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Scottish Makar Kathleen Jamie and host Alistair Heather are joined in the Scottish Poetry Library by some of the most talented and vital voices in modern Scottish letters. Enjoy poetry readings and enlightening discussion. Supported by the National Lottery through Creative Scotland.
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Pure Craic with Slainte Theatre - our new podcast featuring the stories of Irish and Scottish creatives. From sharing their inspirations to the unique challenges they face, as well as the spectacular work they produce, it's all here on Pure Craic.
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The meaning of life, the art of everything and sometimes hings about crisps. A mixture of interviews, rants and skits squished together with music. From the deep talk to the daft chat featuring artists and personalities from Glasgow and beyond.
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Creative Scotland invests in the arts, screen and creative industries for the benefit of the people of Scotland.
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Lively and inspiring conversations with creative innovators in conservation. Host Sean Gerrity interviews entrepreneurs around the world who have successfully led projects that support nature, wildlife, and people.
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Camlann is a post-apocalyptic fantasy by Ella Watts from Tin Can Audio. It’s a serialised fiction podcast inspired by folklore and Arthurian legends. Alternatively - it’s about three idiots and a dog in Wales, fighting for their lives. This series was funded by Creative Scotland and the Inevitable Foundation.
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Listen to how the arts and culture have an essential role in achieving the transformational change to a sustainable future.
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Join me on a journey into the minds of creative people at different stages of their careers. A candid view on their personal and professional achievements through the many struggles.
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Hey Buddy, Nice Podcast! is hosted by Brogan Hastings and Wayne Giovanazzi. Two peeps that became fast friends after meeting for the first time in the flesh and spending no more than a week and a half together in fabulous Las Vegas, Nevada. Brogan is from Scotland and Wayne is from Australia, meaning this could be one of the largest (if only by distance) podcasts around! It might also mean listeners have no damn clue what they're saying because, you know, funny accents. Join them as they tal ...
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A podcast of conversations with brilliant creatives connected to Dundee, exploring their journeys, thoughts and opinions. Hosted by Ryan McLeod.
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The Creative Me Podcast is a show about art, culture, and all the other kinds of creativity happening in the North East of Scotland. during each episode of the podcast host Ica Headlam will explore with an individual or group what inspires and influences their creative practice and what they would like to achieve from their work.
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'How far would you go to find the person who means the most to you in all the world?' All roads gave led Pink, a private investigator from LA, to Glasgow. Now she's here, insomnia threatens to distort every clue. As reality and fiction blur, can Pink hold on to her sanity long enough to find her missing daughter and bring her home? Six Scottish writers unravel the truth in this seven-part immersive audio drama created by Danny Krass, voiced by an ensemble of Scottish acting talent, and starr ...
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A podcast by the Playtime Collective hosted by Tom Bancroft about jazz and improvised music based in Scotland, interviewing guest musicians, and sharing views and experiences of improvising musicians as well as just general nonsense. This podcast is supported by Creative Scotland. We live in Scotland... there is some swearing.
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a new podcast series from Bad Pony Media in Scotland, looking at all aspects of creative - and what goes into the film and TV that you see on your screens. With special guests, news and much more.
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A short-form podcast produced by Fiona Stewart of Foolproof Creative Arts. Landing twice or three times a week, a Foolproof Bite is a delicious nugget of creative inspiration lasting between 3-5 minutes. In 2022 Bites gives you a chance to hear wisdom and practical advice from artists and creators across Scotland and beyond. Plus, because Foolproof Bites begun during 2020 as a smorgasbord of creative help for communicators, there's an enormous back catalogue of practical help, resource ideas ...
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ARE you a fan of fitba played in Scotland’s lower leagues? Then you’ve come to the right place. Join the Scottish Sun’s Gareth Law and Carluke Rovers co-manager manager Paul Davies for a weekly look at the game away from the limelight. Hear the latest news, discussion and stories along with guests including managers, players, administrators, fans and more from SPFL League One and Two, the Lowland and Highland Leagues, South and East of Scotland Leagues and the juniors. There’s a chance for y ...
