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Let us introduce you to the wonderful world of Nerds, a podcast for all your geek or nerd needs. On Nerds we talk about video games, movies, television, music, comics, film, drones or anything we want to nerd out about. You may hear news about an upcoming game or a movie review about a recent block-buster film. We are by no means experts in any arena but we love what we love and hopefully you love that same thing. Tune in, listen, subscribe and chime in with comments, emails and questions as ...
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Regular guy Tim Anderson (Not the shortstop for the White Sox) goes on weekly dives into the world of sports, culture and life. During the football season, you will hear weekly wrap ups featuring Tim and his regular guests Ryan and Zach. Several other characters will make appearances as the year goes along. Tim will branch off to talk golf and pro wrestling away from regular sports as well. He will also bring in resident film experts like Lauren to break down the classics in cinema. Tim Ande ...
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Have you ever watched a movie and had an unpopular opinion that you were afraid to voice? Well, you've come to the right place. We're here to give you all the unsolicited critiques that you never wanted or even asked for. In this season, the end is nigh, the apocalypse is now and the dead are rising. The only thing left to do is set out to save the world. Welcome to The Unsolicited Film Critics, Season 5: The Disaster. Find us on Instagram & Threads @theunsolicitedfilmcritics
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Movie Mike’s Movie Podcast is hosted by Mike D who is the head writer on The Bobby Bones Show and The BobbyCast where he has been dubbed as the ‘resident movie expert’. The podcast offers a weekly deep dive in a cinema topic often formatted in a ranking list format. Each episode, Mike gives a spoiler free review of a new movie in theaters or streaming at home. Plus, Mike offers listeners a look at what’s coming to a screen near you soon inside of Movie Mike’s Trailer Park where he breaks dow ...
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A podcast where two best friends enjoy popular nerdy franchises for the first time! Join us as we make our way through films and tv shows with first-timer Kelli and her wacky predictions about what might happen, and our resident expert Leah to guide us through the journey. Tweet us @AllGeekPodcast and vote for the franchise we should explore next!
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Sharp talk from some sharp dudes as Aloha Mr. Hand and The Reverend KFidds talk sports, music, film and more! With a focus on (but not limited to) Chicago sports, this is a must-listen for Windy City lovers or pop culture hounds. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetaintedglove/support
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How Black women defined the music of the 1990s, form TLC to Destiny's Child
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11:08For Black History Month, we're going through the decades and discussing artists who shaped popular music.By WBUR & NPR
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Trade and immigration at issue as Modi plans meeting with Trump
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6:06India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to meet with President Trump at the White House later this week.By WBUR & NPR
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Why large cars are a public health hazard, according to one expert
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9:42Four in five cars sold in the United States last year were either SUVs or pickup trucks. That's a far cry from even the 1990s when that number was closer to 25% of all sales.By WBUR & NPR
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Maggots associate the texture of food with taste.By WBUR & NPR
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Eastern Kentucky residents debate rewilding former mine or turning it into a prison
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5:19Activists want to keep the land from becoming another industrial hazard to the area.By WBUR & NPR
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Faith leaders sue Trump administration for allowing immigration arrests in places of worship
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5:40A few days after President Trump took office, he authorized immigration agents to make arrests and target people in schools, hospitals and churches.By WBUR & NPR
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Oscar-nominated short film 'A Lien' tells a wrenching immigration story
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5:43"A Lien" is up for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.By WBUR & NPR
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What Trump's plans to 'take over' Gaza mean for Palestinians and the entire Middle East
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5:35His plans don't include Palestinians, who he says would not have the right to return to Gaza and would be instead relocated to other Arab nations, including Jordan and Egypt.By WBUR & NPR
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Giant schnauzer Monty wins Westminster Dog Show — a first for his breed
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3:38He also won Best in Breed for giant schnauzers and Best in Group for the working group.By WBUR & NPR
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Why millennials are experiencing 'phantom wealth'
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6:44The Millennial age group's net worth has quadrupled in just the past five years. This means the generation is financially better off in the U.S. than any previous groups when they were the same age. However, many report not feeling all that financially secure or wealthy.By WBUR & NPR
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Is it possible — or a good idea — to run the government like a business?
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5:48The idea that running the federal government like a business would improve how it functions and make it more efficient has been around for many decades.By WBUR & NPR
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How big cuts at the Department of Education could affect students and their communities
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5:21The U.S. Department of Education is the latest federal agency to wind up on President Trump’s chopping block.By WBUR & NPR
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A voice speech pathologist explains why Ariana Grande's speaking voice keeps changing
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2:36People have been baffled by the way Ariana Grande changes her speaking voice in interviews.By WBUR & NPR
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In this episode, we dive into a concise breakdown of the Super Bowl and the standout performances that defined it. Host Tim explores the Philadelphia Eagles' impressive victory and how Nick Sirianni's strategic brilliance stole the show. We delve into player performances, highlighting Jalen Hurts' rise and acknowledging Saquon Barkley's monumental …
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Trump administration plans to slash NIH funding stalled
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5:27A judge has put funding cuts on hold for now after 22 states filed a lawsuit Monday.By WBUR & NPR
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World's longest happiness study shows strong relationships are key to a fulfilling, healthy life
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10:39The longest scientific study of happiness began in 1938 and is still ongoing. It now tracks multiple generations, researching what makes a good life and what brings happiness and good health.By WBUR & NPR
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Fear and concern pervade federal foreign service workforce
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5:51Some foreign service workers abroad have been ordered to report home as the Trump administration reduces the scope of the federal government.By WBUR & NPR
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What happens when the executive and judicial branches collide?
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5:45Dozens of lawsuits have been filed against President Trump's executive actions on immigration, foreign aid, spending and rights for transgender people.By WBUR & NPR
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In 'Beartooth,' author Callan Wink mines Yellowstone knowledge
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9:29The book centers around two brothers eking out a living near Yellowstone who take an illegal but potentially lucrative expedition into the park with unexpected consequences.By WBUR & NPR
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Odds of asteroid striking Earth increase. What could that mean?
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3:34Scientists now say an asteroid discovered in late December has a 2.3% chance striking Earth in 2032.By WBUR & NPR
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Trump meets with Jordan's King Abdullah after threatening to cut aid over plan for Palestinians
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5:51Trump made comments threatening to cut aid to Jordan and Egypt unless the leaders agree to his plan to rehouse Palestinians in Gaza in their countries.By WBUR & NPR
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What steel and aluminum tariffs mean for you
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3:38President Trump signed an order for 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports Monday night. Many of the U.S.'s closest trade partners are criticizing the move and threatening retaliation.By WBUR & NPR
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A Jesuit priest's interpretation of the Pope's harsh criticism of mass deportation effort
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3:42The Pope's new letter to U.S. bishops harshly criticizes President Trump's mass deportation policy.By WBUR & NPR
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'Litigate,' 'legislate,' 'mobilize': House Minority Whip Katherine Clark on Democrats' plan to fight Trump
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5:46Democrats have been scrambling to come together in opposition to President Donald Trump and Republican leadership in CongressBy WBUR & NPR
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President Trump has signed a flurry of executive actions since taking office last month that have left many Americans uncertain and afraid.By WBUR & NPR
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'Civilization 7' designers on the massive game franchise's revised approach to history
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9:35One of the world's biggest and oldest video games tackles no less thorny a subject than all of recorded history.By WBUR & NPR
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