Best Jason Herbert Podcasts (2024)

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118. “Gender Affirming” Therapy: Unpacking the Lies, with Whistleblower Tamara Pietzke, LCSW 1:11:42

21m ago1:11:42

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In this episode, I sit down with Tamara Pietzke, a mental health therapist best known for having blown the whistle on gender affirming care this past February in a Free Press article. What has she been up to since then? We discuss the complexities of therapists being pressured to rubber stamp gender identities and recommend medical interventions. T…

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Episode 86: National Treasure with Joanne Freeman and The Wibberleys 1:20:20

2h ago1:20:20

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Happy 6th birthday to HATM! This week we have something special for you: the film that started it all! And as a bonus, we asked the screenwriters of National Treasure, Cormac and Marianne Wibberley to join me and Joanne Freeman to talk about the creation of the film, what it has to say about history, and the movie's legacy. This is a fun time. Abou…

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Episode 85: Horizon and The West According to Kevin Costner with Megan Kate Nelson and Kate Carpenter 1:43:05

3d ago1:43:05

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This week Megan Kate Nelson and Kate Carpenter drop in to talk about Kevin Costner's new American epic, Horizon. Our reviews (and our drinks) are mixed but this is such a fun episode as we talk not only about where Horizon succeeds and fails but also about what Costner's career has to say about The West in general. This one is fun. About our guests…

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Emergency Pod: Gladiator II Trailer Reactions with Craig Bruce Smith 29:27

3d ago29:27

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The trailer for Gladiator II is out and we are here for it. Craig Bruce Smith joins in to talk about what we are expecting, the first film's legacy, and Denzel Washington. Let's go.

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117. Detransition, Marriage, Psychedelics and Spirituality with Valerie and LaRell Herbert 1:32:39

5d ago1:32:39

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LaRell and Valerie Herbert are a married couple with a very unique story. During their time together, LaRell first believed he was a transgender woman and went through full sex trait modification before awakening to self-acceptance as a man. Join us as we explore their journey through somatic psychology and psychedelic integration. How did their re…

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Episode 84: Gettysburg with Kevin Levin, Waitman Beorn, and Rich Condon 2:03:54

10d ago2:03:54

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This week Kevin Levine, Waitman Beorn, and Rich Condon drop in to talk about the most famous battle of the Civil War. We jump into Ted Turner's 1993 production, asking if it is an apologist film, talk about the events surrounding the battle, and talk about our favorite Civil War books and films. About our guests: Waitman Beorn is an assistant profe…

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116. Independence Therapy: Dr. Camilo Ortiz Treats Kids’ Anxiety Through Freedom + Responsibility 1:14:12

12d ago1:14:12

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In this episode, I dive into a fascinating conversation with Dr. Camilo Ortiz about a groundbreaking concept he coined as "independence therapy." Dr. Ortiz shares insights on how giving kids age-appropriate responsibilities and freedoms can help them overcome anxiety. We discuss the evolution of this idea from classic exposure therapy to empowering…

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HOWA EP 125 - MATTHEW HERBERT 1:20:02

16d ago1:20:02

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Bones.... Wind.... Caves.... A simpler time When we apes first tooted.. the fluuuute Yes it’s wild how far we’ve come and Matthew Herbert and I go back a bit too .. I mean not to the flute tooting era but we go back. He speaks during this chat of his achievements as an evolved ape and many had me gasping ! He tells of multiple slippers that he can …

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Episode 83: The Right Stuff with Kevin Rusnak, Tyler Peterson, and Michael Bazemore 1:46:41

20d ago1:46:41

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This week Kevin Rusnak, Tyler Peterson, and Michael Bazemore drop into talk about the Cold War, daredevils, and the birth of the Space Program. We have a lot of fun talking about the men and women who made NASA and maybe the coolest movie poster of all time.By Jason Herbert

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115. Black Fatherhood in America Today with Adam B Coleman, Michael DC Bowen & Jeremiah Wallace 1:35:24

19d ago1:35:24

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I sit down with three remarkable gentlemen to discuss the complexities of black fatherhood in America. Speaking from their hearts, Adam, Mike and Jeremiah share how it has shaped their characters to embrace the responsibilities, challenges, and blessings of fatherhood. They critically examine societal norms, narratives, and myths that keep black fa…

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Episode 82: Blood In Blood Out with Jimmy Santiago Baca and Jimmy Patiño 1:20:29

24d ago1:20:29

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This week poet and screenwriter Jimmy Santiago Baca joins Jimmy Patiño and me to talk about his 1993 epic Blood In Blood Out. We talk about Jimmy's life story, the challenges facing Chicanos in the 70s & 80s and the film's legacy today. This is a special pod. Hope you like it. About our guests: Jimmy Santiago Baca is a poet and activist of Chicano …

