Best Here For The Cocktail Party Podcasts (2024)

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Spreading Smiles: Bringing Joy to Children Fighting Cancer 38:57

1d ago38:57

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Camp Kids are Kids is a heartwarming nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing joy and happiness to children battling cancer. Host Chris Maliszewski and special guest, Ari Stern explore the need to give families beautiful moments as these brave kids and their siblings are given the opportunity to experience the joy of camping and bonding in an u…

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Looking Up - 10 July 24 - More about asteroids 4:54

3d ago4:54

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More about asteroids, other threats in space and how the Chinese are dealing with them, plus advance notice of the International Astronomical Union's General Assembly taking place in Cape Town 6-15 August.By Kechil Kirkham

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Summer House Etiquette for hosts and guests 35:00

5d ago35:00

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Summer House Etiquette for hosts and guests In this episode of the Awkward Etiquette Podcast, we dive into the do's and don'ts of summer house etiquette for both hosts and guests, especially for those living or emulating an "old money" lifestyle or old money aesthetic. Join us as we explore how to create a welcoming environment, handle tricky situa…

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I Guess They Did 37:40

6d ago37:40

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Send us a Text Message. This week, it's part II of the Matt marriage saga. Matt and Sarah get tangled in a web of lies related to their speedy nuptials, while Ruthie alone knows the truth. Then everyone knows Ruthie knows the truth, and also all the characters suddenly become omniscient and learn the truth of their own accord. 7th Heaven video game…

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Looking Up - Last Sunday was International Asteroid Day 5:31

10d ago5:31

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Last Sunday was International Asteroid Day. This was celebrated mainly on Monday when people were back at work, when Kechil attended a talk given by Marco Micheli of the European Space Agency's Space Situational Awareness Planetary Defence Office. Here he is talking to Kechil about why it is important to devote attention to asteroids. Here in South…

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Old money aesthetic beauty: what everyone gets wrong 21:25

12d ago21:25

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"Old money beauty." When most people, especially on social media, think of this, they are envisioning a beauty from a vintage Ralph Lauren ad. That vision is reductionist and couldn't be further from the truth. In this episode of the Awkward Etiquette podcast, your charming hostess, author and etiquette maven and ex rich person, TikTok personality …

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Looking Up - 26 June 24 - Why do stars spin? What sets them off? 4:54

17d ago4:54

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Why do stars spin? What sets them off? Recent observations from the James Webb Space Telescope may tell us something about this phenomenon and what happens in the early phase of a star's life.By Kechil Kirkham

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Inheritance woes, trophy wives, and trust fund babies 26:22

19d ago26:22

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In this intriguing episode of "Awkward Etiquette with Kiki Astor," we delve into the fascinating world of inheritance words, trophy wives, and trust funds, particularly within the realm of old money families. Join Kiki Astor as she unravels the complex social etiquettes and unspoken rules that govern the lives of the wealthy elite. Discover the nua…

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Shalom! 59:55

20d ago59:55

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Send us a Text Message. Sorry about audio issues on this one gang, not sure what is up. Will try to fix for next time. We hope you suffer through it because this was a really fun episode, but unfortunately when we laugh the audio clips . . . whoops. This week on the podcast, our friend David joins us to talk about a truly distinctive episode . 7th …

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Caddying for Reclaim 13 33:26

20d ago33:26

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"They say that love is blind, but it's trauma that's blind. Love sees what is." -Neil Strauss Tune in as we meet with Jacqueline Saunders, Events and PR Director for Reclaim 13. Reclaim 13 is an organization in the Chicagoland area dedicated to forging healing pathways for survivors of child sexual abuse and exploitation. In this episode of The App…

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Looking Up - 19 June 24 - Even NASA slips up in its communications 4:22

24d ago4:22

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Even NASA slips up in its communications from time to time. Recently they broadcast a medical emergency drill to their public livestream channel about the International Space Station by mistake. Kechil here attempts to recreate the drama.By Kechil Kirkham

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Looking Up - 12 June 24 - What do things in the universe taste like? 5:04

1M ago5:04

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What do things in the universe taste like? Kechil explores this with recent experiments and theory.By Kechil Kirkham

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This isn't a Dance, it's a Party!!! 31:02

1M ago31:02

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Send us a Text Message. Howdy ya'll, it's another Valentines's Day episode in which Eric does all sorts of research about sex in his church office, Robbie is back and continues to be the perfect Christian boyfriend despite Joy's temptress attempts, Lucy's writing is really not doing her any favors, Matt is living in the past, and Simon has a cool n…

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Looking Up - 05 June 24 - Voyager1 continues to deliver 6:05

