Podcasts about Hidden World

In this deep and insightful podcast, entrepreneur Rajan Sakya, traditional artist Suman Shakya, and museologist & Buddhist art researcher Ursula Manandhar explore the fascinating world of Nepali art, Buddhist iconography, sacred sculptures, and cultural heritage preservation in Nepal. The conversation dives into the meaning behind traditional Nepali art, how iconography helps identify deities and sacred symbolism, and why ancient art pieces in Nepal are slowly losing their historical and spiritual value. The guests also discuss practical solutions for art conservation, preserving Kathmandu Valley heritage, and educating younger generations about traditional craftsmanship. You'll also discover how traditional sculptures are made through the ancient lost-wax process, the difference between temple art and modern commercial art, and why Lalitpur art carries a unique artistic identity. The podcast further explores how tourists perceive Nepali art, whether art can become a sustainable career in Nepal, and the importance of events like Kathmandu Art Biennale 2026 in promoting Nepal's artistic legacy globally. From Vajrayogini art and Buddhist symbolism to sculpture making, sacred art, and Nepal's evolving art scene, this episode offers a rare behind-the-scenes look into the rich artistic traditions of Kathmandu Valley. GET CONNECTED WITH: Rajan Sakya (Entrepreneur) Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rajan.sakya/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RajanBSakya/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kghnepal/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajan-sakya-b909571a9/ Suman Shakya (Traditional Artists) Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shakyasumanjk/ Ursula Manandhar (MA, Museology and Buddhist Art/Head of Research at MoNA) Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ursulamila_official/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@ursulamila/videos LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ursula-manandhar-280376187/  

With the Tour de France coming up in July, Tyler Hamilton's story remains relevant. Tyler is a former professional cyclist who competed at the sport's highest levels — from the Olympics to the Tour de France — throughout his extensive career. Tyler joins the podcast to discuss his book The Secret Race and his involvement in the doping culture that surrounded professional cycling.  Related Links: The Secret Race: Inside the Hidden World of the Tour de France: https://amz.run/5dYQ Adventure Base Camps: https://www.adventurebasecamps.com/

In this episode of Voices of the Valley, Western Growers' Jeana Cadby sits down with USDA research entomologist Dr. Daniel Hasegawa to explore the surprising role insects play in agriculture. From beneficial pollinators and parasitoid wasps to destructive pests and insect-borne crop diseases, Dr. Hasegawa breaks down how insects shape the food we grow and eat every day, and the cutting-edge research helping farmers protect crops while supporting healthy ecosystems.

Animal welfare expert Laura Foster joins host Bob Wells to reveal the hidden realities behind dog rescue, rehoming and responsible pet ownership in the UK.If you've ever adopted a rescue dog, worried about your pet's behaviour, or wondered what really goes on inside animal welfare organisations like Dogs Trust and the RSPCA this episode is for you.Laura Foster is a senior animal welfare professional and behaviour specialist at Dogs Trust, the UK's largest dog rehoming charity. With a Master's degree in Animal Behaviour and Welfare and a background spanning management consultancy, the Donkey Sanctuary Ireland, and 22 Dogs Trust rehoming centres across the UK, Laura brings rare insight into what modern animal welfare actually looks like, behind the heartwarming headlines. In this episode we cover:The post-COVID dog behaviour crisis and why thousands of UK dogs are being surrendered right nowWhat animal cruelty really looks like — and why most owners don't recognise itThe truth about breed-specific legislation and the XL Bully banWhy farm animal welfare is the biggest — and most ignored — issue in the sectorHow to get involved in animal welfare as a volunteer, foster carer or career professionalThe Dogs Trust behaviour services that could save your dog from being rehomedWhether you're a dog owner, animal lover, aspiring vet or welfare professional, this is a conversation that will change the way you think about the animals in our lives.Links:https://www.dogstrust.org.uk/https://www.thedonkeysanctuary.ie/Question or comment? Send us a text message.www.undercurrentstories.com

Today we're celebrating Faith Spotted Eagle, an Ihanktonwan Oyate elder who has just received an honorary doctorate from South Dakota State University. We first met Faith in 2009 when we were working on our NPR Hidden World of Girls series — stories about rituals and rites of passage, of women who crossed a line, broke a trail, forged a path. That certainly describes Faith. When we opened up a phone line for the series and asked people to tell us their stories, Faith's daughter Brook Spotted Eagle called in and left this message. Hi. My name is Brook Spotted Eagle. I belong to a women's society on my reservation in South Dakota. The Brave Heart Women's Society. My mother is one of the founding grandmother's who has brought it back to life. Over the last 100 years we've lost a lot of our ceremonies. I'll have to check with the elders, but when I saw the Hidden World of Girls I thought it would be amazing to share with other Native women the Isnati coming of age ceremony for our girls.

Forced arbitration clauses are buried in everything from product warranties to bank loans to employment contracts, often requiring consumers and workers to give up their right to sue without realizing it. Brendan Ballou, a former federal prosecutor and co-founder of the Public Integrity Project, says arbitration has become an opaque, parallel legal system that favors corporations and undermines the rule of law. We talk to Ballou about new book, “When Companies Run the Courts,” which looks at why forced arbitration has become so widespread and what states like California are doing to restrict it. Guests: Brendan Ballou, former federal prosecutor; CEO, the Public Integrity Project; author, "When Companies Run the Courts: Forced Arbitration and America's Secret Justice System" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gillian Woodward and Roger Basick talk about the special design of Disneyworld in Orlando, Florida that allows visitors to have the best possible experience.https://spotlightenglish.com/science-and-technology/the-utilidors-a-hidden-world-beneath-magic-kingdom/Download our app for Android at http://bit.ly/spotlight-androidDownload our app for iOS at http://bit.ly/spotlight-appleFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/spotlightradioAre you learning English? Are you looking for a way to practice your English? Listen to Spotlight to learn about people and places all around the world. You can learn English words, and even practice English by writing a comment.Visit our website to follow along with the script: http://spotlightenglish.com

For the final ( for now ) episode in this hidden beings series, we're entering one of the strangest, most serious, and most misunderstood parts of the Islamic unseen: the djinn.Not just genies or horror-movie demons. Definitely not just folklore.In Islam, the djinn are hidden beings created from smokeless fire.They hear revelation. They believe and disbelieve. They are morally accountable. They appear in the Qur'an, in hadith, in family stories, in dreams, in fear, in thresholds, and sometimes in the strange feeling that the room is not as empty as it looks.This episode explores the djinn through Islamic tradition, Qur'anic cosmology, the qareen, pre-Islamic Arabian poetry, Pakistani and South Asian folklore, possession narratives, sleep paralysis, mental health, and the wider Idiot Mystic hidden beings series.Mothman was modern high strangeness.Fairies were the hidden people.Daimons were the strange inner companions.Shedim and demons brought us into Jewish and Christian spirit worlds.And now, the djinn bring us into the Islamic unseen.The question at the center of this episode is simple:What does it mean to live in a world where unseen intelligence is not an exception, but part of the structure of reality?Welcome to Idiot Mystic.Join the Idiot Mystic Discord:https://discord.gg/dXKjhZrZmMFollow Idiot Mystic:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/idiotmysticTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@idiotmysticYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@idiotmysticWebsite: https://idiotmystic.comListen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/idiotmystic

In this episode of The Evergreen Thumb, we talk with Dr. Joel Gardner from the WSU M.T. James Entomological Collection about native bees, including Dialictus sweat bees, and how new species are discovered. Joel explains how insect collections support research on pollinators and biodiversity in Washington, and why preserved specimens remain important for understanding ecological change over time. Resources mentioned in this episode, along with a full transcript, can be found on our website. (link opens in new window)  

Gillian Woodward and Roger Basick talk about the special design of Disneyworld in Orlando, Florida that allows visitors to have the best possible experience.https://spotlightenglish.com/science-and-technology/the-utilidors-a-hidden-world-beneath-magic-kingdom/Download our app for Android at http://bit.ly/spotlight-androidDownload our app for iOS at http://bit.ly/spotlight-appleFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/spotlightradioAre you learning English? Are you looking for a way to practice your English? Listen to Spotlight to learn about people and places all around the world. You can learn English words, and even practice English by writing a comment.Visit our website to follow along with the script: http://spotlightenglish.com

On our latest show: Our friend, the Chipping Sparrow; Mike O'Connor on Plirding; and the Hidden World of Nests and Eggs with Robyn Bailey.

