Best Alexander Reed Podcasts (2026)

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Episode 196: The Future of Safety Leadership w/Heather MacDougall 46:55

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Get the Book "Rethinking SAFETY Culture" Today! Join the Community of Safety Pros today! In this episode, Blaine J. Hoffmann interviews Heather MacDougall, Esq. and CSP, a seasoned legal workplace safety and management professional. They discuss the evolving role of safety leaders, the impact of AI on safety management, and the importance of shifti…

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Home Grown by Madeleine Vigneron (audio) 26:30

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This episode features "Home Grown" written by Madeleine Vigneron. Published in the December 2025 issue of Clarkesworld Magazine and read by Kate Baker. The text version of this story can be found at: https://clarkesworldmagazine.com/vigneron_12_25 Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/clarkesworld/membership…

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This Sepulchral Aegis by Rob Gillham (audio) 53:17

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This episode features "This Sepulchral Aegis" written by Rob Gillham. Published in the December 2025 issue of Clarkesworld Magazine and read by Kate Baker. The text version of this story can be found at: https://clarkesworldmagazine.com/gillham_12_25 Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/clarkesworld/membership…

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Lady Frances Berkeley/Amy Stallings: Bacon’s Rebellion, Colonial Virginia, and First-person Historical Interpretation 31:18

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In this episode of Historically Thinking, we begin not with a historian’s voice, but with the voice of a seventeenth-century woman. Lady Frances Culpeper Berkeley—born in England, twice widowed, and married in 1670 to Sir William Berkeley, governor of Virginia—speaks from the midst of crisis. Jamestown has burned. Nathaniel Bacon’s rebellion has fr…

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Between Here and Everywhere by Robert Reed (audio) 1:34:45

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This episode features "Between Here and Everywhere" written by Robert Reed. Published in the December 2025 issue of Clarkesworld Magazine and read by Kate Baker. The text version of this story can be found at: https://clarkesworldmagazine.com/reed_12_25 Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/clarkesworld/membership…

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🎄 Holiday Pause 2025: A Two-Week Podcast Break 🎧 2:01

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Send us a text 🎧 Catch up on past episodes here As 2025 winds down, we’re taking a short two-week holiday break to rest, reset, and get ready for what’s ahead. New episodes return soon with inspiring vegan travelers, fresh destinations, and exciting adventures as we step into 2026. In the meantime, feel free to explore our podcast archive and revis…

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Episode 27: The modern CFO - Christian Straub 54:25

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Guest: Christian Straub - Head of Customer Advisory Finance - SAP Hosts: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutions Johannes Langguth - Head of Business Transformation and Architecture - SAP SE What does it take to be a modern CFO when AI, data, and complexity are reshaping the enterprise? In this episode of Transformat…

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The Hole by Ferenc Samsa (audio) 1:14:50

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This episode features "The Hole" written by Ferenc Samsa. Published in the December 2025 issue of Clarkesworld Magazine and read by Kate Baker. The text version of this story can be found at: https://clarkesworldmagazine.com/samsa_12_25 Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/clarkesworld/membership…

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The Cold Burns by Anne Wilkins (audio) 40:54

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This episode features "The Cold Burns" written by Anne Wilkins. Published in the December 2025 issue of Clarkesworld Magazine and read by Kate Baker. The text version of this story can be found at: https://clarkesworldmagazine.com/wilkins_12_25 Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/clarkesworld/membership…

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Gail Eisnitz: Out of Sight 37:39

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"These workers were so courageous to go on camera to talk about what they were being forced to do, and we had a whistleblower attorney there to protect them. And then Dateline just killed the story. What I heard through the grapevine was they were afraid that people would change the channel. It's so interesting to me that you can have stabbings and…

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Imperfect Simulations by Michelle Z. Jin (audio) 22:45

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This episode features "Imperfect Simulations" written by Michelle Z. Jin. Published in the December 2025 issue of Clarkesworld Magazine and read by Kate Baker. The text version of this story can be found at: https://clarkesworldmagazine.com/jin_12_25 Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/clarkesworld/membership…

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The Party's Interests Come First: Joseph Torigian on the Life of Xi Zhongxun, Father of Xi Jinping 29:42

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According to Chinese Communist official Xi Zhongxun, his first revolutionary act was an attempt to poison one of his school’s administrators when he was 14. He was faithful to the revolution, and the Chinese Communist Party, until his death at age 88 in 2002. In between those ages was a remarkable life. He fought Nationalists and Japanese. He was a…

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Vegan Food Tour Utrecht: Exploring Dutch Culinary Culture | Daisy Scholte 29:25

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Send us a text Link for the shownotes In today’s episode, we’re chatting with Daisy Scholte, the founder and creative director of Vegan Food Tour Nederland. Daisy creates immersive, story-driven vegan food tours in Utrecht, Amsterdam, and Rotterdam—bringing travelers straight into the heart of the Netherlands’ plant-based dining scene. She’ll be sh…

