Do not fear the dark, fear what darkness brings... Arkham Private Investigator Arthur Lester wakes up with no memory of who he is or what has happened, only a nameless, eerie voice guiding him through the darkness. Blind, terrified, and confused, his journey will lead him towards a series of mysteries in the hopes of understanding the truth of what has transpired. As cosmic horrors seep into the world around, Arthur must ask himself whether this entity truly seeks to help him, or are its int ...
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Welcome to the Witching Hour, a midnight broadcast from deep in the swamp on the outskirts of town. The town: Howler's Holler. The location: worrisomely close to a haunted, radioactive mine shaft. The news: unsettling beyond your comprehension.
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The Science series presents cutting-edge research about biology, physics, chemistry, ecology, geology, astronomy, and more. These events appeal to many different levels of expertise, from grade school students to career scientists. With a range of relevant applications, including medicine, the environment, and technology, this series expands our thinking and our possibilities.
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A young adult whodunit with a choose-your-own-adventure twist from audio drama creator Lauren Shippen. It’s the fall of 1997 in Hastings, New Hampshire and autumn is the time of year this small town shines. Apple cider, pumpkin patches, farmer’s markets...its idyllic New England. Picturesque, plaid-filled, and, for fifteen-year-old, Maxine Miles, plodding. Suddenly, Max’s school year starts to look a bit more interesting when a fellow student vanishes. With the help of her misanthropic class ...
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Wayward Guide is a fictional investigative podcast about the sordid world of local politics, backroom dealings, and werewolves. When an alluring corporate corruption story falls unexpectedly into their laps, twin podcasting-team Artemis and Paul Schue-Horyn are given the chance to prove themselves as top hosts at the American Podcasting Network. But opportunity soon leads to tragedy as the eccentric and divided locals they are interviewing in the small California mining town of Connor Creek ...
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In the desolate town of Millbridge, Arizona, the Mumford family has ruled for generations, their power rooted in the now-failing mine that once fuelled the town's prosperity. Dr. Peter Mumford, the town's respected doctor, and his wife, Tulip Mumford, an ambitious politician, are determined to maintain their grip on Millbridge, no matter the cost. But when a persistent reporter begins to unravel the truth behind the suspicious deaths of 30 miners, long-buried secrets threaten to destroy the ...
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Next Christmas in Girouette is a full-length novel for people of all ages—nine to ninety-nine—who want to share a heart-warming literary adventure at Christmastime. Set on the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains in Montana, this is the story of a brother and sister—Autry and Oxana Quinn—who find themselves stranded in a Girouette, a virtual ghost town, from Thanksgiving through Christmas when their father is taken ill. Their grandfather, a Marine Captain long retired, plus an eccentric old ...
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Every episode we provide you three stories: two of which are true and one is false. Can you find the line between fact and fiction? Find out every Wednesday!
