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Long Shots

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History might be written by the winners, but in presidential politics the story is often shaped by the Long Shots. Journalist Conor Powell profiles eight presidential candidates who lost the race for the White House but dramatically changed America’s political landscape - right up to today. Long Shots is the story of America’s presidential battles – the contentious contest for the most powerful office in the world - and how knowing where we've been can help us choose a better tomorrow. With ...
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This episode, I speak to Norwegian actor - Kåre Conradi, about dealing with difficult actors, filming the Netflix series 'Norsemen', and his experiences in theatre. Check out Kåre's work on his IMDB page: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0175758/ Music - Song: Flow Artist: Nomyn License: Creative Commons Attribution license (reuse allowed) Listen on You…
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In this episode I speak to Christian Hillborg, an actor who's worked on 'The Last Kingdom', 'Fleabag', and much more. We discuss his relationship with acting, his portrayal of 'Erik' on 'The Last Kingdom', and dealing with rejection and criticism. Check out Christian's work on his IMDB page: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2361583/ Music - Song: Flow A…
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In this quickfire episode, I chat with Jon East, a director who has worked on a plethora of productions including 'Downton Abbey', 'Killing Eve', 'The Last Kingdom', and 'Bloodlands'. We discuss his journey to becoming a director, his insights into the industry, and the directing differences between television and film. Check out Jon's work on his …
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In this episode, I speak with Dewa Ayu Larassanti about her work on Kena: Bridge of Spirits, working with her family, and the importance of Balinese music and imagery being used correctly. Check out Ayu's a cappella group on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKQ2FACR-Ounc8zLab3TFlQ Music - Song: Flow Artist: Nomyn License: Creative Commons …
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In this episode I talk to Jason Flemyng, an actor best known for his role in 'Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels'. We discuss some of his experiences throughout his long running career in the industry, as well as his tips for actors trying to break through. Check out Jason's podcast 'More Than My Past': https://morethanmypast.org.uk/podcast/#:~:te…
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I speak with actor, and 'The Last Kingdom' star - Harry McEntire. We discuss the differences between stage acting and on-screen acting, working in Budapest, and his recent voice acting. Check out Harry's work on his IMDB page: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2968655/ Music - Song: Flow Artist: Nomyn License: Creative Commons Attribution license (reuse …
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I talk to Rikard and Marcus (aka RMK & Toppen), a music duo from Sweden. We chat about their reasons for pursuing music, working as a duo, and their love for music. Take a listen to their music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0KkNijZOzTFf7ixZ5ID7yh?si=JTsKDibIQmGblBXq8-dx4Q Music - Song: Flow Artist: Nomyn License: Creative Commons Attr…
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I speak with actor and director - Shannon Walsh, about her journey into the industry, her recent work, and the challenges she has overcome with her film making. Check out Shannon's work on her IMDB page: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3836667/ Music - Song: Flow Artist: Nomyn Listen on YouTube: https://youtu.be/pDNH85JjKbQ​ License: Creative Commons A…
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Texas billionaire and political outsider Ross Perot rode a wave of economic angst to become the front-runner in the 1992 race for the White House. Self-funded and politically independent, Perot tapped into America's growing mistrust of the major parties. He lambasted Democrats and Republicans alike for irresponsible spending and bad economic polici…
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Before 1988, evangelicals voted more on moral grounds than as a partisan bloc. Then came the charismatic Pat Robertson. Through his work on the Christian Broadcasting Network and his campaign to succeed Ronald Reagan as the GOP standard bearer, Robertson helped push evangelicals firmly into the Republican camp -- so much so that when twice-divorced…
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Long before Rush Limbaugh and Fox News dominated conservative media, there was Pat Buchanan. In 1992, the CNN commentator launched a campaign of searing rhetoric, economic nationalism, and strident morality against President George H.W. Bush. With his long-shot candidacy aimed at the Republican establishment, Buchanan created the modern blueprint t…
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Victoria Woodhull had a few things stacked against her: She ran for president a half century before women had the right to vote. She ran on a platform of sexual and gender equality that so enraged her political enemies they passed laws to silence her. She spoke about free-love nearly a century before the sexual revolution. Her running mate was a Bl…
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Many pundits dismissed businessman Herman Cain as an entertaining, if inept, sideshow during the 2012 Republican presidential primary. But the former Godfather’s Pizza CEO struck a nerve among conservatives craving a candidate who would 'tell it like it is'. Indeed, Cain, who came up in the Tea Party movement, led the GOP contest just weeks before …
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American presidential candidates aren’t supposed to be convicted criminals, let alone socialists. But in 1920, nearly one million Americans cast their vote for the Socialist Party nominee as he campaigned from a U.S. federal prison: Eugene V. Debs, prisoner 9653. This was Debs fifth presidential run and his last. Incarcerated on charges of sedition…
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In 1984, the Rev. Jesse Jackson had little hope of winning the Democratic Party presidential nomination. He was a Black man without the backing of the African American political establishment; a Civil Rights veteran in an era of corporate triumphalism and Top Gun patriotism. But to the cries of “Run, Jesse, run," Jackson launched an improbable camp…
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In 1972, Alabama Governor George Wallace ran for president and tapped into a strain of white resentment towards Civil Rights legislation and court-mandated bussing. When he was shot on the campaign trail, President Nixon saw an opportunity to derail Wallace’s surging political momentum and embarrass the Democratic Party. With never before heard Whi…
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History might be written by the winners, but presidential politics is often shaped by the Long Shots. This is the story of how eight presidential candidates lost the race for the White House but permanently changed America's political landscape - right up until today. Long Shots premiered April 30. Privacy Policy and California Privacy Notice. Supp…
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