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A Lost PlotAvatar: Fire & Ash: A Fantastic Arc with Dizzying SubplotsFind the 9 Points Rating system here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/ Find our review of Avatar: The Way of Water here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2022-12-29T20_39_12-08_00 In this episode, hosts Maverick and Avalon delve into the third installment of the Avatar series, Fire and Ash. They discuss their initial impressions, character developments, and the overarching themes of grief, family, and environmentalism. The conversation highlights the film's strengths and weaknesses, particularly in storytelling and character arcs, while also addressing the portrayal of villains and the visual spectacle th...
2025-12-241h 15
The Lucy Ann Lance Show121825 ~ Leaked DMs from UM Regents - James DicksonDecember 18, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by James Dickson, Veteran Reporter, Michigan Enjoyer / Host, The James Dickson Podcast. The machinations of a University of Michigan regent have been revealed through leaked communications published in the Michigan Enjoyer. They clearly show behind the scene moves to thwart efforts of top leadership in the athletic department and the president's office. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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2025-12-1812 min
A Lost PlotPirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End: Is Jack Sparrow A Hero or a Scoundrel?Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/ Find the review for Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2025-10-30T04_00_00-07_00 In this episode, Maverick and Andrew review 'Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End,' discussing their initial impressions, ratings, and the film's plot. They explore Will Turner's evolution from an idealistic hero to a cunning pirate, Bootstrap Bill's tragic fate, and Elizabeth Swann's transformation into a pirate lord. The discussion also covers the antagonistic roles of Davy...
2025-11-051h 24
Liberty Christian FellowshipFaith Is Not a Spectator SportSend us a textAre you watching God move… or are you moving with Him? 🙌In this powerful sermon from Numbers 14:22–24, we’re reminded that faith is not a spectator sport — and neither is Christianity. God is calling His people to participate in His kingdom, not just observe from the sidelines.From James 2 (“Be doers of the Word”) to Philippians and Joshua, this message challenges us to take action — to fight for our promised land and pursue the victory that Christ has already made possible through His blood.We’re not among those who shr...
2025-10-3127 min
A Lost PlotDead Man’s Chest: Monsters of Myth, Twisted Redemption, & Testing Loyalty in a Changing WorldFind the 9 Points Rating System Here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/ Find the Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2025-10-24T08_50_30-07_00 In this episode of the Lost Plot Podcast, hosts Maverick and Andrew delve into the beloved film 'Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl.' In this conversation, Andrew and Maverick delve into the complexities of character dynamics and moral ambiguity in 'Pirates of the Caribbean'. They explore the contrasting motivations of characters li...
2025-10-301h 04
A Lost PlotThe Curse of the Black Pearl: Starting A Breakout FranchiseFind the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/ In this episode of the Lost Plot Podcast, hosts Maverick and Andrew delve into the beloved film 'Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl.' They explore the film's plot, character dynamics, and the compelling nature of its protagonists and antagonists. The discussion highlights the engaging storytelling, character arcs, and the film's impact on the pirate genre. They explore the contrasting motivations of characters like Norrington and Jack Sparrow, the intricacies of loyalty and betrayal among pirates, and the film's c...
2025-10-2453 min
Professor of Perseverance PodcastEp 270 The First Person with Schizophrenia to Bicycle Across Canada, Matthew Dickson Shares His PerseveranceMatthew Dickson has successfully recovered from schizophrenia and he became the first person with the disease to bicycle across Canada in 2023. In 2018, he made the world's first website with all the groups helping people with mental illness in developing countries. He has overcome his adversity with mental illness and helps others to fight and persevere in life.
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2025-09-0544 min
Sunday ExtendedTrials to Triumph | RomansCan God really use pressure, pain, and trials for your good?In this week’s podcast episode, Pastors Jamie and Tommy dive into Romans 5:1-5 to unpack one of the most challenging and powerful truths of the Christian walk: God refines us through pressure.Paul flips the script by saying we should “glory in tribulations” - not because we enjoy pain, but because God is using it as a tool to shape us.From pressure to perseverance.From perseverance to character.From character to unshakable hope.In this e...
2025-08-0650 min
A Lost PlotMan of Steel: The Better, Darker SupermanFind the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/ Find our James Gunn Superman Review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2025-07-17T11_09_50-07_00 In this episode, Maverick and Andrew review 'Man of Steel', discussing its portrayal of Superman's origin, character development, and the significance of Krypton. They analyze the role of General Zod as the antagonist, the influence of Jonathan and Martha Kent, and the character of Lois Lane. The conversation culminates in reflections on the film's lasting impact and its comparison to newer iterations of Su...
2025-07-2653 minLiberty Christian FellowshipA Recipe for SuccessSend us a textToday's Message:- Build your foundation on rock, not sand-You cannot skip steps or only listen to some of the scriptures-We must be doers, not just hearersVerses:Matthew 7:24-272 Kings 2:1-2James 1:22Galatians 5:16-181 Corinthians 2:13-16Romans 12:2
2025-07-2037 min
A Lost PlotSuperman Review (James Gunn) Does Great Actors & Humor Cost the DCU?Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/ Find the Guardians of the Galaxy Review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2023-04-19T06_00_00-07_00 Find The Suicide Squad review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2022-07-20T20_06_24-07_00 In this episode of "A Lost Plot," we dive into the transformative impact of James Gunn on the DC Universe. Known for his unique storytelling style and humor-infused narratives, Gunn brings a fresh perspective to iconic characters like Superman. We explore how his pre...
2025-07-171h 20A Lost PlotSuperman Review (James Gunn) Does Great Actors & Humor Cost the DCU?Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/ Find the Guardians of the Galaxy Review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2023-04-19T06_00_00-07_00 Find The Suicide Squad review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2022-07-20T20_06_24-07_00 In this episode of "A Lost Plot," we dive into the transformative impact of James Gunn on the DC Universe. Known for his unique storytelling style and humor-infused narratives, Gunn brings a fresh perspective to iconic characters like Superman. We explore how his pre...
2025-07-171h 20
Justin BarclayCereal Sellout: What Kellogg’s Sale Means for Michigan’s Future - James Dickson 7-10-25A major Michigan brand is on the chopping block—W.K. Kellogg, the iconic cereal maker, is selling to Italian candy giant Ferrero for $3.1 billion. Justin Barclay and James Dickson break it down, tying the deal to broader concerns about Michigan’s population decline, job losses, and the erosion of local manufacturing. They also dig into Tudor Dixon’s decision not to run in 2026, the early governor's race field, and how Michigan must position itself to win big with Trump’s America First movement. Plus, a hilarious preview of James’ upcoming podcast on the end of TSA's “security theater”—and why jazz, masks...
