Best Lateral With Tom Scott Podcasts (2025)

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144: Let's visit Greenland! 55:15

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Iszi Lawrence, Dani Siller and Bill Sunderland face questions about miniature marines, technical techniques and prudent procedures. LATERAL is a comedy panel game podcast about weird questions with wonderful answers, hosted by Tom Scott. For business enquiries, contestant appearances or question submissions, visit https://lateralcast.com. HOST: Tom…

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The Abbotts: The Yellow Chip (EP0326) 35:52

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Release Date: January 24, 2011 Pat Abbott goes to Las Vegas at the request of the government to find a secret formula. Original Air Date: February 20, 1955 (AFRTS Rebroadcast.) Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, …

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Madsen Ave: Tribute to Michael Madsen (25 Sept 1957- 3 July 2025) RIP 23:47

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On July 3rd 2025, actor Michael Madsen passed away at the age of 67. With hundreds of acting credits to his name, some will remember him as the sadistic Mr Blond in Quentin Tarantino's Reservoir Dogs , for others, the gangster Sonny Black from Donnie Brasco or if you're our co-host Scott it's Glen Greenwood foster father extraordinaire in Free Will…

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2322 FBF: Corruption at the World Bank with Karen Hudes Whistleblower and Former Attorney with the World Bank & Export Import Bank of the US 53:46

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 345, published last November 5, 2013. Karen Hudes studied law at Yale Law School and economics at the University of Amsterdam. She worked in the US Export Import Bank of the US from 1980-1985 and in the Legal Department of the World Bank from 1986-2007. She established the Non Governmental Organization Committe…

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Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Woodward Manilla Matter (EP0325) 33:36

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Release Date: January 21, 2011 Johnny Dollar goes to the Philippines to investigate the theft of $75,000. Original Air Date: November 25, 1950 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 G…

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Sherlock Holmes: The Singular Affair of the Dying Schoolboys (EP0324) 33:46

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Release Date: January 20, 2011 A man hires Holmes to investigate the death of his young brother at an exclusive boarding school run by an odd doctor. Original Air Date: November 9, 1946 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net Mail a donation to: Adam…

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2321: Trump's Big Beautiful Bill: Revolutionizing Real Estate Investing and Saving on Taxes 31:05

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Jason presents Travis King, CEO of Realm, a real estate investor collective, focusing on the "Big Beautiful Bill" and its positive implications for real estate investors. They discuss specific provisions like accelerated depreciation and the permanent grandfathering of Opportunity Zones, highlighting their role in attracting capital back into the m…

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Let George Do It: One Chance at the World (EP0323) 36:28

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Release Date: January 19, 2011 George tries to help a man who was just released from prison understand the cause of his wife’s death. Then the man who accidentally hit his wife is shot and the man disappears. Original Air Date: August 8, 1949 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at htt…

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Nero Wolfe: The Case of the Impolite Corpse (EP0322) 32:01

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Release Date: January 18, 2011 Nero Wolfe investigates the murder of a despised boss with a nasty desposition. Original Air Date: December 8, 1950 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 837…

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Wylie Dufresne and the Platonic Pizza Ideal 47:22

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2001 Food & Wine Best New Chef and Stretch Pizza impresario Wylie Dufresne joins Tinfoil Swans to talk about his job lording over the ice truck at the New York Renaissance Festival, how team sports inform his work ethic, what the heck molecular gastronomy actually is, and why the pursuit of the perfect pizza dough has him so fired up. Learn more ab…

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Top Gun Racing?: F1 (2025) 28:06

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Brad Pitt is back again playing a racing ronin in Jerry Bruckheimer’s 200ish million-dollar Formula one racing film F1. Does this film hold poll position? or was it a "Did Not Finish"? Also Scott finds out Brad Pitt is an actor. Read our written review www.cambridgetoday.ca Talk to us Goose www.howdyoulikethatmovie.com…

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The Abbotts: The Rickshaw-Red Lipstick (EP0321) 33:27

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Release Date: January 17, 2011 A crew man on a ship travelling to Europe with food supplies thinks something is wrong and asks Pat to look into it. Original Air Date: January 30, 1955 1957 AFRTS Transcription Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net M…

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2320 FBF: Adapting to Change with Jared Diamond Pulitzer-Prize Winning Author of ‘Guns, Germs and Steel’ & ‘The World Until Yesterday’ 1:10:39

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This Flashback Friday and 10th show is from episode 340, published last Sep 25, 2013. Renowned author, physiologist, evolutionary biologist and bio geographer, Dr. Jared Diamond, joins Jason Hartman for a discussion of his newest book, The World Until Yesterday. Dr. Diamond’s unique background has shaped his integrated version of human history. He …

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Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Nora Faulkner Matter (EP0320) 33:24