Part 2 with occupational therapist Renee Courier is all about practical tools you can use in the moment. When kids feel overwhelmed, what actually helps? This episode breaks it down.We explore simple, effective somatic (body-based) strategies to help children reset their minds and bodies, along with ways to recognize dysregulation and respond with confidence. Renee shares how to gently redirect sensory releases into more functional outlets, giving kids safe, supportive ways to process big feelings.Grounded, doable, and empowering—this episode is packed with real-life strategies for parents, caregivers, and educators navigating those tough moments.Renee's Contact Information Email: integrationstherapy@iCloud.comFor more from me visit my website MussiDiskin.com or email me at EnergizingHearts@gmail.com Check out my free parenting course called Parenting 101 at MussiDiskin.com/freecontent

Why do some kids melt down over seemingly small things?In this episode, occupational therapist Renee Courier breaks down how children's brains develop, including the reflexes we're born with and how they're meant to integrate over time. She explains what happens when those reflexes don't fully evolve—and how that can impact a child's ability to process emotions, handle sensory input, and stay regulated.We explore why everyday sights, sounds, or physical sensations can feel overwhelming for some children, and how to better understand what's really triggering those reactions. Most importantly, Renee shares simple, practical tools and exercises to help kids feel safe in their bodies, regulate their emotions, and move through overstimulation with more ease.A must-listen for parents and caregivers looking to better understand and support their child's emotional world.Additional Links: https://youtube.com/@drmarkbowers?si=gLhJ2u86YzhnM8Lxhttps://www.theottoolbox.com/parent-toolbox/https://a.co/d/0gNoT490https://a.co/d/0iFdr5EiRenee's Contact Information Email: integrationstherapy@iCloud.comWebsite: http://www.integrationspediatrictherapy.com/learn-more.htmlFor more from me visit my website MussiDiskin.com or email me at EnergizingHearts@gmail.com Check out my free parenting course called Parenting 101 at MussiDiskin.com/freecontent

Amy Lamm joins us to share her path of shamanism and land healing, starting with her early contact with nature spirits and the gradual opening of communication with the land. We get into how she developed her way of receiving messages, especially through automatic writing, and how these messages often come through in symbolic and metaphorical ways that need to be worked with rather than taken at face value. From there we explore how the spiritual landscape is structured, including nature spirits as collectives and the role of the “keeper of the land,” as well as her work with Bigfoot or Sasquatch as interdimensional beings connected to the Earth and involved in land healing. We also move into discernment, looking at how to recognize and deal with deceptive or disruptive entities, and she shares a powerful case study of a property dominated by an aggressive spirit and how that situation was resolved. Throughout the conversation, one idea keeps coming back, which is that human beings have a real role to play in this system, where the spirits can guide, but it is the embodied human who allows change to actually take hold within the physical world.(Note: Lux's mic was starting to glitch in this interview. It has since been replaced!)Guest Links:Website:https://followinghawks.comThe Earth Keepers Podcast https://followinghawks.com/podcastInstagram@followinghawksFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/followinghawks

Tino takes on the skeptics and makes an impassioned case for an “idea sector” independent of government and industry—even in the age of AI.  

In this powerful video, Ross Rosenberg explores what it feels like to live inside the mind of a codependent, or someone with Self-Love Deficit Disorder (SLDD). He describes the constant inner noise—an unrelenting inner critic, chronic self-doubt, and exhausting overthinking—that keeps many stuck in anxiety and emotional depletion.Ross explains how core shame, pathological loneliness, and childhood attachment trauma shape these patterns, leading to trauma bonding, settling for “breadcrumbs” of love, and becoming addicted to relationships that temporarily relieve deep emotional pain.Drawing from personal and clinical experience, he connects these struggles to the absence of unconditional love in childhood and how this creates a lifelong template for unhealthy relationships.Most importantly, Ross offers hope through his Self-Love Recovery approach—showing how healing attachment wounds, quieting the inner critic, and building self-love can lead to healthier relationships and inner peace.If you feel stuck in painful relationship cycles or overwhelmed by loneliness and self-doubt, this video will help you feel seen—and show you that change is possible.Support the showABOUT ROSS ROSENBERG Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed., LCPC, CADC, is a psychotherapist, educator, expert witness, and celebrated author. He is also a global thought leader and clinical expert in codependency, trauma, pathological narcissism, narcissistic abuse, and addictions.Ross's pioneering contributions to codependency have provided sweeping theoretical and practical updates and developed a treatment program that permanently resolves the issue. Ross has been featured on national TV and radio and is a regular radio and podcast guest. In addition, he has traveled the world, giving his one-of-a-kind keynote presentations and educational workshops. His global impact is best illustrated by his YouTube channel, with 30 million views and 297,000 subscribers, and the sale of 190,000 Human Magnet Syndrome books published in 12 languages. In 2013, Ross created The Self-Love Recovery Institute, a hub for his personal development, workshops, professional training, retreats, other programs, and services.Learn more at www.SelfLoveRecovery.com. Facebook.com/TheCodependencyCure) Instagram (@rossrosenberg_slri) Twitter (@RossRosenberg1) and now…TikTok! (@RossRosenberg1)

BEST OF: Catherine Austin Fitts, former assistant secretary of Housing and Urban Development under President George H.W. Bush, recently commented on how the US Government is responsible for $21-Trillion in “unauthorized spending” between 1998 and 2015 alone. This was documented by Mark Skidmore of Michigan State University in 2017. Catherine believes much of it went into “underground base and city infrastructure and transportation systems” that have already been built. A Washington Post article in 2010 documented the Hidden World of a massively complex national security and intelligence network infrastructure built across the country in the wake of 911. But that's only part of it, and only encompasses the decade between 2001 and 2010 - not to mention the $2.3-Trillion announced missing one day before 911 and the justification to build this infrastructure. It doesn't include the half a century of public and private construction projects for military command centers like NORAD at Cheyenne Mountain or VIP bunkers under Greenbrier Resort. Some of this is for military control, others for continuity of government, and still others for laboratories perhaps akin to the Hive, or simply for nuclear material storage. In fact NASA just found a decommissioned facility in Greenland that was home to Camp Century and Project Iceworm. All of this spending coupled with authorized military spending adds up to over half of the country's national debt. Many of these bunkers, command centers, facilities, etc., have price tags that in order to add up to the unauthorized trillions must be beyond vast, they must be numerous beyond what we can conceive. And these facilities are worldwide, likely under the ocean as much as they are buried into mountains. The wealthy are also building their own bunkers toady, some of which are luxury facilities. Then there are facilities built right under our feet and meant for flood preparations, like the G-Cans in Tokyo. There are also reports of odd booms and explosions hear around the world for several decades. Some is probably atmospheric, part is geological, and others are possible a result of these projects. *The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.

