Best Gallows Humor Podcasts (2025)

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Bad Campaign Ads, Worse Leadership, and Peak Idiocracy | Ten Minutes of Truth #73 10:26

1d ago10:26

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You’re about to learn how modern politics has fully crossed the line from “serious business” into full sketch comedy — and why the internet is doing a better job reporting it than the media. In this episode of 10 Minutes of Truth, Steve and Bob unload a week’s worth of political insanity, viral clips, and unintentional comedy that simply demanded c…

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How Social Media Pranks Turn Deadly: The Truth Behind TikTok’s Dark Side | Ten Minutes of Truth #72 13:53

3d ago13:53

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Want to save your kids from going viral and going to the ER? Curious why TikTok trends keep ending with police lights, lawsuits, and in some cases… bullet wounds? In this episode of Barrett & Baxa, Steve and Bob unpack the wild world of dangerous TikTok challenges—from door-kicking idiocy to “annoy strangers until they snap” pranks—and explain how …

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Roy Wood Jr on The Man of Many Fathers 35:18

28m ago35:18

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Origin Stories is a new podcast from Campside Media. In this episode, host Matt Shaer interviews comedian and author Roy Wood Jr. about his memoir The Man of Many Fathers. It's about his father, who died when Roy was 16, what he learned from the many father figures he had since, and it's about his own journey as a father. And... it's funny! You can…

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Lawnchair Larry Walters 185 38:57

21h ago38:57

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Joe, Jeremy, and Andy kick things off with Round 2 of Cartoon Combat, where classic animated icons face off in ridiculous, logic-defying battles. After the dust settles, the guys dive into the unbelievable true story of Lawnchair Larry Walters, the man who tied weather balloons to a lawn chair and actually took to the skies. From his wild ascent to…

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Guaranteed Human? AI Panic & Human Error | Ten Minute of Truth #71 12:48

1h ago12:48

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You’ll walk away laughing, but also understanding why teenagers think the news media is about as trustworthy as a Craigslist used car listing. iHeartMedia has now declared itself “Guaranteed Human.” And yes, that is an actual slogan — not the label on a gluten-free snack. Steve and Bob dive into the brave new world where radio DJs are either real h…

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Living in a Time of 'Anti-Compassion' with Alissa Quart 32:04

7d ago32:04

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Journalist and author Alissa Quart joins Vanessa to talk about how to turn a parent’s art into a living legacy while navigating the impossible “third shift” of caregiving. They also zoom out to discuss the economics of aging in America and what it’s like to live in an “anti-compassion time.” Read Alissa’s books Bootstrapped: Liberating Ourselves fr…

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Blake Lively Judge's Decision: Are YouTubers Real Journalists? | Ten Minutes of Truth #70 12:26

3d ago12:26

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Want to know whether YOU qualify as a journalist… or if you need a million YouTube subscribers and a federal judge’s permission slip? In today’s episode, Steve and Bob break down the wild new legal battle that could reshape digital media, citizen journalism, YouTube reporting, and maybe the entire future of independent news. Plus, we promise: watch…

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Falling Cats and Rachel Maddow: Decode Media Madness in One Hilarious Episode | Media Schmedia Returns #69 42:04

10d ago42:04

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Want to laugh and feel slightly less crazy about the state of the world? In this Media Shmedia comeback special, Steve and Bob unload everything that doesn’t fit into a tidy 10 Minutes of Truth. From a bald eagle dropping a cat through a windshield (yes, really) to small-town TV news disasters, TikTok haters, awkward headshots, and an actual Africa…

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Bigfoot News & Cartoon Combat! 184 46:01

8d ago46:01

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Joe, Jeremy, and Andy kick off the episode with the latest Bigfoot news of 2025—including newly released FBI Vault documents, buzz surrounding the American Sasquatch documentary, and a breaking news report about a Sasquatch crossing that briefly shut down traffic and confused an entire local weather team. Finally, the episode erupts into our first-…

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Four Steps to Fame - Aftyn Behn and The Rise of Performance Politicians | Ten Minutes of Truth #68 11:46

14d ago11:46

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YOU’RE ABOUT TO LEARN HOW POLITICS TURNED INTO PERFORMANCE ART — AND WHY VIRAL OUTRAGE NOW BEATS COMMON SENSE AT THE BALLOT BOX. If you’ve ever wondered how stunt politics, social media activism, and online theater took over American elections… congratulations. This episode is your crash course. On this episode of Barrett & Baxa, Steve and Bob brea…

