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“Super grateful for all the clarity and creativity of this podcast. As a long-ago student of international relations, this one of my favorite national security podcasts. Laicie & team - thank you!”
Much Gratitude 🧜🏼♀️ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/16/24
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“I love Lacie Harley’s comprehensive take on what yields security— not merely or principally armaments, national intelligence, and stern brows, but environmental care and a world where there aren’t populations of materially desperate people. Smart, humane, and thoroughly researched.”
MiloTWiggins via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/26/23
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“Started the series with getting ear screwed by hearing the host putting down former president Trump. What is with liberals? Does everything have to full circle back to their anti hero trump?
I refuse to listen to these politically motivated duds.”
Engman19 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/16/22
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“The entirety of S3 ep. 1 focused on the disinformation ecosystem that's tearing down the trust on which democratic societies are built, and I was ready for an entire season of exploration of this. But at the last second, the host swerved the focus of this season to...food security! Shame on...”Read full review »
jake3_14 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/31/22
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“If you are looking for spicy discourse that questions what the us security establishment wants to peddle then this is for you”
Ilovelists22 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/19/22
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“Thought provoking, interesting, lively, and at times hilarious. Really well done. Can’t recommend highly enough.”
HPRI via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/17/22
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“Enjoy the reporting and different perspectives on current and historical events. Well made and easy to listen to. Thank you!”
Hjalmus via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/11/22
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“Really well researched, provides interesting perspectives in an enjoyable fashion. Highly recommended (also for those who like me are not Americans :))”
micop77 via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
10/10/21
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“I love this show! I always learn something new. I never knew anything about foreign policy before I found this podcast and now I can’t get enough! Foreign policy isn’t as boring as it sounds, haha. Anyway, Things That Go Boom is one of my favorite shows and I never miss an episode. Keep ‘em coming!”
listener_kc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/24/21
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“This podcast flattens incredibly complex geopolitical issues. The hosts take the perspective from a very provincial, American viewpoint in my opinion; choosing to frame the issues through a specific, ideological, domestic-culture-wars lens. The most recent one about China / US relations was the...”Read full review »
Det_Pat via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/02/21
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“I liked the previous seasons but now they’re following the well trod path of all the public radio connected podcasts by making it into a social / racial justice crusade. I came here for a foreign policy story but now I’m stuck listening to the same tropes about race that I get ad nauseam on...”Read full review »
DaveHochh via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/22/21
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“I love this show! It provides super interesting alternative ways to think about what national security is, while also being fun to listen to. It’s a go-to for long car rides for me.”
Nytdevotee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/21/21
“Definitely not a good start to a podcast series when the terms are defined—or rather not defined—through anything like an historical lens. Class in the US is myth, a part of the whole ideological bag filled with the American dream of owning a house, or equal rights, or equal justice before the...”Read full review »
Daily Pigeon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/21/21
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“An absolute must listen for anyone who wants to actually understand national security and how it connects to their lives.”
DC Steve 42 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/19/21
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“Things That Go Boom is a fantastic podcast. They make these issues accessible (and fun), so I’ve added this to my weekly routine. If you’re looking for a new podcast, this is a must listen to.”
Jess H.B. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/19/21
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“just a great production”
hard2please via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/04/21
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“The content of this podcast is great, but I can’t get through an entire episode because of the host’s uptalk. It’s maddening.”
WaAKP via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/25/20
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“I’ve missed you guys!! Thanks for coming back and I’ll never miss an episode!”
Littlesister116 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/09/20
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“I love the depth that they go to and articulate the national security implications in this complex world. Keep them coming sista!”
IHate24hrsnewscycle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/18/20
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“...of the complexities of our lives with tech and information - and shows they lead back to us. Brava, Laicie!”
Mary Rothschild via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/14/20
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“Only took a few episodes to see that the host hates men, republicans, America and thinks white people are to blame for everything. I think there are enough crazy feminists like her doing podcasts. Definitely deleting this one.”
Coolbreezer4 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/13/20
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“If there were a gateway drug for security issues, this would be it. Laicie is human, funny, and really good company. She does a masterful job of reducing "complex" issues to their simplest human elements (which, under all the theory and abstraction, is what everything is). Each episode...”Read full review »
Ward Wilson via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/10/20
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“This is a really great podcast. And if you’re looking for something to listen to you should stop looking and listen to this one. Even if you’re not looking for something to listen to you should listen to this one.”
