Best Rebus Podcasts (2024)

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Rebus - Lee Gathercole and Neezam Romjon 47:35

1d ago47:35

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In a world where influencers and bloggers often tout quick fixes and shortcuts, it's refreshing to hear a different perspective. Join us as we sit down with Lee & Neezam, two successful professionals who believe in investing more time with their clients to achieve outstanding results. They share their process from the moment a lead drops in their i…

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Remarketing - Be Aware of Spam - Alex Curtis 9:41

2h ago9:41

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Alex is back on The Advisers Assemble Podcast, this time to talk about remarketing and how to avoid spam enquiries - including what this means and why you need to be aware of it if you are running remarketing adverts or planning too. Brought to you from the team at The Lead Engine who specialise in lead generation, web design and content marketing …

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Episode nine: Richard E Grant (Bonus episode) 18:56

5h ago18:56

18:56

Welcome back to the season two of The Queen's Reading Room podcast. This week, we are joined by the one and only Richard E. Grant. Grant has been a much-loved actor and household name ever since his breakout role as Withnail in the 1987 cult classic Withnail and I. His performances across the decades have garnered international recognition and have…

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Episode 105 - Doomsday (2008) 1:58:19

32m ago1:58:19

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The end of the world as we know it? Nah, lets have a dance to the Fine Young Cannibals as we look at the 2008 film, from director Neil Marshall, Doomsday. When a lethal virus spreads throughout Scotland, infecting millions and killing hundreds of thousands. To contain the threat, acting authorities brutally quarantine the country as it succumbs to …

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Episode 9: 'Talking Ads' with Alex and Tessa 22:26

2h ago22:26

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Alex and Tessa host this month's episode of Talking Ads with an array of adverts to share from food and drink to cars and dustbins. But, you'll find no rubbish here, just lots of useful ways to spruce up your website and social media! We recommend you view all the adverts before or during listening to this episode to engage in the discussion. Immer…

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Episode 104 - The Field of Blood (Series Two) (2013) 1:22:00

6d ago1:22:00

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Back in May 2023 on episode 74 we looked at the first series of the adaptation of the Denise Mina novel The Field of Blood. So I thought it was time to look at the second and final series of the show. Released in 2013, series two is set in 1984, two years after the events of the first series. Set against a backdrop of the miners’ strike and the cha…

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The Lead Ladies - Room 101 - Funmi Olufunwa Returns! 34:20

5d ago34:20

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Founder of Hoops Finance, Media Finance Expert and Financial Educator, Funmi Olufunwa joins The Lead Ladies on Room 101 after nearly a year on to share parental updates and more! Will Funmi stick to her previous pet peeves and keep them locked away or has she found a new perspective on school life? Follow Funmi on LinkedIn. Brought to you from the …

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Episode Eight: Curtis Sittenfeld 16:07

6d ago16:07

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Welcome to season 2, episode eight of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast. This week, we meet the illustrious Curtis Sittenfeld, author of seven New York Times best-selling novels which includes the critically acclaimed 'Prep', 'Man of My Dreams' and 'Romantic Comedy' as well as several collections of short stories. In this brilliant episode, Curtis i…

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The Lead Ladies - Room 101 With Rhys Schofield 38:21

30d ago38:21

38:21

It's only the Former Metallica of Mortgages and Slayer of Meerkats! Yes, Rhys Schofield joins The Lead Ladies on Room 101 to reveal is pet peeves and he isn't holding back! This one is hardcore... Plus, Rhys shares his passion for Warhammer and Wrestling...very rock 'n' roll! Please note: Companies named in this podcast by Rhys Schofield represent …

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Episode seven: Clare Mackintosh 18:05

13d ago18:05

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Welcome to episode seven, Season 2 of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast. This week, we meet police officer turned best-selling author Clare Mackintosh, whose debut novel I Let You Go became the fastest-selling title by a new UK crime writer in 2015. In this deeply personal episode, Clare reveals the book which helped her find solace after the passin…

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Episode 103 - Tommy's Honour (2016) 1:35:46

1M ago1:35:46

1:35:46

We’re dusting off our plus fours on this episode of The Swally as we play a round of golf with Peter Mullan and Jack Louden in the 2016 film Tommy’s Honour. Directed by Wee Tam, Jason Connery, the film follows the career of Tom Morris and his son Tommy Morris (we still think The Two Tommies would be a better title) in an intimate, powerfully moving…

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Episode 8: 'Talking Ads' with Alex, Hannah, Steph and Tessa 23:08

1M ago23:08

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The team are back this month with another eclectic mix of adverts to help get the creative juices flowing. From Smoothies and Satan to babies and dogs, it's another tail-wagging episode! We recommend you view all four adverts before or during listening to this episode to engage in the discussion. Immerse yourselves here. Brought to you from the tea…

