Best Christopher Freeman Podcasts (2024)

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Cape Fear election results: Purple districts, ballot-splitting voters, and uncertain outcomes 51:02

2h ago51:02

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On this episode, we unpack the evolving electorate and their unpredictable down-ballot choices. Plus, a cloud of uncertainty hangs over New Hanover County races with a growing number of uncounted absentee ballots that count easily swing the race for school board and commissioner seats.By Benjamin Schachtman

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My Thoughts on Election 2024: Trump beats Kamala Harris, What went wrong? 38:00

2d ago38:00

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My Thoughts of Election 2024: Donald Trump beats VP Kamala Harris, What went wrong? Exit Polls NBC News for 10 States; American is going to Regret this, Again! - Historian & National Political Commentator Michael Imhotep founder of The African History Network 11-6-24 REGISTER & WATCH NOW this 12 Week Online Course! Class Starts Saturday, 11-9-24, 4…

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Unpacking the state House and Senate candidates' forum 50:00

1d ago50:00

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On today’s show, WHQR's Ben Schachtman and Nikolai Mather are unpacking the forum we put on earlier this month with WECT and Port City Daily, featuring candidates running for the North Carolina House and Senate. We'll dig into what the candidates had to say, with context, analysis, and some fact-checking.…

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Marlando Pridgen, Democratic candidate for North Carolina's 7th Congressional District 1:03:20

5d ago1:03:20

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On this episode, WHQR News Director Ben Schachtman sat down for a long-form interview with Marlando Pridge, Democratic challenger for North Carolina's 7th Congressional District. Topics included domestic policy issues like healthcare, affordable housing, crime and drugs and foreign policy topics like Ukraine and the Middle East.…

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Unpacking the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners candidates' forum 50:00

11d ago50:00

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On today’s show, WHQR's Ben Schachtman and Kelly Kenoyer are unpacking the forum we put on earlier this month with WECT and Port City Daily, featuring candidates running for the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners. We'll dig into what the candidates had to say, with context, analysis, and some fact-checking.…

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Ep. 269 - The Current State of Science Fiction w/Christopher Ruocchio & Jordan iWizard 1:49:24

12d ago1:49:24

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In episode 269 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined by Christopher Ruocchio, the author of the Sun Eater science-fantasy series, and Jordan Hill of the channel iWizard. Jordan and Christopher help me get my bearings as we discuss the history of science fiction, the current state of the art of science fiction, the philosophy of science fictio…

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Ep. 268 - Analyzing Magic and Wizard's In Tolkien's Legendarium w/Jess of the Shire 57:51

12d ago57:51

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Grab a Free the Sheep cloak here: https://freethesheepco.com/products/eden-hoodie?sca_ref=6252696.K32GulhjZU and browse the rest of their gear here: https://freethesheepco.com/collections/originals?sca_ref=6252696.K32GulhjZUIn episode 268 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined once more by Jess from @Jess_of_the_Shire . Last time we talked Dun…

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Ep. 267 - The Scope of Analytic Metaphysics w/Dr. Joshua Sijuwade 2:11:00

16d ago2:11:00

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In episode 266 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined once again by Dr. Joshua Sijuwade. This time we discuss the scope of analytic metaphysics which he covers in his fantastic new book, Analytic Theism. Grab the book here to support my podcast: https://amzn.to/3YuxzPQ→Sponsors/Discounts Check out https://murdycreative.co/PARKERNOTES and use p…

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Ep. 266 - Is God the Luckiest Possible Being? w/Dr. Dre Rusavuk 55:59

18d ago55:59

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In episode 265 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Dre Rusavuk to discuss the idea that God is the luckiest of all possible beings. →Sponsors/Discounts Check out https://murdycreative.co/PARKERNOTES and use promo code PARKERNOTES at check out for 10% off your entire order!!Grab a Field Notes notebook or memo book wallet like the one …

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Ep. 265 - The History of Science Fiction w/Ben Yalow 1:25:46

18d ago1:25:46

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in episode 264 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined by Ben Yalow to discuss all things Science Fiction! Ben has edited From These Ashes which is the complete collection of Fredic Brown's short stories--which are some of my all time favorites!!→Sponsors/Discounts Check out https://murdycreative.co/PARKERNOTES and use promo code PARKERNOTES at…

