Best Radicalisation Podcasts (2024)

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Gender and Radicalisation 28:12

18h ago28:12

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Is misogyny implicated in radicalisation, across the political spectrum? Laurie Taylor talks to Elizabeth Pearson, Senior Lecturer in Criminology at Royal Holloway, University of London about her primary research among two of Britain’s key extremist movements: the banned Islamist group al-Muhajiroun, and those networked to it; and the anti-Islam ra…

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Puff Daddy's Friends Disown Him & Radicalised Boomers - Episode 101 44:07

8d ago44:07

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Michael laments the anti-intellectualism that has taken hold of politics, Puff Daddy's friends disowning him and the radicalisation of his own father by PragerU content. Grab tickets to Michael's show in London on 13 October here. Grab tickets to Michael's show in Paris on 19 October here.By Michael Shafar

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Is Russell Brand's Christian Rebrand Genuine? - Episode 102 39:24

4h ago39:24

39:24

Michael delves into whether Russell Brand's Christian conversion is genuine, or if it's just another grift.By Michael Shafar

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Bruce Ladebu | Rescuing Children From Slavery 42:43

6d ago42:43

42:43

The Curious Worldview Podcast Spotify The Curious Worldview Podcast Apple Relating Interview's To Slavery On The Curious Worldview Matthew Freidman -Human Trafficking Lisa Kristine - Photographing Modern Slavery Lisa Kristine Ted Talk Follow me on Instagram – @ryanfhogg Out Of The Slave Fields - Bruce Ladebu (Book) The Children's Rescue Initiative …

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Architecture and Hope 28:11

8d ago28:11

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Yvonne Jewkes, Professor of Criminology at the University of Bath, talks to Laurie Taylor about the design of prisons and the importance of an architecture of hope which nurtures the possibility of rehabilitation, from Limerick to Norway. They’re joined by Lynne McMordie, Research Associate at the Institute for Social Policy, Housing and Equalities…

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Ep. 15 Leena Malkki "Strengthening cooperation between researchers, policymakers and practitioners" 43:35

9d ago43:35

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In this episode Kai Brand-Jacobsen sits down with Dr. Lena Malkki, a leading expert in the field of Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism (P/CVE) and de-radicalisation. Together, they dive deep into the critical role of collaboration in these areas, highlighting how involving evaluators early in the process can bridge the gap between on-the-g…

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Israel, Lebanon & Puff Daddy's Bottles of Lube - Episode 100 56:50

15d ago56:50

56:50

Michael explains why Israeli Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu is pretty keen to expand the war in Lebanon. Plus, Puff Daddy has a lot of explaining to do, not least about why he's been hoarding so much lube. Grab tickets to Michael's show in London on 13 October here. Grab tickets to Michael's show in Paris on 19 October here.…

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Sight and Power 28:59

16d ago28:59

28:59

Laurie Taylor talks to Becca Voelcker, Lecturer in the Art Department at Goldsmiths, University of London, about her research into the relationship between sight and power. Everyday life is full of moments where we are seen, often without our knowledge, even in the virtual world, where cookie trails and analytics make us visible to profit making co…

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Ep. 14 Lotta Rahlf "Insights from country-comparative analysis of PCVE evaluation structures & capacities" 42:02

16d ago42:02

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In this episode, we dive into the fascinating research of Lotta Ralph, a doctoral candidate at the Peace Research Institute in Frankfurt, who is exploring the evaluation structures and capacities in preventing and countering violent extremism (PCVE) across Europe. Lotta shares insights from her comprehensive study spanning 21 European countries, hi…

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Hezbollah Pager Attack & Another Trump Assassination Attempt - Episode 99 46:04

22d ago46:04

46:04

Michael is shocked to discover that people are still using pagers in the year 2024. Plus, he explains why the latest would-be Trump assassin is probably a Swiftie. Grab tickets to Michael's show in London on 13 October here. Grab tickets to Michael's show in Paris on 19 October here.By Michael Shafar

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Ep. 13 Kamala Chandrakirana "Grounding the Learning Journey in communities of practice" 1:11:41

