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Dwell

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Psalm 37:3 says "trust in the Lord and do good, dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness." In this new podcast for moms from the CiRCE Podcast Network, Emily Hill, Renee Mathis, and Karen Kern will explore what it means to dwell in our homes—that place where God has called us to do good. They will discuss dwelling with others in relationship, dwelling in wisdom as we seek to educate our children, and dwelling at home such that we create a place where our families will flourish. Episodes ...
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Quiddity

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Join the CiRCE Podcast Network for new conversations in the classical spirit of inquiry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A unique view of mythology ... Imagine: Ancient Greek gods in the modern world ... Were the Greek gods no more than myths? Modern scholars say so. What if they're wrong? ... Join best selling author and mythologist Patrick Garner as he explores the Greek gods — Zeus, Apollo, Artemis, Aphrodite, Athena, Poseidon, Ares and many others — and offers rare insights into who these divine beings were — and uniquely, what became of them! Heard in more than 188 countries, Garner's Greek Mythology is n ...
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Forma

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Conversations with authors, teachers, creators, and community leaders that are carefully contemplating the nature and practice of classical education, aesthetic wonder, and Christian community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ask Andrew

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The Ask Andrew Podcast features weekly reflections on the purpose and nature of classical education from Andrew Kern, author of Classical Education: The Movement Sweeping American, and President of the CiRCE Institute. Each week Andrew will tackle a key idea, term, or theme in classical education, briefly defining it and explaining its purpose and place within classical pedagogy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Commons

CiRCE Institute Podcast Network

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The Commons, hosted by Brian Phillips, features conversations and contemplations about school life and leadership. Whether you are a headmaster or a homeschooling mom, these conversations are here to help your vocation with purpose, wisdom, and virtue. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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34 Circe Salon -- The Parallax

34 Circe Salon, 34 Circe Media, Sean Marlon Newcombe

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Parallax -- noun. (ˈpɛrəˌlæks) The apparent displacement of an object as seen from two different points that are not on a line with the object. A podcast that is an exploration from the ancient world to the cosmic future. Different points of view than what are normally heard. New visions.
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Proverbial

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On every episode of Proverbial, teacher and author Joshua Gibbs (How to Be Unlucky: Reflections on the Pursuit of Virtue and Something They Will Not Forget: A Handbook for Classical Teachers) explores a single proverb, some old bit of wisdom, and tries to discern what it means for modern men. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The CiRCE Institute Podcast Network is made up of three regular shows: Dwell features conversations about motherhood, home education, homemaking, and more. Proverbial features author and educator Joshua Gibbs exploring proverbs from the ages. The Play’s The Thing is the ultimate resource for Shakespeare lovers hosted by actor, playwright, and educator Tim McIntosh. Plus we produce various seasonal shows like The Weight of Fatherhood with Brian Phillips, Ask Andrew with CIRCE President Andrew ...
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Ladies of Lore is the podcast dedicated to the fierce, forgotten and fascinating women of mythology and folklore. We unpick, unravel and explore their origins, their stories and explore how they have changed through time to arrive in today's modern world. From vengeful goddesses to cunning tricksters, warrior queens to mystical seers, we dive deep into the legends that shaped cultures - and the women who ruled them. Whether they've been erased, misunderstood or overshadowed, we're here to se ...
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The Mason Jar

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From the CiRCE Institute, this re-freshed version of The Mason Jar will feature a variety of voices that hope to explore the intersection of Charlotte Mason's important work with the application of classical thought, primarily (but not necessarily exclusively) within the context of home-education. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Side Character Quest (SCQ) is an anthology of improvised fantasy adventures. In each short quest, the show's host takes a single guest player on a journey through a larger shared world. Quests are usually 3-6 episodes long, and listeners can generally start the show at the beginning of any one of them! Your world is a peaceful one, comprised of plains, mountains, swamps, and pines. Cicadas sing, rivers flow, magic thrums through the air, and all of it's surround by a single massive wall that ...
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Midnight Wisdom

