Best Tracey Harrison Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 125 - The Origins of Mythology 2:32:47

3M ago2:32:47

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For the 125th episode, Rowan and Tracey go all the way back to the beginning and ask: what is mythology? They discuss the history and science behind storytelling, the chemical effects of religion on the brain, and whether or not trees have their own versions of folklore. Tracey tells us an original love story about the sun and the moon, and Rowan’s…

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Ep. 124 - Goblins - A Complicated Mythology 1:32:51

4M ago1:32:51

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This week, Rowan presents the mythologies of goblins from around the world—knockers, red caps, duendes, and dokkaebi (to name a few). We also learn about the ways goblins have been used as harmful antisemitic tropes and discuss other symbols from religion and folklore that have been used to influence public perception. Note: In this episode, we dis…

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TiHS Episode 45: Tracey Mollins – Alphaplus, a sectoral digital support model that should be replicated 49:03

5M ago49:03

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Welcome to episode 45 of the Technology in Human Services podcast. In this episode I chat with Tracey Mollins from AlphaPlus, an organization that provides digital support and solutions from peers in Ontario’s literacy community. Tracey is a Professional Learning Specialist – Education and Technology at Alphaplus. She has worked in adult education …

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Ep. 123 - Appalachian Overview - Witches, Aliens, and Closed Traditions 1:27:15

6M ago1:27:15

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Our hosts explore a variety of folklore from the Appalachian Mountains. Tracey dives into the folklore of the Bell Witch, the Brown Mountain Lights, and the Flat Woods Monster. Rowan tells a story about the Cryptid Community Convention and discusses some of the reasons why non-indigenous people aren’t welcome to say the name of the W. Sources Wikip…

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Ep. 122 - The Greek Fates - Scissor Sisters 1:33:16

6M ago1:33:16

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Continuing their conversation examining stories about the threads of fate, Rowan and Tracey discuss the Three Fates of Ancient Greek Mythology: Clotho, Lachesis, and Atropos. Tracey tells a story from the perspective of god experiencing manic love, the pair learn about marriage practices in Ancient Greece and China, and they explore reasons why sto…

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Ep. 121 - Red Thread of Fate - Heartstrings & The God of Gay Men 1:45:37

6M ago1:45:37

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The Red String of Fate is famous online, but where does this myth come from? Join us as we learn more about Chinese mythology, Yue Lao (the god of love and marriage), and Tu’er Shen (the patron of homosexual love between men as far back as the 17th century). Rowan presents a gut-wrenching story about a lifetime of love, and Tracey brings the histor…

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Ep. 120 - Bermuda Triangle Pt. 2 - Time Travel & T.S. Eliot 1:05:15

6M ago1:05:15

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Continuing their discussion on the Bermuda Triangle, Tracey presents theories about time travel, parallel universes, the lost city of Atlantis, methane gas, and UFOs. Rowan tells her story from the perspective of a god, exploring heaven, hell, and chronic illness. The pair also geek out about one of their favorite poets: the man, the myth, the lege…

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Ep. 119 Bermuda Triangle - Unmanned Ships, Unpredictable Seas, & Unidentified Transmissions 1:35:29

6M ago1:35:29

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This week, the discussion gets pointed (that's a triangle joke) when Tracey and Rowan explore the mythology of the Bermuda Triangle. Stories include the misadventures of Christopher Columbus, wandering ghost ships, ocean farts caused by methane gas, an FBI investigation, and the mysterious disappearance of Flight 19. The pair also reads the last tr…

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Ep 118 - Werewolves - Lycanthropy, Witch Trials, and Modern Medicine 1:18:31

6M ago1:18:31

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In this week’s episode, Rowan explores the lore of lycanthropes–those unfortunate souls who transform into wolves under the full moon. We explore numerous versions of werewolf mythology, the way these stories were used against innocents throughout history, how modern medicine has affected the discussion, and ways someone might gain this transformat…

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Ep 117 - Acts of God - Deadly Debris, Solar Storms, and a Lethal Lake - Feat. Spenser Starke 2:07:43

7M ago2:07:43

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This week Spenser Starke joins us to discuss “Acts of God” from around the world. We talk about the Lake Nyos Disaster, the Carrington Event, and the Tunguska Incident. Instead of a story, Spenser brings in an original TTRPG that gets everyone involved in crafting an archeological adventure. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Act_of_Go…

