Best Holy Swift Podcasts (2025)

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Jeremy Redmore: Kiwi musician on his foray into children's music 12:35

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A bit of a change in focus for Jeremy Redmore. While most will know him from the rock band Midnight Youth, Redmore is going through a bit of a creative evolution, turning his attention to children’s music. But it’s not the sugar-rush pop you might be expecting, the music instead following a —surprisingly emotional— narrative. Redmore told Jack Tame…

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Chris Schulz: Taylor Swift - The Life of a Showgirl 6:48

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Taylor Swift has released her hotly anticipated 12th album 'The Life of a Showgirl'. It's a shift away from the bleakness of her previous album 'The Tortured Poets Department', Swift describing it as a 'vibrant and lively' project. However while it's a departure from TTPD, it's almost a return to for the pop superstar, filled with upbeat pop and so…

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Kevin Milne: Local body elections and the influence of candidate pictures 6:50

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Local body elections are in the works – voting packages sent out and candidates advertising themselves on the streets and social media. But Kevin Milne has a question: how much weight do the candidates photos hold in securing votes? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Mike Yardley: A dip in Penang, Malaysia 8:59

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"Whether you’re looking for a beachfront break in Southeast Asia or a flavourful side-trip to enrich your adventures, Penang is a getaway that sure hits the sweet spot. Just a few hours drive from Kuala Lumpur, or a one hour flight from Singapore, the island of Penang is pinned to the Malay Peninsula by some seriously impressive bridges, spanning t…

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Catherine Raynes: The Impossible Fortune and Culpability 5:01

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The Impossible Fortune by Richard Osman Who's got time to think about murder when there's a wedding to plan? It’s been a quiet year for the Thursday Murder Club. Joyce is busy with table plans and first dances. Elizabeth is grieving. Ron is dealing with family troubles, and Ibrahim is still providing therapy to his favourite criminal. But when Eliz…

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Kate Hall: Sustainable Spring Activities 6:01

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Spring has sprung and it’s the perfect time to pick up a few simple, sustainable habits that connect you to nature. Kate Hall has a few suggestions that she joined Jack Tame to delve into, including: Plant and swap: Sow quick wins like salad greens, radishes, and herbs. Share or swap seeds and seedlings with neighbours. Line-drying: The spring wind…

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Full Show Podcast: 04 October 2025 1:57:04

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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 4 October 2025, Jack cracks into the brand-new Taylor Swift album ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ with music reviewer Chris Schulz. Former Midnight Youth rocker Jeremy Redmore joins Jack to discuss his creative evolution and turn towards children's music. Nici Wickes delivers delicious …

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Ruud Kleinpaste: Spring Colours, Foliage and Patterns 4:35

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A few weeks after the beginning of Spring is a good time to collect some inspiration for your garden. Check out the local Botanic Garden, take a looksee in open gardens, a visit to the Garden Club, or else a simple walk around the neighbourhood to see what grows well and what goes well. Thalia Narcissus with white accents (orchid narcissus) and Fri…

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Cameron Douglas: ME by Matahiwi Pinot Noir, 2024 3:24

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ME by Matahiwi Pinot Noir 2024, Wairarapa RRP from $21.00 This is a complete wine from nose to palate with a generous core of red berry fruits flavours, a decent structure with fine tannins that are easy to dissolve on the palate, and a fresh line of acidity both framing the fruit core. Crunchy, fresh, fruity, varietal and loaded with flavours of c…

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Paul Stenhouse: Apple rumoured to be working on smart glasses, OpenAI's video platform Sora 5:56

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Are iGlasses going to be a thing? Bloomberg is reporting that Apple is giving up on making a new version of its Apple Vision pro headset in favour of creating glasses, like Meta. Meta's glasses have been more successful than anyone expected and are currently leading the market. Apple has redirected teams to focus on the glasses approach – the first…

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Tara Ward: Billy Joel: And So It Goes, The Twelve, Dark Winds 6:23

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Billy Joel: And So It Goes In this candid portrait, legendary singer-songwriter Billy Joel reveals the symbiosis between his life and art, and explores the love, loss, and personal struggles that forged his character and fuel his songwriting (Neon). The Twelve Respected barrister Brett Colby returns to the courtroom to face a new murder trial and a…

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Francesca Rudkin: The Smashing Machine and The Teacher Who Promised the Sea 8:02

