Best Michael Mackintosh Podcasts (2025)

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80 - Joel Montague on Hamilton, Tom Holland & Fatherhood 37:19

1d ago37:19

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Call To Stage Live 2025 is now on-sale! Final Tickets Now Available: https://www.atgtickets.com/shows/call-to-stage-live/fortune-theatre/ We're back with another episode of Call To Stage: Gatsby Edition, old sports! This week we're joined by Joel Montague aka George Wilson in The Great Gatsby on the West End. You may know Joel Montague for his two …

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Ep 713 - Bonjour Tristesse, by Françoise Sagan 53:42

1d ago53:42

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You know how sometimes you just want to bro out with your cool hot dad? How sometimes you just need to concoct a scheme where you encourage your casual boyfriend and your dad's casual ex-girlfriend to pretend to be in a relationship together, so that your dad gets jealous, so that he leaves his current more-serious girlfriend, who is really harshin…

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Generational Healing: Break the Cycle 37:03

4d ago37:03

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The pain didn’t start with you… but the healing can. ➡️ In this video, we explore how trauma, beliefs, and emotional wounds are passed down through generations — and how you can be the one to break the cycle. Whether it's emotional pain, addiction, silence, or shame, healing begins when we become aware and choose differently. Learn how to: Recogniz…

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79 - John Owen-Jones on Les Mis, Phantom of the Opera & Self-Reliance 35:35

8d ago35:35

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Welcome back, old sports! We’re back with another episode of Call To Stage: Gatsby Edition and this episode was recorded before the cast announcement of The Great Gatsby on the West End – with a very funny moment… John Owen-Jones is one of the West End’s most accomplished actors, having played both The Phantom in The Phantom of the Opera and Jean V…

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Ep 712 - The Trial, by Franz Kafka 1:16:09

8d ago1:16:09

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He is Franz Kafka! Franz Kafka! He wrote The Trial. It’s a book about byzantine bureaucracy bearing down on lil old Josef K. Less of it takes place in a courtroom than you’d think. This episode is sponsored by Squarespace. Go to squarespace.com/overdue for 10% of your first purchase of a website or domain. Our theme music was composed by Nick Leran…

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Reclaiming Your Soul's Natural Joy 42:23

11d ago42:23

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Reclaiming Your Soul's Natural Joy | Return to Inner Peace & Lightness In this powerful video, we explore the deep spiritual journey of reconnecting with your soul’s original state—pure joy, peace, and lightness. Over time, layers of stress, trauma, and worldly pressure can dim your inner radiance. But your natural joy was never lost—only forgotten…

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Sit Me Baby One More Time Ep 01 - Kristy's Great Idea (The Baby-Sitters Club #1) 58:28

12d ago58:28

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We have convened a club whose charter is to learn about The Baby-Sitters Club. Join us as we met the Club's founding members and learn about Kristy's mortal enemy: her mom's new boyfriend. These episodes posted first for our Patreon supporters! If you want to hear the rest of them ahead of time (and a bunch of other stuff besides), visit Patreon.co…

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78 - Rachel Tucker on The Great Gatsby, Wicked, Sunset Blvd & Broadway 49:44

13d ago49:44

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Today's the day, old sports! We have officially entered Call To Stage: Gatsby Edition and for the next two months, Amber is going to be joined by her fellow cast mates from The Great Gatsby on the West End. And we're starting big... Rachel Tucker is a bonafide legend of the West End. With numerous Olivier Award and WhatsOnStage Award nominations, h…

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Ep 711 - Upright Women Wanted, by Sarah Gailey 1:05:03

15d ago1:05:03

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Gay anti-fascist librarians roam a speculative future version of the western United States in this week's novella. It's pretty close to as cool as it sounds, though the book will probably leave you wanting more in the end. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/overdue and get on your way to being your …

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Your Soul Never Forgets: Awakening Ancient Spiritual Memories 42:29

