Best Nelson Alexander Podcasts (2024)

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The Battles of Algeciras: Saumarez v Linois, June-July 1801 52:19

5d ago52:19

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Bernie Campbell is joined by Rachel Blackman-Rogers, lecturer in defence studies at Kings College London, and Olivier Aranda, Assistant Professor of History at the University of Brest, to discuss a remarkable set of naval engagements, unique in many ways in the 1792-1815 period and the last of their kind during the French Revolutionary wars.…

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Episode #31- Javier Gomez 52:39

5d ago52:39

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In episode 31 of Grapplers Talk we sit down with Javier Gomez, a decorated BJJ competitor.Javier opens up about his path in jiu-jitsu, from his early days in the sport to reaching the podium. We dive deep into his training strategies, and mental preparation for tournaments, and the key lessons hes learned along the way. Weather ypu're a seasoned gr…

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Being Green - 04 Oct 24 _ Wine farm’s original pest controllers 6:20

6d ago6:20

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Vergenoegd Löw is one of the oldest farms in the Cape and makes award-winning wines, but it is also a beacon of sustainable agriculture and eco-friendly practices. And it just happens to have a very cute flock of ducks running about the vineyards. They act as chief “pest control officers”, making sure the farm is free of snails, slugs, and other da…

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Napoleonic D-Day: The British in Egypt, 1801 54:25

12d ago54:25

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Is this the most significant opposed landing of the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars? The assault on the beaches of Aboukir Bay by British forces under Abercromby [from around 13:00] was certainly a dramatic affair. So too was the Battle of Alexandria [from 23:15] which followed against the desperate remnants of the French expeditionary for…

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Episode #30- Mike Gianelli (Brian Nelson) 1:02:39

12d ago1:02:39

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In this episode of Grapplers Talk, I sit down with special guest Mike Gianelli and his coach Bjj Black belt Brain Nelson. Mike is a local competitor from Tracy, California. Mike shares insights into his journey in the world of jiu-jitsu, his training routines, and mindset it takes to be at the top. Tune in as we dive deep into his experiences an ch…

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Being Green - 27 Sept 24 _ Conservationists outraged by planned Namibian cull 6:54

13d ago6:54

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Conservationists are questioning Namibia’s plan to cull over 700 wild animals, including hippos, impalas, wildebeest, zebras, and 83 elephants. The environment ministry says the plan is to distribute the meat to people struggling to feed their families amid one of the country’s worst droughts in recent history. But critics suggest the cull is large…

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Episode #29- Nate Soliz 59:04

19d ago59:04

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This week Grapplers Talk welcomes Nate Soliz. Nate is a Brown Belt in Bjj under Andre De Fritas at DDR jiu-jitsu. Nate is a feirce competitor and a good friend. Listen to Nate talk about his journey through jiu-jitsu as well as his trip to Brazil as a blue belt. Tune in each and every week for more from Grapplers Talk. #grappling #jiujitsu #bjj #gr…

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Being Green - 20 Sept 24 _ Climate change and seasonal allergies 6:35

20d ago6:35

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Spring officially arrives this weekend and for many, this time of the year means a reaction to the increased pollen in the air. Some bad news from researchers and doctors is that climate change is not only worsening the symptoms of seasonal allergies, but also making them last longer. In this week’s edition of Being Green, Glynis Crook speaks to al…

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Episode 40: Q4-1801 - 'Vive Bonaparte!' 1:42:00

21d ago1:42:00

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1802. October... November... December... three months in which the longstanding contest between the British and the French switches from the battlefield to the negotiating table... After two complete years in power Napoleon Bonaparte's position looks increasingly secure... And the decision is taken to send a French fleet across the Atlantic with Sa…

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Episode #28- Will Alexander 1:30:55

26d ago1:30:55

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In this episode Dave is joined by Alika Foster and Will Alexander. Will is one of the top local competitor’s in the valley. Will has been training under coach Alika Foster for some time. Listen to Will and Alika dive deep into the unique approach Will takes toward jiu-jitsu. September 14th will takes on Carlos Cruz for a championship grappling supe…

