Best Martin Gardner Podcasts (2024)

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Toks Dada, Lara Maiklem, Joseph Cavalli-Price, Ed Gamble 1:00:32

5h ago1:00:32

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A multi tempo show for you today… In ‘allegro’, maverick music programmer, curator, and Head of Classical Music at the Southbank Centre Toks Dada is on a mission to change the face of classical music. We’ll give ‘andante’ to Joseph Cavalli-Price, a pianist and hugely accomplished tenor who embodies the profound power that music can have playing for…

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Leadership and lasting faith - Liz Bewley | Episode 265 56:08

5d ago56:08

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This week's guest is Liz Bewley, Executive Director from OneLife. Liz and Martin dive into the importance and role that being a young leader can have on lifelong faith development in young people, Liz introduces Martin to 'The Character Death Star'. Meanwhile, back at Youthscape Towers, Martin and Rachel open up the conversation around influencers,…

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Joanne Harris, Jack Garratt, Natalie Haynes, Adam Kay 59:36

7d ago59:36

59:36

The author Joanne Harris, who describes herself as ‘test-driver of experimental dream machines who sometimes writes a bit’, grew up living above her grandparents sweetshop and celebrates the 25th anniversary of Chocolat this year. The multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter Jack Garratt shot to fame in 2016 and became one of the UK’s brightest new…

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Event evangelism, and the importance of leaders who last - Tim and Emma Owen | Episode 264 53:16

12d ago53:16

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Continuing our theme of lifelong faith, Martin sits down with Emma and Tim Owen from the Message Trust to dig into the work they do in schools. Together they wrestle with the difficulties of pop-up events and the important relationship with the local church while contextualising the music and evangelism that they’re involved in. Meanwhile Martin an…

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Rob Rinder, Martin Sixsmith, Jaega Wise, Rachel Stevens 1:01:22

14d ago1:01:22

1:01:22

Rob Rinder…barrister, broadcaster, occasional orchestra conductor, lover of Amazing Hotels, currently on our TVs travelling through Italy with Rylan - and now bestselling author with his latest novel The Suspect. Beer sommelier and one of the best brewers in the UK, Jaega Wise reveals how she went from pop star to hop star to judging at this years …

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What does the bible tell us about lifelong faith? - Andy du Feu | Episode 263 57:30

19d ago57:30

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This week Rachel sits down with Andy Du Feu, Principal of Moorlands College, to lift the lid on what the Bible says about faith formation. Back in the studio, Martin and Rachel divulge on some of their youth work 'zingers', and Rachel shares the story on the journey of church plant in Blackburn as well as a funny story about late night mistaken ide…

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Sebastian Faulks, Sarah Brooks, Maisie Adam, Paul Sinha 1:02:51

21d ago1:02:51

1:02:51

Writer Sebastian Faulks, recently described as ‘a state of the species novelist’, famous for his historical stories, he’s now taking us into the future exploring what it means to be human in new book The Seventh Son. The cautious traveller Sarah Brooks, reveals how her life was changed after a vodka fuelled evening in a dining car on the Trans-Sibe…

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Imtiaz Dharker, Ashley John-Baptiste, Miria Harris, Danny Robins 1:01:15

24d ago1:01:15

1:01:15

The Journalist and presenter Ashley John-Baptiste, who’s written a very moving memoir about growing up in care. The Lahore born poet Imtiaz Dharker will be appearing on the programme. We’ll be talking about what’s made her identify as a Scottish, Pakistani, Calvinist, Muslim who’s been adopted by India and Wales. Plus, landscape and garden designer…

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Discipleship that lasts - Tom Clark | Episode 262 54:50

25d ago54:50

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This week Martin invited Tom Clark, Online Pastor at Holy Trinity Brompton, to share some of the lessons he's learned being in youth ministry for nearly two decades and the intentional ways they've built discipleship for the long haul into the fabric of what they do. Rachel and Martin also discuss the recent tale of Martin's youth group's 30 year r…

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Launching The Adventure of a Lifetime - Dr Hannah Bowden | Episode 261 50:00

