Best Lighting The Pipes Podcasts (2024)

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The Mask of Dimitrios (1939) 2:16:33

10h ago2:16:33

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Who killed Dimitrios Makrupoulos? That’s what obsessive mystery writer Charles Latimer is eager to find out in Eric Ambler’s classic thriller from 1939. As he racks up European passport stamps in pursuit of an answer, the dark and criminal underbelly of a continent in flux is exposed to him, offering Latimer much more than fodder for his next novel…

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The new wave of private school vouchers 28:57

31m ago28:57

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For decades, private school vouchers, often referred to as school choice programs, were limited to low-income students. But recently, several states have passed universal voucher programs that any family, regardless of income, can use to pay their kids’ private school tuition. On the show today, Huriya Jabbar, professor of education policy at the U…

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An increasingly anxious U.S. labor market 10:12

16h ago10:12

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New survey data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York shows that the percentage of Americans who expect to get laid off in the next four months has gone up. On the other hand, the share of Americans who expect to get a job offer in the next four months is also up. So what gives? We’ll get into the labor market unease and why the Federal Reserve…

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The complicated and costly challenge of rebuilding Gaza 23:33

35m ago23:33

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Since the start of the Israel-Hamas war, 70% of Gaza’s housing has been damaged, crucial infrastructure like schools and hospitals have been destroyed, and millions of Palestinians have been displaced. We’ll get into the logistical and economic challenge of reconstructing the Gaza Strip. And, we’ll explain why certain proposals coming out of the Ha…

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Israel and the Neocons’ Iraq War (DCC47 - Audio) 33:55

19m ago33:55

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To see/hear the full episode head over to https://www.patreon.com/americanexception to subscribe and support the best historical analysis of the U.S. Empire. Aaron reviews and discusses a new and very important book, 'Israel, Winner of the 2003 Iraq Oil War: Undue Influence, Deceptions, and the Neocon Energy Agenda'. The book was written by Gary Vo…

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Trump’s pipe dream: slashing energy prices by half 12:12

23m ago12:12

12:12

At a campaign rally, former President Trump said he’s committed to slashing energy prices by at least half in a year (or at the latest 18 months). We’ll explain why it’s a pipe dream. And, Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to propose the first-ever federal ban on corporate price-gouging in the food industry. But where’s the line between pric…

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The new rules of the road for real estate agents 16:12

40m ago16:12

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A quick housing market announcement: the structure for real estate commissions is set to change this week following a legal settlement with the National Association of Realtors from earlier this year. We’ll get into what it could mean for homebuyers, sellers and real estate agents. And, to publish or not to publish internal Trump campaign documents…

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Making Sense of 9/11 (AE181) - [TRAILER] 10:29

2h ago10:29

10:29

Bryce Greene speaks about 9/11 with two guests. The first is independent researcher Adam Fitzgerald. He runs The Darkened Hour podcast, the Adam Fitgerald YouTube channel, and on Word Press he runs the site 9/11/The Historical Timeline. The second guest is Ben, and he runs the Podcast for a New American Century. This episode marks the first in a se…

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From Burning Questions: How can I eat for the planet (without getting stressed out)? 15:23

25m ago15:23

15:23

Hey Smarties! If you’ve ever wondered how you make your diet more climate friendly, this episode of “Burning Questions” has you covered. From our friends over at “How We Survive,” the series answers your questions about climate change. In this episode, host Amy Scott chats with Melissa Nelson, professor of Indigenous sustainability at Arizona State…

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The growing threat of GPS attacks on airlines 12:27

5d ago12:27

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On the show today: a story from the “this is terrifying” file. Cybersecurity researchers are bringing attention to a recent surge in GPS “spoofing” on commercial airlines. We’ll explain how these digital attacks work and why they pose a danger. And, former President Donald Trump made his return to the social media site X to promote an upcoming conv…

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Peacock sticks the landing at Paris Olympics 36:31

11d ago36:31

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Compared to the Games in Tokyo and Beijing, NBC’s Paris Olympics coverage has been pulling in significantly higher viewership and ad revenue. Guest host Meghan McCarty Carino explains why the company may have finally hit its stride with its streamer Peacock. And, candidate Donald Trump said the president should have more influence over the Federal …

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'After the Uprising' (DCC46) 1:16:04

