Best Claes Podcasts (2024)

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Gradient Mix - Tracks and remixes from Shingo Nakamura, Rezident, Wassu, Marsh, BT, Roald Velden, Claes Rosen and more 1:00:00

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Aprils gradient sunset skies usher in this months best new melodic releases. Tracks and remixes from Shingo Nakamura, Rezident, Wassu, Marsh, BT, Roald Velden, Claes Rosen and moreRshand - Leave It AllRoald Velden - SequoiaWassu - Devi (Erdi Irmak Mix)PolyED - Departurezensei - Marina Del ReyAngara - OdysseyThomas Schwarz and Faustino Fanizza - Gek…

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112 years ago today, RMS Titanic struck an iceberg. Historian Claes-Göran Wetterholm reveals some heartbreaking, untold personal stories… 52:46

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This year marks 112 years since the Titanic hit an iceberg on 14 April 1912, and in that time the doomed vessel has spawned countless myths, thousands of books and, of course, James Cameron’s Oscar-winning film Titanic . But In our quest to get to get closer to the so-called ‘Ship of Dreams’ have we overlooked the human tragedy at the heart of the …

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Meet the Sugar Girls of Love Lane. New social history book set in Tate & Lyle's Liverpool factory in the sixties offers a glimpse of a long vanished era. 1:14:35

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In The Sugar Girls of Love Lane, out today, Duncan Barrett and Nuala Calvi, the authors of the Sunday Times bestseller The Sugar Girls, tell the remarkable stories of those who worked at the famous Tate & Lyle factory in Liverpool. For over a hundred years until it closed in 1981, Henry Tate’s flagship sugar refinery at Love Lane dominated the Live…

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Comment la danse hiphop forme à l'entreprenariat: l'histoire d'un salon de coiffure atypique I BONUS FR1 53:43

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This BONUS episode is in French. For subtitles, we recommend our listeners to watch it on Youtube. This is a beautiful interview about dance and entrepreneurship. ======= Sandrine Nsita: son parcours de danseuse hiphop et dancehall était un échauffement pour son avenir en tant qu'entrepreneuse accomplie. Notre invitée nous plonge dans l'essence mêm…

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The art of making dreams a reality: 6 ways to achieve the impossible I Ep3 33:06

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Embark on an inspirational odyssey not just with me, but with yourself! We are all driven by a tenacious pursuit to transform dreams into realities. Have you ever beheld a feat so daunting, you deemed it 'impossible'? Today, I'll share some stories, as your athletic creative guide, from the cobblestone alleys of Paris to the colourful expanse of Ba…

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How a filmmaker got his first passion project on Amazon Prime I Ep2 54:14

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When Yorgo Glynatsis stepped onto the set of his first short film, 'Trigger,' little did he know the profound impact his work would have on Amazon Prime viewers and beyond. On our latest episode, the mastermind behind House of Glynatsis Productions takes us through his transformative journey from dance and acting into the director's chair. Strap in…

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Navigating the Emotional Landscape of a Creative Career: Mindset Shifts and the Triumph of Freedom I Ep1 53:08

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Ever found yourself wondering if a change in mindset could really chart a new course in your artistic life? Simon Maestre's journey is a testament to this transformative power. He grew up carrying the weight of a family “secret”. Born in Caracas Venezuela, growing up in the US in Oklahoma, his love for acting guided him and helped him to stay cente…

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S2:E11 - Future of the Show + Listener Stories 45:24

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Support the Show • Santiago shares some personal news, updates on the future of the show, and listener stories. Resources / Topics Mentioned: Slate: Why Do We Give Our Pets Death With Dignity but Not Ourselves? More Listener Stories Podcast Resources Book Resources Full Transcripts, resources and more: hell.bio/notes — Have a story to share? Write …

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Meet the wartime librarians of Occupied Paris. Bestselling author of The Paris Library, Janet Skeslien Charles, on how reading gives us a privacy of the mind 52:09

