Best iHeartRadio & HowStuffWorks Podcasts (2026)

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UPDATE: Why Still NO Answers in the D4VD Investigation, 4 Months After Dismembered Body Found in His Tesla 21:37

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10m ago21:37

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It’s now officially 2026, and there are still no arrests in the death of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas, the teenager found dismembered and decomposing in the Tesla owned by singer D4VD back in early August. Despite a few unsubstantiated reports from “police sources” in tabloids, investigators have been radio silent since November when they finally ackn…

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Monday Mini: Was SMNTY Trendy? 34:10

1h ago34:10

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SMNTY takes a look back over 2025 trends and asks: were we trendy? Spoiler alert - not really. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Maduro to Judge: "I'm a Decent Man. I am Still The President of My Country" 18:42

8m ago18:42

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Ousted President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores made their first court appearance in Manhattan this morning to face narco-terrorism, drug and weapons charges. They two pleaded not guilty, but they managed to get in a few more words than that. While this fascinating scene was unfolding inside the courtroom, two separate factions of demonst…

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Morning Run: Maduro In Manhattan, Trump Threatens Venezuelan VP, Colombia, Cuba and Greenland, Uvalde Officer Trial, NJ Quadruple Murder Trial, Strahan Record Broken and $3.2 Million Tuna 18:49

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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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Two 504 Figures: Kitty Cone and Brad Lomax 39:28

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Kitty Cone and Brad Lomax were key players in the 1977 sit-ins which pressured the Department of Health and Human Services to establish policies to implement section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act. Research: R.8070 - Rehabilitation Act of 1973. https://www.congress.gov/bill/93rd-congress/house-bill/8070 Grim, Andrew. “Sitting-in for disability …

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Kids of Murdered Lawmaker Plead with Trump: Take Down That Post 17:02

12h ago17:02

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The children of former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman are pleading with President Trump to remove a video he reposted on social media alleging Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is behind their mother and father’s assassinations. Governor Walz going even further, saying Trump’s post is going to “get more innocent people killed.” See omnystudio.co…

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Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Hunchback of the Morgue 1:33:22

14h ago1:33:22

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In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe return to the filmography of Spanish horror icon Paul Naschy with the 1973 thriller “Hunchback of the Morgue,” also starring Rosanna Yanni, María Elena Arpóna and Alberto Dalbés. (originally published 1/17/2025) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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CLASSIC: Did Milwaukee Police Protect a Child Abuse Ring? 59:32

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Earlier this year, two children went missing in Milwaukee. Despite the pleas of their parents and loved ones, the local police did not treat these children as "critically missing," meaning they issued no Amber Alert. Desperate for answers, family members took matters into their own hands, tracing one of the missing children's phones to a duplex in …

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The 10 Words You Cannot Say In 2026 19:32

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It’s the 50th anniversary of the annual BANISHED words list, and Amy and T.J. go over the top 10 words and phrases you can no longer say in 2026. They also go through some of the words that just won’t stay banished, because “at the end of the day” it’s “awesome” and a total “game changer.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Killer on the Loose in Ohio; Couple Murdered in Home With Their Kids Inside 13:49

1d ago13:49

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Police are asking for the public’s help in trying to solve a double homicide in Columbus, Ohio. 37 year old Dr. Spencer Tepe and his wife, 39 year old Monique Tepe were both found shot to death on December 30th after Tepe failed to show up for work. Police found their two toddlers unharmed in the home, with no signs of forced entry and no weapon le…

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4 Murders. 2 Torched Mansions. One Motive: Money 16:31

1d ago16:31

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Jury selection begins on Monday for 59 year old Paul Caneiro who is facing first degree murder charges for the quadruple murder of his family members. Prosecutors also allege Caneiro burned down his own home along with his brother’s to try and cover up the brutal crime. Amy and T.J. go over the horrific details in the case and why it’s taken nearly…

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BREAKING Update: "We Will Run The Country"; Trump Stuns in Venezuela Presser 18:10

2d ago18:10

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President Trump’s hour long press conference had several bombshells in it. First, Trump told Americans the U.S. will run Venezuela until a proper transition can take place. He also said U.S. oil companies would be going into Venezuela to rebuild the infrastructure and start making money. We also learned that Venezuelan President Maduro and his wife…

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SMNTY Classics: An Interview with Katie Mitchell 36:42

2d ago36:42

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Katie Mitchell's new book Prose to the People celebrates the joy and power of Black bookstores. Katie joins us to talk about the process of writing the book, the importance of Black bookstores, and why it's important to preserve their history in this classic episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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SYMHC Classics: Andrew Crosse 34:17

