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Spy StoryThe Master of Disguise: Sarah Emma EdmondsEpisode Overview"The Master of Disguise: Sarah Emma Edmonds" tells the extraordinary story of a Canadian woman who fled an abusive home, enlisted in the Union Army as Franklin Thompson, and became one of the Civil War's most successful spies. The episode explores how Edmonds used her remarkable ability to assume multiple identities—including an enslaved person, Irish peddler, and Confederate soldier—to gather crucial intelligence behind enemy lines. Her story illustrates the intersection of gender deception, military service, and espionage during America's defining conflict.Key ThemesGender and Identity: The challenges and adva...2025-07-2413 min
ATV-TALK A Motorsport PodcastEpisode 351 Emma Wray: "From CrossFit to the Podium: Chasing MX SuccessNorthern Ireland’s Emma Wray is making her mark in the WXC class of ATV Motocross, swapping CrossFit competitions for race wins on American soil. Her journey is built on determination, hard work, and a passion for competition, both in the gym and on the track.In this episode, Emma shares her story of breaking onto the U.S. scene, her fierce battles with riders like Kinsey Osborn, and the mindset it takes to compete at this level while living far from home. From fitness to focus, it’s all about chasing success on and off the track...2025-07-161h 05
Property Mindset#026 The HMO Expert’s Playbook: Richard Leonard UnfilteredIn this episode, Emma interviews Richard Leonard, a seasoned property investor with over 30 years of experience and a portfolio worth £4.2 million. Richard shares his inspiring journey from a side hustle in property to becoming an HMO (House in Multiple Occupation) expert, driven by personal challenges and a desire for financial freedom. He discusses the intricacies of managing a growing portfolio, the lessons learned from his experiences, and the significance of providing high-quality living spaces for tenants.
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A significant life event, such as a child's illness, can serve as a powerful catalyst for change, p...2025-07-111h 07
Cultural ManifestoJoel Frederiksen on fusing the songs of Leonard Cohen with music of the French RenaissanceListen to an interview with the vocalist and lute player Joel Frederiksen. He’ll be performing in Indiana with the Ensemble Phoenix Munich on July 11th and 13th as part of the Indianapolis Early Music Festival.
Joel Frederiksen is internationally recognized for his interpretations of early music. For over 30 years, Frederiksen has dedicated his career to reviving and reimagining this repertoire. He has collaborated with many of the world’s great early music artists, including Dame Emma Kirkby and Jordi Savall. Frederiksen has toured extensively throughout Europe, and North America. He’s also the founder and artistic director of Ensemble Phoeni...2025-07-0931 min
Library of MistakesEP 40: The Irish Bank Strike (with Emma Horgan)In conversation with Emma Horgan, Russell Napier explores the Irish Bank Strike of 1966, which resulted in shopkeepers and publicans stepping in to keep the economy ticking over as unofficial bankers. What can this extraordinary episode teach us about economics, human resilience – and how we might be able to cope in the event of a huge fintech failure? Emma is the co-author of a paper on the strike, with Dr Sean Kenny and Dr Jason Leonard. If you would like a working copy, please contact Emma at emmahorgan@ucc.ie.2025-06-2430 min
REXDr Emma Leonard - The future of farm automationDom talks with Dr Emma Leonard, founder of Agriknowhow, about the use of automation on farm, barriers to adoption and the fourth wave of innovation in agriculture. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.2025-05-2018 minREXREX May 20th - Mike Casey from Forest Lodge, Jo Grigg from Tempello and Dr Emma Leonard from AgriknowhowOn today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Mike Casey, co-creator of all-electric cherry orchard Forest Lodge near Cromwell and chief executive of Rewiring Aotearoa, about his latest initiative, 'Adopt a Cherry Tree', deploying the world's first electric sprayer and the success of the last season's cherry harvest... He talks with REX Producer Jo Grigg about the recent Century Farms NZ Awards in Lawrence, her family's participation in this year's event and the importance of the awards in preserving NZ's farming legacy... And he talks with Dr Emma Leonard, founder of Agriknowhow, about the use of automation on farm...2025-05-2053 min
