Best John Sousas Podcasts (2024)

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Behind the Notes: John Philip Sousa 35:01

6d ago35:01

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John Philip Sousa was the most famous composer of marches in the United States. In this special 4th of July episode, we discuss his life as a student, performer, inventor, soldier, and band leader! ♪ Stay connected with us: https://www.facebook.com/musicnotes/ https://www.instagram.com/musicnotes https://twitter.com/musicnotes https://www.pinterest…

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Audacious Paloozas: Lovers of pogo sticks, origami, lighters, and John Philip Sousa share their passions 48:59

8d ago48:59

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You know the Chicago-based music festival, Lollapalooza? Well, this episode of Audacious features NO ONE from Lollapalooza! But it does feature people who love something so much that they made a palooza out of it! Hear about the communal beauty and allure of pogo sticks, origami, lighters, and John Philip Sousa marches. GUESTS: Nick McClintock: Cre…

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How do they remember that? Meet two world-class memory champions 49:00

1h ago49:00

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With everything being stored in our phone, there seems to be fewer and fewer reasons to store anything in our brain. But what if your imagination was much more powerful and vast than you think? And with a few simple techniques, you could remember an astonishing amount of information? Two people who have won international memory competitions and set…

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Daniel Coyote Souza| The Jiu Jitsu Mindset Podcast 54:21

1d ago54:21

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Professor Daniel “Coyote” Souza Professor Daniel “Coyote” Souza was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and raised in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. In 1981 Professor Souza began training Judo. In 1985 he started training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Master Rui Diniz Ferreira, 7th Degree Coral Belt and Master Hilton Leao Silva, 9th Degree Red Belt. Professor “…

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When actors teach: Embodying the lives of an enslaved woman and a medical patient 49:00

23h ago49:00

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There are many ways to teach, but few are as impactful as embodying a character as an actor. How does taking on such roles shape a person's life? In this episode, we delve into the experiences of two unique educators. Discover what it was like for Azie Dungey, a Black actress, to portray an enslaved woman at George and Martha Washington's estate in…

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Chris Wojcik| The Jiu Jitsu Mindset Podcast 43:12

5d ago43:12

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Chris Wojcik is the instructor of our competition classes. He holds a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under Jeff Serafin. Chris is one of the top black belts in the world with an incredible list of accomplishments including finishing 4th at the West Coast ADCC Trials at 77Kg, 2019 Purple Belt Middleweight No-Gi World Champion, 2021 Chicago Open B…

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Salvatore Spinelli | The Jiu Jitsu Mindset 41:48

15d ago41:48

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Salvatore Spinelli 1st Degree Black Belt under Tom Cronin Salvatore Spinelli is a Co-Owner/Black Belt Instructor and active competitor who enjoys helping students reach their goals in competition and self defense skill in their Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey. Salvatore has been avid student of all martial arts history and culture from and early age. H…

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Intersex advocacy and the fight for bodily autonomy with Pidgeon Pagonis 49:00

15d ago49:00

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Growing up, Pidgeon Pagonis was told a lot about their medical history: They were born with cancerous ovaries, so the doctors removed them to save their life. Except that wasn't true. In reality, they were born intersex. And those were not cancerous ovaries, they were undescended testes. And that was just the beginning of many truths coming out. He…

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Maddey Johnston: Licensing and Product Coordinator 54:36

20d ago54:36

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This episode of Behind the Notes features our very own Maddey Johnston! Maddey works for Musicnotes as the Licensing and Product Coordinator and graduated from Belmont University with a degree in Music Business and an emphasis in International Business. Although music is her passion, she has a heart for mental health advocacy and helping others. In…

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For the love of farts! From animal biology to musical mastery 49:00

23d ago49:00

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Enjoy our ode to farts! Meet researchers who made a New York Times bestselling book series about the various ways that animals fart; A man who is internationally known for being a hand farter, (also called a “manualist“); And another person who was born without an anus and went on to make a living off of his ability to fart extensively on-command! …

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Christian Simmerling| The Jiu Jitsu Mindset Podcast 34:16

1M ago34:16

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Professor Christian started his Brazilian Jiu Jitsu journey in 2007 with the Godfather of Alberta Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Josh Russell. After being drafted to the Calgary Stampeders and playing the 2004 and 2005 season, Christian was looking to still compete in a combat sport and fell in love with the gentle art. Christian was awarded his black belt i…

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Behind the mic: Gayle King, Ziwe, and Mehdi Hasan on the art of the interview 48:58

1M ago48:58

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Back in the day — with your Walter Cronkites and David Brinkleys — it felt kind of inappropriate for an interviewer to bring their full selves to the conversation. It was all about the guest, after all, so why bother bringing their own distinctive flairs? But now, people tune in as much for the interviewer as the one being interviewed. And because …

