Best Purple Cat Podcasts (2024)

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Chalkboard Ultra #21 - Cat’s Cradle with Madi Hammond 43:15

7d ago43:15

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Another podcast about physics and cats? You've got to be kitten me! This week we are joined by Madi Hammond who provides us with fascinating insights into research projects, maths communications and cats.

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An in-depth dive into feline infectious peritonitis and more

5d ago

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An in-depth deep dive into feline infectious peritonitis with Dr. Brian Holub, Chair of the Scientific Review Committee at EveryCat Health Foundation and retired Chief Medical Officer at VetCor. Our conversation includes breaking news regarding FIP treatment in the U.S. And we tell the FIP story filled with so much drama and intrigue it might be a …

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Debunking myths regarding dog aggression and ways to most effectively treat these dogs

12d ago

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Mike Shikashio, CDBC, is an expert on aggressive dogs. Why are some dogs aggressive? He dispels myths regarding causes of aggression and ways to help to most effectively treat these dogs. This is as detailed a discussion about this arguably increasingly common issue as you will hear on the radio – though, for more, Shikashio will offer an intensive…

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Chalkboard Ultra #20 - Sam Shepherd on the Art of Polylogarithms 42:13

13d ago42:13

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The second decisode is here, and who better to bring for the occasion than our first CU returner Sam Shepherd? Tune in for an interesting discussion on polylogarithms, category theory, and literally everything in between!

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Captain Your Vessel #5 – Lake Visualisation Meditation 11:20

15d ago11:20

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In this episode we’ll visualise a serene lake scene & take a little time with me to calm your busy mind. Learn what approach to take when your thoughts feel overwhelming & demanding of your attention.

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Captain Your Vessel #4 – The Importance of Gratitude (with daily affirmations) 11:35

15d ago11:35

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In this episode we explore the importance of daily gratitude for navigating your life, embodying a positive energy. Here are 11 affirmations to get you started!

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Captain Your Vessel #3 – Walking Meditation 11:08

15d ago11:08

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Sitting still meditation not your thing? Me neither. Tune in for a more active approach to mindfulness, stretching your legs & getting some fresh air!

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Legendary WGN Radio Broadcaster Max Armstrong on his most recent book

19d ago

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Phil Arkow is a co-founder of the National Link Coalition, the non-profit national resource center on the link between animal abuse and human violence. Animal abuse is a sentinel indicator that something is clearly wrong, so if animals are abused likely there’s additional violence in the home. Arkow explains why people are reluctant to leave domest…

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Current state of the animal shelter scene in Chicago, 30th Annual Bark in the Park is approaching, and more

26d ago

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Conversations with Darlene Duggan, interim president at Anti Cruelty, and Susan Cappello, Acting Executive Director of Chicago Animal Care & Control (CACC), about an honest appraisal of the animal shelter scene in Chicago, and why so many animals are being relinquished. At CACC, there’s an intense effort just to explain what they really do and that…

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Is your cat allergic to people?

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Veterinary dermatologist Dr. Brittany Lancellotti earned the EveryCat Health Foundation 2024 Steve Dale Communications Award for the Your Vet Wants You to Know podcast. Discussed are all sorts of allergies which dogs and cats suffer – including environmental allergies to food allergies, and what to about them. And even some odd allergies, such as c…

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Chalkboard Ultra #19 - The Physicist from Pisa: Part 2 44:23

1M ago44:23

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Join Louie, Sam and Daniele once again for Part 2 of The Physicist from Pisa. This week we learn more about quantum physics and its implications in the real world.

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Hobby dog breeders and the American Kennel Club; an update on Purina and the Purple Leash Project; and more

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Robyn Michaels, a member of the Greater Chicago Whippet Club and a dog groomer in Rogers Park who speaks the truth – or at least her truth – regarding hobby dog breeders and the American Kennel Club (AKC). Why in the heck does the AKC seem more intent on protecting the breeders of “doodle dogs” or “designer dogs” compared to pure bred dogs? Why are…

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Captain Your Vessel #2 - Wind-down & ease into sleep 12:22

1M ago12:22

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Is your busy mind keeping you up at night? Struggling to turn off your phone or switch off that inner monologue? Tune in tonight to wind down before sleeping & enjoy a pleasant and restful night’s sleep.

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Welcome to ‘Captain Your Vessel’ #1 - An introduction and brief exercise 8:10

1M ago8:10

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We all know that mindfulness is important but it’s become a bit of a buzzword without much substance. This podcast seeks to make mindfulness more accessible than just launching into meditations and hoping for the best. Take this time for to connect with yourself, you deserve it.

