Best Three Bonus Points Podcasts (2025)

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ON WRITING... With Salman Rushdie and Kazuo Ishiguro 24:18

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13h ago24:18

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Welcome to another special edition of How to Fail, where I revisit conversations from the How to Fail archives. Each week, we shine a light on a particular theme, hopefully offering inspiration, perspective and comfort through the words of past guests. This week’s theme is on writing - appropriately, because my new book ‘One of Us’ is out this week…

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Diary of a Provincial Lady 45:39

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Fall asleep fast to the Diary of a Provincial Lady by E M Delafield. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod Order your copy of the Just Sleep b…

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Some Questions Answered, More To Be Asked In Second Day Of Columbus Blue Jackets Training Camp 27:48

2d ago27:48

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We are two days into training camp for the Blue Jackets, and some questions have been answered, like who gets that top line LW spot (Dmitri Voronkov), but some of the on ice decisions have spawned more questions (why are Kent Johnson and Zach Aston Reese on the third line?) We discuss and also remind ourselves not to overreact to two days worth of …

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Emily of New Moon: The Book of Yesterday - Classic Sleep Story 42:17

20m ago42:17

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Drift off to sleep tonight with the continuation of Emily of New Moon by L.M Montgomery. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod Order your copy…

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Columbus Blue Jackets Training Camp Opens With Minor Injuries And Major Questions 35:38

4d ago35:38

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Training camp photos and medicals for Blue Jackets training camp were yesterday, and today they get on the ice for real! We break down the roster, whether there are any surprises, talk about the minor injuries to some players, and talk about the burning questions to be answered in camp like "Who is going to play with Monahan and Marchenko?" and "Wi…

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Columbus Blue Jackets Coach and GM Say Anything Less Than Playoffs Is A FAILURE 33:50

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Monday was media day before training camp opens this morning for the Blue Jackets, and we heard from GM Don Waddell, Coach Dean Evason, and leadership group Boone Jenner, Zach Werenski, Sean Monahan and Adam Fantilli. We discuss all that was said, including whether or not Fantilli will be getting a letter this season, how justified the playoff opti…

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Mark Ronson - The Stories Behind ‘Uptown Funk,’ Amy Winehouse & ‘I’m Just Ken’ 50:59

5d ago50:59

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Content Warning: This episode contains mentions of drug use. Mark Ronson is the hitmaker behind some of the most iconic music of the past two decades. A nine-time Grammy-winning producer, DJ, and Oscar-winning songwriter (yes - he wrote “I’m Just Ken”), Ronson has collaborated with legends like Lady Gaga, Paul McCartney, Miley Cyrus and Duran Duran…

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You’re Not Lazy—You’re Exhausted (And Here’s Why That Matters) 14:15

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Ever called yourself lazy because you couldn’t get back to the studio, the page, or the stage? The truth is—it’s usually not laziness. It’s creative exhaustion. And that difference matters. In this episode you’ll discover: 🎯 Why artists confuse exhaustion with laziness 🧠 What psychology reveals about burnout and creativity 🌱 How to recover your ene…

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BONUS: When You Feel Like a Failing Mom: God's Sufficient Grace in Pregnancy Struggles 35:29

7h ago35:29

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Send us a text In this vulnerable bonus episode, I'm sharing the hardest month of my third pregnancy—battling severe anxiety and depression while navigating morning sickness, parenting struggles, and feeling completely overwhelmed as a mom of two expecting her third baby. This isn't the polished, faith-filled message I usually share. This is me in …

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328. The Murder of Suzanne Morphew Part 1 of 2 -- Rocky Mountain High 1:22:15

6d ago1:22:15

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A Colorado mom goes for a bike ride on Mother’s Day and disappears. Or at least, that’s what her husband says. The question remains, who killed Suzanne Morphew. Check out our new True Crime Substack the True Crime Times Check out our other show The Prosecutors: Legal Briefs for discussion on cases, controversial topics, or conversations with conten…

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Columbus Blue Jackets Prospects Finish Tournament Strong With Overtime Winner 26:43

