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Fool's FAQ

Fool's FAQ

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Hiccups. Belly button lint. Why don't birds get electrocuted on power lines? Or is it bad to swallow gum? These are the kinds of inquiries we tackle head-on, leading us to create Fool's FAQ, the podcast built on the idea that there ARE no stupid questions! Join host Hunter Knoche as he fearlessly dives into the everyday mysteries, common misconceptions, and historical head-scratchers you've always wondered about, but have been too embarrassed to ask. Prepare to arm yourself with fascinating ...
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The Theology Pod

Alexandra Banks

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Theology is not just something we study in books or articles or debate in academic ivory towers. It is something we live, breathe, and practice in the messiness and creative chaos of our lives. Whether you are ordained clergy, a lay person like me discerning their calling to ministry, an artist seeking to understand the sacred in your work, or someone curious about how theology intersects the world around us, this podcast has got you.
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The Fools Journey

charles backhouse

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Join host Charles Bacchus and guests as they discuss a variety of topics and real events in a playful and curious way. A variety show and a collective adventure, come along for the ride!
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Traveling off the tourist path. Talking about those places most tourists just don't know about because, well, nobody ever told them. Also travel tips and news about travel and tourism to make your trip a little easier, cheaper and more memorable.
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The Incerto Podcast

Curious Worldview Podcast

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The podcast covers the ideas captured by Fooled By Randomness, The Black Swan, The Bed Of Procrustes, Antifragile, Skin In The Game and much of the work Nassim has dedicated time to outside of these books. But this podcast is but a side quest... The main show is 'A Curious Worldview Podcast' - link to the show here - https://open.spotify.com/show/61wcpA8fkOQCAGrOfHgkig - and the accompanying newsletter here: https://curiousworldview.beehiiv.com/subscribe
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Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late – Outsmart Financial Fraud Before It Strikes. Join Vijay Giri, a seasoned Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and a leading authority in fraud prevention and investigation, as he pulls back the curtain on the world of financial crime. With over 15 years of hands-on experience protecting institutions and individuals, Vijay now shares his expertise through TheFraudExaminer.com—your go-to resource for fraud awareness, real-life case breakdowns, and actionable defense s ...
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Behind The Yellow Tape

Podcast Radio Original (PRO-Show)

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This is a podcast for those who are interested in the commission of a serious crime, particularly murder, and how they get solved by the Criminal Justice System.And for those interested in the fiction of crime, there is something here for you too.J.A. Lovelock is a Barrister-at-Law, an award-winning author, and an award-winning radio presenter. She has spent many years lecturing, training, examining, and adjudicating in the Criminal Justice and Legal System, but most importantly, she is a cr ...
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Card Talk

Meg Jones Wall // 3am.tarot

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CARD TALK is a mini podcast featuring tarot basics and evergreen insights, supporting you from your very first reading to card-slinging with confidence. Whether you're a curious beginner or an experienced practitioner, CARD TALK is your new go-to tarot podcast for quick tips and practical tricks. Hosted by 3am.tarot creator and Finding the Fool author Meg Jones Wall, a queer and non-binary tarot reader dedicated to creating accessible, inclusive tarot resources.
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“The Good Ol’ Grateful Deadcast,” the official Grateful Dead podcast, is a series devoted to exploring the music and mythology behind one of the most enduring, progressive, and influential bands in the history of recorded music. The podcast’s tagline is “For The Committed And The Curious,” as episodes will invite new fans to explore the band’s enormous mythology in digestible chunks and enlighten life-long Dead Heads about corners of the band’s history they never knew existed. No topic will ...
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What Stock Is That

Stocks Investigator

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We use publicly available, FREE sales presentations, not intended for paying customers, and use the clues in those to DEDUCE the stock being pitched. So if you're curious "what stock is that?", then you're in the right place! DISCLAIMERS: There is NO proprietary or paid information given away. We simply investigate publicly available and FREE sales presentations and use the clues in the presentations to GUESS the stock being pitched. This content is for informational and educational purposes ...
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Confused by Confucius? Daunted by Dante? Shook by Shakespeare? I get it! I'm Cheryl, a reader exploring the world's most influential books one episode at a time. I don't do lectures, and I can't do jargon. But we do have friendly conversations about why (and whether) these books still matter. Each episode, we tackle a great book or two—The Divine Comedy, The Canterbury Tales, The Odyssey, The Prince—unpacking the big ideas, memorable moments, and surprising ways these stories connect to life ...
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The #nerdbirds met on a Virgin America final flight in 2018, and believe the journey is just as fun as the destination. They discuss all aspects of the travel experience, focusing on design, sustainability, and destinations off the beaten path.
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rational vc

