Best Lab Talk With Laura Podcasts (2025)

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12. Should Women Cold Plunge? A Real Talk on Biohacking and Burnout 16:08

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2d ago16:08

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Is cold plunging really helping your health or just pushing your already stressed system over the edge? In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we unpack the cold, hard truth about cold plunges. From hormonal differences to nervous system baselines, we dive into why women respond differently to extreme stressors and what that means fo…

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“My Life in Carnoustie” by Robert Murray 28:01

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By Extremis Publishing Ltd.

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11. Should You Put Your Prices on Your Website? 22:49

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Is it more transparent—or more strategic—to share your prices publicly? In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we’re having an honest, nuanced conversation about pricing in private practice. Do you list your rates on your site? Do you keep them off until a discovery call? We’ve tried it both ways, and in this episode, we unpack the m…

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10. The Problem With At-Home Fertility Trackers (And Who It’s Actually Helping) 28:43

16d ago28:43

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Are fertility monitors giving women real answers or just more reasons to stress? In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we’re breaking down the rise of at-home hormone trackers like Mira and Inito, and sharing how we really feel about them. We talk about the promise of data, the pressure to “get it right,” and the fine line between f…

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09. Is Functional Medicine Addicted to Labs? Our Hot Take 20:09

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Are you running too many labs and missing what really matters? In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we’re unpacking a hot topic in functional medicine: testing fatigue. We’re both pro-labs and pro-thinking, and this conversation is all about striking that balance. We share the most common mistakes we see with overtesting, how we ap…

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Landscapes of the Soul: the Science and Spirituality of Attachment with Cyd + Geoff Holsclaw 55:36

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Presence & Practice is for people who want more than ideas—they want to live differently. Here, John & Sungshim Loppnow guide you through spiritual practices (like Immanuel Journaling), relational skills, and body-based awareness that awaken healing, connection, and purpose. Tune in to deepen your self-knowing, grow in love, and anchor your soul in…

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08. 5 Questions Every Clinician Should Be Asking 26:11

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Are you asking your clients the questions that actually matter? In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we’re digging into five (plus one!) things we always ask our clients—and think you should too. These aren’t the typical food and supplement questions. We’re talking about what’s really going on behind the scenes. This episode isn’t …

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07. Fitness Trackers: Helpful, Harmful, or Just Overhyped? 25:31

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Are fitness trackers helping your health or quietly harming it? In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we’re getting real about wearables: who they’re actually helping, when they’re causing more stress than support, and what to consider before recommending them to a client (or using one yourself). We share our own experiences with de…

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Forth Valley Sensory Centre with Laura Cluxton, Lauren Gilmour and Rowan Ferguson 31:19

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Laura Cluxton, Lauren Gilmour, and Rowan Ferguson - all representatives of the Forth Valley Sensory Centre in Falkirk - join us to discuss the vital role the centre plays in the lives of people of all ages. They talk about the services being provided by the centre, the community focus of its work, and the different ways that people can become invol…

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06. Why IVF Shouldn’t Be the First Step: Root Cause Fertility Strategies for Practitioners 31:12

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Why are so many women jumping straight to IVF without getting real answers first? In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we’re having a real (and probably long overdue) conversation about fertility, IVF, and the frustrating lack of root cause care in the conventional system. We’re not anti-IVF but we are pro-informed choice, and that…

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05. Is Cycle Syncing Supportive or Just Another Form of Control? 19:01

2M ago19:01

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Is cycle syncing helping women connect with their bodies or just giving them one more thing to stress about? In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we unpack the world of cycle syncing and seed cycling and why we’re not buying the hype. We break down what it actually is, why it’s resurfacing, and how it's often just another attempt t…

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04. Booked Without Cold DMs: How We Signed Our First 5 Clients 23:06

2M ago23:06

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Tired of feeling grossed out by cold DMs and sleazy sales tactics? In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we’re breaking down how we each booked our first 5 (and then 50+) clients without ever cold DMing a single person. We walk through what actually works when you're starting or growing your wellness business—from the power of warm …

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03. The Truth About Creatine: What Every Practitioner Should Know 23:43

2M ago23:43

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Is creatine really worth the hype or is it just another overrated fitness trend? In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we’re diving into one of our favorite supplements that gets a lot of buzz but also a lot of confusion: creatine. We break down what it actually does, why it's so much more than a "gym bro" supplement, and how it sup…

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02. GLP-1s Explained: Risks, Benefits, and Real-World Applications 25:59