1M ago6:05

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Voyager1 continues to deliver! An amazing piece of software engineering has fixed a problem. You too can track the two Voyagers here: https://voyager.jpl.nasa.gov/mission/status/By Kechil Kirkham

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Make Money That Matters: What the HAIL HAIL is The Appeal? 41:59

1M ago41:59

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Raise your hand if you've bid at a fundraiser before! If you haven't, don't feel left out! Chris Maliszewski and Syya Yasotornrat have your back! The Appeal is all about highlighting the many amazing organizations that are giving their all to support their respective causes to better the lives of others. Why should you care? Because you never know …

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Looking Up - 29 May 24 - How can the Sun affect our weather, aside from its obvious heat ? 5:46

2M ago5:46

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How can the Sun affect our weather, aside from its obvious heat. Given the spate of solar storms earlier in the month, Kechil has brought back Jacques van Delft to talk about how our Sun may affect our rainfall, with predictions about what we may expect this winter. If you would like to follow Jacques van Delft, here is his Facebook page on solar a…

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Take Him Out Back 56:22

2M ago56:22

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Send us a Text Message. It's an episode about drinking - a teen tv trope as old as time. Plus Matt is afraid to fly the coop and go to med school. Notably, even though he liked the episode Greg has a record number of plot remixes. We Drank: Oseki Sake Dry Check us out on Discord: https://discord.gg/5JVVYpPPcp…

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Looking Up - 22 May 24 - Kechil talks to the Director of the Solar Section of the Astronomical Society of SA 5:35

2M ago5:35

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Recently there has been a spate of solar storms. Kechil talks to the Director of the Solar Section of the Astronomical Society of Southern Africa, Jacques van Delft, about our nearest star and what it has been up to. If you would like to follow Jacques van Delft, here is his Facebook page on solar activities https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=…

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Serving Those Who Serve: Dave's Mission with OYR 41:27

2M ago41:27

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In this episode of the Appeal Podcast, we sit down with Dave Silver, the Founder of Operation Yellow Ribbon, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting veterans during deployment and upon their return home. Dave shares the inspiring story behind the inception of Operation Yellow Ribbon, detailing how a simple desire to support our service men…

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Where do you summer? How to vacation like old money 22:20

2M ago22:20

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Auntie Kiki is going on a trip! (No she is not "summering"- because she's Nouveau Pauvre!) But this got me thinking- old money people don't do summer like the rest of the population. Where do they go, what do they do, how do they speak of it and most importantly, how do you make your povvo staycation sound Old Money, how do you make your basic trav…

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Looking Up - 15 May 24 - 55 Cancri e is an odd one 5:04

2M ago5:04

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We are finding out more about planets outside of our solar system. 55 Cancri e is an odd one: it orbits its sun once every 17 Earth hours, and is only 2.3 kms away - can you imagine that? I wonder what it sounds like there. You would definitely not want to visit. It has a molton lava surface and is possibly made out of diamond!…

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Packing secrets of socialites: elegant travel tips 41:24

2M ago41:24

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Are you traveling soon, or wish you were? In this episode of Awkward Etiquette with Kiki Astor: - Discover why packing light can revolutionize your travel experience and make travel less stressful. - Dive into Auntie Kiki's exclusive packing hacks: Learn the tricks to maximize your space and and options. - Curate your chic carry-on capsule wardrobe…

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Fist to Face 38:19

2M ago38:19

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Send us a Text Message. It's a doozy - 7th Heaven takes on Islamophobia whilst making no reference to the political state of America in the early 2000's. You won't want to miss this blast from the past. We drank: Zero Gravity - Little Wolf Liquid Death - Severed Lime Check us out on Discord: https://discord.gg/5JVVYpPPcp…

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TURNING PENNIES INTO PRADA: AN AUCTIONEERS JOURNEY! 39:22

2M ago39:22

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Join Chris Maliszewski as he follows the inspiring journey of premier auctioneer, Chris Hensley, who has taken fundraising events from broke to bespoke in this captivating tale of resilience, hard work, and success. Chris Hensley is a nationally renowned charity and benefit auctioneer. Chris has helped hundreds of non-profit charities to raise more…

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Looking Up - 08 May 24 - New Boeing Starliner capsule 6:24

2M ago6:24

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Two items: the recently postponed launch of the new Boeing Starliner capsule and what will those astronauts wear? Plus, a new find: a very massive stellar black hole in our galaxy, 33 times the mass of our Sun.By Kechil Kirkham

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Graceful goodbyes: a funeral etiquette guide 41:24

