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An unofficial podcast for fans of Twilight Imperium and other strategy board games. Each episode is a humorous analysis of mechanics and strategies for new and experienced players alike!
Australian psychologists Amy & Hunter nerd out about all things psychology, from Star Wars to Social Anxiety. Listen in for an independent pod with great chemistry between therapists working in oncology (Hunter) & child psychology (Amy). Each episode focuses on a psychological issue, therapy or simply provides an outlet to overanalyse our favourite tv & film characters. @twoshrinkspod
True crime stories of insane stupidity and exceptional genius.
Join Luke Moore and Pete Donaldson for an unplanned half hour every Monday and Thursday as they pull on the threads of the universe and revel in the discovery of where each one takes them. From ancient history and modern phenomena to the week's events and everything in between, The Luke and Pete Show is your chance to share in the fun of two men with time on their hands and a good idea of how to waste it.
The Audio Long Read podcast is a selection of the Guardian’s long reads, giving you the opportunity to get on with your day while listening to some of the finest journalism the Guardian has to offer, including in-depth writing from around the world on immigration, crime, business, the arts and much more
What do intellectual historians currently investigate? And why is this relevant for us today? These are some of the questions our podcast series, led by graduate students at Cambridge, seeks to explore. It aims to introduce intellectual historians and their work to everyone with an interest in history and politics. Do join in on our conversations! (The theme song of "Interventions | The Intellectual History Podcast" was created at jukedeck.com)
Science and stories from the brightest minds across many disciplines to help youth athletes unlock personal performance & develop their sporting potential.
Spec Script is a podcast where a funny person writes an episode of a tv show that they have never seen. We take their script and do a table read featuring artists from Portland, OR and beyond.
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Why we need to take bad sex more seriously – podcast
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Consent has been portrayed as the cure for all the ills of our sexual culture. But what if the injunction to ‘know what you want’ is another form of coercion? By Katherine Angel. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpodBy The Guardian
On today's episode, Pete dives into discussion about the most satisfying feelings in life, before Luke tells us what shoes to avoid wearing if you don't want to look old. Also on today's show, the boys share hacks on how to make it look like you're working when you're not, before A NEW PLAYER ENTERS THE GAME. Just two boys and a load of batteries -…
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From the archives: Why Silicon Valley billionaires are prepping for the apocalypse in New Zealand
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We are raiding the Audio Long Reads archives and bringing you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors. This week, from 2018: How an extreme libertarian tract predicting the collapse of liberal democracies – written by Jacob Rees-Mogg’s father – inspired the likes of Peter Thiel to buy up property across the Paci…
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186: Victory Points and Objectives part 1
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The fact that we’ve never done an episode specifically about Objectives and Victory Points is either a huge misstep, or completely unnecessary. But here’s one anyways! This is part one where we go over all of the types of victory points, and cover our first section of objectives: Control Objectives. We talked way too much, and so this episode turne…
On today’s show, Pete tells us all about the homemade steaks and professional haircuts he’s been giving his dogs over the weekend. Meanwhile, Luke shares some very questionable news about a Florida man and his pickle. Strap yourselves in. Elsewhere, we chat all things Easter-related with burnt hot cross buns and bird poo-filled Creme Eggs, before t…
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The student and the algorithm: how the exam results fiasco threatened one pupil’s future
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Josiah Elleston-Burrell had done everything to make his dream of studying architecture a reality. But, suddenly, in the summer of 2020, he found his fate was no longer in his hand. By Tom Lamont. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpodBy The Guardian
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Damage: the silent forms of violence against women – podcast
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The most insidious kinds of violence are those that cannot be seen, because those with the power to inflict harm are blind to the consequences of their actions. By Jacqueline Rose. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpodBy The Guardian
On today's episode, Luke and Pete give us the rundown on their new film idea, 'The Bitcoin Boys', after hearing that Cocaine Bear is coming to the big screen. We've also got battery brands, pastry sponsorships and a heated rant about not-so-self-made celebrities. GET STUCK IN! We love hearing from you so make sure you get in touch on our Twitter an…
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From the archives: The fall of Saigon: witnessing the end of the Vietnam war
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We are raiding the Audio Long Reads archives and bringing you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors. This week: In a special tribute to Martin Woollacott, the Guardian’s former foreign correspondent and foreign editor, who has died at the age of 81, Alan Rusbridger reflects on his fondest memories of Martin an…
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185: Naaz-Rokha Alliance Introduction
