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Asparagus, lesbian family rights and Viktor Orbán's latest power plays: like all good meals, this podcast episode is perfectly balanced. German food writer Ursula Heinzelmann joins us to explain the ‘Spargelzeit' phenomenon that sees foodies going nutty for asparagus at this time of year. We're also taking a look at LGBTQ rights in Italy and unpacking the Hungarian government's plans to ‘starve and strangle' civil society. Can Orbán be stopped? You can find out more about Ursula's work on her website and follow her on Instagram here. Thanks for listening. If you have any spare cash this week, please consider donating to Hungarian civil society groups and independent media outlets before the planned passing of the ‘starve and strangle' law in mid-June. UNITED for Intercultural Action, the NGO run by our former guest Philip Pollák, would be extremely grateful for your donations; you can also donate to any of the organisations on this list of Hungarian NGOs (get in touch if you have ideas of organisations to add to this list). Still got some spare cash? If you enjoy our podcasts, we'd love it if you'd consider supporting our work. You can chip in to help us cover the weekly research and production of The Europeans at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available), or gift a donation to a super fan here. We'd also love it if you could tell two friends about this podcast! This podcast was brought to you in cooperation with Euranet Plus, the leading radio network for EU news. This week's Inspiration Station recommendations: Rita Payés' Tiny Desk Concert and CMAT. Other resources for this episode: The Convention on the Rights of the Child - United Nations, November 20, 1989 Sentenza 68/2025 (Italy's constitutional court ruling on lesbian couples and IVF) - Corte Constituzionale - May 22, 2025 ‘A Threat to the Core: Why the New Hungarian Transparency Bill is an Attack on the Foundations of the European Union' - Verfassungsblog, May 21, 2025 00:46 The Europeans: Pouring asparagus straight into your ears 02:49 Good Week: Lesbian mothers in Italy 12:47 Bad Week: Hungary's 'starve and strangle' law 37:10 Interview: Ursula Heinzelmann on the magic of Spargelzeit 49:58 The Inspiration Station: Rita Payés and CMAT 54:10 Happy Ending: Portugal's clever teen media strategy Producer: Morgan Childs Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina YouTube | Bluesky | Instagram | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
Romania, Poland, Portugal... and of course, most importantly of all (?), Eurovision. It's been a huge week of voting across Europe! This week we're mostly diving into Romania's election drama with Codruţa Simina, a journalist with an extremely helpful specialism in online misinformation and disinformation. We're also tackling the controversy over Israel's continued participation in Eurovision, as well as the Pfizergate scandal: will we ever get to read the text messages Ursula von der Leyen sent to one of the world's most powerful pharmaceutical bosses? Codruţa's excellent newsletter, Misreport, can be found here. Thanks for listening. If you enjoy our podcasts, we'd love it if you'd consider supporting our work. You can chip in to help us cover the weekly research and production of The Europeans at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available), or gift a donation to a super fan here. We'd also love it if you could tell two friends about this podcast! This podcast was brought to you in cooperation with Euranet Plus, the leading radio network for EU news. This week's Inspiration Station recommendations: The EU's personal carbon footprint calculator and 'Apeirogon' by Column McCann. You can find McCann's conversation with Bassam Aramin and Rami Elhanan, recorded in November 2023, here. Other resources for this episode: 'Politics by WhatsApp? Even "Pfizergate" won't end that' - Politico Europe, May 14, 2025 'The maths behind the public votes at Eurovision 2025' - RTE, May 18, 2025 'Wasted love?: broadcasting and fandom at a crossroads after Eurovision 2025' - Catherine Baker, May 18, 2025 'Why doesn't the EBU kick Israel out of Eurovision?' - Overthinking It, May 8, 2025 'Coal produces less than half of Poland's power for first time' - Notes from Poland, May 13, 2025 00:00:46 An election bonanza hangover 00:06:58 Bad Week: Pfizergate 00:21:50 Good Week (?): Austrian Eurovision winner JJ 00:45:12 Interview: Codruţa Simina on Romania's election drama 01:02:51 The Inspiration Station: The EU's personal carbon footprint calculator, and 'Apeirogon' by Colum McCann 01:07:00 Happy Ending: Is Poland finally kicking its coal habit? Producers: Morgan Childs and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina YouTube | Bluesky | Instagram | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
In theory, the government's guy looks set to win Poland's presidential election, making life a hell of a lot easier for Donald Tusk as he attempts to undo eight years of destructive authoritarian rule under the previous rightwing populists. But might a pregnant nun swoop in and change everything at the last minute? For an explanation of this metaphor (and yes, it is just a metaphor), listen in to this week's great interview with Poland's best political YouTubers, Dominika Sitnicka and Agata Szczęśniak. We're also digging into Sweden's plans to crack down on porn influencers, and celebrating the sweeter side of last week's mass blackouts in Spain and Portugal. Dominika and Agata are reporters at OKO.PRESS and co-hosts of its YouTube show, Program Polityczny (which can be watched with English auto-subtitles). Thanks for listening. If you enjoy our podcasts, we'd love it if you'd consider supporting our work. You can chip in to help us cover the weekly research and production of The Europeans at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available), or gift a donation to a super fan here. We'd also love it if you could tell two friends about this podcast! This week's Inspiration Station recommendations: Terry Pratchett's 'Discworld' (especially the Ankh-Morpork City Watch series), and Carême. Bonus recommendations: 'The Butterfly Effect' and 'The Last Days of August'. We'll be at two events in Amsterdam for Europe Day on May 9! You can buy a ticket to EuropaNacht at Paradiso here; tickets to the earlier event, at SPUI25, are available here. With many thanks to our friends at the European Cultural Foundation, DutchCulture and De Kiesmannen. Other resources for this episode: 'In the Madrid power cuts, I saw patience and common sense – but we were woefully unprepared' - María Ramírez, The Guardian, April 29, 2025 https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/apr/29/madrid-power-cuts-blackout-radio-internet 'In case of crisis or war' - Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (MSB), November 2024 https://rib.msb.se/filer/pdf/30874.pdf 'The EU Commission's survival kits - fearmongering or necessary preparedness?' - Euronews, April 2, 2025 https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/04/02/the-eu-commissions-survival-kits-fearmongering-or-necessary-preparedness 00:00:46 Smoke, bureaucracy and extra outfits: get ready for May in Europe 00:03:51 Good Week: Blackout behaviour 00:22:22 Bad Week: OnlyFans influencers in Sweden 00:38:20 Interview: Dominika Sitnicka and Agata Szczęśniak on Poland's upcoming presidential election 01:03:14 The Inspiration Station: Terry Pratchett's 'Discworld' and Carême 01:07:51 Happy Ending: An off-the-pitch win for Norway's women's team Producers: Morgan Childs and Katy Lee Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne YouTube | Bluesky | Instagram | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
We've got a veritable smörgåsbord for you this week on The Europeans, from human rights in Hungary to the sorry tale of two Danish sustainability influencers whose eco-resort business went spectacularly wrong. We discuss why Viktor Orbán is concentrating so much effort on bullying the LGBTQI community at a time when Hungary has major problems to fix, and whether anything can be done to stop him. Plus, Daria Verbytska calls in from Kyiv to explain how an army of volunteer online sleuths helps Ukrainian authorities use open-source intelligence to fight back against Russia. Daria is the executive director and cofounder of the Molfar Intelligence Institute. You can find out about Molfar on their website and read their investigations here. This week's Inspiration Station offerings: LA NIÑA and Den stora älgvandringen ('The Great Moose Migration' on Sweden's STV). Thanks for listening. If you enjoy our podcasts, we'd love it if you'd consider supporting our work. You can chip in to help us cover the weekly research and production of The Europeans at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available), or gift a donation to a super fan here. We'd also love it if you could tell two friends about this podcast! Other resources for this episode 'Hungary's ban on Pride has little to do with being gay' - BalkanInsight, March 27, 2025 https://balkaninsight.com/2025/03/27/hungarys-ban-on-pride-has-little-to-do-with-being-gay/ 'Anti-spying phone pouches offered to EU lawmakers for trip to Hungary' - Politico Europe, April 16, 2025 https://www.politico.eu/article/lawmakers-offered-anti-espionage-phone-pouches-in-hungary/ 00:00:46 Welcome to Europe, land of toxic eggs and tomatoes 00:06:50 Bad Week: Hungary gives constitutional backing to its Pride ban 00:22:59 Good Week (?) for Guatemala-bound tourists 00:44:51 Interview: Daria Verbytska on how OSINT is being used to help Ukraine's fightback against Russia 00:59:55 The Inspiration Station: LA NIÑA and Den stora älgvandringen ('The Great Moose Migration') 01:03:07 Happy Ending: The amazing cross-border teenagers tackling antibiotic resistance Producers: Morgan Childs and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina YouTube | Bluesky | Instagram | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
We're taking the Schadenfreude approach to the chaos that Trump's tariffs have unleashed upon Europe (and the rest of the world). This week, our favourite Luxembourger Nina Lamparski joins Dominic to explain why sales of Elon Musk's Tesla cars have already plunged in Europe and could now fare even worse thanks to his best bud's trade policies. We're also joined by Turkish political scientist Ezgi Başaran to discuss why President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is feeling liberated in a time that's been dubbed 'springtime for autocrats' — and whether the huge protests against him could change that. Plus, is Spain's clever new food waste law as good as it sounds? This episode was recorded on Tuesday night, before the EU's announcement of retaliatory tariffs... and before the White House's announcement of a 90-day pause on higher tariffs for dozens of countries. At any rate, at the time of publication the world economy is still looking decidedly chaotic, so we hope you still find this an enjoyable and useful listen. Thanks for listening. After some rather troubling financial news, this independent podcast needs your support more than ever. If you enjoy our work, we'd love it if you'd consider supporting us. You can chip in to help us cover the weekly research and production of The Europeans at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available), or gift a donation to a super fan here. We'd also love it if you could tell two friends about this podcast! This podcast was brought to you in cooperation with Euranet Plus, the leading radio network for EU news. This week's Inspiration Station recommendations: 'Criminal Record' and 'Rural Fictions', an essay in The Dial by Bartolomeo Sala. Nina's bonus recommendations: 'Inspector Ellis' and 'The Bay'. 00:33 Moien, a wëllkomm bei den Europäer 05:09 Bad Week: Tesla in Europe 19:28 Good Week: Spain's new food waste law 33:03 Interview: Ezgi Başaran on Turkey's protests 49:25 The Inspiration Station: Criminal record and Bartolemo Sala's essay on farming in European fiction 54:33 Happy Ending: Hooray for shingles vaccines Producers: Katy Lee and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina YouTube | Bluesky | Instagram | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
Marine Le Pen has been banned from running for the French presidency after this week's bombshell court ruling finding her guilty in a huge embezzlement case. But does she have any chance of a comeback? And could the far-right win the presidency without her? This week we're discussing the earthquake in French politics, as well as Europe's space ambitions. Plus, a delightful interview with Greek podcaster and hungry man Thom Ntinas, about what ancient Europeans ate. Thom is the host of The Delicious Legacy podcast. Find it here, or wherever you're listening to this. Thanks for listening. After some rather troubling financial news this week, this independent podcast needs your support more than ever. If you enjoy our work, we'd love it if you'd consider supporting us. You can chip in to help us cover the weekly research and production of The Europeans at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available), or gift a donation to a super fan here. We'd also love it if you could tell two friends about this podcast! This podcast was brought to you in cooperation with Euranet Plus, the leading radio network for EU news. This week's Inspiration Station recommendations: @forkranger on Instagram and 'How Stockholm Stuck' from Radiolab. 00:33 Damn clocks 03:43 Good Week: Marine Le Pen's enemies 20:36 Bad Week (?): The Spectrum rocket launch 33:59 Interview: Thom Ntinas on what the Ancients ate 46:27 The Inspiration Station: @forkranger and 'How Stockholm Stuck' 49:55 Happy Ending: The best place to lose your wallet Producers: Morgan Childs and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina YouTube | Bluesky | Instagram | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
Europe is set to spend an eye-wateringly huge amount of money on building up its militaries over the next few years, after That Guy In The White House signalled he's no longer that interested in helping us defend ourselves against Russia. But where is all this money supposed to come from? And does it matter if some countries are more enthusiastic about this plan than others? This week we call defence expert Marina Henke to figure out what this spending bonanza actually involves. We're also talking about a Czech-led plan to save Radio Free Europe from Trump's cuts, and why ChatGPT falsely accused a Norwegian man of murder. Marina is a professor of international Relations at the Hertie School in Berlin and director of the Centre for International Security. You can follow her on Bluesky here. Thanks for listening. If you enjoy our podcasts, we'd love it if you'd consider supporting our work. You can chip in to help us cover the weekly research and production of The Europeans at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available), or gift a donation to a super fan here. We'd also love it if you could tell two friends about this podcast! This podcast was brought to you in cooperation with Euranet Plus, the leading radio network for EU news. This week's Inspiration Station recommendations: 'And Then We Danced' and The Bittersweet Life. Other resources for this week's episode 'Trump's decision to cut Radio Free Europe comes at a great cost to democracy' - Muhammad Tahir, editorial for MSNBC, March 24, 2025 https://www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnbc-opinion/trump-voice-of-america-radio-free-europe-rcna197367 'Malfunction: the Hungarian Radio (Silence) on Chernobyl' - Archivum, April 26, 2021 https://www.archivum.org/entries/blog/malfunction-the-hungarian-radio-silence-on-chernobyl 'EU privacy body weighs in on some tricky GenAI lawfulness questions' - TechCrunch, December 18, 2024 https://techcrunch.com/2024/12/18/eu-privacy-body-weighs-in-on-some-tricky-genai-lawfulness-questions/ The EU's White Paper for European Defence: Readiness 2030 - March 19, 2025 https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_25_793 00:34 Deep breath: it's time for another episode of The Europeans 04:47 Good Week: Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty 18:41 Bad Week: The Norwegian man who ChatGPT falsely accused of murder 31:41 Interview: Marina Henke on Europe's huge new defence plan 56:23 The Inspiration Station: 'And Then We Danced' and 'The Bittersweet Life' 59:45 Happy Ending: Petko Gantsjev Is Very Much Alive Producers: Morgan Childs and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina YouTube | Bluesky | Instagram | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
Europe and Canada have a lot in common, from their headaches over Donald Trump to a shared belief in welfare states. If Australia can be a part of Eurovision, is there anything stopping us from welcoming our Canadian friends into the EU?! This week we talk to Stanley Pignal, The Economist's semi-Canadian Brussels bureau chief, about what would be in it for both sides. We're also looking at the escalating political crisis in Bosnia, and the places in Europe where you're likely to live the longest. You can read Stanley's article about the case for Canadian EU membership here and find his Charlemagne column on European politics here. He posts on Bluesky here. Thanks for listening. If you enjoy our podcasts, we'd love it if you'd consider supporting our work. You can chip in to help us cover the weekly research and production of The Europeans at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available), or gift a donation to a super fan here. We'd also love it if you could tell two friends about this podcast! This podcast was brought to you in cooperation with Euranet Plus, the leading radio network for EU news. This week's Inspiration Station recommendations: 'The Agency' and writing a letter to a Russian political prisoner via OVD-Info (an initiative discovered via this essay in The Dial by Francesca Mastruzzo). Other resources for this week's episode 'The Economics Show' podcast by the Financial Times: 'Can societies age gracefully?' - January 13, 2025 https://www.ft.com/content/8ce0571d-06f0-40de-8579-4446d1fb07f3 'The EU needs a proactive approach in Bosnia' - editorial in Politico Europe by Arminka Helić, March 17, 2025 https://www.politico.eu/article/eu-bosnia-western-balkans-europe-war-bih-crisis-serbia/ 00:34 Spring Is Real 02:50 Good Week: Europeans are living longer 15:00 Bad Week: Bosnia and Herzegovina 28:54 Interview: Stanley Pignal on the case for Canadian EU membership 45:38 The Inspiration Station: The Agency and letters to Russian political prisoners 50:46 Happy Ending: Germany's economy could be wurst Producers: Morgan Childs and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina YouTube | Bluesky | Instagram | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
