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Wonk Podcasts
WONK is a show about big ideas in unprecedented times. Hosted by Amanda Lang, we unpack some of the most pressing issues and challenges facing Canada, and talk to some leading thinkers and policymakers about how to tackle them. New episodes drop on Thursdays. This feed also hosts the archive for Public Policy Forum's podcast, Policy Speaking.
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The nuclear weapons, arms control, disarmament and nonproliferation podcast. Companion to the popular Arms Control Wonk blog (www.armscontrolwonk.com). Hosted by Jeffrey Lewis & Aaron Stein.
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Experts shape our world. Sometimes for better, sometimes for worse. In every big story, you’ll find one; you’ll find a researcher, scientist, engineer, planner, policy wonk, data nerd, bureaucrat, regulator, intellectual, or pseudo-intellectual. Their ideas are often opaque, unrecognized, and difficult to understand. Some of them like it that way. On Cited, we reveal their hidden stories.
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Talkin’ soccer and life with the people who matter in Major League Soccer. Hosted by Gregory Roche.
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Hacks & Wonks is a show hosted by political consultant Crystal Fincher, who talks with Policy Wonks and Political Hacks to gather insight into local politics and policy in Washington state through the lens of those doing the work, with behind-the-scenes perspectives on what's happening, why it's happening and what you can do about it.
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Global power politics, for the people. Hosted by Van Jackson, Julia Gledhill, and Matt Duss. The views expressed are theirs alone (not those of any institution or employer).
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A new podcast aimed at demystifying the public policy process.
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A show about Turkish and regional politics.
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Weekly analysis of comics as a storytelling medium, as an art form and as an industry
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We're a podcast about politics, public policy, and current affairs, with a flavour of Atlantic Canada and intersectionality. Hosted by Katie Davey.
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Each month, the PricePod bridges the gap between theory and practice, offering new perspectives on how public policy impacts our lives and communities. Our conversations with USC Price School faculty range far and wide, from issues like traffic gridlock and the homelessness crisis to the spiraling cost of healthcare and corruption in politics. Whether you’re a policy wonk, a student, or simply curious about how research can change our world, the PricePod is your source for informed, engaging ...
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Take a step back from noisy political debates and tune in to rich conversations on India and the world. The Pragati Podcast is a weekly talkshow on public policy, economics and international relations. Science-geek-turned-policy-wonk Pavan Srinath talks to scholars and experts on everything from India's unique genetics to why China isn't really trying to take over the world. New episodes out every Thursday. The Pragati Podcast is the titular podcast of the online magazine Pragati, and has a ...
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Word Wonk Pod is a multi-genre storytelling podcast sharing short pieces of poetry, prose, and everything in between! Any fan of the written word will love joining the host, Cheyenne Bramwell as she tells us why she loves each piece, and introduces us to its creator(s). With each episode being under 15 minutes, listeners will get a bite-sized dose of literary fangirling every other week, and be introduced to new creators to love and support.
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The Important Stuff Podcast is a dive into the world of government policy, national and international politics with your hosts, Robert MacGillivary and Fareed Khan, opinionated and seasoned observers of government and politics, who will break down the most pressing issues from Canada, the US and around the world. From dissecting legislative developments to exploring global political trends, this podcast will tackle the topics that shape the world with wit, insight, analysis and a touch of hu ...
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Comedy, interviews, activism. | https://www.patreon.com/notsafe https://www.youtube.com/notsafemedia
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Two music industry veterans team up to delve into one of the most influential bands of all time. Join rock radio vet Roche and Billie Jean Sarullo (of The Orchard, a division of Sony Music Entertainment) on an exploration of the music, performances, and culture of Pearl Jam.
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Spiritual wonk on a metaphysical journey. Join me for a deeper conversation about those unseen parts of life.
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Welcome to The Roundtable Rethink podcast, where three sharp minds come together every week to discuss the topics that shape our world. Meet the voices behind the mic: Uncle Paddy – The seasoned entrepreneur and tech veteran, bringing years of wisdom, wit, and firsthand experience in building and scaling businesses. Expect a mix of pragmatic advice and sharp observations from a man who’s seen it all. Andy The Asshole – The unfiltered provocateur with a knack for cutting through the noise. An ...
