Best Katherine Dee Podcasts (2024)

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Cosmetic Complications in the ER with Nadia Nabavi 53:08

2h ago53:08

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Dr. Kate Dee interviews ER physician Nadia Nabavi to explore the critical issues surrounding med spa complications and cosmetic procedures. They discuss the recent rise in botulism cases due to fake Botox, the risks associated with filler complications, and two gripping cases of liposuction gone wrong. Additionally, Nadia introduces her innovative …

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Would You Still Love Me If I Swallowed a Worm? 56:33

14h ago56:33

56:33

Katherine and Gio discuss “Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke,” a novella by Eric LaRocca about a complex BDSM relationship between two women that unfolds through emails, forum posts, and instant messages in 2000. They talk about what it meant to “log on” in 2000, lesbian media, and whether online relationships are uniquely suited to BDSM…

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Last Days (2005) (with Katherine Vienneau) 1:38:17

3d ago1:38:17

1:38:17

All great things must come to an end and here we are with the final film in Gus Van Sant's "Death Trilogy" LAST DAYS. Michael Pitt stars as not Kurt Cobain in a film not about Kurt Cobain's final days before his suicide. Katherine returns to talk all things Cobain, Nirvana, Van Sant, and depression/alienation. Sound fun? Well it actually is very fu…

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Color (Robin Hanson & Agnes Callard) 57:41

7d ago57:41

57:41

Minds Almost Meeting: Season 9, Episode 6. View the transcript for this episode here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mindsa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lmostmeeting.com/episodes/color Imagine two smart curious friendly and basically truth-seeking people, but from very different intellectual traditions. Traditions with different tools, priorities, and ground rules. What would they d…

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Choosing the Right Aesthetic Provider: Insights from Dr. Kristen Jacobs 42:35

7d ago42:35

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In this episode, Dr. Kate Dee interviews Dr. Kristen Jacobs, an experienced aesthetic medicine doctor and trainer, about the nuances of aesthetic practice and how to choose a qualified provider. Dr. Jacobs shares her personal journey into aesthetics, the importance of ongoing training, and the risks associated with poorly trained practitioners. The…

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Elephant (2003) (with Katherine Vienneau and Matthew Nicholson) 2:01:29

10d ago2:01:29

2:01:29

We're back discussing the 2nd film in Gus Van Sant's "Death Trilogy" ELEPHANT. Yes, this is his Columbine movie... yes, heavy subject matter is perhaps not our forte... but don't worry, we can still have fun right? Of course we can! Joining us for said fun is returning guest Katherine Vienneau and first time guest, longtime listener and even longer…

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Power (Agnes Callard & Robin Hanson) 1:05:53

14d ago1:05:53

1:05:53

Minds Almost Meeting: Season 9, Episode 5. View the transcript for this episode here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mindsa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lmostmeeting.com/episodes/power Imagine two smart curious friendly and basically truth-seeking people, but from very different intellectual traditions. Traditions with different tools, priorities, and ground rules. What would they di…

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Can a Facial be Dangerous? Unveiling Hidden Risks with Elizabeth Gersten 48:15

14d ago48:15

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Dr. Kate Dee hosts Elizabeth Gersten, a licensed esthetician for over 29 years.' Elizabeth recounts various unsafe and unhygienic practices in spas, including bribing inspectors, reusing contaminated products, and lack of proper training among staff. The discussion highlights the importance of proper training, licensing, and adherence to sanitation…

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Gerry (2002) (with Jerry Seinfeld, Gerry Dee, and Geri Halliwell) 1:28:21

17d ago1:28:21

1:28:21

We're back with a slow jam for you, the first in Gus Van Sant's acclaimed Death Trilogy, GERRY. We love Gerry, we all love Gerry, and soon you too will love Gerry, it's only a matter of time. Two friends go for a walk in the desert, what's the worst that could happen... sure would be terrible if they became lost and unmoored in a constantly changin…

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My Little Polemical 1:22:51

19d ago1:22:51

1:22:51

Katherine talks to a brony Zoomer about being online, mediated friendships, the fantastical world of My Little Pony, and the revival that the fandom is experiencing right now. Buy your Mare Fair tickets here, read the infamous MLP fan fic “The Lunar Rebellion” here, and watch the first four seasons of MLP here. This is a public episode. If you’d li…

