Best Kevin Monk Podcasts (2025)

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V-FM Pensions #124: Kris Shergold from Global Fund Search 1:31:51

13h ago1:31:51

1:31:51

In this episode of V-FM Pensions, hosts Darren and Nico chat to Global Fund Search's Head of UK, Kris Shergold. Another wide-ranging episode, where, as well as discussing what value for money to Kris, we chat about: Electricity generation and the state of the grid Value for money from the Office of Value for Money... Scottish Widows reducing it's U…

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Episode 344: Exclusive Interview with Jen Vaughan (Vocals), Darren O’Keeffe (Rhythm Guitar) and Scott McGowan (Lead Guitar) of Alt-Rock/Metal band Shadows Calling from Cork. 51:29

16h ago51:29

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In this episode, I sit down with Jen Vaughan (Vocals), Darren O’Keeffe (Rhythm Guitar) and Scott McGowan (Lead Guitar) of the band with Mike Jordan (Bass) & Barry English (Drums) making up the rest of Shadows Calling, one of Ireland’s most exciting rising bands blending alt-rock, grunge, and metal into a sound entirely their own. We dive into how t…

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Johannes Gutenberg with Eric White 52:06

1d ago52:06

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There are a lot of gamechanging inventions that shifted the trajectory of the Middle Ages, but one machine managed to hit at just the right time and place to create a massive enterprise in medieval Europe, with consequences that touched the entire globe: Gutenberg's printing press. This week, Danièle speaks with Eric White about Johannes Gutenberg’…

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#816: Nsima Inyang, Mutant and Movement Coach — True Athleticism at Any Age, Microdosing Movement, “Rope Flow” as a Key Unlock, Why Sleds and Sandbags Matter, and Much More 3:18:31

2d ago3:18:31

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Nsima Inyang (@nsimainyang) is a strength athlete, movement coach, and co-host of Mark Bell’s Power Project, one of the top fitness podcasts in the world. He is also one of the most freakishly athletic humans I’ve ever met. He’s a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, a professional natural bodybuilder (placed top five in the world), and an elite-leve…

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Allison Agwu, MD, ScM, FAAP, FIDSA - Unlocking the Potential of Long-Acting PrEP to Halt HIV Transmissions 36:11

3d ago36:11

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This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups. For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/NCPD/CPE/AAPA/IPCE information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/…

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Allison Agwu, MD, ScM, FAAP, FIDSA - Unlocking the Potential of Long-Acting PrEP to Halt HIV Transmissions 36:03

3d ago36:03

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This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups. For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/NCPD/CPE/AAPA/IPCE information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/…

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Episode 347: MONKFEST 2025 LIVE STREAM SPECIAL: Rodger of Cursed Monk Records & Eoghan of Slung From a Tree talk us through this years stellar line-up & what to expect in Limerick on July 5th. 54:07

4d ago54:07

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Monk Fest 2025 will take place on July 5th in Pharmacia Bar, Limerick, to honour the memory of Rodgers niece Ash who was so well looked after by Temple St. in her final months. All money raised will be donated to Temple St. Children's Hospital and will go to the Play Therapy Department. • Tickets are €20 each and will allow access to the live perfo…

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Dust World RPG: Neon City - Episode 43: Shroom Service 43:58

8d ago43:58

43:58

Fungus, coral, and mycelia ooze from Clarence’s body, spilling out and consuming the Avery. Hunter gets the worst of it - launched face-first into the expanding biomass, which immediately starts crawling into his nose and mouth. As the fungus takes root inside him, his eyes vanish under a veil of spores, and eventually… he’s completely swallowed. J…

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V-FM Pensions #123: The pensions goth - Daniela Silcock 1:29:10

8d ago1:29:10

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In this episode of V-FM Pensions, hosts Darren and Nico chat to pensions goth and research guru, Daniela Silcock about all things pensions. As well as talking about what value for money means to Daniela, we discuss: politics, pensions and winter fuel payments; the politics of DC pension allocation building on research Daniela has just conducted on …

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Inventing the Renaissance with Ada Palmer 55:55

