Best Elmira Podcasts (2024)

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"Voices from Mississippi: The Story of 'Sweet Potato' with Elmira Henry" 45:59

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of "Life Lessons and Legacy," we are honored to sit down with Mrs. Elmira Henry, the acclaimed author of the newly released book Sweet Potato. Join us as Elmira shares the poignant and powerful story behind her memoir, which chronicles the life, times, and lessons of a young black girl growing up in Mississip…

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A tour of the Mediterranean 33:16

31m ago33:16

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With summer in full swing, we head to the Mediterranean and the Greek island of Sifnos to discover its gastronomic credentials. Also on programme: Monocle’s Milan correspondent, Ivan Carvalho, is in Palermo to meet Fabrizia Lanza to learn about her cooking school Anna Tasca Lanza. Plus: Cookbook author Yasmin Fahr dials in from Menorca to tell us a…

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Elena Borisova, "Paradoxes of Migration in Tajikistan: Locating the Good Life" (UCL Press, 2024) 57:11

1h ago57:11

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Paradoxes of Migration in Tajikistan: Locating the Good Life (UCL Press, 2024) by Dr. Elena Borisova is the first ethnographic monograph on migration in Tajikistan, one of the most remittance-dependent countries in the world. Moving beyond economistic push-pull narratives about post-Soviet migration, it foregrounds the experiences of those who ‘sta…

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Bernard E. Harcourt. "Cooperation: A Political, Economic, and Social Theory" (Columbia UP, 2023) 1:12:28

29m ago1:12:28

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Liberal democracy is in crisis around the world, unable to address pressing problems such as climate change. There is, however, another path—cooperation democracy. From consumer co-ops to credit unions, worker cooperatives to insurance mutuals, nonprofits to mutual aid, countless examples prove that people working together can extend the ideals of …

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Food Neighbourhoods #395: Helsinki 8:23

41m ago8:23

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Robert Prendergast heads to Helsinki to learn about the city’s culinary traditions.By Monocle Radio

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Swedish Jr Hockey Podcast Ep. 107: Fredrik Nygren Saltsjobaden GM 1:17:44

8h ago1:17:44

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In today's episode, Fredrik Nygren and I sit down and talk about how to build a successful youth and junior organization. Fredrik, despite his age has had a lot of success and experience building strong programs and is now doing that in the small organization outside of Stockholm. We also talk a little about his time coaching William and Alexander …

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Beyond the Uniform: The Personal Journey of James White Jr. Part 1 46:39

2h ago46:39

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Send us a Text Message. Part 1: In this episode of Life Lessons and Legacy, retired Air Force veteran James White Jr. reflects on his life’s path from high school and college to his distinguished military career and retirement. Listen as James offers a candid look at the milestones, challenges, and triumphs that defined his journey, imparting wisdo…

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Jan Eeckhout, "The Profit Paradox: How Thriving Firms Threaten the Future of Work" (Princeton UP, 2021) 1:10:33

15m ago1:10:33

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It is a truth universally acknowledged that as a society we want successful, profitable companies because, as Jan Eeckhout says in The Profit Paradox: How Thriving Firms Threaten the Future of Work (Princeton UP, 2021), “we tend to accept that when firms do well, the economy does well”, even when that's not true. The rising tide, in some cases, doe…

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Kolae, Mabruka and Wine of the Month 33:02

4d ago33:02

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We sit down with Andy Oliver and Mark Dobbie of Kolae in London to hear their take on southern Thai cooking. Elsewhere, our Copenhagen correspondent, Michael Booth, meets Safa Jemai, the woman dedicated to bringing authentic Tunisian spices to the Nordics. Plus: Monocle sub editor and in-house wine expert Chloé Lake picks her Wine of the Month.…

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The Good Works Podcast - Episode 71: Organizations and Politics 18:28

