Best Worst Of The RIOT Podcasts (2024)

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Vlad to Be Here 45:16

12m ago45:16

45:16

25 years ago Vladimir Putin began his Russian reign in continuous positions as president or prime minister. How did the man in Moscow build his powerbase, how has he changed Russia since being there, and what should the UK look out for next? Theo speaks with those who've spent time dealing with the leader waging war on Western Europe. Plus: Columni…

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Elon Musk's Greatest Gamble Just Failed 9:04

1h ago9:04

9:04

Elon Me-Too Musk maybe the most desperate-for-attention man on planet Earth, next to Piers Morgan and Donald Trump ironically. An attention seeking ambulance chaser who tries to wed himself to any trending topic. When Donald Trump destroyed Biden in the debate, Elon's leg started twitching. When Trump got shot Elon went all in, on both a personal a…

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The Beginning Of The End For Putin? 45:34

17m ago45:34

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How do people like Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin really hold onto power? The Pulitzer-prize winning historian and author of 'Autocracy Inc', Anne Applebaum, gives her take on how dictators like the Russian president prop themselves up, and the approaching inflection point in American politics. Plus: Columnists Manveen Rana and Jimmy McLoughlin dis…

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Overhyped AI, Apple flops and no self-driving cars: is this tech’s worst year yet? 24:53

1d ago24:53

24:53

What is the next big thing in tech? Is it AI? Is it Apple’s Vision Pro? Or might 2024 be the most boring year for tech ever? Producer, JJ Clarke, joins Adrian on this week’s episode of The Big Tech Show to discuss what might be tech’s blandest year. How would you like to win a €500 OneforAll voucher? Head to mypodcastfeedback.com, pop in code TECH …

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The Politics Of Your Plate 44:53

11m ago44:53

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Where does the food on your plate come from? As farmers call on ministers to bolster national food security, Adam weighs up the pros and cons of buying British, and asks two top chefs for their best local recipes. Plus: Columnists Robert Crampton and Dominic Lawson discuss how to crack down on violent shoplifters, whether Adam suits his white trous…

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US Elections: Kamala Harris Wins! Donald Trump Loses! 100 Reasons Why 27:27

2d ago27:27

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As at 13-Aug-24 I'm calling the US election for Kamala Harris, and by virtue of that, the end of the Trump era. The greatest reversal of political fortune in modern history. I have an 8 year track record of calling elections correctly, including in 2 months out for Joe Biden last time (see below). Here are a hundred reasons why Trump has already lo…

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WTF happened to G2? / A week of unexpected results 1:58:26

5h ago1:58:26

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IWDominate, Yamato, and dGon discuss G2's potential fraudulency, the most improved players during the Summer splits, the LCS All-Pro vote, recent results in all major LoL esports regions, and more. Thank you to our sponsors for this episode! Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo …

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Rebuilding After The Riots 47:28

2h ago47:28

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In the wake of the riots that followed the Southport attacks, Adam Boulton asks what Keir Starmer can learn from other politicians who tried to rebuild and unite communities after a period of unrest. Plus: Columnists Carol Lewis and Melanie Reid discuss how we can better care for mentally ill people in the community, whether we learnt anything from…

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Riots, rants and suing advertisers: how Elon’s mouth is hurting Tesla’s bottom line 25:33

2d ago25:33

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Before we go, how would you like to win a €500 OneforAll voucher? Head to mypodcastfeedback.com, pop in code TECH and fill out the short survey. You can also find the survey link in the show notes. Don't miss out on your chance to win! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Irish Independent

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Stories From The Frontline 51:18

4d ago51:18

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As fighting in the Russian-Ukraine war intensifies, and Israel warns of an imminent Iranian strike, what does it take to report on these deadly conflicts? Adam Boulton is joined by three war journalists from The Times - Catherine Philp, Anthony Loyd and Manveen Rana - who have faced violence, kidnapping, and gunfire in war zones around the world. P…

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LCK had the most surprising week ever | GenG lose again?? 52:08

24h ago52:08

52:08

MonteCristo and Wolf discuss the shocking upsets of both T1 and Gen.G, whether Gen.G really cared about potentially going undefeated, predictions for the LCK Playoff race, changes at Dplus, Moham's hair, and more!

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Israeli forces struck another school in Gaza, killing at least 80 people 3:47

3d ago3:47

3:47

An Israeli strike on a school in Gaza killed at least 80 people, according to Palestinian health officials. Israel says it hit a Hamas command center.By Kat Lonsdorf

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Harris and Walz rally supporters in key swing states in the run-up to the DNC 3:45

3d ago3:45

3:45

Vice President Harris and her running mate, Tim Walz, are finishing their first week of campaigning in key Sun Belt states.By Deepa Shivaram

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France loses dramatic men's soccer final, Imane Khelif wins gold 4:33

5d ago4:33

4:33

Friday at the Paris Olympics was filled with medal events. The French were playing in the men's soccer final and an Algerian boxer at the center of a gender controversy boxed for gold.By Becky Sullivan

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Nicolas Maduro's government is openly cracking down on protestors on social media 4:24

3d ago4:24

4:24

Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro is using social media to crack down on government opponents and glorify security forces.By John Otis

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In a first since the war began, Ukraine launched an invasion into Russia 4:13

3d ago4:13

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Ukraine invaded Russia this week - an attack that was shocking in scope and execution. Ukraine’s cross-border incursion into western Russia is now in its fifth day.By Greg Myre

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Opinion: RFK Jr.'s Central Park 'Bear-B-Q' stunt 2:24

