Best Dr James Kirby Podcasts (2025)

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Four Shots in the Night, Part 2: The Spymaster's Dilemma | Northern Ireland 53:06

1d ago53:06

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Author Henry Hemming tells the twisting tale of two very different British spies operating in Northern Ireland during the 30-year conflict known as The Troubles. In Part 2, Frank Hegarty and Freddie Scappaticci are drawn ever deeper into the violent world of the Provisional IRA - and soon, there'll be no turning back. From SPYSCAPE, the home of sec…

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Update from Washington: Harmeet Dhillon 13:16

4d ago13:16

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Harmeet K. Dhillon is a nationally recognized civil rights and constitutional law attorney, founder of the Dhillon Law Group, and founder of the Center for American Liberty. Born in Chandigarh, India in 1969, she moved to the U.S. as a child and has become a prominent Republican Party official and legal commentator. From 2016 until April 2025, she …

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Mental Health the New Physical Way, with Clinical Psychologist Bart Traynor 27:28

5d ago27:28

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In this episode of Psych for Life, I chat with Clinical Psychologist, Bart Traynor, who has a particular passion for men's mental health and helping athletes and people become the very best version of themselves. He also consults with and provides training and support to organisations struggling with mental health issues in the workplace. Bart is H…

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Exposing Transhumanism: The Battle for Our Souls, feat. Joe Allen 1:09:13

7d ago1:09:13

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Joe Allen has written for Chronicles, The Federalist, Human Events, The National Pulse, Parabola, Salvo, and Protocol: The Journal of the Entertainment Technology Industry. He holds a master’s degree from Boston University, where he studied cognitive science and human evolution as they pertain to religion. As an arena rigger, he’s toured the world …

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Four Shots in the Night, Part 1: The Man From Derry | Northern Ireland 59:29

8d ago59:29

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Author Henry Hemming tells the twisting tale of two very different British spies operating in Northern Ireland during the 30-year conflict known as The Troubles. In Part 1, family man Frank Hegarty and menacing IRA enforcer Freddie Scappaticci begin down a dark path together - one that ends in the dark, deep in the Irish borderlands. From SPYSCAPE,…

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Science, Spirit, and Courage in the Midst of Covid, feat. Dr. Joe Ladapo 52:26

14d ago52:26

52:26

Dr. Joseph Ladapo is a Nigerian-American physician and health policy researcher currently serving as the Surgeon General of Florida since 2021. Born in Nigeria, he immigrated to the United States at the age of 5 with his family when his father, a microbiologist, came to continue his studies. Dr. Ladapo completed his undergraduate studies at Wake Fo…

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True Spies Classic: The Ace of Spies | Historical 52:25

15d ago52:25

52:25

Who was Britain's Ace of Spies? The truth is, nobody really knows. But the name he used was Sidney Reilly - and nobody did it better. In this classic episode of True Spies, Vanessa Kirby follows Sidney on his dark and bloody path through the early 20th century, reckoning with oil barons, personal pride, and the rise of Communism. From SPYSCAPE, the…

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Finding Good Role Models – It’s never too late 8:33

19d ago8:33

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A role model is a person whose behavior, example, or success is admired and imitated by others, particularly by younger people. They serve as a source of inspiration and guidance, influencing values, attitudes, and behaviors. As we grow and develop through life – having good role models can really make us – and not having them may break us! In this…

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Defending Farmers and Fighting for Food Freedom, feat. Pete Kennedy 56:35

21d ago56:35

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Pete Kennedy is an attorney based in Sarasota, Florida, with decades of experience defending food freedom and small-scale farming. From 2008 to 2016, he served as President of the Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund, where he championed the rights of farmers and consumers against overreach by state and federal regulators. Pete has represented or su…

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True Spies Debriefs: Prof. Hanna Diamond on Josephine Baker 40:58

22d ago40:58

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Celebrity, campaigner, national treasure... spy. This year, Josephine Baker's memoirs have been made available in English for the first time. The University of Cardiff's Prof. Hanna Diamond tells Morgan Childs more about the extraordinary life of a showbiz spy in wartime France. From SPYSCAPE, the HQ of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series …

