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Every Wednesday, longtime pals David Spade and Dana Carvey take you behind the curtain of showbiz as they hang out and chat with friends (old and new) from all corners of the entertainment world. Be a “Fly on the Wall” as the guys and their guests share stories, tell jokes, do characters and talk SNL lore – there’s a little something for everyone. On Fridays, join Dana and David for Superfly, this time with or WITHOUT guests, to riff on current events, pop culture, trending clips, and audien ...
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I Survived

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What is it like to face death and make it out alive? Based on the groundbreaking A&E television series, I Survived documents harrowing stories of human endurance. In their own words, survivors recall how they overcame unbelievable circumstances that changed their lives forever.
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We tell our children unsettling fairy tales to teach them valuable lessons, but these Cautionary Tales are for the education of the grown ups – and they are all true. Tim Harford (Financial Times, BBC, author of “The Data Detective”) brings you stories of awful human error, tragic catastrophes, and hilarious fiascos. They'll delight you, scare you, but also make you wiser. New episodes every other Friday.
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Two of Westminster's best-connected journalists Sky News’ Sam Coates and Politico’s Jack Blanchard are still daily as we enter a new era of UK politics. They're across the key interviews, the main stories and what the parties are saying. An essential 15 minute political conversation to start your day.
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Bible Stories

Todd Haymans and Matt Mullins

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The Bible Stories podcast features two buddies (Todd and Matt) who love the stories of the Bible and want to share them with you. Each week, the podcast will feature a new and exciting Bible Story.
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King Falls AM centers on a lonely little mountain town's late-night AM talk radio show and its paranormal, peculiar happenings and inhabitants. New shows available the 1st and 15th of every month! Be sure to start from Sammy's first show (May 1st, 2015) to stay up to date with all your King Falls favorites.
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Invest Like the Best with Patrick O'Shaughnessy

Colossus | Investing & Business Podcasts

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Conversations with the best investors and business leaders in the world. We explore their ideas, methods, and stories to help you better invest your time and money. Hear stock market and boardroom insights you can't find anywhere else. If you're a professional investor, CEO, entrepreneur, or business strategist, this is for you. Explore all our episodes and learn more at https://www.joincolossus.com
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The Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast is about fly fishing education and lifestyle. Hosted by Rob Snowhite, a renowned urban fly fishing guide and fly tyer in Northern Virginia and Washington D.C. This podcast is a laid back, non-technical approach to fly fishing for the novice and expert angler. Rob’s sense of humor and background in biology combined with his encyclopedic knowledge of nature and fishing makes this show unique. And yes, Snowhite is Rob's real last name.
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Why We Fly is a General Aviation podcast sharing pilot stories that illustrate the reasons behind why we choose to fly airplanes. We hope to share the adventure, excitement, and incredible experiences of flying. The goal is to entertain pilots and more importantly to inspire potential pilots to learn more about flying and hopefully one day become pilots themselves. Almost anyone can fly. We are here to share the Why.
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Earn miles without flying. Frequent Miler is all about getting the most out of the loyalty game. You can easily earn hundreds of thousands of points and miles without traveling, then learn how to use those points towards luxury travel. In this podcast, Frequent Miler founder Greg, and senior author Nick debate current topics in the points & miles world.
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Bizarre Yarns

Hostee Productions

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A podcast yarning on about the strange and mysterious happenings within the Australian continent. From cryptids, unexplainable phenomena, hauntings, to urban legends—you name it, we’ve got it!
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Sci on the Fly

AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellows

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A production of the AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellows, the Sci on the Fly podcast helps explain and illuminate the best stories shaping the world of science policy.
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What If World - Stories for Kids