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In the 56th part of our tale, Arthur and John must hunt down The Butcher, or what version of him exists in the Dark World. Armed only with the Dollmakers scalpel, the two descend into the woods in search of their prey. Will they end up as the victims or will they follow through and return with the Butcher's head... If you're a fan of this show, ple…
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Our host encounters a flesh tree. An intern in The Field has found three beans. The Void, Inc. wants access to your mind... for your own good. Featuring: Lexi Madden Roc Bauman and Nevin Langhus from "Drunkens and Dragons" AbyssCorp Music: "Anime Sunset," by The Twilight "Best Day Ever" (Bossa Nova)- by Alana Jordan Theme music: "Lullaby," by Kim L…
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Your host found some discarded audio in the cellar among the pickles and other foodstuffs. It was almost fired from a cannon into the swamp, but at the last minute it made it on air! Hannah here. The episode release schedule was disrupted by troublesome voice actors who had the nerve to be ill, injured, and in need of surgery all at the same time. …
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Our host interviews Precipita Jones the Spectral Chef about her new show, "Ghostess With the Mostest." The local Bigfoot has been found. Jake Leggings gets carried away... by his pants. Featuring: Karah Minelli Donald Kozinski (CoffeeNinjaRyu on Twitch) Ethan Kowalczyk Slade Tori Williamson Patrick Richert Theme Music: “Lullaby,” by Kim Lightyear “…
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In the 55th part of Malevolent, Arthur and John must approach the Dollmaker, a strange and mysterious figure of the Dark World in order to attain a body. If you're a fan of this show, please consider supporting on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheINVICTUSStream Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Two used broomstick salesmen compete for air time. A house on chicken feet crushes a local business. The ham at Pica's Diner is haunted by the tormented souls of hogs slain in anger. Featuring: Justin Gramling, Patrick Weisfeldt, Joey Authement. Theme music: “Lullaby,” by Kim Lightyear “Classic Guitar Rock in Open G,” by Julius H. from Pixabay "The…
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Tales from the Dark World is a new anthology horror series from Malevolent creator Harlan Guthrie. Set in the grimdark reality of what awaits us after death, horrific vignettes (part fairy tale, part folklore) reveal stories from a variety of strange and mysterious perspectives, all painting one absolute truth: the dark world is death incarnate. Li…
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Our Host interviews Penelope Plunker, a spelunker who found an interesting stone in the abandoned mine. Dickie the Pickle Man is at it again. Next week, Daphne will be in the sky. Featuring: Lexi Slagle Theme Music: "Lullaby," by Kim Lightyear Cover Art: Hannah Kubiak Theme music: "Lullaby," by Kim Lightyear Cover Art: Hannah Kubiak Join The Witchi…
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In Part 54, we find ourselves walking the blighted, hollow lands of the Dark World. What is uncovered will change the fabric of their very being... If you're a fan of this show, please consider supporting on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheINVICTUSStream Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Today, we interview Jake Leggings about an unusual fashion choice. A wolf in the Howler's Holler community suffers a hideous transformation every new moon. A local spelunker has found an interesting stone. Featuring: Andrew Kelly Theme music: "Lullaby," by Kim Lightyear Theme music: "Lullaby," by Kim Lightyear Cover Art: Hannah Kubiak Join The Witc…
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Today we interview Agatha Putty, the keeper of an immortal stew that has sustained her family for 53 years. The town necromancer has died, risen, died, and risen again, and we are getting tired of it. A local man might be part automobile... Featuring: Haley Ebinal and Aaron Brown Theme music: "Lullaby," by Kim Lightyear Theme music: "Lullaby," by K…
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Several villagers ingested questionable potions and called in about their experiences. This episode is not for the faint of heart... or colon. Featuring: Andrew Kelly Theme Song: “Lullaby,” by Kim Lightyear Theme music: "Lullaby," by Kim Lightyear Cover Art: Hannah Kubiak Join The Witching Hour Patreon at the Crawdaddy or Kombucha Cultist tier and …
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A lot of strange familiars have appeared around Howler's Holler. We speak with Bartholomew Crack — local eccentric and caretaker of a tentacled chicken with powers beyond human comprehension. Featuring: Donald Kozinski Theme Music: Kim Lightyear Theme music: "Lullaby," by Kim Lightyear Cover Art: Hannah Kubiak Join The Witching Hour Patreon at the …
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Welcome to the Witching Hour, a midnight broadcast from deep in the swamp on the outskirts of town. The town: Howler's Holler. The location: worrisomely close to a haunted, radioactive mine shaft. The news: unsettling beyond your comprehension. Theme song: "Lullaby," by Kim Lightyear Featuring: Donald Kozinski, Andrew Kelly Theme music: "Lullaby," …
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249. Blaise Agüera y Arcas with Charles Mudede: What Is Life? Evolution as Computation
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1:13:21Explaining how and why our world works the way it does touches on so many fields of science: biology, chemistry, physics, and, of course, technology. However, according to researcher Blaise Agüera y Arcas, computation should also be part of the understanding of life on all levels – and going back further than one might think. In What Is Life? Evolu…
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248. Mariah Blake with Mónica Guzmán: A Legacy of Chemicals & Cover-Ups
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1:04:29From Silent Spring to Erin Brockovich, people have been captivated — and devastated — by stories of harmful chemicals and the many ways that they have altered and even ended human lives. From investigative journalist Mariah Blake comes a new book that recounts a small town being poisoned, a corporate cover up, and a grassroots movement to fight bac…
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After the events of Season 1, Max is at a loose end. She found her friend Riley and exposed corruption in her small town of Hastings but her trusty partner-in-sleuthing Ross is still in the hospital after the investigation went south. Without Ross by her side, Max doesn't know which of the lingering mysteries to explore next! But with your help, ma…
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247. Dori Gillam: Get Ready for Caregiving – Yours, Mine and Theirs!