Shea Cotton via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/10/20
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“Informative, consistently interesting, thought provoking. I could just go on.”
yunfeii via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/07/20
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“Concise, well researched, timely, compelling. Storytelling that always leaves me knowing and understanding the world we live in a little bit better. I’d like to see her do an episode with Jeffrey Sachs.”
canoe,can u? via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/05/20
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“Voice burn louder than words! seriously sooo much voice burn! Does she have the energy to speak?!”
Johnatello via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/03/20
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“Despite fear for the current state of things it unpacked issues of foreign policy really well. Super informative and subscribed!”
Waste of timeeeee 5679 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/01/20
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“One of my favorite podcasts! Super informative but also just straight-up enjoyable. Where most experts cling to elitism and can’t (or don’t want to) bring you in, Laicie is a relatable, trustworthy narrator who weaves personal storytelling and accessible discussions to shine a light on important...”Read full review »
derekj.esq via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/26/20
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“Quote from podcast: “Democracy is the powerless fantasizing power would be shared with them. In some aspects it’s the same as communism.””
SD92152 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/20
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“Just started listening and this is one of top five best podcast I have ever listened to. Definitely moved to a must listen spot on my list.
Great program with great objectivity and relevance to world situations. Also really love Lacy’s voice. Very soothing radio voice.”
BROUGHTON via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/10/20
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“This is a throw away line that ends up being so profound, not only here, but where we are in a global/ political circumstance. I was blissfully ignorant, thanks for upsetting that? Keep pointing out the things that go Boom.”
RC in CLT via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/30/20
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“Well written, entertaining, and fascinating. Thanks to all involved!”
Scott va via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/26/20
“I cried in season 1 when she interviewed the veterans and the use of Shakespeare as therapy. So good. I’d love to hear about national security and airports, TSA etc. I am an avid traveler and the US border security is insane. It’s so chaotic and doesn't really add any real value or safety....”Read full review »
Coach.kiwani via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/25/20
“Season 1 says the podcast "digs deeper into US foreign policy and the ins, outs and what have yous of what keeps us safe." That fascinating tag line got me to listen when the podcast launched in 2017 and I've listened ever since.
Host Laicie Heeley, founder and editor of the...”Read full review »
Toby pond via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/20
“The storytelling is fine but I can't get past the fact that this podcast gives credit to the Trump Administration for well thought out deliberations on the JCPOA. Let's face facts, Trump doesn't like any deal that Obama did, no matter what the merits.”Read full review »
H. Kong via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/17/19
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“Great storytelling!! This podcast is fun and informative!”
NathanBYLU via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/05/19
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“Especially liked how in the second session everything was presented with these old-timey audio snippets.”
Isabel.Elfi via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
08/05/19
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“This podcast was so interesting and addictive.”
Ash the no bash via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/13/19
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“If The Daily and This American Life had a baby, it would be this podcast. The use of storytelling to convey the complexities of foreign affairs makes for a fascinating listen—that doesn’t induce sleep.”
C.Greer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/25/19
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“Awesome podcast by influential thinkers.”
College Park Freshman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/24/19
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“Fun and engaging take on the old boring narratives.”
MaggieMSeymour via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/24/19
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“Pressing security issues presented in an engaging narrative fashion.”
JBake3 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/21/19
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“Foreign policy is a complex topic and that is compounded when you add nuclear threat to the discussion. Things That Go Boom is clarifying and unfolds in stories that are equal parts relatable, terrifying and utterly maddening. Getting a human perspective from insiders (and the occasional...”Read full review »
etalerman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/20/19
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“An exceptional narrative-driven investigation into U.S. national security policy. Laicie Whaley’s insights will stay with you long after an episode concludes.”
WanderingSeeker via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/05/18
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“Elegantly told with a lot of heart. I found myself crying over my breakfast as I listened. This 20 minute episode will stay with me for a long time.”
The Dog's Tux via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/24/18
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“This is a great and informative podcasts. Takes dense, wonky topics, like nuclear weapons policy and breaks it down into language that is relatable and easy to digest. A+ product.”
Will Saetren via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/14/18
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“Yay! A unique voice on the scene. Love this show with diverse perspectives on big topics like nuclear weapons, diplomacy, US Veteran experiences that are humanizing, thoughtful, curious, and inspiring. I always learn something and come away thinking a bit differently. It really is “national...”Read full review »
S. Dun via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/14/18
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