Best Deep River Project Podcasts (2025)

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Soft Summer Waves | Gentle Surf at Botany Bay 2:00:33

18h ago2:00:33

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Beneath the white cliffs of Botany Bay, gentle waves roll in and out with a slow, unhurried rhythm. Recorded during a quiet summer afternoon, this deserted coastal soundscape captures the soft surf and calming presence of the English seaside. Whether you're winding down or drifting off, let the soft summer waves guide you. 🔹 Want More? ▶ Unlock 8-H…

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Session 9: The Roots and the Branches 12:37

1d ago12:37

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Episode Title: Session 9 – The Roots and the Branches: Honoring the Past, Choosing the Future This guided meditation brings you into a powerful metaphor from Session 9: you are the tree. Your roots—memories, people, and patterns—stretch deep into the past. Some are twisted or broken. Some were planted in pain. And while you didn’t choose the soil, …

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Session 8: Walking in Her Shoes 12:37

1d ago12:37

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Episode Title: Session 8 – Walking in Her Shoes: The Felt Practice of Empathy This guided meditation invites listeners to take one of the most vital—and vulnerable—steps in the change process: imagining the experience of the person they hurt. In alignment with Session 8’s focus on reconstructing the scene and building empathy, “Walking in Her Shoes…

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Session 7: Facing the Mirror 12:37

1d ago12:37

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Episode Title: Session 7 – Facing the Mirror: The Beginning of Doing Better This meditation invites you into stillness—not to escape—but to gently face what you’ve avoided. In step with Session 7’s work on cognitive interventions, “Facing the Mirror” guides you through a felt process of honest reflection. You won’t be asked to relive past harm, but…

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Session 6: The River of Your Thoughts 12:37

1d ago12:37

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Episode Title: Session 6 – The Rive of Your Thoughts With soft river sounds and foglike focus, this guided meditation invites you to step back from the noise of your thoughts and sit—quietly—on the riverbank. In harmony with Session 6, which introduces stress management and cognitive awareness, you’ll practice the foundational skill of observing yo…

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Session 5: Cooling the System 12:37

1d ago12:37

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Session 5 – Cooling the System: HALT and Nervous-System Reset Sink into slow ambient tones and let shoulders drop as we guide you through the Milton-Erickson–style “Cooling the System” meditation. The script uses a simple flame-turning metaphor to embody Session 5’s lesson: stress heats the nervous system degree by degree until we boil over—unless …

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Nechako: It Will Be a Big River Again 17:53

4d ago17:53

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The Nechako River was one of the main tributaries of the Fraser until the Kenney Dam was built in the 1950s. The dam diverted most of the river’s flow to power Rio Tinto Alcan’s aluminum smelter in Kitimat, severely impacting the lives of the local Stellat’en and Saik’uz Nations. Nechako is a new film that documents years of resistance by the two N…

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A Roaring Fire in the Cozy Castle Library 2:00:33

3d ago2:00:33

2:00:33

A warm, crackling fire echoes through the quiet library of Dunrobin Castle in the Scottish Highlands. Surrounded by towering shelves of old books, deep leather armchairs, and the soft hush of nighttime stillness, this soundscape invites you to unwind completely. Perfect for reading, studying, or drifting off to sleep — the gentle roar of the firepl…

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Why the media scrum was cancelled following second Leaders' Debate 13:53

7d ago13:53

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The English Language leader’s debate on April 17 ended with the abrupt cancellation of standard post-debate scrum. At the centre of the incident was the accreditation of right-wing Rebel News and tensions between them and journalists at the event. We talk with the Tyee's Jen St. Denis about what happened that evening in Montreal.…

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Under the Umbrella | Light Spring Shower ASMR 2:00:33

8d ago2:00:33

2:00:33

There’s a special kind of peace that comes from walking through nature during a light spring shower — especially when you’ve remembered your umbrella. This soundscape places you right there: the soft, steady patter of rain overhead, the hush of wet leaves, the occasional breeze stirring through the trees. Cocooned and calm, yet still free to wander…

