Best Robert Ham Podcasts (2025)

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Premier League 2024/25 End of Season Awards: Player, Young Star, Manager, Team Of The Season & More! - E26 53:10

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Send us a text This week on The Back Stick Podcast, we bring you the ultimate breakdown of the 2024/25 Premier League season with our End of Season Awards! 🏆 We dive into: Our Player of the Season picks Rising talents in the Young Player of the Season The best signings that transformed teams like Bournemouth and more Our Most Improved Player awards…

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Can Kolaches Be Bigger Than Texas? 30:19

1d ago30:19

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In parts of Texas, a kolache is about as common as a donut — but it’s relatively unknown outside the Lone Star State. The kolache is a traditional Czech pastry made with a sweetened, yeasty dough and filled with either fruit, cheese or sausage. It got a foothold in Texas after a wave of Czech immigrants came to the state more than a century ago. Th…

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The Great Ham Radio Slumber Party: 24 Hours of POTA Madness 1:18:06

1d ago1:18:06

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What happens when three passionate ham radio operators decide to make history with the first-ever 24-hour Parks On The Air activation? The Live Free and Ham crew unveils their ambitious plans for a September 2025 event at Greenfield State Park that promises to combine radio operation, camping, community building, and possibly even fundraising for h…

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Ep 296: Self Esteem (Live in London) 1:07:32

1d ago1:07:32

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It’s b-b-b-b-bonus time, with a live episode from our London Palladium run, with very special guest, pop royalty Self Esteem – aka Rebecca Lucy Taylor. (Plus a cameo appearance from Corbarian, Kelly.) Self Esteem’s new album ‘A Complicated Woman’ is out now. Buy and listen to it here. Self Esteem is out tour from September. For dates and tickets vi…

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It Says Here - Episode 025 w/ the co-curators of the exhibit Cobain Unplugged 26:00

4d ago26:00

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A short and sweet episode to close out May. Robert Ham is joined by rock writer Alan Di Perna and Gabriele Rossi Rognoni to discuss the exhibit they co-curated Kurt Cobain Unplugged, which celebrates the performance that Nirvana recorded for MTV Unplugged in 1993.By Robert Ham

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“The World Eats Here:” Stories From The Queens Night Market (Reheat) 32:17

4d ago32:17

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This was supposed to be the Queens Night Market’s big summer... When the open-air market debuted in 2015, the crowds were massive. Founder John Wang selected food vendors who represented more than 90 countries. And he had one rule for them: no item could cost more than $5. That way the market would be accessible to nearly everyone, and big business…

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Ask us Anything! - Live Stream 2:36:30

5d ago2:36:30

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Join the Live Free and Ham crew for their first-ever no-holds-barred Ask Me Anything session that takes unexpected turns while delivering genuine ham radio insights. From the sublime to the ridiculous, nothing is off-limits as the guys field questions from their live audience. The conversation kicks off with Paul sharing breathtaking stories from h…

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Episode 191: The Mysterious Lori Erica Ruff 59:24

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This week's episode is the story of Lori Erica Ruff, who took her own life in 2010. She was found with a self-inflicted gunshot wound in her car, parked on her estranged in-laws' driveway. Erratic behaviour following the separation from her husband is only the beginning as the true nature of Lori is slowly uncovered. So who was she really? ______ A…

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S5 Ep 2: “The Only Time You Fail is When You Stop Trying" -Guest Neurosurgeon & Author Dr. Sheri Dewan 58:14

6d ago58:14

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There is a Chinese proverb- "The temptation to quit will be greatest just before you are about to succeed." We never know what we are on the cusp of until we finish the journey. And, while failing teaches us many things, we don't have to be scared of failing. We should only be scared of walking away. In today's episode, our 50th episode of The Game…

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Ep 295: George Egg 1:16:49

7d ago1:16:49

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Comedian, chef and the Snack Hacker himself, George Egg, joins us in the Dream Restaurant this week. And James has an announcement. George Egg’s book, ‘The Snack Hacker: Rule-Breaking Recipes for Cooks and Non-Cooks’, is published on 5th June by Blink Publishing. Pre-order it here. Follow George on Instagram @georgeegg And watch The Snack Hacker vi…

