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Game Studies Podcasts
This podcast is a channel on the New Books Network. The New Books Network is an academic audio library dedicated to public education. In each episode you will hear scholars discuss their recently published research with another expert in their field. Discover our 150+ channels and browse our 28,000+ episodes on our website: newbooksnetwork.com Subscribe to our free weekly Substack newsletter to get informative, engaging content straight to your inbox: https://newbooksnetwork.substack.com/ ...
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Welcome to Meaningful Play, a podcast where we talk about video games, new or old, light or serious, controversial or inspiring, and everything in between with an academic flair. Meaningful Play is hosted by Sian Tomkinson and Heather Blakey, who are games studies scholars based in Perth, Western Australia.
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Philosophy is like plumbing for ideas - it makes connections and keeps everything flowing. In this podcast, Graham and his guests are doing some philosophical plumbing for game studies. We'll be asking questions like: Why are philosophers always talking about games? Is philosophy itself a game? How can we use games to understand philosophy - and how can we use philosophy to understand games? This podcast will use philosophy to study games and games to study philosophy. Anyone interested in p ...
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A Love Hate Letter to Gaming gamestudyhall.wordpress.com
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This podcast is en excerpt of my devlog in which i talk about one ludological topic each week. I will try to deconstruct a mechanic or part of a game, see what its benefits and drawbacks are and try to come up with ideas on how to use it and what can be improved.
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Welcome to Game Studies for Everyone, the podcast where complex game research becomes accessible to everyone! Join our co-hosts as they break down cutting-edge research in games and interactive media. Each 15 to 20 minute episode transforms academic findings into bite-sized, engaging discussions that everyone can enjoy. Whether you’re a gamer, developer, or just curious about the science behind the games you love, Game Studies for Everyone is your go-to source for easy-to-digest insights. No ...
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Hi there, my name is Kendrick and I'm a college graduate student who is obsessed with learning, productivity, and creating entertainment. A lot of the show involves exploring my thought process for certain events and experiences that have helped me become the person I am today. My goal is to gamify life by discovering tools and hacks to help you make your best day everyday!
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Conversations in Game Studies is a series of talks with scholars who research video games in their academic work, covering specific areas of research, as well as game studies in a broader context.
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Welcome to The Gaming Persona, a unique podcast that traverses the exciting crossroads of gaming and mental health. With your host, Dr. Gameology, peel back the layers of the gaming world to discover its profound impact on our cognitive and emotional health. You'll understand how video games, far from being mere entertainment, can act as powerful tools for personal growth, stress relief, and mental resilience. Join fellow gamers and enthusiasts in thought-provoking discussions, unraveling th ...
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In his weekly Catholic Bible study podcast, Jeff shares faith tips and scripture truths to help you live as a modern-day disciple of Jesus Christ.
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NPR's weekly news quiz hosted by Peter Sagal. Have a laugh and test your knowledge with today's funniest comedians and a celebrity guest. Hate free content? Try a subscription to Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!+. Your subscription supports public radio and unlocks fun bonus episodes along with sponsor-free listening. Learn more at https://plus.npr.org/waitwait
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The podcast about games, language and culture. With hosts Dr. Ibi and Dr. Joe. Dr. Ibi has a Ph.D. in Linguistics and likes to play games. Dr. Joe has a Ph.D. in Media & Cultural studies, and designs games for a living. 📜 If you would like more Say It Like You Play It content, you can find our BLOG here: https://ibibaxterwebb.wordpress.com/blog-podcast/ ☕ If you would like to support us, you can buy us a coffee here: buymeacoffee.com/sayitlikeyouplayit 📺 We're also on YouTube: https://www.yo ...
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Hello, world! Check out SPARTIE-Cast, with Dr. Robby Ratan, Director of the Social and Psychological Approaches to Technology-Interaction Effects (SPARTIE) Lab at Michigan State University, with amazing support from Producer George McNeill and Technical Director, Connor Bird.
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A podcast about the use and misuse of scientific research in popular conversation and it’s cultural implications. Hosted by Rumman Chowdury and Imran Siddiquee.
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The Game Dev Field Guide is a podcast series focused on teaching you how to make and launch your own video games. This podcast is aimed at the beginner to intermediate level of game developer. Learn things like how to make crisp movement controls, making eye catching sprites, and marketing your game for it's big release. Stay awhile and listen!