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The Smashing Machine MMA fighter Mark Kerr reaches the peak of his career but faces personal hardships along the way. The Teacher Who Promised the Sea The buried memories of the Spanish Civil War become unearthed as a woman searches for the remains of her grandfather's father and discovers the story of an idealistic young teacher from Tarragona. LI…

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Nici Wickes: Vegetarian Mushroom Cannelloni 5:54

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In celebration of Vegetarian Month, this dish of cannelloni filled with mushrooms, tomato, spinach, and lentils and covered with a creamy cheese sauce is divine! Serves one Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 1 small onion, diced 1 large portobello mushroom, chopped roughly ½ can crushed tomatoes ½ teaspoon dried thyme ½ can lentils, drained 1 cup shredde…

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Jack Tame: The underestimated art form of children's books 5:17

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In the Mangle-Munching Forest there’s a Nickle-Nackle tree, growing Nickle-Nackle berries that are red as red can be. I’ll be very careful so as not to give up the end, but would you believe it’s been fifty years since first those words were penned? That first sentence I read you is from Lynley Dodd’s Nickle-Nackle Tree. It’s a kid’s counting book …

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"The Life of a Showgirl" Album Release Reactions 1:01:33

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"But you don't know the life of a showgirl, babe." Join us for our immediate reactions to Taylor Swift's The Life of a Showgirl album! We break down our first impressions track by track, exploring the sophisticated lyricism hidden beneath high-energy pop production, the album's theatrical motifs, and how Taylor uses the showgirl concept as both per…

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Stila and Neen Founder Jeanine Lobell is the Makeup Industry's Original Rock Star 46:29

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From mime school to makeup legend, Jeanine Lobell’s story is anything but ordinary. The Stila and Neen founder shares the winding path that took her from Sweden to LA—with stops in London, Paris, and even circus aspirations along the way. She recalls an early career that spanned John Waters' Hairspray, music videos with Naomi Campbell and Michael J…

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#1772 Music by Lexi Shroll, Chelsea Ames, The Unresolved, Alva Lys, Cargo G, Faith Groves, Becky!, Julia Larkin, Mary Ember, AshRaven, Judy Paster, Peggy James, Ali Lamb, Ashes of Cross, Lolly 57:28

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To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.com This show includes the following songs: Lexi Shroll - Let It Be A Cowboy FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Chelsea Ames - Love Is Enough FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY The Unresolved - The Inbetween FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Alva Lys - A Future Betrayed FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY CARGO G - Hippies FOLLOW ON…

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E102: Taylor Swift Parallels: Connecting the Dots Between Unexpected Song Pairings 32:33

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"What if I told you none of it was accidental?" This week, you’re getting six show-and-tell songs instead of three! In this episode, we explore the concept of parallel songs in Taylor Swift's discography, focusing on thematic and lyrical connections between pairs of songs. We discuss the similarities between the carefree hangout vibes of “22” and t…

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#1771 Music by Julia Hutchinson, Lauren Gruwell, Cardiff State, Lele Rose, Macey Mac, Izzy Adams, Mathea-Mari, Natasha Rose, Gracie Modean, Chloe Jones, The Lightning Kids, Aspenyarrow, Emma Falk Dennis ... 55:11

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To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.com This show includes the following songs: Julia Hutchinson - Good As It Gets FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Lauren Gruwell - Tidal Wave FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Cardiff State - Hope You Can Feel It FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Lele Rose - Can't Stop Now FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Macey Mac - Cut Out For…

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Celebrity Ambassadors Galore, Brand Closures, and an Early Halloween Surprise 36:12

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Spooky SZN is nigh, which means one thing: LUSH’s Halloween collection is back. From cult-classic Ghostie Bath Bomb to the viral Monster Octopus Shower Jelly (aka Kirbie’s Halloween costume inspo), plus fresh launches like Mr. Pumpkin Face Fresh Face Mask and Boo-tiful Under Eye Pads, we’re covering all the festive bath bombs, body sprays, and the …

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#1770 Music by Ali Angel, The One Eighties, Beclynn, Priscilla Ariana, Greta Pasqua, Megan Burback, Genevieve Heyward, Erik Aronesty, Brook Wood, Livy B, Megan Fay, Gina French, Madison Margot, Corrie ... 58:21

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To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.com This show includes the following songs: Ali Angel - She Says It's Alright FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY The One Eighties - Bottle Up The Lightning FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Beclynn - Sidewalks (Acoustic Version) FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Priscilla Ariana - Destiny FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Greta P…

