Best Nik Allen Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 32 - Residential Energy Efficiency w/ Nik Allen, Northeast Coordinator for Clean Energy Resource Teams 12:27

22d ago12:27

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Clean Energy Resource Teams is an organization that is helping individuals, businesses, and communities all over the state of Minnesota with their clean energy projects. Nik joins Mike on this episode to discuss clean energy, what CERT can do to assist in projects, and so much more! After listening to the podcast you can go directly to the Clean En…

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Episode 33 - 2026 NEC Code Changes - Public Input w/ Dean Hunter, MN Dept of Labor and Industry 42:08

7d ago42:08

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Tune in to our latest podcast episode featuring Dean Hunter and Mike Miller as they discuss the significant changes coming to the 2026 NEC and how you can still influence its outcome. Do not miss this timely and informative presentation! August 28th, 2024 is the final day the NEC will accept public comment on the proposals to change the NEC for the…

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Episode #214: He Speaks Stories Summer with Lou Minichini 1:03:24

11d ago1:03:24

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Today we have the pleasure of hearing from Lou Minichini! He was chatting with the lovely Katie Hawkins at their Sunday School get-together and shared his conversion story. Katie's response was “you HAVE to be on our podcast!” and we are SO thankful Lou agreed! His story walks us through how a New Jersey Italian Catholic found Jesus. How his upbrin…

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#21 - John Nichol - Gulf War Hero and Author 41:57

1M ago41:57

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Send us a Text Message. John Nichol talks about the thing that saved his life but propelled him on an unlikely route to being a best selling author....The Ejection Seat. His latest book is called Eject Eject! and that is something he has done, for real, in the heat of action. Plus there's Summertime drama on our screens with Shem Law of The Radio T…

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Episode #213: He Speaks Stories Summer with Nik Sifers 1:10:26

2M ago1:10:26

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Our host Julia Sifers is head over heels in love with today’s guest, and that’s a good thing because he’s her husband! Yup, Nik Sifers’, Julia’s other-half, joins us today to share some perspective of the trust that develops for those of us “stuck on hard-mode.” Nik in his own sarcastic and thoughtful way walks us through a few examples of God’s sp…

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#20 Paul Zerdin - America's Got Talent Winner 37:08

2M ago37:08

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Send us a Text Message. Top Ventriloquist Paul Zerdin chats about throwing his voice, winning America's Got Talent, Palladium Panto with Havers and his latest tour of the UK and the USA. Plus the lowdown on the latest big stunt packed movie The Fall Guy starring Ryan Gosling, getting set for a massive Summer of sport on TV and a cunning Kennedy's c…

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Episode 31 - Solar Energy w/ Logan O'Grady, MnSEIA 28:38

2M ago28:38

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With increasing awareness of environmental issues, solar energy is gaining prominence as a vital part of the energy conversation. The Minnesota Solar Energy Industries Association (MnSEIA) is committed to advocating and supporting the growth of solar and energy sectors in Minnesota. Logan appears on the podcast with Mike to highlight the crucial ro…

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Episode #212: He Speaks Stories Summer with Tom Flaherty 1:07:26

3M ago1:07:26

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Are you tired? Just worn out? In this episode Tom breaks down the simple beauty of intimacy with God. It seems like a big feat, but it starts with desire and grows into something wonderful. Tom, Katie’s brother, has been on our podcast a few times before because he’s a great teacher, one of Katie’s best favorite brothers and he genuinely enjoys our…

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# 19 JLS 34:02

3M ago34:02

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 19 stars JLS as they get set for their UK Summer Hits Tour 24. Plus Carol Kirkwood on the ups and downs of TV fame and celebrity and on the subject of TV we talk brand new Dr, Who! Plus at the movies we have a film based on a true story complete with some Wicked Little Letters. Finally there's a teasing and testing c…

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Episode #211: Reunion with Susan Wanderer 57:23

