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Close Reads is a book-club podcast for the incurable reader co-hosted by David Kern, Heidi White, Sean Johnson, and occasionally Tim McIntosh. We read good books and talk about them. This is a show for amateurs in the best sense. This is not an experts show: we’re book lovers, book enthusiasts. Our goal is have empathetic and intelligent conversations about good books. Close Reads is produced by Goldberry Studios, the podcast wing of Goldberry Books, a family-run indie bookshop in Concord, N ...
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Shifting the conversation back to books. Hosted by Abigail Freshley and Emily Rojas.
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A bi-monthly podcast where authors David Green and C. Marry Hultman discuss Robert Jordan's book Eye of the World.
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YOU JUST HAVE TO LAUGH (YJHTL) David Naster learned and survived how to make a living as a professional comedian. Then the comedian learned how Humor and Laugher helps us to survive. For over 44 years Naster has interviewed hundreds of real people that are really funny in situations that are NOT funny. The YJHTL's podcast intentions are to entertain and inspire how humor can help you through any Tough Time you may endure. Each week we will offer real people who are really funny that have fou ...
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I'm Bex. I'm here to make Tarot a little less scary. I'm giving you a personal, behind the scenes tour of what it's actually like to be a tarot reader. I share with you what I'm thinking as a reader, what you can expect as a client, and how this whole tarot thing works in the first place! Confession booth highlights this season: - Why I refuse to answer Yes/No questions - When my friends are also my clients, how we maintain boundaries - My wierdest, woo-woo-est readings - Chats with fellow t ...
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Would you like to learn new things about your favorite video games, and the people who create them? A Trip Down Memory Card Lane is a weekly video game history podcast that uses the current week in gaming history as a guide to tell you interesting stories about the history of video games, gaming consoles, game designers, the gaming studios they've founded, and more. Join hosts David Kassin and Robert Kassin as they take an often-chronological look at the people, companies, technologies, and ...
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Exploring the ways in which book publishing is changing and how writers can best meet the challenge. A conversation between two publishing veterans and friends, editor Mick Silva and publisher and literary agent David Morris. MickSilva.com / DavidRMorris.me
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“Let’s Talk Cars Radio” has been the go to for Hampton Roads car enthusiasts and repair information since 2015. These Car Guru’s eat, sleep and breath everything cars. Let’s Talk Cars Radio features your weekly auto news stories, mixed with comedy, centered on the auto manufacturing and repair industry. David and the gang answer reader letters, texts and calls concerning the listeners automotive needs. They love to get out and shake it up in the community with local car shows , speaking even ...
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The This Is Horror Podcast is a show for readers, writers, and creators hosted by Michael David Wilson and Bob Pastorella. We interview writers, artists, publishers, editors, and creatives every week. Over 600 episodes, we have interviewed creatives including Chuck Palahniuk, Dean Koontz, Joe Hill, David Dastmalchian, Joe R. Lansdale, Charlaine Harris, Ellen Datlow, David Moody, Jennifer Lynch, Gemma Files, and Josh Malerman.
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Practical advice from top founders about how to scale your business. louisshulmanpod.substack.com
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You've heard the book publishing podcasts that give you tips for selling a lot of books and the ones that only interview world-famous authors. Now it's time for a book publishing show that reveals what actually goes on behind the cover. Hosted by New York Times bestselling author Anna David, Behind the Book Cover features interviews with traditionally published authors, independently published entrepreneurs who have used their books too seven figures to their bottom line to build their busin ...
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News in the world of books and reading, including hot industry releases, adaptations, publishing industry events, and more with Book Riot’s Jeff O’Neal and Rebecca Schinsky. Book Riot is the largest independent editorial book site in North America and home to a host of media, from podcasts to newsletters to original content, all designed around diverse readers and across all genres.
