Best Nuclear Hangover Podcasts (2024)

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30 – #MakeRussiaPay – The Strategic Necessity of Seizing Russian Assets for Ukraine’s Victory 1:05:38

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In part two of BerlinsideOut’s ‘Pillars of Victory’ special – Ben and Aaron go from the front lines to the back rooms – to discuss the necessity of confiscating $300 billion in frozen Russian state assets to help fund both Ukraine’s victory and to hold Russia accountable for Ukraine’s reconstruction. They hear from an international panel of guests …

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Karaoke Chaos with Kurtis, JoJo is a No Go and Goodwill Hunting! 1:00:54

7d ago1:00:54

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Welcome to an all-new episode of the Carolina Reeper Show! This episode is a whirlwind of whimsy, wrapped in a witty wisecracker. UPDATE! We have a new segment, Karaoke Chaos with Kurtis! Kurtis performs crowd favorites at Romeo and Brewliet Taproom & Pourhouse in Hickory. He is a professional karaoke singer after all! You don't want to miss this! …

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29 – "We haven’t even tried yet" – Military Victory in Ukraine 52:43

3d ago52:43

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In the first of ‘Pillars of Victory’ a two-part special on what the West – including Germany - needs to do to achieve victory for Ukraine, Ben and Aaron talk with top military, diplomatic and NATO experts, who bring years of experience of top-level decision-making to BerlinsideOut. They discuss the level of Western commitment needed for Ukraine to …

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The Memorial Day Edition! 1:18:22

15d ago1:18:22

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In this brand new edition of Carolina Reeper Jon spends some quality time with The Alan Jackson talking Memorial Day festivities and our preferred bathroom habits while vacationing. Also! Jon shares some news about his upcoming OnlyFans account... What would you pay money to see Jon do? Plus! Jon and Alan have some Idiotic TikToks qued up that you …

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28 – Germany’s Nuclear Fear: Deterrence, Escalation, Nuclear and Other Threats 1:32:05

15d ago1:32:05

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In this episode, Ben and Aaron talk to nuclear experts William Alberque and Fabian Hoffmann, as well as to Canada’s former Ambassador to NATO Kerry Buck, about how Russian nuclear sabre-rattling plays into German support for Ukraine, how western leadership on discussing nuclear issues with the public needs to improve, and how to deter Putin’s nucle…

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Stenhouse, Segal, Rachtman, and Isaiah! 1:04:14

16d ago1:04:14

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It’s an all-new Carolina Reeper Show with Jon Reep! This episode is noteworthy! You might want to write this down because it’s National Memo Day. In this episode, the crew discusses the Ricky Stenhouse Jr. vs Kyle Busch fight at this week's Nascar race, Steven Segal singing about “The Punani” and Riki Rachtman trying to steal Jon’s laptop on a flig…

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27 – ‘Let Us Not Despair, But Act’: Sources of Strategic Hope – TallinnsideOut Live from the Lennart Meri Conference 1:27:08

21d ago1:27:08

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BerlinsideOut, the podcast that takes an expert look at international politics from Berlin – goes to Tallinn! From the International ‘Lennart Meri Conference’ Dr. Benjamin Tallis, Senior Research Fellow and Head of the Action Group Zeitenwende at the German Council on Foreign Relations (DGAP), and Aaron Gasch Burnett, a security analyst and journal…

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26 – Stop Self-Deterring! – TallinnsideOut – Talk of the Town from the Lennart Meri Conference 36:04

23d ago36:04

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BerlinsideOut, the podcast that takes an expert look at international politics from Berlin – goes to Tallinn! From the International ‘Lennart Meri Conference’ Dr. Benjamin Tallis, Senior Research Fellow and Head of the Action Group Zeitenwende at the German Council on Foreign Relations (DGAP), and Aaron Gasch Burnett, a security analyst and journal…

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25 – We Win, They Lose – TallinnsideOut – Talk of the Town from the Lennart Meri Conference 31:27

24d ago31:27

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BerlinsideOut, the podcast that takes an expert look at international politics from Berlin – goes to Tallinn! From the International ‘Lennart Meri Conference’ Dr. Benjamin Tallis, Senior Research Fellow and Head of the Action Group Zeitenwende at the German Council on Foreign Relations (DGAP), and Aaron Gasch Burnett, a security analyst and journal…

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Bigfoot, Buttermilk Biscuits and Goodwill Hunting! 1:25:37