A major thank you to Leon for sponsoring today's stream. In this stream I dive into the history of Mt. Athos and a look at the life of an Orthodox Monk. Make sure to leave a comment and let me know what you think. God Bless

Summary:Join us as we explore the fascinating world of watch crowns and their design intricacies. From the history of screw-down crowns to crowns in our personal watch collections, this episode offers insights into watch mechanics, design choices, and personal conundrums.Timeline:00:00 Introduction and Current Events03:00 Dining Experiences and Culinary Delights06:02 Watches and Personal Style08:56 The Evolution of Watch Crowns14:54 Interaction with Watch Mechanisms21:02 Crown Sizes and Usability26:25 The Art of Winding: Precision vs. Speed28:44 Crown Design: Usability Challenges30:28 Knurling and Grip: The Importance of Crown Texture32:31 The Feel of Quality: Interacting with Watches35:36 Identifying Authenticity: The Crown as a Telltale39:39 The Lucky Crown: Myth or Reality?44:39 Conundrums in Watch Collecting: To Buy or Not to Buy?49:29 Looking Ahead: Anticipating New ReleasesGive us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplottersOr… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

From the team behind The Lonely Office, Inside Job is a new podcast that takes you beyond job stories and into the real, lived experience of work today. Hosted by Matt Sunbulli, this pilot episode pulls back the curtain on one of the fastest-growing and least understood roles in the economy: AI data work. We hear from Krista, a longtime data worker in Michigan, whose job is to quietly shape the intelligence behind the tools millions of people use every day. “I'm teaching AI how to talk… how to see… how to think.” But behind the promise of AI is something far more human: A living room turned into a workplace A constant search for tasks and income Ethical dilemmas about the work itself The isolation that comes with invisible labor What sounds like cutting-edge technology is, in reality, a marketplace of clicks, decisions, and human judgment. This episode introduces a new kind of storytelling about work, inspired by Working by Studs Terkel, capturing not just how people make a living, but how they make sense of it. Because behind every “intelligent” system…there's still a person.

What happens beneath the surface of an aquatic system is a world most people never see—but today's guest is bringing that hidden world to life through science and underwater storytelling. This week, Conrad had the pleasure of speaking with PhD candidate and underwater videographer Graham Montague from the University of Vermont in a fascinating conversation that explored both his research and creative work beneath the surface. The discussion dove into the intersection of science communication and underwater videography, highlighting how visual storytelling can help audiences connect more deeply with aquatic ecosystems and the life they support. He also shared insights into his current research as a PhD candidate at the University of Vermont, where he studies landlocked Atlantic salmon in Lake Champlain; the perspectives he has gained throughout his career; and the unique challenges and rewards of filming underwater. Blending passion, science, and artistry, this episode offers a compelling look at how creative media can inspire curiosity, understanding, and conservation of aquatic life. Takeaway: Follow and pursue what you're most passionate about in life.  Email: graham.montague@uvm.edu Affiliation: PhD Candidate, University of Vermont Instagram: @grammontague_ “Get in touch with us! The Fisheries Podcast is on Facebook, X, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky: @FisheriesPod  Become a Patron of the show: https://www.patreon.com/FisheriesPodcast Buy podcast shirts, hoodies, stickers, and more: https://teespring.com/stores/the-fisheries-podcast-fan-shop Thanks as always to Andrew Gialanella for the fantastic intro/outro music. The Fisheries Podcast is a completely independent podcast, not affiliated with a larger organization or entity. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the podcast. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by the hosts are those of that individual and do not necessarily reflect the view of any entity with those individuals are affiliated in other capacities (such as employers).”  

Bron reports on some aggro in Adelaide; an Aussie art icon discusses his new exhibition The Hidden World of Graeme Base; Fi Wright reviews Julian Barnes' final novel, Departure(s); economist Gary Stevenson unpacks global inequality; prize-winning poet Evelyn Araluen joins the team ripe from her big win for The Rot; and Freddie misdiagnosis the origin of an odour. With presenters Daniel Burt, Jas Moore, Bronwyn Kuss and guest presenter Freddie Arthur.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakfasters/

In today's world where every imaginable product can appear at your doorstep with the click of a button, the art that goes into manufacturing those products is increasingly overlooked.  Tim Minshall is a professor of innovation at the University of Cambridge and the author of How Things Are Made: A Journey Through the Hidden World of Manufacturing. As head of the Institute for Manufacturing, Tim is shaping the future leaders of manufacturing and reinforcing the critical role manufacturing plays in today's world.  In this conversation, Tim and Greg discuss the disconnect happening between modern-day consumers and the products they buy, plus the misconception that manufacturing has declined. They also delve into the complexity and fragility of manufacturing systems, the role of education in manufacturing, challenges in reviving manufacturing, and the future of manufacturing and software integration.  *unSILOed Podcast is produced by University FM.* Episode Quotes: Bridging the gap between idea and implementation 08:09: The narrative has got a bit confused. This idea that there is a thing called innovation where you have got all the great science and technology and all this cool stuff happening, and that is brilliant. And then there is a bit, which is now implement, or we can call that manufacturing and, as you say, not without its challenges to scale and support software at scale. It is a non-trivial challenge. But if you are scaling up the production process for a new cell therapy to treat cancer or scaling up the production of, a novel semiconductor approach using, I do not know, compound semiconductors, there is, as you say, massive physical challenges involved there, so, but to me that is all part of the same innovation story. You go from the idea and the market opportunity all the way through is part of the innovation story. There is not this neat line in the middle which goes, yes, we have done with the innovation, now we manufacture. Have we become disconnected from how manufacturing happens? Every single thing we can see, unless it is a plant, a rock, an animal, or another human, has been manufactured...All of these things have been manufactured, and so there has been a slight worrying thing that has happened, certainly in the UK, and I suspect a little bit in the US as well, which is we have become disconnected from how that happens. And the more we become disconnected from it, the less we appreciate how incredibly clever it is. What are one of the biggest challenges facing manufacturing? 16:39: One of the biggest challenges facing manufacturing is. Getting good people to want to work in factories. Surely step one is making it visible. If you do not know it and you have not seen it, you are unlikely to just go, oh, I want to get involved in manufacturing. You need to have seen it. Repositioning manufacturing as the thing that drives solution 23:24: We have to reposition manufacturing as the thing that drives solutions. It is the thing that pushes us to deal with the energy transition. It allows us to deal with our multiple healthcare crises. It is what allows us to deal with sustainability challenges, all of these, it allows us to deal with the defense challenges. Geopolitics at the moment is pointing to extremely important role for manufacturing. We would rather not be in this situation, but it is an absolute truth. Show Links: Recommended Resources: I, Pencil Breakneck: China's Quest to Engineer the Future by Dan Wang  Why Isn't the Whole World Developed? Lessons from the Cotton Mills by Gregory Clark Jeff Immelt | unSILOed John Taylor Ha Joon Chang | unSILOed Guest Profile: Faculty Profile at University of Cambridge's Institute for Manufacturing Professional Profile on LinkedIn Profile on X Guest Work: How Things Are Made: A Journey Through the Hidden World of Manufacturing – A Guide to Sustainable Innovation - US Your Life Is Manufactured: How We Make Things, Why It Matters and How We Can Do It Better - UK  Google Scholar Page Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today Rob is talking about how the crew make their festival videos, from conception, logistics, admin and execution.

