Best Rob Swanson Podcasts (2024)

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Retta: Are You Better Off (S5E22) 57:13

2h ago57:13

57:13

Retta (Donna Meagle herself!) joins Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine to discuss the early days of Parks and Recreation, her first epically embarrassing experience improvising a talking head with Greg Daniels, and what it was like sharing a double banger trailer with Jim. Plus Jim, Greg, and Retta break down Burt Macklin's search to discover who in the Pa…

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Andrew Burlinson: Swing Vote (S5E21) 1:06:39

7h ago1:06:39

1:06:39

Burly and The Backstabbers take the stage, the future of the Pawnee Palms Putt-Putt hangs in the balance, and Tom tries everything to break up with Mona-Lisa. Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine break it all down in this week’s episode of “Swing Vote.” Plus, actor Andrew Burlinson joins Jim and Greg to discuss his role as Mouse Rat’s guitar player, his earl…

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Aisha Muharrar: Jerry’s Retirement (S5E20) 1:00:03

7d ago1:00:03

1:00:03

Writer Aisha Muharrar (Parks and Rec, Hacks, The Good Place) returns to help Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine break down (what was almost) Jerry’s last day at the Parks Department, Tom’s slow morph into the “New Jerry,” and Ann and Chris’ decision to throw out the notion of artificial insemination to try for a baby the old-fashioned way. Plus, Jim descri…

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Patton Oswalt: Article Two (S5E19) 56:40

25d ago56:40

56:40

Comedian Patton Oswalt joins Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine to break down his epic Star Wars filibuster as Garth Blundin (the Pawneean with a passion for history), his old-timey wager with Leslie at the historical house, and the waffle iron battle royale between Ann and Ben. Got a question for the Pawnee Town Hall? Send us an email at ParksandRecollect…

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Kevin Symons: Animal Control (S5E18) 1:00:44

22d ago1:00:44

1:00:44

Pawnee’s got a pest problem, and it’s up to Leslie to find a new head for the Department of Animal Control. Meanwhile, Ben approaches fragrance mogul Dennis Feinstein about a large charitable donation for the Sweetums Foundation, and Ann helps Ron get over a bad case of strep throat. Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine break it all down in this week’s walkt…

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Dave King: Partridge (S5E17) 1:02:50

29d ago1:02:50

1:02:50

Writer Dave King (Parks and Rec, The Good Place, Workaholics) joins Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine to break down Ben’s disillusioning return home to Partridge, Indiana, Chris and Ann’s overt lack of compatibility, and the events leading up to Ron’s “Self-Jamm.” Plus, Dave discusses the many references to he and Mike Schur’s favorite novel, “Infinite Je…

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Mara Marini: Bailout (S5E16) 59:11

2M ago59:11

59:11

Mona Lisa Saperstein just rolled into town and *spoiler alert*, she’s the woooooorst! Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine break down every cringeworthy moment, along with April and Ann’s forced friendship, Chris’ poor attempt at parenting Tom, and the future of the Pawnee Video Dome in this week’s walkthrough of “Bailout.” Plus, Mara Marini joins Jim and Gr…

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Jamie Denbo: Correspondents’ Lunch (S5E15) 1:00:12

1M ago1:00:12

1:00:12

Leslie is back from her Hawaiian honeymoon, but there’s no time to bask in the glow. Leslie’s speech has been stolen and she’s on the prowl to find the culprit. Meanwhile, Ben embarks on a new career as head of the Sweetums Foundation and Ann works up the nerve to ask Chris to be her sperm donor. Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine break it all down in this…

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Rob Lowe: Town Hall Episode 52:52

2M ago52:52

52:52

Rob Lowe is back to help Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine host one big Town Hall and you’ll never believe where they’ve set the scene. This week we tackle some of our listeners’ most burning questions, like how the characters from “The Outsiders” would fit into the world of Pawnee, what a Chris Traeger ice cream flavor would taste like, and who would rei…

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From Dublin Beaches to Global Classrooms: The Story Behind Picker Pals by Patrick Jackson 51:56

2M ago51:56

51:56

Episode Summary: In this episode of CarbonSessions, we chat with Patrick Jackson, the creative mind behind “Picker Pals,” an innovative environmental program for children. Patrick shares his journey from creating educational materials to becoming an environmental advocate. Patrick discusses the Picker Pals initiative, which engages children in litt…

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Rashida Jones: Leslie and Ben (S5E14) 56:13

