cool stuff at humanreactionpod.com To help us select the stories to cover each week, join our d…

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There is No Bailout of Argentina 46:13

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On this episode, David & Kyle discuss: 0:00 - Intro & Banter 1:00 - Argentina’s “Bailout” 15:01 - Did the Milei movement help Argentina? 25:39 - What is Trump’s motive? 32:01 - Criticism 37:29 - Kyle’s Takeaway 43:25 - Why Argentina is important on the RealPolitik level Become a member and get cool stuff at humanreactionpod.com To help us select th…

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California Regulates A.I. Companions + OpenAI Investigates Its Critics + The Hard Fork Review of Slop 1:05:10

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This week, Gov. Gavin Newsom of California signed a big package of A.I. and social media bills into law — including the first state law in the United States to regulate A.I. companions. We talk through what stood out to us in the package and whether these protections will work. Then, the subpoena that has the whole tech world talking. Nathan Calvin…

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Is Kayak Fishing in California Worth it? (Ft. Greg Blanchard) 1:13:04

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Send us a text On today's episode, Luis Delgado is joined by Greg Blanchard to talk California fishing, tournament fishing, and the life of a full time content creator. 📌 Important Links: Greg Blanchard: https://www.youtube.com/@UCot60x8vZCIBq7T3_SzRKCQ Luis Delgado: https://www.youtube.com/@northgafisherman 📌Use code SERIOUS10 for 10% off your ord…

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Ep. 182 - The Left Has A Political Violence Problem 58:32

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On this episode, David, Kyle & Joe discuss: 0:00 - Intro & Banter 3:10 - Is the US in an Escalatory Spiral of Political violence? 5:00 - The Physical & Media Space 21:01 - Lack of Leadership on the Left Become a member and get cool stuff at humanreactionpod.com To help us select the stories to cover each week, join our discord at this link!⁠⁠ https…

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Fascist Trump Brings Peace To The Middle East? 1:03:45

1M ago1:03:45

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On this episode, David, Kyle & Joe discuss: 0:00 - Intro & Banter 4:04 - Israel and Hamas negotiations close (another) deal 6:26 - Trump’s 20 Point Peace Plan 15:35 - Who are the winners and losers? 23:46 - Itamar Ben-Gvir 33:55 - What happens to Bibi? 35:00 - Trump Calls Off Diplomatic Outreach to Venezuela 46:00 - Alternative Motive Become a memb…

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ChatGPT’s Platform Play + a Trillion-Dollar GPU Empire + the Queen of Slop 1:06:35

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This week, we discuss the standout moments from our field trip to OpenAI’s third annual DevDay — including a bizarre chat between Jony Ive and Sam Altman, and the announcement that OpenAI is putting apps into ChatGPT. Then, we try to make sense of the massive computing deal between OpenAI and AMD, and how it could impact the larger economy. And fin…

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Winning Baits from Toledo Bend Kayak Bassmaster Win 58:33

28d ago58:33

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Send us a text Send us a text On today's episode, Luis Delgado is joined by Bryan Howell on Kayak Fishing Weekly to talk about his latest win on Toledo Bend for the Kayak Bassmaster Series 📌 Important Links: Luis' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northgafisherman?igsh=aGtqcWZpdTB3bjNi&utm_source=qr Brandon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com…

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Ep. 180 - Democrats Close the Government 1:11:47

1M ago1:11:47

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On this episode, David, Kyle & Joe discuss: 0:00 - Intro & Banter 2:46 - Government Shutdown Season 7:19 - Estimated 10-Year Savings from GOP budget proposal 13:57 - Republican & Democrat Positions 19:57 Gavin Newsom trying to take on that Trumpian Aura 33:44 - Hakeem Jefferies Day 2 Messaging 35:13 - Trump Trolling Schumer and Jeffries 48:06 - JD …

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Sora and the Infinite Slop Feeds + ChatGPT Goes to Therapy + Hot Mess Express 1:05:54

2M ago1:05:54

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This week, we’re talking about the new A.I.-generated video tools and social media feeds from Google, Meta and OpenAI. Is this how A.I. is going to cure cancer? Then, the psychotherapist Gary Greenberg stops by to discuss his recent New Yorker essay about treating ChatGPT as a patient, and why what he saw left him unsettled. And finally, all aboard…

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Fall Kayak Bass Fishing Tips for the West Coast! 1:10:00

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Send us a text Send us a text On today's episode, Luis Delgado is joined by Brandon Hua on Kayak Fishing Weekly to talk about his West Coast Fall Fishing and Kayak Tournaments 📌 Important Links: Luis' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northgafisherman?igsh=aGtqcWZpdTB3bjNi&utm_source=qr Brandon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonhua.f…

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The Great A.I. Build-Out + H-1B Visa Chaos + TikTok Braces for the Rapture 52:41

