Best Gay Mans Guide Podcasts (2024)

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Has the Far Right Won in Europe? (w/ David Adler & David Broder) [Teaser] 3:51

5h ago3:51

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We're joined by two experts on European politics to explain the EU parliamentary election results: David Adler, general coordinator of the Progressive International, and David Broder, historian of Italy and Europe editor at Jacobin. What do the results say about the strength of the far right in Europe? And why has Emmanuel Macron of France called s…

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BDSM Kink as Silly Adult Play - with T.Max 35:05

2d ago35:05

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Being silly is often dismissed as frivolous, inappropriate and childish, incompatible with adult responsibilities. But a lot of research shows that silly play can be a life-giving activity, increasing creativity, reducing anxiety, and deepening social connections. While T.Max has always enjoyed being silly in playful hobbies like snowboarding and s…

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When the Clock Broke (w/ John Ganz) 1:31:19

4d ago1:31:19

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Something happened to America — and to American conservatism — in the early 1990s: an unspooling, a coarsening, a turn from substance to symbol and from narrative to fragment; prevailing political myths ceased to make sense or have purchase, and nothing sufficiently capacious or legible emerged to replace them, leaving only a dank, foggy climate of…

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STEVEN DREW AUERBACH: Shifting gears to become involved in two LGBTQ non-profits... 32:49

5d ago32:49

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STEVEN DREW AUERBACH Steven Drew Auerbach is a recognized International Business Consultant specializing in Brand Marketing/Management for over 30 years. His work has taken him around the world, and he has brought numerous luxury brands to the U.S. market. Steven has been featured as both “A Retail Guru” and “A Top Designer to Watch” by LDB Magazin…

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Couples Transitioning from Monogamy to Polyamory - with Adrian Martin 47:33

9d ago47:33

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For many people, polyamory offers a host of benefits, like sexual and emotional freedom, deep connections with multiple people, and an abundance of love. However, it’s not without challenges, like balancing time between partners and managing jealousy and expectations. The transition from monogamy to polyamory can be rocky for people new to an idea …

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The Gay Men Who Built the Conservative Movement (w/ Neil J. Young) 1:24:45

11d ago1:24:45

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In this special Pride Month episode of Know Your Enemy, Matt and Sam talk to historian Neil J. Young about his new book, Coming Out Republican: A History of the Gay Right. His absorbing account picks up in after World War II, when neither party made for a good political home for gay people, which helped make a libertarian approach to sexual politic…

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What makes a man give up a cushy corporate job in order to create Play Lounge & Cafe in Palm Springs? 32:48

11d ago32:48

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In Matt Irby's own words: When the pandemic hit, I was working a corporate job in Seattle and was given the opportunity to work from home and live where I pleased. My first thought? Palm Springs! I moved here in late 2020, made a great group of friends and started doing "game nights" every week. As game nights went on and the group got larger, it b…

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Negotiation and Boundaries in BDSM and Porn - with Hazel Havoc 47:06

16d ago47:06

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When filming porn or exploring kink, like impact play, bondage, or humiliation, consent becomes more complex and nuanced than off-camera or vanilla sex. Hazel Havoc, a long-time pro-domme, pornstar and personal life kinkster, explains methods to ensure that all participants are experiencing BDSM and porn in a way that is positive and desirable. Haz…

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ANGELA LANDIS: From small town girl to creative genius in the entertainment biz. 38:21

17d ago38:21

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IN ANGELA'S OWN WORDS: I was in the 3rd grade at an elementary school in rural Oregon, when my teacher Mrs. Peterson gave me the lead role of Little Red Riding Hood in the school play to help me overcome my paralyzing shyness. It worked. If she saw me now, she’d ask me to stand down and let someone else take a turn. Following my 9-year-old acting d…

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Will the Trump Verdict Matter? [Teaser] 3:10

23d ago3:10

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Subscribe to Know Your Enemy on Patreon to listen to this premium episode, and all of our bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/knowyourenemy Matt and Sam break down the Trump guilty verdict—what happened during the trial, why the jury might have reached the decision they did, how Republicans and the right reacted, and the ways it all could matter…

