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Cal Newport is a computer science professor and a New York Times bestselling author who writes about the impact of technology on society, and the struggle to work and live deeply in a world increasingly mired in digital distractions. On this podcast, he answers questions from his readers and offers advice about cultivating focus, productivity, and meaning amidst the noise that pervades our lives.
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Young and Profiting with Hala Taha (Entrepreneurship, Sales, Marketing)
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Young and Profiting with Hala Taha is the must-listen podcast for anyone who is hardcore into entrepreneurship. Hosted by Hala Taha, a self-made entrepreneur and marketing expert, this top-ranked show features mini-masterclasses with business icons and entrepreneurs like GaryVee, Alex Hormozi, Mel Robbins, Reid Hoffman, Tom Bilyeu and Codie Sanchez. Listen to YAP to profit in all aspects of life - from boosting sales and beating algorithms, to brain hacks and biohacking. Whether you’re launc ...
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The Spoken History of a Global Language
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Unusually in-depth conversations about the world's most pressing problems and what you can do to solve them. Subscribe by searching for '80000 Hours' wherever you get podcasts. Hosted by Rob Wiblin and Luisa Rodriguez.
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We tell our children unsettling fairy tales to teach them valuable lessons, but these Cautionary Tales are for the education of the grown ups – and they are all true. Tim Harford (Financial Times, BBC, author of “The Data Detective”) brings you stories of awful human error, tragic catastrophes, and hilarious fiascos. They'll delight you, scare you, but also make you wiser. New episodes every Friday.
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Learn British English as well as British culture, history, news and current affairs, and much more with weekly episodes from your host Charlie on The British English Podcast! Visit the website for learning resources:thebritishenglishpodcast.com
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emma prefers to share her thoughts with a microphone rather than a physical human being, so thank god she has a podcast. recorded from the comfort of her bed...and some other fun places, emma talks at length about whatever is on her mind every week. anything really does go on this podcast. sometimes philosophy, sometimes a random story from 10 years ago, sometimes advice, sometimes fun interviews, and sometimes nothing at all. you never know what you are going to get, but that’s what keeps i ...
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Where rhyme gets its reason! In a historical survey of English literature, I take a personal and philosophical approach to the major texts of the tradition in order to not only situate the poems, prose, and plays in their own contexts, but also to show their relevance to our own. This show is for the general listener: as a teacher of high school literature and philosophy, I am less than a scholar but more than a buff. I hope to edify and entertain!
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A boozy dive into mythology, legends, and folklore. Every week we pour a drink and dive into a new story from around the world. Hear fresh takes on classic myths and learn new stories, served over ice, every Wednesday!
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The logic of personal, philosophical and political freedom.
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A podcast about all facets of the six-horse hitch industry! Tune in to listen to in-depth conversations with exhibitors, breeders, show committees, sale chairmen, and so much more!
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Refining Rhetoric with CEO Robert Bortins. A podcast where faith, business, politics, and classical education meet. Join us as we use the Classical tools of rhetoric to seek truth in every arena of life.
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End your day with the quiet joy of timeless literature gently read to you - just as it might have been in times gone by. The great works of fiction are steady companions. They're filled with rhythm, beauty, and truths that still breathe. Whether you're returning to an old favorite or discovering a forgotten gem, you’ll find comfort in the familiar language and the calm cadence of storytelling. We'll explore classics from beloved authors like Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, Mark Twain, and othe ...
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The Mises Institute, founded in 1982, is an educational institution devoted to advancing Austrian economics, freedom, and peace in the classical-liberal tradition. Our website offers many thousands of free books and thousands of hours of audio and video, along with the full run of rare journals, biographies, and bibliographies of great economists.
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Classical Conversations supports homeschooling parents by cultivating the love of learning through a Christian worldview in fellowship with other families. We believe there are three keys to a great education: classical, Christian, and Community.
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Classic Take is a weekly, 20-minute series on the fundamentals of Moshiach. Join Rabbi Sholom Zirkind on a journey through the Gemaras, Midrashim, the Rambam, and other classic and chassidic sources; gain an appreciation, an understanding and deeper knowledge of the basics of Moshiach.
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Michael E. a former Major League Scout, college, high school, and summer league baseball coach brings you one-on-one insightful interviews with MLB players @ mem247.com
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Teaching, education, theology, and ministry from a Classical Pentecostal perspective.
