Best Strings Unraveled Podcasts (2025)

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Book Club: On Stranger Tides by Tim Powers 1:13:44

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On Stranger Tides by Tim Powers https://www.amazon.com/Stranger-Tides-Tim-Powers/dp/006209453X Email Us: [email protected] Follow Us on Instagram: @stringsunraveledpodcast Anne: @anneland22 Kaity: @kaitycreates Karin: @knitspinner805By Strings Unraveled

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Empire of String: Unraveling the Enigma of Inka Khipus 8:17

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The Inka Empire, the largest in the pre-Columbian Americas, is renowned for its impressive engineering feats, including an extensive road network and monumental architecture. Although the Inkas did not have a traditional writing system, they recorded information using a unique method: khipus. These knotted cords were essential tools for communicati…

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Living Tombs: Toward a Fluid Understanding of Architectural Space 7:00

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2025 Harvard Horizons Scholar Sergio Alarcón Robledo explores ancient Egyptian architecture through an interdisciplinary approach that sits at the crossroads of archaeology, Egyptology, and architecture. By inquiring about the sensorial experiences of the past, the PhD student in Near Eastern languages and civilizations at the Harvard Kenneth C. Gr…

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Atlanta Braves hoping to make the most over final few weeks of challenging season 1:05:09

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The Atlanta Braves continue to battle the injury issues that have plagued them all season, but have at least seen some encouraging results in the month of August.Grant McAuley breaks down the stories of the week for the Braves, who finished off a 3-3 home stand and now get set for a 10-game road trip. While Chris Sale is readying to return to the B…

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Can the Atlanta Braves finish with a flourish? 1:26:39

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The Atlanta Braves have suddenly started scoring runs. The result has been a run of success and their longest winning streak of the season. Grant McAuley discusses some of the reasons why the Braves are finding some late-season success. There is no hotter hitter in the National League than Michael Harris II, but just how good has he been? On the fl…

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Atlanta Braves Attempting to Make the Most of a Bad Season 1:27:23

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The Atlanta Braves may not be able to climb out of the hole they've dug and make a run this season, but there are still boxes to check before the end of September.Grant McAuley delves into what the Braves can focus on over the final 7 weeks of the season. From getting some key players healthy and back on the field, including Chris Sale and Ronald A…

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Episode 85: The Penultimate Episode 1:05:09

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Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/stringsunraveled Email Us: [email protected] Follow Us on Instagram @stringunraveledpodcast Kaity: @kaitycreates Anne: @anneland22 Karin: @knitspinner805By Strings Unraveled

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After Quiet Trade Deadline, Atlanta Braves Prepare to Play Out The String 1:28:57

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The Atlanta Braves stood idly by at the Trade Deadline. Though they had some chips, the team opted to hold and prepare instead to close out 2025 and reassess this winter.Grant McAuley discusses the lack of movement for Atlanta at the deadline, the onus it places on the winter, and a host of other topics from the week that was – including injuries s…

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Embracing Twilight: Older Women Poets of the Slavic World and the Unfurling of Their Voices 7:22

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The figure of the young, tragic male poet has long dominated cultural narratives about artistic brilliance and early death. But what if poetic genius deepens, rather than fades, with age? In this talk given at the 2025 Harvard Horizons Symposium, Slavic languages and literatures PhD candidate and Harvard Horizons Scholar Alex Braslavsky explores th…

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As their season unravels, the Atlanta Braves face serious questions about the future 1:24:45

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After falling further out of the race following a string of series losses to open the second half, the Atlanta Braves are on track for a 90-loss season.Grant McAuley discusses the continued struggles of the team, the underperformance from the lineup, the crippling injuries to the starting rotation, and a bullpen that is buckling under the pressure …

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Book Club: Never Whistle at Night 1:19:03

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Never Whistle at Night https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/707468/never-whistle-at-night-by-shane-hawk-and-theodore-c-van-alst-jr-editors/ Our Next Book: On Stranger Tides by Tim Powers https://www.amazon.com/Stranger-Tides-Tim-Powers/dp/006209453X Email Us: [email protected] Follow Us on Instagram: @stringsunraveledpodcast Anne: @ann…

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Pitfalls of Anthropomorphism: Misunderstanding AI’s Potential 8:23

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Raphaël Raux's 2025 Harvard Horizon project, "Human Learning about AI," conducted in collaboration with fellow PhD student Bnaya Dreyfuss, explores how people often assume AI thinks like a human, which can lead to confusion about what these systems can and can’t do. As a PhD candidate in economics at Harvard, Raux studies the complex relationship b…

