Best R Duck Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 188: Sound Wheels - Undulating Ungulates 2:02:47

5h ago2:02:47

2:02:47

Sound Wheels cools off to the music of Joel Kivelä, soaringtortoise, MICHAEL KLOBUCHAR, francis_bourgeois43, Twilight Furniture, Thomas Dimuzio, Doug Lynner, Tom Djll, R Duck, The Noise In Silence, KK Null / Joel Gilardini, Ernesto Rodrigues / Florian Stoffner / Bruno Parrinha / João Madeira and Colin Rayment with Joe Rayment. Hear their music and …

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Clue, Ending B (w/ Matt and Ken) 1:23:30

1h ago1:23:30

1:23:30

What’s up, dudes? The Christmas release “Clue” is soooo good that I have to cover it again! This time I’ve got Matt Spaulding from North Pole Radio and Ken Kessler from Sounds of Christmas with me to solve the mystery! When six strangers are invited to a mysterious mansion for dinner, murder is on the menu. Mr. Boddy, the host, is blackmailing all …

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Hallmark Dreambook 1988 (w/ Christmas Cousins & Christmas Aficionado) 1:12:52

1h ago1:12:52

1:12:52

What’s up, dudes? It's the Hallmark Ornament Premiere, so I’ve got the Christmas Cousins, Chad and Seth, and Joe Fulton the Christmas Aficionado, here to talk the 1988 Hallmark Dreambook—all 32 pages of it! That’s right! We get into baubles and finials and cameos! Oh my! We talk our personal collections and which ones from 1988 we own! Spoilers: I …

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Dewatering processes, cognitive therapeutics for Alzheimer's disease and blood tests for chronic diseases 51:23

1d ago51:23

51:23

With Dr Shane away in Cairns this week, the rains of the show are in Dr Jenny, Dr Euan and Dr Ray’s hands. They are joined in the studio by this week’s guests Dr Shane Usher, Research fellow in the Minerals Centre of Excellent at the University of Melbourne, talking about the processes of solid-liquid separation and the importance for mining, water…

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Garfield and Friends “Heatwave Holiday” (w/ Art Kilmer) 45:45

1d ago45:45

45:45

What’s up, dudes? The orange cat is back! Yes, Art Kilmer from A Cozy Christmas is back with me to talk all about Garfield in the sweltering heat. It’s another Christmas in July, as Garfield, Odie, and Jon put up some decorations and get in the holiday spirit to cool down. Yes! It’s the Garfield and Friends episode “Heatwave Holiday!” Garfield and …

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Interview with Kate Manne, Unshrinking: How To Fight Fatphobia 1:14:10

2d ago1:14:10

1:14:10

Author and philosopher Dr Kate Manne returns to speak in-depth with Amy about her excellent new book, Unshrinking: How To Fight Fatphobia. As Kate describes it; "part memoir, part polemic, and part (all?) philosophy, this book aims to show why fatphobia is a vital social justice issue, and provide an analysis of what fatphobia is and how it works."…

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Episode 187: Sound Wheels - After Math 2:04:01

3d ago2:04:01

2:04:01

Sound Wheels enjoys the summer warmth with the music of Paul Metzger, Fusion of Elements, Han-earl Park / Lara Jones / Pat Thomas, Mutagenese, R Duck, Spacebrane, Hell is Carbon, Sound Animal, Everest Magma, Caleb Fraid, Lovers Turn To Monsters, Nicola Mazzocca, Anantakara, Cousin Silas & Mike Benoir and Ernesto Diaz-Infante. Hear their music and p…

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Kate Manne Tells Us How To Fight Fatphobia In Her New Book, Unshrinking 1:14:10

7d ago1:14:10

1:14:10

Author and philosopher Dr Kate Manne returns to speak in-depth with Amy about her excellent new book, Unshrinking: How To Fight Fatphobia. As Kate describes it; "part memoir, part polemic, and part (all?) philosophy, this book aims to show why fatphobia is a vital social justice issue, and provide an analysis of what fatphobia is and how it works."…