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This week, an eye-popping $100 billion deal between OpenAI and Nvidia — along with an announcement about the construction of five new American data centers — has us re-examining our predictions of an A.I. bubble. Then, we try to make sense of the Trump administration’s changes to the H-1B visa program, which generated mixed reactions from tech lead…

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Pregnant Libs Chug Tylenol to Protest Trump 1:20:47

2M ago1:20:47

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On this episode, David, Kyle & Joe discuss: 0:00 - Intro & Banter 2:16 - Tylenol 49:25 - DOJ Indicting Comey Become a member and get cool stuff at humanreactionpod.com To help us select the stories to cover each week, join our discord at this link!⁠⁠ https://discord.gg/B9HD5r7GxK ABOUT THE SHOW This show is your weekly source for independent commen…

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Bend Don't Break: Cyrus Mooney, City of Bend Business Advocate 21:48

2M ago21:48

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In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Aaron sits down with Cyrus Mooney, Business Development Manager for the City of Bend, whose path from student affairs to civic leadership reflects a deep commitment to service and connection. With roots in Sherwood and a decade in Corvallis, Cyrus brings a rare blend of empathy, adaptability, and strategic insig…

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Kayak Fishing Full Time 59:24

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Send us a text On today's episode, Luis Delgado is joined by Jake Heppner on Kayak Fishing Weekly to talk about his journey as a full time content creator and avid angle. 📌 Important Links: Luis' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northgafisherman?igsh=aGtqcWZpdTB3bjNi&utm_source=qr Jake's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ilyakkin?igsh=ZW1zZj…

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Bend Don't Break: Lace Thornberg, Central Oregon LandWatch Communications Director 24:57

2M ago24:57

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This week on Bend Don’t Break, host Aaron Switzer sits down with Lace Thornberg, Communications Director at Central Oregon LandWatch. Lace shares how her journey through conservation organizations across the West eventually led her to Bend, where she now channels her passion for land use, public lands, and ensuring equitable access to nature. Their…

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Ep. 178 - What Really Happened to Charlie Kirk? 1:59:40

2M ago1:59:40

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On this episode, David, Kyle & Joe discuss: 0:00 - Intro & Banter 2:14 - Tyler Robinson: The Official Investigation 37:07 - The Alternative Open Source Investigation 58:04 - What Charlie Kirk’s Murder means for America 1:30:07 - Censorship & Accountability Become a member and get cool stuff at humanreactionpod.com To help us select the stories to c…

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Charlie Kirk and Online Rage + Inside Trump’s Chip Flip + This Week in A.I. 1:13:47

2M ago1:13:47

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This week, we discuss the assassination of Charlie Kirk, freedom of speech and the terrifying new reality of extremely online violence. Then The Times’s David Yaffe-Bellany brings us inside the blockbuster New York Times investigation into a $2 billion investment in Trump’s crypto company World Liberty Financial and a controversial deal to send the…

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Off Grid Kayak Fishing with Big Baits! 1:07:30

2M ago1:07:30

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Send us a text On today's episode, Luis Delgado is joined by Eric Goodson on Kayak Fishing Weekly to talk about targeting aggressive river bass with big glide baits 📌 Important Links: Luis' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northgafisherman?igsh=aGtqcWZpdTB3bjNi&utm_source=qr Eric's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atypicaloutdoors?igsh=MW16…

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Ep. 177 - Remembering Charlie Kirk 41:55

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On this episode, David shares his heartfelt thoughts and personal reflections on the shocking assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk. With raw honesty, he addresses the immediate impact of this tragedy and responds to the reactions from the left. As tensions continue to rise across the nation, David asks the difficult question: Wher…

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Are We Past Peak iPhone? + Eliezer Yudkowsky on A.I. Doom 1:12:24

2M ago1:12:24

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Apple’s yearly iPhone event took place this week, and it left us asking, Is Apple losing the juice? We break down all the new products the company announced and discuss where it goes from here. Then, Eliezer Yudkowsky, one of the most fascinating people in A.I., has a new book coming out: “If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies.” He joins us to make th…

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Bend Don't Break: Steve Platt, Bend City Councilman 26:03

2M ago26:03

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In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, host Aaron Switzer sits down with Bend City Councilman Steve Platt, whose journey from fighter pilot to physics teacher to public servant reveals a deep commitment to community, resilience, and thoughtful leadership.Steve shares how his global military career and experience commanding squadrons shaped his approa…

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Ep. 176 - RFK Jr. DOMINATES Senate Committee Hearing 41:45