27d ago1:25:37

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Welcome to the all-new Carolina Reeper show! This episode is going to be generous, kind-hearted, and compassionate. By the way…It’s National Decency Day. Have you no decency sir!? Also, we’re going to talk about buttermilk biscuits, bigfoot, and hygiene routines... You’ll not want to miss this segment! Also, my pal Marcus Stamos is in the house so …

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Comedian Chris Munch, Mother's Day, and Residual Checks! 1:10:59

30d ago1:10:59

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This episode is gonna be a little cringy, a little lip-smacking, and it might even give you dry mouth. This episode is gonna be a little cringy, a little lip-smacking, and it might even give you dry mouth. Comedian Chris Munch will Zoom into the show with his cast of characters including Steven Stephens, Pastor Bobby, and Chad the Mulit-Level Marke…

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24 – Chip War: Mastering Tech, Geopolitics & the China Challenge 52:58

1M ago52:58

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Chris Miller, author of the bestselling and highly-awarded “Chip War: The Fight for the World’s Most Critical Technology”, sits down with Ben and Aaron to chat about his book, and how the semiconductor industry is redrawing the current map of geopolitical risk – from the Taiwan Strait to Europe and the US. Miller also talks about how corresponding …

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Tepper Tantrum, The Kid Rock Comedy Jam and $5 Self Defense Classes 1:05:01

1M ago1:05:01

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Welcome to an ALL-NEW Carolina Reeper! This episode is gonna make you flip your lid or pop your top. Either way hats off to David Tepper for throwing another Tepper-temper tantrum. We’ll discuss. Also, my pal Marc Hunt is here so we’re gonna play Goodwill Hunting, as we unbox gifts that we got each other at a Goodwill. Plus, we’re gonna talk about …

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23 – Germany’s Wealth, Power – and Their Limits: Economic Miracles, Imperialist Hangovers, and the "End of History" 1:01:38

2M ago1:01:38

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In the fourth episode of BerlinsideOut season two, Ben and Aaron sit down with Albrecht Ritschl, a renowned German economic historian, to trace the historical origins of Germany’s economic model – and how its current emphasis on geoeconomics and free riding on security has influenced German foreign policy towards Russia, Ukraine, and wider Europe. …

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Flashbacks! with Nate Bargatze and Dusty Slay 34:29

2M ago34:29

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Here come the flashbacks!... I'm on the road this week, performing with Kid Rock in Nashville, but I was able to put together a couple of great interviews we've done in the past with comedians Nate Bargatze and Dusty Slay for your listening pleasure. Enjoy! Download and Listen to the CAROLINA REEPER with Jon Reep Podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/tbx…

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22 – A Strategic Deficit with German Characteristics: Why Berlin Struggles to Move Beyond the Zeitenwende 1:13:39

2M ago1:13:39

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In season two’s third episode, Ben and Aaron are joined by grand strategy expert Maximilian Terhalle, as well as the DGAP’s own Aylin Matlé and Jacob Ross, to discuss why Germany must move on from its reactive Zeitenwende to a more proactive grand strategy – which marshals all of its resources together for strategic goals. They tackle questions lik…

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21 – "Our Enemies Will Vanish" – Does the West Still Underestimate Ukraine and Overestimate Russia? 54:50

2M ago54:50

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In the second episode of BerlinsideOut season two, Ben and Aaron sit down with Yaroslav Trofimov, the Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent for the Wall Street Journal and author of “Our Enemies Will Vanish: The Russian Invasion and Ukraine’s War of Independence”. Guests: Yaroslav Trofimov, Chief Foreigns Affairs Correspondent, The Wall Street Journa…

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The Partial Eclipse of the Heart, Idiotic TikTok's and Residual Checks for Everyone! 1:14:40

2M ago1:14:40

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Have you heard of Factor meals? Factor’s delicious, ready-to-eat meals make eating better, every day, easy. Wherever tomorrow takes you, be ready with pre-prepared chef-crafted and dietician-approved meals delivered right to your door. Head to FactorMeals.com/reep50 and use promo code "reep50" to get 50% off. It’s an ALL-NEW CAROLINA REEPER Show! T…

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NC State Final Four, The New Roadhouse, and the "Governance of Rooting in Collegiate Athletics" 1:16:17

2M ago1:16:17

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Welcome to another jam-packed edition of the CAROLINA REEPER show! Today’s episode is like a couple of Determined DJ’s Defeating of Bunch of Delusional, Duke Blue Devils. How bout that WolfPack? Final Four baby. Here we come! What do you think of movie remakes? We’re going to get into the new Roadhouse. Have you seen it? Sebastian is in the house a…

