Best David Hebert Podcasts (2025)

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How To Keep Your Family Safe & Our Nation Strong w/ CIA Operator Andrew Bustamante #506 2:02:25

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We're back with CIA Spy Andrew Bustamante, because I wanted to ask him, what do you see when you look out at the world? Because 53% of wealthy Americans are getting secondary visas as a backup plan to leave our country. And what he sees from his unique vantage point is that we're in for a lot of pain and in for a lot of chaos, but if you have faith…

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Liberal plan to save Canada Post sparks backlash 23:35

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At Issue this week: Canada Post workers go back on strike after the Liberals unveil a plan to save it from its ‘existential crisis.’ The Conservatives call for the public safety minister to be fired over leaked gun buyback comments. And Prime Minister Mark Carney tries to find more trade allies. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne an…

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Eliezer Yudkowsky vs Mark Miller | ASI Risks: Similar premises, opposite conclusions 4:12:32

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What are the best strategies for addressing extreme risks from artificial superintelligence? In this 4-hour conversation, decision theorist Eliezer Yudkowsky and computer scientist Mark Miller discuss their cruxes for disagreement. They examine the future of AI, existential risk, and whether alignment is even possible. Topics include AI risk scenar…

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What does Carney need from Mexico? 23:04

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At Issue this week: Prime Minister Mark Carney goes to Mexico to try and shore up a new trade partnership. Chrystia Freeland and David Lametti leave the Liberal team. And the federal government asks the Supreme Court to limit how provinces use the notwithstanding clause. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.…

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Pierre Poilievre returns to the House 11:11

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At Issue special edition: Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre returns to the House of Commons after winning his Alberta by-election, facing off with Prime Minister Mark Carney for the first time in Parliament. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

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Carney’s infrastructure fast track 22:48

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At Issue this week: What the first projects on Prime Minister Mark Carney’s approval fast track signal about the government’s direction. MPs prepare to return to Parliament , but have the dynamics shifted? And Conservatives target the Temporary Foreign Workers program. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.…

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Finding Truth In The Darkness & How To Lucid Dream w/ Andrew Holocek #505 1:57:35

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What can be illuminated when you explore in the darkness of your subconscious mind, through lucid dreaming or darkness retreats? We get to the heart of mystery in this mind-bending episode with Andrew Holecek, one of the most brilliant and poetic explorers of consciousness I know. We go deep into the transformative crucible of dark retreat—somethin…

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Recovering The Lost Knowledge of Our First Nations | Chief Bear Cross, Chase Iron Eyes #504 1:49:18

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What wisdom and knowledge is lost within the lineages of our First Nations people? And how can we possibly recover and apply that which has been forgotten? In this never-before podcast with Chief Bear Cross, an active chief in the Wanagi Oyate “Ghost Nation” Lakota Sioux lineage, we hear stories of forgotten knowledge and deep wisdom that will shif…

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Jealousy, Comedy & Fidelity In A Post-Conventional Relationship | Joshua Draper, Vylana Marcus #503 2:03:37

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When I shared the podcast announcing our post-conventional relationship, it ricocheted around the social metaverse, evoking sharp criticism. One potential reason is that the beauty of the lovership between my wife Vylana and Joshua Draper was not properly explicated. For some people, a relationship where there can be more than monogamy is heresy. I…

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Have We Overvalued Autonomy At The Cost of Connection? | William Von Hipple PhD #503 1:31:01

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William von Hippel is a professor of psychology and author of The Social Paradox, which explores how the overvaluation of autonomy has led to isolation and alienation, challenging the very essence of human thriving. In this episode, we delve into "The Paradox of Autonomy and Connection" and discover insights into how our evolutionary history has sh…

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David Suzuki warns Carney, too, is ‘trapped by the system’ (via Front Burner) 30:56

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Mark Carney’s Canada-first political plan still puts the Earth last, argues David Suzuki, and that’s “moral and economic madness.” After more than four decades of activism and advocacy, Suzuki is one of the most renowned and respected voices in the environmental movement. So when he says it's too late to stop climate change, people take notice. And…

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Life-Changing Therapy: Healing Parts & Revealing Entities | IFS Founder Dr. Richard Schwartz #502 1:49:23

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Internal Family Systems, for which Dr. Dick Schwartz is the legendary founder, is undoubtedly the most powerful form of therapy I have ever encountered. Instead of just talking about this type of therapy, you’ll get to witness it in action: demonstrating the efficacy and intricacy of the process in real time. Coming on the heels of the hardest mont…

