Best Carmel Jane Podcasts (2024)

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The final playlist: saying "goodbye" 49:37

21d ago49:37

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After almost 400 episodes, six hosts and many (many) hours of podcast listening, Podcast Playlist's run is coming to an end. For our final episode we wanted to share one final podcast playlist with you. A playlist to answer the question we are most frequently asked: what is your favourite podcast episode of all time? Today our producers join Leah i…

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FLASHBACK: CBC's David Common on catching scammers and the new Marketplace podcast 52:53

28d ago52:53

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This week we're sharing a repeat of one of our favourite episodes from October. As a foreign correspondent, David Common's reporting has taken him to more than 80 countries, including warzones in Afghanistan, Iraq and Ukraine. But these days he's staying a bit closer to home. David has recently taken over hosting duties on CBC Radio's morning show …

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Jonathan the gay tortoise, a trans punk rock show and more stories for Pride Month 53:50

1M ago53:50

53:50

This week on Podcast Playlist, we're celebrating Pride month. In the proverbial starter pack of anti-gay slogans, there's one that has stayed consistent over the years: "It's just not natural!" The only problem with that...is according to science, same-sex relationships are extremely natural, occurring in all kinds of different animal species. We'l…

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FLASHBACK: Jane Marie explores the MLM-to-life-coach pipeline 53:37

1M ago53:37

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This week we're sharing one of our favourite episodes from this season. Life coaches sell promises of prosperity, health and happiness. But do coaches actually help you achieve your goals? That's the question at the heart of Season 3 of The Dream. Having tackled pyramid schemes and the world of wellness, coaching seemed like an obvious topic to exp…

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The first cyber-sleuth, why you shouldn't buy an island online, and more of our June favourites 52:45

2M ago52:45

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This week, we're sharing new and notable podcasts from June. First, Todd Matthews was one of the first internet sleuths. He made it his life's mission to give unidentified bodies back their names, and helped create two databases as part of that goal. For years, Todd was haunted by a cold case about two missing boys. One day, one of those boys calle…

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The magic of storytelling with The Moth's Meg Bowles 53:48

2M ago53:48

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The Moth is one of the oldest shows in podcasting. In fact, it pre-dates the medium by several years, having begun in the founder’s living room in 1997. Today, The Moth is an internationally touring live storytelling production and a popular podcast and radio show. This week Leah sits down with The Moth’s senior director Meg Bowles to talk about Th…

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Shima Oliaee (The Competition) and Andrew Ti (Yo, Is This Racist?) on their shows and what they're listening to 53:21

2M ago53:21

53:21

This week on Podcast Playlist: Yo, Is This Racist has hilariously tackled questions about racism since 2011. Creator and host Andrew Ti tells us about the show’s evolution and shares his podcast picks. Plus, every summer, the best and brightest teen girls in the US compete in the lucrative “Distinguished Young Women” competition. We get a direct lo…

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Pitch, Please: George The Poet, Arshy Mann and Allan McLeod tell us about their podcasts 53:22

2M ago53:22

53:22

This week, we’re asking three podcasters to pitch their show to listeners, and we’ll hear a sample of each one. We’re starting with George The Poet. His show is called Have You Heard George’s Podcast? It’s won tons of awards, including a Peabody—and if you haven’t heard it, we promise you’ve never heard another show like it. Then, Leah sits down wi…

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A peek behind the bars at Guantánamo Bay, the untold story behind "Tainted Love", and more great new podcasts (ft. Sarah Koenig, Dana Chivvis, Novena Carmel, Michael Barnes) 53:41

3M ago53:41

53:41

In the early days of the war on terror, the US captured thousands of alleged “enemy combatants” overseas, but they needed somewhere to hold and interrogate them… without worrying about those pesky Geneva Conventions. Guantánamo Bay was the perfect solution. But not long after it opened, the truth of its makeshift justice system started coming to li…

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Josh Gwynn digs into the reality show that marooned 40 kids in the desert, and shares his favourite podcasts 53:47

3M ago53:47

53:47

This week on Podcast Playlist, Leah is joined by Josh Gwynn, host of the new CBC podcast Split Screen: Kid Nation. The podcast revisits the 2007 reality TV show Kid Nation, where 40 children were left in the desert to fend for themselves for more than a month. Through interviews with former contestants, producers and parents, Josh tries to piece to…

