Conversations with journalists, academics and writers on Turkey and its region. New episode every two weeks.
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Two Binary People Podcasts
Two lifelong friends muse over media that showcases Black women, femmes, and non-binary people. Season 2 premieres in October 2022 and focuses on Black Speculative fiction.
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Binary to Billions unveils the human stories behind technology's greatest successes, exploring the journeys of visionary leaders who've transformed from humble beginnings into category-defining companies. Join host Rob Scott as he discovers the pivotal moments, tough decisions, and invaluable lessons that shape both technological breakthroughs and the people behind them.
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Two Binary people discussing real life events. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/twobinarypeople/support
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Everything You Know About Disability is Wrong is a podcast for the disability community by the disability community, hosted by two disabled women. But if you’re not disabled, listen in to learn about real issues, celebrations, and conversations disabled people are having in their communities. Powered by Easterseals.
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An epic space opera audioseries podcast. Journey to Vela and Heimavinna, two planets in the binary system. Listen as two people share details of their lives on these separate worlds. Enjoy the friendships, the laughter, and the love all with space flight, politics, and lots of discovery! The twist – the two stories are written in pen-pal style by two writers who are unaware of what the other will send.
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Fully Amplified is the new podcast from Futures Theatre. Discover untold stories from women and non-binary people combined with original drama from the UK's most dynamic writers. Exploring love, family, activism, and home, Fully Amplified features extraordinary stories that demand to be heard. www.futurestheatre.co.uk
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Welcome to Proud Conception, a podcast that explores the diverse parenthood journeys of LGBTQ+ families in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Each episode dives into real stories of parenthood, focusing on the lived experiences of queer parents as they navigate the path to building their families. Keep listening for the expert interviews where we hear from the people supporting these paths to parenthood. This podcast is about giving voice to the many ways LGBTQ+ families come to be and creating a world ...
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Welcome to the Bored & Bitter Podcast! We're two bored bimbos in our mid (to late...) twenties bitching about nothing new. This podcast is for gays, girlies, non-binary people, and ugh... straight men? Listen into hear about our extravagant lives, where we dive into the good, the bad, and the ugly (except not us because we're hot). Subscribe for more sexy and stunning content.
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Adventures in Time and Gender, the time travelling trans history drama podcast series. Performed by a trans and non-binary cast, developed with a group of trans and non-binary young people, written by Jason Barker and directed by Krishna Istha.
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(Previously the podcast known as "Up In Smoke") Hosts Raina Bowers, Rachel Bunning, Tiana Gaudioso and host / sound producer Jaye McAuliffe are on a mission to find creative women, non-binary people, and trans men starting artistic fires and supporting each other. Each episode is an audio story about the challenges and triumphs of being an artist. @wemustignite
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Do you ever have questions about the Bible, but were afraid to ask? I have too, but I was fortunate enough to have people in my life that I could ask. I decided to share my questions about the Bible, God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit in this podcast format with the thought that others may benefit from these conversations. "So, What do you think?" was started. This podcast also includes trials and tribulations or just things that helped us grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ. We hope you ...
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Podcast Your Story is all about helping purpose-driven women own their voice and share their stories as powerful podcast guests and hosts. Whether you’re dreaming of becoming a sought-after podcast guest, ready to launch your own show, or grow an existing podcast, Podcast Your Story is here to guide and support you every step of the way. Listen to inspiring stories from women who are using podcasting to amplify their voices, share their stories, and grow their visibility. Host Dr. Julie Mart ...
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Fast Forward is a research project concerned with women in photography based at University for the Creative Arts. Started in 2014 with a panel discussion at Tate Modern, the project has established a significance within the world of photography for highlighting the work of women photographers and for questioning the way that the established canons have been formed. Fast Forward is designed to promote and engage with women and non-binary people in photography across the globe. There are milli ...
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Writer Grace Timothy explores what it’s really like to live with ADHD with other women and non-binary people. ----- I was diagnosed with ADHD when I was 37, and I’m still getting my head around what it means for me, in terms of my past, present and future. Now we’re finally waking up to the fact that ADHD isn’t just for little boys, I want to better understand what the lived experience of ADHD is, and how the day-to-day really feels. I’m asking the big questions: Is it why I’m rubbish at pho ...
