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Commentaries, geek-outs and interviews hailing the delights of THE GOODIES (1970 - 1982) plus other works by birder BILL ODDIE, slapstick genius GRAEME GARDEN and teapot TIM BROOKE-TAYLOR.
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Slappin' Bird

Slappin’ Bird, Pushin’ Rope

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Sometimes three, sometimes five best pals and their exquisitely-built equine assistants sometimes get their hands on working audio recording equipment and a stolen WiFi connection in their squatters dungeon. We will declare Jihad on the Blue Man Group.
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Funkmouf Brown

Funkmouf Brown

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CRAPcast* delivery of adventure, funky jams and comedy rock slapstick from the bowels of the most dysfunctional funk rock band ever to pretend to be superheroes. Music, monsters and mayhem with a pinch of geek chic to soothe the funky beast in you. *Comedic Reality Audio Podcast, not responsible for intense feelings of negativity, positivity or your slowly intensifying dissatisfaction with your life choices.
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Inspired by Douglas Adams A heartwarming funny adventure The Year is 3000 The world changed when we discovered potential life on a nearby star. The world united- formed the Union, 4 quadrants. North, East, South, and West. A fleet of spaceships were built to both explore the solar system and to travel to Proxima B. Join Diego on a quest he never intended and actively sought out to avoid. https://www.patreon.com/Wildoskistudios *Bad jokes. *Slapstick comedy. *Silly fun. *Adventure. *Dark Come ...
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Duke Leverage w/ Friends. Conversations with knuckle draggers, lollygaggers, survivors, revolutionaries, dignitaries, visionaries, scofflaws, outlaws, historians, minorities, loners, stoners, moaners and groaners. We appreciate all the love and support we've received. Please spam our work till it gets you excommunicated from your parish, fired from work and banned from all family events. Head over to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/trainspotters to chuck in a couple bucks and keep the line aliv ...
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Tales of Bedlam

Dustin (Sofa Sitter) and Micah (Knob Twister)

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Hello, I'm Micah (Knob Twister), a host from the podcast you're about to fill your ear holes with. My co-host Dustin (Sofa Sitter) and I research, read, and discuss fairy tales worldwide. The episodes are 60% fun, 10% educational, and 37% crazy. But, alas, all good things do end, and Tales of Bedlam disappeared for a few years. We are replaying all old episodes through June 2024. Come July 2024, we will release new and never-before-heard episodes. Enjoy the show.
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So hair is sprouting in unspeakable places and you can no longer carry a tune, but if you’re a surrealistic artiste with an addiction to Freudian mythology and guilt-free sex, turning into a monkey has its upsides. Nick Motbot may be evolving as a novelist, but his friends aren’t too sure about his DNA — at least, not since Gargantuan Enterprises started experimenting with it. And once they figure out what’s happening to him, they decide to set things right. MARVELLOUS HAIRY is a satirical n ...
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Chuck Mitchell thought he had everything -a high powered job, a beautiful girlfriend, an exclusive condo on the Toronto waterfront, but the death of his long-lost father plunges him in to a world he never knew existed. The world of White Trash Land.After inheriting a trailer park, Chuck's normally staid life is suddenly filled with an ex-wrestler lawyer, an obsessed Reverend who covets the land the trailer park sits on, a band of Promised Ones who set out to appropriate the park by any means ...
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Jim Krenn brings his 40 years of standup comedy and radio to the podcast world in Jim Krenn: No Restrictions. Find out what happens when you take the restraints off a comic radio personality that’s always been asked to deliver within the rules. Each podcast features special guests and the occasional live audience, making it not just a show but a party — one you won’t want to miss! Tune In!
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Fingers on Buzzers is brought to you by comedian and keen amateur quizzer Lucy Porter, alongside The Chase's very own Jenny Ryan. Whether you’re a Pointless armchair aficionado, nostalgic for the days of Going for Gold, or a bona fide Mastermind, this is the podcast for you. Jenny and Lucy speak to a host of people who work behind the scenes of our favourite TV quiz shows, including James Harkin (QI), Roger Tilling (the ‘Voice’ of University Challenge) and Jenny Hawker (Only Connect); plus w ...