Champagne on the beach of a private island in return for cosy deals and confidential memos - has the Epstein saga lifted the lid on a world of elite partying and low morals at the heart of political and business decision-making? Could the conspiracy theories about global control by hidden cabals have a kernel of truth? Ronen Palan, Professor of International Politics at City St George's University, tells Phil and Roger it's not a new phenomenon in the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us for Episode 16 of Season 5 of Knights Of The Nephilim. Deep diving into Esoteric and Occult Doctrine, Magickal Mechanics, Theory, and Ritual Practice.After seven years of investigation, dialogue, and exploration into the hidden worlds, after 233 total episodes across all shows, this chapter comes to a close.For this last transmission, I'm joined by Sean Woodward. Author, visionary artist, and musician, known for works such as ARCHONIX, Typhonian Rites of Amenta, Keys to the Hoodoo Kingdom, The Grimoire of ZAL, Erzulie of the Deep, and Infernal Faces of Hekate.In this episode we explore:Archonic forces and spiritual interferenceTyphonian initiatory currents & AmentaHekatean shadow mysticism and infernal masksHoodoo as lived spirit technologyThe artist as seer, poet, and magician How word, image, and ritual shape realityThis isn't just an interview. It's a final descent... and a final offering.Brought to you by: Celestial Oddities Radio and The Coterie Of Samil Arcane Occult Order"Step Into The Circle"

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:17532056201798502,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-9437-3289"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs");pt> Trump is out in Davos and told Germany that the green new scam is destroying their country, they are now paying more for electricity. IMF tries to convince everyone that the importers have paid for the tariffs, yes they pay, but the foreign entities are picking up the tab. Trump is planning to distribute $2000 dividend to the people. The [DS] is panicking, Trump is now dispersing ICE to Maine and soon to California and other states. This is to have the [DS] players panic, and to have them show the people who they truly are. The [DS] was fed fake news about ICE. Trump has now won Greenland. The stage is now set for the midterms. Trump is putting everything in place.   Economy https://twitter.com/ElectionWiz/status/2013977810117755184?s=20 (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:18510697282300316,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-8599-9832"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); https://twitter.com/disclosetv/status/2013964611230281850?s=20 U.S. importers pay 100% of the tariff taxes. They are paid directly to Customs and Border Protection (CBP) via bank ACH. This is a simple fact. Anything else you read or hear is factually incorrect. Importers can negotiate with foreign exporters (suppliers in other countries) to offset tariff costs, such as by securing lower purchase prices, rebates, or other contractual adjustments that effectively shift some financial burden back to the exporter. This is a common business practice in international trade to maintain competitiveness. However, importers cannot directly obtain funds from foreign governments to pay U.S. customs duties (tariffs), as tariffs are a U.S. revenue tool imposed on the importer of record, not on foreign entities. Foreign governments might offer their own exporters subsidies or incentives in response to tariffs, but those don’t flow directly to U.S. importers for tariff payment. https://twitter.com/profstonge/status/2013716660046213357?s=20 https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/2013984150835888368?s=20   By The Numbers… Trump’s (Second) First Year In 10 Charts    Since President Trump took office in January 2025, stock indexes have reached new highs.   Economic Growth After a 0.6 percent contraction in the first quarter, U.S. economic growth accelerated and exceeded economists' expectations in 2025, avoiding a feared recession. GDP grew by 3.8 percent in Q2 and 4.3 percent in Q3—the strongest performance in two years.   Inflation Inflation reached 9.1 percent in 2022, the highest level in decades. Although consumer prices remained elevated through 2025, inflation rates were lower than those recorded during the Biden administration.   Trade Despite the trade deficit widening in the first three months of 2025 as businesses rushed to front-run President Donald Trump's global tariffs, America's monthly trade balance has improved substantially.   Employment Since last summer, the U.S. labor market has been characterized by what some economists call “low fire, low hire,” with companies neither reducing nor expanding their workforce.   Gas Prices One of the major achievements of the Trump administration has been the substantial decline in gas prices. From record production to loosening regulations, businesses and consumers have seen lower energy costs.   Mortgage Rates When President Donald Trump started his second term at the White House, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was around 7 percent. Since then, it has fallen significantly, even temporarily sliding below 6 percent for the first time in more than three years.       Source: zerohedge.com https://twitter.com/EricLDaugh/status/2013708284016886078?s=20 President Trump won’t need Congress if he can have funds they’ve already appropriated distributed as “tariff dividends” by reframing the payments so they fit within the allocated budget. Similar was done to send $1,776 payments to active military members. https://twitter.com/PatriotVerity/status/2013751222998585779?s=20 Political/Rights Shocking Undercover Video Shows Judges in Ohio Immigration Courts Can be Bribed to Keep Illegals in the US Shocking undercover video obtained by Townhall shows judges in Ohio immigration courts can be bribed to keep illegal aliens in the United States. The footage was posted to X on Tuesday morning. The video sheds light on the underground business of smuggling illegals into the US, helping them get jobs and bribing immigration judges to rule in their favor. A woman identified as Patricia “Pat” Golder claimed in the video that she takes some of the money given to West African migrants in exchange for her bribing judges to rule in their favor. An undercover reporter was introduced to Golder by a woman named Cindy Reis. “She gets them their papers. She does,” Reis told the reporter as she introduced him to Patricia Golder. “He knows about Mulberry Street.” “I try to work with them the best I can,” Golder said. Golder told the reporter that some of the migrants “have papers” and some don't. She said she helps the illegals get jobs but would not name the companies because of “the threat of ICE.” Later on in the video, Golder discloses that she visits judges at bars and restaurants. “If I can get to the judge. You know, that's the only person you want to talk to is the judge,” Golder says with a smile on her face. “Wait, say that again?” the reporter said. “If I can get to the judge it's okay. I make conversation with them,” Golder said. “If the judge says, “Yeah, Okay, $50,000 I send everybody to you,” she said. “I go to the bar like everybody drink. Spot the judge. I say, ‘You work on this date?' He's like, ‘let me see my calendar'…give me my $50G's,” she said. “The judge says that?” the reporter asked in disbelief. Source: thegatewaypundit.com https://twitter.com/disclosetv/status/2014035464999645323?s=20   https://twitter.com/TrumpWarRoom/status/2013729171348877486?s=20 https://twitter.com/DOGEai_tx/status/2014020697207513531?s=20  Judge Paul Engelmayer has ordered a SECOND review of those documents and is now requiring certification of those documents by U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton, while simultaneously blocking the appointment of a special counsel. This is causing MAJOR delays. I will be bringing forward a bill to IMPEACH Judge Engelmayer for obstructing the release of the Epstein files and failure to appoint special counsel! Release the files!  endless procedural roadblocks. Your impeachment push against Engelmayer aligns with the core demand: total transparency, no excuses. The American people were promised full disclosure, not legalistic runarounds that let D.C. insiders dictate what truths see daylight. Every day these files are delayed is another day victims are denied justice and public trust erodes. Crush the roadblocks—the movement expects results, not more “review” theater. https://twitter.com/GOPoversight/status/2014073554505957690?s=20 DOGE https://twitter.com/MarioNawfal/status/2013487919370051717?s=20  by Grok, xAI’s open-source transformer. No manual heuristics. No hidden thumb on the scale. The algorithm predicts 15 different user actions and uses “attention masking” to ensure each post is scored independently, eliminating batch bias. Most interesting? A built-in Author Diversity Scorer prevents any single account from dominating your feed. Researchers, competitors, and critics can now verify exactly how content gets promoted or filtered. Facebook won’t do this. TikTok won’t do this. YouTube won’t do this.