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A Forest Clearing | Gentle Birds & a Natural Spring 2:00:49

12d ago2:00:49

2:00:49

In a secluded forest glade in the Auvergne, France, this tranquil soundscape captures the quiet balance of a warm spring day. Birds call gently through the trees, while a natural spring flows nearby—its waters dancing softly over volcanic stone. There is no rush here. Just birdsong, flowing water, and the hush of sunlight on moss. Perfect for deep …

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Session 4: Brain Change Prep: "I Am Rewiring" 12:37

11d ago12:37

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Episode Title: Session 4 – Brain Change Prep: "I Am Rewiring" With ambient tones drifting from alpha into theta, this meditation guides you straight into the electrical heart of Session 4—brain change by deliberate practice. Eyes soft, breath slow, you’ll visualize two trails inside your mind’s landscape. One is the familiar track of reflex—anger →…

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Hidden Cave Ambience | Deep Water Pattern Soundscape 2:01:37

15d ago2:01:37

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Recorded deep within a dripping limestone chamber, this immersive 8-hour soundscape surrounds you with the slow, hypnotic rhythm of subterranean water echoing off ancient rock. Captured using spatial audio microphones, each droplet shifts and moves around you—creating a three-dimensional listening experience that evokes a sense of stillness and dep…

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Collaborative project leads Alberta school to celebrate Eid and Diwali 21:53

16d ago21:53

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Every December, students across Canada enjoy a two-week break to celebrate Christmas. In spring, Good Friday and Easter Monday bring further celebrations and a long weekend. But for Canadian students who want to mark celebrations in their own traditions, it often means being marked “absent” from school. A research professor who worked with high sch…

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Session 3: Changing What you Do 12:37

19d ago12:37

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Episode Title: Session 3 – Changing What you Do Description Sink the shoulders, loosen the jaw, let breathing find its own tempo—then picture a fork in the road. One track is the worn‑in route of old reactions; the other is an unmapped trail that begins with a single, different move. This meditation embodies Session 3’s theme: lasting change is beh…

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Deep Green Noise & Binaural Delta Beats | Sleep Instantly 2:01:37

19d ago2:01:37

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Unwind effortlessly with the soothing depth of Green Noise blended with powerful Binaural Delta Waves. Crafted for immediate relaxation, this immersive soundscape gently guides your mind into a restful, uninterrupted sleep. Ideal for stress relief, insomnia, or enhancing deep meditation and mindfulness practices. 🔹 Want More? ▶ Unlock 8-Hour Versio…

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Operation Profit reveals ongoing privatization of Alberta public health care 18:56

18d ago18:56

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Allegations of political interference involving Alberta Health Services have been swirling around the provincial government for weeks. The former CEO of Alberta Health Services. Athana Mentzelopoulos, is suing the province for wrongful dismissal, saying she was fired in January for looking into the overpays on contracts with private surgical provid…

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Lynn Naji on media analysis and the pervasive bias against Palestinians 14:53

21d ago14:53

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The ongoing genocide in Gaza has been widely covered in the Canadian media. Yet the coverage has been shown to be unfair, misleading, and biased in favour of Israel. A 2023 analysis by The Breach of thousands of sentences in Canada’s top newspapers found that the largest Canadian newspapers have given disproportionate attention to the deaths of Isr…

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Lighthouse in the Storm | Ocean Waves & Rain for Deep Sleep & Relaxation 2:00:33

22d ago2:00:33

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Step into the heart of a coastal storm, where a steadfast lighthouse stands tall against crashing waves and heavy rain. This immersive soundscape captures the raw power of the ocean, blending deep, rolling waves with steady rainfall to create the perfect atmosphere for deep sleep, relaxation, or focused work. Let the rhythmic surge of the sea and t…

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City Beat: Vancouver voters send message to Major Ken Sim 16:55

21d ago16:55

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Big news at Vancouver City Hall this week with the election of Lucy Maloney from OneCity and Sean Orr from COPE as the new city councillors. They are jumping into a busy council agenda including public hearings about the massive proposed development on the Jericho lands in Point Grey and four more Broadway plan rezoning. Redeye collective member Ia…

