Best David Oates Podcasts (2025)

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Charlie Kirk, Erika Kirk & Trump Reverse Speech Decoded - David Oates 1:01:16

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Episode 599 David John Oates is the founder and developer of Reverse Speech technologies. He was the first person to ever document speech reversals in human speech in 1983 and has worked extensively since then on research and development, as well as maintaining a therapeutic and consulting practice. He has had an active career spanning 24 years, fu…

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Aage Nost - UFOS, NASA, Health [ Patreon Sample ] 27:12

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Full Episode: https://patreon.com/michaeldecon Ep.125 Sample Join us for another journey down the rabbit hole with veteran guest Mr. Aage Nost, a spiritual scientist and author whose remarkable 50 year path spans aviation, hypnosis, meditation, and deep metaphysical research. From his roots on a Norwegian farm to becoming a pilot in the U.S., Mr. N…

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Celebrating Robert Redford with Pete Hammond 1:04:46

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Phil and David invite Pete Hammond -- Deadline's Awards Columnist/Chief Film Critic -- to "Lunch" at Phil's house to celebrate the remarkable life and career of Robert Redford, the iconic actor, Academy Award-winning director and Sundance founder. They also discuss other breaking film news -- including Paul Thomas Anderson's acclaimed "One Battle A…

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Jimmy Kimmel 58:25

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Phil and David -- unlike the "Los Angeles Times" and "Washington Post" -- want to make a big endorsement: we endorse whatever Jimmy Kimmel says. And so here with a brand new introduction, is the "Naked Lunch" episode that went viral and made headlines around the world. Yes, Jimmy talks Trump, but so much more in a funny, emotional and Italian food-…

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Rivka Galchen Reads “Unreasonable”

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Rivka Galchen reads her story “Unreasonable,” from the September 29, 2025, issue of the magazine. Galchen is the author of three books of fiction, including the story collection “American Innovations" and the novel “Everyone Knows Your Mother Is a Witch,” which was published in 2021. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices…

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John Oates 1:06:15

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After feeling "Out Of Touch" for too long, David catches up with his longtime friend John Oates to discuss John's strong new solo album "Oates," and so much more of his long life in music, both with Daryl Hall and John Oates -- the most successful duo in music history, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees -- and as a solo…

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From Turning Point to Tragedy: Dissecting the Death of Charlie Kirk 1:53:06

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Episode 598 Tonight’s episode offers an unfiltered discussion on the rising tensions across America in the wake of high profile violence and headline grabbing controversies. Michael Decon and co-host Von Wehunt break down the national reaction to the tragic assassination of conservative figure Charlie Kirk, the polarizing fallout across social medi…

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T. Coraghessan Boyle Reads “The Pool” 28:28

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T. Coraghessan Boyle reads his story “The Pool,” from the September 22, 2025, issue of the magazine. A winner of the Rea Award for the Short Story and the PEN/Malamud Prize in the short story, among others, Boyle has published more than thirty books of fiction, including the story collection “I Walk Between the Raindrops” and the novel “Blue Skies,…

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Brian Posehn, Talking Comedy & Remembering Ozzy Osbourne 1:05:51

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Phil & David welcome comedian, actor, voice actor, writer, comic book creator and heavy metal hero Brian Posehn to a "Lunch" that rocks. They share great stories about Brian's life in comedy, his time working with Bob Odenkirk and David Cross in "Mr. Show with Bob and Dave," appearing on sitcoms including "Seinfeld," "The Big Bang Theory" and, yes,…

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Bryan Washington Reads "Voyagers!" 57:23

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Bryan Washington reads his story “Voyagers!,” from the September 15, 2025, issue of the magazine. A winner of the International Dylan Thomas Prize and the Young Lions Fiction Award, among others, Washington is the author of three books of fiction, including “Memorial” and “Family Meal.” A new novel, “Palaver,” will be published later this year. Lea…

