Best Decolonize And Discover Podcasts (2025)

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Rhonda McKnight Gives Readers Faith, Forgiveness, and Hope 1:29:13

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Keywords Black women writers, maternal health, storytelling, resilience, healing, community, awards, writing journey, racism, faith Takeaways Black and Indigenous women face alarming maternal death rates. Rhonda McKnight has written 29 books, focusing on complex characters. Celebrating achievements is crucial for personal growth. Writing can serve …

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Opus 263 - MATA Festival (feat. Pauline Kim Harris) 1:01:01

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Music at the Anthology (MATA) was founded in 1996 and has become the world’s most sought-after performance opportunity for adventurous emerging music artists experimenting with composition, multimedia, and collaborative performance art. Loki chats with MATA's Executive Director, Pauline Kim Harris, about the festival, her life, and shifting status …

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Opus 262 - "Braided Together" (feat. Amanda DeBoer Bartlett) 58:14

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Amanda DeBoer Bartlett has reached beyond her training in opera to write and produce music from her own aesthetic experiences. Loki and Amanda chat about her upbringing in "classical", the notion of genre, and her new album, "Braided Together". Loki reflects on his time at the American Composers Orchestra as he begins his new journey with the Ameri…

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June 2025: Balancing Play and Productivity During the Summer Season 53:46

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What if summer didn’t have to be a tug-of-war between doing what lights you up and keeping your business moving forward? What if joy and productivity could actually fuel each other? In this episode, Nancy and I explore the tension and possibility that arrive with the start of summer. Our June theme is all about balancing play and productivity in wa…

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Discover Your Natural Energy Cycles with Kate Vanden Bos 49:33

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Are you caught in the loop of constant growth and rigid planning? What if you could organize your life and business in a way that honors your natural rhythms instead? In this episode, I sit down with Kate Vanden Bos, creator of the Growth Cycle—a revolutionary framework for personal evolution rooted in rhythm, not hustle. We explore how to align yo…

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"We're connected to the lives of every creature on the planet" EIREN CAFFALL - Highlights 15:07

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“The more that you have that evolving relationship with the natural world, that's dynamic and alive to the moment you're in, and that's not afraid of the feelings of fear, hopelessness, grief, or pain that attend paying close attention to the world as it is evolving around you, the better we are able to be flexible in the relationship we need to fo…

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All the Water in the World with Writer & Musician EIREN CAFFALL 1:00:18

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“We are in a complex and delicately balanced relationship of connection to everything else on the planet. We begin to recognize, write into, and speak into the complex interdependence and interconnection of every gesture that we make on the planet. Most storytelling that I really respond to, whether it's from my own culture or from previous civiliz…

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Delegation Made Simple: Hiring and Managing Your First Virtual Assistant with Sandra Booker 1:00:28

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You know you need help in your business. The long hours, the never-ending to-do list, the tasks that only you can do—except… that’s not really true, is it? You could delegate. You should delegate. But actually hiring someone? That’s another story. What if they don’t do it right? What if it’s a waste of money? What if managing them just adds more wo…

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Earth, the Healing Power of Music & Community with ROBERT & VICTORIA PATERSON 47:18

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“In an age of seeming isolationism, where some countries tend to isolate, this is such a great way to bring people together. When you're doing music and the arts, all those barriers just fall away. People are just collaborating and having fun. It’s such a bridge-building endeavor. I don't mean that to sound cheesy either, because I just think it is…

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Happy World Bee Day w/ The Best Bees Company Co-Founder NOAH WILSON-RICH - Highlights 12:15

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“I was originally drawn to bees because they're social creatures. And as humans, I always wanted to know about ourselves and how we can be our healthiest selves and our healthiest society. Bees and wasps, and all of these organisms have been around for so long. Bees especially have been around for 100 million years.” Noah Wilson-Rich, Ph.D. is co-f…

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Bees on the Brink: How Climate Change, Habitat Loss & Our Choices Shape the Future of Pollinators 1:03:04

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Happy World Bee Day! Let’s give thanks for these tiny hardworking pollinators who play a huge role in our ecosystem. They are vital to our food supply and biodiversity. Bees can sense electric fields and navigate using the sun, and have to visit millions of flowers to produce just a pound of honey. Remarkably intelligent, they have excellent memori…

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Quiet Power: How Emma-Louise Parkes is Redefining Success for Ambitious Introverts 48:48

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Do you ever feel like the business world just wasn’t built for you? If the strategies that everyone else swears by feel draining or downright impossible, this episode is your invitation to pause, realign, and find your own way. In this conversation, I’m joined by Emma-Louise Parkes, founder of The Ambitious Introvert and the brilliant mind behind w…