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114. Breast-Binding in a Bomb Shelter? Maia Poet on Surviving War in the Middle East and Within 1:22:19

26d ago1:22:19

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I sit down with Maia Poet, a 24-year-old Israeli-American writer, researcher, and public speaker with an extraordinary story. Maia began identifying as transgender at the tender age of 12 and recently desisted from this identity after living as a man in the Middle East for several years. What led her to this profound change? How did her experiences…

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Episode 81: Close Encounters of the Third Kind/A Global History of the UFO Phenomenon with Greg Eghigian 1:16:49

1M ago1:16:49

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This week Greg Eghigian drops in to talk about Steven Spielberg's first extraterrestrial film and his new book charting the global history of UFO sightings. We get into the histories behind the sightings, how the Cold War affected how we think about space aliens, and whether or not one should put gravy on Devil's Tower. About our guest: Greg is a p…

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Episode 36: The Festival 1:00:38

1M ago1:00:38

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This time Jay and Ken discuss H.P. Lovecraft's The Festival.By Jason McKittrick and Ken James

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113. Mental Fitness & Emotional Resilience with Jake Wiskerchen, Zander Keig & Jason Littlefield 1:30:35

1M ago1:30:35

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Many cultural critics have expressed a mounting concern about prevalent attitudes that promote fragile mentalities, potentially crippling a generation and leaving them underprepared for the demands of adult life. Today’s roundtable panel brings together experts in mental health, social work, and social-emotional learning to discuss these concerns. …

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Episode 80: The Goonies and Generation X with John Wyatt Greenlee, Leah Lagrone, and Jamie Goodall 1:43:36

1M ago1:43:36

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This week Jamie Goodall joins #HATM regulars John Wyatt Greenlee and Leah Lagrone to get to the bottom of a serious question: to which generation does The Goonies belong. We are up to no good in this episode and even through in some pirate history to boot. HATM never says die. About our guests: Dr. John Wyatt Greenlee is a medievalist and a cartogr…

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112. How to Communicate Concerns About Gender Clinics: Sidewalk Steve on Skills Activists Need 1:26:06

1M ago1:26:06

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Sidewalk Steve earned this nickname from boldly positioning himself on the streets of New Hampshire to discuss what’s wrong with pediatric sex trait modification with hundreds of passers-by. How has an introvert like Steve worked up the courage to speak in public about the most controversial issue of our time, despite fear of cancel culture and eve…

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Episode 79: The Birdcage/The History of Queer Miami with Julio Capó, Jr. 1:31:48

2M ago1:31:48

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This week Julio Capó, Jr. drops in to talk about The Birdcage. We get into Robin Williams' queer performances, what this film meant then, and what it means now. We also talk about Julio's scholarship of Miami's immigration and LGBTQ+ history, along with our mutual love of Florida. One of the best pods we've ever done. I hope you enjoy. About our gu…

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111. Healing Detransition & Dissociation: Can Therapy Help? Bob Withers, Nicolas Blooms, & Layton 1:24:05

2M ago1:24:05

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I’ve brought together a panel of two detransitioners and an elder therapist with many years of experience treating transition regret in psychoanalytic psychotherapy. Together, we explore the barriers to effective psychotherapy for individuals experiencing transition regret and the importance of a relational approach in therapy. But what happens whe…

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Episode 35: The Unnamable 59:18

2M ago59:18

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This time Jay and Ken discuss H.P. Lovecraft's The Unnamable.By Jason McKittrick and Ken James

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Episode 78: 21 Jump Street/Policing and the War on Drugs in Schools with Max Felker-Kantor 1:08:29

2M ago1:08:29

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This week Max Felker-Kantor and I talk about what may be the world's most unlikely history movie: 21 Jump Street. We talk about the real-life attempts to embed police officers undercover in schools, the rise and fall of D.A.R.E., and the role DARE played in creating the carceral state. This is such a surprising episode with some real revelations an…

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Franklin Episode 8 with Kelsa Pellettierre and Liz Covart 1:28:15

2M ago1:28:15

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This week Liz Covart drops in to talk with Kelsa and I about the final episode of Franklin, along with her thoughts on the show as it was. We get into the diplomatic manuevering at Paris, Liz's Codfish moment, the brigand that was William Augustus Bowles and ask if the French lost the American Revolution. About our guest: Liz Covart is a historian …

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110. The Nature of the Beast of Gender Ideology + Grace as the Antidote in a World of Pain 52:54

