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Water Cooler Talk Podcast

”Conversation based comedy news podcast that aims to connect the world through strange and interesting real-life news stories.”

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01:16:29

Offensive Words w/ Spencer Parks

Water Cooler Talk Podcast ·

2021/03/09

Joined by guest host Spencer Parks of The Dictionary (21:02), Adam and Spencer discuss the influence of Urban Dictionary and Wikipedia on the future of AI technology (04:09) and if saying offensive words to the police should land you in cuffs (32:46). The Dictionary Clip (70:31). Corrections (71:42). Enjoy! Learn more about Spencer’s charity of choice, “Catcade Chicago”. “Our mission is to rescue cats from life-threatening situations such as high-kill shelters and to find friendly, quality homes

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01:02:51

Movement Sympathies w/ Kensy Cooperrider

Water Cooler Talk Podcast ·

2021/02/23

Joined by guest host Kensy Cooperrider (24:12), Adam and Kensy discuss if being bilingual can be beneficial when dealing with pain (03:31) and how the “OK” symbol could have become a dog whistle for white supremacy (28:16). Corrections (61:01). Enjoy! Learn more about Kensy’s charity of choice, the “Chicago Coalition for the Homeless”. “We organize and advocate to prevent and end homelessness, because we believe housing is a human right in a just society.” [News Story] Does Your Pain Feel

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55:29

The Prestigious Man w/ Avik Das

Water Cooler Talk Podcast ·

2021/02/09

Joined by guest host Avik Das (21:12), Adam and Avik discuss how VR technology could lend a helping hand in therapy for gender dysphoria (03:59) and how the prestigious man is slowly starting to overtake the alpha male (29:22). Corrections (53:17). Enjoy! Learn more about Avik’s charity of choice, Planned Parenthood. “Planned Parenthood delivers vital reproductive health care, sex education and information to millions of people worldwide.” [News Story] Experiencing The Illusion Of Having An

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02:19:24

Best Of 2020

Water Cooler Talk Podcast ·

2021/02/03

Before we officially begin the 2021 season, we revisit our five favorite stories of 2020! Stories: how deepfake technology has been altering mens relationships towards women (04:12), if it’s possible for Flavortown and Guy Fieri to make up for the atrocities of Christopher Columbus (21:14), professional musicians asking for “tips” (39:17), bouncing back from dream death (64:34) and dealing with loss and how we perceive the afterlife (85:03). Enjoy! [News Story] Deep Fake Education w/ Maria

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01:04:54

The Pursuit Of Satisfaction w/ Caroline Skoog

Water Cooler Talk Podcast ·

2020/12/01

Joined by guest host Caroline Skoog (25:27), Adam and Caroline discuss Jenny Slate’s decision to step down from the character of Missy on ‘Big Mouth’ (04:20) and if the pursuit of satisfaction is more important than the pursuit of happiness (33:20). Corrections (62:38). Enjoy! Learn more about Caroline’s charity of choice, The Shift Cooperative. “The Strategy Helping Initiative for Teens is a nonprofit organization providing emergency relief to underserved communities and youth in the Twin

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01:01:38

Medication Harm w/ Mika Pollack

Water Cooler Talk Podcast ·

2020/11/17

Joined by special guest host Mika Pollack, executive director at Safest Drug (23:47), Adam and Mika discuss how illegal prescription drugs are being found in brain boosting supplements (01:40) and if medical tourism is the answer to rising prescription drug prices in the US (33:03). Corrections (59:20). Enjoy! Learn more about Mika's organization, Safest Drug. "Safest Drug is a nonprofit working to end medication injuries and deaths in America by making sure the medication experience is safer for

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01:06:39

News Desert w/ Bianca Nkwonta

Water Cooler Talk Podcast ·

2020/11/02

Joined by special guest host Bianca Nkwonta (25:29), Adam and Bianca discuss if a lottery system of electing officials could replace the electoral college (02:56) and how paywalls are allowing conservative media to win the journalism wars (37:24). Corrections (64:05) Enjoy! Learn more about Bianca’s Charity of Choice, Project Protect. “Project Protect provides financial, medical and legal resources during and after #EndSARS protests.” [News Stories] Let’s Get Rid Of Elections And Choose Our

