En iyi Narratives To Confuse podcastleri (2024)

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Tell The Damn Story #332: From Bible Tales to Batman: Crafting Stories with Rich Characters and Compelling Narratives 40:30

1d ago40:30

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🎙️ Hey, fellow creatives, Welcome back to "Tell The Damn Story"! This time it's Alex Simmons, holding down the fort solo while Chris is under the weather. In this episode, we'll explore the craft of crafting riveting tales that keep readers coming back for more. We'll chat about what makes a story truly compelling—think characters with wild backsto…

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Episode 118: Martha’s Vineyard sees return the of illegal migrants. Is masculinity on the ballot in 2024? Second Amendment absolutism is beyond the reach of government. 13:59

3d ago13:59

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Illegal migrant arrested in Martha’s Vineyard on whole other level. Trump’s masculinity a stumbling block to Kamala Harris. Gun control losing ground to technology.

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What’s Being Done to Help Families Harmed, Obliterated By Gender Ideology? 33:06

4d ago33:06

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An under-discussed aspect of the cultural battle over gender ideology is its profound impact on families. Ask any parent who has watched in terror as their son or daughter barreled down the path of experimental drugs and surgery in search of a physical impossibility – becoming the opposite sex – and they’ll tell you that transgender ideology did no…

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How writers navigate failure and find success, with Jonathan Small 28:37

5d ago28:37

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1019. This week, Jonathan Small, author of "Write About Now," shares what he's learned about the common struggles writers face throughout their careers. His book highlights stories from bestselling authors about their beginnings, the risks they took, and how they handled early rejection. I was especially surprised by the stories of shockingly bold …

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Episode 117: Israel kills Hezbollah’s top rat. Climate czar John Kerry fears free speech dooms climate extremist’s doomsaying. 12:00

6d ago12:00

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Israeli air attack kills Hezbollah’s Hassan Nasrallah. John Kerry says First Amendment free speech makes it difficult to force climate consensus on a free people.

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From game boards to boardrooms. Commas with participial phrases. Gritties. 13:49

7d ago13:49

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1018. This week, we look at the meanings of the word "board," including the differences between board games, table games, and table-top games. We also look at the punctuation of participial phrases, helping you understand when to use commas in sentences like "She yelled at me, making me cry" versus "She is the lady making me cry." The "board" segme…

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Ep. 38 - Comedy, Confusion, & Communication Differences 1:23:27

8d ago1:23:27

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Ep. 38 - Comedy, Confusion, & Communication DifferencesIn this episode, Bruce, Kara, and Maja discuss contemporary use of language, visuals, and symbols in internet communication and how that can be exlusive to those without the contextual knowledge. This conversation extends to in person communication, humour, and the elements that can impact whet…

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Tell The Damn Story, 331: How To Build A House of Horror w Rebbeca Cuthbert 1:27:25

9d ago1:27:25

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As a writer, editor, and publisher, she's building a house of horror, and several writers are eager to join her. Why and How? That's what cohosts Alex and Chris seek out when they interview literary triple threat REBECCA CUTHBERT! With the children of the night howling in the distance, Alex and Chris dive into an engaging conversation about Rebecca…

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Episode 116: The wolf of Wall Street: Nancy Pelosi. DOJ indicts Big Apple immigration critic. Hillary Clinton still fuming over Trump’s deplorables. 12:29

10d ago12:29

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Insider trader Nancy Pelosi makes a killing on Wall Street. New York City Mayor Eric Adams pays the price for badmouthing illegal immigration. Hillary Clinton still furious at Trump deplorables.

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Episode 115: President Jill Biden gives her cabinet an ear full. FBI releases letter from Trump’s would-be assassin. Kamala/Ukraine collusion in Pennsylvania. 11:56

12d ago11:56

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Jill Biden is large and in charge at White House cabinet meeting. FBI releases would-be Trump assassin’s letter encouraging more Trump assassins. 2024 presidential election sees Kamala/Ukraine collusion.

