Best Kai And J Podcasts (2025)

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"Gnarly" is actually Genius 47:38

1h ago47:38

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In this episode, Peter and Stephanie dive deep into Katseye and their controversial comeback song, 'Gnarly.' They discuss the group's formation, their identity as a global girl group, and the polarizing reactions to their music video. The conversation explores themes of cultural appropriation, the impact of lyrics, and the evolving landscape of K-p…

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The Rise of Queer Visibility in 2025 Kpop 43:41

17h ago43:41

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In this episode of the K-Pop cast, the hosts discuss the significant rise of queer visibility in K-Pop, focusing on recent coming out stories from idols like Bain (Just B) and Lara (Katseye). They explore the evolving cultural shift towards acceptance and representation of LGBTQ identities within the industry, contrasting the experiences of idols i…

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Xanax, Wine, and Whispers: The Death of Tamla Horsford 1:08:06

1d ago1:08:06

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Send us a text This week on Chambers of the Occult, we’re joined by special guests Brent and Talia from Chillworthy for a crossover unlike any other where they take the wheel and guide us through one of the most chilling and controversial cases in recent true crime history: the death of Tamla Horsford. What was meant to be a casual adult slumber pa…

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EP326: MEOVV, KiiiKiii, Mark, UNIS! 1:35:11

4d ago1:35:11

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SojuTalk is back at it again as we discuss releases from MEOVV, KiiiKiii, Mark, UNIS! As always, the Crew keeps you up to date with all the recent Kpop News/Events. And you know we gonna get hype as we declare this week's Spice King and give our State of the Nation!!! Links ◆Email - [email protected] ◆Discord - discord.gg/3rb74x4 ◆Patreon -…

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Pedagogy of the Depressed 52:41

5d ago52:41

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Join us for an exploration of how and why higher education is evolving with Distinguished Professor, Christopher Schaberg.

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Kpop at Coachella 2025 & KAI Wait On Me Album Review 1:03:49

7d ago1:03:49

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In this episode, the hosts dive into EXO Kai's recent comeback album 'Wait On Me' & K-Pop idol presence at Coachella 2025. The conversation highlights K-Pop's growing acceptance in mainstream music culture and the need for innovative performances to secure its future. Join the Kpopcast Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzx…

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Episode 172: Lauren Herstik Interview (American Vandal, Pearson) 1:10:44

10d ago1:10:44

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In this after-show episode of Dead Pilot Society, we're joined by writer Lauren Herstik, who brought us Camp Friends — a pilot that's had more lives (and deaths) than most scripts could dream of. This one has everything: clown camp trauma, projectile vomit over a salad bar, surrealist puberty freakouts, and a long, winding journey through the chaot…

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EP# 37 Final Curtain Call & The Spotlight from the Shadows: Grady Stiles Jr. the Lobster Boy Pt. 2 & The Van Meter Visitor 1:44:16

8d ago1:44:16

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Send us a text This week on Chambers of the Occult, we bring the curtain down on a killer's final act and light the fuse on one of the strangest cryptid encounters you’ve never heard of. J returns to center ring with Part Two of the chilling saga of Grady Stiles Jr., the infamous Lobster Boy. Now charged with murder, Grady’s life twists even furthe…

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EP325: TWS, Kai, Chuu! 1:44:08

10d ago1:44:08

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SojuTalk is back at it again as we discuss releases from TWS, Kai, Chuu! As always, the Crew keeps you up to date with all the recent Kpop News/Events. And you know we gonna get hype as we declare this week's Spice King and give our State of the Nation!!! Links ◆Email - [email protected] ◆Discord - discord.gg/3rb74x4 ◆Patreon - patreon.com/…

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NCT Mark 1999 Album Review 46:32

11d ago46:32

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In this episode of the K-Pop cast, hosts Stephanie and PD-nim dive into the latest K-Pop releases, focusing on NCT's Mark Lee and his debut solo album 'First Fruit'. They discuss hit replays from XG and From20, analyze the themes and personal reflections in Mark's music, and react to the music video for his title track '1999'. The conversation also…

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Ep. 53- Hitler’s Mein Kampf and the Holocaust with Michael S. Bryand and John J. Michalczyk 1:19:24

