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The Turning - Seasons 1, 2 & 3

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The Turning: River Road (Season 3) is about Lindsay Tornambe who at 13 years old, was chosen by the leader of her family’s cult for a special role. She became one of the youngest Maidens of River Road Fellowship in rural Minnesota. After a ritualistic ceremony that married her and other girls to their leader, she endured more than a decade of mental and physical abuse, hidden from outsiders. But Lindsay and a friend decided to escape. They became the whistleblowers who prompted an internatio ...
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Sacred Sons is an organization dedicated to Masculine Alchemy and Embodiment. We utilize the power of ceremony, ritual, and intentional spaces to deepen into authentic brotherhood and catalyze growth in men worldwide. Sacred Sons Co-founder Adam Jackson hosts weekly episodes where we dive deep into conversations with facilitators, musicians, athletes, artists, and influencers from around the world.
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The Revisionist’s Almanac

The Revisionist’s Almanac

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This podcast will use the benefit of hindsight to look back at past Academy Awards and determine which winners have stood the test of time, and which have aged poorly. Andrew and revolving guests will debate who should have won the major Oscars from every ceremony!
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The Wedding Where...

Amanda Walck Ottinger

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Join me, Amanda, owner of Officiating by Amanda, as I share stories of weddings I've officiated and lessons I've learned, advice for the dating, engaged or married, reactions to wedding ceremonies in movies and TV shows, special guests from the wedding industry sharing their stories, behind the scenes interviews with some of my couples, and the answers to your questions. With 10 years under my belt, I've got many, many tales to tell!
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Far From Home

Scott Gurian

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An immersive travel and culture documentary podcast where Peabody award-winning public radio journalist Scott Gurian reports fascinating stories from faraway places and makes you feel like you’re really there! On past episodes, he’s road tripped 18,000 mi. (29,000 km) from the UK to Mongolia and back, visited Iran as an American tourist, wandered through abandoned buildings in Chernobyl, and participated in a hallucinogenic healing ceremony in Peru. Learn more and view bonus content at farfr ...
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This Podcast is a Ritual creates a magical space for a wizard, his guests, his listeners, and an omnipotent future being to create a slightly better reality. Get initiated now by listening to the Opening Ceremony!
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Wedding Songs Podcast

Matthew Campbell

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Welcome to Wedding Songs Podcast – where music meets matchmaking. Each week, you’ll hear honest stories and expert insights from DJs, planners, and creators who live and breathe weddings. From selecting non-clichéd first dance songs to navigating tricky timeline logistics with ceremony cues, every episode is tailored to music pros who want to create experiences, not just playlists. Whether you’re a wedding vendor or a couple planning your special day, you’ll walk away wiser, more inspired, a ...
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Welcome to Channeling Calm, your personal sanctuary for mystical guided visualizations, meditations, and transformative experiences. Each episode is a sacred ceremony in itself—an intimate ritual designed to infuse serenity into every aspect of your life, from mind and body to soul and home. Uncover hidden rituals and sacred stories that empower you to channel calm and cultivate balance, whether you're seeking a brief respite from chaos or a profound connection with your inner self. Join us ...
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Ever watched the Academy Awards and thought, What were they thinking? You’re not alone. Join legendary comedian and writer of over 25 Oscar telecasts, Bruce Vilanch, and screenwriter/film nerd Adam “Tex” Davis (Just Friends) as they dive into Oscar history, unpacking the flubs, snubs, and surprises from Hollywood’s biggest night. From behind-the-scenes stories of A-list stars to insider insights on how the nominations and winners are really chosen, Bruce and Tex break down each Oscar ceremon ...
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Renegade is a wine podcast for rebels, witches and the wisely intoxicated. This is a week audio ritual from the founders of Blackthorn, a secret society for wine lovers, witches, and story-seekers. We blend rebellious wine education with mythology, history, and the kind of truths you only tell over a second glass. Hosted by Allie and Julie, wine educators and storytelling sorceresses, this isn’t your average wine podcast. Expect interviews with rule-breaking winemakers, irreverent dives into ...
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Tubi or Not Tubi

Cecilia Dillon & Rafiq Taylor

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So you're sitting on your couch... Or in your bed... Or on the subway during a 3-hour commute to a generic ceremony that vaguely involves a series of bizarre acquaintances... And you need something to stream. You stumble across the free film streaming app named Tubi. You marvel at the variety of quality films, many of which no one has encountered before. You click a title that interests you based on the description. A dog vomits within the first ten minutes... in live-action. We made a podca ...
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Curious Mystics

