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The Explorers Podcast is about the greatest explorers and explorations in history. On the Explorers Podcast, the explorers we cover include Ernest Shackleton, Ibn Battuta, Roald Amundsen, Frederick Cook, Adrien de Gerlache, John McDouall Stuart, Francisco Vazquez de Coronado, Matt Rutherford, Jacques Marquette, Louis Jolliet, James Cook, Abel Tasman, Alice Morrison, Fridtjof Nansen, Yuri Gagarin, Jacques Cartier, Richard Francis Burton, Teddy Roosevelt, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, James Beckwou ...
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A series of award-winning stories about our region's traditions, institutions, and people, past and present. Rock Island Lines is written and read by Roald Tweet, Professor Emeritus of English at Augustana College, and sponsored by Quad City Bank and Trust.
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In contrast to Scott’s South Pole expedition, Amundsen’s expedition benefited from good equipment, appropriate clothing, and a fundamentally different primary task (Amundsen did no surveying on his route south and is known to have taken only two photographs) Amundsen had a better understanding of dogs and their handling, and he used of skis more effectively. He pioneered an entirely new route to the Pole and they returned. In Amundsen’s own words: “Victory awaits him who has everything in or ...
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Welcome to Up Ship! The Airship History Podcast. I’m Nick Rogers and I will be your captain on this long-haul flight through the fascinating history of the most awe-inspiring and ethereal aircraft ever conceived – the airship. We will navigate from the earliest days of airships, through the violent days of the First World War into the Golden Age of the great airships of the 1920s and 30s, and beyond. We’ll fly around the world on the Graf Zeppelin, travel to the North Pole with Roald Amundse ...
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In these podcast you would be able to hear audio books. From Roald Dahl to Enid Blyton. You would be able to hear books of almost every genre. Hope you like it. Make your to download the podcast to listen to them offline.
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The Candyman

Big Big Big

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In 1971, five children were given a tour of a chocolate factory in upper Munich. Four left the factory maimed, and one never left at all. The Candyman is a scripted podcast series investigating the harrowing events of Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. As the hosts and tech search for justice, they are derailed by old characters, new foes, and their own ineptitude. The six-part series is written, produced, and performed by Big Big Big.
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Casenotes

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This fortnightly podcast from the Physicians' Gallery at the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh presents stories from medicine, past and present
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The Long Take

Akhil Arora and Rohan Naahar

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Another movie podcast by two know-it-all guys—Akhil Arora and Rohan Naahar—killing their careers and burning bridges in Bollywood one review at a time. New episodes weekly. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-long-take/support
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A podcast that deep dives into the world of movie musicals! Whether you love the movie adaptation of a beloved stage musical, or can't believe a film was made, Showgays will discuss, analyse, and poke fun at movie musicals, from the most infamous to the most beloved. A podcast on The Ampliverse
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"Casual Violence mix Game of Thrones, the League of Gentlemen and Roald Dahl to create dark, twisted and silly skits" (The Sunday Times) Bite-sized comedy tales of menace, melancholy and mayhem -- from the multi award winning comedy team behind "Hector Vs The Future", and one of the writers of "Wooden Overcoats". Join Casual Violence as they spin uniquely grotesque - and immensely stupid - sketch comedy stories for your delight and entertainment. For more info and to support their work, head ...
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Reading Isn't For Kids

Reading Isn't For Kids

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Two grown adults read and discuss children's books and also sometimes comics. Book series include, Junie B. Jones, The Magic Treehouse, and Fear Street. Comics range from Marvel graphic novels to the Walking Dead. Remember Reading Isn't For Kids!
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Not Your Average Book Report

Not Your Average Book Report

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Not Your Average Book Report, hosted by Sam and Sarah Scott, is a whimsical podcast exploring children's literature. With a down-to-earth approach (meaning as much laughter as possible), they hope to inspire meaningful conversations for both kids and adults inviting everyone to never lose the childlike joy of reading.
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A monthly talk free DJ mix of all the best Melodic Sunset House, Trance and Progressive Breaks, featuring slabs of quality and uplifting aural stimulation with a sprinkling of shimmering vocals on top, perfect for your sunrise and sunset sessions. Please rate this podcast and visit the www.prototype202.com website for all tracklistings and buy links for all the featured tracks
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This podcast is made to get you reading and reading without being told to. Cover art photo provided by Jaredd Craig on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@jaredd_craig
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OutThink the Classics will activate your brain, and give you the historical and cultural context to decide which stories from pop culture have a place in your life today. A podcast from OutThink Media.
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The podcast that tells the true story behind the world's most iconic books. How did they think of this stuff?? why is their book so popular?? should you bother reading it?
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The Figure

