Best Tanka Podcasts (2024)

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CHANGEMAKERS 04 | Prof M Maslin, University College, London 23:12

5M ago23:12

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This week’s CHANGEMAKER is MARK MASLIN, Professor of Earth System Science at UNIVERSITY COLLEGE, LONDON, and author of HOW TO SAVE OUR PLANET: THE FACTS. With the world gathering in Dubai for the next round of the UN Climate Change Conference, COP 28 (30 November to 12 December 2023), Mark's book is a timely reminder that the situation is urgent: “…

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CHANGEMAKERS 03 | H Gavigan, 4 Day Week Global 16:21

5M ago16:21

16:21

This week’s CHANGEMAKER is HAZEL GAVIGAN, Director of Communications at 4 DAY WEEK GLOBAL, which is on a mission to create a million new years of free time globally.Join us to find out how you can work 80% of your week for 100% of your pay, and be happier, healthier and more productive into the bargain! And working a reduced hour week is not just g…

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CHANGEMAKERS 02 | J Smith, UN Environment Programme Finance Initiative 21:01

5M ago21:01

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This week’s CHANGEMAKER is JESSICA SMITH, Nature Lead at the UN ENVIRONMENT PROGRAMME FINANCE INITIATIVE (UNEP FI), based in Geneva. As Nature Lead, Jessica is involved in pioneering work to develop collaborative partnerships between the global financial sector and indigenous and local communities. We only have until 2030 to bring our societies bac…

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CHANGEMAKERS 01 | E Windemuth, WaterBear Network 16:37

6M ago16:37

16:37

Welcome to CHANGEMAKERS with Catriona Oliphant, a new podcast series brought to you by CHROMERADIO in collaboration with the MONTHLY BAROMETER. CHANGEMAKERS was inspired by a series of conversations I had this autumn at the MONTHLY BAROMETER’s SUMMIT OF MINDS in Chamonix. What struck me was how many people were involved in exciting ventures for bri…

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E101 Harley with Glenn 1:26:15

9M ago1:26:15

1:26:15

The new pup has just been delivered, but there's some cleaning up to do, and in the car as well. Join me in episode 101 as Glenn Cooke talks about his male rottie cross Harley Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on SoundwiseBy The Relaxed Dog

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E100 Tani with Lucy 50:38

11M ago50:38

50:38

Covid changed so many things, so like many others during that time Lucy, and her dad thought about getting a dog. One day a local friend invited them over.......... Join us in episode 100 as Lucy Bartholomew shares the life of her Kelpie/Lab/Rottie mix - Tarni Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on Soundwise…

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Trails Along the Pacific Rim 14:17

11M ago14:17

14:17

VIDEO EPISODE: A ginko walk with docents Art and Ann Muto along the coast of Point Lobos in Monterey, California. The video includes haiku by poets inspired by the journey on the trail and those who attended our virtual ginko at Haiku North America 2021.By Alan Pizzarelli / Donna Beaver

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E99 Ranger with Robyn 54:16

1y ago54:16

54:16

The new house being built interstate was almost ready, but there was still so much work to do before that. A new puppy wasn't being thought of....... then Robyn received a call from a friend. Join me in episode 99 as Robyn Bennett shares some stories about her male Labrador - Ranger. Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on Soundwise…

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E98 Boss with Jesi 55:33

1y ago55:33

55:33

Jesi needed a dog and wanted a rescue, so she began to visit the local groups to see what they had available. After several unsuccessful visits, one of them dropped into her place with a dusty, dirty pit mix. Being a groomer, Jesi just couldn't let it leave without a wash and groom. During that wash something happened and he stayed. Episode 98 Jesi…

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E97 Daisy with Brenda 53:26

1+ y ago53:26

53:26

Imagine relaxing on a quiet evening outside with the magical sounds of nature, ribbit, ribbit, ribbit,...................... gulp. Join us in episode 97 as Brenda Pearce tells us all about her female Jack Russell Terrier - Daisy Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on SoundwiseBy The Relaxed Dog

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E96 Rocky with Sue 1:06:50

1+ y ago1:06:50

1:06:50

The universe works in mysterious ways, and sometimes the first time is not the right time. But when it is the right time, it's forever. Join me in episode 96 with Sue London as she chats about her male Shih Tzu - Rocky Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on SoundwiseBy The Relaxed Dog

