Best Loobys Podcasts (2024)

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The magic of immersive connection experiences with Looby Macnamara and Leona Johnson 45:03

1M ago45:03

45:03

In this inspiring and enriching conversation Leona and Looby talk about the Model of The Eight Shields and how following the natural patterns of flow from daily and seasonal, to life stages and their corresponding energies, can create the optimum conditions for connection, healing and growth. Using this model powerful fields of connection and emerg…

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Flipping the Script (Jeb Interviews Oliver) 48:40

2M ago48:40

48:40

For the last You Seem Exceptional of the semester, we decided to switch things around and have our host Jeb interview fellow host Oliver. We discuss Chicago and deep dish pizza, Scouts and camping, storytelling and college journalism and Oliver's dog Wilbur.By WSUM

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Russia Talk with Professor Yoshiko Herrera 48:46

2M ago48:46

48:46

This week, our guest is Yoshiko Herrera, our Political Science Professor in our class, Political Science 344: The Russian War On Ukraine: Causes and Consequences. We discuss the Russian Invasion of Ukraine, the classes Professor Herrera teaches, Professor Herrera's experiences as an academic in a field suddenly thrust into extreme global relevance,…

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Learning to Yodel with Nate Gibson 54:41

2M ago54:41

54:41

This week, our guest is Nate Gibson, an ethnomusicologist currently working as an archivist and lecturer at UW-Madison. Nate teaches us to yodel, and we discuss the history of yodeling, Nate's experiences meeting legendary yodelers, the three wise kings, Nate's dog Lola, pirate jokes and hodag culture. Catch You Seem Exceptional Live at 4PM every T…

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Jamie Perez 40:49

3M ago40:49

40:49

This week, Oliver's guest is Jamie Perez, a local entrepreneur and the owner of Beyond Words Productions. We discuss storytelling, being an entrepreneur, working as a multimedia journalist, the transition between the two and the value of storytelling to the companies that she works with. Catch You Seem Exceptional Live at 4PM every Tuesday on WSUM …

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Science Communicator Caitlin Looby 36:41

3M ago36:41

36:41

This week, our guest is Science Communicator Caitlin Looby, the Great Lakes reporter at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. We discuss Caitlin's 13 years researching the effects of climate change on soil microbes, her transition from science research to science journalism, her enthusiasm for camping and the outdoors and her canine camping companion Ode…

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Master of Fine Arts Candidate Tamara McLean 31:20

3M ago31:20

31:20

This week, our guest is MFA Candidate Tamara McLean, a graduate student and lecturer at the University of Wisconsin—Madison. We discuss her experiences with making art in augmented reality, her work as an instructor over the last 6 years, her research into the views of female graphic designers and cat naming privileges. Catch You Seem Exceptional L…

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Travel Journalist - Kate Webster #65 55:11

4M ago55:11

55:11

Welcome back to an exhilarating journey with Kate, an intrepid traveler and true outlier. Brace yourself as we dive into captivating narratives that will tantalize your sensesand awaken your wanderlust. I first crossed paths with Kate at the airport enroute to the MEETINGS NZ trade show, and from that moment, our shared passion for exploration forg…

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Professor Dorothea Salo 45:35

4M ago45:35

45:35

This week our guest is Professor Dorothea Salo, a professor in the field of Library and Information Science. We discuss data security concerns, the Canvas app that is used by the university, purple squirrels, cycling and Dorothea's field of study. Catch You Seem Exceptional Live at 4PM every Tuesday on WSUM 91.7 FM Madison. You can learn more about…

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Voice Actor Jason Stephens 39:55

4M ago39:55

39:55

This week, our guest is Jason Stephens, a voice actor, professional imitator, mimic and father. We discuss Jason's start in voice acting, AI voice acting and the gaming presidents, a bag full of squirrels as a metaphor for ADHD, a clown hat as a metaphor for working on your public image, running a D&D (Dungeons & Dragons) podcast and being the fath…

