Best Classics With Champagne Podcasts (2025)

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The Man who Solved Kindness 37:42

18h ago37:42

37:42

George Price is on a mission to prove that human kindness is real. He's seen the latest research suggesting any altruism is ultimately selfish and finds it deeply depressing. George decides to learn the mathematics he needs to prove that research wrong, and throws his career, and life, into the quest for complete kindness. See omnystudio.com/listen…

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294. Why Women Still Don’t Know They’re at Risk for HIV, part 3 29:36

4d ago29:36

29:36

In the final episode of our Webby-nominated series Before Legal Weed: The Untold Story of AIDS & Cannabis, host Ellen Scanlon explores why so many women—especially Black women—are still left out of conversations about HIV risk, testing, and care. You’ll hear from public health expert Natalie Wilson and pioneering AIDS doctor Donald Abrams about: Ho…

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The Shark That Ate Hollywood: Jaws at 50 38:40

8d ago38:40

38:40

Steven Spielberg thought his career was finished. He was behind schedule, his actors were fighting, the crew were mutinous and worst of all, his shark was broken. It looked like Jaws was destined for failure, but the movie that came out defined the Hollywood blockbuster. In this special episode celebrating 50 years of Jaws, we take lessons from the…

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293. AIDS, Cannabis & Courage: The Doctor On A Mission, part 2 27:36

11d ago27:36

27:36

Dr. Donald Abrams was a young gay doctor on the front lines of San Francisco’s AIDS crisis in the 1980s. He watched as his partner and many of his close friends died from a disease no one understood. Yet instead of giving up, he fought to bring relief to patients through medical cannabis. In part two of our Webby Award nominated three-part series, …

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Le Mans 55: The Deadliest Race 39:35

15d ago39:35

39:35

The annual Le Mans 24 Hour race brings in hundreds of thousands of spectators to watch the giants of motor racing put their endurance to the ultimate test. Every year, technology improves and the cars get a little faster. In 1955, that push for ultimate speed results in a catastrophe that changes the sport forever. For a full list of sources, see t…

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Avoid getting ill on a plane - choose window or aisle seat? | 10 of the best quiz questions! 9:12

17d ago9:12

9:12

Dwarfs! | Dolphins! | Marbles! Life-changing trivia - hear ten talking points and thrilling trivia to test your team at work or family around the dinner table! Protect your brain by using it - Memorise these epic facts! Learn about how we feel after a few drinks by comparing ourselves to dwarves; large cats and who wrote the Mr Men and Little Miss …

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292. Sticky Fingers Brownies: Women, Weed, and the Birth of Medical Cannabis, part 1 34:51

18d ago34:51

34:51

Before weed was legal in any U.S. state, it was medicine passed hand-to-hand—often in the form of a brownie. In part one of our Webby-nominated series Before Legal Weed, host Ellen Scanlon brings you the untold story of how San Francisco’s gay community turned to cannabis during the darkest days of the AIDS crisis—and how a woman-run cannabis opera…

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The Nazis, the Bomb, and the Woman that Science Forgot 40:35

22d ago40:35

40:35

Lise Meitner has fought for her entire life to be seen as a scientist, slowly building a career as a nuclear physicist in Berlin. When Adolf Hitler rises to power, the small gains she's made are snatched away. As a Jewish woman, Lise has a critical decision to make: is her passion for science worth her life? An earlier version of this podcast mista…

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291. The Untold Story That Made Legal Weed Possible 2:47

25d ago2:47

2:47

Before any U.S. state legalized cannabis—before it was even officially called medicine—people in San Francisco were baking it into brownies and delivering it in secret to those dying of AIDS. This Pride Month, host Ellen Scanlon shares Before Legal Weed: The Untold Story of AIDS & Cannabis, a powerful, Webby-nominated, three-part series about the p…

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Give Politicians a Raise, Smuggle Smartphones into School, and go Full Donk! Cautionary Questions with Risky Business 43:54

29d ago43:54

43:54

Can game theory be used to win a world cup? Can you pay the way out of political corruption? And are there winning strategies in life we don't use because we're too embarrassed? Tim teams up with Nate Silver and Maria Konnikova, poker connoisseurs and the hosts of podcast Risky Business to answer your questions, tackling everything from sports, to …

