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Link Rot

Tim Klapdor, Adam Webster & Ben Atkinson

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Link Rot is a discussion held at the intersection of life and technology. Each week we dive into a subject that explores the changes going on in digital technology and the way it affects our lives. We discuss how technology impacts our very humanity and aim to have some fun along the way!
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Dive into the world of Foil Drive with the Foil Drive Podcast! Join us as we chat with ambassadors, riders, customers, and dealers who are all part of the foil frother community. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look with Foil Drive founders Paul and Ben, and uncover the stories that power everything Foil Drive stands for. Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to foiling, this is your go-to podcast for all things Foil Drive. Get ready to ride the waves of excitement on the Foil Drive Podcast!
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The Flop House

MaximumFun, Dan McCoy, Stuart Wellington, Elliott Kalan

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The Flop House is a comedy podcast devoted to the worst in recent film. Your hosts (Elliott Kalan, Dan McCoy, and Stuart Wellington) watch a questionable film, then engage in an unscripted discussion about the movie's shortcomings and occasional delights, while never being afraid of a pointless, silly digression or two hundred.
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The fashion industry has become well known for its involvement in the climate crisis and social injustices. However, with this knowledge comes action, with a growing number of brands and experts stepping up to improve industry practices. From developing circularity solutions to supporting worker communities. On The Sustainable Fashion Wingman, we talk to the innovators, careers, and brands making a positive impact in the industry. Helping you dress, live, and work more sustainably. Listen as ...
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Rubber Duck Dev Show

Chris & Creston

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Hi! We are Chris & Creston the Rubber Duck Devs! Welcome to the Rubber Duck Dev Show! The weekly live talk show all about software development. We'll be talking about: - Different Languages (Ruby, Python, Javascript, etc.) - Project management (tools and communication techniques) - Databases (SQL, NoSQL, NewSQL, Redis, etc.) - Servers (ensuring security and high availability) - Guest interviews And much more! Each week, we'll pick a topic and do a deep dive. We'll explore all the facts, tren ...
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Photography Down The Line

Stills: Centre for Photography

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Photography Down The Line is a series of conversations initiated by Director of Stills, Ben Harman, about and around photography. Started during the challenging time of the Coronavirus lockdown, this series aims to discuss, celebrate and share the ideas of artists, photographers and others from the sector. Stills is a registered charity and centre for photography based in Edinburgh, UK.
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Hello and welcome, My name is Jacob Little, and I thought I would start a podcast for survivors. When I say survivors, I mean survivors of child abuse, institutional child abuse, survivors of addiction, survivors of the prison system and survivors of domestic violence. Been a survivor of abuse and having lived experience of the prison system. I thought I would start this safe space so all survivors can listen and tune in. I hope people can relate to Survivor Stories, and we can work together ...
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Speaking Of Wealth with Jason Hartman

