Best Matt And Karen Smith Podcasts (2025)

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Pre-Operative Geri Assessment: Vicky Tang and Houman Javedan 43:49

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We love getting requests from listeners for podcast topics. This request came from geriatricians we met at the annual American Geriatrics Society meeting in Chicago. They wanted to know more about what a geriatrician should do in a pre-operative risk assessment. So we invited Vicky Tang and Houman Javedan, two geriatricians and leaders in the pre-o…

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Bonus Bang: Wainscotting, Entrée PeeE Neur & Italiano Jones (David Wain, Ego Nwodim, Carl Tart) 1:10:55

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It’s Medical Police week on Comedy Bang! Bang! Medical Police co-creator/co-director David Wain rushes his way from a pizzeria and joins Scott to talk all about the Children's Hospital spin-off now available on Netflix. Then, Entrée PeeE Neur returns to pitch some new inventions. Later, lawyer Italiano Jones drops by to prove that he will fight for…

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Dr. K on Fixing Your Anxiety, Redpill Men Are Good, & Beating Cheap Dopamine 2:43:06

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YERRR – the boys linked up with Healthy Gamer GG for a marathon deep dive into the mind, ego, and trauma. Dr. K makes this episode part therapy, part philosophy, part “bro-yap,” and it gets real.Dr. Alok Kanojia and the boys are talking:– Mid-life crisis and almost becoming a monk– Emotional baggage, procrastination, and why diagnoses don’t always …

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Episode 74: Making Math Relevant. A Conversation with Jo Boaler. 44:35

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Dr. Jo Boaler shares her groundbreaking work in mathematics education, exploring how beliefs shape learning and how we can transform math instruction to help every student succeed. • Starting her career in London schools where she discovered anyone can learn math with the right opportunities • Joining Stanford and later collaborating with Carol Dwe…

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Breast Cancer, Sharing Microphones, and Loving Animals with Felicia Folkes 56:35

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Felicia Folkes is here on this week’s Steph Infection! Felcia talks to Steph about her love for Susan, Steph’s new studio plant, and her journey and recovery with breast cancer over the last few years. Ready to say yes to saying no? Make the switch at MINTMOBILE.com/STEPH Upfront payment of $45 required (equivalent to $15/mo.). Limited time new cus…

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Warrior Women & RJ Stewart: Xena and Gabrielle's Impact on 90s TV 1:21:33

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Join hosts Sharon Johnson and Susan Lambert Hatem for an exciting episode as they take an in-depth look at the legendary 90s TV show, Xena: Warrior Princess. This episode features special guests RJ Stewart, head writer and co-creator of the series, and Anna Schekel, an artist and lifelong Xena fan. The discussion covers the evolution and impact of …

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Be Our Geft (Gareth Reynolds, Carl Tart, Hannah Pilkes) 1:21:36

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This week, Gareth Reynolds joins Scott to talk about his eleven years in podcasting, his fear of being lobotomized, and his new podcast, Next We Have. Then, private detective The Chief returns to update us on the whereabouts of Carmen Sandiego. Next, A Girl Who Had The Craziest Night drops by to recount her escapades. And finally, we get a visit fr…

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S04E45 - Resurrecting Dire Wolves and Moa Bad Ideas 47:29

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We discuss the sketchy "science by press release" of Colossal Biosciences and the controversies lurking in the history of its lead scientist. Have they resurrected dire wolves? No. Definitely not. If only overblown celebrity endorsed hype was the only problem… Did they make a Dire Wolf? (Spoiler: NOT EVEN REMOTELY CLOSE) George Church's explanation…

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Jimmy Kimmel FIRED, & Charlie Kirk Reaction w/ Mark Normand 2:10:03

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YERRR – the boys brought in the assassin Mark Normand and things got hilariously unhinged real quick.BUT FIRST, Akaash, Alexx and Mark discuss Jimmy Kimmel's indefinite suspension from TV and what it means.All that and way more on this week’s episode of FLAGRANT. INDULGE.Want 🔥 YouTube title options for this one too?0:00 – Intro0:10 - Reaction to J…

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What Makes a Good Death? Karen Steinhauser, Rasa Mikelyte, Edison Vidal 48:50

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What is a “good death”? How should we define it, and who gets to decide? Is the concept of a “good death” even useful? Twenty-five years ago, Karen Steinhauser published a groundbreaking study in JAMA that transformed my understanding of what it means to have a good death and questioned the usefulness of the term itself. This study examined the fac…

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Bonus Bang: Live at the Bell House Pt 1 (Hot 4 Scott) 2:09:12

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This week we've reached the final episode in our "Hot 4 Scott" series, featuring Adam Scott. Recorded live at the Bell House in Brooklyn, NY, Scott is joined by Jason Mantzoukas, Adam Scott, Big Chunky Bubbles, John Lennon, and Silver Screen Sammy to celebrate the release of Comedy Bang! Bang! The Podcast: The Book. (Originally released as episode …

