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Art, biography, history and identity collide in this podcast from the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery. Join Director Kim Sajet as she chats with artists, historians, and thought leaders about the big and small ways that portraits shape our world.
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Three licensed therapists breakdown and analyze popular movies and characters from the perspectives of an individual, child, and a marriage and family therapist. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/popcorn-psychology--3252280/support.
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The story of the world's most secret agents...the backups. For the first time in his career, Special Agent Chet Phillips has discovered that he can choose NOT to accept a mission! That means there's no choice but to send in the "B Team": A nervous pencil pusher promoted to the field, a computer hacker working off her sentence, a fading former sitcom star and a recently reassigned White House intern. A full cast comedy audio adventure with a new episode debuting each month!
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Coffee with the Chicken Ladies covers all things pet chicken. Each episode includes a breed spotlight and relevant chicken keeping topics, as well as reviews of books and products, amazing recipes using home fresh eggs, interviews, and occasional chicken-themed celebrations. Please help us grow the podcast - subscribe, share, and leave reviews and ratings on Apple Podcasts. Thanks for listening!
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Have you SEEN the state of the papers today? PAPER CUTS has. In our now DAILY podcast, some of Britain’s sharpest commentators and funniest comedians come together to look at the madness, the strangeness, the obsessions, and – occasionally – the brilliance of our national press. Host Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalists and comedians like Jason Hazeley, Fin Taylor, Jonn Elledge, Alex Von Tunzelmann, Grainne Maguire, Rob Hutton, Athena Kugblenu, Marcus Brigstocke and many more. Illustratio ...
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Pulse of the Planet Podcast with Jim Metzner | Science | Nature | Environment | Technology
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Each weekday, Pulse of the Planet provides its listeners with a two-minute sound portrait of Planet Earth, tracking the rhythms of nature, culture and science worldwide and blending interviews and extraordinary natural sound.
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A weekly series about my sister's amazing recreations of famous paintings, photos, and people. Follow on https://www.instagram.com/portraitpersonas/
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Episodes from history, viewed through great works of art. No pre-reqs required! New episodes every month. Hosted by Amanda Matta, art historian and TikTok's favorite royal commentator.
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Step into the eerie world of true horrors with Horror Story, where urban legends, haunted places, ghost stories, and paranormal mysteries come to life once a week. Each episode brings you dark stories that actually happened, blurring the line between reality and the supernatural. Join our host, Edwin Covarrubias, a seasoned storyteller from other popular shows on Scary FM, as he guides you through the dark corners of folklore and shares the stories that haunt our world.
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Join us goofs talking about films from the 80's & 90's. Some we saw as younguns, some we missed. There will be flatulence. Follow us on IG @zandkpod Subscribe to patreon.com/zandkpod for bonus content and more! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/zandkmoviepod/support
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On this podcast, I will dive into some of my favorite books and films, explore the reasons why they resonate with me, and what they can teach us all about a better way to live. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Tudor Chest - The Podcast is a brand new podcast series from the popular Instagram and blog - The Tudor Chest. Episodes will feature historian and author, Adam Pennington, creator of the Tudor Chest Platform, as well as guest appearances by notable historians and fellow authors. Episodes will be released weekly, with a focus not solely on Tudor history, but also the Plantagenets and current royal family news.
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In the years following her time in the White House, Lady Bird Johnson spent countless hours detailing her life experiences with historians for the LBJ Presidential Library. To bring her incredible story to life, host Jade Emerson unearthed those never-before-played audio files and interviewed historians, White House insiders and the people who knew and loved Claudia Alta “Lady Bird” Johnson. This intimate portrait begins deep in the woods in East Texas and follows her path as she transforms ...
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A new podcast series brought to you by State Library of NSW, Create NSW and Essex Street Media. Series 1 of Portrait Detective dives into the collections of the State Library to discover the stories behind iconic portraits from 1817 to 1865. Join Margot Riley and Cassie Gilmartin as they journey back in time to discuss each portrait's significance and how they can help you learn more about your own photographs in your family history collection. For more, visit portraitdetective.com.au Credit ...
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"In Plain Sight: Lady Bird Johnson" presents a surprising and original portrait of Lady Bird Johnson, told in the former first lady's own words -- from over 123 hours of her White House audio diaries, heard here largely for the first time ever. It recasts Lady Bird's role in the Johnson White House as her husband's closest advisor and most trusted political partner and provides history-making revelations about LBJ's time in office. It's the story of how one vastly underestimated woman naviga ...