1M ago50:00

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The podcast is back! This season we’re asking the important question of ‘how do we set up young people for a lifetime with Jesus’ and digging into the misconceptions and foundations of building lifelong faith. Martin and Rachel sit down with Dr Hannah Bowden, part of the Youthscape Centre for Research, as they kick off the start of the season explo…

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Patrick Grant, Frank Gardner, Razan Alsous, Marlon James 58:34

1M ago58:34

58:34

Fashion designer, entrepreneur and Great British Sewing Bee judge Patrick Grant has put his money where his seams are with his company Community Clothing and new book 'Less' urging us to stop buying so much rubbish and appreciate fewer, better things. We’re taking cheesy to another level with Razan Alsous who came to the UK as a refugee from Syria …

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7: Restoring Your Body’s Healing Power 38:48

1M ago38:48

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Rocky Mountain Energy Infusion Center uses Scaler waves, biophotonic light frequency and Fibonacci sequence to raise the energy of your cells so your immune system can pull the toxins out of your body. In this episode Dave and Judy chat with Alan and Kelly McIinnis about the unique service they offer at The Next Us. Rocky Mountain Energy Infusion i…

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John McNally 18:08

2M ago18:08

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Interview with John McNally, author of the crime novel THE PINNED BUTTERFLY, published under the pen name Johnny Mack. You can support the podcast today by buying me a coffee, or you can subscribe to the podcast via Apple iTunes for ad-free episodes. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reading-and-writing-podcast/donations Advertising I…

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Hay Festival - Mishal Husain, Stephen and Anita Mangan, Conn Iggulden, Kiell Smith-Bynoe 56:55

2M ago56:55

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We’re kicking off the festival season in style, and in the sun, with three very different books… but who’s authors have more in common than you may think. This week’s events haven’t stopped Mishal Husain making her way to us this weekend – for what will surely be the only down time she’ll have over the next 6 weeks. Mishal’s new memoir charts her f…

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Anthony Horowitz, Preet Chandi, Kimberley Nixon, Reece Shearsmith 1:00:25

2M ago1:00:25

1:00:25

The bestselling, prolific screenwriter and author of the Hawthorne series Anthony Horowitz… whose creative achievements may be further admired and perhaps understood when he reveals what he’s overcome with the relationship with his father. Possessed with a similar drive, Capt. Preet Chandi is with us, now the fastest woman to cross Antarctica she s…

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Mary Beard, Teresa Moon and Dawn Donkin, Arthur Hughes, Michael and Hilary Whitehall 1:03:13

2M ago1:03:13

1:03:13

Mary Beard unearths some of the fascinating little-known stories that helped build the Roman Empire in her new series of Being Roman, and reveals how a cake is responsible for making her Britain’s best-known classicist. From the senate and the people of Rome to the Sherlock Holmes of Tudor England – star of the new Shardlake series, Arthur Hughes j…

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6: MeadowGrass Music Festival: Sneak Preview 45:24

2M ago45:24

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Hear a sampling of the musical artists who’ll take the stage at Memorial Day Weekend’s MeadowGrass Music Festival. Rocky Mountain Highway Music Collaborative Executive Director Jessica Barney and MeadowGrass Music Director Steve Harris share details about this popular festival in the Black Forest while we listen to a few of the bands. Also, Going N…

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Val McDermid, Lauren Price, Nicola Nuttall, Jamie Laing 1:01:21

2M ago1:01:21

1:01:21

The Titan of Tartan Noir, crime writer Val McDermid, who grew up playing in the ruins of Macduff's castle, shines a new light on Lady Macbeth in her new book, and tells us show she became addicted to video games. Nicola Nuttall has written a beautiful memoir about helping her daughter Laura make the most of her final days living with brain cancer…L…

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Boaz Volleyball - Hannah Walls & Taylor Gardner 1:22:25

2M ago1:22:25

1:22:25

Today, Boaz Juniors Hannah Walls & Taylor Gardner sit down with us to talk a little volleyball. We learn a lot about these girls. And, taking in a midget wrestling match is definitely one of their enjoyed pastimes. Plus, we're checking in with FCA to see what events are coming up that you might want to get involved with. Enjoy! And, if you like it,…