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Shakespeare behind bars, the (not-so) scientific art of manifesting your dreams, and more of our greatest hits 53:26

3M ago53:26

53:26

Whether it's in your high school English class or one of the many Shakespeare-inspired 90s rom-coms (10 Things I Hate About You, anybody?), most of us have encountered Shakespeare in some form or another. Another place you can find the Bard? California's Centinela State Prison. The podcast Where There's a Will: Finding Shakespeare tells us about ho…

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The unsolved murder of an 80s counterculture icon, a different kind of doping, and more true crime stories (ft. Penelope Spheeris) 53:12

3M ago53:12

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This week on Podcast Playlist, we’re listening to true crime. During the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard trial, there was a huge amount of online hate directed towards Amber. But what if that was all part of an organized campaign? We’ll find out on Who Trolled Amber. Plus, even if you’ve never heard of Peter Ivers, you’ve probably heard some of his music w…

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FLASHBACK: Our producers pick their favourite shows you might have missed 53:39

4M ago53:39

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To make this show, our team listens through hours upon hours of audio. But sometimes, a few excellent shows will slip through the cracks. This week, Leah is joined by the Podcast Playlist crew to share some amazing podcasts that you may have missed. Like Once upon a time...at Bennington College. Our senior producer Kate Evans likes it because liste…

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The Avril Lavigne body double conspiracy theory, time-travelling trivia, and more great shows for April (ft. Simone Polanen) 53:24

4M ago53:24

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You might have heard of a popular conspiracy theory about one of Canada's most famous rock stars. Avril Lavigne died in 2003, and her record label secretly replaced her with a body double who has been living as an impostor ever since. Could it be true? Probably not, but comedian Joanne McNally helps us find out on the new podcast Who Replaced Avril…

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The radio DJ who debuted at age 73, a 20-year quest to get on Jeopardy, and more stories of late bloomers 55:26

4M ago55:26

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This week on Podcast Playlist we're listening to stories about late bloomers. The first time Jean Westcott auditioned for Jeopardy, she had to wait 18 months to see if she made it. She never got the call. But instead of giving up, she auditioned again… and again… and again… for 20 years. We’ll hear her story. Plus, what does it take to swim from Cu…

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The unwritten rules of mosh pits, unpacking the influence of Christian rock, and more stories about rock 'n roll 54:27

4M ago54:27

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This week on Podcast Playlist, we’re featuring podcasts about rock and roll. Sister Rosetta Tharpe is often called “The Godmother of Rock and Roll” and inspired artists like Elvis, Johnny Cash, and Aretha Franklin… Yet she’s been largely left out of the history books. The podcast They Did That tells her story. Plus, churches are often the venue for…

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The man who robbed a Vegas casino and then moved in, and more stories about scammers and thieves 53:22

4M ago53:22

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One early morning in December 2010, Tony Carleo rolled up to the Bellagio Hotel and Casino on the Las Vegas Strip. Dressed in a full motorcycle jumpsuit, gloves and helmet, he took out a pistol and robbed $1.5 million worth of casino chips. But that wasn’t all. Soon after he returned, and he used the very money he stole to check into the hotel and …

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The history of Pornhub, a challenge to the ethics of podcasting, and more new and notable shows (ft. Samantha Cole, Jess Shane) 56:21

5M ago56:21

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When you think of Canadian cultural exports, you probably don’t think of porn. But Montreal is home to a little website you may have heard of: Pornhub. On The Pornhub Empire: Understood, we’ll hear the little-known story of the company’s history. Plus, Leah sits down with host Samantha Cole to learn more. And: Telling personal stories in the form o…

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The rise and fall of 1-900 phone lines, rigging the lottery, and more stories about numbers 54:03

5M ago54:03

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This week, we’re listening to one, two, three, four, five, six different podcasts all about numbers. In the 80s, your favourite celebrities were just one dial away. And about $3 per minute, of course. But what’s a couple extra bucks on the phone bill, if it means chatting with your favourite superstars, psychics, or potential spouses? Twenty Thousa…

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Pitch, please: three history podcasters tell us why we should listen to their shows 53:32

5M ago53:32

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This week, Leah sat down with the hosts of three history podcasts to learn about their shows. Martine Powers from The Washington Post's The Empty Grave of Comrade Bishop, Tim Harford from Pushkin's Cautionary Tales and Ramtin Arablouei from NPR's Throughline. First, Martine Powers tells us about The Empty Grave of Comrade Bishop. In 1979, there was…

