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In this unfiltered podcast about infertility, journalist and mom-of-two Ali Prato, who went through secondary infertility and IVF herself, talks to women—and some men—about the messy, frustrating, painful, heartbreaking, absurd and sometimes humorous journey to have a baby. Or in some cases, to not have a baby. Each episode tells a different story about family building, getting real about miscarriages, egg freezing, sperm and egg donation, IUIs, endometriosis, male factor infertility, adopti ...
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Mary is a corporate change management executive; Katie's built revenue teams worldwide in high-growth tech. Their professional backgrounds couldn't be more different. Join Katie and Mary in navigating the complexity of corporate culture and modern life without becoming a psycho. They discuss the things that are making you grind your teeth and lay awake at 2 am, sharing mental wellness tips while making fun of the absurdity of it all, changing the game, and laughing our way through surviving ...
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Impromptu

The Washington Post

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A little-known secret: Washington Post Opinions columnists like talking to one another. They don’t always agree, of course, but they are in almost constant conversation – testing their ideas, refining their thoughts and sometimes changing their minds. Now you can listen in on some of those conversations. Each week on “Impromptu,” Post columnists go beyond hot takes and have personal, candid conversations on the latest topics in news and culture that we can't stop thinking about. Listen in on ...
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Dive into the delightful chaos of Utterly Useless, where Brett, Timmy, and Jeremy take you on a whimsical journey through the absurd and the mundane. From pondering the mysteries of the universe to dissecting the latest movie releases and comic book capers, join three hilarious hosts as they navigate the hilarity of everyday life with infectious banter and irreverent humor. Tune in, buckle up, and prepare to laugh your way through the utterly useless yet utterly entertaining adventures of Br ...
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Another Pointless Automotive Podcast

Frank Harrington IV and Chadwick Atkinson

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We are what the world truly doesn't need, yet Another Pointless Automotive Podcast. At least we know this is a pointless exercise to the benefit of nobody. As such, this is a podcast that ranges from the odd to the mundane, the typical to the absurd topics in the automotive world. Join along and be part of the unimportant.
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Smarty Pants

The American Scholar

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Tune in every week to catch interviews with the liveliest voices from literature, the arts, sciences, history, and public affairs; reports on cutting-edge works in progress; long-form narratives; and compelling excerpts from new books. A podcast from The American Scholar magazine. Hosted by Stephanie Bastek. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Tiny Matters

The American Chemical Society

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From molecules to microbes, Tiny Matters is a science podcast about the little things that have a big impact on our world. Every other Wednesday, join hosts and former scientists Sam Jones and Deboki Chakravarti as they answer questions like, 'what is a memory?', 'is sugar actually addictive?' and 'are we alone in the universe?'
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Beginner friendly if listened to in order! For anyone interested in an educational podcast about philosophy where you don't need to be a graduate-level philosopher to understand it. In chronological order, the thinkers and ideas that forged the world we live in are broken down and explained.
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It’s time to gather round your console and join the finest gaming community in all the land. If you are looking for equal parts random life story and absurd video game analysis, then join hosts Eric, Dan, Tom, and Zack for a light-hearted, tangent-filled romp through gaming's past, present, and future.
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Modernity and Absurdity with Christian Perez brings commentary and interviews on a range of issues including current events, world news, history, politics, culture with a whole lot of sarcasm. Christian Perez is an educator, podcaster, social/political communicator and curmudgeon. He like to smash walls of ignorance and he doesn't like the bad guys. Follow Christian on Twitter @PerezPodcast Send Christian an e-mail at PerezPodcast@gmail.com
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I'M FROM THE INTERNET

Winslow Dumaine & Jay Brandstetter

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SomethingAwful.com is one of the foundational websites of modern internet culture: the earliest memes, inside jokes, and modes of communication that grace and plague the internet today can trace their roots back to the sprawling forums of this illustrious website. Hosted by Jay Brandstetter and Winslow Dumaine, this podcast dredges up the most notable threads from the depths of the forums. We delve into the absurd architecture of Groverhaus, explore the very beginning of 4Chan, the early day ...
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SnubDub

Lunar Light Studio

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SnubDub is a long form improv comedy podcast that uses group storytelling as a means of delving into different aspects of modern human identity. Through absurd comedy, wild adventures, and heartfelt moments, these friends uncover truths about themselves they didn't previously know and learn about one another.
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The Baron of Botox