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Mitch Osmond - NAIA To The MLS, & Leading Forward Madison To USL Glory - E25 1:00:36

7d ago1:00:36

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Send us a text This week on The Back Stick Podcast, Dom and Jamil welcome Forward Madison FC captain Mitch Osmond to the studio for a truly inspiring episode. We delve into Mitch's footballing journey—from growing up in Australia and playing for historic club Sydney United, to his transition into the U.S. college system, fatherhood, and his incredi…

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Sebastian Maniscalco’s First Stage Was At The Dinner Table 33:35

8d ago33:35

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Sebastian Maniscalco is one of the top-grossing comedians in America, beloved for his stories about the food-obsessed family he grew up in, and his constant irritation at just about everyone around him. And in 2021, he parlayed his love of food into a new Food Network show, Well Done. Sebastian talks with Dan about what it’s like going from a worki…

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Queens of the Mountain 2:05:05

8d ago2:05:05

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Ever wondered what happens when passionate female ham radio operators take to mountain peaks? This episode takes you on an unforgettable journey into the world of Summits on the Air (SOTA) with two extraordinary guests - Amy AG7GP and Paula K9IR, founders of the "Queens of the Mountain" event. Amy shares her transformation from a novice carrying 25…

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It Says Here - Episode 024 w/ Peter Baumann (Tangerine Dream) and Robert Forster (The Go-Betweens) 1:09:08

11d ago1:09:08

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This week, host Robert Ham speaks to Peter Baumann, a former member of Tangerine Dream who recently released a new solo album called Nightfall, and Robert Forster, co-founder of The Go-Betweens, about his ninth solo effort Strawberries.By Robert Ham

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New Jersey's Pork Roll-Taylor Ham Wars (Reheat) 25:24

11d ago25:24

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A 150-year-old blood feud over processed meat... When the New Jersey State Legislature tried to designate an Official State Sandwich, a fight broke out. Should it be pork roll, egg, and cheese — or Taylor ham, egg, and cheese? Thing is, pork roll and Taylor ham are the same food. New Jerseyans just can't agree on what to call it. And this debate ha…

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Ep 294: Carey Mulligan 1:11:20

14d ago1:11:20

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Three-time Oscar nominee Carey Mulligan – star of Tim Key and Tom Basden’s ‘The Ballad of Wallis Island’ – is this week’s dream guest. But can James name those nominated roles? Carey Mulligan stars in ‘The Ballad of Wallis Island’ which is in cinemas from 30 May. Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster. Produced, recorded…

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John Pulskamp - Sporting KC’s No.1 on Zlatan, Premier League Trials & MLS Life - E24 1:15:49

14d ago1:15:49

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Send us a text This week on The Back Stick Podcast, Jamil Roberts and Dom Okus welcome Sporting Kansas City’s starting goalkeeper, John Pulskamp, for a deep dive into his remarkable journey from LA Galaxy’s academy to becoming the No.1 at SKC. We discuss what it takes to be a top MLS goalkeeper, learning from club legend Tim Melia, and adapting to …

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How the Jalapeño Lost Its Heat 32:49

15d ago32:49

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Food critic Brian Reinhart fell in love with spicy Mexican cuisine as a teenager in Texas, but over the years he started to notice that the jalapeños he’d buy in the grocery store were less and less hot. So he called up an expert who studies chili pepper genetics, and she shared a shocking revelation. In this episode from our friends at the Slate p…

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Wings Unfurled: The Making of a Parachute Jesus 1:59:52

15d ago1:59:52

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What happens when a ham radio enthusiast decides to leap from 14,000 feet? Our own Paul (N1OG "The Grouch") takes us on an extraordinary journey from New Hampshire to the skies above Illinois in pursuit of his skydiving A license. The adventure begins with Paul's meticulous planning and a cross-country road trip towing his 30-foot camper through re…

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What Makes Some Seltzers Sparkle? (Reheat) 34:05