9d ago55:55

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Given that the term literally means “rebirth”, the Renaissance throws some not-so-subtle shade on the period that comes before it. So, where did the idea of the Renaissance actually come from? And was it truly a golden age? This week, Danièle speaks with Ada Palmer about Petrarch, Machiavelli, atheism, and how we should look at the period formerly …

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#815: Chris Hutchins, Deal Master — Helping Tim Burn 15M+ Miles and Points, Flipping Costco Gold Into Five-Star Trips, Flying to Japan for $222, Tech Tools and Tricks, and Avoiding The Optimizer’s Curse ... 2:39:25

10d ago2:39:25

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Chris Hutchins is the creator and host of All the Hacks, a podcast that helps people upgrade their life, money, and travel. He previously founded Grove (acquired by Wealthfront) and Milk (acquired by Google), led New Product Strategy at Wealthfront, and was a Partner at Google Ventures. Most importantly, he is the person Kevin Rose and I call if we…

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Episode 343: The Metal Cell Forums Live Stream May 2025. Topic: “Metallica in Ireland 2026 more than just a Gig” 1:25:59

11d ago1:25:59

1:25:59

Myself, Danielle, Evan, Letty & Joe of The Metal Cell Forums react to Metallica hitting Dublin for two nights in 2026 with Gojira, Avatar, Pantera & Knocked Loose being brought along for the craic! (Live Stream Podcast recorded in May 26th, 2025. Metallica is coming back to Ireland in 2026, and we need to talk about it. In this episode, we’re divin…

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V-FM Pensions #122: VFM at the PMI (part 2) 1:32:42

12d ago1:32:42

1:32:42

In this episode of V-FM Pensions hosts Nico and Darren chat to the CEO of the Money and Pensions Service, Oliver Morley, and Ellen Quigley from the University of Cambridge. This is part two of the podcast recorded 'on the road' at the PMI Annual Conference.By vfmpensions

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Laughing At Our Perfectionism 35:32

12d ago35:32

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Perfectionists can’t lose games, worry constantly, overwork, burn out, judge quickly and constantly find faults in themselves and others. In this episode, Kevin and Pashal laugh at their own perfectionism, like Paschal using a ruler to put stamps straight on envelopes. Paschal talks about his dramatic transformation from “never-good-enough spiritua…

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V-FM Pensions #121: VFM at the PMI (part 1) 1:29:33

15d ago1:29:33

1:29:33

In this episode of V-FM Pensions, hosts Darren and Nico interview some amazing speakers at the PMI's Annual Conference. Part one covers interviews with PMI CEO, Gareth Tancred, and the PPF's Michelle Osterman and Kate Jones. Part two covers interviews with MAPS' Oliver Morley and Ellen Quigley from the University of Cambridge.…

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Episode 342: Psykosis: Technical Track-by-Track Breakdown of their killer new album 'Mind Games' with Grant (vocals/guitars), Tom (drums) & Liam (Bass) of the band. 1:21:29

15d ago1:21:29

1:21:29

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Grant Walsh (vocals/guitars), Tom Moylan (drums) and Liam Noctor (bass) of Dublin thrash metal band Psykosis as we dissect their long-awaited second album 'Mind Games'. Featuring eight tracks, the album blends reworked material from previous lineups with fresh, crushing new numbers, including the powerful l…

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Saint Thomas Becket with Michael Staunton 57:16

16d ago57:16

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It's one of the most notorious political assassinations in history: the murder of the Archbishop of Canterbury, Thomas Becket. The story of two friends who became bitter enemies in a struggle between church and state that drew in some of the most powerful people from all over medieval Europe. So, how did a pretty ordinary kid from London end up as …

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Meredith E. Clement, MD - PrEP Personalization in Key Populations: Understanding Unique Needs and Challenges in PrEP Provision 55:02

16d ago55:02

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This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups. For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/NCPD/CPE/AAPA/CECH/IPCE information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView…

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Meredith E. Clement, MD - PrEP Personalization in Key Populations: Understanding Unique Needs and Challenges in PrEP Provision 55:02

16d ago55:02

55:02

This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups. For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/NCPD/CPE/AAPA/CECH/IPCE information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView…

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Q&A: How To Lose Fat Without Counting Calories & Getting Abs After 40 | The Fit Dad Podcast | Ep. 1 28:14