2025-07-1012 min
Empire Builders with Nick JamesNick James Journey: Building a Resilient Business Empire Through UncertaintyIn this special episode of Empire Builders, the tables are turned as Nick James shares his in-depth interview with Peter Daly-Dickson from the "Not A Straight Line" podcast. Listen in as Peter skillfully guides Nick through the highs and lows of his entrepreneurial journey, drawing out candid stories and valuable insights rarely shared elsewhere. From Nick's early influences at Tony Robbins events as a 12-year-old to rebuilding from zero after losing everything in 2015, this conversation reveals the unpredictable path to success. Nick opens up about his relationship with his business partner Matt, his "Three F's" philosophy (Family...
2025-04-301h 31
The Enjoyer PodcastThe North Remembers feat. Rep. John James | Ep. 82James welcomes Congressman John James as he launches his run for Michigan governor. With faith, grit, and a Trump-aligned vision, James makes the case for bold leadership to restore the state’s economy, schools, and sanity. From combat zones to Congress, he’s ready to come back to fight for Michigan—one policy, one family, one community at a time.Discover more at Enjoyer.com/PodcastFollow John James on X: @JohnJamesMIFollow James Dickson on X: @DownI75 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bon...
2025-04-1640 min
Unabridged: A Book PodcastPercival Everett's JAMES - January 2025 Book Club PickWhat does it mean to explore identity, legacy, and the complexities of family through a literary lens? For our January book club episode of Unabridged, join us as we discuss Percival Everett’s James.
This inventive retelling of Mark Twain's Adventures of Huckleberry Finn reimagines the story from Jim’s perspective, giving voice to a character often overshadowed in the original. Packed with humor, grief, and rich reflection, Everett’s novel invites readers to explore themes of race, agency, and storytelling in a whole new way. Don’t miss this engaging conversation about a brilliant book that...
2025-01-2951 min
Pastor Dickson KabigumilaKUHUSISHA AKILI ZA ROHONI ILI UINUKE - JAMES KALEKWA - DAY 3 - 28 December 2024RETREAT CAMP ABC GLOBAL KUHUSISHA AKILI ZA ROHONI ILI UINUKE - JAMES KALEKWA - DAY 3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-01-081h 25
The Recap SequenceEpisode 254 – James Dickson
Fredericton artist James Dickson joins us to chat about an exciting year of many notable things including convention appearances, published works and more!
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2024-11-2100 min
not a straight lineThe Veteran || The Father || The Self-Explorer with James MiddletonJames Middleton's journey is a powerful testament to resilience, self-discovery, and the courage to embrace authenticity. Growing up, he faced the pressures of societal and familial expectations, yet found strength in sports and teamwork, which provided a sense of belonging and purpose. His decision to join the Air Force marked a pivotal point, exposing him to both camaraderie and the intense challenges that would later shape his life.James opens up about his struggles with PTSD, shedding light on the impact of military service on mental health and the long road to recovery. He highlights the importance...
2024-11-131h 04
A Lost PlotBatman Begins: The Remolding of an IconFind the 9 Points System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/ Find the Memento Review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2024-09-05T03_00_00-07_00 In this episode, Maverick and Andrew delve into Christopher Nolan's iconic film 'Batman Begins,' exploring its themes, character development, and the impact it had on the superhero genre. They discuss the film's portrayal of justice versus revenge, the role of villains, and the significance of supporting characters like Alfred and Rachel Dawes. The conversation also touches on the legacy of the film and its influence on fu...
2024-09-2242 min
Good Yarns x Shad & Pete Save the WorldIan 'Dicko' Dickson: "I Have Size 11 Womens Feet"TOUCHDOWN! This week, we're changing things up with Ian ‘DICKO’ Dickson of Australian Idol fame on the pod to solve some of your problems. The lads get wrapped up in some early 2000s Idol yarns, run their own Idol auditions, and finally tackle a couple of problems involving foot fetishes and the perfect VISA scam. Some of the problems covered include “I have size 11 Feet and am Ashamed”, “My Boyfriends wants to leave Australia but I need the VISA”, “Our friend needs to leave his wife” and more Follow us to submit your own problem, watch clips or g...
2024-08-1148 min
Down to Earth ConversationsCatching Up With - 04 - James Harris - Gaza Ceasefire PilgrimagesBack on Episode 33 we talked about James' time working with refugees in Ngaru, and then what he was up to in the Australian outback. This time we talk to him about his involvement in the formation of the Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimages that began before easter and are continuing around the world. We talk about how and why they started, how it's going, and what they are hoping to accomplish. We talk about the importance of the involvement of Palestinian Christians in the movement, and how people around the world are joining in.
It's a great reminder that we can all...
2024-05-0825 min
Profit Your KnowledgeHuman Design for Intentional Entrepreneurs w/ Vickie DicksonMeet Vickie. As a Human Design Specialist, she's on a mission to put an end to the relentless "shoulding on ourselves" that we are all guilty of. You know the ones: "I should do more. I should be quieter. I shouldn't be so assertive. I should be gentler - or louder - or kinder." UGH.
As a 30 year veteran of the entrepreneurial space, she's successfully owned just about every type of business there is. Her first was sewing kleenexes together to make Barbie doll dresses at age 5. Vickie holds a special place in her heart for...
2024-04-1931 min
Down to Earth Conversations86. Sophie Fasi-Mohenoa - Israel/Palestine, Peace-making, and Christians for Peace AotearoaSophie Fasi-Mohenoa is part of a small but growing group called Christians for Peace in Palestine Aotearoa that has arisen in the midst of the Israeli war on Gaza. Our conversation is grounded in her time living in the West Bank, working with Messianic Jews and Palestinian Christians looking to drive peace in the region.
We talk about how Christians for Peace Aotearoa came about, what they are involved in and are hoping to achieve, what she learned from her time living in Israel/Palestine, her experience as a foreigner in an occupied land, the hope that she found there, a...
