Best James River Records Podcasts (2024)

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Sen. Gary Peters on the fight for the Senate, Michigan and 2024 stakes 29:27

15m ago29:27

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Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mich.) joins The Post's Jonathan Capehart to discuss his role in defending the Democratic majority in the Senate, the Senate electoral map, the battleground state of Michigan and the stakes for the 2024 presidential election.Conversation recorded on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.By The Washington Post

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Bridge Over Troubled Water - Simon & Garfunkel: Episode 173 1:23:19

1h ago1:23:19

1:23:19

Hello, Darkness, my old friend.. This week we'll hear everything BUT the Sound Of Silence as we journey across a Bridge Over Troubled Water with Simon & Garfunkel! They wrote and recorded their final album while the breakup was imminent. We'll talk about this career retrospective and try to count all the times these childhood best friends quit spea…

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Michter's Sour Mash with Dan McKee Master Distiller and Andrea Wilson Master of Maturation [Extended Episode] 19:39

5d ago19:39

19:39

In a special extended episode, Dave and H are joined by Dan McKee the Master Distiller and Andrea Wilson Master of Maturation and COO of Michter's, for a pour of their Original Sour Mash Whiskey. Because of the time difference of the Australians, it's a nightcap, and for the Americans, it's a breakfast pour. They chat about the history of Michter's…

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Has Climate Change Made It Impossible to Break Sailing Records? | Into the Blue Podcast 26:50

8h ago26:50

26:50

Next year professional sailor and NOC ambassador Dee Caffari MBE is taking on the Trophee Jules Verne, a speed record around the world, with an all-female crew - but has climate change made the record impossible to break? Dee sits down with NOC's Dr Ben Moat to pose some of the questions she has over the challenges the ocean will pose while attempt…

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André Holland on 'Exhibiting Forgiveness' and the role of artists in 'social transformation' 29:15

5d ago29:15

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Actor André Holland best known for his standout performance in the Academy Award-winning movie “Moonlight" joins The Post’s Jonathan Capehart to discuss his new father-son drama “Exhibiting Forgiveness,” his upbringing in Alabama and his roles portraying historical Black figures on screen.Conversation recorded on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.…

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ANOTHER Halloween Thirteen - The Mixtaper's Mixtober Playlist Continues: Episode 172 55:50

12d ago55:50

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IT'S HERE! The Mixtaper is back for the grand finale of Mixtober and he's got a playlist full of ANOTHER 13 Halloween songs to get you into the spirit of the season! They're not the best thirteen, they're just thirteen of the best! Play along as James tries to guess each song through cryptic clues from Spinny-taper. Can he solve the riddles? Has he…

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Makers Mark 46 Cask Strength and what makes Cask Strength a Unique Pour 10:22

6d ago10:22

10:22

Dave and H share a pour from a smaller-than-usual bottle of a Cask Strength Makers 46. They chat about the '46' expression and what makes the cask strength approach a fun and different way to try some of your favourites. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Makers 46 Cask Strength02:54 Understanding Cask Strength Whiskey05:50 The Unique Process of Makers…

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Finding Beauty In Negative Spaces - Seether: Episode 171 1:28:35

12d ago1:28:35

1:28:35

Walk Away From The Sun and seethe into another Mixtober episode.. We're talking about Seether's monumental 2007 record Finding Beauty In Negative Spaces! It tackles Shaun "Cheerful" Morgan's breakup with singer Amy Lee as he grapples with the loss of his brother. We'll learn about Sarin Gas, meet Candace The Ghost, bless the rains (again), and find…

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Bob Woodward on ‘War’ and the upcoming presidential election 36:07

13d ago36:07

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Washington Post associate editor Bob Woodward joins The Post’s Jonathan Capehart to discuss his latest book, “War,” about the three concurrent conflicts seizing the world’s attention: the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East and the ongoing political battles in America.Conversation recorded on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.…

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Burton James Wheated Bourbon Single Barrel and the story of Burton James and the Moist County it comes from 11:43

13d ago11:43

11:43

Dave and H discuss the intricacies of Burton James bourbon with its creator, Shawn McCormick. They explore the unique characteristics of the bourbon, including its ingredients and aging process, as well as the interesting backstory involving baseball cards linked to Shawn's great grandfather. The discussion also delves into the complexities of alco…