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COPS & HORRORS - Matt Calveley 44:38

8M ago44:38

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As a police officer in the Met, Matt Calveley has seen some of the worst crime scenes, crash scenes and just general horror scenes imaginable. Amongst the stories he’s about to share are also a few light hearted tales to lighten the mood, but be prepared – this episode contains some graphic content. Before we get into a massive thank you to AG1, wh…

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Ep 116 - Pompeii Pt. 2 - Oh, Sexy Pompeii! - Feat. Spenser Starke 1:26:03

8M ago1:26:03

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This week Spenser Starke joins us for the second in a three-part series on Pompeii, Herculaneum, and other acts of God. We talk about the history of the sexy history of Pompeii, the Herculaneum Papyri, and scandalous ancient graffiti. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Act_of_God https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herculaneum https://en.wik…

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THE ORGANISER 54:29

8M ago54:29

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Vicky Silverthorn is a professional organiser and best selling author. Her book, “Start with your sock drawer” was featured on Oprah and before that she was a PA to British pop star Lilly Allen. You’re going to hear how she got started and then how you easily declutter your life to make yourself more productive. Follow Vicky on instagram @youneedav…

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Ep 115 - Pompeii Pt. 1 - A Pliny for Your Thoughts - Feat. Spenser Starke 1:53:52

8M ago1:53:52

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This week Spenser Starke joins us for the first in a three-part series on Pompeii, Herculaneum, and other acts of God. We talk about the history of the Pompeii, the science of volcanoes, and the art of archeology Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Act_of_God https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herculaneum https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hercul…

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INSIDE THE TALIBAN 36:50

9M ago36:50

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When Afghanistan fell to the Taliban, Kiwi reporter Charlotte Bellis made headlines around the world. At the Taliban’s first press conference in Kabul it was Bellis, a blonde haired, blue eyed westerner who brazenly questioned the organisations leaders on women’s rights. Fast forward to a year later, it was the Taliban that would offer her assistan…

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THE ENHANCED GAMES 53:14

9M ago53:14

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Aron D’Souza is the President of the Enhanced Games. A new version of the Olympics that will allow performance enhancing drugs. D’Souza also led the litagtion against Gawker Media involving the wrestler Hulk Hogan, which resulted in one of the largest invasion of privacy judgement in history. You’re about to hear how he plans to disrupt the concept…

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DISTINGUISHED FLYING CROSS 58:19

10M ago58:19

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KC Campbell's Distinguished Flying Cross w/Valor Citation reads: Captain Kim N. Campbell distinguished herself by heroism while participating in aerial flight as an A/OA-10 fighter pilot, 75th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, 332d Expeditionary Operations Group, 332d Air Expeditionary Wing at Ahmed Al Jabar Air Base, Kuwait on 7 April 2003. On that …

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BRAVEHEART - James Cosmo 53:30

11M ago53:30

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James Cosmo is British Acting royalty and has a story for almost every occasion. From playing the old battler Campbell in Braveheart, Lord Commander Mormont in Game of Thrones, Father Christmas in Nania, and even a fighter pilot in Battle of Briton, he’s done it all! Follow James on twitter @MrJamesCosmo Get his whiskey here https://www.amazon.co.u…

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TiHS Episode 44: Lucia Harrison – getting hybrid services and work right is a whole organization effort 41:05

11M ago41:05

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Welcome to episode 44 of the Technology in Human Services podcast. In this episode I chat with Lucia Harrison, CEO of the Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre about her experiences transitioning to hybrid services and a hybrid workplace that includes a 4-day work week. The effort, and it took a great effort, resulted in a 95% satisfaction rate f…

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THE AVIATRIX - Tracey Curtis Taylor 50:49

11M ago50:49

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Tracey Curtis-Taylor is one of Britain’s most iconic aviation adventurers. This is the story about three epic flights in a 1942 biplane across Africa to England, from England to Australia and then across the USA. From crawling from a mangled wreckage, rescuing her crew from a firing squad and dealing with online attacks, this is story of inspiratio…

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TiHS Episode 43: Sampada Kukade – what can digital transformation look like if you have support 46:40

