Best Bucharest Podcasts (2025)

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#30 – Jewish București (Bucharest in English, Bukharest in Yiddish) 38:14

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4h ago38:14

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Send us a text We will be exploring the Jewish history of some major Romanian cities so we start here with the capital, Bucharest: București București Jewish History București Jewish Neighborhoods București Jewish Cemeteries București SynagoguesBy Adrian Iosifescu

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CONFERENCE LEAGUE AWAITS AFTER DEFEAT IN BUCHAREST 29:17

26d ago29:17

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A disappointing night in Bucharest saw the Dons crash out of the Europa League 5-2 on aggregate. A night marred by a controversial VAR decision.The Conference league was the fallback and a tough group awaits on the pitch with some exciting draws off it!Email us [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices…

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#31 – Jewish Iași (Jassy in English and Yiddish) 27:19

4h ago27:19

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Send us a text We continue here to explore the Jewish history of some major Romanian cities, with the city of Iași: Iași Iași History Iași Jewish History Iași Jewish Culture Iași Jewish Cemeteries Iași SynagoguesBy Adrian Iosifescu

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#32 – Jewish Cluj (Kolozsvár In Hungarian, Klausenburg in German, Kloyznburg in Yiddish) 21:19

4h ago21:19

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Send us a text We continue exploration of Jewish history of some of the major Romanian cities, with the city of Cluj: Cluj Cluj Jewish History Cluj Jewish Culture Cluj Jewish Cemeteries Cluj SynagoguesBy Adrian Iosifescu

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#33 – Jewish Timișoara (Temesvár in Hungarian, Temeschburg in German, Temeshvar in Yiddish) 29:19

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Send us a text We continue the exploration of the Jewish history of Romanian cities with the city of Timișoara: Timișoara Timișoara Jewish History Timișoara Jewish Cemeteries Timișoara SynagoguesBy Adrian Iosifescu

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ATP Week 39 - Tokyo, Beijing (Chengdu/Hangzhou Recap, Tokyo/Beijing Draw Talk and R1 Preview) 2:04:45

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In this new pod, we are joined by special guest @TennisWizard69! First, we recap the ATP 250s in Chengdu and Hangzhou and talk about various topics surrounding the ATP Tour. A few of the topics we discussed are Tabilo's impressive run, Musetti's hard court power ranking, Bublik's strong form, Royer's excellent week, Medvedev's struggles, and much m…

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DONS DOWNED AGAIN - CAN THELIN TURN IT AROUND? 1:19:51

2h ago1:19:51

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A 2-0 defeat at Tannadice sees the Dons rooted to the bottom of the table without a goal or a win.As we head to Motherwell in search of something positive, can Jimmy Thelin turn things around? Or is time ticking on his tenure in charge? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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DISILLUSIONED DANDIES - ABERDEEN EXIT LEAGUE CUP 1:07:08

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A 1-0 defeat at home to Motherwell saw Aberdeen exit the league cup. Another frustrating 90 minutes in front of goal, and another game that passes where the pressure builds on Jimmy Thelin.Andy Skinner joins Glen to review the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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2025 ATP Week 38 - Chengdu, Hangzhou (USO Recap, ATP 250 Draw Talk, R1 Bets, Ace the Odds Launch) 2:32:32

8d ago2:32:32

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In this new pod, we are joined by special guest @SmoothManSports! Here, we recap the US Open by discussing hypothetical lines for "matches we didn't see but wish we did." We talk briefly about the Davis Cup before launching our new collaboration "Ace the Odds" (@acetheodds123 on X) where we will each post our play of the day. We then dive deep into…

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Euthanasia: The Right to Die or the Pressure to disappear 32:13

6d ago32:13

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In this episode of Fabian’s Zeitgeist, we confront one of the most intimate and controversial questions of our time: Should we have the right to choose when to die—and if so, who truly makes that choice? Through personal stories, historical context, and global perspectives; from ancient philosophy to modern legislation, from religious doctrine to f…

