Best Despina Podcasts (2024)

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Interview with Molly Reynolds on A PORTRAIT OF LOVE, Timothy Despina Marshall discusses their debut feature IN THE ROOM WHERE HE WAITS and in conversation with film collective Dogmilk Films. 49:11

24d ago49:11

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This weeks show is focusing on Melbourne’s film scene. In the first of three interviews, Flick will chat with Director Molly Reynolds to discuss her film A PORTRAIT OF LOVE. For over twenty years, Archibald Prize-winning artist Craig Ruddy and his partner Roberto Meza Mont filmed their life together. Their friend, documentary-maker Molly Reynolds (…

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Spotlighting Kelly Reichardt (CERTAIN WOMEN, SHOWING UP) 43:44

3d ago43:44

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This week in the studio, Jack Ralph and Kelsey Pettifer join Flick Ford in the 3RRR studio to delve into the subtle yet profound body of work created by Kelly Reichardt. They discuss films such as First Cow (2019), the political thriller Night Moves (2013), and Wendy and Lucy (2008). The conversation covers Reichardt's challenges in getting her fil…

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Reviewing THE PROMISELAND and BLACK BARBIE 43:19

10d ago43:19

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Joining Flick in the studio are Vyshnavee Wijekumar and Thomas Caldwell, where they'll be reviewing two new releases hot off the metaphorical press. The first film they're be reviewing is THE PROMISED LAND, a Nordic Western set in 18th century Denmark. Director Nikolaj Arcel collaborates once again with Mads Mikkelsen who plays Captain Ludvig Kahle…

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Jorge Almazán et al., "Emergent Tokyo:: Designing the Spontaneous City" (Oro Editions, 2024) 36:14

15d ago36:14

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If ancient Kyoto stands for orderly elegance, then Tokyo, within the world’s most populated metropolitan area, calls to mind–– jam-packed chaos. But in Emergent Tokyo: Designing the Spontaneous City (Oro Editions, 2022), Professor Jorge Almazán of Keio University and his Studio Lab colleagues ask us to look again—at the shops, markets, restaurants …

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Reviews of AM I OKAY? and BRIDGERTON 40:31

17d ago40:31

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Joining Flick in the studio is Thomas Caldwell, Artistic Director of the Children’s International Film Festival (CHIFF) and the wonderful Vyshnavee Wijekumar. They discuss the 2024 program, running from June 8th to July 7th, featuring a diverse selection of animated and live-action films from around the globe. The team reviews "AM I OK?", starring …

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Anton MOBIN - What remains on the tape ?

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Programme de Anton Mobin pour webSYNradio : what remains on the tape ?. Invité par Dominique Balaÿ à concOcter une playlist pour WebSYNradio, je décide de revisiter mes expériences réalisées autour du support cassette depuis 2013. En reprenant les modèles, contraintes et concepts de ces expérimentations basiques, voici une heure trente de compositi…

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Reviewing Jim Jarmusch's 1999 classic GHOST DOG: THE WAY OF THE SAMURAI 44:35

1M ago44:35

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KinoTopia’s co-founders Digby Houghton and Andrew Tobacco joined Flick in the studio on Monday to revisit GHOST DOG: THE WAY OF THE SAMURAI. Listen back to hear a review of Jim Jarmusch's 1999 crime drama GHOST DOG: THE WAY OF THE SAMURAI starring Forest Whitaker as a hit man who models himself after the samurai of old finds himself targeted for de…

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The fifth labour of Hercules: Determination and honesty can solve major challenges | Despina Nicola 12:59

1M ago12:59

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Join Despina Nicola as she takes an in-depth look at Hercules’ fifth labour, and how he managed to clean out 13 years of cattle dung in one day! Despina draws on Hercules’ wisdom to address modern day challenges such as corruption and pollution, and how determination and honesty can solve significant challenges. Watch the live discussion on Despina…

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FURIOSA: A MAD MAX SAGA 47:00

1M ago47:00

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Melanie Ashe (Monash PhD student) joins Flick in studio to discuss the guzzoline-fuelled relentless romp that is FURIOSA: A MAD MAX SAGA. Investigating the significance of place and land in the MAD MAX universe, Flick and Melanie delve into the history behind mining sites and how they're often used as a shooting location for an array of different f…

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The fourth labour of Hercules: Facing life's challenges today | Despina Nicola 18:21