Eric O'Keeffe / Starglow Media

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What if a dragon lived in my closet? What if there were a never-ending bowl of ice cream? Pirates, fairies, wizards, robots, and friends help Mr. Eric tell stories inspired by kids’ questions. What If World’s progressive stories will keep kids laughing while fostering curiosity, imagination, and resilience. Listen Ad-Free: patreon.com/whatifworld Call in a What-If Question to 205-605-WHAT or email whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com!
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Dave from the Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Blog interviews the biggest names in fly fishing and fly tying today. He digs out all of the best fly fishing tips and tricks to help you understand how to choose the right gear, find fish, present the fly, discover new patterns and much more. Find out about new rods, lines, techniques, knots, tying tools and unheard of tips along with great stories about life and the times of some of the most knowledgeable guides, shop owners, and fisherman from aroun ...
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We try to capture the fly fishing life. An in-depth conversation with Fly fishers from all walks of life, their stories, inspiration, passion and dream destinations. Where do you go to talk fly fishing? We talk tunes, sports, day jobs, life on and off the water. Get embedded in the fly fishing world. Tying, entomology, gear, techniques, crazy stories and lotsa laughs. Join us for a unique look at the fly fishing life from those that live it.
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The fly tying vise is like a campfire...bust one out, sit back, and listen to the stories unfold. Our vise is located in the "February Room", a Montana basement where the juices flow, and wild and wooly fly fishing experiences are recounted. Hosted by Justin and Lauren Karnopp. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lauren-karnopp3/support
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Welcome to Urban Valor, where we hear the stories of our veteran heroes in their own words. Within these vet interviews, you'll hear everything from combat stories, life stories pre/post military, military transition, and everything in between. Our interviews aren't just war stories or combat veteran interviews, but interviews from any military veteran willing to share. Our mission is to educate the masses with what military veterans go through while serving their country and how life has be ...
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Award-winning podcast hosted by voice artist Darren Marlar who narrates true stories of crime, the unexplained, and paranormal. * Ranked #2 in Podcast Magazine‘s “Best True Crime and Horror” podcasts for 2020 * Named one of the “Best Storytellers in Podcasting” in 2019 by Podcast Business Journal * Darren Marlar’s narration of “The Tell-Tale Heart” won Bronze at HEAR NOW 2020 Podcast Palooza * Reached #5 worldwide on the “HOT 50” chart for November 2020 by Podcast Magazine * Finalist for”Sto ...
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With a passion for storytelling, Mill House is more than a fishing podcast. Comprised of in-depth conversations with innovators, legends, and pioneers of the outdoors, we expose untold and compelling stories from industry leaders.
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There are billions of birds flying around the world, let's get a know some of them! Episodes will feature one bird, highlighting their history and role in the modern world, as well as a myth or legend centered around that bird from around the world. Hosted by birdnerd Will, featuring guests from the birding community.
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The Most Genuine Fly Fishing Podcast In The World. Tailer Trash Fly Fishing is a podcast produced in a double wide trailer along the shores of Mosquito Lagoon who enjoy the finer things in life, like smoked meats, pickled vegetables and beer. Join us around an old oak table to hear our latest fly fishing adventures. While most stories take place in Florida's saltwater destinations, we've been known to chase fish from Alaska, Colorado, Montana, Tennessee and the Carolinas. We share our un-var ...
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Humans have been telling each other stories since before writing. Around fires, looking up at the stars, human beings found comfort and connection through imagination and stories. I'm Lynne Thompson -- Tech Writer, rising Voice Actor, and podcaster! I have always loved hearing people's stories, especially when they have overcome something, and then share it with the rest of us! So far the podcast has included stories on Overcoming Addiction, the Entrepreneur journey, Dealing with Mental Illn ...
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Finding good new music can be a full time job, so let KEXP help! In Our Headphones brings you five song recommendations every Monday, straight from KEXP’s DJs and Music Directors. We learn stories and insights about the artists, make connections between the music and the world around us, and get to know the diverse roster of DJs that make up the KEXP airwaves. Join hosts Janice Headley and Isabel Khalili on this never-ending journey of music discovery.
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The Financial Independence Show

Cody Berman and Justin Taylor

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Cody Berman and Justin Taylor believe in the concept of “Financial Independence For All”. The Financial Independence Show focuses on REAL stories of individuals on their journey to financial independence. Each episode aims to include actionable insights and takeaways for listeners to implement into their own financial situation. The podcast covers topics like building wealth, entrepreneurship, investing, money mindset, small business, frugality, geoarbitrage, side hustles, real estate, produ ...
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Welcome to "Growing Up Tales," the heartwarming story podcast specially crafted for children. Join us on a magical journey as we explore stories centered around the challenges and joys of growing up. Through tales of family bonds, friendships, setbacks, and the mysteries of life, our podcast provides a delightful space for young minds to navigate the intricate web of emotions and experiences. Each episode is a treasure trove of lessons, laughter, and love, making "Growing Up Tales" the perfe ...
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The What if its True Podcast features odd stories from ordinary people like you and me. Each episode will have one or more stories the writers claim are true. You can dismiss them as told by folks with great imaginations. You might even call them liars. Most people do. If you're like me though, there is always that nagging question you ask, but can't get an answer to. That question: What if it's True? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-if-it-s-true-podc ...
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"Mending on the Fly" is a podcast hosted by Devin Carlson that delves into the world of fly fishing, focusing on its therapeutic and environmental aspects. Through engaging discussions, expert insights, and captivating stories from the water's edge, each episode takes listeners on a serene journey down the river to explore the profound impact of fly fishing on personal well-being and conservation. Whether you're a seasoned angler looking to perfect your craft, a newcomer navigating the compl ...
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The CryptoNaturalist is a scripted fiction podcast all about real love for imaginary nature. It’s about cryptids and other weird and wild topics. Featuring poetry and field reports to make our world a richer, stranger place. New episodes 1st/15th.
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Outdoor Journal Radio: The Podcast