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290. Why More Women Are Choosing Cannabis—and What It Means for What’s Next 22:19

1M ago22:19

22:19

For the first time ever, data shows that more women are choosing cannabis than men—and they’re doing it for reasons that go way beyond getting high. In this episode, host Ellen Scanlon talks with innovation expert Nicole Brown about what’s really driving this shift: from the rise of low-dose products to the evolution of legal markets like New York.…

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Roosevelt and the Renegade (Panama Disaster 2) 40:33

1M ago40:33

40:33

Sixteen years have passed since Ferdinand De Lesseps' catastrophic failure in Panama and the dramatic collapse of the French Panama Canal company. Now, President Theodore Roosevelt has picked up the task. “No single great material work,” Roosevelt tells Congress, “is of such consequence to the American people.” The Americans have their work cut out…

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289. The Summer Edit: My Favorite Cannabis Products Right Now 20:27

1M ago20:27

20:27

Memorial Day is almost here, and we’re ready for summer. Are you? In this episode, host Ellen Scanlon is joined by innovation expert Nicole Brown to dish on their favorite low-dose THC drinks, CBD + CBG gummies, and calming cannabis picks to help you unwind, sleep better, and feel your best. Whether you're swapping wine for weed or just want a litt…

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The Great Frenchman's Folly (Panama Disaster 1) 39:08

1M ago39:08

39:08

Ferdinand De Lesseps, "the Great Frenchman", is convinced that he is the man to build the Panama Canal. No, he isn't an engineer and, no, he's never actually been to Panama before. But he managed to dig the Suez Canal, and everyone said that would be impossible too. How hard can it be? For a full list of sources, see the show notes at timharford.co…

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10 of the best Pub Quiz Questions! Woolly Mammoths vs Stonehenge, Engagement Rings and Cryptic Clothing... 8:44

1M ago8:44

8:44

High Cities | CGI characters | Rubbish Recorders! Recorder song link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nF7lv1gfP1Q Become the smartest person in the room - for ten minutes! Protect your brain by using it. Memorise these epic facts! You can learn about woolly mammoths and whether they lasted long enough to see Stonehenge being built. We talk about di…

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288. What It Really Takes to Lead: Hagan Kappler on Career, Courage & Doing the Hard Things 31:37

2M ago31:37

31:37

This Mother’s Day week, we’re spotlighting a woman who’s not just building a company—she’s building a better way to live with technology. Ellen Scanlon talks with her friend and business school classmate Hagan Kappler, the founder and CEO of Daisy, a smart home tech company that helps families simplify the chaos of connected living. Hagan is also a…

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Lab Leak: Could Smallpox Come Back? 37:53

2M ago37:53

37:53

In 1978 the world is on the brink of declaring victory over smallpox. No cases have been seen for months, and it looks like the end for a deadly, painful disease. When a photographer in Birmingham begins to feel ill, doctors are mystified: it looks like smallpox, but how could she have caught it? As they try to contain the outbreak, questions about…

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287. From Tagging Sea Turtles to Cannabis Biotech: The Bold Path of CEO Caitlyn Krebs 21:18

2M ago21:18

21:18

What do sea turtles, science, and cannabis have in common? In this episode, Ellen Scanlon talks with Caitlyn Krebs, the CEO and co-founder of Nalu Bio, a San Francisco-based biotech company unlocking the therapeutic potential of cannabinoids. With Mother’s Day around the corner, this conversation offers a timely look at what it takes to lead a high…

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"Dangerously Near to Absolute Perfection" 38:37

2M ago38:37

38:37

In 1900, two friends in the flourishing Arts and Crafts Movement in London share a vision: to print the ultimate edition of the Bible. Together they create The Doves Press, and its unique font, Doves. But in their quest to make something beautiful, the friends spiral towards an act of incredible ugliness. For a full list of sources, see the show no…

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286. How the Endocannabinoid System Could Transform Women’s Health 17:28

2M ago17:28

17:28

The endocannabinoid system could be the next frontier in women’s health, and the future is closer than you think. In this episode, I talk with Caitlyn Krebs, CEO and co-founder of Nalu Bio, a biotech company using cutting-edge science to develop cannabinoid-based therapies that target stress, sleep, pain, and inflammation. If you're tired of trial-…

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Buried by the Wall Street Crash (Classic) 35:59

