Best Wanders With Wit Podcasts (2024)

What happens when our heroes Ryleea nd Galen decide to brave the perilous Spill, only to encounter a bugbear in distress? In this rollercoaster of an episode, we find our adventurers making a life-or-death decision to enter a toxic wasteland to evade the River Watch. Listen to the chaos that ensues as they stumble upon Volnar the Giant, a caged bug…

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P015E002 - "Heart to Heart" - Clip Show with Maverick "Cranston" Matthews 1:32:45

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Please Visit MaverickMatthews.com and click on the Private Member tab to subscribe! Thank you. Res Ipsa LoquiturBy Maverick Matthews

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The Highs of Haleakala 19:43

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Mountain madness on the beautiful island of Maui, Hawaii, USABy Wanders with Wit

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The Power of the Gympie Pyramid 18:58

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Machinations of fascination on Gubbi Gubbi / Kabi Kabi Country, Queensland, AustraliaBy Wanders with Wit

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How Not to Visit a Vortex 16:04

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Tripping out on Yavapai-Apache Nation, Arizona, USABy Wanders with Wit

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Say Yikes to the Yowie 22:27

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Eerie encounters on Jinibara Country, Queensland AustraliaBy Wanders with Wit

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Ireland in Sixty Hours 16:21

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A winsome whirlwind of wistfulness with a side of wet weatherBy Wanders with Wit

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Covert Caper and Goblin Gaffes: Navigating Bandits, Bounties, and Industrial Escapes in the Land of Eem 1:26:14

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Can our heroes outsmart both River Watch and bandits with a clever disguise? Join us as we recount the thrilling escapades of Riley and Galen, as they navigate the treacherous Blackrill River, having "liberated" lumber from Log Jam. With a surprise wanted poster for Kade Kaderan hinting at new adventures in Bogtown, the stakes have never been highe…

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Robo Rescues and Lumberjack Legends: Confronting Corporate Evils and Environmental Battles 1:28:16

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What's more chaotic: an automated goblin lumber mill gone haywire or managing an inventory untouched for nearly a decade? Join us as we navigate the dungeon rescue mission packed with tension and humor. With George reluctantly hauling the rations and Riley dangling unconscious on a perilous conveyor belt, we juggle athletic checks and strategic pla…

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High-Stakes Hijinks: Outwitting Engines and Escaping Grinders 1:34:48

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What happens when Riley and Galen face off against a colossal, malfunctioning lumber mill teeming with deadly sputterjacks? Join us for an action-packed journey as our heroes navigate the perilous Gretchomaticus factory, uncover hidden secrets, and use their wits to outmaneuver mechanical adversaries. You'll be on the edge of your seat as they stra…

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From Swamps to Saloons: Roguish Romps and Lumberjack Shenanigans 1:17:27

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Are you ready to experience the Land of Eem like never before? Join us as we celebrate the 12th episode of Season 2 with an exhilarating trip down memory lane, revisiting our hilarious escapades in Rascleton and gearing up for our next big mission in Logjam. We reminisce about fulfilling our oath to Mindy, complete with some humorous exaggerations,…

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Goosebumps and Guffaws: Ghostly Gaggles and Tortoise Troubles in the Land of Eem 1:46:33

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Buckle up for a rollicking ride through the fantastical world of tabletop roleplaying as we recount the latest twists and turns of our ongoing saga! Our Land of Eem misadventures are seasoned with a hint of humor as we adventure with Riley and Galen! This episode weaves a tapestry of storytelling. You'll find yourself immersed in the vivid details …

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Enchanted Expeditions and Culinary Quests: Braving Eem's Battles, Creatures, and Breakfast Treats 2:25:31

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Our latest escapade in "Wally's Waffles and Wargs" is a rollercoaster of emotions and hilarity, where the strategic minds of tabletop enthusiasts meet the unpredictability of the Land of Eem's Mucklands Sandbox Campaigns Setting. We grapple with the complexities of combating deforestation, and we also find ourselves indulging in the guilty pleasure…

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Waffles, Wealth, and Wandering Oddities: Chronicles of Camaraderie in a Quest for Treasure and Trouble 1:30:18

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Will the rumors of a bandit's treasure lead our band of merry misfits astray, or will the call of duty reign supreme? Join Rylan and Galen as we stand beneath the last tree, caught in a web of decisions, from treasure hunts to tactical retreats. Embark on a rollicking adventure where campfire stories spark more than laughter, and where the enigmati…