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Martin Kemp discusses 'La Bella Principessa', a profile portrait of a Milanese lady, and the roles of himself, Pascal Cotte, and others including Paul Biro, in attributing this radiant and exciting picture to Leonardo da Vinci. Martin describes his story in coming across the picture, and moves on to the attribution process, first in terms of materials and technique, and then the new technology used in scientific investigation, and social and cultural aspects of the sitter. Martin is intervie ...
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Seasoned vet, Matt (Geoghegan) and Gossip Girl novice Brendan Ruppel, begin their journey to the Upper East side as they dive into this Iconic teen drama. Follow along with the Lonely Boys as they cover each episode of Gossip Girl from Pilot to Reboot. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brendan-ruppel/support
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Few literary terms are more hotly debated, discounted, or derided than the "Great American Novel." But while critics routinely dismiss the phrase as at best hype and as at worst exclusionary, the belief that a national literature commensurate with both the scope and the contradictions of being American persists. In this podcast Scott Yarbrough and Kirk Curnutt examine totemic works such as Herman Melville's Moby-Dick and Toni Morrison's Beloved that have been labeled GANs, exploring their th ...
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This show is designed to be listened to while you watch the film yourself on your own TV. It's one part audio commentary, one part film discussion, one part just watching movies with friends, and add alcohol to taste.
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Carl Tart and Lamar Woods put their own spin on a rewatch podcast, while diving into the original catalog of Gossip Girl episodes.
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An exploration of lesbian themes in movies, TV, books, music, and more. (Formerly Podcast of a Lady on Fire.)
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A movie podcast that attempts to revive the feeling of a Video Store. (Formerly, 'Bitching About Movies'.)
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A podcast focusing on accessing the filmography of particular filmmakers. The first season focused on Pedro Almodóvar, and this new season is on the work of Jane Campion.
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The unique object or experience has always had powerful appeal, and, as we learn to consume better, commissioning all kinds of things has become more accessible. Yet the process of commissioning is shrouded in mystery. Most makers agree they’re only as good as the brief, but what makes a good brief? The Be-Spoke podcast reveals the relationships behind the commissioning process through the stories of designers, makers, clients, curators and brokers. It delves into why people commission certa ...
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Presenter Tom Sutcliffe and guests offer sharp, critical discussion of the week's cultural events
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Podcast focuseses on contents based on life lessons, various kinds of learnings, knowledge sharing, literature based topics, poems and short stories keeping youngsters especially college students in mind
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Our podcast seeks to be the best vehicle to explore fan culture and fandom in depth and intellectually from the unique perspective of the fans themselves. We strive to offer knowledgeable viewpoints from two fangirls who not only are active in fandom, but possess “behind the scenes” experiences and access to the artists they so admire. We will create meaningful, entertaining dialogues with other fans, creators, and scholars, celebrating what it means to be a fan, and specifically a female fan.
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The Dive In is a show of curiosity. With new episodes out every two weeks, each episode will be about a different topic of interest for the host to dive into. Topics include anything from pop culture to politics to literature and more! Sit back, relax and get ready to dive in!
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Join host Dr. Chelsea Gardner and co-hosts Dr. Carolyn Laferièrre and Dr. Melissa Funke for a journey through under-explored aspects of archaeology, history, and everyday life in the ancient Mediterranean. Every week we feature an expert whose cutting-edge research sheds light on the real people who lived in ancient Greece, Rome, Egypt, and beyond. Follow us on Twitter @peoplingthepast with the #peoplingpodcast, on Instagram and Facebook @peoplingthepast, and on our website peoplingthepast.com.
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My raw thoughts, first impressions, and live movie reactions/reviews. I mostly focus on current movies that are playing in theaters, but also explore VOD/streaming releases as well as revisiting some older classics from time to time. I also have a running segment called Midnight Movie Talk where I talk about hot topics & current events within the movie industry. Sometimes with guests as well.
