Best James Furness Podcasts (2024)

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#128: The lost history of Brampton coal 56:56

9d ago56:56

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…in which we head to the far northeast of Cumbria to explore the once thriving North Pennines coal industry in the company of ex-pitman Clive Seal. Rewinding to the 1240s, we unearth the first records of coal production in the area – supplying the monks of Lanercost - and discuss the border raids that threatened the cottage-style industry all the w…

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What I've Learnt - Simone O'Brien 37:25

15d ago37:25

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Simone O’Brien is a domestic violence survivor, speaker, strong advocate for women against violence, and mother of three beautiful children. Her journey started in 2012 when she suffered a horrific attack at the hands of a perpetrator who would not take “no” for an answer. It started with emotional and psychological abuse and ended up with her bein…

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What I've Learnt - Mia Findlay 51:06

22d ago51:06

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Mia Findlay, Founder and Principal Coach | Australia Mia is deeply passionate about helping others reach the same freedom she now enjoys without her eating disorder. She has worked in the eating disorder advocacy field for nine years and has been working with clients as a coach since launching Beyond Body in December 2017. Mia is based in Sydney an…

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#127: Matt Staniek: Saving Windermere 51:29

23d ago51:29

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...in which we stride out from Waterhead in the company of ecologist and Save Windermere campaigner Matt Staniek. In the vibrant watermeadows that flank the River Rothay we dig into local lad Matt's early life – where hedgehogs were nursed in the family home and Matt took nature walks with his grandmother. Fast-forwarding to the car crash that brok…

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Episode 159 feat. ARTBAT, Bart Skils, Black V Neck, Chocolate Puma, GENESI, Hannah Laing, Joyhauser, Martin Ikin, Sonny Fodera, SUDO, Tita Lau 1:13:55

25d ago1:13:55

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01. Wade: Hurricane [Insomniac Records] 02. Marco Strous: In the Park [Black Book Records] 03. Raumakustik: Fastlane [ZEHN Records] 04. Black V Neck: Pump This Party [Retail Records] 05. GENESI: 'Slow Down' [Siona Records] 06. Sonny Fodera Feat. Blythe: Mind Still (Tita Lau Extended Remix) [SOLOTOKO] 07. Kapowsky: Selecta [Stashed] 08. Matt: One Mo…

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#126: Pubs of Cumbria: When communities save their pubs 51:00

1M ago51:00

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...in which, standing in for Mark and Dave, BBC Cumbria's Nick Brownlee takes a seat at the bar to discuss the highs, lows and daily realities of operating a community pub. In a hospitality sector beset by staff shortages, rising costs and closures, Cumbria is home to a handful of thriving pubs that have been acquired by their communities. Nick spe…

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What I've Learnt - Fiona Sweet 36:08

1M ago36:08

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The Stella Prize CEO - Fiona Sweet Fiona is the former Artistic Director and CEO of the Ballarat International Foto Biennale responsible for the programming and curation of three Biennales. She founded the National Centre for Photography in Ballarat and was the inaugural director. Founder of Sweet Creative, and co-founder of Melbourne’s Acland Stre…

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Episode 158 feat. Adam Beyer, Airod, Anyma, Cassian, Innellea, John Summit, Layton Giordani, Massano, Matt Sassari, Oliver Heldens, Patrik Berg 1:08:15

1M ago1:08:15

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01. VisionV, Flylo, Nathan Nicholson: Sign of the times (VIP Mix) [Virgin Records] 02. Loofy: Last Night (Anyma, Layton Giordani Remix) [Nervous] 03. Matt Sassari, BLR: Close Encounters [Truesoul] 04. Metodi Hristov Feat. Marie Vaunt: I Am Free (Oscar L Remix) [Set About] 05. Popof: Sync Out [Form] 06. WhoMadeWho ft. Blue Hawaii: Kiss Me Hard (Inne…

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What I've Learnt - Anna Grosman 31:52

1M ago31:52

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Anna Grosman, creator and owner is relaunching a new male escort agency - HER CONFIDANT. In its new incarnation, HER CONFIDANT will also cater to women who are looking for companionship in any form: emotional, sexual or for company on a date. "I want to provide a safe space for women to explore their desires and feel desired," says Anna. "There are…

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What I've Learnt - Suzy Zail 37:06

