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Join the Wisecrack crew as they dive into the deeper meaning and cultural significance of the most, and least, iconic movies of our age.
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Welcome to Wisecrack’s WESTWORLD podcast, breaking down and dissecting every single episode of Season 2 — hosted by Wisecrack writers Alec, Claire, and Kevin!
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Greg Edwards and Bradlys Philoctete break down life as stand-up comedians living in LA, discuss weekly topics in comedy, and interview some of the hottest comics on the LA scene. BLACKSTAGE is hilarious, thought-provoking, and gives you insight into the minds of comedians and the comedy scene in LA.
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American stories from independent musician, author and storyteller Teague Alexy.
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Welcome to Wisecrack's CULTURE BINGE, where we feast on everything going on in the zeitgeist and digest it for all of you. From pop culture fails to blunders in advertising, technology, and beyond — join Michael, Alec, and Surbhi weekly as they philosophize about what it means to live in this absurd and fascinating world.
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The guys at Wisecrack are HUGE fans of South Park, and in our dedicated South Park podcast we'll dive into the deeper meaning and philosophical underpinnings of each new episode. Join us, m'kay?
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The snarky writers at WISECRACK love Rick and Morty! Join them for a deep dive into the magic and subtext of each and every episode.
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Literary OG Sparky Sweets, PhD counts down the greatest works in the lit game with a fresh perspective – blending top-shelf literature with street certified insights. From the greatest playas to the worst baby mamas, this series features classic literature with an original gangster spin.
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Podcast by The Bladtcast by Christian Bladt
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Popular publicist and entertainer Jennifer Perry interviews today's most interesting people. Guests include Arden Myrin, Michael Des Barres, Myq Kaplan, Jen Lancaster, Tony Keddie, Dave Kos, Wendy Moten, Bruce Sudano, Vanessa Daou, Caroline Leavitt, Paul Myers, Lita Ford, Michael Fleeman, Rudy Sarzo,
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"Oh My Fraud" is an irreverent podcast from CPA/comedian Greg Kyte and blogger/former CPA Caleb Newquist. The two come together to unpack their favorite frauds and explore the circumstances, psychology, and interpersonal dynamics involved. They also fully indulge in victim-blaming the defrauded widows, orphans, infirm and feeble-minded—because who can resist? If you fancy yourself a trusted advisor—or prefer your true crime with spreadsheets instead of corpses—listen to this show to learn wh ...
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Preconceived, hosted by Zale Mednick, dives deep into the intricacies of human experience, challenging the assumptions that shape our understanding of the world. In each episode, Zale engages with leading experts, thought leaders, and individuals with unique perspectives to uncover the layers beneath societal norms and expectations. From exploring cultural phenomena to dissecting scientific breakthroughs, Preconceived invites its listeners to question their preconceptions about love, life, t ...
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Slackie Brown’s flagship podcast hub, About What Matters is the home of in-depth sports & pop culture interviews, thorough deep-dives and timely discussions between co-hosts (and lifelong best friends) Casey Pazzalia and Connor Noetzel.
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EP-22: The Viral Beatmaker – How One Remix Changed Everything
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In this episode, we take you back to 2012, when a young music enthusiast named Benjamin began his journey in the world of music production. Join us as we explore the origins of this enigmatic producer The episode concludes with a thrilling cliffhanger, as a phone call from a major artist hints at the next big chapter in his career. Tune in to uncov…
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247. 'Wisecracks' - Can a Joke Go Too Far?