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Diversity Science is a podcast produced by the Institute for Diversity Science at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. It features interviews with leading researchers on issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Institute is focused on research on the causes of group-based discrimination and effective ways to eliminate them.
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Expert Dr. Olivia Stuart: Queer family building using a fertility clinic, a primer
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46:09This week, I’m thrilled to share our second expert episode with the incredible Dr. Olivia Stuart of Fertility Associates. Olivia is a gynaecologist, obstetrician, and fertility subspecialist meaning she can walk alongside individuals and couples from their initial fertility consultations through to the birth of their pēpi. Olivia came highly recomm…
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What are the main things you put in your life? What are they and what should they be? Email: [email protected] Robert, Helen, JJ and Missy
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Did you think we would let Black Speculative Fiction month go by without an acknowledgement? Nah.
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You didn't think Black Speculative Fiction month was going to conclude without an episode from us, did you? Hoodoo Hairston (Lady H), Madame Pearl (Madam Lazet), Delta Rease (Mo_Rease), Smoke Coleman (Rhayne Coleman) and Lady D recorded our thoughts on Sinners back in the Spring. This is part one of our discussion and we go in. Here are some of the…
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Beyond the Binary: Maria Pendolino on Disability, Fat Liberation, and Voiceover
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1:07:39Voice actor Maria Pendolino joins Lily for an episode that challenges the narrow way society views disability. Maria shares her experiences as an ambulatory mobility-aid user, explaining how fluctuating conditions are often misunderstood or erased in media and medicine. With candid honesty, she connects her journey of psoriatic arthritis, knee repl…
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Nora Fisher Onar on Turkish political history beyond binaries
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31:26Nora Fisher Onar on “Contesting Pluralism(s): Islamism, Liberalism, and Nationalism in Turkey and Beyond” (Cambridge University Press). The book challenges the common belief that a binary contest between "Islam" and "secularism" is the driving force behind Turkey's modern history. Please support Turkey Book Talk on Patreon or Substack. Supporters g…
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In a lost episode of Grappling With Soaps, Mrs. Ashly and Ms. Semi recap Summerslam 2025. Later the ladies and JJ discuss the fallout of Summerslam and more. It's a recap of what we missed this summer in wrestling. Citations available upon request.
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GWS: Fans go Beyond the Gates with Feedback (pt1)
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1:26:56Howdy Watchers, As you know, we have been covering Beyond the Gates (BTG) since it's premier, but you've mainly heard from us- Ms. Semi, JJ and Mrs. Ashly. You've also heard from Mo_Rease, but you hadn't heard from Watch With You co-host Lady D, nor Queen Melmendi and soap newbie Fade to Black. Well, you are going to hear from them in this episode.…
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Ray Nolan - The Programmer Who Refused to Play by Silicon Valley Rules
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49:33In this episode, host Rob Scott sits down with Ray Nolan, the Irish tech legend who turned college dropout into billion-pound business builder—all without venture capital. Ray's story demolishes Silicon Valley mythology with cold, hard pragmatism and customer-funded growth. Starting as a self-taught programmer who abandoned electrical engineering, …
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Oli: Solo, non-binary birthing parent, clinic and known donor, IUI, IVF and at-home insemination, infertility, & gender transition amidst parenting
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54:29This week on Proud Conception, we sit down with Oli—a non-binary solo parent to a spirited two-and-a-half-year-old, Francis. Oli’s conception journey has a bit of everything: fertility clinics, two different clinic donors, IUI and IVF, and finally, success through a low-tech at-home insemination with a known donor met through a mutual friend. Along…
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I Have This Against You...Have You Forgotten Your First Love?