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With all of the recent episodes about Exploration and Relics, we were clearly building up to SOMETHING. And that something is finally here. The Naaz-Rokha Alliance are white hot right now, so we’re already overdue for introducing them. Spoiler: they’re a really good faction and you probably didn’t even need us to tell you how to do well with them. …
On today’s episode, Luke and Pete are discussing their funeral wishes and mourning the loss of Maplin from the high street. It’s not all doom and gloom though, as the Suez Canal, garden centres and big bums are also on the agenda. Get in touch on Twitter, or send us an email at hello@lukeandpeteshow.com! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-ou…
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'My body is unserviceable and well past its sell-by date': the last days of Avril Henry – podcast
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Avril Henry lived a fulfilling life, but as age took hold and her body failed, it was one she no longer believed was worth living. Why did the law stand in her way? By Katie Engelhart. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpodBy The Guardian
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EP 103: Dr Alex Roberts - Talent Is Not Objective
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Talent Is Not Objective Dr Alex Roberts (@AlexHRoberts) teaches at La Trobe University in Australia and conducts research focusing on skill acquisition, talent identification and the science of coaching. In this conversation, Alex and I discuss her childhood growing up as a high-achieving Aussie, her journey as an athlete in the NCAA system and her…
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Hunting the men who kill women: Mexico’s femicide detective – podcast
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Although femicide is a recognised crime in Mexico, when a woman disappears, the authorities are notoriously slow to act. But there is someone who will take on their case. By Meaghan Beatley. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpodBy The Guardian
On today’s show, Pete describes an intense 50 mph visit to the supermarket with a co-driver he has access to, meanwhile Luke asks what the most enjoyable feeling in the world is. We’ve also got new battery brands, steampunk stories and emergency ‘flashlights’, plus Luke gives us some tactical insight into how to master playing PUBG. Come and get in…
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From the archive: The real story behind the fake 'Islamic plot' to take over schools
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We are raiding the Audio Long Reads archives and bringing you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors. This week, from 2017: In 2014, documents alleging a conspiracy to Islamise Birmingham schools were leaked to the media, sparking a national scandal. The papers were debunked – but the story remains as divisive …
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184: Root - Learning the Underground Duchy
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Today we get to complete the meat of our Learning Root episodes (don’t worry, we have more planned!) by learning the Underground Duchy. A faction of order and structure, fittingly, has many detailed ways of playing. Here, we cover what we believe to be one of the safest and easiest to pick up Duchy strategies, saving some of the more complicated st…
On today’s show, Pete introduces us to some shocking takeaway revelations while finishing off his Chinese for breakfast, before the boys discuss the rather unappetising elements of the 1904 Olympics. That's not all - there are giant men on Luke's roof, Pete's been stripping in public over the weekend and a listener gets in touch with an incredibly …
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Under pressure: why athletes choke – podcast
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What makes an elite sports star suddenly unable to do the very thing they have been practising for years? And is there anything they can do about it? By A Mark Williams and Tim Wigmore. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpodBy The Guardian
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The rich vs the very, very rich: the Wentworth golf club rebellion – podcast
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When a Chinese billionaire bought one of Britain’s most prestigious golf clubs in 2015, dentists and estate agents were confronted with the unsentimental force of globalised capital. By Samanth Subramanian. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpodBy The Guardian
On today’s show, Pete’s talks us through installing cow udders into his car, meanwhile Luke explores some fishy business involving mysterious prawn ball ingredients... Elsewhere, we discuss jellyfish peeing etiquette and how to inject Minstrels before A NEW PLAYER ENTERS THE GAME. GET INVOLVED! Have you installed something bizarre into your car? Or…
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From the archive: Trident: the British question
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We are raiding the Audio Long Reads archives and bringing you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors. This week, from 2016: The Trident debate is not simply about submarines and missiles. It touches almost every anxiety about the identity of the United Kingdom, and could tell us what kind of country – or countr…
Exploration has been sufficiently covered, but we left Relics on the table. There’s only a handful of them to cover, so to round out the episode, we’re also squeezing Legendary Planets into the discussion for today’s component episode. Stick around to make sure you hear about all 13 relics in Prophecy of Kings! 7:21 - Nomad Introduction Errata 15:5…
Movement is Life Aaron (@movement_yoda) works at Apiros, a movement culture based in Santa Cruz, California, where he connects with athletes from developmental level to the professional. Aaron graduated from the University of California Davis with a degree in Genetics before going on to earn a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Azusa Pacific Un…
