Best Tim Brewer Podcasts (2025)

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Will Arnett 47:25

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Arnett stars in Bradley Cooper’s new film, ‘Is This Thing On?’ as a man who turns to the New York comedy scene as he grapples with his divorce. The ‘SmartLess’ podcast co-host talked with Terry Gross about voicework, how ‘Arrested Development’ changed his life, and being a troublemaker in school. Also, critic David Bianculli shares his picks for be…

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Dir. Craig Brewer Is Chasing ‘Purple Rain’ Magic 48:11

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Director Craig Brewer has made a career of telling stories about dreamers and misfits chasing something bigger than themselves, from ‘Hustle & Flow’ to ‘Dolemite Is My Name.’ Now he's back with ‘Song Sung Blue,’ a film based on the true story of a Milwaukee couple who became local legends performing as a Neil Diamond tribute band. He spoke with Ton…

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The Stories Behind Your Favorite Christmas Songs 43:51

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To celebrate the holidays, we’re looking back at four archive Fresh Air interviews discussing popular Christmas songs: First, jazz singer Mel Torme tells Terry Gross about co-writing “The Christmas Song” on a hot summer day, in an interview from 1977. Then we hear from songwriters Hugh Martin and Ralph Blane in 1989 about making “Have Yourself a Me…

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Best Of: Lucy Liu / Zadie Smith 48:42

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Lucy Liu joins Tonya Mosley to talk about her new film ‘Rosemead,’ where she stars as a terminally ill woman grappling with her teenage son’s escalating mental health crisis and the impossible choices she faces to protect him. It’s based on a true story. Also, writer Zadie Smith talks with Terry Gross about her new collection of essays, ‘Dead and A…

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John Le Carré’s Son Revives His Late Dad's Spy 46:27

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Writer Nick Harkaway grew up hearing his dad read drafts of his George Smiley novels. He picks up le Carré's beloved spymaster character in the novel ‘Karla's Choice,’ now out in paperback. He spoke with Sam Briger about choosing his own pen name, channeling his dad's writing style, and his stint writing copy for a lingerie catalogue. Learn more ab…

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Craig Brewer 58:26

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With a terrific new movie called Song Sung Blue opening on Christmas day, writer-director Craig Brewer adds another bull's-eye to his filmography, which includes Hustle and Flow, the remake of Footloose, and Eddie Murphy's Dolemite is My Name. Although completely self-taught, he had a great mentor in the late John Singleton and an ability to glean …

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Lucy Liu 44:48

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The child of Chinese immigrants, Liu grew up in Queens where she spoke Mandarin at home and didn't learn English until she was 5. She returns to the language in her new film, ‘Rosemead.’ It’s about a terminally ill mother grappling with her teenage son’s escalating mental health crisis and the impossible choices she faces to help him. Liu spoke wit…

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A Revealing Profile Of Trump Chief Of Staff Susie Wiles 46:01

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'Vanity Fair' writer Chris Whipple interviewed Trump's Chief of Staff Susie Wiles 11 times, getting her view on cabinet members, Trump's revenge tour, Venezuela policy, and why she says Trump has an "alcoholic's personality." Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy…

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Inside Virgin Media O2: Building Org Design for Mergers, Growth & the Future of Work with Dean Bonas and Adrian Clarke 40:35

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In this episode of the Org Design Podcast, Tim Brewer and Damian Bramanis sit down with Adrian Clarke and Dean Bonas from Virgin Media O2 to unpack how they built and scaled an internal Org Design capability from the ground up.From the accidental career paths that led them into OD, to the challenge of designing the joint venture between Virgin Medi…

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#093 - Dr. Alla Shapiro - The Doctor Who Was Sent Into Chernobyl Without Warning 1:10:41