1y ago46:40

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Welcome to Episode 43 of the technology and human services podcast. In this episode, I’m speaking with Sampada Kukade from Skills for Change, a Toronto based settlement and employment organization that is no stranger to technology innovation. However, what you’ll find in this conversation, and what I find infinitely useful is that even organization…

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LONGEST SNIPER KILL - Craig Harrison 58:00

1y ago58:00

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CLICK THE LINK BELOW FOR TICKETS TO OUR LIVE SHOW IN LONDON www.designmynight.com/london/pubs/kentish-town/the-grafton-hippo-inns/buffalo-trace-andy-rowe-live-podcast-sessions?t=tickets In November 2009, British sniper Craig Harrison was on active service in Afghanistan when he took out an enemy machine gunner almost two and a half kilometres away.…

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ROCKSTAR DRUMMER - Mark Pusey 1:09:08

1y ago1:09:08

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Mark Pusey is the rockstar you’ve definitely heard, but maybe never heard of! He’s the drummer for superstars like Elton John and Ed Sheeran. When he’s not on tour and collaborating with some of the world greatest artists, he’s the guy pulling people out the Thames with the Royal National Lifeboat Institution, or the RNLI. Link to Live Shows - http…

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Ep 114 - Beauty and the Beast - Feminism & Fairytales Pt. 2 - Feat. Kailey Bray 1:11:30

1y ago1:11:30

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The second half of our two part series on Beauty and the Beast with Kailey Bray! We talk about the authors of Beauty and the Beast, the impacts of its creation on story, and the idea of the woman as a muse. Also, Kailey tells a us her own tale. Sources From the Beast to the Blonde: On Fairy Tales and Their Tellers by Marina Warner Beauty and the Be…

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Ep 113 - Beauty and the Beast Pt. 1 - Feminism & Fairytales - Feat. Kailey Bray 1:14:45

1y ago1:14:45

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Kailey Bray joins us once again, this time she brings to light the tale of Beauty and the Beast. We discuss feminism, fairytales, storytelling, and Shrek Sources From the Beast to the Blonde: On Fairy Tales and Their Tellers by Marina Warner Beauty and the Beast, Old and New by Terry Windling La Belle et La Bête by Gabrielle-Suzanne de Villeneuve L…

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TiHS Episode 42: Lisa DeGara – a much needed Newcomer rural perspective on digital inclusion 57:04

1y ago57:04

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Welcome to episode 42 of the Technology in Human Services podcast. In this episode, I chat with Lisa DeGara, Manager, Small Centres at Action for Healthy Communities in Alberta. I came across Lisa’s work in rural Alberta in a conference presentation and wanted to chat with her about the challenges and opportunities of digital in and between rural s…

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PRISON BREAK - The Bangkok Hilton 40:38

1y ago40:38

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Drug trafficker David McMillan spent two years plotting his escape from Thailand’s Klong Prem prison, otherwise known as the Bangkok Hilton. Faced with an impending death sentence, McMillan resolved to do what no other westerner had ever done, cut his way out of his cell, scale the seven walls and cross the sewer moat to freedom. If you want to tak…

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Ep 112 - Asmodeus - The Misunderstood Bad Boy of Hell- Feat. Casie Ropski 50:30

1y ago50:30

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This week Tracey dives into the history and mythology behind one of Hell's top demons. The demon Prince of Lust, himself: Asmodeus Join us as we explore the enigmatic world of Asmodeus, Hell's misunderstood bad boy. Discover the depths of his character, debunk the misconceptions, and uncover his potential as a surprising love interest. From mytholo…

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LIVE SHOW DETAILS 3:38

1y ago3:38

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Come and have a Buffalo Trace whiskey with me at one of our upcoming LIVE SHOWS in London. Click on the link to get tickets now https://linkable.uk/chapter-collection. One show has already sold out! Tickets are only £15 and you’ll get a free Buffalo Trace cocktail or Warners Gin and Tonic and some nibbles. The first show is Wednesday 12th July and …

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Ep 111 - The Sacred Band of Thebes - Ancient Heroes, Epic Battles, & Gay Love - Feat. Casie Ropski 1:13:20

1y ago1:13:20

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Casie comes back to the show to share the fascinating story behind the Sacred Band of Thebes. She goes into the queer history behind the most powerful group of gay soldiers in Ancient Greece Sources Britannica https://www.britannica.com/topic/Boeotian-League History of War http://www.historyofwar.org/articles/peace_antalcidas.html The Ancients podc…

