Best James Elson Podcasts (2025)

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Raging Moderates: MAGA in Turmoil — MTG Out, Mamdani In, and Major Legal Blow 1:03:57

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Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov sit down and talk through these strange days for the MAGA movement, after former stalwart Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s abrupt resignation announcement, Trump’s praising of Zohran Mamdani and the dismissal of the case against former FBI Director James Comey. Plus, the latest on the Ukraine-Russia peace talks, and w…

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China Decode: Inside China’s Economic Slowdown — and the Gig Workers Keeping It Moving 41:50

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In this episode of China Decode, hosts Alice Han and James Kynge dig into China’s economic slowdown—what’s driving the decline in investment, why the AI boom isn’t delivering a broader lift, and how the downturn could ripple across global markets and Beijing's foreign ambitions. Then, as COP30 wraps up in Brazil, they break down whether China is em…

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The Age Divide in Protests, How to Start a Business in a Downturn, and How Scott Measures Impact 24:08

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Scott Galloway answers questions on the age divide in the No Kings protests, how to build a company in a challenging market, and the ways he thinks about influence and impact. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to [email protected], or drop your question in the r/ScottGalloway subreddit. Learn more about your a…

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No Mercy / No Malice: The Next Opioid Crisis 14:31

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As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/the-next-opioid-crisis/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Vox Media Podcast Network

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How to Raise Good Men — Scott Galloway & Richard Reeves Answer Your Questions 22:43

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Scott Galloway and Richard Reeves answer listener questions about talking to boys about sex, navigating device addiction, supporting teachers, and modeling healthy masculinity. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to [email protected], or drop your question in the r/ScottGalloway subreddit. Learn more about your …

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Chucky - The Game (with James Greenwood!) 48:55

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Welcome to CHUCKYVISION, a podcast about the horror franchise Child's Play/Chucky, the surrounding culture and other killer doll films. In a sequel to our episode about Chucky: The Board Game earlier this year, Mark brings back returning special guest, James Greenwood (he's still probably Britain's most loved wrestling referee), to chat about Chuck…

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What Did Men Do to Deserve This? — with Jonathan Haidt and Richard Reeves 56:50

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Scott Galloway speaks with Jonathan Haidt and Richard Reeves about why so many young men are struggling today. They discuss how technology, education, and economic shifts have changed the path to adulthood, why boys need structure and challenge to develop, and what it will take to rebuild purpose and opportunity for the next generation. Learn more …

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Weekly News 12. WW50 2025 Race Report, UTCT, Black Friday, KMF

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This week episode features a in-depth recap of the 2025 Wendover Woods 50. Other topics covered in the news section include a brief look at Ultra Trail Cape Town, Kendal Mountain Festival and some Black Friday deals.By James Elson

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Raging Moderates: The MAGA Civil War Begins 44:13

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Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down the MAGA civil war — Trump losing his grip, right-wing influencers turning on each other, and the 2028 power struggle already accelerating. Then they get into the growing intrigue around Chuck Schumer: he’s not stepping aside yet, but the quiet jockeying to replace him has begun. And finally, they unpack…

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China Decode: How an AI Price War Could Spark a Market Correction 38:47

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In this episode of China Decode, hosts Alice Han and James Kynge break down how China is quietly building the “Android of AI” while the U.S. is pouring billions into the ultra-premium iPhone equivalent. As American firms chase ever-bigger, pricier models, Chinese competitors are going lean, open-source, and dirt-cheap — and U.S. startups are alread…

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How Success Shapes Friendships, What to Do with Inherited Money, and Why Patriotism Matters 19:28

9d ago19:28

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Scott Galloway answers listener questions on how wealth can reshape friendships, how to build purpose when you inherit a large sum of money and don’t have to work, and why he believes patriotism still matters when raising young men. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to [email protected], or drop your question …

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No Mercy / No Malice: National Service 14:40

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As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/national-service/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Vox Media Podcast Network

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How to Know When You Have Enough, Build a Safety Net, and Spend Money Well — ft. Morgan Housel 27:13

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In this special episode of Office Hours, Scott Galloway brings back Morgan Housel to answer your questions on “enough,” financial independence, and the art of spending. They discuss why our money goals keep moving, how to know when you can slow down, and why saving is really about buying independence, not things. Morgan also explains why holding ex…

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Weekly News 11. WW50 Preview, GPT100, Tunnel Hill, Age Group Records