2M ago37:06

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Suzy Zail has worked as a litigation lawyer, specialising in Family Law, but now writes full time. Among other titles, she has written The Tattooed Flower, a memoir about her father’s time as a child survivor of the Holocaust. Her first novel for young adults, The Wrong Boy, was short-listed for the Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) Book …

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#125: Nature friendly farming champion: James Robinson from Strickley 56:48

2M ago56:48

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...in which, guest presenting for Mark and Dave, Radio 4's Caz Graham dons her boots for a day on the farm with organic dairy farmer, Chair of the Nature Friendly Farming Network and one of Cumbria's farming heroes, James Robinson. In a wide-ranging conversation with fifth-generation farmer 'James from Strickley' – in the shadow of The Helm – Caz a…

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Episode 157 feat. Adapter, ARTBAT, Charlotte de Witte, Chris Lake, deadmau5, James Hype, John Summit, Lilly Palmer, Marc Romboy, Meduza 1:18:52

2M ago1:18:52

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01. Chris Lake, Nathan Nicholson, Sammy Virji: Summertime Blues [Black Book Records] 02. Benson & CERCA ft. Dakota: Super Model [Ultra Records] 03. John Summit: Eat the bass [Experts Only] 04. Adapter: Left Right [AETERNA Records] 05. Martin Ikin: In The Streets [STEREOHYPE] 06. Tony Romera, Crusy: The Unknown [Toolroom] 07. James Hype: Wild [STERE…

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124: 778 ascents of Helvellyn, with fell top assessor Jon Bennett 35:27

2M ago35:27

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...in which, standing in for Mark and Dave, broadcaster Nick Brownlee ventures out with Jon Bennett – a man who has climbed Helvellyn 778 times. Ascending Mires Beck, we hear from Jon about the important role of the National Park fell top assessor – a job Jon never thought he would get – and about why, even after 16 years climbing Helvellyn, he's s…

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What I've Learnt - Summer Series Gems (January - April 2024) 54:26

2M ago54:26

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Hi, Welcome to the What I’ve Learnt podcast From food to fashion and art to music we’ve got you covered. We wanted to highlight some amazing moments of the podcast from JAnuary to April. This Episode Features Dr Gina Cleo: a behavioural scientist, world-renowned habit-change researcher and Adjunct Professor at Bond University. Gina’s new book, The …

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123: Barrow-in-Furness – A tale of iron and ships, hair and shops 58:47

3M ago58:47

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...in which we explore the industrial and social history of Barrow-in-Furness in the company of former mayor John Murphy and artist Maddi Nicholson. Overlooking Walney Channel and distant Black Combe, we delve into the Furness peninsula's deep past, when monks arrived in the secluded 'valley of the deadly nightshade'. We proceed to the discovery of…

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Beyond Words - Oliver James 39:43

3M ago39:43

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California has one of the lowest literacy rates in the country and according to the National Center for Education Statistics, around one in five adults cannot read. One Costa Mesa father is working hard to change his own personal stats and encourage others in the world to read. Thirty-five-year-old Oliver James says he was forgotten in school and w…

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#122: Limestone of the Westmorland Dales 53:31

3M ago53:31

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...in which we set out from springtime Orton to explore the limestone scars of the Westmorland Dales in the company of husband-and-wife geologist / botanist team Syvia and Peter Woodhead. Alongside bubbling Chapel Beck, we encounter early flowers and a lively March hare as we learn about the geological origins of limestone - in distant coral seas s…

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What I've Learnt - Summer Series Gems (Febuary-March 2024) 58:00

3M ago58:00

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Hi, Welcome to the What I’ve Learnt podcast From food to fashion and art to music we’ve got you covered. We wanted to highlight some amazing moments of the podcast from Febuary to March. This Episode Features Caitlin Marshall & Lizzie Rose: Are founders of the award-winning MakeShift. This not-for-profit org is one of the first creative prescribing…

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What I've Learnt - Michelle Stanton 42:41

4M ago42:41

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Michelle Stanton, Founder and CEO of Complete Success utilises her expertise to empower people to achieve exceptional results through innovative speaking, teaching and coaching programs. Formally, the CEO of her family's 8O year-old business Bevilles Jewellers, Michelle led the company out of receivership, driving exceptional growth and orchestrat…

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Episode 156 feat. Adriatique, Argy, CamelPhat, Einmusik, Fur Coat, Innellea, Jos & Eli, Mind Against, Rebuke, Tall Paul, Tinlicker 1:14:12

