Learning More is interesting and entertaining conversations with authors, educators, psychologists, and people that have experienced amazing things. You will be inspired by the eclectic mix of topics and voices who bring deep knowledge of subjects you need to know.
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Emotional embuffination is the process of making you emotionally buff enough to overcome any conflict. This podcast explores how to deal with conflict, how to manage emotions, principles of psychology, emotional intelligence, and concepts related to the law of attraction.
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Join Hypnotist Jim Kellner as he explores tips, tricks, and strategies to help you AND him live a more awesome life. Today is the day to live the life that you want to live.
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After 50 years of writing comedy for most of the UK's highest-profile comics and performers, Colin now chats with those who work behind the scenes in television: from the camera operators, and sound supervisors to the directors and producers; and in show business: from the stars to the stagehands - who all share their never-before-heard memories and anecdotes. Support the podcast by becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/BEHINDTHESCENESWITHCOLINEDMONDS Facebook: colin.edmonds.73 Instagra ...
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VICTORIA WOOD & DINNERLADIES, THE YOUNG ONES, SATURDAY LIVE, SIR LENNY HENRY, EUROVISION - GEOFF POSNER’S 40 YEARS AT THE TOP
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1:31:46In this landmark edition of BTS, top Producer-Director Geoff Posner looks back upon his joyous TV career at the pioneering sharp-end of British comedy and music, working with the nation’s greatest entertainers. And it’s really all thanks to ‘Ready, Steady Go!’ and Michael Lindsay-Hogg. Support the podcast by becoming a Patron: …
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LIAM GALLAGHER, ALAN PARTRIDGE, MORECAMBE & WISE AND EDGAR WRIGHT – THE INCREDIBLE CAREER OF TOP TV/FILM EDITOR NICK J. WEBB
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1:15:11In the latest edition of Behind the Scenes, we meet Nick J. Webb, the award-winning, ultra-versatile television and film editor who, over the past 15 years, has worked on a vast array of critically acclaimed music videos, comedy specials and entertainment biographical documentaries including Sammy Davis Jnr., Sparks, Bob Monkhouse and Tommy Cooper.…
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One of the Most Important Tricks in Minimizing Anger
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29:15In this episode, we talked about one of the most important and powerful tricks to minimize anger and prevent it from blowing out of control. Specifically, we’re going to discuss everything there is to know about venting and why you SHOULDN’T do it (even though that’s what we’re all told to do). Have a question you’d like addressed on the show? Emai…
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In this episode, we confront one of the most important questions we face while being alive: how do you avoid getting sick or suffering other ailments. Have a question you’d like addressed on the show? Email it to [email protected]. If you want to learn more about Emotional Embuffination, go to www.embuffination.com.…
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In this episode, how you can know whether or not God exists, why it matters to your emotional health, and look at some of the major issues involved in questioning it. Have a question you’d like addressed on the show? Email it to [email protected]. If you want to learn more about Emotional Embuffination, go to www.embuffination.com.…
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In this episode, we talked about how to effectively confront contemporary issues in racism and come out in a way that both resolves conflict and leaves you feeling better. Have a question you’d like addressed on the show? Email it to [email protected]. If you want to learn more about Emotional Embuffination, go to www.embuffination.com.…
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In this episode we talked about how to hire with an eye toward eliminating drama in your work force. This is especially relevant to managers or employers, but is also relevant to employees wanting to understand what employers may be looking for. Have a question you’d like addressed on the show? Email it to [email protected]. If you want to lea…
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JASPER CARROTT, SIR PATRICK MOORE, THE QUEEN’S FUNERAL – SCRIPT SUPERVISOR LAURA VINE’S TV LIFE
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1:23:05In this edition of Behind the Scenes we meet one of Britain’s busiest and most versatile television Script Supervisors – Laura Vine. In this candid, laugh-out-loud chat Laura talks about her 30 years at the BBC startingas Production Secretary, and then the freelance world beyond, working on everything from occasions of state to The Chelsea Flower S…
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MUSIC, OLYMPICS, ROYAL EVENTS, RVPs & MORE – THE AWARD- WINNING TV CAREER OF DIRECTOR RICHARD VALENTINE
