Best Davis Bates Podcasts (2024)

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Weekly Anime Review: Tow of God S2, One Piece, No Longer Allowed in Another World, Wistoria: Wand and Sword, and Alys Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian 40:01

1h ago40:01

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Support the Show.By Maxwell Ceresia and Davis Bates

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Stephanie Staples: Voice of Influence: Navigating the Speaker's Journey 42:34

4d ago42:34

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In this episode, Cheryl Knowlton and Stephanie Staples discuss: Strategies to improve speaking skills and how even non-masterpiece books can boost a speaking career The journey from nursing to life coaching and speaking, demonstrating the impact of sharing expertise and the role of professional associations in advancing a speaker's career through l…

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Weekly Anime Review: My Hero Academia S7, Tow of God S2, One Piece, No Longer Allowed in Another World, Wistoria: Wand and Sword, and Alys Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian 1:14:46

8d ago1:14:46

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We are back with another anime review and it’s a bit of long one because we are my hero fan boys. We kick it off with said anime My hero (1:45) followed up a while later by Tower of god (20:00). One piece (30:00) finishes up our combination review of the week. Then we go into No longer Allowed in Another World (45:30), followed up my Alya Sometimes…

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Phil Gerbyshak: Speaking Success: Transition, Transformation, and Authenticity 38:48

11d ago38:48

38:48

In this episode, Cheryl Knowlton and Phil Gerbyshak discuss: Effective strategies for improving public speaking skills and personal brand building. The challenging journey from starting a speaking career to landing the first paid gig. The significance of creating original content and learning from industry veterans. Shifting career paths to address…

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John Bates: Commanding the Stage: Secrets from TEDx Coaching and Beyond 45:26

18d ago45:26

45:26

In this episode, Cheryl Knowlton and John Bates discuss: John Bates' journey from undervaluing 'soft skills' to leveraging neurobiology and communication, aiding clients like NASA and Google. Lessons from TEDx, emphasizing the delivery of one central idea and insights from coaching nearly 400 TEDx speakers to create impactful messages. Practical ti…

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Weekly Anime Review: My Hero Academia S7, Tow of God S2, No Longer Allowed in Another World, My Deer Friend Nokotan, Wistoria: Wand and Sword, and Alys Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian 55:45

22d ago55:45

55:45

Support the Show.By Maxwell Ceresia and Davis Bates

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The Acolyte: Hello Darkness My Old Friend 50:55

25d ago50:55

50:55

And we are here on the other side of this disaster in the Star Wars universe. Not only was the acolyte based off a failed book series but it was just and overall fail for the lore of one of the greatest franchises of all time! Amir poor writing, bad acting, and just horrible studio response to fans this may be the worst thing to ever happen to Star…

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Angeline Hart: Building Bridges and Mastering Relationships 45:36

25d ago45:36

45:36

In this episode, Cheryl Knowlton and Angeline Hart discuss: Strategies for enhancing relationships in business, with family, and within oneself The lasting effects of childhood interactions on self-esteem and relationships Utilizing hypnotherapy and personal development programs for positive change Understanding the destructive power of contempt in…

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Sir Peter Bazalgette, former chair of ITV, on the funding and future of PSBs and the case for mergers 27:10

26d ago27:10

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Sir Peter Bazalgette was until recently part of the previous Government’s committee to review how the BBC was funded. In his distinguished career he has been responsible for shows such as Big Brother, Changing Rooms and Ready Steady Cook, he’s also a former chair of Arts Council England and in September 2023 he stepped down as chair of ITV. He is n…

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From Olympic Gold to Lasting Sobriety: Carrie (Steinseifer) Bates 47:42

27d ago47:42

47:42

We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. Join Matt Brown and Sam Davis as they dive into an inspiring interview with Carrie Bates, a three-time gold medalist from the 1984 Summer Olympics. Carrie shares how her older brother's passion for swimming ignited her Olympic dreams and recounts the pivotal moments that shaped her journey to…

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Weekly Anime Review: My Hero Academia S7, Tow of God S2, One Piece, No Longer Allowed in Another World, My Deer Friend Nokotan, Wistoria: Wand and Sword, and Alys Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian ... 1:06:05