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Who Is Aubrey Marcus Really? Ex Fiancé Sacred Confessional w/ Caitlyn Howe #501 1:50:08

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The aftermath of the infamously viral podcast about my post-conventional relationship with my beloved wife Vylana and Alana Beale has been one of the hardest months of my life. It’s forced me to ask deep, penetrating questions about who I am, at the core of my being. The process has been profoundly alchemical, a kind of calcination where all the bu…

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Carney bulldozes his nation-building bill through Parliament 22:19

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At Issue this week: The Liberal government pushes to expedite Prime Minister Mark Carney’s contentious major projects bill, despite objections from Indigenous communities. Canada commits to a new relationship with India. And Pierre Poilievre starts a podcast. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.…

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Nobel Laureate David Baker on Using AI for Science to Solve Humanity's Biggest Problems [TEASER] 4:52

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This is a teaser episode of the Existential Hope Podcast with Nobel Laureate David Baker. David reveals how scientists are now inventing entirely new proteins—life's fundamental building blocks—to tackle some of the world's most pressing challenges. David shares his journey and his vision for a future where custom-built "molecular machines," an ide…

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What Carney’s G7 invite list says about his priorities 22:17

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At Issue this week: Minister Mark Carney invites Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the G7 summit. Canada gets a defence spending boost. And how close are we to a trade deal with the U.S.? Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.…

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Does The Stuff You “Hate” Turn You On? w/ Carolyn Lovewell | #500 2:08:31

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Carolyn Lovewell is not only the world famous author of the book Existential Kink, she matches her psychological prowess with profound magickal knowledge. In this podcast we dive deep on all aspects of shadow work, helping to reveal the hidden turn-on underneath our own repeating negative patterns. With that awareness, using tools like Internal Fam…

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Welcome to Foresight Institute Radio 0:43

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This feed is now Foresight Institute Radio—your place for standout talks on frontier technology: from AI and neurotech to nanotech, longevity, and space. You’ll hear highlights from Foresight’s global conferences and seminars featuring top scientists and builders. For long-form interviews, follow our sister show: The Existential Hope Podcast, with …

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Jonathan Anomaly | Embryo selection for health, longevity and intelligence 11:04

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What happens when parents can choose their children's genetic traits, and which selections benefit society versus harm it? In this talk, Jonathan Anomaly explores the emerging field of embryo selection for intelligence, disease prevention, and longevity. He covers how polygenic risk scores work to predict complex traits and why most diseases involv…

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Mary Lou Jepsen | The handheld hospital 10:13

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What if you could diagnose stroke, treat cancer, and cure depression with a smartphone-sized device that costs $1,000 instead of millions? In this talk, Mary Lou Jepsen demonstrates her revolutionary handheld medical devices that use ultrasound and infrared light to selectively target diseased cells while leaving healthy tissue unharmed. She covers…

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Jean Hebert | ARPA-H: Accelerate better health outcomes for everyone 8:53

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What if a government agency could fund transformative health research with $200 million budgets and no bureaucratic committees? In this talk, Jean Hebert explores ARPA-H's – a research funding agency – unique mission to accelerate health breakthroughs, from 3D-printed organs to functional eye transplants. He covers how ARPA-H operates differently f…

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Irina Rish | AI & Scale 12:18

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How has the history of AI been shaped by the "bitter lesson" that simple scaling beats complex algorithms, and what comes next? In this talk, Irina Rish traces AI's evolution from rule-based systems to today's foundation models, exploring how scaling laws predicted performance improvements and recent shifts toward more efficient approaches. She cov…

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Carney and Trump hold private tariff talks 23:56

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At Issue this week: Sources tell CBC/Radio-Canada that Carney and Trump have shared private calls and texts about tariffs. Premiers pitch their infrastructure projects to the prime minister. And does a new border security bill go too far? Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.…

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Canada caught in Trump tariff uncertainty 22:56

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At Issue this week: How will another week of back-and-forth on tariffs from the U.S. change Canada’s negotiating position? The changing dynamics in the House under a new government. Plus, the prime minister looks to sell his plans to the premiers. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.…

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What history can teach us about doing better science – Eric Gilliam 1:06:39

