Best iHeartPodcasts & HowStuffWorks Podcasts (2025)

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Monday Mini: Anti-Trans Laws in the State of Georgia 14:53

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Several laws just went into effect in Georgia, including the anti-trans Riley Gaines Act. We go over what it entails, and the future implications. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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The Diddy Trial: Diddy Gets A Standing Ovation 25:09

3h ago25:09

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Amy and T.J. go over the latest, fascinating details about what’s been happening with Diddy behind the scenes in prison following the verdict. Apparently Diddy is now the “guy who wins” behind bars. His attorney Marc Agnifilo talks about the defense strategy and what Diddy’s plans are once he’s released from prison. See omnystudio.com/listener for …

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The Humble Ballpoint Pen 35:35

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Before the ballpoint pen, people used their hands, reeds, bamboo, brushes, quills, and eventually nibs to write or draw. But how did things evolve from there to get to things like the fountain pen, and eventually, a ballpoint? Research: "pen." Britannica Library, Encyclopædia Britannica, 26 Jul. 2021. libraries.state.ma.us/login?eburl=https%3A%2F%2…

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Morning Run: Texas Floods Rising Death Toll, Finger Pointing Continues, Epstein Investigation Report, Shocking Love Island Exit and Happy 90th Dalai Lama 20:07

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Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Shocking Dark 1:18:06

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In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the shameless 1989 “Aliens” knock-off “Shocking Dark,” directed by Bruno Mattei and written by “Troll 2” scribes Rossella Drudi and Claudio Fragasso. (originally published 8/2/2024) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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How Have Obituaries Changed? 8:20

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Public death notices about common people are a fairly recent development, and they've changed a lot since their inception. Learn how obituaries went from dry statements to tributes to truth in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://people.howstuffworks.com/culture-traditions/funerals/obituary-history.htm See omnystudio.com/liste…

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Sunday Morning Run: Inspiration from Mahatma Ghandi to Arianna Huffington 15:59

1d ago15:59

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Get your week started with some words of wisdom! Hear the weekly wrap of Amy and T.J.’s quotes of the day that will get your week started off with intention and purpose. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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BrainStuff Classics: What Is the Mandela Effect? 6:35

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When many people share a false memory, that's the Mandela Effect in action -- but how does it happen? Learn how our individual brains misremember stuff and how false memories can spread in this classic episode of BrainStuff. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Ask Amy & T.J.: “I’m A Successful Black Woman. So Why Aren’t Men Into Me?” 23:11

2d ago23:11

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In this week’s Yahoo “Ask Amy & T.J.” column, a reader asks what men are looking for, after she says she’s constantly ignored in the dating pool. Notably “F” began her question to Amy and T.J. talking about her age, weight and height which prompted a lot of reaction from readers in the comment section. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform…

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SMNTY Classics: Dr. TikTok 30:06

2d ago30:06

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More and more people are learning about mental health - and maybe self-diagnosing - on TikTok. We dig into the good and the bad of that in this classic episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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SYMHC Classics: Lettuce, Slavery, and the Bibb Legacy 33:51

2d ago33:51

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This 2022 episode starts with the story of John Bibb, credited with cultivating Bibb lettuce. But his family’s legacy, good and bad, is all tied to having enslaved people build their familial wealth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Recovery Run: “We Need To Do Better” 15:38

2d ago15:38

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Amy and T.J. talk about their newfound ways of recovering from the weekday stress from headlines and life. This week, they were struggling to put work aside and find time for themselves. Sound familiar? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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From the Vault: Hair on Fire, Part 1 40:41

2d ago40:41

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In this classic two-parter from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the chemistry, space science and mythology of burning hair. So strap in for a discussion of everything from pirates and barbecue mishaps to Latin literature and science fiction. (originally published 7/18/2024) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Selects: How Coelacanths Work 40:24

2d ago40:24

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Coelacanths are incredibly interesting as far as fish go. For one, they were thought to have gone the way of the dinosaur, along with the dinosaur. They also give birth to live fish and tend to dwell more than 800 feet below the ocean's surface. And this is just the tip of the iceberg. Learn all about these fascinating creatures in this classic epi…

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BrainStuff Classics: What's the History (and Future) of Toilets? 6:04

