Best Ruby Sparks Podcasts (2024)

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Ruby Sparks (2012) - Get The Throbbing In Your Pants Checked 58:35

12d ago58:35

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Ruby Sparks (2012) is up next on our Unlikeable Protagonists Month and wow is the guy in this unlikeable. Consent issues aside, the biggest crime he commits against humanity is being a terrible author. How dare you make us listen to terrible prose. We shall not stand for this. We have a lot of fun chats about men written by women and women written …

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CardioMiracle, and How Nitric Oxide Is The Spark of Life in the Cell

2d ago

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The number one cause of death in America is cardiovascular disease. On average, somebody dies of a heart attack or stroke every 36 seconds. After losing several family members to heart disease, today's guest also came very close to being one of these statistics. Until he discovered nitric oxide, a molecule that was awarded a Nobel Prize in medicine…

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American Psycho (2000) - Right Toots, Get Your High-Heels On 46:36

5d ago46:36

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American Psycho (2000) is the last film in our unlikeable protagonists month! We may have jumped the shark with this one. How? Well, no sh*t Sherlock is a serial killer a little bit unlikeable. This particular potential serial killer is especially heinous, so it almost feels a little unfair to compare poor little Danni Sanders to him. Norman Bates …

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Don’t Trust Doctors! The Hidden Agendas Behind Standard Medical Advice

9d ago

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Today’s topic may challenge everything you thought you knew about health and wellness. Most of us turn to doctors or Google for answers, trusting that what we find will be the best path to healing. But here’s the reality: even the nation's top hospitals aren’t focused on truly preventing or reversing disease. With so many diet fads and conflicting …

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Interactive Nanny's World 🌎🌎🌎 5:52

12d ago5:52

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We're having a simple, sweet storytime for ' The Littles !!! ' The stories are: Llama 🦙 Llama Wakey-wake and Hush Little Baby 🍼.

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Not Okay (2022) - We're Back B*tches 50:03

19d ago50:03

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Not Okay (2022) kicks off our unlikeable protagonist month and the beginning of our comeback tour! Did you miss us? We missed you! We decided to ease ourselves back in by watching films in which we are encouraged to judge people harshly. Not that we need encouragement to do that. Bonus fun factor, we also get to rate this film in terms of O'Briens!…

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Life’s Great Question (How You Best Contribute To The World)

24d ago

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Tom Rath joins us today and is the author of the new book Life’s Great Question, which focuses on a new way to think about our life's work. Not what we can do for ourselves, but how we can serve others, and how this transforms our future selves in a positive way. Tom is an author and researcher who has spent the past two decades studying how work c…

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Interactive Nanny's World (Storytime!!!) 7:33

27d ago7:33

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We read The Crayons Go Back To School and Let's Go For A Walk Outside!!!

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What to Do Next: Taking Your Best Step When Life Is Uncertain

1M ago

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People get comfortable with the way things are, and they don't excel to the next level. A ship moving at sea won't develop barnacles, but a ship that's stagnant at dock will. Has your life become stagnant with mental barnacles? If so, this is the show you've been waiting for. Our guest today is Jeff Henderson, his best-selling book, What to Do Next…

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How Not to Age

1M ago

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Physician and internationally recognized speaker on nutrition, Dr. Michael Greger, MD, joins us today to discuss his latest book, How Not to Age. The book dives into longevity, aging, and health and answers questions like what is the best diet for living longer? How about aging? He also goes over "Dr. Greger’s Daily Dozen" and so much more! Website…

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Change Your Habits to Become 1% Better Each Day

1M ago

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Do you need to "reboot" your system -- breaking those bad habits to create new ones? If you're having trouble changing your habits, the problem isn't you. The problem actually is your system. James Clear, one of the world's leading experts on habit formation, has revealed habit-breaking strategies in his book, Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to…

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The 9 Pillars of Resilience and Success

2M ago

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Stephen Sideroff, Ph.D. is a psychologist and internationally recognized expert in resilience & optimal performance. He joins us today to share his insight on stress and answers questions such as why is it so difficult to manage stress, tips on developing mental resilience, the role of mindfulness in the mind and body, and much more! See the link t…

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Greatness and The Habits of The Best

2M ago

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We've all heard the saying, don't reinvent the wheel. To get from where you are to where you want to be, you need to imitate those who have already achieved greatness. No one embraces that mantra more than our guest, Don Yaeger. He studied the lessons on achieving happiness and success from some of the most iconic sports legends and entrepreneurs i…

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“Ruby’s Choice” feature film starring Jane Seymour

