Best Arts In Fife Podcasts (2026)

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In memoriam: Christopher Trotter - much-loved Fife food ambassador and chef 27:48

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Towards the end of 2025, we sadly lost Christopher Trotter, a well-known Fife chef, food writer, and ambassador for local and seasonal produce. He died at the age of 68 after a battle with cancer. In tribute to him, and to pay our respects, OnFARM are re-visiting a conversation that Christopher recorded with Sarah Anderson from our team - to mark t…

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547. Pro Coach Series Part 1 30:18

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It feels like everyone around you is a coach these days. But here's the real question: how many of them are what you would call professional coaches? I've been in this industry for 12 years now, and I've seen a lot of people come and go. I've watched coaches go through training and never do anything with it. I've seen businesses flounder without th…

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546. Your Brain Is Lying to You About Goals 40:20

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Have you ever thought to yourself, "Why bother setting goals if I'm just going to be disappointed when I don't hit them?" Maybe you've decided that instead of chasing achievements, you should just love yourself as you are and be happy right where you're at. Or perhaps you've told yourself that so much is out of your control anyway, why set goals wh…

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545. The Best of Better Than Happy 21:14

11d ago21:14

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This week, I'm sharing some of the most powerful moments and insights from Better Than Happy this year: concepts that have transformed how my listeners think about mistakes, relationships, success, and personal growth. These aren't just feel-good ideas; they're practical tools that fundamentally shift how you experience your daily life. This collec…

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544. Stop Playing to Not Lose. Start Playing to Win. 38:13

18d ago38:13

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Have you ever noticed how much energy you spend trying to avoid failure? Whether it's in your relationships, your career, or even your health goals, most of us are unconsciously playing to not lose instead of playing to win. The truth is, when we operate from fear and protection mode, we miss out on the extraordinary possibilities available to us. …

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543. The Real Reason Most Coaches Stay Small and Broke 34:56

25d ago34:56

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Have you ever wondered why some coaches seem to effortlessly scale their impact and income while others stay stuck small and broke? After 12 years in the coaching industry, I've seen this pattern play out countless times. The difference isn't talent. It's not certification. And it's definitely not about having the perfect marketing strategy. So, wh…

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Raven Botanicals' co-founder Arabella Harvey 48:43

30d ago48:43

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If you're looking for Christmas present inspiration, look no further! This week's guest is Arabella Harvey from Raven Botanicals, the Scottish skincare brand known for its nature-led products. Arabella shares how she and her sister Charlotte built the business - drawing on botanical knowledge, creativity, and a strong connection to the landscape. S…

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542. Unconditional Joy 23:27

1M ago23:27

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Did you know that you are meant for joy? Your purpose, one of your main reasons for existing, is to experience joy. In this episode, I show you why joy isn't created by any conditions outside of you and how this changes everything about how you approach your life. Most of us think we need certain circumstances to feel joy, but what if that's comple…

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46-30 November 2025 54:02

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music and chat from the East Neuk of Fife with brewer Stephen Marshall and songwriter / author James Yorkston. find us at our new home https://www.mixcloud.com/JY4630/

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541. Better Than Busy 40:14

1M ago40:14

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Do people constantly tell you, "You must be so busy"? Maybe they mean it as a compliment, like you're so productive and accomplished. But here's what I've discovered: being busy is exhausting, and it's no way to live your life. In this episode, I challenge the cultural badge of honor we've made out of being busy and offer you a different way to app…

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Soil forensics and the World's End murders: Prof Lorna Dawson of the James Hutton Institute 43:55

1M ago43:55

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Lorna Dawson was a student in Edinburgh in 1977, when 17-year-olds Helen Scott and Christine Eadie were murdered after a night out at the World's End pub. Decades later, she helped to convict the women's killer - using pioneering techniques to identify soil samples that had been taken and retained from Helen Scott's bare feet. Lorna has since repor…

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540. Family Holiday Survival Guide 24:44

2M ago24:44

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The holiday season brings gatherings with people we love, but sometimes those gatherings include people who push our buttons. Maybe it's that relative who always has something critical to say, or the in-law whose worldview clashes with yours. You know you'll see them at Thanksgiving dinner or the family holiday party, and you're already bracing you…

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539. Faith-Focused Finances with Danielle Thienel 57:23