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How the Medical System Failed Us, feat. Dr. Mollie James 59:10

28d ago59:10

59:10

Dr. Mollie James is a board-certified critical care physician and trauma surgeon with frontline experience treating COVID-19 patients in both New York City and the Midwest. A vocal advocate for medical freedom and informed consent, she founded the James Clinic to provide patient-centered care without insurance or government interference.…

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Britain's Agent | Historical 1:04:38

29d ago1:04:38

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Professor James Crossland of Liverpool John Moores University uncovers the extraordinary life of a British diplomat-cum-spy in Bolshevik Russia - Robert Bruce Lockhart. A tale of doomed love, assassination, failed coups and bad reputations. From SPYSCAPE, the home of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Foley. Produced by Fran…

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When mental illness enters your family, with author Sarah Martin 30:04

1M ago30:04

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In this episode of Psych for Life, I chat with Sarah Martin, author of Dear Psychosis, her first award-winning book describing not only the dramatic rescue of her unwell daughter from Turkey, but the ongoing impact of helping a loved one deal with mental illness. Despite being an experienced theatre nurse and part of an extended family of medical p…

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Christian Apologetics and the Case for Christ, feat. Wes Huff 1:08:44

1M ago1:08:44

1:08:44

Wesley “Wes” Huff is a Canadian Christian apologist, theologian, and scholar specializing in biblical manuscripts and Christian theology. Born in Multan, Pakistan, he spent his early years in the Middle East, significantly influencing his interest in cultural and theological studies. At the age of 11, Huff was diagnosed with a rare neurological con…

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True Spies Classic: Her Majesty's Secret Service | Historical 53:51

1M ago53:51

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In this historic True Spies Classic, Protestant England faces an existential threat from Catholic Spain. Queen Elizabeth calls on Sir Francis Walsingham, the Royal spymaster, to undermine the Spanish war effort. Vanessa Kirby tells a story of loyalty, fear, and the terrible lengths to which a good spy will go to protect Queen and Country. From SPYS…

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Update from Washington: Brendan Carr 19:39

1M ago19:39

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Brendan Carr's career in telecommunications policy spans over a decade. He began his legal career as a clerk for Judge Dennis W. Shedd of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. Later, he worked as an attorney at Wiley Rein LLP, focusing on appellate, litigation, and telecom practices. In 2012, Carr joined the FCC as a staffer, working on…

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No Shot: The Trump Nominee Pharma Feared, feat. Dr. Dave Weldon 42:44

1M ago42:44

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Dr. Dave Weldon is a physician and former member of Congress. He was born in Amityville, New York, on August 31, 1953. After graduating from Stony Brook University in 1978, he earned his M.D. from the University at Buffalo School of Medicine in 1981. Dr. Weldon served in the U.S Army from 1981 to 1987 and in the Army Reserve from 1987 until 1992. A…

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True Spies Debriefs: Dr. Jenny Benham on Medieval Spycraft 49:30

1M ago49:30

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Historian Dr. Jenny Benham joins Morgan Childs to explore the murky world of medieval espionage. You'll learn about the real 'little birds' who inspired Game of Thrones' Master of Whisperers, and the exiles, slaves and captives who parlayed information for security in a time before formalised intelligence agencies. Dr. Jenny Benham is Reader in Med…

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Update from Washington: U.S. Rep. Thomas Massie 16:34

2M ago16:34

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U.S. Representative Thomas Massie entered Congress in November 2012 after serving as Lewis County Judge Executive. He represents Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District, which stretches across Northern Kentucky and 280 miles of the Ohio River. U.S. Representative Massie attended the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, earning a Bachelor’s degree i…

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How Self-Compassion Helps our Challenges, with Dr James Kirby, Clinical Psychologist 36:58

2M ago36:58

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In this episode of Psych for Life, I chat with Australia's leading compassion researcher, James Kirby, Ph.D., an Associate Professor, Clinical Psychologist, Director of the Clinical Programs, and the Co-Director of the Compassionate Mind Research Group at the University of Queensland. James examines factors that facilitate and inhibit compassionate…