11d ago1:19:24

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Send us a text Among the books that many people talk about but few have read, certainly Adolf Hitler’s Mein Kampf is one. But it IS a difficult read. How do we interpret this book? How significant is it? And what does it tell us about the Holocaust? These are some of the questions we tackled in this episode with the editors of a new volume on the s…

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Episode 171: Camp Friends Written by Lauren Herstik (American Vandal, Pearson) 44:42

18d ago44:42

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This month, we have a fantastic dead pilot, Camp Friends, written by Lauren Herstik. You may know Lauren as a writer on American Vandal and Pearson. Camp Friends is about best friends who spend every summer at Camp Wigeon. This is their CIT (counselor-in-training) year, the last before becoming counselors, and the last chance to have the best summe…

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EP# 36 Under the Big Top and Under the Bed: Grady Stiles Jr. the Lobster Boy Pt. 1 & The Tallman Family Haunting 2:00:52

15d ago2:00:52

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Send us a text This week on Chambers of the Occult, we unravel two stories soaked in terror, one beneath the dazzling glow of carnival lights, and the other behind a child's bedroom door. J takes us deep into the twisted origin of Grady Stiles Jr., better known as Lobster Boy. From his 1937 birth in Pittsburgh to a family legacy steeped in ectrodac…

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EP324: XG, NCT Wish, Eunbi! 2:10:27

20d ago2:10:27

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SojuTalk is back at it again as we discuss releases from XG, NCT Wish, and Eunbi! As always, the Crew keeps you up to date with all the recent Kpop News/Events. And you know we gonna get hype as we declare this week's Spice King and give our State of the Nation!!! Links ◆Email - [email protected] ◆Discord - discord.gg/3rb74x4 ◆Patreon - pat…

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Ep. 52- Mengele in South America with Betina Anton 1:18:25

18d ago1:18:25

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Send us a text Many Nazis including Josef Mengele, Adolf Eichmann, Franz Stangl, and Klaus Barbie escaped Europe and fled to South America in an attempt to evade prosecution for their crimes. We know quite a bit about their lives and crimes during the Holocaust but much less about the network of people that supported them in their new lives in Sout…

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Kiss of Life Racist Livestream, NJZ Legal Trouble, and YG Leaker Exposes BlackPink 35:13

21d ago35:13

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In this episode of the K-Pop cast, hosts Stephanie and PD-nim discuss the latest hot topics in the K-Pop industry, including New Jeans' ongoing legal issues, the YG Leaker controversy revealing workplace misconduct at YG Entertainment, and the cultural appropriation concerns surrounding K-Pop groups like Kiss of Life. They also touch on the solo ca…

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EP# 35 Lost, found, and reborn: The Blair Adams Mystery and Sahanti Devi's Past Life 2:00:20

25d ago2:00:20

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Send us a text In this episode of Chambers of the Occult, two stories from opposite sides of the world reveal haunting parallels in the search for truth, closure, and something beyond this life. Kai unravels the unsettling case of Blair Adams, a man who believed someone was after him. His erratic journey from Canada to Tennessee ended in a tragic a…

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EP323: ARTMS, xikers, Kai! 1:53:10

25d ago1:53:10

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SojuTalk is back at it again as we discuss releases from ARTMS, xikers, and Kai! As always, the Crew keeps you up to date with all the recent Kpop News/Events. And you know we gonna get hype as we declare this week's Spice King and give our State of the Nation!!! Links ◆Email - [email protected] ◆Discord - discord.gg/3rb74x4 ◆Patreon - patr…

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Ep. 51- Klaus Barbie and his Trial with Richard J. Golsan 1:13:07

25d ago1:13:07

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Send us a text Klaus Barbie, the Butcher of Lyon, led a terrible and fascinating life, from Nazi torturer to advisor to brutal South American dictatorships. However, unlike many, he was eventually brought to justice for his crimes. In this episode, I talk with Richard J. Golsan about the sensational trial of Klaus Barbie and its effect on the memor…

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EP# 34 Death in the Tropics and Dread in the Trees: The Honolulu Strangler and The Screaming Forests 1:52:04

1M ago1:52:04

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Send us a text In this episode of Chambers of the Occult, J dives into Death in the Tropics—the terrifying true crime case of the Honolulu Strangler, Hawaii’s first known serial killer. Between 1985 and 1986, the island paradise of Oahu was rocked by the disappearances and murders of five women, beginning with Vicky Gale Purdy. The case remains uns…