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Normal Gossip delivers juicy, strange, funny, and utterly banal gossip about people you’ll never know and never meet. Host Rachelle Hampton discusses reader-submitted comedic gossip with guests, diving into the lives and decisions of complete strangers. The second-hand truth really is stranger than fiction. Produced by Se'era Spragley Ricks and Jae Towle Vieira. Created by Kelsey McKinney and Alex Sujong Laughlin. Show art by Tara Jacoby. https://normalgossip.komi.io/
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Brief educational episodes highlighting and demonstrating features of the Amazon Echo. Commands for Alarms, Timers, Phone Calling, reading books, and much more are all laid out by host and trainer, David Ward. These episodes are especially helpful for new ones to the platform and seniors who are learning how to use their new device.
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Blackballed is what other outlets refuse to be - non-combative and open to virtually anyone in politics, media, and entertainment. Host James DiFiore doesn't believe in words like platforming, and will interview some of the most controversial guests without allowing the conversation to derail. Blackballed is what journalism used to be. Welcome to the conversation.
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Comic podcast where Joe Loves Comics talks with friends about the comics they've been reading and enjoying lately, plus solo episodes and creator interviews.
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a program that does its honest to goodness best effort to transport you somewhere, all from the comfort of your internet connection. It's called travel stationary as a play on words. Because, yes, it's like a place where thoughts get jotted down, as in stationary. It's also…. You get to travel without moving. To be stationary. Hear me spin yarns and thoughts and meditiation and oblique examinations from the comfort of your ears. My name is Bill Baird, a lifelong musician, tinkerer, traveler, ...
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Shining a light on black viewpoint diversity. https://freeblackthought.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast (freeblackthought.substack.com)
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Three best buddies - Rhys Darby, Dan Schreiber, and Leon 'Buttons' Kirkbeck bring you The Cryptid Factor - a podcast dedicated to all things weird that are yet to be defined by science.Since 2008 they have passionately (and often awkwardly) been discussing 'cryptids' and monsters like Yeti, Chupacabra, Bigfoot and Nessie - as well as weird news of the world, UFO's, Time travellers, robots and space stuff.Though they take these pseudosciences as seriously as they can, they struggle to take th ...
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Welcome to Hub Podcasts, the audio version of the big ideas and in-depth conversations found at TheHub.ca, Canada's fastest growing digital news outlet with half a million people engaging weekly with our content. Hub Dialogues features The Hub's editor-at-large Sean Speer and managing editor Harrison Lowman engaged in longform conversations with leading thinkers on the big issues and ideas shaping the public conversation. In Conversation with David Frum features the insights and analysis of ...
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Dads on Books is a podcast hosted by David Patrick and Mike Walker. The 2 dads discuss books, focusing on those read by their children and sometimes revisiting titles from their own childhoods. The podcast showcases their personal connections to the books and how their perspectives have changed as parents.
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A Book Like No Other is a chance to learn alongside Aleph Beta Founder and Lead Scholar, Rabbi David Fohrman, a master close reader of Torah, as he embarks on his most far-reaching and in-depth explorations. Each season is a stand-alone journey into a different Torah text. Our only goal: reading the Torah carefully, on its own terms, and following wherever that leads. Together, we'll unwrap remarkable patterns and surprising connections that lie just beneath the Torah's surface, revealing th ...
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The ultimate rock music history podcast for fans of the greatest era of music. If you’ve ever wondered about the true stories behind your favorite songs, or wanted to hear directly from the legends who made them, Professor of Rock is your new go-to podcast. Hosted by music historian and superfan Adam Reader, this show brings the golden era of music back to life with exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and deep dives into the songs that shaped our lives. This podcast uncovers how ...
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Quillette's Zoe Booth, sits down with a guest to discuss some of the best Quillette articles from the week + more. Common themes include gender issues, feminism, free speech, evolutionary psychology, philosophy, politics, science and more.
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The Atlantic has long been known as an ideas-driven magazine. Now we’re bringing that same ethos to audio. Like the magazine, the show will “road test” the big ideas that both drive the news and shape our culture. Through conversations—and sometimes sharp debates—with the most insightful thinkers and writers on topics of the day, Radio Atlantic will complicate overly simplistic views. It will cut through the noise with clarifying, personal narratives. It will, hopefully, help listeners make ...
