Best Streams In The Desert LIVE Podcasts (2025)

The waitlist for child care subsidies in Arizona continues to grow. We’ll hear why that matters — and some ideas to get families off the list. Plus, the Show's holiday gift guide for the book lovers in your life.

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Filtered: Affordability, Power & a President Unraveling: Trump Tariffs, Truth Social Meltdown & the Left’s Big Lesson 1:00:46

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In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we look at how affordability, power, and presidential behavior collide, from Costco’s lawsuit over Trump tariffs to a late-night Truth Social meltdown and the surprising idea that progressives should learn from Trump’s brutal efficiency in using government power. What we cover: Costco vs. Trump’s Tariffs …

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Filtered: Self-Driving Lives Saved, Social Media Tribes & Big Tech’s Media Bubble 1:02:15

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Self-driving cars are now logging millions of fully driverless miles, and the data say they are dramatically safer than human drivers. So why are we still accepting more than 1.3 million road deaths a year worldwide? In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we unpack the numbers, the psychology, and the politics behind autonomous vehicles. Then …

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Filtered: LeBron’s Streak, Gehry’s Genius & the iPad Generation 1:07:44

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LeBron James finally scored fewer than 10 points in an NBA game for the first time since 2007, and still proves why his habits, sleep, and discipline may be even more impressive than his 1,297-game streak. We unpack what that kind of consistency really looks like, and contrast it with the short, volatile peak of former NBA star David Thompson. We t…

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Filtered: Netflix’s $72B Bid for HBO & Warner Bros, Crypto Scams & Trump’s Boat War 1:19:57

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Netflix wants to swallow Hollywood’s crown jewels. In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker: We break down Netflix’s $72 billion plan to acquire Warner Bros and HBO and what it means for competition, movie theaters, and the future of streaming. We examine how a frustrated homeowner and his RATGDO device became the symbol of a larger fight over wh…

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Arizona Independent Party name will confuse independent voters 50:04

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Sen. Mark Kelly continues to speak out about U.S. military action, amidst calls for him to be punished over a video about it. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week’s top stories. Plus, what scientists have learned from the ongoing oil leak on the USS Arizona.

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Some crime victims can stay in the U.S. on a special visa. They're being deported 45:13

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Victims of crimes in the U.S. can get a visa to stay — if they work with prosecutors to put perpetrators behind bars. Now some are being targeted for deportation. Plus, why some air traffic controllers were not affected by the federal government shutdown.

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Filtered: Botox, Pentagon Gag Orders & Billionaires: Trump, Kim Kardashian and the Rigged Game 1:02:57

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Botox and Ozempic on Zoom calls. Pentagon gag orders on the press. Kim Kardashian versus the California bar exam. Trump’s Ukraine “deal” with Putin. And a Supreme Court case that could give billionaires even more leverage over U.S. elections. In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, TJ walks through five major stories and filters them through co…

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Clone Wars S3 • The Nightsisters Arc: Eps 12-14 50:58

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When Count Dooku betrays Asajj Ventress on Palpatine's orders, she returns to her origins on Dathomir—and the revenge plot that unfolds introduces one of the most tragic characters in Star Wars. This three-episode arc of Clone Wars explores the dark magic of the Nightsisters, Mother Talzin's machinations, and ends with a shocking revelation: Darth …

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When the Golden Age and the Intelligence Explosion of A.I. Collide (re-broadcast of Ep. 552)

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When the Golden Age and the Intelligence Explosion of A.I. Collide (re-broadcast of Ep. 552)By Streams in the Desert LIVE!

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Filtered: AI Gold Rush, Snack Lawsuits & Trump’s ‘Garbage’ Rant 1:07:57

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A deep-red House district in Tennessee that Donald Trump won by more than twenty points just fell to a single-digit margin in a special election. Is this a red-alert for Republicans, a blue wave for Democrats—or just normal midterm gravity doing its work? Next, we go to America’s campuses, where artificial intelligence has become the hot new major.…

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How will Sen. Kelly's viral video, investigation affect his political future? 45:00

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Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly may be affected politically by the back and forth with President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. And the cognitive fatigue of trying to figure out if the voices you hear online are human or not.