Thousands of kilometres from the devastating war it's been waging in Ukraine, Russia has involved itself in a swathe of other conflicts that attract much less attention: in Africa. Why? This week we speak to Beverly Ochieng, a self-described Wagner Group stalker, about what Russia is playing at. We're also talking about a foul-mouthed (?) Eurovision controversy, and why none of the world's big bad tech giants come from Europe. Beverly is a senior analyst for francophone Africa at Control Risks and a senior associate at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. You can follow her here on Bluesky and here on Mastodon. Check out our full conversation with Beverly on our YouTube channel. Thanks so much for listening. If you enjoy our podcasts, we'd love it if you'd consider supporting our work. You can chip in to help us cover the weekly research and production of The Europeans at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available), or gift a donation to a super fan here. We'd also love it if you could tell two friends about this podcast! This podcast was brought to you in cooperation with Euranet Plus, the leading radio network for EU news. This week's Inspiration Station recommendations: Codenames and The Economist's Glass Ceiling Index. Other resources for this week's episode European Alternatives - euro-companies making all kinds of digital products: https://european-alternatives.eu/ Jitsi, the great Zoom alternative created by a swing-dancing Erasmus student: https://jitsi.org/ 'The Brussels Effect: How the European Union Rules the World' by Anu Bradford: https://academic.oup.com/book/36491 Fact-check: Does the EU really buy 80% of its weapons from overseas? (No, no it doesn't.) Bluesky thread by The Economist's Stanley Pignal, March 9, 2025: https://bsky.app/profile/spignal.bsky.social/post/3ljxd4r4cos25 Miriana Conte - Kant (‘Singing'); National Final Performance, Eurovision Song Contest 2025: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8qNK1tt6L5k 00:33 Smellovision and feminist babies 03:32 Bad Week: Skype 25:19 Good Week: Language prudes 37:39 Interview: Beverly Ochieng on Russia's African antics 53:40 The Inspiration Station: Codenames and The Economist's Glass Ceiling Index 56:44 Happy Ending: Easier breathing for Londoners Producers: Morgan Childs and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina YouTube | Bluesky | Instagram | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
This week, the great transatlantic break-up. How can we make sense of the seismic shift in Europe's relationship with the US since Trump took power? What does it mean for Ukraine, and Europe's ability to defend itself from Russia? As a palate-cleanser, we're also hearing all the secrets of the international TV trade. Why do people in so many countries end up watching national versions of the same reality and game shows? Jean Chalaby joins us to explain how this fascinating industry works. Plus, Europe's changing relationship with booze. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcasts, we'd love it if you'd consider supporting our work in 2025. You can chip in to help us cover the weekly research and production of The Europeans at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available), or gift a donation to a super fan here. Jean is a professor of international communication at City University London, and the author of The Format Age. This week's Inspiration Station recommendations: 'Prezidentka' and 'The Taste of Things' ('La Passion de Dodin Bouffant'). Other resources for this week's episode 'I Really Believe That Time Has Come: The Armed Forces of Europe Must Be Created – Speech by the President at the Munich Security Conference' - Website of the Ukrainian Presidency, February 15, 2025 https://www.president.gov.ua/en/news/viryu-sho-cej-chas-nastav-neobhidno-stvoriti-zbrojni-sili-ye-96089 'Vance uses half-truths to lecture a European audience well aware of the threat of authoritarian rule' - CNN, February 14, 2025 https://edition.cnn.com/2025/02/14/world/vances-speech-upsets-european-leaders-intl-latam/index.html 'Alcohol labels should warn of cancer risk, says new WHO/Europe report' - World Health Organization, February 14, 2025 https://www.who.int/europe/news-room/14-02-2025-alcohol-labels-should-warn-of-cancer-risk--says-new-who-europe-report 'Secret love lives of crickets revealed' - The Slovenia Times, February 14, 2025 https://sloveniatimes.com/42509/secret-love-life-of-crickets-revealed Producers: Morgan Childs and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina 00:00:22 Don't be koi 00:03:15 Bad Week: Transatlantic relations 00:28:52 Good Week: Our livers 00:40:38 Interview: Jean Chalaby on the secrets of the TV format trade 00:57:01 The Inspiration Station: 'Prezidentka' and 'The Taste of Things' 01:02:22 Happy Ending: Sexy vibracoustics YouTube | Bluesky | Instagram | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
Nocturnal tourism is supposedly one of the big travel trends of 2025, and from star-gazing to truffle-hunting, there are plenty of places in Europe to do it. But where is this craving for darkness coming from? This week we speak to Anna Levin, author of two beautiful books about the impact of artificial light on the world around us, about why Europe's night skies deserve much better protection. We're also talking about the Baltic countries' move to cut their electrical cords with Russia, and the EU's attempt to tackle our cheap Chinese shopping addiction. Anna is the author of 'Incandescent' and 'Dark Skies'. You can find out more about her work here. This week's Inspiration Station recommendations: 'The Day of the Jackal' and 'Italia Express' from Radiooooo. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcasts, we'd love it if you'd consider supporting our work in 2025. You can chip in to help us cover the weekly research and production of The Europeans at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available), or gift a donation to a super fan here. Other resources for this week's episode 'Baltic Energy Independence Day' aka the amazing EU laser show - European Commission livestream, February 8, 2025 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GeU829DcoKQ&t=24s 'EU toolbox for safe and sustainable e-commerce' aka the EU's proposed crackdown on cheap shopping websites, February 5, 2025 https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/library/e-commerce-communication-comprehensive-eu-toolbox-safe-and-sustainable-e-commerce DarkSky International: All international Dark Sky Places https://darksky.org/what-we-do/international-dark-sky-places/all-places '"Must-have genre" for uncertain times: why spy thrillers have taken over TV' - The Guardian, February 2, 2025 https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2025/feb/02/spy-thrillers-television-must-have-genre-uncertain-world 'Beavers build planned dams in protected landscape area, while local officials still seeking permits' - Radio Prague International, January 31, 2025 https://english.radio.cz/beavers-build-planned-dams-protected-landscape-area-while-local-officials-still-8841536 Producers: Morgan Childs and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina 00:22 Is Dominic ok? 03:48 Good Week: The Big Baltic Electricity Switch 13:58 Bad Week: Chinese e-commerce giants 26:19 Interview: Anna Levin on the magic of Europe's dark skies 44:42 The Inspiration Station: 'The Day of the Jackal' and 'Italia Express' by Radiooooo 49:01 Happy Ending: Industrious Czech beavers Bluesky | Instagram | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
#TheYouthPerspective In this special episode of The Youth Perspective, we are joined by Dr. Amanda Bethell, Director of Admissions and Recruitment, and Tamara Hanna Admissions and Recruitment Coordinator at BAMSI Bahamas. We explore BAMSI's pivotal role as a leader in agriculture, aiming to empower Bahamians to become self-sufficient by providing healthy food across the archipelago. Dr. Bethell shares BAMSI's mission and its efforts to connect with students and organizations nationwide, including partnerships with institutions such as The Royal Bahamas Defence Force, Government High School, C.I. Gibson Senior High, Pace Christian Academy, and more. For more information, visit www.bamsibahamas.edu.bs or email admissions@bamsibahamas.edu.bs.Tune in for a compelling discussion you won't want to miss.Listen in Saturdays: • 8:00 PM on 107.9 FM - "The Inspiration Station" • 7:30 PM on 1540 AM/104.5 FM - "The National Voice of the Bahamas" To listen to the replays click here: https://lnkd.in/ebAg9V-9
Europe's rarest butterfly lives on the outskirts of a single town in North Macedonia. So why is it possible to find specimens of this incredibly endangered animal for sale online for 30 euros? This week we speak to Kiril Arsovski Przo, one of the scientists behind an investigation into this troubling legal loophole. We're also talking about the farcical election in Belarus and Britain's crackdown on climate protesters. You can watch 'Nature for Sale' here and read more about the investigation here. This week's Inspiration Station recommendations: 'Earnest Cole: Lost and Found' and 'Murder Mindfully' (Achtsam Morden). Other resources for this week's episode 'Hope for our rarest UK bat' - Bat Conservation Trust, January 27, 2025 https://www.bats.org.uk/news/2025/01/hope-for-our-rarest-uk-bat Zeno Siemens and Jacco Prantl - 'Learning to listen with Gordon Hempton' https://soundcloud.com/thecorrespondent/zeno-siemens-and-jacco-prantl-learning-to-listen-with-gordon-hempton Invisibilia - 'The Last Sound' https://open.spotify.com/episode/2vPX641oHRo1vetDVl7CeH?si=qu4otcOPTeS4hGyimw5Snw Producers: Morgan Childs and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina 00:23 Cold dips and the future of memory culture 04:27 Good Week: Aleksandr Lukashenko 12:08 Bad Week: Freedom to protest in the UK 32:11 Interview: Kiril Arsovski Przo on the legal loophole threatening Europe's most endangered butterfly 47:31 The Inspiration Station: 'Earnest Cole: Lost and Found' and 'Murder Mindfully' (Achtsam Morden) 50:59 Happy Ending: Company for the world's loneliest bat Bluesky | Instagram | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
In an otherwise miserable week, this podcast is delighted to bring you a joyful interview with a drag cow. At least, an interview with the person behind the cow: the Swiss artist, performer and animal rights activist Daniel Hellmann. We chat to Daniel about why he decided to channel his campaigning side into something so wonderfully silly. We're also talking about a trigger-happy Croatian politician and Ursula von der Leyen's return from hospital. You can follow Soya the Cow here and find out more about Daniel's work here. This week's Inspiration Station recommendations: 'The Outrun', Danish spruce cookbook 'Mad med gran', and European TikTok. Other resources for this episode 'Što društvo može napraviti da spriječi porast nasilja?' (What can society do to prevent the rise in violence?') - HRT, January 16, 2025 https://vijesti.hrt.hr/hrvatska/otvoreno-659-11963849 'A Brit Explains Wagatha Christie To An American' - Bustle, October 19, 2023 https://www.bustle.com/entertainment/wagatha-christie-explained-by-a-brit-to-an-american Producers: Morgan Childs and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina 00:23 An (attempted) orange-man free zone 03:08 Good Week: Ursula von der Leyen 10:32 Bad Week: Croatia's government 21:40 Interview: Daniel Hellmann (Soya the Cow) on the case for joyful activism 39:05 The Inspiration Station: 'The Outrun', 'Mad men gran', and European TikTok 44:23 Happy Ending: A social network making a good decision, for once?! Bluesky | Instagram | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
There's been a weird loophole in the war in Ukraine up until now. Nearly three years after Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukraine was still being paid to transport Russian gas for sale to Europe, all while Moscow continued to kill its people. What does the end of this strange deal mean? This week we ring up energy expert Szymon Kardaś to ask how Putin's regime might seek to use the new situation to his advantage, and to what extent Europe has really managed to wean itself off Russian fossil fuels. We're also talking about the new challenge to Serbia's President Aleksandar Vučić, and whether or not it's a good idea to eat your Christmas tree. Szymon is a senior policy fellow at the European Council on Foreign Relations and an assistant professor at the University of Warsaw. You can read his tweets here. This week's Inspiration Station recommendations: The European Journalism Centre's Journalism Innovation Podcast and 'Beyond the Wall' by Katja Hoyer. Other resources for this episode Ghent city hall's guide to reducing post-holiday waste — now with added disclaimer: https://stad.gent/nl/groen-milieu/nieuws-evenementen/na-de-feestdagen-wat-met-de-restjes#je-kerstboom 'Sweden says Christmas tree needles safe to eat — after Belgian warning'. AFP / France 24, January 8, 2025 https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20250108-sweden-says-christmas-tree-needles-safe-to-eat-after-belgian-warning Producers: Morgan Childs and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina 00:22 Polish apple facts, and some amazing news 05:05 Bad Week: Aleksandar Vučić 17:02 Good week: Adventurous chefs 26:44 Interview: Szymon Kardaś on what the Russia-Ukraine gas pipeline shutdown means for Europe 42:31 The Inspiration Station: The European Journalism Centre's Journalism Innovation Podcast, and 'Beyond the Wall' 46:12 Happy Ending: From Thiberville to Thiberville, with love Bluesky | Instagram | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
Between Elon Musk's meddling and Romania's election rollercoaster, the state of Europe's democracies feels a little scary at the start of 2025. This week we talk to Tom Theuns, author of a new book about Europe's failure to stop the slow slide towards autocracy so far and what we can do to fix it. Tom is a senior assistant professor of political theory and European politics at Leiden University. You can find out all about his book, 'Protecting Democracy in Europe', here, and follow him on Bluesky here. This week's Inspiration Station recommendations: 'My Favourite Cake' and 'La Chimera'. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcasts, we'd love it if you'd consider supporting our work in 2025. You can chip in to help us cover the weekly research and production of The Europeans at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available), or gift a donation to a super fan here. We're also crowdfunding our new series, 'Who Does It Best?', which will delve into the most imaginative policies around Europe. We're 96% of the way there! You can find out all about our plans for the series, and help us start making it, at https://4fund.com/z/europeanspodcast. Other resources for this episode: Double Dutch on Instagram and TikTok Ada Colau's amazing Instagram post Producers: Katy Lee and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina 00:23 The headwinds of 2025 02:48 Bad Week: Fireworks 11:50 Good Week: Greenland's pro-independence movement 22:31 Interview: Tom Theuns on protecting Europe's democracies 38:01 The Inspiration Station: 'My Favourite Cake' and 'La Chimera' 43:13 Happy Ending: Ada Colau's amazing Instagram post Bluesky | Instagram | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