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Unpacking a season of discontent and the MLB Draft for the Atlanta Braves 1:28:37

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The Atlanta Braves unfortunately picked up right where they left off, opening the second half with a disappointing series loss to the New York Yankees. Grant McAuley sizes up where the Braves find themselves after stumbling to start the second half, the unusual place the club finds itself in as the trade deadline approaches, some signs of life for …

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It's already last stand time for the 2025 Atlanta Braves 1:26:21

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The Atlanta Braves find themselves in yet another tailspin after being swept at home by the Baltimore Orioles, but this bender might just spell the end of their hopes of turning their season around with ample time to dig out of the hole they find themselves in.Grant McAuley discusses yet another challenging week as the series losses are once again …

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Law versus Democracy: Why Courts Defend or Undermine Democracy in Israel, Turkey, and Beyond 9:55

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As a PhD candidate in government at Harvard's Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, 2025 Harvard Horizons Scholar Andrew O'Donohue explores the complexities of democratic resilience in his project, "Law versus Democracy: Why Courts Defend or Undermine Democracy in Turkey, Israel, and Beyond." His research delves into the varying …

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Karen Salmansohn – Your to Die for Life: Maximizing Joy, Minimizing Regret 55:08

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Episode Overview In this inspiring episode, Steve Stein sits down with acclaimed author and mindset expert Karen Salmansohn for an in-depth conversation about her upcoming book, “Year to Die for Life: How to Maximize Joy and Minimize Regret Before Your Time Runs Out.” Karen and Steve explore how mortality awareness can catalyze a life well-lived, w…

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Designed Divide: The Cost of Being a Minority in America 45:56

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In this powerful episode of Mind Tapped, we dive into the carefully constructed experience of being a racial minority in America. From economic hardship to healthcare disparity, from generational racism to income inequality — we examine how today’s racial climate isn’t just a symptom of the past, but a system that’s actively maintained. We unpack t…

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Episode 84: Finding the Mojo 58:49

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Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/stringsunraveled Email Us: [email protected] Follow Us on Instagram @stringunraveledpodcast Kaity: @kaitycreates Anne: @anneland22 Karin: @knitspinner805By Strings Unraveled

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Half way home, Atlanta Braves still struggling to build momentum 1:27:42

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The Atlanta Braves passed the mathematical halfway point over the weekend, but it was in the midst of yet another winnable series slipping through their collective fingers.Grant McAuley discusses the biggest stories and headlines from the week that was for the Braves, a week that saw them lose the momentum they'd worked so hard to build with head-t…

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Are the Atlanta Braves on the brink? The next week could seal their fate 1:34:06

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The Atlanta Braves took a significant step toward turning their season around by sweeping the New York Mets only to stumble in a series loss to the Miami Marlins over the weekend and receive crushing injury news on ace Chris Sale.With another showdown with the Mets beginning Monday and a series with the Philadelphia Phillies to follow, can the Brav…

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Sappho Lost and Found: Reading Sappho in the Renaissance 8:56

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2025 Harvard Horizons Scholar Katherine Horgan explores the legacy of the ancient Greek poet Sappho in her project, "Living Sappho: Imitation, Imagination, and Revivification in Early Modern England." A PhD student in English at Harvard's Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, Horgan delves into the complex interplay between Sapph…

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Book Club: Under the Eye of the Big Bird 1:31:42

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Under the Eye of the Big Bird by Hiromi Kawakami https://softskull.com/books/under-the-eye-of-the-big-bird/ Our Next Book: Never Whistle at Night https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/707468/never-whistle-at-night-by-shane-hawk-and-theodore-c-van-alst-jr-editors/ Email Us: [email protected] Follow Us on Instagram: @stringsunraveledpodca…

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Two weeks that could define the Atlanta Braves' season are ahead 1:19:04

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While the Atlanta Braves have won back-to-back series, the stretch of baseball to close the month of June could go a long way toward telling the tale of their season.Grant McAuley discusses the recent happenings for the Braves, who finally snapped a streak of six consecutive series losses but now face their biggest challenge -- seven games with the…

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It seems the spiraling Atlanta Braves can't win for losing 1:27:29

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The Atlanta Braves' challenging season took another turn for the worst as their offense continues to struggle to find consistency and the one-run losses are piling up at an alarming pace.Grant McAuley discusses a strange and unfortunate week for the Braves that saw them suffer one of their worst losses in franchise history amidst a string of close …

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Episode 83: Battling Bugs & Baking Bread 1:18:53

