Best Jacob Bennett Podcasts (2025)

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Forced Organ Harvesting by China's Killer Doctors: Dr. Harold King 50:08

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with Dr. Harold King, European director of Doctors Against Forced Organ Harvesting. King talks about the horrific realities of organs being forcibly taken from innocent people who are left for dead, the massive profits the Chinese regime is making from this, how the international community can stand against it, and what it …

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Laracon recap, eleven stations, and Laravel meetups 40:06

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In this episode, Michael and Jake reflect on their recent time at Laracon US 2025 in Denver - catching up in person after six years, reconnecting with the Laravel community, and sharing behind-the-scenes stories from the conference floor. They also cover: Why this Laracon felt like a true “homecoming” Building Laravel meetups and fostering communit…

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Conquering Public Speaking Anxiety with Lauren Jacobs 41:06

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Public speaking is one of the most common fears, and for many, it sparks sweaty palms, a racing heart, and a desire to run in the opposite direction. In this episode, Lauren Jacobs breaks down the real reasons we get anxious before speaking, and how it impacts both our personal and professional lives. She shares actionable steps to help you heal fr…

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The British Need to Fall in Love With Themselves Again: Yoram Hazony 47:12

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with philosopher and author Yoram Hazony to talk about the virtues of nationalism, the damage caused by an establishment that prioritises being part of an international liberal elite, and why Britain needs one hundred Nigel Farages.By British Thought Leaders

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Laravel News live from Laracon 1:05:00

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In this special live episode, Jake and Michael sit down face to face (for the first time ever!) at Laracon US 2025 in Denver to bring you a recap of the conference atmosphere, and highlights from the talks right from the floor of the venue. You'll hear about: The buzz around new Laravel features and packages Conference talk highlights and surprise …

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0116 with Curtis L. Harnagel - Same Room, Different Angles: Creative Direction, Communication, and Deep Listening 2:45:56

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Curtis L. Harnagel is a creative polymath - a director, consultant, and producer whose career moves fluidly between live entertainment, multimedia, dance, art, and nonprofit worlds. A true pop-culture savant, Curtis carries decades of music knowledge, behind-the-scenes reasoning, and pedagogical wisdom from his perspective that apply across every i…

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Uncovering China's Subversion of the United States From Within: Joshua Philipp 29:47

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down in New York’s "Crossroads" studio with host and investigative journalist Joshua Philipp for the second half of this interview. Philipp talks about accidentally uncovering one of the largest Chinese spy networks in the United States, the layers of control and espionage that are used to subvert America, and why years of death…

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The 'Migrant Crisis' Is a Facilitated, Planned, Taxpayer-Funded Agreement: Joshua Philipp 33:50

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down in New York’s "Crossroads" studio with host and investigative journalist Joshua Philipp to talk about his reporting on the border crisis. Philipp says he traveled to the Darién Gap, one of the most dangerous places in the world, to talk to migrants, officials, and even gang members. He reveals a shadowy network run by the U…

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From Degrees to Dreams with Joy Woods Bennett, PhD. 1:01:53

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Joy Woods Bennett is proof that versatility is power. With three degrees, experience in sports agencies, health communication, and professorship, Joy now runs her own thriving business, Woods + Bennett. In this episode, we dive into her inspiring journey, the lessons learned along the way, and how she’s redefining success on her own terms. Whether …

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Tiny, Cheap Drones Are Changing the World: David Hambling 31:44

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with tech journalist and drone specialist David Hambling to hear how small, $500 drones are destroying multimillion-dollar fighter aircraft and disadvantaging developed nations in combat. Hambling says China produces most of the world’s drones and that there is a serious risk to security if they were to be repurposed as wea…

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The NHS Is Not the Envy of the World, It Needs Reform: Dr. Michael Christopher 45:09

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with general practitioner and author Dr. Michael Christopher to talk about why the National Health Service (NHS) is in a constant state of crisis. Christopher says we need to move on from society-wide NHS worship and the misconception that it is the envy of the world. He discusses alternative health care systems and explain…

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Faster NativePHP, PHP pipes, and AI chat kits 46:48

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Jake and Michael discuss all the latest Laravel releases, tutorials, and happenings in the community. Show links Conditionally Fail Queue Jobs While Throttling Exceptions in Laravel 12.20 JetBrains PHPverse 2025: Videos are now live! Laravel in the First Half of 2025 Run Laravel Pint Faster in Parallel Mode NativePHP for Mobile v1.1: Smaller, Smart…

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Green Lies, Climate Disinformation, and the Censorship Complex: Ben Pile 1:03:55