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Dr. Alla Shapiro was a pediatric hematologist in Kiev when she was sent as a first responder to Chernobyl, unprepared and misled by a government determined to hide the truth. She shares the stark contrast between the official story and the reality she faced, both as a doctor and a mother. After immigrating to the U.S., she rebuilt her medical caree…

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Remembering Rob Reiner 48:29

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The great filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife Michele were killed in their home Sunday. Their son Nick has been arrested on suspicion of murder. It’s a shocking and tragic end to a life that brought joy to so many. Reiner’s contributions to American film include canonical movies such as ‘The Princess Bride,’ ‘Stand By Me,’ ‘When Harry Met Sally’ and …

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End of the Year and New Beginnings with Tim McKirdy 49:37

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Jimmy caps off a wonderful year of amazing guests with Tim McKirdy, co-founder of The Coaster - an independent podcast network. On this episode, the duo talk about Tim's early work as a writer/editor at VinePair, the meaning of "splitting the G", Mezcal, the negative impacts of monoculture, and the announcement of Sauced- a new show on The Coaster …

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ASCA Podcast #136 - Angus McEntrye 1:00:27

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Angus McEntrye is a Chiropractor, Athletics coach and Strength & Conditioning Coach. He works out of his practice AM Health & Performance in Sydney and specialises in injury diagnosis, management, and rehabilitation. Angus has worked with several different athletes and teams and has coached athletes competing at World Championships, Commonwealth Ga…

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Zadie Smith Asks, What Makes Us Feel Alive? 47:56

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Zadie Smith returns to talk with Terry Gross about her new collection of essays, 'Dead and Alive.' She reflects on the "nonsense" of generational discourse, being raised by TV, and her obsession with time. Also, Martin Johnson has an appreciation of drummer and composer Jack deJohnette, who died in October. Follow Fresh Air on instagram @nprfreshai…

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Best Of: Michael Shannon / ‘Pluribus’ Star Rhea Seehorn 47:44

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Michael Shannon understands he’s associated with some intense, menacing characters he’s played, like Agent Nelson Van Alden in ‘Boardwalk Empire.’ “I’m a big fella, and I got this giant head, and it’s not too difficult for me to seem intimidating I suppose, but it couldn’t be further from what I’m actually like,” he tells Dave Davies. In two new pr…

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Remembering Architect Frank Gehry 44:27

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Frank Gehry, whose steel and titanium curved structures seemed more like sculptures than buildings, died last week at age 96. His masterpiece was the Guggenheim museum in Bilbao, Spain. He spoke with Terry Gross in 2004 about finding his design voice. Also, we remember Raul Malo, the lead singer and songwriter of The Mavericks, the country band wit…

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Thursday, December 11th: Pat Hughes Joins WSD! 17:08

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Legendary Brewers & Cubs Play-By-Play Announcer Pat Hughes joins Wisconsin Sports Daily to discuss his close relationship with the late Bob Uecker. Pat gives his insight on the off seasons for both the Cubs & Brewers.

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A Courtside Look At NBA Legends, From Jordan To Kobe 43:20

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Legendary NBA head coach Phil Jackson and sports journalist Sam Smith talk about the stars who helped define the sport, including Jordan, Kobe, and Shaq. They spoke with Tonya Mosley about their new book, 'Masters of the Game.' Also, Justin Chang shares his picks for the 10 best films of 2025. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoice…

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#092 - Tim Doyle - Show Up, Start Ugly, Stay Consistent 22:00

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I talk about the quiet power of consistency and why showing up when there’s nothing to say might matter more than the big moments. I share the resistance that held me back from starting this podcast, how a birthday gift pushed me into motion, and why success usually comes from embracing the boring, repetitive grind. If you’ve ever felt stuck or uns…

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Can The Lessons Of 1929 Prevent Another Crash? 47:07

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New York Times columnist Andrew Ross Sorkin, a student of past financial calamities, talks about the likelihood the U.S. economy could be headed toward another crisis. He says there are concerns about the impact of AI, crypto currencies and shadowy investment firms operating outside the regulated banking system. How the nation fares, he says, depen…

