Best Alison Davidsons Podcasts (2024)

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Episode #163 with Lindsey Graham "Patriot Barbie" 33:59

1h ago33:59

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Lindsey Graham is the Patriot Barbie – a loud, proud, pro-gun, pro-life, Jesus-loving, red-blooded conservative, Republican woman. She is a fierce voice for conservative women, a spitfire advocate for small business owners, an authentic patriot standing for American values. Her story sounds like something out of a wild conspiracy theory novel – it …

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253. Leonard Koren 56:31

8d ago56:31

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Leonard Koren is a writer, aesthetics expert, artist, and publisher. He’s the author of books like Wabi-Sabi for Artists, Designers, Poets & Philosophers, What Artists Do, Arranging Things: A Rhetoric of Object Placement, Musings of a Curious Aesthete, and most recently On Creating Things Aesthetic. From 1976 to 1981, he was the editor and publishe…

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Episode #162 Jeff Barke discusses peptides 19:40

2h ago19:40

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Dr. Jeff Barke holds down the fort discussing peptides while Dr. Mark McDonald is on vacation. Tune in to hear a special message about our show sponsors DandeNatural.com and RogersHood.com USE CODE "IDM" for 10% OFF Support the Show. For more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedi…

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Episode #161 with John Davidson 36:36

3h ago36:36

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Show sponsored by RogersHood.com - your source for parasite cleansing and detoxing. Code IDM for 10% off. This episode we interview John Davidson. He is a journalist, marketer, filmmaker, and CEO of Magic Feather Inc. and Magic Feathers Corp as well as a member of the advisory board of the Free Press Foundation. With a 30-year media career working …

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Episode #160 with Landa from Dande Natural 35:11

1h ago35:11

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Welcome back with Landa, one of our show sponsors and the founder of DandeNatural.com Landa discovered her passion for natural products while experimenting with DIY projects as a hobby. Landa became determined to develop safe and effective alternatives for others after learning about all the harmful chemicals and toxins in just about everything we …

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Episode #159 Dan Corrigan with Smidge Supplements 39:36

2h ago39:36

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Our next episode is an interview with the owner of the widely known supplement brand, Smidge. Daniel Corrigan of Organic 3 is a survivor of a life-threatening intestinal condition – and creator of the unparalleled Sensitive Probiotic (formerly called GutPro®), which is helping countless others around the world heal and thrive, too. After spending t…

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252. Ingrid Schroder 1:00:18

10d ago1:00:18

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Ingrid Schroder is the director of the Architectural Association School of Architecture in London. She was previously Head of Design Teaching and Director of the MPhil in Architecture and Urban Design at the University of Cambridge Department of Architecture. In this conversation, Jarrett and Ingrid talk about the legacy and future of the AA, the c…

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Episode #158 Alison Levine - Breathwork Healing 34:06

6d ago34:06

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Here we go again! Ali Levine @alilevinedesign is a world renowned intuitive & celebrity stylist as well as a sought after TV & media personality. From dressing the most famous people in Hollywood & public figures around the world, in 2020 Ali started her own personal inner journey and became a certified Breathwork Facilitator & Spiritual Coach. She…

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Episode #157 Amanda Porta and Robyn Towt - Breast Implant Illness 32:14

24d ago32:14

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Here we go again! Another great episode sponsored by RogersHood and Dande Natural Welcoming Holistic Beauty Coach Amanda Porta to the show as she blends her love of aesthetics and natural health to help her clients achieve optimal results. Amanda has worked in all areas of the beauty industry for 20 years and has trained under some of the best prac…

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Episode 156 with Michael Kummer 39:06

1M ago39:06

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Michael Kummer is a former professional sprinter, a CrossFit athlete, and the founder of MK Supplements, a dietary supplement brand that offers freeze-dried organ meat sourced from 100% pasture-raised cattle. He also hosts the Primal Shift Podcast and a popular YouTube channel with more than 45,000 subscribers. Listen to hear more about his unique …

