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Every weekday afternoon, Power & Politics guides Canadians through the country's political news, with a regular cast of political panellists and the continuously unfolding drama of the Canadian political scene.
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Strict Scrutiny

Crooked Media

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Strict Scrutiny is a podcast about the United States Supreme Court and the legal culture that surrounds it. Hosted by three badass constitutional law professors-- Leah Litman, Kate Shaw, and Melissa Murray-- Strict Scrutiny provides in-depth, accessible, and irreverent analysis of the Supreme Court and its cases, culture, and personalities. Each week, Leah, Kate, and Melissa break down the latest headlines and biggest legal questions facing our country, emphasizing what it all means for our ...
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The Rachman Review

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Gideon Rachman, the Financial Times chief foreign affairs columnist talks to the decision-makers and thinkers who are shaping world affairs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Political Theory Review

Jeffrey Church

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Conversations with scholars on recent books in Political Theory and Social and Political Philosophy. This podcast is not affiliated with the University of Houston, and no opinions expressed on this podcast are that of the University of Houston. Image: Jean Jacques Rousseau (1712–1778), After a model by Jean Antoine Houdon (French, Versailles 1741–1828 Paris), in the public domain courtesy of the Metropolitan Museum of Art
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WDF examines how wars broke out, how they were concluded, and their consequences. Expect juicy diplomacy, sneaky intrigue, fascinating characters, and incredible drama. By Dr Zack Twamley, qualified history nerd. Current Series: The July Crisis Patreon Series: The Age of Bismarck Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Join hosts Scott Shafer and Marisa Lagos as they unpack the day in politics with a California perspective. Featuring interviews with reporters and other insiders involved in the craft of politics—including elected officials, candidates, pollsters, campaign managers, fundraisers, and other political players—Political Breakdown pulls back the curtain to offer an insider’s glimpse at how politics works today.
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Another Not Guilty

Another Not Guilty

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True crime's forbidden stories of the criminal system from the insiders' perspective of public defenders told with a little humor, drama, and passion for criminal justice reform. Visit us at www.anothernotguiltypod.com
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Light Treason

Light Treason

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Pop culture, politics, and a sprinkle of treason. We know stuff sucks, but let's remember what makes us happy. Listen to host Allison Kilkenny interview fascinating people and wild characters in this political-comedy podcast
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The Final Word on all things Political and Pop Cultural. Comedic duo Frangela makes "Real News. REAL FUNNY!" Your positive "Back Up AND Black Up!" here to inspire you to #RESIST! Subscribe, review, and get a new episode each week! As a quick listen option, we also give you our classic "Idiot of the Week" in a separate podcast.
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Political Theater

CQ Roll Call

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Have you ever asked, “WTF?,” about politics? Or, “who are these people making decisions about my life?” Political Theater pulls back the curtain on the stunts, antics and motivations that drive Washington. Host Jason Dick and the Roll Call team spotlight the spectacle, the players and what’s going on behind the curtain in Washington’s long-running drama: Congress.
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The Emily Show

Baker Media, LLC.

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Get ready for some legal drama and a whole lot of sass on The Emily Show, hosted by none other than the internet's favorite legal analyst, Emily D Baker. With over 17 years of experience as a lawyer and former LA Deputy District Attorney, Emily gives you the lowdown on the hottest legal stories everyone is talking about. Her unique blend of smarts, sarcasm, and colorful language will have you laughing and learning at the same time. But that's not all, y'all! Emily shares her wild and hilario ...
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Give Me Away

Gideon Media

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From the writer of The Message, Life/After, and Steal the Stars. They call the crashed spaceship “The Ghosthouse” because it screams—the screams of thousands of extraterrestrial political prisoners trapped in its horrific mainframe. The only way to free them... is to transfer them into humans willing to share their minds with a second consciousness forever. Who would volunteer for that?
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Compromised

Amanda Roundtree

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Compromised, is a cyberpunk audio drama, taking place in a futuristic Philadelphia. Follow FritX and Psyl0 as their world is turned upside down and they learn to find their way through this future version of America.
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The Bravo Docket

Cesie and Angela

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Welcome to The Bravo Docket, where reality TV drama meets the courtroom. Join Cesie and Angela, two attorneys with a passion for pop culture, as they dive into the juiciest lawsuits and legal battles in the world of Bravo. Each episode breaks down sensational legal disputes, making complex issues both engaging and accessible. Whether you're here for facts, fun, or Law 101, get ready to laugh, learn, and lawyer up with The Bravo Docket! Cesie is admitted to the State Bars of California and Ne ...
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Legal Wars

