This podcast from Boston Consulting Group looks around the corner of today’s big business and social issues. The goal–the so what–is to make sense of today and prepare busy leaders and executives for the day after tomorrow. Award-winning British journalist Georgie Frost interviews the leading thinkers and doers at BCG on the trends, developments, and ideas that will shape and disrupt the future. This is not your typical business strategy podcast. This podcast uses the following third-party s ...
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What if it was easy to create a $1M digital business you could be proud of? The path lies in creating people magic. Gina Bianchini, founder and CEO of Mighty Networks, has helped over 10,000 entrepreneurs, brands, and creators grow incredible businesses that put people first and generate millions in profit. Now she’s bringing the secrets of the most successful communities directly to you. In this series, Gina will show you how to build a community so valuable you can charge for it and so wel ...
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We tell the stories of innovators at the intersection of agriculture and technology to answer the question: what really is agtech and why should you care?
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You Are Not So Smart is a show about psychology that celebrates science and self delusion. In each episode, we explore what we've learned so far about reasoning, biases, judgments, and decision-making.
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So What? is a quarterly CMU podcast that draws out key ideas from public events at Canadian Mennonite University. Host Jonas Cornelsen (CMU '16) guides you through these discussions by asking, 'So What?'
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So, What Brings You to Therapy? explores mental health, relationships, and life transitions with honesty, humor, and insight. Hosted by Deana Bianco, each episode features conversations with experts, creatives, and everyday people about stress, anxiety, addiction, parenting, and personal growth. Whether you’re navigating your own challenges or looking to understand the people you love, this podcast offers practical tools, thought-provoking insights, and relatable stories to help you live mor ...
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Flightless Bird follows journalist David Farrier as he learns about what makes America special from his unique perspective as a Kiwi accidentally marooned in the Land of the Free. Infinitely curious but never judgmental, each week, David (along with cohost and American Rob) seeks to understand what makes America so unique, strange, and wonderful.
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Tariffs, crypto, deregulation, tax cuts, protectionism, are just some of the things back on the table when Donald Trump returns to the Presidency. To help you plan for Trump's singular approach to economics, Bloomberg presents Trumponomics, a weekly podcast focused on the Trump administration's economic policies and plans. Editorial head of government and economics Stephanie Flanders will be joined each week by reporters in Washington D.C. and Wall Street to examine how Trump's policies are ...
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A TV & movie review podcast hosted by a genuine movie buff and a hard-to-please friend.
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The ONLY podcast that teaches you how to obtain the unobtainable. So Whats your goal? Money? Fame? Fortune? Status? Relationships? Listen closely as we take it step by step and break down the secrets to achieving your wildest dreams. Our guests share their guaranteed methods and strategies for success, giving you the ACTIONS and MOTIVATION you need to turn your GOAL into your REALITY. Get ready to TAKE ACTION with your host Travis Otto.
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Think disability means disadvantage? Think again. Join hosts Lauren Mill and Heather Monger as they flip the script on what it really means to live with a disability. With unfiltered honesty, sharp humor, and plenty of heart, I'm Disabled... So What? dives into everything from dating and education to daily life and the myths we’re tired of busting. It’s not about inspiration—it's about real stories, real challenges, and real pride. This is disability, unapologetically.
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So What Now? with Carla and Dex is the podcast that meets women exactly where they are—in transition, in hustle, in healing, in joy. From motherhood and womanhood to news, culture, and personal reinvention, Carla and Dex bring humor, candor, and lived experience to the mic. Each episode is a mix of perspective, real talk, and connection that leaves you with something to think about long after the laughs fade.
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What If? So What? is the podcast where we discover what’s possible with digital and figure out how to make it real in your business. Join host Jim Hertzfeld, Vice President Strategy, as he interviews industry experts and veterans to dissect the buzz, challenge the status quo, and translate grand visions into tangible actions. Because it's not just about dreaming big, it's about asking the right questions: 'What If?' 'So What?’, and most importantly, “Now What?”
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Is the internet slowly breaking our brains, and if so, what can we do about it? Offline with Jon Favreau is a place where you can take a break from doom-scrolling and tune in to smarter, lighter conversations about the impact of technology and the internet on our collective culture. Intimate interviews between Pod Save America host Jon Favreau and notable guests like Stephen Colbert, Hasan Piker, Chimamanda Adichie, ContraPoints, Margaret Atwood, and Rachel Maddow spark curiosity and introsp ...
