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Alex Andreou and Naomi Smith welcome special guest Rafael Behr to talk about the choices facing the Starmer government. Or as Raf put it "the fork on the road that everyone seems to see, but Starmer refuses to acknowledge. And - why has our right wing media landscape become so Americanised? Plus 'Wokey Dokey' and 'Grin And Share It'. ***SPONSOR US AT KO-FI.COM/QUIETRIOTPOD*** ”I think we should be very glad that we are blessed with quite bad fascists.”  “The public expect Starmer to be more ambitious in recalibrating the UK's relationship with the EU. If he is not prepared to do that now, when the atmospherics are what they are and the entire world order has been turned upside-down, maybe we have to accept he is just not going to do it.” “There is no way to explain why one would think TikTok is dangerous because the firm is close to the Chinese regime, but X is fine because it is fully owned by a rich guy that does Nazi salutes, to think one agenda dangerous but not the other, that doesn't involve some basic ‘state-bad, private-good' belief.”  “There is a profound crisis in the British Right, because the refutation of their big-picture political model has been so thorough - not just Brexit, austerity, the Truss budget, the most popular thing Sunak ever did was to pay everyone's wages - they have nowhere to go.”  CALLS TO ACTION Go here to add your voice on what our new UK/EU relationship should look like. https://www.commonsensedeal.com/ Foxglove - the UK organisation fighting for tech equality can be found here. The international network People vs Big Tech is here. GRIN AND SHARE IT Read about antiviral lablab chewing gum. READING Read the FT piece about why the anti-woke platform seems to have backfired for Australian Conservatives. ALEX ANDREOU'S PODYSSEY can be found here: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alex-andreous-podyssey/id1798575126 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2x7cD3HjkOyOKTF4YT5Goy?si=e7a86b762431451f AMAZON MUSIC: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/8c996062-ef8d-42e4-9d80-5b407cb6e2e2/alex-andreou's-podyssey OVERCAST: https://overcast.fm/+ABN4Gd7AP9Q POCKET CASTS: https://pca.st/podcast/9e98d690-d812-013d-ea22-0affdfd67dbd YouTube Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch? v=l9GIOOP7pUU&list=PLo7dIXWHNar1u1rKsXUTgYnDhJebTp-eo PODBEAN: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/gt7a4-3460bc/Alex-Andreou%27s-Podyssey-Podcast Or you can add it to any app, using the RSS feed: https://feeds.megaphone.fm/podyssey SUBSCRIBE OR FOLLOW NOW! Our bookshop including many of the books we have featured can be found at uk.bookshop.org/shop/quietriot ***SPONSOR US AT KO-FI.COM/QUIETRIOTPOD*** With Naomi Smith, Alex Andreou and Kenny Campbell – in cahoots with Sandstone Global. Email us at quietriotpod@gmail.com. Or visit our website www.quietriotpod.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Carmen & Bolude marks something of a first for Australian films. Here is a comedy about two close friends, Carmen (Michela Carattini) and Bolude (Bolude Watson), who both call Australia home. Carmen proudly embraces her Latin heritage, while Bolude navigates the line between Western values and her Nigerian roots. Together, they take on the world and the rampant Americanised identity politics that have caused much society to turn against itself.We meet Carmen on the subways of New York where a man uses the close proximity of a packed train to touch her. Carmen loudly and proudly advocates for herself, standing up against the patriarchal dominance of the spaces we live.When we meet Bolude, she is also working abroad in new York, a home away from home where she needs to navigate the surprise marriage proposal from her white Aussie boyfriend Tommy (Liam Grienke). That navigation means a careful consideration of how she approaches her cultural roots, and the path that she wants to follow in her life. After all, it's quite likely that her father Akin (Wale Ojo) would disapprove of the marriage.And disapprove he does, giving Bolude the ultimatum that she needs to collect 100 welcomes from Australian locals to prove to her father that she has a home away from home. What follows is a bright and delightful celebration of sisterhood, friendship, and remembering the cultural roots that tie us to our parents and our past.What makes Carmen & Bolude something of a first for Australian films is in its proudly women-led foundations, driven by voices that want to hear themselves on screen in an industry that regularly asks for more diversity on screen. We so rarely get to hear from the Nigerian diaspora on screen in Australia, so to not only see and hear their stories, but to also witness the joy of dance, is an impactful step forward for Australian cinema.Carmen & Bolude is a joyous, life affirming comedy that'll have you grinning from start to finish. Full of rich and beautiful characters that make you feel like you're spending time with family and friends. It's a genuine delight, and I'm grateful for the time and openness that both Michela and Bolude shared with me in the following interview.Carmen & Bolude is produced by Yolandi Franken and Michela Carattini, with Michela co-directing alongside Maria Isabel Delaossa. Michela and Bolude co-wrote the script together, and take co-lead duties in the film, with a supporting cast that includes David Collins, Olivia Vasquez, Wale Ojo, and many more.In the following discussion, Michela and Bolude talk about the journey to getting this story on screen, the joy of dance, and the importance of seeing and hearing your own stories on screen.Carmen & Bolude will be screening at the Hayden Orpheum on 19 March 2025, with further screenings around Australia. Find all the dates and more here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carmen & Bolude marks something of a first for Australian films. Here is a comedy about two close friends, Carmen (Michela Carattini) and Bolude (Bolude Watson), who both call Australia home. Carmen proudly embraces her Latin heritage, while Bolude navigates the line between Western values and her Nigerian roots. Together, they take on the world and the rampant Americanised identity politics that have caused much society to turn against itself.We meet Carmen on the subways of New York where a man uses the close proximity of a packed train to touch her. Carmen loudly and proudly advocates for herself, standing up against the patriarchal dominance of the spaces we live.When we meet Bolude, she is also working abroad in new York, a home away from home where she needs to navigate the surprise marriage proposal from her white Aussie boyfriend Tommy (Liam Grienke). That navigation means a careful consideration of how she approaches her cultural roots, and the path that she wants to follow in her life. After all, it's quite likely that her father Akin (Wale Ojo) would disapprove of the marriage.And disapprove he does, giving Bolude the ultimatum that she needs to collect 100 welcomes from Australian locals to prove to her father that she has a home away from home. What follows is a bright and delightful celebration of sisterhood, friendship, and remembering the cultural roots that tie us to our parents and our past.What makes Carmen & Bolude something of a first for Australian films is in its proudly women-led foundations, driven by voices that want to hear themselves on screen in an industry that regularly asks for more diversity on screen. We so rarely get to hear from the Nigerian diaspora on screen in Australia, so to not only see and hear their stories, but to also witness the joy of dance, is an impactful step forward for Australian cinema.Carmen & Bolude is a joyous, life affirming comedy that'll have you grinning from start to finish. Full of rich and beautiful characters that make you feel like you're spending time with family and friends. It's a genuine delight, and I'm grateful for the time and openness that both Michela and Bolude shared with me in the following interview.Carmen & Bolude is produced by Yolandi Franken and Michela Carattini, with Michela co-directing alongside Maria Isabel Delaossa. Michela and Bolude co-wrote the script together, and take co-lead duties in the film, with a supporting cast that includes David Collins, Olivia Vasquez, Wale Ojo, and many more.In the following discussion, Michela and Bolude talk about the journey to getting this story on screen, the joy of dance, and the importance of seeing and hearing your own stories on screen.Carmen & Bolude will be screening at the Hayden Orpheum on 19 March 2025, with further screenings around Australia. Find all the dates and more here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After watching the movie Tango de la Muerte Lisa takes up tap dancing and sucks at it until Prof Frink gives her self tapping shoes. Meanwhile Bart and Milhouse instead of going to camp spend over night in the mall trashing it in the process. Wiggum thinks it's the work of a giant rat so unleashes a puma in the mall. And Rob is agast at Andy's Americanised pronunciation of "pooma" - awful awful stuff. [Synopsis at 13:00]

