Best Brian Dunning Podcasts (2025)

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Seth Andrews: Dissent is our Duty 52:44

5h ago52:44

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In our critical cultural moment, protest is patriotism. Yet is there any reason to hope that democracy and decency might still prevail? Seth Andrews has thoughts. VIDEO of this speech Special thanks to WeCanReason Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.…

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Skeptoid #988: Chocolate Myths 14:16

6h ago14:16

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Here are many popular myths about chocolate. How many can you tell are true or not? Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Brian Dunning

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Pathway to Priesthood: Choosing Religious Life with David Inczauskis, SJ 29:36

1d ago29:36

29:36

Welcome to “Pathway to Priesthood”—a special podcast series from the Jesuit Conference of Canada and the United States. We’re back for season 2! In these conversations, host Eric Clayton talks with Jesuits who are in the final days of preparing for ordination to the priesthood. They reflect back on their vocation stories and experience of Jesuit fo…

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Pathway to Priesthood: Reflecting on Jesuit Community with Marc-André Veselovsky, SJ 32:34

1d ago32:34

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Welcome to “Pathway to Priesthood”—a special podcast series from the Jesuit Conference of Canada and the United States. In these conversations, host Eric Clayton talks with Jesuits who are in the final days of preparing for ordination to the priesthood. They reflect back on their vocation stories and experience of Jesuit formation, and wrestle with…

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570: Brothers Gotta Hug (Genesis 33) 35:45

2d ago35:45

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Sermon on Genesis 33 titled Brothers Gotta Hug. It was preached by Pastor Brian Hough on DATE at Manhattan Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Manhattan, Kansas. You can learn more at ManhattanPres.comBy Brian Hough - Manhattan Presbyterian Church

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Merriam Woods/Russell Crag - An Update on Access and Development! 38:11

4d ago38:11

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Members of the Central New Hampshire Climbers Association are on the pod today to share full details about the current status of climbing and development at Merriam Woods/Russell Crag. Things are in full swing and we need your help! Jay is joined by Chris Vaughn, Katie Vaughn and Mike Gagnon to tell you all about it: We’ll talk about: The current s…

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Francis Sanzaro: Zen in Imperfect Conditions (in Life and Climbing) 1:03:03

6d ago1:03:03

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Author, philosopher, and long time climber Francis Sanzaro is back on the pod to dive into how to manage your mindset (for both climbing and life) during times of loss, grief, overwhelm, or even just less than perfect conditions. Francis is the author of The Zen of Climbing, a must read for any climber seeking to develop a stronger mindset toward c…

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S6 Ep159: THE PSYCHOLOGIST 1:11:00

7d ago1:11:00

1:11:00

Warrington go down valiantly at the Magic Weekend, but does Sam Burgess still have a trick up his sleeve to take his team to Wembley? Meanwhile, Sam fixes technical issues live on air, Dennis does no preparation whatsoever for the pod, and Rob seeks professional advice for his mental health. Plus there's the usual regurgitated Bergerac bollocks, a …

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How to Pray with the Stars with Br. Guy Consolmagno, SJ 47:12

7d ago47:12

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How do you pray with the stars? That’s the question underpinning today’s conversation with returning guest, Br. Guy Consolmagno. Guy is a Jesuit brother and director of the Vatican Observatory. He’s also the author of the new book, “A Jesuit’s Guide to the Stars: Exploring Wonder, Beauty and Science.”As you’ll soon learn, Br. Guy is infinitely quot…

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Dirty Secrets: The Dark Side of the "Plain People" (with ex-Mennonite Jasper Hoffman) 1:03:30

7d ago1:03:30

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Amish and Mennonite communites often shield abuse and abusers from the public and the law. We speak to ex-Mennonite Jasper Hoffman and explore the dark underbelly of this culture of "plain people." Jasper Hoffman's podcast The Jasper Hoffman interview video The Type Investigations article Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com…