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5: Walk, Hike, Bike or Putt for MS 1:00:40

3M ago1:00:40

1:00:40

About one in 550 Coloradans live with MS (multiple sclerosis), a potentially disabling disease of the brain and spinal cord. A cure hasn’t yet been found, but research has resulted in many effective treatment options. Learn about some fun ways to support that research. In this episode: (at 24:24) Kasey McBride of the National MS Society and Amy Str…

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Steven Knight, Ruth Goodman, Catherine Coldstream, Vernon Kay 1:01:29

3M ago1:01:29

1:01:29

Birmingham’s unofficial global ambassador, Steven Knight, who did as much for flat caps as he did for Brum by creating Peaky Blinders and he’s now taking us back to the West Midlands of the 1980’s with his latest TV series This Town. Catherine Coldstream had a bohemian upbringing in London, lived in Paris and fell in love with "unsuitable propositi…

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Nic Hamilton, Josh Elwell and Eliot Gibbins, Victoria McCloud, Marcus Brigstocke and Rachel Parris 1:00:10

3M ago1:00:10

1:00:10

Racing driver Nic Hamilton is the first disabled athlete to compete in the British Touring Car Championship. Born with cerebral palsy and told he would always need to use a wheelchair, he certainly embodies his self-given title of ‘limit defier’ and shares how he proved everyone wrong in his new book 'Now That I Have Your Attention'. Victoria McClo…

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Fierce Cheers, Southern Spirit, and Masters' Majesty: Dive into Our Athlete Extravaganza 1:33:15

3M ago1:33:15

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Step into the world of high school athleticism as we're joined by Sophomore Claire Cantrell & Junior Allie Claire Martin from Arab High School's Varsity Cheer Squad! Get ready for an exhilarating ride as we delve into their lives, passions, and even witness one of them unleashing an unexpected talent—she's a rapper! (Spoiler alert: She spits fire!)…

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Sardis Tennis - Jayden Johnson & Will Nance 1:09:53

3M ago1:09:53

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🎾 Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled ride as we dive into the world of tennis like never before! Join us for our electrifying podcast episode featuring the dynamic duo from Sardis High, Jayden Johnson & Will Nance, in Sardis High's first-ever athlete interview. From smashing serves to epic rallies, they're here to share their exhilarating journey i…

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Adele Roberts, Ben Elton, David Duke, Angela Hartnett 1:00:06

3M ago1:00:06

1:00:06

The broadcaster, marathon runner, and proud parent to her life saving stoma Audrey, Adele Roberts reveals how she overcame cancer wrote a book and danced on ice. Writer and comedian Ben Elton whose new stand-up tour highlights his trademark incisive social commentary by exploring authentic stupidity. David Duke went from sleeping rough and living i…

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Kate Silverton, Tom Shakespeare, Rebecca Ginger, John Robins 1:00:53

3M ago1:00:53

1:00:53

The irrepressible Tom Shakespeare shares how the boy nicknamed 'The Blob' at school went on to become a bioethicist, disability rights advocate, and now a debut novelist. Kate Silverton has swapped the newsroom for the therapists couch having retrained as a child counsellor. She has also become a bestselling author and her latest book maintains tha…

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Sarah Tomlinson 20:22

4M ago20:22

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Interview with Sarah Tomlinson, author of the novel The Last Days of the Midnight Ramblers. You can support the podcast today by buying me a coffee, or you can subscribe to the podcast via Apple iTunes for ad-free episodes. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reading-and-writing-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle…

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Gaynor Faye, Tommy Blaize, Christian Lewis, Liz Bonnin 59:26

4M ago59:26

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One of Yorkshire’s finest, the actor famous for Fat Friends, Coronation Street and Emmerdale, Gaynor Faye. She’s making her directorial debut with the stage adaptation of The Syndicate, written by her mother; the late, great Kay Mellor. Tommy Blaize is the voice of Strictly. He’s been singing on the show since the very first episode. But today he r…

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Rear Admiral Jude Terry, Ashley Blaker, Sara Cox, Lauren Laverne 1:00:46

