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Brian Foden
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Old Asian Lady
Brian Foden: After 26 Years Abroad, Repatriation, Connection and Growth
In this episode of #OldAsianLady, a Canadian with a multifaceted career opens up about his bold move to Taiwan in 1999. His experiences as a journalist, broadcaster, teacher, writer, and voice over artist. Now after 26 years, Brian is moving his cross cultural family back to his home country reflecting on the uncertainties of returning to a familiar yet changed landscape. Join us as we explore the emotional, cultural, and practical aspects of relocation—a journey filled with nostalgia, decision-making, and new beginnings.
2025-05-21
1h 03
FPL USA Press Play
Dropkick Murphy - DGW32 ft. Josh from @hailcheaters - Episode #89
DGW32 Preview hitting your airwaves ft. a #FPLUSA legend, Josh from @hailcheaters! The trio discuss their green arrows in GW31, with Brian nearing the Top 1000 before bantering about asset situations at ARS, NEW, CRY, & AVL. With chip season in full swing, the lads also discuss their strategies and ways to climb rank. Then they end on #FPLCommunity questions on Gabriel, Foden, Saka, & Triple Captaincy.
2025-04-09
1h 23
if the PHRASE fits
Special Announcement
This isn't exactly an episode. It's really an announcement. First, I'd like to let you know I'll be starting a YouTube version of if the PHRASE fits. It's the same concept and name, but with graphics! Hope you enjoy it. Second, in order to develop the YouTube channel, I'm stepping back from writing and producing the audio podcast. All the podcasts will still be available if you'd like to review any of the previous 52 episodes. Thanks for your support over the last year!
2024-05-07
01 min
if the PHRASE fits
New(ish) Slangs: if the PHRASE fits
Do you know what "Situationship" means? Maybe you're in one and don't even know it. You might know "Phubbing" and "Woke", but do you know their origin stories? Find out in this episode of this entertaining podcast.
2024-04-30
07 min
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Accepting the Negative
Life isn't all a bowl of cherries. Sometimes, things don't go your way. In this episode, I look at 3 expressions people use to console themselves or others when failure occurs: That's life; There's no use crying over spilt milk, and You can't win 'em all.
2024-04-23
06 min
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Famous Misquotes: Idioms & Proverbs Different from the Original Expressions
On this episode, find out how the following misquotes were originally stated: We're not in Kansas anymore; Houston, we have a problem, and Money is the root of all evil.
2024-04-16
05 min
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More Expressions to Describe People
In this podcast episode about expressions based on people's habits and behavior, learn the interesting origins of Night owl, Early bird, and Tightwad.
2024-04-09
06 min
FPL USA Press Play
GW32 Preview - Na-cho Gameweek - Episode #43
@FPLUSABrian & @FPLUSABux drop a quick midweek pod to recap #GW31 and fast forward to #GW32 with the deadline around the corner. The gents roast Brian's terrible GW, praise Foden & Palmer, and lament on the big hitters of Salah, Haaland, & Saka all being worthless this week. Thanks for the quick listen!
2024-04-05
31 min
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The Beauty of it all: Expressions about Beauty
In this episode, I take a look at 3 famous expressions about physical appearance: Beauty is in the eye of the beholder; Beauty is only skin deep, and Eye candy. Find out about the fascinating history and origins of these idiomatic terms.
2024-04-02
08 min
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If the Flag Fits: Idioms with Nationalities
In this episode, I look at 3 idioms related to different nationalities: It's Greek to Me; Pardon my French, and Go Dutch. Find out the interesting origins of these expressions.
2024-03-27
08 min
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Pearls of Wisdom: Proverbs that Offer Advice
Featuring 3 famous proverbs about advice: Don't judge a book by its cover; Don't bite off more than you can chew, and Rome wasn't built in a day.
2024-03-19
09 min
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Irish Expressions - Just in time for St. Patrick's Day
Leave it to the land of the leprechauns to come up with some colorful expressions that will make you scratch your head. In this episode, I look at 3: Crack; Away with the fairies, and The Jacks. Happy St. Paddy's Day to you all on March 17!
