Best The Istas Podcasts (2024)

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Off With Their Heads! 48:52

21h ago48:52

48:52

With the Olympics and Rugby League coalescing this week our hosts have adopted the Spirit of Revolution and are "Mad as hell and not going to take it anymore!" They discuss overturning the RL Class system and "The Big Walk" at the Tigers, along with St George getting "Nathanised" on the weekend. They spend some time talking about ways to "Fix" Rugb…

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Beer, Footy and Food 55:30

3h ago55:30

55:30

Still basking in the victorious afterglow of Origin III, this week our Blueslander hosts are joined by Matt Rule, promoter of the upcoming "Beer, Food & Footy" Festival held annually at Newtown Oval, to discuss what happens on the day, the promising future of the Jets, the freeform Jazz improv performance of ref Ashley Klein, the Luai Hustle, The B…

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Integrating Altered States of Consciousness: Amánda Argot 1:01:25

8d ago1:01:25

1:01:25

It’s one thing to summon the courage and create the safety to dive into an altered state of consciousness. It’s another thing entirely to know how best to care for ourselves, and be cared for, after the experience is over. But as our guest in this episode, psychedelic integration coach, Amánda Argot, explains, this post-experience phase is vital to…

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Vonnie Sampson - "The Ball Never Lies" 1:07:21

36m ago1:07:21

1:07:21

In the lead up to the massive Origin III Decider we have the inestimable Vonnie Sampson from Fox Footy join us to discuss Mankinis, Possums, Fred Zeppelin, Police Escorts, The "Caco", Schnapps for breakfast, Navel Gazing and Regurgitator in a box. And some footy. Listen in for all the good goss. And tell your friends please, we need some more liste…

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PERSONAL INJURY CRISIS! 0:24

15d ago0:24

0:24

Unfortunately we've had to cancel this week's episode due to a Personal Injury Mishap to one of our hosts. Back next week! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Fire Up!

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Keys for Cultivating an Epic Relationship: Michael Gibson 56:04

25d ago56:04

56:04

What would it be like for us to use the tools that we learn in workshops to create a life, and a partnership, that is not just ordinary but extraordinary? This is the big question driving the work of this episode’s guest, relationship coach, Michael Gibson. For example, he says, fighting between partners is “ordinary.” This is not to judge the real…

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Dung Beetle! 56:35

12d ago56:35

56:35

We wrap up all the important news to come out of Round 17 and State Of Origin II, trying to make sense of 90,000 confused Melburnians, Ashley Klein's need to be liked, Billy Slater's private video room and all the Sin Bin confusion. Sticky "Dials In" again and we live in fear of The Rise Of The Robots. All this and much much more!!! See omnystudio.…

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Streakers, Little Guys & Ziplock Bags 57:34

19d ago57:34

57:34

On the eve of Origin II our hosts bemoan the absence of genuine nude streakers these days, talk up "Little Guys" with Vossy and Brandy, discuss the importance of having "Mitchell's" in your team and worry about Stephen Crichton's burgeoning handshake repertoire. All this and a severely inadequate preview of the big game. With a new tune from Denis …

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"It's All Gone Latrell" 1:05:09

2M ago1:05:09

1:05:09

In the wrap up of Round 15, our hosts explore the idea of Role Models across the code, debate the etymology of the term "Glass Houses" (spoiler - it's not Billy Joel), the expansion team potential of the Beijing Bears, and take a deep dive into the motivational power of ribald tattoos. They also look into beat poet fanboy Tristan Sailor, ask "can G…

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The Dismissal 1:02:23

1M ago1:02:23

1:02:23

What else is there to talk about this week but - The Dismissal? Well our hosts do bemoan the musical choices from The Origin Debacle, and talk up the pre-game Lebanese meal at Accor Stadium, but the incident between the "Pretty Boys" dominates the hearts, minds and conversation of all. Along the way they get to revisit Nate Myles's best work and cr…

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The Art of Temple Nights: Celeste Gonzalez 58:08

1M ago58:08

58:08

Temple nights. They are popping up like wildfires! Some say there should be more of them. One of those people is Celeste Gonzalez, who runs some of the best in Berlin. For her, it is super important that they are deeply attuned events for sensual and soul connection. Not events even. Art pieces! In this episode, Celeste talks with Simon about what …

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Origin Stories 1:04:43

1M ago1:04:43

1:04:43

On the eve of the first Origin game for 2024, our hosts focus on the complex issues behind the facile back page news of the daily blatherings, such as Corey “Scavenger” Parker’s wedding night BLT, eradicating Sweet Caroline from the face of the earth, The DFAT Raiders’ Vegas gambit, The Taiwan Tornadoes, Vlandy’s Rosehill Ghetto and create a tonne …

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A New Hope....For The Hopeless 1:00:50

