Best Ann Bentley Podcasts (2024)

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The Love that Heals: Trauma & PTSD with Hope Acquilano 45:14

1d ago45:14

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Sister Josephine welcomes guest Hope Acquilano, a childhood sexual abuse survivor. Hope shares deeply moving testimony of trauma and healing, revealing her struggles with PTSD, flashbacks, and shame. She discusses the crucial role of trauma-informed therapy and EMDR in her recovery and God's presence in her journey. The episode emphasizes the impor…

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God Is Working It Out: Bipolar Disorder with Christian Bentley 45:10

12d ago45:10

45:10

This episode discusses mature topics surrounding mental health and includes a mention of suicidal ideation. If you are in crisis, please call, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988, or text or chat with the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741. Sister Josephine welcomes her first guest of Season 2, Christian Bentley, to discuss his …

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Sutekh The Destroyer on Big Finish Audio 1:06:14

15d ago1:06:14

1:06:14

Sutekh recently made a return to TV Doctor Who, but did you know that Gabriel Woolf had previously returned to bring the Osiran to "death" on audio with two seperate incarnations of the Doctor? We dive into the Bernice Summerfield box set featuring the Seventh Doctor called "The Triumph of Sutekh" as well as the fourth Doctor two-parter seperately …

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Season 2 Introduction: Mental Health as Gift 17:24

26d ago17:24

17:24

Sister Josephine Garrett, CSFN, welcomes listeners to season 2 of Hope Stories, which will explore both the challenges and hope found in a wide-ranging discussion on a variety of mental health topics and conditions. Sister Josephine shares her journey, the challenges faced, and the insights gained while intertwining her spiritual and professional e…

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Ken Bentley - Anatomy of a Doctor Who Audio 1:49:38

30d ago1:49:38

1:49:38

Join us for a microscopic look into what it takes to produce a Doctor Who audio drama through the eyes and ears of Big Finish director Ken Bentley. From the dynamics of classic television characters to newly created roles for audio, from budgets to scheduling, casting to providing notes, Ken peels back the layers for us all to see a day in the life…

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Carole Ann Ford - An Unearthly Podcast 1:00:00

1M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

We are privilged to be joined this episode by the very first Doctor Who companion actress Carole Ann Ford! Will there be a twist in the end? Carole speaks about her acting career starting at age 8, her time on Doctor Who and beyond, and returning to the role of Susan at Big Finish. This episode is dedicated to the memory of William Russell (1924-20…

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200. Our 200th Episode with FRAZER HINES 1:13:57

1M ago1:13:57

1:13:57

We reach a milestone for the podcast with our 200th episode. To help us celebrate, we are joined by 2nd Doctor Who companion actor Frazer Hines. Not only do we have Frazer joining us for the podcast, we announce our live events for September 2024, featuring both Frazer and Katy Manning! Theme music by Joe Kraemer. Details on our live events can be …

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199. NATASHA GERSON - Unmuting Morag 1:03:44

2M ago1:03:44

1:03:44

Doctor Who is not the only classic TV series Big Finish recreates for audio. The Omega Factor is a cult paranormal investigation series that ran for one season on TV and starred Doctor Who's very own Louise Jameson. In this episode with speak with Natasha Gerson. Natasha is the daughter of Jack Gerson, creator of The Omega Factor. Natasha not only …

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198. CHARLIE HAYES - Mum, Dad & The Business 1:38:20

2M ago1:38:20

1:38:20

In this episode we are joined by actress, voice artist and casting director Charlie Hayes. Charlie has appeared in several Big Finish releases, including the 7th Doctor classic, "Master", and "Seven Keys to Doomsday", in which she takes on the role for audio that her mother Wendy Padbury originally performed on stage. Charlie talks about life, love…

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197. Review: Novel Adaptations - The Highest Science & Cold Fusion 1:44:47

2M ago1:44:47

1:44:47

Take a break from reviews of TV Doctor Who and join us with our guest Dave from The Doctor Who Show as we discuss two Big Finish novel adaptations, Gareth Roberts' The Highest Science and Lance Parkin's multi-Doctor adventure, Cold Fusion. Theme music by Joe Kraemer https://sirensofaudio.com