18d ago42:29

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Your Soul Never Forgets: Awakening Ancient Spiritual Memories Have you ever felt a strange familiarity with a place you’ve never been… A sudden inner knowing you couldn’t explain… Or a deep pull toward spiritual truths that feel like home? That’s not coincidence. It’s your soul remembering. In this transformative video, we dive deep into the myster…

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The Sillymarillion Episode 0 - J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Silmarillion, an Introduction 56:34

18d ago56:34

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For this new show-within-a-show, Craig and Andrew will be learning about the world of Middle-Earth! We're going to read J.R.R. Tolkien's posthumously published legendarium THE SILMARILLION. In this episode, you'll hear us discuss the creation of this epic fantasy, including the work done Christopher Tolkien to wrestle his father's work into a form …

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77 - Emma Kingston on Elphaba, In The Heights & Mighty Hoopla 40:34

20d ago40:34

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You may have seen this week's guest flying around on a broomstick recently. Please welcome, the wickedly talented, Emma Kingston! Having broken out originating the role of Vanessa in the London cast of In The Heights, and blowing people away with her performance as Eva Perón on the international tour of Evita, Emma is currently playing Elphaba oppo…

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Ep 710 - A Boy's Own Story, by Edmund White 1:11:05

24d ago1:11:05

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The late Edmund White’s breakthrough 1982 novel is the first in a trilogy of autobiographical novels that depict key eras in his life as a gay man. A Boy’s Own Story is, as you might expect, about a boy - a boy whose longing for the men in his life leads to powerful (though perhaps not entirely positive) self-understanding. This episode is sponsore…

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The World's Greatest Lie: That Suffering is Normal 37:13

25d ago37:13

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The World’s Greatest Lie: That Suffering is Normal | Spiritual Sense From the moment we’re born, society teaches us that suffering is just a part of life — that emotional pain, anxiety, stress, and even depression are somehow "normal." We’re told to accept it, manage it, suppress it, or distract ourselves from it. But what if that belief — that suf…

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The Message Matters More Than the Messenger 8:24

27d ago8:24

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How often do we block our own growth by focusing on who delivers the wisdom instead of the wisdom itself? In this short but potent episode, we explore why clinging to—or rejecting—teachers because of their flaws can keep us stuck. You’ll discover how to stay open to truth, no matter where it comes from, and reclaim your power to grow beyond persona…

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76 - Stevie Webb on Shucked, Michael Jackson & Bucket List Theatres 42:23

27d ago42:23

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If you were lucky enough to catch the recent London premiere of Shucked… then our guest on this episode of Call To Stage is for you! Stevie Webb made his West End debut in the lead role in Oliver! at the London Palladium. Since then, he’s done everything from performing with Michael Jackson at the BRIT Awards to starring in The History Boys in the …

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Ep 709 - The Complete Peanuts, by Charles Schulz 1:24:10

29d ago1:24:10

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Good grief! It's time to talk about Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, Lucy - the whole gang. To give ourselves a solid cross-section of Charles Schulz's work on Peanuts, we read Volume 1 (1950-52) and Volume 10 (1969-70) of the Complete Peanuts collection. So we're able to track the evolution of Charlie Brown's pumpkin noggin, as well as Snoopy's abili…

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How to Generate Feelings of Gratitude Before Anything Changes 37:04

1M ago37:04

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How to Generate Feelings of Gratitude Before Anything Changes You don't have to wait for your life to improve to feel grateful. In this video, you'll learn how to tap into real gratitude before anything around you changes. This mindset shift can help you feel better instantly, raise your vibration, and create the inner peace you’ve been looking for…

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[Meditation] 3 Minute Morning Gratitude Experience 2:59

1M ago2:59

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Start your day with a full heart and a clear mind. This short but powerful meditation helps you tap into genuine gratitude, shifting your energy into positivity and presence. Perfect for busy mornings when you want to feel grounded, uplifted, and ready to receive the day’s blessings.By Michael Mackintosh & Shireen Chada

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75 - Maddie Grace Jepson on Lorraine Baines, TikTok Virality & Nicola Coughlan 36:43