2M ago1:00:50

1:00:50

With Origin Rounds looming and injury carnage across the competition, many clubs that are flailing and floundering my be sniffing a chance to put their seasons back on track. Our hosts look back on Indigenous Round and have plenty of fodder for their segments "Dial In," "Rugby League Biology" and "On The Wires." As always we feature lots of (in)app…

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Roadkill and Redfern Pat 1:11:16

2M ago1:11:16

1:11:16

With Special Guest Redfern Pat in the studio to discuss the fallout from Magic Round, the injury carnage keeps piling up and the controversies are erupting thick and fast. Nothing gets past the Fire Up crew, from Brad Arthur's Mad Monday to the Fifita Backflip to the PNG Franchise and Bellamy's Bits 'R' Us Business. Make sure to DIAL IN! one more t…

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The Game Is Finished!!!! 55:28

2M ago55:28

55:28

It's Round 11 and The Code Is In Crisis! 50 Hamstrings! FIFTY!!! Are we evolving, expanding, or devolving? It's a state of mass confusion with mere lovetaps earning 3 weeks on the sidelines. The Kythera Connection, The Planet Of The Apes, SuperCoaches Bennett and Bellamy and The Roosters Way are all scheming before our eyes, and Benny Elias, for on…

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The Garden Of Time 54:32

3M ago54:32

54:32

With The Met Gala occurring at the same time as Fire Up! was recorded this week our hosts felt a freakish affinity between the Fashionistas in New York and the world of Rugby League, and they proceed to untangle these threads across the course of the episode. Of course the big issues like "Small Ball," "Kenty's Tree," "Departure Day," "Big Man Synd…

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Free to Thrive! Gender, Fluidity & Our Inner Selves: Asis Aviv 1:07:33

3M ago1:07:33

1:07:33

Asis Aviv is one of a kind, and the newest faculty member of the International School of Temple Arts. A self-described “rich witch, radical faerie, love priestexx, and shy-ning diva,” they are here for falling back in love with being humxn. In this conversation with Simon Marvell, Asis–a name which means “JUICE!” in Hebrew–shares their reflections …

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Episode 7- Frit Tam: 'Read the Signs' 1:05:45

3M ago1:05:45

1:05:45

On this episode of the SABULOUS podccast, Sabs speaks to Trans-Activist speaker, YouTuber, Podcaster, award-winning film-maker, somatic healr... and so much more - Frit Tam. In this conversation Sabs and Frit discuss: Energy shifts and why mercury retrograde is causing issues. The importance of a favourite potato. What happens when lines of communi…

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Nostradamus, Dogheads & Sam Walker's Beard 52:12

3M ago52:12

52:12

The ANZAC Day Rd throws up a plethora of talking points for this week, including but not limited to - "Eyes Up" Ipswich footy, is Brendan Cowell REALLY Nostradamus,? Kickoff - Yay or Nay? Sam Walker's winning Beard and winning ways, and is "Doghead" as an insult Paul Kent's best media work yet? Rugby League Biology is back with plenty to discus. Al…

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Not Talking Politics! Brendan Cowell in the house... 1:05:48

3M ago1:05:48

1:05:48

With our first guest for the year in the studio, actor/writer/Cronulla fan Brendan Cowell comes in all guns blazing, shooting opinions from his hip about everything from the gold plated taps at Casa Melbourne Storm to how he would revitalise the Roosters and eliminate The Titans, whilst he picks the NSW Origin Team and lauds the Tszuyu brothers as …

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Creating Safer Spaces for Relationship & Healing: Shelby Leigh 52:14

3M ago52:14

52:14

It has become common to talk about creating safer spaces for healing work. And this is a good thing. Everyone in the field of conscious sensuality, embodiment, and healing work should be looking to improve their practice and rise to higher standards of care, support, awareness, and sensitivity. At the same time, it has also become common to resist …

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Sticky Processes 54:16

3M ago54:16

54:16

Round 6 of the Season sees a return to the good old days of feuds, anger, hate and turmoil as Sticky Ricky, the Game's Greatest Thinker, is back in superior form and initiates a proper stink with Des Hasler. Our hosts also dive deep on to the ongoing feud between Parasite Peter Fitzsimmons and Jimmy Graham, the turmoil at Souths, The Lomax vortex o…

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Episode 6 - Tyler Williams-Green: 'The Passion-ista'' 1:08:36

3M ago1:08:36

1:08:36

On this episode of the SABULOUS podccast, Sabs speaks to the charity founder, running community builder, fashion icon and all round inspiration, the London based Sabulous human and founder andf CEO of The Outrunners charity and community - Tyler Williams-Green. In this conversation Sabs and Tyler discuss: The exhausting nature of face-to-face sessi…

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The Footy Gods Are Real 53:34

3M ago53:34

53:34

Our hosts dissect the wild and woolly Round 5 of the NRL, asking whether or not James Tedesco is an impediment to his own health?, is Latrell "too special"?, is Billy Slater "The Modern Horseman" or "The Electric Cowboy?" and where to next for the upwardly mobile Rabbitohs? Not to mention discussions of Keith Barnes, Zac Lomax, the Dialled-In Warat…

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Fire Up! Mediawatch #5; Easter, Spudd Carroll 2:51

3M ago2:51

2:51

Redfern Pat gives us his weekly Fire Up! Mediawatch update See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Fire Up!