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Episode Six: Santa Montefiore 19:31

1M ago19:31

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Welcome to episode six, Season 2 of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast. This week's episode features the illustrious novelist Santa Montefiore, who has captured hearts and minds globally since publishing her debut novel Meet Me Under the Ombu Tree back in 2001. In this special episode, Santa invites The Queen's Reading Room inside her very own person…

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OnPoint Financial - Martin Lightbowne 40:02

1M ago40:02

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Martin Lightbowne, Managing Director and Business Protection Specialist of OnPoint Financial joins Alex on the podcast once again, this time to chat about his monthly protection masterclasses and more! Visit OnPoint Financial here. Follow Martin on LinkedIn. Sign up / find out more about the protection sales skills masterclasses here.…

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Episode Five: Sir Ben Okri 17:31

1M ago17:31

17:31

Welcome to episode five, Season 2 of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast. This week's episode features none other than poet, novelist, short story writer, playwright and essayist, the brilliant Sir Ben Okri - fresh off his appearance at The Queen's Reading Room Festival which took place on June 8th at Hampton Court Palace. What, and who inspires Sir B…

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Episode 102 - Rebus - Black & Blue (2000) 1:59:44

2M ago1:59:44

1:59:44

With the BBC recently releasing a new series, based on the character DI John Rebus, created by prolific Scottish author, Sir Ian Rankin, I thought we would go all the way back to 2000, to look at the first attempt to transfer the character to television and look at the first ever Rebus episode called Black and Blue. DI Rebus, played by John Hannah …

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Specific Content is King - Alex Curtis 10:57

1M ago10:57

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Alex is back for another solo episode this time to highlight the importance of why specific content is king. Brought to you from the team at The Lead Engine who specialise in lead generation, web design and content marketing for financial services.By Alex Curtis

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Episode four: Peter James 17:39

1M ago17:39

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A very warm welcome to this week's episode of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast! This week, we catch up with friend of The Queen's Reading Room, best selling author & creator of the Roy Grace series, the brilliant Peter James. In this very special episode, Peter invites us into his own personal reading room where he recalls the literature which has …

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Episode 7: 'Talking Ads' with Alex, Hannah, Steph and Tessa 22:55

2M ago22:55

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In this episode, Steph makes her sparkling debut on the show and takes the trophy for the winning advert! From skincare to cars, tarantulas and more, the team hopes to inspire you with more ideas for your websites and social media platforms. We recommend you view all four adverts before or during listening to this episode to engage in the discussio…

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Episode three: Kate Mosse 21:32

1M ago21:32

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A very warm welcome back to The Queen's Reading Room Podcast! In this episode, we meet the brilliant Kate Moss, celebrated historical novelist, founder of the Women's Prize and friend of The Queen's Reading Room, to hear all about the books she simply couldn't live without. The Queen's Reading Room Podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who…

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Episode 101 - Gregory's Two Girls (1999) 1:53:05

2M ago1:53:05

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We’re going back to 1999 on the latest episode of The Swally, as we look at the slightly problematic sequel to the beloved Gregory’s Girl - Gregory’s Two Girls. Eighteen years later, Gregory, now a 35-year-old English teacher in his former secondary school, has fantasies about a 16-year-old student. He then gets involved with students in a plot to …

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Buying Decisions - Alex Curtis 8:57

2M ago8:57

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What are your buying habits like? How much research do you do before buying that shiny new car, fancy BBQ or booking a well-deserved holiday? And, what does all this have in common with generating leads to your website? In this episode, Alex shares the three key things you need to do to drive people looking for financial advice to your website. Bro…

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Episode two: Mel Giedroyc 19:12

2M ago19:12

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A very warm welcome back to episode 2, season 2 of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast! In this episode, we meet much loved actor, comedian, television presenter and author Mel Giedroyc. Join us, as we step into Mel's very own reading room to learn all about the books which have inspired her throughout her career. The Queen's Reading Room Podcast is a…

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Rebus, Expats, Bodkin 10:34

2M ago10:34

10:34

There have been 20 Rebii since crime writer Ian Rankin published his first Detective Rebus book in 1987 -- but only two TV versions. Now Richard Rankin, no relation, aims to make it third time lucky in a new BBC version. Meanwhile Nicole Kidman goes mad in her search for a missing son in Expats. But is it all Hong Kong Phooey? And Bodkin sees podca…

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Fallout, Capote vs The Swans, Red Eye 9:06