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A DULL DRAW WITH LIVI AS CRUCIAL CUP QF LOOMS 1:19:08

7d ago1:19:08

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After a 0-0 draw saw us get our first point on the board, we are still searching for our first league goal. Did Jimmy get his team wrong? Is he under pressure?A return to cup football, and a possible return to Hampden awaits as Motherwell travel north, we preview this weekends game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic…

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ABERDEEN V LIVINGSTON PREVIEW - WHO STARTS? 51:55

14d ago51:55

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Club football is back and so is Calum! He joins Glen to preview the upcoming match against Livingston. Who Starts? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Red Tinted Glasses

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What makes people fight in wars? 21:24

20d ago21:24

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From the trenches of Ukraine to the phalanxes of ancient Greece, from the birth of Israel to the battlefields of Syria and Afghanistan, we explore the primal and complex motivations behind warfare. Is it survival, belonging, identity, or moral conviction? And how do these forces shape not just soldiers, but entire nations? We’ll examine: The fading…

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TRANSFER WINDOW ROUND UP AS DONS STAY POINTLESS & GOALLESS 1:37:35

22d ago1:37:35

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Another defeat, as we fail to score and win in our opening 3 games. Where is it going wrong? Is the manager under pressure?The transfer window closed last night. We assess the window & where it leaves us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Red Tinted Glasses

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ABERDEEN V FALKIRK PREVIEW 34:48

26d ago34:48

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Aberdeen take on Falkirk in Scottish Premiership action this weekend. Glen is joined by Ross from @FalkirkDaft podcast, as he gives us an insight into the opposition and what we can expect from the Bairns this weekend. Can the Dons pick up their first points of the premiership campaign? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc…

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ABERDEEN V FCSB REVIEW & PREVIEW 56:42

29d ago56:42

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Glen is joined once again by freelance journalist Andy Skinner to review the action from the first leg of the Europa League Playoff as Aberdeen played out a 2-2 draw with FCSB. With the tie firmly in the balance the pair also give their thoughts on Thursday's second leg. Can the Dons do it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com…

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2025 ATP Week 35-36 - US Open with @SmoothManSports (Recap, Draw Talk and Futures, Fantasy Draft, R1 Matches) 4:58:16

1M ago4:58:16

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In this 5 hour US Open mega pod, we are joined by special guest @SmoothManSports! First, we recap the summer hard court swing and discuss topics such as Fokina's struggle to win a tournament, Shelton's improvement, Djokovic's expectations, Draper's outlook, Sinner/Alcaraz's dominance, and much more! Next, we talk about the US Open draw in depth and…

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More Than Just Killing Time: The Psychology of Entertainment 22:35

1M ago22:35

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Why do we crave entertainment? Is it just a way to pass time—or is it something far deeper, more ancient, and essential to being human? In this episode of Fabian’s Zeitgeist, we dive into the fascinating history and psychology of entertainment. From prehistoric cave art to Shakespearean drama, Roman gladiators to medieval jesters, radio shows to Ti…

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DONS CUP PROGRESS AHEAD OF FCSB PLAYOFF 1:16:32

1M ago1:16:32

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Aberdeen professionally dispatched Greenock Morton 3-0 to progress in the cup, Glen is joined by Andy Skinner to round up the action from Cappielow, and latest news.Sergiu Vecerdea then joins Glen to give an opposition insight into Thursdays Europa League Playoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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MORTON V ABERDEEN - RED TINTED GLASSES PREVIEW 30:52

1M ago30:52

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Glen is joined by Morton fan Robert McCahill as the pair preview this weekends Premier Sports Cup tie as the Dons head to Cappielow. Is an upset on the cards? Or will the Dons get a much needed victory. Support Glens runway run https://gofund.me/69a41fc0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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0 POINTS, 0 GOALS - PANIC STATIONS @ PITTODRIE? 52:53