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News, Talk and Public Affairs Director Chali Pittman 47:18

5M ago47:18

47:18

This week, we spoke with Chali Pittman, the News, Talk and Public Affairs Director at local community radio station WORT 89.9 FM Madison. We discuss being a college student with a passion for radio, working at WORT, the accountability Ouroboros and other esoteric vocabulary. Catch You Seem Exceptional live at 4PM every Tuesday on WSUM 91.7 FM Madis…

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Alder Dina Nina Martinez-Rutherford 47:52

5M ago47:52

47:52

This week, our guest is Dina Nina Martinez-Rutherford, Alder of the 15th District of Madison and the first out trans woman elected in Wisconsin. We discuss her dog, local government, being the first elected trans official and Dina's career as a comedian. Catch You Seem Exceptional Live at 4PM every Tuesday on WSUM 91.7 FM Madison.…

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Shawn Steen 45:35

5M ago45:35

45:35

This week, our guest is Shawn Steen, a volunteer coordinator and former book dealer. We discuss Shawn's experiences working at several nonprofits, the Memorial Union pool Hall and being a Book Dealer in Seattle at the time Amazon was crushing the competition. Catch You Seem Exceptional Live at 4PM every Tuesday on WSUM 91.7 FM Madison.…

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Alice Pauser 47:34

5M ago47:34

47:34

This week our guest is Alice Pauser, a writer, author, storyteller and stand-up comedian. We discuss Catholic School, experiences as a young Journalist, Alice's book NUNderwear, Local Standup and Storytelling and the Moth. Catch You Seem Exceptional Live at 4PM every Tuesday on WSUM 91.7 FM Madison. Learn more about Alice Pauser here: https://scrip…

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Jeb Blossom 46:06

5M ago46:06

46:06

In this episode host Oliver Gerharz interviews fellow host Jeb Blossom. We discuss Boarding School, the Model UN and Jeb's show "Nighttime Jamboree" (Mondays 12AM). Catch You Seem Exceptional Live at 4PM every Tuesday on WSUM 91.7 FM Madison.By WSUM

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The Russian Doll by Marina Palmer 8:08

11M ago8:08

8:08

The Russian Doll by Merina Palmer and Chapter 1 of this part political intrigue thriller, part romance. Makes for an entertaining and fast-paced book set in present day London. Support the Show.By Looby

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Working With Men with Piers Cross 1:06:26

11M ago1:06:26

1:06:26

Things we talk about in this episode Working with Men, We can be vulnerable, i can thrive in relationships, Boarding school trauma Life in a monastery- Falling apart and putting self back together again Mens work- Andy’s man club- it's ok to speak. The Work- Folsom Prison- Vulnerability is a super power. By talking we give permission for others to …

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Thriving 35 years beyond a terminal diagnosis #64 34:26

12M ago34:26

34:26

Cathy Brown was only thirty-three, married withtwo young children aged six and eight when she was diagnosed with melanoma.After the tumours were examined, she was informed that she had two months to two years to live and that chemotherapy and radiotherapy were not an option. She was devastated. she wanted to see her children grow up. She wanted to …

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Wrong Place, Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister 4:05

1y ago4:05

4:05

Wrong Place, Wrong Time is an ingeniously plotted psychological thriller told in reverse! One of those books which is a real page turner with twists and turns along the way. Addictive, riveting, brilliant! Support the Show.By Looby

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This pilgrim hiked 3000km in crocs! Steve Hunter #63 47:04

1y ago47:04

47:04

My jaw dropped when Steve told me he walked 3000km (1864miles) wearing ‘Crocs’ (shoe brand). That includes the Camino de Santiago and a numberof other pilgrimages. This information sums up Steve in many ways. He calls himself a pilgrim. His wisdom drops were“when you get lost, you get found.” And “Travel highlights the complexity of human nature.”.…

