Best Lennon/mccartney Podcasts (2025)

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#97- Author, radio star Laurie Kaye on talking to Lennon, McCartney, Harrison, more (with clips)! 41:17

10d ago41:17

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In her years of radio work, Laurie Kaye has talked to such rock luminaries as Paul McCartney (with wife Linda), George Harrison, Beatles producer George Martin, Little Richard, Mick Jagger, Bob Weir, The Ramones, Talking Heads and more. But it was her interview with John Lennon and Yoko Ono on Dec. 8, 1980, the night he was murdered, that is the fo…

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John Lennon and Paul McCartney on the Tonight Show, May 14, 1968 8:07

12d ago8:07

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Tallulah Bankhead was drunk off her ass. The whole thing was traumatic.By Knox Bronson ~ Riding The Wild Bubble

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Failure as Fertilizer: Learning to Bloom Again with Debbie Millman 59:56

1d ago59:56

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In this episode, Debbie Millman explores how we can use failure as fertilizer and learn to bloom again. Debbie's book and this conversation is about more than just gardening tips or tools, it's about what happens when we let ourselves be bad at something, especially later in life. Debbie opens up about learning to grow and why failure might be the …

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Things We Said Today #435 – “Miss O’Dell” - A Talk with Chris O’Dell 1:54:04

1d ago1:54:04

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In Episode 435 of Things We Said Today Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn and Darren DeVivo speak with Chris O’Dell, who worked at Apple (and then for George Harrison, the Rolling Stones, and a long list of musicians that includes Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, Earth Wind and Fire and Linda Ronstadt, among many others), had songs written about her by both George…

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A Eulogy For Pixels At An Exhibition 15:11

1d ago15:11

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The day has come. Fifteen and a half years, over 200,000 images came into Pixels from around the world. We published 34,000 of them. We had a moment in the sun. It was like the Haight-Ashbury the year BEFORE the Summer of Love. The terrible iPhone camera, the buggy apps. But what a community! All the experimentation; we were making up as we went al…

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2025.21 The Gab Four - Alternate albums from the Get Back Sessions! Part Two 1:01:46

2d ago1:01:46

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More from the Gab Four. Jon, Lonnie, Martin and I continue our thoughts on Beatles 1969 - Abbey Road and ??? What else might the sessions of January 1969 become? Each of us assembled significantly different album(s) from the multitudes of songs rehearsed, jammed or half-remembered by the Beatles (and captured for us on the nagras). Tune in and see …

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Episode 250: Review of Wings, "Back to the Egg" 1:16:02

5d ago1:16:02

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Thank you for helping us reach 250 episodes! To celebrate, we're finally diving into one of our most requested albums: Back to the Egg by Paul McCartney and Wings, released in 1979. Long overlooked and still awaiting a super deluxe reissue—alongside London Town—this record has become a fan favorite in recent years. But is it a hidden gem or rightfu…

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From Benches to Breakthroughs: A New Approach to Mental Health with Dixon Chibanda 54:53

5d ago54:53

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In this episode, Dr. Dixon Chibanda explores from benches to breakthroughs: a new approach to mental health. He explains why storytelling, radical empathy, and solving daily-life problems often outperform medication-first approaches; how three simple steps—opening the mind, uplifting, strengthening—turn elders into community healers; and why hope, …

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Episode 148: All the News! 1:23:02

6d ago1:23:02

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We're back after an unexpected hiatus! A great deal has happened since we've been away, so we're discussing the latest news about books, documentaries, concert tours, the "My Valentine" McCartney/Streisand duet, and much more. What release are you looking forward to? talkmoretalk.com [email protected] @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.co…

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Theodore Schwartz on Neurosurgery, Consciousness, and Brain-Computer Interfaces 57:34

6d ago57:34

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Get tickets to the CWT live show at 92NY with David Brooks! Theodore Schwartz stands at the pinnacle of neurosurgical expertise. With over 500 published articles, 200 pieces of commentary, and 5 patents to his name—effectively producing a scholarly work every two weeks for three decades—Schwartz spent most of his career at Weill Cornell Medicine, w…