4M ago1:14:12

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01. Eran Hersh & Kasango: Ascension [Insomniac Records] 02. Mind Against & TSHA ft. NIMMO: OnlyL [Habitat Recordings] 03. Adriatique, The Element MT: The Echo [X Recordings] 04. Jos & Eli: They Are Coming [Simulate Recordings] 05. Einmusik & Zoot Woman: I Feel Magic' (Fur Coat Remix) [Embassy One] 06. Miss Monique: Bloom At Night [Tomorrowland Musi…

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121: A history of paper-making on the River Kent 52:10

4M ago52:10

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...in which we take a Dales Way wander downstream from Cowan Head to Burneside to explore the long history of paper-making on the River Kent. In the company of paper manufacturer and fell-runner Mark Cropper, Chair of the six-generation family business James Cropper plc, we rewind the centuries to when 50 or more mills spanned the Kent, processing …

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What I've Learnt - Annabelle Hickson 33:38

4M ago33:38

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Annabelle Hickson, editor of the award-winning independent print magazine GALAH. Despite having no publishing or business experience, Annabelle started the magazine from her kitchen table to document regional Australia and the people who live there. In the past, young people left country towns to find opportunities in the Big Smoke. But the big rur…

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What I've Learnt - Tammy Casselson 36:12

4M ago36:12

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Tammy Casseslon was just 15 years old when she first saw him from across the room. They smiled at one another, and that was it. She was smitten. "He was 17. Charming, funny, very good looking and looked at me like I was special," says Tammy. Their relationship began with laughter, love and lightness. "He was so proud of me and showered me with ador…

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E16: 50 Caliber Coyotes & The RH50R with Mason Gomez 1:13:47

4M ago1:13:47

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This week for the final episode for Season 2 of the Predator Podcast we have Mason Gomez on with us. Mason is a Georgia hunter who is known with his group called Lights Out Predator Removal. Recently he filmed his hunting buddy blow up a coyote with a Barrett 50 cal. We also touch on the new iRay RH50R, one of the hottest scopes that has been recen…

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120: A history of boating on Windermere 48:07

4M ago48:07

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...in which we are joined by Kendal-based author and Windermere Lake Cruises skipper Robert Beale to dive into the deep history of boating on England largest lake. Rambling along the fine new path from Lakeside to Finsthwaite, we look back to Roman times and beyond to hypothesise about the first lake users. Moving into the medieval era, we consider…

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E15: Listener Q&A with Drew 1:00:26

4M ago1:00:26

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Episode 15 I am sitting down and answering listener questions as best I can. Give this a listen and see what questions we cover throughout this episode. We include some calling strategies, some caliber talk, and gear tips. Dark Night Outdoors - Quality Thermal Optics - https://darknightoutdoors.com/ Use code - predatorpodcast23 to save $50 on therm…

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E14: Full Moon Hunting with Ethan Cole 54:45

5M ago54:45

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Episode 14 we are talking about a hot topic in the night hunting world. Ethan Cole and I are talking about hunting full moons at night and how we attack the brightness of the night. Give this a listen and leave me a 5 star rating if you like what you are hearing! Check out Ethan's Instagram: @hunt.24_7 Dark Night Outdoors - Quality Thermal Optics -…

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119: The birth of Quakerism in Cumbria 48:53

5M ago48:53

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...in which we celebrate the 400th anniversary of the birth of George Fox – founder of Quakerism – on a journey through '1652 country' with historian, Quaker and Professor Emeritus at Lancaster University, Angus Winchester. Starting our walk at the Society of Friends meeting house in the picture-perfect hamlet of Brigflatts just outside Sedbergh, w…

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Beyond Words - Henry Warren (Turn On The Subtitles) 30:03

5M ago30:03

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Turnonthesubtitles Extensive research from top academics in many countries has shown that simply turning on the subtitles for children’s television improves literacy. Dramatically. In fact it may double their chance of becoming a proficient reader, in particular those children between the ages of six and 10. As former ministers, secretaries of stat…

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E13: Bullets & Shot Placement with James O'Neill 1:37:20

5M ago1:37:20

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This week I have James O'Neill from ONeill Ops joining me to talk about bullets, shot placement and of course some extras. Give this a listen and check all of Oneill Ops content. Leave me a review and 5 star rating if you like what you are hearing! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ONEILLOPS Instagram: @oneillops Dark Night Outdoors - Quality Therm…

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What I've Learnt - Caitlin Marshell & Lizzie Rose (MakeShift) 27:02