4M ago1:00:46

1:00:46

Rear Admiral Jude Terry, the first woman to hold flag rank in The Royal Navy, keeps us ship shape and shares how a rebellious teenager became the highest ranking female member of the Navy. Ready to send us to the sin bin Sara Cox, not that one, reveals how she "walked through stinging nettles" to become the world's first professional female rugby u…

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Julian Clary, Christopher Samuel, Zak Addae-Kodua and Jules Rowan, Natalie Cassidy 58:58

4M ago58:58

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Entertainer, actor, comedian, author and very clever man, Julian Clary joins us, he makes disdain and innuendo hilarious and he’s back onstage playing Herod in Jesus Christ Superstar. When Christopher Samuel picked up a biro and drew a picture of himself, it changed his life. He’ll tell us how he’s now using art to challenge the perceptions of disa…

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Adam Richman, Christie Watson, Dereck Gow, Karen Hauer 58:17

4M ago58:17

58:17

Radio 4's Saturday morning show brings you extraordinary stories and remarkable people.By BBC Radio 4

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Senior Spotlight: Asbury High Softball's Triple Threat 56:37

4M ago56:37

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Join us as we chat with three Asbury High seniors about their sports journey and future plans, filled with softball chants and cheers. Kandi Armstrong shares FCA updates, while Varsity Sports Analyst Greg Glasscock covers local spring sports. If you'd like to see even more, catch the full show on YouTube!…

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Guntersville Basketball & Tennis - Jackson Porch & Date Peterson 1:45:47

4M ago1:45:47

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Today, Guntersville High School Seniors Jackson Porch & Date Peterson stop by the studio to talk a little basketball & tennis.They'll also fill us in on what's in store for the next chapter of their lives & tell us about lessons learned from their high school career. And, we'll catch up with Greg Glasscock for an update on spring sports across our …

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Marshall Christian Basketball - Trevor Glassco & Daniel Kappes 1:24:52

4M ago1:24:52

1:24:52

🏀 "Ready to Score: Inside the High School Hoops Finale" Join us for an electrifying episode as we sit down with Trevor Glassco & Daniel Kappes, the dynamic seniors from Marshall Christian Academy, as they reflect on their final high school basketball season. What made this season unforgettable? Where does life take them next? But that's not all! St…

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Jennie Gow, Sarah Marsh, Ken Fowler, Alex Horne 59:58

5M ago59:58

59:58

Jennie Gow, the journalist and BBC motor racing presenter who is navigating her post-stroke life and plans to be back on air for the Formula 1 this season. Sarah Marsh, the deaf author who has written a debut novel about a deaf woman finding her identity in a hearing world. And sailor Ken Fowler who circumnavigated every island in England and Wales…

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Head Coach Tony Mabrey 1:16:59

5M ago1:16:59

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Today, we get the privilege of having Brindlee Mtn. Varsity Ladies' Basketball Head Coach Tony Mabrey in the studio. It's rare that we get to see a sport from the coach's point of view. So get ready to learn a few things, like what a coach looks for in players, and how your drive to succeed can serve you well. Plus, Kandi Armstrong fills us in on t…

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On Education with RIT Dean - Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences: Matt Heunerfauth 57:34

5M ago57:34

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By Matt Gardner

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Daisy Goodwin, Chris Anderson, Jane Cholmeley, Tommy Tiernan 58:08

5M ago58:08

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Chris Anderson, an entrepreneur with a unique background as the son of missionaries and now the head of the TED organization, advocates for the power of Infectious Generosity as the ultimate idea worth spreading. Jane Cholmeley, once a feminist bookseller and now an author, shares her journey of running Europe's largest women's bookstore amidst cha…

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Carissa Orlando 18:14

5M ago18:14

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Interview with Carissa Orlando, author of the novel THE SEPTEMBER HOUSE. You can support the podcast today by buying me a coffee, or you can subscribe to the podcast via Apple iTunes for ad-free episodes. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reading-and-writing-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy…

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The Youth Of Marshall County 49:08

