Best Michael Merlin Podcasts (2025)

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SERIES 15: Episode 5 - Girls, Merlin, B London, Fat Tony, Airport Music, Just Being Melani, Pacha 21:19

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We’re in different parts of the world this week, so we’re recording separately and doing tag team recommendations from Soho and the South of France! As always, please send your recommendations to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Girls - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1723816/ Airport Music - https://open.spotify.com/album/063f8Ej8rLVTz9KkjQKEMa?si…

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Ep 117 - Cheapest vs. Most Expensive Date Days at Disney World (air con and arm snuggles) 42:07

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Disney World is an ideal location for the perfect romantic date day - but knowing what to spend your hard earned money on can be tricky! In this week’s episode, we’ve both planned a full day in the parks with the simple task: what is the cheapest and most expensive way to spend a day at the parks? Expect hidden gems, lavish luxuries and endless fun…

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426: ‘The Cutting Edge Latest Supermodel’, With David Smith 2:12:15

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Special guest David Smith returns to the show for a developer's perspective look at WWDC 2025. Sponsored by: TRMNL: A hackable e-ink display. Save $15 with code GRUBER. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code talkshow. Transcripts: Unofficial but surprisingly good. Links: Michael Flarup's mockup for a MacOS 2…

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Mission, Its History and Role in the Adventist Church | Gary Krause 52:05

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In this podcast Gary Krause looks back at some of the early missionaries in the Adventist church, across the various continents of the world and sheds light on the sacrifices that they made early on. We look at some of the challenges and also look at how mission work is going today and what the present needs are.…

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BTB Ep 482: Google is using YouTube videos to train AI; Jeremy Sirota of Merlin 1:01:55

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TOPICS: CNBC is reporting that Google is using YouTubers’ content to train its Veo video platform; Katie Zaccardi’s engagement hacks; we interview Jeremy Sirota, CEO of indie music licensing network Merlin. You can find out more about the Merlin Connect platform and about our guests’ work by visiting merlinnetwork.org. Rate/review/subscribe to the …

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The Empire Podcast: The Movie (with guests Damson Idris, and Ivanna Sakhno) 1:48:08

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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Chris Hewitt break out the bleep machine for a particularly sweary chat with M3GAN 2.0 star, the delightful Ivanna Sakhno, [1:10:44 - 1:23:01 approx] and quietly judge the football team of Damson Idris, star of F1. [24:51 - 37:46 approx] Or F1: The Movie, to give it its full marketing moniker, which in…

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William Tyndale | The Impact on the English Reformation | Sukeshinie Goonatilleke 51:11

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In this Podcast Suki looks into the life of a somewhat forgotten Reformation, yet one who had such a huge impact. Those his life was short, those who he influenced long out lived him and his role as one of the first Reformers in Cambridge to accept and share the reformed teachings, gives him an honoured place in our history.…

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425: ‘Through the Wall Like Kool-Aid Man’, With Chance Miller 1:44:02

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Chance Miller returns to the show to discuss the news and announcements from WWDC 2025. Sponsored by: Factor: Healthy eating, made easy. Get 50% off plus free shipping on your first box with code talkshow50off. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code talkshow. BetterHelp: Give online therapy a try at BetterHe…

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Ep 116 - Ranking Universal Studios Orlando attractions (but also a little bit of hurl) 41:12

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Universal Studios Orlando has always been the home of the movies, taking us to Wizarding Worlds, stunning sets and behind the scenes of your favourite blockbusters. In this week’s episode, we decide, once and for all, what the best attractions are in this great staple of Florida. No minions were harmed by the opinions in the episode!…

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BTB Ep 481: Ryan and Elisa talk creator mental health; musician Jeff Michaels 1:00:06

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TOPICS: ElisaRockDoc co-hosts this week and discusses the “mental health gap” that creators are dealing with; Ryan answers a listener's question about copyright ownership of a track they recorded with a producer; ElisaRockDoc career update; our guest this week is musician Jeff Michaels. Find out more about our guest’s work by visitingwww.jeffmichae…

