Best Hits Don T Lie Podcasts (2024)

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A History of the Palestinian Solidarity Movement Through One Activist's Life Story 51:46

3m ago51:46

51:46

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netenyahu’s July 24th address to a joint session of the U.S. Congress was skipped by roughly half of the Democratic caucus, including the party's new presidential candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris. This marks a shift in Democratic Party politics around Israel and Palestine after nearly 10 months of mass protest…

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Can You Allow Yourself to Mess Up? Let’s Talk About Perfectionism and How to Open Yourself Up to More Magic in Your Life and Business (Ep. 11) 28:19

3h ago28:19

28:19

As soon as I finished editing this episode of Hustle Heart, I texted my best friends to tell them not just that I would love for them to listen to this episode, but that I need them to. Here’s why: for years, I've been telling them about how I’m filled with fears—about work, money, my relationship with my now ex, my family, and my future. It feels …

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Episode 171—Summer, Again 43:26

5h ago43:26

43:26

It’s time for the annual Print Run Summer Check-In, where we list out all the ways we’re both keeping it together and losing our marbles. Summer is strange time in publishing, and it leads us to a conversation on deep work versus shallow, frenetic work, how we manage our interior creative selves in relation to the job, and the chaos that is sure to…

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Did 44,000 Black Women Just Close Dems' 'Enthusiasm Gap' in One Zoom Call? 22:25

5m ago22:25

22:25

Perhaps you’ve noticed: the news is newsing in overdrive lately. Notes from America is meeting the moment with an extra podcast drop on Thursdays starting today. Welcome to On the Call, a pop-up podcast series of conversations about politics, voters and democracy right now. While most of America was still processing the news that President Joe Bide…

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(Classic) Top 5 80’s Action Trailers: Twisters//14 Peaks: Nothing is Impossible 2:33:11

18m ago2:33:11

2:33:11

Bryan and Anderson review Twisters and 14 Peaks: Nothing is Impossible (from assigner Andrew Potts).Then the boys throw to a classic episode Top 5 80s Action Trailers! This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/FILMVAULT and get on your way to being your best self. $25 General Admission - Venmo Film Va…

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Biden Was Their Candidate. How Are Americans Feeling Now That Kamala Harris Is Poised To Replace Him? 50:15

8d ago50:15

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“The call was coming from inside the house,” says Fordham University political scientist Christina Greer about the pressure campaign Democrats applied to President Joe Biden in the weeks since his debate against Republican contender Donald Trump. Biden’s fitness for another four-year term had been called into question, and although he seemed determ…

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What it Really Means When You Don’t Feel SEEN. Will it Help When You Become Louder?! Two Truths and a Lie, Alex’ Drops The Mic (Ep 10) 46:12

2h ago46:12

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Can you relate to the feeling of not being heard and seen for who you truly are? Because I can, I certainly do. That feeling, of course, is everchanging. Sometimes it is hard to identify once there. I normalized it by thinking: “Oh it’s fine, people are probably busy” or “Oh it wasn’t such an original idea after all”. I’ve even gone to the point of…

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Top 5 Actors Who Can Play Heroes and Villains: Longlegs//Sing Sing//You Can Count on Me//Twister//The Guv'nor 1:48:47

1d ago1:48:47

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Bryan and Anderson review Longlegs, Sing Sing, Twister, You Can Count on Me and The Guv’nor (from assigner Travis Berry). Then the boys pay homage to some rangy actors with Top 5 Actors Who Can Play Heroes and Villains! This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/FILMVAULT and get on your way to being y…

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Trump Assassination Attempt Exposes Security Concerns, Conspiracy Theories and a Democracy In Danger 51:38

16m ago51:38

51:38

Federal investigators are charged with uncovering how a 20-year-old man was able to use an automatic rifle from a rooftop just outside of a campaign rally for Donald Trump to open fire, killing one attendee and injuring others, including the former president. The horrific images from the rally flooded social media timelines, followed by conspiracy …

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Would You Bet a Million Dollars on Yourself?! Lets Talk About Self Doubt, Self Sabotage and Your Tendency to Overthink Descissions (Ep 9) 56:22