Wondery

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The courtroom can be a battlefield over money, people’s rights, and even their lives. For some cases, the consequences can affect us long after the verdict is read. Based on extensive interviews and court transcripts, Wondery’s new podcast LEGAL WARS puts you inside the jury box of some of the most famous court cases in American history, including Hulk Hogan’s courtroom wrestling match with Gawker, the battle for free speech on the internet, and the Rodney King trial that set off the LA Riot ...
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The Best Political Show, hosted by Luke Rudkowski and Clint Russell is a distinguished platform for political discourse. Luke and Clint bring their wealth of experience to the podcast. Together, they share compelling conversations with prominent guests, offering a unique blend of riveting interviews and thought-provoking discussions. The podcast not only delivers incisive news commentary but also emphasizes personal responsibility, urging listeners to embrace self-driven health, happiness, a ...
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Throw Out the Rundown: 'The Newsroom' Podcast

Throw Out the Rundown: 'The Newsroom' Podcast

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Throw Out the Rundown: 'The Newsroom' Podcast is the #1 podcast for all things 'The Newsroom' covering everything you need to know about Season 2 of the hit HBO show. Featuring the internets Weston, Adam & McManus. The boys breakdown blocks of insightful commentary, rumors, news and more on the best 'The Newsroom' podcast on the planet!
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The Worst of All Possible Worlds

Josh Boerman, A.J. Ditty, and Brian Alford

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The first and only podcast bringing you weekly case studies in the pop culture of a dying empire. Every Wednesday, co-hosts Josh, Brian, and A.J. dissect an artifact of popular culture, breaking down how its narrative choices reflect or subvert the reactionary political project. From video games to movies to theater to an apparently infinite supply of evangelical Christian radio drama, we expose the machinations of the worst of all possible worlds in order to figure out how to build a better ...
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WEIRD

Vito Laterza & Louis Römer

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This podcast offers a global, unconventional perspective on the US election and is hosted by anthropologists Vito Laterza & Louis Römer. Engaging commentary on what Kamala Harris, Tim Walz, Donald Trump, JD Vance and other political players say, but also how they say it - the vibes, the emotions, the drama.
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Practically Political

Dave Spencer, Carrie Sheffield

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Pragmatism is Patriotism. The goal of Practically Political is to engage and motivate citizens who are fact- and issue-oriented, invite conversation, respect differences of opinion, believe in compromise and put sound policy before partisanship. Whether you’re a Republican, Democrat or Independent, if your bottom line is to get our government working again to serve the best interests of all Americans, then please join us in making our voices heard. This is not the time to give into hopelessn ...
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Call Jonathan Pie

BBC Radio 4

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Political journalist Jonathan Pie gets a radio phone-in show and as his personal and professional worlds collide we see why he's so incredibly angry about absolutely everything.
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Elon Musk’s sprawling business empire has granted the billionaire a degree of power and global influence that transcends the industries he’s reshaped. He is the leader of no fewer than six hugely influential companies, spanning electric vehicles to wartime communications, and their innovations could shape the fates of nations. Musk is polarizing, confounding and inescapable. And he is the biggest business story of our time. Each week, listen in as host David Papadopoulos convenes a panel of ...
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It's "The West Wing" meets "Nancy Drew" - a podcast for little girls and political junkies. Legend says whoever sees the Demon Cat of Capitol Hill is cursed. Fina Mendoza, the 10-year old daughter of a congressman, just saw it. Can she save her family from “cat”astrophe? These are the Fina Mendoza Mysteries. www.finamendozamysteries.com
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Sound Politics

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A podcast about the candidates, policies, and perspectives shaping the Pacific Northwest. Produced by KUOW in Seattle. There’s a lot to wade through when it comes to Washington State politics. The drama, the facts, the money, and the movers and shakers. In Sound Politics KUOW host Libby Denkmann and politics reporter Scott Greenstone go beyond the ballot to guide you through what’s happening in local politics, why it matters, and how you can use your vote to make a difference. New episodes e ...
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Ad Lucem

