Best My Haute Society Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 61: People Try to Put Us Down (Talkin’ About EVERY Generation) 1:20:33

4d ago1:20:33

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The Two Humans never mind the gap as they leap headfirst into generational conflicts. Episode 61: People Try to Put Us Down (Talkin’ About EVERY Generation) An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be human. http://www.intro2anthro.podbean.com https://www.facebook.co…

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Episode 60: Episode 60: Hardtack, Spotted Dog, and Suet Pudding: Haute Cuisine on the High Seas 1:27:15

11d ago1:27:15

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Ahoy there! The Two Humans take to the seas and celebrate their 60th episode with an authentic British naval dinner from 1805. Episode 60: Episode 60: Hardtack, Spotted Dog, and Suet Pudding: Haute Cuisine on the High Seas An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be …

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Episode 59: Encyclopedic Time Traveler, 1933 1:30:50

1M ago1:30:50

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The Two Humans pay homage to H. G. Wells and Mr. Peabody and Sherman as they travel back in time to the year 1933. Episode 59: Encyclopedic Time Traveler, 1933 An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be human. http://www.intro2anthro.podbean.com https://www.facebook…

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Its August - Let's Head South 25:27

1M ago25:27

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There is a ton of skiing right now in August. But – where to Ski? I’m not excited about skiing in lanes on aglacier in between racers and I certainly wasn’t going to try one of the indoorhockey rinks designed for slalom skiers. We take a look where its actually winter . In Australia there is Threadboand Perisher; New Zealand has Coronet Peak and Mt…

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Episode 58: One Man’s Trip Is Another Man’s Fall, Tourism, Over-Tourism and Anti-Tourism 1:20:18

2M ago1:20:18

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The Two Humans stamp their passports and say “bon voyage” as they set off to find the current state of tourism. Episode 58 – One Man’s Trip Is Another Man’s Fall: Tourism, Over-Tourism and Anti-Tourism An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be human. http://www.int…

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Episode 57: Home Sweet Home, A Place to Lay My Weary Bones 1:20:50

2M ago1:20:50

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The Two Humans close their eyes, click their heels, and say, “There’s no place like home” as they look at the history of housing. Episode 57: Home Sweet Home, A Place to Lay My Weary Bones An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be human. http://www.intro2anthro.pod…

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Sneaking and Peeking 25:03

2M ago25:03

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Join us for a special sneak peek into the return of CTT Podcast! What started as a simple production meeting quickly transformed into an impromptu episode filled with laughter, surprises, and a few hints about what’s to come.Tune in to catch a glimpse of what awaits in the next season of CTT Podcast. Don’t miss out—subscribe now and be the first to…

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Episode 56: Remembrance of Things Past (Redux 2024) OR The Nauseating Neurasthenia of Nostalgia. 1:21:13

2M ago1:21:13

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The Two Humans wax on, wax off, and wax nostalgic as they look back at humans’ longing for bygone days. Episode 56: Remembrance of Things Past (Redux 2024) OR The Nauseating Neurasthenia of Nostalgia. An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be human. http://www.intr…

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Healing in Community with Sarah Ahmed

2M ago

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Our final episode of our Changemakers season is with Sarah Ahmed — a psychotherapist and CEO of Leena, a national mental health practice that addresses the unique needs of communities of color across Canada. She can be found sharing her expertise online @thepoctherapist through her popular accounts on Tiktok and Instagram. Today, we’ll be talking t…

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Episode 55: Trust Me, You’ll Feel Better, Medicine from Quackery to Science to Quackery Again 1:21:27

3M ago1:21:27

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What kind of doctor treats you if you step on a duck? The Two Humans cure what ails you as they look at the history of medical quackery. Please open your wallet and say “ah”! Episode 55: Trust Me, You’ll Feel Better, Medicine from Quackery to Science to Quackery Again An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number …

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Brown People Camping with Ambreen Tariq

3M ago

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This season we’re featuring Muslim Changemakers—people whose work has had an extraordinary impact in our community and beyond. And I’m so excited to share our conversation with outdoors enthusiast Ambreen Tariq. Her mission is to encourage Muslims and people of color to experience the natural world. She’s the creator of the wildly popular instagram…

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Episode 54: Rude, Crude, Lewd and Unglued,: Bad Behavior in Public Places. 1:16:50

3M ago1:16:50

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Please take your seats, silence your phones, and get ready to get shushed as The Two Humans take on bad behavior in cinemas, theaters and planes. SHHHHHH!! Episode 54: Rude, Crude, Lewd and Unglued, Bad Behavior in Public Places. An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means…

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Episode 53: This Toot Shall Pass, The Fabulous History of Farting 1:21:01

3M ago1:21:01

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The Two Humans climb into their gas-powered time machine to find out why farts are so damn funny. Fire retro rockets NOW!! Episode 53: This Toot Shall Pass, The Fabulous History of Farting An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be human. http://www.intro2anthro.pod…