6h ago56:22

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Alex starts this episode with this question: “Would you bet a million dollars on yourself?” You probably think that most people would immediately say yes to this question, but I know that you, just like me, would begin to wonder about the meaning of this idea and all the layers at play. It is so confronting because it teases a reflection regarding …

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Top 5 Vacation Movies: MaXXXine//Axel F//When Evil Lurks 2:16:26

2d ago2:16:26

2:16:26

Bryan and Anderson review MaXXXine, Axel F, and When Evil Lurks (from assigner Josh Butler).Then the boys kick back and countdown Top 5 Vacation Movies! This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/FILMVAULT and get on your way to being your best self. $25 General Admission - Venmo Film Vault Live Show T…

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What 100 Years Of Audio Can Tell Us About Black Americans and Belonging 51:36

7d ago51:36

51:36

WNYC, the most listened-to public radio station in America and the production home of this podcast, turns 100 years old this year. Its audio archives are full of gems from history — including voices, interviews and performances from some of the most well-known Black Americans of the 20th century. In this episode, host Kai Wright digs through some o…

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Consistency Should Not be the Goal! If You Feel Frustrated by Your Inconsistency or Lack of Following Through, This Episode will Help You Hit Your Real Goals (Ep 8) 34:53

6d ago34:53

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Isn't it the worst feeling when you set out to do something and you just keep falling short? You feel you are always being inconsistent or maybe just lack follow-through. Have you ever thought "Why am I always getting in my own way, what is wrong with me?!" It's the worst! It feels just as if you're letting yourself down, almost as if you were your…

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Episode 170—A Culture of Mistrust 56:32

11d ago56:32

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On the heels of some recent discourse on the trust between querying writers and agents managing submission piles, we go long on the culture of trust–or lack thereof–that exists between these two parts of the publishing industry, why it occurs, and what could fix it. We talk about the nature of ideas and copyright, the structures of the modern liter…

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Top 5 Patriotic Characters: A Quiet Place: Day One//Hundreds of Beavers//Mouth of Madness 2:00:50

10d ago2:00:50

2:00:50

Bryan and Anderson review A Quiet Place: Day One, Hundreds of Beavers, and Mouth of Madness (from assigner Anthony Morfitt).Then the boys celebrate America’s birthday with Top 5 Patriotic Characters! $25 General Admission - Venmo Film Vault Live Show Ticket - General Admission - PayPal VIP Pre-Party - PayPal Loaded for Bear New Promo Video! The Fil…

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Biden's Struggles, Trump's Lies and What Your Post-Debate Depression Means for November 50:36

12d ago50:36

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When President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump shared the stage for the first presidential debate of the 2024 election season, it was memorable for all the wrong reasons. Namely, it displayed a concern of many Americans: Biden’s age and acuity. We watched two men, both in the late years of their lives, both of whom have already spent de…

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Top 5 Brothers and Sisters: The Bikeriders//Kinds of Kindness//The Daytrippers 2:05:53

16d ago2:05:53

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Bryan and Anderson review Inside The Bikeriders, Kinds of Kindness, and The Daytrippers (from assigner Jonathan Mooser).Then the boys pay tribute to very specific sets of siblings with Top 5 Brothers and Sisters! $25 Patreon General Admission - Venmo Film Vault Live Show Ticket - General Admission - PayPal Loaded for Bear New Promo Video! The Film …

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Can American democracy ever be truly democratic? 50:34

19d ago50:34

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Minority rule – by which a few get to decide the outcomes for many – is eroding American democracy at nearly every level, according to veteran journalist Ari Berman, author of Minority Rule: the Right-Wing Attack on the Will of the People―and the Fight to Resist It. In this episode, host Kai Wright talks to Berman about how the U.S. has been in a p…

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Can You Really Make a Bad Decision? Let’s Debunk Your Fear of Failure! (Ep 7) 41:28

1M ago41:28

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Decision-making can be such a scary thing because it often comes with doubt, fear of the future, and definitely fear of failure. Let’s entertain this idea: when we’re making a decision, regardless of the type, we picture all potential scenarios, ask for guidance from friends or a higher power, and approach the decision without fully knowing the out…