As the winter chill sets in, throngs of Europeans are heading each week to the nearest pond, lake or coastline to dunk themselves voluntarily in freezing cold water. Cold swimming has centuries of history on this continent, but why do it? This week we're delving into the science of why it makes us feel good — but also why it helps so many people through difficult times, with the help of Katharina Smets, audio maker and proud member of Antwerp's biggest cold plunge club. We're also talking about the Vatican's Christmas tree drama and a festive inflation-busting policy in Greece. This final episode of the year was recorded live in front of an audience of our supporters. Thank you for listening to The Europeans in 2024! If you enjoy our podcasts, we'd love it if you'd consider supporting our work into 2025. You can chip in to help us cover the weekly research and production of the show at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available), and even gift a donation to a super fan of The Europeans here. We're also crowdfunding our new series, 'Who Does It Best?', which will delve into the most imaginative policies around Europe. We're 80% of the way there! You can find out all about our plans for the series, and help us start making it, at https://4fund.com/z/europeanspodcast. You can follow Katharina on Instagram here and learn more about the Deurnese IJsberen here. The BBC article Dominic mentioned on the environmental impact of Christmas trees can be found here. This week's Inspiration Station offerings: 'The Bee Sting' by Paul Murray and Jazz Station in Brussels. Listeners' other recommendations: - 'Opinci'. Irina says: 'A wonderful 20-minute animation about the story of a Romanian man who in 1910 attempted to circumnavigate the world on foot. It's beautiful and I think you would really enjoy it.' - Frederik recommends 'Schwarze Früchte' from Germany's ARD. 'It's about growing up queer and black.' - 'Somebody Somewhere' - 'Really worth watching,' says Juliette. - Owen recommends his new book of poetry, 'Nature Is Real And So Am I'. 'It's about my relationship with the four seasons of natural landscape around me on the Isle of Man.' Producer: Katy Lee Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina 00:22 Winter tea and Swedish gnomes 04:40 Good Week: Greece's Christmas shopping basket 12:50 Bad Week: The Green Giant of Trentino 27:29 Interview: Katharina Smets' guide to cold swimming in Europe 49:42 The Inspiration Station: 'The Bee Sting' by Paul Murray and Jazz Station in Brussels 53:56 Happy Ending: The best Christmas market in Europe... or is it? Instagram | Bluesky | Mastodon | Twitter | hello@europeanspodcast.com
We've got a heady mix of Romanian politics, online misogyny and animal-based chaos for you this week. Friend of the show Andrei Popoviciu joins us to explain why his dad and many other voters backed the TikTok-fuelled campaign of far-right Romanian presidential candidate Călin Georgescu. And we ring up three young people from Greece, Ireland and Lithuania to ask: what's it like being part of a generation that's increasingly divided over whether feminism is a good thing? Plus, hamsters. Lots of hamsters. This week's interview with Siloé Musoke, Goda Skiotytė and Chris Ntonis was produced in collaboration with the European Institute for Gender Equality. You can find out all about the Gender Equality Forum 2024, and sign up to attend online, here. You can follow Andrei on Twitter here and Bluesky here. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider supporting our work. You can chip in to help us cover the weekly research and production of the show at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available), and even gift a donation to a super fan of The Europeans here! We're also crowdfunding our new series for 2025, 'Who Does It Best?', which will delve into the most imaginative policies around Europe. We're three-quarters of the way there! You can find out all about our plans for the series, and help us start making it, at https://4fund.com/z/europeanspodcast. This week's Inspiration Station offerings: 'Nature Manifesto' by Björk and Aleph; lohikeitto. Other resources for this episode Anna Sale - 'Let's Talk About Hard Things 'Capturados hamsters que pararam avião da TAP' - Correio da Manhã, November 18, 2024 (video at the bottom) Producers: Morgan Childs and Katz Laszlo Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina 00:23 Which country's got quiet, boring politics right now? 02:42 Good Week, Romania, Bad Week, Romania 20:52 Interview: Siloé Musoke, Goda Skiotytė and Chris Ntonis on the rising divide over feminism in young Europeans 46:08 The Inspiration Station: 'Nature Manifesto' by Björk and Aleph at the Centre Pompidou; lohikeitto 50:53 Happy Ending: Hamsters on a plane Instagram | Bluesky | Mastodon | Threads | Twitter | hello@europeanspodcast.com
It's been a year since Donald Tusk took power, filling liberals and progressives in Poland with hope as eight years of rightwing populist rule came to an end. But how much has Tusk's coalition really improved things? This week Dominika Lasota of Wschód, an increasingly influential force that has been holding Tusk's government to account, joins us to discuss what still needs to change. We're also talking about Ursula von der Leyen's new squad, and why you might no longer need your passport for trips to Romania or Bulgaria. It's seven years today since we published the first episode of The Europeans! If you'd like to send us a little birthday present, we'd love it if you'd consider funding our work. We're crowdfunding a new mini-series at https://4fund.com/z/europeanspodcast, and you can also support the weekly running of The Europeans via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/europeanspodcast. Thank you so much to everyone who makes our independent European journalism possible. This week's Inspiration Station offerings: The World In Maps and My Voice, My Choice. Other resources for this episode: David Gilmour - Rattle That Lock (Official Music Video) 'Schengen in Sights, EU and Frontex Overlook Violent Bulgarian Pushbacks' - Balkan Insight, February 26, 2024 00:22 Dominic's SNCF jingle trauma 04:02 Bad Week: The European left 15:09 Good Week: Romania and Bulgaria's Schengen bid 28:07 Interview: Dominika Lasota on one year of Donald Tusk's government in Poland 49:29 The Inspiration Station: The World In Maps and My Voice, My Choice 53:46 Happy Ending: Dominic's Barcelona metro challenge Producers: Katz Laszlo and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Bluesky | Mastodon | Threads | Twitter | hello@europeanspodcast.com
From Turkey to France and the UK, Iranians who've challenged the regime at home have often sought safety in Europe. But how safe are these dissidents, really? This week we speak to Fariba Nawa, host of 'Lethal Dissent', a fascinating new podcast series that investigates Iran's efforts to silence those in exile on European soil and beyond. We're also talking about Denmark's remarkable mass rewilding plan, and Slovakia's nationalist crackdown on the use of Hungarian and other minority languages. You can find 'Lethal Dissent' wherever you're listening to this. It was produced by the team at slow journalism podcast On Spec. We're crowdfunding a new series! You can find out all about it in the special announcement on our feed, as well as on the crowdfunding page itself: https://4fund.com/z/europeanspodcast. You can also support the weekly running of The Europeans via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/europeanspodcast. Thank you so much to everyone who makes our independent European journalism possible. This week's Inspiration Station offerings: Bluesky and 'Metrokosmos' on Arte. 00:23 Hot and fresh in your ear canals 04:52 Good Week: Denmark's huge rewilding plan 11:28 Bad Week: Slovakia's Hungarian minority 24:15 Interview: Fariba Nawa on Iran's hunting of its citizens abroad 40:09 The Inspiration Station: Bluesky and 'Metrokosmos' 45:32 Happy Ending: Granny's revenge on the phone scammers Producers: Morgan Childs and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Bluesky | Mastodon | Threads | Twitter | hello@europeanspodcast.com
The world may be transfixed by the US election results, but this was a huge week for news on this side of the Atlantic too. This week we're trying to make sense of the cataclysmic floods in Spain, and talking about another presidential election with major consequences — the one in Moldova. Plus, a much-needed palate-cleanser: we're delving into a fascinating report into what European children are watching, and what grown-up film producers can do to make better stuff for kids. Anne Schultka is the project manager of KIDS Regio, which campaigns for the children's film industry in Europe. Rikke Flodin is a partner at PUBLIKUM. You can download the report, 'European Children's Film in Focus', here. This week's Inspiration Station offerings: 'Kapsalon Romy' ('Romy's Salon') and 'Leto kada sam naucila da letim' ('How I Learned To Fly'). Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. Other resources for this episode: 'Valencian president downplayed floods while Spain's rivers rose' - Politico Europe, November 1, 2024 https://www.politico.eu/article/spain-valencia-floods-death-toll-carlos-mazon/ 'Pumpkin paddling season: Kasterlee's giant pumpkin regatta' - DW News, October 28, 2024 https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=2701632486675304 00:22 A non-US election podcast 04:48 Bad Week: Spain's floods 24:39 Good Week: Maia Sandu 37:26 Interview: Anna Schultka and Rikke Flodin on what the kids of Europe are watching 55:00 The Inspiration Station: 'Romy's Salon' and 'How I Learned To Fly' 58:19 Happy Ending: Belgium's pumpkin kayak race Producers: Morgan Childs and Katz Laszlo Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Threads | Twitter | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
Georgia's pro-Russian ruling party claims to have won last weekend's election — a fraudulent election, according to a mounting pile of evidence. A country that was once on the path to EU membership is now veering much closer to the Kremlin. Is there any hope left? We ring Anna Gvarishvili, Tbilisi-based journalist and head of the Investigative Media Lab, to unpack what just happened and what might happen next. We're also discussing two suitably scary topics in this Halloween episode: France's money problems, and the noxious substances spewing out of your gas cooker. This episode was recorded before Wednesday's devastating floods in Spain. You can donate to the Cruz Roja (Spanish Red Cross) relief efforts here. Thanks for listening. If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). If you're short on cash but still want to support us, it would be amazing if you could leave us five juicy stars, as Dominic put it, on Pocket Casts: https://pocketcasts.com/ratings. This week's Inspiration Station picks: fave dei morti (recipe here) and the Swiss video game Mundaun. Other resources for this episode Search Engine: 'Why is it so hard to tax billionaires? (Part 1)', October 18, 2024 https://www.searchengine.show/listen/search-engine-1/why-is-it-so-hard-to-tax-billionaires-part-1 'They will protest ketchup': Hugh Vuillier's Europe Letter newsletter, October 3, 2024 https://hughvuillier.substack.com/p/french-budget-not-good Universitat Jaume I's study on the health impact of gas stoves, October 28, 2024 https://repositori.uji.es/items/156fbd65-070d-4ca4-9856-9415513d505f 00:23 It's Halloween, but we won't be talking about He Who Must Not Be Named 02:15 Good Week: French efforts to tax the super-rich 16:42 Bad Week: Gas stove fans 24:55 Please rate us on Pocket Casts! 26:06 Interview: Anna Gvarishvili on Georgia's elections 43:26 The Inspiration Station: Fave dei morti and 'Mundaun' 46:08 Happy Ending (?): Norway's teen social media ban Producers: Morgan Childs and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Threads | Twitter | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
Wine fraud, migration policy and climate litigation: there's something for everyone this week. Back in April, Switzerland's government lost a groundbreaking European court case and was ordered to rewrite its climate policy. Has it actually done that? No, no it has not. We speak to Geneva-based climate lawyer Seb Duyck about whether Switzerland can be forced to change its tune. We're also talking about offshore migrant detention centres, a full-bodied fraud case and the latest sign that AI is coming for podcasters' jobs. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. Seb is a senior attorney at the Center for International Environmental Law. You can follow him on Twitter here. You can listen to our award-winning 2023 episode about the KlimaSeniorinnen case, 'The Biggest Climate Case That Ever Was', here and find the follow-up interview with Molly Quell here. This week's Inspiration Station offerings: 'Swimming in the Dark' by Tomasz Jędrowski, translated by Robert Sudół; 'World Without End' by Christophe Blain and Jean-Marc Jancovici, translated by Edward Gauvin. Other resources for this episode: Ursula von der Leyen's letter to EU leaders on migration, October 14, 2024 https://www.politico.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/15/October-2024-EUCO-Migration-letter.pdf 'What is refugee rentierism? An explainer'. The New Humanitarian, August 14, 2024 https://www.thenewhumanitarian.org/analysis/2024/08/14/what-refugee-rentierism-explainer 00:22 Katy's parents made a podcast 06:18 Good Week: Pedro Sánchez 19:48 Bad Week: Rich wine-drinkers 29:14 Interview: Seb Duyck on Switzerland's failed response to the KlimaSeniorinnen ruling 46:26 Inspiration Station: 'Swimming In The Dark' and 'World Without End' 51:02 Happy Ending: Luka Modrić, an inspiration for all people in their late thirties Producers: Katz Laszlo and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Threads | Twitter | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
Arson, vandalism, attacks on NATO vehicles: around Europe, mysterious acts of sabotage have been multiplying. And there's a pattern: the perpetrators were recruited on Telegram via accounts linked to Russian agencies. This week, we hear from Marta Vunš about how she and other journalists went undercover to figure out how this recruitment actually works. We're also asking whether Germany's nausea-inducing opera deserves its scandalised headlines, and why France has been low-key obsessed with a treasure hunt for the past three decades. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. "‘Make a Molotov Cocktail': How Europeans Are Recruited Through Telegram to Commit Sabotage, Arson, and Murder". You can read the investigation by Delfi, Der Standard, Paper Trail Media and the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project here. This week's Inspiration Station offering, sponsored by the European Cultural Foundation: Liquid Becomings. Other resources for this episode: Trailer: SANCTA | Staatsoper Stuttgart Talk Eastern Europe: Spies, sabotage and Russia-West relations 00:22 The week EU politics got spicy 03:22 Bad Week: Unwell opera-goers 13:54 Good Week: France's mystery treasure-hunt winner 24:38 Interview: Marta Vunš on Russia's shady Telegram recruitment 38:46 The Inspiration Station - The European Cultural Foundation presents: Liquid Becomings 42:45 Happy Ending: Phew! Art saved from the garbage can Producers: Morgan Childs and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Threads | Twitter | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
Why is it so hard to talk about climate change in a way that actually makes us... feel something? This week, our producer Katz Laszlo talks to an Icelandic writer who manages against the odds to do just that: Andri Snær Magnason, author of — among many other things — the hit memoir 'On Time And Water'. We're also talking about the German politician alleged to have hired Belarusian political prisoners, and the extraordinary bounceback of Mediterranean turtles. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. You can find out more about Andri's work here and watch Emergence Magazine's documentary, 'The Last Ice Age', here. This week's Inspiration Station offerings: 'When I Lived In Modern Times' by Linda Grant and 'Kneecap'. Other resources for this episode 'Finance minister responds to book VAT backlash, cuts the rate on books' - The Slovak Spectator, 26/09/2024 '«Onion is tasty». Political prisoners work on an onion plantation owned by AfD MP Jörg Dornau' - Reform News, 24/09/2024 'Hanna' - The Europeans, 02/06/2022 'Germany's far right loves one migrant group: Russian Germans' - Politico Europe, 29/09/24 'Cruinniú na nÓg 2024 - The Spark' - Creative Ireland 'How Germany outfitted half a million balconies with solar panels' - Canary Media, 27/09/2024 00:22 Good job, Slovakia! 02:42 Good Week: Mediterranean turtles 12:38 Bad Week: Jörg Dornau 24:03 Interview: Andri Snær Magnason on how to talk about climate change in a way that makes people Actually Feel Something 44:12 The Inspiration Station: 'When I Lived In Modern Times' and 'Kneecap' 48:30 Happy Ending: Germany's mini solar panel bonanza Producers: Morgan Childs and Katz Laszlo Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Threads | Twitter | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
Are European leaders living in a Barbie-like dreamworld? This week, the idealised fantasy of the EU versus its awkward reality. Far from being a continent of grateful europhiles, a lot of people feel apathetic about the European project at best. Paweł Zerka joins us to discuss why non-white, young and Eastern Europeans feel especially left out of the EU, and what we can do to fix this. We're also joined by Deutsche Welle's Kate Laycock for a special guest edition of Good Week, Bad Week! We discuss how victory was snatched from the AfD in last weekend's state elections in Brandenburg, as well as the backlash against tax hikes on books in both Slovakia and the Netherlands. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. You can read Paweł's report here. The European Sentiment Compass is a joint initiative of the European Council on Foreign Relations and the European Cultural Foundation. Kate is the presenter of DW's Inside Europe. You'll be able to catch Katy and Dominic on the show next week! Inspiration Station offerings: 'What language does your inner child speak?' - The First 1,000 Days 'How Libraries Thrive' - you can read the whole book online here Other resources for this episode: 'German far-right AfD song calls for deporting millions - DW News 'Elderly Romanian woman used amber nugget worth over $1 million as a doorstop for decades' - El País 00:22 Insure yourselves, people! 04:07 Good Week: Dietmar Woidke (Special edition with Kate Laycock from Deutsche Welle) 12:24 Bad Week: Book-lovers in Slovakia and the Netherlands 22:00 Interview: Paweł Zerka on the Barbie-like European Union 39:13 The Inspiration Station: 'The First 1,000 Days' and 'How Libraries Thrive' 43:45 Happy Ending: The world's fanciest door-stop?
