Best Joseph Rowan Podcasts (2025)

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There Are No Simple Solutions | Jessica Hernandez 56:25

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Imagine if we rolled up our sleeves instead of pointed our fingers? Jessica Hernandez is an indigenous climate scientist and author of Growing Papaya Trees. Her work reveals that the roots of our planetary crisis lies in the violence of colonialism and neo-colonialism. In this gentle and humorous conversation, Jessica explains what it means to be a…

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How the Eco-Crisis is Changing Our Brains | Clayton Aldern 50:16

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The climate crisis is causing an invisible health crisis. The number one cause of neurodegenerative disease is the environment. And our environment is changing—releasing bacteria, neurotoxins and pathogens into our warming world which can change the very matter in our brains. Clayton Aldern is a neuroscientist and environmental reporter at Grist. I…

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#181 - The Great California Hoax: Drake’s Fake Brass Plate 12:12

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In 1936, a small brass plate buried in the dirt seemed to solve one of America’s biggest mysteries: where Sir Francis Drake landed on the California coast in 1579. Celebrated as the “holy grail” of California history, the plate was hailed by scholars and displayed in museums for decades. But there was just one problem… it was a prank. Join us as we…

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Beyond Paradox | Iain McGilchrist 1:21:46

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“There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so.” — Hamlet, Act II, Scene 2 The two hemispheres of our brain collaborate to produce a coherent understanding of the world—at least, that’s what they’re supposed to do. In his groundbreaking book, The Master and His Emissary, neuro-philosopher and psychiatrist, Iain McGilchrist, proposed…

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Bad Environmentalism | Gordon Katic 53:53

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Gordon Katic is the founder of the award-winning podcast production company, Cited Media. This week, they’re launching Green Dreams, the new season of their flagship podcast which tells stories of radical environmental thinkers and their dreams for our green future, asking: Should we make those dreams reality, or are they actually nightmares? Gordo…

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#180 - Counterforce Health AI (Featuring Neal Shah) 32:00

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in this episode we sit down wirh Neal Shah from Counterforce Health AI which is a free tool online that allows individuals to have AI to go to bat for you and increase your chances your insurance claim won't be denied

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Collapse for the 99% | Luke Kemp 58:30

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Collapse has historically benefited the 99%. That’s the amazing conclusion of Luke Kemp, author of Goliath’s Curse: The History and Future of Societal Collapse. Luke is a research associate at the Centre for the Study of Existential Risk at the University of Cambridge, and has spent the past five years studying the collapse of civilisations throug…

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#179 - US Tourist In Venice Assaults Pickpocketer 9:59

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A tourist in Venice gets pickpocketed—then tracks the thief down and grabs her by the ponytail. We break down the wild story, Italy’s pickpocketing problem, why under-14s often walk free, and how to protect yourself (and your stuff) while traveling.

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Community Sufficiency | Kara Huntermoon 1:26:58

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How can we become good ancestors? Permaculturist and educator, Kara Huntermoon, says the hobbies we pick up now can be skills we pass on to our children, even if we never have to use them ourselves. In this wide-ranging and empathetic conversation on relationality, intergenerational solidarity, and hard work, Kara explores how community sufficiency…

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Knowing and Being | Tyson Yunkaporta 1:01:20

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How we create knowledge is as important as the knowledge itself. This is the message of this week’s guest, Aboriginal scholar and author, Tyson Yunkaporta. In his explanation of the importance of learning through living, and living with learning, Tyson points to the how the discourse around decolonisation has granted expertise based on identity rat…

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Why Complex Societies Collapse | Joseph Tainter 49:31

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Is the world even collapsing? Joseph Tainter is a Professor at Utah State University and the author of The Collapse of Complex Societies. He explains on this episode that collapse happens when a civilisation experiences a diminishing return on complexity, the fact that it takes more capital, more energy, more resources to maintain society until eve…

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#178 - FAKE Pilots In Pakistan 11:09

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Fake pilot licenses? In this episode, we expose the shocking Pakistan aviation scandal where hundreds flew without real credentials — and reveal similar frauds around the world. Discover how fake pilots got airborne, and what it means for global aviation safety.