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E95 Sheba with Louise 57:15

1+ y ago57:15

57:15

Newlywed, new home, new life, and after a visit to a nearby Aunty........................ new dog. On the drive home, there was something on Louise's mind she couldn't quite put her finger on. Join me in episode 95 as Louise Harding tells us all about her Lurcher - Sheba Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on Soundwise…

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E94 Tanka with Julie 1:07:20

2y ago1:07:20

1:07:20

Julie hadn't seen her life-long friend for a while and she finally went for a visit she was also introduced to her friends Rottweiler. After a quick introduction, it didn't take long for Julie to realize what breed she wanted when she was able to get a dog of her own. Join me in episode 94 as Julie Slone tells us all about her male Rottweiler - Tan…

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GURKHA VOICES FROM THE FALKLANDS 06 | Lieutenant Rabin Kumar Rai 12:34

2y ago12:34

12:34

On 2 April 1982, ARGENTINA invaded and occupied the FALKLAND ISLANDS, a British Overseas Territory in the South Atlantic. So began the FALKLANDS WAR, which ended just over 10 weeks later, on 14 June 1982, when Argentinian forces surrendered to British troops at Stanley, the capital of the Falkland Islands.1/7 DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S OWN GURKHA RIFLES, …

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GURKHA VOICES FROM THE FALKLANDS 05 | 59831 Colour Sergeant Shibadhan Rai 12:17

2y ago12:17

12:17

On 2 April 1982, ARGENTINA invaded and occupied the FALKLAND ISLANDS, a British Overseas Territory in the South Atlantic. So began the FALKLANDS WAR, which ended just over 10 weeks later, on 14 June 1982, when Argentinian forces surrendered to British troops at Stanley, the capital of the Falkland Islands.1/7 DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S OWN GURKHA RIFLES, …

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GURKHA VOICES FROM THE FALKLANDS 04 | 61356 Warrant Officer Class 2 Debendra Gurung 12:41

2y ago12:41

12:41

On 2 April 1982, ARGENTINA invaded and occupied the FALKLAND ISLANDS, a British Overseas Territory in the South Atlantic. So began the FALKLANDS WAR, which ended just over 10 weeks later, on 14 June 1982, when Argentinian forces surrendered to British troops at Stanley, the capital of the Falkland Islands.1/7 DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S OWN GURKHA RIFLES, …

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GURKHA VOICES FROM THE FALKLANDS 03 | Lance Corporal Tanka Prasad Limbu 19:19

2y ago19:19

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On 2 April 1982, ARGENTINA invaded and occupied the FALKLAND ISLANDS, a British Overseas Territory in the South Atlantic. So began the FALKLANDS WAR, which ended just over 10 weeks later, on 14 June 1982, when Argentinian forces surrendered to British troops at Stanley, the capital of the Falkland Islands.1/7 DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S OWN GURKHA RIFLES, …

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GURKHA VOICES FROM THE FALKLANDS 02 | 63867 Corporal Dharma Raj Rai 8:27

2y ago8:27

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On 2 April 1982, ARGENTINA invaded and occupied the FALKLAND ISLANDS, a British Overseas Territory in the South Atlantic. So began the FALKLANDS WAR, which ended just over 10 weeks later, on 14 June 1982, when Argentinian forces surrendered to British troops at Stanley, the capital of the Falkland Islands.1/7 DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S OWN GURKHA RIFLES, …

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GURKHA VOICES FROM THE FALKLANDS 01 | Lieutenant Nabin Siwa 11:09

2y ago11:09

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On 2 April 1982, ARGENTINA invaded and occupied the FALKLAND ISLANDS, a British Overseas Territory in the South Atlantic. So began the FALKLANDS WAR, which ended just over 10 weeks later, on 14 June 1982, when Argentinian forces surrendered to British troops at Stanley, the capital of the Falkland Islands.1/7 DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S OWN GURKHA RIFLES, …

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FALKLANDS FORTY | Brigadier David Morgan, 1/7 DEO Gurkha Rifles 21:29