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Mona Lisa Episode IV: A New Hope (ft. guests Julianne Moore & Michael Pearce, Ralph Fiennes & Jodie Comer) 1:48:56

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It's another packed episode of the Empire Podcast, the show that dares to ask the big questions: isn't the Mona Lisa just a woman sitting down? Who's the richest Northern Irish person? Can you buy stocks in Glen Powell? Join the pod team — Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, James Dyer, and Amon Warmann — as they tackle those questions, discuss the origina…

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How Were Doctrines Developed? | Merlin Burt 1:02:45

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In the development of the doctrines of the SDA church, what role, if any does Ellen White play and what role does the Bible play. In this podcast Dr. Merlin Burt dispels some common myths and using history as our guide shows how some of our key beliefs were formed and what the process was!

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SERIES 15: Episode 4 - Zoe de Pass, Bernard Marr, The Lives of Others, Words Can Fly, Mevo Cameras 46:01

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In this jam-packed edition, we cover sunglasses, poetry, a dining experience and pretzels. As always, please send your recommendations to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Zoe de Pass - https://www.zoedepass.com/ Bernard Marr - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWstLaT61QUc-TvfxOjNpFw The Lives of Others - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0405094/ Wor…

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Going Deep With Colin Trevorrow: An Empire Podcast Interview Special 32:55

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In our latest Empire Podcast interview special, Chris Hewitt sits down (in a swanky London hotel room) with Colin Trevorrow, the director of Jurassic World and Safety Not Guaranteed, to talk about Trevorrow's latest movie, the Prime Video comedy Deep Cover, which he produced and co-wrote. But that's not all — Trevorrow also talks about his choices …

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The Shameless Plug #4 45:21

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The Shameless Plug — the show in which Chris Hewitt and Empire editor Nick de Semlyen sit down and do a deep dive into the contents of the latest issue of Empire — is back, folks, and this one really is fantastic. That's because this month's cover story is The Fantastic Four: First Steps, which inspires Chris and Nick to talk about some of their se…

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Best Practices in a Cyber-Dangerous World 38:31

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Do you feel vulnerable to a cyber-attack, identity theft, or digital hacking? Listen in this month as April Gay, MWM Chief Operating Officer, joins Michael Merlin, MWM Founder, to give you actionable best practices to protect yourself in today’s digital world. This material was prepared by Rockefeller Capital Management. The views expressed of the …

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Ep 115 - Updates and progress in Disney World 2025 (old geezer geyser) 40:29

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The landscape of Walt Disney World is ever changing and 2025 is the year of continuous updates. In this week’s episode, we discuss all the major progress happening across all the parks from new bars and experiences, ride updates and future projects. Who’s ready for a change?

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BTB Ep 480: How AI will impact artists; radio host and entrepreneur Jasmine Ortiz 1:03:05

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TOPICS: Gideon King and Ryan talk about how AI is disrupting the entertainment industry and the impacts that it will have on creative professionals; the Congressional Creators Caucus has been launched, but is it positioned to actually help creators? Our guest this week is artist, radio host, and entrepreneur Jasmine Ortiz. Check out The Jasmine Ort…

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424: ‘Live From WWDC 2025’, With Joanna Stern and Nilay Patel 2:06:04

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Recorded in front of a live audience at The California Theatre in San Jose Tuesday evening, special guests Joanna Stern and Nilay Patel join me to discuss Apple’s announcements at WWDC 2025. Video: This show is available to watch in 4K video on YouTube. 3D video with spatial audio: Exclusively in Sandwich Vision's Theater on Vision Pro, available o…

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Yes, And/Yes, Andor (with guests Jack Lowden, Bryce Dallas Howard, Nick Mohammed & Orlando Bloom) 1:44:41

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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Chris Hewitt sit down in person with Deep Cover stars, Bryce Dallas Howard, Orlando Bloom, and Nick Mohammed, to talk about their experiences playing improvisers who go undercover as fake cops;[1:00:00 - 1:15:52 approx] and on Zoom with Tornado and Slow Horses star, Jack Lowden. [26:15 - 39:20 approx] …

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The Health Message and Its Impact on Mission | Peter Landless 59:51

