Best Manali Podcasts (2024)

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Following your passion: Manali Yavatkar's journey from AI to sustainability 36:36

3d ago36:36

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Send us a Text Message. In this discussion, Manali Yavatkar, founder and CEO of Palm, talks about her journey from being an AI developer to creating a sustainable future with the Palm Bin—an innovative composting appliance. The episode highlights the massive food waste issue in the U.S. and how Palm Bin addresses common composting challenges such a…

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Flesh & Blood by Manaly Talukdar 16:32

22d ago16:32

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A story that explores the conflict between light and dark, good and evil, and the uncertainty sometimes of which is which. Manaly Talukdar was chosen as a finalist for her short fiction "Where is Grandpa?" in "The League of POETS" Weekly Contest (Week 1). She has been featured in Wilderness House Literary Review, Across The Margin, BlazeVOX Journa…

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Ep. 270: The Dance Eternal by Kevin Hogg 17:52

18h ago17:52

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Two friends meet in an abandoned barn and dance the night away. What will come the next night? Kevin Hogg is a high school English and Law teacher in British Columbia's Rocky Mountains. He holds a Master of Arts degree from Carleton University and is a longtime Chicago Cubs fan. Outside of writing, Kevin enjoys Lime Pepsi, grapefruit juice, and lem…

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The Ghost in the IKEA Store by Ken Foxe 21:29

8d ago21:29

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Why would a ghost haunt a sterile, modern IKEA store? And how do you send them on their way? Ken Foxe is a writer and transparency activist in Ireland. He is the author of two non-fiction books based on his journalism and likes to write short stories of horror, SF, and speculative fiction. Previous Stories: www.kenfoxe.com/short-stories/ Twitter: w…

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Reviving Hydrogen: A Conversation with Matt Krayton on the Future of Clean Energy 44:14

12d ago44:14

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Send us a Text Message. In this discussion, Matt Krayton, Communication Lead at the Mid Atlantic Clean Hydrogen Hub (Mach 2), outlines the resurgence of the hydrogen economy, fueled by a $7 billion bipartisan infrastructure law initiative. Mach 2 aims to establish seven regional clean hydrogen hubs, aiding sectors like heavy industry, transportatio…

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The Darkness Beyond the Farm Back Gate by Tim Law 11:15

15d ago11:15

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On a family farm in Australia, the back gate on a farm opens to a mysterious world. It’s all fun and games until… Tim lives with his family in Southern Australia in a little town called Murray Bridge. He is pretty sure that the Library where he works is haunted, although it is quite new so he is still trying to figure out why. Tim is starting to di…

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Designing our life: Shaping your life with Human Design with Olivia Owens 52:01

19d ago52:01

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Today on the Giving You Everything Podcast, we are veering off of the reality TV conversation slightly as we are joined by passionate coach and Human Design enthusiast, Olivia Owens to discuss how you can shape your life with human design. Tuning in, you’ll hear all about Olivia’s incredible career; including her Forbes 30 under 30 title, her reali…

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Ep.56 Professional Swimmers Bharat Sachdeva & Shaaswat Sharma Share What It Takes To Swim 32KM NON-STOP In The Indian Ocean 1:28:13

25d ago1:28:13

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Bharat Sachdeva & Shaaswat Sharma created history by swimming for swimming for almost 8hours cross from Sri Lanka to India. Coming from a professional swimming background, they both share their incredible experiences and more importantly their experience of swimming across the mythological Ram Setu bridge route. From Preparation to Execution, how d…

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Life Updates: My Diabetic Story, Career Transition, and Content Creation 11:05

1M ago11:05

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Send us a Text Message. A lot has been going on for me, and I wanted to give you a look into what is going on. First things first, I did a video a while back about some health problems that I was having. I was having some strange Premature Ventricle Contractions that took me to a cardiologist. The cardiologist was concerned about my high blood pres…

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Empty Night by Rick McQuiston 17:43

