Scratch Cinema is a film review site that now has a podcast! Here we will be reviewing movies, talking about our favorite actors, interviewing directors and many other things!
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🎙️ Valkyries, Say Less Hosted by Vanessa Hutchinson-Szekely & Raina Mast Two former high school hoopers turned San Francisco moms, teachers, and entrepreneurs team up to bring you the podcast you didn’t know you needed — all about our brand-new hometown WNBA heroes: the Golden State Valkyries. We’re here for the vibes, the victories, and whatever’s cooking at concession. Whether you’re a WNBA superfan, a mom looking for community, or just here to figure out which Valkyrie to cheer for, this ...
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Kwik Brain is a fun, fast-paced show designed to help busy people learn and achieve anything in a fraction of the time! Your coach, Jim Kwik (his real name), is the brain & memory trainer to elite mental performers, including many of the world’s leading CEO’s and celebrities. In this easy to digest bite-sized podcast, you will discover Kwik’s favorite shortcuts to read faster, remember more, and ‘supercharge’ your greatest wealth-building asset: your brain. Whether you’re a student, senior, ...
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veloccino Cycling Podcast with Gemma Felstead, Mike Williams & Niels Schnadt
The veloccino cycling podcast from the heart of the Chiltern Hills. Your hosts Mike Williams, Gemma Felstead and Niels Schnadt invite you to play a fly on the wall during light-hearted conversations with fascinating people from all aspects of the cycling universe. We are taking our guest along the scenic route to dig a little bit deeper and find out more about their individual story. Hold on tight and enjoy the ride, because the best stories have not yet been ridden! The veloccino cylcing po ...
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The Question Behind Every Decision You Make with Jim Kwik
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13:22How do you find your dominant question? You’ve heard me say that questions are the answer. Every day, you have around 60,000 thoughts a day. And a lot of those thoughts are questions. And there is often one question, what I call your dominant question, that you ask yourself more than any others. I get asked this question almost daily. And in today’…
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🎙️ Episode 4: “Brains, Buckets, & British Vibes: It’s Temi Time”
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29:41Send us a text In this episode, we’re talking about Temi Fagbenle—the seasoned vet, Olympic baller, and newest powerhouse joining the Golden State Valkyries. From London roots to Harvard halls to WNBA locker rooms (most recently with the Indiana Fever and Caitlin Clark), Temi’s story is global, grounded, and so inspiring. But this convo goes beyond…
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9 Ways I Released Pent-Up Childhood Pain & Resentment with Jim Kwik
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9:13How can you work through the pain, anger, and resentment from childhood caused by the adults in your life? As many of you know, I had a teacher call me the boy with the broken brain. What was a comment intended to keep other kids from picking on me instead became a hurtful label that took years to overcome. Every time I couldn’t do a task or assign…
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🎙️ Episode 3: “Bonjour, Carla: The Valkyries’ French Phenomenon”
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20:58Send us a text In this episode, we talk about Carla Leite—the fearless 19-year-old guard from France who’s now suiting up for the Golden State Valkyries. From dominating the court in Lyon to making her WNBA debut in the Bay, Carla brings boldness, flair, and a whole lot of promise. But this convo isn’t just about her stats or potential—it’s about w…
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On the 2025 Washington State Legislative Session – Melissa Santos, Axios – 241
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40:55Melissa Santos is a reporter for Axios covering Seattle and the State Legislature. We’ve been podding with Melissa since 2017. She is a regular on the show and one of our most requested and re-requested guests by listeners. She joined us to talk about the recently concluded Washington State Legislative session, the punt on the wealth tax, and the l…
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Sharpen Your Intuition for Confident Decisions with Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir
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19:55What if the key to navigating uncertainty and making truly aligned decisions lies not just in logic, but in an ancient wisdom tradition? I was fascinated to learn from Hrund Gunnsteinsdottir about 'Innsæi: Heal, Revive and Reset with the Icelandic Art of Intuition’, which she beautifully describes as 'the sea within.' This isn't about vague hunches…
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🎙️ Episode 2: "Valkyries Coach Natalie Nakase — We’re Officially Obsessed"
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30:42Send us a text In this episode, we talk about the Coach Natalie Nakase—head coach for the Golden State Valkyries and our new personal hero. We get into her journey from playing ball at UCLA to coaching overseas to breaking barriers in the NBA and now helping launch the Valkyries into greatness. But this convo isn’t about stats and sidelines—it’s ab…
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🎙️ Episode 1: “Meet the Valkyries (and Us)”
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19:35Send us a text Episode 1: “Meet the Valkyries (and Us)” In our debut episode, we introduce ourselves—two former hoopers turned SF moms, educators, and entrepreneurs—and share why we’re all in on the new WNBA team in town: the Golden State Valkyries. We officially bleed lavender now. Whether you’re a die-hard basketball fan, a curious newcomer, or j…
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15 Practices That Helped My Traumatic Brain Injury with Jim Kwik
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12:26Is it possible to recover from a traumatic brain injury? Many of you know I suffered from several traumatic brain injuries when I was younger. Over the years, I’ve discovered strategies and tactics that have helped me recover. Healing a TBI requires a science-based approach to ensure you’re supporting your brain’s natural healing process. This is a…
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The Best Mindset Won’t Work If You’re Missing This with Dean Graziosi
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19:56We often focus intensely on mindset, but what if the real key to unlocking your next level lies deeper, within your heart? I explore this with Dean Graziosi, who shares a powerful, previously untold story about hitting rock bottom and how shifting his perspective—not his circumstances—fuelled an incredible comeback. Discover how connecting with pur…
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Radical Evangelicalism and the Second Trump Presidency – Tori Williams Douglass – 240
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54:19Tori is an anti-racist educator and writer. She grew up in a deeply conservative evangelical family and is now an out-spoken critic of racism and misogyny that lurks within in some Christian communities. She joined us to talk about the influence of 90s far right religious ideology, now at the center of the current administration’s policies. She als…