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Top 5 Unlikely Action Stars: Inside Out 2//Snack Shack//RenFaire//Say Hey, Willie Mays!//Judgment at Nuremberg 2:20:19

23d ago2:20:19

2:20:19

Bryan and Anderson review Inside Out 2, Snack Shack, Say Hey Willie Mays and Judgment at Nuremberg (from assigner Matt Rixner).Then the boys honor the underappreciated with Top 5 Unlikely Action Stars! Loaded for Bear New Promo Video! The Film Vault on Youtube TFV Patreon is Here for Even More Film Vault Anderson’s new doc: Loaded for Bear Atty’s A…

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How Black People Built American Democracy: A Juneteenth Celebration 50:24

26d ago50:24

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The promise of American democracy could not be fulfilled until all Americans were free. Following the moment of Black liberation marked by Juneteenth, Black Americans began the ongoing project of securing and protecting their rights to vote, and to lead. In this special Juneteenth episode, host Kai Wright traces the lineage of our democracy being a…

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The Ongoing Journey Of Embracing Radical Self-Ownership… And How Alex’s Heart Went From Broken To Cracked Open (Ep 6) 1:02:28

1M ago1:02:28

1:02:28

At Hustle Heart Podcast, we strive to keep the tone as authentic and honest as possible because we believe that a community striving for success can only be built by embracing both our light and our shadows. In this episode, Alex gives us an update since the last release. In episode 5, Alex shared how her relationship was going through a rough patc…

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Message Received: Listener Questions About Trump, What ‘The Wiz’ Means and Stories About Summer 15:29

30d ago15:29

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Back in April, some of our listeners told us they were “Trump curious.” A few months later, the former president is now a convicted criminal and other listeners have lingering questions. The Notes from America inbox is always teeming with interesting takes from our audience and in this episode, host Kai Wright is joined by producer Regina de Heer t…

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Top 5 Cultured Villains: Hit Man//Bad Boys: Ride or Die//Coffee Table//The Guest 2:26:23

1M ago2:26:23

2:26:23

Bryan and Anderson review Hit Man, Bad Boys: Ride or Die, Coffee Table and The Guest (from assigner John Campbell). Then the boys get snooty with Top 5 Cultured Villains! Loaded for Bear New Promo Video! The Film Vault on Youtube TFV Patreon is Here for Even More Film Vault Anderson’s new doc: Loaded for Bear Atty’s Antiques COMEDY CONFESSIONAL Lis…

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Tony-Nominated Playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins on Using Theater to Make Sense of Nonsense 45:27

1M ago45:27

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Ten years after its original staging, “Appropriate” has received eight Tony Award nominations. Playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins talks about the moments of his life that inspired it. The play tells the story of three siblings reuniting in their family home after the death of their father. Charged with going through his belongings, the children disc…

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A Raw And Intimate Conversation On Transforming Pain Into Power (Ep 5) 48:17

2M ago48:17

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In this intimate and raw episode, Alex invites us to reflect on the importance of taking radical responsibility for our happiness and fulfillment, as she opens up about a personal journey of betrayal, grief, self-discovery, and transformation. Throughout the episode, Alex shares a deeply personal story of heartbreak and betrayal, and how despite th…

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Top 5 Movie Universes: Hit Man//Godzilla Minus One//Ezra//The Contestant///Alice in the Cities 2:29:44

1M ago2:29:44

2:29:44

Bryan and Anderson review Hit Man, Godzilla Minus One, Ezra, The Contestant, and Alice in the Cities (from assigner Nick Eats Cake).Then the boys countdown Top 5 Movie Universes. Loaded for Bear New Promo Video! The Film Vault on Youtube TFV Patreon is Here for Even More Film Vault Anderson’s new doc: Loaded for Bear Atty’s Antiques COMEDY CONFESSI…

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Still In Recovery From Being Shot, Hisham Awartani Commits To a Summer of Activism 15:18

2M ago15:18

15:18

Notes from America producer Suzanne Gaber returns to the campus of Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, for an update on Hisham Awartani, a 21-year-old student of Palestinian descent, who was paralyzed after being shot during a holiday break in Vermont in 2023. As Awartani continues to work on his physical recovery and navigating life in a…

