It's grown-up story time on the Read By The Author Podcast, where authors will read you their own stories. Listen as bestselling fantasy romance author Lindsey Sparks and her author friends bring their stories to life with their own voices. SEASON ONE: Echo in Time (Echo Trilogy, book 1) by Lindsey Sparks, a time-bending paranormal romance adventure steeped in historical mysteries and Egyptian mythology. SEASON TWO: Resonance (Echo Trilogy, novella 1.5). SEASON THREE: Time Anomaly (Echo Tril ...
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Luke Allen and Robert E G Black discuss with guests the 2013 Richard Curtis film About Time, two minutes of the film per episode.
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Discover what everyday life in Japan is REALLY like! Weekly podcast episodes with half-Japanese/half-American Burke (20 years in Japan), Ben from England (15 years in Japan), and Matt from Australia (18 years in Japan). All three of them are based in Hokkaido, which is Japan's #1 domestic travel destination! These guys and their guests share their experiences with dating, marriage, working at Japanese companies, teaching at all education levels, traditions, martial arts, the struggles of lif ...
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If you were to read an old diary, what could you discover? Secrets? Mystery? Romance? Travel and adventure? Inspiration? Since 1987, Historian Sally Ivey has collected and researched original diaries, journals, and letters from around the world. In this podcast Sally will share unique and captivating stories selected from her extensive collection. Stories forgotten over time but now shared here. Welcome to Diary Discoveries.
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Two best friends relive their ’Gap Year’ travelling the world in 2010, by re-reading and reflecting on the hilariously misguided blog diary they kept along the way. Just prior to smart-phones and social media taking over our travel habits, these two wide-eyed 18 year olds set off with nothing but digital cameras and a trusty blog to document their trip. From lost passports to inaccessible bank accounts, jumping out of planes and into gorges, this is a nostalgic exploration of first-time trav ...
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Indian Mythology Simplified One Story at a Time. A retelling of stories—and the stories behind the stories—from Indian epics like the Mahabharata and Ramayana, puranas, and folklore through the eyes of a book-loving, history buff. Find stories about fantastical creatures; mortals and immortals; or just ordinary men and women achieving extraordinary feats.
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This story is rated 12 as there is a romantic theme and also death, but nothing explicit, it's still a clean story. We find the team of David and John set to adventure out again. This time in an improved sphere and both of them are going to travel together. A new member is introduced to the team, Debbie Gill. Debbie takes over David's role, predicting the location of the black holes. The trip does not go according to plan, but oh no, don't look to me to spill the beans as to what happens, yo ...
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Let’s talk about Romance Novels! From the ones we saw on our mother’s night stands to the ones at thrift stores and everything in-between! Classics like Pride and Prejudice, to some newer classics like Me Before You. Let’s see what these books have to say about what we want or need in a romantic relationship and how does the relationships hold up to today’s standards! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/paperbackromancebc/support
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A biweekly podcast reviewing the Japanese Netflix reality show: Terrace House, an episodes at a time. Currently covering Boys x Girls Next Door. Hosted by Felix and Jim. All music on this show is produced by Jim.
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CBC Radio's The Next Chapter travels the country, conversing with authors and readers of all kinds. A new episode every Saturday.
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Are you worried you might be drinking too much but can't seem to cut back or drink less for very long? I'm Casey McGuire Davidson, a Life & Sobriety Coach for high-achieving women, and I'm here to help. I created the Top 100 Mental Health Podcast The Hello Someday Podcast For Sober Curious Women, to help you take a break from drinking and create a life you love without alcohol. Each week I’ll bring you tools and conversations you need to get out of the drinking cycle. You'll find advice on h ...
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A voice from the future changes far more than just one man’s life. A young boy must say a final farewell to his faithful companion. Dr Simon has a lab full of pixies, but they don’t take kindly to his experiments. Visit Jacques' Bistro, where love blooms over the seafood. Is one of Father Ian's parishioners really being visited by a giant? These subjects and many more are visited in this fourth collection of stories from 'Every Photo Tells…', showing that every picture can tell more than jus ...
