Best Géographie Locale Podcasts (2024)

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Marstrand is a seaside locality situated in Kungälv Municipality 2:28

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Västra Götaland County, Sweden. It had 1,320 inhabitants in 2010. The town got its name from its location on the island of Marstrand. Despite its small population, for historical reasons Marstrand is often referred to as a city.

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Gotland is a large Swedish island and province in the Baltic Sea. 2:45

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The biggest town, Visby, is distinguished by its cobblestone streets and well-preserved medieval city wall. Visby is also home to the grand, centuries-old St. Mary's Cathedral. Ruined medieval churches around town include St. Nicolai and St. Karin. Nearby, Gotlands Museum traces the island's natural and cultural history with art and artifacts…

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Lund is a city in the province of Skåne, at the southern tip of Sweden. 1:57

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In the cobblestoned old town, the grand, centuries-old Lund Cathedral was built in the Romanesque style. Nearby, the Kulturen open-air museum features replicas of buildings from medieval times to the 20th century. The Lund University Historical Museum displays archaeological relics from the Stone and Bronze ages, plus a large coin collection.…

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Malmö is a coastal city in southern Sweden 1:55

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It lies at the eastern end of the striking Öresund Bridge, a long road and railway bridge–tunnel running to Copenhagen, Denmark. In the city center, Lilla Torg is a cobblestone square with cafes, half-timbered houses and shops selling local handicrafts. Malmö Castle, a 16th-century fortress built by King Christian III of Denmark, houses nature, his…

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Motherhood, entrepreneurship & sustainability: navigating impossible expectations while caring for yourself and others, and building things that center care 55:09

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Episode 324, Kestrel welcomes Camille Forde, a mother and entrepreneur working at the intersection of business, sustainability, and community-centered solutions, to the show. With over a decade of experience, Camille has led corporate responsibility efforts at top professional services firms, earned an MBA from UC Berkeley with a focus on sustainab…

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Kiruna is a town in the far north of Swedish Lapland. 1:52

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It’s known for the huge LKAB iron ore mine and its underground visitors center with an exhibit on mining. Hjalmar Lundbohmsgården, the 19th-century former home of LKAB’s first managing director, is now a museum with a courtyard photography exhibit. Kiruna Church is notable for its bell tower and resemblance to the traditional huts of the indigenous…

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Kestrel on vulnerability, personal health, podcast evolutions & a question to sustainable fashion folks: are you OK? 16:14

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Episode 323 features Kestrel (just me!) in the first-ever solo episode of the show. With a primary focus on vulnerability, Kestrel shares some of the rollercoasters she has faced personally over the last year (from health to finances), why she and Nat are parting ways when it comes to regularly hosting the show, the true costs of producing a podcas…

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Abisko is a small village in Sweden, north of the Arctic Circle. 2:08

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Just out of town, extending from the southwestern shore of Torneträsk Lake, is Abisko National Park. Surrounded by mountains, it shelters lemmings and reindeer, plus the Lapp orchid. The King’s Trail begins in the park and leads to Hemavan, in the south. The Aurora Sky Station, on Mount Nuolja, is an observation center for the Northern Lights.…

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Autumn Delights, Supernatural Moments, Horror Masterpieces And Angry Walter Is A Sponsor 1:16:31

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Lewis, Ivo, Fernando and Lauren are joined by Sofia, Alena, Jamie and Thomas to illuminate the following topics: Fall Specific Food Supernatural Experiences Best horror flicks ever Angry Walter returns as a sponsorBy Wednesday Night Undressed

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Belize (S6.07)

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Audio: Belize In this episode of 80 Days: An Exploration Podcast we’ll be talking about the Central American country Belize, formerly known as British Honduras. This small country on the Yucatan Peninsula. It is bordered by Mexico to the north, the Caribbean Sea to the east, and Guatemala to the west and south. This region was a stronghold of the M…

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Gothenburg, a major city in Sweden, is situated off the Göta älv river on the country's west coast. 0:50

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An important seaport, it's known for its Dutch-style canals and leafy boulevards like the Avenyn, the city's main thoroughfare, lined with many cafes and shops. Liseberg is a popular amusement park with themed rides, performance venues and a landscaped sculpture garden.

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Visby is a town on the Swedish island of Gotland in the Baltic Sea. It's known for its well-preserved town wall, a medieval fortification incorporating defensive towers. 1:50

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The town's many churches include the grand, centuries-old St. Mary's Cathedral and the medieval ruins of St. Nicolai and St. Karin. The main square, Stora Torget, has cobblestone streets lined with cafes and restaurants.