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Filtered: Billionaires, Baristas & War Crimes: Starbucks $39M Payout, Swiss Tax Revolt & Hegseth Fallout 1:02:54

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Starbucks is forced to pay nearly $39 million in New York City’s largest-ever worker protection settlement after officials say the company shredded baristas’ rights to stable schedules. In Switzerland, voters crush a proposed 50% inheritance tax on fortunes above 50 million francs, sending a loud message about how tightly democracy still hugs billi…

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A Tiny Desert Concert with nerdcore TikTok superstar CG5 38:10

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Officials are waiting to hear how much money Arizona will get as part of the Rural Health Transformation Program. We’ll hear what the state is asking for. Plus, a Tiny Desert Concert with a Valley artist who rose to online superstardom writing songs about video games.

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New dust storm ranking system provides more insight into Arizona haboobs 35:41

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Phoenix has a new ranking system to measure the severity of dust storms. One of its creators explains what you need to know about the scale. Plus, Tombstone’s historic Bird Cage Theater pulls back the curtain on 19th century boomtown culture.

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Filtered: Rage Bait, Kids’ Phones, War Crimes & Rising Authoritarianism 1:23:39

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A deep dive into five major stories shaping politics, technology, and society: Why “rage bait” is the Word of the Year, and what it says about online manipulation The science behind why early smartphones harm kids Why young workers are heading back to the office Bipartisan warnings that Pete Hegseth’s Caribbean strikes may be war crimes Oregon’s go…

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Filtered: Surveillance, Brexit & E-Bikes: How Power Dodges Blame (and Why Trump’s DJT Stock Is Crashing) 1:26:12

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In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we connect five big stories under one theme: how powerful people and institutions dodge blame while everyone else absorbs the cost. NYC’s progressive surveillance state – Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani inherits and embraces one of the most expansive camera networks on earth, built in partnership with tech bil…

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Filtered: College Millions, MAGA Chaos & a President Unhinged 50:09

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In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we analyze a week of extraordinary political turbulence and public money waste. From LSU paying Brian Kelly $54 million not to coach, to Speaker Mike Johnson admitting he’s overwhelmed and not really in control, to Scott Bessent’s inflation denial, JD Vance’s fading 2028 prospects, Trump’s Russia-friendly…

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Filtered: Why the World Is Better Than Ever (Thanksgiving Reality Check) 46:48

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This Thanksgiving, Filtered with TJ Walker steps back from the daily news cycle for a data-driven reality check on the state of the world. TJ tackles the negativity bias, our tendency to focus on dramatic, recent bad news, and contrasts it with long-term global trends that rarely make headlines. Using data from major international sources, he walks…

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If your church is not changing you, its time to change your church part 2 (re-broadcast of Ep. 212)

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If your church is not changing you, its time to change your church part 2 (re-broadcast of Ep. 212)By Streams in the Desert LIVE!

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If your church is not changing you, its time to change your church part 2 (re-broadcast of Ep. 212) 1:03:05

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By Streams in the Desert LIVE!

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ASU, UA marching bands duel in their own Territorial Cup rivalry 45:17

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This Friday, ASU and UA’s football teams face off — and so do their marching bands. We'll hear from ASU’s head drum major about how he's preparing for the big show. Plus, a look ahead at the coming year in Arizona politics.

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Filtered: Thanksgiving Inflation Shock, AI Fake Singers, GOP Putin Rift & Trump’s Creeping Socialism 54:56

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This special Thanksgiving-week episode of Filtered with TJ Walker covers five big stories through the lens of data, incentives, and communication, rather than partisan spin. Topics covered: Thanksgiving Sticker Shock & Inflation Reality Check Why this year’s Thanksgiving grocery bill is the most expensive ever, what’s really driving the spike in tu…

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Finally sworn in, Adelita Grijalva is ready to take on the border wall, ICE, tariffs and more 49:33

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Adelita Grijalva had to wait 50 days to finally be sworn into the seat she won in Congress. Now that she’s officially in office, what will she do with it? Plus, a new mapmaking project documents the stories of Phoenix trees.

