Best William Riddle Podcasts (2025)

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Destiny: Miguel Conner, The Occult Elvis 1:11:55

2d ago1:11:55

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An esoteric and magical portrait of Elvis Presley “A lively new book.” —The Guardian • Draws on firsthand accounts from Elvis’s wife, Priscilla, his friends and family, the Memphis Mafia, and his spiritual advisors • Looks at key teachers who influenced him, including Yogananda, H. P. Blavatsky, and Manly P. Hall • Examines Elvis’s efforts as a nat…

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A Conversation with Smokey the Appalachistani pt 1 1:21:06

2d ago1:21:06

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We're back with our friend Smokey the Appalachistani. We discussed what's been going on in the region, how local politics affect us, current events in DC, the work in Western North Carolina, and much more. Support the showBy William Riddle

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Novo Amor "Anchor" 56:32

2d ago56:32

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Novo Amor joins us to chat about his song “Anchor”. He shares insights into the emotional depth of his songs, how he began his music career, and what it was like to land this song in a pharmaceutical commercial. He is a big advocate of taking care of the environment and finding ways to create art and tour sustainably. Check out our friends at The S…

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Farmhouse Funeral - Adal Rifai (Hey Riddle Riddle & Hello from the Magic Tavern) 1:10:32

3d ago1:10:32

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Adal Rifai (Hey Riddle Riddle & Hello from the Magic Tavern) joins us this week. We discuss his grandma living on a haunted farm, shadow people in a hotel, Bachelor Grove Cemetery, and spooky stuff at the Jane Addams Hull House. Listener Hannah has a few stories about her creepy baby and demons upstairs. Please send us your own true paranormal expe…

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Drs. J.J. & Desiree Hurtak: The Khafre Pyramid Scan Project, Part 2 1:26:22

6d ago1:26:22

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Although pyramids are similar in design, many may have had different or dual functions. The authors propose that ancient Egypt developed and controlled an elaborate power system that was centered around Giza and as far south as Abydos. They believe that the underground structures, channels, and cavities that surround ancient Pyramid structures were…

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Destiny: Clare Johnson, Elixir of Sleep: Practical Solutions for a Good Night's Rest 1:10:39

9d ago1:10:39

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What Kind of Sleeper Are You?Take Dr. Clare R. Johnson's Quiz and Revolutionize Your Relationship with SleepSleep better, tap into your inner genius, and wake up energized with the help of world-leading lucid dreaming expert Dr. Clare R. Johnson. Through her comprehensive quiz, you will discover your specific sleeper and dreamer type, fast-tracking…

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EP 163 Calm, technical and driven with Adrian Williams 1:27:35

9d ago1:27:35

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In this one, co-host Micah Hollinger and Cody talk to Adrian Williams. Both of them grew up skating the streets of Anchorage, at spots like Hanshew Middle School and Abbott Elementary. Those two spots in particular were important to their upbringing and their skating. It’s where they met up with friends, learned tricks and got shots. They were both…

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Is Authoritarianism Coming? 1:13:38

9d ago1:13:38

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On this episode we finished some of our conversation from our pervious show, as welcome Stuart Angel back. We talked about the first 100 Days of presidency, the cultural impact, what we'd like the see in the future, and more. Support the showBy William Riddle

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Jeremy Lister "The Bed You Made" 55:36

9d ago55:36

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Jeremy Lister and the Queens go deep as they talk about Jeremy’s song “The Bed You Made”. They chat about his a cappella days on The Sing Off, touring with Post Malone, and his hot sauce brand Blister Sauce. Use the code SADSONGQUEENS for 15% off any order! Jeremy also shares stories about his journey with alcohol use and now, sobriety. If you or a…

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Sally Doll w/Rosie Grant (TikToker & @ghostly.archive) 1:19:53

10d ago1:19:53

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This week, Rosie Grant (TikTok and writer) will discuss recipes, a cursed ring, and the Mothman. We will also hear a listener's story from Brady about feeling a presence on the way to take a shower. Please send us your own true paranormal experiences in either a voice memo or e-mail to [email protected]. Found - taxes and banking for freela…