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Grass Roots is a comedy web series following the exploits of two very impolitic political hacks on the campaign trail. Unfortunately for their candidate, Miles and Harry (Aaron Hilliard and Kirby Heyborne) seem to be losing more votes than they're winning. Created by Aaron Hilliard | Yardhill Films
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Australia leads the world in household solar, and has all the raw pieces needed to be a renewable energy superpower... And yet. In this podcast an early career energy professional talks to others in the wide, weird world of Australia's energy transition. If you're climate concerned, power cost conscious, an energy libertarian, or just a good ol' grid wonk - this one's for you.
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People Over Politics is a candid, conversational podcast that highlights State Senate candidate Ren Nushaj and his platform for taking on real issues front and center. From public safety to economic development, education to veterans’ affairs,People Over Politics offers thoughtful dialogue that moves past the talking points and into what really matters to everyday people. Whether you're a policy wonk or a first-time voter, this show is your front-row seat to show what is possible when our le ...
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Brand New Information is a pop culture and political news podcast, hosted by siblings Jay Knower and Suzanne Knower Warye. Jay is a politics wonk and Suzanne is a pop culture junkie. Each week, we’ll teach each other about the trending political and pop culture topics of the week. Hilarity and sibling rivalry will ensue, and you might just learn something!
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Experts shape our world. Sometimes for the better, sometimes for the worse. In every big story, you’ll find one; you’ll find a researcher, scientist, engineer, planner, policy wonk, data nerd, bureaucrat, regulator, intellectual, or pseudointellectual. Their ideas are often opaque, unrecognized, and difficult to understand. Some of them like it that way. On Cited, we reveal their hidden stories.
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Peter Black's Freedom to Differ: Radio, rants and reflections from Peter Black. Peter is a law lecturer, blogger, geek and political wonk, interested in the intersection between law, government and new media.
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Your regular deep dive into recent reports on climate and energy with Frankie Muskovic, Luke Menzel and Tennant Reed. Because there is too much.
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Cyber Sentinel is your go-to podcast for expert insights into cybersecurity, digital privacy, and cutting-edge tech—featuring voices from pioneering companies like https://menavpn1.com/ . Hosted by Alex Carter of ByteShield, each episode features in-depth conversations with developers, ethical hackers, and privacy advocates working on the front lines of digital defense. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, policy wonk, or developer, Cyber Sentinel brings you the knowledge and perspectives you n ...
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It’s The Drink Talking is the Premier Cru podcast for all things drink related, from Absinthe to Zinfandel. This podcast is not aimed at the booze bore, spirit snob or the wine wonk but instead provides an irreverent and inclusive, warm and welcoming weekly round-up, featuring tastings, the latest booze news and fascinating facts about the most famous and fervent advocates of alcohol.This weekly podcast is presented by the award-winning Thinking Drinkers, Ben McFarland and Tom Sandham, plus ...
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We're not your average education podcast. Whether you're a teacher, parent, education wonk, or concerned citizen, this is your place to learn about the hottest issues affecting education, like reform, teaching tips, policy, and more. Your three hosts, Robby, Pete, and Casey, rarely agree. That's what makes it fun. What we do share is a profound commitment to improving education. Tune in: http://edsnotdeadpc.libsyn.com/ Want more? Check out our blog and website at http://edsnotdead.com!
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Welcome to Feast on Freedom: Thoughtful Bites on Politics and Food, the podcast where food meets civic rights. Each episode serves up a flavorful mix of discussions that blend the concepts of nutrition and the complex political issues that surround our choices. Join us as we explore how voting with our dollars influences policies on our ballots, from agricultural laws to food safety regulations. Whether you're a foodie, a political wonk, self healer or a practitioner, "Feast on Freedom" offe ...
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Far too often, governments behave like toddlers. They’re fickle. They don’t like to share. And good luck getting them to pay attention to any problem that isn’t directly in front of them. They like to push each other to the brink, and often do. But when they don’t, it’s usually because other people enter the proverbial room. Private citizens who step up and play peacemaker when their governments won’t or can’t. People who strive for collaboration and understanding, and sometimes end up findi ...
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Work Pants Finance is the show for MBAs, entrepreneurs, and other professionals who want their financial plan to work as hard as they do. Work Pants Finance's theme is learning through experience - the good, the bad, and the ugly! Work Pants Finance sits at the center of life, business, career, and money and brings it all together with humanity, wit, and wisdom.
