Best Tristan Alexander Podcasts (2024)

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#84 How Westminster Works and Why It Doesn’t - Book Summary 2:33:25

3h ago2:33:25

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Welcome to another episode of Wise Words Book Summaries! Today, we’re dissecting How Westminster Works... And Why It Doesn’t by Ian Dunt—a revealing exposé on the dysfunction embedded in British politics and why our government seems rigged to fail. In this episode, you’ll uncover: 1. The Roots of Dysfunction 📉🕳️: Understand how short-term thinking …

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S5E12 Ragnar Lodbrok III: Aslaug's Ancestral Revelation and the "Betrayal" of King Eystein 1:13:36

3d ago1:13:36

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Shawn apologizes for his audio quality. He needed to switch to a headset last minute after already marking himself as using a speaker when he entered the recording room. He is an idiot. - Shawn In this episode, Shawn and David discuss chapters 9-11 of the "Saga of Ragnar Lodbrok". The duo discuss Ragnar playing politics with his vassals, specifical…

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S5E11 Why Study Norse Mythology and Archetypes of the Unconscious? 11:47

11d ago11:47

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This is a short episode where David talks about why a person might want to study Norse Mythology, Poetry, and Archetypes. My hope is that this episode would be a good introduction for anyone who is not already following Shawn and I on our 2 year journey of exploring the myths of the Norse Gods and the hero Sagas of the Volsung family and Ragnar Lot…

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#83 Magic Words - Book Summary 53:23

24d ago53:23

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Welcome to another episode of Wise Words Book Summaries! Today, we’re exploring "Magic Words" by Jonah Berger, a fascinating guide that delves into the power of language and how the right words can change minds, spark action, and influence outcomes. In this episode, you’ll learn: The Six Types of Magic Words 💬✨: Discover key phrases that activate i…

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S5E10 Ragnar Lodbrok II: The Farmer's Daughter and the Birth of Ivar the Boneless 1:03:18

1M ago1:03:18

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In this episode, Shawn and David discuss chapters 5-8 of "The Saga of Ragnar Lodbrok", which details a now adult Aslaug (still disguised as "Kraka", the daughter of a farmer) distracting the eyes of the men of Ragnar, then Ragnar himself. They further go into their marriage and the birth of a few of their sons, including Ivar the Boneless, Bjorn, H…

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#82 Exactly What to Say - Book Summary 58:31

1M ago58:31

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Welcome to another episode of Wise Words Book Summaries! Today, we're diving into Exactly What to Say by Phil M Jones, a powerful guide that shows you how using the right words at the right time can influence conversations and create impact. In this episode, you'll discover: The Magic Words of Influence 🗣️🔑: Learn specific phrases that can change t…

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S5E9 Tristan and Iseult: The Myth of Romantic Love (Solo Episode) 52:29

1M ago52:29

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S5E9 - Tristant and Iseult: The Myth of Romantic Love. David presents a story that is a long time in the works. It is the story of Tristan and Iseult. The first European Romance story. It is a story I needed to explain to connect the Saga of Sigurd and the Dragon, with the love triangle drama of Sigurd, Brunhilde, and Gudrun. This episode combines …

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#81 The Charisma Myth - Book Summary 1:25:11

2M ago1:25:11

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Welcome to another episode of Wise Words Book Summaries! Today, we're diving into "The Charisma Myth" by Olivia Fox Cabane, a groundbreaking book that reveals how anyone can master the art of charisma through practical techniques and mindset shifts. In this episode, you'll discover: The Science of Charisma 🧠✨: Learn how charisma isn’t an innate tra…

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Stromcast Ep 46 - Beating Death with Neil Andrews 1:05:02

2M ago1:05:02

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In this episode Rick sits down with 11x Mr Wales winner Neil Andrews. They talk about Neil's brush with death and how Bodybuilding kept him alive as well as all over things bodybuildingBy The Stromcast

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#80 Never Split the Difference - Book Summary 1:04:50