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Freddy Rodriguez: How does one go from being a quiet guy in a small town in Texas to become a social media content creator traveling the world? 43:36

23d ago43:36

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Freddy Rodriguez, also known as @freddynotfred, established his digital footprint with his blog on Tumblr called Blue Perk in 2011 in New York City. Over the years, Freddy has evolved Blue Perk into a dynamic lifestyle brand that has worked with various clients such as H&M, Kenneth Cole, Samsung, Toyota, Pottery Barn, Visit Berlin, Visit Puerto Val…

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Eroticizing Trauma, Fear and Jealousy 24:08

23d ago24:08

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Please note that this episode includes discussion of rape and sexual assault. Everyone processes relationship jealousy and traumatic experiences, like sexual assault, differently. Some people find that avoiding situations that cause jealousy and avoiding situations that remind them of their past experiences of assault help them remain emotionally h…

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Steve Dinga- Spiritual Being, Mentor, Gay Man 55:16

25d ago55:16

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To connect with Steve: https://spirittoplay.com Get the book: Living The Spirit to Play To connect with Travis: https://www.travisstock.com IG: @travers03 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenewmasculineBy Steve Dinga, Travis Stock

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Pursuing Loving Relationships with Slutty Women - with Orion Pax 47:20

1M ago47:20

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Society’s dominant cultural narratives suggest that most couples would prefer the security of monogamous marriage. However, the explosive popularity of hotwife and swinger porn genres makes it clear that many couples, even straight married couples, have an interest in exploring more slutty, open relationship styles. Orion Pax takes us on his journe…

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Addiction: What is a Common Denominator? Some Thoughts on Taking Your Power Back with Joe Boss 40:31

1M ago40:31

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Joe Boss is a Certified Addiction Counselor II, (CADC ll) and Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ICADC), registered with the California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP). He has actively worked as an addiction and co-dependency professional in the field for over 16 years at The Betty Ford Center, ABC Reco…

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What Was the CIO? (w/ Tim Barker and Ben Mabie) 1:21:36

1M ago1:21:36

1:21:36

Historian Tim Barker and editor/organizer Ben Mabie join to discuss a thrilling episode in the history of American labor. Barker and Mabie are two co-hosts of Fragile Juggernaut, a Haymarket Originals podcast exploring the history, politics, and strategic lessons of the Congress of Industrial Organizations (or CIO). Along with co-hosts Alex Press, …

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Surviving Conservative Rural America as a Closeted Queer Teenager - with T.Max 37:45

1M ago37:45

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Coming out as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer was a lot harder several decades ago. Many people coped with the fear of unsafety by staying in the closet, resulting in the less often discussed experience of coming out in middle age or later in life. While there’s more acceptance and support of queer lives today that makes it a little ea…

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Ruth Pt 2 - Shoes and Marriage 19:50

1M ago19:50

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Part 2 coming hot: Naomi's cunning plan unfolds amidst the backdrop of the barley winnowing where witness a love story for the ages blossoming under the starry night sky. Through twists of fate and acts of courage, Ruth and Boaz's bond transcends tradition, culminating in a joyous union that echoes through generations and throughout millennia. Join…

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Consider the Cranks (w/ David Austin Walsh) 1:34:04

1M ago1:34:04

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Historian David Austin Walsh joins to discuss his excellent new book Taking America Back: The Conservative Movement and the Far Right — a fascinating re-description of the relationship between the far right and the American conservative movement from the 1930s to the end of the Cold War. How did figures like William F. Buckley, Jr. relate to figure…

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10 Wicked Hot Ways to Wait Out an STI 29:20

1M ago29:20

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It’s super important to discuss regular testing and easy access to treatment for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), but conversation about STIs usually stops there. Common medical advice usually directs you to abstain from sex for the treatment period. What they should really be saying is abstaining from genital-to-genital and genital-to-mouth…

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Ruth Pt 1 - Sorrows, Sorrows 20:20