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Release Date: January 14, 2011 Johnny is sent out to Los Angeles to investigate a woman who wants to take out a $200,000 life insurance policy. Original Air Date: November 18, 1950 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net Mail a donation to: Adam Grah…

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143: Mind-altering coasters 53:05

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Stuart Laws, Bella Hull and Olaf Falafel face questions about pally pretzels, pesky pets and prairie programmes. LATERAL is a comedy panel game podcast about weird questions with wonderful answers, hosted by Tom Scott. For business enquiries, contestant appearances or question submissions, visit https://lateralcast.com. HOST: Tom Scott. QUESTION PR…

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Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Original Hamlet (EP0319) 36:58

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Release Date: January 13, 2011 A man who is nearly run over by a carriage tells Watson that he’s being haunted by a ghost. Original Air Date: November 2, 1946 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Bois…

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2319: Housing Market SHOCKER: Why It's NOT 2008 (The REAL Reason Home Sales are Down) 32:23

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Jason discussed concerns about Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell's leadership and the current state of the housing market, including analysis of historical relationships between housing supply and economic downturns. He explored various market conditions, including the impact of interest rates, inventory levels, and differences between single-fam…

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Let George Do It: The Perfect Alibi (EP0318) 34:17

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Release Date: January 12, 2011 The wife of a gangster who despises him, hires George to prove her husband innocent. Original Air Date: August 1, 1949 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho …

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Nero Wolfe: The Friendly Rabbit (EP0317) 34:59

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Release Date: January 11, 2011 Nero Wolfe ventures forth from the brownstone at the behest of the Governor to investigate potential corruption in the crime commission. Original Air Date: December 1, 1950 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net Mail a…

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Ana and Lydia Castro and the Tortilla Full of Beauty 59:37

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2022 Food & Wine Best New Chef Ana Castro and her sister and business partner Lydia Castro are powerhouse duo behind New Orleans' beloved Acamaya. They're not just redefining contemporary Mexican cuisine — they’re reshaping what it means to lead with vulnerability, resilience, and fierce sibling love. In this conversation they dive deep into their …

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The Adventures of the Abbotts: The Royal Purple Scooter (EP0316) 35:13

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Release Date: January 10, 2011 Pat Abbott is hired to investigate the death of a man in a car wreck. The insurance company thinks it was caused by a faulty, but Pat Abbot suspects murder. (Picture: Courtesy of Digital Deli.) Original Air Date: January 23, 1955 (1957 AFRTS rebroadcast) Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net …

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Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Adam Kegg Matter (EP0315) 31:30

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Release Date: January 07, 2011 Johnny Dollar is called in to find an insured stolen necklace. Originial Air Date: November 11, 1950 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Give us a ca…

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Sherlock Holmes: The Clue of the Hungry Cat (EP0314) 34:26

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Release Date: January 06, 2011 A man is convicted of murdering a woman, but Holmes believes otherwise when he founds the victim’s cat wasn’t fed. Original Air Date: October 26, 1946 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net Mail a donation to: Adam Gra…

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2318 FBF: Commodities Investing with Dr. Chris Kacher & Gil Morales Managing Directors of VirtueOfSelfishInvesting.com 44:16

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This is Flashback Friday is from episode275 published last August 29, 2012. While the last several years have seen huge losses for most investors in stocks, it has provided some valuable insights and allowed development of new concepts for stock investing. Jason Hartman talks with Dr. Chris Kacher and Gil Morales, principles and managing directors …

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A Lust for Life: 28 Years Later (2025) with Media Critic Heidy Morales. 37:32

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Boots—boots—boots—boots—movin' up and down again!” The summer of sequels continues with the third instalment of the 28 series which began in 2002 with 28 Days Later and followed up with 28 Weeks Later in 2007. Years brings back the original team behind 28 Days with director Danny Boyle (Trainspotting, Slumdog Millionaire), writer Alex Garland (Ex M…

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Let George Do It: Laura’s House (EP0313) 31:36

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Release Date: January 05, 2011 George and Brooksie are summoned to a house rumored to be haunted by a distraught woman who fears an evil house is influencing its owners. They arrive to find their client dead. Is it natural causes or murder? Original Air Date: July 25, 1949 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the …

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142: The inverted tree 42:22

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Sam Denby, Adam Chase and Ben Doyle face questions about hilarious horrors, renamed ranks and portable plaques. LATERAL is a comedy panel game podcast about weird questions with wonderful answers, hosted by Tom Scott. For business enquiries, contestant appearances or question submissions, visit https://lateralcast.com. HOST: Tom Scott. QUESTION PRO…

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2317: Beyond the Headlines: Edward Dowd Exposes Unseen Health & Economic Data 37:46