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Pranks, Joshing, Deception, Practical Jokes ... Humor takes shape in many forms. But can a joke go too far? Should a joke's funniness be measured by the reactions it elicits, the intentions of the joke, or none of the above? Cornell Professor David Shoemaker is a philosopher and author. He joins the podcast to discuss his latest book, 'Wisecracks: …
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DJ Night In The Genie Bottle - Come For The Music, Stay For The Wisecracks
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DJ Night In The Genie Bottle - Come For The Music, Stay For The Wisecracks Music from previous and upcoming guests, including TruckerBomb, Joe Symes & The Loving Kind, Zaida, Run Katie Run, Denton Perry, Jonathan Brenner,The ShakeUps, Madame Perry's Salon's Producer is Megan Whitlock. Intro music, Miss E's Vacation, was composed and recorded by Den…
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249. The Olympics - 'Heroes in Our Midst'
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There are few cultural events that grasp the world’s attention as much of The Olympics. Regardless of what might be going on politically in the world, The Olympics is largely seen as a globally unifying moment, once every four summers, and once every four winters. But what is it that captivates so many people to turn on their televisions and tune i…
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Paper Empire | The Case of Equity Funding Corporation of America
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Join Caleb and Greg on a twisting saga of an insurance company that began in the late 1950s, rose to spectacular heights in the 1960s, and came crashing down in the 1970s. Sponsors Bean - https://ohmyfraud.promo/bean (00:00) - With Friends Like These Who Needs Enemies (01:34) - Life Insurance Policies (05:20) - Case Introduction: Equity Funding Cor…
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That Song Is About What? Suss Song Lyrics With Jennifer Noran & Mme Perry
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Baby, It's Cold Outside, but it's about to feel like Dateline in here! Ever pondered the lyrics of familiar songs that you've sung along to, perhaps since your childhood, only to discover they hold a different meaning than you initially thought? Join Jennifer Noran, AKA Queen Bee of Queen City Steam, and Madame Perry as they delve into the hidden d…
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Christian reviews the latest Star Wars series "The Acolyte" with Kaitlin Cornell, Mark Hampton and Jordan & Erik from "It's Erik Nagel".By The Bladtcast by Christian Bladt
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When a Muslim father was asked by his son if Islam is inherently a violent religion, he was taken aback. Where did his son get these ideas from, and how many other people shared this concern? In his book 'Being Muslim Today', Dr. Saqib Iqbal Qureshi explores the history of Islam and seeks to understand some of the preconceptions regarding Islamic d…
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Pyramid Schemes: How to Lose Friends and Alienate Money
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You’ve probably heard of pyramid schemes, but are you confident that you know what it is? And if you are, do you know the difference between them and multi-level marketing companies? Or Ponzi schemes? In this episode, Caleb and Greg discuss all that and more about one of the simplest and most common frauds around. Sponsors MakersHub- https://ohmyfr…
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Ofeibea Loveless, Airship Ashanti's Mechanic and PR/Marketing Chair
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Airship Ashanti,a steampunk group focusing on multiculturalism in steampunk and philanthropy will be celebrating its 10th anniversary this summer. Her Royal Airship Airship Ashanti is a multicultural steampunk group in Ohio. They are known and loved in the Steampunk, Anime, and other communities for their brilliant costumes, many talents, and for t…
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Singer & Songwriter Jonathan Brenner
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Jonathan Brenner is an Atlanta-based singer-songwriter who defies easy classification. Described as “somewhere between New York and Nashville,” his music is a unique amalgam of genres, including pop, country, folk, Americana, and jazz. His musical influences include Hank Williams, Sr., Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Elton John, Billy Joel, James Taylor, C…
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The Aztec Empire famously fell following the arrival of the Europeans in the 16th century. Much of what we know about the Aztecs – including their rise, the nature of the empire, and its eventual fall, comes strictly from European accounts. But what did the Aztecs themselves think? The narrative has almost solely been shaped by the European perspec…
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Bladtcast #601 - "Happy Birthday, America! Hope You Like Crap!"
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For the first time in years, Christian welcomes back to the show Old Man Morin, who is visiting from Australia. They discuss "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F", now available on Netflix, their whirlwind tour of the greater Burbank, California area, Transformers, GI Joe and MUCH MORE! (As addressed in the episode: the audio is knowingly subpar as Christian…
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EP-21 :A Journey Through Beats – From Unknown Beginnings to Industry Fame
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In this episode, we take you back to 2012, when a young music enthusiast named Richard began his journey in the world of music production. Inspired by underground rappers and armed with FL Studio, Richard, along with his younger brother and friends, formed a collective that would eventually reshape the music landscape. Join us as we explore the ori…
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Legend has it that when asked why he robbed banks, the infamous 20th century bank robber Willie Sutton said, “Because that’s where the money is.” In the 21st century, banks still have the money, but the approach to robbing has changed considerably. Caleb and Greg discuss one such case that features astonishingly deceitful methods. Sponsors MakersHu…
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There is a certain stigma about only children - the idea that they may become more self-centred, and the concern that they will be lonelier in life without siblings. Such concerns have even prompted some to suggest that it is 'selfish' for parents to only have one child. But what does the evidence show about the life experiences of children who do …
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Bladtcast #600 - "A Convivial Milestone (with Dennis Miller & Jon Lovitz)
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Christian welcomes back to the show Dennis Miller and Jon Lovitz to look back on their tenure on Saturday Night Live and celebrate 600 episodes of the Bladtcast.By The Bladtcast by Christian Bladt
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Lydia and Atticus Give Madame Perry The POV From A Kid's World
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Ever listen to people younger than you? There's a lot to be learned from their knowledge, observations, and perspective. Lydia and Atticus visit Madame Perry and give us the scoop, the lowdown, the skinny regarding What's On The Minds Of Kids Today. We'll cover games, sports, future plans, the planet, and what kind of future they want. Studio call …
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245. Is a Bachelor of Arts Degree Useful?