3M ago57:23

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SUSAN IS BACK for today’s episode!! And it’s so good! God has blown Susan away with all that he has shown her over this year! He has rekindled her love for the local church when it’s partnered with the gospel and shown her the power of community. In her new role in her church, God has showered her with goodness and perspective and this space has fu…

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Episode 30 - unCommon Construction w/ Spencer Grant 27:15

3M ago27:15

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unCommon Construction is a nonprofit organization that provides students with opportunities to build houses together, enhancing their technical, professional, and personal skill sets. In this episode, Minneapolis Site Director Spence Grant joins Mike to discuss the program’s purpose, eligibility requirements, and additional details After listening …

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#18 - NIk Kershaw 35:44

3M ago35:44

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Send us a Text Message. Nik Kershaw talks about the year that would be good for him, 1984. He's celebrating his music from his two huge albums 40 years ago Human Racing and The Riddle. Plus a star studded Minivan story from Wembley after Live Aid in 85. There's a lot of Eurovision and ABBA on TV and Streaming which includes when ABBA won at Eurovis…

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Episode #210: Reunion Episode with Portia Allen 46:34

3M ago46:34

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Those of you who have been long-time listeners know Portia and the goodness she brings, and though God called her to step down as host of She Speaks Stories, he called her towards some other great changes. And in this episode, Portia shares with us what she’s been up to this past year. Jesus has held her, through changes, in her identity and quiete…

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#17 - Tony Christie 37:53

3M ago37:53

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Send us a Text Message. Catch up with Amarillo's finest Tony Christie who at 81 is still singing fabulously and touring as much as ever. Also discover how he got the showbiz name of Tony Christie. Plus Clarkson's Farm is back on TV, there's a tricky conundrum and we have two classic Ealing films with a host of stars ranging from Alec Guinness. Audr…

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Twits in Peril, Chapter 5 - My Short but Brilliant Acting Career 26:29

4M ago26:29

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When we last saw Cyril he was being carried on the shoulders of a mob bent on confronting the evil tycoon Cyril Chippington-Smythe. They little suspect that the heroic “Johny” who is leading their little uprising is, in fact, the very Chippington-Smythe they despise. Quite a sticky wicket for our hero, but every step is bringing him closer to the r…

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Twits in Peril, Chapter 4 - I Get a Job 23:47

4M ago23:47

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We left Cyril and Binky packed like sardines on a creaky old mattress. Binky has put his foot in it by passing himself off as a leader of the Welsh Underground in order to impress Judy. A new day has dawned, however, bringing with it the promise of new adventures... and pancakes! Judy has arranged jobs for them and they happily head off to experien…

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Twits in Peril, Chapter 3 - Wales is a Mysterious Place 24:23

4M ago24:23

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We left Cyril horrified by the arrival of his Aunt Hypatia, Uncle Hugo, Cousin Binky and C. Langford Cheeseworth, who have come to join him in the amusing game they call, “Slumming”. Will they scuttle Cyril's chance to win his wager? Will he be forced to slink back to the Club in disgrace? The relatives retire to Cheeseworth's camouflaged land yach…

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Twits in Peril, Chapter 2 - I Eat a Cherry 23:45

4M ago23:45

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We left our hero in shorts and flip-flops, preparing to infiltrate a world without privilege. Can he survive for a week without cheesy eggs? without a girdle? Without Bentley? Ernie leads him into the topsy-turvey world inhabited by the working poor and Cyril's eyes slowly begin to open. A cherry causes him to re-evaluate his beliefs. NOW AVAILABLE…

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Twits in Peril, Chapter 1 - An Ill-Advised Wager 22:44

4M ago22:44

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Cyril is happily swilling down a Brandy and Prozac at the Club Bar when his old friends, Ford and Lincoln join him. The conversation turns to the gulf between the privileged class and the masses and Cyril is goaded into betting that he can pass for a member of the working class for a week. His cousin Binky arrives and places his bet on Cyril. Alas,…

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Episode #209: A Conversion Story with Kim Wood 42:50

