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We explain popular and weird, little-known ideas in psychology. Whether you are a little curious about psychology, or a student, or even a professional, we have something for everyone. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.
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Reaching middle-aged status as a family man allows for a slew of observations, compliments, criticisms, and questions about where we’ve been & where we’re going. A not-so-typical Dad from Massachusetts navigates the world’s madness with common sense, touching on subjects such as relationships, anxiety, sports, hobbies, balancing professional & family responsibilities, pets, mental health, and much more. Combined with entertaining life stories, product recommendations, and overall guidance, t ...
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Join Zach, Simon, and a plethora of guests as they talk about all sorts of things ranging from ghost stories to who really staged the moon landing (hint: it was probably zach). New episodes every other week.. usually - Check the Twitter/Facebook for more info.
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Pfft who needs another D&D podcast?? That's right you! Listen to Simon, Zach, and Ashley make bad rolls, not do character voices, and forget the plot. Current Campaign: Mirror to the Void (Please listen to our new campaign, its much better)
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Democracy in Danger

UVA Karsh Institute

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All over the world, liberal democracy is under threat. Autocrats are taking hold. They’re crushing dissent. Controlling the media. Trampling voting rights. Don’t let them. Join hosts Will Hitchcock and Siva Vaidhyanathan as they put the illiberal turn in context. Hear leading thinkers discuss serious threats to government by the people: from the dark web and media disinformation, to climate change, economic inequality and violent extremism. Help save the rule of the people — one episode at a ...
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Content Rookie

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A podcast for people who want to learn Content Marketing, Content Strategy and Copywriting. Join Nicole Michaelis and guests to discuss the practice (and art) of all things content.
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Historical Timelines brings you the most interesting part of history. The "WHY"? Let me walk you through the historical timeline highlighting the pivotal events leading up to the moment, and the fallout it caused. Context is crucial in fully understanding the past. For the love of truth... Find all sources and supporting media at https://historicaltimelines.blogspot.com/ No ads. No support begging.
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Deliberately personal, authentic, and inclusive - independent podcast. Trainer/Coach on exemplary stories in work-life, language, & the everyday - in a fun & interesting way. www.EnglishCoachPodcast.com DE: Nachhaltiger Spracherwerb. Verbessern und erhalten Sie Ihre Sprachgewandtheit. BENEFIT: Sustainable Language Acquisition - communicate with fluency, confidence & sovereignty - grounded on cognitive diversity and true-to-life context. PERSON: Ian Antonio Patterson – host and producer prese ...
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Do No Harm is a podcast series which provides context and encourages learning about anti-Black racism in health care. Hosted by 3 Black women, we'll delve into a myriad of topics ranging from mental health to implicit bias to medical surveillance tech. This podcast is part of a larger platform, Do No Harm: how racism kills, which provides resources as well as updates on news/media relating to Blackness in health care. You can check out the rest of the platform at donoharmhrk.wordpress.com. P ...
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Another Wrestling Podcast with a twist. Canada Dry and JFB sit down and talk about pro wrestling, top 5 lists, guests and shenanigans. This is a production of F’N Wrestling Media. The content, discussion, views, and opinions expressed on Official Podcasts associated with F’N Wrestling or F’N Wrestling in all of their past and future iterations, as well as administrator-created content on related Official Social Media accounts, and all related website content on FNWrestling.com, have been and ...
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This program is no longer in production. Making sense of Australia’s place in the world, Between the Lines puts contemporary international issues and events into a broader historical context, seeking out original perspectives and challenging accepted wisdom.
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Introducing Hard Conversations, a podcast about male sexuality. Therapist Tim Norton expands the conversation about male sexuality, adds context to why we struggle as a society to have hard conversations and breaks down how in a sex-positive environment there really is no room for taboos, judgment, or shame when it comes to penises.