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Fiction Writing Made Easy is your go-to podcast for practical, no-fluff tips on how to write, edit, and publish a novel—from first draft to finished book. Hosted by developmental editor and book coach Savannah Gilbo, this show breaks down the fiction writing process into clear, actionable steps so you can finally make progress on your manuscript. Whether you're a first-time author or a seasoned writer looking to sharpen your skills, each episode offers insights on novel writing, story struct ...
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Comic Industry Insiders: where our goal is to get to know the people behind the scenes in the comic book industry and uncover the secrets that will help you understand and grow your own business or career in comics. Every episode, join host Atom! Freeman as he sits down with industry guests to unravel those secrets.
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Since 2018, the Human Restoration Project Podcast has reimaged education through critical, progressive, human-centered learning! Across nearly 200 episodes, and counting, we've explored every topic in education: ungrading and alternative assessment, interdisciplinary play-based and project-based learning, SEL, education reforms and systemic school change in society with students, teachers, leaders, researchers, and advocates around the world. Join us on our mission to restore humanity to edu ...
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Great art almost feels like magic—it opens our minds to brand new ideas, and teaches us to see ourselves and our world more clearly. Of course, behind all great art, there are artists. And that’s where the real magic happens… As we go beneath the art itself to explore how different artists do what they do, we see glimpses of the sorts of creativity, resilience, and bravery that lead to the art that moves our world. And maybe we can learn to borrow some of that magic for our very own thinking ...
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This podcast is a channel on the New Books Network. The New Books Network is an academic audio library dedicated to public education. In each episode you will hear scholars discuss their recently published research with another expert in their field. Discover our 150+ channels and browse our 28,000+ episodes on our website: newbooksnetwork.com Subscribe to our free weekly Substack newsletter to get informative, engaging content straight to your inbox: https://newbooksnetwork.substack.com/ ...
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...dishing on Tarot, Oracles and other Intuitive Arts. Co-hosted by Gina Thies and Katrina Wynne.
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A podcast made by the Kotaku reader-run anime community Ani-TAY, a sub-community of Talk Amongst Yourselves. The Ani-TAY Podcast features Kotaku author Richard Eisenbeis and Ani-TAY Community members FruityDrinks (Ken), Dexomega (David) and Rockmandash12 (Kevin)! This podcast is dedicated to the latest seasonal anime & discussing broad open subjects about anime in general. In addition to the main cast, we also feature a different guest from the community every episode!
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I LOVE LUCIFER the Podcast is a new Romantic Comedy Horror audio series starring Adam Levy (The Witcher). Two B movie stars battle movie monsters by day... and real monsters by night. When the cameras stop rolling, the lines of reality are blurred, and the fantasy of their day job turns into a living nightmare. CREATED BY SUSIE SINGER CARTER and DON PRIESS CAST ADAM LEVY - NIGEL THOMPSON/NARRATOR DAWNMARIE FERRARA - TANYA THOMPSON SUSIE SINGER CARTER - HOLLY KLYM/SINGER RICK SINGER - LARRY S ...
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The Short Box Podcast: A Comic Book Talk Show
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Can’t make it to your local comic shop? The Short Box brings the comic shop experience straight to your headphones. Join your friendly neighborhood podcast host: Badr Milligan, every Wednesday for news, reviews, and interviews about comics. Learn how your favorite comic books are made, with the creators who make them, and laugh along with surprise guests and other die-hard fans. Whether you’re a longtime collector or a casual reader, The Short Box is essential listening on New Comic Book Day ...
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Stories That Stick is a podcast where your host Chad Quandt (writer on Avatar Seven Havens, Star Trek Prodigy, Trollhunters) invites guests on to talk about classic stories that resonated with them-- stories that stick with them. It can be a great TV episode, a movie, a video game, even an iconic comic book; if it has a good story we want to geek out about it. A comedy pod that's been going strong for over a decade.
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One remarkable story, told in depth, daily. Manveen Rana and Luke Jones bring you the flagship podcast from The Times and The Sunday Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Psychoanalysis applied outside the office.