2M ago56:13

56:13

Rashida Jones (Ann Perkins herself!) joins Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine to discuss the early days of Parks and Recreation, how being a close friend of Mike Schur did not do her any favors in the casting process, and all the ways Ann Perkins and Leslie Knope’s unbreakable bond parallels her and Amy Poehler’s real life friendship. Plus Rashida, Jim and…

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Ted Danson & Woody Harrelson Are Reunited! 2:13

2M ago2:13

2:13

Ted and Woody are back together to bring you a brand new podcast from Team Coco! It’s called “Where Everybody Knows Your Name with Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson (Sometimes)" and it’s out right now! They’re talking to guests like Conan O’Brien, Will Arnett, Jane Fonda, Billy Eichner, Kristen Bell, and so many more. Head over to “Where Everybody Kno…

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Joe Mande: Emergency Response (S5E13) 55:47

2M ago55:47

55:47

Comedian and writer Joe Mande (Parks and Rec, The Good Place, Delocated) joins Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine to break down Pawnee’s response to a hypothetical avian flu outbreak, Andy’s attempt to pass the police entrance exam, and Ron’s surprisingly good appearance on Pawnee Today. Plus, Joe discusses the ins and outs of writing his first episode of …

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A Conversation with Leah Rampy and Reconnecting Earth and Soul amid Climate Chaos 1:04:35

3M ago1:04:35

1:04:35

Episode Summary: today we are joined by Leah Rampy to discuss her book Earth and Soul: Reconnecting Amid Climate Chaos, a project rooted in her lifelong connection to the living world. Leah shares how her book draws from her extensive experience in understanding climate change, biodiversity loss, and leading retreats and pilgrimages that invite dee…

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[FOCUS] Why Plastic Recycling Is Misleading (from previous episode The Octopus’ Gardens) 5:58

3M ago5:58

5:58

Episode Summary: This episode is focused on a discussion about the problem of plastic recycling. It is selected from episode 13 (The Octopus’ Gardens) Like many of us, Tonya, Kristy, and Katherine thought that cleaning plastic containers and putting them in the recycling bin would help mitigate the negative impact created by the use of plastic. It’…

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Matt Besser: Ann’s Decision (S5E12) 53:03

2M ago53:03

53:03

Ann’s on a quest for a sperm donor amid Pawnee’s shallow pool of candidates, April sets fire to Leslie’s impressive collection of pantsuits, and Ben, Ron, and Chris are stricken with an epic case of food poisoning. Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine break it all down in this week’s walkthrough of “Ann’s Decision.” Plus, improv genius Matt Besser joins Jim …

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Harnessing Collective Intelligence with The Climate Fresk to Unpack Climate Change and Create Millions of Changemakers by Cedric Ringenbach 49:29

2M ago49:29

49:29

Episode Summary: In this episode of CarbonSessions, we dive deep into a conversation with Cedric Ringenbach, founder of Climate Fresk, a workshop tool designed to educate people about the science of climate change. The discussion explores how this interactive workshop helps participants understand the causes and consequences of climate change and e…

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[FOCUS] Biomimicry and Observing Nature to Find Solutions to Solve Environmental Problems 11:15

3M ago11:15

11:15

Episode Summary: Over billions of years, nature has amassed an extensive amount of knowledge. In this conversation on biomimicry, the hosts share some fascinating findings. They explore tactics developed by other living organisms, including plants, animals, and fungi, which have enabled these organisms to evolve, adapt, and thrive on our planet. In…

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Alison Becker: Women in Garbage (S5E11) 55:47

3M ago55:47

55:47

“TWEEP!” Alison Becker (Shauna Malwae-Tweep herself) joins Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine to break down Shauna’s “situationship” with Chris Traeger, Leslie and April’s day fighting misogyny within the sanitation department, and Ron’s failed attempt as a babysitter. Plus, Alison recounts finding out she was cast on the “Unnamed Amy Poehler Project” and …

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Nina Davies Discusses The Green Runners 1:01:26

3M ago1:01:26

1:01:26

Episode Summary: in this episode of CarbonSessions, we dive deep into a conversation with Nina Davies, joining us from Bath (UK) and co-founder of The Green Runners, a running community making changes for a fitter planet. Launched on Earth Day in 2022, "The Green Runners" is a running community dedicated to promoting environmental sustainability an…

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[FOCUS] Vegetarian Diet To Help Our Carbon Problem (go cold turkey?) 5:21

3M ago5:21

5:21

Episode Summary: This is a segment from a previous episode in which Leekei and Jenn discussed how a vegetarian diet can help reduce carbon emission After explaining how carbon emission is linked to meat consumption, Jenn and Leekei went on to discuss the environmental benefits of a vegetarian or flexitarian diet and how to implement gradually small…