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This weeks podcast features a preview of this weekends ninth Wendover Woods 50. Our RD James Elson also covers off the latest news including World Records at Tunnel Hill, the results from the World Trail Majors - Grampian Peaks Trail 100 and 50km and some incredible masters age group performances.By James Elson

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Notes on Being a Man — a Live Conversation with Ben Stiller 1:12:46

13d ago1:12:46

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Scott Galloway joins actor, director, and comedian Ben Stiller live at 92NY for a conversation on modern masculinity – friendship, fatherhood, purpose, and building a life filled with meaning and connection. They discuss why mentoring young men has become controversial, how masculinity can evolve without reverting to old stereotypes, and the cultur…

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Raging Moderates: Trump’s “Affordability” Agenda—A Masterclass in Backward Economics 1:00:08

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Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov dive into Trump’s new “affordability” push — from $2,000 tariff rebate checks to 50-year mortgages — and ask whether any of it actually makes economic sense. Then, California’s Gavin Newsom takes on America’s masculinity crisis, warning Democrats can’t keep ignoring men and boys. Plus, Texas Democrat James Talarico…

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China Decode: China's Renewable Energy Dominance in the AI Race 38:01

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In this episode of China Decode, hosts Alice Han and James Kynge unpack how the U.S. and China are building the backbone of the AI era — massive data centers that are reshaping global energy use and government policy. They look at who’s paying for the AI boom, why electricity might decide the winner, and how China’s homegrown models are quietly cat…

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How to Talk About Money, Raise Independent Kids, and Build Real Wealth — ft. Morgan Housel 28:49

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In this special episode of Office Hours, Scott brings on Morgan Housel, bestselling author of The Psychology of Money, to take your questions on love, parenting, and financial independence. They discuss how income gaps affect relationships, the moral gray zone of college admissions consulting, and why the best investment you can make in your 20s is…

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No Mercy / No Malice: Notes on Being a Man 11:37

18d ago11:37

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Scott Galloway's new book, Notes on Being a Man, is out now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Vox Media Podcast Network

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Humanoid Robots, Building a Service Business, and Why CEOs Won’t Save Democracy 19:22

19d ago19:22

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Scott Galloway answers listener questions on the humanoid robotics boom and why real adoption is still years away. He then shares advice for a young entrepreneur starting a services business, explaining why relationships, talent, and overdelivering for clients are key to success. Finally, Scott calls out corporate America’s moral decline and argues…

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Weekly News 10: Half Marathons, GPT100, World Trail Majors, UTMB

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This weeks news includes all the latest from Centurion Running, a look at the latest races including GPT100, new UTMB buy outs, XNRG Druids Challenge, SDW100 elite athlete news and how horrendous and brilliant a half marathon can really be.By James Elson

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The Collapse of American Virtue — with Fareed Zakaria 57:52

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Scott Galloway speaks with Fareed Zakaria, an author, host of Fareed Zakaria GPS on CNN, and columnist for The Washington Post. Fareed explains why the global left is in retreat, how America’s obsession with money has replaced virtue, and why the U.S. can’t beat China by trying to become more like it. He and Scott discuss the moral decay hollowing …

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Raging Moderates: Trump’s K-Shaped Economy: Why the Economy Feels Broken 59:20

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Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov take stock of the Trump economy one year after his 2024 election. If popular stock indices don’t tell the whole story, what other indicators should we look at? Plus — the government shutdown is on the verge of becoming the longest in US history, and lawmakers don’t seem close to a plan for the future. What comes ne…

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China Decode: What One Big Exam Reveals about Inequality in China 43:50

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In this episode of China Decode, hosts Alice Han and James Kynge unpack how the global auto industry is facing a new chip crisis. Dutch chipmaker Nexperia has halted shipments to China after a payment and ownership dispute, forcing carmakers like Honda and Volkswagen to scramble for crucial semiconductor parts. They explain how a fight over factory…

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Subscription Inflation, How to Use a Gap Year, and Deciding When to Retire 16:55

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Scott Galloway answers listener questions on the wave of subscription price hikes and why recurring revenue gives companies pricing power. He then lays out a simple playbook for making the most of a gap year before law school, and weighs the ethics and practicality of retiring early when layoffs loom. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a…

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First Time Founders with Ed Elson – This Physicist Is Building AI Droids 58:53