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What Really Happened at Sandy Hook? The Untold Story Revealed - Art Olivier 1:06:05

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Episode 597 Art Olivier, former mayor of Bellflower and filmmaker, joins the show to discuss his provocative book "Sandy Hooked" and his 9/11 conspiracy thriller "Operation Terror." In this episode, Art shares his journey from political outsider to elected official and delves into the controversial events that have shaped recent American history. H…

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Jeff Ross, From Broadway with a "Banana" 34:26

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The Roastmaster General is now the Toastmaster of Broadway. Phil & David catch up with their friend Jeff Ross, who they had "Lunch" with for Episode 62 -- to hear all about his current one-man Broadway show, "Take A Banana For The Ride." To learn more about the show and get your tickets or its limited run, go to https://jeffrossbroadway.com. To lea…

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Josh Groban 1:18:42

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Phil & David feel raised up and charmed by this funny and fascinating "Lunch" with multi-platinum singer, songwriter, actor Josh Groban. Days before he takes the stage at The Hollywood Bowl with the Hollywood Phil, Josh comes over to Phil's house near Hollywood to tell amazing stories about how he got his first big break singing with Celine Dion at…

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Victor Lodato Reads Denis Johnson 1:30:37

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Victor Lodato joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “The Largesse of the Sea Maiden,” by Denis Johnson, which was published in The New Yorker in 2014. Lodato is a playwright and the author of the novels “Edgar and Lucy,” “Mathilda Savitch,” the winner of the PEN USA Award for fiction, and “Honey,” which came out in 2024. He has been publishing…

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Live Drama: YouTube Pulled It Mid-Show! Trump Drama, Transgender Shooters, Are Two Heads Better Than One? - Von Weunt 2:22:38

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Episode 596 Join us for an electrifying episode featuring the return of co-host Von Wehunt! After a brief internet hiccup, the conversation kicks off with engaging phone calls, including a heartfelt discussion with a listener facing serious health challenges, leaving everyone moved. Things get even more intriguing with the arrival of the “Depressed…

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Project Blue Beam, UFOs, 9/11, AI and Time Travel - Aage Nost 1:03:04

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Episode 595 From UFO secrets and AI risks to time travel, 9/11 theories, and the fate of humanity, Nost takes us on a journey beyond the ordinary and into the extraordinary. Aage Nost, aviator, author, metaphysician, and lifelong explorer of consciousness, for a wide open, mind-expanding conversation that bridges science, spirituality, and some of …

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Simon Sinek 1:11:35

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Phil & David feel inspired and downright happy to welcome to "Lunch" the inspiring and insightful Simon Sinek, the New York Times bestselling author of "Start With Why" and "The Infinite Game," Optimist influencer and host of his own "A Bit of Optimism" podcast. For more about Simon and his Optimism Company, go to https://simonsinek.com. To learn m…

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Nemesis Perturbation Special Report - Marshall Masters 1:35:46

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Episode 594 In this special edition of the Michael Decon program, Marshall Masters, known for his expertise in preparedness and survival strategies, explores the profound effects of cosmic events and societal shifts. He discusses the Nemesis perturbation and its potential impact on Earth, the increasing visibility of extraterrestrial phenomena like…

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Rachel Cusk Reads “Project” 29:11

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Rachel Cusk reads her story “Project,” from the September 1 & 8, 2025, issue of the magazine. Cusk is the author of several works of nonfiction and twelve novels, including “Outline,” “Transit,” “Kudos,” and, most recently, “Parade,” which won the 2024 Goldsmiths Prize. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices…

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Don Was Remembers Brian Wilson, Plus Great Stories about Rolling Stones, Ringo Starr, Bob Dylan, Blue Note & So Much More (Part 1) 1:18:48

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Phil & David are thrilled to welcome Don Was -- famed record producer, musician and Blue Note Records President -- for Jersey Mike's sandwiches and the first part of an epic conversation about Don's remarkable life in music and all that jazz. They start by paying tribute to the late great Brian Wilson, the subject of Don's brilliant 1995 documentar…