Georgia Parkin & Charlotte Lorimer

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Each month, Charlotte Lorimer and Georgia Parkin learn and talk about three figures: a person, a number and an image. Their conversations also include recommendations for books, podcasts, films, series or exhibitions.
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We're trippin' through time to take a look back at the most nostalgic movies, music and more from the past. Host Anna Davis and a rotating cast of friends reflect on their favorite media and take deep dives on pop culture staples from the '90s, 2000s and beyond.
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Love books? Love movies? Hosts Marisa Serafini and Phil Svitek love them both too... equally. So they decided to marry their love of both into a monthly dedicated series where they discuss books that have been adapted into movies.
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BOOK IT! A Book Podcast

Krissy Wilson & Sarah Hunt

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Welcome to our book club! It's a lot like a regular book club -- but no free personal pan pizza as a reward, yet*. Your reward is only the satisfaction of reading a book and talking about it with two of your friends - except we don't know each other... but we are closer than ever because we went through it together. Right? Right. Hosted by: Krissy Wilson and Sarah Hunt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Banned Library Podcast offers a unique discussion and emphasis on books and literature that are considered frequently banned or challenged by schools and libraries. Word of Warning, the stories may not be safe for work or children unless you have really cool children and a grown up work place!
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Heroes and Legends is a channel dedicated to exploring the lives and stories of great and inspiring individuals that have made an impact on history, culture or our way of life. Some of these may be little known to the wider world, even though they impacted significantly on the destinies of their own people. Others may have been condemned unfairly by history and deserve to have their contributions reviewed. We hope that by bringing their stories to light, we can all learn from their experienc ...
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Welcome to NewzKidz! A new weekly podcast covering global news stories and current affairs, presented by Rose, Zara, Aiza and Laurie - kids aged 8-11 years. Tune in to hear us talk about what's important in our world today, what's making the news headlines, and why kids should care. You can discuss our stories with your friends, parents and teachers, and let us know what you think.
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Can We Just Ask