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The Hidden Influence Marine Life Has on Our Climate | Into the Blue Podcast 20:42

20d ago20:42

20:42

Our oceans are teeming with marine life, especially in areas like the mysterious Twilight zone, but did you know that they play a vital part in our climate? NOC's Dr Adrian Martin and Dr Zoe Jacobs unpack the role they play in key climate systems like carbon storage and what the short and long term effects are in taking advantage of the benefits.Le…

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Three - Phantogram: Episode 170 1:17:34

19d ago1:17:34

1:17:34

Calling All Phantogram fans! We're keeping Mixtober rolling with their 2016 album Three (or Ӡ if you're cool)! Their unique, shoegazey style of sample-laden dark electropop makes for a captivating backdrop for this record that's anything but the Same Old Blues. We'll explore Big Bois and sound toys, learn how to be the best a man can be, and figure…

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Maha Abouelenein on the superpower of self-reliance and the importance of building a personal brand 27:40

20d ago27:40

27:40

Global communications strategist and author of the new book “7 Rules of Self-Reliance,” Maha Abouelenein joins The Post's Jonathan Capehart to discuss practical advice on how individuals can harness their inner potential, her learnings from her three-decade entrepreneurial career about mastering self-reliance and seizing opportunity in today’s worl…

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Watch Hill Definitive Series 01 and The Most Incredible Bourbon Bar in the World 9:43

20d ago9:43

9:43

Dave and H went to Watch Hill Proper looking for an amazing bourbon experience... and got they one. They also got a bottle of the very first release from the Watch Hill Proper Team, what might be the only bottle of this outside the US. Join them as they share their experience and share some reflections on how to have more fun with bourbon through b…

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James Balog and Bill Weir on the fate of Antarctica amid an increasingly warming planet 30:40

26d ago30:40

30:40

Environmental photographer, filmmaker and explorer James Balog and CNN anchor and chief climate correspondent Bill Weir join The Post's Jonathan Capehart from Washington Post Live's "This is Climate Summit" in New York City to discuss their work documenting the impact of a warming world on Antarctica’s glaciers and the positive stories they’ve seen…

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The Velvet Underground And Nico - The Velvet Underground And Nico: Episode 169 1:50:45

1M ago1:50:45

1:50:45

Peel slowly and see what we have in store this week-- it's The Velvet Underground And Nico! What happens when experimentalists Lou Reed and John Cale join forces with eccentric pop artist Andy Warhol? Turns out they make one of the most influential and regarded cult classic records of the late '60s. Its raunchy, suggestive, and provocative lyrics k…

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Kings County Bottled in Bond Bourbon and what Bottled in Bond Really Means 10:54

29d ago10:54

10:54

H and Dave chat about what Bottled in Bond really means, why it's important, and what makes Kings County from NYC unique. They also share their experience in the unique distillery in Brooklyn's Navy Yards and a pretty incredible distillery tour. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to King's County Distillery03:11 Understanding Bottled in Bond06:12 The Dist…

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NOC's Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV): Discovering the Secrets of the Seabed | Into the Blue Podcast 20:42

28d ago20:42

20:42

NOC is equipped with some of the most technologically advanced pieces of equipment in the world to carry out our groundbreaking science and at the forefront of this is our Remotely Operated Vehicle, or ROV. Emre Mutlu, a Software Engineer and one of NOC's ROV pilots, joins the podcast to give us the lowdown on the vehicles capabilities, some advent…

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Historian - Lucy Dacus: Episode 168 1:15:11

1M ago1:15:11

1:15:11

We'll take the Night Shift this week with Lucy Dacus' 2018 record Historian! This album explores the weighty emotions that come with the human condition, from finding purpose through the act of creating to facing death with courage. The Mixtaper is teaching us how to play with fire, singing to foliage, and shocking us with Fact Or Spin! Take care o…

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John Kerry on the role of U.S. diplomacy with China in combatting climate change globally 13:44

1M ago13:44

13:44

Former U.S. Secretary of State and Inaugural U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry joins The Post's Jonathan Capehart from Washington Post Live's "This is Climate Summit" in New York City to discuss the climate talks between China and the United States, the role of global cooperation to meet the generational challenge of protecting…