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How To Fail with Elizabeth Day is a podcast that celebrates the things in life that haven’t gone right and what we might learn from them along the way. Every week, Elizabeth’s guest explores three failures, and what these failures have taught them about how to grow and succeed, better. We’d love to hear from you! Get in touch with Elizabeth to share your failures, problems or questions - anonymously or otherwise. She'll go through these each week with the help of her very special guests. And ...
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Bad bosses happen to good people. Join entrepreneur, corporate trailblazer-turned-business strategist, and podcast host Natalie Parker as she unpacks real-life stories of tough leaders and toxic work environments. With Natalie’s expertise in navigating corporate chaos and building strategies for success, this podcast offers practical advice and actionable insights to help you turn workplace challenges into opportunities for growth. Whether you’re dealing with micromanagers, toxic cultures, o ...
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Bashing Queen Brianna Williams b.k.a. Storymodebae. Also, apologies for the staticky audio on a few of my videos, but please support; the message is POWERFUL! I'm B Rabbit (Eminem in 8 Mile) out here, so I have to work with what I have.
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Just everyday talk for everyday people, because like happens everyday. Check out or Merch line on Insta and follow us SO_What_7684
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Andy Gav K aand Gav F are here... To discuss everything that's happening on Gorgie Road. It's been a tough start to the season so what has went wrong
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The quick and expert briefing on the biggest news stories. Our team of specialist correspondents plus guests bring you information and analysis you can trust so you get What You Need To Know in minutes.
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We all know elections are won in the middle so why aren't politicians giving the people what they want? Bestselling author, professor and entrepreneur Scott Galloway and political strategist and The Five co-host Jessica Tarlov are here to give those of us who reside somewhere between the center left and the center right their takes on the latest politics all through a centrist lens. New episodes every Wednesday and Friday. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.
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Do you ever have questions about the Bible, but were afraid to ask? I have too, but I was fortunate enough to have people in my life that I could ask. I decided to share my questions about the Bible, God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit in this podcast format with the thought that others may benefit from these conversations. "So, What do you think?" was started. This podcast also includes trials and tribulations or just things that helped us grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ. We hope you ...
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The podcast that explains why so many people believe ridiculous conspiracy theories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Conversations are random and so is this podcast. We talk about anything and everything, we will switch topics at the drop of a hat, and have zero filters. We talk about what we want in the moment. If you ever wanted to know what two friends ramble on about on the phone for hours or the oddball things discussed around the dinner table on a night out...look no further. The rabbit holes be long and the tangents get weird. You're welcome.
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Decoding The Unknown explores history's deepest mysteries to see if we can draw any conclusions about what actually happened. Russian hikers killed by a yeti? Aircraft lost to sea monsters? Probably not, so let's try and figure out what really happened. New episodes every Friday. Also on YouTube!
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Brian Lehrer leads the conversation about what matters most now in local and national politics, our own communities and our lives.
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I'll be talking about anything I think about.
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I’m so glad you asked is a storytelling podcast hosted by Mary Kruse (@mtheresafaith31), a Chicago based artist and story catcher. What started out as a desire to hear the untold stories behind the women and friends in her life has developed into a beautiful space for all individuals to safely share the stories that shape them. I am so glad you asked: Everyone has a story and I want to hear yours.
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Listen to the story behind the science. SciPod boasts a rich reputation of bringing a new, authentic and easy communication style to lovers of science and technology. Best of all, you can listen for free! so what are you waiting for, click play and start enjoying. www.scipod.global
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You'll hear from rockstars, pornstars, comedians, actors & people we just wanna chat with! Every show ends by asking our guests about their first experience with sex, drugs & rock n roll! Join us for an hour of craziness twice a week on the SDR Show Podcast. It's free to listen so what are you waiting for? Tune in today! You can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iheartradio, or YouTube Music for free downloads each week or watch on YouTube. And if you like it please rate us 5 star ...
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Why do so many people believe things that aren’t true? In an era when claims of “fake news” come as natural as breathing, and social media allows lies to spread and multiply like viruses, the question feels more relevant than ever. From the teenage girls who convinced Sir Arthur Conan Doyle that fairies were real in the 19th century to “Balloon boy” in 2009, Hoax! will explore the most audacious and ambitious tricks in history. And along the way, we’ll uncover the reasons people let themselv ...
