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Iroquois History and Legends

Andrew Cotter and Caleb Cotter

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The Iroquois Confederacy. An Indigenous North American civilization with equal rights and representative government that left Europeans in bewilderment. Their influence affected the American free spirit and the modern day woman's rights movement. This show covers the culture, histories and legends of the Haudenosaunee. The People of the Longhouse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Encounters with the people of the past in the places of the present. A history podcast about people and the places where they lived, loved, worked and died. Delivered in punchy and illuminating 30-minute episodes, hosted by the bestselling author Kassia St Clair.
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Welcome to "Don't Buy the Bull", a podcast dedicated to unmasking the truth behind how so-called trusted Wall Street institutions and the American government really work. I'm your host, Cassandra Toroian, (call me Cass). I am a 25-year veteran of the investment business, both as an ex-investment manager and Wall Street Journal all-star analyst. I've started and sold companies, written a book called "Don't Buy the Bull" and even been sued by the government! I'm passionate about sharing my kno ...
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The Divine Comedy (in Italian, Divina Commedia, or just La commedia or Comedia) is an epic poem written by Dante Alighieri in the first decades of the 14th Century, during his exile from his native Florence. Considered the most important work of Italian literature, the poem has also has enormous historical influence on western literature and culture more generally. Dante represents the three realms of the afterlife in his three canticles (Inferno--Hell; Purgatorio--Purgatory; Paradiso--Parad ...
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In episode 10 of Don’t Buy The Bull, Cassandra Toroian interviews Daniel Cotter, a corporate business attorney, and Supreme Court enthusiast, as they explore topics ranging from the Supreme Court's history to current events like the potential overturning of the Chevron doctrine. Dan also shares insights on insurance coverage, cybersecurity tips, an…
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This week, Andrew and Iain have a part of their small minds turned towards tennis as Wimbledon gets underway, but they still find time before going courtside to join up with Eddie and examine all matters golf. Eddie explains how his affection for the game is being sorely tested at the moment, but explains that he still has plenty of desire to turn …
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In episode 9 of Don’t Buy The Bull, Cassandra Toroian interviews Andrew Wagner, a prominent figure in the gaming technology industry, as they discuss the impact of blockchain on gaming, investment opportunities, and the future of decentralized gaming. Tune in to learn more about the exciting intersection of blockchain and gaming! TIMESTAMPS [00:02:…
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Lots to talk about this week as Andrew, Iain and Eddie meander through sport, politics and protest in a delicate and sensitive way. Eddie clarifies his remarks about Rory McIlroy’s caddy choice and explains why he himself has decided to start afresh on that front as well as employing a new coach to build upon a four place improvement in the Race to…
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In an episode where energy levels were in direct contrast to the adrenalin-fuelled events at Pinehurst, Andrew, Eddie and (eventually) Iain come together to discuss one of the most dramatic US Opens in memory as Bryson DeChambeau took his second major and Rory McIlroy saw another one slip away with a finish that may well haunt him. They discuss how…
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It’s the halfway point of the US Open and unofficial mascot of TCF, Ludvig Åberg, is out in front as Andrew and Iain convene to chat about all the goings-on at Pinehurst. They wonder if the Swede will win his first major or ask if Bryson Dechambeau can thrill his growing multitude of fans. They then pick through all the other big names - of which t…
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On the eve of the eve of the US Open Andrew and Iain assemble to preview the tournament - Iain from the media centre at Pinehurst with its Premier Inn levels of wifi and Andrew from the UK where he is mildly hypothermic. They assess the course and a few of the likely contenders and Iain also exclusively reveals what he’s planning to have for dinner…
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At the start of US Open week, Iain is on his way to Pinehurst, so Andrew and Eddie are joined by the man who has just won on the DP World Tour for the first time, Laurie Canter. We hear about his victory in Germany and what his plans are now with regards to LIV and he also shares his enormous regret at the one trophy which always eluded him. The tr…
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In episode 8 of Don’t Buy The Bull, Cassandra Toroian dives into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for society. She breaks down what AI really means and how it can impact various aspects of our lives, from work to creativity. Join Cassandra Toroian as she demystifies AI and empowers listeners to make informed investment…
