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SMART Recovery® Podcast, a library of talks on addiction from the leading self-empowering peer support recovery group in the world. Enjoy entertaining, thought-provoking discussion with experts in the field of science-based addiction treatment and recovery. SMART Recovery provides services for those overcoming addictions of all types.
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This show is for drug addicts in recovery BY a heroin addict in recovery. Living with active addiction is hell and getting sober is an incredible accomplishment, but it doesn’t end there; we must then maintain our sobriety and assimilate into society as a normal, functioning, productive people…all while living sober dealing with triggers and cravings. Of course, addiction recovery does get easier, especially with a community of support. We can only go up from here, sobriety is an opportunity ...
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These are stories you were never meant to hear. The invisible but vital work of the world’s intelligence services: secret operatives playing to very different rules. The Spy Who, hosted by Indira Varma and Raza Jaffrey, takes you deep inside that shadow world to meet spies who risked everything in the national interest – or, sometimes, their own.
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These Books Made Me

Prince George's County Memorial Library System

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These Books Made Me is a podcast about the literary heroines who shaped us and is a product of the Prince George's County Memorial Library System podcast network. Stay in touch with us via Twitter @PGCMLS with #TheseBooksMadeMe or by email at TheseBooksMadeMe@pgcmls.info. For recommended readalikes and deep dives into topics related to each episode, visit our blog at pgcmls.medium.com.
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Join bestselling author, consciousness teacher, intuitive and astrologer Molly McCord for this lively weekly show! Molly shares inspiring cosmic messages, astrological updates, spirituality insights, and timeless wisdom to add empowering awesomeness to your life - and have some fun along the way! Molly's spiritual awakening began in 2002, and she delightfully offers her years of growth and experiences in each episode to inspire, uplift and upLIGHT your journey.
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This episode gives a brief overview of what heroin is, how it effects the body. It addresses the growing opioid crisis in the New London county as well as the debate on what should happen to recovering addicts in prison.
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Tales of travel and mystery by thriller novelist, Kent Babin. Season 2 is a Southeast Asian thriller blending cryptocurrency, heroin trafficking, and money laundering. Produced by Edwin Lundgren. Season 1 features the adventures of Gerhardt van Jaarsveld and Hans Bergman in Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan. More information at: https://accidentalintrigue.com. Help keep us caffeinated: https://buy.stripe.com/28o7uBgTRgmO21G8ww
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This podcast addresses hope and recovery successes for individuals, friends, family, parents and associates who have been or may be addicted to opioids, heroin, cocaine, prescription drugs, fentanyl, alcohol, etc. These are stories and interviews with former addicts, parents and loved ones that describe the horrors and ultimately methods they have sought and found to save lives and help. We talk also with law enforcement, doctors, authors, sports figures, academia and advocates. Issues inclu ...
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Real Recovery Talk

Tom, Ben, and Dr. Tambini

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We are a podcast dedicated to sobriety and recovery from alcohol and drugs. (And whatever other addiction that is out there) It doesn't matter what you have been through in the past. We have all done very bad things in our addiction. This does not define who we are. We know there is a way out of addiction. Family and loved ones, you play a part in this as well. There are plenty of stories out there of families and loved ones not knowing what to do with their addicted loved one. Let us guide ...
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Church & Other Drugs

Church & Other Drugs

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Welcome to Church & Other Drugs. I am a recovered addict and Christian seeker who tells the stories of the beatdown, up and coming, hard-knocked, and healed up. you’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll learn. Conspiracies? Nephilim? Heroin? Comedy? Check. faith|humor|comedy|christianity|spirituality
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Heroin Uncut is a blunt, honest look at the opioid crisis. Recovering drug addict Jay Lassiter believes truth is a powerful tool and one we need to fight back against the political interests, social pressures and lack of understanding that make this crisis worse every day. Heroin Uncut is a special project of NJ1015.com and Townsquare Media. New full episodes every Monday. Get more information and resources at HeroinUncut.com. Follow HeroinUncut on Twitter and Facebook @HeroinUncut.
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Life After Heroin

Tiffany Lynn Robinson

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Where we can talk about living new lives after so much Distruction we have all made in our lives through addiction period! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tiffany-lynn-robinson/support
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Eavesdrop on real, vulnerable, intimate conversations with award-winning artists, best-selling authors, CEOs and execs you can’t get anywhere else – like listening to two good friends talking over a cup of tea or glass of wine. We go deep.
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Dopey Podcast is the world’s greatest podcast on drugs, addiction and dumb shit. Chris and I were two IV heroin addicts who loved to talk about all the coke we smoked, snorted and shot, all the pills we ate, smoked, all the weed we smoked and ate, all the booze we consumed and all the consequences we suffered. After making the show for 2 and a half years, Chris tragically relapsed and died from a fentanyl overdose. Dopey continued on, at first to mourn the horrible loss of Chris, but then to ...
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The Central Club Podcast

