Best Death Nerve Podcasts (2024)

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'First Snow' by Kerry Greer | The Jolley Prize 32:26

3h ago32:26

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Beginning this week on the ABR Podcast, we celebrate the 2024 ABR Elizabeth Jolley Short Story Prize shortlist over three episodes. In each episode, one of the three shortlisted authors will read their story – also published in the August issue of ABR. The overall winner of the Jolley Prize will be announced at an event at Gleebooks in Sydney on Au…

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Behavior Specialist Mom Shares What FINALLY worked 39:02

4h ago39:02

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In this episode of the Experience Miracles podcast, Dr. Tony Ebel interviews Teresa, a school social worker and administrator with expertise in behavior modification. Teresa shares her journey of seeking help for her two sons, Xander and Zeke, who were experiencing various behavioral and health challenges. She discusses how Neurologically-Focused C…

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'Beyond the mundane: Popular science writing in our literary landscape' by Robyn Arianrhod 15:02

1h ago15:02

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In this week’s ABR Podcast, Robyn Arianrhod considers the state of popular science writing in the Australian literary landscape. She argues that in-depth science writing with popular appeal and literary value is increasingly hard to find in Australia. And where exemplary works of this kind are published, they are rarely recognised with reviews or l…

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Rhythms and Astronaut Poo 49:36

4h ago49:36

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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever tried to form a band with zero singing talent? Moose did, and it was hilariously awkward. Join us as Moose relives her futile attempt to create a church singing group called "Three Strand Cord" with her twin friends. Meanwhile, Kat recounts her time in a house dubbed "the brothel," where she and her roommates f…

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31. Understanding + Addressing Speech Delay in Children 51:30

5h ago51:30

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Dr. Tony Ebel discusses speech delays in children, covering the spectrum from mild to severe cases, including non-verbal autism. He breaks down the neurological processes involved in speech, explains how birth interventions and other factors can lead to speech challenges, and emphasizes the importance of addressing underlying nervous system dysfunc…

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'Links in the Chain: Legacies of British slavery in Australia' by Georgina Arnott 46:13

6d ago46:13

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In this week’s ABR Podcast, we feature an essay from the ABR archive: ‘Links in the Chain: Legacies of British slavery in Australia’ by Georgina Arnott. In this essay, Arnott considers how the field of Australian history will be reshaped by emerging links between British slavery in the Caribbean and early settlers to the Australian colonies. Georgi…

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30. Tackling Low Muscle Tone: Beyond PT & OT 53:30

7d ago53:30

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Episode Overview: In this episode of the Experience Miracles podcast, Dr. Tony Ebel discusses the deep neuroscience behind low muscle tone, particularly in relation to autism, sensory processing disorders, ADHD, and other neurological challenges in children. He explains how birth trauma and interventions can lead to hypertonicity in the neck and up…

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Brain Exercises and Letting Go 39:05

3h ago39:05

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Send us a Text Message. What if you could transform your brain health with just a few simple exercises? This week, Kat shares her fascinating journey at the Brain Health Clinic in Nashville, where Dr. Tyler Hurst, a neurochiropractor, prescribed her unique exercises like neuromuscular pressure points and video game-like activities. Alongside Moose …

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'Death by suicide? Division as a default setting in America' by Timothy J. Lynch 11:43

4h ago11:43

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In this week’s ABR Podcast, Timothy J. Lynch considers whether the United States is on the path to a second civil war, as forecast by Nick Bryant in The Forever War: America’s unending conflict with itself. In his book, Bryant, a former BBC Washington correspondent, argues that hate and paranoia form a central core of the American experience. Timot…

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29. Breaking Free from a Broken Medical System and Putting Parents in the Driver's Seat 1:10:56

14d ago1:10:56

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In this episode of the Experience Miracles podcast, host Dr. Tony Ebel interviews Dr. Stanton Hom, founder of Future Generations. They discuss the importance of questioning conventional medical wisdom, empowering parents to make informed health choices for their children, and the transformative power of focusing on nervous system health. The conver…

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‘Mitty Lee-Brown: artist in exile: From a boarding house in Woollahra to Sri Lanka’ by Nick Hordern 13:54