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Films with Ferrara Founder and Editor In Chief Dominick Ferrara V breaks down the latest movie news and review the week’s biggest releases. Returning in 2019! filmswithferrara.wordpress.com
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Jane Campion, hot off the critical success of The Piano (1993), helms this adaptation of Henry James' 1881 novel. Two and a half hours of ultra-rich people problems. Neither the cast -full of some of our favorites- nor Campion's willingness to experiment with unconventional techniques could save this one for us. Keywords: Pube stache, Vag pics, sta…
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The Paris Olympics is threatened by threats of art heists and assassinations…and President Chet Phillips is having a Dole Whip. Written by John Dowgin and J. Michael DeAngelis Directed by Pete Barry and J. Michael DeAngelis Starring Chris Klaniecki as Skip Granger Nazli Sarpkaya as Mackenzie McGrath Dave Stanger as Bowden Montcrief Paige Klaniecki …
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Jeremy Kyle quizzed on guest death – Who killed the Russian spy whale? – "My mum was a dominatrix"
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Jeremy Kyle has given evidence at the inquest of a man who died after being a guest on his TV show. Whale of a time. The Daily Star and The Telegraph have looked into the mysterious death of Hvladimir the spy whale. Plus – Oh mammy! The i shares the story of a daughter discovering their mother moonlig…
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Grenfell Inquiry: Who’s to blame? – Are Taylor and Travis faking their relationship? – Meet the gravy wrestling champ
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Grenfell report findings. The front pages cover the tragedy that cost 72 lives. New fauxmantics. The Daily Mail claims to have proof that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are faking their relationship. Plus – The rest is gravy! We get down and dirty with the world’s gravy wrestling champion in The Indepe…
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Musicians vs. Trump: Who's banned him using their songs now? – The Mafia takeover Woking – Basket case! What does your shopping say about your love life
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Shuffle Off. Trump has been banned from using yet another song at a rally – we unpack the list of musicians pushing back against Don. Woking gone mad. Ross Kemp thinks that Woking is a hub for organised crime – The Star investigates. Plus – Shag for life! The Telegraph sends a reporter to a Spanish su…
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Tory leadership: Are the Conservatives just “weird”? – History is bunk! Pride in Britain’s past falls – The countryside vs. your sex life
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: What’s the Tory? The Conservative leadership is getting weird. Horrible histories? Pride in Britain and its past is falling, according to a new survey that’s got The Telegraph upset. Country loving. Moving to the sticks causes problems for one writer’s sex life. Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by journa…
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Episode 197 55 Flowery Hen / Q&A with Dr Rebecca / Sausage and Hominy Bake / Vintage Chicken Barware
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In this week's episode, we spotlight the stunningly beautiful and auto-sexing 55 Flowery Hen. Dr. Rebecca joins us to answer some great questions from our Patreon subscribers. We share our recipe for delicious and easy Sausage and Hominy Bake, and provide some retail therapy with another look at vintage chicken barware. Grubbly Farms - click here f…
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Huge protests in Israel explained – Inside the Oasis ticket queue scandal – Hunting for aliens, ghosts and BigFoot
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Hundreds of thousands protest in Israel, while strikes put pressure on Netanyahu. Definitely pay me! The Oasis ticket meltdown. Watch this space: Meet the people searching for aliens and the paranormal. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Zoë Grünewald and comedian Fergus Craig. Support Paper Cuts …
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Starmer bins Thatcher portrait – The Times' latest middle class sex party investigation – Barking Mad! Boffins talk to dogs
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: The ladies not for binning. The Daily Mail is outraged that Starmer ditched a portrait of Thatcher from No. 10. Fur coat, no knickers. The Times profiles another middle class swinger. Plus – Dog days are over! The Star has found boffins who claim they can speak to man’s best friend. Miranda Sawyer is …
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There’s a Stranger in Your Walls: Living With Uninvited Guests
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In this true horror episode, we learn about families that lived their regular lives as a stranger crawled around inside their walls, waiting for nightfall. This story was originally published in December of last year and placed here as a temporary replay of our original episode based on requests from our listeners. You can find Edwin social media a…
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Eleanor Clifford, Countess of Cumberland - Henry VIII's Lost Niece
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Henry VIII had three royal nieces, and yet where Margaret Douglas and Frances Brandon are well known figures of the time, his third niece, Eleanor Clifford, Countess of Cumberland is all but unknown, despite her royal blood and the importance of her place in the line of succession. Despite her proximity to the crown, and the difficulty this often p…
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Will Starmer ban smoking in beer gardens? – Why it’s cool to be a cat lady – The Telegraph is baffled by superfans
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Up in smoke. The Sun is freaking out over leaked plans to extend the smoking ban to pub gardens! Cat’s meow. The Guardian celebrates the bad ass cat ladies. Plus – Do the Fandango? The Telegraph just doesn't understand super fans. Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by stand up comedian Jessica Fostekew and…
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Starmer speech sparks middle class tax panic – The women behind the Oasis reunion – Are you well dressed or just a celeb?