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Experts vs. elites [Revisited] (Robin Hanson & Agnes Callard) 1:02:18

21d ago1:02:18

1:02:18

Minds Almost Meeting: Season 9, Episode 4. View the transcript for this episode here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mindsa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lmostmeeting.com/episodes/experts-vs-elites-revisited Imagine two smart curious friendly and basically truth-seeking people, but from very different intellectual traditions. Traditions with different tools, priorities, and ground rul…

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Navigating Facial Plastic Surgery: with Dr. Troy Woodman 46:32

21d ago46:32

46:32

Dr. Kate Dee interviews Dr. Troy Woodman to discuss various aspects of facial plastic surgery, including proper consultation procedures and safety standards. The episode opens with a harrowing story about a patient receiving surgery under suboptimal conditions, highlighting the importance of choosing a qualified surgeon and understanding the standa…

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The Internet Is Power 1:10:34

23d ago1:10:34

1:10:34

Kickstarter and Metalabel cofounder Yancey Strickler walks in on Gio and Katherine gossiping. Together, they talk about the meaning of gossip, the Internet as a source of power, and what happens when everything moves from main to the group chat. Check out Metalabel. Read Yancey's writing:The Dark Forest Theory of the Internet The Post-Individual Th…

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Super Size Me 2: Holy Chicken! (2017) 1:16:12

24d ago1:16:12

1:16:12

SUPER SIZE ME 2: HOLY CHICKEN! what a terrible title good god heinous title yucky very bad! And the movie's no good either, trust us. I can't imagine many of you Fanchisees out there have seen this obscure doc, seeing as how it sucks and was overshadowed by the director's self-cancellation. We always encourage playing along here but if you do, plea…

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Super Size Me (2004) 1:45:06

27d ago1:45:06

1:45:06

RIP Immorgan Spurlock The Franchisees are paying our respects to one of the giants of documentary filmmaking, the 6' 2" Morgan Spurlock. Today we're revisiting the hot doc that put him on the map: SUPER SIZE ME. There was a time when eating McDonalds for 30 days and filming it could be a hit documentary... nowadays its a frickin' Mr. Beast video! T…

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Protest (Agnes Callard & Robin Hanson) 1:04:30

28d ago1:04:30

1:04:30

Minds Almost Meeting: Season 9, Episode 3. View the transcript for this episode here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mindsa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lmostmeeting.com/episodes/protest Imagine two smart curious friendly and basically truth-seeking people, but from very different intellectual traditions. Traditions with different tools, priorities, and ground rules. What would they d…

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What is the Good Faith Exam? 39:41

28d ago39:41

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In this episode, Dr. Kate Dee discusses the importance of good faith exams and their role in ensuring patient safety in medical spas. Joined by Polina Riedler, RN and co-founder of Spakinect, the conversation covers how her company provides virtual good faith exams across the country, ensuring compliance with state regulations. They delve into the …

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Grady and the Real Girl 1:20:44

1M ago1:20:44

1:20:44

Lauren and Grady are Chicago’s hottest couple. Katherine and Grady talk about playing a role that’s not yourself but based on yourself, their appearance on Help! I'm In a Secret Relationship, where all the weirdos have gone on the Internet, if those chamoy pickles were worth it, and his relationship with Lauren. This is a public episode. If you’d l…

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The Millennial Left as a Moment in Internet History 1:41:03

1M ago1:41:03

1:41:03

This week, Gio and I are joined by Benjamin Studebaker, a writer, political theorist, leftist, and former co-host of the infamous podcast “What’s Left?” to discuss the Millennial Left. One question I wish we had asked, and I invite our audience to leave their thoughts about, is whether there is/was a meaningful difference between the Millennial Lef…

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Internet culture (Robin Hanson & Agnes Callard, with Katherine Dee) 1:09:05

1M ago1:09:05

1:09:05

Minds Almost Meeting: Season 9, Episode 2. View the transcript for this episode here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mindsa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lmostmeeting.com/episodes/internet-culture Imagine two smart curious friendly and basically truth-seeking people, but from very different intellectual traditions. Traditions with different tools, priorities, and ground rules. What wou…