7d ago18:28

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In this episode, Randi goes solo to talk about the differences between 501c3, 501c4, and PAC organizations - and how or whether they are allowed to publicly discuss politics. In today's climate, there are very important distinctions to understand. And what can we all look forward to in the coming months?…

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Food Neighbourhoods #394: Annecy, France 7:13

37m ago7:13

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Monocle’s Gunnar Gronlid takes us on a gastronomic tour of the charming savoyard city of Annecy.By Monocle Radio

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Lucia Hulsether, "Capitalist Humanitarianism" (Duke UP, 2023) 1:12:46

35m ago1:12:46

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The struggle against neoliberal order has gained momentum over the last five decades – to the point that economic elites have not only adapted to the Left's critiques but incorporated them for capitalist expansion. Venture funds expose their ties to slavery and pledge to invest in racial equity. Banks pitch microloans as a path to indigenous self-d…

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Matt Stoller, "Goliath: The 100-Year War Between Monopoly Power and Democracy" (Simon & Schuster, 2020) 55:03

11m ago55:03

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In Goliath: The 100-Year War Between Monopoly Power and Democracy (Simon & Schuster, 2019), Matt Stoller explains how authoritarianism and populism have returned to American politics for the first time in eighty years, as the outcome of the 2016 election shook our faith in democratic institutions. It has brought to the fore dangerous forces that ma…

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Wasted Wine Club, July and Sophie Wyburd 33:14

4d ago33:14

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We meet Angelo van Dyk, the man looking to give surplus wine a second life with Wasted Wine Club. Plus: Alistair MacQueen pays a visit to Holly Hayes, head chef at new London opening July and Paige Reynolds sits down with Sophie Wyburd to learn about her new comforting cookbook ‘Tucking In’.By Monocle Radio

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Hamilton Nolan, "The Hammer: Power, Inequality, and the Struggle for the Soul of Labor" (Hachette Books, 2024) 54:19

1h ago54:19

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Inequality is America's biggest problem. Unions are the single strongest tool that working people have to fix it. Organized labor has been in decline for decades. Yet it sits today at a moment of enormous opportunity. In the wake of the pandemic, a highly visible wave of strikes and new organizing campaigns have driven the popularity of unions to h…

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Food Neighbourhoods #393: Sangenjaya, Tokyo 4:41

8d ago4:41

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Tokyo’s Sangenjaya neighbourhood is often overlooked due to the bright lights of nearby Shibuya. But its diverse food scene, cosy coffee shops and tucked-away speakeasies make it well worth the visit. Hanna Pham takes us on a full-day culinary tour of this sleepy corner of the city.By Monocle Radio

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Swedish Jr Hockey Podcast Ep. 106: Kim Brandvold Asst. Coach with Boston University NCAA D1 44:03

6h ago44:03

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Kim and I discuss his path from Norway to NCAA and his incredible jounrey as Jack Eichel's skating coach and now Assistant at Boston University, one of the top programs in the world.By Jacob Dahlin

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"Echoes of Wisdom: Highlights from Season One" 22:25

18d ago22:25

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Send us a Text Message. Join us for a special highlights episode of the Life Lessons and Legacy podcast as we revisit some of the most memorable moments from Season One. Relive the insightful conversations, inspirational stories, and powerful lessons that have made this season unforgettable. Whether you're a new listener or a longtime fan, this epi…

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Fantastic Fauna from China to Crimea: Image-Making in Eurasian Nomadic Societies, 700 BCE-500 CE 1:12:58

15d ago1:12:58

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Numerous Iron-Age nomadic alliances flourished along the 5000-mile Eurasian steppe route. From Crimea to the Mongolian grassland, nomadic image-making was rooted in metonymically conveyed zoomorphic designs, creating an alternative ecological reality. The nomadic elite nucleus embraced this elaborate image system to construct collective memory in r…

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Food on screen: ‘The Bear’ and ‘Omnivore’ 29:44

