Best Peter Bowden Podcasts (2025)

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STAGES Episode 571: JAMES SMILLIE 1:41:04

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James Smillie has captivated audiences over several decades. Commencing his career at the age of 10, as an in-demand boy soprano singing with symphony orchestras and on radio, he continues to charm with his velvet voice on countless commercials, documentary narrations, and audiobooks. Smillie was born in Glasgow, Scotland. His parents emigrated to …

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Major Barbara: Peter Hinton-Davis & Gillian Gallow in Conversation 44:44

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How do you bring a 1905 play into the present without losing its punch? In this episode, director Peter Hinton-Davis and designer Gillian Gallow share their creative process behind Major Barbara at the Shaw Festival, from deep research and instinctive design to the urgent questions that make Shaw’s satire feel startlingly relevant in 2025. Together…

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Dear Liar: Marla McLean & Graeme Somerville in Conversation 40:39

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Real-life partners Marla McLean and Graeme Somerville talk about co-creating and co-starring in Dear Liar, a play based on the 40-year correspondence between George Bernard Shaw and Mrs. Patrick Campbell. They reflect on building a show together, discovering the complexities of this real-life relationship, and how letters can come alive on stage. F…

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STAGES Episode 570: TONYS ’25 with SIMON PARRIS, IAN PHIPPS & PETER EYERS 1:01:38

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It’s TONY time once again and an opportunity to look at the ceremony and shows up for awards in our annual Tony episode. STAGES is joined by publicist Ian Phipps and reviewer Simon Parris, to dissect the nominations and offer some predictions for the awards which will be presented on June 8th in New York City at radio City Musica Hall, hosted by Cy…

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Tons of Money: Mike Nadajewski & Julia Course in Conversation 41:56

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What happens when a beloved British farce collides with a pair of seasoned performers who love to push each other to the edge of laughter? In this episode, actors Mike Nadajewski and Julia Course talk about bringing Tons of Money to life, corpsing on stage, and the art of comedic timing. They share stories from their early days at Shaw, how trust b…

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STAGES Episode 569: AINSLEY MELHAM 49:26

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Ainsley Melham began his Music Theatre Career in 2016, skating into the Hayes Theatre as Sonny Malone in Mathew Managements' Xanadu. Soon after he traded skates for a magic carpet and opened Disney's Hit Broadway Musical ALADDIN, in the title role. He toured Australia with the production playing Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth. In February 20…

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STAGES Episode 567: CHARLES KIRSCH 31:49

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Charles Kirsch is the producer and host of the Broadway focused podcast, Broadway Babble. The show has seen Charles conduct in-depth interviews with some of Broadway’s best, including Lin-Manuel Miranda, Carol Burnett, Harvey Fierstein, Chita Rivera, and Kelli O’Hara. Broadway Babble is now entering its sixth year, and most impressive is that the s…

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STAGES Episode 568: LEIGH ARCHER 33:54

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With a career spanning four decades, Leigh’s credits are as diverse as they are extensive. An accomplished singer, dancer and actress, her stage roles include Marty in Grease – The Arena Spectacular, Demeter in Cats (Australia and Asia) and Consuelo in West Side Story. She also appeared in the Australian tour of The Wizard of Oz as an ensemble memb…

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The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe: Selma Dimitrijevic & Judith Bowden in Conversation 38:11

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Step through the wardrobe with director Selma Dimitrijevic and designer Judith Bowden as they reflect on their collaboration for The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. They discuss first meetings and fast trust to the everyday bravery it takes to build Narnia from scratch. They talk about what it means to arrive in a rehearsal room without a roadmap…

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STAGES Episode 566: STEPHEN ANDERSON 49:45

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Stephen Anderson is an actor who has navigated a thrilling career in musical theatre. Presently he can be seen in Titanique as Ruth Dewitt-Bukater, a role which earned him a Sydney Theatre Award. His extensive theatre work encompasses the Park Keeper/Northbrook in Mary Poppins, Willy Wonka in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Father Alex in Mamma …