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Ep. 147 1. Unlocking Potential: Shawn Robertson on Leadership, Coaching, and the Dormant 40 55:23

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In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with Shawn Robertson — Founder and Leadership Coach at Eternal Lessons and a transitioning US Army SOF Veteran. Shawn shares his remarkable journey from West Point to leading high-performing teams in the Army, to discovering his true passion for coaching and leadership development. H…

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Ep. 146 Boating, Technology, and Leadership: Lessons from Tyler Temple, Founder of Pollentia Inc. 35:16

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In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with Tyler Temple — U.S. Navy veteran, former damage controlman, and Founder/CEO of Pollentia Inc. Tyler shares his journey from growing up fascinated by boats and spending time on ferries, to joining the Navy and gaining hands-on experience in damage control and ship operations, to …

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Star Of ‘Pluribus’ Rhea Seehorn 45:34

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The new Apple TV+ series was created by Vince Gilligan, who also created ‘Breaking Bad’ and co-created ‘Better Call Saul.’ He liked her work in ‘Saul’ so much, he wrote the lead in ‘Pluribus’ for her. The story has a sci-fi premise, but the themes of the show are more existential – like what is happiness? What is the importance of individuality? Se…

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NY Loves Oysters 53:38

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Jimmy takes a call from Jeremy Benson - GM of Crave Fishbar Upper West Side in NYC and Chris DiOrio- Senior Brand Manager for Blue Point Brewing Co. Today's chat is all about oysters. We learn about the history of oysters in NY, beer pairings, oyster farming and competitive shucking! _ Jeremy Benson is the General Manager of Crave Fishbar on the Up…

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Homelessness In The New Gilded Age 47:13

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In New York City, 100,000 people sleep in shelters every night. Patrick Markee has spent decades fighting for them with the Coalition for the Homeless. He’s written a new book that gives an on-the-ground view of what he’s learned. It’s called ‘Placeless: Homelessness in the New Gilded Age.’ He asks, what if homelessness isn't a personal failing, bu…

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Bryan Fuller 1:02:40

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Bryan Fuller has written, produced and directed more TV series than we can count—including popular shows like Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Voyager, and Discovery, as well as cult-audience favorites Dead Like Me and Pushing Daisies. Now he's unveiling his debut theatrical feature as writer and director, Dust Bunny, starring Mads Mikkelsen (with whom …

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Best Of: George Clooney / Costume Designer Paul Tazewell 48:47

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George Clooney stars in ‘Jay Kelly’ as a famous actor at a crossroads. He talks about his own relationship to fame and what drew him to the role. Also, Oscar-winning costume designer Paul Tazewell talks about his road to ‘Wicked.’ He’s spent more than three decades shaping looks for the stage and screen. And rock critic Ken Tucker has a round up of…

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Remembering Steve Cropper / Playwright Tom Stoppard 46:50

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We remember guitarist, songwriter, and producer Steve Cropper, who helped create the Memphis soul sound of the ‘60s and ‘70s. He died this week at age 84. Stax Records produced soul hits by Booker T. & the M.G.s, Sam & Dave, Isaac Hayes, and more. Cropper spoke with Terry Gross in 1990 about how he became part of the house rhythm section, and went …

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George Clooney 45:03

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Clooney stars as an aging movie star who has neglected his family life in favor of his career in Noah Baumbach’s new film ‘Jay Kelly. ' He spoke with Tonya Mosley about his own journey with fame, his Broadway rendition of “Good Night, and Good Luck,” and his op-ed calling for Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race. Follow Fresh Air on in…

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U.S. Navy officer turned federal org designer, Robert L. Stevens, on listening, leadership and lasting change 19:41