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‘Reading gives us a privacy of the mind. Librarians are heroes.’ Librarian turned bestselling author Janet Skeslien Charles told me. In this episode we discuss the remarkable true story behind the brave Parisian librarians in WW2 who inspired The Paris Library. Her new book, Miss Morgan's Book Brigade, out April 30 2024, based on a true story of a …

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Meet the French librarian who trained as a Board Game Librarian and revolutionised her library in lockdown! 31:58

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Libraries are about so much more than books. Just ask librarian for Kingston Upon Thames, Marion Tessier, who trained as a boardgame librarian. On National Boardgame Day, she gives us a fasincating glimpse into her job. Thank you to our media partner: Family History Zone – a website covering archives, history and genealogy. Please check then out at…

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S2:E10 - From Youth Rusher to Ex-Adventist - Pt. 2 48:52

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Support the Show • Part 2 of Santiago's interview with Andres Pichinte (They/Them), a Gen Z ex-Adventist who went from fundamentalist Adventism and going door to door for two summers with Youth Rush, to exploring esotericism and now Orthodox Christianity. We discussed the sales tactics used by Youth Rush, the books they sold and beliefs they encoun…

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Meet the librarians who rescued the books the Nazis burnt and plundered 1:16:35

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Brianna Labuskes is more than just a gifted writer, she is a story hunter, who delves deep into the past and finds histories forgotten heroines. In this fascinating conversation, Brianna shares the true story of the Council of Books in Wartime--the WWII organisation founded by booksellers, publishers, librarians, and authors to use books as "weapon…

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Teaser: What is your Future Self trying to tell you right now? 12:21

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What is your Future Self trying to tell you right now? - with Cindy Claes Support the show Let's continue the conversation on Instagram: Cindy Claes - Host @cindy_claes Loud Whisper VZW - Producers @loudwhispervzw Join the community: Buy Me A Coffee VIP ZoneBy Loud Whisper VZW / Cindy Claes

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Rotation Mix - Featuring tracks and remixes by Tristan Armes, Ruben Hadland, Thaylo, Olivier Schories, CRi and more 1:00:00

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March brings a mix of the best melodic progressive house, Featuring tracks and remixes by Tristan Armes, Ruben Hadland, Thaylo, Olivier Schories, CRi and moreAlex H - How Can We Go On This WayTristan Armes - TelescopeSamer Tinoco - SagitarioA.M.R and Cornelius SA - KarmaTristan Armes - Moonlit SerenityRuben Hadland - BrothersRezident and Ekko Muic …

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Rounding up randy runaway sheep and delivering twin lambs whilst making gravy. Welcome to the multitasking world of the Devon Shepherdess. 54:32

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It's March, the month of daffodils, pussy willow and lambs - what better time to pay a visit to Twig Farm! Paula Steer is one of a new breed of shepherdesses blazing a trail across social media. Paula’s been farming sheep farm at Twig Farm in Devon for the past twenty years, following in the footsteps of her great-great grandmother Lily Warne. Desp…

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Travel back to Victorian Brighton and discover a shadowy world of erotic tableaux, gangsters and music-hall artistes in Jacquie Bloese's atmospheric new novel 51:23

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Historical fiction author, Jacquie Bloese draws her inspiration from atmospheric locations with intriguing histories, and people – both real and imaginary – whose stories are calling out to be told. Her latest release, The Golden Hour, set in Victorian Brighton is a compelling and deeply atmospheric read. In this fascinating episode, Jacquie discus…

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Vapour Mix - featuring tracks and artists including John Gurd, Jody Wisternoff, Shingo Nakemura, Estiva, Zerb and more 1:00:00

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February brings a mix of deep melodic progressive house, featuring tracks and artists including John Gurd, Jody Wisternoff, Shingo Nakemura, Estiva, Zerb and moreJohn Gurd and Reset Robot - TakerimbaNpi Jody Wisternoff and James Grant - FreeflyEnamour - The Quieter You AreLateral Shift - QosmicaPASINDU - Circle of Harmony (Kay-D Remix)Zerb - Mwaki …

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Channel Islands under Occupation. From the library to the post office, Jersey is an island simmering with stories and secrets 1:12:37