Is this really that important?!  To some apparently it is! Hello, flute enthusiasts! This week on Talking Flutes, we dive into a topic that has sparked much debate within the flute-playing community: should we call ourselves flautists or flutists? takes us on an engaging journey through the history, cultural context, and personal preferences that shape this ongoing discussion. The origins of the terms flautist and flutist are as varied as the music we play. The word "flute" itself comes from the Latin "flatus," meaning blowing or breath, which is central to the instrument's identity. The term "flautist" first appeared in English literature in the early 19th century, derived from the Italian "flautista." This Italian influence was significant during a period when many English-speaking musicians looked to Italy for musical inspiration. But why did we borrow an Italian term when "flutist" already existed? Some suggest that "flautist" added a sense of sophistication and prestige, reflective of the European classical tradition. Others believe it was simply a matter of style and preference. Today's use of these terms varies by region. In the United States and Canada, "flutist" is overwhelmingly preferred, likely due to the American emphasis on linguistic efficiency. Major musical institutions like the National Flute Association have standardised this term. Across the pond in the United Kingdom, "flautist" is the term of choice, aligning with the British love for tradition and European musical terms. In Australia and New Zealand, the British influence means "flautist" is more common, though American influences bring some variation. In South Africa, British English has historically dominated, making "flautist" more prevalent. Interestingly, in non-English speaking countries, the term used is often a straightforward derivation of the word "flute," with less controversy. For instance, French speakers use "flûtiste," and Germans use "Flötist," both aligning more closely with "flautist." So, why does this matter so much to people? For many musicians, the term they use is closely tied to their identity. In the classical music world, where tradition is paramount, calling oneself a "flautist" connects to the rich history of European classical music. Conversely, "flutist" feels more modern and accessible, appealing to those who find "flautist" elitist or pretentious. The debate also has professional implications. In the US, using "flautist" might be seen as unusual, while in the UK, "flutist" might come across as overly Americanised. This choice can reflect broader questions of professionalism and authority within the flute community. Ultimately, whether you call yourself a flautist, flutist, or simply a flute player, what truly matters is the music you create and the connection you make with your audience. Language evolves, and so do we as musicians. So, let's celebrate the diversity in our community and focus on what unites us: our love for the flute. 'Talking Flutes', Talking Flutes Extra', 'Bitesize' & Revisited' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company.  For more information visit https://tjflutes.comn