4M ago42:50

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Kim joins us today to share the steps she took to find Jesus. Even though she was raised to know there was a God, she didn’t see beyond him as a structured God of Wrath. Through some hard times and with many seeds planted over time, she found what she’d been missing! Life is hard, and it can be confusing! Questions and uncertainties come and it rea…

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Episode 29 - Answering 2023 Code Questions w/ Dean Hunter, MN Dept of Labor and Industry 48:44

4M ago48:44

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Dean Hunter, the Chief Electrical Inspector with the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, is making a return appearance on our podcast to tackle questions about the 2023 electrical code.By Electrical Association

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#16 - UB40 Robin Campbell 36:41

4M ago36:41

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Send us a Text Message. Founder member of the mega band UB40 chats about their 45 years in music, the ups and downs including his brother Ali leaving the band and not talking to him, the band or the rest of the Campbell family for 5 years! On TV there's the new show about the place and time UB40 started, This Town, which was created by the man who …

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Episode #208: Transformation Stories with Sarah English 35:58

4M ago35:58

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Sarah was a military spouse who was slammed with hard times, affairs, financial difficulties and so much unknown. But God knew her and did not leave her. Every step of the way he provided for her in the most personal ways with scraggly old strangers, kind judges, supportive churches and friendly empowering bosses. This is a story of redemption. Her…

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#15 - Dave Hemingway of The Beautiful South & The Housemartins 38:03

4M ago38:03

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Send us a Text Message. Dave Hemingway chats about the huge success of The Housemartins and The Beautiful South plus his latest band Sunbirds. There's new TV for Spring including a big drama set in Moscow starring Ewan McGregor and in films Denzel is back for a third time with more Equalising! Get in touch via Instagram and X/Twitter on @PhilKenned…

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Twits in Peril, Trailer (Season 2) 0:52

4M ago0:52

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Cyril Chippington-Smythe (Michael Urie) never met a wager he didn't like. When his old friends, Ford (Nik Walker) and Lincoln (James Rana), bet him that he can't survive living like an average citizen named “Johny” for a week he jumps in with both feet and his cousin Binky (Christian Borle) jumps with him. Alas, Bentley (Dakin Matthews) must stay a…

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Episode #207: Faith Stories with Doris Lama 38:49

5M ago38:49

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Doris is the kind of gal you want at your table. In this episode we’re getting a good introduction of the quippy Doris Lama! She’s so fun and filled with a confetti of eclectic and mosaic stories all centered around God’s answering her question: “What would you have me do?” With the Holy Spirit’s help she “moves from less than to more than” and enc…

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BGT Star - Tom Ball 43:16

5M ago43:16

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Send us a Text Message. Britain's Got Talent star Tom Ball chats about how the show changed his life from Teacher to launching his debut UK tour and album Curtain Call plus the Easter plan on TV, The Prince of Egypt on film and a chance to ponder on your family ties. Get in touch via Instagram and X/Twitter on @PhilKennedyDJ and email Phil.KennedyD…

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Episode #206: Transformation Stories with Chris & Julie Bennett 55:22

5M ago55:22

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Normally we have a lot of SHE’s on She Speaks Stories (it’s in the name!) but we love it when we can have a HE come join in on the fun. Today’s episode we have a HE and a SHE! Chris and Julie Bennett join us to share their story when they said yes to God before they knew what they were getting into, saw Him use bad for good and were enveloped in a …

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#13 - Fiona Allen 41:03

5M ago41:03

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Send us a Text Message. Smack the Pony star and actor Fiona Allen on her debut stand up tour On the Run which has laughs and scary potholes. Plus to enjoy on TV a mix of romance and elections, there's the classic movie Thelma & Louise and 53 socks to ponder on! Get in touch via Instagram and X/Twitter on @PhilKennedyDJ and email Phil.KennedyDJ@gmai…

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Episode 28 - Insurance 101 w/ Jordy Christian, Federated Insurance 40:22