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48:26

Olè Apology w/ Abby Tornquist

Water Cooler Talk Podcast ·

2020/10/20

Joined by special guest host Abby Tornquist (15:51), Adam and Abby discuss potential consequences to littering in National Parks (02:33) and the social impact of “boys will be boys” (22:07). Corrections (45:53). Enjoy! Learn more about Abby’s Charity of Choice, the Loveland Foundation. “Loveland Foundation is committed to showing up for communities of color in unique and powerful ways, with a particular focus on Black women and girls.” [News Stories] Thai National Park Sends Rubbish Back To

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01:11:13

Shut Up And Dribble w/ Cecil Harris

Water Cooler Talk Podcast ·

2020/10/13

Joined by special guest host Cecil Harris (for a 2nd time) (24:38), Adam and Cecil discuss the University of Georgia’s decision to support football over on-campus voting (07:49) and why the NBA ratings have continued to decline throughout the years (38:59). Corrections (68:10). Enjoy! Learn more about Cecil’s Charity of Choice, Services for the UnderServed. “Services for the UnderServed (S:US) envisions a city where everyone has a roof over their head, is healthy, productive and can enjoy the

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01:02:46

Deepfake Education w/ Maria Ahlin

Water Cooler Talk Podcast ·

2020/10/06

Joined by special guest host Maria Ahlin, founder of Changing Attitudes (27:07), Adam and Maria discuss the impact of Covid-19 on sex workers in Germany (02:57) and how deepfake technology has been altering mens relationships towards women (38:03). Corrections (62:46). Enjoy! Learn more about Maria's organization, Changing Attitudes. "Changing Attitudes exists to eliminate all attitudes leading to sex-buying." [News Stories] Berlin Brothels Reopen After Lockdown, But No Sex Allowed What Can

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42:01

Nice Guys w/ Pretty Girl Pill Club

Water Cooler Talk Podcast ·

2020/09/22

Joined by special guest hosts Sophie Collis and Rohnie Williams of Pretty Girl Pill Club Podcast (19:56); Adam, Sophie and Rohnie discuss healthy and unhealthy ways to communicate with an ex (06:54) and how being too nice in a relationship can be too much of a bad thing (24:37). No Corrections. Enjoy! Learn more about Sophie and Rohnie’s Charity of Choice, Black Visions Collective. "BLVC is committed to a long term vision in which ALL Black lives not only matter, but are able to thrive. What we

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50:43

Barbershop Advice w/ Countryboi

Water Cooler Talk Podcast ·

2020/09/15

Joined by special guest host Countryboi of The Cut and One Mic Podcast (17:18), Adam and Countryboi discuss The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air reboot and it's cultural significance (04:10) and if local barbershops are a healthy alternative for productive communication among men (25:36). Corrections (45:28). One Mic Podcast Clip (47:45). Enjoy! Learn more about Countryboi's Charity of Choice, St. Jude's Children Hospital. "A leading children’s hospital, St. Jude treats the toughest childhood cancers and

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01:03:33

Campfire Stories w/ Dr. Michael B. C. Rivera

Water Cooler Talk Podcast ·

2020/09/08

*Re-Uploaded Joined by special guest host Dr. Michael B. C. Rivera of The Arch and Anth Podcast (21:42), Adam and Michael discuss how humans developed into telling stories and believing in wizards (02:08) and how you and your friends can pay $2,500 to be told you’re racist over dinner (26:43). Corrections (59:47). Enjoy! Learn more about Michael's Charity of Choice, The TAIBU Community Health Center. "We provide comprehensive primary healthcare in combination with health promotion programs and

