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Are you looking for a more interesting way to learn English? English Learning for Curious Minds is a podcast for intermediate-advanced English learners. Learn weird and wonderful things about the world at the same time as improving your English. Every episode comes with an interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary and is spoken at a speed you can understand. Join listeners from 189 countries and discover a more interesting way of improving your English. Find the bonus episodes, in ...
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The year is 2039. A group of scientists, linguists and historians have invented a time travel machine. Each can return to a place and time, but only for one hour. Some choose to go back to change the course of world history, while others go back to a period in their personal lives. One even travels to the future. It doesn’t quite go as planned… Told in eight parts, this series features your favourite English Language podcasters. Free interactive transcripts & translations in 12 languages are ...
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My vision is to give you the best examples of books to spark your career, boost your business, rule your own life and be a better person. Check out also my personal website: www.cholost.com. Old shows - https://drive.google.com/open?id=1MS81zAS8bGYhyioWR3-dSReUujy5ZXuM Episode 1 D.Carnagie - Jak zdobyć przyjaciół i zjednać sobie ludzi; Episode 2 A.Vance - Elon Musk Biografia twórcy PayPal, Tesla, SpaceX; Episode 3 L.A. Lofton - Warren Buffett inwestuje jak dziewczyna. Dlaczego powinieneś iść ...
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RaphaCast

Raphael Amorim

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Each episode is a different interview that explores software engineering, expat life, work culture, mental health and other things. Contains episodes in english and portuguese. Find me on Instagram by @ph.ael or Twitter by @raphamorims. Illustration created by Leonardo Carvalho (@itsleodraws on Instagram). Opening song "Slow Burn" by Kevin MacLeod.
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Retro Movie Roundtable

Russell Guest, Bryan Frye, Chad Robinson, Dustin Melbardis, Lizzy Haynes

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Join the Retro Movie Roundtable. They rewatch classic movies spanning a vast array of genres from a decade ago and beyond then break them down. If you love movies, you will love these guys. Do these movies hold up? Find out on the Retro Movie Roundtable. Retro, Retro Movies, Classic Movies, Vintage Movies, Movie Podcast, Movie Reviews, Movie Talk, Movie Analysis, Great Movies, Movie Lovers, Movie Fans, Old Movies, Movie Fanatics, Movie History, Movie Appreciation, Memorable Movies, Notable M ...
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The Daily Gardener