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Steve Dale’s take on National Hug Your Dog Day, what teaching dogs incompatible behaviors means, and more

2M ago

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Linda Michaels, Author of The Do No Harm Dog Training and Behavior Handbook, featuring the Hierarchy of Dog Needs, explains what those needs are. She discusses how dog training methods DO matter, and what dog trainers to run the other way from. Discussed is that people want to socialize puppies, but what some well-meaning individuals aren’t doing r…

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Former Chicago White Sox organist Nancy Faust talks about the first Dog Day promotions and her love for goats

2M ago

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Former Chicago White Sox organist Nancy Faust is beloved for so many reasons, and it turns out – no surprise – she’s a huge animal lover. She talks about the first Dog Day promotions (at that time taking dogs to Comiskey Park) and her love of goats, and what goats are like. You’ll also hear Bill Veeck and Harry Caray behind-the-scenes stories. Rais…

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Chalkboard Ultra #18 - The Physicist from Pisa: Part 1 37:18

2M ago37:18

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Join Louie and Sam and special guest Dr Daniele Dorigoni in the opening of CU Series III. This week, we talk about Daniele's academic journey and learn a lot about how maths is used in theoretical physics.

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Dr. Robin Downing on the bioethics in veterinary medicine and primary principles of ascent dog training

2M ago

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Dr. Robin Downing is a polymath (that means she knows A LOT) of veterinary medicine, a well-respected, albeit outspoken, expert on many topics. Discussed are a wide range of subjects from bioethics in veterinary medicine to the Fear Free initiative and principles to consent dog training (ascent is actually a better term) to declaw in cats a multi-m…

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The most popular dog breeds in the U.S., tips for your pet’s safety from the Pet Poison Helpline, and more

2M ago

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Dr. Renee Schmid is Senior Toxicologist at Pet Poison Helpline, a 24/7 pet animal poison control center. A wide range of concerns including rodenticides to insecticides; and what you can do if your pet ingests some. The truth about garlic in cats and dogs. Also discussed is Xylitol or Birch Sugar which can quickly kill, and this sugar substitute is…

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WhoSoc Podcasts Ep94 - Mind Your Manners, World Enough and Time and The Doctor Falls 1:09:49

2M ago1:09:49

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It's that time of year again where you decide what we watch! Featuring Lottie and Berty laughing out of context.

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Jordan Grant Live @ Techno Prisonerz 002 (SHVDZ & Parsa Nani) 1:02:44

2M ago1:02:44

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Thank you for checking out my warm up set recorded live from Techno Prisonerz night at Glasgow's Classic Grand with SHVDZ and Parsa Nani!Enjoy!By J G

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Jordan Grant - Loaded EP/81 (Feb-24).WAV 2:01:01

2M ago2:01:01

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Jordan Grant - Loaded EP/81 (Feb-24).WAV by J GBy J G

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Canine separation anxiety and how to treat it

3M ago

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Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Chris Pachel talks about canine separation anxiety – what it IS and what it IS NOT. What can people do to deal with dogs who have separation anxiety? Are dogs really guilty after having an accident indoors or tearing up a pillow because of separation anxiety. Why are psycho-pharmaceuticals may be required or a product cal…

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WhoSoc Podcasts Ep93 - Remembrance of the Daleks and Boom Town 1:11:04

3M ago1:11:04

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BOOM! Join us for an explosive discussion on the Special Weapons Dalek and that time an earthquake struck Cardiff.

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Dog Bite Prevention Week and Dr. Mikel Delgado on why playtime is essential to your cat’s mental and physical health

3M ago

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Play with Your Cat! – That is both the name of the book and the message from Dr. Mikel Delgado. She discusses how to play with your cat, what are the best toys to play with your cat, when are the best times to play with your cat and most important why play is ESSENTIAL to your cat’s mental and physical health. And what is the potential consequence …

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WhoSoc Podcasts Ep92 - The War Machines and The Bells of Saint John 49:41

3M ago49:41

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It's the War Machines Birthday? We need a gift quick...a WhoSoc Podcast will do. Join us for a discussion on the time technology went rogue in Doctor Who.

