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971: Laughter is Life's Lubricant | Feedback Friday Mar 29, 2024

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A dinner party with friends was interrupted in one of the most embarrassing ways possible — and then it went viral. Welcome to April Fools' Feedback Friday!

And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week! If you want us to answer your question, register your feedback, or tell your story on one of our upcoming weekly Feedback Friday episodes, drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com. Now let's dive in!

On This Week's Feedback Friday (April Fools' Edition):

A dinner party with friends was interrupted in one of the most embarrassing ways possible — and then it went viral!
You could be upset about the all-day wardrobe malfunction nobody bothered to tell you about, or you could choose funny.
Remember that time you ended up in jail and they took your offhand joke about wishing you were dead way too seriously? That escalated quickly.
So you think you can avoid your ex's family with diligent planning around all possible social events? Try that in a small town.
The Old Man and the Ski is something Ernest Hemingway never wrote.
I hear she got wet in the company of a grateful stranger. That's why the lady is a tramp.
The chances of Gabe bombing a job interview while succumbing to a puzzling medical condition? Exactly one in a vermillion.
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970: Annie Jacobsen | The Nuts and Bolts of Nuclear Annihilation Mar 28, 2024

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Are you afraid of the possibility of nuclear war? Chances are good you're not scared enough. Journalist Annie Jacobsen is here to change all that!

What We Discuss with Annie Jacobsen:

What checks and balances keep us safe from nuclear attacks — and prevent such attacks from being initiated accidentally?
Why nuclear war preparedness and response plans are woefully inadequate under even the mildest potential scenarios.
The mechanics and strategies of nuclear warfare and the fantasy of space-based defense systems.
The terrifying concept of nuclear EMPs and their consequences.
The chilling reality of nuclear winter and its aftermath on those unlucky enough to survive the first blasts.
And much more...

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969: Scott Walker | Persuasion Tactics of a Hostage Negotiator Mar 26, 2024

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If you want to understand communication, emotional regulation, and bargaining under pressure, join us here with former hostage negotiator Scott Walker!

What We Discuss with Scott Walker:

The role of trust in successful negotiations.
How emotional intelligence plays into hostage negotiations.
The minimalist toolkit of a hostage negotiator.
Navigating legal and ethical boundaries in negotiations.
The perils of fame in kidnapping situations, and the importance of ransom discipline and social media caution.
And much more...

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968: Bottled Water | Skeptical Sunday Mar 24, 2024

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Does the $200 billion bottled water industry provide a superior product to what comes out of your tap? Andrew Gold investigates on this Skeptical Sunday!

On This Week's Skeptical Sunday, We Discuss:

Is the bottled water industry a $200 billion sham?
Fluoride in water: myths and facts.
Bottled vs. tap, and purified vs. filtered: quality, safety, and environmental impact.
The benefits of spring water over other types.
The dangers of drinking too much water.
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Connect with Andrew Gold on Twitter and Instagram, and check out On the Edge with Andrew Gold here or wherever you enjoy listening to fine podcasts!

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967: Dad's Years of Abuse Have Come Home to Roost | Feedback Friday Mar 22, 2024

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Now in his 80s, the abusive dad who made your life Hell is experiencing domestic violence at the hands of his younger wife. Welcome to Feedback Friday!

On This Week's Feedback Friday, We Discuss:

Are you making the right decision, or are you making the decision right?
Now in his twilight years, the abusive dad who made your life Hell is experiencing domestic violence at the hands of his younger wife — though he would never admit to being victimized by a woman. What should you do?
You're great at actively listening and asking questions to keep a conversation rolling — until the focus turns to you. How do you develop confident storytelling skills that keep an audience engaged in what you have to say?
How do you manage your infatuation with multiple partners during the devil-may-care, badminton-driven casual dating phase you're going through?
Despite trying to resolve numerous points of family drama by doing the right thing, you have regrets that maybe you didn't do the right thing even better. As we review the circumstances, might you consider giving yourself a damn break?
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966: Patrick Winn | Wa State: When a Drug Cartel Becomes a Country Mar 19, 2024

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How has a drug cartel operating as its own country thwarted hostile actions by its neighbors and the CIA? Narcotopia author Patrick Winn is here to explain!