18d ago34:05

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How to judge seltzers, plus the science of carbonation... Over the past decade, seltzer has exploded. Sales have doubled, and companies like Coke and Pepsi are buying up brands and creating their own sparkling waters. So in a crowded field, with a drink that doesn't have much flavor to begin with, how do you tell which one is best? We talk with the…

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Episode 190: The Fate of the Flower Doctor 43:47

19d ago43:47

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This week's episode is the story of Charles Budd Robinson - a botanist from Canada who went missing while on an expedition to an Indonesian island in December 1913 never to be seen again... So what happened? Does the answer lie in Kew Gardens? And would he have survived if he'd packed his phrase book? ______ An exclusive extended, ad-free version o…

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Ep 293: Stacey Dooley 1:04:30

21d ago1:04:30

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Presenter, author and actor Stacey Dooley has a booking this week, and she’s expecting fuss, fuss, fuss. Stacey Dooley’s new book ‘Dear Minnie’ published by BBC Books. Buy it here. Stacey is also starring in the touring production of ‘2:22: A Ghost Story’. For dates and tickets go to 222aghoststory.com Follow Stacey on Instagram @sjdooley Off Menu …

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The Story So Far - Champions League Debuts, Locker Room Banter, USL Journeys & Premier League Dreams | The Back Stick Best Bits - E23 1:07:33

21d ago1:07:33

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Send us a text This week on The Back Stick Podcast, we’re hitting pause on the usual format to bring you a jam-packed Best Bits Episode featuring some of the most unmissable moments so far. From Kazaiah Sterling's Champions League debut at Tottenham, to Pedro Dolabella reflecting on life at Union Omaha, to Jaylin Lindsey facing off against Leo Mess…

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How Much Should You Tip For One Muffin? 45:40

22d ago45:40

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Are the vibes at a restaurant more important than the food? Would you rip a bagel and drag a piece through cream cheese, instead of slicing and spreading? Do you tip less when you get bad service? We get into these questions and a lot more in this edition of The Salad Spinner, our rapid fire roundtable discussion of food news and trends, live at Si…

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Booth Babes and Radio Waves: Our NEARFest Adventure 1:10:03

22d ago1:10:03

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Grab your radio gear and join us as we dive into Ham Fest season! This episode captures our fresh, unfiltered thoughts about Near Fest and the broader landscape of amateur radio gatherings in New England. After attending the spring Near Fest event, we share a candid assessment of what worked, what didn't, and what could transform these events for t…

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It Says Here - Episode 023 w/ Amanda Ekery & Swamp Dogg 54:40

25d ago54:40

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This week, Robert Ham is joined by singer-songwriter Amanda Ekery whose new album Arabe is being released today, and the people behind the wild new documentary Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted (including Swamp Dogg himself!) have a freewheeling conversation about the film and so much more.By Robert Ham

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Nigella Lawson Orders Food Like A Method Actor (Reheat) 31:04

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Nigella Lawson is a domestic goddess of the highest order. She strikes the perfect balance between aspiration — a beautiful garden, perfect lighting — and accessibility — sheet pan dinners and a disdain for pretentiousness. Nigella reveals how her own cooking show persona comes from her discomfort in social situations, and shares the two condiments…

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Episode 189: Does the Pope Have a Time Machine? 45:44

26d ago45:44

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Coinciding with the papal conclave of 2025 as cardinals reverently decide who will be the new Pope, we dive into a pervading mystery that the Vatican once had (and possibly still has) its hands on a working time machine... A story which takes in Nobel Prize winners and Nazi scientists, let's find out the answer to the question 'does the Pope have a…

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S5 Ep 1: “The Two C's in Neuro-Oncology Care-Compassion and Creativity” -Guests Dr. Sengupta and Dr. Higgins 53:27

27d ago53:27

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Compassion and creativity are vitally important these days in cancer care. The old rule of thumb, especially in brain cancer, of standard of care just isn't enough anymore. Patients and families need a voice, and need to know that they are heard when asking questions about clinical trials, supplements, holistic options, and cross-collaboration acro…

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Ep 292: Dermot O'Leary 1:06:45