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Is Donald Trump's Historic Felony Conviction Just a Part of Our New Political Normal? 38:46

1M ago38:46

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Last week, a jury in Manhattan handed down a guilty verdict in the hush money trial of Donald J. Trump for 34 counts related to falsifying business records to influence the 2016 election. Even though the verdict made Trump the first former president to be convicted of felony crimes, most American voters say the outcome of the trial doesn’t make muc…

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How To Deal With Your Inner Critic To Start Living From A Place Of Pleasure (Ep 4) 32:55

2M ago32:55

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If you’re here it’s because, just like us, you want it all. You want the success of a blooming business and the joy of a calm life filled with healthy and growing relationships. But just like us, you are aware that we can only achieve external pleasure and success if our journey is of deep reflection… and that comes with countless challenges. In th…

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Top 5 Quitting Scenes: Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga//The Last Stop in Yuma County//Happy Feet 2:47:20

1M ago2:47:20

2:47:20

Bryan and Anderson review Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, The Last Stop in Yuma, and Happy Feet. Then the boys countdown dive into Bryan McCulley’s topic, Top 5 Quitting Scenes. Loaded for Bear New Promo Video! The Film Vault on Youtube TFV Patreon is Here for Even More Film Vault Anderson’s new doc: Loaded for Bear Atty’s Antiques COMEDY CONFESSIONAL Lis…

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What Does It Mean To Be Free? 50:11

2M ago50:11

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Author Ayana Mathis' new novel, The Unsettled, is an intergenerational story centered around one Black family’s struggle to find freedom in the 1980s. Like her previous work, migration and movement are major themes in the book. But this time, her characters are at a crossroads, unsure of their next step in search of self-determination. Mathis joins…

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How To Start Redefining Success On Your Terms As A Busy Female Entrepreneur (Ep 2) 37:53

2M ago37:53

37:53

In this podcast episode of Hustle Heart, we dive into the importance of becoming unapologetic about one's identity, desires, and needs. Why? Because becoming who you are truly meant to be is the only path to unavoidable success in business and life. But becoming and embodying the wholeness of oneself is not as easy as many people may make it sound.…

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How To Break Free From The "Good Girl Trap" By Using Frustration And Resentment To Fuel Your Dream Business (Ep 3) 42:49

2M ago42:49

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We often hear that the force that moves us forward in life and business is love, but what if I told you that resentment and frustration can also be a creator energy? In this episode of Hustle Heart, we dive deep into resentment, frustration, and the fears that come with stepping out of our comfort zones, as facing these shadows is an uncomfortable …

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Welcome to Hustle Heart, The Show For Female Entrepreneurs Who Desire Less Hustle And More Flow In Business And Life (Ep 1) 1:14:54

2M ago1:14:54

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Welcome to The Hustle Heart Podcast, the show for female entrepreneurs who desire less hustle and more flow in business and life. Hustle Heart is a podcast on a mission to support female entrepreneurs on their journey to redefine success and create a life and business that not only looks good but feels good too. This show is for high-achieving wome…

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Top 5 Post-Apocalyptic Movies: IF//I Saw the TV Glow//Devs//Frankenhooker 2:19:25

2M ago2:19:25

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Bryan and Anderson review IF, I Saw the TV Glow, Devs and Frankenhooker (from assigner Andrew Martin). Then, in honor of Furiosa, the boys countdown the Top 5 Post-Apocalyptic Movies of all time! …and Cosmoball… Loaded for Bear New Promo Video! The Film Vault on Youtube TFV Patreon is Here for Even More Film Vault Anderson’s new doc: Loaded for Bea…

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Class Of 2024 Grads Reflect On Being Expected to Change the World 49:11

2M ago49:11

49:11

We should all know by now how foolish it is to underestimate youth. Gen Z, the generation of people born between 1997 and 2012, has already changed the world in ways that no one could have anticipated, from mass protests against gun violence to international movements to reckon with climate change. For members of this generation who are part of the…