Khraim Hamadeh Omrani

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7 Years out of 8. This is the story of my life as I live it. Week by week, state by state, you'll see me at my best and worst. I listen to these later, and I reflect on my own experiences and my own thoughts. It's an interesting thing to do, and you're welcome to partake. The world is playing a beautiful melody we're not listening to, and I'm trying my best to listen. When everything is silent, we find the peace to listen. Welcome to the clarity of the night. Welcome to the story of my life.
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Welcome to the Eight Pillars Podcast! My name is Kate Bilodeau and here we discuss a variety of topics that relate to my Eight Pillars of Wellness: Positive Mindsets, Supportive Relationships, Exercise & Healthy Eating, Gratitude & Reflection, Rest/Self-care/Pleasure, Discipline, Time Spent Alone, and a Balanced Relationship with Technology. I share my personal experiences and tips that have helped me with each of the Eight Pillars and so much more. I also touch on spirituality & manifesting ...
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Do Well Do Good

The Circle of Young Intrapreneurs

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This is #DoWellDoGood - the podcast from the Circle of Young Intrapreneurs, where we explore how you can have a positive impact on the world from within your large corporate organisation. We hear from the trojan horses, social side-hustlers, and the corporate changemakers who are on the front line, changing business from the inside by doing well and doing good
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Andrew Heaton and an army of nerds plunge deep, deep into films, books, and TV shows to ask: what's science fiction really about? What is The Twilight Zone really exploring? What are the underlying themes of Star Trek? What is the worldview of Star Wars? Also sometimes Heaton performs comedy on other planets.
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If We Survive This

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A fantasy book club with a survival twist! Join Jen and Ellie as they discuss fantasy books - spoilers and all - from plot and language, to themes and character arcs, before taking a look at the challenges in the world and seeing if they have the skills to survive them. Can horse riding set you up for success at dragon riding school? Will scheduling skills help in managing armies? Is everything possible with a can-do attitude??? (No. Definitely not.) Part book review, part break down of the ...
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Love romance novels and looking for your next read, but don't have time to waste on terrible books? Let us do the pre-read for you! Kim and Aimee have got your backs! Two girls who read way too many novels, mostly romance novels, talk about what they love, what they like and what they can't stand about what they've read each fortnight. First half provides SPOILER FREE recommendations (with spoilers in the second half) to make choosing your next read that much easier! Episodes released fortni ...
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Serious Conversations, Seriously Funny. Improv Conversations with Old Friends, New Friends and Inspiring People. Archiving our Ever Adapting Connection with Nature and Understanding our humanity, our art, food and music. Continually Exploring the present moment, through topics such as Homesteading, Foraging, and Permaculture intertwined with people's everyday experiences, lifestyles, stories and opinions with comedy, music and an open discussion platform. Hosted by Ande the Elf (a seasoned a ...
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ODYSSEY: THE PODCAST

Jeff Wright

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Odyssey: The Podcast is a serialized telling in contemporary language, of Homer’s Odyssey. Over twenty-three hours, master storyteller Jeff Wright delivers a fast-paced, literate, and addictive performance. Each episode features a continuation of the story arc, followed by engaging commentary on the social, cultural and political contexts helpful to maximizing your fun with Homer’s story. Odyssey: The Podcast works brilliantly as a free-standing story, or as a sequel to Trojan War: The Podcast.
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Eat Read Stream Repeat

Eat Read Stream Repeat

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We met because of Steve Rogers, we go for pizza and swap books on a monthly basis and we've never had a conversation that didn't contain a nerdy reference. So lets chat about the things we like to eat, read, stream and repeat. xoxo Sarah and Chloe
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Best of the Worst

Jason Weiser, Carissa Weiser | Nextpod

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Twice a week, join the Weisers (creators of "Myths and Legends" and "Fictional") as they take a look at all the wonderful, ridiculous characters from comic book history. Why should Joker, Thanos, Catwoman, and Magneto get all the love? Why not Animal-Vegetable-Mineral Man, Uglyman, Kiteman, Asbestos Lady, and Condiment King? And yes, those are real characters. Originally a segment on chart-topping podcast Fictional, Best of the Worst is making household names out of the world's worst heroes ...
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That's The Drink Talking