1M ago36:43

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It was only right to have the iconic Maddie Grace Jepson on Call To Stage to announce her West End debut as Lorraine Baines in Back To The Future! We can't wait to watch her thrive on that stage. Maddie is an actor and TikTok viral sensation who has over 2.1 million digital followers worldwide. Just four years after Maddie first appeared on TikTok,…

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Ep 708 - American Psycho, by Bret Easton Ellis (w/ Too Scary, Didn't Watch!) 1:33:05

1M ago1:33:05

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We’re joined by Sammy and Emily of the TOO SCARY, DIDN’T WATCH horror movie podcast this week to talk about Bret Easton Ellis’ American Psycho. None of us had an amazing time with this read, partly because the book seems to revel in its extreme violence and misogyny. But be sure to tune in to TSDW later this week to hear what we all thought about t…

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Awakening from the Matrix 41:57

1M ago41:57

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Are you really awake… or just dreaming within the Matrix? This video dives deep into the eye-opening book Spiritual Awakening from the Matrix — a powerful guide that helps you recognize the illusion of the world around you and awaken to your true nature. If you've ever felt like something isn’t quite right with reality, this book is your red pill. …

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[Daily Freedom] The Invisible Force That Pulls You Off Track 15:00

1M ago15:00

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Why is it so hard to do the things we know we’re meant to do? In this short reflection, we explore the invisible force that pulls us away from our purpose — and how to recognize it before it takes over. Known in ancient wisdom as Maya, this subtle energy distracts, delays, and deceives. But the moment we remember who we are, everything shifts. This…

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[Meditation] Drop Into Your Heart Space 3:22

1M ago3:22

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Shift from thinking to feeling and reconnect with your inner wisdom. This meditation guides you out of the mind and into the calm, loving intelligence of your heart—bringing peace, clarity, and emotional alignment. Ideal for grounding yourself, making heart-led decisions, or simply returning to love.…

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74 - Ruthie Henshall on Chicago, Miss Saigon, Auditions & Broadway 40:12

1M ago40:12

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We are joined by an absolute legend on this episode of Call To Stage! Ruthie Henshall is a five-time Olivier Award nominee who has played some of the West End’s biggest roles. She’s been Fantine in Les Misérables, Nancy in Oliver!, Roxie Hart (and Mama Morton) in Chicago in the West End and was in the Original West End casts of Miss Saigon, Childre…

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Reprogram Your Mind in 10 Seconds 31:21

1M ago31:21

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How to Reprogram Your Mind in 10 Seconds ✨ | Break Free from Negative Thoughts Fast Ever feel like your thoughts are spiraling out of control? Like in just 10 seconds, your mind jumps from "I'm stressed" to "everything is falling apart"? You're not alone — and this video will show you exactly how to interrupt that cycle. We're diving deep into the …

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Ep 707 - Stone Butch Blues, by Leslie Feinberg 1:07:50

1M ago1:07:50

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Leslie Feinberg’s debut novel is an intersectional bildungsroman about Jess Goldberg, a butch lesbian navigating the constellation of oppression that was the United States in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. It’s an overtly political novel, and it argues that a certain level of bleak hope may be necessary for survival. This cold comfort is balanced, however,…

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[Meditation] Good Morning Wonder Meditation 4:07

2M ago4:07

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Start your day with awe, joy, and a sense of possibility. This meditation awakens your heart to the beauty of life, helping you feel refreshed, inspired, and connected before the day begins. Perfect for creating a morning routine filled with gratitude, presence, and childlike wonder.By Michael Mackintosh & Shireen Chada

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73 - Reneé Lamb on Six, Dialect Coaching & Little Shop of Horrors 38:11

2M ago38:11

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Best known for originating the role of Catherine of Aragon in the multi award-winning Six The Musical, Reneé Lamb is one of the UK theatre scene’s most exciting stars. From Six to CAKE (where she originated the leading role of Jeanne), Reneé has also starred in the Original Casts of Be More Chill, Malory Towers and Little Shop of Horrors at the Reg…

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Ep 706 - James, by Percival Everett 1:27:51