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Take a hike! Keir Starmer’s dour warning marks the end of summer and sends the Tory press bonkers. Oh Brother! The Times looks at the ladies who convinced Noel and Liam to reunite. Plus – Too hot to fail? The Telegraph lists 18 of the most stylish celebs – but would they simply look good in anything? …
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Oasis are back back back! – The secret of Elon Musk’s craziness – Would you let your 15 year old go Interrailing?
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: What’s the front page story? Oasis reunite just in time to miss the papers’ deadlines. How will the press handle it? X marks the rot. The Times investigates what makes Elon Musk so weird. Telegram scam! Russia’s wartime comms chief arrested. Plus Kirstie Allsop’s Interrail misery, week-long weddings, …
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Did They Die Trying to Talk to Aliens? (The Lead Masks Case)
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The "Leads Masks Case" is a mystery that involves the paranormal, UFO sightings, and unexplained deaths. It follows two men, Miguel and Manoel, their strange behavior, the mysterious lead masks, and UFO sightings, leaving more questions than answers. Can you figure out what happened? You can find Edwin social media as @edwincov Get these ad-free th…
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Episode 196 Nankin Bantam Chicken / Molting with Fiona / Blackberry Jam Cupcakes / Vintage Chicken China Sets
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In this week's episode, we spotlight the tiny, adorable, and very old Nankin Bantams. Fiona the Floof Lady joins us for our annual molting episode where we share all of our tips and tricks to get our birds through this rough but very important stretch of time. We share our recipe for delicious Blackberry Jam Cupcakes, and find some retain therapy w…
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In the jungle you must wait, til the dice read five or eight! We are jumping into the 1995's Jumanji! We will be discussing the four main characters: Alan, Sarah, Judy, & Peter; and how they all demonstrate different reactions to trauma. We cover a variety of topics: selective mutism, pathological lying, identity issues, and arrested development. B…
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VIDEO ESSAY ON YOUTUBE Mindfulness, space, absurdism & writing. You don't have to be anything. You only have to be. #meditation #mindfulness #absurdism #nature #buddhism #space #philosophy #camus #sisyphus #videoessay My other videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xM-cp9Mw810 https://youtu.be/DdCxER5hoLc?si=iOIlR2e3EFcUvfds https://youtu.be/DdCxE…
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Miranda Sawyer meets Adrian Chiles – Special Edition
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today, Miranda Sawyer sits down with one of Britain's most divisive columnists: Adrian Chiles. In this special Bank Holiday episode of Paper Cuts we take a look at some of his most beloved columns. If you’re curious about at home urinals, the meditative nature of ironing or the everyday struggle of picking s…
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Finally a movie this month that we liked this month! Spoilers for The Nun 2 (2023) and why walking backwards is the way to ruin a movie. +++++ Outro: Juliette Lewis performing Rid of Me Theme by Professor Ping available on Bandcamp --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/zandkmoviepod/support…
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What got Jermaine Jenas sacked? – DNC: Lots of Harris, no Beyoncé – Picky flatmates and picky teas
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Soccer star TV host Jermaine Jenas has been sacked by the BBC – and the papers scramble for what they’re allowed to say. Oh, Beyhive! Was Beyoncé really supposed to be Kamala Harris’s surprise guest at the DNC? Plus – No cats, no dogs, no snakes? Meet the world’s pickiest flatmates. Jacob Jarvis is jo…
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Bennifer split: Affleck and Lopez break-up explained – Return of the rat-sized spiders – An idiot's guide to camping
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: If you had my love. Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s second chance at love has hit the rocks – and all of the papers have opinions. Eight legged freaks! Giant spiders are making a return to the UK and nobody is excited about it. Plus – Tent out of ten! The Guardian attempts to get excited about the gr…
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As AI art gets more and more sophisticated, how do we tell the difference between a portrait that’s created by a human being – with a soul – and art that’s created by a complex algorithm? And if we can’t tell the difference, will artists be out of a job? Oxford mathematician Marcus du Sautoy explains how AI art works, and why he thinks code can act…
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Propaganda, Hollywood & Ideology | The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen
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FULL VIDEO ESSAY ON YOUTUBE! The greatest art makes you question. Question who you are, what you believe. Question the assumptions you make about the world around you. Question the fabric of reality, the nature of being. Question free will or fate. Question systemic influences of behavior, or intrinsic human desires. It does not answer, because in …
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Tudor Executions from Nobility to the Block, with Helene Harrison.