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Let us guide you further. Into darkness. Patreon: patreon.com/welcometotheearth YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCO8z_f7sfH8R4Ric0AyFoGQ The Earth by Telesma Blooorb & Rachel Nelson is protected under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0). Cover art: "Loch Lomond, Scotland" by Mairead Warren via Unsplash: tinyurl.com/9vxmmvpd
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Come find inspiration with women in the outdoors. Interviews, in-the-field recordings, and listener submissions make up a tapestry of episodes covering themes such as solo hiking and camping, entrepreneurship, outdoor equity, aging, conservation, motherhood, chronic illness, and more as they intersect with outdoor experiences. Hosted by Gale Straub.
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A new podcast unpacking issues of Mental Health and Well Being, Spirituality, Race, Social Justice and Culture. Conversations with cake and compassion. From the ordinary to the extraordinary stories of amazing people.
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Multi coloured cultural laser aimed straight into your ears. Featuring people who do things, make things and live life like art. A zesty melange of interviews, new music and eclectic audio shrapnel. Presented by Ryan Van Winkle. Produced by Colin Fraser. Generously supported by Creative Scotland for our 2014 season.
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The Audience Development Forum 'Partnerships 2.0 New Creative Audiences' was an inspiring one day event which explored how to develop audiences for the arts, film and the wider creative industries by maximising (Web 2.0) technology and new partnerships. The Forum was hosted by the Scottish Arts Council and Scottish Screen - Empowered by VOXUR
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This is where we interview and discuss the challenges and successes of writing books, comics, films, and other creative arts and pop culture topics.
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Welcome to Outlander Cast: An Outlander Podcast with Mary & Blake, your go-to source for all things related to the Starz original series Outlander. Join us as we dive into the captivating world of this time-traveling saga, based on the acclaimed novel series by Diana Gabaldon. In this podcast, we recap and review each episode of Outlander, the hit historical drama that has captured the hearts of viewers worldwide. Starring the talented Caitriona Balfe as Claire Randall, a former World War II ...
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This Podcast is hosted by Braw Talent's Colm Keegan as he interviews various guests within creativity in the hope of inspiring listeners about to embark on their journey to take note and learn from successful creative practitioners. Braw Talent is a Social Enterprise CIC based in Glasgow, Scotland passionate about providing an education where creative opportunities are not determined by postcodes or left to chance. Where young people are empowered with the tools, skills and confidence to hon ...
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The Design Jones is a podcast featuring the very best of the UK creative industry. One to one interviews with designers, developers and people within the UK creative scene. These podcasts will focus on anything and everything that will allow you to know the people behind the work. The Design Jones is hosted by designer Ade Mills and either recorded on location or from Bexhill, East Sussex. The Design Jones is released twice a month on the first and third Saturday of each month. Thank you to ...
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Recorded live at the Scottish Students on Screen event March 14th 2008, this podcast features interviews with attendees, speakers and film students on where they see film and cinema heading in this new media age.
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In Intruder - Theatre in the Making, Remi Rachuba, actor and writer, talks about his epic 11-year old journey of putting on his bilingual (English-Polish) solo-play, 'Intruder/Intruz'. He is sharing his insight into the development process, artistic inspirations, selecting his collaborators, staying motivated, coping with feedback, playwriting competitions and four and a half rehearsed readings, becoming a producer of his work, securing Arts Council England and Creative Scotland funding, rai ...
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In every episode we look inside the daily diary of a writer, to peak at the secrets of their success. How do they plan their day and maximise their creativity, in order to plot and publish a bestseller?Some are frantic night-owls, others roll out of bed into their desks, and a few lock themselves away for days in the woods - but none have a regular 9 to 5, and we'll find out how they've managed it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Welcome to "The Backstage Pass - The Story Behind the Song", the ultimate pop rock podcast that takes you on a behind-the-scenes journey of your favorite pop-rock classics from the 70s, 80s, 90s, 2000s and 2010s. From the birth of the melody to the final mastering, we explore every aspect of the creative process, revealing all the twists and turns that went into the making of these beloved tunes. Join us on "The Ultimate Pop Rock Journey" as we uncover the secrets, inspirations, and fascinat ...