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The Death of the Looby 3:44

1y ago3:44

3:44

A reading of my blog post entitled The Death of the Looby. Text VersionBy Butterflies and Incantations

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Embracing gender diversity – a mother’s story. Annie Looby #9 encore episode. 28:11

1y ago28:11

28:11

Annie Looby, a former actor and now psychotherapist shares her story of traversing the emotional journey of being a mother of a transgender boy. Her extraordinary experience of deep acceptance and unconditional love is shared as Annie faces the very real challenge of loss and grief into a world of the unknown, with the very real shifting and evolvi…

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A Thelemic Diatribe on Magick 2:47

1y ago2:47

2:47

A reading of my blog post entitled A Thelemic Diatribe on Magick. Text VersionBy Butterflies and Incantations

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A doctor’s career journey with intuition & possibilities Dr Oliva Lesslar #62 51:10

1y ago51:10

51:10

Dr Olivia Lesslar is a woman who follows her intuition. She’s an action taker as well as a seeker. It was a pleasure and honour to spend this time with her. Olivia is a functional medicine practitioner with an interest in complex chronic conditions. You will hear her love of delving into, and working with other practitioners, on CFS, CIRS, MCAS, ca…

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Integrative medicine, psychedelic well-being retreats and the power of nature connection with Dr Duncan Still 1:04:43

1y ago1:04:43

1:04:43

Things we talk about in this episode How the mainstream medical establishment is opening to integrative medicine 5 Ways to wellbeing- New Economic Foundation Phil Hammond-What causes your health issues. CLANGERS Connect-Learning-Active-Noticing-Gratitude-Eating well-Resting-Sleeping Nature as a way to better health Green social prescribing Psychede…

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The Invisible Bridge by Julie Orringer 3:22

1y ago3:22

3:22

The Invisible Bridge by Jule Orringer is an engrossing, emotional story set in 1937 from a remote Hungarian village to the grand opera houses of Budapest and Paris. It spans many years and is ultimately a vividly written book which will have an profound impact on you. Superb! Support the Show.By Looby

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Wicca; The Oft Ungrateful Child of Thelema 25:19

1y ago25:19

25:19

A reading of my blog entry entitled Wicca; The Oft Ungrateful Child of Thelema Text VersionBy Butterflies and Incantations

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Concerning The Emerald Tablets of Thoth 3:01

1y ago3:01

3:01

A reading of my blog entry entitled Concerning The Emerald Tablets of Thoth Text VersionBy Butterflies and Incantations

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A Christian Argument for Thelema 3:56

1y ago3:56

3:56

A reading of my blog post entitled A Christian Argument for Thelema Text VersionBy Butterflies and Incantations

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Sacred Breath with Kerry Veitch 51:13

1y ago51:13

51:13

Things we talk about in this episode Many different ways to breath Breath as a way to access pure presence and consciousness. Many health and wellbeing benefits to breathing The rise in awareness due to breathwork and technology and lockdown A way to help us come back to our essence and connect to ourselves as natural beings, one with life. Out of …

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The Tarot is Wrong on Purpose 8:42

1y ago8:42

8:42

This is a reading of my blog entry entitled The Tarot is Wrong on Purpose: Why the Ryder-Waite-Smith deck frustrates me Text VersionBy Butterflies and Incantations

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Damascus Station by David McCloskey - Chapter 1 (part) 13:02

1y ago13:02

13:02

This is part of Chapter 1 of Damascus Station.....it's setting the theme for the intrigue and espionage to follow. Support the Show.By Looby

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Mother's as Leaders with Emma Gorbutt 58:17

1+ y ago58:17

58:17

Things we talk about in this episode Living at Earth worm- radical routes housing co-op. Humans as interdependent beings. Radical Routes- National Network of intentional communities. The importance of supportive Networks Mother Nature Project- International Project- Mother Nature Card Decks and Mother Nature Circles- Personal growth. A global need …

