Best Dan Morse Podcasts (2025)

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Is the U.S. hearing an echo of China’s Cultural Revolution? 23:05

2d ago23:05

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In this episode of the Asia Pacific Business Forum Podcast, Dick Drobnick speaks with Geoff Cowan, former Dean of the USC Annenberg School of Communication and Journalism and 22nd Director of the Voice of America. The discussion centers on how the Trump administration has disrupted global journalism and constrained the international flow of informa…

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The China, Japan & Korea Side Effects of Trump Tariffs 22:13

16d ago22:13

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In this episode of the Asia Pacific Business Forum Podcast Professor Qiwei Chen brings insight to China’s possible reactions to the Trump Administration’s tariffs.Will the tariffs push frosty neighbors in the region towards greater economic integration? Will second generation Chinese entrepreneurs increase their business with the 36,000 Japanese fi…

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Erin Rae on Grief, Creativity & Letting Go of the Dreamland | MCP #225 1:07:09

16d ago1:07:09

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Erin Rae is a Nashville singer-songwriter whose music blends introspective folk, vintage pop, and Americana into a sound both timeless and, I’d say, quietly radical. Raised in Jackson, Tennessee by musician parents, Erin was immersed as a kid in the language of song and storytelling. We talk about her early years in Nashville (she moved in her earl…

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Dr. Chung-in Moon - In North Korea & USA – Big Deal • Small Deal • No Deal 26:37

24d ago26:37

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In this episode, we’re joined by renowned diplomat and scholar, Dr. Chung-in Moon, Professor Emeritus at Yonsei University and former advisor to the South Korean President. Dr. Moon offers rare insight into how President Trump’s sweeping tariffs are reshaping alliances—pushing South Korea, China, and Japan into closer economic coordination. He also…

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Bronwyn Keith-Hynes on Fiddle Mastery, the Opry, and Finding Her Voice | Morse Code Podcast #224 46:14

1M ago46:14

46:14

Great conversation with bluegrass fiddler Bronwyn Keith-Hynes on her exploding career — from attending this year’s Grammys under the auspices of Molly Tuttle (in whose band Golden Highway she plays fiddle), to making her debut on the Grand Ole Opry last month, to a year chock full of tour dates and festivals playing under her own name. We talked ab…

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Narongchai Akrasanee - The Ugly American • The Popular American • The Angry American 25:47

1M ago25:47

25:47

Narongchai Akrasanee Ph.D spoke with us on President Trump’s Liberation Day. Dr. Akrasanee, Thailand’s former Minister of Energy and Former Minister of Commerce spoke with Dick Drobnick about the implications across the Asia Pacific region.By Hosted by Dr. Dick Drobnick - Produced by Dan Griffin

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From Quick Fixes to Long-Term Health: The PureSport Philosophy with CEO Dan Temm 27:12

1M ago27:12

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This week on Cook Eat Run, Charlie Watson sits down with Dan Temm, the CEO of PureSport, to explore the dynamic world of sports supplements and the importance of community in the brand's ethos. The Origins of PureSport Dan shares the inspiring story behind PureSport, founded by two professional rugby players who sought a healthier alternative to op…

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Leah Blevins on Finding Her Voice, Signing with Dan Auerbach, and Learning to Let Go | MCP #223 54:27

1M ago54:27

54:27

In this intimate episode of The Morse Code Podcast, host Korby Lenker sits down with rising Americana star Leah Blevins for a vulnerable, wise, and deeply human conversation about music, identity, and the winding path of the creative life. Leah opens up about her roots in Eastern Kentucky, her gospel-singing family, and the twin bond that shaped he…

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Ronnie Chan - “World trade is now a dunking contest between Lebron James and Yao Ming." 24:28

2M ago24:28

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Ronnie Chan is the Honorary Chairman of The Hang Lung Group and the Chairman of the Asia Society Hong Kong Center. He spoke with Dick Drobnick on the day after President Donald Trump’s Liberation Day tariffs were announced. In this conversation Ronnie looks at the recent events in the US, as viewed from countries across Asia. Our next episode will …

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Dr. Kang Kyung-wha, President of the Asia Society talks tariffs 21:15

2M ago21:15

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Dr. Kang Kyung-wha, President of the Asia Society and former Foreign Minister of South Korea, joins Dick Drobnick, Ph.D., for this episode of the Asia Pacific Business Forum Podcast. Their conversation explores Dr. Kang’s vision for the Asia Society and examines how the Trump administration’s policies may influence relations across Asia.Our next ep…