Talk Art Special Episode! We meet Paul Green, President and Founder of Halcyon Gallery and Kate Brown, Halcyon's Creative Director. We explore the epic new Andy Warhol exhibition BEYOND THE BRAND, dedicated to the life and work of Andy Warhol which is now open at Halcyon's galleries until 7th April at 148 & 29 New Bond Street, London. Free to visit! ‘The reason I'm painting this way is that I want to be a machine, and I feel that whatever I do and do machine-like is what I want to do.'ANDY WARHOLAndy Warhol (1928 – 1987) explored the intersection between art and commerce like no other artist in history. Beginning his career as a commercial illustrator, his transition to contemporary artist was marked by the depiction of everyday products such as Campbell's Soup cans, Brillo boxes and Coca-Cola bottles.Born Andrew Warhola, the artist ‘Americanised' his name and transformed himself into a brand. He contrived a public persona that was apparently naïve to the implications of his work; ever armed with glib remarks to deflect questions from journalists. As he became active in numerous industries, ‘Andy Warhol' became a record label, a production company and a publisher.His commitment to the exploration of commercial themes persisted throughout his career as is best demonstrated by the Ads series, created towards the end of his life. Through these works, Warhol elevated advertisements, transforming them into vibrant, captivating works of art. In doing so, he blurred the line between commercial design and fine art more directly than at any point in his career.Warhol's seismic contribution to art history is that he tied his work to a collective consciousness more closely than any other artist had before. His art is a pure reflection of popular culture in his lifetime and the spirit of western capitalism.Andy Warhol, Beyond the Brand will run until 7th April. Visit Halcyon Gallery's two spaces at 148 & 29 New Bond Street, London to see this powerful exhibition!Free entry. Show runs until 7th April 2024: https://www.halcyongallery.com/exhibitions/79-andy-warhol-beyond-the-brand/Follow @HalcyonGallery on Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hallowe'en is Americanised rubbish. Not our thing. Annoying. I don't get it and I don't get why it has become so popular here. Well, that was until yesterday...  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Has Halloween become too Americanised? Anton Savage was joined by Brenda Power, columnist with The Irish Daily Mail and Alison Curtis, Presenter of Weekend Breakfast on Today FM to discuss...