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Sixty-three essays on a variety of topics as wide apart as Family Life in America, Opera Synopses, Bigamy, International Finance and many more, Love Conquers All by Robert Benchley strangely enough does not touch upon romance at all! However, these delightful notes provide hours of browsing pleasure for young and old readers alike. Robert Benchley was a well-known humorist and newspaper columnist, radio and television presenter, actor, scriptwriter and broadcaster. He is also credited with c ...
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A former BBC telecaster volunteered to read this hilarious, absurdist comedy novel written by a mysterious unknown author. We are releasing this gem of a novel Mortimer in the style of a radio serial (28 episodes!). Set in the 1920s, Mortimer Ascariot, an elephantine misanthrope who builds bottle boats, takes meticulous care of his lapel, and dallies on the fringe of reality and fantasy. The novel is set in a pretty little port called Georgetown, South Carolina at the start of the prohibitio ...
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Book Shambles

The Cosmic Shambles Network

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Using books as a jumping off point, hosts Josie Long and Robin Ince and a different special guest each week, dive into interesting, passionate and shambolic discussions. Part of the Cosmic Shambles Network.
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With the A Year in Film podcast, rewind and unwind with some of the biggest moments in movie history. Join experts from Hollywood Suite’s A Year in Film TV series — Becky Shrimpton, Alicia Fletcher and Cameron Maitland — as they make like Marty McFly and turn back time to revisit a different era of film, tracking the top trends and forgotten milestones that defined each year and continue to influence us to this very day. A Year in Film podcast is hosted by Becky Shrimpton, and produced by Be ...
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Panelists:DimConAndrewGeorge Talking Points:The Three StoogesUnderstanding AI in MusicKISS socksGoing out in the 80s against the cost of living in 2024#80s #hiphop #clubbing #nightclubs #inflation #dopfunk #2pac #AI #music #thethreestooges #melbourne #social #trainspotterspodcast #spotify #trainspotting #podcast #itunespodcast #soundcloud #melbourn…
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Send us a Text Message. What happens when a quarrelsome peasant invites guests to slap and beat them for not following his bizarre house rules? Join us on "Tales of Bedlam" as we explore Slavic folklore with the hilarious and peculiar story of "Quarrelsome Demyan." We recount the tale of Demyan Ilyich, whose domineering nature takes a wild turn whe…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered what lengths someone might go to for the illusion of youth? Prepare yourself for a spine-tingling journey through "Spooky Tales of Bedlam" as we kick off our October spooktacular event with a bone-chilling Italian story titled "The Flayed Old Woman." Follow the eerie tale of two elderly sisters and the…
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Panelists: Dim Con Andrew George Talking Points: What artists created the most hysteria? Replacing the heart of a band Jon Bonjovi joins a cover band Destroying wedding photos in spite Wedding numbers and acceptable gifts BYO functions Tipping in the 2020s If you think you have a story to share or want to find a safespace to argue the pointless and…
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Helloooo! Lucy and Jen decided to pop in to see us, as excitement is ramping up for their first ever appearance in Jenny's homeland of BOLTON! What better way to celebrate opening the Bolton Comedy Festival, than to record a special, bonus ep all about the town that has given us the likes of, Vernon Kay, Johnny Ball and Sarah Cox? The gals will be …
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Send us a Text Message. Can a mystical creature's song lead you to your doom? In this episode, Andrea joins Knob Twister as a special guest to explore the shadowy depths of Slavic folklore. We unravel the spine-tingling poem "The Rusalka" by Alexander Pushkin, where a hapless friar falls prey to the enchanting but deadly Rusalka. Listen along as we…
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Panelists: Dim Con Andrew George Talking Points: Which 80s music did you identify with? The peak Decade Likeness rights Sports Atheism Wrestling Theatre The Effect of the Electric Boogaloo #80s #70s #disco #funk #wwe #aew #wwf #wcw #breakdancing #bboys #hiphop #clubbing #nightclubs #inflation #dopfunk #2pac #AI #music #thethreestooges #melbourne #s…
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Send us a Text Message. What happens when a vengeful magician, a ritual knife, and an unfortunate peasant collide in a tale of whimsy and darkness? Tune in to hear the harrowing yet captivating story of a young peasant cursed to be swept away by the wind for seven long years. Laugh with us as we sprinkle humor throughout the grim ordeal, sharing fu…