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Building Bridges, Breaking Cycles: Personal Stories of Healing, Social Justice & Activism 12:59

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How do our personal relationships affect political movements and activism? What can we learn from Native American tradition to restore ecological balance? How can transforming capitalism help address global inequality and the environmental crisis? DEAN SPADE (Author of Love in a F*cked-Up World: How to Build Relationships, Hook Up & Raise Hell Toge…

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The Perfect Mother... Or Something Like That with Desiree Moodie 1:19:23

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Summary In this enlightening conversation, Desiree Moodie shares her journey as a writer and mother, exploring the complexities of parenting, the impact of social media, and the importance of self-care. The discussion delves into Desiree's upcoming book, which tackles themes of motherhood and identity, as well as her personal experiences with heali…

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5 Business Boundaries to Help Avoid Burnout with Jelisha Gatling 51:21

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Are you running your business, or is your business running you? If you’re struggling with overwhelm and burnout, chances are your business boundaries need some attention. But wait, what are business boundaries? Are they different from regular life boundaries? Do you even have regular life boundaries?! Believe it or not, most business owners are rea…

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What would it be like to live 100 milion years? Life in the Deep Subsurface Biosphere - Highlights 9:23

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“I want to draw the similarities with alien life, and we have these questions. They're the same questions that we would be asking if we could get a sample from Europa or if we could get a sample from Mars. I think the parallels are partly in how we study them. They're teaching us how to look for strange life, but then they're also teaching us about…

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INTRATERRESTRIALS: Discovering the Strangest Life on Earth with KAREN G. LLOYD 41:55

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“It's really changed my view of what life is. So many of the things that we attribute to the trappings of life look like requirements, like oxygen and sunlight. All the things that humans would absolutely die without — they’re not really necessary for life. Studying these things sort of breaks down what is necessary; what are the things that life h…

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Opus 261 - From Music to Medicine (feat. Yuliana Lagunas) 54:55

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Yuliana Lagunas is a rising star in the world of music as the concert mistress of the Inner-City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles (ICYOLA), and hopes to use the leadership skills she's cultivated to become a leading pediatrician! She joins Loki to talk about her journey, so far, why ICYOLA has been important for her overall development, and what this…

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May 2025 — Removing Obstacles & Finding Flow 48:14

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Do you ever feel like you know what you want to create, but still find yourself spinning your wheels, second-guessing your next step, or bumping up against old resistance? What if that resistance isn’t something to power through, but a gentle nudge to pause and reflect? In this episode, Nancy and I are inviting you behind the scenes of our personal…

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The Curating of a Poetic Life with Rian N. Jenkins 1:21:21

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summary In this engaging conversation, Ryan Jenkins shares her unique journey as a writer, poet, and educator. From the story behind her name to her experiences in the classroom, Ryan discusses the challenges and triumphs of navigating the literary world as a black woman. She emphasizes the importance of self-affirmation, the weight educators carry…

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Transforming Limiting Beliefs with Erica Rooney 49:54

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What if healing your mindset started with a little more compassion and a lot less pressure? In this episode, I’m joined by Erica Rooney, executive coach, keynote speaker, and author of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, for a powerful conversation about the hidden beliefs and behaviors that keep us stuck in fear, perfectionism, and self-doubt. While…

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Opus 260 - "Seasons of Change" (feat. Curtis Stewart) 1:03:43

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Curtis Stewart returns to TRILLOQUY to chat about his life since becoming Artistic Director of the American Composers Orchestra, his engagements with the Gateways Music Festival, and his newest work, "Seasons of Change". Loki speaks to what he thinks people should think about as it relates to current TV shows and movies that deal with group resista…

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OUR PLANET, OUR FUTURE - Environmentalists, Artists, Scientists & Earth Defenders Share their Storie 18:34

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We are privileged to present the voices of individuals dedicated to effecting change and mitigating the harm inflicted upon our precious planet. These are individuals deeply committed to the core values that drive positive transformation. Thank you for tuning in to our episodes and for your ongoing dedication to stewarding our planet, not just on E…

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Playful Planning: Turning Goals into Joyful Rituals with Danielle McGeough 54:08

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Have you ever hit a big milestone and thought, “Why do I still feel so empty?” In this episode of Deeply Rested, I’m joined by Danielle McGeough, PhD—award-winning professor, self-leadership coach, and creator of the Rise Ritual Method—for a heartfelt conversation about what happens when you follow the “right” path… and still feel totally disappoin…

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Opus 259 - "Reflections of Resilience" (feat. Damien Sneed) 1:12:57

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World-renowned musician, educator, performer, and composer, Damien Sneed, chats with Loki about his life, the power of existence, and the upcoming premiere of his new work, "Reflections of Resilience" by the Gateways Festival Orchestra. Loki speaks to dealing with feelings of "being left out" as Black communities grow within the field of classical …