2024-03-12
08 min
Open Mic Pain
Comedy On Purpose With Alana Foden
This week we sit down with the wonderful Alana Foden! Alana is a Comic, Booker/Promoter, and sell sex toys! How does all this intermingle? Listen to find out! You can catch Alana every third Thursday at SoHo in Hudson, NH! This month on March 21, at SoHo, you can see Brian Muenzer, Chris Cameron, and George Newton! On March 23, At Stonebridge Country Club in Goffstown, NH, a free show with dinner! Sara Poulin, Nick Gordon, Phil Douglas, and Chris Tabb You should also sign up for Alana's e-mail list to keep up to date with all of her awesome shows...
2024-03-10
1h 13
The High Kicks Podcast
Darwizzy to the Rescue!; City Keep Rolling
Liverpool survived a valiant effort from Forest this weekend thanks to a late header by the King of Chaos. Darwin Nunez saved the Reds once again. Marcus Rashford scored the potential goal of the season before Manchester United's daddy, Phil Foden, took over the game and delivered a 3-1 win for the Cityzens. Arsenal continue to slaughter the league with a 6-0 thrashing of Sheffield United. That result gives the Gunners a +22 GD in their last 5 matches.
2024-03-06
55 min
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Expressions We Get from Shakespeare: if the PHRASE fits
Believe it or not, the knock, knock joke may have come from the Bard himself. Other expressions in this episode include What's done is done and Wild goose chase. Find out which famous Shakespearean plays these phrases come from.
2024-03-06
09 min
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Music to My Ears - Idioms with Musical Words
Learn about the origns of 3 phrases that feature either the word "music" or musical words in them: Face the music; Change one's tune, and Strike a chord. Ironically, perhaps, none of them are used to talk about actual music these days!
2024-02-27
07 min
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Sometimes You Gotta Be Rude
It's not nice to be rude, of course, but sometimes people push you too far. Find out the origins of these rude, but not profane, expressions: Get off my back; Put a sock in it, and Get lost! Any suggestions or comments? Please email me at ifthephrasefits@gmail.com
2024-02-20
08 min
Talking Taiwan
Ep 276 | Our Live Podcast Event @ Pic Collage: Highlights and Interesting Stories from 10 Guests in Taipei
On January 25th we held the second in-person event during the Talking Taiwan Election Tour at the PicCollage office in Taipei thanks to John Fan, who was a guest on episode 179 of Taking Taiwan. Many of our past guests, friends and supporters were in attendance at the event, and what made the event extra special for us of course was the chance to meet some of our past guests in-person for the very first time. In this episode you’ll hear me speaking with our previous podcast guests and a few people from the audience als...
2024-02-19
52 min
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The Interesting Chinese Origins of English Phrases
Happy Lunar New Year! In this episode, I look at the origins of Long time no see, No can do, and Gung-ho. You'll never look at those expressions the same way again after this episode!Any suggestions or comments, please contact me at ifthephrasefits@gmail.com
2024-02-13
08 min
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Business Idioms about Working Hard
In this episode, I look at the meanings and origins of 3 phrases: Burn the midnight oil, Burn the candle at both ends, No pain, no gain.
2024-02-06
07 min
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Twisting the Truth: Phrases about Lying & Cheating
Take a walk on the dark side of the English language by looking at the origins of expressions about lying and cheating: Rip off (also Rip-off); Pull a fast one, and Take (something) with a grain of salt.
2024-01-30
09 min
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G'day, Mate: The Meanings and Origins of 3 Expressions Common in Australia
This time, travel Down Under (at least virtually) to look at 3 Aussie phrases: Mickey Mouse; No Worries, and Hit the Frog and Toad. Complete with some bad Australian accents on my part.
2024-01-22
08 min
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British Idioms: Expressions about Differences & their Origins
Time for something different. British expressions as interpreted by a Canadian. What could go wrong? Find out as I tackle the meanings and origins of 3 interesting and fun Briticisms: Chalk and cheese; Swings & roundabouts, and As broad as it is long.
2024-01-16
11 min
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Sticking Your Neck Out and Other Expressions about Taking Risks
Have fun learning about the interesting origins of the following phrases about risk-taking: Stick Your Neck Out; Throw Caution to the Wind, and Calculated Risk. No danger involved while listening to this podcast (watch out for cars, though)!
2024-01-09
07 min
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Right Up Your Alley: Idioms about Likes and Dislikes
Find out why we say the following expressions: (Not) my cup of tea; Right up your alley; Take a shine to.
