Best David Peck Podcasts (2024)

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EP 216 - The Mystery of the Capitol Hill Thug 1:03:32

2h ago1:03:32

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Ep 216 is loose! And a man stalks the streets of Denver armed with a club, looking for victims... Why were women being attacked in the streets? Who was the culprit? And why were the police so bad at everything? The secret ingredient is...a soul! Get cocktails, poisoning stories and historical true crime tales every week by following and subscribing…

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Episode 232 | How “To Dye For” Came to Life 1:02:43

30m ago1:02:43

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Special guests, Whitney and Brandon Cawood, take us behind the scenes of their groundbreaking documentary, To Dye For. This eye-opening film dives deep into the hidden dangers of synthetic dyes and their adverse effects on individuals and families. By incorporating a unique blend of vlog-style storytelling, expert interviews, and emotional family t…

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Ep 215 - Arthur Waite & The Pecks of Grand Rapids 53:50

1h ago53:50

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Ep 215 is loose! And we have the story of John and Hannah Peck of Grand Rapids and their sudden deaths... Who would want these very wealthy people dead? What was Arthur Waite's real story? And are germs the greatest poison of them all? The secret ingredient is...marmalade! Get cocktails, poisoning stories and historical true crime tales every week …

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Rep. James Clyburn on Democrats' enthusiasm around the Harris-Walz presidential campaign 22:25

6m ago22:25

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Rep. James Clyburn (D-S.C.) joins The Post's Jonathan Capehart from the Democratic National Convention in Chicago to talk about the Harris-Walz 2024 campaign strategy, the prospects for Democrats to regain control of the House of Representatives and why he feels Kamala Harris' 2024 campaign "surpasses" Barack Obama's 2008 campaign run.Conversation …

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Episode 231 | Escaping Twin Flames Interview w/ Cecilia Peck and Inbal B. Lessner 57:44

3h ago57:44

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Cecilia Peck (executive producer) and Inbal B. Lessner (editor) are the creators of Netflix's 2023 doc series, Escaping Twin Flames. Together, they explore their personal journey as filmmakers, how they united as a powerful team, and how they brought this social issue to light. The conversation dives into the unsettling world of the Twin Flames Uni…

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Ep 214 - Henri Charrière & The Many Escapes 1:00:38

8d ago1:00:38

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Ep 214 is loose! And it's the tale of one Frenchman whose quest for freedom was legendary... Who was Henri? Did he commit the crimes he was accused of? And were all the jungle animals working in teams? The secret ingredient is....a butterfly! Get cocktails, poisoning stories and historical true crime tales every week by following and subscribing to…

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Best Of: The state of global press freedom and the threats to democracy 24:51

7d ago24:51

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On the heels of the historic prisoner swap that led to the release of detained journalists Evan Gershkovich and Alsu Kurmasheva, we revisit a conversation from Post Live's World Press Freedom Day May 3 event. Jonathan Capehart speaks with Committee to Protect Journalists CEO Jodie Ginsberg, RSF USA executive director Clayton Weimers and Radio Free …

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Episode 230 | Normandy Trip Update feat. Peyton Rabb 55:32

2h ago55:32

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DISCLAIMER -- *Documentary First Productions and it’s staff acknowledge the complexity of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Comments made in this video are meant to explore the complexity of violence rather than to promote or stand for a particular cause. -- In this week's episode of Documentary First, host Christian Taylor is joined by summ…

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Expert Witness : A.J. West & The Betrayal of Thomas True 1:02:27

2d ago1:02:27

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Come with us to the 'molly houses' of Georgian London, where there is song, celebration, and maybe a rat or two... In this installment of Expert Witness Sinead speaks to author A J West about his latest book, The Betrayal of Thomas True, a crime thriller and love story that explores the gay subculture of 18th century London. Expert Witness is a bon…

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EP 213 - The Life and Death of Christopher Marlowe 59:24

21d ago59:24

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Ep 213 is loose! And we're off to the theatre to tell the tale of one of England's more famous dramatic artists. Who WAS Christopher Marlowe? What did he spend his Buttery funds on? And who lies down playing backgammon? The secret ingredient is....Canterbury! Get cocktails, poisoning stories and historical true crime tales every week by following a…

