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Cinema Toast Crunch

The Cinema Toast Crunch Crew

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A father is joined by his son and daughter-in-law to watch, review, and discuss a different film each week. The films range from classics to fringe titles you may never have seen. The discussion comes from two sides of the generation gap. Plus a weekly look at new Blu-ray and DVD releases as well as what's new in theaters.
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Learning the binomial nomenclature (scientific names) of biota is a fascinating way to glean insight into the natural world. Though daunting at first, they can become familiar and accessible with the help of melody and context. This podcast will present tunes where the scientific names of species comprise the lyrical content. Episodes will describe habitats, growing conditions, nutritional information, and locate species within their taxonomic hierarchy. Historical significance, interviews a ...
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Welcome to Stories and Stanza! I am happy to have you here. I am a writer, and I created this podcast to bring out the real stories that make life as beautiful as poetry. I’ll take you on a journey through the human experience, sharing stories and conversations to uplift your spirit. Whether you’re a lover of literature, a writer, or simply someone who enjoys a good story, ”Stories and Stanza” is the place for you. I am working in three main segments - In Author’s Chair (discussion with auth ...
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Paul Boross talks to the funniest and most successful leaders in business, sport and entertainment about how humour measurably improves your business and your life. Humourology is a study into why a good sense of humour is much more than a means to raise a smile – it’s a critical psychological defence against the stresses of everyday life, it’s the source of our resilience and it’s the secret weapon of all successful leaders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dog ’n’ Bone

Propeller Group

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We invite guests at different stages of their business careers into our dog kennel to chew over the issues that matter to them and dig up some tasty morsels for listeners. Curated by Propeller Group Chairman Martin Loat.
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Saving Tomorrow’s Planet investigates who’s doing what to save the planet & how we all can change to save it too. We are focussed on people actually doing things and not just talking about the need to do it. Solving the climate crisis needs “Innovators, Investors & Inspiring leaders” and that’s who we’re tracking down and talking to. Our conversations uncover innovative actions that individuals & companies are taking to reduce global warming and we also ask each guest to share their practica ...
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Hello all! Welcome to the Pivot! The purpose of this podcast is to discuss in detail the geopolitical implications of the 21st century as we gravitate from a definite American unipolar international order to a nascent multi-faceted, multi-polar international system. This podcast looks to extensively address the question "how did we get to where we are now?" and the question, "where do we go from now?" In order to do this, we must understand the powers of history, civilization development, te ...
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Welcome to Stories and Stanza! I am excited to have you here. My podcast explores prose, poetry, and history. I'll take you on a journey through the human experience, sharing stories and conversations to uplift your spirit. Whether you're a lover of literature, a writer, or simply someone who enjoys a good story, "Stories and Stanza" is the place f…
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Julia Bradbury joins us to chat about everything from sibling relationships, walking in nature to her breast cancer diagnosis. Hear how Julia’s journey has included humour as a tool for healing. Tune in to learn just how valuable humour can be through life’s hardest moments. She is an absolute inspiration and gives so many tips and techniques to he…
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This episode of Stories and Stanza delves into the personal journey of renowned life coach Amanda Wakefield as she navigates life's challenges and transforms them into stepping stones to success. Despite obstacles such as failed marriages and battling cancer, she proves that it is possible to emerge stronger, wiser, and more resilient. A conversati…
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This is another episode of the 'In Author's Chair' segment, where we interview writers about their work, motivation, and challenges. Please join me in welcoming Dr Bella Elwood Clayton for today's episode. About the author: Dr. Bella Ellwood-Clayton is an award-winning author. She has a BA from Concordia University in Montréal and a PhD from the Un…
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Welcome to Stories and Stanza! I am happy to have you here. As a writer, I have always leaned towards poetry. I started this podcast to share honest, heartfelt, and evoking stories that make us see the beauty of life - which is where the show gets its name. In every episode, I will take you on a journey of human experience to uplift your spirit. To…