2M ago

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Jane Seymour, known for her iconic roles in "Doctor Quinn Medicine Woman" and "Somewhere in Time," talks about her latest film, "Ruby's Choice." The film delves into dementia's profound impact on individuals and families. Seymour shares her personal insights on portraying Ruby, emphasizing the importance of compassion and connection. The episode al…

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Depression – A look at the next generation of promising research, better understanding, and new treatments

2M ago

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Dr. Philip Gold is one of the world’s leading researchers of depressive illness. He is here today to discuss the correlation and body's response to depression and stress, the role of inflammation in depression and how anti-inflammatory agents can help. Research notes Depression represents a dysregulation of the brain’s stress response system that w…

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Getting Kids to WANT TO Eat Healthier Food

3M ago

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As the twig is bent so grows the tree." This early 18th century proverbial saying means early influences can have a permanent impact. Unfortunately, when it comes to children, they are unhealthier today than ever in history. They have more asthma, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and neurodevelopmental disorders. One of the biggest culprits is an unhealth…

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Toxic Superfoods: How Oxalate Overload is Making You Sick - and How to Get Better

3M ago

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If you’re eating a healthy diet and you’re still dealing with fatigue, inflammation, anxiety, recurrent injuries, or chronic pain, the problem could be your spinach, almonds, sweet potatoes, and other trusted plant foods. And your key to vibrant health may be quitting these so-called superfoods. After suffering for decades from chronic health probl…

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In From The Side (2022) - John is a Simp 1:05:12

3M ago1:05:12

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In From The Side (2022) wraps up our sad bullshit month, otherwise known as 'Not Like Other Movies' month. We're finishing strong and clueless, as we know very little about the moshpit sports ball. However, we do know a little something or two about Henrys. You're even getting a longer episode so we can properly whinge about him. There won't be an …

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Storytime: The Pout-Pout Fish, The Pigeon Has Feelings, Too! and My Mom is Magical! 11:03

3M ago11:03

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Three of my favorite books 📚 from three different series books 📚!!!! ENJOY 😍😍😍!!!!

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Chicken Soup for the Mind, Body and Soul: How to Go from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be

3M ago

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Most people desire to live a healthier, happier, and more prosperous life. Yet as the years go by, many of us end up at the same place. A ship at sea won't develop barnacles, but a stagnant ship will. Has your life become stagnant, with mental barnacles? Jack Canfield has spent decades helping people go from where they are to where they want to be.…

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The Breakfast Club (1985) - Worst Makeover Ever 44:14

3M ago44:14

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The Breakfast Club (1985) is next in our 'Not Like Other Movies' month. We're going to conveniently drop the Sad Bullshit thing for a week because this isn't all that sad. This is one of those films that everyone has seen (apart from Sam), so you'll probably hate what we have to say (it's not bad). Tag yourself, I'm the flare gun that went off in t…

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Lies I Taught in Medical School, How Conventional Medicine Is Making You Sicker and What You Can Do to Save Your Own Life

4M ago

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Dr. Robert Lufkin is here to discuss his new book, "Lies I Taught in Medical School." He emphasizes addressing root causes rather than just symptoms, particularly in managing high blood pressure and weight. Dr. Lufkin discusses the importance of a metabolically healthy diet, advocating for reduced carbohydrate intake and cautioning against seed oil…

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Lilting (2014) - She's a bit of an Alan 43:53

4M ago43:53

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Lilting (2014) is up next in our 'Not Like Other Movies' month, otherwise known as 'Sad Bullshit' month. If you like awkward dancing, stubborn old ladies, and Alan; this film is perfect. If you like all your audio in sync with your visuals, you might have a bit of a tough time. We land somewhere in the middle of those two sides. Join us next week a…

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"Ask the Doctor" with Dr. David Friedman

4M ago

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Tune in for the answer to these questions from listeners: This inflation is unbearable. With food prices on the rise, are there any money-saving strategies that you can share? Nancy Meadows - Schaumburg, IL I drink 1-2 glasses of red wine with dinner. Is there a specific type of red wine that's healthier or does it not matter? Eileen Mitchells - Va…

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The Selfish Giant (2013) - What's That Mysterious Clicking? 41:38

4M ago41:38

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The Selfish Giant (2013) is up next in our 'Not Like Other Movies' month, more fondly known as 'Sad Bullshit' month. This film fits the theme perfectly! You may have guessed by the title that it's based on the Oscar Wilde short story, and it kind of is if you squint and spin around a bit. Or not. If someone would like to explain how it's related we…

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A Ghost Story (2017) - Polyamory must be a thing in Heaven 53:58

4M ago53:58

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It's Calum's birthday month which means we get a brand new theme picked by him! A Ghost Story (2017) kicks off our 'I'm Not Like Other Movies' month, otherwise known as 'Sad Bullshit' Month. That's right dear listener, most of the films are going to be depressing hipster movies. Are you hyped to have an existential crisis with us? If so, you're in …

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Storytime: Little Leaders . . . and Little Legends . . . 9:01

4M ago9:01

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From our Little Legends Exceptional Men In Black History we talked about Marshall "Major" Taylor, and from our Little Leaders Bold Women In Black History we talked about Zora Neale Hurston.