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US Politics With Emma Shortis; Kate Manne Tells Us How To Fight Fatphobia; The 2024 UK Election Results With Andrew Walter 2:22:34

5d ago2:22:34

2:22:34

Amy Mullins returns to the airwaves. Regular guest Dr Emma Shortis talks all things US politics, including the 2024 Presidential election debate and race. Will Joe Biden drop out of the race to make way for a different Democratic candidate? What is the status of Donald Trump's legal battles? How has the US Supreme Court transformed US government, s…

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Camp Candy “Christmas in July” (w/ Robert Nicholas) 51:00

5d ago51:00

51:00

What’s up, dudes? John Candy was a treasure! In fact, we were privileged to have him not only for SCTV and numerous comedy films, but also for his animated Saturday morning cartoon. I’ve got Robert Nicholas from Behind the Bells here with me to talk all about the “Christmas in July” episode of Camp Candy! John is teaching the kids how to return a s…

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Digital Tai Chi, Parkinson’s Disease and Childhood Stuttering 53:09

7d ago53:09

53:09

Presenter Dr Shane brings the latest science news; Julia Zhu, a physiotherapist and PhD candidate in the Department of Physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne talks about how the traditional Chinese exercise of Tai Chi has shown great benefits for improving the symptoms of osteoarthritis when done in-person, and her research looks into the ben…

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Episode 186: Sound Wheels - Marshmallow Cups Rising 2:00:07

10d ago2:00:07

2:00:07

Sound Wheels enjoys the summer warmth with the music of SuperFreak, Andre LaFosse, Jukka-Pekka Kervinen, Floros Floridis & Yorgos Dimitriadis, Amplissima & Vanessa LeFevre, R Duck, Michael White, KK Null & Joel Gilardini, 3kology and Giuseppe Antonuccio (Metauro Colossum). Hear their music and performance sculpt a tale of delights, foibles and pers…

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Interview with A. C. Grayling, Who Owns the Moon? In Defence of Humanity's Common Interests in Space 58:43

12d ago58:43

58:43

Amy is joined by Professor of Philosophy A. C. Grayling for a deep examination of his new book, 'Who Owns The Moon? In Defence of Humanity’s Common Interests in Space.'With rare earths and natural resources that are essential for future technology from microprocessors to EV batteries running out on the Earth – humanity is now looking towards its cl…

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Finders Keepers (w/ Mike and Chad) 1:20:00

12d ago1:20:00

1:20:00

What’s up, dudes? If you can find the images hidden in this episode, then you can win big prizes! I've got Mike Westfall of Advent Calendar House and Chad Young from Horror Movie BBQ here with me to all about “Finders Keepers!” Yes, the Wesley Eure led game show pit two teams against each other as they found hidden objects and caused chaos! Synopsi…

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Physics and Sustainable Development, Wattle Sustainability Fellowships, Student Space Challenge Programme 52:25

14d ago52:25

52:25

Dr Shane and Scarlett speak with six guests in this bumper physics show! This week's guests are: 1) Dr Sara Webb, from Swinburne University. To prepare for the future of Astronomy, Dr. Sara Webb works with optical telescope data and machine learning to explore explosions in the universe and how astronomers find them. Sara focused on studying small,…

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Interview with Bertrand Bourgeois, Macron's Gamble: The 2024 French Elections 1:02:26

15d ago1:02:26

1:02:26

Dr Bertrand Bourgeois speaks in-depth about the snap French elections for the National Assembly (lower house) called by President Emmanuel Macron. With the far-right National Rally (led by Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella) leading in the polls, closely followed by the far left coalition, the New Popular Front (comprising 'La France Insoumise' or F…

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Interview with James Curran, Is AUKUS Really Viable & Is There A Plan B? 56:19

15d ago56:19

56:19

Professor James Curran delves into the discussions and real intentions behind the AUKUS agreement and Australia's plan to obtain nuclear submarines from the US and the UK. How exactly does the US perceive AUKUS? James reveals how the US' view differs greatly from the Australian government's view. With so many practical questions weighing around the…