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2003 Rugby World Cup - MATT DAWSON 53:06

1y ago53:06

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In 1998 England half back Matt Dawson went on tour to Australia, New Zealand and South Africa as the captain of the national side. Labelled the "Tour From Hell," thrashed in every test, lessons were learned and 5 years later they would return as the number one rugby team on the planet and become World Champions. This is the story of how they rebuil…

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Ep 110 - Aka Manto - Urban Legends & a Toilet Ghost 43:55

1y ago43:55

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This week Tracey shares the tale of Aka Manto, a Japanese Urban legend about a toilet ghost. Be careful when walking into public bathrooms… Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aka_Manto https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Japanese_urban_legends Generasian https://generasian.blog/2020/12/22/deconstructing-japanese-urban-legend-and-its-cultural…

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Ep 109 - Victorian Ghost Stories - The Horror of Technology, Fashion, and the Economy 47:01

1y ago47:01

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This week, Tracey answers the age-old question: Why were the Victorians so spooky? The answer includes Rowan’s favorite fact to tell at parties, a bit about women writers, and a scandalizing detail about…naked ghosts? Sources Cambridge https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/abs/cambridge-history-of-the-gothic/genesis-of-the-victorian-ghost-story/BF01…

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MAULED BY A GRIZZLY BEAR - Jeremy Evans 1:03:15

1y ago1:03:15

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In August 2017, Jeremy Evans was viscously attacked by a grizzly bear. His face was ripped off, his skull was crushed, one eye was missing in the back of his head, the other one dangling over his broken fully exposed jaw. This is the story of how he fought off one of the worlds most lethal predators before fighting for his life to get to safety. If…

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Met Police Corruption 44:59

1y ago44:59

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Former Detective Inspector Robert Jones has seen it all when it comes to crime on the streets of London. But perhaps his more shocking revelations are those on the corruption from within the Met Police. And on how despite the best efforts of law enforcement, some criminals will always get away with murder. Make sure you’ve taken advantage of the de…

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BASE JUMPER - Tim Howell 48:49

1y ago48:49

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Tim Howell is one of the most experienced base jumpers in the world. He specialises in climbing mountains and being the first to fly off them in his wingsuit. You about to hear how he does it, and how he minimises the risk in one of the riskiest professions on the planet. Athletic Greens are offering our listeners an exclusive deal when you visit A…

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SERIAL KILLER HUSBAND - Cathy Wilson 1:34:06

1+ y ago1:34:06

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In 2006 Cathy Wilson turned on her television to see her ex-husband, Peter Tobin on the screen. Tobin was found guilty of 3 murders, although it’s generally accepted, and he secretly admitted, he committed 10 times that many. You’re about to hear how Cathy came to be married to one of Britain’s most infamous serial killers and how he kept it a secr…

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Ep 108 - Mini Myth: Telling the Bees - Grief, Gardens and Rituals 47:25

1+ y ago47:25

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This week’s show is all about sadness and sweetness. In her mini myth, Rowan describes the tradition of “telling the bees.” We dive into the grief, bee friendly gardening, and the joy of little outfits. Sources The Bee Conservancy https://thebeeconservancy.org/10-ways-to-save-the-bees/ Planet Bee Foundation https://www.planetbee.org/how-to-help-bee…

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Ep 107 - Mini Myth: Adapa - Ancient Mesopotamia and Artificial Intelligence 40:55

1+ y ago40:55

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Mythology, Technology & The Fall of Man This week is our first Mini Myth! Tracey brings us the tale of Adapa and the Food of Life. Rowan and Tracey have conversations about technology, AI (we’re looking at you Chat GPT), zoochosis, and ancient mythology. Sources World history https://www.worldhistory.org/article/216/the-myth-of-adapa/ Wikipedia htt…

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THE PROFESSOR - Prof Robert Thomas 58:41

1+ y ago58:41

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Professor Robert Thomas is one of Britain’s leading oncologists and an expert in using functional medicine alongside cancer treatment. He’s going to give you some easy examples of how you can help lessen the chances of getting cancer, dementia, diabetes and improve your blood pressure. Sponsor Deals Below! If you’re a hairy beast, with a bush that …

