Best Schadenfreude Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 856 - Transfer Mailbag (and Boxing Day Schadenfreude) 1:13:30

16h ago1:13:30

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On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Paul for a Boxing Day mailbag bonanza. The questions cover a wide range of topics with the January transfer window top of mind for many. There are questions about Boxing Day results, how to cope without Saka, forward signings, summer versus January windows, and more. Plus some questi…

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The Trouble With Parents with Stephanie Winn 1:10:55

3h ago1:10:55

1:10:55

Rapid Onset Gender Dysphoria (ROGD) is a family disease, affecting not only “trans kids” but parents and siblings too. Therapist, coach, consultant, and educator Stephanie Winn returns to Heterodorx to illuminate some of the hazards parents and other family members navigate: victimhood as identity, drama triangles, destabilization, enabling seconda…

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tripping balls.410 The tradition continues: Bring Out Your Dead 2024 27:54

9h ago27:54

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This week: our annual Last Chance Qualifier for AOTY 2024, featuring Mashd N Kutcher, High Fade, Kim Deal, the Spyrals, White Denim and Lyrics Born. Also: Endorphin rushes, Clarke & Dawe 2024, the early 90s funk revival, bonus stages of grief, profiting off Gen X nostalgia, Red Hot Chatsy Peppers, no more from you, leaving with a vibe, hoping for a…

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Episode 855 - Arsenal Thrash Palace But Win Comes at a Heavy Cost 1:32:36

1h ago1:32:36

1:32:36

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Clive and Tim to discuss Arsenal’s demolition of Crystal Palace. The pod starts with a reaction to the Bukayo Saka injury, what it means for the January transfer window, and what options exist within the squad. Then the attention turns to the game, starting with the lineup and a back…

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Back to the Borderline: ep 203, December 22, 2024 1:29:18

1h ago1:29:18

1:29:18

i-UFOs, feckless governments, fat activists with Borderline bangs, Skeksis politicians, and living in a John Waters film but for real. It's Potpourri du Moqerie! -Grab your notebook for a refresher course on Cluster B disorders. We review the problem, look at it in society, then read letters from deranged abusive parents (including Josh's mom) for …

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BALLS.431 Questioning every life decision you’ve ever made 46:53

4h ago46:53

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This week in sport: actually having NBA thoughts, collecting trophies like Pokemon, the MVP straw poll, the Thunder’s rough week, a minor Traensformation, multi-layer revenge games, can Dennis Schroeeuueeuder stop the Dubs putting up duds, Jimmy Butler’s Mythbusters vibe, Shut Up And Front Office, NBA Cup improvements, NBA All Star unimprovements, …

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Christmas Brew Antics, NFL Week 15, Lions IR Party, NFL Playoff Races, Packers Upside, the Captain Explains Bad Word ABCs, Cinnamon Toast Crunch Bacon, Chapel Bill, CFP, TIMMAH, Testicuzzi 12-18-2024 1:44:40

1h ago1:44:40

1:44:40

Segment 1: NFL Week 15 plus Christmas shenanigans. The Colts go full Jim Zorn and the Cowboys rock a Leon Lett throwback. The 49ers season debacle, De'Vondre Campbell retires himself, and never trust Thursday Night Football. The Brock Purdy contract problem, finding a fit, and the rebirth of the mid-tier QB market. Here’s looking at you, Darnold an…

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Episode 854 - Jesus Season 1:24:51

31m ago1:24:51

1:24:51

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Phil Costa to discuss Arsenal's win over Crystal Palace in the league cup quarterfinals. The pod starts with a bit about the importance of this cup, and what it would mean to win it this season. Then the pod moves on to a discussion about the lineup, followed closely by a bit on Jaku…

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Women's Baseball, White People at Theme Parks, and Some People Just Weren't Meant to Understand Cryptocurrency 54:30

4h ago54:30

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Send us a text Happy holidays! In our last episode of 2024, Nate tries to explain cryptocurrency to Dustin, and it does not go well. We also discuss the disaster known as Hawk Tuah Coin, the cringy stuff white people do at theme parks, the odds of the upcoming women's baseball league succeeding, and much more.…

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79: Absolute Legend (Week 15) 1:36:55