Jennifer Ebeling

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The Daily Gardener is a podcast about Garden History and Literature. The podcast celebrates the garden in an "on this day" format and every episode features a Garden Book. Episodes are released M-F.
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RMR 0281: Special Guest, Will Grouch joins your hosts Russell Guest, and Dustin Melbardis for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (1993) [PG] Genre: Animation, Superhero, Mystery, Crime, Action, Adventure Starring: Kevin Conroy, Dana Delany, Hart Bochner, Stacy Keach, Abe Vigoda, Dick Miller, John P. Ryan, Efrem …
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Discover the incredible story of The Great Canadian Maple Syrup Robbery, where cunning criminals stole $18 million worth of maple syrup. In this episode, we'll learn about the surprising details of this sticky crime and the unusual fight between the free market and government regulation in the world of Canadian maple syrup. Maple syrup: liquid gold…
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RMR 0280: Special Guest, Derek Diamond, from the Nerd Cave Retro & The Derek Diamond Experience Podcasts, joins your hosts Bryan Frye, and Chad Robinson for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) [PG] Genre: Comedy, Adventure Starring: Judith Hoag, Elias Koteas, Josh Pais, David Forman, Brian Tochi, Leif Tild…
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RMR 0279: Join your hosts Bryan Frye, Dustin Melbardis, and Lizzy Haynes for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit As Above So Below (2014) [R] Genre: Horror, Mystery, Thriller, Found Footage Starring: Perdita Weeks, Ben Feldman, Edwin Hodge, François Civil, Marion Lambert, Ali Marhyar, Cosme Castro, Hamid Djavadan, Théo Cholbi, Emy Lévy Direc…
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RMR 0278: Special Guest, Director, Rob Mabry, joins your hosts Chad Robinson, and Russell Guest for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit Dirty, Rotten Scoundrels (1988) [PG] Also check out Rob Marbry’s films The Legend of El Chupacabra (2023) and award winning short film, Spare Me (2024) Genre: Comedy, Crime, Caper, Farce Starring: Steve Mart…
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RMR 0277: Special Guest, Matt Kerker joins your hosts Dustin Melbardis, and Lizzy Hayness for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit Yellowbeard (1983) [R] Genre: Comedy, Adventure Starring: Graham Chapman, Peter Boyle, Cheech Marin, Tommy Chong, Peter Cook, Marty Feldman, Martin Hewitt, Michael Hordern, Eric Idle, Madeline Kahn, James Mason, J…
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George Best is seen as one of the most naturally talented footballers ever, but off the pitch, he battled demons. From his glittering career at Manchester United to his struggles with alcoholism, in this episode, we'll learn about the wild life of one of football's greats. Life and career of George Best Comparison with modern footballers George Bes…
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RMR 0275: Join your hosts Bryan Frye, Dustin Melbardis, and Lizzy Hayness for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit The Last Samurai (2003) [R] Genre: Action, Drama Starring: Tom Cruise, Ken Watanabe, Koyuki, Timothy Spall, Shin Koyamada, Tony Goldwyn, Masato Harada, Shichinosuke Nakamura, Hiroyuki Sanada, Seizo Fukumoto, Billy Connolly, Shun …
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In this milestone episode, we will deviate from the usual style of weird and wonderful stories. Instead, I'll take you behind the scenes of the podcast, share some never-before-revealed information, and tell you about an update to our programming schedule. Introduction & Milestone Celebration Starting the Podcast Journey Behind the Scenes: Research…
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Some call it a miracle drug, others warn of its potentially damaging long-term effects on people and society. In this episode, we'll look at the history of this drug, how it works, why it's popular, and what it reveals about American food and healthcare systems. Introduction to Ozempic American obesity and food issues How Ozempic works History and …
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The UK has a new Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, and Labour is back in power. We discuss what this means for Britain, including Starmer's background, his proposed policies, and the challenges that lie ahead. Results of the UK general election New Prime Minister: Keir Starmer Labour Party’s winning manifesto Background on Keir Starmer Proposed policie…
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The Haitian Revolution is a story of extreme violence, hope, and human rights. Learn how slaves in Saint-Domingue fought against brutal conditions and multiple European powers to establish the first free black-led nation in the world. Overview of the Haitian Revolution Toussaint L’Ouverture’s early life and significance Colonisation of Saint-Doming…
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RMR 0274: Special Guest, Heath Lynch, of the Franchise Paradiso Podcast, joins your hosts Chad Robinson and Russell Guest for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit The Hustler (1961) [PG-13] Genre: Drama, Sports Starring: Paul Newman, Jackie Gleason, Piper Laurie, George C. Scott, Myron McCormick, Murray Hamilton, Michael Constantine, Stefan G…
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In this episode, we'll travel back to the 1990s and uncover the story of "Cool Britannia," a time when Britain experienced a cultural renaissance. From Oasis to Tony Blair, The Spice Girls to Damien Hirst, we'll learn how politics, music, fashion, and art intertwined to create one of the most vibrant eras in recent British history. Cool Britannia: …
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RMR 0273: Special Guest, Derick McDuff, from the the Underrated Podcast, joins your hosts Dustin Melbardis and Lizzy Haynes for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit The Red Shoes (1948) [PG] Genre: Musical, Romance, Drama Starring: Anton Walbrook, Marius Goring, Moira Shearer, Robert Helpmann, Albert Bassermann, Léonide Massine, Esmond Knight…
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JK Rowling, famous for Harry Potter, is now at the centre of a controversial debate on transgender rights. We'll explore her views, why they've sparked so much outrage and support, and the impact on free speech laws in the UK. JK Rowling and her views on transgenderism Tweet supporting Maya Forstater’s views on sex and gender Public reaction: suppo…