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Ep 106 - Hans Christian Andersen - The Little Mermaid’s Queer Icon 1:53:27

1+ y ago1:53:27

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In Episode 106, Rowan tells us the history of Hans Christian Andersen and the many people he longed for the course of his life. Our hosts discuss his fairy tales, anxiety, queer identity…and that time he pissed off Charles Dickens. Was he bisexual? Was he ace? Did he compare himself to a snowman in love with a stove? (The world may never know.) Sou…

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Ep 105 - Radclyffe Hall - The Literary Lesbian Who Defied Gender Norms 2:01:05

1+ y ago2:01:05

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This week Tracey talks about the (in)famous John Radclyffe Hall, a woman who defied gender norms and wrote a famously banned book: The Well of Loneliness. We also discuss the state of LGBTQ+ youth in America today and what can be done to protect the queer community Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radclyffe_Hall https://en.wikipedia.…

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PLUMBER TALES - Nicholas James 42:44

1+ y ago42:44

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Nicholas James is a London plumber. He’s going to take us into the homes of the outrageous, the entertaining and the extraordinary clients he’s worked for over the years. You’re about to year some stories from the building site. If you’re company or workplace is looking for a new way to make some noise, Pod Rowe Productions can help you create podc…

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Ep 104 - Storytime - We’re Here, We’re Queer 1:18:31

1+ y ago1:18:31

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For our final Storytime episode in this series we are discussing four of our favorite LGBTQ+ stories that we've written over the last three seasons. This week we talk about out and proud lesbian icon: Anne Lister, the bible’s kinkiest love story: Samson and Delilah, a goddess with gender fluid priests: Inanna, and the definitely-not-just-roommates …

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Ep 103 - Storytime - Badass Women of History 1:15:53

1+ y ago1:15:53

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In this episode, Tracey is taking us on a tour of her past stories about amazing women from history. This week’s episode includes the stories of groundbreaking baroque painter: Artemesia Gentileschi, iconic Black woman in Georgian society: Dido Elizabeth Belle, “The Terror of the South China Seas” pirate Ching Shih, and CIA’s Moscow Rules made famo…

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PORNSTAR - Atlantis Deep 49:43

1+ y ago49:43

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It’s widely believed that the success of the internet, was built off the back of the porn industry. The latest statistics show that one in 7 web searches is for pornography and the most visited porn website – Pornhub – is as popular as Netflix and LinkedIn. In this episode, we’re going to take a look behind the scenes, with Pornstar Atlantis Deep. …

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Ep 102 Storytime - Myriad of Muses 1:33:47

1+ y ago1:33:47

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For our second Storytime episode, Rowan compiled a collection of her stories all centered around the topic of the artistic muse in history and mythology. This week’s episode includes W.B. Yates’ Leanan Sidhe, the Green Fairy of absinthe, the tragic death of the Unknown Woman of the Seine, and the tale of a science fiction unicorn. For the full hist…

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Ep 101 - Storytime - Wholesome Monsters 1:21:36

1+ y ago1:21:36

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To start off Season 4, we’re introducing Storytime Episodes! Join Rowan and Tracey for a look back on the last three years of mythology. This week’s episode includes the tales of Pennsylvania’s State cryptid the Squonk, a gargoyle from the Notre Dame, a nurturing kraken mother, and our favorite ‘bro from West Virginia: Mothman. For the full history…

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MY BROTHER, THE KILLER - Alix Sharkey 42:34

1+ y ago42:34

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In 2001 Stuart Campbell was arrested and later convicted for the abduction and murder of his niece, 15-year-old Danielle Jones. Danielle’s body was never found and Campbell continues to plead his innocence. This is the story through the eyes of Campbell’s brother Alix Sharkey, as he unpicks how his charismatic younger brother – who he once adored, …

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TiHS Episode 41: David Phipps – on Knowledge Mobilization 53:58

1+ y ago53:58

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Welcome to episode 41 of the Technology in Human Services podcast. In this episode, I speak about Knowledge Mobilization with David Phipps, Assistant Vice President of Research Strategy & Impact at York University and director of Research Impact Canada (RIC). David has been a Knowledge Mobilization pioneer in Canada and I was excited to chat with h…

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