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The year is 2032, and the revolutionary tech company AD LUCEM O.I. has over 10 million subscribers. Their Corporeal Augmented Reality Assistant, or CARA for short, is a massive success. CARA isn’t just another listening device. It’s a virtual assistant, helmed by a live operator, who responds to the wants and needs of their clients in real time – the way only a human can. With an update to this game-changing technology on the horizon, the company’s CEO is poised to capture the fame and fortu ...
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The History Extra podcast brings you gripping stories from the past and fascinating historical conversations with the world's leading historical experts. Help us understand how the History Extra podcast fits into your life by taking part in our latest research. SURVEY LINK: https://immediateinsiders.com/uc/admin/a1cd/?a=1&b=4 Produced by the team behind BBC History Magazine, History Extra is a free history podcast, with episodes released six times a week. Subscribe now for the real stories b ...
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MissTrial

MeidasTouch Network

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Step into the courtroom with MissTrial, a gripping new legal podcast where justice meets real-life drama, co-hosted by 3 accomplished women: Karen Friedman Agnifilo, the former Chief Assistant District Attorney at the Manhattan DA's office currently prosecuting Donald Trump; E. Danya Perry, former SDNY Federal Prosecutor and currently the formidable attorney representing Michael Cohen as he faced down Trump; and, Kathleen Rice, the first ever woman elected as Nassau County District Attorney ...
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Academy

Wondery | AT WILL MEDIA

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Welcome to Bishop Gray Academy, a world of high-stakes and cut-throat competition. Academy, a riveting coming-of-age audio drama co-produced by AT WILL MEDIA and Wondery, follows the story of Ava Richards, a scholarship student who transfers to Bishop Gray, one of the most elite and competitive boarding schools in America. As Ava tries to find her place in this high-pressure environment, she soon crosses paths with an underground society known as The Night of the Wolf, which caters to the sc ...
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It's on. Twice a week, award-winning journalist Kara Swisher gets to the heart of the story through no-holds-barred interviews with power players across business, tech, media, politics and beyond. So why do her guests show up? “Smart people,” says Kara, “like difficult questions.” Mondays and Thursdays from New York Magazine and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
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Haymarket Originals is a new home for audio deep dives, by and for the left—brought to you by Haymarket Books. The first Haymarket Originals project is FRAGILE JUGGERNAUT: WHAT WAS THE CIO? Through a limited run of twenty episodes, a group of labor historians and organizers will revisit the near-mythical history of the Congress of Industrial Organizations (CIO)—and the high water mark of US labor activity in the 1930s and 1940s—in the context of today’s critical juncture in the labor movemen ...
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Mike Rispoli presents: The LNBE Podcast. LNBE stands for "Literally Nothing, but Everything" and the goal is to touch on what his thoughts and opinions are…just like every other podcast...but in his own style.
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Delusions Of Grandeur

Emily Gadek & Kelly Jones

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Emily and Kelly grew up before Star Wars returned to the big screen—when novels were fans' only hope. Now, they're re-reading them with fresh eyes for plot twists, new characters, and surprisingly apt socio-political themes. Delusions of Grandeur is a podcast about the good, the bad, and the truly bizarre stories of the Star Wars novels. delusionspod.com
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Terms

Airship | Wondery

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On election night, two-term president Oliver Pierce watches in disbelief from the White House as Charles Dunwalke wins a controversial electoral college victory. With only 73 days before Dunwalke’s inauguration, president Pierce makes a secret decision to act, with historic and possibly catastrophic consequences.
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Take Two With Cola Cares

COLA: The College of Liberal Arts at Norfolk State University

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The College is composed of eight departments, seven of which are academic. The College of Liberal Arts consists of ten undergraduate and six graduate degree programs which are housed in the departments of: English and Foreign Languages, History and Interdisciplinary Studies, Mass Communications, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, and Visual and Performing Arts (which houses Music, Fine Arts, and Drama/Theater).
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Ajatshatru by Jaishankar Prasad is a historical drama that delves into the life of an ancient Indian king from the Haryanka dynasty who ruled Magadha. The play explores themes of power, ambition, and morality, depicting Ajatshatru's complex character as he navigates the turbulent political landscape of his time. Beautifully narrated for Krity by Siddharth Joshi. Visit https://krity.app/ for more books and to become a narrator. Follow us on Instagram @krity.app and stay updated with the lates ...
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The Dex Legacy

Alternative Stories

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Join Varian, Isra and Ren as they battle to maintain every ounce of their humanity against a despotic regime determined to turn them into monsters. As prototype enhanced soldiers they have been raised in the lab and on the training quad, and now it’s time to unleash them on the world. Their adopted father, President of the Dex Industries weapons corporation and the newly formed Dex Island nation, uses every asset at his disposal to steer world politics… but some assets are easier to control ...
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Wayward Guide For The Untrained Eye