29d ago17:43

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Three people are trapped in a house surrounded by ghosts. They know intuitively that the ghosts are to be avoided, but why? And what happens if the ghosts get inside? Rick McQuiston is a horror fanatic who has been writing for over 25 years. He's had over 400 publications so far and is currently under contract with Raven Tale Publications for sever…

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The New Rules of SEO: Succeeding in an AI-Driven World 41:30

1M ago41:30

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Send us a Text Message. AI is changing everything, and that is very apparent in the marketing space. Google is seen a big shift in their business as people start to just ask the AI rather than search on Google. And, Google is pivoting fast to try to keep up. So how do you get your message out. Hey everybody, this is Chris Brandt here with another F…

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Ep.55 Meera Velankar On: How She Scaled 10+ Highest Passes on Tandem 33:53

1M ago33:53

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If you thought riding up passes and going on multiday self-supported rides for difficult, Meera Velankar takes things up a notch higher by creating Guinness World record-breaking events on a tandem! On this episode of Hit The Road, listen to Meera's take on why she wants to take such bold challenges, her obsession with crossing world tallest 14 pas…

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Ep. 265: Grandma's Cooking and Other Poems by Holly Payne-Strange 8:30

1M ago8:30

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Payne-Strange molds a family recipe, travel to Venice, a beloved doll and a love affair into disgusting and horrifying incidents that leave you fearful and content, happy to have gone on the journey. Holly Payne-Strange is a novelist, poet and podcast creator. Her writing has been lauded by USA Today, LA weekly and The New York Times. Additionally,…

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The Magicians Assistant by Michael Fowler 19:55

1M ago19:55

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A down-on-his luck magician finds an assistant with skills and tricks he could only aspire to have. But, just what kind of magician is she? Michael Fowler is a humor and science fiction writer living in Ohio. You can read "The Magician's Assistant" at https://www.kaidankaistories.com. Website: kaidankaistories.com Follow us on: Twitter/X Instagram …

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Come Gentle Night by Roly Andrews 29:44

2M ago29:44

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A miserable Monsignor banished to the Philippines is asked to perform a secret marriage between a human and an Aswan or vampire. Is the match made in heaven? hell? or on Earth? Roly Andrews lives in Nelson, NZ, in his spare time he enjoys tramping. After many years of practising, he is still trying to learn to play the trombone! A champion for ever…

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The Power of Public-Private Partnerships in Revitalizing U.S. Manufacturing 38:35

2M ago38:35

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Send us a Text Message. Healthcare, the climate, geopolitical factors, and global supply chain impacts have recently brought domestic manufacturing back to the forefront of national interest. The US government is investing in manufacturing at levels not seen since the Cold War. Today we’re going to talk about industrial policy, manufacturing innova…

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Through the Shadow Glass by Arpad Nagy 22:54

2M ago22:54

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Some children explore the strange movement and reflections in a mirror. Is it a recently deceased loved one saying their last goodbyes or something more sinister? Arpad Nagy is a 50yr old proud Hungarian Canadian throwback romantic man who loves to write. After sustaining work injuries and being relegated to desk work, he dove into writing and has …

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Fixing the Broken Healthcare System: How Design Principles Can Help 49:11

2M ago49:11

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Send us a Text Message. We have talked a lot about healthcare on this podcast, and we have heard a lot of good ideas for making healthcare better, but sometimes it isn't about fixing the one big thing, but the thousands of smaller things that are broken. Hey everybody, this is Chris Brandt, here with another FUTR podcast. Today I have with me Dr. C…

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Burn by Nathan Perrin (revised version) 20:09

2M ago20:09

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Firemen know fire, they control it, and they deal with whatever a fire throws at them--until that something is a ghost from the past. "Nathan Perrin (he/him/his) is a writer and Anabaptist pastor in Chicagoland. He holds an MA in Quaker Studies, and is a doctoral student studying Christian Community Development at Northern Seminary. His doctorate w…

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All About the Finances: Understanding the Art of Money while Watching Couples Therapy with Bari Tessler 58:33

2M ago58:33

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If you’re looking for traditional money management advice, there are plenty of books, guides, and gurus out there. However, if you’re craving a deeper, more creative approach to money, you’re in the right place! Today’s guest is Bari Tessler, a financial therapist and pioneer in the financial therapy field. Her books, group programs, private financ…