2M ago1:04:50

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Welcome to another episode of Wise Words Book Summaries! Today, we're breaking down "Never Split the Difference" by Chris Voss, a former FBI hostage negotiator who shares his expert strategies for winning negotiations in any scenario. In this episode, you'll discover: The Art of Tactical Empathy 🧠❤️: Learn how understanding emotions can transform y…

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Stromcast Ep 45 - Dan Hipkiss 1:12:09

2M ago1:12:09

1:12:09

In this episode Rick is joined by Dan Hipkiss, Coach to 3x world strongest man Tom Stoltman.By The Stromcast

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#79 Step by Step to Stand-Up Comedy - Book Summary 1:16:38

3M ago1:16:38

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Welcome to the ultimate book summary of 📚 "Step by Step to Stand-Up Comedy" by Greg Dean! 🎙️ Greg Dean is a trailblazer in comedy education. Forty years ago, he noticed a missing element in the industry: a foundational approach to teaching comedy. Motivated by his love for the craft, Greg shifted from his successful career to focus on teaching stan…

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#78 Say It Solve It - Book Summary 1:15:58

3M ago1:15:58

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🎧 Welcome back to Wise Words Book Summaries! 🎧 In this episode, we're diving into "Say It, Solve It" by Karl James. Here's what you'll learn: The 10 Elements of Impactful Conversations 🗣️💬: Discover the essential elements that make conversations meaningful and effective. Navigating Conversations Like a Pro 🧭🎯: Learn techniques to smoothly steer con…

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#77 Speak Like Churchill, Stand Like Lincoln Part 2 - Book Summary 53:42

3M ago53:42

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🎧 Welcome back to Wise Words Book Summaries! 🎧 Today, we're exploring Part 2 of "Speak Like Churchill, Stand Like Lincoln." Here's what you'll learn: Churchill's CREAM Framework 🖋️💬: Master the art of crafting memorable quotes using Churchill's CREAM framework. Sound Like a Famous Orator 🗣️📜: Discover a simple hack to turn your prose into poetic sp…

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Grapplecast Ep 4 - Grapplemax Review 32:08

3M ago32:08

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Tristan, Dave and Rick review Grapplemax and talk about Grapplemax 2.By The Stromcast

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#76 Speak Like Churchill, Stand Like Lincoln Part 1 - Book Summary 1:03:20

4M ago1:03:20

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🎧 Welcome to Wise Words Book Summaries! 🎧 In this episode, we're diving into Part 1 of "Speak Like Churchill, Stand Like Lincoln." Here's what you'll learn: 🗣️⏸️ The Power of Pausing: How strategic pauses can make your speech more impactful. 📊🎉 Making Statistics Engaging: Tips to present data in an interesting way. 🎩💼 Using Props for Presence: How …

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Stromcast Ep 44 - Alexander Clark from British Strength Magazine 43:03

4M ago43:03

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In this episode Rick sits down with Alexander Clark from British Strength Magazine to discuss the current state of British Powerlifting and all other things strength sport relatedBy The Stromcast

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S5E8 Ragnar Lodbrok I: King Ragnar and the Dragon 1:05:19

4M ago1:05:19

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Finally, Between Two Ravens starts their series on "The Saga of Ragnar Lodbrok" after only saying they were going to start it 8,000 times. In this episode, Shawn and David discuss chapters 1-4 of the saga, which details the journey of Heimir and a 3 year old Aslaug, escaping the the chaos that resulted in the death of her parents (Sigurd the Dragon…

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Stromcast Ep 43 - Gavin "The Bull" Bilton 53:28

4M ago53:28

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Rick sits down with 3x Wales Strongest Man & UK Strongest man Gavin "The Bull" Bilton. They talk about Gavin's time competing in Wales, Supplements and Guns.By The Stromcast

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#75 How to Have Impossible Conversations Part II - Book Summary 2:07:12

5M ago2:07:12

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🎧 Welcome back to Wise Words Book Summaries! 🎧 In Part 2 of our summary of "How to Have Impossible Conversations" by Peter Boghossian and James Lindsay, we cover: 🌟 Improve Your Interventions: Let Friends Be Wrong: Accept different beliefs. Build Golden Bridges: Create pathways to understanding. Use Effective Language: Connect with the right words.…