2024-01-03
06 min
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A New Year's Toast to You
Happy New Year! Discover why we Make a Toast, Ring in the New Year, and Turn over a New Leaf (hint: it's not about trees).
2023-12-27
08 min
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Merry Christmas & other Seasonal Expressions
Ho, ho, ho! Wishing you a Merry Xmas. Hopefully, this Christmas-themed podcast will help you get even more into the spirit of the season. In this show: White Christmas; 'Tis the season; Merry Christmas.
2023-12-19
08 min
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Dogs, Leopards, and Mules: What animals show us about stubborn human behavior
In this episode, I examine two proverbs and one idiom about stubbornness: You can't teach an old dog new tricks; A leopard never changes its spots; As stubborn as a mule.
2023-12-12
06 min
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Money Idioms
Since money is an important aspect of life, (indeed, "money talks"), it's not surprising there are lots of phrases and other expressions with that valuable word in it. In this episode, find out the origin of Time is money, Money doesn't grow on trees, and Money talks. #money #idioms #Time is money #humor #Money talks #history #English #language
2023-12-05
06 min
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When Pigs Fly and Other Idioms of the Impossible
Ever wonder when we started saying "When pigs fly" and why? I also discuss "When Hell Freezes Over" and "Over my dead body." #idioms, #phrases, #English, #history, #humor, #language
2023-11-28
07 min
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Elvis has Left the Building and Other Phrases
In this episode, I look at that famous phrase about Elvis Presley and two others about things being over and not being able to change things: It ain't over till the fat lady sings (The fat lady has sung), and The die is cast.
2023-11-21
08 min
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The Magic of 3: The origins and meanings of English expressions with the number 3
In this new format, I look at 3 idioms with the number 3 in them: Third time lucky (or Third time's a/the charm); Three-ring circus; Three sheets to the wind.
2023-11-14
05 min
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Weather Idioms and their Origins: if the PHRASE fits
Weather is an important aspect of life, so it's no surprise there are a lot of idioms based on various forms of weather. Check out the origins of these phrases: Get wind of something; the Perfect Storm; Calm before the storm; Lightning fast; Take a rain check
2023-11-07
10 min
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In the Know: Expressions related to knowledge and wisdom (or lack thereof)
The meanings and origins of idioms and other phrases used to talk about what people know and don't know: Know something inside (and) out; In the loop; In the dark; Born yesterday; With age comes wisdom.
2023-10-31
09 min
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Idioms about Problems: if the PHRASE fits
Check out the interesting and entertaining origins of the following problem idioms: Between a rock and a hard place; Open a can of worms; Tip of the iceberg; Uphill battle, and Back against the wall.
2023-10-24
11 min
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Work Idioms: Expressions related to bosses and employees
In this episode, I step into the world of work and discuss the origins of the following common words and phrases that can be used to talk about people in corporations, including: Head honcho; Big wig; Slave driver; Low man on the totem pole, and Clock-watcher.
2023-10-17
10 min
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Diving Beneath the Surface of Water Idioms
Check out the origins of idioms related to life's essential element - water. In this episode, discover why we say the following phrases: Water beneath the bridge; Muddy the waters; Hold water; In hot water, and Pour cold water on something.
2023-10-10
09 min
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It's Time Again: Origins of Idioms about Time
Check out these famous phrases all related to time: Time flies; In the blink of an eye; Kill time; Time will tell, In the nick of time
2023-10-03
08 min
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Idioms about Love
Find out about the origins of famous phrases related to everyone's favorite emotion: Head over heels; Love at first sight; Have the hots for someone; Love conquers all; Love is blind.
2023-09-26
08 min
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Decision Time: Origins of Expressions about Making Decisions
In this humorous podcast, find out the meanings and history behind 5 interesting and fun phrases and idioms about decision-making: On the fence; No-brainer; Toss-up; Pros and cons; Flip-flop.
2023-09-19
09 min
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Memorable Idioms: Unforgettable Phrases about Memory
Check out the origins and meanings of 5 idioms all related to memory: On the tip of one's tongue; Rings a bell; Jog one's memory; Draw a blank; Slip one's mind.
2023-09-12
09 min
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Oops! English Expressions about Mistakes: if the PHRASE fits
Learn about why we use idioms and other expressions related to making mistakes. In this episode, the origins of: To err is human, Barking up the wrong tree, Red herring; Eat one's words; Failure is the mother of success.