3d ago1:16:04

1:16:04

Bryce and Aaron speak with Ray Nowosielski and Maria Chappelle-Nadal. They are two of the creators of 'After the Uprising', a true crime podcast which investigates a string of mysterious tragedies among Ferguson activists in St. Louis, years after they helped launch a national movement for Black Lives. Image: Riot police in Ferguson, Missouri, 2014…

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What betting markets can and can’t tell us about the election 19:29

5d ago19:29

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Former {resident Trump and Vice President Harris are apparently neck and neck in the presidential race. That’s according to the … betting markets? Yes! We’ll get into the ways prediction markets are being used like polls in the 2024 race. Then, why lobbying dollars may pour in at state houses following the end of the Chevron doctrine. Plus, guest h…

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Minding the Darkness, Minding the Light w/Peter Dale Scott - Part 27 (AE180 - TRAILER] 10:03

6d ago10:03

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In this episode, we get another reading and discussion of some politically and biographically inspired poetry from Peter’s new poetry collection, Dreamcraft. This episode includes poetry about Peter’s friendship with the late Leonard Cohen. This is the 27th installment of our oral history series with the prolific poet, historian, and political theo…

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Google’s ruling and Biden’s antitrust legacy 21:37

7d ago21:37

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A federal judge on Monday ruled that Google acted illegally to maintain a monopoly over online search. It’s the biggest antitrust ruling in decades. Could it be the cherry on top for President Joe Biden’s economic legacy? We’ll get into it. Plus, climate change and the future of the home insurance industry. And, gymnastics girl power and meteor sho…

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So you’ve been part of a data breach. Now what? 36:04

6d ago36:04

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Another day, another data breach, am I right? Companies including AT&T, Ticketmaster, and UnitedHealth have all made headlines recently after hackers left millions of customers’ data vulnerable. Lily Hay Newman, a writer covering information security, digital privacy and hacking for Wired, says data breaches like these have been a growing issue for…

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The stock market temper tantrum, explained 21:48

7d ago21:48

21:48

It’s been a tumultuous Monday for global markets as investors worry about the strength of the American economy. We’ll explain the data points behind the stock market slide and what it could mean for the Federal Reserve’s upcoming decisions on interest rates. And, we’ll get into what the fallout of former President Donald Trump’s appearance at the N…

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On the Brink (DCC45) 37:49

11d ago37:49

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Aaron and Bryce discuss a number of recent, momentous events--including the unsuccessful assassination attempt on Trump, the Establishment/deep state coup that ended Biden 2024, the Zionists' assassination of a senior Hamas leader in Iran, and other insanity related to the Gaza Genocide. Image: Reuters/Yaser Al-Khodor Special thanks to: Dana Chavar…

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LTP 007: Licence Renewed (1981) 58:34

12d ago58:34

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Our look at the post-Fleming world of 007 continues with "Licence Renewed", John Gardner's inaugural outing and the first James Bond novel of the 1980s. An ousted nuclear scientist with a Braveheart complex seeks revenge in this spy adventure. From fixed horse races and holographic bedrooms to night-driving and devilish highland games, we portion o…

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12 Gauge Uncut - The 12 Gauge Rocky Shaw with Shawn Ambrose the most hated man in GA/AL Wrestling. 1:23:25

12d ago1:23:25

1:23:25

So what happens when the heat magnet. The One and Only GA Bad Boy The 12 Gauge Rocky Shaw. Sits down to talk to The Most Hated Man in GA/AL Wrestling Shawn Ambrose? We go in depth and for the 1st time ever he will talk about his departure from KLT and what lead to the Creation of a New promotion. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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The global rise of right-wing populism (rerun) 31:17

14d ago31:17

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It’s been a few months since our deep dive on populism, but following the annoucement of JD Vance as Trump’s VP pick, the term is back in the headlines. Today, we’re revisiting that episode because it’s important to know what populism is and isn’t, and why a specific brand of populism is on the rise. We will be back next week with new episodes afte…

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Imperial Pipe Dreams (DCC44) 1:30:52

16d ago1:30:52

1:30:52

We discuss pipeline geopolitics and US imperialism with attorney and historian Charlotte Dennett. Charlotte is the author of: 'Follow the Pipelines: Uncovering the Mystery of a Lost Spy and the Deadly Politics of the Great Game for Oil' (See: American Exception 110) "Israel, Gaza, and the Struggle for Oil" "War in Ukraine Could Be the Mother of All…

