Best The Nerd Historians Podcasts (2024)

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STP204 - Our Favourite Space Missions 33:24

1h ago33:24

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This week, Emily and Dave talk about their favourite space missions, both crewed and uncrewed. What are your favourites? Let us know, we’d love to hear from you. Full show notes: https://spaceandthingspodcast.com/ Show notes include links to all articles mentioned and full details of our guests and links to what caught our eye this week. Image Cred…

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11 Why Professional Content Moderators Can't Afford to Lose Faith in Humanity | Alice Hunsberger 1:30:31

1h ago1:30:31

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When we report a spammer, a scammer, or online harassment, where does it go? Who decides what gets removed or banned? Bots can do some of the work, but when it comes to messy online emotions, we need human expertise for context and judgement. So who are these heroes? What do they see all day? And how does content moderation work on a global scale, …

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This Trump building once belonged to Ferdinand and Imelda Marcos (Guest Episode) 18:59

2h ago18:59

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What's AP will be coming back with new episodes and even new formats soon. In the meantime, we're sharing this episode from Teka Teka where reporter Bella Perez Rubio visits 40 Wall Street, a building that was owned by both Donald Trump and the Marcoses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Confessions of a Serial Killer (1985) 1:00:00

1d ago1:00:00

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Welcome back to Just Us July! In this brutal episode of Slashers Podcast, hosts Mikey, Ade, Lance, and Doug delve into the dark depths of 1985's horror film, Confessions of a Serial Killer. Doug takes the reins, guiding the discussion through the film's unsettling narrative and its psychological intricacies. The crew of delinquents explore the movi…

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Season 3, Episode 17: 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) 1:51:43

3h ago1:51:43

1:51:43

Open the podcast doors please, HAL... On the 50th episode of Revenge of the Film Nerds, BK & Jack go to Jupiter & beyond with a look at the film that created modern science fiction. Learn how the scientific tradition of astronomy inspired one of the greatest science fiction writers of the 20th Century, how the film achieved its landmark special eff…

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With a Marcos in Malacañang, why open a martial law museum? (Guest Episode) 14:40

4d ago14:40

14:40

What's AP will be coming back with new episodes and even new formats soon. In the meantime, we're sharing this episode from Teka Teka where reporter Bella Perez Rubio visits the Martial Law gallery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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STP203 - Remembering Joe Engle - with Michelle Evans 48:41

7d ago48:41

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This week we lost another of our heroes. Joe Engle the only astronaut to have flown to space on the X-15 and the Space Shuttle died at the age of 91. We wanted to pay tribute to this incredible pilot so we asked Michelle Evans to join us. Michelle previous wrote and released what is the definitive book on the X-15, “The X-15 Rocket Plane: Flying Th…

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10 ADHD and Sex: How a Life-Changing Diagnosis Launched Her Viral TikTok Career | Catie Osborn 1:30:14

31m ago1:30:14

1:30:14

When Catie Osborn ( @Catieosaurus ) had a medical emergency, she thought she was losing her mind — perhaps experiencing early onset dementia. But after further evaluation, she got a much different diagnosis: ADHD. Suddenly, her entire life snapped into focus: Intense fixation and extreme boredom, difficulty maintaining friendships, the crushing bur…

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MaXXXine! 2024 1:10:50

2h ago1:10:50

1:10:50

Slashers Podcast: Review Maxxxine (2024) In this thrilling episode of Slashers Podcast, we dive deep into the highly anticipated horror film "Maxxxine" (2024). Today Yajaira joins us with her pick of "Just Us July"! Our hosts bring you an in-depth review of "Maxxxine," discussing the standout performances, spine-tingling plot twists, and the direct…

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The gallery resisting nostalgia for the Marcos dictatorship (Guest Episode) 14:59

13d ago14:59

14:59

What's AP will be coming back with new episodes and even new formats soon. In the meantime, we're sharing this episode from Teka Teka where reporter Bella Perez Rubio visits the Martial Law gallery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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STP202 - 3D Printing On The Moon? - How To Turn A Great Idea Into A Business - with Madison Feehan 48:58

