Best Blue Gal Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 832: Where's the Money, Donald? 53:37

3h ago53:37

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Also welcome back to the fight as, at long last, Democrats are "floating like a butterfly and stinging like a bee." Are we finally back to the days of "Give 'em Hell, Harry"? We hope so! And the Donald Trump campaign has at least three "vendors" taking millions and no one knows what's being done with the money. (We can guess, though). More at prole…

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Joshua Johnson - The story of how his spiritual transformation led him to establish Bars From Behind Bars; a ministry designed to help the worldwide incarcerated population find freedom through creative ... 44:57

6h ago44:57

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Send us a Text Message. Bars From Behind Bars is a ministry founded by Joshua Johnson, a seven times convicted felon, whose life was changed when he surrendered his life to Jesus Christ. As Josh adjusted to life as a believer living "behind the walls", he recognized that having an avenue to express creativity that inspires change was, for himself a…

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Fresh and Frugal Feast: Seasonal and Local Eating on a Budget 11:08

5h ago11:08

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Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: LaToya Drake, Extension Specialist for Food Equity and Food Access, Kentucky Nutrition Education Program LaToya Drake shares her expertise on the benefits of consuming locally sourced produce, including cost-effective strategies and the positive impa…

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The race to make the eight heats up with the Dragons leaving the door open.... 44:07

3h ago44:07

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September's calling as Finals Footy contenders stake their claim... who makes the top eight? Roosters soar into second place ... are they the most dangerous team in the comp? Are the defending Premiers, Penrtih Panthers in trouble? & the latest on Tom Trbojevic's stunning pay cut.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep 831 Carousel of Past Dem Presidents At The DNC Remember! 1:14:16

2h ago1:14:16

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No fair remembering stuff only applies to Republicans. Democrats get to celebrate THEIR past! Links for this episode: Driftglass on the Bradcast 8/21/24: https://bradblog.com/?p=15139 Brian Baez, Content Creator: https://x.com/MentallyDivine/status/182630516407842 Mad Men, "Carousel": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=suRDUFpsHus More at proleftpod.c…

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Ep 830: DNC Night One and The Echo Chamber of Maureen Dowd 59:09

7d ago59:09

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Happy 13th Wedding Anniversary to us! We celebrated by enjoying Night One of The Democratic National Convention, and attending a dear friend's funeral. We are reminded again this week that the Mainstream Media feeds respectable and legitimized propaganda to right-wing outlets because "even" the New York Times covers BenghaziBenghaziBenghazi, Solynd…

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What is Alpha-gal Syndrome? 13:30

1d ago13:30

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Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Heather Norman-Burgdolf, PhD, Assistant Extension Professor for Nutrition and Health Season 7, Episode 8 In this captivating discussion, discover the origins and rise of Alpha-gal Syndrome, first identified …

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Visiting My Ancestry - The Story of Tom and Buena Davis, Part 3 15:16

2h ago15:16

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Send us a Text Message. Papa Davis had loved all kinds of game birds and a pair of Peafowl hung around the driveway beyond the yard fence. The flashy male would strut and call out as he spread his vivid tail for the benefit of his plainer mate. She was not the only one intrigued by the display. I just knew a thing of such intense chromatic delight …

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"If you keep letting Latrell get away with this... it will never end!" 44:11

28m ago44:11

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September's calling as Finals Footy contenders stake their claim... Hammer vs The Foxx has everyone asking... will we see a race on Grand Final day to crown the NRL's fastest man? Gus & Gal slam Latrell's drama-laden year & put the onus back on South Sydney to take some responsibility for his actions... & the Dogs are well & truly barking... are we…

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Ep 829 Hey Tim Walz, Come On Our Podcast! 1:05:38

5d ago1:05:38

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Well, it's worth a try. The news of the week continues to prove Republicans are weird. The three Jell-O molds the mainstream media tries to form "news salad" into. And DG brings back "shelter culture." More at proleftpod.com. Links for this episode: Doc Searls Weblog: Where Journalism Fails https://doc.searls.com/2019/07/23/where-journalism-fails/ …

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Ep 828 Is Trump Dropping Out? 59:47

2d ago59:47

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Sir, many people have told us that Trump might drop out. Several important people said that Trump should drop out of the race. Some people say he should flee the country. I've even heard one person say he's a flight "risk," and that's what they call it, a "risk"- that he'll flee the country. Many things we thought would last forever didn't. Democra…

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Packing Lunches for Healthy Enegetic Kids 9:10

8d ago9:10

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Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky Guest: Courtney Luecking, PhD Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Season 7, Episode 7 As another school year approaches, the challenge of packing nutritious and appealing lunches looms large for many parents. …

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Ep 827 The Illinois State Fair Butter Cow (And Other News!) 1:02:06