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Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/stringsunraveled Email Us: [email protected] Visit our Website: www.stringsandthingsstudio.com Follow Us on Instagram: @stringunraveledpodcast Kaity: @kaitycreates Anne: @anneland22 Karin: @knitspinner805By Strings Unraveled

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How Your Neighbors Shape Your Politics 26:45

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We hate each other more than we used to, at least where politics is concerned. Measures of effective polarization, the animosity that Democrats have for Republicans and vice versa, have increased dramatically since the 1990s, according to a 2021 study by political scientists James Druckman and Jeremy Levy. Moreover, the most polarized folks are the…

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"Faith and Fear: The Power, Politics, and Problems Within Religion" 1:01:49

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Is your faith freeing you — or controlling you? In this eye-opening episode, we break down the complex machinery of religion: how it’s used to inspire, but also to instill fear, shame, and silence. From the manipulation behind the pulpit to the billions in church wealth, from charismatic leaders to the hidden costs of celibacy in the Catholic Churc…

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Can the Atlanta Braves' turn their May daze into a June boom? 1:24:25

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After showing signs of life when the month began, the Atlanta Braves hit the skids and dropped in the standings as the month of May came to a close. Even with superstar Ronald Acuña Jr. and ace righty Spencer Strider back, the club has been unable to maintain its momentum and is once again scratching and clawing for wins after dropping back below .…

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Will the return of Ronald Acuña Jr. spark the Atlanta Braves? 1:27:38

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With Ronald Acuña Jr. back in action, the Atlanta Braves are hoping they are primed to finally take off in 2025.Grant McAuley discusses a busy yet disappointing week for the club, which despite getting both Acuña and Spencer Strider back, was handed back-to-back series losses by the Washington Nationals and San Diego Padres. We'll dive into the tre…

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Tackling the Global Youth Mental Health Challenge: Lessons from Psychotherapy Research in Kenya 7:41

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2025 Harvard Horizons Scholar Katherine Venturo-Conerly is on a mission to revolutionize access to effective mental health care—particularly for young people. Her research project, "Tackling the Global Youth Mental Health Challenge: Lessons from Psychotherapy Research in Kenya," focuses on creating and implementing effective, accessible mental heal…

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Book Club: Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix 1:08:22

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Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix https://www.gradyhendrix.com/witchcraft Our Next Book: Under the Eye of the Big Bird by Hiromi Kawakami https://softskull.com/books/under-the-eye-of-the-big-bird/ Email Us: [email protected] Follow Us on Instagram: @stringsunraveledpodcast Anne: @anneland22 Kaity: @kaitycreates Karin: @knitspin…

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With reinforcements inbound, are the Atlanta Braves ready to go on a run? 1:25:38

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As they continue to win series, the Atlanta Braves are building some steady momentum as they prepare to welcome back a pair of star players very soon.Grant McAuley discusses the recent goings on for the Braves, the sustained winning, the key performers, and the impending returns of Spencer Strider and Ronald Acuña Jr., both of whom could make a pro…

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Atlanta Braves still experiencing the highs and lows of a roller coaster season 1:27:28

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A disappointing weekend for the Atlanta Braves saw their quest to reach .500 denied yet again. That mirrors the club's struggle to find consistency at the plate and rise in the standings.Grant McAuley discusses the week that was for the Atlanta Braves, who are getting the pitching and defense they need but still searching for runs on an almost dail…

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Episode 82: It's Gonna Be May 1:06:01

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Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/stringsunraveled Email Us: [email protected] Visit our Website: www.stringsandthingsstudio.com Follow Us on Instagram: @stringunraveledpodcast Kaity: @kaitycreates Anne: @anneland22 Karin: @knitspinner805By Strings Unraveled

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How the Problems of Home Pierce the College Bubble 33:19

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The US Supreme Court’s 2023 ruling in Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard made it illegal for colleges and universities to use race as a factor in choosing their incoming classes. As a result, schools are working harder than ever to recruit and admit first-generation and lower-income applicants to preserve the diversity of their student bodies.…

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Picking up steam, Atlanta Braves finally playing a better brand of baseball 1:21:27

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With three consecutive series wins. the Atlanta Braves are finally starting to put some things together after a slow start to the 2025 season.Grant McAuley covers the week that was for the Braves, the offensive surge that is powering a strong run for the club., some key contributors to that effort -- including at least one surprising name, and some…

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Did the Atlanta Braves finally get right with a well-rounded weekend sweep? 1:27:13