2d ago13:54

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On this week’s ABR Podcast, Nick Hordern tells the story of Mitty Lee-Brown, the Australian artist who went into self-imposed exile in 1968 to Ceylon, which in 1972 became Sri Lanka. Nick Hordern is a former diplomat and journalist, and the author of several books, including World War Noir: Sydney’s Unpatriotic War. Listen to ‘Mitty Lee-Brown: arti…

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28. When Nothing Works: What To Do When You've Tried Everything For Your Child 1:07:55

21d ago1:07:55

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In this episode of the Experience Miracles podcast, Dr. Tony Ebel discusses the importance of addressing health issues in children in a specific sequence, focusing on the nervous system first. He explains why many therapies may not work when applied out of order and emphasizes the critical role of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care in restori…

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'Pascoe's vision: Musings on life and Country' by Seumas Spark 10:28

8d ago10:28

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In this week’s ABR Podcast, Seumas Spark reviews Black Duck: A year at Yumburra by Bruce Pascoe with Lyn Harwood. Spark writes: ‘Black Duck is two things: a record of a year in the life of the farm, and a collection of musings on life and Country’. Seumas Spark is an historian at Monash University. Listen to Spark’s ‘Pascoe's vision: Musings on lif…

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Porcelain Dolls and Handmade Tales 42:20

12d ago42:20

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Send us a Text Message. Why do we feel the need to hide our natural body hair? Join us for a thought-provoking conversation on the societal norms surrounding personal grooming. Producer Sara shares her journey of embracing her pit hair, and we all question why leg hair is often deemed unacceptable. And if you’ve been a long-time listener, you’ll ap…

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‘Bloodstone: The day they blew up Mount Tom Price’ by Nicole Hasham 36:01

9d ago36:01

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In this week’s ABR Podcast, we feature the third-place winner in this year’s Calibre Essay Prize, Nicole Hasham’s ‘Bloodstone: The day they blew up Mount Tom Price’. In preparation for the essay, Walkley Award-winning journalist Nicole Hasham travelled to the site of Wakathuni, the Pilbara mountain also known as Tom Price that was blown up in 1974 …

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27. Unlocking Autism: The Vagus Nerve Connection 41:06

28d ago41:06

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In this episode of the Experience Miracles podcast, Dr. Tony Ebel discusses the crucial role of the vagus nerve in autism. He explains that autism is a multifactorial, multi-systems disorder rooted in nervous system dysfunction, with the vagus nerve being a key connection between affected bodily systems. Dr. Ebel explores how vagus nerve dysfunctio…

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Brain Worms and a Stupid Wh*re 32:25

1M ago32:25

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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered why worship leaders use iPads for lyrics? Join us as we kick off with a humorous critique on this modern-day quirk before diving into an unexpectedly raw therapy session that left our therapist speechless. We spice things up with a playful vocal exercise and then take an intriguing detour into the real…

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26. From Knocking on Death’s Door to Healer of Millions 1:11:20

1M ago1:11:20

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Episode Overview: In this episode of the Experience Miracles podcast, host Dr. Tony Ebel interviews Jordan Rubin, a renowned natural health expert, author, and entrepreneur. Jordan shares his powerful personal story of overcoming severe Crohn's disease and other health issues through faith and natural health practices. The conversation delves into …

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Peter Rose reviews 'Hazzard and Harrower: The letters' edited by Brigitta Olubas and Susan Wyndham 25:23

23d ago25:23

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In this week’s ABR Podcast, Peter Rose reviews Hazzard and Harrower: The letters, edited by Brigitta Olubas and Susan Wyndham. The correspondence between writers Shirley Hazzard and Elizabeth Harrower ran from 1966 to 2008 and, in its unedited form, amounted to 400,000 words. Editors Susan Wyndham Brigitta Olubas have trimmed it down: ‘For the time…

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25. Overcoming Constant Tantrums, Meltdowns, and Emotional Outbursts 36:21

1M ago36:21

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In this episode, Dr. Tony Ebel discusses the root causes of behavioral issues in children from a neurological perspective. He explains how a perfect storm of factors including high stress pregnancy, birth interventions/trauma, and early exposure to medications can lead to a child's nervous system becoming stuck in a sympathetic dominant, fight-or-f…