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Collin Moulton's Clean Comedy 29:41

7d ago29:41

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Collin Moulton’s parents hadn’t spoken in decades—until their failing health forced a reunion no sitcom could script. The comedian joins Vanessa to talk about the chaotic final years of his parents’ lives and what it means to truly grow up when your parents are old. Follow Collin on Instagram to find Collin’s tour dates. Learn more about your ad ch…

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45: A Call for Change: Angie Leon's Story and the Fight for Justice 1:17:23

4d ago1:17:23

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Angie Leon thought she had finally had the chance to start over, but a quiet morning in Nampa, Idaho, changed everything. Join Dani and Stephanie in this episode of The Lethal Library as they explore a true crime story that shook law enforcement, the courts, and an entire community. Angie, a young mother of three, faced horrific abuse from her ex-h…

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Chemsgiving: Thanksgiving Exposed—Follow the Gravy Trail 183 30:32

12d ago30:32

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Think your Thanksgiving plate is all grandma’s love and golden-brown nostalgia? Think again. In this jaw-dropping episode, Jeremy, Joe, and Andy dive into the bizarre additives, GMOs, and unappetizing chemicals that quietly lurk in classic holiday dishes. From beaver gland secretions hiding under the label “natural flavoring,” to human-hair–derived…

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Singing To My Mom with Amara Walker 42:20

14d ago42:20

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Journalist and former CNN anchor Amara Walker opens up about her mother’s Alzheimer’s—how she found support in community, how she talks to her children about their grandmother’s illness, and how she arrived at the difficult decision to move her mother to a nursing home. Find out more about the Alzheimer’s Association on their website. The book Vane…

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Mixtape: Life and Death 182 35:38

21d ago35:38

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This week on the show, Andy, Joe, and Jeremy serve up a chaotic buffet of topics nobody asked for but everyone secretly needs. First up: Death Cap mushrooms—because nothing says “entertainment” like nature’s little poison pancakes. Then it’s on to mummies, a deep dive into why monsters under the bed have zero respect for personal space, and finally…

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The Truth Behind Trump, Mamdani & Minnesota’s Billion-Dollar Bombshell | Ten Minutes of Truth #67 9:58

21d ago9:58

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Want the fastest way to understand why Trump and Zohran Mamdani just had the political equivalent of two dogs barking through a fence… only to act polite when the gate opens? Watch this episode and you’ll walk away knowing exactly how the chaos in Minnesota, New York, D.C. and Somalia all collided in a single news cycle. And yes—there’s a brand-new…

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The Conservative Civil War: Israel, Fuentes & Tucker Explained in 10 Minutes of Truth #65 12:10

25d ago12:10

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Want to understand the civil war erupting inside the American conservative movement—without drowning in rage tweets, burner accounts, or “fluffing and cucking” references? Then this episode is your survival guide. In ten fast minutes, we break down the biggest internal rift the right has faced in years: Israel, Gaza, and the political earthquake tr…

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2 Kings and a Prince: Did Elvis, MJ, and Tupac Fake Their Deaths? 181 37:25

16d ago37:25

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In this episode, Joe, Jeremy and Andy explore one of pop culture’s most captivating conspiracies: the belief that Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, and Tupac Shakur each faked their deaths. Through decades of fan claims, strange coincidences, alleged sightings, and puzzling inconsistencies, we examine why these theories took hold—and why they still f…

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Michelle Obama’s Whitewash - The Hair Rant Heard ’Round the World | Ten Minutes of Truth #64 12:48

27d ago12:48

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Want to understand why Michelle Obama’s hair, fashion choices, and 70-million-dollar lifestyle somehow keep ending in a complaint tour? Watch this episode — you’ll never look at a presidential podcast meltdown the same way again. We break down the former First Lady’s latest round of grievance-based storytelling, decode the “for y’all” hair sermon, …

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Laughing Through Medicare Appeals with Kathleen Madigan 42:24

22d ago42:24

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Comedian Kathleen Madigan has turned the trials of caring for her parents into some of her sharpest material. She joins Vanessa to commiserate about Medicare and creepy porcelain basement dolls—and to show how humor can help you through the hardest moments. Hear more from Kathleen on Madigan's Pubcast, and find tour dates on her website. Her new sp…