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01:08:47

The Power Of Imagination w/ Felipe De Brigard

Water Cooler Talk Podcast ·

2020/08/25

Joined by special guest host Felipe De Brigard (19:03), Adam and Felipe discuss nostalgia and why we enjoy the same things over and over again (05:03) and how Little Red Riding Hood packing heat is allowing our government to re-write history (28:41). Corrections (65:35). Enjoy! Learn more about Felipe's Charity of Choice, El Centro Hispano. "Our overarching goal is to expand educational opportunities for personal growth and development of Hispanic/Latino community members, from child to

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55:20

Space Needs You w/ Dr. Sheyna Gifford

Water Cooler Talk Podcast ·

2020/08/18

Joined by special guest host Dr. Sheyna Gifford (23:20), Adam and Dr. Gifford discuss Tom Cruise and how our media is influencing the future of space exploration (03:49) and the impact of laughter, in a more serious manner, clowns, on martian living (31:51). No corrections. Enjoy! Learn more about Sheyna's Charity of Choice, Black Girls Code. "By reaching out to the community through workshops and after school programs, Black Girls CODE has set out to prove to the world that girls of every color

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53:41

Naïve Realism w/ Jake Teeny

Water Cooler Talk Podcast ·

2020/08/11

Joined by special guest host Jake Teeny (25:09), Adam and Jake discuss face mask skepticism and the reasons for yelling at teenagers (03:49) and if avoiding life changing facts can be detrimental to future happiness (30:07). Corrections (48:56). Enjoy! Learn more about Jake's Charity of Choice, the ACLU. "The ACLU dares to create a more perfect union — beyond one person, party, or side. Our mission is to realize this promise of the United States Constitution for all and expand the reach of its

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59:13

Positive Consumption w/ Sam Rosemark

Water Cooler Talk Podcast ·

2020/07/02

Joined by special guest host Sam Rosemark for his second appearance (23:21), Adam and Sam discuss how 80% of American’s believe the US to be “out of control” and how we can go about regaining that “control” (03:38) and if it's possible for Flavortown and Guy Fieri to make up for the atrocities of Christopher Columbus (31:14). Corrections (53:51). Enjoy! Learn more about Sam's Charity of Choice, Rock The Vote. "Dedicated to building the political power of young people. Register to vote, check your

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01:20:47

Oscar Bias w/ Zoheb Ali

Water Cooler Talk Podcast ·

2020/06/25

Joined by special guest host Zoheb Ali of Midnight Double Feature Podcast (37:29), Adam and Zoheb discuss if personal bias of eligible Oscar voters are running the Academy Awards (04:39), Zoheb gives Adam a chance to host a mini version of Midnight Double Feature (44:11) and the two discuss if watching Zootopia can make you a better person (50:48). Corrections (72:23). Midnight Double Feature Clip (75:47). Enjoy! Learn more about Zoheb's Charity of Choice, the Red Cross Australia. "Australian Red

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46:48

Art That Moves Us w/ Marla Klein

Water Cooler Talk Podcast ·

2020/06/18

Joined by special guest host Marla Klein (20:05), Adam and Marla discuss the subjectiveness of art and how expensive produce can create meaningful conversation (02:43) and the importance of having a supportive system for LGBTQ+ youth during an impactful time for transgender rights (27:00). Corrections (44:39). Enjoy! Learn more about Marla's Charity of Choice, Freeborn County Arts Initiative. "The Freeborn County Arts Initiative promotes regional arts and culture to enrich and strengthen our

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01:52:37

10,000 Tendus w/ Empress

Water Cooler Talk Podcast ·

2020/06/11

Joined by special guest host Empress (30:34), Adam and Empress discuss the importance of having a stage name as an artist (02:01), professional musicians asking for “tips” and how streaming platforms are changing the music landscape (49:26) and how TikTok is changing the next generations beauty standards (74:42). Corrections (108:15). Enjoy! Learn more about Empress's Charity of Choice, She Is The Music. "She Is The Music is an industrywide movement to empower female creators. The organization is

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