Best Talk First Think Later Podcasts (2025)

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Introducing Profiling Evil: Summer Wells Abducted, Murdered, or an Accident? 35:13

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Welcome back for Day 3 of our special preview of Profiling Evil, hosted by Mike King. In this episode, we dive deep into the mystery surrounding the disappearance of 5-year-old Summer Wells. Was she abducted, did she suffer a tragic accident, or could there be foul play involved? We examine the various theories, possible suspects, and the heartbrea…

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Introducing Profiling Evil: Las Vegas Massacre, The Dark Legacy of Stephen Paddock 49:25

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Did you enjoy Megan's conversation with Mike King? Check out a special bonus episode of Mike's show: Profiling Evil. On October 1, 2017, America faced an unfathomable tragedy. Stephen Paddock opened fire from his Mandalay Bay Hotel suite, killing 60 and injuring over 800 during the Route 91 Harvest Festival. Despite extensive investigations, his mo…

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The Best Nintendo Game of 2025 Is… - NVC 793 54:46

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It’s the final episode of 2025, which means it’s time to crown the best Nintendo games of the year! Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, Seth Macy, and Rebekah Valentine as they highlight their favorite first-party games on Switch 2 and the best third-party games that came to Nintendo platforms. Then, they talk about the big winner that we’ll all rememb…

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Ep 079. Why Backpacking Might Be the Most Important Goal You Set for 2026 36:59

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As we head toward a new year, many of us start thinking about goals, but not all goals are created equal. In this episode, Allison shares 5 powerful reasons backpacking might be one of the most important goals you set for 2026, whether you’re brand new to backpacking or already love spending time on trail. This conversation goes beyond backpacking …

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Introducing Profiling Evil: Chad Daybell Letter Number Nine, The Spirit Woman in Black 38:04

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Welcome to Profiling Evil! In this episode, Chad Daybell drops Letter #9 about his “third near-death experience” from 2017, complete with a Spirit Woman in Black, a minute-long blackout where family says he turned purple, and a “fiery dart” that he and Tammy interpreted as a spiritual weapon. Let’s unpack how this letter fits Chad Daybell’s Death R…

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Part 2: Megan Cloherty Talks with Gardens of Evil Host Mike King 27:59

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This is part 2 of the special crossover episode with Mike King, criminal profiler - host of Profiling Evil and who's story is the subject of our next season of American Nightmares: Gardens of Evil.. Megan and Mike sit down for an in-depth conversation about her time reporting on the Savopoulos family murders and the case against Daron Wint. Then th…

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Bonus - You Talking To Me, Oscar? 1:22:12

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Hey Oscar fans, this week’s bonus episode covers the Director nearest & dearest to our hearts — Mr. Martin Scorsese! After discussing his breakthrough Oscar win (finally!) on the previous show (The 2007 Oscars) — we're looking back at Scorsese’s film career prior to The Departed and discussing which of his films could’ve/should’ve been nominated or…

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Part 1: Megan Cloherty Talks with Gardens of Evil Host Mike King 43:58

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This is a special crossover episode with Mike King, criminal profiler - host of Profiling Evil and who's story is the subject of our next season of American Nightmares: Gardens of Evil.. Megan and Mike sit down for an in-depth conversation about her time reporting on the Savopoulos family murders and the case against Daron Wint. Then the roles reve…

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Rumors, Release, and Records: Switch 2's Wild 2025 - NVC 792 1:17:49

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We only have two episodes left in 2025, so it’s time to start looking back at Nintendo’s big year. Join Logan Plant, Jada Griffin, and Seth Macy as they reflect on Switch 2’s debut, from its tease in January, to the reveal in April, to its eventual launch in June. Plus, their feelings on the new console now that it’s been out for six months. They a…

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Ep 078. MVP: The PCT Thru-Hike & the Courage to Start New with Marie-Pier Tremblay 1:08:47