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Uncovering Chemtrails: Geoengineering, Weather Control, and Government Secrecy, feat. Peter Kirby 1:43:17

2M ago1:43:17

1:43:17

Peter Kirby is a researcher, writer, and activist based in San Rafael, California. Born in 1971 in San Francisco and raised in nearby Brisbane, California, he has a background in radio, television, and film, having studied at Cal State Long Beach and San Francisco State. Since 2009, Kirby has focused extensively on researching and writing about geo…

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The Misadventures of Martha Dodd, Part 2: The Left Behind | KGB 57:22

2M ago57:22

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Content Warning: This episode contains adult themes throughout. When defense journalist Brendan McNally stumbled across a long-forgotten name in 1990s Prague, he had no idea of the remarkable story he would uncover. It belongs to Martha Dodd: ambassador's daughter, mistress to Nazi officials, and Stalinist spy. In the second episode of this two-par…

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Moratorium on mRNA & Restoring Honor in Public Health, feat. Dr. Kat Lindley 56:49

2M ago56:49

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Dr. Lindley is a board-certified family physician with a direct primary care practice in Texas. She became a family physician out of love for the idea of taking care of the whole family and seeing the family grow. Later in her career, she became interested in helping find solutions to improve the overall healthcare system and is a passionate advoca…

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The Misadventures of Martha Dodd, Part 1: The Pink Lady | KGB 42:20

2M ago42:20

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Content Warning: This episode contains adult themes throughout. When defense journalist Brendan McNally stumbled across a long-forgotten name in 1990s Prague, he had no idea of the remarkable story he would uncover. It belongs to Martha Dodd: ambassador's daughter, mistress to Nazi officials, and Stalinist spy. In the first episode of this two-part…

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Update from Washington: U.S. Sen. Tim Sheehy 14:14

2M ago14:14

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Tim Sheehy is a father, husband, combat veteran, patriot, and an entrepreneur. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy class of 2008 with a B.S. in History, Tim completed several deployments and hundreds of missions as a US Navy SEAL Officer and Team Leader, deploying to Iraq, Afghanistan, South America, and the Pacific region. Tim was honored to serv…

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Transitioning to Being a Father, with Gender Equality Activist, Mark Morris 49:39

2M ago49:39

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In this episode of Psych for Life, I'm talking with Mark Morris about all things transitioning to being a father. Mark is a passionate advocate for positive masculinity and gender equality, an active dad of 2 and volunteers at his children’s school and local football club. With more than 20 years of leadership experience and a degree in Psychology,…

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True Spies Classic: Operation Inter | StB 46:01

2M ago46:01

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In this True Spies Classic, it's the late 1980s, and change is in the air in Eastern Europe. For a young journalist like Mark Baker, Czechoslovakia is an interesting place to be. But Mark has attracted some unwanted attention - a fact that he'll only discover several decades later. Sophia Di Martino joins Mark to travel through the True Spies looki…

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Big Ag, Big Lies: How Our Food System Was Hijacked and Monopolized, feat. Austin Frerick 1:17:55

2M ago1:17:55

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Austin Frerick is an expert on agricultural and antitrust policy. In 2024, he published his debut book, entitled Barons: Money, Power, and the Corruption of America’s Food Industry. The book profiles a series of powerful magnates to illustrate the concentration of power in the global food system. Barons has received universal acclaim, including a c…

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True Spies Debriefs: Dr. Daniela Richterova on the Jackals in Prague 51:02

2M ago51:02

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Dr. Daniela Richterova joins host Morgan Childs to discuss the relationship between Cold War intelligence agencies and non-state actors like the infamous Carlos the Jackal. Dr. Richterova is Senior Lecturer in Intelligence Studies at Kings College, University of London From SPYSCAPE, the HQ of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: …

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Your job and your mental health - a crossroad 9:40

3M ago9:40

9:40

Life brings crossroads every so often. When our work conflicts with our mental health – this is a major crossroad – and one that comes to many of us sooner or later in our careers. Most of us are lucky enough to be able to direct the quality of our lives, and these crossroads are opportunities to take stock, take charge and work out what the next b…