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#43: Localizing video using AI with Guy Piekarz from Panjaya 22:08

7d ago22:08

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Most brands invest heavily in content creation, but how much of that content actually reaches global audiences in a way that feels authentic? With 94% of B2B buyers saying they are more likely to engage with leadership and conference videos in their local language, companies are missing a massive opportunity. How can AI-powered video localization r…

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Skeptoid #987: More than a Magician's Assistant 15:01

7d ago15:01

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She may have gotten her start as Houdini's sidekick, but Rose Mackenberg became a giant of unmasking fraudulent mediums. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Kat McLeod

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A Brief Shake-Up at Skeptoid 1:46

8d ago1:46

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You're going to get to enjoy some new guest hosts for a month or two on Skeptoid. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Brian Dunning

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569 WrestleMania Jacob vs The Almighty (Genesis 32) Sermon 33:06

9d ago33:06

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Sermon on Genesis 32 titled WrestleMania: Jacob vs The Almighty. It was preached by Pastor Brian Hough on May 4th 2025 at Manhattan Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Manhattan, Kansas. You can learn more at ManhattanPres.comBy Brian Hough - Manhattan Presbyterian Church

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BONUS AMDG: An Ignatian Approach to the Conclave with Fr. Bill McCormick, SJ 40:28

11d ago40:28

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Fr. Bill McCormick, SJ, is a political scientist by trade and a current writer at the Vatican-sponsored, Jesuit-run journal La Civiltà Cattolica in Rome. Host Mike Jordan Laskey invited him onto the podcast for a special bonus episode on this moment of transition for the Catholic Church. They discussed the current mood in Rome; Pope Francis’ legacy…

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Signs of Easter Hope in Uncertain Times with Emma Hudson 38:20

13d ago38:20

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Even though Easter started ten days ago now, the season continues for a full 50 days. So we will wish you a happy Easter and encourage you to keep that going for a few weeks, even if it confuses your friends and neighbors. Last month, as the famous cherry blossoms hit their peak bloom in Washington, DC, host Mike Jordan Laskey sat down in our studi…

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Conrad Anker: Exploring Legacy, Loss & Livelihood in Climbing 1:10:59

13d ago1:10:59

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Few people have amassed a more impressive resume in the outdoors than climber, mountaineer, and author Conrad Anker. Just read his Wikipedia page, for starters! Included in Conrad’s accolades are two summits of Everest under his belt (including one where he found George Mallory’s body), a prolific list of first ascents around the globe, and a 26 ye…

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S6 Ep158: BRIAN WOULD HAVE WAITED OVER TWELVE HOURS FOR THE SODDING VIDEO REFEREE 1:31:34

14d ago1:31:34

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There’s pessimism, optimism, and a dose of realism to be found in Wire’s last couple of weeks. Yes, the podcast returns armed with a barrage of facts - as Sam delivers his finest ever “shitsistic,” Dennis sags into AI and the cloning of commentary, and Rob follows through with 3000 dollars of Rustic Orange. Over at the sitcom, George has lost his v…

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568: Winning by Losing (2 Corinthians 4) [Jon Dunning] 39:23

14d ago39:23

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Sermon on 2 Corinthians 4 titled Winning by Losing. It was preached by RUF Campus Minister Jon Dunning on April 27th, 2025 at Manhattan Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Manhattan, Kansas. You can learn more at ManhattanPres.comBy Brian Hough - Manhattan Presbyterian Church

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Choosing My Apocalypse Outfit: Dressing for the End of the World 55:15

14d ago55:15

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If we're going down, we're going down in style! Seth shares some bizarre headlines from around the world, plus your calls. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist

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Skeptoid #986: Do Functional Mushrooms Function? 15:53

15d ago15:53

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Super mushrooms are claimed by some to provide vague health benefits beyond their known nutritional values. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Brian Dunning

