Best Ryan Lund Podcasts (2024)

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The Starseed Syndrome: To Insanity & Beyond? 1:10:11

9m ago1:10:11

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Grab your cosmic passport and join us as we finally travel the galaxy in search of the truth about Starseeds. TRIGGER WARNING: This may be a provocative or controversial episode if you identify as a Starseed (in which case, this episode is probably even more important for you to listen to). Starseeds are a subculture within the new age spirituality…

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August 2024 Astrology Forecast: For Better, For Worse 1:08:30

8d ago1:08:30

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Astrologers are ringing the alarms for August, but we're here to give you a more grounded look at the cosmic landscape. We're learning this month that your ability to love and commit to anything - a person, a hobby, a job, a pet, anything! - is worth the pain and imperfections. The joy you derive from the things you love and commit to, despite thei…

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God Bless the Ballot Box: Staying Spiritual in Political Upheaval 1:00:36

13d ago1:00:36

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***TRIGGER WARNING: Politics Ahead! This is not a typical “spiritual” episode — but actually, it is! Part of a healthy spiritual practice is paying attention to what’s happening in the world and allowing yourself to feel however you might feel about what you witness. If you’re not paying attention, you’re not participating in life. And if you’re no…

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#35 Vegan News Minisode - August 2024 5:58

11d ago5:58

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Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 36: July 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by new co-host, Erin, as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food, and animal campaign news - filmed at Vegan Camp Out 2024! In this episod…

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July 2024 Astrology Forecast: The Archipelago of Self 1:18:04

1M ago1:18:04

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We're back! And this episode feels very prescient. We recorded this in June, but life has been crazy and we haven't had a chance to edit and post it until now. We apologize for the delay, but the episode definitely has some interesting information foreshadowing some of the current events we've experienced in July. As everyone now knows, an assassin…

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#35 Vegan News Minisode - July 2024 20:28

1M ago20:28

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Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 35: July 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Rachel as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food, and animal campaign news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Rachel dis…

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#34 Vegan News Minisode - June 2024 15:38

2M ago15:38

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Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 34: June 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Rachel as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food, and animal campaign news from around the globe. In this episode, Faye and Rachel dis…

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Serendipity Sessions: Starting A New Life & Gullibility 1:00:57

3M ago1:00:57

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Serendipity Sessions returns again...for the second time in a row! To be honest, our last episode wasn't a true Serendipity Session because it involved one primary topic and Ryan was pretty prepared to discuss it. So Ryan ruined it. Blame Ryan. But the good news is that this episode is a true Serendipity Session! Serendipity Sessions was designed t…

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Introducing rapper and animal rights activist, Feldi! 42:20

3M ago42:20

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Rapper and animal rights activist Feldi has taken conscious rap to another level. Using his talents to advocate for animals through music, he brings the vegan message to a new audience. In this episode of the Viva podcast, Feldi opens up about his journey to veganism, his work as an activist, and the songs that have meant the most to him. Feldi wil…

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Doctors Daisy Lund & Clare Day talk B12, protein, Ozempic and why a vegan diet is the best! 54:37

3M ago54:37

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Doctors Daisy Lund and Clare Day discuss health narratives in the media, processed food, Ozempic, the Eatwell Guide, and their views on processed foods, oat milk and more!  Rachel and Faye sit down to ask plenty of health-related questions and discuss how they went about launching their own podcast In this episode:  Are processed meats terrible for…

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Serendipity Sessions: Transcending Opposites with Jupiter in Gemini 1:01:28

3M ago1:01:28

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Jupiter begins its year-long transit through Gemini on May 25, 2024, so we turned it into a Serendipity Session! We riff on a specific yet understated theme that Jupiter in Gemini is likely to expose: the need to transcend opposing forces. The world is seen through a binary lens in many ways. Gemini will highlight the contradictions, juxtapositions…

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The Reality of Spirituality with Karina Alonso 1:34:48

3M ago1:34:48

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In this week's episode, we're introducing you to Karina Alonso - a multidisciplinary student of life and spiritual practitioner. Karina is an open book, sharing her spiritual journey in real-time online. We love Karina because her approach to spiritual discourse is unique and authentic. She doesn't wield her knowledge as a weapon or gate-keep the i…

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#33 Vegan News Minisode - May 2024 11:15

3M ago11:15

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The Vegan News Minisode with Faye Lewis  Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 33: May 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Rachel as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the glo…

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Is Hesitation A Dork Impulse? 1:02:45

3M ago1:02:45

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Hesitation is such a common yet fleeting feeling, often occurring mere moments before an ultimate decision. This instinctive pause is intertwined with moral choices, offering us a moment to confirm where we stand on the spectrum of good and bad, right and wrong. Hesitation can be the difference between cautious wisdom and paralyzing fear, as it tap…