2M ago20:20

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This week we have a mesmerizing journey through history as we uncover the captivating tale of our Bad [BLEEP] Ruth – a woman whose story brims with love, resilience, and the unbreakable bond between women. From sorrow to strength, Ruth's narrative unfolds, painting a portrait of courage, compassion, and fierce determination. Join Scott as we celebr…

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The Underground World of Anonymous Gay Sex - with Orion Pax 35:54

2M ago35:54

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Self-reported studies suggest that less than 5% of men identify as either gay or bisexual. However, these studies depend on men openly communicating about their homosexual desires. Real-world experience indicates that there’s a much greater proportion of the male population interested in or actively engaged in sucking or fucking other men, despite …

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Uncut: It's Gonna be May 28:05

2M ago28:05

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May's coming at you with another installment of Uncut, and, REMINDER, Uncut is just that. It's unedited, unBLEEPED, and probably not suited for the kiddos. If that's not your vibe skip away, Bleepers, and I'll see you next Tuesday for another family friendly episode from our wild source material that is the Bible! Be sure to send your burning Bible…

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Charles Sue-Wah-Sing - Man of Color, Coach, Facilitator, Mentor 1:08:59

2M ago1:08:59

1:08:59

To Connect with Charles: https://www.suewahsing.com IG: @charles.sue.wah.sing LinkedIn To join his community: For Men of Color To connect with Travis: https://www.travisstock.com IG: @travers03 PatreonBy Charles Sue-Wah-Sing, Travis Stock

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The Inconclusive Mr. Buckley [Teaser] 2:33

2M ago2:33

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Subscribe to Know Your Enemy on Patreon to listen to this premium episode, and all of our bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/knowyourenemy Matt and Sam gab about "The Incomparable Mr. Buckley," a new PBS documentary on William F. Buckley Jr., which features Matt Sitman (!) as a talking head — along with a rogue's gallery of KYE friends and form…

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Doing Porn with your Romantic Partner - with Hazel Havoc and her Husband 33:55

2M ago33:55

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It’s a common misconception that starting porn - whether that’s performing in professional shoots or producing your own content - is a death toll for romantic relationships or future dating prospects. Like any new relationship experience, stepping into porn can require some emotional work and communication, but it can also be a great source of inti…

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Jesus Feeds the 5,000 - Hungry Crowds and Fish-Carrying Kids 10:36

2M ago10:36

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The Bible is like a wild rollercoaster ride—women pounding stakes into heads, talking donkeys, she-bears, you name it! But amidst the chaos, there are some jaw-dropping miracles, like the legendary feeding of the 5000 by the man, the myth, the legend himself, Jesus. This story's got it all—literal catering miracles, fishy charcuterie boards, and wi…

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Against Despair (w/ Christian Wiman) 1:08:08

2M ago1:08:08

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This conversation is a little different. We wanted to take a break from the election-year political jousting to talk to the poet Christian Wiman about Zero at the Bone: Fifty Entries Against Despair, one of the most singular books published in recent memory—part memoir, part commonplace book, part poetry collection. As with his previous My Bright A…

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Queer Inclusion in Sex-Positive Community - with Adrian Martin 44:14

2M ago44:14

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Beautiful social movements have seen the growth of positive social spaces for both queer and swinger or polyamorous communities. While many lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer spaces are sexually open, not all sex-positive swinger or polyamorous spaces feel safe and welcoming to queer participants. In this episode, Adrian Martin, a long-t…

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The Wise Man v. The Foolish Man - Rocks and Sand 13:52

2M ago13:52

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Dive into the colorful world of parables with us! Today, we're unpacking the timeless tale of "The Wise Man and the Foolish Man" from the iconic Sermon on the Mount (or Plain). But hold onto your hats, folks, because we're adding a twist of whimsy to this classic story! We're taking you on a trip to Parableville, where two builders, Rocky and Sandy…

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After his husband was murdered by a mentally ill neighbor, he became a champion for getting people with mental health issues the help that they need. 49:17

