Best James Mackey Podcasts (2026)

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James L. Brooks, Jamie Lee Curtis and Emma Mackey on ‘Ella McCay’ 55:48

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James L. Brooks, director of classics like Terms of Endearment, Broadcast News and As Good as it Gets, returns to form with Ella McCay, his first film in 15 years. Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott chatted with Brooks about the inspiration behind the story and how the women in his life inspired so many of his iconic female characters. Later in the chat Scot…

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EP 180: Leveraging Data to Find the Perfect Candidate 30:10

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Jonathan Lau, Director of Talent Acquisition at Super.com, joins us to unpack how in-house recruiting can bridge the gap between talent strategy and business goals. With years of leading experience, Jon explains how elevating quality of hire over speed reshapes value, the importance of data collection, and candidate experience creating the first to…

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Best of 2025 Pt. 4 2:41:42

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Merry Best Of’s to all from Comedy Bang! Bang! Join Scott and Paul F. Tompkins as they count down numbers 3 through 1 of the best CBB episodes of 2025 as voted on by you, the listeners! Find out how your best-loved characters ranked and maybe discover some new favorites! Don’t forget to check out the Comedy Bang! Bang! Action Figures at shop.figure…

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EP 179: How a Global TA Ops Leader Thinks About Hiring 41:08

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Everett Chaffin, Director of Global TA Operations at Zendesk, joins us to explore how recruiting operations can become a true force multiplier for people. He shares his journey from starting his career at his dad's agency to running TA Ops for Zendesk. He unpacks how AI, standardization, and storytelling empower recruiters to act as trusted talent …

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Nick Shirley Live , We're "Learing" More & More | Triggered Ep. 303 49:18

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Best of 2025 Pt. 3 2:14:46

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Merry Best Of’s to all from Comedy Bang! Bang! Join Scott and Paul F. Tompkins as they count down numbers 6 through 4 of the best CBB episodes of 2025 as voted on by you, the listeners! Find out how your best-loved characters ranked and maybe discover some new favorites! Tune in Thursday for part 4! Don’t forget to check out the Comedy Bang! Bang! …

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Building & Changing Habits | James Clear (#183 rebroadcast) 2:19:56

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter James Clear is the author of the New York Times bestseller Atomic Habits. His extensive research into human behavior has helped him identify key components of habit formation and develop the "Four Laws of Behavioral Ch…

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Dacre Montgomery on ‘Dead Man’s Wire’ and Life After ‘Stranger Things’ 22:01

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Dacre Montgomery chats Dead Man's Wire, working with Gus Van Sant, life after Stranger Things and just how to pronounce his name. Subscribe to my newsletter: https://link.newsweek.com/join/for-the-culture Follow me: https://linktr.ee/halanscott Subscribe to Newsweek’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/newsweek See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com…

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EP 178: The Link Between TA and Psychology 48:53

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Sara Chevrette, Head of Global Talent Acquisition at Sonatype, joins James Mackey, to unpack the connection between psychology and recruiting talent. She shares how values drive hiring, pushing for curiosity, and the importance of building a strong culture within the workplace. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! …

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Best of 2025 Pt. 2 2:16:28

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Merry Best Of’s to all from Comedy Bang! Bang! Join Scott and Paul F. Tompkins as they count down numbers 10 through 7 of the best CBB episodes of 2025 as voted on by you, the listeners! Find out how your best-loved characters ranked and maybe discover some new favorites! Tune in Monday for part 3! Don’t forget to check out the Comedy Bang! Bang! A…

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EP 177: Recruiting for ROI and Growth 38:07

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Greg Troxell, Director of TA at Function Health, joins James Mackey to share how a single comment reshaped his hiring philosophy from resume relay to business impact. He shares how they break down the concept of skills-based scaffolding and how it drives better hires leading to reduced mis-hires. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making t…

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The Spy Who Hacked Me: Simu Liu and Melissa Barrera on The Copenhagen Test 34:53

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What happens when your own eyes and ears become a weapon against you? This week, Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott is joined by Simu Liu (Shang-Chi) and Melissa Barrera (Scream, Abigail) to declassify their mind-bending new Peacock series, The Copenhagen Test. (It’s seriously so good!) (And yes, Simu was asked about Oh, Mary!) Subscribe to my newsletter: ht…

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Our American Revival: Why This Movement Matters More Than Ever | Triggered Ep.302 1:09:23

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Our American Revival: Why This Movement Matters More Than Ever | Triggered Ep.302 Live from Rumble Studio Go to http://polymarket.com to trade on the outcomes of live events from politics, pop culture, to sports and more!