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STAGES Episode 565: VAUGHAN EDWARDS 1:00:00

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Born and raised in the United Kingdom, Vaughan Edwards trained in theatre, film and television design at London's prestigious Wimbledon College of Art. After graduating, he worked in theatre design in London's West End before moving to New York. Here, he was an associate to celebrated Oscar and Tony Award winner Tony Walton, working with him on suc…

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Anything Goes: Kimberley Rampersad & Paul Sportelli in Conversation 51:37

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What happens when you revisit a 1930s musical with a 21st-century sensibility? In our series premiere, associate artistic director Kimberley Rampersad and music director Paul Sportelli talk about the artistic choices, personal histories, and deep trust that shape Anything Goes at the Shaw Festival. From a game-changing audition to a day that actors…

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Are We Poisoning Our Pets? A Veterinarian's Shocking Revelation w/ Dr. Judy Morgan [Ep. 76] 54:27

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In this eye-opening episode of the Healthy & Awake Podcast, holistic veterinarian Dr. Judy Morgan reveals the hidden dangers of toxic pet food, overprescribed pet vaccines, and harmful pharmaceuticals like trazodone for dogs. With over 40 years of experience, she shares how natural pet care and raw food for dogs can dramatically improve your pet’s …

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STAGES Episode 564: SARAH BOWDEN 56:17

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Following her performance as Cassie in ‘A Chorus Line’ at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, Sarah Bowden moved her life to New York City. For 12 years Sarah had been a vital contributor to the theatre of Berlin, Germany. She played major solo roles in the Wintergarten Variety Theatre, including Emily in the ‘Seifenoper’ (The Soap Opera), Sally in …

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STAGES Episode 563: HAYDEN TEE 41:27

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Hayden Tee hails from Maungaturoto in Northland but has made a name for himself globally as an acclaimed performer, makeup artist, director and recording artist in theatre, concert and cabaret throughout New Zealand, Australia, Asia, the U.K and U.S.A. His extensive musical theatre portfolio has seen him play Javert in Les Misérables on Broadway, L…

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STAGES Episode 562: KURT SNEDDON 55:46

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Kurt Sneddon is an in demand photographer. He photographs actors, dancers, models and performers in the streets of New York City. Originally from Sydney, where he founded Blueprint Studios and became one of Australia's most-trusted photographers for the entertainment industry for 15 years, he now proudly calls himself a New Yorker! His own experien…

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Communist Medicine in America: A Doctor’s Warning w/ Dr. Renata Moon [Ep. 75] 53:51

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Send us a text In Episode 75 of the Healthy & Awake Podcast, Dr. Renata Moon, a board-certified pediatrician, shares her firsthand experience with medical censorship after raising concerns about COVID vaccine risks for children. Drawing parallels between her family's escape from communism and current events, Dr. Moon discusses the importance of inf…

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FDA Whistleblower Exposes Toxic Truth About Your Food w/ Dr. Renee Dufault [Ep. 74] 46:19

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Send us a text FDA whistleblower Dr. Renee Dufault joins the Healthy & Awake Podcast to expose the hidden dangers of heavy metals in food, including how high fructose corn syrup, ultra-processed foods, and nutritional epigenetics are linked to rising rates of autism and ADHD. We discuss her groundbreaking research, the FDA’s internal resistance, an…

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STAGES Episode 562: ALINTA CHIDZEY 37:56

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A multi-award winner, Alinta Chidzey most recently originated the role of Satine in Moulin Rouge! The Musical for Australia's national tour, with her work receiving outstanding reviews. She has played Velma Kelly in Chicago for the Gordon Frost Organisation, and Anita in West Side Story, which saw her nominated for several awards, including a Helpm…

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The Autism Spike: Why Are 1 in 31 Kids Affected? w/ Dr. Peter McCullough [Ep. 73] 55:32

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Send us a text In this explosive episode of Healthy and Awake Podcast, renowned cardiologist Dr. Peter McCullough returns to break down the alarming autism vaccine risk now impacting 1 in 31 U.S. children. We dive deep into childhood vaccines and autism, spike protein detox, long COVID treatment, and the growing movement away from the current vacci…