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Will Kimbrough on John Prine, Jimmy Buffett, and the Real Life of a Working Musician | MCP #222 1:23:59

2M ago1:23:59

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In this revealing episode of The MCP, I sit down with Grammy-nominated songwriter, guitarist, and Americana mainstay Will Kimbrough for a wide-ranging conversation on the hard truths and quiet joys of a life in music. From his early days as a 12 year old electric guitar player to getting signed to EMI, and then John Prine’s Oh Boy Records, to his w…

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Celia Gregory on the Future of Radio, Music Curation & Building Community | Morse Code Podcast #221 46:25

2M ago46:25

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What does human-curated radio mean in an era dominated by algorithms? In this episode of The Morse Code Podcast, I sit down with Celia Gregory from Nashville’s WNXP to talk about the power of radio, music discovery, and how real people—not algorithms—shape the sound of a city. Celia shares her journey from college radio DJ to morning host at WNXP, …

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Creatine for Runners: The Game-Changer You Need to Know About with Dana Sowards 30:44

3M ago30:44

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This week on Cook Eat Run, Charlie Watson is joined by Dana, a sports nutrition expert, to delve into the increasingly popular topic of creatine supplementation for runners. Understanding Creatine Charlie and Dana kick off the discussion by breaking down what creatine is and its natural occurrence in the body. Dana explains how creatine plays a cru…

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What the Tornado Left Behind: Jordie Lane on Songwriting, Mental Health & Why Getting a Rescue Dog was His Smartest Move | MCP #220 1:11:28

3M ago1:11:28

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Jordie Lane on Artistry, Resilience & Reinventing the Indie Music Scene. In this episode of The Morse Code Podcast, host Korby Lenker sits down with the Australian-born Nashville-residing singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jordie Lane. Together they explore the raw realities of making a life in independent music, the necessity of artistic …

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Bicarbonate of Soda: The Secret Weapon for Runners with Tom Hollis 36:22

3M ago36:22

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This week on Cook Eat Run, Charlie Watson welcomes back Tom Hollis, a registered sports nutritionist and seasoned runner, to explore the fascinating topic of bicarbonate of soda and its potential benefits for runners. Understanding Bicarbonate of Soda Tom breaks down the science behind bicarbonate of soda, explaining how it works within the body, p…

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Shervin Lainez on Ambition vs. Expectation and The Hard Truth About Creative Success | MCP #219 54:21

3M ago54:21

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The first time I saw a portrait by Shervin Lainez, I felt like I was hearing the artist’s music through a photograph. There’s an intimacy in the image, a quiet buzz that goes deeper than just the artist’s face—it captures an essence. His work has graced the pages of Rolling Stone, The New York Times, and countless album covers, shaping the way we s…

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Eric Fortaleza's Pitch Meeting is the Most Dangerous Music in Nashville | MCP #219 1:17:05

3M ago1:17:05

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Let’s just begin by saying there is nothing in Nashville like Pitch Meeting, Eric Fortaleza’s weekly musical highwire act. Billed as “Nashville’s Best Writer’s Open Mic” the weekly show, which resumes this Tuesday February 25th features a powerhouse band of Nashville heavies (often of 10 or more players) whose job it is to back the any songwriter w…

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Run Stronger: A Guide to Strength Training for Runners, with Emma Kirk-Odunubi 32:42

4M ago32:42

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This week Charlie Watson welcomes Emma Kirk Odunubi, a running coach and sports scientist, to discuss the often-overlooked yet crucial topic of strength training for runners. The Importance of Strength Training As Charlie reflects on her own neglect of strength training, Emma shares her journey from injury-prone cardio enthusiast to a strong, injur…

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Randa Takes Over. A Morse Code Podcast Valentine's Special | MCP #217 1:15:08

4M ago1:15:08

1:15:08

What happens when the interviewer becomes the guest? This episode of The Morse Code Podcast is a special one—Randa Newman, Korby's wife and creative partner, takes over the host seat to interview Korby in an intimate, revealing conversation about creativity, perseverance, and what it means to balance art with real life. Get full access to The Morse…

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"I Had to Renew My Contract With Myself." Abby Jane | MCP #216 57:41

4M ago57:41

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Abby Jane is a singer and songwriter based in Nashville. Her debut EP “I Don’t Want to Pretend” has been the talk of the town, at least in the circles I trade in, since it dropped in October 2024. Everybody loves her fresh take on the craft of confessional songwriting, and the remarkable instrument through which she delivers those songs. Abby Jane …