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Greeting's from Saint Thomas Island! Jason's on the Real Estate Guys' Investor Summit at Sea cruise and reminds his listeners to sign up for the FREE MASTERCLASS every second Wednesday of the month! https://jasonhartman.com/wednesday Jason and Edward Dowd discussed the book "Cause Unknown: The Epidemic of Sudden Deaths" and its focus on the increas…

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Nero Wolfe: The Beautiful Archer (EP0312) 33:56

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Release Date: January 04, 2011 A young heir is killed while sitting in a car with his ex-girlfriend. Is she the murderer? Original Air Date: November 24, 1950 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Bois…

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Encore: Guy Fieri and the Flying Mustard Jar 44:36

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In our debut episode, Food & Wine's executive features editor Kat Kinsman spoke with the one and only chef Guy Fieri. He's become a household name as a restaurateur, cookbook author, host of Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, Guy's Grocery Games, Tournament of Champions and more smash-hit shows — and in recent years, as a mega-philanthropist who has rai…

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Thin Man: The Adventure of the Haunted Hams (EP0311) 33:04

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Release Date: January 04, 2011 A young heir is killed while sitting in a car with his ex-girlfriend. Is she the murderer? Original Air Date: November 24, 1950 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Bois…

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Pointe and Shoe(T): From the World of John Wick: Ballerina (2025) 30:11

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She's a maniac on the floor; literally. Ana de Armas is a orphan Eve Macarro who has been trained by the Ruska Roma in the fine art of dance and death. Was it "en pointe" ? Tune in to find out in the latest addition to the John Wick franchise Read our written review for the Cambridge Times here www.cambridgetoday.ca Talk to us Goose www.howdyoulike…

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2316 FBF: The Financial Health of America’s Social Classes with Dr. H. Woody Brock Author of ‘American Gridlock’ 1:02:02

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 283 published last October 26, 2012. Between 1980 and 2000, the wealth of our nation grew enormously. Interest rates dropped, dot com businesses grew, and then the housing market was rocketing. We then went into a tricky period where overall net worth grew a bit until the dot com crash; the middle class was sus…

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Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Queen Anne Pistols Matter (EP0310)|Mystery Audio Drama 36:09

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Release Date: December 31, 2010 A pair of pistols is ensured for $15,000 with the policy terminating on delivery. The intended recipients refuse and that’s when the case starts to get interesting. Original Air Date: November 4, 1950 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at https://suppo…

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141: The world's longest poem 50:27

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Matt Gray, Daniel Peake and Charlotte Yeung face questions about slovenly sales, mystery meat and risky rabbits. LATERAL is a comedy panel game podcast about weird questions with wonderful answers, hosted by Tom Scott. For business enquiries, contestant appearances or question submissions, visit https://lateralcast.com. HOST: Tom Scott. QUESTION PR…

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Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Black Angus (EP0309) 34:57

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Release Date: December 30, 2010 A son of a Scottish Lord breaks off his engagement and the jilted bride hires Holmes to find out the reason why. Holmes and Watson find themselves involved a mystery involving an ancient curse and rumors of werewolves. Original Air Date: October 19, 1946 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net…

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2315: The Tax Advantage: Unlock Your Real Estate Riches with Scott Saunders 37:20

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Jason focuses on income property as the most tax-favored asset class in America, including discussion of tax-saving opportunities like the 1031 exchange for investors. He promotes the availability of free monthly masterclasses on jasonhartman.com/Wednesday for listeners to register and attend. JasonHartman.com/Wednesday Jason then introduces Scott …

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Let George Do It: The Next to Last Guest (EP0308) 32:53

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Release Date: December 29, 2010 An elderly man hires George to see to the distribution of his securities to his three heirs goes off without a hitch. George finds out quickly that things aren’t what they seem when one of the benficiaries commits suicide. Original Air Date: June 20, 1949 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.ne…

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Nero Wolfe: The Careless Cleaner (EP0307) 34:18

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Release Date: December 28, 2010 A beautiful cleaning woman is found murdered in the room of an aritst with his marriage on the rocks. Original Air Date: November 17, 1950 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box…

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Karen Akunowicz and the Compliment That Changed Her Life 52:22

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25 years ago, James Beard Award-winning chef and Top Chef alum Karen Akunowicz received a compliment from a Food & Wine Best New Chef that changed her entire career path. On this episode, she opened up about her journey from musical theater kid and hardworking diner waitress to acclaimed restaurateur, the power of embracing her queer identity, the …

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ASKITA E175 Interview with Josh Wilk, Founder of Renew Democracy 250. 1:04:51

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In this episode of ASKITA, John gets asinine about our personal growth as it relates to American Democracy. This is a non-partisan episode that will get you thinking about how you engage in our political system. If you are stressed, anxious and looking for like minded poeple who care about community, you especially don't want to miss it. John intro…