A podcast by and about your average witch, talking about witch life, witch stories, and sometimes a little witchcraft.
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Clever About Cash offers practical advice on how to navigate the challenging area of personal finance. Kim McAllister and Eileen Adamson talk to experts who suggest tips which can make a real difference to your bank balance. Whatever your financial situation, this is the show to help you make the most of what you've got and learn how to make some more.
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What happens when a moderately deranged, displaced artist, moves to Harlem and starts hanging out with the clever, street wise, Opinionated truth bringer of St. Nicholas Ave? You end up with the craziest podcast of all time!
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Go to the roots, not to the fruits. I’m your host, Stef Bastiàn, tattooer with over twenty years of experience, traveler, painter, coach. Join me to improve your artistic, personal and professional journey through the stories and insights of inspiring guests, within and outside the tattoo world. Learn more about my different projects and classes at https://www.stefbastian.com/
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Nick Robinson has a conversation with, not an interrogation of, the people who shape our political thinking about what shaped theirs.
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Once upon a time, gods and goddesses walked among us, granting their favor to heroes and creating sea monsters because … well, because they could. After one too many festivals was ruined by a vengeful Poseidon who thought the sacrifice of fish upon his altar wasn’t flaky enough, a hero bravely constructed a wall so thick and impenetrable that not even the most industrious of gods could breach it. Fast forward to 2023 when, as part of a wager, Hades decided to leverage one hapless mortal’s br ...
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Magical Communication: A Conversation with Mike Ditter
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44:01What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Mike Ditter of The Rusted Rabbit jewelry shares their journey as a witch who views their practice through transmutation, turning metals and minerals into talismans of protection, power, and healing while challenging conventional belief systems and societal expec…
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66. JOSHUA FRYDMAN - Japanese mythology and folklore
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1:23:35Would you like to learn more about Japanese character like yōkai, Buddhist deities and Kami gods? Are you interested in finding out where the original stories come from? How all of that relates to tattooing? We got you covered. In this very informative episode with Joshua Frydman, associate professor of Japanese at the university of Oklahoma, speci…
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Crafting Magic Through Wire and Stone With Lindsay of The Rusted Rabbit
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49:04What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Lindsay of the Rusted Rabbit shares her journey from selling rocks as a kid to creating wire-wrapped crystal jewelry and embracing her identity as a witch despite initial imposter syndrome. • Started with chainmail jewelry in 2013 before discovering wire-wrappin…
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Lore By the Lethe; Hypnos's Reluctant Sleep Stories - Visiting The Mythological Aquarium
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12:23Send over your dead SMS messages. Greetings, listeners! After a long hiatus as we figured out our priorities and reconnected with our creativity, we decided to energize this feed with something lighthearted and fun. Our podcast has been classified by Spotify as being very much like those offering sleep stories. So, we thought it might be fun to lea…
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Forging Ahead: Changes To The Podcast's Tech and a Thank-You
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13:32Send over your dead SMS messages. Greetings, listeners. This is just a quick update regarding the podcast's direction. I'll be moving away from ElevenLabs due to some decisions they've made that go against my ethos as a creator. The new tech will mean a learning curve and a change to some of the voices. However, it is a small price to pay for my cr…
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Clever doesn’t need much introduction, his career is well known, as his collaborations with artists of the caliber of Juice Wrld, Post Malone and Justin Bieber. In this open-hearted talk we get a glimpse of how music came into his life and topics many of us can relate to. What it means to be a parent for an artist, the responsibility of a creative,…
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You're the Pipe, Not the Water: Serving Community Through Folk Magic with Jake Richards
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49:07What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Jake Richards, conjureman from Appalachia, joins us to explore the rich traditions of folk magic, faith healing, and Decoration Day practices from the mountain communities of Upper East Tennessee. • Distinguishing between witches, faith healers, and conjure men …
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Send over your dead SMS messages. Greetings, listeners. Though my work is grim, I do my best to keep from completely falling into the cliché of the dark and brooding Lord of the Underworld. Not all of my realm’s responsibilities revolve around damnation and torment. I may be stern but cruelty? That’s a mantle for others to don. One way I tried to b…
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64. MAURO CARDOSO - Honoring Japanese tradition
