Best Shop Stool Podcasts (2025)

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437: ‘A Naughty Citizen’, With Quinn Nelson 2:28:52

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Special guest Quinn Nelson returns for a two-topic holiday spectacular: the iPad in the wake of iPadOS 26, and Apple's executive changes as Tim Cook seemingly nears the end of his time as CEO. Sponsored by: Notion: The AI workspace where teams and AI agents get more done together. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain…

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436: ‘Financial Boner’, With Tyler Hayes 1:35:52

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Special guest: Tyler Hayes. Topics include how to get a small phone today, which way foldables should fold, the state of Apple TV (including its new “sonic logo”), and some holiday gift gadget recommendations. Sponsored by: Clic for Sonos: No lag. No hassle. Just Clic. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code …

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435: ‘Lincoln Bio Services’, With Stephen Robles 1:18:41

1M ago1:18:41

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Special guest Stephen Robles joins the show. Topics include indie media and YouTube, Shortcuts and automation, and the state of podcasting. Sponsored by: Uncommon Goods: Out of the ordinary gifts, great for the holidays. Save 15% off your next purchase after following that link. Transcripts: Unofficial but surprisingly good. Links: Stephen goes ind…

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Who makes money from asylum seekers, Immigration and more . . . 48:35

1M ago48:35

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A really mixed collection with Who makes money from asylum seekers, Immigration, Shabana Mahmoud on new Immigration rules, Corruption in Ukraine?

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434: ‘Knee-Jerk Contrarian’, With Dan Frommer 1:54:02

1M ago1:54:02

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Special guest Dan Frommer returns to the show. Topics include the indie media business, the iPhone Pocket, the iPhone Air (including rumors about the second generation model), AI “personalities”, and five years of Apple Silicon Macs. Also, six years of Dan’s site, The New Consumer. Sponsored by: Factor: Healthy eating, made easy. Get 50% off your f…

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433: ‘Meat Bags’, With Brian Mueller 1:27:40

2M ago1:27:40

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Special guest Brian Mueller, developer of Carrot Weather, joins the show to commemorate the 10th anniversary of his utterly ridiculous but totally serious weather app. Sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code talkshow. Uncommon Goods: Out of the ordinary gifts. Get 15% off your next purchase. Tra…

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432: ‘You and Frank Sinatra’, With Dan Moren 2:08:39

2M ago2:08:39

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Dan Moren returns to the show. Topics include Atlas, ChatGPT's new web browser (or anti-web browser) for the Mac; Apple's loss in a "landmark" regulatory lawsuit in the UK regarding App Store commission rates; multiple reports of poor sales for the iPhone Air; and Apple's M5 product announcements: MacBook Pro, iPads Pro, and Vision Pro. Sponsored b…

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The Greens and Khan getting rinsed, the BBC exposed, what else could go wrong? 1:12:18

3M ago1:12:18

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The Greens getting rinsed, Khan justifiably criticised, the BBC exposed on an international level and Shabana Mahmood speaking sense, does she want to be the next PM? Everything that is wrong with Britain being exposed.

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431: ‘Iconic Pig Lipstick’, With John Moltz 1:13:04

3M ago1:13:04

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John Moltz returns to the show to talk about the iPhone 17 lineup: the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max, iPhone 17, and the no-number iPhone Air. Not one word about baseball, but some Star Wars talk may or may not have snuck in. Sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code talkshow. Sentry: A real-time erro…

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146. That's It For 2025 56:04

3M ago56:04

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Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). We’re all done for season 7, and the year. Have a good rest of the year and we’ll see you in 2026. If you would like to donate to …

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Starmer recognises Palestine as a State, Digital ID, Reform policies to stop welfare for migrants and more . . . 51:21

3M ago51:21

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Starmer recognises Palestine as a State, Digital ID, Reform policies to stop welfare for migrants and more . . . Host Ab Fab and Co Host Stats runs through current news of the day. #KeirStarmer #Labour #DigitalID #Palestine

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145. 6 Arms Are Better Than 1 ft LikeButter 53:10

4M ago53:10

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Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). This is our last guest for the season and who else deserved that spot more than Jem from LikeButter. He updates his story with us …

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430: ‘Ersatz PopSocket’, With Andru Edwards 2:18:29

4M ago2:18:29

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Special guest Andru Edwards joins the show. Topics include Google’s Pixel 10 event and the Pixel 10 family of devices, AI’s effect on computational photography, foldable phones, and some speculation on Apple’s September 9 “Awe Dropping” event. Sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code talkshow. Se…

