Best Craig Petty Podcasts (2024)

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Green River - Creedence Clearwater Revival: Episode 165 1:22:19

5h ago1:22:19

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Well! Take a walk along the Green River with us as we cause a Commotion about Creedence Clearwater Revival's era-defining third album, and their second record in just under a year! We'll learn how the band Golliwogged and Gossamer Wumped their way into a record contract and how they slowly imploded under John Fogerty's scrutiny. The Mixtaper challe…

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The Elon Effect 59:13

1h ago59:13

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Elon Musk is officially beefing with the Brazilian government and of course Trevor, Christiana, and Josh have lots to say about it. In the wake of the X ban, they discuss how Elon’s past circumstances color his world view, the phenomena of powerful white men who feel powerless, and whether Elon deserves, dare they say it, some empathy. Learn more a…

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Full Moon Fever - Tom Petty: Episode 164 1:25:41

8d ago1:25:41

1:25:41

And we're free... Free Fallin' into another album this week with Tom Petty's most successful record Full Moon Fever! It was released as a solo project in 1989 at the height of his popularity and workload, and contains a handful of his greatest hits. We'll learn about the movie star encounter that sent him Runnin' Down A Dream, and cover everything …

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The Trad Wife Paradox with Anne Helen Petersen [VIDEO] 1:02:18

6d ago1:02:18

1:02:18

Trevor, Christiana, and noted writer and journalist Anne Helen Petersen discuss the growing #tradwife trend, the ideological conviction that a woman’s sole and highest purpose is to be her spouse’s modest, subservient helpmate, and that anything less is ungodly. Why do more women now seem to be taking on this mantle? Are cleaning, cooking, and tota…

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The Atomic Mr. Basie - Count Basie: Episode 163 1:15:10

11d ago1:15:10

1:15:10

Spin It is getting Splanky! We're talking about Big Band royalty, the one and only Count Basie! His 1958 instrumental record The Atomic Mr. Basie is the culmination of the talent of dozens of musicians and decades of bandleading experience. Find out how The Kid From Red Bank went from being the town's (second) best drummer to one of the genre's bes…

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If I Ruled the World: Petty is Power 1:05:35

13d ago1:05:35

1:05:35

The gang’s back with another If I Ruled the World. Christiana’s advocating for subsidized (and mandatory) world travel, Trevor’s looking to nix required friendliness, and Josh thinks the world should be a little more petty. Everyone’s in top form. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Machine Head - Deep Purple: Episode 162 1:25:05

5d ago1:25:05

1:25:05

Come on, come on! We're Space Truckin' our way through prog metal this week with Machine Head from Deep Purple's Mark II. After a devastating casino fire ruined their plans (and inspired their biggest hit, Smoke On The Water) they created this album with a mobile studio truck in an empty hotel. We'll discover the interesting concept behind the band…

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Adam Grant Gives Trevor An Intellectual Wedgie [VIDEO] 58:28

20d ago58:28

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What do you do when your values are tested? Trevor and organizational psychologist Adam Grant discuss this very timely question, as well the importance of discourse in reducing prejudice, the science of keeping an open mind, and whether Trevor might have missed his true calling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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SUPERBLOOM - MisterWives: Episode 161 1:34:06

4d ago1:34:06

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This week we Decide To Be Happy with SUPERBLOOM, the cathartic 19-track breakup pop album from MisterWives! Frontwoman Mandy Lee laments the end of an 8-year relationship and takes us Over The Rainbow with Wizard Of Oz references to explore the poppy fields in the desert and find growth in hardship. We head all the way to Rock Bottom before Coming …

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Trevor's In Paris, But Not At The Olympics?! 58:48

27d ago58:48

58:48

Trevor, Christiana, and Josh talk all things Olympics: the wins, the viral moments, what in the world is 3 on 3 basketball, and how Trevor is in Paris but decided not to attend in person. One thing they can all agree on: this episode, per the GOAT Simone Biles, they aren’t asking “What Now”? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co…

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The Blueprint - Jay-Z: Episode 160 1:37:21