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Mickey Cohen 1:10:30

1M ago1:10:30

1:10:30

Mickey Cohen had friends in high places, from celebrities to televangelists to the LAPD. So what happened when one of the nation's most notorious mobsters tried to file his taxes as a legitimate hat salesman? Sources and show notes at this link

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Yellowstone Select | the Bourbon Named after a National Park 10:34

1M ago10:34

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While history has never been their strong suit, Dave and H explore the rich history and unique characteristics of Yellowstone Bourbon, produced by Limestone Branch Distillery. They discuss the distillery's origins, the Beam family's legacy in bourbon making, and their recent visit to the distillery, highlighting the personal touch and small-scale p…

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It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back - Public Enemy: Episode 167 1:36:24

2M ago1:36:24

1:36:24

Yeah, boy!! Get some bass for your face this week with It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back, the sophomore album from hip-hop pioneers Public Enemy! James & Connor will learn about Chuck D and Flavor Flav's moving van freestyles, Hank Shocklee's Bomb Squad and their iconic wall of noise, and more as we tackle exactly one hour of music. We'…

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Tara Parker-Pope and Robert Klitzman on cognitive decline and reducing stigma around aging 18:29

1M ago18:29

18:29

Washington Post Well+Being Editor Tara Parker Pope and professor of psychiatry at Columbia University Robert Klitzman join The Post's Jonathan Capehart for a conversation about how the impacts of cognitive decline in senior citizens, ways to keep your brain active and stimulated as you get older and reducing the stigma surrounding aging.Conversatio…

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Maker's Mark KYBF '24 Barrel Pick and a KYBF Wrap Up Recorded in Kentucky 10:46

1M ago10:46

10:46

Dave and H sit down, pop the top off their first bottle from the 2024 Kentucky Bourbon Festival, and debrief the best bits of the festival. From the pain of having to choose what bottles to bring back to Australia to the absolute pleasure of tasting the best bourbons in the world and meeting the people who make it, this episode is a wrap up and cel…

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James Ketchell's Bid to Be the FIRST Round the World by Air, Land AND Sea | Into the Blue Podcast 28:54

1M ago28:54

28:54

He's conquered Everest, he's rowed the Atlantic Ocean solo, he's cycled and flown around the world... and now he's going to sail around the world! NOC ambassador James Ketchell is the ultimate adventurer, and now he's joined Into the Blue to lift the lid on his incredible life and briefs us on his biggest adventure yet as he bids to become the firs…

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The Wellermen - The Wellermen: Episode 166 (Connor's Pick) 1:51:33

2M ago1:51:33

1:51:33

Ahoy! It's another Connor Pick, and he's taking us sailing on the seven seas with the self-titled debut of The Wellermen! Born from long-distance collaboration in the midst of a TikTok sea shanty craze, the group's signature deep bass folk style brings new life to 13 classics (although some are more classic than others)! After a shocking surprise r…

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Lucky Seven Holiday Toast and all the Christmas Flavours in a Toasted Barrel Bourbon 10:23

2M ago10:23

10:23

While you can't buy any bottles of the Lucky Seven expressions in Australia ... yet. The Aussie Bourbon Lovers have some stories about meeting they guys behind this great non-distiller producer (NDP) at Kentucky Bourbon Festival, who have a great backstory and some incredible bourbons. We're looking forward to seeing Lucky Seven bourbons Down Under…

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Backtracks: Willy And The Poor Boys - Creedence Clearwater Revival 18:35

2M ago18:35

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Bonus Content! In Episode 165 we took a stroll by the Green River with Creedence Clearwater Revival. Now we're back to dive into their THIRD album from 1969 (and fourth overall), Willy And The Poor Boys! James struggled to choose between the two but is standing by Green River... Will this very similar record with a scrapped concept win us over? How…

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

2M 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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Mickey Cohen, part 1 1:04:40

2M ago1:04:40

1:04:40

It's an illegal gambling, Nazi-punching, tax-paying good time with Mickey Cohen, a gangster who rose through the ranks during one of America's most infamous eras of organized crime. Just don't ask about who he might have shot on his way to the top. Sources and show notes at this link

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Green River Wheated Bourbon the Bottle that's also a Game 10:07