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with researcher and writer Ben Pile to talk about the lack of debate on climate, the media’s stifling of views that question prevailing narratives, the vanishing green jobs, and how our weather reports have been weaponized.By British Thought Leaders

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Rachel Parrish on Owning Her PR Journey 49:58

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In this episode of HerWinningWayz, host Taylor Washington sits down with PR powerhouse Rachel Parrish, a dynamic force whose journey spans State Farm, the NBA, NBC, and the Chicago Red Stars , all before launching her own successful agency. Rachel dives deep into: The evolving landscape of Public Relations Her viral social series “What a Publicist …

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Laracon, controller middleware, and permissions 50:50

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In this episode, Michael and Jake kick things off with some Laracon travel talk, sharing their hotel plans, coffee quests, and even jokes about pillow fights at the conference hotel. Michael reveals his precise coffee scouting for the Vib by Best Western hotel, determined not to survive three days on Starbucks alone. Should you define middleware in…

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Communal Splits Put Britain on the Edge of Violent Uprising: Tom Jones 39:36

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with writer and Conservative councilor Tom Jones, who says the weakening of British identity and mass immigration are causing communal splits in the UK. Jones says this is causing increases in sectarian voting, ethnonationalism, and disillusionment with what Britain has to offer.…

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Western Media Don't Understand the Machinations of the CCP: Allen Zeng 32:30

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with Allen Zeng, journalist, commentator, and presenter of podcasts Fang Wei Time and Good Morning China. Zeng says commentators in the West struggle to understand the machinations of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). He also talks more broadly about the future of China and how the CCP has hoodwinked the world with its app…

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Eloquent builders, manipulating images, and translating apps 38:02

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Jake and Michael discuss all the latest Laravel releases, tutorials, and happenings in the community. Show links Laravel 12.19 Adds a useEloquentBuilder Attribute, a FailOnException Queue Middleware, and More Larallow is a Permissions Package With Support for Scopes Manipulate Image URLs in Laravel with the Image Transform Package Lightning Fast Sc…

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The Equality Act Is Damaging Our Culture and Is Not Fit for Purpose: Alka Sehgal Cuthbert 27:19

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with Alka Sehgal Cuthbert, the director of Don’t Divide Us, to talk about the Equality Act. Sehgal Cuthbert says this law is breaking down Britain’s workplace civility and creating a grievance culture, resulting in a big rise in tribunals—most of which are rejected. She says the Act is used to police our relationships in th…

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Raiders & Realness with Brianna Lester 42:54

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Brianna Lester, Premium Service Manager for the Las Vegas Raiders, to talk about what it means to show up authentically, both personally and professionally. From her early days navigating internships to now making history with an NFL franchise, Brianna shares how staying true to yourself is your biggest as…

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0115 with Voice Actor, Puppeteer, Storyteller, and Sound Producer Nate Begle - The Puppet's Heart 1:31:38

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“I grew up with puppetry and voices and weird little characters. I never really let that go — I just found ways to turn it into a life.” - Nate Begle In this episode, we're joined by Nate - He's a voice actor and puppeteer with over two decades of experience in storytelling across stage, screen, and sound. His career has spanned live theme park sho…

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Human Rights NGOs Are Facing an Existential Crisis of Trust: Helena Ivanov 32:27

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with Helena Ivanov, an associate fellow at the Henry Jackson Society, to talk about the deepening crisis of trust in nongovernmental organizations (NGOs). Ivanov says that erosion of trust threatens their ability to operate effectively and help the people they are supposed to serve. She also talks about how authoritarian re…

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Flavours of busy, restrained features, and variable static views 47:07

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In this episode, Jake and Michael discuss the nuance of being “busy”, saying no to features (and why), handling user feedback early, Laravel-powered static views with dynamic data, and building tools that stand the test of time.By Jacob Bennett and Michael Dyrynda

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Progressive Ideology Has Infiltrated All Aspects of Our Society: Ben Cobley 36:05

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with author Ben Cobley to talk about progressive ideology and how it has infiltrated Western society, from government and business to the arts.By British Thought Leaders

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Children Have Stopped Reading–It's Terrible for Our Future: Philip Womack 27:23

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with author Philip Womack to discuss his recent piece on a study that yielded concerning results regarding the cognitive abilities of young people. Womack talks about why reading is important for youngsters and the stark consequences of a post-literate generation ruled by technology.…

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Watching the night, essential defaults, and cable broadcasts 41:43