29d ago1:06:05

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It’s time for another weekly anime review. This week we kick off with my hero academia (3:15) and their spectacular 7th season. Followed up by season two of tower of god (14:00), and One piece ties up the end of the regular epipsde (19:50). Then we get into something new as our hosts have both watched two anime without each other and will attempt t…

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Emilie Davis: Web Wizardry for Speakers: Designing a Dynamic Digital Footprint 46:01

1M ago46:01

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Speaker Real Podcast with your host, Cheryl Knowlton In this episode, Cheryl Knowlton and Emilie Davis discuss: Enhancing speaking skills through valuable resources aimed at both burgeoning and seasoned speakers The impact of energy and enthusiasm in podcasting and how that translates to engaging web design Transforming a chaotic website into a uni…

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Prof Dominic Wring on general election coverage audit, media bias, legacy v social media and populism 36:27

1M ago36:27

36:27

Academics from Loughborough University’s Centre for Research in Communication and Culture have conducted news audits for every General Election since 1992, and their audit for this election is out now. We talked to one of its authors, Professor Dominic Wring, about whether the public was well served by the media, whether legacy media still has a ro…

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Weekly Anime Review: Tower of God and One Piece 19:59

1M ago19:59

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This week are rocking another anime review and it’s a short one as we only have two to cover this week!! Plus we pick our randomized anime!!! We start out with the returning tower of god (1:00) which came back with some fantastic animation. Then we finish the week out with one piece (8:30)! Support the Show.…

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S3 EP1 - Kurt Schmidt, Founder of The Peer Network 45:15

1M ago45:15

45:15

Join me for a conversation with Kurt Schmidt, the founder of a company bringing peer support to people all over the country via their computers. The Peer Network allows anyone to connect with a peer support specialist.By Gerald Lott

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Overcoming Addiction Challenges as a Family 42:29

1M ago42:29

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We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. Do you wonder how to truly support a loved one battling addiction? This episode of the Party Wreckers podcast promises to equip you with some tools and insights you need to make a real difference. We kick things off as we dive into our newly launched virtual family support group, Intervention…

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Carrie Mann: Behind the Lens: Authenticity and Advancement in Personal Branding 55:07

1M ago55:07

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In this episode, Cheryl Knowlton and Carrie Mann discuss: The pivotal role of high-quality headshots in professional branding and self-assurance. Achieving authentic and joyful photos by engaging with personable photographers. Avoiding common blunders during professional photoshoots and embracing the evolution of personal comfort. The importance of…

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Dame Elan Closs Stephens former BBC acting chair on what she would like from a new Culture Secretary 38:27

1M ago38:27

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Dame Elan Closs Stephens was the acting chair of the BBC after the resignation of Richard Sharp in June last year until her retirement in March. She was a member of the BBC’s governing body since 2010, first serving as Member for Wales on the BBC Trust, until its dissolution in 2017, and then as the Welsh member of the BBC Board. On this week's epi…

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4th of July Episode: Best American Anime Character 30:26

1M ago30:26

30:26

It’s almost that glorious time of the year again where England boils in rage over the most bombastic country in the world THE USA BABY!!!!!! In honor of the Fourth of July we are ranking the best American characters in anime. So kick back and enjoy some freedom as we go over this short but impressive list!! Support the Show.…

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Weekly Anime Review: Kaiju No.8, My Hero Academia, Demon Slayer and One Piece 54:01

1M ago54:01

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We are back with our weekly anime review the flagship show!!! Kicking us off on this week of ending season we have My Heor Academia (1:15) thankfully continuing on. Followed up by the explosive end to kaiju no. 8’s (15:14) first season and oh boy was it a trip!! The mid season of demon slayer (21:15) finishes with a spectacular episode that reminds…

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Alan Smith: Finding Your Sole Path: Stories of Self-Discovery 37:45

2M ago37:45

37:45

In this episode, Cheryl Knowlton and Alan Smith discuss: The raw and genuine journey to becoming a professional speaker, including the uncertainties and triumphs faced along the way Balancing a dynamic family life with professional endeavors and discussing the influence of personal experiences, such as dealing with profound loss, on one's career pa…