2024-02-1152 min
Game On Mole25. Murray Christmas! (Murray Cook, Emma Holland, Peter James)It's Murray Christmas! We are joined by living legend, the hilarious original red Wiggle Murray Cook alongside two of our favourite new friends from this year Emma Holland and Peter James.
Check our instagram @gameonmoleshow for pics and videos related to this episode.
2023-12-241h 00
Murder, Mystery and Mayhem Laced with MoralityJames Dickson—discusses his debut book A Thousand Little Moments: Grace-Shaped ParentingJames Dickson is a loving father, husband, pastor, teacher, and author.
He comes from a background of banking and real estate, but has poured his life into ministry. It is evident in his book that he believes what he lives.
His book A Thousand Little Moments: Grace-Shaped Parenting, tells us the following:
Parenting is a long-term journey, but most of us are simply trying to make it through each day. Often, we look for quick-fix techniques, but the Bible offers something better. It points us to the Savior who graciously claims His own. Jesus is the Savior who had a...
2023-11-1938 min
The EcoSend PodcastWrapping up Season Three, with James & ChrisWe can't believe we've reached the end of Season Three of The EcoSend Podcast already, but we're delighted you've joined us for this past season, and we're incredibly grateful for all the wonderful guests we've recently invited on the show. As a recap, this past season we welcomed to the podcast:François Burra from Product for NetZero Rebecca Heaps from Tentshare Russ Avery from Avery & BrownTim Frick from MightyBytesRichard Dickson from PlayItGreenTom Hardy from Manifesto StudiosAnje & Robert from DazzleTom & Marketa from Wholegrain DigitalRaoul Böstrum from TyveIn this episode, James recaps the key less...
2023-11-1530 min
Come Follow Me - Autumn DicksonCome Follow Me 2023 November 13-19 | Faith Tried by DoubtCome Follow Me 2023 New Testament November 13-19
James counsels us to "count it joy" when we run into adversity. Is there a way to still count it joy when we run into doubt as our adversity?
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2023-11-0525 min
Green Industry PodcastGraceful Parenting: James Dickson on 'A Thousand Little MomentsJoin author James Dickson as he illuminates a grace-shaped, long-term vision for parenting inspired by his book, "A Thousand Little Moments." Grab your copy - A Thousand Little Moments Save 50% off Equip Expo with code PAUL! - Register Here Try the CRM Software I use - Get Jobber The Landscaping Bookkeeper - Megan and Joey Coberly Reliable Tax Service - Sheila Chaplin Start Your Website Journey w/ Footbridge Media Grab your copy of Paul's brand new book: Get Your Copy Register for Lawn C...
2023-10-1328 min
The EcoSend PodcastS3 #5 'Sustainability, Philosophy, and Evolutionary Psychology', with Richard Dickson from Play It Green.It's not often you meet someone qualified to talk to you about Sustainability, Philosophy, and Evolutionary Psychology - but Richard Dickson is one of those few!We were delighted to welcome Richard to the hot-seat for Episode 5 of the EcoSend Podcast, and what a jam-packed episode this proved to be!Get ready for a deep-dive through everything which has led Richard to where he is today as Co-Founder of Play It Green; taking a journey through his thesis in Philosophy, managing a non-profit in Tanzania, and even a few Lancashire words of wisdom!...
2023-09-1328 min
Game On Mole17. Keto Kings (Alexandra Hudson & Peter James)We are joined by comedians Alexandra Hudson and Peter James for a moley-good time! The gang is all back together!
Can you pick the mole? Welcome to Game On Mole - the fast paced and highly irreverent trivia podcast that suggests not everyone has to be a team player. Hosted and written by Aimon Clark (Not On Your Rider, Isolation Trivia) - join Aus TV legend Ian 'Dicko' Dickson and Drag Superstar + Trans Pop Sensation Sellma Soul along with special guests from across the entertainment industry as they test their wits and try to...
2023-07-101h 05
Down to Earth Conversations72. James Beck - Ngā Here, Eco Churches, and Pockets of Heaven on EarthJames Beck, is a speaker, facilitator, pastor, podcaster, author and eco-warrior. We talk about the years James spent working with Attitude, helping shape the wellbeing of teenagers throughout Aotearoa, and his time at the Parenting Place. We also talk about James' passion for the environment and how that is impacting his work, his church, and his spirituality, as well as his own Podcast, Ngā Here, that brings the environment, the bible, and te ao Māori, the world of Māori, together.
Check out the Wilberforce Foundation, A Rocha, and the Eco Church initiative.
Listen to Ngā Here on Spotify, Apple...
2023-06-1156 min
A Lost PlotGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023)Rocket is a creep. Peter Quill is a drunk. Gamorra is a rogue assassin. And then Adam Warlock shows up. Here's the latest movie review for Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3. In this episode, Maverick and Nicholas discuss the latest installment of the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise, and the themes, character arcs, and villains they portrayed. Is this movie a fitting farewell to James Gunn's Marvel?
2023-05-1058 min
Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony HuckstepOver a Glass: James Dickson-Hoyle (Such and Such, Pilot- Canberra) - sharing a passion for wineJames Dickson-Hoyle is the Group beverage director of Such and Such. After originally stumbling into hospitality he now strides and slides around some of Canberra’s hottest venues, curating wine lists and sharing his passion of wine with avid diners.https://andsuchandsuch.comFollow Over a Glasshttps://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod Host Shanteh Walehttps://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=enExecutive Producer Rob Locke
2023-04-1228 min
Over A Glass with Shanteh Wale, a wine & drinks podcastJames Dickson-Hoyle (Such and Such, Pilot- Canberra) - sharing a passion for wineJames Dickson-Hoyle is the Group beverage director of Such and Such. After originally stumbling into hospitality he now strides and slides around some of Canberra’s hottest venues, curating wine lists and sharing his passion of wine with avid diners.https://andsuchandsuch.comFollow Over a Glasshttps://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod Host Shanteh Walehttps://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=enExecutive Producer Rob Locke
2023-04-1228 min
Unabridged: A Book PodcastJames Baldwin’s IF BEALE STREET COULD TALK - March Book Club
Are you looking for an amazing classic by a Black author? James Baldwin's If Beale Street Could Talk (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm) is a perfect fit for the Unabridged Reading Challenge.
We're discussing it as our March book club pick, and we also share our pairings including Tayari Jones’s An American Marriage (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm) and Bryan Stevenson’s Just Mercy (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm).