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Poinsettia Man: Lindsay Schakenbach Regele on Joel Roberts Poinsett, Adventures, Diplomacy, Espionage, Trade, Self-Dealing, South Carolina, and the Paradoxes of American Patriotism 31:33

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The red flowered plant that shows up everywhere at this time of year–I saw a forest of them in Wegman’s this morning– is called in Mexico the cuetlaxochitl, or the noche buena; but Americans know it by as the namesake of man who introduced it to the United States: poinsettia. Yet Joel Roberts Poinsett was a more interesting organism than that plant…

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Melissa Hoffman: Eat Your Ethics 28:14

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A lot of people think that kosher means that animals were treated significantly better than animals that enter the non-kosher market. And largely, this is just not true, because kosher is very much now a part of the same systems that produce 99% of the animal products that get into our grocery stores, and therefore could be categorized as factory f…

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Jordan Bardella: The 30-year-old populist hoping to be France's next president 47:15

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An exclusive interview on immigration, racism, Russia, Farage and Trump. Jordan Bardella is the leader of National Rally in France, and currently leading the polls to become president in 2027 if his mentor, Marine Le Pen fails to overturn a conviction that bars her from running for office. In the meantime, he is on a mission to persuade people that…

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Vegan Berlin | Culture, Food & Community | Olivera Darko 32:10

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Send us a text Link for the show notes Discover what makes Berlin one of the most vegan-friendly cities in the world as Brighde chats with vegan content creator Olivera Darko. From endless vegan food options to sustainable living, cultural hot spots, and everyday life in Berlin’s vibrant neighborhoods, Olivera shares her insights, favorite places, …

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Episode 26: Cloud Wars - Bob Evans 1:10:08

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Guest: Bob Evans - Founder and Host of Cloud Wars Hosts: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutions Johannes Langguth - Head of Business Transformation and Architecture - SAP SE In this special episode of Transformation Everyday, Alex and Johannes sit down with Bob Evans, the creator of Cloud Wars and one of the most in…

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Plato's Letters: Ariel Helfer on the Political Challenges of the Philosophic Life 34:27

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The Greek philosopher Plato is famous for writing his teachings in the form of dialogues. But there are additionally a series of seven letters attributed to Plato. Over the centuries much ink has been spilt in arguments over their authenticity. My guest today argues that these letters are actually epistolary philosophical novel which are if nothing…

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Tomorrow. Today. by R.T. Ester (audio)

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This episode features "Tomorrow. Today." written by R.T. Ester. Published in the December 2025 issue of Clarkesworld Magazine and read by Kate Baker. The text version of this story can be found at: https://clarkesworldmagazine.com/ester_12_25 Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/clarkesworld/membership…

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Vegan Croatia by Superyacht | Our First Yacht Voyage 38:04

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Send us a text Link for the show notes Join Brighde onboard a vegan superyacht as she takes you behind the scenes of World Vegan Travel’s very first Croatia voyages — from surprise yacht arrivals in Dubrovnik and stormy days with the legendary bura wind, to intimate Captain’s Dinners, animal sanctuary visits, coastal hikes, and emotional goodbyes i…

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The Fire Burns Anyway by Kemi Ashing-Giwa (audio) 11:35

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This episode features "The Fire Burns Anyway" written by Kemi Ashing-Giwa. Published in the November 2025 issue of Clarkesworld Magazine and read by Kate Baker. The text version of this story can be found at: https://clarkesworldmagazine.com/ashing-giwa_11_25 Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/clarkesworld/membership…

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Kemi Badenoch: Shooting from the hip 46:00

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Why did the leader of the opposition call the chancellor 'spineless' and 'shameless'? Kemi Badenoch joins Nick in the Political Thinking studio to reflect on what lay behind the personal and political debates around Budget Day. How can she emulate Margaret Thatcher's regeneration of the Conservative Party? How did anger help drive her into politics…

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Ratlines by Brent Baldwin (audio) 9:35

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This episode features "Ratlines" written by Brent Baldwin. Published in the November 2025 issue of Clarkesworld Magazine and read by Kate Baker. The text version of this story can be found at: https://clarkesworldmagazine.com/baldwin_11_25 Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/clarkesworld/membership…

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Vector: Robyn Arianrohd on the Surprising Story of Space, Time, and Mathematical Transformation 33:06

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On October 16, 1843, William Rowan Hamilton was taking a walk with his wife Helen. He was on his way to preside over a meeting of the Royal Irish Academy. As Hamilton came to Broome Bridge, over the Royal Canal, the solution to a vexing problem finally emerged in front of him. He was so excited, and perhaps so afraid that he might forget, that he p…