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Growth 44:51

18d ago44:51

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Mentioned Medium’s Snowflake Growth Tool (original GitHub repo) Stanford Product Design Rubric (Stanford Design Program) I, X and T shaped Designers Book: Radical Candor by Kim Scott Book: The Visual MBA (or Creative MBA — verify the exact title) Short Story: The Swimmer by John Cheever Newsletter: Good Work by Joe Alterio – goodwork.is Topics Disc…

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Heroes and Tragedies of White Mountain Rescues with Ty Gagne 1:03:48

20d ago1:03:48

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New Hampshire native and author Ty Gagne joins the pod today to discuss the harrowing and heroic history of rescues in the White Mountains. Ty shares his in depth knowledge on some of the most well known rescues in The Whites, and what we can learn from them in regards to decision making, leadership and risk management. We’ll also discuss how the m…

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Remembering Pope Francis with Fr. Brian Paulson, SJ 39:53

21d ago39:53

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Fr. Brian Paulson, SJ, the president of the Jesuit Conference of Canada and the United States, reflects on the legacy and witness of Pope Francis. Fr. Paulson and host Mike Jordan Laskey discussed the Holy Father's pastoral style, his Ignatian spirit, his approach to leadership, and some of the Pope's decisions that will likely affect the Catholic …

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PODCAST #800: Ask Natalie (almost) Anything 1:04:48

21d ago1:04:48

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On this milestone show, many listeners asked to see/hear Natalie in the guest chair. She kindly agreed to mark the occasion with us. VIDEO of this conversation: Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist

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Skeptoid #985: Supervolcanoes and Super Earthquakes 16:28

21d ago16:28

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A roundup of the world's riskiest volcanoes and fault zones — and they're not necessarily the most hazardous. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Brian Dunning

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567 Fearful to Fearless (John 20:19-23) Easter Sermon 38:58

23d ago38:58

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Sermon on John 20:19-22 titled Fearful to Fearless. It was preached by Pastor Brian Hough on Easter, April 20th 2025 at Manhattan Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Manhattan, Kansas. You can learn more at ManhattanPres.comBy Brian Hough - Manhattan Presbyterian Church

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Prompts vs Pixels 46:40

25d ago46:40

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Mentioned V0 by Vercel that generates front-end code Builder.io for creating UI flows from language prompts UXPilot for generating UI from specs Lovable for different design styles Perplexity as a tool that bypasses SEO spam Why do AI company logos look like buttholes? Jakob's Law of Internet User Experience 23:48 Brian says he didn’t do a great jo…

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The Work of Lent: Holy Week 34:18

26d ago34:18

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In this final episode of "The Work of Lent," Fr. Eric Immel, SJ, accompanies us through Holy Week to Easter and challenges our assumptions about suffering.By Jesuit Conference

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The Work of Lent: Time to Reconcile 34:43

26d ago34:43

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On this episode of our limited series, "The Work of Lent," we talk to Mike Jordan Laskey, director of communications for the Jesuit Conference and Jesuit Media Lab, about Lent as a time of reconciliation.By Jesuit Conference

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Balancing Grades on Your Climbing Menu with Miguel Lopez 55:52

27d ago55:52

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Rumney climber Miguel Lopez has been racking up some major sends lately (check out his recents sends of Butt Bongo and Rocketman) But what has this 5.13 climber been enjoying just as much? Dumpster diving - the exercise of sending routes with 2 or less stars on Mountain Project. Miguel shares why he started this practice, and how it’s benefited his…

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S6 Ep157: SOME FUCKER IN A GREEN LEOTARD 1:20:43

28d ago1:20:43

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After Wire’s dour performance against Hull, the podcast goes in search of answers. Dennis visits Shepton Mallet Prison, Rob celebrates his wedding anniversary and Sam downs 1500ml of wine. Plus, Daniel’s not happy with player recruitment as the pod hints towards Oasis tickets. Enjoy. www.patreon.com/whatbevan…

