Best pipedream Podcasts (2025)

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Dr. Joe Romm says the hydrogen economy is a pipedream 1:03:07

10d ago1:03:07

1:03:07

In this episode I’m discussing energy, specifically hydrogen and nuclear with a leading environmentalist author. His recent book the Hype about Hydrogen (revised) highlights the seemingly intractable problems with a Hydrogen economy. He’s also publishing a whitepaper highlighting the high costs of SMRs and touting renewables as the cheapest solutio…

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182: Xonor - Anti-Gov Thrash Metal with Donagh 2:05:40

6d ago2:05:40

2:05:40

Donagh from the Swiss Thrash-Metal band, Xonor, joins Nathan and B.R to discuss all things band related, controversy in the European metal scene to their message, the evolution of the band, Donagh's military service in Switzerland, his Irish roots, the state of gun rights in Switzerland, encounters with the law while filming music videos and much m…

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181: Starting Basic Fitness & Bigfoot Avoidance Tactics 1:37:31

13d ago1:37:31

1:37:31

Joining Nathan for an irreverent roundtable on starting and succeeding with basic fitness is Noah of Clean Muscle LLC, alongside Idaho Gym owner Lance, a different Phil, and Jose the Mexican surgeon. The gang discuss fitness 101, eldritch horrors in the woods, working out to avoid being taken advantage of by Bigfoot, Psychedelics being used as medi…

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Heart Eyes (Movie Review) 41:50

15d ago41:50

41:50

Dan and Lexcee went to see Heart Eyes and here's there review! Patreon Merch TikTok Bsky Instagram Pipedream podcasts SpreakerBy Pipedream Podcasts

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A look at the parties and leaders in Canada's federal election 34:36

17d ago34:36

34:36

Welcome to my Canadian election review podcast. As of the time of this episode Canada is just a couple weeks away and the Rational View is here to provide you with a rundown on the major parties. In Canada we have two major parties, the Liberals and the Conservatives who are the only parties who have ever won elections, plus a third party, the New …

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Why am I me and not you? An exploration of physicalism 26:05

24d ago26:05

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Life is chaotic right now, people are worried, all you hear on social media is conflict and crazy. Time to step back, relax, and go on a journey with me into philosophy of the mind. Let’s meditate a bit and disconnect from the reset of modern civilization. Why am I seeing the world only from within Al Scott’s head? Why am I me and not you? Why do y…

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180: Open Source Defense with Chuck & Kareem 1:45:12

29d ago1:45:12

1:45:12

Chuck and Kareem from Open Source Defense join Nathan and B.R. this week to dive into what OSD and Open Source Capital is all about! They unpack their mantra of "100% Gun Rights, 0% Culture War," explaining its meaning, the origin story of Open Source Defense, the broader team working behind the scenes, and how their day jobs in tech and profession…

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Why did adventurer Miles Spencer retrace the journey of Lawrence of Arabia? 33:51

1M ago33:51

33:51

Miles Spencer is a father and a mentor of tech founders. He says the similarities in those jobs are remarkable. He founded, financed, built and exited three digital media companies. Prior to that, he was a Venture Principal at Capital Express, and hosted MoneyHunt on PBS. In his spare time he is a painter and an adventurer who has hiked through the…

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Genndy Tartakovskys Popeye (re-release) 1:20:27

1M ago1:20:27

1:20:27

In this episode we punch are way through the history of Popeye and sail through the unmade Popeye movie by Genndy Tartakovsky. Patreon Merch TikTok Bsky Instagram Pipedream podcasts Spreaker Clips used in this episode: Popeye the Sailor (1933) Betty Boop: A Language all my own (1935) “Can't Get Enough of Your Love, Babe” by Barry White Saturday Nig…

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179: SCHIZOCAST - What is Cola Warrior? 2:20:33

1M ago2:20:33

2:20:33

Joining Nathan and B.R for a Schizocast is gunsmith, Ben Gould, as well as private pilot and aircraft recovery specialist, Matt, both of whom are competitors of the cult-like annual shooting competition, Cola Warrior. The lads get into Cola Warrior and what the crucible of Peep eating, soda chugging, obstacle course centric and shooting challenges …