Aericka Khongdy and Kim Bernardini

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Welcome to Curious Mystics — a podcast where wonder meets wisdom. Hosted by two friends on a shared journey of spiritual exploration, we dive into the mysteries of the unseen world, metaphysical practices, and the deeper layers of human experience. Through open-hearted conversations, personal stories, and thoughtful reflections, we explore topics like intuition, energy healing, dreams, consciousness, spirit guides, and the mystical moments that shape our lives. We’re not here to claim all th ...
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Rose Ceremony Rejects

Rose Ceremony Rejects

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A Bachelor/ette Recap Podcast where we snark on contestants' myriad henleys and deep v's, rejoice in dude tears and other histrionics, and play arm-chair psychologist for the weird behavior that defines this glorious and terrible show.
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Step into the fascinating world of tea with us! Each episode, we sip, share, and explore everything tea has to offer—from rare single-origin leaves and traditional tea cultures to modern blends and brewing trends. Brought to you by Vintage Fork Loose Leaf Tea, the World of Tea Podcast is your companion for discovering new flavors, learning the stories behind the leaves, and connecting with a global community of tea lovers. Expect lively tastings, deep dives into tea history, behind-the-scene ...
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TRADITIONS

Tom Hirsch

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Examining family and cultural traditions and rituals associated with wedding ceremonies; their origin -- variations -- derivation -- ritual -- costume/attire -- history -- nationality
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Every Winter and Summer, Silver Sound hosts the Sonic Dash. This competition gives dozens of audio makers from all over the globe 48 hours to create compelling, two-minute long, audio pieces completely from scratch - no preexisting audio allowed. Each Dash has its own theme that serves as the only constraint for the content that is allowed to be submitted. Silver Sound hosts the finalists and judges of the Sonic Dash at a special live-feedback-and-winner's-ceremony in the heart of NYC. Join ...
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Vagina Talks

Sophia Wise One

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Vagina Talks with Sophia Wise One is a podcast where embodied world-changing powerhouses and I turn poison into medicine through the alchemical journey of dismantling the lies we’ve been told about who we are, what we are, what we are supposed to be and do, and what we’ve been doing so that we can remember the truth, share the truth, and eventually become the truth. #CompostingThePatriarchy through all the arts: ceremony, music, body reclamation, visual and sculptural art, liberatory pedagog ...
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Slightly Unsupervised

Jennifer Hobbs & Jackie Schroeder

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Two best friends. Zero filters. All truth. We’re not married—but we kinda are. Slightly Unsupervised is a podcast about the kind of soulmates who don’t come with a marriage license. Hosted by longtime best friends Jennifer and Jackie, this show dives into the real, raw, and ridiculously funny side of female friendship, emotional growth, and what it really takes to stay connected through the chaos of life. From navigating toxic friendships and healing after breakups, to starting a trademarked ...
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Cacao Conversations: Sip. Connect. Awaken. This is more than a podcast—it’s a sacred space for healing, transformation, and self-love. Each week, we invite you to pour a cup of ceremonial cacao, drop into your heart, and connect—with yourself, with us, and with the magic of life. We’re here to remind you that you are not alone on this journey. Together, we explore the moments that shape us—the highs, the lows, and the beautiful mess in between. Through real conversations infused with spiritu ...
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This is KINGMAKER TRANSMISSIONS. A sovereign broadcast for visionaries, movement makers, and builders of New Earth. Hosted by Oliver Villwock - Strategic Advisor and Empire Architect to high-performing founders - this space holds conversations, codes, and transmissions at the intersection of power, presence, and planetary leadership. This is not casual content; but ceremony. These are calibrations: designed to activate leaders who came to create what has never been built before, and install ...
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Pull up a chair and pour a cup. Welcome to When Aliens Come To Tea, the galaxy's most unique conversation podcast, broadcasting from the heart of Terra Nova centuries in the future. Join charming host and interstellar tea master Felix Andromeda as he sits down with guests from across the cosmos—humans, dignitaries from distant star systems, sentient flora, and beings you've only imagined—for intimate, surprising, and often hilarious discussions. Forget the usual headlines; here, the tea cere ...
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Ceremony - Featurette

Magnolia Pictures

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Sam Davis (Michael Angarano) convinces his former best friend to spend a weekend with him to rekindle their friendship at an elegant beachside estate owned by a famous documentary filmmaker (Lee Pace). But it soon becomes clear that Sam is secretly infatuated with the filmmaker's fiancée, Zoe (Uma Thurman), and that his true intention is to thwart their impending nuptials. As Sam's plan begins to unravel, he is forced to realize how complicated love and friendship can be.
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Something Scary