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Youth Suicide Prevention, Astronomy Research, Physics & Jupiter's shrinking great red spot. 52:48

17d ago52:48

52:48

Dr Shane is joined by EAGG regulars Dr Shane and Dr Scarlett. Alongside them are 2 incredibly well credentialed guests. Samuel McKay Centre for Youth Mental Health - University of Melbourne, Samuel highlights the importance of youth mental health programs and suicide prevention methods in education settings, mental health challenges faced by intern…

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Episode 185: Sound Wheels w/ Guests Ric Louchard & Tom Djll 2:01:07

17d ago2:01:07

2:01:07

Sound Wheels brings to you in studio performances from Ric Louchard and Tom Djll. We also hear the music of The Lunar Asylum, Ernesto Diaz-Infante, Joel Kivelä, The Noise In Silence, KK Null & Joel Gilardini, Max Kutner and Superfreak. Hear their music and performance sculpt a tale of delights, foibles and perseverance. Sound Wheels is hosted by R …

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Is AUKUS Really Viable & Is There A Plan B?; Macron's Gamble: The 2024 French Elections; Alison Croggon On The State Of Australian Theatre 2:21:24

19d ago2:21:24

2:21:24

Professor James Curran delves into the discussions and real intentions behind the AUKUS agreement and Australia's plan to obtain nuclear submarines from the US and the UK. How exactly does the US perceive AUKUS? James reveals how the US' view differs greatly from the Australian government's view. With so many practical questions weighing around the…

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Macron's Gamble: The 2024 French Elections With Bertrand Bourgeois 1:02:26

19d ago1:02:26

1:02:26

Dr Bertrand Bourgeois speaks in-depth about the snap French elections for the National Assembly (lower house) called by President Emmanuel Macron. With the far-right National Rally or Rassemblement National (led by Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella) leading in the polls, closely followed by the far left coalition, the New Popular Front or Le Nouvea…

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Dolly: A Down Home Country Christmas (w/ CJ and Ashley) 1:14:23

19d ago1:14:23

1:14:23

What’s up, dudes? It's half way to Christmas, so Merry Halfmas, everyone! To celebrate, I've got CJ from Christmas Sessions and Ashley Dunbar from The Magic of the Season with me to talk about the awesomeness that is Dolly Parton! Did you know she had a 1987 variety show? Well, she did, and that show had a Christmas episode: "A Down Home Country Ch…

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Interview with Andrew Walter, Examining The 2024 UK Election Campaign 34:22

23d ago34:22

34:22

Professor Andrew Walter from the University of Melbourne updates us about the UK election campaign, which is in its third week. With voting to be held on July 4th, will the UK population show up and vote according to what the polls presently indicate, which is a landslide victory to Sir Keir Starmer’s Labour Party? Or will there be an increase in t…

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Episode 70: Episode 70: re-issue 1:59:59

25d ago1:59:59

1:59:59

Sound Wheels brings clear direction with the musical whimsy of Thomas Dimuzio, Jeff Kaiser, Joel Gilardini, Dahlman & Mungenast, Mikko Biffle, the Artist General, CaptJRab, Tom Djll, Jack Hertz, Bloop and Quack, Ernesto Diaz-Infante and other detours. Enjoy with your favorite beverage. Sound Wheels is hosted by R Duck and recorded for KZSU Stanford…

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Interview with Richard Denniss, Inequality In Australia And How We Can Fix It 36:04

25d ago36:04

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Dr Richard Denniss talks all about inequality in Australia and how we fix it – the topic of his current national speaking tour. Richard is Executive Director of The Australia Institute. To attend the online live-streamed event being hosted in Adelaide, visit: https://australiainstitute.org.au/event/unequal-australia-adelaide/To listen back to Amy's…

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Interview with Ceridwen Dovey, Only The Astronauts 56:39

25d ago56:39

56:39

Acclaimed writer Ceridwen Dovey brings real space objects to life in her new collection of short stories, Only The Astronauts (Penguin Books). Ceridwen reflects on the stories and inner lives she creates for Elon Musk's rocket test mannequin, 'Starman,' as well as the International Space Station, the first sculpture ever taken to the Moon, the Voya…

