60 Songs That Explain the '90s - Dr. Dre—“Nuthin’ But a G-Thang”

Rob explores legendary producer Dr. Dre’s iconic debut album ‘The Chronic’ and its lead single, “Nuthin’ But a G-Thang,” by discussing Dre’s extraordinary chemistry with other rappers, his towering influence on West Coast gangsta rap, and his dark history of violence against women.

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Host: Rob Harvilla

Guest: Sheldon Pearce

Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles

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Everything Everywhere Daily - The Smallest Country in the World

How small can a country be and still be a country? In theory, there is no lower limit on the number of people to be a sovereign state. However, in reality, there are costs associated with being an independent country. The fewer the number of people, the higher the cost for everyone in the country. There is one country that has managed to remain an independent republic for over 50 years with a population of only about 10,000 people.

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CBS News Roundup - World News Roundup: 02/03

Developing new vaccines to target COVID variants. Getting shots to those most at risk. Fallen Capitol Police officer lying in honor. CBS News Correspondent Steve Kathan has today's World News Roundup.

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The NewsWorthy - Trump Trial Preview, Fallen Officer Honored & New Amazon CEO- Wednesday, February 3rd, 2021

The news to know for Wednesday, February 3rd, 2021!

We'll tell you about:

  • what to expect next week at the historic Senate impeachment trial; both sides have turned in their official arguments
  • a rare honor for a fallen police officer
  • where the federal government will soon send COVID-19 vaccines for the first time
  • why Amazon's billionaire founder plans to step down as CEO
  • which delivery company Uber is taking over
  • the reason behind Nike's new hands-free sneaker

Those stories and more in about 10 minutes! 

Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below...

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Sources:

Impeachment Managers Trial Briefs: NPR, NY Times, WaPo, FOX News, House.Gov

Trump Impeachment Response: Politico, WaPo, Reuters, CNBC, Defense Response

Ofc. Sicknick Lies in Honor: NY Times, AP, NBC News, CNN

Immigration Executive Action: LA Times, AP, FOX News, White House

Mayorkas, Buttigieg Confirmed: CNN, WaPo, NY Times, Politico

Navalny Sentenced: AP, Axios, CNBC, Blinken Tweet

Vaccines Going Right to Pharmacies: Bloomberg, NBC News, Reuters, CDC

Amazon CEO Steps Down: NBC News, WSJ, Fox Business, Amazon

Uber Buys Alcohol Delivery Service: The Verge, WaPo, Uber

College FB Practice Concussion Risk: NY Times, Axios, JAMA

College FB Video Games: ESPN, WSJ, The Verge, EA Sports

Nike Unveils Hands-Free Shoe: USA Today, CBS News, Nike

Work Wednesday: Best Cities for Remote Jobs: Dallas Morning News, InMyArea, Numbeo

Everything Everywhere Daily - The 1937 Soviet Census

In 1936, Soviet leader Joseph Stalin determined it was time for the Soviet Union to have another census. They hadn’t conducted one since 1926 and he wanted some actual numbers to show the world the success of the Soviet system. Needless to say, the numbers were not what Stalin had expected….and promised. Learn more about the 1937 Soviet Census, the census that exposed Stalin, on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily.

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CBS News Roundup - World News Roundup: 02/02

President Biden and Republicans Senators look for common ground on a stimulus plan. Clearing away two feet of snow in the Northeast. Mitch McConnell takes on a controversial Georgia Congresswoman. CBS News Correspondent Steve Kathan has today's World News Roundup.

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The NewsWorthy - Dueling Relief Proposals, Silver Market Frenzy & Groundhog Day- Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021

The news to know for Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021!

We have updates about:

  • the latest efforts to pass another coronavirus relief bill; two options are on the table now
  • what one congresswoman said that has some lawmakers from both parties condemning her views
  • whether silver could be the new GameStop
  • what's next for that East Coast storm
  • how you could win a ticket to space and help children with cancer at the same time

Those stories and more in just 10 minutes!

Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com or see sources below to read more about any of the stories mentioned today.

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Sources:

Relief Bill Talks: WaPo, NBC News, Axios, Reuters, GOP Proposal, White House Proposal

U.S. COVID-19 Progress: NY Times, CNN, AP

Rep. Taylor Greene Controversy: The Hill, NY Times, ABC News

Reddit Traders Target Silver: USA Today, WSJ, BBC

Winter Storm Update: Accuweather, AP, CBS News, NWS

Groundhog Day: AP, People, Watch Livestream

Dustin Diamond Dies: USA Today, Variety, Fox News

Ticket to Space Raffle: The Verge, NBC News, NY Times, SpaceX

Read Me a Poem - “Miniature Snowstorm” by Rosamund Stanhope

Amanda Holmes reads Rosamund Stanhope’s poem, “Miniature Snowstorm.” Have a suggestion for a poem by a (dead) writer? Email us: podcast@theamericanscholar.org. If we select your entry, you’ll win a copy of a poetry collection edited by David Lehman.


This episode was produced by Stephanie Bastek and features the song “Canvasback” by Chad Crouch.



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