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Life as an international in Denmark, one of the world's most homogenous countries, isn't always easy. In Denmark’s longest-running English-language podcast, Kay Xander Mellish, an American who has lived in Denmark for more than a decade, offers tips for enjoying your time in “the world’s happiest country” plus insights on Danish culture and how to build friendships with Danes. Whether you're living in Denmark, thinking about moving to Denmark, or interested in a job in Denmark and want to un ...
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Welcome to the Reading Aloud Podcast, a place where the creative, emotional and hilarious aspects of relationship communication are explored in real-time, by a real Married couple. Marisol and Adam are a married couple living in Asheville, North Carolina. Outside of the Podcast, Marisol is an entrepreneur, who owns SolReflection, a therapeutic image consulting firm (she's a style therapist) and Adam works for Dogwood Alliance, a environmental non-profit organization. After dating, marriage, ...
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Set in the heady days of 1970's Italy, before the internet shrank the world, 'Italia 77' tells a compelling story of two Lancastrian friends, fresh from the UK, one a failed dental student, the other, an ageing rugby star, who find themselves landed in Rome with the bold intention of taking the Italian sporting scene by storm, but this is far from being a sporting memoir. Join us on a journey of enlightenment, adventure, enduring friendship and discovery on a five-year trail from Rome to Flo ...
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Grab your friends explore the world of Adventure Time, with plenty of stops along the way! Alexx and Erik look at the plot, influences, and hidden gems of the award-winning cartoon series.
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The title 'Anthem' is derived as an anthem to sense of self and self-governing thoughts. Anthem is a story of Equality 7-2521 who is a young man living in some unspecified future time and place. In this future era freedom and individual rights have been eradicated. The starring character of the novel is an inquisitive street cleaner. He lives in a society where people have lost their knowledge of individualism, to the extreme that people do not know words like 'I' or 'mine'. All the people l ...
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Young women and men sit down with their grandparents to ignite the humanizing conversations they never have before. To gain an understanding of who they are, who they were, and what they have to teach given their generations of experience. Grandmother is a time-capsule. A coveted memory for families, and a direct channel to those lessons that can only come with age. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A timeless classic of fantasy literature, She is recognized as the groundwork for the lost world literary sub- genre. First published serially in The Graphic magazine from 1886 to 1887, the novel has reached critical acclaim with approximately 100 million copies sold and is regarded as one of the best-selling books of all time. Exploring themes of imperialism, lost civilization, female authority and psyche, the novel also serves as a mirror to reflect Victorian issues such as gender and race ...
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S4 Ep3: DISSONANCE, a Myth-based Paranormal Romance Novel (chapters 6-7)
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Welcome to season 4 of Read By The Author, where bestselling fantasy romance author Lindsey Sparks reads Dissonance, the next installment in her paranormal romance time travel series, the ECHO TRILOGY. SEASON 1: Echo in Time (Echo Trilogy, book 1) SEASON 2: Resonance (Echo Trilogy, novella 1.5) SEASON 3: Time Anomaly (Echo Trilogy, book 2) SEASON 4…
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Comedian Brent Butt talks about writing his first novel, Catherine Mack on her funny mystery series and more
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Brent Butt talks to Ali Hassan about his novel Huge, Catherine Mack talks to Christa Couture about her series Every Time I Go on Vacation, Someone Dies and Premee Mohamed talks to Ryan B. Patrick about her novel on We Speak Through the Mountain on this episode of The Next Chapter: The Summer Edition with Christa Couture.…
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Ep. 222: What We Get Wrong About How To Be Happy
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If you're not feeling 100% happy in your life, you might be surprised as to the reasons why. It turns out the "science of happiness" has found that a lot of the things we've been told will make us happy, don't actually bring us joy, contentment and satisfaction. And if you're a woman in midlife you might suspect that's true. We've been taught that …
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Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes and other content at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan Are these Japan's top 10 cities? Ben, Matt, and Burke discuss Tokyo's bustling districts, Osaka's culinary delights, Hiroshima's historic sites, and many more highlights for these cities that are recommended as tourist favorites! Sponsors:…
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Many countries have a fictional character who represents them. Uncle Sam for the USA, Marianne in France, Mother India. Others have a legendary figure, who was real at one point but is now shrouded in myth, like King Arthur in England. For Denmark, Holger Danske is both. He was probably real, although he didn’t live in Denmark. He was a Danish knig…
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How Canada became a hotbed for romance writers, growing up at a logging camp in Haida Gwaii in Sisters of the Spruce, the death of mall culture, a culinary tribute to Agatha Christie, and more
