A short, fun and occasionally not unintentionally educational podcast in which two fans of the New York Times crossword describe their puzzle-solving travails.
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Fill Me In is a crossword podcast, or at least, that's what it pretends to be. Most of the time, it's about other things (including, but not limited to: soup, Thor, Rosana Ćler, sandwiches, Stephen Sondheim, Viewer Mail, vuvuzelas, inappropriate glorification of the E Division, and more), but occasionally, we also talk about crosswords.
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WAMC's Friday quiz segment, Any Questions?, puts news director Ian Pickus in the hot seat, as he and listeners field questions from resident quizzer Mike Nothnagel. Nothnagel is Associate Professor of mathematics at The Culinary Institute of America, and a crossword constructor for the New York Times and Games Magazine, among other outlets. Often, Mike and Ian switch seats or feature guest answerers, such as Will Shortz, Liane Hansen, John Flansburgh and Mike Doughty. Any Questions? airs Fri ...
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A podcast about practical Christianity. Christians live in a culture hostile to righteousness, self-control and God's judgment to come. This podcast is about getting your mind and your heart in line with Jesus' Words and Way because He is the Way, the Truth and the Life! All Scriptures quoted are from the New International Version. You can follow me on Twitter @kingdom_saint. Walk with the Lord and be a blessing! Study the Bible with me: http://pedro-gelabert.worldbibleschool.org/ Support th ...
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Two amateur crossword lovers come together weekly to share new trivia topics with each other... and you... hopefully
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Bianca Brady and Olivia Shepson take you through the week's NYT crossword puzzles. They discuss their times, what they loved, what they hated, and how they knew what they know.
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Crossnerds is the world's bestāer, nerdiestācrossword puzzle podcast. Editors, constructors, solvers, and allies deliver piping-hot takes on the New York Times crossword puzzle and the vast cruciuniverse of wordplay beyond.
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mysteryhints@gmail.com Listen. Learn. Engage. Welcome to Crossword , where we dive into fascinating interviews with authors exploring history, politics, culture, and art. Join us as we uncover intriguing insights and stories that shape our understanding of todayās world and its rich tapestry of ideas. Whether you're passionate about exploring the cultural impact of art or understanding how history influences our political landscape, each episode promises to enrich your perspective and inspir ...
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A show that's a mix of escape room puzzles and tabletop role-playing.
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We attempt to solve crossword puzzles and wind up talking about really anything that comes to mind.
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Colin and Laura are expert crossword puzzle solvers. Join them as they solve the NYT Thursday puzzle, banter about work and life, and entertain you, the lovely listener. Email us at crossedpod@gmail.com.
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Every week we do the crossword - this nearly always leads to some very Cross Words...
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Writer, comedian, and social gadabout Lucas Murphy sits down with friends and contemporaries to solve the New York Times crossword puzzle. Along the way he might just learn a little bit about life, love, and the meaning of archaic words.
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On The Grid is a crossword puzzle podcast hosted by Michael Sharp and Lena Webb
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What does it take to get hired in a remote role with a WordPress company? Find out on Get Hired. Our guests are the people who do the hiring at WordPress companies, and the topics we cover will help you get hired in the WordPress space. Build or boost your career by learning with us.
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A podcast hosted by Peter Thomson and Stewart Grant, two clinical psychologists who are interested in almost everything.
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BC Today is where British Columbians connect on issues facing their lives and their community. Every week day at noon PT and 1pm MT, BC Today host Michelle Eliot delves into the top story for the province.
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Podcast version of the campy, retro YouTube show. Outrageous discussions on horror, comedy, fantasy & sci-fi (but primarily horror) š https://www.youtube.com/c/TheCULTSHOW
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The ONLY Hallmark podcast that primarily focuses on your favorite Hallmark mysteries. Andrea and Eric review the newest mysteries, discuss the classic ones, interview the stars you love, and share the Hallmark lifestyle. So kick back and enjoy some fun Hallmark mystery talk and a whole lot more fun! Follow us on Instagram @hallmarkmysteriesandmore **This podcast was created by fans for fans and is NOT affiliated with or sponsored by Hallmark or the Hallmark Channel. **
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Podcast of the weekly radio call-in show āBucciā hosted by Bucci on WFMU. Astonishing audio adventures and mundane audio tasks. Bucci draws the picture, the callers color it in - with words! YOU can call-in too! 201-209-9368 - LIVE Tuesdays 6-7pm EST on 91.1/ 91.9FM in NYC/NJ, or stream it on wfmu.org All the Archives at https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/B2
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Here on The Fiction and Copy Decoded Podcast, you'll discover how fiction and copywriting borrow from each other, and how you can use one (or both) to grow in your writing skill. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fiction-and-copy-decoded/support
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Five-time winner of Best Education Podcast in the Podcast Awards. Grammar Girl provides short, friendly tips to improve your writing and feed your love of the English language. Whether English is your first language or your second language, these grammar, punctuation, style, and business tips will make you a better and more successful writer. Grammar Girl is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast.