7d ago26:43

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They almost biffed it, but a last minute game tying goal from Charlie Elick and an OT game winner from Nicolas Sima gives the Blue Jackets prospects a 2-1 record at the Buffalo prospect tournament this summer! We discuss the stand-outs from this game, the tournament in general, and whether any of the camp invites can leverage that into a training c…

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ON GRIEF… With Mo Gawdat and Bonnie Tyler 13:28

8d ago13:28

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Welcome to the newest evolution of How to Fail! Each week, I’ll be diving into the archives to spotlight key themes that have come up throughout my conversations with How to Fail guests. I’ll be sharing bite-sized takeaways every Monday to support, inspire and help with whatever you might be going through. This week’s theme is a big one: we’re talk…

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The Bridal Party 43:50

14m ago43:50

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Can't sleep? Quiet your mind with this short story by F Scott Fitzgerald. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod Order your copy of the Just Sl…

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Columbus Blue Jackets Trade For Goalie Ivan Fedotov; Get Their AHL Starter 13:01

8d ago13:01

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EDIT: I mention in this that Fedotov is waivers exempt, this is incorrect. HOWEVER, the cap hit (3.2M) should be big enough that teams should be discouraged from claiming him on waivers, especially considering his stats. The Blue Jackets finally have the third goalie that Don Waddell wanted in Ivan Fedotov. We discuss the low risk medium-ish return…

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Luca Pinelli Drives The Engine In 7-5 Win Over Sabres For The Columbus Blue Jackets 24:03

8d ago24:03

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The Blue Jackets rebounded from the 8-2 loss on Thursday with a 7-5 win over the Sabres last night, driven by a 4 point night from Luca Pinelli, who is the little engine that could for the CBJ. We discuss his strong game, Guillaume Richard's continued calmness in the defensive zone, and some prospects who continue to struggle, but why that's not a …

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Columbus Blue Jackets Prospecs Struggle vs Devils, But Pinelli And Keskinen Shine 28:53

10d ago28:53

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Rough go of things for the Blue Jackets prospect in their opening game of the tournament, as they lose 8-2 to the Devils. But there isn't any reason for panic, this is pretty much expected. We explain why this happened, talk about the goaltending sounding worse than it looked, and about the stand-outs both positive and negative before looking at th…

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Yosemite: The Big Trees - Sleep Story 42:35

26m ago42:35

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Drift off to sleep tonight with a chapter from Yosemite by John Muir. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod Order your copy of the Just Sleep …

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PROSPECT WATCH: Who Needs To Stand Out For The Columbus Blue Jackets This Weekend? 30:50

11d ago30:50

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We finally have hockey! The Blue Jackets kick off their prospect tournament in Buffalo tonight vs the New Jersey Devils prospects, so we're looking at the CBJ roster, talking about who needs to have a big tournament to carry them into the upcoming training camp, and talk about Luca Marrelli's torn labrum and what that means for him and the Clevelan…

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Is Being A Lottery Team The WORST Case Scenario For The Columbus Blue Jackets? 27:32

12d ago27:32

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The Blue jackets have high expectations this year. But there are a lot of things that can go wrong. Is it worse to be a lottery team and in the running for Gavin McKenna, or worse to be a mushy middle team that doesn't get the joy of the playoffs or the potential of a high draft pick? We discuss, and look at all the things that can go wrong this se…

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Tom Ellis - Fatherhood, Surrogacy and Years of Therapy 49:40

19d ago49:40

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You may know Tom Ellis as the devilishly charming lead in Netflix’s Lucifer, or as the lovable Gary in the BBC sitcom Miranda. He's also made waves in the U.S., starring alongside Gina Rodriguez in Players, and appearing in Hulu’s Tell Me Lies, created by his wife, Meghan Oppenheimer. In 2023, Tom and Meghan welcomed a daughter via surrogate, addin…

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Creativity vs. Survival Mode: Reconnecting When Life’s Been Too Much 11:40

20d ago11:40

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Life gets heavy—bills, family, burnout. Suddenly, your art disappears and you don’t feel like yourself. In this episode: 🎯 Why survival mode shuts down creativity 🧠 How to separate your identity from your output 🌱 Tiny steps to begin reconnecting with your art ––– 🎁 Free guide mentioned in this episode: Stuck in a Creative Rut 👉 https://larabiancap…

