Best C_Uncommon Podcasts (2024)

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Interview with A. C. Grayling, Philosophy And Life: Exploring the Great Questions of How to Live 1:04:45

6m ago1:04:45

1:04:45

British philosopher and best-selling author A. C. Grayling joins Amy in the Triple R studios for a very special in-depth conversation. Anthony tells us how we can consciously build our own philosophy of life, and why it is so important that we have one of our own. Grayling doesn't want to be prescriptive, but rather says we should take what's best …

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Philosopher A. C. Grayling On How To Build Your Own Philosophy Of Life 1:04:45

10d ago1:04:45

1:04:45

British philosopher and best-selling author A. C. Grayling joins Amy in the Triple R studios for a very special in-depth conversation. Anthony tells us how we can consciously build our own philosophy of life, and why it is so important that we have one of our own. Grayling doesn't want to be prescriptive, but rather says we should take what's best …

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Fueling Peak Performance: C-Monster Mindset 15:46

7h ago15:46

15:46

Can proper nutrition really transform your athletic performance? Discover the secrets to achieving peak performance in this invigorating episode of the Can't Be Broken podcast with me, C Monster. We break down the indispensable elements of athletic success, focusing on strength, agility, endurance, and the often-neglected aspect of nutrition. Imagi…

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Empowering Black Health: Essential Steps for Longevity and Well-Being 59:47

4h ago59:47

59:47

Have you ever wanted to have a (free and authentic) conversation with a cardiologist? That's what the Espresso Talk Today team wanted--and that's what we had! We met with Dr. Clyde Yancy, cardiologist and spokesperson of the American Heart Association! Nothing was off the table. We discussed everything from heart fairlure to heart health. Dr. Yancy…

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Old Fashioned Monkey Love 28:31

5d ago28:31

28:31

This week I discuss the Five Monkeys Experiment, time-traveling nut shots, and how old people are ruining America with senior citizen's discounts. I can't wait to qualify. The discount cut-off should be based on relevant medical data, not age. To me... I'm 65 right now!By Michael C. Durso

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Forging Pathways in Sports and Academics: The Remarkable Journey of Olyvia and Priscylla Rutter 1:00:31

4h ago1:00:31

1:00:31

Get ready to be inspired as we welcome Olyvia and Priscylla Rutter, two exceptional young athletes, who share their journeys on and off the softball field. Olyvia, fresh from graduating Providence High School, is set to pitch for NYU while pursuing a career in dentistry. Meanwhile, Priscylla, a talented first baseman or designated hitter at Dominic…

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Uncovering Hidden Racism: The Everyday Behaviors We Need to Confront 44:19

8d ago44:19

44:19

In this powerful episode of Espresso Talk Today, we dive deep into the often-overlooked world of covert racism—the subtle, everyday behaviors and attitudes that many people don’t even realize are racist. From denying racism’s existence to ignoring white privilege and making harmful stereotypes, we unpack how these actions perpetuate systemic racism…

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Mosquito Bites & Secondhand Pants 30:12

12d ago30:12

30:12

I took my dog on a float trip this weekend and we had a blast. I thought I would take my listeners along because I didn't have time to write anything else. It was a great time, and at least now I know I can still, "Rough-It" when I have to pass the Apocalypse Challenge - Civil War Edition.By Michael C. Durso

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Episode 9 | Filler Expansion and Longevity 30:56

3h ago30:56

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A video of a patient's facial MRI, showcasing their hyaluronic acid filler expanding and lasting longer than expected, recently went viral on social media. Jon and Nicole address this topic and several others in this episode of Fill Me In. You can find the fill video on Dr. Kami Parsa's TikTok page: @kamiparsamd On Fill Me In: An Aesthetics Podcast…

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Why is August 28th so important to Black Folks? 29:30

7h ago29:30

29:30

Join Ama-Robin on Espresso Talk Today as we dive into the profound significance of August 28th in Black history—a day marked by moments of pain, progress, and power. From Emmett Till’s tragic lynching to Dr. King’s iconic "I Have a Dream" speech, we explore the events that have shaped our journey toward justice and equality. This episode is a power…