4d ago1:02:06

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A busy week? Wait until October! Meanwhile, the Illinois State Fair unveiled their annual butter cow, and Harris/Walz kicked some ass while the Republican Party had a meltdown. More at proleftpod.com. Links for this episode: Driftglass and Digby on The Bradcast 8/7/2024. Texas AG Ken Paxton has a "humble brag" about ActBlue. You can help us pay for…

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Bridging Communities: The UK Markey Cancer Center Affiliate Network 14:55

13d ago14:55

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Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guests: Dr. Timothy Mullett, Medical Director and Professor of Thoracic Surgery and Ms. Cheri Tolle, Deputy Director, UK Markey Cancer Center Affiliate Network (MCCAN) In this episode, we delve into the origins and growth of the UK Marke…

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Ep 826 | Harris Walz 2024! 59:57

6d ago59:57

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We're so excited. Also, some weird news of the week, including RFK Jr's bear hunt (eww) and Trump's Mar A Lago / WinRed forever grifting. More at proleftpod.com. Driftglass will be on the BradCast on Wednesday August 7 with Digby of Hullabaloo. You can help us pay for DG's eye doctor expenses at https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-ease-dgs-medical-fina…

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Smart Savings: College Savings Month 13:31

15d ago13:31

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Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Kristen Jowers, MS Extension Specialist for OneOp Kristen Jowers, Extension Specialist for OneOp, delves into strategies for to maximizing college savings as families continue to face the escalating costs of…

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Ep 825 When Did Trump Decide To Be Orange? 59:20

12d ago59:20

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Driftglass and BlueGal dive into Trump's blatant racism and why the media can't seem to call it what it is. Link for this episode: DG and BG on the BradCast 7/31/2024: https://bradblog.com/?p=15116 Blue Gal's knitting podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@flangum Our podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ProfessionalLeft Support the show: P…

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Big Blue Book Club Presents SNACK Club 15:38

21d ago15:38

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Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky Guests: Courtney Luecking, PhD, RD Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health and Anna Cason, RD Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Special Edition Episode Welcome to this SURPRISE edition of Talking FACS pro…

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Ep 824: Weird 1:00:33

14d ago1:00:33

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A deep dive into the word "weird," from Shakespeare's "weird sisters" in The Scottish Play alllll the way to JD Vance and the Republican tone police, who really don't like us calling their entire QAnon Trump-humping cult of grifting, "weird." More at proleftpod.com. Links for this episode: The three weird sisters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hn…

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Easing the Pain of Childhood Vaccinations 13:04

29d ago13:04

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Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Katherine Jury, MS Extension Specialist for Family and Health Season 7, Episode 5 In this insightful episode, discover the secrets to making the vaccination process smoother for both parents and children. Fr…

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Ep 823: The Stories The Media Will Tell, 2024 Edition 1:05:33

19d ago1:05:33

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We KNOW what the media is going to do this election cycle. It's our job to halt them. Both sides don't!!! More at proleftpod.com LINKS for this episode: Kurt Vonnegut, The Shape of Stories https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOGru_4z1Vc 2081, The Film, Based on "Harrison Bergeron," by Kurt Vonnegut https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEgOuZzjI8o Scott Doty…

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Ep 822: Dems In Array For Kamala Harris 59:34

21d ago59:34

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LFG! But we have no plans to ever forget the shameful, public "Dump Biden" pile-on by Hollywood celebrities, our Never Trump "allies", the Pod Save rug rats, the wealthy donors -- who resorted to what amounted to down-ticket extortion to pressure Dems in tight races to come out against Biden, and most egregiously of all, the entire corporate media,…

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Enjoying Rice Safely 6:13

1M ago6:13

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Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Annhall Norris, Extension Specialist for Food Safety and Preservation Season 7, Episode 4 In this eye-opening episode, Annhall Norris, Extension Specialist for Food Safety and Preservation unravels the mystery behind the common belief that reheating …

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The Big Guns are firing in a push for Finals Footy 43:23

22d ago43:23

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With an historic Origin series coming to an end Gus, Gal & Danny recap all the big moments on and off the field. The 'Big Guns' are back just in time as finals footy looms closer... Which teams will make the 8? Jason Ryles wasted no time shaking up the Eels with huge moves to rebuild the club. And Gal picks his Kangaroos team. See omnystudio.com/li…

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Ep 821: A Change in TONE? 52:31

1M ago52:31

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The Tone Police is ALWAYS there to benefit the oppressor, in this case, the RNC. And we follow up on the stupid "dump Biden" conspiracy. Resist that noise and silence Monkey Mind. More at proleftpod.com. Links for this episode: "How to Tame Your Monkey Mind" https://www.prm.nau.edu/prm205/monkey-mind-article.htm Blue Gal's knitting podcast! https:/…