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Introducing: Let's Get This Shaw on the Road 1:05

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Let’s Get This Shaw on the Road — a brand-new podcast from North America’s premiere repertory theatre company. Join Alexis Milligan and Kelly Wong as they take you behind the scenes of the Shaw Festival’s latest season through candid, insightful conversations with some of Canada’s top theatre artists. New episodes every Thursday, starting May 22. T…

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Time Management is a Lie: Here’s the Truth You Need [Ep. 72] 33:33

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Send us a text "Time management" is an outdated idea. In this episode of Healthy & Awake Podcast, we break down why the real game isn’t managing time - it’s managing decisions. You’ll learn how environmental programming, distractions, and poor planning leak your precious hours. We’ll show you how to reclaim control with simple strategies like build…

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The Truth About Medical Cannabis They Don’t Teach in Pharmacy School w/ Dr. Codi Peterson [Ep. 71] 45:34

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Send us a text Medical cannabis is one of the most misunderstood health topics—and Dr. Codi Peterson, a pediatric pharmacist and cannabis researcher, joins Healthy & Awake Podcast to set the record straight. We dive deep into the science behind pediatric cannabis, the endocannabinoid system, CBD benefits, THC risks, and common misconceptions around…

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STAGES Episode 559: GARRY MCQUINN 1:09:30

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London-based Australian producer Garry is the GM in RGM. With over 25 years experience developing, producing and managing ground-breaking productions around the world, he is an impresario of great vision and passion. RGM Productions is an independent, Olivier Award nominated theatre production company with an objective is to discover, develop and i…

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STAGES Episode 558: TIM JONES 55:11

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Tim Jones has led the Seymour Centre theatre venues in Sydney since 2009. Last month announced that he is stepping down from the role. Together with a talented and passionate team, he has worked to position Seymour Centre as vital to the creative life of both the City and the University of Sydney. To achieve this he has initiated a range of curated…

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STAGES Episode 555: MATT WEST 56:52

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Matt West is the Director / Choreographer for Disney’s Beauty and the Beast on Broadway. Matt received the L.A. Drama-Logue Award, the L.A. Ovation Award, New York’s Drama Desk Award and London’s Olivier Award, for the much celebrated show, which is in the Top 10 longest running shows in Broadway history - with 5461 performances. The classic story …

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STAGES Episode 556: JOHN O’MAY 1:20:37

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John O’May has worked in all areas of the entertainment industry encompassing music theatre, cabaret, drama, opera, concerts, comedy, radio, writing and directing. His music theatre credits include Godspell, The 20’s And All That Jazz, Seven Little Australians (which he also directed), HMS Pinafore, Crazy For You, The Merry Widow, A Little Night Mu…

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STAGES Episode 555: LUKE HURA 45:37

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W.C Fields famously advised “Never work with animals or children”. His advice would fall on ‘deaf ears’ for the creatives working on a new production of Annie, premiering at the Capitol Theatre in Sydney in March. One of the creatives contributing to the show, in a very unique way is Luke Hura. Renowned as one of Australia’s leading Animal Trainers…

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Decentralized Medicine: Dr. Lynn Fynn’s Fight for Honest Healthcare [Ep. 70] 55:27

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Send us a text Is the future of healthcare moving toward decentralized medicine? 🤔 Discover how this revolutionary approach could transform the healthcare system as we know it. In this eye-opening episode of the Healthy and Awake podcast, host Mike Vera welcomes Dr. Lynn Fynn, a retired infectious disease specialist, to discuss the critical shift f…

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STAGES Episode 560: ANNE-LOUISE SARKS 1:00:14

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Anne-Louise Sarks is an international theatre director. Her work has premiered in Sydney, Melbourne, London, Mexico City, New York, Auckland, Warsaw, Mannheim, Perth, Mumbai, and Basel. In April 2021, she was appointed as the Artistic Director and Co-CEO of Melbourne Theatre Company and launched her first season as Artistic director in 2023, direct…