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Stewart Copeland: Drummer for The Police on his NZ spoken word tour ‘Have I Said Too Much? The Police, Hollywood, And Other Adventures’ 12:16

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Stewart Copeland’s drumming helped define a generation. As one third of The Police, he played at some of the biggest venues not only in New Zealand, but in the world. He went on to work extensively in composing for film and TV. And now, 18 years since his last visit to New Zealand, Copeland is returning for a very special spoken word tour - ‘Have I…

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Chris Schulz: Mariah Carey - Here For It All 4:21

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Mariah Carey is back – and it’s not for Christmas. ‘Here For It All’ is the sixteenth studio album from the American superstar and her first album since the release of 2018’s ‘Caution’. The album blends pop, R&B, gospel, and hip-hop, celebrating and building on every era of Carey’s iconic career. Chris Schulz joined Jack Tame to give his thoughts o…

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Mike Yardley: Travel scams and swindles 10:56

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Mike Yardley is a seasoned traveller. He’s been all around the globe, experiencing nearly everything you can imagine, and as a result, is quite familiar with scams and swindlers. He joined Jack Tame to delve into a couple of the most common scams affecting travellers – plus tips on keeping yourself safe from theft. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/l…

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Dougal Sutherland: Creative punishments - making the punishment match the crime 7:13

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When thinking about punishments for crime, at least minor ones, there is often a balance between teaching someone a lesson to make sure they don’t do it again and not being so harsh that it ends up doing more harm than good. New research from the US shows a possible new pathway that might get this balance right, called Creative Punishments. Creativ…

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Kevin Milne: Should you always call an ambulance immediately? 5:29

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A bit of drama this week raised a question for Kevin Milne. Though it turned out to be nothing serious, Kevin had a bit of a health issue in the middle of the night. He convinced his wife to put off calling an ambulance, in case it came right, but he’s now pondering the question: should you always call one immediately? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.c…

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Ed McKnight: The biggest property crashes in world history and how New Zealand compares 6:15

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Rents are on the decline and housing is becoming increasingly affordable – but is the property market crashing? Ed McKnight joined Jack Tame to look at some of the biggest property crashes in world history, and how they compare to New Zealand’s current property market. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Full Show Podcast: 27 September 2025 1:56:33

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On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for 27th of September 2025, as one third of The Police, Stewart Copeland has played at some of New Zealand’s and the world’s biggest venues, and he tells Jack about his experiences in the music industry. Jack is drawing a line with Apple after the release of a new product. Nici Wickes has a s…

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Catherine Raynes: Habits of High Performers and The Secrets of Secrets 4:24

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Habits of High Performers by James Laughlin In Habits of High Performers, renowned strategist, mental skills coach, and award-winning podcaster James Laughlin uncovers the seven musts of a high-performing life. This collection of principles is a game-changer for anyone wanting to earn more, be healthier, grow, or the best at what they do. Habits of…

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Ruud Kleinpaste: Teaching time in the Marlborough Sounds 4:40

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In case you are trying to call me on the phone in the next few weeks... sorry, leave a message! I’ve just come back after a week on an offshore Island in the Marlborough Sounds – its name is Maud Island (Te Pākeka). One of those wonderful closed Island Reserves, managed by the Department of Conservation. All sorts of pretty special birds and native…

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Paul Stenhouse: Details on the US/China TikTok deal, ad-free subscriptions for Meta services 4:45

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We're learning more about how the TikTok deal will look and just how much money will flow back to China This isn't going to be just an ownership play, which largely explains why US Vice President JD Vance said the price tag for the sale would be about $14 billion – far below the $35-$40 billion estimate analysts had expected. They will have an owne…

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Tara Ward: I Fought the Law, Wayward, House of Guinness 5:12

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I Fought the Law Determined to overturn double jeopardy, Ann takes her fight to the Home Secretary and the House of Lords. The law is eventually repealed, and Julie's killer is finally convicted of murder and given a life sentence at the retrial (TVNZ1 and TVNZ+, from Sunday). Wayward A small-town cop suspects that the local school for troubled tee…

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Nici Wickes: Cheap and Easy Fish Tacos 6:00

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Tacos are a great way to get more vegetables into your diet and they’re quite cheap to make as the fish goes a long way! Makes 6 tacos – enough for 2-3 people Ingredients 100-150g gurnard, cut into three pieces (can use any fish really) ½ tsp sea salt 2 tbsp flour 1 tsp cumin seeds 1 tsp each butter and oil 6 small corn or flour tortillas Guacamole…