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Two vaguely sentient British men shout into the void about video games; past, present, and entirely misremembered. Expect a smattering of gaming news, unsolicited opinions, and the kind of bickering normally reserved for aging siblings trapped in a car. Between segments vaguely resembling radio and arguments that resolve absolutely nothing, you'll be treated to an auditory experience not unlike rummaging through a bargain bin while someone critiques your technique. Listen once, out of curios ...
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The San Antonio Public Library changes lives through information, imagination, and ideas… and podcasts! Join the San Antonio Public Library Tuned In crew as they share and reveal some of the inner workings of the library, highlight the many features and programs on offer, and discuss topics which are important in the library world… like eReaders, public services, books, tacos, and more. We want your feedback. Feel free to contact us at the email address below. We're always interested in what ...
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Leftist and Chill is the show you never knew you didn't need but still can't live without. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daniel-w-simpson/support
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Hi! I'm Hoss Bossman. I'm a sometimes high school English teacher, former and occasionally current entertainment writer, musician-singer-song, YouTuber, and general man about town. This podcast is about politics, social issues, pop culture, critical thinking, music, books, and whatever else I want to talk about on a given week. Probably other podcasts too. I sometimes have guests you may have heard of, often ones you haven't, and occasionally none at all. Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/ ...
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Jo Elford, the wonky brain behind Mental Babble, in irreverent discussion about; mental illness and wellness, and related topics. Awareness raising. Stigma squishing. Biscuit eating.
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Energy Minister Tim Hodgson on Canada's new economic ambitions
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The time for slow rolling major energy projects in Canada appears to be ending. The resources sector is increasingly seen as both the low-hanging fruit of economic growth and a core component of clean technology in the future— a seeming contradiction that Ottawa is eagerly embracing. Host Amanda Lang talks to Minister of Energy and Natural Resource…
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The Green Wonks: Our Common Future and the Birth of Liberal Environmentalism
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An Albertan oil man and a socialist policy wonk from Saskatchewan banded together to think up “eco-development,” a precursor to today’s sustainable development. This unlikely duo forged a global consensus at the United Nations, effectively codifying the reigning orthodoxy of liberal environmental governance. They told us that capitalism and sustain…
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Changes are on the way for community health workers in Arkansas. Earlier this year, the Arkansas General Assembly approved the Community Health Worker Act, which will establish standardized training and a statewide certification process for community health workers and will allow those certified to receive compensation for their services from Arkan…
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Week in Review: September 5, 2025 - with Melissa Santos
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On this week-in-review, Crystal Fincher and Melissa Santos discuss: WA/CA/OR vaccine alliance Cell phones in schools Firefighter immigration raid = inside job Harrell pushes light rail extensions despite shortfall Autonomous vehicles pilot starts As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com. Follow us on B…
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Murderous Valets, Wonks, and Feral Accountants! Oh My!
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Episode 47: Come along with the Crew as they explore the world as it could be. From stately manors to experimental farms, all the way through the wastelands and beyond. We're talking about Adrian Tchaikovsky's Service Model!Join the discussion with Escape the Earth:email: [email protected]: www.goodreads.com/group/show/10939…esc…
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Alex Ward and others at the Wall Street Journal reported on the details of a Pentagon review process that has halted Ukraine's ability to conduct long-range strikes into Russia with ATACMs, Storm Shadow and other systems that need US targeting data. Jeffrey and Aaron talk about what we already knew, what we didn't, and what it all mean. Hint: Allie…
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The Green Monkey Wrench: Dave Foreman’s Guide to Ecological Sabotage
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A cowboy hat-wearing Goldwater conservative named Dave Foreman got religion and then founded the most radical environmental group of recent memory, Earth First! They dreamed of a ‘deep ecology’ that recognized the inherent value of nature, and they committed to protecting that nature at almost any cost. Yet, in putting the earth first, did Dave For…
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Antifa, Jimmy Kimmel, and Emergency Politics | TikTok Deal with China | Oligarchy’s Economic Recession | The National Defense Strategy Still Hates China