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This podcast series features inspirational talks by some of the most innovative educational consultants and developers in the world. They have been recorded at the Urban Learning Space in The Lighthouse in Glasgow, Scotland. Urban Learning Space is a learning lab equipping the people of Scotland with the capabilities to face the challenges of 21st century life. Urban Learning Space was established with core funding from Scottish Enterprise Glasgow. We are working with people around Scotland ...
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Mental Health Arts is a year-round arts programme led by the Mental Health Foundation Scotland, built around the annual Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival (SMHAF). Established in 2007, the festival is one of the largest of its kind in the world and among Scotland's most diverse cultural events, covering everything from music, film and visual art to theatre, dance, and literature.
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This series looks at the thoughts, feelings and experiences of participants involved in The Pathhead Choir Songwriting Project HERE WE ARE, a project in collaboration with creative ageing organisation Autumn Voices, funded by Creative Scotland and a grant from The Hope Scott Trust. Singer and songwriter Sophie Bancroft guided a group of The Pathhead Choir members aged 60+ to write original songs for The Pathhead Choir to perform. These songs were then arranged and notated for the choir by Pa ...
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In 2019, Scottish fiddle player Isla Ratcliff spent four wonderful months in Cape Breton, an island in Nova Scotia, on Canada's east coast, with a rich traditional music culture. Isla fell in love with the music, the people and the place. Her experiences there, and in neighbouring New Brunswick inspired her to release The Castalia, her debut album of traditional and self-composed fiddle music. In this series to accompany the album, Isla introduces us to the people she met in Nova Scotia and ...
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CAMHS Grampian is a NHS mental health service for under 18's, based in Grampian, Scotland. This podcast series is a psychoeducation 'top tips' collection, recorded by our very own staff, to make managing stress in tough times just that little bit easier. If you're under 18 in Grampian and want to improve your mental health, or are a parent and want to support your child or teen even better, this podcast could be for you! Please note that this podcast is NOT a substitute for face-to-face medi ...
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What does the word 'community' mean to you? An homogenous group of people united by faith, sexuality or another form of identity? Or perhaps it's about the place you grew up, or the people you work with? Recovering Community is a podcast series from the University of Glasgow's School of Social and Political Sciences about community; what it means; how it's formed and how it is rebuilt. Les Back is joined by academics, campaigners, volunteers and artists to talk about how communities respond ...
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Welcome to Legendary Africa! Your gateway into the mythical, magical and legendary world of the African continent. Join Theshira as she encounters dragons, witches, fairies and magicians, listens to stories about demigods, boy heroes and dragon slaying princesses, runs from ogres, ghosts, vampires and werehyenas, and goes searching for Egyptian treasure! Brought to you by fur-writers, Hestia the Dawg and Athena the Doggo, of the award winning Canine Creative & Co. Proudly a member of Straigh ...
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First published by Ace Books in 1961. This reading is from the text available through the Project Gutenberg. MARS FOR THE MARTIANS! Dark Kensington had been dead for twenty-five years. It was a fact; everyone knew it. Then suddenly he reappeared, youthful, brilliant, ready to take over the Phoenix, the rebel group that worked to overthrow the tyranny that gripped the settlers on Mars. The Phoenix had been destroyed not once, not twice, but three times! But this time the resurrected Dark had ...
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Life – a series of decisions, relationships and learning. Have you ever tried something new and thought, “what took me so long to do this?” Change, progress and enlightenment are always the backdrop in our life’s landscape. On Enlightenment of Change, you’ll hear cutting edge techniques and solutions to bring what really matters to the forefront in your, professional and personal, day-to-day life. From feeling good, to feeling great and how to cope when things are not going so well. Enlighte ...
