Best Derek Davidson Podcasts (2025)

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Great Pyramid Chambers to be Explored!! Exclusive Updates & Details | #74 Shaun Whitehead 2:24:51

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The Great Pyramid still holds secrets—and explorer Shaun Whitehead is on the front lines of uncovering them. In this exclusive episode of Limitless, Shaun shares never-before-heard details about upcoming explorations inside thepyramid’s mysterious chambers. From the Queen’s Chamber shafts and the infamous “Gantenbrink’s Door” to the enigmatic Big V…

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Episode 147 - Marriage Isn’t Just Hard—Finding Gladness Together 20:51

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Marriage is often described as hard—but it’s also one of God’s greatest gifts of joy. In this episode, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott share biblical wisdom, stories, and practical ways to cultivate gladness, gratitude, and fun in your marriage. Scriptures: 1 Cor 7:28 John 16:33 MT 7:24-27 John 10:10 Discussion Questions: 1. What small things bring joy…

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TATA SHERISE, JOURDAIN FISHER & NORE DAVIS | "Are You in Heat?" | Derek Gaines & Dave Temple | NNFA #418 1:10:56

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This week’s episode is splendiferous indeed!! This week we’re joined by Tata Sherise, Jourdan Fisher, and Nore Davis for one of the wildest, funniest, and most unpredictable episodes yet. From wild confessions to Jamaican food debates, this one’s packed with laughs, stories, and chaos. Plus, don’t miss the game “How Black AF1 Are You” at the end; i…

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Earth’s Disaster Cycle: How close is the next catastrophe? | #73 Ben Davidson 3:15:47

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Earth’s magnetic field is weakening. The poles are racing. Solarstorms are hitting harder than ever before. Are we already in the middle of Earth’s disaster cycle? In this in-depth conversation, Ben Davidson(founder of Space Weather News and Observer Ranch) lays out the science, evidence, and consequences of the catastrophic cycles that have shaped…

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Episode 146 - Surrendered Sexuality (feat. Juli Slattery) 29:01

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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott welcome back Dr. Juli Slattery to discuss her newest book, Surrendered Sexuality. Together they unpack why sexual struggles are always spiritual struggles, how identity in Christ transforms intimacy, and what it looks like to invite God into this vulnerable area of marriage Scriptu…

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"Bad Dog, Good Dad!" | Derek Gaines & Dave Temple | NNFA #417 1:17:11

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It’s a splendiferous family episode! This week we dive into hilarious stories about bad dogs, good dads, and everything in between. From childhood memories and family drama to service dogs, comedy beginnings, and raising kids. Plus, we answer fan questions that spark conversations about Philly hip hop, first live comedy experiences, and why short c…

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Plus Brien discusses his UFO & Paranormal Experiences for the First Time | #72 Brien Foerster 2:49:20

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In this wide-ranging conversation, Brien Foerster joins Matt Beall to explore the mysteries of ancient civilizations across the globe. From the megalithic sites of Bolivia and Peru to the enigmatic structures of Ollantaytambo, Brien unpacks evidence that challenges conventional history. The discussiondives deep into the mysteries of the Paracas elo…

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Episode 145 - The Truth About “Don’t Go to Bed Angry” 26:25

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In this episode, the More Than Roommates team tackles one of the most quoted—and misunderstood—marriage verses: “Don’t let the sun go down on your anger.” They unpack what Ephesians 4:26 really means, why staying up until 2 a.m. fighting isn’t always wise, and practical ways to resolve conflict quickly without giving the enemy a foothold in your ma…

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ONIKA MCLEAN | "Pyramid Scheme" | Derek Gaines & Dave Temple |NNFA #416 1:23:12

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This week on NNFA Podcast, the hilarious and insightful Onika McClean joins the gang to talk about pyramid schemes, family dynamics, comedy hustle, and the wild stories that come with chasing your dreams. From Herbalife scams to Jamie Foxx party rumors, this episode is packed with laughs, real talk, and plenty of truths! PrizePicks - Visit https://…

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Escaping the Past to Reclaim the Future | #71 Elisabeth Carson 1:41:51

