أفضل بودكاسات Alan Lester (2024)

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David Olusoga and Alan Lester - The Truth About the British Empire 1:21:14

24d ago1:21:14

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In our turbulent times, how do we grapple with our past? Are we capable of grappling with Britain's imperial history without whitewashing? David Olusoga and Alan Lester believe that the truth matters; it matters far too greatly to be hijacked by apologists and racists. They joined us in conversation to reveal the truth about the British Empire and …

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#154 Zaka Presents My Journey Alan d’Escragnolle 55:05

2d ago55:05

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Alan d’Escragnolle, CEO and Co-Founder of Filmhub, the tech-powered platform transforming film distribution. Born in San Diego to Brazilian and American parents, Alan opens up about the challenges of navigating two cultures. After leaving San Diego at a young age to connect more deeply with his Brazilian r…

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Historian of Science Natalie Lawrence - Why Monsters Matter 35:57

2d ago35:57

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Eric Alterman: 2024 Presidential Election - Choose One 25:26

1d ago25:26

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Why vote Republican when economic growth under Democratic presidents, is 4.6% and 2.4% under Republicans? Bob and Prof. Alterman view the 2024 Election-perhaps as the most consequential election campaign since WW 2, highlighting the candidates' leadership qualities: sane, compassionate, willing to learn and "something else entirely."…

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Yellow Streak Hero by Harlan Ellison - The Bad Boy of Sci-Fi Short Sci-Fi Story from the 1950s 28:47

1d ago28:47

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All your life you’ve crouched, waiting, in the path of impending disaster. That has been your job–what you were trained for. But you can’t help visualizing its arrival–prophesying what form it will take. So how could you be blamed for not recognizing it on arrival? Yellow Streak Hero by Harlan Ellison, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Specia…

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#130 Thousand island blessing: The Howling Stones (1997) by Alan Dean Foster 7:41

2d ago7:41

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It's been over a year since we last covered a novel in Alan Dean Foster's expansive Humanx Commonwealth setting. In these far-future novels, humanity has allied with the insectoid thranx species, which resemble huge, intelligent ants. Together, the two species create a benevolent, star-faring civilisation. The thranx are disappointingly absent from…

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#153 Zaka Presents My Journey Ty Richardson 51:30

6d ago51:30

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we are joined with Dr. Ty Richardson, a Trinidadian-American entrepreneur who boldly left a thriving corporate career to pursue his vision of building impactful ventures that empower others. From turning his start-up, YoPro Global, into a global social enterprise supporting youth and young professionals, to founding Pinnacle & Beyond Enterprises an…

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Harvard Historian Serhii Plokhy - Chernobyl Under Russian Occupation 1:05:36

6d ago1:05:36

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Harvard Professor and Ukrainian-born historian Serhii Plokhy joins the podcast to reveal the resilience and courage of the Ukrainian workers held hostage inside Chernobyl under Russian occupation. As hours stretched into weeks of hostility with no help from the outside world, the crew members' critical decisions alone prevented another nuclear cata…

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Quarantined Species by J. F. Bone - 1950s Science Fiction Short Story 38:11

6d ago38:11

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The Venusian horgels were cute, clever, intelligent. They made perfect pets. They were lovable. – But that was the big trouble. They were much, much too lovable! Quarantined Species by J. F. Bone, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Today’s episode is the third time author J. F. Bone has been on our podcast. His previous stories, Triggerman and…

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It Burns Me Up! by Ray Bradbury - 1940s Ray Bradbury Short Story 26:05

11d ago26:05

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“Don’t knock a man when he’s down,” they say.… But my cold blooded visitors paid no heed, as they laughed and wondered how I could talk to Saint Peter–with my throat cut from ear to ear! It Burns Me Up! by Ray Bradbury, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Who doesn’t love a vintage Ray Bradbury story? When I first came across this story I was r…

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Pulitzer Prize winners Russ Buettner and Susanne Craig - How Donald Trump Squandered His Fortune 1:07:48

12d ago1:07:48

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Soon after announcing his first campaign for presidency, Donald J. Trump declared that life “had not been easy for me”, delivering a campaign narrative around his business acumen based on his journey from talented upstart to a multi-billionaire. This narrative was a lie. Drawing on access to twenty years’ worth of Trump’s confidential tax informati…

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When the Moon Fell by Morrison Colladay- Apocalyptic Science Fiction Short Story 1:03:32

12d ago1:03:32

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In a world on the brink of catastrophe due to an unknown lunar invader, one man’s survival amidst universal apathy reveals the chaos that grips humanity. When the Moon Fell by Morrison Colladay, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Special thanks to Becallsberg who left us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts Netherlands! “Professional & High Quali…