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Cosmetic Surgeon Gets In Trouble 41:55

1M ago41:55

41:55

Dr. Kate Dee and attorney Becky Hsiao discuss a civil lawsuit filed against a cosmetic surgeon in Seattle for violating the law by requiring patients to sign illegal nondisclosure agreements. The lawsuit also includes claims of intimidating and bribing patients to remove negative reviews, posting fake positive reviews, and altering before and after…

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Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024) (with "Praetorian" Chantel) 2:12:15

1M ago2:12:15

2:12:15

The Mad Max Saga comes to a close (for now) with FURIOSA, the highly anticipated action epic that serves as a prequel and world-building expansion to 2015's FURY ROAD. Does it live up to its predecessor or fall short of expectations? Does it add much to the Mad Max universe or is it merely Fury Road DLC? How does it stack up to the sickest of all D…

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Meta (Agnes Callard & Robin Hanson) 59:24

1M ago59:24

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Minds Almost Meeting: Season 9, Episode 1. View the transcript for this episode here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mindsa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lmostmeeting.com/episodes/meta Imagine two smart curious friendly and basically truth-seeking people, but from very different intellectual traditions. Traditions with different tools, priorities, and ground rules. What would they discu…

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The Dangers of Unlicensed Illegal Med Spas: the Bea Amma story 1:05:03

1M ago1:05:03

1:05:03

Bea Amma shares her experience at an unlicensed medical spa in California where she received illegal and dangerous treatments. She was injected with a combination of B12 and deoxycholic acid, which is a fat dissolver, all over her body. After the injections, she experienced severe symptoms, including fever, nodules under her skin, and open flesh wo…

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Mad Max: Fury Road (2015) (with "Imperator" Chantel) 1:41:34

1M ago1:41:34

1:41:34

WITNESS ME! (listen to the pod) PLEASE WITNESS ME! The Mad Max Saga continues with what may be the greatest long-gap/legacy sequel of all time: MAD MAX: FURY ROAD. Max is back to begrudgingly help save the day with some new friends... Imperator Furiosa, Toast the Knowing, Cheedo the Fragile, Nux... we have all these characters. Furiosa must free th…

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BONUS: Unfrosted (2024) (with Gwen and Valerie) 2:03:14

2M ago2:03:14

2:03:14

Surprise! A very special... or should I say Jerry special bonus episode because we're talking Jerry Seinfeld's feature directorial debut UNFROSTED. Should I say that? Should I say "or should I say Jerry special bonus episode? Email us at thefranchiseespod@gmail.com (and follow us @thefranchisees on Instagram and Twitter) We are joined by two very s…

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Disfigured Beauty - Dermal Filler Disaster 50:25

2M ago50:25

50:25

Krysta Carson, also known as Disfigured Beauty, shares her traumatic experience with dermal filler that led to disfigurement. She had been getting filler injections for five years without any issues until the last injection in 2020. After the injection, she experienced numbness and tingling on the left side of her face, which worsened over time. He…

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Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome (1985) (with Zack "Mad Max Also" Kotzer) 1:50:47

2M ago1:50:47

1:50:47

Thunderdome: Two men enter, one man leaves. But today it's more like two men enter, one man already inside, three men talk into microphones, two men exit, one man stays where he is because special guest Zack Kotzer joins us to talk about MAD MAX BEYOND THUNDERDOMEhe third and, for a time, final Mad Max movie. Aunty Entity, Master Blaster, Pig Kille…

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Med Spa Law 101 with Brad Adatto 42:49

2M ago42:49

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In this episode of Med Spa Mayhem, Dr. Kate Dee interviews Brad Adatto, a healthcare attorney, about the basics of med spa law. They discuss the definition of a med spa and what constitutes the practice of medicine. They also explore who can practice medicine and who can inject Botox or perform medical procedures. The conversation touches on the co…

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Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior (1981) (with Jordan 'Mad Max Rockatansky' Seccareccia) 1:32:39

2M ago1:32:39

1:32:39

My life fades. The vision dims. All that remains are memories. I remember a time of chaos, ruined dreams, this wasted land. But most of all, I remember The Franchisees, the men we called Alex and Ben and special guest Jordan 'Mad Max Rockatansky' Seccareccia. Mad Max 2. The Road Warrior. One of the greatest and most influential movies of all time. …

