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The monthly podcast from Ignys the multi award winning, ethical electronic engineering consultants. Another Bright Spark features leading figures form the world of electronics, renewables, EV, offering their experiences, insights, anecdotes and opinions. In the words of our host Neale Mighall - “we talk to some really interesting people”. Discover more at www.ignys.com
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The Shá Sparks Show. When was the last time you felt Fired up about your life? Ever think there is no way that you could start a business because you have been through so much or you don’t have the right college degree? This podcast shares the journeys of those who invested in themselves and the people around them. From interviews with business and military leaders to people who have found their purpose and started a non-profit, their stories will inspire you to invest in yourself first so i ...
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Just Asking

Just Asking

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Thought-provoking, not thought-providing. Ian Scott and Covington Doan created this show to spark curiosity and inspire you to consider meaningful questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Outsider Inc.

Ian Hathaway

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Outsider Inc. is dedicated to visionary leaders breaking the mold of tech entrepreneurship. Hosted by Ian Hathaway—co-author of The Startup Community Way: Evolving an Entrepreneurial Ecosystem and co-founder of seed-stage venture capital firm FOVC—each episode delivers exclusive interviews and insider insights from exceptional founders building generation-defining companies. Join us for an in-depth exploration into the real-life stories of entrepreneurs from unexpected places and backgrounds ...
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The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed

The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed

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The Fantasy Writers' Toolshed is devoted to all things creative writing, fantasy fiction and book marketing. Hosted by writer Richie Billing, expect interviews with bestselling fantasy authors, historians, psychologists and the occasional FBI agent. New episode released on the 14th of each month. WRITING TIPS https://richiebilling.com/ JOIN OUR DISCORD COMMUNITY AND GET OUR NEWSLETTER https://mailchi.mp/be6082d43b39/the-writers-toolshed EXCLUSIVE RESOURCES AND FANTASY WRITING WORKSHOPS https ...
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Ted Baker Presents: Broaden Your Horizons Step into a world of style, storytelling, and self-discovery with Ted Baker Presents: Broaden Your Horizons - the official podcast celebrating the 2025 Spring/Summer collection. Hosted by music producer and media commentator Tre Lowe, as this limited series explores new beginnings, reinvention, and inspiration. Join Miles Nazaire, Emily Tierney, Katie Wolf, and Solomon Ian-Sangala as they share powerful stories on embracing change, slowing down, and ...
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The Life Shift Podcast shares real, honest conversations about the pivotal moments that transform lives. Host Matt Gilhooly invites guests to explore the life-changing events, unexpected challenges, and personal awakenings that shaped who they are today. Through candid storytelling, listeners discover powerful journeys of identity, resilience, grief, healing, and growth. If you’re drawn to personal growth stories, inspired by how people rebuild after loss, or fascinated by the quiet moments ...
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Discourse Magazine Podcast

Mercatus Center at George Mason University

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On the Discourse Magazine Podcast, you’ll hear from a diverse range of authors, thinkers, and scholars who are dedicated to discourse, to the notion that good thinking and good ideas arise amid the interplay of different viewpoints and perspectives. In these conversations, we discuss a variety of different topics, and almost everything is on the table. We hope that you enjoy the podcast and that these conversations help spark new thinking and more... discourse.
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ABC News Daily is the podcast that helps you understand the issues affecting your world. Every episode, host Samantha Hawley walks through one story with the help of an ABC colleague or expert in under 15 minutes. When you want coverage you can trust, listen to ABC News Daily. Key topics of recent episodes include the Donald Trump administration, DOGE, Tesla, insurance costs, recession risks, egg shortages, DeepSeek, neo-Nazis, Putin and Xi, solar batteries, the jobs market, anti-Semitism, a ...
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Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast

