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Challenge what you think it’s like to live with disability. Hosts Dylan Alcott and Angus O’Loughlin speak to people living with disabilities about their lives and ask them the questions you thought were off-limits. You’ll laugh. You’ll cry. You’ll learn something. This is a podcast for everyone - disabled or abled, and hopes to break down stigmas, change perceptions, and to challenge what you think it’s like to live with disability.
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Diverse Thinking · Different Learning, a ChildNEXUS podcast, is hosted by pediatric neuropsychologist, mom of two, and ChildNEXUS founder Dr. Karen Wilson. Each week, Dr. Wilson provides support and guidance for parents raising kids with learning differences. Diverse Thinking · Different Learning features informative and inspiring interviews with top experts in their fields, and gives parents and educators the tools and takeaways they need to better understand neurodivergence, learning disab ...
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Dis-labled - Community Focus Arts Radio

Community Focus Inclusive Arts

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Welcome to Dis-labled, the magazine show that amplifies voices, challenges stereotypes, and celebrates ability over disability. We're here to break barriers, share stories, and remind the world that we are more than labels. It's time to listen, learn, and redefine what's possible. Community Focus is an inclusive arts centre for adults and young people with additional needs, including learning, physical, mental health, and autism. Serving the London Borough of Barnet community since 1978.
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The Early Intervention Matters Podcast is a podcast that informs, inspires and equips parents and professionals who live and work with children with neurodevelopmental difficulties and disabilities like autism, adhd, tic-disorders, and learning difficulties.
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Witness History

BBC World Service

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Eye-witness accounts brought to life by archive. Witness History is for those fascinated by the past. We take you to the events that have shaped our world through the eyes of the people who were there. For nine minutes every day, we take you back in time and all over the world, to examine wars, coups, scientific discoveries, cultural moments and much more. Recent episodes explore everything from the death of Adolf Hitler, the first spacewalk and the making of the movie Jaws, to celebrity tor ...
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The Neurodiverging Podcast

Danielle Sullivan

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How do we create a neurodiversity-affirming society where people with all kinds of brains don't just live, but thrive? Neurodiverging serves practical strategies to improve our lives by amplifying the voices of neurodivergent leaders and thinkers, centering social justice. We're all in this together. Hosted by Danielle Sullivan. Learn more at http://neurodiverging.com or http://patreon.com/neurodiverging.
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The Cult of Pedagogy Podcast

Jennifer Gonzalez

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Teaching strategies, classroom management, education reform, educational technology -- if it has something to do with teaching, we're talking about it. Jennifer Gonzalez interviews educators, students, administrators and parents about the psychological and social dynamics of school, trade secrets, and other juicy things you'll never learn in a textbook. For more fantastic resources for teachers, visit http://www.cultofpedagogy.com.
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Hosted by Dr. Kate Lund, The Optimized Mind explores how we can define our own unique context, build resilience and maximize potential through engaging with today's top thought leaders in the business and personal development space. Learn more at: https://missionmatters.com/author/kate-lund/
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Human Restoration Project

Human Restoration Project

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Since 2018, the Human Restoration Project Podcast has reimaged education through critical, progressive, human-centered learning! Across nearly 200 episodes, and counting, we've explored every topic in education: ungrading and alternative assessment, interdisciplinary play-based and project-based learning, SEL, education reforms and systemic school change in society with students, teachers, leaders, researchers, and advocates around the world. Join us on our mission to restore humanity to edu ...
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The Executive Function Podcast

Sarah Kesty, Brain Tools School

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Helpful, fun, and effective strategies to support everyone's executive function! Learn how to coach yourself, your teen, or your child to manage attention, organize, and plan. We share inspiration for families and individuals with neurodivergence, ADHD, autism, learning disabilities and more. We love what we do and are passionate about helping you thrive!
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Are you an adult with learning disabilities (LD) or dyslexia? Do you often feel invisible in your everyday life because no one understands you? Have you been told you have LD—but don’t know what that means? Do you work with, teach, or live with someone who has LD? If so, these podcasts are for you! Each episode is full of practical, free tips and tricks to challenge and inspire you. We’ll share laughs, stories, and ideas that you can use today in your own life. I’m a professor who has been d ...
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Disability Disrupters is brought to you by Disability Responsiveness New Zealand Ltd. It is a podcast featuring interviews with disabled people from around the globe. We delve into the lives of remarkable disabled people, learn how they have achieved their goals, and also canvas their views on the disability sector landscape, including how they perceive leadership and management within that sector by disabled people ourselves. Tune in to hear these insightful interviews, as well as updates a ...
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Uniquely Human: The Podcast

