Best Raluca Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 42. Sam Kabert - Mental Health Keynote Speaker & Breathwork Teacher 58:19

3M ago58:19

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Join us in today's episode with serial entrepreneur, author, keynote speaker and breathwork teacher, Sam Kabert. We talk about his personal journey and specifically discuss the significance of maintaining soul-life balance, especially if you are a ambitious and driven entrepreneur. We explore topics like Dark Night of the Soul, plant medicine and p…

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Malaria: The Empire Strikes Back | LeechFest Ep 46 1:05:22

4M ago1:05:22

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This month we're talking about malaria! This episode is quite similar to our early ones, in that we take a disease, talk about its pathology/ treatment, the role it has played in history, and then look toward the future. None of this politics crap we've been doing lately, just pure, unadulterated medical history. Although, we do complain about impe…

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Episode 41. Lara Arguijo - international energy healer 1:21:45

5M ago1:21:45

1:21:45

In this episode, Lara is back and talking about her new offerings. Lara is an international energy healer for humans and animals. She's also a sound healer and Theta Healing instructor. We talk about animal healing, her podcast, and retreat, psychedelics, as well as other interesting things she is currently exploring. Lara's Website: https://www.il…

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Assassinations: Leftist Infighting | LeechFest Ep 45 Part 2 45:53

5M ago45:53

45:53

This is the second part of our episode about assassinations! This episode turned out very leftism-centric, with Salem covering Trotsky and Mia going over the assassination of Kim Jong Nam. There is a healthy dose of history in this episode, not just of the assassinations themselves, but also of the important historical events leading up to the murd…

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Assassinations: The Russian Devil | LeechFest Ep 45 Part 1 1:01:21

6M ago1:01:21

1:01:21

Most often on this podcast we talk about people's attempts to preserve and improve health and wellbeing. This month, however, we are switching gears as we embark on a two parter covering three historical figures whose powerful enemies wanted them dead. In this first part, we introduce the term ''assassin'' and discuss its etymology, and take a look…

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Episode 40. Birthdays. Traditions, obligations and rituals. 38:00

6M ago38:00

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In this episode, we talk about birthdays. Whether you love them or loathe them, birthdays are a fascinating lens through which to explore human culture and connection. Tune in as we unpack the complexities of birthdays and what they mean to us individually and collectively. Resources mentioned: https://genekeys.com/ Book: “The Gene Keys: Embracing …

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Episode 39. Relationships, Connections, & Partnerships in Human Design with Meghan Hanes 1:21:48

6M ago1:21:48

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In this episode of Lab of Life, we are further exploring Human Design with our guest Megan Hanes - a Human Design and Breathwork practitioner. Join us as we learn about looking at connections and relationships through the Human Design lens. Understanding how this tool can help to uncover ways to communicate and understand each other and yourself be…

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Stockholm Syndrome | LeechFest Ep 44 1:14:36

6M ago1:14:36

1:14:36

In this month's episode we tackle the concept of Stockholm Syndrome as follows: Mia talks about the original bank heist which led to the coinage of the term, and Salem follows up with another very famous case- that of Patricia 'Patty' Hearst. We briefly give our personal interpretation of both cases, after which we discuss some potential psychiatri…

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Episode 38. Energy. The power of energy healing & mastering your energy 1:01:06

7M ago1:01:06

1:01:06

Join Raluca and Lena in this episode all about energy. Energy is the underlying force that governs everything in your life. When you can shift your energy, you can shift your life. Today's episode talks about : What energy is? How energy is related to healing? What happens in energy healing? Why energy healing is crucial during this time. What happ…

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Episode 37. Journaling as a powerful self-reflection and meditation practice 40:46

7M ago40:46

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In this episode, we explore journaling and its various forms and benefits - from the historical roots of journaling with philosophers to the modern-day science-backed advantages, we uncover the multifaceted aspects of this powerful practice. We discuss different forms of journaling, from traditional written methods to digital platforms, art journal…

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Bacteria? Eating MY Flesh? | LeechFest Ep 43 51:59

8M ago51:59

51:59

A short and sweet episode for you this month- no mucking about with this one. We discuss flesh-eating bacteria, every tabloid's favourite germ to fear monger about. Salem covers the medical and biomedical part, specifically what causes flesh-eating disease, how the disorder manifests and what to expect if you end up having it, and Mia talks about h…

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Episode 36. Human Design with Megan Hanes 1:22:03