Last week we brought you geopolitics, this week we're bringing you testicles. Why has male contraception remained such an underground idea, despite decades of research? We speak to Paul Labourie, one of a growing number of men (in the francophone world at least) who are turning to DIY contraception devices to take on more of the responsibility in their relationships. We're also talking about the crackdown on Germany's borders and a surprise move by Mussolini's granddaughter. Paul is a journalist and photographer based in Brussels. You can find his website here and follow him on Instagram here. You can read Paul's article about heat-based contraception for VICE Belgium here and find out more about Samuel Flambard's workshops here. This week's Inspiration Station offerings: 'Another Round' and 'The Gullspång Miracle' (available here via the BBC and here via DR). Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. 00:23 Not sponsored by any kind of nasal irrigation device 03:02 Good Week: Standing up to the far-right in Italy 09:50 Bad Week: The Schengen Zone 21:19 Interview: Paul Labourie's primer on thermal contraception 35:19 The Inspiration Station: 'Another Round' and 'The Gullspång Miracle' 38:38 Happy ending: Fewer screens, more desserts Producers: Morgan Childs and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Threads | Twitter | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
We're back from our summer break! Rym Momtaz, the new editor-in-chief of the Strategic Europe blog, is here to catch us up on the main political developments we missed over the summer, from Ukraine to France. We're also talking about Sweden's suggestions for cutting kids' screen time, and a possible crackdown on outrageous concert ticket prices. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. Strategic Europe is a blog from the Carnegie Europe think-tank. You can find it here, and follow Rym on Twitter here. This week's Inspiration Station picks: 'Evenings and Weekends' by Oisín McKenna and 'Berlin' by Andris Kuprišs, translated by Ian Gwin. Other resources for this episode: 'A Different Way to Look at Screen Time' - ParentData, April 2024 If you're feeling brave, you can download Mario Draghi's competitiveness report here. If you're short on time because you're contributing to European productivity, you can read his summary here. Waldrapteam, the conservationists working with the northern bald ibis, can be found on Instagram here. You can follow their progress here. 03:10 Bad Week: Ticketmaster 14:23 Good Week: Swedish kids 26:40 Interview: Rym Momtaz catches us up on the main European political developments of the summer 47:44 The Inspiration Station: 'Evenings and Weekends' by Oisín McKenna; 'Berlin' by Andris Kuprišs 50:24 Happy Ending: The return of the northern bald ibis Producers: Morgan Childs and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Threads | Twitter | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
A surprise left-wing election win? In Europe? In 2024? This week, we turn to our resident Parisian journalist to try to get our heads around what just happened in France, as well as what might happen next. We're also looking at the other big left-wing winners of the week: the UK Labour Party. What might their new government mean for Britain's relationship with Europe? Plus, Barcelona's anti-tourist revolt and what may be the world's toughest crackdown on Airbnb. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. This week's Inspiration Station picks: BBC Assignment: 'Germany's AI detectives' and The Europeans on YouTube. Other resources: 'El malestar por el turismo masivo se traslada a las calles de Barcelona' - La Vanguardia, July 6, 2024 'Quelle coalition ? Composez votre majorité absolue avec notre simulateur de coalitions exclusif' - Le Grand Continent, July 7, 2024 00:22 The return of human co-host Dominic Kraemer 03:51 Good Week: Britain's relationship with the EU 15:02 Bad Week: Tourists in Barcelona 28:16 Interview: Katy on France's surprise election results and what might happen next 48:33 Isolation Inspiration: 'Germany's AI detectives' and The Europeans on YouTube 51:24 Happy Ending: Climate-resilient cacao Producers: Wojciech Oleksiak and Katy Lee Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Threads | Twitter | Mastodon | Bluesky hello@europeanspodcast.com
Fewer expensive car chases, more moody shots and ambiguous endings: movies made in Europe are often very different from those made in the US. But Europe's more arty film output isn't just a product of our culture — it has a lot to do with how the industry is financed. This week, we're asking: why is European cinema the way it is, and should we be trying to change it? Plus, producer Wojciech Oleksiak joins Katy to discuss Europe's latest far-right alliance and why Kaja Kallas may be glad to be stepping down as Estonia's prime minister. This episode was supported by KIDS Regio. Thanks so much to project manager Anne Schultka for joining us, along with Tamara Kolarić, assistant professor in social sciences at SALIS, Dublin City University. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. This week's Inspiration Station picks: Euro 2024 and Search Engine: 'Why didn't Chris and Dan get into Berghain?' Parts 1 and 2 Other resources: 'The Hungarian presidency: Let the games begin' - Politico Europe, June 25, 2024 00:22 Hot in Warsaw, even hotter in Paris 02:45 Good Week: Kaja Kallas (and her replacement) 12:40 Bad Week: The Mainstream 26:05 Interview: Anne Schultka and Tamara Kolarić on how money shapes Europe's film industry 43:56 The Inspiration Station: Something called 'football', and Search Engine: 'Why didn't Chris and Dan get into Berghain?' Parts 1 and 2 48:58 Happy Ending: Dominic's holiday voice note Producers: Morgan Childs and Katy Lee Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina
Enough politics: we've got a nature-themed episode for you this week. Producer Katz Laszlo joins Katy to explain how Austria's environment minister went rogue to save the EU's hugely important nature restoration law; we're also talking about the German town that just voted to kill all its pigeons. And in the human world: the podcast that brings Scandinavians together in their own languages. Hilde Sandvik takes us behind the scenes of ‘Norsken, svensken og dansken', a show described as family therapy for neighbouring nations. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. Hilde is one of the board members of NORD 55, an initiative seeking to build public debate in the Nordic region. You can listen to ‘Norsken, svensken og dansken' here via NRK. This week's Inspiration Station picks: Garden to Grill and ‘Midsummer Night'. Other resources: ‘Pigeon problems: German town votes to have birds killed, outraging animal rights' activists' - Euronews, July 12, 2024 ‘How do we survive the media apocalypse?' - Search Engine, March 15, 2024 00:22 Summer plunges and untranslatable words 04:19 Good Week: Europe's plants and animals 16:17 Bad Week: The pigeons of Limburg 28:43 Interview: Hilde Sandvik on creating Scandinavia's cross-border, multilingual podcast 41:03 The Inspiration Station: 'Garden to Grill' and 'Midsummer Night' 44:52 Happy Ending: Wild times for Windy Producers: Katy Lee and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Threads | Twitter | Mastodon | Bluesky hello@europeanspodcast.com
The far-right surged but the centre held; somehow the two are true at once. Nearly 100 members of the new European Parliament have yet to tell us which political family they'll be joining. And as for who's actually going to be running the EU's institutions for the next five years – right now, it's anyone's guess. How can we make sense of these European elections? Alberto Alemmano joins us to help decipher a momentous, and very confusing, moment in Europe's democracy. Alberto is a professor of EU law at HEC in Paris and the College of Europe. You can follow him on Twitter here. We've got a new look! Check out our beautiful new website, designed by the wonderful RTiiiKA, at europeanspodcast.com. This week's Inspiration Station offerings: ‘Power for Sale' and ‘Under Paris'. You can check out ‘Mixed Signals', the new podcast from Semafor, here. This special episode was made possible thanks to the financial support of the Culture of Solidarity Fund, powered by the European Cultural Foundation in collaboration with Allianz Foundation and the Evens Foundation. You can check out the #CulturalDealEU campaign here. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. Hosts: Dominic Kraemer and Katy Lee Producer: Katy Lee Sound design, mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Editorial support: Katz Laszlo Music: Jim Barne and Blue Dot Sessions Sound effects: Freesound.org Instagram | Threads | Twitter | Mastodon | Bluesky | hello@europeanspodcast.com
This week, the high drama of both European wolf policy and the Eurovision Song Contest. Wolves have made a huge comeback in Europe in recent years. How can we coexist peacefully with these hungry carnivores? We speak to the social scientist Hanna Pettersson about how humans are living alongside predators in Spain and Sweden. Plus, all the controversy from the most chaotic Eurovision in history, and why Catalans just voted to boot out their separatist government after a decade in power. Hanna is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of York. You can listen to her interview with The Conversation here. This week's Inspiration Station recommendations: 'The Regime' and this accompanying episode of 'Cautionary Tales'; 'There's Still Tomorrow'. 'Lost On Me' was translated into English by Leah Janeczko. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. Other resources for this episode: 'Why did Ireland give Israel 10 points at the Eurovision?' - RTE Aitor Hernández-Morales on the Catalan elections 00:22 Europe needs a new continent-wide public holiday 02:38 Bad Week: The European Broadcasting Union 20:35 Good Week: Catalonia's Socialists 30:03 Interview: Hanna Pettersson on living with Europe's wolves 44:45 The Inspiration Station: The Regime and There's Still Tomorrow 49:28 Happy Ending: A pioneering law in Belgium Producers: Morgan Childs and Katy Lee Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Threads | Twitter | Mastodon | Bluesky hello@europeanspodcast.com
Across a fair chunk of Europe, we've grown used to seeing little traffic light symbols on our food packets that supposedly rate the healthiness of our food. But why might Dominic's chamomile tea get a Nutri-Score rating of C, when a diet cola gets an A? And does Giorgia Meloni have a point in claiming that the ratings are biased against Italians? This week we ring up Alie de Boer, an expert on all things food labelling, to demystify the Nutri-Score system once and for all. We're also talking about why Georgia's at a crossroads between Russia and the EU, and why it's such a scary moment in German politics. Alie is an assistant professor of nutrition and food law at Maastricht University's Venlo campus. You can watch her excellent video about Nutri-Score here. This week's Inspiration Station offerings: Marina Abramović's new exhibition and Desert Island Discs interview; Gugelhupf. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. Other resources for this episode: 'Is Georgian Dream Digging Its Own Grave?' - Transitions, May 2024 https://tol.org/client/article/is-georgian-dream-digging-its-own-grave.html 'Are right-wing populists more likely to justify political violence?' - European Consortium for Political Research, March 2024 https://ejpr.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1475-6765.12668?af=R 'How Italian "food nationalism" has blocked Nutri-Score nutrition labelling system in Europe' - Mediapart, January 2024 https://www.mediapart.fr/en/journal/international/060124/how-italian-food-nationalism-has-blocked-nutri-score-nutrition-labelling-system-europe 00:23 A delicious, digestible bowl of European news 02:52 Good week: Georgia's brave protesters 09:43 Bad week: German democracy 21:10 Interview: Alie de Boer on how those Nutri-Score labels on your food actually work 37:51 The Inspiration Station: Marina Abramović and gugelhupf 42:52 Happy Ending: The European Seagull Screeching Championship Producers: Morgan Childs and Katy Lee Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Threads | Twitter | Mastodon | Bluesky hello@europeanspodcast.com
It's the only revolution in world history (that we know of) that began with a Eurovision song. This week, Portugal marks 50 years since the Carnation Revolution ended decades of dictatorship. We speak to Alex Fernandes, author of a new accessible history of the revolution, about the day that changed everything. We're also talking about the UK's missed opportunity to give an entire generation fun memories (and skills, but mostly fun memories) and Milan's ice cream uproar. Alex's book, ‘The Carnation Revolution: The Day Portugal's Dictatorship Fell' is out now. You can find him on Twitter here and read his article on the music of the revolution here. Inspiration Station offerings: ‘E Depois Do Adeus' by Paulo de Carvalho; Grândola, Vila Morena by José Afonso and MARO on tour. Bonus entry: the ‘Feat. NATURE' playlist. Other resources for this episode: ‘What is behind the UK's labour shortage?' - UK in a Changing Europe, February 2024 ‘Percentage of businesses experiencing a shortage of workers in the United Kingdom in 2023, by industry sector' - Statista, November 2023 ‘Nature is an artist! Inside AKQA's design for mammoth Spotify and UN project, Sounds Right' - It's Nice That, April 2024 Instagram | Threads | Twitter | Mastodon | Bluesky hello@europeanspodcast.com
A group of Swiss women, all aged 64 and over, made history last week by winning the first ever climate case heard by the European Court of Human Rights. But what does their victory mean for climate policy across Europe? We ring up international courts reporter Molly Quell to find out. We're also talking about an artistic sense-of-humour failure, a Swedish app controversy, and why Polish kids are particularly big fans of the new government. FULL EPISODE TRANSCRIPT HERE: https://europeanspodcast.com/episodes/why-the-swiss-womens-climate-victory-is-such-a-big-deal You can find Molly on Twitter here. This week's Inspiration Station offerings: 'Two Strangers (Carry A Cake Across New York)' - tickets for London's Criterion Theatre; 'Two Strangers' cast recording; the 'Goulash' newsletter. Producer: Katz Laszlo Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Threads | Twitter | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
