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Every month madness- the show that knows any month is a good month to pit your favorite pop culture against itself in a tournament-style, winner-take-all battle royale! If you like listening to the hottest content and culture creators of our day emobroiled in needless pop culture arguments and impossible affirmations of dominance.... we got a show for you.
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For seekers and achievers looking for inspiration, advice and tools to maximize their success and personal happiness. Join journalist and award-winning writer Seline Shenoy as she explores mindsets, strategies and habits to tap into your full potential in your personal and professional life. Seline also speaks with thought leaders in personal empowerment, spirituality, culture and social justice.
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“Representation Matters” is a slogan that speaks to the importance of portraying minority communities on national and global platforms in genuine and positive ways. Every person experiences the world differently - that’s why everyone deserves to feel visible and have their reality, values, and perspective affirmed. However, representation is not al…
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Osmo Vänskä/Minnesota Orchestra – Mahler: Symphony No. 9 (BIS) Jump to giveaway form New Classical Tracks - Osmo Vanska by In the past few months, Osmo Vänskä has conducted from a wheelchair, a stool and now, finally, standing up after suffering a bad fall and shattering his pelvis. There’s a lot of metal keeping him going, he says, and that’s anot…
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For over five decades, Billy Joel's illustrious career has produced a wealth of media, capturing his journey as one of the 20th century's most celebrated songwriters. Enter John Jackson, Billy's full-time archivist, tasked with collecting and organizing artifacts that range from photos and newspaper clippings to studio outtakes and raw video footag…
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In this episode, we explore pregnancy and birth in the justice system. What are the experiences of those who enter prison pregnant and are faced with giving birth inside? And what impact does imprisoning pregnant women have on their safety, and their baby’s? To help us explore these questions, Edwina spoke to Dr Laura Abbott, a registered midwife a…
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Original air date: February 26, 2018 The concept of archetypes has been prevalent since the dawn of time. It’s been a recurrent motif or symbol in art, religions, mythology, fairy tales and literature. Today we encounter them in novels, movies, stage shows or tarot cards. The common ones include the hero, the villain, the sidekick, the damsel in di…
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Most people overlook attention to detail because it’s not always fun – it requires hard work and fully applying ourselves to a task. Others believe that the excess information provided by paying attention to detail often goes unnoticed. But to be truly exceptional, we must devote ourselves to the quality of our work because people do notice. In thi…
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Mehmet Ali Sanlikol and A Far Cry — A Gentleman of Istanbul (Crier) New Classical Tracks - Mehmet Ali Sanlikol by Mehmet Ali Sanlikol is a Turkish American composer and multi-instrumentalist who grew up surrounded by Western classical piano music. Then, he discovered jazz. He moved to Boston to study at the Berklee College of Music. And today, he’s…
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We all want to live in an empowering home environment that brings out our best. We also want to shape our homes to reflect who we want to be and align them with our behavior and purpose. My guest, Emily Grosvenor, believes that we can make this a reality with conscious effort. She says our homes hold limitless opportunities to create meaning and in…
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Boundaries protect us from harmful people and energies. They ensure we have enough personal space to engage in activities that nurture us. However, defining and communicating them to others is up to us. Boundary-setting is a skill set we can develop to enhance our relationships. These seven steps and knowing the differences between healthy vs. unhe…
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Brooklyn Rider — The Wanderer (Icy Cold Records) New Classical Tracks - Nicholas Cords by “We think of the string quartet as a laboratory and learning experience of which there is no end,” says Nicholas Cords the violist for Brooklyn Rider. “We've done so much over our nearly 20-year history, and I think it would be as interesting to us if we only …
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Fans and critics alike took Billy Joel’s live shows in 1976 and 1977 as a sign that Turnstiles was going to be his big break. That wasn’t the case, but it wasn’t for lack of trying. Starting six weeks before the album’s May 1976 release, the Turnstiles tour was Billy’s most intense schedule to date. It still stacks up against his busiest chart-topp…
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In this week’s episode, Edwina explores what rights mothers in the justice system have. She speaks to Kate Lill, Women Prisoners Caseworker at the Prisoners’ Advice Service, whose role involves providing free legal advice to women in prison, and making sure they are able to assert their rights. Prisoners’ Advice Service (PAS) are a charity providin…
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Original air date: October 20, 2020 Have you ever asked yourself, what is the secret of genius? All of us have this dream of tapping into the infinite potential of our minds and creativity. My guest, Michael J. Gelb has invested years of intense study and research to understand some of the most brilliant creative geniuses of our time. Michael is a …
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When you think about your work, finances, social life, relationships, or the number on a weighing scale, where do you have to be to feel content in each area? You may have noticed that being content has a short shelf-life. It’s not easy to hold onto that emotion unless we intervene with deliberate thoughts about the experience. But there are certai…
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JoAnn Falletta and the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra — Danny Elfman: Violin Concerto 'Eleven Eleven' & Adolphus Hailstork: Piano Concerto No. 1 (Naxos) New Classical Tracks - JoAnn Falletta by “I've been doing a lot of American concertos and commissioning them for our players. I'd love to start a concert series of American concertos,” conductor Jo…