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Why Canadian writers such as Carley Fortune and Elle Kennedy are soaring through the charts in the Canadian romance renaissance; Leslie Shimotakahara pulls inspiration from her ancestors and “the tapestry of stories” within remote B.C.; teen angst and buying individuality in Big Mall by Kate Black; a cookbook that celebrates the mysteries of Aga…
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Ep. 221: 30 Days Sober: A Diary Of Early Sobriety
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Early sobriety is an emotional and tender time, so I wanted to share with you my diary of my first 30 days sober, which has somehow turned into 6 continuous years alcohol-free. 6 years ago I woke up on the couch at 3am after drinking a bottle of wine. I came upstairs to crawl into bed with my husband filled with anxiety and unable to fall back to s…
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Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan Burke and Ben talk about some things that are generally unique to Japan, but are slowly spreading across the world, and if not, maybe some countries should adopt some of these great ideas. They include umbrella lockers, automatic taxi doors, transparent toi…
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How Droṇa, A Driven Warrior, Became Kuru’s Preceptor to Avenge An Insult
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** Additional Notes: **At first, the book says Drona and Drupada become friends when the latter visited Bharadvaja with his father, later in the book Drona tells Bhishma that they became friends when they attended Agnivehsya’s school together. **Drona tells Bhishma that when they were young Drupada promised to share with him his wealth when he beca…
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Amazon First Novel Award winner Jasmine Sealy, Itah Sadu’s latest children’s book, author Genevieve Scott revisits the 90s and more.
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The award-winning novel The Island of Forgetting reimagines Greek mythology, children’s book I Am Big explores race and hockey, The Damages is a chewy new read set in the 90s, and more.
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Ep. 220: Dry July Survival Guide: How to Stay Sober and Have Fun This Summer
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Are you ready for an awesome Dry July and incredible sober summer? I’m betting you probably have a ton of drinking memories, rituals and events tied to the summer season. I know I did! It might be beer at ballgames or camping, drinks out on a boat or hanging out at BBQs with friends. Maybe you love dive bars on road trips or European vacations with…
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Top 15 Temples & Shrines to Visit in Japan!
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This episode we look at some of the best places to see shrines and temples in Japan. Plus Matt talks about his hike up to Ota Shrine (one of the most dangerous shrines to get to), and Ben looks at a day in the life of a monk. 1. Ise Grand Shrine (Mie) 2. Meiji Shrine (Tokyo) 3. Fushimi Inari Taisha (Kyoto) 4. Itsukushima Shrine (Hiroshima) 5. Nikko…
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Antonio Michael Downing shares three “ahead of their time” classics, sending your kids away for safekeeping in Little Sanctuary, novels where the internet comes back to bite, and more
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Writer and recording artist Antonio Michael Downing recommends three boundary-breaking stories, Randy Boyagoda talks about his first novel for young readers, iskwē on why she loves Beautiful Star, William Ping shares books that highlight the power of the internet, and more.
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Ep. 219: Should I Take A Break From Drinking? Look For These Signs To Know It’s Time
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Have you been thinking about taking a break from drinking, only to decide that you’re “not that bad”? Most women who wonder if they’re drinking too much can look around and find lots of reasons why it’s not a “real issue”. We’ve been told that having a problem with alcohol is black or white. Either you fall into the category of someone who is “an a…
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#52 World War II Pin-Up and "A Last Will"
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Two classic pin-up calendar pages with a hand written message on them are what Sally started with for this story. In this episode, we discuss a bit of pin-up art history and then get into the writing on the pages. Five sailors on the U.S.S. Mission Bay signed this "last will" and we'll tell you what we found out about these men. As most WW II Veter…
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What was your Favourite Souvenir from Japan?
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Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan Some purchases you regret, some follow you around for years, and there are those that are filled with memories. Burke and Ben discuss some purchases and souvenirs, from a Reddit discussion, that travelers to Japan were very happy about. Sponsors: MaruMori T…
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Cassandra Calin on creating her first comic book for kids, voyaging through Bella Bella with Brandon Reid, a new take on the boarding school novel in Land of No Regrets, and more
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The New Girl is the latest project from the creator of hit webcomic Cassandra Comics, revealing the similarities between different ways of life in Beautiful Beautiful, Sadi Muktadir writes about Madrasa hijinks in his new book, the Canadian combination of hockey and Joni Mitchell, and more.