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Is Non-Violence the Only Way? | Rowan Tilly 1:10:57

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We’ve been protesting for decades. Is it time to escalate? Rowan Tilly is an elder of the British peace and environment movements. She has risked jail multiple times to raise awareness of the atrocities carried out against human beings and the planet. All of her direct action is non-violent, and she is deeply committed to an activism which provokes…

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#177 - Scams In Sweden 14:38

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Planning a trip to Sweden? Don’t get scammed while chasing the Northern Lights. In this episode, we uncover the top 10 tourist scams happening across Stockholm, Gothenburg, and beyond—plus real tips on how to avoid them. From fake charities to taxi tricks, we’ll keep your wallet safe while you soak up the beauty. Travel smart, not sorry.…

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Degrowing Healthcare | Martin Hensher 1:11:41

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All of our industries are going to have to shrink. But how do we shrink the good ones? Martin Hensher is a health economist and a Professor of Health Systems Sustainability at the University of Tasmania. He’s spent years researching how to create a degrowth model for the health industry—and why it will be better for people as well as our planet. M…

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#176 - Van Allen Radiation Belts - What Conspiracy Theorists Get WRONG 9:32

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🚀 Did the Van Allen radiation belt make the Moon landing impossible? In this episode, we break down what the belts really are, why conspiracy theorists latch onto them, and how NASA safely got through. Science vs. myth—let’s set the record straight.

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Why Earth Needs a Feminist Movement | Silvia Federici 56:35

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Women’s bodies have always been the cornerstone of reproduction. So has Earth’s. It’s why the enclosure and appropriation of both is fundamental to the accumulation of the capitalist class. On this extraordinary episode, I interview Marxist-feminist scholar, Silvia Federici, author of Caliban and the Witch, a phenomenal book which articulates how c…

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#175 - Scams In Indonesia 14:47

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Headed to Indonesia? From Bali beaches to ancient temples, it's paradise—until a scam hits. We break down the most common tourist traps, must-see cultural spots, and smart tips to travel safe and stress-free. #IndonesiaTravel #TravelTips #ScamAware

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What's Really Warming the Planet | Gerard Wedderburn-Bisshop 55:24

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Ask anyone anywhere what’s the leading cause of global heating and they’ll tell you: fossil fuels. But what if we’re all wrong? Gerard Wedderburn-Bisshop is a scientist for the World Preservation Foundation and worked as a Principal Scientist with Queensland Government Natural Resources, using satellite data to monitor three decades of vegetation c…

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Resilience is Resistance | Max Wilbert 1:33:48

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How do we survive? Max Wilbert is a long-time activist who spent the past few years defending Thacker Pass, and recently joined CELDF to as part of their new strategy to build out community resilience. I first interviewed Max on why techno-optimism won’t save the day. As with many compatriots around the world, the answer he’s landed on as to what w…

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#174 - Was Helen Keller FAKING It? 16:24

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Was Helen Keller Faking It? Viral TikToks claim Helen Keller faked her blindness, her achievements — even her entire story. In this episode, we break down the conspiracy, explore the real history, and share surprising facts from her extraordinary life.

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Human Exceptionalism | Christine Webb 1:00:20

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What makes humans special? Nothing. But a small band of us in the Western hemisphere have inculcated ourselves over thousands of years to believe in our supremacy over the natural world. Christine Webb, primatologist at Harvard University, argues this unique arrogance is at the root of our ecological crisis in her forthcoming book, The Arrogant Ape…

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Why We Can't Understand Each Other | Damien Williams 44:31

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There’s more information than ever — but we can’t agree on what it means. We think of language as a tool of communication. But it’s so much more than that. Language builds worlds and shapes realities; language is how we make sense of what we experience, and that sense-making is always done in partnership with each other. Language is the mechanism b…

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How to Change People's Minds | Sarah Stein Lubrano 50:34

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Don’t Talk About Politics! That’s the title of neuroscientist and political theorist Sarah Stein Lubrano’s first book. A phenomenal and heavily researched foray into why debate is a useless form of political communication, why citizens of the Western world are particularly prone to disbelieving their neighbour’s lived experience, and the strategies…

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#173 - FAKE Hydration Products 12:30

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Are your hydration packets actually helping… or just hyped-up sugar water? In this deep-dive episode, we explore the history of hydration—from ancient solutions to modern wellness marketing. You'll learn how hydration science evolved, why electrolyte balance matters, and how shady brands are cashing in on your thirst. We expose the red flags of fak…