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Matty Dalrymple (DAL-rim-ple) podcasts, writes, speaks, and consults on the writing craft and the publishing voyage as The Indy Author. She has written books on the business of short fiction and podcasting for authors, and her articles have appeared in Writer's Digest magazine. She is a member of the Alliance of Independent Authors. Matty is also the author of the Lizzy Ballard Thrillers, beginning with ROCK PAPER SCISSORS; the Ann Kinnear Suspense Novels, beginning with THE SENSE OF DEATH; ...
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Amy Beecher is a visual artist working in installation, digital imaging, sound, and text. In 2013 she created a podcast, The Amy Beecher Show, as an excuse to invite people to her 160 square foot Brooklyn apartment. She's since moved, and The Amy Beecher Show has moved with her. Like an easily amazed and distracted therapist, Beecher opens doors to the inner workings of her subject's artistic lives, inviting guests to reflect on their work, their process, and, mostly, everything else.
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This podcast is a channel on the New Books Network. The New Books Network is an academic audio library dedicated to public education. In each episode you will hear scholars discuss their recently published research with another expert in their field. Discover our 150+ channels and browse our 28,000+ episodes on our website: newbooksnetwork.com Subscribe to our free weekly Substack newsletter to get informative, engaging content straight to your inbox: https://newbooksnetwork.substack.com/ Fo ...
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Audio archives of spoken word broadcasts from Community Radio WERU 89.9 FM Blue Hill (weru.org)
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You spend a quarter of your life at work. You should enjoy it! Organizational psychologist Adam Grant takes you inside the minds of some of the world’s most unusual professionals to discover the keys to a better work life. From learning how to love your rivals to harnessing the power of frustration, one thing’s for sure: You’ll never see your job the same way again. Produced in partnership with Transmitter Media. Follow Adam on Instagram @adamgrant, LinkedIn at @adammgrant Hosted on Acast. S ...
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Ross Douthat on why everyone should be religious (re-release)
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New York Times columnist Ross Douthat makes the case for religion that extends beyond typical utilitarian arguments. He explains why a religious outlook has a more compelling understanding of the universe, human consciousness, and other fundamental questions than is often understood even by religious believers themselves. Ross's new book, Believe: …
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It was a great year for Warner Bros. Discovery: Two of its movies (One Battle After Another and Sinners) are front-runners for the Academy Award for Best Picture, and it had a string of critical hits and box-office successes with Superman, Weapons, and A Minecraft Movie. But despite those wins, the media conglomerate—which also owns HBO and CNN—fou…
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Douglas Morris, "Legal Sabotage: Ernst Fraenkel in Hitler's Germany" (Cambridge UP, 2020)
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During the mid-1930s, Germans opposed to Adolf Hitler had only a limited range of options available to them for resisting the Nazi regime. One of the most creative and successful challengers in this effort was Ernst Fraenkel, who as an attorney sought to use the law as a means of opposing Nazi oppression. In Legal Sabotage: Ernst Fraenkel in Hitler…
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Shlomo Pereira, "Monuments de Papel E Pergaminho: Hebrew Printing in Portugal at the End of the 15th Century" (Chabad Portugal Press, 2025)
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Rabbi Professor Shomo Pereira discussed his book "Monuments of Paper and Parchment: Hebrew Printing in Portugal in the Late 15th Century." He explained that while Portugal lacks physical Jewish monuments due to natural disasters, earthquakes, and persecution, the book highlights the country's rich Jewish history through its manuscript and printing …
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Christmas Special: How “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” Became a Multi-Decade #1 Hit
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MERRY CHRISTMAS! Professor of Rock is celebrating with another stellar classic from the vault. The in-depth story of one of the biggest selling singles of all time. The only 80s song to hit #1 four different times … Do They Know It’s Christmas by Band Aid was put tother by Bob Geldof and Midge Ure to fight starvation in africa. Geldof saw the famin…
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In 2025, our year in video game history took us from foundational classics to unexpected deep cuts as we explored stories across consoles, companies, genres, and eras. In this episode, we look back at the games that shaped our conversations this year, from Battle Arena Toshinden and Resident Evil 4 to Secret of Mana, Morrowind, and Super Mario Bros…
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We take a look at the all new Alexa Plus web portal! We also have a brief segment at the end of the show, about how to use it and first-impressions with a screen reader.