2M ago49:17

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In Joseph's own words: "I grew up in a large Catholic Family in the 60s and 70s. My family has a long history of depression, suicide and addiction and I not only navigated my parent’s battles, but as an adult lived with my own. I started singing as a child and at the age of 13 sang with the MN Orchestra in the nationally known Metropolitan Boy’s Ch…

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SE2 EP29 - Shaun Proulx: Get tested, f#@k stigma and meditate! 37:35

2M ago37:35

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By James Watson

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Undoing the Shame Attached to Masturbation - with Orion Pax 34:04

2M ago34:04

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Everybody’s doing it, almost nobody’s talking about it, and when it is discussed, it’s rarely in a positive light. Yet, science confirms what common sense suggests: masturbation is beneficial for physical and emotional health, as well as sex and intimacy with others. Unfortunately, the shame and silence surrounding masturbation can turn this health…

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"Write Like a Man" (w/ Ronnie Grinberg) 1:16:40

2M ago1:16:40

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Historian Ronnie Grinberg's new book Write Like a Man: Jewish Masculinity and the New York Intellectuals couldn't be better "Know Your Enemy" fodder. (Main characters include: Midge Decter and Norman Podhoretz, Diana and Lionel Trilling, Irving Howe, Alfred Kazin, and Mary McCarthy!) These writers, Grinberg shows, built and sustained a novel, secul…

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Ehud - Corpulent Kings and Swallowed Swords 12:27

3M ago12:27

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In this week’s Bad [BLEEPS] of the Bible, we’ll be “digesting” the epic tale of Ehud and his showdown with the corpulent King Eglon. Brace yourselves for a wild ride featuring “unique” traits, intrigue, and a double-edged sword. Don’t miss it! Sources: The Bible (KJV) “Ehud v. Eglon: Evidence for the Biblical Account” by Christopher Eames from arms…

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John Corr: Was it a Mistake For Him to Reject His Mother’s Offer to Introduce Him to Her Gay Cousin? 38:44

3M ago38:44

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John Corr is very active on the Coachella Valley/Palm Springs theatre scene. He has some very interesting thoughts and stories to tell... John on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jacorrjr Photo: Copyright Wilkinson/2024 Opening and closing music courtesy the very talented Zakhar Valaha via Pixabay. To contact Wilkinson- email him at BecomingWilki…

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Light Me Up - Energy and Impact Play - with Hazel Havoc 31:19

3M ago31:19

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Impact play is a sexual kink that involves hitting someone with hands or instruments like flogs, whips, or paddles to cause consensual pain or sensation. Although this is a well-known form of BDSM, representations of this kink often leave out the complex energy exchange that takes place between participants and the mental and emotional health benef…

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Arguing the World: Howe, Kristol, Glazer, and Bell [Teaser] 3:41

3M ago3:41

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Subscribe to Know Your Enemy on Patreon to listen to this premium episode, and all of our bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/knowyourenemy It was inevitable that Know Your Enemy would eventually discuss Arguing the World, the 1998 documentary about four Jewish intellectuals who emerged from the alcoves and arguments of City College in the 1930s…

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Easter - Old Gods and Solar Eclipses 21:08

3M ago21:08

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Join us for a deep dive into the fascinating world of Easter! Beyond the egg hunts and bunny hops, we're exploring the rich history and intriguing facts behind this celebrated holiday. From the symbolism of resurrection to the mysteries of Jesus' crucifixion, there's so much to uncover. Did you know that Easter predates Christianity, or that Jesus …

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James Mailett: Flushing Corporate Life Down the Toilet in Order to Travel the World! 32:03

3M ago32:03

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I met James Maillet many years ago in Seattle. He's an adventure seeker who just quit his corporate banking job in order to travel around the world for at least two years... hear the why and how of his adventure. So many of us dream about doing something like this- but he's actually doing it! James' IG: http://instagram.com/jamesmaillet Photo: Copy…

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Walking Through Fear and Shame to Share Your Truth 17:57