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Change is Risk | Celine Semaan 49:45

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The status quo won’t survive. Neither will we if we’re not willing to change. In this phenomenal conversation with powerhouse Celine Semaan, an artist, author and cofounder of Slow Factory, we explore why change is understandably terrifying—and why it’s now or never that we do it. In this wide-ranging and nuanced discussion we explore the big pictu…

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#172 - Scams In Greece 18:02

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Planning a trip to Greece? Don’t fall for the tourist traps! In this episode, we break down the top scams in Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, and Crete—from inflated taxi fares and fake rental damage claims to sneaky restaurant bills and distraction thefts. Whether you’re island-hopping or exploring ancient ruins, this guide will help you spot red flags…

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Beyond Separation | Willow Defebaugh 54:20

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Does nature have a plan? It’s a lovely thought. But we’re going to have to be more accountable than that. In this achingly beautiful conversation with writer Willow Defebaugh, co-founder and Editor of Atmos Magazine, we discuss how it is we can approach healing together. We explore the designs found in nature and how, with humility, we can learn to…

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#171 - The Enhanced Games (Olympics On Steroids - Literally) 12:39

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In 2026, Las Vegas will host the first-ever Enhanced Games—where athletes are allowed to use performance-enhancing drugs. Backed by big names like Peter Thiel and Trump Jr., this event is rewriting the rules of competition. We break down how it started, who’s competing, what’s at stake, and why it’s sparking global controversy. Is this the future o…

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Is the End Nigh? | Émile Torres 48:56

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What is an extinction event? How have human beings considered extinction in the past? How is the contemporary understanding of human extinction different to the ancient world? And why is it that tech billionaires are so obsessed with it to the extent that they're making the decisions that are more likely to hasten its arrival? Philosopher of extin…

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#170 - Scott Storch Scams Startup Beverage Company (Featuring Billy From DrinkLoom) 34:23

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In this episode we talk with owner Billy from the beverage start-up "Loom" - check out www.drinkloom.com for more information about the company and to support him! Billy had engaged in a collaboration with famed DJ and Producer Scott Storch for $3000 only to get ghosted by him and the collaboration never to be fulfilled as promised. We discuss the …

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#169 - Tinder Dating Scams 16:57

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In this episode, we explore a Tinder user who spent over 5 years and 2 million swipes only to get zero dates out of it. We also explore red flags when it comes to Tinder dating scams and how to detect them while browsing the app.

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#168 - George Santos: Political Conman 12:50

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In this jaw-dropping episode, we unravel the surreal story of George Santos—the U.S. Congressman who lied about everything. From fake degrees and phony Wall Street jobs to inventing his own heritage and stealing campaign funds, Santos wasn’t just embellishing—he was inventing a whole new identity.We break down how he got elected on a mountain of li…

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Voices of the Amazon | Chumpi Washikiat 1:09:31

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The Achuar people first came into contact with the outside world sixty years ago. Since then, they have mostly been left in peace, able to take what they want from the modern world and leave the rest. That’s changing now. Their territory is under threat by careerist politicians within their own community, by other indigenous nations whose populatio…

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Confronting Collapse | Vanessa Machado de Oliveira 1:06:15

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We need a new story. We also need to do the hard work of re-engineering our societies, re-imagining our relationships, and remembering our bodies. Vanessa Machado de Oliveira, author of Hospicing Modernity, start our conversation right there, teasing apart the comforting notion that the hard work is just a language problem. Yes, we need a new story…

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Resource Scarcity and Eco-Fascism | Antonio Turiel 1:07:05

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Militarisation, isolationism, extractivism. It looks like we learned nothing from the 21st century, as the powers that be are approaching looming civilisational collapse by cranking up the gears on the very machine which caused it. We’re re-entering a period of dog-eat-dog in a resource scarce world, which could result in the return of serfdom. Tha…

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#167 - Flat Earth Disproved?! - Interview With Will Duffy From The Final Experiment 1:05:21

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In this episode of FAKD, we bring on guest host Will Duffy to discuss his "Final Experiment" documentary at Union Glacier Base in Antarctica. We discuss flat earth and how he aims to completely abolish the rediculous "theory". Be sure to follow him on his YouTube page to get the most updated information on when the documentary will be coming out!…