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Send us a Text Message. What would you do if a whirlwind demon wreaked havoc on your barn? Join us as we laugh our way through the wild and whimsical Slavic tale of a brave peasant armed with nothing but a consecrated knife and a list of outrageous demands. The demon surprisingly complies, from fixing his barn to filling his potato hole with gold, …
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered how to handle a spouse who loves to defy every request? Join us as Sofa Sitter and Knob Twister unravel the hilariously dark tale of "The Bad Wife." From refusing to make pancakes to insisting on hard labor, this episode captures the tumultuous relationship between a husband and his obstinate wife. As …
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Send us a Text Message. Could "Ring Around the Rosie" be a grim reminder of the 1665 plague, or is it just a playful children's rhyme with no dark undertones? Join me, Knob Twister, and my co-host, Sofa Sitter, as we unravel the tangled web of history, folklore, and linguistic twists behind this famous nursery rhyme. We challenge the widely accepte…
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Panelists:DimRobert Talking Points:International fingers in piesChasing passionGoals and expectationsThe Robot mentalityFinding purpose in the pursuit of happinessIf you think you have a story to share or want to find a safespace to argue the pointless and the poignant, drop us a line at therealdukeleverage@gmail.com or DM us on the social media fe…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wonder about Humpty Dumpty's true origins? This episode of Tales of Bedlam promises a whimsical exploration as we journey through the mysterious and multifaceted history of the classic nursery rhyme. From its possible roots as a 17th-century cannon in Colchester to its portrayal as a riddle, we unpack the intriguing int…
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Panelists:DimRobert Talking Points:Persians in Melbourne - Beyond DNABusiness Psychology and StartupFamily survivalControlling massesShifting governmentsIf you think you have a story to share or want to find a safespace to argue the pointless and the poignant, drop us a line at therealdukeleverage@gmail.com or DM us on the social media feeds. We're…
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Send us a Text Message. Can you handle the chilling tales of Japan's most enigmatic spirits? Brace yourself for an episode filled with spine-tingling encounters and hauntingly beautiful folklore as we unravel the stories of "The Cold Lady" or Yuki Onna, the Snow Woman. Picture an old man and a young man lost in a snowstorm, seeking shelter in a des…
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Send us a Text Message. Imagine the hilarity that ensues when a farmer decides to make badger soup but ends up in a chaotic battle of wits? Join us for this classic Japanese fairy tale, "The Farmer and the Badger." A farmer plagued by a mischievous badger whose shenanigans threaten the farmer's livelihood. When the farmer thinks he has the upper ha…
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Panelists:DimRobertTalking Points:How are Australians luckyThe world left behindFinishing uni and taking new steps in businessProperty and Corruption in IranReturning home - Bought and Sold in the name of religionPolitical slavery & Social SlaveryRebooting, Real estate and Penny Stocks#iran #mysticism #politics #dubai #realestate #sufism #history #…
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Panelists:DimRobert Talking Points:Mysticism & MeditationIran 1979 - Growing Up during the RevolutionDismantling the factions within IranA social shift - Revolution is on the cardsPlato, Socrates, Pythagoras Aristocracy, Democracy, Oligarchy, DictatorshipBusiness in Iran - Building an EmpireLanding in Australia - PHD's, PT'ing and Engineering#iran …
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how a tale as old as time could still tickle your funny bone? Strap in for a whimsical ride with us, your hosts Micah and Dustin, as we unravel the timeless story of "Little Red Cap." We're not just rehashing the same old fairy tale; be prepared to chuckle at the logic (or lack thereof) we dissect, and the down…
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Send us a Text Message. Prepare to crack a smile as we embark on a journey through the heartwarming world of Slavic and Russian fairy tales! This week, we'll reveal how the power of laughter and the art of storytelling is not just for children's bedtime—their magic can illuminate even the dullest of adult days. Our narrative features "The Laughing …
