Best Asia Lyons Podcasts (2025)

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The ghosts are here — Tasma Walton, Darren Rix, Craig Cormick, Anthony Sharwood with Natasha Mitchell 56:43

5h ago56:43

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The ghost people arrived by boat. They never left. But the stories of first encounters and what came next live large, 250 years later, in First Nations families and communities. An ambitious journey to reclaim the names and stories disappeared by Captain James Cook, but never lost. A deeply personal excavation of herstories and the women wrenched f…

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The Cost of Reform and the Power of Community with Representative Jennifer Bacon 1:23:36

1d ago1:23:36

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What happens when a Black educator survives a natural disaster, a political awakening, and a broken school systemall in the same year? In this deeply moving episode of The Exit Interview, Colorado State Representative Jennifer Bacon recounts how her early teaching career in New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina became a catalyst for her journey into…

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Words to sing the world alive — waking up First Nations languages 54:05

14h ago54:05

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At the time of colonisation, there were more than 250 Indigenous languages spoken in Australia, but these days, all are considered endangered. Many First Nations people are working hard to revive and reclaim their mother tongues. In the anthology, Words to Sing the World Alive: Celebrating First Nations Languages, 40 Indigenous Australians share wo…

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From vulture bone flutes to ‘organised sound’— Andrew Ford's short history of music 52:45

2d ago52:45

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Music has been around for at least as long as humans, and possibly even longer. How have forces like religion, the economy, society and technology, shaped music over time? And why, in lullabies and concert halls, songlines and streaming services, have humans always been irresistibly drawn to making it? This event was recorded at Sydney's Gleebooks.…

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AT#946 - Travel to Abitibi-Témiscamingue in Quebec 1:15:33

4d ago1:15:33

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Hear about travel to the region of Abitibi-Témiscamingue in Quebec as the Amateur Traveler talks to Jennifer Doré Dallas from Chasing Poutine about this out of the way road trip. Why should you go to Abitibi-Témiscamingue? Jennifer says, "Most people don't really know about it outside of Quebec. But in our province, it's really well known, especi…

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If it bleeds it leads – Bruce Shapiro on documenting the violence of modern life 54:39

6d ago54:39

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From wars with global consequences to violent crimes in the suburbs, trauma underpins so much of the news cycle. It’s something award-winning journalist Bruce Shapiro came to understand intimately when, as a young crime reporter, he was stabbed. It changed his whole perspective on his profession, dedicating a large part of his career to the questio…

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Live to 150? David Sinclair on why we age — and why he thinks we don't have to 1:07:03

7d ago1:07:03

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What if we could turn back time on our biological clock and slow down — even reverse — aging? High profile Harvard scientist David Sinclair is co-author of the New York Times bestseller Lifespan: Why We Age and Why We Don’t Have To. His lab’s work is as ambitious as it is controversial. He wants to radically change the way we live our lives — and p…

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Australia and the spectre of war — from Vietnam to today 1:00:04

8d ago1:00:04

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It's been 60 years since then Australian Prime Minister Robert Menzies sent Australians to fight in the Vietnam War. Since that time, the defence force has been involved in many armed conflicts and peace keeping missions around the world — but with varying degrees of public support. So how have successive Australian governments managed public conse…

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Australia votes — what message should we take from this election result? 54:57

9d ago54:57

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If democracy is the will of the people, what does this federal election result say about Australia? In his election night victory speech, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Australians had voted for Australian values, claiming these were fairness, aspiration and opportunity for all. But is this right message we should take from the election resul…

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AT#945 - Travel to Victoria, British Columbia 1:05:44

11d ago1:05:44

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Hear about travel to Victoria, British Columbia, as Chris Christensen from Amateur Traveler talks about his recent visit to the capital of British Columbia. Join Chris Christensen as he returns to one of the first cities he ever visited outside the U.S.—Victoria, British Columbia. In this solo episode, Chris recounts a week-long press trip to Vanco…

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Innovation in Organizational Shifts with Dr. Nicole Yeldell Butts: Ep. 59 1:02:11

