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Hello, I am your host Jennk. I am a middle school English teacher who finds comfort in sharing her journey of being present in the haunting rhythms of teaching through finding balance, dissecting struggles, learning grace, with occasional stories from and discussions with guests on Education.
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René Coman sits down with the original Troubled Man, Manny Chevrolet, over cocktails at the Ring Room, in the heart of an old-school New Orleans social haunt. Manny is an L.A. native who had been through the Hollywood wringer by his late 20s. He then moved to New Orleans to become a perennial candidate for mayor and make a feature film about it. René is a New Orleans native who's been in the music biz wringer since he was a child. They are the Troubled Men for Troubled Times.
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Off The Beaten Track uncovers the secrets behind the most peculiar corners of the world. Each episode examines a new dark destination in a chilling campfire story – because sometimes, you don’t need to leave the comfort of your home to go on a spectacular adventure. Off The Beaten Track is an Oman FM original podcast written & presented by Sara Al Lawati and edited & mixed by Abdullah Al Maawali.
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Curiosity has always pushed humankind out of our comfort zone. But what happens when we encounter something we can’t seem to explain?We create stories of monsters and ghosts, yet, these stories sometimes seem to be far more fact than fiction. Join me, Alex Morrell, as I take a look at some of the strangest encounters that might change what you view as normal. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/oddencounterss/support
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Weird Island

Weird Rhode Island

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Small state, big on the weird! Weird Island brings you some of the strangest stories you probably haven’t heard before, all originating in little Rhode Island. Maybe you’re a true crime fan, but you’re burning out on the binges and looking to shake things up. Well, look no further! We’ll bring you unsolved mysteries, conspiracy theories, weird history and even some MURDER (no need to completely leave your comfort zone). Join us as we uncover some strange stories from the smallest state.
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Liturgies for Parents with Kayla Craig

Kayla Craig and Christian Parenting

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If you're like most parents, you're exhausted. Prayer feels out of reach. But you're not alone. With short, welcoming episodes, Liturgies for Parents invites parents like you to take a breath and find comfort in the prayers of another. Each week, you'll hear some scripture, a short prayer, and a gentle reminder of God's presence in your life from Kayla Craig, a mom of four and author of Every Season Sacred: Reflections, Prayers, and Invitations to Nourish Your Soul and Nurture Your Family Th ...
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Near Death

