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Duke's Download Hosted by James Duke Mason
Duke's Download is weekly podcast hosted by James Duke Mason, where politics and pop culture collide! Each episode features candid conversations with influential voices from the worlds of activism, government, entertainment, and beyond. Exploring the stories, ideas, and experiences shaping our culture and driving change - all through a unique and insightful lens, offering fresh insights into the world around us.
Episodes
10 episodes
Racing Out Loud with Olympian Connor McDermott‑Mostowy
On this episode of Duke’s Download, I sit down with Connor McDermott‑Mostowy — elite speed skater, Olympian, and proudly out athlete — for a conversation about what it really takes to compete at the highest level while...
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Season 1
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Episode 110
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28:37
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How Malcolm Kenyatta Is Building Real Political Power
On this episode of Duke’s Download, I sit down with Malcolm Kenyatta — Vice Chair of the Democratic National Committee and Pennsylvania State Representative — for a real, no‑nonsense conversation about where politics is headed and how we act...
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Season 1
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Episode 109
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41:59
Why Queer Spaces Matter: Where Entrepreneurship Meets LGBTQ+ Advocacy | Tristan Schukraft
In this episode of Duke’s Download, I sit down with my longtime friend and LGBTQ+ business leader, Tristan Schukraft, for a conversation that’s both inspiring and deeply personal. Tristan takes us through his journey—f...
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Season 1
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Episode 108
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45:55
They Took Prop 8 to the Supreme Court & Made History— Paul Katami & Jeff Zarrillo
In this episode, I sit down with two people whose courage helped change history—Paul Katami and Jeff Zarrillo. You may know their names from the landmark marriage equality case Hollingsworth v. Perry, but getting to he...
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Season 1
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Episode 107
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56:53
Wrapping Up 2025: Politics, Pop Culture, and Hope for the Future
In this special New Year’s Eve episode of Duke’s Download, I grab a metaphorical noisemaker, look back at 2025, and say what we’re all thinking: Wow… that was a year.I reflect on the highs...
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Season 1
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Episode 106
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8:46
A Holiday Message From Duke: A Moment to Recharge & Give Thanks
As we roll inot the holidays, I wanted to take a moment to slow down and say thank you—from the bottom of my heart. When I launched this podcast, I honestly didn’t know what to expect, and the support I’ve received has been overwhelmin...
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Season 1
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Episode 105
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10:32
World AIDS Month Spotlight: Mpact Global and the Global Fight Against HIV
In this week’s episode, I wanted to mark World AIDS Month by having an honest, global conversation about where we really are in the fight for equitable health access for gay, bisexual, and queer men. This topic has always been deeply persona...
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Season 1
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Episode 104
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41:25
Dustin Lance Black on LGBTQ+ Rights, Equality & the Power of Storytelling
In this episode of Duke's Download, I sit down with Oscar‑winning screenwriter and longtime LGBTQ+ advocate Dustin Lance Black. From the moment we start talking, it’s clear how passionate he is about his newest project, Rock Out
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Season 1
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Episode 103
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39:02
Greg Cope White: The REAL Story Behind the Netflix Series Boots
In this episode of Duke's Download, I sit down with Greg Cope White—writer, TV producer, and the mind behind the memoir The Pink Marine, which went on to inspire the Netflix series Boo...
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Season 1
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Episode 102
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46:17
Welcome to Duke’s Download: Politics, Pop Culture and Real Talk
In this first episode Duke Mason introduces you to his new weekly podcast where he dives into candid conversations about politics and pop culture. He shares a bit of his own story—how his background in activism, journalism, and LGBTQ+ advoca...
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Season 1
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Episode 101
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13:09