Best Jon Becker Podcasts (2025)

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Tactical Longevity – Dr. Jenny Prohaska 1:02:20

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10d ago1:02:20

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My guest today is Dr. Jenny Prohaska, a clinical psychologist who has spent her career on the front lines of trauma and high-stakes performance. Jenny trained in neuro -rehabilitation psychology at the University of Kansas Medical Center, working with patients and staff in trauma, ICU, and burn units, where she built her expertise in how the brain …

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Coining It with Lewis Goodall | Ep 5 - Coining It 34:39

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We're back with the penultimate episode of Coining It. Thank you for the brilliant response to the series so far. If you don't want to wait for the last episode on this feed, the entire series is available now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. In this episode... The party’s over. When one of James’ friends goes to the police, dete…

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The King banishes Andrew - but will it be enough? 29:46

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It's a 2025 royal knockout. After sustained and mounting pressure, the King took drastic action last night, stripping his brother of his prince title and turfing him out of Royal Lodge. Prince Andrew becomes Andrew Mountbatten Windsor. Why has King Charles moved so decisively against his brother now? And will this draw a line under the Epstein scan…

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Weekend Edition: Why doesn't the government fund deaf athletes? - The Sports Agents 20:04

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Did you know the government doesn't fund deaf athletes, because they aren’t allowed to compete at the Paralympics? For 100 years now they’ve been holding their own competition - the Deaflympics - where referee whistles are replaced by flag signals, and starting guns by flashing lights. But no Paralympics means no funding. All because they were born…

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Is a British arms deal helping to fuel the Sudan genocide? 33:48

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Why are British-made military items being found on the killing fields of Sudan? It's a question that the government has been asked in parliament today, amid escalating reports of the most brutal mass killings of civilians. The Guardian revealed this week that UK-manufactured military equipment is being used by the RSF militia in Sudan - who are acc…

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Is Starmer about to break his biggest promise yet? 35:33

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With the budget looming next month, Keir Starmer has refused to stand by his manifesto commitments not to raise income tax. It comes as Labour's poll rating hits an all time low - so will this be the final blow for voters? Later, after admitting he won't (probably) won't be seeking another term, was Trump ever serious about a third run at President…

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Is Trump getting away with murder in the Caribbean? 34:29

4d ago34:29

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Donald Trump is declaring his actions in the Caribbean a war on drugs. Democrats are calling it "state-sanctioned murder". What is Trump's game plan for Venezuela? Is it about fentanyl? Oil? Or regime change? Later - the latest YouGov poll has put four major parties all within two points of each other. What does it tell us about the state of UK pol…

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Is the King losing his grip on the Prince Andrew crisis? 34:34

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Why was the king heckled outside Lichfield Cathedral? Will Andrew vacate Royal Lodge for two other royal homes? And when will the public appetite be satisfied that the palace has done enough? We take you behind the curtain to the events at the end of last week and the key conversation that never happened. Later, was Reform MP Sarah Pochin racist in…

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Coining It with Lewis Goodall | Ep 4 - Coining It 33:58

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Thank you for all the positive reactions to Global's latest unmissable podcast series, Coining It. This is episode 4. If you don't want to wait for episode 5 on this feed, the entire series is available now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. In this episode... James Parker’s secret has been rumbled. But he’s not about to give up hi…

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Jens Stoltenberg on Putin, Trump and Europe’s future 32:42

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As Russia’s war in Ukraine grinds on and populist politics shake Western democracies, NATO is facing one of the most turbulent moments in its 75-year history. This Friday the former NATO Secretary General, Jens Stoltenberg, joins Lewis to talk about the war in Ukraine, the rise of populism in the West, and how to deal with Trump. The News Agents is…

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Weekend Edition: Is Formula One in for a hollywood ending? - The Sports Agents 17:42

9d ago17:42

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Formula One might be about to witness a comeback worthy of a Drive to Survive Hollywood film. With five races to go, the McLaren driver win that seemed as certain as death and taxes, has suddenly been put in jeopardy by Max Verstappen and Red Bull. Could they pull off the impossible? Gabby and Mark are joined by 13-time Grand Prix winner David Coul…

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Is the government's small boats plan "in tatters"? 39:28

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Keir Starmer came to power vowing to smash the gangs and stop the boats. He believes in the power of returns agreements to solve the problem - and established the 'one in - one out' system with France. An irregular migrant is returned for each refugee who has gone through the process properly. But, in a moment of low farce and high tragedy, an Iran…

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Will Prince Andrew be called to face Parliament? 32:21

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The pressure is mounting on Parliament to scrutinise the housing arrangements of our Royal family after the times revealed this week Prince Andrew pays a mere peppercorn rent on Royal Lodge. Could he be called before MPs to explain his finances? Does the tax payer still fund this disgraced Royal? And what is the nature of the relationship between P…

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Prince Andrew - Could more women now come forward? 43:35

11d ago43:35

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Amy Wallace, the co author of Virginia Giuffre‘ s memoir - which is published today - has told Emily it’s possible more women will now come forward to reveal what they know about Prince Andrew’s actions on Epstein’s island. She calls on Andrew to “name names” of other abusers around Epstein. And she speaks for the first time about what Virginia bel…

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Prince Andrew and the Epstein scandal - Virginia Giuffre in her own words 35:13

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Virginia Giuffre is speaking to us from beyond the grave - with her memoir about the abuse she suffered at the hands of Epstein and - she claims - Prince Andrew. Prince Andrew continues to deny those allegations. The book is a harrowing account of abuse, pain and control. Does it change how we see Andrew? Should he now stand trial? And what does it…