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Being Green - 13 Sept 24 _ EU climate agency warns 2024 could be hottest yet 6:17

27d ago6:17

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While we spent the past few months shivering in our boots here in Cape Town, the northern hemisphere was experiencing its hottest summer since records began, increasing the likelihood that 2024 will be the Earth’s warmest year yet. In this week’s edition of Being Green, Glynis Crook speaks to Prof Guy Midgley, Director of Stellenbosch University’s …

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#67. Director Mikael Håfström On SLINGSHOT Starring Casey Affleck & Laurence Fishburne 17:18

1M ago17:18

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Director Mikael Håfström joins this episode of the Movies In Focus podcast to discuss his latest film, Slingshot, a space thriller starring Casey Affleck and Laurence Fishburne. Mikael is no stranger to crafting tense, atmospheric films, having directed works like his adaptation of Stephen King’s 1408 starring John Cusack and the Sylvester Stallone…

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Episode #27- David Joven 58:36

1M ago58:36

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In this Episode the guys welcome David Joven. David is a purple belt at BBB in Stockton California. David is well known for his Instagram Page @jovkage.bjj where he puts out some of the best bjj memes. Go follow his page and tune in each and every week for more from Grapplers Talk Podcast. #BJJ Memes…

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Being Green - 06 Sept 24 _ Circular economy success story 6:46

1M ago6:46

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In this week’s edition of Being Green, Glynis Crook speaks to Tracey Gilmore, CEO of Taking Care of Business. This non-profit social enterprise runs three 2-year programmes training budding entrepreneurs to resell, repair, and remake retail waste items, most of which would otherwise have been sent to landfill. To find out more, or if you want to do…

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Episode #26- Dave & Chris 40:03

1M ago40:03

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Being Green - 30 Aug 24 _ Arbor Week: Preserving Cape Town’s urban forests 6:43

1M ago6:43

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Sunday will see the start of the annual National Arbor Week, a time to celebrate trees. Over the seven-day period, people are encouraged to take part in "greening" events to make our communities healthier and more beautiful. In this week’s edition of Being Green, Glynis Crook speaks to Clare Burgess, chair of Treekeepers Cape Town, about preserving…

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#66. Director Adam Nelson & Writer Chris Watt Discuss THE MIRE 39:35

1M ago39:35

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Directed by Adam Nelson and written by Chris Watt, The Mire is a well-honed dramatic thriller which grabs your attention and draws you into its tense plot. Essentially a one-location, three-hander, the low-budget film knows exactly what to do with its limited resources and it keeps you hooked until its surprising finale. Returning guest Adam Nelson…

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The French Institute in Egypt: What did they achieve? 41:18

2M ago41:18

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Charles Mackay reviews the experiences and achievements in Egypt of the extraordinary group of savants - engineers, scientists, mathematicians - who accompanied Napoleon Bonaparte to Cairo and beyond in 1798 and whose findings laid the groundwork for modern Egyptology.

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Episode #25- Dave & Chris 45:54

2M ago45:54

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Listen to Dave and Chirs recap all from the CJI and ADCC weekend. Subscribe and follow the Podcast each and every week for more from Grapplers Talk.By Grapplers Talk

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Being Green - 23 Aug 24 _ Survival of the Cape’s own leopard 6:36

2M ago6:36

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As the Cape Leopard Trust marks its 20th year of working to ensure the survival of this apex predator, Glynis Crook speaks to its CEO, Helen Turnbull, about these highly elusive and resilient animals that survive in the fynbos biome of the Cape Fold Mountains. Find out more at: www.capeleopard.org.za.…

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Episode #24- Sam Espanola 51:14

2M ago51:14

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In this episode the guys welcome Judo and Jiu-Jitsu Black belt Sam Espanola. Sam recently started his own academy Black Sheep Judo and Jiu-Jitsu. Listen to the guys discuss his journey and his future plans for his academy. Subscribe each and every week to Grapplers Talk.By Grapplers Talk

