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If you don't have the time to keep up with every twist and turn of the news agenda then sit back and Let Me Explain. Each week host Seán Defoe goes behind the scenes on one of the biggest stories dominating the airwaves. Why is it a big deal? Who's trying to spin you a line? And, most importantly, why should you give a damn? CONVERSATION THAT COUNTS | Ireland’s national independent talk station for news, sport, analysis and entertainment Listen to Newstalk at http://newstalk.com/listenlive | ...
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Where rhyme gets its reason! In a historical survey of English literature, I take a personal and philosophical approach to the major texts of the tradition in order to not only situate the poems, prose, and plays in their own contexts, but also to show their relevance to our own. This show is for the general listener: as a teacher of high school literature and philosophy, I am less than a scholar but more than a buff. I hope to edify and entertain!
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Robinson Crusoe

CandlelightStories.com

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Here is 'Robinson Crusoe' by Daniel Defoe in its entirety as a weekly podcast. Widely regarded as marking the start of the english novel, this book is a grand and moving adventure. If your impression of this story comes from a movie, perhaps you should listen. The book is much better. For more audio from CandlelightStories.com, try the Sound Story Club at our web site. You can also listen to a pirate novel at the 'Pirate Jack' podcast.
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Love the idea of reading the classics but never seem to have the time? This podcast makes it easy. In about 30 minutes, each episode gives you a clear and engaging summary of a major work of Western or world literature—along with the background and historical significance that make it timeless. From Homer to Shakespeare to global masterpieces, you'll hear not just great fiction but also influential works of non-fiction, religion, philosophy, politics, and more. You'll get the stories, the bi ...
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The Cooligans

Alexis Guerreros & Christian Polanco

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The Cooligans is a comedy & soccer podcast delivering hilarious takes on the greatest sport in the world! Hosts Alexis Guerreros and Christian Polanco are two NYC stand-up comics who don't focus on stats or formations, they focus on the funny. Join us two times a week for some humorous reactions to football's wildest moments of the weekend. The beautiful game just got a little bit uglier.
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Could It Be Magic?

Folding Pocket

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Could It Be Magic? is a new show brought to you by Carling, the official beer of the Emirates FA Cup and Adobe Women's FA Cup. Join Joe Cole and Ashley Cole, who won the cup nine times between them, ahead of each round in this season's competition as they look back on some of their greatest FA Cup memories, and follow this season's story - all the way to Wembley - with special guests. 18+ please drink responsibly.
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The History of the Plague in London is a historical novel offering an account of the dismal events caused by the Great Plague, which mercilessly struck the city of London in 1665. First published in 1722, the novel illustrates the social disorder triggered by the outbreak, while focusing on human suffering and the mere devastation occupying London at the time. Defoe opens his book with the introduction of his fictional character H.F., a middle-class man who decides to wait out the destructio ...
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Telling stories of authors, storytellers, and people and companies important to publishing. From historically important authors to modern best sellers, from editors and agents to publishers and the companies that make up book publishing, join us for the stories that shed light on the business of books.
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Introducing Durham Region Community Podcast. From Pickering to Ajax to Whitby to Oshawa to Clarington to Uxbridge and all points between. The untold stories behind the people, places, properties, history, local business and more. Join us and share your stories in YOUR voices. Hosted by Paul Indrigo, Real Estate Agent. Serving the Durham Region community for 25 years.
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Love Island Exposed

Reece Parkinson & Natalie Eastwood

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Reece Parkinson & Natalie Eastwood bring you a daily update of all things Love Island the TV show 2018. From the latest episode drama, honest opinions & of course STD rumours. Follow Reece Parkinson here: www.instagram.com/reeceparkinson www.twitter.com/reece_parkinson Follow Natalie Eastwood here: www.instagram.com/nataliejane21
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Keeping the Tradition

Scott Turner

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Two friends who simply love the game of football (soccer) sit down to discuss the issues surrounding the proud DC United club. The discussion ranges from match reviews to issues impacting the club from the outside. We also look at larger issues facing the beautiful game across the pond but always with a beltway focus.
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Off The Railz

Razzy in the Building!

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Honestly, we just have conversations with the goal of making each other laugh. Being stupid, the object in life is to break your friends. And break em hard! Sometimes Rich succeeds. Other times it might be Big Bike Mike, but definitely not more often than not, Razzy in the Building. L for that sentence. We love everybody. So love us too. Love is the answer, not war. .... Although, I know Bennatar said it’s a “battlefield,” but don’t think about that right now. Think happy thoughts, like wave ...
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MLF No Limits