2M ago9:06

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Mutants and superfreaks abound in post-apocalypse Hollywood as Fallout becomes the latest best-selling video game to get the multi-million dollar TV treatment by the makers of Westworld. But does the rest of the show match a stand-out performance by Walton Goggins as a 200-year-old bounty hunter with no nose? Meanwhile Tom Hollander is the ugly duc…

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Shardlake, A Man In Full, The Responder 9:37

2M ago9:37

9:37

A hunchback lawyer attempts to win a game of monastic Cluedo in Shardlake, the long-awaited TV version of CS Sansom's bestselling historical novels, while very much in the modern world Jeff Daniels steals the show as a larger-than-life property developer in A Man In Full. And we also take a look at Martin Freeman as the ultra-downbeat but hugely ac…

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Nick Brownlee on the Telly - Trailer 0:18

3M ago0:18

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Journalist and broadcaster Nick Brownlee casts his eye over the latest TV showsBy Pete Crouch

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Value Of A Click - Alex Curtis 12:48

2M ago12:48

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Understanding the value of a click Is it worth trying to get free clicks from Google? Alex would heavily argue yes, as some brokers pay a lot per click to get people from Google to their website. No matter how deep their pockets, how big their budget nobody spends money on ads without a return, especially brokers. In this episode, Alex looks at the…

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Episode One: Neil Gaiman 17:51

2M ago17:51

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A very warm welcome back to season 2 of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast! In this episode, we meet Neil Gaiman: author of fiction and non-fiction, comic books, films, television, poetry and songs. Over the course of his career his stories, full of bewitching characters and endlessly riveting twists and turns, have reached audiences of all ages, tur…

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Episode 100 - Gregory's Girl - The ReSwally (1981) 2:03:35

3M ago2:03:35

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It’s our 100th episode! To celebrate we are returning to one of our favourite films of all time, Gregory’s Girl. We previously covered this film in episode two of the podcast, but thought it was the perfect opportunity to have a ReSwally and visit it once again. Directed by Bill Forsyth and starring John Gordon Sinclair, Dee Hepburn and Claire Grog…

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Two Changes That Slashed Mortgage Lead Cost by Over 50% 12:33

2M ago12:33

12:33

Alex is back with another solo episode, this time to highlight the importance of human interaction and the part this plays in website performance.By Alex Curtis

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Stonebridge - Lesley Sharkey 24:14

3M ago24:14

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Our 'What Network Should I Join?' Series continues with Lesley Sharkey, Recruitment Director at Stonebridge - a Mortgage and Insurance Network. Visit Stonebridge here. Follow Lesley on LinkedIn.By Lesley Sharkey, Alex Curtis

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Episode 99 - The Party's Just Beginning (2018) 1:45:03

3M ago1:45:03

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The Party's Just Beginning follows a young woman, Liusaidh, from Inverness, who is dealing with the suicide of her best friend. Liusaidh tries to cope by binging on alcohol, sex and late-night junk food, while visions of her friend’s dying image plague her waking life. Released in 2018, this is Karen Gillan's debut feature as writer and director an…

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Episode 6: 'Talking Ads' with Alex, Cathy, Hannah, and Tessa 21:04

3M ago21:04

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This month's episode of Talking Ads is barking mad! From an airline for dogs to canine cuisine, it's no secret that animals win over our hearts every time. We recommend you view all four adverts before or during listening to this episode to engage in the discussion. Immerse yourselves here. Brought to you from the team at The Lead Engine who specia…

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JLM Mortgage Network - Sebastian Murphy and Rory Joseph 44:31

3M ago44:31

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Alex is joined by this week's guests, Rory and Seb, the Founders of JLM: A "boutique" mortgage network designed for "successful and aspiring firms and sole traders." Visit JLM Mortgage Network here. Follow Rory on LinkedIn. Follow Seb on LinkedIn. Brought to you from the team at The Lead Engine who specialise in lead generation, web design and cont…

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Episode 98 - Unleashed / Danny The Dog (2005) 1:59:33

4M ago1:59:33

1:59:33

We are Unleashed on The Swally this week as we look at the 2005 film of the same name, also called Danny The Dog in certain countries. Starring Jet Li, Morgan Freeman and Bob Hoskins (yes, really) the films tells the tale of a man enslaved by the mob since childhood and raised into behaving like a human attack dog who escapes his captors and attemp…

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Free Marketing Tools For Brokers - Alex Curtis 15:22

4M ago15:22

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This week, Alex shares some of the free marketing tools he uses to help with content ideas, content creation and website performance and explain how they work. The main four include: 1. Descript 2. Google 3. Google Search Console 4. Google Ads Other tools mentioned: Semrush Canva Shutterstock Brought to you from the team at The Lead Engine who spec…