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Michael Jaye: Earth Great Flood 1:21:20

13d ago1:21:20

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Two hundred years ago, geologists determined that there was never a worldwide flood.But the early geologists' conclusion--which continues to be believed today--is indisputably erroneous, according to Michael Jaye, Ph.D.Told in easily understood language, Jaye explains how geologists got it so wrong, and more importantly, he challenges their modern-…

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Maxim Furek: The Lost Tribes of Bigfoot 1:18:19

16d ago1:18:19

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In his latest book, Maxim Furek, a former psychologist and rock journalist, delves into the intriguing world of Bigfoot synchronicity, embracing interdimensional theories, mass hallucinations, and Jung's collective unconscious.Furek's dedication to the subject is evident in the hundreds of accounts from researchers who strive to answer the question…

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Standing on Your Morals with Mayor Holland Perdue 1:36:20

16d ago1:36:20

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On this episode we bring back Rocky Mount Mayor Holland Perdue to get an update on how things are going in the heart of the Moonshine Capital. We discussed the recent highlight of a local singer heading to American Idol, a avoidable tragedy in the Roanoke Valley, recent happenings in the town, what we can look forward to in the future, and much mor…

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Band of Horses "The Funeral" 1:00:11

16d ago1:00:11

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In this week’s episode, the Queens chat with Ben Bridwell of Band of Horses about the legendary song “The Funeral”. They discuss how sync music changed his life, his four daughters, and his friendship with Sam from Iron & Wine. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles! Support the show To help support these artists’ as well as…

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Big Bad Barbara w/ Shakira Ja'nai Paye (I’m Kinda That Witch) 1:12:39

17d ago1:12:39

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We have the lovely Shakira Ja'nai Paye (I’m Kinda That Witch) telling us about the benefits of breath work, including visitations and some very vivid dreams. Check her out at https://www.breathworkbaddies.com/. Our listener, Sierra, can speak to spiders. Please send us your own true paranormal experiences in either a voice memo or e-mail to funnyfe…

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Seyfzadeh, Schoch, Grassi: New Discoveries under the Giza Pyramids 3:10:46

20d ago3:10:46

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Researchers say they used SAR to find vast city beneath the pyramidsThe researchers claim to have discovered eight vertical cylinder-shaped structures, referred to as shafts, extending approximately 2,100 feet deep beneath the pyramids. Italian and Scottish researchers claim they found a major discovery beneath the Pyramids of Giza, potentially rew…

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EP 162 History, power and the Bering Strait with Bathsheba Demuth 1:08:02

21d ago1:08:02

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In this one, Cody talks to author and historian Bathsheba Demuth. She grew up in Iowa, a place she describes as having an extremely cultivated landscape — shaped and managed by people at nearly every turn. Her first exposure to the North came through the writings of Jack London, books her parents read to her aloud. As a kid, London’s tales of adven…

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Destiny: Mark Anthony, The Afterlife Frequency 1:27:43

23d ago1:27:43

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OMMIE Award for Best Metaphysical Book Best Holistic Life Award for Inspirational Book of the Year 2023 Named a Gold Winner in the Reincarnation, Death & Grieving Books category of the 2022 COVR Visionary Awards In this fascinating book, the Psychic Lawyer takes you on a quest for answers — and finds them! World-renowned psychic medium and Oxford-e…

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Liberty Rising with Eric Brakey and JP Kirby 1:04:32

23d ago1:04:32

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Our last show of Liberty Con featured two incredibly smart individuals in Eric Brakey and JP Kirby, as we discussed ways to getting the right people elected, students rights, a wrap of our weekend, and much more! Support the showBy William Riddle

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Susie Suh "Feather in the Wind" 1:01:53

23d ago1:01:53

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Join the Queens as they sit down with Susie Suh to chat about her song "Feather in the Wind" and debate about different interpretations of if it is really a sad song. They also chat about the power of sound baths, One Tree Hills, and pros and cons of being an independent artist. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles! Suppor…