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Olivia O'Leary former BBC and RTÉ broadcaster on the UK election, funding PSB's, Newsnight and the future of journalism 32:59

2M ago32:59

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Olivia O’Leary has been a television and radio broadcaster on both the BBC, ITV and RTÉ – the Irish public service broadcaster in her native Ireland. In 1985, Olivia became the first female presenter on BBC’s Newsnight. She later returned to Ireland, presenting once again ‘Today Tonight’ – RTÉ’s flagship current affairs programme. She has also pres…

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Worst Cartoon World To Be Stuck In 37:57

2M ago37:57

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We are bringing back the spinning wheel of fate again. Today we are talking cartoon worlds, specifically the worst cartoon worlds to live in. You have no powers, aren’t important, but are in the general vicinity of all the main characters shenanigans. Listen along and let us know if you agree with the worst world to live in winner. Support the Show…

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Weekly Anime Review: Kaiju No.8, My Hero Academia, Demon Slayer and One Piece 55:54

2M ago55:54

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It’s time for another anime review and this episode is just a little longer than Muzan’s waste of time walking scene. We kick it off with My Hero Academia (1:35), followed up by an animation packed Kaiju no. 8 (15:00). Then we have a pretty ok episode of Demon Slayer Hashira Training arc (27:00) which once again would have been a great episode if t…

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Questions to Ask When Calling a Treatment Center 36:14

2M ago36:14

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We want to hear from you! Send us a question or comment. Catch our exciting announcement about the upcoming intervention and admissions training in Birmingham, Alabama this October! Curious about the key questions to ask when seeking addiction treatment for a loved one? We discuss the importance of effective training and how families can better und…

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Sandra Tru: Finding Wholeness Through Blending Psychology and Spirituality 37:52

2M ago37:52

37:52

In this episode, Cheryl Knowlton and Sandra Tru discuss: Sandra's journey from acting and yoga to mindset coaching and public speaking Breathwork, meditation, and plant medicine practices that helped Sandra's personal growth Psychosynthesis and how it impacted Sandra's approach to mentorship and self-work Overcoming the fear of rejection and cultiv…

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Adam Boulton ex Sky News political editor on election coverage, Farage media manipulation, impartiality and his career 33:54

2M ago33:54

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Veteran journalist Adam Boulton spent more than thirty years at Sky News, twenty-five of those as political editor. He has been host for General and US elections coverage, invigilated the first leaders’ debate in 2010 and has the distinction of having interviewed every UK Prime Minister since Sir Alec Douglas-Home. He continues to write for Sky but…

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The Acolyte Episode 3: Look How They Massacred My Boy - The Death of Star Wars 45:55

2M ago45:55

45:55

We talk the third episode of the Acolyte , as is most the internet. One of the worst episodes yet in the new Star Wars series we break down what this means for Star Wars and what it means for Disney!! Support the Show.By Maxwell Ceresia and Davis Bates

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Weekly Anime Review: Kaiju No.8, My Hero Academia, Demon Slayer and Delicious in Dungeon 46:10

2M ago46:10

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Time for another weekly anime review the flagship show!!! Today we are changing up the line up because good old My Hero Academia is stealing the show (1:20). Kaiju no. 8 still comes up second in our line up they unleash some bit story changes (17:00). Demon slayer follows up with a half mid episode as they continue to demonstrate a lack of depth in…

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Talking Warhammer with a Special Guest! 40:49

2M ago40:49

40:49

We finish up this week with our guest Cody by talking some warhammer. We go over several points from both the perspective of a long time player and a short term lore junky. Support the Show.By Maxwell Ceresia and Davis Bates

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Jason Hewlett: Getting Started in Speaking 51:26

2M ago51:26

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In this episode, Cheryl Knowlton and Jason Hewlett discuss: The transformative power of improving communication and public speaking skills Personal reinvention and the role of mindset in shaping one's life and career The journey from being a Las Vegas entertainer to a successful corporate keynote speaker The importance of mentorship in recognizing …