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Your vulva has a lot to say, and we’re here to translate. When was your last conversation about vulvas? We’re guessing it was at your most recent OBGYN appointment, if then. But Dr Meredith McClure and Dr Ashley Fuller talk about vulvas all day, every day. Because just like any other body part, a healthy vulva is important to overall health and well being. So, what would your vulva like you to know? (First message: “I’m not the vagina!”) In this podcast you’ll learn the proper names of all t ...
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Welcome to the SO WHAT? podcast, where amazing things happen.
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Discussing the impact of technology investment.
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A hilarious podcast where Chris and Ally tackle outrageous anonymous stories sent in by listeners, attempting to decipher the wild tales based solely on their quirky titles. With each episode filled with unpredictable twists and belly laughs, they turn every title into an entertaining guessing game that's as crazy as it is fun!
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Come along with me and explore the lives of Archimedes, Galileo Galilei, Albert Einstein, Wangari Maathai, Ctesibius, Valentina Tereshkova, Chiune Sugihara, Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates, Warren Buffett… and others who’ve greatly influenced society. What life choices led them to be so extraordinary… what can we learn from them?
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Personal views and opinions on various topics of the culture for the culture.
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What happens when an American and an Austrian sit down together to debate culture? Is it going to be a victory for US? Will the Wiener take it all? Are they even making sense? Listen in and find out more about living la vida loca in Vienna & Austria. Depending on traveling and “real life” work, we fry new episodes whenever we can sneak away from the day job — think of it as Schnitzel served when it’s golden, not when the clock says so. P.S. Show your love of giggles here: www.buymeacoffee.co ...
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A new Siena poll shows a (slight) majority of New Yorkers said the state is on the right track, while 59% of respondents thought the U.S. is heading in the wrong direction. New Yorkers call in to share what they think is going well in the state compared to the rest of the country.By WNYC
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Flying Forward: Disability, Accessibility and Aviation – With Chris Wood MBE
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20:34In this episode of I’m Disabled… So What?!, Lauren and Heather (she’s back!) take to the skies with Chris Wood MBE — the powerhouse behind Flying Disabled, Air4All, and Rights on Flights. Chris shares his incredible journey from frustrated passenger to leading global advocate for accessible aviation. From campaigning for wheelchair-securement syste…
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Will China’s cheaper tractors disrupt ag equipment? With Lachlan Monsbourgh
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37:44As the world’s largest agricultural economy, when China makes a move, the world pays attention. China has just unveiled an ambitious plan to accelerate its development of ag machinery by shortening its research and development cycles. So will China dominate the future of agricultural machinery, and what does this mean for dealers, farmers, and agte…
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Let’s Talk About Sex w. Jolene Harrelson (Part 2)
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50:29In this episode of So What Brings You To Therapy?, host Deana explores how constant information consumption affects mental health and why it’s essential to stay connected to the real world. Reflecting on the cultural impact of Kurt Cobain’s death, Deana shares how media shaped her early experiences and why she later chose to stop following the news…
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EP 47: Security Guards, Spoilers & Side-Eyes
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46:00We kick off this weeks episode with a motherhood update. Carla opens up about new and uncharted challenges of motherhood this week. Her little one just started Pre-K. It's been a rough ride, and Carla’s not sugarcoating it. The struggle bus is real, and Carla’s driving it with no GPS. Then things take a sharp (and hilarious) left turn into pop cult…
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In this episode, we sit down with Tad Jenkins, a former RV dealer who built an RV empire from the ground up. Whether you’re in the auto industry, RV sales, powersports, marine, or retail, Tad shares the insider tips, business strategies, and lessons learned that every entrepreneur should know. If you’re just getting started in business or have been…
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Don't matter if you now people from the hood, are you from the hood?By Carver
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M&A Is Heating Up. Is Your Dealmaking Still on Ice?