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1:17:59In this edition of Behind the Scenes we’re meeting multi-Bafta and Royal Television Society Award Winning Director, one of, if not the most popular and versatile working in British live broadcast entertainment - Richard Valentine. He’s covered everything from Royal Variety Performances and arena concerts, working with major music artists including …
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RED DWARF, LOVEJOY, JASPER CARROT & MUCH MORE – THE TERRIFIC WRITING TALENT OF PAUL ALEXANDER
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1:17:26This edition stars one of the most prolific and versatile, award-winning writers in television and entertainment on both sides of the Atlantic, Mr Paul Alexander. I first met Paul in the ‘80s when he joined the team of Bob’s Full House. Since then, he’s scripted Hollywood films, live action and animated streaming series, penned ratings-winning sitc…
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THE TV EXECUTIVE WHO REDEFINED ENTERTAINMENT ON BOTH SIDES OF THE ATLANTIC - IN CONVERSATION WITH CLAUDIA ROSENCRANTZ
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1:43:03In this edition of Behind the Scenes we chat with ClaudiaRosencrantz. In her ten years as Controller of entertainment at ITV she entirely redefined LE by commissioning genre-busting, ratings-giants such as “Who Wants to Be A Millionaire”, “Britain’s Got Talent”, “Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway”, “The X Factor” and more. Claudia also talks abou…
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POP STARS, TOP STAND UPS, AWARD-WINNING DOCS - TALENT EXEC JENNY DREWETT’S AMAZING 30-YEAR CAREER.
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1:12:16In this edition of Behind the Scenes we’re chatting with Jenny Drewett, one of British television’s busiest, most experienced, well-known and best-connected on-screen Talent Executives and Celebrity Producers. In her non-stop 3-decade long career Jenny’s worked extensively in award-winning light entertainment, factual entertainment,documentaries an…
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‘KRYPTON FACTOR’, VICTORIA WOOD, ‘DEAL OR NO DEAL’ & THE BRITS – THE AMAZING CAREER OF TV EXECUTIVE LESLEY DAVIES.
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58:32This time on BTSWCE one of the best-known Heads of Production and most experienced Consultants working in the fields of entertainment, drama and events television Lesley Davies shares her career memories of training at Granada TV via LWT, becoming Head of Production at ITV and Director of International Productions at Warner Brothers, and working wi…
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JIMMY GREAVES, HENRY BLOFELD & ITV’S PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING – PART 2 OF THE TV LIFE & TIMES OF TOP PA VICTORIA STURGESS.
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1:01:57In this edition of Behind the Scenes, Production Assistant (Script Supervisor) Victoria Sturgess shares more stories of her life and times at the sharp end of British television from the late 1960s through to the early ‘90s taking in her move from music and entertainment to LWT’s Sports Department; which led to her working alongside such production…
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QUEEN’S “BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY”, THE STONES IN HYDE PARK, PLUS DAVID FROST: THE TV CAREER OF P.A. VICTORIA STURGESS
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1:08:36The latest edition of Behind the Scenes features the first of a two-part conversation with London Weekend Television and pop music video Production Assistant (ScriptSupervisor), the magnificent Victoria Sturgess. In a career which started in the late 1960s she worked extensively with legendary director Bruce Gowers on innumerable LWT series, travel…
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FROM NOEL’S HOUSE PARTY TO NARRATING INTERNATIONAL AWARD-WINNING BOOKS – MEET ACTOR KARL JENKINSON
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1:12:21In this often laugh-out-loud edition of Behind the Scenes we’re chatting with actor Karl Jenkinson. In a 40-year career, he was regularly involved in the funniest Noel’s House Party ‘Gotcha’ set-ups while also appearing in top British TV series Eastenders, The Bill and Inspector Morse. These days Karl’s also become a top voice artist and a much in-…
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MEET THE INDIANA JONES OF LOST TV - ARCHIVE PRODUCER ROBERT HEADING
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1:03:31If you’re a fan of classic and vintage television, you’ll probably think Robert Heading has enjoyed the best of jobs, because he’s one of Britain’s foremost TV documentary Archive Producers. Which means for the past 25 years he’s been paid to put his feet up and watch thousands of hours of old telly shows. And for the most part he’s specialised in …
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BBC RADIO, EUROVISION & D-DAY – THE NONSTOP CAREER OF CONDUCTOR AND MUSICAL DIRECTOR MIKE DIXON
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50:19Mike returns to chat about his time on Eurovision, Friday Night is Music Night at the BBC and preparing for his latest live WW2 Special Commemorative Event, marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day. And there’s more than a mention of his top selling autobiography “Turn Around And Take A Bow – My Musical Life”. Support the podcast by becoming a Patron:…