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David Bazan AKA Pedro The Lion's Personal Beatles 1:37:05

8d ago1:37:05

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Indie rock legend of the game, David Bazan, AKA Pedro The Lion joins Jack and Robin from Seattle Washington to talk about his formative experiences of The Beatles and his latest record in his suite of autobiographical LPs, Santa Cruz. Plus we debut our groundbreaking new feature 'Pick a Song' in which we take a deep five into Ram's denouement, Back…

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Beyond Anxiety: How Curiosity Turns Fear Into Fuel with Martha Beck 58:00

8d ago58:00

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In this episode, Martha Beck explores how to move beyond anxiety and how curiosity turns fear into fuel. Martha dives into why anxiety can’t simply be silenced. It has to be replaced with things like creativity, curiosity, and a deep kindness towards ourselves. Key Takeaways: Discussion of anxiety versus fear and their psychological implications. E…

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2025.20 The Gab Four - Alternate albums from the Get Back Sessions! Part One 1:05:17

10d ago1:05:17

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Gab Four together again. Jon Stone, Lonnie Pena, Martin Quibell and myself sit down to consider alternate albums that might've come out of the January 1969 sessions. Beware, the ripples through time extend well beyond a single record. What happens to the film? Abbey Road? Do all roads lead to "For You Blue?" George Martin, Glyn Johns and others gue…

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Robbie Basho's Esoteric Chart of Guitar Chord Colors 8:01

11d ago8:01

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Robbie Basho was a local artist, well-known around the Berkeley era in the Sixties and Seventies ... a cosmic acoustic guitarist.By Knox Bronson ~ Riding The Wild Bubble

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Move Your Body, Free Your Mind: The Science of Movement and Mental Health with Caroline Williams 1:07:20

12d ago1:07:20

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In this episode, Caroline Williams shares how moving your body can free your mind as she dives into the surprising science of movement and mental health. Caroline spent years studying the brain until she realized she was ignoring half the equation. She explains how movement of all kinds, walking, stretching, dancing, and even laughter can reshape o…

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Things We Said Today #434 – John Lennon “Borrowed Time” - A Talk with Alan G. Parker [FIXED] 1:29:28

12d ago1:29:28

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In Episode 434 of Things We Said Today Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn and Darren DeVivo speak with Alan G. Parker, the prolific British director and writer, about “Borrowed Time,” his new documentary about John Lennon’s last decade. No news segment this time – just right into the chat. As always, we welcome your thoughts about this episode of the show …

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Reintroduction: Jack & Robin's Hiatus Highlights 40:18

14d ago40:18

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After a few years away, Jack and Robin are back Beatling on and writing about themselves in the third person. In this episode, we run through a few of our highlights from the Beatles universe that have taken place while we've been away. And there are a lot! Paul's live tour. Now and Then, our favourite new Beatles books, and more. We also discuss a…

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Navigating the Messy Parts of Life: Embracing Imperfection and Growth with Josh Radnor 50:14

15d ago50:14

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In this episode, Josh Radnor discusses the messy parts of life and embracing imperfection and growth. Josh Radnor explains how, even outward success, fame, acclaim, creative fulfillment isn’t enough to quiet the deeper battles within. He shares how real freedom comes not from achieving perfection, but from making peace with the messy, unfinished pa…

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2025.19 George Harrison, David Bromberg, Jesse Ed Davis, Don Nix, Bobby Keys and Nicky Hopkins 1:14:46

16d ago1:14:46

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George Harrison played with many associates of both Dylan and the Stones. Bobby Keys was one of the most renowned sax men of rock and roll, Nicky Hopkins contributed to the buzz of "Revolution", and Jesse "Ed" Davis had his fingerprints all over early seventies solo Beatles. This week, we consider some recordings, most made at Apple Studios, most f…

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Beatles ’90 pt7 1:10:52

18d ago1:10:52

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It's the finale of 1990 and Paul McCartney is drawing a historic year in his solo career to a close with a new single. Taken from his new Tripping the Live Fantastic package capturing the best performances from his whirlwind 89-90 World Tour, the single All My Trials captures Macca and the band at their most soulful. A fitting, poignant end to a ye…