Outdoor Journal Radio Podcast Network

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Drawing from their experience as two of Canada’s most prominent outdoor personalities, hosts Angelo Viola and Peter Bowman explore the environmental topics, issues, and events that matter to the everyday outdoorsman. Joined by a wide variety of guests, ODJ Radio seeks to answer the questions and tell the stories of all those who enjoy being outside. Your stories, your questions, on your schedule
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Dive into India’s untold tales with ‘A Century of Stories’ presented by IDFC First Bank. From ISRO’s first steps to IPL’s unsung heroes, Kunal Vijayakar unveils the behind-the-scenes moments that shaped modern India. Watch the stories come alive on YouTube or let the tales enthrall you on your favorite podcast apps. This isn’t history – it’s the backstory.
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Real Stories with Random Writers

R.A. Spratt, Jacqueline Harvey & Tim Harris

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This podcast is hosted by R.A. Spratt, Jacqueline Harvey and Tim Harris. We're all authors, which means we tell stories for a living. This podcast is all about sharing our stories with you. We'll have a special guest each week.
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Welcome to Holiday Extras Suitcase Stories, the podcast that lets you travel the world without leaving your seat. Join us, the team behind Holiday Extras Social media accounts, as as we unpack our suitcase of behind the scenes stories from recent trips, share our tried and tested travel hacks, test our travel knowledge, discuss the latest travel trends and decided where to travel next! Phew .. how many times can one person fit the word travel into a sentence!
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🌬️✨ Little Dandelion's flying dreams came true with the help of Grandpa Wind's magical touch! 🌼🪁Join us on this whimsical adventure as Little Dandelion learns that even without wings or a puffy body, she can soar through the sky with a little bit of magic. 🪄🌟Stay tuned for more enchanting stories and magical moments! 📚🌈…
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IN THIS EPISODE: A university apartment is filled with ghostly voices, shadows and footsteps. *** The playful spirit of a child haunts a home in Canterbury, England. *** A woman hears footsteps in an empty bedroom. *** The biblical story of the witch of Endor. Just a story, or was she a real woman with supernatural powers? *** Did a British Air For…
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Lucy Morgan passed away from a freak accident on a family vacation. AND A day after the bride was riding in the bed of a truck and flew out, a Utah couple married and started sharing about safely securing vehicle items on the road. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/lucy-morgan-freak-ba…
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Welcome to another episode of A Century Of Stories presented by IDFC FIRST Bank! APJ Abdul Kalam is a name that resonates throughout India's scientific and political history. From leading India's missile program to becoming the nation's 11th President, he redefined leadership and inspiration. This aerospace engineer turned 'Missile Man' left an ind…
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This week, we visit with a West Virginia man who shows his love for fishing by building exquisite, handmade fly rods. It’s a long process, but he shares his knowledge with others. We also spill the tea on a classic roadside attraction in Chester, West Virginia. And punk music photographer Chelse Warren takes us into the pit for stories and observat…
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Travis Althouse, a construction technologist, shares his journey in the construction industry and his passion for driving digital transformation. From his childhood love for Legos and SimCity to his experience with Revit and other construction software, Travis has always been drawn to building and problem-solving. Video recording at https://youtu.b…
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Dimity Iverwold is on a mission to protect her wealthy twin brother Chambrey from fortune-hunters despite the lack of a family dragon to assist her. Stranded in the sleepy little town of Merrywist for the Season (where her best bonnets are utterly wasted), she might have to save more than one gentleman from an unfortunate marriage… Sign up to my au…
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IN THIS EPISODE: In the heart of England's St. Osyth village lies The Cage, an unassuming house with a chilling past as a jail for accused witches. When Vanessa Mitchell moved in, she unknowingly stepped into a nightmare of ghostly apparitions and terrifying events that forever altered her life. (The Cage: Britain’s Answer To The Amityville Horror)…
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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:56.629 = Orbiter X, Episode 1 ***WD 01:33:22.317 = Orbiter X, Episode 2 ***WD 03:04:08.497 = Orbiter X, Episode 3 ***WD 04:27:29.698 = Orbiter X, Episode 4 ***WD 05:48:01.953 = Show Close ***WD = Remastered by Weird Darkness (ADU) = Air Date Unknown Weird Darkness theme …