Cyrus Yari and Iman Olya

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Learn from history's Greatest Minds — and find Timeless ideas you can apply to business and life. Every episode we explore a Lindy book: We strive to become polymaths like our investing and business icons, pulling the Big Ideas from a wide range of disciplines. For the curious-minded seeking Worldly Wisdom. rationalvc.com "In my whole life, I have known no wise people who didn't read all the time — none, zero. [...] I constantly see people rise in life who are not the smartest, sometimes not ...
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Welcome to ”Our Mystic Road Trip,” the podcast where we embark on a journey through the cosmic realms and dive deep into the mystical arts. Join me as I explore the ancient wisdom of tarot, unlock the secrets of astrology, decode the language of numerology, and unravel the rich tapestry of other spirituality and pagan practices. In each episode, I will guide you through the enchanting world of divination, offering insights and tips. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or a curious seeker, ...
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Welcome to 'Manipulation Games: Psychology & Marketing,' a podcast that explores the intricate dance between the human psyche and the world of marketing. Join hosts Gene and Darren as they explore how psychological principles influence marketing strategies, and vice versa, revealing the subtle art of persuasion that shapes our decisions and behaviors. Each episode of 'Manipulation Games' will take you on a journey through fascinating topics at the intersection of psychology and marketing. Fr ...
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Long before it became one of the most visited websites on Earth, Wikipedia began as a radical idea from a curious boy in Huntsville, Alabama. Raised by a father who managed a grocery store and a mother and grandmother who ran a tiny, Montessori-inspired school where “each one teach one” was the guiding principle, Wales grew up surrounded by early c…
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👉 Best Place To Get Stock Picks: https://geni.us/AlphaPicks (get 50% OFF) Motley Fool is pitching a rare earth stock. I reveal it here for free. Here's the best place to get stock picks: https://geni.us/AlphaPicks If interested in diversifying with precious metals too, then download your FREE guide here: 👉 https://geni.us/PodcastFreebie Or call Aug…
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Continuing this engaging interview with Her Honour Nicola Williams, she opens up about her transition from real-life legal drama to fictional storytelling and how a lifetime in law sharpened her pen and fuels her fiction. Whether you're an aspiring author or a courtroom drama fan, Judge Nicola Williams's story is both inspiring and entertaining. Sh…
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This episode is made possible by the generous support of our subscribers on ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠. Join us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/leviathanchronicles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to hear episodes ad free and unlock exclusive content. Internal Affairs dives deeper into the mysterious world of The Blackdoor Group. Of the 20 speciality ‘Doors’ that comprise the elite espionage division, …
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Unearth the spooky secrets behind Halloween's origin! From ancient Celtic rituals and the legend of Stingy Jack to the evolution of jack-o'-lanterns and trick-or-treating, discover how diverse cultures conjured up the American Halloween we celebrate today. Join Hunter as he digs into the origins and cultural evolution on this SPOOKY episode of Fool…
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This week on Crack the Book marks a jarring shift in tone — and in time. After months steeped in medieval imagination, we start there with Niccolò Machiavelli and end firmly in the Enlightenment with Jean-Jacques Rousseau. Their works, The Prince (1513) and The Social Contract (1762), straddle that uneasy moment when faith and hierarchy gave way to…
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Best Place To Get Stock Picks: 👉 https://geni.us/AlphaPicks Jason Simpkins claims a tiny military AI stock could grow 100X. I reveal the stock in this video for free. Resharing the video that was originally shared a few months ago and as you can see it's already up. Here's the best place to get stock picks: 👉 https://geni.us/AlphaPicks ・ If interes…
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Send us a text Did you know the Bible contains toilet jokes? Or that medieval priests brought donkeys into cathedrals and had congregations bray instead of saying "Amen"? Join Alex and Michael for a hilarious and profound exploration of Christianity's surprisingly rich comedy tradition. From Elijah's savage mockery of Baal's bathroom breaks to Jesu…
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Is there a mysterious creature lurking beneath the dark waters of Scotland's Loch Ness? Uncover the captivating story of Nessie, the legendary Loch Ness Monster, as we separate fact from fiction and explore the depths of this enduring myth. Join Hunter as we dive into the sightings, scientific investigations, and cultural impact of the Loch Ness Mo…
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Send us a text We map a six-stop Southeast Texas loop where Texas independence, immigrant craft, Spanish missions, and small-town museums meet rivers, saloons, and a famously strange cryptid. The route works as a long weekend or a slow, weeklong wander with time to linger and learn. Please subscribe and leave a review on I-Tunes. Feel free to drop …
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Before he was Tywin Lannister in Game of Thrones or the commanding presence of The Jewel in the Crown, Charles Dance was a boy from Worcestershire whose father died when he was three and whose mother built a new life for the family, remarried to their lodger. A childhood marked by loss, a stammer and humble beginnings gave little hint of the comman…
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👉 Discover the Savings Secret 1000s of Americans Are Using! In this podcast, we discuss Marc Lichtenfeld's ultimate passive income play and reveal the stocks based on clues in the sales presentation. If interested in diversifying with precious metals too, then download your FREE guide here: 👉 https://geni.us/PodcastFreebie Or call Augusta at 855-46…