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Unpacking the New Hanover County school board candidates' forum 50:00

19d ago50:00

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On this episode, WHQR's Ben Schachtman and Rachel Keith and Port City Daily's Brenna Flanagan break down what New Hanover County school board candidates had to say during our recent town hall forum, with context, analysis, and fact checking.By WHQR Staff

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"You have to fully empathize with what you did”: Restorative justice comes to North Carolina 50:00

1M ago50:00

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Reconciliation and restoration are key to relationships: but they rarely come up in the criminal justice system. That may soon change, as North Carolina makes Restorative Justice an integrated part of the Department of Public Safety.By Kelly Kenoyer, Aaleah McConnell

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S2, Ep. 20 Escaping Samsara Bookclub: 'Chakras, Drugs, And Evolution' 2:51:29

2M ago2:51:29

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This is our 4th Escaping Samsara Bookclub and we are joined by author and teacher Daniel Simpson to discuss Gregor Meahle's "Chakras, Drugs, and Evolution: A Map of Transformative States." Daniel and I discuss our thoughts on Chakras and how they are used in new ways by modern practitioners, our drug experiences and how they affect the spiritual pa…

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Trump Fuels RACIST Attacks on Haitian Families With Dangerous, Vicious LIES! RMU 44:00

2M ago44:00

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Trump Fuels RACIST Attacks on Haitian Families With Dangerous, Vicious LIES! Singer, John Legend Responds - Historian & National Political Commentator, Michael Imhotep on 'Roland Martin Unfiltered' 9-13-24 (WATCH VIDEO) 'Fear and frustration in Ohio city as political debate seizes on growing Haitian population' - CNN https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/12/…

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S2, Ep. 19 Sex, Rajas, and The Yogic Body as Applied to Women, with Tova Olsson (Episode 2/2) 1:13:59

2M ago1:13:59

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This our final episode in our exploration of sex, bindu, rajas, and Brahmacharya and the second of two episodes looking at female practitioners especially. We are joined by Tova Olsson, a scholar of religion, author, and yoga teacher with over 20 years of experience in education. We discuss: The reproductive model of the yogic body vs Kundalini mod…

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Election 2024: New Hanover and Pender DA candidates Rebecca Zimmer Donaldson and Jason Smith 50:00

2M ago50:00

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On this episode, we sit down with Republican candidate Jason Smith and Democratic Candidate Rebecca Zimmer Donaldson, who are both running to replace recently retired District Attorney Ben David, who represented Pender and New Hanover counties for 20 years.By Benjamin Schachtman

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Trump's EXTREME Anti-Blackness And Hate EXPOSED In New Ad: A Racist With Racist 41:00

2M ago41:00

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Trump's EXTREME Anti-Blackness And Hate EXPOSED In New Ad: A Racist With Racist Policies - Historian & National Political Commentator Michael Imhotep on 'Roland Martin Unfiltered' 9-6-24 REGISTER & WATCH NOW this 12 Week Online Course! Class Starts Saturday, 11-9-24, 4pm EST, ‘Ancient Kemet (Egypt), The Moors & The Maafa: Understanding The Trans-At…

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A conversation with Freeman family descendants Christopher Eaton and Dorian Cromartie 50:00

2M ago50:00

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On today’s show, we’re discussing the Freeman family's land — including the community known as Seabreeze.We’re sitting down with descendants of the Freeman family, Christopher Eaton and Dorian Cromartie, to learn how patriarchs Alexander and Robert Bruce Freeman amassed large amounts of land in the southern part of New Hanover County. We'll also di…

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Ep. 264 - Untangling Critical Race Theory w/Dr. Ed Uszynski 1:03:29

2M ago1:03:29

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In episode 263 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined once again by Dr. Ed Uszynski to talk about Critical Race Theory. In this episodes we discuss Ed's new book, Untangling Critical Race Theory: What Christians Need to Know and Why It Matters. Grab the book here to support my podcast:https://amzn.to/4c6Hy1p→Sponsors/Discounts Check out https:…

