Best Brian Thornton Podcasts (2024)

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Lahaina's devastating fire, Rantec's family friendly workplace, and the book Living & Loving Unapologetically 59:29

11h ago59:29

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Connie Framberger shares her story of Maui’s devastating fire with KCBX’s Brian Reynolds, and offers advice about how to help the residents recover. On Working Lunch, SLO Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jim Dantona chats with Vinay Clauson and Thane Atkinson of Los Osos based business Rantec. Join correspondent Tom Wilmer for a visit with Ha…

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Dustin Whitten & The N&W South Branch 58:44

1d ago58:44

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You've probably have heard of model railroaders that go on to become railroaders, but how about a railroader who starts their model railroading journey after hiring on to the railroad? That's the story of Dustin Whitten, a long time employee of Norfolk Southern who despite growing up near Southern Railway, has fallen for the Norfolk & Western. Dust…

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How O.J. Simpson's Memoir Ended Up in Book Jail with Boze and Carl Tart | 43 44:27

4d ago44:27

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You know the Bronco chase, the trial and the glove, but do you know …the book? In 2006, O.J. Simpson teamed up with prominent publisher, Judith Regan, to make a killing from his controversial life story. With the help of a ghostwriter, they created a “hypothetical” tell-all book about the actual murders O.J. stood trial for. Thousands of copies wer…

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What's Happening In Model Railroading Special - Tony Cook & Craig Fuller 52:11

2d ago52:11

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Model Railroader - the "Rolling Stone" of our hobby - the magazine many of us grew up with, inspired us, and the one we dreamed of being on the cover someday. For those reasons and more, we're passionate about the publication and when the news hit that Kalmbach Media was purchased by a new owner, there was concern about the future. On this special …

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Michael Spoor & The Burlington C&A Divisions 54:39

8d ago54:39

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In this hobby, it's far too often that we see a layout meet its demise when its owner passes on, but on this episode, we hear the complete opposite in Michael Spoor's story. Michael shares with us how he has brought his late father's CB&Q layout back to operations, much to the delight of his father's friends, and has put his own signature on it wit…

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Watergate: Deep Throat, Deeper Trouble with Langston Kerman and Gareth Reynolds | 42 50:27

11d ago50:27

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In 1972, five clumsy burglars broke into the Democratic National Committee headquarters at the Watergate Hotel. They were armed with tear gas pens, wads of cash, and enough surveillance equipment to make the NSA blush - and they were immediately caught. What could’ve been written off as the dumbest burglary in history swiftly unraveled through leak…

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ATLP Rewind - Marty McGuirk & The Central Vermont Railway - June 6, 2023 1:21:48

9d ago1:21:48

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ATLP Rewind - Originally Released June 6, 2023 There's good news to deliver on this episode of Around The Layout - progress is being made in Washington DC - but only on the model railroading front. That progress is being made by Marty McGuirk, who joins us to share his model railroading story. Learn how a visit to New London, Connecticut became the…

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Summer pet tips, 'Lives Well Lived'- the book, and Playing With Food- Bao buns 59:34

14d ago59:34

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Listen to a discussion about pet summer safety with Robin Coleman of Woods Humane Society and Dr. Dorian with Vetama Mobile Veterinarian Care. It’s Peace, Love & Pets. Filmmaker Sky Bergman has just published a book as a companion to her documentary “Lives Well Lived”. She and KCBX’s Brian Reynolds discuss the benefits of intergenerational connecti…

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Brian Sopke & The Benton & Southern 54:55

16d ago54:55

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A litte freelance model railroading amongst friends - that's what we get with Brian Sopke's Benton & Southern. Brian shares with us his model railroading journey that led him to team with a friend to create a freelance model railroad that connects them together. Additionally, Brian tells us what he learned by starting over, taking down a layout of …

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Segway: Ridin' Nerdy with Adam Rose | 41 41:56

17d ago41:56

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Before it became the butt of countless jokes and the preferred transportation for mall cops, the Segway had grand ambitions. Its inventor, Dean Kamen, believed his self-balancing, two-wheeled electric scooter would change the way we get around, and ultimately eliminate the need for cars all together. But when the rubber met the road and consumers m…

