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    Utilizes narrative storytelling, archival audio, and immersive soundscapes to explore true stories of white-collar criminals, con artists, and corporate evil. From corruption and fraud to Ponzi schemes and environmental disasters, these financially motivated crimes have shaped our world in unimaginable ways. All in the name of greed.Become a ValuedListener™ at ValuedListener.com ...More
    True CrimeSocietyCulture

    A Concerned Citizen

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    504 Ratings

    Megaphone

    147

    This is what the news should sound like. The biggest stories of our time, told by the best journalists in the world. Hosted by Michael Barbaro and Sabrina Tavernise. Twenty minutes a day, five days a week, ready by 6 a.m. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Listen to this podcast in New York Times Audio, our new iOS app for news subscribers. Download now at nytimes.com/audioapp ...More
    NewsPolitics

    The New York Times

    New York Times
    179 Ratings

    Simplecast

    2445

    The day’s news made fast, fair and fun – in 10 minutes. Erica Mandy is like a trusted friend who always ‘gets’ both sides. She’s a veteran journalist who was tired of talking heads, alarmist headlines and monotone voices, so she created something different. The NewsWorthy is packed with politics, tech, business and entertainment from a variety of sources -- brought together in one, convenient place (and with a fun twist). Join the thousands of people already listening each weekday! ...More
    NewsSocietyCulture

    Erica Mandy

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    87 Ratings

    Libsyn

    2187

    A show about politics with No Agenda, by Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak ...More
    NewsPoliticsComedy

    Adam Curry

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    84 Ratings

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    866

    Join neuroscientist, philosopher, and five-time New York Times best-selling author Sam Harris as he explores important and controversial questions about the mind, society, current events, moral philosophy, religion, and rationality—with an overarching focus on how a growing understanding of ourselves and the world is changing our sense of how we should live. Sam is also the creator of the Waking Up app. Combining Sam’s decades of mindfulness practice, profound wisdom from varied philosophical and contemplative traditions, and a commitment to a secular, scientific worldview, Waking Up is a resource for anyone interested in living a more examined, fulfilling life—and a new operating system for the mind. Waking Up offers free subscriptions to anyone who can’t afford one, and donates a minimum of 10% of profits to the most effective charities around the world. To learn more, please go to WakingUp.com. Sam Harris received a degree in philosophy from Stanford University and a Ph.D. in neuroscience from UCLA. ...More
    ScienceSocietyCulture

    Waking Up with Sam Harris

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    136 Ratings

    Libsyn

    431

    The official podcast of comedian Joe Rogan. ...More
    ComedyTechnologySports

    Joe Rogan

    Spotify
    584 Ratings

    Megaphone

    2418

    Comedians Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds picks a subject from history and examine it. ...More
    ComedyHistorySociety

    Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds

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    127 Ratings

    Omny Studio

    1304

    American history, one story at a time. Every episode tells the story of the people and the events that matter in America's past. As history is learned, it becomes apparent that hindsight isn't always 20/20; context matters. Listen to the American History podcast that never removes the story from History! ...More
    SocietyCultureHistory

    Andrew Gehrt

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    49 Ratings

    Libsyn

    53

    A comedy podcast with political sprinkles. JayRay and Loop Dogg keep you up to date on politics and current events without really knowing much about it. ...More
    Comedy

    Politics With Dummies

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    43 Ratings

    Soundcloud

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    81

    Pod Save America is a no-bullshit conversation about politics hosted by former Obama aides Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Dan Pfeiffer, and Tommy Vietor. It cuts through the noise to break down the week’s news and helps people figure out what matters and how they can help. They’re regularly joined by journalists, activists, politicians, entertainers, and world leaders. You can watch on YouTube or listen to new episodes every Tuesday and Friday.Subscribe to Friends of the Pod! Your subscription makes Crooked’s work possible and gives you access to ad-free episodes of Pod Save America and Pod Save the World, plus exclusive content and a lively Discord community. Learn more and subscribe at crooked.com/friends or on Apple Podcasts. For a transcript of an episode of Pod Save America, please email [email protected]. ...More
    NewsPolitics