On today’s show, Luke introduces his new moustache and tells us all about its important purpose, before Pete shares news about being mistaken for a model. Elsewhere, we review your generic Mum behaviours before the boys discuss their own, and a listener gets in touch with some exciting TV stories including their inspiring You’ve Been Framed debut. …
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Rock of ages: how chalk made England – podcast
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Swathes of England’s landscape were shaped by the immense block of chalk that has lain beneath it for 100 million years. For a long time, even geologists paid it little heed – but now its secrets and symbolism are being revealed. By Helen Gordon. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpod…
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69 - Sexual Assault: How to Respond to a Disclosure
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This episode we’re talking about an unashamedly heavy topic. Given the recent events in Australian Parliament, we wanted to talk about how psychologists, friends and family members of people who have been sexually assaulted can respond. How you can best support someone who’s beginning to share their story, even when you don’t know what to say. If y…
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The day my voice broke: what an injury taught me about the power of speech – podcast
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When I damaged my vocal cords, I was forced to change the way I spoke – and discovered how much our voices reveal who we are. By John Colapinto. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpodBy The Guardian
On today’s episode, Pete explains his current Tyskie drought situation, before the boys discuss ‘the dank scale’ and some weekend pothole adventures. Elsewhere, Luke shares some more valuable life hacks and a listener gets in touch with news on how to polish your chocolates. Also on today’s show, A NEW PLAYER ENTERS THE GAME... but there’s some con…
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From the archives: 88 days trapped in bed to save a pregnancy
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We are raiding the Audio Long Reads archives and bringing you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors. This week, from 2017: Months before she was due to give birth, disaster struck for Katherine Heiny. Doctors ordered her to lie on her side in bed and not move – and gave her a 1% chance of carrying her baby to …
We’ve done a close look at the Nomad before, but that was back in the before-times when we were only being given a teaser of them by Dane. Now we’ve had time to sink our teeth in, and so, we can now present our Introduction to the, by far, coolest new faction in the game. They drive a Volkswagen around the galaxy while traveling through time, what …
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EP 101: Daniel Greenwood - Using Science to Help People
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Using Science to Help People Daniel Greenwood (@DanielGreenw00d) is a scientist. He spends his days with athletes, coaches and other service providers solving interesting problems in sport. Dan started his sport science journey in Sydney as an undergraduate student. After earning his degree he moved to Canberra to complete postgraduate study at the…
On today’s show, we hear all about Pete’s late-night fridge door antics, before the boys discuss what they’d do as Mayor of London for the day...spoiler alert: imagine a *lot* of gelatine in the Thames. Elsewhere, we discuss life hacks, luxury dining for ducks and some incredible Skittles statistics. Don’t miss out! Do you have any interesting conf…
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Trump's useful thugs: how the Republican party offered a home to the Proud Boys – podcast
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Early in Trump’s presidency, emboldened neo-Nazi and fascist groups came out into the open but were met with widespread revulsion. So the tactics of the far right changed, becoming more insidious – and much more successful. By Brendan O’Connor. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpod…
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How globalisation has transformed the fight for LGBTQ+ rights
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Much progress has been made in attitudes towards sexual equality and gender identity – but in many places a dramatic backlash by conservative forces has followed. By Mark Gevisser. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpodBy The Guardian
On today’s show, the boys discuss the highs and lows of the crisp industry before Pete takes us to his palace, more commonly known as the ‘garage’, for a lesson on BBQs. Elsewhere, we talk about the correct etiquette for a staycation, a listener gets in touch about plane engine failures and A NEW PLAYER ENTERS THE GAME. Got any interesting crisp-ba…
We are raiding the Audio Long Reads archives and bringing you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors. This week: since 1958, a small department of Germany’s government has sought to bring members of the Third Reich to trial. A handful of prosecutors are still tracking down Nazis, but the world’s biggest cold-ca…
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EP 100: Reflections on the first 99 shows
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Reflections on the first 99 Shows Wow! 100 Epidoses! It's been awesome! Today, with the help of my good friend Dan Cooke (@cooke_dm), I take a look back on what I've learnt from the first 99 shows. A massive THANK YOU to you all for sticking with me and I look forward to sharing many more episodes with you. If you have any burning questions you'd l…
It’s time to explore more Prophecy of Kings mechanics! And what better topic than Exploration? It’s the major new mechanical introduction in the expansion and has made the early game vastly different from Base game. This episode doesn’t get into Relics yet, but we discuss the four Exploration decks and what to expect from each of them. 5:20 - Fract…