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Lapland is Finland’s northernmost region, a sparsely populated area bordering Sweden, 1:58

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orway, Russia and the Baltic Sea. It’s known for its vast subarctic wilderness, ski resorts and natural phenomena including the midnight sun and the Northern Lights. Capital Rovaniemi is the gateway to the region. The homeland of the indigenous Sami people, which extends into neighboring countries, centers on the far north.…

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ITS040: Geography of Mysticism 9:48

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In this last episode of Isn't That Spatial, we cover places that are believed to have some mystical powers/woo-woo significance based on geographic location. This episode is dedicated to Sarah Wirtz. <3By Amanda King

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Phobias and Generational Stereotypes 45:52

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Lewis, Ivo, Lauran, Anthony, Alena, Chris congregate in the deepest chambers of Murph's Pub to discuss the following topics: Phobias Generational StereotypesBy WNU

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Uppsala is a city near Stockholm, in Sweden. 1:53

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It's known for Uppsala University, founded in the 15th century. The original university building, Gustavianum, is now a museum housing the Augsburg Art Cabinet, an elaborate, 17th-century cabinet of curiosities. Nearby, the Carolina Rediviva library displays the 6th-century Silver Bible. Uppsala Cathedral is the burial place of Swedish royals like …

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Stockholm, the capital of Sweden, encompasses 14 islands and more than 50 bridges on an extensive Baltic Sea archipelago. 1:59

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The cobblestone streets and ochre-colored buildings of Gamla Stan (the old town) are home to the 13th-century Storkyrkan Cathedral, the Kungliga Slottet Royal Palace and the Nobel Museum, which focuses on the Nobel Prize. Ferries and sightseeing boats shuttle passengers between the islands.

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Sweden is a Scandinavian nation with thousands of coastal islands and inland lakes, along with vast boreal forests and glaciated mountains. 1:44

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Its principal cities, eastern capital Stockholm and southwestern Gothenburg and Malmö, are all coastal. Stockholm is built on 14 islands. It has more than 50 bridges, as well as the medieval old town, Gamla Stan, royal palaces and museums such as open-air

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Geiranger is a village in western Norway, at the head of Geirangerfjord. 1:54

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The Norwegian Fjord Center has multimedia on the history of the region and its inhabitants. Part of the steep Trollstigen mountain road weaves through the village, connecting to Flydalsjuvet lookout, which has views over the fjord. The fjord’s waterfalls, including the Seven Sisters, the Suitor and the Bridal Veil, are visible by boat.…

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Svalbard is a Norwegian archipelago between mainland Norway and the North Pole. 1:54

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One of the world’s northernmost inhabited areas, it's known for its rugged, remote terrain of glaciers and frozen tundra sheltering polar bears, Svalbard reindeer and Arctic foxes. The Northern Lights are visible during winter, and summer brings the “midnight sun

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Stavanger is a city in southwestern Norway. In the center of town, Stavanger Cathedral dates back to the city’s 12th-century founding. 1:58

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Stavanger Museum chronicles the city’s history and displays preserved wildlife. The Norwegian Petroleum Museum illuminates the oil industry with submersibles, a large drill bit and an escape chute. The shopping street Øvre Holmegate is known for its colorful

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Lofoten is an archipelago in Norway. Its known for its dramatic scenery, with peaks like the Svolværgeita pinnacle jutting up into the sky. 1:58

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Himmeltindan Mountain sits on Vestvågøya Island. The nearby Lofotr Viking Museum features a Viking longhouse reconstruction. Cycle routes cover the islands, passing through fishing villages like Henningsvær, which has colorful buildings lining its waterways.

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Wellington, New Zealand (S6.06)

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Audio: Wellington LISTENER SURVEY In this episode of 80 Days: An Exploration Podcast we’ll be talking about Wellington, New Zealand. Located at the south end of the country’s North Island, Wellington is the third largest city, and capital of New Zealand. Māori oral tradition tells that Kupe discovered and explored the region in about the 10th centu…

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The Sognefjord or Sognefjorden Located in Vestland county in Western Norway, it stretches 205 kilometres (127 mi) inland from the ocean to the small village of Skjolden in the municipality of Luster 2:10

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The fjord gives its name to the surrounding district of Sogn.The name is related to Norwegian word súg- "to suck", presumably from the surge or suction of the tidal currents at the mouth of the fjord.