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Best of 2025 Pt. 1 2:41:41

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Merry Best Of’s to all from Comedy Bang! Bang! Join Scott and Paul F. Tompkins as they count down numbers 14 through 11 of the best CBB episodes of 2025 as voted on by you, the listeners! Find out how your best-loved characters ranked and maybe discover some new favorites! Tune in Thursday for part 2! Don’t forget to check out the Comedy Bang! Bang…

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#377 ‒ Special episode: Understanding true happiness and the tools to cultivate a meaningful life—insights from past interviews with Arthur Brooks 1:39:31

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter In this special episode of The Drive, Peter presents a curated "best of" conversation with bestselling author and previous guest Arthur Brooks, organized around four core themes: happiness itself, the forces that under…

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Fire, Ash, and the Method Guest: Stephen Lang 32:54

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In this episode, Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott sits down with the legendary Stephen Lang to discuss the next chapter of the Avatar saga. Known for his powerhouse portrayal of Colonel Miles Quaritch, Lang takes us behind the scenes of the upcoming Avatar: Fire and Ash and reveals how the shifting landscape of Pandora is changing the man we thought we kne…

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Ghosts’ Asher Grodman and His Award Worthy Legs 1:01:33

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Yes, Asher Grodman is a two-time Critics Choice nominee for his performance as Trevor on CBS’ Ghosts, but he knows what you (and host H. Alan Scott) really wants to talk about: his legs. Sure, the work too, but as a ghost who has to “live” for eternity with no pants on, one is bound to wonder just how Grodman keeps it all… in. We chatted about that…

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The Days of Destructive DEI are Over, Plus Full News Coverage! | TRIGGERED Ep.301 36:10

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The Days of Destructive DEI are Over, Plus Full News Coverage! | TRIGGERED Ep.301 Go to http://polymarket.com to trade on the outcomes of live events from politics, pop culture, to sports and more! --- Protect your savings with Birch Gold. Text DONJR to 989898 and claim your eligibility for free silver today. https://birchgold.com/donjr…

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Bonus Bang: 2020 Holiday Spectacular (Jason Mantzoukas, Paul F. Tompkins, Andy Daly, Jon Gabrus, Lauren Lapkus, Ego Nwodim, Carl Tart, Lily Sullivan, Tim Baltz, Shaun Diston, Dan Lippert) 2:37:50

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Join us for that special time of year when Scott invites friends old and new to celebrate the Comedy Bang! Bang! Holiday Spectacular! Expect appearances from Jason Mantzoukas, Santa Claus, pretzel maker August Lindt, intern Gino Lombardo, Ho Ho the naughty Elf, the kid who saw mommy kissing Santa Claus, The Chief, and so many more! Happy Holidays f…

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Paul Feig’s Genre-Expanding Take on ‘The Housemaid’ 17:26

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Director Paul Feig wants you to support local movie theaters, ideally at his new movie The Housemaid, based on the popular book series by Freida McFadden. “My last three movies have been streamers, and thank God I got to make movies, but I make movies for audiences in a room.” Adapting a popular book into a film is “intimidating,” but Feig is conte…

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EP 176: Running TA While Scaling From 4 to 150+ Employees 39:14

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Beatriz Lourenco, Head of People at Poolside.ai, joins host James Mackey to discuss her journey scaling from 4 to 150+ employees. She shares how she approached early hires and is building a TA motion that keeps up with rapid growth. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Follow us: https://www.linkedin.com/company/82…

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Ship Outta Luck, Plus FBI Foils LA Terror Plot and Much More | Triggered Ep.300 37:46

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Ship Outta Luck, Plus FBI Foils LA Terror Plot and Much More | Triggered Ep.300 Go to http://polymarket.com to trade on the outcomes of live events from politics, pop culture, to sports and more! --- Protect your savings with Birch Gold. Text DONJR to 989898 and claim your eligibility for free silver today. https://birchgold.com/donjr…

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2025 Holiday Spectacular! (Jason Mantzoukas, Paul F. Tompkins, Lily Sullivan, Anna Bezahler, Isabella Escalante, Dan Lippert, Lauren Lapkus, Gil Ozeri) 2:19:06

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Scott Aukerman and co-host Jason Mantzoukas ring in the holidays with a special party for some of their best Comedy Bang! Bang! buddies. Guests include RFK Jr., Krendall, Austin & Tony, Soupsa Claus, Ho Ho the Elf, and an automated call from DeLuca’s Chophouse! Happy holidays from CBB! Don’t forget to check out the Comedy Bang! Bang! Action Figures…

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#376 - AMA #78: Longevity interventions, exercise, diagnostic screening, and managing high apoB, hypertension, metabolic health, and more 22:17

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter In this "Ask Me Anything" (AMA) episode, Peter tackles a wide-ranging set of listener questions spanning lifespan interventions, exercise, cardiovascular risk reduction, time-restricted eating, blood pressure managemen…

