Best American Jedi Podcasts (2024)

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War to Win Minds Ep.4: Harris Drops a Psych Bomb on Trump 29:08

2h ago29:08

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PART ONE OF TWO PART MINI SERIES FINALE. We dive into the explosive psychological strategies behind the Kamala Harris -Donald Trump presidential debate. In this episode of 'The War to Win Minds' series, Matt Robison and psychologist Lauren Goldstein break down the mental tactics used to sway voters and what Harris did to break Trump's brain. Discov…

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GeeksPub - GeeksPub - Ms. Marvel Rules 1:02:52

15h ago1:02:52

1:02:52

Tim and David talk the problems with Playstation and Xbox, Marvel abandoned a long strategy, a Retro Bust in Italy, and round two of The Bracket, featuring Jessica Jones, WandaVision, The Flash, American Splendor, Ms. Marvel, and X-Men Days of Future Past.By MyMac Podcasting Network

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Harris Dominated the Debate. What Will That Do to the Race? 33:31

5d ago33:31

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In this quick reaction show, Matt, Paul, and Alicia dive into the aftermath of the recent debate, discussing who won, who lost, and why both parties should maybe feel frustrated. Kamala Harris is broadly considered the winner against Donald Trump but how much will it matter? And will Taylor Swift's endorsement of Harris matter even more?00:54 Who W…

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The Psych Trick Trump Is Relying On Above All 27:42

8d ago27:42

27:42

In episode 3 of our mini series 'The War to Win Minds,' hosts Matt Robison and Lauren Goldstein delve into the concept of social proof, its influence on political campaigns, and why it's Donald Trump's not so secret weapon in the 2024 campaign. 00:32 The Power of Social Proof03:21 The Reagan-Mondale Debate Experiment06:35 The Elevator Experiment07:…

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Is the Kamala Honeymoon Crashing to a Halt? 37:30

7d ago37:30

37:30

Is the Kamala-mentum waning? It's a question that was raised in Politico and that's being pushed by the Republican side, especially the Trump campaign. We have some data and some insights from where the campaigns are spending their money. Also, we ask why would Kamala Harris go to New Hampshire? The unfolding legal situations for hunter Biden and D…

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How the Supreme Court Gave Presidents Evil Superpowers 31:01

8d ago31:01

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ABC Legal Analyst Kim Wehle explains how the Supreme Court's decision granting immunity to US Presidents is way more far-reaching that it appears. When paired with the "pardon power," Presidents now wield a devastating one-two punch of power. Wehle is the author of a fascinating new book on the history and law of the pardon, and why Americans need …

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War to Win Minds Ep.2: How to Jedi Mind Trick Voters Into Liking You 25:58

14d ago25:58

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Episode Two of The War to Win Minds: The Hidden Psychology of Political Persuasion. Matt Robison and Dr. Lauren Goldstein dive deep into the liking principle and break down campaign ads to show how politicians like Kamala Harris use similarities, compliments, attractiveness, and associations shape to change voters' minds and shape public opinion. L…

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How Jack Smith Drove Trump To a Very Public Meltdown 36:22

18d ago36:22

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Matt, Paul, and Alicia discuss Donald Trump's unhinged rant on Truth Social plus the recent Arlington National Cemetery incident, which has pushed Trump to new levels of insanity. The panel explores what triggered Trump's meltdown: Jack Smith's refiled case against him. They also question why, despite Trump's outrageous behavior, the race remains a…

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Why RFK's Dropout Probably Won't Help Trump 31:09

19d ago31:09

31:09

***Don't forget to check out our mini-series on the hidden psychology of political campaigns on ⁠YouTube⁠ or ⁠Spotify⁠.*** https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDbNEHJ_pV4 RFK Jr.'s withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race and his subsequent endorsement of Donald Trump would, until very recently, have been viewed as a watershed. But when it finally we…

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War to Win Minds Ep. One: How Emotional Ads HIJACK Brains 26:51