Tin Can Bros, Brian Rosenthal, Joey Richter, Corey Lubowich

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Wayward Guide is a fictional investigative podcast about the sordid world of local politics, backroom dealings, and werewolves. When an alluring corporate corruption story falls unexpectedly into their laps, twin podcasting-team Artemis and Paul Schue-Horyn are given the chance to prove themselves as top hosts at the American Podcasting Network. But opportunity soon leads to tragedy as the eccentric and divided locals they are interviewing in the small California mining town of Connor Creek ...
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Vote For Love

RomComPods

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What if your job depended on the guy who ghosted you? Lucy is an intern for the Governor of Texas… who has a VERY cute son. They had the perfect first date... until Lincoln disappeared! Now, eight years later, her boss is running for President... and they need Lincoln's help to turn the campaign around! RomComPods is Co-Written, Produced, and Directed by Rachael King and Becca Freeman. More at romcompods.com.
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Eating For Free

Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson

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Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome YouTubers or scandal-ridden A-Listers, and delve deep into the inner workings of Hollywood's favorite pastime. The truth, they've found, is definitely stranger than any gossip.
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The Best Political Show, hosted by Luke Rudkowski and Clint Russell is a distinguished platform for political discourse. Luke and Clint bring their wealth of experience to the podcast. Together, they share compelling conversations with prominent guests, offering a unique blend of riveting interviews and thought-provoking discussions. The podcast no…
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It's crunch time in the California Capitol. Lawmakers have until midnight tomorrow to pass legislation out of both houses and send it to the governor for his signature or veto. Marisa and Guy talk about the end-of-session controversies and Sacramento drama with KCRA capitol correspondent Ashley Zavala. This conversation was recorded on Friday morni…
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With the presidential election fast approaching, foreign adversaries are working hard behind the scenes to sow chaos and influence U.S. public opinion. Marisa and Scott are joined by Emily Harding, who has worked for the CIA, led the Senate investigation into 2016 Russian election interference and now works at the at the Center for Strategic and In…
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In May 1980, TV coverage of the world snooker final was interrupted by live footage of men in black balaclavas abseiling down the walls of the Iranian Embassy in London. This was Operation Nimrod, a daring SAS plan to free dozens of hostages who'd been held captive in the building for almost a week by a group of gunmen. In his new book, bestselling…
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Sound Politics is breaking down the big debate! You know it - the one that had you glued to your TV screen, the one all of your group chats were blowing up about, the one that culminated in a cat selfie on Instagram. No, not that debate - we're talking about the first governor's race debate showdown between former Republican congressman Dave Reiche…
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In this engaging and thought-provoking episode, hosts Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield sit down with special guest Bill Walton, host of The Bill Walton Show and a key figure in planning the Trump economic policy in 2017. Bill brings his vast experience in economics and policy to the table as they dive deep into the recent debate between Kamala Har…
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The Best Political Show, hosted by Luke Rudkowski and Clint Russell is a distinguished platform for political discourse. Luke and Clint bring their wealth of experience to the podcast. Together, they share compelling conversations with prominent guests, offering a unique blend of riveting interviews and thought-provoking discussions. The podcast no…
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Back in March, Alabama, Arkansas, California, North Carolina and Texas held their congressional primaries, kicking off a mini-epoch of intra-party contests (mostly, with some exceptions), that has just now concluded with Tuesday’s primaries in New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Delaware (sort of; thanks Louisiana). So what’s it all about? What can we …
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Last week, the Department of Justice announced major indictments alleging that, among other things, the Kremlin was paying right-wing influencers, like Dave Rubin, Tim Pool, and Benny Johnson, to spread Russian propaganda. The payments were funneled through a Tennessee-based company called Tenet Media, and while Rubin, Pool, and Johnson deny knowle…
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Sept. 12, 2024 - Air Canada and its pilots still haven't reached a contract deal. This means a strike affecting tens of thousands of air travellers daily could come as early as Sunday. We speak to Newfoundland and Labrador's Minister of Tourism Steve Crocker, who's bracing for the impact on his province. Plus, should federal public servants be comp…
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Ukraine’s incursion into the Kursk region of Russia represented another sign that Vladimir Putin’s invasion is not going to plan. But numerous setbacks, and the sanctions regime imposed by the west, have so far failed to loosen the Russian leader’s grip on power. Gideon discusses why Russians are still backing Putin with Alexander Gabuev of the Car…