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My name is Abhay Dandekar and I share conversations with talented and interesting individuals linked to the global Indian and South Asian community. Itās informal and informative, adding insights and perspective to our evolving cultural expressions, where each person can proudly say āTRUST ME I KNOW WHAT Iām DOING.ā New episodes weekly, on Tuesdays/Thursdays. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts, and please rate and review if your enjoying it.
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Pals Liv Purvis and Charlotte Jacklin, a self-professed pair of out-of-touch early grandmas, navigate their way through the wins and the wobbles of millennial life. But where might you know Liv and Charlotte from, I hear you ask? Well, Liv is the creator of the fashion/lifestyle/travel blog What Olivia Did, and Charlotte is a fashion and lifestyle blogger who founded Betty Magazine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Election Day 2024 is a highly anticipated event that will determine the future of the country. Many people are curious about when this significant day will take place. The 2024 election is scheduled for Tuesday, November 5th. With each passing day, the anticipation and excitement grow, as citizens wonder how many days are left until election results 2024. It is a time when candidates are vying for the highest office in the land, President; and the outcome of the general election will shape t ...
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A monthly podcast telling the stories of trailblazing students from the University of Virginia who are transforming their passions into lives and careers. They arenāt standing on anyoneās shoulders.
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Welcome to the Got Invention Show! Listen to inventors interviews sharing their invention story to the world! Are you patent pending? Do you have a prototype to show and demonstrate? Are you looking to earn royalties from your invention? Are you looking for a manufacturer? Do you want to raise money or find an investor? Do you want to sell your invention? Learn from other inventors or letās see and hear about your big invention idea! Show & tell us about your invention, have your very own vi ...
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Casey and Alex talk about lunch and other stuff
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Welcome to random thoughts with Grant i we talk about random things we will have a Grand old time with everything so enjoy and subscribe you wont regret it! :-)
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The TOAD iService Podcast is a podcast based around modern day technology. Episodes cover the opportunities technology offers, interviews with people who use tech for their work, developments for Apple and other tech companies, tutorials, and more.
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When we meet our childhood heroes as adults we find all the racism, sexism, and classism that our society raised us with. That's what happened when we reexamined the Nancy Drew series and took a hard look at the "American Values" that she promotes. In each episode we will banter lightheartedly about another Nancy Drew Novel, including thoughtful analysis about what social norms it reveals. Whether you've ever been a fan of Nancy Drew, or like us absorbed vast amounts of media or mystery nove ...
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Jynx and Alisha of comedy duo, Lady Bizness, have always wanted to be a part of a book-club, but with their busy schedules they just donāt have the time to read. On Overbooked, Jynx and Alisha are starting a book-club, where absolutely no reading is required.
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The World Within explores the inner workings and unanswered questions of some of our worldās unique and uncommon jobs, hobbies, or personal endeavors. This podcast seeks to ask the questions that so many wonder, but have never found answers to, or discover new and curious pursuits outside the definition of conventional.
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Fingers on Buzzers is brought to you by comedian and keen amateur quizzer Lucy Porter, alongside The Chase's very own Jenny Ryan. Whether youāre a Pointless armchair aficionado, nostalgic for the days of Going for Gold, or a bona fide Mastermind, this is the podcast for you. Jenny and Lucy speak to a host of people who work behind the scenes of our favourite TV quiz shows, including James Harkin (QI), Roger Tilling (the āVoiceā of University Challenge) and Jenny Hawker (Only Connect); plus w ...