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Writing to Heal: A Candid Conversation with Jenny Aabamu 1:28:09

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Summary In this episode of the Black Writer Therapy podcast, host Ella Shawn engages in a deep conversation with debut author Jenny Abamu. They explore themes of healing through writing, the cathartic nature of fiction, and the complexities of identity and career transitions. Jenny shares her journey from journalism to speculative fiction, the impo…

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Love, Joy, and Liberation: A Shame-Free Approach to Decolonization with Silvana Espinoza Lau 57:38

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You’ve heard terms like decolonization and anti-oppression, but how do they apply to your business? Can you honestly say you’ve done the work to ensure your business is doing no harm? If you’re unsure where to start—or feel worried about getting it “wrong”—you’re not alone. Decolonization work isn’t about shame or perfection. It’s about love, liber…

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On Postactivism, Justice & Decolonization with BAYO AKOMOLAFE - Highlights 10:13

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“So, post-activism is not ‘post-activism’ in the sense of being after activism. It is not supposed to be a through line to results or resolutions or solutions.” Dr. Bayo Akomolafe is a philosopher, psychologist, writer, public intellectual, and the founder of the Emergence Network. His work, which he names post-activism, marks an earth-wide effort …

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The Future of Activism: When Solutions Become Problems w/ BAYO AKOMOLAFE 41:29

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“I learn more than anything else from my children. My son, he's seven, he's autistic, and I call him my prophet for a reason. He teaches me to meet myself in ways that are usually very stunning. I can get information from other people; I can read a book here and there, but it's very rare to come across such an embodiment of grace, possibility, and …

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Crystalizing Visions & Clarifying Plans: Behind-The-Scenes April 2025 55:41

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Have you ever felt the urge to slow down, tune in to the natural rhythms around you, and create something that truly reflects your authentic self? What if the beauty is in the messy middle of that creation? In this episode, Nancy and I invite you into our process of launching something new: a monthly behind-the-scenes series within the Deeply Reste…

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How to Survive a Digital Assassination with Danielle Spencer, Federal Whistle Blower 1:02:56

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How to Survive a Digital Assassination with Danielle Spencer, Federal Whistle Blower In this episode of Black Writer Therapy, host Ella Shawn welcomes Danielle Spencer, a courageous whistleblower who took on a major corporation. With over twenty years of experience in IT, cybersecurity, and project management, Danielle shares her journey from a STE…

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When Business Becomes a Lifeline: Marisa Corcoran on Cancer, Grief, and Growth 54:26

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What happens when life throws more at you than you feel ready for—but your business still needs you to show up? That’s exactly what Marisa Corcoran, founder of The Copy Confidence Society, had to figure out when she was diagnosed with breast cancer and faced the painful loss of a long-time friendship—all while running her business. In this Deeply R…

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Opus 258 - "Sedition Ensemble" (feat. Jessie Montgomery) 1:11:21

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Loki chats with Grammy-winning composer Jessie Montgomery about her trajectory as an artist, the role her parents and broader New York community played in her development, maintaining a sense of authenticity through notoriety, and lots more. Loki responds to recent lay offs at the Kennedy Center. Support for TRILLOQUY comes from Boulanger Initiativ…

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Why is there so much conflict over people, land and resources? AUDREA LIM - Highlights 11:37

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“When I first started writing this book, it really foregrounded the problems within our land ownership system, which treats land as a commodity. The way we talk about land and issues like racial and food justice reflects this. We tend to focus on the problems, attaching big concepts to them, such as racial justice or environmental justice. I realiz…

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Free the Land: How We Can Fight Poverty & Climate Chaos with AUDREA LIM 50:10

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Why is there so much conflict over people, land, and resources? How can we rethink capitalism and land ownership to create a fairer, more equitable society? Audrea Lim is a Brooklyn-based freelance writer and journalist whose work focuses on land, energy, and the environment. Her writing has appeared in TheNew Yorker, Harper’s, Rolling Stone, the N…

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Opus 257 - Remembering Fernande Decruck (feat. Dr. Matthew Aubin) 1:12:35

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Dr. Matthew Aubin has dedicated his research to raising awareness around the music of a French woman named Fernande Decruck, whose legacy has fallen into relative obscurity. He chats with Loki about his professional trajectory, his introduction to the music of Decruck, the new album featuring music of Decruck, and how he contextualizes his work wit…

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How can we meet the Climate Accords thru Environmental Credit Solutions? with BILL FLEDERBACH 50:49