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Eric Gilliam studies how organizations like Bell Labs, early MIT, and the Rockefeller Foundation helped drive scientific progress — and what made them unusually effective. In this conversation, we explore how those models worked, why many of them disappeared, and what it would take to bring them back. Eric explains why fast-moving, engineering-driv…

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What the King’s speech says about Carney’s priorities 8:41

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King Charles delivers a historic speech from the throne in Parliament. The National’s At Issue panel breaks down the message and what it tells Canadians about the federal government's priorities under Prime Minister Mark Carney. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

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Existential Hope Podcast: Glen Weyl | Can we use AI to build a fairer society? 26:27

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Most AI discussions focus on its risks to democracy – disinformation, surveillance, centralization of power. But what if AI could make governance better? Glen Weyl, political economist at Microsoft Research and founder of RadicalxChange, argues that AI could be used to create more participatory, decentralized, and democratic systems, if we design i…

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Carney sets up throne speech 22:46

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At Issue this week: Prime Minister Mark Carney sets the stage for a throne speech with a mandate letter outlining tasks and priorities for his cabinet. Canada looks beyond the U.S. for allies. And, Liberal MPs will soon decide whether to give themselves the powers to order leadership reviews. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and A…

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How To Extract Entities, Do REAL Shadow Work, And Know God | Paul Chek #499 2:47:12

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In every hero’s journey, there are stages where you get to ‘meet the mentor’. They have specific wisdom and guidance that is invaluable for you to continue on your path and face the challenges that lay in front of you. Paul is one of those mentors, not just for me but for millions. Not only is his knowledge of the human body, psychic body, and emot…

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Existential Hope Podcast: Ada Palmer | The storytelling tools you need for worldbuilding 43:13

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How can storytelling shape our visions of the future? Ada Palmer—historian, science fiction writer, and futurist—brings a unique perspective on how worldbuilding can be a powerful tool for exploring complex ideas. In this conversation with Beatrice Erkers, she shares her perspective on worldbuilding and storytelling, and her recommendations for how…

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Carney government’s priorities 23:06

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At Issue this week: Prime Minister Mark Carney has assembled a new cabinet, but what do his choices say about his priorities? The government comes under fire for delaying its first budget. And, a Quebec riding at the centre of a recount and mail-in ballot fight. Rosemary Barton hosts Althia Raj, Aaron Wherry and Rob Russo…

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A New Pattern Of Sacred Relationship Emerges | Vylana, Alana Beale, Dr. Marc Gafni #498 2:37:08

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Are relationship structures intended by the Cosmos to be one size fits all? Or do variations actually serve the evolution of love? In this wildly intimate and emotional revelation, we share the story of how the sacred union with my wife Vylana expanded to include our beloved Alana Beale. This is not a prescription, it is a description of what has w…

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Existential Hope Podcast: Anthony Aguirre | Will AI replace us or help us thrive? 26:35

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How we develop AI will shape the future of society. In this interview, Anthony Aguirre explores the distinction between Tool AI and Replacement AI, and how this framing can inform AI policy, governance, and strategy. He shares insights on the risks and thresholds of AGI, the role of capability, agency, and autonomy in AI development, and what it me…

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Will Carney’s meeting with Trump change anything? 23:57

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Will Prime Minister Mark Carney’s meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump change anything with for the Canada-U.S. relationship? Andrew Scheer steps up for the Conservatives as interim Opposition leader in the House. And, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith re-ignites the sovereignty debate. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Althia Raj and Aaron Wh…

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Existential Hope Podcast: Helen Toner | Who gets to decide AI’s future? 20:49

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Who makes the rules for AI? Right now, a handful of companies and governments are shaping its trajectory – but what happens behind closed doors? Helen Toner, Director of Strategy at Georgetown’s CSET and former OpenAI board member, has been inside some of the biggest AI governance conversations. In this conversation with Beatrice Erkers, she shares…

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Carney’s first moves 21:52

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At Issue this week: Prime Minister Mark Carney’s new minority government faces multiple challenges, but where should he start? What’s next for the Conservatives and Pierre Poilievre? Plus, can the Green Party find a role on Parliament Hill? Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.…

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Can Mark Carney unify with a minority? 15:50

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At Issue: Canada Votes edition | A tight race leaves the Liberals with a minority, the Conservatives with a seatless leader and a country divided. Can Prime Minister Mark Carney build unity in the face of unprecedented threats, and what comes next for the House of Commons? Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.…

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Existential Hope Podcast: Aaron Stupple | Raising kids for an unknown future 56:05