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This podcast with Dr. Peter Landless looks at the famous Blue Zones and how they are linked to the Adventist Church. In what ways has this lifestyle and message been a part of the Adventist church and how has it benefited those who understand and live by it. This podcast also looks at the progression of understanding in this area and how it applies…

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SERIES 15: Episode 3 - Simpler, Paddington Basin, Lazy Lanyards, Katie Piper, Rated Modern Art 27:28

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We manage to talk about books, a lanyard, art and a beautiful waterway, all while Michael dyes his beard. As always, please send your recommendations to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. Simpler - https://simplerhaircolor.com Paddington Basin - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paddington_Basin Lazy Lanyard - https://www.lazylanyard.co.uk/ Katie Pipe…

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Kyle MacLachlan And Mark Frost On Twin Peaks And David Lynch: An Empire Podcast Interview Special 58:00

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Here's a damn fine special episode of the Empire Podcast for you to enjoy. We're in the grip of Twin Peaks fever all over again — the seminal David Lynch/Mark Frost TV show is being celebrated this Sunday (June 15th) at the BFI Southbank in London with a special 35mm print screening of the show's pilot, and if that weren't enough, every single epis…

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Ep 114 - Weirdest experiences in Orlando (Michael Jackson's healthcare professional) 40:13

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Think of the strangest experience you could possibly have, now imagine that against a backdrop of the sunshine state. In this week’s episode, we explore the weird, wacky and wonderful world of alternative experiences and attractions in Orlando - from museums to crazy theme parks, buckle up for the most absurd episode we’ve ever done!…

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BTB Ep 479: Taylor Swift bought back her masters; Kate Sheeran of the Eastman School of Music 57:01

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TOPICS: Ryan is podcasting from the APME Conference in Memphis; artists are pretending that their videos are AI-generated; Taylor Swift bought her original master recordings back and Ryan and Zak Sloan discuss; our guest this week is Kate Sheeran, the Dean of the Eastman School of Music at the University of Rochester. You can find out more about ou…

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An Award-Losing Podcast (with guests Jai Courtney, Ian McShane, Dean DeBlois) 1:57:01

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This week's episode of the freshly award-losing Empire Podcast sees the podteam lick their wounds after a demoralising defeat in the Best Podcast (Consumer) category at the BSMEs earlier in the week. How do they do this? By talking about movies, of course, as they discuss the week's news (a load of trailers, and a potential new James Cameron movie)…

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Thomas Bilney | Sukeshinie Goonatilleke 33:48

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In this Podcast Suki looks into the life of a somewhat forgotten Reformation, yet one who had such a huge impact. Those his life was short, those who he influenced long out lived him and his role as one of the first Reformers in Cambridge to accept and share the reformed teachings, gives him an honoured place in our history.…

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SERIES 15: Episode 2 - The Glorious Edit, Stories of Surrender, Pete Tong, Mad Men 32:16

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We begin this week with a poem. Then we go for quality over quantity - chatting about a few top shelf recommendations. Send them to our instagram @makingthecutpodcast. The Glorious Edit - https://thegloriousedit.co.uk/ Stories of Surrender - https://www.apple.com/uk/tv-pr/originals/bono-stories-of-surrender/ Pete Tong - https://www.petetong.com/ Ma…

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Ep 113 - Theme park wars: Disney vs Universal with Russ (we're like Loose Women for Orlando) 1:00:32

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Throughout history, epic battles have been fought between rivals to claim their rightful place on top. Disney vs. Universal is no exception. For years in Orlando, Disney World and Universal Resort have competed for our attention with stunning theme parks, relaxing resorts and world class entertainment - but it’s time to decide, who’s winning? This …

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Wade Eastwood On The Stunts Of Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning: An Empire Podcast Interview Special 41:20

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Whether it's Tom Cruise risking his neck underwater, or above ground while clinging to the wing of a biplane, Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning is filled with stunts that might just turn your hair white. That's if you don't lose it completely. That's just one of the side effects discussed in this Empire Podcast interview special, as the fil…

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BTB Ep 478: Innovative ways to promote your music; Cat Henry of Live Music Society 1:01:20