If you're loving the podcast or our Unabridged blog and would like to support us, for just $5 a month on Patreon, you can get access to an extra episode the first day of e...
2023-03-2246 minA Lost PlotMovies Worth Watching: Heroes to Root ForWhy do you hate modern movies? They create characters that aren't believable, you can't sympathize with, or simply don't make sense. In this episode, Maverick outlines some of the basic principles of a great protagonist, and discusses how marvel, James Cameron, and many other directors fail to follow these basic tenets to create heroes that you can root for.
2023-03-0113 min
Live Wide Awake - Sustainability & Conscious Leadership#066 Nina Simons: on biomimicry, reinventing leadership and balancing the masculine and feminineIn this episode, we are speaking to Nina Simons, the co-founder of Bioneers, a social entrepreneur who is passionate about reinventing leadership and co-creating a healthy, peaceful, and equitable world for all. In 2017, Nina Simons received the Goi Peace Award with her husband and partner Kenny Ausubel for “pioneering work to promote nature-inspired innovations for restoring the Earth and our human community.” Past honorees include Bill Gates, James Lovelock, and Deepak Chopra.
She is also the author of the award-winning book Nature, Culture & the Sacred, where she offers practical guidance and inspiration for anyone who aspires to grow into their...
2023-02-2236 minA Lost PlotAvatar The Way of Water (2022)Jake Sully has a second chance to redeem his character. In this episode, Maverick and Jennaline took the opportunity to compare the latest edition to the Avatar franchise, and determine if it is worthy of continuing James Cameron's epic universe.
2022-12-301h 20A Lost PlotAvatar (2009)In the war between nature and technology, an injured veteran Jake Sully is enlisted to help befriend an alien world. In this episode, Maverick and Nicholas discuss the great effort James Cameron put into this movie... and the critical pieces of storyline he missed in the process.
2022-12-1443 min
Fitness Over 40 for Guys-Tips & Motivation for MenWhy You Believe Fitness is HardThere comes a time in most men’s lives that they try to become fit, or at least lose weight. It may come as part of a midlife crisis, a medical diagnosis, or just because we get tired of being overweight. In a way, why we decide to become more fit is quite important. It will often drive you to push through the challenge. But, why do we think Fitness is hard? Let’s find out.Atomic Habits by James Clear - https://amzn.to/3OFOG9q (Amazon Affiliate Link)Clai...
2022-11-0811 min
Fitness Over 40 for Guys-Tips & Motivation for MenHelpful Tips for Staying Fit Over the Coming HolidaysThe Holiday season is approaching faster than the jolly ol’ fat man finishes that plate of cookies the kids left on the table. This time of year, a turkey is not the only thing to get stuffed.So, how do you avoid packing on those extra pounds? How do you sidestep fitness setbacks this Merry Holiday season?I’ve got some tips that can help. Coming up!Atomic Habits by James Clear - https://amzn.to/3OFOG9q (Amazon Affiliate Link)Claim Your FREE E-Book Fad Diet Fiasco -- htt...
2022-11-0113 minFitness Over 40 for Guys-Tips & Motivation for Men10 Habits of Fit PeopleWhen we think of Fitness, we often think of the results; the muscles, the abs, the ability to run miles. But, how people get there is often overlooked, or at least the things fit people do when they aren’t working out or training. Fitness is more than just hitting the gym or training for a marathon. Fitness and health are the result of a lifestyle filled with healthy habits and one that at least for the most part shuns “bad” habits. Let’s check out ten habits of fit people.Atomic Habits by James Cl...
2022-10-2510 minFitness Over 40 for Guys-Tips & Motivation for MenFitness Myths That Need to DieIf you’ve been around long enough to be listening to this podcast, you’ve probably heard quite a few of these fitness myths. Some have always been false, some are outdated, some, well, let’s just see where this goes. The list can be quite entertaining. Hopefully, we’ll dispel some myths that might be holding you back from your fitness goals.Reduce your carbon footprint by changing where you spend and save your money. Get a bonus when you sign up for @Aspiration using my link. (Click to view terms) https://my.aspirati...
2022-10-1111 minFitness Over 40 for Guys-Tips & Motivation for MenFall is a Great Time to Start a Fitness JourneySummer has come to an end. The end of summer may seem like a sad time of year. Obviously, we were taught throughout school that Summer is when the fun happens. But, there’s something rejuvenating about the cool, crisp air of Fall. It can breathe new life into your usual exercise routine, as well as being a good time to start new ones. Fit Bit Versa 3 - https://amzn.to/3OY3Xlp (Amazon Affiliate Link) Atomic Habits by James Clear - https://amzn.to/3O...
2022-10-0410 minFitness Over 40 for Guys-Tips & Motivation for MenYour Ever-Changing Approach to FitnessA mistake often made by people who want to lose weight or get fit is to try to do everything at once. They rush out and buy all the “healthy” foods. They grab the gym membership or the new piece of workout gear like a treadmill or elliptical machine or exercise bike.That food ends up rotting in the crisper tray of the refrigerator. That new elliptical machine or quickly turns into an expensive place to hang clothes and that gym membership just becomes another bill.We’ve all experienced this in one form or anothe...
2022-09-2710 minFitness Over 40 for Guys-Tips & Motivation for MenWhy is Fitness and Weight Loss So Hard?Why is fitness so hard? It certainly seems that being fit is a difficult task. Why else would there be a booming fitness industry, yet still a looming obesity epidemic. In 2021, the gym and fitness club industry alone was about 35 Billion US Dollars in 2021 and that was significantly down from pre-pandemic levels. And gyms are only a portion of the total fitness industry. In 2019, the weight loss and diet market size was said to be about 192 billion US dollars. Just for comparison, the entire NASA budget was just over 25 Billion USD for 2022. So, we’re spending almost 8 ti...
2022-09-2012 min
The Mindset Athlete Podcast#273 Plan for the future and don't worry about what is said about you outside of the sport with Karl DicksonKarl began his refereeing qualifications in January 2014 and continued to play for Harlequins while gaining experience officiating. This was made possible by the fact he never made the starting XV. Through the London Society of Referees he made his refereeing debut at the Reigate School 7s in March 2014 and since then has taken charge of a range of matches including schools, club juniors, sevens as well as local and national league clubs. Karl has refereed two A League semi-finals, Exeter v Newcastle in 2016 and Gloucester v Wasps in 2017 and made his debut in the Greene...