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Visiting My Ancestry - The Story of Tom and Buena Davis - Part 2 15:41

1M ago15:41

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Send us a Text Message. As a child, I never stopped to wonder about what my grandparent’s lives were like before I came into the world. A kid’s perspective is shortsighted and naturally selfish; the walls of my perception hadn’t expanded beyond the boundaries of my wishes. In my eyes, my grandparents were suspended in time. They had always been and…

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Ep 820: Western Pennsylvania And The Gorilla They Didn't See 1:09:54

1M ago1:09:54

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Orwell said, "Who controls the past controls the future. Who controls the present controls the past." That's not the fight we wanted, but that's the fight we're in, kids. Plus touching letters from listeners, and Birthday Girl Blue Gal conducts her own focus group in a Pittsburgh diner, then goes full policy-ninja on Medicare at-home care. More at …

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Planning and Packing Practical Lunches: The Ultimate Guide for Busy Parents 10:21

1M ago10:21

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Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky Guest: Courtney Luecking, PhD Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Season 7, Episode 3 In this episode or Talking FACS, we're diving into the art of packing practical lunches with Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extensi…

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"Kill, or be killed! Retaliate first!" 43:24

29d ago43:24

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With the Origin decider just two sleeps away, Gus & Gal have predicted Wednesday night to explode! Madge Maguire joins us live & reveals his NSW Blues are ready for an overly aggressive response from an 'embarrassed' QLD side in Game II. The Broncos season is in free fall as they search for their first win since Magic Round... Could we really see l…

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Surviving and Thriving: Navigating Life After Cancer Treatment 7:41

2M ago7:41

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Host: Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Joan Scales, Director, Psych-Oncology Services, Markey Cancer Center Cancer Conversations Show 56 Welcome to Cancer Conversations on Talking FACS, where we delve into the latest in cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rese…

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Ep 819: Ridin' With Biden! 1:18:24

1M ago1:18:24

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We're so stabby about the mainstream media right now, it's a swear-fest. Fran is boycotting MSNBC for the Summer to protect her mental health and punish the suits upstairs (Sorry, Lawrence.). And Driftglass remembers the 60th anniversary of Freedom Summer, when Black Mississippians had to fight the Democratic establishment to become the Democratic …

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Ep 28 Apple TV's 'Dark Matter' and the Multiverse 35:38

1M ago35:38

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Diving into Apple TV's new series "Dark Matter," based on Blake Crouch's bestselling novel. We'll explore how the show tackles concepts of both parallel realities, and the nature of identity across multiple timelines. But the multiverse madness doesn't stop there! We'll expand our discussion to other sci-fi shows that have expertly played with alte…

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Ep 818 Science Fiction University: Dark Matter and the Multiverse 35:38

2M ago35:38

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Diving into Apple TV's new series "Dark Matter," based on Blake Crouch's bestselling novel. We'll explore how the show tackles concepts of both parallel realities, and the nature of identity across multiple timelines. But the multiverse madness doesn't stop there! We'll expand our discussion to other sci-fi shows that have expertly played with alte…

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A Sun-Safe Wardrobe: How Clothing Protects Your Skin 12:41

2M ago12:41

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Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Jeanne Badgett, MS Extension Associate for Clothing, Textiles, and Household Equipment Season 7, Episode 2 Jeannie Badgett, Senior Extension Associate for Clothing, Textiles, and Household Equipment unravels the myster…

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Billy Slater responds to more jabs from Michael Maguire 43:30

1M ago43:30

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QLD & NSW have locked in their squads for the State of Origin Decider... We talk to Maroons coach Billy Slater & returning superstar Kalyn Ponga... Parramatta get their man as Jason Ryles signs on as head coach for the next four years... Binned, bloodied & banned... JWH becomes the longest serving Rooster as his milestone match descends into chaos.…

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Hyperscaling SQL with Sam Lambert

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Databases underpin almost every user experience on the web, but scaling a database is one of the most fundamental infrastructure challenges in software development. PlanetScale offers a MySQL platform that is managed and highly scaleable. Sam Lambert is the CEO of PlanetScale and he joins the show to talk about why he started the platform, scaling …

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Ep 817 Chop Wood, Carry Water, Curse SCOTUS 1:00:01

1M ago1:00:01

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Scotus (and the mainstream media, who have blood in their teeth now)? Curses on them all. Meanwhile, were going to chop wood, carry water, and get out the vote. More at proleftpod.com. Support the Show.By Driftglass and Blue Gal

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Protecting Your Assets with Insurance 15:28

2M ago15:28

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Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. Nichole Huff, Extension Specialist for Family Finance and Resource Management Season 7, Episode 1 Insurance is an expense we simply must cannot afford to go without. When we fail to protect our health, home…