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The Dark Side of Surrogacy & IVF, feat. Kallie Fell 1:22:30

3M ago1:22:30

1:22:30

Kallie Fell started her professional career as a scientist in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center utilizing a Master of Science degree in Animal Sciences with an emphasis on Reproductive Physiology and Molecular Biology from Purdue University. While assisting in the investigation of endometriosis and …

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MI9 Unmasked, Part 2: Italian Jobs | WW2 40:35

3M ago40:35

40:35

Hear again from British historian Helen Fry, joining Rhiannon Neads for the second and final installment of a two-part dive into one of the most crucial, but little-known intelligence forces of the Second World War - MI9. Hear the conclusion to the gripping story of the department, and reasons behind their ultimate secrecy in a post-WW2 world... Fr…

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The General Targeted by His Own Government, feat. The Flynn Family 1:13:13

3M ago1:13:13

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Lieutenant General (Ret.) Michael Flynn is a former National Security Advisor and decorated military intelligence officer with over three decades of service in the U.S. Army. He played a pivotal role in counterterrorism efforts, leading the Defense Intelligence Agency and advising on national security matters. A vocal advocate for government accoun…

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The California Chef Who Refused to Bend the Knee, feat. Chef Andrew Gruel 1:08:18

3M ago1:08:18

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Chef Andrew Gruel, a graduate of Johnson & Wales University, is a food entrepreneur and media personality. He is the CEO and founder of American Gravy Restaurant Group, which includes Calico Fishhouse, Big Parm Pizza, Two Birds Chicken, Butterleaf, Lolo’s Tacos, and 101 Burger. Previously, he founded Slapfish Restaurant Group, an award-winning food…

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MI9 Unmasked, Part 1: Escape and Evasion | WW2 40:07

3M ago40:07

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British historian Helen Fry joins Rhiannon Neads for the first installment of a two-part dive into one of the most crucial, but little-known intelligence forces of the Second World War - MI9. Charged with facilitating the escape of Allied POWs, MI9 employed various ingenious tactics - including, but not limited to, a chocolate gun. Yes, really. You…

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Racing the Sydney-Hobart - chosen + unchosen challenges in life, with sailor Dr. Emmanuella Noble 25:38

3M ago25:38

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In my first new episode for 2025, I welcomed Dr Emmanuella Noble, a Clinical Psychologist and Sailor who recently completed the classic Sydney to Hobart oceanic yacht race. Emmanuella is deeply passionate about reducing the stigma of Mental Health in the community and she often talks about health and wellbeing issues. Listen in to our conversation …

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DOGE, USAID, NGOs, and Exposing Government Corruption, feat. DataRepublican 16:59

3M ago16:59

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DataRepublican, a data engineer turned digital detective, has uncovered waste, fraud, and abuse at the highest levels of the U.S. government. Working independently, she has supported the DOGE team from the outside by mapping the ties between USAID funding, shady NGOs, and the mainstream media.By Nicole Shanahan

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True Spies Classic: Blinking Red | CIA 52:28

3M ago52:28

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In this True Spies Classic, CIA analyst Gina Bennett shows Vanessa Kirby the origins of America's most infamous enemy. Throughout the 1990s, Osama bin Laden launched a series of attacks on American interests at home and abroad. Operating in the man's world of counter-terrorism, Gina had to fight to have the threat he posed taken seriously. Would YO…

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Trans, Detrans, and Everything Before and After, feat. Chloe Cole 1:06:36

3M ago1:06:36

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Chloe Cole is a young activist from California who advocates against sex change treatments for minors. Driven by a noble mission to safeguard children from potentially harmful medical interventions, Chloe draws from her own personal experiences to shed light on the distressing consequences of these procedures on young adolescents. Having embarked o…

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Update from Washington: Steve Bannon 29:26

3M ago29:26

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Steve Bannon, a key strategist for Donald Trump, has remained a major force in the MAGA movement. A former naval officer, Goldman Sachs banker, and media executive, he led Breitbart News and helped shape Trump’s 2016 campaign. After leaving the White House, he continued to rally grassroots support, champion populist nationalism, and drive the MAGA …