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Episode 155 with John Eastman 38:22

11d ago38:22

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Welcome back! Dr. John Eastman is the former Henry Salvatori Professor of Law & Community Service and former Dean at Chapman University's Dale E. Fowler School of Law, where he had been a member of the faculty since 1999, specializing in Constitutional Law, Legal History, and Property. He is a founding director of the Center for Constitutional Juri…

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251. Cynthia Davidson 1:00:45

12d ago1:00:45

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Cynthia Davidson is the cofounder and executive director of Anyone Corporation, a nonprofit architecture think tank. She is the editor of the architecture journal Log, and previously ANY magazine, an architecture theory tabloid that published from 1993-2000. She is also responsible for more than 40 books in print, including 24 books in the Anyone p…

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Episode #154 with Brian Thornburg DO PA, Board Certified Pediatrician Sponsored by RogersHood.com 42:37

2M ago42:37

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Back at it again with another great episode! This episode is sponsored by RogersHood.com Save 10% code IDM on your order! Featuring Dr. Brian Thornburg DO PA, Board Certified Pediatrician and owner of Thornburg Wellness in sunny Florida. "Our journey began in a medical office with a dream of making lasting changes beyond the four walls of the exami…

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Joanna Davidson Politano—The Elusive Truth of Silent Films 22:28

25d ago22:28

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On the final episode of Historical Fiction: Unpacked, I talk with Joanna Davidson Politano about her latest novel, The Elusive Truth of Lily Temple. We had a wonderful conversation about the silent film industry, the part gardens play in this story, and Joanna’s research and writing process. Here’s a description of the novel: In her newest narrativ…

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250. Jacob Moore 53:52

26d ago53:52

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Jacob R. Moore was named the executive director of The Architectural League of New York in June 2023. He previously served as associate director of the Temple Hoyne Buell Center for the Study of American Architecture at Columbia University. He’s worked as a writer, editor, curator, and publisher and helped co-found The Avery Review. In this convers…

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A.D. Rhine—War and Friendship 37:36

2M ago37:36

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This week’s episode features a fun conversation. Ashlee Cowles and Danielle Stinson make up A.D. Rhine. They met as military “brats” when they were kids and stayed close over the years. They’ve united to write a duology, Horses of Fire and Daughters of Bronze. I sat down with Ashley and Danielle to talk about their friendship, their mutual love of …

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Erin Bartels—Recognizing Women Artists in History 33:14

1M ago33:14

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Award-winning author Erin Bartels joins me on the show to talk about her latest novel, The Lady with the Dark Hair. We discuss the barriers women historically faced when they wanted to pursue a career as an artist as well as the recent emergence of female artists from history. Here is a description of the novel: A charismatic man with a legacy that…

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249. José Esparza Chong Cuy 45:38

1M ago45:38

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José Esparza Chong Cuy is the executive director and chief curator of Storefront for Art and Architecture, a New York-based institution that amplifies the understanding of the built environment through artistic practice. Before Storefront, José was an associate curator at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago and an associate curator at the Museo …

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Episode #153 with Nicole Pearson 44:07

2M ago44:07

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Welcome back to another great episode of Informed Dissent! Episode #153 with special guest Nicole Pearson. Nicole’s passion for protecting the constitutional rights of others is rooted in her Abuelita’s couragous escape from fascism in Argentina. Today, she fights so her own children will enjoy the God-given freedoms promised by our Bill of Rights.…

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Allison Pataki—America’s Forgotten Leading Lady 28:26

2M ago28:26

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New York Times Bestselling author Allison Pataki joins me on the show today to talk about her latest release, Finding Margaret Fuller. We discussed Margaret’s place in history, the many famous transcendentalist writers she was connected to, and her influence on the U.S. feminist movement. We also talked about Allison’s research process, including h…