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The Stove Network is an arts and community organisation in the heart of Dumfries High Street. We’re a cafe, a meeting place and an arts & events venue with a diverse programme stretching across music and literature, visual and public art, film and theatre, to town planning, architecture and design.We use arts and creativity to encourage, to gather, learn and bring life back to our town centre. We see the arts not as something solely for an ‘arts audience’ but rather as a vital contribution t ...
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Podcast fans from all around - come and nerd out about podcasts and discover new shows along the way! On Podcast Book Club - a different group of podcast industry pros sit down each week to pour over an episode of a show they admire. We're a group of podcasting professionals who spend every day scripting, producing, engineering, and promoting podcasts. And in our free time? We’re podcast fans just like you. We love to listen to even more podcasts and figure out what makes the best podcasts s ...
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Escape the backstage commotion and find a quiet moment in the dressing room with Scottish Ballet. Join staff and dancers from Scotland’s national dance company as we take on some big discussions facing society today, shining a light on what the ballet industry can do to become more transparent, diverse, inclusive, and equitable. In each episode we’ll be joined by special guests for a frank conversation about the world we live in, and where a ballet company fits into it. The opinions expresse ...
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Lose yourself in a story of obsession, 40 years of night life and 4,000 years of human connection. In The Portal Martin Green, Wils Wilson, and David Greig have woven together a tale of love, music, drugs and deceit. Two obsessive recordists, and lovers torn apart by circumstance; Etteridge and Angela left us the most incredible collection of 20th century documentation ever made. From 1947 to 1988 they never met. They recorded any and every aspect of London nightlife, from war-time dance-hal ...
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Stories about Leith, from the people of Leith. Our hosts explore the different lives, people, places and businesses that make Leith so great. Find out more at livingleith.com.
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Welcome to the Becoming Who You Truly Are podcast! We all come into the world as unique personalities. Personalities that come from a part of us which existed before we were born and continue long after death. But while we’re on Earth, with all its joys and wonders and mountains and waterfalls and people and animals and rainforests, well, it seems like we get so excited by the playground that we forget that deepest part of ourselves. And we start to live life from a less true place. And then ...
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The QMU Podcast is a new way to keep up-to-date with what's happening at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh. Tune in for the latest news from the University, hear about our world-leading research from our academic staff and find out how you can connect with us. Subscribe now and engage with the QMU community - wherever you are, whenever you want.
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The Charity Impact Podcast aims to help you increase your charity’s income and impact by sharing the experience and expertise of our guests. We usually produce episodes under one of the following broad themes: - Insight and actionable tips from an expert on a specific topic e.g. fundraising, philanthropy, strategy, digital, evaluation. - Learning from the experience of a charity CEO or other social leader - Discussion of issues in or affecting the charity sector. Whatever your role or level ...
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Tell The Damn Story, ep 327: Scotland, Does Surrounding Yourself With Creatives Benefit or Confuse You
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This time around, join creatively driven cohost Chris Ryan and the insightful Alex Simmons as they explore creativity and the impact of surrounding oneself with artists and performers. It starts with Alex's vivid recollections of his journey to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. He takes us up and down its ancient winding streets, lively taverns, and d…
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Passing on Rewilding to the Next Generation: Frans Schepers Part 2
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Frans and Sean talk further about the future of rewilding. Topics include what holistic rewidling will look like as the field matures, and also expanding rewilding efforts through engaging younger generations as effective leaders and changemakers in this exciting space. This episode was produced by Chrissie Bodznick with music by Trace Ketterling. …
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Differentiation is the Key To Unlocking Sales With Jeff Lerner (episode 347)
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My motivational quote for today is by – Brian Tracy "Successful people are always looking for opportunities to help others. Unsuccessful people are always asking, 'What's in it for me?'" – Brian Tracy. I love this quote; it helps set up today's show topic: Differentiation is the Key to Unlocking Sales. So, how can brands (and their sales teams) dif…
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‘Ten days without sleep but I can’t stop now. I won’t. Not while you’re out there alone…’ The long nights are beginning to take their toll on Pink, but as her reality begins to crumble, will another runaway bring her the focus she needs? Performed by Katie Barnett, Karen Bartke, Sharon Duncan-Brewster, Catriona Faint, Lewis Gribben, Rosalind Sydney…
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‘I saw the river in a waking-dream. Felt it flowing through me…’ While Pink’s sleep fractures further, an encounter with a girl that won’t speak leads her to believe her dreams may hold the key to finding Billie. Performed by Karen Bartke, Sharon Duncan-Brewster, Catriona Faint, Jessica Hardwick, Robert Jack, Frankie Maxwell and Rosalind Sydney Wri…
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'These Xanax better be good because I’m gonna need them…’ When a new client asks Pink to track down his boyfriend, she finds herself in a world of sex games and live action roleplay. Will the playful atmosphere inspire Pink to relax too? Performed by Nathan Byrne, Sharon Duncan-Brewster, Catriona Faint, Marc Mackinnon and Matthew Zajac Written by J…
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Ep #158 - Hey Buddy, Nice Fire Tornado About To Destroy Your House!
