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British Culture: Albion Never Dies

Thomas Felix Creighton

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What is 'British-ness'? This podcast explores all aspects of British culture from the perspective of an Englishman previously based in China and Turkey. Perhaps you know Thomas Felix Creighton already from Instagram's @FlemingNeverDies centered on Ian Fleming's classic creation, James Bond, 007. Here, we can see a wider background of where our British hero sits. You can also check out the video channel: www.youtube.com/britishculture
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Craftcast: The Freemasons Podcast

United Grand Lodge of England

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Welcome to Craftcast: The Freemasons Podcast. Craftcast is the official podcast of the United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE) - the governing body of Freemasonry in England, Wales, the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man and Districts overseas. In every episode Shaun Butler, James Dalton and Stephen Whatley are chatting all things Freemasonry. They ask the big questions, talk about their experiences and interview special guests from across UGLE. Craftcast is the podcast for everyone from seasoned ...
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Welcome to This Is Capitalism: Inspired, Explained, In Focus the podcast that brings capitalism to life through stories of innovators, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, and academics. Here we explore the power of capitalism in driving economic growth and creating opportunities. This podcast is a part of “This is Capitalism”, a branded content series sponsored by Stephens Inc., aims to educate and inform the public about the free market. Stephens Inc. is a full service investment banking firm h ...
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NDM International Activities

Oxford University

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Faculty at the Nuffield Department of Medicine have been carrying out ground-breaking research overseas for nearly thirty years. We are now working on new and established projects in China, South-East Asia and East Africa with several collaborative partners.
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Want to love walking into your ELA classroom each day? Excited about innovative strategies like PBL, escape rooms, hexagonal thinking, sketchnotes, one-pagers, student podcasting, genius hour, and more? Want a thriving choice reading program and a shelf full of compelling diverse texts? You're in the right place! Here you'll find interviews with top authors from the ELA field, workshops with strategies you can use in class immediately, and quick tips to ignite your English teacher creativity ...
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How do our food stories change during wartime? Each episode follows a veteran or wartime volunteer from their home in the United States through their overseas deployment and back again. We hear firsthand where they fought, who they fed, how they ate, and what tastes they missed most while away at war. From World War II through today, soldiers and civilians come together at the table to remember, reflect, and show respect. Hosted by Jacqueline Raposo.
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Melbourne based DJ/Producer & Label Head @ Highly Evolved Music. Celebrating 22 mind bending years performing throughout Australia. d(*_*)D.. Harry Blotter has been a familiar face throughout the Melbourne electronic music scene since 2003. Now a well established Dj across multiple styles currently in his 15th year performing throughout Australia. 2013 saw him make the jump from Label Dj to Label Manager taking control of Highly Evolved Music from a longtime friend. He remains the driving fo ...
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Planes, Trains, & Kids Abroad Travel Podcast

Erika Bud, Big World Publishing, LLC

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Erika Bud, author of the Travel Rangers children's book series, created this travel podcast to inspire families to have overseas travel adventures and learn about cultures. From single parents to families of eight, listen as parents and children talk about what it was like to travel around the world on their international family vacations. Learn about countries, international travel tips, best international trips for families, affordable international vacations, how travel abroad facilitates ...
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EggBanana