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TOPICS: Ryan and Katie Zaccardi talk about innovative ways that artists can promote their music; Ryan answers a listener's question, registering copyrights in CD releases; we interview Cat Henry of Live Music Society about the Society’s “One Night Live” touring project. You can find out more about our guest’s work by visiting www.livemusicsociety.o…

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Starting In The Middle (with guests Jesse Armstrong, Tim Key, Tom Basden & Carey Mulligan) 1:53:44

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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees the podteam — Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, James Dyer and Alex Godfrey — get to grips with the definition of in media res, as they discuss some of their favourite films that throw you right into the action. Elsewhere, they talk about the week's movie news, pay tribute to Empire's founding editor Barry M…

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The Moravians: Their Role and Impact | Dojcin Zivadinovi 52:46

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This podcast follows on from the last one with Dr. Zivadinovic and discusses the role that the Moravians and Pietism played in the birth and history of the US as well as their role in Europe. Who were the Moravians, how were they connected in any way to John Wesley and do any of these movements exist today, are just some of the questions that are c…

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SERIES 15: Episode 1 - Mission Impossible, Linq, Katie Piper, Shi Heng Yi, Wet Leg 38:38

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After a brief hiatus, we’re back in your ears with an array of fabulous recommendations. This episode covers dog breeds, a movie and a way to safely share intimate photos. And it wouldn’t be a Making the Cut season premiere without a mention of Paul Weller! Can’t wait to hear about your recommendations. Send them to our instagram @makingthecutpodca…

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423: ‘Sewing Machine Repair Shop’, With Patrick McGee 1:32:42

1M ago1:32:42

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Patrick McGee joins the show to discuss his must-read new book, Apple in China -- one of the best books about Apple anyone has ever written. Sponsored by: Factor: Healthy eating, made easy. Get 50% off plus free shipping on your first box. Notion: Your notes, docs, and projects in one space. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a websit…

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Ep 112 - Orlando trip May 2025 recap (POG juice on tap) 54:59

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2025 certainly feels like the year of trips! Following on from an extremely successful visit in February, we travel back to Orlando to explore all the wonders of Disney World and Universal Studios, plus an extra special visit to Epic Universe! Join us this week where we recap our entire May 2025 trip with a review of Epic Universe, the magic of car…

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422: ‘A Monkey on a Rock’, With Stephen Hackett 2:14:46

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Stephen Hackett, proprietor of 512 Pixels and co-founder of Relay (purveyor of many fine podcasts), joins the show. Topics include: IO (or if you will, io), the new joint venture of OpenAI and Jony Ive’s LoveFrom; the sheer fantasy of “Made in America” iPhones; and Fortnite’s return to the US App Store. Sponsored by: WorkOS: The modern identity pla…

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BTB Ep 477: Lana Love talks about “The Rehearsal”; we interview Talia Keys 1:02:10

1M ago1:02:10

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TOPICS: We interview artist Lana Love about her experience on the Nathan Fielder HBO program “The Rehearsal”; we interview indie artist Talia Keys about her latest album being released as part of the “Buy Before Your Stream” initiative. Check out Lana’s latest single, “Antidote,” and find out more about Talia’s work by visiting www.taliakeys.com. R…

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Christopher McQuarrie on The Final Reckoning, Benicio del Toro & Michael Cera on The Phoenician Scheme, Tony Gilroy on Andor s2 (spoilers), and Cannes You Dig It? 1:58:45

1M ago1:58:45

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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Chris Hewitt mark the release of Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning by doing a non-spoiler, non-epic (less than 20 minutes!) chat with that film's director, the legendarily loquacious Christopher McQuarrie, [26:00 - 43:06 approx] and have a lovely natter with the stars of the new Wes Anderson fi…

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John Wesley: Founder of Methodism | Eugene Prewitt 48:43

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This podcast with Eugene Prewitt looks into the life of John Wesley, his childhood and upbringing, his mother and his time at University. What made him who he was and formed the fabric of his life that would later impact so many other people?

