Best Elle Word Podcasts (2024)

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#102: Michael Jamin — Writing for TV, Personal Essays, Self-Publishing & Building a Platform 59:12

2h ago59:12

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TV writer Michael Jamin (‘Just Shoot Me!’ and ‘King of the Hill.’) on his experience as a writer and showrunner, growing his platform and how he created, promoted and self-published his book A Paper Orchestra, * ABOUT MICHAEL JAMIN Michael Jamin has been writing for television since 1996. His many credits include Just Shoot Me, King of the Hill, Be…

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from cosplay to college, with Chicago Teen Gamer's Guild intern Nat Cummings 38:26

5h ago38:26

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Nat Cummings has been doing cosplay for half their life. From appearing at C2E2 as Fiona from Adventure Time in 2016, to creating a themed mini-collection for their fashion class at Whitney Young Magnet High School, Nat has taken their love for costumes and clothing to bold new realms. In this episode, Nat joins Elle to talk about their internship …

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Esther Chapter 2: Queen Under Vashti 58:27

4d ago58:27

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Join George and Elle as they explore the text of Esther Chapter 2! Send in questions to TextInUs@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/support

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336. How to Keep Going When You Want to Quit 27:47

15h ago27:47

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Hey Runners, I have a little surprise for you this week. I'm bringing back an episode that was really popular in the past because A, I think it's a good one, and B, I have a hunch there's someone out there who needs to hear it again. So I hope you enjoy it and I'll be back with a new episode really soon. Listen in this week as I list the red flags …

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WHYLD46 - (Latino) Men Don't Cry? From People-Pleasing to Purpose - Dr. Paul Rivera 1:37:13

4d ago1:37:13

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Do you know who you are? “You're not white enough for the white people. You're not brown enough for the brown people, and it's our own people judging us.” Summary of what we talk about in the episode: Cultural belonging, financial pressures & mental health - what is it like being a Latino in the US? Vulnerability is strength? From “machismo” to aut…

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Esther Chapter 1: No Constraint 52:22

6d ago52:22

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Join George and Elle as they explore the text of Esther Chapter 1! Send in questions to TextInUs@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/support

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335. 8 Easy Ways to Think Like a Runner 27:21

8d ago27:21

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Hey Runners, I have a little surprise for you this week. I'm bringing back an episode that was really popular in the past because A, I think it's a good one, and B, I have a hunch there's someone out there who needs to hear it again. So I hope you enjoy it and I'll be back with a new episode really soon. This week, I’m speaking to all of you ladies…

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tell your story, and tell it well, with guest Max Kringen 43:29

14d ago43:29

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Our personal and brand stories are powerful tools to connect with others, and marketing in the last several years has exploded with story-based strategies for everyone from solopreneurs to huge corporations. Max Kringen, the founder of a Fargo-based story-driven creative studio, joins Elle to talk about the power of story not just for a marketing e…

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#101: Eliza Reid — Writing Fiction & Nonfiction as Iceland's First Lady 1:03:41

16d ago1:03:41

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The First Lady of Iceland Eliza Reid on her writing habits, her creative life and why the Iceland Writers’ Retreat is a perfect place for writers. We also discuss her fiction and nonfiction, navigating self-doubt, being tenacious with time and how she balances her responsibilities as a writer with her role in public service. * ABOUT ELIZA REID Eliz…

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Exodus Chapter 40: In All Their Journeys 37:25

13d ago37:25

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Join George and Elle as they explore the text of Exodus Chapter 40! Send in questions to TextInUs@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/support

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334. 5 Unexpected Things New Runners Need to Do 17:31

15d ago17:31

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Hey Runners, I have a little surprise for you this week. I'm bringing back an episode that was really popular in the past because A, I think it's a good one, and B, I have a hunch there's someone out there who needs to hear it again. So I hope you enjoy it and I'll be back with a new episode really soon. This week, I'm unpacking some of the things …

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#100: Clara Vulliamy — Crafting Picture Books and Older Children's Stories, Dealing with Rejection, Finding Your Voice 1:01:21

23d ago1:01:21

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Clara Vulliamy, a children’s author of over 30 books talks about how she approaches collaboration, and what she’s learned from decades in the world of children's publishing as an author and illustrator. * ABOUT CLARA VULLIAMY Clara Vulliamy is the daughter of author-illustrator Shirley Hughes and architect John Vulliamy. Her first experience of mak…

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333. 5 Myths About Running While Fat(& Why Fat Isn’t a Bad Word) 25:06

22d ago25:06

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Hey Runners, I have a little surprise for you this week. I'm bringing back an episode that was really popular in the past because A. I think it's a good one, and B. I have a hunch there's someone out there who needs to hear it again. So I hope you enjoy it and I'll be back with a new episode really soon. Tune in and buckle up because I’ve got some …