Ryan, Marc & Edward

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Calling someone an Egg refers to a person who is Caucasian on the outside but is Asian on the inside. A Banana has an opposite meaning which means someone who is Asian but has a Western mindset. 1 Egg (Ryan) and 2 Bananas (Marc & Edward) all hail from the US, with different backgrounds, have united to discuss our life experiences living and working in different parts of Asia and now reside in Taiwan. We want to help English learners with new phrases, idioms and slang, while incorporating som ...
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The history of 19th century and 20th century China, leading up to the Chinese Revolutions, the Republic of China and then the People's Republic of China. This podcast was inspired by Mike Duncan's Revolutions. This podcast follows him by telling the stories leading to the Chinese Revolutions. The episodes cover the Opium Wars, Taiping Rebellion, foreign treaties and concessions bringing trade and Christianity to China, the Boxer Rebellion, China's 1911 Revolution, the Warlord Period, the KMT ...
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George Alvarado started his Journey in the Music Industry in South Florida in December 1977 as a Mobile Dj. Then in 1984 he started working in nightclubs professionally. The Combine influence of DJing, Record label Owner, Music Store Owner, Producer and Remixer has placed him as a big part of the Underground Dance movement in South Florida. George is adept at shifting between Genres of Electronic Dance Music. He is also driven by a relentless passion for music, striving to stay on top of the ...
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I cover all soccer from all over the world! I am from the Tampa Bay Florida area, so I also cover the Tampa Bay Rowdies! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/robert-delay/support
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If you’re a teacher in a Title I School, you need to know about First Book Marketplace. I’ve heard about it in passing so many times, and this week I decided to dive in and figure out how it works. And boy, does it work. Today I just want to walk you through how this site works so that you can start taking advantage of its many resources as soon as…
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Another weekend, another round of complete chaos. Kane and Olgun work their way through all the incidents. What will the NBL do about the Adelaide-Melbourne incidents? Why is New Zealand moving on from Freddie Gillespie? How did James Batemon persevere early season preseason to burn the Perth Wildcats to the tune of 51 points? Also, the guys discus…
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Don't be shy, send me a message! What makes the 007 films so uniquely British? In this episode, I take a deep (1-hour) dive into 2012's 'Skyfall' starring Daniel Craig. If you haven’t seen the film ‘Skyfall’ since it came out in 2012, don’t worry, there is plenty for you. In fact, if you’ve never seen this film, I hope you’ll still enjoy this podca…
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This week we talk about the decisive few days in African football as the last two rounds of qualifiers for the 2025 AFCON are on. Senegal have already qualified, and we speak to their football federation president Augustin Senghor on the decision to part ways with the team’s most successful coach, Aliou Cisse. Also we talk about Amad Diallo’s great…
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This week, I want to talk about Sunday nights. If you’re struggling to figure out how you can be a good partner, parent, person, and teacher, and it all seems to come to a head on Sunday nights, I want to offer three ideas. I’m not saying I can solve the teacher work-life balance issue that plagues our profession in one short episode, but I hope on…
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Arthur Miller, Tennessee Williams, and Eugene O'Neill get plenty of spotlight on the ELA curriculum stage. And sure, it's well-deserved! But they aren't the only incredible American playwrights to pick up a pen in the last century. If you're looking for some contemporary plays to share with your students, and you're struggling to find ones that fit…
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Kane and Olgun are back to wrap round 8 of NBL25. Chris Goulding’s historic explosion was the highlight of the round, but how did he do it, how did Perth allow it to happen and what does it mean for Melbourne’s threat as a title contender? Tasmania have had a rough season to date, but did they find some clues on the weekend for how they can turn th…
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In this final instalment of our Remembrance Weekend series, we welcome Kemsley Whittlesea— Veteran, Freemason, tattoo artist, and mental health advocate—to share his remarkable story. From his time serving in the Royal Signals to participating in the upcoming Invictus Games, Kemsley's story is one of resilience, dedication, and service. Join us as …
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In this third instalment of our four-part Remembrance Special, our hosts travelled to the Province of Warwickshire to visit Fisher House, a respite care centre supporting UK military personnel and their families worldwide. Fisher House offers an invaluable "home away from home" for the families of UK armed forces personnel receiving treatment at th…
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In this raw and honest episode, Mark Ormrod MBE, Freemason and Veteran, talks to our hosts about his experiences serving as a Royal Marine in Iraq and Afghanistan. Mark was the first British serviceman to survive a triple amputation in Afghanistan. Since then, he's won 11 medals in two Invictus Games, carried the torch at the 2012 Olympics, raised …
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In the first of our four-part series, John Thompson, Provincial Grand Master and Grand Superintendent of Durham, joins our hosts to discuss the significance of the United Grand Lodge of England’s signing of the Armed Forces Covenant. He sheds light on the next steps we can take to enhance our support for the Armed Forces and their families. By rein…