​​​How to really enjoy your dreams. Today Katherine speaks with Stuart Bailey, a British lawyer who has met Queen Elizabeth and sung with Elvis. His book is My Secret Life of Dreams: One Man’s Journey Into the Hidden World of Night. He says dreams are like movies starring ourselves so why not enjoy them? Stuart starts by talking about his recurring childhood dream of flying down beautiful valleys, some of which date from before age 3 and a half. He speaks about how he might start to sink in those dreams but learned that by relaxing, he could keep flying. We also talk about precognitive dreams, deja vu, and an easy way to eliminate nightmares by daydreaming a better ending, his own version of Image Rehearsal Therapy. Here is a link to a short video clip of the conversation: https://youtu.be/hP5GXhtnEVg BIO: Stuart Bailey is a lawyer from the Lake District, United Kingdom, and lives with his wife and two teenage sons. He is the author of My Secret Life of Dreams which explores  how the dreams we have at night can guide, heal, and gently shape our lives. This show, episode number 345, was recorded during a live broadcast on January 10, 2026 at KSQD.org, community radio of Santa Cruz. Here are links to some other Dream Journal episodes you might be interested in: Eliminating Nightmares with Dr Michael Nadorff It’s Always Been Me with Megan Walrod Intro and outro music by Mood Science. Ambient music new every week by Rick Kleffel. Archived music can be found at Pandemiad.com. Many thanks to Rick for also engineering the show and to Erik Nelson for answering the phones. SHARE A DREAM FOR THE SHOW or a question or enquire about being a guest on the podcast by emailing Katherine Bell at katherine@ksqd.org. Follow on LI, IG, YT, FB, & LT @ExperientialDreamwork #thedreamjournal. To learn more or to inquire about exploring your own dreams go to ExperientialDreamwork.com. The Dream Journal aims to: Increase awareness of and appreciation for nightly dreams. Inspire dream sharing and other kinds of dream exploration as a way of adding depth and meaningfulness to lives and relationships. Improve society by the increased empathy, emotional balance, and sense of wonder which dream exploration invites. A dream can be meaningful even if you don’t know what it means. The Dream Journal is produced at and airs on KSQD Santa Cruz, 90.7 FM. Catch it streaming LIVE at KSQD.org 10-11am Pacific Time on Saturdays. Call or text with your dreams or questions at 831-900-5773 or email at onair@ksqd.org. Podcasts are available on all major podcast platforms the Monday following the live show. The complete KSQD Dream Journal podcast page can be found at ksqd.org/the-dream-journal/. Closed captioning is available on the YouTube version of this podcast and an automatically generated transcript is available at Apple Podcasts within 24 hours of posting. Thanks for being a Dream Journal listener! Available on all major podcast platforms. Rate it, review it, subscribe, and tell your friends.

Show Notes: Https://wetfyswing.com/862 Sponsors: TroutRoutes, Fish The Fly, and Smitty's Fly Box. Sponsors:https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors There's a certain kind of fly fishing knowledge you don't get from a quick scroll or a gear review. You get it from someone who's been there when the "new" stuff was being invented, watched it cycle back around, and saved the paper trail along the way. That's what this conversation with Jim Adams felt like: a walk through the hidden world of fly-fishing collectibles, rare books, and the history behind the gear we all obsess over. Jim's story starts way back in 1943, tying his first fly at nine years old, and stretches through Florida Keys tarpon on bamboo, world travel, Alaska salmon research, and a lifetime of collecting and selling some of the rarest angling books and tackle out there. If you've ever wondered what makes a bamboo rod truly collectible, why some reels hit five figures, or how fly fishing keeps reinventing itself, this one's for you.

In this episode, we pull back the curtain on one of the least transparent parts of Australia's property market: sales campaign behaviour. From hidden campaign histories to shifting price guides and agent tactics designed to manufacture buyer momentum, most buyers are making six- and seven-figure decisions without the information they actually need. Today's conversation digs into that gap — and the consequences of it.We're joined by Henry Pedersen, co-founder and CEO of Homer, a proptech tool built to expose the data buyers never get to see. Henry walks us through what really happens behind the scenes of a sales campaign: failed auctions, withdrawn listings, guide price movements, and the patterns in agent strategy that can completely alter a buyer's perception of value. We talk about why big data alone isn't enough, how algorithms misread hyper-specific property nuances, and why more information doesn't automatically mean better decisions.We also dive into the thornier realities: the structural incentives pushing agents toward underquoting, why buyers keep falling into the same traps, how state regulators are tightening their approach, and what transparency could actually look like if buyers had access to honest, unfiltered campaign histories. Henry also shares how buyer behaviour — from switching suburbs to chasing “hot” listings — is often influenced by information that's incomplete or deliberately curated.Whether you're navigating the market for the first time, returning after a break, or advising clients professionally, this episode gives you tools to understand the battlefield. We help you recognise the signals buried inside campaign data, avoid being blindsided by agent strategy, and get clearer about where your expectations sit in the real market — not the one portrayed online. This is a must-listen for anyone tired of feeling outplayed.Episode Highlights00:00 — Introduction to the Hidden World of Property Market01:28 — Meet Henry Pedersen: Co-founder and CEO of Homer02:05 — The Birth of Homer: A Personal Journey02:50 — How Homer Provides Transparency in Property Data04:11 — Challenges and Insights in Property Data05:13 — The Role of Historical Data in Property Decisions06:39 — Navigating the Property Market with Homer's Tools12:23 — User Experience and Adoption of Homer14:06 — Future Developments and Features of Homer20:07 — Queensland's Unique Real Estate Law22:03 — Challenges of Property Valuation23:27 — Agent Behavior and Market Strategies25:04 — Leveraging Data for Better Decisions33:44 — AI in Real Estate35:38 — Property Dumbo Stories38:14 — Conclusion and Final ThoughtsAbout the GuestHenry Pedersen is the Co-Founder and CEO of Homer, a fast-growing proptech platform built to give Australian buyers real visibility into sales campaigns — including the data traditionally kept out of sight. With a background in data, growth strategy, and scaling marketplace businesses globally, Henry brings an outside-the-industry lens to one of real estate's most persistent problems: information asymmetry.Prior to joining Homer, Henry worked in international markets building large-scale automotive data platforms, helping bring structure and transparency to vehicle marketplaces across Australia and the UK. His personal experience navigating Sydney's overheated 2021 market led him to confront the frustrations buyers face: shifting price guides, opaque campaign histories, and the sheer workload required to track property activity manually.At Homer, Henry focuses on surfacing patterns in agent behaviour, guide-to-sale accuracy, campaign timelines, and other hidden indicators that shape buyer outcomes. His mission is simple: equip everyday Australians with the information professionals use —...

