2024 WEBBY AWARDS HONOREE FOR BEST INDIE PODCAST! Accelerated Culture: The Rise of Alternative Music in the 80s and Beyond is a walk through an often-ignored bit of music history. We explore how new wave stormed the airwaves in the early 80s and gave way for the rise of alternative music. Find us on the web at AcceleratedCulturePodcast.com. Please note: The music clips included in this podcast fall under the ”Fair Use Doctrine” as defined by Section 107 of the Copyright Act. The law allows f ...
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Greg Webb shares the lifestyle habits that have worked for him over the years. His regular podcasts accompany The Webby Walks Channel on @YouTube
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That's Hysterical! Now, Get Out! | My Adenomyosis, Hysterectomy and Recovery Journey
Emily — Adenomyosis Warrior
Join Webby-nominated podcaster Emily Prokop as she candidly shares her personal journey with Adenomyosis, a uterine disorder known for causing pain and discomfort. From the initial OK to get the hysterectomy to the path of post-op and recovery, this podcast invites you into the raw, honest, and sometimes humorous moments that shape her story. ThatsHystericalPodcast.com @ThatsHystericalPodcast on IG/Threads LANGUAGE WARNING: EXPLICIT (DISCLAIMER) Please note that "That’s Hysterical! Now, Get ...
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Season 2 of The Black Kitchen Series: Innovators brings us all over the country as we attempt to find the chefs, farmers, healers, artists, organizers, historians, writers, and other brilliant Black innovators changing the face of food as we know it. Hosted by Jade Verette (@JadeOfAllJades), we interview 11 guests across 6 episodes, and cover topics like Black veganism, farming as a tool for liberation, the planet-saving powers of an underrated West African grain, and so much more. This seas ...
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Episode 48: Primus’ “Sailing the Seas of Cheese” (1991)
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“Here they come, Here come the bastards!” In our forty-eighth episode, we explore the 1991 classic “Sailing the Seas of Cheese.” It’s a quirky blend of funk, rock, and alternative metal, featuring Les Claypool’s distinctive bass playing and surreal lyrics. The album showcases Primus’ unique sound and has become a cult classic, including tracks like…
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Scott Free & Laurie introduce our upcoming episode on “Sailing the Seas of Cheese” (1991) by Primus. Look for it on Saturday, August 17th!By acceleratedculture
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Episode 47: My Bloody Valentine’s “Loveless” (1991)
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In this episode of Accelerated Culture, we dive into the mesmerizing world of My Bloody Valentine’s iconic 1991 album “Loveless.” Renowned for its groundbreaking blend of dreamy soundscapes and innovative guitar techniques, “Loveless” redefined the shoegaze genre and left an indelible mark on alternative music. We’ll explore the album’s complex pro…
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“I think I'm more worried about this not being the end of my pain and discomfort. That is something that I have to acknowledge, and that is there. But you know what? Most people, most professionals, me personally, the person in charge of this body, we all think this is a good idea, and we're going to go with that.” — Emily, UTERUS EVICTION DAY!!! >…
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“They're going to think I'm faking it. I have this feeling that I'm going to wake up and my uterus is going to be perfectly fine. It'll be like, This is a huge mistake. Huge mistake. What are you doing? I'm perfectly fine. It was maybe just a really bad gas bubble for five, six, seven years.” — Emily, 1(!) Day Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT …
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Episode 46: Nirvana’s “Nevermind” (1991)
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Nirvana’s landmark album “Nevermind,” released in 1991, is a cornerstone of the grunge movement and a pivotal moment in rock history. The trio, consisting of Kurt Cobain, Krist Novoselic, and Dave Grohl, created a raw yet melodic sound that captured the angst and disillusionment of a generation. Under the masterful production of Butch Vig, the albu…
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BONUS EPISODE: Weight Gain After Hysterectomy, Wrapping Up S2, Plus S3 Coming Soon!
