Best Latvia Weekly Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 0400: Beanpot Tourney; Flint Firebirds & Nathan Day's Record; Mikko Moving Again?; Miro, Pietrangelo Out/Doughty In; Ryan Suter 1500 Games; Clean Sheet Hockey/Mason St. Louis; Wkly Poll & More 1:40:33

7d ago1:40:33

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We are entering the break for the 4 Nations Tournament. Everyone not participating get some rest. As they say though, no rest for the wicked…or the Two Man Forecheck! Here is another episode for your listening enjoyment: Beanpot Tourney/Colton Hargrove: 0:00 – 19:47 Flint Firebirds/Nathan Day: 19:47 – 31:45 Mikko Moving Again: 31:45 – 59:15 Miro, P…

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Giacomo Meyerbeer (1791-1864) 1:14:29

9d ago1:14:29

1:14:29

Curtain-up on the life of 19th-century opera star Giacomo Meyerbeer, with Donald Macleod With smash hits including 'Robert le diable', 'Les Huguenots' and 'Le Prophète', Giacomo Meyerbeer was one of the most performed composers on the 19th-century stages: (re)discover the celebrated King of Grand Opera, in his own quasi-operatic life of sparkling s…

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Episode 0399: Upcoming Schedules; Taylor Hall; All Trades; Allan Walsh & Expansion; Torts Benches Michkov; San Jose; Paul Maurice; Poll QuestionsWorst Tweet of the Week and More! 1:58:05

14d ago1:58:05

1:58:05

The end of January brought us a couple trades, leading into a frenzy on the first day of February. Miller, Rantanen, Taylor Hall are all off the board. How many more dominoes will fall before actual trade deadline day? We talk about these trades and more. Here is the breakdown… Hockey Upcoming Schedules: 0:00 – 14:41 Taylor Hall Moving and Others: …

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Voices of Terezin 1:19:43

16d ago1:19:43

1:19:43

Composer of the Week marks 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz with a series commemorating some of the musical voices that were silenced by the atrocities of the Second World War. This week, Donald Macleod focuses on the penultimate destination of these musicians, the Nazi concentration camp at Terezin, and the incredible story of creative r…

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Episode 0398: Hall & Rantanen to the 'Canes; Borgen Signs; McDavid Suspended; Womens' Beanpot; 4 Nations Goalies; Gigi Marvin; Bad Trade on X; Poll Question and More! 1:42:50

21d ago1:42:50

1:42:50

January is quickly coming to an end. The mens’ Beanpot and the 4 Nations tournaments are right around the corner. We keep talking hockey here at the Forecheck and will be talking more about these tourneys as they get closer. For the moment, here is the breakdown for this week’s show… Hall & Rantanen to the Canes: 0:00 – 19:38 Will Borgen Signs with…

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Imogen Holst (1907-1984) 1:08:27

23d ago1:08:27

1:08:27

Donald Macleod delves into the life and music of Imogen Holst Imogen Holst was a significant part of the British classical music scene during the twentieth century. Daughter of Gustav Holst, Imogen was raised in an artistic environment, and her early aspirations were to be a dancer. However, after studying at the Royal College of Music, Imogen Hols…

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Episode 0397: Womens' Beanpot Tourney; Womens' World Championship; Flyer Fans Love Cutter; Mid-Season Surprises; Rich Keefe Trolling; Panarin's Next Contract; Weekly Poll Question & More! 1:47:54

1M ago1:47:54

1:47:54

Most teams have hit the 41 game mark, half way through the season. We talk about our season surprises thus far this year, as well as some other interesting topics. Here is the rundown this week: Women’s Beanpot Tourney: 0:00 – 9:00 Women’s World Championship Roster: 9:00 – 16:55 Flyers’ Fans Love Cutter: 16:55 – 27:54 Midpoint Surprises: 27:54 – 1:…

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Michel Legrand (1932-2019) 1:14:37

1M ago1:14:37

1:14:37

Donald Macleod delves into the life and music of Michel Legrand Michel Legrand is best known for creating the soundtracks for over 200 films, including The Umbrellas of Cherbourg, The Thomas Crown Affair and The Go-Between. But he had an insatiable creative spirit that led him into the world of theatre, ballet, opera and more. Donald is joined by t…

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Episode 0396: B's Losing Streak; Sean Higgins; the Poll Question; World Juniors Men & Women; The Other Capitals Stud; Habs Open For Business; Canucks Rumors and More! 1:55:44