2y ago21:29

21:29

On 2 April 1982, ARGENTINA invaded and occupied the FALKLAND ISLANDS, a British Overseas Territory in the South Atlantic. So began the FALKLANDS WAR, which ended just over 10 weeks later, on 14 June 1982, when Argentinian forces surrendered to British troops at Stanley, the capital of the Falkland Islands.1/7 DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S OWN GURKHA RIFLES, …

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Afghan Dispatches 07 | Diva Patang 11:21

2y ago11:21

11:21

Welcome to AFGHAN DISPATCHES 07 with DIVA PATANG (https://twitter.com/DivaPatang?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor) and ChromeRadio's CATRIONA OLIPHANT (https://chromemedia.co.uk/).On 22 June 2022, eastern Afghanistan was hit by the deadliest earthquake in two decades. Already in the grips of a deepening humanitarian crisis, th…

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E93 Bardi with Kuti 1:01:11

2y ago1:01:11

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After a lot of research and some personal preference, Kuti knew what breed would blend in with his lifestyle. After some negotiation with his fiancee, he knew what they were getting, and after a friendly bet on the Super Bowl, they had a name. In episode 93 Kuti Mack shares stories about his French Bulldog - Bardi. Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on S…

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E92 Nala with Stephanie 58:23

2y ago58:23

58:23

You have a little dog, then you get a big dog, then you think about how to ensure that your big dog gets appropriate play, of course you get another big dog. Join me in episode 92 as Stephanie Zikmann talks about her Tibetan Mastiff - Nala Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on SoundwiseBy The Relaxed Dog

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#StandingWithUkraine | 01 Welcome to Berlin 20:44

2y ago20:44

20:44

Welcome to #STANDINGwithUKRAINE, a new podcast series from CHROMERADIO, with me Catriona Oliphant. Today, we are in BERLIN. On 24 February 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine. By the time I arrived in Berlin in late March, waves of refugees from Ukraine had been flooding into the city for some time. They found a warm welcome. Berliners had mobilised thems…

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E91 Bert with Martha 1:08:15

2y ago1:08:15

1:08:15

After having a few big dogs, Martha and Kevin wanted to try something small, so they got a Jack Russell, and Bert was small when they got him................ Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on SoundwiseBy The Relaxed Dog

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E90 Snowy with Parul 46:24

2y ago46:24

46:24

Snowy spent her first few years as a community dog in an apartment complex. Then one day she went up to the 8th floor to visit the people feeding her. In episode 90 Parul Sandu Verma tells us all about her mixed-breed - Snowy Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on SoundwiseBy The Relaxed Dog

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Afghan Dispatches 06 | Diva Patang 10:55

2y ago10:55

10:55

Welcome to AFGHAN DISPATCHES 06 with DIVA PATANG (twitter.com/DivaPatang?ref_src=…mp^serp|twgr^author) and ChromeRadio's CATRIONA OLIPHANT (https://chromemedia.co.uk/).Last week in Afghanistan, girls of secondary school age were getting ready to return to the classroom for the first time since the Taliban took over last August. But within hours of …

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E89 Rocky with Beth 53:42

2y ago53:42

53:42

Beth and Tom had just started seeing each other, so she had no problem agreeing to look after the 150lb dog when he had to make a short work trip. Then he mentioned she should look out for the UPS trucks............ In episode 89 Beth Miller tells us all about her male Great Pyrenees, Rocky Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on Soundwise…

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E88 Davinci with Anthony 49:16

2y ago49:16

49:16

His daughter said she was 'minding' the little dog, but shortly afterward work called her interstate. Find out what happened in episode 88 where Anthony Maroon talks about his Male Fox Terrier - Davinci Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on SoundwiseBy The Relaxed Dog

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E87 Ladybug with Narelle 1:18:59

2y ago1:18:59

1:18:59

The small box physically contained an 8 week old little back ball of fur, no one expected just how much zest for life came with the package. In episode 87 Narelle Cooke talks about her female French Bulldog - Ladybug Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on SoundwiseBy The Relaxed Dog

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E86 Luke with Steve 57:03

2y ago57:03

57:03

Steven knew the sort of canine companion he wanted and was prepared to wait. He had access to a large network of shelters/rescues across the US and was also prepared to travel for the right match, in the end, he didn't have far to go. Join us in episode 86 where Steven Kaufman tells us about his young male Australian Sheperd - Luke Subscribe to The…