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ATLP Rewind - William Sampson - Father & Son and The Great Northern & The Milwaukee Road 1:01:41

16d ago1:01:41

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ATLP Rewind - Originally Released June 12, 2023 With Father's Day less than a week away, we got the father/son duo of William Sampson and William Sampson together to share their bond over model railroading. William Sr. tells us how railroad is in the Sampson blood, with ties to railroading in several generations. He then tells us how he got started…

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Listen Now: Wow in the World's Summer of Wow! 6:15

20d ago6:15

6:15

Wow in the World is the #1 science podcast for kids and their grown-ups. Hosts Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz share stories about the latest news in science, technology, and innovation. Stories that give kids hope, agency and make us all say "WOW"! New episodes come out every Monday. Listen to Wow in the World: http://wondery.fm/wowintheworld. See Privac…

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What's Happening In Model Railroading - June 2024 - Tony Cook & Prairie Shadows 55:57

22d ago55:57

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Who is Prairie Shadows Model Railway Co? Jeff Arnold, Rob Gruber and Brandon Nawrocki join Tony Cook and Ray Arnott to tell us about how Prairie Shadows got its start working with model railroad manufacturers on special projects to breaking out on their own with projects in N and HO scale. The team shares the challenges of creating highly detailed …

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Lonnie Bathurst, Scott Thornton & The 2024 St. Louis RPM 54:17

23d ago54:17

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Saint Louis, Missouri - home of the Gateway Arch, and just about in the shadow of this national landmark resides the granddaddy of all railroad prototype modelers meets. Lonnie Bathurst, show producer, and frequent attendee Scott Thornton, tell us what makes the STLRPM a show that draws so many to the midwest in July to share models, knowledge, ski…

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New Coke Goes Flat with Preacher Lawson and Paul F. Tompkins | 40 46:33

23d ago46:33

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In the early 90’s, an earth shattering event occurred that would change the face of American culture forever: Coca-Cola changed their recipe. New Coke was supposed to be sweeter to combat the rising popularity of Pepsi, but the customer reaction was decidedly sour. Lawsuits and public outrage contributed to the PR Nightmare - somehow hiring Bill Co…

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Dr. Jill Stearns of Cuesta College, 'Oldest San Francisco', and the UCSB Koegel Autism Center 59:44

29d ago59:44

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The SLO Chamber of Commerce’s Jim Dantona visits with the Superintendent and President of Cuesta College, Dr. Jill Stearns. Award-winning Oakland-based author, Alec Scott, shares insights about his book 'Oldest San Francisco’. Student reporter Ashley Segat speaks with Dr Anna Krasno from UCSBs Koegel Autism Center.…

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John Farrington and the Somerset & Raritan 54:10

29d ago54:10

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It's been way too long since we've heard from John Farrington and there was quite a bit to catch up on. Since the last time we talked, John has not only gone bigger with his layout, he's also gone freelance with a great railroad name and an awesome logo thanks to a very talented graphic artist that's a familiar name here on the podcast. John also t…

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ATLP Rewind - Matt Freix & The Gateway Western Subdivision 6 - March 28, 2023 1:03:19

1M ago1:03:19

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ATLP Rewind - Originally Released March 28, 2023 The Around The Layout (less than) six degrees of separation has led us to Matt Freix. A friend of past guests Dave Oppensano and Isaac Fabris, Matt joins us and tells his model railroading story; from his childhood modeling with a shovel of dirt on a 4x8 sheet of plywood to a beautifully finished bas…

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JCPenney Sells Out with Joel Kim Booster and Scott Seiss | 39 49:02

1M ago49:02

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When JCPenney, the 100-year-old department store, decided to rebrand in 2011, they sought the best in the biz to give them a makeover. Enter Ron Johnson, the affable retail genius behind the Apple Store. Hailed as a techy visionary, Johnson was supposed to reinvent the brand. Instead, he alienated customers with high prices and a baffling shopping …

