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Voices of The Walrus

The Walrus Magazine

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Let us take you into the pages of the Walrus as a chorus of vibrant voices bring to life essays, fiction, poetry, illustrations and photography from some of Canada’s best writers and artists.
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Winner, "Outstanding Music Series", 2022 Canadian Podcast Awards. In this passion project of a podcast, longtime Hockey Night In Canada and TSN broadcaster (and Beatles expert!) Paul Romanuk chats with great Canadian music people about the greatest band in the history of pop music - The Beatles. Each episode will feature a different guest, who will dive into their favourite Beatles or Beatles solo album, track by track. Some of the biggest names in Canadian music tell their stories about dis ...
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BrainStuff

iHeartPodcasts

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Whether the topic is popcorn or particle physics, you can count on BrainStuff to explore -- and explain -- the everyday science in the world around us.
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Metaphorical Walrus Productions

Metaphorical Walrus Production

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We're Metaphorical Walrus Productions, and we make the Actual Play podcasts Westerns & Wagons, Monsters & Mysteries, and Skybound Card games! Support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/metaphoricalwalrusproductions, Follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/MetaphoricalP Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/MetaphoricalWalrusProductions Music for Westerns & Wagons provided by zircon, and you can find more of his music at www.zirconmusic.com! Unless otherwise noted in the episode description, all ...
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Need something new to talk about? Subscribe to the podcast that challenges the way you see everything in ten minutes or less. The Walrus Talks is a national event series that sparks conversations on the issues that matter most to Canadians. *The music in this podcast has been licensed and is called Intelligent Molecule by LexPremium. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Walrus & Philper

The Walrus & Philper

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The Walrus & Philper Show is a bit hard to explain, but please don't ask Philper to explain it, unless you have all day. Classic Rock & More says it best. Enjoy some rare cuts, good old fashioned fun (usually at Philper's expense) and light hearted banter, balanced with Classic Rock stories, music, interviews and information. Pull up an ear and enjoy!
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Welcome to Canadian Time Machine, a podcast series where each episode marks a key anniversary in Canadian history. This podcast draws connections between past and present, allowing everyone, from history buffs to new Canadians, to contextualize current events and foster critical thinking about the country's future. Transcripts are available for all episodes in English and French at https://thewalrus.ca/canadianheritage. The podcast receives funding from the Government of Canada and is create ...
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Walrus & Son

Make It Up Media

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A "Beatles and such" podcast with father and son. Hosted by Kevin Mantegna (a John Lennon impersonator) and Kyle Mantegna (a guy not in a Beatles-tribute band).
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This is "I Am The Walrus" that explores and shares the stories of a young boy growing up during the 1960s in the South. What could be call the most prolific decade in history has so many twist and turns that developed a young boy into a man...but not the one his Father thought he should be.
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The Adventure Zone

The McElroys

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Justin, Travis and Griffin McElroy from My Brother, My Brother and Me have recruited their dad Clint for a campaign of high adventure. Join the McElroys as they find their fortune and slay an unconscionable number of ... you know, kobolds or whatever in ... The Adventure Zone..
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Ologies → Smologies. It’s all of the science, with none of the swearing! Smologies are shortened, kid-friendly episodes of the award-winning science podcast, Ologies, which covers topics from Toads (Bufology) to the Moon (Selenology) and everything in between. Enjoy clean and witty bite-sized science delights as host Alie Ward asks Ologists of all kinds smart – and sometimes silly – questions. Get to know the charming and diverse array of experts who share not only their wisdom, but also the ...
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Political Science Theater 40K

Political Science Theater 40K

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Welcome to Political Science Theater 40,000! We are you home for deep, introspective looks into the characters and stories of the Warhammer 40,000, and how these stories relate to we, mere mortals. Lore Master: Walrus Aurelius(@walrus_aurelius) Inquisitor: Roscoe Jones(@roscovious)
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The Next 150

CBC Radio

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Youth leaders delve deep into what makes Canada… Canada. These speeches produced by the CBC and The Walrus Talks examine the values we hold dear and ask what we desire for the future of our country.
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The world is facing urgent, complicated problems. It has become clear in this generation-defining moment that to make the changes we need, we will have to use every tool at our disposal. But it's not a time to be overwhelmed. We need to face these issues head-on. So let's keep the question simple: What do we do tomorrow? Join host Hannah Sung and 6 Degrees as she asks this question to people with big ideas so bold, well, they just might work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i ...
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Taken North