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Ep. 218: How To Transform Your Home To Reduce Triggers To Drink and Support Your Sobriety
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Is your home set up to support your sobriety or sabotage your efforts to lead an alcohol-free life? If you’re used to opening a bottle of wine the minute you walk in the door, having a cocktail on the back deck or curling up on the couch with your laptop or netflix after the kids go to bed, your home environment can be a powerful trigger to drink. …
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The white magic of the Danish graduation hat
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In June of each year, the streets of Denmark are suddenly full of young people wearing stiff white caps with bands of various colors - burgundy, midnight blue, light blue. These teenagers have just graduated from gymnasium, the Danish equivalent of high school, and the white hat is a sign of that accomplishment. They wear the white hat everywhere t…
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Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan Matt and Ben discuss the best things to do in this must-visit city in Japan. They talk about the best time to go, the most popular places to see, some quieter less known temples, and some tips for getting the most out of your trip. Sponsors: MaruMori This s…
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The memories of a Truth and Reconciliation Commissioner, A queer Syrian refugee memoir, the importance of failure with Jean Marc Ah-Sen, and more
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Dr. Marie Wilson reflects on her time as Truth and Reconciliation Commissioner, Danny Ramadan shares what it was like to seek refuge and search for acceptance in Canada, an exploration of the literary scene in Kilworthy Tanner, and more.
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Ep. 217: 10 Sober Travel Tips You Need For Your Next Alcohol-Free Vacation
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Sober travel can feel like you're running through a gauntlet of offers and opportunities to drink. From airport bars to business dinners to all inclusive cocktails, alcohol seems to be everywhere when you are trying to not drink. But I'm going to set you up for success so you'll be able to enjoy and appreciate sober travel (even if every trip you’v…
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Yayati, Devayani & Sharmishta: A Tale Of Love, Betrayal & Desire. Mahabharata Podcast in English
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King Yayati, the son of Nahusha, is the ancestor of the Kauravas and Pandavas. Yayati is best known for his obsession with youth and living longer and the fact he was cursed to lose his youth prematurely and live as an old man. But there is more to Yayati’s story. Yayati is involved in a love triangle between his wife, Devayani and her friend-turne…
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Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes and videos at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan Have you had any impulse purchases? Did you buy anything that didn’t live up to your expectations? Did you try any food that was overrated? Ben and Burke discuss some common purchase regrets from a Reddit discussion, such as Kimono, Tokyo Banana,…
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Eccentric relatives and family feuds in Queers Like Me; the extensive comic book collection of David A. Robertson; big city, big dreams in The Education of Aubrey McKee, and more
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Michael V. Smith talks about growing up queer in rural Ontario in his latest poetry collection, two-time Governor General's Literary Award winner David A. Robertson answers the Proust Questionnaire, What made Biography of X a standout book of 2023, the latest novel from Alex Pugsley, and more.…
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Ep. 216: Why Emotional Sobriety Is Key to Navigating an Alcohol-Free Life
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When I was drinking I used alcohol to check out after a hard day, numb out from irritation and resentment, make the monotony of adulting less boring and as a reward to look forward to for getting through another week. And when drinking left me with too many hangovers, sleepless nights and crushing anxiety I finally decided that I didn’t want to fee…
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S4E23: New Zealand - 'Snowboarders, drinking games and a single dreadlock'
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In this episode, Rachel and Emily journey back by rereading their blog entries to some more Queenstown memories, this time involving a pair of Australian snowboarders, a whole baked salmon, the 'car of death' and some drunken hairstyling.By Emily and Rachel
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Pets against ecological exploitation in Mood Swings, three thriller novels to get your heart racing this summer, toxic work environments in I Hope This Finds You Well, and more
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Montreal-based author Frankie Barnet writes about obstinate pets and tech billionaires in her latest book, Robert J. Wiersema recommends a few of his favourite new thrillers, why sending hate mail to colleagues is a bad idea with Natalie Sue, and more.