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Your Inner Voice : Turn up the volume with Shillpi Joshi 1:53:39

2M ago1:53:39

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In this enlightening episode of Un~masked, host Bindhu Unny delves into the journey of self-discovery, purpose, and healing with Shillpi Joshi. Shillpi shares her personal journey of finding purpose, highlighting the role of mentors and the importance of reading the signs that the universe presents. The conversation explores the practice of raising…

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Inside a Unique Chicago VC Firm: TechNexus' Bespoke Approach 35:10

2M ago35:10

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Send us a Text Message. Every VC firm is a bit different, today I want to focus on one that is looking to pair institutional investments with specifically targeted companies. Best of all, they are based here in Chicago, which I love. Hey everybody, this is Chris Brandt, here with another FUTR podcast. Today I have with us Kaitlyn Doyle Vice Preside…

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Ep. 260: Site 23 by James Rumpel 11:58

2M ago11:58

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A family is warned to leave their campsite or suffer the consequences. Will they heed the warning? If not, what are the consequences? James Rumpel is a retired high school math teacher who has greatly enjoyed spending some of his free time turning a few of the odd ideas circling his brain into stories. He lives in Wisconsin with his wonderful wife,…

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Enhancing Patient Experiences with Empathetic, Animated, AI-Powered Avatars 34:08

2M ago34:08

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Send us a Text Message. Healthcare in the US is full of deep-rooted inequality and systemic flaws. How do we improve the system as it falls further into chaos and people are leaving the profession. Today we are going to talk with a company working to solve these problems Hey everybody, this is Chris Brandt, here welcome to another FUTR podcast. Tod…

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SEALAB IV by Stephen A Roddewig 23:49

3M ago23:49

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Scientists exploring the deep sea encounter unexplained phenomena. Unexplained until they meet the perpetrator. Is it friend or foe? Stephen A. Roddewig is an award-winning storyteller and playwright from Virginia (USA). He won second place in the 2023 Vocal Painted Prose challenge, and his stories are featured in Abyss & Apex, Diet Milk Magazine, …

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Cybersecurity in 2024: AI's Impact on Data Protection & Recovery 41:59

3M ago41:59

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Send us a Text Message. 2024 is going to be an interesting year. Already we are seeing cyberattacks ramp up in severity and frequency, so what should we expect? Hey everybody, this is Chris Brandt, here with another FUTR podcast. Today we have with us Anthony Spiteri, Regional CTO for data protection heavy weight, Veeam and host of the Great Things…

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A Wake by S. E. Will 21:08

3M ago21:08

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Today’s character is certain that her fiancee’s mother doesn’t like her. But when the mother dies just a few hours after announcing the engagement, what does that mean for her relationship? Is she to blame for the family matron’s untimely death? And will she still get the family heirloom ring? S.E. Will lives in the Midwest, where she writes about …

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The State of Employment in 2024: Insights and Strategies for Success from HR Guru Andrew Bartlow 43:14

3M ago43:14

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Send us a Text Message. Any leader will tell you that the people are the most important part of a successful organization. But how do you find those people and how do you keep them happy and motivated. Today we are talking with someone who can help us answer that question, so stay tuned Hey everybody, this is Chris Brandt, here with another FUTR po…

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Night Bus by Rick Sherman 13:32

3M ago13:32

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If you lose a child, the sight of a school bus can rip your grief wide open. But what does it mean when a school bus shows up in the middle of the night? Rick Sherman (he/him) is a retired award-winning Magician/Mentalist living in the manicured suburbs of Long Island, New York. Finding himself with a surfeit of free time he has turned to writing w…

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Time to give you everything: My own raw story, journey, and why I do what I do 21:13

3M ago21:13

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Tuning in today, Victoria tells her own story. She removes all the layers and tells you how she came to be! From the good things to the hard things. And she touches on how that shapes in purpose, her path, and what she does today! Key Points From This Episode Welcoming listeners to a solo podcast today! An overview of my upbringing, over-achieving …