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Episode 249: Songs Under the Microscope, Vol. 34: The "Yokos!" - "Oh Yoko" and "Dear Yoko" by John Lennon 46:19

19d ago46:19

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In this episode, we go back into the lab to talk about two "Yoko" songs by John Lennon: "Oh Yoko" from 1971's Imagine and "Dear Yoko" from 1980's Double Fantasy. As usual, we discuss the lyrics, the context, the music, and cover versions. Which song do we like better? Which one works better in context on their respective albums? Are there any inter…

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Why Community and Courage Matter More Than Ever with Laura McKowen 58:14

19d ago58:14

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In this episode, Laura McKowen explores why community and courage matter more than ever in making change in your life. She dives into the “messy midle” – theu ncertain space between giving up what umbs us and becoming someone new. She shares the story of the Luckiest Club, a global sobriety community. Key Takeaways: Understanding that real transfor…

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Jack Clark on AI's Uneven Impact 1:02:40

20d ago1:02:40

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Few understand both the promise and limitations of artificial general intelligence better than Jack Clark, co-founder of Anthropic. With a background in journalism and the humanities that sets him apart in Silicon Valley, Clark offers a refreshingly sober assessment of AI's economic impact—predicting growth of 3-5% rather than the 20-30% touted by …

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The Secret History of Frisco Podcast has Launched 4:36

22d ago4:36

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By Knox Bronson ~ Riding The Wild Bubble

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Anxiety, Beauty, and the Unknown: A Map to Emotional Resilience with David Whyte 57:53

22d ago57:53

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In this episode, David Whyte explores anxiety, beauty, and the unknown as a true map to emotional resilience. David shares how anxiety can be a doorway to deeper understanding and connection. He and Eric discuss the paradox of holding both joy and struggle, the surprising wisdom hidden in everyday emotions, and how poetry and language can bring us …

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2025.18 McCartney Politics Part II (1972-present) 1:11:12

23d ago1:11:12

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More of Paul McCartney and his political notions. Animal Rights, Gun Violence, "No More Landmines", and the environment have been a big part of the "McCartney brand" for the last 30-35 years. We continue from last week, as we touch on nearly a full album of political thought from "the cute Beatle", and how Paul's brand of radicalism was both simila…

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#96 - A revealing portrait of Yoko Ono from author Madeline Bocaro and Yoko herself! 1:02:57

26d ago1:02:57

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An in-depth look at Yoko Ono the person with insights from author Madeline Bocaro ("In Your Mind: The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono") plus a revealing interview with Yoko Ono herself done in October, 1987, in which she talks candidly about meeting John Lennon, the Beatles' breakup (and chances of a reunion), making the "Double Fantasy" album and th…

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Unlock Your Inner Anthem: A Tribute to Mike Peters 38:08

26d ago38:08

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This is a special episode from our archives with one of my favorite musicians, Mike Peters. Mike recently passed away, and this episode is more than a conversation; it’s a tribute to a beautiful soul. In our chat, we explored the idea of our lives being anthems; how defiance, hope, and inner strength were a soundtrack for his formative years, and l…

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Kenneth Rogoff on Monetary Moves, Fiscal Gambits, and Classical Chess 1:00:34

28d ago1:00:34

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Harvard economist Kenneth Rogoff approaches global finance with the same strategic foresight that made him a chess grandmaster. Author of the new book Our Dollar, Your Problem, Rogoff doesn't sugarcoat America's future: he foresees a significant inflation shock within a decade, far more severe than the post-COVID bout. When this second wave hits, h…

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Fluke or Fate? Embracing Uncertainty to Live a Fuller Life with Brian Klaas 56:54

29d ago56:54

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In this episode, Brian Klaas explains the concept of whether things are a fluke or fate, and explores how embracing uncertainty can lead to a living a fuller life. Brian makes the case that randomness and chaos might be exactly what makes our lives matter so much, and how we tend to worship at the “Altar of Progress in the Church of Control.” We ma…