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From 'gobsmacked' to 'ginger': The British invasion of American English, with Ben Yagoda 28:46

12d ago28:46

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1017. How did British words find their way into American English? Author Ben Yagoda shares insights with us from his new book "Gobsmacked!" We learn about words like "brilliant" and "ginger" that have crossed the pond, some words you might think came from Britain (but didn't), which politicians are prone to using Britishisms, and why some adopted t…

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Why some verb sets are so odd (like 'go/went'). Corporate euphemisms. Goggy. 16:18

14d ago16:18

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1016. This week, we look at why some verbs are so irregular that their forms don't even seem related, like "go" and "went." Then, we look at the surprising finding that corporate euphemisms are worse than annoying — they can also hurt a company's stock price. The "suppletion" segment was written by Valerie Fridland, a professor of linguistics at th…

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Tell The Damn Story, 330: Creating Without A Net ,LIVE! An Interview w Improv Actors of Murder She Didn't Write! 49:04

16d ago49:04

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If you think creating plots, scenes, and dialogue while sitting at a computer keyboard is a challenge, how do you do it based on someone else’s idea and instantly in front of a live audience? Sit back and find out. Hey there, and welcome to another exciting episode of "Tell The Damn Story!" Today, we're diving into improvisation through a great ins…

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Episode 114: Hezbollah pagers get explosive message from Israel. California outlaws Kamala jokes. 11:35

17d ago11:35

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Israeli intelligence gives Hezbollah fighters hot pockets. Funny Kamala Harris meme prompts California to outlaw the funny.

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SEASON 4 PREMIERE: What's being done to help detransitioners? 31:48

18d ago31:48

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In the last few years, people who have become known by the term “detransitioners” have been testifying in public hearings and to media outlets about how their health was ruined and their bodies irreparably damaged by this experimental gender medicalization and surgery. As their heartbreaking stories become more widely known and as the public contin…

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Episode 113: Weird second assassin and never-Trump true believer. ABC News whistleblower threatens anti-Trump narrative. 10:36

19d ago10:36

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Weirdness is the weapon of choice for anti-Trumpers. ABC News whistleblower says debate moderators helped Kamala.

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What's new in the Chicago Manual of Style (18th edition), with Russell Harper and Mary Laur 51:34

19d ago51:34

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1015. The Chicago Manual of Style is updated every seven years, and this year's update is a big one! I talked with two of the editors — Russell Harper and Mary Laur — about the major changes, how the decisions get made, and the history of the CMOS (pronounced "sea moss"). 🔗 Share your familect recording in a WhatsApp chat. 🔗 Watch my LinkedIn Learn…

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Do words like 'mandate' and 'cockamamie' come from words for men? Grammatical doppelgangers. A pair of teeth. 16:50

21d ago16:50

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1014. This week, we debunk misconceptions about gendered language, tracing the etymology of words like "cockamamie" and "gynecology." We also look at the flexibility of English grammar, examining how common words like "that" and "up" can function as different parts of speech in various contexts. The "gendered words" segment was written by Samantha …

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Episode 112: Progressive hate speech paints assassin’s target on Trump’s back. 15:25

21d ago15:25

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Calling Trump Adolf Hitler brings out the killer progressives.

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Transhumanism, Spiritual Wickedness and Diabolical Horror: The 'Radical Evil' We'll Expose in Season 4 (PREVIEW) 20:01

21d ago20:01

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For decades, the roots of gender ideology were seemingly confined to esoteric areas of study in niche academic departments. Yet this radical ideology soon stealthily began taking the world by storm until it reached a social eruption over the past decade -- one that has destroyed families and threatened the very fabric of society. Today, the devasta…

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Ep. 37 - Neurodivergent Exercise Myths, Motivations, & Joyful Movement (with Micaelah Barb) 1:07:23

