Best Gir Arte Podcasts (2024)

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Bethenny Frankel's Spark Is The Handmaid's Tale, Plus Tribeca Film Festival Recap 34:29

1d ago34:29

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Bethenny Frankel doesn't really watch much TV, but she found The Handmaid's Tale during the pandemic and was so drawn to its compelling performances and topical themes that she breezed through the entire series. Bethenny finds The Handmaid's Tale to be both a cautionary tale about the world we could be heading towards and a reflection of the world …

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197 - Lager Series: Dortmunder Export 1:27:12

3d ago1:27:12

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Our lager series continues this week with the lesser known Dortmunder Export. We have examples from Lost & Grounded, Exhale and Culmination Brewing and take you through what you should expect from this classic style. We won't just stop with the tasting notes, though. We’ll also be your guides through the optimal glassware and serving temperatures t…

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Judith Hill's Spark Is Captain EO. Plus Highlights From The Tribeca Film Festival 34:15

6d ago34:15

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Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Judith Hill has loved Captain EO, the Michael Jackson starring short film that accompanied an attraction at Disney's theme parks, since she was a small child. She loves it's message of spreading joy and positivity through music and has used those principles throughout her career. The first of a two part …

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Alt var oppspinn. Masker, avstand mm., alt var oppspinn innrømmer Anthony Fauci. PCR-testene gir 97% feilresultat. 24:13

6d ago24:13

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Overdødligheten skylles injeksjonene og vaksinerte barn har 45 ganger (4500%) større sjanse for å få alvorlig sykdom å dø enn uvaksinerteBy Jarl Rune Rosensverd

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Daphne Guinness' Spark Is Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps) 33:02

8d ago33:02

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Singer, songwriter and queer icon Daphne Guinness first listened to David Bowie's sensational fourteenth album Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps) when she bought it with her saved up pocket money as a child. Little did she know she'd later work with the man himself on her own debut album! Scary Monsters provided a template for Guinness' musical outp…

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196 - Book Club: Girly Drinks 1:59:06

10d ago1:59:06

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We’ve been talking about it for ages, so here it finally is – our first book club episode and we’re reading Girly Drinks by Mallory O’Meara which dives into the fascinating intersection of beer, history, and powerful women. Join us as we unravel historical narratives, challenge gender stereotypes, and celebrate the unsung heroines of the alcohol in…

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Alle advarsler er bekreftet. Men injeksjonene til Pfizer og Moderna var og er mye verre enn vi advarte. De skader og dreper! 25:48

13d ago25:48

25:48

Hør ny podcastsamtale med mikrobiolog. Del 1 av 2.By Jarl Rune Rosensverd

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Girli's Spark Is Legally Blonde 38:45

15d ago38:45

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Singer/songwriter Girli started watching the classic Reese Witherspoon movie Legally Blonde as a small child and loved that it embraced a traditionally girlie femininity while still embraces feminist principles like the right to self-determination and self-sufficiency. Legally Blonde mostly adheres to a romantic comedy structure and Girli loved tha…

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195 - Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice 1:43:13

17d ago1:43:13

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Here at A Woman’s Brew, it’s always Pumpkin Spice season! We missed our pumpkin episode last autumn, but we have finally got round to trying our selection of pumpkin spiced beers for you now. From the aroma reminiscent of freshly roasted coffee with a hint of warming spices, to the unexpected flavour profiles that these unique beers deliver, we'll …

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Maya Hawke's Spark is The Bacchae 31:00

22d ago31:00

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This week on The Spark Parade, the multi-talented Maya Hawke celebrates Chaos Angel by diving into an old, and we mean old, piece of art that has remained a source of inspired for years -- Euripides' classic Greek tragedy The Bacchae. Listen now. Hawke first became aware of Euripides, expectedly, in school. As a teen, she appeared in a high school …

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194 - The Beer Flight Debate 1:40:36

