Led by James Naughtie, a group of readers talk to acclaimed authors about their best-known novels
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If you can sense that you're destined for more and curious about how alcohol might be holding you back, then Present and Sober is the podcast for you! Join your hosts Sam and Ellie for a weekly dose of practical mind and body practices that will elevate your daily life and show you the wonder and potential of living life alcohol-free. Let's make life bigger, together!
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Welcome, my darling. Do you like scary stories? So do we. The Blood Crow Stories is an anthology horror audio drama podcast, telling a new tale of terror every season. Our first season highlights the story of the S.S. Utopia, a cruise ship in the early 1900's. Modern-day college student, Max, begins to do his thesis on the audio diaries of the passengers on the ship. What he doesn't expect are the horrors waiting for him among the tapes, and the true reason why the ship sank so mysteriously ...
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A real and whimsical look at what it means to be fully alive with all the joy and chaos and pressure and vulnerability and beauty. Take the ride along with unexpected guests and be inspired to fall in love with your own unique destiny and meaning.
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The best stand up comedy, sketches, songs and interviews from the biggest names at this yearβs Edinburgh Festival with your βamiable and hilariousβ host Richard Melvin.
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Building Leaders Radio Hour is a conversation-based podcast featuring interviews with everyday business leaders. Weβre here to entertain and empower those within and beyond the construction industry as we join together to share the stories of those who have built their own paths and paved the way for the future.
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There's nothing more queer than folk. Stories of crimes committed against, and committed by, LGBTQ+ people.
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Laugh at Death with Nicole Aniston and Edward Crowe
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1:04:42βIf people knew the truth they would cry at birth and laugh at deathβ¦ β In this episode Zachary, Edward and Nicole play the three blind mice investigating the elephant in the room. A little death, a little Shel Silverstein wisdom, a little reminder not to get trapped in your sensorial experience. Episode mixed, scored and arranged by Kevin Joseph Gβ¦
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Scott Joins Team Present & Sober (For Real!)
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30:32Join Sam & Ellie for a HUGE Present & Sober announcement! The clue's in the podcast title... Join the Waitlist for Live P&S! Suggest podcast topics Buy some Present and Sober merch πππ https://shop.presentandsober.com/ Don't forget to... Leave us a review π on your fave podcast player! Join the FB group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/presentandsβ¦
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Presented by James Naughtie, Bookclub speaks to the award-winning writer, historian, and podcaster, Tom Holland, about his book Rubicon, which looks at the triumph and tragedy of the Roman Republic. Originally published in 2003, the book won the PEN Hessell-Tiltman prize for non-fiction, and it unravels the myths and realities of ancient Rome as itβ¦
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Sober Friendships and Adventures Beyond Alcohol | With Meg Webb & Ali Burke
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49:3701/07/2025 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 187 Sober Friendships and Adventures Beyond Alcohol | With Meg Webb & Ali Burke Join Ellie, Ali, and Meg as they share stories of sober friendship, launching creative ventures, and proving life alcohol-free is full of connection, courage, and riotous fun! Vote for us! Here Check out Meg and Ali's podcastβ¦
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Her Intense Daydream of Me with Mary Antonia Wood, Ph.D.