The Central Club Podcast

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A Voice Through Adversity Host Cullan Mais is a Former Heroin Addict who managed to turn his life around in 2020, since then he has made a vow to change perceptions and eradicate stigma in society. The Central Club was space that Cullan's attempting to do just that. We are a podcast all about free speech and diversity, we don't niche down & that's the beauty of it! Week in week out we will deliver QUALITY and every guest will bring meaning and morale. Were NOT Left Were NOT Right, We Stay Ce ...
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Newberg

J Chris Newberg

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Newberg is a show that covers the pursuit of happiness through art and the realities and setbacks. All the behind the scenes of TV, writing, comedy, touring, and my usual silliness. The show will remain 30 minutes and will be just me 75 percent of the time and the occasional guest.
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Inspirational devotions written for parents with a son or daughter struggling with substance use or addiction by an addiction specialist and parent of a daughter in recovery. ParentingThroughAddiction.com
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GUILT

Brevity Studios

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*FREE Episodes Released every Monday during active seasons. Paid Brevity+ Subscribers get Early Release, Ad Free Listening and Bonus Episodes (Follow link below)** In this hit investigative podcast, Ryan Wolf investigates some of Australasia's most enduring unsolved criminal cases. Season Four On the night of 9th November 1996, Alana Cecil, who had only recently turned 16, was excited to attend the Djerriwah Bonfire Festival in the small city of Melton, just out of Melbourne in Victoria, Aus ...
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On this evidence-driven debate show, panelists argue controversial theories behind hit songs—from rap to rock to showtunes—exploring three grand themes that weave through all of pop music: Heroin, Buttsex, and Lord of the Rings.But what is “Eye of the Tiger” ACTUALLY about?For that matter, what is Sade’s 1985 hit “Sweetest Taboo” really about? -- Heroin? Buttsex? Either seems credible. Perhaps it’s written from the perspective of the wizard Saruman, exulting in the power gained from his secr ...
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Too Many Lawyers

Royal F. Oakes and Connor M. Oakes

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Too Many Lawyers goes beyond the headlines about laws and court cases to tell listeners what developments in the law really mean, and how the stories impact real people. The hosts are each lawyers and legal analysts, but beyond that couldn’t be more different. One, Royal Oakes, is a libertarian, baby boomer and dad, who’s been offering analysis on network radio and television for decades; the other, Connor Oakes, is a progressive millennial and son of Royal Oakes, who offers a fresh take on ...
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Doc Jacques Your Addiction Lifeguard" podcast is like your friendly chat with a seasoned therapist, Dr. Jacques de Broekert, who's all about helping folks navigate the choppy waters of addiction and mental health. Join Doc Jacques on a journey through real talk about addiction, therapy, and mental wellness. Each episode is like sitting down with a good friend who happens to be an expert in addiction recovery. Doc Jacques shares his insights, tips, and stories, giving you a lifeline to better ...
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This podcast was created to give a voice to those who have lost someone close to them from an accidental overdose. Parents, spouses, sisters, brothers and others will be interviewed to celebrate the life of their loved one who died from an overdose and to remember this person as more than their addiction. We will explore how others cope and pass on this information to those who are grieving and feel they have nowhere to turn. Unfortunately, there are many out there and the numbers are growin ...
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Do you feel like you're watching life from the sidelines, struggling to form genuine connections? Are you tired of carrying the emotional load for everyone else, feeling as if your own needs and desires are always on the back burner? This podcast is a sanctuary for you if you are a women who has had some success in healing from complex trauma but are still faced with the invisible barriers that keep you from fully engaging with your family, friends and community around you. This podcast is d ...
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Hey there! Are you tired of feeling helpless and overwhelmed while trying to support your loved ones through addiction and recovery? Well, I've got some exciting news for you! The Helping Families Heal after Addiction course is here to provide you with practical advice and valuable insights to help you navigate this challenging time and create a life you adore with your loved ones. This course is designed to help families overcome addiction and create a balanced and fulfilling life without i ...
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Come get your fix! A healthy fix finally! Heroin and alcohol were my master for 14 years. I was a slave to the addiction and disease. It took me overdosing on fentanyl to realize that sobriety is life and death for me. It is not like that today. Join me on my journey of living life clean and sober. It’s not easy, but it always beats the alternative! Insta: thesoberfixpodcast Email to collaborate: thesoberfixpodcast@gmail.com
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The podcast for HeroineTV.com. Pop culture blogger Lucia is joined by her sister Francesca, contributing writer Emily, and/or a variety of guest co-hosts to discuss what they're watching on television. Past topics have included Mad Men, Pretty Little Liars, True Blood, Greek, Downton Abbey, Switched at Birth, The Lying Game, Hart of Dixie, Revenge, Revolution, Once Upon A Time, Last Resort, Homeland, The Vampire Diaries, Arrow, and more.
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Hockey 2 Heroin The Road 2 Recovery