2M ago35:59

35:59

Cautionary Tales returns with a new episode on May 2nd. Both of the world’s greatest economists, Irving Fisher and John Maynard Keynes, thought they could see into the future and make a killing on the stock market - and then both were wiped out by the Wall Street Crash. One died a pauper, the other millionaire. What does it take to bounce back from…

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285. From Pain to Progress: Ellen’s Endometriosis Story 29:21

2M ago29:21

29:21

One in ten women have endometriosis, yet most aren’t diagnosed until they’re struggling to get pregnant or can no longer live with the pain. In this episode, Ellen Scanlon shares her personal story of navigating pain, infertility, and finally a diagnosis of endometriosis with biotech entrepreneur Caitlyn Krebs, CEO of Nalu Bio. They talk about this…

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Presenting: You Must Remember This - Alfred Hitchcock 1:06:13

2M ago1:06:13

1:06:13

Here's a special episode from our friends at You Must Remember This. Hitchcock’s most iconic decade— a decade of Technicolor grandeur and peril inflicted on famous blondes—came to an end in 1964 with Marnie, a critical and box office flop which wounded Hitchcock’s ego and left him unsure how to move forward in a changing world. His four final films…

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Classics with Champagne & Caviar Season 2 Trailer 0:36

2M ago0:36

0:36

Francesca and CoCo are back for Season 2! We are back with a new, fabulous and exciting season of Classic Films beginning in May! So pop open a bottle of your best Champagne and buckle your seatbelts, it's going to be a bumpy night! www.classicswithchampagneandcaviar.comBy Classics with Champagne & Caviar

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284. Beyond the Stereotypes: How Women Are Changing the Meaning of 420 18:51

2M ago18:51

18:51

420 isn’t just a party, it’s a chance to reflect, connect, and celebrate cannabis legalization and its evolution in our culture. In this episode, Ellen Scanlon talks with women who share what 420 means to them today. Whether it’s honoring the plant, remembering the people who paved the way, or creating new traditions with friends (and sometimes pet…

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“I love being the person who doesn’t know anything” - Why Steven Levitt has swapped academia for podcasting 39:39

3M ago39:39

39:39

20 years ago, a book called Freakonomics became an instant bestseller and worldwide sensation. Tim Harford got his hands on the first copy that Steve Levitt ever signed... and promptly sold it on eBay. In this Cautionary Conversation, the pair are reunited to discuss the Freakonomics phenomenon, why Levitt left the hostile world of academia, and ho…

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283. Why Women Are Choosing Weed Over Advil 24:46

3M ago24:46

24:46

Pain relief without the harsh side effects? In this episode, Ellen and innovation & strategy expert Nicole Brown explore how cannabis is helping people manage everything from menstrual cramps to hangovers to post-surgery recovery. They share personal stories, clarify misconceptions, and explain how cannabis can be a safer alternative to traditional…

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The Old Man and the Wrecking Crew 38:00

3M ago38:00

38:00

When Britain entered its first Covid-19 lockdown in March 2020, many found comfort in evoking the British wartime spirit. A timely hero emerged - Captain Tom Moore, a WWII veteran who walked up and down his garden to raise money for frontline nurses. But when the fundraising switched to a new charity, did anyone think to check where was the money w…

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At what age are you half the height you'll be as an adult? | 10 of the best Quiz Questions! 10:20

3M ago10:20

10:20

80 Years of Films! | April Fools Headlines! | Stars! Improve your brain power with these quiz questions! Become the most interesting person in the room - for ten minutes! We'll be back with more trivia goodness soon - with an exciting project on the horizon! --- Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut. Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract …

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Bonus Episode: Can You Be Sober and Still Choose Cannabis? Ellen’s Conversation on Recovery Rocks Podcast 49:02

3M ago49:02

49:02

In this bonus episode, we’re sharing Ellen’s guest appearance on Recovery Rocks, a podcast hosted by recovery advocates Lisa Smith and Tawny Lara. Tawny reached out after How to Do the Pot helped her explore cannabis as part of her recovery journey, and Ellen was honored to join them for this thoughtful conversation. In this episode, we talk about:…

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Houdini: The Phone Call from the Coffin (Part 3) 40:54