Van Badham and Ben Davison congratulate the aged care workers who, by standing together in union, are starting to see their pay increases flow from this week and discuss how there is a union for everyone whether you're in aged care, ice cream making, acting or professional sport. Join your union at australianunions.org.au/wow Dan Andrews has said no to the Commonwealth Games cost blow out so Van and Ben explore the reaction, what it means for the legacy infrastructure and just why billionaire and corporate owned media is SO upset. The official referendum "information" pamphlets have been published and it is already clear that the NO campaign is relying on misinformation, misrepresentation and Americanised tactics.  Van and Ben discuss why Albo standing up to 2GB's Ben Fordham and people speaking out against the misinformation is vital for our democracy. Jason Clare, Commonwealth Education Minister, gave a National Press Club speech today so Ben and Van take a look at the reality of public education in Australia.  With NINETY EIGHT PERCENT (98%) of public schools underfunded our hosts explore what is happening in education in Australia. The good news is about plastics! Our supporters continue to help us grow which is why we give our Cadre and Extend the Reach supporters personalised shoutouts. You can join them by visiting www.buymeacoffee.com/weekonwednesday 

On this episode of Paddock Talk:Nyck D. is on the hot seatF1 isn't all that "Americanised" You can watch the full episode, the next day after episode release, on YouTube @ato_usf1For clips from this and other shows and more F1 content, check out Twitter, Instagram and Tik Tok @ato_usf1Please remember to like, subscribe and shareIf you have the time, a review would be greatly appreciatedThank you for listening and enjoy the show!

This week on News from the Nerds, the usual trio of James M, Sam and Abby digest all the biggest headlines following the second running of the polarising Miami Grand Prix, including Laurent Rossi's explosive comments about his Alpine team. In this week's show, we cover: Aston Martin Honda? F1 is heading towards a new era of engine regulations in 2026 and currently, six prospective power unit manufacturers have signed up. All but one has a works deal in place already – Honda. The Japanese car giant has found recent success with Red Bull, but it will need to find a new home come the end of 2025. Where might they land? An early front-runner has emerged… https://www.formulanerds.com/news/honda-looking-increasingly-likely-to-stay-in-f1-but-who-with/ Crisis at Alpine It's been a disappointing start to the F1 season for the team based at Enstone – hoping to solidify last year's P4 in the Constructors' Championship and take the fight to the top three, Alpine have found themselves slipping back – and being usurped altogether by the upstart Aston Martin team. What does Alpine CEO Laurent Rossi have to say about it? It certainly doesn't make for pretty listening https://www.formulanerds.com/news/otmar-szafnauer-has-his-say-on-laurent-rossis-amateurish-comments/ https://www.formulanerds.com/news/szafnauer-alpine-have-gained-on-some-rivals-from-last-season/ A false re-start for Mercedes? How do you solve a problem like… Mercedes' no-pod approach? The former champs have seemingly been stuck in a holding pattern since the start of last season. Can they get out of it, and to what cost? Only time will tell, but it's a game of try and try again for the Brackley-based outfit https://www.formulanerds.com/news/hamilton-mercedes-upgrade-will-take-steps-forward/ Red Bull dominating – but boring? The talking point to beat all talking points this season – is Red Bull's excellence ruining the show? Our panel has their say after comments from Martin Brundle and others https://www.formulanerds.com/news/f1latestnews/perez-we-simply-didnt-have-the-pace-compared-to-verstappen-at-the-miami-gp/ F1 intros here to stay? What is it they say about Marmite? The ‘Americanised' build up to the Miami Grand Prix rubbed some up the wrong way, but might they have to get used to it elsewhere on the F1 calendar too? It's starting to look that way. Following on from the Miami Race Review show, the trio analyse the merits and demerits of an F1 leaning ever more into “the show” This show is sponsored by FormulaModelShop – For all your racing teamwear, models and Gifts. Visit  www.fms.store or pick up instore Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iron Chef, the bombastic Japanese cooking competition has returned to screens - but an Americanised adaptation. Father of the Bride is also back on our screen, but without Steve Martin.