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Nelson ZêPequéno of Black Men With Gardens and Cayetano Talavera of Hecho By Caye on why fashion needs to listen to nature’s lessons on slowing down, tuning in, practicing patience & cultivating creativity ... 1:04:31

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Episode 322 features Nelson ZêPequéno, a Ghanaian-American Artist and the founder of Black Men With Gardens and Sustain Creative, alongside Cayetano Talavera, a fiber artist, zero waste fashion designer, and the creative force behind HECHO BY CAYE. Through ‘Black Men With Gardens’, a digital and print publication, Nelson spotlights the connection B…

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At BSL Learning, we're dedicated to providing you with the best learning resources and support. Whether you're just starting out or looking to enhance your skills, we've got everything you need to succeed! Our comprehensive courses are designed to cater to all your educational needs. From expert instructors to top-notch materials, you can trust us …

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Food 101 Foundation 1:43

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The Food 101 Foundation is dedicated to combating food insecurity and promoting nutritional well-being in underserved communities. Our primary goals include alleviating hunger by providing access to nutritious meals, educating communities on healthy eating habits, and supporting local food systems to ensure sustainable sources of nourishment. We ad…

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Oslo is the capital and most populous city of Norway 2:08

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It constitutes both a county and a municipality. The municipality of Oslo had a population of 709,037 in 2022, while the city's greater urban area had a population of 1,064,235 in 2022,[and the metropolitan area had an estimated population of 1,546,706 in 2021.

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Book 101 Review Foundation 2:33

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https://gofund.me/db5ab1e2 We are excited to announce a special fundraiser hosted by Book 101 Review podcast in support of less fortunate children around the world. Our goal is to foster a love for reading and provide essential educational resources to children who need them the most. By participating in this fundraiser, you can help us supply book…

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Teju Adisa-Farrar of Black Fiber & Textile Network and Author Layla K. Feghali on geography and what our relationship to place can teach us about sustainability 1:23:56

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Episode 321 features Teju Adisa-Farrar, the founder and co-creator of the Black Fiber & Textile Network and the creator/host of the Black Material Geographies podcast, alongside Layla K. Feghali, the founder of River Rose Remembrance, a Plantcestral & Ancestral Re-Membrance practitioner, cultural worker, author & story re-collector (archivist). Tej…

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Ålesund is a municipality in Møre og Romsdal County 1:56

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It is part of the traditional district of Sunnmøre and the centre of the Ålesund Region. The town of Ålesund is the administrative centre of Ålesund Municipality, as well as the principal shipping town of the Sunnmøre district. The town is a sea port and is noted for its concentration of Art Nouveau architecture. Although sometimes internationally …

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Honningsvag is the northernmost city in mainland Norway. 1:53

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It is located in Nordkapp Municipality in Finnmark county. Honningsvåg was declared a city in 1996, despite its small population. The 1.05-square-kilometre (260-acre) town has a population of 2,484 (2017), which gives the town a population density of 2,366 inhabitants per square kilometre (6,130/sq mi…

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Episode 22 – MENA Local Governance with Dr Ellen Lust, Dr Intissar Kherigi, & Dr Christiana Parreira 45:36

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In collaboration with the Governance Uncovered podcast of the Governance and Local Development Institute (GLD), Ellen Lust moderates a discussion on decentralisation and local governance in the Middle East and North Africa, focusing in particular on Tunisia, Lebanon, and Jordan. She is joined by Intissar Kherigi, Christiana Parreira, and Ezra Karme…

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Gravdal is a village in Vestvågøy Municipality in Nordland county, Norway. 3:04

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It is located on the island of Vestvågøya in the central part of the Lofoten archipelago, north of the Arctic Circle. The village is situated along the shore of the Buksnesfjorden, about 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) southwest of the town of Leknes. The village also lies approximately 72 kilometres (45 mi) west of the town of Svolvær and 63 kilometres (39 …

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Trondheim s a city and municipality in Trøndelag county, Norway. 3:05

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As of 2022, it had a population of 212,660.Trondheim is the third most populous municipality in Norway, and was the fourth largest urban area. Trondheim lies on the south shore of Trondheim Fjord at the mouth of the River Nidelva.

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Olden is a village and urban area in the municipality of Stryn in Vestland county, Norway. 3:01

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Olden is located at the mouth of the Oldeelva river at the northern end of the Oldedalen valley on the southern shore of the Nordfjorden. It is located about 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) southwest of the village of Loen, about a 16 kilometres (9.9 mi) drive southeast of the municipal center of Stryn, and about 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) east of the village of…

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Bergen is a city on Norway’s southwestern coast. It's surrounded by mountains and fjords, including Sognefjord, the country’s longest and deepest 3:12

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Bryggen features colorful wooden houses on the old wharf, once a center of the Hanseatic League's trading empire. The Fløibanen Funicular goes up Fløyen Mountain for panoramic views and hiking trails. The Edvard Grieg House is where the renowned composer once lived.