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The church in America today generally communicates with the culture in one of two ways. Either we preach the gospel without regard to the cultural and personal context, or we simply react defensively to the symptomatic cultural ills. Therefore, God often comes across as largely irrelevant to the everyday life of the average American. Consequently, the culture ends up regarding us, along with God, as out of touch or, even worse, dangerous. In light of this, if the Bible is true, and God reall ...
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We all want to drink from the same Cup of Justice... and it starts with learning about our legal system. With tales from the newsroom and the courtroom, co-hosts Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland invite you to gain knowledge, insight, and tools to hold public agencies and officials accountable. Beginning as bonus episodes to the Murdaugh Murders Podcast with analysis of the trials of Alex Murdaugh and co-conspirators, Cup of Justice launched as its own show in January of 2023. Mandy M ...
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When Gerald Hayes (Amin Joseph, SNOWFALL) witnesses his teenage son Niles’s (Nile Bullock, POWER BOOK III: RAISING KANAN) brutal beating by police officers, a split-second decision leads him to being barricaded in friend Jayce’s (Steve Harris, THE PRACTICE) nearby restaurant with one of the officers, Sergeant Place (Haley Joel Osment, THE KOMINSKY METHOD). As the situation deteriorates and the press paints Niles as the offender, Gerald fights for justice for his son using the one tool at his ...
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Old School Meets New School! Somewhat recently, the Oracle of Omaha Warren Buffett was forced to finally admit that he was not well-connected to the tech boom to fully profit from that once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. He just didn't get it. Many of the discussions relative to current day economics, business, history, cryptocurrency are quite often constrained by the perspectives of the participants. Younger participants are more attuned to the world into which they have grown and are now curr ...
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Old School Meets New School! Somewhat recently, the Oracle of Omaha Warren Buffett was forced to finally admit that he was not well-connected to the tech boom to fully profit from that once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. He just didn't get it. Many of the discussions relative to current day economics, business, history, cryptocurrency are quite often constrained by the perspectives of the participants. Younger participants are more attuned to the world into which they have grown and are now curr ...
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Dear Anathema family We will beat this. This virus has no chance against the human spirit. Everyday I hear heartwarming stories of people coming together in one way or another for the benefit of the for the greater good. I can feel it in the air. To our beloved health care professionals across the world we send our most sincere thanks. And to all who are on the front line. We are very sorry that our “We’re here because we’re here” 10 year anniversary tour was postponed. Today is actually the ...
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People often invoke our impulses by referencing the lizard part of our brains. What is this vistigial reptillian cortex that weilds so much power over our most base instincts? We'll unpack what this term is supposed to mean. Further, we explore the evolutionary, psychological, and scientific history of this idea and the "evidence" for it. Join us f…
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Every scandal begins with a lie. But the truth will come out. And then comes the fallout and the outrage. Scandals have shaped America since its founding. From business and politics to sports and society, we look on aghast as corruption, deceit and ambition bring down heroes and celebrities, politicians and moguls. And when the dust finally settles…
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We can broadly categorize our levels of confidence or purpose of scientific data based on the amount of and quality of the information we have about the phenomenon of interest. People hear these terms but don't fully understand what we mean when we call something a "theory," "law," or "hypothesis." We explain them here today. Support us at Patreon.…
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Watching a fireworks show can be a great experience for the entire family. What experiences do we encounter when the show leaves the hands of professionals, and is carried out in neighborhoods by everyday folks? The fury is felt when Rob Impact details who & what is affected by these neighborhood nuisances. Also, what's conveyed when the word "fun"…
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Due to some unforeseen circumstances, we needed to release another nostalgia episode this week. This was our second most popular episode ever. Dr. Steven Hayes ("Get Out of Your Mind and Into Your Life") joins us to discuss the concept of "grit" as well as share several personal anecdotes. Enjoy this rerun of a popular classic. Support us at Patreo…
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Do laws requiring the Ten Commandments be posted in classrooms make you uncomfortable? Do you know how the Christian faith formed the basis for how the American Republic was created? Find out more about the men who founded America, who they were, and why “Was America Founded as a Christian Nation” is the wrong question to ask. #faith #worldview Bri…