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Is Trump responding to unfair Canadian tariffs? 30:59

1M ago30:59

30:59

Donald Trump has fawned over authoritarians and dictators and strives to emulate them. What do dictators do? They expoit weaker countries and expand their territory. Hitler had the Aunschlus where he annexed Austria, Putin has Ukraine, and Trump wants Canada and Greenland. The international community allowed Putin to take Crimea with little repercu…

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178: The Sig P320 - An Honest Conversation 2:05:10

1M ago2:05:10

2:05:10

"The P320. It ends today." Bold words spoken by Sig Sauer on March 7th as they address the years long controversy surrounding their handgun, the P320 allegedly firing without the trigger being actuated. Widely adopted by Law Enforcement, the US military as the M17, and private citizens, the P320 has come under fire for allegedly posing a risk to th…

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Professor David Bernstein discusses attacks on civil liberties 1:05:40

2M ago1:05:40

1:05:40

In this episode I’m following up on a tip from a listener who suggested that I should speak with David Bernstein. David was on Michael Shermer’s podcast discussing civil liberty, free speech, and constitutional law issues. In the current situation of highly polarized public debate it is critical that we listen to both sides of the argument and don’…

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177: Marine to Media - The Devin Jones Story 1:22:14

2M ago1:22:14

1:22:14

Devin Jones, aka "Devin with an I," joins Nathan to share his journey from enlisting in the Marine Corps in the mid-2000s through his jump into gun industry media work. Devin reflects on indoc in SOI for Recon and his deployments, the guys discuss discuss racial issues in and out of the military, pulling from personal experiences, and the tough roa…

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Juliana Tafur discusses bridging polarizing gaps and connecting Americans 49:58

2M ago49:58

49:58

In this episode I’m interviewing a thoughtful kindred spirit to the Rational View. Someone who has made it her mission to bridge polarizing gaps in society and work for the greater good. Please excuse my deep bass FM radio voice as I’m getting over a nasty virus. Juliana Tafur is the director of the Greater Good Science Center’s Bridging Difference…

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176: What is PP.TF? Propaganda Proliferation Task Force 1:40:11

2M ago1:40:11

1:40:11

It is finally here! B.R, Nathan and Phil's spin-off project from CBRNart and The Art and War Podcast: PP.TF, is live! To celebrate, the guys are taking an episode to break from the usual agenda to discuss what PP.TF or Propaganda Proliferation Task Force is all about. With the three all working as creatives in the gun space, as well as the CBRN mer…

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An update on Project 2025 implementation and what it means for democracy 48:03

2M ago48:03

48:03

This episode is providing a rational review of events to the south in the new republican administration. There is a lot of concern on the left over the activities of Musk and Trump. There is a huge pile of propaganda that both sides are producing. What are the facts? Should we be worried? Appearing in the Oval Office and addressing the nation whils…

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175: Americana Pipedream Part II 2:04:08

2M ago2:04:08

2:04:08

Logan and Aiden of Americana Pipedream Apparel return! Having last spoken to B.R and Nathan in early 2023 for episode 93, we had a bunch to catch up on with the AP lads. The gang get into what international incidents have cropped up since we last spoke, how the company is evolving as the guys enter their fourth year in business, how building Americ…

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Dr. Anton Van Der Merwe on dangerous left wing anti-science dogmas 1:13:56

2M ago1:13:56

1:13:56

In this episode I’m going to play devil’s advocate and look at the flaws on the left of the political spectrum. I am always trying to challenge my biases and poke holes in my positions by listening to opposing opinions. I have been butting heads with a UK professor over social media on several issues recently as he has been posting what I would con…

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Altered Beasts (Game Review) 48:25

2M ago48:25

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This week we are doing something a little different. We are exploring a game that we got called out for from our Sonic episode. This time we will NEVER FORGET Altered Beasts. Patreon Merch TikTok Bsky Instagram Pipedream podcasts Spreaker Clips used in this episode: Altered Beasts (1988) Altered Beast - Rise From Your Grave (doom metal arrangement)…

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174: The Icepick Jay Story 2:41:18