1M ago18:21

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Join Despina Nicola as she takes an in-depth look at Hercules’ fourth labour, and how he managed to capture the boar despite killing a friend of his and having to bury him; he learned from his mistakes, but through strategic planning, perseverance, and determination he killed the boar. Despina will be looking at how we might apply the lessons from …

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Interview with Goran Stolevski (HOUSEKEEPING FOR BEGINNERS) 46:38

2M ago46:38

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We're lucky enough to be joined by Macedonian-Australian director Goran Stolevski in studio to discuss his newest feature HOUSEKEEPING FOR BEGINNERS. HOUSEKEEPING FOR BEGINNERS, by Goran Stolevski in cinemas now. Having just finished his third film in three years, Stolevski joined Flick in studio where he discussed shooting with first time actors, …

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The third labour of Hercules: Protecting the environment | Despina Nicola 11:34

2M ago11:34

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Join Despina Nicola as she examines Hercules’ third labour, which involved the goddess Artemis and her twin brother Apollo helping him capture the sacred Hind. Despina examines the life lesson of this narrative, which can help us care for our environment and the sacred elements of this planet. Watch the live discussion on Despina Nicola's YouTube c…

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The second labour of Hercules: Tackling modern challenges | Despina Nicola 15:33

2M ago15:33

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Join Despina Nicola where she examines Hercules’ second labour. Despina looks at the multi-headed serpent, the Hydra, and how we can also be sidetracked by the crab. She also explores how these relate to our modern-day issues, finding the root of the problem and cutting it, and ensuring it doesn’t arise again. Watch the live discussion on Despina N…

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Spotlight on Nicole Kidman's career (EYES WIDE SHUT, MOULIN ROUGE, DOGVILLE and many more) 48:23

2M ago48:23

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Join Flick Ford and guest reviewer Alice McShane as they dive into the world of Nicole Kidman, freshly honored with the Life Achievement Award from the American Film Institute—the first Australian ever to receive this prestigious accolade. With nearly 100 acting credits to her name, Kidman is not only one of the most recognized screen icons but als…

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The first labour of Hercules: Taming our ego | Despina Nicola 14:33

2M ago14:33

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Join Despina Nicola where she looks at the first labour of Hercules, which is probably the biggest step: taming our ego. Despina looka at this narrative while exploring ways in dealing with the challenges of our modern world. Watch the live discussion on Despina Nicola's YouTube channel: LINKBy Despina

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Interview with Nick Pinkerton (THE SWEET EAST) and BABY REINDEER review. 52:39

2M ago52:39

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In studio, Flick is joined by film critic and screenwriter Nick Pinkerton to chat about the screenplay he wrote for Sean Price Williams' debut feature THE SWEET EAST. The surrealist road film follows Lillian, a high school student let loose on the US Eastern seaboard. The Sweet East, In cinemas from 18 April 2024 Adapted from an hour long one-man s…

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How infidelity affects our modern day life | Despina Nicola 21:16

2M ago21:16

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Join Despina Nicola as she discusses infidelity, while looking at Hercules and his twelve labours and how infidelity affects our modern day life. Despina takes wisdom from the past and brings it into the challenges of the present. Watch the live discussion on Despina Nicola's YouTube channel: LINKBy Despina

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Reviews of CHALLENGERS and EVIL DOES NOT EXIST 42:08

3M ago42:08

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This week, one of Australia's foremost music supervisors Jemma Burns is in the Triple R studio to share what her job involves and the creative process behind music from tv shows like HEARTBREAK HIGH 2 to films like Ari Aster's BEAU IS AFRAID. Joining Jemma in the studio is host Flick Ford and guest critic Anthony Carew to review Luca Guadagnino's r…

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A journey through the 12 labours of Hercules | Despina Nicola 15:41

3M ago15:41

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Join Despina Nicola as she explores the twelve labours of the ancient wisdom of Hercules. Despina looks at modern day resilience and how the wisdom of the past affects us. She also takes the lessons learned from courage, redemption, while exploring ourselves while facing challenges. Discover the hero within. Watch the live discussion on Despina Nic…

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Reviews of LA CHIMERA, CIVIL WAR and an interview about BACK TO BLACK. 47:00

3M ago47:00

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In this week’s episode of Primal Screen, Flick Ford is accompanied by Cerise Howard, as they delve into Alice Rohrwacher's newest film, La Chimera. The movie features a compelling cast including Josh O'Connor, Carol Duarte, Alba Rohrwacher, and Isabella Rossellini. Alice Rohrwacher's latest 2023 film LA CHIMERA. Additionally, Sally Christie engages…