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How can we meet the Paris Climate Accords through Environmental Credit Solutions? Bill Flederbach is the President & CEO of ClimeCo and is a respected leader in the global environmental commodities market. Following his favorite motto, “To make a difference each day and always do the next right thing,” Bill has created scalable Greenhouse Gas reduc…

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Unblock Your Voice and Recover From Creative Burnout with Zafira Rajan 48:54

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Are you feeling creatively burned out? You used to feel alive with new ideas, but stress and exhaustion have drained your creative energy, leaving you uninspired and convinced you have nothing left to contribute. 😢 As entrepreneurs, creativity is at the core of what we do—but when we’re so focused on serving others, we often neglect our own creativ…

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I Don't Need Permission to Live My Life w/Shanique Yates 1:00:05

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Summary In this episode of the Black Rider Therapy podcast, host Ella Shawn engages in a heartfelt conversation with journalist Shanique Yates about her healing journey, the influence of her teachers and family, and the importance of emotional intelligence in creativity. They discuss the power of vulnerability, the significance of sisterhood, and h…

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Why Your Health is Your Most Valuable Business Asset with Michelle Leotta 42:10

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Do you ever feel like your business demands everything you have—at the expense of your health? I know I’ve felt that way, and in this episode, I sit down with health coach Michelle Leotta to talk about what it really takes to find balance when your work feels all-consuming. Michelle shares her journey from burnout to sustainability, opening up abou…

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The End of an Era, The Start of Another: The Final Episode of Living Unbound 27:52

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Whew, what a journey it’s been! In this bittersweet final episode of Living Unbound, I’m reflecting on the wild ride of the past year—the lessons, the shifts, and the unexpected magic of change. I’m diving into why I’m stepping away from one-on-one sessions and shifting into a more community-driven space through my newsletter and my brand-new podca…

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Opus 256 - "The Voice of Whitney" (feat. Sean Mayes) 1:03:15

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Loki chats with Maestro Sean Mayes to unpack Black identity north of the "American" border, his work with the Pops of Color Orchestra, the power of Whitney Houston's music in a symphonic setting, and more! Loki also speaks on the idea of relevance in classical music. Sean Mayes The Voice of Whitney at Town Hall Pops of Color Orchestra "It's Not Rig…

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How to Build a Team as an Introverted Boss with Maureen Werrbach 59:14

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Does the thought of hiring employees give you the heebie-jeebies? 😨 What if you have to give them negative feedback? 😰 What if there’s CONFLICT? 😭 And worst of all, what if they NEVER LEAVE YOU ALONE?! Most introverts never add revenue-generating employees to their businesses because they’re afraid they don’t have the chops to handle it. Group Prac…

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Opus 255 - "SEVENTEEN" (feat. Portia Kamons and Ron Ramin) 1:00:19

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Loki chats with librettist/producer Portia Kamons and composer Ron Ramin about their joint venture with the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, designed to meaningfully engage Generation Z. Loki shares the reasoning behind his return to "traditional" orchestral engagements. Ron Ramin Portia Kamons More on SEVENTEEN "SEVENTEEN" Promo Hungarian March fro…

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Afrocentric Style: How Black Identity Influences Pop Culture w/Shirley Neal 47:14

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Summary In this episode of Black Writer Therapy, host Ella Shawn welcomes Shirley Neal, an award-winning author and journalist, to discuss her journey as a storyteller and the healing power of writing. They explore the significance of pop culture in shaping Black identity, the importance of archival work in celebrating Black culture, and the connec…

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"Carbon is really a flow that animates everything we love, everything that's alive on this planet." - PAUL HAWKEN - Highlights 14:52

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“We've lost over 70 percent, 73 percent, I think the latest data indicates, of wildlife and mammals in the last 50 years. That’s just shocking when you get that data, but then you ask, what can I do? What can I do? I wanted to move away from any guilt or compulsion because it doesn't work to talk to people that way. After 50 years of climate being …

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CARBON: The Book of Life with PAUL HAWKEN 57:10

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“We have 1.2 trillion carbon molecules in every cell. We have around 30 trillion cells, and that’s us. So carbon is really a flow that animates everything we love, enjoy, eat, and all plant life, all sea life—everything that's alive on this planet—is animated by the flow of carbon. “ Paul Hawken is a renowned environmentalist, entrepreneur, author,…

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94. Plutonium: Weapons-Grade

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Element 94 causes a bit of a crisis for our collections.By T. R. Appleton

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Sensory Self-Care: Using Scent to Calm Your Mind with Helida Dodd 54:37

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How can scent support your self-care and enhance your business? Have you ever caught a whiff of a familiar scent and been instantly transported to a long-forgotten memory? That’s the magic of fragrance—and it can be a powerful tool for self-care, grounding, and even entrepreneurship. In this episode of the Deeply Rested podcast, I sit down with per…