What We Discuss with Patrick Winn:

Burma vs. Myanmar.
The CIA's role in Wa State's formation.
How Wa State went from a poppy-harvesting cartel to a self-sufficient, defense-capable narco nation.
The evolution of Wa State's drug branding and distribution that outsells Starbucks and McDonald's.
The future of Wa State and its potential global impact.
And much more...

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965: Seeking Repentance for Unfair Life Sentence | Feedback Friday Mar 15, 2024

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Your friend is legally chained to a life of debt for something he did in his youth. Is there an ethical way to ease his burden? Welcome to Feedback Friday!

On This Week's Feedback Friday, We Discuss:

Your friend is legally chained to a life of debt for killing one person and disabling another when he fell asleep behind the wheel in his youth. While everyone agrees he should be held accountable, it seems cruel and unusual that his only hope for relief is death. Is there an ethical way to ease his burden? [Thanks to bankruptcy attorney Erin Hoskins for helping us with this one!]
On your big wedding day, how should you navigate the friction that's liable to happen between your trans brother, the other two members of his throuple, and your conservative family who doesn't get (or wants to get) how any of this works?
How do you tell your MS-diagnosed and newly unemployed roommate and his ever-present (but non-rent-paying) girlfriend to either find a new place, move back home, or start contributing more to household cleaning and maintenance?
Should you share unsupervised custody with your toxic, out-of-control, cheating ex who has exhibited countless episodes of poor judgment and domestic violence with the woman he left you for? Or should you trust your instincts and keep things the way they are?
Do we recommend any networking conferences that might help an ambitious 25-year-old learn more about himself, gain valuable experiences, and add perspective to his life?
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964: Miles Johnson | The Secret World of International Crime Mar 14, 2024

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How do globally organized criminals stay two steps ahead of the law? Chasing Shadows author Miles Johnson takes us into the underworld for answers!

What We Discuss with Miles Johnson:

The global impact of drug trafficking and sanctions busting.
How the DEA internationally operates more like the CIA than the FBI.
The Syrian conflict: a tangled web of alliances and interests.
Innovative low-tech money laundering schemes and the shadow economy.
The evolution of criminal networks and the role technology plays in their prosperity.
And much more...

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963: Charles Duhigg | Unlocking the Secret Language of Connection Mar 12, 2024

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How can we build rapport and optimize our connection with others? Supercommunicators author Charles Duhigg brings us the practical steps here!

What We Discuss with Charles Duhigg:

The three categories of conversation: practical, emotional, and social.
The biological underpinnings of communication — such as neural entrainment — that make humans unique.
How to become a better active listener through looping — ask a question, repeat back what you just heard the person say in your own words, and ask if you got it right.
The difference between matching and mimicry in communication — and which one will serve you better.
Understanding and overcoming stereotype threat.
And much more...

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962: Timeshares | Skeptical Sunday Mar 10, 2024

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Are timeshares ever not a scam? Kevin Rapp joins us for Skeptical Sunday to delve into their pros and cons without the high-pressure sales gauntlet!

On This Week's Skeptical Sunday, We Discuss:

The hidden costs of timeshares.
The unconsidered benefits of timeshares.
The unexpected demographics of today's timeshare owners.
The trials and tribulations you'll probably face if you try to exit your timeshare investment.
Weighing the pros and cons — and reading the fine print — to decide if a timeshare might be right for you.
Connect with Jordan on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. If you have something you'd like us to tackle here on Skeptical Sunday, drop Jordan a line at jordan@jordanharbinger.com and let him know!
Connect with Kevin Rapp at his website or Twitter, and be sure to subscribe to his newsletter at Substack!

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