Art Ladders: The Creative ClimbEpisode 98: Conversation with Emma Golden on the Golden Foundation's Residencies.We are joined with Emma Golden, executive director of the Sam and Adele Golden Foundation for the Arts. The Golden Foundation was conceived as a way to thank the community of artists for their support, encouragement and friendship. For the Golden family and friends, the Golden Foundation is also a means of celebrating the legacy of Sam and Adele.Emma paints a story in this episode that honors that legacy by sharing stories of her grandparents, Sam and Adele Golden and her parents, Mark and Barbara Golden as they all embarked on the founding of Golden Artist...2025-05-1348 min
Fully CoveredThe Evolution of Insurance Regulation in Ireland: Have We Found the Right Balance?In this episode, I am joined by Gary Staken from Finalyse, who shares his expert perspective on the significant milestones that have shaped the insurance regulatory landscape in Ireland. Gary takes us on a journey through the key regulatory developments, offering a detailed look at how the industry has evolved over time and what these changes mean for insurers and consumers today. Whether you're in the insurance sector or just curious about how regulation impacts the industry, this conversation provides valuable insights into the past, present, and future of Ireland's insurance regulations.2025-04-0743 min
Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain‘Betrayal’ starring Robert Sean Leonard runs at Goodman through March 30th
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Most people know Robert Sean Leonard from his role as Dr. James Wilson in the medical drama House, or his star turn as a young man in Dead Poet’s Society (1989) with Robin Williams, Ethan Hawke and others. Now, Leonard appears as Jerry, the best friend of Robert (played by Ian Barford) and who is having an affair with Robert’s wife Emma (played by the legendary Helen Hunt). The work of Harold Pinter, the...2025-03-1400 minFully CoveredReinsurance Renewal: Market Insights and Emerging TrendsJoin us for a deep dive into the 2025 reinsurance renewal season, where we analyse the key factors shaping the market, including pricing trends, capacity challenges, and evolving underwriting strategies. Whether you're a broker, underwriter, or industry observer, this episode will provide valuable perspectives on navigating the complexities of the renewal period.2025-03-0329 min
Léargas: A Podcast by Gerry AdamsBrendan McFarlane | Taking a Stand | Fáilte abhaile LeonardBrendan McFarlaneOn Tuesday we buried our friend and comrade Brendan McFarlane. Bik texted me just over 2 weeks or so ago to say he was back in hospital. He had been battling cancer for some time. A few days later the medics stopped his treatment. There was nothing else they could do for him. Suddenly and unexpectedly he was gone. He died peacefully surrounded by his loving family.My solidarity and sympathy to Lene, a mighty woman, and to their children Emma, Tomás and Tina, his brother Gerard and the wider family c...2025-03-0214 min
Minnesota Native NewsLeonard Peltier’s HomecomingThis week on Minnesota Native News, the recent homecoming celebration for recently released AIM activist Leonard Peltier. We also cover state-wide and federal headlines affecting Indigenous nations.Scripting: Deanna StandingCloud, Reporting & Voicing: Emma Needham,Voicing & editing: Britt Aamodt, andHost: Marie Rock2025-02-2705 min
The Next ChapterHeartland actor Michelle Morgan and author Emma Hooper talk Canada Reads, hip-hop and history in these music reads, and moreMichelle Morgan talks about championing Etta and Otto and Russell and James by Emma Hooper in the March debates; music journalist Del Cowie recommends his favourite music reads; why Toronto musician Nicky Lawrence talks loves Agent Josephine by Damien Lewis; and exploring books set in Montreal on this episode of The Next Chapter.Books discussed on this week's show include:Emma and Otto and Russell and James by Emma HooperAgent Josephine by Damien LewisMy Black Country by Alice RandallRise Up and Sing by...2025-02-2251 minFully CoveredChief Executive Officer at Injuries Resolution BoardIn this episode, Rosalind shares an insightful overview of the Injuries Resolution Board, covering its origins, purpose, and organisational structure. She delves into the Board's objectives and offers invaluable perspectives on its impact within the claims environment. So, grab a cuppa, settle in, and enjoy this engaging conversation!2025-01-2430 min