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The 12 Gauge Uncut-GunClub Edition with Avery Jax 1:20:14

16d ago1:20:14

1:20:14

The GA Bad boy The 12 Gauge Rocky Shaw talks with GunClubs Avery Jax and they get lose and crazy. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By "The 12 Gauge" Rocky Shaw

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Make Me Smart: 2024 Olympics edition 28:19

20d ago28:19

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On today’s edition of Economics on Tap, we’ll get into some news while toasting the start of the 2024 Paris Olympics. First, Kimberly teaches us how to make an Olympic torch cocktail (complete with a real flame)! And, we’ll play a Paris Games-themed round of This or That. But first, a discussion of the history of women’s sportswear at the Olympic G…

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Biden’s economic legacy 11:53

19d ago11:53

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When President Biden leaves office in 2025, he’ll leave behind a series of industrial policies like the CHIPS Act and Inflation Reduction Act that have turned United States economic policy on its head. We’ll get into why it may take decades to see these initiatives fully play out. And, we’ll get into Vice President Kamala Harris’s budding economic …

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Campaign trail myths about immigration and the economy 14:17

20d ago14:17

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Ahead of this year’s election, politicians are spinning out all kinds of narratives about how immigration hurts the U.S. economy. But an analysis by the Congressional Budget Office projects that a surge in immigration over the next decade will ultimately lower the federal deficit. We’ll do the numbers. Then, we’ll get into why former Treasury Secre…

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The growing U.S. soccer economy 24:20

21d ago24:20

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Today, we’re talking about one of Kai Ryssdal’s favorite topics: soccer! The sport’s U.S. audience is only expected grow, especially as the country gets ready to host the World Cup in 2026. Paul Tenorio, soccer writer for The Athletic, said access to the sport has changed dramatically for Americans over the last decade. On the show today, Tenorio e…

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Chaos at the Twilight of Empire: The Trump Shooting (AE179) 10:39

22d ago10:39

10:39

This episode includes my recent interview with John Kiriakou and Michelle Witte as well as some additional commentary on the assassination attempt. Special thanks to Dana Chavarria for producing the episode! Music: "Some Say" by Mock OrangeBy Aaron Good

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Kamala Harris and the glass cliff 13:38

22d ago13:38

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It’s official, folks. Over the weekend, President Joe Biden dropped out of the presidential race and Vice President Kamala Harris stepped in. Some are pointing out similarities between VP Harris’ eleventh-hour candidacy and the “glass cliff effect,” when a woman is put in a position of leadership to fix a company in crisis. We’ll get into it and fi…

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Charles Altamont Doyle (1832-1893) 48:07

23d ago48:07

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Artistry and imagination ran in the bloodline of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's family. His father, Charles, was driven by powerful appetites and ambitions that aptly reflected the Victorian spirit and would come to greatly influence his son. However, his personal life and mental health were marked by persistent struggle. From his advantaged start in Lon…

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What happens to Biden’s campaign money if he quits the race? 28:21

25d ago28:21

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In May, President Joe Biden’s campaign said it had a hefty $91 million stashed in the bank. If Biden were to end his candidacy, what would happen to all that cash? We’ll get into it. And, we’ll explain why the federal government’s plan to phase out its purchases of single-use plastics could have a sizable impact on the country’s use of plastic over…

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Deez Lone Nutz Strike Again!? (DCC43) 1:12:14

26d ago1:12:14

1:12:14

Aaron and Bryce review and discuss Bryce's recent and brief interview appearance on British television before getting into a longer discussion on the Trump assassination plot and Trump's VP pick. Image: AP Photo/Evan Vucci Special thanks to: Dana Chavarria, production Casey Moore, graphics Michelle Boley, animated intro Mock Orange, music…

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The elephant in the room at the RNC 12:20

26d ago12:20

12:20

This week Sean O’Brien became the first ever president of the Teamsters union to speak at the Republican National Convention. We’ll explain why this ruffled some feathers and what it could mean for the relationship between unions and the Democratic Party. And, we’ll get into how the lock-in effect is shaping today’s housing market and why the Feder…

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The populist threat to climate action 16:34

