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Normal Men

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

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

Patrick Wyman joins the Normal Men to talk dirty soda, apartment deposits we definitely did not get back, the only bracket that matters, 1619 and its descendants, and sharp little lads.

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The Men get chippy, Fed up, car talk, Giuliani hantavirus and other pathogens, Graham crackers and some states that are probably in the Midwest, and the AI capex bubble (?).

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Panic! at the WHCD, several niche beverages, American airports, and strait cash homie.

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Iran oil futures, market madness, Spencer Pratt for some reason, ivermectin and psilocybin, spammers and affinity scams, and hyping the Mythos.

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Recent Guests

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
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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
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
Go Like Hell Machine
A voice known from earlier Deep Cut episodes, joining for the Thanksgiving mailbag.
Episode: Episode 34 - Mail Gobblin’ ft. golikehellmachine
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
Dr. Don Moynihan
Professor at the University of Michigan, expert on administrative burden and public policy
University of Michigan
Episode: Episode 29 - Gam-Gam Got Hands ft. Don Moynihan

Hosts

George
Host of Normal Men; regular discussion lead with a humorous, skeptical take on current events.
Proctor Malone
Co-host contributing perspectives on technology, politics, and socio-economic trends.
Low-Tech Speedrun Enjoyer
Co-host known for pragmatic takes and humor around tech and everyday life topics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 90 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 States16 days 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 States4 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.

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    1
    UrSupposedToBeBetter
    United States4 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 States7 months ago
  • Fun informative show

    They’re just normal men. Innocent men.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Non-identifying nickname
    United States8 months ago

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Listeners appreciate accessible, no-nonsense analysis of current events.
Fans enjoy the variety of topics from AI to international affairs delivered in a light, engaging way.
Hosts feel like 'normal men' offering balanced takes with skepticism and banter.
The show mixes smart explanations with humor, making politics approachable.
Feedback notes strong chemistry and clear explanations, though some critics call out potential political bias.

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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 panel covers current events, politics, tech, and culture with a casual, humorous bend. Episodes blend sharp analysis of policy, economics, and international issues with pop culture banter, guest perspectives, and personal anecdotes, aiming to explain complex topics in approachable terms while keeping the mood light. Notable strengths include a diverse guest lineup from politics, academia, and advocacy, plus a willingness to tackle thorny subjects with skepticism and humor, making it appealing to listeners who want informed conversation without doom scrolling.

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Normal Men launched a year ago and published 57 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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

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