Lehigh Valley with Love

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Welcome to the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast. The aim of this podcast is to connect you to stories and personalities living in or affecting the Lehigh Valley area of Pennsylvania, encompassing the cities of Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton and many other wonderful communities in-between. We talk to business owners, musicians, authors, students, politicians, and maybe even you. [email protected] www.LehighValleywithLoveMedia.com/Podcast
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My mission for the podcast is to guide individuals on a journey of self-discovery, helping them understand that they are far greater than their fleeting thoughts. Negative thoughts are mental clutter— head trash that clouds our minds and stifles our potential. It’s crucial to rise above this mental noise and embrace the vibrant essence of your soul, where true miracles await. Together, we will explore strategies to clear away this clutter, allowing you to tap into your inner strength and exp ...
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As a caregiver life can be filled with lots of love and many challenges. Caring for a loved one can sometimes lead to loneliness, which can make one ask, “Why Me?” At the days end and you’re tucking your loved one in for the night. You can reflect on how much you love them. You wake up the next day to do it all over again, facing good days and bad. But, it’s the love that fills the void. It’s a smile or they look at you, knowingly. It’s a little spark in their eyes that tells you that God wi ...
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Welcome to "The Tailgate Coffee Table," a space where we have conversations outside the bounds of small talk. There’s something about sipping a cup of coffee or being outdoors, sitting in the bed of a truck, that allows us to speak more deeply than in everyday life. Every week, we chat with unique, accomplished, and downright interesting individuals who come from all walks of life. Their incredible stories and experiences give us a unique perspective of the world through their eyes. Sharing ...
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The Fire You Carry

Nole Lilley and Kevin Welsh

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Everyone carries fire. It is inside of you right now. It may be a spark; it may be embers; or it may be full-blown, raging flames. It may have been given to you by someone; maybe passed on from fathers, mothers, grandparents, coaches, or friends. The fire may be acquired from tragedy and difficulties in your own life. Or it may be passed on to you from someone distant; someone you don't even know; but still they have left a mark. These are the things we talk about on this podcast. We, oursel ...
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The Support Raising Podcast, a Via podcast, seeks to flood the world with spiritually healthy, vision-driven, fully funded Great Commission workers. Whether you are just starting out, or a seasoned veteran, the Support Raising Podcast is devoted to bringing you thoughtful content through practical tips and real life stories to help you on your support raising journey. Guests of the Support Raising Podcast are active in raising and living on full support, and are invited to share their wisdom ...
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An Uncommon Dialogue

Flerida @ Healing Networks

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Flerida from Healing Networks is a Spiritual Advisor, Intuitive + Psychic Medium who does energy readings for people all over the world via video chat. Offers personalised coaching to those wanting to enhance their intuitive gifts and develop their natural talents. 'An Uncommon Dialogue' is a storytelling platform, for all sorts of creatives, healers and game changers who discuss their chosen line of work, passion, drive, life lessons, plus challenges... whilst dropping little 'gold nuggets' ...
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The Fuel Podcast