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Carbon is Not Our Enemy | Mongabay 1:08:04

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I recently interviewed Paul Hawken for Mongabay and want to share the moving conversation with you here. Celebrated author, thinker and entrepreneur Paul Hawken joins Mongabay’s podcast to discuss his new book, Carbon: The Book of Life. He argues that the jargon and fear-based terms broadly used by the climate movement alienate the broader public a…

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#166 - Operation Northwoods And False Flag Operations! 9:55

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What if I told you the U.S. government once drafted a plan to stage terrorist attacks on American soil, blow up its own ships, and fake a plane hijacking—all to start a war with Cuba? Sounds like a conspiracy theory, right? It's not. It's called Operation Northwoods, and it was very real. In this episode of FAKD, we dive deep into one of the most s…

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Popping the Tech Bro Bubble | Molly White 1:07:07

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Free speech is under attack. Banning books, cutting library funding, attacking Wikipedia. The authoritarian regime of the tech-bro backed hard right doesn’t want to protect your free speech. It plans on eliminating freedom altogether. When it comes to dismantling democracy, it’s far easier if your populace is divided and uneducated with limited acc…

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#165 - Is Katy Perry ACTUALLY An Astronaut? 6:28

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Does riding a rocket for 11 minutes make you an astronaut… or just a really expensive passenger? We break down the real definition of an astronaut, why titles matter, and how media hype is diluting decades of grit, science, and sacrifice. This one’s part science, part shade — and all orbit, no filter. Spoiler alert: If you didn’t train, float, fix,…

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#164 - Companies EXPOSED For Faking "American Made" Labels (And Tariff Talk) 18:39

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Think you know what “Made in USA” really means? Think again. In this eye-opening episode, we peel back the red, white, and blue sticker to uncover the real story behind the label that’s supposed to stand for quality, integrity, and homegrown pride. From its historic roots in post-war industry to modern marketing loopholes, we explore what it takes …

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A World of Contradictions | David Edgerton 59:52

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We can’t make this make sense. The world’s most famous face of renewable solutions spent a record-breaking amount to get Big Oil’s candidate into the White House. The ruling communist party of China is backed by Chinese billionaires. Political pundits are whipping up war fever without reason. The international rule book is merely scattered pages in…

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#163 - FAKE Universities/Diplomas 14:19

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Think that degree is real? In this episode, we dive into the billion-dollar world of fake diplomas, shady online universities, and life experience degrees. From global scandals to red flags to watch for, this one’s an education in how deep the fraud really goes.

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#162 - This Week In Scams (March 30th-April 5th) 10:30

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This week on FakdPodcast, we dive headfirst into the wildest frauds, fakes, and financial foul play making headlines around the world. From cyberattacks on retirement accounts to con artists scamming NBA stars, the deception is global — and relentless.🕵️‍♂️ Here’s what we’re exposing this week:💻 Cyber Heist Down Under: Over 10,000 Australian supera…

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Collapse: What It Is — And What To Do | Sarah Wilson 51:01

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The s**t’s hit the fan. We can’t turn the fan off, argues best-selling author Sarah Wilson. But we can learn how to clean up the mess. Sarah, author, podcaster and creator of the This is Precious newsletter, has been on a similar journey to me. Four years of interview experts, research and writing on a topic the mainstream refuse to engage with: co…

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#161 - Extreme Makeover Home Edition Ruined Lives?! 15:08

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in this episode of FAKD we talk about how the show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition financially and emotionally ruined some individuals lifes after the cameras were off.

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#160 - The Story Behind April Fools Day 13:47

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do you know why we celebrate April Fools Day? in this episode we look at the history of April Fools day and who celebrates it! we also explore some of the examples of historic April fools day pranks!

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How To Do The Right Thing in Business | Brad Vanstone 1:08:47

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Businesses could run differently — with the right leaders. Brad Vanstone, cofounder of plant-based cheese company Willicroft, is an example. He founded the company out of a desire to protect the planet and innovate the food industry. Along the way, he pioneered campaigns, helped transition animal agriculture farms to plant-based farming, and even p…

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#159 - FAKE Currency During The Great Depression 13:00

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in this episode we talk about the fake currency used during the Great Depression called "scrip" - they had to do anything to survive and this is what they came up withi