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What sparked the Crimea Bridge attack in 2023? How long have Russia and Ukraine been in conflict with each other? Since 2014, Russia and Ukraine have been in a steady conflict, but things especially escalated in 2021. Two years later, Ukraine orchestrated an attack in Crimea that shook Russia. Read The Daily podcast’s breakdown of the Crimea Bridge attack from 2023.
What is nostalgia culture? Are viral videos fabricated to gain more views? In an episode of Matt and Shane’s Secret Podcast, the hosts reminisce about their youth. They reflect on pop culture fads that they enjoyed when they were younger, and whether viral videos today are fake or not. Continue reading to dive into nostalgia culture with Shane Gillis and Matt McCusker.
What’s the friendship like between Dwayne Johnson and Kevin Hart? Why do the pair work so well together on-screen? Kevin Hart has been known to collaborate with fellow actor Dwayne Johnson in comedic films. In an episode of Smartless, Hart explains the hilarious dynamic between the two of them and why it works so well. Learn more about Dwayne and Kevin Hart’s friendship that transcends comedy films.
Why is divorce so hard? Do you need a prenuptial agreement? Divorces can be hard, no matter how long you’ve been married. In an episode of the Lex Fridman Podcast, James Sexton joins Fridman to talk about the legal and emotional stakes that can have a profound effect on the divorce process. Take a look at why divorce is almost always complicated.
What’s the Robert Menendez gold bars controversy? Why did Menendez accept bribes? An episode of The Daily podcast opens with a discussion on corruption allegations enveloping New Jersey Senator Robert Menendez. The essence of the case is that Menendez accepted bribes, including gold bars, as a politician. Let’s dive deeper into the allegations Menendez is facing.
What does it mean to have the “Red Power God” title? Is it better to live life through a comedic lens? In the podcast episode “Red Power God (tier 2)” of Matt and Shane’s Secret Podcast, the hosts discuss a number of topics that currently interest them. Among them are Ken Wilber’s A Theory of Everything and the downsides of modern technology. Take a look at some of the topics Matt McCusker and Shane Gillis discuss in this episode.
What is Kevin Hart like behind closed doors? What’s his exercise routine like? On an episode of Smartless, Kevin Hart talks to hosts Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett about his personal life. Some of the topics he hits are about his family, fitness, and gaining a sense of normalcy as a celebrity. Let’s dive into Kevin Hart’s Smartless appearance where he talks about his family and philosophies.
What are the best tips for journalism interviewing? How important is it to maintain professional standards during these types of interviews? As a journalist, interviewing is part of the job. No matter what type of people you’re meeting for a new story, you need to uphold a certain level of professionalism by treating everyone with respect. Here are the interviewing tips Pierce Simpson has compiled from his experience working at Complex News, according to the You Should Know Podcast.
How does Mel Robbins explain the psychology of secrets? Why do we keep secrets, even if they could hurt somebody? In an episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, Robbins and guest Dr. Michael Slepian delve into the psychology of secrets. Slepian specifically focuses on their prevalence in personal relationships, particularly suspected infidelity. Learn more about the human tendency to keep secrets from people, no matter how extreme they are.
How did Netflix help Jo Koy make it big in the comedy industry? How popular is Koy among famous comedians? As a comedian, Koy has sold out arenas in multiple cities consistently. He talks about how he got to the point of performing in large arenas on the Fly on the Wall podcast with David Spade and Dana Carvey. Keep reading to learn more about how Jo Koy’s stand-up career blew up.