Keith Smith

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Welcome to The Fuel Podcast, your ultimate guide to understanding the captivating world of creative marketing and how agencies manage to drive growth. Hosted by Keith Smith, a seasoned creative agency new business leader, this podcast aims to unravel the mysteries behind the success of creative agencies worldwide. From crafting memorable brands to forming efficient teams and attracting clients, we dive deep into the art of creative marketing. We explore the essence of creativity in the realm ...
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Have you ever considered applying paint with a car? Not *to* a car - *with* a car... no? That's probably because you're not our Another Bright Spark guest Ian Cook aka Pop Bang Colour, the disruptive artist shaking up the automotive industry. We talk about the challenges and triumphs of breaking world records, painting with radio-controlled cars an…
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In this enlightening episode of The Vibrant Soul Society, Baba Sam speaks with Xander Phelps, a self-proclaimed 'Ambassador of Play.' Zander shares his journey from the stress of a demanding job to a life filled with joy through play, specifically focusing on his experiences with hacky sack and juggling. The conversation explores the mental and phy…
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Charlotte Mullins and Katja Hoyer are with Tom Sutcliffe to review The Royal Academy of Arts' Kiefer/Van Gogh exhibition, Nell Stevens novel The Original, and German language film From Hilde, with Love. And Sarfraz Manzoor is on to discuss a new Bruce Springsteen compilation – Tracks II: The Lost Albums Presenter: Tom SutcliffeProducer: Claire Bart…
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Donald Trump was elected on the promise of putting America first and staying out of foreign conflicts. So the US President’s decision to bomb Iranian nuclear facilities caused the first and very public split among his Make America Great Again base, with influential figures like Tucker Carlson and Steve Bannon leading the charge against US involveme…
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UK Culture Secretary LIsa Nandy talks us through the Government's new Creative Industries Sector Plan which aims to unlock growth and opportunity in culture, media and sport. Last week 27-year-old Scottish author Margaret McDonald become the youngest ever winner of the Carnegie medal for children's writing, for her debut novel Glasgow Boys, a book …
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One of Iran’s closest allies outside the Middle East is Russia. So, why did Vladimir Putin decide not to come to Tehran’s aid and provide military support as Israel and then America worked to destroy its nuclear program? Today, Anna Borshchevskaya from the Washington Institute, an expert in Russia’s policy in the Middle East, on what the war means …
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In this episode of Outsider Inc., host Ian Hathaway interviews Dug Song, co-founder of Duo Security, which sold to Cisco for $2.35B in 2018. Dug shares his unconventional journey from latchkey kid and hacker to leading one of Michigan’s biggest tech exits — and building a culture-first cybersecurity company grounded in empathy, usability, and trust…
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Gift of Purpose: Ian Chamandy's Guide to Finding Your North Star In this episode of 'The Vibrant Soul Society, The Conversations,' host Baba Sam the Miracle Man welcomes Ian Chamandy. Ian shares his experience of defining truth in advertising and how it led him to create a robust three-part methodology to help individuals and businesses find their …
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Billy Porter, famous for his Broadway roles in such shows as Kinky Boots and Grease, and onscreen in Pose and Cinderella is making his directorial debut in theatre with This Bitter Earth. Jesse is an introspective Black playwright and when Neil, Jesse’s boyfriend, who is a white Black Lives Matter activist, accuses him of political apathy, their pa…
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What do you do when your partner says, “I have tumors in my lungs and spine”? We don’t get instructions for that kind of moment. And we definitely don’t get told what it means to carry someone you love through the hardest, slowest, most beautiful goodbye. In this episode, I talk with Tony Stewart—writer, partner, caregiver—about what shifted the da…
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Donald Trump has announced a ceasefire in the Israel-Iran war, declaring it should be called “The 12 Day War”. But there was confusion over whether Iran and Israel had agreed in the hours following the social media post. It came not long after Iran fired missiles at an American military base in Qatar, retaliating against the US bombing of its key n…
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Samira talks to legendary Hollywood producer Jerry Bruckheimer, whose latest film F1 stars Brad Pitt as a racing car driver. Alistair McGowan and Dr Caroline Potter celebrate the extraordinary music and life of the French composer Erik Satie, whose centenary is marked on Radio 3 on Saturday. Alistair's play about Satie, called Three Pieces in the S…
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After the US bombing of key nuclear facilities, Donald Trump is now raising the prospect of regime change in Iran. He wants to Make Iran Great Again and says it’s not ‘politically correct’ to discuss the idea, but he asks ‘why wouldn’t there be a regime change?’. Today, Ali Vaez from the International Crisis Group on the three options now open to I…
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In this episode, Greg Rudiger shares his journey through the fire service, the impact of family legacy, and his transition to a new calling focused on resilience and authenticity. He discusses the challenges of PTSD, the importance of emotional connection, and the birth of his training company, R.A.D., which aims to empower others in the fire servi…
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The United States has joined the war with Iran, with American war planes dropping bombs on three Iranian nuclear sites. Donald Trump addressed the American people from the White House. He claims US bombs have “totally obliterated” Iran’s key nuclear enrichment sites. Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thinks the action could usher in a futu…
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Beyond the Ego: Keri Nola's Journey to Authentic Living In this episode of the Vibrant Soul Society, the Conversation, Kerry Nola shares her remarkable journey from being a successful psychotherapist to answering a deeper spiritual calling. After experiencing mysterious physical ailments and failing to find solutions through traditional medicine, K…