1M ago52:53

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Back to back 2-0 defeat has left The Dons rooted to the bottom of the table. Glen & Phil sit down to look over the action from the weekend, and discuss if it is too early to hit the "panic button". Support Glens runway run https://gofund.me/69a41fc0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Migration, Immigration, Emigration, Remigration and Asylum 30:35

2M ago30:35

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In this deeply personal and thought-provoking episode of Fabian’s Zeitgeist, we dive into the tangled web of migration—its history, its human cost, and its modern-day complexities. From prehistoric wanderers to today’s asylum seekers, Fabian explores the forces that drive people to move, settle, and sometimes return. With raw honesty, he shares his…

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ABERDEEN V CELTIC RTG PREVIEW W/ COLIN WATT 44:53

2M ago44:53

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Glen is back with another episode this week, as he is joined by A Celtic State of Minds Colin Watt to preview Sundays Aberdeen v Celtic game. Some light hearted banter, dodgy footballing opinions and all round good fun! Scottish Cup T-shirt https://www.prettygrim.co.uk/product/winners Support Glens runway run https://gofund.me/69a41fc0 Learn more a…

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HEARTS & EUROPA LEAGUE DRAW REACTION 53:00

2M ago53:00

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Part 1 - Join Glen as he gives his reaction to the Dons team for tonight’s match against Hearts. Will also react to the Europa League Playoff Draw as the Dons have been drawn against FCSB or Drita.Part 2 - Join Glen as he reacts at full time to the opening game of the season between Hearts & Aberdeen. Scottish Cup T-shirt https://www.prettygrim.co.…

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Light, Shadow, and Salvation: The Theology of The Lord of the Rings - Robert Koons 1:06:54

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What if The Lord of the Rings is more than just an epic fantasy—what if it's a doorway to deeper spiritual truth? In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Robert Koons, professor of philosophy at the University of Texas, walks us through the Christian foundations woven into the heart of J.R.R. Tolkien’s mythology. From the philosophy of Neoplatonism …

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SEASON OPENER AWAITS, PREDICTIONS & TRANSFER TALK 1:03:51

2M ago1:03:51

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Lifestars Cup Parade Raffle - https://gvwhl.com/USPHG then click on items Scottish Cup Tshirt - https://www.prettygrim.co.uk/product/winners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Red Tinted Glasses

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#28 - The Jewish Queen - Magda Lupescu and King Carol II of Romania 18:41

2M ago18:41

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Send us a text Who was Elena (Magda) Lupescu ? Who was Carol II ? Their encounter Their escape Back on the throne Leaving Romania The end of the their love affairBy Adrian Iosifescu

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#26 - Lawrence of Arabia and Aaronsohn of Palestine 22:33

2M ago22:33

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Send us a text Aaron Aaronsohn, 6 years old boy from Bacău Aaron Aaronsohn, the Palestinian botanist Aaron Aaronsohn, the locust fighter Aaron Aaronsohn, the leader of the British spy network in Palestine Aaron Aaronsohn, the political negotiatorBy Adrian Iosifescu

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#27 - The most famous bank robbery in the Communist history 22:13

2M ago22:13

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Send us a text The robbery The investigation Conviction & execution The movie Romania in 1959 The drama actors Other movies Robbery or staging? ConclusionBy Adrian Iosifescu

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#29 – Remarkable Romanian Rabbis and Tzadikim 40:14

2M ago40:14

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Send us a text Rabbi Dr. Jacob Itzhak Niemirower Rabbi Alexandre Şafran Rabbi Yehuda Leib Tsirelson Rabbi Avraham Mattisyahu Friedman Rabbi Joel Teitelbaum Rabbi Solomon SchechterBy Adrian Iosifescu

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Working Until We Drop? Aging, Labor, and the Future of Pensions 25:29

2M ago25:29

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In a world where lifespans are rising and pension systems are creaking, are we all destined to work into our 70s — or beyond? This episode dives deep into the changing nature of retirement, the politics of aging, and the hidden costs of demographic shifts. From Germany’s push for “active retirees” to the global scramble to patch social safety nets,…