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EP322: IZNA, NiziU, LE SSERAFIM! 1:51:30

1M ago1:51:30

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SojuTalk is back at it again as we discuss releases from IZNA, NiziU, and LE SSERAFIM! As always, the Crew keeps you up to date with all the recent Kpop News/Events. And you know we gonna get hype as we declare this week's Spice King and give our State of the Nation!!! Links ◆Email - [email protected] ◆Discord - discord.gg/3rb74x4 ◆Patreon …

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Ep. 50- Digital Humanities and the Holocaust with Todd Presner 1:19:25

1M ago1:19:25

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Send us a text How can the digital humanities address and explore the Holocaust? In these days of Chat GPT, we may be rightly wary about the use of computers to analyze the past. However, today’s episode shows how an ethical approach to using computational methods can expand our understanding of the past often by showing us new questions that we ha…

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Old News Nonsense Vol. 13 – Clowns, Crimes, and Canines 1:01:40

1M ago1:01:40

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Send us a text Kai and J are back with more Old News Nonsense—and this volume is serving everything from shaggy dogs to sneaky clowns. To kick things off: the World's Ugliest Dog Contest—a heartwarming (and slightly hairy) celebration of pet adoption that proves beauty is in the eye of the bone-holder. From there, we zoom into Zimbabwe to talk abou…

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Episode 170: Riki Lindhome and Natasha Leggero Interview (Another Period) 1:06:25

1M ago1:06:25

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This is the After Show episode for Buffalo Tens featuring Andrew’s interview with Riki Lindhome and Natasha Leggero (Another Period). It’s also our last episode of MaxFunDrive 2025. If you haven’t joined, boosted or upgraded yet, what are you waiting for?! You’re reading the show notes! You’re obviously a fan! Go to maximum fun.org/join right now! …

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EP321: KiiiKiii, J-Hope, STAYC! 2:35:07

1M ago2:35:07

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SojuTalk is back at it again as we discuss releases from KiiiKiii, J-Hope, STAYC! As always, the Crew keeps you up to date with all the recent Kpop News/Events. And you know we gonna get hype as we declare this week's Spice King and give our State of the Nation!!! Links ◆Email - [email protected] ◆Discord - discord.gg/3rb74x4 ◆Patreon - pat…

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Episode: 169: Buffalo Tens Episode 2 by Riki Lindhome and Natasha Leggero (Another Period) 33:04

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MaxFunDrive 2025 continues with a second episode of Buffalo Tens from Riki Lindhome and Natasha Leggero (Another Period). Fox liked this show about two Matchmakers from Hell in Buffalo, New York enough to order a second episode from Riki and Natasha. And then they passed, but we have revived it and are bringing it to you here!Remember, this is the …

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Ep. 49- Reframing Holocaust Testimony with Noah Shenker 1:31:22

1M ago1:31:22

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Send us a text Many of us have seen or listened to recorded Holocaust survivor testimony. But have we thought about HOW that testimony was created? And what role that process of eliciting testimony might play in the kinds of things survivors talk about it? In this episode, I talked with Noah Shenker about how three different archives approached gat…

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LE SSERAFIM "HOT" Album & MV Review 56:05

1M ago56:05

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In this episode of the Kpopcast, the hosts dive deep into LE SSERAFIM's latest release, discussing their hit replays, the trilogy of EPs, and the themes and visuals of the new song 'Hot'. They analyze the choreography, musical composition, and overall album, sharing insights and personal opinions on the group's sound and style evolution. Join the K…

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Episode 168: Buffalo Tens Episode 1 by Riki Lindhome and Natasha Leggero (Another Period) 36:23

1M ago36:23

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You can support Dead Pilots Society and get access to all of our bonus content, and the bonus content from every other Maximum Fun show, by becoming a member at maximumfun.org/join. And if you're already a member, first of all - thank you!, you can upgrade or boost your membership and get some cool gifts. Go to maximumfun.org/join now!…

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EP# 33 A Nation's Wake-Up Call: The Disappearances of Etan Patz & Adam Walsh | Podcasthon 2025 Special 1:19:57

