Your host is Mairi Campbell-Jack, long listed for the Crime Writing Associations debut dagger and a finalist on the Amazon Publishing New Voices Awards. Mairi guides you through the best of true crime and crime fiction podcasting and books. Regular reviews and guest interviews appear on the podcast and website, as well as a shop where you can buy reviewed books while supporting independent retailers and the pod. http://www.true-crime-fiction.com/podcast
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“Breaching the Chaos of the Church” is the phrase we use regarding the Body of Christ to acknowledge that there is both a problem - a gargantuan one - and a stunningly blessed Hope. If you’re fed up, sick and tired of “church” and “christian spirituality” - and we expect you are - and if you’re also gagging for the Coming King - and we hope you are - this podcast will be a timely prescription for you. Maranatha...Come, Lord Jesus!
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Libro.fm - A monthly series of interviews and conversations with authors, narrators, and book lovers from the Libro.fm team.
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Wales' leading independent think tank. We are a charity that acts as a catalyst to generate intelligent debate about Wales' future.
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1PDnD or "Single Player Dungeons and Dragons" is an actual play podcast of 5th Edition Dungeons & Dragons, linking together as many of the Wizards of the Coasts published adventures as possible in one campaign for one player.
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To celebrate World Book Day, well known Manx Radio personalities started reading some of their favourite stories available to download as a podcast.... and they continued to do so to help you sleep soundly.
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Pedagogy Matters is a podcast series from College Development Network (CDN). The episodes shine a light on pedagogy, breaking down the key aspects and how these can be realised in current practice, whether that be online delivery, face-to-face delivery, or a mixture of both. A conversational format with professionals from the college sector across the UK, sharing their views, experiences and insights across different elements of pedagogy, what it means to them and how they can be integrated ...
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As the climate crisis accelerates, how can artists’ residencies be testing grounds for new – and better – ways of living and working? This eight-part podcast series brings together artists, researchers and activists from across the Nordic region and Scotland to explore this question. Testing Grounds is presented by the Nordic Alliance of Artists’ Residencies on Climate Action (NAARCA), a collaboration between seven artists’ residencies. We’re working together to develop, test and communicate ...
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Hosted by award winning author Nancy Ruffin, The Nancy Ruffin show is where listeners come to get their weekly dose of faith, purpose and encouragement. Through personal anecdotes, storytelling and interviews Nancy demonstrates how reconnecting with God and rediscovering the power within are the key to turning obstacles into opportunities, trials into triumphs, and grit into glory by overcoming seemingly insurmountable challenges and succeeding in the process. Here, we're passionate about 3 ...
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In 2019, Scottish fiddle player Isla Ratcliff spent four wonderful months in Cape Breton, an island in Nova Scotia, on Canada's east coast, with a rich traditional music culture. Isla fell in love with the music, the people and the place. Her experiences there, and in neighbouring New Brunswick inspired her to release The Castalia, her debut album of traditional and self-composed fiddle music. In this series to accompany the album, Isla introduces us to the people she met in Nova Scotia and ...
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Hosted by Lissie Anglesey - A rural mum of 3 young boys. Mums on the Land - NZ is a podcast focusing on rural mums raising kids on the land in New Zealand. Each fortnight, a rural mum from somewhere in New Zealand will discuss everything from the highs, the lows, and everything in between of their life as rural farming mum. You will hear stories that will make you laugh, cry and share joy but most of all I hope this helps you know that you are NEVER alone.
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Do you have fun at work? Lynne Parker spent years working in public relations and marketing and although she was good at it she wasn’t having fun. Then somebody told her that women weren’t funny and the rest is history. Lynne created Funny Women in 2002 and it’s grown to become the leading community for female comedy empowering thousands of women to have a voice, through performing, writing and creating content. The celebrated Funny Women Awards are the beating heart of the community and man ...
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In this episode Stefan Baumann Talks With Patreon Students About nocturne paintings Why and how to paint a painting in the dark. Also, Stefan Baumann talks about Central Focal Point Free Book on painting. Click Here for a Free Book Available NOW the New Book Baumann's Ultimate Field Guide to Plein Air Painting Click Here If you would love to have an Art Coach : Call Me Stefan-415-606-9074 The Grand View’s coverage of Baumann’s treks encompasses every aspect of the park, focusing on local pla ...