Minnesota Native NewsLeonard Peltier Granted Clemency, Native Governance Center Under New LeadershipThis week, former President Biden granted Indigenous activist Leonard Peltier clemency, and there's new leadership at the Native Governance Center in Minneapolis. Producers: CJ Younger, Emma Needham, Travis ZimmermanHost: Marie RockExecutive Producer: Emma Needham2025-01-2305 min
Author's Afterword110: Emma Cowell (The Island Love Song)Charlie and Emma Cowell (The Island Love Song) discuss the Greek island of Hydra, reactions from readers in regards to IVF and polyamory plot threads, early onset dementia, and the Parthenon sculptures. A transcript is available on my site General references: Leonard Cohen's Bird On A Wire The photo of the lady in shadow that Emma took The Pirate Bar, Hydra Books mentioned by name or extensively: Emma Cowell: One Last Letter From Greece Emma Cowell: The House In The Olive Grove Emma Cowell: The Island Love...2024-11-251h 03Fully CoveredEuropean Insurance Forum Special – Part 2Fully Covered had the privilege of interviewing guest speakers and sponsors live at the European Insurance Forum, held at Dublin Castle on 17th October. In Part 2 of the podcast, we feature interviews with several keynote speakers as we delve deeper into the theme, "Insuring a World in Transition." So, grab a cuppa and enjoy!Next years forum will be hold on Thursday 16th October 2025.2024-11-2251 min
Gamers Change LivesThe Hunt for Talent: How Can Networking Land You a Job in Esports
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In this episode of the Gamers Change Lives podcast, host Tom Leonard speaks with Ben Finnegan and Emma O'Neill from Feenix Group about their personal journeys into the gaming industry, the evolution of their agency, and the importance of networking and diversity in eSports. They discuss their current roles, the significance of real-world experience in hiring, and how self-promotion can lead to career opportunities in the gaming sector. In this conversation, Ben Finnegan and Emma O'Neill discuss the intricacies of hiring in the startup and gaming industries, emphasizing the importance of personal connections, cultural n...2024-11-0940 minFully CoveredEuropean Insurance Forum Special – Part 1Fully Covered had the pleasure of interviewing guest speakers and sponsors live from the European Insurance Forum at Dublin Castle on 17th October. This year’s theme, "Insuring a World in Transition," sparked insightful discussions on the future of insurance. So, grab a cuppa, sit back, and enjoy the episode! Don’t forget to like and share wherever you listen to podcasts.2024-11-0851 min
SurroTalesAndy Leonard: Dad via International SurrogacyAndy's story proves just how global surrogacy can be. Andy lives in Australia and has had two children via surrogacy...each in a different country! First, he shares his experience with having his son via surrogacy in Canada, followed by the story of bringing his daughter into the world through surrogacy in Argentina. He shares the many twists and turns his story took, the differences in navigating surrogacy in both countries and the amazing surrogacy community he's built along the way. He also shares helpful advice for intended parents who might be interested in going down an international surrogacy...2024-10-201h 15
MusesLeonard Cohen & Marianne Ihlen, with guest Nick Broomfield (Leonard & Marianne)In this episode Dr. Emma Nagouse (You're Dead To Me) and Dan Smith (Bastille) are musing about a muse: Marianne Ihlen, who inspired Leonard Cohen to write many of his most famous songs, such as Bird On A Wire and So Long, Marianne. Their relationship inspired Nick Broomfield's documentary Marianne & Leonard: Words of Love, which in turn inspired Dan/Bastille's song Leonard & Marianne, which you can listen to here: https://bastille.lnk.to/LeonardEmma and Dan are delighted to be joined in the studio by Nick himself, who explains how he first came to meet...2024-10-161h 00