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Jon's Birthday Show! NCAA Stolen Valor, Idiotic TikTokets & Goodwill Hunting! 1:03:34

3M ago1:03:34

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Almost LIVE, from Hickory! It's an All NEW Carolina Reeper Show! This episode is like an Easter Bunny, UnBoxing a BBQ’ed Basketball, at a Birthday Party! Easter is right around the corner... tune in for the Popsicle "Rabbit Food" Easter story! (Spoiler: it wasn't food) It's Jon's Birthday Show! How old do you think I am? Leave it in the comments! I…

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Wolfpack Basketball, Idiotic TikToks and Mukbanging with Mom'osa! 1:19:45

3M ago1:19:45

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Almost LIVE, from Hickory! It's an All NEW Carolina Reeper Show! This episode is like a Hungry Pack of Wolves, Feasting on a Helpless Little Baby Ram Lamb. Did you watch the ACC tournament? Who won? Did I piss you off with my video posts? We’re gonna share some of our favorite Idiotic TikTok videos and see what my co-host Intern Isaiah, our residen…

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20 – Germany’s Failing Zeitenwende – And What to Do About It 1:22:14

3M ago1:22:14

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In BerlinsideOut’s second season premiere, Ben and Aaron dive into Germany’s recent foreign policy problems – driven by a Chancellery whose threat assessment of Russia is increasingly jeopardising European security. Together with parliamentarians Anton Hofreiter and Thomas Erndl, as well as regular panellists Minna Ålander and Britta Jacob, Berlins…

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The Oscars vs. Joe Biden, Idiotic TikToks, Duke Trips and Goodwill Hunting! 1:05:01

3M ago1:05:01

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Have you heard of Factor meals? Factor’s delicious, ready-to-eat meals make eating better, every day, easy. Wherever tomorrow takes you, be ready with pre-prepared chef-crafted and dietician-approved meals delivered right to your door. Head to FactorMeals.com/reep50 and use promo code "reep50" to get 50% off. It’s an ALL-NEW Carolina Reeper Show! T…

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Super Tuesday Cyber Attacks! Idiotic TikTockets! Alabama War Eagle Memes! 1:13:13

3M ago1:13:13

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Today’s episode is like a Super Cyber Attack on Crimson Tuesday! It’ll make ya shout "Roll Eagle!" or is it "War Tide"? Happy Super Tuesday everybody! Did ya vote? I did. Didn’t feel so super. So we’re gonna talk about that, and the fact there was a cyber attack on Facebook and Instagram. Coincidence? Hmmm. Also, I’m gonna share some MEME’s y’all c…

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Cam Newton Fights! Duke Falls! Florida Olympics! And Idiotic TikToks! 1:08:41

3M ago1:08:41

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This episode is like a court-storming sucker punch at a sorry stampede! We talk about Cam Newton beating off three dudes in Atlanta, Duke basketball player Kyle Filipowski tripping a Wake Forest fan during a court rush, and the state of Florida finally getting its own Olympics. Plus we make fun of idiotic TikTok’s and since I have some new Residual…

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Idiotic TikToks, National Comfy Day, and Curb Your Enthusiasm! 1:25:58

4M ago1:25:58

1:25:58

FACTOR's delicious, ready-to-eat meals make eating better every day easy. Wherever tomorrow takes you, be ready with pre-prepared chef-crafted and dietician-approved meals delivered right to your door. Head to www.FACTORMEALS.com/REEP50 and use code "REEP50" to get 50% off! In today’s cozy little episode, we're embracing National Comfy Day! So slid…

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19 – MunichsideOut Live From the PSC: Neo-Idealism – Winning the Systemic Competition Starts in Ukraine 1:16:21

4M ago1:16:21

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In this special episode of BerlinsideOut, Ben and Aaron take questions live at the 2024 Pirate Security Conference in Munich. They chat about how Germany needs to change its strategy to have a will to win in the systemic struggle between democracies and authoritarian regimes – and why that starts in Ukraine. They also chat about and take questions …

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19 – MunichsideOut: The Munich Security Conference and Germany’s Foreign Policy Agenda 37:38

4M ago37:38

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BerlinsideOut, the podcast that takes an expert look at international politics from Berlin (and Munich!). Hosted by Dr. Benjamin Tallis, Senior Research Fellow and Head of the Action Group Zeitenwende at the German Council on Foreign Relations (DGAP), and Aaron Gasch Burnett, a journalist specialising in German politics, we look at how Germany sees…