2d ago6:04

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The 'modern' toilet was invented in the 1700s. So what was it like in the past, and how could we improve on it in the future? Learn more about waste technologies in this classic episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/innovation/everyday-innovations/toilets-past-future-flush.htm See omnystudio.com/listener fo…

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Introducing: United States of Kennedy 2:06

2d ago2:06

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Hello, Stuff They Don't Want You To Know Fans! We want to share a new show you might like, United States of Kennedy. About the show: United States of Kennedy is a podcast about our cultural fascination with the Kennedy dynasty. Every week, hosts Lyra Smith and George Civeris go into one aspect of the Kennedy story. Listen here and subscribe to Unit…

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The Diddy Trial: “Highly Insulted” Juror Speaks Out 18:08

3d ago18:08

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One of the 12 jurors in the Diddy trial defends the verdicts they reached amid speculation they were influenced by Diddy’s celebrity. Amy and T.J. discuss that juror’s outrage and talk about new details from “George,” the alternate juror who said the freak-off videos they watched in court were “tame.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa…

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Behind the Scenes Minis: Murder and War 25:59

3d ago25:59

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Holly discusses the inscription on the Beachamps' headstone and the court of public opinion. Tracy shares information about Wilfred Owen's brother Harold. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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SMNTY Fiction: Terminus, Part 3 (Chapter 4) 38:06

3d ago38:06

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Tilda confronts someone from her past who places his faith in her, and gives her the tools to save her son. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Morning Run: Independence Day Oopsie, New Congressional Record, Chicago Mass Shooting, Diddy Juror Speaks and Katy and Orlando are Over 20:00

3d ago20:00

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Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Weirdhouse Cinema: Ravenous 1:26:41

3d ago1:26:41

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In this special July 4th episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1999 frontier cannibal horror film “Ravenous,” directed by Antonia Bird and starring Guy Pearce and Robert Carlyle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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The Terrifying Tale of Aum Shinrikyo, Chapter Two: "Save The World By Ending It" 58:59

3d ago58:59

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As the Aum Shinrikyo movements gains national, then global, attention, the founder Shoko Asahara begins to move his followers in a darker direction. Convinced that the world can only truly be saved through mass casualty events, Asahara first predicts massive disasters -- and then orders his followers to create these events themselves. In chapter tw…

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TechStuff Classic: The Story of the Sony Walkman 46:08

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This week, we’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes — all about the Sony Walkman. Jonathan Strickland dives into why Time named the portable device number 47 on a list of the 50 most influential gadgets of all time. How did the Walkman become a thing, and what influence has it had on how we experience music? See omnystudio.com/listener for pri…

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What Does Habeas Corpus Mean? 11:13

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Habeas corpus is a centuries-old legal concept that basically means that the government has to have a valid legal reason if it's going to detain you. Learn why habeas corpus is so important -- and when it's been suspended in the U.S. -- in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://people.howstuffworks.com/habeas-corpus-important.ht…

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Summer of Love 16:39

3d ago16:39

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Mentors Cheryl Burke, Kelly Bensimon, Alexia Nepola, and Jennifer Fessler are catching up on their plans for the 4th of July holiday! Email us at: [email protected] or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763) Follow I Do, Part 2 on Instagram and TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Diddy Trial: Where Do You Stand on the Verdict? (It’s ok to be torn) 19:30

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Anyone else feel torn by the Diddy verdict? Was this a victory for Diddy and a loss for women? There are so many opinions in the aftermath of Wednesday’s split verdict. Amy and T.J. reveal where they stand on whether justice was served and where we go from here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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What was the purpose of USAID? 39:47

4d ago39:47

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USAID has saved tens of millions of lives across the globe since its inception. But those days are over. Learn all about this soon-to-be-gone program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Happy Hour #175: Gardening and Health 19:18

2d ago19:18

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Samantha has started a garden. She delves into the benefits and rewards. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Morning Run: Victory for Diddy, Lawmakers Up All Night, Deadly Fireworks Explosion and Turkey Bacon Recall 16:57

4d ago16:57

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Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Dinner with King Tut, with Sam Kean 43:04

4d ago43:04

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In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert chats with Sam Kean about his new book “Dinner with King Tut: How Rogue Archaeologists Are Re-creating the Sights, Sounds, Smells, and Tastes of Lost Civilizations.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Who Named the Planet Earth? 5:32