Underscore Talent Management

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Something Scary is a horror podcast that brings listeners ghost stories, urban legends, and folktales from around the world. Hosted by Blair Bathory, the podcast features spine-chilling tales that explore the supernatural, from hauntings to strange encounters and gripping mysteries. Each week, they delve into the unknown, offering eerie narratives that are sure to leave you feeling unsettled. If you’re a fan of bone-chilling storytelling and unexplained phenomena, Something Scary is your go- ...
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Bald Move Pulp is where you can get your fix of robots, aliens, action space adventures, and everything in between; on television or on the big screen. Pulp was not made for serious drama, if that’s your thing, you might be looking for Bald Move Prestige.
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Before I Go

Vision Quest Communications, Inc.& Director / Director Mentor: Kelly Steele

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ABOUT BEFORE I GO…Embracing the Journey of MAiD: “Death is not an ending but a change of worlds.” Indigenous nations have a long history with ceremony and tradition around death. A member of the Gitxaala Nation in BC, Marion Brown has Pulmonary Hypertension (PH). PH is a chronic progressive condition that will, as with other members of her family, eventually take her life. And so, Marion has made the decision to use the MAiD program when she feels the time is appropriate. An experienced docu ...
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Upaya Zen Center's Dharma Podcast

Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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The Upaya Dharma Podcast features Wednesday evening Dharma Talks and recordings from Upaya’s diverse array of programs. Our podcasts exemplify Upaya’s focus on socially engaged Buddhism, including prison work, end-of-life care, serving the homeless, training in socially engaged practices, peace & nonviolence, compassionate care training, and delivering healthcare in the Himalayas.
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The Luminary Life Podcast is a sanctuary for the soul . . . a space to awaken your inner light and live in rhythm with the Earth. Join Lori A Andrus, wisdomkeeper and creator of The Stones Speak Oracle, for radiant conversations, crystal alchemy, seasonal rituals, and grounded spiritual guidance to help you walk your path with clarity, purpose, and wild-hearted presence. Light a candle. Breathe deep. This is your time to remember who you are. www.loriaandrus.com
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Wedding Favours

Ollie Stephens

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Wedding Favours is the podcast that lifts the lid on what really goes into planning a wedding. Each week, host Ollie Stephens chats with photographers, florists, planners, musicians, and real couples to share practical insights, industry secrets, and honest stories about the highs and lows of wedding planning. Expect relaxed, engaging conversations covering everything from supplier recommendations to handling those unexpected wedding-day surprises. Whether it’s choosing your “dream team” of ...
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Under the Veil

Josey Stafford

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The conversation style, wedding podcast for people getting married, so you know it's okay to not take the wedding planning process so seriously, so you can enjoy being a newly engaged couple, and so you can learn a little along the way.
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Welcome to Alchemy with Bronwyn a podcast dedicated to helping you live an inspired, heart-centered life by cultivating energetic mastery and optimal health. Through medical wisdom and seasonal attunement, we delve deep into organizing our life force around what matters most. SUPPORT THIS SHOW - www.bronwyn.love STUDY REIKI - www.reikiyoga.com BOOK A HEALING SESSION with BRONWYN - www.holisticmedicalarts.com JOIN THE WEEKLY CALL - www.pathofsacredalchemy.com Bronwyn draws on rich traditions ...
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Podcast guests appearances regarding taking a chance by moving abroad and starting a company from scratch in Costa Rica. Topics discussed include: advanced telemarketing strategy, conflict management, interpersonal soft skills, customer support, rhetoric, gamification, employee motivation and phonetic micro expression reading. Richard’s journey in the call center space is filled with twists and turns. When he was 27 years old, he relocated to Costa Rica to train employees for one of the larg ...
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The OC Podcast

Outdoor Ceremonies

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Welcome to the OC Podcast! This series is for anyone planning an outdoor ceremony and for those who work in the world of outdoor events. Hosted by the team at outdoorceremonies.co.uk, we collaborate with some fabulous folk in the outdoor events market to inform and inspire every element of your planning. We hope you enjoy our podcast... and don't forget if you're planning an outdoor ceremony of your own you can visit the directory at outdoorceremonies.co.uk to find your perfect outdoor venue ...
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Let's Do It Again