3M ago2:41:18

2:41:18

Icepick Jay joins B.R and Phil the Camera guy to share his story on how he came to work in the gun industry, and what made him the man he is today. Jay shares his story growing up in Baltimore in the early 90’s, being raised in a Russian Judeo-Christian environment, dealing with bullying and being sheltered from a young age, how that lead him to ha…

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Economist Dean Baker says the wage-productivity gap is real 49:40

3M ago49:40

49:40

In this episode I am exploring the divergence between productivity and wages in western economies since 1970. This was covered in one of my first podcasts and is a striking failure of society that has derailed post-war successes and led to the current situation of inequity and unrest. It puts us in the strange position that robotics and AI are goin…

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Gambit (Part 2) 1:24:35

3M ago1:24:35

1:24:35

Part 2 we cover the entire leaked Gambit script! Patreon Merch TikTok Bsky Instagram Pipedream podcasts Spreaker Clips used in this episode: The Illuminerdi YT Channel Deadpool and Wolverine (2024) Deadpool and Wolverine (2024) Assembled X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009) Item 47 - Marvel One Shot (2012) FRIENDS (1994) Skewed and Reviewed Gareth Von K…

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173: SHOT Show 2025 RECAP - AKA: The Time The Gang Almost Sħöt a Crackhead 2:31:35

3M ago2:31:35

2:31:35

This week, Nathan, B.R., and Phil return from SHOT Show 2025, ready to dive into their experiences with guest host Freedom Visualizations, aka (as of this week) 'Al Coholic'. They kick off with tales from their questionable Airbnb, including Nathan's narrow escape from an ambush by "crackheads" after leaving the show floor. The trio then delves int…

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Just how dangerous are the new mRNA vaccines? 33:49

3M ago33:49

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In this episode I’m reviewing the scientific evidence on the safety of new mRNA vaccines. There has been a flurry of misunderstandings and misinformation posted online with the result being spreading vaccine hesitancy and a growing public health emergency. The WHO highlighted vaccine hesitancy as a major global health risk. Just this morning I hear…

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Gambit (Part 1) 1:05:02

3M ago1:05:02

1:05:02

In part 1 of our Gambit episode we go over the history of Gambit's origin, the comics and the X-Men animated series, his successful and unsuccessful cameos in the X-Men movies, and the rise, fall, and rise again of the solo Gambit movie. Patreon Merch TikTok Bsky Instagram Pipedream podcasts Spreaker Clips used in this episode: The Illuminerdi YT C…

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172: ANNEX CANADA - Blowing the Whistle on Canada's Armed Forces Part II 2:23:18

3M ago2:23:18

2:23:18

Nathan is once again joined by his Canadian military friends to discuss everything from Justin Trudeau resigning in disgrace as Prime Minister of Canada, to Trump's 'plans' to annex Canada and make it the 51st state and how the group thinks that would go. They also cover the state of Canada's gun laws, Canada's impact on the natives, and how the Ca…

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Dr. Nilanjana Dasgupta on how biases are like wallpaper 51:18

3M ago51:18

51:18

In this episode I am continuing to cast a lens into the presence of inequity in society. The Rational View is about using evidence-based practices to promote justice for all. Over the years we, as a society, have made great progress in addressing inequality, but unscientific biases still abound. Many folks would say that we’ve already equalized opp…

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Siri Chilazi uses evidence to address diversity, inequity, and inclusion 48:59

3M ago48:59

48:59

In this episode I’m interviewing a researcher who studies equality in the workplace. Her work stands out as being heavily influenced by quantitative studies on the effectiveness of various interventions aimed at leveling the gender gap in the workplace. I hope we can gain some insights into what is good and what does not work to promote fairness in…

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171: SCHIZOCAST - New Years & Gas Station D*ck Pills 1:25:46

4M ago1:25:46

1:25:46

Nathan, Phil the Camera guy and Freedom Visualizations (this time, returning as 'Lu*gi') kick the year off with a Schizocast. The lads discuss everything from New Years resolutions through healthy eating, financial security, HB1 Visas, gas station dick pills and why you should avoid them like the plague. All that, and much more! Check out our Patre…

