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We all have a favourite quote or saying that's influenced or shaped our lives, bolstered our faith and given us that much needed confidence. This is a podcast about the power of affirmations, belief and mental fortitude. Hi, I'm Akin and thanks for stopping by. All my guests on the podcast share their unique, personal journeys & stories and how they've overcome their trials in life with the help of a quote or two. My hope is that you can be enriched from their stories and their tips for livi ...
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Today's most talented and compelling musicians visit Musicians' Spotlight to "talk shop" and give you a deeper insight into their music. Host and producer John Floridis brings his own musical expertise along with over a decade and a half of experience conducting interviews. Guests on the show have included legendary musicians like B.B King; Alison Krauss; Lyle Lovett; Wilco; Brandi Carlile; Daryl Jones of the Rolling Stones; The Cowboy Junkies; Richard Thompson; Mary Chapin Carpenter; Bruce ...
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Living the Fit Life

Chad Mueller, Michelle De Jong, Adam De Jong

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Living the Fit Life is a way of life! We aren't in it for a quick fix. We are on a journey of becoming our best selves. Living the Fit Life podcast shares stories of individuals on this journey. Our community is filled with amazing people pushing the boundaries of human potential. We are grateful for being surrounded by extremely high-performers and learning from each.
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"I really wanted to create a magical world that would again bring these beings to attention and bring some respect to the fact because I think like, whatever religion they have, they can appreciate the sophistication of that system, you know what I mean? Most Italians are Christian, right? But they don't denounce their old gods. They would respect …
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*Content/Trigger Warning: This episode contains issues relating to knife crime & violence.* "It's really important (for young people to be intentional with what they plan to do with themselves). A digital project I'm working on now is really geared towards doing that and empowering young people through their phones to, as you said, kind of find tha…
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"Western chefs use Indian spices from different regions and they'll call it a British cuisine with these spices , but they're the clever ones but we can't be clever because we just know how to make curry? And so, that's not true. Why can't we do this with drinks? Why can't that stereotype change? And no, it's not a curry in a bottle; it's depth and…
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On today's episode, my guest is broadcaster and journalist Ellen E. Jones. Ellen talks about her new book 'Screen Deep: How film and TV can solve racism and save the world', and we delve into issues including how racial identity is constructed through the visual mediums of film and tv, issues surrounding representation, narratives and identity. Ell…
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"...so we just came together ( with Tolu Olowofoyeku & Olufikayo 'Ziki' Adeola). The goals were close enough where we all wanted really good African storytelling, so that's the main umbrella (for forming 'Kugali'). But in terms of going into the nuance of it from my point of view, I really wanted the quality to be absolutely good, because Africa ha…
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" 'I SEE HER' is my first film, and it was a response to seeing the spike of cases of women and girls post-pandemic. During the pandemic, the cases of abuse in women and girls rose to 25%-33% higher. It was so bad that they coined the pandemic 'The Shadow Pandemic'. Post-pandemic cases rose by 8%. There was another pandemic going on that people wer…
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"There's tons of reasons why people lose hair, there's a lot. There's hormonal changes, medication, illness, diet, environment, but the overall reason is genetics. Here's how the genetic factor works: when your body breaks down the male hormone testosterone, it creates a by-product called 'DHT'. Now, these DHTs are generally excreted through your b…
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'It was a hard journey because for those five years I was earning nothing from writing, and it also feels quite a grandiose thing to suggest to your friends that "I'm going to be a writer, I want to be an author of published books!", so kept I kept it fairly on the down-low; like it wasn't a secret, but I wasn't out there publicing the fact that i …
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"People (economists)have put together a number of lost earnings, looking at the interest value of money, and it comes into the trillions; we're talking of a profound amount. And so....it's not like anyone is expecting a country to transfer a Trillion pounds next week, but that shouldn't put you off reparations but it's getting the conversation star…
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"I think in terms of expectations, we (T A P E Collective) are just very, very honest. What we have found...is that there really is a disconnect between a filmmaker's idea and it reaching audiences. I think people really don't understand how distribution, exhibition and production work...and that is something that I think we're quite good at trying…
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*Content Warning: This episode contains issues relating to substance abuse, knife crime, violence & trauma.* "...I had to just walk away...It was probably one of the best decisions I've ever made because it was the only time that Carl actually had to go out and get it out of his system and work on himself, for himself." In today's episode I chat wi…
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In today's episode I chat with CTO | Technical & Creative Leader Kish Hirani. Kish talks about how he's love for Mathematics and how that led to his start in his career within the games industry. We delve into his time while he worked at Sony Playstation, and what that experience has taught him. Kish talks about his advocacy for underrepresented et…
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On today's episode, I chat with Antonello Mirone, a Stonemason, Fresco painter and Historian. He shares his love of the craft and why he got into the business. Antonello also talks about the differences in stones and what his preferred material to work with is; why the stonemasonry is a dying industry, especially in Italy and why council cuts are l…