The Hockey Podcast Network

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Join Brady Leavold, former professional hockey player who lost it all due to a serious addiction opens up in an unfiltered podcast with guests ranging from former teammates, coaches, family, friends and everyone in between. He talks about mental health, concussions, addiction, hockey, and all of its challenges and benefits. Brady also shares stories of playing days as an addict and what it was like to be incarcerated. Buckle up...It's a hell of a ride! Follow us on Twitter @hockey2heroin @ho ...
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Tour an exceptional health service with the people who know it best, health workers and people who inject drugs, in this twelve episode series. Winner Best Documentary Australian Podcast Awards 2023 A fully independent and self-funded Alongside Radio (Australia) production. Recorded on unceded Wurundjeri land, produced on unceded Turrbal/ Yagera land. Created with the cooperation of North Richmond Community Health’s Medically Supervised Injecting Room. You can support the show here. Hosted o ...
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DISGRACELAND

Double Elvis Productions

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Disgraceland is the award-winning music podcast hosted by Jake Brennan that explores the alleged true crime antics and criminal connections of musicians we love like Jerry Lee Lewis, the Rolling Stones, Taylor Swift, David Bowie, Cardi B, the Grateful Dead, Amy Winehouse, Bob Marley, and more. Disgraceland is a scripted, single voice narrative storytelling podcast that melds true crime, music history, mystery, and misadventure. Disgraceland is not a journalistic podcast. It is an entertainme ...
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The Sunshine Place