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18. [Listener Favorite Replay] How Birth & Motherhood Reflects the Gospel (Originally Ep. 7) 20:21

7d ago20:21

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Send us a text While I take a short rest during my first trimester, I’m bringing back one of the most meaningful episodes of the podcast. This conversation has resonated deeply with so many mamas, reminding us that birth and motherhood are not just physical experiences, but also powerful reflections of the gospel. If you’re longing for encouragemen…

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326. The Disappearance of Glen and Bessie Hyde Part 1 of 2 -- The River of Dreams 1:08:11

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It was supposed to be a record-breaking trip, the adventure of a lifetime. But when Glen and Bessie Hyde didn't come home from their rafting trip down the Colorado River, the Grand Canyon's greatest mystery was born. Check out our new True Crime Substack the True Crime Times Check out our other show The Prosecutors: Legal Briefs for discussion on c…

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Pinocchio - A Classic Fairy Tale Bedtime Story (Encore) 40:55

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Can't sleep? Quiet your mind with the classic fairy tale bedtime story, Pinocchio. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/support Or, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppod Order your copy of th…

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UNDERDOGS: How Underestimated Were The Columbus Blue Jackets Last Year? 35:35

25d ago35:35

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The Blue Jackets were underdogs most of last year. How likely is that to continue this year? We look at how often other teams played their starter or back-up goalie against the CBJ, broke the data down into the first 41 games and the last 41 games, and then talk about how the Blue Jackets need to get to a position where they are good enough to face…

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Time of Death 40:04

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Small clues at the crime scene could lead to a breakthrough in the case. The autopsies of Marie, Theresia, Samantha, and Sabrina raise serious questions about George Altidor’s alibi that he was at work at the time of the murders. As detectives close in, George submits to a lie detector test and the shocking results lead to a major shift in the inve…

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Failure Throwback: Jameela Jamil 58:34

26d ago58:34

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Jameela Jamil is an actor, activist, and founder of the I Weigh movement. From teaching English to starring in The Good Place, Jameela shares the highs, lows, and radical honesty that define her journey. This episode first went out in February 2021. We talk about: Her struggle to be a "good" celebrity Body image battles and self-kindness Financial …

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POWER PLAY PROBLEMS: How The Columbus Blue Jackets Can Fix The Man Advantage 35:05

27d ago35:05

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The power play was better this year for the Blue Jackets, but still not good, coming in at 24th overall league wide. This has to improve, especially if the CBJ want to be a playoff team this year. The good news is, all the things that they need to fix the PP are already on the team. The bad news is that relying on one player being in the lineup for…

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What If You’re Not Making Anything Right Now? 17:50

17d ago17:50

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🎙 What If You’re Not Making Anything Right Now? You used to love creating. Now you’re paralyzed by doubt. What if not making anything doesn’t mean you’ve failed—it just means you’re human? In this episode: 🎯 Why creative block feels heavier than silence itself 🧠 The psychology of avoidance loops and why survival mode hijacks your creativity 🌱 Simpl…

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17. [Listener Favorite Replay] Anxiety & Depression: The Hidden Cost of Trying to Control Birth & Motherhood (Originally Ep. 6) 52:24

14d ago52:24

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Send us a text While I’m taking a short season of rest during my first trimester, I’m bringing back one of the most impactful and listened-to conversations we’ve had on the podcast. If you’ve ever wrestled with fear that your birth or postpartum might not go the way you hoped, or if you’ve struggled in the weeks after bringing your baby home, this …

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325. The West Memphis 3 Part 24 -- Theories 1:45:02

28d ago1:45:02

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And so, we reach the end. We discuss our theories in the case of the West Memphis 3. What's the evidence of guilt? Of innocence? And most importantly, who murdered Stevie, Michael, and Christopher? Check out our new True Crime Substack the True Crime Times Check out our other show The Prosecutors: Legal Briefs for discussion on cases, controversial…