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1:26:20Mauro Cardoso, better known as “Mario from the hills”, is a Brazilian tattooer specialized in traditional Japanese tattooing. Also a high level BJJ black belt, Mauro embodies the resilient and flexible spirit of the ‘Arte Suave’, while contributing to the preservation and diffusion of traditional Japanese tattooing through the study and respect of …
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Deities, Shadows, and Soulcraft: A Conversation with Raven Digitalis
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1:12:10What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Raven Digitalis shares his journey as a witch, author, and practitioner exploring the intersection of Eastern and Western mystical traditions while embracing shadow work and devotional practices with deities. • Author of multiple books including the shadow tript…
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63. RYAN USSHER - Japanese tattooing at Lighthouse Tattoo in Sydney (part 1)
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1:05:47Ryan Ussher is one of Australia’s top artists. Together with Alex Rusty he runs Lighthouse Tattoo in Sydney, a shop that established itself as a reference in the country. He specializes in large scale Japanese tattooing with emphasis on powerful and evocative imagery. Beyond craftsmanship he’s considered a reference also for the volume of high qual…
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Bonus: The Rishi Sunak Lessons from Downing Street One - Part 2
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1:01:28In the second, bonus instalment of this exclusive interview with the former prime minister, Rishi Sunak opens up about his time as Chancellor and Prime Minister, including how his relationship with Boris Johnson fell apart, why he regrets his "Stop the Boats" slogan and what comes next for someone who has become an elder statesman, aged 44. Produce…
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The Rishi Sunak Lessons from Downing Street One
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58:32An exclsuive in-depth interview with the Rishi Sunak. In this first instalment, the former prime minister tells stories from behind the scenes on the world stage explains why he thinks we must now cut welfare spending to fund defence. Sunak reflects on how a sense of duty - inspired by his Hindu faith - helped drive his political career, and reflec…
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When Fairies and Friends Unite: Building Relationships in Witchcraft with Halo Quin
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2:21:02What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? This episode focuses on the intricate relationship between witchcraft and building community. Halo Quin elaborates on her path as a witch, her engagement with spirits, and the pivotal role of shared stories and practices in nurturing connections. • Halo introduc…
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Toss-Up Tuesday: Candy Coated Lies: On Censorship, Ignorance, and Art As Critique
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17:45Send over your dead SMS messages. Greetings, listeners! A few things happened in my absence that compelled me to pause my work on The Wounded Lion, namely the TikTok ban and Amazon essentially deciding to brick Kindles without Internet access so that they could force consumers to purchase new devices they otherwise wouldn't need to buy. As a result…
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The co-leader of the Green Party of England and Wales joins Nick for a conversationBy BBC Radio 4
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62. CHRIS FERNANDEZ - American Traditional in NY
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58:09Chris Fernandez is a tattooer specialized in American Traditional with a solid, distinctive style. He’s not only incredibly productive but, as everyone working with him at the prestigious King’s Avenue in New York, also committed to a standard of excellence, in the process as much as in the result. In this talk, which I really enjoyed, he told us a…
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The Transport Secretary on Corbyn, Ukraine and growing up in Swindon Producer: Lauren TavrigerBy BBC Radio 4
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Tammy Kim is an Australian tattoo artists who worked and lived in Toronto for the last 15 years, and is now transitioning into an exciting new phase of her career. She traveled the world, collaborating with major artists and brands, to shape a vision that is unique to her. Her story is a very inspiring one to all of us trying to connect with a deep…
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Embracing Emotions for Community and Connection
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13:45What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Leah passionately discusses the intersection of being queer, trans, and a witch, emphasizing the importance of joy as a form of resistance in challenging times. They share personal insights on community support, empowerment through witchcraft, and the celebratio…
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The Chief Inspector of Prisons for England and Wales on how he went from being a teacher at a school for kids with beahvioural problems, to being the leading voice on prison conditions. He tells stories of cheap suits, perspex windows, being the subject of offensive graffiti, and explains how he retains optimism. Producers: Lauren Tavriger and Dani…
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Who is the 38-year-old, Muslim, second-generation immigrant chairman of Reform UK? Zia Yusuf joins Nick in the Political Thinking studio to tell his story, lay out his party's path to power, and share his thoughts on Boris Johnson, Elon Musk, Suella Braverman and his boss, Nigel Farage. Producer: Daniel Kraemer…