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We explore how the dreamy delicacy of Crazy Fingers came about at a time of great tumult in Grateful Dead history, with visits from new record company boss Al Teller of United Artists and Seastones composer Ned Lagin, plus a stop at Winterland for the Bob Fried Memorial Boogie. Guests: David Lemieux, Al Teller, Ron Rakow, Ned Lagin, Gary Lambert, M…
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👉 Discover the Savings Secret 1000s of Americans Are Using! Marc Chaikin is hyping up a $7 self driving stock. I reveal it here based on the clues in the pubic sales presentation. If interested in diversifying with precious metals too, then download your FREE guide here: 👉 https://geni.us/PodcastFreebie Or call Augusta at 855-466-4671 for further d…
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Ever been stuck in a traffic jam that seems to appear out of nowhere? We're diving deep into the mysterious world of phantom traffic jams, uncovering the science behind those frustrating traffic waves and what causes them. Could AI cars and smarter traffic management be the key to smoother roads? Join Hunter as we navigate the chaos of congestion a…
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This episode is made possible by the generous support of our subscribers on ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠. Join us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/leviathanchronicles⁠⁠⁠⁠ to hear episodes ad free and unlock exclusive content. Internal Affairs dives deeper into the mysterious world of The Blackdoor Group. Of the 20 speciality ‘Doors’ that comprise the elite espionage division, Do…
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This week we pair two early-modern comedies that show how laughter can reveal truth. But first, we do a quick review of European history, looking at France, Spain, Italy and England, trying to place the things we're reading inside history. (I knew next to nothing about Spain at this time so it was really helpful for me!) Cervantes’ Don Quixote (160…
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👉 Discover the Savings Secret 1000s of Americans Are Using! Motley Fool claims to know a company worth 40 Amazons. I reveal it here for free based on the clues in the publicly available sales presentation. If interested in diversifying with precious metals too, then download your FREE guide here: 👉 https://geni.us/PodcastFreebie Or call Augusta at …
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Send us a text Ever wondered why you can't remember last week's sermon, but "Amazing Grace" has been stuck in your head for decades? In this episode of The Theology Pod, hosts Alex and Michael dive into the hidden theological power of hymns – those songs that have shaped what billions of Christians actually believe about God, often more profoundly …
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Ever wonder why one yawn can set off a chain reaction? Is it just about being tired, or is there something deeper going on? Explore the surprising science behind yawning, from brain cooling to social bonding, and uncover the evolutionary secrets hidden in this universal human behavior. Join Hunter as he cracks open the case of the contagious yawn o…
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Send us a text We trace Abilene, Kansas from a Chisholm Trail boomtown to Eisenhower’s hometown, stopping for a mansion wired by Edison, a Greyhound Hall of Fame greeting, a 1901 carousel ride, and a back-room chocolate secret. History, food, trains, murals, and small-town charm deliver a trip worth planning. Please subscribe and leave a review on …
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Before Pointless, Classic FM and comedy stardom, Alexander Armstrong was a restless kid growing up in rural Northumberland- lonely at boarding school, obsessed with music, and quietly desperate to perform. In this revealing conversation with James O’Brien, he opens up about the bruises and eccentricities of his childhood, the teachers who changed e…
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Ever wondered if your pet is trying to tell you more than just "feed me"? Do animals have their own secret languages we're only beginning to understand? From the intricate dances of bees to the deep rumbles of elephants and the sophisticated clicks of dolphins, we're diving deep into the world of animal communication to explore what they're really …
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This episode is made possible by the generous support of our subscribers on ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠. Join us at ⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/leviathanchronicles⁠⁠⁠ to hear episodes ad free and unlock exclusive content. Internal Affairs dives deeper into the mysterious world of The Blackdoor Group. Of the 20 speciality ‘Doors’ that comprise the elite espionage division, Door…
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After three (very full!) weeks of Shakespeare, we reluctantly leave England for Italy—and step into the vivid world of Renaissance art. Ted Gioia’s Immersive Humanities List serves up a refreshing change of scene with Giorgio Vasari’s Lives of the Artists and Benvenuto Cellini’s Autobiography. Both were brand-new to me, and both were a delight. Vas…
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Send us a text What happens when an artist becomes the analyst of their own work? In this episode, co-host Alex takes us inside her oil painting of an Australian payphone—examining it through the lens of Hagar's trauma narrative from Genesis. Together, Michael and Alex explore how obsolete infrastructure witnesses to systemic abandonment, how silen…
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Think Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone all by himself? Think again! Get ready for a shocking call as we dial into the untold stories of rival inventors, patent battles, and the hidden figures behind one of the world's most iconic inventions. Join Hunter as we untangle the wires of truth behind the telephone's invention on this episode o…