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Join host Allison Boyle as she dives into an inspiring conversation with Marie Pier Tremblay about the transformative power of adventure and personal reinvention through the lens of hiking the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). Key Points Discussed: What inspired Marie to say YES to hiking the Pacific Crest Trail The courage to advocate for your big dreams…

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2007 — Departing with an Oscar, Finally! 1:22:44

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Finally! After leaving empty handed with 5 Best Director (and 4 Best Picture) nominations… one of the greatest film directors of all-time, the God of pure cinema, Martin Scorsese, finally gets to go home with Oscars for Best Picture and Best Director. The Departed, his 2006 crime epic starring half of Hollywood seemed like the perfect vehicle to ge…

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Was Metroid Prime 4 Worth the Wait? - NVC 791 1:31:59

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You’re not dreaming: Metroid Prime 4 is here, and it is great. After eight years of waiting, we can’t wait to tell you all about what we think of Samus Aran’s latest adventure. Join Logan Plant, Brendan Graeber, Rebekah Valentine, and Seth Macy as they dive into Logan and Brendan’s in-depth thoughts of Prime 4. From its amazing dedicated areas, to …

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Bonus - Here's Looking at You, Bogart 1:13:11

21d ago1:13:11

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Hey Oscars WWTT? Fans — for this bonus episode, a companion piece to our recent 1938 Oscars episode, “Tex” and Mark take a fun look back at an acting legend — the incomparable Humphrey Bogart. However, rather than do a full retrospective of Bogart’s entire career in front of the camera (70+ films) — instead we’re focusing on the 7 films Bogart acte…

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Metroid Prime Trilogy Retrospective - NVC 790 1:11:44

23d ago1:11:44

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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is just one week away, so we’re celebrating by looking back on the entire Metroid Prime Trilogy. Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, and Peer Schneider in a special prerecorded episode where they talk about Metroid Prime’s impact when it launched on GameCube, Prime 2: Echoes’ divisive dark world that has aged gracefully, and Pri…

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Ep 077. What It’s Really Like to Hit the SOS Button: Lessons from a Backcountry Rescue with Meg Atteberry 1:19:56

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This week, I’m joined by outdoor writer and long-time mountain adventurer Meg Atteberry for a raw, behind-the-scenes look at what really happens when you have to hit the SOS button in the backcountry. On day six of a seven-day high route in Wyoming’s Wind River Range, Meg and her friend found themselves in a true emergency — an injury miles from an…

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S4 E14 - Appeal Denied: A Second Look 22:37

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This is 22 Hours: A Second Look, where we revisit our original season alongside host Megan Cloherty. In this final episode, Megan continues her conversation with Abigail. She opens up about her feelings on the prosecution of Daron Wint, whether forgiveness is possible, and the questions she’d ask the man who killed her parents and brother. Original…

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1938 - The Awful Truth About the Oscars... 1:25:57

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I know, I know, another old Oscars ceremony from over 85 years ago. It can’t possibly be interesting! You can think that… but you’d be wrong! This year had 10 best picture nominees, covering a wide range of interesting topics — from the rise of fascism, the great Chicago fire and a love affair with Napoleon to the struggles of making it as an actre…

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285. Food Stamps to First Class: Power of Gratitude to Transform Life with Shilamida Friedman 29:10

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This will be the last episode before we return in 2026. HAPPY HOLIDAYS! In this empowering episode, transformation coach and podcast host Sheilamida Friedman shares how gratitude became her greatest superpower, taking her from food stamps to first-class living. She reveals how genuine gratitude shifts energy, transforms mindset, and attracts abunda…

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Ep 076. Thinking About Backpacking Badass? Listen to This First. 1:19:16

1M ago1:19:16

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Inside today’s episode, I’m sharing a special replay of a live Q&A session I hosted with Kellie from my team—all about what it actually looks like to become a Backpacking Badass. If you’ve been dreaming about leveling up your backpacking skills, craving more confidence on the trail, or wondering what it’s like inside the Backpacking Badass Program……

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Why Kirby Air Riders Is Great - NVC 789 1:11:35