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King Charles, Napoleon, Olde Hickory Brewery and Goodwill Hunting! 1:08:44

4M ago1:08:44

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18 – Freedom is a Duty – Why Germany Needs to Go From Zeitenwende to Grand Strategy 1:05:26

4M ago1:05:26

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In BerlinsideOut’s first season finale, Ben and Aaron identify key themes and talk through their highlights from the last few months focusing on how Germany’s Zeitenwende has progressed - or not - in that time, how allies see that, and why Germany needs a real grand strategy. We also have a look back at some of the most memorable lines and lessons …

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17 – Germany and the US: Here, Ukraine Matters – Discussion with Alexander Vindman [Part 2] 45:27

4M ago45:27

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In this second of a two-part series, Ben and Aaron speak with Alexander Vindman – the man who literally wrote the book on Trump – Here, Right Matters – detailing his decision to report the phone call between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, resulting in Trump’s impeachment. Alexander speaks about the possibility of a second Trump presidency, b…

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Taylor Swift and the Chiefs, Why Elmo is so Angry, and a Basketball Collision! 58:55

4M ago58:55

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In this episode, we dive into the divisive devotion and disdain for Taylor Swift and the Kansas City Chiefs' competitive clashes, and the charming chronicles of "Love on the Spectrum," a series spotlighting the sweet stories of dating with autism. It's a captivating conversation crammed with contrasts, from pop culture passions, to football frenzie…

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17 – Germany and the US: Common Strategic Deficit & Mutually-Assured Dysfunction [Part 1] 1:18:18

5M ago1:18:18

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In the penultimate week of BerlinsideOut’s first season, Ben and Aaron take a look at the transatlantic relationship’s current strategic deficit, what’s in store for the relationship during either a Trump or a Biden win in 2024, and the China challenge that will come increasingly into view over the next few years. With four expert guests they discu…

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16 – Canada and Germany: Finding Ways to Take Strategic Responsibility [Part 2] 1:02:26

5M ago1:02:26

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In this two-part series, BerlinsideOut talks about Germany’s relationship with Aaron’s (other) home country of Canada, its potential role in helping to provide Germany and the rest of the democratic team with critical resources, whether both countries are underpricing Russian and Chinese threats, and how to leverage another transatlantic relationsh…

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Is the NFL Rigged? Busey's Buttered Sausages, WWE2K24, and National Pie Day! 1:13:02

5M ago1:13:02

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Welcome to Carolina Reeper! It’s like a PM Magazine from the Carolinas on the Crack Corn! And in this PARTICULARLY PECULIAR PODCAST, we PLAYFULLY PONDER over a PICTURE of Gary Busey, PARTAKE in the PLEASURES of National PIE Day, and PASSIONATELY PROBE whether the NFL PLAYOFFS are as Fixed, Fabricated, or Fictitiously scripted as PROFESSIONAL Wrestl…

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16 – Canada and Germany: From Free-Riding Laggards to Re-engaged Teammates? [Part 1] 57:00

5M ago57:00

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In this two-part series, BerlinsideOut talks about Germany’s relationship with Aaron’s (other) home country of Canada, its potential role in helping to provide Germany and the rest of the democratic team with critical resources, whether both countries are underpricing Russian and Chinese threats, and how to leverage another transatlantic relationsh…

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15 – Germany and UK: Military Cooperation – Different Roles, Common Needs. [Part 2] 1:02:30

5M ago1:02:30

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In this second of a two-part series, Ben and Aaron look at Germany’s relationship with Ben’s native UK – and how Russia’s war against Ukraine has necessitated a move-on from the tension around Brexit to new ways of cooperating – particularly on security issues. Together with retired Air Marshal Edward Stringer Ben and Aaron look at the respective c…

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Meathead, Gold Star Chili, the Best Restaurant Bread and How 'Bout Them Cowboys? 1:02:28

5M ago1:02:28

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Today’s show is like a Meathead cowboy eating Gold Star Chili at a Texas Roadhouse! In Best Trends, Rob Reiner (aka Meathead) is trending. What's Meathead saying this time that's getting him some attention? Texas Roadhouse is also trending as people are talking about who's got the best restaurant bread... Olive Garden, Outback Steakhouse, Red Lobst…

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15 – Germany and UK: Friends in Need Must Start Playing as Teammates [Part 1] 1:34:27