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IN THIS EPISODE: Charles Willey experienced hundreds of fires on his property in the summer of 1948 – but how did they start? (The Macomb Firestarter) *** Two men interested in the same woman – all three spending a day together. Not a good plan from the start. Add a bit of alcohol and you just may have a powder keg ready to explode. (Rum, Jealously…
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IN THIS EPISODE: Were the Tate-LaBianca murders attributed to Charles Manson actually the results of a drug burn? And was Manson simply a scapegoat? *** Matthew Weeks was found guilty and hanged for the murder of Charlotte Dymond. Today it is said that the ghosts of both of them roam the countryside – but could it be that Matthew’s ghost is lamenti…
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#scarystories #halloweenstories #halloweenkids #storiesforkids #kidsstories #scarystoriesforkids #microterrors Find more family-friendly frights and creepy games to play on our website at http://MicroTerrors.com! Visit our website: https://MicroTerrors.com Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/microterrors Other stories, novels, and more from aut…
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IN THIS EPISODE: A young wife, home alone with her husband in the military, begins experiencing strange happenings in their apartment. *** On a rainy night, a man begins to hear strange sounds from above that can’t be explained. *** A WeirdDarkness listener tells their story of being terrified by an entity… for over 21 years. *** A deceased relativ…
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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:56.276 = CBS Radio Mystery, “A Bride for Death” (December 04, 1974) 00:47:34.469 = The Thin Man, “The Thin Man” (June 08, 1936) ***Low Quality 01:47:41.149 = 2000 Plus, “The Other Man” (June 07, 1950) ***WD 02:19:43.310 = The Unexpected, “Cargo Unknown” (ADU) ***WD 02:36…
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There are a bunch of hotel credit card offers that are bigger than usual right now, some of them pretty surprising. That's what we'll discuss in this episode of Frequent Miler on the Air. (01:20) - Booking Hilton stays with a mix of points and a free night award - just watch for a 3 night minimum. (Mail Bag) (05:32) - Read how to find SLH hotels bo…
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Mick O’Farrell is an Irish fly angler and is that rare breed who moved to the UK and subsequently established a high reputation for himself on the stillwaters in England in addition to his prowess in Ireland. He became well known for his book, ‘A Passion for Trout’ and could often be read in UK fly fishing publications discussing stillwater tactics…
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David and Dana are back in studio! They talk wet vs. dry monsters, sweaty shirts, Indian weddings, poop rivers, Jeff Bezos, and of course the Trump assassination attempt. Please check out our sponsor http://awaytravel.com/fly To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about…
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Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/634 Presented By: Stonefly Nets, TroutRoutes, Togens Fly Shop In this podcast, Dave talks about In this episode, AJ Gottschalk of Project Healing Waters talks about how their organization helps veterans through fly fishing. But did you know it also benefits volunteers just as much? Today, we’ll explore how their …
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Lauren and Ashley arrived in the Florida Keys with little expectations and a boat-load of pent up angst. This was to be their first ever attempt at tarpon-on-the-fly. They had been warned of the challenges of pursuing the Silver King and few of their friends gave them much of a chance of actually landing on a tarpon on their initial foray. However,…
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Panic has erupted in the cockpit of Air France Flight 447. The pilots are convinced they’ve lost control of the plane. It’s lurching violently. Then, it begins plummeting from the sky at breakneck speed, careening towards catastrophe. The pilots are sure they’re done-for. Only, they haven’t lost control of the aircraft at all: one simple manoeuvre …
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When little Harvey finds out he’s finally adopted, the 6-year-old’s reaction is just too precious. What a joyful moment! AND Distraught mom Gena Wilson reunited with her missing baby boy after a determined stranger found the child just in time! To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/finally…
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IN THIS EPISODE: It’s Thriller Thursday, and this time I’m bringing you a classic short story of sci-fi horror from Ray Bradbury entitled, “The Jar.” The story takes us to a carnival side show and to, as Bradbury describes it, "one of those pale things drifting in alcohol plasma,.. with its peeled, dead eyes staring out at you and never seeing you.…