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“My big goal with this podcast, with my hysterectomy, with dealing with adenomyosis was getting to the point where I could enjoy my body and it wasn't just painful to live day to day in it.” — Emily, 7 Months After Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpodcast SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpod…
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“I am the Emily. I speak for the uteruses. I have to cut out my uterus, but it's only to get rid of the adenomyosis that is attacking it. Sometimes these things hit all at once. I realize I'm really happy to be recording a podcast and talking to others who understand this, who probably have these same frustrations and perhaps for the first time is …
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“I was in bed, just writing my list, and I was just listing all the things that I loved about that moment. And it was all simple things that didn't cost anything. And it made my morning really nice, and it really did set me up for a good day.” — Emily, 2 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpodcast SU…
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We end our series on influential albums of 1990 with “X” by INXS. From the opening harmonica notes of “Suicide Blonde” to the dulcet tones of “Hear That Sound,” Scott Free & Laurie take you track by track through this dance-rock classic. We also discuss the band’s legendary July 13, 1991 show at Wembley Stadium which was filmed for the concert movi…
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“If I can finish everything up, tie up all the loose ends, and in a few days, I can check off the final thing on my to-do list and go into that operation content with how I spent my time feeling good and refreshed because I didn't burn myself out and fulfilled in a way where no matter what happens in the operation, I will feel like I did the best I…
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“I wish I could just put a big sign on me that says, ‘I'm three days away from a hysterectomy. I don't give a shi-t. I really f-king don't.’ Or ‘I'm three days away from surgery. My default answer is no parentheses, how f-king dare you?’” — Emily, 3 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpodcast SUPPORT…
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Episode 44: Happy Mondays’ “Pills ’n' Thrills and Bellyaches” (1990)
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CALL THE COPS! We continue our exploration into the year 1990 with the Happy Mondays’ genre-defining classic “Pills ’n' Thrills and Bellyaches.” The Mondays were at the forefront of the Madchester music scene, and the revelry of the music was only rivaled by Shaun and Paul Ryder’s mischief offstage. This is a longer episode, but it’s a fun one. We …
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Walkie-Walk Around the Blockie-Block to Get Over the Shocky-Shock of the Cost of the Oppy-Op
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“It's not like I wasn't expecting the bill. … We were expecting some extra debt. The number didn't throw us off completely, but it is quite a big number.” — Emily, 4 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW (and the some of the cost of the Oppy-Op, lol) https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpodcast SUPPORT THE SHOW (and the some of the cost o…
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“Having my 6-year-old bouncing off the walls on a day I need to do a lot more work might not be the best idea. But you know what? It just adds to ‘Finals Week.’ Like your friend in college who says, ‘Hey, I know you're studying for finals, but also it's $2 drink night down at Senior Ponchos. Let's f–ing go! Margaritas, wooo!’” — Emily, 4 Days Until…
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Episode 43: Sonic Youth’s “Goo” (1990)
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Sonic Youth’s 1990 album “Goo” is a seminal work in alternative rock, blending noise, punk, and pop elements into a distinctive sonic landscape. The album showcases the band’s experimental spirit and knack for crafting catchy melodies with dissonant guitars and unconventional song structures. Tracks like “Kool Thing” and “Dirty Boots” are standout …
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“When I'm singing, that is when I feel the most free. Not even when I'm on stage, just when I'm singing. I could be singing in the car and I could be belting at the top of my lungs something that I know. Or if I'm in choir and I'm singing something that we've practiced over and over again and I know the parts where we get loud and the parts where t…
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“I've had to explain [Adenomyosis] so often and in an “elevator pitch” way so that people don't just discount it as, “Oh, mystery illness.” It's like, No, this is a uterine condition. It causes these things. This we know. And if you've never heard of it before, now you did. So we can stop saying, “Well, we're not going to research it because no one…
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Episode 42: My Life With The Thrill Kill Kult’s “Confessions of a Knife” (1990)
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This week, we continue exploring the alternative music of 1990 with sex, drugs, and Satan: Chicago industrial rockers My Life With The Thrill Kill Kult and their album “Confessions of a Knife.” Join us as we ride the mindway! *********************** NEW BONUS CONTENT FOR PATREON SUBSCRIBERS! If you like what we do at Accelerated Culture Podcast, pl…
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“If I stay up late, there's a good chance my adenomyosis is going to flare up. It does not like staying up late. And it will let me know it's time to go to bed. It will cramp up to the point of nausea. Either that or I sleep through it every night and it's just something that happens. But I don't know. I don't know. I can't explain my body or Adeno…
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Scott Free, our cohost with the most, introduces our upcoming episode. Look for it on Saturday, May 25th!By acceleratedculture
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BONUS EPISODE: More Spoilers, Listener Feedback, and Info on Seasons 2 and 3
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“You'll hear me in later episodes get bitter and jaded a bit about podcasting and the podcasting space. But these messages, this feedback, hearing from listeners, hearing from people who are finding the podcast and who are finding the podcast helpful, that, that is what keeps me coming back to the microphone over and over again, creating podcasts, …
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“That's one of those fears I'm fighting with is, Well, is the pain going to be worse? Will it get better? Will it get better? The other thing is, Is my gas just painful? Am I just not going to the right doctor? Oh, all the questions and the doubts and everything.” — Emily, 5 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/that…