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From chaos and crime to healing and biohacking — this is anunfiltered story of survival, transformation, and finding clarity after a life of trauma, addiction, and redemption. In this episode, we explore how a runaway teen became entangled in the world of drugs, crime, and prison — only to transform her life through motherhood, healing practices, a…

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Episode 144 - Before You Say “I Do”: Why Living Together Isn’t God’s Best 25:27

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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott talk about cohabitation and whether couples should live together before marriage (Hint: the answer is “no”). We discuss the dangers of acting like a married couple before you make the covenant commitment marriage requires. Scriptures: Hebrews 13:4 Romans 12:1-2 Genesis 2:24-25 1 Co…

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Opening remarks | Kelsey Piper | EA Global: Bay Area 2025 44:05

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Watch on YouTube Join us for an opening talk from Kelsey Piper.Kelsey is a senior writer at Vox's Future Perfect, where she writes about global health, science, and tech.

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The Moral Circle: insects, AI systems, and other beings who might matter | Jeff Sebo | EAG Bay Area 2025 44:01

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Watch on YouTube Which nonhumans matter, how much do they matter, and what do we owe them in a world reshaped by human activity? In this talk, Jeff Sebo argues that humanity should include all potentially significant beings in our moral community, with transformative implications for our lives and societies. He then examines a variety of questions …

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Doing impactful research | Marcus Davis | EA Global: Bay Area 2025 54:16

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Watch on YouTube Join Marcus Davis as he examines how Rethink Priorities has refined its research methodology and theory of change over time. Drawing from concrete examples, he'll share key insights for researchers and organizations aiming to maximize their impact through systematic investigation. This session will offer practical takeaways for con…

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AI-enabled human power grabs, and how to stop them | Tom Davidson | EA Global: Bay Area 2025 51:17

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Watch on YouTube AI could enable a tiny group of humans, or just one human, to take over a country and even the world. This risk is ballpark similar probability to AI takeover, and would be similarly bad if it happened. But there's been significantly (10X) less effort to reduce it. This talk aims to raise awareness and understanding of the risk, an…

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Strategic directions for a digital consciousness | Hayley Clatterbuck & Derek Shiller | EAG BA 2025 54:05

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Watch on YouTube Consciousness in contemporary or near-future AI systems is becoming a matter of practical concern. To make wise decisions about such systems, it will be important to have a model of their probabilities of consciousness and how those probabilities will change with new advancements.In this talk, Hayley and Derek will delve into an on…

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Critical levers: Where to push for farmed animals now | Zoe Sigle | EA Global: Bay Area 2025 46:30

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Watch on YouTube Factory farming, the industrial-scale harming of animals raised for food, is arguably the greatest moral atrocity of our time. Every year, 91 billion land animals, 124 billion finfishes, and trillions of crustaceans are farmed globally, with the vast majority suffering from psychological and physical harms.Despite the “David and Go…

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Fireside chat | William MacAskill and Tom Davidson | EA Global: Bay Area 2025 45:39

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Watch on YouTube In this fireside chat, Tom Davidson and William MacAskill will discuss whether AI could help a small group of humans seize power, how to get to the best possible future, and other neglected topics in AGI preparedness.William MacAskill is an associate professor in philosophy at the University of Oxford. At the time of his appointmen…

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Evidence to Policy Pipeline | Eva Vivalt | EAGxToronto 2024 50:22

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Watch on YouTube Policymaker decisions can be very consequential, and in recent years many have been interested in ensuring that these decisions are evidence-based. However, there are several barriers to evidence-based decision-making. This talk discusses barriers in generating evidence, interpreting evidence, and acting on evidence, drawing on wor…

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Giving Portfolios Under Moral Uncertainty | Bob Fischer | EAGxToronto 2024 53:04

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Watch on YouTube It's hard to know what to think about lots of foundational moral questions. As a result, it's hard to know how to prioritize among the various giving opportunities available to us. The goal of this talk is to show people how Rethink Priorities' Moral Parliament Tool can help you think through some of the tricky questions associated…

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10,000th 10% Giving Pledge in 2024? | James Rayton | EAGxToronto 2024 49:53

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Watch on YouTube James Rayton, Giving What We Can's Head of Community, gives an inside view of their organisational strategy and a chance to feed into the thinking on how to achieve their bold plans for the future.

