Best Kevin Rosenquist Podcasts (2024)

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Rocket Man's Dark Side: Wernher von Braun | History Defeats Itself Comedy Podcast 56:52

4M ago56:52

56:52

Today we're talking about Wernher von Braun, a Nazi who was recruited by NASA after World War 2 to help develop the space program. https://linktr.ee/historydefeatsitselfBy K-Ro

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Poyais Hoax: History's Ultimate Land Scam | History Defeats Itself Comedy Podcast 51:32

4M ago51:32

51:32

Dive into the captivating story of the Poyais Scheme, the ultimate historical scam by Gregor MacGregor, who sold dreams of a nonexistent paradise to hundreds. Explore how this 19th-century con artist created Poyais, duping settlers and investors alike, and the stark reality that awaited them. From MacGregor's early exploits to the scheme's fallout …

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The Snobbery of Being a Music Snob | History Defeats Itself Comedy Podcast 1:10:23

5M ago1:10:23

1:10:23

Have you or someone you know been affected by music snobbery? Have you fallen victim to ridicule from elitists who think their supposed deeper understanding of music makes you look inferior? You've come to the right place. Because Greg is talking about being a music snob. Kevin is on the same page. John thinks they're just dicks. https://linktr.ee/…

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From Mexico with Love: Drug Trafficking | History Defeats Itself Comedy Podcast 1:10:22

5M ago1:10:22

1:10:22

Join us as we embark on a journey through the complex web of drug trafficking from Mexico. We'll discuss the smugglers' innovations and the unintended consequences that ripple through societies. Laugh and learn with us as we unpack the serious topic of drug trafficking with our usual dose of comedy and historical insight. A must-listen for those wh…

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The Great Alaskan Volcano Prank | History Defeats Itself Comedy Podcast 44:10

6M ago44:10

44:10

Join us in this intriguing episode as we delve into the humorous tale of the Mount Edgecumbe volcano hoax – a masterful April Fools' prank pulled off by Oliver 'Porky' Bickar in 1974. Discover how a sleepy Alaskan town was stirred by billowing smoke from a dormant volcano, leading to a mix of panic, confusion, and, ultimately, laughter. We unravel …

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Sawney Bean: Gruesome Tales from Scotland | History Defeats Itself Comedy Podcast 48:10

6M ago48:10

48:10

Dive into the dark legend of Sawney Bean as we explore the grisly tale of Scotland's most infamous clan leader and cannibal. Was Bean a real figure or just folklore? We dissect this macabre story, blending historical facts with our humorous take. Perfect for fans of true crime and quirky history. Subscribe for more episodes where humor meets the bi…

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I Ate Too Much Borscht | A Comedy Podcast 1:07:11

6M ago1:07:11

1:07:11

We're back! After a holiday break in which there was much yuletide cheer and a successful stint as a mall Santa by John, despite there being no malls anymore, we're back in action. John leads the first episode of 2024 on the topic of Nikola Tesla. An inventor, pioneer, and borscht fan (probably) Tesla changed the world as much as anyone ever has. W…

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Elf on the Shelf | A Comedy Podcast 53:33

8M ago53:33

53:33

On a very special episode of History Defeats Itself, John and Kevin record in the same room. And it is very special. Also, we discuss the Elf on the Shelf. Adorable Christmas tradition? Or Big Brother-esque spy tool designed to prepare kids for a lifetime of surveillance. You decide. https://linktr.ee/historydefeatsitself…

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Dengue Fever | A Comedy Podcast 1:02:52

8M ago1:02:52

1:02:52

If you need a reason to hate mosquitos, outside of the annoyance, itchiness, and intense smell of deet-infused repellent products, you can also get dengue fever. Fun! Tune in to learn more. https://linktr.ee/historydefeatsitselfBy K-Ro

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Cats | A Comedy Podcast 57:50

9M ago57:50

57:50

If you often find yourself wondering, "What is the historical and cultural impact of felines," you've come to the right place. On this episode, John enlightens his co-hosts, and the world, about all things cats. Also, we discuss chlamydia and The Shawshank Redemption. https://linktr.ee/historydefeatsitself…

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Monsters | A Comedy Podcast 1:02:54

9M ago1:02:54

1:02:54

In honor of Halloween (or All Hallow's Eve for those of you from the old country), Kevin leads the crew in a vibrant discussion about Monsters. Don't worry, John only gets scared a few times. https://linktr.ee/historydefeatsitselfBy K-Ro

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Dementia | A Comedy Podcast 1:07:19

10M ago1:07:19

1:07:19

One of the toughest things a family can go through is watching a loved one battle dementia. It's also something people don't talk enough about. In this episode, we discuss this illness's ins and outs and even tell some jokes along the way. https://bio.site/historydefeatsitselfBy K-Ro