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144. Robin Got A Frickin' Laser 54:02

4M ago54:02

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Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). As the title suggests. Bryan’s also got some bad news about the blackbird… If you would like to donate to the show you can find ou…

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S1.E5 Understanding the Keepers of Fate 19:26

4M ago19:26

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Alaric, Keeper of the Hearth, introduces Episode 5 of The DM's Cantrip, focusing on understanding the dice used in roleplaying games. He explains the purpose and common uses for each of the seven standard dice: the d20 (most common, for action outcomes), d12 (for heavy weapon damage), d10 (for heavy weapons/spells, with a second percentile d10 for …

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429: ‘Weird Turtle Fake Out’, With Matthew Panzarino 2:13:44

4M ago2:13:44

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Matthew Panzarino returns to the show. Topics include 007 logo creator Joe Caroff’s death at 103, Google’s weird “Made by Google” event hosted by Jimmy Fallon, the UK supposedly dropping its demand for an iCloud encryption backdoor, and Apple’s workaround for the Apple Watch blood oxygen sensor patent stalemate. Sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% …

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143. The Craziest Use Of A Byproduct ft Bolaji Teniola 45:13

4M ago45:13

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Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). We got to talk to acclaimed designer, Bolaji Teniola. He has some amazing designs, one of which is made from timber shavings. If y…

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S1.E4. What Do I Need to Buy? 22:24

4M ago22:24

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In this episode of The DM's Cantrip, Alaric the Keeper of the Hearth guides new players through the essential purchases for starting Dungeons & Dragons. He breaks down the three main entry points: the D&D Starter Set, the D&D Essentials Kit, and the Player's Handbook. Alaric recommends the Starter Set or Essentials Kit for newcomers wanting to play…

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Cheshire Matters Live 13.08.25 Tommy on Islam,Online Safety Act prohibited content for under 13yrs? a Stats Special and more . . . 51:08

5M ago51:08

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Yes we omitted segment on Tommy and the Aussies on last cast (in tonight), Tommy on Islam, Stats does a segment on Online Safety Laws, Met Police chasing cat callers and so much more . . .

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142. More Live Design 24:46

5M ago24:46

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Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). We do another live design session this episode, and catch up with what we’re up to. If you would like to donate to the show you ca…

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428: ‘Michigan-Starred Fine Dining’, With Louie Mantia 3:05:39

5M ago3:05:39

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Special guest Louie Mantia joins the show to talk about Liquid Glass, the various OS 26 updates, and the worrisome state of Apple’s UI design overall. Also: sandwiches. Sponsored by: Quip: A supercharged clipboard manager and text expander for Mac, iPhone, and iPad. Notion: The best AI tool for work, with your notes, docs, and projects in one space…

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S1.E3. The Three Pillars of Play 21:48

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This episode of The DMs Cantrip explores the three core activities that make up a Dungeons & Dragons game: Exploration, Social Interaction, and Combat, also known as the Three Pillars of Play. Host Alaric, Keeper of the Hearth, explains how these pillars—discovery and inquiry (Exploration), character expression and negotiation (Social Interaction),…

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S1.E2. The Holy Trinity: The Player, The DM, and The Dice 20:50

5M ago20:50

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This episode of The DM's Cantrip dives into the "Holy Trinity" of Dungeons & Dragons: The Player, The Dungeon Master, and The Dice. Host Alaric, Keeper of the Hearth, explains the unique role each plays in creating the collaborative storytelling experience. Learn how players shape their protagonists, how the DM builds and narrates the world (and is…

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S1.E1. What is D&D? 21:26

5M ago21:26

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Embark on your D&D journey with "The DMs Cantrip"! In this inaugural episode, join host Alaric, Keeper of the Hearth, as he demystifies Dungeons & Dragons. Discover its origins from historical wargaming in the 1970s, its resilience through the "Satanic Panic" of the 80s, and its modern resurgence under Wizards of the Coast, culminating in its globa…

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427: ‘The Shift-2 Crowd’, With Jason Snell 2:12:15

5M ago2:12:15

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Jason Snell returns to the show to talk about the early PC platform rivalries of the 1980s, iOS 26 leaks (and Apple suing YouTuber Jon Prosser), the various Apple OS 26 public betas and the state of Liquid Glass, and more. (Where by “more” I mean a little baseball and keyboard nerdery.) Sponsored by: Factor: Healthy eating, made easy. Get 50% off p…

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141. We're Building Doors! 33:58

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Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). Joey and Robin are thinking about doors and how to build them. If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more here.…