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The Live Oak Music Festival, comedian Kathy Griffin, rattlesnakes and more 58:01

1M ago58:01

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KCBX's Beth Thornton visits Girls Inc. in Carpinteria, a girls’ leadership program and a place for after-school care. The non-profit is prepared to serve as a community gathering space during extreme heat events. KCBX’s Sal Espana speaks with comedian Kathy Griffin ahead of her Central Coast appearance. KCBX reporter Alyssa Toledo speaks with journ…

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Alex Mantle and the Chicago, Denver and Northern 55:25

1M ago55:25

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On this episode of Around The Layout, we meet Alex Mantle and learn about his model railroading journey. From California to Alaska to London and eventually on to Wyoming, Alex tells us how an attic find boosted his model railroading journey, his "practice layouts" and how he's gone big with his freelanced Chicago, Denver and Northern, sharing how h…

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ATLP Rewind - Dave Oppedisano & the BNSF Lakeside Subdivision - August 16, 2022 53:13

1M ago53:13

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ATLP Rewind - Originally Released August 16, 2022 Dave Oppedisano joins us to talk about his BNSF Lakeside Subdivision layout. Ray and Dave met at the New England/Northeast Railroad Prototype Modelers Meet in Springfield MA, and they discuss this event and Dave's presentation during NERPM. Dave tells us about the Lakeside Sub area and the parts he'…

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Olestra: The Crappiest Flop of All with Kevin James Thornton | 38 37:24

1M ago37:24

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After 30 years of development, Procter & Gamble rolled out a new, calorie-free oil substitute with the luxurious name, Olestra. This “miracle food” was supposed to revolutionize junk food and allow snackers to eat all the chips and crackers they could cram down their gullets without gaining any weight. Unfortunately for Procter & Gamble, Olestra di…

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EACD 2024 (A summary of EACD 2024: Dr Dayna Pool) 27:57

1M ago27:57

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EACD 2024 has been a symphonic masterpiece of a conference - see what we did there! 😉 This episode is our summary of the EACD conference for 2024, here in Bruges/Brugge Belgium. We take a look at the topics of conversation both here on the pod and throughout the conference, dinners, breakfasts, impromptu catchups and more. We hope you enjoy - and w…

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EACD 2024 (Presidential Keynote: Adjunct Professor Mieke de Ketelaer) 18:54

1M ago18:54

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The Presidential Keynote lecture at EACD 2024. AI - The Good, The Bad and The Ugly. An interview with Adjunct Professor Mieke de Ketelaer. Detailed show notes to come! Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!…

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EACD 2024 (Dr Magnus Påhlman) 18:35

1M ago18:35

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Day 3 of EACD 2024. An interview with Dr Magnus Påhlman. Detailed show notes to come! Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!By Dr Magnus Påhlman

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EACD 2024 (Professor Bernard Dan) 20:54

1M ago20:54

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Day 2 of EACD 2024. An interview with Professor Bernard Dan. Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!By Professor Bernard Dan

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EACD 2024 (Keynote speakers: Dr Adam Shortland and Mr Martin Gough) 19:07

1M ago19:07

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Day 2 of EACD 2024. An interview with Dr Adam Shortland and Mr Martin Gough. Detailed show notes to come! Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!By Dr Adam Shortland and Mr Martin Gough

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EACD 2024 (Dr Marco Konings) 17:24

1M ago17:24

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Day 2 of EACD 2024. An interview with Dr Marco Konings. Detailed show notes to come! Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!By Dr Marco Konings

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EACD 2024 (Dr Sarah McIntyre and Dr Gija Rackauskaite) 17:58

1M ago17:58

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Day 2 of EACD 2024. An interview with Dr Sarah McIntyre and Dr Gija Rackauskaite. Detailed show notes to come! Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!By Dr Sarah McIntyre and Dr Gija Rackauskaite

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EACD 2024 (Associate Professor Brian Hoare and Dr Atefeh Taghizadeh) 18:37

1M ago18:37

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Day 2 of EACD 2024. An interview with Associate Professor Brian Hoare and Dr Atefeh Taghizadeh. Detailed show notes to come! Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!By Associate Professor Brian Hoare and Dr Atefeh Taghizadeh

