Best General Chatter Podcasts (2026)

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51 - J.D. Webster and air combat games, Worthington's South Mountain 2:09:21

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51 - JD Webster This episode can be found on pushingcardboard.com, as well as wherever you get your podcasts. (On youtube, it's still audio-only.) Live unboxing with Stuka Joe Tiger Wings Kickstarter Battle Hymn Vol 2 from Compass Berlin: Fall of the Reich from Revolution Paul Chernoff reviews SPI's Soldiers What I want to play in 2026 Mark Miklos …

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Is This Thing On? 1:40:31

21h ago1:40:31

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It's the first Film Soceyology of 2026! Matthew Socey chats with Emmitt Socey and Brylee Stubbs. He announces his Top 10 films of 2025 plus reviews "Is This Thing On?"By [email protected] (WFYI Public Media)

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How Healing Actually Happens 18:06

4d ago18:06

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How many Christian women think trauma healing happens and how it actually does happen are often not the same thing. Today, Michelle shares how to look at healing so that you can be encouraged rather than feel defeated. Listen in! FREE RESOURCE: If this episode resonated, you might be interested in my free resource. I created a free, faith-honoring …

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A Play On Nerds - Episode 238 - Holiday Screenplay Replay! 51:59

3d ago51:59

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Another holiday episode! This time it's the brand new segment, Screenplay Replay, Holiday Edition! We roll some dice to get a random popular holiday film, then create our very own reboot or re-imagining, with a brand new cast! This time around: Die Hard! Will we make it worse? Or so much better?! Plus: Weird catcalls, make your own chicken stock, a…

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The 1 Question To Ask Yourself that Can Help Heal Trauma - Better Than Trying Harder and Beating Yourself Up Inside 15:33

11d ago15:33

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If you are tired of beating yourself up inside for trying harder and harder to make traction toward your emotional and mental freedom but feel like you are simply going in circles and feeling defeated, you may be asking yourself, "What is Wrong with Me?" However, the problem isn't you! The problem is that you are asking yourself the wrong question,…

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Why Can't I Relax, Even Though I'm Safe? 13:07

18d ago13:07

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If slowing down makes you feel more anxious instead of calm, this episode explains why. You'll learn how trauma trains the nervous system to equate safety with staying busy, in control, or on guard - and why true safety isn't something you need to seek after, but something your body experiences. In this episode, we explore how to orient your nervou…

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Film Soceyology Holiday Buffet 1:32:06

21d ago1:32:06

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To celebrate host Matthew Socey's birthday, he reviews The Housemaid, several video releases, announces the Indiana Film Journalists Association Awards and discuss the films of Rob Reiner. NOTE: The next Film Soceyology will be Jan. 9.By [email protected] (WFYI Public Media)

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Why You Can Pray Faithfully and Still Feel Stuck 14:36

24d ago14:36

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Feeling stuck doesn't mean your faith is weak. It means your nervous system is likely carrying familiar survival responses that are getting in the way of your healing in a different way than you might think. P.S. There is nothing "wrong" with you. You are not the problem. FREE RESOURCE: If this episode resonated, you might be interested in my free …

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A Play On Nerds - Episode 237 - Gary Busy in... The Gingerdead Man! 1:09:30

20d ago1:09:30

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What gets us more into the holiday season than Gary Busy?! That means we're reviewing the holiday classic, The Gingerdead Man! Plus: Flat Earthers are dumb, Jarman recommends Hellier and Psych and has to choose what holiday treats are his favorite, and a trailer review of 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple! Time Codes --------------- Feedback: 1:42 Ho…

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EP23 - The Brave New World of Season 3 1:11:04

20d ago1:11:04

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Chris, Oli and Stew talk about their experiences of Season 3 so far including Stew's recent trip to Brassbowl in Belgium. We also touch on two events which changed the feel of the game - Elfbowl in Brighton, and Double Bangers in London. ---------------------- Links and the like English Tournament Series website (including English Inter-Series Cup …

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Ella McCay 31:15

27d ago31:15

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Matthew Socey has thoughts on the film Ella McCay and his current cinematic dreams.By [email protected] (WFYI Public Media)

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Rewriting Your Life Story: Empowering Yourself Through Challenging Your Thoughts and Perceptions 17:15

1M ago17:15

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What beliefs, feelings, and roles do you carry about yourself that aren't even fully true? Learn how to find out in this episode of Trauma Healing for Christian Women to increase in mental health through a lens of Christian faith and effective psychology. FREE RESOURCE: If this episode resonated, you might be interested in my free resource. I creat…

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MuppeTrek - Episode 160 - "Red's Club" and "The Vengeance Factor" 33:18