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FLASHBACK: Normal Gossip host Kelsey McKinney on how gossip brings us all closer together 54:04

5M ago54:04

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*This episode was first broadcast June 2023This week on Podcast Playlist: Gossip. Whether you’ve been a part of spreading it or have been at the centre of it, we’ve all had experience with gossip in one form or another. Some may argue that dishing the dirt can ruin lives, but it also has a unique ability to bring people together. The podcast Normal…

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Hollywood's communist blacklist and more February favourites 53:44

6M ago53:44

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This week on Podcast Playlist we’re sharing some of the best new and notable podcasts. Charlie Chaplin is one of the most important people in the history of cinema. But he wasn’t universally admired in his heyday, and he had some powerful enemies, including J. Edgar Hoover and the FBI. Hoover became obsessed with Chaplin, and was certain he was a c…

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Dan Harris says you're actually not as bad at meditation as you think 43:23

6M ago43:23

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When former ABC News anchor Dan Harris had a panic attack on live TV, he knew he needed a change. He took up meditation, and wrote a book called Ten Percent Happier. Ten years later, that book is an international bestseller, and has morphed into a popular meditation app and a podcast of the same name. This week on Podcast Playlist, Dan Harris joins…

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#25 LIVE PANEL SHOW! 47:41

4+ y ago47:41

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I'm back with a special live panel show version of my podcast in front of a live audience. This was recorded at the Brentwood Business Showcase with my guests including: Ashton Hunt from Tees Law, Steve Baker from Baker Labels, Davina Steele from her Gluten Free Bakery and Matt Barry from Blue Serif.…

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#24 Pramkicker to Stiletto Beach! - Sadie Hasler 26:35

5y ago26:35

26:35

We are back with Season 2 of the podcast, kicking it off I chat with Sadie Hasler a local play-write and comedian from Leigh-on-Sea about her new venture into the theatre, with Stiletto Beach! A comedy about all things Essex, set in sunny Southend!

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#23 Chesney Hawkes - The One and Only! (Exclusive Interview) 25:21

5y ago25:21

25:21

In this episode, I am back for an exclusive episode interviewing the one and only Chesney Hawkes. He is here to talk all things Godspell with his son Casey.

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#22 Ralph Lauren to London Zoo! - Reclaiming Tropical Timber (With Deb and Janine) 37:36

5y ago37:36

37:36

In the final episode of season one, we speak with Deb and Janine from Ashwells Timber, learning about how they transform washed up wood to beautiful tables and decorative pieces, and saving the planet as a whole!

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#21 Mental Health Healing with Self Health Oils - (With Jacky Rands) 28:14

5y ago28:14

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In this episode, we chat with Jacky on the immense benefits of aroma therapy to help her through some tough times with family and mental health.

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#20 Chicken and Frog Bookshop - (With Natasha Radford) 38:35

5y ago38:35

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Join us today with Natasha who talks to us about her journey to success on the high street with her beautiful book store.

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#19 The Guilty Feminist - Chatting with Deborah Francis-White 21:15

5y ago21:15

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In this special episode, I got the opportunity to sit down with Deborah Frances-White. I am a massive fan of hers and she has pushed an incredible platform for females through her Guilty Feminist Podcast with over 65 million downloads and comedy stand up shows.

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#18 Building a Business that Brings you Happiness (With Lucy Newson) 21:05

5y ago21:05

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In this episode I speak with Lucy Newson, a local Equine and Canine photographer who used to work for me. She has grown her business over the last year and is doing loads of great work for charity, here is her story so far!

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#17 Images as Individual as You Are - From Wedding Photography to Author (With Ross Willsher) 37:08

5y ago37:08

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In this episode I speak with Ross Willsher, a local wedding photographer who has now written multiple books. He provides beautiful images that tell wonderful and powerful individual stories.

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#16 Ed Sheeran to Eggs Benedict! - The Brentwood Kitchen (With Linzi Banim) 36:55

5y ago36:55

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In this weeks show we speak to Linzi Banim on how she set up the Brentwood Kitchen, a local hub for amazing food and entertainment. Now popular amongst several celebs, tune in to find out how she got to where she is today.