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10 questions. 10 points. 10 minutes. Hello, Iām Carol Vorderman and welcome to Perfect 10, the daily quiz thatās guaranteed to educate, entertainā¦and irritate! Each weekday Iāll have ten questions thatāll really get your synapses firing and maybe get you groaning when I reveal the answers. Make sure you subscribe, follow and ālikeā to get our episodes as soon as they drop, available through Acast on all major Podcast Channels and our Perfect 10 YouTube Channel. So, why not join us Monday to ...
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Tuesday, September 17, 2024 - OOOOOOH, the places you'll go!
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There were a boatload of O's in today's grid, but they were there for a reason, that being to flesh out a wonderful debut crossword by Howard Neuthaler. A good crossword not only entertains and challenges, but teaches, and this one, by that standard, was a great one. To learn what we learned, and to hear about a new Triplet Tuesday contest coming uā¦
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SPOTLIGHT... on Mangesh Ghogre and constructing crossword puzzles
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So I thought that today we would focus on the world of puzzles. As kids, young and old, we are fascinated and curious about putting together random pieces of cardboard to make a picture, or take numbers or scenes or words and fit them together to make something whole, craving that satisfaction to find the answer and all the frustrations and exhilarā¦
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#72 The Joy of Awe, Comparison and 2am Crosswords with Gemma Styles
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We told you we wouldn't be gone for long, didn't we! This week is a *very* special bonus episode with none other than podcaster, activist, mental health ambassador and writer Gemma Styles. With today being publication day of her debut book, Why Am I Like This? We pulled Gemma into our virtual living room and made sure we covered everything from copā¦
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Mike Mirandaās 'Get Smart' Crossword Card Game on Got Invention Show
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In this episode, host Brian Fried interviews Mike Miranda, a New York-based inventor and former educator, who has created "Get Smart," a revolutionary crossword card game. Mike shares his journey from conceptualizing the game with simple index cards to developing a nearly finished prototype. Discover how "Get Smart" transforms traditional word gameā¦
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Renewed calls to reopen Riverview Hospital | Play our crossword game
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Wednesday's random attacks in downtown Vancouver are prompting a renewal of calls to reopen Riverview Hospital to treat people with mental illnesses. Our guests Brad West, Port Coquitlam mayor, and Guy Felicella, harm reduction and recovery advocate, join us to discuss the nuanced topic of institutionalisation. Then, Gwen Sjogren, author of the "O ā¦
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Tonite: Bucci does Bucci, Mrs. Bucci does a crossword puzzle. from Sep 4, 2024
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Ep. 298: Triple F Crossword Clues #11, and a Surprise Job...
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This prompt I did change, since I pretty much had to, to be safe. But I hope you still enjoy it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fiction-and-copy-decoded/support
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PODCAST - Addictions ā The Enslaved Spirit ā Enemies of the Mind ā Part 9
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Who or what controls your life? Who is your Master? YT: https://www.youtube.com/live/e8kFFznAWfk?si=ehFasy_rMrVnLjTf&t=1746 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pedro-gelabert/support
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I thought I would do something unexpected, a bit, for this episode. Here it is. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fiction-and-copy-decoded/support
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We chat with Katherine about her escape room Check out the images and write up for this Escape Room below to follow along, or play yourself! https://www.consumethismedia.com/heir For everything Escape This Podcast, head to https://www.consumethismedia.com/escape-this-podcast To hang out with us and other fans, join our discord here: https://discordā¦
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Electric Dreams 40th Anniversary - Iconic VHS Covers Sci-Fi Edition
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Neil has been on the fence about picking this film. He's not sure if he likes it, or hates it. Now seems like the right time to discuss, Electric Dreams' 40th Anniversary. How will the Cultcrew react to the movie?? We also pay another round of guess the iconic VHS cover. This time, Sci-Fi edition. Support For Maui Hawaiāi Community Foundation httpsā¦
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Do words like 'mandate' and 'cockamamie' come from words for men? Grammatical doppelgangers. A pair of teeth.