12d ago1:02:11

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Dr. Nicole Yeldell Butts, a leader in organizational transformation with over 25 years of experience in diversity, equity, inclusion, human resources, and organizational change, discusses the motivations and pivotal moments leading her to a career in HR, the challenges HR professionals face, particularly during seismic events like the 2020 pandemic…

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What are you wearing? Why we aren’t buying Australian made fashion 54:11

13d ago54:11

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Australians are now the biggest consumers per capita of clothes in the world. But just three per cent of clothing is made here in Australia. So is it time for a fashion rethink? This event was held at the Melbourne Museum as part of Melbourne Fashion Festival's Fashion Talks program on 4 March 2025. Speakers Tara MosesChief Operating Officer, RM Wi…

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MT8 - New Zealand Great Walks 1:11:58

14d ago1:11:58

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Hear about New Zealand Great Walks as the Amateur Traveler talks to Jonty Crane from jontynz.com about these amazing multi-day treks in his home country. Picture snow-capped mountains, volcanic landscapes, brilliant blue alpine lakes, epic coastal scenery, unusual native birds, wilderness as far as the eye can see, golden sand beaches, historic sit…

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Mark Zuckerberg claims corporations are culturally neutered — are they? Men, women, work, and the manosphere 54:03

14d ago54:03

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Meta's Mark Zuckerberg has said “a lot of the corporate world has become culturally neutered” and that it needs more “masculine energy”? Has it and does it? At Meta, he recently shut down initiatives that promote equity and diversity in his workplace. In the USA, so has Ford, Mcdonalds, Walmart, and the Trump administration. But in Australia, less …

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Youth at the Core with Joy Delizo-Osborne Live at SXSWEDU 2025 55:48

15d ago55:48

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What happens when you're doing everythingleading a school, serving your community, answering the phones, teaching mathand still feel like you're drowning? In this Exit Interview live show, Dr. Asia Lyons sits down with Joy Delizo-Osborne, who shares the real reason she left her role as a founding principal: her doctor said quit, and her wife offere…

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History lessons — historians Orlando Figes, Bettany Hughes, Matthew Longo and Dava Sobel with Annabelle Quince 55:53

15d ago55:53

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Democracies in retreat, attacks on science, border disputes, death and destruction. It can feel like we are living in unprecedented times - but here's the thing: world history has a habit of repeating itself. So what lessons does history teach us about this moment in which we find ourselves? Do we humans learn anything from the past, or are we dest…

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Chatting with 2025 Grammy winner Ruthie Foster 53:49

16d ago53:49

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After five nominations, Ruthie Foster has taken home the 2025 Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Blues Album - affirming her status as an American music legend. In this intimate conversation, she shares what made her want to be a singer; the roles of her grandmother and mother in her life; why faith is so important to her and why she wants to sing …

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AT#944 - Exploring the Kunisaki Peninsula with Walk Japan 1:09:54

18d ago1:09:54

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In this solo episode of Amateur Traveler, I share the story of my recent walking trip through the Kunisaki Peninsula and Yufuin in Kyushu, Japan, with Walk Japan. This immersive journey took me past massive stone Buddhas, forest trails, rural villages, sacred shrines, and into steamy onsens — all while uncovering centuries of Japanese history and c…

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Vladimir Putin’s Russia — with exiled journalist and author Mikhail Zygar 52:17

20d ago52:17

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The exiled founder of Russia's only independent television news channel, Mikhail Zygar, takes us inside Vladimir Putin's Russia, with a firsthand account of how the President has successfully silenced the media, opposition and Kremlin critics, to cement his hold on power. The 2025 AN Smith Lecture: Journalism against autocracy: Putin, Trump and the…

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Innovation in Hospitality Culture with Dr. Jokima Hiller: Ep. 58 | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast 1:04:18

21d ago1:04:18

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Dr. Jokima Hiller, a distinguished figure in the hospitality industry with an MBA and CHE certification, shares her incredible journey from her early fascination with hotels as an 'army brat' to becoming a general manager, moving into academia, and ultimately becoming an innovator in hospitality education. Jokima also discusses her personal transfo…