Dying For Media

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If you were expecting a sad, depressing podcast about death... this isn't it! Nikki Boyer created the podcast Dying For Sex, which was named Podcast of the Year by the Ambies. Now, she's introducing us to Reverend Peggy, who has been present for the final moments of nearly 2,000 people. A lead chaplain at one of the world’s most renowned hospitals, Peggy shares with Nikki the most riveting end-of-life stories from her 20-year career in spiritual care, with one goal in mind: to help everyone ...
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The acclaimed writer and comedian has recently published his debut novel, “The Knights of Wade,” a comic tale set in New Orleans. Having written several successful children’s books, including “Jokes for Crescent City Kids,” his latest work has been favorably compared to “A Confederacy of Dunces” for its quirky local flavor. Tonight Mike encourages …
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The award-winning photographer and freelance journalist’s focus on New Orleans culture dates to her work for the legendary Michael P. Smith. While working as Gambit Weekly staff photographer, she’s chronicled the city’s contrasts and contradictions, producing images both comic and tragic, sacred and profane. Her new book, “The Danse Macabre: Celebr…
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Musician and electrical/HVAC contractor Sage Maas and Narcissy guitarist/mastermind and registered nurse Jay Holland have been running partners going back to the heyday of the Mermaid Lounge. Sage survived a chaotic childhood to become a heroic and generous instigator. Jay is a guitar hero who plumbs the depths on stage and off, performing feats of…
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The master drummer with credits including Willie Nelson, Eric Clapton, Dr. John, and Alison Krauss has completed his documentary film project,”Street Beat: Drumming Below Sea Level,” that examines New Orleans drummers and the second line tradition. Interviewing elders, such as Zigaboo Modeliste, Johnny Vidacovich, Carlo Nuccio, and Raymond Weber, a…
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The Bahla Fort and Wall aren’t the only landmarks haunted by a ghostly past. Three crumbling mosques also sit at the very edge of this sleepy town, and its inhabitants aren’t exactly alive… Written & presented by Sara Al Lawati Edited & mixed by Abdullah Al Maawali Off The Beaten Track is an Oman FM original podcast. Follow Oman FM on Instagram for…
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The rich history of Bahla is riddled with tales of witchcraft and black magic – but are they all real? Join Sara Al Lawati as she embarks on a journey to Bahla in her quest to unravel the truth behind Bahla’s Wall and Fort. Written & presented by Sara Al Lawati Edited & mixed by Abdullah Al Maawali Off The Beaten Track is an Oman FM original podcas…
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This is not your typical ghost story. It’s almost a love story, unfolding in the charming estate of the Monte Cristo Homestead. But love doesn’t always prevail, and sometimes even comes with a side of death… Written & presented by Sara Al Lawati Edited & mixed by Abdullah Al Maawali Off The Beaten Track is an Oman FM original podcast. Follow Oman F…
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In this Christmas special, dive into the real man behind everyone’s favourite gift-giver: Santa Claus. Except, everyone has skeletons in their sleighs, and Santa was no different… Written & presented by Sara Al Lawati Edited & mixed by Abdullah Al Maawali Off The Beaten Track is an Oman FM original podcast. Follow Oman FM on Instagram for all of ou…
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Dracula didn’t just exist between the pages of Bram Stoker’s book – he was real, and he was out for blood. Vlad Dracul, otherwise known as Vlad the Impaler, made Bran Castle his home. But when he left, someone else took over and turned it into something more of a Dream House… Written & presented by Sara Al Lawati Edited & mixed by Abdullah Al Maawa…
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Nothing beats a morning stroll on a frosty day, particularly if it comes with a view of the stunning Himalayan peaks. That is until you run into hundreds of human skeletons, some with the flesh still clinging onto the bone… Written & presented by Sara Al Lawati Edited & mixed by Abdullah Al Maawali Off The Beaten Track is an Oman FM original podcas…
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Brad Orgeron/Jack Orion is a 1st generation glam and punk rock singer and guitarist from the Contenders/Backstabbers and Aces 88 who started a band after seeing the New York Dolls, and was a witness to the local scene from its earliest days. Damien Youth is a reclusive, prolific psych/folk rock singer and guitarist who’s recorded over 50 albums of …
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She’s a muralist and painter with work at the Audubon Aquarium and the Orleans Casino, as well as a burlesque performer and producer with the legendary Shim Shamettes, and leader of her own band, the Souvenaires. Max is a sensitive artist, who hopefully remains unsullied by her time at the Christmas Club with the Troubled Men. Topics include Friday…
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The veteran drummer, pianist, and composer started his career playing Tyler’s Beer Garden with the James Rivers Movement. He spent years in NYC slinging bonds on Wall Street by day and making the downtown jazz scene by night. In spite of his family’s nearly 200-year history in New Orleans, Charlie had never been inside Snake and Jake’s Christmas Cl…
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The former Times-Picayune and Gambit writer has spent her career covering arts and culture in New Orleans and beyond. As the Ponderosa Stomp Program Director, she helped showcase legendary figures of rock’n’roll for contemporary audiences. Currently writing the definitive book on beloved “Vic 'n Nat’ly” cartoonist and artist Bunny Matthews, along w…
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The architect, screenwriter, and college professor has always followed his instincts. Whether designing high-rise hotels, writing a film with Dwight Yoakam, or producing the decorated series “Architecture School” about post-Katrina residential rebuilding, he brings an enthusiasm that is infectious. Tonight Stan joins the Troubled Men. Let’s see who…
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