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Episode 73: Finding Your Family's Learning Path. A Conversation with Elle Rowley. 47:22

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Elle Rowley shares her transformative journey from struggling high school student to successful entrepreneur and educational innovator creating alternative learning environments for children in her community. Through personal experience and experimentation, she's developed a thriving microschool model that prioritizes curiosity, community, and chil…

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Back Injuries, Vision Boards, and Skunks with Jay Mohr 1:12:42

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Jay Mohr is here on this week’s Steph Infection! Steph talks to Jay about the back pain she’s dealing with, having raccoons and skunks as pets, Jay makes a case to be Susan’s godfather, and much much more! Make this summer your healthiest yet with Green Chef. Head to https://www.greenchef/50STEPH and use code 50STEPH to get 50% off your first month…

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Peter Attia on Growing Muscle Fast, Danger of Cold Plunge, & How You Are Ruining Your Testosterone 1:57:16

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YERRR – the boys sat down with Dr. Peter Attia to break down the real science behind longevity, healthspan, and why most “biohacks” are straight-up BS.We’re talkin’:– Cold plunges, Zyn, fasting & the truth about supplements– Creatine, caffeine, cholesterol, and sperm counts (!?)– Stem cells, TRT, peptides, and the fake science behind the hype– How …

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Polly Wolly Cule (Lisa Gilroy, Jacob Wysocki, Charlie McCrackin) 1:18:24

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LA radio personality Wiz Bang, cowboy Rusty “Hawkeyes” Tutherford, and an AI reimagined being, Burlesque Ives, join Scott for a CBB Roundtable. In this very 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 Comedy…

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S04E44 Ghost Hunting 1975 57:05

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We take a look at a fascinating slice of paranormal history in the form of a 1975 BBC documentary The Ghost Hunters. How much has changed in paranormal research since 1975? Not much, after a fashion… Anybody know something about these plastic pub barrels from the 1970s? Show Notes: Benson Herbert - ghost hunter Andrew Green - the Spectre Inspector …

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Medical Billing and Coding with the "Billing Boys" 47:38

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A podcast on medical billing and coding??? Ok, hear us out as we were skeptical too. We’ve invited the Billing Boys, Chris Jones and Phil Rodgers, who convinced us of the following: Billing is complicated, but it isn’t hard. Effectively billing helps pay for the interprofessional team members who often can't bill We should know our worth and bill f…

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Bonus Bang: Adam Scott, Matt Besser, Monika Smith, Toni Charline (Hot 4 Scott) 1:39:46

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This week we've reached our penultimate episode in our "Hot 4 Scott" Bonus Bang series. Originally titled "Olafer Only", Adam Scott joins Scott for a pre-Emmys check-in as they talk about the making of "Severance", his one-of-a-kind tuxedo, and who he will be inviting to the Emmys. Then, Olaf’s Middle Part from Frozen stops by to talk about separat…

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Are You Garbage on Phillies Karen, Airplane Etiquette, & Nasty Hotel Stories 1:43:41

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YERRR – the boys are in full garbage mode this week, diving into bad habits, Philly chaos, and BBQ betrayals.We’re talkin’:– Akaash getting diesel in grandma’s garage– Taking leftovers, ghosting dinners, and tipping drama– Hawaiian shirts, Philly ball snatchers, and dessert cucking– Classy joints, tour bus budgets, and the ultimate garbage beer tas…

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Jordan’s New Special, Advice from Steph, and Psychics with Jordan Jensen 43:10

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Jordan Jensen is back on this week’s Steph Infection! Jordan talks to Steph all about her new Netflix special TAKE ME WITH YOU which is available to stream NOW! Make sure to check it out!! Follow @Steph_Tolev and @Steph_Infection_Podcast on Instagram. Send in your body stories to be featured on the pod! See Steph Live!! KEEPIN EM HARD 2025 Tour US …

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Season 4 Premiere | Epic 90s Challenge: Xena vs Buffy TV Showdown 32:03

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"Listeners, what would be the answer for you? Is it Buffy or Xena?” Welcome to Season Four of 80s TV Ladies with hosts Sharon Johnson and Susan Lambert Hatem. In this episode, we dive into a nostalgic showdown between two iconic 90s TV heroines: Xena, the Warrior Princess, and Buffy, the Vampire Slayer. Susan and Sharon discuss the origins, cultura…

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Episode 72: Getting High School Right. A Conversation with Chad Carlson. 52:20

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Chad Carlson shares how One Stone Lab School uses human-centered design to transform education by treating students as end users rather than products. He describes their unique approach that removes traditional grades, subjects, and bells in favor of personalized growth frameworks that prepare students for the real world. • One Stone's origin story…