22d ago1:07:23

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Ep. 37 - Neurodivergent Exercise Myths, Motivations, & Joyful Movement (with Micaelah Barb) Kara and Maja are joined by our guest, ADHD habit & wellness coach Micaelah Barb, to talk about neurodivergence, exercise, and long-term motivation -- and why it doesn't always work the way you've probably been told. We discuss why starting and sticking to e…

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Tell The Damn Story, 329: Writing Out of the Dark Interview With DAEMON MANX 1:27:00

23d ago1:27:00

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He overcame addiction, prison, and Covid to write four novels and raise the funds to publish them. How he did it is a damn story worth telling. Join Chris Ryan and Alex Simmons as they delve deep into the world of writing, creativity, and the extraordinary journeys of remarkable authors, the indomitable Daemon Manx. This fall, Daemon is releasing h…

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Episode 111: Democrat cat ladies meet the border czar’s hungry Haitians. MAGA hat wearing Biden confuses Kamala Democrats. 13:44

25d ago13:44

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Springfield’s hungry Haitians and missing pets. Biden dons a MAGA cap.

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Matryoshka of Lies. Episode 5: Russophobia feat. Diana T. Kudaibergen and Viktoriia Grivina 21:33

25d ago21:33

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This episode explores the concept of "Russophobia" and how it is used to silence criticism and maintain control. Painting the victims as Russophobic has always been part of the crime, as vividly illustrated by Professor Timothy Snyder’s 2023 testimony to the United Nations Security Council. Snyder, a leading historian on Eastern Europe, sheds light…

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What fiction writers know about avoiding stereotypes, with Alex Temblador 34:42

26d ago34:42

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1013. How can fiction writers create diverse, authentic characters without relying on stereotypes? Alex Temblador, author of "Writing An Identity Not Your Own," tackles this question and more. Learn about the importance of community engagement in research, the pitfalls of overemphasizing certain character traits, and techniques for editing with an …

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SEASON 4 TRAILER: Is Transgenderism the On-Ramp to Something Even More Bizarre and Nefarious? 2:01

27d ago2:01

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For decades, the roots of gender ideology were seemingly confined to esoteric areas of study in niche academic departments. Yet this radical ideology soon stealthily began taking the world by storm until it reached a social eruption over the past decade -- one that has destroyed families and threatened the very fabric of society. Today, the devasta…

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Episode 110: Vladimir Putin’s Trump/Russia collusion hoax. Aurora, Colorado, meets brutal Venezuelan gang. 10:59

27d ago10:59

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Kamala/Russia collusion. US border czar introduces murderous Venezuelan gang to Aurora, Colorado.

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'Tea' or 'chai'? Why we misspeak. Fellatone. 13:51

28d ago13:51

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1012. Most words are different in different languages, but water from steeped leaves has only two main names: tea and chai. We look at why! Also, if you've ever mixed up words, like calling a butterfly a "flutterby," you'll love learning about what these slips of the tongue tell us about how we form sentences. The "tea" segment was written by Valer…

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Tell The Damn Story, 328: Telling Unapologetic Stories. Creating "I SELL WINDOWS" 1:00:15

30d ago1:00:15

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It’s part two of my adventures in Edinburgh, Scotland’s Fring Festival. In this episode, Chris and I share an incredible interview I did with the artistic team behind "I Sell Windows." The writer, actress Kaci Rogers, director Jaquita Ta’le, and producer Chelsea Boyd delve into the power of storytelling, exploring universal themes and the importanc…

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Episode 109: More Russian election interference? Rethinking America’s role in NATO. Journalist killed for reporting Democrat corruption. 16:38

1M ago16:38

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AG Garland trots out another Russia-collusion conspiracy theory. If reelected, will Trump withdraw the US from NATO? Las Vegas journalist murdered by corrupt Democrat.

