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European History for the ignorant

I was staring at the map of Europe yesterday, and I realized that I know very little history. To start I would like to learn about the Colonial Period and the major power players there in. I seem to...

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Your favorite non-US interview podcasts/radio shows

I love listening to interviews of interesting people! I'm especially fond of listening to such shows when they are based in a country other than the US. Please recommend me your favorite...

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Give me your best podcasts!

I've recently gotten back into podcasts because my commute has changed and become more amendable to podcast-ing. Help me discover some new favorites. Here's what I like so far: Cool women talking about...

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Bring On the Spooky History

It's time to take my love of spooky history to a new level. What are some shows, movies, podcasts, etc that do it well? Preferences within. I'm a sucker for the kinds of shows they have around...

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Podcasts on neuroscience and/or human evolution

I'm fascinated by these two subjects that I know very little about. Looking for podcasts that don't shy away from science or talk down, but still keep the jargon and dry details to a minimum.

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Tell me about your pregnancy!

I'm looking for podcasts that have in-depth, first person accounts of pregnancy and childbirth. I’ve watched or listened to The Business of Being Born, Radiolab’s 23 Weeks 6 Days, and Sawbones: Our...

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More podcasts please.

What are some good podcasts about niche/specific interests hosted by comedians/comedy writers/funny people? Basically, I want the podcast to be funny and about a specific topic where that topic is not...

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Ancient podcasts

Hi! I'm looking for good podcasts about extremely ancient history, stretching way back into pre-history! Basically: anything that goes from pre-sapiens hominids to, i don't know, let's use 500 BCE as...

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Art history podcast suggestions, please.

Another podcast question! Something that will teach me the history of art? I'm looking for an art history podcast, in the same vein as the Khan Academy art history series. Ideally it would cover the...

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Please help me entertain my sick friend

I have a friend who's going through a really tough chemotherapy regimen and can't leave the house much, so she's bored to tears. I'm collecting some light entertainment to send her over the next few...

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Podcasts Please

I love 99 Percent Invisible, Radiolab, Serial & This American Life. What else do I love? I just started listening to podcasts in the last year (thanks Serial!) & am running out of episodes of...

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Cozy (but dark) relationships/life advice podcasts?

Yes, the title is strange, I know, but I will explain: I'm looking for podcasts in which the host is either reading people's letters to them, or taking people's calls, giving advice. The host could...

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English-language podcasts not from the U.S., the CBC, or the BBC?

Since I’ve started enjoying A(ustralian)BC’s Soundproof podcast I've come to realize that beyond the CBC and BBC, my podcasts are very U.S.-centric. What are some good English-language podcasts from...

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Entertain my ears, smartly!

I know they've been a thing for a while, but I just found my way "into" podcasts when I discovered You're the Expert this summer. But now I'm all caught up and they only release an episode every two...

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Wells, Wells, Wells

There is now a Dead Authors-shaped hole in my heart. Are there any other humor podcasts of a similar literary and/or historical bent?

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Podcasts requested!

I'm returning to work from maternity leave, and my daily 2 hours in the car is the only time I'm guaranteed to myself. Help me make it the best time possible with podcasts! I'm looking specifically for...

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Are there other podcasts like Radio War Nerd?

Please tell me there are other podcasts like Radio War Nerd. One episode a week is just not going to be enough. Are there other podcasts with a focus on military matters/conflicts/intelligence? I'm...

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What makes a podcast successful and engaging to you?

After thinking about it for over a year, I am ready to try and get my podcast going in the New Year. I'm here to ask the Hive Mind what makes a podcast tick for you. The podcast will be all-female...

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Medical podcasts

I would like to find new medical podcasts to listen to whilst I cycle. I would be interested in physiology, pathology, anatomy, anything similar, really! I have enjoyed Doc C on anatomy, pathology and...

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Tech upskilling

Can you recommend me some podcasts/ebooks/apps/etc that are aimed for intermediately skilled people who want to learn more about the tech industry, the internet and programming? I started a job...

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Name's bond, hydrogen bond

I'm looking for entertaining, science-review podcasts to prepare for the MCAT! I'm embarking on the wonderful MCAT journey. Hooray. I love podcasts and am trying to find engaging, informative podcasts...

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Nonfiction podcasts that are nothing like NPR or This American Life?

I've never bothered with podcasts because I hate NPR and This American Life (and TED Talks and Moth-style storytelling and John Hodgman, etc.) Part of it is the sound, and part is the emotionality...

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Where are the queer podcasts?

I'm looking for interesting, engaging podcasts about queer lives and stories, less news or politics, more art and culture and "This American Life" style tales of life. Also interested in podcasts with...

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More audio comedy for my 12-year-old son

4+ years ago y'all gave my son a treasure trove of audio comedy, some of which he's listened to hundreds of times. Now he's almost 13 and needs a recharge. Help? My son still puts his audio comedy on...

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Intelligent spiritual and religious podcasts

I'm interested in religious and spiritual matters - both from an intellectual point of view and as a way toward living a better life. I'm looking for interesting podcasts. No limits on specific...

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