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Being Green - 16 Aug 24 _ Countries mark World Elephant Day 6:41

2M ago6:41

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Countries around the world marked World Elephant Day on Monday, which aims to bring attention to the plight of the animals in Africa and Asia. On both continents, they are facing increasing threats, including an escalation in poaching, habitat loss, and human-elephant conflict. The Worldwide Fund for Nature says there are only about 415,000 African…

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MARLENE DAUT on the Haitian Revolution 32:42

2M ago32:42

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Marlene Daut, Professor of French and African Diaspora Studies at Yale University, discusses the incredible 13-year period from 1791 to 1804 which saw self-liberated slaves, not least leader Toussaint Louverture, overcome French colonial rule to win freedom on Haiti. Including: [01:00] - Reflections on the complexity of the Haitian Revolution [05:1…

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#65. It's Hammer Time With DOCTOR JEKYLL Director Joe Stephenson 21:27

2M ago21:27

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Director Joe Stephenson joins this episode of the Movies In Focus podcast to discuss his latest film, Doctor Jekyll. This film marks a significant moment for Hammer Studios, being their first horror release since the company's acquisition by the aptly named John Gore. Starring, Eddie Izzard and Scott Chambers, the film offers a fresh take on Robert…

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Napoleonic Qs #4: Your questions answered 1:32:23

2M ago1:32:23

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Clemens Bemmann is joined by Zack White and Alex Mikaberidze to work their way through the Napoleonic Quarterly mailbag. Topics include Napoleon's motives in Illyria, the reasons behind British success, Alex S' 'Trump derangement syndrome', the chances of war and... flogging, actually.

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#64. Director Neil Marshall & Star Charlotte Kirk Discuss DUCHESS 28:41

2M ago28:41

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Dog Soldiers, The Descent and Doomsday filmmaker Neil Marshall joins the Movies In Focuspodcast to talk about his new gangster film, Duchess alongside its star, co-writer and producer Charlotte Kirk. The pair previously collaborated on the action-horror The Lair and the mediaeval thriller, The Reckoning. With Duchess, Marshall delivers a fast-paced…

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Episode #23-Eric Martinez 1:05:08

2M ago1:05:08

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In this episode the guys welcome Eric Martinez. Eric and his wife own JG Academy in Lodi California. Listen to Eric talk about his journey in jiu-jitsu and how he opened his beautiful Academy. Tune in each week and don't forget to LIKE SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW.By Grapplers Talk

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Being Green - 09 Aug 24 _Marion Island: Escalation of house mice attacks on seabirds 6:56

2M ago6:56

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South Africa’s Marion Island is being overrun by more than a million house mice. And as the growing population runs out of their normal food, they’re increasingly turning to the island’s seabirds as an alternative source of nourishment. In this week’s edition of Being Green, Glynis Crook speaks to Dr Anton Wolfaardt of Mouse-Free Marion about its p…

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Episode #22- Richard Lott 39:28

2M ago39:28

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In this episode the guys welcome local bjj competitor Rich Lott. Lott is a young man with a bright future in grappling and mma. Lott is looking to establish his name is this community and is always repping BBB. Rich is also competiting in Stockton August 3rd for Arte Suave's 165lb title. Tune in each week & don't forget to LIKE......SUBSCRIBE......…

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Being Green - 02 Aug 24 _First seal vaccinated for rabies in Cape Town 6:33

2M ago6:33

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Scientists and officials gathered in Cape Town last week to discuss what they know about the rabies outbreak in Cape Fur Seals and what to do about it. In this week’s edition of Being Green, Glynis Crook speaks to one of the delegates, Dr Tess Gridley, co-director of Sea Search, which is a collective of marine mammal scientists, who told her that s…

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Episode 39: Q3-1801 - Bargaining chips 1:41:58