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New Zealand’s seventh-favourite golf podcast gathers again to look back on a big week in the sport as Bob MacIntyre wins the ultimate father-son tournament in the Canadian Open, friend-of-the-pod (but not Andrew) Laurie Canter has a debut victory on the European Tour and Yuka Saso collects her second major title, winning the US Open after turning J…
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In episode 7 of Don’t Buy The Bull, Cassandra Toroian dives into the world of investing, discussing recent events such as Donald Trump's case in New York, NVIDIA's earnings, and the impact of inflation on consumer prices. She also shares insights on the future of AI and its implications for human thinking. Tune in as she provides valuable informati…
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After a weekend when golf matters were put in true perspective, the three nevertheless discuss the goings on in the game from the very trivial to to the slightly more serious. They assess Eddie’s recent performance in Belgium and he rejects the idea that his form would improve if he were to retire from podcasting. Iain reveals that he finds himself…
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Pods come thick and fast as Eddie joins Andrew to chat about the recent USPGA and much else besides. Eddie gives his thoughts on the two sides of Bryson DeChambeau and wonders how many more majors Xander Schauffele might now win. There is excitement about Eddie’s burgeoning career as a golf tipping guru, but most of all he's excited to be getting b…
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A bonus recording immediately after the final putt had dropped at Valhalla in one of the best finishes to a major championship in recent years. Andrew and Iain pick over the four days that finally made Xander Schauffele a major winner, pushed all the way by Bryson Dechambeau and Viktor Hovland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.…
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It’s the start of PGA week, although not the very start since Iain was flying on Monday and Eddie was taking advantage of a very generous offer of golf at Walton Heath at a perfectly respectable tee-time. So it is a slightly delayed pod which the trio make up for by wondering if Rory McIlroy’s victory at Quail Hollow installs him as favourite for t…
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Caffeine intake is high for an early morning recording as Iain has to get away sharpish in his bid to take down one of the Alphas of the club. In this episode the trio pay tribute to Peter Oosterhuis and then try to answer some of the pressing questions in the game, such as: Could golf benefit from the return of a third round cut? Will Kris Kim get…
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Our final guest for season 1 is Ian Dunt, a British political journalist. He hosts Origin Story with Dorian Lynskey and is the author of “How to be a Liberal”, “Brexit: What the Hell Happens Now?” and “How Westminster Works…And Why it Doesn’t”. The plaque he chose is at 18 Kensington Square, South Kensington and reads: John Stuart Mill, 1806-1873, …
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In episode 6 of Don’t Buy The Bull, Cassandra Toroian interviews Jack Young, a prominent legal scholar and attorney. In this episode, they delve into a wide range of topics, from the intricacies of investment strategies to the impact of regulatory government agencies on the stock market. Tune in to gain valuable perspectives on the current state of…
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Irenosen Okojie is the Nigerian-British author of Butterfly Fish and the short story collections, Speak Gigantular and Nudibranch. She co-presented the BBC's Turn Up for The Books podcast, she’s vice chair of the Royal Society of Literature and was a judge for the 2023 Women's Prize for Fiction. The plaque she chose is on Lands Lane in Leeds and re…
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Eddie returns with an explanation for his WD as his trip to Japan proved to be no more than a long way to go for some physio. The trio then discuss the incredible atmosphere / godawful behaviour (delete as appropriate) at LIV Adelaide as well as reflecting on a win for Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry as they teamed up to take the title in New Orleans.…
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In episode 5 of Don’t Buy The Bull, Cassandra Toroian delves into the world of Web3 and blockchain technology, explaining the concept of decentralization and its impact on the future of the internet and investing. She explains how decentralization could revolutionize the way we interact with the internet and how it may shift the power dynamics in t…
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Andrew Cotter has been working as a sports broadcaster - primarily for the BBC - for over 20 years. He is also known for his two very good dogs, Olive and Mabel, whose antics he filmed and commentated on during the Covid 19 pandemic. The plaque he chose is at 82 Waldegrave Road in Teddington and reads: Edward Whymper 1840-1911, mountaineer, lived h…
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This week the trio are once more spread across the globe, although in Japan jet lag has broken Eddie to the point where he has wisely chosen sleep ahead of recording the podcast. So it’s left to Iain in Texas and Andrew - not in Texas - to discuss the two currently unstoppable figures of Nelly Korda and Scottie Scheffler, with the former winning he…