2023-09-05
11 min
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Expressions related to age: meanings and origins of 5 phrases about old age and youth
In this episode, learn about why we say the following proverbs and idioms: Can't teach a dog new tricks, Over the hill, No spring chicken, Salad days, Make hay while the sun shines.
2023-08-29
08 min
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Going Nowhere Fast: Origins of idioms related to failure.
Learn about the origins and meanings of idioms all related to failure: Stuck in a rut; Spin your wheels; Go nowhere fast; Go round in circles; Comfort zone (OK, this one is not really failing, but it can lead to it). #fun #idioms #history #language #humor
2023-08-22
08 min
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The Seeds of Success: Idioms related to trying hard to succeed.
In episode 15, I look at the following hard-working idioms: Push the envelope; Knuckle down; Pull out all the stops; Go the extra mile; and Go for broke.
2023-08-15
11 min
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if the PHRASE fits: Sports idioms
Check out these idioms that refer to sports in some way and learn about their interesting origins: Ballpark figure/ On the ball/ Drop the ball/ The ball is in one's court/ Give it one's best shot.
2023-08-08
10 min
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If the Phrase fits: Lucky 13 - Origins of idioms based on superstitions
Check out the interesting origins of 5 idioms that all have some basis in superstitious beliefs: Evil eye/ Speak of the Devil/ Knock on Wood/Keep your fingers crossed/ Get off on the wrong foot
2023-08-01
11 min
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if the PHRASE fits: A Numbers Game - Origins of idioms with a number in them.
Learn about the reasons why we say the following phrases: Catch-22 / Behind the eight ball/ On cloud nine/ Six of one, half a dozen of the other/ A dime a dozen
2023-07-25
11 min
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Food for Thought: Origins and meanings of 5 expressions with a food or beverage in them.
Learn about why we say several interesting idioms related to food and drinks: A piece of cake; Take the cake; Go bananas; Don't cry over spilt milk; Spill the beans. A fun, interesting and humorous look at the history of idioms and phrases.
2023-07-18
10 min
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A Word to the Wise: Meanings and origins of phrases about being careful
Learn about the history of five very common expressions related to caution in this entertaining and informative podcast: Better safe than sorry; Don't count your chickens before they hatch; Don't put all your eggs in one basket; Skate on thin ice; Play with fire
2023-07-11
09 min
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The Colors of Your Life: The origins of Idioms with colors in them
An entertaining, interesting, and informative podcast about English expressions featuring a different color in each one: See red; Green with envy; Be or feel blue; White lie, and Brown-nose. Great for native speakers who want to know more about the #history of the #English language as well as upper-intermediate to advanced #ESL learners.
2023-07-04
09 min
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Body Part Idioms: Origins and meanings of famous expressions that include various parts of the body
Discover the mysteries that the English language holds about the following idioms: Play it by ear; Heart of gold; An arm and a leg; Break a leg; See eye to eye. This #podcast is great for native speakers who love the #English language and its #history and for upper-intermediate to advanced #ESL learners.
2023-06-27
09 min
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Angry Words: Origins and meanings of idioms expressing anger and frustration!
Learn the interesting origins of 5 phrases about the powerful emotion of anger: Blow a fuse; Have a short fuse; Hit the Roof; Make one's blood boil, and Go ballistic. And yes, there are some exploding sound effects in this #podcast! Great for native speakers who love the #English language and its #history and for upper-intermediate to advanced #ESL learners.
2023-06-20
09 min
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Origins of Expressions Related to Gambling
Check out the origin stories and meanings of the following gambling expressions on Episode 6 of "if the PHRASE Fits": Beat the odds; Poker face; Luck of the draw; When the chips are down, and Roll the dice. Great for native English speakers and upper-intermediate to advanced English learners!
2023-06-13
09 min
The Official Man City Podcast
Brian Barry-Murphy & Ben Wilkinson: Academy Special!
In this episode we look ahead to the future, with the help of two of the coaches responsible for developing incredible talents at the club like Phil Foden, Cole Palmer, Rico Lewis, and James McAtee.First up is Brian Barry-Murphy, manager of the Elite Development Squad, who uses his experiences to not just bring out the best in his players, but to prepare them for whatever the future may hold for them. Then we sit down with U18 Lead Coach Ben Wilkinson, and his father Howard - the last Englishman to manage a winning team in England's...