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Stop Signs vs Roundabouts | A Comedy Podcast 55:33

10M ago55:33

55:33

Have you ever sat down and really thought about how much better the world would be if we replaced stop signs with roundabouts? No, of course, you haven't. That would be insane. But John did. So join us as he leads the classic debate about what method of managing small intersections is best. https://bio.site/historydefeatsitself…

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Free Will | A Comedy Podcast 1:09:34

10M ago1:09:34

1:09:34

After being needlessly ridiculed by John and Greg simply for having an opinion too advanced for them to understand, Kevin decided to lead his own philosophical episode, this time discussing free will. Do we have as much control over our lives as we'd like to think we do? We'll answer that question definitively, with no room for ambiguity or debate,…

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Opinions | A Comedy Podcast 1:01:37

11M ago1:01:37

1:01:37

Not to be outdone by last episode's foray into philosophy by John, Greg is leading the charge this time on another philosophical-ish topic: people's difficulty changing their opinions. At least, I think that's what it was about.By K-Ro

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History Defeats Itself | A Comedy Podcast 56:45

11M ago56:45

56:45

In this episode John goes literal and leads a discussion on how history has defeated itself for generations and even provides data points as to why we keep doing this. If we're not careful, it could be end of times. Come for the data, stay for the apocalypse.By K-Ro

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The Dancing Plague | A Comedy Podcast 41:49

12M ago41:49

41:49

Imagine walking down the street, turning the corner, and you're suddenly looking at hundreds of people dancing like crazy for no apparent reason whatsoever. That's what happened in 1518. Learn along with John and Greg as Kevin gives the deets on the Dancing Plague. Also, John records from the road, and Greg's newborn granddaughter makes an appearan…

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H. H. Holmes | A Comedy Podcast 1:00:01

1y ago1:00:01

1:00:01

In our first foray into true crime Greg discusses notorious serial killer, H. H. Holmes and how he used the Chicago Worlds Fair as a hunting ground. Move over, Eric Larson, Greg is the new historical fiction authority now. https://bio.site/historydefeatsitselfBy K-Ro

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The Art of the Duel | A Comedy Podcast 47:21

1y ago47:21

47:21

Brad Pitt once asked Edward Norton, "How much can you know about yourself if you've never been in a duel?" Or something like that. In this episode, John talks to Greg about dueling. It's the first episode where one of us wasn't able to be there, as Kevin was fighting off some sort of plague.By K-Ro

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The Ford Pinto | A Comedy Podcast 49:55

1y ago49:55

49:55

Exploding cars are never good. But they're worse when auto execs know they could happen but choose profits over people. Yay, Capitalism! In this episode, the crew talks about the legendary Ford Pinto in all its fiery glory. https://bio.site/historydefeatsitselfBy K-Ro

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Dean Karnazes | History Defeats Itself #111 1:14:01

1y ago1:14:01

1:14:01

Dean Karnazes, known as the Ultramarathon Man, does some crazy things. How crazy? In 2005 he ran 350 miles in 80 hours and 44 minutes without sleep. Why, you ask? Hell if we know. But we have plenty to say about it in the latest episode.By K-Ro

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Scott Stevenson: CEO of Spellbook on Creating the AI Copilot for Lawyers | Generative AI Podcast 013 38:52

1y ago38:52

38:52

In this episode, Kevin talks to Scott Stevenson, the co-founder and CEO of Spellbook, a groundbreaking AI company making waves in the legal field. Known for its advanced application of AI in legal technology, Spellbook is revolutionizing how lawyers interact with contracts. Join us as Scott unveils the path that led to the creation of Spellbook, de…

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Tucker Carlson | History Defeats Itself #110 1:06:44

1y ago1:06:44

1:06:44

There was a time when #journalists were thought of as trustworthy thought leaders who enlightened us with #facts and #insights. They were people who cared about #humanity, had empathy, and wanted what was best for everyone. Then there is #TuckerCarlson, who so eloquently said that "women are primitive" and need to "do what they're told." And people…

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Founder of Rembrand: Omar Tawakol on AI Product Placement 36:00

1y ago36:00

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Rembrand is a company leveraging AI to innovate the sphere of video content. Their groundbreaking technology enables seamless, physics-informed generative AI for product placement in original videos, enhancing viewer engagement while eliminating interruptions. Kevin talks with founder and CEO, Omar Tawakol about his entrepreneurial journey, the gen…

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Data Scientist of YourMove: Jeffrey Li on Improving the Way We Date | Generative AI Podcast #011 32:51

1y ago32:51

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In this episode, we dive into the world of online dating and explore how AI is revolutionizing the way people connect and communicate. We're joined by Jeffrey Li, a data scientist at YourMove, an innovative AI tool that helps users craft the perfect messages and responses on dating apps. From the role of AI in the ever-evolving dating landscape to …