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ROUND UP AHEAD OF FINAL PRE SEASON GAME 44:17

2M ago44:17

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Join Glen, Calum (briefly) & Phil as we discuss the latest news from AB24, as the Dons prepare to face Ipswich in their final game of pre season. Still short of a striker? What else is needed?Lifestars Cup Parade Raffle - https://gvwhl.com/USPHG then click on items Scottish Cup Tshirt - https://www.prettygrim.co.uk/product/winners Learn more about …

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Episode 0_ Who am I and why this podcast? 20:10

2M ago20:10

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This isn’t a news podcast. I’m not here to chase headlines or outpace the algorithm. This is a space for reflection—for exploring the kinds of issues that take more than five minutes to understand and won’t vanish with the next 15-minute news cycle. It’s about seeing the world through the eyes of someone shaped by revolution, grounded in engineerin…

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READY FOR ACTION? 55:47

2M ago55:47

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Aberdeens pre season got underway on Scottish soil as we beat Cove 2-0. What did we learn from the weekend?Aberdeen have also announced an exciting partnership with League 2 Elgin City we take a look at the deal.RTG Cup T-shirt - https://www.prettygrim.co.uk/product/winners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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DONS NEWS ROUND UP 44:52

2M ago44:52

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As the Dons head back from Portugal and prepare for a trip to Balmoral, Glen & Phil round up the latest signings, news and pathway for the next generation reacting to the Steven Gunn interview. Buy our charity Scottish Cup t-shirt - https://www.prettygrim.co.uk/product/winnersAlternatively donate to Lifestars here: - https://lifestars.co.uk/donate/…

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Adil Aouchiche - The Roker Report Insight 28:08

3M ago28:08

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Glen was joined by Gav from Sunderland fan podcast Roker Report to give us all an insight on latest Aberdeen signing Adil Aouchiche, oh and how to say his surname.A talented player, who we should all be excited by? Any concerns? Gav puts these to rest.Buy our charity Scottish Cup t-shirt - https://www.prettygrim.co.uk/product/winnersAlternatively d…

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Why Do We Suffer? A Conversation on Pain, Freedom, and God’s Love - Robert Koons 59:17

3M ago59:17

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In this episode of Better in Bucharest, we explore one of life’s most difficult questions: If God is all-powerful and loving, why does suffering exist? Our guest is Dr. Robert Koons, professor of philosophy at the University of Texas at Austin, a leading Christian thinker known for his work on metaphysics, the philosophy of religion, and the interf…

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Centered for Success: How Faith, Failure, and Integrity Built a Business Giant - David Ridley 49:28

3M ago49:28

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In this inspiring episode of Better in Bucharest, we sit down with David Ridley, the founding partner and former CEO of Invesco Real Estate—one of the world’s leading global real estate investment firms, managing over $90 billion in assets. David’s leadership helped grow the firm into a respected global player known for its integrity, culture, and …

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Negotiation Without Compromise: Lessons in Leadership and Integrity with George Lucas 48:08

3M ago48:08

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In this episode of Better in Bucharest, we sit down with Dr. George Lucas—co-author of The One Minute Negotiator, bestselling author, and international expert in sales, leadership, and negotiation. With warmth and insight, George shares life lessons from his childhood in Kansas City, his academic journey, and over 25 years of experience helping org…

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Behind the Conflict: Values, Purpose, and the Path Forward 46:27

3M ago46:27

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This episode explores how we handle conflict and why doing it well is crucial for our relationships, leadership, and growth. Instead of avoiding or escalating conflict, we’re encouraged to view it as a “crucial conversation” — a moment to listen, understand, and grow. The speakers walk through: Why conflict is unavoidable and how it impacts our liv…

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2025 ATP Week 27-28 - Wimbledon (Recap of Grass Court Tuneups, Draw Talk and Futures, R1 Preview) 2:55:46