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'The Influencer' by David McCloskey - The Story on Christmas Day
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On this special Christmas Day episode we have an exclusive, brand-new story from acclaimed author, and former CIA analyst, David McCloskey. Commissioned for The Sunday Times Review, it's read for us by the author. Before she met Painter, before the CIA came calling, Natalie Perkins had no secrets, only followers, likes, and a hope of online fame. B…
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Stories that Defined Our Industry in 2025
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This is a RECAST of Comic Industry Insiders Live! Catch the live show every Tuesday at 2PM EST for the bonus pre-show banter! Follow Atom! Freeman on Twitter: @AtomBangFreeman Producer: Steph Gerk and Blake Morgan @blakesbuzz Research: Anthony Militano Have something to tell us? Email the show at: [email protected] Comic Industry Insiders: where our…
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Scott D. Seligman, "The Great Christmas Boycott Of 1906: Antisemitism and the Battle Over Christianity in the Public Schools" (U Nebraska Press, 2025)
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Today’s battles over Christianity in U.S. public schools have deep roots. In the nineteenth century, disputes were largely between Protestants and later-arriving Catholics, but in 1905 Jews entered the conflict in a dramatic way. That Christmas, Frank Harding, a Presbyterian principal in Brooklyn, urged his Jewish students to be more like Jesus. Fo…
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We've got a present for you from our secret feed vault! Rachelle, Kelsey, and Brandy gather over a bottle of wine to discuss Rebecca Yarros' FOURTH WING. If you'd like to get in on these monthly extra episodes, subscribe as a Friend or a Friend-of-a-Friend. Subscribe to our newsletter for writing from Rachelle, Se'era, Jae, Alex, and Kelsey, plus b…
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Christmas Eve Special: Johnny Mathis on “Chances Are” and His Timeless Christmas Classics
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Merry Christmas Eve from Professor for Rock! Today, we revisit an absolute POR classic; a special gift for you from our friend the 3rd biggest selling male artist of the 20th century behind only Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra… He tells the story behind his classic Christmas record as well as the magical story behind his #1 hit Chances Are! The fir…
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Best of 2025: My son Charlie - and the breakthrough that changed our lives
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In the week between Christmas and New Year, we’re revisiting some of our favourite episodes of 2025. This episode was first published in February. When James Coney's son Charlie missed milestone after milestone, he knew something wasn't right. It would take 12 years before one phone call would change their lives. They learned that, not only was the…
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Chief Aaron Pete: Why we need truth before reconciliation (re-release)
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On September 30th, Canada marked the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation—a day to look back at the legacy of residential schools, the 150,000 Indigenous children who attended, and the abuse they suffered under the state-run project. It's also a day to take stock of what Canadians make of that history and what they believe should or shouldn't …
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David Arnovitz, "Koren Tanakh of the Land of Israel: Deuteronomy" (Koren, 2025)
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The Koren Tanakh of the Land of Israel breathes new life into the biblical narrative by incorporating the latest discoveries from archaeology, Near Eastern studies, Egyptology and more to connect the ancient world with modern scholarship, offering readers a deeper and more informed understanding of the Bible. Tune in as we speak with Editor in Chie…
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#225. Student Spotlight: From Zero Drafts to Dream Agent While Raising 4 Kids With Madi Unruh
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Learn how a busy parent finished a novel by following a clear roadmap that made it possible to pause, return, and keep moving forward. Between raising four kids, navigating pregnancy and newborn life, and juggling everything that comes with being a busy parent, Madi didn't exactly have ideal writing conditions. And yet, she finished her novel. In t…
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Rick Beato Unplugged: A Deep Dive with Professor of Rock
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A few weeks ago, I told you that I had a special gift for you this Christmas, and it’s a few days early. The most requested video in the history of my channel: a Rick Beat dit down. Over the history of my channel, I've had thousands upon thousands of requests asking for this video. I don’t know what you’d call it… Some have called it a crossover. S…
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ReThinking: Raising a new generation of readers with Shannon Hale
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Shannon Hale is the author of more than 50 books for all ages, including the Princess Academy series and her graphic novel memoirs. In this episode, Adam and his daughter Joanna (a longtime fan of Shannon’s books) talk to Shannon about the powerful lessons books teach us about empathy, and take a closer look at how stories can either reinforce or d…
