Best Scratchie Podcasts (2025)

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They even have a bear in the air & other tales 45:18

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5d ago45:18

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Step into the confessional for another wild ride on Simon Mayo's Confessions! This week, Father Simon and the Confession Collective tackle tales of hilarity and absurdity that are sure to leave you chuckling. Join Gary as he recalls his cheeky talent show secret from the '80s involving a Casio keyboard and some clever miming! Also, get ready to hea…

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Messing about on the river & other tales 47:36

12d ago47:36

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Step into the confessional for another unforgettable episode of Simon Mayo's Confessions! This week, Father Simon and the Confession Collective dive headfirst into tales of hilarity, awkwardness, and unexpected moments. Join us as Martin from Belfast recounts his cheeky quiz controversy that left him hiding behind an autograph in 'What's The Buzz ,…

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Saddle up and ride your pony & other tales 42:13

19d ago42:13

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Step into the confessional for another riotously funny episode of Simon Mayo's Confessions! This week, Father Simon and the Confession Collective share outrageous stories that will leave you gasping and laughing. There's Jane's cringe-worthy equestrian experience that left her wishing she had stayed home and Well-Intentioned Dad's laughter-filled c…

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Confessions from the Crypt Special 39:44

26d ago39:44

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Step into the confessional for a special delve into the crypt for this week's episode of Simon Mayo's Confessions! The Confession Collective deliver a mix of hilarity and unexpected twists, including Zeb’s comically chaotic encounter while farming, involving a tractor, headphones, and a very awkward surprise. Nigel's shockingly awkward New Year's r…

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I need a hi hi hi hideaway & other tales 42:17

1M ago42:17

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Step into the confessional for another uproarious episode of Simon Mayo's Confessions! This week, Father Simon and the Confession Collective dive into an array of colourful tales. including Inga from the Bottom Table’s questionable impersonation at a wedding and Corporal Jones’ audacious prank during army training that spiralled into chaos. Prepare…

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We’re going where the sun shines brightly & other tales 39:43

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Step into the confessional once again for a rollercoaster of hilarity in this week’s episode of Simon Mayo's Confessions! Join Father Simon and the Confession Collective as they tackle a series of outrageous tales, from drunken escapade involving undies and bush antics in Cuba, to a bill confusion that led to stolen flatmates money. Plus there is t…

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I'm flying high like a bird in the sky & other tales 40:59

2M ago40:59

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Step into the confessional for another delightful episode of Simon Mayo's Confessions! Join Father Simon, Brother Matt, Sister Suzi and Sister Holly as they navigate a whirlwind of hilarious and chaotic confessions, including a wedding ceremony derailed by a falconer’s owl, a prank involving raw eggs that leaves a group of swanky car enthusiasts in…

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The itchy and scratchy show & other tales 41:25

2M ago41:25

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Step into the confessional for another hilarious episode of Simon Mayo’s Confessions! This week, we dive into a collection of hilariously questionable decisions, from a rugby player's outrageous prank with a mysterious rub to a woman's chicken soup debacle that has serious consequences. Join Father Simon and the Confessional Collective as they unra…

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Safety and Success: Mike Frick's Journey | Episode 17 40:38

2M ago40:38

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What if improving safety performance could actually boost your profits rather than drag them down? Mike Frick's remarkable journey proves exactly that. From his early days in construction where he learned safety fundamentals from his father ("not losing my fingers was my incentive") to running teams with zero accidents and industry-leading profit m…

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Knock knock, who's there & other tales 44:20

2M ago44:20

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What do a cruise convenience calamity, a Chuckle brothers signed program, a washed up coffin and a possessed car have in common? They're all tangled up in this week's mischievous confessions! This week's episode features Colin's escapades with fellow students car. Then there's Redrock's tale, featuring a well made coffin that went in the river and …

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Caught out riding fences & other tales 46:03

2M ago46:03

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From a swimming pool prank, to a missing cat, clairvoyant chaos and a gardener getting caught short, this week's confessions serve up another round of mischief, mishaps, and morally questionable decisions from a new generation of sinners as they seek redemption with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective! The Not for Broadcast section involve…

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Give it away, give it away, give it away now & other tales 47:11

3M ago47:11

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What do a budgie's flight for freedom, a stuffed cornet, shouts of 'Wally' and some hot hot sauce have in common? They're all tangled up in this week's mischievous confessions! This week's episode features Chad's chilli confession, where a childhood love of spicy food let to an unfortunate A&E trip for an unsuspecting classmate. Then there's Andy's…

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All together now & other tales 42:12