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Scents and Sensitivity – A Conversation with Miss Layla of fūm fragrances 1:30:47

2M ago1:30:47

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Miss Layla is an interdisciplinary artist and self-taught perfumer based in L.A. Her interest in fragrance and olfactive endeavors began as a small child when she learned how to cook and “taste shapes”. Later in life, Layla came to know that she had synesthesia, which she harnesses to her advantage when formulating perfume. After contracting COVID-…

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Beatings and Love Letters 43:42

26d ago43:42

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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how smashing a broken machine could be therapeutic or why writing love letters to yourself can change your life? Join us this week as Producer Sara returns from Birmingham, and Moose shares her unique journey toward achieving mental clarity through ketosis. We uncover the science and benefits behind this metabo…

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'Copyright and its discontents: Frank Moorhouse's battle to defend authors' by Matthew Lamb 11:25

1M ago11:25

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In this week’s ABR Podcast, Frank Moorhouse biographer Matthew Lamb tells of his subject’s battle to defend Australian authors and the founding of Copyright Agency in 1974. Listen to Matthew Lamb with ‘Copyright and its discontents: Frank Moorhouse’s battle to defend authors’, published in the June issue of ABR. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv…

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24. Are Dads Actually Skeptical About Holistic Health? Or Do They Need This 46:49

2M ago46:49

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In this special Father's Day episode, Dr. Tony Ebel hosts a panel discussion with Dr. Jonah Wright and Dr. Matt Hill, two Pediatric Chiropractors and fathers, about the importance of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care for families. They discuss the unique perspectives and concerns that dads often have when it comes to this type of healthcare,…

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Natasha Sholl's 'Hold your nerve' 22:11

1M ago22:11

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Last month ABR announced the winner, runner-up and third-place recipient of the 2024 Calibre Essay Prize. In this week’s podcast we are delighted to present the 2024 Calibre runner-up, ‘Hold Your Nerve’, by Melbourne writer Natasha Sholl. Natasha Sholl is a writer and lapsed lawyer. Her work has appeared in publications including The Guardian, The …

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23. Complete Gut Healing: Why Diet Changes + Detoxes Don’t Always Work 1:00:10

2M ago1:00:10

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In this solo episode, Dr. Tony Ebel discusses the importance of addressing nervous system dysfunction and subluxation in children with chronic health issues, even if they have already made significant diet and lifestyle changes. He explains how the nervous system is the root cause of many chronic health problems and must be regulated first to achie…

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Tony Hughes d’Aeth reviews On Kim Scott: Writers on writers by Tony Birch 11:14

2M ago11:14

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In this week’s ABR Podcast, Tony Hughes d’Aeth reviews On Kim Scott: Writers on writers by Tony Birch. The book is the latest instalment in Black Inc.’s ‘Writers on Writers’ series. Tony Hughes-d’Aeth is Professor in English and Cultural Studies at the University of Western Australia and the author of several books including the recently published …

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Nervous Nerves and a Mayo Incident 54:22

2M ago54:22

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Send us a Text Message. Ever encountered a mayonnaise explosion in an IMAX theater? That's just one of the laugh-out-loud moments we recount on this rollercoaster of an episode. We reflect on the emotional journey of watching the Blue Angels movie, touching on its deep personal significance and the dream of soaring through the skies with them. Alon…

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22. Time & Talking Doesn’t Heal Trauma, But This Does... 1:11:59

2M ago1:11:59

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In this episode, Dr. Tony Ebel interviews Dr. Scherina, a Pediatric and Nervous System-Focused Chiropractor, about the importance of addressing emotional trauma and stress for effective healing. They discuss how emotional health impacts overall well-being and why conventional approaches often fail to address the root cause of health issues. Dr. Sch…

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Teeth and Death 47:17

2M ago47:17

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Send us a Text Message. Ever found yourself chuckling through a dental disaster or reminiscing about the click-clack of grandma's dentures? Well, you're in good company! Join us as we swap tales brimming with humor and heart, from the silence of friends during tough times, to the delightfully bizarre world of oral emergencies and the echoes of fami…