2M ago1:27:51

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James isn't so much a retelling or corrective of Huck Finn as it is an expansion, a conversation with, a delving -- or so says Pulitzer Prize winner Percival Everett. Tune in to find out what happens when an authors read Huck Finn 15 times and then starts putting pen to paper. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at be…

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Five Minute Charging for a Powerful Mind 36:03

2M ago36:03

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Feeling Mentally Drained? Try This 5-Minute Mind Recharge | Spiritual Sense Podcast Ever hit that afternoon crash where your brain just stops working? You're staring at your screen, struggling to focus, and feeling like your energy has completely vanished? You’re not alone — and today’s episode is here to help. In this powerful conversation, Michae…

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[Meditation] HEAL Yourself After Making A Mis-take 29:26

2M ago29:26

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Turn regret into renewal. This meditation helps you process mistakes with compassion, release self-blame, and realign with your higher self. You'll feel more grounded, forgiving, and empowered to grow from the experience instead of staying stuck in shame. Perfect for transforming setbacks into soulful breakthroughs.…

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70 - Desmonda Cathabel on Hadestown, I Have A Dream & Indonesia 34:05

2M ago34:05

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Desmonda Cathabel might now be recognised as one of the country’s most talented performers – but her career started thousands of miles away in Jakarta. A graduate of the Royal Academy of Music, she was awarded the Stephen Sondheim Society Student Performer of the Year 2022. In 2023, she was a finalist on ITV’s Mamma Mia! I Have A Dream where she sh…

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Ep 705 - Gilead, by Marilynne Robinson 1:07:29

2M ago1:07:29

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A dying preacher writes a (rather) long letter to his son. Another dying preacher’s son returns home, seeking…something. Salvation? Forgiveness? A balm? Robinson’s novel is a deeply considered portrait of a family of ministers, wrestling with the powers and limitations of their faith and fatherhood. This episode is sponsored by Squarespace. Go to s…

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One ‘No’ Stops the Creation of Negative Energies 34:44

2M ago34:44

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How to Break Bad Habits and Overcome Addictions | The Power of Saying "No" We all face those daily battles — the angel on one shoulder, the devil on the other. In this video, we explore the powerful micro-moment where you're faced with temptation, and how learning to say "no" in that split second can shift your entire direction. Michael shares insi…

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[Meditation] Letting go of negative emotions 21:19

2M ago21:19

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Release what no longer serves you and create space for peace. This meditation helps you gently dissolve anger, sadness, fear, or resentment—leaving you feeling lighter, clearer, and more emotionally free. Ideal for moments when you're ready to reset and move forward with grace.By Michael Mackintosh & Shireen Chada

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69 - Simon Lipkin on Oliver, Avenue Q & Cameron Mackintosh 36:33

2M ago36:33

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Simon Lipkin is one of the West End’s most accomplished actors. Having originated roles in many of London’s biggest shows (including Avenue Q, Rock of Ages and Elf The Musical). He can’t just sing, act and dance, he’s also an accomplished puppeteer (he was the dog in I Can’t Sing! The X Factor Musical, and the Lorax in The Lorax at the Old Vic) and…

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Ep 704 - Cursed Bread, by Sophie Mackintosh 1:00:20

2M ago1:00:20

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This is another one of those historical books that could have resulted from a Wikipedia dive, this one's arguably based on a real historical event but with a non-real non-historical protagonist . Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis. Follow @overduepod on Instagram and Bluesky Advertise on Overdue See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pr…

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The Power of One Minute 40:02

2M ago40:02

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The Power of One Minute | One Minute Meditations That Change Everything In this episode of The Power of One Minute, we explore how just 60 seconds of focused meditation can reset your mind, calm your emotions, and bring clarity to your day, no matter how busy life gets. Discover the science and spirituality behind one-minute meditations, why they w…

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[Meditation] Loving Kindness Meditation 5:34

2M ago5:34

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Open your heart and expand your capacity for compassion. This meditation guides you to cultivate deep feelings of love—for yourself, others, and the world—bringing emotional healing, inner peace, and a sense of connection. Perfect for softening judgment, easing tension, and radiating kindness in all directions.…