17d ago28:14

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In this episode, I’m answering 6 questions from TikTok, Instagram, and inside our group. Stuff like: – Do I have to count calories? – What diet actually works? – Can I get abs in my 40s (without being miserable)? – And what’s the least amount of training I can get away with? If you're a dad trying to get leaner, stronger, and just feel a bit more l…

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#814: Chatri Sityodtong, CEO of ONE Championship — From Dirt Poor to Top-10 Sports-Media Franchise, The $100M Breakfast, Dominating Social Media (30B+ Views/Year), Key Strategic Decisions, and The Moneyball ... 2:38:37

17d ago2:38:37

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Chatri Sityodtong (@yodchatri) is the founder and CEO of ONE Championship, one of the top-10 biggest sports-media properties in the world in terms of viewership and engagement (alongside the NBA, Formula One, Champions League, and Premier League), with a global broadcast reach to 195 countries. Sponsors: AG1 all-in-one nutritional supplement: Drink…

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V-FM Pensions #120: Darren and Nico discuss the Pensions and Investment Review Phase 1 1:07:12

19d ago1:07:12

1:07:12

In this V-FM Pensions special, hosts Nico and Darren discuss the outcome of the Government's Pensions and Investment Review phase 1. Tune in to hear about what the review had to say and also hear the hosts' views on what's hot, what's not, and what's still just simply confusing....By vfmpensions

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V-FM pensions #119: Guiide's Kevin Hollister 1:30:12

22d ago1:30:12

1:30:12

In this episode of V-FM Pensions, hosts Darren and Nico chat to Guiide Founder and CEO Kevin Hollister. Not surprisingly, this is a decumulation-heavy episode with Kevin using the opportunity to talk about a new Guiide D2C proposition that has just been launched with the aim of helping people achieve sustainable retirement outcomes. We also chat a …

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#813: Q&A with Tim — Three Life Commandments, 4-Hour Workweek Exercises I Still Use, The Art and Joy of Inefficiency, Stoicism Revisited, and Much More 1:19:14

23d ago1:19:14

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Welcome back to another in-between-isode, with one of my favorite formats: the good old-fashioned Q&A. Sponsors: Monarch Money track, budget, plan, and do more with your money: MonarchMoney.com/Tim (50% off your first year at monarchmoney.com with code TIM) Eight Sleep Pod Cover 5 sleeping solution for dynamic cooling and heating: EightSleep.com/Ti…

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Medieval Infancy with Julie Singer 47:42

23d ago47:42

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One of the most celebrated moments in childhood is when a person utters their very first words, stepping over a brand new threshold of communication. And from that moment on, all bets are off. This week, Danièle speaks with Julie Singer about what medieval people thought about infancy in general, how literary children could be vehicles for truth an…

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Dust World RPG: Neon City - Episode 42: Bullets & Burgers 34:18

29d ago34:18

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Jess leads the crew to meet Patches-but the location? A shady backroom inside Duck Duck Juice. Clancey reveals his true intentions: he needs Clarence to complete a mysterious contract. As the tension peaks, Monday watches silently from above. Will he jump in? Pushed beyond his limits, Clarence’s psychic power erupts, taking on a life of its own in …

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Episode 341: Letty Sharp Interviews Nathan & Ocean of War of Attrition – Music, Meaning, and a Mission. 40:01

29d ago40:01

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In this episode, Letty Sharp sits down with Nathan Price (vocals) and Ocean McCormack (guitars) of Limerick metal band War of Attrition. The band is gearing up to play the Tullamore Phoenix Metal Festival on May 31 at John Lee’s Bar & Venue—a one-day charity event in support of the National Missing Persons Helpline. The festival also shines a spotl…

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V-FM Pensions #118: Eversheds' Michael Jones 1:34:01

29d ago1:34:01

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In this episode of VFM Pensions, hosts Darren and Nico chat to Eversheds Sutherland's Partner and Head of DC, Michael Jones, about all things value for money. Michael has the honour(?) of being the first actively practicing pensions lawyer on the podcast and he timed his appearance perfectly being a Spurs fan (recording the morning after a lucky Eu…

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Prester John with Chris Taylor 43:52