Buxstock Entertainment

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The great social lubricant… alcohol. We drink it to have a good night, to help with conversation, or simply because we love a good ale.‘That’s the Drink Talking’ is a comedy podcast hosted by comedians and beer drinkers Harley Breen and David Quirk plus guests including beer makers, master brewers, distillers, wine makers, non-drinkers, comedians, musicians, actors and other interesting people who happen to be passing by. Recorded live at The Espy every Tuesday arvo, That’s the Drink Talking ...
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Marvelously acted, written and director, the film Tár was a critical darling. But this will not be a film review, but rather an appraisal of how Hollywood handles strong women in leading roles. We will examine the movie from different perspectives--feminist, cultural, personal-- and give our own take on what this kind of movie says about how strong…
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In this episode of SLA Insights, Dr. Jennifer Noonan discusses various techniques for vocabulary learning, focusing on the method of retelling stories as a means of indirect vocabulary acquisition. She emphasizes the importance of comprehension and context in learning new words, and outlines the process of preparing texts for students. The episode …
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18.05.2025 22:47 I'm in Seville for the first time. Lisbon was nice, with its ups and downs. It was an adventure regardless. I had a cold the last four days that I tried to still fight against and make the most out of my vacation. There's a lot I'll sit and reflect on later. Right now, I need to sleep and wake up early to go to the Real Alcazar. Th…
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Don’t have time for terrible 🧚❤️ books? Kim and Aimee review another book about fairies, ‘Wicked Lovely’ by Melissa Marr. (With reference to Heather Fawcett’s ‘Emily Wilde’ and John Connolly’s ‘Land of Lost Things’ .) Want to recommend a book? Send us a text! We LOVE it when our listeners ask us to read books! Please hit us with your suggestions vi…
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In episode 8 of the Found(H)er Files series, I sit down with Hailey, the owner of Studio78 in Boston, where she leads mat Pilates and sculpt classes. We dive into her inspiring transition from the traditional 9-5 world to exploring life as a fitness instructor and eventually stepping into her power as a business owner. Hailey opens up about the hig…
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In this episode of SLA Insights, Dr. Jennifer Noonan discusses vocabulary learning and acquisition, focusing on a specific procedure called 'Recycled Words.' This method, developed by Mary E. Blake and Patricia Majors, involves a series of steps designed to enhance vocabulary learning through various activities and modes. The conversation covers th…
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22:21 11.05 I need to prolong a video game (FFVII Remake) and 2 books from the library but the website portal was down. In bed at the hostel. Washed my feet at the yoga studio and twadet. Spent 30 minutes or so journaling on the laptop. Was lovely. I dont know where I’m going tomorrow but I believe I’ll decide tomorrow. I have some habits to do! Th…
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"Once upon a time,” she said to him, to the world, to herself, “in a land long since burned to ash, there lived a young princess who loved her kingdom . . . very much." Heir of Fire is the third book in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J Maas, and we see the world expand as Celaena seeks to bargain with Maeve, Queen of the Fae of Doranelle, and …
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Kimberly Rockwell and Dawn "Sam" Alden discuss the Female Gaze - is there such a thing? How does a film camera typically "look" at a woman vs how it "looks" at a man? We've been discussing movies a lot this season, so we thought we'd zoom out (pun intended) and think about how filmmaking controls the way we perceive characters in the movies we watc…
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In this episode of SLA Insights, Dr. Jennifer Noonan discusses effective strategies for improving vocabulary learning, focusing on three main techniques: imaging, instantiation, and the keyword technique. Each method emphasizes the importance of creating strong memory traces through intentional engagement with vocabulary. The episode also addresses…
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In episode 7 of the Found(H)er Files, I sit down with lovely Emily, the founder of Films By Em. She makes wedding films for people who don’t like wedding films, and she tries to focus on telling a couple’s story through showcasing their personalities and the wonderful people attending their wedding, rather than dramatizing the whole day. We get int…
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17:54 04.05.2025 On my way to visit my cousin in the west of Sweden. Spent two days in Stockholm. Beautiful city with its own atmosphere. Extremely similar to Germany but endearing in its design, spaciousness, and the things you can get away with because of how much people keep to themselves. Met cool people in the hostel. I’m trying something new …
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Don’t have time for terrible ❤️ books? Kim and Aimee review ‘Earl’s Trip’ by Jenny Holiday, a Regency rom-com. Want to recommend a book? Send us a text! We LOVE it when our listeners ask us to read books! Please hit us with your suggestions via Instagram @trash.or.treasure.podcast, or email [email protected].…