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Session 2: Taking 100% Responsibility for What You Did and Are Doing Now 12:37

24d ago12:37

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Episode Title: Session 2 – Taking 100% Responsibility for What You Did and Are Doing Now Description This session invites you into a slow‑tide breath and a mirror that shows only one thing: your own behavior. With eyes closed or softly focused, you’ll notice there’s nothing to fix, no one else to blame—just the honest image of your choices. The pur…

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Billionaires and skyrocketing housing costs big drivers of wealth inequality 17:18

23d ago17:18

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People living in highly unequal societies experience a broad range of health and social problems which affect everyone, no matter how much money they have. That’s why we should be paying attention to the latest Statistics Canada data on rising economic inequality in Canada. The latest numbers on household finances show a near-record gap in the shar…

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Session 1: Series Introduction and Orientation 28:05

25d ago28:05

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Episode 1: Orientation – What Is DV Brain Change? Welcome to the DV Brain Change Meditation Podcast Series. In this special orientation episode, therapist and creator Glenn Ostlund introduces the purpose, structure, and personal philosophy behind this unique fusion of neuroscience, sound therapy, and guided meditation. Drawing from the Brain Change…

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Local print and broadcast news in serious decline in Canada 16:54

24d ago16:54

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A healthy and robust news environment is central to any country’s democratic health. However the last sixteen years have not been kind to local news outlets in Canada. Many residents of communities, both big and small, now find themselves living in “news deserts” or “areas of news poverty.” A new report aims to better understand the decline in loca…

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Rain on Tin Roof | Cover From the Skies 2:00:33

26d ago2:00:33

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A storm rolls in, and you find cover beneath a tin roof, listening as rain cascades in waves above you. The rhythmic patter of raindrops on metal shifts between soft showers and heavy downpours, creating a hypnotic rain soundscape. Safe and dry, you listen as soothing rain sounds surround you—a perfect ambient backdrop for deep sleep, relaxation, a…

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Vancouver company tries to sidestep international ban on deep sea mining 16:57

25d ago16:57

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Mining critical minerals has been called the new gold rush. Nickel, copper and other critical minerals are highly sought after in the drive to manufacture new technologies. And some mining companies want to extract these minerals from the deep sea. The Metals Company, a Vancouver-based mining firm, has spent years promoting the idea that mining in …

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Incandescence: A film about wildfire 17:54

27d ago17:54

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Filmmakers Nova Ami and Velcrow Ripper live in Gibsons, B.C. Like most of us here in B.C., they have experienced wildfire smoke in their community every summer for the last few years. This started them reflecting on what they could add to the conversation as documentary filmmakers who’ve covered crises throughout their work. Their new film Incandes…

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Forest Bathing | Grounding Nature Sounds & Gentle River 2:00:01

29d ago2:00:01

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Relax and reset with this restorative soundscape, inspired by the healing practice of Forest Bathing. Surrounded by gentle birdsong, soft rustling wildlife, and the soothing flow of a nearby river, find yourself transported to a peaceful clearing in the heart of a lush forest. Let these grounding sounds cleanse your mind, calm your spirit, and reco…

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Countering rhetoric of immigrants being a drain on social welfare system 15:21

1M ago15:21

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In recent years, the narrative of immigrants being a drain on the system has been repeated constantly in some Western countries. But we should question how that narrative stacks up against the evidence. A new data set from 22 countries sheds some light on the answer. We speak with Edward Koning, associate professor in political science at the Unive…

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Night Flight | First Class Cabin at 40,000 Feet 2:00:49

1M ago2:00:49

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Drift into peaceful sleep to the comforting hum of a first-class cabin gliding effortlessly at 40,000 feet. Let the gentle drone of the engines, softened cabin airflow, and subtle swoops and glides of the wings turning towards home create a calming cocoon high above the world. Perfect for relaxation, deep sleep, or just a quiet escape into the tran…

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Israeli youth on tour in Canada speak about their refusal to serve with IDF 43:21