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Ep. 215: How to Rekindle Romance and Manage Conflict in Your Relationship
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Rekindling romance and managing conflict in intimate relationships is something a lot of women struggle with—whether it's why they drink or a challenge they face after stepping away from alcohol. Figuring out how to handle conflicts, set boundaries, and connect with your partner can be really tough, especially when alcohol has been your go-to for s…
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The Perfect Itinerary for First time Visitors to Japan
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Ben and Burke share an itinerary for a 2 week trip to Japan. It is ideal if it is your first time to the country as it includes the highlights, such as Tokyo, Kyoto, and Mount Fuji, as well as some other less known gems easily accessible by public transport. Sponsors: MaruMori This site has everything you need to learn Japanese! It’s an all-in-one,…
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Ruth Reichl’s decadent adventure through 1980s Paris, looking back on Alice Munro, brothers and co-authors Will and Ian Ferguson take the Proust Questionnaire, plus more.
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Food writer and editor Ruth Reichl talks about her new coming-of-age novel set in France, revisiting Shelagh Rogers’s 2006 conversation with Alice Munro about her short story collection The View from Castle Rock, Will and Ian Ferguson discuss their love of writing, plus authors Elisabeth de Mariaffi and Andrew Pyper reflect on Alice Munro’s lega…
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Ep. 214: Quit Like A Woman with Holly Whitaker
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In this special anniversary episode, I’m celebrating four incredible years of the Hello Someday Podcast, marked by 214 episodes and 1.5 million downloads. It's been an amazing journey, and I'm deeply grateful to each and every one of you who has joined me along the way. To mark this occasion, I'm thrilled to revisit my top guest interview of all ti…
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S4E22: New Zealand - 'Mini-golf, hostel hunting and a cabin in the woods'
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In this episode, Emily and Rachel read back over their blog entries from more Queenstown adventures, including a startlingly creative mini golf course, a desperate search for hostel accommodation, and Rachel being struck down by a mysterious illness. Mentioned in the podcast: Emily's round up of the world's best mini golf courses https://www.lonely…
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#51 "Girl In Every Town" Part 2 -The Letters
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In this episode we read and discuss the letters between Charles and Dorothy as they start their life together in 1920 -1921. He has recently been divorced in the very public "Girl In Every Town" divorce case and Dorothy, 21 years his junior, is challenged early on by his absence and her new domestic situation. 100 letters were written between them …
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On this episode the boys talk about the Golden Week in Japan. And Matt gives Ben & Burke some interesting facts about the Bōsōzoku. Who are they? Where did they come from? What do they do & what has happened to them? Listen to this episode ad-free and exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan The guys discuss current news and event…
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Space travel and cryogenics in The Downloaded, award-winning TV writer and author Zoe Whittall, online craft sellers in Peacocks of Instagram, and more.
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Ontario science fiction writer discusses the mind, body and cryogenics in his 25th book; Baroness Von Sketch and Schitt's Creek writer shares her first short story collection; Deepa Rajagopalan on the peafowl documentary that inspired her latest book, and more.
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Ep. 213: How To Stop People-Pleasing In Sobriety
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I describe myself as an ex-red wine girl and a recovering people-pleaser. And if you’re wondering how those two things are connected we’re going to dig into that because as you start to navigate sobriety, boundaries are going to be your very best friend. Have you fallen into a people-pleasing pattern? Maybe you’re an overachiever who takes care of …
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# 50 "Girl In Every Town" -- Murder and Seduction In Nashville.
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An antique tin containing 100 letters along with a 1919 newspaper article was the starting point for this episode. The article titled "Girl In Every Town" described a divorce case in which 17 letters from various women the husband allegedly had relationships with, were introduced as evidence. As Sally dug deeper, and as usually is the case, the sto…
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Toxic relationships and territorial Whitehorse politics in Rabbit, Rabbit, Rabbit, Amy Lea on influencers and Nova Scotia lobster fishermen, escaping the cycle of addiction in Manitoba-set novel What’s ...