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Grapplecast Ep 3 with Tristan, Dave & Rick 43:52

5M ago43:52

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Episode 3 is almost like Episode 2 part 2.. The boys review the latest fight announcements, special guest updates and all the details leading up to the event!By The Stromcast

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#74 How to Have Impossible Conversations Part I - Book Summary 1:49:07

5M ago1:49:07

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🎧 Welcome to Wise Words Book Summaries! 🎧 In this episode, we're exploring Part 1 of "How to Have Impossible Conversations" by Peter Boghossian and James Lindsay. Here's what you'll learn: 🗣️ Navigating Tough Talks: Tips for handling difficult discussions in today's divided world. 📋 Seven Conversation Essentials: Goals, partnerships, rapport, liste…

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#73 Storyworthy - Book Summary 1:26:03

5M ago1:26:03

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🎧 Welcome to the Book Summary for "Storyworthy" by Matthew Dicks! 🎧 In this episode, we dive into advanced storytelling techniques to help you craft unforgettable stories. Here's what you'll learn: 🌟 Transformative Moments: Center your story around a life-changing five-second moment, ideally placed near the end. 🎬 Opposite Beginnings and Endings: S…

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#72 Better Small Talk - Book Summary 1:36:04

5M ago1:36:04

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This is the Ultimate Book Summary for "Better Small Talk" by Patrick King. In this episode, we dive into advanced communication skills, focusing on mastering the art of small talk. These insights will boost your confidence and help you handle conversations effortlessly while connecting with others effectively. In our in-depth podcast review of "Bet…

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#71 Win Every Argument Part II - Book Summary 1:27:54

5M ago1:27:54

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This is Part 2 of the Ultimate Book Summary for "Win Every Argument" by Mehdi Hasan. In this episode, we dive into advanced communication skills, focusing on arguments and debates. These insights will boost your confidence and help you handle tense situations while effectively arguing your points. In our in-depth podcast review of "Win Every Argume…

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S5E7 Volsung Poems: Sigurd the Dragon Slayer (Solo Short Part 3 of 5) 26:53

5M ago26:53

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S5E7 Volsung Poems: Sigurd the Dragon Slayer (Solo Short Part 3 of 5) David continues his series of shorts, deep diving into the Poems of the Poetic Edda which inspired the Saga of the Volsungs. Sigurd is the primary "hero's journey" story of Saga of the Volsungs. He is the dragon slayer, the man without fear, and he is destined to be the greatest …

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#70 Win Every Argument Part I - Book Summary 1:14:45

6M ago1:14:45

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This is Part 1 of the Ultimate Book Summary for "Win Every Argument" by Mehdi Hasan. In this episode, we delve deeper into advanced communication skills specifically focusing on arguments and debates. These ideas will improve your confidence and ability to deal with tense situations and argue your points effectively. In our comprehensive podcast re…

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#69 Think Faster, Talk Smarter Part II - Book Summary 1:01:28

7M ago1:01:28

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This is Part 2 of the Ultimate Book Summary for "Think Faster, Talk Smarter" by Matt Abrahams. In this episode, we delve deeper into advanced communication skills that enhance your interactions, whether they're casual or critical. Let's explore these key topics together: Mastering small talk and making connections through genuine curiosity. Enhanci…

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Grapplecast Ep 2 - Grapplemax fight card review with Tristan Smith & Dave Weston 31:07

7M ago31:07

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In this episode Tristan & Dave review the Grapplemax fights so far! Looking at the fighters styles and picking who they think might edge the win!By The Stromcast

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Stromcast Ep 42 - Rick talks about peptide use 23:25

7M ago23:25

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In this episode Rick talks about the use of peptides and how they helped with recovering from his recent surgery.The contents of this podcast are for entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as advice. Rick is speaking from his own experience as an 'athlete' and is in no way suggesting viable treatments or diagnosis to any condition or d…