3M ago40:54

40:54

Fearing for his life, Harry Houdini leaves secret codes with his loved ones, promising to use them in any post-mortem messaging. In 1926, Houdini's death shocks the world, but the news that follows is even more astounding. A report of the impossible: contact has been made. For a full list of sources, see the show notes at timharford.com. Get ad-fre…

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282. The Low-Dose Revolution: Rethinking What It Means to Get High with Nicole Brown 35:47

3M ago35:47

35:47

Have you ever wondered what being high actually feels like, especially with low-dose cannabis? In this episode, Ellen and innovation & strategy expert Nicole Brown break down the future of socializing with cannabis, alcohol, and non-alcoholic drinks. If you’ve ever wished for a more predictable, enjoyable, and easy-to-access cannabis experience, th…

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281. Menopause, Sex & Cannabis: How to Feel Good in Your Body Again, part 4 28:57

3M ago28:57

28:57

Struggling with low libido, painful sex, or feeling disconnected from your body? You’re not alone, and menopause can bring big changes to your sex life. In part 4 of our series, we talk about ways to bring back pleasure and intimacy. Dr. Lauren Streicher and other experts break down how menopause affects libido, arousal, and pain—and how cannabis c…

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Houdini's Detective and her 1500 Dead Husbands (Part 2) 41:49

3M ago41:49

41:49

Harry Houdini finds an ally in his fight against spiritualism, a brilliant detective called Rose Mackenberg, who'll do whatever it takes to expose a fake. Together, the two head to Washington to try and get lawmakers to criminalise mediums. The hearing that follows will be violent, sensational and leave Houdini fearing for his life. This is the sec…

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Houdini: A Message from the Spirits (Part 1) 43:00

4M ago43:00

43:00

Harry Houdini is remembered today for his legendary escapes and illusions, but he also had a lifelong obsession with the paranormal. After dabbling in fake seances himself, Houdini made it his mission to uncover frauds and expose mediums. This would put him on a collision course with his spiritualist friend, Arthur Conan Doyle, and leave him fearin…

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280. Hot Flashes, Weight Gain, and Sleepless Nights—Why Cannabis Might Be the Answer, part 3 24:27

4M ago24:27

24:27

Struggling with sleep in perimenopause or menopause? Hot flashes, joint pain, and stress can make falling—and staying—asleep feel impossible. Did you know cannabis may help? In part 3 of our series, menopause expert Dr. Lauren Streicher explains how THC and CBD can reduce night sweats, ease inflammation, and improve sleep quality—without next-day g…

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Would You Trust a Gangster Nanny? - Cautionary Questions with Rachel Botsman 41:04

4M ago41:04

41:04

Do we trust our fitness trackers too much? How do fraudsters gain our faith? Why do people trust podcasters? And would you trust a drug dealing nanny with a tambourine? Tim Harford is joined by trust expert Rachel Botsman to answer your questions. Rachel lectures in trust at Oxford University and her new audiobook How To Trust and Be Trusted is ava…

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New Episode! Pineapples, Bluey, Breaking Bad and Countries That Drive On The Left... 8:24

4M ago8:24

8:24

Art! Dry Ice! Football Stadia! Can you live without these ten incredible quiz facts? Yes! But your life will be more interesting if you know them.. Enjoy! --- Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut. Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract Source: abstractsource.co.uk Design by Ben at Ich Bin Ben: ichbinben.com Quiz Coconut UK: www.quizcoconu…

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279. The Power of Scent: How Perfume, Memory & Mood Are Connected with Christina Loff 23:04

4M ago23:04

23:04

Did you know your sense of smell is the most connected to memory, but the least understood sense? Or that a great fragrance can actually boost your mood? In today’s episode, writer Christina Loff, creator of The Dry Down Diaries on Substack, joins us to talk about how to find a perfume you actually love, why teenage boys are leading a fragrance ren…

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Lights, Camera, Tax Break 39:25

4M ago39:25

39:25

When Ernest Borgnine gets his big break in Hollywood, he can hardly believe his luck. But soon he discovers his supposed star vehicle, Marty, is not the dream gig he thought it was. In this episode of Cautionary Tales, recorded live at the Bristol Festival of Economics, Tim Harford examines what happens when the murky world of tax avoidance collide…

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278. The Menopause Knowledge Gap: Why Your Doctor Doesn’t Talk About It, part 2 29:18

