Best Tim Carpenter Podcasts (2025)

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S10 Ep8: The Grave Robber: Inside the FBI’s Art Crime Team and Its Most Unusual Case with Tim Carpenter 1:03:57

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Former FBI agent Tim Carpenter led the Bureau’s Art Crime Team, chasing down everything from stolen masterworks to looted antiquities. In this conversation, he joins Chris to discuss his new book The Grave Robber, a gripping account of the biggest stolen artifacts case in FBI history. Tim recounts the investigation into Don Miller, an amateur colle…

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Cork Talk with Chris Carpenter 40:52

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Regarded as one of the best winemakers in the world, with a particular love for Cabernet Sauvignon and other Bordeaux grapes, Chris Carpenter oversees seven different projects for Jackson Family Wines in the Napa Valley, Washington State and Australia’s McLaren Vale. Our in-depth conversation covered everything from mountain vineyards to tannin ext…

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S10 Ep11: Reality Winner on the Leak That Changed Her Life 1:09:22

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In this special conversation, Chris speaks with Reality Winner — the former Air Force linguist and NSA contractor who leaked evidence of Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. election and served the longest prison sentence ever imposed for an unauthorized disclosure. Winner reflects on her decision, the weaponization of the Espionage Act, her years…

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Cork Talk with Amanda Thomson 41:58

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Amanda Thomson was a successful TV journalist, interviewing the likes of Salman Rushdie and George Clooney, when she decided to give it all up and move to Paris to study wine. After making her name with the Skinny Champagne brand, she’s since developed a range of non-alcoholic wines under the Noughty label. I caught up with her to talk about spinni…

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A CineClub Halloween: Return of the Slashers 54:17

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What better way to end the Halloween series of episodes than a gorefest of slasher films? The team of Matthew, Elliott, Billy and Jake start by dissecting the Evil Dead Trilogy then move on to cut through the big slasher franchises of Saw and Hellraiser. Finally, the discussion tears into the more modern slasher series of Terrifier films and the Bl…

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SSC 105: Halloween (Carpenter, 1978) 1:23:56

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In Halloween, a masked killer returns to his quiet suburban hometown after escaping a mental institution and begins stalking a babysitter and her friends on Halloween night. Starring Jamie Lee Curtis and Donald Pleasence and directed by John Carpenter, Halloween was released October 25, 1978. Recommendations: Tim — The Hitcher (Harmon, 1986)—where …

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Seeing Beyond Sight: Andrew Leland's Journey Through Blindness 30:54

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Andrew Leland joins us for a deeply engaging chat about his life and his memoir, The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight. This isn't just any old memoir; it's a journey through the intricate layers of navigating life as someone experiencing blindness. Picture this: Andrew, a writer and audio producer, begins to lose his sight but ins…

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Double-Dividends from Nature-Risk: Using Geospatial Data to Pinpoint Hidden Alpha in Global Portfolios (#110) 1:56:22

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My guest today is Laura Segafredo – Chief Growth Officer at NatureAlpha, and a systems thinker who’s spent the last twenty years connecting science, policy, and capital to build tools that help finance face the realities of the climate crisis. Laura began her career as an energy economist in Europe and California, contributing to major climate poli…

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S10 Ep10: Espresso Martini | Gaza’s Fragile Peace, a UK Spy Trial Collapses, and How U.S. Research Fuels China’s Military 1:06:10

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A fragile ceasefire in Gaza, the collapse of a UK spy trial, and a damning new report on China’s exploitation of U.S. defense research—Chris and Matt unpack a pivotal few weeks in global politics and intelligence. They assess the Trump-brokered truce between Israel and Hamas, the role of Jared Kushner, Qatar, and Tony Blair in the deal, and why Net…

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A CineClub Halloween: Tim Burton 53:09

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The Halloween season continues this week with a deep dive into the work of the acclaimed and quirky director, Tim Burton. The spotlight falls on Beetlejuice (1988), Alice in Wonderful (2010), Ed Wood (1994), Sleepy Hollow (1999) and Corpse Bride (2005). This weeks Four Horsemen, Jake, Dion, Rhys and new presenter Elliott, debate the typical feature…