This week we watched Dallas Buyer's Club (2013) and discussed how the AIDS crisis and queer history in general is Americanised, as well as stereotypes about gay people from back then still affects us now in the present. Also, we discuss the health industry and how it screws everyone over but specifically people of colour and the working class. It's a bit heavy this week, so we both recommend Netflix's series "Old Enough!" which is about kids going on their first ever errand. It's very cute and wholesome if you need a reprieve from everything going on right now. our website twitter/tiktok: @filmqueery instagram: @filmqueerypodcast

Jack draws on extensive Beach Boys research to regale Yair with tales of their famously awful frontman and artistic parasite, Mike Love, and why we must all suffer for Mike Love's art. NOTE - We have opted for the Americanised "asshole", as is the common parlance when discussing Mike Love, as a quick Google search of "Mike Love asshole" will bear out, once you've sifted through all the pornography. Similar results to "Mike Gapes" really. Subscribe to the RP Patreon today at patreon.com/reelpolitik to hear the second part, along with an extra half hour of material from the sessions for our 238th episode.

Halloween is around the corner! Millions of revenue is generated so is it just a bit of fun or more Americanised stuff we have to buy into? Josie and I chat about how it has changed and how massive Halloween is now! As always we would love to hear from you! Claire and Josie x Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/absolutelygoldenpodcast)

As we move to our new Americanised system of midseason breaks and unaffordable healthcare, it's time for the best of the start of Season 5. We'll be back with a brand new episode next week but until then, enjoy the best headlines and sketches from Episodes 1-4!Enjoying the show? Don't forget you can get early access to every episode and the stories on the I See You facebook page by signing up to our Patreon. Join now as an Early Bird supporter and you can get a massive discount on all of our exclusive content!Written by Sam Gore, Eddie French and David StanierEdited by Sam GoreProduced by Huw Roberts and our brilliant Patreon supportersI See News theme by Eddie FrenchGraphic design by Chumchi.comLook to the Stars written, recorded and produced by Eddie FrenchLink: https://eddiefrench.bandcamp.com/Advertise Your Business  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5613-advertise-your-business-License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licensewww.Patreon.com/ISeeYouStories Support the show (http://www.patreon.com/ISeeYouStories)

finally it's happened to me (getting Molly on the podcast)Life was a drag until we got Molly Ward in the studio, to talk about a pair of twin films that see straight actors dragging it up in mirroring road-trip comedies. A longtime listener with a deep love of all things drag, Molly is here to help Noah and Eliza enthuse over the still-legendary and empathetic Aussie classic The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. Then the gang discusses their first time watching To Wong Foo, Thanks For Everything! Julie Newmar, an Americanised take on a very similar story of queer city-slicker fabulosity stuck in a remote backwater town.Why is one film so beloved, 'daggily Australian', and perhaps before its time (with a few notable scenes as exceptions), and the other feels somewhat static, with Swayze, Snipes and Leguizamo just as stranded as their admittedly very entertained viewers? it's time to make your choice, and DO fuck it upTRIPLET IN THE ATTIC LINKSNoah's close friend and Melbourne drag queen Iva Rosebud (https://www.instagram.com/ivarosebud/)Eliza's drag pageant behind-the-scenes doco The Queen (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0063477/)Molly's inclusive alternative to Drag Race, The Boulet Brothers' Dragula (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6289132/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0) + The SImpsons foray into drag 'Werking Mom' (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7702262/?ref_=nm_flmg_act_7)Anthony's work with The Push, with new singles out now = https://instagram.com/thepushinc?utm_medium=copy_link / https://linktr.ee/thepushincSend a lil thanks to the gang via https://www.buymeacoffee.com/twinpicksEMAIL: twinpickspodcast@gmail.comINSTAGRAM: twinpicksFACEBOOK: @twinpickspodcastROUGH CUT: https://roughcutfilm.com/NEXT TIME: The greatest HORROR acting performances See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Australian Labor Party has one odd mystery... Given that Australian's use British English and spell words like colour, humour, etc with O-U-R, why does the ALP spell their name without a U? The name comes from "labour", because of its origins with the workers movements and unions, but where along the line did the spelling become Americanised? Well that's exactly what I'm going to find out. Join me in a dive through history, a very obviously not Canadian man, and a Labor historian's commentary on booklets as I get to the bottom of this once and for all. Support the channel on patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AuspolExplained Get a copy of the script here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_X1JfGDP6jOHFMJAzdrQnIKULnnWuvde/view?usp=sharing Like Auspol Explained on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Auspol-Explained-107892180702388 Auspol Explained would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people and their Elders as the owners and custodians of the Land that the video was filmed and edited on. This Land was stolen and never ceded. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