WTVA Podcasts

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Hear North Mississippi couples tell the stories of their rollercoaster relationships, and vote to decide which one will receive a special ceremony for renewal of their wedding vows, and a travel-expense-paid second honeymoon.
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Send us a text Episode Description: What happens when spirituality becomes a mask rather than a medicine? In this episode, When Healing Masks the Wound: The Truth About Spiritual Bypassing, we explore the hidden ways people use spiritual practices to avoid pain, emotions, and inner shadow work. We’ll dive into: What spiritual bypassing really means…
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What Happens When You Ditch the American Dream for a Real One? Rosabel Unscripted Podcast Welcome to Rosabel Unscripted podcast where meaningful conversations unfold. Join Rosabel Zohfeld, nurse practitioner, writer, and mom, as she explores personal growth, health insights, literature, and impactful life stories. Featuring guests who share their u…
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Send us a text Episode 13 - When Your Kids Grow Up and You Find Yourself Again Who were you before you were “Mom”? And is she still in there? In this episode of Slightly Unsupervised, Jennifer and Jackie get real about the bittersweet season of motherhood when the kids are grown (or at least independent) and you suddenly realize you have space—some…
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In this Wednesday Night Dharma Talk, Sensei James Fushin explores vulnerability as a profound gateway to awakening. Drawing from the Vimalakirti Sutra and physicist Brian Cox’s question—”How do we live a finite, fragile life in an infinite, eternal universe?”—Fushin reflects on illness, silence, and the dissolution of self and other as pathways to …
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Welcome to the 2012 Academy Awards, a year just outside our ‘test-of-time’ range for judging the merits of the winners, non-winners, and forgotten gems. This year featured a lot of very good movies but no true odds-on favorite, which is why the eventual winner is seen as kind of a let down. So who or what should have won? What should have been nomi…
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The enemy of my enemy is my friend in the latest episode of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Surviving a hostile planet full of centipedes is no problem. Disagree. Learning to trust your worst enemy? Never easy. Agree. Jim, A.Ron, and Talitha discuss this episode’s lost-in-translation moments and the character arc of one Lieutenant Ortegas. Beam your…
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This podcast features one of our top ten entries for the Summer 2025 Sonic Dash! The piece is titled “Judgement” by Mark Angly. Technical Director: Tom Fama Produced by Christian Cuciniello and Juston Cummings Festival Directors: Mark Blumberg, Cory Choy, Emily ReevesBy Silver Podcast Network
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On The Revisionist's Almanac, Andrew and rotating guests dive deep into the Oscars to see which winners have stood the test of time, and which haven't. Andrew is heading back a few decades to 1991 and the 64th Academy Awards, and he's bringing Liz Arnold (Liz and a Movie) and Scott Cole with him to debate The Silence of the Lambs, Beauty and the Be…
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The course is set and the confrontation will happen. In the meantime, Jim and A.Ron are discussing the latest about AppleTV+’s hit sci-fi, Foundation. There is a constant input of love directed towards The Mule. Why is The Mule called The Mule? And Demerzel sees herself as Empire. Keep up with the latest episode of Foundation and Podcast before the…
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Welcome to the Luminary Life Podcast Today marks a fresh beginning — a new name, a new look, and a new energy for the podcast. In this first episode, I share the heart behind this evolution and what it truly means to live a luminary life. We’ll explore: - Why the podcast is shifting now - The deeper meaning of a luminary life - How to begin living …
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In this foggy, maple-flavored episode of Tubi or Not Tubi, we have an argument at the dinner table that we'll be inevitably whining to our therapist about in Black Bear, the 2020 film written and directed by Lawrence Michael Levine, and starring Aubrey Plaza. Tubi has a plethora of specific films designed to with specific inspirations, but what hap…
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Gather around weirdos and malcontents, Jim and A.Ron are here to put something in your ear. What kind of person would agree to go into space for decades and leave their lives behind? Are they stupid or unhinged? Get grossed out by those freaky f**krs. Syndicate Video Game Send your feedback to [email protected]. Foundation and Podcast Baldly Go - …
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Wine education doesn’t have to feel like cramming for an exam. In this week’s episode of Renegade: A Blackthorn Podcast, we’re throwing out the textbook, ditching the pop quizzes, and starting fresh. September’s theme, Back to Blackthorn, channels all the best parts of back-to-school energy — sharpened pencils, fresh notebooks, that feeling of new …
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Why Videography Matters - with Sean Raymond In this episode, I sat down with Sean Raymond, a talented wedding videographer who reminded us that film captures more than just how your day looked, it captures how it felt. We talked about: Why videography should be given just as much thought as photography The beauty of spontaneous, unplanned moments H…