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Rituals, rats, and reeded vertebrae! The mysteries of Machu Picchu and Ancient Peru revealed 53:24

21d ago53:24

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A story of continents crashing and cleaving apart, the making of a civilisation, the language of the dead, and ... a mummified rat makes a cameo too. The Incan empire was vast and sophisticated. It built the stunning citadel in the clouds of Machu Picchu in the Andes mountains. But within a century its people were catastrophically wiped out by the …

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Mental ill-health and the power of words 53:28

22d ago53:28

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The language used to talk about mental ill-health can play a key role in reducing or enforcing stigma. And it's constantly evolving. But what terms should be used and when? And by whom? The wrong word can not only deeply hurt a person's feelings. It can end careers, destroy relationships, cut access to support systems. This special World Mental Hea…

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Worried about the future? A mosquito could help you to live in the present 54:05

23d ago54:05

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What can a mosquito teach us about time? Noone likes a mosquito bite — but for a brief moment when it stings you, you know you are alive. Humans are temporal beings, but across cultures, our concepts of time are vastly different. This event explores what we can learn from science, philosophy and Indigenous perspectives that can alter experiences of…

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AT#943 - Travel to Auckland, New Zealand 1:02:00

25d ago1:02:00

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Hear about travel to Auckland, New Zealand, as the Amateur Traveler talks to Jonty Crane from Jonty Travels about a city that he called home for a decade. Why should you go to Auckland? Jonty says, "Many people go to New Zealand, but spend almost no time in Auckland. It's a bit like a little sister or brother to Sydney in Australia, but with some u…

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Innovation in the Costa Rica Call Center with Richard Blank: Ep. 57 | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast 56:29

27d ago56:29

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Welcome to another insightful episode of Innovation Insights! Join host Dr. Eulanda Sanders as she sits down with Richard Blank, CEO of Costa Rica's Call Center and a division of Cheyenne Consultants. Richard's journey from Northeast Philadelphia to leading a thriving call center in Costa Rica is dynamic and inspiring. Tune in to hear about his ear…

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Australia votes— are our political parties on the nose? 54:05

27d ago54:05

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This election has been described as a boring campaign, but with some fascinating contests. So just what is going on in the minds of voters as Australia heads to the polls this weekend? This event was recorded at the Sorrento Writers Festival on 27 May 2025. Speakers Frank BongiornoProfessor of History, Australian National UniversityPresident, Counc…

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Has the world lost the plot? John Lyons, Greg Sheridan, Emma Shortis, Josh Taylor with Natasha Mitchell 56:11

28d ago56:11

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Are we living through a key turning point in world history? How do we make sense of this present moment, and what's on the horizon?Trump's trade wars, long-held alliances dismantled, the deadly conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine, the rise and rise of AI, the tech oligarch takeover, China's military build-up, NATO's demise, and much more. It's a confusin…

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Liberation As A Non-Negotiable with Jamilah Pitts 57:05

29d ago57:05

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What happens when an educator's deep love for liberation collides with the realities of traditional schooling? In this episode of The Exit Interview: A Podcast for Black Educators, Dr. Asia Lyons sits down with Jamilah Pittseducator, author, yoga teacher, and founder of She Imprintsto explore her journey through the education system and beyond. Jam…

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The painting that changed Australia — the story of Blue Poles 56:03

29d ago56:03

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It's been called a coming-of-age story for a nation. The Whitlam Government's purchase of Jackson Pollock's Blue Poles in 1973 helped to bring down the government. So how did this abstract expressionist masterpiece become the most famous, most controversial artwork in Australia? Then: how does political portraiture affect how we feel about politici…

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Are Donald Trump and US politics bringing global health to its knees? 54:04

1M ago54:04

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Until recently, the USA provided about 30% of global health funding. It was dominant in supplying HIV/AIDS medication and funded a major part of medical research. Much of this has now stopped with Donald Trump restricting gender affirming care, withdrawing from the WHO and holding funds from USAID - and the list goes on. What are the impacts on pan…