24d ago1:40:36

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How do you feel about beer flights? Here at A Woman’s Brew both Tori and Jo are big advocates for beer flights - both for beer choices, pour size and beer education. But there is a debate going on as to whether a beer flight works for breweries and taprooms – does it slow down service? Not give the best representation of the beer? Or maybe there is…

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Sasha Alex Sloan's Spark Is Fleishman Is In Trouble 34:58

29d ago34:58

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Singer/songwriter Sasha Alex Sloan was so taken by the limited series Fleishman Is In Trouble that it inspired a song on her new album Me Again. Sloan connected with the series' themes of facing middle age, the breakdown of relationships and the pressures put on women to be all things at once. Be sure to check out Me Again which is out now and lear…

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193 - Brussels Beer Extravaganza 1:28:32

1M ago1:28:32

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This week, Tori and Rik take us on a journey through their recent trip to Brussels, focusing on their fascinating tour at Cantillon Brewery. They'll compare this unique experience to other brewery tours they've been on, highlighting the complexities and history of lambic brewing in Brussels. Beyond the brewery, they'll recount their adventures in t…

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Shannon And The Clams' Spark is Patsy Cline's 12 Greatest Hits 35:25

1M ago35:25

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Shannon and The Clams vocalist Shannon Shaw has been drawn to Patsy Cline's smooth, sad, devastating voice since she was a small child and the songs on Patsy Cline's 12 Greatest Hits have had a huge impact on her own songwriting. The desperation in the storytelling, the songs' soaring bridges and choices in Cline's vocal delivery have provided a wr…

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192 - Navigating the Tour de Geuze 1:23:23

1M ago1:23:23

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Back by popular demand (if you don’t listen to Tori!), Rik joins Tori to talk about their recent Belgian excursion to the Toer De Geuze where tradition meets the bubbling excitement of craft brewing. They embraced the unique opportunity to peek behind the curtains of some of Belgium's most revered Lambic breweries and blenders. But! Navigating this…

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Blake Crouch's Spark Is No Country for Old Men 33:18

1M ago33:18

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Dark Matter author, screenwriter, and showrunner Blake Crouch was more than familiar with Cormac McCarthy's bleak but beloved novel No Country for Old Men by the time the Coen brothers adapted it for the big screen. Even still, those dang Coens blew his expectations out of the water. On this episode of The Spark Parade, Crouch gushes about the film…

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Jade Bird's Spark Is Jagged Little Pill 36:11

2M ago36:11

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Canadian singer-songwriter Jade Bird first took the jagged little pill as a kid -- yes, that Jagged Little Pill. It might have tasted bitter at the time, but ever since, her admiration for Alanis Morissette and her groundbreaking album has only grown. Listen to her chat about the Morissette and her seminal 1995 record on this episode of The Spark P…

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191 - Top Rated Beers 1:49:44

2M ago1:49:44

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This episode takes a unique spin as we explore the landscape of top-rated beers, sipping our way through Julius by Treehouse and some of it’s variants. We'll navigate the world of exceptional beers, discussing the finer points that elevate a beer to "top-rated" status. Tori shares her experiences of visiting Treehouse while she was in the US and Jo…

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Rico Nasty and Boys Noize's Spark is El Alma Que Te Trajo by Safety Trance feat. Arca 35:45

2M ago35:45

35:45

Rapper Rico Nasty and producer/DJ Boys Noize have made a habit out of turning genres on their head, stepping outside of drawn lines, and adding a somewhat aggressive bent to whatever project they happen to be currently working on. So, it comes as no surprise that both absolutely love the idiosyncratic, wildly creative, one-of-a-kind artist Arca. Li…

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190 - Lager Series: Mexican Lager 1:09:53

2M ago1:09:53

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This week, we're embarking on a flavourful journey south of the border to explore the enigmatic world of Mexican lagers. But do we once again have more questions than answers? We contrast craft enthusiasms with macro lager charm and question how a slice of lime became synonymous with a whole genre of beer. From the Austrian-brewed history of the Vi…