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"Queensland were soft!" Gus slams the Maroon's Game II performance. 46:35

1M ago46:35

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Origin footy is heading for a Decider... Can the Blues overcome their 'Cauldron' hoodoo? Gus & Gal pick apart the inconsistency in officiating including a six again 'blitz' and some sin bin happy adjudicators. The Pryce is right in Newcastle! Does the emergence of more young gun British talent fuel the fire for the NRL's vision to buy the Super Lea…

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Ep 816: From Grassroots to Gears 56:06

2M ago56:06

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[Recorded before the Presidential Debate.] Time for a deep dive into the troubling parallels between the decline of "liberal" mainstream media and the recent corporate buyouts of popular automotive YouTube channels like Donut Media. Remember when MSNBC was a bastion of creative, progressive messaging? We take a nostalgic journey through the network…

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Ep 815: The Debate and Trump's (and Ross Perot's) Tariffs 33:26

2M ago33:26

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No Fair Remembering Stuff: going full Smoot-Hawley on this one! And stay tuned for Driftglass's amazing impersonation of Bill Clinton. More at proleftpod.com Support the show: PayPal | https://paypal.me/proleftpodcast Patreon | https://patreon.com/proleftpod Our YouTube Channel Opening and Closing Music: Jumpin Boogie Woogie by Audionautix | http:/…

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Reducing Opioid Prescriptions Related to Oral Care 19:42

2M ago19:42

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Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. Marcia Rojas Ramirez, University of Kentucky College of Dentistry Season 6, Episode 50 On this episode Dr. Marcia Rojas Ramirez from the UK College of Dentistry shares about ADOPT—Alternatives to Dental Opioid Prescribing After Tooth Extractio…

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"Madge was smart to fire things up between the two states." 44:05

2M ago44:05

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State of Origin Game II is just two sleeps away! Madge Maguire joins us live as he prepares to come face-to-face with Billy Slater tomorrow after trading barbs throughout the build-up. All hail Hasler! The Titans obliterate Webster's embarrassing Warriors on the Goldy. D-Day for NRL expansion is almost upon us & Chammas has some breaking news on wh…

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Ep 814: Stop Normalizing 'Normalizing' 44:01

2M ago44:01

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There is no "normalizing" you know who, it's just pretending it's okay with you that 39% of the country loves fascism. In other news the Biden campaign wins a "Don't Sugarcoat It Award." More at proleftpod.com. Link for this episode: Blue Gal has a knitting podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@flangum Our podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.c…

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Ep 813: Bill Buckley And The Power Of Myth 45:41

2M ago45:41

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No Fair Remembering Stuff: Bill Kristol brushes off the long-standing and revered myth that William F. Buckley Jr. "banished the John Birch Society from the conservative movement." Really? More at proleftpod.com. Support the show: PayPal | https://paypal.me/proleftpodcast Patreon | https://patreon.com/proleftpod Our YouTube Channel Opening and Clos…

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Navigating Nutrition: Are Infants Supplements Necessary? 12:50

2M ago12:50

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Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky Guest: Courtney Luecking, PhD Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Season 6, Episode 49 Dr. Courtney Luecking leads listeners on a discovery of the importance of responsive feeding and how to identify your baby…

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Visiting My Ancestry - The Story of Tom and Buena Davis, part 1 15:24

2M ago15:24

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Send us a Text Message. Visiting My Ancestry - The Story of Tom and Buena Davis, part 1 For me, it began with a love story. But not a romance. It was a story about the love that a child has for her grandparents. Over time, the story evolved into an investigation of the history of these people who had been the bedrock of my childhood…the when and th…

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Billy Slater responds to Madge Maguire's "Glass Houses" claim 36:56

2M ago36:56

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Can the new look Blues send Origin to a Decider at Suncorp? Madge goes all in on X-factor selections ahead of Game II. We head deep into QLD camp & chat to Billy Slater & Patty Carrigan. Are the Bunnies genuine top 8 contenders & why have the bumbling Broncos fallen in a heap? Danny's got all the latest Rugby League Scuttlebutt hot off the press...…

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Ep 812: What's An Independent? 1:02:22

3M ago1:02:22

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A letter from a listener leads us to ask whether anyone left of center can use the word "independent" about themselves. Plus the Hunter Biden verdict isn't the worst thing ever, and we've got some words for Pope Alito and his wife. More at proleftpod.com. Our podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ProfessionalLeft Support the show: PayPa…

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Unraveling Genetic Links in Pediatric Cancer 7:57

3M ago7:57

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Host: Jennifer Hunter, PhD, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Amanda Harrington, MD, Director, Pediatric and Young Adult Cancer Predisposition Clinic at UK Children's Hospital Dr. Amanda Harrington delves into the intricate world of genetic predispositions to cancer, shedding light on how f…

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