8d ago48:58

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As we move forward with plans to live on the moon, new technology needs to be developed to make this possible, and today we’re talking to someone who is helping to make that happen. Madison Feehan is the founder and CEO of Space Copy who are building 3D printers which will work on the Moon or Mars that will be able to use the resources found their …

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Season 3, Episode 16: Ghost in the Shell (1995) 1:24:42

3d ago1:24:42

1:24:42

This is going to be a great episode - we can hear it in our ghost! On this episode, BK & Jack dive headlong into one of the most daring pieces of sci-fi & animation ever put onto the screen. Learn how the central conflict of the film stems from a philosophical tradition millennia in the making, how an unassuming manga artist took Japanese science f…

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09 Stop Doom-Scrolling: His Daily Doses of Hope PROVE We Can Beat the Climate Crisis | @JacobSimonSays 1:34:03

3d ago1:34:03

1:34:03

At the age of 7, Jacob Simon set out to become a world-class figure skater. He competed around the world and was training for the Olympics when a dislocated shoulder derailed his career. Devastated but not defeated, he made a conscious choice to focus on the positive. His other skills as a writer and artist came in handy when he started sharing sho…

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The Empty Man (2020) 48:30

5d ago48:30

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🎙️ Slashers Podcast: Unmasking the Horror of "The Empty Man" (2020) 🎙️ This week it's Mikey's turn for the "Just Us July" theme! In this episode of Slashers Podcast, we delve into the eerie world of "The Empty Man" (2020). Join us as we dissect the PAINFULLY intricate plot, unsettling atmosphere, and themes of this modern horror film. Directed by D…

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Season 3, Episode 15: City of God (2002) 1:44:53

8d ago1:44:53

1:44:53

You need more than guts to be a good podcaster; you need ideas. On today's episode, BK and Jack dive headlong into what is possibly the definitive work of Brazilian film and a masterpiece that shocked the world, and in the process, the learn the history of how the favelas came to be, how a special group of people pulled together to make the film ha…

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STP201 - Remember Bill Anders - with Francis French 50:42

14d ago50:42

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This week we pay our respects to Bill Anders, the Apollo 8 astronaut who died last month at the age of 90. To help us do this we’re joined by Francis French who had numerous visits to Bill Anders home while writing his book “In The Shadow of the Moon.” Bill Anders Obituary: https://heritageflight.org/about/maj-gen-bill-anders/remembering-bill-ander…

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08 The "Ken Burns of Video Games" Nailed Longform YouTube Before It Was Cool | The Gaming Historian (Norman Caruso) 1:56:34

10d ago1:56:34

1:56:34

I'm on vacation this week, but very happy to share this interview we did on another show, with Norman Caruso (The Gaming Historian) back in 2021. If you enjoy games as much as we do, check out "Colette & Matt Have Entered the Chat," wherever you get podcasts: https://haveenteredthechat.com/ -- Original Show Notes from May 28, 2021 -- Norman Caruso,…

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Cape Fear (1991) 1:09:00

12d ago1:09:00

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Welcome to Just Us July! A month where the hosts decide to be a little selfish and review whatever we want! This week Ade guides us in this thrilling first episode of July as we sink our teeth into Martin Scorsese's 1991 psychological masterpiece, "Cape Fear." Join us as we unravel the sinister world of Max Cady, portrayed with unnerving intensity …

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STP200 - Space Art and Stall Three Studio - with Sterling Crawford and General Charlie Duke 53:59

16d ago53:59

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Can you believe it? 200 episodes! Today we bring you something extra special as we interview Sterling Crawford and General Charlie Duke. Sterling recently opened Stall Three Studio in South Carolina and unveiled a brand new portrait of her grandfather General Duke as part of the “Space Exploration: Past Present and Future” exhibit, so we find out m…

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07 Meet the Comedy Nerd Documenting the History of Late Night, One Podcast at a Time | Mark Malkoff 1:39:19

17d ago1:39:19

1:39:19

When Mark Malkoff was in 8th grade, he wrote a letter to Phil Hartman, one of his comedy heroes on "Saturday Night Live." He assumed Hartman was too famous and busy to look at fan mail. Except, Hartman *did* respond with a heartfelt note. For Mark, this (and many other encounters) cemented a life-long obsession with comedy and late night TV — so mu…

