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Kinetic Conversations with the Fort Wayne Ballet is an interview format podcast produced by and for the Fort Wayne Ballet and the Auer Academy. Join us as we discuss the art and history of dance, and the ins and outs of growing a professional ballet company. Kinetic Conversations is hosted by Jim Sparrow and Karen Gibbons-Brown. The show is co-produced by John Dawkins and Wayneshout Productions. Original theme music is by John Dawkins. For more about this podcast, visit fortwayneballet.org a ...
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Exploring Music History with Professor Robert Greenberg one Monday at a time. Every Monday Robert Greenberg explores some timely, perhaps intriguing and even, if we are lucky, salacious chunk of musical information relevant to that date, or to … whatever. If on (rare) occasion these features appear a tad irreverent, well, that’s okay: we would do well to remember that cultural icons do not create and make music but rather, people do, and people can do and say the darndest things.
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Myths in Movies

Erin and Sarah

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Join friends Erin and Sarah as they explore some of the best myths and legends featured in film and television. We’ll discover how those tall tales turned into legendary monsters or beloved heroes. When we're not covering monsters and things that go bump in the night, we'll analyze some of our favorite movies and discover their surprising links to mythology, ancient and modern alike. Join us!
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KUOW Newsroom

KUOW News and Information

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Catch up on the local headlines of the day with the "KUOW Newsroom" podcast. One podcast feed, all the great local reporting you expect from KUOW and NPR. Headline summaries posted every weekday around 5 p.m. Special features and interviews posted throughout the day. We're trying out some new formats on this feed. Let us know what you think at newsroom@kuow.org.
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For decades, Erin Davis helped radio listeners wake up and start their day as the host of the popular morning show on 98.1 CHFI Toronto. Now, her dream is to comfort listeners as they drift off to sleep. Seems only right, yes? Drift is that special and sacred place where you can truly relax and be at one with both your pillow and your imagination. Each Drift story begins with a few moments of relaxation and breathing. Then, when the magic of the story has been woven into your sleepy soul, a ...
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Voices of Inspiration is a podcast that brings together a diverse group of individuals from around the world to share their stories of inspiration and perseverance. Hosted by Amelia Old, a seasoned professional in the television and film industry, the show offers a unique and engaging perspective on the human experience.With a focus on travel, the guests of Voices of Inspiration come from a variety of backgrounds and share their personal experiences, challenges, and achievements. Each episod ...
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A weekly podcast for keen Bream anglers who like to catch Bream on lures, especially within a competition setting. Each week we will talk with successful bream fishermen and woman who have achieved excellent results in the art of catching bream on lures. We will be covering tips and tricks that will help you to catch more bream on lures around the country.
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San Francisco Ballet - To The Pointe

San Francisco Ballet Association

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Need something to listen to on your way to the theater? Join Jennie Scholick, PhD as she hosts To the Pointe, for an in-depth but light-hearted exploration of an upcoming performance. Learn what to look for, what’s important, and what you need to know to get the most out of your experience.
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Off Exhibit at The Maryland Zoo

Off Exhibit at The Maryland Zoo

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Go behind-the-scenes with animal professionals and experts at The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore. Join in-depth discussions about wildlife, endangered species and conservation. From mammals to reptiles to birds, learn more about your favorite animals and what the Zoo is doing off exhibit to help protect them.
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Welcome weary travelers, to The Inn Between, where the trees are green, the rooms are cozy, and the guests are a little bit strange. Join Gabriela Jones, a recent botany undergrad who takes a job as Innkeeper near the rural town of Shearwater. There are three rules: ∙ Keep out of the study ∙ Always trust the cat ∙ Never ever disturb the guests Created by Bailey Loveless
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Open Mike