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The language of liars. 'Legendary,' 'famous,' or 'notorious'? Fish shapes. 14:49

1M ago14:49

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1011. This week, we look at language patterns that may indicate someone is lying, such as how often they say "um" and the diversity of the words they use. Then we tease out the difference between being legendary, famous, infamous, and notorious. The "language of lying" segment was written by Valerie Fridland, a professor of linguistics at the Unive…

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Ep. 36 - Changing the Normative Narrative with Nuance 1:19:10

1M ago1:19:10

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Ep. 36 - Changing the Normative Narrative with NuanceKara and Bruce dream of better ways of talking about autism, including autistic voices, and embracing our differences. We specifically examine the notion of black and white thinking and consider its broader implications. Tangents include: time machines, DnD, and postmodernity. Thing of the Day: A…

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Tell The Damn Story, ep 327: Scotland, Does Surrounding Yourself With Creatives Benefit or Confuse You 1:08:11

1M ago1:08:11

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This time around, join creatively driven cohost Chris Ryan and the insightful Alex Simmons as they explore creativity and the impact of surrounding oneself with artists and performers. It starts with Alex's vivid recollections of his journey to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. He takes us up and down its ancient winding streets, lively taverns, and d…

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Episode 108: The Trump Arlington Cemetery hoax. AG Garland says don’t protest stolen elections. Mark Zuckerberg admits to being a Deep State censor. 19:03

1M ago19:03

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Gold Star families and Trump infuriate fake news media at Arlington. AG Merick Garland warns Americans not to protest stolen elections. Mark Zuckerberg confesses to being a US government censor.

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Episode 107: Independents Robert F. Kennedy and Tulsi Gabbard scare Democrat elites. 14:43

1M ago14:43

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Democrat apparatchiks fear RFK Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard’s declarations of independence.

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Cat Idioms. 'Summerween' and other blends. Bankery 16:33

1M ago16:33

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1010. We'd never be accused of belling the cat, but we did let our curiosity get the best of us when sniffing around common cat-related idioms. Plus, little did we know that we're already in Augtober and Summerween! Grab a pumpkin-spiced treat and come on an adventure through the looking glass to learn about portmanteau words. The "cat idoims" segm…

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Episode 106: RFK Jr. goes all the way for Donald Trump. The media’s fake Kamala Harris momentum. The DNC’s low testosterone. 16:14

1M ago16:14

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suspends his campaign and supports Donald Trump. The media’s manufactured Kamala Harris momentum. Selling camouflage hats can’t infuse testosterone in Democrat feline Party.

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Tell The Damn Story ep 326: Cracking the Code of Exposition - Insider Tips for Dynamic Writing 36:35

1M ago36:35

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Hey there, folks! This time, hosts Chris Ryan and Alex Simmons are here to share some serious thoughts, tips, and tricks about making your storytelling sizzle with great exposition. Chris and Alex do swan dives into how to serve up those essential details in your stories without making it feel forced or boring. They’ll share their own tricks of the…

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Episode 105: Barack Obama’s AK-47s: Operation Fast and Furious killer’s conviction is overturned. Joe Biden bids farewell to his party’s coup plotters. 16:00

2M ago16:00

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Fast and Furious murder conviction overturned. Biden shuffles off the national stage with the help of Democrats in Chicago.

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Apostrophes have always been confusing. 'First' or 'firstly'? Trudy! 15:54

2M ago15:54

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1009. If you think apostrophes are confusing today, wait until you hear how people used them 100s of years ago! Ammon Shea has some wild stories. Plus, should you use "first," "second," and "third" or "firstly," "secondly," and "thirdly"? Ammon Shea is the author of "Bad English," "Reading the OED." 🔗 Share your familect recording in a WhatsApp cha…

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Ep. 35 - Cathartic Consumption, Capacity for Consumption, & K-Pop! 1:13:00