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S2, Ep. 18 Sex, Bindu, and The Yogic Body as Applied to Women, with Ruth Westoby (Episode 1/2) 1:04:30

3M ago1:04:30

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This is the first of two episodes expanding the previous topic of Sex, Semen Retention, and Brahmacharya as it may or may not apply to women. Female practitioners of yoga don't show up in the old texts but there have been many female-specific physical practices through the ages. And who better to explain how to practice with these archaic informati…

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The Great Apartment Debate 50:00

3M ago50:00

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On this week's episode, we ask one of toughest questions defining our time in the Cape Fear Region: Why are there so many apartments going up? We spoke to a concerned resident who shared some very common questions with us — and then put them to one of the top officials in the City of Wilmington's development-approval process.…

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Ep. 263 - The Gospel and the Saddleback Leather Empire w/Dave Munson 1:07:44

3M ago1:07:44

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n episode 262 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined by Dave Munson of Saddleback Leather to discuss the story of how he started Saddleback and we also get into some good theology, including dogs in heaven and leather in the new earth. I'm finally a Saddleback affiliate so if you like their stuff buy something from my link and you can also sup…

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Ep. 262 - Should God Exist? w/Dr. Brian Ballard 1:33:07

3M ago1:33:07

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In episode 262 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined once again by Dr. Brian Ballard. This time we discuss what's come to be known as the axiology of theism, that is considering the existence of God in light of value theory. Check out the previous episode with Brian Ballard after this one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAAziR0xKlM→Sponsors/…

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S2, Ep. 17 3/3 Richard Freeman - Sex, Semen Retention, and Brahmacharya (Mini Series) 1:20:08

3M ago1:20:08

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This series has been quite popular. In our climactic (pun intended) episode, we speak to Richard Freeman about sex and Brahmacharya. The context of Brahmacharya within Patanjali's Ashtanga Yoga system Specific yoga poses and mudras that move sexual energy The use of mula bandha in using sexual energy to reinvigorate your body and mind How yoga can …

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Ep. 261 - Religion, HP Lovecraft, and Sun Eater (w/Christopher Ruocchio and Dr. Austin Freeman) 1:53:57

3M ago1:53:57

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In episode 261 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I have Christopher Ruocchio (author of the Sun Eater science fantasy series) and Dr. Austin Freeman (Author of Tolkien Dogmatics and others) on to talk about science fiction, fantasy, HP Lovecraft, Theology, and Modern Religion. It's awesome! Check out more from Chrisopher Ruocchio here: @SunEaterBook…

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"Poverty is a sin. Being poor is not." A new reporting project on being homeless in the Cape Fear Region 50:00

3M ago50:00

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On this episode, we’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at an upcoming project from WHQR. In the aftermath of a Supreme Court ruling that pulled back on the rights of the unhoused, we’ll take an intimate look at the inner lives of our homeless neighbors, with insights from the people who serve them.By Kelly Kenoyer

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S2, Ep.16 2/3 Simon Borg Olivier - Sex, Semen Retention, and Brahmacharya (MiniSeries) 1:25:36

4M ago1:25:36

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We are happy to welcome back to the podcast Simon Borg-Olivier who has been practicing semen retention for over 30 years. We discuss how semen retention, loving relationships, and mindful sex can enhance health and spiritual practice. From Simon's bio: "I have been studying traditional forms of posture, movement, breathing and mental control for mo…

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Black Resistance Movements (1492 - 1968): Christopher Columbus, Haitian Revoluti 1:07:00

4M ago1:07:00

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Black Resistance Movements (1492 - 1968): Christopher Columbus, Haitian Revolution, Black Power, How Black People Fought White Supremacy' Join Us Sun. 7-28-24 4pm EST - Historian, Michael Imhotep (Next Class is Sun. 7-28-24, 4pm EST. REGISTER NOW!!!) NEW ONLINE COURSE: REGISTER NOW! Next CLASS is Sunday, 7-28-24, 4pm EST (LIVE 10 Week Online Histor…

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S2, Ep.15, 1/3 Tyson Adams - Sex, Semen Retention, and Brahmacharya (Mini Series) 1:09:30