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College Football Rules Study
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Studying Pixels combines game studies and a joyful engagement with video game culture. Every Sunday, game studies scholar Stefan Heinrich Simond and Japanese scholar Dan Hughes cover anything from reviews of contemporary games to news stories and from academic deep-dives to controversial discussions—all wrapped up in a sincere appreciation of everything geeky. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Join the Party is an actual play podcast with tangible worlds, genre-pushing storytelling, and collaborators who make each other laugh each week. We welcome everyone to the table, from longtime players to folks who’ve never touched a roleplaying game before. Hop into our current campaign: the drama and excitement of a superhero high school! Or marathon our completed stories: Campaign 3 for a pirate story set in a world of plant- and bug-folk, the Camp-Paign for a MOTW game set in a weird sum ...
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A scholarly podcast about pop culture hosted by Hannah McGregor and Marcelle Kosman, produced by Witch, Please Productions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Brand new White Belt Josh Lu calls on Jake Luigi, BJJ Youtuber from "Less Impressed More Involved BJJ", and other guests for help on the path to improvement, performance, and enjoyment in the sport of Jiu Jitsu. Follow the journey!
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I am Hal Hammons, a citizen of heaven. I broadcast regular reports of what it is for a child of God to live in Satan's world. My reports typically break down into four segments:"What I've been preaching" -- a point I have made in a recent sermon."What I've been reading" -- A brief breakdown of a book of the Bible or other reading material that has helped me in my understanding or application of the Bible."What I've been hearing" -- news from the internet or other sources about what is going ...
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Inconceivable! is a show that tests our panelists' knowledge of the nerdy, the useless, and the obscure. Each episode, two teams face off to answer diabolical questions about TV shows, comics, movies, books, games, and more. Host Dan Moren and scorekeeper/announcer Lex Friedman oversee the proceedings, doling out hard-earned points where appropriate. Follow the show on Mastodon.
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A podcast discussing various aspects of the Pokemon universe.
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Student of the Game is a long form conversation podcast hosted by Music Manager and Entrepreneur Nolan Smith who is personally inspired to learn from his guests who are experts in their respective fields ranging from Music, Fashion, Film, Entertainment, Sports, Health & Fitness, Spiritual, etc.
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The official podcast of the NLSC, talking about all things related to basketball video games!
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Tirumari Jothi and Jacob Rubin will review one of the playable characters from the uber-popular Super Smash Bros series, in chronological order from when they were introduced to the series. Each episode covers: the character's history outside of the series, how they've played in the game's fifteen-year history, tournament play and personal opinions.
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What's CODE SWITCH? It's the fearless conversations about race that you've been waiting for. Hosted by journalists of color, our podcast tackles the subject of race with empathy and humor. We explore how race affects every part of society — from politics and pop culture to history, food and everything in between. This podcast makes all of us part of the conversation — because we're all part of the story. Code Switch was named Apple Podcasts' first-ever Show of the Year in 2020. Want to level ...
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Krewe of Japan is a weekly podcast that takes listeners on audio journeys through Japanese culture. With our hosts as your guide, and the help of guest experts, Japanese natives, and ex-pats, understanding Japan is now easier than ever before.
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On The Frame Work Podcast, join world champion coach and dancer Ikaika Dowsett as he explores the worlds of sport, art, technology, and where they all meet with friends and guests including dancers, scientists, doctors, CEOs and more!
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Call of Cthulhu and other TTRPG scenario replays, reviews, and more.
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Originally created for the 2+2 PokerCast, these 60 seconds long nuggets of poker strategy offer some very helpful tips.
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Sky Matsuhashi discusses poker Cash games, MTT’s and SNG’s for all poker stakes and games like No Limit Hold’em (NLHE), Pot Limit Omaha (PLO) and Stud variations of poker. Lots of poker strategy discussed and Q&A’s with listeners. We interview successful poker players and coaches like Alex Fitzgerald, Daniel Negreanu, Phil Ivey, Phil Helmuth, Jason Sommerville, Andrew Lichtenberger, Phil Galfond, Isaac (Ike) Haxton, Vanessa Selbst, Ed Miller, Jared Tendler, James “Splitsuit” Sweeney. This sh ...
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We are a ministry dedicated to reach Gamers for Jesus Christ, and offering prayer and support in our discord were we can talk with you, get to know you and offer you some help in your journey. These podcasts are audio versions of our YouTube videos.
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Inside Position, hosted by Tom Halpin, delivers great stories and insights from the world of BJJ (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu), MMA, and Grappling. Each week Tom brings you conversations with some of the sport’s biggest names, from world champions and coaches to other legends of the sport.
