Best BackBeat Podcasts (2026)

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Backbeats A History Of Rock n Roll In 15 Drummers From Music Historian John Lingan 9:04

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Rock and roll is not rock and roll without a beat. John Lingan's new book, BACKBEATS: A History of Rock and Roll in 15 Drummers (Scribner; Publication date: November 11, 2025) is an electrifying journey through the history of rock and roll, told through the lives of fifteen iconic drummers and their percussion rivals-from John Bonham and Charlie Wa…

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John Lingan's new book “Backbeats" takes readers on a journey through six decades of rock and roll drummer history 27:41

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Rock and roll is not rock and roll without a beat. John Ligan’s new book “Backbeats: A History of Rock and Roll in Fifteen Drummers” is a journey through the history of rock and roll told through the lives of fifteen iconic drummers and their percussion rivals.By Joe Donahue

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Backbeat | Faith is About What Comes First | Craig Smith 40:14

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When challenges seem overwhelming, where do you turn? Learn how David's approach in Psalm 27:1-3 shows us that steady faith begins with making God our light, our salvation, and our stronghold, not by defeating every enemy, but by enduring through them.By Craig Smith

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The Daily Mess Why Have Protests Turned To Fire And Anger Plus How Can We Understand It 4:50

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I’m always asking questions. The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as… Why have today’s protests turned into public displays of fire and anger? Plus…what’s leading protests toward being even more destructive than what they were in the 60’s? I’m Arroe… I am a daily writer. A silent wolf. I stand on the sidelines and do nothing …

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Roundtable Panel: The Week in Review - Episode 249 59:30

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Each weekday morning, The Roundtable's Joe Donahue is joined by various experts, journalists, educators, and commentators to discuss current events. On Roundtable Panel: The Week in Review, we feature your favorite panelists discussing news items from the previous week.

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Arroe Unplugged Page One Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty Two The Daily Mess 5:49

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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.By Arroe Collins

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Something Our Parents Would Say Fly On The Wall 2:24

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Some say it dates back to Romeo and Juliet. When did fly on the wall become everyday speak? Was it really a series on television? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.By Arroe Collins

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Pod Crashing Episode 433 Ana Ortiz And Mark Indelicato From Viva Betty 13:07

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Pod Crashing episode 433 with Ana Ortiz and Mark Indelicato from the podcast Viva Betty. Ugly Betty was more than just a show - it was a revolution. Bold, heartfelt, and unapologetically real, it gave us characters that shattered stereotypes and told stories that mattered, putting a working-class Latino family, the immigrant experience, and LGBTQ+ …

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Pod Crashing 101 Episode 342 Recording Outside A Studio Is Noise The New Texture 4:49

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Is there such a thing as a perfect sounding podcast? NPR has always taken us to the scene. Should we be doing it more with podcasting? How do listeners feel about background noise? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.…

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In "When All the Men Wore Hats," Susan Cheever takes her father, John Cheever's, work 43:29

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"The Stories of John Cheever," published in 1978, brought together some of the finest short fiction ever written. The collection was honored with the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award, and it would go on to sell millions of copies and to define the American short story and shape generations of writers. In "When All the Men Wore Hats," Susa…

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When You Break The Law You Have To Look Good Tim Smith From Moonshiners 9:39

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American moonshine originated over 300 years ago, when liquor makers rebelled against new taxes that threatened their livelihood. On this season of Discovery Channel’s Moonshiners, history repeats itself as liquor prices skyrocket and trade wars cripple the legal market. Embracing their outlaw spirit and rebellious heritage, the moonshiners rise to…

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1/9/26 Panel 1:32:04

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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are Tetherless World Senior Constellation Professor of Computer, Web and Cognitive Science at RPI Jim Hendler, Semi-retired, Editor at large/columnist/editorial writer for the Times Union Jay Jochnowitz, and Professor of History at CUNY John Jay Colleg…

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The Daily Mess When Did We Become The I Want It Now Generation Plus Your Smartphone Is Changing That 4:21

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I’m always asking questions. The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as… When did we become this “I want it now generation?” Plus…the smartphone with all its apps have been the main drive behind regaining control of an out of control life. I’m Arroe… I am a daily writer. A silent wolf. I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but…