20d ago1:37:21

1:37:21

H to the Izzo, V to the Izzay! The Ruler's Back and this week it's a Jay-Z Takeover! James and Connor are heading to the Heart Of The City with Hov's legendary 2001 record The Blueprint. We'll cover young Shawn Carter's rise to the top, discuss his ambitious business ventures, and more as we learn about the feuds, friends, and experiences that insp…

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Control Your Scroll with Jiore Craig 58:57

1M ago58:57

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When it comes to disinformation, our first instinct is often to ask is this real or fake? But disinformation expert Jiore Craig says that way of thinking misses a much bigger problem. Trevor, Christiana, and Jiore examine how political powers and corporations use information channels to push their agendas, and how we can start pushing back on the s…

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We All Want The Same Things - Craig Finn: Episode 159 1:16:52

1M ago1:16:52

1:16:52

It's another Birthday Episode! James and Connor (they used to call us Junebug and Jester) are talking about one of James' must-know albums: We All Want The Same Things, the third solo album from The Hold Steady frontman Craig Finn! His effortless worldbuilding introduces us to a whirlwind of characters who are down on their luck and looking for som…

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The Kamala Question with Tressie McMillan Cottom 54:23

1M ago54:23

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Sociologist and NYT columnist Tressie McMillan Cottom joins Trevor, Christiana, and Josh as they unpack Biden dropping out, Kamala’s nomination, and where we’re at in this ever evolving (some might say devolving) political landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Traveller - Chris Stapleton: Episode 158 1:36:47

26d ago1:36:47

1:36:47

We're as smooth as Tennessee Whiskey this week and we've got Nobody To Blame but Chris Stapleton! His breakout 2015 record Traveller took the evolving country music scene by storm and skyrocketed this Kentucky songwriter to the top of the charts. He created this reflective, personal album with the help of his wife, friends, and long-time musical co…

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The Trump Assassination Attempt: What Now? 51:25

2M ago51:25

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Trevor and Christiana are joined by Jody Avirgan, one of What Now?’s Executive Producers. In the wake of the July 13th assassination attempt on Donald Trump, they discuss people’s fascination with how the event “moves the plot forward,” the impact of the media’s need to feed the 24-hour news cycle with “developing story” updates (both accurate and …

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In The Aeroplane Over The Sea - Neutral Milk Hotel: Episode 157 1:34:01

1M ago1:34:01

1:34:01

What a beautiful face we have found in this place.. it's the face of a tambourine! We're entering the Year Of Discovery on a strong note and talking about In The Aeroplane Over The Sea, the second and final album by the mysterious and eclectic Neutral Milk Hotel. This cult classic record is a sonic journey through Jeff Mangum's haunted carnival of …

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Questlove Isn't Manif*cking Around [VIDEO] 1:03:37

2M ago1:03:37

1:03:37

DJ, drummer, author, and Roots frontman Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson and Trevor discuss “50 Years of Hip Hop” at the Grammys and his book Hip Hop is History. Questlove also divulges to Trevor the names of all 432 people who get his weekly playlist (no he doesn’t) and reveals all the celebrities who come to his legendary game nights (he doesn’t reveal…

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Endless Summer Vacation - Miley Cyrus: Episode 156 (Connor's Pick) 1:58:23

1M ago1:58:23

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The Year Of Healing comes to a dramatic conclusion this week with Connor's riskiest pick yet: Endless Summer Vacation by Miley Cyrus! We talked about Plastic Hearts in Episode 20 (check it out!), and Connor's never forgiven James for his thoughts. In this episode we'll talk about what Miley's been up to over the last few years and then take on her …

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99: CRAIG & LLOYD BACK FROM THE DEAD. EXPOSURE, IS STAGE MAGIC REALLY MAGIC, CONTROVERSY & MORE | The Magic Podcast Episode #99 1:22:59

2M ago1:22:59

1:22:59

After a brief hiatus (only a few years, who's counting?), we're back and ready to dive into the madness once more. This week, we pull back the curtain on stage magic—is it really magic or just smoke and mirrors? Expect plenty of controversy and more surprises along the way. Tune in, because apparently, we just couldn't stay away forever. And to all…

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Doctor Roger Federer Will See You Now [VIDEO] 1:00:08