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grey-area drinking and the mother wound, with recovery coach Kristy Sarausky 46:35

28d ago46:35

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Everywhere you look, “Wine Mom” and other alcohol-adjacent identity branding hits us in the face, marketed specifically to women and femmes as a way to unwind and cope with the ever-increasing demands of contemporary life. In this episode of Hoorf!, Elle chats with Kristy Sarausky, a grey-area drinking recovery coach, about grey-area drinking— that…

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#99: Kim Krizan — Writing 'Before Sunrise' series, Crafting Memorable Characters For Ethan Hawke & Julie Delpy & Other Screenwriting Tips 1:01:21

1M ago1:01:21

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Before Sunrise co-writer, Kim Krizan on plotting for the screen, creating memorable characters for Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy and advice on how to start writing a screenplay. * ABOUT KIM KRIZAN Kim Krizan is the Academy Award-nominated writer of the films “Before Sunrise” and “Before Sunset.” Her book Original Sins: Trade Secrets of the Femme Fata…

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Exodus Chapters 38 and 39: Warrior Women 43:24

28d ago43:24

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Join George and Elle as they explore the text of Exodus Chapters 38 and 39! Send in questions to TextInUs@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/support…

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332. Strength Training Self-Care 28:46

29d ago28:46

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Welcome back to the Run Your Best Life interview series, where I talk to experts in the field on issues affecting Gen X women. Today, I’m talking with Coach Jen about getting back into strength training when you’re over 50. We’re chatting about some of the challenges and of course some solutions of maintaining a regular strength training routine. I…

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Exodus Chapters 36 and 37: Willing Generosity in the Morning after Morning 34:18

1M ago34:18

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Join George and Elle as they explore the text of Exodus Chapters 36 and 37! Send in questions to TextInUs@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/support…

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WHYLD45 - Am I Really Being Myself? Let This Exercise Guide You Towards a More Authentic Life 39:48

1M ago39:48

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How authentic do you allow yourself to be, truly? “Given the big role working plays in our lives, it would be a big loss if we couldn’t be ourselves at work, wouldn’t it?” In short, we talk about this in the episode: How does your body let you know when you are in alignment – and when you are straying from your truth? In which situations or environ…

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331. Over 50 Self-Care 21:13

1M ago21:13

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Welcome back to the Run Your Best Life interview series, where I talk to experts in the field on issues affecting Gen X women. Today, I want to talk about self-care in your 50s. Now, I am not talking about the type of self-care that's like manicures, pedicures, facials, spa days, vacations, a glass of wine with friends after a long week, etc. All o…

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Everybody Dance! a conversation on our creative lenses with documentary filmmaker Dan Watt 42:41

1M ago42:41

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Dancer, choreographer, and documentary filmmaker Dan Watt joins Elle for the first episode of March, which is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. He is eager to share his film Everybody Dance, which follows a group of diverse dancers with various disabilities as they prepare for a recital with an inclusive dance studio, Ballet For All Kids.…

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#98: Chip Conley — Why Life Gets Better With Age, Creativity in Midlife, Role of Newsletters and Blogs, Creating Ideal Conditions for Writing 56:58

1M ago56:58

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New York Times bestselling author Learning to Love Midlife on why life gets better with age, midlife as a chrysalis & awakening and how we can create the ideal condition for a Creative Life. * ABOUT CHIP CONLEY Chip Conley is on a mission. After disrupting the hospitality industry twice, first as the founder of Joie de Vivre Hospitality, the second…

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Exodus Mailbox 3 52:04

1M ago52:04

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Join George and Elle as they dive into the inbox for our 3rd Exodus Mailbox Episode! Send in questions to TextInUs@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/support…

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330. 2 Month Check In 13:05

1M ago13:05

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Welcome back to the Run Your Best Life interview series, where I talk to experts in the field on issues affecting Gen X women. Today, I am taking a little breather before I dive back into the podcast. I wanted to check-in and see if you are enjoying the interview series that just finished up. I had such a blast talking to so many awesome women who …

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#97: Leo Vardiashvili — Disciplined Writing, From Aspiring to Debut Author, Plotting Literary Fiction, Maintaining Pace, Organising the Query Process 53:14

2M ago53:14

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Leo Vardiashvili on disciplined writing, completing his literary novel and writing about home. * ABOUT LEO VARDIASHVILI Leo Vardiashvili moved to London with his family as a refugee from Georgia when he was twelve years old. He studied English literature at Queen Mary University of London. * RESOURCES & LINKS Hard by a Great Forest by Leo Vardiashv…

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Exodus Chapter 35: Wise of Heart, Willingly Generous 56:09