Audacy Studios | Team Downey

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Once called “the miracle on the beach,” Synanon began in the 1960s as an experimental rehab facility in Santa Monica, California with a radical claim: It could cure heroin addiction. Before long it would make an even bolder claim - it could cure any of your problems, all you had to do was move in. What started in a house on the beach soon spread to compounds across the country. The man who made the miracle happen, Charles E. Dederich, aka “Chuck,” would be the one to destroy it all, along wi ...
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The endeavors of the women of the Special Operatives Executive were vital to many of Britain's successes during WW2. But the secretive nature of their work meant that many of their heroic feats have been lost to time. Anita Anand discusses how exactly they waged a secret war for freedom, with Rick Stroud, author of Lonely Courage: The true story of…
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Send us a Text Message. Starting Your Healing Journey Starting a healing journey can feel like trying to find your way through a tricky maze. But what if there was a cozy spot just for you in that maze? I call that spot cocooning—a special time for deep thinking and growth that I've used in my own life. In this episode, I’ll share how cocooning has…
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This Week on Dopey! We are super excited to be joined by legendary Geoff Rickly the lead singer of THURSDAY! Geoff takes us on his incredible rise to meteoric fame as the front man for Thursday and then the horrible decent into oxy and ultimately heroin addiction. And the unlikely turn of events when Geoff decided to take a chance at recovery throu…
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The gamer community is in uproar.[1. Photo by Jose Gil on Unsplash.] About what? About all the things. Even occasional gamers have heard about triple-A title flops, “Sweet Baby Inc.” consultants, live-service criticism, and the dual controversies over the sexy heroine of Stellar Blade versus the normal heroine of Star Wars: Outlaws. Apart from all …
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Natalie Grueninger speaks with Rosamund Gravelle about her debut play, Three Queens. Visit Rosamund's official website: https://www.rosamundgravelle.com/ Find out more about your host at https://www.nataliegrueninger.com Buy Talking Tudors merchandise at https://talkingtudors.threadless.com/ Book your place on '365 Days with Medieval & Renaissance …
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With 14 seats up for grabs across three national constituencies, the stakes are high in next week’s European elections. As political parties scramble to secure their positions, Independent candidates appear to be making surprising gains. Here’s a closer examination of the race and issues in each constituency. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guests: Philip Ry…
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Greetings, Congregation! Whoo-boy, what an episode. The Desperados (Ben, Andrew and Kenon) haven't gotten together in awhile, so they were full of the juice. Jed got a little excited and told a true fact that was probably (definitely) a little too graphic for the public audience, so he had to bleep something out for the first time in C&oD history. …
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June strongly features planets in Gemini and Pisces energies, bringing up adaptability, thoughtful choices, intentional endings, and remaining open to changes that may be best for the long term. As busy as life can get with Gemini influences - Sun, Mercury, Venus, Jupiter - the Universe is requiring you to slow down and trust the energy you intuiti…
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Chaos, confusion, and collapsing promises. The investigation into alleged “feis-fixing” in the world of Irish dancing, has exposed financial uncertainty and emotional distress, leading people to ask: Is there a future for Irish dancing in 2024? Host: Fionnán Sheahan, Guest: Ellen Coyne See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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From The Age and Sydney Morning Herald, Trial by Water is a new investigative podcast series about Robert Farquharson, who has been locked up for decades for an unthinkable crime: murdering his three sons in a dam on Father’s Day, 2005. Now scientists and lawyers are asking the question: did we get it wrong? And is this man in prison for a crime he…
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Welcome to a deep dive into the tangled world of methadone. It's often pitched as being a hope in the fight against opioid addiction, but there's a lot more to the story than meets the eye. Join us as we peel back the layers and explore the highs and lows of this controversial medication. We discuss what we have seen on a first hand basis and what …
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Born into privilege, Michael Burke Jr comes from Irish business royalty, in a family worth hundreds of million euro. But how did the son of a major pharma tycoon become embroiled in an international crypto and money-laundering scam with a former Chinese takeaway shop worker? Host: Rory Tevlin. Guests: John Burns and Rory Mullholland See omnystudio.…
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This Week on Dopey! We are joined byt author, true crime journalist, crime fighter and recovering alcoholic Billy Jensen! We hear all about the deaths of opiate addicted sex workers in Ohio and how Billy Jensen tried to help solve the crimes! Plus Billy's own recovery from alcoholism, and how he dealt with being 'cancelled'. PLUS my dad returns and…
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About 29 years ago, a public school teacher told Barbie Rivera that her 6 year old son had a mental disorder and she needed to put him on a mind altering drug - Ritalin. Barbie thought that was nutty as her son was very bright, normal and already bilingual. She started home schooling him now has her own school - called HELP Miami. Her story of how …
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Most will be familiar with the phrase good things come in threes. But for our national broadcaster, the departure of 3 top acts from the 2FM schedule in recent days, has blindsided bosses at RTE, and left the national radio station in crisis. Why exactly are the country's top talent vacating the Montrose studios? Host: Fionnán Sheahan, Guest: Niamh…
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Welcome to the Sober on Purpose podcast! In this episode, we’re thrilled to have Dr. Bill Senyard with us. Dr. Bill is the creator of the "Good Enough Parent" program, designed for Christian parents of teens and tweens. This free online program offers practical tools to help parents connect with their kids without feeling burdened by shame or outda…
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Maria Bailey's fall from grace was harder than any fall from a swing. Five years ago this week, the former Fine Gael TD went from a relatively unknown backbencher to political infamy. We revisit 'Swing-Gate' and go behind the story that the Irish Independent broke in 2019 with Kevin Doyle. Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest: Kevin Doyle See omnystudio.com…
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The Stormy case will soon be in the jurors’ hands. Inquiring minds want to know: Was Michael Cohen so devastatingly bad on the stand he blew up the DA’s case? Why didn’t Trump testify? And you heard it here first: If the jury is hung, will the judge book a second trial before the November election?By reVolver Podcasts
