Best Magical Crypto Friends Podcasts (2024)

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Introducing World of Secrets S3 4:37

1d ago4:37

4:37

The Apartheid Killer – a new investigation. All the victims were black and the youngest was just 12 years old. Some relatives are still searching for the graves. They were killed during a three-year bloodbath in the 1980s, in the South African city of East London – by one person. He killed so many, he lost count. It has been 30 years since the whit…

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Episode 7: Jean 43:45

1y ago43:45

43:45

Megan’s mother disappears, Jamie tries to track her down. Evidence published reveals a shocking conclusion. Finally, Jamie can give everyone involved some answers.By BBC Sounds

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Episode 6: One Direction 29:11

1y ago29:11

29:11

Why did Megan and her mother set up Believe in Magic? Jamie investigates their link to pop megastars One Direction. He discovers crucial evidence is about to be published.By BBC Sounds

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Episode 5: Sisters 27:10

1y ago27:10

27:10

Revelations about Megan’s childhood provide vital clues. An expert tells Jamie about a little - understood yet disturbing medical phenomenon.By BBC Sounds

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Episode 4: Doctors 27:24

1y ago27:24

27:24

The news creates shock waves. Could the sleuths have got it wrong? Jamie gains rare access to doctors’ reports, which could reveal what happened to Megan.By BBC Sounds

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Episode 3: Proof 27:33

1+ y ago27:33

27:33

The sleuths reveal their findings. Believe in Magic’s supporters defend Megan. Some terrible news breaks, that forces the sleuths to reconsider everything they’ve discovered.By BBC Sounds

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Episode 2: Sleuths 23:48

1+ y ago23:48

23:48

Megan fundraises for treatment abroad. Her condition deteriorates while in hospital in America. When anonymous sleuths discover she’s not where she claims, who will believe them?By BBC Sounds

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Episode 1: Megan 22:01

1+ y ago22:01

22:01

A teenage girl with a brain tumour starts a charity for sick children. It captures the support of pop megastars, One Direction. But questions arise - is Megan really ill?By BBC Sounds

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Introducing Believe In Magic 2:47

1+ y ago2:47

2:47

Charity, celebrity, illness and control. The extraordinary story of a teenage girl and her charity Believe in Magic, which ends up challenging the very nature of sickness itself.By BBC Sounds

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Can an Open Relationship Save Your Marriage? | 48 1:02:13

1+ y ago1:02:13

1:02:13

Love! Everybody wants to find it. However, keeping up a relationship can sometimes be just as difficult as finding one. We try everything to stoke the fire that might be burning out - so could the answer be to throw another log on the fire? Nikki and Malone ask the burning question: "Can an open relationship save your marriage?" They speak with a p…

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Are You Oversharing on Social Media? | 47 51:07

1+ y ago51:07

51:07

Are you one of the 4.7 billion people who use social media on a daily basis? While some people still keep a diary, others feel compelled to announce and show every detail of their life on social media. We are curious and interested in the lives of friends and family but do they really need to tell us what they had for lunch or how horrible their br…

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Is a Dry January Worth It? | 46 44:35

1+ y ago44:35

44:35

It's a new year and time to make resolutions. Are you thinking about giving up alcohol for the month of January? If you like the idea of more energy, better sleep, weight loss and a lot more dollars in your pocket - then "Dry January" might just be the resolution you're looking for. Nikki and Malone talk with author Hilary Sheinbaum to learn about …

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Is Microdosing Mushrooms Magic for Your Health? (ENCORE) | 45 41:01

1+ y ago41:01

41:01

Psychedelics were originally designed to blow your mind, but new studies suggest they can also help fix it! Can small doses of psilocybin (magic mushrooms) help people manage depression and anxiety better than pharmaceutical remedies? Host Nikki Boyer, Dr. Matt Johnson (professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Johns Hopkins University), a…

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Is It Time To Quit Your Job? (ENCORE) | 44 46:24

1+ y ago46:24

46:24

Are you tired of low pay, long commutes, lots of stress and feeling unappreciated and unfulfilled? Maybe it's time to quit your job! Many Americans are doing just that. It's being called "The Great Resignation." The post-pandemic exodus of workers moving away from unfulfilling jobs in search of an opportunity that gives them a sense of purpose and …

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Are You Throwing Away Free Money? (ENCORE) | 43 52:57

1+ y ago52:57

52:57

Is your mailbox flooded with credit card junk mail promising free money? There’s cash back, 0% interest, sign-up bonuses, reward points. The come-ons keep on coming! Well, Nikki and Mr. Malone know exactly what you’re thinking — ‘cause they’re thinking it too. Are we missing out on some valuable free stuff? That’s where character actor and self-des…

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Do All Christmas Traditions Actually Come from Christmas? (And Other Holiday Tradition Mysteries) | 42 1:01:04