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Bob Dylan is the Original Troll. Carl Anderson | MCP #215 1:12:37

4M ago1:12:37

1:12:37

Carl Anderson is a singer-songwriter from Virginia. His song swirls around like that plastic bag in the scene from American Beauty. A surprising unassuming clandestine charm that catches you unawares and then settles at your feet until the wind kicks up again. I have been a fan of his ever since we played a show together at the Bluebird in Nashvill…

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MAIR Gets Personal: The Private Life of a Virtuosic She-Wizard | MCP #214 1:00:31

4M ago1:00:31

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MAIR is a musical force of nature. Whether she’s playing mandolin, electric guitar, acoustic guitar, bass, nylon string banjo, her sit-up-and-pay-attention virtuosity has made her an in-demand collaborator the industry over. She’s been touring since she was thirteen, which makes her an industry veteran even though she’s barely in her mid-twenties. …

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Viral Sensation Tyler Merritt Talks Race, Humor, and his Inspiring New Book. MCP #213 1:05:30

5M ago1:05:30

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Quick note before the show - after taking almost 4 years off to produce the Morse Code TV Pilot, I’m about to release some new music. So so excited about this. The first single is called Meet Me at the End of the World. Its about reaching for love at all costs. I texted our guest Tyler Merritt the track after our interview last week and, to quote t…

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Should I be taking collagen? Boosting Performance for Runners with Sian Seccombe 38:30

5M ago38:30

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This week on Cook Eat Run, Charlie Watson dives into the world of collagen with special guest Sian Seccombe. Sian, an ultra runner and sports nutrition enthusiast, brings her expertise to discuss the science, benefits, and misconceptions surrounding collagen supplementation, especially for female runners over 30. Collagen Uncovered Explore what col…

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Adam Ross and PLAYWORLD - the Novel Everyone is Talking About 1:21:08

5M ago1:21:08

1:21:08

Published just two days ago, Adam Ross’ second novel, Playworld — some dozen-plus years in the making — is one of the best books I’ve read in the last five years. I’m not alone! Sources no less venerable than The New York Times, the LA Times, the Boston Globe, the Wall Street Journal, are all lining up to sing its praises. “Dazzling and endearing,”…

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Ryan Rado: Being Willing to Fail and Somehow Not Failing | Morse Code Podcast #211 58:44

5M ago58:44

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Happy New Beginning! One quick important creative announcement: I have new music coming! Meet Me at the End of the World was written by me, live on a series I do called the East Nashville Songwriting Workshop, where I write a song live on the internet, start to finish. Usually it’s a co-write, but this particular time the scheduled guest didn’t sho…

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a holiday message from Korby 8:43

5M ago8:43

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The end of the year is a good time to take a step back and think about what you're doing and why. Among my various (well, three) enterprises, I've been doing the Morse Code Podcast for more than a year - more than 60 full length episodes and 200+ videos. Proud of Jared and Randa and me and what we’ve achieved! I'm still figuring out the SEO and a b…

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Deep Dive: Pillar Performance 41:33

5M ago41:33

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This time on Cook Eat Run, Charlie Watson is joined by Dr. Dan Plews from Pillar Performance to delve into the science behind micronutrients and their impact on athletic performance. Dan, the head of research at Pillar Performance, shares insights into how specific supplements like magnesium, omega-3s, and collagen can enhance recovery and performa…

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Josh Plasse: Son of a Navy Seal Injects Discipline Into the Hollywood Game — with Fantastic Results | Morse Code Podcast #210 1:01:48

5M ago1:01:48

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Josh Plasse is an actor, producer and published author. The son of a Navy Seal, he’s appeared in more than 50 episodes of network television, including iCarly, Grey’s Anatomy and The Baxters. His first novel, Dust, drops February 4, 2025 on Resolve Editions. In 2022, Josh co-wrote, produced, and acted in the feature film Ride, starring C. Thomas Ho…

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Langhorne Slim: Finding the We in ‘We the People’ | Morse Code Podcast #209 1:08:35

6M ago1:08:35

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Langhorne Slim is a singer-songwriter based in East Nashville. His new single “We the People (F*** the Man)” is a jubilant reminder to cast a wary eye on our supposed political overlords and instead focus on those things that make a society a place worth living in: loving our neighbors, looking each other in the eye, being *actually* alive on plane…

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Sydney Marathon Unveiled: A World Major in the Making with Heather Jensen 47:17