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Best of 2025: How ketamine’s on the rise and getting into the UK
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In the week between Christmas and New Year, we’re revisiting some of our favourite episodes of 2025. This episode was first published in April. Recreational use of the Class B drug ketamine doubled in 2024. A Sunday Times investigation has looked into where it's coming from and why it's so hard to police. This podcast was brought to you thanks to t…
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The Greatest Forgotten Hits of the ’70s and ’80s
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Coming up, it’s time to resurrect some of the greatest hits of the 70s and 80s that were actually huge hits in their time but have been somewhat forgotten in modern times. I’m going to prove why they deserve the Stranger Things treatment, meaning a renaissance in pop culture... including the rock song Midnight Blue that Lou Gramm brought to his ban…
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The Story of the Wooden Coin, and a Couple of Choked-up Dads
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Lots of fun as the Dads talk about The Story of the Wooden Coin, our first Christmas book—well, the first Christmas book at Christmas time. David dances on rhythm whatever that means; Mike chose the Hanukkah book, so, naturally, since David is Catholic, Mike chooses the Christmas book—wait, what?! Also, it’s our second episode in a row to reference…
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Jeff and Rebecca talk about how the story of the year in books was that there really wasn't a story. Except the big one. AI. Plus, NBCC longlists, getting boomers off slop, recent reading, and more. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of your reading …
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708. Sometimes You Just Have Smack the bully especially when you have Tourettes.
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Jeff Matovic has lived with Touretts his entire life. As a kid he was made fun of and bullied unmercifully. He learned how to deal with it and how to effectively shut some bullies up when words didn't work. Jeff truly represents the heart and soul of the You Just Have To LAUGH message. We are honored and thrilled he is a part of our family. He is w…
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The charity that stops prisoners reoffending
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You probably don't need reminding how much of a mess our prisons are at the moment - run-down, overcrowded and sometimes with a revolving door for prisoners who reoffend. One of the charities supported by this year’s Times and Sunday Times Christmas appeal is Switchback, who’ve had great success at helping ex-offenders to ‘go straight’ when they le…
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The Rise and Fall of Blondie: 7 Hits, Then Silence
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Coming up, one of the most perplexing disappearing acts in rock history. Blondie with Debbie Harry defined the late 70s and early 80s and was the face of the musical movement. They were beloved by critics, and they ruled the charts with 7 huge hits in about 3 years. But they weren’t just hits; they defined the era. True masters of hook-laden classi…
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Icons of culture, science and politics - the Sunday Story
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In this emotionally resonant end of year episode, we take a deep dive into some of most iconic figures we lost in 2025. From the beloved British actress Dame Patricia Routledge, famed for her incredible performance as Hyacinth Bucket in Keeping Up Appearances, to the pioneering primatologist, Jane Goodall, whose groundbreaking research at Gombe Str…
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For your errand-running, long drive, baking, cleaning, or lounging listening, we present a Christmas mailbag in which we answer your questions about traditions, books, characters in the Nativity story, and much more! Happy listening and Merry Christmas! Image credit: 1953, Man Tangled Up in Christmas Decorations by Al Brule This is a public episode…
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Heated Rivalry Episode 5 (Found You)
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Here is our recap of episode 5. In exchange for editing this insane episode down to something consumable, please leave us a 5-star review, follow us on IG and Bluesky at @readirectpodcast, and tell a friend to tell a friend to listen. We love you, we love Hollanov, we'll see you next week!!!!By Emily Rojas & Abigail Freshley
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Crash Course Social Studies Education w/ Raoul Meyer
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If you’ve taught or attended a high school course in the last decade, you’ve probably watched a Crash Course video. Their dozens of playlists on topics from Biology and Environmental Science to Economics and World History hold hundreds of videos and have collected over 2 billion views. Maybe even just hearing the title conjured John Green’s urgent …
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Conservatives may not be winning elections—but they are winning the argument
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Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go. 0:21 - Conservatives may not be winning elections—but they are winning the argument: The Weekly Wrap, by Sean Speer This program is narrated by a…
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When Weird Al Said No: Sacred Songs He Refused to Skewer