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Jennifer Ryan—The Underground Library 32:16

3M ago32:16

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I had a wonderful conversation with Jennifer Ryan about her newly released novel, The Underground Library. It’s based on the real Bethnal Green Library, which went underground to service the bomb shelters beneath the streets of London during the Second World War. Jennifer and I chatted about the roles women played during World War II, how research …

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248. Kathleen & Christopher Sleboda 53:21

2M ago53:21

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Kathleen and Christopher Sleboda run Draw Down Books, a publishing project and bookshop focused on graphic design, typography, and printed matter. They also work as graphic designers for clients and teach at Boston University, RISD, and the University of Connecticut. Previously, Christopher was Director of Graphic Design at the Yale University Art …

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Episode #152 With Calvin Ng - Sponsored by Smidge (small batch supplements) 42:46

3M ago42:46

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Welcome back to another Dissent topic with Dr. Calvin Ng. But first, we’d like to introduce our newest sponsor to Informed Dissent. And that is the supplement company Smidge (small batch supplements). Code “IDM” saves you 10%! Dr. Barke has been using their products for some time now and likes that they are family-owned, not Pharma-owned, and all t…

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Joel H. Morris—Exploring Lady Macbeth 30:12

3M ago30:12

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This week’s episode brings you a conversation with Joel H. Morris. His debut novel, All Our Yesterdays, releases next week, and it’s the origin story of the famous lady featured in Shakespeare’s play Macbeth. Joel and I discussed his love of Shakespeare and how he became fascinated with one of the most studied female literary figures. Here’s a desc…

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Gail Lehrman—A Tale of New York City 32:37

3M ago32:37

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I spoke with Gail Lehrman about her love for New York City, how she came to become a writer later in life, and what’s so special about her debut novel, Across Seward Park. Here’s a description of the novel: Unions. Strikes. War. Depression… Set in the crowded tenements and teeming streets of New York’s Lower East Side, Across Seward Park follows on…

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Episode #151 with Drs. Tim and May Hindmarsh 35:52

2M ago35:52

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Another BS Free episode coming at you—this time with Drs. Tim and May Hindmarsh! Together... Board Certified Family Practice physicians, currently practicing Urgent Care Both have over 26 years of diverse experience in family practice, hospital medicine, and urgent care Dual physician power couple and faith based physicians who have raised their ki…

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247. Aaron Betsky 55:03

2M ago55:03

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Aaron Betsky is a critic, curator, and administrator. Until 2022, he was the director of Virginia Tech’s School of Architecture and Design. He previous was the president and dean of the School of Architecture at Taliesin, the director of the Cincinnati Art Museum, director of the Netherlands Architecture Institute, and a curator at the San Francisc…

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Eric Z. Weintraub—The Jewish Expulsion From Spain 26:14

3M ago26:14

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Eric Z. Weintraub spoke with me about his newly released novel, South of Sepharad: The 1492 Jewish Expulsion from Spain. Eric and I talked about what we’re writing, the role of Eric’s Jewish heritage in his decision to write about this topic, the research his project required, and how he found a publisher. Here’s a description of South of Sepharad:…

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Episode #150 with Nathan Riley Holisitic OBGYN 52:54

3M ago52:54

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Another week, another great episode #150 with Dr. Nathan Riley, Holistic OBGYN! Nathan is a home birth doctor and holistic gynecologist living in Louisville, KY. He received his MD from Temple University. He completed his OBGYN residency at Kaiser in Los Angeles and his fellowship in Hospice & Palliative at UC San Diego. He is dual-board-certified …

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The Apron Strings Series—with Amy Lynn Walsh 30:53

4M ago30:53

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Amy Lynn Walsh joins me on the show today to talk about her new release, Nellie. It’s part of the Apron Strings Series, a string of heartfelt inspirational stories by various authors featuring different women through the decades. Amy and I talked about the book’s setting of Northeastern Pennsylvania, which is the area where we both live! We also di…