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Within you is a wellspring of strength and resilience, the ability to create and enjoy abundance, and an expansive sense of inner freedom and divinity. Yet after centuries of living in patriarchal societies, many women don’t realize how powerful they are or how much they’ve been socialized to keep their true nature hidden. My guest, Acharya Shunya,…
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Governments are central bodies that monitor, regulate, and provide needed services to protect and meet the needs of their citizens. In an ever-changing world, people are looking for a sense of stability and security in their government. Most people in modern nations believe they can get that in democracies. Yet, there are several forms of governmen…
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William Kanengiser and the Alexander String Quartet — British Invasion (Foghorn Classics) New Classical Tracks - William Kanengiser and Ian Krouse by “When I was in high school, I was in a rock band called Euphoria. We did all these covers. I had massive hair,” guitarist William Kanengiser says. “Even though I'm a classical guitarist, I have a back…
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Billy Joel: The Video Album Volume II is another back and forth across Billy’s discography. The ten selections here vary from promo reels shot in the 1970s, unvarnished black-and-white live footage and barebones soundstage performances in the early 80s, to full-blown stylized and choreographed productions from the peak of the MTV era. Once again, w…
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In this first episode in our series exploring motherhood in the justice system, Edwina sat down with Lilly Lewis, Women’s Involvement Advisor at One Small Thing, to discuss some of the key issues and challenges facing mothers in the justice system. Lilly is a survivor and campaigner on Domestic Abuse who started her campaigning work whilst in priso…
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Original airdate: August 28, 2018 We all know what it feels like to get stuck by negative self-talk. The fears rooted in our limiting beliefs hold us back from taking action on the goals that we envision for our lives. The cost of giving into these limiting beliefs is high – it determines whether or not we end up living up to our potential. How do …
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The Goldilocks principle is an analogy based on the story of “Goldilocks and the Three Bears.” It proposes that something must fall within certain margins and stay away from extremes for it to be “just right.” It speaks to the idea that we feel satisfied and at ease when things are balanced; not too much, not too little, but just right. The Goldilo…
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Deborah Moriarty and Zhihua Tang — Connecting Cultures (BGR) New Classical Tracks - Deborah Moriarty and Zhihua Tang by “When you're playing two pianos or when you're playing piano for four hands, you do not only have to listen, but you have an attack that happens,” pianist Deborah Moriarty says about herself and colleague Zhihua Tang’s recently re…
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Change can be difficult because it often requires us to shift our habits, thoughts and interpretations. Even if we want to make positive change, we do things that sabotage our success and react in ways that cause pain, anxiety, and fear. But, why does this happen, and is there any way to change this? According to my guest, Thomas M. Sterner, the be…
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We often associate the word attraction with someone’s physical appeal, but there’s far more to attraction than meets the eye. While all of us experience attraction, it can be tricky to understand. Just like there’s no single way to love, there is no single way to be attracted to someone. Knowing the different types of attraction can help us underst…
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Eric Whitacre and Voces8 — Home (Decca) New Classical Tracks - Eric Whitacre by “If I could travel back in time and tell my 20-year-old self, this will be your life; you'll be a classical choral composer. I just never could have imagined it,” Eric Whitacre says. “‘Go Lovely Rose’ is the first piece I wrote. I remember hearing it being sung live in …
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In late 2021, a hidden gem in Billy Joel's history was released as part of a nine-record Box Set The Vinyl Collection Volume One. The two-LP Live at The Great American Music Hall was recorded in 1975 over several nights in San Francisco. It captured the band in transition before Billy kicked off recording sessions for Turnstiles. Now, fans can snag…
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Original airdate: July 30, 2019 The great French philosopher, Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, once said that "We are not human beings having a spiritual experience. We are spiritual beings having a human experience". Many of us do believe that we are on a spiritual journey that involves growth and learning but we face challenges in understanding the pu…
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We've all heard that imitation is the best form of flattery. When someone copies your social media posts or outfits, they like what they see. If they're imitating you, they are indirectly praising you. But at what point does imitation become too much? How much copying is acceptable and falls within the realm of fair use? Find out when imitation is …
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Catalyst Quartet — Uncovered, Vol. 3: Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson, William Grant Still & George Walker (Azica Records) New Classical Tracks - Karlos Rodriguez by “At the end of the day, the Catalyst Quartet is important because we’re trying to do something that matters to people.” Cellist Karlos Rodriguez is a founding member of the Catalyst Quartet…
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Money is among the most common sources of stress. An unhealthy relationship with money can lead to anxiety, fear, and anger and cause discord in our relationships. Even if we work hard and are financially well-off, we may still experience all these emotions. But money has the ability to smile when it’s given and received with a certain feeling and …
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Spiritual awakening is when a person gains awareness that there is more to life than living on autopilot and satisfying the ego. There are deeper layers to be explored. This process prompts existential questions like “Why am I here?”. It can be unnerving and bring up angst and concern, but it can also be exciting. Spiritual awakening looks differen…