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Andy Shovel: THIS co-founder and former KFC addict! 40:26

3M ago40:26

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In this episode we are joined by entrepreneur Andy Shovel, co-founder of meat-free food brand THIS. A self-confessed former KFC addict who ran a burger company, Andy turned his business acumen to building one of the biggest meat alternative brands in the country. In this episode, Andy and Rachel discuss: How he built the THIS brand from a startup t…

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Maths graduate turned vegan activist Nicole Whittle, AKA Vegan Beauty Girl, talks to Viva! 37:47

3M ago37:47

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Nicole Whittle - otherwise known as Vegan Beauty Girl - is a maths graduate turned influencer and vegan activist. Her unique and honest social media presence is synonymous with the vegan movement, as she provides frank and supportive advice to her followers on everything from vegan food to cruelty-free skincare. In this episode, Nicole and Rachel d…

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Ryan Edwards of Cwmbran's Queen Inn, discusses being in the top five restaurants in the world! 33:02

3M ago33:02

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Ryan Edwards of Cwmbran's Queen Inn is reveling in the extraordinary achievement of being ranked among the top five vegan restaurants in the world (thanks to Happy Cow). Faye catches up with him to try out a vegan 3D-printed steak, to see if it lives up to the hype, and to find out about the history of the pub and the decision to be fully plant-bas…

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May 2024 Astrology Forecast: Swiss Army Knife 1:07:19

3M ago1:07:19

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May 2024 brings a joyful and refreshing shift of astrological energy! Our theme is Swiss Army Knife, because there are a lot of diverse themes swirling around this month and you want to be prepared with your most useful tools and resources to quickly adjust as life brings changes your way! The majority of planetary movements are super positive, and…

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Web Browsing Data to Study Digital Political Behavior, with Prof. Sebastian Stier 36:42

3M ago36:42

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Prof. Sebastian Stier, Scientific Director of Computational Social Science at GESIS and Professor of CSS at the University of Mannheim, discusses how web tracking data can inform social science questions. We discuss the data structure of web browsing data, how it is collected, and the types of incentives used to recruit participants. Prof. Stier al…

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Micro-Influencer Marketing for Political Campaigns, with Ryan Davis 39:46

4M ago39:46

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Ryan Davis, Co-Founder of People First, discusses how "micro-influencers" or "micro-creators" are being used in political campaigns. We discuss the benefits of using micro-influencers for engagement, as well as how they can be used to target specific blocks of voters. Ryan also shares how these creators can inform the political strategy of campaign…

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One Year of Clairannoyance — The Anniversary Episode! 1:16:40

4M ago1:16:40

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Happy Anniversary to us!!! And to YOU! Our lovely listeners! We couldn't be happier to celebrate this special occasion with each other — and with you! In this milestone episode, we discuss the spiritual and symbolic meaning of anniversaries. We reminisce about our favorite moments from the past year and chat about our hopes for the upcoming year. W…

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The Rise of Ketamine Therapy with Dr. Dan Ripley 1:10:54

4M ago1:10:54

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We're talking about drugs today, kids! Specifically, we're speaking with a doctor — A real doctor! Dr. Dan! — who uses ketamine to treat patients struggling with everything from depression to bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder to alcoholism, and much more. The conversation about using psychedelics for therapeutic purposes in clinical …

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Far Right Women Influencers on YouTube and Instagram, with Dr. Eviane Leidig 43:53

4M ago43:53

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Dr. Eviane Leidig, Marie Curie postdoctoral fellow at Tilburg University, discusses her book "The Women of the Far Right: Social Media Influencers and Online Radicalization." We break down the role of social media for the alt-right movement, and how platforms like Instagram and YouTube work to mainstream extremist views. These insights come from Dr…

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Serendipity Sessions: Aliens, Aging, Cleanliness & Wokeness 1:05:58

4M ago1:05:58

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The Serendipity Sessions returns again! ***SPOILER ALERT: If you are reading/watching "Three Body Problem" and don't want any spoilers, do not listen to these 5 minutes of the podcast: 5:00 — 10:00. The Serendipity Sessions was designed to be a stream-of-consciousness series so we can stumble upon moments of divine inspiration and clarity without p…

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Special Feature: Thomas Pickering, director of I Could Never Go Vegan, talks to Viva! 35:52

4M ago35:52

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Thomas Pickering is a renowned documentary filmmaker known for his compelling storytelling. He joins Faye to discuss his latest documentary I Could Never Go Vegan exploring the challenges and misconceptions surrounding veganism, offering a complete debunk around the barriers to veganism, while examining the ethical, environmental, and health-relate…

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Stephanie Lane: founder of the group Speciesism.WTF 43:43