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Getting to the Big Screen with Kashif Shaikh

3M ago

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This season on Me & My Muslim Friends, we’re featuring conversations with Changemakers. And on this episode, we’re sitting down with Kashif Shaikh, philanthropist and co-founder of the Pillars Fund. We’ll talk about the characterizations of Muslims in TV + film after 9/11 and how Pillars is backing Muslim filmmakers and writers in an effort to chan…

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Episode 52: Spanking Off the Years, A Celebratory Look at Birthday Traditions 1:27:56

3M ago1:27:56

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It’s their party and they’ll cry if they want to! The Two Humans celebrate their one-year birthday with a buffet of birthday foods and traditions from around the world. Episode 52: Spanking Off the Years, A Celebratory Look at Birthday Traditions An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-ass…

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Episode 51: Many the Moochers, The Co-Dependent Relationship between Parasites and Humans 1:23:06

4M ago1:23:06

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The Two Humans host a plethora of lice, fleas, and worms as they scratch, pick, and dig into the history of parasites and humans. Episode 51: Many the Moochers, The Co-Dependent Relationship between Parasites and Humans An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be hum…

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Finding Your Roots Through Music with Ronnie Malley

4M ago

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On this episode of Me & My Muslim Friends, we chat with Ronnie Malley, a Chicago-based musician and playwright whose work often focuses on the untold stories of Muslims. We’ll find out how he became a master of a traditional instrument called the oud, how Muslim slaves influenced the blues, and how his Palestinian heritage shapes nearly every part …

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Episode 50: Borderlines, Seems Like We’ve Already Lost Our Minds 1:15:06

4M ago1:15:06

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The Two Humans push their love over the borderline to find out what’s going on with borders. Episode 50: “Borderlines, Seems Like We’ve Already Lost Our Minds” An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be human. http://www.intro2anthro.podbean.com https://www.facebook…

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Episode 49: WTF with ESP? Is it QED or BFD? 1:19:01

4M ago1:19:01

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I see you listening to a podcast… I sense you are going to like this one…The Two Humans clear their minds and project their thoughts about extrasensory perception. Episode 49: “WTF with ESP? Is it QED or BFD?” An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be human. http:/…

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Episode 48: Otzi, Brad, Juanita and Pete, Hollywood A-Listers and the Celebrity Mummies of Archaeology 1:24:15

4M ago1:24:15

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Scandals, mysteries and murder! And guess who was seen at Cannes on the arm of one of Hollywood’s top actors? The Two Humans dish gossip on celebrity mummy Otzi the Iceman. Episode 48: Otzi, Brad, Juanita and Pete, Hollywood A-Listers and the Celebrity Mummies of Archaeology An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human …

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Making Hijabs Haute with Melanie Elturk

4M ago

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This season we’re featuring Muslim Changemakers—people whose work has had an extraordinary impact in our community and beyond—and I’m so excited to share our conversation with Melanie Elturk. Melanie is the CEO of Haute Hijab, which she founded in 2010. We’ll talk about the inspiration behind her work, the joys and challenges of building a major bu…

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Episode 47: Squeaky Clean, A Holistic History of Human Hygiene 1:20:14

5M ago1:20:14

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Rubber ducky? Check. Shower cap? Check. The Two Humans head to the bathroom to investigate the history of personal hygiene. Episode 47--Squeaky Clean: A Holistic History of Human Hygiene An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be human. http://www.intro2anthro.podbe…

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The Birds & The Bees with Sameera Qureshi

5M ago

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Today’s guest is someone I’ve been SO eager to have on the podcast. Her name is Sameera Qureshi, and she is a therapist and founder of Sexual Health for Muslims. Her approach to sex education, therapy, and health is grounded in the Islamic framework and the Islamic understanding of the soul. Unfortunately, most Muslims don’t have access to a compre…

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Episode 46: Why We Do Art OR What’s with All the Scribbles, Doodles, and Ditties? 1:12:47

5M ago1:12:47

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The Two Humans adjust their berets and trim their goatees before heading off to the coffee house to ask: Why Art? Finger snapping is encouraged. Episode 46: Why We Do Art OR What’s with All the Scribbles, Doodles, and Ditties? An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to…

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Episode 45: Sawing Logs and Hitting Hay, The Exhausting Labor of Sleep 1:18:47

5M ago1:18:47

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Get ready to catch some Z’s as The Two Humans grab their blankies and pillows and head to the bedroom to see what’s so exhausting about sleep. Episode 45: Sawing Logs and Hitting Hay, The Exhausting Labor of Sleep An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be human. ht…