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44. Blood on the Highway: The Turner-Gaylor Tragedy 1:04:44

18d ago1:04:44

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n this wild and tragic tale from Idaho and Utah, Dani and Stephanie unravel the chaotic and heartbreaking story of Natalie Turner, her ex-husband John Ock, and Natalie's fiancé, David Gaylor. A dramatic custody battle over two children escalates into a bitter war that spills into gunfire, leaving Natalie dead, John critically injured, and David fac…

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Gavin Newsom’s 3-Step Makeover for a White House Run | Ten Minutes of Truth #63 10:38

30d ago10:38

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If you want to understand exactly how Gavin Newsom is quietly setting himself up for a 2028 White House run, this episode will save you hours of doom-scrolling and political amnesia. Watch this and you’ll walk away with a BS-detector so sharp even California’s PR machine can’t dull it. Steve and Bob break down Newsom’s unofficial “3-step glow-up pl…

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E29 Attack of the Deathbots — Can A.I. Help Us Talk to the Dead? Part 2 24:44

1M ago24:44

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This week, Death Party dives into the strange new world of grief tech — where people use artificial intelligence to chat with digital ghosts of their loved ones. From chatbots that mimic the dead to startups promising “eternal digital life,” this week we’re exploring how A.I. is reshaping grief — and maybe redefining what it means to stay dead. Is …

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Who’s Really Behind the Wheel: Trucker Truth vs Fake Outrage | Media MasterClass BONUS #62 21:23

1M ago21:23

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🚨 Warning: Watching this episode may cause sudden bursts of laughter and an uncontrollable urge to question everything the media tells you about “victims.” In this week’s Barrett & Baxa breakdown, we’re talking big rigs, bad reporting, and a BBC headline that could only come from a newsroom allergic to facts. When multiple people die in two highway…

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BBC Implodes: The “Impartial” Network That Lied About Trump | Ten Minutes of Truth #61 11:36

1M ago11:36

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The BBC is facing resignations and scandal over a fake Trump edit and a woke meltdown about calling pregnant people ‘women.’ Barrett & Baxa unpack the biggest British broadcasting bombshell of the year. Find out what happens when “impartial journalism” gets caught with its pants down. In this 10 Minutes of Truth, Barrett & Baxa unpack the BBC’s spe…

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My Mom Celebrated Life with Erika Christensen 36:45

29d ago36:45

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Actress Erika Christensen joins Vanessa to talk about her new film After All, where she plays a daughter caring for her ill mother. Together, they explore the unexpected intimacy of birth, death, and everything in between. To connect with the team and gain access to behind the scenes content, join our community at joinparents.com You can also find …

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WTF is Hospice with Ann Neumann 33:18

28d ago33:18

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Most of us fear the word “hospice,” but author and hospice volunteer Ann Neumann wants to change that. From morphine spoons to lottery tickets, she shares stories from the bedside that show how hospice can help us reclaim an ancient, almost forgotten skill: caring for each other at the end. Read Ann's book, The Good Death: An Exploration of Dying i…

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43. Masked Mayhem: The Unsolved Murder of Christopher Reese 40:10

1M ago40:10

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In this episode of The Lethal Library, Dani and Stephanie look into the unsolved case of Christopher Reese, a 25-year-old man brutally murdered during a robbery at Jackson's Food Store in Notus, Idaho. Despite a meticulously planned heist, the suspects left behind crucial evidence, and years later the case remains open. The hosts discuss the crime'…

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Exposing the Headline Hoax — How Media Gets It So Wrong | Ten Minutes of Truth #60 12:06

1M ago12:06

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Learn how to sniff out media malfeasance and dodge the headline hoax machine — so you don’t get duped. This episode of “Barrett & Baxa” peels back the screaming headlines and shows you what really happened when media outlets pick & choose facts. With the skill of a stand-up comic pointing out absurdities, we take you through three juicy examples: a…

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Cup o’ Blue: Served Hot by Jeremy 180 35:39

1M ago35:39

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This week, we uncover shocking evidence that Jeremy, our blue-pilled co-host, might actually be part of the system. Jeremy dodged our questions like Neo dodges bullets — fitting for a blue-pilled guy. Send us a text Support the show Twitter/X @PodcacheRadio Email: [email protected] https://podcacheradio.buzzsprout.com https://throne.com/Podcache…