2022-09-1656 minFitness Over 40 for Guys-Tips & Motivation for MenHow Can You Stay Motivated to Lose Weight and Exercise?One day, I woke up. On that day, I decided that I was out of shape, fat, and my health was paying the bill.Many people want to lose weight. Many people want to be fit. Or, at least, they think they want to do it. The fact that the fitness industry is one of the most profitable industries is a testament to that. But, once all the “healthy” food are bought, once the gym membership is signed, once the workout clothes are purchased, motivation often falls off faster than the tailpipe of a 1982 Yugo.
2022-09-1318 minFitness Over 40 for Guys-Tips & Motivation for MenHow Can I Get Rid of Man Boobs? GynecomastiaMoobs, Man Boobs … they can be an issue in older age as our bodies slow down the production of testosterone, especially if we are overweight. Gynecomastia, the condition's medical name, is relatively common in older men. So, know that you are not alone in this condition. I’m going to stick with man boobs throughout the show, because gynecomastia is too hard to say repeatedly. But, let’s find out what’s going on and more importantly, how you can get rid of them. Fit Bit Versa 3 - https://amzn.to/3OY3Xlp
2022-09-0610 minFitness Over 40 for Guys-Tips & Motivation for MenWalking to Lose Weight for Men Over 40When we think about what it would take to lose weight, we often envision long hours at the gym, elliptical machines, and eating only salads. In fact, the whole fitness industry is based on promoting an easy fix, implying that weight loss is somehow too difficult for the average person to do alone. There are times when a personal trainer may be needed. For example, if you are training for a bodybuilding contest, you may indeed want to hire a trainer that specializes in such things. If you have any special needs, for example, if you are...
2022-08-3009 minFitness Over 40 for Guys-Tips & Motivation for MenEstablishing Your Mindset for Weight Loss and FitnessEstablishing Your Mindset for Weight Loss and FitnessWanting weight loss and to get fit is common, especially as we get older. However, statistics show that fewer than 20% of American adults take the actions that would result in them being fit.Is being fit all that hard? To be honest, not really. The US Department of Health and Human Services recommendations only require 150 minutes of aerobic exercise each week and two strength training sessions. That’s it. Do those two things and you are doing better than 80% of US adults.So, then if it...
2022-08-2310 minFitness Over 40 for Guys-Tips & Motivation for MenLose Weight and Keep It Off by Changing Your IdentityWe’ve all tried to stick with an exercise routine, signed up for the gym membership, and after a few days without even thinking about it, quit. We’ve all gone out and bought tons of “healthy” food, just to have it sit in the refrigerator and rot while we go out for yet another value meal. We have good intentions, but we just don’t stick to the plan. It’s frustrating. And we often feel like failures when this happens, no matter how many times it happens. You think, “I’m never going to lose this weight. I’m...
2022-08-1609 minFitness Over 40 for Guys-Tips & Motivation for MenAm I Too Old to Start Working Out? When is Too Old to Start Getting Fit?How old is too old to start getting fit? That’s a question a lot of older people ask. “Am I too old to start working out?” There’s a simple answer to that question. No, you are not too old to get fit.The benefits of a fit lifestyle transcend demographics. And, the benefits do actually increase as we get older. Of course, you’re not likely to transform into a star athlete starting in your 60s. But, a fit lifestyle will increase your quality of life for years to come. Why you are not too old...
2022-08-0909 minFitness Over 40 for Guys-Tips & Motivation for MenThe Power of Habits in Achieving our Fitness and Weight Loss GoalsFitness isn’t an end goal. We can have the best exercise routine in the world. We could buy all the healthiest foods. But, if we don’t incorporate those things into our daily life, they do absolutely nothing for us.The fascinating reality is there is no super-secret diet or exercise routine. There is no magic pill that makes us fit. A fit person is a product of his habits, much in the same way that an unfit person is the product of his bad habits. Let’s discuss.Atomic Habits...
2022-07-2618 minA Lost PlotThe Suicide Squad (2021)Comedy and action are back as James Gunn brings home a bloody DC movie. In this episode, Maverick and Avalon discuss what James Gunn did in his brief departure from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and if the comedy and gore are worth the watch.
2022-07-2139 minA Lost PlotThe Suicide Squad (2021)Comedy and action are back as James Gunn brings home a bloody DC movie. In this episode, Maverick and Avalon discuss what James Gunn did in his brief departure from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and if the comedy and gore are worth the watch.
2022-07-2139 minFitness Over 40 for Guys-Tips & Motivation for MenAmazingly Easy Ways to Make Exercise a HabitExercise is good for you. If you’re listening to this podcast, you probably understand that. But, it can be difficult to integrate into our sometimes busy lives.Something always seems to get in the way. The truth is that most of us really don’t want to do it and it’s hard for us to seel our minds on results that may be months away. We like instant gratification. So, how do you make exercise a habit, something you do without thinking? Let’s find out.A MUST READ Atomic...
2022-07-1512 minFitness Over 40 for Guys-Tips & Motivation for MenHow Can We Use Sir Isaac Newton's First Law of Motion to Lose Weight?How Do you Use Newton's First Law of Motion to Lose Weight?In a nutshell, Sir Isaac Newton’s First Law of Motion states An object at rest stays at rest and an object in motion stays in motion unless acted upon by an unbalanced force.How can you use this information to lose weight? Let’s find out.Atomic Habits by James Clear - https://amzn.to/3OFOG9q (Amazon Affiliate Link)Claim Your FREE Ebook Fad Diet Fiasco -- https://bit.ly/3vaDkBP
2022-07-0805 minFitness Over 40 for Guys-Tips & Motivation for MenWhat Happens When You Walk Every Day for Six Months?What happens when you walk every day? I walked every day for six months straight and today, I’m going to share the benefits with you.If you’re interested in losing weight and keeping it off for good, stay tuned. Let’s Get Moving.Check Out Atomic Habits by James Clear - https://amzn.to/3QTxdMe (Affiliate Link)Claim Your FREE Ebook Fad Diet Fiasco -- https://bit.ly/3vaDkBPSupport the showCatch more on my web...