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Richard Denniss Talks Inequality In Australia And How We Can Fix It 36:04

28d ago36:04

36:04

Dr Richard Denniss, Executive Director of The Australia Institute, joins Amy as he talks all about inequality in Australia – the topic of his current national speaking tour. To attend the online live-streamed event being hosted in Adelaide, visit: https://australiainstitute.org.au/event/unequal-australia-adelaide/ To listen back to Amy's past inter…

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Ceridwen Dovey Brings Real Space Objects To Life In 'Only The Astronauts' 56:39

28d ago56:39

56:39

Acclaimed writer Ceridwen Dovey brings real space objects to life in her new collection of short stories, Only The Astronauts (Penguin Books). Ceridwen reflects on the stories and inner lives she creates for Elon Musk's rocket test mannequin, 'Starman,' as well as the International Space Station, the first sculpture ever taken to the Moon, the Voya…

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The Charlie Brown and Snoopy Show “The Play” (w/ Anthony and Jeremy) 1:17:58

26d ago1:17:58

1:17:58

What’s up, dudes? I've got Anthony Caruso from ‘Tis the Podcast and Jeremy Phelps the Alamo City Santa with me to dig into Charles Schulz’s Peanuts. That’s right! It’s the 1983 CBS Saturday morning cartoon The Charlie Brown and Snoopy Show episode “The Play!” Charlie Brown writes about the previous Christmas for a school paper. Lucy is in charge of…

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AI and the Turing Test, Quantum Entanglement, and slowing Parkinson’s Disease 50:27

29d ago50:27

50:27

First guest is Dr Melissa Rogerson, who studies hybridizing technology with tabletop games, exploring their impact on gameplay and player experience, and assess the implications for remote play and simulation applications in fields like healthcare. Second guest is Benji Metha, who discusses variations in galaxy metallicity, crucial for understandin…

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Interview with Bruce Pascoe And Lyn Harwood, Black Duck: A Year at Yumburra 1:09:37

28d ago1:09:37

1:09:37

Amy speaks with Bruce Pascoe and partner Lyn Harwood about their new book, Black Duck: A Year at Yumburra (Thames & Hudson), which is a personal reflection on life, Country and the consequences of Dark Emu through six seasons on Bruce and Lyn’s farm. Bruce Pascoe is a Bunurong, Yuin and Tasmanian Aboriginal writer of literary fiction, non-fiction, …

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Interview with Johann Hari, Are The New Weight Loss Drugs Really A Magic Pill? 54:34

28d ago54:34

54:34

British best-selling author Johann Hari joins Amy Mullins to talk about his excellent new book, Magic Pill, which examines the benefits and risks of controversial new weight-loss drugs, like Ozempic and Wegovy. Johann has in fact tried this medication himself and is conflicted about whether they are the miracle solution for obesity that they appear…

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Darkwing Duck "It's a Wonderful Leaf" (w/ Laramy and Art) 1:21:18

1M ago1:21:18

1:21:18

What’s up, dudes? I’ve got Justice Ducks Laramy Wells from Moving Panels and Art Kilmer from A Cozy Christmas here with me to talk about the Terror that Flaps in the Night! Yes, it’s Darkwing Duck! The hero had a Christmas episode in ‘91 entitled “It’s a Wonderful Leaf!” DW’s old nemesis Bushroot is up to no good, and only we can stop him! When pla…

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Episode 184: Sound Wheels - Mysterious Magnanimous Milieu 2:02:45

1M ago2:02:45

2:02:45

Sound Wheels brings to you music from Emahoy Tsege Mariam Gebru, Cousin Silas & D. York, Mike Benoit, Scott Lawlor, Ernesto Rodrigues /Florian Stoffner / Bruno Parrinha / João Madeira, Shawn Bell, R Duck, GroOm, Fusion of Elements, DASK, The Noise of Silence, Behind Bars Collective and XauriX XubatniX. Hear their music and performance sculpt a tale…