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Calling for the Catastrophic from Canada (w/ Nick & Mairi) 🇨🇦🍁
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Send us a text This week we are recording Into the Pray from an island off the coast of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, where friends have blessed us with a time away from the United Kingdom. We are in the middle of producing the new book, God Closed Church, and will be producing related content about the pivotal importance of March 2020 while…
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Proof that John MacArthur is very wrong... ⚔️
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Send us a text Listen to proof that John MacArthur is very wrong and that the gifts of the Holy Spirit very much continue today. And yet cessationists won't even engage with the evidence in this video. You can watch this original video of this short podcast here. Dear All, Thank you for listening to Into the Pray, a podcast akin to a growing librar…
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In this episode, hosts Karen Farmer and Craig Silva chat with comedian, actor, and debut author Adrian Bliss. Adrian shares his journey from creating online comedy sketches to writing The Greatest Nobodies of History, which explores humorous and mostly factual stories of overlooked historical figures, such as Leonardo da Vinci’s ferret and Henry VI…
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What is art? This topic, which has puzzled philosophers for centuries.
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Join Stefan Baumann in a soul-stirring conversation on his podcast, where he dives deep with book club members into the age-old question, 'What is art?' This topic, which has puzzled philosophers for centuries, is explored through personal insights and stories. later, Stefan shares their artistic journeys, discussing the elusive yet profound nature…
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Send us a text Hello, hello The last part of our Burn Wild exploration into eco activism and eco terrorism references the follow films... If a tree falls: A story of the Earth Liberation Front. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qwQoi0DoOKM The Pipe: Documentary about the Shell to Sea protests in Co Mayo, Ireland https://vimeo.com/127543951 Silence wo…
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Emma Stark, are we deceived?🃏(Part 2 w/ Nick & Mairi)
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Send us a text Dear All, Thank you for listening to Into the Pray, a podcast akin to a growing library of voice-notes helping disciples of Christ around the world to breach the global chaos of the unfaithful Church...because Christ is coming and we are not ready. This episode of the Into the Pray today follows this YouTube video/exposé of the dire …
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Touch Move and inspire the world with your art a any age.
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Stefan Baumann passionately shares in his latest video that age is just a number when it comes to art. He empowers artists, young and old, to surpass their own expectations and start marketing their artwork today. It's a genuine call to embrace the present moment as the perfect opportunity to shine. Stefan calls every artist to Touch, Move and Insp…
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The Necessary Appeal of Jude (Unnoticed Lodgers)
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A Statement Concerning Pastor Chris Wickland
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A Prayer of Emergency (WW3 & World's End) 🆘🎥
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In this episode, Philomena Polefrone, PhD discusses her role in advocating for intellectual freedom through the ABA. The conversation touches on book bans, censorship, and the role of bookstores as spaces for activism. The discussion covers the history of book bans, grassroots organizing, and the legal challenges involved in defending diverse liter…
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Huda Fahmy (Yes I’m Hot in This) & Anna Hersh (Wild Rumpus) on Community, Creativity, and Youth Lit.
On today’s episode of the Libro.fm Podcast, we dive into literacy for young readers with graphic novelist Huda Fahmy and children’s bookshop owner Anna Hersh. We dive into school reading lists, storytime at bookshops, building confidence, the process of turning graphic novels into audiobooks, and even a mischievous cat with a knack for escaping in …
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Stop Painting on Canvas, A good hard look at cost verses quality that every artist should know!
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In his latest Patreon video, Stefan candidly explores the essentials of art supplies. He advises on smart purchasing decisions, revealing how some companies exploit artists financially. Stefan highlights why panels, like Masonite or MDF, often trump canvas in both quality and foundational art practices. Despite their lower cost, panels deliver supe…
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Art Marketing and Pricing with Stefan Baumann , Establishing your value and your value as an artist
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Dive into the exciting realm of art marketing and pricing with Stefan Baumann in our latest video! Stefan shares thrilling insights with a student from Baumann's book club on Zoom, exploring how to establish your worth as an artist and foresee the future value of your paintings. Don't miss out on this engaging discussion! Grab your free Journel Boo…
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Peacetime Church in Wartime World ⚔️
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172. Burn Wild part 2. Ecoterrorisim or eco-activisim?
