The Asa Park Podcast

The Asa Park Podcast

I explore big ideas with interesting people.

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August 1, 2025 63 mins

Travis Tygart is the man who took down Lance Armstrong — and he hasn’t stopped swinging since. As CEO of the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA), he’s fought Olympic corruption, political pressure, and billion-dollar coverups. We talk about the real cost of cheating in sports, why clean athletes still struggle to be heard, and how international power games are killing the integrity of competition.

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Patrick Newman is an unfiltered, sharp-witted economist blowing holes in the mainstream narrative. We dig into the radical foundations of Austrian economics, why central banking is a hidden tax scam, and how Murray Rothbard’s anarcho-capitalist vision would upend the way we think about government, money, and freedom.

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrPatrickNewman
Books + Publications: https://mises.org/profile/patri...

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Aaron Smith-Levin spent decades inside Scientology — rising through its ranks, defending its doctrines, and recruiting others into the fold. Now, he’s one of its most fearless critics. In this revealing conversation, Aaron breaks down how he escaped the high-control world of Scientology, what really goes on behind closed doors, and the psychological grip the church holds over its members.

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Tomás Pueyo went viral with “The Game Theory of S*x” — a bold, data-driven take on why men and women are different, and how evolution shapes everything from our dating behavior to why men grow beards. In this episode, we unpack the evolutionary psychology behind attraction, gender roles, and social hierarchies — and how ancient instincts still rule modern life.

Read Tomás’ latest work: https://unchartedterritories.tomaspueyo.com

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John Hastings is a fearless, razor-sharp comedian with a wild backstory. We talk about growing up in Canada, surviving the UK comedy scene, his chaotic run-ins at the Edinburgh Fringe, and why stand-up is one of the last true free speech zones.

Get tickets to John’s live shows: https://www.thejohnhastings.com/gigs

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejohnhastings
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thejohnhastings
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John Hastings is a fearless, razor-sharp comedian with a wild backstory. We talk about growing up in Canada, surviving the UK comedy scene, his chaotic run-ins at the Edinburgh Fringe, and why stand-up is one of the last true free speech zones.

Get tickets to John’s live shows:
https://www.thejohnhastings.com/gigs

Follow John:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejohnhastings
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thejohnhastings
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Sinn Sage is one of the most outspoken and authentic voices in the adult industry. She opens up about love, boundaries, fan culture, and what most people still get dead wrong about s*x work.

Check out Sinn Sage’s official site and work:
https://www.sinn-sage.com

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Twitter/X: https://x.com/sinnsage
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realsinnsage
Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1LdcmoMPQO0mGgZihvkUHC?si=d...

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June 3, 2025 19 mins

Jimi Hendrix is arguably the greatest guitarist who ever lived. He passed away on September 18, 1970. This is an old interview done in a modern setting. This is about keeping his legacy alive, and imagining what he might have said if the world had given him more time. 
I hope you enjoy it!

Text me if you have ideas for guests or topics:
I’m @asaparked, everywhere.

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@asaparked
Instagram: https://www.i...

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Matteo Mancuso has been called a once-in-a-generation guitarist. We talk about his journey from growing up in Italy to becoming a global internet sensation, and how he developed a completely unique playing style that’s stunned the guitar world. He also picks up a dusty old acoustic guitar mid-conversation and casually melts it.

Get tickets to Matteo's first ever North America tour:
https://www.matteomancuso.net/tour

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Petter Amundsen claims to have discovered hidden codes in Shakespeare’s First Folio—codes that point to a secret treasure buried on Oak Island. In this episode, he breaks down how he found them, what they mean, and why he believes the Rosicrucians and Freemasons may have hidden something massive. A wild, fascinating ride through cryptography, history, and mystery. 

Here are the links Petter is referring to:
EP1: https://vimeo.com/9...

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Has the guitar solo faded into obscurity, or is it gearing up for an epic resurgence? In this video, I tell you the story of the guitar solo, interviewing experts and musicians to uncover whether this iconic piece of musical artistry is truly dead. I try to pinpoint when it apparently lost its place as staple in pop music. And what about the future of guitars and guitar solos? Could we be on the verge of the most epic comeback in m...

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Trump, MAGA, economic chaos, and a broken political system—how did we get here? In this episode, I sit down with Rob Morris from the More Freedom Foundation to unpack the roots of America’s current crisis, what created the rise of Trump, and how it all connects to global power shifts, foreign policy, and the future of the West. A wide-ranging, no-BS conversation.

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoFreedomFoundation
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Mick West is a science writer, debunker, and former video game programmer known for his deep dives into conspiracy theories and extraordinary claims. In this episode, we dig into the current wave of UFO buzz in the U.S.—from the latest disclosures to viral whistleblower testimonies.

We talk about Luis Elizondo, David Grusch, government hearings, alleged crash retrieval programs, and why UFOs are suddenly dominating the conversation...

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Aleksander Skjølsvik is a tech entrepreneur who moved to the U.S. to chase the dream of working in big tech. Today, he works at Meta, earning close to a million dollars a year. In this episode, I wanted to find out what that life is really like—beyond the hype.

We talk about how he got the job, what the hiring process at top tech companies looks like, and what his day-to-day life at Meta actually involves. Aleksander breaks down ev...

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Chris Marshall-Bell is the journalist behind Ghost in the Machine—my favorite podcast of 2024 and one of the most gripping pieces of investigative journalism in recent memory. In this episode, we explore the hidden world of doping in cycling, with a special focus on motor doping—the use of hidden engines in bikes that has shaken the sport to its core.

Chris shares what he uncovered during his investigation: shadowy cover-ups, indus...

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Chad Focus made headlines for using Spotify farms, bots, and manipulation tactics to boost his music—until it all collapsed. He opens up about his rise, his time in prison, and why he believes the music industry is full of dark secrets.

We break down how streaming fraud works, how charts are manipulated, and what really happens behind closed doors in the business. Chad shares insider knowledge on record labels, fake streams, and wh...

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Maven Huffman is a former WWE Superstar and now a prolific YouTuber who makes some of the most engaging and entertaining wrestling content out there. We dive deep into one of the most underrated aspects of wrestling: the music. From the glass-shattering intensity of Stone Cold Steve Austin to the electrifying beats of The Rock and John Cena, entrance songs define a wrestler’s identity, setting the tone before they even step into th...

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Jonah Nilsson is the frontman and keyboardist of Dirty Loops, the genre-defying Swedish trio known for their virtuosic musicianship and innovative takes on pop, funk, and jazz.We explore Jonah’s journey in music, from the beginning to the formation of Dirty Loops, to working with music legends like Quincy Jones.

Jonah shares insights into the band’s creative process, their rise to fame, and the story of how they carved out a unique...

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Andy Timmons is legendary guitarist known for his soulful playing and technical mastery. We explore Andy’s journey in the music industry, from his early days as a session musician to his rocking days as a Danger Danger member, to his success as a solo artist. He shares invaluable advice for young musicians, emphasizing the importance of staying true to your unique voice and believing in your art, even when trends shift.

We also div...

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Ray Heffernan is an Irish singer-songwriter. Together we dig into the craft of songwriting and the challenges songwriters face in today’s industry, where many feel undervalued and exploited by an outdated business model.

Ray shares the story behind his infamous encounter with Robbie Williams and the creation of the hit song Angels, discussing why he wasn’t credited as a writer and what this says about the state of the music busines...

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