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Welcome to Stories and Stanza! I am happy to have you here. As a writer, I have always leaned towards poetry. I started this podcast to share honest, heartfelt, and evoking stories that make us see the beauty of life - which is where the show gets its name. In every episode, I will take you on a journey of human experience to uplift your spirit. To…
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Welcome to Stories and Stanza! I am happy to have you here. As a writer, I have always leaned towards poetry. I started this podcast to share honest, heartfelt, and evoking stories that make us see the beauty of life - which is where the show gets its name. In every episode, I will take you on a journey of human experience to uplift your spirit. Th…
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Welcome to Stories and Stanza! I am happy to have you here. Today is another episode of the 'Fail With Me' segment, where we explore what failure truly is and link it with emotional intelligence in a supportive space. In a messy and imperfect world where we celebrate success and whisper about failure hushedly, "Fail with Me" flips the script. Pleas…
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Welcome to Stories and Stanza! Today is another episode of the 'Fail With Me' segment, where we explore what failure truly is and link it with emotional intelligence in a supportive space. In a messy and imperfect world where we celebrate success and whisper about failure in a hushed tone, "Fail with Me" flips the script. Please join me in welcomin…
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Welcome to Stories and Stanza! I am happy to have you here. Please join me in welcoming Penny Bingham for today's episode. Penny Bingham is an emerging writer, currently working on a hybrid memoir chronicling her seven years as a carer for her husband, who lived with Lewy body dementia. It is a warts-and-all account of the devastation a dementia di…
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Welcome to Stories and Stanza! I am happy to have you here. I am a writer, and I created this podcast to bring out the real stories that make life as beautiful as poetry. I'll take you on a journey through the human experience, sharing stories and conversations to uplift your spirit. Whether you're a lover of literature, a writer, or simply someone…
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What is the secret to delicious hot sauce? Hot peppers or chilies? How many species of Capsicum are cultivated for their spicy fruits? What qualities are worth seeking when purchasing a grow light? These questions answered and so much more as the ChilliChump shares the spicy details about all things Capsicum! Opening tune: Solanaceae by Carmen Port…
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Welcome to Stories and Stanza! I am excited to have you here. My podcast explores prose, poetry, and history. Every week, I'll take you on a journey through the human experience, sharing inspiring stories and conversations to uplift your spirit and inspire you. Please join me in welcoming Andrea Barton in the author's chair for today's episode. She…
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I stood, brushing off some of the mud that was beginning to cake on—effort in vain. “Since when did this jaded old curmudgeon care to drink the poison of nostalgia?” I remember saying to myself. As you can see, I’m in my late thirties, but the rest of the self-reflection was accurate. I breathed in the muck of the lake once again, tears dried, hear…
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"I am as powerful as my unspoken I'll walk with you if you take my hand show you the kind of magic that make sorrows light up the night or love showering in the rain, I am all of you and more." Poetry Writing Month (April) is a very up close and personal time for me as a writer. Today, when I join this community event with poets worldwide, all I ca…
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Hello everyone, and welcome to a new episode of Stories and Stanza, where the filmmakers from Chicago will join us as guests to talk about their upcoming project - Hello New Horizons, written, produced, and directed by Chundria Brownlow. Starring Camille Wiggins, Andre Ramseur, Jaclyn Jensen, and Hanah Chang. ​ In "Hello New Horizons," a couple on …
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Hello, everyone. Welcome to Stories and Stanza. This is episode 3 of the Fail with Me series. In a world where success is celebrated and failure is often whispered about in hushed tones, "Fail with Me" flips the script. Here, we shed light on the shadows of defeat, recognizing them as fertile ground where seeds of growth are sown. Please join me in…
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Welcome to the latest episode of 'Stories and Stanza.' Today, I want to discuss a problem that has troubled me for a long time — anger. I recently attended a somatic workshop by Eva Angvert that helped me understand this better. Anger is a defence mechanism activated through triggers. It can be a natural human emotion that signals something is wron…
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Hey everyone, welcome back to 'Stories and Stanza', a podcast that explores poetry and the stories behind them. On today's episode, we will share a powerful poem that reflects on the cultural footprint of time and the lasting impact of our actions on the environment. History has always fascinated me, and today's story is about the often-overlooked …