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What is nomad and ex-pat life really like? Therese Lafleche #61 35:50

1+ y ago35:50

35:50

Since the age of 17, Therese has been traveling and moving around the world, by choice. Back then Therese shares that she was a shy introvert but with each move, she has discovered so much about herself and the world. Integrating into a new environment has done wonders for her self-esteem. All these travels has allowed her to create quite the lugga…

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Damascus Station by David McCloskey 4:33

1+ y ago4:33

4:33

Damascus Station is a gripping, realistic portrayal of espionage, love, loyalty and betrayal. You won't be able to put it down! Support the Show.By Looby

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Your Host Monique Gaudion - My story from abandonment to freedom #60 41:33

1+ y ago41:33

41:33

So, here is a peak into my life. A life that encompasses abduction, neglect, trauma, miracles, joy and release. Not the full story, of course and I have to say it has been quite a ride of pain and amazing good fortune. It is fun podcast, amidst some challenging subject matters. Being the teller and not the host was a challenge I was up for. I’ve le…

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80 years young and the adventure continues. Leone Galbraith #59 35:44

1+ y ago35:44

35:44

Age doesn’t matter and no one knows that better than my guest Leone Galbraith. This woman lives her life to the max! At 78 she took up deep sea diving, at 80 golf. Her motto for life has been “If you want it, then just do it!” And she has. From being one of the first women to water-ski as a professional at SeaWorld in Queensland, to living on a boa…

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Continuing with the story of The Lovers in Before the Coffee Gets Cold 13:02

1+ y ago13:02

13:02

A further excerpt from the initial story of The Lovers in Before the Coffee Gets Cold. Now we learn that there are certain intriguing rules before anyone can travel back in time. More to follow..... Support the Show.By Looby

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The Lovers - Begining of the first story in Before the Coffee Gets Cold 11:10

1+ y ago11:10

11:10

This is a section of the first visitor we encounter in Before the Coffee Gets Cold. We are introduced to the couple and how they end up in the cafe called Funiculi Funicula. Support the Show.By Looby

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Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi 3:40

1+ y ago3:40

3:40

What a delight! Before the Coffee Gets Cold is a quirky novel which balances the sad and the sweet and ask the ultimate question: what would you change if you could travel back in time? Support the Show.By Looby

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The Safe House - Chapter 2 7:11

1+ y ago7:11

7:11

The Safe House by Louise Mumford & the second chapter in the book. A taste of things to come..... Support the Show.By Looby

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The Jigsaw Man by Nadine Matheson & The Safe House By Louise Mumford 13:19

1+ y ago13:19

13:19

The Jigsaw Man is a dark, chilling and at the same time, grim thriller about a serial killer on the loose. Naturally there are a few unexpected twists and turns along the way! The Safe House is a compelling, psychological thriller which is hard to put down. A book which is ultimately about the depths of a mother's love and how delusional one can be…

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The Accomplice by Steve Cavanagh & The Ticket Collector from Belarus by Mike Anderson & Neil Hanson 7:12

1+ y ago7:12

7:12

Two completely different books to introduce to you: The Accomplice by Steve Cavanagh is a gripping, twisty and clever page turner thriller. Hard to put down! The Ticket Collector from Belarus by Mike Anderson & Neil Hanson is a true story of two childhood friends that became the bitterest of enemies following the Nazi invasion in 1941. Hard to beli…

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From arborist to Hollywood stunt coordinator of Thirteen Lives Keir Beck #58 34:15

1+ y ago34:15

34:15

Keir Beck is a down to earth Aussie who transitioned from a gardener to a tree arborist then onto the wild and dangerous world as a stunt coordinator & rigger. Keir’s career highlights include Pitch Black, Mad Max- Fury Road, three Matrix films, Casino Royale & his latest collaboration with Ron Howard in the film Thirteen Lives. Keir’s journey embo…

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