    Crooked Media

    Crooked Media
    90 Ratings

    Simplecast

    994

    Satanists discuss modern Satanism, its history, left-leaning political activism, and how Satanism relates to current events and pop culture. For anyone who wants to learn more about modern Satanism, whether you're a newbie or already involved in Satanic groups. ...More
    SocietyCultureReligion

    Black Mass Appeal

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    31 Ratings

    Libsyn

    212

    Spanning history, religion, culture, science and philosophy, In Our Time from BBC Radio 4 is essential listening for the intellectually curious. In each episode, host Melvyn Bragg and expert guests explore the characters, events and discoveries that have shaped our world. History fans can learn about pivotal wars and societal upheavals, such as the rise and fall of Napoleon, the Sack of Rome in 1527, and the political intrigue of the Russian Revolution. Those fascinated by the lives of kings and queens can journey to Versailles to meet Marie Antoinette and Louis XIV the Sun King, or to Ancient Egypt to meet Cleopatra and Nerfertiti. Or perhaps you’re looking to explore the history of religion, from Buddhism’s early teachings to the Protestant Reformation.If you’re interested in the stories behind iconic works of art, music and literature, dive in to discussions on the artistic genius of Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel and Van Gogh’s famous Sunflowers. From Gothic architecture to the works of Shakespeare, each episode of In Our Time offers new insight into humanity’s cultural achievements.Those looking to enrich their scientific knowledge can hear episodes on black holes, the Periodic Table, and classical theories of gravity, motion, evolution and relativity. Learn how the discovery of penicillin revolutionised medicine, and how the death of stars can lead to the formation of new planets. Lovers of philosophy will find episodes on the big issues that define existence, from free will and ethics, to liberty and justice. In what ways did celebrated philosophers such as Mary Wollstonecraft and Karl Marx push forward radical new ideas? How has the concept of karma evolved from the ancient Sanskrit texts of Hinduism to today? What was Plato’s concept of an ideal republic, and how did he explore this through the legend of the lost city of Atlantis?In Our Time celebrates the pursuit of knowledge and the enduring power of ideas. ...More
    HistoryPhilosophySociety

    BBC

    BBC
    39 Ratings

    BBC

    1262

    This is a podcast about this, that and the other. My takes on life, society, politics, and whatever else happens to cross my mind. There will be interviews about everything from movies to restaurants, dinner to drinks, games to sports.....this is starting to sound like a date, isn't it? If you want to be a guest or recommend one let me know. If there is something you want us to talk about just send a message. It's all fair game and it HAS to be said. ...More
    SocietyCulture

    Aaron

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    25 Ratings

    Spotify for Creators

    280

    The Richie Allen Show is the most listened to independent news radio show in the world. The show is LIVE and airs Mon - Thurs at 5pm UK Time on richieallen.co.uk and The Richie Allen Show app. You can download the app from Google and Apple's app stores. Richie interviews men and women who have vital information that is being suppressed by the mainstream media. The show is often controversial but always fair and balanced. Every episode is archived on podomatic.com  ...More
    Uk PoliticsNewsPolitics

    The Richie Allen Show

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    23 Ratings

    Podomatic

    1696

    The Peabody Award-winning On the Media podcast is your guide to examining how the media sausage is made. Hosts Brooke Gladstone and Micah Loewinger examine threats to free speech and government transparency, cast a skeptical eye on media coverage of the week’s big stories and unravel hidden political narratives in everything we read, watch and hear. ...More
    NewsHistoryScience

    WNYC Studios

    WNYC Studios
    34 Ratings

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    927

    Fresh Air from WHYY, the Peabody Award-winning weekday magazine of contemporary arts and issues, is one of public radio's most popular programs. Hosted by Terry Gross, the show features intimate conversations with today's biggest luminaries.Subscribe to Fresh Air Plus! You'll enjoy bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening - all while you support NPR's mission. Learn more at plus.npr.org/freshairAnd subscribe to our weekly newsletter, Fresh Air Weekly, to get interview highlights, staff recommendations, gems from the archive, and the week's interviews and reviews all in one place. Sign up at www.whyy.org/freshair ...More
    ArtsBooksSociety