Imperative Entertainment

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Over two decades, Dr. Fredric Brandt went from a small dermatology practice in Miami to being Madonna's personal skincare consultant and the go-to for public figures desperate to stave off aging. His clients loved him. Fashion magazines profiled him. But as Brandt continued to build his empire—a best-selling product line, pristine homes in New York and Miami, and an absurd modern art collection—he was slowly becoming addicted to his own product. Popular speculation has it that it was Martin ...
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World's a Mess

James Kislingbury and Alex Smith

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World's a Mess is a whirlwind ride through the terrifying thing that we call modern life. Every week newsmen Alex Smith and James Kislingbury act as your guide through all the absurd, sublime, and Australian new that will fit into a 45 minute show.
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In Terms and Conditions Apply, join Ethan D. Smith as he explores the history, nuance, and occasional absurdity of modern terms and conditions agreements. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/terms-and-conditions/support
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"Absurdity is Man's futile search for meaning" - Albert Camus What does it require to take back control of your health, body, mind & brotherhood in the modern world? Lets start by sparking a movement of bettering ourselves. #StaySober Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beingsoberwithapurv/support
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Actors Jordan Barbour and Randy Harrison take a deep dive into pop culture, politics, and the absurdity of the modern age. Through humorous and insightful conversation, Mister Sister is here to answer all of the burning questions the heteronormative, straight-stream media is too afraid to ask. And they're always on the hunt to uncover a few ConsQUEERacies along the way. The truth is here. The truth is queer. And she's looking fierce. So get used to it!
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A Special Presentation

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Jonathan Bradley Welch, David Crabb and guests get together to chat about the ghosts of television and pop culture past. They cover it all: what we love, hate, hate to love, and what's absurd when we look at the past through a modern lens. Nothing is off topic, and everything is worth a closer look!
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Dadz R Us

Jimmy and Jesse

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Join Jimmy and Jesse, two dads who have been friends for over 30 years, as they share their hilarious stories of raising their kids in very different ways. Jimmy is a single dad and Jesse is a married, and together they discuss everything from discipline and parenting styles to navigating the challenges of modern fatherhood. Whether you're a parent yourself or just love a good laugh, Dadz R Us is the perfect podcast for anyone looking for relatable and entertaining stories about the joys and ...
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Oops, I Talked Politics

Sly, Phil, Darryl, And Ryan

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Oops, I Talked Politics! is a leftwing political podcast about four guys over-analyzing pop culture and the absurd things in the actual culture. Every other Wednesday they find articles with opposing view points and discuss/mock them. Email: oopsitalkedpolitics@gmail.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/oopspolitics
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COLOUR OUT THE BOX

Colour Out The Box

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On each episode, host Mo is joined by a guest for honest open conversation. We cover everything from the complexities of relationships, absurd happenings in pop-culture or even pondering identify and what it means to be Black, British and African. Just a few of the topics, we open up for discussion giving our personal perspective. Colour Out The Box is London based, but gives a voice to people of the African and Afro Caribbean Diaspora to tell stories and share their unique take, all whilst ...
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Is It Serious?