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In which we talk about our personal 9/11s, for Joan: the Rachel Zoe divorce, for Matt: Dr. Nicole leaving RHOM. We also talk JLo and Matt Damon, JT’s DUI plea deal, Taylor Swift and Kamala Harris, as well as Chappell Roan’s interview in Rolling Stone. About: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast …
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Vice President Kamala Harris is widely considered to have won last night's debate against former President Donald Trump. Harris had Trump playing defense most of the night — a stark contrast to the June debate between Trump and President Joe Biden. Scott, Marisa and Guy dissect each candidate's best and worst moments and what difference it'll make …
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Nothing is more synonymous with ancient Egypt than mummification. But why was this postmortem practice actually performed? And what other rituals and beliefs surrounded death in the ancient civilisation? In the fourth episode of Ancient Egypt: the big questions, Emily Briffett and Campbell Price meet the pantheon of Egypt’s gods and goddesses and t…
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Sometimes, you simply cannot get through five chapters of a Star Wars because there is TOO MUCH TO TALK ABOUT. A cover that gives Luke Skywalker an insane glow-up (and a normal haircut for once), and shows the Falcon at her best (flying off into a romantic sunset). A book that's unafraid to begin with the number one scourge of the 90s (ACID RAIN) a…
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Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code LAWNERD at https://LumeDeodorant.com! #lumepod #ad Go to https://shopify.com/lawnerd now to grow your business – no matter what stage you’re in. Karen Read has a new interview on ABC's 20/20 show. I reveal my thoughts on the episode and how this could affect her 2025 Ret…
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Send us a text Ever wondered why Hollywood keeps churning out sequels where everyone got offed in the first movie? Or how methamphetamine ended up concealed in celery? Buckle up for this wild ride on the MT Alternative Podcast! Daniel launches us into a whirlwind of humor and sarcasm as we recount Tom's misadventures at the Happy Valley Fiddlers Co…
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The Best Political Show, hosted by Luke Rudkowski and Clint Russell is a distinguished platform for political discourse. Luke and Clint bring their wealth of experience to the podcast. Together, they share compelling conversations with prominent guests, offering a unique blend of riveting interviews and thought-provoking discussions. The podcast no…
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The Best Political Show, hosted by Luke Rudkowski and Clint Russell is a distinguished platform for political discourse. Luke and Clint bring their wealth of experience to the podcast. Together, they share compelling conversations with prominent guests, offering a unique blend of riveting interviews and thought-provoking discussions. The podcast no…
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Mattie Lubchansky (Boys Weekend) and the lads hop in Benny the Cab and floor it to Toontown as they cover Robert Zemeckis’ seminal live-action/animated triumph: Who Framed Roger Rabbit? Topics include the perfect storm of the film’s creation, the meticulous production design, and the vital importance of venerating comedy that hits you like a piano …
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Sept. 11, 2024 - Kamala Harris put Donald Trump on the defensive in their first presidential debate, sparring over the economy, abortion and their fitness for office. Power & Politics asks Republican and Democratic strategists how the candidates' performances could affect the election. Plus, are the Liberals coming out of their summer caucus retrea…
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It’s Debate Night in America: former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are squaring off in their one and only scheduled debate. This event is historic in many ways and the stakes could not be higher for the candidates and for the nation. What do both candidates need to accomplish? And what kinds of questions will they get? And…
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The story of Native American societies decimated by European arrival is a familiar one. But, while undoubtedly important, that’s only one part of the story. In her new book Native Nations, Kathleen DuVal looks back at 1,000 years of the history of North America's Indigenous people to uncover a richer, more complex picture. The book is shortlisted f…
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Does Elon Musk consider all of his companies to be one giant company? That’s something that comes up in today’s episode as host David, Dana and Max consider a recent report on Tesla potentially giving up future revenue in exchange for access to Musk’s artificial intelligence startup, xAI access. That brings up corporate governance issues. And then,…
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Ever wonder if porn stars have relatable workday conversations like the rest of us? I kick off this week's episode with a raw, unscripted rant about my recent tech woes that erased all my notes, leading me to some humorous and curious speculations. But the mood quickly changes as I address a deeply tragic event—the loss of hockey players John and M…