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21:33M&A activity is waking up, but many companies are reluctant to leap into the fray. Daniel Friedman, BCG’s global leader of transactions and integrations, explains why bold moves now could pay off. Waiting may feel safe, but the cost could be forfeiting once-in-a-decade opportunities. Learn More: Daniel Friedman: https://on.bcg.com/4mWHyGW Mid-2025 …
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For only the second time in mankind’s history we can speak the same language. The first is found in Genesis where Noah’s descendants spoke the same language and attempted to build a tower to heaven. To be like God. The second is now through binary code. Email: [email protected] Robert, Helen, JJ and Missy
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When The System Fails: A Teacher's Fight for Student Services
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1:12:57Send us a text Benjamin Joseph's powerful testimony about teaching in Brooklyn schools reveals the deep flaws in our education system that often place administrative convenience above student welfare. As a Black male STEM teacher, Benjamin entered the profession with noble intentions - to provide representation in a field where few look like him an…
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When was the last time you said, "Oh my God"? Jonas catches up with CMU prof David Balzer on his multi-year documentary project exploring the everyday use of this phrase.Listen to the OMG audio doc at omgthedoc.com.Credits Theme Music: Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) by spinningmerkaba © copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution…
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ON WRITING... With Salman Rushdie and Kazuo Ishiguro
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24:18Welcome to another special edition of How to Fail, where I revisit conversations from the How to Fail archives. Each week, we shine a light on a particular theme, hopefully offering inspiration, perspective and comfort through the words of past guests. This week’s theme is on writing - appropriately, because my new book ‘One of Us’ is out this week…
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Brian Lehrer Weekend: Changing Elections; AI & Jobs; Family Language
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1:27:56Three of our favorite segments from the week, in case you missed them. How Trump May Be Changing the Elections Process (First) | AI in the Job Market (Starts at 51:0 0) | Your Family's 'Secret Language' (Starts at 1:18:00) If you don't subscribe to the Brian Lehrer Show on iTunes, you can do that here.…
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Ep. 192 Queen Abijah: Wife of King Ahaz and Mother of Hezekiah
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3:15In this week's Notable People in History podcast, we’ll take a look at the life of Queen Abijah, the wife of King Ahaz of Judah, and mother of King Hezekiah
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Nate Soares, president of the Machine Intelligence Research Institute and the co-author (with Eliezer Yudkowsky) of If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies: Why Superhuman AI Would Kill Us All (Little, Brown and Company, 2025), talks about why he worries that AI "superintelligence" will lead to catastrophic outcomes, and what safeguards he recommends to…
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BP Reynoso on Support for Brooklyn Marine Terminal Plan
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39:25Brooklyn Borough president Antonio Reynoso talks about why he's now supporting the plan to redevelop Brooklyn's Marine Terminal ahead of a pivotal vote on the project.By WNYC
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The allure and pitfalls of flavored tobacco and nicotine products. Interview with Professor Mary Rezk-Hanna
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25:53Interview with Professor Mary Rezk-Hanna.
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Elie Honig, senior legal analyst at CNN, New York Magazine columnist, former state and federal prosecutor and author of several books, including When You Come at the King: Inside DOJ’s Pursuit of the President, From Nixon to Trump (Harper, 2025), explores investigations by the Department of Justice of presidents and other high-ranking officials thr…
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Jessica sits down with Andrew Bates, former White House deputy press secretary under President Biden and a veteran of the Obama administration. They unpack new evidence in the Charlie Kirk assassination case and what it reveals about Tyler Robinson’s motives. They also get into Trump’s $15 billion defamation suit against The New York Times, the adm…
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Drew Lynch (Comedian) - Bump and Dump
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1:04:21Drew Lynch joins Ralph Sutton and Aaron Berg and they discuss whether Drew Lynch or Aaron Berg are shorter, the dowery for Drew's wife, growing up as a bad kid and hacking a vending machine, moving to LA to be an actor then suffering from the injury of a softball accident, winning the golden buzzer on America's Got Talent, a silly game called The S…
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Send us a text The lads reflect on the last 2 weeks. Including the win at Ibrox and have we used up our season of luckBy PTB Productions
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Was Anything Useful Learned From WWII Human Experimentation?