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Nadine Sander-Green pulls inspiration from her time as a reporter in the Yukon in her debut novel, the ultimate tale of opposites attracts in Maritime romance The Catch, Nora Decter on the ripple effect of addiction in her latest book, Cory Doctorow explains the value of geeky friends, and more.…
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How to Survive the Crowds During Japan's Golden Week 2024
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Listen to this episode ad free + exclusive episodes at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan This week Ben, Burke and Matt record an episode in the park to enjoy the beautiful cherry blossoms (or lack of) during Golden Week. They give advice to people who are planning to visit Japan during one of the craziest times of the year for traveling around …
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Ep. 212: Using Mindfulness Practices To Support Your Sobriety
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Are mindfulness practices part of your sober toolbox? If not, they should be. Mindfulness in sobriety can help you manage cravings, reduce stress and anxiety, regulate your emotions, increase self awareness, support your overall well-being, mental health and prevent relapse. I know those are big promises, so let’s break down what mindfulness is, ho…
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S4E21: New Zealand - 'Disastrous hikes, dining out and tearful farewells'
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In this episode, Emily and Rachel read back over their blog entry from the day they spent in NZ's Queenstown recovering from their hangovers, being plunged further into financial turmoil on an otherwise tranquil hike, and waving off their good friend Claire after a month of travelling friendship.By Emily and Rachel
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Osaka, Japanese Words, and the Mariko Aoki Phenomenon!
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Listen to this episode ad-free and exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/voicesinjapan In this episode the boys talk about Burke's jujitsu competition plus a night out in Osaka. Matt takes a closer look the Mariko Aoki Phenomenon. What is it?? And Ben goes over some Japanese words that you might know..but do you know the origins? All this an…
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Season 4 comes to a close with a big bunch of heavy junk. Marceline and the Ice King play the Omnichord. Erik cries. Alexx doesn't cry because apparently he's got no heart. The Lich returns and a beloved hero's death is revealed. Erik and Alexx eat chocolate and marzipan. S4E25 - I Remember You S4E26 - The Lich This episode wraps up our own season …
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Bhishma:Son of Ganga, Cursed by Vasishta, Vow of Brahmacharya, Gift to Choose Time Of Death. Mahabharata
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Bhishma, the supreme commander of the Kaurava forces, was destined to be a great warrior and to always uphold Dharma, but he was also destined to always keep his father happy and to never have children. Learn why! Music: Peony Morning - TrackTribe ►Stories of India Retold Podcast Website: https://storiesofindiaretold.podbean.com Watch the Video Pod…
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The Story Behind Mahabharata–The Greatest Story Ever Told
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All about the Mahabharata and its author, Krishna Dwaipayana (Veda Vyasa), why he composed it, why Mahabharata is considered the greatest story ever told, who and what it is about, why it is considered sacred, why the stories found in this great epic is relevant to this day and more! Music: Peony Morning - TrackTribe ►Stories of India Retold Podcas…
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ANNOUNCEMENT: 2.0 Version Stories Of India Retold Plus Video Podcast
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Dear Listener, Welcome to the new and improved version of the Stories of India Retold Podcast. We will start from the beginning of the Mahabharata (yet again) but with better story telling and even a video element to it. I hope you will listen to the new episodes. Thank you so much for your continued support. Much Love, Nivi. ►Stories of India Reto…
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Do you have to speak Danish to work in Denmark?
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If you’re only in Denmark for a few months, it might not be worth the investment in time to learn much more than the basic pleasantries in Danish. But you plan to stay in Denmark for more than a year or so, it’s a good idea to learn some Danish – and your visa may require that you do so. Even if you’re not forced to, it’s a good idea to learn Danis…
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Modern-day weirdness and worries in Last Women, the popular reads at these Canadian independent bookstores, an East Coast mystery from Elaine McCluskey, books that examine life as a second-generation immigrant ...
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Vancouver author Carleigh Baker explores topics like climate anxiety in her latest short story collection; hear from the folks behind indie bookstores McNally Robinson and Inhabit Books on the popular titles in their shelves; Nova Scotia fiction writer Elaine McCluskey on her latest novel; books that feature contemporary immigrant stories with A…
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Ep. 211: Addiction Inoculation: How to minimize your kids’ risk of substance abuse and dependence
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If you’ve spent a bunch of years opening a bottle of wine to deal with stress and overwhelm, to celebrate or reward yourself for making it to the end of the week, it may feel awkward or hypocritical to talk with your kids about the risks of addiction to alcohol. But in a culture obsessed with booze, being able to help your kids understand the impac…
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