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STAGES Episode 554: DEBRA BYRNE Pt2 1:22:07

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Easily lauded as one of Australia’s greatest entertainers, Debra Byrne commenced her career as a child star making her television debut on Brian and the Juniors, a children's variety and talent quest, in 1969. In April 1971 she became an original cast member on Young Talent Time. Byrne proved to be a popular cast member: going on to win the Logie A…

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STAGES Episode 553: DEBRA BYRNE Pt1 50:39

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Easily lauded as one of Australia’s greatest entertainers, Debra Byrne commenced her career as a child star making her television debut on Brian and the Juniors, a children's variety and talent quest, in 1969. In April 1971 she became an original cast member on Young Talent Time. Byrne proved to be a popular cast member: going on to win the Logie A…

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STAGES Episode 552: CARLY FISHER 45:35

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Encompassing three unique locations, Qtopia Sydney is the largest Centre for Queer history and culture in the world. Nestled in the heart of Darlinghurst, it is a home for preserving and celebrating a vivid line of stories. It is no surprise then that the venue boasts 2 unique performance spaces; the Substation and the Loading Dock Theatre. In the …

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STAGES Episode 551: GRAEME EWER Pt2 1:00:30

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Australia’s best known character tenor, Graeme Ewer, was born in Melbourne and appeared in the Australian Premiere Season of South Pacific in the role of Jerome - at age twelve! He studied voice with a handful of teachers in Melbourne including Gertrude Johnston and Annie Portnoj – competing in various singing competitions where he was a finalist i…

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STAGES Episode 550: GRAEME EWER Pt1 57:27

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Australia’s best known character tenor, Graeme Ewer, was born in Melbourne and appeared in the Australian Premiere Season of South Pacific in the role of Jerome - at age twelve! He studied voice with a handful of teachers in Melbourne including Gertrude Johnston and Annie Portnoj – competing in various singing competitions where he was a finalist i…

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STAGES Episode 549: LUKE DI SOMMA 1:01:27

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Luke Di Somma is one of New Zealand’s leading composers, writers and theatre educators, whose work spans musical theatre, opera and television. He is currently based in Melbourne, Australia. A Fulbright scholar, Luke studied at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts, graduating with a Master of Fine Arts from the Graduate Musical Theatre Wr…

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STAGES Episode 548: NICK EYNAUD 45:59

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Nick Eynaud graduated from the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts in 2014 and upon graduating, wrote and performed his solo show A Star is Bored (RL Productions) as part of the Melbourne Fringe Festival. Further acting credits include Young Frankenstein (Hayes Theatre Co.), Sweeney Todd (TEG Life Like Company) Last Man Standing (Melbourn…

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STAGES Episode 547: JOHN GADEN 1:13:09

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John Gaden is one the theatre’s cherished elders, having contributed to the Australian stage over several decades as actor and director. He commenced his career studying arts and law at the University of Sydney, but when he joined the Sydney University Players, he was bitten by the theatrical bug - chiefly through the works of William Shakespeare. …

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STAGES VALE EPISODE - Nicholas Eadie (1958 - 22nd January, 2025) 1:12:14

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In this Vale episode of the STAGES podcast, we replay a conversation with actor Nicholas Eadie (1958 - 22nd January 2025). When STAGES spoke with Nick in 202, he was enjoying a stint as an Uber driver - a sobering reminder of just how precarious the life of an actor can be - even one of our finest. Nick’s resume boasts an impressive list of high-pr…

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STAGES Episode 545: GRAEME KEARNS 54:36

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Foundation Theatres is a wholly Australian owned theatre owner, operator and production investor. Their current venues are two of Sydney’s premier large commercial theatres, the Capitol Theatre and Sydney Lyric, as well as a new intimate theatre, Foundry Theatre. Foundry Theatre at Sydney Lyric opened triumphantly in February with five sold out per…

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STAGES Episode 544: TOM BURLINSON 1:00:43