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The Atlanta Braves suffered through a disappointing road trip only to return to Truist Park and complete a sweep of the Minnesota Twins over the weekend. Is that enough to swing the momentum after a slow start to the season?Grant McAuley recaps the week that was for the Braves, an eventful week that included the return of Spencer Strider, some long…

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Book Club: Get a Life, Chloe Brown 53:32

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Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbard https://www.taliahibbert.com/get-a-life-chloe-brown Our Next Book: Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix https://www.gradyhendrix.com/witchcraft Email Us: [email protected] Follow Us on Instagram: @stringsunraveledpodcast Anne: @anneland22 Kaity: @kaitycreates Karin: @knitspinner805…

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With the Atlanta Braves still scuffling, a pair of key returns supply much needed hope 1:24:05

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The Atlanta Braves won some games and showed some signs of life this week, but their collective woes at the plate remain a stumbling block in the early going.Grant McAuley breaks down an eventful week for the Braves that was filled with both highs and lows. Some dramatic comeback wins and a series victory over the Philadelphia Phillies provided a g…

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Atlanta Braves still searching for answers and results as rough start continues 1:24:17

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It was another week of struggles for the Atlanta Braves, who came home from a seven-game road trip with no wins to show for it and are still searching for answers at the plate.Grant McAuley delves into the reasons for the struggles, which are many, as well some big losses beyond the box score for the Braves. Left fielder Jurickson Profar was slappe…

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A Step Closer to Personalized Medicine 20:06

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Imagine your doctor could precisely predict your personal risk of disease, diagnose the cause of illness with pinpoint accuracy when it did occur, and develop an effective treatment plan with low side effects the first time, rather than through trial and error. That's the promise of personalized medicine. And it would be a revolution in healthcare.…

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Episode 81: Back in the Studio 1:26:57

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Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/stringsunraveled Email Us: [email protected] Visit our Website: www.stringsandthingsstudio.com Follow Us on Instagram: @stringunraveledpodcast Kaity: @kaitycreates Anne: @anneland22 Karin: @knitspinner805By Strings Unraveled

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"Strings of Fear: How Control Shapes Our Choices" 41:33

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Who’s really pulling the strings? Puppeteers of the Mind dives deep into the hidden forces shaping our thoughts, fears, and decisions. From corporations and media to social structures and psychological conditioning, this podcast unravels how manipulation keeps us in a cycle of obedience, consumption, and fear-based choices. Join us as we expose the…

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The Atlanta Braves stumbled out of the gates, but can they turn it around quickly? 1:24:12

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The 2025 season is off and running, but the Atlanta Braves stumbled in their opening series against the San Diego Padres, thanks in large part to lackluster offense.Grant McAuley discusses the frustrating early returns for the Braves, the eerily familiar feeling for the offense with runners on base, some bullpen growing pains, the potential impact …

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Atlanta Braves Spring Training Special No. 2 - Previewing the Pitching Staff 42:24

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The Atlanta Braves are closing in on Opening Day 2025 seeking to reclaim their crown in the National League East and find October success. With an offense that could be one of the best in baseball, can the pitching staff provide an encore for its incredible 2024 campaign?Grant McAuley sizes up Atlanta pitching staff and shares some exclusive interv…

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Book Club: The Parable of the Sower 1:54:38

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The Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler https://www.octaviabutler.com/parableseries Our Next Book: Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbard https://www.taliahibbert.com/get-a-life-chloe-brown Email Us: [email protected] Visit our Website: www.stringsandthingsstudio.com Follow Us on Instagram: @stringsunraveledpodcast Anne: @anneland2…

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Atlanta Braves Spring Training Special - Sizing up the offense for 2025 39:45

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The Atlanta Braves are looking to accomplish big things in 2025. To do so, they are hoping to have health on their side and some key players back in the saddle this season.Grant McAuley takes a look at the Atlanta offense and shares some exclusive interviews from Braves Spring Training in North Port, Fla. You'll hear from All-Star third baseman Aus…

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A Cheaper Way to Make Drugs? 16:55

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The cost of prescription drugs is high—particularly in the US where consumers pay nearly three times more than those in 33 other nations in the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. One factor in prices is fluorination, which plays a crucial role in the production of many widely-used pharmaceuticals. Driven by the high cost of reag…

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Episode 80: We March On! 1:14:28

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Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/stringsunraveled Email Us: [email protected] Visit our Website: www.stringsandthingsstudio.com Follow Us on Instagram: @stringsandthingsstudio Kaity: @kaitycreates Anne: @anneland22 Karin: @knitspinner805By Strings Unraveled