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Send us a text Think travel demands deep pockets? We push back with a road-tested guide to seeing more while spending less. We challenge the idea that travel is only for big budgets, using a lifetime of road trips, points strategies, and common-sense choices to show how to see more for less. From camp stoves to tram rides, we trade luxury for stori…
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Growing up in Bristol, acclaimed playwright and screenwriter Jack Thorne was a shy, politically driven kid who believed he could change the world- first through politics, then acting, before discovering that storytelling was where his voice truly belonged. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O’Brien sits down with the Emmy and BAFTA-winning c…
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Bobby Weir & John Perry Barlow’s classic “The Music Never Stopped” came into being when the music was briefly in danger of stopping, the song transforming from live jam to final form as the Dead struggled to solve the financial difficulties that came with a retirement from the road. Guests: David Lemieux, Ron Rakow, Steven Schuster, Steve Silberman…
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In 2013, businesswoman and mum Cor Hutton was given just a five percent chance of survival after contracting pneumonia that developed into sepsis. She pulled through, but lost both hands and her legs below the knee. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O’Brien speaks to Cor about her extraordinary journey- from relearning how to live as a quad…
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Send us a text "Don't throw the baby out with the bathwater"—a phrase weaponised against anyone who dares to question harmful systems. International theatre-maker Jamie Garner transforms this warning into art with their play "Babies and Bathwater," which chronicles one woman's escape from religious coercion and her discovery of her own voice. Drawi…
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⁠Vote for us in the Fourth Annual Signal Awards!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://vote.signalaward.com/PublicVoting#/2023/shows/craft/best-sound-design⁠ The voyage of The Invenios Expeditions may be complete, but new horizons await. Join series creator Christof Laputka, producer Robin Shore, and composer Luke Allen as they share behind-the-scenes memories and reveal wh…
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Swallowing your gum as a kid always came with a scary warning: "It'll stay in your stomach for seven years!" But is there any truth to this sticky situation? Hunter chews on the facts, separating myth from reality when it comes to gum and your digestive system. Discover what really happens when you swallow gum and if you should actually be worried.…
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Send us a text We head upriver from New Orleans to explore Louisiana’s River Parishes—where grand oaks, Creole stories, and a rare tobacco aged in whiskey barrels share a landscape with gators, smokehouses, and a 1950s drive-in. History isn’t erased here; it’s told plainly, tasted slowly, and easy to reach. Please hit that like or subscribe button …
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Before he became one of the world’s best-known chefs, Jamie Oliver was a dyslexic kid growing up in his parents’ pub in rural Essex, learning the value of hard work, fresh food, and family. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O’Brien sits down with Jamie to trace his journey from peeling veg at his parents’ pub to fronting The Naked Chef, res…
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This October we're bringing something spooktacular to your ears... weekly episodes about ghosts, trickster spirits, and the scariest cards in the tarot. We're kicking spooky month off right with our best ghost stories, so get cozy, cast your protection spells, and tune in to hear how Kaitlyn and Sarah have dealt with their various ghost encounters …
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Think goldfish have a three-second memory? Think again! Hunter is diving deep to shatter the myth and reveal the surprising truth about goldfish intelligence. Prepare to be amazed as we uncover scientific studies proving how long these aquatic creatures can actually remember things for! Learn how this misconception took hold and what it says about …
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Back with more Shakespeare! Before we get started with Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and The Tempest, I share a little about my experience with Shakespeare before this project. In short, it was almost ZERO. I tell you this so you can have confidence as you start your own Shakespeare journey. I have been shocked, amazed and gratified …
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In this episode, we break down the science behind the dreaded "brain freeze," from the nerves involved to why it happens in the first place. Discover its quirky history, its surprising link to migraines, and most importantly, how to make it stop! Join Hunter as he chills out and dives deep into the world of brain freeze on this episode of Fool's FA…
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Before becoming Ireland’s youngest Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar was a Dublin GP with bold ambitions and a belief that politics could be a kind of medicine for society. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O’Brien sits down with the former Prime Minister to explore his extraordinary rise from a mixed-heritage childhood in 1980s Ireland, to leading h…
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Welcome to "The Fraud Examiner" - I'm Vijay, and joining me today is Priya for what might be the most extraordinary financial crime story of our generation. Picture this: A company worth $28 billion vanishes overnight. €1.9 billion in cash simply... disappears. And one of Europe's most wanted fugitives is now reportedly running Russian spy networks…
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Send us a text What makes being a school chaplain "even more exciting than being an Archbishop"? In this episode, Alex sits down with Reverend Andrew Stewart at Mentone Grammar School to explore the unique world of Anglican school chaplaincy. With 25 years of experience ministering to what he calls "the least religious generation in Australia's his…
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