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Why Not Both? w/Hilary Williams & Michael Turrentine (World Gone Wrong) 1:11:29

24d ago1:11:29

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What a treat! Hilary Williams and Michael Turrentine (World Gone Wrong podcast) join us to discuss their paranormal experiences. Hilary had a ghost in her dorm and told us about her sleepover at the Villisca murder house. Michael shared dreams with his twin brother and received signs from hummingbirds. And then we have Sarah with a bus stop hauntin…

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Joshua Hammer: The Mesopotamian Riddle 1:26:04

27d ago1:26:04

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A rollicking adventure starring three free-spirited Victorians on a twenty-year quest to decipher cuneiform, the oldest writing in the world—from the New York Times bestselling author of The Bad-Ass Librarians of Timbuktu. It was one of history’s great vanishing acts. Around 3,400 BCE—as humans were gathering in complex urban settlements—a scribe i…

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Destiny: Billy Wynne: The Empty Path 1:04:54

30d ago1:04:54

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A guide to embracing emptiness to declutter the mind and distill our experience of daily life to its essential beauty, clarity, and joy A clear and empowering antidote to our culture’s never-ending quest for more, The Empty Path is a how-to manual for cultivating the Buddhist principle of emptiness as the source of fundamental satisfaction in our l…

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William Fitzsimmons "I Don't Feel It Anymore (Song of the Sparrow)" 59:16

1M ago59:16

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William and the Queens discusses the universal appeal of sad songs, sharing personal anecdotes and insights into the emotional connections people have with music. He reflects on the meaning behind his own songs, particularly how they relate to his experiences with love and relationships. They discuss how life events, including family dynamics and p…

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The Hollow Tree - Listener Stories 1:04:34

1M ago1:04:34

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We have some great listener stories this week! Aylish’s friend’s family adopted a very special little boy. Darcy Juhl tells us about visits from her grandparents. Claire got help from her guardian dog after her passing. Marjorie got advice on how to astral project during sleep paralysis. Maddie saw a UFO come out of the ocean. C has a bunch of spoo…

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EP 161 Finding truth in fiction with Éowyn Ivey 1:04:18

1M ago1:04:18

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In this episode, Cody talks to author Éowyn Ivey, whose debut novel, The Snow Child, was a Pulitzer Prize finalist. It captivated readers with its blend of folklore and the Alaska wilderness. Raised in Alaska, Éowyn’s connection to the land is woven into her storytelling, creating atmospheric and emotionally resonant narratives. Before becoming a n…

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Avi Loeb: Evidence for Interstellar Probes to Earth 1:14:22

1M ago1:14:22

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“The world's leading alien hunter” —New York Times MagazineFrom acclaimed Harvard astrophysicist and bestselling author of Extraterrestrial comes a mind-expanding new book explaining why becoming an interstellar species is imperative for humanity’s survival and detailing a game plan for how we can settle among the stars.In the New York Times bestse…

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Destiny: Baptist de Pape, Manifestation Perfected 1:14:31

1M ago1:14:31

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Learn to create like the master manifestors • Presents an easy-to-follow six-step manifestation process to help you confidently move into the creative flow of the universe • Includes inspiring examples from three renowned personalities: Oprah, J. K. Rowling, and Anita Moorjani • Offers exercises, examples, and contemplation prompts to help you appl…

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Morgan Harper-Jones "Main Character" 56:12

1M ago56:12

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In this episode, we chat with our friend Morgan Harper-Jones, discussing her song “Main Character”. She reflects on the deep emotional connections and regrets that inspired it, sharing her experiences of loneliness, self-doubt, and the creative process that led to the song's creation, emphasizing the importance of emotional honesty in art. We also …

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Into the Iraqi Abyss with Eric Ceglowksi and Poo 1:38:06