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Book Tour Battle EXPOSED: How Dems Message Lies | Ten Minutes of Truth #59 12:03

1M ago12:03

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Ever wonder what happens when the Biden administration’s top two hype women hit the book tour circuit at the same time? This is no “Oprah’s Book Club” but more “Clueless: The Political Edition.” This week, Barrett and Baxa unpack the battle of the Biden backup singers — Kamala Harris and Karine “Cringe” Jean-Pierre — as they trip over talking point…

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When Your Parents Are Hoarders with Amanda Uhle 34:01

1M ago34:01

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Amanda Uhle, writer and publisher of McSweeney’s, joins Vanessa to talk about her new book Destroy This House. She reflects on her parents’ lifelong struggles with hoarding and the lessons she carried forward after clearing the home they left behind. To connect with the team and gain access to behind the scenes content, join our community at joinpa…

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Halloween Costumes Shirt Turned Crisis – The Arizona Teacher Scandal | Ten Minutes of Truth #58 10:40

1M ago10:40

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Get straight to the shocking truth: teachers wearing bloody “Problem Solved” shirts at a high school — what it means for parents, students, and our education system. In this episode, Barrett and Baxa expose how a group of math teachers seemingly mocked the assassination of Charlie Kirk by wearing fake-blood shirts, and why their “math theme” explan…

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42. Hate Crime Horror: The Brutal Assault at Lake Lowell 1:19:19

1M ago1:19:19

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In this episode of The Lethal Library, Dani and Stephanie look into a chilling case that rocked Idaho in 2016. Steven Nelson, a man simply looking for companionship, faced a brutal and fatal attack near Lake Lowell. Join us as we unravel the details of this heinous crime, the shocking aftermath, and the infuriating shortcomings in Idaho's hate crim…

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EXPOSED: How Media Lets The Left Get Away With RACISM – You’ll Never Look At It The Same | Ten Minutes of Truth EP 56 9:42

1M ago9:42

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Unlock the hidden agenda behind the racial finger-pointing, media narratives and partisan double-standards. In this explosive episode of Barrett & Baxa, we drill into the evidence: from the leaked chat in the Young Republican group texts to the Senate candidate with the controversial tattoo — and expose how some media plays favorites depending on p…

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Gallows Humor: Torture Devices Through History 179 36:34

1M ago36:34

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Three friends. One questionable fascination with pain. Joe, Jeremy, and Andy dig into the wild world of historical torture devices — the who, the why, and the “please tell me that’s not real.” It’s part history, part comedy, and 100% proof that people in the past needed better hobbies. Send us a text Support the show Twitter/X @PodcacheRadio Email:…

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Is Law Enforcement the Bad Guy Now? | Ten Minutes of Truth EP 55 11:07

2M ago11:07

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New Yorkers are in disagreement with law enforcement, creating a divide in the city, according to Barrett and Baxa. The controversy is centered around street vendors, raising questions about **social justice** and who the city sides with when it comes to **crime**. Is **politics** influencing the perception of **police** in **nyc** and **new york n…

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WHITE HOUSE DEMOLITION OR MEDIA DECEPTION? THE REAL STORY | Ten Minutes of Truth EP 54 9:43

2M ago9:43

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When Trump’s ballroom wrecking ball hit the headlines, the media on the left crumbled — again. In this episode of 10 Minutes of Truth, Barrett & Baxa expose the selective outrage, hypocrisy, and media spin surrounding the so-called “White House demolition.” From MSNBC’s meltdown to viral TikToks mocking the coverage, we dissect how journalists twis…

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Your Parents' Damn House with Tina Fallon 24:03

1M ago24:03

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A stunning 80 percent of Americans over 65 own their own home -- and now it's yours, or maybe your problem! Tina Fallon, a realtor with Realty Collective and founder of New York City’s 24 Hour Play series, and a realtor, discusses how to advise your parents on what they should do with their house. Find more from Tina at the Realty Collective and at…

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Nobody Should Live This Long with Lewis Black 40:15

1M ago40:15

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This is an episode where we get mad! Comedian Lewis Black cared for his late elderly parents, who lived to 101 and 104. He talks about something nobody wants to even think about: what he'll do when he's too old to care for himself. Hear more from Lewis in his podcast, Lewis Black's Rantcast, or read one of his books. To connect with the team and ga…