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X Ambassadors' Spark Is Richard Linklater's Boyhood 39:56

2M ago39:56

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X Ambassador's frontman Sam Nelson Harris was so blown away by Richard Linklater's bold and wildly ambitious film Boyhood that he saw it twice in the same day. And it's a three-hour movie! Sam was struck by the dedication needed to create a film in small increments over 12 years, but it was the end result that really made an impact. He saw himself …

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189 - Core Ranges and Formative Beers 1:44:31

2M ago1:44:31

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In this episode we tap into the world of core beer ranges, the power of first beer impressions, and the essence of a brewery's core lineup. What makes a great core range and what do you expect from a brewery’s flagship beers? Do you have a favourite core range? We also took this opportunity to taste through some beers Jo brought back from the US fr…

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Fallout's Ella Purnell and Aaron Moten Sparks are Musical Reinterpretations 25:53

2M ago25:53

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Fallout actors Ella Purnell and Aaron Moten understand the power of artistic re-interpretation. So, when it comes to their respective 'sparks,' both actors chose songs performed by someone other than who originally wrote the piece. Purnell gravitated towards Brandi Carlile’s breakout hit “The Story,” which was originally recorded by members of her …

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188 - Quarter 1 2024 Review: Completing Our Goals One Sip At A Time! 1:32:54

2M ago1:32:54

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It's been a wild ride this first quarter of 2024, keeping us busy when we should be working on our beer goals and the drink harder challenge! Despite our best efforts to stay on top of our beer check-ins and tracking, we admit, keeping up has been a bit of a struggle. But it's all in the name of good beer and great company! But! We have a few updat…

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Weston Razooli's Spark is Princess Mononoke 35:18

3M ago35:18

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Riddle of Fire director Weston Razooli first watched Hayao Miyazaki's animated classic Princess Mononoke on a laptop at his boarding school. Even on a small screen, the film transported him to a strange and wonderful world, a world that has continued to inspire his work ever since. On this episode of The Spark Parade, Razooli recalls the magical ex…

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Nyambi Nyambi's Spark Is Kim Jung Gi's Marvel Comics Covers 37:44

3M ago37:44

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Night Court actor Nyambi Nyambi was enthralled with Kim Jung Gi's sprawling, interconnected covers for Marvel Comics' Civil War II series not just for their artistry, but for the masterful artistic practices used to create it. He attended multiple live demonstrations of Kim's work before his untimely death and has applied his details to his work as…

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187 - Guess The Hop: Understanding and Identifying Hop Varieties 1:16:48

3M ago1:16:48

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This week, we're delving deep into the world of hops with Siren’s thrilling challenge of "Guess the Hop." Using the challenge as a starting point, we guide you through the intense and important process of judging hops for brewing, discussing the meticulous attention to detail and keen sense of smell required. We share our experiences of identifying…

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Chicano Batman's Spark is Kid A 34:43

3M ago34:43

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Chicano Batman guitarist Carlos Arévalo was given Radiohead’s seminal album Kid A as a Halloween present from his mother, and amidst the sugar rush, the album absolutely blew his mind. The dramatic shift in Radiohead’s stylistic direction and their experiments with electronic sounds opened Arévalo up to a new world of musical possibilities. Listen …

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Asher Grodman's Spark is Dog Day Afternoon 43:13

3M ago43:13

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Ghosts actor Asher Grodman loves everything about Sidney Lumet's classic Al Pacino starring film Dog Day Afternoon. The story and its themes touch him deeply, but its the legendary performances by the incredible ensemble that really stick with him. Pacino's unselfconscious, honest portrayal of a complicated real-life character is a masterclass in s…

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186 - A Conversation With... Matt Lincoln 1:47:04