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In this episode of the Org Design Podcast, recorded live at the Organization Design Forum’s Festival, hosts Tim Brewer and Amy Springer sit down with Robert Stevens, retired U.S. Navy officer turned federal org design leader.Robert shares how he discovered he’d been practicing org design long before he knew the name, and why true organizational cha…

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#091 - Tim Doyle - How I Healed Chronic Back Pain By Rewriting My Story & Rewiring My Nervous System 1:23:43

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This is a conversation that I had with Ashley Veenema earlier this year on her show, Seeking Joy Podcast. I talk about how chronic back pain became a portal to healing, and how quiet confidence, discipline, and trust shaped my evolution. We break down the mindbody connection in pain, reframe suffering as spiritual alchemy, and explore how storytell…

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Wednesday, December 3rd: Matt Arnold Joins WSD! 30:58

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Brewers Pres. of Baseball ops & GM Matt Arnold Joins Wisconsin Sports Daily to break down how he plans to spend money this offseason for Milwaukee. Matt discusses the immense young talent on the roster & their futures with Milwaukee.

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Was The U.S. Attack On A Venezuelan Boat A War Crime? 46:51

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Washington Post reporter Alex Horton talks about the Sept. 2 US military strike on a boat with alleged "narco terrorists," in which a second strike was ordered to kill two survivors in the water. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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Ep. 145 Handwritten Notes, Hard Lessons, and High Finance: A Veteran’s Path with Steve Tazza 56:44

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In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with Steve Tazza — U.S. Navy veteran, Naval Academy graduate, longtime investment management professional, former COO of a software operating company, and a Middle Market Investor/Operator at a private family office. Steve shares an honest, reflective look at his path from growing up…

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War Photographer Lynsey Addario Still Has Hope 46:53

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For 25 years, Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Lynsey Addario has covered conflicts and humanitarian crises across the globe, from Sudan to Syria. She’s been kidnapped twice, thrown from a car, and shelled in war zones more times than she can count. A new Nat Geo/Disney+ documentary called 'Love+War' follows Addario as she is torn in two dire…

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‘Wicked’ Costume Designer Paul Tazewell 44:39

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Tazewell made history as the first Black man to win the Oscar for costume design for the first installment of Wicked. He talks with Tonya Mosley about Wicked: For Good, the movies that inspired him, and learning to sew as a child. “I made the decision that I would devote myself to costume design and live vicariously through other characters,” he sa…

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Best Of: Nutritionist Marion Nestle / Science Writer Mary Roach 48:49

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Food policy expert and nutritionist Marion Nestle's 2006 book, ‘What to Eat,’ became a consumer bible of sorts when it came out, guiding readers through the supermarket while exposing how industry marketing and policy steer our food choices. Now, two decades later, she's back with ‘What to Eat Now,’ a revised field guide for the supermarket of 2025…

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Grand Ole Opry At 100: Earl Scruggs & Loretta Lynn 46:50

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We mark the 100th anniversary of The Grand Ole Opry, country music’s biggest stage, and feature interviews with two of its members. First up, bluegrass banjo player Earl Scruggs. He and guitarist Lester Flatt had a hit with “Foggy Mountain Breakdown.” Scruggs told Terry Gross how he developed his famous three-finger picking style while absent-minde…

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‘Merrily We Roll Along,’ From Flop To Hit 46:11

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A filmed version of the live Broadway production of Stephen Sondheim’s ‘Merrily We Roll Along’ will open in theaters on Dec. 5. We listen back to a 2024 interview with revival director Maria Friedman and actor Jonathan Groff. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy…

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ASCA Podcast #135 - Clive Brewer & Loren Landow 1:11:37

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Clive Brewer is the Director of Olympic Strength and Conditioning at the University of Notre Dame where, he is responsible for leading and managing a department focused on maximizing the physical development of Notre Dame’s Olympic sports student-athletes, Prior to his current role, Clive was the Director of Human Performance for Arizona Athletics …