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Candid Conversations & Criticism about the Sacred Sexuality Space: Dave Booda 2:17:47

3M ago2:17:47

2:17:47

Over the last couple of years, Dave Boda has been really critical of ISTA. He’s composed blog-posts and spoken openly about how some of the people involved need to improve, and how some of the ways ISTA approaches its work need to fall away. In this episode, he talks with ISTA facilitator, the podcast founder, and his old friend, Ria Yoshida, about…

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Resilience, Distractions, Discretion & Judgement 44:31

3M ago44:31

44:31

After a slow news week where even the Sydney Swans AFLW Team can outdo the entire NRL on the Atrocity ladder, our hosts explore themes of resilience and distraction, taking a look at Albert Hopoate's "bizarre cooking accident", Tim Tszuyu's bloodied boxing battle and the unlikely results that see both Tigers and Dragons with weekend wins. And as al…

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Episode 5 - Jack Scott: 'Clarity in Movement' 1:03:35

4M ago1:03:35

1:03:35

On this episode of the SABULOUS podccast, Sabs speaks to the UK based ultra running athlete and winner (and course record holder) of the 2024 Winter Spine Race - Jack Scott. In this conversation they discuss: Athletic performance and well-being. A sustainable approach to training, and life. Finding clarity and perspective in challenging situaitons.…

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Mediawatch 4; Rabbitohs Crisis; Wests Win 3:00

4M ago3:00

3:00

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Fire Up!

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Blood & Guts, Dunnies, World Domination.... 53:33

4M ago53:33

53:33

What a week in Rugby League! The boys talk about falling empires, moral compasses, theme songs, the game day experience, Paul Kent, gold plated urinals, Reece Walsh's eyes (as we all are), The Melbourne Cowbell, "Mind Gyms", Flanno and Scott Fulton and MUCH, MUCH MORE! Rugby League is a barometer for life as we know it, stay tuned to hear why. See …

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Fire Up! Mini Mediawatch 3:54

4M ago3:54

3:54

Redfern Pat takes us through key moments - Trell, Swear, Coates try, Scrum See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Fire Up!

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Astro Travelling 49:40

5M ago49:40

49:40

From the Stench in Canberra to the Toxic Swamp in Cronulla, from the sublimity of Xavier Coates's try to the ridiculousness of Latrell's new language profile, from Astro Travelling with Bradley Charles Stubbs and Robbo to the emerging nexus of MAGA, Polites and Vlandys, there's a LOT of surface area, both physical and mystical, covered in this week…

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Episode 4 - Guarina Paloma Lopez 'Enliven Your Spirit' 1:12:27

4M ago1:12:27

1:12:27

On this episode of the SABULOUS podccast, Sabs speaks to Guarina Paloma Lopez - founder of Native Women Ride &The Indiginous Cycling Collective, a photographer, filmmaker, writer, activist, advocate and mother. In this conversation they discuss: Meeting at Camp Strava in California in May 2023. The important of, and nervous anticipation in, holding…

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True Grit! 53:48

4M ago53:48

53:48

With the season lurching into gear, our hosts discuss purpose and dignity, Princess Kate, emotional support animals, prejudice plus power, and, yes, true grit. We get a song from Denis Carnahan, look forward to the Ravalawa Bobblehead, glimpse at the fun and games at the Slater Ranch, and getting down to Rugby League, ask "what is going wrong at th…

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Medical Breakdown - tune in Thursday 0:37

4M ago0:37

0:37

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Fire Up!

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#503 EARLY SPRING INSPO 24:34

5M ago24:34

24:34

GOODBYE WINTER! BECAUSE... I'M SO READY TO 'HOP' RIGHT INTO IT!