2M ago52:54

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Today’s episode is unlike any other. Although I had an entirely different episode planned, something came up recently that needed to be addressed. I said something on social media that hit a nerve for a lot of anguished people, namely, ROGD parents — ironically, the population I am most focused on addressing, and typically have great relationships …

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Episode 77: Jaws with Melissa Cristina Márquez 59:16

2M ago59:16

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This week marine biologist and world reknowned shark expert Melissa Cristina Márquez dives in to talk all things Jaws. We talk about her career as a scientist, the role of sharks in the ecosystem, and the impact the book and film had on global shark populations. This is a different look for HATM and a lot of fun talking to an inspiring scholar. We'…

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109. ROGD Survival Guide: Strategic Advice for Concerned Parents of Trans-Identified Youth 49:12

2M ago49:12

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In a rare solo episode, I reflect on a few key themes that have emerged during the course of my work consulting with with parents who are worried about losing their kids to the gender craze. Join me as I share insights on how to help families facing this challenge. When is it actually a bad idea to tell your kids about the harms of sex trait modifi…

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Franklin Episode 7 with Kelsa Pellettiere, Michael Hattem, and Joanne Freeman 1:46:11

2M ago1:46:11

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Listen. You don't need to have watched the Franklin series at this point. Listen to THIS POD. This one. Everything you need is here. We've got Kelsa Pellettiere. We have Michael Hattem. We have JOANNE FREEMAN. We have colonial ideologies and diatribes on where an American Revolution series should go. We have disappointment in Michael Douglas. We ha…

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Episode 34: The Rats In The Walls 1:43:46

2M ago1:43:46

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This time Jay and Ken discuss H.P. Lovecraft's The Rats in The Walls.By Jason McKittrick and Ken James

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Franklin Episode 6 with Kelsa Pellettiere 1:04:31

2M ago1:04:31

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This week Kelsa and I ask the tough questions about the series: Are they spending too much time on Temple? Is Lafayette the best character? How will they resolve the series? Which Founding Father would have had an OnlyFans account? Stick around for the wildest discussion on the American Revolution you've ever heard.…

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HOWA EP 124 - JASON LIM of INSTRUO 1:13:10

2M ago1:13:10

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Superbooth 2024 here I come Im in a rush but I promised a show so here it is :) This is the second celebration of a wonderful maker in the eurorack world. Meet Instruo. The company was founded by Jason Lim who is the guest on this episode and we discuss how a company like this can exist in the wild electric world. The kind of knowledge it takes. Th…

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Episode 76: In the Heart of the Sea with Bathsheba Demuth 1:25:32

2M ago1:25:32

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This week we are joined Bathsheba Demuth to talk about the Chris Hemsworth-led In The Heart of the Sea. Bathsheba is the author of one of my favorite books, Floating Coast: An Environmental History of the Bering Strait and we talk about the history of whaling, her work with Indigenous communities in the Yukon, and of course, Moby Dick. This is one …

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108. #Babygate 2024: The Heretical Notion That Mothers Matter | Amy Sousa, Laura Haynes, & Robin Atkins 1:29:51

2M ago1:29:51

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In response to a viral tweet that sparked a heated debate about the natural bond between mothers and babies, I’ve brought together a panel of wise women to delve into the controversial topic of motherhood, daycare, and child-rearing in the 21st century. My guests share personal experiences and expertise in reproductive mental health, child developm…

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Episode 75: Red Dawn with Kathleen Belew 1:06:17

3M ago1:06:17

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This week my good friend and native Coloradan Kathleen Belew drops in to talk about the movie that etched the word "wolverines" into our lives forever: Red Dawn. We talk about how Red Dawn depicts Cold War fears on the big screen, and how it has been perceived in the *checks notes* forty years since its release. As usual, Kathleen and I talk about …

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107. Exposing Gender Malpractice: Mia Hughes on the WPATH Files, Medical Ethics, & Informed Consent 1:44:51

3M ago1:44:51

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Mia Hughes, author of the recently released WPATH Files report, joins me today to discuss the medical scandal of our era. Together, we uncover the shocking revelations from the leaked files, exposing the mistreatment of vulnerable individuals seeking gender transition. We explore how the official-sounding “World Professional Association for Transge…

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Franklin Episode 5 with Kelsa Pellettiere and Seth Cotlar 1:25:49

3M ago1:25:49

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This week the legendary Seth Cotlar joins in with Kelsa and me to talk about Episode 5 of Franklin. We get into the dynamics between John Adams and Benjamin Franklin, talk about the need for more meat some of these storylines, and address the needs of the colonies to those of Ukraine in the present day. It's another great trip to the 18th century.…

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Episode 33: Cyclopean Cinema Volume One: Re-Animator 53:56

