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Calling all Chief Detectives! Bust or Trust is a podcast for curious kids’ who’d like to get to the bottom of some of the world’s most interesting mysteries. From Big Foot to the Lost City of Atlantis, “Myth Truster” Tiernan Douieb and “Myth Buster” Athena Kugblenu take you through each case. It’s up to the Chief Detectives listening to decide if they bust the myth or trust it! A real family listen, full of fun facts and silly jokes, this podcast encourages young listeners to think criticall ...
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Join the Loremen (James Shakeshaft and Alasdair Beckett-King) as they "investigate" local legends and forgotten folklore.
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In this podcast, special guests pop round to visit parent, comedian and writer Athena Kugblenu
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The podcast where comedian Dane Baptiste, producer Howard Cohen and a special guest pose the questions that need to be asked. Our special guests are amazing people from the world of film, TV, media and comedy. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/danebaptistequestionseverything. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Host and MC James Ross interviews the UKs top comedians, alongside their sets from London’s loveliest comedy night: Quantum Leopard!
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“My Journey”shares inspiring and motivational stories from the successful leaders in the First & Second generation communities in America. We are surrounded by heroes everywhere we go from our teachers, our farmers, lawyers etc and to our small business owners, chefs and fitness trainers. "My Journey" will be a safe, authentic and vulnerable space for the immigrant community. To fuel you to unpack your greatness and live your full potential. “If you don’t see it, you cannot become it”.
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Comedian Hatty Ashdown and Gemma Beagley are joined by a different mum from the world of comedy - no judgement, no filter on this crazy ride of life, work, sprogs and being bloody great women .
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Life, love and work in a white man's world. Let's help each other figure it out! Presenters: Sadia Azmat and Monty Onanuga
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EXTRA LIFE is a podcast about people’s life in gaming, and the games in their lives. Journalist Keza Macdonald (video games editor of The Guardian) and comedian Ellie Gibson (of TV’s Go 8Bit and hit podcast Scummy Mummies) talk to guests from the worlds of comedy (and beyond) about the games they grew up with and the games they love now. Whether you’re a nerd or a casual gamer, you’re in the capable controller-clawed hands of two friends who’ve spent decades being stupid about video games, a ...
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The comedy podcast by Alex Sievewright where we ask our special guest the burning question... 'How was your week, last week?' https://www.patreon.com/twtwtwwi Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Global Pillage is a brand new comedy panel show podcast all about idiom, culture, customs and norms. What do the Japanese mean when they accuse someone of "having a cat on their head"? What do your friends make you do if you're unmarried by thirty in Germany? What did the acronym NORWICH mean (the equivalent of sexting jargon) if sent between World War Two sweethearts? All the oddness of humanity is explored in this hilarious new show where TWO TEAMS OF COMEDIANS take on the HIVE MIND OF THE ...
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#152 Zaka Presents My Journey Shawna Kaye Lester
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We sit down with Shawna Kaye Lester, an entrepreneur and founder of Memorable Essay, who has dedicated her career to helping ambitious students and international medical graduates secure spots in their dream schools and residencies. Shawna’s journey from Jamaica to the U.S. is one of grit, determination, and relentless pursuit of growth. She opens …
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Bhangarh Fort is an ancient abandoned walled city that is said to be one of the most haunted places in India. But do evil spirits really roam the Fort at night? And could a princess really move a boulder using perfume? Tiernan and Athena look at all the evidence so that you can decide. Brought to you by Small Wardour, makers of some of the best pod…
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Loremen S5Ep53 - Graveyard Jacks with Icy Sedgwick
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Deputy Loreperson Icy Sedgwick (Fabulous Folklore with Icy) joins James and Alasdair, and she brings with her the stories of a Geordie graverobber and a Mackem resurrection man. It's Newcastle vs Sunderland, and the bones of the dead do not rest easy in this Tyne-Wear derby. Plus the Loreboys come up with several new business ideas. Anyone for glow…
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The Most Haunted Building in England
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The Ancient Ram Inn is said to be the most haunted building in England with all sorts of ghosts and ghouls inside haunting anyone who dares visit. But could it be that not all is what it seems and its actually just in need of a serious dust? Athena and Tiernan take a look at the spooky pub to help you figure it out. Brought to you by Small Wardour,…
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#151 Zaka Presents My Journey Karoll-Ann Fanfan
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We dive into the inspiring journey of Karoll-Ann Fanfan, CEO of TaxFit LLC and Kouka's Closet LLC. Forced to leave her native country after a traumatic event, Karoll-Ann shares how she turned adversity into success as a leading tax consultant and entrepreneur in the U.S. Through vulnerability and resilience, she opens up about her challenges, trium…