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Dial In! 46:10

5M ago46:10

46:10

Acknowledging that nothing will ever be the same again, our hosts take a deeeeep breath and carefully analyse the Vegas experiment. They despair at the lack of off-field atrocities, the disappointing Game Day entertainment, the musical cliches, and the general lack of "Rugby League-ness".....did the game really do enough to attract the idiot sporti…

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Episode 3 - Soraya Abdel-Hadi 'Going All In' 1:10:48

5M ago1:10:48

1:10:48

On this episode of the SABULOUS podccast, Sabs speaks to community creator, award-wining writer, coach, artist, cross-fit enthusiast, and so much more - Soraya Abdel-Hadi. In this conversation they discuss: Soraya's love of Cross Fit as a form of functional exercise. Learning how to climb even with a fear of heights and, eventually, qualifying to b…

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Dependency & Sovereignty in Transformational Spaces: Elica Lorde-Syzygy 1:40:02

5M ago1:40:02

1:40:02

There’s a lot of hot debate about the ethics of transformational spaces right now, driven by questions of how power should be held in these spaces. Who should be responsible if something goes wrong? Just what are the limits of what gets taught? Maybe it would be easier not to create spaces for transformational work, for looking at shadows and how p…

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NRL Preview, from Vegas to Currumbin 59:24

5M ago59:24

59:24

With one Fire Up! host - Gale - heading over to Vegas and the other - Ferris - tragically marooned in Sydney, they get the 2024 Season underway with a look at the disappointing lack of NRL pre-season atrocities thus far, tempered with the boundless potential for mischief on the Strip. They also discuss what the evil Cameron Smith might be bringing …

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Episode 2 - David O Solomon: 'Moving Mountains' 1:05:17

5M ago1:05:17

1:05:17

On this episode of the SABULOUS podccast, Sabs speaks to Nigerian explorer - and bagger (yes it is an official term) of Scottish and Welsh mountain summits - the inspirational role model David O Solomon In this conversation they discuss: Coming to the UK, living in London and deciding - after one year - to make his home in Edinburgh. Becoming a fat…

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Community, Cults & Cancel Culture: Jen Howk 1:02:50

5M ago1:02:50

1:02:50

In this episode, Ria talks with Dr. Jen Howk about the collision of science and mysticism in the field of evolutionary psychology. With her feet planted firmly in both worlds, Dr. Jen delves into the how and why of our psychological quirks, revealing some of the mysteries of our development as a species. In particular, she tackles the intriguing ph…

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Episode 1 - Camille Herron: 'Going Further' 1:03:12

6M ago1:03:12

1:03:12

'Going Further' On this, the first episode of series 2 of the SABULOUS podcast, Sabs speaks to the Amereican ultramrathon runner, scientist, coach, public speaker, Lululemon ambassador and 4 x crowned ultraruner of the year - Camille Herron. In this conversation they discuss: Her work with Lululemon on their 'Further' campsign. Living in Arizona an…

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#502 ROLLING SQUASH INVENTORY 19:06

5M ago19:06

19:06

WHERE ELSE YOU GOING TO ROLL ON BY AND GET OUTTA YOUR GOURD WITH INVENTORY BANTER?

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#501 OFFICE PARTY REFRESH 19:59

6M ago19:59

19:59

How else would you wanna get that office you always working in to feel fun and lovable? And get 'er done... with me? Thats the business! It's always a party when you have a buddy... An office party, that is *wink

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Unravelling Life Through Existential Kink: Carolyn Elliot 1:28:51

6M ago1:28:51

1:28:51

Do you ever feel like you’re being held back in life by events and circumstances that are out of your control? Maybe you find yourself in uncomfortable, even terrible, circumstances thinking to yourself: how did I even get here? And, how do I get out? These are questions that arrived powerfully in the life of Carolyn Elliot, transformational guide …

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#500 WOBBLEY DODDLEY WARDROBE 19:59

6M ago19:59

19:59

WHEN ALL ELSE FAILS. TRY SOME POST-IT NOTES!

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No Pads, No Helmets, No Fear! A Fire Up! Summer Special 58:41

7M ago58:41

58:41

With hope, dreams and wistful longing coursing through their veins, Stephen and Kris are back for a Pre-Season look at what's coming up in the 2024 Season of the NRL. From Anal Beads to Viva Las Vegas, The Nevada 4 to Richo of Nazareth, Star Spangled Steedens to Davey Warner's Baggy Greens, all the big issues facing the NRL and the wider world of A…

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Episode 8 - Michelle Griffith-Robinson OLY: 'Trust the Process' 53:27

8M ago53:27

53:27

'Trust the Process' On this, the final official episode of series 1 of the SABULOUS podcast, Sabs speaks to Olympian, Life Coach, Motivational Speaker and an ambassador for many amazing charities including Women's Aid and Diabetes UK, the positive life force that is Michelle Griffith-Robinson OLY. In this conversation they discuss: What it feels li…

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Episode 7 - Vicky Brzonkalik: 'Defying Expectation' 1:22:10

8M ago1:22:10

1:22:10

'Defying Expectation' On this episode of the SABULOUS podcast, Sabs speak to her friend Vicky Brzonkalik. Following a career in marketing, Vicky pursued her passion for fitness - specifically womens fitness - launching her own business. But behind the scenes Vucky was battling with mental health issues, alcholism and multiple cancer diagnoses. In t…

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