28d ago1:06:45

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World’s Greatest Hugger, Dermot O'Leary, joins us in the Dream Restaurant this week and reveals Nicole Scherzinger’s after-dinner tipple. Dermot O'Leary hosts ‘Silence is Golden’ which starts Monday 5th May on U&Dave and airs weekly. All episodes are available to stream free on U from Monday 5th May. Follow Dermot on Instagram @dermotoleary Off Men…

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5 Questions with Dr. Richard Burwick 11:47

29d ago11:47

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5 Questions is a new series of Blood, Sweat and Smears, hosted by our Senior Director, Bjorn Stromsness, who asks 5 questions to physicians in and around the disease areas we work in. In this episode, we are joined by Richard M. Burwick, MD, MPH, Associate Professor of Maternal-Fetal Medicine with San Gabriel Valley Perinatal Medical Group.…

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How The Real José Cuervo Invented Modern Tequila 33:40

29d ago33:40

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José Cuervo was a real person, and he revolutionized the tequila industry in the early 1900s. He navigated bloody business rivalries, cozied up to a dictator, and survived the Mexican revolution thanks to a daring escape. After that, with his business in shambles, he had to figure out how to sell tequila in Prohibition-era America. His solution wou…

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From Pockets to Packs: The Essential EDC Guide for Radio Operators 1:55:08

29d ago1:55:08

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What's in your pockets right now? That simple question reveals volumes about how prepared you are for life's unexpected moments. In this captivating deep-dive into Everyday Carry (EDC), we explore the practical philosophy behind the tools and gear that accompany us through daily life. Paul, our resident EDC expert, unpacks his meticulously curated …

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Ep 291: Julian Clary (Live in London) 53:19

30d ago53:19

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We’re back with another b-b-b-b-bonus episode from our West End run in March this year. And our special guest is Palladium royalty and ‘Taskmaster’ star Julian Clary. Julian Clary is on tour now with ‘A Fistful of Clary’ including a date at the London Palladium on 17th May. For full dates and tickets go to julianclary.co.uk Follow Julian on Instagr…

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Grouch Mobile Command: Live from Nearfest 2:30:40

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Have you ever wondered what really happens when ham radio operators gather at hamfests? In this special live episode, we pull back the curtain on ham radio culture as we broadcast directly from our campsite at Nearfest Spring 2025. Nestled in the "Grouch Mobile Command" (Paul's camper) with rain pattering on the tent, our full crew shares the day's…

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It Says Here - Episode 022 w/ Samantha Crain & Sally Potter 54:50

1M ago54:50

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This week, Robert Ham is joined by singer-songwriter Samantha Crain to discuss her new album Gumshoe, and multi-disciplinary artist Sally Potter to talk about her new album ANATOMY.By Robert Ham

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Cooking In An Immigrant Time Warp With Maangchi (Reheat) 34:04

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In 2007, Maangchi was 50 years old, a single mother of adult kids, and was addicted to online gaming. Her son suggested she post a cooking video to YouTube. Today she has 4 million subscribers and has taught fans all over the world how to cook traditional Korean food. This week she tells us her story, and talks about cooking when you're in an "immi…

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You Get What You Give | Sooz's One Hit Wonders #4 58:51

1M ago58:51

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In the latest in our Sooz's One Hit Wonders series, we are transported to 1998 and take a look at a serious contender for song of the 90s as we learn all about what led to (and came from) the utter smash hit You Get What You Give... Dreadful solo albums, a right-place-right-time capturing of the zeitgeist plus a more surprising subsequent career th…

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Ep 290: Daisy Ridley 1:12:51

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The force is strong with this week’s guest, as ‘Star Wars’ actor and star of James’s favourite film ‘Cleaner’ Daisy Ridley joins us in the Dream Restaurant. (And that restaurant in Liverpool Daisy couldn't remember the name of was called Buyers Club.) Daisy Ridley stars in ‘Cleaner’, a Sky Cinema release on 2nd May. Watch it here. Follow Daisy on I…