2M ago1:19:57

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Send us a text For this special episode of Chambers of the Occult, we’re honored to be part of Podcasthon 2025, a powerful event bringing together over a thousand podcasts to support charities making a real impact. This year, we’re shining a light on the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC)—an organization dedicated to finding m…

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EP320: LE SSERAFIM, NMIXX, XG! 1:49:46

2M ago1:49:46

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SojuTalk is back at it again as we discuss releases from LE SSERAFIM, NMIXX, XG, and Say My Name! As always, the Crew keeps you up to date with all the recent Kpop News/Events. And you know we gonna get hype as we declare this week's Spice King and give our State of the Nation!!! Links ◆Email - [email protected] ◆Discord - discord.gg/3rb74x…

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Ep. 48- War Criminals in Australia with Jayne Persian 1:22:19

2M ago1:22:19

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Send us a text Among the flood of displaced persons that washed across Germany after WWII were a large number of perpetrators, particularly from Eastern Europe. They mostly passed unnoticed (and unbothered) by occupation authorities to start new lives elsewhere. A large number of these Holocaust perpetrators arrived in Australia where they not only…

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Exploring J-Hope's 'Sweet Dreams' 42:09

2M ago42:09

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In this episode of the Kpopcast, hosts Peter and Stephanie dive into BTS member J-Hope's latest single 'Sweet Dreams' featuring Miguel. They discuss the song's themes of love and vulnerability, J-Hope's musical evolution, and the significance of collaborations in K-pop. The hosts also analyze the music video, its visual symbolism, and the overall c…

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EP# 32: Cold Lies & Gold Ties: The Death of Caylee Anthony & Carlingford’s Leprechaun Cavern 1:38:55

2M ago1:38:55

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Send us a text In this episode of Chambers of the Occult, Kai and J take you on a journey through two tales—one of heartbreak and deception, the other of mystery and legend. First, Kai delves into the case of Caylee Anthony, a little girl whose disappearance gripped the nation. With a mother whose ever-changing stories raised more questions than an…

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EP319: Jennie, Seulgi, J-Hope, Yeji! 2:29:08

2M ago2:29:08

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SojuTalk is back at it again as we discuss releases from Jennie, Seulgi, J-Hope, and Yeji! As always, the Crew keeps you up to date with all the recent Kpop News/Events. And you know we gonna get hype as we declare this week's Spice King and give our State of the Nation!!! Links ◆Email - [email protected] ◆Discord - discord.gg/3rb74x4 ◆Patr…

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Ep. 47- A Nazi in the Family with Kai Hoess 1:00:59

2M ago1:00:59

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Send us a text What is it like to have a Nazi in the family? What if that Nazi was Rudolf Hoess, the commandant of Auschwitz? One of the least studied areas of Holocaust history is the ways in which the families and descendants of former Nazis engage with their family history. I am very grateful to be joined on this week’s podcast by Kai Hoess, gra…

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BlackPink Lisa’s First Album Alter Ego 41:32

2M ago41:32

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AI-generated summary: In this episode the hosts dive deep into Lisa's debut studio album, 'Alter Ego,' and the title track 'Fuck Up the World.' They discuss G-Dragon's comeback, the evolution of Lisa's career, and the reception of her new album. The conversation explores the themes of the album, the lyrics of the title track, and the choreography a…

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EP# 31 A Killers Glow & The Screaming House: O Bandido da Luz Vermelha and The Screaming House of Union, Missouri 1:55:19

2M ago1:55:19

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Send us a text In this episode of Chambers of the Occult, we delve into two terrifying tales—one of a ruthless criminal whose reign of terror cast a red glow over Brazil and another of a house so horrifying that people refused to walk past it. First, J takes us into the dark streets of São Paulo, where a masked predator known as O Bandido da Luz Ve…

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EP318: G-Dragon, Lisa, Young Posse! 1:47:47

2M ago1:47:47

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SojuTalk is back at it again as we discuss releases from G-Dragon, Lisa, Young Posse! As always, the Crew keeps you up to date with all the recent Kpop News/Events. And you know we gonna get hype as we declare this week's Spice King and give our State of the Nation!!! Links ◆Email - [email protected] ◆Discord - discord.gg/3rb74x4 ◆Patreon -…

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Ep. 46- Nazi Architecture with Paul Jaskot 1:15:11