4d ago29:44

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This week, we switch on for a show dedicated to food on screen. We sit down with Lionel Boyce from hit Hulu television drama ‘The Bear’ to discuss how he channels the pace and perfectionism required in the kitchen and where acting and cooking intertwine. Also on the programme: we speak to acclaimed chef René Redzepi of Noma in Copenhagen and produc…

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Food Neighbourhoods #392: Wellington, New Zealand 6:26

4d ago6:26

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New Zealand’s capital, Wellington, might not be the first place that you think of when you’re looking for a culinary escape – but its award-winning restaurants, booming coffee culture and focus on seasonal ingredients make it well worth a visit. Here, Monocle’s Flynn Symonds takes us on a tour of his hometown.…

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David J. Hand, "Dark Data: Why What You Don't Know Matters" (Princeton UP, 2020) 1:18:03

27d ago1:18:03

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There is no shortage of books on the growing impact of data collection and analysis on our societies, our cultures, and our everyday lives. David Hand's new book Dark Data: Why What You Don't Know Matters (Princeton University Press, 2020) is unique in this genre for its focus on those data that aren't collected or don't get analyzed. More than an …

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‘Steak’, Tabar and Cenk Debensason 33:21

8d ago33:21

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This week, we speak with Tim Hayward, author of a new book all about steak. Also on the programme: Monocle’s Guy de Launey heads to Tabar’s new location in a former bike factory in Ljubljana to sample Slovenian-inspired tapas and we meet Cenk Debensason of Arkestra in Istanbul.By Monocle Radio

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Daniel Susskind, "Growth: A History and a Reckoning" (Harvard UP, 2024) 1:06:23

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Daniel Susskind examines the brief and powerful history of economic growth and puts it into perspective with human prosperity in Growth: A History and a Reckoning (Harvard UP, 2024). Susskind acknowledges the tremendous benefits of economic growth, which he credits with freeing billions of people from poverty and allowing us to live longer and heal…

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Food Neighbourhoods #391: Trastevere, Rome 11:08

11d ago11:08

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There’s no denying that Rome is a well-trodden and well-travelled culinary hotspot. From carbonara and cacio e pepe to gelato, you’ve probably tasted its famous delights. But even among the most touristy spots, family run eateries continue to supply authentic produce to its residents. Gabi di Vita, founder of Di Vita Experience, a tour company spec…

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Balihar Sanghera and Elmira Satybaldieva, "Rentier Capitalism and Its Discontents: Power, Morality and Resistance in Central Asia" (Palgrave MacMillan, 2021) 1:06:31

11d ago1:06:31

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Balihar Sanghera and Elmira Satybaldieva’s Rentier Capitalism and Its Discontents: Power, Morality and Resistance in Central Asia (Palgrave MacMillan, 2021) evaluates today’s economic political, social and ecological crises through the lens of rentier capitalism and countermovements in Central Asia. Over the last three decades, the rich and powerfu…

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Balihar Sanghera and Elmira Satybaldieva, "Rentier Capitalism and Its Discontents: Power, Morality and Resistance in Central Asia" (Palgrave MacMillan, 2021) 1:06:31

28d ago1:06:31

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Balihar Sanghera and Elmira Satybaldieva’s Rentier Capitalism and Its Discontents: Power, Morality and Resistance in Central Asia (Palgrave MacMillan, 2021) evaluates today’s economic political, social and ecological crises through the lens of rentier capitalism and countermovements in Central Asia. Over the last three decades, the rich and powerfu…

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Swedish Jr Hockey Podcast Ep. 105: George Dupont - Champion Mindset Academy 1:06:19

12d ago1:06:19

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George Dupont and I sit down and talk about Champion Mindset and Mental Strength in the 3rd and final mini series of mental strength and mindset to be a champion hockey player.By Jacob Dahlin

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"Real Estate with a Purpose: Tonji Cromwell’s Story" Part II 32:47

