Best Alice Levine Podcasts (2025)

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Nicaea — The conference that changed the world 54:06

1d ago54:06

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At the Council of Nicaea 1700 years ago bishops from across the Christian world gathered to settle a theological showdown that rocked the fledgling religion: Who was Jesus — a perfect human? Or God himself? Or something else? What they decided would become the very foundation of the Christian faith itself, and would shape art, religion and culture …

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The Dirty Duchess | Heirs and Affairs | 2 51:35

3d ago51:35

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Margaret refuses to be burnt twice. She has already sunk her fortune into a castle she can never inherit. So, as her marriage crumbles, the Duchess goes to extreme lengths to secure what’s rightfully hers. Do you have a suggestion for a scandal you would like us to cover? Or perhaps you have a question you would like to ask our hosts? Email us at b…

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Listen Now: Dying for Sex 5:52

5d ago5:52

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A Wondery original podcast so compelling it was reimagined for TV starring Michelle Williams, Jenny Slate, Sissy Spacek, and more… When Molly's diagnosed with stage IV breast cancer, she decides to do something bold: she leaves her unhappy marriage and embarks on a series of sexual adventures to help her feel alive. She shares the funniest and most…

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The Sufi soundtrack to outback Australia 54:05

8d ago54:05

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Sufism, also known as Islamic mysticism, can be found in all kinds of unexpected places — like Broken Hill, a rural town in far west New South Wales. Sufi music has a special place in the history of Central Australia, and is still played in the desert region, attracting attention and acclaim from Sufis throughout the world.…

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The Dirty Duchess | Divorcée to Duchess | 1 51:09

10d ago51:09

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Margaret Sweeney is rich, beautiful, and keeping London's eligible bachelors very, very busy. Cast out of high society after her divorce, she's enjoying an unapologetically active sex life. But when the Duke of Argyll offers to make her his Duchess, she glimpses a delicious revenge: ruling over the very society that rejected her. Do you have a sugg…

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Listen Now: Don’t Cross Kat 5:56

11d ago5:56

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Kat Torres has the insta-perfect life. She is rich, gorgeous and not ashamed to share it. Her posts about witchcraft and “alien baths” drew in over a million followers, all chasing the dream of a lifestyle like hers. But as she gathers more followers around her, the secrets beneath her fame grow darker and more dangerous. One woman sets out to brin…

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Thatcher's Favourite Fraudster | Asil Nadir’s Escape Pilot Speaks Out | 4 32:30

15d ago32:30

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When Peter Dimond, the man who orchestrated Nadir's 1993 evasion from British justice, got in touch, Matt and Alice had to hear his side of the story. From the dramatic small plane escape to spending five years in Cyprus with Britain's most wanted fraudster, Dimond reveals what drove him to help Nadir and the true cost of his loyalty. Do you have a…

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Growing spiritually strong in Central Australia — Week with Students 54:01

15d ago54:01

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Culture, history and faith collide in the remote Aboriginal community of Ltyentye Apurte. A former mission town 80kms east of Alice Springs, it remains one of the most Catholic communities in the country.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Thatcher's Favourite Fraudster | Battle of the Big Mac | 3 52:31

17d ago52:31

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Asil Nadir returns to his beloved London determined to clear his name. But he’s facing a new opponent. With the Serious Fraud Office’s reputation in tatters, its new Head needs a big win - and locking up Nadir would be just the ticket. Do you have a suggestion for a scandal you would like us to cover? Or perhaps you have a question you would like t…

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Big questions in books — Ancient Chinese poetry and the nature of existence 54:02

22d ago54:02

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What can ancient Chinese poetry teach us about the nature of reality? Li Bai and Du Fu are considered two of China's greatest poets. They lived 1,300 years ago, yet their poems are still very popular to this day.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Thatcher's Favourite Fraudster | Big Bird | 2 51:34

24d ago51:34

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Asil Nadir claims he can prove his innocence. He just needs to stick around for the trial. But when someone offers him a seat on a small plane to Cyprus… Well, wouldn’t you? Do you have a suggestion for a scandal you would like us to cover? Or perhaps you have a question you would like to ask our hosts? Email us at [email protected] See Pr…

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Listen Now: Matt on How Do You Cope? 23:45

26d ago23:45

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With 1 in 6 people experiencing symptoms of depression or anxiety, it’s never been more important to find out how people are dealing with these challenges. In this podcast, comedian and broadcaster John Robins brings his trademark approach of heart and humour to the conversation, sitting down with guests and experts each week to ask the very simple…

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Exploring mercy and forgiveness in Ramadan 53:57

29d ago53:57

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How much mercy do you see expressed in the world around you right now? Millions of Muslims around the world are observing Ramadan — known as the month of mercy — and follow the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, who is described as someone who embodied mercy.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Thatcher's Favourite Fraudster | Ragtrade to Riches | 1 52:21