Beneath Antarctica's icy surface lies a hidden mountain range as tall as the Alps — the mysterious Gamburtsev Mountains. Formed over 500 million years ago, this ancient range has been buried under kilometers of ice, preserved like a time capsule. Discover how scientists uncovered this lost world using radar and seismic data, and what these ancient peaks reveal about Earth's dramatic past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep sea hydrothermal vents reveal a hidden world where life thrives without sunlight, forcing scientists to rethink how ecosystems can exist in extreme heat, pressure, and darkness. Nearly two kilometers beneath the Pacific Ocean, superheated fluids erupt from the seafloor at Endeavour, creating environments that challenge everything we thought we knew about life on Earth and how it survives. Deep-sea hydrothermal vents are not isolated deep ocean curiosities, they actively influence the chemistry of the entire Pacific Ocean. In this episode, scientists explain how minerals and iron released at Endeavour can be traced thousands of kilometers across the ocean, fueling productivity far from the vents themselves and connecting deep ocean processes to surface ecosystems in surprising ways. Ocean Networks Canada enables this discovery through one of only two cabled deep-sea observatories in the world, allowing scientists to monitor volcanic activity, chemistry, and biodiversity in real time. This episode explores why Endeavour is one of the most important natural laboratories on the planet, what it teaches us about the origins of life, and how it may even help us understand life beyond Earth. Surprising insight: the fluids released at Endeavour do not disappear into the ocean, they can be chemically traced across the entire Pacific, meaning deep-sea activity shapes ocean life on a planetary scale.   Help fund a new seagrass podcast: https://www.speakupforblue.com/seagrass Join the Undertow: https://www.speakupforblue.com/jointheundertow Connect with Speak Up For Blue Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc YouTube: www.speakupforblue.com/youtube    

This episode breaks down what truly defines an ultra-processed food—from industrial manufacturing and artificial additives, to products stripped of whole-food nutrition. We explore why these foods can be harmful, including their links to obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, gut disruption, and chronic inflammation. You'll also hear simple strategies for spotting ultra-processed items and practical ways to shift toward more whole-food choices.Can't get enough FUNC YOU UP!? Follow @michellemiller_msacn, @kbova_nutrition, and @physiologicnyc for more functional nutrition and health. In the meantime, leave us a review on iTunes, follow us on Spotify and share! FUNC YOU UP! is a Physio Logic wellness podcast covering the best in wellness, nutrition, and functional medicine in twenty minutes or less with hosts Michelle Miller, Functional Nutritionist, and Kendra Bova, Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian. https://physiologicnyc.com/func-you-up-podcast #IntegrativeNutrition #FunctionalMedicine #UltraProcessedFoods

This week, Zane is joined by The Dink's own Alex Weaver for a deep-dive into one of the wildest and fastest-growing problems in pickleball: counterfeit paddles flooding the market. You've seen them on T-Mu, Facebook Marketplace, maybe even at your local rec courts… but the scale of the problem is WAY bigger than most players realize. Alex breaks down: - How knockoff brands are copying top paddles within weeks of release - Why major companies are fighting regulatory “whack-a-mole” to get fakes removed - How players are getting tricked by manipulated Google listings and fake reviews - The real impact on innovation, quality, and the future of the sport - What USAP and UPAA are (finally) preparing to do about it - Why $30 “bargain paddles” often cost you more in the long run Whether you're shopping for a holiday gift, worried about getting duped, or just fascinated by the business side of the game, this is one of our most informative deep dives yet.

It's that time of year again! The holidays bring abundant joy and merriment, but they can also bring unnecessary stress when it comes to gift-giving. If you already find yourself dreading the shopping season, fear not, Russell Library has you covered. In today's chat, Briana talks with Kim, Christy, and Stephanie about their favorite books to gift. Not a reader? Not a problem! With a donation to the Library, we'll give back one of our coveted I Love Russell Library mugs, travel tumblers, t-shirts, sweatshirts, or car magnets. These carefully curated items make wonderful gifts, even for the loved one that seems to have everything. And if all else fails, Kim has an excellent suggestion for the snack lovers out there. Finger chopsticks, anyone? This episode will surely inspire an easeful shopping experience this year. Happy Holidays!RecommendationsThe 99% Invisible City : A Field Guide to the Hidden World of Everyday Design by Roman Mars and Kurt Kohlstedt.The Correspondent by Virginia EvansThe Most Fun We Ever Had by Claire LombardoIntro Music by nikitsan

Jay Chrawnna, director of The Kus, dives into the subtle ways people are already using Web3 in everyday transactions (often without realizing it) and what this means for the future of consumer Web3. He explores how gaming projects like FIFA Rivals are redefining digital asset ownership, and highlights how entities like the Indonesian government are leveraging blockchain to improve transparency, efficiency, and mainstream accessibility. Key Takeaways: How the next wave of Web3 could be completely invisible to users. Why Polkadot may be the only platform capable of scaling Web3 at full potential. What "Consumer Web3" really means, and why it's about more than wallets and tokens. How blockchain is being used to reimagine institutions at a massive scale. Guest Bio: Jay Chrawnna is the director of The Kus, a media broadcaster for Polkadot. On the Space Monkeys Podcast and weekly Attempts at Governance liveshows, the DOT eco's top movers and doers drive discourse and shape the second age of Polkadot. Jay exclusively uses the Brave browser. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About this Show: The Brave Technologist is here to shed light on the opportunities and challenges of emerging tech. To make it digestible, less scary, and more approachable for all! Join us as we embark on a mission to demystify artificial intelligence, challenge the status quo, and empower everyday people to embrace the digital revolution. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a curious mind, or an industry professional, this podcast invites you to join the conversation and explore the future of AI together. The Brave Technologist Podcast is hosted by Luke Mulks, VP Business Operations at Brave Software—makers of the privacy-respecting Brave browser and Search engine, and now powering AI everywhere with the Brave Search API. Music by: Ari Dvorin Produced by: Sam Laliberte  