2M ago56:09

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Join George and Elle as they explore the text of Exodus Chapter 35! Send in questions to TextInUs@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/support

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329. GenX woman and ADHD 55:49

2M ago55:49

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Welcome back to the Run Your Best Life interview series, where I talk to experts in the field on issues affecting Gen X women. Today I am talking with the incredible Emma Magenta about being an ADHD woman. Emma is a feminist ADHD coach who helps ADHD women thrive. Tune into this episode where Emma and I talk about how ADHD is just one way that a br…

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MAID to order; a frank discussion on Canada's Medical Assistance in Dying, with disability advocate Andrew Gurza 45:00

2M ago45:00

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Content note: this episode contains swearing, and is a frank discussion about death, directed death, and medically assisted dying. We encourage our listeners to exercise care while listening to this episode. Toronto-based disability advocate and real-life disabled icon Andrew Gurza returns to Hoorf for their second appearance in this heavy-hitting …

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#96: Lucinda Halpern — How to Get Signed With a Literary Agent, Unlock Your Book’s Big Idea, Query Letter Essentials, Unconventional Ways to Engage With Beta-Readers 1:02:06

2M ago1:02:06

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New York Literary Agent Lucinda Halpern on positioning your book, finding the big idea for your pitch and finding and getting signed with a literary agent. Also, query letter essentials and how to get feedback from beta readers. * ABOUT LUCINDA HALPERN Lucinda Halpern is a New York literary agent with over 15 years' experience securing book deals w…

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Exodus Chapter 34b: The Horns of Moshe 42:53

2M ago42:53

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Join George and Elle as they explore the text of Exodus Chapter 34 Part B! Send in questions to TextInUs@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/support

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328. Dating After Divorce 52:18

2M ago52:18

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Welcome back to the Run Your Best Life interview series, where I talk to experts in the field on issues affecting Gen X women. Today I am talking to the amazing Sade Curry about dating after divorce. Sade is a dating coach for divorced women. She is the host of the Dating After Divorce podcast. She is, also, certified in trauma coaching, feminist c…

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#095: Hester Musson — Writing Gothic Historical Thrillers, Querying Agents, Moving Past Rejection, Creating Tense Dialogue 58:34

2M ago58:34

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Hester Musson (The Beholders) on her writing and querying process for her gothic historical thriller. She also talks to us about how she overcame rejection and got published. * ABOUT HESTER MUSSON Hester Musson studied at Bristol University and the RCS in Glasgow. She worked as an actress and autocue operator in London before writing full time, and…

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Exodus Chapter 34a: Crookedness, Crime, & Errors 54:16

2M ago54:16

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Join George and Elle as they explore the text of Exodus Chapter 34! Send in questions to TextInUs@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/support

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327. How to dress your age when you don't feel your age 47:16

2M ago47:16

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Welcome back to the Run Your Best Life interview series, where I talk to experts in the field on issues affecting Gen X women. Today, I am talking the completely fabulous Judith Gaton about dressing your age when you don't feel your age. Judith is the creator of the wildly popular Modern Charm School. She is the author of How to Act Like a Fucking …

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WHYLD44 - Women, Would You Pay for Sex? Pillow Talk With a Male Escort - Ben Nordmann 1:14:55

2M ago1:14:55

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Can you imagine paying for a sexual service? “My goal is that a client is not booking me again.” In short, we talk about this in the episode: Why do women pay for sex? And is it a bad thing? How does one become a callboy… and why? Why does a sex worker say, “my aim is that no woman calls twice”? Is this even legal? Germany’s Prostitution Protection…

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people are just complicated plants, with Curly Dacs of Griot Goods 45:53

2M ago45:53

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Content Note: this episode contains swearing Griot Goods owner and exuberant plant nerd Curly Dacs joins Elle for an upbeat episode, where Curly shares some wisdom from the potting bench: people are really just complicated plants. Plant parents of all skill levels (and no skill level at all!) will want to hear what she has to say, so dig into this …

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#094: Farrah Storr — Lessons from a former Editor-In-Chief at ELLE & Cosmopolitan on Writing Engaging Articles, Substack, and Leaning into Discomfort 54:59

2M ago54:59

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Farrah Storr, former Editor-In-Chief (ELLE/ Cosmopolitan) and Head of Writer Partnerships for Substack on what it takes to grab the attention of a reader, overcoming the fear of publishing work and leaning into discomfort. We also discuss how we might think like an editor with our own writing, and how we might use feedback constructively. We also c…

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Exodus Chapter 33: Lest I Eat You on the Path 52:14

2M ago52:14

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Join George and Elle as they explore the text of Exodus Chapter 33! Send in questions to TextInUs@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/support

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326. Taking care of yourself when you're also taking care of aging parents 39:59