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Loremen S5Ep52 - The Grey Hitchhiker
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The terrifying tale of the Grey Hitchhiker (or the Gray Hitcher, for Americans) comes from that spooky road, The Notorious A38. Over several decades, drivers have made the mistake of stopping for a hitchhiker who does not obey the laws of hitchhiking (or nature). If you're driving between Tiverton and Taunton, you might see the Grey Hitchhiker. If …
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Sikisa is one of the absolute wonders of the current stand-up scene - as at home on Live at the Apollo as the equally prestigious Quantum Leopard! And alongside this absolutely wonderful set, she also talks with host and MC James Ross about immigration law and getting some dick. CWs: Experiences of racism, violence against women, consent issues gen…
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Will anyone ever know what Stonehenge, one of the most famous monuments in England was actually for? And could it really be a landing pad for aliens when there's no rock solid evidence? Athena and Tiernan give you all the evidence on this prehistoric stone circle, so you, our Chief Detectives can work it out. Brought to you by Small Wardour, makers…
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#150 Zaka Presents My Journey Richardson Pierre
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In this episode, we highlight the inspiring success story of Richardson Pierre, a first-generation Haitian immigrant who defies negative stereotypes with his entrepreneurial journey. Richardson shares how the determination and grit he absorbed from watching Haitian merchants as a young boy shaped his mindset and fueled his ambitions. From his early…
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Loremen S5Ep51 - Haunting Houses
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The Loremen encounter what might be the biggest ghost in the history of the podcast. We're talking about a house that is a ghost. (Pretty big, right?) James takes Alasdair to the South West of England to view a property that's just come on the market and could vanish at any moment. Could this phantom maison be an echo of The Anarchy from the reign …
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Dragons - the magical legendary creatures that feature in many, many, stories, folk tales, fairy tales, famous legends, films, TV shows, games and of course, national flags, but, is there any evidence that they ever existed? Join Tiernan and Athena at this very special live show from the London Podcast Festival 2024 to find out and hear what the li…
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#149 Zaka Presents My Journey Julio Manteiga
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In this episode, we sit down with Julio Manteiga, the Head of Content and Communications at the National Basketball Retired Players Association. Born to immigrant parents from Cuba and Spain and raised in Queens, NY, Julio's story is one of grit, perseverance, and passion. From his humble beginnings to becoming a key figure at the NBA, Julio opens …
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Loremen S5Ep50 - The Poltergeist of Moreton
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The boys are back, with yet more tales of Moreton lore! This time James visits South Moreton in Oxfordshire, for the outrageous story of a faux-poltergeist (fauxtergeist?). But don't fret, folklore fans - the village of South Moreton boasts enough "real" ghosts to spook the horses. Plus, a deadly locomotive and a very misleading prophecy. Come see …
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Throughout history its been said that some people have the power to heal people by using spirits or cosmic energy. But science says that's not the case. Have people really been healed by spirits or just put into high spirits by thinking they were? Tiernan and Athena soothe you with the evidence so you can decide for yourself. Brought to you by Smal…
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#148 Zaka Presents My Journey Judi Johnson
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We explore the extraordinary journey of Jamaican-born actress Judi Johnson, who went from Clarendon to Hollywood, starring in projects like Magic Mike XXL and Double Cross. In this episode, Judi shares how she transitioned from corporate work to starring in over 40 projects. She speaks on the challenges and strengths of being a Black actress and ho…
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Loremen S5Ep49 - The Great Chislehurst Cave Mystery
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Who's that, beckoning to you from the mouth of a weird looking cave? Why it's Alasdair Beckett-King of course! Join him and James Shakeshaft, and enter a subterranean labyrinth hidden beneath a leafy London borough. In 1907, The Illustrated London News called it The Great Chislehurst Cave Mystery: 22 miles of hand-carved tunnels, with stories of sm…
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Loremen S5Ep48 - The Treasure in the Tower LIVE Part 2
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We return to the Tower of London and make a last ditch attempt to find John Barkstead's lost treasure. Meet Mr Quarrell (the treasure hunter) and Major Pogson (the big daddy of British dowsing). The year is 1957: will the traitor's horde finally be unearthed? No, of course not. But James will tell a fun story about the Ceremony of the Keys. Come se…
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Is the Mandrake really a magical screaming plant? Or is there something else at the root of this myth? Tiernan and Athena pull up the evidence so you can decide about this mysterious vegetable. Brought to you by Small Wardour, makers of some of the best podcasts for kids. *** If your chief detectives want to hear more from the investigations, inclu…
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#147 Zaka Presents My Journey Samantha Ramirez Herrera