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2:39:14Explore the darkest chapters of WWII: Nazi and Japanese human experiments. Were any findings scientifically useful, and should they ever be used? A chilling, thought-provoking deep dive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Cloud10
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Atlantic Festival Takes on Politics and Knowledge
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45:23As the Atlantic Festival takes place in NYC, staff writers and panelists Ashley Parker, staff writer at The Atlantic, former Washington Post White House bureau chief, and Adam Serwer, staff writer at The Atlantic, preview their panels and discuss the latest from the White House particularly the events after the the assassination of Charlie Kirk.…
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On Sunday, the television drama "The Pitt," about emergency room healthcare workers at a hospital in Pittsburgh, cleaned up at the Emmys with several major wins. Listeners who work in the healthcare profession call in to share what the series meant to them and how accurately it depicted post-COVID healthcare.…
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A Call for More Scrutiny of Deaths in NYPD Custody
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28:21Meghna Philip, director of the special litigation unit at the Legal Aid Society, talks about its call for the department of investigation to look into all cases of deaths in police custody, after a fifth death occurred this year.By WNYC
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How drone deliveries work and why they can't land in the UK just yet
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17:55Takeaway food, coffee, ice lollies - you name it - can be delivered to your back garden in minutes at the press of a button. It won't come by road, where it might get stuck in traffic, but by air - arriving at your door still piping hot. This isn’t science fiction, it's everyday life in parts of Dublin. Drones take off on their own, fly on their ow…
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Hilke Schellmann, investigative reporter, assistant professor of journalism at New York University, and author of The Algorithm: How AI Decides Who Gets Hired, Monitored, Promoted, and Fired, And Why We Need To Fight Back (Grand Central Publishing, 2024), talks about AI's expanding role in the job hiring process for both applicants and employers—an…
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Inside the MAGA Reaction to Charlie Kirk’s Assassination
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55:49Charlie Kirk’s assassination has rattled people on both sides of the aisle and terrified those whose jobs, like Charlie’s, involve talking about politics on the public stage. Jon reflects on the aftermath of the killing, what he finds most alarming, and his disappointment with leaders on the right and followers on the left. Then, the Bulwark’s Will…
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We continue Season 3 with Amanda ReCupido. Amanda is a writer, lover of libraries, consultant and so much more (as you will find out). We sat down for a chat that was a long time coming and I am so happy we did. Enjoy the conversation and discover how Amanda follows her curiosity. Check out the links below to contact Amanda! The Artist’s Way IG: ht…
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Is Trump Bringing an End to US Free Market Capitalism?
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27:10Host Stephanie Flanders, Bloomberg’s head of government and economics, is joined by Bloomberg managing editor Shelly Banjo and senior reporter Ian King to discuss how Trump has changed the rules for corporate America, and whether this marks a permanent change. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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City Politics: Governor Hochul Endorses Zohran Mamdani, Trouble in the Lander-Mamdani Bromance
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41:44Elizabeth Kim, Gothamist and WNYC reporter, and Jimmy Vielkind, New York state issues reporter for Gothamist and WNYC and author of the substack "Notes from Jimmy," talk about the latest in the mayor's race, including Gov. Hochul's endorsement of Zohran Mamdani, and a wrinkle in the relationship between comptroller Brad Lander and Zohran Mamdani.…
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Are the Lethal U.S. Strikes on Venezuelan Boats Legal?