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196. WENDY PADBURY - Live in Melbourne - 18th February 2024 1:00:38

3M ago1:00:38

1:00:38

Here for your enjoyment is a small part of out live event with Wendy Padbury in Melbourne in February 2024. Looking forward to bringing you many more events such as these in the second half of 2024 and beyond! Keep up to date with out events and news by joining our private Facebook group via https://www.facebook.com/groups/sirensofaudio Theme music…

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Episode 4: Net Zero Meeting the Skills Challenge 44:23

3M ago44:23

44:23

Listen to the latest podcast in our Net Zero series with Mitsubishi Electric. BESA Director of Competence & Compliance, Helen Yeulet, talks with Lance Hitchins, Head of Customer Experience, looking after the Training Division and Ben Bartle-Ross, Senior Technical Trainer from Mitsubishi Electric about achieving the government’s target of 600,000 he…

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Twits in Peril, Chapter 5 - My Short but Brilliant Acting Career 26:29

3M ago26:29

26:29

When we last saw Cyril he was being carried on the shoulders of a mob bent on confronting the evil tycoon Cyril Chippington-Smythe. They little suspect that the heroic “Johny” who is leading their little uprising is, in fact, the very Chippington-Smythe they despise. Quite a sticky wicket for our hero, but every step is bringing him closer to the r…

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Twits in Peril, Chapter 4 - I Get a Job 23:47

3M ago23:47

23:47

We left Cyril and Binky packed like sardines on a creaky old mattress. Binky has put his foot in it by passing himself off as a leader of the Welsh Underground in order to impress Judy. A new day has dawned, however, bringing with it the promise of new adventures... and pancakes! Judy has arranged jobs for them and they happily head off to experien…

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Twits in Peril, Chapter 3 - Wales is a Mysterious Place 24:23

3M ago24:23

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We left Cyril horrified by the arrival of his Aunt Hypatia, Uncle Hugo, Cousin Binky and C. Langford Cheeseworth, who have come to join him in the amusing game they call, “Slumming”. Will they scuttle Cyril's chance to win his wager? Will he be forced to slink back to the Club in disgrace? The relatives retire to Cheeseworth's camouflaged land yach…

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Twits in Peril, Chapter 2 - I Eat a Cherry 23:45

3M ago23:45

23:45

We left our hero in shorts and flip-flops, preparing to infiltrate a world without privilege. Can he survive for a week without cheesy eggs? without a girdle? Without Bentley? Ernie leads him into the topsy-turvey world inhabited by the working poor and Cyril's eyes slowly begin to open. A cherry causes him to re-evaluate his beliefs. NOW AVAILABLE…

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Twits in Peril, Chapter 1 - An Ill-Advised Wager 22:44

3M ago22:44

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Cyril is happily swilling down a Brandy and Prozac at the Club Bar when his old friends, Ford and Lincoln join him. The conversation turns to the gulf between the privileged class and the masses and Cyril is goaded into betting that he can pass for a member of the working class for a week. His cousin Binky arrives and places his bet on Cyril. Alas,…

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195. LOUISE JAMESON - Torchwood: Double 1:22:16

3M ago1:22:16

1:22:16

Louise Jameson joins us to chat about her recent adventures in India, her time on Emmerdale, and her recent Big Finish releases including Torchwood: Double. Theme music by Joe Kraemer. https://sirensofaudio.com

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194. Time Lord Victorious - Success or Failure? 2:11:05

3M ago2:11:05

2:11:05

We explore every audio Time Lord Victorious release and chat with Genetics of the Daleks writer, Jonathan Morris, and producer of the Big Finish range and writer of Echoes of Extinction, Alfie Shaw. These reviews were originally done for the boys at Progtor Who and Around the Console. Check out their podcast here - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/pod…

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193. DAVID K. BARNES - The Silent Devil 2:24:10