Ariel Nachman & Joey Brenneman

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Welcome to “Is It Serious?,” a conversational podcast where two top doctors pull back the curtain on the American healthcare system and answer all of your health concerns, one question at a time. Our doctor hosts, Jean Luc Neptune, MD and Mark Lewis, MD, share their medical knowledge in a fun, lighthearted chat while also getting to the root of the “question of the day.” They will discuss a range of topics covering everything from complex health issues to the absurdity of drug commercials. T ...
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Gilbert Keith Chesterton was a prolific writer on many topics. His views of history were always from the standpoint of men and their interactions, and it may fairly be said he saw all of history as a battle between civilization and barbarism. So it has always been, and that remains true even today.“But it is especially in the matter of the Middle Ages that the popular histories trample upon the popular traditions. In this respect there is an almost comic contrast between the general informat ...
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Hey y'all! What do you get when you cross a yankee and a southerner.....laughs, eye rolls, and a lot of "ope." He’s from the South. She’s from the North. Is it a match made in Heaven or just a recipe for disaster? Get ready to explore the fascinating world of differences through the eyes of a Midwesterner and a Southerner. Join us for quick, fun conversations that celebrate our backgrounds, our unique perspectives on modern-day topics (without the Civil War), and maybe even a jab or two whil ...
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This reading is in Hebrew.Mendele Mocher Seforim (Literary name for Shalom Jacob Abramovitsch) (1835 – 1917, b. Kapulye, Belorussia), one of the first modern Jewish writers, wrote in both Hebrew and Yiddish throughout his career. In his work he described with sharp satirical criticism the traditional life in small Jewish towns, as well as tendencies for assimilation of learned Jews at the time. He was regarded as the “grandfather of Yiddish literature” but the Hebraic-Zionist atmosphere in O ...
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When Hank Morgan, a practical, no-nonsense Yankee who works in an ammunition factory as a head superintendent gets into a fight with an aggressive employee, little does he know what's in store for him. The bully lays Morgan low with a skull-crushing blow delivered with a crowbar and knocks him out. When Morgan regains consciousness, he finds himself transported back in time, to the sixth century. From here on, the story describes the travails of a hard-boiled, true blue American with strong ...
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Some call it "Grandma's Medicine," because of its simplicity. But Hersh does a deep dive with Dr. Tom Ingegno, DACM, LAC, the best-selling author of "The Cupping Book: Unlocking the Secrets of Ancient Healing". Dr. Tom owns and operates Charm City Integrative Health, a multifaceted clinic NYT bestseller and futurist David Houle called the "Future o…
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Utterly Useless is three Brothers-ish, talking random stuff, mainly movie/TV/trivia, attempting to make each other laugh or get a really-really uncomfortable, and answer life's most pointless questions. In this podcast, after the gang shares their most recent life earned "Merit Badges", and play the randomoid "Spin-the-Wheel" game, the hosts Q&A wi…
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In this episode, Mary and Katie discuss the concept of authenticity in the workplace. They explore the idea that authenticity is not about expressing every thought and emotion, but rather about aligning with one's larger values and brokering self-expression in a way that serves those values. They also discuss the potential risks and trade-offs of b…
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Today we begin our discussion on the work of Mark Fisher surrounding his concept of Capitalism Realism. We talk about the origins of Neoliberalism, it's core strategies, some critiques of Neoliberalism, and the hyperfocus on individualism and competition that has come to define a piece of our thinking in the western world. Hope you enjoy it and hav…
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Happy Pride Month! Ali's guest today is Michael, one of the dads behind Two Dads U.K., whose mission is to raise awareness of same-sex parenting and help other same-sex couples and other single gay people realize that becoming a parent shouldn't just be a dream. Michael talks about coming out; building a family with his husband, Wes; the 3-4 years …
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In which people who take drugs to win fights at the gym lose fights on the internet in spectacular fashion. Find Marcos at: www.Twitter.com/AinterShow https://soundcloud.com/aintshitshow https://www.patreon.com/TheHomieCollective Bumper music: Jane's Addiction - Idiots Rule KMFDM - Disobedience Fear Factory - Body Hammer Limp Bizkit - Break Stuff F…
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Do we actually want AI that seems human? Chatbots are being made to act and sound like humans. That makes them easier to talk to, but there could be other consequences. As our relationships with artificial intelligence evolve, do we need to draw a brighter line between what is technology and what is us? Opinions columnists Josh Tyrangiel, Bina Venk…
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Send us a Text Message. On March 11, 2020, after over 118,000 cases of COVID-19 had been reported in 114 countries, the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic. The term Long COVID began popping up across the globe shortly after. People with Long COVID experience any combination of a huge number of symptoms that range from gastrointe…
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Vicki Paris Goodman lost the love of her life, her husband Sam, to cancer in 2019. While navigating her profound grief, she was astonished when the life-changing event unexpectedly opened up a world of possibilities, filling her with gratitude and optimism. Sheer inspiration motivated her to write To Sam, With Love: A Surviving Spouse’s Story of In…