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1:11:15Overnight, Dori became her parents’ caregiver – a labor of love that lasted for seven years. Her mom was suddenly a partially paralyzed wheelchair-bound amputee and her dad was declining due to increasing dementia. She wasn’t ready. This event is to help prepare anyone – those who have been, are now, or will be a caregiver – in other words, all of …
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246. Craig Mundie and Dr. Jim Heath: Artificial Intelligence, Hope, and the Human Spirit
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1:09:53Artificial intelligence is reshaping our world – but what does that mean for healthcare, scientific discovery, and human potential? In Genesis: Artificial Intelligence, Hope, and the Human Spirit, co-authors Craig Mundie, Henry Kissinger, and Eric Schmidt explore the profound implications of AI on society. In this collaborative event between Town H…
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In the Season 6 premier the Dark World has finally come for Arthur & John. Nothing is known for certain, death and danger is everywhere... nothing can be trusted. If you're a fan of this show, please consider supporting on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheINVICTUSStream Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Post Season 5 Discussion [PART 2]
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1:24:33[PART 2} With the end of Season 5 and the start of Season 6 around the corner, join Harlan once again as we talk about everything Season 5 of Malevolent had to offer. Once again Author Ren Brooke sits down with the creator of Malevolent Harlan Guthrie to talk ALL about Season 5! Make sure you check out Ren at https://adrienbrooke.com/ Consider supp…
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Post Season 5 Discussion [PART 1]
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1:27:54With the end of Season 5 and the start of Season 6 around the corner, join Harlan once again as we talk about everything Season 5 of Malevolent had to offer. Once again Author Ren Brooke sits down with the creator of Malevolent Harlan Guthrie to talk ALL about Season 5! Make sure you check out Ren at https://adrienbrooke.com/ Consider supporting Ma…
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da ca·po / dä-ˈkä-(ˌ)pō / adverb "from the beginning —used as a direction in music to repeat." This Interlude is a core part of the story and an introduction to the next and final Season of this journey. It is part of the story and required listening for the full experience. Part 53 will release May 30th, 2025 However, more of this story is availa…
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245. Psychedelic Salon with April Pride and Sand Symes: The Sacred Path of Women and Psychedelics
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1:23:00Sand Symes, a psychedelic guide who has spent over 40 years working with women in transformational spaces and 20+ years immersed in her committed work with psychedelics, in discussion with April Pride at Town Hall Seattle. With decades of experience guiding women in transformational work, Sand brings a perspective that blends spiritual and practica…
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In the Season 5 finale of Malevolent, Arthur & John are at the mercy of the gods that toy with them. With Kayne's mission in their mind, finding the Blackstone, and Lilith's desires unclear the two must confront the end of their journey once and for all. It's all led to this, what comes next... no one knows. If you're a fan of this show, please con…
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244. Mary-Frances O’Connor with Dr. Anthony Back: Grief and the Body
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1:14:06Despite grief being one of the most universal of human experiences, there is still much that we do not know about it. Can we die of a broken heart? What happens in our bodies as we grieve; how do our coping behaviors affect our physical health, immunity, and even cognition? While we may be more familiar with psychological and emotional ramification…
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243. Thor Hanson: The Wonders of Nature Just Outside Your Door
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1:03:20The routines of modern life can often cause us to fall out of touch with our surroundings. But reconnecting with our world can go much further than just stopping to smell the roses – and without having to travel very far at all. In his newest book Close to Home: The Wonders of Nature Just Outside Your Door, conservation biologist Thor Hanson encour…
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In the 51st episode of our series Arthur and John find themselves at the end of their journey. With their friends no longer around them and the dim light of the dying fire their only comfort one must question if they have the will to press on... If you're a fan of this show, please consider supporting on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheINVICT…