3M ago2:55:46

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In this mega pod, we are joined by special guest @HawkiingLines (Luke Philpott). We start off the pod with a comprehensive recap of the grass court tune ups. Some of the topics we discuss are Diallo's upside, Bublik's power ranking, Medvedev's preferred surface, expectations for Musetti at Wimbledon, the decline of Rublev and Tsitsipas, and power r…

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2024/25 SEASON REVIEW WITH MICHAEL GRANT 1:57:27

3M ago1:57:27

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Glen & Phil are joined by journalist and Dons fan Michael Grant to look back at the 2024/25 season. We look back on the league and both cup campaigns. Michael even gives us the experience of a journalist at Hampden last month. There is also some thoughts on what is needed next season and our hopes? Buy our charity Scottish Cup t-shirt - https://www…

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2025 ATP Week 24 - Stuttgart, Den Bosch (Sinner vs. Alcaraz Recap, Wk 24 Recap, Final Previews) 1:27:30

3M ago1:27:30

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In this pod, we first discuss the classic Roland Garros final between Sinner and Alcaraz and where it ranks among the greatest tennis matches in history. We then discuss other storylines which arose from Roland Garros, including who is closest to challenging Sinner and Alcaraz, Zverev's mental issues in slams, and Medvedev's precipitous decline. We…

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DONS DOWN UNDER - KUSINI YENGI JOINS ABERDEEN 30:27

4M ago30:27

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Kusini Yengi joins Aberdeen on a 3 year deal after leaving Portsmouth. Freddie Webb from the PO4Cast Podcast gives us the lowdown on our latest Aussie recruit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Red Tinted Glasses

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#25 - Ana Pauker - the Romanian Jewish Woman Communist 32:40

4M ago32:40

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Send us a text One of the most powerful women communist, the Romanian Jew Ana Pauker: Ana Pauker's Communist start Post-war communist leadership 1948-52 Romanian Jewish Alyiah and Pauker's role in it Pauker's downfall Ana Pauker's legacy 1950s jokes about Ana Pauker The Notes for this episode could be found at https://historyofromanianjews.com/note…

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#24 - A Romanian Jew in Hollywood 19:28

4M ago19:28

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Send us a text The life of Eduard G. Robinson, the first Romanian-born Jew to make it in Hollywood: Emmanuel Goldenberg arrives in America Edward G. Robinson first successes Marriage and children The House Un-American Activities Committee Rehabilitation Fellow Warner Brothers stars The Notes for this episode could be found at https://historyofroman…

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#23 - Vlad the Impaler, Dracula and the Jews 40:49

4M ago40:49

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Send us a text Facts and fiction concerning the Wallachian prince Vlad the Impaler, the fictionalized Dracula character and how all these relate to the Jews: The historical figure of Wallachian prince Vlad III Vlad Dracula stories The fictional character of Dracula Dracula, an expression of anti-semitism The Notes for this episode could be found at…

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#22 - Romanian Jews parachuted back into Romania 29:22

4M ago29:22

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Send us a text This is the story of Romanian Jews who were parachuted back into Romania during the Second World War: British-Yishuv collaboration during the 2nd World War Palestinian Jews volunteers The European parachuting plans The Romanian-born Jewish parachutists First Romanian drop Second, third and fourth drop Parachutists working with Romani…

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2025 Week 22-23 - Roland Garros (R1-R3 Recap and Takeaways, R4 Preview) 1:58:11

4M ago1:58:11

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In this Roland Garros pod, we recap the first 7 days of the tournament and discuss the betting lines for the eight 4th round matches. We talk about a multitude of topics including: Sinner's dominant performance vs. Lehecka and his prospects for the business end of the tournament, Draper's rise and physical/mental maturity, Musetti's potential, Alca…

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WE'VE WON THE SCOTTISH CUP 1:25:01

4M ago1:25:01

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ABERDEEN FC 2025 SCOTTISH CUP CHAMPIONS! Relive the Dons conetent and our thoughts here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Red Tinted Glasses