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1:17:46An exploration of creativity, soul, purpose, madness, witch consciousness and a whole bunch of other depthy beeswax. Not for the faint of psyche! In this episode, Mary and Zach investigate: > The ambiguous definition of an artist. > The artistβs function. > The artistβs duty. > The purpose of the world. > The definition defying definition of soul. β¦
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Sober Festivals, Nightlife, and the Real Cost of Drinking
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38:3617/06/2025 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 186 Sober Festivals, Nightlife, and the Real Cost of Drinking Join Sam and Ellie as they dive into the realities of partying and festivals (then and now). Sharing sober adventures, honest laughs, hangover-free mornings, and fresh perspectives on fun, freedom, and connection. Vote for us! Here Explore joiβ¦
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How do you know when itβs time to give up? How much pain is too much? How many off days should you endure until you say, βyou know what? I think Iβm at the wrong party.β Mix x Score by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Featuring Taylor Cox Song: βKeep Callingβ by Zachary Murdock x RedButtonz Support the show Thank you for listening... Unlock bonus material & β¦
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Expat Life, Loss, and Letting Go of Wine | With Susan Hodgson
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54:0303/06/2025 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 185 Expat Life, Loss, and Letting Go of Wine | With Susan Hodgson Join Sam and Ellie as they chat with Susan Hodgson about living abroad, motherhood, grief, and overcoming alcohol. Discover how finding home within yourself can unlock real transformation, no matter where you are. Vote for us! Here Susan'sβ¦
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Led by presenter James Naughtie, the writer Joanne Harris takes questions from a BBC Bookclub audience on her best-selling novel, Chocolat. Published in 1999, the book follows the character of Vianne Rocher, a chocolate-maker and sometime witch, who arrives in the village of Lansquenet-sous-Tannes with her six-year-old daughter Anouk at the beginniβ¦
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20/05/2025 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 184 I Don't Feel Like I Belong Join Sam and Ellie as they explore the magic of true belonging, the power of community, and why authentic connection beats βfitting inβ every time. Explore joining us in Live Present & Sober (open this link in a web browser like Chrome so you can explore all the details) π β¦
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Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily, life is but a dream... Episode mixed, scored, and arranged by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Poetry by Zachary Murdock Field Photo art by Mike Lane Song: "Fantasia Cryogenic" https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/zacharymurdock1/everythings-dreaming Support the show Thank you for listening... Unlock bonus material & support β¦
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Letβs play a game of HORSE on the mini-hoop. Or better yet, HEARSE. Scrabble on the dark side of the sun? No, no. How about Hangman on cocktail napkins in lieu of an inflight movie on our way to over that way? Thumb twiddles and ink spillage, clean up on aisle 101. Mix x Score by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Song: βunh!β By Zachary Murdock x Red Buttonz β¦
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Fitness, Family, and Fearless Travel | With Kate Nichols
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43:1406/05/2025 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 183 Fitness, Family and Fearless Travel | With Kate Nichols Join Sam and Ellie as they chat with Kate Nichols about rediscovering adventure through travel, transforming fitness, and mending family bonds in sobriety. Kate's Links https://freedomaffect.com/ Join us in Live Present & Sober (open this link iβ¦
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Led by presenter James Naughtie, a BBC Bookclub audience in Glasgow speaks to the author Natalie Haynes about her 2019 novel - A Thousand Ships - which retells the ancient Greek myths from a woman's perspective. Penelope, Clytemnestra, Andromache and Cassandra among others, all make appearances, but their stories are given a new voice and a fresh eβ¦
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When Sobriety Changes Everything! Relationships, divorce, and new beginnings | With Allison Barber
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42:1722/04/2025 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 182 When Sobriety Changes Everything! Relationships, divorce, and new beginnings | With Allison Barber Join Sam and Ellie as they chat with Allison Barber about relationships, divorce, and rediscovering your true self in sobriety. Find Allison's links and website... www.theinsideoutfreedom.com Join us inβ¦
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Reverse Vertigo (Dessert for Dinner) with Mr. Blizzard and Mrs. Hardt