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Anchored is published by the Classic Learning Test. Hosted by CLT leadership, including our CEO Jeremy Tate, Anchored features conversations with leading thinkers on issues at the intersection of education and culture. New discussions are released every Thursday. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.
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Your friendly guide to the world of classical Christian education. Presented by Trinity Classical Academy.
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A.J., Graeme, and Thomas discuss everything having to do with the classical world. Our aim is to help both educators and laypeople enjoy the classical world as much as they enjoy fine ales and good tales.
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Scholé Sisters: Camaraderie for Classical Homeschooling Mamas
Brandy Vencel, Mystie Winckler, and Abby Wahl
Our goal is to cultivate the maximum number of thinking moms we can. This podcast is for classical homeschooling mamas who yearn for something more than just checking boxes and getting it all done. We discuss topics that matter to those of us who believe that educating ourselves through reading widely, thinking deeply, and applying faithfully equips us for the task of educating our children.
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We explore philosophy, politics, economics, and other ideas from a classical liberal perspective.
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Ever wonder who were the Florentine Camerata? Where did the conductor’s baton come from? Or the difference between Opera Buffa and Opera Seria? These little nuggets of classical music trivia are what this podcast is all about. Come hop around music history with me, Steven Hobé, as we take a minute to get the scoop!
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BACK FOR 2025! Helen Zaltzman and Olly Mann host the award-winning podcast that's been answering the world's questions since 2007. New episodes on the last Thursday of each month - keep us going by supporting us at patreon.com/answermethis. Visit our official site at answermethispodcast.com and buy classic episodes and albums at answermethisstore.com
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Promoting a rebirth of ancient wisdom about education for the modern era.
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CraftLit is—Annotated Audiobooks for Busy People Love the classics (or wish you did) *** No time to pick up a book? Not any more! *** This weekly annotated audiobook podcast presents curated classic literature in a serialized format. The host—Heather Ordover—"teaches to the joke" by filling in any relevant tidbits before listening to the next chapter of the book. *** Callers regularly send in voicemail comments for play on the air to keep the "book club" vibe going. *** The podcast has been ...
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Welcome to The Regents Podcast--a weekly podcast for K-12 classical Christian educators and parents.
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Produced by The Classical Association, this podcast features content all about the ancient world - from revision material for students of ancient history to stories inspired by classical mythology, to interviews with famous voices and people from all walks of life discussing the classical past, there's something for everyone. Follow The Classics Podcast on Instagram at @theclassicalpod so you don't miss out on a single episode and @theclassicalassociation to keep up to date with our work. Ou ...
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Audio recordings of classic and contemporary poems read by poets and actors, delivered every day.
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Join us in the Enchanted Library on a read-aloud adventure, featuring classic and living literature. Many of these books are featured in Charlotte Mason-based homeschool curriculums like AmblesideOnline and others. Come on an adventure with us!
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Hot Takes on the Classics is no dusty, academic approach to great books. It’s a gossipy, exciting discussion about the best literature ever written. Hosted by Tim and Emily, who are veteran teachers and long-time friends, Hot Takes is packed with playful debate, meaningful speculation, and hearty laughs.
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Join the educators, authors, publishers, and visionaries at Memoria Press to unpack and understand the world of classical education.
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AcreSoft Story Classic: 🌷 Kids Educational and Bedtime Stories for Children to Adults, in English
Luella Caudill
Whether you like a good bedtime story to unwind and relax, or a great tale during chores, or your commute to work, these great classic stories from the nineteenth, early twentieth century and before are just the thing. This is a show preserving old fashioned kids stories, of adventure, challenges, or learning, for modern day story lovers of all ages. Follow for great stories for children to adults! https://acresoft.contactinbio.com 1 John 2:2 Ways You Can Show Your Support: ➡️👛 https://coint ...
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Homeschooling Outside the Box is the podcast that encourages and equips moms who homeschool an outside-the-box child. Join the host, Cindy Rinna, as she talks about Charlotte Mason education, the joys and challenges of homeschooling Outside-the-Box kids, and creating a homeschool that fits your unique family.
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Are you looking for sound, thought-provoking conversations on current affairs, politics, and culture from a Classical Liberal perspective? If yes, you are in the right place. Liberalism in Question engages some of our society’s most prominent researchers, political figures, and free speech advocates --finding out their views on the state of Classical Liberalism.
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The Just Get Started Podcast is your go-to guide for breaking free from self-doubt, stepping outside your comfort zone, and taking action toward the life and business you truly want. Each episode dives into the real, messy journey of starting something new—whether it's leaving corporate, launching an idea, landing your first clients, or pushing past the mental barriers that try to hold you back. Through tactical insights and raw, relatable conversations, you'll gain the clarity, confidence, ...