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So what happens when Weird Al, the world's most famous musical comedian—a guy who's made a career out of roasting rock’s biggest acts—completely snubs you? Or give us a short clip of what a full-blown parody might’ve been like, but never turned it into a full song. Today, we're talking missed opportunities… and hidden gems by the king of musical co…
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The true story of Father Christmas - the Saturday Story
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It's the weekend before Christmas and millions of people around the world are eagerly awaiting the arrival of Father Christmas. For many, it's feels like he's always been there, but where exactly did he come from? Turns out, it's been a pretty wild ride for Old Saint Nick, one that involves prostitution in the 3rd century, pagan winter feasting, an…
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TIH 643: Joe Hill on King Sorrow, Writing Process, and Growing up in Maine
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In this podcast, Joe Hill talks about King Sorrow, his writing process, growing up in Maine, and much more. About Joe Hill Joe Hill is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Fireman, Heart-Shaped Box, and Strange Weather. Much of his work has been adapted for film and television. His second novel, Horns, … Continue reading…
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Year-End Wrap-Up, New Year Plans, and Our Favorite Books
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What are we doing, where are we going, and will they have snacks there? David and I talked some about our aims for this podcast, and how we (still) don't want to try to boil things down to five takeaways, or share advice much. Mainly, we love exploring fresh takes, and sharing about humans we're excited about. Toward that end, we discussed whether …
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The emerging civil war within the MAGA movement
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Rudyard Griffiths and Sean Speer discuss the escalating civil war within the MAGA movement in the United States, sparked by conservative commentator Ben Shapiro's recent high-profile speeches where he called out antisemitism and conspiracism on parts of the American Right. They explore how right-wing figures like Candace Owens are pioneering a new …
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David Frum breaks down 2025's defining moments
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Leading author, journalist, and thinker David Frum and The Hub's editor-at-large Sean Speer reflect on the most significant political developments of 2025. They discuss a number of topics including the threats to Canadian sovereignty from the Trump administration, Canada's economic reckoning after the Trudeau era, the reconciliation debate in the a…
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This is a bonus preview of our Patreon-only episode in which Jeff and Rebecca talked about the books they wanted to read but didn't, they want to read and might still, they definitely are OK not reading, and other subtleties of which books went unread in 2025. To listen to the full episode and all previous bonus content, become a Patreon m…
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BONUS EPISODE: Coldplay kisscam HR boss on the 16 seconds that ruined her life
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Married mother of two Kristin Cabot speaks for the first time about being caught on a kisscam embracing her married boss, Andy Byron, at a Coldplay concert. The video went viral as people wrongly suspected adultery between a tech CEO and his head of HR, drawing online mockery, abuse and threats. In a Times exclusive, our chief US reporter Josie Ens…
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After Bondi Beach: Why Canada Is not immune to anti semitic terrorist attacks
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Noah Shack, CEO of the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs, discusses the threat of terrorist violence in Canada following a recent CSIS intelligence report and the antisemitic attack in Australia. He argues that Canadian authorities must enforce existing laws against incitement to violence, particularly regarding protests that have normalized ant…
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Hub readers' health-care horror stories highlight the need for real reform
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Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go. 0:25 - 'We were shocked': Hub readers' health-care horror stories highlight the need for real reform, by The Hub Staff 5:32 - Trump's National Se…
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The Story Behind “Stacy’s Mom” by Fountains of Wayne – The One-Hit They Hated
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Coming up a famously cerebral band that many think is one of the greatest ever, but they only had one radio hit, and guess what, they HATE IT. They Loathe It. Refuse to perform it, you’ve heard the cliché many times, but there’s a rub with this one. It's a song that spoke to a generation but was never intended to. The Band wrote it as a joke. The g…
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Episode 382 [From Our Archives] My Talking Books Skill
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This is a replay of a archive episode, episode 329, dealing with the My Talking Books Skill, a product of the NLS, a division of the Library of Congress.
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