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Explaining how designating Antifa a terrorist organization and cancelling Jimmy Kimmel are part of the same emergency politics: A primer on securitization theory in the Trump presidency. White nationalist oligarchy is stealing your money and causing a recession: Here's how and why. The US TikTok deal with China could be the model for a new grand ba…
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In this special, rapid reaction bonus episode (freed from the paywall, in the National Interest) we provide the hottest of hot takes on Australia's new 2035 emissions reduction target, and the 1000+ pages of documents released by the Albanese Government this week. You're welcome! We'll be back in your feeds next Friday to talk Treasury modelling. M…
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Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem on seeking economic stability
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Canada’s Central Bank lowered rates this week to the surprise of no one. Tens of thousands of jobs were lost over the summer, and inflation, if not easing, does appear to be contained. But as the Bank said in its statement, the path ahead will still be very much determined by what happens on trade. Host Amanda Lang speaks to Tiff Macklem, Governor …
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Another day, another change in leadership at D.C. United. Ally Mackay is out as Chief Soccer Officer of DCU and with rumors swirling of a new CSO already in place, it's a good time to reset (again) where the club stands as another disappointing season draws to a close. Pablo Maurer joins the pod to discuss where it all went wrong between the club a…
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Lindy AI, Nano Bananas, the Crypto Conundrum, and Today’s Energy Landscape
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This week, we dig into the crypto conundrum — why digital currencies still feel so damn complicated. From there, we unpack Google’s new “Nano Banana” image-manipulation tech and what it could mean for Adobe’s future. Andy (being his usual asshole self) takes us on a ride through agentic vibe coding with Lindy AI, before we wrap up with a look at th…
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Ep. 9 - Assassination of Charlie Kirk, Sanctioning of a Canadian ICC Judge
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In this episode we discuss the US sanctioning of the Canadian ICC judge, Kimberly Prost, due the "audacity" of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in approving the resumption of investigations of war crimes in Afghanistan. We also discuss the implications surrounding the assassination of Charlie Kirk this past week, as well as the broader Israel…
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Ezra Klein Loves (some) Political Violence | The War Department and the Asia-Pacific Debate | Israel Attacks Qatar | South Korea and ICE | Ep. 258
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On Charlie Kirk's horrific assassination and why Ezra Klein's hand-wringing shows that, contrary to his protestations, he in fact embraces some political violence. Trump and Pete Hegseth rename the Department of Defense the Department of War. The Pentagon starts shifting from Indo-Pacific to Asia-Pacific, which has the fingerprints of Elbridge Colb…
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Once You Start Down The Wood Side, Forever Will It Dominate Your Destiny
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Step right up and get your tickets for Chaos Trivia! Team LMSU is joining forces with the fabulous folks from Currently Speaking for a blockbuster crossover event, with special guests, the NEMchat Singers! Chaos Trivia is set for the first night of the All Energy Conference on Wednesday 29 October in Melbourne. There will be trivia! Role playing? M…
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Economist Frances Donald on Canada’s big opportunity
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Canada just recorded a quarter of negative growth and sits on the edge of a potential recession. U.S. tariffs continue to hit the economy hard. Meanwhile, the country is plowing ahead with plans to build mega projects and diversify trade. We are, to put it mildly, at a pretty consequential fork in the road. Host Amanda Lang talks to one of Canada's…
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The Pros and Cons of California’s Direct Democracy
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As Democrats and Republicans battle over redrawing congressional maps, California’s system of direct democracy is once again in the spotlight. For over a century, California has allowed citizens to directly pass or reject laws on high profile issues, from marijuana and gay marriage to homelessness and sports betting. But the state’s direct democrac…
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The Green Cosmos: Gerard O’Neill’s Post-Political Space Utopia
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In the 1970s, Gerard O’Neill drew up detailed plans for large space colonies. The Princeton physicist claimed that these colonies could beam limitless energy back down to Earth, solving all our environmental problems. As climate change accelerates, O’Neill’s once-forgotten green dream has become influential again; many of today’s corporate space ev…
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An Oral History of the Progressive Foreign Policy Moment (and what comes next) | Ep. 257
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What is progressive foreign policy and what are its roots? The New Left’s struggles against racism, militarism, and imperialism were the real origins of what we call progressive foreign policy today. In this special oral history episode, I tell the story of progressive foreign policy and where it could be headed. Key moments in that history include…