21d ago1:11:41

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In this episode, we are joined by Kamala Chandrakirana, a distinguished human rights activist with extensive experience in gender equality and social justice. Kamala Chandrakirana discussed the inadequacies and biases prevalent in traditional monitoring and evaluation (M&E) practices, often led by so-called experts who lack contextual understanding…

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Medical Icons 28:04

23d ago28:04

28:04

The Stethoscope and the X-ray: Laurie Taylor explores two medical innovations which have achieved iconic status. Nicole Lobdell, Assistant Professor of English at DePauw University, charts the when, where, and how of our use of X-rays, what meanings we give them and what metaphors we make out of them. Is there a paradox to living in an age where we…

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Ep. 12 Deepthy Menon "Feminist Thinking on Evaluation" 44:20

23d ago44:20

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In this episode we meet Deepthy Menon from Urgent Action Fund Asia and the Pacific, where she leads the Shifting Narratives and organisational learning initiatives. Deepthy brings a fresh perspective on reimagining feminist evaluation and reshaping power dynamics in the development sector. Deepthy delves into the core challenges and opportunities i…

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Ep. 11 Peter Muyshondt "What Practitioners Need from Evaluation A View from the Belgian Police" 51:22

26d ago51:22

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In this interview, Peter Muyshondt, Chief of Police in Rupel, Belgium, sheds light on the evaluation needs within the Belgian police force, particularly regarding their approach to radicalization prevention and intervention. Belgium's police system operates at both local and federal levels, with local police focusing on prevention and federal count…

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Immigrants are Eating Your Dogs! - Episode 98 47:58

28d ago47:58

47:58

Michael reacts to Donald Trump's claim that immigrants are eating the dogs of the good people in Springfield, Ohio. Plus, he explains why politicians should never eat ice-cream in public. Tickets to Michael's show in London are here.By Michael Shafar

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Ep. 10 Radar Advies "The RAN Peer and Self Review Manual for Exit Work" 36:28

29d ago36:28

36:28

In this Knowledge Series interview, Fenna Keijzer and Maarten van de Donk discuss how organizations can effectively review their processes, learn from evaluations, and avoid the phenomenon known as "Evaluation Panic." Keijzer and van de Donk, both senior advisers at RadarAdvies, share insights from their work with "Exit" programs designed to help i…

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Coffee Culture 27:54

30d ago27:54

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Urban baristas in a US city and Chinese managed coffee bars in Italy. Laurie Taylor talks to Geoffrey Moss, Professor of Instruction in the Department of Sociology, Temple University, about the subcultural lives of hipsters who are employed in Philadelphia. Such young people have taken low-wage service sector jobs, despite their middle-class origin…

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Ep. 9 Gazbiah Sans "Gendered Approaches to Evaluation How to Embed Gender Evaluation in Initiative Design" 1:17:39

1M ago1:17:39

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In this Knowledge Series interview, we delve into the expertise of Gazbiah SANS, Director of PCVE work, renowned for her extensive background in gender inclusion and mainstreaming within fragile and conflict-affected contexts. With over 15 years of experience, Gazbiah has notably collaborated with USAID on addressing Boko Haram issues in Cameroon a…

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Ep. 8 Kai Brand-Jacobsen "Designing Evidence-Based Initiatives in the PCVE realm" 43:36

1M ago43:36

43:36

Kai Brand-Jacobsen, President of the Romanian Peace Institute (PATRIR) and Director of the Department of Peace Operations (DPO), shares his insights on designing evidence-based initiatives in the peacebuilding and conflict resolution realm. With over 25 years of experience, Brand-Jacobsen emphasizes the importance of grounding initiatives in robust…

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Oasis and the "Dynamic Pricing" Scam - Episode 97 50:23

1M ago50:23

50:23

Back from holiday, Michael explains how dumb rich people prop up the economy of Ibiza. Plus, he explains why Ticketmaster has managed to get away with its "dynamic pricing" scam and shares his mixed feelings about the arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov. Grab tickets to Michael's upcoming show in London on 13 October here (before the dynamic pri…