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Cold Exposure & Female Brain: Hormones, Stress, Pregnancy with Laura & Isabelle Hof
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19:56How does cold exposure and breathwork transform the body and mind? The Wim Hof method has helped people all over the world harness the power of cold and breath to achieve the extraordinary. These methods have transformed lives by unlocking the body’s restorative ability to heal itself. While cold exposure and breathwork are beneficial for everyone,…
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How to Memorize Information When You Can't Write it Down with Jim Kwik
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8:03How do you remember important content when listening to an audiobook? Audiobooks are a fantastic productivity hack. You can listen to experts divulge decades of knowledge while you walk, drive, clean the house, work out, and more. But that also means you may not have your hands free to write down the information you’re consuming. In today’s episode…
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How Chasing Uncertainty Fuels Continuous Learning with Alex Hutchinson
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19:55What if the key to unlocking your potential lies not in certainty, but in deliberately seeking the unknown? I sat down with Alex Hutchinson, author of 'The Explorer's Gene: Why We Seek Big Challenges, New Flavors, and the Blank Spots on the Map,' to really dig into the science behind our innate drive to explore. We explore why our brains actually c…
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A 125% “Tariff on China” is a 125% Tax on You – Abdullah Al Bahrani, Northern Kentucky University – 239
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41:29This is a conversation about tariffs—with an economist who is an expert in making it plain. We’re starting with the basics: Tariffs are taxes on imports, and they’re usually passed on to consumers. So, in plain terms, a tariff on China is really a tariff on you. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand what tariffs are, how they affect trade, …
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High Functioning Depression & 5 Steps to Overcome It with Dr. Judith Joseph
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19:55Ever wonder if your relentless productivity is hiding a deeper pain? Our host & CEO Alexis Banc has been there—juggling the roles of caregiver, entrepreneur and nurturer while feeling an underlying emptiness that no amount of busyness can erase. In this episode, we'll dive deep into the science of happiness and uncover how our brains can trick us i…
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Leading With Vulnerability: Radical Honesty, Facing Conflict & Less Authority with Keith Ferrazzi
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19:55How do you build a team that genuinely cares for each other? You already know how important building your positive peer group is for your brain. The same principles apply to your team within the workplace. It’s common to look at your coworkers or employees as a group of individuals. But what if there was a way to turn your team into a cohesive, col…
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5 Evidence Based Resets to Support Positive Stress Levels with Dr. Aditi Nerurkar
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19:55Is there a difference between unhealthy stress and healthy stress? Stress is a natural part of your life. In fact, a healthy amount of stress is important. You need it to develop a strong adaptive response to life’s demands. So why does stress so often feel like it’s the enemy when it comes to your productivity and health? Our guest today is a phys…
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The 2025 Housing Market – Marguerite Martin, Move to Tacoma – 238
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42:49Marguerite Martin is a co-founder of Channel 253 and creator of Move to Tacoma. This is an update to her and my ongoing conversation about housing policy and real estate. You can find my previous conversations with her and many of our other conversations about housing below. Join the #NerdFarmRead book club! We’re reading How to Stand Up to a Dicta…
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How to Control Your Emotions & Benefit from Negative Ones with Ethan Kross
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19:54How do you manage your emotions so that they don’t manage you? Emotions are often viewed as something you have to control if you want to be successful. The truth is emotions—both positive and negative—are simply tools you can use to navigate the world. They influence everything from relationships to motivation and productivity. Yet, for all their p…
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Deep Brain Rest: Activate Your Default Mode Network with Jim Kwik
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10:03How can you rest your brain throughout the day to keep it functioning at its best? When thinking about ways to rest your body and mind, you probably think of things like sleep, meditation, breathwork, stretching, or other forms of relaxation. And while those are all incredibly valuable resources, there is one other type of cognitive rest that you a…
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Menopausal Brain: What Every Woman Needs to Know with Tamsen Fadal
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19:55What happens to the brain and body during menopause? Every woman who lives long enough will eventually reach menopause. Right now, there are around 75 million women in the US who are perimenopausal, menopausal, or post-menopausal. And yet, despite millions of women experiencing similar symptoms, you may still feel lost, alone, confused, less confid…
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Creating the Seattle Green Book – Amanda Williams, Denkyem Finance – 237
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47:00Amanda Willams is a former teacher in Seattle Public Schools and is the creator of the Seattle Green Book, an online listing of Black Owned Businesses in the Seattle Area. She joined us to talk about creating the Green Book and her work with Denkyem Finance, a Seattle Based community development financial institution. Join the #NerdFarmRead book cl…
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Maintain a Thriving Mind Through Life's Messy Moments with Dr. Julie Smith
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19:55How do you maintain an inner sense of calm during overwhelming and difficult situations? Sometimes, it can feel like life does nothing but throw curveballs at you. When that happens, it might feel like your life is spinning out of control. The thing you need most is to be able to find a place of calmness, strength, and positivity. But those are oft…
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Previewing the 2025 Oscars – Chase Hutchinson and Andrew Hammond – 236
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53:14This week’s episode is a change of pace for the show. Film critic Chase Hutchinson joined us for a conversation about the upcoming 97th Academy Awards. We talked through who we think will win each of the major categories and who we think should win. You’ll hear a breakdown of the Oscar frontrunners and why the rise of Anora seems to be breaking Nat…
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