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From Canada, with Peter Noce, a media producer and technology trainer/tutor and Harry Posner, a writer, author and former Poet Laureate; sharing our interests and passions with you, on 'The Sill'. The original concept of our podcast was to explore areas relating to Art and Technology, evolving into a virtually ‘no limits’ conversation. Neither of us are experts, nor profess to be. We are on the same level as the listener, offering up ideas and thoughts that come from our life experiences, in ...
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Multi-platinum selling pop artist Andy Grammer is creator and host of The Good Parts, a podcast series that digs into the philosophies, failures and spiritual experiences that make up the lives of each guest. Andy's guests are some of the most interesting and creative people in business, entertainment and media. Each episode is an intimate conversation as Andy and his guests trade stories, and get to the heart of who they are and why they do what they do.
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TSP228 - Hernia Chronicles: Stories of Repair, Recovery, and Resilience
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One in four men will have to deal with a hernia in their lifetime. Peter and Harry have a phone discussion about their respective inguinal hernias and compare their private versus public care experiences in Ontario, Canada: Peter at the Shouldice Hospital, Harry at a public hospital. SPECIAL NOTE: While private hospitals are not allowed under Ontar…
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It’s an open secret that Peter’s co-host Harry is obsessed with the game of chess, as is The Sill’s interview guest, Kyle Creamer, who harry met at the Bluenose Open chess tournament in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Kyle’s first published book chronicles his journey towards the title of Grandmaster. Kyle Creamer - https://kylecreamerauthor.com Duration: 37…
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TSP226 - A Defence of Poetry in the Digital Age
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Following Harry’s recent talk at Acadia University in Wolfville, Nova Scotia, Peter reached out to him by phone to discuss the highlights of the presentation and celebrate the release of Harry’s latest poetry book titled ‘Fractures’. Duration: 27:23 Credit: YouTube Segment with Mary Oliver - Wild Geese Posted: April 7, 2024 Highlights Harry discuss…
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TSP225 - A Life of Travel: Stefania Ingrosso
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Dreams can become a reality. In this informative and very expressive episode of travel adventures abroad, join our guest and world traveler, Stefania Ingrosso, as she shares her experiences and insights on embarking on her transformative journey, offering a glimpse into the joys, challenges, and rewards of exploring half the world’s countries toget…
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TSP224 - Shattered Cultures and Simpler Times
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The hosts reminisce on their formative years growing up in the 50’s, 60’, and 70’s, culminating in the question: Was life more straightforward and less fragmented in those days, as compared to life today? Duration: 31:17 Credit: YouTube Segment with Karen Morgan - Every Generation Explained Posted: March 10, 2024 Highlights Comparison of culture an…
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The notion of evil is nothing new, but the word itself has become an increasing part of our daily lexicon. Is this word overused? Should we modify our understanding of this word and the way we apply it in our daily life? Duration: 31:27 Credit: YouTube Segment with Ricky Gervais - Invite Hitler Or Little Girl With Food Allergies Posted: February 25…
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In acknowledgement of the exponential growth of podcast listeners around the world, The Sill presents a montage of episode segments for those of you who are new to our podcast. This episode includes excerpts from some of our past ‘Planetary Postcards’ and ‘The Undefinable Spirit’ interviews. The complete episodes of the included interviewees, in se…
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In this post - not - post period of the Covid Chapter, it seems clear that there’s still no absolute clarity about the impact this chapter is having on our individual and collective well being. What happened and how do we gain perspective on that period, and move towards a healing process? Duration: 37:28 Credit: Excess deaths debate on January 16 …
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A conversation exploring the physiological and psychological effects of a hurried lifestyle on people's innate and natural rhythms. As life’s tempo accelerates exponentially around us, how can we, not only cope, but also thrive in this frenetic environment? Duration: 29:01 Posted: January 14, 2024 Highlights: Impact of technology on the pace of lif…
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TSP219 - Exit Stage Left: Good leavings. (TSP031 Revised)
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Last rights, or last rites? Before the curtain is drawn, somber or joyful, which would you choose? Duration: 25:18 Posted: December 31, 2023 Highlights: * Preferences for own funerals and ways to celebrate life and honour the deceased * Personal experiences with funerals, including those of family members * Harry's desire to be cremated and have hi…
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TSP218 - Automation: Embracing or displacing? (TSP024 Revised)
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Automation’s impact on our everyday life. A wolf in sheep’s clothing? Duration: 21:41 Music Credit: Flight Of The Conchords - Robots Posted: December 17, 2023 Highlights: Impact of automation on society Historical context of automation and the industrial revolution Automation affecting both blue-collar and white-collar workers Challenges of transit…
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TSP217 - Freedom’s Just Another Word: Real or BS? (TSP021 Revised)