ART19 Uniquely Human

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Uniquely Human: the Podcast expands the conversation on autism and neurodiversity by amplifying the voices of autistic and neurodivergent individuals and thought leaders in providing insightful, cutting-edge and practical information about the autistic and neurodivergent experience. Hosted by Barry Prizant and Dave Finch.
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What's CODE SWITCH? It's the fearless conversations about race that you've been waiting for. Hosted by journalists of color, our podcast tackles the subject of race with empathy and humor. We explore how race affects every part of society — from politics and pop culture to history, food and everything in between. This podcast makes all of us part of the conversation — because we're all part of the story. Code Switch was named Apple Podcasts' first-ever Show of the Year in 2020. Want to level ...
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"A World of Difference" celebrates and supports families who are navigating the journey of learning differences. The show is produced by Beacon College (America's first accredited baccalaureate institution dedicated to educating students who learn differently). Episodes examine neurodiversity issues related to learning disabilities, ADHD, dyslexia, autistic spectrum disorders, and learning differences from birth through the baccalaureate years through compelling storytelling, conversations w ...
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Airacast

Aira Tech Corp

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The official podcast of Aira, the visual interpreter service for people who are blind or have low vision. At Aira, we connect people, via our free app, to trained professionals who provide visual information – all on demand. Subscribe to Airacast to learn about our technology, hear the latest innovations, ways you can use the service , agent profiles, and more.
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Welcome to DISCOVER Voices, a disability lifestyle media network run by charity disAbility Cornwall & IoS. We produce our very own podcast network discussing life through the lens of people living with a long-term health condition or disability. We welcome a variety of hosts all with their own podcast series, giving their own outlook and take on topics and discussions that are close to their heart. This includes Care to Speak, a podcast focusing on carers’ rights and lived experience; The Ad ...
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Everything You Know About Disability is Wrong is a podcast for the disability community by the disability community, hosted by two disabled women. But if you’re not disabled, listen in to learn about real issues, celebrations, and conversations disabled people are having in their communities. Powered by Easterseals.
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The People First Podcast

People First Keighley & Craven

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People First Keighley & Craven is a self-advocacy group run by, and for, people with learning disabilities, and the People First Podcast is our platform to raise awareness about the real issues that affect people with learning disabilities in our community, and all over the world. We aim to inform and entertain our listeners by interviewing interesting guests and talking about the things that really matter to us. This is like having a stage, to speak out and get our voices heard.
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Artbeat Radio

Artbeat Radio

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Artbeat Radio is unique mix of content featuring the ideas, original music, thoughts, and creativity of adults with disabilities. ABR is produced and distributed by the artists of Able ARTS Work in the greater Los Angeles area. Follow us on Instagram @artbeatradio. Please visit WWW.ABLEARTSWORK.ORG to learn more!
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ADHD Aha!

Understood.org, Laura Key

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Listen to people share candid stories about the moment it clicked that they have ADHD. Host Laura Key, who’s had her own ADHD “aha” moment, chats with guests about common topics like ADHD and shame, mental health challenges, and more. Through heartfelt interviews, listeners learn about the unexpected, emotional, and even funny ways ADHD symptoms surface for kids and adults.
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Feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of raising a neurodivergent child? Full-Tilt Parenting is here to help. Hosted by parenting activist and author Debbie Reber, this podcast is your go-to resource for navigating life with ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance), giftedness, and twice-exceptional (2e) kids. With expert interviews and candid conversations, you'll discover practical solutions for things like school challenges and refusal, therapy options, a ...
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What’s Your Limp?

Jordan Walker Ross

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Host Jordan Ross is a differently-abled actor, born with Cerebral Palsy and Scoliosis. Because of his disabilities, he was a victim of vicious bullying and limited opportunities as an actor. However, Jordan's role on THE CHOSEN, helped him learn to not just accept his circumstances, but embrace them. Now, Jordan's goal is to help his listeners learn to embrace their own limps - turning their perceived weakness into a strength - one vulnerable conversation at a time. Jordan sits down with som ...
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all inclusive solutions

Dr Carol Sargent and Dr Tom Adler

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Interviews with guests who have created simple solutions to be more inclusive for people with disabilities, chronic illnesses and life baggage. Listeners can learn and apply some of these solutions to support themselves and others to live their best lives. Listeners can also hear how they can be the confident in developing their ideas into new inclusive solutions that can make a real difference to people's lives.
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Welcome to the Dear Dyslexic Podcast Series. These podcasts share stories of the lived experiences of people who have dyslexia and other learning disabilities, as well as those who care for, live and or work with us. Shae Wissell the creator of the Dear Dyslexic Podcast Series states "I wanted to use podcasts as the medium to share unique stories of everyday Australians who have dyslexia and other learning disabilities, to shine a light on the success and the challenges of life with dyslexia ...
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Hidden Lives