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how a simple nut could lead to a catastrophic butterfly effect, especially when stirred up by the morbidly amusing Mr. Death Hades? Join us, your incorrigible hosts Micah and Dustin, as we unravel a Brothers Grimm yarn that might teach you the darkly humorous side of sharing. This week on Tales of Bedlam, we ta…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered about the hilariously grim consequences of children with just one eye playing hockey? Strap in as Micah and Knob Twister whisk you away to the whimsical yet bizarre world of 'Tales of Bedlam,' where we unravel the Canadian fairy tale that does exactly that. Revel in the misadventures of unsupervised siblings, a…
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Send us a Text Message. Step into the whimsical world of Amelia Brown, whose fairy-tale ingenuity weaves modern philosophy with the nostalgia of coming-of-age classics. Our chat bubbles with anecdotes and laughter as Amelia debunks the quirky myth surrounding her Friendly Ogre tale—sorry, Grandpa! Together, we explore the rich tapestry of her stori…
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Send us a Text Message. Prepare to laugh with us, Micah and Dustin, as we take you through an absurdly hilarious rendition of the Brothers Grimm’s "Dr. Know-All." Our latest podcast episode delves into the comically fortunate life of Crabb, a peasant who stumbles his way into a reputation for wisdom that far exceeds his simple intentions. From buyi…
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Panelists: Dim Jon Andy Talking Points: Carlos Kaiser Jake Paul v Mike Tyson HDMI patents Urban tanks in Melbourne Google Drive Picturing Earth 2125 Neuralink If you think you have a story to share or want to find a safespace to argue the pointless and the poignant, drop us a line at therealdukeleverage@gmail.com or DM us on the social media feeds.…
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Send us a Text Message. Discover the charm of kindness and the enigma of its rewards as we take a light-hearted yet insightful look at "The Star Money," a tale of selflessness from the enchanting world of Grimm's Fairy Tales. Our latest episode, sparked by the whimsy of Siri's random selection, brings you along on a storytelling adventure that teet…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever cursed in frustration and wished you could take it back? Imagine if that fleeting irritation turned your kids into birds! Join us, Micah and Dustin, as we frolic through the fantastical misadventures of "The Seven Ravens." We can't help but chuckle at a father's impetuous wish and its unexpected consequences, a…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered how a brewing session in an eggshell could spiral into a household calamity? Strap in for an uproarious fairy tale journey with your jesters of joviality, Micah and Dustin, as we serve up a side-splitting rendition of "The Louse and the Flea." Amidst the chaos of talking doors, grieving insects, and a …
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Panelists: Dim Jon Andy Talking Points: new tv series on Jon's radar normalizing $50 mains at restaurants Nathan Buckley and his trophies Sports that women dominate in Patricio Manuel Chinese swimmers and doping Removing weight markers and skin fold tests from football Applying to the police force Investigating the need for organized taxes Mosab Ha…
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Send us a Text Message. Embark on an enchanted adventure with us as we explore the whimsical tales spun by UK's very own Amelia Brown. Our latest episode wanders through the captivating narrative of "The Friendly Ogre," where we join young John and Penn in their unexpected encounter with the titular character. Amelia's transition from a humor colum…
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Send us a Text Message. We're over the moon to introduce Amelia Brown a humorist and weaver of fairy tales, fresh off her semi-retirement from academia, who joins us in a celebration of storytelling that's sure to enchant. Our bonus episode is a lovely tale, and we simply can't wait to share her voice with you. Snuggle in as we breathe life into "T…
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Send us a Text Message. Prepare to be whisked away into a realm where myths dance with morality as we crack open the curious case of "The Seven-Headed Serpent," a Greek tale. Embark on a narrative sea voyage with us across a Greek seascape with lions and mystic gardens—a setting as rich and unpredictable as the stories themselves. We'll side-eye th…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wonder what a mischievous ass can teach you about life's deepest lessons? Join us, Micah and Dustin, as we chuckle and learn through the surprisingly profound world of Aesop's Fables. We kick off with the tale of "The Ass and the Lap Dog," proving that sometimes laughter is the best teacher. Our journey doesn't stop the…