Scandal-hit Socialists, a surging far-right, and winners that no one can get excited about — Portugal has just delivered some of this year's trickiest European election results. This week, we ring Politico reporter Aitor Hernández-Morales to untangle the situation. We're also talking about how ChatGPT could speed up Albania's EU membership bid, and Denmark's attempt to fix its horrible gender inequality (when it comes to statues at least). FULL EPISODE TRANSCRIPT HERE: https://europeanspodcast.com/episodes/the-portuguese-constitution-is-delicious You can follow Aitor on Twitter here. This week's Inspiration Station picks: 'Europapa' by Joost Klein; 'Don't Drink the Milk' Other resources for this episode: 'People in Albania are tired of Brussels' lip service' https://respublica.edu.mk/blog-en/politics/people-in-albania-are-tired-of-brussels-lip-service/?lang=en 'Albania to speed up EU accession using ChatGPT' https://www.euractiv.com/section/politics/news/albania-to-speed-up-eu-accession-using-chatgpt/ 'Irish voters reject bid to rewrite constitution's view of women and family' https://www.politico.eu/article/irish-voters-reject-bid-to-rewrite-constitutions-view-women-family/ 'Five reasons why the Yes side failed and the No campaign won the day' https://www.irishtimes.com/politics/2024/03/09/how-the-government-lost-and-the-no-side-won-the-care-and-family-referendums/ 00:22 Fresh and fruity 01:56 Bad Week: Human translators 11:00 Good Week: Denmark steps up on statues 35:28 The Inspiration Station: 'Europapa' and 'Don't Drink The Milk' 40:24 Happy Ending: A blast from the seedy past Producers: Katy Lee and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Threads | Twitter | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2024 On this episode of the Youth Perspective, we celebrate International Women's Day 2024. Imagine a gender-equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women's equality. Collectively we can all #InspireInclusion. Celebrate women's achievements. Raise awareness about discrimination. Take action to drive gender parity. IWD belongs to everyone, everywhere. Inclusion means all IWD actions are valid. I have the fantastic opportunity to speak with Mrs. Tanya Mcfall-Major & Dr. Brittney Jones and discuss this amazing day! With over a century of history and change, the first International Women's Day (IWD) was held in March 1911. IWD isn't country, group, or organization-specific. It's a day of collective global activism and celebration that belongs to all those committed to forging women's equality. Tune in and join the conversation. #March8th #IWD2024 #InspireInclusion Listen on Saturdays @ 8 pm: 107.9FM "THE INSPIRATION STATION" Listen on Saturdays @ 7:30 pm: 1540AM/104.5FM "THE NATIONAL VOICE OF THE BAHAMAS" --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/keshagenadderleypodcast/message
This week: two referendums and some dodgy criminal reforms. We're talking about Swiss voters' decision to treat themselves to bigger pensions, and Slovakia's battle to stop cronyism under populist prime minister Robert Fico. And ahead of Ireland's vote on International Women's Day, the historian Caitríona Beaumont joins us to ask: why, according to the Irish constitution, is a woman's place still in the home? You can follow Cait on Twitter here and read her article for The Conversation about the 'woman in the home' clause here. This week's Inspiration Station offerings: this Swiss study on the power of live music; Dominic on tour, and the studio cast recording of 'Two Strangers (Carry A Cake Across New York)'. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. Other resources for this episode: Cultural Deal for Europe: An Open Letter Ahead of the EP Elections https://culturalfoundation.eu/stories/cultural-deal-for-europe-open-letter-ep-elections/ 'Nederland Europees kampioen zitten': TNO https://www.tno.nl/nl/newsroom/2024/02/nederland-europees-kampioen-zitten/ Eurobarometer's 2022 report on physical activity across Europe: https://europa.eu/eurobarometer/surveys/detail/2668IMPACT newsletter https://lesglorieuses.fr/les-newsletters/impact-eng/ Abortion in Europe - Deutsche Welle documentary https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NSB6oCza2k8 00:22 Are you sitting comfortably? 03:33 Bad Week: Robert Fico 12:38 Good Week: Swiss pensioners 21:40 Interview: Caitríona Beaumont on Ireland's sexist constitution 38:35 The Inspiration Station: live music and the 'Two Strangers' cast recording 42:19 Happy Ending: Tiny but very very loud Producers: Katy Lee and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Threads | Twitter | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
Hungary has seen its biggest anti-government protests in years over the past couple of weeks. But just how dangerous is this moment for Viktor Orbán? This week our favourite Hungarysplainer Viktória Serdült joins us to decipher the scandal that has shaken his government. We're also talking about the legalisation of gay marriage in Greece (finally!) and a Dutch court case that could have far-reaching consequences for the war in Gaza. FULL EPISODE TRANSCRIPT HERE: https://europeanspodcast.com/episodes/orbans-biggest-crisis Viktória is a journalist at hvg.hu. You can find her on Twitter here and her article about Hungary's EU elections can be found here in EUObserver. This week's Inspiration Station offerings: 'Navalny' and 'Lost on Me' (Niente di vero) by Veronica Raimo. The Dutch court ruling can be found here and Euronews' piece on European military supplies to Israel can be found here. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. 00:22 Spending *most* of the week reading about Europe 02:29 Good Week: Gay marriage is now legal in Greece 07:47 Bad Week: European defence companies? 17:01 Interview: Viktória Serdült on Hungary's pardoning scandal 32:33 The Inspiration Station: 'Lost on Me' by Veronica Raimo and 'Navalny' 36:33 Happy Ending: Why kids monkey around Producers: Katy Lee and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Threads | Twitter | Mastodon | hello@europeanspodcast.com
Poland's rightwing populists are finally out of power. But what happens now? This week, our producer Wojciech Oleksiak and Warsaw-based journalist Claudia Ciobanu join us to explain why restoring Polish democracy is easier said than done. We're also talking about Finland's elections and the EU's much-criticised migration plan. Claudia is the Poland correspondent for the Balkan Investigative Reporting Network. You can find her reporting here and she's on Twitter here. Investigate Europe's reporting on how France and the Netherlands lobbied for child border detentions can be found here. This week's Inspiration Station offerings: 'Bitch' by Lucy Cooke and Sanremo 2024. Bonus entry for Amsterdammers, via Producer Katz: Felipe Romero Beltrán's photography exhibition 'Dialect' at Foam, documenting the experiences of young Moroccan migrants in Spain. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. Producers: Katz Laszlo and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Threads | Twitter | hello@europeanspodcast.com
Last weekend, Parisians voted to triple parking fees for SUVs in a bid to remove some of the city's more polluting vehicles. It's just one of many policy ideas that are being tested out in European cities to clean up the air we breathe — but how bad is the problem really, and can we really fix it? This week we ring up Oliver Lord from the Clean Cities Campaign to find out. We're also talking about the exhausting antics of Viktor Orbán and some juicy Italian art theft allegations. This week's Inspiration Station offerings: 'Mrs Mohr Goes Missing' by Maryla Szymiczkowa, and The European Tree of the Year 2024. You can find a video of Vittorio Scarbi's eyebrow-raising interview on the best account on Twitter, Crazy Ass Moments in Italian Politics. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. Many thanks to our friends at Outside/In for featuring our Oatly mini-series recently. You can find their show here. 00:22 Coming soon, a podcast entirely about disturbing European children's songs 03:32 Good Week: Ukraine's €50 billion aid deal 12:01 Bad Week: From culture minister to art thief? 37:44 The Inspiration Station: Mrs Mohr Goes Missing and The European Tree of The Year 2024 40:49 Happy Ending: Hooray for the HPV vaccine Producers: Katy Lee and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Threads | Twitter | hello@europeanspodcast.com
From France to Romania, Germany to Bulgaria, angry farmers have been blocking the roads. What's behind this wave of agricultural protests across the continent? This week we're getting to grips with the policies behind the food on Europe's plates with agriculture correspondent Sofía Sánchez Manzanaro. We're also dishing up some Polish recommendations and a slice of good climate news. FULL EPISODE TRANSCRIPT HERE: https://europeanspodcast.com/episodes/why-are-europes-farmers-so-angry Sofía writes about food, agriculture and sustainability for S&P Global and is about to start a new role at Euractiv. You can find her on Twitter here. This week's Inspiration Station offerings: Chopin's Nocturnes. played by Idil Beret, and Olga Tokarczuk's interview on the Paris Review podcast. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. Many thanks to our friends at Outside/In for featuring our Oatly mini-series recently. You can find their show here. Producers: Katz Laszlo and Katy Lee Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Threads | Twitter | hello@europeanspodcast.com
We're kicking off the new year with a heady mix of urban policy, cake-based scandal and political controversy. Find out which European city ranks as the most ‘liveable' in Good Week, and dive into the fraud case embroiling Italian mega-influencer Chiara Ferragni in Bad Week. And in this week's interview, hear from historian Quinn Slobodian about the parallel he sees between the current discourse around Israel-Palestine in Germany, and events 50 years ago. Quinn is Professor of History at Boston University. You can follow him on Twitter here and read his New Statesman article, ‘Germany's new years of lead', here. Resources for this episode: Report on the quality of life in European cities, 2023 ‘How to define genocide': an interview with historian Omer Bartov in The New Yorker German police statistics on politically-motivated crimes ‘Oral' by Björk and Rosalía Continental Riffs The Guardian: ‘New “riskier” wave of British musicals to challenge West End's established order' Tickets for Two Strangers (Carry A Cake Across New York) Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. 00:22 Happy 2024, listeners! 02:57 Good Week: Europe's most liveable city? 08:17 Bad Week: Italian mega-influencer Chiara Ferragni 20:49 Interview: Quinn Slobodian on Germany's history of 'militant democracy' 40:31 The Inspiration Station: 'Oral' by Björk and Rosalía; Continental Riffs; Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) 44:12 Happy Ending: Rodney's helping hand Producers: Katy Lee and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Threads | Twitter | hello@europeanspodcast.com
It may not be the biggest EPCOT festival, nor does it have the best options when it comes to food, but the EPCOT Festival of the Arts does have have nicely crafted artistic dishes worth trying and we share our top picks for what to try at the 2024 edition. Plus, a milestone is reached at Tiana's Bayou Adventure with a fine detail worth discussing.Top Picks Foodie Guide: EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2024From January 12 through February 19, the EPCOT Festival of the Arts is back to celebrate arts of all kinds, including the culinary art.With nearly 18 Food Studios and a big presence from Figment that includes a brand new Figment Premium Popcorn Bucket with Rainbow Popcorn, you better come hungry. Here are our top picks from what's new.The Deconstructed DishFood Items: Deconstructed BLT: Pork belly, onion bread pudding, watercress espuma, and tomato jamDeconstructed Key Lime Pie: Flexible Key Lime Curd, “Key Lime” Mousse, Graham Cracker Cake, and Meringues (The Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine Item)Beverages: Deconstructed Strawberry Mint Julep (Non-alcoholic beverage)Wicked Weed Brewing Blank Canvas Belgian Blonde WitbierDeconstructed Strawberry Mint Julep with bourbonCuisine ClassiqueFood Items:Beef Wellington: Mushroom duxelles, prosciutto, and puff pastry with red wine demi-glaceCast Iron-roasted P.E.I. mussels with sautéed tomatoes, garlic, and fresh herbsBeverages: Gulf Stream Brewing Company Sum of All Colors IPA (New) > Mike's PickTesselaarsdal Pinot Noir (New)Figment's Inspiration Station at the Odyssey: Art, Food, and Little Sparks of MagicFood Items:Blueberry-filled Pastry Tart with purple icing (The Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine Item)Rainbow Cake with freeze dried SKITTLES bite sized candiesFigment Premium Popcorn Bucket with Rainbow Popcorn (Limit two per person, per transaction; available while supplies last.)Beverages:Grape Smoothie with freeze dried SKITTLES bite sized candies (Non-alcoholic beverage)3 Daughters Brewing Black Cherry Hard Cider3 Daughters Brewing Blood Orange Hard Cider3 Daughters Brewing Passion Fruit Hard CiderRainbow Hard Cider Flight81Bay Brewing Co. Green with Envy Blonde Ale81Bay Brewing Co. Blue Butterfly LagerUrban Artifact The Gadget Raspberry & Blackberry Midwest Fruit TartRainbow Beer FlightThe Craftsman's Courtyard Food Items:Grilled Pork Belly with salsa verde, broccoli rabe, pickled peppers, and raclette cheese on grilled sourdough (New) > Mike's PickGrilled Marinated Skirt Steak with caramelized onions and mushrooms, blue cheese fondue, and arugula on a grilled French roll (New) > Amelia's PickBeverages: BrewDog Jet Black Heart Nitro Oatmeal StoutCoffee Old Fashioned CocktailRefreshment OutpostBeverages:Parish Brewing Co. Blueberry Mochi Berliner WeisseThe Tank Brewing Co. Street Art AmberBrewery Ommegang Neon Rainbows IPAPastoral Palate Food Items:Red Wine-braised Beef Short Rib with parsnip purée, broccolini, baby tomatoes, and balsamic glazeBlack Forest Cake: Chocolate mousse with morello cherries and chantilly cream Beverages:3 Daughters Brewing Rosé Hard Cider81Bay Brewing Co. Rosé Blonde AleFrozen RoséA Play on Rosé FlightMarietta Old Vine RoséThe Artist's Table Food Items:Duck and Dumplings: Smoked duck breast, ricotta dumplings, baby vegetables, and duck jusHummingbird Cake: Banana and pecan cake dipped in cream cheese icing with caramel sauce and warm pineapple compoteBeverages:Wicked Weed Pineapple Daydream IPA (New) > Mike's PickBrew Hub Jazzberry Wheat Jam Ale (New) Lost Coast Brewery Peanut Butter Chocolate Milk Stout (New) Migration Pinot Noir (New) Beer Flight also availableTangierine Café: Flavors of the Medina Food Items:Grilled Kebabs with carrot-chickpea salad and garlic aïoli Chermoula ChickenMoroccan-spiced LambStone-baked Moroccan Bread with hummus, chermoula, and zhoug dips (Plant-based Item)Chocolate Cake with pomegranate mousse and pomegranate whipped cream (New) Beverages:Twinings Chai Tea with Sprite and mint (Non-alcoholic beverage)Blake's Hard Cider Co. Grizzly Pear Hard Cider (New) Rekorderlig Strawberry-Lime Hard Cider (New) Keel Farms Blueberry Lavender Hard Cider (New) Chai Tea Mint Mimosa: Twinings Chai Tea with Key lime sparkling wine and mint (New) Hard Cider FlightVibrante & Vívido: Encanto Cocina Food Items:Chorizo and Potato Empanada with turmeric aïoli and annatto aïoli (The Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine Item)Passion Fruit-filled Mango Cheesecake with coconut-pineapple cake, dragon fruit gelée, and dragon fruit-strawberry sauce (New) Beverages: Coconut and Passion Fruit Smoothie (Non-alcoholic beverage)Frozen Piña ColadaPassion Fruit DaiquiriGourmet Landscapes Food Items: Verjus-roasted Beets with goat cheese, petite lettuce, blackberry gastrique, and spiced pecans (New) (The Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine Item)Roasted Bone Marrow with onion marmalade, pickled mushrooms, and petite lettuceWild Mushroom Risotto with truffle shavings and zinfandel reduction (Plant-based Item) Beverages: Whole Hog Brewery Raspberry Chéret Double RadlerSchlumberger Cuvée Klimt BrutThe Meeker Vineyard Winemaker's Handprint MerlotFrozen Scotch Cocktail: Scotch and herbal tea garnished with a chocolate nailRefreshment Port Food Items:Gnocchi Poutine with red