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Tracey Slaughter's ‘why your hair is long & your stories short’ 46:27

2M ago46:27

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With the publication of the May issue, ABR was delighted to announce the winner of the 2024 Calibre Essay Prize. Tracey Slaughter – from Aotearoa New Zealand – has become the first overseas writer to claim the Calibre Prize with her essay ‘why your hair is long & your stories short’. We are thrilled Tracey Slaughter could join the ABR Podcast to re…

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21. 3 Reasons Why The Conventional Pediatrician has Failed Your Family 1:00:26

3M ago1:00:26

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In this episode, Dr. Tony Ebel discusses the three main reasons why conventional pediatricians often fail to address chronic health issues in children effectively. He emphasizes the importance of addressing root causes rather than just managing symptoms and explains how the conventional medical system is not set up to prioritize this approach. Dr. …

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Twitch of the Death Nerve Episode 58: The Sweetest Taboo ft. Erica Schultz 1:10:56

3M ago1:10:56

1:10:56

Our dear friend Erica Schultz is back on the show — coincidentally right around Mother’s Day — to talk about her book, The Sweetest Taboo: An Unapologetic Guide To Child Kills In Film (which you can still buy through that link if you haven’t ordered it yet, though get on it because it’s selling like hot cakes). We talk about how the book came to be…

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Scott Stephens reviews Crimes of the Cross by Anne Manne 17:02

2M ago17:02

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In this week’s ABR Podcast, Scott Stephens reviews a book by Anne Manne: Crimes of the Crimes of the Cross: The Anglican paedophile network of Newcastle, its protectors and the man who fought for justice. Why is narcissism a central theme for a book about child sexual abuse? Stephens writes: ‘without the capacity or willingness to be attentive to t…

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20. Delivering Truth: An MD’s Response to Fear-Based Birth 1:07:24

3M ago1:07:24

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In this episode, Dr. Tony Ebel interviews Dr. Stuart Fischbein, an experienced obstetrician who has worked both in the traditional hospital setting and as a home birth doctor. They discuss the problems with the current medicalized model of prenatal care and birth, and how it often leads to unnecessary interventions, anxiety, and poorer outcomes for…

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Twitch of the Death Nerve Preview: (Staten) Island of Lost Souls 3:43

3M ago3:43

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What force on earth could compel us to the suburbs of New Jersey and Staten Island to watch movies? Learn more by following us on Patreon to unlock this full episode and instantly access our entire back catalogue of bonus episodes, video essays, written essays, and several of Samm’s ongoing solo podcasts. Support Twitch of the Death Nerve and help …

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Patrick Mullins reviews ‘Bad Cop: Peter Dutton’s strongman politics’ by Lech Blaine 11:28

2M ago11:28

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This week on the ABR Podcast we review a profile of opposition leader Peter Dutton. Bad Cop: Peter Dutton’s strongman politics by Lech Blaine is the ninety-third issue of the BlackInc Quarterly Essay. In his review of Bad Cop, political biographer Patrick Mullins begins by comparing Dutton to another cop-turned-politician in Bill Hayden. Listen to …

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19. Becoming ‘Birthfit’: Birthing Outside of the Medical System 1:17:15

3M ago1:17:15

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Episode Overview: In this episode, Dr. Tony Ebel interviews Dr. Lindsey Mathews Cantu, the CEO of BIRTHFIT. They discuss Lind sey's journey as a chiropractor, birth doula, and movement coach, and how she came to realize the importance of the Nervous System in pregnancy and birth. Lindsey shares her own pregnancy and birth story, emphasizing how chi…

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Twitch of the Death Nerve Episode 57: Soccermomsploitation ft. Rob Weychert 1:10:15

3M ago1:10:15

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We’ve gotten a lot of requests to do an episode on the great Stalked By My Doctor series, starring the absolute king Eric Roberts, and we finally delivered. Lifetime Channel thriller enthusiast Rob Weychert joined Charles and Samm to talk about this wild trend in made for TV movies and we honestly had the best time. We discuss everything from histo…

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Our Founding Farter and Chlamydia in Bloom 31:17