2M ago25:59

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Are GLP-1s the miracle fix or are we just masking bigger issues? In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we’re diving deep into one of the hottest and most polarizing topics in wellness right now: GLP-1s. As practitioners, we’ve seen both the incredible potential and the very real pitfalls of these medications. We talk about who they'…

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01. Why We Started Functionally Speaking (And What You Can Expect) 14:00

2M ago14:00

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Ever wish you could sit in on the kind of behind-the-scenes conversations practitioners actually have? In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we’re kicking things off by introducing ourselves (hey, we’re Laura and Danielle), sharing how our friendship-turned-collaboration started in the DMs, and why we launched this show as an unfilt…

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“Digital Pioneer Spirit” by Thomas A. Christie 28:51

2M ago28:51

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A mystery interviewer quizzes author Dr Tom Christie about his book Digital Pioneer Spirit: The Freewheeling Creative Innovation of Mel Croucher on the Home Microcomputer. They discuss the infamously nonconformist counter-cultural genius, Mel Croucher - the acknowledged founder of the UK computer games industry - and explore his extraordinary caree…

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Welcome to Functionally Speaking 2:13

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Welcome to Functionally Speaking—the podcast where two clinicians share one brain cell and way too many opinions. We’re here for the nuance, the hot takes, the facts your certification skipped over, and the occasional spiral into chaos. If you’re a health coach, practitioner, or clinician who’s slightly functional (just like our mitochondria and ou…

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Extremis Publishing Tenth Anniversary Special 36:55

3M ago36:55

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Entrepreneur Paul Murray, Director of King Street ApartHotel in Stirling, turns the tables on Extremis Publishing's Directors by putting them into the hot seat as part of their tenth anniversary celebrations. Tom found himself as the interviewee for once, while Julie took to the airwaves for only the second time in over eighty Extremis podcasts (to…

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The CoSTAR Realtime Lab with Phillip Vaughan and Matthew Bett 27:23

4M ago27:23

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Abertay University's Phillip Vaughan and Matthew Bett join us for a discussion of Dundee's brand new CoSTAR Realtime Lab - a remarkable new production facility which has tremendous implications for film and TV, live performance, and videogame development. They explain the many ways that this cutting-edge creative technology has the potential to spa…

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“Hidden Stirling” by Murray Cook 22:56

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Archaeologist Dr Murray Cook discusses his book "Hidden Stirling", an exploration of the secret sites of the city, where he uncovers some surprising stories of its illustrious past. He also ventures into his findings from Stirling's surrounding area, discussing the ancient communities that once lived there and the mysteries they left behind. For mo…

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Scottish Tourist Guide Association with Gillian Barrett 23:31

7M ago23:31

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Gillian Barrett, Association Manager with the Scottish Tourist Guide Association, kindly joins us for an exploration of the work of this distinctive and highly-respected national organisation. With over sixty years of experience, the STGA has built up a vast network of clients with a first-class reputation of training highly-skilled guides who can …

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The Stirling King Street Aparthotel with Neil Munday 24:03

7M ago24:03

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Neil Munday, the Managing Director of the brand new King Street Aparthotel in Stirling, joins us for a chat about this remarkable new attraction in the city centre. Housed within a charming B-listed 19th-century stone building, this luxurious boutique self-service hotel is also home to WorKing Flexispaces - a flexible workspace with private offices…

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“The Courage to Speak” by Alasdair Black 24:42

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Author, pastor and radio personality, the Rev. Dr Alasdair Black, has a lively and informative chat about his new book "The Courage to Speak: Sex, Sexuality and the Church," which examines changing cultural and social attitudes towards sexual behaviour in the modern world. Alasdair discusses the themes of his book and talks about the urgent need to…

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Meet the unsung heroes of the electricity grid | Behind the scenes with overhead lineworkers 26:56

9M ago26:56

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Overhead power lines transmit the vital electricity that our homes and businesses, schools and hospitals need. They’re exposed to all the elements - storms, winds, hail and snow - so someone needs to make sure they can withstand whatever is thrown at them. Thankfully there’s a team of people who do this 24/7 – lineworkers. The UK’s transmission net…

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Falkirk Library Services with Lynne James and Jennifer Hosie 22:27

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The importance of library services comes under the spotlight in this podcast, where librarians Lynne James and Jennifer Hosie discuss the vital importance of Falkirk Libraries throughout the region's communities. Join them for an entertaining exploration of the many different roles played by libraries in the modern day.…

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AI and energy: the new power couple? 42:10

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There’s an ongoing struggle for balance between the usefulness of AI and its energy demands. Generative AI and large language models are highly energy-intensive, with ChatGPT consuming up to 10 times more electricity than a standard Google search, and the energy consumption of data centres projected to double by 2026. But at the same time, AI has t…