2d ago34:17

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This 2021 episode covers Andrew Crosse, who observed a strange thing happening on an electrified rock in his lab in the early 1800s, and was catapulted into the public spotlight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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BREAKING Overnight: U.S. Snatches Venezuelan Prez and His Wife 19:53

2d ago19:53

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While you were sleeping, the U.S. carried out a large-scale attack inside Venezuela and captured President Maduro and his wife. We know they’ve been flown out of Venezuela, but it’s unclear where they have been taken. The reaction from Venezuela and around the region has been swift, but it’s unknown what will happen next. See omnystudio.com/listene…

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From the Vault: Pretend Play, Part 2 57:46

2d ago57:46

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In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe explore the world of pretend play in childhood development and human consciousness. (originally published 1/9/2025) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Selects: MC Escher and His Trippy Art 57:46

2d ago57:46

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We love us some MC Escher. Turns out his story is pretty fascinating too. Tune in to this classic episode and find out all about it with Josh and Chuck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Morning/Afternoon Run: Swiss NYE Fire, Trump Threatens Iran, Mountain Lion Kills Hiker, Will Smith Lawsuit, Kennedy Center Ratings, Stranger Things Finale and Trump Vs Clooney 18:28

3d ago18:28

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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: Footprints on the Moon 1:30:59

3d ago1:30:59

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In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe tap into the January Giallo spirit of things with 1975’s “Footprints on the Moon,” a beautifully-shot surreal mystery starring Florinda Bolkan, Peter McEnery, Nicoletta Elmi and Klaus Kinski -- with cinematography by Oscar-winner Vittorio Storaro. (originally published 1/24/2025) See omnystu…

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Trying To Make Sense of these Will Smith Sexual Harassment Headlines 19:44

3d ago19:44

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Sexual harassment. Grooming. Predatory behavior. A former America's Got Talent finalist is accusing Will Smith of all of that in a new lawsuit. The headlines and allegations are explosive. But the details are few and far between. They're also ... bizarre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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A Farewell to 2025 32:04

23m ago32:04

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Anney and Samantha take a look back to some of their favorite episodes of 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Behind the Scenes Minis: Bullet Journal Dinosaur 24:26

3d ago24:26

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Holly and Tracy talk about the pros and cons of self-help writing and whether Ben Franklin would like bullet journaling. They then talk about a past trip they took to Walt Disney World. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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CLASSIC: The Nunavut Ping 59:55

3d ago59:55

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Officially formed in 1999, Nunavut is the newest and most northerly territory of Canada. This sparsely-populated region is home unique wildlife, ancient culture and, it seems, a mystery. Join Ben, Matt and Noel as they unravel the strange story of a bizarre, unexplained sound emerging from the seafloor -- it's allegedly terrified migratory animals,…

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Year In Tech: Will There Be An AI Catastrophe In 2026? 30:11

4d ago30:11

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What was your tech takeaway in 2025? And what is going to be the big story in 2026? Oz sits down with the author of The Running Ground and The Atlantic’s CEO, Nicholas Thompson, to discuss the odd intersection between tech and religion, the tech to compensate media companies for AI training data, who OpenAI’s real rival is, why we don’t understand …

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TV Moments That Changed The World 45:13

4d ago45:13

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Whatever you think of TV, you have to admit it has shaped the world (maybe more than the internet, according to Josh). There have been moments here or there in TV history where the world took a new course and we go over some of them in this episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Happy Hour #201: New Year's Traditions 16:16

4d ago16:16

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Anney and Samantha ring in the new year with Christina and Maya, and chat about New Year's traditions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Make 2026 Your Year! 5:42

13m ago5:42

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It's a new year to start fresh! Set the intention to make this year the best yet! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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The Twilight Zone: The Rip Van Winkle Caper 1:01:18

4d ago1:01:18

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Submitted for your approval: Given listener nostalgia for past TV marathons of The Twilight Zone, Robert and Joe devote this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind to the classic episode “The Rip Van Winkle Caper.” Join them as they break down some of the scientific, cultural and economic topics associated with it. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva…

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CLASSIC: Have dreams really predicted the future? Chapter II 54:09

4d ago54:09

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Could human dreams really, in some way, predict the future? At first, it sounds like the stuff of science fiction... but the real-life answer may not be as clear-cut as the plot of a sci-fi blockbuster. Instead, it turns out that probability, bias and, perhaps, the bleeding edge of physics may all play a role in the strange phenomenon known as prec…

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How Do Search-And-Rescue Dogs Work? 10:53