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22:36Join us in this episode to talk about when we first fell in love with Jesus. We all have gotten so busy with God's business that we forget to spend time with Jesus. Maybe our busy lives take us away or the chaos of this world distracts us. Jesus invites us back to fall in love with Him again. Be amazed by nature that He created, be thankful for the…
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Start Now: Matthew Shapiro on Advocacy & Workplace Accessibility
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52:06Matthew Shapiro, founder and CEO of Six Wheels Consulting, joins hosts Lily Newton and Erin Hawley for a candid conversation about language, work culture, and the everyday practice of access. Matthew unpacks how assumptions show up in daily life, why “disabled” is a valuable identifier, and what it means to balance personal energy with public advoc…
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Podcasting Goals That Actually Matter for Your Business with Alesia Galati
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42:11Join us for a conversation that will inspire you to approach your podcasting efforts with renewed focus and enthusiasm. In this episode, Julie sits down with Alesia Galati, a podcasting strategist and production agency owner, to explore the transformative power of sharing our stories through audio. We dive deep into the strategic side of podcasting…
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Sean Mathews on Greece's regional comeback amid rivalry with Turkey
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39:22Sean Mathews on “The New Byzantines: The Rise of Greece and Return of the Near East” (Hurst). The book examines Greece's comeback as a regional player, arguing that this has been triggered in large part by neighbouring Turkey's own increasing assertiveness. Please support Turkey Book Talk on Patreon or Substack. Supporters get a 35% discount on all…
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Tomas Gorny - No Exit Strategy, Maximum Impact: Rethinking Entrepreneurial Success
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39:34What does it take to transform from a young immigrant surviving on dollars a day to building one of America's most successful unified communications companies? In this powerful episode of Binary to Billions, we sit down with Tomas Gorny, founder and CEO of Nextiva, whose extraordinary journey embodies the American entrepreneurial dream. Born in com…
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Just Between Us: Disability Language, Pride & Power
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23:49Your co-hosts Erin & Lily bring another “Just Between Us” conversation to Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong. This time, they’re diving into disability language: why euphemisms like “differently abled” miss the mark, how identity-first vs. person-first language is used, and why words matter but shouldn’t overshadow the bigger fights for …
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Laura: A gestational surrogate's perspective
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1:11:09This week’s episode features Laura, a two-time gestational surrogate with a powerful story and a big heart. Laura has carried a pregnancy before for two gay dads and is now five weeks pregnant again with surrogate pēpi number two for a different set of dads, former MP and broadcaster Tamati Coffey and his partner Tim. Many folks in the LGBTQ+ commu…
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In this episode of the podcast we discuss "Who Are You?" Are you what the world says you are? Or are you what Christ says you are?By Robert, Helen, JJ and Missy
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How Podcasting Empowers Women to Share Their Authentic Voices and Experiences
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18:36On International Podcast Day, I had the pleasure of connecting with my friend and fellow podcaster, Elaine Williams, to celebrate the incredible impact of podcasting. As we reflected on our shared passion, we explored the unique power this medium holds to create meaningful connections, share personal stories, and leave a lasting legacy. The Persona…
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Perin Gurel on the history of comparing Turkey and Iran in the West
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36:43Perin Gurel on “Türkiye, Iran, and the Politics of Comparison: America's Wife, America's Concubine” (Cambridge University Press). The book explores the cultural history of Turkey–Iran comparisons in the West, from Cold War-era modernisation theory to post-9/11 studies of “moderate Islam”. Please support Turkey Book Talk on Patreon or Substack. Supp…
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Ms. Semi, Mrs. Ashly and JJ unveil a new format for our wrestling talks. Topics covered today include Wrestlemania moving to Saudi Arabia, AAA, NXT's Homecoming and more. Please let us know what you think of the new format. Citations are available upon the request.
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Mark Bunnell: Disrupting Telecommunications One Innovation at a Time
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37:53Join host Rob Scott as he sits down with Mark Bunnell, Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of Nuwave Communications Inc., for an inside look at building and scaling a telecommunications company in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape. Mark shares his entrepreneurial journey from the early vision that sparked Nuwave Communications to the op…
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In this special short episode, JJ and Mrs. Ashly recap the aftermath of Drew's shooting for Ms. Semi (and you).