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Coining It with Lewis Goodall | Ep 3 - Coining It 34:34

15d ago34:34

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You've loved Coining It, so it's back for episode 3. Thank you for the brilliant response to the first two episodes. If you don't want to wait for episode 4 on this feed, the entire series is available now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. In this episode... Destination: Dubai. James Parker and his newly hired financial advisor ar…

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Zack Polanski on populism, patriotism and poverty 1:01:14

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It's just six weeks since Zack Polanski became leader of the Green party. He's not even an MP. And yet, in that short space of time, he's become something of a political rockstar for those on the left of British politics. His party is shooting up in the polls, he's attracted a devout and growing following on social media, and his modern style of co…

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Weekend Edition: Has British Gymnastics cleaned up its act? - The Sports Agents 16:58

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British Gymnastics has been on a journey of root and branch reform since the damning 2022 ‘Whyte Review’ exposed systemic abuse and cultural failings. We are now three years into its "Reform 25" plan, which was designed to "create safe, positive and fair experiences for all in gymnastics by 2025" by implementing the Whyte Review recommendations. So…

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Could Labour MPs jump ship to the Green Party? 31:55

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Zack Polanski is riding high right now. The polls have buoyed since he became leader of the greens. And membership has significantly increased too. Today he suggested to Lewis that Labour MPs might defect to his party. Is that going to happen? And what does it tell us about the way left wing populism is mimicking the style of right wing populists i…

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Are American billionaires trying to reshape British politics? 37:30

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JD Vance has had his sights on the UK since becoming vice president - fixating on our free speech laws, criticising Britain in strong terms. But is that part of a wider movement? There is evidence of a growing concerted effort, by rich and organised American advocacy groups, setting their sights on the UK, trying to influence public mood and indeed…

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Did the government willingly collapse the China spy trial? 39:52

18d ago39:52

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The Conservatives have accused Keir Starmer and those around him of wilfully forcing the collapse of a trial involving two young British men accused of spying for the Chinese government - allegations they deny. Security minister Dan Jarvis got to his feet in the Commons last night to angrily deny Kemi Badenoch's attacks - it's all the fault of the …

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Episode 120 - On Coming Home with Dr. Art Finch 39:31

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Coming home to your family after shift is a skill. In this episode, Dr. Art Finch and I talk about re-integration, and coming home as a process not an event. We introduce our new resource, "On Coming Home," a workbook for people operating in crisis and their families -- you can download it free at www.bit.ly/mctioch…

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The hostages are home. Is this a lasting peace? 31:11

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The 20 living hostages, taken captive on October 7th two years ago, have been freed from Gaza and now begin to try and piece together shattered lives. In Gaza, Palestinians are returning to homes of rubble - free of gunfire - but displaced and dispossessed. The politicians are telling a different story today, full of victory laps and self praise. I…

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Coining It with Lewis Goodall | Ep 2 - Coining It 37:43

22d ago37:43

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After the brilliant response to episode 1 of Coining It, here's episode 2. If you don't want to wait for episode 3 on this feed, all episodes are available now, on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. James Parker has turned a digital glitch into a fortune. Most would keep it quiet - but not James. The newly minted millionaire flaunts h…

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Neil Kinnock on the speech that changed the Labour Party 55:50

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As this year’s party conference season draws to a close, Lewis sits down with Neil Kinnock to reflect on his iconic 1985 Labour Conference speech. They discuss leadership, the power of political courage, and what the future holds for the Labour Party. Visit our new website for more analysis and interviews from the team: https://www.thenewsagents.co…

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Weekend Edition: Q&A - MOTD moments, rowdy Ryder Cup & sheepdog shows - The Sports Agents 20:08

23d ago20:08

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Gabby and Mark answer all of your questions from building their 'dream athlete' and their favourite Match of The Day moment so far, to England winning a home Rugby World Cup and the Ryder Cup crowds. Plus, we look back at this week on The Sports Agents. Double Olympic champion and Tour de France winner Geraint Thomas joined us in the studio to talk…

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Is Trump's peace plan too good to be true? 41:13

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Israel and Hamas have agreed to the initial phase of a ceasefire plan in Gaza. Donald Trump announced the agreement saying all hostages would be released, and Israel would withdraw troops. There have been celebrations on the streets in Gaza and Israel, but is the peace plan going to last? And does the President now have an outside chance of securin…

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Kemi Badenoch promises to abolish Stamp Duty. Is it enough to save her job? 42:12

24d ago42:12

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To rapturous applause and a full throated national anthem, Kemi Badenoch delivered the speech that may just have saved her job. She promised to end stamp duty, abolish VAT on private schools and scrap farmers inheritance tax. She will also ban doctors from striking, cancel university courses she doesn’t rate, and dismantle the structure of Britains…

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DME 007 - Bakersfield PD Hostage Rescue 12:24

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Hostage Rescue Under Explosive Threat - Bakersfield PD SWAT 1:25:04

24d ago1:25:04

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On October 12th, 2020, Bakersfield police responded to a hospital on a domestic violence call to a female who had been hit in the head with a hammer by her ex-husband. When patrol officers arrived at the suspect's house, the male suspect exited the home, screaming at police and threw an improvised explosive device at officers. Negotiations with the…

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Why Robert Jenrick wants to see more 'white faces' 36:15

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Overnight, the late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel was literally cancelled - taken off air and his show suspended, for what his ABC network bosses called "insensitivity" over Charlie Kirk’s death. The firing came after comments from the broadcast regulator suggesting he would revoke licences if the show wasn’t stopped. Are media companies now co…