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Cup of Justice co-hosts Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland — listened to Dick Harpootlian’s (ridiculously long) farewell speech in the South Carolina Senate and needless to say, they have some thoughts on it. Especially when it comes to Dick’s tone-deaf defense of his own behavior defending Alex Murdaugh. Also on the show, several lawmakers a…
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Episode 65: Content design and UX writing tactics that move the needle What are some content design and UX writing tactics and processes that actually move the needle for solo writers or smaller teams? In this episode, I share some of my top tactics that I like to bring into my day-to-day work to help with change management, workload management, an…
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Mood rings change color to inform the external world about our emotional states. How does this magical jewelry make our most private, inner experiences overtly observable? Most people know this is temperature-based reaction... and it is. But, we'll explain how and what it means, if anything. Links: https://thebannercsi.com/2020/03/22/the-science-an…
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On this variety-filled episode, we discuss recent experiences with riding an electric scooter alongside family & friends, the decision making behind dyeing hair when it turns grey, and businesses which try too hard to discourage theft to the point of discouraging repeat customers. Follow, leave a review / rating, and good vibes to you for a good we…
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At colleges across America this spring, thousands of students and many faculty called on their institutions to recognize Israel’s war in Palestine as a genocide, and to disclose their interests in arms, oil and violence. Administrators did not take kindly to the students’ demands or their tactics, and called in the police instead. Today on the show…
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Do pandas have thumbs? Kind of. We should periodically take the time to acknowledge and admire the significan role our biological morphology affects our psychology as a species. Aside from language, humans have a simple adaptation that wsa likely crucial to how we have evolved as a species. This is our episode all about thumbs! Recommendations Abra…
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The Christian life is like a glass of chocolate milk! The fact that so few Christians know why, is the reason multitudes are NOT accepting Christ. Non-Christians don’t see something in us that COMPELS them to want what we have. Think about it: Do non-believers want what YOU have? Do YOU even want what you have? When you wake up in the middle of the…
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Cup of Justice co-hosts Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland — take a look at the lawsuit filed by Buster Murdaugh against documentary filmmakers and major networks, accusing them of defamation in their Stephen Smith reporting. Eric gives a quick primer about what defamation is and what Buster is going to have to prove in the courtroom. Mandy a…
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Many people have taken a strong stance for a particular approach to reasoning: either inductive or deductive. However, we are going to try to argue that these approaches are not fundamentally different and any attempt to distinguish them is arbitrary. Did we succeed? You decide :) Support us at patreon.com/wwdwwdpodcast Become a supporter of this p…
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When you find yourself staying up late at night, you may consciously be aware of doing so, knowing you'll pay the price for it the next day. Why do some of us do this? Is there a way to get "me time" without sacrificing sleep or overall health? Rob Impact offers insight on this very topic though his own current struggles. Also, a delicious delivery…
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There were 645 mass shootings in the United States in 2023, according to the Gun Violence Archive. Earlier this week, a gunman opened fire at a Detroit water park and injured nine people, including children. Today, we’re bringing you an episode from earlier this season, one we produced after the deadly Kansas City Super Bowl Parade shooting. Histor…
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What does it take to put on a conference? We invite speical guests Jackie and Tyanna to talk about how and why they are a part of the team that organizes the Black Applied Behavior Analysts Conference (BABA). Special sale today for listeners who are interested in attending online or in-person. Learn more at https://babainfo.org/ or https://babainfo…
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What in the world is a Christian Nationalist? Is it a real thing? If so, is it really a THREAT to democracy as so many suggest? How do you even know if you ARE a Christian Nationalist? In this episode we will explore these questions together and I will give you some TOOLS to help you respond the next time someone brings up Christian Nationalism or …
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We are honored once again to welcome Laura Richards, world renowned and award-winning Criminal Behavioral Analyst, formerly of New Scotland Yard. Every week Laura profiles behaviors and identifies the red flags to prevent murders in slow motion on her groundbreaking and award winning podcast: Crime Analyst. Laura Richards and Mandy Matney discuss t…