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In today's episode, I talk to filmmaker and story teller Warda Mohamed about her debut narrative short film 'Muna'. Warda also talks about her Somali heritage, language & identity and what it means to be British Somali. We also discuss classic films from the 1980s and focus on a particular film that she would love to adapt for the stage, and whom s…
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On today's episode I chat with filmmaker & writer, Comfort Emmanuel. Comfort shares why her passion for writing and filmmaking got her into the industry, and the challenges in getting her vision to a wider audience. We discuss how her corporate background has given her a grounded reality, and balancing realities and expectations when it comes to ma…
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On today's episode I have an interesting conversation about all things cocktails with mixologist and entrepreneur Eron Mibo. Eron shares with us how her interest in the hospitality industry led her to start a career with beverages. We talk about ingredients, thriving businesses in her neighbourhood, the lack of women of the Global Majority within t…
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Today's episode is a very short thank you to all the listeners of The Swinging Palm Trees podcast, and a special thank you to all my guests who have taken the time to have a chat with me and share their lived experiences and quotes that inspire them. Thanks for listening to the episode. I'd like to thank my guest for their time, insight and being a…
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In this episode, I talk with David Martinez Flores about his love for film and heritage. David shares the positive influence his family has had on him for his appreciation for film, especially from his mother. We talk about his pride of being Mexican, and the importance of heritage and storytelling. David also talks about his advocacy for represent…
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On today's episode I chat with Jerry Mannikarote. He shares with us his lived experiences over the years that includes being a physician and sleep technologist. As sleep is an area that fascinates me, Jerry breaks down the importance of understanding sleep, and discusses sleep disorders including insomnia, Restless Leg Syndrome & Obstructive Sleep …
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On today's episode, I chat with sisters Donna and Abigail Otchere, a Mechanical Engineer and Biomedical Scientist respectively. We talk about their interest in the sciences and why they created SiSTEM, a non-profit organisation connecting women and Sciences. The sisters talk about what science means to them, the importance of encouraging children t…
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On today's episode, I have the pleasure of talking with Psychologist, university lecturer and author, Dr Anna Scarnà. Anna talks about her career and her passion for words and language, including bilingualism and language acquisition. We talk about her co-authored book with Robert Ingersoll entitled 'Primatology, Ethics and Trauma: The Oklahoma Chi…
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On today's episode I talk with songwriter and singer Gloria Stanley. Ms Stanley shares her joy for singing, her compositions and how she discovered herself. She discusses her love for all things music, and also her passion for the city of Macon, Georgia. We also talk about the importance of her faith & belief, why she describes her charity work as …
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On today's episode I chat with the Scottish Green Party Councillor Holly Bruce. We look at why she sees herself as an activist first, and why she got into politics from a career in law. Holly discusses her role as an councillor within the community; her role in passing a motion at Glasgow City Council, making Glasgow 'UK's first feminist city' maki…
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01:21 Leonie and TetraLogical 06:28 State of accessibility 13:34 Screen readers 19:38 AI-generated alts 27:33 Specs interoperability 38:22 Missing UI patterns 49:21 State of ARIA specs Hosts Léonie Watson Bruce Lawson Vadim Makeev Leonie and TetraLogical Léonie’s blog Léonie on Mastodon Léonie on LinkedIn TetraLogical State of accessibility ARIA Au…
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On today's episode, I chat with creative duo Adwoa & Solomon of Adeche.atelier. They discuss how they use their collective talent in art to explore African mythology & the resurgence of knowing one's culture & identity. We look at some of the folktales from Africa and other parts of the world, the recent recasting of 'The Little Mermaid', storytell…
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On today's episode, I chat all things Teddy bears with Penelope Carrington, a self-described 'Chief Bear Alchemist', and editor of 'One Good Road Buddy'. Penelope shares how she had her first Teddy bear, Albert, and how she has been making teddy bears since she was 13. She also talks about the importance and relevance of teddybears, and the psychol…
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On today's episode, I chat with Masterchef Quarter Finalist 2022 & Commercial Property lawyer, Ally Middleton. He shares with us how he got into law and why he chose to go into Commercial Property law. He also talks about his immense love for cooking, his early memories of the first dish that he was taught to cook, the people that have inspired him…
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On today's episode I chat with actor Vinay Rai. Vinay talks about his passion for rugby, his time playing for Bangalore Rugby football club (B.R.F.C), the injuries he sustained during his playing days and whom he idolises within the sport. Vinay discusses how he started within the film industry in India, the importance of having a strong work ethic…
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01:32 Cats and View Transitions 10:28 Design and inspiration 21:43 Browser support 32:27 Use cases and future proofing 41:22 Shopify and cake jokes Hosts Jake Archibald Bruce Lawson Vadim Makeev Jake on socials Jake on Mastodon Jake on Twitter Jake’s blog Cats and View Transitions Missing cat thread on Twitter Smooth and simple transitions with the…