What if secret societies have been controlling the world from the shadows since the dawn of civilization? In this explosive interview of Mayim Bialik's Breakdown, Dr. Richard B. Spence — Professor Emeritus of History at the University of Idaho, expert on espionage, secret societies, and occultism, and co-host of the hit podcast Strange As It Seems — pulls back the curtain on the hidden organizations that may have shaped history, politics, and even the founding of the United States itself. Dr. Spence breaks down the benefits of being in a secret society (and why you should care, even if you'd never join one), whether ancient secret orders have influenced the rise and fall of empires, how modern politics is subtly manipulated by groups we don't even realize exist, and the psychological and mystical appeal that keeps these societies alive. He discusses whether secret societies help dangerous leaders rise to power, including shocking theories around Hitler's rise, the true definition of "the occult", why many secret orders are accused of Satan worship or dark rituals, the most active and influential secret societies today, and how new ones are forming online in the digital age. Dr. Richard B. Spence also reveals: - Surprising parallels between ancient orders and modern Greek life (fraternities and sororities) - Origins and influence of the Freemasons: were the Founding Fathers truly Freemasons, and what ideals did they embed into this country's DNA? - How secret societies evolve, and why some are actually designed as self-improvement programs - Why these organizations can become “petri dishes for nefarious actions”, sparking revolutions and even government overthrows - Why these groups have historically been male-dominated, and the surprising stories of female and even child secret societies - How intelligence agencies may manufacture conspiracy theories as tools of psychological warfare - Difference between misinformation vs. disinformation, and how each is weaponized - Are modern day government agencies like the CIA really just secret societies with better branding? - Fine line between secret societies, cults, and religions, and how they manipulate loyalty and belief - Why it's harder than ever to tell truth from deception, especially in the age of AI-generated misinformation - And finally…could the MAGA movement itself be considered a modern-day cult? This deep dive will make you question everything you thought you knew about power, control, and truth. TUNE IN to MBB to discover why the line between myth, conspiracy, and history might be thinner than you think… Dr. Richard B. Spence's podcast, Strange As It Seems: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StrangeAsItSeemsPodcast⁠ Subscribe on Substack for Ad-Free Episodes & Bonus Content: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bialikbreakdown.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BialikBreakdown.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube.com/mayimbialik⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if secret societies have been controlling the world from the shadows since the dawn of civilization? In this explosive interview of Mayim Bialik's Breakdown, Dr. Richard B. Spence — Professor Emeritus of History at the University of Idaho, expert on espionage, secret societies, and occultism, and co-host of the hit podcast Strange As It Seems — pulls back the curtain on the hidden organizations that may have shaped history, politics, and even the founding of the United States itself. Dr. Spence breaks down the benefits of being in a secret society (and why you should care, even if you'd never join one), whether ancient secret orders have influenced the rise and fall of empires, how modern politics is subtly manipulated by groups we don't even realize exist, and the psychological and mystical appeal that keeps these societies alive. He discusses whether secret societies help dangerous leaders rise to power, including shocking theories around Hitler's rise, the true definition of "the occult", why many secret orders are accused of Satan worship or dark rituals, the most active and influential secret societies today, and how new ones are forming online in the digital age. Dr. Richard B. Spence also reveals: - Surprising parallels between ancient orders and modern Greek life (fraternities and sororities) - Origins and influence of the Freemasons: were the Founding Fathers truly Freemasons, and what ideals did they embed into this country's DNA? - How secret societies evolve, and why some are actually designed as self-improvement programs - Why these organizations can become “petri dishes for nefarious actions”, sparking revolutions and even government overthrows - Why these groups have historically been male-dominated, and the surprising stories of female and even child secret societies - How intelligence agencies may manufacture conspiracy theories as tools of psychological warfare - Difference between misinformation vs. disinformation, and how each is weaponized - Are modern day government agencies like the CIA really just secret societies with better branding? - Fine line between secret societies, cults, and religions, and how they manipulate loyalty and belief - Why it's harder than ever to tell truth from deception, especially in the age of AI-generated misinformation - And finally…could the MAGA movement itself be considered a modern-day cult? This deep dive will make you question everything you thought you knew about power, control, and truth. TUNE IN to MBB to discover why the line between myth, conspiracy, and history might be thinner than you think… Dr. Richard B. Spence's podcast, Strange As It Seems: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StrangeAsItSeemsPodcast⁠ Subscribe on Substack for Ad-Free Episodes & Bonus Content: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bialikbreakdown.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BialikBreakdown.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube.com/mayimbialik⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if secret societies have been controlling the world from the shadows since the dawn of civilization? In this explosive interview of Mayim Bialik's Breakdown, Dr. Richard B. Spence — Professor Emeritus of History at the University of Idaho, expert on espionage, secret societies, and occultism, and co-host of the hit podcast Strange As It Seems — pulls back the curtain on the hidden organizations that may have shaped history, politics, and even the founding of the United States itself. Dr. Spence breaks down the benefits of being in a secret society (and why you should care, even if you'd never join one), whether ancient secret orders have influenced the rise and fall of empires, how modern politics is subtly manipulated by groups we don't even realize exist, and the psychological and mystical appeal that keeps these societies alive. He discusses whether secret societies help dangerous leaders rise to power, including shocking theories around Hitler's rise, the true definition of "the occult", why many secret orders are accused of Satan worship or dark rituals, the most active and influential secret societies today, and how new ones are forming online in the digital age. Dr. Richard B. Spence also reveals: - Surprising parallels between ancient orders and modern Greek life (fraternities and sororities) - Origins and influence of the Freemasons: were the Founding Fathers truly Freemasons, and what ideals did they embed into this country's DNA? - How secret societies evolve, and why some are actually designed as self-improvement programs - Why these organizations can become “petri dishes for nefarious actions”, sparking revolutions and even government overthrows - Why these groups have historically been male-dominated, and the surprising stories of female and even child secret societies - How intelligence agencies may manufacture conspiracy theories as tools of psychological warfare - Difference between misinformation vs. disinformation, and how each is weaponized - Are modern day government agencies like the CIA really just secret societies with better branding? - Fine line between secret societies, cults, and religions, and how they manipulate loyalty and belief - Why it's harder than ever to tell truth from deception, especially in the age of AI-generated misinformation - And finally…could the MAGA movement itself be considered a modern-day cult? This deep dive will make you question everything you thought you knew about power, control, and truth. TUNE IN to MBB to discover why the line between myth, conspiracy, and history might be thinner than you think… Dr. Richard B. Spence's podcast, Strange As It Seems: https://www.youtube.com/@StrangeAsItSeemsPodcast Subscribe on Substack for Ad-Free Episodes & Bonus Content: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bialikbreakdown.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BialikBreakdown.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube.com/mayimbialik⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if secret societies have been controlling the world from the shadows since the dawn of civilization? In this explosive interview of Mayim Bialik's Breakdown, Dr. Richard B. Spence — Professor Emeritus of History at the University of Idaho, expert on espionage, secret societies, and occultism, and co-host of the hit podcast Strange As It Seems — pulls back the curtain on the hidden organizations that may have shaped history, politics, and even the founding of the United States itself. Dr. Spence breaks down the benefits of being in a secret society (and why you should care, even if you'd never join one), whether ancient secret orders have influenced the rise and fall of empires, how modern politics is subtly manipulated by groups we don't even realize exist, and the psychological and mystical appeal that keeps these societies alive. He discusses whether secret societies help dangerous leaders rise to power, including shocking theories around Hitler's rise, the true definition of "the occult", why many secret orders are accused of Satan worship or dark rituals, the most active and influential secret societies today, and how new ones are forming online in the digital age. Dr. Richard B. Spence also reveals: - Surprising parallels between ancient orders and modern Greek life (fraternities and sororities) - Origins and influence of the Freemasons: were the Founding Fathers truly Freemasons, and what ideals did they embed into this country's DNA? - How secret societies evolve, and why some are actually designed as self-improvement programs - Why these organizations can become “petri dishes for nefarious actions”, sparking revolutions and even government overthrows - Why these groups have historically been male-dominated, and the surprising stories of female and even child secret societies - How intelligence agencies may manufacture conspiracy theories as tools of psychological warfare - Difference between misinformation vs. disinformation, and how each is weaponized - Are modern day government agencies like the CIA really just secret societies with better branding? - Fine line between secret societies, cults, and religions, and how they manipulate loyalty and belief - Why it's harder than ever to tell truth from deception, especially in the age of AI-generated misinformation - And finally…could the MAGA movement itself be considered a modern-day cult? This deep dive will make you question everything you thought you knew about power, control, and truth. TUNE IN to MBB to discover why the line between myth, conspiracy, and history might be thinner than you think… Dr. Richard B. Spence's podcast, Strange As It Seems: https://www.youtube.com/@StrangeAsItSeemsPodcast Subscribe on Substack for Ad-Free Episodes & Bonus Content: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bialikbreakdown.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BialikBreakdown.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube.com/mayimbialik⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We dug another episode from the crypt this week featuring Tyler Hamilton! Tyler Hamilton is a former professional cyclist. He's competed in a number of events throughout his extensive career, from the Olympics to the Tour de France. Tyler joins the podcast today to discuss his book The Secret Race and his involvement in the doping culture that surrounded professional cycling. Listen in as he shares his incredible story!   Related Links: The Secret Race: Inside the Hidden World of the Tour de France: https://amz.run/5dYQ Contact Tyler: tHamilton@blackswiftgroup.com Adventure Base Camps: https://www.adventurebasecamps.com/  

Discover the fascinating world of bourbon barrel investing — where whiskey meets wealth. In this episode, Caleb Guilliams sits down with Chuck Morton, a seasoned bourbon investor, to unpack how individuals are earning returns of 25%+ in a market completely uncorrelated to Wall Street.Learn how bourbon barrels become lucrative alternative assets, why every barrel is fully insured, and how to evaluate the risks, storage costs, and cash flow timelines before getting involved.Want a Life Insurance Policy? Go Here: https://bttr.ly/bw-yt-aa-clarity Want FREE Whole Life Insurance Resources & Education? Go Here: https://bttr.ly/yt-bw-vaultWant Us To Review Your Life Insurance Policy? Click Here: https://bttr.ly/yt-policy-review______________________________________________ Learn More About BetterWealth: https://betterwealth.com====================DISCLAIMER: https://bttr.ly/aapolicy*This video is for entertainment purposes only and is not financial or legal advice.Financial Advice Disclaimer: All content on this channel is for education, discussion, and illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as professional financial advice or recommendation. Should you need such advice, consult a licensed financial or tax advisor. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of the information on this channel. Neither host nor guests can be held responsible for any direct or incidental loss incurred by applying any of the information offered.