1M ago1:11:35

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Kirby Air Riders is out tomorrow on Nintendo Switch 2, and we’re here to break down the IGN review! Join Logan Plant, Seth Macy, and Rebekah Valentine as Reb and Seth ask Logan all about his 30 hours in Kirby Air Riders. Hear why this is a fantastic return for Masahiro Sakurai, why Air Riders feels like jumping straight from Smash 64 to Ultimate, a…

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Ep 075. A Beginner’s First Year of Backpacking: Victoria’s Journey to Confidence & Solo Trips 1:10:52

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Today’s episode is a special one because we’re celebrating what’s possible in your very first year of backpacking. I’m joined by one of our Backpacking Badass students, Victoria, who joined the program during last year’s Black Friday enrollment… and since then, has completely transformed her outdoor life. Before the program, Victoria had only gone …

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S4 E13 - The Appeal: A Second Look 50:45

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This is 22 Hours: A Second Look, where we revisit our original season with host Megan Cloherty. In this episode, you’ll hear the final portion of Megan’s conversation with the prosecutors on the case. This segment dives into the investigation itself — how they coordinated with police, their thinking around Daron’s alibi, and the photos that never m…

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Bonus: Bring Me the Head of Sam Peckinpah! 1:17:47

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Few filmmakers achieve the level of notoriety and legendary status of Sam Peckinpah. He didn’t just direct movies — he detonated them. And while he never received any love from the Oscars, that was never his goal. Unflinching, uncompromising, and unrelenting, Peckinpah existed to turn on-screen violence into an art form… often in slow motion. Join …

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IGN’s Top 25 Nintendo Games + Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Preview - NVC 788 2:04:32

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IGN and Nintendo Life have fully revealed the top 100 Nintendo games of all time, so it’s time to break down the top 25! Join Logan Plant, Brian Altano, Rebekah Valentine, and Nintendo Life’s Alex Olney as they talk about every entry from 25 to 1, including the debate between the top two entries on the list. Then, stick around, because Logan played…

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284. The Audacity to Go After Your Dreams, Over and Over Again with Karla Singson 25:55

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In this inspiring episode, TEDx speaker and entrepreneur Carla Singson shares her journey of courage, reinvention, and self-awareness in pursuing her dreams over and over again. From overcoming fear, shame, and uncertainty to redefining success as peace and authenticity, Carla’s story reminds us that confidence and joy come from leaning into what f…

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Prelude: Gardens of Evil 6:18

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NEW True Crime Series from Gamut Podcast Network. Gardens of Evil: Inside the Zion Society Cult begins February 3rd. It was just another quiet neighborhood in small town America. At least, that's how it looked. But the immaculately groomed yards, trimmed hedges, and brightly colored flower gardens hid an insidious secret. More than a hundred reside…

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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Looks Out of This World - NVC 787 43:48

26d ago43:48

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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Trailer is here, and the NVC crew is blasting off to share their reactions! Join us, as we break down everything we saw from Nintendo’s next big animated adventure Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy IGN & Geek Media

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BREAKING: Major Breakthrough in Sherry Crandell Case from Season 2 18:27

1M ago18:27

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Megan Cloherty joins Paul Wagner, the host of American Nightmares: Murder in a Safe Place to discuss a major breakthrough in the Sherry Crandell case. On Monday investigators confirmed that the case has been solved. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Ep 074. Do It for the Plot: My 3 Rules for Living an Adventurous Life 33:49

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What if your life was the greatest adventure story you ever told? In this reflective episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on how I live (and teach) an adventurous life, not just on the trail, but every damn day. These are the 3 personal rules I come back to again and again, whether I’m navigating a rainstorm in Scotland, reworking a route mid-back…

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S4 E12 - The Breakdown Q&A #2: A Second Look 38:24

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This is 22 Hours: A Second Look, where we revisit our original season with host Megan Cloherty. In this episode, Megan is joined by Jack Moore and Julia Ziegler to answer listener questions. This was the last episode before our two updates after the trial, including Daron's choice to appeal and then the outcome of the court's ruling on that matter.…