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Behind the Notes: Two Fundamental Blues Chord Progressions 30:35

1M ago30:35

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Join Lucas and Jillian on Episode 11 of Behind the Notes as they explain and demonstrate two essential blues progressions that every new musician should know. Perfect for practicing chords, cadences, and improvisation ♪ Stay connected with us: https://www.facebook.com/musicnotes/ https://www.instagram.com/musicnotes https://twitter.com/musicnotes h…

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Jayson Greene reflects on grief and parenthood nine years after his daughter's death 49:02

1M ago49:02

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Jayson Greene’s daughter, Greta, died in 2015 when she was two years old. She was sitting on a bench with her grandma on the Upper West Side of Manhattan when a brick fell from a building and struck her in the head. Now, nine years later, how would Jayson describe Greta’s presence in his life? Hear his reflections on life after unimaginable tragedy…

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Hearing every color, feeling every earthquake: Life as a cyborg 49:01

2M ago49:01

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In the movies, cyborgs often don't have a soul or a conscience. But in real life, some people become cyborgs in order to enhance the human experience and to be more connected with nature. Like Neil Harbisson. He was born colorblind, but now, thanks to an antenna implanted into the base of his skull, he can hear colors! And choreographer, Moon Ribas…

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Darrell Smith: Pianist for the Stars 57:38

2M ago57:38

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Darrell Smith is an amazing pianist known for his work with Stevie Knicks, Janet Jackson, Elton John, and Cher. His stories and insights are truly inspiring! Darrell released his debut album, TIME + SPACE, in 2018. He has composed music for Telepictures TV and took over for Greg Phillinganes' Music Director duties for Cirque du Soleil's Michael Jac…

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Conversations with two dragons 49:00

2M ago49:00

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People modify their bodies all the time. A piercing here, a tattoo there… But what if you took it to the extreme, and reshaped yourself into something mythical? Meet two people who use body modifications to turn themselves into dragons. Related episodes: Change Of Art: Stories About Tattoo Coverups Retired CIA Chief of Disguise Jonna Mendez on magi…

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Otavio Sousa | The Jiu Jitsu Mindset Podcast 54:37

2M ago54:37

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Otavio Sousa Full Name: Otávio Ferreira de Sousa Nickname: Although seldom used, ‘The Steamroller’ has been mentioned as a nickname by some of the media, this would be due to his strength and the fast pace he usually imposes in his fights. Lineage: Carlos Gracie > Helio Gracie > Carlos Gracie Junior > Otavio Sousa Main Achievements: IBJJF World Cha…

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The reality of 'Forever Parenting' when your child needs lifetime care 48:58

2M ago48:58

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When people imagine becoming parents, they don’t often envision their child being born with a condition that requires lifetime care. Hear reflections and wisdom from “forever parents” whose children have autism with anxiety and OCD; a disorder that caused 100 seizures a day; and Down Syndrome. GUESTS: Carrie Cariello: Mother of five children, inclu…

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Behind the Notes: The Art of Solfege 33:19

2M ago33:19

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Lucas and Jillian explain what solfege is and how musicians can utilize it to become better singers and instrumentalists. Our hosts show how to practice movable and fixed do, and even craft their own melodies simply by using solfege.By Musicnotes

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Pawn queens: Tales and treasures from women pawn shop owners 49:00

2M ago49:00

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When you imagine a pawn shop, what do you think of? Maybe a gruff dude behind the counter, giving you as little money - and as much attitude - as possible. After all, it's a male-dominated industry, and t.v. shows like Pawn Stars reinforce the stereotype. But in this episode of Audacious, join Chion as she gets to know the kindness, compassion and …

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Stunt performers David Holmes and Jonathan Goodwin on life after paralysis 48:59

2M ago48:59

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Most of the time, the stunts you see in television and movies go perfectly. But when something goes wrong, the athletes who have spent their lives perfecting their craft can get permanently injured. David Holmes was Daniel Radcliffe's main stunt double in the Harry Potter movies. In 2009, an accident on-set paralyzed him. Jonathan Goodwin was a reg…

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Julia Simpson: Violinist/Student/Product Data Specialist 54:37

3M ago54:37

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On this episode of "Behind the Notes", we welcome Julia Simpson. Julia works for Musicnotes as our Product Data and Merchandising Specialist and graduated from Oklahoma State University with a Music Industry degree. Julia tells her stories of performing with orchestras, chamber groups, and rock bands! Julia also provides insightful advice on how to…

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Episode 11: John Sousa Mixtape 11 - Hard Techno 2:10:59

3M ago2:10:59

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Hard fast beats to get your blood flowing!