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"For a long time, I had thought that because of my lack of presence, this story would not be worthy - and for many, it still might not be. But perhaps for the few in this world who, like me, have also been chosen to carry this burden, they will, if nothing else, find comfort knowing they are not alone. Though most names and characters of my recount…
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Please join me in welcoming Stephen Gyde to the show today. Stephen is 44 years old and lives in London where he works in the corporate business sector. He is a passionate advocate for equality and enjoys writing. His interests include sports and the arts. He is a keen runner and plays golf. Stephen's love for writing began after his father read hi…
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Please join me in welcoming Sarah Zink to the show today. In a series of episodes, titled Fail with me, we will navigate many aspects of failure and healing. Sarah is a retired consultant and behaviourist living in Central America in the beautiful mountains of Boquete, Panama. She is passionate about emotional intelligence and mindful living. Sarah…
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The episode is named after a poem, in my last book - "Language of Water" In the creative world, a lot of pepole go through a period of void - from fear of failure to perfectionism and everything in between. This episode tackles the dreaded writer's block, that nemesis of storytellers everywhere. Is life a constant state of "waiting?" In this episod…
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Welcome to a new episode of Stories and Stanza - where we will discuss the writing process. I welcome our guest, Steven Ross. Steven Ross is a Canadian Author and Poet from just outside the Nation’s Capital. A weaver of dark words with a penchant for penning tales both visceral and disturbing, you will often find him lurking in the bloodstained sha…
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Welcome to the latest episode of Stories and Stanzas! In this episode, we delve into a topic that many outside of Australia may not be familiar with - the rabbit troubles. We explore the history and impact of rabbits in Australia, a species that, despite their cute appearance, are considered pests in the country due to their detrimental effect on n…
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Craig LeHoullier shares profound insights into the world of tomato growing, breeding and tasting! Opening tune: Solanaceae by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com) Craig LeHoullier's Links: Craig's website and blog: https://www.craiglehoullier.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nctomatoman/ https://victoryseeds.com/…
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This is an introduction episode for this podcast "Stories and Stanza". I had a separate podcast for poetry previously and I wanted to start a new one for a wider audience. I have recently expanded my creative circle and that prompted me to take this step. I was also looking at upgrading my recording setup for a while and but was never fully satisfi…
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How can the fashion industry become more sustainable? Jessica Schreiber, founder and CEO of Fab Scrap, gives us some innovative answers in this enlightening podcast episode. Jessica takes us on a journey into the world of sustainable fashion, examining the vast amount of waste produced during the design process of creating new collections. With a f…
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Remember when I caught my first flight, the mix of anticipation and nerves? The travel bug bit hard, and it's an experience I'll never forget. Our guest today, Gilad Goran, brings a whole new perspective to how we see and participate in the world of travel. From his family's journey from Israel to Portugal, he shares unique insights on the complexi…
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Ever wished for a sustainable and cost-effective solution for periods? Brace yourself for an enlightening conversation with the game-changers of the period product industry, Ruby and Dave, founders of WUKA. Our dialogue takes us across continents, from the cultural practices of Nepal to the bustling markets of the UK, as we learn about their journe…
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Have you ever wondered how a wilted, shriveled tree could hold the solution to malnutrition and desertification? You're in for a revelation in this chat with Josef Garvi, founder of Sahara Sahel Foods. We uncover the surprising potential of indigenous, wild trees in the Sahel region. Despite their unassuming appearance, these trees can outproduce a…
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The Geopolitical Pivot Podcast is back for good with a returning episode discussing China's maritime militia and fishing vessels in the South China Sea as tensions continue to increase between Beijing and Washington DC. The usage of these maritime militia serves to provide China with plausible deniability while carefully crafting its own strategic …
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Ever wondered how the exploration of the most remote parts of Earth could inspire efforts to sustain our planet? Tune in as we have an incredible conversation with the remarkable father and son duo, Barney and Robert Swan. Sharing tales of their travels to the North and South Poles, they unveil how they are now using their experiences to spearhead …