4d ago5:32

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In most European languages, the planets are all named after Roman gods -- except for the planet you're hanging out on right now. Learn how Earth and the other planets got their names in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/who-named-planet-earth.htm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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CLASSIC: Who killed the Jennings 8? 59:10

4d ago59:10

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Located in Jefferson Davis Parish, the town of Jennings, Louisiana wasn't a particularly well-known place -- in fact, many people in the US would probably have lived their entire lives without ever hearing of the town until a few years ago. You see, Jennings had a secret, a dark criminal underbelly that seethed just below the surface. Over the cour…

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Introducing: United States of Kennedy 2:06

3d ago2:06

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Hello, Stuff You Missed in History Class Fans! We want to share a new show you might like, United States of Kennedy. About the show: United States of Kennedy is a podcast about our cultural fascination with the Kennedy dynasty. Every week, hosts Lyra Smith and George Civeris go into one aspect of the Kennedy story. Listen here and subscribe to Unit…

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The Diddy Trial: Verdicts In, Bail Denied!!! 20:51

4d ago20:51

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Diddy remains behind bars tonight even though he was acquitted on the three most serious charges! Amy and T.J. go over the judges’ reasoning for keeping Diddy in custody while the former rap mogul faces a far less daunting prison sentence after today’s bombshell verdict! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Terrifying Tale of Aum Shinrikyo, Chapter One: The Rise of a Cult Leader 1:11:26

5d ago1:11:26

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Modern-day Japan is often lauded as one of the safest countries on the planet -- but that doesn't make this nation immune to the danger of cults. In the first chapter of this special two-part series, Ben and Matt explore the bizarre, conspiratorial rise of the organization known as Aum Shinrikyo. They don't want you to read our book.: https://stati…

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What's Up with WhatsApp and Privacy? 38:25

5d ago38:25

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Bridget Todd joins us to discuss the truth about recent privacy claims from apps like WhatsApp - now owned by Meta - and other apps in a landscape where we very much need to be aware. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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The Monstrefact: Manta Rays of Dungeons & Dragons 6:21

5d ago6:21

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In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses uses of the manta ray in Dungeons and Dragons, the fictional Ixitxachitls and what it all seems to reflect about humanity’s relationship to real-world manta rays. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Wilfred Owen, War Poet 44:39

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Wilfred Owen is considered one of the most important English-language poets of World War I. His work also part of a shift in how many British poets were writing about war. Research: Bonellie, Janet. “A Portrait of Robert Ross.” Canada’s History. 6/12/2019. https://www.canadashistory.ca/explore/arts-culture-society/a-portrait-of-robert-ross British …

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The Diddy Trial: O.J., Scott Peterson, R. Kelley, Casey Anthony, How Long Did Those Juries Take? 13:22

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As jurors round day 3 of deliberations and we all wait on the final Diddy verdicts, Amy and T.J. go back and look at some of the most famous trials of our times. You might be surprised and which jury only took 4 hours and which one took 25 days to decide. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Morning Run: Awaiting Diddy Verdict, UPenn Apologizes to Women, Jimmy Swaggart Passes, Lululemon Sues Costco and CoCo Gauff Loses Day One 19:37

5d ago19:37

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Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Short Stuff: BM Radio 16:02

5d ago16:02

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There was a time – a glorious time – when you could turn the dial in any city in the US and hear popular songs rearranged to be the most pleasant version of themselves. This was the Beautiful Music format and we are spiritually poorer for having lost it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Does the Bunyip Really Roam Austraila's Wetlands? 6:07

5d ago6:07

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A cryptid with a fearsome bellow, the bunyip is said to stalk the unwary who swim or walk alone at night in parts of Austraila and New Zealand. Learn about the potential real-life inspirations for the bunyip in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/science-vs-myth/strange-creatures/australian-bunyip.ht…

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The Story: Selfhood in the Digital Age w/ Vauhini Vara 34:33

5d ago34:33

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Writer and journalist Vauhini Vara has been entangled with the tech world for most of her life — first as a kid in the Seattle suburbs and a college student in the Bay Area, and then as a reporter covering Silicon Valley for The Wall Street Journal. But it wasn’t until she turned to creative writing that Vara began to see just how deeply technology…