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Linda Thomas-Greenfield on the humanitarian and displacement crisis in war-ravaged Sudan 17:52

6d ago17:52

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U.S. ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield joins The Post's Jonathan Capehart for a conversation about Sudan’s hunger and displacement crisis, the underlying conflict of the country’s civil war and the response from the international community.Conversation recorded on Tuesday, July 30, 2024.…

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Ep 212 - The mysterious Seal Chart Murder 53:12

25d ago53:12

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Ep 212 is loose and we have a murder most foul in Kent on our hands, but who is responsible? Who would want Caroline Luard dead? Did her husband have a secret? And is this the most tenuous cocktail ever? The secret ingredient is...a veranda! Get cocktails, poisoning stories and historical true crime tales every week by following and subscribing to …

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Best Of: In conversation with Vice President Kamala Harris 1:02:29

12d ago1:02:29

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As she sets the stage for her presidential campaign in the upcoming 2024 election, we revisit this conversation with Vice President Kamala Harris from 2019 as she sat down with Jonathan Capehart to discuss her memoir, upbringing and career in front of a live audience on the campus of George Washington University. Conversation recorded on Jan. 9, 20…

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Episode 229 | The Girl Who Wore Freedom Dream Team, Administration (Part 2) 54:32

22d ago54:32

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It's Part 2 of 3 in the Dream Team series, Christian Taylor, Todd Anderson, and David Paterson are back! They share about the release of "The Girl Who Wore Freedom" nationally to celebrate the 80th anniversary of D-Day. This time they dive into administration, specifically getting hard drives to movie theater owners, frustrations, failures, and all…

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Special Edition: First Look with the Post's Jonathan Capehart 1:28:18

18d ago1:28:18

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In a special expanded edition of First Look, Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) talked about Vice President Kamala Harris’s White House campaign, possibilities for her running mate and the political dynamic in his home state. Next, Post reporters and columnists discussed where the presidential contest goes from here and offered perspectives on a historic and u…

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Ep 211 - The Man Who Sold The Eiffel Tower 1:01:26

1M ago1:01:26

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Ep 211 is loose and it's time to tell the tale of Victor Lustig, a gentleman con artist with audacious schemes. Who was this well-dressed chap? How did he fool so much money out of so many people? And what are your 10 commandments of crime? The secret ingredient is...a box! Get cocktails, poisoning stories and historical true crime tales every week…

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Retired judge David Tatel on ‘Vision,’ D.C. circuit tenure and Supreme Court concerns 29:29

29d ago29:29

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Retired judge David Tatel joins The Post's Jonathan Capehart for a conversation about his new memoir, his rise to becoming a judge on the influential D.C. circuit, coming to terms with his blindness and his growing concern about the direction of the Supreme Court.Conversation recorded on Wednesday, July 10, 2024.…

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Ep 210 - The Legend of Butch Cassidy & The Sundance Kid 1:03:10

1M ago1:03:10

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Ep 210 is loose and we're off to the wild wild west to hear the story of two of the most famous outlaws of all time. What the story behind these two legends? How did they get their quirky names? And did they REALLY go out in a blaze of glory? The secret ingredient is...Argentina! Get cocktails, poisoning stories and historical true crime tales ever…

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Episode 228 | Deep Dive Into "Sea Change: The Gulf of Maine" w/ Brian Skerry 1:11:22

1M ago1:11:22

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Brian Skerry, a renowned documentary filmmaker and photojournalist specializing in marine wildlife discusses his journey in the industry and his latest documentary series, Sea Change, July 24 on PBS. Skerry shares how he started as a diver and developed a passion for underwater photography and filmmaking. He also talks about his transition from pho…

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Special Edition: First Look roundtable with Post reporters on what's at stake for American democracy 1:07:03

1M ago1:07:03

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In a special expanded edition of First Look, Post reporters and columnists discuss the debate in the Democratic party over Biden's candidacy, the upcoming Republican National Convention and the stakes for American democracy in the 2024 presidential election.Conversation recorded on Friday, July 12, 2024.…

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Ep 209 - David Rizzio, Lord Darnley & Mary Queen of Scots 1:18:36