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1014. This week, we debunk misconceptions about gendered language, tracing the etymology of words like "cockamamie" and "gynecology." We also look at the flexibility of English grammar, examining how common words like "that" and "up" can function as different parts of speech in various contexts. The "gendered words" segment was written by Samantha ā¦
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Chief scientific advisor explains involuntary treatment plan | Bif Naked returns
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Dr. Daniel Vigo, B.C.ās chief scientific advisor for psychiatry, toxic drugs and concurrent disorders, discusses how the Mental Health Act will be used for the province's involuntary treatment plan. Then, Bif Naked joins us to talk about returning to life on the road for her new album Champion, and what it means to be a Canadian rock icon. We take ā¦
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Fill Me In #460: The Zimmerzine Teaser
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Ryan is away this week so once again, Brian is joined by The Great and Powerful Barnacle, Ben Zimmer! Topics include baseball nightmares, rhyming word etymology, #rip Googlewhacks, and a brand new Contest of Now at bemoresmarter.com/contest Stuff to click: Ben's new newsletter at https://buttondown.com/benzimmer Ben's old "From A to Zimmer" post onā¦
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Monday, September 16, 2024, -- Huzzah, EDNA Mode is in the grid š
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This is Robert Corridan's debut crossword, and a fine debut it is, one that may induce you to sing, perhaps something along the lines of LA, LA, LA, in which case you will be in a very good place to start solving this crossword! Deets (and the decryption of that cryptic last sentence) are within, so have a listen, and, as per usual, let us know whaā¦
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Is involuntary treatment for addiction the right path for the province?
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The B.C. government has announced it will expand involuntary care for people with mental health and addictions issues, and will open "highly secure" facilities to house people detained under the Mental Health Act throughout the province. We'll hear arguments for and against mandatory treatment throughout the program. Viewers are invited to share ifā¦
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Sunday, September 15, 2024 - Nothing PROFORMA about *this* crossword!
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Aimee Lucido is both a children's author -- check out "Pasta Pasta Lotsa Pasta" - and cruciverbalist - check out today's excellent example. This crossword was not hugely difficult, but it was hugely entertaining, as we explain, in detail, in today's episode. Show note imagery: HIGHFIDELITY, by Nick Hornby We love feedback! Send us a text... Contactā¦
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Saturday, September 14, 2024 - When it comes to this crossword, we are PHANATICS!
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A tough Saturday crossword (of course!) by Christina Iverson, with the northwest corner being particularly tough. But the clues were fair and fun, making for an enjoyable solve. Deets inside, so we encourage you to download, listen up, and ... enjoy! Show note imagery: A Phillie PHANATIC, limbering up before the big game We love feedback! Send us aā¦
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Friday, September 13, 2024 - Turns out, Cotton-Eyed Joe is a dance, not an optic emergency š
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Today's crossword was a debut for Boaz Moser, and it was a fine one - challenging but VALID, including familiar clues like 15D, Beverage steeped in bright daylight, SUNTEA, lesser known ones, such as 13D, Bit of foam, perhaps, PEANUT, and hilarious ones, such as 4D, One doing the lord's work, VASSAL (š). We found this to be a very satisfying solve,ā¦
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A Complete Review of The Jane Mysteries: A Deadly Prescription
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Send us a text Hallmark finally launched its much-awaited streaming app, Hallmark+, which promises a generous amount of original programming. One of the first movies to be featured on the new streaming platform was the second installment of The Jane Mysteries, A Deadly Prescription. Jane seeks justice for a teenager whoās wrongfully imprisoned for ā¦
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NDP plans to scrap carbon tax for consumers | Brian Minter on winter garden prep
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A re-elected NDP government would scrap the province's long-standing carbon tax and shift the burden to "big polluters" if the federal government drops its requirement for the tax, Premier David Eby says. CBC BC provincial affairs reporter Katie Derosa. We'll break down how the policy works in B.C. with Keith Brooks, Environmental Defence Canada prā¦
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Thursday, September 12, 2024 - Finally, we can say that the NYTimes crossword is BRAT š
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A historic first, "BRAT" used in the sense of 52D, 2024 Charli XCX album with a lime green color -- as opposed to all the 179 previous times, when it was a reference to an annoying small child. The rest of the crossword, by Parker Higgins, was similarly entertaining, as evidenced by clues such as 69A, Nose-in-the-air-type?, PLANE; 52D, Give in on Cā¦
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Rajiv Menon... on curating South Asian art