wine-braised beef, cheese curds, basil, and burrataArtist Palette Jumbo Chocolate Chip CookieBeverages:Blood Orange Cosmo: Boyd & Blair Potato Vodka with blood orange, cranberry, and limeBoulevard Brewing Co. Quirk Blueberry Lemon & Lavender Hard SeltzerDeco Delights Food Item:Neapolitan Dessert Trio: Chocolate tart, vanilla bean cheesecake, and strawberry mousse (New) (The Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine Item)Beverages:3 Daughters Brewing Strawberry Blonde Nitro81Bay Brewing Co. Vanilla PorterPlayalinda Brewing Co. Milk StoutEspresso Martini featuring Boyd & Blair Potato VodkaBeer FlightPop Eats Food Items:Tomato Soup with Grilled CheeseTomato Soup with pimento cheese, bacon, and fried green tomato grilled cheeseRock the Dots White Chocolate and Orange Mousse with vanilla bean chiffon cake (New) Beverages:Brooklyn Brewery Pulp Art Hazy IPABlanc de Bleu Cuvée Mousseux with boba pearlsRefreshment StationFrozen Slushy: Coca-Cola, dragon fruit, or watermelonConnections EateryBeverage: Orange-Lemonade Cocktail: Three Olives Blueberry Vodka, lemonade, and orange juice with cotton candy L'Art de la Cuisine Française Food Items:Crème de Brie en Petit Pain: Warm creamy brie in a house-made bread bowlSaumon Fumé Mousse et Aspic, Blini et Fromage de Chevre: Salmon mousse, smoked salmon, dill, and flaxseed biscuit, served cold (New) Vol-au-Vent de Saumon et Epinards, Sauce Chardonnay: Puff pastry with salmon and spinach and a chardonnay-shallot sauce, served warm (New) Duo de Saumon Hot and Cold: Enjoy both of the salmon offerings (New) Moelleux aux Noisettes, Croustillant Noisettes, Coulis Framboise et Mangue: Molten Valrhona chocolate cake, hazelnut crunch, and mango-raspberry coulis (New)Beverages:Frozen French Martini: Grey Goose Vodka, Chambord liqueur, pineapple, orange, and grape juices with lemon-lime foamElderflower Liqueur Cocktail: St. Germain Liqueur, sparkling wine, and mint (New) > Mike's PickCharles Lafite, Brut Rosé Prestige, Méthode Traditionnel Champenoise French Rosé Sparkling WinePinot Noir J. de Villebois (New) El Artista Hambriento Food Items:Carne Asada: Chipotle-marinated beef sirloin, grilled queso fresco, Nopales salad with queso fresco foam and chicharron dustBeverages: Mexican Craft BeerRubí Delicioso Margarita: Tromba Blanco Tequila, Lejay Blackcurrant Liqueur, citrus, mint, spicy agave, and beet juiceSmokey Banana Bliss Margarita: Ten to One Rum, Ilegal Mezcal Joven, banana purée, and lime juiceGoshiki Food Items:Wagyu Bun: Steamed bun filled with American wagyu beef served with green shiso sauceSushi Donut: Donut-shaped Sushi featuring salmon, tuna, shrimp, cucumber, and sesame seed over a decorated plate of wasabi aïoli, sriracha aïoli, and eel sauceIchigo Mochi – Daifuku: Daifuku mochi filled with fresh strawberry, sweet azuki bean paste, and white chocolate served with strawberry creamBeverages: Murasaki Blueberry Drink: Sweet blueberry and cream (Non-alcoholic beverage)Mikan Orange IPAMasu Sake in a traditional personalized wooden cupBlueberry Cocktail: Nigori sake with sweet blueberry, cream, and yuzuThe Painted Panda Food Items:General Tso's Chicken ShumaiChar Siu Pork BunSesame Balls with red bean pasteBeverages:Black and White Bubble Tea with black tea, milk, chocolate, and black & white boba pearls (Non-alcoholic beverage)Lucky Foo Pale AleSilk River Hard Lemonade with vodka, lavender-coconut syrup, and lemonadeButterfly Blue: Butterfly pea flower-infused cocktail with vodka, light rum, lychee syrup, and magic boba pearlsL'Arte di Mangiare Food Items: Mozzarella Fritta: Flash-fried breaded fresh mozzarella with artist palette condimentsConchiglie Ripiene: Baked stuffed conchiglie pasta with beef, ricotta, peas, pomodoro, and creamy sauceTorta Ricotta di Cioccolata: Chocolate cheesecake and whipped creamBeverages:Peroni PilsnerLanghe NebbioloProseccoItalian Sangria (Red or White) Italian Margarita with tequila and limoncelloElderflower Sparkling Cocktail: Mint-infused elderflower liqueur, prosecco, and sparkling blood orangeSwirled ShowcaseFood Items: Soft-serve in a Waffle Cone VanillaChocolateCupcake (New) Cream Soda Float with Vanilla Soft-serveStrawberry Fanta Float with cupcake soft-serve (New)Funnel Cake Crazy Chocolate Funnel Cake Sandwich: Mini funnel cake sandwich with vanilla ice cream, rainbow whipped cream, strawberry sauce, powdered sugar, and sprinkles (New) > Amelia's PickJoffrey's Coffee & Tea Company World Discovery (Near Mission: SPACE) Pistachio Palette Cold Brew: A flavorful masterpiece featuring Joffrey's Shakin' Jamaican Cold Brew, pistachio syrup, and milk topped with whipped cream and colorful sprinklesNear Canada Realism Roseberry Cold Brew: A lively swirl of flavors featuring Joffrey's Shakin' Jamaican Cold Brew, strawberry rose syrup, and milk topped with whipped cream and colorful sprinkles (Alcoholic version available with Bailey's Irish Cream Liqueur) Showcase Plaza (Near Disney Traders) Brushstroke Berry Bliss: A vibrant combination of frozen lemon, Minute Maid Lemonade, raspberry syrup, and iced tea garnished with lemon (Alcoholic version available with Grey Goose Vodka) The American Adventure Pastel Pineberry Frost: A pastel work of art featuring frozen lemon, Minute Maid Lemonade, and pineberry syrup garnished with lemon (Alcoholic version available with Grey Goose Vodka) -- New Orleans Top Blacksmith Forges Metal Weathervane for Disney's Tiana's Bayou AdventurePart of the true magic of Disney is the level of detail that goes into the development of rides, attractions, hotels and more. Recently, Tiana's Bayou Adventure has continued this with a new update to the forthcoming ride that feature a custom handcrafted weathervane by Louisiana's master blacksmith, Darryl Reeves.We know that Disney loves its weathervanes, so in the spirit of the city of New Orleans (where people can pretty much see metalwork of Darryl Reeves no matter where they go), Disney hired this 3rd generation master blacksmith and Vietnam Veteran to create something very special for Tiana's Bayou Adventure. The new unique addition to the ride went up recently and marks another phase of progress towards opening day later this year. With over 50 years of service to his craft and New Orleans, it's nice to see that Disney asked Darryl to create the weathervane for Tiana's Bayou Adventure. A nice authentic addition.--Thank You for Listening to the Disney Travel PodcastThank you very much for listening to this episode, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed it. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes (or on whichever app you choose to listen). A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. We look forward to continue producing new episodes each week.Sharing the podcast with your friends and on social media is also extremely helpful and very much appreciated.Contact 1923 Main StreetThank you for listening to the Disney Travel News Podcast at 1923MainStreet.com. As always, we love to get feedback and questions from our listeners and to hear your suggestions and ideas for future episodes.Shop unique and original Disney-inspired t-shirts, sweatshirt, hoodies, yoga leggings, dresses, swimwear and more at the Emporium at 1923 Main StreetPlease be sure to follow along on X, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.Thank you for listening and have a magical day!Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic--Media provided by Jamendo
In Iceland, the night of December 24 is traditionally spent curled up with a book. Why? Because you're very likely to have been gifted one, given the huge array of literary offerings that get published in Iceland in the run-up for Christmas. In this festive last episode of the year, we're speaking to the writer Hildur Knútsdóttir about the Christmas Book Flood and why Iceland is such a nation of bookworms. We're also talking about Christmas tree diplomacy, a new twist on an old tradition, and an Italian tyre-slashing mystery. You can find Hildur here on Instagram and here on Twitter. You can find details of her new book, 'The Night Guest', here on her website. This week's Inspiration Station offerings: 'Small Things Like These' by Claire Keegan, 'My Father's House' by Joseph O'Connor, and 'La Ride' by Simon Boileau and Florent Pierre. Hildur's recommendations are 'Shadows of the Short Days' and 'The Shadows of a Midnight Sun' by Alexander Dan Vilhjálmsson. Thanks so much to everyone who's supported us this year. If you enjoy our podcast and would like to help us keep making it in 2024, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. Producer: Katy Lee Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Bluesky | Twitter | hello@europeanspodcast.com
In Spain, an unlikely left-leaning coalition has managed to block the right from taking power; in the Netherlands, the far-right has come out on top. This week we're talking about two very different political situations with the help of Politico reporter Aitor Hernández-Morales and producer Katz Laszlo in Amsterdam. You can follow Aitor on Twitter here and read his reporting here. Our episode about life as an undocumented person in the Netherlands, ‘Mohamed', is here. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy our podcast and would like to help us keep making it, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. This week's Inspiration Station offerings: ‘Anatomy of a Fall', ‘Ordinary People', and ‘Treasure Islands' by Nicholas Shaxson. Producers: Katz Laszlo and Katy Lee Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Bluesky | Twitter | hello@europeanspodcast.com
Despite the sensationalist reporting by several overly dramatic Disney YouTubers claiming that Disney Jollywood Nights was dead (after only one party), the truth is that Disney has turned things around and it's looking good. This story plus a sneak peak at the upcoming EPCOT Festival of the Arts 2024.New Details Revealed for EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2024The 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts runs from January 12 through February 19 and highlights the visual, culinary and performing arts in Disney style. Here's what you can see and do if you plan to be at Walt Disney World for the event.Performing Arts: Disney on BroadwayBroadway stars are coming to Walt Disney World as the DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series is back with three daily shows throughout the festival. The full lineup of Disney Broadway stars: Caissie Levy and Patti Murin (“Frozen”): Jan. 12, 14, 15, 18, 20, 22, 23 Heidi Blickenstaff (“Freaky Friday” and “The Little Mermaid”) and Gavin Lee (“Mary Poppins” and “Beauty and the Beast”): Jan. 13, 16, 17, 19, 21, 24 Ashley Brown (“Mary Poppins” and “Beauty and the Beast”) and L. Steven Taylor (“The Lion King”): Jan. 26, 28 and 29; Feb. 1, 3, 5 and 6 Kissy Simmons (“The Lion King”) and Josh Strickland (“Tarzan”): Jan. 27, 30, 31; Feb. 2, 4, 7 and 8 Mandy Gonzalez (“Aida”) and Michael James Scott (“Aladdin” and “Tarzan”): Feb. 9, 11, 12, 15, 18, 19 Bradley Gibson (“Hercules” and “The Lion King”) and Shoba Narayan (“Aladdin”): Feb. 10, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19 * Showcase Plaza is also home to live performances daily, featuring musicians, painters and acrobats.DISNEY ON BROADWAY Dining Packages Go on Sale December 19If you want priority seating, dining packages are available at eight EPCOT restaurants: Akershus Royal Banquet Hall Biergarten Restaurant Coral Reef Restaurant Garden Grill Restaurant Rose & Crown Dining Room Le Cellier Spice Road Table Regal Eagle Smokehouse (same-day, in-person walk-up packages only) Are You a Foodie? Here's What's Happening for the Culinary Arts?More than 15 Food Studios throughout EPCOT feature tasty food and drink concoctions. For example, the Rainbow Cake with freeze-dried SKITTLES is back at Figment's Inspiration Station at the Odyssey and the Red Wine-braised Beef Short Rib with parsnip puree, broccolini, baby tomatoes and balsamic glaze at Pastoral Palate is available as a savory choice. The Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine highlights sweet and savory offerings in all the colors of the rainbow. The EPCOT Festival of the Arts Passport shows exactly where to find everything. Once you collect five stamps, bring the passport to Deco Delights Food Studio to get a free surprise.Interactive Experiences at the FestivalAnimation Academy has a learn to draw a Disney character classes daily at 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. in America Gardens Theatre. You can leave your mark on a large paint-by-numbers mural at Expression Section.Kid's Chalk Art takes place on the bridge to World Showcase Plaza daily from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. allowing your ones to create chalk masterpieces (while you get a little break). Plus, there are plenty of photo opps all around the festival area.Visual Arts and Festival MerchandiseIf you're into art, then visiting galleries and meeting the artists who bring creations to life may be right for you. New and returning favorite artists will be part of this year's lineup, so visit ArtfulEPCOT.com for the latest news.If you're a Figment fan, you'll be happy to know that Figment is back as the ambassador and takes center stage on festival merch ranging from household items and décor to clothing and more.Figment's Brush with the Master's Scavenger Hunt is back. With this fun journey through World Showcase you'll help Figment learn all about art. Buy a map and stickers at Creations Shop, Port of Entry, or World Traveler. Then search for Figment hiding inside art inspired by famous works at each World Showcase pavilion (hint: just look for the Figment-themed picture frames).Every time you find Figment, add the corresponding sticker to your map. Once you've completed the journey, return the map to Disney Traders or World Traveler for a special artful keepsake. --Thank You for Listening to the Disney Travel PodcastThank you very much for listening to this episode, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed it. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes (or on whichever app you choose to listen). A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. We look forward to continue producing new episodes each week.Sharing the podcast with your friends and on social media is also extremely helpful and very much appreciated.Contact 1923 Main StreetThank you for listening to the Disney Travel News Podcast at 1923MainStreet.com. As always, we love to get feedback and questions from our listeners and to hear your suggestions and ideas for future episodes.Shop unique and original Disney-inspired t-shirts, sweatshirt, hoodies, yoga leggings, dresses, swimwear and more at the Emporium at 1923 Main StreetPlease be sure to follow along on X, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.Thank you for listening and have a magical day!Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic--Media provided by Jamendo
