最佳Undercurrent Stories播客 (2024)

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Understanding Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) with Toby Mildon 47:26

7d ago47:26

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In this insightful episode I sit down with with Toby Mildon, an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Architect and founder of Mildon, a consultancy specialising in creating inclusive workplaces. Toby shares his journey from IT consulting and healthcare technology to becoming a full-time EDI professional at the BBC and eventually founding his own consul…

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Podcast: The Stand — We All Float Down Here 45:55

3d ago45:55

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We are back with the fourth episode of We All Float Down Here — A Stephen King podcast. And we are talking The Stand— the 1978 epic novel, and its 1994 and 2020 miniseries’ — but we are discussing the 1990 Complete and Uncut version of the novel, since that’s the one in circulation these days. (And the one we read). The podcast goes out on YouTube …

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155. Pain To Purpose: The Power of Drumming with Dori Staehle 47:38

6d ago47:38

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Imagine going about your day, following your routine, when out of the blue something comes along and knocks you to the ground, ending the life you’ve known up until that moment. In the movies, things can go into slow motion, or you hear the “needle scratch” that ends the background music as everything comes to a shuttering halt and you fall to the …

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62: The Coast is Queer: Juno Dawson's Lovely Trans Literary Salon with Harry Nicholas 1:06:48

9d ago1:06:48

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In the third of the five-part series in collaboration with The Coast is Queer Festival, we revisit Juno Dawson's Lovely Trans Literary Salon with Harry Nicholas from 2023's festival. GET TICKETS TO JUNO'S LOVELY TRANS LITERARY SALON AT 2024'S FESTIVAL Find out more about The Coast is Queer and sign up to their mailing list to hear first about the f…

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154. Living and Thriving on the Autism Spectrum with Daniel Keith Austin 35:10

13d ago35:10

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What do Anthony Hopkins, Dan Aykroyd, Courtney Love, Daryl Hannah, Jerry Seinfeld, Albert Einstein, Heather Kuzmich, Elon Musk, Lionel Messi, Eminem, and Satoshi Tajiri have in common? Celebrity? Creativity? Fame? Fortune? Yes, all of them have these things to varying degrees. Each and every one of them also has (or in Einstein’s case, had) autism.…

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How to Improve Your Memory: Dr. Megan Sumeracki 50:32

14d ago50:32

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How many times have you forgotten where your car keys are. Have you ever mislaid your phone? What about the person you met yesterday? Can you still remember their name? On the other hand you might well remember some childhood memories such as specific toys you had or the year in which a specific pop song was in the charts. Here to talk about memory…

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Audio + Typed Short Story: Not Much Of A Bookstore Job 6:33

15d ago6:33

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One year, when I gave up on university before it gave up on me, I made a last ditch effort to climb the hill and instead of going to class I studied the wall at Student Job Search, saw a piece of paper with a listing for a bookstore job. I’d always wanted one of those. So I took up the slip and registered. I aced the interview. And that was me. The…

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Podcast: The Shining — We All Float Down Here 50:45

16d ago50:45

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Alright, it’s time for the third episode of We All Float Down Here — A Stephen King podcast. We are talking The Shining — the 1977 novel, and the 1980 Stanley Kubrick film adaptation. (Heck, we even talk a bit about the 1997 TV movie/mini-series). The podcast goes out on YouTube first and foremost — so we’d love you to like and subscribe over there…

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61: Jill Johnson, Jane Crittenden and AFLO. the Poet 1:00:01

18d ago1:00:01

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We speak to local writers Jane Crittenden and Jill Johnson and to AFLO. the Poet about this year's The Coast is Queer Festival由RadioReverb

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Poetry Reading: National Poetry Day (Fri, Aug 23, 2024), Undercurrent Bookstore, Wellington 7:12

19d ago7:12

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Last night, as part of Phantom Billstickers National Poetry Day, I was honoured to be both the MC and one of the poets reading at an event held at Wellington’s divine secondhand bookstore and venue, Undercurrent. It was a wonderful line-up of poets, a dream to be part of this cast — and to get to introduce them all. I recorded my set, where I read …