Jason Hartman with Dan Millman & Pat Flynn

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Welcome to the "Speaking of Wealth" podcast showcasing profit strategies for speakers, publishers, authors, consultants, and info-marketers. Learn valuable skills to make your business more successful, more passive, more automated, and more scalable. Your host, Jason Hartman interviews top-tier guests, bestselling authors and experts including; Dan Poynter (The Self-Publishing Manual), Harvey Mackay (Swim With The Sharks & Get Your Foot in the Door), Dan Millman (Way of the Peaceful Warrior) ...
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We've made it no secret that we at The Flop House are proud to have been included in the newly-published, The Podcast Pantheon: 101 Podcasts That Changed How We Listen. On this episode we welcome the author of that book, Sean Malin, to the show, to help us discuss the MOVIE pantheon, and which canonical films we could all live without. See The Flop…
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From the (?)genius(?) that brought us the legendary A Talking Cat!?! comes another tale of a talking animal and the humans who live with him in a California porn-shoot-mansion, doing mundane things in scenes that take way too long, in-between luxurious establishing shots and footage of people driving. It's the absolutely bonkos Smallvember new clas…
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In this engaging conversation, Sam Shannon, the North America representative for Apple Tree, shares his journey from the East Coast to Hood River, where he became immersed in the world of foiling. He discusses the unique construction of Apple Tree boards, the impact of Foil Drive on sales, and the best times to visit Hood River for optimal conditio…
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It's Smalltember (Elliott pops into frame to say "Smallvember!") -- that special time of year when we allow ourselves to stray from big Hollywood movies to examine some tinier, more idiosyncratic pictures. And boy howdy is Lumina idiosyncratic! So we welcomed actor Ashlie Atkinson (The Gilded Age, The Lost Bus, Mr. Robot and much more) to help deci…
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In this powerful episode of the Jails, Gangs and Justice, we dive deep into stories of survival, resilience, and hope. Join hosts Jacob Little and guest Jarvis Atkinson as they share their own personal journeys through addiction, homelessness, incarceration, and institutional abuse. Jarvis opens up about his years in and out of prison, battling add…
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It's rare that a movie gets embraced as a new classic in badness as quickly as Amazon's War of the Worlds, but hey -- they're known for their fast delivery. Maybe they're just the future of bad movies, "disrupting" the bad movie space with their boldly incompetent visions! We discuss the (overwhelmingly listener-requested) new WotW! Our first Chica…
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Stuart takes us on a tour of the biggest summer releases of the past couple of decades. See The Flop House LIVE IN CHICAGO this November! And, if you prefer to watch us from the comfort of your own home: Tickets for Flop TV Season 3 are ON SALE! Subscribe to our NEWSLETTER, “Flop Secrets!By Elliott Kalan, Dan McCoy, Stuart Wellington
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Join Jacob Little and Felicia Djamirze for a powerful conversation about life after incarceration, overcoming stigma, and breaking through systemic barriers. In this episode, Jacob shares his personal journey from youth detention to becoming an advocate for survivors of institutional abuse, while Felicia offers her expertise as a lived experience t…
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Hi ho? More like HO HUM! Got 'em. Oooh Disney's gonna be smarting from that sick burn so hard they've GOTTA stop making these lackluster remakes, right? Anyway, on this episode we welcome the great Rebecca Alter of Vulture.com to discuss the most already-forgotten of Disney's IP-recycling death march, Snow White! See The Flop House LIVE IN CHICAGO …
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Can nutrition play a role in cancer therapy? What are the most evidence based complementary therapies for cancer care? How could the ketogenic diet be used in oncology? Dr Nasha Winters champions a comprehensive approach to cancer treatment, combining standard of care with vetted metabolic and complementary therapies for optimal outcomes. She is a …
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Back in the 80s and 90s, movies LOVED to end with a rap song that went over the plot to the movie you just saw. On this mini, Dan quizzes Stu and Elliott about some examples of wrap-up raps, followed by discussion questions to really dig into this particular cinematic-musical form. See The Flop House LIVE IN CHICAGO this November! And, if you prefe…
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In this episode of the Foil Drive podcast, host Josh interviews Dominic, the founder of Foil Drive Europe. They discuss the rapid growth of foiling in Europe, the various events and competitions happening, and the innovations in foiling equipment. Dominic shares his experiences from the recent Lake Garda Foiling Week, highlighting the community asp…
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Elliott had to dip out for an episode, so... how do you replace a troublemaking little scamp? How about: with the comforting, easy presence of Linda Holmes? We deserve a vacation too, y'know? And in this episode, we make good on a promise from Linda's last appearance -- to have her back to discuss that hearty slice of Christmas "content," Red One. …
