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Official free, weekly podcast of the award-winning radio show "This American Life." First-person stories and short fiction pieces that are touching, funny, and surprising. Hosted by Ira Glass, from WBEZ Chicago Public Media, and distributed by Public Radio International. In mp3 and updated Mondays.

© Copyright 1995-2011 Chicago Public Media & Ira Glass

NPR's weekly current events quiz. Have a laugh and test your news knowledge while figuring out what's real and what we've made up.

© Copyright 2007 NPR – For Personal Use Only

On Radiolab, science meets culture and information sounds like music. Each episode of Radiolab® is an investigation — a patchwork of people, sounds, stories and experiences centered around One Big Idea. Hosted by Jad Abumrad and Robert Krulwich, Radiolab is produced by WNYC public radio. Support the adventure with a donation by pasting the following URL into your browser: http://www.wnyc.org/epledge/radiolab

© © WNYC Radio

Fresh Air from WHYY, the Peabody Award-winning weekday magazine of contemporary arts and issues, is one of public radio's most popular programs. Hosted by Terry Gross, the show features intimate conversations with today's biggest luminaries.

© Copyright 2007 NPR – For Personal Use Only

Writer, comedian and unabashed crappy television fan Alison Rosen (you know her as Adam Carolla's news girl) shares all the junk in her head in a fun and silly (but sometimes serious) weekly interview show touching on relationships, pop culture and current events, listener interaction and trying to figure out if that thing you do that you think no one else does is normal.

© Alison Rosen

Subscribe for the latest updates from Lionsgate on The Hunger Games, in theaters March 23, 2012!

© Copyright 2012

In their books "Freakonomics" and "SuperFreakonomics," Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner explore "the hidden side of everything," with stories about cheating schoolteachers, self-dealing real-estate agents, and crack-selling mama’s boys. The Freakonomics Radio podcast, hosted by Dubner, carries on that tradition with weekly episodes. Prepare to be enlightened, engaged, perhaps enraged, and definitely surprised.

© (c) WNYC, APM and Dubner Productions

The Secret Stash – A Comic Book Men Companion podcast. Starring Walt Flanagan, Bryan Johnson, Mike Zapcic, Ming Chen and @ThatKevinSmith.

© (c) SModco

The Adam Carolla Show is the #1 Daily Downloaded Podcast in the World. GET IT ON as Adam shares his thoughts on current events, relationships, airport security, specialty pizzas, hobos, and anything else he can complain about. Five days a week and completely uncensored, Adam welcomes a wide range of guests to join him on the couch for in depth interviews and a front row seat to his unparalleled ranting. Let's not forget Bryan Bishop (Bald Bryan) on sound effects and Alison Rosen on news.

© 2009-2011 ACE Broadcasting.

Money makes the world go around, faster and faster every day. On NPR's Planet Money, you'll meet high rollers, brainy economists and regular folks — all trying to make sense of our rapidly changing global economy.

© 2008 National Public Radio

How do spies work? What about fasting? Join Josh and Chuck as they break down everything from Zorro to zoot suits in the Stuff You Should Know, a podcast from HowStuffWorks.com.

© Copyright 2011 HowStuffWorks.com

In WNYC's new podcast series, award-winning actor Alec Baldwin gives the listener unique entrée into the lives of artists, policy makers and performers. Alec sidesteps the predictable by taking listeners inside the dressing rooms, apartments, and offices of people such as comedian Chris Rock, political strategist Ed Rollins and Oscar winner Michael Douglas. Here's the Thing: Listen to what happens when an inveterate guest becomes a host. Subscribe now and get new interviews every two weeks.

© © WNYC Radio

The Moth features people telling true, engaging, funny, touching and eye-opening stories from their lives. Hailed as "New York's hottest and hippest literary ticket" by the Wall Street Journal, The Moth has been producing sold-out storytelling shows for over ten years. Stories are told without notes to a live audience by a wide range of people. The best have been captured here. For more information about our programs, live events, and CD's for sale, go to www.themoth.org. The podcast is updated on Mondays.

© 2006-2010

I am Chris Hardwick. I am on TV a lot and have a blog at nerdist.com. This podcast is basically just me talking about stuff and things with my two nerdy friends Jonah Ray and Matt Mira, and usually someone more famous than all of us. Occasionally we swear because that is fun. I hope you like it, but if you don't I'm sure you will not hesitate to unfurl your rage in the 'reviews' section because that's how the Internet works.

America's funniest auto mechanics take calls from weary car owners all over the country, and crack wise while they diagnose Dodges and dismiss Diahatsus. You don't have to know anything about cars to love this one hour weekly laugh fest.