1M ago1:38:06

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On this episode we were joined by a couple of soldiers from the 1032nd TC, from a 2003 Deployment, to discuss the wild times we had when we were younger. If you've listened to some of our Iraq shows before, you'll know it was a different experience than anyone else had, and for good reason. Rag Tag Appalachians, who no one knew were there, had thei…

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Ghost Kisses - Listener Stories 55:20

1M ago55:20

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Ghost Kisses - Listener Stories Jessica saw a sleep paralysis alien and waking up with puncture wounds. D had a visitation after an encounter with some angry ants. Raven tells us the real story about Papa Legba and the comfort he’s brought. Meghan got a sweet goodbye from a ghost and spooky venues on tour. Please send us your own true paranormal ex…

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George A. Sarantitis: Plato's Atlantis 1:43:18

1M ago1:43:18

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What you are about to read in these pages, is part of a long and systematic research begun with the intention of re-examining Plato’s works of Timaeus and Critias. Its original objective was exceeded by some of those achieved. The idea was to make a connotatively accurate translation through which to examine the logic of the ancient Greek myths and…

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Destiny: P.D. Newman, The Afterlife Journey in Native American Mound Cultures 1:32:54

1M ago1:32:54

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Exploring psychedelic spiritual practices and afterlife beliefs among the Mississippi mound cultures • Examines the Path of Souls or Trail of Ghosts, a Native American model for the after-death journey • Demonstrates how psychoactive plants were used to evoke the liminal state between life and death in initiatory rites and spirit journeys • Explore…

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Moving Forward with Former Vice Presidential Candidate Mike ter Maat 1:09:42

1M ago1:09:42

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This show was our first video recorded podcast, and we welcomed an old friend in Mike ter Maat, recent Vice Presidential Candidate for the Libertarian Party, for an interesting conversation on the current political landscape. We discussed the first month of the new administration, looked back on the LP convention, advancing the message, the current…

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Luke Sital-Singh "Killing Me" 57:34

1M ago57:34

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In today's episode, we interview another sad song aficionado - Luke Sital-Singh! We chat about his Sad Song Supper Club and the meaning behind his grief-filled song "Killing Me". Support the show To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check out our Official Spotify Playlist! Find us elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/s…

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Lady in Black w/Erin Keif (Hey Riddle Riddle) 1:13:12

2M ago1:13:12

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We have the hilarious Erin Keif (Hey Riddle Riddle pod), who has some spooky stories about the legend of the lady in black at Fort Warren and a ghost petting her dog. Megan tells us about her haunted college house. Please send us your own true paranormal experiences in either a voice memo or e-mail to [email protected]. A Funny Feeling is s…

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Mark Carlotto: The Underwater Ruins of Cuba 1:05:50

2M ago1:05:50

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The Cuban Underwater Formations During an exploration and survey mission off the west coast of Cuba in 2001, unusual stone structures were detected in sonar imagery at depths ranging from 600 to 750 meters. The discovery was announced by Pauline Zalitzki, a marine engineer, and her husband Paul Weinzweig, who led the mission under the auspices of t…

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EP 160 Dogsledding, The Iditarod and making history with Libby Riddles 1:15:27

2M ago1:15:27

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In this one, Cody talks to dog musher Libby Riddles. She was the first woman to win the Iditarod. Back in 1985, she made the decision to push through a storm — a choice that would cement her place in history. While others hunkered down, she bet on her team’s strength and her own resilience, forging ahead into whiteout conditions and brutal winds. I…

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Destiny: Scott Stabile, Big Love 1:13:46

2M ago1:13:46

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“I look to Scott for wisdom and leadership and he has delivered both with Big Love. This book opened my heart and mind and I’m forever grateful.” — Glennon Doyle, author of #1 New York Times bestseller Love Warrior What happens when you fully commit yourself to love? Endless good, insists Scott Stabile, who found that out by overcoming plenty of ba…

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200th Episode Special Pt 2: The Future Is Now 1:22:31

2M ago1:22:31

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In our 2nd part of our 200th Episode Special we continue our conversation about the current state of our country, how it compares to 8 years ago, and what we expect (and hope) to see in the future. We also talked about some of our fondest memories of our first 199 shows, show appreciation for those who have helped us get this far, what we have to l…