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Ed speaks with Matan Grinberg, co-founder and CEO of Factory, an AI company focused on bringing autonomy to software engineering. They discuss the long-term future of AI, the role of regulation, and whether or not he’s concerned about an AI bubble. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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No Mercy / No Malice: Big Tech Stock Pick of 2026 is Amazon 16:42

18d ago16:42

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As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/big-tech-stock-pick-of-2026-amazon/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Vox Media Podcast Network

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Centurion Running Weekly News Ep. 9 & Race Review: Caesars Camp

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All the latest news from Centurion Running plus a race review of Caesars Camp Endurance Run/ 100 miler which no longer exists but was in many ways a forerunner to other ultra events around the UK today.By James Elson

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AI’s Power Problem, Have We Passed Peak Social Media? and How to Save Democracy 21:08

26d ago21:08

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Scott Galloway answers listener questions on AI’s growing strain on the U.S. power grid, why we may have reached peak social media, and how economic boycotts can serve as a check on political power. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to [email protected], or drop your question in the r/ScottGalloway subreddit. …

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Poltergeist 1:01:07

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Welcome to CHUCKYVISION, a podcast about the horror franchise Child's Play/Chucky, the surrounding culture and other killer doll films. Mark and Dev welcome you to their Halloween Special where they take a look at a credible horror film! How rare! Mark had never seen the classic horror Poltergeist from 1983! What better time than Halloween to give …

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America’s Casino Economy — with Kyla Scanlon 1:03:33

27d ago1:03:33

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Scott Galloway speaks with Kyla Scanlon, an economic commentator, educator, and author of In This Economy? How Money and Markets Really Work. Kyla explains how gambling culture has seeped into markets and everyday investing, why America has effectively become a giant bet on AI, and what the rise of “risk-aggressive” leadership means for the next ge…

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Raging Moderates: Why Politicians are Launching Podcasts Ahead of 2028 55:25

28d ago55:25

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With just a week until Election Day, Scott and Jessica break down the races shaping the final stretch — from Andrew Cuomo’s last-minute unlikely comeback bid in New York City to Abigail Spanberger and Mikie Sherrill testing whether moderation still wins in purple America. Plus, California’s Prop 50 could shift the balance of power in Congress. Then…

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China Decode: Xi Tightens His Grip, Trump Seeks a Deal 42:42

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In this episode of China Decode, hosts Alice Han and James Kynge dive into Trump’s trip across Asia — and what it means as Xi Jinping tightens his grip at home. Are the U.S. and China inching toward a truce, or gearing up for another long standoff? Then, they decode China’s crypto paradox — a country that bans trading on the mainland but cheers on …

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Is Media a Bad Investment?, Scott’s Dating Advice for Women, and How to Win High-End Clients 18:00

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Scott Galloway responds to Mark Cuban’s claim that media is a bad investment, breaking down how social platforms, YouTube, and podcasts are redefining where attention and ad dollars flow. He then shares dating advice for women navigating today’s digital landscape, and offers guidance for a dentist taking over a high-end practice on how to impress a…

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No Mercy / No Malice: America’s Best Bet 12:58

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As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/americas-best-bet/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Vox Media Podcast Network

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The Crackdown on Free Speech, How to Handle a Bad Boss, and Why Scott Took Down His AI Clone 18:26

1M ago18:26

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Scott Galloway answers listener questions on the rise of free-speech arrests in the UK, navigating a toxic boss, and whether AI can (or should) act as a therapist. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to [email protected], or drop your question in the r/ScottGalloway subreddit. Learn more about your ad choices. V…

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Centurion Running Weekly News Ep.8: Autumn 100 Recap

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This week James Elson recaps the 2025 Autumn 100 where a new fastest all time British 100 Mile Trail time of 13:03 was run, alongside an amazingly tight and competitive womens race. Other topics include the VK world record going down, Grand Raid Reunion, World 24hr Champs and Bigs Backyard.By James Elson

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The Fight to Save American Democracy — with Heather Cox Richardson 1:20:54

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Scott Galloway speaks with Heather Cox Richardson, a historian at Boston College and author of Democracy Awakening: Notes on the State of America, as well as the widely-read Substack Letters from an American. They discuss the ‘No Kings’ protests and what they reveal about the state of U.S. democracy, the erosion of moral and corporate leadership, a…

