Serious Inquiries Only - AS200: Abortion Debate Followup

Thank you guys for the avalanche of comments, emails and messages on my debate with Tyler Vela. This is likely the most response I’ve gotten to anything, and I think it’s because there is plenty to disagree and argue about. That’s my favorite kind of topic! Today’s episode is a bit of a post-mortem on … Continue reading AS200: Abortion Debate Followup →

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The Goods from the Woods - BONUS EPISODE! – “‘The Force Awakens’ Spoiler Episode!”

Hey all you Siths and Jedis, here's a very special bonus episode of The Goods from the Woods where we talk about Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens. We're talkin' all things Kylo Ren, Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, and the whole damn gang. Dr. Pat's on assignment so this one is just Goodnight and Rivers along with our friend Michael McCall and our old buddy, Nick Thomas. Follow Michael on Twitter @JMichaelMcCall. Follow Nick @OneDumbBoy. Follow us on Twitter @TheGoodsPod Rivers is @RiversLangley  Dr. Pat is @PM_Reilly Mr. Goodnight is @SepulvedaCowboy  Pick up a Goods from the Woods t-shirt at: http://prowrestlingtees.com/TheGoodsPod

The Gist - The 12 Days of Trumpmas

On The Gist, the big news from Zimbabwe. Then, Mike asks Maria Konnikova of the New Yorker what can be done to fight off a common cold. Maria’s new book The Confidence Game is now available for preorder. For the Spiel, we welcome friendly carolers into the studio to perform a new holiday classic. Today’s sponsor: Make holiday shopping easier with the Slate Gift Guide, a curated collection of products selected by Slate editors and writers. These are the things that most improved our lives this year, wrapped up in one guide for you. Find something for everyone on your list at picks.slate.com.

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The Allusionist - 27. Bonus 2015

For the last episode of 2015, here’s a melange of etymologies requested by listeners, and anecdotes there wasn’t room for in the show earlier this year. We’ve got Klingon! Acid trips! The plural of ‘octopus’! An unwitting cameo from Cliff Richard!

Warning: this episode contains references to drugs, sex and genitals, plus some mild swears (category B/C).

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The Gist - Presidential Candidates on Half-Speed

On The Gist, a look back at major news stories made possible by data leaks and analysis. Too bad there’s no award for data … or is there? Jody Avirgan from the FiveThirtyEight podcast What’s the Point joins us to share the winners and losers of various data-related awards for 2015. For the Spiel, we’re all a bunch of stinking political hypocrites.            Today’s sponsors:   Harry’s, the shaving company that offers German-engineered blades, well-designed handles, and shipping right to your door. Visit Harrys.com for $5 off your first purchase with the promo code THEGIST. Shari’s Berries. Fresh berries dipped in chocolate, starting at just $19.99, are a great last-minute gift, and double your berries for just $10. Visit berries.com, click on the microphone, and use the code GIST.  Join Slate Plus! Members get bonus segments, exclusive member-only podcasts, and more. Sign up for a free trial today at slate.com/gistplus.

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