2M ago1:00:08

1:00:08

Roger Federer and Trevor break down how moving on from major chapters in their lives has affected each of them and how Roger's desire to document the moment accidentally turned into the powerful documentary, Federer: Twelve Final Days. The two also discuss the future, their friendship, and their attendance record breaking tennis match for charity i…

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Born In The U.S.A. - Bruce Springsteen: Episode 155 1:33:17

2M ago1:33:17

1:33:17

Happy 4th Of July! We're celebrating ironically with Born In The U.S.A., the legendary seventh studio album by the pride of New Jersey, the Boss himself! Bruce Springsteen's iconic title track is one of the most misconstrued songs in popular music.. We'll get to the bottom of why it's so misunderstood and relive our Glory Days as we talk about the …

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The Heaviest Bag of Chips in Japan 51:19

2M ago51:19

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Trevor’s in Japan with his good friends Anele Mdoda and Khaya Dlanga. Together they dissect cultural taboos, savor otherworldly grapes, and marvel at toilets that’ll blow your mind, all while trying to find the balance between society and self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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From Under The Cork Tree - Fall Out Boy: Episode 154 1:34:30

2M ago1:34:30

1:34:30

We're going down, down in an earlier round, and Sugar, We're Going Down spinning! This week we're talking about Fall Out Boy's quintessential 2005 pop-punk record From Under The Cork Tree! With hits like Dance, Dance and song titles longer than we can fit in the episode description, it's a great intro to the band that would go on to Save Rock And R…

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Welcome To The Julia Louis-Dreyfus Brain Museum [VIDEO] 50:41

3M ago50:41

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There’s probably only one actress who can try to strangle, burn, and eat “Death,” and still manage to make us laugh. And that’s Julia Louis-Dreyfus in her new movie Tuesday. Trevor and Julia dissect their own experiences with grief, explain why all American politicians should be required to take drivers’ education, and share their hope for the futu…

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Little Oblivions - Julien Baker: Episode 153 1:07:39

3M ago1:07:39

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We're on a mission to learn about all the members of Boygenius, and this week we have a Ringside seat to Julien Baker's incisively personal third album Little Oblivions! You won't find many choruses, but you WILL find raw, honest lyrics that aren't just Crying Wolf. Tracks like Faith Healer, Heatwave, and Favor take us through her youth, anxieties,…

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Jessica Alba Is Standing in Her Power [VIDEO] 53:45

3M ago53:45

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Actor and entrepreneur Jessica Alba discusses the challenges and the misogyny she faced starting The Honest Company, how she slowly reclaimed her identity, and why ten years later she has stepped away from the company. She and Trevor also debate whether it’s better to be killed with a gun or with a knife (on a movie set, not in real life where both…

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Tapestry - Carole King: Episode 152 1:10:05

3M ago1:10:05

1:10:05

You'll feel the earth move under your feet this week because You've Got A Friend in Carole King! We'll listen to her weave a Tapestry of self-love and heartache on her unprecedented 1971 sophomore album. She was already established as a hit songwriter; we'll talk about her early career and her breakout as a recording artist. The Mixtaper has anothe…

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Jerrod Carmichael Knows He’s Cringe and Likes It 54:39

3M ago54:39

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Yes it’s true, Jerrod Carmichael sucks another man’s toes on premium cable TV. In his new reality series Jerrod attempts to free himself – and others – of the shame that comes with the messiness of being human. Trevor and Jerrod analyze the show’s funny and poignant moments and why fighting for love is always worth it. Learn more about your ad choi…

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Vampire Weekend (2008): Episode 151 1:19:18

3M ago1:19:18

1:19:18

Don't you wanna get out of Cape Cod tonight? Take a look through a musical kaleidoscope with Vampire Weekend's self-titled 2008 debut, ranked among the best debut albums of all time! This vibey record kickstarted and pioneered a new subgenre. From a Columbia semi-secret society to the halls of a middle school and everywhere in between, learn about …

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There’s No I In Trevor Noah [VIDEO] 1:03:47