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Mike Sheahan, one of the AFL's most respected journalists, hosts Open Mike on Fox Footy, an insightful TV interview series featuring some of the greats of the game and providing viewers with the most in-depth and illuminating footy discussions. The show also works perfectly as an audio product for those catching up on their commute.
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Sean Moncrieff and guests cover what's hot and what's not on the radio. Listen and subscribe to TV on the Radio on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App. You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, host Amelia Old chats with Krissy Milan (Tourism Manager) and Colette Daniels (Tourism Development Coordinator) about Swan Lake Iris Gardens in Sumter, South Carolina. Swan Lake Iris Gardens , established in 1927, began as a private pond however, a twist of fate turned this into a haven for Japanese Irises, …
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Join me for a heartwarming story of a statue and his swallow companion. It's about selflessness, sacrifice and true friendship; a lovely tale by Oscar Wilde that begins with a gentle relaxation together, and ends with soothing waves as you Drift to sleep. Free thanks to enVypillow.com and SierraSil.com. Drift is free, thanks to our wonderful sponso…
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🎣 Welcome to "The Bream Fishing Project" podcast, where we immerse ourselves in the world of competitive angling, specifically exploring the Queensland Team Series Tweed River Round! In this episode, we embark on a journey alongside skilled anglers such as Bernard Kong, a seasoned angler whose strategic prowess earned him a commendable 5th place fi…
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World Cocktail Day! Whoever wrote the copy for this notice was clearly well into their third, perhaps fourth cocktail We recognize May 13th as being, among other “days” here in the United States, National Frog Jumping Day, Leprechaun Day, International Hummus Day, National Crouton Day, and – wait for it – World Cocktail Day! National Days, Weeks, a…
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Each day in Burien seems to bring a new uproar between city officials and the King County Sheriff’s Office over the city’s camping ban. Meanwhile, people await an upcoming U.S. Supreme Court ruling on whether camping bans violate the Eighth Amendment’s prohibition of cruel and unusual punishment when they don’t come with offers of available shelter…
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Send us a Text Message. Join Amelia Old, Darrell Gaither, and Lori Setzer as they celebrate the 40th anniversary of South Carolina's state dance at the North Myrtle Beach Area Historical Museum. Darrell and Lori share their journey from shagging novice to seasoned instructors and competitors, offering a glimpse into the rich history and culture of …
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In this purr-fectly charming Edith Nesbit tale, a poor blacksmith's family contends with a fiery dungeon guest. With the aid of village children, they bring peace, change and a new take on your family pet. Listen free thanks to our friends at enVypillow.com and SierraSil.com. Drift is free, thanks to our wonderful sponsors: enVy Pillow and SierraSi…
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Welcome to The Bream Fishing Project Podcast! In Episode 70, we dive into the action-packed Derwent River round of the ABT Bream Series. First up, we chat with non-boater Evan Leonard, who impressed with his second-place finish by adapting his tackle and techniques to reel in some big catches using hard body lures and soft plastics. Next, we hear f…
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We mark the public release, on May 6, 2015 – nine years ago today – of a scientific/statistical study published by The Royal Society Open Science Journal, a study entitled “The Evolution of Western Pop Music: USA (1960-2010).” Royal Society Open Science Scoff not, my friends: this was, in fact, a high-end study conducted (and written up) by four hi…
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Send us a Text Message. Step into the heart of Winna's Kitchen with Amelia Old as she sits down with Chef Jess Sagun. In this episode, Jess shares the personal journey behind Winna's Kitchen, a place where community, comfort, and cuisine intertwine. Jess opens up about her path, filled with moments of sorrow and triumph, and how these experiences h…
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This tale is one that is in no way based in science or fact, but instead one that has been passed on through the generations as somewhat of a cautionary tale, and one where the little guy wins. We'll have a brief meditation and relaxation, then our salty story and waves from the sea to help you float off to sleep. Free, thanks to our friends at enV…