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Echidna regurgitation, Lacrymaria olor, 2 meter Daemon ducks!, Earthrise! 52:44

1M ago52:44

52:44

Dr Bernadette Jones-Freeman, PhD, Monash University, on the epigenetics of ageing and exercise, particularly in skeletal muscle, plus DNA Methylation. Dr Paris Papagianis from Respiratory Pharmacology Lab, Monash University on silicosis early life exposure and lung health, and the disease spanning early life to adulthood. Plus, Dr Rachel Kirby, Sch…

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E/R (w/ Adam and William) 1:28:27

1M ago1:28:27

1:28:27

What's up dudes? Adam Pope from Wizards! The Podcast Guide to Comics and The Retro Network (Geekster) and William Bruce West from Remember That Show? and West Week Ever are here with me to talk all about the sitcom E/R! Is it a comedy? Is it a drama? Why is George Clooney here? It's Christmas Eve in the E/R, and the staff is almost finished working…

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Episode 183: Sound Wheels - Taken Slack w/ Guests David Leikam & Mikko Biffle 2:10:08

1M ago2:10:08

2:10:08

Sound Wheels brings to you music from Ezra Sturm & Ernesto Diaz-Infante, David Leikam, Mikko Biffle, R Duck, Christian Fiesel, Jessica Kert, Jukka-Pekka Kervinen and Andre LasFosse. Hear their music and performance sculpt a tale of delights, foibles and perseverance. Sound Wheels is hosted by R Duck and recorded at KZSU Stanford 90.1 FM Tuesdays. P…

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Restoring Eyesight, Stroke Survivor Recovery, Deciphering Thunderstorm Asthma, Butterflies in Rain 52:32

1M ago52:32

52:32

Dr Natalie Fini PhD, Senior Research Fellow, NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow Physiotherapy, University of Melbourne shares insights from her work which focuses on a tailored, targeted physical activity program co-designed with a team of stroke survivors and their dedicated carers; Kira Hughes, PhD Candidate from the NeuroAllergy Research Laborator…

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Episode 182: Sound Wheels - Fogs Most Clear 1:59:57

2M ago1:59:57

1:59:57

Sound Wheels brings to you music from odd person, Hali Palombo, The Artist General, R Duck, Christian Fiesel, Cousin Silas, feedinggoats, DASK, Andre LaFosse, Mike Benoit, Jukka-Pekka Kervinen, Fusion of Elements, Lieutenant Caramel, Jessica Kert, Minuit De Lacroix ft Haydeé Jiménez and The All Electric Fire Smart Grid. Hear their music and perform…

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Hollywood Squares (w/ Matt and Vinnie) 1:14:54

2M ago1:14:54

1:14:54

What’s up, dudes? Matt Spaulding from North Pole Radio and Vinnie Brezinsky from Huey and Bax join me to talk all about the game show “Hollywood Squares!” It’s a full size tic tac toe with celebrities giving zingers and singing songs! In a 1987 episode, it’s Scott versus Becky with guest panelists Joan Rivers, Jim J. Bullock, Tracey Gold, Alyssa Mi…

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B cells, P waves and sound rage 52:17

2M ago52:17

52:17

How do you amplify an immune response, analyse an earthquake or explain your irrational rage at people’s mouth noise? This week Dr Shane, Dr Susi, Dr Ray and Dr Graci dive in and discuss the latest technology for direct air capture carbon management, printable and eco-friendly sensors that can be ‘imperceptive-ly printed’ for use as continuous heal…

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Episode 181: Sound Wheels - Rope Space 2:02:52

2M ago2:02:52

2:02:52

Sound Wheels brings to you music from rizorkestra, Scott Lawlor, James Worse, Giuseppe Antonuccio ( Metauro Colossum), Todd Barton, R Duck, Andre LaFosse, Mean Flow & Marco Lucchi, Ezra Sturm & Ernesto Diaz-Infante, Tim Mungenast & Astro Al and Zekkereya El-Magharbel. Hear their music and performance sculpt a tale of delights, foibles and persevera…