1M ago52:21

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It’s the 1980s. Margaret Thatcher’s Britain is all about making it big if you work hard enough, and boy, does Asil Nadir get the memo. He transforms small textile firm, Polly Peck into a FTSE 100 giant. The City loves him; the Iron Lady thinks he’s marvellous. But when they learn the truth, his empire starts to crumble. Do you have a suggestion for…

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Deep ecology and reconnecting with the natural world 54:06

1M ago54:06

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How can we navigate the ecological crisis of our time? And why does it require a shift in how we think about ourselves? John Seed has been a rainforest activist for over 40 years. And over the decades he's fostered a diverse spiritual community around care for the environment and reconnection with the natural world.…

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The IRA Heiress | What Rose Dugdale Did Next | 4 27:05

1M ago27:05

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Journalist Sean O'Driscoll met the IRA Heiress herself. He would cycle to her Dublin care home to chat over tea and biscuits. Though he went easier on the digestives after he found out Rose was the architect of the biscuit-launcher: a deadly weapon used in countless attacks during the Troubles. Sean tells Matt and Alice what he learned about the ne…

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Being the first female rabbi of Australia’s largest Jewish congregation 54:04

1M ago54:04

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When Jacki Ninio first graduated rabbinical school she didn't want to be known as the "lady rabbi". But after nearly 26 years at Emanuel Synagogue, she says being a woman in a job mostly performed by men has allowed her to care for her congregation in unique ways.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The IRA Heiress | The Heist | 3 50:22

1M ago50:22

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The police are after Rose. Her face is all over the papers. If authorities are going to try and stop her, Rose is determined to use whatever time she has left wisely. It’s time to stage Ireland’s biggest ever art heist. Do you have a suggestion for a scandal you would like us to cover? Or perhaps you have a question you would like to ask our hosts?…

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Pope Francis and the transformation of suffering 54:06

2M ago54:06

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There's a lot of suffering in the world. From economic hardships to deep anxieties about politics, and the anxieties in our own lives. Much of Pope Francis' work grapples with how we suffer and relieve suffering, together. What kinds of insight can suffering offer, both individually and collectively?…

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The IRA Heiress | Most Wanted | 2 50:15

2M ago50:15

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Rose and her IRA comrades plan The Troubles’ first aerial bombing. But she’s having a hard time getting the others to trust her. With her plummy English accent, she’s the last person you’d expect to join the IRA. But that’s what makes her the perfect weapon. Do you have a suggestion for a scandal you would like us to cover? Or perhaps you have a qu…

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Big questions in books — Dostoyevsky and the love that we owe 54:02

2M ago54:02

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Our favourite, most enduring novels are full of things we ask ourselves about life and meaning. This week, we turn to Fyodor Dostoyevsky, and how the Russian literary tradition can help clarify questions about truth, love for one another, and ethics.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The IRA Heiress | From Debutante to Defendant | 1 49:09

2M ago49:09

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Oxford graduate, aristocrat, heiress – Rose Dugdale has it all. So her path from millionaire’s daughter to IRA bomb-maker shocks British society. And Dugdale’s ideals means she doesn't just reject her privileged upbringing - she sets out to destroy it, one explosion at a time. Do you have a suggestion for a scandal you would like us to cover? Or pe…

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Seeking spirituality outside of religion 54:06

2M ago54:06

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"Spirituality" is a loosely defined word, but Australians are increasingly identifying that way, especially among Gen Z. So, what does living a spiritually fulfilled life look like, and what kinds of spiritual help do people look for in times of crisis?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Julian Assange | The Weird World of WikiLeaks | 4 39:18

2M ago39:18

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If you think your job sucks, spare a thought for Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist James Ball. He spent three months living and working with Julian Assange on the leaks of hundreds of thousands of documents. And he has some tales to tell about the cult-like environment he was thrust into. Like how Assange was a deliberately weird, difficult man wit…

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Is rest the lost secret to a good life? 54:04

2M ago54:04

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We all know that we need good rest. And before we knew about the science of sleep, sacred traditions encouraged rest as a priority. But the frenetic pace of modern life makes it difficult to pause. So how can we make rest a priority, and include it in our rhythms?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Julian Assange | Operation Hotel | 3 51:39

2M ago51:39

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Assange seeks asylum at London’s Ecuadorian Embassy to avoid facing charges abroad. It’s supposed to be a safe haven, but it begins to feel like a prison. He started this fight for press freedom. Now, he’s fighting for his own. Listen to British Scandal on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen early and ad-free on Wonder…

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John Butler on spirituality, creativity and meditation 54:06

3M ago54:06

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John Butler is one of Australia's most beloved musicians, known for his infectious energy. But after a period of turbulence he turned to composing meditative and instrumental music as a form of healing.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Julian Assange | Enemy of the State | 2 51:09

3M ago51:09

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An alliance with international press turns Assange into a public figure. But soon, he ends up on the front pages for all the wrong reasons. Listen to British Scandal on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen early and ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial b…

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How faith communities are navigating history, treaty and truth-telling 54:05