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“A Seriously Groovy Movie Christmas” by Thomas A. Christie 37:29

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In this festive special, author, podcaster and media personality Santa Joe Moore interviews his friend, Dr Tom Christie, who has just completed work on his four volume history of Christmas cinema in the twentieth century with the publication of "A Seriously Groovy Movie Christmas" - a guide to the themes and developments of holiday season movies du…

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Women Leading the Energy Transition 1:04:16

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In this special edition of The Clean Energy Revolution, we bring you highlights from a panel discussion, ‘Women Leading the Energy Transition’, hosted at New York University during Climate Week. The discussion is moderated by Sandy Grace, Vice President of US Policy and Regulatory Strategy for National Grid, who sits down to talk with women working…

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“Mundaneum” by Mel Croucher 40:02

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Mel Croucher, digital culture pioneer and legend of computing, unveils his new book "Mundaneum": an absorbing account of information management pioneer Paul Otlet, creator of a unique global data retrieval system, and propagandist Hans Hagemeyer who was responsible for the project's eventual eradication from history. Mel explains the astonishing tr…

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Geothermal energy is opening up a world of possibilities 29:23

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It’s an exciting time for geothermal energy. The US Department of Energy predicts geothermal power generation capacity to grow by 26 times by 2050, potentially providing almost 10% of the US’ total power needs. To talk about the policy and technology that’s needed to achieve this goal is Kevin Jones, enhanced geothermal program manager at the DOE. …

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Carnoustie Heritage Group with Robert Murray 32:22

1y ago32:22

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Robert Murray, Chairperson of Carnoustie Heritage Group, joins us for a discussion of the organisation's activities in promoting the history, culture and heritage of this beautiful seaside town in scenic Angus. Robbie explains how the group was founded, talks about its events to date, and gives a few clues about what to expect in the months ahead.…

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Innovating for a clean energy transition | Part 2: the technology that’s driving change 43:47

1y ago43:47

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The role of technology in the energy transition has been talked about for years. In a speech at the Leaders Summit on Climate in 2021, International Energy Agency Director Fatih Birol said: “IEA analysis shows that about half the reductions to get to net zero emissions in 2050 will need to come from technologies that are not yet ready for market. T…

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Lifelong Learning at Forth Valley College with Karyn King 22:03

1y ago22:03

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Karyn King, Operations Manager at Forth Valley College, discusses the importance and benefits of further education in lifelong learning for everyone. In a wide-ranging chat, she explains the many different disciplines that are available for study at Forth Valley College across its three campuses, and also talks about the exciting new courses that a…

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Mark Scandrette - IJ, Learning Labs and puttings things into practice 50:28

1y ago50:28

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In this episode of the Presence in Practice podcast, I speak with Mark Scandrette, an author and spiritual leader focused on applying Jesus' teachings in everyday life. We discuss his book "Practicing the Way of Jesus" and his work with Reimagine to promote community-based learning. Mark shares insights on authentic relationships within faith commu…

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Innovating for a clean energy transition | Part 1: why we must collaborate to innovate 49:08

1y ago49:08

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The transition to clean energy is the biggest challenge of our generation, and its unprecedented nature means that totally new ways of thinking and innovative solutions are required for it to be delivered successfully. This means the industry must continue to innovate, to drive this change at the speed and scale needed. Investment in new technology…

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The Robin Hood 500 Route Revisited with Neil Hallam 28:43

1y ago28:43

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Author Neil Hallam makes a welcome return to talk about his Robin Hood 500 Route. Since the release of his official guidebook, Neil has taken part in some remarkable adventures on the route as he works tirelessly to bring it to the attention to the public. Find out more about how the 500RH presents the best of history and folklore to visitors, as w…

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The connections challenge: how are we connecting more clean energy to the grid? 43:25

1y ago43:25

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Connecting more clean energy projects to the electricity grid is one of the most critical issues in driving the clean energy transition. Legacy ‘first come first served’ approaches, along with a rapid growth in the number of projects looking to connect, have led to stalled, or "zombie" projects waiting in the queue to be connected - so what’s being…

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“Conflicts of the Forth” by Murray Cook and Jim Roche 22:42

1+ y ago22:42

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Recorded live at the famous Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Regimental Museum at Stirling Castle, authors Dr Murray Cook and Jim Roche discuss their new book "Conflicts of the Forth" - a far-reaching account of warfare in Scotland's Forth Valley area throughout the course of six millennia. For more information, please visit our website at: https:…