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2025.17 McCartney Politics Part I (1964-1972) 1:04:34

1M ago1:04:34

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Following on from "One to One", Martin and I spend this week and next discussing the politics of Paul (and Linda) McCartney. This week, the Beatle years. How Paul brought John into the peace movement (and possibly why he deserves that credit on "Give Peace a Chance"), McCartney and Bertrand Russell, Blackbird, Commonwealth and on through the early …

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Episode 15 - Paul McCartney Goes Solo (At The Speed Of Sound - Back To The Egg) 3:23:48

1M ago3:23:48

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Mark and Marnix are back! They continue their journey through Paul McCartney’s solo career, covering ‘At The Speed Of Sound’, ‘London Town’ and ‘Back To The Egg’. As well as the b-sides, singles and unreleased tracks in between! Silly Love Songs account Barbara Charone: https://www.beatlesbible.com/people/paul-mccartney/songs/silly-love-songs/…

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The Bittersweet Truth About Beauty, Sorrow, and What Makes Life Worth Living with Susan Cain 51:56

1M ago51:56

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In this episode, Susan Cain explores the bittersweet truth about beauty, sorrow, and what makes life worth living. She emphasizes the transformative power of music and bittersweet emotions and also discusses how acknowledging grief can lead to deeper connections and creativity. This episode encourages listeners to embrace their emotions and seek be…

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Chris Dixon on Blockchains, AI, and the Future of the Internet 1:02:51

1M ago1:02:51

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Chris Dixon believes we're at a pivotal inflection point in the internet's evolution. As a general partner at Andreessen Horowitz and author of Read Write Own, Chris believes the current internet, dominated by large platforms like YouTube and Spotify, has strayed far from its decentralized roots. He argues that the next era—powered by blockchain te…

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Flaws as Fuel: Harness Doubt, Cynicism & Ambition for Real Growth with Claire Hoffman 51:23

1M ago51:23

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In this episode, Claire Hoffman explores the idea behind how our flaws, doubt, cynicism, and even ambition aren’t signs of failure, but can be used as fuel. She tells the story of Aimee Semple McPherson, a woman who built a religious empire and faked her own kidnapping. But this episode isn’t about scandal. It’s about the tension that we all carry …

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Beatles ’90 pt6 1:21:00

1M ago1:21:00

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The Traveling Wilburys are coming! The Traveling Wilburys are coming! Well, actually they're HERE as of October 29th, 1990 and the release of The Traveling Wilburys vol3 -- the highly anticipated follow-up to the super-group's hit debut record. Despite the shift in decade and the fallen Roy Orbison, the project begun by George Harrison had another …

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Episode 248: Beatles "Friends" -- Allen Klein 1:01:21

1M ago1:01:21

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Apart from Yoko Ono, probably no other figure in the Beatles story is as divisive and hated as much as Allen Klein. Klein was brought into clean up the business disaster that was Apple, and to get a better contract and more money for the Beatles. After his work with Sam Cooke, The Rolling Stones, and others, the Beatles gave Klein a chance to impro…

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2025.16 John Lennon One to One in IMAX 1:19:18

1M ago1:19:18

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Lonnie Pena and I (separately) saw "One to One: John & Yoko" in IMAX from Magnolia Pictures during it's recent run (it is still available in selected theaters, and pay streaming in May). Our first thought? They really should have emphasized that "Year in the Life" subtitle a bit more. Other than that? Tune in and find out!…

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The Secret History of FRISCO Podcast Update 5:42

1M ago5:42

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The podcast launches officially in just nine days! I hope you will join us.By Knox Bronson ~ Riding The Wild Bubble

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95 - Songs, Pictures, Stories and Secrets Of The Fabulous Beatles on Vee-Jay Records With Bruce Spizer and Michele Wood Marotta 1:04:04

1M ago1:04:04

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On this episode, we feature a very (very!) entertaining and lively discussion about the history of The Beatles on Vee-Jay Records with Beatles historian and author Bruce Spizer ("The Beatles On Vee-Jay Records") and Michele Marotta, daughter of Randy Wood, who was head of Vee-Jay Records at the time The Beatles were on the label. In the main part o…