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Hepatitis C Human Challenge Studies in Toronto | Jake Eberts | EAGxToronto 2024 58:22

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Watch on YouTube A human challenge model (where volunteers are deliberately infected with a pathogen) may represent the only way to advance hepatitis C vaccine development in the foreseeable future. A foundational hepatitis C challenge study will likely begin in Toronto in 2025. This session discusses the proposed hepatitis C study, participation i…

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Giving Kids a Fighting Chance for a Very Low Cost | Andrew Pavao | EAGxToronto 2024 26:14

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Watch on YouTube Nutrition International's Vitamin A Supplementation (VAS) program is a life-saving nutrition intervention that has reached more than 150 million children per year, with more than 10 billion capsules provided globally since 1998. It is both high impact and incredibly low cost. For the last two years, GiveWell has recommended a grant…

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Wild and Farmed Animal Welfare | Kyle Johannsen | EAGxToronto 2024 53:39

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Watch on YouTube This talk discusses the relationships between two important cause areas: wild animal welfare and farmed animal welfare. The talk covera various considerations relevant to cause prioritization, but does not argue that one area warrants a higher level of priority than the other. Regardless of which area you work in, what matters most…

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Making AI Risk Accessible with Compelling Analogies | Darren McKee | EAGxToronto 2024 53:20

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Watch on YouTube Everyone will be affected by increasingly powerful AI systems, so everyone should be empowered to understand AI risks. This talk explores how to make AI risk and safety ideas more accessible through the use of engaging analogies. The goal is to provide interesting ways of framing AI risk and safety for both the audience and to shar…

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How Not to Waste Your Career | Matt Reardon | EAGxToronto 2024 54:08

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Watch on YouTube Matt from 80,000 Hours offers reflections on hundreds of career conversations he's had. He speaks to some of the core assumptions behind 80k's career recommendations that often go overlooked with special focus on the talent bar in EA direct work and how people should be orienting towards it and pushing themselves to clear it.…

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Nordic Comparative Advantage | Maria Bækkelie, Laura Kull | EAGxNordics 2025 23:37

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Watch on YouTube What are the Nordic & Baltic comparative advantages to have a positive impact in the world? This talk explores the unique strengths and opportunities of the Nordic effective altruism community to do good. Drawing on insights from workshops with community builders in the Nordics & Baltic countries, Maria Bækkelie and Laura M. Kull s…

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The Case for Prioritizing Animals in your EA Journey | Niklas Fjeldberg | EAGxNordics 2025 18:08

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Watch on YouTube What if your work could help billions and still feel like a privilege? In this talk, Niklas Fjeldberg explores why animal advocacy is one of the most impactful, neglected, and purpose-driven fields you can enter today. Drawing from his own journey — going from concerned citizen to full-time campaigner at Anima International — he il…

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Understanding AI Alignment Through Learning Theory | Einar Urdshals | EAGxNordics 2025 22:50

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Watch on YouTube Join Einar Urdshals as he introduces how Singular Learning Theory (SLT) can help advance AI safety. As AI systems grow more powerful, we need to understand how they learn and generalize to ensure they remain aligned. Einar shares how Timaeus applies mathematical frameworks to connect training data, model structure and behavior. Dis…

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Overcoming Perfectionism and Imposter Syndrome: A CBT Perspective | Tim LeBon | EAGxNordics 2025 50:22

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Watch on YouTube Tim LeBon explores two common mental health challenges in the effective altruism community: perfectionism and imposter syndrome. Learn about their causes, what keeps them going, and practical CBT tips to overcome them.Tim is a CBT therapist, author, and speaker with a background in philosophy from Oxford. He’s worked widely with ef…

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CEPI: 100 Day Mission Vaccine Development; What Does it Take? | Stig Tollefsen | EAGxNordics 2025 47:00