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Beneficial - Mat Rees 25:03

4M ago25:03

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In another episode of our, 'What Network Should I Join?' Series, Mat Rees, Chief Executive Officer at Beneficial joins Alex to talk about how they can support advisers with their unique network proposition and 'close-knit' company culture. Visit Beneficial here. Follow Mat on LinkedIn.By The Lead Engine

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Episode 97 - Super Gran (1985) 1:59:59

4M ago1:59:59

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Hang About! Look Out! It’s Super Gran! Airing on ITV from 1985-1987 and spanning 27 episodes in total Super Gran tells the story of an elderly grandmother, Granny Smith, who acquires superpowers when she is accidentally hit by a magic ray created by Inventor Black. Under the guise of 'Super Gran', she protects the residents of the fictional town of…

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Which Network Should I Join? Series - The Right Mortgage 17:14

4M ago17:14

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We caught up with some of the mortgage brokers at The Right Mortgage Annual National Training Event - 'Embracing Change' in Birmingham last month, to find out why they joined the network and what advice they would give to other advisers. Visit The Right Mortgage here. A big thank you to the advisers that took time out to chat with us (in order of a…

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The Lead Ladies - Room 101 With Dave Corbett 50:05

4M ago50:05

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The Lead Ladies are joined by this months guest, Mr Dave Corbett, Head of Protection at Mortgage 1st who has really ramped up the rants on Room 101 with his categorised list of pet peeves. 1. Miscellaneous 2. Youth of today 3. The industry With over 50 pet peeves to narrow down, a part 2 may be pending!…

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Episode 96 - The Last King of Scotland (2006) 1:38:09

5M ago1:38:09

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We’re off to Uganda on the latest episode of The Culture Swally as we look at the 2006 film The Last King of Scotland. Starring James McAvoy and Forrest Whittaker, the film is based on the events of the brutal Ugandan dictator Idi Amin's regime as seen by his personal physician during the 1970s. In the news we visit the famous Wonka Experience in G…

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Episode 5: 'Talking Ads' with Alex, Cathy, Hannah, and Tessa 22:38

5M ago22:38

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The 'Talking Ads' team are back for another round of show and tell this month including, a Miami Beach spring breakup video, a 'nod' to Carlsberg Instagram promotion, a catchy tune from a well known washing machine brand and a good old-fashioned billboard. We recommend you view all four adverts before or during listening to this episode to engage i…

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Episode nine: Susie Dent (bonus episode) 21:31

4M ago21:31

21:31

The Queen's Reading Room podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading mem…

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Rosemount Financial Solutions - Ahmed Bawa 32:56

5M ago32:56

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Our 'Which Network Should I Join?' Series continues! Alex is joined by Ahmed Bawa, Chief Executive Officer at Rosemount Financial Solutions (IFA) Ltd, who specialise in supporting mortgage advisers through their 'family-like' approach. From summer BBQ's to dinners and incentives, Ahmed explains what it's like to work with the network. Plus, we hear…

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Episode 95 - Mayflies (2022) 2:10:53

5M ago2:10:53

2:10:53

Today we are covering the 2022 BBC adaptation of the 2020 Andrew O’Hagan novel, Mayflies. Starring Martin Compston, Tony Curran and Ashley Jensen, Mayflies follows lifelong friends Jimmy and Tully, as they grapple with the news that Tully has been diagnosed with terminal cancer. In the news we discover the safest place to be in Scotland during a Zo…

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SEO "NO-NOs" - Alex Curtis 26:03

5M ago26:03

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On this week's episode, Alex shares his top ten SEO "NO-NOs" for better website performance. Brought to you from the team at The Lead Engine who specialise in lead generation, web design and content marketing for financial services.By Alex Curtis

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Episode 4: 'Talking Ads' with Alex, Cathy, Hannah, and Tessa 25:43

5M ago25:43

25:43

Alex, Cathy, Hannah and Tessa are back to share their favourite advert findings for this month, which are full of nostalgia, food and cameos. We recommend you view all four adverts before, after or during listening to this episode to engage in the discussion. Immerse yourselves here: https://theleadengine.co.uk/talking-ads-february-24/ Brought to y…

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Episode eight: Frank Cottrell-Boyce 23:18

5M ago23:18

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The Queen's Reading Room podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading mem…

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Episode 94 - Malevolent (2018) 1:37:48

5M ago1:37:48

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We’re getting spooky on the latest episode of The Culture Swally as we take a look at the 2018 Netflix film Malevolent. Starring Florence Pugh, Ben Lloyd Hughes, Celia Imrie and our favourite James Cosmo, it follows a group of fake paranormal investigators who suffer the ultimate reality check when confronted by the true horrors that lie hidden wit…

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