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Peter Snow veteran BBC journalist on the general election campaign, Newsnight and election night coverage 29:32

2M ago29:32

29:32

Peter Snow is a former BBC Newsnight presenter (1980–1997), ITN Diplomatic and Defence Correspondent (1966–1979), documentary maker, and historian. Known for his iconic "swingometer" on election night, we discuss the drama of election night, the current election campaign, Newsnight, and being called a 'traitor'. “I think this election campaign is t…

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Jeopardy Battle: Return of The Back to Back Champ 26:32

2M ago26:32

26:32

It’s rematch time here in the Normal Nerds thunder dome!!! Today Cody has returned to our studio for another trivia session against Davis this time in the form of Jeopardy. Who will win, what categories are listed, and can Cody defend his winning title!!! Listen along and find out Support the Show.By Maxwell Ceresia and Davis Bates

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Weekly Anime Review With a Special Guest: Kaiju No.8, My Hero Academia, Demon Slayer, Delicious in Dungeon and One Piece 1:01:12

2M ago1:01:12

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It’s time for another weekly anime review. We kick the week off with a special guest making a fantastic reappearance on the podcast. But as for anime we begin with Kaiju no. 8 (1:30), followed up by the fantastic My Hero Academia (11:48). Demon slayer comes in with a better episode than last week but does not alleviate any concerns about this show …

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Cheryl Knowlton: New Direction 15:03

2M ago15:03

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In this episode, Cheryl Knowlton discusses: The rebranding of her podcast to focus on the power of being real in the speaking industry Her journey transitioning from a 25-year career in real estate to coaching speakers and professional speaking The importance of being authentic and sharing real, raw stories of success, including struggles and doubt…

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Worst Anime Character to Date Your Daughter!?! 26:26

2M ago26:26

26:26

We managed to get three full episodes out this week go us!!!! Today we are spinning that wheel again, this time to see who’s it the worst anime character to date your daughter!!! This one is kinda self explanatory in the name but listen along and see if you would be willing to let one of these dirt bags into your home! Support the Show.…

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Clarkson's Farm: Season 3 Review 21:57

2M ago21:57

21:57

While this third season of an amazing show has been out for a month or so it’s never too late to review a work of Jeremy Clarksons!!! We are huge fans of Clarksons Farm here at the normal nerds podcast and we thought season 3 was a spectacular performance. We go over the amazing show, why we think it is going so well, and how excited we are for the…

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Weekly Anime Review: Kaiju No.8, My Hero Academia, Demon Slayer, Delicious in Dungeon and One Piece 40:55

2M ago40:55

40:55

It’s time for another weekly anime review, the most consistent episode that we can put out these days!!! We kick it off with some Kaiju no. 8 (3:00) followed up by another show that dropped some crazy content My Hero Academia (6:40). Then we unfortunately have to review what is coming to be truly dubbed mid slayer with all this boring content demon…

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Christoph Merrill: Habit Freak: Overcoming Adversity and Achieving Clarity 1:05:06

2M ago1:05:06

1:05:06

In this episode, Cheryl Knowlton and Christoph Merrill discuss: Jason Hewlett's performance YouTube channel as a valuable resource for speakers Christoph's journey of becoming a speaker out of necessity and learning pivotal lessons The importance of transferring power and goodwill from one speaker to the next during live events The challenges of sp…

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Jamie Henriod: From Accidental Speaker to Inspirational Leader 28:29

2M ago28:29

28:29

In this episode, Cheryl Knowlton and Jamie Henriod discuss: Jamie's journey of becoming an accidental speaker, starting from her teenage job at a movie theater Overcoming self-doubt and low self-esteem by saying yes to things that scared her for a year Lessons learned from speaking engagements around the world and dealing with unexpected situations…

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Prof Catherine Johnson discusses what a Labour government might mean for PSB, the Media Bill and digital terrestrial switch off 30:24

2M ago30:24

30:24

Catherine Johnson is the professor of Media and Communications at the University of Leeds, author of the book Online TV, and a member of the Department of Culture, Media and Sports College of experts. With parliament now dissolved, we discuss what happened to the Media Bill and in what form did it survive - what was left in and out? Also, we examin…