6M ago47:17

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This week on Cook Eat Run, Charlie is joined by her friend Heather Jensen to discuss the Sydney Marathon, which is set to become a World Marathon Major in 2025. Heather shares her experience running this as part of the World Age Group Championships, spilling the beans on the course, the Expo, and her personal journey to the finish line at the Sydne…

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Ozark’s Quinnlan Ashe on Growing as an Actor by Working Behind the Camera | Morse Code Podcast #208 1:23:52

6M ago1:23:52

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Quinnlan Ashe is an actor, producer and podcaster based in Nashville, Tennessee. Among her credits are Ozark, I Want You Back, Chicago Fire, Brockmire *and* she played Lia in our own award-winning pilot, Morse Code, for which this podcast is named. Quinn's latest project is called Re-Wined. It's a podcast she hosts with friends and industry colleag…

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Spencer Thomas: Futurebirds Keyboardist Gets Real on The Joke of Life | Morse Code Podcast #207 1:10:59

6M ago1:10:59

1:10:59

Spencer Thomas is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based in Athens, Georgia. He also plays keys for the beloved cosmic jamericana touring band Futurebirds. His new record, The Joke of Life, is shot through with contributions from members of My Morning Jacket, Drive-By Truckers, Futurebirds annd — it’s been getting a lot of play at the …

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Steve Poltz Just Played the Greatest Show of His Life | Morse Code Podcast #206 1:38:46

6M ago1:38:46

1:38:46

Steve Poltz is a… a.. what is he? In the man’s own words, “I’m just a weirdo, a freak, a bon vivant, a rounder, a rabble rouser, a workaholic, a people pleaser, an idiot and a grateful kid who ran away and joined the circus.” Most of us know Poltz as one of the most charismatic live folksingers working today. Whether he’s playing little club in Hal…

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Mila Vilaplana: The Young Director Revolutionizing Visual Storytelling | Morse Code Podcast #205 50:22

7M ago50:22

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Mila Vilaplana is a film director, producer, and founder of Dipsomania, a production house focused on the creation of visually arresting psychologically-driven narratives. Originally from Cuba, Mila's work has received critical acclaim and film fest buzz for its bold Giallo-inspired imagery and unconventional approach to cinematic storytelling. Get…

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The Lone Bellow's Zach Williams on Music, Success, and Surprises | Morse Code Podcast #204 58:24

7M ago58:24

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Zach Williams is the founding member and frontman for The Lone Bellow, an Americana Folk featuring Zach, Kanene Donehey Pipkin and Brian Elmquist. Best known for their powerhouse vocals and emotive blend of folk, country, and soul, the storied trio exploded onto the scene in 2014 with their self-titled debut, which made a bunch of end-of-year lists…

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Are Gels Bad for Your Gut? Why gut health is a runner’s best friend with Gabrielle Morse 43:07

7M ago43:07

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This week Charlie chats with Gabrielle Morse, gut health expert from The Gut Health clinic about gut health for runners - foods to avoid, how to add extra fibre into your diet and what gut training means! Are energy gels are detrimental to gut health? How can runners optimise their gut health for better overall wellbeing? Gut Health Basics Gabriell…

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Yurina Yoshikawa: The Winner of the Southern Prize for Literature Finds Her Voice | Morse Code Podcast #203 1:01:33

7M ago1:01:33

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Yurina Yoshikawa is a writer, educator and Director of Education at The Porch Literary Collective here in Nashville. Her work has appeared in The Atlantic, NPR, Lit Hub, The Japan Times, The New Inquiry and this autumn she won the inaugural $25,000 Southern Prize for Literary Arts. Yurina is also a gifted musician, playing viola for the Nashville P…

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Walker Burroughs behind the spotlight: American Idol and Beyond | Morse Code Podcast #202 1:02:29

7M ago1:02:29

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Walker Burroughs is a singer, songwriter, guitarist and piano player based in Nashville Tennessee. Best known as a top 8 finalist on American Idol, he toured nationally as the keyboard player in Bobby Bones’ band, and is presently playing shows with fellow Idol alum, season 8 winner Kris Allen. Walker is currently sponsored by Yomega Yo-Yos. Get fu…

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Mason Mecartea: From Stranger Things to the #1 movie in America | Morse Code Podcast #201 1:02:28

8M ago1:02:28

1:02:28

Mason Mecartea is an actor and director based in Nashville, best known for his role as Dan Shelter in Stranger Things, and Cole in Damien Leone's Terrifier 3, which, as of this writing, is the #1 movie in the country. Get full access to The Morse Code with Korby Lenker at korby.substack.com/subscribe…