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Unpacking the idea of freedom in a world seemingly bound by restrictions and limitations. Breaking the shackles. Duration: 21:42 Posted: December 3, 2023 Highlights: Limitations of freedom of speech and self-censorship in society Societal norms and the influence of religion on censorship Control of information and manipulation in censorship Persona…
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TSP216 - The Hippo and The Oxpecker: Repairing the synapses of community. (TSP066 Revised)
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From the Humongous Fungus of Oregon to the wave of human migration spreading across our planet, life has become more dependent than ever on the value of connectivity. Duration: 28:19 VoxBox: Tim Berners-Lee, inventor of the World Wide Web. Posted: November 19, 2023 Highlights: Importance of connection and continuity in communities Symbiotic relatio…
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TSP215 - Facsimile: Finding authenticity in a simulated world. (TSP018 Revised)
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Is it live or is it Memorex? Sifting through a world of facsimile in a quest for authenticity. Duration: 18:58 Music Credit: Ella Fitzgerald singing behind, ‘Is it live or is it Memorex?’. Posted: November 5, 2023 Highlights: Lack of authenticity in food and the rise of simulated products Disconnect between people and the source of their food Decli…
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TSP214 - Do It Yourself Healing: Carrots versus chemicals. (TSP032 Revised)
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Modern western medicine would be wise to embrace and integrate the traditional art of healing. Duration: 24:25 Posted: October 22, 2023 Highlights: Benefits of natural remedies and integrative medicine Importance of considering weight, lifestyle, and nutrition before medication Holistic and naturopathic treatments gaining popularity Criticism of pr…
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TSP213 - The Absence Of Silence: Is technology engulfing us in a world of noise? (TSP061 Revised)
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The short answer is yes… The sonic landscapes through which we move offer us both challenges to, and opportunities for, our general health. Duration: 24:32 Posted: October 8, 2023 Highlights Impact of technology on sound and noise levels Effects of sound on hearing impairment Characteristics of sound: frequency, quality, and loudness Measurement of…
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TSP212 - Act Your Age: Where’s the manual? (TSP010 Revised)
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Ageism is the new social prejudice, at a time when people over 65 are beginning to outnumber those under 15. Coping with the disadvantages of aging, while cherishing the advantages a long life can bring. Duration: 22:16 Posted: September 24, 2023 HIghlights: Aging and its perception in different cultures Prevalence of ageism in society Bridging the…
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TSP211 - Transcendent Tunes: Hey kids, it’s twinkle time. (TSP089 Revised)
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For millennia, lullabies have lulled children into slumber land. From ancient Egypt to modern day, tunes like Twinkle,Twinkle, Little Star and their relative importance often goes unnoticed or unappreciated. Duration: 22:41 VoxBox: Audio segments from YouTube - Various artists and performers. Music Credit: Israel "IZ" Kamakawiwoʻole - Twinkle Twink…
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TSP210 - The Undefinable Spirit: The bassoon takes a bow, with Nadina Mackie. (TSP086 Revised)
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Solo bassoonist, Nadina Mackie is the most widely recorded Canadian bassoonist in history, with 17 new works for solo bassoon and orchestra written for her in the last decade. Nadina intimately describes her journey. Nadina Mackie: https://nadinamackie.com Duration: 37:54 VoxBox: Audio segments from YouTube - March 2014 - Trumpet virtuoso Guy Few a…
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TSP209 - Time Trek: Hagia Sophia - Church of the holy wisdom. (TSP120 Revised)
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For almost fifteen hundred years, the largest basilica in the world, Hagia Sophia, was at the spiritual centre of both the Christian and Muslim worlds. An architectural wonder, it inspired builders and designers of sacred spaces for centuries. Duration - 23:12 Credit: NPR excerpt on 'The Sound of The Hagia Sophia, More Than 500 Years Ago.' Posted: …
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The early industrial revolution spawned a spirit of experimentation and invention, and gave birth to innovative individuals - as noted in this podcast - Thomas Edison, Nikola Tesla and George Westinghouse. These inventors, among others, were instrumental in creating technologies that fundamentally changed the world forever. Duration - 31:07 Credit:…
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Two of the most fundamental human activities, rocking and rolling, have catalyzed human behaviour and invention for thousands of years. From technological developments to popular toys, their influence is immeasurable. Duration - 27:17 Credit: YouTube Segment on Alan Freed - Rock & Roll Radio Show Posted: July 16, 2023…
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Getting old is inevitable, and yet we struggle with accepting this very natural process. As a society, how do we navigate the minefield of social obligations, economic necessities and physical reality of a fast growing sector of the population? Duration - 31:55 Posted: July 2, 2023By Peter Noce & Harry Posner
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is enveloping humankind like an uncertain cloud. From its unofficial origins in 1940’s wartime Europe to the modern day furor over ChatGPT, advancements in AI magnify the critical questions about human evolution and the world of technology. Duration - 36:21 Credit: YouTube Segments on AI co-produced Taryn Southern's new…
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Much of what we take for granted in the affluent West is a direct result or consequence of the impulse to protest injustices and other forms of oppression. There are more ways than ever, in the modern world, to express and actualize our discontent. From the use of social media to creating a podcast to approaching a local politician, protest, both i…
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