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This week we talk about the Caf Women’s Champions League, which starts on Saturday in Morocco, with increased prize money. We look at the career of African football legend Emmanuel Adebayor, who recently had a testimonial in Togo to mark the end of his career. And Adebayor tells us about his faith - how he sleeps with his Bible under his pillow, an…
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This week I want to share a fabulous resource I recently discovered, a website full of short video models for acting games you can use in class. The first time I taught a play in class, I sure wished I had more theater background to help my students act out the scenes. Luckily, I was able to connect with a creative theater professional to come and …
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My son and I love a few certain characters from the books we've read aloud over the years. Gum-Baby, from Tristan Strong, Boots, from Gregor the Overlander, Maniac Magee. For my daughter, it's Junie B. Jones and Ramona from their named series collections. For me, it was always Anne (of Green Gables) I returned to growing up, and Jo from Little Wome…
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The New Zealand Breakers have travelled across the world to start NBL25 but they ended round 7 as the talking point of the league. After dominant wins over Adelaide and Melbourne, what stands out about the Breakers 6-2 start and are they a genuine contender? Elsewhere, the South East Melbourne Phoenix have found some positivity of late, collecting …
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This week we zoom in on the Ballon d’Or ceremony, as Rodri took the men's award ahead of Vini Junior, amid allegations of racism. We also look at the nominees for the CAF Awards, with Victor Boniface, Mohamed Salah and Mohammed Kudus all missing out. Also, CAF president Patrice Motsepe says he is looking to secure a second term, and Stuart on Manch…
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Grading discussion can feel like juggling cats. How can you be present in a class discussion while also trying to grade thirty people’s comments? But over the years, I’ve tried three methods that that have worked for me without causing too much strain. I call them the bump, the challenge, and the chart. In today’s mini-episode, I’ll walk you throug…
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In this special episode, hosts Shaun, Stephen, and James return to demystify even more Masonic terminology, exploring the unique language and traditions that define Freemasonry. Building on previous seasons’ explainer episodes, they dig into regularly used terms, including their historical and ritual significance within the Lodge. They also touch o…
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Kathryn Leary shares her inspiring journey of blending spirituality, fitness, and business, rooted in a deep commitment to health and well-being. One Firelight is a platform that merges holistic wellness with the empowering message of Bob Marley's music. Kathryn discusses insights into entrepreneurial resilience, growth, and conscious capitalism.…
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Author Hunter Hastings explores capitalism’s evolution, highlighting current challenges like bureaucracy and financialization. He shares his optimistic vision of a more decentralized, customer-driven future, fueled by digital innovation.
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Trey Thaxton, founder of GoldMill, discusses his creative agency's focus on meaningful design and Greenwood Avenue's celebration of Black entrepreneurship. He emphasizes Greenwood’s lasting legacy beyond the Tulsa Massacre, the importance of access to capital for Black businesses, and a collective mindset for progress.…
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We’ve all been in a discussion hurtling off the track and into the canyon, far, far below. Chances are, you’ve been in this type of discussion as a student AND as a teacher, and it’s no fun in either scenario. So how do we prevent it? And what do we do if it’s already happening and glaze is washing over our students’ eyes? In today’s episode, the f…
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It was a drama filled round of NBL, starting with Melbourne’s win over Illawarra. Who is the real villain? Chris Goulding, Justin Tatum or the officials? Did Tatum deserve a fine? Has CG been unfairly treated around the league? Is there a flopping problem in the NBL? Elsewhere, the Sydney Kings lost two games, so what is happening to the preseason …
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This week we talk Beach Soccer, with Senegal playing Mauritania in the final of the Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt on Saturday. We find out more about the game and hear from Nigerian Abu Azeez, an African legend of beach soccer. Also we have a look at the Caf Congress, with positive financial developments reported, and lots on the Uefa…
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Remember in elementary school, how some kids were so excited to answer a question that they would wave their hand back and forth in the air, lifting ever so slightly from their seat? The Hermione Grangers of 2nd grade. Yeah, that was me. So I have real sympathy for students who become discussion dominators. Though on the outside, this appears to ma…
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In this episode of Craftcast, our hosts sit down with Barry and PJ from the Essex Cornerstone Club, a dynamic group dedicated to bringing young Freemasons in Essex together. Together, they dive into how Light Blues Clubs such as theirs foster a sense of community, support new members, and enhance our member's experience through creative events! Whe…
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Welcome back to our ongoing discussion series. If you missed the first two episodes, covering five types of discussion worth trying and introducing the Harkness method for student-led discussion, you might want to pause and go back to the last two episodes before continuing with this one. Today we’re diving deep into student-led discussion, specifi…
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Your 2024/25 NBA Season preview. Is Josh Giddey the future of the Chicago Bulls? Can Josh Green expand his game with the Charlotte Hornets? Will Dyson Daniels land himself on an All-Defensive team by season’s end? Is Ben Simmons capable of playing 60+ games? Which players are the most likely to find themselves in trade discussions? Kane and Olgun w…
