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Normal Men

George Pearkes
Donald Trump
Elon Musk
Trump Administration
Tariffs
New York City Democratic Primary
Taylor Swift
Medicaid
Texas
ICE
Israel
Iran
Andrew Cuomo
Doordash
Gun Violence
Zohran Mamdani
American Culture
Venezuela
Minneapolis
Artificial Intelligence
Masculinity

Normal Men is four guys talking about the news. We want to help explain what's happening in the world around us and have some laughs along the way. And we think you might enjoy hearing what we have to say, as long as you don't mind a bit of normalcy in a world without much of it.

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Latest Episodes

Some futbol, moderate arborism, the fast road to Argentina, and Eurovision. 250 years and Normal as ever.

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Mexico 2–3 England at the Azteca (match report)

The cherry trees and the golf course

Trump confirms he asked FIFA to review Balo... more

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The normal men get hot and bothered, fix what's wrong with NYC politics, are gone to look for America, and contemplate an unwise conflict that expects too much of the Curds. A well-insulated episode.

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Come take a mind-safari with us to Beirut, Manchester, and West Palm Beach. Plus: tilling the GOP 2028 field way too early.

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A defence of the pastoral lifestyle and also the barbacoan lifestyle. Also: your gut health and soda, thunder v swamp, grudgingly handing it to the Knicks, and 10 mpg(ame).

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Recent Guests

Patrick Wyman
Historian; author and podcaster known for Tides of History and Lost Worlds
Episode: Episode 57 - Bracketology
Aaron Cohen
Owner of Gracie's Ice Cream
Gracie's Ice Cream
Episode: Episode 51 - C.R.E.A.M.: Chaos Ruins Ed’s Audio Machine ft. Aaron Cohen
Aaron Kleinman
Head of Research at Heartland Signal; former journalist/analyst
Heartland Signal
Episode: Episode 49 - No Apologies For The Dutch ft. Aaron Kleinman
Professor Mike Boylan-Kolchin
Astronomy professor at the University of Texas at Austin
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: Episode 45 - We Are All Made of Starmusk
Go Like Hell Machine
Guest who joins for the Malebag episode.
Episode: Episode 39 - Malebag ft. golikehellmachine
Mark Fleming
Legal professional at the National Immigrant Justice Center
National Immigrant Justice Center
Episode: Episode 38 - ICE, Wind, Jail ft. Mark Fleming of National Immigrant Justice Center
Mike Sacks
Candidate running for Congress in the Democratic primary in New York's 17th congressional district.
Episode: Episode 37 - Rated NY-17 ft. Mike Sacks
Jael Holzman
Energy reporter for Heatmap News and touring musician
Heatmap News
Episode: Episode 33 - Straight to Jael ft. Jael Holzman
Liz Sepper
Professor at the University of Texas at Austin, expert in reproductive rights and public health policy.
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: Episode 30 - Planned Platnerhood ft. Liz Sepper

Hosts

George
One of the core hosts, regularly leading discussions and offering political and cultural commentary.
Proctor Malone
Co-host who contributes insights on technology and politics, co-driving conversations.
Ed in Boston
Host who introduces topics and participates in wide-ranging banter and analysis.
Low-Tach Speedrun Enjoyer
Regular host known for energetic contributions and humor in discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 92 ratings
  • Normal?

    If you’re looking for hot discussion of AI tokens and the latest reviews of sexy airports this is the podcast for you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fthus
    United States2 months ago
  • Great!

    I’ve been listening for a while, great show, love the format. If you guys spun off “Ed Makes” where he talked about tools (AI, 3d printing, whatever) I’d totally listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @copious28
    United States6 months ago
  • More of the same

    We get it, y’all are better than progressives not blessed to live in New England or on the east/west coast.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    UrSupposedToBeBetter
    United States6 months ago
  • Essential listening.

    This is easily one of the best podcasts to listen to in the age of Trump. I just wish it was also on video! Smart men deserve to be objectified. LOL.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DJ1966pgh
    United States9 months ago
  • Fun informative show

    They’re just normal men. Innocent men.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Non-identifying nickname
    United States9 months ago

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Some listeners crave more focus and fewer tangents but overall positive.
Consistently thoughtful takes and engaging banter that keeps current events relatable.
Insightful, no-nonsense explanations with humor.
A good fit for listeners who want to stay informed without doom-and-gloom hype.
Great dynamic and chemistry among hosts; they make complex topics approachable.

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Episode 39 - Malebag ft. golikehellmachine
Q: What's an underrated cookbook to check out?
Binging with Babish on YouTube provides great insights into cooking techniques.
Episode 37 - Rated NY-17 ft. Mike Sacks
Q: What do you think is the most important issue for Democrats at the federal level to address right now?
Mike believes that universal health care is the key priority, which will help make lives more affordable and reduce plutocracy.
Episode 34 - Mail Gobblin’ ft. golikehellmachine
Q: What's the only side dish that matters at Thanksgiving?
Stuffing is the quintessential side dish everyone agrees is a must-have.
Episode 34 - Mail Gobblin’ ft. golikehellmachine
Q: How should one handle a racist uncle at Thanksgiving dinner?
Confront or sidestep the issue based on the dynamics of the family and prevent disruption.
Episode 34 - Mail Gobblin’ ft. golikehellmachine
Q: Do you think it's worth cooking a turkey this Thanksgiving?
Turkey is a fantastic meal and can be served in many ways for large gatherings; it's about community and tradition.

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A four-host roundtable blends current events, politics, economics, and technology with informal banter and humor. Episodes cover geopolitics, policy debates, market dynamics, and cultural touchpoints, often connecting global affairs to domestic implications while peppering in pop culture and personal anecdotes. The tone is approachable and unapologetically opinionated, likely appealing to listeners who want clear explanations from peers they can relate to, with enough sharp takes to feel insightful without taking themselves too seriously. A few episodes lean into historical context, AI, or business topics through guest appearances, but the core show remains a lively quartet riffing on the news of the day.

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2. Aaron Cohen
3. Aaron Kleinman
4. Professor Mike Boylan-Kolchin
5. Go Like Hell Machine
6. Mark Fleming
7. Mike Sacks
8. Jael Holzman

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