5M ago27:02

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Caitlin Marshall & Lizzie Rose, founders of the award-winning MakeShift. This not-for-profit org is one of the first creative prescribing agencies in Australia. Lizzie and Caitlin are known and respected internationally for their work on creativity and mental health. There’s so much ground to cover, your audience will love it. They’re available for…

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E12: Starting Into Thermal Hunting & A Day Callers Grind with Christian Berry 1:22:33

5M ago1:22:33

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This week I have Christian Berry joining me to talk about starting out thermal hunting and some of the things he's experienced this year. We get into how things have changed and maybe not for the better or worse. Check out Christian's YouTube channel for a bunch of great footage of coyote hunts! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wisconsincoyotecall…

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118: James Forrest - Record-breaking round of the 214 51:49

5M ago51:49

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...in which we're defeated by weather, so shelter indoors to hear from one of the UK's great adventurers: Cockermouth-based James Forrest, who has bagged all 1,001 mountains in the UK and Ireland, and broke records walking both the 446 Nuttalls and 214 Wainwrights. An escape from the nine-to-five was, James tells us, the drive for his first challen…

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E11: HOT NEW THERMALS from SHOT Show with Dark Night Outdoors 1:38:31

5M ago1:38:31

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I have Jamie Hoffman from Dark Night Outdoors on today talking about his trip to SHOT Show. We are talking about the new releases and some major details about the new thermals on the market. Give this a listen for an information packed episode! Dark Night Outdoors - Quality Thermal Optics - https://darknightoutdoors.com/ Use code - predatorpodcast2…

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Episode 155 feat. Charlotte de Witte, Eli Brown, Layton Giordani, Mark Reeves, Mha Iri, Push, Space 92, The YellowHeads, Weska 1:17:32

5M ago1:17:32

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01. Nicolas Taboada: The Future [Strange Idols] 02. Celic, djseanEboy: Hestia (Zafer Atabey Remix) [Set Above] 03. Kaufmann (DE): Ibu 3000 (Metodi Hristov Remix) [Senso Sounds] 04. Ignacio Arfeli: Cerise [Terminal M] 05. Ramon Tapia: Turbulence [Say What?] 06. Benjamin Di Bora: Attracted to Me [Kraftek] 07. The YellowHeads, Space 92: Planet X [Relo…

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What I've Learnt - Summer Series Gems (January 2024) 55:06

6M ago55:06

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Hi, Welcome to the What I’ve Learnt podcast From food to fashion and art to music we’ve got you covered. We wanted to highlight some amazing moments of the podcast from January. This Episode Features Dr Gina Cleo: a behavioural scientist, world-renowned habit-change researcher and Adjunct Professor at Bond University. Gina’s new book, The Habit Rev…

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E10: Decoy Doggin' Montana with Levi Johnson 1:35:00

6M ago1:35:00

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This week I have Levi Johnson from Doggin' with Levi joining me to talk about decoy dogging and coyote hunting strategy throughout the year. We talk about Levi's journey in predator hunting and how he ended up where he is today. Levi is one of the most genuine people I have had a chance to sit down with, this is a great listen! Doggin' with Levi Yo…

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What I've Learnt - Nicki Gostin 33:13

6M ago33:13

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Nicki Gostin is a Page Six digital reporter who covers red carpets, the royal family and all ‘70s and ‘80s megastars. She has interviewed hundreds of celebrities about touchy topics and even took the now-infamous video of an aghast Anna Wintour being asked for her ID at an event. Nicki attended college in Melbourne, Australia, and has worked for ma…

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E9: Aggressive Female Coyotes with Al Morris 1:08:45

6M ago1:08:45

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This week I have the one and only Al Morris joining me for an episode. We cover a range of topics but Al and I discuss our thoughts and experience with aggressive female coyotes. Give this a listen and you are sure to put more fur in the truck! Checkout Foxpro Furtakers: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkObj__TlYGTdU61TD4SS0CVxz4ouVxru Al's …

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#117: Above Great Moss: Stone axes of the earliest settlers 48:42

6M ago48:42

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...in which we rewind the centuries to the Neolithic Age on a journey in search of Lakeland's earliest settlers and their highly-valued stone axes. In the company of archaeologist Steve Dickinson, we set out from Brotherilkeld – the great medieval farmstead with Norse roots. Leaving the valley walls behind, we enter wild country, once a place of fo…

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What I've Learnt - Jacob Klein 43:47