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Filtered: Comey Humiliated, Campbell’s Exposed, and the ShamWow Candidate 48:44

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This episode of Filtered with TJ Walker takes you through four sharp stories about law, branding, and political theater. A federal judge tosses the Trump administration’s case against James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James after ruling the supposed prosecutor was never properly appointed. TJ explains how this became a “comedy of er…

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Filtered: Are We Spending Ourselves Miserable? Money, Kids & Trump’s Fake “Efficiency” 1:13:11

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Americans say they need more money to feel secure, but fresh polling shows the real frustration is about how we save and spend, not just how much we make. In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we unpack the gap between income and happiness, from everyday coffee victories to long-term financial freedom. Then we widen the lens: Kids & social me…

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Trump’s pick to lead the BLM has a long history of supporting oil and gas 49:53

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President Donald Trump has nominated a former New Mexico congressman to lead the Bureau of Land Management. We’ll hear why Republicans are thrilled about his past support for oil and gas. Plus, one of Arizona’s own marching bands heads to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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Filtered: Rich Aren’t Fleeing NYC, Mexico’s Trade Flex & Trump’s New Corruption Storm 1:29:58

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New York’s elites were supposed to be running for the exits under democratic socialist mayor Zohran Mamdani. Instead, luxury rents are soaring, and the billionaires are staying put. At the same time, Mexico has quietly become the top buyer of U.S. goods, reshaping “America First” economics while China slips back. In this episode of Filtered with TJ…

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Filtered: Billionaires, Bots & Skinny Shots: Who’s Really Running Things? 1:32:55

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Today on Filtered with TJ Walker, we follow the money and the power: Warner Bros Discovery in play – Paramount, Comcast and Netflix line up with bids that could reshape Hollywood, streaming, and cable all at once. The right-wing YouTube economy – Conservative podcasters and influencers turn “vote with your wallet” into a powerful ad machine, buildi…

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Voting chaos is a myth. Why do we need the Arizona Secure Elections Act? 47:38

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Some state lawmakers want to change the state’s election system — including early voting. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week’s top stories. Plus, a Tucson ecologist on using ancient Japanese pottery as a model for our relationship to the environment.

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Subway Scents, Brain Gains, and Murdoch’s California Gamble 1:21:51

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Americans keep being told we’re hopelessly divided. The data says otherwise. In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we begin with a massive Gallup democracy survey, which shows that Americans are surprisingly united on several key issues: rejecting political violence, supporting leaders' willingness to compromise, embracing free speech, and ev…

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No reopening in sight for Camelback Mountain’s Echo Canyon Trail 45:00

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Camelback Mountain’s iconic Echo Canyon Trail is closed and local hikers aren't happy about it. Hear how the city is addressing unstable boulders and other safety issues. Plus, why the "tradwife" phenomenon is missing a crucial component: "trad-husbands."

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Filtered: Nvidia’s Record AI Haul, Summers-Epstein Fallout, and the Charlie Kirk Purge 1:18:43

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Nvidia just posted a $31.9 billion profit and a colossal revenue surge on the back of the A.I. boom. Is this sustainable transformation, or the center of an A.I. bubble ready to pop? TJ Walker unpacks Nvidia’s dominance, “circular” AI investment deals, and why some economists think we’re in a “rational bubble” that could still move the economy to a…

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Clone Wars S3 • The Mortis Arc: Eps 15-17 50:45

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Matthew, Erin, and Alex dive into the Clone Wars' most mystical and mind-bending storyline: the Mortis arc. When Anakin, Obi-Wan, and Ahsoka are summoned to a Force-rich realm where three powerful beings—the Father, the Son, and the Daughter—control the balance between light and dark, everything we thought we knew about the Chosen One prophecy gets…

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If your church is not changing you. its time to change your church (re-broadcast of Ep. 210)

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If your church is not changing you. its time to change your church (re-broadcast of Ep. 210)By Streams in the Desert LIVE!