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In this, the 50th episode of our tale John & Arthur find themselves with a group of unlikely companions. Armed with little knowledge and the weight of failure on their shoulders, they must find the strength to push forward into the unknown one last time. Support the show now at https://www.patreon.com/TheINVICTUSStream Hosted on Acast. See acast.co…
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242. Psychedelic Salon with April Pride: Psychedelics for Creativity
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1:09:45Have you wondered how psychedelics are being intentionally used by artists, writers, musicians, and other creatives to push the boundaries of their craft? This session kicks off our new series, Psychedelic Salon, with a panel of esteemed Seattle artists who will discuss the role of psychedelics in Seattle’s countercultural movements and how they in…
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In the 49th Part of our tale we find Arthur & John trapped in a Castle with a murderer. With suspects all around, it's anyone's guess who is next... Support the show now at https://www.patreon.com/TheINVICTUSStream Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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241. Gary F. Marcus with Ted Chiang How to Make AI Work for Us (And Not the Other Way Around)
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1:26:17Artificial intelligence is an actively surging field in today’s digital landscape, and as each new AI interface reaches the public it throws into sharper resolution that all the big tech players are getting involved. And quickly. But where are the roots of this rapidly expanding industry’s interests? How does AI impact individuals, established indu…
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In the 48th episode of Malevolent, Arthur & John finally arrive at Castle Kerringford. What lay within is unknown and despite being closer than ever to their goal, they find themselves in the most dangerous of places. As Arthur's illness worsens, John must step up and take charge of the situation. With allies nowhere to be seen and the potential fo…
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240. Amorina Kingdon: Sing Like Fish – How Sound Rules Life Underwater
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1:03:14The ocean has proven endlessly mysterious and fascinating to all manner of people across the globe, but for centuries true knowledge of the depths was simply out of reach. As modern technologies advance, science has debunked much once held to be true – including the idea of the “silent world” of the ocean. What was once thought to be a muffled mari…
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In the 47th Part of Malevolent; John, Arthur & Yorick stumble upon the final piece needed for whatever Yorick plans to create with the Hag's hand. Arthur must decide whether he honours Yorick's request or puts a stop to the creation of an unknown and strange artifact... Support Malevolent today at https://www.patreon.com/TheINVICTUSStream Hosted on…
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239. Lynne Peeples with Bill Radke: Shining New Light on Our Rest and Routines
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1:02:00Whether it’s staying up late in front of the screens or waking up before dawn for that early morning flight – it’s easy to tell when something big has thrown off our routines. But what about the little things that add up over the course of a day, a week, or our lives overall? How do small adjustments to our daily practices affect our long-term rela…
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In Part 46, "The Unclean," Arthur and John wake from where they rested by the fire to find strange lights luring them toward the woods. The strange glow seems to call to them from beyond the edge of the woods but as the night carries on and the encounter grows stranger, they must confront their deepest fears and question whether or not they are str…
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238. Aram Sinnreich and Jesse Gilbert with Daniela Rosner: The Secret Life of Data
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1:16:05With tech giants such as Microsoft and Amazon, Seattle will be instrumental in the future of data and its effects on society. What are the long-term consequences of humanity’s recent rush toward digitizing, storing, and analyzing every piece of data about ourselves and the world we live in? How will data surveillance, digital forensics, and AI pose…
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May 5: Jonathan Harker arrives at Castle Dracula. This episode references the racist pseudoscience of craniometry. Transcript here. This episode featured: Ben Galpin as Jonathan Harker; Sivan Raz as the Hungarian Man and additional voices; Mihai Matei as the driver and additional voices; Madi Opincaru as the German-speaking traveler and additional …