4M ago29:18

29:18

Why don’t more women talk about menopause—especially with their doctors? In part 2 of our 4-part series, journalist Megan Margulies shares insights from a Harvard study on cannabis and menopause, revealing why many women are turning to THC for relief. We also hear from menopause expert Dr. Lauren Streicher about why doctors are still undertrained i…

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The Nursery Rhyme That Ruined a Rock Band 38:17

4M ago38:17

38:17

"Down Under" was huge. This jokey ode to legendary Australian wanderlust helped Men at Work win a Grammy and was a key part of the band's creative legacy. By 2007, it had been earning Men At Work a steady stream of royalties for nearly 30 years. That was when a quiz show pointed out the song's subtle connection with an Australian nursery rhyme... T…

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The Widow Who Disrupted Champagne (with Ben Walter) 20:58

4M ago20:58

20:58

Tim Harford is joined by Ben Walter, CEO of Chase for Business and the host of "The Unshakeables" podcast, to explore the story of the trailblazing Widow Clicquot. Her namesake brand Veuve Clicquot revolutionized the champagne industry in the 19th century. Tim and Ben look at how she defied expectations and built one of the most iconic businesses i…

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277. What Every Woman Needs to Know About Menopause, part 1 26:59

4M ago26:59

26:59

What if menopause wasn’t something to dread—but a time of possibility? In part one of our 4-part series, we’re breaking the silence around menopause, tackling the 30+ symptoms that can start as early as your 30s, and sharing how cannabis is helping women manage sleep, sex, mood, and more. You’ll hear from menopause expert Dr. Lauren Streicher and r…

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Bonus Episode: Ryan & Jamie - Did She Say Yes?! 3:46

4M ago3:46

3:46

I have a quick chat with Ryan and Jamie... Ryan came on the Quiz Pod back in the summer and proposed to Jamie live on air! A podcast first! Did she think she'd ever get proposed to on a podcast? Let's find out what she said... --- Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut. Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract Source: abstractsource.co.uk Des…

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The Thrill and the Drop: A First Date Rollercoaster 39:05

4M ago39:05

39:05

Leah Washington and her new boyfriend Joe Pugh are on their first day out together. They're at Alton Towers theme park, where they've chosen to ride the "Smiler" rollercoaster: a terrifying tangle of track that loops and swoops through a world-record 14 inversions. Leah and Joe are seated right at the front of the train and, as they reach the highe…

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276. Why Didn’t Anyone Tell Me About Perimenopause? 4:35

5M ago4:35

4:35

If you’re in your late 30s or 40s and noticing changes in sleep, mood, or sex drive, you’re not alone. Perimenopause can start earlier than you think, with over 30 possible symptoms. In our 4-part special series, we’ll dig into menopause and perimenopause to uncover what’s happening in your body, what helps—from hormone therapy to natural remedies—…

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Dr. Brinkley's Miracle Cure For Impotence (with Betwixt The Sheets) 38:25

5M ago38:25

38:25

Cautionary Conversation: In the 1920s, a conman convinced America that goat testicles were the secret to male virility. Tim Harford and Dr Kate Lister (Betwixt the Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society) dive into the bizarre and grisly tale of "Doctor" John Brinkley. This snake oil salesman mobilised the power of radio marketing to build an…

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New Episode! Reality TV, Shakespeare and 80s Pop Groups! | General Knowledge Questions & Answers 8:32

5M ago8:32

8:32

We're Back! Denmark! Football! Wizard of Oz! --- Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut. Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract Source: abstractsource.co.uk Design by Ben at Ich Bin Ben: ichbinben.com Quiz Coconut UK: www.quizcoconut.co.uk Canada: www.quizcoconut.ca Worldwide: www.quizcoconut.com Visit quizcoconut.com/podcast to send in you…

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275. Love & Movies: A Valentine’s Day Celebration + Ultimate Date Night Giveaway 8:35

5M ago8:35

8:35

This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating love and movies! Inspired by podcaster Gretchen Rubin, Ellen kicks off her 2025 movie-watching challenge and introduces You, Me & Her—an independent film about relationships, marriage, and complicated connections. Plus, don’t miss your chance to win the Ultimate Date Night Giveaway with over $500 in luxurious…

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