© 2001 Dewey, Cheetham and Howe

Comedian Marc Maron is tackling the most complex philosophical question of our day – WTF? He'll get to the bottom of it with help from comedian friends, celebrity guests and the voices in his own head. You loved him on Morning Sedition. You kinda liked him on The Marc Maron Show. You tolerated him on Break Room Live. Now, embrace him on a show from which he cannot be fired – WTF with Marc Maron.

© 2012.

Whether they're recounting the exploits of the Massachusetts 54th or the work of Mexico's Hapsburg prince, you can count on Sarah and Deblina to bring you the greatest and strangest stories in history. Tune in to learn more Stuff You Missed In History Class.

© Copyright 2011 HowStuffWorks.com

Bill Maher and his panelists are back to take on the contenders, and pretenders, all year long! Download complete episodes including Overtime, where Bill and his guests answer fan questions. For more of Real Time, go to hbo.com/real-time-with-bill-maher

© (c) Home Box Office

The podcast of Comedian Joe Rogan.

© Copyright © Talking Monkey Productions

The Dave Ramsey Show is about real life and how it revolves around money. Dave Ramsey teaches you to manage and budget your money, get out of debt, build wealth, and live in financial peace. Managing your money properly will reduce stress, improve your marriage, and provide security for you and your family. Updated: Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:00:00 -0500

© Copyright 2012

Audio from The Dan LeBatard Show with Stugotz and Hochman. Weekdays 3pm – 7pm ET on 790 The Ticket — WAXY-AM/Miami, FL

Can't get enough of the radioshow Tiësto's Club Life? Then subscribe to this podcast and get a weekly update on the favourite tracks of Tiësto! For more info about Tiësto please visit www.tiesto.com or club.bnn.nl

Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon face off on the day's hot topics.

© 2010

Jillian Michaels, America's Health and Wellness guru, brings you the Jillian Michaels Show. An entertaining, inspirational, informative show that gives you tools to find health and happiness in all areas of your life.

© Empowered Media LLC

The Voice" returns with the strongest vocalists from across the country invited to compete in the blockbuster vocal competition show's second season.

© NBCUniversal Media, LLC

Welcome to the weekly audio Podcast from Joel Osteen. Joel and Victoria Osteen are pastors of Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas, a vibrant and diverse church that Forbes calls the largest and fastest – growing congregation in America.

© 2012Joel Osteen Ministries

Watch "NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams," providing reports and analysis of the day's most newsworthy national and international events. This video podcast, updated each weekday evening by MSNBC.com, brings you the day's show in its entirety. For more from "Nightly News", visit http://nightly.msnbc.com

© Copyright © 2012 MSNBC Interactive News LLC

Grantland's Bill Simmons talks about his favorite things in sports: the Celtics, the Red Sox, his fantasy team and more.

© 2010

TED is a nonprofit devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading. On this feed, you'll find TEDTalks video to inspire, intrigue and stir the imagination from some of the world's leading thinkers and doers, speaking from the stage at TED conferences, TEDx events and partner events around the world. This podcast is also available in high-def video and audio-only formats.

© TED Conferences LLC

The best stories, interviews and on the spot reporting from around the world including highlights from Newshour, The World Today and World Briefing. Up to 30 minutes compiled twice a day from the 24 hour News coverage from the BBC World Service.

© (C) BBC 2012

The Naked Scientists – interactive science, medicine and technology weekly live radio show with Cambridge University's Dr Chris Smith. We strip down science and lay the facts bare answering your science questions, interviewing top scientists and catching up with the latest top science news stories.

© Dr Chris Smith 2005

Lexicon Valley is a podcast about language, from pet peeves, syntax, and etymology to neurolinguistics and the death of languages. Your hosts are Bob Garfield and producer Mike Vuolo.

© 2012 The Slate Group

A look at the life of Margaret Thatcher, the former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, with a focus on the price she paid for power.

© © 2012 Pathe Films &

TED is a nonprofit devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading. On this feed, you'll find TEDTalks video to inspire, intrigue and stir the imagination from some of the world's leading thinkers and doers, speaking from the stage at TED conferences, TEDx events and partner events around the world. This podcast is also available in high-def video and audio-only formats.

© TED Conferences LLC

The Sesame Street Podcast is a series of free portable video episodes featuring Murray Monster and all your other favorite Sesame Street Muppets. Celebrity guests and fuzzy friends explain the meaning of words like "Challenge" and "Arachnid." Sign up to get new weekly episodes automatically delivered to your computer, video iPod, or other media player, and easily turn any moment into a learning moment for your child.