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What if parenting held the keys to civilization’s long-term flourishing? In this deeply personal and philosophically rich episode of the Existential Hope podcast, we sit down with Dr. Aaron Stupple – physician, thinker, and author of The Sovereign Child. Drawing from the rationalist traditions of David Deutsch and Karl Popper, and grounded in the p…

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Party leaders unveil their platforms — finally 23:18

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At Issue this week: All the major federal parties have finally released their costed platforms, but will they sway voters? What does the path to victory look like for each party on election night? And could some leaders lose their own seats? Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.…

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Architect Your Mind To See The TRUTH & Transcend Suffering | Peter Crone #497 2:08:59

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One of our most popular guests of all time, “the mind architect” Peter Crone is back to eviscerate all of the problems we think we have. In this live event podcast he leaves the audience speechless on multiple occasions with his uncanny ability to liberate the mind from false constraints. His teachings should truly be mandatory for the human operat…

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Did the federal leaders’ debate change anything? 17:32

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Major party leaders meet in Montreal for the English-language leaders' debate with less than two weeks until Canada votes. And event organizers are forced to cancel the post-debate news conferences over security concerns. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

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Existential Hope Podcast: Hannah Ritchie | Climate Tech & How AI Can Help Solve Big Problems 27:04

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The way we talk about the future of the planet often feels like a choice between denial and doomism. But what if we looked at the data? Hannah Ritchie, Deputy Editor at Our World in Data, has dedicated her work to making complex global challenges—like climate change, energy, and sustainability—more understandable and actionable. In this conversatio…

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Who came off best in the French debate? 17:06

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In a special Canada Votes edition of At Issue, Rosemary Barton and the panel discuss who came off best and worst in the French-language leaders' debate, whether Mark Carney’s French passed muster, and whether Pierre Poilievre succeeded in appearing more prime ministerial. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.…

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48-Hour Miracle: Ibogaine's CURE For Addiction, Mental Health & Spiritual Crisis | W. Bryan Hubbard & Robert Gallery #496 2:01:42

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Has the cure for addiction, mental health afflictions, and spiritual disconnection been right in front of us? These proponents of Ibogaine including NFL star Robert Gallery and the inspiring activist Bryan Hubbard would say yes – this powerful psychedelic from Africa is a miracle. I’ve experienced this medicine first hand, sharing my story on the J…

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Will politics ever be less partisan? At Issue answers your questions 49:31

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Rosemary Barton and The National’s At Issue panel bring the political discussion to Halifax, answering questions from Canadians about the biggest issues on the federal campaign trail. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

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Existential Hope podcast | Worldbuilding for a Hopeful AI Future 10:08

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In this special “minisode” of the Existential Hope podcast, Allison and Beatrice from Foresight Institute sit down to discuss their newly launched, free worldbuilding course on Udemy: The AI Futures Worldbuilding course. This course—created in partnership with the Future of Life Institute—helps participants imagine and shape positive visions for AI…

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Poilievre pulls big crowds, but does it matter? 18:08

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In this special Canada Votes edition live from Halifax, The National’s At Issue panel breaks down the latest from the federal election campaign trail, including rally stops in Alberta and an appearance by former Conservative prime minister Stephen Harper. Plus, how party leaders are dealing with the media. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andr…

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Returning “Feminine Empowerment” To The TRUE POWER of a Devotional Woman w/Kelsey Kazarian #495 2:39:39

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Kelsey Kazarian is something of a black sheep in the feminine reclamation metaverse. But to stick with that metaphor, the reason she is a black sheep is because she remembers the true colors of a sheep. In other words, a lot of pop culture “feminine empowerment” is actually just a masculine imitation in a woman’s body. So what is the true essence o…

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Canada’s response to Trump’s global tariff assault 23:00

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At Issue this week: Canada dodges Trump’s latest wave of global tariffs, but with some sectors already reeling, can it be considered a win? How the U.S. president’s moves are shifting the federal election campaign. And controversial candidates get booted off the ballot. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.…

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Zac Hatfield-Dodds | Anthropic’s Responsible Scaling Policy 10:34

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Zac Hatfield-Dodds is a member of the technical staff at Anthropic. In this episode he talks about Anthropic's responsible scaling policy. About Foresight Institute Foresight Institute is a research organization and non-profit that supports the beneficial development of high-impact technologies. Since our founding in 1987 on a vision of guiding pow…