8M ago1:22:03

1:22:03

In this episode of Lab Of Life, we are further exploring Human Design with our guest Megan Hanes - a Human Design and Breathwork practitioner. Join us as we learn about Megan's personal journey, discovering the intersections between her life experiences and the insights offered by Human Design and Breathwork. Website: https://www.theinwardexhale.co…

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Paws, Pills and Progress: Animal Models in Research | LeechFest Ep 42 1:29:01

8M ago1:29:01

1:29:01

This month's episode focuses on the history of the use of animals in medical science. We start out with an overview of currently available study models, and a short discussion of why animal models remain irreplaceable at this point in time. Mia goes on into the history of animal use in research, with a special focus on the development of ethical co…

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Episode 35: Navigating the New Era: Human Design Predictions for after 2027 1:10:02

8M ago1:10:02

1:10:02

In this episode of Lab Of Life, we delve into the predictions of Human Design and explore the shifts that await humanity post-2027, coinciding with the significant change in Pluto's astrological influence. We talk about all the new changes coming and how we can collectively get ready for a new Era to not only survive but thrive, and be the best we …

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Midnight Poppy Land 129: Brothers (with Angela, Patty, and Veronica) 1:46:46

8M ago1:46:46

1:46:46

This is it. Season finale and it's gut-wrenching. Prepare yourselves. Goliath meets Poppy over the phone and it's bittersweet. We learn about Tora's fear of spiders, and Poppy asks if they're brothers. Turns out... they're TWINS. This explains so much. Dawn has arrived. Goliath's captor comes. Tora and Poppy clutch each other as the worst happens. …

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Midnight Poppy Land 128: Almost Dawn (with Darla, Patty and Peg) 1:25:36

9M ago1:25:36

1:25:36

As Poppy showers, Tora receives a call. IT'S GOLIATH. Tora is in shock and asks him where he is. Goliath says he's in Malibu, but it's clear he's very far away and in a dingy jail cell. He looks out the window and sees the incoming dawn. We can all guess what that means. Tora wants to come get him, but all Goliath wants to do is say he's sorry. He …

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Episode 34. Pluto predictions for 12 zodiac signs 57:16

9M ago57:16

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In this episode, we delve into the influence of Pluto and its predictions for the next 20 years. Our focus shifts to each zodiac sign, offering practical insights on what to anticipate and how to navigate the upcoming changes. Whether you're an Aries, Taurus, Pisces, or any sign in between, our astrological experts provide tailored guidance for mak…

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Midnight Poppy Land 127: Helmet Cameo (with Emily and Ralu) 1:06:40

9M ago1:06:40

1:06:40

Poppy and Tora travel on the train, a heavy weapons bag between them until it conks Tora in the head. Poppy then nestles into Tora and continues with her memory of watching the GoPro footage in her helmet of the night before Agnes left. Agnes tells Robert that she's given Robert 6 years to figure "it" out, and that she's leaving Moonbright tomorrow…

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Spookysode 4: I Want To Believe | LeechFest Ep 41 1:59:29

9M ago1:59:29

1:59:29

In this year's second Spookysode, we discuss the Dyatlov Pass incident, which refers to the mysterious death of nine experienced hikers in the Ural Mountains in 1959, as well as the phenomenon of alien abductions, focusing on the case of Betty and Barney Hill. Were the deaths of Igor Dyatlov and his schoolmates caused by a weather phenomenon, a fre…

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Episode 33. Planet Pluto changing signs. What to look out for during the next 20-Year Transformational Wave. 1:24:40

9M ago1:24:40

1:24:40

Join us in the depths of astrological transformation as we explore the cosmic shift of the planet Pluto from Capricorn to Aquarius. Known in Roman mythology as the god of the underworld, Pluto holds the keys to profound change, symbolizing themes of transformation, death, rebirth, and evolution. With the ruling planet of Scorpio, the influence of t…

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Midnight Poppy Land 126: 50 Shades of F***in Agnes (with Aileen, Angela and Sakura) 1:29:41

9M ago1:29:41

1:29:41

Turns out Agnes has another whole family! Poppy finds the conversation too hard to handle, and hangs up. Tora lets it go and dresses Poppy, telling her they're headed to a safe place - his hometown. He charms the security guard into letting his bag go, for which Poppy punishes him by sitting with the bag sandwiched between them.As she dozes, she re…

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Witcher Season 3: 21 Fun Questions with Whiskey with Witcher podcast 1:10:33