1+ y ago1:01:04

1:01:04

So what’s up with eggnog? And why is there a tree in my living room? Christmas is overflowing with traditions. Things you do, eat, drink, sing and wear. Things you look forward to all year long. (Unless, of course, you’ve been naughty!) But why? Most Christmastime rituals are things we just go with. No questions asked, right? But, hey, this is Call…

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Do All Those Letters to Santa Make it to the North Pole? | 41 49:31

1+ y ago49:31

49:31

Have you ever written a letter to Santa and sent it off to the North Pole, hoping he gets it? Well, Nikki and Malone have a little gift for you. They welcome filmmaker Dana Nachman, whose documentary film "Dear Santa" dives into just how the United States Postal Service makes sure those letters reach Santa each year! And ‘tis the season to... yep!.…

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Is There a Way to Keep Your Brain 'Young' and Healthy as You Age? | 40 48:08

1+ y ago48:08

48:08

Talk about a brain freeze! There was a time when “cryonics” — the technology of freezing human brains (and other body parts) — was the latest craze to preserve our minds in the hope of one day being defrosted and put into a younger body. That’s some weird science! But we all understand why, right? The average 70+ years most of us have on this earth…

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Are Dates on Food Just BS? (ENCORE) | 39 51:05

1+ y ago51:05

51:05

Can I still eat this? We’ve all been tempted by food that's past its posted freshness date. While many people worry about illness or the yuck-factor and toss food out, others trust their noses and look for ways to not waste food. But seriously — what does 'Best by,' 'Sell by,' and 'Use by' dates even mean? On this episode, Nikki and Mr. Malone ente…

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Should Every Neighborhood Have a Community Fridge? | 38 44:17

1+ y ago44:17

44:17

“Imagine there's no hunger. It's easy if you try." Well, you actually don’t have to imagine places where the gift of food is available to all — whoever you are and whenever you need it. They actually exist! Community fridges are an amazing grassroots-y answer to the food insecurity that many people experience every day. Join Nikki and Malone along …

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Can You Get Through the Holidays Without a Family Fight? | 37 52:09

1+ y ago52:09

52:09

Everybody ready to play holiday family feud?! There’s just no way around it — holidays with the fam can be overwhelming, unnerving, and sometimes just downright explosive! Why do we go at it with the ones we love and how can we survive the minefield of raw emotions, loose cannons, and inappropriate attitudes? Well, Nikki and Malone are getting prof…

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Are We Ready for Lab Grown Meat? | 36 44:11

2y ago44:11

44:11

We’ve got the meats! Don’t look now, but your favorite burger, steak, turkey dinner, and fried chicken are poised to go full-on sci-fi in the not-so-distant future. Lab grown meat is coming for you, carnivores. But are you ready for it? Nikki and Malone investigate the pros, the cons, and the sorta creepy possibilities with reporter Joe Fassler and…

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Are You Ready for the Apocalypse? | 35 49:08

2y ago49:08

49:08

Wait! Surviving doomsday isn’t just about hoarding toilet paper?! The practice of prepping for disasters is a real thing. And that fellow shopper with a cart full of water, batteries, and canned food? Well, they could be a prepper! Even if they're not the stereotypical macho dude who wants "The Walking Dead" to be non-fiction. So with everything go…

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Is Halloween for Kids Anymore? | 34 47:43

2y ago47:43

47:43

So what are you gonna be for Halloween? For adults in the not-too-distant past, the answer was easy: Nothing! But wow have things changed, right? Grade-schoolers trick-or-treating in rubber masks and homemade costumes are being replaced by grown-ups getting their full Halloween on! Well, Nikki and Malone have noticed. So they’re asking sociology pr…

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Are You Living With Ghosts? | 33 57:31

2y ago57:31

57:31

Creaks, moans, and eerie shivers down your spine keeping you up? With Halloween coming fast, it’s the perfect time to reconsider whether “the house is settling” — or if the neighbors are at it again. Just maybe there's something truly spooooooky afoot. That’s why Nikki and Malone are talking to a couple with a real-life ghost story to tell. And the…

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Can Aphrodisiacs Really Turn You On? (ENCORE) | 32 31:21

2y ago31:21

31:21

Nikki gets to the bottom of the age-old question about whether particular foods can actually stimulate our sexual desire. Her friend Mr. Malone joins her on the mission. When some people on the street can’t offer a satisfying answer, Nikki and Malone turn to an expert. (ENCORE) Call Me Curious is available now on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Spoti…

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Can the New 9-8-8 Crisis Lifeline Help Save Lives? | 31 48:55

2y ago48:55

48:55

There’s a new number in town! One that’s so needed, and so ready to be there for us when we need it most. It’s 9-8-8. The brand new nationwide hotline number for those in emergency mental health crisis. Just three simple numbers are the lifeline you won’t forget – and that won’t forget you. On this episode of Call Me Curious, Nikki and Malone talk …