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What would we save if our house was about to be destroyed? The answer may shock you! Or not. We don't know how easily shocked you are. Penn & Teller's height difference is like porn and Matt Donnelly should be on Australian TV! Music: Hey Buddy, Nice Podcast! Theme Song and The Not So Good At This Jingle By Justin Noszek. Check out his other music …
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Tears For Fears 'Everybody wants to rule the World'
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Welcome to this episode of "Behind the Melody," where we delve into the captivating story behind the iconic song "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" by Tears for Fears, released in 1985. Join us as we uncover the serendipitous origins and extraordinary journey of this timeless track. The tale begins in the picturesque city of Bath, located in the e…
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Santa Montefiore, author of 'The Deverill Chronicles' - World-renowned bestseller discusses finally finding success at home, getting it written before getting it right, and why she needs spirituality
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This week, we're joined by Santa Montefiore. A bestselling author, published across the world, who has sold millions of copies of her 31 novels. She's known for her richly drawn characters, intricate plots, and a deep sense of place, often set in the countrysides of England, Ireland, and Argentina. Her books, including The Deverill Chronicles serie…
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This is the News (August '24 round-up) - Oasis/ Liz Truss/ Raygun/ Supplements, Toothache & Hangover cures
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This is the News, August 2024 round-up. Due to severe toothache and a technical issue there was no fresh interview this week so I decided to cobble together a round up of the news from http://youtube.com/@YCTR that randomly added up to one hour exactly, including: OASIS REUNITE MUSIC SNOBBERY SUPPLEMENTS, TOOTHACHE & HANGOVER CURES LIZ TRUSS vs LET…
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An immersive audio drama set in Glasgow. Episodes streaming from 2nd September. How far would you go to find the person who means the most to you in all the world?” All roads have led Pink, a private investigator from LA, to Glasgow. Now she’s here, insomnia threatens to distort every clue. As reality and fiction blur, can Pink hold on to her sanit…
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Ep #157 - Hey Buddy, Nice M.I.L.F. Collection!