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RMR 0272: Join your hosts Chad Robinson, Dustin Melbardis, and Russell Guest for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit Spirited Away (2001) [PG] Genre: Animation, Adventure, Family, Fantasy Starring: Daveigh Chasxe, Jason Marsden, Suzanne Pleshette, David Ogden Stiers, Susan Egan, Paul Eiding, John Ratzenberger, Bob Bergen, Tatsuya Gashūin, Ro…
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RMR 0271: Special Guest, Nick Roth, a TV writer and indie filmmaker, joins your hosts Lizzy Haynes and Russell Guest for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit The Iron Tank Girl (1995) [R] Genre: Action, Comedy, Science Fiction Starring: Lori Petty, Ice-T, Naomi Watts, Don Harvey, Jeff Kober, Reg E. Cathey, Scott Coffey, Malcolm McDowell, Stac…
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John Stonehouse, a promising British politician, disappeared off the Miami coast. Had he drowned in a swimming accident? Had he been eaten by sharks? To everyone's surprise, he turned up in Australia a few weeks later with a new identity... John Stonehouse: Charismatic British politician Disappeared from a Miami beach in 1974 Mysterious reappearanc…
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What's the difference between the North and the South of England? And when does the "North" end and the "South" start? In this episode, we'll explore these questions, and touch on differences in accents, lifestyles, and even what people call their evening meal. The origins of the north-south divide in England The fuzzy line dividing north and south…
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RMR 0270: Special Guest, Quinn Que, joins your hosts Lizzy Haynes and Russell Guest for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit The Iron Giant (1999) [PG] Genre: Animation, Action, Adventure, Science Fiction Starring: Jennifer Aniston, Harry Connick Jr., Vin Diesel, James Gammon, Cloris Leachman, Christopher McDonald, John Mahoney, Eli Marientha…
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Robert Fortune, a Scottish botanist, pulled off one of history's greatest acts of corporate espionage: stealing the secrets of tea production from China. In this episode we'll explore his daring adventure, the fascinating world of 19th-century tea trade, and how his actions forever changed the global tea industry. Robert Fortune's theft of tea from…
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RMR 0269: Special Guest, Jayson Johnson of Strike Five Films, joins your hosts Bryan Frye and Dustin Melbardis for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit Following (1998) [R] Genre: Crime, Mystery, Thriller Starring: Jeremy Theobald, Alex Haw, Lucy Russell, John Nolan, Dick Bradsell, Gillian El-Kadi, Jennifer Angel, Nicolas Carlotti Director: C…
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Ayn Rand is one of the most controversial thinkers of the 20th century. In this episode, we'll explore her philosophy of Objectivism, which champions rational self-interest and free-market capitalism, and discuss why her ideas remain divisive today. Ayn Rand's life and background Philosophy of Objectivism "The Fountainhead" and its themes Success a…
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RMR 0268: Join your hosts Bryan Frye, Dustin Melbardis, and Lizzy Haynes for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit Lucky Number Slevin (2006) [R] Genre: Crime, Drama, Thriller, Starring: Josh Hartnett, Bruce Willis, Lucy Liu, Morgan Freeman, Ben Kingsley, Michael Rubenfeld, Peter Outerbridge, Stanley Tucci, Kevin Chamberlin, Dorian Missick, My…
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RMR 0267: Join your hosts Bryan Frye, Dustin Melbardis, and Russell Gueast for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit The Pianist (2002) [R] Genre: War, Biography, Drama, Music, Period Piece, WWII Starring: Adrien Brody, Thomas Kretschmann, Frank Finlay, Maureen Lipman, Emilia Fox, Ed Stoppard, Julia Rayner, Jessica Kate Meyer, Ronan Vibert, Ru…
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Meet Marcus Aurelius, the Roman Emperor who combined power with philosophy. In this episode, we'll learn about his famous work, "Meditations", and explore five key ideas that still resonate today. Introduction to Marcus Aurelius Importance of his book "Meditations" Control what you can, ignore what you can't Live according to nature and rationality…
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RMR 0266: Special Guest, Nick Santa Maria, from the Abbott and Costello Comedy Historian Podcast, joins your host Russell Guest for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit Duck Soup (1933) [PG] Genre: Comedy, Musical, War Starring: The Marx Brothers, Groucho Marx, Harpo Marx, Chico Marx, Zeppo Marx, Margaret Dumont, Raquel Torres, Louis Calhern,…
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The British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has called an early general election in the UK, surprising many. We'll explore why he made this decision, the main themes of the election, and who could be the next Prime Minister. Rishi Sunak calls an early election for July 4th. History of Conservative leadership since 2010. British Prime Ministers’ unpopula…
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RMR 0265: Join your hosts Chad Robinson, Dustin Melbardis, and Lizzy Haynes for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit It Real Genius (1985) [PG] Genre: Comedy, Science Fiction, Romance Starring: Val Kilmer, Gabriel Jarret, Michelle Meyrink, William Atherton, Robert Prescott, Jon Gries, Mark Kamiyama, Ed Lauter, Louis Giambalvo, Patti D'Arbanvi…
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Ice cream vans can be a sweet memory for many, but for Glasgow in the 1980s, they were anything but. From selling drugs to inciting gang wars and even murder, we'll uncover the dark and shocking tale of the Glasgow Ice Cream Wars. Background to The Glasgow Ice Cream Wars Ice cream vans in Glasgow Living conditions in Glasgow schemes Ice cream van t…
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RMR 0264: Special Guest, William Hunter from HunterWick Productions, joins your hosts, Dustin Melbardis, and Russell Guest for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit Tron (1982) [PG] Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Action Starring: Jeff Bridges, Bruce Boxleitner, David Warner, Cindy Morgan, Barnard Hughes, Dan Shor, Peter Jurasik, Stuart Tho…
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