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Matt Bentley - MLS Draft Day Chaos, Non-League Grit At Maidstone & USL Comeback - E22 1:15:03

1M ago1:15:03

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Send us a text This week on The Back Stick Podcast, Dom Okus and Jamil Roberts are joined by Chattanooga Red Wolves striker Matt Bentley! We delve into Matt’s incredible football journey, from a whirlwind MLS Draft experience with Minnesota United to battling through the chaos of non-league football in England with Dover and Hornchurch. Matt opens …

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Hydrox, Oreo, And The Fight For Sandwich Cookie Supremacy 38:48

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Hydrox cookies are known as a cheap knock-off of Oreos, to the point that Hydrox has become pop culture shorthand for “second best.” But did you know that Hydrox came first? And that these two cookies have a rivalry that goes back more than 100 years? This week Dan talks with Mackenzie Martin, a host of the KCUR Studios podcast A People’s History o…

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Ham Radio Unplugged: A Candid Chat with the Grouch and General 2:04:48

1M ago2:04:48

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The challenging Support Your Parks Weekend takes center stage as Paul shares his determined four-hour activation that yielded just 28 contacts amidst frustrating band conditions. With wind whipping his EZ-Up shelter and sporadic propagation, his story perfectly captures the resilience that defines our hobby. Meanwhile, Todd's experiences with repea…

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157 - "Call to Action" 1:13:33

1M ago1:13:33

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It Says Here - Episode 021 w/ Kendall Jane Meade and Ingrid Laubrock 49:30

1M ago49:30

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This week, Robert Ham speaks with singer-songwriter Kendall Jane Meade about her powerful new album Space, and jazz artist and composer Ingrid Laubrock joins the show to discuss her recently released magnum opus Purposing The Air.By Robert Ham

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Jason Mantzoukas Sees Every Meal As A Threat (Reheat) 33:08

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Actor and comedian Jason Mantzoukas is known for playing characters that are overzealous, exuberant, and more than a little wacky. But these characters are the exact opposite of how Jason felt growing up — like a “boy made of glass.” Jason has a life-threatening allergy to eggs, and that constant threat has forced him to live a life of vigilance. D…

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Episode 188: The Severed Feet of the Salish Sea 46:50

1M ago46:50

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This week we uncover Sooz's fear of the ocean as we discuss the bizarre phenomenon of loads of severed feet washing up at various points along the British Columbia and Washington State coast... Just why did the amount increase between 2007 and 2018? And, more importantly, why does Chris now own Conclave on physical media in 2025!? The answers lie w…

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Ep 289: Jeff Goldblum 1:08:03

1M ago1:08:03

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Global treasure and Hollywood icon Jeff Goldblum joins us in the Dream Restaurant this week. But the food will need to be served quickly… Jeff Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra’s new album ‘Still Blooming’ is out on 25th April on Decca Records. Buy it here. Follow Jeff on Instagram @jeffgoldblum Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamb…

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Men Have Eating Disorders Too. Why Don’t They Seek Help? 49:17

1M ago49:17

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Public discussions about eating disorders tend to focus on women, and in the past, so have our episodes on the subject. But millions of men also struggle with some form of disordered eating, though they’re far less likely to be diagnosed or to seek treatment. Today we hear stories from three men—in three different stages of life—who have complicate…

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Ham-Famous: The Ridiculous Reality of Minor Celebrity 1:35:40

1M ago1:35:40

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When a listener submitted "How your lives have changed now that you're famous content creators" as a topic, we couldn't help but laugh—while simultaneously feeling a curious mix of humility and quiet appreciation. Truth is, none of us started this journey seeking any sort of recognition, yet here we are, two years later, occasionally being approach…

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5 Questions with Dr. Ramy M. Hanna 12:04

2M ago12:04

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5 Questions is a new series of Blood, Sweat and Smears, hosted by our Senior Director, Bjorn Stromsness who asks 5 questions to physicians in and around the disease areas we work in. In this episode, we are joined by Ramy M. Hanna, MD, Associate Professor — Division of Nephrology, Hypertension and Kidney Transplantation, Medicine, and the Director …

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