5M ago1:34:27

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In this first of a two-part series, Ben and Aaron look at Germany’s relationship with Ben’s native UK – and how Russia’s war against Ukraine has necessitated a move-on from the tension around Brexit to new ways of cooperating – particularly on security issues. They look at how the two countries should prepare for a possible Trump presidency in the …

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Katt Williams Goes Nuclear, Jo Koy Hosts the Golden Globes, and David Tepper Strikes Again! 1:36:37

5M ago1:36:37

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A Tepper Tantrum, a Hotel Hangover, Ian Ziering Gets Jumped and a Pop-Tart Sacrifice! 1:23:26

5M ago1:23:26

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Today’s show will make you want to throw a drink at a mini bike while passed out in a hotel hallway! In Best Trends… Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper throws another Tepper Tantrum when he tosses a drink at a Jacksonville Jaguars fan. Pretty soon he’ll be on Desperate Housewives. We get a play-by-play of the incident and I put out a call for ide…

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12 – Why Ukraine Must Win – and Germany Must Finish Its Zeitenwende [Part 2] 1:15:35

6M ago1:15:35

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In the second part of a special on Ukraine (and bumper Christmas episode) BerlinsideOut looks at current German strategy for European Security and why it needs to both finish its Zeitenwende and think bigger. Ben provides an update from Vilnius and, together with Aaron, they address the recent decision on Ukraine’s EU Accession talks and the keynot…

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Have Yourself a Merry Christmas Colonoscopy! 1:25:14

6M ago1:25:14

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Today’s show is like rocking around a Christmas colonoscopy... or should I call it a "Christmoscopy"? I got a colonoscopy coming up my butt this week, so me and my buddies talk about it on the show. In Best Trends, Brenda Lee’s "Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree" hits No. 1 65 Years After Its Release. Why? How? Does this mean we don't have to hear …

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14 – Leading from the Front: Germany and France Struggle to Rise to the Task [Part 2] 1:00:16

6M ago1:00:16

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In this second of a two-part series, Ben and Aaron take a look at how the French “Bratislava Agenda” of rapprochement with CEE and thus rebalancing European leadership complements – or clashes with – Germany's Zeitenwende, its supposed sea change in foreign and security policy. We talk support for Ukraine, how Germany and France should prepare for …

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Mahomes Goes Bezerk, a One-Legged Gunman Escapes, and Show Your Meat! 1:19:47

6M ago1:19:47

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14 – Germany and France: Fixing Europe’s Sputtering Engine [Part 1] 1:15:08

6M ago1:15:08

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In this first of a two-part series, Ben and Aaron take a look at the current dysfunction in what German foreign policy elites often refer to as the country’s most important bilateral relationship – and the “motor” through which Europe either moves or stalls. Guests Jacob Ross and Sylvie Kauffmann talk about the history of the relationship – and how…

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13 – Germany and Poland: From Historical Foes to Uneasy Friends [Part 2] 51:32

6M ago51:32

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In the second episode looking at Germany’s tough, but crucial relationship with Poland, Ben and Aaron are joined by former German Ambassador to Poland and author of Feinde, Fremde, Freunde (“Foes, Strangers, Friends”) – a book about Germany’s current relationship with Poland following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine – to discuss the opportunities for …

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A Happy Dancing Ginger Kid and the Snubbed Seminoles! 1:01:34

6M ago1:01:34

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Today’s show is like a happy, dancing Ginger Ninja Kid who got snubbed from the playoffs! In Best Trends, Florida State got snubbed from the college playoffs. What are our thoughts on this? And what bowl games did NC State and UNC make it to? Who got the best-sounding bowl game? A ginger kid is lighting up the internet with his dancing. Does he loo…

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13 – Germany and Poland: New Opportunities, Old Challenges [Part 1] 59:02

6M ago59:02

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For the first part of a two-part special, Ben and Aaron get into a particularly important, but historically difficult and tense relationship – the one that Germany has with its largest eastern neighbour in Poland. Recent elections have seen a new Polish coalition gain the numbers to oust the populist Law & Justice Party from power in Warsaw, leavin…

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12 – Why Ukraine Must Win – and What Germany Needs to Do [Part 1] 1:03:41

7M ago1:03:41

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In a very special BerlinsideOut, Ben and Aaron are joined by HE Olha Stefanishyna, Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration directly after her keynote speech at the DGAP on 24/11/2023 - in which she outlined not only why Ukraine must win, but also why EU and NATO accession would benefit all Europeans, including Ge…

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