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S5E6 Volsung Poems: Sinfjotli and Helgi (Solo Short Part 2) 24:43

7M ago24:43

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S5E6 Volsung Poems: Sinfjotli and Helgi (Solo Short Part 2 of 4)David continues his series of shorts, deep diving into the Poems of the Poetic Edda which inspired the Saga of the Volsungs. Sinfjotli and Helgi were the older half brothers of Sigurd the dragon slayer. They were Sigmund's first sons and set the stage for the fate which led Sigurd to b…

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S5E5: Kent, the First Anglo-Saxon Kingdom of England 29:27

7M ago29:27

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In this episode, Shawn discusses the kingdom of Kent, the first of the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms of England post-Roman Britain as told by Bede's "Ecclesiastical History of the English People" and the "Anglo-Saxon Chronicle". Shawn delves into the legendary figures of Kent's inception, focusing on the brothers Hengest and Horsa, whose lineage traces back…

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WtP: [remastered] What are some of the impacts of building quickly? Hear Sourcery's Tim Gilboy explain technical debt, coding culture, and more. 21:52

8M ago21:52

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Here, the hosts chat with Co-founder and COO of Sourcery, Tim Gilboy. Sourcery uses AI to help developers refactor code. The hosts talk about how culture influences a company’s technical debt and the importance of refactoring (we’ll explain!). Keep up to date with Sourcery here: https://sourcery.ai/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/source…

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S5E4: "When the Wolf Comes" - Interview w/Ian Sharpe, the Creator of the Vikingverse 1:12:16

8M ago1:12:16

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In this episode, Shawn and David delve deep into the immersive world of the Vikingverse with its creator and our special guest, Ian Sharpe. In this discussion, we uncover the alternate history where the norse religion and culture thrives, not succumbing to the influence of Christianity in the Dark Ages. Ian shares insights into his creation, spanni…

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#68 Think Faster, Talk Smarter Part I - Book Summary 1:36:41

8M ago1:36:41

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Greetings, Esteemed Wise Wordians, Welcome back to yet another captivating installment of 'Wise Words Book Summaries.' In this episode, we delve into the insightful pages of ‘Think Faster, Talk Smarter’ by the esteemed Matt Abrahams, unraveling the profound essence of its central theme. Join us as we embark on a journey through the following though…

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#67 How to Talk to Anyone, Anytime, Anywhere - Book Summary 1:12:10

8M ago1:12:10

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Greetings, Esteemed Wise Wordians, Welcome back to yet another captivating instalment of 'Wise Words Book Summaries.' In this episode, we delve into the insightful pages of 'How to Talk to Anyone, Anytime, Anywhere' by the esteemed Larry King, unraveling the profound essence of its central theme. Join us as we embark on a journey through the follow…

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#65 The Art of Explanation Part I - Book Summary 1:30:31

8M ago1:30:31

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Welcome back Wise Wordians, Our new Video is the "The Art of Explanation," Book Summary written by Ros Atkins. Ros Atkins is a senior BBC News anchor who hosted on BBC World Service radio for many years and is now the anchor and creator of the innovative primetime programme Outside Source on BBC World News television. This book summary is an essent…

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#66 The Art of Explanation Part II - Book Summary 47:11

8M ago47:11

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Greetings, Esteemed Wise Wordians, Welcome back to the second part of 'The Art of Explanation.' Join us on the second half of this summary as we embark on a journey through the following thought-provoking topics: - Seven-Step Dynamic Explanation - Organise your Information - The importance of Verbalising - How to use Memory Techniques to improve yo…

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Stromcast Ep 41 - Jordan Kelevra 53:01

8M ago53:01

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On this episode Rick is joined by Jordon Kelevra, an online coach with a specialty in helping the "neuro-spicy". Strap in for this one, it could be the one that gets rick cancelled.By The Stromcast

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S5E3: Volsung Poems: Ottar/Otter (Solo Short Part 1) 23:01