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The Power of Persistence and Clear Goals: C-Monsters Mindset 13:08

7d ago13:08

13:08

What does it really mean to work hard, and are you truly giving your best effort? Join me, C Monster, as we kick off Season 3 of the Can't Be Broken Podcast with a fresh perspective and a renewed sense of purpose. After a brief hiatus to explore new endeavors and recover from personal injuries, I'm excited to share my journey and the lessons learne…

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Hair Of The Dog 31:18

19d ago31:18

31:18

Beauty School Drop-Out: Your story sad to tell A teenage ne'er do well Most mixed up non-delinquent on the block Your future's so unclear now What's left of your career now? Can't even get a trade in on your smock La, la la la, la la la, la la la La la la la la la La la la la la la La la la la la la la Beauty school dropout No graduation day for yo…

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From The Vault – Interview with Robert Macfarlane, Underland: A Deep Time Journey 1:08:13

22m ago1:08:13

1:08:13

A very special interview is brought out of the archives as acclaimed British writer Robert Macfarlane joins Amy for an in-depth conversation about the connections between landscape, language, people, and place. This expansive conversation begins with an exploration of the aspects of nature, landscape, and place that motivate Robert’s writing. Rober…

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Interview with Satyajit Das, Wild Quests: Journeys into Ecotourism and the Future for Animals 1:13:20

39m ago1:13:20

1:13:20

Author and former financier Satyajit Das joins Amy for a long-form conversation about the rise of ecotourism, the joys and wonders of seeing animals "in the wild," along with ecotourism's very problematic effects, as explored in his latest book, Wild Quests: Journeys into Ecotourism and the Future for Animals (Monash University Publishing).Is Das w…

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Uncovering the Racism You’ve Been Taught 38:33

5d ago38:33

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In this episode, host Ama-Robin dives deep into a challenging yet vital discussion: "You probably don’t think that you’re racist. But you are!" Many white people, even those who consider themselves allies, unknowingly perpetuate racism through ingrained and socialized behaviors. This episode isn’t about blame or shame—it's about understanding and t…

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Father For Sale! 35:53

26d ago35:53

35:53

Congratulations to the US Women's Soccer Team on their gold medal. It makes me miss Umbros. It's a good thing they don't have parenting as an Olympic sport, I don't think I could medal - even if I play on the girls team. One father for sale! One father for sale! One crying and whining old father for sale! I’m really not kidding, So who’ll start the…

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Episode 8 | Weight Loss Drugs and More with Dr. Cory Stewart 42:31

24d ago42:31

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Weight loss drugs are the latest craze in medical aesthetics, and Dr. Cory Stewart joins us on Fill Me In to discuss everything about them. Cory Stewart, M.D. is a board certified family physician and the better half to our host, Jon LeSuer. Follow Dr. Stewart on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorcorystewart/ On Fill Me In: An Aesthetics P…

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Fighting the "C" Word: The Dangers of Complacency 50:44

12d ago50:44

50:44

Hujambo, beautiful people! I’m Ama-Robin, host of Espresso Talk Today. In this episode, we're tackling the "C" word: complacency. Join me as we explore why complacency is a silent but powerful enemy in our fight for justice and equality. We'll discuss how complacency perpetuates injustice, creates a false sense of accomplishment, erodes empathy, an…

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Weed Tampons? 33:03

1M ago33:03

33:03

Women are sanctuary and music is there to remind us.By Michael C. Durso

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Navigating the Chaos: Confronting Racism in Unexpected Places 32:41

1M ago32:41

32:41

In this powerful episode, Black empowerment educator and host Ama-Robin dives into the unpredictable and irrational chaos of living Black in predominantly white spaces. Ama-Robin shares a recent "banking while Black" experience, highlighting the physical, mental, and emotional toll that racism takes on Black people as individuals and communities. T…

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Dogs, Sheep, Monkeys & Geckos 32:53

