Best Learn English With Films Podcasts (2024)

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PCR 565: Donuts, Demons, & Dragons - Donut Media, The Book of Bill, & House of Dragons Finale 1:08:23

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Andrew Book of Bill: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-book-of-bill-alex-hirsch/1144490969 Gravity Falls: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1865718/ Lauren Damed If You Do: https://www.joblo.com/damned-if-you-do/ House of the Dragon: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11198330/ Patrick Donut Media: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL6JmiMXKoXS6bpP1D3bk8g T…

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Episode 133: Scavenger Road 1:00:07

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In this episode, Amy just throws around needless "n"s with impunity during a solid "scavenge", while Ryan goes from place to place, possibly with hostility, along the "road". Lexitecture is a podcast about etymology (the linguistics study of the origin and history of words). In each normal, increasingly infrequent episode, a Canadian (Ryan) and a S…

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Ep.4: 'The Intern': 15 English Speaking Lessons 53:11

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Send a text message to the show. Episode 4 Title: 'The Intern’: 15 English Speaking Lessons In this episode of Speak English Through Films on the Mother isn't Murder Podcast, you’ll learn the following English lessons from the film 'The Intern' featuring the legendary Robert De Niro and the fabulous Anne Hathaway. •Ten idioms and their meanings •Tw…

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Movie making, an intricate and collaborative art form, combines storytelling, visual artistry, and technical expertise to create compelling narratives on screen. 29:18

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From scriptwriting and storyboarding to casting, directing, and editing, each phase of production demands creativity and precision. Directors and producers work closely with actors, cinematographers, sound designers, and editors to bring their vision to life, while special effects and post-production techniques enhance the storytelling. The process…

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Tracy Loubser - When life becomes "Unlocked" 34:31

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Tracy lives in Johannesburg, South Africa. After realising that she didn’t need to compete with the world for acceptance and belonging – that it was something within her – she was inspired to help others to do the same. In addition to her work as a transformational catalyst and speaker, she is an independent financial consultant, as well as an acco…

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Three Tombs 1:17:54

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Here's the third in our quintet of bonus compilation episodes to help plug the gap between Seasons 4 and 5. We’ve entitled this episode Three Tombs because these are stories of uncanny things deep underground – places of death and strangeness we’ve sought to bring out into the light – including our Gloucestershire story, The Torbarrow Gaurdian, our…

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PCR 564: Olympic Sized (Dead)Pool - Paris Olympics, Never Stop Blowing Up, & Deadpool and Wolverine 57:16

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Andrew Deadpool & Wolverine: https://www.marvel.com/movies/deadpool-and-wolverine Patrick Dimension 20: Never Stop Blowing Up: https://www.dropout.tv/dimension-20-never-stop-blowing-up Twitch - Live Every Monday at 7pm https://www.twitch.tv/mof1podcast Watch us live on Twitch every Monday at 7pm CT: https://www.twitch.tv/mof1podcast…

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Agni Scott - How she nearly didn’t get the part in Find me Falling 35:56

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Agni Scott was born and raised in Cyprus and is a multilingual actress whose first language is Greek. She spent the first 18 years of her life on the sunny shores of the Mediterranean island before moving to the United States to pursue higher education. Agni Scott is known for Bridget Jones's Baby (2016), Persuasion (2022) and Spooks (2002) but we …

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Three Romances 1:03:36

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Here's the second in our quintet of bonus compilation episodes to help plug the gap between Seasons 4 and 5. We’ve entitled this episode Three Romances because it contains three of our tales that are neither comedic, nor tragic – rather, they are strange adventures, and some corkers at that – including our Westmoreland story, The Witch of the Westm…

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Historical romance movies transport audiences to bygone eras, weaving love stories against 31:59

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These films often feature lavish costumes, intricate sets, and meticulous attention to historical detail, immersing viewers in the time and place of the narrative. Classics like "Gone with the Wind" and "Pride and Prejudice" have set the standard, blending romance with the social and political challenges of their respective eras. More recent films,…

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PCR 563: Ray Romano Adjacent - Deadpool's Diner, Bodkin & The Acolyte 1:28:03

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Andrew Lorcana Challenge in Ft. Worth: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/disney-lorcana-challenge-july-tickets-910466157787 Flotsom and Jetsom Card: https://www.tcgplayer.com/product/551693/lorcana-tcg-disney-lorcana-promo-cards-flotsam-and-jetsam-entangling-eels?Language=English Dragon Fire Card: https://lorcana.gg/cards/001-P1-025-dragon-fire/ Ursula …

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Ep.3: ‘Mr Deeds’: 5 English Speaking Lessons 27:41