Major League Fishing

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Major League Fishing presents a new podcast: MLF No Limits. In each episode of No Limits, MLF Editor-In-Chief Joel Shangle connects with anglers from the Bass Pro Tour to chat about fishing tactics/techniques, outdoors lifestyle and the unique behind-the-scenes realities of life as a professional bass angler.
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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros sit down with Premier League and MLS legend Jermain Defoe for a wide-ranging conversation on one of the most memorable careers in modern soccer. Defoe reflects on his iconic five-goal performance for Tottenham Hotspur, what it meant to hear Spurs fans chanting his name before his emotional return to the club, …
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The FullyGeeked boys are back with episode 313 with their unique look at the world. Full Squad back together again for one of the last pods for 2025. Although Nate dont know them had to do a shout out and pay homage to the legends #PeterGreeneRIP, #RobReinerRIP and #DickVanDyke turning into a centurion. John Cena bids farewell to WWE after his last…
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What an honour to sit with English footballer Jermain Defoe to talk about his career. The London Derby Takes Over Sydney! Saturday in Sydney. Two global Football heavyweights. An iconic rivalry. Chelsea and Tottenham battle it out in a full throttle London Derby. History. Passion. World-class Football, here in Sydney. Tickets are on sale Friday. TI…
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Send us a text I hope you've brought your appetite, because today we're looking at some of Dr. Swift's shorter prose satires (along with a couple of poems) and he certainly gives us plenty to chew on. "A Description of the Morning": https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/45266/a-description-of-the-morning "A Description of a City Shower": https://w…
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In this episode, we explore the Summa Theologica, Thomas Aquinas's monumental 1265–1274 masterwork that set out to explain… well, everything—from the nature of God to ethics, law, virtue, and the meaning of a good life. We'll unpack how Aquinas blended faith and reason, Aristotle and Christianity, and a whole lot of meticulous logic into one of the…
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The FullyGeeked boys are back with episode 314 with their unique look at the world. Full Squad back together again for the final pod for 2025. We start with paying some respect and homage to #RIPChrisRea, #RIPGilGerard and #RIPJamesRansone. We go back and review the Joshua vs Jake Paul fight before we pay tribute to his friends and family after hea…
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In this episode, we dive into Tartuffe, Molière's 1664 comedic masterpiece that skewers hypocrisy with wit sharp enough to ruffle royal feathers. We'll follow the gullible Orgon, the pious-pretending scoundrel Tartuffe, and a household caught in a hilarious tug-of-war between common sense and spiritual fraud. With its blend of biting satire, fast-p…
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In this episode, we step onto the stage of Othello, William Shakespeare's 1603 tragedy of love, jealousy, and the devastating power of manipulation. We'll follow the noble Moorish general Othello, his devoted wife Desdemona, and the scheming Iago, whose whispered lies ignite one of the most intense psychological unravelings in all of literature. Wi…
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Kevin and Marc transport into the virtual Scum & Villainy Cantina to talk Avatar: Fire & Ash, the latest in entertainment news, reflect on the life of Rob Reiner, and maybe even answer your ho-ho-holiday Q&A questions.►► Over 2 million butts love TUSHY. Get 10% off Tushy with the code FATMAN10 at https://hellotushy.com/fatman10! #tushypod…
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In this episode, we plunge into Les Misérables, Victor Hugo's sweeping 1862 epic that follows ex-convict Jean Valjean through a world of injustice, redemption, revolution, and unforgettable characters. From the relentless Inspector Javert to the brave students on the barricades, Hugo weaves a story that's equal parts social critique and human drama…
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I sit down with new Roosters recruit Reece Robson to talk about his journey so far. Go to ⁠https://surfshark.com/bloke⁠ or use code BLOKE at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! GRUMPY COFFEE - https://grumpycoffee.com.au/ Join the Bloke Club - https://bloke.shop/pages/bloke-club-sign-up LAUNTEL X BLOKE - https://www.launtel.net.au/part…
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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Pellegrino Matarazzo becoming the first American coach in La Liga. Can Matarazzo succeed at Real Sociedad, and what would a successful stint mean for his future and U.S. Soccer’s future? Then, Christian and Alexis bring on American film producer and soccer fanatic Franklin Leonard to discuss English m…
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In this episode, we tiptoe into The Turn of the Screw, Henry James's chilling 1898 novella that blurs the line between ghost story and psychological puzzle. We'll follow the governess who arrives at a remote English estate only to sense eerie forces closing in on her young charges—and we'll wrestle with the century-old question: are the ghosts real…
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Australia have retained the Ashes GRUMPY COFFEE - https://grumpycoffee.com.au Join Bloke Club - https://bloke.shop/pages/bloke-club-s... LAUNTEL X BLOKE - https://www.launtel.net.au/partners/b... CHECK ADDRESS FOR FIBRE ELIGIBILITY - https://www.launtel.net.au/fibre-upgr... Kayo Sports - https://kayosports.com.au/ CODE SPORTS - Use code BLOKE to ge…