2M ago57:23

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Have you ever felt guilty about wanting more money? Maybe you've been taught that being spiritual means you shouldn't care about wealth beyond your basic needs. Or perhaps you find yourself constantly worried about finances, checking your bank account with dread, and feeling like there's never enough. Well, what if your faith and your finances aren…

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Feuds, disputes, and arguments: how mediation can help (repeat) 38:10

2M ago38:10

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Most of us in farming - unfortunately - know someone who’s been in an argument or a dispute. It could be between relatives over an inheritance, over a business relationship, or any number of different circumstances that have led to conflict. You may not realise you can call on support from professional mediators - or even, in some cases, offer to s…

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538. When Good Women Stop Being Nice with Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife 52:58

2M ago52:58

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Many of us learned early on that being good meant following the rules, keeping everyone happy, and never causing discomfort. So maybe you find yourself saying yes when really, you mean no. Perhaps you agree to host the family gathering, even when you're already overwhelmed, or give in to your teenager's demands because you can't stand their anger. …

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537. Have a Resentment-Free Marriage with Natalie Clay 56:54

2M ago56:54

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Resentment in marriage often feels like an inevitable part of long-term relationships. That slow burn of frustration when your spouse doesn't help with the dishes, or the familiar irritation when they make plans without checking with you first. These everyday moments can accumulate into something that feels permanent and insurmountable, creating di…

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Louping-ill in sheep and grouse: crowdfunding a vaccine 40:21

3M ago40:21

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Tick-borne virus Louping-ill has been spreading across Scotland since a vaccine was withdrawn. The disease is fatal to sheep and red grouse, though it can also infect and by carried by cattle, horses, dogs, and humans. Now, the Moredun Research Institute and industry partner Kernfarm has developed a new-generation vaccine - and has launched a crowd…

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536. Escape Negativity 39:47

3M ago39:47

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Ever notice how your brain seems to get stuck in negative thought patterns? Maybe you've been feeling down lately, or perhaps you've noticed yourself complaining more than usual. Maybe you're just tired of feeling like everything is harder than it should be. Here's the truth: negativity isn't just happening to you. It's being created by your brain.…

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535. 7 Success Lessons from Taylor Swift (Even If You're Not a Swiftie) 33:25

3M ago33:25

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What if I told you some of your biggest business and life lessons could come from watching Taylor Swift? Whether you're a devoted Swiftie or not, there's no denying her incredible success. And success leaves clues. When someone achieves the level of impact Taylor Swift has, there's something worth studying beyond the music itself. The patterns, the…

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Pianodrome (CROSSOVER ECCAN's Climate Jam podcast) 25:01

3M ago25:01

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In this crossover, we share an episode of Edinburgh Communities Climate Action Network’s new podcast series Climate Jam. Host Eirini talks to Pianodrome’s co-founder Tim Vincent-Smith about the story behind building the world’s first Pianodrome in Edinburgh. They discuss the importance of community, circular economy and how a project needs a soul t…

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534. Expect More, Resist Less 20:17

3M ago20:17

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Do you believe that if you're too accepting of yourself, you'll never improve? That being hard on yourself is the only way to grow? If so, you're not alone. This is one of the most common misconceptions I see, and it's holding so many people back from their true potential. This internal battle is exhausting, and it's based on a fundamental misunder…

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Celebrating RHET - bringing the countryside into the classroom 22:49

3M ago22:49

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Well over 70,000 children in Scotland benefit each year from the work of RHET - the Royal Highland Education Trust. RHET take children onto farms, and bring farmers into schools, to help young people aged 3 to 18 to understand more about where our food comes from. In an interview first recorded in 2020, Anna joins John Sinclair, owner of Craigies F…

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533. How One Word Can Change Your Entire Life 36:19

3M ago36:19

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Have you ever felt overwhelmed by all the good advice out there? You know what I mean. All those strategies, tactics, and mindset tips that are supposed to help you create change in your life… but somehow, you're still stuck. When you're stuck in a pattern of negative thinking about your business, your health, your relationships, or any challenge i…

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532. When Hope Is Useful and When It's Not 26:46

3M ago26:46

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From hoping for good weather to hoping our business succeeds, "hope" is a word we throw around constantly. But there's a critical difference between these two scenarios that most people miss. One puts you in the passenger seat of your life, while the other pretends you're not even holding the steering wheel. Here's the truth: hope isn't always your…