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Founder of Narrato: Sophia Solanki on Building the Github for Content Teams| Generative AI Podcast #010 36:47

1y ago36:47

36:47

There are a lot of moving parts when it comes to content marketing. Agencies and content teams have a ton to manage. Join us for an inspiring conversation with Sophia Solanki, the visionary founder of #Narrato, a platform that's transforming the world of content creation by providing a single platform for content creators and teams to manage their …

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The New Coke Debacle | History Defeats Itself #109 50:11

1y ago50:11

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How can one of the world’s most iconic #brands suddenly decide to change its #recipe ? It’s a good question. But #Coke did it back in the #80s. What prompted this change? Was it the #colawars with #Pepsi? Was it arrogance? Was it #Schlitz? We look at every angle. Please subscribe and share! Greg has crippling gambling debts he needs to pay off. Fol…

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Suman Kanuganti: CEO of Personal.ai on Being Our Best Digital Selves | Generative AI Podcast #009 42:25

1y ago42:25

42:25

What if you had your own digital self that could help improve your memory and streamline your day? Suman Kanuganti is the innovative founder and CEO of Personal.ai, a company that's revolutionizing the AI landscape by building models based on individual data instead of generalized information from the internet. In this episode, Suman takes us throu…

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Sean Austin: Co Founder & CEO of Helios on Harnessing the Power of Voice Tone with AI #008 48:23

1y ago48:23

48:23

Get an exclusive look into the world of voice-based tonal analysis as we sit down with Sean Austin, CEO and Co-Founder of Helios Life Enterprises. Learn about the groundbreaking work Helios is doing to systematically assess executives' voice tones during critical corporate events, providing novel and actionable insights for predicting company perfo…

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Chandan Maruthi: Founder & CEO of Twig.so on Revolutionizing Support with AI 43:24

1y ago43:24

43:24

In this engaging interview, we sit down with Chandan Maruthi, the innovative mind behind Twig.so, a cutting-edge AI-powered solution transforming the world of customer service. As Founder and CEO, Chandan shares his journey into the realm of AI, the inspiration behind Twig, and the challenges he overcame to bring his vision to life. EPISODE LINKS: …

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What's a city in New Hampshire? 52:30

1y ago52:30

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Greg wants you to be safe. It’s one of his missions in doing this podcast. That’s why this episode is dedicated to the history and innovation of the seatbelt. Join us as we discuss the origins of the simple yet vital apparatus that saves lives all the time. Plus, we ponder whether New Hampshire has cities or if it’s just woodlands. Man, we’re just …

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Sridhar Ramaswamy: Neeva CEO on Reinventing Search and Shaping the Future of AI driven Information | Generative AI Podcast #6 45:08

1+ y ago45:08

45:08

In this captivating episode, we dive deep into a conversation with Sridhar Ramaswamy, co-founder and CEO of Neeva, the innovative search engine that's revolutionizing the way we access information online. Sridhar shares his journey from his days at Google to founding Neeva, his vision for a more private, ad-free, and user-centric search experience,…

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Reza Shabani: Replit Engineer on Unleashing the Power of AI Development | Generative AI Podcast #5 39:00

1+ y ago39:00

39:00

Join us for an insightful conversation with Reza Shabani, an accomplished engineer from Replit, as we explore how their browser-based coding platform is revolutionizing AI development. EPISODE LINKS: Replit Twitter: https://twitter.com/replit Replit TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@replitBy Studio Number Zero

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The Bizarre Dictatorship of Saparmurat Niyazov | History Defeats Itself 55:43

1+ y ago55:43

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In this episode, Kevin, John, and Greg take you on a wild ride through the absurd world of Saparmurat Niyazov, Turkmenistan's most eccentric dictator. Prepare to be amazed as John leads us through the quirkiest moments of Niyazov's rule, from renaming months after his family members to making Melon Day a priority. Find out how this outlandish leade…

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CEO Brev.dev, Nader Khalil | Empowering Developers of All Levels 35:06

1+ y ago35:06

35:06

In this engaging episode, we're delighted to welcome Nader Khalil, CEO and co-founder of Brev.dev, a pioneering company dedicated to simplifying and accelerating AI development through easy-to-use online GPU workspaces. #generativeai #podcast #ai #artificialintelligence #gpus #technology #brev https://brev.dev/…

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CEO Wispr, Tanay Kothari | Revolutionizing Consumer Electronics through AI 38:50

1+ y ago38:50

38:50

Dive into the future of AI-powered wearables as we speak with Tanay Kothari, the CEO of Wispr, a pioneering company creating innovative wearable neural interfaces. Discover how these next-generation consumer electronics could seamlessly integrate with our lives, pushing the boundaries of human-computer interaction. #AI #artificialintelligence #Wear…