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Miriam Toews Reads “Something Has Come to Light” 18:36

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Miriam Toews reads her story “Something Has Come to Light,” from the August 25, 2025, issue of the magazine. Toews, a winner of the Governor General’s Award for Fiction, is the author of eight novels, including “A Complicated Kindness,” “All My Puny Sorrows,” “Women Talking,” and “Fight Night.” A new memoir, “A Truce That Is Not Peace,” comes out t…

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American Unplugged - Don Jeffries 1:21:27

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Episode 593 Donald Jeffries has been a researcher on the JFK assassination since the mid-1970s. His first novel, "The Unreals," was published in 2007. His first nonfiction book, "Hidden History: An Expose of Modern Crimes, Conspiracies, and Cover-Ups in American Politics," was released by Skyhorse Publishing in November 2014 and quickly became a be…

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Did You Miss Us? (Umma Kitchen, Oscar Meyer/NotCo Hot Dogs, Joyride Cherry Berry Ropes) 51:12

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This week on the show, we're talking about Umma Kitchen in Atlanta, Oscar Meyer Bun Length Plant Based Not Hot Dogs, and trying Joyride Cherry Berry Ropes. SHOW NOTES: The breads Dave mentioned were sourdough from La Calavera and Publix White Mountain bread. To Views: We mentioned the new Naked Gun, Superman, Sister Act 2, Eddington, and 28 Years L…

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Current Affairs w/ Myke Hideous [ Bonus Content ] 52:48

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Episode 123 If you want to listen to the entirety of this episode, please direct yourself to patreon.com/michaeldecon Greetings, everyone! It has been quite some time since Myke last joined us for one of these sessions, making this return long overdue. As a brief note of caution: please be mindful of your surroundings when listening, as the convers…

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Shaun Cassidy - A Great Lunch Reheated & Refreshed With A Tasty New Interview! 1:31:28

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Phil & David catch one of their favorite "Lunch" guests Shaun Cassidy to discuss some exciting news -- Shaun's upcoming "The Road To Us," the longest tour of his professional career starting September 13th at The Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. For Shaun's tour dates and more information on his remarkable career in music and as a successful TV writer/…

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Dr. E. Michael Jones - Culture Wars & Trump, A Christian Nation? 41:43

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Episode 592 E. Michael Jones delves into the complexities of American identity, the influence of social engineering post-World War II, and the moral dilemmas facing the nation today. He argues that the American Empire is in decline, driven by a loss of moral compass and the impact of external influences, particularly from Israel. Jones predicts sig…

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Peter Guralnick on Elvis Presley & Colonel Tom Parker w/an Intro by Billy Bob Thornton! 1:11:58

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Break out the Peanut Butter, Banana & Bacon Sandwiches as Phil and David welcome Peter Guralnick, the renowned author of two definitive Elvis Presley biographies and the brand new book "The Colonel and the King: Tom Parker, Elvis Presley, And The Partnership That Rocked The World." Past "Naked Lunch" guest Billy Bob Thornton introduces this episode…

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Kiran Desai Reads "An Unashamed Proposal" 57:18

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Kiran Desai reads her story “An Unashamed Proposal,” from the August 11, 2025, issue of the magazine. Desai is the author of the novels “Hullabaloo in the Guava Orchard” and “The Inheritance of Loss,” which won the Booker Prize in 2006. A new novel, “The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny,” from which this story was adapted, will be published this fall.…

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The Beatles Truth or Fiction? - Mike Williams Sage of Quay Radio 2:10:48

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EP.591 Mike Williams is a critical thinker and the host of the popular internet site Sage of Quay Radio. He is also the founder of the long-running alternative news blog Sage of Quay and a musician/songwriter.Mike's content is intended to awaken the masses and aid in the rebirth of humanity to our natural existence, where we live in truth and serve…

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Lauren Groff Reads Elizabeth Hardwick 1:12:03