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237. Lawrence Ingrassia with Robert Merry: A Lethal Legacy — Genetic Predisposition to Cancer
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1:02:45One instance of grief can be difficult enough to cope with, but for Lawrence Ingrassia, losing multiple family members was not only devastating but perplexing. Typical discussions surrounding inheritance may include heirlooms or estates — not rare tumors in the cheeks of toddlers, as was the case for Ingrassia’s two-year-old nephew. After he lost h…
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236. Zoë Schlanger with Brooke Jarvis: The Light Eaters
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1:03:54Did you know that plants can hear sounds? And have a social life? Science writer Zoë Schlanger shares even more remarkable plant talents in her latest book, The Light Eaters, illustrating the tremendous biological creativity it takes to be a plant. To survive and thrive while rooted in a single spot, plants have adapted ingenious methods of surviva…
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Welcome to Millbridge, Arizona—a town built on the fortunes of the Mumford family, now facing the slow decline of its once-thriving mine. Dr. Peter Mumford, the town's beloved physician, struggles to maintain a semblance of normalcy as he carries the weight of his family’s dark secrets. As Peter goes about his day, we’re introduced to the deep ties…
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The fallout from the reporter’s investigation continues to ripple through Millbridge, as tensions rise and secrets begin to unravel. Dr. Peter Mumford grapples with the consequences of the reporter’s probing questions and takes matters into his own hands. As he starts to investigate the journalist, Peter uncovers disturbing clues that suggest the r…
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In Part 45, 'The Fire' Arthur, John and Yorick seek a place to rest for the night as they travel through the woods. After a short detour they encounter a village and bed down for the night. In the warm glow of the firelight, they are met with memory and regret until an unexpected event causes them to change their plans for the evening. What follows…
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235. Elaine Lin Hering with Ruchika Tulshyan: Learning to Speak Up in a World That Wants You to Stay Quiet
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59:16Can you think of occasions where you wanted to say something, but couldn’t? Perhaps you stopped yourself out of fear, or due to outside pressures. Having a seat at the table doesn’t necessarily mean that your voice is welcome. A new book is aiming to examine the influence of silence and offer ways that we can begin to dismantle it to find our voice…
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234. Anjali Nayar and Dr. Sean Gibbons: Hack Your Health — The Secrets of Your Gut
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57:37Your gut microbiome consists of trillions of microbiota and is a critical health determinant, affecting your immune system, mood, energy level, and much more. As a scientific field, microbiome research is new to the scene, but the intricate relationship between our gut and our overall health is clear – and getting clearer. In April, Netflix started…
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233. Sabrina Sholts with Dr. Julianne Meisner: Pandemics and Human Potential
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1:12:45The very fact of being human makes us vulnerable to pandemics, but it also gives us the power to save ourselves. The COVID-19 pandemic most likely won’t be our last—that is the uncomfortable but all-too-timely message of Sabrina Sholts’ new book, The Human Disease. Traveling through history and around the globe to examine how and why pandemics are …
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In the 44th part of our tale Arthur is brought back from death thanks to John and Yorick. Though reunited, the trio must find a way out of the Hag's Den. Though she may be gone, her magic lingers and the path forward is murky at best. Tricks, traps & obstacles of all shapes and sizes lay between Arthur and his freedom but can he manage a way out be…
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232. Dori Gillam and Mack McCoy: Hello Old Lovers Wherever You Are!
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57:47Can you find lifelong love with an AARP card in your wallet? Dori (72) and Mack (69) did, and they’ve got a lot to say on the subject! Join them for a candid chat where they dish on discovering love later in life. Balancing time for each other, family, friends, and furry companions? Yep. Talking about merging households? Yep. Starting a family? Pro…
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