1M ago1:18:36

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Ep 209 is loose, and we're back in one of our favourite eras, examining the chaotic murders that haunted Mary Queen of Scots. What is Mary's story as Queen? Why were the murders around her so significant? And have we solved the mystery of what the chair in the garden was used for? The secret ingredient is...Scotland! Get cocktails, poisoning storie…

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Anke Dietzsch: Effects of Pesticides on Native Bees and Honey Bees (030) 44:32

2M ago44:32

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In this episode of 2 Million Blossoms, host Dr. Kirsten Traynor sits down with Dr. Anke Dietzsch from the Institute for Bee Protection at the Julius Kühn Institute, Germany's Federal Research Centre for Cultivated Plants. Anke discusses her extensive research on the effects of pesticides on bee health, focusing on both honey bees and native wild be…

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Ep 208 - Al Capone, Public Enemy No. 1 1:07:48

2M ago1:07:48

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Ep 208 is loose and we have the story of possibly the most famous mobster of all time - Al Capone. Who was this larger than life kingpin? How did he get his nickname Scarface? And how do piano-wielding nuns figure in this tale? The secret ingredient is...Chicago! Get cocktails, poisoning stories and historical true crime tales every week by followi…

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Episode 227 |The Girl Who Wore Freedom Dream Team - Part 1 52:42

2M ago52:42

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Our dream team who was in charge of releasing "The Girl Who Wore Freedom" in theaters for the 80th anniversary of D-day, June 6, 2024 reunite! They offer a behind-the-scenes look into the herculean effort in getting our first documentary successfully on the big screen. Throughout the conversation, the team emphasizes the importance of crafting comp…

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Ep 207 - The Many Cons of Amy Bock 54:43

2M ago54:43

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Ep 207 is loose, and it's time for the tale of Amy Bock and her many scams. Who was this fraud-loving lady? What drove her to con so many people? And could Nick be more shocked in this episode? The secret ingredient is...a wedding! Get cocktails, poisoning stories and historical true crime tales every week by following and subscribing to The Poison…

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Happiness, Buddhism & Living Well - Part 2 33:08

2M ago33:08

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Part two of a Four Part Series on Happiness, Buddhism and Living Well Master Hun Khemra, Noem Chunny and Face2Face host David Peck had four conversations about meditative mindsets, Buddhism, the East meeting the West, kindness, peace, happiness and contentment and its impact on all cultures and about how to live well. This is part one. Part 2 of a …

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Ep 206 - Gregor MacGregor & The Land That Never Was 1:08:33

2M ago1:08:33

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Ep 206 is loose, and we have the tale of one of the boldest confidence tricks in history! Who was Gregor MacGregor? Where was the wonderous land of Poyais? And how many medals can a man wear and still walk? The secret ingredient is...the island of Curaçao! Sources this week inclue: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gregor_MacGregor allthatsinteresting.com/greg…

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Best Of: Alex Edelman on ‘Just For Us’ and comedy as “a high-wire, high-risk act” 34:43

2M ago34:43

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Alex Edelman has just won a Tony award for his Broadway solo stand-up show "Just for Us" that he also turned into a HBO special. In this encore presentation from April, Edelman talks about exploring antisemitism through humor in the hit show and why the special “felt conversant with the moment but also sort of an escape from” Hamas’s October 7 atta…

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Episode 226 | Saffron Cassaday, Directing a Film About Poop 43:16

2M ago43:16

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After suffering from Ulcerative Colitis for nearly a decade, filmmaker Saffron Cassaday tried a new treatment known as Fecal Microbiota Transplant: taking stool from a healthy donor and implanting it into the gut of a sick patient. She chronicles this journey in DESIGNER $HIT, https://geni.us/DesignerShit. We were fortunate to have her on the podca…

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Ep 205 - Thief-Taking & Thievery with Jonathan Wild 1:03:11

2M ago1:03:11

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Ep 205 is loose! And we have a duplicitous rogue for you this week in the shape of supposed thief-taker Jonathan Wild. Who was this 1700s 'gent'? How did he know where all the thieves were? And will we ever get over this week's cocktail? The secret ingredient is...a buttock! Get cocktails, poisoning stories and historical true crime tales every wee…

