Best CC Michael Podcasts (2025)

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exiles 56:58

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A father and son confront the impossible phenomena that waitpatiently to strike from within terribly familiar places. MUSIC: “Duality” by Kyle Preston, “Blue Echoes” by Norvik,“The Horizon” by Maya Belsitzman and Matan Ephrat, all rights reserved. Patreon subscribers listen ad-free: patreon.com/sorennarnia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me…

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City Hall Free For All: The Mamdani Transition Begins & Patrick Gaspard on Political Power 51:32

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In our final episode, we talk about the future of New York City under Mayor Elect Zohran Mamdani and who he will surround himself with to help him accomplish his vision. We’re also joined by Patrick Gaspard, senior fellow at the Center for American Progress, former key Obama aide and now key advisor to Mamdani, to talk about this historic moment.—F…

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City Hall Free For All: It’s Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani 35:16

1d ago35:16

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The Election Night results are in: Zohran Mamdani will be New York City’s 111th Mayor. Our hosts react to Mamdani’s big win over Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa, with over 1 million votes out of more than 2 million cast, and discuss his rousing, defiant victory speech and what comes next.—FAQ NYC and Max Politics are teaming up for a limited series, …

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Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris on Mayor-Elect Mamdani & What Comes Next 52:20

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State Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, a Queens Democrat and close ally of Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani, joined the show to discuss Mamdani's victory and the path ahead for his agenda, especially in Albany, where much power lies. (Ep 545)By Max Politics

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Chilling Adventures of Sabrina Chapters 20: Not Today Satan! 51:27

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It’s the end of Part 2 and Satan comes to Earth! Unfortunately it ends up being not super exciting. We discuss how great Luke Cook is, the unused potential of the trickster devil, Nicks betrayal and redemption and Lilith’s upgrade. We also talk about the Lord of the Rings. We won’t have a new episode next week but we’ll be back in two weeks with th…

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Final Pre-Election Preview, with Michael Lange, Adam Carlson, Nada Al-Hanooti, & Chapin Fay 1:31:35

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For a final pre-election preview of the 2025 race to be the next Mayor of New York City, a three-part episode: 1) Political analyst Michael Lange and pollster Adam Carlson on the final polls of the mayoral race, the early voting turnout, & expectations for the outcome; 2) Nada Al-Hanooti of Defend and Advance, a Super PAC working to turn out Muslim…

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Big Questions About Zohran Mamdani's Big Promises, with Nicole Gelinas & Josh Greenman 1:02:25

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Longtime New York journalists and policy analysts Nicole Gelinas and Josh Greenman joined the show to discuss some of the big questions about mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani's big promises, namely his top policy pledges of freezing the rent on rent-stabilized apartments, free buses, and universal child care, as well as increased taxes to pay for…

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Halloween Special: Amongst the Strangeness 27:03

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A horror-lite excursion into my foggy memories of real moments when things suddenly didn't quite add up... and the unknown asserted itself just enough to make me feel around for the anti-supernatural spray I always keep by my bedside. - S.N. New original story coming November 7. Patreon subscribers listen ad-free: www.patreon.com/sorennarnia What a…

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Ballot Question 6: Should NYC Move Its Elections to Presidential Years? 57:25

7d ago57:25

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Grace Rauh, executive director of government reform group Citizens Union, joined the show to discuss ballot question 6 and whether New York City should move its elections to presidential years. The question is on the 2025 general election ballot, put to city voters to see their preference, but would still require a state constitutional change to ac…

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NYC DSA Co-Chairs on Zohran Mamdani, the 2025 Mayoral Race, & What Comes Next 54:57

8d ago54:57

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Grace Mausser and Gustavo Gordillo, the co-chairs of the New York City branch of the Democratic Socialists of America, joined the show to discuss the DSA, the Zohran Mamdani campaign and mayoral election, and what comes next if Mamdani is elected mayor. (Ep 540)By Max Politics

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Chilling Adventures of Sabrina Chapters 18 & 19: Nick’s Down Bad 1:26:31

9d ago1:26:31

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We’re almost at the end of Part 2 as Sabrina gets godlike powers and sends herself crashing back down to earth. We discuss the Phoenix parallels (both the mythical being and X-men character), Nick being down bad, the under explored potential of mortals living with witches, the hierarchy of the witch world, Hilda’s (literal) body count and the mandr…

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City Hall Free For All: An Affordability Election & A Housing Agenda for the Next Mayor 55:32

11d ago55:32

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In episode six, we’re focusing on affordability, housing and the related ballot proposals. We’re joined by housing experts Jamie Rubin (Chief Investment Officer of Aligned Climate Capital & Chairman of the Board of NYCHA) and Alicia Glen (Founder and Managing Principle of M Squared & former Deputy Mayor for Housing and Economic Development), who sh…

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Alex Armlovich on the Rent Guidelines Board, Mamdani's Rent Freeze Pledge, & Housing Policy 57:05