30d ago43:52

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A mysterious figure ruling at the fringes of the known world, Prester John might be the most famous person you've never heard of. Like a medieval Carmen Sandiego, Prester John was a man people searched the globe for, from Ethiopia, to Tibet, to the New World, never quite catching up to him in the end. So, who was Prester John and why were medieval …

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#812: The Random Show — New Health Gadgets, Tim’s Latest Adventures, How to Drink Less, Zen Retreats, AI + Your Genome, and Colonoscopy Confessions 2:08:38

30d ago2:08:38

2:08:38

Welcome to another wide-ranging "Random Show" episode I recorded with my close friend Kevin Rose (digg.com)! We cover dozens of topics: from the cutting edge of health tech to pro-tips for colonoscopies; AI; adventures in Japan and Taiwan seeking out perfect coffee and tea; tips for drinking less alcohol; powerful documentaries like 32 Sounds and b…

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V-FM Pensions #117: XPS' Mark Searle 1:13:43

1M ago1:13:43

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In this episode of V-FM Pensions, hosts Darren and Nico chat to XPS' Head of DC Investments Mark Searle. As well as finding out what value for money means to Mark and how he got into the pensions industry we, of course, kick off by talking about the gig news of the week, the Mansion House Accord. We also chat pensions adequacy, at retirement soluti…

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El Cid with Nora Berend 49:39

1M ago49:39

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In the centuries since his death, the famous El Cid has been the star of plays, romances, feature films, and even propaganda campaigns. But how does history compare to the hype? This week, Danièle speaks with Nora Berend about the real Rodrigo Díaz, the astonishing way his legend grew and changed over time, and how El Cid is still being used as a p…

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#811: 2x Olympic Archery Medalist Jake Kaminski — Lessons Learned and Mantras Used After 1,000,000 Arrows 2:50:06

1M ago2:50:06

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Jake Kaminski is a two-time Olympic silver medalist in archery and a longtime member of the US Archery Team. He runs a successful YouTube channel, writes training guides, and develops high-performance gear under the Kaminski Archery brand. Sign up for the Kaminski Archery Backyard Championship here. Sponsors: Helix Sleep premium mattresses: https:/…

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Episode 340: Fangclub: Steven & Kevin of the alt/rock band talk about the writing & recording of their latest EP. 25:15

1M ago25:15

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Fangclub are a Dublin alternative rock band with members Steven King (Guitar/Vocals), Kevin Keane (Bass) and Dara Coleman (Drums). 2024s EP, “All Good”, marked a musical return for the band after an extended break since 2020. On the live circuit, Fangclub have supported bands such as Metallica, Smashing Pumpkins, Pixies, Muse, Biffy Clyro, Twin Atl…

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V-FM Pensions #116: Fidelity International's James Monk 1:43:48

1M ago1:43:48

1:43:48

In this episode of V-FM pensions, hosts Darren and Nico chat to Fidelity International's James Monk. As well as finding out what value for money means to James and how he got into pensions, the wide-ranging discussions covers: Mansion House and local investing, and a general discussion about UK economic developments; Trump's crypto play; TPT's anno…

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Dust World RPG: Neon City - Episode 41: The Reunion 35:44

1M ago35:44

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Jess begins reintegrating into her normal life, with Doc Miller by her side offering support. As she grapples with the aftermath of the chaos, Clarence follows up on a mysterious message he received - one that leads him to his long-lost childhood brother, Clancey. What has happened to Clarence's powers? Why is he dressed in a tuxedo? As the brother…

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Episode 339: Justine & Sammy of Church Road Records & Employed To Serve on running a label & playing in a band. 42:35

1M ago42:35

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On this episode of the podcast, we’re joined by Justine and Sammy of Church Road Records/Employed To Serve—exploring how the dual demands of running a label and playing in a touring band shape their daily lives and creative decisions. Church Road Records may have started in 2017 as a DIY operation run out of a spare room, but in just a few short ye…

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Brenda L. Tesini, MD, Charles Vega, MD, FAAFP - Primary Care at the Center of RSV Prevention: Community-Focused Strategies to Foster Trust and Vaccine Acceptance 1:03:36

1M ago1:03:36

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This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups. For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/DEN865. CME/AAPA c…