21d ago26:51

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Episode One of The War to Win Minds: The Hidden Psychology of Political Persuasion. A limited series where PhD psychologist Lauren Goldstein and veteran campaign manager Matt Robison break down political ads to show the science behind how political campaigns fight and win the battle for our brains. In this episode: how one brilliant Kamala Harris a…

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The Final Sprint is Here. What Does Harris Need to Do Now? 45:27

25d ago45:27

45:27

What do Kamala Harris and the Democratic Party need to do in the final stretch of the campaign to secure a win against Donald Trump? Paul, Matt, and Alicia take stock of where we are and where we need to get to. They also break down Harris' acceptance speech and the DNC's overall performance, the importance of upcoming debates, and the critical swi…

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How Michelle and Barack Shifted the Whole Campaign Last Night 30:58

27d ago30:58

30:58

Was last night's set of Democratic Convention speeches a game changer for Dems? Paul, Alicia and Matt think it quite possibly was, and got into such a heated discussion about it over text that they decided to take it right to the podcast. We cover why Doug Emhoff hit a grand slam, what Michelle did that worked so well, and why Barack Obama's speech…

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Who Has More Paths to Victory Now - Harris or Trump? 37:59

28d ago37:59

37:59

Today, an unvarnished and unbiased deep dive into the numbers and the scenarios for the 2024 election with former executive director of the Republican Party in Florida, Jamie Miller. We ask what are the best strategies and likeliest potential outcomes for the presidential race as well as down-ballot races? And we try to step outside either party's …

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The Democrats' Critical Mission at the Convention 39:21

1M ago39:21

39:21

With polling data showing Kamala Harris bursting into the lead ahead of Donald Trump, what do they need to do at the upcoming conversation to keep the momentum going and propel them into November. Also, why are voters suddenly rating Harris ahead of Trump on the economy? Also, the controversy surrounding Olympic gymnast Jordan Childs and the govern…

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Alicia Thinks Its All Over for Trump 42:32

1M ago42:32

42:32

Alicia Prestonhas reached a stunning conclusion: Trump's chances for 2024 are over, and Republicans' only hope is for every Senate, Congress, and gubernatorial candidate to fend for themselves. We talk about Trump’s blunders, the rise of Kamala Harris in the polls, and the weird attack on Tim Walz’s military record.01:05 Trump's Mar-a-Lago Press Co…

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The Sneaky Reasons Walz Got the VP Nod 31:43

1M ago31:43

31:43

Matt was getting interviewed live on the radio when the news broke that Minnesota Governor Tim Walz was the surprise VP pick for the dems. Here's the analysis getting worked out in real time. And here is the Newsweek article that Matt wrote right after describing what we can read between the lines about this pick, and why it might be sneaky good ne…

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GeeksPub - Deadpool and Wolverine, Avengers, Star Trek, and Batman 1:13:05

1M ago1:13:05

1:13:05

Tim and David review Deadpool and Wolverine, Batman Caped Crusader, Star Wars Acolyte, cancelled Halo and Eternals, and a look at upcoming Avengers and Star Trek shows.By MyMac Podcasting Network

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Trump Tries to Stop Kamala-Mentum By Saying "She's Not Black"?!? 39:11

2M ago39:11

39:11

With Kamala-mentum becoming very real, we dive into Donald Trump's pretty insane strategy to put out that fire with gasoline by questioning whether Kamala Harris is actually Black. Is there any chance it could help him? Also, a massive deal that gained the release of 16 unjustly imprisoned people in Russia. And the "weird" wave sweeps America. 00:0…

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Emergency Bonus: Hamas Leader Assassinated. Will This End the War? 27:38

2M ago27:38

27:38

Dan Perry, former Middle East editor for the Associated Press, unpacks the complex, unfolding situation surrounding the assassination of both Hamas and Hezbollah leaders, including the potential "good news" scenario that this could create an off-ramp to end the war and bring Israeli hostages home, or the possibility that things could escalate. Perr…