1M ago33:18

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Join us on the MuppeTrek Podcast! On Fraggle Rock, Red starts her own club to show up Gobo in "Red's Club." And Star Trek TNG episode, "The Vengeance Factor." Diplomacy, assassinations, blood feuds and space pirates!By A Play On Nerds

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Brylee Stubbs 1:35:58

1M ago1:35:58

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Matthew Socey has a chat with WFYI intern Brylee Stubbs about her history with the work of David Lynch and what films she watches with her parents.By [email protected] (WFYI Public Media)

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Boundary Setting Tips - Navigating Holiday Stressors with Clarity 20:12

1M ago20:12

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Feeling pulled in too many directions with too much on your shoulders and to-do list this holiday season? Today, Michelle gives a new framework for addressing the pull to do too much underneath the surface. Listen in. Would you like to work with Michelle? She is currently accepting clients for EMDR Therapeutic Intensives (3–6 hours of focused thera…

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A Play On Nerds - Episode 236 - Retro Gaming and Family Game Nights 50:15

1M ago50:15

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It's the return of Nerd Roll of Fortune, where we roll the dice to see what random nerdy topics we'll be discussing. This time: Retro gaming and family game nights! Plus: Creepy infiltrating bee assassins, VESTS, and a trailer review for Scream 7!By A Play On Nerds

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7 Tips for Surviving a Panic Attack - My Wild and Crazy Ride 16:08

2M ago16:08

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When panic floods your nervous system and you start to experience the anxiety and frustration of terror, what can you do? Well, in this episode, Michelle shares a recent panic attack doozy of an experience and how the 7 Tips she is sharing with you today helped her navigate it better than past panic attacks. Would you like to work with Michelle? Sh…

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50 - Happy Anniversary - Jose Neva - Desert Blitzkrieg 1:13:01

1M ago1:13:01

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Happy birthday to us! 4 years and 50 episodes! This episode features an interview with Joe Neva of Neva Wargames as well as a look at Desert Blitzkrieg from Compass Games. A few things mentioned in this episode: Live Cardboard #20, looking back and forward My time at Bottoscon Rob Bottos interview Desert Blitzkrieg unboxing www.nevawargames.com Ko-…

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MuppeTrek - Episode 159 - "The Doozer Contest" and "The Price" 43:23

2M ago43:23

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Join us on the MuppeTrek Podcast! On Fraggle Rock, Some Doozers finally catch feelings of jealousy and pride in "The Doozer Contest." And Star Trek TNG episode, "The Price." Troi falls for a creepy deal-maker but thankfully shuts him down.By A Play On Nerds

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Matthew Socey-Danny Boome reunion 1:37:52

2M ago1:37:52

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It's a Film Soceyology holiday tradition! Matthew chats with Usual Suspect Danny Boome about life, work, family, food and film.By [email protected] (WFYI Public Media)

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Cleaning House for the Holidays - Physical Houses and Emotional Ones! 21:27

2M ago21:27

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Expectations are rough this time of year! This episode addresses a helpful framework for processing all the stuff that can feel heavy. Would you like to work with Michelle? She is currently accepting clients for EMDR Therapeutic Intensives (3–6 hours of focused therapy per day over 1–3 days) for those in Pennsylvania or willing to travel to Pennsyl…

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A Play On Nerds - Episode 235 - Predator BadLandfill - Alien VS Hunter 1:02:03

2M ago1:02:03

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Predator Badlands is killing it in theaters, so we're dredging up a completely, totally official film from the franchise to review, Alien VS Hunter! The "mockbuster" from The Asylum. Also, we chat about UFOs again, Stranger Things Season 5, Dropout shows, and Bob's Burgers! Time Codes --------------- Host Banter: 2:51 Nerdy News: 10:52 Film Review:…

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Catching Up On Video 38:04

2M ago38:04

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Host Matthew Socey reviews new titles on home video, an old TV-movie from his wife's youth, and one of Matt's pop culture comfort foods.By [email protected] (WFYI Public Media)

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Therapy Help After Emotional Abuse - Amy Duggar King Interview, Part 2- Holy Disruptor 11:10

2M ago11:10

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Today is the second part of my interview with 19 Kids and Counting star, Amy Duggar King. Amy talks about righteous anger, standing up for what is right, and taking back her power through truth and counseling therapy after gaslighting and emotional abuse throughout her life. Listen in. Would you like to work with Michelle? She is currently acceptin…

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MuppeTrek - Episode 158 - "The Wizard of Fraggle Rock" and "The Enemy" 34:10

2M ago34:10

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Join us on the MuppeTrek Podcast! On Fraggle Rock, It looks like Wembley has a doppelganger who wants to trade places with him and is "The Wizard of Fraggle Rock." And Star Trek TNG episode, "The Enemy." Geordi gets trapped on a stormy planet with a Romulan!By A Play On Nerds