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Group Soup (Asif Ali, Lily Sullivan, Tim Baltz, Greg Hess) 1:26:50

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This week, Asif Ali returns to clear the air with Scott and discuss the upcoming second season of “Deli Boys”. Then, boat boys McGarth Darby and Harris Teeter drop by to announce their upcoming barbecue. Finally, folk singer Glen Plapinger joins to serenade the group with his dulcet tones and interesting political takes. Don’t forget to check out t…

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S04E43 - Big Foot and Van Meter 43:21

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Blake catches Karen up on his current research projects: The four-wall tour dates of the PGF, and a contextual look at the Van Meter Visitor. Neither of these projects are finished but he is excited to share what he's been working on. Dolemite is mentioned favorably. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--…

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Is Geriatrics-focused Primary Care (GeriPACT) Better? A Podcast with Nicki Hastings, Kristie Hsu, and Ken Covinsky 46:08

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On today’s podcast, we talk about an innovative specialized primary care model for older veterans called the Geriatric Patient Aligned Care Team (GeriPACT) program. It’s designed with smaller patient panels and enhanced social worker and pharmacist involvement, and its approach is aimed at improving care and outcomes for our aging population. We un…

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Bonus Bang: Adam Scott, Will Hines, Suzi Barrett (Hot 4 Scott) 1:29:24

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This week's Bonus Bang is the second in our Hot 4 Scott series. Originally titled, "From Candy Boy To TV Boy", friend of the show Adam Scott joins Scott to talk about the U2 biopic announcement, the first ‘sclusie behind the Party Down revival, and the alternate titles for his Apple TV+ show Severance. Then, shoe designer Thomas Mashed-Potatoes sto…

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Ex-CIA Explains China’s Superpower Rise, Israel/Hamas, and Epstein’s FBI Ties | Andrew Bustamante 2:29:49

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YERRR – this week the boys go deep state mode with an unfiltered look at the CIA, Mossad, and America’s relationship with Israel. From Epstein’s real role, to Trump’s chaotic intel briefings, to why Oct 7th caught everyone off guard—this one’s full spy thriller meets Flagrant insanity.If you’ve ever wondered what’s really going on behind the curtai…

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Fleas, Nashville, and Karen Airlines with Libbie Higgins 1:00:08

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Libbie Higgins is here on this week’s Steph Infection! Steph and Libbie talk about dealing with a flea infestation, life and comedy in Nashville, experiences with air travel, navigating weight loss, and much much more! Follow @Steph_Tolev and @Steph_Infection_Podcast on Instagram. Send in your body stories to be featured on the pod! See Steph Live!…

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FRIENDSHIP, LAUGHTER, AND LEGENDARY LADIES | OUR SEASON 4 PREVIEW 8:24

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“It’s not just because it’s a masterclass in comedy or because it has one of the greatest television theme songs of all time, I think it’s because it’s about friendship.” Get ready for a brand new season of 80s TV Ladies! In this special sneak peek, hosts Sharon Johnson and Susan Lambert Hatem dish out all the details on what’s coming up in Season …

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Double Buggle (Kyle Mooney, Beck Bennett, Anna Bezahler, Isabella Escalante) 1:30:56

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This week, Scott welcomes back Kyle Mooney and Beck Bennett. The three discuss Kyle’s album “The Real Me”, Beck’s appearance in “Superman”, and their new podcast, “What’s Our Podcast?”. Then, entrepreneurs Austin and Tony return to discuss the rebuilding of their brand. Finally, Brian and Brundan Buggle stop by to chat about the New York City touri…

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S04E42 You Don't Know Jackalopes 34:41

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Blake is joined by regular contributor Matt Baxter, and special guest Kara Van Hoose from the Colorado Department of Parks and Wildlife to discuss the (not that mysterious) outbreak of "tentacle bunnies" in Colorado this summer. News reports of "rabbits with tentacles" Deer wasting disease (zombie deer) "Colorado Cannibal" Alfred Packer Colorado Pa…

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Charlamagne tha God on Taylor Swift Engagement, Lil Nas X Arrested, & If Trump is Dying 1:59:33

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YERRR – this week the boys go fully unhinged. From Lil Nas X stunts to Trump possibly dying, it’s chaos in every direction. – Taylor Swift’s engagement – Trump, Putin, Epstein out the cycle – Gavin Newsom’s PR glow-up – AI Will Smith, Jada & Tupac, Atlanta legends, and more Plus: Cracker Barrel controversy, flag burning, and why gingers might actua…

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Do Dementia Care Management Programs Work? A Podcast with David Reuben and Greg Sachs 48:11

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With all the attention focused on Alzheimer's biomarkers and amyloid antibodies, it’s easy to forget that comprehensive dementia care is more than blood draws and infusions. On today’s podcast, we buck this trend and dive into the complexities and challenges of comprehensive dementia care with the authors of two pivotal articles recently published …