Journeys into Genealogy podcastGetting started with DNA with Michelle LeonardDNA expert Michelle Leonard shares the do's and don'ts for anyone who is considering doing a DNA test and what to do once you have your results. She explains what information you receive when you test and how far back you can reliably trace your ancestors. With advice on how to organize matches, the definition of a 'genetic community', how reliable Ancestry's ThruLines and Origins are, whether you should upload your results to more than one company and if books and courses are helpful and much more. There is a separate Journeys into Genealogy on Substack interview o...2024-08-0653 min
Author's AfterwordMilestone 05: Liz Fenwick, Emma Cowell, Ronali Collings, Tammye HufCelebrating 100 episodes of this podcast, Charlie is Joined by Liz Fenwick, Emma Cowell, Ronali Collings, and Tammye Huf, for a general bookish chat. We start off with an excellent conversation on the industry's use of 'women's fiction' when the genderless 'commerical fiction' would do very well. Please note there is one use of 'damn' in this episode. A transcript is available on my site General references: Leonard Cohen's Bird On A Wire The 'Women in Love' panel Liz was on was part of the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2015 The Constant Gardener (film...2024-08-0550 min
Book Vs Movie Podcast310 to Yuma (2007) Christian Bale, Russell Crowe, Elmore Leonard, Glenn Ford & Van HeflinBook Vs. Movie: 3:10 to YumaThe 1953 Elmore Leonard Short Story Vs.The 2007 Movie"3:10 to Yuma" (2007) is a Western film directed by James Mangold, based on a short story by Elmore Leonard. It is a remake of the 1957 film of the same name. Here are some key details: The story is set in the late 19th century. It follows Dan Evans (Christian Bale), a struggling rancher and Civil War veteran who volunteers to escort the captured outlaw Ben Wade (Russell Crowe) to the town of Contention, where Wade is to board the 3:10 train to...2024-07-291h 04
Friend of a Friend of a BenEpisode 14 - Emma Zammit and Auntie NutOn this week's episode, I match up two of my favourite women in the world- the wickedly talented Emma Zammit (comedian, friend, hero) and my Auntie Nut (writer, podcaster, hero). We talk about nicknames, camping and sleep apnea.Emma Zammit is great. You can follow her here. Go follow her socials and see her live.Socials:Follow the show on Instagram.Follow Ben on Instagram.Fellow Geordie on Instagram.Recorded live at Leonard Street Studios.Production, Editing, Music and Sound Design by Geordie McGrath.Podcast Artwork by Cayden Jansen. Hosted on2024-07-031h 00Fully CoveredThe impact of IAF/SEAR on Directors and Officers InsuranceThe Central Bank and other international regulators have been prioritising 'individual accountability' for several years. The introduction of a 'Senior Executive Accountability Regime' ('SEAR') in Ireland is a significant step in that development. In this episode Stephen D’Ardis from Arthur Cox provides very valuable insights into the impact of IAF/SEAR on D&O Insurance and provides some sound advice as to what firms should do to ensure their D&O remains appropriate considering the recent changes.2024-06-1226 min
Farms Advice PodcastEmma Leonard: "Agtech needs to be developed to be 9X the value". Finding what works for you on farm within the digital landscape.Welcome to the Farms Advice Podcast we we chat everything farming and DIGITAL AG is top of the agenda today. Emma Leonard, an expert in digital agriculture, discusses the challenges and opportunities of adopting AgTech in Australian agriculture. She highlights the importance of reliable connectivity and the need for digital transformation in the industry. Emma explains the concept of the fourth wave of innovation in agriculture, which involves the integration of digital technologies, machine learning, and automation. She also discusses the different sectors where precision agriculture is being implemented and the economic analysis of adopting AgTech. 2024-04-2250 min