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TONY HANCOCK CENTENARY SPECIAL WITH HIS GREAT NEICE LUCY
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38:37In Birmingham, on the 12th of May 1924, the performer who was to become one of Britain’s finest comic actors Tony Hancock was born. Across the 1950s and early 1960s, with his phenomenally successful, award-winningradio and television series, Tony was the most famous voice and then face in broadcast entertainment. The streets would empty when Hancoc…
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“FROM BLITZ TO GLITZ” – NEW AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF JESS CONRAD OBE WITH FRIEND & CO- WRITER TV’S SIMON WITHINGTON
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55:54This time on BTSWCE we’re chatting with TV Executive Producer and King of Saturday Nights on Channel 5, Simon Withington, about his role in putting together the newly published autobiography of his best friend, actor, singer and showbiz personality - Jess Conrad OBE. The book is called “From Blitz to Glitz” and Simon talks about the collaborative w…
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STEVE WRIGHT MBE 1954-2024 - A SPECIAL TRIBUTE FROM CLOSE FRIEND MARK WELLS
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1:03:25This week we lost one of the most famous and best-loved personalities in the history of British broadcasting – Steve Wright. For almost half a century on BBC Radio Steve lifted the nation’s spirits with his energetic, anarchic style, breathless enthusiasm, relentless creativity and instantly recognisable voice. In this often emotional but frequentl…
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THE EXPLOSIVE, STAR-STUDDED CAREER OF SPECIAL EFFECTS GENIUS ANDY MCVEAN
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1:12:02In a 35-year career he’s created special effects for glamorous Formula 1 car launches, top dramas such as ‘Dr Who’ and ‘The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe’ and every major ratings-winning comedy and entertainment series. If anything’s squashed, set alight, or exploded on our screens, it's usually Andy’s skilful handiwork. A Royal Television Societ…
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EXCLUSIVE BOB MONKHOUSE ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL: ABIGAIL MONKHOUSE TALKS ABOUT HER DAD
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58:55Hard to believe but it’s been 20 years to the day since we lost the British comedian, writer, actor, game show host and all-round polymath Bob Monkhouse. In this Special Edition of Behind the Scenes we’re marking the anniversary by chatting with Bob’s daughter, Abigail Monkhouse. What was it like growing up with a father who was one of the most rec…
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THE QUEEN’S FUNERAL, THE KING’S CORONATION & MORE MEMORIES OF A BBC CAMERA OPERATOR - NIGEL SAUNDERS PART 2
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1:22:46Camera operator/Camera Supervisor Nigel Saunders takes us Behind the Scenes once again with more memories of his non-stop 45-year career in British television. The perils and pitfalls of working on live shows, top rated Light Entertainment and covering the biggest Royal events of the last decade – plus the finest directors, performers and warm-up a…
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FROM OSCAR PETERSON TO GORDON THE GOPHER - TV CAMERA SUPERVISOR NIGEL SAUNDERS’ 45-YEAR CAREER
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1:30:41This time on Behind the Scenes Nigel Saunders chats about his life as a camera operator and Camera Supervisor, beginning at the BBC and working with most of the great names of television including the much-missed Roger Fenna, Stuart MacDonald andYvonne Littlewood. Royal events, children’s TV and light entertainment, including live Millennium show m…
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MICHAEL PALIN, ROY CASTLE, SIR RALPH RICHARDSON – PART 2 OF VISION MIXER CAROL ABBOT’S TV LIFE
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1:09:12As promised, here’s Part 2 of top British TV Vision Mixer Carol Abbott’s Behind the Scenes Podcast in which she chats about bringing up family while holding down a high-pressure, full-time, irregular-hours job at the sharp of TV. Carol shares her memories of rushing to the Old Vic to work with Sir Ralph Richardson while she was still dressed as a b…
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Q and A re Nagging and Taking Advantage of Good People
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32:58In this episode, we did a Q and A regarding questions of how to deal with a female significant other who nags a lot and what you should do if you find yourself having to sacrifice yourself all the time to be a good person. Have a question you’d like addressed on the show? Email it to [email protected]. If you want to learn more about Emotional…
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FROM THE YOUNG ONES & RED DWARF TO COME DANCING AND TOP OF THE POPS – TV MEMORIES OF ANNA STANILAND