Ukraine has seen an exodus of foreign journalists in the wake of the terrible conflict in the Middle East. But coverage of the war on this continent remains more crucial than ever. This week we talk to the writer Sasha Dovzhyk about what is happening in Ukraine right now, as well as Ukrainians' complicated feelings around the struggle for international attention. We're also talking about the corruption scandal rocking Portugal's government, and Greta Thunberg's fraught appearance at Amsterdam's huge climate protest. Sasha is the editor of the London Ukrainian Review. You can read her piece in the New York Times here and subscribe to her newsletter, Ukrainian Killjoy Dispatch, here. The NRC piece on the climate movement's soul-searching over Palestine can be found here (in Dutch). And Aitor Hernández Morales' excellent tweeting on the dramatic events in Portuguese politics can be found here. Thanks for listening. If you enjoy our podcast and would like to help us keep making it, we'd love it if you'd consider chipping in a few bucks a month at patreon.com/europeanspodcast (many currencies are available). You can also help new listeners find the show by leaving us a review or giving us five stars on Spotify. This week's Inspiration Station offerings: The Deepest Breath' on Netflix and the Spotify playlist of 'Le Guess Who?' festival in Utrecht (Katz' top pick: Swedish Ethiopian band BITOI, combining vocals and bass heavily inspired by birdsong). Producers: Katz Laszlo and Katy Lee Mixing and mastering: Wojciech Oleksiak Music: Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Instagram | Bluesky | Twitter | hello@europeanspodcast.com
The Youth Perspective “Where we seek to positively display the Youth of our Nation” Host: Keshagen Adderley #Theyouthperspective SEASON 9 EPISODES FATHERS DAY CELEBRATION WITH BJORN BURROWS On this episode of the Youth Perspective we sit down with Pastor Bjorn Burrows. It's that time again, Father's Day. This year we focus on celebrating our men, our boys and Fathers. It was a great show where we dove into what it takes to be a man in today's age. What it takes to be loving and caring Father and leader in your home. Happy Father's day to all! You don't want to miss this one, it's going to be an incredible discussion! Like and share with those who can benefit, make sure they join in. Thank you as you continue to listen in to The Youth Perspective. #TheYOUTHPerspective #RadioShow #HappyFathersDay Listen on Saturdays @ 7:30pm: 1540AM/104.5FM "THE NATIONAL VOICE" Listen on Saturdays @ 8:00pm: 107.9FM "THE INSPIRATION STATION" SUBSCRIBE ON: SPOTIFY, APPLE & ANDROID PODCASTS REPLAY: https://anchor.fm/keshagenadderleypodcast Want to learn step by step how to create a podcast, click below: Your First Podcast: https://gum.co/SUOVR Check out my new Inspiration Guide: 30 Days of Inspiration: Strength for Everyday Life: https://gum.co/rTwTfN SUPPORT: https://www.paypal.me/keshagenjadderley FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keshagenjadderley Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keshagenjadderley/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keshagenjadderley/ Email: kjadderley@gmail.com Thanks for listening and do share on social platforms! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/keshagenadderleypodcast/message
The Youth Perspective “Where we seek to positively display the Youth of our Nation” Host: Keshagen Adderley #Theyouthperspective SEASON 7 EPISODES A CELEBRATION OF WOMEN On this episode of the Youth Perspective we sit down with Mrs. Coralie Adderley, Chair - National Women's Advisory Council (Bahamas), Director on Board of International Black Women's Public Policy Institute (Atlanta, Georgia); President, New P31 Ladies (Bahamas); President/CEO - Creative Leadership & Management Solutions We celebrate women, mothers, and mother figures during this special time of the year. We have a great conversation and honor the women and girls in our community and country. You don't want to miss this one, it's going to be an incredible discussion! Like and share with those who can benefit, make sure they join in. Thank you as you continue to listen in to The Youth Perspective. #TheYOUTHPerspective #RadioShow Listen on Saturdays @ 7:30pm: 1540AM/104.5FM "THE NATIONAL VOICE" Listen on Saturdays @ 8:00pm: 107.9FM "THE INSPIRATION STATION" SUBSCRIBE ON: SPOTIFY, APPLE & ANDROID PODCASTS REPLAY: https://anchor.fm/keshagenadderleypodcast Want to learn step by step how to create a podcast, click below: Your First Podcast: https://gum.co/SUOVR Check out my new Inspiration Guide: 30 Days of Inspiration: Strength for Everyday Life: https://gum.co/rTwTfN SUPPORT: https://www.paypal.me/keshagenjadderley FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keshagenjadderley Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keshagenjadderley/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keshagenjadderley/ Email: kjadderley@gmail.com Thanks for listening and do share on social platforms! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/keshagenadderleypodcast/message
This week Greg & Chip discuss the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Special Presented by AT&T. New foods & drinks options, merchandise, artists, and even the Figment's Inspiration Station at the Odyssey Building. “Don't forget to book your next magical vacation with our preferred travel partner, Sara Solberg! Email her at sarasolberg@d2travel.com for more info”
Disney's Updated Offer of Free Dining is a Twist on the Old Way, but there's a CatchYou can now get up to a $750 Disney Dining Promo Card when you book a non-discounted 5-night, 4-day vacation package that includes a room at a select Disney Deluxe Resort or Disney Deluxe Villa Resort and theme park ticket(s).The offer is valid for arrivals most nights July 1 to July 10, 2023 and August 1 to September 14, 2023. A lower-value Disney Dining Promo Card may also be available when you purchase this package during other select summer arrival dates.After checking in you'll get an email with the amount credited to you via Disney Gift Card. Only good at participating food and beverage locations. You then present the barcode when you're paying and it will be deducted from the credit. You can see remaining balance as well.It's not a blanket $750 dining card. These are the values for July 1 - 10 and August 1 - September 14, 2023: Up to $150 per night at Deluxe Villas and Resorts Up to $100 per night on select Moderate Resorts Up to $50 per night on select Value Resorts From June 25 - 30 and July 11 - 31 the values are as follows: Up to $125 per night at Deluxe Villas and Resorts Up to $75 per night on select Moderate Resorts Up to $35 per night on select Value Resorts --Disney Eats Foodie Guide to the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the ArtsThe EPCOT International Festival of the Arts runs from January 13 to February 20, 2023 and celebrates the creation and beauty of cuisines, music, and art.Pop Eats (Near Port of Entry)Food Items: Tomato Soup with grilled cheese Tomato Soup with pimento cheese, bacon, and fried green tomato grilled cheese (New) TOP PICK Almond Frangipane Cake layered with raspberry jam and Belgian chocolate (Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine Item) Beverages: Brooklyn Brewery Pulp Art Hazy IPA Bleu Spectrum: Blanc de Bleu Cuveé Mousseux with boba pearls The Deconstructed Dish (Near Port of Entry)Food Items: Deconstructed BLT: Pork belly, soft-poached egg, onion bread pudding, watercress espuma, and tomato jam Deconstructed French Onion Soup: Beef broth ravioli, gruyère cream, onion bread pudding, and onion textures Deconstructed Key Lime Pie: Flexible Key lime curd, “Key lime” mousse, graham cracker cake, and meringues (Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine Item) Beverages: Deconstructed Apple Pie à la Mode: Apple-cinnamon gelato, cinnamon apple cider, apple pie filling, and streusel (Non-alcoholic) Wicked Weed Brewing Blank Canvas Belgian Blonde Witbier Deco Delights (Near Port of Entry) Food Items: Dulce Chocolate Mousse with chocolate crémeux and dark chocolate truffle Decadent Valrhona Chocolate with dark chocolate mousse, chocolate brownie, and cassis mousse Orange Mousse with Lemon Cake and Raspberry Meringues (Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine Item) Beverages: 3 Daughters Brewing Strawberry Blonde Nitro 81Bay Brewing Co. Vanilla Porter Playalinda Brewing Co. Milk Stout Espresso Martini featuring Boyd & Blair Potato Vodka (New) Neapolitan Beer Flight The Craftsman's Courtyard (Near Creations Shop)Food Items: Beef Wellington: Mushroom duxelles, prosciutto, and puff pastry with red wine demi-glace and baby vegetables Cast Iron-roasted P.E.I. Mussels with sautéed tomatoes, garlic, and fresh herbs Beverages: BrewDog Jet Black Heart Nitro Oatmeal Stout (New) Cold Fashion Coffee Cocktail Refreshment OutpostFood Items: Plant-based Bratwurst with spicy turmeric aïoli, coffee barbecue jackfruit, and slaw (Plant-based item) Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie Soft-serve Waffle Cone: DOLE Whip, salted-caramel soft-serve, or swirl Beverages: Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co. Berries & Cream Sour Berliner (New) TOP PICK Left Hand Brewing Co. Wook Bait IPA (New) Central 28 Beer Company Wall Art Brown Ale Pastoral Palate (Germany) Food Items: Red Wine-braised Beef Short Rib with parsnip purée, broccolini, baby tomatoes, and aged balsamic Wild Boar Cassoulet with duck confit, ham hock, and wild boar sausage Black Forest Cake: Chocolate Mousse with morello cherries and Chantilly cream (New) Beverages: 3 Daughters Brewing Rosé Hard Cider 81Bay Brewing Co. Rosé Blonde Ale Frozen Rosé A Play on Rosé Flight Marietta Old Vine Rosé The Artist's Table (The American Adventure) Food Items: Three-Meat Meatloaf with “Peas and Carrots”: Green pea pudding, carrot ketchup, shaved carrot salad, and snap peas (New) TOP PICK Duck and Dumplings: Smoked duck breast, ricotta dumplings, petite vegetables, and duck jus (New) Hummingbird Cake: Banana cake with pineapple, coconut, pecans, and cream cheese frosting with banana sorbet (New) Beverages: Sipping Chocolate Flight: White, milk, and dark chocolates (Non-alcoholic) Boulevard Brewing Co. Tank 7 Farmhouse Ale (New) Parish Brewing Co. South Coast Session Amber Ale (New) Brewery Ommegang Three Philosophers Belgian Quad (New) Lange Estate Winery Pinot Noir Symphony in Chocolate Flight: Mozart Chocolate Liqueurs paired with sipping chocolates Beer Flight Tangierine Café: Flavors of the Medina (Morocco)Food Items: Carrots Three Ways: Chermoula-spiced grilled carrots, pickled carrots, and carrot ginger purée (Plant-based item) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) House-made Crispy Almond Phyllo Pockets with white chocolate pomegranate and milk chocolate orange Beverages: Chai Tea Mint Sparkler featuring Twinings Chai Tea with Sprite (Non-alcoholic) Stem Ciders Flockstar Hard Cider Blake's Hard Cider Co. Mule de Pomme: Pomegranate, ginger, and lime hard cider 3 Daughters Brewing Chai Hard Cider Chai Tea Mint Mimosa featuring Twinings Chai Tea with Key lime sparkling wine and mint Cider Flight Vibrante & Vívido: Encanto Cocina (Between Morocco & France) Food Items: Chorizo and Potato Empanada with turmeric aïoli and annatto aïoli (Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine Item) Spicy Ajiaco Soup with guajillo and árbol chili-spiced chicken, potato, avocado, corn, and crème fraîche (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) Passion Fruit Mousse with dragon fruit jam (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) Beverages: Coconut and Passion Fruit Smoothie (Non-alcoholic) Frozen Piña Colada Passion Fruit Daiquiri Refreshment Port (Near Canada)Food Items: Gnocchi Poutine with red wine-braised beef, cheese curds, basil, and burrata Artist Palette Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie Soft-serve Waffle Cone: DOLE Whip Strawberry, DOLE Whip Lemon, or swirl Beverages: Blood Orange Cosmo: Boyd & Blair Potato Vodka with blood orange, cranberry, and lime Boulevard Brewing Co. Quirk Blueberry Lemon & Lavender Hard Seltzer (New) Gourmet Landscapes (Canada) Food Items: Blood Orange-braised Beet Tartare with mustard vinaigrette, pickled clamshell mushrooms, and golden beets (Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine Item) (Plant-based Item) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) Roasted Bone Marrow with onion marmalade, pickled mushrooms, and petite lettuce Wild Mushroom Risotto with aged Parmesan, truffle shavings, and zinfandel reduction Beverages: Whole Hog Brewery Raspberry Chéret Double Radler Schlumberger Cuvée Klimt Brut The Meeker Vineyard Winemaker's Handprint Merlot Frozen Rusty Nail Cocktail Moderne (Near Test Track) Food Items: Compressed Watermelon Tataki with pickled watermelon rind, yuzu pearls, watermelon foam, and wasabi (New) TOP PICK (Plant-based Item) Angry Crab: Whole crispy soft-shell crab with green papaya salad, mango-sriracha fluid gel, and coconut-lime foam with pomegranate and mango crush pearls (New) Pan-seared Scallops with vanilla-butternut squash purée, brown butter cauliflower purée, and lime foam (Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine Item) The Tropics: Lilikoi mousse, guava cake, coconut crémeux, compressed pineapple, and mango gel (New) Beverages: Watermelon Mary featuring Boyd & Blair Potato Vodka (New) Lohr Riesling (New) Figment's Inspiration Station at the Odyssey: Art, Food, and Little Sparks of Magic Food Items: Fruit Pizza: Watermelon, compressed cantaloupe, berries, and berry balsamic (New) (Plant-based Item) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) Pop't Art: Sugar Cookie with blueberry filling (Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine Item) Rainbow Cake with freeze-dried SKITTLES bite sized candies Figment Premium Popcorn Bucket with rainbow popcorn (Limit 2 per person) Beverages: Grape Smoothie with freeze-dried SKITTLES bite sized candies (Non-alcoholic) (New) TOP PICK 3 Daughters Brewing Black Cherry Hard Cider (New) TOP PICK 3 Daughters Brewing Blood Orange Hard Cider (New) 3 Daughters Brewing Passion Fruit Hard Cider (New) Rainbow Cider Flight (New) 81Bay Brewing Co. Green with Envy Blonde Ale (New) 81Bay Brewing Co. Blue Butterfly Lager (New) Urban Artifact The Gadget Raspberry & Blackberry Midwest Fruit Tart (New) Rainbow Beer Flight (New) Connections Café Food Item: Figment Liege Waffle (New) TOP PICK Connections EateryBeverage: Dusk ‘Til Dawn: Three Olives Blueberry Vodka, lemonade, and orange juice with cotton candyL'Art de la Cuisine Française (France)Food Items: Crème de Brie en Petit Pain: Warm creamy brie in a house-made bread bowl Croissant à la Truffle Noir d'Hiver: Black winter truffle croissant Mille-Feuille de Betteraves aux Herbes et Noix de Cajoux: Plant-based napoleon with beets, cashew-herb filling, pepper-pine nut sauce, and balsamic vinegar caviar (New) (Plant-based Item) Moelleux aux Noisettes et Chocolats Valrhona: Molten chocolate and hazelnut cake with pure origin Valrhona chocolates and passion fruit-mango sauce Beverages: Frozen French Martini: Grey Goose Vodka, vodka, chambord liqueur, pineapple, orange, and grape juices with lemon-lime foam Charles Lafitte, Brut Rosé Prestige, Méthode Traditionnelle Champenoise, French Rosé Sparkling Wine Domaine Raphaël Sallet, Mâcon-Uchizy Les Maranches 2020, Chardonnay, Mâconnais, Burgundy (New) Cîroc Sunset Citrus Vodka Spritz (New) El Artista Hambriento (Mexico)Food Items: Carne Asada: Chipotle-marinated beef sirloin, sweet potato purée, and crispy-fried onions (New) Huarache de Champiñones: Guajillo chile and corn masa huarache with pinto beans, oyster mushrooms, Nopales, queso fresco, and pea tendrils (New) Flan de Coco: Coconut flan, guava sauce, and whipped cream (New) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) Beverages: Mexican Craft Beer: Cielito Lindo Artisanal Mexican Craft Beer Bombon Margarita “Marshmallow”: Ilegal Mezcal Reposado, marshmallow cordial, lime juice, agave nectar and a hint