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Season 4 Trailer

5M ago

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Join host Yasmin Bendaas and her friends as they chat with Muslim changemakers on the joys and challenges of making a difference in the Muslim community and beyond. From philanthropists to CEOs, our Season 4 guests have built their visions for change from the ground up. Listen to new episodes of Me & My Muslim Friends starting on May 1, 2024. Wheth…

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Episode 44: How Sweet It Is (and Salty)! The Taste of Being Human 1:19:06

5M ago1:19:06

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Calling all sugar babies and salty dogs! Grab your sodas and chips and listen while The Two Humans binge on the history of salt and sugar. My tummy doesn’t feel so good… Episode 44: How Sweet It Is (and Salty)! The Taste of Being Human An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it…

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Episode 43: Bewitched, Bothered and Burnt, The Honest Truth about Witch Hunts 1:10:58

5M ago1:10:58

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Double, double, toil and trouble! The Two Humans grab their wands and broomsticks and fly off to discover the truth about witches and witch hunts. Episode 43: Bewitched, Bothered and Burnt: The Honest Truth about Witch Hunts An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to b…

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Episode 42: Forensic Anthropology in Action OR If Professor Plum Dies, How Long before He Becomes a Professor Prune? 1:25:18

6M ago1:25:18

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The Two Humans follow in the footsteps of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson as they investigate the history of forensic anthropology. Episode 42: Forensic Anthropology in Action OR If Professor Plum Dies, How Long before He Becomes a Professor Prune? An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-as…

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Episode 41: Man—It’s What’s for Dinner 1:17:48

6M ago1:17:48

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Hey, Grandpa, what’s for supper?! The Two Humans try to keep it “tasteful” as they discuss the history of cannibalism. We’ll provide the fava beans, you bring the chianti. Episode 41: Man—It’s What’s for Dinner An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be human. http:…

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Alta with Scott Urtel - steep chutes, deep powder and amazing 44:01

6M ago44:01

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Tucked into the end of a box canyon in Little Cottonwood Canyon in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah; Alta is known for steep chutes and deep powder - an old-style ski town focused on the skiing and the people who ski there. Scott Urtel has guided for Wasatch Powderbirds, and for Ski with Kim for a decade. He is currently the lead training officer for …

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Episode 40: Pour Some Garum on Me 1:19:04

6M ago1:19:04

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To celebrate their 40th episode, The Two Humans have an authentic Roman orgy…of food! Togas NOT required (in fact, they’re downright discouraged). Episode 40: Pour Some Garum on Me An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be human. http://www.intro2anthro.podbean.com…

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Skiing and Science - a bonus episode on Weather Planning our conversation with Joel Gratz 45:51

6M ago45:51

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In this bonus episode we hit on one of my favorite subjects – mountain weather. Nothing worse than planning a trip, getting somewhere, and getting weathered out – either rain, too little snow or even too much snow can affect your day. Weather has a lot to do with my own decision-making process of where to ski. Our guest is Joel Gratz, Founder and C…

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Episode 39: And It Stoned Me Just Like Jelly Roll, The Mind-Blowing Genius of Prehistoric Stone Tools 1:20:41

6M ago1:20:41

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The Two Humans get totally stoned as they travel back in time to see what made prehistoric toolmakers so brilliant. Safety glasses and leather gloves required! Episode 39: And It Stoned Me Just Like Jelly Roll, The Mind-Blowing Genius of Prehistoric Stone Tools An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, Jo…

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Life in an Arlberg town - a conversation with Anna Schranz 24:09

6M ago24:09

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This bonus episode is a new twist on Where to Ski where we explore the culture, history, and future of mountain towns. Today’s focus is on what makes skiing in Europe different from skiing in other parts of the world. Today we talk to the youngest generation of one of the oldest families in St Anton, Austria, our guest today is Anna Schranz. Anna’s…

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The Holy Quran and the Kinder Egg Analogy (ft. Imranali Khaki and Tahira Mahdiyya) - Ep155 1:12:25

7M ago1:12:25

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On this episode, Salim is joined by Imranali Khaki and Tahira Mahdiyya. This duo has been helping families build a better relationship with the Quran. They discuss different ways of engaging children with both individual Surahs and the Quran as a whole by drawing on short stories and verses with practical lessons to learn from. The couple shares pr…

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Episode 38: “Can’t You Make Him a Pair of Marble Underwear?” Is It Art or Is It Pornography? 1:33:39

7M ago1:33:39

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Is it possible for a 2000-year-old statue to be “hot”? The Two Humans put on their trench coats and head to the art museum to find out the real reason we’re not allowed to fondle—I mean, touch—the artwork. Episode 38: “Can’t You Make Him a Pair of Marble Underwear?” Is It Art or Is It Pornography? An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, …

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Episode 37: What’s That on Your Face?! News and Notes about Noses 1:06:26

7M ago1:06:26

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The Two Humans dig deep as they probe everything nasal, from picking your nose to nose jobs. You better have a tissue handy (and it’s not for tears)! Episode 37: What’s That on Your Face?! News and Notes about Noses An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be human. …