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The Shameless Plug #3: Jurassic World Rebirth And Other Animals 39:22

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The Shameless Plug — the show in which Chris Hewitt and Empire editor, Nick de Semlyen, sit down and talk you through the latest issue of Empire — is back for its third episode, folks. This one is dedicated to issue 441 of Empire (on sale now at all good, evil, and virtual newsagents), which features Jurassic World Rebirth on the cover, and Nick ta…

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Ep 111 - Everything you didn't know about Tower of Terror (grip people or people need to grip) 43:17

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Hollywood 1939. Amid the glitz and the glitter of a bustling young movie town at the height of its golden age, we invite you to drop into the entire history of Tower of Terror. In this week's episode, we dive deep into one of Hollywood Studios most beloved attractions and fill you with fun facts, historical details, and creepy backstories. We invit…

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BTB Ep 476: “The Rehearsal” created a fake singing competition; music from Anora 1:03:15

1M ago1:03:15

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TOPICS: Break the Business guest Lana Love was tricked into competing in a fake reality singingcompetition on Nathan Fielder’s “The Rehearsal” program; the Copyright Office issued a report onwhether using copyright works to train AI platforms is considered fair use; we interview Doug Martin(Doug Martin Quartet) and Chris SD (Sync Songwriter), two m…

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The Extraordinary Miss Flower: An Empire Podcast Interview Special 30:31

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Iain Forsyth and Jane Pollard's The Extraordinary Miss Flower is part-concert film, part-performance art piece inspired by the life of its subject, a woman called Geraldine Flower. When she passed away a few years ago, her daughter Zoe discovered a number of letters, written over the years by suitors of Geraldine's, which painted a picture of a wil…

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Rosamund Pike & Matthew Rhys, Final Destination Bloodlines directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, Superman and Spelling Bees 1:38:49

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This week's episode of the BSME Awards-nominated Empire Podcast had better not be the episode that the BSME Awards judging panel listens to ahead of voting, or our nomination might be rescinded. Which is to say, chaos reigns as Chris Hewitt returns — eventually, after being waylaid by a McQ&A — to the hosting chair, and is joined by Helen O'Hara, J…

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Ep 110 - Ranking Animal Kingdom attractions from worst to best (you need to stop stealing chips) 43:02

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In the final episode of our Disney World ranking episodes, we finally decide the greatest attractions and experiences at Animal Kingdom. With so many ways to spend your day from incredible shows, jaw-dropping attractions and serene walks, let us put you through your paces on our safari ride through the parks best and worst attractions.…

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BTB Ep 475: Sam Smith caught in the copyright buzzsaw; Trevor Swenson of Dynamic Talent International 59:43

2M ago59:43

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TOPICS: Sam Smith is the latest victim of copyright litigation run amok; Ryan and Zak answer a listener's question about “cancellation fees”; we interview Dynamic Talent International CEO Trevor Swenson about his company’s recent expansion into K-pop and what artists can learn from that genre of music. You can find out more about our guest’s work b…

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Lily Gladstone & Kelly Marie Tran, Great Actor/Director Pairings, Tariffs and Teen Movies 1:39:12

2M ago1:39:12

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It's another cracking episode of the (freshly award-nominated) Empire Podcast this week, folks, as Helen O'Hara slips into the hosting chair and tries to wrestle James Dyer and Alex Godfrey into shape as they talk about changeable movie titles, great actor/director pairings, Alex's favourite teen movies, the week's movie news including Donald Trump…

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The Reformation, Law and Logic | Don Mackintosh 51:04

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The Ten Commandments feature prominently throughout the Old and New Testaments, but how did they feature during the Reformation. In this podcast Pastor Don Mackintosh looks at the important role they play and their continued relevance and significance today.

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Ep 109 - Ranking Hollywood Studios attractions from worst to best (all I've done is save the resistance) 41:44

2M ago41:44

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How do you decide which attractions to skip at Hollywood Studios? With so many unforgettable experiences ranging from spectacular shows, amazing attractions and immersive worlds, this can sometimes seem like a mammoth task. Fear not and makes some judgements by agreeing or disagreeing with our ranking of the top attractions at the park. In this wee…