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Andrew Heaton and an army of nerds plunge deep, deep into films, books, and TV shows to ask: what's science fiction really about? What is The Twilight Zone really exploring? What are the underlying themes of Star Trek? What is the worldview of Star Wars? Also sometimes Heaton performs comedy on other planets.
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We're Not Wrong

Andrew Heaton, Jen Briney, Justin Robert Young

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Jen Briney, Andrew Heaton and Justin Robert Young discuss the world of politics, government and media. They have never, and will never, be incorrect about anything. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EconPop Podcast

EconStories.tv

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EconPop is the show that sifts through the haystack of popular culture to find the needle of economics within... and then stabs you with it! Hosted by comedian Andrew Heaton, with economist Steven Horwitz and professor of literature Paul Cantor. From EconStories.tv. Also available at http://youtube.com/econstories in shorter form with moving pictures!
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Fake the Nation

Headgum & Negin Farsad

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Hosted by Negin Farsad, everyone's favorite Iranian American Muslim Comedian Podcast Host with Black Hair and Red Glasses, Fake the Nation is a comedy show that isn't afraid to talk about news, culture, and humanity’s weirdness. Every week Negin is joined by her funniest, smartest, and most politically astute friends. People like Samantha Bee, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Paula Poundstone, Margaret Cho, Larry Wilmore and others. They’ll make you laugh, think, and deliver a gut punch to the country w ...
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The Saving Elephants Podcast features engaging conversations about conservative values with a mercifully modern twist. Tired of political shock-talk and rank punditry on your radio and TV? Curious about what conservative thinkers of yesteryear had to say but don't have time to read some terribly long, boring book they wrote? Want to learn why conservatism still holds value for Millennials today? Join us as we re-ignite conservatism for Millennials!
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Lou Perez is the author of THAT JOKE ISN'T FUNNY ANYMORE: ON THE DEATH AND REBIRTH OF COMEDY. Lou was the Head Writer and Producer of the Webby Award-winning comedy channel We the Internet TV. During his tenure at WTI, Lou made the kind of comedy that gets you put on lists and your words in the Wall Street Journal. Check out his article “How I Became a ‘Far-Right Radical.” In addition to producing sketch comedy like Comedy Is Murder with Free the People, stand-up, and opinion writing, Lou is ...
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Big name interviews, and a weekly fix of Friends Round Friday, all in one place! Zoe speaks to some of the world’s most loved movie stars, singer-songwriters, performers, and all-round icons in special one-off interviews exclusive to the Breakfast Show. Plus, there’s all the best bits from a fabulous trio of showbiz guests on Friends Round Friday.
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Comedian, author, and political satirist Andrew Heaton joins Saving Elephants host Josh Lewis to explore where our political tribalism comes from, why it’s gotten out of hand, and what to do about it. About Andrew Heaton From mightyheaton.com Andrew Heaton is a comedian, author, and political satirist. He’s the host of “The Political Orphanage” com…
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Check out my book, That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore: On the Death and Rebirth of Comedy https://amzn.to/3VhFa1r “Finding oneself [is] a misnomer: a self is not found but made.” – From Dawn to Decadence Big thanks to my guest Jon Miltimore for turning me onto the ever so quotable Jacques Barzun (quoted above). On this episode, Jon and I talk about the …
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In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined again by Catholic television journalist and best-selling author Bill O’Reilly. Bill’s latest book is called, “Confronting the Presidents: No Spin Assessments from Washington to Biden”, which examines each of the 45 presidents and their impacts on our country. Support the show…
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The gang discusses the concept of a United States Sovereign Wealth Fund to buy TikTok. What could go wrong? Also, do Super Bowl ads matter anymore? Chapters 05:55 Trump's Gaza Musings and Political Implications 12:10 Doge and the Sovereign Wealth Fund Discussion 34:31 Exploring Gay Culture and Identity 35:48 The Concept of Sovereign Wealth Funds 01…
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Trump erected, then delayed, tariffs on Canada and Mexico, but has levied tariffs on China–which is apt to escalate things shortly. What happens in a trade war and why are they bad? And what is happening now, specifically, in whatever’s going on with Canada? Heaton breaks down the macroeconomics, and James Thatcher explains the unfolding situation.…
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Today, we're discussing what's going on with Elon Musk, tariffs, and other federal government shenanigans. We'll also talk about the new marriage gap and we'll break down the complicated question: "what have you gotten done?" And to discuss all of this and more are returning FTN guests, Grace Lynch and Milly Tamarez! ——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars …
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At the end of 2024, Ryan Rogers joined the show to share his experiences with fanatical wokism as a graduate student. He later had Saving Elephants host Josh Lewis on his new podcast, Reality Therapy, for a wide ranging discussion on conservatism, the challenges of the modern conservative movement, what conservatism offers that other political ideo…
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Check out my book, That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore: On the Death and Rebirth of Comedy https://amzn.to/3VhFa1r The next four years are going to be a lot of fun. In no small part because of my good friend Hatem Gabr, with whom I’ve co-produced live shows with Jimmy Dore, Colin Quinn, and the first Rutherford Comedy Festival. On this special collaborat…