2M ago39:59

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Welcome back to the Run Your Best Life interview series, where I talk to experts in the field on issues affecting Gen X women. Today I am talking with Suzy Rosenstein about taking care of yourself when you are also taking care of aging parents. Suzy is a midlife coach and mentor who specializes in helping women over 50 regret-proof their lives so t…

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Ep 67 Geomancy Part 2 1:20:03

2M ago1:20:03

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RJ and Elle continue their coverage of Geomancy, earth magic. RJ describes the Harmonic Convergence event that took place in 1987 around the world. RJ also describes the history of Sedona's magical "vortexes" that are rumored to amplify spiritual and psychic energies. Elle then re-performs the readings for Christopher Fox Graham's kids. The reading…

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#93: Jami Attenberg — Writing 1000 Words A Day, Learning How to Write Again, Finding Creative Inspiration, Committing to Creativity Daily 1:02:56

3M ago1:02:56

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The New York Times bestselling author Jami Attenberg talks about her latest non-fiction book 1000 Words: A Writer’s Guide to Staying Creative, Focused, and Productive All Year Round, her journey from being a broke writer to creating a successful creative career, creating the #1000wordsofsummer movement and how she fights for a life of writing. We a…

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Exodus 32: Patrick Swayze & the Answer of Heroes 1:04:58

3M ago1:04:58

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Join George and Elle as they explore the text of Exodus Chapter 32! Send in questions to TextInUs@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/support

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325. It doesn't have to be that way - dealing with chronic pain and aging 54:02

3M ago54:02

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Hello, my friends and welcome back to the Run Your Best Life series where I talk to experts in the field on issues affecting Gen X women. Today I'm chatting with the absolutely fabulous Deb Malkin about the aches and pains that sometimes come with aging and how to make it easier on yourself. Deb is a feminist and a Master Certified Mind Body Coach …

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Ep 66 Geomancy Part 1 48:08

3M ago48:08

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RJ and Elle begin their coverage of Geomancy, divination using the Earth. RJ goes into the history of Ley Lines and how these debunked theories have continued to this day. RJ describes the Earth Mysteries movement and the beginnings of the New Age movement and teases the Harmonic Convergence event that helped put Sedona Arizona on the map. Elle and…

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#92: Alex Bescoby - Documentary Storytelling, Brand Partnerships, Funding for Filmmaking, Editing for TV and Pulling Together The Right Team 1:06:38

3M ago1:06:38

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Filmmaker, author, presenter Alex Bescoby (The Last Overland) takes us behind the scenes of his Channel 4 documentary. We discuss brand partnerships, finding the right team, dealing with setbacks and the editorial process. * ABOUT ALEX BESCOBY Alex Bescoby is an award-winning filmmaker, best-selling author, and an experienced broadcaster. His films…

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324. Diet culture, health and body image in your 40s and 50s 48:20

3M ago48:20

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Welcome back to the Run Your Best Life interview series, where I talk to experts in the field on issues affecting Gen X women. Today I am talking about diet culture and body acceptance in your 40s and 50s with the amazing Pam Moore. Pam is an Occupational Therapist turned award-winning Intuitive Eating Coach and Journalist. She has written for the …

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#091: Suzie Sheehy — Writing Popular Science, Making Complex Subjects Accessible, Narrative Nonfiction, The Reality Of Getting Published, Twelve Experiments That Changed Our World 1:04:11

3M ago1:04:11

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Accelerator Physicist and author Dr. Suzie Sheehy (The Matter OF Everything: Twelve Experiments That Changed Our World) on simple storytelling techniques to make science and other complex subjects engaging. Plus, Suzie's early impressions as a first-time author, her process for writing and researching The Matter of Everything, and overcoming her 'v…

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Exodus Chapter 31: The Finger of Elohim 36:48

3M ago36:48

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Join George and Elle as they explore the text of Exodus Chapter 31! Send in questions to TextInUs@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elle-grover-fricks6/support

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323. Hey Girl, It's Time To Admit You Are In Perimenopause 46:28

3M ago46:28

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Welcome to the second interview in the Run Your Best Life series where I talk to experts in the field on issues affecting Gen X women. Today we're gonna chat about menopause and perimenopause with the amazing Michelle Kepler. Michelle is a registered acupuncturist, Chinese medicine practitioner, and Master Certified Feminist Life Coach. Her clinica…

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WHYLD43 - Words Divide, Words Unite? The Magical World of Lobsterbird 1:40:17

3M ago1:40:17

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What is a Lobsterbird? “As the saying goes: A fish and a bird could fall in love. But where would they live?” In short, we talk about this in the episode: White-Asian, male-female, arts-science - what is it like to be a builder of bridges between polarities? 88 temples in 24 days – why Lobsterbird completed Japan’s Shikoku pilgrimage in record time…

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