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#15 Desperation to Inspiration - Become a Warrior Woman! (With Jamie Mckagan) 50:21

5y ago50:21

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In this weeks episode I speak with Jamie Mckagan of Warrior Women Billericay, all about the importance of physical and mental health, to build a better self and grow your business!

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#14 Special Needs And Parents Charity (SNAP) 20:55

5y ago20:55

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In this episode I speak with the lovely ladies from SNAP charity and their upcoming 25th anniversary and how you can get involved and help out in upcoming events!

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#13 Giveaway Time! - How to Plan and Find Your Market (With Jill Willis) 37:21

5y ago37:21

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In this episode we speak with Jill Willis, about her story from owning a restaurant chain to working in copy and journalism. Stick around for a special giveaway, with a prize that you won’t want to miss!

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#12 Changing the World via Collaboration (With Gill Tiney) 34:46

5+ y ago34:46

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Today I speak with Gill Tiney from 'Be Collaboration' to find out about the importance of sharing ideas in order to grow your business and yourself as an individual.

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#11 My Story (Bonus Episode Interviewed by Ian Leigh) 9:37

5+ y ago9:37

9:37

In this bonus episode, the tables are turned as drive time presenter of Phoenix 98 FM Ian Leigh, interviews me on my life and business journey.

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#10 Build Your Brand! (With Jo Boxer) 40:28

5+ y ago40:28

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Jo Boxer is in the studio today, speaking with us on her story on being a designer. She gives out loads of top tips for everyone to help build their brand and how important it is to get it right.

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#09 Caring for Your Staff (With Jane Bennet) 34:27

5+ y ago34:27

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We speak with Jane Bennet all about her funeral directory business and her methods of boosting moral in the work place to keep your team happy and motivated.

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#08 The Mums in Business Association (With Loren Knight) 17:09

5+ y ago17:09

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In today's episode we chat with Loren Knight from the Mums in Business Association (MIBA) who gives us her story on how she encourages mums and women in business to grow their confidence as well as their business.

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#07 Scone Crazy! (With Jane Malyon) 53:14

5+ y ago53:14

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In todays episode we speak with Jane Malyon from The English Cream Tea Company. A home delivery service for all your traditional British cream tea needs. She is soon to be opening a sconery right here in Essex, as well as just launching her very own book.

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#06 How to Sell (With Rupert Miles) Plus a Massive Giveaway! 55:13

5+ y ago55:13

55:13

This week, we speak with sales expert Rupert Miles who has a massive giveaway for all of you lucky listeners worth almost £10,000! Tune in to find out how to enter to win this amazing prize. We also have social media expert Emma Goode in for some top tips on social media marketing for your business.

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#05 International Women's Day Special (With Cat Tierney, Tabitha Pascoe, Kat Clifton and Louise McKinlay) 1:12:35

5+ y ago1:12:35

1:12:35

In this weeks episode we have a panel discussion talking all things female, from how woman are represented in the media and in society to sport and home life.

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#04 Baking the Difference (With Davina Steel) 50:42

5+ y ago50:42

50:42

In this weeks episode we talk to Davina Steel, award winning gluten-free baker who speaks about her 4 year journey from recovering from a life threatening illness, to award winning entrepreneur who has a full range of products available at Waitrose and soon to be opening a commercial bakery.

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#03 Wellbeing Matters (With Mandy Baker) 50:28

5+ y ago50:28

50:28

This week’s episode is Wellbeing Matters and we have the wonderful Mandy Baker on the show. Not only is she the FD at a multi-million pound company, she also runs The Zone Club ‘Gym Membership for your mind’. The Zone club offers online membership, providing motivation, confidence can achievement through courses and community. Mandy helps clients t…

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#02 Employ and Grow Your Business (With Penny Hollington) 50:17

5+ y ago50:17

50:17

Employing staff is the rocket-fuel for your business, but you have to get it right! We talk to expert recruiter Penny Hollington on how to recruit and grow your perfect team and grow a business that makes a difference. www.hollingtonassociates.co.uk/ Tune in live to my show on Phoenix 98 FM every Wednesday from 1-3pm www.phoenixfm.com/listen-live/…

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#01 From Manufacturing To Global Distribution (With Laura Jane Mudie) 48:50

5+ y ago48:50

48:50

In this episode I speak to Laura Jane Mudie from the much loved and renowned brand 'Rosa & Bo'. This beautiful baby brand has been developed over the last decade with wonderful sensory toys in order to aid cognitive development for little ones.

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