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Disability as Strategy: Dylan M. Rafaty on Leadership, Access and Impact
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55:19Dylan M. Rafaty, President and CEO of the North Texas Disability Chamber, joins Lily Newton and Erin Hawley to talk about disability acceptance and advocacy. With clarity and conviction, Dylan outlines why disability should never be treated as an act of charity. Instead, he frames it as a strategic investment that drives innovation, empowers commun…
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There are 9 words in the Greek language that are interpreted as the English word Love. We explore 3 of these words in this week’s episode…sort of? Email: [email protected] Robert, Helen, JJ and Missy
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Tayla: Two mums, Facebook donor, at-home insemination & the low maintenance way to have a baby
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1:06:47This week’s guest slid into my DMs and boy am I glad she did! Tayla, fiancé to Jess and mummy to 3-year-old Angus, is raw, real and so relatable. In this episode, she takes us through the step-by-step of at-home insemination with hilarious detail and finding their sperm donor through a Facebook donation group; an approach she jokingly calls the “lo…
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Gokhan Bacik on Turkey's citizenship-selling programme
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31:36Gokhan Bacik on his article “Selling Citizenship in Turkey: Political Parties, Pragmatism, and Polarization,” recently published in the journal “Nationalism and Ethnic Politics”. The article examines the government's Citizenship By Investment scheme, its economic and social consequences, and the way it has been discussed – or avoided – in the natio…
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Michael Tessler - From Two-Person Startup to $1.9B Cloud Communications Empire
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45:41Join host Rob Scott for an extraordinary conversation with Michael Tessler, the visionary co-founder and former CEO of BroadSoft who literally created the Unified Communications-as-a-Service industry. In 1998, while others focused on hardware, Michael saw the future: enterprise communications would shift to software delivered over the internet. Dis…
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For only the second time in mankind’s history we can speak the same language. The first is found in Genesis where Noah’s descendants spoke the same language and attempted to build a tower to heaven. To be like God. The second is now through binary code. Email: [email protected] Robert, Helen, JJ and Missy
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Why Your Unique Story Deserves to Be Heard: Lessons I learned from a Cyndi Lauper Concert
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40:38In this heartfelt episode, I open up about my personal journey and the experiences that led me to podcasting. From childhood dance recitals to a recent Cyndi Lauper concert, I reflect on the power of storytelling and its impact on our lives. I share my unexpected path from higher education to podcast coaching, including the challenges and uncertain…
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Marty: Two dads, permanent foster care, managing complex needs & supporting rainbow families at work
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58:33In this episode of Proud Conception, we speak with Marty, who is husband to Mike (for 30 years!), and dad to their son Xavier, who’s now 18. Their family’s journey began before marriage equality, at a time when adoption and surrogacy were limited pathways for queer couples in Aotearoa. Instead, Marty and Mike pursued permanent foster care which led…
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Hello there! Mrs. Ashly, Ms. Semi and JJ reunite to talk about soaps. We delve briefly into Days, YR and B & B-the Lionshare of our talk centers around GH and BTG. We dive right in because we had lots on our mind. We hope you had a great summer. Stay tuned for our next episode which is all about wrestling! Citation available upon request.…
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Amy Marie Spangler on Leyla Erbil's dark vision of Istanbul's history
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27:37Amy Marie Spangler on the late great author Leyla Erbil's What Remains. First published in 2011, the book is a multilayered narrative that sweeps from the Byzantine Empire to 20th century Turkey. It is also a dark elegy to the Istanbul of eras past and all that has been lost in its transformation. Please support Turkey Book Talk on Patreon or Subst…
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Mo, JJ, and Ms. Semi continue their book discussion with a reaction of smutty smut smut from the gang and then about 30 minutes in, they venture beyond the gates chat about our soaps. See how well we did with our predictions. Citation Available Upon Request.
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We talk about what it means when God refines us through trials and hard times, and we offer encouragement for these times. Our endurance and trust in God through hard seasons brings honor to God and prepares us for the day when we will see Christ face to face! Email us at [email protected] Robert, Helen, JJ and Missy
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Expert Dr. George Parker: Inclusive pregnancy care & studying rainbow families nationwide
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44:12In our first expert episode of the season, we sit down with Dr. George Parker, senior lecturer of health service delivery at Victoria University of Wellington. With a clinical background in midwifery and a PhD in sociology, George has dedicated their career to making perinatal spaces safer and more inclusive for rainbow whānau. We talk about the co…
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Özgür Özkan on the 'dangerous illusion' of Turkey's PKK peace bid
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34:24Özgür Özkan, visiting scholar at the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University, on the domestic and regional implications of Turkey's push for the Kurdish militant group's dissolution. The conversation digs into issues raised by his recent article “Turkey's Dangerous Illusion of Peace with the PKK”. Please support Turkey Book Talk on…
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JJ had a recording cancellation and sent out the Bat signal to fellow readers Mo_Rease and Ms. Semi. We aim to fill up your TBR lists, so please listen with a pen and paper handy. We will back with part two soon and with a chat about Beyond the Gates.