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140. Slow Down And Play ft Isabel Avendaño Hazbún 39:31

6M ago39:31

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Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). This week we have Isabel on the show to talk about her recent success and process as a designer and teacher at the VWA. If you wou…

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426: ‘The Cutting Edge Latest Supermodel’, With David Smith 2:12:15

6M ago2:12:15

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Special guest David Smith returns to the show for a developer's perspective look at WWDC 2025. Sponsored by: TRMNL: A hackable e-ink display. Save $15 with code GRUBER. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code talkshow. Transcripts: Unofficial but surprisingly good. Links: Michael Flarup's mockup for a MacOS 2…

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425: ‘Through the Wall Like Kool-Aid Man’, With Chance Miller 1:44:02

6M ago1:44:02

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Chance Miller returns to the show to discuss the news and announcements from WWDC 2025. Sponsored by: Factor: Healthy eating, made easy. Get 50% off plus free shipping on your first box with code talkshow50off. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code talkshow. BetterHelp: Give online therapy a try at BetterHe…

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CM 23.06.25 Attacks on Iran and the 'gimmigrants' in the UK. 1:12:16

6M ago1:12:16

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WE'RE BACK on Spotify once again with another livestream of your favourite 'digital' pub with discussions from the 'quirky' team, filled with satire, humour (and more than a dash of sarcasm) featuring your absolutely fabulous, amazingly brilliant, witty and ridiculously talented 'Ab Fab', the delicious, delightful and delovely digital pub landlord …

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CM Live 24.06.25 Pro Palestine Action Group to be proscribed! 30:02

6M ago30:02

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We are back on Spotify. We're proud to present yet another independent live recording this week featuring our new look Cheshire Matters. WE'RE BACK once again with your favourite 'digital' pub with discussions from the 'quirky three', filled with satire, humour (and more than a dash of sarcasm) featuring your absolutely fabulous, amazingly brillian…

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139. Joey's Got Some Work Finally....And It's A Lot 46:35

6M ago46:35

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Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). After weeks of no work, Joey finally has some jobs on the books. And it’s a lot of work, enough to keep a small army busy! If you …

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424: ‘Live From WWDC 2025’, With Joanna Stern and Nilay Patel 2:06:04

6M ago2:06:04

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Recorded in front of a live audience at The California Theatre in San Jose Tuesday evening, special guests Joanna Stern and Nilay Patel join me to discuss Apple’s announcements at WWDC 2025. Video: This show is available to watch in 4K video on YouTube. 3D video with spatial audio: Exclusively in Sandwich Vision's Theater on Vision Pro, available o…

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138. Banksia Boi ft Mark Lilly 50:05

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Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). We talk to Mark Lilly, the creator of one of the most unique chairs we’ve seen in ages. If you would like to donate to the show yo…

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423: ‘Sewing Machine Repair Shop’, With Patrick McGee 1:32:42

7M ago1:32:42

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Patrick McGee joins the show to discuss his must-read new book, Apple in China -- one of the best books about Apple anyone has ever written. Sponsored by: Factor: Healthy eating, made easy. Get 50% off plus free shipping on your first box. Notion: Your notes, docs, and projects in one space. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a websit…

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422: ‘A Monkey on a Rock’, With Stephen Hackett 2:14:46

7M ago2:14:46

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Stephen Hackett, proprietor of 512 Pixels and co-founder of Relay (purveyor of many fine podcasts), joins the show. Topics include: IO (or if you will, io), the new joint venture of OpenAI and Jony Ive’s LoveFrom; the sheer fantasy of “Made in America” iPhones; and Fortnite’s return to the US App Store. Sponsored by: WorkOS: The modern identity pla…

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137. Our First Realtime Design Session 51:51

7M ago51:51

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Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). We get into a few updates from Robin, mostly around client work. We also do a live, on screen design session for a quote that Robi…

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136. The YouTube Game ft Nick Pedulla 54:52

8M ago54:52

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Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). Ol’ mate Nick joined us again, this time getting into the weeds of his YouTube journey and process. If you would like to donate to…

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421: ‘The Ratchet of Flippancy’, With Craig Mod 1:53:11

8M ago1:53:11

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Craig Mod returns to the show to discuss his splendid new book, Things Become Other Things. Other topics include creating with AI tools (including programming), social media permanence vs. ephemerality, and more. Sponsored by: Dekáf Coffee Roasters: You won’t believe it’s decaf. That’s the point. 30% off with code: DF. Squarespace: Make your next m…