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The Great Slog Saga with Misadventures, Magic, and Mindy's Potions 1:39:18

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Ever found yourself chuckling at a countdown gone awry or whooping with joy as your Kickstarter crosses the finish line? That's how our latest adventure began before we plunged into the whimsical world of Eem, strategizing our next moves through Ettinhorn and towards the Great Slog. Alongside Zona Imbok, Crazy Urny, and Mindy Plasterpot, we weighed…

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Golden Wyverns and Chatty Spiders: A Tale of Wits, Wonders, and Chance 1:25:06

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Ever wondered if you could tame a golden wyvern or reminisce about that time Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh weren't just games but a way of life for us? Pack your dice and join our merry band, including newcomer Riley, the barbarian, as we take on the Land of Eee RPG. This session is crammed with the thrill of the chase, strategic combat, and the pure elatio…

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Propelling Others Forward 41:51

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Hey everyone! In today's episode we connect with LeiLani Scott from Mesa Public Schools. I've had the honor of working with her for several years now and am alway so impressed by her leadership and ability to push the system forward. In this episode she highlights the importance of building a true culturally relevant PBIS system, supporting our edu…

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P14E001 - Maverick’s “State of the Dystopian Union” Address - Maverick Matthews 1:17:16

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Strategic Escapes and Pun-Laden Quests: Surviving The Forgotten City, Wyvern Hunts, and The Punderlord's Challenge in the Land of Eem 1:47:32

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Embark on a rollercoaster of strategy and humor as we recount the spine-tingling trials within the forgotten city, where our party's wit and camaraderie are the keys to survival. Trapped, wounded, but never out of hope, we recount our infiltration mission, whisper tales of hard-fought battles against serpents, and share the heart-pounding urgency o…

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The Immensity of the Impending Storm - DJ and NeuroAcousticProgramming Set by Maverick Matthews 31:38

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Some people needed a reminder. Train. And Train Harder. MaverickMatthews.comBy Maverick Matthews

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Daring Dungeons and Dramatic Escapes: Recounting the Snake Shrine Saga, Prison Break Thrills, and the Quest for Camaraderie in the Land of Eem 1:42:02

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Have you ever encountered a riddle that left your mind spinning with possibilities? Join the Punderlord, as we recount the wild and whimsical tales from our latest foray into the Land of Eem RPG during the Pungent Quest Kickstarter livestream. Prepare for laughter, gasps, and the occasional tear as we reminisce about the Snake Shrine escapades, mou…

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Wander to Wonder 35:41

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In this episode we connect with Christine Corr Kiewra, an assistant professor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Christine reflects on lessons learned from her 20 years of experience in early childhood education and how that impacts the way she now supports adult learners. She dives into the importance of wandering and its connection to creatin…

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"Sic Transit Gloria Mundi" - Pepper For Your Steak # 77 - Maverick Matthews 1:33:53

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Holy Predictions and Revalations MaverickMatthews.comBy Maverick Matthews

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Epic Sagas and Strategic Struggles: Journeying Through the Land of Eem RPG with Heroic Companions, Mythical Creatures, and Fate-Forging Decisions 2:20:01

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Step into the fantastical Land of Eem with us as we embark on a journey through treacherous terrain and encounter creatures both majestic and monstrous. Our latest RPG adventure actual play doesn't just pit us against formidable foes like a giant hydra and the mighty sargog, but challenges us to make strategic choices that could alter the fate of o…

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Equality vs. Equity 55:51

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Hello Everyone! Thank you for your patience as we make some changes to our episode releasing schedule. We are back with such a good interview! In today’s episode we sit down with Rodney Robinson, the 2019 National Teacher of the Year. This interview is so motivating! Rodney shares his story with us and teaches us about the difference between equali…

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Impish Antics and Goose Gambits: Mischievous Trades, Sneaky Strategies, and the Wild Wonders in the Land of Eem 1:31:27

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Ever wondered what happens when you throw an imp, a goose, and a bunch of dweorgs into an adventure? Spoiler alert: it leads to one of the most bizarre and entertaining podcast episodes yet! Join us as we recount our latest exploits in the Land of Eem, where our characters, fresh from the forest's edge, find themselves in a series of misadventures …

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"The Whole Book is Sort of a Meditation, a Prayer Designed to Protect the Person Who is Reading It": The Punk Rock Jewish Life of Author/Filmmaker Jeff Wengrofsky 52:49