2M ago1:13:00

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Ep. 35 - Cathartic Consumption, Capacity for Consumption, & K-Pop!The third episode of Season is the second part of our look at artistic expression. In this episode, Kara, Maja and Bruce talk about the consumption of Art(s) of all types, and how an autistic consumption may (or may not) differ from a neurotypical consumption. In this wide-ranging di…

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Tell The Damn Story ep 325: Writing Icons From A Female Vampire Legacy To Rock Apes and Laser Dragons To ... 1:11:05

2M ago1:11:05

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... Two New Super Natural Series On The Way! In this episode, your hosts, Chris Ryan, and Alex Simmons, are joined by the incredible New York Times bestselling author Tom Sniegoski and his extremely talented writing partner, Jeannine Acheson. Together, they dive into a treasure trove of fascinating insights, methods, and tips. Their writings range …

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Episode 104: Tim Walz the weird weirdo. Elon Musk and Trump’s conversation on X breaks the Internet and sidesteps media censorship. 17:08

2M ago17:08

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Minnesota Governor Tim Walz calls the kettle weird. Elon Musk’s Trump interview destabilizes the Western World’s censorship regime.

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When to use 'the' before a noun. Why rhymes help us remember. Opening a lime. 18:22

2M ago18:22

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1008. We look at why you have to use "the" before some nouns and not others, and then we dive into the science behind why rhymes stick in our memory and how they can even influence our beliefs. The "articles before nouns" segment was written by Neal Whitman, an independent writer and consultant specializing in language and grammar and a member of t…

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Episode 103: DEI, marooned astronauts, and Kamala Harris. American democracy is starting to look a lot like Venezuela’s. 23:04

2M ago23:04

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DEI may have stranded two astronauts in Earth orbit and saddled America with Kamala Harris as president. Venezuelan strongman Maduro steals presidential election USA style.

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Tell The Damn Story ep 324: How To Craft Impactful Opening Scenes. 32:27

2M ago32:27

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This time, host Alex Simmons and Chris Ryan will explore the art and craft, the power and purpose, of the opening scene, one of the most critical aspects of any narrative. Chris, a seasoned journalist and published author, advocates for dropping readers right into the action, while Alex, an award-winning writer, underscores the power of setting moo…

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Matryoshka of Lies. Episode 4: Imperial Innocence feat. Botakoz Kassymbekova 20:02

2M ago20:02

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This episode explores the concept of "Imperial Innocence" with Dr. Botakoz Kassymbekova, a prominent Qazaq thinker. We delve into how Russia perpetuates the image of a victimized nation to justify its history of brutal invasions and ongoing colonialism. Dive into "Matryoshka of Lies" with Maksym Eristavi, author of the illustrated guidebook "Russia…

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068_Elvis Fraser: Advancing Social Justice and Equity through MLE 51:06

2M ago51:06

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Elvis Fraser comes to the Swamp to share his commitment to helping non-profit organizations realize greater measurable results from their social impact investments through wise monitoring, learning and evaluation strategies. He and his Sanfoka Consulting team align their strategies to advance social justice and equity in all aspects of their work. …

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Why singers lose their accents. Why the 'I before E' rule is weird. 18:29

2M ago18:29

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1007. Why do Adele and Susan Boyle sound American when they sing? We have answers. Plus, with all the talk about "weird" lately, we think it's time to examine the old "I before E except after C" rule that has so many exceptions it's hardly a rule at all — until you add W for "weird." The singing segment is written by Susan K. Herman, a former multi…

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Ep. 34 - Sleep, Synchronicities, & How to End a Podcast? (with Dr. Megan Anna Neff) 1:17:52

2M ago1:17:52

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Ep. 34 - Sleep, Synchronicities, & How to End a Podcast? (with Dr. Megan Anna Neff)Inspired by a conversation between Bruce and Kara around Kara’s horrible sleeping patterns, the Autistic Tidbits & Tangents team invited guest Dr. Megan Anna Neff, a neurodivergent psychologist and co-host of the Divergent Conversations podcast, to deep-dive into com…

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