9M ago1:10:33

1:10:33

I'm a huge fan of Tim and Valerie's podcast, Whiskey with Witcher, so I'm thrilled that they agreed to come on and answer 21 fun questions about Netflix's Witcher Season 3! Let us know the answers to your questions as you listen! 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗪𝗵𝗶𝘀𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿’𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁! https://open.spotify.com/show/7mhbdcCVELuKKDUoJxTX91?si=1fe968357f1746d8 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭…

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Midnight Poppy Land 125: Poppy's Mom (For real this time) (with Ruby) 44:11

9M ago44:11

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Tora and Poppy "borrow" one of the Altan guards' car, having left their disposable car in a bush. Quincey is uber relieved at Ivan and Oyuu's presence. Tora and Poppy eat breakfast at a diner, where Tora finally confronts Poppy with the real question: Who is she, and why is everyone after her? To get the answer, Poppy calls..... HER MOM!!! 🤯 ❓𝐴𝑢𝑑𝑖𝑒…

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Midnight Poppy Land 124: Boss Driver Quincey (with Ali, Raluca, and Veronica) 1:42:30

10M ago1:42:30

1:42:30

Quincey waits nervously for Tora and Poppy, only to notice several armed people ambushing them outside the elevator. Faced with no other choice, he revs his car and slams into them, just in time for Tora and Poppy to step innocently outside the elevator. He panics, wasting precious moments as more armed people swarm around them. Quincey once again …

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Spookysode 3: Cursed Content and Real Curses | LeechFest Ep 40 1:49:39

10M ago1:49:39

1:49:39

We are back just in time for Halloween with a spooky, spooky episode. This year, we've got for you the story of Karl Tänzler, who may be our least favourite scientist, and that of King Tut's curse. Enjoy, and happy Halloweeeeen! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my…

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Episode 32. Exploring Mindfulness and Inner Peace with Dr. Marvin G. Belzer 1:00:28

10M ago1:00:28

1:00:28

Join us in this episode of the "Lab of Life Podcast," as we embark on a journey of self-discovery and mindfulness with our esteemed guest, Dr. Marvin G. Belzer, Ph.D., an Adjunct Associate Professor at UCLA and a seasoned practitioner of mindfulness meditation. He shares his profound insights and experiences gained from over two decades of teaching…

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Midnight Poppy Land 123: Brave Girl (with Aileen, Patty and Ruby) 1:46:51

10M ago1:46:51

1:46:51

𝐸𝑝𝑖𝑠𝑜𝑑𝑒 𝑛𝑜𝑡𝑒: 𝑇ℎ𝑖𝑠 𝑤𝑎𝑠 𝑟𝑒𝑐𝑜𝑟𝑑𝑒𝑑 𝑏𝑒𝑓𝑜𝑟𝑒 𝑢𝑝𝑑𝑎𝑡𝑒𝑠 𝑡𝑜 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑒𝑝𝑖𝑠𝑜𝑑𝑒. 𝐴𝑠 𝑠𝑢𝑐ℎ, 𝑠𝑜𝑚𝑒 𝑑𝑒𝑡𝑎𝑖𝑙𝑠 𝑤𝑖𝑙𝑙 𝑏𝑒 𝑠𝑙𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡𝑙𝑦 𝑜𝑓𝑓. 𝑊𝑒 𝑤𝑖𝑙𝑙 𝑏𝑒 𝑟𝑒𝑐𝑜𝑟𝑑𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑎𝑓𝑡𝑒𝑟 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑒𝑝𝑖𝑠𝑜𝑑𝑒 𝑢𝑝𝑑𝑎𝑡𝑒𝑠 𝑓𝑟𝑜𝑚 𝑛𝑜𝑤 𝑜𝑛. As Poppy packs, she sees her lingerie in her bag. Daddy Tora yells at them to hurry up, and we see Quincess busy applying face cream. Poppy asks Quincey where all the lingerie came fr…

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Midnight Poppy Land 122: On His Knees (with Aileen and Emily) 1:46:08

10M ago1:46:08

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Quincess hears a buzz and first think it's his phone, then a BOB. Nope, it's the chopper that has got Poppy paralyzed, about to get blown to bits, until...Tora to the rescue! He snipers the machine gun so that it blazes the heck out of there, and also manages to instantly vanish and swing back into Quincey's apartment. For all his efforts, he is re…

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Midnight Poppy Land 121: Cursed (with Darla, Ralu, and Saucy) 1:33:41

10M ago1:33:41

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Poppy knows Tora is lying to her and slams her way out of the room. Tora thinks back to his memory of his mother after learning his father died to save her. We learn that a Congressman who was a descendant of Narin's last monarch was killed and Tora's dad took the fall for his mother. His mother tells Tora about the curse we know from Asura's Bride…