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Runcorn and Helsby By Election, Landlords bought by Labour to house migrants and more! 58:58

8M ago58:58

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We are proud to present yet another live recording this week featuring our new look for Season 21 of Cheshire Matters. WE'RE BACK once again with your favourite 'digital' pub with discussions from the 'quirky three', filled with satire, humour (and more than a dash of sarcasm) featuring your absolutely fabulous, amazingly brilliant, witty and ridic…

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135. Is the Industry Dying? 47:47

8M ago47:47

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Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). A light one this episode…is the industry dying? Let’s get into it! If you would like to donate to the show you can find out more h…

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Womens Rights, the Supreme Court ruling, Cost of Living, is the King supporting Islam? CM 21.04.25 49:13

8M ago49:13

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We are proud to present yet another live recording this week featuring our new look for Season 21 of Cheshire Matters. WE'RE BACK once again with your favourite 'digital' pub with discussions from the 'quirky three', filled with satire, humour (and more than a dash of sarcasm) featuring your absolutely fabulous, amazingly brilliant, witty and ridic…

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420: ‘The Best Hatched Plan’, With Glenn Fleishman 2:08:24

8M ago2:08:24

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Special guest Glenn Fleishman returns to the show for episode 420 on 4/20, but everyone’s sober, I swear. Topics include Trump’s dumb tariffs and Glenn’s smart new edition of his book Six Centuries of Type & Printing. Sponsored by: Squarespace: Make your next move. Use code talkshow for 10% off your first order. Notion: Try the powerful, easy-to-us…

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Livecast 14.04.25 - UK Steel, Prison attack and the Grooming Gang Scandal 1:01:45

9M ago1:01:45

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We are proud to present yet another live recording this week featuring our new look for Season 21 of Cheshire Matters. WE'RE BACK once again with your favourite 'digital' pub with discussions from the 'quirky three', filled with satire, humour (and more than a dash of sarcasm) featuring your absolutely fabulous, amazingly brilliant, witty and ridic…

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134. Welcome Back 1:08:53

9M ago1:08:53

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Welcome to season 7 of The Shop Stool Podcast, a podcast for woodworkers and the maker community in general. Hosted by Robin Lewis (RobinLewisMakes), Joey Chalk (King Post Timber Works), and Bryan Cush (Sawdust Bureau). Welcome back for season 7. It’s been a slow start to the year but we’re excited to be back on the show. If you would like to donat…

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Livecast 07.04.25 Trump tariffs and Starmer giving up globalism. 50:28

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We are proud to present yet another live recording this week featuring our new look for Season 21 of Cheshire Matters. WE'RE BACK once again with your favourite 'digital' pub with discussions from the 'quirky three', filled with satire, humour (and more than a dash of sarcasm) featuring your absolutely fabulous, amazingly brilliant, witty and ridic…

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Livecast 02.04.25 - Political suppression in Cheshire 35:33

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We are proud to present a live recording this week featuring our new look for Season 21 of Cheshire Matters. WE'RE BACK once again with your favourite 'digital' pub with discussions from the 'quirky three', filled with satire, humour (and more than a dash of sarcasm) featuring your absolutely fabulous, amazingly brilliant, witty and ridiculously ta…

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Recording of CM Livecast 01.04.25 'Tartan Truth Bombs' the truth about what's going on in Scotland. 42:03

9M ago42:03

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We are proud to present a live recording this week featuring our new look for Season 21 of Cheshire Matters. WE'RE BACK once again with your favourite 'digital' pub with discussions from the 'quirky three', filled with satire, humour (and more than a dash of sarcasm) featuring your absolutely fabulous, amazingly brilliant, witty and ridiculously ta…

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Cheshire Matters Livestream 31.03.25 amongst a roundup is King Charles still the defender of the faith? 47:37

9M ago47:37

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We are proud to present a live recording this week featuring our new look for Season 21 of Cheshire Matters. WE'RE BACK once again with your favourite 'digital' pub with discussions from the 'quirky three', filled with satire, humour (and more than a dash of sarcasm) featuring your absolutely fabulous, amazingly brilliant, witty and ridiculously ta…

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Livestream 25.03.25 featuring Reform's by Election in Runcorn and Helsby. 48:26

9M ago48:26

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We are proud to present a recording this week featuring our new look for Season 21 of Cheshire Matters. WE'RE BACK once again with your favourite 'digital' pub with discussions from the 'quirky three', filled with satire, humour (and more than a dash of sarcasm) featuring your absolutely fabulous, amazingly brilliant, witty and ridiculously talente…