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RSABI's Great Scone Palace Challenge - with Gillespie Macandrew 46:26

4M ago46:26

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The inaugural RSABI Great Scone Palace Challenge was a joyous 'It's a Knockout' event, raising over £80,000 to support people in Scottish agriculture. Teams took part from across rural Scotland - and actors from ITV's Emmerdale were on hand to add a big serving of stardust. OnFARM's Anna and Dave caught up with competitors and organisers, as well a…

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531. A Story Is Worth 1000 Pictures 1:01:48

4M ago1:01:48

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Stories shape us more profoundly than facts ever could. A public speaking coach once told me that if a picture is worth a thousand words, a story is worth a thousand pictures. We rarely remember the actual tactics from lessons or speeches, but the stories stay with us. Earlier this year, I brought in a storytelling coach to lead a workshop for coac…

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Dead Airwaves Episode 86 sacrifice by Gary Raisor 21:39

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Sacrifice by Gary Raisor Read by Justin Fife A Priest is visited by an evil Presence during the Christmas holiday.

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530. 9 Things I Wish I'd Known In My 20s 30:00

4M ago30:00

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Remember your 20s? That time of endless possibilities... and endless uncertainty? Maybe you're in them right now, trying to figure it all out. Or maybe, like me, you look back and think about all the things you wish you'd known sooner. Join me this week as I share nine powerful insights that would have transformed my experience of my 20s. From unde…

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529. 9 Things I Wish I'd Known as a New Coach 22:05

4M ago22:05

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Building a successful coaching business requires more than just certification and good intentions. After 11 years in the industry, certain truths become crystal clear - truths that could have saved countless hours and thousands of dollars if only someone had shared them at the beginning. Join me this week to hear nine things I wish I'd known as a n…

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DEAD AIRWAVES Episode 85 Elfin Pipes of the Northworld by David Drake-Interview with Jon Drake 1:23:45

4M ago1:23:45

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This is a very special episode of Dead Airwaves: we feature one of our favorite writers, David Drake. David was best known for his military SF, the brilliant Hammer Slammers series, and Heroic Fantasy tales. The story we present is a fantasy tale titled Elfin Pipes of the Northworld, read by Justin Fife. we also have a great interview with David's …

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528. How to Access Your Inner Strength 36:36

5M ago36:36

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Have you ever looked at someone who seems to handle life's challenges with grace and thought, "I wish I was that strong?" Here's the truth that might surprise you: There aren't people who are mentally and emotionally strong and people who are weak. There are just people who know how to access their inner strength... and those who haven't learned ho…

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Dead Airwaves Episode 84 A Serious Call 20:16

5M ago20:16

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A Serious Call read by Justin Fife. A man studying the ghost stories of M.R. James gets caught up in one himself.

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527. What to Do with Persistent, Unwanted Thoughts 34:29

5M ago34:29

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Our brains generate around 70,000 thoughts per day, and we can't control all of them. The random, bizarre, or negative thoughts that pop into our heads are just part of being human. The real question isn't how to eliminate these thoughts entirely, but rather how to work with them effectively. Tune in this week as I address persistent, unwanted thou…

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Dead Airwaves Episode 83 Halloween Candy by Michael McDowell Read by Justin Fife 44:25

5M ago44:25

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Halloween Candy by Michael McDowell, is one of the best Horror stories from the 1980s. The meanest man in the neighborhood absolutely hates Halloween, is visited by malicious Goblins. Originally an episode of Tales from Darkside, McDowell adapted his teleplay to prose for the book collecting stories featured on the horror anthology show, which he a…

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526. Understanding Emotions, Raising Teens, and the Nervous System 33:28

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This week, I'm answering three listener questions from the podcast hotline that tackle some of the most challenging aspects of emotional life. From understanding why certain people trigger unexpected tears, to navigating the complex world of parenting teenagers and setting boundaries, to exploring what it really means to process versus neutralize e…

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Dead Airwaves Episode 82 Sweetie by G. Wayne Miller 34:58

5M ago34:58

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A man is going through a very bitter divorce when he finds a baby lying in the middle of the road. Sweetie by G. Wayne Miller, read by Charles Conover.

