Best Amy Chaplin Podcasts (2025)

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Gardening with My Sister – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – June 2, 2025 27:57

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I’ve answered a lot of garden questions in my time as a garden journalist, but nobody has asked more of them than today’s guest—who’s also the person I’ve known longer than anyone else on the planet. My baby sister, Marion... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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159 - Effects of Small vs. Large Studios 13:03

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After 25 years of piano teaching, I’m reflecting on how studio size shapes everything—from scheduling and group classes to communication and materials. Whether you teach 12 or 45 students, this episode explores five key areas where size matters—and how to adapt your studio to match your life and teaching goals. Subscribe to Amy’s email list Episode…

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Business of Film: Cannes, Festivals, Indie Films, AI and Trumps' Tariffs and the QUIZ. Join Giles Alderson, Enfys Dickinson, Dom Lenoir and Stephen Follows for this SPECIAL Ep 2:03:41

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Our brand new Business of Film SPECIAL: Join Enfys Dickinson, Dom Lenoir, Stephen Follows and Giles Alderson, as we talk Cannes, Festivals, Indie Films, AI and What Makes an American Film. Plus we do the QUIZ! On this special MASSIVE BUMPER episode we are joined by the wonderful Stephen Follows who's website stephenfollows.com is a must read by an …

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Eco Adventures with ‘The Bad Naturalist’ – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – May 26, 2025 27:53

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Again and again, as I was reading the recent book “Bad Naturalist” by Paula Whyman, I kept thinking: Good thing I only have a couple of acres of land. Whyman tackled 200 acres on a Virginia mountaintop, dreaming of reshaping... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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Waypoint Entertainment's Ken Kao on Producing Hollywood Movies with Ryan Gosling from The Favourite to The Nice Guys 1:05:37

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This week, Giles Alderson is absolutely thrilled to be joined by one of the most influential and respected producers in independent cinema today: the visionary Ken Kao! As the co-founder and President of Waypoint Entertainment, Ken Kao has been the driving force behind an incredible slate of diverse and thought-provoking films and has recently form…

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Nancy Lawson on Mosquitoes – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – May 19, 2025 27:15

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The first issue of “American Gardener,” the newly redesigned member magazine of the American Horticultural Society, arrived recently, and in it are lots of good reads—including an article by today’s guest, Nancy Lawson, aka “The Humane Gardener.” She writes about... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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How to Sell and Distribute Your Film with The Exchange's Sales Agent Itzchak Maghen 1:27:50

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This week we are joined by Sales Agent Itzchak Maghen! Itzchak has works on indie gems to studio movies including THE ABSENCE OF EDEN starring Zoë Saldana and Adria Arjona, DREAMIN' WILD with Casey Affleck and Zooey Deschanel, THE CUT featuring Orlando Bloom and John Turturro, and MASERATI: THE BROTHERS with Anthony Hopkins, Jessica Alba. He talks …

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Ken Druse on Shade Treasures – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – May 12, 2025 27:50

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When I first started gardening, it wasn’t unusual to hear other gardeners lamenting the shady areas of their landscapes – wishing for more, more, more sun. But my friend Ken Druse never looked at the lower-light areas that way –... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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Lena Baker, Charlie Chaplin & The Castle Warden Fire 1:08:19

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April & May 1944: Lena Baker, Charlie Chaplin & The Castle Warden Fire Joe is joined by Steve from the Gruff & Loud Show and the Debra Jo Ruppiverse to discuss April and May of 1944. Stories include The first and last woman to ever be executed in the electric chair in Georgia, A haunted castle fire, and Chat GPT hipster styled story about Charlie C…

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158 - Before They Go: Lasting Skills and Meaningful Goodbyes 13:06

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What does it mean to “gather with intention” when saying goodbye to long-time students? In this heartfelt episode, I share reflections, practical ideas, and meaningful rituals for the final piano lesson—celebrating growth, affirming identity, and creating a memorable close to your students’ musical journey. Items Mentioned and Other Related Content…

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Rosie Fellner & Ross Clarke on Indie Filmmaking, Financing, Sales & Cinema Distribution of their produced feature The Uninvited. 1:06:46

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Joining us this week are Feature film producers Rosie Fellner & Ross Clarke to chat to Giles Alderson and Dom Lenoir on their latest indie feature starring Walton Goggins, Elizabeth Reaser, Lois Smith and Pedro Pascal. Directed by Nadia Connors. They talk the intricacies and difficulties of Indie Film-making. Financing a feature film. What comes fi…

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Dan Wilder on Powerhouse Shrubs – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – May 5, 2025 28:03

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Woody plants—the trees and shrubs—can be pure ecological powerhouses, but most of us don’t have room for an entire forest in our backyards. So on a garden scale, which shrubs in particular really get the job done best? Dan Wilder, a longtime native plant... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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Making an indie feature on a shoe string budget with Mitchell Tolliday, Lauren Cornelius and Neil Rickatson on Murder Ballads 1:41:29