12d ago57:05

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Alex Armlovich, a member of the New York City Rent Guidelines Board (RGB) and Senior Housing Policy Analyst at the Niskanen Center, joined the show to discuss the work of the RGB, Zohran Mamdani's rent-freeze pledge, how to help struggling rent-stabilized buildings and apartments, and much more. (Ep 539)…

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Halloween Special: The BUFFET of the UNCANNY! 34:51

13d ago34:51

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Here’s an off-the-record, completely unserious Halloween palate cleanser for when you just can’t take doofuses like me trying to scare you anymore. MUSIC: “From Above” by Dan Mayo, “O.R.C.” by AviadZinemanas, “Did You Hear That” by Peter John, “Eyes on You” by Young Lords, “Black Hole” by Stephen Keech, “Odd Numbers” by Curtis Cole, “Finger Paint” …

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Episode 141: Halloween Monster Picks 2:00:58

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For this year's Halloween episode, we put together a picks episode about what you'd use to battle a monster (or monsters!) from the movie of your choice. As usual, we each went in a little different direction with our picks but we have a great time doing so. We'll share photos or links to our picks in the Mark of the Maker Facebook Group. Find us a…

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Kenny Burgos on Rent Stabilized Housing, Mamdani's Rent Freeze Pledge, & More 1:04:10

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Kenny Burgos, CEO of the New York Apartment Association and former State Assembly member from the Bronx, joined the show to discuss the challenges in rent-stabilized housing, the perspective of landlords and building managers, the prospects of a Mayor Mamdani and the candidate's promise to freeze stabilized rents for four years, and much more about…

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Cea Weaver on Tenants' Electoral Power, Mamdani's Rent Freeze Pledge, & Housing Policy 1:04:41

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Cea Weaver — Executive Director of Housing Justice for All and New York State Tenant Bloc, a longtime tenant activist, and a housing policy advisor to Zohran Mamdani — joined the show to discuss renters' political power, Mamdani's housing agenda including his pledge to freeze rents on rent-stabilized housing, and more on housing policy and politics…

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Chilling Adventures of Sabrina Chapters 16 & 17: A Marriage and A Funeral 1:35:20

16d ago1:35:20

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We get two amazing episodes this week! We discuss the arrival of the anti-pope, different views on marriage, Zelda and Lilith being trapped, differences between Harvey and Nick, the practice of being a missionary, and Sabrina as a Jesus allegory. Our amazing cover art is by vedrinic and you can follow them at https://vedrinic.tumblr.com Episode 38 …

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City Hall Free For All: The Mayoral Race Hits Its Homestretch & Bill Bratton on Policing New York 48:41

19d ago48:41

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In episode five, we debrief the first mayoral debate and preview the second one as Andrew Cuomo struggles to gain ground against frontrunner Zohran Mamdani with wild card Curtis Sliwa also in the mix. Plus, two-time former NYPD Commissioner Bill Bratton joins to explain why he wouldn't advise Jessica Tisch, or anyone else, to run the NYPD on Mamdan…

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Analyzing the First Mayoral Debate, with Matt Wing 42:26

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Matt Wing, a political strategist and founder of Wingspan, joined the show to analyze the first of two televised debates in the general election for Mayor of New York City and what comes next. Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo, and Curtis Sliwa debated on NBC NY on the night of Thursday, October 16, 2025, and this conversation between Wing and host Ben …

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Chilling Adventures of Sabrina Chapter 14 & 15: Lupercalia 1:29:21

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Happy Lupercalia! Join us as we visit the yearly festival of purging and sex, where Sabrina is forced to confront whether she's even ready for all of it? We discuss the couples, the complicated issue of Amalia, Zelda marrying for power and Harvey's trauma issues. Then Emily breaks down the meaning behind all the tarot cards we see in our anthology …

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City Hall Free For All: Tish James Indicted & Alexa Avilés on Immigration Politics 44:59

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In our fourth episode, we discuss the federal indictment of New York Attorney General Tish James, how the mayoral candidates are reacting, and how the next mayor could influence President Trump’s approach to the city. Then, DSA-backed City Council Member Alexa Avilés of Brooklyn, chair of the Council immigration committee, joins us to talk about Tr…

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Episode 140: Isaac at Springfield EDC 1:31:52

25d ago1:31:52

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We sit down with Isaac Roesler to learn more about his adventure in starting a knife and EDC shop in Springfield, Missouri. Springfield EDC has been around for a few years now and Isaac shares some insight into what it took to get this business rolling and what it's like trying to launch a brick & mortar knife shop today. Find us at our Patreon and…

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Assemblymember Robert Carroll on Education Issues & the Mayoral Race 57:03

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New York State Assemblymember Robert Carroll, a Brooklyn Democrat, joined the show to discuss his push to ensure that education issues are discussed in the home stretch of the race to be the next Mayor of New York City, the importance of prioritizing literacy instruction, his short list of potential next city school chancellors, mayoral control of …

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Chilling Adventures of Sabrina Chapters 12 & 13: Dismantling the Warlock Patriarchy 1:17:32

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Another Three for Halloween 1:00:26