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Nuremberg 46:02

2M ago46:02

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Matthew Socey has thoughts on the film Nuremberg + several better video titles.By [email protected] (WFYI Public Media)

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You're Not Crazy - Stop the Gaslighting with Amy Duggar King 20:57

2M ago20:57

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Have you ever felt like something isn't quite right? Yet, people are acting like you are the one with the problem in how you are seeing things? That's gaslighting, my friend, and today, my guest Amy Duggar King of 19 Kids and Counting fame is talking about her pain and how God has helped her to overcome it as we discuss her new book, Holy Disruptor…

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A Play On Nerds - Episode 234 - Halloween Special! Killjoy 3's Welcome to Derry 50:54

2M ago50:54

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It's (belated) Halloween! So we're bringing back to Rule of Three to honor the release of It: Welcome to Derry by watching the third in the venerated clown-horror series, Killjoy 3! Plus: shilling for Hello Fresh, blind-ranking costumes, trailer review for Primate, and... breathing through your butt? Time Codes --------------- Host Banter: 1:28 Ner…

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EP 22 - England Captaincy Interviews 1:17:39

2M ago1:17:39

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The Blood Bowl Tavern podcast hosted a live interview with Thulean and Wulfyn, the two candidates for the position of Team England captain for the 2026 Eurobowl/Europen. To view the online Discord Q&A, vote in the Team England captaincy election or just for further information, please see the information on the Squad England Discord server: https:/…

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Anniversary, Blue Moon and Brian Hartz 1:19:55

2M ago1:19:55

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Matthew Socey reviews the films Anniversary and Blue Moon. He also replays his chat with Usual Suspect Brian Hartz about Ennio Morricone.By [email protected] (WFYI Public Media)

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10 Reasons Therapy Will Not Work for You 17:46

2M ago17:46

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Do you wonder if therapy will work for you? Are you tired of hurting and ready to do something different to get better results in your life? Therapy definitely works, but there are some people it doesn't work for, and today, Michelle shares 10 Reasons that therapy may not work. Would you like to work with Michelle? She is currently accepting client…

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MuppeTrek - Episode 157 - "A Friend in Need" and "Booby Trap" 31:35

2M ago31:35

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Join us on the MuppeTrek Podcast! On Fraggle Rock, Gobo has to get creative to save Sprocket from being trapped in the wall in "A Friend in Need." And Star Trek TNG episode, "Booby Trap." An ancient trap could mean doom for the Enterprise, and Geordi falls in love with a hologram.By A Play On Nerds

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49 - Terry Simo - Brief Border Wars 2 1:36:43

2M ago1:36:43

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49 - Terry Simo | Brief Border Wars 2 This episode can be found on pushingcardboard.com, as well as wherever you get your podcasts. (On youtube, it's still audio-only.) Small unit tactical Napoleonic game from Lock'n'Load GMT September newsletter Free pdf of optional rules for GMT's Wolfpack New from Osprey- General Orders Sengoku Jidai GMT finally…

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What's the Difference Between Counseling and Coaching? 12:23

3M ago12:23

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Counseling, Psychotherapy, Coaching, you've heard the terms but when it's time to reach out for help, which one does what? Well, in today's episode, Michelle shares an easy way to remember the difference to make sure you can build on a solid foundation and live your best life. Would you like to work with Michelle? She is currently accepting clients…

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A Play On Nerds - Episode 233 - Psychics, Fantasy Books, Film and TV Critics and Set Design! 53:02

3M ago53:02

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It's Nerd Roll of Fortune time! We're covering psychic phenomenon, high fantasy books, the usefulness of film and TV critics, and theater set design! Plus: Only Murders in the Building season 5; is it holding up? And a trailer review for the new Paul Rudd/Jack Black/Thandie Newton/Steve Zahn Anaconda movie!…

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EP21 - Conjecture, speculation, thoughts and suppositions about Blood Bowl Season 3 1:17:55

3M ago1:17:55

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In a change to your regularly(ish) scheduled podcast recapping our tournament experiences, Stew and Oli spend a long time trying to read between the lines of the latest titbits given to us by Games Workshop about Blood Bowl Season 3. ---- Links and the like: English Tournament Series website (including English Inter-Series Cup information) https://…

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Sammy Terry & Taffeta V. 58:25

3M ago58:25

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It's that time of year. Indy's own Sammy Terry haunts Film Soceyology. Followed by Taffeta V (host of the "Late" podcast) breaking down the cinematic and fashion impact of Diane Keaton and Samantha Eggar.By [email protected] (WFYI Public Media)