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Lauren Groff joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “The Faithful,” by Elizabeth Hardwick, which was published in The New Yorker in 1979. Groff’s works of fiction include the novels “Fates and Furies” and “Matrix,” both of which were finalists for the National Book Award, and “The Vaster Wilds,” which was published in 2023. A new story collecti…

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Regina Spektor 1:03:42

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Phil and David welcome the brilliant singer-songwriter Regina Spektor from Russia with Love for a funny, warm, moving and inspiring “Naked Lunch” about Regina growing up in Russia, coming to America with her family, her remarkable life and career in music, including stories about Tom Petty, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Jeff Lynne and more. For more on Regin…

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Anne Enright Reads “The Bridge Stood Fast” 51:53

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Anne Enright reads her story “The Bridge Stood Fast,” from the August 4, 2025, issue of the magazine. Enright has published eleven books of fiction, including the story collection “Yesterday’s Weather,” and the novels “The Gathering,” which won the Man Booker Prize, “Actress,” and “The Wren, The Wren.” Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/…

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Hulk Hogan, Ozzy Osbourne & Malcolm Warner DEAD! 1:51:12

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Episode 590 The guys are back together for another wild, unfiltered episode. If you’re easily offended, you might want to keep the volume down around the innocent. Listener discretion is advised, as this will not be for everyone.

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Caravan To Midnight - John B. Wells 1:15:46

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Episode 589 John B. Wells is an American talk radio host, voice actor, and former weekend host of Coast to Coast AM, known for his distinctive voice and engaging on-air style. He currently hosts the radio programs Caravan to Midnight and Ark Midnight, where he discusses news, current events, conspiracy theories, and the unexplained. Wells began his…

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Larry Charles - A "Comedy Samurai" on "Borat," "Seinfeld," "Curb," Dylan & So Much More 1:13:21

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The legendary writer ("Seinfeld") and director ("Borat") Larry Charles comes to "Naked Lunch" to discuss his brilliant career and his remarkable new book "Comedy Samurai: Forty Years of Blood, Guts, and Laughter," a rollicking journey through modern American Comedy. Hear great stories about Sacha Baron Cohen, Larry David, Bob Dylan and so many more…

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Adam Kokesh x Michael Decon 1:37:14

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Episode 588 Adam Kokesh is a former United States Marine Corps corporal who served in Fallujah, Iraq. He received an other-than-honorable discharge from the military, a decision attributed to his political activism and an incident involving the unauthorized transport of a pistol from Iraq. Since 2007, Kokesh has established himself as a prominent l…

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Mona Awad Reads “The Chartreuse” 50:19

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Mona Awad reads her story “The Chartreuse,” from the July 28, 2025, issue of the magazine. Awad is the author of four books of fiction, including “13 Ways of Looking at a Fat Girl,” which won the Amazon Best First Novel Award, and “Rouge,” which was published in 2023. Her new novel, “We Love You, Bunny,” will come out in September. Learn about your…

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Donald Trump & Jeffrey Epstein - Jon Kelly 2:09:09

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Episode 587 Michael Decon introduces John Kelly, an international clinician and speech analyst. The conversation quickly shifts to the topic of Jeffrey Epstein and Donald Trump, setting the stage for a deep dive into their controversial relationship. The revelations about Epstein's criminal activities have had a profound impact on society, particul…

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Gavin Rossdale of Bush & "Dinner With Gavin Rossdale" 1:24:13

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Somebody Feed Gavin! Phil & David happily welcome Gavin Rossdale, the famed frontman of the band Bush and host of his own tasty new conversational cooking show "Dinner With Gavin Rossdale." Gavin shares great stories about music, food, family and life. Bush's new album, "I Beat Loneliness" is out on Friday July 18th. For more on Bush's music and to…

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Lotic.ai Co Founder - William Welser 1:08:50