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To celebrate the launch of my thirteenth book, The Wartime Book Club, historical fiction author Iona Grey has turned the tables and is asking me the questions. In this discussion we talk about the Occupation of the Channel Islands, how I discovered and researched the story, how and why we write and SO much more. I hope you enjoy. Kate x Thank you t…

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Famine. Revolution. Rebellion. A history of Paris, seen through the windows of a tiny Montmartre bakery 1:01:50

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From the author of The School for German Brides, this captivating historical novel by Aimie K.Runyan is set in nineteenth-century and post-World War II Paris follows two fierce women of the same family, generations apart, who find that their futures lie in the four walls of a simple bakery in a tiny corner of Montmartre. In this episode, Aimie disc…

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School librarian by day, novelist by night. Meet the author who threw herself from an aeroplane in the name of research. 53:53

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Louise Moorish is a multifaceted woman. School librarian by day, novelist by night. Here Louise tells how she ‘broke through the wall’ and got that publishing deal for Operation Moonlight – after 50 rejection letters from literary agents. Louise also shares her top tips on how to get a reluctant child to read, the haunted library which still gives …

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The French resistance heroine who stole my heart. An exclusive glimpse into the research and writing of best-selling historical fiction author Natasha Lester. 48:49

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Congratulations to international bestselling author, Natasha Lester, on the publication of her latest book, The Disappearance of Astrid Briccard out in North America today. Natasha is known to her army of fans around the world for her evocative and escapist storytelling, focusing on the women the history books forgot. In this episode she shares her…

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'I married the soldier who helped liberate me from Bergen-Belsen' On Holocaust Memorial Day, survivor Renee Salt shares her astonishing story. 1:16:17

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Holocaust survivor Renee Salt has seen things no human should ever witness, much less an innocent 15-year-old girl. Her experiences of Łódź Ghetto, Auschwitz-Birkenau and then Bergen-Belsen bear witness to some of the foulest atrocities of the past. And yet, this remarkable 94-year-old woman tells her story of surviving unspeakable evil over and ov…

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Spies, espionage and secrets in an antiquarian bookshop. Author Louise Fein shares the true story behind her propulsive new novel, The London Bookshop Affair, 46:22

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Louise Fein is a bestselling historical fiction writer of books set mainly in the early half of the twentieth century. Her novels explore turbulent times, social change, ideas and themes still relevant today. Her latest release, out this week, The London Bookshop Affair is a is a gripping story of secrets and love set against the backdrop of the Cu…

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What happened to the children stolen by the Nazis? USA Today bestselling author Andie Newton shares a heartbreaking wartime story. 50:16

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Andie Newton is the USA Today bestselling author of THE GIRLS FROM THE BEACH, THE GIRL FROM VICHY and THE GIRL I LEFT BEHIND. She has a Bachelor’s degree in History from Washington State University and a Master in Teaching. In this conversation we talk about, A Child for the Reich. inspired by the Nazi kidnapping programme, the challenges and joys …

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Britain's best-loved saga writer Nancy Revell on how Gone with the Wind changed her life and the secrets to writing books that readers take to their hearts. 56:10

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Congratulations Nancy Revell on the publication of her new book, A Widow’s Choice, out today! Sometimes a book comes along which readers take to their hearts. When Nancy Revell wrote The Shipyard Girls it was an instant success. By the time she had finished Book 12 in the series it continuously made the Sunday Times bestseller list and cemented Nan…

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2023 YearMix - best of progressive house and melodic trance 2023 1:00:00

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2023 YearMix - best of progressive house and melodic trance 2023Anthony Mea - Binary SevenPedro Sanmartin - Memory LaneMarsh - Another PlanetMatan Caspi - SeashoresBlanka Barbara - Sunset SinfoniaLoveclub - Tale by the MoonlightKyau and Albert - OtherworldAname - FijiRIKO and GUGGA - Healing ProcessNumedian - SeabirdsKamaya Painters - Summerbreeze …

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Wavelength Mix - tracks and remixes from Stan Kolev, Lane 8, Kaskade, Tinlicker and more 1:00:00