A podcast for English learners!  Improve your listening skills, practice your pronunciation, learn new vocabulary!     This episode, I'm chatting with Heather!   We chatted about becoming Americanised, simplifying language to read online, and tricky grammar points...Grammar tip = Have To v. Must     Pronunciation tip = 3 x typical UK & US differences     Presenter = Sam  @_emaileng (Twitter IG), @emaileng (TikTok)         Music = "Baby Bloodheart" by Mara Carlyle  @MaraCarlyle     www.marcarlyle.bandcamp.com      Artwork = Penny Rossano  @pennyrossanomusicart (IG)   www.pennyrossanoillustrations.com     

Nabil & Youssef start this exclusive duo episode by expressing their satirist hidden side; their views on raging liberals are clear. The methods used to raise children in the Arab world has changed as the boys touch base with the reasons behind that matter. Then the dynamic between men and women is questioned by the revelation of things men are secretly afraid of.

Kane discusses trading contracted players and how the game is becoming to Americanised

Astonishing sums are being spent in the US election, so we drill down into the figures. Sheila Krumholz, executive director of the Center for Responsive Politics, talks us through how much campaigns are spending. In Germany spending on elections is a fraction of that in the US, and with greater oversight, as Tanit Koch, managing director at news channel n-tv, explains. We hear about strict new electoral spending rules in South Africa from Dr Magnus Ohman, specialist in African political finance at the International Foundation for Electoral Systems. And following a boost in political donations for the last Australian elections we ask Danielle Wood from the Grattan Institute in Melbourne whether it is inevitable that political campaign financing around the world is going to become more Americanised. Also in the programme, UK prime minister Boris Johnson has said the country must "get ready" for no EU trade deal by the end of the year. David Herzenhorn is bureau chief for Politico in Brussels and tells us why a deal is still proving so hard to reach. Plus, the Israeli parliament has approved a US-brokered agreement between the United Arab Emirates and Israel, and earlier this week the first cargo ship to sail under its terms docked at the Israeli port of Haifa, having travelled from Dubai. We find out why relations between the sides are warming now, from Bernard Avishai, professor of political economy at Dartmouth College in the United States.