Justin Bauer & Josefina Bentz

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Have you ever wondered what kind of people live in the northernmost city on the planet? Are they just explorers, scientists, or lost souls? Yes, and so much more! Each week we battle the ice and cold to take you, the listeners, to the north of the north where with the help of our guests we tackle topics and stories you would not hear anywhere in the south! Join us as we sit down with the folk of Longyearbyen and resolve all the curiosities of life in the Arctic.
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Let’s Talk About the Internet is a conversation about the future of the Internet in Canada. Through discussions with experts and thought leaders, Mohit Rajhans explores the complex issues that are impacting the digital lives of Canadians today and solutions for the challenges that lie ahead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Desmond Cole

Desmond Cole

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Desmond Cole is an award-winning freelance journalist in Toronto. He writes for Torontoist, The Walrus, NOW Magazine, VICE, Ethnic Aisle and The Tyee. Desmond is live every Sunday on Newstalk1010 from 3-4 p.m.
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Explode When Defeated

Explode When Defeated

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The Explode When Defeated Podcast is a series in which our hosts Nicky and Wyatt take some absolute odysseys through various long-running series pertaining to their shared interests. Their current journey is Discuss All Monsters, where Nicky and Wyatt walk us through the entirety (or as close to it as possible) of Toho's monster movie catalogue featuring Godzilla, Mothra, King Ghidorah, Varan, Frankenstein, that one walrus in Gorath and many more!
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Marine Mammal Science

The Society for Marine Mammalogy

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Marine Mammal Science is a podcast covering some of the latest scientific research on marine mammals – whales and dolphins, polar bears, seals and sea lions, manatees and dugongs, and sea otters. The podcast is produced by Absolutely Smashing Events and Consulting on behalf of the Society for Marine Mammalogy and the journal Marine Mammal Science. The host, editor and producer is Dr. Ashley Scarlett, familiarly known as Dr Scarlett Smash.
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Comfort Creatures

Ella McLeod, Alexis B. Preston

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Comfort Creatures is a show for people who prefer their friends to have paws instead of hands! Every week, Alexis and Ella talk to guests about their pets or creatures that give them comfort, discuss their favorite fictional critters, learn about pets in history, and discover differences between pet ownership across the pond. Whether you have a giant sloth, two siamese skinks, or just know way too much about unicorns, every animal friend is welcome on Comfort Creatures!
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Deep Tracks Only

Colt Westbrook and Philip Hunsicker

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Saddle up as the cast of Deep Tracks Only takes you on a journey through the b-sides of the brains and hearts of some of their favorite people on earth. Colt and Philip bypass the "what" of people's lives and move to the "why."
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Magic with Zuby is a podcast dedicated to the game of Magic the Gathering. Join Zuby as he interviews various guests, from Pro Players to Content Creators and everything in between. Also discusses current news in the world of Magic and puts his spin on things.
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Around The Hill

Around The Hill

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Around The Hill is a weekly podcast that invites you to quickly digest what is driving the public affairs agenda being presented at live journalism events in the city. Every week we summarize the big ideas, interview event organizers and meet the speakers of events produced by the most prominent national media outlets, NGOs and educational institutions. In Ottawa, the live journalism and public affairs events we review include those produced by: The Hill Times, MacLean’s, The Economic Club, ...
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Nearly Enlightened