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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:56.089 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Dice of Doom” (December 02, 1974) 00:48:41.251 = Sleep No More, “Over The Hill / The Man In The Black Hat” (December 05, 1956) ***WD 01:13:26.384 = Sounds of Darkness, “Killers” (July 28, 1967) ***WD 01:41:19.982 = Strange, “Deja …
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🌟 Hank the Hippo's adventurous dreams can get pretty wild sometimes! 😴 Imagine visiting the magical Birthday Castle where food never ends. 🎂 But watch out, even in dreams, overindulgence can lead to some pretty funny and surprising moments. 🛏️Hank learned his lesson and won't be too greedy again.🌈🍬 Sweet dreams and happy adventures! 🦛💫🍔🍰😄----------…
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Wesley Benn, architect and founder of the Digital Built Environment Institute, shares his journey in the architecture and construction industry. From a young age, Wesley had a passion for architecture and design, which led him to pursue a career in the field. He started his own architectural practice and later became an early adopter of Revit, whic…
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This week on Outdoor Journal Radio, Ang and Pete are joined by the man behind most of your favourite outdoor gear, Ian Mucher! First, however, a bit of housekeeping was in order. Topics discussed included: Vova's new job; Eating Wild's one-year anniversary; William Shatner's take on salmon farming; and trusting your leader knot. With those matters …
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Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are here with their guide to the day ahead in politics. On day 13 of Labour’s new government, PM Keir Starmer heads to meet the rest of the European Political Community, hosting over 40 leaders in Oxford, where he will announce plans that Britain will “help lead” EU-wide eff…
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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)… 00:00:00.000 = Show Open 00:01:56.430 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Aaron Burr Murder Case” (November 28, 1974) 00:47:58.909 = Obsession, “Murder Deferred, a.k.a. Second Best” (Air Date Unknown) 01:19:45.070 = Origin of Superstition, “Kissing Under Mistletoe” (Air Date Unknown) ***WD 01:34:56.109 …
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IN THIS EPISODE: The Hamilton-Byrne family was anything but typical, rather it was a doomsday cult with a leader who believed herself to be the reincarnation of Jesus Christ. (Inside the Family Cult) *** On this date, October 24, 1953, Evelyn Hartley, a 15-year-old sophomore from La Crosse, Wisconsin, vanished without a trace while on her way to a …
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Cody & Justin have worked hard on their finances and fitness over the past few years. Through these pursuits, they’ve noticed many similarities in the methods it takes to be successful in both. Some of these areas include: Compounding Tracking Social norms Mentality Budgeting Unfortunately, the fitness and finance worlds have been purposely overcom…
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Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/633 Presented By: TroutRoutes Today, we're diving into the world of next-generation angling boats with Rich Batcheller from Abstract Watercraft. Rich is the brain behind the revolutionary carbon fiber raft. Find out how their design can help eliminate line tangles and redefine rafting, as well as the features tha…
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Capt. Aaron Snell embodies the spirit of exploration and innovation in fly fishing as well as conventional fishing. With a soft-spoken demeanor that belies his deep knowledge of the waters around Key West, Florida, Aaron is renowned for his unconventional approach and keen intellect on the water. Born and raised in the heart of Florida's fishing co…
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Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Jack Blanchard are here with their guide to the day ahead in politics. Today is the first King's Speech of the Labour era, as Jack and Sam rattle through what to expect. Meanwhile, Sir Keir Starmer is hosting the Irish prime minister as part of his pledge to "reset EU relations" and Boris …
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IN THIS EPISODE: Divers venture into the world of the deep, observing seascapes and wildlife most will never witness for themselves. While divers often come across incredible life never seen before, fascinating them and us after seeing the photos, other diver encounters with the unknown leave a lasting impression due to their sheer terror. (Divers’…
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IN THIS EPISODE: Did lost cosmonauts make it into space before Yuri Gagarin? (The Tombs in Space) *** Don't take a gift from Gracie Watson's grave... or her life-like statue might cry tears of blood. (Gracie’s Ghost) *** A latchkey kid comes home to an empty house… or so they thought until they heard footsteps in another room. (The Laundry Room) **…
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