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Hoplite Radio explores the importance of a classical education in the modern world through conversations with faculty and staff at Ridgeview Classical Schools in Fort Collins, CO.
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Short thoughts on the Capstone Classical Academy mission, model, and vision for the equipping of school leaders, parents, teachers, and supporters for stronger partnership for the glory of God, the joy of our students, and the blessing or our neighbors.
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Every book has two stories: the one it tells, and the one it hides. The Secret Life of Books is a fascinating, addictive, often shocking, occasionally hilarious weekly podcast starring Sophie Gee, an English professor at Princeton University, and Jonty Claypole, formerly director of arts at the BBC. Every week these virtuoso critics and close friends take an iconic book and reveal the hidden story behind the story: who made it, their clandestine motives, the undeclared stakes, the scandalous ...
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In the Plodcast, pastor Douglas Wilson covers anything related to theology and culture with his usual entertaining style. Whether it involves talking about Chestertonian Calvinism (not an oxymoron), the benefits of a Classical Christian education (not in that order), or the latest pomosexuality farce, the plodcast aims to apply all of Christ to all of life, for all the world. Douglas Wilson is an evangelical, postmill, Calvinist, Reformed, and Presbyterian (pretty much in that order) and is ...
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Not just book chat! The Literary Life Podcast is an ongoing conversation about the skill and art of reading well and the lost intellectual tradition needed to fully enter into the great works of literature. Experienced teachers Angelina Stanford and Thomas Banks (of www.HouseOfHumaneLetters.com) join lifelong reader Cindy Rollins (of www.MorningtimeForMoms.com) for slow reads of classic literature, conversations with book lovers, and an ever-unfolding discussion of how Stories Will Save the ...
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Classical Music for everyone! The Open Notes Podcast is the place for anybody interested in Classical Music to learn more, from newbies to seasoned veterans. Open Notes features interviews with Fort Collins Symphony musicians, soloists and composers, interactive program notes, and discussions about topics in classical music. Co-Hosted by Norman Menzales (Principal Flute, Marketing & Community Engagement Director) and Alyssa Roggow (Education and Patron Development Director). Sponsored by the ...
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The Donkey, The Rooster, And The Lion - Kids Story Short Stories for Children and Adults
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1:02A Donkey and a Rooster were in a straw-yard together, when a Lion, desperate from hunger, approached the spot. He was about to spring upon the Donkey,... #story #shortstory AcreSoft Story Classic https://acresoft.contactin.bio The loftiness of a man, layeth him low,—but, one of a lowly spirit, shall attain unto honour. Proverbs 29:23, EBR…
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Your Guide to Stress-Free Family Presentations in Classical Conversations
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47:24"Wait, we're supposed to do WHAT in front of everyone next week?" If those words just sent a little panic through your heart, take a deep breath. Kelli and Lisa have been there, done that, survived the chaos, and they're here to tell you it's going to be better than fine—it might even be fun. Join host Delise with Classical Conversations veterans K…
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[video available on spotify] my opinions on astrology have kind of been all over the map my whole life and i don't really know how i feel about it, but i am definitely curious. so today i wanted to dig into astrology and see what i find. Save Your WayTM from Hotels.com. Learn more at hotels.com/product/save-your-way/ Learn more about your ad choice…
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By José Olivarez Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Poetry Foundation
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6204 Why Don't You Listen?Twitter/X Space
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1:57:30In this Friday Night Live on 28 November 2025, Stefan Molyneux explores parenting philosophy amid Black Friday cheer. He humorously promotes his merchandise while stressing the importance of peaceful parenting. After a reflective call about emotional struggles, Stefan critiques gentle parenting, urging a balance between validation and boundaries. H…
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Mark Thornton dissects “contagion” hype and argues it’s not a market pathology. He shows why, in a free market, failures reallocate customers, labor, and capital to better firms rather than spread panic. Contagion appears only when government links balance sheets and distorts prices. Mark traces how credit booms set up bust,s and why even the Fed n…
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In the dimly lit corridors of a Parisian boarding house, the intertwined lives of Honoré de Balzacs characters unfold like a delicate mixture of ambition and sacrifice. Through the youthful aspirations of Eugène de Rastignac and the heartrending decline of Père Goriot, we witness a poignant dance of desires and devastations, each step echoing the c…
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Thanksgiving: A Celebration of Domestic Life
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12:41For 150 years, Thanksgiving has been primarily an apolitical holiday that's really about family fun and eating a huge meal.Original article: https://mises.org/mises-wire/thanksgiving-celebration-domestic-lifeBy Mises Institute