2M ago10:07

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Green River Wheated is a fun Bourbon, and not just because the bottle is also a game (if you have a coin)... It's got a rich history (that we need to learn more about) and we love the flavours. The best news is that it recently became available here in Aus and is a cost-effective option for bourbon lovers to try. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Gre…

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Tracing the Rhine River From Source to Sea on a Bikepacking Adventure | Into the Blue Podcast 16:09

2M ago16:09

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Are the decisions surrounding rivers made inland intrinsically tied to coastal and ocean health? NOC PhD student Hannah Muir will aim to answer this question and more on her bikepacking adventure tracing the Rhine from it's source in the Swiss Alps to the North Sea in the Netherlands. In the first episode of the third season of NOC's award-winning …

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

2M 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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Stagg Jr and That Night with Buffalo Trace's Master Blender Drew Mayville 11:24

2M ago11:24

11:24

H and Dave share a special pour of Stagg Jr, one of their favourite bottles while they try to pass on some of the knowledge that Drew Mayville, the Master Blender of Sazerac (Buffalo Trace) shared with them at an intimate tasting night in Melbourne. There are a few nuggets of gold about how to nose and taste, and a few stories too. Chapters 00:00 I…

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

3M 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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Rep. James Clyburn on Democrats' enthusiasm around the Harris-Walz presidential campaign 22:25

2M 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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Peerless Single Barrel Kentucky Bourbon Festival 2023 and this Year's KYBF 10:45

3M ago10:45

10:45

Dave and H take a moment to enjoy the final drops of this Distiller's Row Single Barrel from Peerless, while they fire up for Kentucky Bourbon Festival 2024. So many great brands and expressions from over 60 distilleries, along with a bunch of new things to learn and try. Chapters 00:00 Excitement for the Kentucky Bourbon Festival01:29 Discovering …

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

3M 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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Best Of: The state of global press freedom and the threats to democracy 24:51

3M ago24:51

24:51

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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Sovereign Citizens, part 2 1:15:46

3M ago1:15:46

1:15:46

As the internet creates new unmoderated spaces for ideas to spread, the sovereign citizen movement moves on to new audiences and finds a lot of angry divorced dads who don't want to pay child support. Content notes: This episode continues our discussions of fascist ideology, racism, and antisemitism from part 1. Sources and show notes at this link …

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Blanton's Green Label the Aussie Blantons! 10:59

3M ago10:59

10:59

Dave and H enjoy sharing their version of the Blanton's single barrel story while they enjoy an expression made specially for the Australian market. Loads of interesting things about Warehouse H, the first single barrels that were bottled and those cool horsey stoppers on the beautiful bottles. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Blanton's Green Label B…

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SUPERBLOOM - MisterWives: Episode 161 1:34:06

3M ago1:34:06

1:34:06

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

3M 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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Hillrock Solera Aged Bourbon and What Even is a Solera? 10:59

3M ago10:59

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In a liquor store in San Francisco, a wonderful person sold Dave this rather heavy bottle. While it's not easy to get in Australia, it is an amazing pour because of the unique way the bourbon is aged in a Solera. While Dave and H do a poor job of explaining what a solera system is, it's fair to say the outcome has a unique flavour and it's a specia…

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

3M 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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Best Of: In conversation with Vice President Kamala Harris 1:02:29

3M 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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Sovereign Citizens, part 1 1:11:10

3M ago1:11:10

1:11:10

Don't feel like paying your taxes? Want to start your own posse? Still mad about the gold standard? Looking for an excuse to blame all your problems on the Jews? Have we got a legally dubious ideology for you! Content notes: This episode contains discussion of fascism and anti-semitic ideology. Some violent incidents such as Ruby Ridge and Waco are…

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Rabbit Hole Cavehill - The Bourbon Named after a Cemetery 10:31

3M ago10:31

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It could be the rabbit on the bottle, or it could be the story of the name and the respect it pays to the history of Kentucky Bourbon, or it could be the Honey Malted Barley. But this is a bottle that has a few stories for us. Settle in for a pour of a great bourbon from Nulu in Louisville. Chapters 00:00 The Name Difference: Rabbit Hole vs. Rabbit…

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

3M ago1:28:18

1:28:18

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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