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On today's episode, I chat with husband and wife team Simon & Louisa Georgiou about their product, 'Louisa's Honey'. They share how the business started with a road trip to Italy with their neighbour and now business partner, Peter, and also discuss their passion behind the business and why it is important to them. We chat about sustainability, api…
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On today's episode, I have a chat with actor & Comic Connoisseur Michael Ajih. He shares the deep and positive impact that comics have had on his life, especially with the challenges that he has had with dyslexia & learning difficulties. Michael also shares with me the first comic superhero that piqued his interest, his favourite comic book charact…
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On today's episode, I chat with award winning musician & educator Joey Stuckey. Joey talks about his life in music, his career in the industry, and his love & passion for The Blues, and why music has always been a source of solace to him. Apart from all things musical, Joey shares with us the health challenges he encounters, what his superpower cou…
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01:44 Lea’s hats in 19.3 seconds 11:16 What is the W3C TAG 24:05 CSSWG, TC39, and others 33:36 WHATWG, W3C, and WebDX 46:19 Family, SVG, and named colors Hosts Lea Verou Bruce Lawson Vadim Makeev Lea’s hats in 19.3 seconds Lea on Mastodon Lea on Twitter Lea’s blog What is the W3C TAG W3C TAG CSSWG, TC39, and others CSSWG TC39 WHATWG, W3C, and WebDX…
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On today's episode, I chat with Erick, a Script editor & Story Consultant. He shares with us his story and how he got into the industry, the ongoing challenges he faced and still faces, why representation is vital and the importance of heritage & cultural storytelling and providing platforms for the unheard stories. Erick breaks down what a Script …
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On today's episode, I chat with journalist, film critic & nerd, Marshall Julius. We talk about his new book, 'Masters of Make-Up Effects: A Century of Practical Magic' which he co-authored with legendary effects wizard Howard Berger. We delve into a few of the stories from the book including conversations with Tom Savini, Greg Nicotero, James McAvo…
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On today's episode, it's a laid back chat with my good friend, Tinu, and you can tell from the first 10 seconds of conversation! We talk about her upbringing, life vignettes, what it means to be Yoruba, its traditions and culture. We also discuss life issues including generational trauma & mental health within communities, EDI (Equality, diversity …
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Chad is joined by Michelle de Jong and Nutritionalist Cara Kasdorf from Blueprint Nutrition! Listen in as the group discusses the truth about processed foods and their role in a high-performance diet. We tackle current nutrition hot topics, like the debate around seed oils and their potential inflammatory effects, and debunk these misconceptions wi…
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On today's episode I talk to Biomedical Scientist (BMS) and Founder of Harvey's Gang, Malcolm Robinson. Harvey's Gang are lab tours for young patients and their families to give them the chance to talk to the various medical staff who work in hospital labs and analyse their samples to help diagnose and manage their illnesses. Malcolm shares the sto…
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In this episode, I talk with Digital illustrator and Visual Artist Vince Fraser. Vince shares how he started within the industry and we take a look at how his craft is continually evolving. We discuss Afro-Futurism & Afro-surrealism through a Black lens, the importance of culture, telling the right stories and mentoring the younger generations. We …
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Get ready for an inspiring conversation with CrossFit athlete Adam de Jong, who recently secured his spot in the CrossFit Games 35-39 age group. We discuss his emotional rollercoaster of a journey, from the anticipation of leaderboard finalization to rising up to 8th place in a fiercely competitive global field. We also take a deep look into the ch…
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00:01:19 Thomas and the Fugu project 00:10:48 Partners and priorities 00:17:13 Mozilla’s and Apple’s positions 00:36:38 Support realms 00:50:59 Web vs native competition 01:02:46 Fugu’s future plans Hosts Thomas Steiner Bruce Lawson Vadim Makeev Thomas and the Fugu project Thomas on Mastodon Thomas on Twitter Thomas’ blog Fugu landing page Partners…
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In this episode, I chat with Visual storyteller Adesua Okosun. Adesua talks about her interest in film-making, her documentary project called 'The Other Side' that includes stories about the LGBTQ communities in The Republic of Côte d'Ivoire, and female wrestlers in Senegal. We also discuss the importance of truthful storytelling, her desire to see…
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Trigger Warning: this episode addresses issues involving sex trafficking and trauma. In this episode, I chat with Evon Benson-Idahosa, a leading expert and thought leader on the subjects of modern day slavery and gender based violence in sub-Saharan Africa. Evon talks about why she started the NGO and her campaign to stamp out sex trafficking not o…
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Pax vobiscum! This is The Swinging Palm Trees podcast, where I talk to my guests about their lives and they share the quotes and sayings that continually inspire them. My name is Akin, creator and host of the podcast and thanks for stopping by. For regular & new listeners alike, you may be wondering why there's a different look to the normal line-u…
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In this Living the Fit Life episode, we dive into endurance sports and obstacle course racing with special guest Jesse Bruce (@oa_jbruce), an OG Hybrid athlete and co-founder of One Academy in Toronto. With an impressive resume that includes top finishes in races like the World's Toughest Mudder and OCR World Championships, Jesse shares his inspiri…
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On today's episode I chat with author and graphic novel creator Ram V about his career. Ram shares how he started within the industry, his first self published graphic novel and his work with DC comics and Marvel. Ram talks about his creative process, his work on Batman, Swamp Thing, and Justice League Dark and his upcoming project 'The Vigils'. I …
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