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If your church is not changing you. its time to change your church (re-broadcast of Ep. 210) 1:02:18

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Filtered: Big Tech’s Antitrust Win, Robotaxis, Epstein Files & Trump’s Saudi Embrace 1:27:57

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Big Tech just beat the government in court. Self-driving taxis are rolling out fastest in red states. Congress suddenly finds the courage to demand Epstein files be released. And Donald Trump is throwing a lavish White House welcome for Saudi Arabia’s crown prince despite the CIA’s conclusion that he ordered Jamal Khashoggi’s murder. In this episod…

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Flagstaff played a big role in America’s obsession with life on Mars 50:36

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Earthlings have been fascinated with Mars — and the possibility of life on Mars — for years. Learn about Arizona’s role in that initial interest. Plus, two Arizona doctors on the risks and rewards of treating inflammation.

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Filtered: Shark Tank Trouble, Housing Slide, and the MAGA Crackup 1:22:19

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This episode examines six powerful stories shaping the national conversation. Larry Summers retreats from public life after Epstein-related emails surface. Most U.S. homes have lost value over the past year. Donald Trump faces open defiance within MAGA over the Epstein files. Shark Tank delivers its weakest season ever. Billionaire Bill Ackman’s da…

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'Everybody's into it:' A group of die-hard fantasy baseball players find kindred spirits 46:14

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AI-powered robots have been taking aerial photos of Arizona — and those photographs are raising privacy concerns. Plus, a group of die-hard fantasy baseball "geeks" find kindred spirit s at First Pitch Arizona.

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Fueled by images on TikTok, migrants are returning to their home countries 49:41

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Record numbers of migrants were taking the dangerous trek north to the U.S. through South America — until the Trump Administration took over. Now they’re going back. Plus, the case for co-living spaces as an answer to the Valley’s housing shortage.

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Filtered: A.I., Epstein Files & Global Gen Z Unrest, The Stories Beneath the Headlines 1:29:16

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Today’s episode connects five major stories shaping global politics and technology. • Why the sharp decline in international students threatens America’s future workforce • Mexico City’s mass Gen Z protests and the global youth rebellion • Jeff Bezos’ $6.2B A.I. project pushing intelligence into the physical world • The president’s sudden push to r…

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Filtered: America’s Breaking Point: ICE Raids, Trump-Epstein Fallout & the Rise of AI “Children” 1:11:14

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In today’s episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we examine a nation stretched to its limits. We explore the explosive new data on Paycheck America, the strange in-flight scandal involving Rep. Brad Sherman, alarming federal ICE operations in Charlotte, Tim Dillon’s viral critique tying Trump to the Epstein file battle, and the rise of people forming…

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Filtered: Wall Street Scandals, Streaming Power Plays, and Political Fallout 1:30:21

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Today’s episode of Filtered with TJ Walker breaks down five major stories shaping business, media, and politics. Story 1 - A.I.G. Turmoil A.I.G. loses its incoming president over undisclosed misconduct while a former top executive heads toward trial for alleged assault. What this reveals about corporate culture, oversight, and accountability at one…

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Will Grijalva change the math of Congress beyond Epstein files vote? 46:32

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The federal government is once again open and Arizona’s Congressional delegation is once again whole. Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week’s top stories. Plus, how hearing the blues in Marrakesh shaped the sound of a globe-trotting Valley musician.

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Filtered: AI Cheating, Hollywood Star Collapse & New Epstein-Trump Emails 1:26:03

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This episode of Filtered with TJ Walker dives into five major stories reshaping global education, media, politics, and business. From A.I. cheating scandals at South Korea’s top universities to Hollywood’s continued box-office collapse, we explore the forces driving the week’s biggest headlines. Plus: a rise in right-wing speech restrictions on U.S…

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Filtered | Robots, Pennies & Power: Trump, Epstein, Work, and the Mental Strain of Modern Life 1:12:54

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In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, everything connects, from Jeffrey Epstein’s emails about Donald Trump to Japan’s overworked leadership, from the DNC’s staff revolt to the death of the American penny. TJ explores how technology, politics, and exhaustion collide in a world obsessed with dominance and “winning.” You’ll hear how Russia’s ro…

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How the federal shutdown affected the Grand Canyon and its employees 46:38

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The government shutdown impacted lots of institutions, including national parks. Hear how the Grand Canyon and its surrounding communities were affected. Plus, looking at body size through a civil rights lens.

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The Specter of 1937 (re-broadcast of Ep. 72)

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The Specter of 1937 (re-broadcast of Ep. 72)By Streams in the Desert LIVE!