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“I think I'm going to make the list of those things that I would do every single day if I could. Those things that I wouldn't get sick of that would always bring me joy. The things that if I were told I wasn't able to do them anymore, I would be heartbroken.” — Emily, 6 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshyst…
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My T-Break Becomes a Tea Break - A Surprising Turn of Events
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“As soon as you say surgery, out come the concerned faces. I don't want people to be concerned for me. I'm relatively excited about this! It's fun to give them that alleviation of, ‘No, no, no, this is a good thing!’” — Emily, 7 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpodcast…
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Episode 41: The Charlatans’ “Some Friendly” (1990)
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“Some Friendly,” released by The Charlatans in 1990, is a timeless blend of alternative rock and Madchester vibes, capturing the essence of the era. With its jangly guitar melodies and swirling organ sounds, the album embodies the euphoria and energy of the early '90s music scene. Tracks like “The Only One I Know” and “Then” showcase the band's dis…
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“I love you, normies. I try so hard to fit into the world that you have created, but alas, we need accommodations and hysterectomies. Accommodations and hysterectomies.” — Emily, 7 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpodcastBy Emily Prokop
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“Oh, my gosh, these are so amazing. These make my legs and my thighs feel completely different. Wow. Is this what it's like when there's blood circulating? It was like I found another tool for adenomyosis. I even had that quick thought in my head of, did I just need compression socks this whole time?” — Emily, 8 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> S…
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Family, we’ve missed you! Thank you all so much for tuning into season 2 of the podcast. We’re so honored we got to amplify these stories of the Black innovators changing the face of food. All the love you’ve shown us has gotten us nominated for a Webby Award! *insert air horns* We’re up for Best Branded Podcast, and to win the People’s Voice Award…
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Episode 40: Cocteau Twins’ “Heaven or Las Vegas” (1990)
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This week’s album deep dive is a fan request: “Heaven or Las Vegas” by Cocteau Twins is a mesmerizing sonic journey characterized by ethereal vocals, lush instrumentation, and dreamlike atmospheres. Released in 1990, it remains a quintessential shoegaze and dream pop masterpiece, renowned for its otherworldly soundscapes and Elizabeth Fraser’s ench…
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“My husband and I are at this point of, Hey, we know that the next few weeks are going to be shitty. Let's have a really good ‘f--- it all’ day. In ‘Parks and Rec’-speak, it would be a ‘Treat Yo' Self’ day.” — Emily, 9 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpodcast SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/tha…
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Calculating the Spoons Needed for Mom Mode
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“If I'm moving, I'll stay warm. But also if I'm moving, I might not notice as much pain as I'm in until I sit down and then I realize, Oh, my gosh, I can't move for the rest of the day. I've used up all my spoons.” — Emily, 11 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpodcast SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi…
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Episode 39: World Party’s “Goodbye Jumbo” (1990)
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With the recent passing of singer, songwriter & multi-instrumentalist Karl Wallinger on March 10, 2024, we thought it appropriate to revisit his 1990 album “Goodbye Jumbo.” In its blending of diverse musical styles with socially-conscious themes, the album remains a timeless classic and a fitting tribute to Mr. Wallinger. ************************ N…
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The Big Cleaning Energy That Comes After My Period
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“I think I'm feeling good. I'm still a little nervous. I can't shake the nerves. And you know what? I think I need to radically accept that those nerves and that anxiety is going to be with me. It's probably not going to get easier as we get closer to surgery. I keep thinking I'll get used to the idea. Give me some time to get used to the idea. And…
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Procrasti-Cleaning to Delay Doing the Other Important Stuff
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“Currently, the countdown is twelve days. Twelve days. So it's getting more real and time is going both very slowly and faster than I would like it to go as far as my to-do list.” — Emily, 12 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpodcast SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpodcast…
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Episode 38: Depeche Mode’s “Violator” (1990) with Special Guest Cohost Scott Free
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This week, we move into a new decade & delve into the iconic Depeche Mode album “Violator,” a seminal work released in 1990 that marked a significant evolution in the band's sound. Join us as we dissect the album track by track, uncovering the raw emotions, innovative synth-driven compositions, and introspective lyrics that have solidified its stat…
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Cutting Back on Cannabis — It’s Not Going Well
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“I keep thinking if I didn't have to deal with this stupid pain in my uterus right now, I could deal with everything else. And maybe that's not true. Maybe that's just the excuse I'm telling myself. But everything is a lot more irritating when I feel like I have a 15-pound rock in between my hips, pushing out, making me feel pregnant.” — Emily, 13 …
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“I will not be capable of 100% Mom Mode that I've been in. And I can't even say 100% because I'll tell you, Adenomyosis, my period, PMS, they knock me out. So there are days where I am parenting from a couch or parenting from bed, and it sucks. And I don't even feel like 100% a parent. I feel like I'm doing the 100% I can do for that day.” — Emily,…
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Episode 37: The Pixies’ “Doolittle” (1989) with Special Guest Cohost Scott Free
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In this episode, we explore the influential soundscape of the Pixies’ 1989 album “Doolittle.” We unpack how this album shattered boundaries in the alternative rock scene of the late '80s with its raw energy and thought-provoking lyrics. Join us as we unravel the layers of its distinct sonic palette, dissecting its impact on music then and now.…
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BONUS EPISODE: Listener Feedback + THNGO Spoilers!