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Weekly Anime Review: Kaiju No.8, My Hero Academia, Demon Slayer, Delicious in Dungeon and One Piece 1:05:02

3M ago1:05:02

1:05:02

Time for another anime review and we have our full line up of pretty decent episodes with some amazing bangers. Kaiju no.8 (2:02) leads the review to be followed up by the shocking My hero Academia (11:20). Then we bring you a new episode of demon slayer (24:00), with Delicious in Dungeon (40:00) to bring some light hearted story and crappy charact…

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Blue Stiley: The Superhero Within: Unleashing Your Inner Strength 48:11

3M ago48:11

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In this episode, Cheryl Knowlton and Blue Stiley discuss how to: Blue’s inspiring journey of overcoming adversity and finding his inner superhero through writing his book, "The Superhero in You" The impact of virtual mentors, like Jason Hewlett, on personal and professional growth The importance of connecting with influential people and surrounding…

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Jane Martinson ex Guardian media editor on Sir Paul Marshall, media ownership and impartiality 32:10

3M ago32:10

32:10

Jane Martinson, author of ‘You May Never See Us Again: The Barclay Dynasty: A Story of Survival, Secrecy and Succession’ is the former media editor at the Guardian and now Marjorie Deane Professor of Financial Journalism at City University. In the week the general election is called we discussed the potential takeover of The Telegraph by Sir Paul M…

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Weekly Anime Review: Kaiju No.8, My Hero Academia, Demon Slayer, Delicious in Dungeon and One Piece 45:49

3M ago45:49

45:49

Time for another anime review and we have our full line up of pretty decent episodes with some amazing bangers. Kaiju no. 8 (1:02) leads the review to be followed up by the shocking My hero Academia (7:20). Then we bring you a new episode of demon slayer (14:40), with Delicious in Dungeon (22:45) to bring some light hearted story and crappy charact…

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Shaun Barrowes: The Power of Creativity: Connecting, Collaborating, and Conquering 52:34

3M ago52:34

52:34

Shaun Barrowes, an American Idol season seven finalist, shares his experience on the show with the original judges and host Ryan Seacrest. He recounts the lengthy audition process and his interactions with Simon Cowell. Don't miss this heartfelt, empowering episode—perfect for anyone seeking the courage to "unmute" themselves and create the magic t…

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Audio expert Matt Deegan discusses BBC's podcast advertising plans, children's audio and the latest radio listening figures 31:07

3M ago31:07

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Matt Deegan is the co-founder of the award-winning Fun Kids, a digital radio station for families and children, which has just won the bronze award in the Radio Academy’s UK Station of the Year category. Given that the gold award went to BBC Asian Network and the silver to Talksport, this is a considerable achievement for a small independent networ…

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Weekly Anime: Kaiju No.8, My Hero Academia, Demon Slayer, Delicious in Dungeon and One Piece 1:05:46

3M ago1:05:46

1:05:46

Time for another anime review and we have our full line up. Moving forward after this week there should be time tags in the description. But we kick it off with Kaiju no. 8, to be followed up by the spectacular return of My hero Academia. Then we bring you a new 45 min episode of demon slayer that many of you saw in theaters, with Delicious in Dung…

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Eric Aroca: How One Teacher Changed a Student's Life 26:55

3M ago26:55

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In this inspiring new podcast, join Eric Aroca as he delves into the transformative power of passionate teaching and its profound impact on students. Uncover his personal journey of overcoming reading difficulties and dyslexia with the help of his sixth-grade teacher, Mrs. Chapman, whose innovative methods like comic books and picture recognition o…

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Jamie Angus, ex director of BBC World Service and 'Today' editor discusses Ofcom, consequences of WS cuts and funding solutions 32:52

3M ago32:52

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Jamie Angus is the former director of the BBC World Service and the former editor of 'Today' and 'Newsnight' who now works in the Middle East. We discuss Ofcom's oversight of broadcasters, the consequences of previous World Service cuts, and the impact of new ones. We also explore long-term solutions to the issue of its funding, which is under revi…

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