4M ago2:24:10

2:24:10

Our guest is Big Finish writer David K. Barnes. He'll join us down the rabbit hole, chat about his career, and we'll go through each of his Big Finish releases to date, including his most recent releases, Storm of the Sea Devils and The Silent Priest/The Silent City. This is a conversation not to be missed. Theme music by Joe Kraemer. Find us on al…

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Twits in Peril, Trailer (Season 2) 0:52

3M ago0:52

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Cyril Chippington-Smythe (Michael Urie) never met a wager he didn't like. When his old friends, Ford (Nik Walker) and Lincoln (James Rana), bet him that he can't survive living like an average citizen named “Johny” for a week he jumps in with both feet and his cousin Binky (Christian Borle) jumps with him. Alas, Bentley (Dakin Matthews) must stay a…

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192. SOPHIE ALDRED - Ace and Mr Colchester 1:18:07

4M ago1:18:07

1:18:07

This time we discuss the three Torchwood audio adventures that feature Ace and Mr Colchester, The Red List, Death in Venice and Sabotage. And we catch up with Sophie Aldred to talk about what she has been up to since we spoke to her last including her audio work and back to the televisual world of Doctor Who in Tales of the TARDIS. Music by Joe Kra…

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191. KATY MANNING - Live Q&A - Sydney, October 2023 46:51

4M ago46:51

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We share our Q&A session from Katy Manning Live in Sydney on 14th October 2023. With the real story behind "The Five Doctors", the creation of Iris Wildthyme and tips for wearing a mini-skirt properly, this fun session gives you a look at a small part of our live events. Have fun! Theme music by Joe Kraemer. More info - https://sirensofaudio.com…

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190. KAREN GLEDHILL - Remembrance, Counter-Measures & Beyond 1:25:33

5M ago1:25:33

1:25:33

Our guest is Doctor Who actress Karen Gledhill. Karen played Allison in Remembrance of the Daleks and reprised the role in the Counter-Measures series for Big Finish. We chat about her career and her role in the Doctor Who universe. Original theme composed by Joe Kraemer. https://sirensofaudio.com

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189. Reviews | Revolution in Space | Buried Threats 43:11

5M ago43:11

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We review two recent Big Finish Doctor Who releases. Third Doctor and Sarah Jane Smith adventure, Revolution in Space and Ninth Doctor box set, Buried Threats. Theme music composed and produced by Joe Kraemer. https://sirensofaudio.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrU3MLlOeJTLnAbLl35QgeQ

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188. Sontarans Vs Rutans | Michael Jayston | Trial of the Valeyard 42:56

5M ago42:56

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This time we celebrate the character brought to life by Michael Jayston, namely, The Valeyard. We review Trial of the Valeyard, a Big Finish Doctor Who subscriber special release. We also review the February Doctor Who release, Sontarans vs Rutans - The Children of the Future by Tim Foley. Theme music by Joe Kraemer.⁠https://sirensofaudio.com⁠Find …

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187. EDDIE ROBSON - Memory Lane 1:37:07

6M ago1:37:07

1:37:07

We chat for the first time with writer Eddie Robson. From his Doctor Who fandom and publishing a Benny fanzine, to working for Big Finish and more. Theme music by Joe Kraemer.⁠https://sirensofaudio.com⁠Find us on all socials @AudioSirens

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Rooted in Jesus: Bringing Your Gifts, Awaiting the Kingdom with Archbishop Shelton Fabre 32:52

6M ago32:52

32:52

Bishop Shelton Fabre, Archbishop for the Archdiocese of Louisville and former chair of the USCCB Ad Hoc Committee Against Racism (2018 to 2023), sits down with Sr. Josephine for the last episode of Hope Stories season one. Resources Archdiocese of Louisville Ad Hoc Committee Against Racism, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) Journ…

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186. The Best of Big Finish 2023 1:38:09

6M ago1:38:09

1:38:09

Here is our annual chat about our favourite stories from Big Finish from the previous year, with our guest host, Kenny Smith. Theme music by Joe Kraemer. https://sirensofaudio.com Find us on all socials @AudioSirens

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Episode 3: An Hour is a Long Time in Politics 56:30