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🎣 Get ready for an action-packed episode of The Bream Fishing Project Podcast! Join us as we sit down with five accomplished anglers who battled it out in a recent competition filled with monstrous catches and thrilling moments. 🥈 Our journey begins with Colin Bryant, who secured an impressive second place among the non-boaters. Colin shares the st…
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John Wayne as Genghis Kahn (1956); not one of his finest cinematic moments We mark the birth of The Duke on April 29, 1899 – 125 years ago today – in Washington D.C. By “The Duke,” we are not here referring to the actor John Wayne (who was born on May 26, 1907, in Winterset, Iowa), but rather, Edward Kennedy “Duke” Ellington, one of the greatest so…
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There once was a young man who listened to the dying wishes of his father. In return he was visited by a strange guest who repaid loyalty with some astonishing magic. Enjoy this Jewish Fairy Tale by Gertrude Landa, who also went by the name Aunt Naomi. Free, thanks to our friends at enVypillow.com and SierraSil.com. Drift is free, thanks to our won…
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We depart from the norm with this duo from a favourite author, Hans Christian Andersen: The Leap Frog (about an amphibian who enters a competition to win a princess's hand) and A Little Match Girl, a sad but sweet tale that has stood the test of time. Enjoy a short session of breathing and relaxing, the two stories and then gentle waves as you drif…
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I am writing this post from my hotel room in what is presently (but sadly, not for long) warm and sunny Vienna. As I mentioned last week, I will be here for eight days acting as “color commentator” for a musical tour of the city sponsored by Wondrium (a.k.a. The Teaching Company/The Great Courses). I also indicated, one, that I would keep you up-to…
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In our final Romeo & Juliet podcast, Jim Sparrow sits down with our own Romeo and Juliet, as Thomas Caleb Roberts and Brittany Focht tell us of their individual journeys in developing their characters for the stage. Along the way, we discuss a dancer’s quest to maintain good physical and mental health and the joys of performing with a live orchestr…
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Send us a Text Message. Dr. Benjamin E. Mays is a towering figure in the history of the civil rights movement in America. His story, a testament to the human spirit's resilience and capacity for greatness, serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration for generations. Born in the waning days of slavery, Dr. Mays emerged from the humble beginnings of a…
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A queen wishes for a baby but when it turns out to be a girl, the king (who's a mad magician) loses it, banishes the girl for being sassy and makes sure no one can get to her because of nasty whirlpools. But if you know fairy tales, you can bet one clever sailor/suitor in a suitable sailor suit – say that three times fast - will not give up! Free, …
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Anton Diabelli (1781-1858) We mark the death on April 8, 1858 – 166 years ago today – of the Austrian composer, editor, and music publisher Anton Diabelli in Vienna, at the age of 76. Born on September 5, 1781, his enduring fame is based on a waltz of his composition that became the basis for Beethoven’s epic Diabelli Variations for piano. Quick Wo…
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In part two of our discussion of Fort Wayne Ballet’s upcoming production of Romeo & Juliet, Jim Sparrow sits down with two former Romeos to discuss what is often thought of as a “man’s ballet.” Choreographers Robert La Fosse and David Ingram break down strenuous male roles that include multiple pas de deux and sword fighting. Meanwhile, Jim continu…
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A 13-year-old girl witnesses an upright wolf on Old 2 Road in Watersmeet, Michigan in 1999. Special thanks to Casey for sharing her experience. Picture of Booker our new dog mascot. Alec found him, and Keith (from episode 2 of Matchbook Flashback) adopted him. Thank you Keith! Link to “The Legend” Song by Steve Cook https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=…
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From Wizard of Oz author L. Frank Baum comes this charming tale of an old sailor and his young female friend who find themselves leaping past their fears and swimming with mermaids. Join me for a short relaxation followed by this gentle and beautiful story, as you're played off to sleep by (quite fittingly) soothing waves. Free, thanks to our frien…
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Bob Dylan (born 1941) in 2017 On April 1, 2017 – 7 years ago today – Bob Dylan (born Robert Allen Zimmerman, 1941) was awarded his Nobel Prize in Literature in a private ceremony held at an undisclosed location in Stockholm, Sweden. At the ceremony, Dylan received his gold Nobel Prize medal and his Nobel diploma. The cash prize of eight million Swe…
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