6h ago1:36:55

1:36:55

In this episode Sunshine, TyGuy, and The JakeQuake update you on the most important sports news. The show starts with a quick trivia segment. Feel free to send in your own trivia questions. Fantasy football collusion? The usually dominant Commanders played down to their opposition in a nail-biter against the Saints. Jonathan Taylor fumble blunder. …

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tripping balls.409 Mostly cliches and dumb stuff 34:40

1d ago34:40

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This week: new albums from Fat Freddy’s Drop, Ramkot and Stress Eater (CZARFACE x Kool Keith). Also: new Ice Cube x Brandy collab, double not negatives, representative examples of the marque, blank canvases, beach roadtrips, #DocMisReadsBios, desert rock Pokemon, if in doubt play it louder through better speakers, the Minister for Czarface, the poe…

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Artificial Intelligence with Chris Waites 1:36:05

3h ago1:36:05

1:36:05

AI Art Director, amateur comedian, band-aid specialist, DEI hire, and street researcher Chris Waites returns to Heterodorx — now with 10% more white! After disclosing some shattering news from 23&Me, Chris shares his expertise on AI generated visual art (please follow along on his Instagram page). Is AI art actually art? Does it threaten human art …

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Episode 853 - Arsenal Have One Obvious Problem With No Easy Answer 1:41:53

14h ago1:41:53

1:41:53

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Clive, Paul and Tim to discuss a disappointing scoreless draw at home to Everton. The pod starts with a question about the impact of the dropped points, the landscape of the league, and the Arsenal Zeitgeist. After that the pod discusses certain details of the match including the cha…

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Goodbye to a Friend: episode 202, December 15, 2024 1:22:32

13h ago1:22:32

1:22:32

-Friend of the show Adam Burgoyne has died at 39 of an aortic aneurysm at age 39 after being ignored for six hours at a Canadian emergency room. The Canadian national press and Newsweek in the states have picked up the story. What the hell is wrong with Canadian health care? -More than a year of unconstitutional maneuvering by the Burlington City C…

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BALLS.430 Don’t worry, it’s going somewhere 32:02

5d ago32:02

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This week in sport: Jimmy is rustling Miami’s jimmies, the end of superstar mobility, quadrupling down, players aren’t bad but contracts can be, NBA Cup quarterfinals, peak Knuckles Connolly hours, Happy learned how to putt, don’t use Tottenham’s training staff, leaps v blips, LeBron is all of us, things Bill Belichick could be doing rather than co…

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Episode 852 - Myles Lewis-Skelly Helps Arsenal Demolish Monaco 1:17:19

16d ago1:17:19

1:17:19

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Clive to discuss a convincing win over Monaco in the Champions League. The pod starts with the lineup and especially Mikel’s decision to start Myles Lewis-Skelly at left back. That transitions into discussing his performance, and the reinvigoration of the left-hand side overall. Ther…

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May it please the court: episode 201, December 10, 2024 1:11:44

5d ago1:11:44

1:11:44

-America has been reduced to having to go to the Supreme Court to beg for the right of states to outlaw genital mutilation of children. The justices believe they have to address a borderline female lawyer in man drag as "mister." Will the court save our children? -We need to talk about what's happening psychologically to women in this country. Ever…

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Episode 78: Man Campbell & Manifestos 1:49:03

6d ago1:49:03

1:49:03

Celebrity podcasters SUNSHINE, BIGCAT, and STARDUST break down the week 14 NFL action. The CFP bracket is set. The WNBA finds no fault with the Seattle Storm in regards to their negative treatment of Jewell Loyd. The Lions aggression on 4th down is at a fever pitch. Is Kirk Cousins washed? Has Josh Allen wrapped up the MVP with his historic perform…

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tripping balls.408 You can’t do that on television 31:09

9d ago31:09

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This week: new albums from Kendrick Lamar, Pa Salieu and Ocean Grove. Also: west coast tourism, you and me problems, space-filling models, 1980s muscle car history, foreign exchange, fake freestyles, statements endorsed by 50% of the podcast, the worst thing about 2001, Mariah Carey waterboarding, call and response, Old Soul Christmas, justice for …

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Episode 851 - Can Arsenal’s Attack Deliver Big Trophies? 1:14:48

8d ago1:14:48

1:14:48

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Clive to discuss a disappointing draw at Fulham where Arsenal struggled to create chances from open play. The pod starts with a bit of an overview of the game and reaction to the dropped points, including the gut punch of a late winner ruled out. Then the conversation shifts to the l…

