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Transcript: America This Week, Episode 80: “A Circle of Censorious Friends”

TK News by Matt Taibbi • 1243 implied HN points • 16 Mar 24
🎙 Podcasts Discussion Technology Social Issues
  1. Walter Kirn's experience driving a Tesla highlights the challenges and dangers of relying solely on a car's computerized systems for navigation instead of traditional mirrors and manual controls.
  2. Matt Taibbi and Walter discuss the shift in technology within cars from being easily fixable by ordinary people to now requiring specialized mechanics, raising concerns about accessibility and safety.
  3. The conversation emphasizes the importance of staying connected to the driving experience through senses like sight and touch, questioning the reliability of solely depending on technology while driving.

Glenn Loury, Confucius, The Cost of Luxury Beliefs

Rob Henderson's Newsletter • 1685 implied HN points • 06 Mar 24
🎙 Podcasts Interviews Recommendations Events
  1. Success is about training, mentorship, rigor, and standards, not just representation or diversity programs.
  2. A book event in San Francisco is happening on March 7 at 8VC, with limited space available for registration.
  3. Interesting findings include preferences of both men and women in partners, historical insights on human evolution and chewing, and marriage rates by income quintile in the US.

Transcript: America This Week, Episode 77, February 23, 2024

TK News by Matt Taibbi • 1578 implied HN points • 25 Feb 24
🎙 Podcasts Discussion Analysis Politics
  1. There was a discussion on the America This Week show about the 'insta-threat' from Russia and a review of 'Sonny's Blues'.
  2. The hosts mentioned a fabricated story about a Russian threat to influence the passing of a military aid bill for Ukraine.
  3. The conversation included references to apocalyptic news and the use of space nukes as a topic of fear mongering.
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Send me questions for the mail bag!

Volts • 1808 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
🎙 Podcasts
  1. David Roberts is starting a monthly mailbag episode to answer questions from the audience.
  2. Questions can range from energy to politics, philosophy, movies, food, and more.
  3. Audience can submit questions in the thread or email them for the mailbag episode.

Audio Versions Are Back

The Convivial Society • 443 implied HN points • 09 Mar 24
🎙 Podcasts Essays
  1. Audio versions of recent essays are available on Substack, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify for those who prefer listening over reading.
  2. Consider supporting the author's work through patronage options, including standard rates, student discounts, and permanent 20% off. This support helps sustain the newsletter.
  3. The author shares personal insights, such as literary references and nature photos, alongside updates, creating a more engaging and diverse reading experience for subscribers.

Mailbag #2

Richard Hanania's Newsletter • 390 implied HN points • 27 Feb 24
🎙 Podcasts Questions
  1. The author is conducting a mailbag session where people can ask questions in the comments. The questions with the most likes will be answered in the next week or two.
  2. Readers can choose between written responses or a podcast format for the answers to their questions.
  3. There is a poll being conducted to gauge public opinion on whether the audience prefers written responses or a podcast format for the mailbag.

Channeling Curiosity

Range Widely • 530 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🎙 Podcasts Sports Interviews Investigative Journalism Entertainment Content creation
  1. Pablo Torre's podcast _Pablo Torre Finds Out_ covers a wide range of topics beyond sports, aiming to entertain and inform across various subjects.
  2. Pablo Torre's show structure includes deep-dive episodes, talk show-style segments with friends, and one-on-one interviews with notable personalities, allowing for a diverse range of content.
  3. Balancing investigative reporting with entertaining content, Pablo Torre's podcast provides insightful stories while treating sports fans like adults.

#169: Goodbye for a little!

Maybe Baby • 1930 implied HN points • 05 Nov 23
🎙 Podcasts Episodes Essays Questions Recommendations
  1. The author is taking a break from the newsletter due to pregnancy and plans to return after maternity leave
  2. During the break, subscription payments will continue, and the newsletter archive will still be accessible
  3. The author provided a roundup of all content published in 2023 and encouraged readers to check out any missed content

6 Video Clips Of Judge Pauline Newman

Original Jurisdiction • 609 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🎙 Podcasts Legal
  1. Judge Pauline Newman is 96 years old and defending herself against allegations of cognitive decline.
  2. She shared video clips of herself to showcase her cognitive ability and vitality.
  3. Despite efforts to remove her from the bench, Judge Newman is determined to continue serving.

Conversations with Andrew Sullivan and Marilyn Simon

Archedelia • 904 implied HN points • 26 Nov 23
🎙 Podcasts Interviews Education
  1. Conversation with Andrew Sullivan on the Dishcast podcast covered a wide range of topics from personal anecdotes to societal issues
  2. The conversation included discussions on bureaucracy, childhood supervision, diversity, and the impact of technology on society
  3. Andrew Sullivan is praised for being a gifted interviewer who brings humanity to his conversations

Split on Film

Cosmographia • 1597 implied HN points • 17 Sep 23
🎙 Podcasts Film
  1. The post is for paid subscribers only, indicating exclusive content for a specific audience.
  2. The author mentions a podcast called Gone to Timbuktu, highlighting a recommendation for listeners who enjoy their content.
  3. The post features images and links, showing visual elements and ways to engage with the content.

Episode 9.

News Items • 216 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🎙 Podcasts Podcasting
  1. The post promotes Episode 9 of the 'Night Owls' podcast featuring Joe Klein and John Ellis discussing political opinions and American music.
  2. The podcast can be accessed on substack.news-items.com or Apple, providing different options for listeners.
  3. To continue reading the full post archives, a 7-day free trial is offered for subscription to News Items.

Building the Lovecraft Investigations

Development Hell • 1066 implied HN points • 14 Oct 23
🎙 Podcasts Creation Investigations
  1. The article discusses the process of developing a project based on Lovecraft's work, starting from an idea nurtured by the author and getting picked up by a producer.
  2. The inspiration for the project came in the wake of the success of the Serial podcast, with the goal of giving a modern twist to a Lovecraft story.
  3. Readers or listeners can access more content and archives of the article by subscribing and accessing a 7-day free trial.

Cornel West Blows Jake Tapper's Mind

Useful Idiots • 2397 implied HN points • 15 Jun 23
🎙 Podcasts Political Commentary Interviews
  1. Dr. Cornel West is running for president with the Green Party to spread his progressive message to a wider audience, including challenging Joe Biden and Donald Trump.
  2. Jake Tapper's mind was blown as he heard Cornel West call out 'milquetoast neoliberals' who aid fascism and explain why the militaristic machine needs to be stopped.
  3. Katie and Aaron highlight Trump's response to his indictment, RFK Jr.'s unusual behavior regarding Israel, and the importance of diverse viewpoints in media.