2023-06-12
1h 02
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It Takes all Kinds of People: 5 idioms to describe individuals
In this episode, I look at 5 expressions related to describing people: Pain in the neck/ Cold fish/ Couch potato/ Movers & Shakers/ Smart Cookie. This #podcast is designed for native speakers who love the #English language and its colorful #history and upper-intermediate to advanced #ESL learners. Take a fun stroll through the history of the English language or use it to build your English #vocabulary.
2023-06-06
08 min
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If the PHRASE fits: origins and meanings of English idioms, proverbs, and other phrases
In episode 4 of this entertaining podcast, learn about the origins and meanings of the following phrases: Jump the Gun; Stick to Your Guns; Bite the Bullet; Shoot Down, and Shoot Yourself in the Foot (ouch!). Great for native speakers who love the English language and upper-intermediate to advanced English learners. If you like it, please follow or subscribe.
2023-05-30
09 min
if the PHRASE fits
if the PHRASE fits -Ep. 3 English expressions based on animals
The English language is full of phrases related to all kinds of creatures, great and small, the cute and cuddly ones, and the not-so nice ones, too. Learn about the origins and uses of the following expressions: Don’t Look a Gift Horse in the Mouth/ Hold Your Horses/ Birds of a Feather Flock Together/ Kill Two Birds with One Stone/Pig out
2023-05-23
08 min
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If the PHRASE fits: origins and meanings of English idioms, proverbs, and other phrases
Episode 2 of this entertaining #podcast. Great for native speakers who love the English language and its colorful history and upper-intermediate to advanced ESL learners. In this show, I look at the meanings and origins of the following #idioms & proverbs: If the shoe fits; The shoe is on the other foot; Hat trick; The gloves are off; Tighten (one's) belt. Take a fun stroll through the history of the #English language or use it to build your English #vocabulary.
2023-05-16
08 min
if the PHRASE fits
If the PHRASE fits: origins and meanings of English idioms, proverbs, and other phrases
Episode 1 of this entertaining podcast about the meanings and origins of idioms, proverbs, and other phrases. Great for both native speakers who love the English language and ESL learners at an upper-intermediate to advanced level to learn and build vocabulary. In this episode, I look at "Hit the sack," "Get the sack," "It's raining cats and dogs," "Under the weather," and "Learn the ropes." Hope you like it! If you do, please subscribe. Also, downloading episodes is a good idea to replay for later, especially if you are an ESL learner. Episodes released weekly. To suggest an idea or make...
2023-05-06
08 min
FPL USA Press Play
GW21 Preview - Brighton My Day - Episode #79
Brian and Bux break down DGW20 and their solid results when you take their hits into consideration. The lads then recap GW20 with spicy words for Mitro and Foden/Cancelo, go through their updated watch lists, and then discuss the ramifications of cup matches resulting in future Blank & DGWs. The pod is wrapped up with community questions and transfer plans/captaincy shouts! Thanks for jammin with us.
2023-01-20
1h 06
FPL USA Press Play
DGW20 Preview - Cool Foot Luke - Episode #78
DOUBLE TROUBLE GW IN MANCHESTER! Brian and Bux break down their opposite GW19 scores then jump into all things DGW. They discuss each of the top shouts from MCI, MUN, TOT, & CRY, and then debate what to do with Cancelo, Foden, Darwin, and much more. Thanks for tuning in!
2023-01-10
51 min
Talking Taiwan
Ep 185 | Brian Foden Newscaster for ICRT Talks About How Life has Changed in Taiwan
A note from Talking Taiwan host Felicia Lin: In this episode of Talking Taiwan, I’m speaking with Brian Foden. We’re welcoming Brian back on as a guest after discovering his lost episode that was recorded 10 years ago. Originally from Canada, he’s been living in Taiwan for over 20 years now. We spoke about what Taiwan was like when he first arrived, how it’s changed and what life is like for him these days. Brian is a writer/editor and part-time newscaster at ICRT. Here’s a little previe...