3M ago1:47:04

1:47:04

He’s back! Our mate, Matt Lincoln, formerly of Siren and Unbarred, and who has been on the podcast a couple of times, is leaving us to move to the US! Tori took the opportunity to ask him about the move and revisit his background in beer. Matt gives us his current insights into Atlanta, where he is moving to, and adds his top tips for moving a beer…

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SHAED's Spark is Sylvan Esso 36:25

3M ago36:25

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Ever since hearing their self-titled debut, SHAED felt a special kinship with Sylvan Esso. Both bands came from a folky, acoustic background and were experimenting with electronic sounds -- not to mention they were both family ventures. On this episode of The Spark Parade, SHAED explains how Sylvan Esso helped to further shape their musical style. …

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Beth Ditto's Spark is Missy Elliott's Da Real World 49:48

3M ago49:48

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Gossip frontwoman Beth Ditto loves everything about Missy Elliott’s second album Da Real World. The non-stop bangers, the icy production from Timbaland, the tight vocal harmonies -- it's basically flawless. More than just quality music, though, the record also reminds Ditto of a time when her musical taste was starting to truly develop. On this epi…

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185 - Yonder Mystery Beers 2024 1:00:33

3M ago1:00:33

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Tasting beers blind is a hard task, but it’s also really fun! This week we are trying to guess what Yonder’s 2024 mystery beers are and arguing about it along the way! We discuss blind beer tastings in general – they are a great way to train your tasting palate - and ways you can set up your own. As it happens, Jo has a kit for that in her Etsy sho…

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Bassem Youssef's Spark is Billy Joel's "Pressure" 28:43

3M ago28:43

28:43

Comedian Bassem Youssef, known for his sharp wit and political commentary, discovered Billy Joel's "Pressure" in an unlikely place -- midway through an episode of Amazon's superhero satire The Boys. From the first notes, he knew he had to seek out the song for himself. On this episode of The Spark Parade, Youssef explains how he fell in love with t…

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JIMBO's Spark is Pee-wee's Playhouse 36:45

3M ago36:45

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Self-described drag clown and RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars winner JIMBO first got into Pee-wee's Playhouse, predictably, as a child. And yet, even as an adult, the program's unparalleled creativity continues to have a huge influence on her outlook, art, and even home decor. On this episode of The Spark Parade, JIMBO explores her deep connection wit…

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184 - Lager Series: West Coast Pils 1:08:27

3M ago1:08:27

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Who knew there could be some new hotness in lager?! Continuing our lager series, we look at West Coast Pils, which is billed to be the hottest beer style of 2024 (do you agree?!) As a new style, there aren’t any definite style guidelines for West Coast Pils yet, so we dig into what you should expect. We tried three versions from UK breweries and lo…

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Allie X's Spark Is Waiting For Guffman 40:53

4M ago40:53

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Singer, songwriter, and visual artist Allie X loves Christopher Guest’s highly influential mockumentary Waiting For Guffman so much that it’s become a somewhat of litmus test for her. If she meets someone and they love Guffman, she knows they’ll get along. On this episode of The Spark Parade, Allie X explores her deep connection with the film. List…

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183 - A Conversation With... Craft Beerings 1:08:59

4M ago1:08:59

1:08:59

You know we love supporting women owned businesses at A Woman’s Brew, and who better to visit us than Carys from Craft Beerings. You may have seen Carys’ offerings at beer festivals – beautiful earrings, bracelets and more made from craft beer cans. We talk about the origins on Craft Beerings, her creative process and what makes a beer can perfect …

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Everything Everything's Spark Is Bear V Shark 36:38

4M ago36:38

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The moment he read it, Everything Everything frontman Jonathan Higgs fell in love with the satirical absurdity of Chris Bacheldor's Bear V Shark and its skewering of our modern reliance on technology and entertainment. It inspired the complex backstory underpinning Everything's new album Mountainhead and affirmed Jonathan's broader worldview. Check…

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182 - A Conversation With... Holy Goat 1:33:12