2022-06-2915 min
Mississippi Edition5/26/2022 - SBC | Poet James DicksonWe examine a new report that details a sexual abuse crisis within the Southern Baptist Convention. And, we talk with poet James Dickson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-05-2622 min
James Parris EditionJimbo Paris Show #72- There is HOPE with Schizophrenia (Matthew Dickson)“For people who have it or for people who have a family member who have it, I want to tell you that it is possible to get through. There is HOPE”- Matthew Dickson Welcome to The Jimbo Paris Show #72- There is HOPE with Schizophrenia (Matthew Dickson) Matthew Dickson uses his MindAid.ca platform to help people with mental illnesses in developing countries gain access to basic mental health care.Mind Aid serves as a hub, directing people to organizations that are working on the issue. These...
2022-03-3122 min
The Parris PerspectiveJimbo Paris Show #72- There is HOPE with Schizophrenia (Matthew Dickson)“For people who have it or for people who have a family member who have it, I want to tell you that it is possible to get through. There is HOPE”- Matthew Dickson Welcome to The Jimbo Paris Show #72- There is HOPE with Schizophrenia (Matthew Dickson) Matthew Dickson uses his MindAid.ca platform to help people with mental illnesses in developing countries gain access to basic mental health care.Mind Aid serves as a hub, directing people to organizations that are working on the issue. These...
2022-03-3122 min
Top HillSpecial Guest - James Redman Owner Of Anchors Away Moving CoCHECK OUT Anchors Away Moving Co - https://anchorsawaymoving.com
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Every week we dive into what’s going on in the Culture,
We invite guest to come and promote their businesses!
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2022-02-2328 min
The Northern Art PodcastThe Northern Art Podcast - Episode 8 - Martin Davies on James Dickson InnesIn this episode Ant chats to Martin Davies about the incredible Welsh artist, James Dickson Innes (1887-1914). They discuss the artists early life and his time in France. Then the time Innes famously spent in the mountains of North Wales with Augustus John and Derwent Lees. The best talk about Innes anywhere!
2021-11-191h 16
Live Wide Awake - Sustainability & Conscious Leadership#037 Pujan Swami: on who am I? Wild Wild Country, polyamory & a life of spiritual seekingWhat is real and what is not real? Who are we? What is freedom really? And why should we embrace brutal self-acceptance?
Big questions that we are deep diving into with Pujan Swami, a German-born Psychologist who studied Yoga Philosophy (Jnana Yoga) in India and Australia with renowned teachers Bhagavan Shree Rajneesh, later known as Osho, and James Schwartz among others.
In this episode, we are taken on a fascinating journey of lifelong spiritual seeking, answering one of life’s biggest questions - who are we, polyamory and freedom in all sense of the experience....
2021-09-071h 05
Down to Earth Conversations33. James Harris - Human Dignity, Chess with Asylum Seekers, and Healing in the Australian OutbackJames Harris is passionate about people and has given his life to helping those less privileged than himself. This has led him around the world to a number of places that many of us would never dream of going.
We talk about his passion for youth work, justice, and doing good in the world, and hear how this has been outworked while living and working in Nauru with those in Australian detention centres, influencing the Prime Minister of New Zealand while working for World Vision NZ, and now serving youth in the outback of the land we now call Australia.
Th...
2021-08-0854 min
The Mt. Freelance PodcastAmanda NeedhamIn our 12th and final episode of Season One Aaron James and Andrew Dickson welcome freelance custom designer Amanda Needham to the show. Amanda got her start designing costumes for going out at night in her younger days as a club-goer in 1990s Portland, Oregon. Fellow Mt. Freelance podcast guest David Cress gave her a shot at costume design for commercials and she never looked back. Amanda has worked on independent films like Wendy and Lucy and TV shows like Shrill, Portlandia, Baskets and Chad. Sometimes even on more than one at the...
2021-07-0139 min
The Mt. Freelance PodcastAmy MillerIn our 11th episode Aaron James and Andrew Dickson welcome freelance stand-up comedian Amy Miller to the Mt. Freelance podcast who speaks about her creative process, being a woman in comedy and how challenging the pandemic has been for pandemic. Good news, she’s touring again! And you can buy tickets. Amy Miller is a headlining stand-up based in Los Angeles by way of Portland and Oakland. Prime-time TV watchers will remember her from Last Comic Standing, and comedy fans know her story-based style of comedy based on her own experiences and observations. When...
2021-06-2331 min
The Mt. Freelance PodcastBob SmithIn our 10th episode Aaron James and Andrew Dickson welcome designer and apparel designer, the one and only Bob Smith to the Mt. Freelance podcast. Like so many designers, Bob went to the Kinko’s school of design, getting his start making band posters and fliers for the deli he worked at. This landed him a short stint at the Wieden+Kennedy studio before getting a job designing t-shirts at Nike in the late 1990s. He couldn’t help but notice Nike was exclusively focused on performance. So, he found an empty office, transfor...
2021-06-1634 min
The Mt. Freelance PodcastArlo RosnerIn our ninth episode Aaron James and Andrew Dickson welcome freelance producer and entrepreneur Arlo Rosner to the Mt. Freelance podcast. Arlo got his start in the creative world as a cinematographer, before becoming a producer and eventually running his own production company. He’s been instrumental in creating campaigns shot all over the world for almost any client you can think of. But what got us excited about talking with Arlo is how he uses being freelance and the skills he’s learned as a producer to create not just side pro...
2021-06-0932 min
The Mt. Freelance PodcastAyanna BerkshireIn our fifth episode Aaron James and Andrew Dickson welcome actor Ayanna Berkshire to to the Mt. Freelance podcast. Ayanna started acting as a teenager and has been a working actor for two decades, with a career that spans Hollywood blockbusters, Independent films, episodic television, award-winning theater productions and yes, even commercial work. Perhaps best known for playing Cora in Twilight she is a resident artist of Artists Repertory Theatre and a 2020 recipient of the Fox Foundation Resident Actor Fellowship. What makes Ayanna’s career particularly impressive is the breadth and quality of h...
2021-06-0238 min
Be Unstoppable RadioThe Ultimate Pursuit of Health & Longevity - Interview with Travis James ZipperThank you for hitting play for another episode of Be Unstoppable Radio! In this episode, I get into the nitty-gritty with Travis Zipper and discuss where your focus should really be if you have goals to truly focus on your overall health and wellness. No, this does not mean looking lean and shredded or being the best high-performing athlete out there. This is all about the true meaning of health from the inside out. Travis is an expert and specialist when it comes to gut health, hormones, and functional medicine. He's an excellent coach and tea...