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Super short update this week to give you the low down on the latest at Ladies of Lore. Biggest news is that the Patreon & Discord Server are both now live and you can access them here: www.patreon.com/LadiesOfLore Hope to see and chat to some of you there! Support the show Join the Patreon! - patreon.com/LadiesofLore Follow me on Bluesky - @ladieso…
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This conversation explores the 26th chapter of Matthew, focusing on key events such as Jesus' prayer in Gethsemane, his betrayal by Judas, the trial before the high priest, and Peter's denial. Each segment delves into the emotional and spiritual significance of these moments, providing insights into the themes of faith, betrayal, and redemption.Tun…
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In this episode of SLA Insights, Dr. Jennifer Noonan discusses the effectiveness of vocabulary flashcards for language learning. She emphasizes the importance of repetition and direct learning, providing strategies for selecting words, creating flashcards, and practicing with them. The episode covers various techniques to enhance vocabulary acquisi…
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In this episode, I sit down with Maria, the owner of Aperitivo The Shop in Boston's North End and founder of The Aperitivo Society. We dive into her inspiring journey, from balancing a 9-5, running her own shop, and hosting unforgettable dinner parties, to ultimately reaching a breaking point. A few months ago, Maria realized the toll it was taking…
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In this episode, we journey through myth, memory, and modern magic to explore the powerful Norse goddess Freyja. From her ancient origins as a Vanir deity of love, fertility, death, and seiðr, to her medieval demonisation and Enlightenment dismissal, Freyja’s identity has evolved across centuries of cultural transformation. We trace how she was rei…
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In this episode of the Christ in Classics podcast, host Colton Moore engages with Dr. Holly Ordway, a prominent scholar on Tolkien, to explore the themes of heroism in 'The Hobbit'. They discuss Dr. Ordway's personal journey with Tolkien's works, the role of literary criticism, and how hobbit-ness shapes heroism. The conversation also delves into G…
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In this conversation, the speaker delves into the teachings of Jesus as presented in the 26th chapter of Matthew, exploring themes of betrayal, the Last Supper, and the significance of Jesus' actions. The discussion highlights the importance of faith, the role of Judas, and Peter's denial, providing insights into the deeper meanings of these biblic…
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Join Renee and Karen for Chapters 11 and 12 and the Epilogue of Norms and Nobility. They discuss Hicks' compelling answer to the question, "Why read the classics?", his statement that the heart of the curriculum is humane letters, and his last two beautiful paragraphs in which he describes true learning. We hope you were encouraged to read along wi…
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In episode 5 of the Found(H)er Files series, I sit down with Amy from Buttercream Boston, a creative force behind the beloved cake company she runs with her sister, Kristin. We dive into Amy’s bold journey through her 20s, from testing out various entrepreneurial ventures to carving out a career path entirely her own. She shares how she navigated s…
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Right now, the world needs goddesses, so there's no better time to give an encore presentation of our episode on the Titanides with Max Dashu! Tune in and enjoy! ***** It is our pleasure, once again, to present a fascinating conversation with Max Dashu! Max Dashu has championed the various lost histories of women and championed female-centric civil…
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In this episode of SLA Insights, Dr. Jennifer Noonan discusses the essential role of vocabulary acquisition in reading fluency. She introduces two primary approaches to vocabulary instruction: direct and indirect instruction. Direct instruction focuses on intentional and conscious learning of vocabulary items, while indirect instruction emphasizes …
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Don’t have time for terrible books? Kim and Aimee review - spoiler-free, then spoiler-full - ‘Circe’ by Madeline Miller. (Note: this book is about the world of Greek myths, and contains reference to rape and bestiality.) Want to recommend a book? Send us a text! We LOVE it when our listeners ask us to read books! Please hit us with your suggestions…
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The Assassin's Blade by Sarah J Maas is a collection of prequel novellas leading up to the first novel in the Throne of Glass series. We join Celaena Sardothien as her conscious gets the better of her and she starts rebelling against the King of the Assassins unknowingly starting her own downfall from her place as Adarlan's Assassin. Join Jen and E…
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This week we will be taking a look at the transformation of one of mythology’s most misunderstood women: Circe. From Homer’s dangerous enchantress to a symbol of female power and self-authorship, we'll trace Circe’s evolution through ancient texts, centuries of retellings, and her feminist reclamation in today’s literature and culture. Cool Stuff M…
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In episode 4 of the Found(H)er Files series, I sit down with my dear friend Sophie, the founder of Circe’s Secret, a clean skincare brand inspired by her travels around the world. Sophie shares how she transitioned from the corporate world to entrepreneurship after realizing that traditional career paths didn’t align with her true passions. We delv…