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Ep. 7 Kai Brand-Jacobsen "Conducting Evidence-Based Evaluation in the PCVE and De-Radicalisation Fields" 46:58

1M ago46:58

46:58

In an insightful interview, Kai Brand-Jacobsen, President of the Romanian Peace Institute and a seasoned expert in peacebuilding, emphasizes the critical need for evidence-based evaluation in the fields of Preventing/Countering Violent Extremism (P/CVE) and de-radicalization. With over 25 years of experience, Brand-Jacobsen discusses the evolving r…

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The British Elite 28:18

1M ago28:18

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Do today's power brokers correspond to the familiar caricatures of old? Laurie Taylor talks to Aaron Reeves, Professor of Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Oxford, who has delved into the profiles and careers of over 125,000 members of the British elite from the late 1890s to today, as well as interviewing over 200 leading figures fr…

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Ep. 6 Sophie Ebbecke "Learning from the PrEval Experience" 12:26

1M ago12:26

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In the realm of Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism (P/CVE), rigorous evaluation practices play a pivotal role in shaping effective strategies. Sophie Ebbecke, a Research Associate at the Global Public Policy Institute in Berlin, provides insights into the PrEval Initiative, focusing on advancing evaluation methodologies within P/CVE, civic…

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Olympics Controversies: Raygun, "Trans" Boxers and Dutch P*dophiles 48:14

1M ago48:14

48:14

Michael explains why Australia's greatest ever breakdancer, Raygun, is this year's Ernie the Eel. Plus, he questions why an Algerian boxer received more criticism than a Dutch paedophile. Grab tickets for Michael's show in London on 13 October here.By Michael Shafar

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Ep. 5: Rut Bermejo Casado "Policy Evaluation: Challenges, Difficulties and What can be Improved" 34:34

1M ago34:34

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The interview focuses on the challenges and potential improvements in policy evaluation, particularly in the realm of preventing and countering violent extremism (P/CVE) and de-radicalization (DeRad). Featuring Rut Bermejo Casado, an associate professor at University Rey Juan Carlos in Madrid, the discussion delves into the crucial role of policy e…

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Ep. 2: Michael Quinn Patton "How to Act on/and Make Sense of Evidence" 1:01:17

2M ago1:01:17

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In this Knowledge Series Interview, Michael Q. Patton, a trailblazer in the evaluation field and Founder and CEO of Utilization-Focused Evaluation, discusses the critical importance of interpretive capacity over mere data accuracy. With over five decades of experience and several influential books to his name, Patton emphasizes that the ability to …

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Ep. 4: Norbert Leonhardmair "Gender, Ethical and Societal Aspects of Evaluation of P/CVE" 13:09

2M ago13:09

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In this episode, Norbert Leonhardmair, a researcher and project manager at the Vienna Centre for Social Security (VICESSE), discusses the critical role of gender, ethics, and societal aspects in the evaluation of preventing and countering violent extremism (P/CVE) initiatives. The INDEED Project utilizes the Gender, Ethical, Legal, and Societal Asp…

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Ep. 3: Aileen Van Leewen "Introduction to Monitoring and Evaluation in the Counter-Terrorism & P/CVE Fields" 30:47

2M ago30:47

30:47

In this Knowledge Series interview, Aileen Van Leewen, an M&E Officer at the International Centre for Counterterrorism (ICCT), introduces the fundamentals of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) within the Counterterrorism and Preventing/Countering Violent Extremism (P/CVE) fields. She highlights the importance of building a culture of evaluation to gai…

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Ep. 1: Stephan Klose "Introduction to Evidence-Based Evaluation in the P/CVE and De-Radicalisation Fields." 28:55

2M ago28:55

28:55

In this episode, Stephan Klose, a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Brussels School of Governance, provided valuable insights into Evidence-Based Evaluation (EBE) within the fields of Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism (P/CVE) and de-radicalization. With extensive academic background including a PhD from VUB and an MA from Lund University, Kl…

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The Olympics Opening Ceremony Backlash and 'Weird' Republicans - Episode 95 40:45