3M ago42:12

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The stage is set and the confessions spotlight is on, and this week's tales are funnier and more outrageous than ever. Get ready for exam rallying, sister pranks, sickly scouts and bets as a new generation of sinners seek redemption with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective! This week features Andy who ended up collaborating with 140 other …

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Sisters are doin' it for themselves & other tales 40:50

3M ago40:50

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From a sibling prank, to a boy racer tale, exam cheating and a Cluedo playing cad with some shocking behaviour, this week's confessions serve up another round of mischief, mishaps, and morally questionable decisions from a new generation of sinners as they seek redemption with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective! The Not for Broadcast sect…

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Beyond Cash Rewards: Yusuf Khoja on Personalized Recognition Strategies | Episode 16 47:52

3M ago47:52

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What separates truly resilient leaders from the rest? Yusuf Khoja brings decades of experience working alongside icons like Oprah Winfrey, Tony Robbins, and Richard Branson to answer this crucial question. His journey from failed law student to globally recognized leadership expert reveals powerful lessons about turning obstacles into opportunities…

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You bring the body, and I'll bring the steam & other tales 40:46

3M ago40:46

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It's another batch of confessions from a new generation of sinners as they seek redemption with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective! This week is filled with laughs! From spooky supernatural activity to frogs through a letterbox - no secret is safe from this crew. Expect tales of debauchery, deceit, and regret, including those far too disg…

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Enter Sandman & other tales 41:31

3M ago41:31

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It's another batch of confessions from a new generation of sinners as they seek redemption with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective! This week is filled with laughs! From a pee puddle to fake sand, make shift ear plus and cross curriculum experiments —no secret is safe from this crew. Expect tales of debauchery, deceit, and regret, includi…

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These boots are made for walking & other tales... 42:15

4M ago42:15

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From a shoe swap, creative locksmithing, triplet trickery and a spooky prank with some angel statues this week's confessions serve up another round of mischief, mishaps, and morally questionable decisions from a new generation of sinners as they seek redemption with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective! In the Not for Broadcast section, the…

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Caught out there & other tales 42:33

4M ago42:33

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It's another batch of confessions from a new generation of sinners as they seek redemption with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective! This week is filled with laughs! From a revenge gift that oinks, a very dodgy drink, a family airport lockdown and a love story with slightly crossed wires —no secret is safe from this crew. Expect tales of d…

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Audits, Culture, and the Reality of Workplace Safety | A Conversation with Ben Hutchinson | Episode 15 1:10:06

4M ago1:10:06

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What if your sense of security at work is just smoke and mirrors? Find out as we chat with Ben Hutchinson, a safety professional and PhD candidate, who takes us on his journey from human factors to exploring the depths of organizational safety. We challenge the notion of false safety systems and their symbolic nature, dissecting real-world examples…

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Old man rhythm is in my shoes & other tales 44:58

4M ago44:58

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It's another batch of confessions from a new generation of sinners as they seek redemption with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective! This week is filled with laughs! From on board cruise entertainment scuppered by an ice cube, a broken bingo machine, a school trip to Russia and very childish drawing on a reproductive medicine book —no secr…

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S2 BONUS EPISODE - ‘Hawaiian shirt fashion show’ 21:45

4M ago21:45

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In this special bonus episode, the team reveal their biggest failure of Season 2. How did they end up in the middle of nowhere in Sweden, with Karen directing a musicless fashion show with 13 models who are all wearing Hawaiian shirts? One thing becomes extremely clear - not all failure leads to success. Follow us on instagram for the case evidence…

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Who should I say is calling & other tales 41:47

4M ago41:47

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From crucifix calamities to creepy dolls, this week's confessions bring plenty of mischief, misunderstandings, and outright mayhem. Aled shares a tale of the time he accidentally trapped a TV producer in the door of an old bus - thanks to the enormous one-foot crucifix around the poor man's neck in Do-wah diddy, diddy dum, diddy uuurrrghh! Then the…

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It ain’t easy being green & other tales 39:53

5M ago39:53

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From dodgy baking to disastrous DIY wine, this week's confessions serve up another round of mischief, mishaps, and morally questionable decisions. Loves Hot Fevered Iron shares a confession from a real reverend who politely accepted a weekly homemade cake from a well-meaning parishioner only to secretly bin them every time. Then there's Dave from G…

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Radioactivity is in the air for you and me & other tales 45:27