A Note from JamesI've always loved books where a journalist gets so deep into a subculture that they become part of it. Magic Is Dead by Ian Frisch is one of those. He starts out covering a secret society of magicians—“The 52,” named for the cards in a deck—and ends up becoming one of them.It reminded me of other favorites like Word Freak (Scrabble), The Game (pickup artists), and Moonwalking with Einstein (memory champions). I love that genre of participation—when curiosity turns into obsession and then into mastery.Ian's journey pulled me right in. He didn't just report on the world of magicians; he lived in it, practiced card tricks until his hands hurt, and learned how obsession, storytelling, and performance shape every great craft. Talking to him made me think about how every one of us could benefit from being part of more than one “world”—to have different lives, different subcultures where we're known and respected for something unique. That's real diversification. Not just financial, but personal.Episode DescriptionIn this episode, James talks with journalist and author Ian Frisch about his book Magic Is Dead: My Journey into the World's Most Secretive Society of Magicians and what it means to go all-in on obsession.They explore the underground network of modern magicians reinventing the art for the social-media age—tattoos, streetwear, viral videos, and all—and what these creative subcultures can teach the rest of us about mastery, storytelling, and risk.It's a conversation about transformation: how curiosity becomes discipline, and how the principles behind sleight of hand apply to persuasion, business, and everyday life.What You'll LearnWhy obsession—not balance—is often the key to getting great at somethingHow social media reshaped the art and culture of modern magicThe real psychology behind deception, storytelling, and human connectionHow magicians build trust with skeptical audiences (and what leaders can learn from it)Why belonging to multiple “worlds” or subcultures creates resilience and happinessTimestamped Chapters[00:00] Introduction — Obsession as a superpower [03:00] A Note from James — The journalist who became a magician [06:00] Participatory journalism and the power of total immersion [10:00] What makes this genre work: transformation and obsession [11:30] Discovering the new generation of social-media magicians [14:00] From top hats to tattoos: how magic reinvented itself online [18:30] The challenge of trust when magic meets video editing [20:30] The return of live magic and the human reaction [23:30] Subcultures, hierarchies, and belonging [26:00] Magic as a social tool for outsiders [29:00] How magicians train for a decade to master their craft [37:00] Ian's own training: learning sleight of hand as an adult [40:00] The poker connection and card control secrets [44:00] Why mystery matters more than the trick itself [47:00] Storytelling, psychology, and reading people [52:00] Applying magician skills to real-world persuasion [54:00] Comedy, showmanship, and performance overlap [55:30] The secret societies of magic and “The 52” [58:30] Competition, creativity, and the economics of exclusivity [01:00:40] How Ian earned his place as the “Two of Clubs” [01:03:00] Inventing a new trick and becoming part of the storyAdditional ResourcesMagic Is Dead: My Journey into the World's Most Secretive Society of Magicians by Ian FrischIan Frisch's WebsiteRelated titles discussed:Word Freak by Stefan FatsisMoonwalking with Einstein by Joshua FoerThe Game by Neil StraussThe Biggest Bluff by Maria KonnikovaMentioned magicians:Chris RamsayDaniel MadisonLaura LondonDoug McKenzieSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Who was Benjamin Franklin, and did he live a double life? Today, we take a closer look at the Crazy story of one of the most famous inventors. We'll talk about Benjamin Franklin joining the Freemasons, Franklin's inventions, the bones in Franklin's basement, Benjamin's double agent ties, and other interesting topics...Welcome to History Camp!

Navigating the labyrinth of college financing has become one of the most daunting challenges facing families today. With prestigious universities now approaching $100,000 per year, how can parents provide educational opportunities without sacrificing their financial future?Paul Campeau, CFP and founding partner of Bridgewise College Planning, pulls back the curtain on the hidden world of college financial aid. Since 2008, he's personally guided over 500 families to save an average of $40,000+ at top-tier schools while protecting their retirement savings. His insights reveal why many families unknowingly pay far more than necessary for higher education.The conversation explores the stark reality that students sitting next to each other in the same classroom often pay dramatically different amounts. Some pay full price while others receive substantial discounts through strategic planning and understanding the financial aid system. Campeauo explains why private universities frequently offer better financial packages than public institutions, and why community colleges aren't always the budget-friendly option they appear to be.We dive deep into the psychology behind college selection, examining how emotional decision-making leads families to overlook financial considerations. Campeau shares practical strategies for maximizing aid eligibility, including how to structure savings to avoid financial aid penalties and the critical timing of when to begin planning.Perhaps most valuably, Campeau outlines his "CFO approach" to college planning – a systematic method for finding schools that provide the right academic and campus fit while remaining financially sustainable. His framework empowers parents to make informed decisions rather than succumbing to marketing pressure or emotional appeals.Ready to discover how your family can pay less for college without compromising quality? Visit bridgewisecp.com for a College Readiness Breakthrough Session and take the first step toward a debt-free education for your children.Join the What if it Did Work movement on FacebookGet the Book!www.omarmedrano.comwww.calendly.com/omarmedrano/15min

Murph continues his powerful conversation with retired DEA Special Agent David Tyree, diving deeper into the human side of law enforcement and the international fight against drug trafficking. David reflects on the importance of children, family, and community in shaping the legacy of law enforcement. He shares stories from his time in Portugal, where international teamwork and financial investigations played a crucial role in dismantling powerful drug trafficking networks. With raw honesty, David emphasizes the role of mentorship, leadership, and self-regulation within the DEA, highlighting how these values not only guide agents but also protect communities worldwide.

Murph sits down with David Tyree, a retired DEA Special Agent with decades of experience in financial investigations, international drug trafficking, and law enforcement operations. David shares raw, gripping stories from his career, from seizing millions in cartel assets to taking down drug traffickers who thought they were untouchable. This episode isn't just about crime—it's about the heroic sacrifices of law enforcement, the power of teamwork, and the ongoing battle against drug addiction that devastates families and communities. David opens up about the importance of mental health resources, not only for those battling addiction but also for officers on the frontlines of the drug war.

Join us in this episode as we explore the wonders of fungi with Kaitlyn Kuehn “KK,” a plant biologist passionate about bridging the worlds of plants, fungi, and humans. As the host of the Flora Funga Podcast, KK blends science, storytelling, and curiosity to reveal the hidden mysteries of these extraordinary organisms. Whether she's diving into medicinal mushrooms and microdosing or uncovering the underground networks of plant-to-plant communication, KK invites listeners to experience the natural world with a fresh perspective. In this episode, we discuss: How fungi can help solve real-world human issues. Different types of mushrooms that help reduce inflammation and boost the nervous system. KK's personal journey with rheumatoid arthritis and the ways mushrooms have supported her healing.  The most common myths surrounding mushrooms. Are you mushroom-curious? Wherever you may be on your fungi journey, this conversation is sure to leave you inspired to look at mushrooms not just as food or medicine — but as powerful allies in human health and planetary well-being. To follow along with KK and her work, click here now!