© ℗ & © Sesame Workshop 2011

Dan Savage, America's only advice columnist, answers your sex questions on the Internets. To record a question for Dan to be answered in a later podcast, call 206-201-2720.

© Copyright 2010

TED is a nonprofit devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading. On this feed, you'll find TEDTalks video to inspire, intrigue and stir the imagination from some of the world's leading thinkers and doers, speaking from the stage at TED conferences, TEDx events and partner events around the world. This podcast is also available in high-def video and audio-only formats.

© TED Conferences LLC

It's all about Jesus. Pastor Mark Driscoll is the Preaching Pastor for Mars Hill and regularly distributes audio content via this channel, including sermons, event teaching and the occasional one-off audio created for our internet audience. You can find more content like this by visiting our web site at www.marshillchurch.org

© Copyright Mars Hill Church Seattle

In NPR Music's All Songs Considered, host Bob Boilen brings you an eclectic mix of fresh music by emerging and breakout bands and musical icons.

© Copyright 2011 NPR – For Personal Use Only.

Every week, Armin selects his favourite tunes of the A State of Trance radio show and puts them into his official Podcast. Expect a blend of the hottest in trance and progressive. Enjoy!

© ℗ & © 2011 Armada Music B.V.

Science Friday is a discussion of the latest news in science, tech, health, and the environment hosted by Ira Flatow. We interview scientists, authors, and policymakers, and take your questions. Hear it weekly on NPR stations nationwide, or online here!

© ScienceFriday Inc

Journalist Neal Conan leads a productive exchange of ideas and opinions on the issues that dominate the news landscape. From politics and public service to education, religion, music and health care, Talk of the Nation offers call-in listeners the opportunity to join enlightening discussions with decision-makers, authors, academicians and artists from around the world.

© Copyright 2012 NPR – For Personal Use Only

Design is everywhere in our lives, perhaps most importantly in the places where we’ve just stopped noticing. 99% Invisible (99 Percent Invisible) is a weekly exploration of the process and power of design and architecture. From award winning producer Roman Mars and KALW in San Francisco. Learn more: http://99percentinvisible.org</p>

Awesome people saying nice things:</p>
"Roman Mars lights the radio. His pieces conjure other worlds, grapple with big ideas, make sound three dimensional. They are smart and funny and original.
The Kitchen Sisters would like to be Presidents of his Fan Club. " -The Kitchen Sisters, NPR</p>

"Highly digging 99% Invisible. One of the best podcasts I've bumped into in a while." -Jad Abumrad, Radiolab</p>

"I love the show. It's wonderful. Actually reminded me of why I love radio." -Jonathan Goldstein, CBC's WireTap

***Now, by popular demand, the full show!*** "The Rachel Maddow Show," which airs 9 p.m. ET weeknights on MSNBC, is a smart look at politics, pop culture, and all the day's top stories. It's mind over chatter! Maddow is a political commentator for MSNBC and the Air America Radio network. This video podcast brings you each night's show in its entirety. For more from the show check out Rachel.msnbc.com. For the audio-only version of this podcast, or more podcasts from NBC News and MSNBC, please visit the NBC News podcasts page in iTunes.

© Copyright © 2012 MSNBC Interactive News LLC

This Is Your Life with Michael Hyatt is a weekly podcast dedicated to intentional leadership. The goal is to help you live with more passion, work with greater focus, and lead with extraordinary influence.

© 2012 Michael Hyatt

Funny, moving, exceptional, or just offbeat — the NPR story people will be talking about tomorrow. The best of Morning Edition, All Things Considered and other award-winning NPR programs.

© Copyright 2007 NPR – For Personal Use Only

Garrison Keillor's signature monologue, The News from Lake Wobegon, a staple of the live public radio program A Prairie Home Companion.

© 2011 American Public Media

Find out what's on the front page of The New York Times before it's published. Monday through Friday, James Barron previews the top stories that will set the agenda for news coverage around the world.

© © 2011 The New York Times Company

Trance Around The world is the weekly radio show from Above & Beyond, who rank among the world's top 10 DJs according to DJ Mag and are former winners of Radio 1's Essential Mix Of The Year.

The show features the hottest new releases from the world of trance and progressive, including the latest cuts from Above & Beyond's own Anjunabeats and Anjunadeep labels. Each episode also includes a guest mix from one of the scene's leading DJs.

For more info, visit www.trancearoundtheworld.com, where you can also find out about Above & Beyond's music, including their artist albums 'Tri-State' and 'Sirens Of The Sea' (as Oceanlab with Justine Suissa), and their remix work for the likes of Dido and Madonna. Make sure you also check out Above & Beyond's TV Podcast for videos of A&B's latest gigs and travels, also available through iTunes.

© Above & Beyond