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Godmother Death by Allister Nelson 25:01

3M ago25:01

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A man goes in search of a godly godparent for his newborn daughter. But, when humans and gods form relationships, does the human always get what they want? Allister Nelson is an avid fan of fantasy romance, world mythology, and writing! She is a Pushcart Prize nominee, Tea Witch, armchair occultist, cult aficionado, Taylor Swift Truther, and big ti…

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Failure is not an Option: Inside the early days of Resactly with Fisayo Oluwadiya 38:28

3M ago38:28

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Send us a Text Message. Today we are going to do something a little different. We are talking to a tech company, but this one is at a very early stage. So I want to find out what is like for a woman of color to build a tech startup from the ground up. Stay tuned Hey everybody, this is Chris Brandt, here with another FUTR podcast. Today we have with…

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Ep. 245: Scattered Hauntings by Simina Lungu 12:44

4M ago12:44

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Today’s character attracts the supernatural. But why? To introduce strange creatures to the world? Or because a horrible fate awaits? Simina Lungu is a speculative fiction writer currently residing in Timisoara, Romania. She has several short stories published in places such as Night Picnic, CommuterLit, or Dark Fire Fiction. Her writings explore p…

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The Single Business Life: Pivoting from tech operations to building your own coaching business with a little obsession for 90 Day Fiance The Single Life w/ Ashley Rudolph 52:57

4M ago52:57

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Calling all leaders ready to revolutionize their business operations and leadership skills through coaching and consulting! Join Victoria as she sits down with Ashley Rudolph, a seasoned Performance Coach with over 15 years of experience as both an operator and executive, including a decade in the tech industry. Ashley's mission is to infuse energy…

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Risky Business: An American Entrepreneur's Journey Through China's Economic Evolution 51:12

4M ago51:12

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Send us a Text Message. China has maintained an impressive growth trajectory for many years now, lifting millions from poverty, but the growth can't continue forever. We are seeing a slowing economy and trouble in the housing market. What can we make of it and where is China headed. Today we are going to talk to someone who was doing business in Ch…

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In Conversation with Tanvi Pinjarkar on BRAND MANUALS 22:10

4M ago22:10

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Welcome to this episode of the podcast where we delve into the intricacies of branding and marketing. In this episode, your host Tanvi Pinjarkar leads a riveting discussion with esteemed brand strategist Bejoy Peter, as they unravel the mysteries of brand manuals. Join Tanvi and Bejoy as they explore the significance of brand manuals in shaping the…

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Poetry by Rhonda Parrish 12:46

4M ago12:46

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Five poems--"Doorways," "Hush," "Journeys," "She Laughed," and "The Last Time I Was Here"-- that journey into the afterworld and the feelings of curiosity, discovery, revenge and acceptance experienced by the living and the dead. Like a magpie, Rhonda Parrish is constantly distracted by shiny things. She’s the editor of many anthologies and author …

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Women Navigating a Career Path in Data & Tech: Insights from Lindsay Murphy 38:09

4M ago38:09

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Send us a Text Message. In this AI age we are living in, the importance of having women in roles of leadership is more important than ever, but how do we make the path to leadership more straightforward. Stay tuned. Hey everybody, this is Chris Brandt, here with another FUTR podcast. Today we have with us Lindsay Murphy who is host of the Women Lea…

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Fox Hunt by Linda A Gould 15:50

4M ago15:50

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"Fox Hunt" first appeared in Commuter Lit on September 27, 2022 In Japan, foxes are messengers for the god of agriculture. In today’s story, a farmer hates foxes and spends his life hunting them with his dog trained for the hunt. So, how is it that he remains wealthy and unpunished for killing his god's favorite animal? Linda Gould is an American w…

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Oldest Sister Success: Building a creative growth marketing agency for cool brands, while watching Kourtney and Kim Take Miami w/ Manali Hanamsagar of Matai Agency 54:46

4M ago54:46

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Finding a way to use your voice in your brand, embrace your circle of control, and build genuine connections in your network are all challenges that are vital to your success as an entrepreneur. In this episode of the Giving You Everything Podcast, Manali Hanamsagar joins us to talk all things Kardashians, how she keeps up with them, her favorite K…