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Brett Mitchell: The Man Who Freed the Elephants 39:26

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"It just makes everything worthwhile with what we did. It just highlights how flexible elephants are and how adaptable they are from captivity to wild, and that when given the chance, they will choose freedom. And they will choose autonomy." - Brett Mitchell For nearly thirty years, Brett Mitchell has lived alongside elephants — first in captivity,…

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Prerequisites for the Creation of a Possible Predicted World by Chisom Umeh (audio) 31:58

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This episode features "Prerequisites for the Creation of a Possible Predicted World" written by Chisom Umeh. Published in the November 2025 issue of Clarkesworld Magazine and read by Kate Baker. The text version of this story can be found at: https://clarkesworldmagazine.com/umeh_11_25 Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/clarkesworld/m…

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Vegan Italy Hotel | Paradiso Pure Living in the Dolomites | Alexander Spögler 43:11

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Send us a text Link for the show notes In today’s episode, we’re heading to the breathtaking Italian Dolomites to chat with Alexander (Alex) Spögler, co-owner of Paradiso Pure Living — a truly pioneering vegan hotel nestled high in the mountains. Alex shares the remarkable story of how his family transformed a traditional alpine hotel into one of I…

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Episode 25: AI Won’t Save You - Jon Reed on the Real Work Behind Transformation 1:42:29

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Guest: Jon Reed - CoFounder diginomica - Enterprise Analyst Host: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutions Summary: In this conversation, Jon Reed discusses the role of AI in business transformation, emphasizing that AI should be viewed as an accelerant rather than a standalone solution. He highlights the importance o…

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Shabana Mahmood: Racism, Asylum and Me 49:07

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Why is the Home Secretary warning against leaving space for "darker forces"? Shabana Mahmood sits down with Nick off the back of announcing sweeping changes to the asylum system in the UK. Why did she decide to quote explicit racial abuse in the House of Commons? And how does she intend to avoid "ceding the territory of asylum to the far right"? Th…

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Trees at Night by Ramiro Sanchiz (audio) 40:27

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This episode features "Trees at Night" written by Ramiro Sanchiz and translated by Sue Burke. Published in the November 2025 issue of Clarkesworld Magazine and read by Kate Baker. Originally published in Spanish in Ruido Blanco #9, 2021.The text version of this story can be found at: https://clarkesworldmagazine.com/sanchiz_11_25 Support us on Patr…

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Oral History: Douglas A. Boyd explains the basics of the oldest—and newest—historical method 43:23

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“Oral history is a field of study and a method of gathering, preserving, and interpreting the voices and memories of people, communities, and participants in past events.” That is the definition provided by no less an authority than the Oral History Association. And yet this brief, simple, and seemingly authoritative definition is accompanied by so…

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Nina Jackel and Blake Moynes: The Cruelty Behind the Selfie 33:38

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"You look at these animals, and they're just so far removed from the life that I want them to have, that they should have that, we would hope that wild animals have. And they're just humiliated and degraded and they're so utterly powerless." - Nina Jackel Today, we're taking you inside one of the darkest corners of the animal tourism industry — pla…

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Vegan Travel in Quito | Ecuador’s Cloud Forest Part 3 33:37

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Send us a text Link for the show notes In the final part of our Ecuador mini-series, join Brighde as she explores Quito and the cloud forest — from boutique hotels in the historic city center to chocolate tastings in Mindo and wildlife walks in the lush Maquipucuna Reserve. Discover Andean culture, soaring views, hummingbirds, and the conservation …

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Episode 24: Formula 1 Pitlane Lessons for SAP Transformations - Marc Priestley 1:10:32

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Guest: Marc Priestley - Ex-Chief Mechanic - McLaren Racing Formula One Host: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutions Summary: Former McLaren Chief Mechanic Marc Priestley reveals how World Champion Formula One teams think, innovate, and adapt under extreme pressure — and why that mindset is exactly what most SAP tran…

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The Apologists by Tade Thompson (audio) 2:35:10

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This episode features "The Apologists" written by Tade Thompson. Published in the November 2025 issue of Clarkesworld Magazine and read by Kate Baker. The text version of this story can be found at: https://clarkesworldmagazine.com/thompson_11_25 Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/clarkesworld/membership…

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'I'm preparing for government': Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth 38:48

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Can Plaid Cymru replace Labour as the party of power in Wales next year? Rhun ap Iorwerth, the party's leader, thinks so. Rhun ap Iorwerth joins Nick in the Political Thinking studio to talk about how his parents' passion for Welsh heritage and language formed the basis for his vision for the country. They explore Welsh identity and the anti-monarc…

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Love, War, and Diplomacy: Eric H. Cline on the Discovery of the Amarna Letters and the Bronze Age World They Revealed 31:32