Annie Clarke & Will Clempner

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Can We Just Ask aims to inspire positive change by starting conversations that matter. Our current show is a ten minute positive news bulletin every Tuesday and Friday in which we'll share amazing stories, inspiring initiatives and anything in between that anyone is doing around the world, with the hope of shining some light in the dark. Hosted by author Annie Clarke and journalist Will Clempner, this podcast is ultimately our way of sharing positivity, through discussions and interviews. Co ...
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All About Now is a podcast channel that hosts conversations that matter most in the world today. From politics and society to culture and everything in between. Our hosts and guests bring in varied perspectives to the table, making All About Now the go-to source for anyone looking to stay informed and entertained. Whether you're a news junkie or just looking for a new hot take on current events, All About Now by IVM Podcasts is the place for you. So tune in, stay informed, and join the conve ...
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Welcome to "Inkspiration Calling," the podcast where creativity meets craft, and authors find that inkspiration. Join your expert host, Abigail Horne, as she unravels the enchanting world of children's chapter books. Abigail, an expert in publishing and a seasoned storyteller, takes you on a journey into the heart of storytelling for young minds. Throughout this season, she shares her wealth of knowledge, providing invaluable insights and practical tips for aspiring writers. Discover the mag ...
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On this episode of Kaleidoscope Kids, you'll hear about Roald Dahl Day happening next week on the 13th September, an interview with Hunter, an IGS Student who recently won a surf comp and some IGS students sharing stories about current events. 1:55 Linguistic Wonders Hear staff and students discuss Roald Dahl and their favourite book and character.…
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Anyone in the mood for chocolate cake? "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Join our live discussion of all things Showgays on our Discord server! https://discord.gg/Ma5FasSwXU Don’t forget to…
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In part 1 of our series, we look at the Inca Empire, and the cities that would - in time - become 'lost' to the world. We then meet Hiram Bingham III - the man who will one day become the scientific 'discover' of Machu Picchu. We then take him on his first two expeditions to South America, including his documentation of the Choquequirao. The Explor…
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On this episode of Kaleidoscope Kids, you'll hear all about World Gratitude Day, International Day of Peace and an interview with Australia's HP Education Ambassador, Mr Brett Salakas. 2:54 World Gratitude Day & International Day of Peace Hear from our community as we discuss World Gratitude Day and the International Day of Peace. Ms. Price’s Year …
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In the final episode of the Henry Hudson saga, Hudson goes looking for the Northwest Passage - and discovers Hudson Bay in the process. However, disgruntled crew will mutiny - making the ending of Hudson - and six other - a mystery that has never been solved. In the final episode of the Henry Hudson saga, Hudson goes looking for the Northwest Passa…
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We’re reviewing the situation. "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Join our live discussion of all things Showgays on our Discord server! https://discord.gg/Ma5FasSwXU Don’t forget to check o…
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Sector 36 is a gratuitously grisly dramatisation of the gruesome Nithari serial murders from around two decades ago. But because it unfolds with zero nuance, the movie mines cheap thrills out of a real-life horror story. We talk about the strange arcs that Vikrant Massey and Deepak Dobriyal’s characters have been given, the haphazard narrative stru…
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In this talk Dr Camilla Mørk Røstvik presents the sanitary bin in its historical context for the first time, and argues that it reveals changing attitudes towards menstruation, the environment and bathroom politics.You can also watch this talk on our website: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/heritage/talks/history-menstruation-and-sanitary-waste-managementTw…
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On this episode of Kaleidoscope Kids, you'll hear all about R U OK? Day. 2:29 Community Connections Hear our primary school students discuss how you can check in on your friends daily. 6:50 Global Voices IGS students interviewed Mr Joseph Degeling, a psychologist and the Director of Counselling Services here at IGS. Kaleidoscope Kids is a podcast c…
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Kill might be one of the rare movies that actually benefit from a remake—that’s how royally it fumbles both its action and revenge plot. We discuss the film’s indecipherable approach to close combat, the lead actor Lakshya’s wooden performance, and the lack of inventiveness in the story. We also talk about the unearned John Wick and The Raid compar…
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This morning’s episode Anna and Austin review and discuss the 1991 YA chapter book Fear Street #10 Ski Weekend. Stranded on an icy road following a ski trip, Ariel, Shannon, and Doug soon find themselves at the mercy of Lou Kitchcock, the owner of a nearby farmhouse RIFK is a comedy children’s books club podcast where twice a month Anna and Austin …
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September is the last month of summer so keeping it light with tracks and remixes by Sebastian Sellares, Luttrell, Chris Luno, LAR, Nicky Elisabeth and moreLuttrrell - Something RightChris Luno - CalmyLAR - MotionSebastian Sellares - MelomaniacNicky Elisabeth - Last DanceAbove and Beyond and PROFF - FractalsDurante - Hot Night (Khen remix)Jakatta -…
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In this episode, Henry Hudson accepts a job with the Dutch East India Company (VOC) to find a route to Asia over Russia - aka the Northeast Passage. Thwarted, he heads west - to the New World - and he proceeds to be the first European to map the area around New York and the Hudson River. The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: w…
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August is a bit on the deeper side featuring tracks and remixes by, Kamilo Sanclemente, J Ribbon. Above and Beyond , Durante and moreNicky Elisabeth - MemoriesNils Hoffman - Running In a DreamKamilo Sanclemente - ElyseumDurante and CRi - LMK (Sebastian Sellares remix)J Ribbon - My HabitatAbove and Beyond - PalermoMohn - Whatever You fancy (Rylan Ta…
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In this talk Dr Dan O'Brien discusses the history of funerals and coffins.You can also watch this talk on our website: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/heritage/talks/after-life-history-death-exhibition-launch-0Twitter: twitter.com/RCPEHeritageInstagram: instagram.com/physiciansgallery/Facebook: facebook.com/PhysiciansGalleryTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@p…