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Send us a text Here is the very very late part 2 of Burn Wild. Apologies for the lateness, I explain this and some developments with TCF in the intro. Here are the links to some of the films we mention in the next episode: If a tree falls: A story of the Earth Liberation Front. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qwQoi0DoOKM The Pipe: Documentary about…
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IVF —NEW Series [preview] (w/ Nick & Mairi)
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The Pivotal Importance of March 2020 (w/ Nick & Mairi)
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Send us a text Dear All, Thank you for listening to Into the Pray, a podcast akin to a growing library of voice-notes helping disciples of Christ around the world to breach the global chaos of the unfaithful Church...because Christ is coming and we are not ready. What is your opinion about the events of March 2020 that included the Church? Are you …
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On today's episode of the Libro.fm Podcast, we chat with Mel Saavedra, the owner of Steamy Lit Bookstore and the driving force behind Steamy Lit Con. Mel discusses her deep passion for romance literature, the genre's growing popularity, and the importance of representation in romance novels. Mel also delves into her subscription service, the Steam …
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Send us a text Dear All, Thank you for listening to Into the Pray, a podcast akin to a growing library of voice-notes helping disciples of Christ around the world to breach the global chaos of the unfaithful Church...because Christ is coming and we are not ready. Despite being advertised as such, there is no YouTube version of this podcast but you …
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My Message to Justin Welby, Nicky Gumbel & HTB
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Send us a text Dear All, You can watch the original YouTube version of this here. Thank you for listening to Into the Pray, a podcast akin to a growing library of voice-notes helping disciples of Christ around the world to breach the global chaos of the unfaithful Church...because Christ is coming and we are not ready. Jesus issues a warning of gre…
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In order to save her very world Mairi & Co. have traveled the furthest away from home she’s ever been. They stole a SPELLJAMMING ship from Waterdeep’s most malicious crime boss and fought against the extratorilestrial GITHYANKI. ShTheye captured a prisoner and rescued the PRINCESS XENDALLI from a derelict MIND FLAYER SHIP, then rendezvoused with an…
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the welsh agenda - Living and Working in the Welsh Language - Episode 2: Victoria Kioi talks to Gabin Kongolo
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In this episode, Victoria Kioi, editor in residence at the welsh agenda, talks to actor Gabin Kongolo about the creative sector in Wales, learning Welsh later in life, his Congolese heritage, and navigating the creative industry. Gabin Kongolo is a poet and actor. His work includes film-poem Ndako and he was recently featured in Bariau (2024).…
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What's Coming Up? | IVF, Recognising Apostate Churches & War (w/ Nick & Mairi)
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In this special episode, we're reflecting on the first three years of NAARCA – exploring what’s been achieved, what the challenges have been, and where things might go next. We'll also be hearing about all the work that’s been going on within NAARCA, beyond what this podcast series has so far explored – including the role of the Eco Coordinator, th…
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11. LoX - EPISODE XI: GUARDIANS OF THE ASTRAL SEA
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Despite a commanding performance in the BLOODSPORT arena Mairi was unable to best the champions. No matter, however, as the heir apparent to the Empire, PRINCE XELETH swooped in on a RED DRAGON, incinerating the Mercane mercenary and demanding PRINCESS XENDALLI come with him to lend legitimacy to his coronation. The Princess agreed to go, but bough…
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In today's episode, we interview renowned horror author Stephen Graham Jones. We delve into his latest book, "I Was a Teenage Slasher," and explore his passion for the horror genre. Additionally, we discuss his journey from aspiring farmer to successful writer, and pick his brain for book and movie recommendations! READ TRANSCRIPT Use promo code: S…
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07. PB:SO - Mat Mapman in “Mutual Mass Mutation"
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Mat and Chance return to Phandelver and formulate a plan to retrieve the three remaining shards. But not everything is exactly as they left it. This episode was inspired in part by Phandelver & Below: The Shattered Obelisk 1PDnD is unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the mater…
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Mairi’s best chance of defeating the XARYXIAN EMPIRE is to bring together a coalition of disparate alien factions and unite them against a common foe under the rogue princess XENDALLI. All of the faction leaders are currently at the space station VOCATH. To impress them and better her chances of persuading them to join her cause, Mairi joined their…
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On today's episode of the Libro.fm Podcast, we chat with prolific and beloved audiobook narrator Natalie Naudus who shares her journey into the world of audiobooks. We discuss the challenges and rewards of the profession, including the process of bringing characters to life through voice. The episode provides an insider's look at the audiobook indu…
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Our Election Manifesto | feat. "Prophet Song" by Paul Lynch
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Send us a text Hello! Thank you for listening to Into the Pray, a podcast akin to a growing library of voice-notes helping disciples of Christ around the world to breach the global chaos of the unfaithful Church...because Christ is coming and we are not ready. Today's special General Election episode of the podcast considers the astonishing book by…
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06. PB:SO - Mat Mapman in “Mined Over Matter"
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Mat and Chance face-off with the head honcho at Zorzula’s Rest and learn some important information about why all these stones are going missing. This episode was inspired in part by Phandelver & Below: The Shattered Obelisk 1PDnD is unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the mat…