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AT#839 - Travel to the Queensland Outback (Repeat) 1:07:43

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Hear about travel to the Queensland Outback as the Amateur Traveler talks to Melissa from Queensland about a destination she discovered during the pandemic when she could not leave her home state. Why should you go to the Queensland Outback? Melissa says, “Firstly, I think when most people think of Queensland or plan a visit to Queensland, they’re …

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Innovation in Black Educator Wellness with Dr. Asia Lyons: Ep. 56 | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast 1:00:38

1M ago1:00:38

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Dr. Asia Lyons, the founder and lead designer of Lyons Educational Consulting, shares her journey from aspiring chemical engineer to impactful educator and consultant. She discusses her research on racial battle fatigue, her efforts to support Black educator wellness, and the importance of creating inclusive environments. Dr. Lyons also emphasizes …

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Sir Simon Schama — On antisemitism 49:51

1M ago49:51

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Acclaimed British historian Sir Simon Schama reflects on the history of antisemitism, the Holocaust and contemporary culture. He says that for millennia Jewish people have been "the other of convenience. We are the dark mirror in which the wish fulfilment of other societies takes it out on people who are said to represent its opposite." Presented a…

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How do we make cancer treatment worth it, work better, and less harmful? 57:41

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Cancer is common and chemo and radiotherapies can save or extend our lives. But sometimes they don't, or they stop working, or they come with disabling long-term side effects. In a state of desperation, some of us seek out unproven alternatives which might even put us at greater risk of cancer. Join Big Ideas host Natasha Mitchell and guests to fin…

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Innovation in 3D Fashion Design with Jim Simon: Ep. 55 | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast 49:07

1M ago49:07

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Jim Simon, a visionary in 3D design and digital fashion technology, shares his beginnings as a traditional artist to becoming an academic lead at CLO Jim discusses his journey, insights, and the transformative impact of 3D technology on the fashion industry. This episode covers the importance of blending traditional artistry with digital innovation…

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Pankaj Mishra — the world after Gaza 53:35

1M ago53:35

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For the past 18 months, Israel's war in Gaza has polarised the world. The Indian author and essayist Pankaj Mishra reckons with the conflict through the lens of colonialism, morality and history. This event was recorded at the University of NSW Centre for Ideas on 27 February 2025. Speakers Pankaj MishraAuthor, The World After Gaza, From the Ruins …

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Uncovering Pompeii — 300 years of archaeology 54:05

1M ago54:05

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Two thousand years ago, life in Pompeii stood still when Mount Vesuvius erupted, preserving the town in volcanic ash for centuries. Today, this ancient Roman city captures the imagination like few others. This event was recorded at the National Museum of Australia on 14 December 2024. Speakers Dr Sophie HayRoman archaeologist, press and communicati…

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AT#942 - Travel to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida 59:10

1M ago59:10

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Hear about traveling to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, as the Amateur Traveler talks to a longtime Disney expert, former attorney, host of WDW Radio, and Podcast Hall of Fame inductee. Why Visit Walt Disney World? Nearly 87% of Americans visit a Disney park at some point—it's a "rite of passage." Offers a wide range of experiences for all t…

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When women resist authoritarianism — what's happening in Iran, Afghanistan, Myanmar right now? 54:06

1M ago54:06

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Authoritarian regimes are threatened by women who fight for their freedom — and are pushing back in even more extreme and deadly ways. The world watched wide-eyed as Iranians took to the streets and social media for the #WomenLifeFreedom movement. We watched Afghan women and children run towards American planes taking off from Kabul as the Taliban …

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A season of death — with Raimond Gaita and Michelle Lesh 44:16

1M ago44:16

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The only certainty in life is that we will all some day die. Most of us don't know when that day will come. But others must face their mortality front on. Mark Rafael Baker was no stranger to death, losing three loved ones in seven years — and then he was confronted with his own. This event was recorded at Readings Bookshop Melbourne in October 202…

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Where is the soul in science? Natasha Mitchell and guests on a humanity defining battle (Archive) 54:03