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Lifelong fans of fan fiction tackle the fiction by fans: The famous and the infamous. The gloriously cringe to the heartbreakingly profound. Notorious tropes, trending topics and unsung community heroes. What's in your Open Tabs? If you'd like to support our silly little project and get into our fun little community discord - you can check us out on patreon.com/OpenTabsCast ! A podcast by adults for adults, listener discretion is advised.
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A daily podcast delving into the dumbest thing on every goddamn page of the 3rd Edition Dungeons & Dragons Player’s Handbook. Email: [email protected]
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Want to improve your Scrabble game? Listen (repeatedly) to our word learning and entertaining broadcast and eventually memorize more words than you thought you would ever learn. New episodes debut Fridays! Archived Here: Season 1: Uncommon 5 Letter Words + special "fun" shows Season 2: Uncommon 6 Letter Words + special "fun" shows Season 3: Uncommon 7 Letter Words (Based On Probability) Season 4: Uncommon 8 Letter Words (Based On Probability) Episode 1: (October 11) 7&8 Letter Words That End ...
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An interview show with staff from the University of Sunderland that explores their research and the ideas behind it. Each episode features a different academic talking about their work and what it means.
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Join Pastor Karl in his Wednesday night Bible Study through the books of the Bible. You can join in person on Wednesday nights at Flipside Christian Church 37193 Ave 12, Madera, CA 93636.
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Talking to a mic about myself, getting prepared to end the day in reflection, creating something to look back on.
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We talk about the 2010 film Get Lamp. Order CMRN’s book! Order here as well! Buy the shirt! Support this show on Patreon! Buy books from our Bookshop.org page! Chris Hunt created the theme song for this show.By Ranged Touch
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Chaim Gingold, "Building SimCity: How to Put the World in a Machine" (MIT Press, 2024)
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20:31Building SimCity explores the history of computer simulation by chronicling one of the most influential simulation games ever made: SimCity. As author Chaim Gingold explains, Will Wright, the visionary designer behind the urban planning game, created SimCity in part to learn about cities, appropriating ideas from traditions in which computers are u…
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In which I discuss the dumbest thing about Special Abilities categories as described in Chapter Eight: Combat in the Player's Handbook for 3e Dungeons & Dragons. Intermission music: Have a Smoke by Crowander is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License. Theme music: Seven Sisters by Skill_Borrower used under a Creative Co…
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Support for Israel is waning, but many White Evangelical Christians remain steadfast
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34:17Among the American public, support for Israel has fallen among almost every demographic group. But for many White Evangelical Christians over the age of 35, support has remained steadfast. And that support continues to be a major shaper of U.S. policy in the region. So today, in our final installment of the Code Switch History Class series, we're l…
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24: #Editor's Choice:2025 #The Clip Show
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1:37:10Welcome to Open Tabs! Editor Bryan gave the hosts the week off for the holidays and put together a clip show of his favorite moments from our first year of this very silly little project (and your's out in the community.) Thanks for coming with us on this crazy ride and we'll surely have more unhinged content for you in 2026! If you have any questi…
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What did God do in your life in 2025? Before rushing into the new year, Jeff encourages us to pause and remember the significant moments when God worked in our lives over the past year. Email us with comments or questions at [email protected]. Text “jeffcavins” to 33-777 to subscribe and get Jeff’s shownotes delivered straight to…
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[DND3 Pg 125a] A Case Study In Concentration [Week 21]
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12:54In which I really do try to discuss the dumbest thing about the Concentration rules in Chapter Eight: Combat in the Player's Handbook for 3e Dungeons & Dragons. Thanks to Opal Aberdeen (https://onlyfans.com/opal_aberdeen) for invaluable contributions/obstacles to recording this episode. And thank you, as always, to Chester Cheetah (https://www.chee…
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In which I discuss the dumbest guys implied on page 124 in Chapter Eight: Combat in the Player's Handbook for 3e Dungeons & Dragons. Theme music: Seven Sisters by Skill_Borrower used under a Creative Commons 3.0 NC license. https://m.ccmixter.org/files/Skill_Borrower/41729By MegaDumbCast
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The Only Poker Commitment That Actually Works - Crush 2026 #571
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5:35I am dubbing 2026, the Year of Taking Action. As you know, one of my favorite sayings is “Action is the greatest teacher.” Make 2026 the year you play and study poker with real purpose. Do that consistently, and it will be your best poker year yet. Get Daily Action Steps by joining the Smart Poker Study Newsletter: https://smartpokerstudy.com/daily…