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Top 5 Movies That Take Place in Real Time: Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes//Late Night with the Devil//Little Monsters 2:36:15

2M ago2:36:15

2:36:15

Bryan and Anderson review Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, Late Night with the Devil, and Little Monsters (from assigner Eric Robbins). Then the boys countdown their Top 5 Movies That Take Place in Real Time! Loaded for Bear New Promo Video! The Film Vault on Youtube TFV Patreon is Here for Even More Film Vault Anderson’s new doc: Loaded for Bear…

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Why Divestment Is At the Core of Student Protests 51:13

2M ago51:13

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While news coverage has been justifiably focused on the aggressive police response to anti-war college protests at campuses around the country, it’s noteworthy that a handful of U.S. schools have agreed to come to the table with students and discuss their demands. At the top of the list for many campus activists: divestment. At Brown University, wh…

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Top 5 Stunts: The Fall Guy//Devs//The Contestant//Serenity 2:34:09

2M ago2:34:09

2:34:09

Bryan and Anderson review The Fall Guy, The Contestant, Devs and Serenity (from assigner Eric Robbins). Then the boys celebrate Hollywood’s death defying shots with Top 5 Stunts! Loaded for Bear New Promo Video! The Film Vault on Youtube TFV Patreon is Here for Even More Film Vault Anderson’s new doc: Loaded for Bear Atty’s Antiques COMEDY CONFESSI…

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What ‘The Wiz’ Was And Is to Black Culture 49:56

3M ago49:56

49:56

The iconic musical “The Wiz” has returned to Broadway. The Black take on “The Wizard of Oz” debuted in 1974, featuring theater stars such as Stephanie Mills, André De Shields and Dee Dee Bridgewater. It was later adapted as a film starring Diana Ross, Lena Horne and Michael Jackson. After decades of countless local stage productions and bootleg VHS…

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Hustle Heart Podcast (Trailer) 2:31

3M ago2:31

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Welcome to The Hustle Heart Podcast, a profoundly intimate and inspiring show hosted by Life and Empowerment Coach, Alex Filipe. Alex is on a mission to guide successful female entrepreneurs who find themselves on the brink of burnout. She helps them leverage their inner strength and resources to rise above setbacks and embark on a transformative j…

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Top 5 Douchiest Characters: Challengers//Rebel//Perfect Blue 2:06:32

3M ago2:06:32

2:06:32

Bryan and Anderson review the sweat soaked Challengers, Rebel and Perfect Blue (from assigner Tyler Booth). Then the boys revamp a topic from 2013, Top 5 Douchiest Characters! Loaded for Bear New Promo Video! The Film Vault on Youtube TFV Patreon is Here for Even More Film Vault Anderson’s new doc: Loaded for Bear Atty’s Antiques COMEDY CONFESSIONA…

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Tonya Mosley Reckons with a Dark Family Story and Holds Tight to Hope in the Podcast She Has a Name 50:28

3M ago50:28

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Tonya Mosley's voice is familiar to millions of public radio listeners across the country. She co-hosted NPR's midday news show Here and Now for several years before becoming co-host of Fresh Air in 2022. Now, the award-winning audio journalist is taking listeners on a personal journey. Around two decades ago, Mosley was just at the start of her ca…

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Summer Preview 2024: The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare//Shogun//Fallout//The Machine//Dicks: The Musical//RMN 2:23:28

3M ago2:23:28

2:23:28

Bryan and Anderson review The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, Shogun, Fallout, The Machine, Dicks: The Musical, and RMN (from assigner TJ Tutt). Then the boys eagerly anticipate the months ahead with our Top 5 Summer Preview. The Film Vault on Youtube TFV Patreon is Here for Even More Film Vault Anderson’s new doc: Loaded for Bear Atty’s Antique…

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How This Passover Feels Different For Many Jewish Americans 49:37

3M ago49:37

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Nearly seven months after October 7th and the start of the war in Gaza, emotions over the violence and devastation are still running hot here in the U.S, and inspiring an exercise in self-reflection for many Jewish Americans. It’s a confusing and anxious moment to celebrate Passover, marked this year by personal and communal crises over Israel, ris…

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