SHOUT US COFFEE:https://bit.ly/2zJaPTfFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lemonpodcastshow/Instagram: http://bit.ly/2TPE0dfTwitter: http://bit.ly/2TEpfLaOur Spotify Playlist: https://spoti.fi/2IMmpxJHosted by:Phillip Kuoch: https://bit.ly/PhilsIGThomas Tan Tan: http://bit.ly/2TU4QCk The Ni Hao Ma DebateEarly last week MasterChef contestant Sarah Tiong was doing a round of media interviews after being eliminated from the showShe then posted on her Instagram calling out Triple M after the host Matt Jonsen started the interview by greeting Sarah with ‘Ni Hao Ma’, which is of course is how you say ‘hello’ in Mandarin Sarah said that the greeting didn’t go to air but Jonsen proceeded to ask ‘Oh wait, would it be ‘Lei Ho Ma?’, which is cantonese Sarah said she was uncomfortable and shocked and ended the call and said it was racist, insensitive and tone deaf and asked the station to ‘do better’ This debate has the Asian community divided with some saying Sarah was being too sensitive and others agreeing saying it is racistWhat are your thoughts on this? Should we view someone greeting us Ni Hao Ma as language appreciation? What makes you Pufferfish?Australian comedian Hannah Gadsby who released critically acclaimed Nanette has returned with a new Netflix special called Douglas In the show, she talks about what makes her instantly outraged, even at the mention of it. Some things that makes her blow up like a puffer fish are: paleo diets and people Americanised their languageWhat makes you pufferfish?Making a show for white AustraliaBig Brother returned for the first time in 6 years and the first 3 contestants eliminated from the show were people of colourFijian-Australian Laura was first to go, followed by ‘confident and loud’ Chinese Australian housemate Allan Liang and then Korean-Australian SooBong Hwang.People of Colour contestants are chosen to be loud and have strong personalities whilst cauasian contestants are ‘everyday joes’ Caucasian Examples: Zoe is a caring teacher and mum of 2, Ian loves nature and science, Chad is a hot tradiePoC examples: Allan is the loud Asian guy who’s in it to win it. Laura is pro-black, vegan and doesn’t care what people thinkAngela (who is Kenyan) is unapologetic with strong opinionsDo you think that producers are casting PoC for entertainment value or for relability? Who’s the last Asian contestant in reality tv (excluding MasterChef) that you liked? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lemon. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

True or False? It doesn't matter where in the UK a singer is from or how they sound when they speak, when the song begins the regional accent usually ends. Whilst British music has more than held its own on the world stage over the last fifty years or so, you have to admit that the range and breadth of British regional accents isn’t always represented in people’s singing voices. Adele, Cheryl Cole, Jamelia, Mick Jagger, Ozzy Osbourne, all of whom have distinctly regional accents but adopt an Americanised singing style. Or do they? The Talking Machine explores the use of British accents in music.

A few weeks back Chuckie and Poet have a conversation about whether Krept & Konan were too Americanised. This week Krept & Konan came in to discuss why that got on their nerves, why they feel overlooked, issues they've been having behind the scenes, there foundation Positive Direction plus more. #HalfcastPodcast @ChuckieOnline @PoetsCornerUK Guests: @KreptPlayDirty & @KonanPlayDirty Instagram/HalfcastPod YouTube.com/ChuckieOnline