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Google and SEO Sabotage 43:11

2M ago43:11

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In this conversation, Dr. Kate Dee and Joe Amaral discuss the topics of SEO and SEM, specifically focusing on Google and its algorithms. They explain the difference between organic search and paid search, as well as how Google determines authority and ranks websites. They also discuss the challenges of AI-generated content and the constant changes …

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Mad Max (1979) (with 'Mad' Maxim Gertler-Jaffe) 1:56:15

2M ago1:56:15

1:56:15

Ladies and gentlemen, rev your engines! All the way from post-apocalyptic London, England it's 'Mad' Maxim Gertler-Jaffe, joining Benno and Lexo for a poddo about the original MAD MAX film by director George Miller. Throw a shrimp on the barbie, Australia dingo koala Malcolm Turnbull. It's a classic of independent action cinema and the beginning of…

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The Two Cultures (Robin Hanson & Agnes Callard) 1:07:41

2M ago1:07:41

1:07:41

Minds Almost Meeting: Season 8, Episode 11. View the transcript for this episode here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mindsa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lmostmeeting.com/episodes/the-two-cultures Imagine two smart curious friendly and basically truth-seeking people, but from very different intellectual traditions. Traditions with different tools, priorities, and ground rules. What wo…

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Fake Botox "Faux-Tox" in the News 36:47

2M ago36:47

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Dr. Kate Dee and Becky Hsiao discuss the recent headlines about fake Botox - “faux-tox” - sending patients to the hospital and the regulatory aspects of medical devices and pharmaceuticals. Becky, a regulatory attorney, explains the complexities of ensuring the safety and effectiveness of drugs and devices. Fake Botox cases have been reported in mu…

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The Christ Quadrilogy Part IV: Antichrist (2009) 1:51:37

2M ago1:51:37

1:51:37

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Multiculturalism (Agnes Callard & Robin Hanson) 1:06:38

3M ago1:06:38

1:06:38

Minds Almost Meeting: Season 8, Episode 10. View the transcript for this episode here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mindsa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lmostmeeting.com/episodes/multiculturalism Imagine two smart curious friendly and basically truth-seeking people, but from very different intellectual traditions. Traditions with different tools, priorities, and ground rules. What woul…

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Medspa Terminology 101 - Part 2 - Skin Care and Procedures 41:16

3M ago41:16

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In Part 2 of our conversation about medspa terminology, Dr. Kate Dee and Dr. Desiree Otto discuss various common terms related to skincare and aesthetic treatments. They cover topics such as dermal fillers, including the difference between Botox and filler, common filler complications like duck lips and pillow face, the use of hyaluronic acid in fi…

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The Christ Quadrilogy Part III: The Passion of the Christ (2004) (with Jordan Seccareccia and Katherine Vienneau) 2:26:07

3M ago2:26:07

2:26:07

[loud beating and flogging noises] ahhh! ohhh ouch ohhh nooo! ow! owww! We’re back ahhh stop oh god ow! With a new episode on a film from the twisted mind of Mel Gibson ouch! Joined ahh ohhh ow owwww by returning guests AHHH Jordan and Katherine. [flogging continues] We talk about ow ouch oh god why have you forsaken me owww the life and career of …

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Cultural evolution (Robin Hanson & Agnes Callard) 1:00:43

3M ago1:00:43

1:00:43

Minds Almost Meeting: Season 8, Episode 9. View the transcript for this episode here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mindsa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lmostmeeting.com/episodes/cultural-evolution Imagine two smart curious friendly and basically truth-seeking people, but from very different intellectual traditions. Traditions with different tools, priorities, and ground rules. What wo…

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Medspa Terminology 101 - Part 1 - Toxin 37:53

3M ago37:53

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In Part 1, Dr. Kate Dee and Dr. Desiree Otto discuss basic MedSpa terminology as it relates to Botox and Botox treatments. They explain the different neurotoxins available in the US, including Botox, Disport, Xeomin, Daxxi, and Jeuveau. They define terms like 11s, forehead lines, crow's feet, accordion lines, bunny lines, smokers lines, marionette …