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"The whole book is sort of a meditation, of a prayer designed to protect the person who is reading it." Jeff Wengrofsky, the most authentic punk-rock person I personally know, wrote a memoir, and you should buy it and read it. In some ways an unintentional pean to the Lower East Side, Jeff gets into what it was like to grow up feeling like an outsi…

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Tales of Tension and Triumph: Bureaucratic Battles, Marauder Ambushes in the Land of Eem RPG 1:52:26

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Who would've thought that paperwork could feel like a boss battle? That's right, in our latest foray into the Land of Eem RPG, we endured a mind-bending marathon to shuffle Sven, the Yodeling Troll's bridge documents, to the top of the pile. But our ventures stretch far beyond the confines of bureaucracy; the Sarpathi Marauders' ambush and the Wyve…

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P13E003 - "The Underground Never Left" - Maverick Matthews 41:36

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Check out my new show on YouTube: “MavSkills!” Quotes come from: Phil Schneider W. Glenn Dennis Tin Foil Hat Podcast with Sam Tripoli Book Quotes: “The Secret History of the World” - Mark Booth Visit MaverickMatthews.com for announcements about the Outdoor School Trips Join the Mailing List and consider leaving a tip! Your Contributions keep us on …

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Perils, Politics, Amusement Parks Antics, and Delving into Dunk's Darkest Dungeons 2:08:10

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As we ushered in the year with our motley crew of adventurers in the Land of Eem, we couldn't help but chuckle at the memory of Sven, the yodeling troll from our inaugural quest, and the mind-boggling 20 sessions it took to construct just one bridge! This episode takes you on a roller coaster through Krogland's cursed amusement park and right into …

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Lessons from Prague 38:37

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Hello wonderful listeners! Yes, this is one week late. We apologize. Covid got us, and it threw off the release of this episode last week, but we are back up and running. In today's episode we connect with Veronika Bačová, an educator in Prague, Czech Republic. We have a wonderful time exploring the similarities and differences in our educational s…

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"How Do We Move People to a Different Place?": Assessing the War While Dreaming Past It with Israeli Citizen Shawn Ruby 1:20:23

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It was both challenging and illuminating to speak with my old friend Shawn Ruby, an Israeli citizen who is deeply rooted in his Zionist identity (having originated in Canada and raised his family and made his life in Israel, one child a high-ranking IDF officer), firmly anchored in an unwavering pursuit of moral clarity, and overall one of the most…

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P13E002 - "The World They Want To Make For Us" - Maverick Matthews 54:01

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Please check out my new show “MavSkills” on YouTube and at MaverickMatthews.com Contributors: Tim Dillon - The Tim Dillon Show Willie Nelson - “Blue Skies” Cranston's Boiled Peanuts Norman Mailer - “An American Dream” Charles Bukowski Sam Tripoli Cherub - “Chocolate Strawberries” DJ Music Starts At Position : 00:29:28 Instagram: https://www.instagr…

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Celebratory Cheers and Perilous Quests: Riverboat Rescues, Ethical Debates, and Whimsical Escapades in the Land of Eem 1:39:14

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Ever wondered what it would be like to raise a glass to 20 shared adventures and still crave for more escapades with sword-wielding sell-swords, enigmatic companions, and the occasional chicken with a heart of gold? Well, that's precisely where we find ourselves as we wrap up in our holiday sweaters for a joyous and daring 20th session, celebrating…

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P13E001 - "I'm Not Dead, I was Just Resting" - Maverick Matthews 29:18

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Visit MaverickMatthews.com and buy something already….By Maverick Matthews

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Heroic Feats and Pirate Plots: The Adventures in Land of Eem RPG with Paladin Sacrifices, Strategic Triumphs, and Quests for Riches 1:27:34

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Embark on a voyage through the tumultuous seas and treacherous terrains of the Land of Eem RPG with our band of brave adventurers! This episode is a whirlwind recount of our daring exploits, from the noble sacrifice of Paladin Ponderwald to the strategic delights of new abilities gained upon leveling up. We reminisce over 19 sessions of storytellin…

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Bearing Witness 35:47

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Happy New Year, wonderful listeners! I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better episode to bring us into this new year together. I needed more than I knew! In today’s episode we connect and learn from Laura van Dernoot Lipsky, who is the founder and director of The Trauma Stewardship Institute. Laura’s book, Trauma Stewardship, is one that truly c…

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P10E001 - "Merry Yule, Cranston!" -- Maverick Matthews 21:28