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1:24:51Taking us Behind the Scenes this time: one of the most admired, versatile and experienced British television Production Assistants/Script Supervisors to have ever graced a studio control room or gallery - Anna Staniland. Anna shares her memories of an astonishing 40-year career at the BBC and in the freelance world, including live broadcasts, music…
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In this episode, we discussed the idea that in hiding behind a veil of positivity you can make yourself weak in the event unpleasant events happen and how to ensure you’re prepared to deal with the unexpected. Have a question you’d like addressed on the show? Email it to [email protected]. If you want to learn more about Emotional Embuffinatio…
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Understanding the Law of Attraction with Victoria Gallagher
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54:24In this episode, we spoke with Law of Attraction expert, Victoria Gallagher, about what the Law of Attraction is, how it’s working in your life, and how you can use it to live a happier and more fulfilling life. If you want to learn more about Victoria, check out the following links: Website: www.victoriamgallagher.com Free HypnoCloud App: https://…
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The Importance of Sleep with Kali Patrick
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59:59In this episode, we spoke with Kali Patrick about the importance of sleep, the basics of sleep hygiene, and some approaches to remedying sleep problems. Learn more about Kali here: Programs Free 30-min Clarity Call (required entry to 1-1 coaching) Course: The Sleep Academy Book: Mastering Your Sleep Puzzle: Your 12-Week Guide to Sleeping Better Fre…
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ONLY FOOLS & HORSES, NOEL’S HOUSE PARTY, TOP GEAR, Q.I. AND MUCH MORE – TOP TV VISION MIXER CAROL ABBOTT
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1:23:41This time we’re going Behind the Scenes with one of the most experienced and accomplished Vision Mixers working in television – Carol Abbott. Carol’s name has rolled up on our screens at the end of most of the major TV light entertainment shows of the past 40 years. Quizzes, chat shows, situation comedies, music, variety galas, not forgetting live …
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Maintaining Motivation and Positive Mindset with Terry Tucker
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56:20In this episode, we spoke with Terry Tucker about his experiences as a hostage negotiator, a NCAA Division I basketball player, and a cancer warrior who lost his leg, as well as the lessons he’s learned about motivation and perseverance from those experiences. Learn more about Terry at: Motivational Check: https://www.motivationalcheck.com/ LinkedI…
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In this episode of Learning More, I talk with Brad Philips about ambiguous loss. Brad is an expert in this field and shares with us his insights into ambiguous loss and how it impacts our lives. He tells us about the ways we can cope with it and how to help others who have experienced it. He also provides us with advice on how to support those who …
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FROM DIRECTING GOING LIVE AND THE BIG BREAKFAST TO DEATH IN PARADISE AND VERA – THE MAGNIFICENTLY VERSATILE CLAIRE WINYARD
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51:35In this episode of Behind the Scenes we meet one of the busiest Directors working in British television - Claire Winyard. Just off the back of wrapping her latest episode of the hit detective series ‘Vera’, Claire talks about what it’s like at the helm of one of ITV’s most popular shows, beginning her career at the BBC, directing all manner of mult…
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Emotions in Real Estate Negotiations with Kevin Stark
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1:04:00In this episode, we spoke with Kevin Stark about how to manage all of the emotions that arise throughout a real estate deal and looked at the sales that happen to us all on a day-to-day basis. Should you want to reach out to Kevin for any questions on this episode or for real estate questions or services you can reach him at: 602-904-1000 or kevin@…
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Empowerment of First Responder Spouses with Jenna Griffith
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44:44In this episode, we spoke with Jenna Griffith about how first responder spouses can find purpose, meaning, and prosperity. Learn more about Jenna at: https://www.jennasfreegifts.com/ Instagram: @msjennagriffith Facebook: Service and Soul Have a question you’d like addressed on the show? Email it to [email protected]. If you want to learn more …
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In this episode we discussed the drama continuum, why we are attracted to and attract drama into our lives, and what we can do about it. Take the drama assessment and learn where you are in the drama continuum at https://embuffination.com/take-the-emotional-assessment/. Have a question you’d like addressed on the show? Email it to info@embuffinatio…
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In this episode, we discuss the different aspects of resolving a problem in the midst of a relationship. Compromise is one option but it’s not always the best one nor is it always possible. We’ll go through the whole spectrum. Have a question you’d like addressed on the show? Email it to [email protected]. If you want to learn more about Emoti…