2021-05-2839 min
The Mt. Freelance PodcastKate Bingaman-BurtIn our fifth episode Aaron James and Andrew Dickson welcome freelance illustrator and full-time professor Kate Bingaman-Burt to the Mt. Freelance podcast. Kate is one of the hardest working creative people we know. On the one hand she teaches design at Portland State University and is constantly innovating ways to help her students share their work and get exposure to the “real world”, even going as far as to host student portfolio reviews inside agencies like Instrument and Wieden+Kennedy. She also has a thriving career as an illustrator, which started years ago when...
2021-05-2637 min
The Mt. Freelance PodcastDavid CressIn our fifth episode Aaron James and Andrew Dickson welcome freelance producer David Cress to the Mt. Freelance podcast. David got interested in film and enrolled in Mt. Hood Community College, which offered him the chance to learn every aspect of filmmaking, from the expected like production and editing to the intangibles that most film schools neglect but are vital for actually making a film, like how to find funding. He started his career in infomercials but quickly formed an alliance with director Vance Malone and started Food Chain Films. Whereas most Por...
2021-05-1939 min
The Mt. Freelance PodcastKathy HepinstallIn our fifth episode Aaron James and Andrew Dickson welcome freelance copywriter and novel writer Kathy Hepinstall to the Mt. Freelance podcast. In the advertising world, Kathy is a legend. She has been freelancing as a copywriter for the best agencies and clients around for decades, often coming on for a few days to write the manifesto that leads to years of great creative, or coming on as a creative director for a few months to help steer the work and mentor young and even not so young teams. At the same time she’...
2021-05-1235 min
The Mt. Freelance PodcastAaron RuellIn our fourth episode Aaron James and Andrew Dickson welcome producer turned Oscar short-listed director Aaron Ruell, to the Mt. Freelance podcast. Aaron is an accomplished commercial director and art photographer known for his beautiful art direction, intentional choices, and wit. But it took him a little longer to get there as he did his friend a solid, agreeing to play “Kip” in a little indie film that has become a beloved cult classic called Napoleon Dynamite. In our episode Aaron will talk about the challenges of being a filmmaker and a dedicate...
2021-05-0637 min
Top Hill64. Top Or Not - Lil Tjay, Young M.A, James Worthy, & New ArtistsEPISODE 64 Top Hill is a networking podcast designed to connect business owners together using the universal language which is music and more specifically hiphop/r&b Every week we dive into what’s going on in the culture. Including all the new music that dropped, and we invite special guest to come and promote their businesses! Interested in being a guest ? Email TopHillPod@gmail.com Listen To The Pod Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6KaqWux... Anchor - https://anchor.fm/tophill Follow The Pod @tophillpod - https://instagram.com/tophill...
2021-05-0227 min
Build HatchEpisode 47 - A Traditional Family Business Working in an Age of Technology with James Dickson from Somerville Plaster.In this episode of the Build Hatch Podcast, we had the opportunity to hear from James Dickson from Somerville Plaster. In this episode we talk about: James grew up in Somerville VIC and shares a typical day in the life of James as a plasterer, residing in the beautiful Mornington Peninsula of Victoria. Growing up James’ father (and grandfather) were also plasterers and he always had aspirations to follow in his father’s footsteps and join the family business. At the end of grade 10, James received an apprenticeship with a carpenter mainly working on decks and pergolas. Knowing h...
2021-04-1640 min
The Mt. Freelance PodcastSue KimIn our third episode Aaron James and Andrew Dickson welcome producer turned Oscar short-listed director Sue Kim, to the Mt. Freelance podcast. Sue Kim has spent her career as a print, commercial film, digital and experiential producer working for ad agencies and brands up and down the West Coast. But when she took her son to a Rubik’s Cube competition, she knew she had to take the reins and direct her first film. “The Speed Cubers” is a wonderful short documentary about a relationship within the world of competitive speed cubing that will make you cry...
2021-04-1443 min
The Mt. Freelance PodcastMarcus SmithIn our second episode Aaron James and Andrew Dickson welcome globe-trotting, commercial photographer Marcus Smith to the Mt. Freelance podcast. Marcus Smith is a freelance photographer who has shot for the ESPN Body Issue, and created campaigns for Nike and Jordan Brand working with athletes like Kobe Bryant and LeBron James and even worked with Aaron on an adidas project with Damian Lillard. Marcus went to college for business, but discovered his passion for graphic design and photography creating album covers and fliers for musicians. But it was a personal project documenting a high school ba...
2021-04-1433 min
The Mt. Freelance PodcastLisa PrinceIn our first full episode hosts Aaron James and Andrew Dickson welcome Strategy Director and School of Ideas founder Lisa Prince to kick off the Mt. Freelance podcast. Lisa spent a decade working at Wieden+Kennedy, working her way up to Global Group Strategy Director providing guiding insights and ideas on accounts like Old Spice, American Express and Proctor and Gamble. She left to spend a year “doing nothing” which led to starting The School of Ideas, her business that helps brands and agencies use strategy and insights to come up with big creative ideas. Li...
2021-04-1438 min
The Mt. Freelance PodcastPodcast OverviewAaron James and Andrew Dickson created Mt. Freelance to help freelancers in the creative industry get the work the want, charge what they are worth and create the career they dream about.They’ve been hard at work with the producers, mixers and sound designers of Digital One, right here in Portland Oregon, to create the Mt. Freelance podcast!While there are lots of podcasts about advertising, filmmaking and the creative process, this is the podcast where creative freelancers from the world of advertising, film, and even stand-up comedy talk about what it’s like to w...
2021-04-1401 min
Beyond Canal ParkBeyond Canal Park....... Interview With Marc DicksonThe podcast moves back to fitba this week as I am joined by long serving Fraserburgh FC man Marc Dickson!
We discuss:
🎙Youth days at Peterhead & Albion
🎙Signing for Elgin City under Dave Robertson
🎙Making debut in Senior fitba
🎙Broch switch under Charlie Duncan
🎙Cup final wins/goals/MOM performances
🎙Funny stories/Pranks on the road
🎙Playing Rangers at Bellslea
🎙Best XI
Great chat with Marc who opened up on the highs and lows of a fantastic Broch career!