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Are We Thinking About America's Political Divide All Wrong? 31:31

2M ago31:31

31:31

We tend to think about American politics as being driven by the fight between the two major parties. But what if the conventional view of political polarization in America is missing the true divide: between elites and the working class. Batya Ungar-Sargon, Opinion Editor at Newsweek, discusses insights from her book 'Second Class,' in which she in…

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Episode 483 - New Horror Films Review

2M ago

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Time to stop trying those new yoga poses and sit back, relax and watch some horror films. Join Carlos today at GeekFest Rants for a quadruple horror feature review. The horror genre is alive and flurishing. So, let's take a look at Late Night with the Devil, In A Violent Nature, A Quiet Place: Day One, and Longlegs. PS: You'll get the yoga refernec…

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Can The Dems' Sudden Surge Possibly Continue? 43:28

2M ago43:28

43:28

Is Kamala Harris in an even better position than initial indications would seem to suggest, and can the Dem's big surge this week get even better? Also, were Joe Biden's limitations as a communicator really a legit demerit on how effectively he could do the job as president? Who should get the Dem VP nod? And did JD Vance say the most insulting and…

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Support for Harris Explodes 32:26

2M ago32:26

32:26

The surging beginning of Kamala Harris' presidential campaign is exactly what anxious Democrats were hoping for. Matt joins radio legend Howard Monroe to discuss all the new angles: the fundraising, the maneuvering, the messaging, and the polling.03:00 Kamala Harris's Campaign Momentum07:28 Debate on Biden's Resignation17:35 Kamala Harris vs. Donal…

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After the Upheaval: Taking Stock of Dems' New Reality 27:21

2M ago27:21

27:21

The Pivot to Kamala: Trump, Biden, and the Divide in America. Matt is joined by Batya Ungar-Sargon, Opinion Editor at Newsweek, to discuss the sudden ascension of Vice President Kamala Harris, Donald Trump's influence, and whether Joe Biden should resign.02:18 Boiling it All Down: Has This Been a Great Week?07:18 Biden's Withdrawal and Kamala Harri…

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EMERGENCY POD: Biden Withdraws. Should He Also RESIGN to Help Harris? 23:37

2M ago23:37

23:37

President Joe Biden has withdrawn from the 2024 presidential race. He's already a hero who saved America once. Now, will his selfless move increased the Democratic Party's chances of beating Donald Trump? And, Matt just wrote in Newsweek on SATURDAY that Biden should also resign in order to help Kamala Harris defeat Trump. Is the case now even stro…

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Is This Joe Biden's Final Weekend As Nominee? 37:42

2M ago37:42

37:42

We tried to boil down one of the most eventual weeks in American political history into two questions: Is there really a new Trump following the assassination attempt, and if this is the end of the political road for Joe Biden as looks increasingly likely, what will happen next for the Democrats? 00:46 Assassination Attempt and Trump's New Promise0…

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The Unbelievable Disaster of Trump's Economic Ideas 40:06

2M ago40:06

40:06

Voters consistently say the economic is the most important issue to them. Which is why it's baffling that there's been so little attention on Donald Trump's economic ideas, which would be an unspeakable disaster for the American economy, and especially for the middle class. Brian Riedl, a conservative economist from the Manhattan Institute breaks d…

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GeeksPub - Captain Horizon Season 3 Round 1 1:00:07

2M ago1:00:07

1:00:07

Tim and David on the new trailers for Captain America and Agatha, plus the bomb that is Horizon and why do Transformers, well, transform? Plus Season 3 of The Bracket starts here!By MyMac Podcasting Network

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Is the Biden Dropout Saga Coming to an End? 38:27