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True Spies Debriefs: Gina Bennett on the new paradigm for national security 56:36

3M ago56:36

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Former CIA counterterrorism analyst, hunter of Bin Laden, author and proud mother - hear from the fantastic Gina Bennett in this week's Debrief. Bennett authored the earliest warnings of today’s terrorism trends including the 1993 report that foreshadowed the danger of Osama bin Laden. Hear her current prescient predictions for what she is calling …

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Update from Washington: U.S. Sen. Rand Paul 25:25

3M ago25:25

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U.S. Senator Rand Paul, M.D., is recognized as one of the nation's leading advocates for liberty in the United States Senate. Dr. Paul has proven to be an outspoken champion of constitutional rights and fiscal responsibility. As a fierce advocate against government overreach, Dr. Paul has fought tirelessly to return the government to its limited co…

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Spying On The Reich | Historical 56:47

4M ago56:47

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International Relations journalist and author, R.T Howard, reveals the tensions, subterfuge and devastating errors that marked the first Cold War. In the 1920s and 30s, the Allies waged an intelligence war against a rising star in global politics - Adolf Hitler. Young intelligence agencies tried in vain to penetrate the Nazi's veil of secrecy. In t…

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Summer Series 4 - How our digital habits + behaviours impact our stress + relationships, with Dr Kristy Goodwin 33:27

4M ago33:27

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During Summer, I’ll be sharing my Summer Series - a replay of some of our most popular Psych for Life podcast episodes. I hope you enjoy them as much as my other listeners have. There's no escaping that we live in a digital world. However, our digital habits are impacting our stress and relationships more than ever, so I chat with Dr Kristy Goodwin…

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Reclaiming Women’s Health and Spiritual Wisdom, feat. Dr. Christiane Northrup 1:10:39

4M ago1:10:39

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Dr. Christiane Northrup, a pioneering OB-GYN and author, has spent her career advocating for women’s health, spirituality, and bodily autonomy. With a background in both traditional medicine and holistic wellness, she has challenged conventional practices surrounding birth, menopause, and reproductive care. Known for her groundbreaking books such a…

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True Spies Classic: The Nuclear Superhighway | CIA 54:46

4M ago54:46

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In this classic episode of True Spis, undercover CIA agent James Olson takes Vanessa Kirby on a nail-biting mission behind the Iron Curtain. In the late 1970s, James was tasked with tapping an underground communications line between Moscow and a top-secret nuclear weapons facility. Under constant surveillance from the KGB, he would need to use a co…

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Council of the Canceled: Medical Freedom, feat: Dr. Bowden, Dr. Wakefield, and Dr. Kruse 1:30:22

4M ago1:30:22

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Dr. Mary Bowden Dr. Mary Bowden is a board-certified otolaryngologist and founder of BreatheMD in Houston, Texas. Known for her commitment to patient-centered care, she focuses on innovative approaches to ear, nose, and throat health, including allergy treatments and breathing optimization. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she became a vocal advocate …

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Summer Series 3 - Co-dependence - why it makes us miserable and how to untangle it 11:09

4M ago11:09

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During Summer, I’ll be sharing my Summer Series - a replay of some of our most popular Psych for Life podcast episodes. I hope you enjoy them as much as my other listeners have. Co-dependence may seem like the latest buzzy word, however if you're wanting healthy relationships in your life, it's one you should probably pay attention to. The cornerst…

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True Spies Debriefs: Bob Dougherty on transnational repression 39:15

4M ago39:15

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Do you know about the rising threats posed by transnational repression? Hear from Bob Dougherty, veteran of 26 years as a CIA undercover operations officer. Today, Bob works as an instructor for multiple government agencies, increasingly speaking on the dangers of transnational repression; the intimidation, harassment, or other human rights abuses …

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Digging for Gold | Cold War 1:05:57

4M ago1:05:57

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Journalist and author Steve Vogel unravels the unlikely tale of George Blake, the cunning Cold War double-agent who betrayed one of the most ambitious wire-tapping operations of the 1950s - and made a name for himself as one of spycraft's greatest escapologists. From SPYSCAPE, the HQ of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Fol…

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