2M ago40:45

40:45

Michael reacts to the backlash against the Olympics opening ceremony and explains why calling Republicans 'weird' is actually a brilliant move from Democrats. Grab tickets to Michael's shows in Edinburgh and London here.By Michael Shafar

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Ash Bhardwaj | Great Explorers, Cultural Differences & 'Why We Travel' 2:04:06

2M ago2:04:06

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✍︎: The Curious Worldview Newsletter - the ultimate compliment to the podcast...Jon Lee AndersonCharlie WalkerFollow me on Instagram - @ryanfhoggWhy We Travel - Ash BhardwajAsh Bhardwaj is an author, journalist, film-maker and former british army who amongst his many expeditions has ventured the likes of journeying 8500km along the Russian European…

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Kamala Harris Won't Beat Donald Trump - Episode 94 43:46

3M ago43:46

43:46

Michael explains why the Democrats will have a better chance at defeating Donald Trump if they nominate an empty box as their candidate. Grab tickets to Michael's upcoming shows in Edinburgh 2-26 August and London 13 October here.By Michael Shafar

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The Trump Assassination Attempt - Episode 93 39:03

3M ago39:03

39:03

Michael explains how Trump showed more composure under gunfire than Biden did during the debate. Plus, he reveals why America has the healthiest democracy of any country in the western world. Grab tickets to Michael's shows in Edinburgh and London here.By Michael Shafar

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UK Election Results, Project 2025 & Why Joe Biden Needs to Go - Episode 92 45:58

3M ago45:58

45:58

Michael reacts to the Tories losing the UK election in a landslide and explains why Democrats should replace Joe Biden with artificial intelligence. Grab tickets to Michael's upcoming shows in Edinburgh and London here.By Michael Shafar

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86. Professor Christopher Coyne - Monsters, Empires, and Illusions of Peace: Navigating the Perils of American Interventionism 1:30:11

3M ago1:30:11

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Today, I spoke with Dr Christopher Coyne, who is a Professor of Economics at George Mason University and the Associate Director of the F. A. Hayek Program for Advanced Study in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics at the Mercatus Center. He is the author of five books and numerous academic articles, book chapters, and policy studies. He joins me tod…

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Biden's Debate Disaster & Julian Assange's Release - Episode 91 54:52

3M ago54:52

54:52

Michael reacts to Joe Biden's disastrous debate performance and explains how the US government's persecution of Julian Assange backfired. Check out Michael's comedy special Alright, Next Joke on YouTube. Follow him on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok for exclusive content. Head to his website for tickets to his upcoming shows at the Edinburgh Fringe.…

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Shopping 28:42

4M ago28:42

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In 1986 in Gateshead the MetroCentre opened on the site of a former power station. Laurie Taylor talks to Emma Casey, Reader in Sociology at the University of York about a new study which charts the history and the impact of this mall which created space for more than 300 shops. They're joined by Katie Appleford, Senior Lecturer in Consumer Behavio…

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Just Stop Oil Targets Stonehenge & Britain's Richest Family Goes to Jail - Episode 90 47:10

4M ago47:10

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Michael explains why we should be supporting Just Stop Oil targeting British monuments. Plus, the UK's richest family gets sent to jail in Geneva and the Southern Baptists Conference makes a resolution opposing IVF. Check out Michael's comedy special Alright, Next Joke on YouTube. Follow him on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok for exclusive content. …

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The swimming pool 27:55

4M ago27:55

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The swimming pool: Laurie Taylor explores its iconic role in our culture, as well as its unspoken rules, routines and rituals. Piotr Florczyk, forming swimming champion and Assistant Professor of Global Literary Studies at the University of Washington, considers the allure of an azure pool and its place in our cultural imagination, from the Hollywo…

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Pride Month Hypocrisy and WNBA's Reverse Racism - Episode 89 51:36

4M ago51:36

51:36

Michael reacts to the cowardice of companies rolling back their celebrations for this year's Pride Month. Plus, an Amazonian tribe gets access to the Internet and the WNBA is being accused of reverse racism. Check out Michael's comedy special Alright, Next Joke on YouTube. Follow him on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok for exclusive content. Head to …