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Abhay shares a conversation with Los Angeles based art gallerist and curator, Rajiv Menon, to talk about his ongoing work, about art and race and the global South Asian, and even some of the barriers and accelerators heās encountered along the way. Rajiv's latest exhibition is titled "Three Steps of Land", as an artistic ode to Onam and Kerala. (0:ā¦
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What fiction writers know about avoiding stereotypes, with Alex Temblador
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1013. How can fiction writers create diverse, authentic characters without relying on stereotypes? Alex Temblador, author of "Writing An Identity Not Your Own," tackles this question and more. Learn about the importance of community engagement in research, the pitfalls of overemphasizing certain character traits, and techniques for editing with an ā¦
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Air Canada passengers brace for strike disruption | 44th annual Terry Fox Run
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With Air Canada and its pilots still at the bargaining table negotiating over wage demands, the airline could suspend flights as early as Sunday without an agreement. The Business Council of Canada is among those who say the federal government should intervene to halt a strike. We ask viewers if they agree, and to share their stories about how the ā¦
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Wednesday, September 11, 2024 - Three cheers for New Mexico's GILA National Forest
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A decidedly crunchy Wednesday crossword, Jean managed to chew through it expeditiously, Mike broke a tooth š. The theme took a while for both cohosts to grok, after which solving the puzzle became much easier. Deets inside, you are cordially invited to download, listen up, and ... enjoy! Show note imagery: The ARROYOS Natural Area, where we really,ā¦
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Ep. 299: The More R&R I Take, The More Life Stays the Same
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I've taken time away from work before, of course, but this time I thought a bit about what it meant to me, and to the rest of my life. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fiction-and-copy-decoded/support
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Talking with the Cases: Aimee Garcia and Paul Campbell
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Send us a text If you want to hear stories about your favorite Hallmark sleuthers you will not hear anywhere else, this podcast is for you. In today's episode, we talk to Birdie and Alden Case, played by Aimee Garcia and Paul Campbell. Aimee recounts her days training for the Mexican Olympic ski team, while Paul shares how he snuck into the backgroā¦
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Record budget deficit predicted | Calls for provincewide food security plan
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The province is forecasting a record budget deficit of $8.9 billion. We speak to Finance Minister Katrine Conroy and hear our audience's feedback on the deficit, and how they want the government to manage our finances. Then, Theo Lamb, Quest Food Exchange's executive director advocates for a provincewide strategy to address food insecurity.ā¦
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Tuesday, September 10, 2024 - HEMINGWAYESQUE, fun to say, a challenge to spell, and impossible to work into casual conversation š
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Today's theme was about as NYTimes-esque as they come, just a fun exploration of attributes of the English language, and something that almost surely could not have been constructed without a computer to do the heavy lifting. Without spoiling anything out here in the show notes, let's just say that the theme involved finding three answers that met ā¦
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Where Heir You? ft. Katherine Quigley
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Bill and Dani find a tudor in this fan created escape room from Katherine Quigley Check out the images and write up for this Escape Room below to follow along, or play yourself! https://www.consumethismedia.com/heir For everything Escape This Podcast, head to https://www.consumethismedia.com/escape-this-podcast To hang out with us and other fans, jā¦
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Best of Bucci: That whole Community Garden debacle. from Sep 10, 2024
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'Tea' or 'chai'? Why we misspeak. Fellatone.
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1012. Most words are different in different languages, but water from steeped leaves has only two main names: tea and chai. We look at why! Also, if you've ever mixed up words, like calling a butterfly a "flutterby," you'll love learning about what these slips of the tongue tell us about how we form sentences. The "tea" segment was written by Valerā¦
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Is Trudeau a political asset or a liability? | Harris vs. Trump debate
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A Liberal MP in Quebec says her constituents are "very adamant" that Justin Trudeau needs to step down as party leader and prime minister. As the party's caucus meets in Nanaimo, guest Mario Canseco, Research Co. president discusses the position the Prime Minister and federal Liberals are in, and ask viewers if Trudeau has become a liability for thā¦
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Fill Me In #459: Everything since then has been a gradual retreat.