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BALLS.429 Tolerated within the firmament 26:33

19d ago26:33

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This week in sport: multiple Australia-India walkovers, Worldwide Pant, getting a sendoff from a Grease 2 villain, pick your favourite Jokic on-off stat, MVP conversation small talk, Ja performatively gives up dunking, the Great Barrier Thief, mini-slumps, freelancing against coaching advice, knowing the rules in order to break them, would Brett Ki…

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Judging US v Skrmetti with Judge TERF 1:22:05

9d ago1:22:05

1:22:05

Retired MA High Court Justice & WoLF legal powerhouse Elspeth Cypher returns to Heterodorx to discuss US v. Skrmetti, the Supreme Court case that could change the pediatric gender-industrial complex forever. Nina gives a “pedestrian viewpoint” of the hearing before superior legal minds Elspeth and Cori discuss solicitor generals, attorney generals,…

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NFL Week 13, HTTR, Bills Blowout, 49ers Reboot, Chiefs Dark Magic, Josh Allen 4 MVP, Bears Eberflus and Find Out, LOTR, Battle Schmears, Justin Tucker, Golden At-Bat NFL Twists, Juan Soto 12-04-2024 2:07:54

10d ago2:07:54

2:07:54

Segment 1: NFL Week 13 and Thanksgiving round up. The reality check of it’s not your year. Check on your 49ers fan friends. Here’s CALLIE – an accidental catnip tangent. A looming rebuild or reboot in San Fran. The Brock Purdy dilemma, QB contracts, and when a team falls off a cliff. The Bengals and Ravens defensive drop off. Dolphins – Packers, th…

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Episode 850 - Set Piece FC Blows United Away 1:27:27

23d ago1:27:27

1:27:27

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Paul and Tim to discuss a big win over Manchester United. The pod starts with a discussion of Arsenal’s corner kick prowess and the discourse around it in the media. Then there’s a bit of an overall reaction to beating united in the context of Liverpool dropping points. After that th…

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Episode 77: Heaven has Pokemon 1:59:16

15d ago1:59:16

1:59:16

Sunshine, BigCat, and Stardust review all of the Week 13 action. Eberflus gets fired. Flag-planting is dangerous. Azeez Al-Shaiir has a hard hit on Trevor Lawrence. The guys have a defense-oriented podcast. Baby Bryce has graduated to regular-size Bryce. Jameis Winston Breaks the Browns franchise record for passing yards (497). Big booty Jerry Jeud…

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tripping balls.407 This week in industrial abrasives 35:14

24d ago35:14

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This week: new albums from Michael Kiwanuka, Thunderpussy and Vypers. Also: knocking your audience loose, music to topple castles by, outgunned but not outnumbered, Mark Ronseal, orbital sander albums, not a producer’s extruder, polish club, incomplete assignments, unreleased comeback albums, unspoiled by success, don’t put in the paper that I got …

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The Continuing Cope: Episode 200, December 1, 201 58:23

13d ago58:23

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-The left is still moving through the "stages of grief," and some are going faster than others. We'll look at the discombobulation of one New Yorker cartoonist committed to keeping up with her "work" to fight "fascism." -Why have all the therapists gone insane? Take a look with us at what they're teaching them in graduate school (teaser: it involve…

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Episode 849 - Saka and Odegaard Have Arsenal’s Attack Firing 1:27:11

26d ago1:27:11

1:27:11

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Clive and Tim to discuss a wild win at West Ham. The pod starts with some overall thoughts from the weekend and a quick chat about the lineup. Then, the group analyzes the way Odegaard and Saka’s sensational performances sparked an outstanding period for Arsenal. The goals are discus…

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BALLS.428 Never go full Eberflus 32:23

27d ago32:23

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This week in sport: the worst 11-1 team in NFL history, the multiEberflusverse, the three kinds of Cavs losses, the Ant Edwards School of Motivational Speaking, teachable moments, Beeso refuses to be Knicks-positive, America cannot geography, the Rockets’ next move, Boxing Day at the Smoothie King, the last club sandwich, Detective Chief Inspector …

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Episode 848 - Irresistible Arsenal Destroy Sporting 1:28:17