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Watch on YouTube This session explores the ambitious global initiative to develop safe and effective vaccines within 100 days of a pandemic threat's identification. Stig Tollefsen from CEPI discusses the strategic innovations required to achieve this mission, including creating vaccine libraries, establishing global clinical trial networks, and exp…

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Veganism as the Missing link in Effective Altruism | Lars Olesen, Aimee Alminde | EAGxNordics 2025 20:36

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Watch on YouTube Our global food system drives some of the most urgent challenges of our time — from systematic animal suffering to climate breakdown. Veganism offers a simple, exponentially scalable, and cost-effective solution to these crises. In this talk, Lars Corvinius Olesen and Aimee Alminde argues that veganism deserves a central place with…

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The Science of Supercharging your Donations | Kari Kjørholt, Ulrik Johnsen | EAGxNordics 2025 29:44

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Watch on YouTube In this talk, Kari and Ulrik from Gi Effektivt and Giv Effektivt explore how evidence and expert analysis can multiply the impact of your donations by 10 or even 100 times. Learn why some charities are far more effective than others, why giving well is a moral responsibility, and how our minds can mislead us when choosing where to …

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Responsible AI Governance: A Retrospective and Prospective Analysis | Uma Kalkar | EAGxNordics 2025 24:19

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Watch on YouTube What does responsible AI governance actually look like on the ground—and how can we influence its future directions? In this talk, Uma Kalkar draws on insights from the Global Index on Responsible AI (GIRAI) to explore global trends shaping the future of AI governance. She explores actionable strategies for those working to ensure …

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From feelings to action: spreadsheets as an act of compassion | Zach Robinson 39:02

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Watch on YouTube Zach Robinson, CEO of the Centre for Effective Altruism, challenges the misconception that EA is populated by "cold, uncaring, spreadsheet-obsessed robots."In this EA Global London 2025 opening talk, he argues that most people in EA are driven BY their feelings—anger about global health gaps, sadness about animal suffering, fear ab…

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Nuclear Risk and AI | Alice Saltini | EAGxNordics 2025 33:51

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Watch on YouTube In an environment where global tensions surge, geopolitical rivalries intensify, and debates over expanding arsenals become ever more heated, the risk emerges that instability—fueled by misperceptions, misinterpretations and communication breakdowns—could inadvertently propel us toward a nuclear confrontation. In this context, a ne…

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Innovation, economics, and effective altruism | Michael Kremer | EAG London: 2025 54:31

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Watch on YouTube Innovation is the key driver of growth and increases in human wellbeing. Investing in innovation can be extremely cost-effective, because the costs of developing and testing new innovations are relatively low, but they can have huge impacts if scaled up by governments or firms to reach millions of people.Michael Kremer, 2019 econom…

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Transitioning your CEO without damaging your organization | Joey Savoie | EAG London: 2025 23:20

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Watch on YouTube Leadership transitions are pivotal but inevitable moments in an organization's life cycle that can either strengthen or destabilize it—and how it will go is often decided by actions taken months, if not years in advance. Joey Savoie focuses on how teams facing transitions can preserve organizational integrity while leveraging the e…

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Reasons for optimism in international development | Rachel Glennerster | EAG London: 2025 52:54

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Watch on YouTube Development economist Rachel Glennerster discusses reasons for optimism in global development despite recent aid cuts and declining international cooperation. She explores how innovation drives human progress and examines advanced market commitments as tools for promoting innovation where social and private benefits are misaligned.…

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Forecasting can get easier over longer timeframes | Toby Ord | EAG London: 2025 53:17

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Watch on YouTube Most people believe forecasting gets systematically harder over longer time periods — that it is hard to see further through the mists of time. But there are many forecasting questions for which the reverse is true. In this talk, Toby Ord shows how this can be, teasing out a variety of different mechanisms which can make prediction…

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The data that shapes global health | Saloni Dattani | EAG London: 2025 27:20

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Watch on YouTube Saloni Dattani makes the case that data collection isn’t just an academic concern; it’s crucial for policymaking, journalism, and industry, and, in some cases, a matter of life or death.Data collection has changed our understanding of diseases like cholera, tuberculosis and snakebite envenoming; and has been crucial in tracking pro…