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Howard Marks: How to make sense of today’s reality-defying markets
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One thing most people assume about stock markets is that they're an accurate reflection of what's happening in the economy. Yet nothing about markets or politics feels typical right now. Despite global tariffs and unprecedented uncertainty, markets continue to soar. Howard Marks is co-chair of Oaktree Capital Management. He's something of a legend …
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004 - It'd feel so good to whack it
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Episode Four. Expect idiocy. Support the show : https://patreon.com/luckyandwild Discord : https://discord.gg/UssZkqB7BR This week we stumble through the Gamescom announcements before tackling the age-old debate: was Sonic ever actually good, or have we all been victims of collective gaslighting since 1991? Harrison’s item is utterly sabotaged by h…
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Seattle Moves Forward with Surveillance Expansion Despite Lack of Pilot Data, Raises Federal Access Concerns
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Amy Sundberg, public safety reporter for The Urbanist and publisher of Notes from the Emerald City, joins Hacks & Wonks to discuss how Seattle's City Council is poised to expand the city's surveillance pilot program before collecting any evaluation data on its effectiveness, raising concerns among privacy advocates about potential federal access to…
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Introducing our new season, Green Dreams. Accepting the reality of climate change is just the beginning. What comes next? In Green Dreams, we tell stories of radical environmental thinkers and their dreams for our green future. Should we make those dreams reality, or are they actually nightmares? Starting September 9, 2025, with weekly episodes thr…
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Week in Review: August 29, 2025 - with Robert Cruickshank
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On this week-in-review, Crystal Fincher and Robert Cruickshank discuss: 🧊 Spokane blocks warrantless ICE action 🥡 $15m Uber Eats settlement 🛒 UFCW 3000 backs Wilson 🚲 Biker hit where safety upgrades were cancelled 🏫 School board updates 🪧 Protests against Microsoft use by IDF As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhac…
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Trump's War on Soros | US Covert Action in Denmark | Nationalizing Lockheed Martin | MAGA’s China Contradiction | Ep. 256
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The real price of Trump's military occupation of Washington, DC. Trump's war on George Soros and Alex Soros is a war on the Democratic Party. US "gray zone" covert action in Greenland is foreign malign influence against Denmark. Should the US state nationalize the defense industry? And MAGA's contradiction on China is not the rift it appears as. Su…
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Climate Hegemon: Gotta Catch Em All (Chinazard, Mimik-EU, Trumptwo)
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‘Abundance v Sufficiency: Dawn of Justice’ T-Shirt Edition The sufficiency movement is winning… at least when it comes to LMSU merch! If you haven’t read Abundance but keep finding yourself sucked into conversations about it, have we got the “No I haven’t read Abundance, that’s what podcasts are for” t-shirt for you! Merch as a proxy for ideologica…
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Hacks & Wonks 2025 Post-Primary Roundtable
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Hacks & Wonks hosted a 2025 Post-Primary Roundtable on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 to dig into the 2025 primary results - what they mean, how they happened, and what's next - with the people who actually do the work of winning (and sometimes losing) campaigns in Seattle and King County. Listen to the roundtable as a podcast or watch the recorded lives…
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Encore: Jean Chrétien on the ongoing fight for national unity
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Jean Chretien, Canada’s oldest living prime minister, isn't taking Western separatism lying down. Having seen Canada through the threat of Quebec separation, his Clarity Act of 2000 could find new currency today. Chrétien — now 91, mentally sharp and still not pulling his punches — talks to host Amanda Lang about Donald Trump, Team Canada and his m…
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Stickshifts and Safetybelts: Ellen Coulter
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Many roadway safety initiatives depend on the notion that safe driving is a learned behavior, but it is clear that many of us still have a lot to learn. In Arkansas, about 65 pedestrians die in roadway accidents annually, and our state has the fourth-highest roadway fatality rate in the country, nearly double the national rate. A new effort to educ…
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One Big Beautiful Episode: Health, Healthcare, and Health Insurance
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This week we tackle three connected themes: your health, how you get care, and how you pay for it. Highlights: Health first: Sleep, Diet, and Exercise, in that order Healthcare in practice: Great for acute care – not great chronic illness! Paying for care: Traditional insurance, high-deductible plans with HSAs, or Christian healthcare sharing minis…
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Week in Review: August 22, 2025 - with Erica Barnett