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Madeline Sharafian and Domee Shi talk to tom Sutcliffe about directing Pixar's latest film Elio, about a lonely boy who wants to make contact with aliens. The film is then reviewed by film producer and critic Jason Solomons and art critic and writer Hettie Judah. Tom and guests also discuss a major retrospective of the work of painter Jenny Saville…
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A week since Israel began the conflict with Iran there’s been no great shock to the global economy. But a significant escalation in the conflict could see a spike in oil and petrol prices, raising the prospect of surging inflation, once again. Today, the ABC’s finance expert Alan Kohler steps through the potential impacts for Australians’ finances …
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On the opening night of the Glasgow Jazz Festival, Mercury Prize-shortlisted pianist Fergus McCreadie performs from his forthcoming album The Shieling live in the Front Row studio. Writer and Edinburgh Makar Michael Pedersen talks about his debut novel Muckle Flugga – a story of love and family set on a remote Scottish island – and reads from the p…
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Israel’s strikes against Iran took the regime and residents in Tehran largely by surprise. Even though striking Iran’s nuclear infrastructure had long been part of Israel’s playbook, the Israeli people have been caught up as some Iranian missiles get through the defences. The conflict has been foreshadowed in warnings Prime Minister Benjamin Netany…
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It's Episode 14 of Another Bright Spark and we're talking to the fabulous Helen Carrie. Freelancer, technology and finance copywriter, brand advocate content marketer, messaging strategist and senior producer for Bafta nominated television... It's fair to say Helen has more hats than a milliner - all of which gives her a unique perspective and expe…
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Roxanne Chaput's Near-Death Experience Sparks NEW LIFE Join Baba Sam in the latest episode of the Vibrant Soul Society as he converses with global luminary Roxanne Chaput. Roxanne delves into her sacred purpose of empowering conscious leaders to create meaningful change within their communities. She shares her incredible journey from childhood real…
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RuPaul's Drag Race producers Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato join Nick Ahad to talk about their career making making television and movies, ahead of being guests of honour at this year's Sheffield DocFest. Radio 3 presenter Tom Service discusses the life and legacy of Alfred Brendel who was a celebrated author, poet and pianist. Caroline Norbury, t…
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Israel has been ramping up pressure on Donald Trump for the US to join its strikes on Iran. It’s believed that only the US has the bombs that could destroy Iran’s nuclear facilities hidden deep underground. But does the Iranian regime actually have the nuclear capability the Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu says it does and was it really close to …
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Danny Boyle and Alex Garland tell Tom Sutcliffe about their new film, 28 Years Later; a whole new take on the story which stars Ralph Fiennes, Jodie Comer and Aaron Taylor-Johnson. It's the follow up to their post-apocalyptic fast-paced, gory zombie movies 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later. The Rage virus escaped a medical research laboratory and - …
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From walking out of school to creating art worldwide, Danny Suede chose his own way forward. What if the life you want is just past the fear? So many of us stay stuck because the obstacles are loud and obvious — the job, the money, the expectations. But the route to the life we dream about? That path is quiet. Subtle. Hidden. In this episode, I tal…
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In this heartfelt episode, Nole shares his personal struggles with mental health, vulnerability, and the journey of healing. He discusses the challenges of quitting nicotine, the impact of past traumas, and the importance of faith and community support in overcoming difficulties. Nole emphasizes the need for honesty and vulnerability in sharing exp…
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As Donald Trump was watching a military parade in Washington DC, huge numbers of Americans took to the streets in the largest nationwide protests against his administration since his return to the White House. They were declaring ‘No Kings’, rallying against what they say is Trump’s authoritarian tendencies and the threat he poses to democracy. Tod…
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Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu insists his sweeping attacks on Iran are a necessity to protect his country from a ‘nuclear holocaust’. But what is his ultimate aim? The two countries are exchanging attacks, with an Israeli strike hitting the world’s biggest gas field and some Iranian missiles hitting buildings inside Israel. Prime Minister Netan…
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Amy Taylor - former Red Bull CMO - in charge of one of the world’s mostmemorable brands made her own daring leap become CEO of a publicly listed Good For You drinks company Zevia which has ambitions to be verbified for all types of positive, healthy food and beverage products. We discuss her 20+ year career at Red Bull and her transition into the m…
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In this episode, I’m joined by New York Times Best Selling fantasy author, Kel Kade. Kel’s new book, Sanctum of the Soul, was published by Tor in February 2025 and completes her brilliant new trilogy. As well as discussing the new book, we also dive into the character creation process and how to create fantasy worlds, discussing techniques and meth…
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In this episode of the Vibrant Soul Society’s 'The Conversations,' host Baba Sam, the Miracle Man, interviews Hope Fitzgerald. Hope, a spiritual teacher, introduces her work with the Infinity Wave, an energetic practice designed to promote spiritual evolution and healing. Hope shares her spiritual journey, which began at age nine with an early curi…
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Professor John Mullan and writer Lucy O’Brien join Tom to review More, Pulp's first album in nearly 24 years. They also discuss exhibitions by the 20th century British artists Edward Burra and Ithell Colquhoun which are running in parallel at Tate Britain. Plus they give their verdict on Jane Austen Wrecked My Life, inspired by actual experiences o…