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Arroe Unplugged Page One Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty One Lyrics From Billys Forest 4:51

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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.By Arroe Collins

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Forest Stories Episode One Hundred Nine Ernie's Final Dance 13:00

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The final dance. The walk, the conversation, the music, the memories and the mental and physical embracing of not just one moment but a collection of stories that wrap around the world. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.…

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Tom Clancy's Executive Power From Brian Andrews And Jeffrey Wilson 12:04

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In TOM CLANCY EXECUTIVE POWER, Kyle is the only survivor of an attack on his team. It was supposed to be a routine mission in a quiet African nation, but now he’s being held by the leader of a bloody coup. His father, the President of the United States, is about to discover which is more important to him: the interests of his country or the life of…

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James Howard Kunstler will be at Northshire Bookstore on January 15th to talk about his new book "Look I'm Gone" 24:46

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Author and social critic James Howard Kunstler joins us this morning to discuss his new novel, "Look I’m Gone." The book is a coming-of-age tale set in November of 1963 that captures the very moment America - and one smart-mouthed boy - lost their innocence. He will be speaking about the book at Northshire Bookstore in Saratoga Springs on Thursday,…

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"The Breath of the Gods: The History and Future of the Wind" by Simon Winchester 29:10

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Simon Winchester has long been one of our most wide-ranging non-fiction storytellers bringing curiosity and clarity to subjects as varied as dictionaries, oceans, earthquakes, and the technologies that have knit together the modern world. His new book “The Breath of the Gods: The History and Future of the Wind” continues that tradition with an expa…

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Celebrating, Relaxing, Exploring Josh Wines Creator Joe Carr 10:14

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The new year brings fresh ideas for how people connect, gather, and entertain at home. Joseph Carr, Founder of Josh Cellars, shares emerging 2026 at-home entertaining trends highlighting thoughtful planning, crowd-pleasing touches and elevated non-alcoholic options that are shaping modern gatherings.From a renewed interest in American-made brands –…

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1/8/26 Panel 1:08:56

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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are Executive Vice President and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Bard College and Director for the Center for Civic Engagement &Professor of Political Studies Jonathan Becker, Former Vice President for Editorial Development at the New York Press…

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The Daily Mess Why Are Medications Hard To Pronounce Plus What Is Heartworks 4:22

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I’m always asking questions. The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as… Why are the names of our daily medications words that most of us can’t pronounce? Plus…Why does the month of January feel like 31 days we can’t agree with, so we’re forced to get over it? I’m Arroe… I am a daily writer. A silent wolf. I stand on the sidelin…

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Arroe Unplugged Page One Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty The Daily Mess 4:56

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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.By Arroe Collins

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Play It Forward Missed Opportunity With Singer Songwriter Claire Guerreso 7:56

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-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations. Hosting requires show prep. My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests. What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed. The conversation didn’t happen. I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again. Let me explain Missed Opportunity. It’s my questions…

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Home Builder Institutes CEO Ed Brady Rebuilding The Structuring Of Tomorrows Foundation Builders 18:14

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HomeBuilder Institute CEO Ed Brady applauded Trump’s push to encourage people to consider trade schools as a path to in-demand good paying jobs. Now, with President Trump reportedly finalizing a $500 million deal with Harvard to launch a major trade school, “Technology cannot build itself,” Brady said. “AI, data centers, and new housing all depend …

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The Lyrics From Ernie's Forest Chapter 434 Spiritual Versus Physical Presence 4:37

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When what's inspired and influenced us to reach higher levels of peace and success is no longer with us physically. It's now grown into a field of spiritual presence. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.By Arroe Collins

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Bigger Than A Who Done It Cuz They Know Mark Shaw Returns With Abuse Of Power 28:58

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In his explosive new book, ABUSE OF POWER bestselling author, former noted criminal defense attorney, and TV network legal analyst Mark Shaw affirms RFK, Jr.’s sense that Sirhan Sirhan was not accountable for the 1968 assassination of Robert F. Kennedy. Shaw, however, refutes the HHS Secretary’s theory that his father’s murder was linked to the CIA…