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Preparing for the intelligence explosion | Will MacAskill | EAG London: 2025 34:27

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Watch on YouTube Will MacAskill discusses his recent work on preparing for the intelligence explosion and on focusing on trying to reach near-best futures rather than (merely) trying to prevent catastrophe.Will MacAskill is a Senior Research Fellow at Forethought. He's the author of Doing Good Better and What We Owe The Future, and the cofounder of…

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LEMAIRE LEE | "Scottish Africans" | Derek Gaines & Dave Temple | NNFA #415 1:37:11

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Lemaire Lee made his way back into the NNFA Turtle Lair for another splendiferous episode! They dive into everything from the 35th anniversary of TMNT to the fascinating discovery of Black Scottish people, plus hilarious fan Q&A and unexpected apologies! You don't want to miss this unfiltered discussion! NO NEED FOR APOLOGIES TOUR DATES https://www…

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How Philo T. Farnsworth & T. Townsend Brown Changed the World Forever | #70 Paul Schatzkin 2:30:32

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In this episode, Paul Schatzkin joins Matt Beall to uncover theextraordinary but nearly forgotten legacies of Philo T.Farnsworth—the teenage genius who invented electronic television and later pursued controlled nuclear fusion—and T. Townsend Brown, the enigmatic physicist whose work onhigh-voltage capacitors and the Biefeld-Brown effectmay have un…

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Episode 143 - Making Marriage Easier (feat. Arlene Pellicane) 32:41

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Author and speaker Arlene Pellicane joins the More Than Roommates team to talk about her new book Making Marriage Easier and the four simple decisions that can transform your relationship. From practicing gratitude to setting tech boundaries, Arlene offers practical, biblical, and fun ways to move from “just roommates” to a thriving marriage. Scrip…

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ALI SIDDIQ | "Papados" | Derek Gaines & Dave Temple | NNFA #414 1:23:28

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We’re back with another splendiferous and raw episode of No Need for Apologies! This week, we sit down with the always insightful and funny Ali Siddiq to talk real Houston BBQ, comedy survival, respect in the game, and some wild Chris Cotton stories you won’t believe! NO NEED FOR APOLOGIES TOUR DATES https://www.linktr.ee/nnfa NNFA MERCH https://nn…

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The True Manufacturing Process of Egyptian Stone Vessels & Mace Heads Discovered | #69 Dr. Max FZ 2:09:30

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What if the real story of Egypt’s stone vessels and mace heads is far more advanced than history admits? In this episode, we uncover groundbreaking research into how these mysterious artifacts were actually made—and the surprising scientific evidence behind them. From nuclear signatures hidden in the stone, to lead traces that defy explanation, to …

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Episode 142 - Check Engine Light for Your Relationship: A Guide to Staying Healthy 22:59

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Every marriage has warning lights—subtle indicators that something needs attention. In this episode of More Than Roommates, Scott, Derek, and Gabrielle talk through four key warning signs to watch for in your marriage and practical ways to address them before they turn into bigger problems. Scriptures: 1 Peter 3:7 PR 27:12 Galatians 6:7-8 1 Cor 6:1…

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RASHAD BASHIR | "Cool Nerd Alert" | Derek Gaines & Dave Temple | NNFA #413 1:30:52

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This week, Derek and Dave have comedian Rashad Bashir back in the turtle lair to talk comedy, New York heat, wild open mic stories, the Last Take Podcast, Stephen A. Smith, and even Arizona megachurches. Expect laughs, apologies, and some of the craziest last takes you’ll hear this week. From viral impressions to baseball mishaps and celebrity enco…

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Tunnel to Big Void Found? Hawara’s Lost Labyrinth Contains Exotic Metal Craft??| #68 Trevor Grassi 2:09:17

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Beneath the sands of Egypt, a hidden world awaits. In thisexplosive conversation with researcher Trevor Grassi, we uncover never-before-seen evidence of vast tunnel networks beneath the Giza Plateau, potential entrances to the Great Pyramid’s mysterious Big Void, and a long-lost temple complex at Hawara. From ground-penetrating radar hits to energy…