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Two Parties (S5E10) 45:47

3M ago45:47

45:47

“It’s time for the Gettysburg UNDRESS!” Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine break down the highs and lows of Ben and Leslie’s bachelor and bachelorette parties in this week’s walkthrough of “Two Parties.” They cover it all, from Leslie digging in the dirt with gummy penises, to Andy catching a pass from Colts quarterback Andrew Luck, to Newt Gingrich’s unpl…

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Celebrating our 200th Episode of Diverse Climate Conversations with A CarbonSessions Buffet 1:20:01

3M ago1:20:01

1:20:01

Episode Summary: Join us for a special 200th episode celebration of CarbonSessions! We've curated a buffet of standout segments from our extensive library, featuring intimate conversations with world-leading experts, best-selling authors, and everyday people just like you and me. Explore these highlights and dive into the full episodes for more ins…

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[FOCUS] Uncovering the Environmental Impact of Leaf Blowers 3:32

3M ago3:32

3:32

Episode Summary: This episode is an excerpt from a previous episode about How leaf blowers are a problem for the environment. Having contributed to many areas of the Carbon Almanac, Jenn and Imma came together to discuss a number of different environmental issues. In this episode, the problem with one piece of garden machinery is discussed; the lea…

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Ron and Diane (S5E9) 46:44

3M ago46:44

46:44

“Diane Lewis? More like Diane Sawyer!” In this week’s episode, Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine break down Leslie and Diane’s first meeting, Jerry Gergich’s surprisingly lovely home life with Gail (played by supermodel Christie Brinkley), and the sexual hurricane that is Tammy II. Plus, Jim and Greg give their top pick of who they think would be the last…

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Clean Something For Nothing To Make An Impact 41:39

3M ago41:39

41:39

Episode Summary: in this episode of CarbonSessions, we dive deep into a conversation with César, co-founder of Clean Something For Nothing (CSFN). With their innovative app, CSFN empowers individuals to clean nature, one bag of trash at a time. Their platform brings together a community of people, municipalities, and companies, fostering collaborat…

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Build A Self Sustaining Real Estate Investing Business | What If You Couldn't Work For Two Years? 51:02

4M ago51:02

51:02

What if you couldn't work for two years? What would happen to your business. Rob and Mike talk about why any real estate CEO needs to think why and how they could build a self sustaining real estate investing business. Rob tells his story about being unable to work in his business for nearly 4 years and how he managed to stay afloat during that tim…

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[FOCUS] Bicycling And Kids Climate Action 5:24

4M ago5:24

5:24

Episode Summary: This segment on bicycling is from a previous episode ‘Bicycling and Kids Climate Action’ Leekei and Rick talked about the freedom that cycling gives children, as well as cognitive development and how biking can help kids take climate action. They discussed opportunities there are for children as young as 18 months start to use a bi…

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Pawnee Commons (S5E8) 45:50

4M ago45:50

45:50

Special Agent Burt Macklin (aka Andy Dwyer) hangs up his shades, Tom gets Rent-A-Swag up and running, and Leslie and Ben cross the border into Pawnee’s smug sister city Eagleton to collaborate on a park design for Lot 48. Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine are breaking it all down in this week’s rewatch of “Pawnee Commons.” Plus, Jim and Greg think up vani…

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Generation Carbon Italy, Reaching 1000 Primary Schools And Teaching 25000 Children by Barbara Orsi 48:04

3M ago48:04

48:04

Episode Summary: Join hosts Leekei, Rob, and Kristina as they talk with Barbara Orsi about her progress with the Generation Carbon Italy association, the achievements so far, and more particularly about the activities on Earth Day in Turin. Topics explored in this episode: Generation Carbon has reached 1000 classes and 25,000 children in primary sc…

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[FOCUS] Energy Transition and A Rare Earth Mine’s Journey To Net Zero 14:41

4M ago14:41

14:41

Episode Summary: this episode is a segment from a conversation with Stewart Watkins and Max Van Someren on sustainability and a rare earth minerals mining project in Western Australia Rare earth minerals play a crucial role in the energy transition, as they are used in various applications like electric vehicles and wind turbines. However, the mini…

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John Balma: Leslie vs. April (S5E7) 48:37

4M ago48:37

48:37

“Calc-you-later!” Ben receives a slew of job offers, Andy launches a full-scale investigation into his missing computer, and Leslie and April go toe to toe over a dog park project proposed for Lot 48; Jim O’Heir and Greg Levine get into all of it in this week’s episode walkthrough of “Leslie vs. April.” Plus, John Balma stops by to talk about playi…

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