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In this episode, Mary and Katie discuss ageism in the workplace. They share their own backgrounds and experiences before diving into the definition of ageism and its prevalence in the workforce. They explore the challenges faced by older workers, including discrimination, limited job opportunities, and cultural bias. They also discuss the impact of…
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Today Ali talking to her sweet SoulCycle friend Lex Borino, a super successful bridal hair stylist about her recent egg freezing journey. Lex, who is 30 years old, explains why she came to this decision: "Once I turned 30 and realized, 'Ooh, I'm not in a relationship, that's not on the table right now,' I had to look at my options and be like, 'Wha…
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Last week we only scratched the surface of the world of performance enhancing drugs.This week: drugs that will permanently alter your eyesight, cook you alive with your own body heat, and leave pools of corrosive Xenomorph-like sweat in your pursuit of leaving Humanity behind. Find Marcos at: www.Twitter.com/AinterShow https://soundcloud.com/aintsh…
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The house, the yard and the picket fence have long been part of the American Dream. Owning a home is lauded as a way to grow your wealth and pass it down to future generations. But high demand and short supply, coupled with today’s soaring interest rates, have made home ownership out of reach for many Americans. Opinions columnist Catherine Rampell…
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Are you stressed, burned out, and feeling unhealthy? Do you find yourself wishing for more hours in the day and turning to food for comfort, only to end up feeling worse? This episode is for you. Our guest, Lisa Hammett, shares her powerful journey from the depths of corporate burnout to becoming a successful Wellness Coach. Tune in to discover how…
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In this episode, Mary and Katie discuss the topic of overachieving and its impact on individuals and organizations. They share personal experiences and insights into the mindset and behaviors of overachievers. They explore the motivations behind overachieving, such as fear of failure, low self-worth, and the desire for external validation. They als…
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As trust in institutions plummets and many people search for shared values, what is the state of American identity? This bonus "Impromptu" episode features a live discussion between Opinions columnists Shadi Hamid and Jason Willick and the hosts of "Post Reports" Martine Powers and Elahe Izadi about the importance of identity in a changing world. F…
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The late Budi Darma, one of Indonesia’s most beloved writers, spent a formative chapter of his life far from home, studying at Indiana University in the 1970s. He wrote a series of strikingly lonely short stories that would go on to form the collection People from Bloomington, first published in Indonesian in 1980. A man befriends his estranged fat…
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Today's episode features Carly Stockdale, who started Nascency, Everything to know about surrogacy, and whether it’s right for you Carly talks about her egg freezing experience, pregnancy, and why she and her husband decided to use a surrogate for baby number two. She also talks about everything she's doing with Nascency, which provides info on bec…
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Bigger. Stronger. Worse than ever. In the follow-up to DA JOOSE, we return to The Crackhead Clubhouse to explore a new category of mind-altering illicit substances: steroids! Buckle up for a whopping three-part series on performance-enhancing drugs, how they work, and who is using them on the Something Awful forums. With special guest Marcos from T…
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The WNBA season began this week following a college tournament where the women were more popular than the men. Is this shift about more than Caitlin Clark and the fantastic players in basketball right now? Sports columnist Sally Jenkins joins Opinions columnists Theodore Johnson and Amanda Ripley to talk about what athletes have done for the women’…
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Send us a Text Message. A week ago, the Metropolitan Museum of Art held its 2024 Met Gala — a yearly event to raise money for the Costume Institute. The gala also marks the opening of the Costume Institute's annual show, which this year is called "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion." The idea behind this exhibit is to showcase pieces from the m…
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Any car guy/gal has at some point sat down, and in their mind, mapped out what they would do should they get to start their own car company from scratch. The fellas take this episode to do just that, hand craft a new OEM manufacturer out of thin air. Does Chadwick feed everything a girthy V8? Did Frank build an all EV collection of neo-beaters? Lis…
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Utterly Useless is three Brothers-ish, talking random stuff, mainly movie/TV/trivia, attempting to make each other laugh or get a really-really uncomfortable, and answer life's most pointless questions. In this podcast, after the gang shares their most recent life earned "Merit Badges", and play the randomoid "Spin-the-Wheel" game, the hosts break …
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Summary Mary and Katie discuss the process of personal growth and the challenges of outgrowing people and places. They emphasize the importance of self-work and the need to face uncomfortable feelings in order to grow. They also highlight the significance of surrounding oneself with people committed to personal growth and the impact of personal gro…
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Over the course of our miniseries Exploding the Canon, Smarty Pants host Stephanie Bastek has examined Reed College students’ efforts in 2016–2017 to fundamentally transform a mandatory freshman humanities course. Now, in the final episode, Bastek looks at how much has really changed since that time. The protestors were ostensibly successful—the Hu…
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Today's episode features a total badass, UFC fighter Katlyn Cerminara. Katlyn talks about getting into fighting as a young girl; thinking she would be pregnant right away when she took out her IUD (very relatable!); and going to a specialist after trying unsuccessfully to get pregnant after three months. She also talks about being told by her docto…