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Raging Moderates: Why Progressives Won’t WIN in the 2026 Midterms (ft. David Frum) 48:42

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On the heels of the No Kings protests that drew an estimated seven million Americans, there seems to be a strong coalition to take on Trump and the GOP. But, what will the Democrats’ message be? Jessica Tarlov and guest host David Frum of The Atlantic discuss the Democratic Party’s predicament — and the value of tacking to the center. Plus: is ther…

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China Decode: Can China Beat the U.S. Back to the Moon? 45:45

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In this episode of China Decode, Alice Han and James Kynge break down Beijing’s new export restrictions on rare earth minerals and what they mean for global supply chains, a British spy scandal rattling UK–China relations, and the growing space race that could determine who gets back to the moon first. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas…

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How AI Could Reshape Healthcare, How the Wealthy Manage Money, and the Case for a Third Child 26:03

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Scott outlines a plan for fixing America’s broken healthcare system in the age of AI, shares how wealthy people actually manage their money (and what everyone can learn from it), and reflects on one of his biggest personal regrets – not having a third child. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to [email protected]…

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Child's Play: A New Home (Fan Film Week!) 27:21

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Welcome to CHUCKYVISION, a podcast about the horror franchise Child's Play/Chucky, the surrounding culture and other killer doll films. It's the last of 7 episodes in 7 days! A ChuckyVision special event: Fan Film Week! In Fan Film Week, Mark and Dev will be looking at seven different short films made by Chucky fans that are available on YouTube. T…

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No Mercy / No Malice: How Does the End Begin? 17:15

1M ago17:15

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As read by George Hahn. https://www.profgalloway.com/how-does-the-end-begin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Vox Media Podcast Network

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The Caputo Family (Fan Film Week!) 22:24

1M ago22:24

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Welcome to CHUCKYVISION, a podcast about the horror franchise Child's Play/Chucky, the surrounding culture and other killer doll films. It's the sixth of 7 episodes in 7 days! A ChuckyVision special event: Fan Film Week! In Fan Film Week, Mark and Dev will be looking at seven different short films made by Chucky fans that are available on YouTube. …

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The Truth About Podcast Ads, Life After the Military, and Scott’s London Tips 18:36

1M ago18:36

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Scott explains why podcast ads still work and what makes them more powerful than traditional media. He then offers advice on rebuilding purpose and community after leaving the military and shares his favorite ways to do London like a local. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to [email protected], or drop your q…

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Chucky vs Jason.mp4 (Fan Film Week!) 18:01

1M ago18:01

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Welcome to CHUCKYVISION, a podcast about the horror franchise Child's Play/Chucky, the surrounding culture and other killer doll films. It's the fifth of 7 episodes in 7 days! A ChuckyVision special event: Fan Film Week! In Fan Film Week, Mark and Dev will be looking at seven different short films made by Chucky fans that are available on YouTube. …

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America Is Fraying from Within — with Molly Jong-Fast 1:03:28

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Scott speaks with Molly Jong-Fast, a journalist, author, political commentator and host of the “Fast Politics” podcast. They discuss the moral crisis of America’s billionaire class, Trump’s authoritarian drift, and the deepening class divide fueling populism. Molly shares her take on the Democrats’ messaging problem, the media’s collapse into ideol…

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Assault & Batteries by Ice Nine Kills (Fan Film Week!) 15:39

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Welcome to CHUCKYVISION, a podcast about the horror franchise Child's Play/Chucky, the surrounding culture and other killer doll films. It's the fourth of 7 episodes in 7 days! A ChuckyVision special event: Fan Film Week! In Fan Film Week, Mark and Dev will be looking at seven different short films made by Chucky fans that are available on YouTube.…

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Centurion Running Weekly News Ep. 7: Autumn 100 Preview and Review

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This weeks episode covers the latest news before focusing in on the Autumn 100 which kicks off this weekend. There is an in depth preview of this years field, some of the background and detail around the race and of course then a comparitive difficulty rating to finish with!By James Elson

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Raging Moderates: Trump Has Completed Half of Project 2025 52:24

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Two weeks into the government shutdown, the pain is starting to show — from closed museums to unpaid workers. Scott and Jessica break down who’s getting blamed, how long it could drag on, and Trump’s move to keep troops funded. Then, they dig into Project 2025 — the far-right blueprint that’s already halfway implemented — and what it means for demo…