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After graduating from NIDA in 1976, Tom Burlinson’s early work in various productions for the Queensland Theatre Company, the Old Tote Theatre Company, and the State Theatre Company of South Australia included roles in The Merchant of Venice, Da and The One Day of the Year. He co-starred in Tribute for Peter Williams Productions in Sydney and Brisb…

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STAGES Episode 543: THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE - 41st ANNIVERSARY 1:05:31

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A milestone passed in 2024 - one that STAGES had every intention of acknowledging… but time just got away. It was 40 years since we saw the Australian premiere of a dynamic new production of Gilbert & Sullivans - The Pirates of Penzance. A legendary production in the repertoire of musical theatre on our stages, for it marked the first for many youn…

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STAGES S8 PREVIEW: We’re Back! 7:36

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STAGES returns Sunday March 2nd! The STAGES podcast is available to access and subscribe from Spotify and Apple podcasts. Or from wherever you access your favourite podcasts. A conversation with creatives about craft and career. Follow socials on instagram (stagespodcast) and facebook (Stages). www.stagespodcast.com.au…

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The Truth About Ozempic: Risks You Need to Know [Ep. 69] 55:36

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Send us a text Are you considering Ozempic? Before you take the leap, discover the risks you need to know about weight loss injections like Ozempic. In this eye-opening episode of the Healthy and Awake podcast, host Mike Vera breaks down the truth about these drugs with the help of top medical experts. From bone density loss, muscle depletion, and …

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What Are They Hiding? Dr. Bowden Unpacks the Means Siblings’ Influence [Ep. 67] 50:12

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Send us a text In this episode of Healthy & Awake Podcast, Dr. Mary Talley Bowden dives deep into the heated debate from the Danny Jones Podcast, where she and Dr. Jack Kruse faced off against Callie and Casey Means. She unpacks the influence of propaganda and fifth-generation warfare in shaping public health narratives, explores the COVID vaccine …

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Bird Flu Bombshell: Exposing Biolab Secrets w/ Nicolas Hulscher [Ep. 66] 46:42

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Send us a text Bird flu, gain-of-function, lab leak, H5N1, disease X, and the McCullough Foundation take center stage in this eye-opening episode with epidemiology expert Nicolas Hulscher, shining a light on vaccine propaganda, public health, and potential pandemic threats. Delve into the origins of H5N1, uncover new insights on how gain-of-functio…

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2024 Recap: Highlights from Healthy & Awake Podcast [Ep. 65] 1:13:21

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Send us a text Join me as we revisit the most impactful moments from the Healthy & Awake Podcast in 2024. This special episode features clips from top conversations with incredible guests. Let’s reflect on the powerful insights that shaped the year and set the stage for an even healthier, more awake 2025! 00:00 Logo Intro 03:14 Dr. Suneel Dhand [Ep…

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Trump vs. Department of Education: Is This the End? w/ Dr. Stanley Ridgley [Ep. 64] 1:04:47

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Send us a text In this eye-opening episode, we dive into the Department of Education, exploring Trump’s plan to reshape it with Dr. Stanley Ridgley, author of “Brutal Minds.” Ridgley reveals shocking truths about Critical Race Theory and the DEI agenda, spotlighting how woke ideology fosters brainwashing in universities, and why the DEI agenda thre…

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STAGES Episode 542: S7 FINALE/CHRISTMAS 2024 1:48:27

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Haul out the holly it’s the time we adore, it’s STAGES season finale for 2024. Throughout Season Seven we featured 81 Episodes showcasing an exciting array of stellar guests covering the gamut from on stage and back stage, to behind the scenes and front-of-house. All captivating conversations with celebrated creatives about craft and career. In the…

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STAGES Episode 541: EMMA MATTHEWS 56:13

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Emma Matthews is currently head of Classical Voice and Opera Studies at the West Australian Academy of Performing Arts. She is Patron of the Wesfarmers Young Artist Program at West Australian Opera and is a highly acclaimed and awarded soprano. She has performed with all the state opera companies and the major Australian symphony orchestras; and at…