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Exploring New Worlds: A Conversation with Science Fiction Author Steve Carroll 46:00

21d ago46:00

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In this episode we delve into the creative mind of Steve Carroll, an art teacher and science fiction author. Join us as we explore Steve's unique journey from the visual arts to writing compelling sci-fi narratives, including his latest work, 'Diaspora.' Steve shares his insights into the world of science fiction, discussing how his background in t…

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Audio: Torch Song For My Father 2:24

22d ago2:24

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I’ll have shared this story already — at least for paying subscribers — but here’s an audio-rendition (for all). I’m reading the story, and I’ve created the musical backing there, in my primitive way (under my Second Storey Teller alias). Anyway, it came up recently that I carried the Commonwealth Torch as part of the build up to the 1990 games. My…

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60: The Coast is Queer: The Undercurrent of Class on Queer Literature with Joelle Taylor and Abi Fellows 1:00:49

23d ago1:00:49

1:00:49

In the second of the five-part series in collaboration with The Coast is Queer Festival, we revisit an enlightening conversation from 2023's festival exploring the undercurrent of class on queer literature featuring Joelle Taylor and Abi Fellows SUPER EARLY BIRD TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW! Find out more about The Coast is Queer and sign up to their ma…

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The Untold Story of Refrigeration with Nicola Twilley 1:11:13

27d ago1:11:13

1:11:13

In this fascinating episode, we dive into 'The Untold Story of Refrigeration' with Nicola Twilley, acclaimed author of the book Frostbite and co-host of the podcast 'Gastropod'. Join us as we explore the hidden history and profound impact of refrigeration on our lives, from ancient ice harvesting to the sophisticated cold chain logistics that keep …

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Video Poems: Three 'Richard' Poems featuring musical references 4:54

27d ago4:54

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Three ‘Richard’ Poems here in a recording at home. I read them earlier tonight at the Fringe Bar. And it went well — I think. Apart from me botching the audio recording. There were some gasps — at the use of the word ‘faggot’ and some of the anger and energy of these poems. And I wish I had that recorded. Instead I have this recording. And you have…

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153. The Real Purpose of Pets with Maribeth Decker 39:02

27d ago39:02

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In conversations with friends and through my own experiences, I know our animals who’ve crossed the rainbow bridge can still communicate with us. My kitty girls show up in my dreams from time to time. My guest today is Maribeth Decker. And when she started receiving messages from her dogs after they passed away, it led her to her current vocation. …

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152. Not Coming Out... But Going To with Kevin O’Connor 48:30

1M ago48:30

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As a Gen-Xer, I remember when the prevalent view about being gay was that it was something you’d be afraid for people to find out about. It’s also been our generation that started to change that. We’ve come a long way in the past couple decades, but it can still be a frightening prospect if your family and community are predominantly heteronormativ…

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Podcast: Salem’s Lot — We All Float Down Here 37:12

1M ago37:12

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Hey there, here we are with the second episode of We All Float Down Here — A Stephen King podcast. We talk about the book Salem’s Lot and the 1979 and 2004 film versions. There’s also a third film adaptation on the way… The podcast goes out on YouTube first and foremost — so we’d love you to like and subscribe over there. But also adding it here so…

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59: The Coast is Queer: Queer Representation in Commercial Fiction with Tanya Byrne, Tasha Suri and Laura Kay. 1:18:40

1M ago1:18:40

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In the first of the five-part series in collaboration with The Coast is Queer Festival, we revisit an enlightening conversation from 2023's festival exploring queer representation in commercial fiction featuring Tanya Byrne, Tasha Suri and Laura Kay. SUPER EARLY BIRD TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW! Find out more about The Coast is Queer and sign up to the…

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151. Trying Not to Die with Deb Krier 44:51