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Midnight Poppy Land 120: I Love You - Not (with Ali and Patty) 1:39:50

11M ago1:39:50

1:39:50

Tora shocks Poppy and readers with his guitar playing and singing skills. He lets his feelings show and Poppy sees them, reaching to comfort him. He asks if Quincey told her what he does, and she says she does. Tora is incredulous that she is still there. So incredulous that he traps her underneath him and proceeds to kiss her senseless. Poppy thin…

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Episode 31. The Art of Being - Exploring the Power of Mindfulness in Optimizing Your Human Experience 1:08:23

11M ago1:08:23

1:08:23

In today's fast-paced and chaotic world, finding inner peace and mental clarity has become increasingly essential for overall well-being. One practice that has gained significant popularity in recent years is mindfulness. Rooted in ancient wisdom traditions, mindfulness offers a path to self-discovery and improved mental health. In this episode, we…

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Midnight Poppy Land 119: Mine (with Mem) 32:13

11M ago32:13

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Quincey shows Poppy her room, which is also where Benjamin slept. Quincey avoids talking about the day's events, and we learn that today was actually not D-Day. So what is? He urges her to check on Tora, which Poppy does, tripping over Tora's weapons on the way. Tora is rude but Poppy is patient. She plays with Joe's guitar and notices her old stra…

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Midnight Poppy Land 118: Salty Ice Cream (with Angela and Ruby) 47:56

11M ago47:56

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Gyu leaves and things get awkward in Quincey's apartment - for Quincey, at least. Every move is filled with innuendo and poor Quincey does not stop blushing. Quincey has also been tasked with the difficult job of telling Poppy that Tora is a hitman - but a "good one." Just as Quincey's limit is reached, Tora comes in with the bad news - he found Vi…

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Purple Hyacinth 62: Ad Lib Alibi (with Bundin and Firedancer) 44:57

11M ago44:57

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To get out of a sticky situation, Kieran decides to go for the jugular and tell Will and Kym that he and Lauren are... DATING. Kieran pretends to be bashful but isn't pretending when he says he couldn't forget her eyes. The two then taunt each other with increasingly embarrassing "admissions." They split up, and Will heads to his parent's comfortab…

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Midnight Poppy Land 117: Balthuman Garbage (with Krystine and Ruby) 36:49

11M ago36:49

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Ghoa is overcome with emotion upon hearing from Oyuun about how the meeting went. Quincey returns to his apartment where Poppy and Gyu are waiting for him expectantly. Quincey is at the beginning of an emotional freakout. Tora, meanwhile, has received pages from the notebook from Gyu, and knows where to look for Balthuman garbage. He finds the CD a…

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Episode 30. Divination tools part 8. Numerology 30:23

11M ago30:23

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Numerology is a belief system and practice that ascribes meaning and significance to numbers, particularly in relation to a person's life and destiny. It is one of the mapping divination tools. We categorized it as the “mapping tool” because it can give you guidance around your life path. Just like with Astrology, Human Design, and other mapping to…

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Episode 29. Divination tools part 7. Palmistry 37:40

12M ago37:40

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Palmistry, also known as chiromancy, is a form of divination or fortune-telling that involves interpreting the lines, shapes, and features of a person's palms to gain insights into their personality traits, potential life events, and characteristics. This practice is based on the belief that the lines and markings on a person's palms can reveal inf…

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Episode 28. Divination Tools Part 6. Mapping Tools - Human Design (Segment 3) - Profiles, Incarnation Cross & more 1:19:05

12M ago1:19:05

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Alright folks, we're rounding off our deep dive into Human Design in our Divination series. This time, we're getting into the nitty-gritty: from Profiles to Authorities, Gates, Channels, and even touching on Environments and Connections. The list goes on! Got your Human Design chart handy? Whip it out and let's journey through it together. Let's un…

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Typhoid: Wash Your Dang Hands | LeechFest Ep 39 56:17

1y ago56:17

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In this episode we discuss typhoid fever and our new favourite scrappy lady: Typhoid Mary. We talk about the bacteria and why it's a lame pathogen, as well as it's mechanism of pathogenicity and infection, and then discuss what caused typhoid plagues and the way we've dealt with it previously. Lastly, we go over the story of Typhoid Mary, and even …

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Episode 27. Divination Tools Part 5. Mapping Tools - Human Design (Segment 2) 1:25:10