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This is pure Serious and Seriously Fun conversation collage from the WTFU vaults archives of pod squad family contributions and collaborations. Let's Grow! We want to hear from you! Enjoy this audio adventure! We so into it... Made to listen as an audio show beginning to end. A mixed variety of elf field recordings of Frogs and Birds , as well as f…
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Special Wake the Farm Up! Maintaining Ground Wormpod Castings Guest: Sam Baker of WriggleBrew - Revolutionary Plant Care This conversation Sam and Ande the Elf explore Worm Life, Worms that digest Plastics, Plant Communication, Chitin, Regenerative Agriculture applications and more.. An Elf Verified and Absolute "Hope's Day Prepper" Approved Lets G…
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Send us a text EP 67 — Strange & Obscure Tales Four tales in one episode, all little known. Each focuses on the relationship between gods and men. One may well reveal the origin of werewolves. Come play with Zeus, Demeter, Artemis and Hermes. Support the show Tweet me comments at @Garner_images, or email any episode suggestions to patrickgarner@me.…
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In this episode of the Christ and Classics podcast, Colton Moore and Matt Bianco delve into Plato's dialogue, Meno, exploring the nature of virtue and whether it can be taught. They discuss their personal connections to Plato, the philosophical implications of the dialogue, and the role of divine inspiration in understanding virtue. The conversatio…
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Join Renee and Karen as they talk to Heidi about her soon-to-be-published book called The Divided Soul: Duty and Desire in Literature and Life. She describes how she came to view every story as the expression of the conflict between duty and desire—the same conflict that each one of us fights too. We hope that you enjoy this fun conversation and wi…
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In this episode, Jesse Orloff helps us take a closer look at Koine Greek and grow in our love of and appreciation for the language. This is stuff you don’t want to miss! Join us for this episode where Jesse talks about and reads 2 Corinthians 6 in Koine Greek. Tune in to learn more!***GlossaHouse resources are available at our website! - https://gl…
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In episode 3 of the Found(H)er Files, I sit down with my roommate and best friend, Liv, the founder of The Homemade Market - a culinary passion project that brings people together through food, dinner parties, and intentional hosting. We dive into the messy yet rewarding journey of figuring things out as you go, overcoming self-doubt in entrepreneu…
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In this episode of SLA Insights, Dr. Jennifer Noonan discusses the factors affecting vocabulary acquisition and retention, focusing on the negative impact of interference. She explains how learning certain words together, especially synonyms and antonyms, can hinder vocabulary retention. Dr. Noonan emphasizes the importance of teaching vocabulary i…
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Join us for a wonderful, foundational episode: we're making matriarchy great again! Laura Hirch is a filmmaker, writer, artist and a scholar of matriarchal studies. Her six-part documentary, From The Goddess, explores the concept of the Great Goddess and how matriarchal societies, centered around Goddess worship, thrived in peaceful coexistence for…
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Don’t have time for terrible ❤️ books? Kim and Aimee review - spoiler-free, then spoiler-full - the final book in Anne Gracie’s ‘Brides of Bellaire Gardens’ series, ‘The Secret Daughter’. (With reference to our reviews of the previous novels in this series: Book 1 ‘The Scoundrel’s Daughter’; Book 2 ‘The Rake’s Daughter’; and Book 3 ‘The Heiress’s D…
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"Some things you hear with your ears. Others, you hear with your heart." Crown of Midnight is the second book in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J Maas, and we stay with Celaena as she navigates going from Adarlans Assassin to the Kings Champion and finding where her allegiances lie. Jen and Ellie discuss how the world expands, the use of trope…
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Send us a text This episode looks at the infamous Judgment of Paris, which sounds like a French court decision, but was actually a beauty contest between Greek goddesses! Join Hera, Athene and Aphrodite for the lead-up to the Trojan War and all the chaos that followed. And we re-introduce the goddess Eris, a nasty purveyor of war and destruction. S…
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This conversation delves into Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'Letter from Birmingham Jail,' exploring its historical context, the necessity of direct action in the civil rights movement, the distinction between just and unjust laws, and the role of the church and white moderates in the struggle for justice. It emphasizes the urgency of action against…
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Join me for a very special episode of Ladies of Lore, featuring the incredibly talented cast of RPG Major, the improvised musical actual play podcast. Today we explore the Sirens, find out where they come from, hear their stories and learn about how they have changed through time to arrive in today's modern world. All while hearing some amazing imp…
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