6M ago56:30

56:30

BESA and Affiliate Member. Mitsubishi Electric have joined forces to record the third instalment of their Net Zero Podcast series, this episode features BESA CEO, David Frise in discussion with former MP, David Gauke, and Martin Fahey, Head of Sustainability at Mitsubishi Electric. They offer political insight and thoughts on how the building servi…

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185. JOSEPH LIDSTER - Soapy Death 2:07:56

6M ago2:07:56

2:07:56

We welcome the return of Joe Lidster to the podcast to talk about his writing journey, his influences and the lyrics to the Murder, She Wrote theme tune. Theme music by Joe Kraemer. https://sirensofaudio.com Find us on all socials @AudioSirens

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Loved So Well, with the Garretts 33:52

6M ago33:52

33:52

Sr. Josephine Garrett is joined by her parents, Aunt Dee and Uncle Billy, for a moving discussion about loving well, praying through struggle, seeing blessings, and recognizing the awesome gift of God's mercies. NOTES What We Have Seen and Heard: A Pastoral Letter on Evangelization from the Black Bishops of the United States Sr. Thea Bowman’s June …

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184. WENDY PADBURY - An Astrophysicist Down Under 1:19:57

6M ago1:19:57

1:19:57

Welcome to our first podcast episode of 2024. We are delighted to bring to you our recent chat with 2nd Doctor companion Zoe actress, Wendy Padbury. Wendy, along with her daughter and Big Finish actress Charlie Hayes, will be appearing at events in Melbourne and Sydney in February 2024. For more information on those event and to buy tickets, visit …

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Sophie Aldred Live in Sydney - 13th May 2023 44:37

7M ago44:37

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Back in May 2023 with had the privilege of hosting Sophie Aldred's only appearance in Sydney on her last visit to Australia. We hope you enjoy her first interview (of several) of the day. This may give you a taste of our intimate Doctor Who events and at the time of publication, we are happy to share that Wendy Padbury will be our next featured gue…

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Review: The Church on Ruby Road | Sirens Sound Off 46:18

7M ago46:18

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We review the 2023 Doctor Who Special - The Church of Ruby Road, featuring Ncuti Gatwa in his first full episode and Millie Gibson as new companion Ruby Sunday. https://sirensofaudio.com

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Relationship and Renewal, with Chika Anyanwu 37:36

7M ago37:36

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Sister Josephine is joined by her friend and fellow Catholic speaker Chika Anyanwu to talk about life as a missionary, staying authentic while preaching the Gospel, and how her Nigerian roots and immigrant perspective shapes her faith and role within the Church. Resources: Chika's website My Encounter: How I Met Jesus in Prayer by Chika Anyanwu Thi…

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183. Once and Future [Spoilers] 1:31:12

7M ago1:31:12

1:31:12

**Please Note - THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS** In our final episode of 2023, we take a (spoiler-filled) look back at Big Finish's epic seven-part 60th Doctor Who anniversary special, Once and Future. Did we say this episode contains spoilers? We'll say it again just to be sure you know. We reveal the entire plot, so if you don't want to be spoile…

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The Giggle (Review) | Sirens Sound Off 51:28

8M ago51:28

51:28

After last week's firey discussion, can Philip and Dwayne find some healing the final 60th Anniversary Doctor Who Special?

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182. INDIA FISHER - Good Charlotte 1:32:46

8M ago1:32:46

1:32:46

It is our great pleasure to bring to you our recent chat with India Fisher, who played, and continues to play, Eighth Doctor companion, Charley Pollard. Original theme composed by Joe Kraemer | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.joekraemer.com/about/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sirensofaudio@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sirensofaud…

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Motherhood at the Feet of Jesus, with Jennifer Monette 33:52

7M ago33:52

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Sister Josephine shares an intimate, moving conversation with Jennifer Monette about the struggles and hope found through single parenting as a faithful Catholic. This episode is sponsored by GIA Publications The Fire This Time: A Black Catholic Sourcebook Promo Code: HOPE10 CLICK HERE Journey to a new depth of hope, even in seemingly impossible ci…