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Send us a text One of the most theologically and liturgically important Christmas carols may contain coded messages against the Throne of England! Additional Music: "Adeste Fidelis" by Bing Crosby with The Max Terr choir; John Scott Trotter and his orch.; Traditional; Decca (BM 03929) Support the show Please like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on…
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In this episode, we explore The Vedas, the foundational texts of ancient Indian spirituality, composed by numerous unnamed poets and sages and traditionally dated to roughly 1500–500 BCE [Dating Approximate]. We'll unpack their hymns, rituals, and philosophical insights that shaped Hindu thought for millennia—from cosmic creation songs to meditatio…
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The third Ashes test is in full swing! Billy Darcy joins me in the studio to talk through everything happening in the test right now DONATE LINKS: Scott https://www.policelegacynsw.org.au/scott-dyson-appeal Jack https://www.policelegacynsw.org.au/jack-hibbert-appeal War Doco https://youtu.be/XLi3KWT2Btc Billy Darcy Comedy Special https://youtu.be/3…
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The gang is here for the FINAL episode of 2025 to recap the seasons of #TFClive, #CanPL, NSL, and national teams, talk about the (potential) new TFC signing of Walker Zimmerman, and a bunch of other malarkey. In this episode Duncan is already lining up a former TFC player for management, Mark still is complaining about kits and Kristin is apparentl…
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In this episode, we journey through The Time Machine, H. G. Wells's 1895 sci-fi landmark that flings its curious inventor far into Earth's distant future, where utopia and nightmare walk hand in hand. We'll explore the Time Traveller's encounters with the gentle Eloi, the sinister Morlocks, and the unsettling vision of humanity's fate that made thi…
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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros share their 2026 Major League Soccer early overreactions. Who will be the biggest disappointment? Will Inter Miami repeat as MLS Cup champions? And can anyone compete with Messi for MVP? Next, Christian chats with Danny Navarro, aka Travel Futbol Fan, ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Danny shares his best tips and…
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In this episode, we turn to The Dhammapada, the collection of teachings traditionally attributed to the Buddha and likely compiled around the 3rd century BCE. We'll explore its concise, poetic verses on compassion, clarity, and the art of mastering the mind—wisdom that has guided millions across centuries. From the call to rise above anger to the r…
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Our final podcast of 2025. 0:00 Condolences to the victims of the Bondi tragedy and messages of support to the heroes in the situation 2:13 Wests Tigers 23:36 Harry Grant wins the Golden Boot 29:27 Liam Henry signs with Perth 35:00 Storm chat 43:33 Shibisaki 47:20 Iongi re-signs 50:32 Las Vegas jersey’s 55:06 Dylan Brown arrives at Newcastle 1:02:2…
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Marc Bernardin drops into the digital Scum & Villainy Cantina for Black Man Beyond with BAMF Man J.C. Reifenberg to talk about all this WB business, the latest in pop culture news, and a special announcement is made about the future of the Scum & Villainy Cantina.►► Over 2 million butts love TUSHY. Get 10% off Tushy with the code FATMAN10 at https:…
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The gang is here to recap MLS Cup, World Cup 2026 draw and schedule, #CanPL player movement, new coaches, AFC Toronto at the World Sevens, CONCACAF Champions Cup draw, Vancouver new stadium and the usual malarkey. In this episode Mark is saddened amongst other things by everything, Duncan is eyeing the less star-powered fixtures and Kristin is abou…
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In this episode, we dive into The Call of the Wild, Jack London's 1903 adventure classic that follows Buck—the domesticated dog who's yanked from California comfort and thrown into the unforgiving world of the Yukon. We'll explore his transformation from house pet to pack leader, the brutal beauty of the wilderness, and why this tale of instinct, s…
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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Mohamed Salah’s rumored potential move to San Diego FC. Would Mo Salah be the biggest signing in MLS history? And why might San Diego FC’s ownership convince him to choose MLS over Saudi Arabia? Next, Christian and Alexis chat on the subway with New York City’s mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani. They talk al…
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Australian Featherweight Champion Alexander 'The Great' Volkanovski sat down with Bloke In A Bar's Denan Kemp to discuss his upcoming Title rematch with Brazilian challenger Diego Lopes at UFC 325 in Sydney exclusive to Main Event with Kayo Sports. Volk also opened up on the pressure of fighting on home soil, acknowledging the weight of expectation…
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In this episode, we open the pages of Jane Eyre, Charlotte Brontë's 1847 classic that blends gothic mystery, emotional grit, and a heroine who refuses to settle for anything less than self-respect. We'll explore Jane's journey from a harsh childhood to the shadowy halls of Thornfield, where love, independence, and a few very big secrets collide. Wi…
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The FullyGeeked boys are back with episode 312 with their unique look at the world. Nate, Kel and Merv with this explosive episode. First we pay our respects to the original Shang Tsung actor Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa RIP, before the news that Scarlett Johansson will be joining the cast of The Batman 2. Men in Black 5 is in the writing stage and script …
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