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41. Murder in the Foothills: The Heinous Crimes of Adam Dees 52:52

1M ago52:52

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Get ready for another unbelievable tale as Dani and Stephanie dive into the 2015 Boise triple homicide committed by a champ of criminal stupidity, Adam Dees. We'll unpack the tragic story of the Welp family and how a foolhardy attempt at robbery turned into a horrifying crime. Think stolen credit cards, useless disguises, and the worst escape plan …

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Stop Playing Nice: How Conservative Politicians Smack Down the Press | Ten Minutes of Truth EP 53 10:36

2M ago10:36

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Unlock the power of conservative media push-back: in this episode, we expose how conservative politicians are finally standing up to mainstream journalists — and how that shift is rewriting the media playbook. You’ll see how figures like JD Vance and Lindsey Graham are bulldozing through old-school interview formats, calling out anchors like George…

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King Trump the Party Pooper, Kenny Loggins and 7 Million Questions | Ten Minutes of Truth EP 52 10:43

2M ago10:43

10:43

In this wild 10 Minutes of Truth, Steve and Bob dig into the internet’s latest fever dream — an AI-generated “Trump Top Gun” video that has even Kenny Loggins fired up. The guys debate whether Trump reposting it was juvenile or just Trump being Trump. Then, they tackle the questionable “7 million” figure behind the so-called No Kings protests and t…

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Self-Care While Letting Go with Leeza Gibbons 47:16

2M ago47:16

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Leeza Gibbons, the Emmy-winning television host and health advocate, joins the show to talk about her parents. She shares heartfelt stories about their influence, resilience, and love, and reflects on how their lessons continue to guide her both personally and professionally. Check out her work at Leeza's Care Connection. To connect with the team a…

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Finding Strange Pockets of Time with Jo Piazza 49:14

2M ago49:14

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Bestselling author and podcaster Jo Piazza (Under the Influence; Everyone Is Lying to You) joins Vanessa to talk about juggling three young kids while moving her mom into Center City Philly. From au pairs to CVS purgatory, they get real about efficiency, boundaries, and multigenerational caregiving. For more from Jo, check out her newsletter, Over …

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‘Shut up!’ Nancy, Handshake Wrestling and The King of Fears | Ten Minutes of Truth Episode 51 10:49

2M ago10:49

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Nancy Pelosi loses her cool, Trump arm wrestles Macron, and the “rapid response choir” has us singing the same tune. Barrett & Baxa break down the week’s most bizarre political theater — from handshake dominance to full-blown meltdowns — and reveal why “shut up” might be the quote of the week. Real stories, raw takes, and the slow, strange death of…

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40. Buried Secrets: The Grisly Tale of Hagnas 43:09

2M ago43:09

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Join Dani and Stephanie as they dive into the chilling tale of Todd C. Hagnis, who turned a simple arson call near Boise Airport into a grisly double homicide investigation. Discover how a mundane porch beer and lighter led detectives to ghastly hidden bodies and a bizarre confession. We'll take you through the harrowing and methodical police work,…

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The Truth About ICE, Masks, and Media Deception | Ten Minutes of Truth EP 50 10:38

2M ago10:38

10:38

Why can’t ICE agents cover their faces when everyone else can? This episode dives into the myths, media spin, and outright lies surrounding ICE arrests — from the viral “zip-tied kids” hoax to the Snopes fact-check that refused to call it false. Barrett and Baxa cut through the confusion with the law itself, real-world examples, and a few analogies…

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Crime? What Crime? Misdemeanor Madness and Legal Denial | Ten Minutes of Truth EP 49 9:51

2M ago9:51

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Crime? What Crime? Misdemeanor Madness and Legal Denial | Ten Minutes of Truth EP 49 When America’s TV hosts and politicians can’t tell the difference between a crime and a “misdemeanor,” Barrett & Baxa bring out the dictionary — and the receipts. From Don Lemon’s legal confusion to Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s word salad and the Seattle mayor’s excuse …

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Mix Tape: Parlay 178 40:55

2M ago40:55

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Joe learns a new word (spoiler: it's Parlay), we dive into the grim reality of K9 suicide (yes, it's a thing), and somehow we all collectively missed the Rapture last month—was it a scheduling error or just bad vibes? All this and much more in our first Mix Tape episode. Tune in as we untangle the weirdest headlines, question reality, and wonder if…

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