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Send a text message to the show. Episode 3 Title: ‘Mr Deeds’: 5 English Speaking Lessons In this episode of Speak English Through Films on the Mother isn't Murder Podcast, you’ll learn: •Two vocabulary words and their correct pronunciation •One instance of article usage •One colloquial expression •One idiom and meaning These English lessons are fro…

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Rania AA Elkhalil - A Journey of adaptability and continues Learning 38:22

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Rania was born during the war in Beirut in 1975 . Her childhood education was in Beirut and she studied at the very prestigious AUB (American University of Beirut) Her journey has taken her from Germany to the UK, to Saudi Arabia and the UAE and now, she lives with her beautiful family in Cyprus. She has learned to the importance of adaptability an…

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Three Fae Tales 1:12:47

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Here's the first in our quintet of bonus compilation episodes to help plug the gap between Seasons 4 and 5. We’ve entitled this episode Three Fae Tales because, as you might expect, it contains three of our fairy or fairy-adjacent stories, including our Yorkshire story, A Discovery of Supposed Witchcraft, our Wiltshire story, A Cuckoo In Winter, an…

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Historical movies are cinematic journeys through time, transporting audiences to pivotal moments in the past. 38:50

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These films recreate the drama, splendor, and struggle of bygone eras, bringing to life the stories of legendary leaders, everyday heroes, and pivotal events that shaped the world we live in today. With meticulous attention to detail and historical accuracy, these movies recreate the sights, sounds, and emotions of a bygone age, immersing viewers i…

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Local Legends #13: Dr Paul Quinn 1:17:02

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For our final Local Legends episode for Series 4, Martin gathers round the campfire to talk about the folklore of Sussex with Dr Paul Quinn. Paul grew up in Sussex, going on to complete his doctorate at the University of Sussex, working on anti-Catholicism and the Early Modern Stage. He has a wide array of interests, from Doctor Who and popular sci…

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'Laapataa (Lost) Ladies': Feminist messages behind film set in rural India 12:25

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On the show this week, we speak to Kiran Rao, director of "Laapataa Ladies," a film set in rural India and packed with subtle feminist messages. She tells us what inspired her to make the movie and how comedy was used as a tool to talk about female experiences. She argues the men portrayed in the film aren't meek, but empathetic. We also look at a …

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PCR 562: Fix Your Face - Your Honor & Stranger Things 5 56:14

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Andrew Andrew Kolb Age of Ultron Poster: https://www.kolbisneat.com/ Harvest: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/keymastergames/harvest-farming-game Your Honor: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7440726/ Lauren Danger Room, X-Men Art Show: https://www.instagram.com/p/C4wjgKgxHbP/?img_index=1 Astros Mexico Series: https://www.mlb.com/international/even…

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Kelly Groehler - The WTAF Show and much more 36:33

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Kelly Groehler is a corporate communications executive in the U.S. and the creator, executive producer and host of The WTAF Show: Women. Travel. Art. Food. It’s the only women-first food & travel show out there – and a double entendre. Kelly created the show after seeing women are the travel, food and art super consumers, yet 95% of food & travel s…

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Series 4 Episode 13: Sussex (Live at Chichester Festival!) 1:59:02

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For our Series 4 finale we've got something really special: our first-ever Three Ravens Live Show, all about Sussex, recorded at the Festival of Chichester! We start off with a full live performance of Three Ravens care of Eleanor and our friend and neighbour Ben Harber, and then have a chat about the curious history of Chichester itself. After tha…

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Historical movies offer a fascinating window into the past, blending storytelling with historical events and figures to bring history to life on the big screen. 37:52

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These films strive to recreate specific periods, often focusing on significant moments, wars, revolutions, or the lives of notable individuals. While they aim to entertain, historical movies also educate audiences by providing insight into different eras and cultures. The balance between accuracy and artistic license varies, sparking discussions ab…

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Local Legends #12: Amy Boucher 1:26:23

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For our penultimate Local Legends episode for Series 4, Martin gathers round the campfire to talk about the folklore of Shropshire with Amy Boucher. Amy is a writer and a folklorist, an educator and a podcaster. She focuses on her native Shropshire, with her emphasis primarily being on the interplay between folklore, history and the paranormal. Lik…

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Son of Asia's richest man ties the knot: Anant Ambani marries Radhika Merchant 12:29

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After multiple pre-wedding festivities, the son of India’s richest man ties the knot. Mukesh Ambani's youngest son, Anant, married Radhika Merchant in India's financial capital Mumbai. The event draws international stars and raises some eyebrows. On “Access Asia” we ask Time Magazine's journalist Astha Rajvanshi why Mukesh Ambani is going all out t…

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Something Wicked #10: H.H. Holmes 1:21:10