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What it's like at the bottom of the world with Dr. “Deepsea Dawn” Wright 48:59

3M ago48:59

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On July 12, 2022, Dawn Wright (aka "Deepsea Dawn") became the first and only Black person to dive to the lowest known point on the Earth's seabed, "Challenger Deep". Hear about her journey down into the Mariana Trench, why she went, and what she found at the bottom that shocked her. You also may enjoy these episodes: Below the surface: The stories …

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Beyond the BeyHive and Swifties: The heartbeat of music superfans 49:00

3M ago49:00

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Beyoncé and Taylor Swift are considered to be two of the most important performers of this or any generation. A Swiftie and a leader of the BeyHive talk about the lengths they go to to experience - and share the love - of their favorite performer. Suggested companion episode: 'I Will Always Love You': Jada Star’s musical bond with her aunt Dolly Pa…

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Behind the Notes: The Art of Private Teaching/Digital Music Books/Mozart Sonata no. 11 35:21

3M ago35:21

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In this episode, we explore the ups and downs of being a private music teacher, the advantages of the new Musicnotes Digital Music Books, and our free song of the month, Mozart Piano Sonata no. 11, I. Andante Grazioso. ♪ Stay connected with us: https://www.facebook.com/musicnotes/ https://www.instagram.com/musicnotes https://twitter.com/musicnotes …

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The Jiu Jitsu Mindset| The Jiu Jitsu Sutras with Professor Jason Hawkins (Part One) 57:37

3M ago57:37

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By Peter M Deeley Jr and Professor Lucas Rubbo

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Wings, pouches, and snouts: The world of uncommon emotional support animals 48:57

3M ago48:57

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When you imagine an emotional support animal, what comes to mind? A dog? Well how about a pigeon? A sugar glider? Or an emotional support pig? Meet people who’ve paired up with these animals to make their lives - and mental health conditions - better. This episode originally aired on May 26, 2023. GUESTS: Cynthia Zhou: Miu was her emotional support…

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The art of the prank with the directors of 'Jury Duty' and 'Bad Trip' 48:59

3M ago48:59

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Pranking on television has been around for over 70 years. Starting with Candid Camera in the late 40s all the way through to Punk'd in the early 2000s. Pranking has evolved to not only entertain, but to show off the goodness in people! The directors of the movie Bad Trip, and the tv series, Jury Duty, talk about how they pull off physical stunts th…

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Jarrod Radnich: Composer/Pianist/Conductor/Educator 1:00:36

4M ago1:00:36

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Often compared with Franz Liszt, pianist and composer Jarrod Radnich has captured the top position on YouTube for solo piano performance, is considered “the most popular pianist in the world” and ranked #1 for instrumental artists globally by ReverbNation, has been featured at the Emmy Awards and on NBC’s Today Show, and-with over half-a-billion vi…

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Episode 10: John Sousa - Dj Set 10 3:56:02

4M ago3:56:02

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The dance floor is ready!

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Actors Mary Elizabeth Kelly and Dean Edwards on the art of impressions 48:59

4M ago48:59

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Have you ever tried doing an impression of a famous person... And failed miserably? That's because impressions are really hard to pull off! On this episode, you'll meet two of the best in the business: Mary Elizabeth Kelly, who is known for her mouth acting impressions, and Dean Edwards from Saturday Night Live. Shows referenced: What is foreign ac…

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John Graham| The Jiu Jitsu Mindset 1:06:14

4M ago1:06:14

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John Graham is a Certified Master Trainer, speaker, and fitness professional with 15 years of experience in the fitness industry. Founder of JohnGrahamFitness and renowned golf academy director at Mission Hills, he is a leader in fitness technology and has collaborated on popular video series for home workouts and boxing tutorials. John's personal …

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Audacious Live! Show & Tell in Stamford 49:00

4M ago49:00

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Remember the joy of “Show and Tell” at school? Now why should only the kids have all the fun? Listeners to Audacious (and staff members of Connecticut Public!) gathered at Third Place by Half Full Brewery on March 13th for an opportunity to share their story! For a full transcript of this show, click here. GUESTS: Elaine Braithwaite: Electric violi…

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Behind the Notes: Publishing our sheet music 32:20

4M ago32:20

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On this episode of Behind the Notes, Jillian and Lucas discuss the intricate process of publishing sheet music on our site. The discussion provides insight into the complex mechanisms used to take the sheet music from the artist’s hands to our website. We explore the editing process, copyright research and application, and even talk about MUSE, our…

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Forgiveness: How we define it and how it defines us 49:00