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525. When Your Spouse Doesn't Support Your Goals 21:41

5M ago21:41

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When you're fired up about a new goal, whether it's launching a business, training for a triathlon, or pursuing a passion project, and your spouse looks at you like you've lost your mind, it can feel deflating. Their skepticism makes sense though. Tune in this week to learn why you don't need anyone else to believe in your dreams for them to be val…

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Dead Airwaves Episode 81 Going Native By Andrew Weiner 35:27

5M ago35:27

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Going Native by Andrew Weiner Read by Jeff Billard An Alien on a mission to learn more about Earth and Humanity joins a self help group, with detrimental effect.

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524. Creating Confidence 27:55

5M ago27:55

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When you're facing something new, whether it's starting a business, learning a language, or stepping into a new role, a lack of confidence can feel paralyzing. You know confidence would make everything easier, but how do you get there when you've never done this before? Tune in this week to discover how to start creating confidence where you need i…

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Narrative change workshop: Co-creating adaptation targets with communities 53:47

5M ago53:47

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In this episode, Kaska Hempel explores the ideas behind the Narrating Change workshop - a creative experiment in using storytelling to bring community voices into climate adaptation policy-making. You will hear from researcher and workshop lead Emma Yule, and community participant Luke Fraser who is based in Orkney. They share what they got out of …

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Limited-Time Bonus for San Diego Attendees 🎉 2:24

6M ago2:24

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Popping into your feed with a special announcement! If you're coming to the 12 Clients in 12 Weeks live event this September in San Diego, you'll now also receive a professional headshot—a bonus gift for all attendees who register by Saturday, August 2nd at 11:59 PM PT. Head to jodymoore.com/success to grab your ticket and get all the details.…

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Dead Airwaves Episode 80 After A Brief Commercial Break 16:52

6M ago16:52

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After A Commercial Break By Heather Svdbeck Read by Frank Gugumelli A woman had difficulty shopping lately at night at her local grocery store.

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523. Get 12 Clients in 12 Weeks 18:25

6M ago18:25

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Are you a coach who's tired of the slow trickle of clients coming into your business? Maybe you're thinking, "I need more certifications first," "The market is too saturated," "I'm not tech-savvy enough," or "Nobody knows about my offer." I'm here to tell you that those are all just stories your brain is telling you. In this episode, I show you how…

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Dead Airwaves Episode 79 Old Church Grim By Chauncey Haworth 27:45

6M ago27:45

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Old Church Grim by Chauncey Haworth Read by Frank Gugumelli.

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522. Why I Went On and Off GLP-1 46:21

6M ago46:21

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The constant swirl of opinions, research, and personal stories around GLP-1 medications has created a perfect storm of confusion for anyone considering this path. Between the people who swear by it, those who condemn it as "cheating," and doctors recommending it left and right, the noise can be overwhelming. Tune in this week as I share my own jour…

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Dead Airwaves Episode 78: All A Clone By Phone By Haskell Barkin 29:10

6M ago29:10

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Leon's answering machine seems to have taken over his life. All A Clone by Phone by Haskell Barking Read and directed by Wesley Critchfield

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521. Friendship Is a Thought 26:16

6M ago26:16

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Friendship comes with expectations we don't even realize we carry. When someone we've known for years suddenly changes how they interact with us, or when differences create distance, the pain feels real and personal. Yet beneath these friendship struggles lies something more fundamental - our unexamined beliefs about what friendship actually means.…

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Dead Airwaves Episode 77 Blue in the Face by Mark Slade 28:24

6M ago28:24

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Mel Rose Narrates Blue in the Face by Mark Slade. A man learns the hard way not to piss off Mines.

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Dead Airwaves Episode 76 Jilling off to Cowboy Diamons 25:13

6M ago25:13

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This Censorship story by Lothar Tuppan is narrated by Chrisi Pashley, where a woman seems to be haunted by a cowboy who really wants to help her become the person she wants to be.

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520. How to Make an Impact 28:50

6M ago28:50

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Most of us dream about superpowers that would save us time and energy - the ability to be in multiple places at once, to control outcomes, or to accomplish more with less effort. But this desire reveals something deeper about our human nature: we're designed to make an impact. Tune in this week for a replay episode where you'll learn practical ways…