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Double–Cross by Frederik Pohl - Sci Fi Short Stories From the 1940s 26:57

14d ago26:57

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Revolt was brewing on Venus, led by the descendant of the first Earthmen to land. Svan was the leader making the final plans—plotting them a bit too well. Double-Cross by Frederik Pohl, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Thanks to Martin Brown who recently bought us a coffee! “Thanks for such great stories.” Thank you Martin we appreciate you.…

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#152 Zaka Presents My Journey Shawna Kaye Lester 55:06

15d ago55:06

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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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Psychiatrist Bessel van der Kolk - When the Body Keeps the Score 1:53:51

16d ago1:53:51

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Traumatic experiences leave their imprint on the body as well as the mind, but they need not define us. Fusing insights from thirty years at the cutting-edge of neuroscience, and with the weight of decades of experience as an active therapist, Dr van der Kolk reveals the power of our relationships – whether the intimacy of the home or in our wider …

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Come Home From Earth by Edmond Hamilton - Short Sci-Fi Story From the 1940s 26:41

17d ago26:41

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Psychology professor Fred Ellis volunteers as the subject of a dangerous scientific experiment–never counting the cost! Come Home From Earth by Edmond Hamilton, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Author Edmond Hamilton returns to the podcast today. The first story we ever did by Hamilton was He That Hath Wings in case you missed it. Today’s st…

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Ronald E. Richter: JCCA / Repair the world / child by child 26:20

16d ago26:20

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Children, teenagers, young adults are struggling with mental health issues - sadness. depression, suicidal thoughts and more. Covid 19 made situations substantially worse. JCCA's Ron Richter tells us about his personal commitment to helping children with mental health issues.

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#129 Blind man's bluff: Night Walk (1967) by Bob Shaw 7:44

19d ago7:44

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In recent years, the reputation of the Northern Irish writer Bob Shaw has grown. He died in 1996, but left behind a large body of cleverly entertaining science fiction series, novels, and stories. Today, more readers are discovering Shaw's work, which is eminently readable and packed with intriguing ideas taken in surprising directions. Recently, I…

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Anthropologist Webb Keane - Animals, Robots, Gods 41:24

20d ago41:24

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Since the dawn of humanity, our sense of ourselves has been shaped by things that seem human - or nearly human - but are not. From sacrificial animals to household pets, ancient gods to future technologies like robots and AI, human ethics was, is and will continue to be profoundly influenced by its relationship with intelligences other than our own…

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Superiority by Arthur C. Clarke - Early Arthur C. Clarke Short Story 31:39

21d ago31:39

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Arthur C. Clarke returns with a plausible and witty tale of Interstellar warfare, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. We are so thankful for you. Our podcast continues to grow all over the world, you have rated us 246 times on Spotify with an average rating of 4.9 and someone bought us $15 worth of coffee, “Love listening to these as I drift of…

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The Stuff by Henry Slesar a Science Fiction Short Story From the 1960s 14:47

23d ago14:47

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Would it work? Yes. How would it work? Exactly like this. The Stuff by Henry Slesar, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. From Galaxy Science Fiction Magazine in August 1961 our story can be found on page 86, The Stuff by Henry Slesar… Next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast, Arthur C. Clarke returns with a plausible and witty tale of Interstellar warfa…

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Psychologist Mary Anderson - How to be a Happy High-Achiever 1:06:43

23d ago1:06:43

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Ambitious yet anxious? Harvard-trained clinical psychologist Dr Mary E. Anderson joined us with an actionable guide to maintaining your edge all while reducing stress and finding happiness along your journey. From understanding thoughts and behaviours that might be causing obstacles for you, such as negative forecasting and perfectionism, to buildi…

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#151 Zaka Presents My Journey Karoll-Ann Fanfan 54:47

24d ago54:47

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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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Arena by Fredric Brown - The Early Days of Science Fiction 1:20:14

24d ago1:20:14

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It was a weird sort of battle for survival–not only of individuals, but each, against his will, represented his whole race. And the battle rested on ingenuity, tenacity and courage, not strength alone. Arena by Frederic Brown, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Thank you Carolyn Guthleben for buying us 3 coffees! “Thank you for a great show. I…

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Spawning Ground by Lester Del Rey - Short Sci-Fi Story From the 1960s 28:55

27d ago28:55

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They weren't human. They were something more—and something less—they were, in short, humanity's hopes for survival! Spawning Ground by Lester Del Rey, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Special thanks to Ron McFarlan who bought us a coffee. “Still loving the show! I’d say it gets better but the early ones are pretty seamless quality wise. The …

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Membership Drive by Murray F. Yaco - 1960s Science Fiction Short Story 26:05