2021-03-072h 01
Unabridged: A Book PodcastMira Jacob's GOOD TALK - March 2021 Book ClubIn this Unabridged Podcast Book Club episode, we discuss Mira Jacob's graphic memoir Good Talk. We talked about this amazing memoir and also shared our pairings, including Craig Thompsons Blankets, James McBride's The Color of Water, and Jarrett J. Krosoczka's Hey, Kiddo. If you're interested in discussing this one with us, be sure to join us on March 15th on Instagram to participate in our book club chat.
Visit the Unabridged website for our full show notes and links to the books mentioned in the episode.
Interested in what else we're reading? Check out our...
2021-03-0349 min
Event Industry News PodcastThe return of James DicksonEvent Industry News’ podcast episode 223 is a welcome back for host James Dickson, interviewed by founder Adam Parry who managed the series in his absence.
James, who has put the questions across some 200 EIN podcast editions, and counting, contracted Covid-19 ahead of the pandemic’s first peak, in March 2020.
Taken to hospital by ambulance, James was put on a ventilator for two weeks before starting his recovery programme.
In this episode, Adam asks about that experience, and James’ key learnings from it, before moving on to his plans for the podcasts now he’s back b...
2021-02-0915 minUnabridged: A Book PodcastBooks We Are Excited to Read in 2021In this episode of the Unabridged Podcast, after their Bookish Check-ins, Ashley, Jen, and Sara share books they're excited to read in 2021. These are all books by some of their favorite authors, so they also talk about their histories with the authors' previous works. Then, they conclude the episode with the Give Me One segment, sharing some memories of childhood gifts they received from Santa.
Bookish Check-in
Ashley - Chip and Dan Heath’s The Power of Moments: Why Certain Experiences Have Extraordinary
Jen - Kate Stayman-London’s One to Watch
Sara - James Clear’s Atomic...
2020-12-3031 min
New RulesSpirituality and business growth in health-techWelcome to New Rules: the podcast about how leaders, entrepreneurs and businesses must change, break and re-write the rules to innovate in our ever-changing and complex world. Host, Ruth Cooper-Dickson (Positive Psychology Practitioner) will be joined by a guest who is a leader and respected expert in their own industry having a real honest conversation about their experiences of innovating their business through the lens of a positive psychology theme. In this episode I get deep on the topic of spirituality with Dr James Somauroo, the founder of somX: the healthtech agency supporting the best he...
2020-11-0552 minUnabridged: A Book Podcast2020 Reading Challenge Check InOn this Unabridged episode, we consider where we are with our reading goals for the year, including how we're doing on the reading challenges we each selected back in January. We talk about the The Modern Mrs. Darcy Reading Challenge with @annebogel, Book Riot's 2020 Read Harder Challenge with @bookriot, and the Beat the Backlist Reading Challenge from @novelknight along with The Unread Shelf Project 2020 with @theunreadshelf.
Bookish Check-in
Ashley - Laura Hankin’s Happy & You Know It - Sara's review will be published on Friday!
Jen - Marlon James’s The Book of Night Women...
2020-06-2436 min
MakerCast12. Interview - Alex Gnefkow and Sydney DicksonJoin in on this inspiring, accessible, and uplifting conversation with Sydney Dickson and Alex Gnefkow as they share their experience as working artists.
More information on Sydney's work: https://www.instagram.com/centeredsyd/ and https://www.centeredsyd.com/
More information on Alex's work: https://www.instagram.com/gnefknacks/
Music for this episode:
Artist: Blue Dot Sessions (https://www.sessions.blue/)
Songs: Vienna Beat, Plasticity, High Ride
Additional Artists:
The Mini Vandals
Dan Lebowitz
Chris Haugen
2020-06-0227 minUnabridged: A Book PodcastBuilding on the Classics: Middle-Grade Reads to Add to Your Shelves
We're so excited to share a preview of "Is There Anything Newer?" an episode of Connections: A Podcast of the James L. Hamner Public Library. This is a short excerpt from our conversation with Jill Hames, director of the James L. Hamner Public Library and host of Connections.
Also, watch for our Bookish Fave at unabridgedpod.com with recommendations for even more middle-grade reads.
Books Mentioned
Gary Paulsen's Hatchet, Brian's Winter (complete Hatchet series)
Suzanne Collins's The Hunger Games (The Hunger Games trilogy)
Clare Vanderpool's Navigating Early
Veronica Roth's Divergent (the Divergent ser...
2020-05-2408 min
PodCatsNo More Milk? Milk!In episode five of PodCats we discuss how Cats became a critical and commercial failure - and whether the critics were wrong all along. Topics discussed: Rebel Wilson's ad-libs, James Corden's hypothetical contractual demands, the straightwashing of Mr. Mistoffelees, and why the British version of Mungojerrie and Rumpleteazer is nothing short of a major human rights violation.
2020-03-1800 minUnabridged: A Book PodcastDebate - Classics or Not?: I Just Skipped the Scenery...and the DescriptionsWhat do you think of the classics? And, for that matter, how do you define classics? We take on these issues and more in today's episode, discussing the merits of Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, Zora Neale Hurston, and more.
Listen to the episode, and then join us on social media to let us know where YOU think about this debate.
works and authors mentioned
*Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, Emma
*Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol, Great Expectations
*Ralph Ellison’s Invisible Man
*Harper Lee’s To Kill a...
2019-11-1317 minUnabridged: A Book PodcastDebate - Classics or Not?: I Just Skipped the Scenery...and the DescriptionsWhat do you think of the classics? And, for that matter, how do you define classics? We take on these issues and more in today's episode, discussing the merits of Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, Zora Neale Hurston, and more.
Listen to the episode, and then join us on social media to let us know where YOU think about this debate.
works and authors mentioned
*Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, Emma
*Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol, Great Expectations
*Ralph Ellison’s Invisible Man
*Harper Lee’s To Kill a...
2019-11-1317 min
Small Town MurderWhere Is The Head?? in Dickson, TennesseeThis week, in Dickson, Tennessee, a local woman, with some problems, from a prominent family, goes missing, at the same time as a local man, from a not so distinguished background is also reported missing. One of them is found, and police suspect that person in the other's disappearance, after some digging into their background. When the other missing person is found, it's a most brutal scene, sending investigators in every direction, looking for body parts & evidence to put away a multiple time violent felon! Along the way, we find out that women had...
2019-10-242h 39