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Front runners are beginning to emerge in the "pick Ryan's middle name" game, but is the voting secure? This week, Ryan and Brian yak about Bangor, the rising number of Raising Cane's, and whether or not names like Cottontail, Intriligator, and Wecht are real. Sounds like a bunch of tittle-tattle. If you get bored (how could you?!), write something ā¦
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Monday, September 9, 2024 - You know it's a classy puzzle when Dame Judi DENCH is in the grid
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Tim D'Alfonso has constructed an excellent Monday crossword -- his debut! -- with a smile-inducing theme and some fun cluing, including 42D, Your of yore, THY; 43D, Start of a donkey's bray, HEE; and the nostalgia-inducing 25D, ________ Sketch (classic toy), ETCHA. This was a great puzzle and likely a confidence-builder for those just starting to dā¦
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Send us a text Paul Campbell has starred in some of the most popular Hallmark movies, including the most-watched Hallmark movie of all time, Three Wisemen and a Baby. He even co-wrote that movie with Kimberley Sustad. But we love his portrayal of Alden Case in The Cases of Mystery Lane the most. This week, he will star in the much-anticipated sequeā¦
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Good Samaritans foil Vancouver attack | B.C.'s independent candidates | Arthritis awareness month
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We speak to good samaritan Chris Boyd, whose intervention helped stop an assault on a woman in East Vancouver on Saturday. We ask viewers what they feel bystanders can do when an attack happens in public. Then, we speak with Ashley Ramsey, former B.C. United candidate about her campaign as an independent in the upcoming provincial election. Finallyā¦
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Sunday, September 8, 2024 - A crossword that definitely gives it The Ol' College Try
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Occasionally at JAMDTNYTC HQ, the cohosts opinions are so divergent that one might be inclined to think they are talking about different puzzles: but they most definitely were talking about one puzzle today, that of 9/8/2024, which Jean found to be a piece o' cake, and Mike found to be ... not that. Deets inside, so have a listen, and, as always, wā¦
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Saturday, September 7, 2024 - Why do spammers always call on the heckelphone? š
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After last Saturday's killer crossword we were hoping that Joel might give us a break, but nooooooo, he still had the pedal to the floor, cruciverbially speaking. There were almost no gimmes in the grid, but a plethora of head scratchers, characteristic of David P. Williams, who has written 5 NYTimes crosswords -- 1 Friday, and the rest -- Saturdayā¦
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Episode 13 - The Psychology of Policing: Part II
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Retired Police Inspector Clive reflects on his time with the Major Incident Unit. He also tells Stewart and Peter how the police classify murders and how he and his team went about solving them.By psychologyofalmosteverything
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Episode 12 - The Psychology of Policing: Part I
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Peter and Stewart interview Clive, a retired "real life" Inspector Morse. Here in Part 1 Clive tells them why he joined the police and how, over the years, he moved from arresting car thieves to working on the Drugs Squad.By psychologyofalmosteverything
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Episode 11 - The Psychology of the Parole Board
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Parole Board Member and Panel Chair Ian Clewlow talks to Stewart and Peter about the Parole Board: how it operates, how effective it is, and how he believes it could be improved.By psychologyofalmosteverything
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We all sleep and we all dream. Psychoanalyst Dr Anne Patterson tells Stewart and Peter how psychoanalysis helps us to make sense of our nightly unconscious world.By psychologyofalmosteverything
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Friday, September 6, 2024 - CITI never sleeps ... but it does zone out from time to time š š§
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A challenging Friday crossword, more so in the top-left, less so in the bottom-right. There were a plethora of awesome clues in today's puzzle, including 5A, They often have multiple horns, SKABANDS (what, not TRICERATOPS?); 62A, Competition with many missions, SPACERACE (nice!); and the outstanding 11D, Chicken or mashed potato, DANCE (ha!) Show nā¦
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Thursday, September 5, 2024 - Yoinks, it's a ZEDONK! š
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We had an exceptional Thursday crossword -- no rebuses (rebusae(?)), but an inspired theme from the most brilliant Joe Deeney. We cover it in detail in today's episode, and you can see Joe's oeuvre at xwordinfo.com as well. Show note imagery: Look, ma, it's a ZEDONK! We love feedback! Send us a text... Contact Info: We love listener mail! Drop us aā¦
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A Complete Review of Mystery 101: Killer Timing
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Send us a text Is this the single best Hallmark mystery of all time? Eric and Andrea tackle that question as they review the penultimate installment of Mystery 101: Killer Timing. This complex mystery weaves not one, not two, not three, but four stories into one fantastic mystery. In addition to the normal review, they are joined by John Christian ā¦
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Vancouver mayor calls for public safety 'pivot' after attacks
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Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim says a "pivot" is needed in the response to public safety, after a random attack in the city on Wednesday left one man dead and another seriously injured. We speak to Dr. Julian Somers, clinical psychologist, SFU's faculty of health sciences, about community concerns and ask you how you think they should be addressed. Then wā¦
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