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Season 3, Episode 14: The Man From Nowhere (2010) 1:46:05

19d ago1:46:05

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After a month of horror films, it's time for the Film Nerds to go on a World Tour! On this week's episode, BK & Jack head over to the Republic of Korea to examine one of the most unique and intriguing actions films of the modern day. Learn how the Korean film industry has survived & thrived despite nearly dying twice, how a generation of auteurs pr…

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The Boxer's Omen (1983) 1:00:38

20d ago1:00:38

1:00:38

🎙️ Welcome to Slashers Podcast! In this spellbinding episode, we dive deep into the bizarre and psychedelic world of the 1983 Hong Kong horror classic, The Boxer's Omen. Prepare your cavities for a wild ride as we explore this cult favorite that combines martial arts, black magic, sex and mind-bending visuals into a singular cinematic experience. 🧘…

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June Special: A Disney Deep-Dive with Jamie Didawick 1:47:44

21d ago1:47:44

1:47:44

This was a Patreon bonus episode but too fun to not unlock! I bring you an amazing EXTRA SPECIAL episode with my friend and fellow Titaniac Jamie Didawick. We met on Instagram when she found the podcast a couple of years ago and have since bonded over both Titanic and Disney. She's a travel agent (the best one ever) and she helped me and my family …

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Season 3, Episode 13: Jaws (1975) 1:43:21

26d ago1:43:21

1:43:21

...You're gonna need a bigger podcast... On this week's episode, BK & Jack delve deep into the original summer blockbuster that people around the world afraid to get into the water! Learn how mankind's fascination with sharks has influenced cultures throughout history, how that fascination with the creatures became the last-ditch creative effort of…

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STP199 - An Interview With Alan Bean - Part 3 - with Rick Houston 59:59

23d ago59:59

59:59

And so this week is part 3 of 3 in which we get to listen to some interviews with Alan Bean conducted by Rick Houston back in 2016. An incredible insight into the mind and life of the 4th person to walk on the moon. Makes sure you listened to parts one and two first! We're also joined by Rick to talk about the what, why and how of these interviews.…

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06 He Quit His World-Touring Band to Teach Drum Lessons on the Internet | Mike Johnston 1:29:58

24d ago1:29:58

1:29:58

Mike Johnston was living the dream. His band was signed to a major label. He was touring the world, playing for thousands of adoring fans, and making good money. But something was missing. He didn't know what, until a friend told him how happy he looked when he was teaching drums, rather than performing. That's when he figured out he has an "educat…

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13 Ghosts (2001) 1:02:12

27d ago1:02:12

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Unveiling the Horrors of 13 Ghosts (2001) Welcome back to another thrilling episode of Slashers Podcast, where we delve deep into the spine-chilling realms of horror cinema. In today's special episode, we're excited to review the 2001 cult classic, 13 Ghosts, exclusively for our Patreon member, Cam!!! Join us as we dissect the terrifying elements t…

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Season 3, Episode 12: 28 Days Later (2002) 1:50:37

1M ago1:50:37

1:50:37

Repent! The Podcast Is Extremely Nigh! On this week's episode, BK & Jack take an intensive look into the film that sparked a golden age of zombie filmmaking and challenged its audiences perception of what it means to be human... or inhuman. Learn about the genesis of the infected zombie, how a video game saved the monster, how a ragtag production w…

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STP198 - An Interview With Alan Bean - Part 2 - with Rick Houston 59:59

1M ago59:59

59:59

And so this week is part 2 of 3 in which we get to listen to some interviews with Alan Bean conducted by Rick Houston back in 2016. An incredible insight into the mind and life of the 4th person to walk on the moon. Makes sure you listened to last week's episode first. Alan Bean Obituary: https://www.nasa.gov/news-release/family-release-regarding-t…

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05 Information Disorder: The Disturbing Rise of Political Misinformation Influencers | Lam Thuy Vo 1:53:45

1M ago1:53:45

1:53:45

“Fake news,” conspiracy theories, and click-bait are no stranger to all our Internet feeds. When we spot it, we may block an account or kindly refer a relative to a more reputable source. But what about the misinformation we can’t even see? Specifically, content in other languages, created for online communities we can’t possibly access? For the re…