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Carl STONE - Kamiya Bar + guests

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Podcast de Carl Stone pour websynradio : Aux alentours du Kamya bar, Carl Stone convoque pour ce programme original webSYNradio tout un ensemble d'oeuvres (Ros Bobos, Annie Gosflield, David Toop, Tanner Menard, Joseph Hammer, Ben Neill, Roger Kleier, Saunter Chihei Hatakeyama, Yann Novak, Robert Crouch, Chas Smith, Sawako, Richard Lainhart, et des …

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Reviews of MONKEY MAN and PERFECT DAYS 46:35

3M ago46:35

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This week Flick Ford is joined by festival programmer Thomas Caldwell and local filmmaker / video editor Jack Ralph. Together they review Dev Patel's directorial debut MONKEY MAN, in which Patel also wrote and starred. Patel plays Kid - an underground fighter who unleashes a bloody campaign of vengeance against the corrupt leaders who systemically …

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Interview with Elena Asciutti 51:25

3M ago51:25

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This week, Simona and Alan are joined by Elena Asciutti in Sicily, Italy, to talk about her life in storytelling. From talking part in Radio Cavolo and hosting a programme Diffusione Fiaba to FEAST Mentorships promoting storytelling and the love of stories.Of course we are also treated to a tale at the end which we all loved hearing after a wonderf…

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DAVID FENECH - Monks to Monk

3M ago

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Podcast de DAVID FENECH pour webSYNradio. Avec des morceaux de The Monks, Andew Liles + Jean Hervé Péron, Glaxo Babies, Renaldo and the Loaf, Felix Kubin, Fritz Muller, Iggy + The Stooges, H.N.A.S, Volcano the Bear, Nervous Norvus, Jac Berrocal + David Fenech + Ghédalia Tazartès, Connan Mockasin, Brigitte Fontaine, Colin Stetson, Jr + His Soulettes…

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Into the Archives: Molly Manning Walker, Ivan Sen, and Simon Baker 45:07

3M ago45:07

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This week on Primal Screen, join Flick Ford as we delve into our archives, bringing to the forefront some of the most engaging and thought-provoking conversations from 2023. Kicking things off, we take you back to our discussion with the talented Molly Manning Walker, a London-based cinematographer and filmmaker whose debut feature film, HOW TO HAV…

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LOVE LIES BLEEDING and interview about Melbourne Women in Film Festival 43:27

4M ago43:27

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Flick Ford is joined tonight by film critic Nadine Whitney, Co-Chair of the Australian Film Critics Association and a member of The Alliance of Women Film Journalists. Together they review the new film LOVE LIES BLEEDING, starring Kirsten Stewart, Katy M O'Brien and Dave Franco. Dr Kirsten Stevens, Deputy Festival Director also joins Flick to chat …

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Earth Cider and Wind 11:06

4M ago11:06

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This week we followed up on our water and fire stories with Earth and Wind, while throwing some cider into the mix as well for good measure!Give a listen to the Apple Tree and the Wind Whisperers...Enjoy!----more----A Cornucopia of Tales and Tellers is a passion project brought to you by English teachers Alan and Simona, who want to create a compil…

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Victoria Perry, "A Bittersweet Heritage: Slavery, Architecture and the British Landscape" (Hurst, 2022) 54:42

4M ago54:42

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The 2020 toppling of slave-trader Edward Colston's statue by Black Lives Matter protesters in Bristol was a dramatic reminder of Britain's role in trans-Atlantic slavery, too often overlooked. Yet the legacy of that predatory economy reaches far beyond bronze memorials; it continues to shape the entire visual fabric of the country. Architect Victor…

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Piotr Florczyk, "Swimming Pool" (Bloombury, 2024) 36:21

4M ago36:21

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This instalment of the Object Lessons series focuses on the Swimming Pool (Bloomsbury, 2024). The book explores the pool as a place where humans seek to attain the unique union between mind and body. As a former world-ranked swimmer whose journey toward naturalisation and U.S. citizenship began with a swimming fellowship, Piotr Florczyk reflects on…

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Oscars re-cap plus interviews for THE GREAT ESCAPER and TAKE THE STEPS 48:54