Giana Rosa Giarrusso

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Join Nearly Enlightened's host Giana Giarrusso and discover the body, mind and spirit connection! The Nearly Enlightened Podcast is for the soul-centered seeker who is on the path of personal growth and spiritual development. This podcast takes a light-hearted approach exploring topics rooted in themes of mental, physical and spiritual wellbeing.
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The Wild Eye Podcast is hosted by Gerry van der Walt and the Wild Eye team. We bring you conversations, interviews, and Q&A sessions focused on travel, safaris and photography. Join our online community and let us change the way you see the world!
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If you are the parent of a child with food allergy, then this podcast is made for you. Join board-certified allergist Dr. Alice Hoyt, MD, as she dives into all things food allergy. Hear interviews with other allergists, advocates, and food allergy families, just like yours. Listeners have come to this podcast for years for answers to their food allergy questions and for strategies to live with less stress and more joy. Welcome!
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MuggleCast is your weekly ride into the world of Harry Potter, including the books and upcoming TV show! Our Harry Potter podcast, hosted by four life-long friends, brings its listeners entertaining and thought-provoking discussions about the Wizarding World. With each new episode we discuss everything Harry Potter: the latest news, the Potter books, the upcoming MAX TV Show, Fantastic Beasts, the theme parks, the video games, the fandom, and more! We're currently hosting a Chapter by Chapte ...
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The Wild Walk of Fame

The Little Black and White Book Project

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The Wild Walk of Fame is a podcast for curious kids who love to learn about animals. Each week I pick an animal and share lots of facts about them, inspiring children to fall in love with wildlife in a fun and engaging way. Think the Hollywood Walk of Fame but for the stars of the animal world rather than the silver screen. The perfect quick fire listen for all budding animal admirers inspiring a love of nature from as early an age as possible. Helping fuel your kids with fun facts to surpri ...
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"What About Water? with Jay Famiglietti" connects water science with the stories that bring about solutions, adaptation, and action for the world's water realities. Presented by Arizona State University and the University of Saskatchewan, and hosted by ASU Professor and USask Professor Emeritus Jay Famiglietti.
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Join Caleb J. Ross and Travis Terry on a journey through some of gaming's wildest narratives. It's a storytelling podcast where the stories are already written but rarely told. It's comedy at heart and all for fun.
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Bestselling authors and historians Mike Duncan and Alexis Coe are far-flung buddies who slice through centuries with the sharpness of a guillotine. In this wide-ranging series, Duncan, best-known for The History of Rome and Revolutions, and Coe, a presidential historian and senior fellow leave no stone unturned, no sacred cow un-tipped.
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Mike's Minutes

CapezStudios

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Mike is here to give you insight on how he became so successful it at such a young age. He'll share his tips and try to motivate you to get up and go do what you've wanted to do for so long.
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NOVA scienceNOW