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Brogan gives us the recap on their Edinburgh Fringe adventures with Moxie and Emily Jillette. Wayne saw a terrible movie at the cinemas. Old school horror talk and Wayne had a birthday! Music: Hey Buddy, Nice Podcast! Theme Song and The Not So Good At This Jingle By Justin Noszek. Check out his other music by The Plague Physicians at https://thepla…
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Tell The Damn Story ep 326: Cracking the Code of Exposition - Insider Tips for Dynamic Writing
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Hey there, folks! This time, hosts Chris Ryan and Alex Simmons are here to share some serious thoughts, tips, and tricks about making your storytelling sizzle with great exposition. Chris and Alex do swan dives into how to serve up those essential details in your stories without making it feel forced or boring. They’ll share their own tricks of the…
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Welcome to the latest episode of "Behind the Song," where we uncover the stories behind some of the greatest tunes in music history. In this episode, we take a closer look at U2's hit song "One," and the winding road that led to its creation. In 1990, U2 was in Berlin, recording the beginnings of their album Achtung Baby. However, the initial recor…
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Alan Rhode, author of 'The Eagle and the Cockerel' - Journalist, Lawyer and Author discusses political thrillers, writing in a second language and why concentration is subjective
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Alan Rhode is a busy man. Working as a lawyer, with a full family, he's recently self-published his first novel. It's called 'The Eagle and the Cockerel', and was shortlisted for a 2024 Selfie Award. We discuss why Alan was so keen to become a published author, and he is very open about his reasons for wanting to be a novel, and what his ambitions …
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'Memory is unreliable, and a creative practise in itself'... Memory and nostalgia are powerful, evocative experiences that have inspired some of the greatest literary works. Joining Scotland's Makar, Kathleen Jamie, and host Ally Heather for this episode, and sharing their own poems inspired by memory, are poets Iona Lee and Kevin P Gilday. To acce…
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Animal Spirits: Em Strang and Garry McKenzie
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'Nothing is yet in its true form'... Poetry is not just about human forms or emotions. Across history, other species have inspired art and literature - and that is our theme for this episode. Examining animal spirits and creatures from the 'more than human' world with Ally and Kathleen, at the Scottish Poetry Library, Em Strang and Garry McKenzie. …
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How important is a sense of place when it comes to poetry? Two very different parts of Scotland are represented on this episode of Lantern. Shane Strachan from Aberdeenshire and Hugh McMillan from Dumfries and Galloway join host Ally Heather and Scotland's Makar, Kathleen Jamie in the Scottish Poetry Library. To access poetry for free in person, vi…
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Richard Avdoian: Mask-linity Revealing the Man Behind (Episode 346)
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Connie's motivational quote for today is by Jeannette Rankin, “Men and women are like right and left hands; it doesn’t make sense not to use both’” You’ve heard the expressions, Men are from Mars and Women are from Venus and you can’t live with them, you can’t live without them! Why have these phrases and classifications been given through the year…
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'Something for the Pain' w/ She Drew the Gun
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Recorded in the middle of the far right riots across England , myself and Louisa (She Drew the Gun) had a somewhat subdued conversation to the backdrop of the hate ripping through the UK and even suprisingly in her hometown of Liverpool. I made a youtube video with my thoughts about all of that topic here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mg7bF4w6eg…
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Tell The Damn Story ep 325: Writing Icons From A Female Vampire Legacy To Rock Apes and Laser Dragons To ...
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... Two New Super Natural Series On The Way! In this episode, your hosts, Chris Ryan, and Alex Simmons, are joined by the incredible New York Times bestselling author Tom Sniegoski and his extremely talented writing partner, Jeannine Acheson. Together, they dive into a treasure trove of fascinating insights, methods, and tips. Their writings range …
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In this podcast, we dive into the story behind one of The Police's most iconic songs, 'Walking On The Moon'. The tale starts with a chance encounter between Sting and a composer friend in Munich. After a day of work, the two decided to explore the local nightlife and hit up a few bars. It's during this excursion that Sting has an epiphany - the sen…
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Blake's Book Club | Drums Of Autumn: Chaptah 1 - A Hanging In Eden
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Blake begins Chaptah 1 of "Drums of Autumn," in Blake's Book Club. The first chapter is a tense dive into a scenario where Jamie and Claire face the grim reality of a public execution in America. As Gavin Hayes meets his fate, chaos erupts when another prisoner escapes, leaving Jamie and Claire to navigate loss and uncertainty in a foreign land. De…
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Catherine Steadman, author of 'Look in the Mirror' - Actor turned bestselling thriller writer discusses career pivots, character nuances, and why word count doesn't matter
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Catherine Steadman had a very successful acting career, starring in 'Downton Abbey', 'Salmon Fishing in the Yemen', 'Fearless' and many more. In her early 30s, she started to think about how her future as an actor might pan out. It's been well documented that roles for older women are depressingly stark, and often frustratingly uninspired. Giving t…
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Ensuring the Ongoing Rewilding of Europe: Frans Schepers Part 1
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Rewilding is a growing phenomenon around the world but getting a new project launched and keeping it going through the early phases can be exceedingly challenging. There is always seemingly too much to do and not enough resources to do it all. Frans Schepers, CEO of Rewilding Europe, talks about how he and his team assist rewilding entrepreneurs fr…
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How Much C.A.R.E. Are You Putting Into Your Life/Business With Jackie Joy (episode 345)
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“Balance is not something you find, it’s something you create” – Jana Kingsford. I’m often asked how I have created balance while running and growing a business, especially when my kids were babies. The simple answer is that it wasn't easy. The better answer is that even though it wasn’t easy, it depended on how my husband and I managed our work an…
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'All is Dream' w/ Grasshopper (Mercury Rev)
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Today we go to New York to chat with legendary guitarist/ writer Grasshopper aka Sean Thomas Mackowiak of Mercury Rev fame. This is one of my favourite bands of all time . They came along at a pivotal moment for me as I started digging deeper for more underground records. I remember 'Yer Self is Steam' blowing me away with mixture of curiosity, fea…
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Tell The Damn Story ep 324: How To Craft Impactful Opening Scenes.