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Rob Zombie's Halloween 2 (2009) 56:35

1M ago56:35

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🎃 Halloween came early for patreon member Kevin! 🎃 In this spine-chilling episode of Goon June, we embark on a terrifying journey (in the style of Rob Zombie) to a blood soaked hootenanny! Join Doug, Ade, Lance, and Mikey as we dissect the visceral and controversial 2009 horror film that caused a red necked ruckus in the genre. This episode is a sp…

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Season 3, Episode 11: American Psycho (2000) 1:45:40

2M ago1:45:40

1:45:40

New Podcast... what do you think? On this week's episode, BK & Jack jump into the demented world of Mary Harron's cult classic satire of the late 1980s, tracing the film back to its controversial origins as a novel, charting the troubled course of the film's development, recounting the struggle of how its director and lead actor nearly lost the fil…

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STP197 - An Interview With Alan Bean - Part 1 - with Rick Houston 54:23

1M ago54:23

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A very special episode this week, part 1 of 3 in which we get to listen to some interviews with Alan Bean conducted by Rick Houston back in 2016. An incredible insight into the mind and life of the 4th person to walk on the moon. Alan Bean Obituary: https://www.nasa.gov/news-release/family-release-regarding-the-passing-of-apollo-skylab-astronaut-al…

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Season Finale: Three Years with Titanic 44:49

2M ago44:49

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Thank you for AN AMAZING SEASON! Happy summer and love to you all! Find the Insta for my forthcoming Outlander podcast here: https://www.instagram.com/thegreatoutlanderrewatch/ For Paul's new Titanic podcast collaboration with Titanic Book Club, go here! https://www.youtube.com/@titanicbookclub Support the Show. Support Unsinkable on Patreon for as…

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04 How a Star Wars Parody Show Changed YouTube Forever | Blame Society (Aaron Yonda & Matt Sloan) 1:14:46

1M ago1:14:46

1:14:46

The early days of YouTube were for home movies, cat videos, and short vlogs. But in the summer of 2006, something emerged from Wisconsin that would change our perception of what Internet video was capable of. “Chad Vader: Day Shift Manager” tells the classic story of Darth Vader’s younger brother, who commands a middle-management job at the local g…

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Goon June! Wes Craven Double Feature: Scream/Nightmare on Elm Street 59:09

2M ago59:09

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Hello everyone! Welcome to Goon June, a month where we review what our lovely goons choose! Today our lovely Patreon member Laureen (Ms. Ade's Mom) has asked us to review two of her favorite horror films: Wes Craven's Scream & Wes Craven's Nightmare on Elm Street! This is the first time we do a compare & contrast of works made by the same director …

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STP196 - SpaceX - Elon Musk and the Final Frontier - with Brad Bergan 46:15

1M ago46:15

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SpaceX are the number 1 launch provider in the world currently, and author/journalist Brad Bergan has just released a wonderful book about them called SpaceX: Elon Musk and the Final Frontier. So we think it’s about time that we have a conversation about SpaceX. Brad Bergan: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-bergan/ SpaceX - Elon Musk and …

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This is Not a Door: Titanic's Iconic Prop and its New Home at Titanic Museum Attraction 49:31

1M ago49:31

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Join me in an audio essay, a love letter if you will, to the oak paneling made so iconic by the final scene of James Cameron’s Titanic and its new home at the Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge. A huge thank you to the museum for their support of the podcast for the past two years: I am honored to work with you all and I wish you the best wi…

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Bonus Ep. The Comic Chop - Dead Boy Detectives 22:51

2M ago22:51

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Hello Goons! We're bringing to you our Youtube series The Comic Chop where Lance and Mikey discuss a horror comic biweekly. This week we included Ade and decided to share the audible love on the podcast platform as well. Tune into our Youtube Channel at youtube.com/slasherspodcast for other episodes! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spo…

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03 Why This Brilliant Visual FX Artist Would Rather Work on TikTok Than in Hollywood | Chelsea VFX 1:09:22