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When asked about their religious affiliation, nearly 30 percent of Americans identify as “nones,” or “nothing in particular.” And over the past 25 years there’s been a steep decline in people belonging to any type of church, synagogue or mosque. But what is lost as people drift from religion? Is it at all responsible for today’s loneliness crisis? …
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We spend lots of time here on the pod talking about iron from the 80s and 90s. Today, the homies sit down this time to chat all about some excellent rides from the early to mid 2000s. Were all manufacturers at their modern peak in this era?! Come hang out post Y2K with us and see if we talk about your favorite car from this era.…
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Magic is the art of illusion and sleight of hand. Magick (pronounced "muh-gick") is the term for discussing real world sorcery among those whose know The Art. Today's episode falls squarely in the latter, as we explore a short-lived thread dedicated to spellcasting and fortunetelling in the leftist shitposting subforum of C-SPAM. What qualification…
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Constantin Bo Morun is a specialist in Time Creation & Peak Performance, and a Certified NeuroEncoding Specialist. His journey from communist Romania to a fulfilling career in North America's tech industry, including a significant role at Microsoft, shows his never-ending effort to get better, help people, and share what he knows. With a passion fo…
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Utterly Useless is three Brothers-ish, talking random stuff, mainly movie/TV/trivia, attempting to make each other laugh or get a really-really uncomfortable, and answer life's most pointless questions. In this podcast, after the gang shares their most recent life earned "Merit Badges", and play the randomoid "Spin-the-Wheel" game, the hosts break …
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In this episode, Mary and Katie discuss the concept of growth mindset and its implications for individuals in the corporate world. They explore how the definition of growth mindset can vary depending on one's role and context, and how it relates to the changing landscape of employment. They also discuss the challenges faced by employees in adapting…
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Today we talk about a potential way to find meaning for someone prone to postmodern subjectivity. We talk about surplus enjoyment. Zizek's alcohol use, or lack thereof. Resisting surface level consumption. Love. And failure. Sponsors: https://www.BetterHelp.com/PHILTHIS https://www.AuraFrames.com Use code PT at checkout to save $30! Thank you so mu…
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We were saddened to learn of Paul Auster’s passing on April 30, at the age of 77. In his memory, revisit this interview, which originally ran on November 5, 2021, on the late author’s favorite writer: Stephen Crane. Exploding the Canon will return next week. In his decades-long career, the writer Paul Auster has turned his hand to poems, essays, pl…
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Today Ali is talking to Modern Mom Probs founder Tara Clark about her unexplained infertility journey. Tara talks about growing up in Catholic school and the "fear-based" sex education she got; her three devastating miscarriages; being diagnosed with fibroids and having a procedure to remove them, and why she and her husband needed to take a mental…
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Resuming from Part One, Tales of Game's has raised over $120,000 for a sequel to their cult hit freeware b-ball-themed comedy roleplaying game. Now to take a decade-long sip of coffee and see how The Magical Realms of Tír na nÓg: Escape from Necron 7 - Revenge of Cuchulainn: The Official Game of the Movie - Chapter 2 of the Hoopz Barkley SaGa turne…
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Campus protests across the country have renewed Americans' attention on the Israel-Gaza war and are scrambling U.S. politics, particularly on the left. Senior Opinions Editor Amanda Katz speaks with columnists Dana Milbank and Shadi Hamid about how their views have evolved since Oct. 7, whether there’s a double standard on free speech, and what the…
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Send us a Text Message. Every year, tuberculosis claims over a million lives despite being curable. Tuberculosis or TB is an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. About 5–10% of people infected with TB will eventually get symptoms. In the early stages a TB infection might cause chest pain, a cough, night sweats, and loss of appet…
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Cheap ways to go fast in a car is a topic nearly beaten to death. However, many of these lists pay no heed to the risks often associated to these affordable speed machines. The fellas assign a risk rating to some of the best buys in the current cheap speed category. It's all about risk verses reward on this one.…
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Send us a Text Message. Deboki and Sam put out a survey last month asking Tiny Matters listeners for feedback and were overwhelmed by the number of people who asked for more Tiny Matters episodes! At Tiny Matters, we like to give the people what they want, so we're going to begin releasing bonus episodes soon. But to do that, we need your help. If …
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Hersh Rephun chats with British artist, author, and activist Sean Bw Parker. They delve into Sean's personal journey, his justice reform work, and his critique of online culture. They explore love's role in conflict resolution, the dangers of binary thinking, and the importance of nuanced understanding. Conversations on trans rights, compelled spee…
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Utterly Useless is three Brothers-ish, talking random stuff, mainly movie/TV/trivia, attempting to make each other laugh or get a really-really uncomfortable, and answer life's most pointless questions. In this podcast, after the gang shares their most recent life earned "Merit Badges", and play the randomoid "Spin-the-Wheel" game, the hosts break …
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