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In episode 4 of Don’t Buy The Bull, Cassandra Toroian delves into the world of telecommunications providers and the importance of maintaining a "no-touch list" when it comes to investing. She also discusses the emergence of Web3 and how it could revolutionize the way we control and monetize our data. Tune in as Cassandra uncovers the truth behind t…
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Kit Kemp is an interior designer, the founder and creative director of Kit Kemp Design Studio and Firmdale Hotels. She’s known for championing British art and craft and for her colourful, eclectic and much-imitated style. The plaque she has chosen is at 46 Gordon Square, Bloomsbury and reads: "Vanessa Bell 1879-1961 Duncan Grant 1885-1978 artists l…
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The Masters is done and Scottie Scheffler gets to put on the green jacket again. All three of our podcasters convene - eventually, with Andrew having broken in to Iain’s Augusta rental house - to discuss the dominance of the World Number One. They mull over a final round, where all of his challengers faltered at various points - in the end TCF’s ow…
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Iain rejoins Andrew as the pair ruminate on round three and what might unfold on Masters Sunday. Saturday saw Scottie Scheffler wobbling before recovering, Collin Morikawa returning to the form of old and Ludvig Åberg challenging on his major debut. Andrew jinxes any British player on the final hole, but we do hear from Tommy Fleetwood and Iain tel…
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Eddie’s back to share his thoughts with Andrew as one of the longest and windiest days in Masters history finally draws to a close. Scottie Scheffler is again impressive, Rory is again frustrated and several debutants show that experience is overrated. Discount code on wind chimes available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co…
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Round One of the Masters is almost done as some stormy weather meant not all golfers completed their rounds, however, Andrew and Iain convened at the hooter to dissect an intriguing day's play. We hear from former champion Danny Willett after his improbable -4 score having been out for 6 months and the BBC's John Murray makes a fleeting appearance …
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It’s the eve of Masters Eve and Andrew joins Iain in his BBC house, with the alternative being a three-hour journey to Andrew’s Airbnb. The two contemplate Rory McIlroy’s attempts to do very little talking in the build-up and a press conference which might as well have had the clock from Countdown going off on the ten minute mark. They consider the…
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A rare Sunday pod recording as Andrew is due to fly to the USA to join Iain for one of the best weeks in golf in Augusta, Georgia at the Masters. Eddie joins to preview the famous tournament and almost falls out with Iain over Brooks Koepka and Rory McIlory. We hear from the much fancied Joaquin Niemann as well as last year's winner, LIV's Jon Rahm…
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Albert Muzquiz, aka @edgyalbert, is a content creator, stylist, and fashion historian who produces popular and educational vintage clothing and style content on TikTok, Instagram and Youtube. The plaque he has chosen is at 4 Chesterfield Street, Mayfair, London and reads: "Beau Brummell, 1778-1840, Leader of Fashion lived here". We spoke about Brum…
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A special episode of TCF as Iain reports from LIV Miami where he has been chatting to some of the top players who crush, rip and fireball it, as well as making an appearance on LIV TV to debate the merits of the two sides of the great divide in the game. In this pod we also hear from Hughes Norton about his book ‘Rainmaker’ and his life as one of t…
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In episode 3 of Don’t Buy The Bull, Cassandra Toroian delves into the concept of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) and its impact on investing. She also discusses the dangers of making investment decisions based on envy, greed, and short-term emotions. Tune in to gain insights on making sound investment decisions by overcoming the fear of missing out. TIM…
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This week three becomes four - at least for the duration it takes for Matt Wallace to cook his dinner, as he joins us to give another insight into the highs and lows of life as a tour pro. They review the weekend’s golf and decide that golf needs - and has - a new villain, while the women’s game has a clear star. They also decide that there are too…
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Val McDermid is an award-winning Scottish novelist who has sold over 19 million books. She's the author of the 'Wire in the Blood' and 'Traces' series and 'Past Lying'. She's also the lead singer of the Fun Lovin' Crime Writers. The plaque she's chosen is on Castle Street in Inverness and reads: "Site of MacKintosh fruit shop, family business of wr…