1M ago32:53

32:53

I'll be back with more.By Michael C. Durso

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Episode 7 | Mother/Wife/Business Owner: Melissa LaMarca, PA-C 31:44

23d ago31:44

31:44

Exhibit Medical Aesthetics' co-owner, Melissa LaMarca , joins us on Fill Me In! Melissa is Nicole Bauer's business partner, a P.A. Aesthetic Injector, and, not least of all, a loving mother to two boys. Melissa fills us in on what it's like balancing work and family, opening a medical aesthetics practice, keeping calm on the outside, and much more.…

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Robert Macfarlane Climbs Mountains And Delves Into The Underland With Amy Mullins 1:08:13

24d ago1:08:13

1:08:13

A very special interview was brought out of the archives as acclaimed British writer Robert Macfarlane joins Amy for an in-depth conversation about the connections between landscape, language, people, and place. This expansive conversation begins with an exploration of the aspects of nature, landscape, and place that motivate Robert’s writing. Robe…

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Wealth Inequality and Inclusive Growth with Matthew Mendelsohn 1:14:26

2M ago1:14:26

1:14:26

On this episode Matthew Mendelsohn joins Nate on the podcast to discuss the issue of wealth concentration and its threat to democratic stability. They discuss practical solutions to address wealth inequality, trust in democratic institutions, the role of the federal public service and the need for a competent and responsive government. Matthew's ex…

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Shame On Me? 35:10

2M ago35:10

35:10

An eighty-year-old man walks into a confessional. He sits down and the priest asks him to submit his sins to the lord. The old man says, "I married a beautiful eighteen year old woman, with a great body that wants to have sex as often as I can." The priest says, "OK... but if you are married, it's not a sin and you have nothing to be ashamed of. Wh…

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The Mindfulness Superpower: Tapping into your Inner Wisdom. 54:31

1M ago54:31

54:31

In this powerful and transformative episode, host Ama-Robin welcomes back Roxanne Warden, a board-certified life and mindfulness coach, for the second part of their series on the power of mindfulness. This episode dives into the critical role of mindfulness in Black empowerment and offers practical tools to help listeners manage the chaos of living…

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Trust, But Verify 33:27

2M ago33:27

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America literally dodged a bullet on Saturday, July 13th. Well, most of it anyway. One inch hasn't mattered this much since my penis stopped working, and if you don't think we dodged a bullet on Saturday you are a monster, plain and simple. And that's that.By Michael C. Durso

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Talia Cotton on starting an agency after leaving Pentagram 35:19

1M ago35:19

35:19

In this engaging conversation, Talia Cotton shares her journey from working at Pentagram to starting her design studio — Cotton Design. She talks about the challenges of the first year of being an agency founder, the main leadership lessons she learned and insights on building and managing a team.Watch the full interview to find out:👉 Three things …

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Episode 6 | An Aesthetician's POV: Brittany Selementi 32:21

2M ago32:21

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Exhibit Medical Aesthetics' aesthetician, Brittany Selementi, joins us on Fill Me In! Brittany talks all about the long road that brought her to medical aesthetics, and what you can do take care of your skin like a pro. Follow Brittany Selementi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/britt_aesthetician/ To book with Brittany, visit the Exhibit's w…

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Satyajit Das On Ecotourism, Deep Ecology, And The Future Of The Natural World 1:13:20

2M ago1:13:20

1:13:20

Author and former financier Satyajit Das joins Amy for a long-form conversation about the rise of ecotourism, the joys and wonders of seeing animals "in the wild," along with ecotourism's problematic effects, as explored in his latest book, Wild Quests: Journeys into Ecotourism and the Future for Animals (Monash University Publishing). Is Das witne…

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Self-care Special: Building Your Village with Mindfulness and Support 49:43

1M ago49:43

49:43

In this insightful episode, host Ama-Robin and special guest Roxanne Worden, a dedicated mindfulness coach, discuss how building a diverse support network can lead to personal growth and empowerment within the Black community. Ama-Robin highlights the importance of professionals like doctors, dentists, and mindfulness coaches, while Roxanne delves …