Leprosy Mission Australia

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This podcast contains stories of people we've met during our work with The Leprosy Mission. The Leprosy Mission Australia works with people with leprosy, other neglected tropical diseases and disabilities. They are often the most marginalised, vulnerable and hidden from the rest of society. We run health improvement projects, often in rural and remote villages where we get to meet many people who have amazing life experiences to share. Yes, leprosy is still a thing but it doesn't have to be. ...
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🎙️ Welcome to Disability Warriors: the Download with Michael & Andrew. Disability law can feel overwhelming, but that’s why we’re here. Join Michael Liner and Andrew November, two passionate disability attorneys, as they break down the legal system in a way that’s clear, human, and sometimes even funny. Each month, we sit down with special guests, from advocates and professionals to people with lived experience, to explore how we can redefine disability, challenge stereotypes, and empower th ...
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Hyperfocus with Rae Jacobson

Rae Jacobson, Understood.org

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Hyperfocus is a show that zeroes in on what fascinates us about ADHD, mental health, and learning. Big questions like, “Does ADHD make you more likely to have postpartum depression?” Little nitpicks (TikTok was wrong about something?!), and personal conversations with everyone from old bosses and hilarious comedians, to leading researchers. Because on this show, hyperfocus isn’t the distraction — it’s the assignment.
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Community Chats

Community Living Toronto

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Welcome to "Community Chats," bringing you stories and insights from the heart of Community Living Toronto. From frontline champions, advocates, and volunteers to the people we support, their families and friends, together we explore the different experiences, celebrate success stories, share memorable moments, discuss pressing challenges and new developments in the sector. New Episodes will be available on 15th and 30th of each month on Buzzsprout, Spotify, Audible, YouTube, and Apple Podca ...
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The podcast raising the bar for Australian universities. Clever thinkers from the Australian universities community tackling the big questions about systemic change. Students, advocates, academics, and refreshingly honest senior leaders come together to envision how higher education can genuinely serve staff and students from traditionally marginalised and underserved backgrounds - and chart the path to get there. Produced on Ngunnawal and Ngambri lands by Ebe Ganon.
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Sick, I Swear

Kaitlyn Rohde

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Welcome to Sick I Swear, a podcast designed to lift the curtain on life with invisible illnesses and disabilities. Through candid conversations, humor, and honest insights, we explore what it’s like navigating a world that often can’t see our challenges. From daily struggles to surprising victories, we tackle topics ranging from managing symptoms and healthcare hurdles to relationships, mental health, and the art of keeping it together (or not). Whether you're living with a chronic illness, ...
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A geriatrics and palliative medicine podcast for every health care professional. Two UCSF doctors, Eric Widera and Alex Smith, invite the brightest minds in geriatrics, hospice, and palliative care to talk about the topics that you care most about, ranging from recently published research in the field to controversies that keep us up at night. You'll laugh, learn, and maybe sing along. CME and MOC credit available (AMA PRA Category 1 credits) at www.geripal.org
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This podcast is a channel on the New Books Network. The New Books Network is an academic audio library dedicated to public education. In each episode you will hear scholars discuss their recently published research with another expert in their field. Discover our 150+ channels and browse our 28,000+ episodes on our website: ⁠newbooksnetwork.com⁠ Subscribe to our free weekly Substack newsletter to get informative, engaging content straight to your inbox: ⁠https://newbooksnetwork.substack.com/ ...
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Learn from global disability-focused leaders about high profile topics and how they are truly making a difference. Mai Ling and James give you front row access to intimate conversations that are shaping the way the world is supporting people with disabilities. They share their intimate experiences— so you can start, grow, and expand your impact.
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Beautifully Complex

Penny Williams

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Join parenting coach and mom-in-the-trenches, Penny Williams, as she helps parents, caregivers, and educators harness the realization that we are all beautifully complex and marvelously imperfect. Each week she delivers insights and actionable strategies on parenting and educating neurodivergent kids — those with ADHD, autism, anxiety, learning disabilities... Her approach to decoding behavior while honoring neurodiversity, and parenting the individual child you have will provide you with th ...
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McDermott+

McDermott+

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McDermott+ exclusively serves the health industry with one-stop policy and lobbying services supported by data analytics and reimbursement, coding, coverage and quality reporting knowledge. To learn more, please visit our website at www.mcdermottplus.com
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Living with dyslexia is more than a journey through letters and words; it is a life enriched with unique perspectives and profound lessons. Those who experience the world with dyslexia are often faced with challenges in reading, writing, and sometimes speaking, but these difficulties are rarely the sum total of our identity. Instead, many discover a remarkable wellspring of strength, adaptability, and creativity. Women Thriving with Dyslexia Podcast is devoted to encouraging and inspiring ad ...
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Edufaith Essentials Educational Podcast