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The End of Craving: Recovering the Lost Art of Eating Well

4M ago

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Nearly half of the population is considered obese. 88 million American adults are pre-diabetic and 100 million have high blood pressure. People continue to try fad diets, cut fat, reduce carbs and eliminate sugar, but it's not making a dent. In his book, The End of Craving, Mark Schatzker takes a deep dive into food and its purpose. He believes tha…

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Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2008) - Unrealistic Snake Rope 42:51

4M ago42:51

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Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2008) is the last film in our unnecessary sequel to the unnecessary sequel month and it is possible that we may have been led astray by the internet again. Why did you mean-spirited meanies tell us this film was bad? Why did we listen? The whole joke of this month was for this film and it relied u…

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Spider-Man 3 (2007) - But What About My Failing Broadway Career? 37:55

5M ago37:55

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Spider-Man 3 (2007) is up next in the unnecessary sequel to the unnecessary sequel month! Now, does this film belong here? Or did the internet being mean only make us think this belonged here? Probably the latter. Has anyone seen this film recently? Yeah, it's cringey, but it's fun cringe. So join us as we celebrate Tobey Maguire in all his dorky g…

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The Miracle Morning

5M ago

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Hal Elrod, the author of "The Miracle Morning," shares his journey of surviving a near-fatal car accident and battling cancer, which led him to develop a transformative morning routine. The routine, encapsulated in the SAVERS acronym, includes Silence, Affirmations, Visualization, Exercise, Reading, and Scribing. Elrod emphasizes the importance of …

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Shrek Forever After (2010) - Oh No, I'm Rich 36:56

5M ago36:56

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Shrek Forever After (2010) is up next in our unnecessary sequel to the unnecessary sequel month! Quick! What is your favourite Shrek film? If you didn't answer Shrek 2 (2004), you are wrong. Sorry if that was you, dear listener. What we can all agree on, is that your favourite Shrek film probably isn't Shrek Forever After. Or Shrek the Third (2007)…

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Steps to Boosting Immunity Naturally

5M ago

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One of the biggest concerns of the last year is how to have a stronger immune system. Andrea Beaman is a bestselling author, natural foods chef, thyroid expert, holistic health coach and herbalist, dedicated to natural healing, and sustainable eating and living. She educates people on how to heal and prevent disease using ancient, time-tested wisdo…

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Storytime: Pete the Cat Old McDonald Had a Farm and Pete the Kitty And The Unicorn's Missing Colors. 10:30

5M ago10:30

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Two books from one of my FAVORITE children's books series Pete the Cat 😺!!!!

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Toy Story 4 (2019) - Pick up a Woody and Play with Him 42:59

5M ago42:59

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Toy Story 4 (2019) kicks off the unnecessary sequel to the unnecessary sequel month, where we will be watching unnecessary sequels to necessary sequels. The concept is a little confusing so we thought we'd start easy. For example, Toy Story 2 (1999) is one of the best sequels of all time. Toy Story 3 (2010) gets away with it because of nostalgia. H…

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CBD Use in Sports and Health & Fitness

5M ago

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Research shows it may be an effective treatment for inflammation, pain, anxiety, insomnia, depression, post-traumatic stress, and even autoimmune disease. But, not all CBD is created equal. Due to a lack of regulations, many CBD products on the market contain an undisclosed amount of THC, pesticides, metals, and other toxic additives. Matt Lombardi…

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Storytime: Hondo & Fabian and Let's Go For A Walk Outside 7:46

5M ago7:46

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Hondo & Fabian is the story about a cat and dog that best friends and live in the same house with a cute 🥰🥰 little baby and her parents. Let's Go For A Walk Outside is a cute 🥰🥰 book based off of one of the songs from the Super Simple channel on YouTube!!!!