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Real News & Real Results: Interview with Breaking the Law Author Alex Marlow | Triggered Ep.299 1:00:16

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Wagner Moura on ‘The Secret Agent,’ Oscars and His Return to Brazilian Film 26:29

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Wagner Moura chats with Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott about The Secret Agent, the Oscars buzz surrounding it and why “carrying Brazil with us” makes the moment so special. Transcript: https://www.newsweek.com/entertainment/wagner-moura-on-the-secret-agent-oscars-and-his-return-to-brazilian-film-11182568 Subscribe to my newsletter: https://link.newsweek.…

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Bonus Bang: 2016 Tour, Vancouver (Lauren Lapkus, Dan Mangan, Mike Hanford, Paul F. Tompkins, Tim Baltz) 1:56:01

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A realtor, a hippie, and a dog walked into a bar. I must be in Vancouver. "2016 Tour, Vancouver" is a special episode of Comedy Bang! Bang!, the 28th and final episode of the 2016 North America tour. Hosted by Scott Aukerman, it stars Ho Ho the Elf (Lauren Lapkus), Dan Mangan, John Lennon (Mike Hanford), Santa (Paul F. Tompkins), and Randy Snutz (T…

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Stop the Insanity! From Fame to Uber Eats: Susan Powter’s Unfiltered Journey 33:55

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Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott sits down with the iconic Susan Powter, the original wellness influencer of the 90s, to discuss her unexpected journey from the heights of fame to driving for Uber Eats. Her journey is documented in the Jamie Lee Curtis produced documentary ‘Stop the Insanity: Finding Susan Powter.’ In this candid conversation, Susan opens …

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Young, Dumb and Full of Christ: The Faith Behind ‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’ with Rian Johnson, Daniel Craig, Josh O’Connor and Glenn Close 43:04

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Daniel Craig and Rian Johnson discuss faith in “Wake Up Dead Man,” praising Josh O'Connor’s humor and Glenn Close’s legendary performance in the new mystery. Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott chats with Johnson and Craig about the origins of the story; O’Connor about his love of comedy; and finally Close about how her time in a cult as a child inspired her …

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Fearless & America First, Interview with The Federalist's Sean Davis | Triggered Ep298 41:51

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Help Me Rhombus (Carl Tart, Angela Giarratana, Alex Fernie) 1:18:13

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This week, athlete / actor OJ Simpson, an old little boy named Angus Montgomery Diana, and The Flasher Gremlin join Scott for another CBB Round Table! In this special edition of Comedy Bang! Bang! Scott and his guests discuss the issues of the day and how they can maybe solve some of the world’s biggest problems. Don’t forget to check out the Comed…

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#375 - Ketogenic diet, ketosis & hyperbaric oxygen: metabolic therapies for weight loss, cognition, Alzheimer's & more | Dom D'Agostino, Ph.D. 2:08:25

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter Dom D'Agostino is a neuroscientist and professor at the forefront of metabolic therapies, including ketogenic diets, exogenous ketones, and hyperbaric oxygen. In this episode, Dom breaks down nutritional versus supplem…

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Live With FBI Director Kash Patel, Breaking News!! | Triggered Ep.297 31:18

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Bonus Bang: Be My Guest, Literally! (Michael Ableson, Paul F. Tompkins, Andy Daly, Lauren Lapkus) 1:59:44

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It's a special co-host edition of Comedy Bing Bong with our favorite German film director Werner Herzog! Werner and Scott welcome guest of honor Michael Ableson, a NYC corporate litigator AND “Origin Story” documentary donator! He tells us all about being the hero of the banks when suddenly Ho Ho the Naughty Elf squeaks into the studio. They are al…

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Erika Alexander and Kim Coles on Why Living Single Was Never Just a ‘Black Show’ 40:34

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Erika Alexander and Kim Coles join Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott to chat about their podcast ReLiving Single, the "limitless creativity" of Living Single and the sitcom's enduring impact on pop culture. You can watch the first season of ReLiving Single on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReLivingSinglePodcast Subscribe to my newsletter: https://link.ne…

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Narco-Terrorists: Dems' New "Resistance" Heroes, Plus Walz Welfare Scam | TRIGGERED Ep.296 50:31

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Bones Are Important (Kumail Nanjiani, Will Hines, Charlie McCrackin) 1:19:43

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Kumail Nanjiani is here to promote “Night Thoughts,” his upcoming comedy special on Hulu. He also discusses the finer points of “The X Files” and the MCU. Charity organizer Wyatt Malibu shares innovative ideas for fundraising, and his work on many Church roofs. Then, Inspector Jack Cates talks about his role in the unpleasantness that occurred at h…