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Philosopher Stefan Molyneux explores the distinction between philosophical happiness and hedonism, addressing a listener's insightful question. He defines hedonism as the pursuit of immediate pleasures that often lead to long-term costs, contrasting it with happiness rooted in virtue and reason. Using examples from the animal kingdom, he highlights…
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By Latif Askia Ba Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Poetry Foundation
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703: Chs 25-31 — Mr. Harrison's Confessions
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1:10:10Ep. 703: Mr. Harrison's Confessions | Chapters 25-231 Book talk begins at 19:44 Elopements, mistaken romances, and surprise weddings? Yes. ALL of that. --------------------------------------------------------------- 0:00 - Start 01:48 - Don't forget to send us your crafty videos 03:08 - BOOKMARKS sign up closed - if you made a bookmark and didn't s…
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Classic Stories: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
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3:47Enjoy a classic story in English and learn 9 uses of ‘come’ - in 5 minutes. THE READING ROOM: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/the_reading_room SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ htt…
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Michelle Tillis Lederman: 7 Mindset Shifts That Turn Networking Into Your Greatest Advantage | Leadership | YAPClassic
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49:41After being laid off, Michelle Tillis Lederman landed a new job in just three days, thanks to her mindset of intentional relationship-building, not luck. That experience inspired her to create the “Connector’s Advantage,” a framework for building authentic connections that drive faster and better results. In this episode, Michelle reveals how organ…
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Homo deceptus: Science's Dirty Little Secret
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38:56In 1912, a fossil discovery shakes the scientific world. Piltdown Man is the elusive missing link between humans and their ape-like ancestors. Forty years later, a researcher at the Natural History Museum gets a chance to see the relic for himself and notices something isn't quite right. For a full list of sources see timharford.com See omnystudio.…
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Stefan Molyneux discusses universally preferable behavior (UPB) with a caller, examining human success, moral volition, and critiquing behaviors like theft. Their dialogue highlights the importance of shared ethical understanding, offering key insights into ethics and morality. There's a special video for this podcast, just for subscribers! If you'…
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By Samiya Bashir Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Poetry Foundation
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6201 When a Man MUST FIGHT! Twitter/X Space
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2:16:39In this Wednesday Night Live on 26 November 2025, philosopher Stefan Molyneux humorously shares a story about his wife and "Spinal Tap" before critiquing atheist views on morality. He challenges the audience to consider the validity of moral reasoning. Discussing a caller's confidence issues in sports, Stefan emphasizes self-perception and empathy …
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Thanksgiving Is a Celebration of Free Enterprise
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11:22The first English settlers in America learned a hard lesson about socialist economics in the early years of their new colonies as they faced starvation. Once they embraced free enterprise, however, they had something to be thankful for.Original article: https://mises.org/mises-wire/thanksgiving-celebration-free-enterprise…
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From the Archives: Growing up in the UK in the 90s - Bonus Ep 2
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28:47📥 Grab this episode's FREE PDF Worksheet with intermediate+ expressions from this episode, complete with quizzes and example sentences, to learn today’s vocabulary 3x faster! 🎓 Join my weekly online group lessons Learn British English & about British culture in this episode where Charlie, your host, gets Harry back on t…
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The Heroes of Asgard - part 32: The Might of Asgard
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9:37The Heroes of Asgard by Annie and Eliza Keary - part 32: The Might of Asgard ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By The Enchanted Library
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Eat too much, drag out the board games and the cards; throw the football in the yard until your fingers are numb with cold, and the let the young ones play in the piles of leaves. Build a fire, grab an old novel, put up your feet, and rejoice in the material and immaterial abundance by which you are surrounded. Enjoy your turkey, your family, and f…
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AMT412: Widow’s Peaks, Mixtapes and Garlic
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1:01:45AMT412’s questioneers want to know why Innocent smoothies wear little woolly hats, how to increase someone’s spice tolerance, whether someone making you a mixtape is definitely a sign of romantic interest, and what to do about similarly-named strangers using your email address. For more information about this episode, visit answermethispodcast.com/…
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gift ideas that people will actually like
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57:36[video available on spotify] ‘tis the season of gift-giving. for some, this is a really stressful time of year, and i am one of those people. gift-giving gives me anxiety, so this year i decided to make a long list of gift ideas that almost anyone would love. Save Your WayTM from Hotels.com. Learn more at hotels.com/product/save-your-way/ Learn mor…