1M ago1:55:44

1:55:44

With the holidays in the past, we start the new year with a new show from the Forecheck crew. We hope everyone had a nice break, but its back to work. The first show of 2025 is a little longer, but we will be back to form this weekend. Here is the breakdown… Bruins’ Losing Streak: 0:00 – 27:15 Sean Higgins: 27:15 – 42:20 Poll Question: 42:20 – 57:5…

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Schubert and Vienna 1:14:41

1M ago1:14:41

1:14:41

Donald Macleod explores Vienna in the company of Franz Schubert Of all Europe’s major cities, perhaps Vienna is the one with the reputation as the most comfortable, the most sophisticated, and the most musical. In fact, has any other city been home to so many great composers as Vienna? Mozart, Beethoven, Haydn, and Salieri all spent their best year…

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Episode 0395: Ovi's Back; World Juniors & Latvia; Schaefer Injured; Cole Hutson; Rangers Trade; Prime Waived; Brind 'Amour Fastest to 300; Poll Questions and More! 1:46:36

2M ago1:46:36

1:46:36

Christmas has come and gone for another year. The new year is starting in less than a week. Can we now focus on important things…like hockey! The World Juniors are happening, we have the NHL and the PWHL. The Winter Classic will take place in a few days, 4 Nations is fast approaching and college hockey is ongoing. With all this, we have another sho…

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Christmas in Latvia 1:21:06

2M ago1:21:06

1:21:06

Donald Macleod visits the city of Riga to experience the seasonal music and Christmas traditions of Latvia – a country overflowing with choral excellence. Music Featured: trad.: Kaladô (arr. J. Vaivods)Dubra: Duo SeraphimDubra: In Nativitate Domini (excerpts)anon.: Res est admirabilisDubra: Te DeumPēteris Butāns: In the Beginning was the WordPrauli…

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Episode 0394: World Juniors; Playoff Odds; Wahlstrom/Regula; D Pairings; Jarmo Fired; Trade Rumors; Brady Tkachuk/Josh Norris; Ovi Back?; Ducks Tanking and More! 2:04:09

2M ago2:04:09

2:04:09

We are 10 days from the big guy’s arrival but we are receiving presents even now. The Bruins have made a claim, Ovi may be close to returning and the hockey scene is heating up with the World Juniors. And for you, we have another episode for your listening enjoyment. Here is the menu… World Juniors: 0:00 – 12:36 Playoff Odds from Moneypuck: 12:36 –…

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A Latin American Christmas 1:09:17

2M ago1:09:17

1:09:17

Kate Molleson journeys through the Christmas season in Latin America, introducing the composers who shaped local festivities across centuries and longitudes. From cathedrals to countryside to the deep heat of megacities, we revel in music for worship, friendship, family and fiestas. Music Featured: Trad: Esta Noche es NochebuenaJuan Garcia de Zespe…

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Episode 0393: Trouba Traded/Shesterkin Signed; Tomasino, Jiricek, Annunen Traded; PWHL & the Takeover Tour; Four Nations Face-off Rosters; James Hagans #1 Prospect & Twitter Poll and More! 1:47:25

2M ago1:47:25

1:47:25

As we creep into December, the new year is approaching fast and so are the tournaments around the world. The World Juniors, the Takeover Tour in the PWHL, the 4 Nations Tourney and here in New England the Beanpot. It’s a great time for hockey and our show. Here is the breakdown: Trouba Traded/Shesterkin Signs: 0:00 – 50:45 PWHL and the Takeover Tou…

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Luise Adolpha Le Beau (1850-1927) 1:15:31

2M ago1:15:31

1:15:31

Donald Macleod delves into the life of Luise Adolpha Le Beau Luise Adolpha Le Beau was a German composer, concert pianist, teacher and music critic. Although her music was performed as far afield as Calcutta and Sydney, her story is one of continual struggle for recognition and respect. Le Beau frequently met opposition to her works and to performa…

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A Chat With Irish Brewing Pioneer Shane Long 31:31

3M ago31:31

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In this episode, we sit down with Shane Long, a legend in Irish brewing and the founder of both Franciscan Well Brewery, one of Ireland’s first microbreweries, and the brand-new Changing Times Brewery in Dublin. Shane shares his incredible journey from entering the industry in the 1990s when “craft beer” wasn’t even a term, to building and selling …

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Episode 0392: 4 Surprises; Bruins Make a Change; Ovi's Broken Leg; The Predators; Taylor Hall & Kaiden Guhle; Leafs Need a...Forward; The Poll Question & More! 1:41:46

3M ago1:41:46

1:41:46

Thanksgiving approaches in the U.S. and we may finally have an idea who will be in the playoffs but they are still a bit away from that. We have seen our first head coaching change this seaon. And swiftly thereafter, our second. That being said, here is the rest of the show… Four Surprises: 0:00 – 36:48 Boston Makes a Change: 36:48 – 1:12:39 Ovi’s …