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Our least scripted, most free-form discussion ever! Abraham doesn't even tell Shane the topic until after hitting record. This is the most raw, actual conversation ever recorded as an episode for this show. We discuss whether and to what extent and understanding the underlying philosophy of something is important for being a professional or expert …
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Father's Day goes beyond a biological significance. Rob Impact discusses those who this day applies to, a bit of history behind its beginnings, and provides details behind his own personal "day of dadliness". In addition, we "Get Down to Business" about a fast food chain's departure from AI ordering technology. Also, what are online retailers tryin…
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We all want to drink from the same Cup of Justice ... and it starts with learning about our legal system. With tales from the newsroom and the courtroom, co-hosts Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland invite you to gain knowledge, insight, and tools to hold public agencies and officials accountable. Beginning as bonus episodes to the Murdaugh Mu…
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With EU election results in, it looks like the forces of extreme nationalism will pull the continent’s politics rightward. But in Poland, the center has held after voters booted the far-right Law and Justice Party from power last fall. This week, we revisit our take on that election in Poland and its place on the European landscape, with the femini…
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Do you know all seven of the wonders? Do you know how they were chosen? As a species, we seem to be fascinated with lists and ranking things. So, let's talk about this particular list (or lists) and learn something new. If I live to see the seven wonders... As Fleetwood Mac would say. Recommendations Abraham: 7 Wonders: Architects (https://www.rpro…
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Gay Pride Month is upon us. Here’s a question you’ve probably never been asked: What did the Apostle Paul and gay activists know that most of us don’t? What can Christians learn from Gay Pride? Join me for this fascinating discussion. #faith #worldview Brightmedia.org twitter.com/GodIsTheIssue GOD, Who Are You Anyway? by Bill Bright, with Brad Brig…
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Cup of Justice co-hosts Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland — talk about the latest revelations in the Mica Miller case, which they’re now referring to as the Mica FRANCIS case (in honor of Mica’s attempt before her death to shed her married name and reclaim her identity). Last week, Mica’s family announced that they are determined to make sur…
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The idea that stress turns our hair gray has been the punchline of many jokes. Do those of us with anxiety gray sooner? We do a quick dive into the science of graying hair and to what extent stress may be related to the accelerated pace of graying. Join us on Patreon! patreon.com/wwdwwdpodcast Links and References: https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2020…
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Inflation has been a topic on almost everyone's mind and at the forefront of many discussions. Many retail businesses in the United States have been "dropping prices" with the message of helping your financial situation in line with current affordability / inflation issues. Is this really a true "help", or is this a disguise behind developing more …
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Oh rare Friday release! This is our follow up to our nostalgia episode on Social Media addiction. Enjoy! This concludes our mult-month coverage of the topic of addiction for now. Next week, we'll be back totaly new non-addiction-related conten. Recommendations Abraham: Gattaca (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0119177/) Shane: My daughter graduated hig…
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Nearly 80 years ago, Juan José Arévalo took office as Guatemala’s first democratically elected head of state. Only a decade later, the CIA engineered his successor’s ouster — and the end of the Guatemalan revolution. A vicious civil war ensued over the rest of the century, killing as many as 200,000 civilians. Today, Guatemalans are hopeful that th…
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Recorded in the early days of the pandemic, we are resurrecting this little gem to put a cap on our series of addiction-themed episodes. Amazing how much and how little has changed since then. The 2nd part will come out later this week and will have additional content to update the conversation on Social Media addiction. Recommendations Scott: Myst…
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Many of you know I have terminal cancer. A few months ago, Kathy and I decided to stop the cancer treatments—at least for now. Why? Because I know God has called me to give all I have to help God’s people wake up to the choice they have before them. By going off the treatments I feel great and have energy again, but the price is a much shorter life…
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Cup of Justice co-hosts Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland — are back with their analysis of former Colleton County Clerk of Court Becky Hill’s enormous lineup of ethics charges. Last week Becky was charged with 76 violations of the state ethics code for giving herself around $10K in bonuses with Department of Social Services money along with…