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Does grounding reduce inflammation and speed healing? 27:12

4M ago27:12

27:12

Happy New Year. Welcome to 2025! You made it! I’m glad to be able to share this with you. Today I want to talk about a health fad called Earthing, or Grounding. You’ve probably heard of it. Is it supported by science or is it snake oil? This calls for The Rational View. If you like my program please send money to patron dot podbean dot com slash TH…

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Sonic the Hedgehog: Wonders of the World and Sonic X-treme (Part 2) 1:00:26

4M ago1:00:26

1:00:26

In this episode we cover the first unmade Sonic the Hedgehog movie and why Sonic X-treme was the downfall of STI. Patreon Merch TikTok Bsky Instagram Pipedream podcasts Spreaker Clips used in this episode: 9-11 Call Babysitting Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog (1993) The Office (2005) Mario 64 Sega Genesis Vs SNES 1991 Commercial SEGA logo Sonic & …

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170: Micah Mayfield & Charlie Coks 39:58

4M ago39:58

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Joining Nathan and B.R this episode is Micah Mayfield and Charlie Coks, of Garand Thumb fame, now high caliber content creators in their own right. The lads discuss accidental stolen valor and why it's funny, Charlie's competition journey so far, Micah shares how his YouTube channel came to be, and the gang talk why Idaho is only getting better (ba…

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Sonic the Hedgehog Origins (Part 1) 51:27

4M ago51:27

51:27

In this episode we slow down and uncover the forgotten and unknown origin stories of Sonic the Hedgehog. Patreon Merch TikTok Bsky Instagram Pipedream podcasts Spreaker Clips used in this episode: 9-11 Call Babysitting Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog (1993) The Office (2005) Mario 64 Sega Genesis Vs SNES 1991 Commercial SEGA logo Sonic & Knuckles …

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Planetary scientist Dr. John Moores takes readers to the farthest reaches of the solar system 32:31

4M ago32:31

32:31

In this episode I’m interviewing a scientist turned science fiction author who has written a book that takes the reader on a journey around the solar system to the many remote places we’ve visited with our space probes. I’m eager to learn what he thinks about space exploration. Dr John Moores is an Associate Professor in the Centre for Research in …

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Scoob! Holiday Haunt 1:26:35

4M ago1:26:35

1:26:35

Scooby-Doo, where are you!? Tax credits? In this special Holiday episode, Lexcee tells us about the real life villains behind Scoob! Holiday Haunt, Dan gets quizzed on his knowledge of Hallmark Christmas movies, and we discuss our favorite Holiday films! Patreon Merch TikTok Bsky Instagram Pipedream podcasts Spreaker Clips used in this episode: FRI…

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169: Amish Life to Tech Wizard - With Falcon Ground Link 2:12:41

4M ago2:12:41

2:12:41

Joining B.R and Nathan this week is Sam. Sam was raised in a traditionalist Christian community (very similar to the Amish) whom live a humble communal lifestyle without a reliance on technology, he has since left and found a great interest in bleeding edge tech for the purposes of autonomy, now running a page, Falcon Ground Link, exploring all of …

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168: United Healthcare CEO Murder - The Curious Case of Luigi Mangione 1:27:54

5M ago1:27:54

1:27:54

Nathan, Phil and B.R gather for an emergency episode on the murder of (now former) United Healthcare CEO, Brian Thompson by Luigi Mangione. The guys get into the wild details of the incident itself where a young Ivy League graduate gunned down the healthcare insurance CEO in New York City with a suppressed handgun at close range, everything from th…

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Former Hungarian MP, Dr. Gabor Scheiring compares Trump to authoritarian leader Viktor Orban 48:34

5M ago48:34

48:34

In this episode I’m interviewing someone with firsthand knowledge of the replacement of democracy with an authoritarian populist regime. What does this mean? Take, for example, the case of Hungary under the leadership of Viktor Orbán, the populist prime minister of Hungary since 2010. In 2022, European parliament declared that Hungary could no long…

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Hellboy (Movie Review) 44:05