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A few Ideas and A gift for you , mi lord! Please Visit MaverickMatthews.com for upcoming events and to support the show! Merry Yule! For Those Returning the Music Starts at position 00:11:55 Thank you for all the love and support!By Maverick Matthews

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Epic Adventures in the Land of Eem RPG: Bandit Encounters, Pirate Battles, and A Journey of Friendship and Loss 1:42:02

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Ever wondered what it feels like to disrupt a Vice Punisher's plan, negotiate with Mov Wozinski, and handle a surprising twist of love in an epic RPG adventure? Well, you're about to find out! In our 18th session of Land of Eem RPG, we took some daring steps, including a venture to bring Crazy Urny to SPL and helping our friend Elmo find his place …

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"It’s Not a Time for Dialogue. It’s Just a Time for Checking Up on Each Other": The Tragedy of Victim-ism and Other Casualties of War with Coexistence Activist Rabbi Shaul Judelman 1:05:23

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"One of my Palestinian friends said, Everybody’s pro-Hamas right now. Cause they did something! On an internal level, hamas’ bid to take over leadership of the Palestinian struggle is very strong. On the other hand, I have another Palestinian friend saying, what do you mean — Hamas is a disaster for our people. It’s always been a disaster for our p…

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Thinking Slowly and Wisely 43:56

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Welcome to the last episode of 2023! I hope you all have a wonderful Winter Break. In this episode we sit down with Coach Shawn Sorsby, the Founder and Executive Director of A Step Ahead Chess. What a fantastic way to close out 2023. Coach Sorsby is so inspiring and the way he is changing student’s lives through chess is amazing. He highlights that…

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Bold Bluffs and Brave Bargains: Tree Rescues, Corporate Shakedowns, and Heroic Heists in the Land of Eem 1:24:45

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Ever felt like you’re a part of an epic adventure, saving endangered trees, outsmarting guards, and negotiating business deals? That’s exactly what we did in this episode of our Land of Eem RPG Adventure, peppered with humor and dramatic confrontations. We infiltrated the headquarters of SPL, wrestling with the dreaded Lord Orphong, and made shocki…

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Push To Heal 43:32

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In today's episode we sit down with Joel Pippus, the Project Lead for Push to Heal, which uses skateboarding as a component for treatment and education with high needs students. Joel highlights different ways skateboarding can be used as an education tool and mental health strategy to support growth with students. He shares different ways it promot…

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P10E001 - "Hope is a Blue Bird" - CHANGES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS - Maverick Matthews 5:49

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www.MaverickMatthews.com @the_real_MaverickMatthewsBy Maverick Matthews

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POETRY BONUS EPISODE! "Do They Sing, or Repeat a Song?": Laws vs. Miracles & the "Jewish Voices Missing from the Gospels," with Poet Atar Hadari 57:59

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Poetry, right? I don't know about you but I'm feeling like I could use some poetry right about now. To that end! Right before the High Holidays started I had a conversation with one of my favorite Jewish writers, poet and translator Atar Hadari. The episode was slated for release on Monday 10/9, and of course intervening world events made it nearly…

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Uncovering Enigmas in the Land of Eem RPG: Yodeling Trolls, Abandoned Carnivals, and a Battle Against Werewolves 1:21:27

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Are you ready for an epic adventure filled with mysterious creatures, yodeling trolls, and an abandoned carnival filled with intact games and prizes but devoid of any workers? We've got that and a whole lot more in this electrifying episode as we continue our incredible quest in the Land of Eem RPG. On this journey, we're on a mission to prove Lord…

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Reflective Dissociation 28:14

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Join us for as we spend time reflecting on some of our big takeaways from the previous four episodes.

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"I Just Couldn't Accept That That Was Something That Was Being Said": Contemplating Humanity & Inhumanity from "A Weird Place," with Joshua Leifer 1:06:54

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"So now I'm in a weird place" is a sentiment many can relate to these days. Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza, following the latter's barbaric 10/7 torture-rape-massacre of 1400 Israelis, and kidnapping of 240 more, has provoked some of the most acute fissures of my generation, with implications that can't be fully predicted except to say we will …

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Body, Voice, Imagination 47:44

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In today’s new episode we talk with Becky Arndt, who is a Drama Teacher in the Racine, Wisconsin Public School System. Becky shares with us her Actors Tool Box and connects ways we can utilize those tools in other areas of education. She highlights the importance of environments that foster student strengths and belonging. Becky also talks about th…

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