1y ago1:25:10

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In this episode, we continue exploring Human Design by unlocking the secrets of the 9 unique centers that govern our lives, guiding us on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. These energy centers correspond to the way we function, energetically connecting to our physical organs and glands. If we live in alignment with our true nature, our p…

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Midnight Poppy Land 116: Stool Pigeon (with Darla) 49:59

1y ago49:59

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We find out that Scharch is Martin's son. Quincy and Tora try to prove that Scharch is working against the clan by showing a picture of Scharch with Mr. Lam, which causes Scharch to accidentally self-incriminate. Tora, holding a gun to Scharch's head, flashes back to Martin holding a gun to his own little child head, taunting him for thinking that …

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Midnight Poppy Land 115: D-Day (with Angela, Emily, and Lily) 40:45

1y ago40:45

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We learn more about Quincy's family tree, where Oyuun, his grandmother Khulan's sister, marries Vincent's Uncle Ivan. So a double marriage between the Altan and Balthuman families.Oyuun and Ivan do their best to subtly patronize Vincent, and we hear about the first Ivan Balthuman, who may come into play later. Quincy takes the momentous step of bec…

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Episode 26. Divination Tools Part 4. Mapping Tools - Human Design (Segment 1) 59:24

1y ago59:24

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In this episode, we continue our Divination Tools Series by exploring Human Design—a powerful system that combines astrology, the I Ching, Kabbalah, and other esoteric teachings. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of Human Design and its profound impact on our lives. Human Design offers a unique blueprint that reveals our individuality, purpose, a…

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Midnight Poppy Land 114: The Real Mafia Boss (with Darla, Patty and Veronica) 1:02:25

1y ago1:02:25

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Word is out on the street - Poppy's numbered. Uh-oh. Vincent realizes he's been played and is furious at Tora. Scharch leads in Nicholas and Yadori to show Vincent proof that Tora is involved in the notebook. The geniuses are about to take out their photo when Quincy walks in, trying to save his friends. Martin protests and Quincy reminds him who h…

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Purple Hyacinth 61: Temerarious Trespass (with Marie and Riz) 26:37

1y ago26:37

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Lauren begs Will to go on shift but Will refuses, so she spends her time in the office ruminating over the information she heard about her parents' driver. She goes to the archives to investigate. Kieran is there and wants to help her (definite guilt there). Hermann enters, praises Kieran, and searches for Lauren. Kieran is a dumb-dumb and gives aw…

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Purple Hyacinth 60: Obstructive Oath (with Marie and Riz) 25:43

1y ago25:43

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Lauren contemplates their night in the closet and the information they learned, never noticing that someone is trailing her and snapping a picture. IS IT DYLAN??? At the office, Kieran is scoring points by sweetly serving coffee. Kym shamelessly flirts with him and irritates Will. Lauren arrives and cannot compute. March calls Will and Kym out to i…

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Episode 25. Evolutionary Astrology, The One Sign You Should Know in Your Chart and a Major Upcoming Transit with Corina Crysler 1:19:48

1y ago1:19:48

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In this captivating episode, we dive into the world of astrology with our guest, Corina Crysler, an exceptional evolutionary astrologer. Corina brings a unique perspective to her practice by interweaving the profound wisdom of evolutionary astrology with the ancient practices of the Divine Feminine. Join us as Corina shares her transformative insig…

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Bugs as Drugs | LeechFest Ep 38 1:04:21

1y ago1:04:21

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In this episode we discuss the use of bugs (insects, arthropods, and the like) in medicine and medical research. Specifically, Mia serves us an overview of historical medical treatments using insect pulps and mashes, and Salem covers the modern use of bugs in medicine and research. As you may have heard, maggots are huge in wound treatment, but per…

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Purple Hyacinth 59: Painful Proximity (with Bundin, Iris, and Mossy) 53:49

1y ago53:49

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Lauren and Kieran realize they will have to wait until 3 am to leave the closet. They snipe at each other until Lauren realizes that Kieran too, planted a bug in the room and goes crazy. Surprise surprise! Lauren starts thinking about Kieran choking her, shakes it off, and tells him to stay away. Kieran feels bad. Lauren takes notes while Kieran do…

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Purple Hyacinth 58: Foredoomed Future (with Bundin, Iris, and Mossy) 36:37

1y ago36:37

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Lauren and Kiera discover that great minds think alike, and that they have more in common than they'd like to admit. They both creep next to the door to listen in on the meeting, hilariously pantomiming to each other. They learn about an immense shipment of nitroglyceride and a hideout for its storage. As the messenger leaves, Lauren spots a tattoo…

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