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The South East Melbourne Phoenix have a new head coach, but who exactly is he and how did the team hire him in a matter of a few days? Are Tasmania on the brink of making a roster move? How long with Perth be without superstar Bryce Cotton? Kane and Olgun dive into all the leading topics out of round 5 of the NBL. New Zealand, Melbourne United and …
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Hey guys..Hope you enjoy my closing set from Electric Boogaloo Festival in Melbourne.Mad Respect to the entire crew for putting together a spectacular event. You guys nailed it d(*_*)B....Cheers for getting me onboard and trusting me to wind up the weekend in style.It was heaps of fun blasting out tunes in such a picturesque enviroment. As the Sun …
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Don't be shy, send me a message! Every year, on October 21st, the Royal Navy celebrates Admiral Nelson’s most famous victory, near Trafalgar in 1805 when 27 British Royal Naval ships defeated a combined French and Spanish fleet of 33 warships. But, what if Nelson had lost? And how can we celebrate this night? I draw upon three books: ‘The Rise and …
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This week we look at the 2025 AFCON qualifiers, with Nigeria pulling out of their game in Libya in controversial circumstances, and with Ghana in serious trouble and looking unlikely to qualify. Also we look ahead to the Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt, and Stuart analyses Thomas Tuchel’s appointment as England manager.…
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Today we’re talking about a model that influenced every discussion I ran in my classroom from my first year to my last, across grade levels, years, and countries. I’ve run hundreds of Harkness discussions - terrible ones, experimental ones, pretty ok ones, good ones, and absolutely incredible ones. Today I want to tell you how Harkness discussion c…
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In this exciting episode, our hosts sat down with British actor and Freemason Vas Blackwood, best known for his iconic roles in Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels and Only Fools and Horses. Vas shares fascinating insights into his 25-year journey in Freemasonry, discussing its impact on his personal life. He also delves deep into his 40-year actin…
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Discussion. Theoretically it’s the bread and butter of the English classroom, but sometimes it feels like all crusts and crumbs. How can you get students excited to talk about voice and theme, metaphor and symbolism, when they have a million other things going on? How do you inspire them to dive in together to the ways that literature illuminates l…
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The Adelaide 36ers are set to receive a huge boost with Montrezl Harrell close to signing a full season deal with the club according to Olgun. The Phoenix moved on from head coach Mike Kelly after just five games, but will the decision actually change their fortunes? Melbourne United continue to rack up wins with little fanfare, the Sydney Kings of…
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Don't be shy, send me a message! What is it like to be a Brit in China, before, during, and after the pandemic? Today's special guest, Max James Joy, shed some light on how being a Brit in China has changed over the last few years (since I left). He also talks about the different cultures found *within* China, and even within the same city. Max is …
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This week we look at the 2025 AFCON qualifiers, with teams in back-to-back qualifiers in the space of a few days, and a lot at stake. We also talk about the Egyptian who’s outscoring Harry Kane in Germany – Egypt forward Omar Marmoush, and we analyse the Ballon D'Or nominees, with Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman the only African player on the 30-man shor…
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The late afternoon sun filtered through the windows of our tiny department office as I ran in to grab the papers I’d just printed. As I waited for them to finish, I examined the old books stacked on the shelf above the printer, brought to our school in Bulgaria by another ex-pat teacher many years ago, judging by the dust. One caught my eye - Willi…
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Welcome back to Craftcast Season 3! Shaun, Stephen, and James bring their unique perspectives to this season, starting with a deep dive into the biggest and oldest misconceptions about Freemasonry, from inclusivity to women in the fraternity. Learn more about the persecution faced by Freemasons during WWII, and discover how today's Freemasonry cham…
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Want to teach a multigenre essay project? Good! Our students see story splashed across so many platforms these days. Video, audio, visuals, and words all mixed up together in a daily swirl. Understanding how to tell a story across mediums is a highly relevant skill for students, and one they can quickly see the relevance of every time they switch o…
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After an 0-2 start to the season, the Adelaide 36ers responded with back-to-back wins. Isaac Humphries found form and Kendric Davis appears to have found a level of comfort, with Olgun and Kane reacting to the possible turnaround. Where the Cairns Taipans the biggest winners of the weekend and is Taran Armstrong ready to lead a team to the playoffs…
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Hey guys, Here is my set from Proxima. The latest party from the Trojan Events crew in Melbourne.Set contains killer Night Time Psy tunes from Artists like....Aloom, Natural Frequency, Axiom, Martian Arts, Mentalist, Nukleall, Stereoxide, Oxyflux, Radikal Moodz, Dribble, Bandicoot, MUTALIENS, Diksha, Antonymous, Hydra-E, Fiddle Faddle, Purist, Cree…
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This week we analyse the surprise decision by the Senegal Football Federation to part ways with national team coach Aliou Cisse, after a long and successful time in charge. We also look at the Fifa ban for Cameroon Football Federation president Samuel Eto’o, which bars him from attending any Cameroon international matches for six months. We speak t…
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