Let me start by telling you that I have found the secret to success is not a 20 step process. It's not even a ten-step journey. No, not even seven steps to success. It's three steps. Seriously. After all this time and experience I've stumbled upon the secret to success, and it is a three step process! That's it, just three. And it's not going to be a secret for long. But before you get overly excited it's not a shortcut, nor is it a silver bullet. But it is a simple three step process. Why are there No Shortcuts? As I look back on my life, I finally begin to see a pattern emerging. You see, if you looked at my CV (resume for those of you preferring American English), it's rather difficult to make sense of all the, rather odd, directions my career appears to have taken. The term "chef" is a little grand for my first real job. More chief pot washer and floor scrubber than chef exactly. If you already know me, then you almost certainly know that my first career was as a chef. Well, perhaps the term 'chef' is a little grand for my first real job that was frying eggs and bacon, peeling potatoes, washing pots and scrubbing floors. I did, later train as a commis chef, became a sous chef and became a head chef. I also did my stints behind the bar and waiting in the restaurant. You see, while I had some abilities in cooking, no one was going to allow me to run a kitchen until I understood what was happening in all parts of the kitchen, and to know my diners. I went to University to study hotel management because now I wanted more than a kitchen. I loved being front of house as well. I enjoyed running back of house too. My industrial placement, which today would be Americanised into an internship, exposed me to the delights of housekeeping and cleaning rooms after an Irish stag weekend. And many other delightful and disgusting moments. I presided over a disastrous lunch for 3500 militant unionists at their conference that, due to my lack of leadership, was served lukewarm and two hours late. Used the wrong extinguisher on a fryer fire to the amusement of everyone who did not lose their eyebrows. I even managed to spill soup on the lap of a kindly Royal personage. If you speak to anyone in the hotel business, they too can regale you with stories of exhaustion, disasters, drunkards and learning. Yes, learning. But there are those who insist that it has to be easier than this. Then I'll meet a young manager in another industry. They got themselves a degree in business, for example, and they get an Associate Director title or a Vice President title. It's an entry level position but with a fancy name and a pretty fancy salary. They expect to be in a managerial role within a year or two and want to know what they need to know to get there as fast as possible. The expensive shortcut that isn’t The MBA is regarded as an instant success secret to megabuck salaries. Another myth. Many have embarked on an MBA, and having spent a small fortune on their education, want to know why they haven’t gotten to be a senior manager yet. People are signing up for courses that promise instant results even though they've been burnt more than once already. I've fallen victim to this thinking myself on many more occasions that I like to admit. I cast an envious eye on someone else's success and think that if only I can emulate them, I too will have that instant success. Of course, it's nonsense. You know that it is nonsense. You too have found out that there are no shortcuts. Or at least, according to Maya Angelou, there are no shortcuts to any place worth going. So now, I look back and think, if only I had cut across the meandering path of my career. There are some useful diversions but many useless ones. And ultimately, had I known that I was coming this way, I could easily have cut across. The trouble is, of course, that we don’t know which direction is the real shortcut. If I had known that I would essentially end up teaching, writing and recording audio, I should really have taken a course in journalism or teaching. Or both, just to be sure. But then my Godfather did ask me some 40 years ago what I wanted to do with my life as he watched me scrub the floor of the café's kitchen. Then, I wanted the shortcut to having a clean floor without actually putting in any effort… The leadership field guide that promises to require work and effort to achieve success. Buy yours now and get started. I wrote the book When I wrote my leadership field guide: "What's Better Today?" I set out to be different from all the other leadership instant success books out there. I even wrote on the cover as a warning "There are no silver bullets; no quick and easy solutions; it will not happen overnight." It's one of the very few times I actually agree with the Iron Lady: "I do not know anyone who has got to the top without hard work. That is the recipe. It will not always get you to the top, but should get you pretty near." -- Margaret Thatcher Hurry up already, what are the three steps? The world is an impatient place I know, and you are keen to find out. The real road to success is often long and winding. You get there by putting one step in front of the other and keep on keeping on. Success starts with: deciding what you want from life and choosing that you are going to work for it every day And every day you keep on keeping on If you’re disappointed, you’re not alone. And if you’re young and hungry, the chances are pretty high that you’re going to forget this for a while and seek a much nicer answer and some other magic formula. But that's the thing, this IS the magic formula. It's no shortcut. It's no silver bullet; it's not instant. As George Bernard Shaw said: "The people who get on in this world are the people who get up and look for the circumstances they want, and, if they can’t find them, make them." Link to Sean d'Souza's Podcast on Three Incredibly Silly Business Myths  

[OzPodcasts.com.au | FNXtreme.com] Welcome to THE NEW FEED for Wrestle Radio Australia.In this episode The Voice Of MCW TRAVIS EUESDEN meets The Voice Of RCW Josh Armour to talk about : -His career so far -MINI T -MCW On Demand which can be found at www.vimeo.com/MelbCityWrestling -Thoughts on the current Americanised wrestling -A review of Melbourne City Wrestling's AWESOME VOD release '4th Anniversary Extravaganza' -Listener questions and PLENTY MORE.  A fun show as always so please check it out.  - Twitter @WrestleRadioAU @JoshJDArmour @MCityWrestling @FNXtreme @AUIndyWrestling @OzPodcasts  ---NEW iTUNES and TUNE IN RADIO DETAILS COMING VERY SOON------Please keep an eye on our FB and Twitter for the new subscribe links--- THEME SONG 'Here's Where The Action Is' by Thunderstag.  Main logo by Dane Davies. 

Round two of the fiscal cliff saga has once again opened the old debate and the the role of the US dollar as the currency of first reserve. Leading the way are the Chinese, suggesting that a 'de Americanised world' might be more appropriate - perhaps the yuan could be used instead? This is all seems highly unlikely and no doubt once the current situation is resolved, and it will be, the status quo will be established once again. For the foreseeable future, the US dollar remains the currency to watch, and in this weeks episode find out why and how.

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