2M ago1:09:22

1:09:22

Chelsea Laufer went to a prestigious film school. She got a job in TV production, and then in animation. But it wasn't until she uploaded her *own* creations to the Internet that her life turned magical. Chelsea VFX makes inspired, short-form digital magic tricks where she disappears into hula hoops, takes a dip in her own cup of coffee, and change…

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Basket Case 2 (1990) 57:02

2M ago57:02

57:02

Hello Goons! Welcome to the last entry of our Monster Maysh. Doug's back! And he'll be guiding us through this 1990 romp. We also all just returned from Spooky Empire where we met the actor Kevin Van Hentenryck! If you ever have any feedback or recommendations feel free to hit us up on Instagram and "Slasherspod" or "mutantgoonsfrombeyond". You can…

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STP195 - Winning A Trip To Space - with Dr. Eiman Jahangir 44:29

2M ago44:29

44:29

Over the weekend Blue Origin launched their first crewed mission after nearly two years and today we’re speaking to someone who has won their ticket for one of their future flights. Dr. Eiman Jahangir entered the MoonDAO Ticket To Space raffle and his name was picked out, however, Dr. Jahangir is so much more than a space tourist as you’ll find out…

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02 He Gained 500,000 YouTube Subscribers After Making One Key Change | Craig Benzine (WheezyWaiter) 1:19:18

2M ago1:19:18

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When I was coming up in media and learning about online video around 2010-2011, Craig Benzine (known to the Internet as @wheezywaiter ) was a big inspiration. His videos were so absurd, so fast, and so funny. I felt like he was speaking to a new kind of audience. "YouTuber" was starting to become a job, and being ridiculous on the Internet could pa…

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Host (2006) 1:10:07

2M ago1:10:07

1:10:07

Hello goons! We almost didn't make it! The Slashers all got together in Florida and just got back to their respective state. To continue our Monster Mayhem we bring to you Host from 2006! A South Korean (literal) blockbuster. Hope you enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/slasherspod/support…

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Ever heard of historical gaslighting? 7:49

2M ago7:49

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It isn't just Martial Law. Historian Sab Schnabel looks at the many instances of historical distortion in our past — beginning with the Philippine-American War. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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STP194 - Reconnaissance Satellites - Who, What and Why? - with Dwayne Day 54:06

2M ago54:06

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In nearly 200 episodes we’ve never had any in depth discussion about the military uses of space, so we’ve decided this is the week. We’re joined by Dwayne Day, a space historian who is an expert on the history of reconnaissance satellites and it’s a fascinating conversation. Dwayne Day: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dwayne-day-41983723/ X: …

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01 This Wildly Popular True Crime Podcaster Has a Secret Double Life | Jack Rhysider | Darknet Diaries 1:09:07

2M ago1:09:07

1:09:07

The mysterious Jack Rhysider talks to hackers, cyber criminals, bank robbers, crypto scammers, (real!) spies, CIA agents, and penetration testers. Because his job sends him to the darkest corners of the Internet, his true identity is not known. But that never stops him from sharing how his extraordinary podcast - Darknet Diaries - comes together. F…

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The Gate (1987) 1:03:26

3M ago1:03:26

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Howdy Goons! Welcome to Week 2 of the Monster Maysh! This week we cover 1987's The Gate, lead by our fearless cohost Lance! In this 80s flick we have a super young Stephen Dorff starring as a young boy who unknowingly opens a gate in his backyard thats crawling with creepy crawlie demons! If you ever have any feedback or recommendations feel free t…

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Ask me Anything for the Season Finale! 2:57

2M ago2:57

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Support the Show. Support Unsinkable on Patreon for as little as $1/month: https://www.patreon.com/unsinkablepod Or buy me a coffee!: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/labeadles Buy Unsinkable shirts here!: https://www.bonfire.com/unsinkable-the-first-t-shirt/ Support the pod via my Bookshop Storefront: https://bookshop.org/shop/unsinkablepod Find me on…

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Who are the typewriter craftsmen of Quiapo? (Guest Episode) 10:54

2M ago10:54

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Meet Gerald Dela Cruz, a typewriter craftsman based in Manila. Let’s discover the history of typewriters in the Philippines and how these once-ubiquitous machines are preserved and cherished by a few craftsmen like Gerald. This is a guest episode from Teka Teka News. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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