4M ago49:00

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How do you define forgiveness? Turns out, the definition tends to be as different as every person. And that definition changes depending on where you are in the process, too! On this episode of Audacious, Chion talks about it with a best friend, a pastor, a philosopher, and a man who lost his face after getting hit by a drunk driver. You’ll also he…

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Retired CIA Chief of Disguise Jonna Mendez on magic, technology and the art of deception 48:59

4M ago48:59

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If you've ever wondered where the CIA finds inspiration to disguise their agents, you'd think maybe… Hollywood with their special effects? Turns out, it was the magic community that helped them develop technology that may have saved lives and uncovered secrets! Hear stories from retired CIA Chief of Disguise, Jonna Mendez, including how she used th…

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Garrett Breeze: Show Choir Composer/Arranger 58:10

5M ago58:10

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Garrett Breeze is a Nashville-based composer best known for his catalog of more than 1,500 choral arrangements of popular music, including more than 1,000 written for competitive show choir. He has worn many hats during his career as a freelance orchestrator and music preparer including work on 11 large-format films, Christmas with the Tabernacle C…

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"Negativity be gone!": Artists igniting joy on social media 48:59

5M ago48:59

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We hear a lot about the harm of social media. But what about the good? Meet two artists who started off on social media by showing their artwork… But once they revealed the hope and kindness and positivity in their hearts? The views, shares and likes piled up in ways they never expected. Hear how they both are grappling with the newfound pressure o…

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Richard Bresler| The Jiu Jitsu Mindset 28:02

5M ago28:02

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Subscribe to your Submission Coffee here!By Peter M Deeley Jr and Professor Lucas Rubbo

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Actors with facial differences discuss what it means to be seen 49:00

5M ago49:00

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What's it like when, due to a condition you had early on in life, your face looks so very different from everybody else's? And what's it like to use that face as an actor? In this second installment featuring conversations with people who have facial differences, we meet two performers who appeared together in the 2018 movie, Happy Face. For more i…

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Jillian Shively: Behind the Notes Co-Host 30:28

5M ago30:28

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Introducing our Co-Host, Jillian Shively! Jillian works for Musicnotes as our Content and Production Assistant. She graduated from the University of Northern Colorado with a degree in Music Composition and Film Scoring, and a certification in Music Technology and Production. Born and raised in Colorado, Jillian has been performing and writing music…

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Matt Arroyo| The Jiu Jitsu Mindset Podcast 47:51

5M ago47:51

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Shocking protests: A look at the impact of bold action 49:00

5M ago49:00

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In 2022, Just Stop Oil protestors threw tomato soup on a Van Gogh painting in London. The world collectively gasped, but some UK lawmakers responded by supporting fewer investments in new oil projects. On this episode, meet one of those soup-throwers, and hear from two other people who have been part of creative protests: a spokesperson from an ant…

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I downloaded my soulmate: Stories of love and AI 48:57

5M ago48:57

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In the 2013 movie, "Her", Joaquin Phoenix falls in love with a computer operating system, voiced by Scarlett Johansson. Skip forward over 10 years, and people are now creating their own AI chatbot partners via apps like NOMI and Replika. Today, a sexologist gives this new kind of relationship some context, and meet two people whose lives were chang…

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Ashley Miller: Band and General Music Teacher at Lancaster Middle School 52:18

6M ago52:18

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Ashley Miller has been the band and general music teacher at Lancaster Middle School for 13 years. She has a booming program in her rural school - and loves teaching middle school. We discuss the experiences of a music educator in rural areas, Solo and Ensemble across the U.S., and explore the opportunities available to anyone who wants to pursue a…

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From tyrants to torchbearers: Confessions of reformed bullies 49:00

6M ago49:00

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If you've ever been bullied, you know how all-encompassing the terror of it is. But what if you could get inside the bully's head? And find out why they do it? On this episode of Audacious, meet two people who were once bullies talking about how they turned their lives around and how they think bullies can learn to make different decisions. For mor…

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A coffee-fueled celebration of passion, purpose, and pursuing an impossible goal 49:00

6M ago49:00

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Coffee. It's more than just a pick-me-up. It's a canvas for creativity, a compulsion for competition, and a fuel for adventures beyond the boundaries of the average mug. Today, we are serving you a triple shot of people whose lives were transformed by the power of the bean. Meet a U.S. Barista champion whose social media channel brings a wholesome …

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Views from the end: Lynda Bluestein, medical aid in dying, and the importance of humor every day 49:00

6M ago49:00

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We first met Lynda Shannon Bluestein when she was in palliative care back in May of 2022. She was fighting for medical aid in dying (MAID) to be legalized in Connecticut. Frustrated, she sued Vermont to allow non-residents of the state to use its MAID laws. In the meantime, she worked to install "wind phones'' in Connecticut, eventually starting a …

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