3M ago1:03:47

1:03:47

It’s everyone’s favorite game: If I Ruled the World! Trevor makes a case to ban all social media, Christiana argues that Bill Gates should staff the PTA bake sale, and Ben declares a weekly day of rest for all – whether you want it or not! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Led Zeppelin II - Led Zeppelin: Episode 150 1:35:02

4M ago1:35:02

1:35:02

Want a Whole Lotta Love? This week we Ramble On with Led Zeppelin on their aptly named sophomore album, Led Zeppelin II! James & Connor are celebrating 150 episodes of Spin It with one of the most iconic bands in rock-- practically a household name to this day, almost 50 years after the end of their legendary career. We'll talk about the band's sup…

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Why AI Won’t Destroy Us with Microsoft’s Brad Smith [VIDEO] 45:05

3M ago45:05

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Trevor puts on a suit (no, he’s not returning to The Daily Show) and heads to Microsoft. This week Brad Smith, Vice Chairman and President of Microsoft talks AI, explains why he doesn’t believe it will be the end of humankind, and what we all have to do to keep it that way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Dear Wormwood - The Oh Hellos: Episode 149 1:21:55

4M ago1:21:55

1:21:55

Oh, hello! Join us on a Danse Macabre this week as we weave through a fantastical land of conquerors, demons, and kings with Dear Wormwood, the sophomore concept album from folk duo The Oh Hellos! These Texas siblings wrote and recorded this C.S. Lewis-inspired epistolary all by themselves, with each track representing another step in the protagoni…

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The Ozempic Obsession with Jia Tolentino [VIDEO] 53:59

4M ago53:59

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Ozempic. It started with a lizard, and then transformed into a drug that, depending on who you ask, is either a miracle or the downfall of society. New Yorker writer and cultural critic Jia Tolentino joins Trevor and Christiana to give context on the media circus surrounding weight loss drugs, and how Ozempic is changing the conversation around fat…

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Backtracks: Did You Know That There's A Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd - Lana Del Rey 12:56

4M ago12:56

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Bonus Content! In Episode 148 we felt the Summertime Sadness with Lana Del Rey's rich debut album Born To Die, but we couldn't resist the chance to check out her Grammy-nominated ninth record Did You Know That There's A Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd, too! It's a new evolution for her sound, with so-called "automatic singing," and featured artists like Ja…

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Born To Die - Lana Del Rey: Episode 148 1:24:18

4M ago1:24:18

1:24:18

Turn on your Radio, crack open a Diet Mountain Dew, and experience that Summertime Sadness with us.. We're Off To The Races with Lana Del Rey's sweeping, saturated, cinematic debut Born To Die! This trip-hop album with a dark edge was born from her experiences with alcohol, mental health, and growing up. The Mixtaper is taking us on a journey throu…

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Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias and the Art of Mentoring [VIDEO] 56:12

4M ago56:12

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If it wasn’t for Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias, a trip to Footlocker could have ended Trevor’s career. Iglesias shares about his journey to become the headlining, stadium-filling comedian known to millions as Fluffy. The two pull the curtain back on the 2012 tour that introduced Trevor to stand-up in the United States, and Fluffy explains why mentorshi…

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98: SUPERIMPOSED, THE MAGIC CAFE, CREATOR BURNOUT, PETER NARDI’S REFLECTIVE NUT SACK, HENRY HERRIS & MORE. CRAIG & LLOYD ARE BACK!! | The Magic Podcast Episode #98 1:23:25

4M ago1:23:25

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Get ready to laugh your socks off as Craig and Lloyd return with their signature blend of humour and insight! In this episode, they tackle the ups and downs of creator burnout (yes, even Peter Nardi’s reflective nut sacks get a mention), swap stories from The Magic Cafe, and discuss the one and only Henry Ferris. It's a rollercoaster ride of laughs…

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Scorpion - Drake: Episode 147 1:26:02

4M ago1:26:02

1:26:02

It's a Rollie, not a stopwatch. Drake don't ever stop, and neither does his 2018 double album Scorpion! This week we're learning about everyone's favorite star of Degrassi (remember that) and exploring every corner of his unique, chart-topping style. We'll hear Sandra's Rose bloom with 25 rap and R&B-influenced hits full of hidden lyrical gems that…

