Best Fever Dream Media Podcasts (2024)

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Media Literacy 101 - What’s Legit & What To Quit 1:13:36

29d ago1:13:36

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00:00 Welcome to your guide on media literacy. V and Sami explore how social media is used in hybrid warfare to manipulate public opinion through disinformation and emphasize the need to rebuild social trust. 16:00 How can you spot a bot? In a few easy steps you too can spot disinformation through fake accounts, false engagement, and artificial int…

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Are Trump & JD Vance an Odd Couple? 1:08:07

2h ago1:08:07

1:08:07

V and Sami break down the shooting at Trump's rally in Pennsylvania, and talk about what could have gone wrong, security failures, and odd choices that were made by the Secret Service. They also share what we know about the shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, and his background. Then they move on to the RNC and the unceremonious way JD Vance was introd…

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Live at the Weitzman: How To Strengthen Our Democracy, With Governor Shapiro 30:05

6d ago30:05

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This week Sami is in Philadelphia promoting her new book, Democracy in Retrograde, with her co-author Emily Amick. (Out now!) While in town, she spoke with Pennsylvania's Governor Josh Shapiro about the importance of democracy and the steps being taken to ensure free and fair elections, including creating a task force led by Republican Al Schmidt, …

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Will There Be Tampons Under Project 2025? 1:01:01

5d ago1:01:01

1:01:01

Project 2025 is officially in the mainstream news, and Sami and V compare its ideologies to that of Agenda 47, and the 7 Mountains Mandate. They also discuss Nazis marching in Tennessee and how the US could follow the UK's elections last week and pull a "Taccy V." MAIN NEWS 5:00 Project 2025, tied to the Heritage Foundation, is gaining mainstream a…

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The Case for Kamala Harris 38:53

9d ago38:53

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In this very special 4th of July episode, Sami and V discuss the case for Kamala Harris as the potential Democratic presidential candidate, highlighting her voting record as a Senator, her advocacy for LGBTQ rights, and her stance on Israel-Palestine. They also consider how embracing Harris and giving her more spotlight is the clearest path to a vi…

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Will Project 2025 Turn America into a Theocracy? 1:04:39

11d ago1:04:39

1:04:39

Back from Vidcon, V and Sami are comparing Project 2025, the Nazi's, Theocracy and Saudi Arabia, and where a win for Trump this fall would leave us. V and Sami also explore what the current round of Supreme Court rulings mean, and how this might be the end of #vanlife. TEMP CHECK: What are the realities of Project 2025? Everyone is quick to compare…

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Esperanza 36:40

12d ago36:40

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Voyage Media presents... Esperanza, from creator Blake Armstrong. A scripted western audio drama, about a pacifist who must bring in a killer, that does everything possible to challenge the pacifist's code. If you enjoy movies like 3:10 TO YUMA and DJANGO UNCHAINED, we think you'll enjoy Esperanza. Plus, look out for a cameo from the great Holt McC…

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America Doesn’t Give Time for Grief 1:09:35

19d ago1:09:35

1:09:35

Sami and V are joined by host and creative director at MSNBC Live, Luke Russert, to talk about his book Look for Me There: Grieving My Father, Finding Myself. “Give them the best and the world will take care of the rest.” Luke shares how his grandparents’ and parents’ legacies shaped not only his career but his worldview. There is no correct way to…

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The Gen Z D.A.R.E. 1:17:50

19d ago1:17:50

1:17:50

04:45 TEMP CHECK: Will this week’s headlines give you a fever or make you freeze? 24:45 MAIN NEWS: Now that Louisiana has posted the 10 Commandments in every classroom, Sami and V discuss how extreme conservatives are spreading the Christian Dominionist Movement and how they want to completely rewrite the Constitution to create a more evangelical A…

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Can Roe Be Reinstated? 33:07

27d ago33:07

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00:00 Sami and V are joined by authors Lisa Lerer & Elizabeth Dias of the new book The Fall of Roe: the Rise Of A New America, to discuss the decades of work done by anti-abortion groups to finally overturn Roe. 11:00 V wonders if American politicians had been more comfortable with using the word ‘abortion’ and didn’t shy away from these conversati…

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Teencenter Episode 129 - Nickata 1:52:46

30d ago1:52:46

1:52:46

After a hiatus we are back babyyyy! because we don't care about anything other than chilling, laughing and entertaining anyone who will listen to our foolish banter! Love all of your support! Have fun and stay cool babyyyyy!!!!!!By Fever Dream Media

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A Vision for Progressive Capitalism & Economic Patriotism 27:47

1M ago27:47

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1:20 Sami and V are joined by Representative Ro Khanna to share his economic philosophies and proposed changes to the legislative and judicial branches, which already have bipartisan support among voters (though not lawmakers!) 9:00 They discuss the threat of AI to elections and discourse, and what regulations are needed around to rebuild trust in …

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We Are The Exhausted Majority 1:15:22

1M ago1:15:22

1:15:22

13:00 TEMP CHECK: Will this week’s headlines give you a fever or make you freeze? 45:00 MAIN NEWS: Sami and V define the term ‘Manufactured Consensus’ and how social media has been used to sway popular opinion towards believing that a third party has more support than we think. Not sure how to spot a bot? Make sure to tune in next week for an in de…