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In our final bonus episode for Series 4, we're exploring the truly wild life and genuinely abominable crimes of H.H. Holmes, America's first serial killer. Part of the "Something Wicked" series, we start by chatting through how communication technology in the 19th century created a much more anonymous society, one in which a man born Herman Webster…

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Petros Kkolas - Passion for Highways Engineering and Travelling 34:44

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Petros Kkolas is a Digital Consultant in Engineering, working on mega projects in the UK and Greece. His expertise lies in Highways Engineering and the development of sustainable mobility solutions for the clients he serves. He is currently employed by ARUP, a global engineering consultancy with more than 19,000 employees and 94 offices in 34 count…

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Series 4 Episode 12: Shropshire 1:21:01

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On this week's episode we're headed back to Shropshire in North West England, and Eleanor is telling a Devil tale with a twist... We start off chatting about St Killian, about whom Martin is decidedly unimpressed, after which we sidle on into Shropshire! In addition to talking about the Wrekin, A.E. Housman's A Shropshire Lad, and the morbid nature…

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Zachary Edward Snyder is an American film director, producer, and screenwriter. 37:22

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He made his feature film debut in 2004 with Dawn of the Dead, a remake of the 1978 horror film of the same name. Since then, he has directed or produced a number of comic book and superhero films, including 300 (2006) and Watchmen (2009), as well as the Superman film that started the DC Extended Universe, Man of Steel (2013), and its follow-ups, Ba…

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Ep.2: ‘Spanglish’: 3 English Speaking Lessons 26:09

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Send a text message to the show. Episode 2 Title: ‘Spanglish’: 3 English Speaking Lessons Introduction In this episode, you learn one new English vocabulary, two popular English idioms, and their meanings and usages. This lesson is based on three 2004 romantic comedy Spanglish scenes. 3 English Lessons from Spanglish Meticulous (with a focus on how…

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Local Legends #11: The Loremen 1:17:50

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On this week's episode of Local Legends, Martin gathers round the campfire to talk about the folklore of Middlesex with the hosts of The Loremen Podcast James Shakeshaft and Alasdair Beckett-King. Over seven years ago, when they were fairly early in their careers as stand-up comedians, James and Alasdair found themselves chatting about folklore on …

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What caused the deadly stampede in India? 12:30

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Authorities in India have arrested six people following a deadly stampede in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh. 121 women and children were killed at a religious event where nearly 250,000 had gathered to listen to a guru. To understand what caused this human tragedy, we talk to Sanjay Srivastava, professor of Anthropology at SOAS University of L…

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Dying Arts #10: Broom and Besom Making 48:38

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In this week's bonus episode, Eleanor talks us through the history and folklore of brooms and besom-making - so flying ointment at the ready! Part of the "Dying Arts" series, we start by discussing the difference between brooms and besoms, the neolithic strategies used to sweep, and how the Black Death ushered in new concepts of cleanliness and god…

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Stelana Kliris - The producer of the first ever Cypriot feature film to screen worldwide on Netflix 33:37

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I met Stelana at the Diaspora Forum (once more thank you Paul Lambis) and instantly liked her. She is genuine and very authentic. Stelana Kliris is a South African Cypriot writer/director/producer and the founder of Meraki Films which is a production company based in Cyprus and established by Stelana as a banner for both her own films and those of …

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Series 4 Episode 11: Middlesex 1:54:44

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On this week's episode we're headed back to Middlesex, the historic county better known as London, and Martin is telling a whopper of a story, all about the horrors unearthed during the digging of the city's underground... We start off chatting about St Serf and his wild and crazy life, dragon slaying and all, after which we move on to Middlesex! I…

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The Mother isn't Murder Podcast Trailer 1:06

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Send a text message to the show. In this fresh season of the podcast, Mother isn't Murder, the focus is on helping you improve your English speaking skills. If you want to speak English without anxiety or fear, this podcast is for you. Listen to this podcast trailer to learn the purpose and format of this podcast. Remember to Subscribe to the podca…

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BSL Learning Materials. 0:48

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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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Local Legends #10: Graeme Cooke 1:20:41

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On this week's episode of Local Legends, Martin chats with the Lancashire-born host of the Tales of Britain and Ireland podcast, Graeme Cooke. For the last six years Graeme has been releasing episodes, but, unlike us, he's taking things slow and steady: he recently published his 50th episode, and by focusing on quality, deep research and a diverse …

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Conquering the far side of the Moon: Breaking down China's historic lunar mission 11:53

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China has become the first country to land a probe on the far side of the Moon and bring samples back to Earth. What does this new milestone mean for science, and how are geopolitics affecting human space exploration? FRANCE 24's Yuka Royer speaks to Martin Barstow, professor of astrophysics and space science at the University of Leicester.…