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Berlin Marathon debrief & CGM - are they useful for amateur athletes? 1:01:17

8M ago1:01:17

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Episode 13 - Berlin Marathon Debrief and CGMs This week on Cook Eat Run, Charlie and guest Alex Larson (@alexlarsonnutrition), a dietitian nutrition coach for endurance athletes, discuss the Berlin Marathon and the use of continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). She also chats with Lillie Bleasdale (@lilliesfitness on Instagram) a London Marathon champi…

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Fuelling for an Ultra with Dietician Amy Goblirsch 34:54

8M ago34:54

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This week on Cook Eat Run, Charlie chats with runner and dietitian Amy Goblirsch about her recent 100 mile race that she undertook just over a year postpartum, whilst still breastfeeding her youngest! Learn how Amy navigated pumping on course (and the additional hydration and fuelling challenges that brought) and how she tackled nutrition for a 24h…

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An interview with Lizzie diamond - balancing parenting & high level running 42:19

9M ago42:19

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Episode 11 - Recovery Nutrition for Runners This week on Cook Eat Run, Charlie chats with Lizzie Diamond, known on Instagram as @runnerof4. Lizzie shares her inspiring journey of balancing marathon training with raising four children, her reasons for running, and how she fuels for her races. Dive into her story and discover practical tips for manag…

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Andi Marie Tillman: How Pam and Pawpaw went Viral and Took Instagram by Storm | MCP #146 1:15:57

9M ago1:15:57

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On the season finale of the Morse Code Podcast, I talk with actor, comedian, musician, and self-proclaimed recovering Pentecostal Andi Marie Tillman about… well a lot of things. When someone shows up for the taping with pointy ears dressed like she escaped from the Renaissance Faire, you know it’s going to be an interesting hour. If you haven’t cau…

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Can you lose weight safely and nail your endurance nutrition? 27:08

9M ago27:08

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Running and Safe Weight Loss with Bespoke Nutrition Coach Becky, from We Eat We Move This week on Cook Eat Run, Charley dives into the often controversial topic of running and weight loss with nutrition coach Becky from We Eat We Move Nutrition. Find out how to fuel for performance while aiming for weight loss, and listen out for practical advice n…

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Amber Autry: Turning Acting Improv into Stand-Up Magic | MCP #145 1:14:41

9M ago1:14:41

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I speak with a rising star in the comedy world, the hilarious and genuine Amber Autry. The before we taped I was in the audience at a sold-out set for Amber’s Summer/Fall residency at Zanie’s in Nashville. Her bits were so seamlessly interwoven with her improvised crowd work that the stitches were invisible — I couldn’t tell where the rehearsed par…

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Derek Dienner: How to Make and sell a Multi-Million Dollar Movie, Indie Style | MCP #144 1:05:11

10M ago1:05:11

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On the latest episode of the Morse Code Podcast I speak with Emmy-nominated filmmaker Derek Dienner on his wild journey producing the independently-funded feature film — “Brave the Dark” starring Jared Harris (Mad Men, Chernobyl) — surviving cancer in his 30s, and staying motivated in a highly unpredictable industry. Derek and I met at Sundance Fil…

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Swimming Nutrition with Lara Giusti 28:38

10M ago28:38

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Swimming Nutrition with Lara Giusti of Veloforte This week on Cook Eat Run, Charlie chats with Lara Giusti, co-founder and head chef at Veloforte, about the unique challenges of nutrition for swimming. Lara shares her journey of creating Veloforte to provide natural sports nutrition options and offers invaluable tips on how to effectively fuel for …

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Natalya Kay: When the Girl Next Door is Suddenly Playing the Hollywood Bowl with Paul McCartney | MCP #143 54:27

10M ago54:27

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Natalya Kay is a fiddler in the Irish tradition and a key member of Celtic super group Gaelic Storm. She and I met in the spring of 2020 when she moved into the house next door to mine in East Nashville. I think the first time we jammed was at a party in my front yard. I remember thinking two things about that encounter. One was, Man this girl can …

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Alex Wong: An Artist I Admire Challenges Me on the Privilege of Non-Engagement | MCP #142 1:10:22

10M ago1:10:22

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I speak with Latin GRAMMY-nominated songwriter, producer, artist, activist, chef and friend Alex Wong about his lifelong evolution as an indie music maker and meaning seeker. Whether writing and performing his own award-winning songs or producing albums for such luminaries as Vienna Teng and Delta Rae, Alex has always pushed his work beyond convent…

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