Best Siraj Podcasts (2025)

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ep. 264 siraj 47:16

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24d ago47:16

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#themaniacalmenace sita with the sharply dresses author, entrepreneur, host of the artist Access show, siraj rich god @sirajrichgod. Siraj and I chop it up, we get into his thoughts and philosophies, and his deep ideas for his new book that he just published. Awesome people, great conversations as usual. Tune in, enjoy, tell somebody to tell somebo…

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ep. 267 dc paul: oh so new orleans 56:10

2d ago56:10

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#themaniacalmenace sits with my comedy brother, the comedian, poet, a modern day renaissance man, the millennial Arsenio himself, DC Paul @whoisdpaul. DC and I catch up on some young funny business, we check in to see how the man with many looks, juggles it all. We also can't forget, what makes DC oh so New Orleans, come take the tour with us, such…

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ep. 265 khalid: poetic theory 57:38

9d ago57:38

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#themaniacalmenace sits with the man, the farther, the legend, the battle tested word-smith prepared for any slam, Khalid @aspokenwordartist Khalid and I talk poetry, slams, the art form of poetry. We really dig into the craft of writing, how to create the perfect piece. Backstories and secrets in the court yard of Avant garden, on a WAN poetry nig…

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Herbal support during pregnancy: Guidance on safety with herbalists Eve Brazil and Simon Mills 53:19

15d ago53:19

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Herbal support during pregnancy: Guidance on safety with herbalists Eve Brazil and Simon Mills. In this episode of Herbcast, editor and first-time host Eve sits down with veteran herbal practitioner, educator, and author Simon Mills to explore one of the most sensitive and deeply important topics in herbal care: using herbs safely during pregnancy.…

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ep. 265 tiff rough edges 1:07:30

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#themaniacalmenace sitd with the mother, the go getter, a poets poet, a spitter whose rawness is unmatched Tiffany @stiftif. Tiff and I have a lovely conversation , you get to see her softer side. We all have our vulnerabilities, no matter how strong we may be on the outside. Tiff is a woman on a mission, she's part of the culture, tap in, see what…

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Gambhir Situation for Indian Test Cricket as South Africa make India grovel at home 33:51

24d ago33:51

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India cricket, Test match, Gautam Gambhir, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, cricket analysis, team performance, coaching, player selection, ODISummaryIn this episode of the Edges and Sledges Cricket Podcast, DJ Chak and Varun discuss India's recent test match performance against South Africa, analyzing the team's selections, coaching strategies, and the …

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A Healthy Power Portal: Taking Control of Your Vaginal Health with herbalist Kathie Bishop 41:13

29d ago41:13

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In this episode of Herbcast, Marion Mackonochie talks with medical herbalist Kathie Bishop about vaginal health, why it’s so often overlooked, how the vaginal microbiome really works, and the herbal and holistic strategies that can make a difference. Kathie shares her personal story of recurrent thrush from childhood into her 30s, what finally help…

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ep. 263 Tj & Ebony 42:41

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#themaniacalmenace sits with some special guest, a tag team trio, minus the one. The duo of dynamics Tj & Ms. Ebony, with muffin in spirit. @tuwanajohnson @iamebonyangela8 Tj and Ms. Ebony are the embodiment of true friendship, the chemistry between these two is what all friends should strive for, longevity and consistency. Great people, amazing co…

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ep. 262 rahim zion: shape ups & deep cuts 52:35

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#themaniacalmenace sits with the an outstanding father, a poet, an entrepreneur out here literally running for the community Rahim Zion. The places we went in this discussion will make you rethink reality, take a good look at yourself and the world around you. It's always nice to be intrigued. Rahim is on a mission, and I'm a fan of his determinati…

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India Humbled at home by South Africa 34:09

1M ago34:09

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DJ and Ashwin get together this week to discuss the shocking and unexpected defeat of Team India by Temba Bavuma and South Africa. The World Test Champions, despite looking down and out at stumps on Day 2, managed to use their spinners to great effect and win by 30 runs. They discuss the pitch conditions and whether India went too far in favour of …

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ep. 261 Tyja: poetic therapy 1:02:50

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#themaniacalmenace sits with therapist, poet, amazing mom, someone I can genuinely call a friend Tyja @heart4kaiden. Tyja and I have a quaint session at her humble abode, from silly talk, to the serious breakdown of my psychological narcissim, or something of the sort, lol. I'm an open book, and she's an attentive friend, with therapeutic skills, t…

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India's Wicketkeeper Dilemma ahead of South Africa Tests 31:33

2M ago31:33

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Varun and Ashwin get together this week to talk about India's anti-climactic 2-1 victory over Australia in the T20 series, as 2 matches got completely rained out. With 10 games to go before the T20 World Cup, selection questions remain in the form of Harshit Rana vs. Arshdeep Singh, Shivam Dube vs. Hardik Pandya and what role Rinku Singh plays in t…

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Endometriosis Naturally: Herbs, Healing & Hormones with Claire Goulding 44:21

2M ago44:21

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In this episode of Herbcast, host Marion Mackonochie sits down with Claire Goulding, a medical herbalist and aromatherapist, to discuss the complexities of endometriosis and the natural ways to support those affected by this challenging condition. Claire shares her personal journey with endometriosis, revealing how her own experiences shaped her pa…

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ep. 260 momentous menace 50:11

2M ago50:11

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#themaniacalmenace menace moments, conversations about the hard hitting topics, straight business, but lazy casual, recliner talk. From cast to cast, I enjoy how far I've came, from the people and emotions, to the continuation of something I'm not quite sure what to call it, a wonderous wonderlust. Tune in, enjoy, tell somebody to tell somebody. #t…