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Cork Talk with Andy Neather 41:41

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Andy Neather worked at Friends of the Earth in the late 1990s, and it turned him into an environmentalist. Now a freelance journalist, he’s just co-authored a very timely book about wine and sustainability with Jane Masters MW. His research took him all over the world, looking at the effects of climate change and the broader challenges facing the w…

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From Cubicle to CEO: Misty Lynch's journey to freedom in finance 19:39

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Misty Lynch, CFP® is a personal finance expert and the Owner and CEO of Sound View Financial Advisors, LLC. Misty hosts the unscripted reality show HEARTBROKE and the Demystifying Money podcast. She is also the author of the DEMYSTIFYING MONEY book and a personal finance expert.By Flavia Berys: Podcaster, attorney, author & educator

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No Soup for You? Not Anymore! Anne Carpenter Shares Her Secrets 42:43

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Imagine curling up with a steaming bowl of soup that wraps around you like a warm hug. That's the sort of comfort that Anne Carpenter, a soup aficionado with over 30 years of experience, brings to the table. In our conversation, we unwrap her latest book, Soup for You, where she dishes out not just recipes but also wisdom on elevating your soup gam…

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Sustainability 2.0: How Growth Investors Unlock Hidden ROI from ESG Metrics (#109) 1:11:13

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My guest is Nidhi Chadda, founder and CEO of Enzo Advisors – a female- and minority-led sustainability and climate advisory firm that helps companies and investors integrate ESG factors into strategy and performance. She’s a former Wall Street portfolio manager who believes ESG isn’t about politics – it’s about disciplined risk management and long-…

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S10 Ep9: John le Carré's Tradecraft with Dr. Jessica Douthwaite 46:54

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Chris speaks with historian Dr. Jessica Douthwaite, co-curator of John le Carré: Tradecraft at Oxford’s Bodleian Library. They explore how le Carré—born David Cornwell—approached his extensive research, the selection process for the exhibition, and the political evolution reflected in his works. Jessica emphasizes le Carré’s identity as a writer wh…

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A CineClub Halloween: Underrated Horror Sequels 50:20

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Continuing the Halloween series, the team of Matthew, Billy, Jake, and Dion discuss underrated horror sequels. Everyone picks their favourite under-appreciated horror and there’s a lot of love and laughs in the episode while the team chat about Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990), Halloween 2 (1981), Blade II (2002) and Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 (1986…

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Cork Talk with Natasha Hughes 48:12

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Beaujolais suffers from a lot of myths that “don’t stack up”, according to Natasha Hughes MW, whose new book about the region is the most comprehensive yet. We sat down to talk about Beaujolais Nouveau, the characters of the ten Crus, the influence of the so-called Gang of Four, Gamay’s underrated diversity, the rise of Crémant de Bourgogne, the di…

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Tim Waurick: The Man Behind the Melodies 43:56

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Tim Warrick is not just a tenor; he’s a powerhouse of barbershop harmony, and this episode captures his essence beautifully. With roots that trace back to singing at age four, Tim has built a career that intertwines his passion for music with a dedication to education and community. Our conversation kicks off with Tim recounting his early days in a…

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From Spruce Goose to Space: The Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum 39:31

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Terry Howell, the Chief Operating Officer of the Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum, takes us on a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of aviation history. Nestled in McMinnville, Oregon, this museum is not just a collection of aircraft; it’s a vibrant hub dedicated to preserving the stories of those who flew them and the technology behi…

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Moving from IRR to IMM: Investing Based on the Impact Multiple of Money | Michael Etzel, Bridgespan (#108) 1:48:01

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My guest today is Michael Etzel – a partner at Bridgespan, and one of the key architects behind a shift that’s still unfolding: the effort to bring hard-nosed analytical discipline to a field once seen as closer to charity than capital. Michael came to this work from the social sector, back when “impact investing” wasn’t yet a defined field. At Bri…