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William (Bill) Welser IV is the CEO, Chief Technology Officer, and Cofounder of Lotic.ai. This innovative startup is creating a privacy-first well-being ecosystem using spoken word narratives to unlock the power of personal stories, empowering individuals and organizations to make well-informed decisions. As a passionate, curious, and creative tech…

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Clare Sestanovich Reads “Natural History” 38:39

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Clare Sestanovich reads her story “Natural History,” from the July 21, 2025, issue of the magazine. Sestanovich is the author of the story collection “Objects of Desire,” which came out in 2021 and was a finalist for the PEN/Robert W. Bingham Prize, and the novel “Ask Me Again,” which was published last year. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.p…

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Sandy Hook Revisited, Alex Jones, Jim Fetzer - Victor Hugo Vaca Jr & Wyn Young 2:55:52

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Episode 586 In this extensive discussion, attorney Wyn Young and Victor Hugo Vaca Jr. explore the Sandy Hook incident, questioning its narrative and the subsequent legal battles involving Alex Jones. They delve into the implications of free speech, the role of media, and the potential conspiracies surrounding the event, while also addressing the br…

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Parasitic Entities - Robert Stanley EP.121 [ Patreon Vault ] 1:21:42

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FULL EPISODE ONLY ON PATREON.COM/MICHAELDECON Robert has made his highly anticipated return, and once again, you are in for an exceptional experience. Robert Stanley is a distinguished author renowned for his compelling works, including Close Encounters on Capitol Hill and Covert Encounters in Washington, D.C. With an extensive background as a corr…

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Adam Duritz of Counting Crows 1:13:43

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Round Here at "Naked Lunch," Phil & David fall Accidentally In Love with Adam Duritz, the leader of Counting Crows, during a fun, fascinating and far-ranging conversation. They discuss food and fame, how Adam and David first met for a "Rolling Stone" cover story just as the band's career was taking off, the group's latest tasty album, "Butter Mirac…

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Zadie Smith Reads “The Silence” 33:57

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Zadie Smith reads her story “The Silence,” from the July 7 & 14, 2025, issue of the magazine. Smith, a winner of the Orange Prize for Fiction and the PEN/Audible Literary Service Award, among others, is the author of two short-story collections and six novels, including “NW,” “Swing Time,” and “The Fraud,” which was published in 2023. Learn about y…

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BRUCE!: A Bonus Springsteen Box "Lunch" with the Totally Boss Rob Sheffield 26:37

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Just in time for the 4th of July, please enjoy this bonus Box "Lunch" with Phil & David sharing a tasty #7 sandie from Jersey Mike's and diving hungrily into Bruce Springsteen's totally boss new Tracks 2: The Lost Albums box set. They're joined by David's longtime friend and Rolling Stone colleague Rob Sheffield, also an acclaimed author (Love Is A…

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Ottessa Moshfegh Reads “The Comedian” 39:19

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Ottessa Moshfegh reads her story “The Comedian,” from the July 7 & 14, 2025, issue of the magazine. Moshfegh is the author of one story collection and four novels, including “Eileen,” for which she won the PEN/Hemingway Award in 2016; “My Year of Rest and Relaxation”; and “Lapvona,” which came out in 2022. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.…

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More M.G. Leonard: Further Furry Tales from the Riverbank 10:56

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Last Summer, MGL shared a very exciting secret with me. A year on, it is with no small amount of delight that I can now finally cease my silence! In Maya’s words: “I have written a book about Portly the Otter, son of Otter from The Wind in the Willows. It is modelled on Kenneth Grahame’s original, as a series of riverbank stories, and features char…

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Souvankham Thammavongsa Reads Samanta Schweblin 48:30

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Souvankham Thammavongsa joins Deborah Treisman to read and discuss “The Size of Things,” by Samanta Schweblin (translated, from the Spanish, by Megan McDowell), which was published in The New Yorker in 2017. Thammavongsa is a Laotian Canadian writer. Her publications include the poetry collections “Light” and “Cluster” and the story collection “How…