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Bernadette Atuahene's new book is "Plundered: How Racist Policies Undermine Black Homeownership in America" 18:07

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As this month marks the 70th Anniversary of the Montgomery Bus Boycott the new book “Plundered: How Racist Policies Undermine Black Homeownership in America” challenges us to address the economic plunders still shaping black homeownership today. “Plundered” by Bernadette Atuahene is a fresh and revealing look at how economic and racial exploitation…

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Winds Of Time Is Out AndParker Halub From Wings Of Steel Is Ready For The World Tour 21:01

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Wings of Steel, the rising stars of traditional heavy metal, unleash a powerful new single and music video Burning Sands. This electrifying track is the third and final single from their highly anticipated sophomore album, Winds of Time, and follows two critically acclaimed singles from the album released earlier this year; We Rise & Winds of Time.…

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1/7/26 Panel 1:29:57

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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are Dean of the College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity at the University at Albany Robert Griffin, Associate Professor of Government at Dutchess Community College and President of the World Affairs Council of the Mid-Hud…

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The Daily Mess How Much Does It Cost To Run An Info-mercial And Can Politics Be Trusted 5:44

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I’m always asking questions. The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as… How much money are advertisers shelling out to pay for late night info-mercials. Are we really saving the dogs and cats in shelters or financing a side hustle that can afford late night advertising? Everything on the flat is saying paid TV. Is money being m…

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Arroe Unplugged Page One Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty Nine The Choice 3:13

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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.By Arroe Collins

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Pod Crashing Episode 341 With Mandi Woodruff Santos Brown Ambition 19:36

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Pod Crashing episode 431 with Mandi Money or Mandy Woodruff Santos from the podcast Brown Ambition. The Brown Ambition Podcast helps you unapologetically build wealth by saving, investing and making smart career choices - on your own d@mn terms! New episodes Wednesdays and Fridays.Episodes here:Https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-brown-ambition-311…

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Catastrophic Disclosure From Kent Heckenlively The Deep State, Aliens And Truth 8:35

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A groundbreaking exploration of UFO crashes, government cover-ups, Congressional hearings, and humanity's mysterious origins, featuring shocking evidence and exclusive insights from top experts.New York Times bestselling author, Kent Heckenlively, JD, and acclaimed UFO documentary director, Michael Mazzola, collaborate to bring you the latest infor…

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Can I Say That Why Free Speech Matters From Dr Cloe Carmichael 12:38

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Why Free Speech Matters and How to Use It Fearlessly If you’re like 84% of Americans, you think self-censorship and cancel culture are serious issues. You may feel like you’re not free to speak your mind, or you worry that you’ll be alienated for expressing your opinions. This can lead to self-censorship and feeling like people don't know the authe…

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David Baldacci's new book is "Nash Falls: A Thriller" 23:35

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“Nash Falls: A Thriller” by David Baldacci was one of the most popular books this Holiday Season and remains on the NYT Bestsellers list. We meet Walter Nash, a successful businessman whose life is upended when the FBI recruits him to go undercover at his own company to expose a massive money-laundering operation run by a criminal mastermind.…

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Akiko Busch's "From the Millpond to the Sea" 16:53

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Writer Akiko Busch joins us to tell us about her new book, “From the Millpond to the Sea,” a personal narrative that considers the ecological, social, and human interests around dams in New York's Hudson River Valley.By Joe Donahue

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Breaking Down Her Name Sets The Future Stage Yoshihanaa From NBC's The Voice 10:52

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YOSHIHANAA has been performing for over a decade, starting in her brother's Top 40 rock band before carving her own path. She launched RNB Underground, a showcase spotlighting independent soul artists in Orlando, and later formed her own group, Yoshi and the X Band, gaining regional recognition. Music has been in her life since birth, growing up in…

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1/6/26 Panel 1:29:48

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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are public policy and communications expert Theresa Bourgeois, Preceptor in Public Speaking, Strategic Communications, and Public Relations for the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Harvard University Terry Gipson, and Senior Fellow at the American Enter…