4M ago1:09:30

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This is the start of a three-episode exploration into one of yoga’s least understood, but possibly most important topics: Brahmacharya or as we might term it, semen retention. Through loss of semen (bindu), [his] lifespan is diminished and he becomes weak. .... Through constant retention of semen, a fine odour arises in the body of the yogin, (-) s…

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Kenneth Chestnut Sr/Leah Norman - Ocean City Jazz Festival - Whatchu' Doin' NC 39:52

4M ago39:52

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Check out the new episode of Whatchu' Doin NC featuring Leah Norman of Topsail Talk, and a descendant of the historical Ocean City Beach on Topsail Island, NC. Make sure you check it out to here the latest information about the upcoming Ocean City Jazz Festival, as well as the history of Ocean City Beach. #oceancityjazzfestival #oceancitybeach #top…

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Donald Trump is Prosecuted by a Civil Rights Law of 1871 Used To Prosecute KKK 4:00

5M ago4:00

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Donald Trump is being Prosecuted with a Civil Rights Law From 1871 Used To Prosecute KKK Violence During The Reconstruction Era - Historian Michael Imhotep - TheAHNShow 6-23-24 NEW ONLINE COURSE: REGISTER NOW! Next CLASS is Sunday, 7-28-24, 4pm EST (LIVE 10 Week Online History Course) 'Black Resistance Movements (1492 - 1968): Christopher Columbus,…

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What is 'Project 2025'? Backlash to 'Racial Reckoning' after George Floyd 15:00

5M ago15:00

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What is 'Project 2025'? This is a backlash to the 'Racial Reckoning' that happened after the killing of George Floyd - Historian & National Political Commentator, Michael Imhotep 6-23-24 NEW ONLINE COURSE: REGISTER NOW! Next CLASS is Sunday, 7-28-24, 4pm EST (LIVE 10 Week Online History Course) 'Black Resistance Movements (1492 - 1968): Christopher…

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"Take the hits and keep on going": A conversation about journalism with NPR's Scott Simon 50:00

4M ago50:00

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On this episode, we sit down with Scott Simon, longtime journalist and host of NPR's Weekend Edition to talk about the state of the news — plus highlights from Simon's remarks at the recent WHQR 40th anniversary luncheon.By Ben Schachtman

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Annette Freeman - Producer/Journalist - Whatchu Doin NC 28:21

5M ago28:21

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NEW PODCAST ALERT! Check out today's new podcast for Whatchu' Doin’ North Carolina! Today's guest is producer, journalist and communications professional, Annette Freeman! ❤ Annette shares with me her journalism journey, as well as her unforgettable moment meeting Barack Obama. Also, she talks about her upcoming event "An Evening Chat and Book Sign…

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Morgan Freeman says 'I detest' Black History Month! He's WRONG! Michael Imhotep 1:34:00

5M ago1:34:00

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Actor Morgan Freeman says 'I detest' Black History Month! Here's why he is WRONG!!! Respecting Dr. Carter G. Woodson - Michael Imhotep & Prof. Manu Ampim 'The African History Network Show' 6-18-24 & 3-31-24 Morgan Freeman has dismissed the idea of Black History Month, saying: “My history is American history.” He said in a interview with Variety Mag…

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Political Empowerment Panel 'Voting Vigilantes', Juneteenth Jubilee Detroit 45:00

5M ago45:00

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Political Empowerment Panel 'Voting Vigilantes' Historian & National Political Commentator, Michael Imhotep, Speaks at Juneteenth Jubilee Detroit Joseph Walker Williams Ctr 6-15-24 (***I don't Own the Rights to this music***) REGISTER NOW: Next Classes are Sat. June 22nd & 29th 2024, 4pm EST, ‘Ancient Kemet (Egypt), The Moors & The Maafa: Understan…

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Ep. 260 - Was Jesus a Philosopher? w/Dr. Daniel Napier 1:24:47

5M ago1:24:47

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In episode 260 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Daniel Napier to discuss his work on the philosophy of Jesus, especially in his new (and fantastic) book, The Soul Whisperer: Jesus' Way Among The Philosophers. Grab the book here to support my work: https://amzn.to/49Us6Uf→Sponsors/Discounts Check out https://murdycreative.co/PARKER…