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Chamonix - the Mountains at the Heart of the Haute-Savoie with Jean-Michel Poupart 43:47

7M ago43:47

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The Mont Blanc Valley is so amazing we decided to do our first video podcast - we hope you enjoy it.Chamonix is in the French Alps just north of Mont Blanc, and about an hours drive south of Geneva. Between the peaks of the Aiguilles Rouges and the Aiguille du Midi, it borders Switzerland and Italy and sits at the foot of Mont Blanc. It is one of t…

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Episode 36: Alpha Schmalpha! You’re Not My Real Daddy! 1:10:03

7M ago1:10:03

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Who’s the peck-er and who’s the peck-ee? Get ready for biting and scratching as The Two Humans take on pecking orders and alpha males. Episode 36: Alpha Schmalpha! You’re Not My Real Daddy! An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be human. http://www.intro2anthro.po…

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Episode 35: Pinkies Up, Elbows Down 1:20:08

7M ago1:20:08

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The Two Humans push in their chairs and sit up straight as they discuss the importance of dining etiquette. Unfortunately, they still speak with their mouths full. Episode 35: Pinkies Up, Elbows Down An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be human. http://www.intro…

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Episode 34: Who’s Biting Who? Humans’ Lust for Vampires 1:14:25

8M ago1:14:25

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Grab the garlic and sharpen the stakes! In this episode, The Two Humans are going vampire hunting! Episode 34: Who’s Biting Who? Humans’ Lust for Vampires An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be human. www.intro2anthro.podbean.com https://www.facebook.com/profile…

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Taos - New Mexico skiing with Alain Veth 30:50

8M ago30:50

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Taos Ski Valley attracts skiers from everywhere to its terrain, its powder, its unique vibe, and its just plain fun. Privately owned – it has kept its unique identity, has expanded services and I believe the most environmentally committed ski area in the world as the first ski resort in the world to become a certified B-Corporation and it has a 203…

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Episode 33: Wild Child in the City, the Perils of Being Feral 1:14:58

8M ago1:14:58

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The Two Humans do their best Tarzans as they look at the myth and mystery of feral children. Loincloths optional. Episode 33: Wild Child in the City: The Perils of Being Feral An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be human. www.intro2anthro.podbean.com https://www…

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Episode 32: Holding Hands and Pitchin’ Woo 1:13:06

8M ago1:13:06

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Grab your chaperone and pour the lemonade! In this episode, The Two Suitors come a-callin’ and take a look at dating and courtship throughout history. Aw shucks, ain’t they sweet! Episode 32: Holding Hands and Pitchin’ Woo An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be …

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Telluride - "To Hell You Ride" (not anymore) with Bob Gleason 39:02

8M ago39:02

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Down in southwest Colorado at the end of a box canyon in the San Juan mountains sits Telluride. Rumor has it that the name “Telluride” actually derived from the phrase “To Hell You Ride”, which described the treacherous journey to get to this remote mountain town. Skiing started there in 1972 with a few runs emptying into town, the skiing has expan…

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Episode 31: Footbags, Mules, and Wellies, the Two Humans Salute the Shoe 1:10:07

8M ago1:10:07

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Calling all toe-knobs, sneakers and clogs! In this episode, The Two Humans finally give shoes their due as they celebrate the cultural significance of footwear. Episode 31: Footbags, Mules and Wellies: The Two Humans Salute the Shoe An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it me…

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What Going Viral Did To My Soul (ft. Mohammad Taher AKA The Airport Guy) - Ep154 1:25:06

8M ago1:25:06

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Salim speaks to Mohammad Taher AKA The Airport Guy about his journey through engineering and how he quickly became one of the most recognisable faces in the aviation industry. They discuss his childhood, overcoming cultural barriers to chase his dream and the skills he needed to help him progress in his career. Alongside his journey through the wor…

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Episode 30: Free Willy or Free Won’ty, Free Will, Will Power and the Real Reason Why Little Willy Won’t Go Home 1:17:27

8M ago1:17:27

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Do you have free will or is everything you do pre-determined? You’ll find out if you tune in to this episode OR you’ll find out if you don’t tune in to this episode. Episode 30: Free Willy or Free Won’ty: Free Will, Will Power, and the Real Reason Why Little Willy Won’t Go Home An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John McCray, and Hum…

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Episode 29: The In Crowd, the Relationship Between Taste, Popularity, and Status 1:12:25

9M ago1:12:25

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You’ve heard about the sweet smell of success? Well, get ready to taste it, as well! The Two Humans discuss how “good” taste and “bad” taste determine our place in the social hierarchy. This episode is yummy good! Episode 29: The In Crowd: The Relationship between Taste, Popularity, and Status An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans Human Number One, John…

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