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Lessons on dogs suffering from cancer, the importance of demonstrating competence in the dog training field, and more

3M ago

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Bradley Phifer, Director of Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers , explains what this organization is and what to look for if you happen to be sniffing out a dog trainer. And dog training is not a licensed profession, and some trainers use methods that can do more harm than good. That’s why demonstrating competence in the field is so…

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WhoSoc Podcasts Ep91 - The Rebel Flesh, The Almost People and A Good Man Goes to War 1:00:14

3M ago1:00:14

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How many Matt Smith stories are we discussing today? 3! We are discussing 3! Tune in for a chat on The Flesh and Demons Run.

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Dr. Ernie Ward talks pet obesity and prevention; Jackie Ott Jaakola on the benefits of cat health studies; and more

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Founder and President of the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, Dr. Ernie Ward, says the issue is far more complex than people merely offering too much table food. So, what exactly has been going on? And why with every passing year are there more and more obese dogs/cats? And it’s not only about weight, but also about body condition score. Cle…

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Animal Planet’s Victoria Stilwell shares details about her upcoming 11th Annual Dog Behavior Conference

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From IT’S ME OR THE DOG on Animal Planet, a very wide-ranging conversation with superstar dog trainer Victoria Stilwell. She announces that the virtual Victoria Stilwell Academy 11th Annual Dog Behavior Conference is April 19-21 and discloses who some of the speakers are and what some of the topics are. The hope is that San Francisco – working to b…

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DADS Podcast #10 - Is consciousness universal? (with Dr Phillip Goff) 38:19

3M ago38:19

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We experience Dr Phillip Goff in his natural habitat as he defends Panpsychism against both the direct questioning of students and curated comments from his most relentless Internet critics. Gabriel was forced to not read about Panpsychism so he could approach it from pure, undistilled logic, and be the Elizabeth of Bohemia to Goff's Descartes. Sam…

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Passionfruit Podcast #4 - Eggs with Emily Williams 18:18

3M ago18:18

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THIS WEEK on The Passionfruit Podcast, tummies are rumbling with a conversation all about Emily Williams' passion for eggs! Emily and Lydia talk about killer chickens and getting egged before asking the all-important question, 'What came first, chicken or the egg?' Join Lydia on her journey to find the most niche passion in Durham!…

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Chalkboard Ultra #17 - A Wonderful Day for Pi 35:39

4M ago35:39

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It's the 14th of March, better known to us mathematicians as Pi Day! Join us for a fun discussion into Pi and what Sam got up to in London.

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Anti-Cruelty Society of Chicago celebrates 125 years!

4M ago

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Dr. Sheilah Robertson, who received the Animal Welfare for the American Veterinary Medical Association, is as expert anesthesia and analgesia. She points out that people (and pets too) can truly die directly due to pain and offers the history of what we know about this. And answers at what point do you not put a pet under anesthesia. And why it’s a…

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Chalkboard Ultra #16 - Damn Lies and Statistics with Olivia Sharpe 41:57

4M ago41:57

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Scientific research is said to be one of the most questioning and skeptical of human activities. Why exactly? We spoke to psychology student Olivia Sharpe to find out how Lies Damn Lies and Statistics have been found in the world of psychological research.

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WhoSoc Podcasts Ep90 - The Gunfighters and Flatline 1:07:12

4M ago1:07:12

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"Doctor Who?"...not this time. Fill up your glass of milk and join in the song (podcast), as we discuss the times the Doctor's identity got mixed up and stolen.

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Upcoming symposium covering feline pain, how to know if your dog or cat loves you, and more

4M ago

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Kara Burns is a Credentialed Veterinary Technician with a specialty in nutrition, dentistry, and internal medicine. To acknowledge the difference she’s made in veterinary medicine, she was just honored with the Icon Award from the Bridge Club. Burns is on the Board of Directors of the EveryCat Health Foundation, and talks about an upcoming symposiu…

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WhoSoc Podcasts Ep89 - The Horns of Nimon and Love and Monsters 1:05:25

4M ago1:05:25

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Welcome to the most chaotic WhoSoc podcast of all time, where we discuss the memey-ist episodes. How many paving slab jokes have seen today?

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DADS Podcast #9: Should we be so focused on obesity? 27:42

4M ago27:42

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The return of Deputy Biscuit Officer Aiken to the podcast allows him to speak on a similar topic to one that he chose for a particularly controversial real life Discussion and Debate Society session (Wednesdays 7:30-8:30 ER149), but unfortunately couldn't attend. Gabriel strongly believes in shifting focus from obesity to health in general, Will ha…

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Passionfruit Podcast #3 - Poetry with Poppy Worlidge 16:52

4M ago16:52

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THIS WEEK on the Passionfruit Podcast, Poppy Worlidge joins Lydia to talk about her passion for poetry (and songwriting). They cover Pirates' parrots, Cath Kidston and singing Adele in 3-part harmony at home... Join Lydia to find the most niche passion in Durham!