5M ago43:43

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Interdisciplinary Artist, Filmmaker, and Animal Rights Activist Stephanie Lane founded SPECIESISM.WTF in Summer 2023. By exploring the theme of speciesism, Stephanie aims to ignite a collective consciousness that recognises the inherent worth of and gives equal consideration to nonhuman beings, regardless of their species. Having taken part in one …

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#32 Vegan News Minisode - April 2024 14:14

5M ago14:14

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The Vegan News Minisode with Faye Lewis  Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 32: April 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Rachel as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the g…

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April 2024 Astrology Forecast: When Giants Fall 1:24:26

5M ago1:24:26

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April is a GIANT month — the biggest of the year…astrologically speaking, of course! Not only is April action packed from start to finish, but some of the year’s most potent transits are stuffed into these 30 days. We’re giving you all the updates you need to know about, so get ready to take some notes because we have a lot to cover. Major astrolog…

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Wikipedia Public Relations for Politics, Brands, and Crisis Communication, with Rhiannon Ruff 48:09

5M ago48:09

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Rhiannon Ruff, Wikipedia Expert and Founding Partner at Lumino, discusses how politicians and brands can effectively manage their Wikipedia presence. We discuss why Wikipedia is important for Google Search and AI like ChatGPT, and how the tone, norms, and editors of Wikipedia make editing your own page difficult. Rhi shares her tips on how to manag…

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Who Do You Think You Are? with Michelle Brock 1:17:07

5M ago1:17:07

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Longtime listeners may remember today's guest, Michelle Brock, our past life expert! Michelle is back to discuss her brand new book — "Who Do You Think You Are?" — now available via publisher Penguin Random House. One of the most brilliant parts of this book, and our discussion about it, is that past life exploration isn't just about who you used t…

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Slightly Controversial & Morally Gray with Victoria Thérèse 1:38:03

5M ago1:38:03

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We threw out the rulebook in this episode. Today's guest, Victoria Thérèse, is something of a walking library. A wunderkind of sorts. Expect this episode to be a cerebral-spiritual tour de force. We had a massive list of mind-bending topics we originally planned to discuss with Victoria, but we barely touched that list. This might as well be anothe…

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#31 Vegan News Minisode - March 2024 18:32

5M ago18:32

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The Vegan News Minisode with Faye Lewis  Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 31: March 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Issy as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around the glo…

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Special Feature: Kip Andersen, American filmmaker, producer and writer talks Christspiracy with Viva! 29:04

5M ago29:04

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Kip Andersen is an American filmmaker, producer, writer, entrepreneur, and the founder of Animals United Movement (A.U.M.) an which focuses on promoting awareness and equality for all life. He is known for his such as , , and . He joins Faye to discuss his latest in the Spiracy documentary franchise, Christspiracy, which aims to expose a 2,000 year…

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Emma Håkansson: director of Collective Fashion Justice 48:21

6M ago48:21

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In this episode, we are joined by Emma Håkansson, an incredible activist from Australia who is campaigning for the end of animal exploitation within the fashion industry while also reducing the toll fashion has on the environment and the people who work in the industry. She founded her organisation, Collective Fashion Justice, to enable changes by…

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Mark Wakeling: from hunter and soldier to vegan animal sanctuary owner 55:37

6M ago55:37

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Mark Wakeling’s journey from hunter and soldier to vegan animal sanctuary owner is captivating. The son of a man who ran livestock markets, where he worked as a boy, he used to hunt and fish and then became a soldier. After years in London as an actor and acting teacher, he returned to the country to find peace at Amberwood Sanctuary. 👉🏽Founded in …

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Jane Valez-Mitchell: journalist, activist and vegan media mogul! 55:03

6M ago55:03

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Jane Velez-Mitchell is an award-winning broadcast journalist, best-selling author, and the founder and managing editor of the streaming service UnchainedTV.  At the helm of , Velez-Mitchell has built a network of filmmakers, journalists, content creators, and animal rights activists who are all working towards a common goal: to make it as easy as p…

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Captain Paul Watson: founder of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society 53:49

6M ago53:49

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In this episode, Issy sits down with Captain Paul Watson, a pioneering animal rights activist who founded the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, an anti-poaching and direct action group focused on marine conservation activism. In this episode, Issy and Paul discuss: the release of his new book Hitman for the Kindness Club his direct action saving a…

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Earthling Ed: vegan educator, best-selling author, public speaker and content creator 1:16:08

6M ago1:16:08

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Ed Winters is a vegan educator, best-selling author, public speaker and content creator, widely known for his viral debates, speeches, and video essays. In this episode, Issy sits down with Ed to discuss his new book How to Argue With a Meat Eater (And Win Every Time), his nine-year vegan journey, how his mindset shifted from thinking vegans were h…

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Georgie Purcell: Animal Justice Party MP, advocate for animals and humans alike! 35:20