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Three Ravens Bestiary #10: Kelpies 54:53

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From nuggles to brags, the Ceffyl Dŵr to nixies, there's plenty of reasons to be nervous about horse-shaped monsters on the shoreline - but fear not, as Martin is here to demystify Kelpies and mythical water horses in general! Part of the "Three Ravens Bestiary" series, we start by discussing the links between seaweed and kelpies, the first appeara…

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Andrea Charalambous - When you are exploring the world with Emirates Airlines and your passenger is Brad Pitt 38:22

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Talking to Andrea about how life doesn’t always turn out the way we expected it. After studying psychology in the UK and coming back to Cyprus, she realised that things were complicated. For fun she joins an open recruiting day for flight attendants at Emirates Airlines and gets accepted. Even though her father wasn’t thrilled with the idea, she mo…

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Series 4 Episode 10: Lancashire 1:34:29

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On this week's episode we're headed back to Lancashire, and Eleanor is telling a spooky story based on a haunted attraction at Blackpool's Pleasure Beach... We start off by discussing St John the Baptist and his bonfires of bones, after which we head off to Lancashire! In addition to talking about Liverpool and its mythical protector birds Bella an…

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Ep.1: ‘Emily in Paris S3 E7’: 3 English Speaking Lessons 12:52

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Send a text message to the show. Ep.1: ‘Emily in Paris S3 E7’: 3 English Speaking Lessons IntroductionIn this episode, you learn two English vocabulary and how to pronounce them correctly in addition to an English idiom, its meaning, and how to use it. This lesson is based on three scenes in Episode 7 of Emily in Paris Season 3. 3 English Lessons f…

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Guy Stuart Ritchie s an English film director, producer and screenwriter. 32:22

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Ritchie left school at the age of 15, and worked in entry-level jobs in the film industry before going on to direct television commercials. In 1995, he directed a short film, The Hard Case, followed by the crime comedy Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998), his feature-length directorial debut. He gained recognition with his second film, Snatc…

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Local Legends #9: Emma Ozenbrook 1:26:12

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On this week's episode of Local Legends, Martin gathers round the campfire with Kent resident and host of the Real Life Ghost Stories podcast, Emma Ozenbrook. Born in Ireland, Emma has lived in Kent for a fair old chunk of time and knows it very well, which, combined with her love for a good story, makes her a cracking ambassador for 'The Garden of…

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Award-winning Indian author Arundhati Roy risks prosecution 11:31

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Will India's democratic backsliding continue? Following recent elections which weakened Prime Minister Narendra Modi, FRANCE 24 discusses the latest foreign journalist forced to leave, as well as the prosecution of author Arundhati Roy, with author and professor Alpa Shah.By FRANCE 24 English

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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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Magic and Medicines #10: Cunning Folk 1:04:45

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Feeling under the weather? We have something to help with that as, in this week's Bonus Episode, Eleanor is uncovering the mysterious history of folk healers in England! Part of the "Magic and Medicines" series, we start by chatting through who 'Cunning Folk' were, including quite how wide-scale their business was, as well as the time periods in wh…

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PCR 560: Dragged Into the Courtroom - The Adobe Lawsuit, Alex Peter, Lord of Maps, & Nymphia Wind 1:00:47

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Andrew Peter Pan Lego Set: https://www.lego.com/en-ca/product/peter-pan-wendy-s-flight-over-london-43232 Inside Out 2: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt22022452/ Alex Peter: https://www.alexpeterart.com/ Lord of Maps Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lordofmaps/how-to-draw-a-map-book-by-lord-of-maps Lauren House of the Dragon: https://w…

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Kirsten Rudberg - The Meaning of "Third Culture Kids" 36:49

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Talking about growing up in Lahore and Guyana, what it means to be a third culture kid. Her childhood was informed by the Islamic call to prayer and her education at the American School had her playing with kids from all over the world of every color, creed and religion. When one grows up like this, is it any wonder that the world becomes enchanted…

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Series 4 Episode 9: Kent 1:39:42

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On this week's episode we're headed back to Kent, and Martin is telling a spooky story based on the life of a sinister historic Archbishop of Canterbury... We start off discussing St Nectan, his errant cows, and headless commute back home, after which we venture to Kent! In addition to chatting about Dover Castle, the oldest boat in the world, and …

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Local Legends #8: David Crowther 1:12:21

2M ago1:12:21

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On this week's episode of Local Legends, Martin gathers round the campfire with Oxfordshire local and host of The History of England podcast, David Crowther. Born in Loughborough over the border, David has lived in Oxfordshire for many years, giving him a perfect perspective on the county. That of someone who's familiar with it, but who sees it wit…

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