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The Daily Mess An Old Word With A New Appeal Plus How Can We Activate Anew 4:45

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I’m always asking questions. The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as… “Anew” Not two words. One word. Anew. Why has it become a hot button word again? Plus…how does one become connected to an Anew lifestyle? I’m Arroe… I am a daily writer. A silent wolf. I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then act…

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More Clicks in '26 - EP 117 1:06:55

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Send us a text Paul and Kevin kick off the new year with returning guest JP Dragon for a fast-moving conversation about Florida’s music scene, modern production, and the wild stories that happen along the way. From Memphis and Nashville memories to breaking down a track from Royal Ruckus, the crew dives into creativity, collaboration, and how music…

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Arroe Unplugged Page One Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty Eight The Daily Mess 4:32

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The Daily Mess An Old Word With A New Appeal Plus How Can We Activate Anew Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.By Arroe Collins

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C.T.C.S Episode 207 Buy Me A Coke, People Peeing Freely And Freedom Of Speech 36:53

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I’m CT… When I’m not busy being Arroe the podcaster, I live in the real world. Everybody has to have a job. Mine is C.S. Customer Service. Solutions, relationships while keeping my team motivated to keep a constant connection with each guest who’s chosen to stop their day to visit our location. Episode 207 Bring me a coke! People peeing freely. You…

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My Day Of Play 2 Crazy Unedited Talks With Evelyn Sicairos And Survivalist Creek Stewart 24:40

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Welcome back to the studio. This is My Day of Play, where you’re taken into the real events and actions of how it happens long before the process of editing or cleaning up. The original purpose of these episodes was to give my broadcasting students something to edit, to practice with and to call their own. Then I realized that you are just as impor…

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Rachel Renee Russell And Daughter Nikki Release Dork Diaries Tales In Full Color 21:10

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Why now?:The #1 New York Times bestselling series, Dork Diaries, now has dazzling, full-color illustrations for a new generation of middle-grade readers. Rachel Renee Russell and her daughter Nikki Russell, who illustrates the series, are on a mission to encourage kids to embrace their individuality, and to inspire them to be strong and have self c…

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Walter Isaacson's new book is "The Greatest Sentence Ever Written" 27:18

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Walter Isaacson is a biographer of geniuses like Benjamin Franklin and in his new book he reveals the origins of the most genius revolutionary line in the Declaration of Independence. He does so in his book “The Greatest Sentence Ever Written.”By Joe Donahue

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Saratoga Springs new poet laureate Jay Rogoff will host the Poetry Repair Cafe at Northshire Bookstore 17:10

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Jay Rogoff begins 2026 with a two-year stint as Saratoga Springs poet laureate. Yesterday he started his Poetry Repair Café series at Northshire Bookstore, meeting with writers to discuss how to bring their poems closer to what they wish them to accomplish. Rogoff plans to hold the Poetry Repair Café the first Sunday of every month.…

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This Is It Marvelous And Getting Better The Story Of Music Legend Melba Moore 17:48

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Melba Moore, a Tony Award winning, 3x Grammy nominee, has starred in the Broadway musicals "Hair", "Purlie!", "Timbuktu!" and "Les Miserables". Her countless hits include "You Stepped Into My Life," "Read My Lips," "Fallin'" and "This Is It." She's been a global success for over fifty years and now has a new book, which shares her strategies for lo…

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1/5/26 Panel 1:35:16

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The Roundtable Panel: a daily open discussion of issues in the news and beyond. Today's panelists are Professor of History and International Relations at Vassar College and he is a specialist on the history of US foreign policy Robert Brigham, Senior Fellow, Bard Center for Civic Engagement Jim Ketterer, Professor Emeritus of Russian at Hofstra Uni…

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The Choice Are We Trapping Our Pets To Stay Here Plus What It Takes To Make A Choice 4:20

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When it’s extremely difficult to make up your mind. Having the power of choice can actually weaken someone. On this episode we’re going to explore our choice to reserve a little more time to be with our lost loved ones. Are we trapping their souls here? Plus, the choice to make a choice requires courage and confidence. Where can we find that? I’m A…