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Sept. 10, 2024 - The stakes couldn't be higher for Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, set to face off in the U.S. presidential debate. The CBC's Paul Hunter brings us the latest from the big event. Plus, the Liberals return to Parliament next week without the NDP's guaranteed support. Power & Politics asks Bloc deputy House leader Christine Normandin …
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Real democracy involves two or more candidates squaring off in elections giving voters a real choice for office. And yet, throughout the United States thousands of elections go uncontested, leaving voters with no choice other than to vote for the one candidate on the ballot or not vote at all. The progressive non-profit Contest Every Race say more …
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From pioneering railways and awe-inspiring bridges to ocean-spanning passenger ships and flatpack hospitals, there was no engineering challenge too ambitious for Isambard Kingdom Brunel. The impressive creations of this cigar-chomping polymath changed the face of Victorian Britain, but, as Tim Bryan tells Ellie Cawthorne in today's 'Life of the wee…
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Welcome to another rollicking episode of "Idiot of the Week," where we dive headfirst into the wacky, the absurd, and the downright head-scratching. Buckle up as we unravel the tales of this week’s contenders for the coveted title of supreme idiot! Tesla Troubles: Meet the Tesla owner who took the phrase "power up" a bit too literally by plugging t…
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Get 20% OFF @honeylove by going to https://www.honeylove.com/LAWNERD! #honeylovepod #ad On Friday, September 6th, Karen Read was interviewed on ABC's 20/20 show. I share my initial thoughts on the show and what this could mean for the upcoming retrial in 2025. I will go more in depth in this week's podcast episode. The Commonwealth filed motions to…
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CNN Chief Political Correspondent Dana Bash has been having one hell of a summer. She co-moderated the June debate that led to President Biden’s historic decision to step out of the race; she landed the first sit-down interview with Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Governor Tim Walz; and now she’s out with a book (co-written with …
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Become a more inventive, imaginative you. Every week, Guy Raz (creator of How I Built This) leads a deep dive conversation with someone at the top of their game. From conquering stage fright to learning to be more present and focused, you'll learn how each guest mastered their craft and ultimately became more successful in life. The result? An arse…
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This week Kate and Melissa are live from the Texas Tribune Festival with a couple of dream guests. First, U.S. Representative Jamie Raskin joins to discuss how Congress can rein in our ethically questionable Supreme Court. Then, they speak with activist Amanda Zurawski, lead plaintiff in Zurawski v. State of Texas, whose story tragically illuminate…
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At a time when we’re debating where policing is going, we’re going to tell you where the police came from. Guided by Peabody award-winning host Chenjerai Kumanyika, Empire City will provide the first accessible narrative history of the American police and its place in popular culture. Who are the police? And why were police departments created in th…
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Here we address the question - now that Austria's ultimatum to Serbia had expired, and the Austrians had evacuated Belgrade, what was Russia going to do about it? The answer is as complicated as it is controversial. Russia's response revolved around military preparations; specifically, those preparations which would make the mobilisation of its eno…
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Sept. 9, 2024 - Carney is attending this week's Liberal caucus meeting in Nanaimo, B.C., as the party confronts growing calls for a leadership change ahead of the next election. Power & Politics speaks to Quebec Liberal MP Alexandra Mendes, who says her constituents are 'very adamant' Justin Trudeau needs to go. Plus, the CBC's Richard Madan brings…
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Recent developments in the Russia-Ukraine war have seen Kursk make headlines – provoking parallels with the Second World War battle that took place in the region. But are such links helpful? And how important was the 1943 clash to the wider war? Matt Elton caught up with historian and author Peter Caddick-Adams to find out more. Listen to a 2022 co…
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Ep 330: Allison and Meredith discuss the DNC and upcoming election. Plus, Alien: Romulus, Rebel Ridge, Strange Darling, Evil, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, and OddityHelp keep the show going! Donate today at lighttreason.news or patreon.com/allisonkilkenny. Or spread the good word on social media: #lighttreasonpod…
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Ep 330: Allison and Meredith discuss the DNC and upcoming election. Plus, Alien: Romulus, Rebel Ridge, Strange Darling, Evil, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, and Oddity Help keep the show going! Donate today at lighttreason.news or patreon.com/allisonkilkenny. Or spread the good word on social media: #lighttreasonpod…
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Why were people tortured in the Middle Ages? Was it ever legal? Did the infliction of physical pain play as large a role in medieval prosecutions as we might think? And did anyone actually experience the deadly embrace of the Iron Maiden? Speaking to Charlotte Hodgman, historian Professor Hannah Skoda answers a range of listener questions on tortur…
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