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S10 Ep7: Race Against Terror with Jake Tapper 49:37

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CNN’s Jake Tapper joins Matt to discuss his new book Race Against Terror, a gripping true story of the US hunt and prosecution of an al-Qaeda fighter named Spin Ghul. They trace the case’s origins in Italy and Afghanistan, its lessons about justice and accountability after 9/11, and what it reveals about how America wages its “forever war.” Tapper …

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Financial Freedom Begins When You Stop Chasing Perfect 23:09

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Jeffrey Panik is the Founder of Balance Wealth Partners and a financial advisor with over 25 years of experience. A U.S. Army veteran and first generation college graduate, Jeff combines disciplined insight with deep empathy to help pre-retirees navigate the complex landscape of Social Security, Medicare, income planning, and succession strategy. H…

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A CineClub Halloween: John Carpenter 42:01

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In the second episode of the Halloween series the team discuss the filmography of John Carpenter. As a director, writer and composer, Carpenter deserves his reputation as a filmmaking genius. His back catalogue includes Halloween (1978), The Fog (1980) and The Thing (1982). Billy, Rhys, Dion and Jake have a lot of fun chatting about ‘Carpenter ener…

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Cork Talk with Simon Farr 46:08

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Simon Farr’s career in the wine business spans 50 years, a half century that’s seen him work in vineyards, retail, wholesaling and the fine wine as well as investing in a pioneering venture in South Africa. A serial entrepreneur who says he’s a “very quick learner, eventually”, he has strong and well-founded views about Bordeaux en primeur, shiftin…

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Chicken, Catfish, and Community: Rick Lewis' Culinary Journey 51:21

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Rick Lewis is more than just a chef; he's a culinary storyteller whose journey is as flavorful as his dishes. His career began in a mom-and-pop restaurant, where he honed his skills and learned the essence of what it means to create comforting, heartfelt food. Fast forward to today, and Rick has made a name for himself in the St. Louis food scene, …

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Remembering Jeff Meldrum and Jane Goodall | ST 67 1:31:03

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In this installment of Sasquatch Tracks, the team reunites after a short hiatus to remember the life and work of a pair of icons in the field of anthropology, with the passing of Dr. Jeffrey Meldrum and Dr. Jane Goodall. Dr. Jane Morris Goodall, renowned primatologist, ethologist, and conservationist, dedicated her life to expanding humanity's unde…

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EP 10: Labor Lounge LIVE at the New Jersey Women Business Leaders Forum 28:49

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By Anthony Abrantes & Cyndie Williams

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40% IRR & Social Justice: How Vox Built Brazil’s 1st Impact Fund Scaling Solutions for the Base of the Pyramid (#107) 1:37:42

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By Scott Arnell

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S10 Ep6: Espresso Martini | Hegseth’s Lecture, an NYC SIM Farm Bust, Spies in a Shutdown, and MI6’s Silent Courier 1:03:49

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This week, Chris and Matt break down Pete Hegseth’s speech at Quantico, where he and President Trump summoned 800 generals and admirals for what turned out to be a culture-war lecture on grooming standards and “wokeness.” They examine what it says about civil-military relations in Trump’s second term and the risks in treating the armed forces as a …

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A CineClub Halloween: Horror Make Up and SFX 54:24

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This week the team begin a short series of podcasts in the run up to Halloween. Kicking off the season, Rhys, Jake, Dion and Billy decide to focus upon the often-overlooked artistry of horror film make up and special effects. The discussion centres upon the work of Stan Winston, Jack Pierce, Rick Baker and Chris Walas. The team wax lyrical about th…

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Understanding Stuttering: Personal Stories and Professional Perspectives 56:45

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In a lively discussion about stuttering, the episode shines a light on the often-overlooked community of individuals who stutter. Our guests, Christine Rose, Jamie Saunders-Anglin, and Molly Porzel, offer a wealth of knowledge and personal anecdotes that enrich the conversation. Christine, a seasoned speech-language pathologist, drives home the poi…