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A mix of the best melodic trance and progressive with tracks and remixes from Stan Kolev, Lane 8, Kaskade, Tinlicker and moreDeidian - Starlight in ValenciaNumedian - SeabirdsDavid Broaders - UndertowTinlicker - StarchaserSunny Lax -RaindanceProtoculture - States of FluxStan Kolev - InternalSlam Duck - BaikalVakabular - Proper TimeMRPHLNDR - The De…

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Come inside one of London’s dreamiest churches, the famous St Bride's on Fleet Street and hear how a Blitz raid revealed a secret charnel house and the ruins of Roman pavement, plus it’s surprising link ... 1:04:18

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St Bride's Church on London’s Fleet Street is one of the most famous and fascinating historic churches in central London. It is known worldwide as the journalists church, offering a spiritual home to all who work in the media. What other churches have risen from the ashes of The Great Fire of London and the Blitz, acted as a source of support for t…

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Could you be living over a plague pit? Meet the cemetery and death historian who uncovered a plague pit under Argos. Sam Perrin hunts out London's forgotten graves and shares what the dead can teach us ... 57:16

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For many years now I have tramped the streets of east London in search of history. Unbeknown to me another woman has also been doing the same, but her gaze is fixed on the history you cannot see, the history beneath our feet. Sam Perrin has been a cemetery and death historian for over twenty years, conducting tours of east London plague pits and ce…

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Endeavour Mix - featuring tracks and remixes from Feathervane, Aqueduc, Terry Da Libra and more 1:00:00

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The best melodic releases of the month from Feathervane, Aqueduc, Terry Da Libra and moreFeathervane - Whole HeartAqueduc - Rue DellaCornelius SA - PromisesFlexible Fire and Dias Ridge - Time TrialsZerb - I'll Be YoursYves Murasca - Be Sure To Let GoDilby - TrippinBecause of Art - CentralTerry Da Libra - AirZOYA - GravityLesh - ArisenOrkidea - Fund…

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S2:E9 - From Youth Rusher to Ex-Adventist - Pt. 1 1:04:03

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Support the Dunk Family • Support the Show — Santiago interviews Andres Pichinte (They/Them), a Gen Z ex-Adventist who went from fundamentalist Adventism and going door to door for Youth Rush (for two summers), to exploring esotericism and now Orthodox Christianity. We talk about growing up Adventist, being surrounded by conspiracy theories, and mo…

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On National Letter Writing Day, meet the woman who collects forgotten letters. " In attics, drawers and shoe boxes under beds there are hundreds of stories waiting to be told." 47:04

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Letter writing is a dying art, but fortunately, there are some wonderfully creative souls around resurrecting old love letters and breathing life into them. One of them is Liz Maguire, the love letter collector and originator of https://www.fleamarketloveletters.com , originally from Washington D.C. and now living in Dublin. From her first acquisit…

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'I sat on the train & wondered if i’d ever see my family again!’ On the 85th anniversary of the Kindertransport scheme, which saved 10,000 children from the Nazis, 97-year-old Gabriele Keenaghan shares ... 1:29:05

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You’re 12 years old. Your mother is dead and your father has gone missing. You are wrenched from everyone you know and love and put on a train and sent from your home to a new country, where you don’t speak the language, with a group of total strangers. And you have no idea whether you will ever set eyes on your family again. This was the terrifyin…

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Meet the Guinea Pig Club. The astonishing story of the Allied Airmen who formed WW2’s most unique club. A tale of unsung heroines, pioneering surgery and sex in the linen cupboard! 1:03:36

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20th July 1941. It is a dark night in war-torn Britain. In blacked out Sussex a band of men sit huddled in an old shed, deep in the countryside. One by one they make a pledge to join a very special little wartime club. A toast is drunk to the forming of The Guinea Pig Club. It was the most exclusive club in the world, but as the founding member adm…

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S2:E8 - Charli: Escaping her Adoptive SDA Parents - Pt. 3 50:15