8M ago23:01

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S5E3 Volsung Poems: Ottar/Otter (Solo Short Part 1) David isn't quite ready to put the Saga of the Volsungs to rest. This is the first of a series of shorts on the Poems of the Poetic Edda which inspired the Saga of the Volsungs. As Shawn and I found in Season 4, Saga of the Volsungs has a few inconsistent parts, where the author appears to have tr…

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S5E2: The Sun and the Moon (and Night and Day) 19:29

9M ago19:29

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For our 100th episode (shit!!), Shawn discusses the origin of the sun and the moon, along with the origins of night and day in Norse Mythology, as told by Gylfaginning in Snorri Sturluson's Prose Edda. (Also with some stanzas from the Poetic Edda poems, Völuspá and Vafþrúðnismál. In it Shawn also explores the idea of looking to the divine when huma…

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Stromcast Ep 40 - Dave Weston 38:35

9M ago38:35

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We are joined by Dave weston, owner of Black Country Jiu Jitsu. Rick and Dave talk about supplements and the upcoming events in the world of Jiu JitsuBy The Stromcast

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S5E1 Volsung Recap and Ragnar Episode 0? 1:01:10

9M ago1:01:10

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In this episode, Shawn and David finally put the Volsung series behind them with and episode on,,,, the Volsungs. A recap of the series where we discuss the overall themes of the tragedy, and where we discuss what may seem to be the evilness of women, which seems to REALLY be the easy manipulation of men (gods we are stupid sometimes).... They also…

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WtP: How to handle duplicative and repetitive work in legal teams 23:34

10M ago23:34

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Amrit speaks with Samuel Smolkin, CEO and founder of Office and Dragons. Office and Dragons automates repetitive work for legal teams. Sam and Amrit talk all things LegalTech, enterprise sales and expansion. Keep up to date with Office and Dragons here: https://www.officeanddragons.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/officeanddragons/ T…

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#64 New Years Special - Our Favourite Books of 2023 1:13:47

10M ago1:13:47

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Hello, incredible Wise Words community! We're thrilled to have you back for another enthralling edition of 'Wise Words Book Summaries.' In today's episode, we're spicing things up to usher in the New Year. Join us for a special twist as we reflect on the past year, unveiling our favourite books and sharing the transformative insights we gained from…

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S4E22 Volsung Saga XIV: Gudrun's Revenge and 3rd Marriage 1:04:18

10M ago1:04:18

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Shawn and David finally wrap up the "The Saga of the Volsungs". Where Gudrun, fresh off of losing her 2 brothers, plots revenge on her husband Atli. After she takes care of him (and ugh her 2 sons with him), she then finds herself married for a 3rd time to a King Jonakr. Svanhild, daughter of Sigurd and Gudrun, also plays a part and does her fucked…

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Stromcast Ep 39 - There's life in the old dog yet with Ryan Kirkham 49:21

10M ago49:21

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In this episode Rick talks to masters bodybuilder Ryan Kirkham aka Big Daddy Mussef about staying on top of training as you get older, Ryan's background in bodybuilding and PED use.By The Stromcast

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S4E21 Volsung Saga XIII: Atli the Cruel, Brother of Brynhild 1:09:30

11M ago1:09:30

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In this episode, Shawn and David discuss the aftermath of Sigurd's death, and the life of Gudrun as a recent widow. Though she has a goodbye moment with the corpse of her husband, she then travels the world to start fresh and finds herself at a kingdom in Denmark where she befriends a Princess Thora there. After 3.5 years, she slowly regains some h…

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S4E20 Volsung XII: The Deaths of Sigurd and Brynhild 53:51

11M ago53:51

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David and Shawn discuss chapters 30 and 31 of the Saga, which features in back to back chapters the deaths of 2 major characters, in this case Sigurd the Dragon Slayer of the House of Volsung, and Brynhild the Valkyrie. Brynhild at this point is still depressed over her inability to affect her fate in life, specifically with her inability to be wit…

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Stromcast Ep 38 - Andrew Keiller 1:06:53

11M ago1:06:53

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Rick welcomes back Andrew Keiller aka The honest life coach to discuss dealing with finances like adults, His style of content and the backlash that comes with it and much more.By The Stromcast

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