1M ago43:21

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On March 22, Independent Jewish Voices Vancouver hosted two Israeli war resisters as part of a nationwide Refuseniks tour. , Einat Gerlitz and Tal Mitnick have been sharing their stories across Canada, shedding light on their public decision to refuse military service in protest of the occupation and the genocide in Gaza. They were joined by physic…

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Sunset Tide Coming In | Binaural Delta Beats for Deep Relaxation 2:01:37

1M ago2:01:37

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Relax into the rhythmic beauty of Jericoacoara, a remote, pristine beach along Brazil's serene coastline. Feel the tide coming in with purpose—each wave arriving with a subtle, alluring energy, as if the sea has waited patiently to reconnect with the shore. Carefully blended with deep, immersive binaural Delta beats, this soundscape promotes profou…

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City Beat: The candidates and the issues in the April 5 by-election 21:04

1M ago21:04

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Advance voting has already begun in the by-election to replace One City councillor Christine Boyle, now an NDP MLA and retiring Green Party councillor Adrienne Carr. The full by-election is scheduled for April 5. Redeye collective member Ian Mass joins us today with his City Beat report. On the agenda, a couple of all-candidate meetings, emerging e…

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Assessing re-criminalization of drug possession through a public health lens 13:50

1M ago13:50

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B.C. is in the midst of an ongoing public health emergency, declared in 2016 in response to significant levels of overdoses and drug poisonings. In response, BC implemented a decriminalization framework in 2023, removing criminal sanctions for possession of small amounts of certain unregulated drugs. Less than 18 months later, B.C. amended the fram…

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Refreshing Spring Rain | 3AM Widescreen Shower Ambience 2:00:52

1M ago2:00:52

2:00:52

Relax to the gentle, expansive sounds of a spring rain shower drifting softly over a peaceful suburb of Seoul at 3AM. This spacious soundscape captures the tranquil essence of quiet residential streets, lush hillsides, and softly illuminated homes under the soothing rainfall. Ideal for deep sleep, meditation, or moments of calm reflection. 🔹 Want M…

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Groups seek injunction against Alberta's ban on gender-affirming care 13:35

1M ago13:35

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Danielle Smith’s government in Alberta brought in legislation that restricts healthcare access for trans and gender diverse young people. Bill 26 prohibits medically-necessary care from being provided to gender diverse people under 16 years old in the province. Egale Canada, Skipping Stone, and five individual gender diverse youth, supported by the…

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Tariff relief measures must also safeguard forests and forest workers 16:45

1M ago16:45

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As Canada responds to the economic uncertainty caused by U.S. tariffs, there are grave concerns that relief measures could lead to the increased destruction of Canada’s primary and old-growth forests. Fourteen leading conservation organizations have issued an open letter urging all federal parties to commit to policies that safeguard both forests a…

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Campaign for VPL staff's right to wear symbols of support for Palestine 13:28

1M ago13:28

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The Vancouver Public Library has banned staff from wearing symbols of solidarity with Palestine. Many patrons of the library see this as an assault on the VPL's core values of freedom of expression and intellectual freedom. Last week, Concerned Patrons of VPL held an event to protest the ban, and to draw attention to its hypocritical and discrimina…

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Pure White Noise & Delta Waves | Binaural Beats for Deep Sleep 2:00:31

1M ago2:00:31

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Drift effortlessly into deep, restorative sleep with this fresh, airy white noise gently layered with calming, low-frequency delta binaural beats. Designed to quiet your mind and encourage deep relaxation, these soothing sounds promote rejuvenating rest. For the full benefits of binaural beats, headphones are recommended. Ideal for sleep, meditatio…

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Stop Islamophobia campaign shares resources to combat anti-Muslim racism 13:36

1M ago13:36

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Canada’s special representative on combating Islamophobia, Amira Elghawaby, just brought out a new guide to address anti-Muslim racism in our country. Among the key strategies it identifies is the need to share resources, support networks and advocacy tools. The Maru Society of BC is launching stopislamophobia.ca, an education and outreach campaign…

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Windswept Fields In The Countryside | Nighttime Ambience for Focus and Deep Sleep 2:00:38