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#090 - Dr. Judson Brewer - Anxiety Isn’t A Feeling — It’s A Habit You Can Break 52:43

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Dr. Judson Brewer breaks down why anxiety isn’t just an emotion—it’s a habit. We explore how worry gets rewarded, why willpower is a myth, and the real reason so many of us stay stuck. He dismantles the biggest lies we believe about anxiety, from the idea it improves performance to the false comfort of soothing behaviors. At the end of the day, it’…

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Michael Shannon Gets A Turn Playing Good Guys 45:46

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Shannon's known for playing intense, menacing characters, like Agent Nelson Van Alden in ‘Boardwalk Empire.’ In two new projects, though, he plays good guys – historical figures pursuing justice and political reform. He’s President James Garfield in the new Netflix series ‘Death by Lightning.’ And he’s a prosecutor trying Nazi leaders for war crime…

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Ep. 144 From Navy SIGINT to AI Warfare: Brian O’Connor’s Mission with Darksaber Labs 1:03:43

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In this episode of the MilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with Brian O’Connor — U.S. Navy veteran, former Tactical Information Operations Operator (TIO-O) with Naval Special Warfare, and now the CEO and Founder of Darksaber Labs, a cutting-edge defense technology company focused on AI, cyber, and electronic warfare at the tactical edge. Br…

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A Manual For Keeping A Democracy 44:43

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MS NOW (formerly MSNBC) legal analyst and former U.S. attorney Joyce Vance discusses recent impactful decisions by courts and the Justice Department, and how her son helped her understand Gen Z’s view of defending democracy. Her new book is ‘Giving Up is Unforgivable.’ Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Priva…

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Strong Roots at Indian Ladder Farms 55:32

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Jimmy speaks with Alex Gill, Cider-maker at Indian Ladder Farms in Altamont, NY (Albany County). Alex shares how he got his start at Indian Ladder, falling in love with cider/cider-making, the history of the farm, and the latest batches he's hyped on. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com…

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Brendan Fraser Has Everything & Nothing To Prove 45:00

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In his new film, 'Rental Family,' Brendan Fraser plays an actor in Tokyo who takes a job with a rental family service. It's based on a real phenomenon in Japan: companies where you can hire someone to fill a gap in your life. Fraser spoke with Tonya Mosley about shooting in Japan, working with Scorsese on ‘Killers of the Flower Moon,’ and his strug…

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Best Of: Ben Stiller / Cynthia Erivo 48:11

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Ben Stiller talks about his new Apple TV+ documentary about his actor/comedian parents Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara. In the ‘60s and ‘70s, they were famous as the comedy duo, Stiller and Meara. Ben talks about growing up in a showbiz family, where there was no separation between work and personal lives. Also, we hear from Cynthia Erivo. She stars i…

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A Look Back At Hitchcock’s ‘Psycho’ 46:51

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Sixty-five years ago, Alfred Hitchcock shocked audiences with his film ‘Psycho.’ It broke Hollywood conventions about what a film should and should not do, ushered in a new era of horror/thriller, and became one of the most studied movies in cinema history. We listen back to Terry’s interview with star Janet Leigh, who talks about filming the famou…

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A Sleep Scientist Excavates The World Of Dreams 44:40

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Michelle Carr has spent years researching what goes on in the brain while we dream. She explains dream engineering, including how sensory inputs like light, sound and vibration can influence the subconscious. Her book is ‘Nightmare Obscura.’ Also, TV critic David Bianculli reviews the new season of ‘A Man on the Inside.’ Follow Fresh Air on instagr…

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How Job Architecture Fuels Organizational Agility with Jules Seigel-Hawley 28:04

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What if org design wasn’t a three-year consulting project but a living, breathing practice?In this episode, Tim Brewer and Amy Springer sit down with Jules Siegel-Hawley, who has shaped job architecture and organizational systems at Doctors Without Borders and beyond. Jules shares how her background in clinical social work and acting led her into “…