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Deborah Lipstadt on the rise of antisemitism, threats to democracy and lessons from history 29:48

3M ago29:48

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Historian and special envoy to monitor and combat antisemitism Deborah Lipstadt joins The Post’s Jonathan Capehart for a conversation about the spike in antisemitism following the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel, her role at the State Department, her scholarship about the Holocaust and the lessons of the past for today.Conversation recorded on Thursd…

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Episode 225 | Human Swiss Army Knife Filmmaking w/ Josh Haygood 53:50

3M ago53:50

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Did you ever wonder if a "Human Swiss Army Knife" of filmmaking existed? Well, in this episode, you'll meet one: Josh Haygood, also known as "The Fixer." Join us as Christian and Josh chat about how Josh got into filmmaking, transitioning from photography to moving pictures. From his time in Vietnam, devouring National Geographic, to landing jobs w…

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Ep 204 - Who Killed Harry Oakes? 1:04:07

2M ago1:04:07

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Ep 204 is loose! And we're on a journey to the USA, Canada and The Bahamas to find out what happened to Sir Harry Oakes. Who was this self-made man? How was a King involved in his story? And how will YOU be celebrating Pride? The secret ingredient is...a King! Get cocktails, poisoning stories and historical true crime tales every week by following …

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Ep 203 - Daniel Good & The Preliminary Police 56:44

3M ago56:44

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Ep 203 is loose, and we have a body in a stable, a policed-up London and a lot of people saying 'what's all this then?' Who was Daniel Good? Why did a pair of trousers uncover a murder? And how does no one spot a man carrying a bed?! The secret ingredient is...the police! Get cocktails, poisoning stories and historical true crime tales every week b…

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Best Of: Alicia Roth Weigel on new documentary about intersex community 30:39

2M ago30:39

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Following its success as a 45th annual Telly Award winner in the DEI category, we revisit a 2023 conversation with Alicia Roth Weigel, an activist profiled in “Every Body," a new documentary exploring the lives of intersex people who are born with a combination of male and female biological traits as she discusses the intersex community, gender ide…

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Keeping Bees in Cameroon with Dr. Mazi Sanda (029) 31:10

3M ago31:10

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In this episode, host Dr. Kirsten Traynor welcomes bee scientist Dr. Mazi Sanda from Cameroon. Dr. Sanda, who currently resides in Germany as part of the PLAN4BEE project, shares his journey into the world of bees, starting from his childhood fascination with insects to his professional research at the University of Ngaoundere. He provides a captiv…

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Bonus Episode | The Genesis of TGWWF - "AM 560 The Answer" 21:34

3M ago21:34

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Hey podcast listeners, in anticipation for our limited theatrical release on D-Day, we are sharing a special segment where Christian Taylor was featured on "The Real Story with Jeanne Ives" aired May 26, 2024. Tune in to hear the beginnings of how Taylor got into directing and for updates on "Heroes of Carentan". Stream "The Girl Who Wore Freedom" …

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Ep 202 - Aleister Crowley Part II : The Magic Spirals 1:24:38

3M ago1:24:38

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It's Part II of our deep dive into the life and magic of occultist Aleister Crowley. As he builds his new religion, he alienates those closest to him and then there's that sex magic business.... What did Crowley truly believe? Did he see an alien by accident? And what do you use your orgasms for? The secret ingredient is...a demon! Get cocktails, p…

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Episode 224 | D-Day Theatrical Release, Guest: David Paterson (The Girl Who Wore Freedom) 57:45

3M ago57:45

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In this episode, Christian and David Paterson discuss the FIRST ever theatrical release of "The Girl Who Wore Freedom"! They highlight the importance of knowing your audience, reaching out to mom-and-pop theaters, and independent film distribution overall. The conversation explores the reasoning behind having a limited theatrical release for our do…

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Hoa Xuande on his breakout role in 'The Sympathizer' and his journey from Australia to Hollywood 29:00

3M ago29:00

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Actor Hoa Xuande, star of the new espionage thriller "The Sympathizer," talks about his role as a double agent in the miniseries, how the show reexamines the Vietnam war through the Vietnamese perspective and how growing up in Australia led him on a path to "figure out who he really is."Conversation recorded on Thursday, May 23 2024.…