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Review: Wild Blue Yonder | Sirens Sound Off 51:17

8M ago51:17

51:17

Well this is our most heated disagreement yet. Leave your thoughts on the episode below and we will read them out and discuss them next time. https://sirensofaudio.com

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181. Love and War - The 25th Anniversary of Professor Bernice Summerfield at Big Finish 45:27

8M ago45:27

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In the 60th Anniversary Season of Doctor Who, how could we miss a focus on one of the most important characters in the whole of Doctor Who expanded media, namely, Professor Bernice Summerfield? Original theme composed by Joe Kraemer | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.joekraemer.com/about/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sirensofaudio@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Web…

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The Star Beast (Review) - Destination Skaro - The Daleks in Colour - Sirens Sound Off 41:48

8M ago41:48

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In the very first "Sirens Sound Off", Philip and Dwayne give their first impressions of the brand new Doctor Who off the telly, The Star Beast. They also talk about the recent Children in Need skit, Destination Skaro, Russel T. Davies controvertial comments about the changing of Davros and The Daleks in Colour. For more information on the podcast, …

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180. NICHOLAS BRIGGS - The Light at the End 1:17:42

8M ago1:17:42

1:17:42

Happy Doctor Who Day! To celebrate (or not, as the case may be) we are joined by the Creative Director of Big Finish, Nicholas Briggs, to talk about his 50th anniversary adventure, The Light at the End. Additionally, Nick will be jumping down the rabbit hole with us to discuss our favourite episodes to revisit during the anniversary period. Origina…

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Knowing God’s Presence, with Deacon Chip and Anne Marie Jones 43:13

8M ago43:13

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Sr. Josephine sits down with the parents of Deanna Johnston (previous episode), Deacon Chip and Anne Marie Jones, about their faith journeys to and within the Catholic Church, from the perspective of individuals and as a married couple raising children in the faith. And they share the beautiful witness and steadfast faith of Anne Marie during a per…

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179. EDDIE ROBSON, JONATHAN MORRIS & JOHN DORNEY - The 1963 Trilogy 1:54:39

8M ago1:54:39

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With only one week until the first 60th anniversary Doctor Who special hits our tv screens, we go back ten years to the 50th anniversary and the 1963 Trilogy. Three stories centred around that very special year in Doctor Who history. The stories titles are 1963: Fanfare for the Common Men, 1963: The Space Race and 1963: The Assassination Games. As …

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Episode 2: Next Generation on Net Zero with BESA Future Leaders 51:25

8M ago51:25

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BESA and affiliate member Mitsubishi Electric have recorded the second in their Net Zero Podcast series, this time live from the BESA Annual Conference on 12 October 2023. This episode features BESA Future Leaders Stephen Hinson from HE Simm and Ibrahim Qadir from Vital Energi, Helen Yeulet, Director of Training and Skills at BESA and Martin Fahey,…

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178. The Toymaker - Solitaire 47:28

9M ago47:28

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Only a couple of weeks to go until the 60th Anniversary Doctor Who specials begin to appear on out television screens. In the meantime, join us as we take a look at one of the audio appearances of this mysterious foe, Big Finish's Doctor Who: The Companion Chronicles - Solitaire, featuring India Fisher as Charley Pollard and David baillie as The To…

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God Wants My Mess Too, with Deanna Johnston 31:28

8M ago31:28

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Busy mom of four and Director of Marriage and Family Life in the Diocese of Tyler, Deanna Johnston, reminds us all how God invites us all to give everything to Him, even our messes. Sr. Josephine and Deanna share an honest, enlightening conversation about what it feels like to navigate not "feeling Black enough" and belonging to the Body of Christ.…

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177. The Star Beast - The Comic Strip Adaptations - Review 42:56

9M ago42:56

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As the 60th anniversary of Doctor Who comes ever closer, we review the Big Finish audio adaptation of the comic strip that is also being adapted for the first episode of the RDT2 era, The Star Beast. And we ask the question, why does Russell T. Davies love to adapt stories from other Doctor Who media such as comics, books and audio? Original theme …

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