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What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? I'll be taking the month of February off. If you're interested in borrowing my platform to give out resources, experimenting with podcasting, or just helping people get through this, please reach out to youraveragewitchpodcast at gmail. Support the show Support …
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The Shadow Home Secretary joins Nick in the Political Thinking studio to reflect on mistakes of the last government, humility in opposition and his anger at the new government. Chris Philp also opens up about the impact of caring for his premature baby twins and what he has learned from success and failure in business. Producer: Daniel Kraemer…
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The Labour MP sits down with Nick to reflect on how she went from selling beds in her Yorkshire hometown, to being at the forefront of political debate, as the face of the campaign to legalise assisted dying, and how the murder of her sister, Jo Cox, helps explain the journey. Producer: Daniel Kraemer…
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Herbal Wisdom and the Power of Connection with Rebecca Beyer of Blood & Spicebush
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41:12What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? This episode highlights the intricate relationship between witchcraft, identity, and community through the lens of Rebecca Beyer's journey into Appalachian folk magic. The importance of cultural appreciation, imposter syndrome, and storytelling within the magica…
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Send over your dead SMS messages. Greetings, listeners! We received a letter from Megaera, who wasn't at all pleased by Hermes's shenanigans last time. Perhaps I should have taken offense to my basso profundo being cloned, but he did finally keep his promise by retelling The North Wind and the Sun in an incredibly clever way. His father Zeus wasn't…
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What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? I'll have an episode out later this week. Until then, enjoy the way my voice sounds in a parking lot. Support the show Support the show and get tons of bonus content, videos, monthly spell boxes, and more at CrepuscularConjuration.com! Or become a paying subscri…
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The Chancellor reflects on her first six months in power and what lies behind her determination that she has "what it takes" to "turn things around". Producer: Daniel KraemerBy BBC Radio 4
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Puppy Adventures and Business Magic: Schedule Changes for Your Average Witch
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3:44What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? This is just a quick note to listeners about why there's no episode today, and explaining the schedule change to follow. Also, puppy! Support the show Support the show and get tons of bonus content, videos, monthly spell boxes, and more at CrepuscularConjuration…
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Discovering Strength in Everyday Moments With The Spork Witch
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1:35:52What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? This episode features Braxtin the Spork Witch, who shares deeply personal stories about chronic illness, mental health, and the significance of community in witchcraft. They emphasize the importance of being authentic in one's spiritual journey while using the m…
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Story Sunday - Hermes Retells The North Wind and the Sun, or How Fireside Folklore with Hades Was Born
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16:10Send over your dead SMS messages. Greetings, listeners! We hope you've been enjoying your holidays with ambrosia, nectar, and divine comedy, and 2025 has treated you well. I've been keeping myself busy, spending time with my queen and contemplating new ways to make Tartarus as terrifying as it deserves to be! On this Story Sunday, we present to you…
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Embracing Witchcraft: Authenticity, Art, and Personal Transformation with Adam Z
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1:07:11What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Embark on an enchanting journey with us as we welcome Adam, also known as the mesmerizing August Thunderstorms, to share their unique path as an eclectic witch and drag performer. With talents ranging from intuitive oracle reading to crafting upcycled clothing, …
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What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Sorry there's no episode this week, my guest got sick the day of the interview. Hope to be back on New Year's Eve with a new witch. See you soon! Support the show Support the show and get tons of bonus content, videos, monthly spell boxes, and more at Crepuscula…
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Embracing Ancestral Connections and Creativity with Kat Sketch
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46:42What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Kat Sketch, a renowned artist celebrated for her mesmerizing beauty and makeup effects on YouTube, joins us to share her extraordinary spiritual journey. Growing up with Japanese and Native American roots, Kat has always felt a deep connection with her ancestors…
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Juliette The Sewing Witch: Bridging Science and Witchcraft
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55:53What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Ever wondered if the great minds like Leonardo da Vinci and Albert Einstein were actually practitioners of witchcraft? Seamstress Juliette joins us on Your Average Witch to unravel the mystical ties between science and witchcraft, drawing parallels between histo…