3M ago54:05

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Indigenous people and faith communities aren't waiting for government to do truth-telling and treaty. Although the Voice referendum did not pass, some churches and First Nations people are building better relationships and even forming treaties of their own.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Julian Assange | No Secrets | 1 52:02

3M ago52:02

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Julian Assange dreams of a world where secrets are open and truth reigns. So he builds a haven for whistleblowers, Wikileaks.org. But when a US military leak sparks a global controversy, it puts his source in danger. Will Assange's ideals survive the storm? Listen to British Scandal on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can list…

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Forgiveness after apartheid and the limits of remorse 54:06

3M ago54:06

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In post-apartheid South Africa, Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela is asking, when is forgiveness possible, and where does that leave the search for justice? This episode originally broadcast on 15 September 2024.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The Case of the Missing Aristocrat | An Actual Tichborne | 4 25:51

3M ago25:51

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William Motley says he’s a descendant of the family… But we’ve checked and this time it’s true. He’s even writing a book about Arthur Orton’s outlandish claims. William joins Alice and Matt to unpack the lasting impact of the scandal on his relatives, Britain’s fascination with class, and life as the descendant of nobility. Plus, William tells us a…

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Elizabeth Oldfield describes a different way to live 54:05

3M ago54:05

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What does it mean to be fully alive? Elizabeth Oldfield has ditched the conventional script of what life can look like — instead choosing to live in what she calls a "micro-monastery". The episode originally broadcast on 21 July 2024.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The Case of the Missing Aristocrat | The People's Aristocrat | 3 53:32

3M ago53:32

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Everything seems to have got rather out of hand. Arthur is now one of Britain’s biggest celebrities, and his fight for the Tichborne estate has become an ideological battle. Will fame assure his freedom? Listen to British Scandal on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen early and ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the…

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3M ago26:11

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Mindfulness — the science and spirituality of an ancient tradition 54:08

4M ago54:08

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The nature of consciousness is a subject of enormous interest to both science and religion. Modern, secular mindfulness techniques have their foundation in ancient Buddhist thought, but it's only recently that neuroscientists have given serious attention to what actually happens in the brain when we meditate. This episode originally broadcast on 5 …

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The Case of the Missing Aristocrat | Butcher or Baronet | 2 50:49

4M ago50:49

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Arthur Orton is inching towards victory. But when an untimely death forces him to prove his identity in court, the game steps up. Now he must convince the world he’s Sir Roger Tichborne, or face public humiliation—and a one-way ticket to pennilessness. Listen to British Scandal on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen ea…

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4M ago14:48

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The Case of the Missing Aristocrat | Mother Knows Best | 1 51:59

4M ago51:59

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It’s 1865, and butcher Arthur Orton is living in poverty in Australia. Then he hears about a reward for information on England’s ninth richest nobleman, Sir Roger Tichborne, who's been missing for several years. So Arthur comes up with an audacious plan. All he has to do is fool the man’s entire family. How hard can it be? Listen to British Scandal…

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How the Jewish Jesus helps us bridge our differences 54:06

4M ago54:06

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How do you cultivate a lifetime of curiosity? When Amy-Jill Levine was a child, her parents would ask, "Did you ask any good questions today?" That mindset has propelled AJ through a lifetime of discovery, learning about all kinds of things, but especially sacred texts and the people who read them.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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4M ago14:54

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What does the future of Christianity look like? 54:06

4M ago54:06

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The world Christians live in is changing, so Christian theology is too. David Bentley Hart — one of the world’s most prominent and influential theologians — calls elements of mainstream Western Christian thought “a psychotic fantasy”. Wow! In Australia, theological colleges grapple with environmental and postcolonial questions, and it might just ch…

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The Scandalous Life of Charles Dickens | Christmas Special | 1 47:37

4M ago47:37

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Think Dickens was all jolly carols and festive cheer? Not so. Behind the snowy scenes and spirit of goodwill, the so-called “Father of Christmas” was hiding a scandalous love life. Matt and Alice dive into the details with co-hosts of Wondery’s Legacy podcast, writer Afua Hirsch and historian Peter Frankopan. Plus, did Britain's most famous novelis…

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4M ago15:31

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Pursuing peace after a long year 54:06

4M ago54:06

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For the final episode of Soul Search in 2024, join Meredith Lake for a campfire discussion reflecting on the year that’s been. Meredith is joined by three returning guests, responding to listener questions and yearnings that have arisen from our present moment, pondering the theme of inner and outer peace.…

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The Brink's-Mat Heist | How I Defended Brian Perry | 4 33:17

4M ago33:17

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Jonathan Goldberg KC has acted for alleged murderers, rapists and fraudsters during his five decades as a leading barrister. Among his high-profile clients: Brink’s Mat launderer, Brian Perry. He takes Alice and Matt inside the uncompromising world of criminal justice, and reveals the long lasting impact of Brink’s Mat Heist. Plus, what’s it like t…

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