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** Want to reach out and send feedback? Email ThatsHystericalPodcast(@)gmail.com or @thatshystericalpodcast on Instagram** In This Episode: Welcome to this bonus episode! Sharing some listener feedback and answering questions Spoilers! If you were looking for a hysterectomy horror story, you’re not going to find it here. Everything went well and I’…
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Upcoming Surgery Means Fewer $#!+s to Give
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“It's less than two weeks away. I have said to my family, I have zero shits for anything other than getting ready for this, for getting my business in order, for getting my work done, for getting the house ready for recovery. For getting me ready for recovery. I have zero shits.” — Emily, 13 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https…
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“I'm a curious person, and I've gotten to the point where I'm just going to ask now. I'm just going to ask about this stuff because it's my body. She was taking photos of my body. I should be able to see them, right?” — Emily, 14 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpodcast SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko…
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Episode 36: The Cure’s “Disintegration” (1989) with Special Guest Cohost Scott Free
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This week, we dissect the layers of melancholy introspection and sonic experimentation that define The Cure’s iconic 1989 album “Disintegration.” From the haunting opening notes of “Plainsong” to the brooding depths of the title track, we delve into each song’s emotional resonance and artistic evolution, from the lush atmospheric textures to the in…
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** Share your Hysterectomy Story on That’s Hysterical! Now, Get Out! ** In This Episode: Welcome to this bonus episode! Find out when Season 2 will be released Information about future seasons How to share your story on the podcast Disclaimer: This podcast is based on personal experience and should not be taken as medical advice. Resources are prov…
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Nick Egan returns to Accelerated Culture this week to discuss his storied career as an award-winning director of music videos. This week, he shares with us behind-the-scenes tales about working with Duran Duran, Alanis Morissette, and Oasis. Want to know what happened when Nick and two A-list rock stars went to Disneyland? Download this episode now…
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Episode 34: Nick Egan interview (part 1)
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We begin the New Year with the first of a two-part interview with legendary artist & video director Nick Egan! In this first half, Nick discusses the art college scene during the heyday of punk rock in the late 1970s and his creating album covers for The Clash, Dexys Midnight Runners, Bow Wow Wow, Malcolm McLaren, Iggy Pop, and INXS. Nick also shar…
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Our next episode comes out in one week (Jan. 6). In the meantime, listen to this end-of-year message from Laurie & Rob. And be sure to check out our website at acceleratedculturepodcast.com. Best wishes for a happy & prosperous 2024! "Ethernight Club" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http:/…
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Episode 33: Tears for Fears’ “The Seeds of Love” (1989)
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In this podcast episode, the spotlight is on Tears For Fears’ iconic album “The Seeds Of Love.” The hosts delve into the making of the album, exploring its unique sound, lyrical themes, and the band’s artistic evolution. They discuss the impact of tracks like “Sowing the Seeds of Love” and “Advice for the Young at Heart,” providing insights into th…
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Fishing for the Fallen Menstrual Cup (IYKYK)
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“If somebody starts talking about, “Oh, I'm thinking of going to the menstrual cup.” I'll be like, “Oh, my gosh, it's so great! I love it! I love it! It's so great … Except for when you drop it in the toilet and you have to get it.” — Emily, 15 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpodcast SUPPORT THE …
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Productivity, Distractibility, and Finally Getting to that “Someday”
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“This upcoming hysterectomy is giving me a real kick in the ass as far as productivity. And also it's exciting that I get to take a look at my business and I've been seeing where I've come from.”” — Emily, 15 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpodcast SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshysteric…
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