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Jonathan S. Appelbaum, MD, FACP, AAHIVS - Defining and Delivering Person-Centric HIV Care in Key Populations 46:41

1M ago46:41

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This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups. For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/NCPD/CPE/AAPA/IPCE information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/…

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Brenda L. Tesini, MD, Charles Vega, MD, FAAFP - Primary Care at the Center of RSV Prevention: Community-Focused Strategies to Foster Trust and Vaccine Acceptance 1:03:36

1M ago1:03:36

1:03:36

This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups. For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/DEN865. CME/AAPA c…

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Jonathan S. Appelbaum, MD, FACP, AAHIVS - Defining and Delivering Person-Centric HIV Care in Key Populations 46:41

1M ago46:41

46:41

This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups. For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/NCPD/CPE/AAPA/IPCE information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/…

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#810: Terry Real — The Therapist Who Breaks All The Rules 1:55:08

1M ago1:55:08

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Terry Real is a nationally recognized family therapist, author, and teacher. His book I Don't Want To Talk About It: Overcoming the Secret Legacy of Male Depression, the first book ever written on the topic of male depression, is a national bestseller. His new book, Us: Getting Past You & Me to Build a More Loving Relationship is a New York Times b…

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Royal Women of Sweden with Caroline Wilhelmsson 48:30

1M ago48:30

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To get a fuller picture of medieval queenship, it's time to head to the heart of Scandinavia to learn about the lives of the lesser-known medieval women who found themselves - intentionally or unintentionally - ruling a kingdom. This week, Danièle speaks with Caroline Wilhelmsson about the royal women of Sweden, how they became queens, and how they…

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Colleen F. Kelley, MD, MPH - Progressing PrEP: Latest PrEP Advances to Prevent HIV Transmissions 43:02

1M ago43:02

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This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups. For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/NCPD/CPE/AAPA/CECH/IPCE information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView…

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Colleen F. Kelley, MD, MPH - Progressing PrEP: Latest PrEP Advances to Prevent HIV Transmissions 43:03

1M ago43:03

43:03

This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups. For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/NCPD/CPE/AAPA/CECH/IPCE information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView…

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Episode 338: Good Friend: Adam (Vox/Bass) & Izzy (Drums) talk to Letty about their Celtic punk rock style of music. 15:39

2M ago15:39

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Hailing from the Causeway Coast, Good Friend is Adam Carroll (lead vocals and bass), Izzy Curran (drums), and Andy Reid (lead guitar). These three Irish lads originally come from around Belfast/Northern Ireland but they moved to Newcastle, England to get shitty jobs and form a band. The jobs did indeed turn out to be shitty, but the band turned out…

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V-FM Pensions #115: Looking forward, looking back - a Nico and Darren special 1:07:26

2M ago1:07:26

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In this episode of V-FM Pensions, hosts Darren and Nico spend time reflecting on some of the key pension and investment topics of the moment, building on comments from guests over the last few episodes. We chat about Tony Blair's latest comments on climate change, the latest gossip about the next iteration of Mansion House and productive finance, a…

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Maggie Bushway: Faith and hope despite childhood cancer 36:56

2M ago36:56

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Maggie Bushway tells her amazing story of battling brain cancer beginning at age 7 and over two decades. Though there were (and still are) terrifying seizures, painful chemotherapy and multiple surgeries, Maggie explains how cancer brought the Bushway family closer, deepened their faith and taught them the importance of laughter. Maggie explains th…

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Frederick Barbarossa with Graham Loud 54:28

2M ago54:28

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When we look back to medieval Europe, there are a handful legendary figures who stand out above the rest. Richard the Lionheart. Charlemagne. El Cid. And Frederick Barbarossa. A powerful emperor, focused crusader, and stubborn supporter in the middle of a papal schism, Barbarossa certainly made waves in the twelfth century, and left a lasting impre…

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#809: The 4-Hour Workweek Tools That Still Work — The Art of Refusal and The Low-Information Diet 1:20:31

2M ago1:20:31

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This time around, we have a bit of a different format, featuring the book that started it all for me, The 4-Hour Workweek. Readers and listeners often ask me what I would change or update, but an equally interesting question is: what wouldn’t I change? What stands the test of time and hasn’t lost any potency? This episode features two of the most i…

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