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Will Social Media Kill Elections? 1:15:16

1M ago1:15:16

1:15:16

7:55 TEMP CHECK: Sami and V are back this week to check your temperature on 6 new headlines. Have you ever heard of auto-brewery syndrome? 33:40 MAIN NEWS: After reviewing Trump’s convictions, Sami and V uncover how social media could be the end to elections and how foreign interference poses a significant threat to democratic processes (and also t…

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Prioritizing Maternal Mental Health 28:29

2M ago28:29

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2:00 Sami and V are joined by New York Governor Kathy Hochul to discuss the impact of New York becoming the first state to create a paid family leave program for prenatal care. 8:00 A $1 billion plan was put forward to overhaul New York state’s mental health system, allocating $1.6 million specifically for maternal mental health initiatives. They d…

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The Military Isn’t As Conservative As You Think 52:53

2M ago52:53

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2:30 TEMP CHECK: New take on Temp Check where we cover 8 wild headlines. Does your fever spike or sink? 25:15 MAIN NEWS: In honor of Memorial Day, they sound the alarm against the treatment of veterans and the proposed changes to veterans’ benefits under Project 2025. But don’t worry, Biden dropped a new fiscal budget with $369 billion for the DoD …

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Voyage Media Recommends - Ominous Thrill 2:42

2M ago2:42

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It turns out, there's another show very similar to ours, which we know you will love. Check out OMINOUS THRILL, an anthology of dark fiction stories, anywhere you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Voyage Media

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Allred for Texas, Adios Ted! 30:03

2M ago30:03

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Topics: Representative Colin Allred discusses his vision for a more equitable Texas and his campaign to unseat Ted Cruz, stressing the need for a more engaged and representative leader. Allred shares his journey from being an NFL linebacker to a lawyer and now a representative, driven by a desire to represent all 30 million Texans. Sami and V ask A…

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This Is Why We Choose The Bear 1:12:10

2M ago1:12:10

1:12:10

4:27 TEMP CHECK: Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, the country’s foreign minister, and six passengers were found dead at the site of a helicopter crash on Monday, one month before the next election. Was it foul play or an inevitable accident? 20:30 MAIN NEWS: After uncovering the brutality of P. Diddy’s assault on Cassie Ventura and Sami, V exposes …

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Someone Is Killing The Wolfhounds 23:58

2M ago23:58

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Based on a true story. A group of soldiers in Vietnam decide they need to murder their rogue lieutenant, if they're going to make it home alive. TRAINING DAY meets PLATOON. Look for the rest of Someone Is Killing The Wolfhounds, anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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This Is America, You Have The Right To Be Wrong And Stupid 52:33

2M ago52:33

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Topics: Sami is joined by Sharon McMahon, the author of “The Small and the Mighty,” to share how history can be constructed and verified as accurately as possible. Sharon stresses the importance of local journalism and how it has been the backbone of America’s microcultures. How different generations navigate gathering information, disseminating it…

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Politicians Need To Say F*ck More 1:05:52

2M ago1:05:52

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15:55 TEMP CHECK: Vice President Harris spoke at the Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies’ annual legislative leadership summit and imparted some honest words to the group. 24:30 MAIN NEWS: Sami and V give a rundown of the MANY threats to the 2024 election, from AI and disinformation, to election denial, to voter suppression b…

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How The Supreme Court Became Weaponized 54:10

2M ago54:10

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Topics: Sami and V are joined by the hosts of Strict Scrutiny to talk about how the Supreme Court’s handling of important cases like Mifepristone and EMTALA raises concerns about standing and the potential impact on reproductive rights. They predict the risks of the Supreme Court undermining federal supremacy over state law as constitutional princi…

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Mamala For America, Dictator For A Day 58:00

2M ago58:00

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12:45 TEMP CHECK: V and Sami take the nation’s temperature after Drew Barrymore’s “Mamala Controversy” and how her interview with Vice President Harris became cringe-worthy and even inappropriate. 29:17 MAIN NEWS: Project 2025 outlines Trump’s policy plans, which aims to consolidate executive authority and implement conservative policies, potential…

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The Connection Between Autocracy And Antisemitism 33:40

3M ago33:40

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Samantha Vinograd, senior national security counselor and assistant secretary for counterterrorism and threat prevention at the DHS, joins Sami and V to talk about how the council is approaching Holocaust denialism and the lack of Holocaust education. Lawmakers proposed the bipartisan Antisemitism Awareness Act, which would codify the International…

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Playing In The Legal Sandbox 57:39

3M ago57:39

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5:40 TEMP CHECK: V and Sami check the temperature on the Columbia University protest, clarifying the motivation behind the protests and discussing how they’ve expanded nationwide. 25:45 MAIN NEWS: Why does it seem like every headline is about a court case? They highlight the latest developments at SCOTUS, criminal cases, and more… while reflecting …

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TikTok & How Policy Affects Culture 44:55

3M ago44:55

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Topics: President Biden signed a bill that will force TikTok’s Chinese parent company to divest from its U.S. operations or face a nationwide ban. V updates us on the details of this bill and the consequences TikTok will face if they do not cooperate. Sami is joined by Jesse Washington, film director of Hip-Hop And The White House, a documentary th…

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