5M ago40:22

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The Electrical Association and Federated Insurance have been partnering for over 60 years. In our latest podcast, Mike sits down with Regional Marketing Manager, Jordy Christian, to discuss everything you need to know about insurance. After listening to the podcast you can go directly to the Federated Insurance website: https://www.federatedinsuran…

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Bonus Episode #205: International Women’s Day with Bijou Mushengezi & Caitlin Sturgis 56:18

6M ago56:18

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Life in the Congo was wonderful for our guest, Bijou Mushengezi, for the first 16 years of her life. But in 1996 everything changed when civil war shattered her beautiful country with evil. This is our Bonus Episode, specifically released on International Women’s Day with the intent to inform more people about the horrific tragedies that are destro…

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#12 The Repair Shop - Richard Talman 43:11

6M ago43:11

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Send us a Text Message. Behind the scenes at one of TV's biggest hits, The Repair Shop, with Jewellery Expert Richard Talman. Uncovering the Miss Marple Effect on TV, plus scares a plenty with the Invasion of the Bodysnatchers! Get in touch via Instagram and X/Twitter on @PhilKennedyDJ and email Phil.KennedyDJ@gmail.com…

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#11 Daliso Chaponda 38:58

6M ago38:58

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Send us a Text Message. Stand up and BGT star Daliso Chaponda on Comedy, growing up around the world and his latest tour plus the latest TV and Film news where we Bring on the Drama and enjoy the Masters of the Air. Get in touch via Instagram and X/Twitter on @PhilKennedyDJ and email Phil.KennedyDJ@gmail.com…

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Episode 27 -Medium Voltage Changes w/ Chris Yelle, ElectroTech 23:25

6M ago23:25

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Join Mike and Chris in this episode as they unpack the 2023 electrical code amendments, with a spotlight on alterations to medium voltage regulations. Get insights into the extended rules and a comprehensive discussion on how these changes will shape the landscape of the electrical industry. After listening to the podcast you can go directly to Ele…

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#10 The Thinking Drinkers 37:33

6M ago37:33

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Send us a Text Message. A cocktail of laughs, drinks and general knowledge with the Thinking Drinkers as they chat about their news pub quiz tour. The latest TV and Film news and this week's conundrum features the days of the week. Get in touch via Instagram and X/Twitter on @PhilKennedyDJ and email Phil.KennedyDJ@gmail.com…

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Episode #204: Faith Stories with Sarah Wood - Conversion Stories 22:54

6M ago22:54

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We’re so excited that Sarah joined us this week to share her conversion story. Sarah was raised in the Catholic Church but when it came time for her confirmation she stopped, not in a rebellious stance, but just not sure. Fast forward a few years, to meeting a very important person, the man who would take her hand and introduce her to the most impo…

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#9 Year of the Dragon 40:21

6M ago40:21

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Send us a Text Message. What does the Chinese New Year of the Dragon have in store? Radio Times front cover secrets and the lowdown on a big Oscars hopeful, Martin Scorsese's Killers of the Flower Moon. For more details on the year of the Dragon and the work of Nick Haines go to www,FiveInstitute,com Get in touch via Instagram and X/Twitter on @Phi…

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Episode #203: Faith Stories with Chesed Dent - Affirmation Stories 31:50

7M ago31:50

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Chesed is back! This time she’s sharing some of her story of singlehood and how she fell in-love. Who doesn’t love a good love story? But this one isn’t butterflies and chocolates, in this love story we see how much God showed HIS love by introducing Chesed and Matt. God really gives us what we need. And though Chesed saw “Neither has God chosen th…

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#8 Babita Sharma 43:44

7M ago43:44

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Send us a Text Message. From the cornershop to children’s author via a career anchoring major TV news shows, Babita Sharma tells her story. Plus we mull over the Oscar nominations and season four of The Crown. Get in touch via Instagram and X/Twitter on @PhilKennedyDJ and email Phil.KennedyDJ@gmail.com…

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Episode 26 - Buying or Selling A Business w/Richard Jahnke, Business Broker 8:21

