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BackStory is a weekly public podcast hosted by U.S. historians Ed Ayers, Brian Balogh, Nathan Connolly and Joanne Freeman. We're based in Charlottesville, Va. at Virginia Humanities. There’s the history you had to learn, and the history you want to learn - that’s where BackStory comes in. Each week BackStory takes a topic that people are talking about and explores it through the lens of American history. Through stories, interviews, and conversations with our listeners, BackStory makes histo ...
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The History of Rome


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The History of Rome
Mike Duncan
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A weekly podcast tracing the history of the Roman Empire, beginning with Aeneas's arrival in Italy and ending with the exile of Romulus Augustulus, last Emperor of the Western Roman Empire. Now complete!
TED is a nonprofit devoted to ideas worth spreading. On this video feed, you'll find TED Talks to inspire, intrigue and stir the imagination from some of the world's leading thinkers and doers, speaking from the stage at TED conferences, TEDx events and partner events around the world. This podcast is also available in high-def video and audio-only formats.
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Congressional Dish


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Congressional Dish
Jennifer Briney
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Congressional Dish is a twice-monthly podcast that aims to draw attention to where the American people truly have power: Congress. From the perspective of a fed up taxpayer with no allegiance to any political party, Jennifer Briney will fill you in on the must-know information about what our representatives do AFTER the elections and how their actions can and will affect our day to day lives. Hosted by @JenBriney. Links to information sources available at www.congressionaldish.com
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Chapo Trap House


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Chapo Trap House
Chapo Trap House
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Podcast by Chapo Trap House
Tempers fly as the newsmakers of the week face-off in this award-winning show. Anchored by Sanket Upadhyay, this weekly program has politicians battlling wits with a live audience.
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AnthroPod


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AnthroPod
Society for Cultural Anthropology
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AnthroPod is produced by the Society for Cultural Anthropology. In each episode, we explore what anthropology teaches us about the world and people around us.
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Left, Right & Center


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Left, Right & Center
KCRW
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Left, Right & Center is KCRW’s weekly civilized yet provocative confrontation over politics, policy and pop culture.
The day's biggest news dissected by the day's newsmakers. Diverse opinions from across the political spectrum. The show that makes you decide, are you the Left, Right or the Centre?
KQED's statewide radio news program, providing daily coverage of issues, trends, and public policy decisions affecting California and its diverse population.
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The Seen and the Unseen - hosted by Amit Varma


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The Seen and the Unseen - hosted by Amit Varma
Amit Varma
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The Seen and the Unseen, hosted by Amit Varma, features longform conversations that aim to give deep insights into the subjects being discussed. Timeless and bingeworthy.
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Techno Buffet Podcast


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Techno Buffet Podcast
Guru and Jere
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Hungry for Technology Talk? Get All You Can Eat at the Android Buffet
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On this day in Blues history


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On this day in Blues history
P.W. Fenton
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What happened on this date in the history of the Blues?
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Move Your DNA with Katy Bowman


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Move Your DNA with Katy Bowman
Katy Bowman
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Although the world is becoming mostly sedentary, our bodies still require a wide variety of daily movements in order to work well. Many of us struggle to get regular exercise, but even that can fall short of nourishing the body from head to toe. How can we move more—a lot more—when we have sore, stiff parts and overly busy lifestyles? Join Katy Bowman M.S., biomechanist, author, and movement educator as she combines big-picture lessons on biomechanics, kinesiology, physiology, and natural hu ...
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The Axe Files with David Axelrod


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The Axe Files with David Axelrod
The Institute of Politics & CNN
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David Axelrod, the founder and director of the University of Chicago Institute of Politics, and CNN bring you The Axe Files, a series of revealing interviews with key figures in the political world. Go beyond the soundbites and get to know some of the most interesting players in politics.
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This Morning With Gordon Deal Podcast


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This Morning With Gordon Deal Podcast
Compass Media Networks
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Wake-up with America's first news - Host Gordon Deal goes beyond the headlines with the day's first look at news and business news from the U.S. and around the world; bringing a lively blend of intelligent information, humor, and expert analysis to morning radio.
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North Idaho Now


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North Idaho Now
Hagadone News Network
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NORTH IDAHO NOW is the official podcast of the Idaho Panhandle. Listen in every week for the latest news from Kootenai, Bonner, Shoshone, and Boundary counties. Join Chanse Watson and a rotating cast of guest hosts to stay informed and have some fun along the way!
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State of Belief - Religion and radio done differently.


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State of Belief - Religion and radio done differently.
Rev. Dr. C. Welton Gaddy
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State of Belief is a weekly radio show that explores the intersection of religion with politics, culture, media, and activism, and promotes diverse religious voices in a religiously pluralistic world.
A weekly podcasting exploring great political revolutions. Now: The Russian Revolution Next: ???