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Your Crash Course in Ignatian Discernment with Mark Thibodeaux, SJ 40:12

28d ago40:12

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The art of discernment is a hallmark feature of Ignatian spirituality. From the moment Ignatius began to differentiate between consolations and desolations during his eleven-month convalescence in Loyola to today, Jesuits and lay collaborators have been mining the depths of what it means to listen to and act on God’s invitation in our lives.Today, …

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The Worst Arguments for God 1:11:00

28d ago1:11:00

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Apologists have some doozies. Let's talk about their "proofs" for a Higher Power. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist

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Skeptoid #984: Should You Feed Your Dog That? 15:58

29d ago15:58

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Some people try to feed their dogs the same alternative diet they eat themselves... not necessarily so good for the dog. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Brian Dunning

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566 The Great Escape: Trusting God in Transitions (Genesis 31) Sermon 33:30

1M ago33:30

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Sermon on Genesis titled The Great Escape. It was preached by Pastor Brian Hough on April 13th 2025 at Manhattan Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Manhattan, Kansas. You can learn more at ManhattanPres.comBy Brian Hough - Manhattan Presbyterian Church

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Mini Episode: Zuckerberg, AI, and the Long Game 13:59

1M ago13:59

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Mentioned Arthur C. Clarke did die in 2008. Brian has no idea what he saw now. The Tech Oligarchy Arrives Mark Zuckerberg's political shift Meta's Llama AI models versus other foundational models "Making the world a better place" from Silicon Valley TV show The world is not as bad as we think it is. HyperFixed: Kristen Has Doubts Alternative social…

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The Insurrection Act: Martial Law in the United States 41:00

1M ago41:00

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The vaguely-defined Insurrection Act of 1807 is being invoked against "enemies" of the United States. Is martial law on the table? CAMERA FUND DONATION: https://www.thethinkingatheist.com/support ARTICLE: https://wagingnonviolence.org/2025/04/what-to-do-if-the-insurrection-act-is-invoked/ The HandsOff2025 protest video: https://youtu.be/Q1mhNlttG28…

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Historic FAs and Dirtbag Days: A Legendary Journey from Devil’s Lake to the World with Dave Groth 1:13:05

1M ago1:13:05

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Dave Groth is one of the undisputed forefathers of Devil’s Lake climbing. With over 40 years of climbing under his belt, he joins me full of tales about the evolution of Devil’s Lake and his legendary climbing exploits across the US and the globe. You’ll hear about Dave’s experiences at Yosemite, Eldorado Canyon & Waco (where legend Ron Kauk crashe…

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S6 Ep156: TIME AND RELATIVE DIMENSION IN SPACE 1:26:38

1M ago1:26:38

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It’s two more wins for Wire as the podcast takes a positive-ish look back at the last couple of weeks. Sam is late to the recording, Dennis concocts a winning players’ serum, and as Daniel steps into the Tardis, Rob wishes he could travel back in time to patch up a relationship in the pre-gentrified borough of Islington. Plus, there’s a pop video i…

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Is Jesus the Monster? Horror & Theology with Ryan Duns, SJ 49:31

1M ago49:31

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I’m not much of a fan of horror films. But I do love speculative storytelling — of which horror is a sub-genre. Even more, I love using stories of pop culture to dive deeper into faith, spirituality and the nuances of scripture. Which is how we’ve arrived at today’s horror-themed episode.Fr. Ryan Duns — a Jesuit priest and professor at Marquette Un…

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Falling from the Ceiling: The "hypnic jerk" and other random stuff 58:57

1M ago58:57

58:57

Why does the body jerk awake while sleeping? Why do Brits say "Cheerio" instead of "goodbye?" Why are daytime dramas called soap operas? These and othe probing questions answered! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist

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Skeptoid #983: Immigration Myths 20:06

1M ago20:06

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Many of our preconceived notions about immigrants likely bear very little resemblance to the facts. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choicesBy Brian Dunning

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