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We all know movies where "it's like the city is another character," and we understand what that means when a location has a big personality like New York, Tokyo, or Paris... but what about the more unknown cities out there? Elliott helps us brainstorm some filmic personalities for less-heralded locations Tickets for Flop TV Season 3 are ON SALE STA…
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Can bioregualtory peptides slow biological aging? What are bioregulatory peptides and how do they work? Is this the next big thing in anti-aging medicine? I had the pleasure to sit down with Dr Rob Verkerk at the Integrative and Personalised Medicine Congress in London to talk all things Bioregulatory peptides. These are molecules which have huge p…
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It's a testament to how generally good (or at least passable) the MCU films have been, that there have been 36 of them released, but this is only the second one we've covered. What makes Captain America: Brave New World so (anti-) special? You'll have to listen to find out! Wikipedia page for Captain America: Brave New World Recommended in this epi…
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Dr Bill Harris is as internationally recognised expert on the omega 3 and heart disease, which make him one of the best people in the world to have this conversation with. Omega 3’s are not often considered on a normal blood panel but I think there is a strong case as to why they should be. There is a reason why many countries across the world reco…
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No, it's not a biopic about Jim Poolman, former insurance commissioner of North Dakota. It's a comic sunshine noir about an actual pool-maintaining Poolman, played (and written/directed) by fave Chris (Pine), who finds himself tangled in a criminal conspiracy... or maybe he's just whacked-out and paranoid? We're joined in this pool party by one of …
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Ah, here he comes, that son of a gun, that cat, that Garfield, that gigantic thing -- except... There's something different about him. It's weird. He just doesn't seem very... Garfield-y? Anyway, in honor of the birthday of one of our great Americans, Garfield the cat, and also maybe one other guy, we take on 2024's The Garfield Movie. Wikipedia pa…
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With The Fantastic Four: First Steps coming to theaters soon, listener Andrew asked the question "Galactus and The Silver Surfer -- what's their deal, man?" and Elliott gladly stepped up to answer. Subscribe to our NEWSLETTER, “Flop Secrets! Aura has a great deal for Father’s Day. For a limited time, listeners can save on the perfect gift by visiti…
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In this compelling episode, Jacob Little, founder of About Time for Justice, shares his extraordinary journey from youth detention through adult maximum‐security prisons and back into the community. He reflects on the cycle of intergenerational trauma sparked by childhood abuse, his time inside Brisbane Boys’ Yard and other institutions, and the pi…
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In this episode, Luke Atkinson, a prominent figure in the foiling community, shares his journey from a competitive kiter to a foiling enthusiast. He discusses his experiences at FoilFest, the evolution of water sports, and the importance of community in the foiling world. Luke also delves into his competitive mindset, upcoming travels, and the uniq…
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Love DOES hurt. For instance, we love and only want the best for Everything Everywhere All at Once comeback king Ke Huy Quan, but then we have to witness him struggle through a movie like Love Hurts. Fortunately he comes off all right. The movie itself? Not so much. But hey, looks like he's got Zootopia 2 and a movie from the guy who made Rare Expo…
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Can we reverse chronic disease using food? How can food be used as preventative medicine? What foods have medicinal properties and in what dose? Dr. William Li, physician, scientist and bestselling author of “Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself” and “Eat to Beat Your Diet: Burn Fat, Heal Your Metabolism, and Live L…
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In this gripping episode of Jails, Gangs, and Justice, two former outlaw motorcycle gang members sit down for a raw, unfiltered conversation about life inside the club—and the personal journeys that led them out. From brotherhood and identity to disillusionment and transformation, this episode dives deep into the world of outlaw biker culture and t…
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The Flop House is headed to Summer Camp! A few weeks of sun, swimming, hiking, crafts -- we're gonna make each other SO MANY FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS that our circulation is gonna cut off! We're gonna have so much fu-- what? It's just a movie? But... it stars Diane Keaton, Alfre Woodard, and Kathy Bates, so with those actors it's gotta be at least a li…
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Hallie joins the Flop House gang once more, to discuss random topics selected by YOU, the listeners! Subscribe to our NEWSLETTER, “Flop Secrets! Go to factormeals.com/flop50off and use code flop50off to get 50% off, plus FREE shipping on your first box.By Dan McCoy, Elliott Kalan, Stuart Wellington, Hallie Haglund
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I was interviewed by Sasskia Brown from the Your Bittersweet Darling podcast. In this podcast I open up about growing up in housing commission in Newcastle, the impact of my father’s 16½-year prison sentence and my own experiences in youth detention and men’s maximum-security facilities—where I survived institutional abuse and learned the harsh rul…