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Hi everyone! Today we're sharing an episode from Say More with Tulaine Montgomery. In the show, Tulaine talks to people who are dedicated to making the world a better place, all while taking care of themselves and supporting each other. I was actually a guest of Say More and loved my conversation with Tulaine. In this particular episode, she interv…
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In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by Dr. Lori Koerner. Dr. Koerner has been in the field of education for over three decades. She is the author of four books and her work reflects her dedication to educating the whole child by emphasizing the importance of social-emotional development alongside academic success. Dr…
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The gang discusses the stand off between Donald Trump and the Colombian president over migrant repatriation flights. Also, why are people talking about Justin Baldoni vs. Blake Lively? Chapters 00:00 The Search for Classic Shows 12:06 Political Dynamics in Colombia 46:06 Hollywood Gossip and Reputation Management 01:19:02 Closing Thoughts and Futur…
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The Trump administration is reclassifying federal workers as Schedule F, making them easier to fire, and put a stop to remote work. In hopes of compelling federal employees to quit, and thereby shrink the government workforce. Heaton makes the case that if your goal is to shrink government, this is a counter productive way to do it.…
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Today, we're talking about the state of politics with Trump's first week in office and the trend of putting your marathon time on your resume. We'll also discuss a court ruling in Spain about single parents and parental leave, and a court ruling in France about a wife's marital duties. And to talk about all that and more are past guests of the show…
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It’s Trump’s first week on the job and he’s been quite busy making America great again or summoning the Fourth Reich, depending on your political perspective. Join Saving Elephants’ livestream roundtable of cross-partisan pontificators to break it all down for you and what this first week might portend for the next four years.…
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Check out my book, That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore: On the Death and Rebirth of Comedy https://amzn.to/3VhFa1r When it comes to crime and policing, Peter Moskos is one of my go-tos. He’s a former Cop in the Hood and author of several books, including the aforementioned Cop in the Hood, Greek Americans, In Defense of Flogging, and his latest (get that…
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Kirsten Brink is pen pals with prisoners who have been sentenced to death in Texas, as well as other people currently incarcerated in our penitentiaries. She joins to discuss how she got into the program, what it’s like having friendships with people inside the klink, and how others can get involved and help. Write A Prisoner: https://writeaprisone…
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In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by Andrew Gray. Andrew is the Tuition Coordinator and Student Center Director at St. Anthony’s High School, a Catholic high school in South Huntington, Long Island in New York. Andrew has worked at St. Anthony’s High School since 2012 and also teaches Psychology. He talks about Cat…
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Laura and John Arnold are the founders and co-chairs of Arnold Ventures. Started in 2008, Arnold Ventures is a self-funded philanthropy hyper-focused on pinpointing the root causes of our country’s most pressing ills, whether that be disparities in health care and education, or dysfunction in our public finance systems. They advocate for evidence-b…
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Today, we're talking about the ins and outs of the inauguration, the pardons, and the bit-coins. We'll also discuss the rise of the noodle boys, and the app that lets home buyers get a grasp on their neighbors. And to break all of this down is writer and comedian, Sam Reece, and comedy writer, Jordan Morris! ——Thank you to this week’s sponsors: Pro…
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Pause for Paws is a charity in Tulsa, OK that fosters dogs on behalf of owners who need to seek help at a homeless shelter, rehab clinic, or mental health services. By giving people piece of mind with their pets during their absence, Pause for Paws takes care of two things–the pets in that moment, but also the people trying to get their affairs in …
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Morgan's Wonderland is an ultra-accessible amusement park in which all of the rides have been engineered so that no one is excluded, no one is ever sitting on the sidelines. If your child has special needs, is in a wheel chair, is Autistic, has hearing or vision loss, or some other issue--take them to Morgan's Wonderland. Gordon Hartman is Morgan's…
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Love Notes Chorus in Austin, Texas is a choir for people with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or their caregivers. Directors Edie Elkjer and Susie Higley join to discuss how music effects people with cognitive issues, and how their organization assists. Links: Love Notes Austin: www.lovenoteschorus.com The Giving Voice: https://minnesotajcc.org/art-…
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Check out my book, That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore: On the Death and Rebirth of Comedy https://amzn.to/3VhFa1r On this episode, I’m joined by Canadian comedian, actuary, and curler Peter Stewart to talk immigration, say goodbye to Justin Trudeau, and slide into the sport of curling, with all its controversies. Have you heard of “Broomgate”? And why i…
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In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by Joe Falgiano. Joe was a parishioner at his church, Our Lady of Lourdes in Massapequa Park, NY. Two and a half years ago Joe, an NYPD Detective Lieutenant, was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. While he was in hospice we visited with him at his home to talk about his life, his fa…
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LIVE SHOW THIS SUNDAY IN WASHINGTON DC https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1135133608179?aff=oddtdtcreator The gang discuss if it is fair to level blame for the LA wildfires and the Ol' Son of a Judge Andrew Heaton breaks down Pornhub's case to the Supreme Court on age restrictions. Chapters 00:00 Political Perspectives on Supreme Court Nominations 12:03 …
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