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How much do you know about seaweed? Probably not enough! Prepare to have your mind blown by the incredible potential of this marine plant to combat climate change. Our guest, Howard Gunstock, CEO of Carbon Kapture, is here to educate us on the rapid CO2 absorption capacity of seaweed, which grows up to 30 times faster than trees and matures in a me…
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In this episode Andrew Millison shares some his knowledge and adventures. His extensive travels and teaching experience give him unique insights into the workings of water systems. Opening music: Waterplant Waltz by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com) Linking up with Andrew Millison: Andrew's website: https://www.andrewmillison.com/ Andrew's a…
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Ready to debunk some myths about carbon removal and scale up your knowledge to a gigaton level? Strap in for a transformative conversation with Ben Rubin, the visionary Executive Director of the Carbon Business Council. With a mission as ambitious as the climate change challenge we face, Ben is here to guide us through the intricate world of carbon…
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President of International Production at Sony Pictures Television Wayne Garvie joins Paul Boross and The Humourology Podcast to discuss humour’s role in keeping creative teams together through the difficult times. “That's what you're always looking for when you're communicating with people, isn't it? A rapport. How do you make them all feel they're…
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Imagine a world where our ocean's ecosystems thrive through sustainable fishing practices and coral reef rejuvenation. Marine conservationist Gayatri Reksodihardjo-Lilley, founder of LINI Foundation from Indonesia unveils her remarkable work in preserving Sulawesi's marine life and habitats. Explore the impact of the aquarium trade on local communi…
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Broadcasting legend and Football Commentator extraordinaire Clive Tyldesley joins Paul Boross and The Humourology Podcast to share stories from his illustrious career behind the mic. Tyldesley shares valuable insight on how humour can help us understand humanity and ourselves. “What makes us laugh tells us more about ourselves than virtually anythi…
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Have you ever thought about how fragile birds can live after an oil spill? Join us for an enlightening conversation with JD Bergeron, the CEO of International Bird Rescue, where we find out the amazing story behind the organization's noble goal of saving oiled birds. Starting with the oil spill in California in 1971 and ending with the discovery th…
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Comedian and political activist Mark Thomas returns for a continuation of his masterclass on comedy and communication. Hear a collection of side-splitting stories from Mark Thomas as he explains the ins and outs of comedy’s role in communication. “We can be the person who gets the lowest marks or whatever, but when we tell jokes, we're Kings.” Join…
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I've always been captivated by the extraordinary wildlife of Borneo, and my recent conversation with Dr. Wong Siew Te, founder of the Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Center (BSBCC), only deepened my appreciation for this biodiverse wonderland. Wong's passion for sun bears, also known as honey bears, and his dedication to their preservation are truly i…
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Comedian and political activist Mark Thomas visits The Humourology Podcast for conversation with Paul Boross about the power of a joke in performance and politics. Thomas discusses the duality of humour as a tool to poke fun and connect with the crowd. “Comedy works on all sorts of different levels. It represents all sorts of different threats. And…
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Alastair Campbell returns for another go at The Humourology Podcast to discuss his new book, But What Can I Do? and the intersection of leadership and humour with Paul Boross. Campbell shares a preview into his new book and shares just how important humour can be in getting through our current political landscape. “Humour is important in perseveran…
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In this episode, we take you on a journey to West Borneo, Indonesia, to discover ASRI's revolutionizing rainforest conservation with its unique and holistic approach. Join us as we have an empowering conversation with Febri, the Executive Director of ASRI, and learn about their integrated approach to conservation that combines healthcare, education…
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Comedian Simon Evans returns to The Humourology Podcast to finish his conversation with Paul Boross about the value of humour in captivating crowds and connecting humanity. Evans shares his insights on the value of humour and provides valuable tips on how to improve any speaking engagements. “A lot of comedy is about creating a certain amount of te…
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Looking to save the planet? Meet Zoë Prinsloo, the 20-year-old environmentalist who is leading the change in Cape Town, South Africa. When Zoë was just 10 years old, she started cleaning up her local beach and inviting family and friends to join her. This passion for sustainability and the environment only grew stronger, leading her to found Save A…
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