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Kevin Costner and Christine Baumgartner - A Case Study with the OUR Method
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44:09In this episode we discussed the pending divorce between Kevin Costner and Christine Baumgartner. We then analyzed a few issues of conflict in that divorce using the OUR method. Download the PDF of the OUR Method here: https://embuffination.com/episode-30-kevin-costner-and-christine-baumgartner-a-case-study-with-the-our-method/. Have a question you…
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On this episode of 'Learning More,' we discuss presidential families. Our guest, Shannon O'Brien, Associate Professor of Instruction at the University of Texas at Austin, serves as our guide through anecdotes and lesser-known stories. In this episode, we delve into various subjects, ranging from the lingering impact of unresolved trauma within the …
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TV KING OF SATURDAY NIGHTS PAUL DANIELS, STRICTLY COME DANCING ROYALTY &; THE QUEEN’S JUBILEE – THE MAGICAL WORLD OF DEBBIE McGEE
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1:16:30This time on Behind the Scenes, TV presenter, performer and personality, also the Honorary Vice Present of the Magic Circle, Debbie McGee, reflects on an action-packed show business career, including her life and times with the country’s most famous stage and television magician Paul Daniels, along with what it takes to reach the Grand Final of Str…
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SHOWBIZ, COMEDY, LIFE AFTER THE BBC – THE THOUGHTS OF BROADCASTER JOHN FOSTER
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1:10:25In this episode of Behind the Scenes we’re chatting once again with John Foster - radio broadcaster, disc jockey and voice artist who is one of the most experienced in the industry. In a non-stop 30-year career in local and national radio, including BBC Radio 5 Live, he’s interviewed almost every major international actor and entertainer from eithe…
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Q and A re Arrogance and Confidence, Reasons for Emotion, and Daily Journaling
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32:00In this episode, we did a Q and A session. Specifically we talked about the difference between confidence and arrogance, why human beings need to have emotions, and whether it makes sense to journal every single day if it starts to feel like a chore. Have a question you’d like addressed on the show? Email it to [email protected]. If you want t…
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In this episode, we discuss the various benefits of employing gratitude and why it’s such an important part of your Emotional Embuffination toolbox. Have a question you’d like addressed on the show? Email it to [email protected]. If you want to learn more about Emotional Embuffination, go to www.embuffination.com.…
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In this episode we spoke with Peter Young about his experiences in a cult, what it was like, how he got out, and what to do when you or someone else is in such a situation. Have a question you’d like addressed on the show? Email it to [email protected]. If you want to learn more about Emotional Embuffination, go to www.embuffination.com. You c…
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Everything is More Complicated Than You Think
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35:32In this episode, we discussed how any particular issue can become more or less granular and complex or simple and how simplicity often leads to problems in understanding. Have a question you’d like addressed on the show? Email it to [email protected]. If you want to learn more about Emotional Embuffination, go to www.embuffination.com.…
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In this episode we discuss the idea of not watching the news and why it’s so destructive as a habit. Have a question you’d like addressed on the show? Email it to [email protected]. If you want to learn more about Emotional Embuffination, go to www.embuffination.com.By David Enevoldsen
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‘AMERICAN IDOL’, ‘WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE’ – MEGA TV DESIGNER ANDY WALMSLEY’S CAREER AT THE TOP
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1:30:01This time on Behind the Scenes we’re back to United States to chat with Andy Walmsley, the busiest and most successful designer in the history of theatre and television. He’s designed more Las Vegas spectaculars than anyone else and was the youngest scenic designer ever to work in the West End, on Broadway and in television. His name, along with hi…
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In this episode we talked with Joshua Shea about pornography addiction, how to know if you or someone you care about is suffering from it, and what to do about it. Learn more about Joshua at: Website: www.paddictrecovery.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/paddictrecovery TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@thatcorncoach Have a question you’d like addressed on th…
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