WGBH Science Unit

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Our podcast offers irreverent stories and introduces intriguing personalities from the world of science. For more content from the producers of NOVA scienceNOW -- and to watch our broadcast series online -- visit us at http://www.pbs.org/nova/sciencenow
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Host Paul Romanuk digs into The Walrus Was Paul archive to revisit an episode from 2021 about The Beatles success in topping the UK Singles Chart at Christmas. The following sources were used for research for this episode: Killing in the Name - Wikipedia - The story behind the song. Every Official Christmas Number 1 ever! | Official Charts - A grea…
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What topic would you like discussed? Text us! "Wally the Seafood-Allergic Walrus" is a fun children's story for children, parents, and educators. The story emphasizes the importance of understanding and managing food allergies, being prepared with necessary medications like an "EpiFriend," and displaying empathy in emergency situations. It also hig…
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Can painting make sense of one of the darkest chapters of American history? Lori Wilson reads Art in the Age of Donald Trump. About AMI AMI is a not-for-profit media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians who are blind or partially sighted. Operating three broadcast services, AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French, …
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What has two massive teeth, a chunky body and a mouth like a hoover? THESE GUYS. Walruses people. In all their blubbery glory. Plus a myth from Greenland about the creation of all our favourite wintery marine creatures. If it's cold where you are, wrap up warm with a hot drink to keep Ella's lurgy at bay -- if it's not cold... well, aren't you luck…
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Sunspots! Solar storms! Photons! Magnetic fields! Let’s get to know the center of our solar system: the Sun. What is it made of? How big is it? How old is it? When will it explode? How does its light reach your eye? What kind of star is it? How do they form and change? Dr. Michael Kirk and Dr. India Jackson are brilliant and charming Heliologists w…
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The tradition of dropping a ball in Times Square to mark the beginning of a new year only goes back about a century. Learn about the history -- plus four weird things that other cities drop instead -- in this classic episode of BrainStuff. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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No, you can't literally die of boredom -- but it can lead to some high-risk behaviors. Learn more about boredom, ennui, and how to shake them in this episode of BrainStuff, based on these articles: https://science.howstuffworks.com/life/inside-the-mind/emotions/bored-to-death.htm; https://health.howstuffworks.com/mental-health/human-nature/ennui Se…
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MuggleCast is off from releasing new episodes until 2026, but we wanted to share this Bonus episode recorded for Patreon earlier in the year! In it, we reminisce over the greatest month in Harry Potter fandom history: July 2007, when the Deathly Hallows book and Order of the Phoenix movie were released. We look at what we were doing while working f…
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Cashmere can be more expensive than other wools because producing it is such an intensive process -- for the goats that grow it and the humans who care for them. Learn more in this classic episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/mammals/why-is-cashmere-so-expensive.htm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy …
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In Catalonia, there's a two-hundred-year-old tradition of including a figurine of a man pooping in the shadows of Nativity scenes. Learn about el caganer in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://people.howstuffworks.com/culture-traditions/holidays-christmas/pooping-man-catalan-nativity-scene.htm See omnystudio.com/listener for …
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Do penguins have flippers or wings? What’s up with pebble gifts? Are they squishy or dense? And why why why are they so cute? We sit down with renowned penguinologist Dr. Tom Hart, a research fellow with Oxford University, to chat all about life on Antarctica, penguin cities, icy cuddle parties, ocean camouflage and how to become a flightless bird.…
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These small appliances help home cooks achieve excellent rice via two categories of technology: ingeniously simple physics, or incredibly complex algorithms. Learn about heat-sensitive switches and fuzzy logic in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://home.howstuffworks.com/rice-cooker.htm/printable For more about the history of…
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Mudlarking means sifting through riverbank muck in hopes of finding lost or discarded historical artefacts. Learn how it works, especially in the River Thames, in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/environmental/earth/archaeology/mudlarking.htm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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This week we make a few end-of-year predictions for what 2026 will hold in store for Harry Potter fans, and open up the MuggleMail bag further than ever, as we read recent comments from YouTube and Spotify in addition to Discord, voicemails and e-mail! Join Andrew, Eric, Micah and Laura for our final episode of 2025! Looking ahead: what news will w…
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In the 2nd part of this Archive Edition of the podcast (originally dropped in July, 2023) we give some love to a sometimes overlooked Beatles album - Beatles For Sale - which came out 61 years ago this month. Paul Romanuk's guest is Newfoundland-based singer and songwriter Chris Picco. You can find Chris online at chrispicco.ca His work streams on …
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In this Archive Edition of the podcast (originally dropped in July, 2023) we give some love to a sometimes overlooked Beatles album - Beatles For Sale - which came out 61 years ago this month. Paul Romanuk's guest is Newfoundland-based singer and songwriter Chris Picco. You can find out more about Chris at his web page: chrispicco.ca Find him on Ba…
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The Trial of Transmutation, Part II It’s sink or swim as the wizards must use their new skills cleverly — or drown. Rictus, Helgrammite, and Loraveth try to survive while still remembering their promises and alliances. Royale Theme: “Wizard Disco” by Louie Zong: https://louiezong.bandcamp.com/album/wizard-disco Original Music by Griffin McElroy Add…