27d ago16:34

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The transition to our clean energy economy is already underway. But progress on climate change may slow down as climate populism on the far right is taking root in developed economies. We’ll explain why cheaper, green technologies might be the antidote. Meanwhile, in Arizona, ballooning costs for a school voucher program triggered a state budget cr…

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Want to protect our democracy? Start here! 35:22

29d ago35:22

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If you’ve been feeling hopeless about the news, the election, the economy, the climate crisis and everything else that’s going on, today’s episode is for you. Emily Amick, lawyer and co-author of “Democracy in Retrograde: How to Make Changes Big and Small in Our Country and in Our Lives,” argues we can all become better participants in our democrac…

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Minding the Darkness, Minding the Light w/Peter Dale Scott - Part 26 (AE178) 10:37

1M ago10:37

10:37

In this episode, we get a reading and discussion of politically and biographically inspired poetry from Peter’s new poetry collection, Dreamcraft. This is the 26th installment of our oral history series with the prolific poet, historian, and political theorist who gave us parapolitics as well as the deep politics approach. Special thanks to Dana Ch…

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The deluge of Trump news 17:12

30d ago17:12

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We’re still processing the news of the shooting at Donald Trump’s campaign rally in Pennsylvania over the weekend. On top of that, a federal judge dismissed the classified documents case against the former president. We’ll get into the news and why it matters how we talk about it. Then, we’ll explain why eviction rates remain above pre-pandemic lev…

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LTP Selects: The Devil's Foot (1910) 46:33

30d ago46:33

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We conclude this summer's Sherlock Selects series with "The Devil's Foot", originally published in 1910 and presented later in Conan Doyle's "His Last Bow" collection. Highlighted by a dastardly villain with a vengeful, colonial mind, this story also features a drug-induced journey into the unknown which tests Holmes and Watson's friendship to the …

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A funding freeze for Biden 23:14

1M ago23:14

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In the aftermath of the debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, money’s been talking. Major donors to a key pro-Biden super PAC are reportedly putting donations worth $90 million on ice if Biden stays in the race. We’ll get into what the funding freeze means for the future of Biden’s campaign. Plus, guest host Sabri Be…

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A Deadly Betrayal? (DCC42) 1:09:07

1M ago1:09:07

1:09:07

Aaron speaks to Lawrence Wilkerson about a new book on the Iraq War for which Wilkerson wrote the foreword: 'Deadly Betrayal: The Truth About Why the United States Invaded Iraq'. Lawrence Wilkerson is a retired United States Army Colonel and former chief of staff to United States Secretary of State Colin Powell. Image: US Marine places flag over st…

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A new normal for interest rates? 22:28

1M ago22:28

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If you’re waiting for interest rates to fall back to the near-zero levels of the 2010s, don’t hold your breath. On Capitol Hill this week, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell told senators that era is probably over. We’ll get into it. And, we’ll unpack why more NATO members are spending more on defense and what’s causing widespread financial strain…

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Still Life (2005) 1:53:27

1M ago1:53:27

1:53:27

Louise Penny's debut novel transports readers to the Eastern Townships of Quebec, Canada, and the fictitious village of Three Pines. The mysterious death of a retired teacher, Jane Neal, sends this secluded community into a fog of suspicion marked by the exhumation of buried secrets, insecurities and dark history. Working the case is Chief Inspecto…

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Who’s ready for retirement? 19:47

1M ago19:47

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For the oldest members of Gen X, retirement is right around the corner. But a new report from BlackRock found only 60% of Gen X feels on track to retire, the lowest of any generation. We’ll do the numbers on which Americans feel confident in their retirement savings and what could explain generational and gender gaps. And, we’ll get into a social m…

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The problem with the American 30-year mortgage 31:15

1M ago31:15

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The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is as American as apple pie. But it wasn’t always this way, and it’s putting the housing market in a tough spot lately. A substantial amount of homeowners with low-rate mortgages are choosing to stay put in their homes rather than selling and buying a new one at higher rates. It’s created what’s known as a lock-in ef…

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Far West and the Global Drug Meta-Group - Part 5 (AE177) 9:31

1M ago9:31

9:31

Ben Howard and Aaron to continue our series on the post-Cold War global drug meta-group (GDMG). In this installment, they are joined by Peter Dale Scott who finally breaks his semi-silence on the subject! For a time, the GDMG was centered around the milieu at Far West, a private military/intelligence outfit that combined elements of classic deep st…

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