5M ago49:08

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Today, we're talking to Arab Junior Lawson King, Guntersville Senior Layla Bright, and our special guest co-host Guntersville Senior Gina Bess Carr. They're all part of an organization known as The Youth Of Marshall County, and they've put together an event called Worship on the Water. They tell us how it came to be and what it's been like putting …

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Nick Petrie 21:02

5M ago21:02

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Interview with Nick Petrie, author of the novel THE PRICE YOU PAY. You can support the podcast today by buying me a coffee, or you can subscribe to the podcast via Apple iTunes for ad-free episodes. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reading-and-writing-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt…

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Trend Report Teaser | Translating God: A Youthscape Podcast 6:41

5M ago6:41

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We want to invite you to join Rachel Gardner and Dr. Lucie Moore as they explore the first part of the Translating God research from the Youthscape Centre for Research in their own podcast. They lift the lid on what the research is all about and give a sneak peak at some of the headlines and topics that they'll cover over the next 4 episodes. Still…

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Martin Clark 18:30

5M ago18:30

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Interview with Martin Clark, author of the novel THE PLINKO BOUNCE. You can support the podcast today by buying me a coffee, or you can subscribe to the podcast via Apple iTunes for ad-free episodes. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reading-and-writing-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Op…

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Marianna Spring, James Timpson, Callum Scott Howells, Adam Hills 58:38

5M ago58:38

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Today - our guests inhabit very different worlds... One exists in kindness, James Timpson, the businessman and philanthropist - whose new book The Happy Index - puts happiness at the top of his business plans. Marianna Spring on the other hand, spends much of her life in a world filled with nastiness and trolls, and asks Why Do You Hate Me? in her …

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Asbury High School - Sheyla Guzman Pacheco & Landon Bethune 1:11:31

5M ago1:11:31

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Today, we welcome Senior athletes Sheyla Guzman Pacheco & Landon Bethune from Asbury High School. They have 3 sports between them. They tell us all about the lessons learned so far and what's next, as they journey into the next chapter of their lives. Plus, we check in with Greg Glasscock to get up to speed on the state of our local basketball seas…

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Joe Lycett, Alison Lapper, Russell T Davies, Richard Hammond 58:05

5M ago58:05

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National sweetheart, and very silly boy, Joe Lycett adds some pizazz to proceedings...as he talks art, Queen's Heath and his special brand of public service vigilantism as he sets his sights on the water companies. The writer, producer and creator behind landmark TV series; Queer as Folk, It’s A Sin, Years and Doctor Who, Russell T Davies, looks ba…

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Boaz Tennis with Chloe Baines & Isaac Butler 1:09:23

5M ago1:09:23

1:09:23

Today, Chloe Baines & Isaac Butler stop by the studio to tell us what they hope to see this season, their Senior season, playing for Boaz Tennis. Plus, they fill us in on what's next & more. And, we give you an update on what's happening with FCA that you can get involved with. Greg Glasscock gets us up to date on the area basketball tournament. An…

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Tim Key, Samantha Moore, Andrew Cotter, Jonathan Agnew 58:41

5M ago58:41

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Bringing his trademark droll humour and a bit of poetry to proceedings…the actor and comedian Tim Key discusses his new collection and reveals the story behind one of the most remarkable acts kindness he received from a stranger. He loves dogs, he loves sport and he’s one of the best in the world at commentating on both…we welcome the voice of a th…

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Arab High School Football - Jackson East & Noah Smith 1:34:00

5M ago1:34:00

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Today, we've got Jackson East & Noah Smith, both Juniors from Arab High School's Football Team. They're talking lessons learned, plans for the future, & you might hear something about a, "Boo Boo Cakes." You're gonna love it! Plus, we get the details on all things Sports Camp & PLT from Kandi Armstrong at FCA. And, Greg Glasscock fills us in on the…

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Kathy Reichs 13:07

6M ago13:07

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Interview with best-selling writer Kathy Reichs, author of the novel THE BONE HACKER. You can support the podcast today by buying me a coffee, or you can subscribe to the podcast via Apple iTunes for ad-free episodes. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reading-and-writing-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/b…

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