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Across America, protests against Donald Trump’s immigration raids are popping up, a week since the unrest in Los Angeles began. Protesters are incensed that US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents continue to enter workplaces to round up undocumented immigrants. But it’s Donald Trump’s decision to send California National Guard troops and Mar…
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Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys remembered Turner Prize winning artist Rachel Whiteread talks about her retrospective exhibition at the brand new Goodwood Art Foundation in Sussex. We celebrate the centenary of the National Library of Scotland and hear about its plans to send important items from its collection to museums around the country - from N…
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Surrender & Awaken: Ellie on Meditation and Self-Discovery Join Baba Sam, the Miracle Man, for a soul-to-soul conversation on the Vibrant Soul Society. In this episode, special guest Ellie Laliberté —a devoted meditator and spontaneous soul—shares her journey into meditation and self-discovery. Ellie discusses daily inner work, the impact of medita…
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Since Israel began allowing a limited amount of food back into Gaza, the handout has been marked by disturbing scenes, including civilians being shot dead near the limited aid distribution sites. Today, we speak with Australian James Elder, the global spokesman for UNICEF, the United Nations agency for children. He’s on the ground in Gaza and expla…
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There are days when holding it all together just isn’t possible. And despite what we’ve been taught – to push through, to stay strong, to keep showing up – sometimes the bravest thing we can do is let ourselves break. If you're carrying grief, burnout, or just too much of everything, this short reflection is your reminder that falling apart doesn’t…
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In this episode of Outsider Inc., host Ian Hathaway interviews Brad Feld, a prominent figure in venture capital and entrepreneurship. The conversation explores Feld's 'Give First' philosophy, which centers on helping others without expecting immediate returns, thereby fostering stronger communities and relationships. Feld discusses the importance o…
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Sarah Moss, the celebrated author of Ghost Wall, discusses her new novel Ripeness, which oscillates between tension-filled contemporary Ireland and a heady summer in 1960s Italy. Dylan Jones discusses his new book 1975: The Year The World Forgot and debates whether this was the best year for music with chief music critic of the Daily Telegraph, Nei…
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California’s governor insists protests against Trump’s immigration crackdown in Los Angeles were being brought under control by local police. So, why did the US president overrule the Democratic state leaders and send in National Guard troops and now the Marines? Today, Melanie Mason, a senior reporter covering California politics for POLITICO on T…
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What if your superpower was secretly destroying your life? Ian Fee spent decades thinking alcohol was his key to connection – his edge in business and relationships. He built a successful career, a massive network, and a party-filled life that looked like everything was working. But beneath the surface, he was numb, disconnected, and silently unrav…
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Ian Rankin pays tribute to the best-selling thriller author Frederick Forsyth, whose death was announced today. Samira talks to Twin Peaks' co-creator Mark Frost and podcaster Mike Munser about the show's enduring legacy 35 years on, as Twin Peaks is re-released and celebrated at the BFI Film on Film Festival. Playwright Gurpreet Kaur Bhatti talks …
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The explosive break-up of Donald Trump and Elon Musk has been fascinating to watch as the pair trade insults and threats. Could there be a reconciliation between the president and the billionaire? Or could Elon Musk follow through on his threats to start backing other political forces? Musk’s space and satellite businesses are heavily involved in t…
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In this episode, Kevin explores the concept of calling, distinguishing it from career, family, and causes. He emphasizes the importance of understanding one's true calling and reflects on personal identity and purpose. The conversation encourages listeners to ponder their own calling and what they want to be known for, while also recognizing the ch…
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The oil and gas giant Woodside has been handed a big win by Labor, with the life of its massive gas plant in Western Australia extended until 2070. That’s great news for the company that wants to start extracting gas from a new basin off the WA coast. But given that almost all the gas is sent overseas, what’s it in for Australian taxpayers and what…
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Get More LVWITHLOVE Content at LVwithLOVE.com The SouthSide Film Festival is proud to present Rooted — a new documentary tracing 50 years of creative life in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. In this episode, George Wacker sits down with three of the artists featured in the film: Bill George of Touchstone Theatre, Doug Roysdon of Mock Turtle Marionette Thea…
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This bonus episode brings back Elizabeth Rosenberg, a past guest on The Life Shift, to reflect on her journey since we last chatted. She shares how her perspective has evolved over the months, particularly regarding vulnerability and sharing personal stories. Elizabeth emphasizes the importance of leaning into our truths and how doing so can lead t…
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Tim Thomas on Breathwork: Journey to Self-Healing and Abundance Join host Baba Sam and special guest Tim Thomas on the Vibrant Soul Society as they explore the transformative power of breathwork. Tim guides listeners through a series of breathing exercises designed to create positive vibrations, eliminate negativity, and energize the body. The epis…
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Tom and guests review What it Feels Like for Girl, the BBC's coming-of-age drama based on the memoir of Paris Lees; Taylor Jenkins Reid's new novel, Atmosphere, set against the backdrop of the 1980s space shuttle program and new film, Lollipop, about a young woman released from prison battling to regain custody of her children, written and directed…
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