Friend of a Friend of a BenEpisode 2: Emma Holland and AvaOn this week's episode, I match up with two of my weirdest friends - television's Emma Holland (Thank God You're Here, The Cheap Seats) and Ava (a woman I've known for 5 years but we don't remember how we met) in attempt to forge another new friendship. We talk Ava's crazy PHD, we pilfer through wallets, and Emma reviews every single jingle we've got.Emma Holland is great. You can follow her here. Go watch her Fresh Blood series and see her live.Socials:Follow the show on Instagram.Follow Ben on Instag...2024-04-1055 minFully CoveredSharon Donnery, Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of IrelandIn the latest episode of Fully Covered, Sharon Donnery, the Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Ireland, shared some excellent insights into the role of the Central Bank, the current macroeconomic environment, challenges in the Irish insurance sector, and the Regulatory and Supervisory priorities for the Central Bank in 2024. Thank you, Sharon, for the enlightening conversation! #CentralBankOfIreland #InsuranceSector #RegulatoryPriorities #FullyCoveredI would also like to thank Arthur Cox for their support and sponsorship of this episode. Arthur Cox is an “all-island” firm with offices in Dublin and Belfast and their practice encompasses all aspects of corporate and...2024-03-2940 minFully CoveredSharon Donnery, Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of IrelandIn the latest episode of Fully Covered, Sharon Donnery, the Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Ireland, shared some excellent insights into the role of the Central Bank, the current macroeconomic environment, challenges in the Irish insurance sector, and the Regulatory and Supervisory priorities for the Central Bank in 2024. Thank you, Sharon, for the enlightening conversation! #CentralBankOfIreland #InsuranceSector #RegulatoryPriorities #FullyCovered2024-03-2941 minFully CoveredPaddy Ryan, MD - Gallagher Re IrelandThis episode sees the return of Paddy Ryan where we delve into the intricate world of the year end 2023 reinsurance renewal. The 2022 renewal was called ‘chaotic’ by most but normality seems to have returned and dare I say it, confidence is back. Paddys charisma and expertise is second to none so don’t miss out on this really informative episode. Please like and share wherever you get your podcasts. 2024-03-0634 min
Do You Know What I Mean?DYKWIM? Cap.629 I Found You, Austin Hartley-Leonard & Quincy Coleman. Recitan Emma Caballero y Carlos Maluenda¿Sabes qué dice esta simpática canción de amor? Escucha la letra de I Found You, de Austin Hartley-Leonard, adaptada al español y recitada por Emma Caballero y Carlos Maluenda.
Do You Know What I Mean? Capítulo 6292024-03-0505 minFully CoveredDomhnall Cullinan, Director of Insurance Supervision - Central Bank of IrelandWould you like to understand more about the Central Bank of Irelands Insurance Directorate and its priorities for 2024? Then please look no further! My first guest of 2024 is Domhnall Cullinan, the Director of Insurance Supervision in the CBI. We discussed the structure of the Insurance Directorate, the PRISM model, the challenges in the sector, the CBI’s priorities for 2024 and much more!Please like and subscribe, wherever you get your podcasts and as always thank you for the continued support! I have some amazing guests lined up for 20242024-02-0639 min
Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac: improv comedy podcastS1E2: Silly or Serious? ft. Kat Hoyos & Emma LeonardStraight from your TV Guide and into Ru’s Chit-Chat-Cadillac are two of Sydney’s finest actor/improv combos. Featuring Kat Hoyos (Amazing Grace, Here Come the Habibs) and Emma Leonard (800 Words, Home & Away) giving us the actor’s tea on improvisation.
If you're in Sydney and keen to see some improv, catch Scary Strangers upcoming shows at www.scarystrangers.com/shows
Creator & Host: Ru Halwala
Co-Host & Tech: Tom Stevenson // Kermit the Frog
Theme Song: Jason Kenkel
Presented by Scary Strangers
IG...2024-01-0908 min
Lemons and PineapplesEpisode 32: 7 Ways Tarot Cards Can Help You Get UnstuckSend us a textI recently discovered (and by discovered I mean admitted what I've known all along) that I'm a closet mystic, thanks to some amazing plant medicine journeys and allowing my inner wisdom some time in the limelight I present to you a podcast episode about Tarot!I've been using Tarot cards as a tool for greater self knowledge and introspection for a while and after an amazing response when I offered Tarot as a tool to my coaching clients, I've officially left the broom cupboard with this one.In this...2023-12-2610 min