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27:20The title says it all... Mix x Score by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Featuring Mr. Blizzard and Mrs. Hardt Cover photo by Erick Madrid Song: βSweet Fangzβ by Zachary Murdock x RedButtonz x REI Support the show Thank you for listening... Unlock bonus material & support our show: patreon.com/Channelthesun & follow us on Instagram for magic creations: httpsβ¦
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This is where a description would be if I felt like writing a description. Mix x Score by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Featuring Taylor Cox Picture of Zachβs fatherβs eyeβ¦ Support the show Thank you for listening... Unlock bonus material & support our show: patreon.com/Channelthesun & follow us on Instagram for magic creations: https://www.instagram.com/β¦
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Navigating the World of Sober Dating | With RJ Zimmerman
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55:2908/04/2025 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 181 Navigating the World of Sober Dating | With RJ Zimmerman Join Sam, Ellie, and special guest RJ as they navigate the world of sober dating. Discover insightful tips, hilarious anecdotes, and the importance of finding genuine connections without alcohol. Find RJ's stuff... Website Join us in Live Preseβ¦
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This month BBC Radio 4's Bookclub, presented by James Naughtie, speaks to the writer Michel Faber about his debut novel, Under the Skin. Published in the year 2000 by Canongate it went on to be shortlisted for the Whitbread Award that same year. The book follows the female protagonist of Isserley who roves the A9 in the Scottish Highlands looking tβ¦
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Becoming One Self with Normandi Ellis
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1:25:47In this episode, Zachary and renowned author Normandi Ellis, explore the healing properties of poetry, following your destiny in chaotic times, and dare we say, the meaning of it all. Explore Normandi's work: https://normandiellis.com/ Mix x Score by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Cover photo by Erick Madrid Song: βThe Monster is Your Friendβ > https://souβ¦
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From 'Piss Artist' to Abstract Artist | With Lucy Sheffield
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47:0925/03/2025 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 180 From 'Piss Artist' to Abstract Artist | With Lucy Sheffield Join Sam and Ellie as they chat with artist Lucy Sheffield about liberating life from alcohol, embracing your inner creativity, and following the nudges to a beautiful present and sober life! Lucy's Links! Website Podcast Join us in Live Preβ¦
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Surprisingly Poetic Autopsy Reports with Xenia Viray
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1:22:22In this episode, Zachary and Xenia explore the whack-a-mole nature of healing, the claustrophobia of wearing bodies, the relentless onslaught of dust bunnies, and how to relax into your destiny during terrifying cosmic turbulence. Xenia also illuminates the often overlooked truth, that many, if not all of us, are one of a kind animals and that no mβ¦
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Say Lilith featuring Lisa Marchiano and Molly Mitchell-Hardt
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1:21:47In this episode Zachary, Lisa and Molly explore the mysterious identity of the Lilith archetype, how to kill time during an apocalypse, and the difference between dad jokes and mom jokes. And a bunch of other depthy things of course. Follow Lisa's journey: https://www.instagram.com/lisamarchiano/ Listen to her podcast, This Jungian Life: https://thβ¦
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11/03/2025 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 179 Somatics and Embodiment in Sobriety Join Sam and Ellie as they uncover the wonders of embodiment in sobriety, exploring the magic of being fully present in our bodies. Discover freedom from escapism and embrace life's beautiful messiness together. Explore joining us in Live Present & Sober (open thisβ¦
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Reminder to Die featuring Edward Crowe
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1:03:09Note to self: you are not obligated to be who you were yesterday. Voluntary rebirth is encouraged. Realize, when you open your eyes to a new day, this is an opportunity to step into your own greatness, to adopt a new perspective, to approach the world in a brand new way. Please remember to nurture your imagination, and when the hypnosis is overwhelβ¦
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This month, Bookclub, presented by James Naughtie, speaks to the author Christopher Brookmyre, as he takes questions from a live BBC audience about his debut novel, Quite Ugly One Morning. The book is a pacey crime thriller, not so much a 'whodunnit', as a 'whydunnit', and it introduces us to the wily, wise-cracking journalist Jack Parlabane - a chβ¦
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Love's Gravity featuring Soula Saad
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1:30:35In this episode, Soula and Zach discuss their undying irrational optimism, the healing properties of creativity, the misunderstood nature of the word "apocalypse," and how to find a country inside yourself when the material world is aflame. Follow Soula's journey: https://www.instagram.com/soula.saad/ Follow Soula's Feminitude Channel: https://www.β¦