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Ep 201 - The Magic & Mystery of Aleister Crowley Part I 1:18:44

4M ago1:18:44

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We're back for season 5 and are diving into the story of occultist, magician, writer and (checks notes) mountaineer, Aleister Crowley. In the first of 2 episodes, we dive deep into the enigmatic life of Aleister Crowley to find the man behind the myths. Was much known about his childhood? How did he join the Golden Dawn? And how do you do a magic s…

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Robert Kagan on his latest book 'Rebellion,' and why a country led by Trump would be 'frightening' 31:51

3M ago31:51

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Historian and Washington Post editor at large Robert Kagan joins The Post’s Jonathan Capehart for a conversation about the stakes in the 2024 presidential election, the historical parallels to this moment in American politics and what he calls the “anti-liberal rebellion.”Conversation recorded on Thursday, May 16, 2024.…

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Episode 223 | Documenting the $40 Billion Industry of NFTs 1:00:37

4M ago1:00:37

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In this episode, Christian Taylor interviews Nicholas Bruckman, the director of the documentary film 'Minted'. They discuss the film, which explores the world of NFTs (non-fungible tokens) and the artists who have embraced this new technology. Bruckman shares how he discovered the story and gained access to the artists involved. The film follows di…

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The state of global press freedom and the threats to democracy 25:10

4M ago25:10

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During Washington Post Live's World Press Freedom Day event on May 3, Jodie Ginsberg, CEO of the Committee to Protect Journalists, Clayton Weimers, executive director of RSF USA and president and CEO of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, Stephen Capus assess the state of global press freedom, ensuring the safety for journalists around the world, the …

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Bonus Patreon Release - The Tottenham Outrage 34:42

4M ago34:42

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Bonus release of one of our favourite Patreon episodes - The Tottenham Outrage. As Nick & Sinead are on their season break, this is a free release of our subscriber content from Patreon to keep you frantic. Enjoy this tale of a famous heist in London 1909 as two criminals try to outrun the law - and everyone else. Expect trams, horses, potatoes, a …

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Percival Everett on reimagining ‘The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn’ 27:43

4M ago27:43

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Acclaimed author Percival Everett joins The Post’s Jonathan Capehart for a conversation about Everett’s latest novel, “James,” which reexamines Jim from Mark Twain’s “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” in an attempt to give the character “control of his own story.” Everett also tackles the issue of book bans across the country, Twain’s use of the …

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Jon Bon Jovi on a new Hulu docuseries and the 40th anniversary of his band's debut album 29:13

4M ago29:13

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Legendary musician Jon Bon Jovi of the band Bon Jovi, joins The Post’s Jonathan Capehart for a conversation about the group’s new Hulu docuseries, “Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story,” which chronicles their journey from Jersey Shore clubs to some of the largest stages in the world, their trials and triumphs, what their legacy means and the 4…

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Episode 222 | The Crazy World of "Mad Props" 1:39:51

4M ago1:39:51

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In this episode, Christian provides an update on company developments and announces the upcoming trailer for our next documentary, "Heroes of Carentan." She gives an exclusive about the limited theatrical release of "The Girl Who Wore Freedom." Special guests, Tom Biolchini and Juan Pablo Reinoso, producer, director, and writer of "Mad Props," delv…

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Dr. Marla Spivak on Conquering Beekeeping Challenges (028) 35:30

4M ago35:30

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In this episode of 2 Million Blossoms, host Dr. Kirsten Traynor is joined by Dr. Marla Spivak, a renowned bee scientist and MacArthur Genius Award recipient. Together, they delve into the pivotal changes in beekeeping ushered in by the Varroa mite's arrival and explore the ongoing challenges it poses. Dr. Spivak shares insights from her decades of …

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Ep 200 - Season 4 Finale 1:52:55

4M ago1:52:55

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Ep 200 is here! To mark the end of season 4, Nick and Sinead share their highlights from the last 2 seasons and read listeners' thoughts on the funniest moments, scariest cases, silliest criminals and the greatest poison of them all. The secret ingredient is...everything! Huge thanks to everyone who contributed to this episode and for supporting us…

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