2M ago38:27

38:27

Is the turmoil surrounding Joe Biden's potential dropout from the presidential race wrapping up, or ramping up? Is it even possible that the media is simply fueling this narrative for drama and traffic, obscuring where their focus should be on Donald Trump's controversial plans for America? Check out Matt's newest Newsweek article on the exceedingl…

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What Will America's 71 Million Centrists Do? 51:51

2M ago51:51

51:51

It's one of the biggest questions looming over American politics: what will the centrists do? There are as many as 71 million self-identified centrists in America - people who don't feel entirely comfortable with either major political party, and largely agree on most issues - and these are the people who are probably going to decide which of two v…

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Why "Will Biden Drop Out" Is The Wrong Question 46:43

2M ago46:43

46:43

President Biden's candidacy is in what's increasingly looking like a death spiral. But "should he stick it out or should he drop out" is the wrong question. There is a much better and a much more important question that Democrats really need to ask. Also, is the Supreme Court's presidential immunity decision as bad as it seemed; should Russian athl…

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A Supreme Court Ruling That Shakes America to Its Foundations 26:46

3M ago26:46

26:46

"The president is now a king above the law. With fear for our democracy, I dissent." Those were the words of Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor about yesterday's Supreme court decision conferring what the press described as "partial immunity" on Donald Trump and future presidents for crimes they may commit in office. But the reality goes much de…

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The High Stakes Fork in the Road Dilemma for Democrats 26:44

3M ago26:44

26:44

BONUS EPISODE: There are two paths in the road ahead for Biden and the Democrats after President Joe Biden's rough debate. There is a roadmap for how he can recover--but can Biden pull it off? And if he can't, what does the unprecedented pathway of him dropping out look like? CHECK OUT MATT'S NEWSWEEK ARTICLE COVERING THIS ISSUE IN DEPTH: https://w…

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Debate Disaster for Biden. What Happens Now? 39:13

3M ago39:13

39:13

The debate went very badly for Joe Biden. And whether it's fair or not, the reality is that Biden's path to stopping Trump has gotten much harder. Matt, Paul, and Alicia delve into the key question of what happens next. Can Biden recover? What would that take? And if his team concludes that he can't, what would that look like? 01:32 Analyzing Biden…

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How To Win the Long Fight for America's Soul 43:40

3M ago43:40

43:40

We're in the middle of a fight, as president Biden put it, for the soul of America. We face diametrically opposing visions of the future, and a ton of difficult questions. Even if we win the election, do we just have the bigger threat of everything Donald Trump has unleashed looming ahead of us? What about the way we're waging this fight? I just wr…

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GeeksPub - Donald Sutherland and Yuma County FaceOff 1:03:48

3M ago1:03:48

1:03:48

Tim praises the movie The Last Stop in Yuma County and David says FaceOff holds up. Plus Discovery ends, New York, Jolly Rancher, House of the Dragon, and Identity TheftBy MyMac Podcasting Network

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Biden's Blistering Attack Shifts the Campaign 36:46

3M ago36:46

36:46

Why did the Biden campaign decide to launch a blistering new line of attack right now? And what does it tell us about what his closest advisers are seeing from the inside? We connected a few dots to try to figure out the answer. Also, a flood of big news from the tech and political world, including. And, has the Trump campaign figured out how to ma…

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Sentencing Trump: What Should We WANT to Happen? 33:13

3M ago33:13

33:13

With Donald Trump's sentencing in New York rapidly approaching, we ask, what should we want out of the judges sentencing? It's really not that clear cut, since the answer invokes issues of justice, precedent and practical politics. What will this mean for the 2024 election? How would different sentences change voters' perceptions and each sides' me…

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An Insurrectionist [Trump] Returns to the Scene of the Crime 42:40

3M ago42:40

42:40

So what happened when Donald Trump went back to the scene of the crime? We're talking of course, about his visit to Congress, the independent branch of government that he urged his supporters to attack as he inspired them to attempted insurrection. We also got into the hunter Biden verdict, and the question of whether Members of Congress really mis…