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Making an indie feature on a shoe string budget and getting it released around the world with today's guests director, writer and producer Mitchell Tolliday, producer and actress Lauren Cornelius and producer and writer Neil Rickatson on Murder Ballads: How to Make it in Rock and Roll. Host Giles Alderson talks with Mitchell, Lauren and Neil about …

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Uli Lorimer on Trillium & More – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – April 28, 2025 27:07

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I look forward to spring for many reasons, not the least of which is the emergence and bloom time of the trilliums. There’s a saying that good things come in threes, and trilliums are certainly proof of that. I talked... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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Gareth Evans - 'Havoc', 'The Raid' and 'Gangs of London' Director and writer on his process 45:17

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Gareth Evans - 'Havoc', 'The Raid' and 'Gangs of London' Director and writer on his process. Welcome back to The Filmmakers Podcast, where we delve deep into the world of cinema with the artists who bring unforgettable stories to the screen. This week, your host, Giles Alderson, is beyond excited to welcome a true master of action and suspense, the…

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Marigolds & More with Peace Seedlings – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – April 21, 2025 27:28

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So you think you’re familiar with marigolds and zinnias? Well, it’s time to take another look, I think, as I have been longingly in the seed list from Oregon-based Peace Seedlings. Among their offerings are multi-toned zinnias in shades you won’t... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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157 - Seasonal Joy: 5 Easter Favorites for Teachers 8:49

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Celebrate the Easter season with lighthearted favorites—from lemon desserts and Reese’s egg dupes to festive piano sheet music, teaching tips, and a joyful playlist. Episode Links & Transcipt: https://pianopantry.com/podcast/episode157

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'The Amateur': Shooting an Action Thriller around the world with director James Hawes & actress Caitríona Balfe 1:03:11

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Today on the show, we’re joined by the brilliant James Hawes - director of Slow Horses, Black Mirror, and One Life - alongside the wonderfully talented Caitríona Balfe, acclaimed for her Golden Globe-nominated performance in Outlander and her standout role in Kenneth Branagh’s Belfast. They each sat down with host Dom Lenoir to dive into their late…

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Nutrition Coach / Pharmacist - Amy K Wilson 28:16

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Join us on the "Leave Your Mark" podcast with Vince Cortese for an insightful interview with Amy K. Wilson, a pharmacist and nutritional coach. Amy shares her expertise on how proper nutrition can transform our lives and enhance overall well-being. Tune in for valuable insights and practical tips to help you achieve a healthier lifestyle. RESOURCES…

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Sudden Childhood Death / Founder - Mark Trella 29:53

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In this heartfelt episode of Leave Your Mark, Mark Trella shares the powerful legacy of his late son, Michael Trella, and the inspiration behind the I Love You More Foundation. Through love, loss, and purpose, Mark opens up about how the foundation honors Michael’s memory by spreading compassion and hope. Join us for a moving conversation about hea…

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Rosy Dawn Gardens on Coleus – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – April 14, 2025 27:11

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It’s hard to think of a brighter botanical bright spot than the one that Coleus creates—whether in a container design, or planted in a garden bed. And it’s hard to think of a more Coleus-filled place than Rosy Dawn Gardens,... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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Natalie Dormer & Ami Mann on making the indie feature 'Audrey's Children' 1:17:19

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She's an actress who commands the screen with her intelligence, intensity, and undeniable presence, bringing complex characters to life with remarkable depth. Please welcome the incredibly talented Natalie Dormer! Known for her unforgettable roles as the cunning Anne Boleyn in "The Tudors," the politically astute Margaery Tyrell in "Game of Thrones…

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Amy Chaplin on Spring Flavors – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – April 7, 2025 27:23

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I can almost taste it now: the flavors of the first spring crops, whether homegrown, or from your CSA share, or even ethically foraged…with the promise of a whole growing season of the freshest, tastiest produce to come. It’s the... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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156 - Big vs. Little: Audiating Macro-Micro Beats in Duple & Triple Meters 23:39

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Explore rhythm audiation through macro- and microbeat patterns. Learn how Music Learning Theory (MLT) reframes rhythm by sound and function, not notation, using enrhythmic rhythm syllables. Guided exercises, teaching applications, and new resources to help you and your students audiate with confidence and clarity. Items Mentioned and Other Related …

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Making successful Comedy Features in 2025 with "You're Cordially Invited" & "Back in Action" writer-directors Nicholas Stoller & Seth Gordon 1:17:47

2M ago1:17:47

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On today’s special episode, we welcome not one but two incredible guests to the show: Nicholas Stoller, writer-director of the comedy film You're Cordially Invited (2025), starring Will Ferrell and Reese Witherspoon, and Seth Gordon, writer-director of the action-comedy Back in Action (2025), starring Jamie Foxx and Cameron Diaz. They each sat down…