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EACD 2024 (Dr Nofar Ben Itzhak) 17:45

1M ago17:45

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Day 2 of EACD 2024. An interview with Dr Nofar Ben Itzhak. Detailed show notes to come! Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!By Dr Nofar Ben Itzhak

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EACD 2024 (Dr Sarah Reedman) 21:56

1M ago21:56

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Day 2 of EACD 2024. An interview with Dr Sarah Reedman. Detailed show notes to come! Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!By Dr Sarah Reedman

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EACD 2024 (Dr Charlie Fairhurst) 17:58

1M ago17:58

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Day 2 of EACD 2024. An interview with Dr Charlie Fairhurst. Detailed show notes to come! Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!By Dr Charlie Fairhurst

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EACD 2024 (Dr Richard L Lieber) 13:51

1M ago13:51

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Day 2 at EACD 2024. An interview with Dr Richard L Lieber. Detailed show notes to come! Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!By Dr Richard L Lieber

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EACD 2024 (Deepti Chugh) 13:40

1M ago13:40

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Day 2 of EACD 2024 - an interview with Deepti Chugh! Detailed show notes to come. Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!By Deepti Chugh

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EACD 2024 (Professor Kate Himmelmann) 16:30

1M ago16:30

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Day 2 of EACD 2024 - An interview with Professor Kate Himmelmann! Detailed show notes to come! Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!By Professor Kate Himmelmann

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EACD 2024 (Dr Anina Ritterband-Rosenbaum) 12:51

1M ago12:51

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EACD 2024 - an interview with Dr Anina Ritterband-Rosenbaum! Detailed show notes to come. Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!By Dr Anina Ritterband-Rosenbaum

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EACD 2024 (Natasha Bear PhD Candidate) 17:09

1M ago17:09

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Day 2 of EACD 2024 - An interview with Natasha Bear PhD candidate! Detailed show notes to come! Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!By Natasha Bear (PhD candidate)

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EACD 2024 (Keynote speakers: Prof Christophe Matthys, Prof Phillip L Pearl, Dr Àngels Garcia Cazorla) 20:55

1M ago20:55

20:55

An interview with all three keynote speakers from the 2nd keynote session of Day 1 of EACD 2024. Prof Christophe Matthys, Prof Phillip L Pearl, Dr Àngels Garcia Cazorla Detailed show notes to come! Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the …

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EACD 2024 (Associate Professor Paula Chagas) 17:51

1M ago17:51

17:51

An interview with Associate Professor Paula Chagas! Detailed show notes to come! Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!By Associate Professor Paula Chagas

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EACD 2024 (Keynote Speakers: Prof Alex Haslam, Prof Catherine Haslam, Prof Sally Ann Lynch) 19:20

1M ago19:20

19:20

A special interview with a trio of Keynote speakers - kick starting EACD 2024! Detailed show notes to come! Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!By Prof Alex Haslam, Prof Catherine Haslam, Prof Sally Ann Lynch

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EACD 2024 (Stefanie Bradley PhD candidate) 15:33

1M ago15:33

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An interview with Stefanie Bradley (PhD candidate). Detailed show notes to come! Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!By Stefanie Bradley (PhD candidate)

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EACD 2024 (Professor Hercules Leite) 17:34

1M ago17:34

17:34

An interview with Professor Hercules Leite Detailed show notes to come! Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!By Professor Hercules Leite

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EACD 2024 (Dr Ginny Paleg and Dr Roslyn Livingstone) 17:54

1M ago17:54

17:54

An interview with Dr Ginny Paleg and Dr Roslyn Livingstone. Detailed show notes to come! Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!By Dr Ginny Paleg and Dr Roslyn Livingstone

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EACD 2024 (Dr Marleen Sol) 12:52

1M ago12:52

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An interview with Dr Marleen Sol. Detailed show notes to come! Producer Ed apologises for the audio quality as the backstage room caused a lot of (audio) reflections that resulted in the more than usual echo in the podcast recordings!By Marleen Sol

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