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People having their heads cut off is totally and utterly intrinsically tied to Tudor history, this was, after all, the period of history which gave us a king who beheaded two of his wives! Helene Harrison, a historian and researcher has released a fascinating new book, Tudor Executions, from the Nobility to the Block, in which she explores fourteen…
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Yacht disaster probe begins – How Trump riled up the Queen – Can you tell your Jacky P from your Savvy B?
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Rescue operations are underway for Mike Lynch’s sunken superyacht, as the probe for answers beginst. We are not amused. Sarah Vine shares her tale of Queen Lizzy’s rage at Trump, in The Mail. Plus – Abbreviation nation. The Sun tries to get its head around Gen Z lingo. Natasha Devon is joined by journ…
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Mike Lynch super yacht horror latest – “I became a sex worker after too many bad dates” – Where have all the hairy men gone?
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: The search continues for the missing passengers of Mike Lynch’s super yacht. Date with destiny! The Sun lifts the lid on a woman who started charging for dates after too many bad ones. Plus – Wax on, wax off. The Telegraph wants to know where all the hairy men have gone. Alex von Tunzelmann is joined …
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Episode 195 Swedish Duck / Loss and Grief with Kristine Ellis / Japanese Cabbage Pancakes / Miniature Pet Portraits
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In this week's episode, we spotlight the beautiful and useful Swedish Duck. Christine Ellis of Dunkin Ducks joins us for a roundtable discussion about grief and loss of our feathered beauties. We share our recipe for delicious Japanese-style cabbage pancakes, and we find some retail therapy with miniature pet portraits. Grubbly Farms - click here f…
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Trump bragging sends Swifties crazy – Will Charles evict Prince Andrew? – Are you mindful and demure?
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: A.I knew you were trouble. Trump claims AI images prove that Taylor Swift’s fan base is backing him. King of the castle. The Daily Mail thinks King Charles could evict Prince Andrew and Fergie from their estate. Plus – Mind your manners. The word on everybody's lips is demure and The Guardian tries to…
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Why is it called that?! We winge about Chris Nolan, Jake Busey's teeth and Huarache's vegetarian options. +++++ Outro: Willie Bobo performing Fried Neck Bone and Some Home Fries Theme by Professor Ping available on Bandcamp --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/zandkmoviepod/support…
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Matthew Perry: Arrests linked to Friends star’s death – Trump: Project 2025 ties and shoulder pads explained – The ethics of firing sandwich thieves
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Five people have been arrested in connection to Matthew Perry’s death and The Sun has the details. 20/25 vision. The Guardian takes a look at Trump’s mad fashion as CNN details what is really happening with Project 2025. Plus – Hands off my buns. The Times asks what level of punishment is suitable for…
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This Is the Scariest Mission in California
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Explore the Haunting of Mission San Antonio de Padua: Ghostly Monks and a Headless Horsewoman. Discover the chilling history of California’s forgotten mission, where eerie apparitions and unsettling encounters have left visitors questioning reality. From ghostly figures in the night to the legend of a headless rider, this story delves into the dark…
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Liz Truss’s lettuce joke freakout – Love lost island! Molly-Mae and Tommy Fury split – Old news! Secrets of ageing revealed
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Send in the clowns. The i ask why can’t Liz Truss take a joke, after the former PM flipped out over a lettuce prank. Go your own way. The Sun mourns the end of ‘Gen Z’s Charles and Diana’. Plus – When I’m 64. The Guardian has unlocked the secret of ageing and nobody on the panel is happy with the answ…
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Cynthia Hand is the co-author behind the fabulous My Lady Jane book series which has now been adapted into a major television series by Prime Studios. I welcome Cynthia onto the podcast today for a discussion all about the story of My Lady Jane, from how she came up with the idea, character choices, how and what the ethian storyline came to be, so …
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Is Britain “workshy”? – Could you work for Harry and Meghan? – Top Mum! Parent your kids like it’s the 1980s
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Work it out! The Telegraph and Daily Mail take on the “workshy” nation. Honourable Bosses! Meghan and Harry’s chief of staff has quit and The Sun couldn’t be happier. Plus – Let’s do the time warp again. The i think we need to crack out the leg warmers and parent our children like we’re in the 80s. Na…
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In the Margins of History: Washington & Slavery
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George Washington was many things: general, president, family man, and slaveholder. This giant of American history had a complex relationship with the enslaved—and often invisible—laborers who made his achievements possible. But through the art historical record, we can catch glimpses of these individuals and discover how they impacted Washington's…