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Koyaanisqatsi (A Lost Tape) featuring Dr. Sara Al Madini
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1:03:27A lost tape from the Hearse trunk, in this episode Dr. Sara and Zachary explore how to stay on your Path through materialistic illusions, holding things lightly in the name of reverence, eternity in time, and being yourself in a world that is constantly trying to change you into something else. Follow Dr. Sara Al Madiniβs journey: https://www.instaβ¦
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Matt Bobo, Partner at Ardd+Winter, returns for part 2 of his episode with us on Building Leaders Radio Hour. With an MBA from Auburn, Matt has been with Ardd and Winter since 2001. Matt is always challenging himself to improve. His goal is to help build a company that continues to provide for many generations, prioritizes long-term relationships, aβ¦
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From Cognitive Dissonance to Clarity | Joel's P&S Story
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52:5125/02/2025 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 178 From Cognitive Dissonance to Clarity | Joel's P&S Story This week on Present & Sober, Joel Starks shares his journey to sobriety. We discuss 'taming' the inner voice that can get in the way, finding empowerment in the changes we experience and the joy of living with more and more clarity. Explore joiβ¦
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Overdue Library Books (A Posthumous Conversation with Tom Robbins)
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22:48In this episode, we honor one of Zachβs greatest creative inspirations, the immortal Tom Robbins. Zach writes: βDear Tom, Before you left your body, I came close to you through a few different friends. I now possess an unedited proof of Jitterbug Perfume inscribed by you. I wanted to have you on the show and of course in essence I did. Since a teenβ¦
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Soul Yawn (What is Success?) featuring Scott Randell
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1:38:31In this episode, Zachary and Scott examine genius, destiny and responding to the call. From setting out as wide-eyed-puppies, to earning their scars in the rugged terrain of the music industry, Scott and Zach share their experiences of passion, hope, defeat and heartbreak, only to end back where they began, deeply rooted in their calling and connecβ¦
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Joining us for our next episode of Building Leaders Radio Hour is Matt Bobo, Partner at Ardd+Winter. With an MBA from Auburn, Matt has been with Ardd and Winter since 2001. Matt is always challenging himself to improve. His goal is to help build a company that continues to provide for many generations, prioritizes long-term relationships, and leaveβ¦
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11/02/2025 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 177 Finding Emotional Safety in Sobriety Join Sam and Ellie as they explore the concept of safety, tackle emotional resilience and the magic of feeling safe in your own skin on the sober journey. Explore joining us in Live Present & Sober (open this link in a web browser like Chrome so you can explore alβ¦
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Home Again, Home Again featuring Astrid Schmidt
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1:10:01In this episode, Zachary and Astrid explore owning your destiny, seeing everything as a universal nudge toward wholeness, and how whether we like it or not, weβre all going to Chicago. Home again, home again, jiggity jig! Astrid is a Certified Gestalt Therapist, trained at the Gestalt Center for Psychotherapy, and received her Master of Social Workβ¦
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This month, BBC Bookclub, presented by James Naughtie, speaks to the writer Sara Collins, as she takes questions from a live audience about her award-winning debut novel, The Confessions of Frannie Langton. Sara was the Costa Book Awards First Novel Winner in 2019. She has also adapted the book for television. Producer: Dom HowellEditor: Gillian Whβ¦
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Own Nothing featuring Rodney Norman
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1:14:08These wisdoms from our episode with Rodney crossed my mind in relation to everything going on in the world right now. Easier said than embodied and of course we fluctuate between fear and remembering. To die before we die. According to the ancients that is the goal. As the doors of perception are burned clean, please give me the strength to continuβ¦
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Exploring New Hobbies & Old Passions Sober
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31:2828/01/2025 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 176 Exploring New Hobbies & Old Passions Sober Today we're diving into the excitement and importance of trying out new things, and rediscovering old passions in our Present & Sober life! Join Sam & Ellie as they share personal stories and tips on how to reignite your sense of adventure and self-discoveryβ¦
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BLRH On the Road w/ Kathryn Schneider (Forvis Mazars)