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Support the Dunk Family • Support the Show — 3rd and final part of Santiago's interview with Charlotte Hayes (Charli), a Gen-Z ex-Adventist. After escaping her abusive home, Charli discovered she didn't have proof of her U.S. citizenship, so she had to get a green card and worried about possibly being deported. We also discussed her journey of heal…

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Who was the real Ronnie Biggs? Sixty years on from the Great Train Robbery, his biographer and friend gives us a glimpse into his colourful and audacious life. 1:01:23

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August 2023 marked 60 years since one of the most iconic crimes of the 20th century – the Great Train Robbery. Ronnie Biggs emerged as the most notorious member of the gang, and today is synonymous with the 1960s as Lord Lucan and the Profumo Affair. In this conversation, his biographer and friend Chris Pickard gives us a glimpse into his colourful…

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S2:E7 - Charli: Escaping her Adoptive SDA Parents - Pt. 2 1:03:44

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Support the Dunk Family • Support the Show — Part 2 of Santiago's interview with Charlotte Hayes (Charli), a Gen-Z ex-Adventist. She was adopted from Russia and brought to the U.S. as a baby by an Adventist couple. Growing up, Charli experienced horrific things at home. The police and Child Protective Services investigated, but nothing happened, so…

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Confessions of a ghost-writer. Meet the bestselling writer you've never heard of as she reveals publishing's best-kept secret. 52:52

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She’s written 24 books, many of them critically acclaimed, four of them Sunday Times Bestsellers and one of them in just three weeks, but you’ve probably never heard of her. Shannon Kyle is a ghost-writer. Ghost-writing has long been publishing’s best-kept secret. An estimated ninety per cent of memoirs and non-fiction books on bestseller lists hav…

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S2:E6 - Charli: Escaping her Adoptive SDA Parents - Pt. 1 1:50:38

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Support the Dunk Family • Support the Show — Santiago interviews Charlotte Hayes (Charli), a Gen-Z ex-Adventist. She was adopted from Russia and brought to the U.S. as a baby by an Adventist couple. Growing up, Charli experienced emotional, physical, and sexual abuse at home. The police and Child Protective Services investigated, but nothing happen…

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A deathbed plea from my mother – ‘I don’t want to be forgotten’. 56:46

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Susan McBeth is a woman steeped in books. She founded Adventures by the Book in 2011 to bring literature to life for readers and book clubs through interesting, unique, and adventurous events and travels with authors. In 2018, she also founded NovelNetwork, a service that provides assistance connecting book clubs and authors. She is a content creat…

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S2:E5 - Adventist "Halloween" or Nah? 1:06:52

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Support the Dunk Family • Support the Show — Santiago and Saoirse discuss their very different childhood experiences with Halloween and read some stories from the ex-Adventist subreddit. Abby, Ami, and friends talk around a bonfire (bone fire?) about their experiences with Halloween. That last part of the episode is a little loud, but there's some …

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S2:E4 - Meet Will: ex-SDA Husband, Dad, Lawyer - Pt. 2 1:40:01

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Support the Dunk Family • Support the Show — Part 2 of 2: Santiago interviews Will James, an ex-Adventist husband, dad, lawyer, and TikToker based in the U.S. state of Oklahoma. We discuss writing wills for SDA church members, Will's deconstruction from Adventism, telling his parents, and navigating his own parental responsibilities after deconstru…

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Vanishing Voices of Wartime London. Meet the proud cockneys who survived being blown up, machine-gunned and being buried alive! 1:07:48

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Welcome to a special episode, in which I seek out east London’s vanishing wartime voices. From my experience cockneys aren’t a dying breed, they are alive and flourishing, part of the cockney diaspora of Essex, Suffolk, Kent and even as far afield as Australia. What is in danger of disappearing are the vanishing voices of wartime East London. Go to…

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I was born in a Nazi concentration camp 52:23

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The strikingly handsome couple looked like they’d stepped straight out of a Hollywood motion picture from the glamorous golden era. The reality was somewhat different. Anka and Bernd met in Nazi occupied Prague, in 1940 and it was love at first sight across a crowded nightclub. Like it was for so many young couples in wartime a whirlwind courtship …

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