2M ago1:41:58

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1801. July... August... September... Three months in which the British mount an opposed amphibious landing against French forces in Egypt... on Saint Domingue Toussaint Louverture promulgates a constitution for the colony before getting the greenlight from Bonaparte... and tensions between the French state and the Catholic church are resolved but n…

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Strategic insights: The Black Sea, then and now 1:03:06

2M ago1:03:06

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Rachel Blackman-Rogers is joined by contemporary Black Sea maritime scholar Prof Deborah Sanders of Kings College London to discuss the history and evolution of Black Sea Navies, the historical significance of the Black Sea itself, and the Black Sea's current importance in Russia's war with Ukraine. [01:00] - to what extent has the Black Sea been a…

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Episode #21- Dave & Chris 37:07

3M ago37:07

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In this episode Dave and Chris discuss recent news in ADCC and the CJI.Supscribe to Grapplers Talk for all of your latest grappling action.By Grapplers Talk

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Being Green - 26 July 24 _WWF: The world records we don’t want to break 6:28

3M ago6:28

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As the Olympic Games get underway in Paris on 26 July, the Worldwide Fund for Nature has launched a video campaign urging people to focus on the world records we don’t want to break. In this week’s edition of Being Green, Glynis Crook speaks to James Reeler, Senior Manager: Climate Action at the WWF South Africa about what it hopes to achieve with …

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Episode #20- Celso "Big Head" Arevalos Jr. 45:13

3M ago45:13

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In this episode the guys welcome local grappler "Big Head". Listen to him discuss his journey as well as the experience of competing. Also his daughter Lily makes an apperience. Dont forget to follow Grapplers Talk for more. LIKE........SUBSCRIBE.........& Review.By Grapplers Talk

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Being Green - 19 July 24 _Heat-mapping study finds Cape Town has district temperature differences 6:21

3M ago6:21

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Trees and plants make life better in a city, including improving air quality, providing homes to birds and insects, and cooling our streets. A recent heat-mapping campaign as part of the World Bank’s City Resilience Programme and the National Treasury’s Cities Support Programme found large temperature differences in parts of the city with densely-p…

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#63. At The Flicks Podcast's Jeff & Graham On Kevin Costner's HORIZON: AN AMERICAN SAGA 1:05:31

3M ago1:05:31

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On this episode, Jeff Downes and Graham O'Dwyer from the brilliant At The Flicks podcast discuss Kevin Costner's western epic, Horizon: An American Saga. We'll be putting our collective expertise to work as we explore Costner's latest directorial effort, examining its place within the western genre and its potential impact on cinema. So let's saddl…

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MARK LAWRENCE on Spain's 'Black Legend' 42:09

3M ago42:09

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Spain's story during the Napoleonic period is an Atlantic one, as Dr Mark Lawrence of the University of Kent has pointed out. Fresh from recording on the War of the Oranges, which you can hear in episode 38, here Mark discusses a range of topics including the legacy of the Spanish Empire and notions of the 'Black Legend' of anti-Spanish propaganda;…

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#62. Star Rachel Nichols & Director Alejandro Brugués Talk THE INHERITANCE 30:43

3M ago30:43

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Director Alejandro Brugués goes for old-fashioned chills and offers up some slow-burn horror with his excellent new horror, The Inheritance. It can be difficult to have sympathy for characters who have immense wealth and privilege – especially when you’re not supposed to like them. However, The Inheritance gets the balance just right – and along wi…

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#61. Writers Joe Russo & Chris LaMont On THE INHERITANCE 16:45

3M ago16:45

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Written by Joe Russo and Chris LaMont, The Inheritance delivers old-fashioned chills and offers up some slow-burn horror. The quick pitch is to call the Alejandro Brugués directed film a well-balanced mix of Knives Out and The House On Haunted Hill by way of The Haunting Of Hill House and Succession. There’s a sophistication and understanding of th…

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Episode #19- Dave & Chris 45:47