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CEO Steno AI, Arman Assadi | Unlocking the Insights in Podcasts and Content 50:51

1+ y ago50:51

50:51

Discover #Steno, the AI platform revolutionizing #podcastsearch. In this episode, we interview Steno's CEO about their game-changing technology that makes podcast content searchable and accessible. Learn how #AI is transforming #marketintelligence and the podcast industry. https://steno.ai/ https://www.youtube.com/@UCdKmkNBt_d4RgjKoNSdDAAg…

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Albert Spaghetti 46:12

1+ y ago46:12

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Fasten your seatbelts and put on your cheekiest grin as we dive into the scandalously amusing life of Albert Spaggiari, the cunning French #bankrobber who slipped through the fingers of the law like a well-oiled baguette. Grab some cheese and a croissant and holy shit, I must be hungry.By K-Ro

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CEO Vana, Anna Kazlauskas | Experiencing Your Digital Self 39:42

1+ y ago39:42

39:42

Discover how #Vana is reshaping the digital landscape by empowering users to create stunning, personalized digital portraits with cutting-edge #artificialintelligence. Uncover the technology behind Vana's AI-driven platform and their mission to help people experience the best of their digital selves. Don't miss this captivating conversation packed …

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I would do anyone in Fight Club, But I won't do Meat Loaf 1:13:09

1+ y ago1:13:09

1:13:09

In the third and final installment of our series on cheating, Greg tackles infidelity. Why do people feel the need to step out of their marriage? We're here to unpack. Or, pack...if we get caught cheating on each other.By K-Ro

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What's in a Nut? 1:03:08

1+ y ago1:03:08

1:03:08

For part two on our series about cheating, John discusses the idea of cheating death. Many want to, some have tried, all have failed. Could that change? Kevin discusses how he feels it would suck to live forever, and Greg is tired.By K-Ro

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I Like to Call Him Uncle Hans 51:59

1+ y ago51:59

51:59

How far would you go in order to win. Would you cheat? Would you cheat using sex toys? For the next three episodes we're doing a theme: cheating. For the first episode Kevin enlightens his co-hosts on the story of Hans Niemann, the 19 year old American chess player who some believe is not on the up and up, but IS playing with something up something…

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Unironically They Wrapped the Pig in a Blanket 1:09:48

1+ y ago1:09:48

1:09:48

Did you know that 1 out of every 3 people will spontaneously combust? Wait...maybe it was 1 out of every 300? Or 1 every 300 years? I can't remember. No one listens to Greg. Join us as we welcome a very special guest and chat about spontaneous human combustion. Or. SHC, as the hip, young people call it.…

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The 100th Episode Spectacular! 50:25

1+ y ago50:25

50:25

It's our 100th episode! Join along as we pull back the curtain and reminisce about how we started, the speedbumps along the way, and how much we've enjoyed ourselves. It's our most self indulgent episode yet. Come celebrate with us!By K-Ro

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Do You Think She Got Free Cable? 40:15

1+ y ago40:15

40:15

Liam Neeson and Tom Cruise have no problem surviving plane crashes. Others who can do it with ease are Schwarzenegger, Stallone and on a good day, Nicolas Cage. But topping them all, is Vesna Vulovic. She actually survived a 33,000 foot fall, without a #parachute, after the plane she was on was bombed. And she survived. And lived an actual life. Ho…

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A Sticky Situation 47:47

1+ y ago47:47

47:47

It's almost one of those "stranger than fiction" kind of things but in 1919, 2.3 million gallons of molasses flowed throw the streets of north Boston after a tank burst. Why was there a tank holding 12,000 tons of molasses? Christmas cookies, obv. Molasses cookies are delicious.By K-Ro

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Swine Flu Snafu 42:18

1+ y ago42:18

42:18

In 1976 Gerald Ford and his administration fast tracked a swine flu #vaccine hoping to avoid another #globalpandemic like the one in 1918. It went pretty poorly. We're here to chat about it.By K-Ro

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Hey Kid, Can I Have Five Bucks? 55:43

1+ y ago55:43

55:43

On the latest episode of History Defeats Itself John continues his theme of shitting on NASA as he leads the crew in a discussion about the Challenger Space Shuttle disaster. Man, he really is upset about not being able to go to Space Camp when he was a kid.By K-Ro

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How's Your Stream? 59:26

1+ y ago59:26

59:26

The crew discusses ASMR, which is basically how people get oddly pleasurable feelings from mundane sounds like shispering or listening to someone eat sushi. Hey, whatever floats your boat.By K-Ro

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A Blood Popsicle on a Hot Summer Night 43:55

1+ y ago43:55

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In honor of Halloween, Kevin conjures up a spooky tale of vampires and a town gone mad. Also, Greg drinks a White Claw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy K-Ro

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