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Jake and Michael discuss all the latest Laravel releases, tutorials, and happenings in the community. Show links Encrypt and Decrypt String Helpers in Laravel 12.18 Laravel Nightwatch - Deep monitoring & insights, no matter where you deploy. Nightwatch AMA with Jess Archer Filament v4 Beta - Feature Overview Better defaults for your Laravel applica…

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Episode 94: Sumer is icumen in 25:06

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In this episode, we offer a close reading of "Sumer is icumen in," a Middle English song that anticipates the abundant joys of summer. Thanks to the Pias Group for granting us permission to share the Hilliard Ensemble's rendition of this song. You can find the manuscript that includes the lyrics and music at the British Library.…

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China's AI Development Is a Danger to the Free World: M. Dane Waters 28:46

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with political strategist, author, and filmmaker M. Dane Waters to talk about his report on China’s development of artificial intelligence (AI) and its negative impact on the world. Waters explains the many areas affected—from warfare and finance to social media and international organizations such as the United Nations. He…

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From Spartan to Spotlight: Natalie Kerwin’s Rise in Sports Media 58:28

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In this episode, Taylor sits down with Natalie Kerwin, Michigan State alumna and current sports host and reporter at FanDuel Sports Network. Natalie shares her journey from college student to securing top internships and eventually breaking into the world of sports broadcasting. Tune in for real talk on building connections, taking chances, and wha…

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How Kristen Nett Is Changing the Game for Girls in Sports 25:14

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In this episode of HerWinningWayz, we sit down with Kristen Nett , Founder and Director of Recruitment for Wishing, a mentorship program dedicated to helping high school girls break into the sports industry. Kristen shares how Wishing is leveling the playing field by providing young women with the tools, access, and support they need to thrive in s…

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Liquid glass, video thumbnails, and children growing up 45:44

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In this episode, Jake and Michael reflect on parenting, discuss Apple's new Liquid Glass UI, finding smarter ways to use video on the web, plus share thoughts on AI overload, Laracon prep, and why Wistia might be your next favourite video tool. In this episode: - Apple’s Liquid Glass UI - Kit.com and Wistia for video - Reflections on AI, tech bubbl…

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Plastic Pollution Is Everywhere—We Need International, Innovative Solutions: Richard Thompson 49:44

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with "godfather of microplastics" professor Richard Thompson OBE to talk about the massive amounts of plastic in our oceans, how product design changes could make a significant difference to plastic pollution, and the importance of cooperation between policymakers, profit-seekers, and scientists to protect our environment.…

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Frontend hooks, birthdays, and passkeys 45:37

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Jake and Michael discuss all the latest Laravel releases, tutorials, and happenings in the community. This episode is sponsored by CodeRabbit - cut code review time and bugs in half with AI-driven, contextual feedback. Show links Arr::from() Method in Laravel 12.14 "In Array Keys" Validation Rule Added in Laravel 12.16 Cast Model Properties to a Ur…

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Medical Research Is Grossly Distorted by Money and Confirmation Bias: Dr. Malcolm Kendrick 38:55

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with Dr. Malcolm Kendrick for the second half of his interview. Kendrick says the world of medical research can no longer be trusted, a view echoed by editors of some of the world’s leading medical journals. He discusses how money distorts medicine, and what steps can be taken to see through the hype.…

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Statins and Lowering Cholesterol Do Not Stop Heart Disease: Dr. Malcolm Kendrick 35:51

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with author Dr. Malcolm Kendrick, a general practitioner who has spent decades speaking out against the idea that high cholesterol causes heart disease. Kendrick says we have been misled about the effect that eating saturated fat has on heart health. He also talks about statins, the most widely prescribed and profitable dru…

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Gotcha! Feat. Mark Burns & Sydney Duncan 23:35

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On this episode, Mark Burns tells us of his harrowing experience hunting down a yeti in Disney World and Sydney Duncan talks about going over 100 MPH (literally) to book acting roles in Texas! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Winning With KMRO: Inside Sports, Strategy & PR 46:20

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In this episode, we sit down with the powerhouse CEO of KMRO Enterprises, a dynamic sports marketing and PR firm making major moves behind the scenes. From building athlete brands to creating impactful campaigns, she shares her journey, industry insights, and what it truly takes to win with KMRO. Want to connect with Kyiia and KMRO Enterprises furt…

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The People Smugglers Are Winning, We Need to Break Their Business Model: Tony Smith 44:54

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with former head of UK Border Force Tony Smith to talk about enforcing our borders. Smith says the people-smuggling criminal gangs are currently winning the battle and talks about how their business model could be broken. He says those who enter illegally are not subject to the same thorough checks as legal migrants, and di…