3M ago45:47

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In this episode the guys catch up after a holiday weekend. They discuss the recent Nate Diaz boxing fight as well as the upcoming grappling schedule. Tune in each week LIKE.......SUBSCRIBE.......& REVIEW

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Being Green - 12 July 24 _Aghmad Gamieldien, founder of Mzanzi Organics 6:39

3M ago6:39

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An urban greening trend that is gaining momentum around the world for its environmental benefits is something called a Miyawaki pocket forest. The concept was developed in the 1970s by Japanese botanist, Dr Akira Miyawaki. Now Aghmad Gamieldien, founder of Mzanzi Organics, has created five of them in Cape Town. He joins Glynis Crook on this week’s …

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#60. Star Gilles Marini & Director Shane Dax Taylor Talk MURDER COMPANY 37:16

3M ago37:16

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Shane Dax Taylor’s Murder Company is an old-fashioned World War II men on a mission movie. On Demand now in the U.S., the film stars William Moseley, Pooch Hall, Gilles Marini, Joe Anderson and Kelsey Grammer. The plot follows a group of US soldiers as they attempt to smuggle a member of the French resistance behind enemy lines so that he can assas…

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The Battle of Copenhagen, 2 April 1801: Fischer v Nelson 48:54

3M ago48:54

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Rachel Blackman-Rogers joins Alex Stevenson to discuss the First Battle of Copenhagen - featuring some tricky navigation, the Royal Navy's superior bludgeoning rate of firepower, some brutal diplomacy and Horatio Nelson's infamous blind eye. Please support the podcast on Patreon at patreon/com/napoleonicquarterly.…

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#59. Jake Allyn Talks About His Modern Day Western RIDE 21:41

3M ago21:41

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Writer/director Jake Allyn's film Ride is now available On Demand in the US. It’s a wonderful modern day western that sees Allyn star alongside C. Thomas Howell, Annabeth Gish & Forrie J. Smith. It's a beautifully shot & exceptionally well acted film that has dramatic highs alongside some strong tension. Jake Allyn joins the Movies In Focus podcast…

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#58. Isy Santini On Alexander Payne's ELECTION 32:34

3M ago32:34

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Alexander Payne’s 1999 release Election was a film which took the filmmaker’s career to the next level. A biting satire, it features a great Matthew Broderick as a teacher with a grudge battling Reese Witherspoon‘s overly enthusiastic student, Tracy Flick. As part of a special look back at some of the films released in 1999 - a year many believe to…

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Episode #18- Happy 4th of July 19:11

3M ago19:11

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In this episode Chis and Dave reflect of the progress of the podcast so far and upcoming plans they have. Like and Subscibe each and every waek to Grapplers Talk.By Grapplers Talk

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Being Green - 05 July 24 _Prof Peter Ryan, emeritus professor at UCT’s FitzPatrick Institute of African Ornithology 6:33

3M ago6:33

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In this week’s edition of Being Green, Glynis Crook speaks to Prof Peter Ryan, emeritus professor at UCT’s FitzPatrick Institute of African Ornithology, who co-authored a study which found that colourful plastics degrade to form microplastics faster than those with plain colours.By Glynis Crook

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Episode 38: Q2-1801 - Nelson's blind eye 1:33:08

3M ago1:33:08

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1801. April... May... June... Three months in which Horatio Nelson pulverises the Danish fleet at Copenhagen... Napoleon Bonaparte turns his ire on the pro-British Portuguese... and war breaks out between the piratical Barbary States and the fledgeling US of A. This is episode 38 of the Napoleonic Quarterly - covering three months which show that, …

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Episode #17- Fil Bongcaron (G.A.S) 51:54

3M ago51:54

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In this episode the guys welcome local BJJ Black Belt Fil Bongcaron. Fil has been grappling in Stockton for a long time and is invested in finding the best wrestling for his children. Listen to him tell his story and how he founded Grappling Arts of Stockton. SUBSCRIBE for more each week from Grapplers Talk.…

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