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We’re Julietta and Graciela, and we’re sooooo excited to invite you into our Cacao Conversations—your weekly dose of heart-opening chats, all served with a warm cup of cacao. You’ll feel like one of the family during this podcast where we speak frankly, and humorously, about some of life’s big questions. We share wisdom we’ve picked up along the wa…
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I took a deep dive into 2001, along with special guests Adam St. John from 1001by1, Below Freezing & the soon-to-return Rewind 25-52, and Britt Reinholz-Hobson, also from 1001by1, and after the episode we turned the voting over to you, the people! We couldn't agree with the Academy on any of the six categories we covered, so all went to our social …
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While I'm taking a break from releasing new episodes, I wanted to share an episode of another great podcast I heard recently and that I thought all of you might enjoy. The show is called Making Peace Visible, and it features conversations with journalists, peace-builders, activists, and scholars on the front lines of peace and conflict. Making Peac…
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True crime stories fascinate us because it reveals the darkest corners of human nature, fear, obsession, violence. We think we’re safe watching from the outside… but the truth is, it could happen to any of us. I’m Blair Bathory, welcome to the Something Scary podcast… Thanks for joining us as we descend into the shadows of true crime horror. Learn …
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Send us a text Description: Journey with us into the mysteries of Mount Shasta, one of the world’s most powerful energy vortexes. In this episode of Vortex Chronicles, we explore why Mount Shasta is often called the Root Chakra of the Earth, uncover the legends of hidden civilizations, and share stories of spiritual awakenings, portals, and strange…
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Shems Heartwell is a passionate surfer, nature lover, and soulful singer-songwriter whose music serves as a heartfelt invitation to reconnect with inner wisdom and embrace the strength needed to face the shadows and changing seasons of life. Each song is a prayer of remembrance, guiding listeners into deeper presence and communion with Spirit. Beyo…
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Send us a text Episode 12 - Bestie Blessings: Why Every Husband Should Celebrate His Wife’s Ride-or-Die Behind every strong marriage, there’s often an unspoken MVP: the best friend. In this episode of Slightly Unsupervised, Jennifer and Jackie shine a light on one of the most overlooked—but most important—roles in a relationship: your wife’s bestie…
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In the second part of this two-part Wednesday Night Dharma Talk mini-series, Zen teacher Guo Gu guides us into the embodiment of silent illumination. He begins not with theory but with experience: posture, presence, and body. Speaking with a soft, smooth cadence—measured and unhurried—we explore the terrain of our own physicality through an extende…
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Harry Potter is the boy who lived…and Jim is the guy who survived this movie with almost zero context. Talitha joins the pod and brings her thorough knowledge of Harry Potter. Can A.Ron and Talitha convince Jim that this movie deserves its place in pop culture? Or will Jim apparate away from the madness? Thank you Andrew for commissioning this podc…
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In addition to the normal monthly Almanac episodes, I will be providing a new series where I give a recap of everything I watched over the last month, provide my thoughts, give my recommendations, and rate the films. So, what did I watch in August 2025 that I felt was worth mentioning? Check out the episode and let me know your thoughts. Do you agr…
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In this session of Awareness in Action, Roshi Joan Halifax and Terry Tempest Williams guide participants to witness the world with care, presence, and courage. Roshi Joan opens with the Zen koan—“A monk asked Joshu, when great difficulties come upon us, can they be avoided?” Joshu replies, “Welcome.”—and, in the same spirit, notes the similarity in…
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Today’s episode talks about the term ‘reconciliation’, and how including Indigenous voices and involvement is the way to see true change regarding the code of ethics and systemic racism within the Canadian Medical Association. The potential for harm as the only indigenous person in the medical education system and the medical system itself, has inf…
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Jim, A.Ron, and Talitha felt this episode of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds deep in their katras. A slightly fantastical plan leaves the crew even more logical than usual, but does Captain Pike’s new hairstyle really hold up under scrutiny? Our hosts dig into the humor of over-analysis in this season’s requisite comedic Star Trek episode. Beam your …
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This podcast features one of our top ten entries for the Summer 2025 Sonic Dash! The piece is titled “Hugging Like a girl” by Tin Can Audio (Amber Devereux, Ella Watts, Ross McFarlane). Technical Director: Tom Fama Produced by Christian Cuciniello and Juston Cummings Festival Directors: Mark Blumberg, Cory Choy, Emily Reeves…