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Robbie Williams is a chimp. That's not an insult, just an accurate description of Better Man, from the director of past Flop House subject, The Greatest Showman. This one's the rare FH movie that was a critical success while being a financial flop -- will we agree with the critics? Oh, and we buried the lede: HALLIE'S BACK! Wikipedia page for Bette…
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We're joined by longtime friend of the show (but first time on mic!) Alejandro Arbona, a 20-year veteran of comics editing and a comics writer himself, to discuss everyone's favorite extravagantly-perverse Italian thriller genre -- GIALLO. We discuss what defines a giallo and differentiates it from other sub-genres (and the slasher films it helped …
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We flashback to discuss a movie that was much-requested when it was first released, but just didn't fit into our schedule -- Jerry Seinfeld's baffling paean to the Pop Tart, Unfrosted, a film that throws an astounding cavalcade of comedy talent at ideas that seem (apologies) a bit undercooked. Also, we were blessed by the rare in-studio presence of…
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In this engaging conversation, Rob Pirie, a prominent figure in the foiling community and a top team rider for Foil Drive, shares his extensive experiences in surfing and foiling. He discusses his early days in the surf culture, the evolution of foiling gear, and the importance of community and learning from peers. Rob provides technical insights o…
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What's the deal with Netflix's The Electric State? Well, for one thing we know that IT'S ELECTRIC... boogie woogie woogie. But also, it's a movie arguing for the primacy of real-life connection that feels utterly algorithmically designed, what with its Chris Pratts and Millies Bobby Brown and cute robot pals, and it cost... $320 million?? That can'…
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Elliott puts on his greasy overalls to look under the filmic hood, as we figure out what makes a good "robot movie," ask why Heartbeeps was a bad one, and see if we can pull out the robot defibrillator to restore its cinematic heartbeep. Subscribe to our NEWSLETTER, “Flop Secrets!” Go to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to la…
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My name is Jacob Little. I’m the co-founder of About Time for Justice and the founder of the Healing Voices Foundation. My journey has taken me from surviving institutional abuse and incarceration to becoming an advocate for survivors across Australia. I know firsthand what it’s like to be caught in the youth detention system, to experience life in…
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We tie a bow around Max Fun Drive 2025 and our “Movies Without Spider-Man” series with (?) Paul Schrader's (?) magnum opus, Heartbeeps. It's the classic tale of a guy robot and a girl robot in love and also there's a bad stand-up comic robot and a mean cop robot and a baby robot and Andy Kaufman does one of the world's most irritating voices and wh…
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“Movies Without Spider-Man” Max Fun drive continues (please consider supporting our show!) with the thrilling (?) conclusion (??) of the Venom saga -- Venom: The Last Dance, the touching story of a boy and the black sentient goo he wears on his body that sometimes eats people's heads. There's one more week of Max Fun Drive — check out our event cal…
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In this engaging conversation, Ryan Arzy shares his journey in the foiling community, discussing his role with Foil Drive, his experiences in competitions, and insights into the Foil Surf Race League. He reflects on the dynamics of the foiling community, the importance of gear and setup, and the thrill of competition. Ryan also emphasizes the fun a…
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Here's a little taste of what's awaiting Max Fun members in the member bonus feed -- an all-new roleplaying adventure from gamemaster Stuart! In this edition, Dan, Elliott, and fan favorite guest Zhubin Parang play beachfront restaurant staff, on the first night of summer, trying to make it through a busy shift... but CHAOS is on the menu! If you'd…
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Dive into the latest episode of the National Justice Forum, where critical issues of social justice, policy reform, and community empowerment take center stage. Each episode features dynamic conversations with experts, activists, and thought leaders who illuminate the pathways toward real, transformative change. Join us for an inspiring dialogue th…
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It’s not MaxFunDrive without a wild kickoff spectacular! Former real-life VJ and host of MTV's Spring Break 1999, Dave Holmes, takes your favorite MaxFun hosts through some wacky ‘90s- and Spring Break-themed mini games!! Featuring: Dave Holmes, Jeremy Bent, Oscar Montoya, Dimitry Pompée, Tom Lum, Ellen Weatherford, Alex Schmidt, Brenda Snell, Drea…
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We start out our special "Films Without Spider-Man" theme month (in honor of Max Fun Drive -- please consider supporting our show!) with one of the more ostentatiously-Spider-Man-free films of last year: Kraven the Hunter. C'mon, Kraven, we KNOW you guys know one another--remember that last hunt? Just swallow your pride and phone Spidey to drop by!…
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We welcome one of the godfathers of bad movie culture, Harry Medved, of the seminal books "The Fifty Worst Films of All Time" and "The Golden Turkey Awards," and discuss his PBS show "Locationland" where he and comedian Dana Gould visited the filming sites for Plan 9 From Outer Space! And we also spend a little time talking to Locationland producer…
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