19d ago1:28:17

1:28:17

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Clive and Paul to discuss an historic win in Lisbon. The pod starts with a bit of a recap of the experience of being in Lisbon for the match, before turning attention to the match specifically and a bit of an overall reaction to the result. There’s a section on the lineup and then th…

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NFL Week 12, Washington Dallas Insanity, 49ers Injury Bug, Bills BYOBilldo Mode, Chiefs, Spicy Care Bear, Can a Parent Poop in Peace, Thanksgiving Sports Brew Style, Dialysis Dude Sweet Tea 11-27-2024 2:02:20

19d ago2:02:20

2:02:20

Segment 1: NFL Week 12 round up. The 50 50 double clutch, McGuffin’s heavy hand, and the AR15 resurrection. The 49ers, the injury bug, and the NFC West mess. Josh Jacobs rocks the hat trick. Called it - Danny Dimes to Minnesota. Bills full BYOB mode. Bills – Chiefs. Celebrating the moment, but recognizing unfinished business. The Chiefs, tight marg…

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Episode 76: This Marriage? (Week 12) 1:59:22

24d ago1:59:22

1:59:22

In this episode Sunshine, BigCat, and Rowdy Randy (Stardust) explore the best and worst thanksgiving sides. Saquon for MVP? Oklahoma fans storm the field with 28 seconds left en route to a 24-3 upset over Alabama. WNBA expansion. Kavonte Turpin puts the Commanders in a turbine on an epic punt return. Dan Jones is free. Has Bro Nix surpassed Jayden …

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The Long Haul: Episode 199, November 24, 2024 1:04:38

20d ago1:04:38

1:04:38

We've turned the page, but the book is nowhere near finished. We have years, probably decades, of work to do to re-normalize normal living in America. What have we lost, and what do we need to get back? Politicians and public figures are starting to tell the truth about trans. Megyn Kelly has been on fire this week, and so has Rep. Nancy Mace. Her …

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tripping balls.406 Come and get it 40:24

1M ago40:24

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This week: new albums from A. Swayze & the Ghosts, Warmduscher and Faderdaze. Also: safe assumptions, Covid bumps, beat poetry, misleading introductions, nutritional information, introduce yourself (right on!), Gladstone starter kits, random music recs, this podcast was inevitable, soft furnishings, sad indie manic pixie dream girls, sabotaging eng…

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Orange New World, Offended by Free Chick-fil-A, and When Did Trick-or-Treating Get So Bougie? 1:06:43

21d ago1:06:43

1:06:43

Send us a text In our first post-election episode we discuss why Trump won, why people are overreacting about it, and how we think the transition is going so far. We also address how much trick-or-treating has changed since we were kids and the absurdity of people in Minnesota getting butthurt over getting free Chick-fil-A.…

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Next year in Jerusalem? 1:07:17

22d ago1:07:17

1:07:17

Still on the path to conversion, Corinna updates us on his latest “Jew lessons” and why he kept the surname Cohn instead of anglicizing it to something like SparkleTree. We discuss the loss of oppression points for being Jewish; super-circumcision; antisemitism; and maybe visiting Israel someday. Meanwhile, Nina earns a subsistence wage sewing glov…

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Episode 847 - Odegaard and Saka Make Arsenal Look Fearsome Again 1:03:45

1M ago1:03:45

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On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined by Clive in Lisbon to discuss the Forest game and preview the Sporting tie. The pod starts with discussion about the lineup and that turns into a bit of a conversation about midfield, Jorginho’s performance, and the direction Arsenal’s midfield could go moving forward. Then the pod cove…

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BALLS.427 The Venn diagram of hubris, karma and schadenfreude 43:04

26d ago43:04

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This week in sport: some poorly aged thoughts on Indian batting competence, Captain Grumpy on the rack, having twice the success, Celts-Cavs fallout, shot deserts, blame it on woke, thinking free to air television is going to save you like it’s 1984, is bad basketball less watchable than bad other-sports, styles make fights, create-a-player Grizzli…

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Episode 846 - The Biggest Game of the Season, and Football’s Transformation 1:10:20

1M ago1:10:20

1:10:20

On this edition of the ArsenalVision Podcast, Elliot is joined first by Phil to preview the Forest game. The pod starts with some news about a big night for the Pod and our community, followed by the latest news from Mikel’s press conference. After that the conversation shifts to lineup predictions, tactical thoughts and expectations for the game a…

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