6M ago43:47

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Born in Romania in 1953 to two Holocaust survivors who lost their family in the Holocaust. Immigrated to Israel in 1962. Married and father of three children, all living in Israel. Social-organizational psychologist, coach, group and workshop leader, organizational consultant, lecturer. Is specialized in - • Positive psychology and humor training •…

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E8: Day Calling Tips For Bobcats & Coyotes with Corey Groff 1:27:39

6M ago1:27:39

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This week I am joined by an awesome predator hunter, Corey Groff. Corey shares with us his day light calling strategies for coyotes and bobcats. He shares an interesting take on the wind and bobcats. Give this one a listen and leave me a review! Corey's Instagram: @_coreygroff The 417 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@C_Groff Dark Night Out…

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What I've Learnt - Jason Kimberly 44:43

6M ago44:43

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Stepping out of the limelight to become Cool Jason Kimberley is an adventurer, photographer, author, and the founder of Cool, an education organization dedicated to inspiring students to learn for life. Jason is an altruistic-realist, his uncompromising focus is on equitable access to quality education for all students. Prior to his success in educ…

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E7: Thermal Equipment & Night Hunting Tips with Wyatt Barber 1:17:28

6M ago1:17:28

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I have my good friend Wyatt Barber back on the Podcast, Wyatt is one of the best hunters I know and we got a chance to hunt together a few weeks ago so we talk about that as well as talking thermal equipment and answering a few questions! Find Wyatt on Instagram: @Wyatt__barber Dark Night Outdoors - Quality Thermal Optics - https://darknightoutdoor…

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What I've Learnt - Dr Gina Cleo 48:06

6M ago48:06

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Dr Gina Cleo, behavioural scientist, world-renowned habit-change researcher and Adjunct Professor at Bond University. Gina’s new book, The Habit Revolution: Simple Steps to Rewire Your Brain for Powerful Habit Change, will be published in Jan 2024. 3 years ago, Gina discovered her husband, who she thought was one of the good guys, was cheating on h…

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E6: Unique Calling Strategies with Blake Garrett 1:24:48

7M ago1:24:48

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This week we have Blake Garrett on the show and he has some awesome tips to put more fur in the truck. We talk about doubling back to spots in the same day or night and using decoys to coax critters in. Find Blake on Instagram: @theblakegarrett Tik Tok: @theblakegarrett8 Dark Night Outdoors - Quality Thermal Optics - https://darknightoutdoors.com/ …

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Episode 154 feat. Adam Beyer, Eli Brown, Harvey McKay, Heerhorst, Kos:mo, Mario Ochoa, NoNameLeft, Reinier Zonneveld, Space 92, Victor Ruiz 1:04:30

6M ago1:04:30

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01. Procombo: Freaks [Second State Audio] 02. Adam Beyer, Raxon The Signal (Night Mix) [Truesoul] 03. Veerus: Cycle [Drumcode] 04. NoNameLeft: End Of Time [HILOMATIK] 05. Harvey McKay: Table for One [Systematic Recordings] 06. Mario Ochoa: The Dream [Tronic] 07. Victor Ruiz, Alex Stein: New Generation [VOLTA] 08. Christian Smith: Fire To Fire [Tron…

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Countrystride #116: Review of 2023 1:31:12

7M ago1:31:12

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...in which we uwrap a selection box of our favourite clips from the year past in the company of Lakeland Walking Tales blogger and Lakeland Walker contributor, George Kitching. Featuring clips from, among others, Bill Birkett, Will Rawling, Charlotte Fairbairn, Rob and Harriet Fraser, Debbie North, Mark Hatton, Fell Foodie, Chris Butterfield and M…

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What I've Learnt - Nimrod Palmach 34:51

7M ago34:51

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A father of two small Nimrod children aged 4 and 7, Nimrod lives in Israel he is a Major reservist in the IDF. On 7 October at approximately 6am he received a phone call from his Commander to immediately drive to Jerusalem and collect his uniform and weapons, as they had heard murmurs that something was happening but unsure what exactly. Unaware of…

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E5: Cold Weather Coyotes with Predator World Hunting 1:13:13

7M ago1:13:13

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This week I am joined by Kris from Predator World Hunting from up north in Canada! In this episode we are talking daytime calling, cold weather, deep snow, and an odd ball coyote caliber! Kris has been calling daytime coyotes for a long time and mastered his craft of putting fur in the truck. His YouTube channel is full of great predator hunting vi…

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