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A Friendship Revolution with Rhaina Cohen 56:28

4M ago56:28

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Trevor is finally getting married! Just kidding. Rhaina Cohen, author of The Other Significant Others, helps Trevor, Christiana, and Josh envision a society where marriage isn’t the only committed relationship we rely on and makes the case for profound emotional friendships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Whoever's In New England - Reba McEntire: Episode 146 1:14:43

4M ago1:14:43

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She's a single mom who works two jobs, who loves her kids and never stops... she's a Survivor, and she's Reba McEntire!! James & Connor are discovering Whoever's In New England this week with her ballad-laden, breakthrough tenth record! We petition the Oklahoma Music Hall Of Fame and journey from her rodeo origins to the biggest stages in country m…

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A Case for Compassion 59:58

4M ago59:58

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This week on the podcast… Amazon’s Wizard of Oz moment. Plus, Trevor invents a new dating app, why Josh has the perfect name for big corporations, and Christiana announces she’s raising the first Nigerian president of the United States. But the big idea Trevor, Christiana, and Josh get into: masculinity, violence, and why young people, especially y…

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The Lost Years - The Strike: Episode 145 (Connor's Pick) 1:33:15

5M ago1:33:15

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Oh, honey, let's ride!! We're celebrating Connor's birthday (DEFINITELY not forgetting it again!) with his newest pick: The Strike's 2022 album The Lost Years! We first discovered their single Overtime on our Singles Episode (#15) and now we're going All The Way with a dozen Painkillers that are anything but Nothing New. It's a feel-good, good-time…

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Orlando Bloom’s Life on the Edge [VIDEO] 58:21

5M ago58:21

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Trevor chats with actor, adventurer, and producer Orlando Bloom, who takes Trevor behind the scenes of his thrill-seeking new documentary series, To the Edge. Orlando also talks about his early career, discusses why one terrifying fall from a balcony changed his life, and reveals why Katy Perry talks to him about “the sandcastle of life.” Learn mor…

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97: NEW PRODUCTS, YOUNG MAGICIAN OF THE YEAR, SCOTT ALEXANDER, AND LACK OF SUBSTANCE. THE MAGIC PODCAST IS BACK!! | The Magic Podcast Episode #97 1:33:03

5M ago1:33:03

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Yo, it's time to dive into the magical unknown, Where new products shine and young magicians have grown, Scott Alexander, we'll honour your name, In this world of illusions, we're all players in the game. Welcome back to The Magic Podcast, where we bring the heat, Discussing tricks, treats, and feats that can't be beat. From sheep jokes to swearing…

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Badmotorfinger - Soundgarden: Episode 144 1:24:42

5M ago1:24:42

1:24:42

Looking California and feeling Minnesota? Well you've come to the right place! James and Connor are breaking our Rusty Cage this week and exploring the Mind Riot of Soundgarden's 1991 album Badmotorfinger! We'll talk about the actual garden of sound that gave the band their name, the science of cryptozoology, and the black hole that almost had a ve…

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Eclipse Week [VIDEO] 53:10

5M ago53:10

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With Trevor back from a week in Bhutan where he just may have found inner peace (unless it was just something he ate), this week Trevor, Christiana Mbakwe Medina, and Josh Johnson discuss ROCKS—those on the ground, those in space, and the one who goes by Dwayne Johnson. They also debate whether pushups can cure a gambling addiction and why the sun …

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21 - Adele: Episode 143 1:22:50

5M ago1:22:50

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Rumour Has It we're spinning Adele this week.. She Set Fire To The Rain with her unforgettable coming-of-age breakup record 21 and now the tables have turned and we get to talk about it! From music fan to music student to early-life crisis to international superstar, find out what turned her into a mononymous household name. The Mixtaper has more f…

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Some Fun Thought Experiments 53:30

5M ago53:30

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To celebrate the season’s halfway mark, Trevor and his friends Josh Johnson and Christiana Mbakwe Medina share some never-before-heard moments from Trevor’s favorite episodes and revisit some of the show’s most fun “thought experiments” to date. And they all still swear they’re not conspiracy theorists, but you be the judge. Learn more about your a…

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