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Send us a Text Message. Imagine sitting around a campfire, trading the spookiest stories you know—except this one's true, and it's got a twist that will make you squirm and chuckle. Join Micah, Dustin, and our better halves, the delightful Sandy and Andrea, as we recount the jaw-dropping escapades of "The Man-Eating Wife, the Little Old Woman and t…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever struck a deal that seemed too good to be true? That's the intriguing premise we explore in Tales of Bedlam. We're not alone in this endeavor; our wives join the fray, stepping out of their comfort zones to bring a touch of class to the Grimm's fairy tale "The Three Journeymen." Together, we navigate a narrative…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wonder if Destiny has a wicked sense of humor? Prepare to be engulfed in Egyptian folklore's whimsical embrace as we unravel "The Prince and the Three Fates." With more twists than a desert serpent, this tale follows a king's futile attempt to shield his son from fairy-prophesied doom. You'll be in stitches as we dissec…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered what wisdom lies hidden within the animal characters of Northern Native American folklore? Buckle up for a whimsical romp through the story of " Owl with the Great Head and Eyes," where we unpack the humanlike antics of a crafty Rabbit and a love-struck Wolf. Our narrative adventure showcases the vibrant role a…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered what it takes to woo a woman who knows her worth? Tag along with Micah and Dustin as they introduce you to a tale steeped in Northern Native American folklore, "A Woman in Search of a Mate." Our intrepid heroine sets off on a quest for love that's as much about her high standards as it is about finding a partne…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered who'd win in a game of wits between a man and the embodiment of Death? Strap in for a gripping tale of "Godfather Death," where we unravel the story of a physician daring enough to cheat his godfather—Death himself. Our discussion waltzes through the historical significance of godparents and delves int…
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"The deaths of 26 women in the first 114 days of 2024 is equivalent to one every 4.38 days, which the prime minister has described as a crisis."Panelists: DimTalking Points: Domestic violence in AustraliaMy experiencesIf you think you have a story to share or want to find a safespace to argue the pointless and the poignant, drop us a line at therea…
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Panelists: Dim Jon Andy Talking Points: Socially constructed guidelines for food/Cereal at night Cheap cuts of meat Arj Barker and the screaming baby Women breastfeeding toy babies to beat an instragram filter Rozz Switzer Big Vincenz and the algorithm of garbage Fighting boredom #arjbarker #susu #bigvincenz #viral #reel #rozzswitzer #dv #comedy #c…
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Panelists: Dim Aws Talking Points: Rabbithole of existential existence Can laziness be ambition? Burdens of society within our tribes Working as a sound guy Throwback songs from high school Guitar world and musical timeline Aussie culture - the lucky isle If you think you have a story to share or want to find a safespace to argue the pointless and …
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Panelists: Dim Aws Talking Points: Every generation is the last generation Seeking survival Care on a global level Excessive sick days and extinction events Egyptian appreciation Avenues to happiness From Saddam to S.E. Melbourne - Leaving Baghdad If you think you have a story to share or want to find a safespace to argue the pointless and the poig…
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Panelists:DimAws Talking Points:Why Aws doesn't complain about anything or cares to be understoodPerspective, Life satisfaction and Objective truthsHuman beings aren't designed to care on a global scaleWhen does being a good samaritan become untenableDefining the 'tribe'Are you affected by 'Wog guilt'Human shortsightedness and survival chainsEscapi…
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Panelists:DimAws Talking Points:Baby's first Vape - Abandoning the ShishaSavouring the favouritesThe CenturionCrumbing chickenEthnic longevityMultipurpose rooms and applied music theoryIf you think you have a story to share or want to find a safespace to argue the pointless and the poignant, drop us a line at therealdukeleverage@gmail.com or DM us …
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Panelists: Dim Andy Jon Talking Points: Margarita Pizza Taboos Substituting ingredients in classic dishes Tiptoeing around gut-rot Liam Neeson's take on 'Naked Gun' #italian #cuisine #pizza #nakedgun #arkhamknight #recipes #foodies #news #hospitality #society #currentevents #melbourne #social #trainspotterspodcast #spotify #trainspotting #podcast #…
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