1M ago1:00:26

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After all these years, a light seems to have been turned on inside that weird old house on the corner--so maybe it's better to stay in tonight. Here are some stories for that. 1. Prologue: traditions, part 1 2. straightaway 3. spillage 4. caveat 5. Epilogue: traditions, part 2 Music by Dave Lahn Patreon subscribers listen ad-free: www.patreon.com/s…

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City Hall Free For All: An $18B Transit Cut & Sam Schwartz on Breaking Through Gridlock 44:44

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First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro on Adams Administration Accomplishments & Priorities 1:16:24

1M ago1:16:24

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First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro spoke with host Ben Max at a live event at New York Law School on the morning of September 30 to discuss Mayor Eric Adams' decision to drop his reelection bid, Adams' legacy, priorities Mastro has spearheaded, and much more. The event was hosted by NYLS' Center for New York City and State Law. (Ep 531)…

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Riverdale Chapters 56 & 57: Like Eating Spaghetti Without a Fork 1:13:28

1M ago1:13:28

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It’s the end of season 3! It’s a truly ridiculous and silly ending as we get a conclusion to Griffons and Gargoyles, learn about Penelope’s plans, Hiram fights Archie, Betty learns the Farms ultimate plan, the pretty poisons suit up, we get a new Charles and Alice gets exonerated? We’ll be starting Chilling Adventures of Sabrina part 2 next week, w…

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City Hall Free For All: Eric Adams Drops Out & Tish James on Her Legal Battles with Donald Trump 46:21

1M ago46:21

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In our second episode, the hosts debrief about Mayor Eric Adams’ decision to drop his re-election bid. New York Attorney General Tish James also joins us to talk about the cases she and Donald Trump have brought against one another, and her support of Mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani.---FAQ NYC and Max Politics are teaming up for a limited series…

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Episode 139: Three Card Monte 1:44:57

1M ago1:44:57

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We managed to get the whole crew back together for a picks episode, each finding three knives with "wildcard" as the only rule. Some of us made predictable picks, but some took the wildcard assignment seriously and colored far outside their usual lines. Super fun one and some gems we found, so watch our FB group or have your search engine warmed up…

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slither 15:47

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No homeowner's policy in existence covers everything. Patreon subscribers listen ad-free: www.patreon.com/sorennarnia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy SpectreVision Radio

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Riverdale Chapters 54 & 55: The Red Scare vs The Black Hook 1:06:44

2M ago1:06:44

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We’re almost at the end of the season and thankfully it continues to be good. We discuss Archie’s boxing career, Jones family game night, Cheryl and Toni being wishy washy about the Farm, Betty finding out big secrets and the return of the Black Hood. Our amazing cover art is by vedrinic and you can follow them at https://vedrinic.tumblr.com Episod…

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City Hall Free For All: A Crowded Mayoral Race & Jumaane Williams on Democratic Defiance 45:46

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In our debut episode, Public Advocate Jumanne Williams joins us to talk about his arrest outside of 26 Federal Plaza, what the mayor and other elected officials can and should be doing in response to President Trump's threats, and why Williams thinks it's time for New York Democratic Party Chair Jay Jacobs to step down. ---FAQ NYC and Max Politics …

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NYC Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos on the Start of the School Year & Key Education Issues 49:07

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New York City Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos joined the show to discuss the start of the new school year, key education policy initiatives underway like an overhaul of reading instruction, the new statewide student cellphone ban, mayoral control of city schools, and more. (Ep 538)By Max Politics

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Riverdale Chapters 52 & 53: The Cult of Chad Michael Murray 1:14:06

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There’s a hot new cult leader in town and Betty’s the only one brave enough to interview him one on one. We also get the a serpent boxer team up, Gladys arming children, Alice in a new white pantsuit, farmies talking to the dead, and Betty kidnapping her mom. Our amazing cover art is by vedrinic and you can follow them at https://vedrinic.tumblr.co…

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Episode 138: Giant Mouse Jubilee Wrap-Up 1:21:03

2M ago1:21:03

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Mark and Sean recap their participation in the Giant Mouse Grand Opening and 10 Year Jubilee. We talk about the event and share some clips from discussions with some friends at the event. It was a great time, the folks at GMK know how to host a fine party. Big thanks to the GMK team for providing us a space at the Jubilee and for the hospitality! F…

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State of the Mayoral Race with Under 2 Months To Go, with Adam Carlson & JC Polanco 1:08:16

2M ago1:08:16

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Post-Labor Day and with under 2 months until Election Day (Nov. 4) the general election for Mayor of New York City is now in full swing, and four new polls out this week (Sept. 8-12) help shed light on the state of the race among Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo, Curtis Sliwa, and Eric Adams. Joining the show to discuss the polling, the state of the ra…

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carrion 36:12

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Walk through most neighborhoods, and you get at least a general sense of people’s back yards. But where the truly wealthy live on enormous gated parcels of land, you quickly notice it’s almost impossible to either see or know what’s going on back there. With all that space and total anonymity, it really could be… anything. Music: Michele Nobler, 'C…