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Scottish Pilgrim Routes Forum with Nick Cooke 23:42

1+ y ago23:42

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Nick Cooke, Secretary of the Scottish Pilgrim Routes Forum, discusses the role of this unique organisation in highlighting the importance and significance of pilgrim routes throughout Scotland. Join him as he explores the formation of SPRF, the organisation's mission, and what the future might hold. Nick also talks about the many ways that the publ…

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Solar power’s next frontier: innovations from earth to space 53:58

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In 1990, in an episode of The Simpsons, the family are sitting down for Thanksgiving dinner. Homer gives thanks to nuclear power: ‘the cleanest, safest energy source there is’. He then adds, ‘except for solar - which is just a pipe dream.’ Despite the irony in the statement, over 30 years later it’s safe to say solar is very much not just a pipe dr…

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“Making History” by Alan Baxter 21:11

1+ y ago21:11

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Author Alan Baxter drops in for a chat about his book "Making History: My Life as a Scottish Metal Detectorist", where he discusses the many artefacts of cultural and historical significance he has discovered across Central Scotland during a hugely successful metal detecting career. For more information, please visit our website at: https://www.ext…

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Powering the world with wind: just how close are we? 37:20

1+ y ago37:20

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The Global Wind Energy Council forecasts that, with sustained policy support and investment, global wind capacity could reach 2,000 GW by 2030. This would be a significant contribution to net zero goals, so what does this sustained policy support look like? Where does the investment need to go, and where are we seeing innovation in the sector? On T…

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Culture and Heritage in Stirling with Ken Thomson 25:56

1+ y ago25:56

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Ken Thomson, a Trustee with Stirling District Tourism and a respected transport historian, joins us for a chat about the history and cultural heritage of the city of Stirling. Ken discusses exactly why Stirling became a significant location in Scotland before moving on to the many different ways in which its culture and significance are being celeb…

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Harnessing an increased supply of renewable energy 38:26

1+ y ago38:26

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This year will see a significant milestone: renewable sources are poised to constitute over a third of global electricity generation, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). With the ambitious pledge set out at COP28 - to triple renewable capacity by 2030 - still high on the agenda of global energy policy, much focus is on the capabilit…

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The Art of Book Illustration with Mary Moore 24:44

1+ y ago24:44

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The North Pole Press's Mary Moore drops in for a chat about the importance of effective book illustration. A veteran illustrator of many titles, Mary takes part in a wide-ranging discussion about the many factors that make a book's design truly memorable, including the North Pole Press's award-winning and much-loved range of volumes for children. F…

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Three big predictions for energy in 2024 28:09

1+ y ago28:09

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It's going to be a significant year for clean energy. In 2024, countries are expected to update or submit new nationally determined contributions - their commitments to reduce emissions and adapt to the impacts of climate change. The International Energy Agency has highlighted the need for significant increases in renewable energy deployment to mee…

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The Clean Energy Revolution - Introducing Season 3 1:20

1+ y ago1:20

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Welcome to a new season of The Clean Energy Revolution. Dr Carolyn Kissane and Laura Young explore the people, policy and projects that are having the biggest impact on tackling climate change. How can infrastructure around the world be upgraded to keep up with energy demand? What needs to happen to triple global renewable energy generation? Where …

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#3 Immanuel Journaling (IJ) - Thought Rhyming 23:21

1+ y ago23:21

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0:00:10 Introduction to Interactive Gratitude and Manual Journaling 0:01:35 Embracing God's Loving Presence 0:01:50 Interactive Gratitude and Thought Rhyming Introduction 0:03:23 Living as God's Poetry and Rhyming His Thoughts 0:05:36 The Example of Exodus 3 and God's Heart Towards His People 0:07:47 God's Promise: Land of Milk and Honey 0:08:39 Th…

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“Insights to Kitchen Design” by James R.A. Herriot 26:05

1+ y ago26:05

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Author and award-winning business professional James R.A. Herriot takes part in a discussion about his exciting new book "Insights to Kitchen Design," in which he talks about more than forty years of involvement in the interior design industry along with exploring the successes, the challenges, and what is still to come for the future of this fast-…

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#2 Immanuel Journaling (IJ) - Interactive Gratitude (IG) 16:07

1+ y ago16:07

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Discover the power of interactive gratitude to strengthen our relationship with God and find comfort in challenging times. Join us as we explore its transformative benefits. Chapters 0:00:13 The Importance of Gratitude in Relationships 0:01:38 Strengthening Relationships Through Frequency and Quality of Interaction 0:03:58 The Brain's Negativity Bi…