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246. Alison Place 52:05

3M ago52:05

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Alison Place is a designer, educator, and researcher whose work explores the intersection of design and feminist theory. She is the editor of Feminist Designer: On the Personal and the Political in Design and teaches graphic design in the School of Art at the University of Arkansas, where she serves as director of the graphic design program. In thi…

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Episode #149 with Kim Rogers (Worm Queen) 44:52

3M ago44:52

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SAVE 10% USE CODE "IDM" Have you heard of the Worm Queen? Neither had we--until a couple weeks ago when our podcast manager said we HAD to get her on the show! Kim Rogers has worked in Western medicine for 18+ years and holds an associate’s degree in Medical Specialties and a bachelor's degree in Healthcare. During her 18 years in the medical field…

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Dean Cycon—Life After Auschwitz 49:10

4M ago49:10

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Dean Cycon is an author, lawyer, human rights advocate and internationally renowned social entrepreneur. His debut novel, Finding Home, released last June. We talked about this tale of survivors of Auschwitz returning to their former town following World War II, why Jews in Hungary had a slightly different experience from those in other European co…

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Episode #148 with Drs. Jeff Barke and Mark McDonald 31:25

3M ago31:25

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Welcome back to another episode of Informed Dissent, where we go beyond the headlines to bring you the stories behind the scenes! In this exclusive preview, we're offering you a sneak peek into the latest developments and thought-provoking discussions happening within our community. We believe this statement to be true: "New levels new devils." Lis…

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Talia Carner—Unpacking What It Means To Be Jewish 41:07

4M ago41:07

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Talia Carner's bio calls her an activist, a feminist, and a humanitarian who gives a voice to those without one. She's also a bestselling author. Today we talk about her latest novel, The Boy with the Star Tattoo, which released Tuesday.Here's a description of the novel:1942: As the Vichy government hunts for Jews across France, Claudette Pelletier…

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245. Michael Cina 1:02:42

4M ago1:02:42

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Michael Cina is a graphic designer, creative director, typographer, and artist. Since 2010, he’s run Cina Associates where he’s worked on projects for clients like Disney, Adobe, and Coca-Cola, as well as his long-running collaboration with Ghostly International. He previously co-founded YouWorkForThem, a designer-run online shop for typefaces, sto…

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Episode #147 with Josiah O'Neil 39:42

3M ago39:42

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Another great episode #147 coming to you with Josiah O’Neil and your hosts Dr. Mark McDonald and Dr. Jeff Barke! Josiah O’Neil, the visionary behind Defining Truth, is a dedicated individual whose diverse background spans the military, law enforcement, and public service sectors. Rooted in these experiences is not only a profound love for his count…

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Episode #146 with Dr. Lucas Klein 39:13

3M ago39:13

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Here we go again! Episode #146 of Informed Dissent with your hosts Dr. Mark McDonald and Dr. Jeff Barke! This week we hear from Dr. Lucas Klein. He is a Psychologist, Psychoanalyst, Forensic Expert, and Executive Consultant. His philosophy states, “I believe people need to feel safe enough to venture forward in life in a way where they can do thing…

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Jamie Ogle—Challenged by the Story of Saint Valentine 28:07

4M ago28:07

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Today's episode features debut author Jamie Ogle. Her novel, Of Love and Treason, released Tuesday! It's a compelling novelization of the story of Saint Valentine of Rome. Jamie and I discussed her research process, the years she spent writing this story, and what she learned from learning about the persecution faced by Roman Christians during the …

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Episode #145 with Scott Schara 36:33

4M ago36:33

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Welcome back to another great episode of Informed Dissent with your hosts Dr. Mark McDonald and Dr. Jeff Barke! This week we hear a story about a father, Scott Schara, seeking medical murder for his daughter, Grace Schara, a 90- year old girl with Down syndrome. Scott is on a mission to spotlight the crimes of the American medical system. He has sh…