3M ago31:17

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Send us a Text Message. Every podcast has that one running joke about something left uncompleted, and for us, it's the grand hollering contest we left hanging in the air like a note from a yodeler on a mountaintop. Well, the echoes have returned, and we're finally crowning the champions of our cacophonous challenge! Expect to be entertained by a di…

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18. Overcoming Anxiety, A Drug-Free Approach in the Digital Age 1:42:55

3M ago1:42:55

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In this deep dive episode on anxiety, Dr. Tony Ebel discusses the anxiety epidemic impacting kids, teens and young adults today. He explains how anxiety has physical and neurological roots, often starting with triggers in pregnancy, birth trauma, and early childhood development that shift the nervous system into a stuck sympathetic "fight or flight…

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Micheal Shmith reviews The Cancer Finishing School by Peter Goldsworthy 10:26

3M ago10:26

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In this week’s ABR Podcast, Michael Shmith reviews a memoir from poet, novelist, librettist, and Adelaide GP Peter Goldsworthy. The book’s title is The Cancer Finishing School. Shmith begins by observing that doctors aren’t supposed to become incurably ill, before immediately recognising this as the useless delusion of a patient. Michael Shmith is …

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Name Your Seasoning and a Funding Endeavor 41:36

3M ago41:36

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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how a simple hum can soothe your nervous system, or how a surprise encounter with nature's wildlings can turn into a hair-raising tale? Join us as Producer Sara regales us with her San Diego escapades and we navigate the unpredictable waters of remote recording. As Sara's voice unexpectedly dips and dives, givi…

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17: Doctors & Teachers Told Him He Couldn’t: Swapping Limiting Beliefs with Dr. Axe 57:50

4M ago57:50

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In this episode of the Experience Miracles podcast, Dr. Tony Ebel interviews Dr. Josh Axe about the importance of mindset for health and healing. They discuss how limiting beliefs can hold people back, and how changing your mindset and surroundings can lead to breakthroughs. Dr. Axe shares his personal story of overcoming a limiting belief about hi…

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Twitch of the Death Nerve Episode 56: Return of the Texas Psychorama ft. Jon Dzwonar & Erica Schultz 1:09:05

3M ago1:09:05

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The latest Death Nerve is here, and it’s a real throwback! Acting as a spiritual successor to our Texas Psychorama episode from a couple years back, Death Nerve founding member and true dyed in the wool freakshow Jon Dzwonar is back with a fiendish 6 movie marathon! Unfortunately, Samm got stuck in the hospital visiting her catatonic friend Patrick…

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Twitch of the Death Nerve Preview: The Pleasure Principle Superhighway 3:18

4M ago3:18

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In this episode, Samm gives an impassioned argument for why you should watch as many Kenji Misumi movies as possible and Charles dons a tinfoil hat to explore the connection between the death drive and ’00s disaster movies. What the hell does that mean? Learn more by following us on Patreon to unlock this full episode and instantly access our entir…

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Gregory Day 'The Neighbour's Beans' 22:37

3M ago22:37

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In this week’s ABR podcast we feature one of the winners of the 2011 ABR Elizabeth Jolley Short Story Prize. Gregory Day’s ‘The Neighbour’s Beans’ was joint winner of the prize that year with Carrie Tiffany’s ‘Before He Left the Family’. Gregory Day commented at the time that ‘the short story form encourages an intense display of the writer’s craft…

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16. How to Turn Your Child’s ADHD Struggles into Superpowers (without using drugs) 1:20:58

4M ago1:20:58

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Episode Overview: In this solo episode of the Experience Miracles Podcast, Dr. Tony Ebel takes a deep dive into ADHD, discussing the root causes, neuroscience, and drug-free solutions for kids struggling with ADHD. He shares his personal experience with ADHD and how he has helped thousands of patients overcome their challenges without medication. D…

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Frank Bongiorno on how the Albanese government is travelling 16:44

3M ago16:44

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In this week’s ABR Podcast, Frank Bongiorno assesses the Albanese government, which has recently completed the first half of its first term in office. Frank Bongiorno is Professor of History at the Australian National University, President of the Australian Historical Association, and the author of books including Dreamers and Schemers: A political…

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