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We’re beyond excited to share our conversation with Samantha Ramirez-Herrera, a talenter filmmaker, advocate, and the founder of OffThaRecord. Sam’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and relentless advocacy. As a former undocumented immigrant, she has dedicated her career to addressing some of today’s most pressing issues such as economic…
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Loremen S5Ep47 - The Treasure in the Tower LIVE Part 1
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What connects a traitor, a Sandwich and a mushroom farmer from Kent? It's the lost treasure of 'Invisible' John Barkstead, which is buried somewhere underneath the Tower of London. Although there are those who say ... it isn't. In Part 1 of this LIVE episode, we meet a regicidal bum bailiff, Alasdair unearths the TRUTH™ about the death of Oliver Cr…
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Episode 22: Bobbie Jones
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Bobbie Jones is a superb queer comedian & writer, wielding a turn of phrase like a falchion of fun, and alongside a wonderful QL set she talks with host and MC James Ross about shaved tits, the Megabus and how pain is not the root of all creativity. If you'd like to see more from Bobbie, she regularly performs with QL's Northern sibling Blizzard Co…
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100 miles of cloven hoofprints in the snow, has the Devil been doing an ultra-marathon, or is there a good explanation for this case from the 19th century? Tiernan and Athena take all the necessary steps to help you, our Chief Detectives, solve the case. Brought to you by Small Wardour, makers of some of the best podcasts for kids. *** If your chie…
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#146 Zaka Presents My Journey Tina Rodriguez
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We sit down with Tina, Senior Director of Content Strategy, Programming, and Acquisition at AspireTV. With over 20 years in the media industry, Tina shares her journey, how she found her voice, the evolution of content strategy, and the importance of diversity in storytelling. She also offers advice for emerging professionals from underrepresented …
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Loremen S5Ep46 - Gunter and The Witches
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James talks Alasdair through the case of Anne Gunter's demonic possession... or was it all an elaborate hoax with lashings of wee wee? It's time for more Moreton! We're not talking Eleanor Morton, here. And We're not talking Moreton-in-Marsh either. This week's tale comes from North Moreton, and from from Mike White's book The Veiled Vale: Strange …
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Many religions believe the Nagas were an ancient race of superpowered serpent people from South East Asia. But did they really slither their way across the continent? Athena and Tiernan look into whether snake people really ruled kingdoms and bring you all the information. Brought to you by Small Wardour, makers of some of the best podcasts for kid…
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#145 Zaka Presents My Journey Kamala Avila-Salmon
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Join us as we sit down with Kamala Avila-Salmon, the dynamic Head of Inclusive Content at Lionsgate, who is redefining representation in Hollywood. In this episode, Kamala shares her journey from Jamaica to Harvard, the pivotal moments that shaped her career, and how she’s using storytelling to drive social change. Get inspired by her insights on d…
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Loremen S5Ep45 - Saints Alive with Amy Jeffs
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Saints alive! Amy Jeffs returns to the pod, and she's brought a bunch of kooky saints with her. We're talking adorable otters, vengeful ghosts and a guy with a load of forks in his beard. (Maybe...) An alternative telling of St Edmund's legend (and many more) can be found in Amy's upcoming book: Saints: A new legendary of heroes, humans and magic. …
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Episode 21: Nick Elleray
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Nick Elleray is the kind of comedian, writer and glorious human who makes a QL night a sheer delight. He also makes it really hard to write a blurb that doesn't involve cliches like "wry humour" and "keen observations" but frankly... yeah. Alongside an absolutely blinding set, he also talks to host and MC James Ross about aging, love and Hastings. …
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There are many mentions in Medieval texts and ancient drawings of the Bonnacon, a strange cow horse beast with, er, an unusual defence method. It shoots burning hot poop at anyone who threatens it. But did this strange, and hilariously disgusting creature ever exist or was it just an old form of comic relief? Athena and Tiernan investigate, when th…
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#144 Zaka Presents My Journey Jevic Muteba
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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jevic Muteba, a former NCAA student-athlete from Zaire (now the DRC) turned successful entrepreneur. Jevic shares his journey of founding businesses, raising over $35 million, and driving key partnerships in high-growth tech companies. We'll explore how his immigrant upbringing shaped his path, his challen…
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Loremen S5Ep44 - The Enfield Mysteries with Athena Kugblenu
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Athena Kugblenu returns to the pod, for a journey through Enfield: the Croydon of North London and home to one of the world's most famous polterguys. But how is this London borough connected to a three-legged ape in Illinois? What kind of beast appears on the Enfield coat of arms? And is The Conjuring 2 a good film?* These, dear listener, are the E…
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