5M ago44:05

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Our first movie review episode! This time we're review Guillermo del Toro's Hellboy as it relates to our At the Mountains of Madness episode. If you would like to see our reactions to the film as we watch it check out our Patreon for that full video and the full video of this episode! Patreon Merch TikTok Bsky Instagram Pipedream podcasts Spreaker …

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How Did This NOT Get Made Announcement! 6:21

5M ago6:21

6:21

We are making changes to the show! Patreon Merch TikTok Bsky Instagram Pipedream podcasts SpreakerBy Pipedream Podcasts

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167: Thankful To Not Be Australian - With Freedom Visualizations 1:51:56

5M ago1:51:56

1:51:56

Art and War goes DOWN UNDAH! Nathan and Phil the camera guy are joined by guest Freedom Visualizations who reveals he's an Aussie. The lads get into firearm ownership in Australia and the many cucked factors that come with it, Nathan makes FV do American accents and makes fun of how Australians say ‘no’, and the guys discuss gun culture down under …

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Richard Ford chats about the outrage-industrial complex 33:51

5M ago33:51

33:51

In this episode, I’m exploring the topic of the Outrage Industry. Who else is growing inured to over-the-top tirades of outrage and offense? This seems to be a relatively new phenomenon whereby click-bait memes generating outrage are monetized by social media networks into clicks. Let’s explore how this impacts society and what we can do to counter…

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166: SCHIZOCAST - Jokers and Presidents 51:28

5M ago51:28

51:28

Irish Lucas returns for a Schizocast with Nathan. The lads get into the Presidential election, Trump's surprise win following the 2020 election aftermath, how Europeans are reacting to the news, and the Trump campaigns podcast focused approach to interviews. The lads also talk movies, from Lucas' controversial appreciation for Joker 2, the ever-flo…

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Dr. Rob Howarth says natural gas is worse than coal for the environment 33:57

5M ago33:57

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In this episode I’m interviewing a researcher who has been studying the impacts of methane on the greenhouse effect, and trying to assess whether burning natural gas is helping or hurting the climate. His most recent paper suggests that it should not be considered an improvement over coal. Robert Howarth is an Earth systems scientist and ecosystem …

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165: THE MOST IMPORTANT ELECTION OF OUR LIFETIME 1:18:50

6M ago1:18:50

1:18:50

Nathan, B.R and Phil the camera guy joke about the most important election of our lifetimes. The lads get into the lunacy of a Republican Felon and a Democrat Cop being the two 'very best' leaders America has to offer, the many weird circumstances surrounding the election, holding your own candidates accountable, living free regardless of who wins …

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Dominic Cardy introduces a new evidence-based Canadian political party 55:13

6M ago55:13

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In this episode I’m interviewing the leader of a new Canadian political party, the Canadian Future Party. Their website has the following statement that I liked, “The CFP believes people from every corner of the country want to be united behind a common set of ideals: democracy, the rule of law, collective action, and individual rights. A country w…

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164: The Prison Industrial Complex - With Bunker and Alex 2:15:44

6M ago2:15:44

2:15:44

This episode, Nathan talks to Bunker and Alex, a pair with years of experience working within the prison system including time working max security and death row. Alex worked within men’s prisons and Bunker worked inside women’s prisons. The pair get into the difference between men and women’s prisons, how routine avoids chaos, sooo many butt smugg…

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Universal Studios Dark Universe (Part 2): The Dark Universe 59:06

6M ago59:06

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In this episode Lexcee teaches Dan all about the many multiple attempts Universal has tried to reintroduce the classic monsters into the modern day, the failed attempt at the Dark Universe, and Dan doesn’t want a monsterverse!? Patreon Merch TikTok Bsky Instagram Pipedream podcasts Spreaker Clips used in this episode: Abbott and Costello Meet Frank…

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163: Black Locust Designs - Nic & Rachel 1:18:31

6M ago1:18:31

1:18:31

Friends of Art and War, Nic & Rachel join Nathan to talk entrepreneurship, metal fabrication, homesteading, PP.TF, learning to shoot and Nic shooting to a higher degree than most of local government employees, raising their own animals for meat and much more! Check out our guests at: https://www.instagram.com/blacklocustdesignsllc/ https://www.blac…

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