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WARNING: Contains discussion of death, murder, and mutliation which some listeners may find disturbing. Who even wants to think about this? A lot of people, it turns out. This would have been well-suited for a Halloween release. Oh well. Enjoy this weird survey of books held together by peices of people. Links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ETDr8…
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Everyone has some form(s) of creativity which we enjoy expressing, and wish to share with many others who can find appreciation in it. What should we do when we are full of ideas and talents, but feel they'll get lost within an unappreciative or unintended audience? Also, our host expresses the inconvenient struggle with our bodies getting older an…
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In this second follow-up to “No Good Reason,” we offer Siva’s full interview with Karen Kurotsuchi Inkelas. She was a teenager when she first learned that her parents and their families had been incarcerated during World War II. It was part of President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s dubious policy of confining Japanese Americans on suspicion of disloyalt…
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Wishful thinking, empty promises and empty threats, and shaming don't work to treat addiction. People have been trying to strategize ways to overcome addiction for centuries. Have we finally gotten it right? We are certainly doing a lot better now. We unpack that long history and current research around treating addiction. Recommendations Abraham: …
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Cup of Justice creator Mandy Matney welcomes filmmaker Erin Lee Carr to discuss high-profile cases involving suicide, online harassment, and domestic violence. They share personal experiences and insights into the legal and ethical questions surrounding these issues, emphasizing the importance of empathy and accountability. They also debate the sho…
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We are appreciative of the freedom of those who served while making the ultimate sacrifice, as highlighted during this Memorial Day edition of Complex Context. With this unofficial start of the Summer season, rodents start off the celebratory weekend in a bad way. Also, with many returning to work after observing this holiday in the United States, …
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Is catnip "drugs" for your cat? Why does it affect them the way that it does? We explain what is going on in the brain and the behavior of cats when they get ahold of this werid herb, and what would happen if you gave catnip to a lion. Links: https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/crazy-catnip#:~:text=Researchers%20suspect%20that%20the%20herb,grow…
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Last week, the NFL issued a chilling statement about Kansas City Chiefs’ star kicker, Harrison Butker’s speech; a statement that revealed more about the NFL than Harrison Butker. However, the Media missed something, and I’ll bet you did too. That’s what I’m talking about today. What did the NFL really say about Harrison Butker, homemakers, fathers …
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India’s prime minister, Narendra Modi, is an unabashed autocrat. He has jailed political opponents, gone after Muslims with violence and hateful rhetoric, and dismantled checks on his power. So what explains Modi’s continued popularity? As some 600 million Indians head to the polls, we explore this question with political analyst Radha Kumar. She d…
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Another example of behavioral excess of things that are biologically necessary. Again, the utility of calling this an "addiction" is questionable, and we will ask that question in this discussion. We'll dig into the history of food addiciton, the criteria for food addiction, and treatment for food addiction. Of course, we are going to bring a skept…
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Cup of Justice co-hosts Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland — talk about Chiefs Kicker Harrison Butker’s controversial convocation speech, in which he essentially told women graduates that they have been told a “diabolical lie” about pursuing an existence beyond being wives and mothers. These comments and those that support them add context to…
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Traffic is the worst. But, why do traffic jams happen in the first place? Am I the problem? Are you the problem? Are we all the problem?! We'll unpack what you can do to help end congested traffic, what policies can help make this happen, and the science and psychology of phantom traffic! Links and References: https://commuterbenefits.com/2020/02/5…
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After 20+ years without it, host Rob Impact details current thoughts & obstacles encountered while dealing with anxiety, achieving recovery, and self-consciousness with everyday "value" towards people and professional goals. A new segment debuts which deals with attention-getting observations on an internet post, and two additional segments discuss…
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Whereas part 1 was more about the history of gambling, casinos, and the psychology of designing gambling and gambling environments to foster addiction as much as possible, this episode actually talks about addiction and treatment. That was a long sentence. If you were here for the discussion about addiction and treatment, this is the part you've be…
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