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Jenni L. Walsh—Telling the Stories of Strong Women in History 26:44

5M ago26:44

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In today's episode, I'm talking with Jenni L. Walsh. Her latest novel, Unsinkable, tells the story of Violet Jessop, a stewardess who survived the sinking of the Titanic as well as maritime disasters aboard Titanic's two sister ships! We talked about Jenni's desire to tell Violet's story along with her decision to write a dual timeline novel with a…

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244. Freek Lomme 51:56

4M ago51:56

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Freek Lomme is a publisher, editor, curator, and writer. He is the founder of Set Margins’, a support structure, a platform for production, a network and publisher focused on impulses from the margins with a focus on communication, cooperation, and involved politics. Previously, Freek was the co-founder and director of Onomatopee, an art and design…

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Laura Frantz—The Horrific Acadian Expulsion 42:39

5M ago42:39

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The first episode of season seven features well-known author Laura Frantz. This is her fourth time on the show! Today she shares about her latest novel, The Seamstress of Acadie, which released Tuesday and is the #1 New Release in Christian Historical Fiction on Amazon! Laura and I talk about everything from Prince Edward Island and Lucy Maud Montg…

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2024 Relaunch Episode #144 with your hosts, Dr. Jeff Barke & Dr. Mark McDonald 25:47

5M ago25:47

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Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald coming back with an exciting episode to kick off the 2024 new year! It's the relaunch of Informed Dissent. We have some great things planned. If you're interested in participating and helping us, sponsorship or otherwise, please reach out to us. We've got a program in place for sponsorship, and we're looking for…

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243. Nicholas de Monchaux 51:57

4M ago51:57

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Nicholas de Monchaux is an architect, designer, and author. He is currently Professor and Head of Architecture at MIT. He is the author of Spacesuit: Fashioning Apollo and Local Code: 3,659 Proposals about Data, Design, and the Nature of Cities. Until 2020, he was Professor of Architecture and Urban Design and Chair in New Media at UC Berkeley. In …

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242. Helen Molesworth 53:41

5M ago53:41

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Helen Molesworth is a writer, critic, and curator. Her new book, Open Questions: Thirty Years of Writing About Art, collects her writing on art and artists from exhibition catalogs and art publications. From 2014 to 2018, she was the chief curator at The Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles and previously served as curator at ICA Boston, the B…

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Katherine Howe—The Value of the Small Life 35:47

6M ago35:47

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This last episode of the season features New York Times bestselling author Katherine Howe and her latest release, A True Account: Hannah Masury's Sojourn Amongst the Pyrates, Written by Herself. Katherine and I talked about the Golden Age of Piracy, how fiction tends to romanticize and sanitize piracy, and how we curate our own image in all kinds o…

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241. Adrian Lahoud 46:23

6M ago46:23

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Adrian Lahoud is an architect, urban designer, researcher, and the dean of the School of Architecture at the Royal College of Art. Previously he was director of the MA program at the Centre for Research Architecture at Goldsmiths and a research fellow at Forensic Architecture. In this conversation, Jarrett and Adrian talk about the intersection of …

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Téa Cooper—An Australian Twisty Historical Mystery 33:47

6M ago33:47

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Today's show features a conversation with international bestselling author Téa Cooper about her latest novel to release in North America, The Butterfly Collector. Téa and I talked about her fascinating life story, how she comes upon her story ideas, as well as the themes and historically accurate events in this novel. These include the sinking of t…

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My Top Ten Reads of 2023—A Gift Guide! 23:13

7M ago23:13

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Hey friends, I'm coming to you solo this week (and about 12 hours early) because I want to share with you my favorite books of the year! Many of these books released this year, but all of them I read this year. Listen to the episode to hear detailed explanations of why I loved each novel and who they'd make great gifts for!Here are the affiliate li…

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