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How Big Sales, Backlogs, And Time Limits Shape The Way We Game
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57:17Send us a text We weigh what to buy in the Steam sale, why discounts only matter past a real threshold, and how limited time forces better choices. Along the way we celebrate story-rich games, debate difficulty, and savor a perfect wrestling farewell that felt like film-level mythmaking. • Steam sale strategy, price thresholds, and cart triage • Ba…
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From "CRT" to "DEI": A history of race and moral panics
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39:15A few years back, many politicians were raising the alarm about the dangers of "CRT" in schools. Today, the new risk to public education is "DEI." What do both of these moments have in common? They have all the elements of a moral panic. So in this installment of Code Switch History Class, we're looking at the history of moral panics in the U.S., a…
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[DND3 Pg 123] Let Me Eat Spider-Man [Week 21]
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11:26In which I discuss the dumbest thing about the critical hit rules laid out in Chapter Eight: Combat in the Player's Handbook for 3e Dungeons & Dragons. Theme music: Seven Sisters by Skill_Borrower used under a Creative Commons 3.0 NC license. https://m.ccmixter.org/files/Skill_Borrower/41729By MegaDumbCast
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NLSC Podcast #612: Hoops Gifts for the Holidays
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38:07From courtside of the virtual hardwood, it’s Episode #612 of the NLSC Podcast! Another year is almost in the books! And so, as 2025 draws to a close, this week we’re joining the community in discussing the basketball and basketball gaming gifts that we gave and received during this holiday season. From shoes, shirts, and collectibles, to video game…
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Material Concerns: An All-Buster Holiday Party
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1:06:53Well, well, well, if it isn’t our annual All Team Holiday Episode. The real ones know that these episodes are typically out of control. This year is no different (except we were all sober at the time of recording). Tune in for a timed check-in, followed by end-of-year trivia, 2025 Oops All Oops and some light chatter about Heated Rivalry. If you’d …
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Register your feedback here. Always good to hear from you! Forgive the rough cut! I am having no end of trouble on my end -- the least effect of which is, I cannot put a standard podcast out. But I did make a recording for you! Hopefully my technical problems will be worked out by next Tuesday. Also, you'll note I didn't include 10 brand new books …
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Afterparty: 28-30 Work. Study. Credit. I-III
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1:00:38When did we think that the parents we hadn’t met yet would start popping up? Can you tell us more about Decoder Ring? And how did Dr. Prometheus get on the parent phone tree? All that and more on this Afterparty! We’re playing Masks for this campaign! You can access a running list of all the NPCs from Campaign 4 here. Sponsors - Bookshop.org, where…
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[DND3 Pg 122] Combat Fundamentals [Week 21]
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14:40In which I discuss the dumbest thing about the Fundamental Actions in Combat table in Chapter Eight: Combat in the Player's Handbook for 3e Dungeons & Dragons. Steve Dee's blog post about MDC: https://dconstructions.wordpress.com/2025/08/06/ecce-homo-ecce-ludus/ Theme music: Seven Sisters by Skill_Borrower used under a Creative Commons 3.0 NC licen…
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In which I discuss the dumbest thing about the two-part illustration spread across pages 120 and 121 in Chapter Eight: Combat in the Player's Handbook for 3e Dungeons & Dragons. Theme music: Seven Sisters by Skill_Borrower used under a Creative Commons 3.0 NC license. https://m.ccmixter.org/files/Skill_Borrower/41729…
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In this episode, I ask Jake about his thoughts on defending leg entanglements like outside ashi and 50/50. We look at it from a standing and a double-seated perspective. At the end I share some games that we've been working on in the gym. Hope you enjoy! Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Join the convo with Josh on D…
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WWDTM: Carissa Moore, Bob Costas, and Jim Rice
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48:50This week, we celebrate the holidays with some of our favorite guests and a trip back to Hawaii! Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
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Where ICE came from, and where it needs to go
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18:30In 2018, in light of some pretty aggressive rhetoric and policies being enacted by the Trump administration, many people were asking a pretty direct question: Should ICE be abolished? Seven years later, amidst arguably even harsher policies and language, many are still asking that same question. So today, on the second installment in our Code Switc…
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Spirituality in Everyday Japan ft. Hiroko Yoda
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1:00:29Japan is often described as having “spirituality without religion”, but what does that actually mean? In this episode, author Hiroko Yoda joins the Krewe to break down how spirituality quietly shapes everyday life in Japan, from nature and kami to shrines, folklore, and even anime. With personal stories and insights from her new book, Eight Million…