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31:46The Trump administration's recent lethal strikes on purported drug boats in Venezuela drew widespread condemnation from experts in international law. Brian Finucane, senior adviser at the International Crisis Group and a non-resident senior fellow at Reiss Center on Law and Security at NYU Law, talks about the strikes and breaks down their legality…
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Meet the NJ Governor Candidates: Rep. Mikie Sherrill
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37:30Democratic nominee U.S. Representative Mikie Sherrill (D, NJ-11) talks about her campaign for governor and takes calls from NJ voters.By WNYC
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When Science Meets Real-world Barriers: Lessons from the Frontlines of Mental Health
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10:02By all measures, America’s mental health system is stretched too thin. Families are in crisis, community mental health providers are overworked, and groundbreaking research often struggles to find its way into real-world practice. But thanks to researchers such as Professor Ukamaka Oruche of the University of South Florida, and colleagues, we’re le…
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Scott and Jessica dig into Tyler Robinson’s motives in Charlie Kirk’s assassination and how MAGA influencers are bringing back a new kind of cancel culture aimed at anyone who criticizes them. They also talk about how social media fuels extreme content—and how tech giants are cashing in. Then, they break down Trump’s crime crackdown tour heading to…
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Mark Ronson - The Stories Behind ‘Uptown Funk,’ Amy Winehouse & ‘I’m Just Ken’
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50:59Content Warning: This episode contains mentions of drug use. Mark Ronson is the hitmaker behind some of the most iconic music of the past two decades. A nine-time Grammy-winning producer, DJ, and Oscar-winning songwriter (yes - he wrote “I’m Just Ken”), Ronson has collaborated with legends like Lady Gaga, Paul McCartney, Miley Cyrus and Duran Duran…
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Looking ahead to the 250th anniversary of the U.S., Jill Lepore, professor of American history at Harvard University, staff writer at The New Yorker, and the author of several books, including We the People: A History of the U.S. Constitution (Liveright, 2025), digs into the history of the country's founding document and what it means for the count…
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How a Thin Film Could Transform the Future of Particle Accelerators
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8:02Building the next generation of particle accelerators depends on solving surprisingly small but stubborn material-related problems. Dr Jerzy Lorkiewicz and his collaborators of the National Centre for Nuclear Research in Poland tackled one of the toughest challenges: how to make lead films stick firmly to niobium, to realise his vision of a fully s…
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David Brand, housing reporter for WNYC and Gothamist, talks about new City Council legislation to require reporting on unfilled supportive housing units, aimed at decreasing the number of empty units (5,000, as of June). "To fill empty apartments for homeless people, NYC will first start tracking them" (Gothamist, Sept 12)…
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Inside RFK Jr's MAHA Report on Childhood Health
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42:09Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has issued a report on the state of children's health. Julie Rovner, chief Washington correspondent, KFF Health News and host of the What the Health? podcast, talks about the details of the report and where it fits into the Trump administration's MAHA initiative.…
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In this week’s Flightless Bird, Rob takes David to his first ever Chipotle Mexican Grill experience, before teaching him about what makes this American food chain so iconic, important and delicious. Founded on July 13, 1993, we learn about its history with McDonalds to its attempt at being sustainable, they try to answer the eternal question: Is Ch…
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New! Unidentified--Troy McClure and the Close Encounters Man
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30:01We move on from abductions with a look back at the greatest educational film host of all time, Phil Hartman. But then, in a more serious vein, we start our discussion of J Allen Hynek, a real and admirable astronomer who started out as the military's in-house scientist debunker, and eventually became one of the most prominent, authoritative, and da…
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Josie Marcellino, Sonia Harcourt and Elli Raven (Comedian and Pornstars) - Scattergories
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1:14:13Josie Marcellino, Sonia Harcourt and Elli Raven join Ralph Sutton and Aaron Berg and they discuss that hate Ralph and Aaron are getting from a previous episode, the game plan for Skankfest, Elli's cereal in the butthole experience and more before they play everyone's favorite game SDR Scattergories where the losers of each round either drink or rem…
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Social Media and the Charlie Kirk Killing
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19:52Almost immediately after Charlie Kirk was shot and killed, videos were circulating on social media, and many people saw the gruesome crime without meaning to just by logging on. Adam Clark Estes, senior technology correspondent at Vox, talks about how little content moderation big tech companies are doing these days, how the algorithm fed off peopl…
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Jeffery Mays, New York Times reporter covering politics with a focus on New York City Hall, talks about the new worker and vendor protections passed by the City Council, overriding Mayor Adams' vetoes.By WNYC
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'Unite the Kingdom’ march: Why this far right 'moment' matters for Britain
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18:03Up to 150,000 people are thought to have descended on London to hear Tommy Robinson and a number of his like-minded guests - including Elon Musk - speak. An outbreak of violence was perhaps to be expected as their followers fought with police separating them from anti-racism protesters in Whitehall. But it was the overall scale of Saturday’s Unite …
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A recent Washington Post article explained how most families have a secret language that only they understand, or a "familect" as some linguists call it. Listeners call in to share the words in their family that only they use, which are often conjured in the minds of small children and then used for years down the road.…
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A Smart Solution for Detecting Hidden Pesticides in Food
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7:41Highly polar pesticides such as glyphosate are notoriously difficult to detect in food due to their chemical properties and interference from natural food compounds. A new method developed by Dr Michelangelo Anastassiades and Ann‑Kathrin Schäfer of CVUA Stuttgart, and their colleagues, offers a more accurate and practical way to identify residues o…
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