Dr. Nakia Simmons Cotton-Smith

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Edufaith Essentials is an educational podcast dedicated to providing essential tips and knowledge about diverse learners: students with disabilities, Section 504, ESOL, MTSS/Response to Interventions, teaching, leadership, and current information. Edufaith Essentials' mission is to bring awareness, tips, and information to impact and promote inclusion in education positively. Edufaith Essentials aims to Restore Faith in Education, One Student at a Time.
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Every weekday for over three decades, Morning Edition has taken listeners around the country and the world with two hours of multi-faceted stories and commentaries that inform, challenge and occasionally amuse.
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This podcast explores the issues which impact those with disabilities, sensory needs, autism, and mental health. We follow the achievements of those using Surrey Choices services. Surrey Choices provides support services to improve the independence, confidence and life skills of people with a range of disabilities and support needs, whatever their age, in their local community. https://www.surreychoices.com/ Choices Waves is a vocational project within Surrey Choices, making radio shows and ...
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In Episode 135 of Let’s Talk Learning Disabilities, Laurie discusses the emotional impact of learning disabilities and ADHD with Jacob Santhouse, a licensed counselor and the founder of Olive Counseling. Santhouse, who is dyslexic himself, focuses his practice on the emotional side of neurodivergence rather than just the academic or language-based …
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For our final episode of 2025, we have our yearly Christmas special! This year, all of our members answered a couple of questions about Christmas, including what presents they were hoping to get, and their very favourite part about the Christmas holidays. We hope that everyone has a great festive season, and a happy New Year. A big thank you for al…
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We should be telling more ghost stories in the winter time. That’s why we’re coming to you with a whole new urban legends episode, featuring mischievous ghost children, haunted dorms with a mysterious pull, and a grandpa ghost that has GOT to stop acting so creepy! Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of implied ab…
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The fight over the soul of higher education is very alive right now, with the Trump administration engaged in dozens of investigations and multiple lawsuits against colleges and universities around the country. Billions of research dollars at those schools have been frozen, too. So today, in a special series called Code Switch History Class, we're …
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It was Back to the Future II that made a generation of children dream of travelling by hoverboard. In the 1989 film, the hero Marty McFly escapes from his arch nemesis Biff by jumping on a flying skateboard. But it wasn’t until 2011 that inventor Shane Chen came up with the next best thing – a motorised skateboard that moves intuitively and gives t…
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Changing career direction takes courage—especially when fear, shame, or self-doubt has shaped how you see your abilities. In this episode, we explore what it means to listen to God’s prompting when the path you’re on no longer fits who you are becoming. If you’ve felt restless, stuck, or quietly called to something different—but unsure if you’re al…
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Making tamales is labor intensive, but they're a staple of the end-of-year holidays for many families in the Southwest. It's hard work, and everyone's got to do it. It's a tradition for Anna Fossom and her family as four generations gather to resume what is an annual tamalada - a tamale-making party - at the home of her cousin in San Antonio…
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Send us a text In today’s episode, we’re celebrating a huge milestone — our 50th podcast episode! To mark the occasion, we’re joined by a very special guest, Genesis Brown, an autistic savant performer whose incredible talent and story has inspired us all. Genesis will be singing for us, and we’ll also be chatting with him and his mum about his lif…
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In 1956, one of the world’s most beloved children’s toys went on sale for the first time, but its origins were surprising. The modelling clay had started out as a household cleaning product. In the days when homes were heated by coal fires, it was used to clean soot and dirt from wallpaper. But its manufacturer ran into trouble as oil and gas heati…
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This week, we’re sharing a powerful episode from our friends at Hyperfocus — a deeply personal story with its own “aha” moments. Inattentive ADHD is often missed, especially in boys who don’t fit the typical ADHD stereotype. Brandon Saiz shares his later-in-life diagnosis and what it meant to have been overlooked for so long. If you’re not already …
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Today’s episode an expert visit with Dr. Mel Houser—family physician, autistic PDAer, and founder of All Brains Belong—about the realities of navigating healthcare systems with neurodivergent kids and teens. Mel shares how their clinical work and lived experience have revealed predictable patterns in the “constellation” of intertwined neuro-immune …
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Heather Mills, world-record-breaking Paralympic skier and founder of VBites Foods, joins Lily and Erin for a conversation that spans business, resilience, and the power of purpose. From surviving a life-changing accident to building one of the largest plant-based food companies in the world, Heather shares how every setback became a reason to innov…
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It's just over 30 years since the brick game was introduced to the world at a department store in London. Made of 54 wooden blocks stacked into a tower in rows of three by three, each player takes a turn to remove a block from the tower and place it at the top. When the tower falls, the game is over. Surya Elango speaks to its British designer Lesl…
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Mistress Harper invited a bunch of her friends to come sing songs for the Winter Holiday Sing Along, and they came through with FIRE. Singing is a human thing that we all can participate in, despite our cultural obsession with professional singing. It does not matter if you can sing professionally well, or if you sound like someone trying to gargle…
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