2M ago2:00:38

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Step into the natural ambience of the Malvern Hills. Captured through an open farmhouse window in the UK, this authentic countryside soundscape blends gentle winds, sporadic rainfall, and the soft hum of a passing night flight. Let nature’s white noise guide you to focus, unwind, or drift into a deep, restorative sleep. 🔹 Want More? ▶ Unlock 8-Hour…

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Greenpeace facing SLAPP suit over Standing Rock protests 16:56

2M ago16:56

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The oil pipeline company Energy Transfer has brought a SLAPP suit against Greenpeace over the 2016-17 protests at Standing Rock. The $300 million lawsuit threatens Greenpeace’s financial existence and has major implications for Indigenous rights and the right to free speech and protest. Thirteen environmental groups have signed a solidarity letter …

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Save The Bus campaign raises the alarm over transit cuts in Vancouver 17:18

2M ago17:18

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A group that advocates for better transit in Greater Vancouver says that if new funding isn’t found to sustain TransLink’s operations by April, we could be facing a 30% cut in rail service and a 50% cut in bus service and leaving some neighbourhoods without a single bus route. Denis Agar is the executive director of Movement: Metro Vancouver Transi…

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Rainforest Campfire Ambience | Cozy Jungle Night Atmosphere 2:00:10

2M ago2:00:10

2:00:10

Experience a tropical rainforest at night, where a gentle drizzle mingles with the soft crackle of a campfire and the distant rumble of thunder. This ambient soundscape blends natural sleep sounds—rainfall, subtle wildlife calls, and warming fire—with the occasional low, resonant thunder to create a serene jungle retreat designed for deep relaxatio…

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Ontario vs Germany: A contrast in democracy 15:27

2M ago15:27

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Both Ontario and Germany just had elections. In Germany, more than 80% of the electorate turned out to vote. In Ontario, it was less than 50%. In Germany, the number of seats in the German parliament reflected what voters said with their ballots. In the Ontario election, just 20% of the voters were able to hand Doug Ford a sizeable majority. Fair V…

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Oil and gas industry's influence on climate education in schools 15:45

2M ago15:45

15:45

The oil and gas industry has a long history of attempting to shape public perceptions of fossil fuel use and sow doubt about the science of climate change. A new report by the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment and For Our Kids finds that oil and gas companies have funded and supplied misleading climate education to children acr…

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NASA Space Shuttle Sleep Sounds | Cosmic Dreams 2:10:10

2M ago2:10:10

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Step aboard the NASA Space Shuttle and drift into the tranquil hum of deep space. This authentic, high-fidelity audio soundscape recreates the gentle ambient noise astronauts experience aboard a real spacecraft—soft air circulation, low-frequency hums, and rhythmic system bleeps, all blending into an immersive cosmic white noise. This weightless, z…

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How Trump's bullshit fits into pattern of authoritarian political speech 16:01

2M ago16:01

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Most liars care enough about the truth to try to conceal it. But simply not caring either way is a different vice, one that American philosopher Harry Frankfurt defined as bullshitting. An example would be President Trump claiming the U.S. has a trade deficit with Canada without having any idea whether that’s true or false. Tim Kenyon examines the …

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Distant Ocean Waves | Hypnotic Coastal Sleep Ambience 2:01:37

2M ago2:01:37

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Experience the gentle power of the Atlantic as you drift off to the rhythmic sound of waves along Portugal’s Algarve coast. From a cliffside perch overlooking a moonlit beach, distant ocean waves roll in and out, their echoes softened by the warm sea air. This natural soundscape evolves hypnotically over time – waves build and recede in a soothing …

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BC NDP tables provincial budget as Trump continues to threaten tariffs 14:37

2M ago14:37

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BC Minister of Finance Brenda Bailey tabled the province's 2025 budget on Tuesday this week, the same day that Trump brought in a 25% tariff on all Canadian imports. The tariff situation has since changed and will inevitably change again, but the fact remains that the NDP budget was tabled in a world that is dramatically different from when the gov…

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