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68 - Clare Foster on Benjamin Button, Working In TV & Avenue Q 37:00

2M ago37:00

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We have a multiple Olivier Award nominated actor on Call To Stage today... and, even better, she is form one of Amber's favourite shows currently on in the West End. Clare Foster started her professional career in Germany, as an understudy in Saturday Night Fever. Ever since then, she has shot to the top of London's theatre royalty. With roles in W…

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Ep 703 - Play It As It Lays, by Joan Didion 1:07:52

2M ago1:07:52

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Did you know the towering career of Joan Didion included several novels, many of which were driven by the same acerbic wit and insight that helped to anoint her as an essential voice in the New Journalism movement? Her second novel, Play It As It Lays, traffics in much of the same Hollywood/Los Angeles social destruction that powered her essays, bu…

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Why Do I Have Negative Thoughts About Others? 33:42

2M ago33:42

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Do you ever catch yourself judging others, thinking, "Why did they do that? What’s wrong with them?" These negative thoughts can drain your energy, ruin your mood, and even impact your life—even though you don’t want to think this way. In this deep and transformative discussion, we explore: Why we have negative thoughts about others (hint: it’s oft…

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[Meditation] Reconnect to who I really am 20:30

3M ago20:30

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Return to your center and remember the truth of your being. This meditation gently dissolves the noise of the world so you can reconnect with your authentic self—feeling grounded, whole, and aligned with your soul’s purpose. Perfect for times when you feel lost, overwhelmed, or out of touch with yourself.…

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67 - Hiba Elchikhe on Aladdin On Tour, Mountview & Everybody's Talking About Jamie 36:51

3M ago36:51

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We have a highly requested guest on this weeks episode of Call To Stage! Hibe Elchikhe graduated from Mountview and quickly made her professional stage debut in the Asia tour of Ghost, followed by her first lead role as Jasmine in the Australian tour of Aladdin. In London, Hiba made her stage debut in Antony & Cleopatra at the National Thatre, and …

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Ep 702 - Alice Adams, by Booth Tarkington 1:11:28

3M ago1:11:28

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Booth Tarkington is one of only four authors to have won a Pulitzer Prize for Fiction twice, and he’s the only one of those four authors who nobody has ever heard of. His aggressively old-fashioned views and his stories’ general fluffiness have helped keep him from enduring fame, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t a spark of something here. This epi…

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Why You’re Stuck And What to Do About It | Life Changing Advice 35:32

3M ago35:32

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Feeling stuck in life? You're not alone. In this powerful episode of Spiritual Sense, Michael Mackintosh and Shereen dive deep into the hidden reasons why we feel blocked, unmotivated, or unable to move forward—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. With clarity and compassion, they reveal what’s really keeping you stuck and offer transformative, …

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[Meditation] Rewire your brain for new habits 13:45

3M ago13:45

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Train your mind to support the life you truly want. This meditation helps you break free from old patterns and gently install empowering habits at a subconscious level. Ideal for anyone ready to create lasting change with more ease, clarity, and confidence.By Michael Mackintosh & Shireen Chada

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66 - John Dagleish on Olivier Awards, Acting In Films & Benjamin Button 35:56

3M ago35:56

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In many ways, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is the underdog musical of the year in the West End - a production which started off-West End in 2019 and fought its way to the Ambassadors Theatre thanks to its incredibly passionate fanbase. In John Dagleish, the show has found its star. The winner of Best Actor in a Musical at the 2025 Olivier Aw…

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Ep 701 - Madeline (series), by Ludwig Bemelmans 1:16:08

3M ago1:16:08

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Everyone get into two lines, break your bread, brush your teeth, get into bed, and listen to our episode about Ludwig Bemelmans’ original series of Madeline stories. We talk about the art’s blend of sketchy and beautiful, the rise of Pepito, and the voice acting in 90s educational CD-ROM games. This episode is sponsored by Squarespace. Go to square…

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