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10:24Building Leaders Radio Hour HITS THE ROAD for the first time in history! Listen along as Neil and Mark interview a variety of guests attending the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) Southeastern Conference in Chatanooga, Tennessee. Our next episode of this mini-series features Neil and Mark sitting down with Kathryn Schneider (Forβ¦
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Year of the Snake featuring Jana Roemer
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1:18:49In this episode, Jana & I have a picnic with Buddha, exchange perspectives on the ineffableness of being & get as close to the flame as moths can fly without being completely consumed. It was a joy to explore the shedding of old paradigms & revel in the essence of ourselves & the world as they become more & more apparent. Long story short, my mood β¦
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Lay Down in the Fire (Pt. 2) with David Field
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46:22Wisdom only carries us so far. Cerebral processing can only digest x-amount of experience. The body must grieve. Dance. Rest. The more we let go the richer we are? Five days after the first episode with my father, post him losing his home in the LA fires, I felt called to return to the Hearse and connect with him from a place of tenderness, fear anβ¦
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14/01/2025 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 175 How to be Unf*ckwithable! Join Sam and Ellie as they explore becoming "unf*ckwithable," facing life's challenges head-on, and unveiling true inner strength. This isn't about grinding and bearing it, this is all about knowing what you have going for you - always! Explore joining us in Live Present & Sβ¦
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Building Leaders Radio Hour HITS THE ROAD for the first time in history! Listen along as Neil and Mark interview a variety of guests attending the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) Southeastern Conference in Chatanooga, Tennessee. Our next episode of this mini-series features Neil and Mark sitting down with Maggie Bates (Crowe). β¦
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Lay Down in the Fire featuring David Field
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40:26In this episode, Zach talks to his dad who just lost his home in the LA fires. As Hellen Keller said, βLife is either a daring adventure or nothing. Science may have found a cure for most evils; but it has found no remedy for the worst of them allβthe apathy of human beings. Security is mostly a superstition. It does not exist in nature, nor do theβ¦
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Presented by James Naughtie, BBC Bookclub speaks to the writer Richard Osman about his crime-fiction novel The Thursday Murder Club, which sold millions of copies, and has been made into a film.By BBC Radio 4
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The Pink Compass Your Mother Broke But We Can Still Read It - HERE I LIE
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13:08SUMMONING YOURSELF. SUDDENLY THIS TECHNIQUE SEEMS INCREDIBLY PRESSING TO RELAY. YOU DO NOT PRESS PLAY ON YOUR BELLY BUTTON AND EXPECT TO SIMPLY BE ON, NOW DO YOU? NO, COAXING THE YOU OUT OF THE WHO YOU THINK YOU ARE IS A MUCH MORE HOCUS POCUSY ORDEAL. THINK KINDERGARTEN ARTS & CRAFTS MEETS 1920βS NEW ORLEANS VOODOO. WHO DAT WHO SAY WHO DAT WHEN I Sβ¦
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31/12/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 174 A Present and Sober New Year! Join Sam and Ellie for a dynamic discussion on embracing the present, debunking New Year's resolutions, and finding joy in everyday moments. Now you can buy some Present and Sober merch πππ https://shop.presentandsober.com/ Don't forget to... Leave us a review π on your β¦
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poetry from an upcoming book by Zachary Murdock written & performed by Zachary Murdock x music by Kevin Joseph x mixed by RedButtonz Support the show Thank you for listening... Unlock bonus material & support our show: patreon.com/Channelthesun & follow us on Instagram for magic creations: https://www.instagram.com/channelthesun/β¦
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Our 7 Top Tips for a Present & Sober Christmas
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45:3417/12/2024 Present and Sober Podcast Episode 173 Our 7 Top Tips for a Present & Sober Christmas Join Ellie and Sam as they share top tips for a joyful, sober Christmas, discussing self-care, flexible planning, and the magic of sacred silliness. Make this Christmas your best one yet! β€οΈ Now you can buy some Present and Sober merch πππ https://shop.pβ¦
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25 Years of Paving the Way (Meredith Leapley) - Part 2
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36:09Meredith Leapley, CEO & Founder of Leapley Construction, returns for part 2 of her recording on Season 4 of the Building Leaders Radio Hour. Recognized as a Most Admired CEO by the Atlanta Business Chronicle, an Outstanding Woman in Construction by Construction Business Owner Magazine, and one of Atlantaβs βTop 500β leaders by Atlanta Magazine, Merβ¦
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