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Stealth grills, metric takeover, and selecting conference talks 41:11

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In this episode, Jake and Michael discuss Jake's new stealth grill, his eldest son's takeover of the state finals (and metric's takeover of measurement), and Michael goes through the process of refining over 150 talk submissions down to the final Laracon AU schedule.By Jacob Bennett and Michael Dyrynda

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Rapidly Declining Testosterone and Fertility Are a Threat to Our Existence: Charles Cornish-Dale 1:03:41

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with anthropologist, historian, and author Charles Cornish-Dale, also known as Raw Egg Nationalist to talk about his new book 'The Last Men: Liberalism and the Death of Masculinity'. Cornish-Dale says a rapid decline in testosterone is causing existential harm to male fertility and leaving men with serious health and social…

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We Spent £220 Billion on Decarbonisation and Saw Zero Financial Benefits: Kathryn Porter 54:31

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with independent energy consultant Kathryn Porter who says Britain is at severe risk of blackouts. Porter explains how the move to more and more renewables is behind this risk, as they are unstable and not as compatible with our current grid as traditional power sources. She also explains why renewable energy is the most ex…

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Wellness Wins with Leah Eber 36:26

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In this episode, former athlete and wellness advocate Leah Eber shares practical fitness tips, health hacks, and mindset shifts to help entrepreneurs and corporate professionals stay energized and aligned. Whether you're building your own brand or climbing the corporate ladder, Leah's daily advice will empower you to prioritize your health without …

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0114 with Ravinder Taylor - Psychotherapist, Hypnotherapist, Microbiologist, and Author - 'From Chronic Pain To Inner Power' 1:17:07

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Ravinder Taylor is a UK-certified psychotherapist and clinical hypnotherapist, trained at the National College of Hypnosis and Psychotherapy. She holds a Bachelor of Science in microbiology and has spent over 30 years researching human behavior, subconscious programming, and self-empowerment. She has co-authored more than 200 personal development a…

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Pirates, Argonauts, and framework reminders 42:14

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Jake and Michael discuss all the latest Laravel releases, tutorials, and happenings in the community. This episode is sponsored by CodeRabbit - cut code review time and bugs in half with AI-driven, contextual feedback. Show links Typed Arr Getters Added in Laravel 12.11 Name Queued Closures in Laravel 12.13 All About the Filament v4 Beta Release Ce…

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We Need Profound Change to Stop Britain’s Catastrophic Decline: Douglas Carswell 52:48

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with former member of Parliament Douglas Carswell to discuss his recently published set of milestones to restore Britain. Carswell talks about taking control of the machinery of state, fixing a broken legal system, securing borders, stopping mass immigration, and reducing public spending.…

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Gotcha! Feat. Marissa Moorhead & Kimberly Dinaro 22:28

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With summer on the horizon, today's guests look back at the summer jobs of their youths! Marissa Moorhead joins us to talk about fending off her Nosferatu-esque manager at an unnamed movie chain (it was probably AMC, though). Then, Kimberly Dinaro tells us how she...*GASP* killed Quiznos??! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio…

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We Need to Talk About Britain’s Biggest Killer of Men Under 50: Susie Bennett 38:24

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with male suicide researcher Dr. Susie Bennett, who says we need to pay more attention to Britain’s biggest killer of men under 50. Bennett talks about the drivers behind Britain’s suicide figures, the conversations she’s had with men who have contemplated ending their lives, and the importance of building empathy for men a…

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Constant interfaces, nested input, and array access 42:12

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In this episode, Jake and Michael discuss using interfaces as a dictionary of constants, working with and testing inputs passed down multiple layers of the application, and refactoring legacy code with PHP's ArrayAccess interface.By Jacob Bennett and Michael Dyrynda

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Episode 92: Dorianne Laux, Singer 25:44

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In this episode, we read and discuss "Singer," a narrative poem that celebrates the poetic speaker's mother in all of her complexity. Dorianne Laux is the author of numerous books of poetry, including Life on Earth, which was a finalist for the National Book Award, and Only As the Day is Long: New and Selected Poems which was a finalist for the Pul…

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We Need to Stop Identity Politics From Destroying Our Society: Rick Bradford (William Collins) 1:02:00

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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with men’s rights expert Rick Bradford, who writes under the pen name William Collins. Bradford says identity politics has infiltrated many aspects of British life and is destroying the very fabric of our society. He talks about his research into the disadvantages faced by men and boys amid the "acceptable prejudice" of ins…