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Polar vortices! Atmospheric rivers! Cold fronts! Warm fronts! Hurricanes, typhoons, cyclones… Wait, what’s the difference anyway? One of the world’s leading Meteorologists, Dr. Marshall Shepherd – a former NASA scientist and current Professor of Geography and Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Georgia – is here to field a downpour of questio…
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Fifty years ago, Canada made the beaver an official national symbol. But long before that, this little animal was shaping rivers, driving trade, and quietly transforming the land. Wildlife ecologist Dr. Glynnis Hood and Jan Kingshott, director of animal welfare at Aspen Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, take us inside the beaver’s world—from its role in t…
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In this episode we talk about a legendary beast of the ocean - the giant squid Find out how big this giant is (its HUGE!) how it stays so elusive and how it can fight off predators as big as a whale. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all of the animal themed story recommendations from every single episode! Head…
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Groups with links to the far right, the Freedom Convoy and Christian nationalism are driving policy in Alberta schools. Lori Wilson reads The Battle Brewing in Alberta Schools Is Much Bigger than Book Bans. About AMI AMI is a not-for-profit media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians who are blind or partially sighted. Operating t…
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The CBC was born in an age of shared ideals. The trouble is… that audience no longer exists Marjorie Nicolaou reads Does the CBC Still Speak for Canada? About AMI AMI is a not-for-profit media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians who are blind or partially sighted. Operating three broadcast services, AMI-tv and AMI-audio in Engli…
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Help MuggleCast grow! It’s the holiday season and you can get 20% off your Patreon membership at Patreon.com/MuggleCast. Just use code HOLIDAY at checkout and receive a slew of great benefits instantly! And don’t forget, Patreon memberships can be gifted! Get cozy this winter with a MuggleCast hoodie, Laura’s pants, or a long-sleeve tee! And if you…
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Do trees have feelings? How do they talk? Which trees can you use to make syrup? Do bananas really grow on trees? Possibly the world's most enthusiastic tree expert, J. Casey Clapp, explains what makes coastal redwoods the coolest trees, how roots communicate with each other, and why a tree is like a cup of tea. Plus: bonus guest appearance by our …
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In this episode we talk about an iconic australian spiky mammal - the echidna Find out that it actually lays eggs, its not very effective defence mechanism, that it isn’t related to the hedgehog despite what some might say AND that baby echidnas have the cutest name ever. If you love reading check out The Wild Walk of Fame Bookshelf which has all o…
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What topic would you like discussed? Text us! In this episode, Dr. Alice Hoyt discusses oral immunotherapy (OIT) for children with food allergies, addressing common parental concerns about safety, the treatment process, expected outcomes, and emotional support for children undergoing OIT. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding …
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Your adaptive immune system remembers specific germs and fights them really effectively -- but it can sometimes make mistakes and attack your own healthy cells. Learn how the adaptive immune system works (and how it can go wrong) in this episode of BrainStuff. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Help MuggleCast grow! It's the holiday season and you can get 20% off your Patreon membership at Patreon.com/MuggleCast. Just use code HOLIDAY at checkout and receive a slew of great benefits instantly! And don't forget, Patreon memberships can be gifted! Get cozy this winter with a MuggleCast hoodie, Laura’s pants, or a long-sleeve tee! And if you…
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Slime molds are collectives of single-celled organisms that don't have neurons, much less brains, but they can move, solve mazes, and remember where food is located. Learn what we know (and don't know!) about them in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/life/biology-fields/slime-mold-facts.htm See omn…
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Digital pets changed the rules of how we treat tech, paving the way for attention-hungry smartphones. Lori Wilson reads How Tamagotchi trained Millennials for the era of needy devices About AMI AMI is a not-for-profit media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians who are blind or partially sighted. Operating three broadcast services…
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A true Battlestar Galactica fan, this journalist has watched the show in its entirety every year for the past nineteen years! Lori Wilson reads MY GUILTY PLEASURE - Battlestar Galactica About AMI AMI is a not-for-profit media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians who are blind or partially sighted. Operating three broadcast servic…
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A grant, a small advance, a supportive spouse, and the $100 he found outside the library all helped David Berry write a book. Paul Berry reads How I Managed to Write a Book without Going (Too) Broke About AMI AMI is a not-for-profit media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians who are blind or partially sighted. Operating three bro…
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It's Part II of Canadian Songwriters Hall Of Fame member Marc Jordan talking about one his favourite Beatles albums - the 1966 classic, Revolver. The host of the show is Paul Romanuk. You can find out more about Marc at his website marcjordan.com Some of the research for this episode was done with these sources: The Beatles Anthology Book - Their h…
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Holy Horcrux! WB is selling Harry Potter to Netflix! What does Netflix's acquisition of Warner Bros mean for the future of the Wizarding World franchise? How will it impact the new Harry Potter TV Show? What does it mean for potential spin-offs? Join Andrew and Micah as they react to the breaking news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph…
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Private investigators have gotten a bad-rap. People think they have free rein to do anything in the course of their investigation. That not at all true. There are regulations. It’s as dirty as any job. Lori Wilson reads the fictional story Anyone Could Be Anyone About AMI AMI is a not-for-profit media company that entertains, informs and empowers C…
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