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New Zealand's southernmost islands are home to a remarkable collection of birds, but they've had to work to save them from invasive predators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jim Metzner
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Musk interviews Trump: What went wrong? – Fox Hunters: “But what about our rights?” – Hot Fuzz? William’s beard gets everyone excited
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: From Musk till yawn. The Guardian has all of the details from the farcical livestream between Trump and Musk. What does the fox say? Foxhunters claim they are an ethnic minority and even The Star isn’t taking them seriously. Plus – A bit of scruff. Prince William’s beard has The Sun lusting over other…
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Episode 194 Heritage Cornish Chicken / Rooster Behavior with Janet Garman of Timber Creek Farm / Peach Cobbler / Vintage Chicken Figurines /
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In this week's episode we spotlight the surprisingly sweet and adorable heritage Cornish chicken. Janet Garman of Timber Creek Farm and Sawdust Publishing joins us to talk about rooster behaviors for new rooster keepers. We share our recipe for a delicious and easy late summer Peach Cobbler, and find some retail therapy with vintage chicken figurin…
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Who’s controlling Starmer? The Telegraph knows! – Brats vs. Tradwives vs. Feral girls – No way computer! Video game actors on strike
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Stranger than fiction. The Telegraph muses that Sue Gray is making Starmer’s decisions in Downing St. Out of the Box. The Observer thinks we should stop categorising women, Brat Summer disagrees. Plus – Game over man, game over! Video Game actors are going on strike over AI and sexy content, and The T…
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Episode 29: Rallying Around the Flag in Stephen Crane's THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE
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The Red Badge of Courage (1895) is a singularly unique war novel: whereas most depictions of the horrors of combat and the trauma of the battlefield are naturalistic, attempting to inflict upon the reader the violence the prose describes and terrifying us with the prospect that humans do not rise to heroic occasions, Stephen Crane's novel is impres…
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In which we talk Sarah Palin, Morgan Spurlock and Dick Warlock. Pop Culture Detective | Patriarchy According to The Barbie Movie +++++ Outro: Kenonyx performing Urban Commando Theme by Professor Ping available on Bandcamp --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/zandkmoviepod/support…
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Fake news and the riots: Can we stop online lies? – Lost in Space! Real-life astronaut horror – The Mail: “Never settle for Mr. OK”
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Broken News. Sadiq Khan tells The Guardian the government isn’t doing enough to combat fake news online. Houston we have a problem. The i gives us all the details about the astronauts stranded on the International Space Station. Plus – That don’t impress me much. The Mail shares the plight of a woman …
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Counter protests see off far-right – Taylor Swift terror threat – Would you holiday in a warzone?
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Anti-racism protests confuse the right wing press. Swift action – The Guardian tells us about the terror threat at Taylor Swift’s Vienna concert. Plus – Holidays from hell! From Baghdad to Syria, we look at the rise of disaster tourism in The Times. Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by comedian Gráinne Ma…
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The Chilling Mysteries of the Santa Rosa Hitchhiker Murders
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Horror in the shadowy corners of Sonoma County, the spirit of the '60s and '70s thrived on trust and spontaneous adventures. Hitchhiking was a common, if risky, mode of travel for young dreamers seeking freedom. But amidst this culture of camaraderie, a sinister presence lurked. Between 1972 and 1973, a series of gruesome murders shattered the idyl…
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In this mini episode from our 'Blink' series, Rick Chapman shares stories from photographing elite athletes who have competed in the Olympic Games. The first step, he says, is to put the camera down. The second is not to talk about sports too much. Rick's ESPY Collection, for ESPN, features 40 celebrity athletes, including boxers, tennis stars and …
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Henry VIII by Ralph Sheldon, a Portrait Re-discovery by Dr Adam Busiakiewicz
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Dr Adam Busiakiewicz is an art historian who has taken the Tudor world by storm in the past few weeks, thanks to his discovery of a portrait of King Henry VIII that was thought to be long lost! Like most big discoveries, it was hiding in plain sight all along! The piece was part of a 22 portrait set by Ralph Sheldon, and painted during the reign of…
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Why Harris's VP pick is driving Trump crazy – Hunks vs. Hot Rodents – Would you borrow a family for your holiday?
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Running mates. The front pages introduce us to Kamala Harris’s running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. Hunka burning love! The Guardian says that hunks are back. . . but did they ever go away? Plus – Vacay by me! A journalist from The Times wants to borrow kids to go on holiday. Jacob Jarvis is joi…
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