2M ago41:24

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Yes, saying goodbye to loved ones is sad, but a funeral doesn't have to be all doom and gloom. Remember, it's about honoring the dearly departed and comforting the loved ones and family left behind. Get ready to lighten up the somber mood with Kiki Astor on this episode of the Awkward Etiquette podcast! We're diving into the unexpected world of fun…

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Looking Up - 01 May 24 - K2-18 b 4:41

2M ago4:41

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K2-18 b may be the location for our first detection of alien life. We will have to wait a few months for results of recent observations to become available. Spoiler alert: probably not life you could enjoy a cup of tea and a cosy fireside chat with.By Kechil Kirkham

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Old money rite of passage: boarding school 33:41

2M ago33:41

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Join Kiki Astor in a revealing exploration of the quintessential old money rite of passage: boarding school. In this enlightening episode, Kiki delves into the traditions, expectations, and unique social dynamics that shape the experiences of those groomed in the world of old money. Discover the secrets behind the prestigious institutions that have…

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It Was Pathetic 40:18

3M ago40:18

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Send us a Text Message. This week on the pod, Mrs. Riddle is back in Ruthie's life, Annie quits her job to aspire to be Aristotle, Simon gets in more car trouble, and Matt and Robbie fight again. Ben shows up too, idk it was a bad one! Greg Drank: Charm City Mead Check us out on Discord: https://discord.gg/5JVVYpPPcp…

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The Ultimate Gatsby Experience for Youth Support! 23:05

3M ago23:05

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Cash In Your Chips for Our Youth! Join us for the latest The Appeal podcast, featuring The Bridge, a dynamic youth-focused organization dedicated to being the primary referral source for youth, adolescents, and their families seeking emotional and behavioral support. We're celebrating The Bridge's mission and their innovative approach to supporting…

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Looking Up - 24 April 24 - 49 new galaxies detected by Dr Marcin Glowacki 5:37

3M ago5:37

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Dr Marcin Glowacki shares his brand new research, in which he has detected 49 new galaxies while he was looking for something else! Marcin and Kechil discuss star-forming galaxies.By Kechil Kirkham

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Cue the pregnant pause: the awkward etiquette of pregnancy 28:00

3M ago28:00

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Get ready to chuckle and cringe in equal measure on the latest episode of "Awkward Etiquette with Kiki Astor" as host Kiki Astor tackles the confounding and sometimes cringe-worthy world of pregnancy etiquette. From belly pats to baby showers, Kiki dishes out witty insights and practical advice on navigating these sticky social situations. Join Kik…

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Looking Up - 17 April 24 - Fast Radio Bursts 5:29

3M ago5:29

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Fast Radio Bursts: can we ever see them? What are they? Masters student Kira Hanmer is among the first in the world ever to go looking for these unexplained phenomena in the optical realm.By Kechil Kirkham

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Airplane etiquette: fly the polite skies 27:27

3M ago27:27

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Join your Auntie Kiki, etiquette expert, romance novelist, and nouveau pauvre jet setter Kiki Astor, on a journey through the dos and don'ts of airplane travel in this insightful episode of the "Awkward Etiquette with Kiki Astor" podcast. Whether you're a seasoned jet-setter or a first-time flyer, mastering airplane etiquette is essential for a smo…

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So fine. 42:21

3M ago42:21

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Send us a Text Message. This week the janky writing trend continues, we're done with parodying Survivor and have moved on to parodying the OJ Simpson car chase. Also, Matt and Robbie are at each other's throats for no apparent reason, Mary tries to strong arm her way into the Glen Oak fire department, and Ginger enlists Eric to help her with some s…

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Looking Up - 10 April 24 - PhD student Venu Prayag shares his interest in technosignatures 7:18

3M ago7:18

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Second year PhD student Venu Prayag shares his interest in technosignatures: a method of detecting alien activity emanating from planets outside of our solar system. He's optimistic we will find these soon, and with the South African instrument, MeerKAT, in the Northern Cape!By Kechil Kirkham

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Cocktails For Canines: Second City Rescue, Second Chances! 26:38

3M ago26:38

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Hail Hail! Welcome to our inaugural episode of The Appeal Podcast! We're rocking the April 13th upcoming Cocktails For Canines Event fundraiser for Second City Canine Rescue! This event will feature a live auction, delicious cocktails, and of course, adorable rescue dogs looking for their forever homes. By tuning in to this episode, you'll not only…

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From old money to nouveau pauvre or rags to riches? Navigating financial ups and downs in style 28:16