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Send us a Text Message. Is it a memoir? Is it fiction? Who can say when your author and main character are both wunderkind business people. This episode takes us to the Calivista Motel, a charming motel operating on the backs of children and horribly exploited immigrants. When you are an 10 year old front desk clerk, you're responsible for a lot - …
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This week in the After Party, Jake talks the recent Sean Combs developments, the new Disgo Book Club, this week's DISGRACELAND second-part episode on Marilyn Monroe, and of course your emails, texts, DMs, and voicemails. Which explanation of Marilyn Monroe's death do you think is most plausible? Let Jake know at 617-906-6638, disgracelandpod@gmail.…
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Send us a Text Message. After our second Podcast with Andrew Biggie Morris we all wanted to know who his girlfriend was. We now know as Biggie and his Mrs Amy Dee phones in to talk about there relationship. #andrewbiggiemorris #bbcc #relationship #biggiemorris #phonein #love Support the Show. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.yo…
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Hannah discusses her aversion to hygiene, and we tackle mean LA people at bars, the fear of the Dentist, self sabotage, why everyone needs a Brian, and just a fun conversation if you're a fan of the show. Thank you for listening. Please like ans subscribe or share. Merch available https://www.teepublic.com/stores/thechrisarmy Follow us on youtube: …
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Gemini season is coming in strong! The Sun trines Pluto RX in Aquarius revealing what is a better choice now based on what you’ve been learning in recent years, and you could feel a powerful knowingness directing you forward. A bright, beautiful Sagittarius Full Moon at 3 deg on May 23 is directing you beyond what you’ve trusted before. Venus is co…
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In an unprecedented move, Ireland will formally recognise the state of Palestine, with Taoiseach Simon Harris declaring “an important and historic day”. Israel quickly hit back, recalling its ambassador Dana Erlich, and threatening “severe consequences”. How significant is Ireland’s declaration? And what comes next? Host: Ciarán Dunbar Guests: Phil…
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In this enlightening episode, we explore the profound connection between water and our mental well-being with Dr. Wallace J. Nichols, the pioneering founder of Blue Mind Therapy. As a former sea turtle marine biologist turned advocate for water's therapeutic power, Dr. Nichols delves into how various forms of water can profoundly impact our thought…
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The Big Dopey Tease! Reggae Superstar Matisyahu is the first guest to drink and smoke weed on the show! We hear all about his transformation from mild mannered suburban hippie kid into Reggae Legend Matisyahu! Hear about his love of Phish, the Grateful Dead and hippie culture! But this is only a short teaser! The full 2 plus hour episode is availab…
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At 18 Tony O’Reilly played rugby for Ireland before going on to become the most glamorous international Irish businessman of his generation. This is the story of how he became Ireland’s first billionaire and how a bitter battle with Denis O’Brien would change his fortunes. Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest: Liam Collins See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…
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Why do we see, or rather not go to see, so many weirdly cringe movies with plots and dialogue that seem designed to be “so bad it’s good”? How come goofy sidekicks, obvious political agendas, and other strange stories get their own corporate attention, while newer and more earnest stories get passed by the wayside? There’s one big possible reason h…
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The conspiracy theories surrounding Marilyn Monroe’s death in 1962 continue to entertain the imaginations of those obsessed with celebrity and scandal. The stories, many of them fantastical and one of them true, feature cameos by the likes of President John F. Kennedy, his brother Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy, and Rat Pack members Frank Sinat…
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Neptune in Pisces will be flowing across the final degree of the zodiac starting in May 2024, and will be moving you into a higher awareness of what you’ve been spiritually learning since 2011. Neptune in Pisces is clearing and removing old versions of Self and consciousness that is a big theme in this lifetime. Yet the ego and the mind are not com…
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Send us a Text Message. #childservices #socialservices #singlemum #adoption #podcast Support the Show. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVjOe4UwNRZx89uBXojoPcw/join You can also listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & Google Podcasts! For more content head over to.. Instagram: Thecentralclubpodcast Facebook Pag…
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In 2010, a worm crawled into Robert F Kennedy’s brain, ate part of it and died. That’s according to the man who looks poised to become the third candidate in the US presidential election. Despite being the nephew of President John F Kennedy, his influential family have shunned one of their own and endorsed Joe Biden. However, RFK’s popularity grows…
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Greetings, Congregation! This week, after much trying, Jed brings on his old pal Thomas Perrie! Thomas has been Jed's friend since the St. Christopher's/Dirty Mike era and has an amazing story of recovery, relapse, finding God, and getting sober! Thomas does guided fly fishing trips now, but we won't hold that against him. music: Caravan by Protest…
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On the night of 9th November 1996, Alana Cecil, who had only recently turned 16, was excited to attend the Djerriwarrh Bonfire Festival in the small city of Melton, just out of Melbourne in Victoria, Australia. When she left home that night it would be the last time her family would ever see her alive. Sometime in the early hours of November 10th 1…
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On the night of 9th November 1996, Alana Cecil, who had only recently turned 16, was excited to attend the Djerriwarrh Bonfire Festival in the small city of Melton, just out of Melbourne in Victoria, Australia. When she left home that night it would be the last time her family would ever see her alive. Sometime in the early hours of November 10th 1…
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In this episode, we delve into the inspiring journey of Erica Garwood, the founder of the Mark Garwood Foundation. Erica's life took an unexpected turn when she tragically lost her son to the grips of drug addiction at the tender age of 24. Driven by her grief and a profound sense of purpose, Erica embarked on a mission to honor her son's memory an…
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Natalie Grueninger speaks with Dr Dan Gosling about Anne Boleyn's trial records and execution warrant. Find out more about your host at https://www.nataliegrueninger.com Buy Talking Tudors merchandise at https://talkingtudors.threadless.com/ Book your place on '365 Days with Medieval & Renaissance Wonder Women' https://onthetudortrail.com/Blog/2024…
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