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Black Conservatives Byron Donalds & Candace Owens are WRONG about Black Families 2:50:00

5M ago2:50:00

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Black Conservatives Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) & Candace Owens are WRONG about Black Families, ‘Jim Crow’, 'Man In The House Rule' & Welfare' - TheAHNShow 6-9-24 with Host, Historian and National Political Commentator, Michael Imhotep Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL), at a Republican Outreach forum to the African American Community in Philadelphia, implied…

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Cape Fear Conversations: Health and Social Equity 1:33:23

5M ago1:33:23

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This year, WHQR's Cape Fear Conversation series is taking a closer look at the four focus areas of the New Hanover Community Endowment. On this episode: health and social equity.By Camille Mojica

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S2, Ep.14 Ayurveda, Yoga, and Daily Life with Amy Landry 1:02:13

5M ago1:02:13

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In this episode, we explore the intersection of yoga and Ayurveda with Amy Landry. Amy, a global yoga teacher, mentor, and Ayurvedic practitioner, has shared her wisdom through renowned publications and sold-out retreats. She has focused on integrating Indian wisdom traditions into her daily life and we find out how she manages this balancing act. …

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Making the case for Port City United 55:40

5M ago55:40

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New Hanover County's anti-violence department — Port City United — has been mired in criticism and bad press, and will likely be shuttered at the end of June. But the social issues that inspired its creation still exist, so it's worth talking about where the program came from, the good work it did do, and what the future could hold.…

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Thousands of Black Women file Lawsuits claiming Hair Relaxers gave them Cancer 44:00

5M ago44:00

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Thousands of Black Women file Lawsuits claiming Hair Relaxers gave them Cancer; Black Lawmakers Reintroduce The CROWN Act to Ban Hair Discrimination - TheAHNShow with Historian & National Political Commentator Michael Imhotep 6-2-24 Thousands of African American Women have filed Lawsuits against hair relaxer companies after the U.S. National Instit…

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Outta Ink - Country Duo - Whatchu' Doin NC 21:09

6M ago21:09

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In celebration of this week's theme "We Going Country" on the Whatchu' Doin’ North Carolina podcast, I caught up with country duo, OUTTA INK and we had an amazing interview! Check it out, right here. The duo OUTTA INK are two brothers, Demario and Rashaad Byrd affectionately known as Keno and Mario. They are not just country singers, they are truly…

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'Bleach Blonde, Bad Built, Butch Body': Jasmine Crockett DESTROYS MGT 36:00

6M ago36:00

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'Bleach Blonde, Bad Built, Butch Body': Jasmine Crockett DESTROYS Marjorie Taylor Greene - Historian, Michael Imhotep on 'Roland Martin Unfiltered' 5-17-24 At a heated House Oversight Committee hearing Thursday night, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., insulted Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s appearance, accusing the Texas Democrat of having “fake eyelash…

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Diddy Seen ASSAULTING Cassie In Disturbing 2016 Video after Denying Incident 23:00

6M ago23:00

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Diddy Seen ASSAULTING Cassie In Disturbing 2016 Video after Denying Incident, THEN Apologizes - Historian, Michael Imhotep on 'Roland Martin Unfiltered' 5-17-24 (WATCH VIDEO) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UwmIxKSj-PY&t=12s The surveillance footage, compiled from multiple camera angles dated March 5, 2016, appears to show the rapper, producer and …

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A retired doctor says he nearly died at NHRMC. Now he's pushing for reform 1:02:35

6M ago1:02:35

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On this episode, it's a conversation with Jon Martell, a retired doctor and former hospital administrator who says he nearly died at New Hanover Regional Medical Center — not because of a mistake made by a nurse or doctor, but because of systemic issues at the hospital. The experience led him to found a new nonprofit to push for a safer, higher-qua…

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Transparency, accountability, and community: A conversation about the New Hanover Community Endowment with Harper Peterson 37:20

6M ago37:20

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Former state senator Harper Peterson recently founded Heal Our People's Endowment, a nonprofit that's calling on North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein to exercise more oversight and authority over the New Hanover Community Endowment. On this episode, we sit down to talk through his concerns — and what he'd like to see done about them.…

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