6M ago35:20

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Georgie Purcell, the Animal Justice Party MP, and a distinguished member of the Victorian Legislative Council representing Northern Victoria, made headlines in 2020 with her courageous inaugural speech. Despite being the youngest woman ever elected in the state, Georgie faced adversity head-on, openly addressing her past as a stripper and confronti…

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Dani Taylor: PlantBuild co-founder and vegan figure competitor and champion 35:40

6M ago35:40

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Dani Taylor is a vegan figure competitor and champion, the co-founder of VeganProteins.com, and also a co-founder of PlantBuilt.com As an overweight child and adolescent who believed that was the way she was “meant to be”, Dani switched to an ethical vegan diet and lost 30 pounds. At this point, she realised she had the power to change the way she …

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Andrew Fearn: the quiet half of Sleaford Mods opens up to Viva! 18:19

6M ago18:19

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Andrew Fearn, the quiet half of Sleaford Mods, the bedroom musician half and the half that soundtracks the caustic narratives of the other half, Jason Williamson, opens up about his vegan journey, compassion for animals and trying to do what he can.  Sleaford Mods have described their work as "electronic munt minimalist punk-hop rants for the worki…

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Race, Racism, and Resistance on Social Media, with Dr. Rob Eschmann 40:19

6M ago40:19

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Dr. Rob Eschmann, Associate Professor of Social Work at Columbia University, discusses his latest book When the Hood Comes Off: Racism and Resistance in the Digital Age (University of California Press). We cover how social media works to unmask everyday experiences of racism, and how this affects student life at American universities. Dr. Eschmann …

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The Mythic Imagination of Amy Filbin 1:21:59

6M ago1:21:59

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We're thrilled to introduce you to this week's guest, Amy Filbin — a multidisciplinary practitioner who artfully and skillfully synthesizes her academic, psychological and spiritual knowledge to help clients across the world. In this episode, Amy traverses tarot, astrology, hypnotherapy and beyond to illuminate the obstacles that keep people stuck …

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#30 Vegan News Minisode - February 2024 7:00

6M ago7:00

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The Vegan News Minisode with Faye Lewis  Bringing you the latest news from the world of veganism: Episode 30: February 2024 Welcome to the Vegan News Minisode, brought to you by leading vegan charity Viva!. Presenter Faye is this month joined by Rachel as they bring you the latest plant-based lifestyle, food and animal campaigns news from around th…

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Awakenings & Spiritual Genetics: Part 1 52:06

6M ago52:06

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Is spirituality something people are predisposed to experiencing? Do your genetics make a difference? What external forces are at play that might cause someone to become more spiritual? Spiritual awakenings are a common topic in the spiritual community, but not often something that we dissect and explore in-depth. This is the first installment of o…

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Data-Driven Campaigning: How Political Campaigns use Data, Analytics, and Technology, with Prof. Kate Dommett and Dr. Simon Kruschinski 50:29

6M ago50:29

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Prof. Kate Dommett, Professor of Digital Politics at the University of Sheffield, and Dr. Simon Kruschinski, Postdoctoral Researcher in Communication at the University of Mainz, discuss their new book: Data-Driven Campaigning and Political Parties. We discuss the book's theoretical framework on how system-level, regulatory-level, and party-level fa…

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A Cubby Hole for Life's Clutter with Erik Quigley 1:05:35

6M ago1:05:35

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What if spirituality is just a place to stash life's chaos? A container to help you find peace with all your clutter? In this modern world, spirituality can be so complex to the point that it's off-putting for many people. Life is messy regardless... so shouldn't spirituality help you tidy up your soul? Erik Quigley joins us to offer a completely d…

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February 2024 Astrology Forecast: Play the Infinite Game 44:12

7M ago44:12

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***NOTE: We had some audio issues at first so you'll hear a funny break around 15:25. This took a while for us to fix, so it derailed our recording a while and we were short on time. We had to move through the astrology forecast this month a little faster than we originally planned. It's still an excellent episode though, obviously. Enjoy the chaos…

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China's Digital Strategy for Information Control, with Dr. Andrew MacDonald 44:31

7M ago44:31

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Dr. Andrew W. MacDonald, Assistant Professor of Social Science at Duke Kunshan University, shares research from his new book Directed Digital Dissidence in Autocracies: How China Wins Online. We discuss the Chinese digital and social media context, citizens' perceptions of online propaganda, and how the state manipulates digital information to furt…

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Serendipity Sessions: Overthinking, Affirmations, and Letting Go with Love 1:08:29

7M ago1:08:29

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Our stream-of-consciousness series, The Serendipity Sessions, returns again! Listen in as we have a real-time and fully unplanned conversation that leads us to some significant topics we have on our minds. We land on some thought-provoking conclusions as we discuss various subjects including the debilitating effects of overthinking, to the influenc…

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