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The Hunchback of Notre Dame II (2002) - Seduce the Local Bog Witch 43:08

5M ago43:08

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The Hunchback of Notre Dame II (2002) concludes our unnecessary sequel month, and man is this is a weird one. Did you watch the end of The Hunchback of Notre Dame and despair that Quasimodo never got laid? No? Neither did we. However, Disney decided that this would simply not do so they made a pretty girl for him to go out with. Yes, he's just as s…

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THE POWER FOODS DIET

5M ago

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Weight loss is one of our top health concerns, so much so that we keep looking for good ways to lose weight, preferably a way that is easy, effective, and permanent. It turns out that, when properly chosen, certain foods cause weight loss, with no need for the deprivation and planning that most weight-loss regimens require. In his next book, leadin…

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Titanic II (2010) - Cocktails! at the Discothèque 41:39

6M ago41:39

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Titanic II (2010) is up next on our unnecessary sequels month! Oh? You thought it was going to be Space Jam: A New Legacy? Well, you must have heard wrong. After all, how could we pass up the opportunity to see a gigantic boat crash a second time? What a twist! Will this be the film that finally adds a 'bored' tally to Sam's list? How could it? Sur…

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Storytime: The Crayons' Book of Numbers and Sophia Sparks!!! 11:44

6M ago11:44

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In the first book, we go on a number journey with The Crayons and the second book we meet a little inventor by the name of Sophia. She thinks that her inventions and ideas come from her hair bow, but she discovers that's not the case at all!!!

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Importance of Self-Talk in Difficult Times

6M ago

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During this uncertain time, many people are overcome by negative emotions. Fear, anxiety, doubt... these all creep into our minds multiple times throughout the day. Even when the pandemic eases, a lot of individuals struggle with negative self-talk -- which can have a severe impact on one's mental health. Shad Helmstetter, PhD, is the founder of th…

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Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget (2023) - It Just Is 39:05

6M ago39:05

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Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget (2023) is the second film in our unnecessary sequel month. Does it deserve to be here? Probably. Tell us what happens in the first Chicken Run film. Quickly. See? Unless you're one of the top stans, you probably don't remember. Why is that the case? Well, the first one was made in 2000 and while it is good, it's neve…

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Never Die of Heart Disease

6M ago

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Dr. Joel Kahn, a distinguished cardiologist, debunks common misconceptions, stressing the importance of routine screenings like coronary artery calcium CT scans to detect silent blockages. Dr. Kahn warns against the dangers of yo-yo dieting and discusses unusual heart issue indicators, such as erectile dysfunction and earlobe creases. The episode a…

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Mulan II (2004) - One Alone Was Enough 52:20

6M ago52:20

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Mulan II (2004) kicks off our Unnecessary Sequel Month, and we may have unnecessary sequel'd too close to the sun. For those not in the know, Mulan is Sam's favourite film ever. Which is why this horrific betrayal stings so much. Ever wanted to see your favourite characters turned into poor imitations of themselves? Just watch literally any Disney …

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Storytime: The Very Hungry Caterpillar and I Am Ruby Bridges 15:36

6M ago15:36

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Story 1: Tells us about a little caterpillar that eats through each day of the week, finally getting to the point of being a small caterpillar to a BIG caterpillar. He builds a cocoon and after some time, emerges but he's changed into a WHOLE new insect. . . A BUTTERFLY 🦋!!!Story 2: Tells us about young Ruby Bridges, and her journey through school …

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7 Days To Drink Less

6M ago

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Whether you want to drink less for mental or physical reasons, we're talking about how to do it today with Georgia Foster. She is a world-leading therapist as well as a hypnotherapist, specializing in alcohol reduction. Georgia joins us from Australia to talk about the difference between quitting drinking and drinking less, why we become addicted t…

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Sharkboy and Lavagirl (2005) - Dream Dream Dream Dream (Dream Dream) 42:34

6M ago42:34

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Sharkboy and Lavagirl (2005), otherwise known as The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl in 3-D (2005), is the last film in our Childhood Fever Dream Month II: The Siblings Strike Back. It's been a fun dive into the very early 2000s, but all good things must come to an end. Will we be able to bore Calum to tears yet again? Here's hoping. Watching a…

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Storytime: The Couch Potato 🥔 and The Crayons Go Back To School 🏫 13:22

6M ago13:22

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The Couch Potato 🥔 is about a potato that only likes to be comfy, cozy on his couch with ALL of his conviences within reach until the power goes out and he then begins to explore the world outside. The Crayons Go Back to School tells us about The Crayons last days of summer and how they get prepared to return to school!!!…

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Unfunc Your Gut & Boost Your Immune System

6M ago

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Fast forward to today and science is proving this to be true. Our gut health might be to blame for many chronic diseases, such as depression, obesity, autoimmune disease, autism, and even cancer. This is the foundation of Dr. Peter Kozlowski's practice as well. He is a family medicine residency graduate who has devoted his career to helping uncover…

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