4M ago1:33:12

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We are super excited this week to have Johnny from Holy Goat on the podcast. If you’re new here, Holy Goat is one of our fave sour breweries with it’s gorgeous beers! We talk all things Brett fermentation, fruit and where recipe ideas come from. We hear all about the history of Holy Goat and try to make Johnny pick a beer that represents the brewer…

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David Hemingson's Spark is Withnail And I 40:11

4M ago40:11

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Take a guess how many times The Holdovers writer David Hemingson has seen the British cult classic film Withnail and I. Maybe 10? Perhaps 20? Try upwards of 40. On this episode of The Spark Parade Hemmingson explains what it about the film that keeps him coming back. Listen above, or wherever you get your podcasts. Hemingson gushes about everything…

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Real Estate's Spark Is The Adventures Of Pete And Pete 31:40

4M ago31:40

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Real Estate frontman Martin Courtney had loved Nickelodeon's The Adventures of Pete and Pete as a child, but he was understandably skeptical of how it might hold up when it came time to show it to his own kids. Fortunately, Courtney discovered that it was everything he remembered and more. Listen to the singer chat about his rediscovery on this epi…

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181 - Brave Noise Round Up: Hand Brew Co 1:42:23

4M ago1:42:23

1:42:23

We are still here, being brave and making noise and very glad to see a new Brave Noise beer! This time it’s from Hand Brew Co and we were very pleased to chat to Kate, their head brewer. Our lovely friend Pip also joined us as proceeds from the beer are going to support The Coven – welcome back to the pod Pip! We chat about the positive experiences…

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Mitch Rowland's Spark Is Charles Mingus' The Clown 23:49

4M ago23:49

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Of all places, Mitch Rowland discovered Charles Mingus' seminal jazz album The Clown at a pizza restaurant. The singer, songwriter, and Harry Styles collaborator was scrolling through his coworkers iPod when the album jumped out at him. On this episode of The Spark Parade, Rowland explains just how instrumental that pizza-adjacent moment was. Liste…

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The Beaches' Spark Is True Romance 37:12

4M ago37:12

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This week on The Spark Parade, The Beaches front-woman Jordan Miller recalls the time her tour manager introduced her to True Romance, the cult classic written by Quentin Tarantino and directed by Tony Scott. Listen to Miller explain the film's immediate impact above, and don't forget to follow and review The Spark Parade wherever you get your podc…

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180 - Lager Series: Kellerbier 54:45

4M ago54:45

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We apologise in advance for this episode in our lager series on Kellerbier – it may cause more questions than we answer! You will have seen beers called Kellerbier, you may have seen beers listed under the style, but what exactly is a Kellerbier and why is this style so confusing? We attempt to answer this for you and share some examples you can tr…

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Atmosphere's Spark Is Herbie Hancock's Future Shock 31:03

5M ago31:03

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On this episode of The Spark Parade, Atmosphere’s DJ and producer Ant discusses seeing a live performance of Hancock's instrumental hip-hop classic "Rockit" at age 13, a performance that ultimately led him to become absolutely obsessed with art of scratching. Listen to the full conversation above, and don't forget to like, review, and subscribe to …

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179 - Cocktail Beers: Espresso Martini 1:07:20

5M ago1:07:20

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It’s been a while, but we are bringing you another cocktail beer episode! This time we are looking at the delectable Espresso Martini. You know how Jo & Tori love coffee! We drink beers from Wiper & True, New Bristol and Yonder and decide if your espresso martini loving friends would drink the beers with you. As per, we hit you up with some fun fac…

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Justin Tranter's Spark Is "Swan Dive" by Ani DiFranco 30:51

5M ago30:51

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On this episode of The Spark Parade, Grammy and Golden Globe-nominated songwriter, producer, and activist Justin Tranter talks about feeling completely entranced the first time they heard Ani DiFranco’s song "Swan Dive." Listen to the full conversation above, and don't forget to like, review, and subscribe to The Spark Parade wherever you get your …

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