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For more from Doug, subscribe to Canon+: https://canonplus.com/By Canon Press
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How 50-Year Mortgages Turn Home Owners into Renters
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20:1850-year mortgages are likely to increase the likelihood of more "owners" becoming underwater and walking away from their mortgages. This will lead to more bailouts for the financial sector. Taxpayers will pay the price.By Mises Institute
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The Mayor of Casterbridge by Thomas Hardy (1886)
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18:42As night envelops the world in its serene embrace, we traverse the shadowed streets of Casterbridge, where Thomas Hardys profound literary sensibilities breathe life into the tormented soul of Michael Henchard and the tranquil spirit of Elizabeth Jane. In this sleepcast, the gentle rustle of the hay and the distant toll of the town bell transport u…
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Families Are the Key to Building Alternatives to the State
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15:41From the perspective of the state, the ideal society is one composed of single parents raising a small number of children in irreligious households.Original article: https://mises.org/mises-wire/families-are-key-building-alternatives-stateBy Mises Institute
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Thanksgiving: Celebrating the Birth of American Free Enterprise
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10:42In the wilderness of the New World, the Plymouth Pilgrims had progressed from the false dream of communism to the sound realism of capitalism.Original article: https://mises.org/mises-wire/thanksgiving-celebrating-birth-american-free-enterpriseBy Mises Institute
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"Read All About It!": The Rise of the Public Press
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28:00Send us a text In the early 18th century, the public press came to dominate English writing. Pamphlets, newspapers, and periodicals fed the appetite for news and commentary of an ever-hungrier reading public. Richard Steele and Joseph Addison were the great innovators of the periodical essay, a quintessentially English genre of writing. Support the…
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How Can We Do Indigenous Reconciliation Better? - Karen Restoule
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57:08In this episode, Matt interviews Karen Restoule on the challenge of Indigenous reconciliation in Canada. Restoule stresses that true reconciliation must begin by re-embracing the vision of coexistence enshrined in early agreements such as the Treaty of Niagara — a relationship based on mutual respect and shared sovereignty — and not merely through …
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6200 How to Fall in LOVE! Twitter/X Space
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56:04In this X Space from 22 November 2025, philosopher Stefan Molyneux discusses the essential links between love, trust, and virtue. He emphasizes that love depends on consistent behavior and mutual trust, particularly in the dynamics of male-female relationships. Drawing from personal experience, Molyneux highlights the importance of honesty and comm…
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Are Fairy Tales Closer to Scripture Than We Think?
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47:41Fairy tales are far more than simple children’s stories. In this episode of _Classical Et Cetera_ we explore why these tales endure, what they offer the moral imagination, and how they help both children and adults see the world with clarity and wonder. From questions about when to begin reading fairy tales to the connections they share with Script…
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by Janice N. Harrington Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Poetry Foundation
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10 Things Every Homeschooler Can Celebrate This Year
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19:05What can homeschoolers be thankful for this year? Join Robert Bortins for a special Thanksgiving edition of the Refining Rhetoric podcast as he shares the top 10 things homeschoolers should be thankful for in 2025. From protected educational freedom and the classical education renaissance to colleges actively recruiting homeschoolers, this episode …
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No, You're Not Hurting the Economy by Saving Money
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7:47As the economy worsens, expect to see more articles from legacy media about how saving money is actually bad for the economy. It's an old Keynesian myth.Be sure to follow the Loot and Lobby podcast at Mises.org/LLBy Mises Institute
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Virgil's Aeneid: Ep. 11 - The Colour Purple
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42:37Virgil's Purple Prose? No, definitely not, but the Aeneid is replete with interesting uses of the word 'purpureus' and in this episode we look at purple as a colour of beauty, death, danger and eroticism - as well as shades of gold and the mystery of Lavinia's blush! 💜 Did you know that the colour purple in ancient Rome was a symbol of power and de…
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Say Hi to Uncle Rob (Ghost) | Your Urban Legends 114
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46:30There’s something about hearing a ghost story told aloud that makes it 1000x scarier! That’s why this episode definitely has us scared! From haunted schools to haunted bedrooms (both in the past and the present!), we’re glad none of our listeners got GOT by ghosts! Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of fire, deat…
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