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Be Kind. Rewind. 32:38

2M ago32:38

32:38

Generation X was the "take it home" movie generation. The first video store opened in 1977, and streaming started in 1992. We watched as VHS, BETA, and Laserdisc battled for market dominance, but it was a short-lived victory for VHS. Within a few years we threw away our VHS for Blu-ray like it had cooties. Now Blu-ray and Generation X are both in t…

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Interview with Kate Manne, Unshrinking: How To Fight Fatphobia 1:14:10

2M ago1:14:10

1:14:10

Author and philosopher Dr Kate Manne returns to speak in-depth with Amy about her excellent new book, Unshrinking: How To Fight Fatphobia. As Kate describes it; "part memoir, part polemic, and part (all?) philosophy, this book aims to show why fatphobia is a vital social justice issue, and provide an analysis of what fatphobia is and how it works."…

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Kate Manne Tells Us How To Fight Fatphobia In Her New Book, Unshrinking 1:14:10

2M ago1:14:10

1:14:10

Author and philosopher Dr Kate Manne returns to speak in-depth with Amy about her excellent new book, Unshrinking: How To Fight Fatphobia. As Kate describes it; "part memoir, part polemic, and part (all?) philosophy, this book aims to show why fatphobia is a vital social justice issue, and provide an analysis of what fatphobia is and how it works."…

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US Politics With Emma Shortis; Kate Manne Tells Us How To Fight Fatphobia; The 2024 UK Election Results With Andrew Walter 2:22:34

2M ago2:22:34

2:22:34

Amy Mullins returns to the airwaves. Regular guest Dr Emma Shortis talks all things US politics, including the 2024 Presidential election debate and race. Will Joe Biden drop out of the race to make way for a different Democratic candidate? What is the status of Donald Trump's legal battles? How has the US Supreme Court transformed US government, s…

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Sometimes You Need To Burn Your Boat 32:26

2M ago32:26

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This is my tenth episode! I set that as goal number one and that's that! I am really proud to hit my first milestone. I don't know if I can say that I did it in-stride though. The last few episodes turned out well (to me), but I am struggling a little bit trying to find the balance between the good old-fashioned storytelling, and the interactive st…

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Why I Loathe July 4th in America 35:21

2M ago35:21

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In this powerful and defiant episode, host Ama-Robin confronts the painful contradictions of celebrating Independence Day as a Black American. Drawing inspiration from Frederick Douglass's iconic speech, "What to the Slave is Your Fourth of July?" Ama-Robin exposes the hypocrisies of a nation that celebrates freedom while denying it to millions. Th…

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Episode 5 | Princess Diana of Aesthetics: Melissa Giordano 48:26

2M ago48:26

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Melissa Giordano joins us on Fill Me In! Melissa is a true pioneer in the field, and an inspiration to those of us in aesthetics. We had such a great conversation with the Princess Diana of aesthetics! Follow Melissa Giordano on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aesthetic_nurse_melissa/ To book with Melissa, visit the following website for The B…

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Interview with A. C. Grayling, Who Owns the Moon? In Defence of Humanity's Common Interests in Space 58:43

2M ago58:43

58:43

Amy is joined by Professor of Philosophy A. C. Grayling for a deep examination of his new book, 'Who Owns The Moon? In Defence of Humanity’s Common Interests in Space.'With rare earths and natural resources that are essential for future technology from microprocessors to EV batteries running out on the Earth – humanity is now looking towards its cl…

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Interview with Bertrand Bourgeois, Macron's Gamble: The 2024 French Elections 1:02:26

2M ago1:02:26

1:02:26

Dr Bertrand Bourgeois speaks in-depth about the snap French elections for the National Assembly (lower house) called by President Emmanuel Macron. With the far-right National Rally (led by Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella) leading in the polls, closely followed by the far left coalition, the New Popular Front (comprising 'La France Insoumise' or F…

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Interview with James Curran, Is AUKUS Really Viable & Is There A Plan B? 56:19