2M ago1:15:11

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Send us a text Architecture (and architects) played a critical role in not just the Third Reich, but also the Holocaust. Nazi architects helped embody the Nazi worldview in their monumental work but also in the designs of concentration camps. They were willing collaborators in the use of slave labor and, ultimately, in the construction of the appar…

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EP# 30 Up in Smoke & Down in Hell: The Sodder Children & Houska Castle 1:55:56

2M ago1:55:56

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Send us a text In this episode of Chambers of the Occult, we delve into two unsettling mysteries that blur the line between the known and the unknown. First, Kai takes us back to Christmas Eve 1945, when a devastating fire consumed the Sodder family home in West Virginia. But when the embers cooled, an eerie question remained—where were the bodies …

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Jennie & Doechii's 'ExtraL': Blackpink Star's Bold Rap Collab Breaks K-pop Boundaries 59:40

2M ago59:40

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In this episode of K-popcast, hosts Peter, Stephanie, and Michaela analyze Blackpink's Jennie and Doechii's collaboration on "ExtraL." They discuss the significance of this cross-cultural partnership between two artists at similar career stages—Jennie having recently established her label (Odd Atelier) after leaving YG Entertainment as a solo artis…

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Episode 167: John Enbom Interview(Party Down, Veronica Mars) 1:17:37

2M ago1:17:37

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We have another live show coming up soon. It’s on Sunday March 16th at 2:00 and at the Elysian Theater in Los Angeles, and we will be reading not one but two episodes of a hilarious dead pilot or I guess a dead show, written by and starring the incredible Riki Lindhome and Natasha Leggero. Riki and Natasha co-created and starred in the Comedy Centr…

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EP317: Hearts2Hearts, ZEROBASEONE, ONF! 1:58:21

2M ago1:58:21

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SojuTalk is back at it again as we discuss releases from Hearts2Hearts, ZEROBASEONE, ONF, Jennie, and KiiiKiii! As always, the Crew keeps you up to date with all the recent Kpop News/Events. And you know we gonna get hype as we declare this week's Spice King and give our State of the Nation!!! Links ◆Email - [email protected] ◆Discord - dis…

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Ep. 45- Jewish Resistance in Germany with Wolf Gruner 1:16:03

2M ago1:16:03

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Send us a text How did Jews in Germany resist the Nazis? What were the choices that they made to stand up against the regime where its authoritarian power was greatest? In this episode, I talk with Wolf Gruner about his research on this topic and his surprising discovery of the extent of resistance by Jewish Germans in the heart of the Nazi state. …

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Single's Inferno Season 4: A Deep Dive 1:08:22

2M ago1:08:22

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AI-generated summary: In this episode, the hosts discuss the finale of Single's Inferno Season 4, sharing their thoughts on the characters, relationships, and standout moments. They also recommend K-Pop songs in their Hit Replay segment, highlighting the latest tracks from Chungha and Jisoo. The conversation delves into the dynamics of the contesta…

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Episode 166: Rich Dan Poor Dan written by John Enbom (Party Down, Veronica Mars)) 45:42

2M ago45:42

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John also wrote on Veronica Mars, iZombie, and Benched. This pilot has that unique Enbom touch. Rich Dan, Poor Dan was recorded live in front of an audience at the Elysian Theatre in Los Angeles. Our cast was Ryan Hansen (Party Down) as Danny, Martin Starr (Party Down, Silicon Valley) as Daniel, Zoe Chao (Party Down) as Marnie, Olivia Liang (Kung F…

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EP316: Jisoo, Chungha, KiiiKiii! 1:57:55

2M ago1:57:55

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SojuTalk is back at it again as we discuss releases from Jisoo, Chungha, and KiiiKiii! As always, the Crew keeps you up to date with all the recent Kpop News/Events. And you know we gonna get hype as we declare this week's Spice King and give our State of the Nation!!! Links ◆Email - [email protected] ◆Discord - discord.gg/3rb74x4 ◆Patreon …

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All the See You Tomorrows 51:06

3M ago51:06

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Can we every truly 'go home again?' Can we ever revisit or recapture 'who we were' as kids? Join us for a conversation with author, William Lychack and his novel, Cargill Falls.By J. Bradley Minnick

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