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The 20th anniversary edition of the international bestseller With expert step-by-step instructions for life's sudden turns for the worst: Danger! It lurks at every corner. Quicksand. Sharks. Cyberbullies. Super-Flu. From wrestling an alligator to evading drones to landing a plane if the pilot...

From memorable disasters such as New Coke, the XFL, and Tiger Woods’ marriage to less-remembered failures such as Yugo, Cop Rock, and Microsoft’s BOB, Worst Ideas Ever revisits history’s biggest blunders. Whether it’s a pop culture failure or a political one, Worst Ideas Ever uncovers the ridiculous stories behind mistakes so huge, you’ll have to constantly remind yourself that they actually happened.

Independent journalist Gillian Brockell and activist "JJ in DC" take you inside the hidden world of ICE Air, tell you why it is such a key part of ICE's deportation machine, and what you can do about it.

The political, and very human, dynamics behind presidential cabinets, from George Washington to Joe Biden, come to life in The Best and Worst Presidential Cabinets in U.S. History. What Lindsay M. Chervinsky offers in this eye-opening Audible Original is an investigation of the good, the bad, and the ugly of presidential cabinets. Covering more than two centuries of history, it’s a fascinating tour of scandals, colorful personalities, big events, and triumphs of diversity and bipartisanship. Not to mention jobs with a very high turnover rate.

The story they have chosen to tell is wrong. It is time to tell a better story. Thus begins Keith Richotte's playful, unconventional look at Native American and Supreme Court history. When the Supreme Court first embraced plenary power in the 1880s, it did not bother to seek any legal justification for the decision—it was simply rooted in racist ideas about tribal nations. By the 21st century, however, the Supreme Court was telling a different story, with opinions crediting the U.S. Constitution as the explicit source of federal plenary power.

Welcome to The Worst Advice I Ever Got hosted by Sean Taylor. This show will feature in-depth discussions with diverse guests, exploring the unconventional side of guidance – the worst advice they've ever got. Together, we'll extract valuable insights from these unique experiences, offering you a roadmap to discerning what advice to embrace and what to ignore. The Worst Advice I Ever Got is not just about the missteps; it's a journey through the unexpected lessons found within the less-than-ideal moments. Tune in to gain a fresh perspective on success and learn how to navigate the ...

Two people (who used to hate each other) discuss ideas that they usually disagree on. The goal is to find common ground, and maybe heal, but also maybe just accept the fact that people don't have to agree on everything.

As Barack Obama's presidential failures keep adding up, remembering them all can be a challenge. Matt Margolis and Mark Noonan have compiled everything you need to know about the presidency of Barack Obama (so far) into one book. Now you can easily find all the information that was ignored by the media and that Barack Obama would like you to forget.

Why globalization failed so many Americans and how it still can be saved despite burgeoning economic nationalism. The triumphant globalization that began in the 1990s has given way to a world riven by conflict, populism, and economic nationalism. In The World’s Worst Bet, David J. Lynch offers...

A podcast where a South African, an American and a Scouser seek to find the absolute worst candidate from different categories, ranging from the worst dictator all the way to the worst fictional roommate.Join us as we embark on a journey to find: “The Worst of The Worst”.

A weekly tipsy podcast where 3 long distance best friends discuss pop culture--from books to current events and everything in between.

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We all know that life in prison ain't grand, but the utter horror of it springs from the pages of this autobiography, written by a one-time death-row inmate. Billy Wayne Sinclair is now serving a reduced 90-year sentence for murdering a Baton Rouge convenience store owner in a robbery gone wrong more than three decades ago. His story of an adult life spent in one of Louisiana's harshest prisons is amazing, not only because he has survived with his soul intact, but because it provides such a raw look at the inner workings of a system bent on revenge, not rehabilitation.

After nearly two decades in the Washington PR business, Elwood wants to come clean, by exposing the dark underbelly of the very industry that's made him so successful. The first step is revealing exactly what he's been up to for the past twenty years—and it isn't pretty. Elwood has worked for a murderer's row of clients, including Gaddafi, Assad, and the government of Qatar—namely, the bad guys. In All the Worst Humans, Elwood unveils how the PR business works, and how the truth gets made, spun, and sold to the public—not shying away from the gritty details of his unlikely career.

Political analyst and Democratic campaign veteran Mark Hannah and renowned New Yorker illustrator Bob Staake give Barack Obama the victory lap he deserves in this compendium that takes the president’s critics head-on and celebrates the president’s many underappreciated triumphs. Barack...

A show that explores workplace culture through the lens of behavioural science and asks the challenging question: What's the worst behaviour you've experienced in your career?

Ever slammed your laptop shut after back-to-back meetings and muttered, “People are the worst”? You’re not alone, and you’re in the right place. Hosted by leadership experts, Lindsey Nehls and Lucy Georgiades, co-founders of Elevate Leadership, People Are the Worst tackles the real people problems that keep managers up at night. From toxic feedback loops and cross-functional friction to change fatigue and impossible-to-coach team members, we bring you smart, practical strategies you can actually use. Each week, we blend humor, hard-earned insights, and actionable tools to help you ...

Over the past three decades, citizens of democracies who claim to value freedom, tolerance, and the rule of law have increasingly embraced illiberal politicians and platforms. Democracy is in trouble - but who is really to blame? In Our Own Worst Enemy, Tom Nichols challenges the current depictions of the rise of illiberal and antidemocratic movements in the United States and elsewhere as the result of the deprivations of globalization or the malign decisions of elites. Rather, he places the blame for the rise of illiberalism on the people themselves.

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If you care about obsolete opinions on today's matters or just on things in general you have come to the right place. Join Dissel, Kaliq, and Vivek every week for talks that will stimulate the mind and make you die from laughter.