1M ago32:47

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Send us a Text Message. Let's Continue the Conversation...In this episode of "The Life, Lessons, and Legacy Podcast," host Cedric D. Nelson welcomes Ms. Tonji Cromwell, a dynamic real estate agent and the inspiring founder of the nonprofit organization PLUM. Join us as we delve into Ms. Cromwell's dual passions for real estate and community service…

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Work-from-Home is Here to Stay: Call for Flexibility in Post-pandemic Work Policies 57:35

1M ago57:35

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Listen to this interview of Darja Smite, Professor of Software Engineering at Blekinge Institute of Technology, Sweden, and also research scientist at SINTEF; and, Jarle Hildrum, Director, Deloitte Consulting, Norway; and also, Daniel Mendez, Professor of Software Engineering at Blekinge Institute of Technology, Sweden, and as well, Senior Scientis…

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Jean-Georges Vongerichten, ‘Sift’ and wine of the month 30:53

15d ago30:53

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This week, celebrated chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten joins us in the studio to discuss his latest opening, ABC kitchens. Plus: we learn about the new book ‘Sift’ by Nicola Lamb and our in-house wine expert, Chloé Lake, picks her wine of the month.By Monocle Radio

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Erin Lin, "When the Bombs Stopped: The Legacy of War in Rural Cambodia" (Princeton UP, 2024) 53:49

1M ago53:49

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Over the course of the Vietnam War, the United States dropped 500,000 tons of bombs over Cambodia—more than the combined weight of every man, woman, and child in the country. Fifty years after the last sortie, residents of rural Cambodia are still coping with the unexploded ordnance that covers their land. In When the Bombs Stopped: The Legacy of W…

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Nicolas Véron, "Europe's Banking Union at Ten: Unfinished Yet Transformative" (Bruegel, 2024) 43:21

1M ago43:21

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In 2012, to stave off the collapse of their currency union, Europe’s leaders sought to end the so-called “doom loop” between the solvency of their governments and their banking systems. Two years later, a banking union was born. Created as a crisis response, like the postwar coal and steel community, this ten-year-old union is another step in Europ…

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Amy Schiller, "The Price of Humanity: How Philanthropy Went Wrong—And How to Fix It" (Melville House, 2023) 48:33

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Amy Schiller, who spent a number of years working in both political and major gift fundraising, has a new book detailing some of the fundamental problems currently afflicting American philanthropy and how to correct some of these problems. Schiller, a political theorist currently at Dartmouth College’s Society of Fellows, brings two important persp…

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Food Neighbourhoods #390: Reggio Emilia 13:11

18d ago13:11

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Monocle’s Ivan Carvalho takes a culinary tour of Reggio Emilia in the northern Italian region of Emilia Romagna.By Monocle Radio

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The Good Works Podcast - Episode 70: Meeting About Meetings 21:01

1M ago21:01

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In this June episode of the Good Works Podcast, Randi and Sara are meeting to talk about meetings; how to run them more effectively, cancel them when necessary, and when the meeting could have been an email. Plus there are lots of fun things to look forward to this summer!By The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes

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"Real Estate with a Purpose: Tonji Cromwell’s Story" Part 1 35:57

21d ago35:57

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of "The Life, Lessons, and Legacy Podcast," host Cedric D. Nelson welcomes Ms. Tonji Cromwell, a dynamic real estate agent and the inspiring founder of the nonprofit organization PLUM. Join us as we delve into Ms. Cromwell's dual passions for real estate and community service, exploring how she seamlessly ble…

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Andreas Fulda, "Germany and China: How Entanglement Undermines Freedom, Prosperity and Security" (Bloombury, 2024) 59:55

1M ago59:55

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Germany and China: How Entanglement Undermines Freedom, Prosperity and Security (Bloomsbury, 2024) is a groundbreaking book, of which the findings have significant implications both for German-China relations and also in understanding the rising influence of autocratic China on liberal democracies globally. In today's interview, Associate Professor…

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