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Last season, we created twelve Revised Best Picture winners in the episodes covered, one of those being Raiders of the Lost Ark back in 1981. This Steven Spielberg film is a beloved piece of nostalgia for so many of us in the movie space. Over the course of this episode, you'll hear these contributors talk about their relationship to the film, how …
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Jim and normal guy Aron are here to discuss the continued vexations of Demerzel, Gaal, Harry, and The Mule. Why does Harry spare the Mule? In the entire history of the world, has appeasement ever worked? Please let us know. And what is Gaal’s next move? You hosts will discuss the latest episode and YOUR feedback in this episode of Foundation and Po…
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We’re Julietta and Graciela, and we’re sooooo excited to invite you into our Cacao Conversations—your weekly dose of heart-opening chats, all served with a warm cup of cacao. You’ll feel like one of the family during this podcast where we speak frankly, and humorously, about some of life’s big questions. We share wisdom we’ve picked up along the wa…
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In this episode of the Wedding Songs Podcast, host Matthew Campbell interviews singer-songwriter Brant Buckley about his new song 'Wedding Love.' They discuss Brant's musical influences, the inspiration behind the song, and the journey of writing and recording it. Brant shares insights into the emotional power of music, the significance of 432 Hert…
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Turn your ears back on for this episode of Earbursters with Jim and A.Ron. Noah Hawley continues to disgust and delight as the alien attacker gets weirder and the foot stuff gets grosser. Are you hearing voices too? Bald Move Prestige - Alien (1979) Bald Move Prestige - Aliens (1986) Bald Move Pulp - Prometheus (2012) Bald Move Pulp - Alien: Covena…
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The Wizard digs deeper into the occult forces shaping our reality, pivoting from the coveted prize of "coolness" to the booby trap everyone is eager to avoid: Shame! In this short preview, you'll learn how shame relates to cool, why trying to avoid shame has the opposite effect, and some counterintuitive strategies for working with uncomfortable fe…
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In this closing session of Upaya’s Dogen Seminar, faculty and participants reflect on how ancient teachings become living transmission through courage, friendship, and practice. Roshi Joan reminds us that discovery emerges not through resolution but through living fully within paradox, just as Dogen himself persisted amid loss and uncertainty. Stev…
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In the seventh session of Upaya’s Dogen Seminar, Sensei Genzan explores Dogen’s Eight Awakenings of Great Beings (Hachi Dainin Gaku), weaving scholarship with lived experience to reveal how Zen practice addresses the paradoxes of daily life. “It’s not that Dogen is paradoxical,” he notes, “our lives are paradoxical.” With humor and humility, Genzan…
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In the sixth session of Upaya’s Dogen Seminar, the faculty engage in a rich exploration of Dogen’s use of language, paradox, and poetry as spiritual communication. Heine highlights how paradox functions as a “turning word,” pushing beyond ordinary discourse to liberate us from fixed assumptions. The faculty respond with perspectives on authenticity…
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In this fifth session of Upaya’s Dogen Seminar, Norman and Kathie Fischer explore Dogen’s Four Methods of Guidance (Bodaisatta Shishobo), one of the most accessible and transformative fascicles of the Shobogenzo. Building on reflections about paradox in Zen, Norman Fischer explains how paradox “extends the subtlety and the scope of what you mean,” …
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In this fourth session of Upaya’s Dogen Seminar, Sensei Jiryu explores the profound paradox at the heart of Zen practice: the essential teaching of non-separation. He highlights the famous line, “The great way is not difficult, only avoid picking and choosing,” echoed by Suzuki Roshi’s words: “The supreme way is not difficult. If you just avoid dis…
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In this third session of Upaya’s Dogen Seminar, renowned poet, translator, and peace activist Sensei Kazuaki Tanahashi presents his analysis of paradox in Dogen’s writings, drawing from his monumental 33-year translation project of the Shobogenzo (Treasury of the True Dharma Eye). Tanahashi offers a unique classification system organizing these tea…
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In this second session of the Dogen Seminar, distinguished scholar Dr. Steven Heine explores the profound role of paradox in Zen Buddhism, examining how these seemingly contradictory teachings serve as liberating devices rather than confounding puzzles. As Professor of Religious Studies and History, Heine has dedicated his career to studying Zen ma…
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In this opening session of Upaya’s Dogen Seminar, program faculty introduce themselves and reflect on themes and paradoxes within Dogen’s teachings they will be sharing over the weekend. Roshi Joan Halifax presented Dogen’s […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot
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