3M ago28:16

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Join Kiki Astor on a riveting episode of Awkward Etiquette as she delves into the complexities of transitioning between extreme socioeconomic statuses. In this thought-provoking discussion, Kiki shares her personal journey and insights on what it's truly like to experience the rollercoaster ride from riches to poverty and vice versa. From the nuanc…

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Looking Up - 03 April 24 - There will be a solar eclipse on 8 April 4:34

3M ago4:34

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There will be a solar eclipse on 8 April visible over Mexico, the southern and eastern United States, and part of Canada. It will not be visible over this continent. There are all manner of nutty things being said about it on the Internet. Enjoy!By Kechil Kirkham

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Secrets of old money aesthetic homes: Interior design hacks 27:44

3M ago27:44

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Join your Auntie Kiki, Kiki Astor, on the latest episode of the Awkward Etiquette podcast as she delves into the art of interior design, offering expert tips to transform your home into a haven of sophistication and elegance. Discover the secrets to infusing your home with the timeless charm and refinement of the old money aesthetic. From classic f…

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You'll Never Guess the Ending 44:44

3M ago44:44

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Send us a Text Message. I think it's better if you go into this one knowing nothing and waiting for the ending. Greg drank: Red Bear Brewing Co. Peak Bloom Morgan drank: water Check us out on Discord: https://discord.gg/5JVVYpPPcp

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Looking Up - 27 Mar 24 - So many satellites 5:06

4M ago5:06

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So many satellites: how do we stop them colliding with each other? space.com reveals the data.By Kechil Kirkham

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Sorry, not sorry- The delicate art of the apology 24:27

4M ago24:27

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Sometimes "sorry" is not an apology, but rather an insult. In this episode of Awkward Etiquette with Kiki Astor, we delve into the fine art of apologies. Tune in and explore the intricacies of saying sorry, including knowing when to apologize and when it's best to refrain. Discover essential etiquette tips on navigating social situations with grace…

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Old Money vs New Money Travel, Travel Dupes, Instagram Travel, and Palm Beach 31:39

4M ago31:39

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Modern Jet-Set Travel in the age of Instagram: Travel Tensions and the Palm Beach Identity Crisis Join romance author and etiquette maven, ex rich person Kiki Astor, as she celebrates the launch of the Palm Royale TV show on Apple TV and the release of her latest book, "Pink Palazzo," set against the opulent, tropical backdrop of Palm Beach. When y…

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The Joy Show 47:38

4M ago47:38

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Send us a Text Message. On today's episode we have the surprising combination of a Survivor parody (Outwit, Outplay, Outlast) and an overt promotional music video for the budding Christina Aguilara wannabe Joy Enriquez. It's different, for sure. This week we drank: Stateside Vodka Soda - Black Cherry Old Faithful - Water Check us out on Discord: ht…

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Looking Up - 13 Mar 24 - Leeuwenboschfontein Observatory 4:40

4M ago4:40

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Kechil spent a blissful weekend recently at a star-gazing event at Leeuwenboschfontein Observatory, and you can too! Here are some links which will take you there: https://www.leeuwenboschfontein.co.za/pages/lbf-astronomical-observatory/ https://www.facebook.com/LeeuwenboschfonteinObservatory/ The children of Bellville North Primary School joined f…

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The etiquette of insults: how to maintain your dignity around rude people 32:22

4M ago32:22

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Discover the Art of Graceful Comebacks and Social Poise in this 'The Awkward Etiquette with Kiki Astor' Podcast Episode. Respond to Insults with panache and confidence! Join etiquette expert Kiki Astor as she delves into the question of navigating insults with finesse. Learn the intricacies of maintaining your dignity while facing rude remarks, exp…

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The etiquette of dress codes, from the sublime to the ridiculous 35:09

4M ago35:09

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Dive into the world of dress codes with your hostess, your Auntie Kiki Astor, on this episode of the Awkward Etiquette podcast. From deciphering what dress codes entail to calling them out when they seem absurd, discover expert tips on navigating, adopting and enforcing dress standards gracefully. Gain valuable insights from the timeless wisdom of …

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Here We Go About the Attic Again 29:18

4M ago29:18

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Send us a Text Message. It's a clumsy plot about a family coup over the attic room, but also the prodigal son. The son is Mary, idk. This week we drank: Tsingtao Lager Join our discord server: https://discord.gg/6vQ7nPSH4m Check us out on Discord: https://discord.gg/5JVVYpPPcp

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Looking Up - 28 Feb 24 - Landing on the Moon is tricky 4:18

5M ago4:18

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Landing on the Moon is tricky - you try it! Kechil unpacks the latest in a crop of difficult endeavours, this time from a private company.By Kechil Kirkham

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