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The Real Behind the Scenes Power in America 41:06

3M ago41:06

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Today, we look at the source of power that has driven the Republican Party for the last five decades, and has shaped the policies, politics, and politicians who in turn shape our lives. Political scientist EJ Fagan's new book 'The Thinkers,' dives into the origins, methods, and extensive power that these institutions quietly wield. 01:07 The Power …

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It's Starting to Turn on Trump 38:40

3M ago38:40

38:40

Int he aftermath of Donald Trump's felony conviction, polls are suggesting that critical voters are turning on him. So why are all the big name Republicans so determined to stick with him, and suggest dangerous, scary reprisals? Also is Biden's big border executive order going to make a political difference. Plus, President Biden boxed in Bibi Neta…

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Episode 482 - Universal Pictures For 1982

3M ago

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Today on GeekFest Rants, Carlos takes a look back at a promotional booklet from Universal Studios highlighting their 1982 movie slate. 1982 being the most genre packed movie year of our generation. Universal gave us such classics as E.T., Conan the Barberian, John Carpenter's The Thing, and many more. Stream Show Episode 482 - Universal Pictures Fo…

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After Trump? Reporter's Inside Look at the Crazy MAGA Future. 44:54

4M ago44:54

44:54

ProPublica reporter Andy Kroll just went deep inside the epicenter of MAGA insanity, and found some unsettling things. What drives the MAGA movement is not policy or even support for Trump anymore, but something worse, something that's been on full display since Trump's conviction in New York. And it paints a troubling picture of the post-Trump fut…

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GeeksPub - Spider-Man vs The Avengers 1:03:01

3M ago1:03:01

1:03:01

David and Tim look at the next year or so of upcoming movies, as well as Fall Guy, Furiosa, Starfleet Academy, the fall of Pixar, and the second season of The Bracket with Spider-Man vs The Avengers.By MyMac Podcasting Network

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Bonus: How Much will the Conviction Hurt Trump 11:50

4M ago11:50

11:50

A quick interview with Howard Monroe about the impact of the Trump conviction

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Emergency Pod: Trump Convicted, But Is He Finally Done? 41:24

4M ago41:24

41:24

We start with an emergency segment recorded late this evening on the news that Donald Trump has been convicted on all 34 counts int he New York fraud trial, and is now a felon. We sort through the legal next steps and the political implications. We then shift to our earlier recording and hit the big story from Congressman Jamie Raskin and his propo…

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How Mega Companies Get Filthy Rich Off America's Poor with YOUR Tax Dollars 45:53

4M ago45:53

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It's a shocking story we hear almost nothing about: huge corporations exploiting some of the $900 billion a year in government programs aimed at helping America's poor, and pocketing hundreds of billions of taxpayer dollars along the way. Anne Kim, a Contributing Editor at Washington Monthly, shares some of the most riveting stories from her book '…

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Trump Claims That He's Dead 35:08

4M ago35:08

35:08

Yes, Donald Trump did kind of tell supporters that he's dead. Our round table discussion started with deep, interesting question: after all the talk about polarization and division, is there actually a powerful emerging centrist movement in America? But then, Alicia dropped something kind of fascinating and disturbing into the conversation, an emai…

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Is Biden REALLY in Trouble with Black Voters? 35:16

4M ago35:16

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Are Democrats really shedding massive amounts of support from African American voters? There are certainly warning signs of trouble -- including a New York times poll showing Trump getting the support of more than 20% of Black Americans. But Mario Broussard and Ana Robinson of Global Strategy Group say that the actual picture is a lot more nuanced …

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GeeksPub - The Bracket S2E4 - Dune Minus One Discovery 55:29

4M ago55:29

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The proper way to watch the Star Wars movies, review of Godzilla Minus One, Dune Part 2, Star Trek Discovery Season 5, and Episode 4 Season 2 Round 5 of The Bracket!By MyMac Podcasting Network

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