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Teresa Woodard on Maximalist Design – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – March 31, 2025 27:06

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More isn’t always better, of course, but in the case of the gardens profiled in the new book “Garden to the Max,” it definitely is, whether more color, more texture, more drama or all of the above, and then some,... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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A Conversation with Roger Newman, author of the novel, BOYS 53:05

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Author Roger Newman joins Artstar and Joe to discuss his novel, BOYS. Imagine a young boy whose family is killed by the Ku Klux Klan during the Great Depression and is raised by the farmer whose farm he hides on, alongside the farmer’s son. The two boys—one Black, one White— come to view themselves as brothers. When the brothers head off to fight i…

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Companion: Crafting a smart genre blend with Writer-Director Drew Hancock & Editors Brett W. Bachman & Josh Ethier 1:38:30

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Today, we welcome the brilliant creative team behind the highly entertaining and thought-provoking feature film Companion (2025): writer-director Drew Hancock and editors Brett W. Bachman & Josh Ethier. They sat down with our hosts, Giles Alderson & Dom Lenoir, for a fantastic conversation about the filmmaking process - diving deep into: How the sc…

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Theresa Crimmins on Phenology – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – March 24, 2025 27:02

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Though the calendar says that spring started on March 20, the many clues that nature offers to those who watch and listen add up to a more complex and layered unfolding over time. Inspired by a new book called “Phenology,”... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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155 - Starting Over: Moving & Rebuilding a Studio (with Laura Harding ) 20:39

2M ago20:39

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Relocating your piano studio can feel overwhelming, but it’s also an opportunity for growth. In this episode, Laura Harding shares her experience moving her studio after 30 years of teaching. From breaking the news to students to rebuilding in a new community, Laura offers practical tips and encouragement for teachers facing a similar transition.It…

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ADOLESCENCE: Creating the new Netflix One-Take hit series with actors Stephen Graham & Erin Doherty, director Philip Barantini & writer Jack Thorne 1:20:22

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On today’s episode, our primo host Dom Lenoir sits down with the team behind Netflix’s latest hit, Adolescence – a groundbreaking mini-series where every episode is shot in a single take. It’s an incredible achievement from the entire cast and crew, and we couldn’t wait to find out how they pulled it off. Joining us for this fascinating conversatio…

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Serial Killer Marcel Petiot & George Junius Stinney Jr. (March 1944, ep. 239) 48:21

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Episode 239. Amy and Joe jump into March 1944. WW2 is going strong, a soldier survives a jump from a plane without a parachute, Bob Hope hosts the Oscars, a Jewish Mobster who invented Murder Inc. dies, a child is executed after being wrongfully convicted of murder, and Amy covers a French serial killer doctor who pretended to be part of the Resist…

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Garden Biodiversity at Chanticleer – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – March 17, 2025 27:33

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Anyone who has heard of or even better visited Chanticleer Garden in Pennsylvania knows that it is home to some of the country’s most exceptional examples of horticultural creativity and innovation. A multi-year biodiversity survey of the Chanticleer property has... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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'Casino Royal', 'The Legend of Zorro' director Martin Campbell on how to shoot big budget action films and his latest 'Cleaner’ 1:12:06

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We had the distinct privilege of sitting down with the legendary director Martin Campbell for an exclusive, in-depth conversation about his remarkable career. Martin Campbell's filmography speaks for itself. He's the director who not only breathed new life into the James Bond franchise with the explosive "Golden Eye," but also delivered the critica…

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Jim Sirch on Frog Gardens – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – March 10, 2025 28:10

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We’ve all heard about what plants and other features figure into making a garden for the birds, or a pollinator garden … but what about a frog garden? I’m crazy about frogs and would like to think my place is... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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154 - Recurring Reminders: A Simple Way to Stay on Track 10:47

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Struggling to keep up with studio tasks? In this episode, Amy shares how digital calendars and task management apps can help you automate recurring tasks—weekly, monthly, or annually—so nothing slips through the cracks. A practical tool that will help streamline your workflow for both studio and personal life! Items Mentioned and Other Related Cont…

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Food For Thought: Why make a passion project documentary and give it away for FREE with Giles Alderson & Dan Richardson 1:04:09

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Today’s episode is a special one! First for all, the brilliant Phil Hawkins takes the reins as our host. And if that wasn’t exciting enough, the one and only Giles Alderson finally joins us to present his brand-new film! Alongside his longtime friend and co-director/-producer/-writer, Dan Richardson, he’s celebrating the release of their powerful a…

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Ken Druse on ‘Fat’ Houseplants – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – Mar 3, 2025 27:39