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On this episode, David & Joe react to the RFK Jr. Committee Hearing: 0:00 - Intro & Banter 0:49 - Chronic Disease 4:48 - Destroying Autism Data and MMR 16:19 - VAERS and myocarditis 21:52 - Teachers Union Wrote the school recommendation? 25:29 - Politicization 30:19 - Elisabeth Warren 34:05 - RFK Jr. vs. Rep. Michael Bennet Become a member and get …

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Ep. 175 - We Won't Let Epstein Die....Again 55:25

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On this episode, David, Kyle & Joe discuss: 0:00 - Intro & Banter 2:15 - Massie is Back 14:59 - Backlash from MAGA 21:41 - House Oversight Committee subpoena 29:36 - James O’Keefe Strikes again 36:20 - Meanwhile, Trump is saving Cracker Barrel 37:59 - Michael Tracy Become a member and get cool stuff at humanreactionpod.com To help us select the sto…

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A.I. School Is in Session: Two Takes on the Future of Education 1:11:48

2M ago1:11:48

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This week, we check in on the state of artificial intelligence in education. We talk with a co-founder of Alpha Schools, MacKenzie Price, about how her private K-12 schools are using A.I. to generate personalized lesson plans and enabling teachers to spend their time motivating rather than teaching students. Then, the Princeton historian D. Graham …

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Bend Don't Break: Lily Raff McCaulou 32:48

2M ago32:48

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In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, host Aaron Switzer sits down with journalist and author Lily Raff McCaulou. Lily’s writing has appeared in publications such as The New York Times, The Atlantic, The Guardian, Rolling Stone, and The Bulletin, and she is the author of Call of the Mild: Learning to Hunt My Own Dinner, named one of the best books o…

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Ep. 174 - The Minnesota Shooting Doesn't Add Up 1:15:51

2M ago1:15:51

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On this episode, David, Kyle & Joe discuss: 0:00 - Intro & Banter 1:18 - The Basics 2:44 - Shooter Profile 10:39 - Motives & Manifesto 31:57 - “Thoughts and Prayers” 44:21 - What’s to blame? 1:11:00 - What will this result in? Become a member and get cool stuff at humanreactionpod.com To help us select the stories to cover each week, join our disco…

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Intel’s New Deal + Waymo C.E.O. Tekedra Mawakana on Scaling Driverless Cars + Trumps in Tech 1:02:53

3M ago1:02:53

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President Trump announced this week that the U.S. government, in a highly unusual deal, had agreed to take a 10 percent stake in the chip maker Intel, and that he was considering similar investments in other companies. We discuss why Trump cares so much about Intel, what the government is trying to accomplish with this deal, and how people in Silic…

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Ep. 173 - War in Venezuela Means Peace in Ukraine? 54:32

3M ago54:32

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On this episode, David, Kyle & Joe discuss: 0:00 - Intro & Banter 0:51 - History of U.S. and Venezuela Relations 14:20 - Trump’s First Term 17:41 - This Week 22:50 - America First 30:55 - Geo-Politics 39:35 - Domestic Politics 48:51 - US Fiscal Expenses to Control South America Become a member and get cool stuff at humanreactionpod.com To help us s…

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Is This an A.I. Bubble? + Meta’s Missing Morals + TikTok Shock Slop 1:06:31

3M ago1:06:31

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Note: This episode contains sexually explicit music. This week, the whole tech world seemed to be asking: Are we in an A.I. bubble? We’ll explore the cases for and against, including who we think stands to lose most. Then we’re joined by the journalist Jeff Horwitz to discuss his blockbuster reporting about an internal Meta policy document that per…

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Bend Don't Break: Brian August, Executive Director of the Tower Theatre Foundation 35:34

3M ago35:34

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In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, Brian K. August shares his journey to becoming the new Executive Director of the Tower Theatre Foundation. With more than twenty years of leadership experience across nonprofits, private enterprise, and global initiatives, Brian brings a thoughtful approach to strategic growth, operational excellence, and commun…

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Ep. 172 - Response to the Nick Fuentes Groypers 1:04:02

3M ago1:04:02

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On this episode, David, Kyle & Joe discuss: 0:00 - Intro & Banter 2:29 - Responding to the Groypers 35:00 - Tom Alexandrovich Become a member and get cool stuff at humanreactionpod.com To help us select the stories to cover each week, join our discord at this link!⁠⁠ https://discord.gg/B9HD5r7GxK ABOUT THE SHOW This show is your weekly source for i…

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Ep. 171 - The Nick Fuentes Question 2:14:16

3M ago2:14:16

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On this episode, David, Kyle & Joe discuss: 0:00 - Intro & Banter 4:49 - Origin Story of Nick Fuentes 15:16 - What Happened with the latest Drama? 22:17 - What does Nick Fuentes think? 46:08 - Criticisms Become a member and get cool stuff at humanreactionpod.com To help us select the stories to cover each week, join our discord at this link!⁠⁠ http…