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What do a fake triplet, a runaway car, a French footballer and a frozen headmaster have in common? They're all tangled up in this week's mischievous confessions! This week's episode features Dad of Twins, who made a bold claim in 'Isn't She Lovely, Isn't She Wonderful', telling a stranger he left the 'ugly' triplet at home. Driver Six Seven confess…

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Alice is Back! Subscribe To Realms Unknown Now! 2:01

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Alice Fraser and The bugle are back with a new series, celebrating Sci Fi and Fantasy! Subscribe now, wherever you enjoy podcasts! A Bugle Podcasts Production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Creating Motivated Teams: Jurriaan Kamer on Leadership, Motivation and Psychological Safety | Episode 14 46:25

5M ago46:25

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Ready to unlock the secrets behind truly transformative workplaces? Join us as we chat with Jurriaan Kamer, the organizational transformation expert and author of "Unblock," who is redefining the way we think about recognition and motivation in the workplace. Kamer shares his fascinating journey from IT, highlighting why self-organizing teams are i…

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Live at the Apollo & other tales 40:55

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The stage is set and the confessions spotlight is on, and this week's tales are funnier and more outrageous than ever. Get ready for mic mishaps, wagyu thieves and slingshot scandals as a new generation of sinners seek redemption with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective! This week features Mark who convinced his daughter to steer clear of …

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And on the conveyor belt tonight & other tales 46:35

5M ago46:35

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Start the new year right, with a brand-new confessions podcast! It's another batch of confessions from a new generation of sinners as they seek redemption with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective! This week features Ukrainian drunk geese, whisky switched with vinegar, a terrible police prank-call, public transport toilet trouble, and some …

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Best of 2024 Part Two 48:40

6M ago48:40

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The confessions door are open once again for the second instalment of our Best of 2024 Specials. Join Father Simon, Brother Matt and Sister Suzi once again as they revisit some of the most unforgettable confessions from 2024. Expect outrageous secrets, side-splitting slip-ups and moments that left us all speechless. Will Matt's forgiveness streak r…

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Best of 2024 Part One 50:30

6M ago50:30

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It's been a year of shocking secrets, laugh out loud mishaps and moments that made us all gasp. In Part One of this very special episode Father Simon, Brother Matt and Sister Suzi revisit some of the most unforgettable confessions from 2024. From hilarious blunders to jaw dropping revelations, join the Confessions Collective as we relive the storie…

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Turn around bright eyes & other tales 43:26

6M ago43:26

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Prepare yourself for a festive feast of mischief, mayhem and more confessions than Saint Nick's naughty list can handle, as Father Simon and the Confessional collective open their ears to a new generation of sinners and mischief makers. Vicky shares her sticky situation in 'What's happened with the fruit jelly's Grandma? Which is basically a gross …

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Run baby run & other tales 41:22

6M ago41:22

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Hold on to your lederhosen because this week's episode is packed with outrageous confessions that will leave you laughing, cringing and questioning humanity just a little bit. This week Father Simon and the collective tackle the sins of Frits, whose festive prank saw his mate don Bavarian lederhosen and fake a German accent at a Christmas light swi…

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Adapting to Change: Transforming Workplace Culture with Rich Alderton | Episode 13 58:08

6M ago58:08

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Rich Alderton, a seasoned expert in adaptability intelligence, takes us on a transformative journey from the shop floor to the boardroom, sharing insights on how change, psychology, and immediate recognition can revolutionize workplace behavior. Rich's compelling narrative highlights the significance of cultivating an adaptable mindset, allowing in…

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Cool for cats, cool for caaaaaats & other tales 48:41

6M ago48:41

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Brace yourselves for a purr-fectly scandalous episode as Father Simon and the Confessional collective hear some truly cat-astrophic tales of sin and mischief. Reverend Timothy dealings with a parishioner may or may not have included a suspicious nudge towards an open grave (and a funeral plan that was less than divine). Babs recounts her chaotic st…

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Learning & Recognition: Rethinking Workplace Behavior with Paul Matthews | Episode 12 50:14

7M ago50:14

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Can recognising good behaviour be more powerful than training? In this episode, learning and development expert Paul Matthews shares groundbreaking insights on why many safety training programs fall short and how positive reinforcement can transform workplace behaviour. Paul, CEO of People Alchemy and author of multiple books on learning transfer, …

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Walk and talk & other tales 44:55

7M ago44:55

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Prepare yourself for a bumper batch of belly laugh inducing confessions as Father Simon and the Confessional collective open their ears to a new generation of sinners and mischief makers. Alastair shares the tale of his dad's ingenious flat security measures, which left an entire family hostage until a coat hanger and a helpful neighbour saves the …

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Wait till your father gets home & other tales 45:08