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Clue and Who Done It: The Clue Documentary (w/ Jeff C. Smith) 1:22:06

2M ago1:22:06

1:22:06

What’s up, dudes? I've got Jeff C. Smith with me to talk about the dynamic stroke of comedy genius that is 1985's "Clue!" Jeff is the writer/director/producer of "Who Done It: The Clue Documentary," and he shared some cool stuff! But waitasec, Gerry! I love the film, but it isn't a Christmas movie! Well, it was a Christmas season release, premierin…

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Eating disorders, malaria causing parasites and infectious diseases 51:41

2M ago51:41

51:41

Dr Shane is joined in the studio by regular co-hosts Chris KP and Dr Ray, sharing their science news of the week. This week’s guests are Gabriel Lubieniecki, a PhD candidate in the Body Image and Eating Disorders Research Group at Monash University, focussing on the critical role healthcare workers play in the treatment and management of eating dis…

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Episode 180: Sound Wheels - Razz-A-Ma-Tazz 2:03:36

2M ago2:03:36

2:03:36

Sound Wheels brings to you music from Jessica Kert, Doug Lynner & Philippe Petit, Paul Metzger, Kems Kriol, R Duck, Black Cactus, Sound Animal, Andre LaFosse, Amplissima & Vanessa LeFevre, The Battered Ornaments, soaringtortoise, rizwerks, Giuseppe Antonuccio ( Metauro Colossum) and Han-earl Park, Lara Jones & Pat Thomas. Hear their music and perfo…

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Forensic Anthropology, Psychotic Disorders, Cognitive Health 55:29

2M ago55:29

55:29

Dr Shane is joined by co-hosts, Dr Jen Martin and Dr Euan Ritchie. PhD Candidate Isabella Crebert from the University of Newcastle talks about forensic anthropology; PhD Candidate Nicholas Cheng from Monash University talks about psychotic disorders; and Dr. Laura Bird from Monash University talks about cognitive health. In science news: language i…

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Episode 179: Sound Wheels - One Jumped Over the Wabbit 1:58:56

2M ago1:58:56

1:58:56

Sound Wheels brings to you music from Ernesto Diaz-Infante, Todd Barton, Han-earl Park, Lara Jones & Pat Thomas, Sound Animal, Amplissima & Vanessa LeFevre, R Duck, Anantakara, Paul Metzger, Giuseppe Antonuccio (Metauro Colossum), Floros Floridis & Yorgos Dimitriadis, Max Kutner, Raoul Van Herpen and Fiver's Stereo. Hear their music and performance…

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Johann Hari Asks, Are The New Weight Loss Drugs Really A Magic Pill? 54:34

2M ago54:34

54:34

British best-selling author Johann Hari joins Amy Mullins to talk about his excellent new book, Magic Pill, which examines the benefits and risks of controversial new weight-loss drugs, like Ozempic and Wegovy. Johann has in fact tried this medication himself and is conflicted about whether they are the miracle solution for obesity that they appear…

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Greg Jericho Previews The Federal Budget; Johann Hari Asks Are The New Weight Loss Drugs Really A Magic Pill? Saving The Slender Tree-Fern 2:02:15

2M ago2:02:15

2:02:15

With pressure on the government (again) to raise the rate of JobSeeker, will they finally prioritise the welfare of those on the lowest incomes in the country? Greg Jericho, Guardian columnist and Chief Economist for The Australia Institute previews the upcoming Federal Budget with Amy, which is to be delivered on Tuesday 14th May. Greg tells us wh…

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Kate Bush “December Will Be Magic Again” (w/ Rusty and Mike) 1:21:44

2M ago1:21:44

1:21:44

What’s up, dudes? I’m running up that hill with Mike and Rusty from Snow in Southtown to talk about Kate: Kate Bush Christmas Special and her song “December Will Be Magic Again!” Released in 1979, it proves that the singer, only 21 at the time, was already a tour de force. A year later she released the Christmas song as a single. The special is a m…

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