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On this week-in-review, Crystal Fincher and Erica Barnett discuss: ⛪ Christian nationalist rally moves to new park 🤑 Police execs take bonus meant for officers 🛡️ Trump admin targets sanctuary cities – 📮 -- and vote-by-mail 🕵️ Tacoma ICE facility must open for inspections As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksan…
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The Slack channel noticed that Russia was gearing up to test the SSC-X-9 Skyfall nuclear-powered cruise missile (aka Burevestnik), which Jeffrey and co. confirmed with satellite images. Reuters picked it up, noting how awkward all this was coming, as it did, just as Putin flew to Alaska to meet with Donald Trump. Aaron and Jeffrey talk about the OS…
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Tulsi Gabbard’s War on Intelligence | Blowback on the NatSec Elite | White Nationalist State Dept | Warmongering Asia Hands | Ep. 255
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Tulsi Gabbard is waging a war on intelligence, in more ways than one. 37 national security technocrats have had their clearances revoked, which is its own form of imperial blowback. State Department fires Shahed Ghoreishi for having a heart (and not being a white Christian nationalist). Also, what’s happened to Asian security scholars and policymak…
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Encore: Sally Armstrong on the ongoing fight for women's rights
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In her incredible career as a journalist and author, Sally Armstrong told stories no one else would about the atrocities of war and became a towering figure for women's rights. She speaks with host Amanda Lang about the ongoing fight for rights, the ‘small group of greedy men' who start wars and how a former phys-ed teacher at a magazine called Hom…
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Mail Routes to Manuscripts – Career Reinvention in the Hollers of Appalachia
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Author of “Mailman” Stephen Starring Grant joins WPF to talk about career reinvention in the Blue Ridge. Key take-aways: Curiosity is Your Compass: Follow your genuine interests, even when they don’t align with a traditional career path. Curiosity led Steve from early web development to brand strategy to delivering mail—and ultimately to publishing…
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GPT-5 Hype and the AI Graveyard of Failed Implementations
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This week, we'll be discussing what the hell happened to Chat-GPT5 and diving deep into a very troubling trend: the growing graveyard of failed AI projects. Why are so many companies getting it so wrong?"By Stephen Vallance, Paddy Donnelly, Andy Donnelly
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Support the show : https://patreon.com/luckyandwild Discord : https://discord.gg/UssZkqB7BR In a shocking departure from sitting indoors and arguing, we actually left the house and went to VS Fighting 13. What follows is an “audio documentary” in the loosest possible sense: snippets of the event, our running commentary, and the faint sound of us pr…
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D.C. Military Occupation | Trump-Putin Summit | Guesting on Hasan Piker | Bloody Blinken’s WSJ Op-Ed | Ep. 254
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Co-host Matt Duss makes a guest appearance on Hasan Piker's Twitch stream! Van, Matt, and Julia talk about the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska, which has all the makings of either failure or an imperialist peace. Scott Bessent lies about tariffs, economic recession, and America's fake "sovereign wealth fund." Tony Blinken's blood-covered op-ed in the …
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Week in Review: August 15, 2025 - with David Kroman
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On this week-in-review, Crystal Fincher and David Kroman discuss: 💰 Seattle B&O tax overhaul proposal 📉 Seattle budget forecast 👁️ Seattle surveillance expansion ⚖️ Tacoma minimum wage initiative sues city ⚔️ MGP challenger in CD3 🗳️ Election results update As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com. Fol…
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Like Sands Through The Hourglass, So Are The NEM Reviews Of Our Lives
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‘Abundance v Sufficiency: Dawn of Justice’ T-Shirt Edition With a sufficiency of sufficiency-themed t-shirts now on the streets, the universe is out of balance and your intrepid hosts need to balance the sufficiency yin with an abundance yang! And OH BOY did we have an abundance of abundance-themed t-shirt ideas for you. YOU need not have Abundance…
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Encore: Measles returns. How did it come to this?
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Once eradicated in Canada, measles is making a comeback in Canada. Is it part of a bigger, post-pandemic trend we're seeing of vaccinations declining? What will it take to get public health back on track? Host Amanda Lang talks to Dr. Joss Reimer, president of the Canadian Medical Association, and Dr. Michael Gardam, a leading infectious disease ex…
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GPT-5 Arrives, OpenAI Goes Open Source, and Claude Keeps the Coding Throne
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This week, we dive into the big AI headlines: ChatGPT-5 Launch – OpenAI’s latest frontier model is here. We explore its new capabilities, where it shines, and where it still has room to grow. OpenAI’s Open-Source Models – Compact, powerful, and able to run locally. We discuss what this could mean for businesses. Claude Opus 4.1 – The new heavyweigh…
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