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India are Cricket World Cup 2025 Champions! 32:27

2M ago32:27

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India's Women celebrate a historic day as they are crowned ICC World Cup Cricket CHAMPIONS for 2025! After a thrilling semi final victory over Australia, they came up on top against South Africa with some heroics from Shafali Varma, Deepti Sharma and the entire team. Join Ashwin and DJ to celebrate this momentous day and talk about all things regar…

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ep.260 Amir: Mr. Write about now 1:18:12

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#themaniacalmenace sits with a good friend, poet, a man whose ideas are on a grand scale, Mr. Write about now. Amir @eastdownandbrown. Amir and I get into the origin, where it all started. From family upbringings, the child of immigrants , to bringing up family. Amir has done so much for the Houston poetry community and artists themselves. Write ab…

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ep. 259 De De T: i cant take you silly 1:14:37

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#themaniacalmenace sits with the talented, the hilarious, one of my comedy besties Ms. What's hannin hoes DeDeT @de_de_t . From dates to relationships, life, comedy no topic is off limits when Dede and I are at the helm. We can help ourselves, it's seriously silly, all the way down to the people critiques. Lessons learned, laughs were had, play thi…

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Caring for Women with Cancer: How Herbs can Help with Herbalist Nadia Brydon 42:30

2M ago42:30

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In this episode of Herbcast, Nadia Brydon shares with Marion her extensive experience in holistic cancer care, stemming from her personal journey. She discusses the importance of nutrition, emotional support, and various healing modalities in supporting women with cancer. Nadia emphasises the role of hydration, particularly through smoothies and ju…

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ep. 258 Tella: I been at this 51:03

2M ago51:03

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#themaniacalmenace sits with the talented mother, the poetess that speaks for the ancestors, Tella @tella_tella1 she been doing this. Tella and I start from the beginning, the origin. What poetry means to her, life struggles, and how she navigates the emotions. Tellas' message is powerful in a poetic package. Tune in, enjoy, Tella friend to Tella f…

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ep. 257 Blacksnow: ballads from the og 39:16

3M ago39:16

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Shubman Gill is new ODI Captain as India defeat West Indies in the first test 31:30

3M ago31:30

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DJ and Ashwin get together this week to talk about some breaking news from the Indian Men's cricket world - Shubman Gill is the new ODI captain, and Rohit Sharma is out. While Rohit and Virat are still in the ODI squad for Australia, with one eye on the 2027 World Cup, will they keep their spots for the next 2 years? They also talk about India's cr…

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ep. 256 blkswan: cougarville 47:48

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#themaniacalmenace sits the talented, the beautiful, a woman's woman. The most highly spoken of poet/ "cougar" on tour, Blk Swan! @blkswanpoetry. In the midst of her cougarville tour (cougarville.com) Blk Swan and I talk poetry, the origin of Blk Swan. Why she does what she does. Blk Swan, the pure personification of what it means to be grown and s…

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Navigating Complex Conditions in Practice with Simon Mills and Dr Christopher Etheridge 53:20

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In this episode, Simon Mills engages in a deep conversation with long-time collaborator Chris Etheridge, about the intricacies of herbal medicine and its application in clinical practice. With over two decades of experience, Chris shares his journey into herbalism, inspired by cherished memories of his grandmother's herb garden and a lifelong passi…

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India crush Pakistan 3-0 to win their ninth Asia Cup 34:58

3M ago34:58

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DJ and Ashwin wrap the dramatic #IndvPak final and discuss the highs and lows of a controversial #AsiaCup2025By Edges & Sledges

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Ancient Wisdom for Modern Fertility: Chinese Herbal Approaches with Naava Carman 49:17

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Ancient Wisdom for Modern Fertility: Chinese Herbal Approaches In this episode of Herbcast, we hear the nuances of Traditional Chinese Medicine and how it intersects with modern biomedical practices and women’s health, particularly in the context of pregnancy and fertility challenges. Today’s guest is Naava Carman, traditional Chinese medicine prac…

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ep. 255 Roro be sanging 1:19:29

3M ago1:19:29

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#themaniacalmenace sits with ever evolving artist, promoter , phenomenal show host, Roro @roro_bsanging and she be sanging. Roro and I catch up on things, we get into all that is Roro, from her promotions, to her accessories , and her album "Just venting" which you can find on all platforms. The conversation was a joy, get to know more of Roro. Als…

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ep. 254 isaac kozell: handyman tales 1:56:24

3M ago1:56:24

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#themaniacalmenace with a good friend, comedian, all around handiest of handymen Isaac Kozell, @theisaackozell. Isaac and I talk about grown folks business, you know that handyman talk. Stories of past escapades, new endeavors, as we enjoy a refreshing beverage, in his hand built rustic horse barn. We outchea on the porch talking bout vitamins and …

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A healthy herbal pregnancy the Ayurvedic way with Kate Siraj 44:49

4M ago44:49

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In this episode of Herbcast, host Marion Mackonochie engages in a fascinating discussion with Ayurvedic practitioner Kate Siraj about embracing a healthy herbal pregnancy through the lens of Ayurveda. Ayurvedic Practitioner, Shadow Work Facilitator and co-founder of The Ayurveda Academy, Kate Siraj is a fully qualified Ayurvedic Practitioner (BSc A…

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The Asia Cup 2025 Preview! 32:14

4M ago32:14

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In this week's episode Ashwin and Varun come together to preview the 2025 Asia Cup T20I tournament that kicks off in the UAE on September 9th, 2025. They talk about the conditions in the UAE, recent form for all the sides, and then preview the expected playing 11 for Team India. Will Samson retain his spot in the XI, or will Jitesh get a very well-…