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The Preconceived or ‘status quo’ path in life typically includes a variety of steps; one major milestone is graduating from college. It’s something that we are ‘supposed to do’, a relatively expensive all-consuming four-year program that most of experience after high school. But how important is college? Do the academic benefits of college merit th…
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Bladtcast #599 - “Farewell, But Not Goodbye” OR “It’s Not You. It’s Us”
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On the verge of the release of the landmark 600th episode of The Bladtcast, it’s a throwback episode! Not only is it an audio-only recording, but Christian sits down with founding member of The Bladtcast Will Sterling, who is preparing to leave California, taking a cross country drive to his new home in New York City's Harlem neighborhood.…
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Bladtcast #598 - "So You Wanna Make A Movie?" (with Phil Svitek)
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Christian welcomes back to the show filmmaker Phil Svitek who talks about his untraditional process for making his film "Finding Love In Bogota" at the height of the pandemic.By The Bladtcast by Christian Bladt
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Meet the Cybersecurity Scholar: Riana Pfefferkorn of Stanford University
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As a co-teacher of Stanford University’s Introduction to Cybersecurity course, Riana Pfefferkorn regularly had to guide enterprising students away from violating the law. And it was one of those laws, the federal wire fraud statute, that initially caused her to connect with Caleb and Greg. In this conversation, the three of them discuss Jeff Skilli…
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When a rookie reporter is convinced a series of street crimes are connected, she is willing to go the extra mile to chase down the big story. - BAD BOY BEAT “Simon’s staccato prose sets a tense mood that keeps readers on the edge.” – Kirkus Reviews Clea is the author of the psychological suspense novels World Enough and Hold Me Down (both named “Mu…
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For many people, travel provides some of the most profound experiences of their lives. Whether it’s a short excursion or a year living abroad, disengaging from your typical routine and transplanting yourself into the unknown is bound to lead to personal growth and self-discovery. But for all the good that can come from it, travelling can also be co…
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Steampunk Author & Travel Writer Carolina Cardona
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It is said that Santos Andújar is more automaton than man. The mysterious aristocrat living in 1897 San Juan barely survived the unknown illness that killed his entire family and left him with multiple prosthetics to lead a reclusive existence. Yet Santos’ darkly whimsical world is besieged by a visit from his beautiful and hedonistic cousin, Viole…
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When it comes to our finances, it’s natural for many to follow the traditional approach to investing by using a stock broker. Over the past couple of decades, however, there has been a growing trend to go against the grain and not use a stockbroker. You may have seen the commercials online by companies urging you to bypass stock brokers by investin…
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Bladtcast #597 - "Stay Out of Trouble: Our Robocop Episode"
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Christian welcomes to the show for the first time ever Doug from Good TImes, Great Movies to discuss Paul Verhoven's 1987 classic "Robocop".By The Bladtcast by Christian Bladt
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The Jacksonville Jaguars Employee Who Went All In on Fraud
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Gambling is often a factor when a person perpetrates a fraud, sometimes to a shocking degree. Caleb and Greg discuss one such case involving a finance professional who went to extraordinary lengths to change his bad luck. Sponsors MakersHub- https://ohmyfraud.promo/makershub RightRev - https://ohmyfraud.promo/rightrev Settle - https://ohmyfraud.pro…
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You’re invited to judge Reddit stories with Jennifer Perry & Kinia Colbert!
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So many way out and wacky stories on Reddit! Do you read them? Do you comment? Thousands do and so does Madame Perry. Tonight she and her well known and loved BFF Kinia Colbert read a couple of stories on Reddit and and the replies and give our takes. And to make it really fun we want YOU to call in and opine along with us! Like a pajama party in c…
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Run Katie Run Rocks The Genie Bottle!
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With a unique blend of rock sensibilities and folky textures, the sound of Run Katie Run condenses into a singular force of energy and power. American Songwriter Kate Coleman may be front and center in Run Katie Run, but the band’s new album, Cowboy Boots with Fishnet Tights, due out April 28, deeply reflects the community surrounding her. Its 13 A…
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242. Israel and Palestine - Two Perspectives
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Since the October 7th massacre and the ensuing war and humanitarian crisis in Gaza, much world attention has been given to the Israeli/Palestinian conflict. In this episode, we take a look back at the origins of this conflict, the concept of Zionism, and the events leading up to the 1948 war, known as the War of Independence in Israel, and referred…
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