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Chalkboard Ultra #15 - The Calendar Conundrum 30:19

4M ago30:19

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It is LEAP DAY - which makes us mathematicians very excited. In this episode of Chalkboard Ultra, Louie and Sam discuss how the calendar came to be and how to count down to Doomsday.

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Jordan Grant Live @ Techno Prisonerz 001 (KIMMIC) 54:58

4M ago54:58

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Thank you for checking out my opening set recorded live from Techno Prisonerz sold out launch night at Glasgow's Classic Grand! It was an absolute pleasure opening for Dundee lads KIMMIC, who've gone on to smash it all over the world since! Enjoy! 1. ANNA - Where Are You Now (Original Mix)2. Alan Fitzpatrick - For An Endless Night (Jel Ford Remix)3…

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How to not be fooled by third party telehealth providers for your pet

4M ago

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Virtual care or telehealth is available and it’s tempting – but might not be in your best interest or your pets’ interest, according to Dr. Gail Golab, Associate Executive Vice President and Chief Veterinary Officer of the American Veterinary Medical Association. Actually, Dr. Golab loves the idea of telehealth, noting “it can be amazing” IF and on…

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Chalkboard Ultra #14 - Strategy, Stalemate and Survival 50:08

4M ago50:08

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With Sam mysteriously absent, Louie passes the time by discussing Game Theory and Chess with 3 guests; Woody Jeffay, Oliver Ensor-Adams and Jacob Harris. Tune in for a fun insight into rationalism and whether Chess can be solved.

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Most popular dog names of 2023, upcoming Feline Health Symposium, and more

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Gene O’Neill is CEO of North American Veterinary Community and the VMX veterinary meeting – the largest continuing education event for veterinary professionals. He explains how this matters to you as a pet parent. Dr. Tammy Grubb, President of the International Academy of Veterinary Pain Management and adjunct professor at Washington State Universi…

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Chalkboard Ultra #13 - The Mathemagician's Apprentice 22:49

4M ago22:49

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Dedicated to Brian Hoyland. In this minisode of Chalkboard Ultra, Sam and Louie discuss the prevalence of magic in our day-to-day society and how mathematics is used to conjure fate in the world of numerology. Does your name reveal your personality? Or have you fallen fool to the Mathemagician's Apprentice?…

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Loaded - EP/80 (December 2023) 2:05:43

5M ago2:05:43

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Thank you for tuning in to episode 80 of Loaded Radio! This month's edition is full throttle from the get go, so strap in and enjoy! Tracklist:1. Phoenix Movement - Dark Drive (Original Mix)2. Belocca - Mirage (Original Mix)3. Weska - Alter Ego (Original Mix)4. Beckers - Switch (Alex Stein Remix)5. Joris Turenhout - Mojo (Extended Mix)6. Umek & Mat…

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Loaded EP/49 2:01:41

5M ago2:01:41

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Tracklist:1. The Midnight - Lost Boy (A.M.R Remix)2. Jerro - Coil (Original Mix)3. Jerro - HYE (Original Mix)4. Pryda - Exchange Finale (Original Mix)5. New Order - True Faith (Orkidea Pure Progressive Mix)6. Pryda - The Escort (Original Mix)7. Grum - Tomorrow (Extended Mix)8. Luminary - Amsterdam (Grum Extended Mix)9. Notaker - From Dust & Ashes (…

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Pet Dental Health Month, Barb’s Precious Rescue celebrates 10 years of saving cats, and more

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Veterinary dentist Dr. Jan Bellows celebrates Pet Dental Health Month. He discusses preventive care (including several surprise answers). Indeed it’s all about prevention, like dental diets and treats, wipes and water additives like Oratene. Dr. Michael Lappin, Professor at Colorado State University, has been investigating that mystery dog respirat…

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Passionfruit Podcast #2 - The Simpsons season 5 with Will Thornley 18:02

5M ago18:02

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What are Durham students passionate about? What makes them tick? What drives them? What wakes them up in the morning? This podcast takes a look at the weird and wonderful world of interests Durham students have. Join Lydia Bennett on her adventure to find the most niche passion in the city! THIS WEEK - Will Thornley shares about his love for season…

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