Podyssey Picks
Podyssey Picks (July 4th)
This week’s recommendations feature *an eye-opening conversation with a flat-earther to understand how conspiracy theorists think, and answers to why marriage is just so friggin hard nowadays.
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Best Episodes of the Week
1. Understand the mind of a flat-earther in this eye-opening, but genuine conversation with a well-known conspiracy theorist.
In October of 2019 I sat down with prominent Flat…
2. Are we asking too much from marriages?
Marriage is hard — and there are signs it's becoming even harder. This week on Hidden Brain, we examine how long-term relationships have changed over time, and whether we might be able to improve marr...Show More
3. A thought-provoking conversation about our mysterious, malleable, and ever-changing brains.
In this episode, I talk with David Eagleman, a neuroscientist, New York Times bestselling author, TED speaker, and Guggenheim Fellow, all about the brain and how it works. It’s mysterious, malleable, ...Show More
4. A funny audio drama that predicts the future of the European Union.
What is the future of the administration of the European Union? Written and narrated by Felix Trench. Produced by Zachary Fortais-Gomm. @felixtrench @zackfg Music: Nikas Drude - Ode to ...Show More
5. Loneliness is one of the largest crises in the world, so how do we fix it?
Acclaimed economist and author Noreena Hertz breaks down the world’s loneliness crisis, and what it means for the well-being of our minds, bodies, economies and democratic institutions. In this episod...Show More
6. A heart-warming story about a food librarian who created an infamous online food timeline used by everyone from Bon Appétit writers to academics.
We go back in Internet history to witness the Food Timeline's birth and learn about the amazing woman behind it.
Podcast Playlists
To the Moon: Reddit-Gamestop Miniseries
A 5-part mini-series on how Redditor gamed the Gamestop stock and created financial history.
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Podcasts Perfect for a Lazy Summer Afternoon
Taking a long road trip? Heading to the hammock? Here are some summer recommendations to keep you company.
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For True Crime Lovers
A young British maid was beaten to death in 187 and all clues point to the rich family who employed her.
When a young British maid is found savagely beaten in 1871, police trace clues back to the wealthy family that employed her. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Two men in South Dublin were stabbed in the head with screw drivers after a fight with teenagers. What were their motivations?
In February of 2008, two Polish men living and working in Drimnagh, South Dublin were killed in a fight outside their home. Both had been stabbed in the head with a screwdriver. It quickly emerged tha...Show More
New & Notable Podcasts
Edith!
Featured Episode: Trailer: Edith!, starring Rosamund Pike
02:00 | Jun 21st, 2021
3 RECOMMENDATIONS
Rosamund Pike stars as Edith Wilson in "Edith!" a scripted comedy podcast exploring the untold true-ish story of America's secret First Female President, from Gonzalo Cordova and Travis Helwig. Learn ...Show More
The Gloom
Featured Episode: Introducing: Dead Air
1:05:31 | Jun 28th, 2021
If you’re looking for another great audio drama, look no further than "Dead Air", a new show from Realm. We've included the first episode here for your listening pleasure. Summary: A true-crime p...Show More
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