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Francesca Rudkin: Prime Minister and Holy Cow 5:36

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Prime Minister Chronicling Jacinda Ardern's tenure as New Zealand PM, navigating crises while redefining global leadership through her empathetic yet resolute approach. Holy Cow After the tragic death of his father, 18-year-old Totone must look after his younger sister and their failing family farm. He assumes even more responsibility when he enter…

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Jack Tame: Drawing the line with Apple 4:09

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I make no bones about it – I'm a bit of an Apple yuppy. I was hooked at a critical time. Travelling across the US as a one-man tv-news-making band, I often found myself in seat 32B on a cut-price red-eye flight, totally dependent on a laptop with sufficient grunt to edit HD video for hours at a time, and sufficient durability so that when it got kn…

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Natch Beaute’s Jackie Johnson Returns to Talk Blephs, Texas Glam, and Second Husbands 55:04

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Comedian and former Natch Beauté host Jackie Johnson is back with us for a candid (and hilarious) chat about beauty, motherhood, and reinvention. She spills on the products she’s currently obsessed with, her recent blepharoplasty, and how becoming a mom reshaped her views on cosmetic enhancements. We also get into her one-woman show How to Get a Se…

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#1769 Music by MaraRiann, Hannah Sears, Blood Harmony, Kate Agerskow, Waxheart, Cayle Fall, Laura Holliday, Shara Strand, Olivia Elizabeth Basar, Elise, Shellye, Eylsia, Lisa Sugar, Everything Velvet ... 1:01:45

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To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.com This show includes the following songs: MaraRiann - Drunk Texts FOLLOW ON ITUNES Hannah Sears - Not This Time FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Blood Harmony - Simple pleasures FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Kate Agerskow - Winter Hymn FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Waxheart - Head First FOLLOW ON SPOTI…

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E101: Magic, Madness, Heaven, Sin: A Line-by-Line Analysis of Taylor Swift’s “Blank Space” 47:22

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"Nice to meet you, where you been? I could show you incredible things..." In this deep dive episode, we dissect one of Taylor Swift's most iconic satirical masterpieces. From the enchanted references that bookend her career to the Shakespeare allusions hidden in plain sight, we explore how "Blank Space" operates as both brilliant satire and surpris…

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#1768 Music by Shelby Blondell, My Mom Is Here, Cat Rian, MacEnzie Blue, Aniya Sparkles, Sweet Dee & the Wild Honeys, Kanin Wren, Arielle Moire-Selvage, Jade Hilton, Mimi’s Revenge, La Raca Flaca, Trouble ... 57:58

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To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.com This show includes the following songs: Shelby Blondell - You've Got A Friend FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY My Mom Is Here - You Just Won't Give Me Love FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Cat Rian - Twenty Three FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY MacEnzie Blue - Love FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Aniya Sparkles - Respe…

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Our Holy Grail Makeup Products, Our Fave Gadgets, & Our Dream Collab 40:47

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You asked, we answered! In this Ask Us Anything episode, we’re spilling on our holy-grail products of all time (spoiler: a new-ish launch made both our lists), the three beauty items we’d cram into our mini purses for a night out, and which gadgets have actually stuck around in our routines. Plus, we dream big about our ultimate collabs. Shop this …

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#1767 Music by Julia Sanders, Tiffany Thompson, Sophie Cozine, Julia Machado, Irina Imme, Anya Kay, Noelle Rene, Gina French, MiaMei, Emma Jane Fab, Tracy, Emma Swift, Leanne Gallati, Sera Selin, Nikki ... 59:52

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To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.com This show includes the following songs: Julia Sanders - Dearer Than Dear FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Tiffany Thompson - Bodies Of Water FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Sophie Cozine - In Shadows FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Julia Machado - Burden FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Irina Imme - Boxes FOLLOW ON SPO…

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#1766 Music by Christa Rooks, Amanda Joy Powell, Kate Stanford, Carrie Yost, Red Letter Society, Taylor Tripodi, Theresa Estel, Toni LaShaun, Alecia Garrick, Madison Hamm, Heather Rosen, Ivana Kamalani ... 1:07:09

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To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.com This show includes the following songs: Christa Rooks - The Light Has Come (feat. Jason Hoard) FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Amanda Joy Powell - Ain't My Jesus Something FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Kate Stanford - Inside Out FOLLOW ON SPOTIFY Carrie Yost - Sticks and Stones FOLLOW ON…