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On this episode of Kaleidoscope Kids, you'll hear about Wear It Purple Day and Bookweek. 2:20 Global Voices Hear from Mr Englebert, Mr Martin, Mr Clark and Mr Marchbank discussing Wear It Purple Day and how we are celebrating diversity while supporting the LGBTIQA+ community. 6:24 Linguistic Wonders It's Book Week, so let's listen to the IGS Commun…
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The year’s biggest Indian hit, Kalki 2898 AD, is just as irredeemable as Prabhas’ other recent films. But unlike those movies, this one barely features Prabhas at all and drags on for three hours without offering a single character you can latch on to. We talk about the film’s poor construction, subpar world-building, and superficial writing. We al…
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British explorer Henry Hudson goes searching for a new route to Asia. His first attempt it to go north - to the North Pole and over the top of the world. When that doesn't work, he goes east - over Russia and towards Novaya Zemlya. The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.com Interested in advertising on the Expl…
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This morning’s episode Anna and Austin review and discuss the 2002 children's chapter book Katie Kazoo, Switcheroo #1 Anyone But Me. Katie can't stand George, the class bully. He constantly picks on everyone, but he really torments Katie. One day, she can't stand it anymore, and she wishes she could be anyone but herself. What she doesn't see is th…
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The gang at The Produce Stand are joined their buddy Tobias to recap/review the season 3 finale: Soo Hunt. Hockey Haiku Shoresy’s final game Setting the tone one last time Try to win it all Future is unknown Uncertain what will come next One more to play though In the end he’ll go Until he can’t go no more Leave it on the ice So get on the go Last …
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On this episode of Kaleidoscope Kids, you'll hear about Science Week here at IGS. 4:42 Sustainability Hear Ms Turner talk about the wildlife around IGS and how animals have evolved. 11:21 Community Connections Listen to Year 2 students chatting about sharks. Kaleidoscope Kids is a podcast created by students at the International Grammar School in S…
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Angry Young Men, the three-part documentary about writers Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar’s partnership, is a massive missed opportunity. We discuss the show’s cagey approach to its legendary subjects, the overwhelming feeling of self-satisfaction, and the unearned points it tries to score for highlighting the plight of writers in the film business. We…
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In the final part of our series, Caillié has reached Timbuktu - but what will he find? Will it be the city of gold as described by earlier visitors? And now that he had reached his destination - he needs to return home. That means a brutal trek across the Sahara in a caravan. The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwaveme…
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In a behemoth episode we introduce a new voice to the podcast. Yes, joined by Charles, we smash through the 2 hour mark and discuss his favourite episode... it's been a few years in the making and was a pleasure to record. Plus, Damo goes all Columbo and unearths evidence of how this episode lies at the centre of one of Dahl's last, and controversi…
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This lecture explores some famous historical body parts, through the eyes of author Suzie Edge.You can also watch this talk on our website: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/heritage/talks/vital-organs-history-worlds-most-famous-body-partsTwitter: twitter.com/RCPEHeritageInstagram: instagram.com/physiciansgallery/Facebook: facebook.com/PhysiciansGalleryTikTok…
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On this episode of Kaleidoscope Kids, you'll hear from various people chatting about the Olympic Games. 2:22 Global Voices Hear from Mr Cameron an IGS Science Teacher and Olympian, at the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games. 9:37 Community Connections People from the IGS Community talk about their favourite moments from the Olympic Games. 13:05 Cultural Exc…
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Much like spaghetti, this film throws everything at the wall to see what sticks. "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Join our live discussion of all things Showgays on our Discord server! htt…
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Chandu Champion finds director Kabir Khan returning to 83 territory, for better or worse. We talk about the film’s shoddy storytelling structure, its complete lack of interest in developing its protagonist, and its over-reliance on crutches like music and contrivances. We also discuss Khan’s tendency to underestimate his audiences’ intellect and hi…
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Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin was a titan of the airship world - of aviation in general, in fact. The inventor of the rigid airship, he founded a company which manufacturers airships to this day and which was responsible for the creation of some of the most iconic aircraft of all time. But this was not supposed to be his legacy. An army officer and …
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This morning’s episode Anna and Austin review and discuss the 1998 children's chapter books Magic Tree House #16 Hour of the Olympics & #17 Tonight on the Titanic by Mary Pope Osborne. No girls allowed at the Olympic Games! That's the rule when the Magic Tree House whisks Jack and Annie back to ancient Greece. But when Annie tells Jack to go to the…
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In Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba, Taapsee Pannu and Vikrant Massey return as the murderous couple of hell who were introduced in 2021’s Haseen Dillruba. The sequel boasts an entirely different visual aesthetic and its romantic-thriller tone stands in contrast to the tongue-in-cheek pulpiness of the first film. We discuss what a huge mistake this is, w…
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On this episode of Kaleidoscope Kids, you'll hear from Kindy students celebrating 100 Days of School and Leon, an IGS student, interviews Ming, an IGS staff member, chatting only in Chinese, Mandarin. 2:32 Community Connections Kindy students celebrate 100 Days of School 5:19 Global Voices Leon interviews Ming in Chinese, Mandarin Summary Translati…
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Caillié begins his audacious trek to reach the legendary city of Timbuktu. Disguised as an Arab trying to reach his home in the Middle, he will travel with various caravans into the heart of West Africa - aiming to become the first person to reach Timbuktu - and return alive. The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwaveme…
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The team discusses Matilda: The Musical (2022). Question of the Week: How do you feel about the addition of the backstory with the escapologist and the acrobat? Breaking the (Autistic) Code: Matilda (1996) (Vocal Media) A Problem Like Matilda (The New Yorker) Tim Minchin Interview (TimeOut) Tim Minchin Interview (The Guardian) Follow us! adaptation…
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