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This time, host Alex Simmons and Chris Ryan will explore the art and craft, the power and purpose, of the opening scene, one of the most critical aspects of any narrative. Chris, a seasoned journalist and published author, advocates for dropping readers right into the action, while Alex, an award-winning writer, underscores the power of setting moo…
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Ep #156 - Hey Buddy, Nice Two Year Spectacular! (We Totally Remembered...) (With Big Sexy)
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It's our two year anniversary and we have special guest Big Sexy! We talk about his podcasts, Evil Dead the Musical (which he was in), The origins of the name, travel and some nerd stuff! Music: Hey Buddy, Nice Podcast! Theme Song and The Not So Good At This Jingle By Justin Noszek. Check out his other music by The Plague Physicians at https://thep…
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The story of Adele's hit song "Rolling In The Deep" begins with the singer's childhood in North London, where she discovered her love of music at a young age. As a child, Adele was obsessed with the Spice Girls and would spend hours imitating them in front of her mirror. But as she grew older, Adele's musical tastes expanded, and she began to explo…
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The Honest Guys Writer Siân Lloyd Pennell on Inner Peace, Faith over Fear, and the Meaning of Life
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I recently had the amazing experience of sitting down with Siân Lloyd-Pennell, writer for the Honest Guys. Her visionary, larger-than-life scripts have served over one million YouTube subscribers and garnered almost half a billion views of their wonderful videos! Siân I discuss the origin story of The Honest Guys, spiritual expansion, inner peace, …
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In this episode we're joined by the wonderful Mirren Wilson, a Scottish actor, writer, and reviewer, now based in Kent. She is currently up at the Edinburgh Fringe with her latest play, 'PALS'. Mirren chats to us about growing up in Scotland, and her roundabout journey to the fringe!By Slainte Theatre
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Milly Johnson, author of 'The Happiest Ever After' - Bestselling Romance Writer discusses keeping the concentration up, why greeting cards help novels, and how to keep the plates spinning
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Milly Johnson is one of the top 10 Female Fiction authors in the UK, with over 3 million sales in the country alone, and many more across the world as she's been published in more than 20 different countries. She's been honoured with the Romantic Novelists' Association's Outstanding Achievement Award, and has just published her 21st novel in 20 yea…
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Single Parent and Successful Business Owner with Brandy Burch (episode 344)
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“Mompreneur: A Superhero who raises her babies while building a business” – Waypoint Writing. When I started my business, my boys were babies. I wanted to control my time and earning power on my terms. I began by working three days per week while they were young, allowing me to control my time as a business owner and mom until they entered school. …
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Tell The Damn Story ep. 323: "Summer Flashback: Writers on Writing"
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Hey folks, this episode features a flashback to a 2021 discussion in which hosts Alex Simmons and Chris Ryan explore the challenges and learning processes that writers face. They recount Chris's visit to a writer's conference where he heard Neil Gaiman and Amy Tan, among others, discuss their creative processes. Key topics include dealing with impo…
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We got Chris TheMicroScoop with us! We talk about the new Weird Al polka, baseball and why we're in jail and if we'd actually survive. Music: Hey Buddy, Nice Podcast! Theme Song and The Not So Good At This Jingle By Justin Noszek. Check out his other music by The Plague Physicians at https://theplaguephysicians.bandcamp.com or anywhere you stream m…
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'Confessions of a Teenage Fraudster' w/ Elliot Castro