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In episode 2 of Don’t Buy The Bull, Cassandra Toroian dives into the world of banking, sharing her experiences as a former bank analyst and discussing the importance of understanding the banking industry as an investor. She also shares insights on profitability metrics, industry drivers, and the process of analyzing bank stocks. Tune in to gain val…
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In this first-ever episode of Don’t Buy The Bull, Cassandra Toroian, the founder of FirstHand Research and Consulting LLC, introduces her mission to educate listeners about investing and financial decision-making. Reflecting on her experience as an investment advisor and the changing landscape of personal finance, Cassandra emphasizes the importanc…
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Levison Wood is a professional explorer, writer and photographer who has walked the length of the Nile and circumnavigated the Arabian Peninsula. Levison spent time in the armed forces and served in Afghanistan. His latest book Escape from Kabul: The Inside Story was released in March 2023. The blue plaque he chose is at 2 Westwood Hill, London SE2…
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Celia Richardson is the Director of Communications for the National Trust. For the past six years, she’s been responsible for the Trust’s brand and marketing, policy, advocacy and reputation. Previously, she’s worked for the Historic England, the Refugee Council and several mental health charities. The blue plaque she chose is at 2 Garbutt Place, M…
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Matt Cain is a writer, broadcaster, commentator on LGBTQ+ issues and an ambassador for Manchester Pride. He’s the author of The Madonna of Bolton, The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle, Becoming Ted and One Love. The blue plaque he chose is at 2 Warrington Crescent, Maida Vale, London W9 1ER. It reads: Alan Turing, 1912-1954, Code-breaker and Pioneer…
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Unexpectedly, the golf talking trio are all back in the UK as Eddie has decided to deprive the people of India of seeing him in his shorts. So they convene in the same time-zone to talk about more Scandinavian talent coming through and the continuing march of the PGA Tour journeymen, as well as discussing a boastful Bobby Mac and the unfathomable n…
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Welcome to a PREVIEW of "Don't Buy the Bull", a podcast dedicated to unmasking the truth behind how so-called trusted wall street institutions and the American government really work. I'm your host, Cassandra Toroian, (call me Cass). I am a 25-year veteran of the investment business, both as an ex-investment manager and wall street journal all-star…
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This week our knowledge of time zones is sorely tested with Iain in Florida, Andrew in the UK and Eddie in Singapore. They manage to convene to discuss a tonic for the PGA Tour with an outstanding finish to the Players Championship and consider the current dazzling form of Scottie Scheffler. And that’s about it - yet still they somehow manage to sp…
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Our trio are reunited with Andrew's mountainous sojourn over, much to Eddie's relief. They begin by looking back at Eddie's near miracles at the Sunningdale Foursomes, Iain navigates the press room in Sawgrass at The Players Championship and Andrew falls down a Chinese foot binding rabbit hole. Pro golfer Oli Wilson also joins the pod to review Mat…
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Have you ever looked up at a blue plaque in London or elsewhere and wanted to know more about the person being commemorated? The Blue Plaque Pod is a new history podcast from best-selling author Kassia St. Clair. In each episode a notable guest will select a plaque that intrigues them. We'll talk about why they chose it and what it means to them, a…
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With Andrew up a mountain in Scotland it's left to Eddie, in his Oxfordshire barn and Iain, also up a mountain - more accessibly in the Alps, to bring the latest TCF offering where there's some shocking news about not-so-uncle Tony, Iain's sneaky NR and what Andrew's main attributes would be if he was on golfing computer game. There's also ample ti…
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This week the trio aim for brevity and a concise summing up of all matters golf and in doing so fail comprehensively. Part of this is due to a prolonged discussion about whether a strange dog walker on the Isle of Wight is related to Eddie and Iain being (falsely) accused of industrial espionage. More serious chat comes in praise for the best golfe…
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This week Eddie is in Kenya looking to find his game and learns that he will have to do so in the company of the Godfather of Kenyan professional golf. Iain returns with tales of German stag weekends in Budapest, while Andrew admits to entering a golf tournament but is vague on the details. The trio also review the weekend in La La Land and welcome…
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This week the trio consider drinking, partying and generally being obnoxious. Then decide to record a pod instead. But what is going on with behaviour at golf events, or indeed, in general? The weekend’s PGA Tour event left us with much to ponder. Eddie informs us that the best result of his Middle East trip was being summoned forward by the captai…
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