5d ago10:53

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When every minute counts, search-and-rescue dogs can help locate disaster victims far faster than humans alone. Learn about how they're trained in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/animal-facts/sar-dog.htm/printable See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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"I'm Tired" Keeps Trending; Why Sleep Must Be Resolution #1 19:40

5d ago19:40

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Whatever is on your list of New Year's resolutions, move SLEEP ahead of all of them ... because chances are, you're exhausted! 90% of adults report consistently feeling tired. Amy and T.J. go through the 2025 data compiled by Oura -- which shows just how tired we are and how much sleep we're missing. Plus, some fun stats about which country gets th…

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America's NYE Plans: Netflix & Chill ... or TikTok & Scroll 21:58

5d ago21:58

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What are you doing New Year's? Apparently ... nothing. Amy and T. J. were floored to learn that TWO THIRDS of Americans don't plan to party at all on NYE, and a lot of them plan to spend the evening alone, specifically saying Netflix and social media scrolling were on the agenda. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Morning Run: Body Found In TX, JFK Granddaughter Dies, Cardi B Post, RIP Isiah Whitlock Jr, More Kennedy Center cancellations, German Bank Heist and NYE Celebrations 19:06

5d ago19:06

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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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New Year’s Eve Iguanodon Party 34:10

5d ago34:10

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In 1853, a high-profile London dinner party was held inside a life-sized mold of an iguanodon. Research: Cain, Joe. “New Year’s Eve Dinner in the Iguanodon at Crystal Palace 31 December 1853.” https://profjoecain.net/dinner-iguanodon-crystal-palace-dinosaurs/ Cain, Joe. “Top Questions About New Year’s Eve Dinner in Iguanodon at Crystal Palace.” htt…

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SMNTY Classics: The Radical Extremist Ideology of Evie Magazine 45:01

5d ago45:01

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On the face of it, Evie magazine appears to be a publication aimed towards women focusing on things like relationships and pop culture. However, digging deeper reveals an extremist conservative ideology. In this classic episode, Bridget Todd joins us to break it down and discuss why it matters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Cardi B Pleads "Stop Being Mean" Day Before Boyfriend Faces Felony Charge 20:57

6d ago20:57

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Superstar NFL receiver Stefon Diggs (aka Cardi B's boyfriend) is facing a felony charge of strangulation, accused by a former personal chef. The news came a day after Cardi B posted a tvideo begging fans to stop "dragging" her over her relationship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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CLASSIC: Have dreams really predicted the future? Chapter I 59:26

5d ago59:26

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Dreams are one of the most mysterious aspects of human existence, and we still don't fully understand the strange phenomenon known as dreaming. For thousands of years, human beings have taken action in the waking world based on information they encounter in a dream -- and, every so often, people have felt their dreams aren't just reminding them of …

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The Monstrefact: The Silvesterkläuse 5:02

5d ago5:02

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In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the Silvesterkläuse, particularly the monstrous “ugly” versions that factor into Swiss New Year’s Eve traditions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Short Stuff: All About Porcelain 12:56

11m ago12:56

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What exactly is this durable ceramic anyway? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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TechStuff Redux: Inside a Couples Retreat for AI Companions 30:24

6d ago30:24

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Could you resist falling for an AI companion? We’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes of 2025: author and journalist Sam Apple takes us on romantic getaway for people who are in love with their AI companions He wrote a piece for Wired about what he observed that weekend, whether the love between humans and AI is real, and what the future of d…

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BrainStuff Classics: Why Do We Drop a Ball on New Year's Eve? 5:18

6d ago5:18

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The tradition of dropping a ball in Times Square to mark the beginning of a new year only goes back about a century. Learn about the history -- plus four weird things that other cities drop instead -- in this classic episode of BrainStuff. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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In 2025, One of the Most Dangerous Professions in the World: Influencer 22:57

6d ago22:57

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This year it felt like there were weekly, sometimes daily headlines about social media influencer deaths. Dozens and dozens of young men and women trying to gain subscribers and get likes were either murdered, died while attempting content, or more commonly, died by suicide. Amy and T.J. go over what experts say is the root cause to most of these s…

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Can You Really Die of Boredom? 8:17

6d ago8:17

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No, you can't literally die of boredom -- but it can lead to some high-risk behaviors. Learn more about boredom, ennui, and how to shake them in this episode of BrainStuff, based on these articles: https://science.howstuffworks.com/life/inside-the-mind/emotions/bored-to-death.htm; https://health.howstuffworks.com/mental-health/human-nature/ennui Se…

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