6d ago2:24

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In an election season rife with surprises, you might add this week’s revelation by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.By Scott Simon

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Olympic athletes in Paris are winning medals. They're also voicing wisdom 3:58

3d ago3:58

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Athletes at press conferences are famous for talking in cliches. But in Paris, a lot of Olympians are going deep, voicing wisdom and sharing their truths.By Brian Mann

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Week in politics: The Harris-Walz campaign takes off 4:15

3d ago4:15

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We look at how Vice President Kamala Harris's presidential campaign is taking shape, with the massive influx of donations and the selection of Minnesota's Gov. Tim Walz at her running mate.By Scott Simon

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What the Secret Service has changed a month after the assassination attempt on Trump 5:42

4d ago5:42

5:42

It's been one month since the attempt on former President Trump's life. NPR's Scott Simon talks with Washington Post reporter Carol Leonnig about pressures on the Secret Service.By Scott Simon

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UK's worst riots in years were incited by online disinformation about asylum seekers 4:37

5d ago4:37

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NPR’s Scott Simon speaks to Dr. Marc Owen-Jones, a disinformation researcher, about the role of social media during race riots in the UK.By Scott Simon

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Composer and comedian Tim Minchin on his show 'An Unfunny Evening with Tim Minchin' 8:08

6d ago8:08

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NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Australian comedian and composer about his touring show, "An Unfunny Evening with Tim Minchin and His Piano."By Scott Simon

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Joan Chen on her role in coming-of-age film 'Dìdi' 7:24

3d ago7:24

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NPR's Scott Simon talks to Joan Chen. The actor is getting Oscar buzz for the new film, "Dìdi," in which Chen plays the mother of a Taiwanese-American skater kid in the Bay Area.By Scott Simon

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A convention center in Chicago was a death trap for birds. New decals may change that 3:53

3d ago3:53

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Chicago's McCormick Place is in the middle of a major migratory bird path, and its' lakeside building will soon have bird safe decals that could prevent thousands of bird collisions and death.By Juanpablo Ramirez-Franco

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Imane Khelif and the Great Olympic Boxing Controversy 9:31

3d ago9:31

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A look at one of the dominant sports stories of the year and in particular the often pathetic and hypocritical response to it, from a wildly polarised public. my piece from a few years back on trans women in sports https://youtu.be/ADjMB9pYoi4By Julian Brown

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Iran-Israel: Brink Of War? w/Norman Finkelstein & Benny Morris 57:20

4d ago57:20

57:20

The world collectively holds its breath as it awaits a massive attack on Israel is anticipated by the Islamic Republic of Iran. This comes after the assassination of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh in the Iranian capital city of Tehran. The international consensus is that the conflict between the two countries is going to get much much worse.…

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How Scandal Brought Down A President 46:35

4d ago46:35

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Fifty Years ago Richard Nixon became the first, and so far only, sitting US President to resign. Ed looks back at how Watergate caused his demise, and asks whether a scandal could ever bring down another President. Plus: Columnists James Marriott and Laura Freeman discuss why it pays to be hated, why Bansky artwork is often stolen and what makes sw…

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The Deepfake Election That Wasn't 44:48

5d ago44:48

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Fears that AI generated 'deepfakes' could threaten British democracy in the run up to the general election turned out to be largely unfounded. Ed Vaizey asks why that is, and whether AI and deepfakes will have a greater impact on the upcoming US election. Plus: Columnists Manveen Rana and Matthew Syed discuss whether King Charles should break his r…

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Piers Morgan Vs Andrew Tate: UK Riots & Protests 53:51

6d ago53:51

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This week, the UK has been gripped in the throes of violent riots; ignited by the murders of three young girls at a Taylor Swift-themed dance in Southport, Merseyside. In a matter of hours, disinformation about the suspect began to spread around social media, claiming the 17-year-old assailant was an illegal Muslim migrant; which turned out to be u…

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UK Race Riots and the Online Civil War 15:57

7d ago15:57

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Taking our country back from immigrants is nothing new to the UK. There was the National Front protests in the 1970s, the Nazi sympathizers in the 1930's. The difference this time, is the internet. After the tragic murder of two children in Southport, was incorrectly linked to a Muslim immigrant, 30% of the internet traffic promoting the initial pr…

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No money, no holidays, no sick pay — welcome to life as a startup founder 20:12

5d ago20:12

20:12

What does it take to build a startup? What do you have to give up or sacrifice? How many extra hours do you have to work? What about the loss of things like holidays, sick pay? And what's the pressure like from loved ones who might want a stable and predictable present and future? Adrian is joined on The Big Tech Show this week by co-founders of AI…

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The Worst Vice President Of All Time 37:16

6d ago37:16

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As Kamala Harris confirms she's chosen Tim Walz as her running mate, Ed Vaizey looks back on some of the best and worst vice presidential picks throughout US history. Plus: Columnists Anne McElvoy and Tim Montgomerie discuss whether Keir Starmer is handling the riots badly, the trap of political nostalgia, and why the Olympics are a silver lining t…

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Kamala Picks ‘Radical’ Tim Walz For VP & Olympic Boxing Gender Row 52:05

6d ago52:05

52:05

The presumptive Democratic nominee, Kamala Harris, has in the last 24 hours announced her pick for her Vice President - Governor of Minnesota, Tim Walz, who has been described as a ‘radical’ after deciding to put tampons in the boys' restrooms of Minnesotan schools. Joining Piers for the debate is Daily Wire presenter and commentator Michael Knowle…

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