1M ago44:51

44:51

While it's difficult to track how many people with cancer do not seek treatment, the National Cancer Data Base (NCDB) conducted a study a few years ago that indicated about 9.2% of patients receive no first course of treatment. This could be for many reasons, including fear or disbelief in traditional or corporate medicine, alternative treatments t…

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58: From Short Story to Radio Drama: Recording 'Anne' with Kristin Burniston and Duncan Illing 1:00:00

2M ago1:00:00

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On this episode of The Brighton Book Club, we talk to two Brighton-based writers – Kristin Burniston and Duncan Illing – who have teamed up to transform Kristin's wonderful short story, Anne, into a radio drama. We discuss everything from the publishing industry, to special effects, writing Brighton and Brighton's writing community.…

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150. The Power of Meditation and A Major Milestone: A Special Episode with Lori 25:28

2M ago25:28

25:28

First of all, I’d like to take a moment to acknowledge and celebrate all the work that’s gone into getting to this milestone of 150 episodes of Fine is a 4-Letter Word. In past solos, I’ve talked about courage, doing what others won’t do, energy, and making decisions. If you’re not familiar with what I do outside of this show, I work with business …

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150. Meditation: Clearing Anxiety 9:59

2M ago9:59

9:59

This meditation is designed to clear stress and anxiety so you can feel grounded and safe in this moment. Sometimes anxiety can spin you into a frenzy. Worrisome thoughts get stuck playing on an endless loop through your mind. It doesn’t feel good and it doesn’t serve you in any useful way. Use this one to bring yourself back to tranquility, sereni…

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Wall Street to Regenerative Farming: Jeanne Blasberg's Incredible Journey! 53:31

2M ago53:31

53:31

In this episode, we dive deep into the inspiring journey of Jeanne Blasberg, author of bestselling & award-winning novels EDEN and THE NINE and former Wall Street professional who found her true calling in the worlds of literature and regenerative farming. Jeanne shares her remarkable transition from the fast-paced life of finance to the serene and…

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Podcast: Carrie — We All Float Down Here 38:20

2M ago38:20

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Hello and welcome to the We All Float Down Here podcast. Today we talk in detail about Stephen King’s debut, Carrie, what we love, what we don’t love as much, and same applies to all the movies. The podcast goes out on YouTube first and foremost — so we’d love you to like and subscribe over there. But also adding it here so you can find it on Subst…

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149. Failing Doesn’t Make You A Failure with Christina Robinson Race 48:04

2M ago48:04

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In almost all of my episodes on Fine is a 4-Letter Word, I deal in varying degrees with the circles of life. In two of the themes I explore with my guests – the values and beliefs they were raised with, and the moment in their life when they realized or found out that everything wasn’t “fine” – we see how these themes come together. And see where s…

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Confessions of a Volcanologist: Tamsin Mather 53:06

2M ago53:06

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Join us as we delve into the explosive world of volcanoes with one of the world's leading volcanologists, Prof. Tamsin Mather. As a professor of earth sciences at the University of Oxford and an atmospheric chemist, Tamsin's work has significantly advanced our understanding of volcanic activity. She shares fascinating insights into what volcanoes a…

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The Art of Randomness: Prof. Jeffrey Rosenthal on Probability & Statistics 49:54

2M ago49:54

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Do you use a fitness tracker? Do you ever read or leave reviews on Trip Advisor or Amazon? Have you read the weather forecast for today? And what about polls for elections? All these are just a few examples of the use of statistics. It seems that statistics, data and algorithms are increasingly used to inform, educate and persuade us. Then on anoth…

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148. Someday Is Not a Day On the Calendar with Noemi Beres 41:27

2M ago41:27

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Your life is a collage of all the experiences you have, people you meet, and what you learn along the way. Like many collages, even if they begin with a concept or a plan, as you bring them together they may take directions you hadn’t anticipated and show you things even more interesting than what you originally expected. This was the case for Noem…

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The Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: Zen and Now with Mark Richardson 54:33