4M ago48:54

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Flick Ford is joined by AIDC's Conference Programmer Alice McShane, as they recap the highs and lows of the 2024 Oscars ceremony. Will Cox catches up with Oliver Parker to dive deep into the heart and soul behind his latest cinematic gem, THE GREAT ESCAPER, which made its heartfelt debut in Australian cinemas this March. The Great Escaper, directed…

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Hsuan L. Hsu, "Air Conditioning" (Bloomsbury, 2024) 44:14

4M ago44:14

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Air conditioning aspires to be unnoticed. Yet, by manipulating the air around us, it quietly conditions the baseline conditions of our physical, mental, and emotional experience. From offices and libraries to contemporary art museums and shopping malls, climate control systems shore up the fantasy of a comfortable, self-contained body that does not…

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Interview with IMAX General Manager Jeremy Fee and a review of DUNE: PART TWO and award-winning Documentary FOUR DAUGHTERS 55:18

4M ago55:18

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“The future of cinema is IMAX and the large formats. The audience wants to see something that they cannot have at home, that they cannot have on streaming. They want to experience an event.” - Denis Villeneuve, director DUNE: PART TWO The eagerly awaited sequel to the science fiction masterpiece DUNE has finally hit theaters. Flick Ford chats with …

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Silky Selkies and London's Burning! 13:27

4M ago13:27

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In this two part episode we decided to use the four elements of the earth for a bit of storytelling fun - water, fire, earth and wind. So this week, we take one each and find a story to tell, before next week, completing the four.Today's episode has Alan telling us about a Selkie who isn't having a great time on the Antrim coast, while Simona tells…

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Reviews of THE ZONE OF INTEREST, DRIVE AWAY DOLLS and an interview about MARUNGKA TJALATUNU 43:51

4M ago43:51

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“Marungka Tjalatunu exposes and weaves together those tender and difficult threads of living in multiple worlds–worlds which are your own, full of loss and love, of trauma and survival–and worlds which are thrust upon you, often violent, often unrelenting, and often unforgiving.” - Jury Statement, Berlinale 2023 (Sky Hopinka, Cătălin Cristuțiu, Isa…

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In conversation with Hugo Weaving 49:49

5M ago49:49

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This week, Flick Ford is in conversation with acclaimed actor Hugo Weaving! Celebrated for his iconic roles in THE MATRIX, LORD OF THE RINGS, V FOR VENDETTA and many more. Over the course of this long-form discussion, Weaving shares fascinating insights into his distinguished career and delves into the complexities of his latest character, Mit from…

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Mirror Mirror 20:04

5M ago20:04

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Are they windows into our soul, are they haunted with all knowing beings, or do they show us images of what we want to see? This week Simona and Alan tell tales of mirrors, or looking glasses if you prefer to avoid nouns, tales of fortune... and otherwise. We hear about the fortunes and love of three brothers, then we head to Derry, Ireland to see …

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Sarah El-Kazaz, "Politics in the Crevices: Urban Design and the Making of Property Markets in Cairo and Istanbul" (Duke UP, 2023) 51:27

5M ago51:27

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In Politics in the Crevices: Urban Design and the Making of Property Markets in Cairo and Istanbul (Duke UP, 2023), Sarah El-Kazaz takes readers into the world of urban planning and design practices in Istanbul and Cairo. In this transnational ethnography of neighborhoods undergoing contested rapid transformations, she reveals how the battle for ho…

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Film review of THE HANDOVERS, and a discussion about film screenings SCREAMS ON SCREEN and SEVENTH CINEMA 48:10

5M ago48:10

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The Holdovers (2023) Directed by Alexander Payne “Alexander Payne’s The Holdovers is not the kind of film you would expect to contain a dose of movie magic, but there it is, right there in the lead performance by Paul Giamatti.” [Derek Armstrong, ReelGood] THE HOLDOVERS is a comedy-drama directed by Alexander Payne (Election, Sideways and Nebraska …

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Despina Stratigakos, "Hitler’s Northern Utopia: Building the New Order in Occupied Norway" (Princeton UP, 2020) 58:38

5M ago58:38

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In her new book Hitler’s Northern Utopia: Building the New Order in Occupied Norway (Princeton University Press, 2020), Despina Stratigakos investigates the Nazi occupation of Norway. Between 1940 and 1945, German occupiers transformed Norway into a vast construction zone. This remarkable building campaign, largely unknown today, was designed to ex…

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Richard PINHAS - track Inédit