    NPR

    NPR
    33 Ratings

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    2477

    The 538 team covers the latest in politics, tracking the issues and "game-changers" every week. ...More
    NewsPolitics

    ABC News

    ABC Audio
    29 Ratings

    Megaphone

    1030

    Actor/Director Michael Rapaport shares his strong, funny & offensive points of view on life, sports, music, film & everything in between on the I AM RAPAPORT: STEREO PODCAST. ...More
    SportsBasketballFootball

    iHeartPodcasts

    iHeartRadio
    24 Ratings

    Omny Studio

    1005

    Reveal’s investigations will inspire, infuriate and inform you. Host Al Letson and an award-winning team of reporters deliver gripping stories about caregivers, advocates for the unhoused, immigrant families, warehouse workers and formerly incarcerated people, fighting to hold the powerful accountable. The New Yorker described Reveal as “a knockout … a pleasure to listen to, even as we seethe.” A winner of multiple Peabody, duPont, Emmy and Murrow awards, Reveal is produced by the nation’s first investigative journalism nonprofit, The Center for Investigative Reporting, and PRX. From unearthing exploitative working conditions to exposing the nation’s racial disparities, there’s always more to the story. Learn more at revealnews.org/learn. ...More
    NewsPoliticsTrue Crime

    The Center for Investigative Reporting and PRX

    PRX
    23 Ratings

    PRX

    580

    An independent podcast examining what the U.S. Congress is doing with our money and in our names. www.congressionaldish.comFollow @JenBriney on Twitter ...More
    GovernmentNewsPolitics

    Jennifer Briney

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    19 Ratings

    Libsyn

    357

    Podcast by Chapo Trap House ...More
    NewsPolitics

    Chapo Trap House

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    31 Ratings

    Soundcloud

    1247

    Shadows of Saint Fleur is an Urban Shadows actual play podcast. The story takes place in the fictional Great Lakes city of Saint Fleur, which is rife with supernatural activity and all the politics that accompany that. Follow our five characters throughout their misadventures in this climate.Urban Shadows is an urban fantasy roleplaying game where the players are characters struggling to survive in a dark urban environment drowning in supernatural politics. It is a Powered by the Apocalypse game that was written, designed, and developed by Andrew Medeiros and Mark Diaz Truman, and published by Magpie Games. ...More
    GamesFictionDrama

    Landon Cornell

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    18 Ratings

    Pinecast

    40

    Ezra Klein invites you into a conversation on something that matters. How do we address climate change if the political system fails to act? Has the logic of markets infiltrated too many aspects of our lives? What is the future of the Republican Party? What do psychedelics teach us about consciousness? What does sci-fi understand about our present that we miss? Can our food system be just to humans and animals alike?Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. ...More
    SocietyCultureNews

    New York Times Opinion

    New York Times
    21 Ratings

    Simplecast

    398

    Real Dictators is the award-winning podcast that explores the hidden lives of history's tyrants. Hosted by Paul McGann, with contributions from eyewitnesses and expert historians.New episodes available one week early for Noiser+ subscribers. You'll also get ad-free listening and exclusive content. To find out more about Noiser+, head to noiser.com/subscriptions.For advertising enquiries, email [email protected]: Joel Duddell, Ed Baranski, Miriam Baines, Tom Pink, George Tapp, Dorry Macaulay, Cian Ryan-Morgan, Anisha Devadasan, Joseph McGann. Compositions by Oliver Baines, Dorry Macaulay, Tom Pink.We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to Indeed.com/real for £100 sponsored credit. ...More
    HistoryFictionDrama

    NOISER

    Noiser
    17 Ratings

    Megaphone

    138

    Join Lawrence Watson, Jeff Kirk, John Kirk, Mike Leroy (and sometimes someone else) as they set out to entertain you with their brand of irreverent humor all while good conversation sometimes creeps through! If you're feeling down, this show is the one that wants to make you feel great again, all absolutely free to you: The listener! ...More
    ComedyArtsMusic

    Lawrence Watson

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    16 Ratings

    Spotify for Creators

    76

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