2M ago54:33

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When I was at school in the 1970s, I remember a book lying around in the sixth form common room. It had a curious cover with a flower and a spanner merged together on a blue background. The book, entitled Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance by Robert Pirsig, had become a popular classic since its publication in 1974, was an instant bestseller…

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147. Gratitude is The Foundation of Confidence with Tara LaFon Gooch 46:40

2M ago46:40

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Having compassion for people is generally considered a good thing and a sign that you’re a decent and kind person who makes an effort to make the world a better place by being part of it. Raised in a religious household, Tara LaFon Gooch learned the value of love and kindness towards others. However, she struggled to extend that same love and compa…

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The Rise of Skyscrapers with Jason Barr 43:19

3M ago43:19

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Did you know that since 2001, eighty four percent of the world's skyscrapers have been built? Do you know why the Empire State Building was built with a mooring mast? Why are skyscrapers getting taller and thinner? Here to answer those questions and many more I'm joined by Jason Barr, a professor of economics at Rutgers University, who shares his e…

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146. Fabulous In 15, Starting At 50 with Kim Rahir 45:17

3M ago45:17

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Picture yourself living what seems like a regular life as a parent and entrepreneur, where everything seems uneventful and you have every reason to expect the rest of your life to follow a pretty straightforward path. You know, everything’s FINE. Then, one day you go to pick up your kids from school and all of a sudden you’re seeing double. Next th…

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Video Poem: The Billy Joel Madrigals 3:03

3M ago3:03

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This is a first go at recording a video of a new poem. The text can be read or shared here: Sounds Good! is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Thank you for reading Sounds Good! . This post is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to Sounds Good! at simon…

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57: Summer Reads with Jo Furniss, Cassie Bruce and Sophie Flynn 1:00:00

3M ago1:00:00

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On this month's show, we speak to two Brighton based writers Jo Furniss and Cassie Bruce about their new novels DEAD MILE and SIRENS BAY. We also speak to the excellent Sophie Flynn about her new novel WHAT STAYS UNSAID, a thriller set over a hen weekend Dartmoor. Follow the show over on Instagram由RadioReverb

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145. Elevate Your Financial Frequency with Susan Glusica 42:08

3M ago42:08

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Here’s a challenge for you: ask your social media followers if they believe money can buy happiness or bring it up at your next social gathering and watch people fight it out. Some say you can; some say you can’t; others say that money cannot buy happiness like getting a box of happiness at the store, but it solves problems and greases the wheels t…

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STILL: The Art of Noticing with Mary Jo Hoffman 55:38

3M ago55:38

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Every day (every single day) for 12 years, Mary Jo Hoffman has made a photograph of found nature – no subject too small or too ordinary. For Mary Jo, a former aeronautical engineer, this daily ritual cracked open profound revelations about the connectedness of all things, the importance of place, and her own life. In this uplifting and inspirationa…

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144. The Productive Perfectionist with Kathryn Mayer 45:00

3M ago45:00

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When you hear the word “perfectionist”, what comes to mind? Maybe you think of yourself? Typically, it’s someone who holds themselves to impossibly and unachievably high standards, driven by fear of real or imagined consequences if they don’t get it (whatever “it” is) exactly right. Because perfect is rarely possible, they never “measure up,” and t…

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Meditation Revelations with Claire Billings 41:47

3M ago41:47

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Do you currently meditate? Is it something that you are curious about? Well for me as a child of the 1960s and 1970s my original incorrect perception of meditation was a mixture of Eastern religions, psychedelic music, joss sticks, sitting cross legged, people going to India and ‘finding themselves,’ clearly a lot of misconceptions however, more re…

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Poetry Reading: Richard 3rd LIVE — aka even more ‘Richard Poems’, third time lucky 6:01

3M ago6:01

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Hey there, here’s a new set of recordings — more from the files of ‘The Richard Poems’. You’ll remember I have shared two previous times reading, as I try to get to grips with these new poems, and work on the idea of creating an actual show: And, if you’re playing at home, I like to give you the option to read along — so below are the poems feature…