2M ago56:19

56:19

Professor James Curran delves into the discussions and real intentions behind the AUKUS agreement and Australia's plan to obtain nuclear submarines from the US and the UK. How exactly does the US perceive AUKUS? James reveals how the US' view differs greatly from the Australian government's view. With so many practical questions weighing around the…

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Why Black-centered Spaces Should be Protected 44:00

2M ago44:00

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Join Ama-Robin on Espresso Talk Today as we celebrate Black spaces—vibrant havens of safety and empowerment that defy the chaos of predominantly white spaces. Discover the resilience and creativity flourishing in Black-owned restaurants, boutiques, and cultural centers. But Black spaces are so much more. Black spaces are Black history, Black art, B…

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I'm Sorry Sigourney Weaver 37:01

3M ago37:01

37:01

Last week I called Sigourney Weaver a demonic dog, and that was in error. It was a sloppy mistake. I hope that this deep dive on some of my worst mistakes is an acceptable apology. Two men were sitting at a bar one night talking about mistakes. The first guy said he'd had a horrible Freudian slip just days earlier, when he was at the airport and mi…

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Macron's Gamble: The 2024 French Elections With Bertrand Bourgeois 1:02:26

3M ago1:02:26

1:02:26

Dr Bertrand Bourgeois speaks in-depth about the snap French elections for the National Assembly (lower house) called by President Emmanuel Macron. With the far-right National Rally or Rassemblement National (led by Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella) leading in the polls, closely followed by the far left coalition, the New Popular Front or Le Nouvea…

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Is AUKUS Really Viable & Is There A Plan B?; Macron's Gamble: The 2024 French Elections; Alison Croggon On The State Of Australian Theatre 2:21:24

2M ago2:21:24

2:21:24

Professor James Curran delves into the discussions and real intentions behind the AUKUS agreement and Australia's plan to obtain nuclear submarines from the US and the UK. How exactly does the US perceive AUKUS? James reveals how the US' view differs greatly from the Australian government's view. With so many practical questions weighing around the…

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Juneteenth: A Radical Movement for Reparations and Liberation 34:17

3M ago34:17

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In this powerful and radical episode, host Ama-Robin dives into the deeper significance of Juneteenth, the day that marks the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Juneteenth is not just a celebration—it's an ongoing movement for reparations and liberation. Ama-Robin explores the historical roots of Juneteenth, the enduring struggles faced by…

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Interview with Andrew Walter, Examining The 2024 UK Election Campaign 34:22

3M ago34:22

34:22

Professor Andrew Walter from the University of Melbourne updates us about the UK election campaign, which is in its third week. With voting to be held on July 4th, will the UK population show up and vote according to what the polls presently indicate, which is a landslide victory to Sir Keir Starmer’s Labour Party? Or will there be an increase in t…

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Dedicated To Art And Free To All 34:20

3M ago34:20

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"A bus full of ugly people have a head on collision with a truck. When they died, God granted all of them one wish. The first person said, "I want to be gorgeous." God snapped his fingers and it happened. The second person said the same thing and God did the same thing. This went on and on, throughout the group. God noticed that the last man in lin…

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Interview with Richard Denniss, Inequality In Australia And How We Can Fix It 36:04

3M ago36:04

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Dr Richard Denniss talks all about inequality in Australia and how we fix it – the topic of his current national speaking tour. Richard is Executive Director of The Australia Institute. To attend the online live-streamed event being hosted in Adelaide, visit: https://australiainstitute.org.au/event/unequal-australia-adelaide/To listen back to Amy's…

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Interview with Ceridwen Dovey, Only The Astronauts 56:39

3M ago56:39

56:39

Acclaimed writer Ceridwen Dovey brings real space objects to life in her new collection of short stories, Only The Astronauts (Penguin Books). Ceridwen reflects on the stories and inner lives she creates for Elon Musk's rocket test mannequin, 'Starman,' as well as the International Space Station, the first sculpture ever taken to the Moon, the Voya…

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