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171. Burn Wild, Ecoterrorism and eco-activisim: Part 1
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Send us a text TCF previously did a review of the podcast Burn Wild, but we've come back with a much more detailed look at eco-terrorism and eco-action. This is the first part of what will be a three part series. Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement Host: Clint McNear and Tyler Owen discussing topics, issues, and stories within the…
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2 Reasons Nigel Farage Would Make a Fantastic Church Leader 💣
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On today's episode of the Libro.fm Podcast, we sit down with Christine Bollow, co-owner and events manager for the DC based, community-oriented Loyalty Bookstore. We discuss the importance of book events to communities, Christine’s previous career in audiobooks, how Loyalty raises up young authors and marginalized voices, and our least favorite hou…
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In this episode of the Libro.fm Podcast, we interview Kalima DeSuze, the owner of Cafe con Libros, an intersectional feminist bookstore and coffee shop in Brooklyn, New York. Kalima discusses the challenges of running a bookstore, the importance of community support, and the decision-making process behind stocking books. She also talks about the po…
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The rumor of an anti-imperial coalition against the GITHYANKI of the dying star XARYXIS proved to be a red herring. However, the Giff veteran WARWICK BLASTOFF had an alternative strategy: to go to the nearby arms dealer VOCATH and ask him for a mercenary army to lead the assault. Now it’s up to Mairi to strike a bargain with the extra terrestrial a…
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On today's episode of the Libro.fm Podcast, we speak with Mairi Oliver, a bookseller and owner at Lighthouse Bookshop, a radical bookshop in Edinburgh, Scotland. We discuss the shop's mission as an unapologetically activist radical bookshop and its commitment to promoting diverse voices and fighting for social justice. We also talk about the shop’s…
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05. PB:SO - Mat Mapman in “You Know the Drill"
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Mat and Chance duel with the denizens of the duergar ruin. This episode was inspired in part by Phandelver & Below: The Shattered Obelisk 1PDnD is unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC…
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Send us a text Good morning to you all, Last night I received an email from a Christian in their latter years that distressed me greatly because it is representative of so much of the Body of Christ: claiming to be in Christ and yet also embracing, celebrating and rationalising false forms of prophecy and extra-biblical spirituality, all the while …
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Which doctrines are essential? (w/ Mairi & Nick)
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8. LoX - EPISODE VIII - MAIRI EFFECT
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Mairi met one of the multiverse’s most famed adventurers and father of a fan favorite hapless cartographer, ATLAS MAPMAN. He fed our heroes and took them to his orrery, where he gave them directions to the MOON OF ARUN, where the coalition contact WARWICK BLASTOV is trying to recruit the locals in the fight against Xarysia. Atlas also opened the my…
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170. The Fact of a Body: An Astounding True Crime Book by Alexandria Marzano-Lesnevich about forgiveness and the death penalty
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Send us a text Mairi thinks about the issues that are brought up by The Fact of a Body, an astounding book about forgiveness and the death penalty, She find that although it is a challenging read, it is one that digs deep. Support the showBy Mairi
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04. PB:SO - Mat Mapman in “Mess with the Rest"
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Mat and Chance venture to Zorzula’s Rest to rescue the Phandalin folk the glowing-handed goblins kidnapped! This episode was inspired in part by Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk 1PDnD is unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards …
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Wales: A Work in Progress - Episode 7: the Review of the UK Constitution, with Steph Coulter
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In the seventh episode of our series Wales: A Work in Progress, the IWA's Policy and External Affairs Manager Joe Rossiter talks to Steph Coulter from the Bennett Institute for Public Policy. Wales: A Work in Progress is the companion piece of our project on the constitutional future of Wales supported by the Legal Education Foundation. In this ser…
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7. LoX - EPISODE VII: HITCHHIKER’S GUIDE TO THE ASTRAL SEA
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While SPACE CLOWNS bombarded Mairi and crew aboard their ship CEPHALOBROAD Githyanki soldiers stowed away and broke the party’s prisoner, LIEUTENANT ZANTH from the brig. He made his way to the bridge intent on salvaging the silver sword of his late commanding officer and the MYSTERIOUS CRATE retrieved from the derelict Mind Flayer nautiloid. The fe…
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On today's episode of the Libro.fm Podcast, we sit down with NYT Bestselling author Claire Lombardo. We discuss her new book, Same As It Ever Was, as well as her previous novel, The Most Fun We Ever Had. We dive into her love for writing about family dynamics and the process of crafting realistic dialogue. She also shares what it’s like to be a boo…
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169. UPDATES: West Cork, Sycamore Gap and Constance Martin and Mark Gordon
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Send us a text This wee we have some updates for you on three cases we have previously covered. West Cork, Sycamore Gap and the trial of Constance Martin and Mark Gordon. At the end we've got the original episodes of West Cork and Sycamore Gap. Hope you all have a good weekend! Support the showBy Mairi
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Send us a text Hello! Thank you for listening to Into the Pray, a podcast akin to a growing library of voice-notes helping disciples of Christ around the world to breach the global chaos of the unfaithful Church...because Christ is coming and we are not ready. With reference to the pastoral words of Jesus in John 10, Nick briefly discusses the frig…
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