2022-05-25
36 min
Talking Taiwan
Ep 184 | Lost Episodes | Brian Foden
A note from Talking Taiwan host Felicia Lin: As some of you may know, I started hosting Talking Taiwan in 2013, but Talking Taiwan was actually created back in 2012. And we’ve discovered some never before published, “lost” episodes of Talking Taiwan that were recorded 10 years ago! Some of these guests featured in these “lost episodes” may already be familiar to our listeners and some of them will be reintroduced with a follow up interview for us find out what they’re up to these days. Stay tuned every Thursday a new “lost” episode of Talking Taiwan...
2022-05-19
09 min
The All Things Football Show
#18 - Can the Super League succeed with some little tweaks here and there?
For Episode#18 we invited Footy Fanatics podcaster, Brian. Brian is a die hard Real Madrid fan, so he had to pull up and talk about that legendary comeback against PSG that happened last week.Brian is also a master at instigating discussions. So, we discussed:Arsenal Saka vs Foden PSG OwnershipAFC AjaxThe Super League among others. It's a longer episode this week, but I promise you, it's worth it! Go follow our boys @footyfanaticsfc and give them a shout out! We hope you enjoy our discussions. Please rate and review...
2022-03-16
1h 43
4-toget
Superliga, kreahelte og alkoholfrie ølentusiaster
I 2020, tilbage i september, fik H.C. Andersen Børne- og Ungehospital i Odense nye ansatte – og det var ikke bare en læge, sygeplejerske eller radiograf. Det var en helt. En kreahelt. Og i denne måned er samme stilling også besat på sygehuset i Hjørring, ligesom der siden januar har været en kreahelt i Aalborg. Superligaen afgøres i dag. Vi tager temperaturen på dagen fra eksperter og fans inden det helt store fodboldopgør går i gang. Hvad der startede som en bette klub i Frederikshavn, er nu blevet et nærmest landsdækkende foretage...
2021-05-24
54 min
Sportsugen
Verdens største padelturnering kommer til Danmark, vagthund møder kritik og curlingkvinderne skal til vinter-OL
Verdens største turneringsserie i den fremadstormende ketsjersport padel kommer til Danmark. I Sportsugen kan du høre fra en af de danske arrangører. Etisk komité under Danmarks Idrætsforbund møder kritik. Den skal vi høre, ligesom vi skal høre modsvaret fra DIF. Doping kædes oftest sammen med cykelsport, men det foregår faktisk også i travsport og galop. Det skal vi ligeledes blive klogere på i dag. Anledeningen er en højtprofileret sag fra det verdensberømte Kentucky Derby. Danmarks nye cykelkomet hedder Jonas Vingegaard. Han har fået sit store gennembrud i 2021. Nu skal han til To...
2021-05-13
55 min
Copy Southbound Podcast
Peter Abood
In this episode we speak to Peter Abood, son of Brian Abood of the iconic Abood's Transport from Northmead in Sydney. Well known for their fleet of Foden's and Thorneycroft's, Abood's were just as well known for their ingenuity as they were for their reputation as a fair, honest and hard working family. We hope you enjoy hearing the story of the commonly referred to 'Gentlemen of the Highway'.
2020-12-22
2h 50
Danskerbingo
Tyvenes værste frygt og en økse under puden
I næste uge går vi i krig mod Curlingklubben. Vi skal battle om, hvem der kan samle flest penge ind til Danmarks Indsamling, og vi forventer, at det bliver grimt. Derfor efterlyser vi erfaringer fra andre, som har været i voldsomme konkurrencer på jobbet. Brian ringer og fortæller om stridigheder i det københavnske ølkuske-miljø, hvor konkurrerende bryggerier saboterer hinanden. Vi trækker en seddel fra Bjørne Corydon og går på jagt efter folk, der sover med ting under hovedpuden. Ayo sover med krystaller for at styre sit tankemylder og forbedre sin søvn. Mikkel sover...
2020-01-23
56 min
The Clock and the Cat
How to learn about complexity
ReferencesBook - Quark and the Jaguar - Murray Gell-MannBook - Complexity - Mitchell WaldropBook - Strategic Management and Organisational Dynamics - Ralph StaceyBook - The Nature of Technology - Brian ArthurOnline resources - Complexity ExplorerCourse - Singapore Complexity InstituteCourse - Complex Systems Summer School - Santa Fe InstituteCourse - Introduction to complexity - Santa Fe InstituteRoland Kupers - BioRoland is an independent advisor on Complexity, Resilience and Energy Transition.
2019-01-11
00 min