7M ago45:08

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Sit back and enjoy four new confessions as Tom, Stuart, Cybil and Butcher's boy, seek forgiveness with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective! Including covering a young waiter in hot English mustard, denting your dad's car an letting him take the blame, to setting fire to the school assembly curtains and making up fake metal bands to add to …

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I can hear your heartbeat& other tales 45:23

7M ago45:23

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Brace yourselves for another batch of hilarious confessions as Becca, Tufty, Chaz and Carl Jim seek forgiveness from Father Simon and the Confessional Collective! From a school music prank, to stag do revenge, telephonic travesty with an adult personal virus and a medical mistake that will make your eyes water and cross your legs. Expect tales of d…

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Beyond Safety: McDonald's, Gamification and Global Growth | Scratchie Safety Podcast | Episode 11 29:34

7M ago29:34

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In this episode, Scratchie co-founders James Kell and Garry Mansfield discuss their exciting expansion into the quick-service restaurant industry through a partnership with McDonald's. They explore how Scratchie's instant rewards platform is being adapted beyond traditional safety applications to recognize and encourage positive workplace behaviors…

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Mamma mia & other tales 38:41

7M ago38:41

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Get ready for some astounding confessions this week as Thomas, Mike, Freddy and Jim seek forgiveness with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective! From a mum that dropped her children off to school and then emigrated to Canada with a car sales man who was 'hot a mustard', to a sitcom style electrical job in a funeral home, the prefect chid who…

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A very big house in the country & other tales 43:03

8M ago43:03

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It's another batch of confessions from a new generation of sinners as they seek redemption with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective! This week is filled with laughs! From an escaped gorilla to a Iron Maiden t-shirt causing convulsions , a minesweeping local and a magnesium mishap —no secret is safe from this crew. Expect tales of debaucher…

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When in Rome do like a Roman & other tales 47:39

8M ago47:39

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Prepare yourself for laugh out loud confessions from a new generation of mischief-makers as they seek redemption with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective! From Emergency Roman umbrellas, to a cash point disaster than ended up in a topless ride home, and a vending machine lucky mistake plus a stolen cable that causes a lot of offence—no sec…

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You don’t bring me flowers & other tales 38:37

8M ago38:37

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Get ready for four fantastic confessions from the Crypt for this weeks Crypt Special with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective! From meeting the wrong 'hot neighbour', to getting your Granny to commando craw under the barrier of the gent's toilets, turning up at the wrong funeral or accidentally exposing an affair—no secret is too outrageou…

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The Smuggler's blues & other tales 43:01

8M ago43:01

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It's another batch of confessions from a new generation of sinners as they seek redemption with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective! This week is filled with laughs! From smuggling booze on a cruise to a backpacker causing poultry pandemonium at a chicken factory, a lonely heart column mishap plus a very unwise newspaper slogan and a toile…

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That's what friends are for & other tales 39:18

9M ago39:18

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Get ready for laugh out loud confessions from a new generation of sinners as they seek forgiveness with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective! From a spooky prank that ended in divorce, a French exchange that ended abandoned on a tennis court, a catapult catastrophe and a confession that happened just last week —no secret is safe from this c…

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It takes two baby & other tales 41:30

9M ago41:30

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It's another batch of confessions from a new generation of sinners as they seek redemption with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective! This week is filled with lots of number 1's and number 2's and not all of them in the not for broadcast section! From karaoke in a toilet to camping revenge on the noisy family at the campsite, teenage love a…

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Birds of a feather & other tales 41:13

9M ago41:13

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Get ready for side-splitting confessions from a new generation of mischief-makers as they seek redemption with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective! From wild camp pranks at Camp America, to a year 9 trip in Germany that ended in Malibu-fueled chaos, and a birdwatcher’s embarrassing encounter with a wildlife camera—no secret is too outrageo…

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The Future of Workplace Safety: A Surprising Conversation | Scratchie Safety Podcast | Episode 10 7:57

9M ago7:57

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In this episode of the Scratchie Safety Podcast we explore the cutting-edge intersection of technology and workplace safety. Our mystery guests dive deep into how modern tech is revolutionising age-old principles of positive reinforcement, creating safer and more engaged work environments. Key topics include: The shift from lagging to leading safet…

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Living by numbers & other tales 46:00

9M ago46:00

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Hilarious revelations from a new generation of sinners, willing to share their secrets in search of forgiveness with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective. Expect tales of greed, debauchery, deception, and honest mistakes including those confessions we could never broadcast on Greatest Hits Radio.…