28d ago26:05

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Want to join our secret organization? Well, first you have to pass the tests. Membership Drive by Murray F. Yaco, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. We’re celebrating our 1st Annual It’s Almost Black Friday Sale with the greatest collection of vintage sci-fi short stories ever at an insane price. 300 vintage sci-fi short stories for only $19.9…

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Psychotherapist and Bestselling Author Anna Mathur - How to Tame Your Mind's Greatest Fears 1:05:13

29d ago1:05:13

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Psychotherapist and Sunday Times bestselling author Anna Mathur joins the podcast to debunk traditional strategies to manage common worries and introduce her new approach to overcoming the ten fundamental, uncomfortable truths in life: acceptance. Drawing upon her experience as a therapist as well as her own personal journey of grief, and training …

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#150 Zaka Presents My Journey Richardson Pierre 42:58

1M ago42:58

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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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Sam Leith and Amy Jeffs - Tales of Wonder, Myth and Magic 1:14:56

1M ago1:14:56

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Longtime listeners will remember the artist and folklorist Amy Jeffs from her episode exploring the medieval wilderness; her latest book Saints returns to the medieval world to explore the lives and legends of European saints -- from men raised by wolves to women communing with flocks of birds. She joined us in conversation with the author and crit…

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Never on Mars by John Wyndham author of Day of the Triffids and The Midwich Cuckoos 1:00:25

1M ago1:00:25

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Jeremy got to Mars, all right, but nobody else came back. And so people would not believe he had actually been there at all. Never on Mars by John Wyndham, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. John Wyndham appears for the first time on our podcast. Wyndham was born in 1903, the English science fiction writer is best known for his novels The Day …

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Oliver Burkeman - How to Live a Meaningful Life in an Age of Bewilderment 1:11:13

1M ago1:11:13

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Oliver Burkeman’s global bestseller Four Thousand Weeks was a reflection upon our brief time on earth that changed lives and inspired thousands. Now armed with a meadow of playful metaphors to illustrate his philosophy, he joins the podcast to offer us a crash course in how to make the most of our lives without giving into the cult of self-help. Sh…

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The Perfect Woman by Robert Sheckley - The Early Days of Science Fiction 19:34

1M ago19:34

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Somebody once came up with a song title we have never forgotten: “For every man there is a woman, so why did I gel stuck with you?” Not that Mr. Morcheck felt that way about Myra. He not only believed she was absolutely perfect; you could get a punch in the nose for doubting it! And he was so right—for a while! The Perfect Woman by Robert Sheckley,…

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College Life Today - The Humanities Re-Visited 25:26

1M ago25:26

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Bob and guests, education consultant Katina Rogers and CUNY Professor Matt Gold, discuss college life - TODAY - asking, why go to college - for a better job? better pay? the costs, the quality of education and, of course, what to study: Tech, STEM, the Humanities?

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#149 Zaka Presents My Journey Julio Manteiga 1:20:50

1M ago1:20:50

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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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#128 Space and the mind: The Black Corridor (1969) by Michael Moorcock and Hilary Bailey 7:22

1M ago7:22

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The hugely prolific Michael Moorcock is credited with making a major contribution to New Wave science fiction, mainly due to his editorship of the pivotal British magazine New Worlds. Moorcock wrote relatively few science fiction novels, certainly compared to his huge output of fantasy work, which he used to help support New Worlds financially. How…

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Novelist Rumaan Alam - on Wealth, Power, and Entitlement 56:09

1M ago56:09

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Barrack and Michele Obama loved Rumaan Alam's apocalyptic third novel, Leave the World Behind, so much they helped turn it into a wildly successful Netflix movie. That novel anticipated and captured the feel of life in the COVID pandemic with uncanny accuracy, and Rumaan's new book is no less attuned to the way we live now. Entitlement is the story…

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The Last Man in New York by Paul MacNamara - Science Fiction Short Story From the 1940s 1:25:12

1M ago1:25:12

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Joe Dunn and Julie are the sole survivors in a vast city of silence and death! The Last Man in New York by Paul MacNamara, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. We’ve narrated several last man on earth stories but this one is different as you are about to find out. Written by Paul MacNamara, a man who has one published story and that’s it, and we…

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#148 Zaka Presents My Journey Judi Johnson 58:28

1M ago58:28

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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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A Hitch in Space by Fritz Leiber - Science Fiction Short Story From the 1960s 26:20

2M ago26:20

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My Space-partner was a good reliable sidekick—but his partner was something else! A Hitch in Space by Fritz Leiber, that’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Today’s story appeared in only the third issue of Worlds of Tomorrow magazine in August 1963. You will find it on the cover and on page 78, A Hitch in Space by Fritz Leiber… Next on The Lost Sci…

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