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God Isn't Mad At You - Growing in Him with a New Mindset 20:24

3M ago20:24

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Are you one of the many Christian women who feel that you are not good enough for God and that He's mad at you? Nothing could be further from the truth. In this episode, Michelle shares key takeaways that can help you reframe your mindset and see yourself through God's eyes so you can go deeper in your relationship with Him and grow in empowered pe…

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MuppeTrek - Episode 156 - "Sir Hubris and the Gorgs" and "The Bonding" 35:41

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Join us on the MuppeTrek Podcast! On Fraggle Rock, we learn some mysterious Gorg lore in "Sir Hubris and the Gorgs." And Star Trek TNG episode, "The Bonding." Worf bonds with a boy on the Enterprise over being orphans while an alien shapeshifter tries to gaslight them.By A Play On Nerds

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Anemone and Roofman 44:54

3M ago44:54

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Matthew Socey reviews the films Anemone and Roofman plus some new home video titles.By [email protected] (WFYI Public Media)

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Self-Care Is Deeper Than a Bubble Bath 21:22

3M ago21:22

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You've heard about self-care being essential, but you might have trouble implimenting it because it doesn't take priority with everything else you have going on in life. In this episode, Michelle shares an alternative look at self-care that goes much deeper than a one-off type of thing. Would you like to work with Michelle? She is currently accepti…

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A Play On Nerds - Episode 232 - Trancing Into Tron - Rule of Three 47:55

3M ago47:55

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In honor of the release of Tron: Ares, we're using the Rule of Three and reviewing another classic film about sci-fi tech and threats of the future with Trancers III! Plus: The handedness of the octopus, using Thumbtack, and a trailer review of the upcoming The Bride!By A Play On Nerds

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Richard Propes and The Tenderness Tour 44:54

3M ago44:54

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Matthew Socey welcomes back fellow IFJA founding member and Usual Suspect Richard Propes, who is the subject of a new documentary making its world premiere at The Heartland Film Festival.By [email protected] (WFYI Public Media)

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Busting the Lies of Stigma for Christian Therapy 21:36

3M ago21:36

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Have you or someone you know struggled with whether to reach out for therapy because you wondered if it showed a lack of faith? Today, Michelle calls out some hope and comfort to dispel the stigmas of mental health therapy for Christian believers. Would you like to work with Michelle? She is currently accepting clients for EMDR Therapeutic Intensiv…

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MuppeTrek - Episode 155 - "All Work and All Play" and "Who Watches the Watchers" 31:13

3M ago31:13

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Join us on the MuppeTrek Podcast! On Fraggle Rock, it's a Doozer takeover with deep dive into Doozer culture through the eyes of Cotterpin in "All Work and All Play." And Star Trek TNG episode, "Who Watches the Watchers." The Prime Directive is at stake when Picard becomes a god...By A Play On Nerds

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Evil Dead: The Musical 55:58

3M ago55:58

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Matthew Socey chats with Dakota Jones, director of the upcoming production of Evil Dead: The Musical. Also, a tribute to actress Claudia Cardinale.By [email protected] (WFYI Public Media)

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Critical of Yourself? 3 Steps of Self-Compassion 13:51

4M ago13:51

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Do you struggle with your self-talk, mindset, or self-care? It may not seem like a big deal to neglect yourself, and you may even feel like it's in the name of humility or not being selfish, yet it's taking away from your ability to move forward into all God created for you to be. In this episode, Michelle talks about our Godly calling and the impo…

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A Play On Nerds - Episode 231 - Doctor Who, Edu-tainment Animation and RTS Video Games 49:43

4M ago49:43

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It's Nerd Roll of Fortune time! So we rolled the dice and are talking about Doctor Who, educational animation, and strategy video games like Civilization, Age of Empires and Heroes of Might and Magic! Plus: UFOs in the news again, Jarman reviews NBC/Peacock's "The Paper" and a trailer review for Spinal Tap 2: The End Continues! Time Codes ---------…

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Bob & Taffy & Francis & Colin & Margot 58:27

4M ago58:27

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Matthew Socey reviews the documentary Megadoc and the film A Big Bold Beautiful Journey. Also, Matthew and Taffeta V (host of the show Late) pay tribute to Robert Redford.By [email protected] (WFYI Public Media)

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4 Tips for Overcoming Triggers, Flashbacks, and Waves of Strong Emotions 24:31

4M ago24:31

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Life can be going along just fine and then, a "trigger" happens, and you're overcome with strong emotions or flashbacks that seem to topple your sense of self, safety, and present moment awareness. It can be difficult to manage. In this episode, Michelle offers 4 Tips to overcome the waves and get back on solid grounding. Would you like to work wit…