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Podyssey Picks

Podyssey Picks (Sept 4)

This week’s podcast picks features some great community recommendations, including an episode on the mystery of free coffee machines from eBay, why productivity won’t save you, and why it’s okay to hate highbrow culture.

We’re also excited to highlight our community sponsor this week, the The Jordan Harbinger Show where self-motivated people dig deep into the untapped wisdom of the world’s sharpest minds — from legendary creators to intelligence operatives, iconoclastic writers to visionary change-makers.

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Last Updated: Sep 3rd, 2022

Best Episodes of the Week

1. The shocking reason why she kept getting free coffee machines on eBay.

Sometimes online shopping can feel a little unsavory. There are the listings that make you question if you'll really be getting exactly what's advertised. And there's no worse feeling than paying for ...Show More

2. Why productivity isn’t the ultimate answer to a stress-free life.

We live in a world that rewards us for producing, and producing, and producing. But why is it that no matter how much we do, it never feels like enough? This week, we’re going to look at our obs...Show More

3. It’s okay to hate highbrow culture.

Are Europeans more sophisticated than Americans? What’s wrong with preferring Taylor Swift to Puccini? And is Steve Levitt “Team Edward” or “Team Jacob”?

4. How to overcome fear of abandonment in relationships.

In this episode, Marielle and Ed answer a listener's question about fears of abandonment when conflict arises in relationships. These fears go straight to the heart of old wounds for many people.  Oft...Show More

5. Did you know? Prince Diana’s younger brother is a best-selling author and he wrote a book about a 900-year-old British tragedy.

Earl Spencer, best-selling author and historian, has a superb talent for bringing history to life. His new book, The White Ship, explores England’s worst ever maritime and royal disaster, a tragedy th...Show More

6. Why people hated disco.

Mike tells Sarah how a silly sports promotion galvanized a reactionary movement. Digressions include “Charlotte’s Web,” Jane Fonda and German-language musicals. Songs are dissected; the honor of David...Show More

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Pain psychologist Dr. Rachel Zoffness joins us to discuss what pain actually is and how we can manage it in ways that don't exacerbate the opioid epidemic.

Featured Episode: 661: Rachel Zoffness | Managing Pain In Your Body and Brain

1:15:29 | May 3rd, 2022

2 RECOMMENDATIONS

Pain psychologist Dr. Rachel Zoffness joins us to discuss what pain actually is and how we can manage it in ways that don't exacerbate the opioid epidemic.

New & Notable Podcasts

The Kill List

When human rights activist Karima Baloch is found drowned off the shores of Toronto, an investigation into her mysterious death leads all the way back to Pakistan, the country she had recently fled. In this six-part series, host Mary Lynk explores the rampant abductions and killings of dissidents in Pakistan, the dangers that follow those who flee to the West, and a terrifying intelligence agency with tentacles around the globe.
Genres: True Crime

CBC Podcasts

+7 FANS

Featured Episode: Episode 1: Death of an Icon

51:11 | Jul 11th, 2022

1 RECOMMENDATION

A leading human rights activist is found dead. Many immediately suspect murder. The assassinations of dissidents like her have become commonplace in Pakistan. But Karima Baloch's body was discovered o...Show More

Moment of Um

Moment of Um is your daily answer to those questions that pop up out of nowhere and make you go… ummmmmmm.
Genres: Science

American Public Media

2 FANS

Featured Episode: Do dogs always lift the same leg to pee?

06:44 | Sep 2nd, 2022

Woof woof woof! It’s Woof Week here on Moment of Um, where we’re ready to learn about all things related to dogs! In today’s episode, Dr. Carlo Siracusa answers the question “Do dogs always lift the s...Show More

For True Crime Lovers

1. Humans turn into soap when we die in water.

Say it with them now… adipocere. If you die in water and no one gets you out, you’re going to turn into soap, but a stinky cottage cheese kind. Laura and Shelly discuss adipocere crime scenes, Laura’s...Show More

2. The Night Witches that murdered Nazis.

Scottish Murders Introduces The Crime Diner PodcastDuring World War II an all-female group of military aviators of the 588th Night Bomber Regiment was terrorizing Nazis under the stealth of the night ...Show More

Podcast Playlists

Podcasts on Why Rest is a Right

Remind yourself that you’re worthy of rest with this podcast playlist all about it.

Curated by:slowandsudden

5 episodes

Excellent True Crime Podcasts

True Crime podcasts that are a cut above the rest!

Curated by:gertie

19 podcasts

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Melody and Danny are the co-founders of Podyssey. Every week we curate this round-up with the mission of helping our readers find the hidden gems in the podcast world.

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