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Tessa Lark — The Stradgrass Sessions (First Hand Records) New Classical Tracks - Tessa Lark by “Smell is supposedly one of the strongest sensory responses to bring memories back. But for me, the sound of bluegrass may as well be the smell of bluegrass because it launches me back to a pure time and place every time I listen to it,” violinist Tessa L…
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Turnstiles is almost an overlooked gem in Billy Joel’s catalog. Released in 1976, the album featured many of the musicians that would go on to define his sound over the next decade of records And, many of the songs became concert classics and fan favorites in the years to come. At the time, however, it was a commercial flop that was eclipsed by the…
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While the number of female leaders around the globe has grown, they’re still in the minority. Young women looking to make their mark, as well as experienced women, are looking for role models. Get inspired by these eight female leaders in history who proved their effectiveness in creating positive transformation for their countries and the world.…
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Hélène Grimaud and Konstantin Krimmel — Silvestrov: Silent Songs (DG) New Classical Tracks - Hélène Grimaud by “His music is his poetry. It has exceptional transparency. It's simple in the language yet so expressive. Do you know what they say in French? This expression, à fleur de peau — ‘means I want to pull something on the skin's surface that re…
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We’re all born with individual rhythms that go beyond the influence of our genes and upbringing. The Five Elements is one of the systems that we can use to understand our rhythms. The system originated in ancient Chinese medicine 2,000 years ago–when scholars theorized that the universe is composed of five forces: water, wood, fire, earth, and meta…
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Introducing our new series of JUSTICE where we will explore the experiences of mothers in the justice system - from women who enter prison pregnant and give birth inside, to those who are separated from their children through imprisonment and involvement from social services. With those working on the front line, and those with lived experience, th…
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A contingency plan is a prepared set of actions you can take if something unexpected happens. Think of it as a plan for a "what if" scenario for turbulent live events, like a shift in your finances or health. Most people go through life without a plan B, without seeing the need for planning for the unexpected. These five steps will help you create …
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Benjamin Grosvenor — Schumann & Brahms (Decca) New Classical Tracks - Benjamin Grosvenor by “They're so interconnected as figures and personalities. There are so many ways you can bring them together, because their whole lives are just interconnected in this wonderful way,” British pianist Benjamin Grosvenor says about his latest recording, Schuman…
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This year, Billy Joel is embarking on his first co-headlining tour since 2009. And, the Glass Houses Podcast was there on opening night. Billed as “Two Icons, One Night,” the Billy Joel / Stevie Nicks tour kicked off on March 10, 2023 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. Prior to the show, fans were curious about the show order, setlists, and …
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LISTEN AT YOUR FAVOURITE PODCAST SERVICE HERE : https://anchor.fm/mycho MYCast is the Indie Horror Podcast featuring special guests from actors and crew working in the Mycho Universe. ITS ONLY A SEQUEL takes a look at your favourite, fearful, followups and really digs into the depth of forgotten franchise continuations. This episode Robert P Ottone…
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As an adult, you probably don’t think much about your birth order and relationships affected by it as it does not impact your everyday life. But whether you’re a firstborn, middle child, last-born, or an only child, it does play a significant role in making you who you are today. Birth order shows general tendencies but also provides knowledge of o…
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Lara St. John — ♀she/her/hers (Ancalagon Records) New Classical Tracks - Lara St. John by When Lara St. John was 14 and studying at the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia, she was abused by her violin teacher. When she reported it, nothing happened. That’s why she decided to reveal her story to the public. “Finally, I decided the only way to…
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According to the World Happiness Report, Scandinavian countries consistently rank the happiest. Northern European countries such as Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland and Iceland seem to have found the formula for happiness. Happiness in this context refers to satisfaction with the way one’s life is going and a sense of wellbeing. So, what is their s…
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Finding purpose in life is something most of us want. But asking about your purpose can seem like too lofty an aspiration. Fortunately, there are models we can use to unravel our unique purposes, one of them being Ikigai. Ikigai is a Japanese word that represents the passions, talents, and professions that give meaning and allow us to contribute to…
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This episode we begin a special series of podcasts interviewing the directors from Mycho Anthology feature Horror-Scopes. First up is the less than cowardly, Leo Lamenting Alex Churchyard as he discusses his roarsome segment and all its mane details. Get these first and your name in the credits of the video version at http://patreon.com/mycho More …
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Christopher Mallett — Justin Holland: Guitar Works and Arrangements (Naxos) New Classical Tracks - Christopher Mallet by “For me, it's not just American music. It's music that a Black American arranged,” classical guitarist Christopher Mallett said. “That's the most significant part of why I want to help spread this music and why I need to play it.…
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Just because a song is pressed to vinyl doesn't mean it's set in cement. Any band playing the same song live for years or even decades is bound to stray from the original arrangement. Billy Joel is no exception. And, given his dissatisfaction with his earliest records, it's no surprise that some of his oldest songs have seen significant revisions o…
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