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I have known Elliot Castro for many years through the clubbing/ party scene but it wasn't until I watched his new BBC documentary that I became aware of his incredible backstory that saw him in a 'Catch Me If You Can' style real life movie that saw him travel the globe in first class seats and 5 star hotels despite being skint and unemployed He was…
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In this podcast, we'll explore the fascinating story behind one of the most iconic songs of the 90s, The Verve's "Bitter Sweet Symphony". The song's origins can be traced back to the early days of the band, when a young Richard Ashcroft formed The Verve with his high school friends in Wigan, in the north of England. Through interviews with experts …
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B.P. Walter, author of 'The Garden Party' - Crime writer discusses escaping and being distracted, publishing horror, and making characters nuanced
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Crime writer B.P. Walter has always been around books. From beng submerged in reading growing up, to studying storytelling, to working in bookshops, it makes perfect sense that he's now a full-time author. His newest novel is 'The Garden Party', which tells the story of a wealthy family celebrating the engagement of son, Raphael. Only, his adopted …
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'The NEW Pub Choir for the Rave Generation' w/ Mary Kiani (TTF)
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(Reuploaded the right interview as of Saturday 3rd August because the previous one was from January 2021, sorry about that ) This is a very special bonus episode of YCTR this with the iconic voice of the 90s Mary Kiani (TTF) live from Australia as we discuss her UK tour and her pub choir fundraiser for Carlton Studios. We also discuss the rave era,…
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Actor Dwier Brown on Fate, Fatherhood, and Field of Dreams
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Hey dad, wanna have a catch? Field of Dreams is one of my all-time favorite movies - especially the last scene where Dwier Brown plays the role of Kevin Costner's character's father. I was honored to have a conversation with Dwier on fate, fatherhood, and Field of Dreams in celebration of Father's Day 2022 and in this podcast Morgan and I go back a…
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Hillbilly Elegy Review with Connie Whitman (episode 343)
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“Governing is about making tough decisions, but it’s also about figuring out a better way to do things.” – Mike DeVine. So, I am mixing things up and doing a solo show! Recently my husband and I watched a movie produced by Ron Howard called Hillbilly Elegy, a very honest memoir about JD Vance. I promise this is not a political show, and it doesn’t …
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We talk about dead comedians and out of touch comedy. Wayne would die in a fire but Brogan would fight a home intruder naked. We also gush. Gush, gush, gush. Music: Hey Buddy, Nice Podcast! Theme Song and The Not So Good At This Jingle By Justin Noszek. Check out his other music by The Plague Physicians at https://theplaguephysicians.bandcamp.com o…
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Tell The Damn Story 322: Kolchak and Beyond: James Aquilone’s Journey through Monsters, Kickstarters, and Publishing
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Hosts Alex Simmons and Chris Ryan welcome the award-winning author and editor, James Aquilone. Prepare to dive deep into the world of graphic novels, zombie detectives, and the art of successful Kickstarter campaigns. James Aquilone takes us on a journey from the unexpected success of his nearly 200-page color hardcover graphic novel, which garnere…
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'The Wheel of Dystopia' w/ Bram E Gieben
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this week we spin 'The Wheel of Dystopia' to celebrate Bram E Gieben (aka T3xtur3) launching his debut book called 'The Darkest Timeline' which includes everything from cyberpunk consciousness to climate hacking , social media & surveillance, A.I and apocalypse movies, corporations and comic books to name just a few hard hitting topics. You may kno…
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