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Patrick Watson "To Build A Home" 1:02:58

2M ago1:02:58

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The Queens sat down with the legendary Patrick Watson about his song “To Build A Home” he did with the Cinematic Orchestra. He reflects on the healing power of music, quantum mechanics, and gives us a master class on classical music. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles! Support the show To help support these artists’ as w…

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Salutations: The Squeakquel - Listener Stories 1:06:11

2M ago1:06:11

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Erin was saved by a voice. Chelsea’s grandpa came around to say goodbye. Monica saw an omen of death. Tone has some follow ups from seeing a UFO as a child. A listener saw a ghost cat that validated a friend’s experience. Please send us your own true paranormal experiences in either a voice memo or e-mail to [email protected]. Shopify is a …

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Renee Schnitzler: The Cathedral Code 1:08:18

2M ago1:08:18

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Discover the Transformative Power of Gothic Cathedrals in The Cathedral Code Have you ever wondered if ancient architecture holds secrets that transcend time? The Cathedral Code invites you on a journey into the awe-inspiring world of Gothic cathedrals, where science, spirituality, and history converge. This groundbreaking book uncovers the forgott…

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Destiny: Reema Datta, The Yogi's Way 1:20:37

2M ago1:20:37

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FIND PEACE, CREATIVITY, VITALITY, AND PURPOSE Celebrated yogi Reema Datta presents her world-renowned twelve-week course in book form — an accessible and practical method for cultivating mental and emotional well-being, physical health, and spiritual nourishment. She combines ancient yogic wisdom and practices with cutting-edge science and personal…

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200th Episode Special Pt 1: Fire on The Mountain 1:29:27

2M ago1:29:27

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We kick off our 200th episode special with some catching up, then jumping into one of the best community stories you'll hear as we discuss recent wildfires that were held back by an amazing community. We talked about the recent flooding in the heart of Appalachia, along with some funny moments from the past, and more. Support the show…

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Lykke Li "Happy Hurts" 58:49

2M ago58:49

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Join the Queens as they sit down for a conversation with Lykke Li about her song "Happy Hurts". They also chat about what it means to be a mother, pyschics, and what makes a sad song sad. Check out our friends at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles! Support the show To help support these artists’ as well as their favorite sad songs, please check …

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Touching Toes - Listener Stories 1:16:37

2M ago1:16:37

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Erica saw a Shadow Lady who died in a fire and had a haunted hallway. Anonymous was haunted by a little child and asked for a dream interpretation. Dee Andra went on a ghost hunting tour with some extraordinary dowsing rod activity. MJ and her sisters have all lived in haunted apartments. Amanda had a ghost but then it disappeared. Please send us y…

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EP 159 The Arctic Man with Howard Thies 1:02:11

2M ago1:02:11

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In this one, Cody talks to Howard Thies, the founder of Arctic Man, a winter race that combines snowmachines, skiers and snowboarders. It takes place at Summit Lake in Paxson, Alaska and it pairs a snowmachiner and a skier or a snowmachiner and a snowboarder. It’s one of the fastest and most unique races in the world. Skiers and snowboarders start …

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Matt LaCroix: Our Hidden History 1:30:45

2M ago1:30:45

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In 2019, Matthew released his second book: The Stage of Time, which seeks to unravel the mysteries of the lost civilizations of antiquity, the ancient catastrophes that destroyed them, and a library of the greatest knowledge they left behind. In 2023, he released his third book co-written with Billy Carson entitled: The Epic of Humanity, and went o…

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Destiny: Ruslana Remennikova, Activating Our 12-Stranded DNA 1:41:06

2M ago1:41:06

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Awaken your DNA for personal healing and spiritual transformation • Reveals how vibration and intention can transform DNA from the standard double helix to its 12-stranded form, unlocking your physical and spiritual potential • Explores the intimate relationship of water and DNA and how they both react to sound and consciousness • Shares ten specif…

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