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The Midlife Makeover: Redefining Success and Happiness After 40 with Chip Conley 45:44

1M ago45:44

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In this episode, Chip Conley defines a midlife makeover and how to redefine success and happiness after 40. He shares how the most difficult stretches of his life ended up being the start of something completely new. Chip also explains the pull of the ego, the search for identity and how letting go of traditional success can open the door for somet…

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Ian Leslie on McCartney, Lennon, and the Greatest Creative Partnership of All Time 59:22

1M ago59:22

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It’s Beatles day! In this deep dive into one of music's most legendary partnerships, Ian Leslie and Tyler unpack the complex relationship between John Lennon and Paul McCartney. Leslie, whose book John & Paul: A Love Story in Songs examines this creative pairing, reveals how their contrasting personalities—John's intuitive, sometimes chaotic approa…

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How to Nurture Creativity in a Noisy World with Maggie Smith 1:03:43

1M ago1:03:43

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In this episode, Maggie Smith explores how to nurture creativity in a noisy world. A lot of people think creativity is something you do with a paintbrush or a poem but Maggie challenges us to think differently about creativity. It isn’t about what you make, but how you live. She dives into what it really means to be creative, even when you’re overw…

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2025.15 Olivia Arias, Los Angeles, the Knack, Harry and Holsteins! 1:14:58

1M ago1:14:58

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More from Lonnie's Scrapbook as we shoot back to the late nineteen seventies and consider the Knack (the band, not the noun or the film), George Harrison's wedding to Olivia, the 1979 fire at Ringo's residence, the aftermath of Paul McCartney / January 1981, and the farms of John and Yoko - including their Holstein cattle (Mango the cow!).…

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Lights In: An Open Invitation to Meditate on the Value of Human Experience (and Soothe Your Nervous System Big Time While You're At It) 54:29

2M ago54:29

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Lights In: An Open Invitation to Meditate on the Value of Human Experience (and Soothe Your Nervous System Big Time While You're At It) I’d like to invite you into a space I’ve been creating for my own wellness—Lights In, a free guided meditation series that blends sound and reflection to explore the nature of existence and the value of life itself…

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From Loneliness to Belonging: Small Steps That Change Everything with Jillian Richardson 52:38

2M ago52:38

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In this episode, Jillian Richardson discusses the journey from loneliness to belonging and shares the small steps that can change everything. She delves into why friendship takes more effort than we expect and how we can actually get better at it. Jillian also explores what gets in the way of connection, why it’s not just about putting yourself out…

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Things We Said Today #433 – “One to One: John & Yoko” - A Talk with Sam Rice-Edwards 1:02:34

2M ago1:02:34

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In Episode 433 of Things We Said Today Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn and Darren DeVivo discuss the powerful new documentary, “One to One: John & Yoko,” with co-director and editor Sam Rice-Edwards. The interview begins after the news segment, at 11’05”. As always, we welcome your thoughts about this episode of the show or any other episode. We invite …

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Jennifer Pahlka on Reforming Government 54:08

2M ago54:08

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Jennifer Pahlka believes America's bureaucratic dysfunction is deeply rooted in outdated processes and misaligned incentives. As the founder of Code for America and co-founder of the United States Digital Service, she has witnessed firsthand how government struggles to adapt to the digital age, often trapped in rigid procedures and disconnected fro…

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Episode 147: Best and Worst Career Moves of the Solo Years 1:00:58

2M ago1:00:58

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Recorded live at the recent Fest for Beatles Fans in New Jersey, the Talk More Talk panel examined the best and worst career moves from the solo years. What are your picks? talkmoretalk.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkMoreTalkASoloBeatlesVideocast…

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What If You’re Wrong? How Uncertainty Makes Us More Human with William Egginton 58:43

2M ago58:43

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In this episode, William Egginton invites you to ask the question, “What if you’re wrong?” as he explains how being uncertain makes us more human. William explores the surprising overlap between a physicist, a philosopher, and a poet—each of whom came to the same unsettling truth: that we mistake our model of reality for reality itself. But this is…

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