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143. Nurturing New Seeds After PTSD Uprooted Us with Luvyna Mantle 50:40

3M ago50:40

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Building your family and your life is like planting, nurturing, and harvesting crops on a farm. You put a lot of effort, a lot of heart, and a lot of energy into it, hoping your knowledge, wisdom, and patience deliver a bumper crop that fills your pantry and allows you a life of comfort, security, and happiness. You may have heard the expression “M…

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The Vicar of Bray: Revd Ainsley Swift 48:26

3M ago48:26

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In this episode I'm delighted to welcome the Reverend Ainsley Swift , Vicar of St Michael’s Church, Bray, England, to the show. Growing up in Penny Lane Liverpool, (Made famous by The Beatles!), Ainsley started his work as teacher and took a keen interest in community development work working in and around the docklands area of Liverpool. More rece…

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Sweetman Podcast # 276: Jon Ronson 32:09

3M ago32:09

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I’m a huge fan of Jon Ronson. I’ve been following his work for around 25 years now, and when I wrote a short piece here recently plugging his upcoming Wellington gig, I could never have believed I might get to actually talk with him. First of all, I couldn’t believe my luck that he was coming to NZ. I was trying to work out how to afford a trip to …

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142. The F*ck Yes Formula for Energizing Your Life: A Special Episode with Lori 23:03

3M ago23:03

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Today’s solo episode is about ENERGY! When you look it up, Energy is defined as the capacity or ability to do work. I’d expand it to include the capacity or ability to have fun too. If you have no energy, you’re not going to be getting any work done or having any fun. “Fine” is not fun – it’s a 4-Letter Word! Tune in now as we cover three key areas…

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Sweetman Podcast # 275: Henry Rollins 45:59

4M ago45:59

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An in-depth phone conversation with Henry Rollins. We promo his then-upcoming (2023) NZ tour but also talk about his move to Nashville, after 40 years of living in LA. We talk about his childhood, his recent return to travel, the Covid Lockdowns, his acting, his writing, his radio show. The works. Henry weighs in on America and politics, and previe…

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How to Start Your Own Podcast 9:59

4M ago9:59

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Ever thought about starting your own podcast? This is an excerpt from the April edition of the U3A Podcast when I was interviewed by Lee Wellbrook. In the conversation we discuss the resources available and basic technological requirements for starting your own show. There is a lot of information available both online and in book form to help you g…

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56: Brighton Book Festival with Althea Woolf, Sheika Helawy, Taha Kehar, Helen Lederer and Roy McFarlane 1:00:00

4M ago1:00:00

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On the show today, we speak to co-director of Brighton Book Festival Althea Woolf, Sheika Helawy, Taha Kehar, Helen Lederer and Roy McFarlane. You can buy tickets from brightonbookfestival.co.uk and follow us on Instagram to find out more about the events spoken about in today’s show over at @btnbookclub.…

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Reflect, Learn, Do Something Different! Success at Work and in Life: Steve Snow 48:59

4M ago48:59

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Delighted to welcome back and continue my conversation with Steve Snow a former senior manager for British Airways and who now runs his own training and coaching company. We hear about Steve's first management role, his work overseas for the airline, his move to Scotland and how he faced and overcame challenges in the face of redundancies and a ter…

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141. Regenerating Joy with Brad Chandler 45:13

4M ago45:13

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From the very first episode of Fine is a 4-Letter Word, where my guest revealed that she did not even know what emotions were until she was in middle age because she was punished as a child for having them, I’ve been sharing stories of what happens from the inside out. My mission and drive for this podcast is to give you hope, help you find your pa…

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140. Replacing Fine with F*ck Off! with P.J. Roscoe 45:15

4M ago45:15

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Children who are told to be “seen, but not heard” learn early on that their thoughts, feelings, and words don’t matter. Then as adults, they continue to silence themselves even when they do speak by hiding and suppressing their true thoughts and feelings. Growing up in a small Welsh village, P.J. Roscoe learned early on to know her place, don’t hav…

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