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Henry Purcell (1659-1695) 1:08:58

3M ago1:08:58

1:08:58

Donald Macleod explores Henry Purcell’s London Henry Purcell was the most important English composer of the era, described as the "Orpheus Britannicus" for his ability to combine Baroque counterpoint with dramatic settings of English words. He composed music for the church, the royal court, the theatre and for England’s newly emerging concert scene…

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Introducing Culture and History: The London Beer Floods 11:14

3M ago11:14

11:14

This is a special episode containing and episode of a 2nd podcast I released. I'm lucky enough that, in addition to all the brewers, I've also managed to talk to beer historians, archaeologists, and those with insights into beers place in culture and history. But there are plenty of people who have published interesting documents but who I will nev…

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The extratime Voice Notes Podcast - Season 2 - Episode 51 - A Final Season Wrap with Oisin Langan, Barry Murphy and Gareth McGlynn 32:53

3M ago32:53

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Send your your thoughts, opinions or feedback on any topics discussed on our podcasts A final Voice Notes for the 2024 League of Ireland season as Oisin, Barry and Gareth chat about how the season ended! Support the showBy extratime.com

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Episode 0391: B's Rumors & Issues; Nurse Hit by Reaves; Auston Matthews Still Out; Potential Cap Increase; 4 Nations Rosters & Erik Karlsson; AIC Dropping to Division II; Weekly Poll Question & More! 1:37:38

3M ago1:37:38

1:37:38

As we approach American Thanksgiving, Mike says that the NHL Standings are starting to show us just which teams will make the playoffs. Chris still believes there may be some room for movement. One thing we both agree on, the Bruins have some work to do to right the ship. We discuss that and more this week. Here is the line-up… Bruins Rumors and Is…

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Ballroom Blockbusters 1:05:23

3M ago1:05:23

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Donald Macleod takes a whirl around the world through the music of ballroom dancing. With the help of Hilary French, author of Ballroom: A People’s History of Dancing, Donald waltzes across Viennese ballrooms, foxtrots through New York clubs, tries the tango in the arrabales of Buenos Aires, sambas on the streets of Salvador and finally cha-cha-cha…

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Bud Powell (1924-1966) 1:30:14

3M ago1:30:14

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Kate Molleson explores the life and work of the amazing Bud Powell This week Kate Molleson explores the life and work of a jazz giant in his centenary year: the amazing Bud Powell, in the company of Powell’s biographer Peter Pullman. Focusing on Bud Powell as a performer, prioritising his own compositions but also appreciating the art of improvisat…

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Episode 0390: Jusse Saros; Lukas Dostal; The DoPS Gets It Right; NHL Edge Stats; Tyler Signed; PWHL News; Trouba Trade Poll; Jack Edwards Tribute; Tage Meet...Tage & More! 1:55:38

3M ago1:55:38

1:55:38

Another week in the books and some things still have not changed. We may be seeing what the end of the season looks like right now. We talked a lot about goaltenders this week and paid tribute to the voice of a franchise for the last two decades. Here is how this week’s episode shakes out… Saros Makes the Save: 0:00 – 8:40 Dostal Holds Net in Anahe…

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Episode 0389: Rookie of the Month; The Providence Bruins; Boston Bruins Bad/Monty Fired?; Avalanche Mailbag; Rangers Cap Trouble/Trading Trouba?; Poll Question, Power Play & More! 1:48:39

3M ago1:48:39

1:48:39

Hello and welcome to November hockey fans! The weather may eventually change, and the standings may change as well. This week’s show may be a little Boston focused, but we do touch on other subjects. Just look at the breakdown… Michkov, Rookie of the Month: 0:00 – 16:59 The Providence Bruins: 16:59 – 29:40 Bruins Bad? And Fire Montgomery?: 29:40 – …

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Franz Liszt (1811-1886) 1:14:59

4M ago1:14:59

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Donald Macleod uncovers key aspects of Liszt’s soul and identity Franz Liszt was the original musical heartthrob - the most photographed man of the 19th century, who left a legacy of more than 700 compositions and in the course of his career made well over 1000 concert appearances. With his electrifying talent at the keyboard, he transformed the st…

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Episode 0388: Jets Flying High; Tage Thompson Hardest Shot; USA Women Para Ice Hockey; Marchand's Extension; Saad/McCann Milestones; Bennie's Buddies; Poll Questions & More! 1:39:35