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Nick Robinson speaks to Sir Nick Clegg about life as Mark Zuckerberg's right hand man at Meta and the transition from Westminster to Silicon Valley. He responds to challenges on regulation of social media companies and issues a warning about the political power of Elon Musk. Producer: Daniel KraemerBy BBC Radio 4
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Embracing Mysticism: Virginia's Journey of Spiritual Rediscovery and Creative Practice
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46:02What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Virginia, a Tucson-based mystic and tarot reader, takes us on her enchanting journey of spiritual rediscovery. From early ghostly encounters that initially shut down her metaphysical abilities to reawakening her mystical path five years ago, her story is one of …
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The Head of the Palestinian Mission to the UK reflects on a childhood in a Gaza refugee camp and how hope is what keeps him going. Update: This episode has been edited to remove a brief exchange suggesting that an interim finding by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) found it plausible that genocide had been committed in Gaza. The ICJ actuall…
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PSA: Hades On Mortal Gratitude and Folly; A Nod to Thanksgiving and a Warning Against Phishing Scams
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2:20Send over your dead SMS messages. Greetings, listeners! In this completely unplanned interlude (whose true purpose will become clear shortly), I wish to take a moment to express my gratitude to the patrons of this podcast—those loyal listeners who gather by the fireside to hear the stories of old. Your time and dedication mean more to me than any m…
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Exploring the Harmony of Creativity, Witchcraft, and Community with Monica Bodirsky
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1:05:13What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? What happens when creativity meets spirituality? On this episode, we welcome the remarkable Monica Bodirsky, a witch artist and the creative force behind the Obsidian community. Monica opens up about her intriguing life journey, shaped by her mixed heritage and …
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The Deputy Leader of the Liberal Democrats reflects on her journey from campaigning as a child against nuclear weapons and scratchy jumpers, to being at the heart of the third-largest party in parliament. Producer: Daniel KraemerBy BBC Radio 4
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The Golden Pail, S2E6 of Fireside Folklore with Hades
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1:04:03Send over your dead SMS messages. Greetings, listeners! After many months, outtakes, and lost paperwork, we've done it! Here is the long-awaited episode, The Golden Pail, a tale from Palestine, adapted from Ibrahim Muhawi's collection of Palestinian folklore, Speak Bird, Speak Again. In this fairy tale, a prince must go on quest after quest, as the…
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Send over your dead SMS messages. Greetings, listeners! As is customary for Whoopsie Wednesday, (a segment I still question the sanity of), I present to you a song that didn't make it into the final take of The Golden Pail. Nevertheless, Persephone seemed to think that it was a work worthy of a swoon. So, against my better judgment, (because she re…
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Send over your dead SMS messages. Greetings, listeners! My husband is finally done with that long-awaited Golden Pail. Stay tuned because it will be released on Friday, November 22. In the meantime, I'll be sharing a song for Whoopsie Wednesday which won't be featured in the actual program. I loved it though and had to immortalize it here! Just don…
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Finding Strength: Empowerment, Community, and Self-Care
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44:12What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? I reached out to my (our) community for help this week. I asked friends, past guests, and even future guests to join voices so we can encourage you to do the same. Stay hopeful. Reach out for yourself and to others- one of you, one of us, will need it sooner or …
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The Metropolitan Police Commissioner reflects on the decision to rejoin the UK's largest police force when it was in crisis. Sir Mark Rowley sits down with Nick Robinson to outline the challenges the Met faces under his leadership, as well as how he decided as a teenager that policing was his mission. Producer: Daniel Kraemer…
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The Chief Secretary to the Treasury sits down with Nick to chart his rise to the heart of Starmer's government. How did a Bristol boy, whose parents sometimes went without meals to ensure he had food, end up at the Chancellor's side, in charge of the purse-strings of the government? Producer: Daniel Kraemer…
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Adventures in Spirituality and Creativity with Ken
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48:38What do you wish I asked this guest? What was your "quotable moment" from this episode? Ever wondered how theism and atheism intersect within the realm of witchcraft? Join me and my husband, Ken, as we embark on a revealing exploration of our personal spiritual practices and the unique way they blend into our lives. Ken shares his creative journey …
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How did Churchill's grandson end up at the top of British industry? Rupert Soames - Chair of the Confederation of British Industry - sits down with Nick Robinson to talk about this Labour government's first budget, which he claims did not offer enough "bang for the buck" Producer: Daniel KraemerBy BBC Radio 4
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