3M ago53:56

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This time Jay and Ken bring you a new episode type Cyclopean Cinema. In this new format they compare the H.P. Lovecraft stories to their film adaptations. First up Re-Animator.By Jason McKittrick and Ken James

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HOWA EP 123 - MATTHEW OF ALM BUSY CIRCUITS 1:19:20

3M ago1:19:20

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Im joined by Matthew Allum (ALM/Busy Circuits) as we discuss the origins of one of the best loved and most popular eurorack modules of all time Pam’s New Workout (and subsequent PRO form) How does a person go from having a thought of an afternoon to running one of the worlds most beloved modular synth companies? All shall be revealed! For those sen…

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Episode 74: Inside Out with Agnes Arnold-Forster 1:15:18

3M ago1:15:18

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This week Agnes Arnold-Forster jumps in to talk about the emotional roller coaster that is Pixar's Inside Out. We talk about how historians have conceptualized emotions, their role in the human experience, and Agnes' new book which charts the history of nostalgia. This is such a cool pod because we go places we rarely get to visit. I hope you dig i…

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106. Earth Day with Derrick Jensen: on Ecological Grief and Reconnecting with Our Wild Nature 1:44:09

3M ago1:44:09

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This Earth Day, I’d like to honor the importance of our connection to the natural world by welcoming the insightful Derrick Jensen, an author and environmental activist whose work has profoundly influenced me from an early age. We explore the stark contrast between our knowledge of commercial jingles and movie stars versus our understanding of the …

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Franklin Episode 4 with Kelsa Pellettiere and Lindsay Chervinsky 1:14:57

3M ago1:14:57

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This week HATM friend Lindsay Chervinsky drops in to talk about Episode 4 of Franklin. We talk about the very real possibility all of this could fail, spies galore, a young Louis XVI (with a head!) and a villainous John Adams? Join in with us now! About our guest: Dr. Lindsay M. Chervinsky is a presidential historian. She is the author of the award…

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HOWA EP 122 - ROBERT HENKE 1:33:29

3M ago1:33:29

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were you the co-developer of ableton live? ah no but Mr Henke very much was. Think about that for a minute. It’s easy to forget as he’ll never bring it up without being prompted. He’s not big on the dwelling and far more interested in his current obsessions. Special interests (SPINS) as they are called are the things driving the REAL artists of whi…

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Episode 73: Gidget and the rise of California beach culture with Elsa Devienne 1:13:14

3M ago1:13:14

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This week Elsa Devienne drops in to talk about Gidget and the history and transformation of the California beach. We get into the fascination with the US and the environment, as well as the influence of Hawaii on California beach culture. We also jump into issues of body image, gender dynamics, and queer representation in beach movies and the globa…

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105. Young Men Crying for Help: Dr. Joseph Burgo on Shame, Narcissism, Autism & Autogynephilia 1:14:13

3M ago1:14:13

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Today I welcome the esteemed Dr. Joseph Burgo to discuss the psychological crisis of males who find refuge in a trans identity. Along the way, we explore myriad contributing factors, from shame, narcissism, and autogynephilia; to rising rates of autism and unlimited access to increasingly obscene internet pornography; as well as gender roles, norms…

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Franklin Episodes 1-3 with Kelsa Pellettiere and Craig Bruce Smith 1:39:23

3M ago1:39:23

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This week begins our first episode covering the new series on Apple TV, FRANKLIN, starring Michael Douglas. Each week we'll recap the episode, fill in with historical backstory, and offer plenty of snark. We have a permanent cohost for the series in Kelsa Pelletiere, one of the foremost Franklin scholars in the world. And we'll rotate in new guests…

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Episode 32: The Lurking Fear 51:32

3M ago51:32

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This time Jay and Ken discuss H.P. Lovecraft's The Lurking Fear.By Jason McKittrick and Ken James

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Episode 72: Robocop and guns in America with Drew McKevitt 1:25:40

3M ago1:25:40

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This week Drew McKevitt returns to talk about Robocop (1987). We get into depictions of Detroit as a failed city and of Robocop as both the commercial answer to the Terminator and maybe the antithesis of Dirty Harry. And we dive deep into Drew’s new book to talk about the rise of the gun culture in the United States. Hanging with Drew is always a b…

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104. Why I Stopped Doing Therapy and Switched to Consulting (For Now) - a Solo Interlude 30:45

3M ago30:45

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In this rare solo episode, I delve into personal decisions that have recently shaped my career path, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs that have led me to where I am today, including the impact of stress on chronic illness, and the difficult choice to step back from therapy to prioritize my well-being. But why did I choose consulting ov…

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