4M ago1:39:35

1:39:35

As we approach Halloween and close out the month of October, the NHL is in full swing and there are clearly some teams that are not playing up to their standards. We discuss one team that is meeting that high bar and whether they can continue on their current trajectory. Here is the breakdown of the show… Winnipeg Jets Flying High: 0:00 – 31:41 Tag…

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The extratime Voice Notes Podcast - Season 2 - Episode 50 - Keith Treacy, Ruadhri Higgins, Stephen Kenny, Conor Kearns, Stephen Finn, Donal Ryan, Barry Murphy 41:52

4M ago41:52

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Send your your thoughts, opinions or feedback on any topics discussed on our podcasts On this edition of the Voice Notes podcast with Oisin Langan, we hear from: Keith Treacy Ruadhri Higgins Stephen Kenny Conor Kearns Stephen Finn Donal Ryan Barry Murphy Support the showBy extratime.com

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Margaret Bonds (1913-1972) 1:16:25

4M ago1:16:25

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Donald Macleod explores the life and music of African American composer Margaret Bonds This week, Donald Macleod is joined by musicologist and pianist Dr Samantha Ege to delve into the life and music of African American pioneer composer, Margaret Bonds (1913-1972). Bonds was one of the most important composers and pianists of her time. She wrote se…

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Episode 0387: NHL Standings; B's Lineup Changes; Predators Issues; PWHL Schedule, Locations & Potential Labor Issues; UNH Awards; Sudbury Standoff; Poll Questions & More! 1:33:23

4M ago1:33:23

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With 6 or 7 games under their belts, the NHL teams have shown that where they are now may not be where they will finish the season. That being said, there are still a few surprises at the start of the season. The Forecheck touches on them and other stories, so here is the breakdown… NHL Standings & Surprises: 0:00 – 23:59 Bruins Line Changes: 23:59…

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The extratime Voice Notes Podcast - Season 2 - Episode 49 - The title race continues - Stephen McPhail - Paul Crowley - Jon Flanagan - Johnny McDonnell 15:08

4M ago15:08

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Send your your thoughts, opinions or feedback on any topics discussed on our podcasts On this edition of the Voice Notes podcast with Oisin Langan, we hear from: Paul Crowley and Stephen McPhail on Drogheda United's defeat to Shamrock Rovers. Jon Flanagan on Dundalk's devastation and Derry City's win Johnny McDonnell on St. Patrick's Athletic win o…

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LW #233: Budget Pain, Drug Busts, and News from October 5th - 16th, 2024 1:07:18

4M ago1:07:18

1:07:18

As Latvia's coalition forces compromise on a budget, law enforcement crack down on one of the largest drug producing operations in Latvian history. Otto and Joe discuss these and other stories such as a smartphone ban, the announcement of candidates for the upcoming Riga city council election, and important trip to Moldova, and more!…

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A Chat With Métaphore Beer Owner, Jiří Sládek 1:11:01

4M ago1:11:01

1:11:01

In this episode, I chat with Jiří Sládek, founder of Métaphore Beer, one of the most unique and thoughtful breweries in the Czech Republic. Jiří, who describes himself as an “esoteric beer artist,” shares his philosophy-driven approach to brewing, emphasizing authenticity, subtlety, and elegance. He discusses how Métaphore, though a small brewery w…

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The extratime Voice Notes Podcast - Season 2 - Episode 48 - Keith Ward - Alan Reynolds - Aaron Bolger 11:01

4M ago11:01

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Send your your thoughts, opinions or feedback on any topics discussed on our podcasts On this edition of the Voice Notes podcast with Oisin Langan, we hear from: Keith Ward Alan Reynolds Aaron Bolger Support the showBy extratime.com

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Episode 0386: Verhaeghe Locked Up; Igor Says No; Price Declines Job Offer; Celebrini Out; NCAA Still Deciding; Guenther & Utah; Top 5 List; X Polls; B's 1st Impressions & More! 1:44:28

4M ago1:44:28

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So here we are, one week into the season and to have Mike tell it, we now know how the standings will shake out at the end of the season. Chris isn’t so sure, but it does tell us some things and we discuss them during this week’s episode. Here is the lineup… FLA v BOS & Verhaeghe Locked Up: 0:00 – 26:23 Igor Rebuffs Rangers’ Offer: 26:23 – 38:13 Ca…

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Charles Ives (1874-1954) 1:15:14

4M ago1:15:14

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Kate Molleson delves into the life and music of the “Yankee Maverick”, Charles Ives. Charles Ives is considered a leading American composer of the early 20th century. Known for many musical innovations, his was a unique voice, a pioneer who combined elements of Western and American music traditions. He’s also been called a Yankee Maverick and much …

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