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If another houseplant dropped all its leaves for several months each year, you’d think you killed it. But with some of Ken Druse’s and my favorite indoor companions, from Boweia to Jatropha and more, a regular dormant period is just... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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Small Things Like These & Peaky Blinders Director Tim Mielants on collaborating with Cillian Murphy and making movie and TV magic 56:39

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Joining is today is acclaimed director Tim Mielants. Tim's career has been a captivating blend of genres and styles, from his work on the visually stunning and mind-bending series "Legion" to his contributions to the historical drama "Peaky Blinders," where he directed Cillian Murphy as the iconic Tommy Shelby. Now, he brings his unique vision to "…

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Julie Zickefoose on Welcoming Bluebirds – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – Feb 24, 2025 27:43

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The sight of Eastern bluebirds rates high on my happiness scale, so I say bring them on. But what makes a place look like inviting habitat to these charismatic birds, encouraging them to maybe stick around during breeding season? And... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy director Michael Morris on Bridget, Tone and Making TV and Film 55:06

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Welcome back to The Filmmakers Podcast! This week, we're revisiting a beloved character and diving headfirst into the world of Bridget Jones, but with a modern twist! We're joined by the talented director who brought us "Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy," Michael Morris! Michael's career has been a fascinating journey through the worlds of film and…

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153 - What I'm Letting Go of in 2025 (and why it matters) 13:51

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In this reflective episode, Amy shares six things she’s letting go of in 2025, from unrealistic expectations to daily habits that no longer serve her. Join the conversation and consider what you might release this year to create a more balanced studio and personal life. Episode Links & Transcript:https://pianopantry.com/podcast/episode153 Support t…

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Episode 238: Jeep Show – A Trouper at the Battle of the Bulge 45:13

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Joe interviews author Robert B. O’Connor about his World War 2 based book: Jeep Show, as well as some other topics such as soccer, baseball, cigars and weed! Robert B. O’Connor is the author of the WWII novel Jeep Show – A Trouper at the Battle of the Bulge (https://jeepshowbook.com/) and the non-fiction Gumptionade – A Booster for Your Self-Improv…

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Sam Hoadley on Ironweeds – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – Feb 17, 2025 27:30

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One of the tallest perennials in my garden is New York ironweed, Vernonia noveboracensis, but basically my knowledge of the genus starts and ends there. Or at least it did until just recently, when Mt. Cuba Center, the renown native... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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MAKING OF 'September 5' cast & writer-director SPECIAL with Peter Sarsgaard, Leonie Benesch, Ben Chaplin, John Magaro & Tim Fehlbaum 1:29:30

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On today's epic episode, host Dom Lenoir sits down multiple times with the team behind the Oscar-nominated film September 5. He speaks with writer-director Tim Fehlbaum and cast members Peter Sarsgaard, Leonie Benesch, John Magaro, and Ben Chaplin. Together, they dive deep into the making of September 5, discussing the brilliance of the script deve…

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Josie Flatgard on Seed Exchange – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – Feb 10, 2025 27:13

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You probably know the popular Seed Savers Exchange catalog, which this year features 600 varieties of seed to choose from, and supports the beloved nonprofit preservation organization, which in 2025 is turning 50 years old. But maybe you haven’t clicked... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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152 - Audiating "Lavender's Blue" 16:18

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Explore audiation with "Lavender’s Blue" in this fun, ear-training episode. Sing, harmonize, and deepen your understanding of music—no sheet music required! Subscribe https://PianoPantry.com/subscribe Episode Links & Transcipt: https://pianopantry.com/podcast/episode152

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Zoë Saldaña, ‘Emilia Pérez’, Juliette Welfling and Oscar-longlisted short film ‘Dovecote’ dir Marco Perego 1:09:46

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On today's show, host Dom Lenoir sat down for two conversations with three guests. First, he chatted with the one and only Zoë Saldaña and Marco Perego all about how they made their new Oscar-longlisted short film Dovecote (2024). And then, Dom discussed how Emilia Pérez (2024) came about and what the editing process was like with Oscar-nominated e…

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Matt Mattus on Garden Rituals – A Way to Garden with Margaret Roach – Feb 3, 2025 27:28

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Have you ever replied, “I don’t know; that’s just the way I’ve always done it” when someone asked why you performed a certain garden task in a particular way? Sometimes we stay stuck even when there’s evidence there’s a newer,... Read More ›By Margaret Roach

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Guy Pearce on Acting, On set tips, Working with Directors and 'The Brutalist' 41:24

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The wonderful actor Guy Pearce joins us this week to talk acting and his new feature film The Brutalist. Already nominated for a BAFTA and an OSCAR for Best Supporting Actor, Giles Alderson sat down with the aforementioned nominated Guy Pearce to chat working with inspirational directors, how he creates his roles and what sparks choices in him as a…

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