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Can Sex Toys Help or Harm Your Sex Life? | 30 48:33

2y ago48:33

48:33

Let the good vibes roll! Sex toys are a global phenomena, racking up more than $35 BILLION dollars in annual sales and… well… growing. They've gone from deep in the back of mom's closet, right into the mainstream spotlight. And sexperts say using one can be like waving a magic wand over your sex life. Nikki & Malone get the buzzzz on all-things sex…

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Is America's Love Affair with Pumpkin Spice Finally Over? | 29 39:27

2y ago39:27

39:27

When Starbuck's introduced the Pumpkin Spice Latte nearly two decades ago, no one knew it would ignite such a major cultural firestorm (albeit a very cozy, comforting one). How did a seasonal drink, which almost got nixed in the planning stages, get so popular? And after years of copycat product fatigue, is America's love affair with Pumpkin Spice …

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Can Your Dating App Predict Chemistry? (ENCORE) | 28 45:41

2y ago45:41

45:41

Is finding your soulmate as simple as entering some info into an app? Can romantic chemistry be broken down into 1's and 0's? You've got a date with Nikki Boyer as she talks to dating expert and fellow Wondery podcaster Sydnee Paige (Sydnee in the Sheets) who uses multiple dating apps to find love in New York City. Then Nikki and Malone find out wh…

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Are We Alone in the Universe? | 27 43:49

2y ago43:49

43:49

In a galaxy far, far away — something AMAZING is happening! NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope is beaming back to us un-be-liev-able photos of deep space. And you don’t have to be someone with a light saber and a cape to appreciate what we’re learning about our big, beautiful universe. What we’re all seeing for the first time makes it pretty hard to…

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Is Love at First Sight a Real Thing? | 26 44:04

2y ago44:04

44:04

Is that really my soul-mate across the room?! Go on, admit it. You’ve asked yourself this question before. Most of us have been struck by the electric sensation of powerful instant attraction. You lock eyes, the music rises, butterflies take flight in your stomach, and you just know. But is it love? Or is it just good old lust -- mixed with a littl…

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Do You Really Need 8 Hours of Sleep? | 25 42:32

2y ago42:32

42:32

We’ve been hearing it for-ev-er: Get 8 hours of sleep. It’s been drilled into our heads for so long that we just accept it, right? But maybe we shouldn’t. Like, that’s a 1/3 of our day spent unconscious! Do we really need that much shut-eye? Would it be healthier to get less – or maybe more? Well, Nikki and comedian Dax Jordan are wide awake to the…

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Can That Song Stuck in Your Head Help Your Memory? | 24 39:34

2y ago39:34

39:34

Can getting a song stuck in your head actually be a good thing? It sure doesn’t feel that way… as you sing the Hot Pockets jingle for the 2000th time! But new studies suggest “earworms” can actually be a boon to your brain. Today Nikki and Malone welcome cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Petr Janata to find out how those annoying musical loops that will…

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Could You Fall Prey To A Cult? (ENCORE) | 23 40:43

2y ago40:43

40:43

How do you recognize the signs of a cultic relationship? Could you already be in over your head and not even realize it? Actor and model Hoyt Richards knows firsthand, and tells Nikki all about his harrowing 20 year experience of being slowly brainwashed by a charismatic cult leader. Plus, learn the warning signs of how to recognize if you're in a …

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Does Intermittent Fasting Work? (ENCORE) | 22 37:22

2y ago37:22

37:22

Fad diets come and go, and Nikki's tried just about all of them, including intermittent fasting. She talks with someone who has seen weight-loss success by only eating certain hours of the day. Then Nikki goes to the doctor -- Dr. Ethan Weiss, to be precise -- to get to the bottom of whether the benefits of intermittent fasting can be scientificall…

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Are Drag Queens Doing More Than Performing? | 21 39:25

2y ago39:25

39:25

Jujubee is everywhere! The amazing drag queen, reality TV personality (Ru Paul’s Drag Race) and recording artist stopped by to talk to Nikki and Mr. Malone about her life, her rise to fame, and her new sexy Wondery podcast, Queen of Hearts. The new blind date game show that’s anything but a drag! So does Juju think the art of drag is more than just…

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Is It Time To Quit Your Job? | 20 45:42

2y ago45:42

45:42

Are you tired of low pay, long commutes, lots of stress and feeling unappreciated and unfulfilled? Maybe it's time to quit your job! Many Americans are doing just that. It's being called "The Great Resignation." The post-pandemic exodus of workers moving away from unfulfilling jobs in search of an opportunity that gives them a sense of purpose and …

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Is Sugar More Addictive Than Cocaine? (ENCORE) | 19 35:25