7M ago8:21

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Have you considered buying or selling a business? Do you need help in figuring out how the process works? Richard sits down with Mike in our latest episode to help answer your questions when it comes to buying or selling a business. After listening to the podcast you can go directly to the Sunbelt Business Solutions website for more information: ht…

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#7 Robyn Cowen 41:26

7M ago41:26

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Send us a Text Message. The secrets of sports commentating with top TV commentator Robyn Cowen. Plus all the big hit TV and movies on the way in 2024. Get in touch via Instagram and X/Twitter on @PhilKennedyDJ and email Phil.KennedyDJ@gmail.comBy Phil Kennedy

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Episode #202: Faith Stories with Roberta Damon - Part 2: Affirmation Stories 16:39

7M ago16:39

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Once you’ve sat down with dear Roberta Damon, you can’t help but want to tap into her wisdom and hear what God has shown her in her adventures. Today's episode Roberta shares a story she heard while she was overseas, one that affirms just who God is and how he truly is the Author of our story. Join us for the Part 2 of Roberta Damon’s Faith Stories…

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#6 Gregg Wallace 44:01

7M ago44:01

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Send us a Text Message. Gregg Wallace chats to Phil Kennedy about his passion for cooking and his mission to get people back into the kitchen. Get in touch via Instagram and X/Twitter on @PhilKennedyDJ and email Phil.KennedyDJ@gmail.comBy Phil Kennedy

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#5 Clare Nasir 39:21

7M ago39:21

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Send us a Text Message. Celebrity and climate change with TV weather presenter Clare Nasir and there's a handshake or 2 with a tricky Conundrum. Get in touch via Instagram and X/Twitter on @PhilKennedyDJ and email Phil.KennedyDJ@gmail.comBy Phil Kennedy

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#4 Vitaliy Shevchenko 46:32

8M ago46:32

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Send us a Text Message. What was it like to grow up as a child in Soviet Ukraine? Russia news editor and Ukrainecast Presenter, Vitaliy Shevchenko, reflects on his country then and now after nearly 2 years of war. Get in touch via Instagram and X/Twitter on @PhilKennedyDJ and email Phil.KennedyDJ@gmail.com…

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Episode #201: The Fourth Week of Advent—Stories of Love with Jill Hawkins 38:25

8M ago38:25

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Well as we said earlier, we are gathering with family to bring you stories about Christmas that are centered around the theme or emotions of Advent. And this week, Katie and Julia chat a bit about a deeper kind of love at Christmastime, and then we get to hear from Katie's daughter-in-law, Jill Hawkins! Katie went to visit Jill and they're sharing …

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#3 Chris McCausland 42:10

8M ago42:10

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Send us a Text Message. Top stand up Chris McCausland gets ready for his Tour, Yonks and co-editor of the Radio Times Shem Law looks back at 100 years of the magazine. Get in touch via Instagram and X/Twitter on @PhilKennedyDJ and email Phil.KennedyDJ@gmail.comBy Phil Kennedy

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Episode 25 - Lake Street Works w/ Jess Coykendall, Program Director 28:11

8M ago28:11

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The Electrical Association has collaborated with Lake Street Works well before the creation of their workforce development program. Jess and Mike sit down for a discussion, delving into what the program is, the students, and so much more! After listening to the podcast you can go directly to the Lake Street Works website to learn more: https://www.…

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Episode #200: The Third Week of Advent—Stories of Joy with the Sifers Kids 17:40

8M ago17:40

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Who better to talk about joy than with children?! So today we have four very special guests: Julia’s kids! She sat down with Wes, Molly, Drew and LE and chatted about what they think of Christmas Joy. So join us this week to share some stories of joy in this season of Advent!

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#2 Robin Ince 42:57

8M ago42:57

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Send us a Text Message. Some lessons and carols for curious people with the Infinite Monkey Cage star, Bibliomaniac and Stand Up Robin Ince. Plus is Die Hard a Christmas movie or not? Get in touch via Instagram and X/Twitter on @PhilKennedyDJ and email Phil.KennedyDJ@gmail.comBy Phil Kennedy

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