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Accidental Father of Impact: Nick O'Donohoe on Leading BSC, BII & Building Investability in Emerging Markets (#106) 1:34:56

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My guest today is Nick O’Donohoe CMG – former CEO of British International Investment, co-founder of Big Society Capital, and one of the early figures to frame impact investing as a financial discipline. Nick spent nearly three decades in global banking – first at Goldman Sachs, then at JPMorgan, where he rose to become Global Head of Research. Whe…

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S10 Ep5: Train Like a Spy with SpyQ 32:09

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On todays special podcast, Chris is joined by Gavin Stone and James Foster to discuss “Spy-Q,” a tradecraft-for-civilians training event that turns elicitation, deception detection, influence, behavioural profiling, resilience, and memory techniques into practical tools you can actually use. Find out more information about SpyQ and register: https:…

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S10 Ep4: Syria After Assad with Aaron Zelin 58:36

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Nearly a year after Bashar al-Assad fled Damascus, Syria is struggling to chart a path forward. This week, Matt is joined by Aaron Zelin of the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, who has just returned from a rare trip inside the country where he met with President Ahmed al-Sharaa. They unpack Sharaa’s unlikely rise from jihadist commander t…

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Blurred Lines and Fractured Minds: Black Swan and Perfect Blue on The CineClub Podcast? 26:48

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This week the team grapple with the boundaries of filmic inspiration vs filmic remake. At the centre of discussions are Satoshi Kon’s anime Perfect Blue (1997) and Aronofsky’s live action Black Swan (2010). There is a detailed comparison of storylines, endings and themes, and at times the chat becomes quite heated…. Our presenters are Rhys, Billy, …

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Cork Talk with Jonas Olofsson 43:58

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Author of The Forgotten Sense, a fascinating book about smell, Jonas Olofsson is an olfactory scientist and a professor of psychology at the University of Stockholm. Our in-depth chat covered everything from retronasal olfaction to amoebas, scent marketing to human pheromones, anosmia to sour herring. Listening to Professor Olofsson will change the…

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SSC 104: The Shining (Kubrick, 1980) 1:27:35

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In The Shining, a family heads to an isolated hotel for the winter where a sinister presence influences the father into violence. The young son, gifted with psychic abilities, witnesses disturbing visions of the past and future. Starring Danny Lloyd, Jack Nicholson and Shelley Duvall and directed by Stanley Kubrick, The Shining was released May 23,…

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The Terrifying Math of Stranded Assets: Why Oil & Gas Valuations May Be Off by $100+ Trillion | Mark Campanale (#105) 1:40:58

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In this episode, I sit down with Mark Campanale, founder of Carbon Tracker and Planet Tracker, best known for introducing one of the most disruptive ideas in climate finance: the carbon bubble. Mark’s journey began in his 20s, crossing the Sahara and working in a famine camp, where he first saw how capital, policy, and poverty were deeply linked. A…

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The Intersection of Art, History, Science, & Route 66 40:44

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The Neon Museum of St. Louis is not just a place; it's a vibrant testament to the intersection of art, history, and science, all wrapped up in the glow of neon lights. Executive director, Deborah Katon lights up the captivating journey of the museum located on the neon highway, Route 66. The Neon Museum, which started as a pop-up gallery showcases …

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S10 Ep3: Espresso Martini | Five Eyes Fractures, Israel’s Doha Strike, and Tradecraft for Civvies 1:04:02

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In this week’s episode, Chris and Matt take another look at the political assault on the US intelligence community and its strain on Five Eyes, pushing partners to question sharing or holding information back, even as the core bonds endure for now. Chris then previews “Spy-Q,” a tradecraft-for-civilians training event that turns elicitation, decept…

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You’re Going to Need a Bigger Episode: Spielberg on the CineClub Podcast 55:19

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This week Jake, Billy, Matthew and Rhys ponder the genius of Stephen Spielberg. Can you believe he made Jaws (1975) when he was only 28 years old? The team choose their personal favourites and mark out some repeating patterns in the films and what makes a Spielberg classic! It’s a long one this week – but how could it not be, have you seen Spielber…