2y ago35:25

35:25

Sugar is everywhere around us. It's a reward, it's baked into every celebration we have. But for some, it becomes a problem when that sweet treat we want turns into something we need. Nikki and Mr. Malone break down the science of our confectionery cravings with a neuroscientist to find out if sugar is more addictive than cocaine. Then a recovering…

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Is Sexual Attraction Just Our Pheromones Going Nuts? | 18 43:36

2y ago43:36

43:36

Ever wonder what that certain "tingle" is you feel every Spring? You know what we mean. The weather gets warmer, the days get longer and suddenly love... or lust... is in the air. Ever wonder why that is? We all know it as Spring Fever. But what is it that turns us on and makes us happier in Springtime? Are our pheromones working overtime? Nikki an…

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Is It Time to Dump Recycling? | 17 35:11

2y ago35:11

35:11

Are you a wish-cycler? Most people do their part to protect the environment by dumping basically everything that isn't food into their blue recycle bin. But is that what we’re really supposed to do? And are we making a difference? Nikki and Mr. Malone talk trash with Earth911’s Mitch Ratcliffe on how it all works, and the latest waste management in…

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Is Pride More Than Just a Parade? | 16 44:02

2y ago44:02

44:02

Break out your best glitter, feathers, and leathers. And show some skin! It’s Pride Month! June is the designated dance party to celebrate the history, culture and contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community. And straight (yes, we did!) from RuPaul's Drag Race and The Drew Barrymore Show, Nikki and Malone welcome the fabulous Ross Mathews — plus rainbo…

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Are You Throwing Away Free Money? | 15 51:59

2y ago51:59

51:59

Is your mailbox flooded with credit card junk mail promising free money? There’s cash back, 0% interest, sign-up bonuses, reward points. The come-ons keep on coming! Well, Nikki and Mr. Malone know exactly what you’re thinking — ‘cause they’re thinking it too. Are we missing out on some valuable free stuff? That’s where character actor and self-des…

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Are Dates on Food Just BS? | 14 50:22

2y ago50:22

50:22

Can I still eat this? We’ve all been tempted by food that's past its posted freshness date. While many people worry about illness or the yuck-factor and toss food out, others trust their noses and look for ways to not waste food. But seriously — what does 'Best by,' 'Sell by,' and 'Use by' dates even mean? On this episode, Nikki and Mr. Malone ente…

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Could Your Neighbor Be a Witch? | 13 46:02

2y ago46:02

46:02

The witchy practice of Wicca has been called America's fastest growing religion. On TikTok, the hashtag #WitchTok has racked up over 20 BILLION views and counting. Suddenly it seems like witchcraft is hotter than a bubbling cauldron! This week, Nikki & Mr. Malone search for the source of this sorcery with Dr. Helen Berger, a leading expert on pagan…

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Is Breakfast Really the Most Important Meal of the Day? | 12 41:43

2y ago41:43

41:43

"Breakfast is the most important meal of the day"… but is it really? We’ve heard that saying so many times we assume it's true. In this episode Nikki & Mr. Malone turn to breakfast historian Heather Arndt Anderson to uncover the phrase’s unusual origins — and to see if the old adage stays crispy in milk! They're also joined by dietician Connie Weis…

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Is Microdosing Mushrooms Magic for Your Health? | 11 39:57

2y ago39:57

39:57

Psychedelics were originally designed to blow your mind...but new studies suggest they can also help fix it! Can small doses of psilocybin (magic mushrooms) help people manage depression and anxiety better than pharmaceutical remedies? Host Nikki Boyer, Dr. Matt Johnson (professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Johns Hopkins University), …

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Could You Fall Prey To A Cult? | 10 39:52

2+ y ago39:52

39:52

How do you recognize the signs of a cultic relationship? Could you already be in over your head and not even realize it? Actor and model Hoyt Richards knows firsthand, and tells Nikki all about his harrowing 20 year experience of being slowly brainwashed by a charismatic cult leader. Plus, learn the warning signs of how to recognize if you're in a …

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Is Cinco de Mayo Mexican Independence Day? | 9 40:06

2+ y ago40:06

40:06

For most Americans, Cinco De Mayo is merely one round in the Holy Trinity of Drinking Holidays - along with St. Patrick's Day and New Year's Eve. But is there more to the story? Nikki Boyer serves up giant, salt-rimmed glasses of history with Dr. David Hayes-Bautista (director of UCLA's Center for the Study of Latino Health and Culture) and celebra…

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Can Your Dating App Predict Chemistry? | 8 44:52

2+ y ago44:52

44:52

Is finding your soulmate as simple as entering some info into an app? Can romantic chemistry be broken down into 1's and 0's? You've got a date with Nikki Boyer as she talks to dating expert and fellow Wondery podcaster Sydnee Paige (Sydnee in the Sheets) who uses multiple dating apps to find love in New York City. Then Nikki and Malone find out wh…

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