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The Christ Quadrilogy Part II: The Last Temptation of Christ (1988) (with Jordan Seccareccia and Lucas) 2:32:25

3M ago2:32:25

2:32:25

He has risen again! He being Jesus Christ of course, our lord and saviour and friend of the pod. Alex and Ben are back with Part II of the epic Christ Quadrilogy where they explore weighty themes like religion, resurrection, sin, and salvation. This week we're covering Martin Scorsese's (and Paul Schrader's) THE LAST TEMPTATION OF CHRIST. Joining u…

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What Was the Alt-Right? 2:06:41

3M ago2:06:41

2:06:41

What exactly was the alt-right? A digital subculture? A political movement? An umbrella term encompassing several contradictory movements? What did the press get wrong? Katherine and Gio sit down with Scott Greer and attempt to demystify What Happened eight years ago… BTW, if you’re reading this, and you know who you are, YOU WILL come on this show…

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3 Body Problem (Agnes Callard & Robin Hanson, with Arnold Brooks) 1:04:13

3M ago1:04:13

1:04:13

Minds Almost Meeting: Season 8, Episode 8. View the transcript for this episode here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mindsa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lmostmeeting.com/episodes/3-body-problem Imagine two smart curious friendly and basically truth-seeking people, but from very different intellectual traditions. Traditions with different tools, priorities, and ground rules. What would t…

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Lip Filler: Everything you need to know 40:25

3M ago40:25

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Dr. Kate Dee and Dr. Desiree Otto discuss lip filler and its popularity. They explain that people seek lip filler for various reasons, including wanting fuller lips, correcting asymmetry, and restoring volume loss due to aging. They emphasize the importance of achieving a natural look and avoiding the overfilled 'ducky lip' appearance. The doctors …

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A Cyberethnography of Imagination 1:21:37

3M ago1:21:37

1:21:37

Katherine sat down with cyberethnographer and artist Ruby Justice Thelot and discussed the role of imagination in computer-mediated communication, paracosms, building durable relationships with AI, and more. * Ruby's book, A Cyberarcheology of Checkpoints * Ruby's Twitter * Ruby's blog * A really cool video Ruby made, Why Aliens Love America This i…

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The Christ Quadrilogy Part I: Jesus Christ Superstar (1973) (with Devin Shears) 2:06:23

3M ago2:06:23

2:06:23

I loooove you Jeeeesus Chriiiiist. Jesus Christ I loooove you, yesss I dooooo. Happy April everybody! We here at The Franchisees are good, honest, god-fearing folk and have decided to celebrate the death and resurrection of friend of the pod and future guest, Jesus of Nazareth. We've picked a quartet, a tetralogy, or (much more stupidly) a quadrilo…

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My Husband Lives In Another Reality... Literally 28:49

3M ago28:49

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I spoke to 23-year-old reality shifter Maddie about her experiences traveling to other timelines. You may have heard of reality shifting before—probably through the lens of the now-familiar genre of ”this dangerous TikTok trend is endangering your kids” clickbait. ‘Reality shifting’ is, simply put, when people shift their consciousness to another t…

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Corpses (Robin Hanson & Agnes Callard) 1:03:26

3M ago1:03:26

1:03:26

Minds Almost Meeting: Season 8, Episode 7. View the transcript for this episode here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mindsa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lmostmeeting.com/episodes/corpses Imagine two smart curious friendly and basically truth-seeking people, but from very different intellectual traditions. Traditions with different tools, priorities, and ground rules. What would they dis…

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What's up with Texas? 37:16

3M ago37:16

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Dr. Kate Dee and Dr. George Davis discuss the issues surrounding medical aesthetics in Texas. They highlight the lack of regulation and oversight in the industry, particularly in regards to who can perform injections and the use of fake or illegal products. They also discuss the dangers of improper injections and the importance of proper training a…

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Dating 6 Women at Once Is the Most Fun a Podcast Bro Can Have Without Getting Cancelled 2:04:02

3M ago2:04:02

2:04:02

Katherine and Gio discuss the Cut's Andrew Huberman profile, what does and doesn't count as "being political," emo kids, and which up-and-coming public intellectuals they want to model themselves after. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit default.blog/subscribe…

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