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The House by Maia Brown-Jackson 19:14

4M ago19:14

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Small acts of love and beauty can make the difference between wanting to die and wanting to live. In this case, the help comes from an unexpected source. Maia Brown-Jackson is a symphony of papercuts, banged-up knees, and stubborn determination. She believes in the altruism of strangers, the power of direct action, and the use of the Oxford comma. …

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The Perfect Homogeny by Hana Carolina 12:25

5M ago12:25

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What does it mean to come from "the longest and purest royal bloodline in history?" Hana Carolina is a pseudonym of an Edinburgh-based creative and academic writer. Born in Poland, she moved to Scotland and studied literature, film and television for many years. Since then, she has been working as a tutor, interpreter, and researcher, and publishin…

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So in Love with Sophy: Building a Matchmaking Business While Enjoying Indian Matchmaking w/ Sophy Love 1:01:05

5M ago1:01:05

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It’s the week after Valentine’s Day and we are jumping into a conversation with professional matchmaker and conscious dating coach, Sophy Singer. Sophy has built her matchmaking business, Sophy Love since 2018. She has a passionate, bold, intuitive, and loving approach to matchmaking, which visibly flourishes in her business! Join us as we dive int…

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Ep. 240: Where They Look Away by Geoffrey Marshall 54:49

5M ago54:49

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A psychic is hired to perform at an exclusive hotel. When he encounters a sad and lonely ghost, he thinks love is all the ghost needs to be released from our world. But something else is keeping the sad ghost and others from moving on. Geoffrey Marshall is a writer in Aurora, Canada. He knows just enough to be dangerous (mostly to himself) in sever…

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When Career and Caregiving Collide: Incredible Women from Married to Medicine and Building a Business from Life's Journeys w/ Jessica Guthrie 55:11

5M ago55:11

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It's officially Season 2! The collision between caregiving and building a career is a challenge increasingly faced by many, and today’s guest saw a gap in the system. She’s on a mission to shift the status quo of caregiving. Joining Victoria on the podcast today is a Jessica Guthrie, a full-time millennial caregiver of her mother who is living with…

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Grow Your Business With SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMISATION 19:19

5M ago19:19

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Join Bejoy Peter as he delves into the intricate world of Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) with Agrim Yog. In this captivating episode, Bejoy unravels the mysteries behind boosting online visibility and driving organic traffic through effective SEO strategies. From decoding search engine algorithms to leveraging keywords and optimising content, the…

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The Gables by Claude Chabot 27:03

5M ago27:03

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After WWII, an injured man plans to recuperate at a countryside manor where he has a strange encounter. Claude Chabot has published five short stories and has produced and directed four radio plays based on his own stories. One of them, an adaptation of his own ghost story, was aired on public radio worldwide. He has also completed a collection of …

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Reality Gold: Leaning into Being 100% of Yourself, First Season Finale Pt. 2 w/ Victoria Whittaker 20:41

5M ago20:41

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Peeling back parts of ourselves, to expose our authentic true selves, can oftentimes be scary and does take some (hard) work and time. But the sharing and vulnerability can create spaces where people can feel truly loved and accepted. Welcome to part two of our season one finale, the finale of the finale, if you will! In part one, Victoria gives li…

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Bemoaning Ghost of War by Akira Odani 14:27

5M ago14:27

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A young man suffers for his father's sins. Born in Tokyo and educated at ICU in Japan and Brown University in the United States, Akira Odani wrote for many years for the Japanese media. Today, his interest has turned to writing in English and subjects related to his experiences interacting with the two cultures. He is a member of the Florida Writer…

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Reality Gold: Season One Finale Part 1 29:45

5M ago29:45

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We’ve hosted some incredible women who have shared stories and insights from their amazing journeys in life, entrepreneurship, and reality TV viewing! As our first season draws to a close, we’re finishing with a two-part series reflecting on the highlights, and some things to check out in case you missed them, or want to revisit them! We touch on v…

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