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Why do so many people struggle to sleep, even when they’re exhausted? Jeff explores the problem of sleeplessness and the hidden spiritual and emotional factors that keep us awake at night. Through Scripture, Church wisdom, and real-life examples, Jeff shows how worry, anxiety, and misplaced priorities rob us of peace and how turning our hearts back…
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What the 1968 fight for ethnic studies classes teaches us about today
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40:35The fight over the soul of higher education is very alive right now, with the Trump administration engaged in dozens of investigations and multiple lawsuits against colleges and universities around the country. Billions of research dollars at those schools have been frozen, too. So today, in a special series called Code Switch History Class, we're …
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Point-and-Shoot Cameras x The Punctum
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1:06:04To make sense of the recent resurgence in point-and-shoot cameras, we’re returning to French philosopher and cultural theorist Roland Barthes! We begin with a conversation about the major technological shifts that have occurred in photography between 1980 (when Barthes published Camera Lucida) and today. Hannah then leads us in a theory section all…
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NLSC Podcast #611: NBA Comebacks We Would’ve Loved to See
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56:48From courtside of the virtual hardwood, it’s Episode #611 of the NLSC Podcast! What Ifs are always an intriguing topic in basketball discussions, especially when they involve comebacks that could’ve been, and comebacks that could potentially still occur. To that end, this week we’re reflecting on a handful of historical comeback rumours, as well as…
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POINNNG! When the Christian Devil’s demon minions start possessing teachers, our super seniors have to step up and save the school (again). We’re playing Masks for this campaign! You can access a running list of all the NPCs from Campaign 4 here. Sponsors - Bookshop.org, where the code we shared in the midroll will get you 10% off your order! Find …
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SMILES: Why so serious? Shirley Temple. "Smile." Sushi Go!
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17:42Register your feedback here. Always good to hear from you! So, it's the week of Christmas. And it's episode #350. I didn't plan to save the "Smiles" episode for a week like this, but now I'm glad I did. We'll discuss why smiles are so rare in the Bible and why you shouldn't worry about it; how the cutest little girl and the saddest "Little Tramp" i…
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This week, special guest Rhea Seehorn joins panelists Josh Gondelman, Hari Kondabolu, and Paula Poundstone Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
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Keep culture and tradition alive at the mahjong table
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17:34How do we keep family traditions alive? For some people, it's by speaking their heritage language, or learning how to cook family recipes. For Nicole Wong, it was through games — specifically, learning the ins and outs of Mahjong. Her research led her to start the Mahjong Project, and to write a book about what she was learning called Mahjong: Hous…
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[DND3 Pg 120] Save Vs. Funny Jokes [Week 20]
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11:54In which I discuss the dumbest thing about the rules for saving throws described in Chapter Eight: Combat in the Player's Handbook for 3e Dungeons & Dragons. Theme music: Seven Sisters by Skill_Borrower used under a Creative Commons 3.0 NC license. https://m.ccmixter.org/files/Skill_Borrower/41729By MegaDumbCast
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23: #Heating Up #Hockey Facts #Happy Hollanov to Everyone!
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1:04:43Welcome to Open Tabs! Tappy's whole new personality is the gay hockey show, government name, Heated Rivalry: the Crave Canada production airing in America and beyond on HBO. We talk about how it came to be, what it started out as (hint - it MIGHT just have been fanfiction) and why its so fucking good. Heads up! This episode may contain spoilers for…
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How do you share the Gospel without making it awkward? As Christmas draws near, Jeff shares simple, natural ways to bring Jesus into everyday conversations—especially when people are hurting, overwhelmed, or searching for hope. Email us with comments or questions at [email protected]. Text “jeffcavins” to 33-777 to subscribe and …
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In which I discuss the dumbest thing about the rules for determining Touch AC, as described in Chapter Eight: Combat in the Player's Handbook for 3e Dungeons & Dragons. Theme music: Seven Sisters by Skill_Borrower used under a Creative Commons 3.0 NC license. https://m.ccmixter.org/files/Skill_Borrower/41729…
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Register your feedback here. Always good to hear from you! Steve Wolfgang, preacher for the Downers Grove church in the Chicagoland area, has been schooling us regarding math, church style, this week. As you likely have figured out, we’re wrapping the discussion up with division. What has “split the church” in times past? What “splits” are on the h…
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