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Oct. 23, 2025

Vampires, Nazis, and the Jersey Devil Walk Into a Podcast #podcast

Episode Summary This week on People Stuff, anthropologists Dan and Michael sink their teeth into the strange and the spooky — from vampire lifestyles and Nazi fanboys to the mysterious Jersey Devil lurking in New Jersey’s Pine Barrens. They start with a “What Fresh Hell” segment exploring the surprising backlash…

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Oct. 23, 2025

Does knowing an athlete's political views compromise the fan experience? #podcast #advice

Dan and Michael discuss whether athletes should keep their politics private. #fandom #sports #society #politics #athlete

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Oct. 22, 2025

Why are Boomers so prone to hoarding? #podcast #advice

Dan and Michael have a theory about why Boomers are so prone to hoarding #boomers #memories #storage #death #hoarder #stuff #capitalism #consumerism

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Oct. 21, 2025

Would a bit of managed corruption make Congress great again? #podcast #politics #advice #elections

Dan and Michael explain why pork barrel spending should make a comeback. #government #congress #shutdown #bipartisan #corruption

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Oct. 21, 2025

Is democracy too annoying to survive?

In this episode of People Stuff, Dan and Michael inquire into the health democracy by complaining about techno-fascists, advising a parent to go full ratf!ck on a high school election, and consoling activists about their endless meetings. I’m not sure we would vote for us. But, if you think the…

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Oct. 20, 2025

Why do Americans have such contradictory views on immigration? #podcast

Dan and Michael are flabbergasted by a recent Gallup poll on American attitudes toward immigration. #politics #immigration #opinionpoll #polling #economy

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Oct. 19, 2025

Do Allowances Teach the Right Lessons About Money? #podcast #advice

Takeaways Cleanliness is culturally specific and varies widely. The concept of the Rapture has been a recurring theme in religious discussions. Zen practices can lead to conflicts in communal living situations. Allowance for chores raises questions about parenting and financial education. Hoarding reflects deeper cultural issues related to consumerism and…

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Oct. 16, 2025

Is there a right way to raise a child? #podcast #advice

Dan and Michael think cross-culturally about raising children. Where do Americans go wrong in raising independent children? #children #parenting #culture #school #japan #crosscultural

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Oct. 12, 2025

Dan and Michael explain the problem with psychology #podcast

Dan and Michael explain why psychology is the go-to discipline of the status quo #podcastclips #work #mentalhealth

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Oct. 9, 2025

Dan and Michael ponder the party scene in 19th-century New England #podcast #advice

Why was the party scene in 19th-century New England so much better than it is today? Dan and Michael ponder why partying is in decline. #party #drinkingbuddies #nofun

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Oct. 7, 2025

Will you regret using AI to generate tattoo ideas? #podcast #advice

Dan and Michael have some regrets #tattoo #chatgpt #regret #future

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Oct. 6, 2025

S2 E1 Dan and Michael go to Therapy

In this episode, Dan and Michael explore the limits of psychology, the decline of social gatherings among young Americans, and the role of alcohol as a social lubricant. They discuss the rise of chatbot therapy and its implications for self-reflection, as well as the complexities of fandom and the nature…

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Sept. 29, 2025

Will making your bed make you a better person? #podcast #advice

Dan and Michael debate the merits of making (or not making) your bed #wealth #health #mentalhealth #housekeeping #elonmusk #jordanpeterson

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Sept. 26, 2025

Why is Majorie Taylor Green a dangerous politician? #podcast

Why is it dangerous when local politicians ignore local issues to parrot national party talking points? Because that is how you end up with Nazis. #politics #localpolitics #nationalpolitics #congress #elections

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Sept. 24, 2025

Identity: Half Yours, Half the World's?

Dan and Michael discuss the paradox of identity. Is your identity really yours? If so, is it all yours? #shorts #podcast #identity #language #society #culture #psychology

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Sept. 21, 2025

Plastics: Our 500,000-Year Legacy

Dan and Michael talk about what future archaeologists might think of our material culture. #plastic #archaeology #materialculture #future

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Sept. 16, 2025

Dan and Michael Are Not Into Instagramming Their Food #podcast #food

Dan and Michael demand to know why everyone is taking pictures of themselves standing in line these days. If you pine to be seen being seen, this video is for you. #instagram #tourism #crowd #consumption #summer

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Sept. 13, 2025

Brain vs. AI: Why Your Mind Feels So Slow #shorts

#ai #cognition #thinking #llm Dan and Michael talk about why thinking feels so slow - but is this really a bad thing? Is thinking just about speed, or is there something more important?

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Sept. 10, 2025

Fixing Life's Problems: Crazy US Drinking Laws #shorts

Discover why drinking in public can lead to arrest in the United States. It may seem insane, but there are laws in place that prohibit it. #drinking #public #illegal #unitedstates #law

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Sept. 8, 2025

S01E10 Dan and Michael Park a Car

Summary In this episode of People Stuff, Dan and Michael let the road rage take them as they discuss the finer points of parking etiquette, the morality of self-driving taxis, and various hyperloop taboos. We’re starting to think America might have a problem with its billionaires. Anyway, if you’re still…

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Sept. 6, 2025

Elon Musk vs. Peter Thiel? #shorts

Elon Musk's unique approach is spotlighted, but getting his attention is the challenge. Could a rivalry with Peter Thiel be the key? Apparently, there's a history of domain battles and PayPal drama. #ElonMusk #PeterThiel #TechFeud #PayPal #Xcom

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Sept. 5, 2025

Indirect Attribution: A Lot Of People Are Saying This Is Trump's Favorite Rhetorical Device #shorts

Politicians use indirect attribution to amplify claims without proof. This rhetorical trick makes things seem more supported than they are. It's a linguistic tactic straight from an old marketing textbook. #rhetoric #marketing #politics #communication #trump

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Sept. 4, 2025

Make American Universities Great Again: A 2024 Vision #shorts

What if American universities could return to their former glory? A third party proposes making the United States preeminent in science research and development, attracting the best minds and technology. #universities #research #development #science #highereducation #maga

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Sept. 3, 2025

Santa Burned in Effigy #podcast #advice

Dan and Michael ponder the upcoming holiday season. What does trick or treat really imply? Was Children of the Corn a documentary? #holiday #halloween #christmas #santa #effigy #carnival

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