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E85 Piper with Shawn 1:02:24

2y ago1:02:24

1:02:24

On the adoption list along with many others, Shawn and his family waited patiently, then came a last-minute call. Join us in episode 85 where Shawn Sobon tells us about his rescue mix - Piper and how she reshaped his running future. Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on SoundwiseBy The Relaxed Dog

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E84 Taz with Bobbie 51:35

2y ago51:35

51:35

Already returned to the shelter 3 times, labeled a dog with íssues', would it be 4 times lucky for this big, energetic pup? Bobbie thought so. In episode 84 Bobbie Abdallah talks about her male Yellow Labrador - Taz Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on SoundwiseBy The Relaxed Dog

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E83 Bobby with Priscilla 52:54

2y ago52:54

52:54

In a bygone era, things were a little different between dogs and humans. Join us in episode 83 where Priscilla Tang takes us back to her childhood memories and reminisces about her male mixed-breed Bobby Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on SoundwiseBy The Relaxed Dog

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Afghan Dispatches 05 | Hew Strachan 26:53

2y ago26:53

26:53

Welcome to AFGHAN DISPATCHES 05 with Professor Sir HEW STRACHAN, School of International Relations, UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS (https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/international-relations/people/shfas) and ChromeRadio's CATRIONA OLIPHANT (https://chromemedia.co.uk/).In this episode, HEW STRACHAN reflects on the fall of Afghanistan to the Taliban in August 2…

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E82 Marylin with Ciaran 1:27:32

2y ago1:27:32

1:27:32

A big dog with an aggression issue, four walls and a concrete floor is her environment, for how long? In episode 82 Ciaran Walsh tells us about Marylin, the female Saint Bernard. Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on SoundwiseBy The Relaxed Dog

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With a Song in My Heart - Leon Greenman | Ruth-Anne Lenga 37:46

2y ago37:46

37:46

For London-born AUSCHWITZ survivor LEON GREENMAN it was after the HOLOCAUST that he said his nightmare really began. Every day was an agonising struggle for survival.To mark HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY 2022, the UCL CENTRE FOR HOLOCAUST EDUCATION, has created a podcast reflecting on Leon’s life and work, and the daily trauma of his survival.Leon passed …

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With a Song in My Heart - Leon Greenman | Introduction - Prof Li Wei 2:40

2y ago2:40

2:40

PROFESSOR LI WEI, Director & Dean, IOE - UCL's Faculty of Education & Society, introduces a podcast celebrating the life and legacy of London-born AUSCHWITZ survivor LEON GREENMAN, created by the UCL CENTRE FOR HOLOCAUST EDUCATION to mark HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY 2022.MUSIC | "With A Song In My Heart", Rodgers/Hart, licensed courtesy of Warner Chappe…

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E81 Darling with Emily 57:40

2y ago57:40

57:40

Everyone needs some time off the job to chill (pun intended), be themselves, have some fun, and service dogs are no exception. Join us in episode 81 where Emily Trepanier talks about her female Labrador/Golden Retriever cross - Darling Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on SoundwiseBy The Relaxed Dog

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E80 Indigo with Michael 49:10

2+ y ago49:10

49:10

Episode 80 Michael Overlie talks about his female Belgian Shepard - Indigo Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on SoundwiseBy The Relaxed Dog

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E79 Merlin with Ashley 1:01:10

2+ y ago1:01:10

1:01:10

Episode 79 Ashley Leeds takes about his male labrador - Merlin Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on SoundwiseBy The Relaxed Dog

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E78 Sadie with Mindy 58:29

2+ y ago58:29

58:29

Episode 78 Mindy Dutka chats about her female double Doodle - Sadie Subscribe to The Relaxed Dog on SoundwiseBy The Relaxed Dog

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Afghan Dispatches 04 | Diva Patang 4:55

2+ y ago4:55

4:55

Welcome to AFGHAN DISPATCHES 04 with DIVA PATANG (twitter.com/DivaPatang?ref_src=…mp^serp|twgr^author) and ChromeRadio's CATRIONA OLIPHANT (https://chromemedia.co.uk/).It is now four months since Kabul fell to the Taliban. The fighting and the suicide bombings have diminished. But hunger now stalks the country. With jobs disappearing and salaries g…