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Flåm is a village in the Flåmsdalen valley which is located at the inner end of the Aurlandsfjorde. 3:01

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A branch of Sognefjorden. The village is located in Aurland Municipality in Vestland county, Norway. In 2014 its inhabitants numbered 350.

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Montserrat, Spain (S6.05)

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Audio: Montserrat LISTENER SURVEY In this episode of 80 Days: An Exploration Podcast we’ll be talking about Montserrat in Catalonia, Spain, a spectacular mountain range not far from Barcelona. Montserrat was “Montserrat” literally means “serrated mountain” in Catalan, and the name accurately describes its bizarre and unique aspect with a multitude …

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Morning Mantras, Zoos, Splendid Childhood Memory and Sarcastic Movie Critic Vincent Von Connoisseur is a sponsor 1:14:51

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Lewis, Fernando and Ivo are joined by Meredith, Chris, Cassidy, Alena, Lauran, Anthony and Marshal have assembled once again inside the cavernous Murph's irish pub to discuss the following topics: Morning mantras and routines Do we really need zoos? What is the best day in your childhood? Sarcastic movie critic Vincent Von Connoisseur is a sponsor…

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Ivo's Stay At A Nuclear Missile Silo, Panic Jazz, Brownie Geography, Anti-Trump Commercial and Amazon Vs. Netflix 59:05

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Murph's Irish Pu has once again sheltered the motliest of crews. Lewis, Ivo and Fernando are joined by Chris, Andrei, Parker, Lauran, Anthony and Julian in order to discuss the following topics: Ivo spends the night at a nuclear missile silo What is Panic Jazz? What is the best part of a brownie? Would the new anti-Trump ad achieve anything? Amazon…

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Norway s a Nordic country in Northern Europe, situated on the Scandinavian Peninsula. 3:34

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Norway has a total area of 385,207 square kilometres 148,729 sq miles and had a population of 5,488,984 in January 2023.[The country shares a long eastern border with Sweden. It is bordered by Finland and Russia to the northeast and the Skagerrak strait to the south. Norway has an extensive coastline facing the North Atlantic Ocean and the Barents …

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Tricky-Dicky Eclipse, Determinism Punches Out Fate, Wrestlemania and Internet Browsers 1:17:13

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Lewis and Ivo are joined by Fernando, Marshal, Cassidy, Julian, Lauran, Nate and Greg Esquire to discuss the following earth-shattering topics: Who got eclipsed on Monday? Faith or free will? Is Wrestlmania the center of the observable universe? What are the best Internet browsers?By Wednesday Night Undressed

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Spooner Advocate, Spooner, Wisconsin 1:02:20

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Hey everyone! After 30 episodes over two seasons, we've decided to put The Littlest Headline to bed. We'll all be heading off to college soon, but we will cherish our time here forever. Thank you very much to all of you who supported us this far. Your listenership means a lot to us and we're glad that you were there to learn everything about this w…

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Idaho Mountain Express, Ketchum, Idaho 40:14

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Rowan brought the nice article. Moses brought the crazy one. Yony's trying his best to say "absurd" without getting all that heat from the other two. Watch out for mountain lions though. They're everywhere. Well, not everywhere. Just here with us, with you, in Ketchum, Idaho! Back away slowly while maintaining eye contact. In this episode, we read …

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Wafa Ghnaim of Tatreez and Tea & Dr. Tanveer Ahmed of Central Saint Martins on preserving culture, decolonial frameworks, and how intersectional reform can be a pathway toward sustainable fashion futures ... 1:21:11

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Episode 320 features Wafa Ghnaim, a Senior Research Fellow at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Curator for the Museum of the Palestinian People and Founder of The Tatreez Institute, alongside Dr. Tanveer Ahmed, a Senior Lecturer in Fashion and Race at Central Saint Martins and also Course Development Lead for MA Fashion and Anthropology at London Co…

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Geography 101 Volume 1 Europe (Scandinavia) 2:37

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Geography 101: Volume 1 – Europe is a comprehensive and insightful exploration into the multifaceted landscapes of Europe, designed to provide readers with a profound understanding of the continent’s geography, culture, history, and socio-economic dynamics. This volume carefully balances academic rigor with accessibility, making it a valuable resou…

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Sustainable fashion podcasters unite — Emily Stochl of Pre-Loved Podcast & Stella Hertantyo of Conscious Style Podcast help us reflect on 11 years since Rana Plaza, celebrating collective movements & ways ... 1:13:36

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Episode 319 features guests Stella Hertantyo, the co-host of the Conscious Style Podcast, alongside Emily Stochl, the host and creator of Pre-Loved Podcast. Stella also works as writer and communications coordinator, while Emily also works as the Vice President of Advocacy & Community Engagement at Remake. “There are so many painful roots when you …

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