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Podcast de Richard Pinhas pour webSYNradio. Track inédit enregistré en studio entre Paris et Tokyo, mixé à Paris, en étroite collaboration avec Oren Ambarchi. Gift from Richard, including a lot of Friends like Joe TALIA, Oren AMBARCHI, William WINANT.http://synradio.fr/richard-pinhas-un-inedit/By RICHARD PINHAS

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Learning to confront challenges for a better future | Despina Nicola 21:09

5M ago21:09

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Join Despina Nicola as she looks at the schemes of the devil. Despina analyses a speech made in 1965 by ‘prophet’ Paul Harvey and its prevalence. This extremely important discussion will help individuals confront challenges and help them be in the light of a united community working towards a better future. Watch the live discussion on Despina Nico…

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MAY DECEMBER and MR AND MRS SMITH 44:23

5M ago44:23

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This week on Primal Screen, Flick Ford and our wonderful guest hosts, Thomas Caldwel and Vyshnavee Wijerkumar discuss Todd Haynes’ newest film, MAY DECEMBER but not before exploring Haynes' distinguished directorial portfolio, including films - Safe, I’m Not There, and Dark Waters. [CONTENT WARNING] Please note, that this film does contain referenc…

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Returning to the past and healing it | Despina Nicola 11:43

5M ago11:43

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Join Despina Nicola as she looks at a cinematic view of our lives. Despina will be exploring different paths of our lives, going from the development years, the learning years, the growth years, and we will be witnessing the legacy years. “Let us live a life full of purpose and meaning.” Watch the live discussion on Despina Nicola's YouTube channel…

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Anniversaire : les 20 ans du label CRÓNICA

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Podcast du label Crónica. Pour le vingtième anniversaire du label portugais Crónica, qui s’est imposé comme une "plateforme majeure pour tout ce qui concerne les productions à la limite du conceptuel" (Coda), ses deux initiateurs Miguel Carvalhais et Pedro Tudela ont produit un programme de 3 heures, revisitant chacun des 200 titres du catalogue. h…

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Reviewing ANATOMY OF A FALL and taking a brief look at the Oscars and what it all means... 45:03

5M ago45:03

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Aaaand we're back! For the first Primal Screen show of 2024, Flick Ford and special guest reviewer, Will Cox unravel Justine Triet's captivating French legal drama thriller, ANATOMY OF A FALL. Fear not - No spoilers included here, folks! They also plunge into an insightful discussion about this year's Oscars, sharing their perspectives on the curre…

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Building a more fulfilling relationship with your significant other | Despina Nicola 18:02

5M ago18:02

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Our attitude plays a major role in our interaction with our significant other. And sometimes, two people, who are the most beautiful souls and are connected, often ruin it with their attitude that is full of implications. Join Despina Nicola as she looks at building a more fulfilling relationship with our significant other. Watch the live discussio…

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A simple model that helps in improving your life | Despina Nicola 17:00

5M ago17:00

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Join Despina Nicola as she looks at a simple model that assists in improving our lives. Despina unpacks the things that we are doing wrong in our lives as she analyses them and restacks them in a better way. Watch the live discussion on Despina Nicola's YouTube channel: LINKBy Despina

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Cristian Vogel : Third Space Requiems (inédit)

6M ago

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Podcast de Cristian Vogel pour websynradio : Third Space Requiems (inédit).“Third Space Requiems” est une trilogie électroacoustique de Cristián Vogel, composée dans les dernières heures de 2023 à la lumière d’événements qui ont profondément marqué son histoire sur un plan intime ou plus universel : Levitationism (0->6'30). Story In Blood (6'30->14…

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Changing your life for the better through divine intervention | Despina Nicola 14:18

6M ago14:18

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Join Despina Nicola as she looks at being more compassionate to herself and to others. Despina will be taking an in depth look at the prayer of Saint Francis of Assisi and how we can use the instrument of love, forgiveness, and eternal hope to make a better future through divine intervention. Watch the live discussion on Despina Nicola's YouTube ch…

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Seth Bernard, "Building Mid-Republican Rome: Labor, Architecture, and the Urban Economy" (Oxford UP, 2018) 35:32

6M ago35:32

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Building Mid-Republican Rome: Labor, Architecture, and the Urban Economy (Oxford University Press, 2018), offers a holistic treatment of the development of the Mid-Republican city from 396 to 168 BCE. As Romans established imperial control over Italy and beyond, the city itself radically transformed from an ambitious central Italian settlement into…

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