1M ago54:03

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Join Natasha Mitchell and guests to grapple with some gritty paradoxes about science and religion, and in this era of misinformation, conspiracy theories, and existential angst — are they serving the needs they used to? Science drives much of modern life, and yet fewer people are drawn to studying it at school putting scientific literacy at risk. T…

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When the Tech Bros come to town — with Kara Swisher and Marc Fennell 54:05

1M ago54:05

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We know them as Zuckerberg, Musk, Bezos, Gates, Jobs. But to Kara Swisher, they're Mark, Elon, Jeff, Bill, and Steve. She was once a Silicon Valley insider, but now she's one of big tech's most vocal critics. This event was recorded at Adelaide Writers Week on Monday 3 March 2025. Speakers Kara SwisherAuthor, Burn Book: A Tech Love Story, aol.com: …

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The biggest threat to the planet is a story — an eye-opening insider account of Australian environmentalism 54:05

1M ago54:05

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Jobs vs the environment. Profits vs environmental protection. One pitted against the other. That dominant story has defined environmental regulation in Australia, drowning out the stories scientists or environmental campaigners want to tell. Scientist, environmentalist, and government insider, Peter Cosier, has worn all the hats and he wants to cha…

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Boundaries, Burnout and Black Educator Wellness with Josephine Ampaw-Greene 50:04

2M ago50:04

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In this powerful episode of The Exit Interview: A Podcast for Black Educators, Dr. Asia Lyons sits down with Josephine Ampaw-Greene a licensed family therapist and former educatorto explore what it truly means to sustain wellness while navigating the demands of education and racial battle fatigue. Josephine shares her unique journey from paraeducat…

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AT#941 - Travel to Kolkata, India 1:01:38

2M ago1:01:38

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Hear about travel to Kolkata, India (formerly Calcutta) as the Amateur Traveler talks to Sam Sarkar from Travels with Dr. Sam about this city built by the British East India Company. Why should you go to Kolkata? Sam says, "It's a real hidden secret. This is a city that has grand colonial buildings. It used to be the second city of the British Empi…

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Innovation in Food Science with Dr. Shannon Coleman: Ep. 54 | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast 1:04:20

2M ago1:04:20

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Join host Dr. Eulanda Sanders on this episode of Innovation Insights as we explore the innovative world of Dr. Shannon Coleman, an associate professor and extension specialist at Louisiana State University. Delve into the cutting-edge research and creative processes shaping the industries' future. ⚫Connect with Shannon ◾LinkedIn: https://www.linked…

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AT#940 - Travel to Cuba 51:07

2M ago51:07

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Hear about travel to Cuba as the Amateur Traveler talks to 3 listeners of the show who joined this year’s trip to explore this beautiful and sometimes challenging country. Here’s a summary of the 2025 Amateur Traveler's Private Hola Cuba itinerary: Trip Overview Trip Name: Amateur Traveler's Private Hola Cuba Duration: 9 days / 8 nights Start & End…

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Innovation in Fashion Functionality with Hillary Glenn Riley: Ep. 53 | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast 50:44

2M ago50:44

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In this episode of iNNOVATION Insights, host Dr. Eulanda Sanders sits down with Hillary Glenn Riley, a renowned knitwear designer whose work has significantly influenced the outdoor and activewear industry. They discuss Hillary's journey from a passionate art student to a contract designer and now a senior knitwear designer at SmartWool. Hilary sha…

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Supporting teenagers to thrive online 54:14

2M ago54:14

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Teenagers 'live' online and on social media. How can they reap the many benefits that social media can offer? There are plenty of them: an endless pool of knowledge and curiosity. But parents need to help them navigate the risk and threats online — of which there're also plenty. On Big Ideas, we have a panel of experts with a plethora of valuable i…

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MT7 - Fear of Flying with Johnny Jet 36:29

2M ago36:29

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In this episode, Johnny Jet shares his deeply personal story of overcoming a debilitating fear of flying before becoming a travel expert. A dream trip to Australia in high school was derailed when, at the airport, he had a panic attack and refused to board the plane, devastating his family and himself. He spent the next three years struggling with …

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