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“Two years and a half years ago, when coming down the Nile in a dahabiah, I stopped at . . . Tel el-Amarna. In the course of my exploration, I noticed . . . the foundations of a large building, which had just been laid bare by the natives. . . . A few months afterwards the natives, still going on with their work of disinterment, discovered among th…

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Amy Jones: Skin and Bones 37:39

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"It was a really surreal experience because I didn't know what to expect from a tiger farm. I've been in a lot of industrial farms of other animals. I sort of thought to myself, 'surely it can't be, it can't be actually a farm like what we see, how we raise pigs and chickens and cows.' But it was it was literally a factory farm - a prison, essentia…

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Vegan Travel in Australia | Melbourne’s Coffee & Culture | Lee Hawkins 31:43

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Send us a text Link for the show notes In today’s episode, we’re heading to Melbourne, Australia — a city that’s often described as the cultural heart of the country and a paradise for coffee and food lovers alike. Brighde sits down with Dr. Lee Hawkins, a mathematician, IT professional, and volunteer with The Vegan Society in the UK, who has calle…

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Jade Fighter by D.A. Xiaolin Spires (audio) 1:12:16

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This episode features "Jade Fighter" written by D.A. Xiaolin Spires. Published in the November 2025 issue of Clarkesworld Magazine and read by Kate Baker. The text version of this story can be found at: https://clarkesworldmagazine.com/spires_11_25 Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/clarkesworld/membership…

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'I like it when people underestimate me': Lib Dem leader Ed Davey 47:39

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Ed Davey warns Starmer against handing Reform UK 'the keys into 10 Downing Street' Producer: Daniel KraemerResearch: Chloe DesaveSound: Ged Sudlow and Andrew MillsEditor: Giles EdwardsBy BBC Radio 4

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War and Power: Phillips Payson O’Brien on Who Wins Wars and Why 29:15

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For at least two centuries, ideas of international relations and grand strategy have been premised on the notion of “great powers.” These were mighty states uniquely able to exert their influence through overwhelming military force. In the words of friend of the podcast Leopold von Ranke, a great power was one who could “maintain itself against all…

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Thom Norman: How $23 a Month Could Dismantle Factory Farming 39:42

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"Because we're kind of lowering the stakes. We're saying it's okay to admit to yourself that you care about factory farming and you care about animals because we're not going to try and trick you into going vegan or whatever. And so it allows them to engage with the issue, maybe for the first time in a really serious way. I think what we want to do…

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Vegan Travel in Ecuador | Exploring the Galápagos Part 2 | Brighde Reed 47:05

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Send us a text Link for the show notes Set sail with Brighde in Part 2 of our Ecuador vegan travel mini-series as we journey to the breathtaking Galápagos Islands. From sea-lion-covered beaches and giant tortoises in misty highlands to penguins, blue-footed boobies, and snorkeling adventures in turquoise waters — this episode captures the heart of …

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Episode 23: Inside SAP's Clean Core Revolution - Lukas Bretschneider 1:11:20

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Guest: Lukas Bretschneider - Architecture Lead Clean Core Extensibility, SAP SE Hosts: Alexander Greb - Consulting Director - cbs corporate business solutions Johannes Langguth - Head of Business Transformation and Architecture - SAP SE Clean Core — it’s more than a technical concept. It’s a new mindset that challenges how we think about SAP develo…

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The Stone Played at Tengen by R.H. Wesley (audio) 46:21

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This episode features "The Stone Played at Tengen" written by R.H. Wesley. Published in the November 2025 issue of Clarkesworld Magazine and read by Kate Baker. The text version of this story can be found at: https://clarkesworldmagazine.com/wesley_11_25 Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/clarkesworld/membership…

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Life after Labour: Zarah Sultana on Palestine, Farage and 'Your Party' 47:57

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How a trip to the West Bank in her teens set the Coventry MP on a path into politics. Zarah Sultana joins Nick in the studio a few weeks before the launch of her new party with Jeremy Corbyn. In the interview, they discuss her positions on NATO, the state of Israel, seeking power, and why she likened her relationship with Corbyn to the Gallagher br…

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In Luck's Panoply Clad, I Stand by Phoebe Barton (audio) 27:25

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This episode features "In Luck's Panoply Clad, I Stand" written by Phoebe Barton. Published in the October 2025 issue of Clarkesworld Magazine and read by Kate Baker. The text version of this story can be found at: https://clarkesworldmagazine.com/barton_10_25 Support us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/clarkesworld/membership…

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30,000 Monkeys in Our Backyard 2:48

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This week, we're doing something a little different. Instead of a conversation, we're sharing something we've been working on for the past year — our new short documentary, 30,000 Monkeys in Our Backyard. It tells the unbelievable true story of how a small town in Georgia became ground zero for a proposed facility that would have housed 30,000 monk…