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The politics of the body 29:00

4M ago29:00

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The politics of the body: movement and posture. Laurie Taylor talks to Matthew Beaumont, Professor in English Literature at UCL, about how race, class, and politics influence the way we move: You can tell a lot about people by how they walk. Through a series of dialogues with thinkers and walkers, his book explores the relationship between freedom …

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Opioids 29:41

4M ago29:41

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Opioids in the US and UK; Laurie Taylor explores the changing nature of opioid use, from street heroin to synthetic prescription drugs. Helena Hansen Professor of Psychiatry and Anthropology at the University of California, Los Angeles, reveals the surprisingly white “new face” of the US opioid crisis. Although Black Americans are no more likely th…

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Boeing's Dead Whistleblowers - Episode 88 51:52

4M ago51:52

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Michael explains why the media needs to give Boeing credit for all the planes that don't fall out of the sky. Plus, Rishi Sunak wants to send 18-year-olds into the army and the Pope is in trouble for using a homophobic slur. Check out Michael's comedy special Alright, Next Joke on YouTube. Follow him on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok for exclusive …

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Samo Burja | Why Organisations Thrive & Fall - Wallenberg Family Of Sweden & Sulzberger Family Of NYT 58:14

4M ago58:14

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🎙️: https://curiousworldview.buzzsprout.com/shareCurious Worldview Podcast - #175 w/Samo Burja On AppleCurious Worldview Podcast - #175 w/Samo Burja On SpotifyFollow me on Instagram - @ryanfhogg✍︎: The Curious Worldview Newsletter - the ultimate compliment to the podcast...Russ Roberts – Taleb & HitchensScott Patterson – Taleb & Chaos KingsMagnus R…

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Garden Utopias 28:50

4M ago28:50

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Garden Utopias: Michael Gilson, Associate Fellow of the School of Media, Arts and Humanities, University of Sussex, takes Laurie Taylor behind the privet hedge, to explore the suburban garden and the beautification of Britain. How did millions of British people develop an obsession with their own cherished plot of land? Although stereotyped as symb…

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Helicopters, Iran's President & Hamas-Themed Birthday Parties - Episode 87 49:59

5M ago49:59

49:59

Michael explains how a helicopter achieved something that the Mossad never could: take out the Iranian president. Plus, a four-year-old boy in Australia has celebrated his birthday with a Hamas-themed party. Check out Michael's comedy special Alright, Next Joke on YouTube. Follow him for exclusive content on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Head to …

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Richard Sennett 27:58

5M ago27:58

27:58

Richard Sennett, leading cultural and social thinker and Emeritus Professor of Sociology at the London School of Economics, talks to Laurie Taylor. Growing up in a housing project in Chicago, he originally trained in music. An accident put paid to his cello playing and he turned to sociology. Over five decades he’s documented the social life of cit…

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Eurovision Should've Solved the Gaza Conflict - Episode 86 51:19

5M ago51:19

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Michael explains how Eurovision missed a golden opportunity to achieve a lasting peace between Israel and Palestine. Plus, he has some fool-proof solutions to solving the UK's knife crime epidemic. Check out Michael's comedy special Alright, Next Joke on YouTube. Follow him on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok for exclusive content. Head to his websit…

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The College Protestors Doing Gaza Cosplay - Episode 85 52:18

5M ago52:18

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Michael celebrates the far-right Britain First party receiving fewer votes than fake candidate Count Binface in the London mayoral election. Plus, Robert Francis Kennedy Jr. gets an endorsement that nobody wants and college protestors have somehow made the war in Gaza about themselves. Check out Michael's comedy special Alright, Next Joke on YouTub…

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Harvey Weinstein and The Problem with Criminal Justice - Episode 84 45:47

5M ago45:47

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In the wake of one of Harvey Weinstein's rape convictions being overturned, Michael explains everything that is wrong with the criminal justice system. Plus, the presidents of US colleges are dealing with Palestinian protestors by calling in the riot police. Check out Michael's comedy special Alright, Next Joke on YouTube. Follow him on Instagram, …

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