3M ago17:57

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You can fit in the box society gives us, conforming to expectations about how we should love, have sex, raise families, work, dress, and behave. Or, if you dare to step outside the box, and you continue accepting yourself when other people tell you to get back in the box, you might find that there’s so much more room to play, room for freedom, expl…

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Uncut Episode 5 - Dead Dads and Easter 35:15

3M ago35:15

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A lot of dead people in this episode but don't worry, ya'll we're coming in hot for Easter! Tune in to hear about Scott getting pulled over in a funeral, Freddy butchering every story told in March, and a whole lot more! Once again, just a reminder, these episodes are #uncut and contain material out of the ordinary Bad [BLEEPS]. Listener discretion…

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Steve Milliken: What happens when the class clown becomes the teacher? 55:37

3M ago55:37

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Steve Milliken Steve Milliken is the proud gay author of LATE BLOOMER BABY BOOMER—A Collection of Humorous Essays About Being Gay Back in the Day and Finally Finding My Way. Born and raised in Southern California, his literary escapade takes you on a journey through the decades, chronicling his adventures as a gay baby boomer and his lifelong pursu…

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Michael O'Brien- Husband, Dad, Listener 1:07:32

3M ago1:07:32

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To Connect with Michael O'Brien and download the App: https://www.michaelobrienshift.com To Connect with Travis: https://www.travisstock.com/ IG: @travers03 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thenewmasculineBy Michael O'Brien, Travis Stock

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Taylor Swift Derangement Syndrome (w/ B.D. McClay) 1:18:42

3M ago1:18:42

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Why are Republicans and the right losing their minds over Taylor Swift, the gifted songwriter and globe-bestriding pop star? Why do they think her NFL-playing, Super Bowl-winning boyfriend is secretly gay—precisely because he's dating Taylor Swift? Why is this slice of Americana being portrayed as a deep-state op meant to hand the 2024 election to …

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Esther (rerun) - Scepters and Salvation 27:31

3M ago27:31

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It's our first rerun, ya'll! As the Purim holiday was recently celebrated and as this holiday is DIRECTLY inspired by the incredible tale of our [BLEEP] Esther, I thought it was the perfect time to tell this [BLEEP]'s story....again!! Please enjoy this rerun of one of my favorites: Esther. Gallows, harems, kings, queens, contests, and secrets read …

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UNLOCKED: Keeping Up with the Bozells 1:34:15

3M ago1:34:15

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What can four generations of men named "L. Brent Bozell" tell us about the trajectory of modern American conservatism? Well, quite a lot. In this classic KYE bonus episode from February 2021, newly unlocked for these last weeks of Lent, Matt and Sam discuss one of the first families of the postwar right, which ends up being a story about faith, fan…

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Jehosheba - Princess and Protector 14:01

3M ago14:01

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Jehosheba is a TRUE unsung hero of the Old Testament: she defied an evil, murderous Queen, saved the lineage leading to Jesus himself, smuggled, hid, and trained the young heir to the throne, and led a revolt against a tyrannical ruler. What more can you ask for? A princess and protector, Jehosheba is one Bad [BLEEP] of the Bible! Sources: The Bibl…

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Behind the scenes of The Golden Girls with Stan Zimmerman 29:03

4M ago29:03

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STAN ZIMMERMAN is a man of many mediums (TV, film and theatre). He’s been nominated for two WGA Awards for Best Comedy Writing – The Golden Girls and Roseanne. Stan’s also written and produced on Gilmore Girls, co-created the Lifetime sitcom, Rita Rocks, wrote on both Brady Bunch movies and rewrote the ABC-TV movie of Annie. Stan has a BFA-Drama fr…

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The Queen of Sheba - Myth and Legend 28:35

4M ago28:35

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In today's episode, we unravel the legacy of the Biblical Bad [BLEEP] that is the Queen of Sheba. a figure shrouded in mystery and legend, some hail her as a holy founder, symbol of a nation, guardian of the mythical Ark of the Covenant, and founder of a dynasty that continues to today. Others paint her as a a demon, a djinn, and a temptress with a…

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