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As children we see God the Father through the lenses of our earthly father. How does that impact our lives?By Robert, Helen, JJ and Missy
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Camila: Two mums, known donor, at-home insemination, & connecting rainbow families across Aotearoa
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58:03In this conversation on Proud Conception, we speak with Camila, a queer parent originally from Argentina and now based in Ōtautahi. We discuss her international love story with wife Hannah, the logistics of building a family with a known donor and using low tech, at-home insemination techniques, having a supportive GP, forming a written agreement w…
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Christopher Dole on psychiatry and disaster in Turkey
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39:12Christopher Dole on “Living On: Psychiatry and the Future of Disaster in Turkey” (Stanford University Press). The book examines the psychiatric response to the deadly 1999 Marmara Earthquake, examining the legacy of the earthquake in the lives of its survivors and the Turkish mental health professionals who responded to it. Please support Turkey Bo…
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Showing Up Authentically: Amanda Steijlen on Confidence, Connection & Care
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55:58Amanda Steijlen is a therapist, lifestyle creator, and founder of Wheelie Big Dreams, a nonprofit that helps people with disabilities pursue their goals. She also leads True Bloom Therapy, supporting clients through life transitions with strategies that are both practical and grounded. In this episode, Amanda shares her path to mental health work, …
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We will look at who owns the world and all it's people. What have we done to God's creation? What is God's response to our actions? We are going to look at the first six judgements from God. The six seal judgements...will you be there? Email: [email protected] Robert, Helen, JJ and Missy
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Mustafa Kutlay on Turkey's middle power dilemmas
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34:25Mustafa Kutlay on his recent Foreign Affairs article “Turkey's Middle-Power Dilemma”, examining the successes and failures of Ankara's bid to carve out a greater role in the emerging multipolar world. Please support Turkey Book Talk on Patreon or Substack. Supporters get a 35% discount on all Turkey/Ottoman History books published by IB Tauris/Bloo…
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Power of Storytelling: Navigating Grief & Chronic Illness with Melissa Reich of Your Bish Therapist
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1:06:02Navigating Loss and Healing Through Shared Stories Grief is a complex journey that touches us all, yet we often struggle to navigate its unpredictable terrain. In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Melissa Reich, a licensed therapist and host of the "Your Bish Therapist" podcast, to explore the intricate layers of loss, healing, and resilience…
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In our last podcast we discussed some words that are used a lot by believers and are sometimes misunderstood . In this weeks podcast we have chosen more words that can have a deeper meaning and we clarify what they mean. Words like Holy, Lord, Chaos/Evil and Baptism that will help you grow closer to Jesus Christ. Email us with any questions at swdy…
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Lou: Two mums, IUI, clinic donor sperm, male role models & remembering the bigger picture
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54:02In this episode of Proud Conception, we speak with Lou about life in Christchurch with her wife Libby, their two boys, and Libby’s niece. Lou shares their journey using a local fertility clinic, navigating multiple rounds of donor selection, and making tough decisions after several unsuccessful IUI attempts. She openly discusses some challenges dur…
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Steph: Two mums, donor sperm, IUI, reciprocal IVF, infertility, miscarriage and being financially prepared
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52:11In this episode of Proud Conception we speak with Steph, a queer parent from Germany now living in New Zealand, about her journey to parenthood with her wife Kat. Steph discusses the challenges faced in Germany's legal landscape for LGBTQ+ families, the emotional rollercoaster of fertility treatments, the complexities of using donor sperm and the p…
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Jess: Two mums, gender transition, infertility & building a rainbow community
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33:12Welcome to Proud Conception! In this inaugural episode, we hear from Jess — a cis woman from Australia now living in Aotearoa with her wife Lauren, a trans woman, and their two boys. Jess shares their journey through infertility, IVF, and cross-border conception. She shares about navigating Lauren’s gender transition alongside their family-building…
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Here is part two of our Grappling With Ryan (and soaps) recording with your hosts, Mrs. Ashly, Ms. Semi and JJ. We go deep into BTG, and then touch on DAYS, Y & R, and B &B and finish our wrestling coverage. JJ also gives some headline news. We do get a little dark this episode, so take care around the 50 minute mark where you hear us talk about Di…
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