of coffee and elderflower served with a toasted marshmallow (New) TOP PICK Las Californias: Tromba Blanco Tequila, strawberry-lime purée, and Las Californias Citrus Mexican Gin (New) Goshiki (Japan)Food Items: Rainbow Katsu Sando: Pork cutlet sandwich with tangy tonkatsu sauce and cabbage in rainbow sweet bread (New) Sushi Donut: Donut-shaped sushi featuring salmon, tuna, shrimp, cucumber, and sesame seed over a decorated plate of wasabi aïoli, sriracha aïoli, and eel sauce Ichigo Daifuku: Mixed berry mochi, sweet azuki bean paste, and mascarpone (New) Beverages: Sui Sui Watercolor Lager (New) Masu Sake in a traditional personalized wooden cup Purple Yuzu Sake Lemonade: Sake cocktail infused with butterfly pea flower and yuzu lemonade (New) The Painted Panda (China)Food Items: General Tso's Chicken Shumai Char Siu Pork Bun Beverages: “Panda” Bubble Milk Tea with black tea, milk, chocolate, and tapioca boba pearls (Non-alcoholic) Lucky Foo Pale Ale Silk Road Hard Lemonade with Smirnoff Vodka, lavender-coconut syrup, and lemonade (New) Sea Butterfly: Butterfly Pea Flower-infused cocktail with Smirnoff Vodka, light rum, lychee syrup, and magic boba pearls L'Arte di Mangiare (Italy)Food Items: Mozzarella Fritta: Flash-fried breaded fresh mozzarella with artist palette condiments (New) TOP PICK Ravioli ai Funghi, Perle Tartufate: Wild mushroom-stuffed pasta with truffle butter and truffle pearls (New) Budino al Cioccolato: Chocolate pudding with colorful chocolate décor (New) Beverages: Peroni Pilsner Chianti Prosecco Italian Sangria Red or White Italian Margarita with tequila and limoncello Amaretto Bellini: DISARONNO Originale Liqueur, white peach purée, and prosecco Funnel CakeMocha Funnel Cake: Mini Funnel Cake with cappuccino ice cream topped with chocolate whipped cream and M&M'S chocolate candies (New) Joffrey's Coffee & Tea CompanyWorld Discovery (Near Mission: SPACE) – Amber Frost: An artistic blend of frozen lemon ice, a splash of Minute Maid Premium Lemonade, blood orange, and orange popping boba pearls (New) (Alcoholic version available with Grey Goose Vodka)Near Canada – Magenta Frost: An artistic blend of frozen lemon ice, a splash of Minute Maid Premium Lemonade, dragon fruit, and dragon fruit popping boba pearls (New) (Alcoholic version available with Grey Goose Vodka) Showcase Plaza (Near Disney Traders) – Jade Frost: An artistic blend of frozen lemon ice, a splash of Minute Maid Premium Lemonade, green apple, and green apple popping boba pearls (New) (Alcoholic version available with Grey Goose Vodka)The American Adventure – Cerulean Frost: An artistic blend of frozen lemon ice, a splash of Minute Maid Premium Lemonade, blue raspberry, and blueberry popping boba pearls 6.39 (New) TOP PICK (Alcoholic version available with Grey Goose Vodka) --Thank You for Listening to the Disney Travel PodcastThank you very much for listening to this episode, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed it. 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It's our last episode for 2022 and now that the festive season is here, we're chatting about gift ideas for language lovers (whether the language lover in question is you or someone else)! From books and games to things that you may be able to gift to a language-loving friends or family members who live further away, we hope this episode helps provide you with some ideas and thought-starters for useful, fun and inspiring presents, no matter how you celebrate at this time of year! This episode is sponsored by Clozemaster - an app which aims to help bridge the gap from advanced beginner to native level content and help you to rapidly expand your vocabulary in another language. It's free to sign up and get started! The paid version, Clozemaster Pro, gives you more advanced features such as unlimited sentences, more stats and customised review - use the code LANGUAGELOVERS to receive 10% off your Clozemaster Pro subscription. Do you have a great gift idea for a language lover in your life? Share it with us in the Language Lovers AU Community on Facebook or let us know here. Episode Links Clozemaster - Download from the App Store | Google Play (use the code LANGUAGELOVERS to receive 10% off Clozemaster Pro!) Language Chats Ep #058 - Unwrapped! Christmas Gift Ideas for Language Lovers Film / Screenplay books (e.g. Das Leben der anderen - Filmbuch or Werk ohne Autor - Filmbuch in German) Ciao Bella! Six Take Italy by Kate Langbroek Coffee Break Languages books - available in French, Italian, German & Spanish Ep #020 - Bite-sized language podcasts for busy people: A chat with Mark from Coffee Break Languages The Fabulous Lost and Found series by written by Mark Pallis, illustrated by Peter Baynton Before The Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi Palace Cinemas Movie Club / Palace Cinemas Gift Card So Frenchy So Chic 2023 - Melbourne | 15 Jan 2023, Sydney | 21 Jan 2023 Polyglot Station / Language TV Club Classic board games available in other languages (e.g. Monopoly classique in French) Language Learning Planner - The Intrepid Guide Language learning app subscriptions (e.g. Clozemaster - remember to use the code LANGUAGELOVERS to receive 10% off Clozemaster Pro!) Online lesson credits (e.g. Italki) Language Lovers AU Community on Facebook | Instagram: @languagelovers.au | Website: www.languagelovers.com.au
Blizzard Beach Water Park Reopens November 13 at Walt Disney World (But you Might Not Like Some of the New Additions)Just in time for Winter, Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park is set to reopen for the holiday season. Following a lengthy refurbishment, Blizzard Beach has a few surprises in store -- most notably that is has been rethemed with elements from Frozen. Is this a good thing or a bad thing? Here's what's in store in the new Blizzard Beach.Frozen friends at Tike's PeakTike's Peak is the kids' area and it now features Frozen fun for the little ones. Mini slides and attractions, an Anna and Elsa igloo castle, a wading pool area with Olaf and friends, there's Frozen fun for every kid.Blizzard Beach for the Holiday SeasonFeel the holidays there are limited-time food and beverage offerings such as Orange Bird DOLE Whip cone and Peppermint Milkshake. Through December 31, there will be a merry atmosphere with daily snowfall, holiday music, festive inner tubes and even a tropical-dressed Santa.Take the Plunge Down Summit PlummetDid you know that Summit Plummet is the fastest attraction and scariest ride at Walt Disney World? Descend Mount Gushmore in a near-vertical drop on the tallest and fastest freefall body slide in town.New and Old Favorite Food and Drink CreationsNew food at Blizzard Beach includes Cajun Shrimp and Grits, and Watta-Melon Passion Lemonade from Lottawatta Lounge. Returning favorite flavors include seasonal DOLE Whip offerings, a Double Bacon Cheeseburger and the iconic 50th Ice Dream Sand Pail Sundae.Polar Patios are the Way to Go for Upscale Blizzard BeachYou can rent a private patio at Blizzard Beach complete with polar perks like comfortable seating options and refillable drink mugs for a relaxing break from the action.Toboggan Runners, the Race is OnGet in the holiday spirit and zoom down a water slide toboggan style. The course is full of dips, hills and fierce competition as you race against friends and family to see who will win.Family Fun at Teamboat SpringsTeamboat Springs is one of the longest whitewater raft adventures in the world. There are twists and turns, unpredictable rapids and drenching sprays of water as these oversized inner-tube rafts venture down the waterslide.The Ski-riffic Way to the Top of Mount GushmoreTake in the view of the snowy setting and embark on a leisurely journey to the top of Mount Gushmore on the Blizzard Beach chairlift. The chairlift goes to Summit Plummet, Slush Gusher and Teamboat Springs.Runoff RapidsSpeed down Mount Gushmore on three unique slides with twists and turns along the way, ending in a huge splashdown at the bottom. --Colorful Bursts of Flavor and Fun Coming to EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Jan. 13 - Feb. 20, 2023The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts returns January 13, 2023 and runs through February 20, 2023. The festival is a global celebration of visual, culinary and performing arts.16 Food Studios will serve up art-inspired menus appealing to a variety of palates. The creations are not just delicious, but true works of art.And this just in: The EPCOT Festival culinary team is putting finishing touches on two new Food Studios. Moderne, located near Test Track, will feature new avant-garde menu items. The other new Food Studio, Figment's Inspiration Station at the Odyssey: Art, Food, and Little Sparks of Magic, promises to deliver treats and beverages bursting with vibrant colors and flavors. During the festival, more than 100 Disney and visiting artists will showcase their art. You can also learn to draw a Disney character at Animation Academy, and leave yourcreative mark at Expression Section: A Paint by Number Mural. Or help Figment learn about art on a scavenger hunt around World Showcase.Each evening, the DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series will feature talented entertainers performing Disney songs live at America Gardens Theatre. Full list of entertainers coming soon.-- Walt Disney World Thanksgiving Foodie Guide 2022Walt Disney World Resort Resorts Available at Multiple Resorts Falling for Plant-based: Cupcake with chocolate buttercream and autumn quins (Plant-based) (Gluten/ Wheat-friendly) (New) (Available November 1 - 27; mobile order available): Intermission Food Court at Disney's All-Star Movies Resort World Premiere Food Court at Disney's All-Star Music Resort End Zone Food Court at Disney's All-Star Sports Resort Landscape of Flavors at Disney's Art of Animation Resort Centertown Market and Spyglass Grill at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney's Pop Century Resort Riverside Mill and Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney's Port Orleans Resort – Riverside and French Quarter Thanksgiving Dinner: Roast turkey, cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes with turkey gravy, vegetables, and cranberry relish (Available November 24 only; mobile order available): Intermission Food Court at Disney's All-Star Movies Resort World Premiere Food Court at Disney's All-Star Music Resort End Zone Food Court at Disney's All-Star Sports Resort Landscape of Flavors at Disney's Art of Animation Resort Centertown Market at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort Contempo Café at Disney's Contemporary Resort Cook's at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney's Pop Century Resort Riverside Mill and Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney's Port Orleans Resort – Riverside and French Quarter The Artist's Palette at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa Roaring Fork at Disney's Wilderness Lodge Pumpkin Tart: Classic pumpkin tart with whipped cream (Available November 24 only; mobile order available): Intermission Food Court at Disney's All-Star Movies Resort World Premiere Food Court at Disney's All-Star Music Resort End Zone Food Court at Disney's All-Star Sports Resort Landscape of Flavors at Disney's Art of Animation Resort Centertown Market at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney's Pop Century Resort Riverside Mill and Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney's Port Orleans Resort – Riverside and French Quarter Disney's All-Star Movies Resort, Disney's All-Star Music Resort, and Disney's All-Star Sports Resort Intermission Food Court, World Premiere Food Court, and End Zone Food Court (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) Gobble Wobble Bundt Cake: Cinnamon apple Bundt cake with caramel buttercream and buttercream turkey topper (New) Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge Boma – Flavors of Africa (Available Nov.24 only) Thanksgiving Enhancements: Traditional buffet offerings with an African twist including carved turkey, turkey gravy, doro wat, cornbread stuffing, cranberry chutney, and candied fufuJiko – The Cooking Place (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Day Feast: Turkey breast ballotine stuffed with braised leg, doro wat, haricot verts, butternut gnopi, yukon gold mashed potatoes, mealie stuffing, cranberry chutney, and turkey gravy (New) Sanaa (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Day Dinner: Spiced turkey, turkey confit, roasted squash, mashed potatoes, roasted brussels sprouts, green beans with apricot butter, traditional stuffing, ginger-cardamom cranberries, and turkey gravyThe Mara (Mobile order available) Turkey Dinner: Carved turkey, turkey gravy, cornbread stuffing, cranberry chutney, and green beans (Kid's version available) (Available Nov. 24 only) The Mara's Pumpkin Patch: Pumpkin mousse with cranberry gelée (New) (Available Nov. 1 through 27) Disney's Art of Animation Resort and Disney's Pop Century Resort Landscape of Flavors and Everything POP Shopping & Dining (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) Maple Pot de Crème: Maple-infused pot de crème, Chantilly cream, and sugared cookie leaves (New) Disney's Beach Club Resort Beaches and Cream Open-face Thanksgiving Sandwich: Slow-roasted turkey breast on top of cornbread stuffing on a focaccia bun covered in house made turkey gravy and crispy onions, garnished with green onions (Available Nov. 24 only) Pumpkin Pie Shake: Salted caramel shake with caramel drizzle, sprinkles, and a whole slice of pumpkin pie on top (New) (Available Nov. 1 through 27) > 1923 Main Street Top Pick Cape May Cafe (Available Nov. 24 only)Buffet Enhancements with all the traditional holiday meal favoritesBeach Club Market Place (Mobile order available) Pumpkin Trifle: Brown sugar cream cheese filling with a cinnamon cobbler topping, pumpkin maple filling, vanilla cake, whipped cream, and chocolate décor (New) (Available Nov. 1 through 27) Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Muffin: Pumpkin-flavored muffin with a rich cream cheese swirl (Available Nov. 1 through 27) Thanksgiving Sandwich: Slow-roasted turkey breast on top of cornbread stuffing on a focaccia bun covered in house made turkey gravy and crispy onions, garnished with green onions (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Family Meal: Perfect for family of 4! Includes turkey, gravy, stuffing, sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, veggies, salad, rolls, and pumpkin pie (Available on Nov. 24 for pre-order only) Disney's BoardWalkBoardWalk Deli (Available Nov. 1 through 27) (Mobile order available) Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin: Pumpkin muffin with cream cheese filling (New) Orange Cranberry Scone with orange glaze (New) Flying Fish (Available Nov. 24 only) Chef's Holiday Special: Slow-roasted turkey, herb gravy, and Yukon gold potatoes (New) Trattoria al Forno (Available Nov. 24 only) Sage and Thyme Oven-roasted Turkey: Corn and sausage stuffing, sour cream mashed potatoes, green beans and rainbow carrots with herb butter, cranberry citrus compote, and pan gravyDisney's Caribbean Beach ResortCentertown Market and Spyglass Grill (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) Caribbean Holiday Spiced Cake: A Caribbean-style spiced cake with orange curd and orange-scented buttercream (New) Disney's Contemporary ResortCalifornia Grill (Available Nov. 24 only) Rotisserie All Natural Joyce Farms Turkey: Braised leg and thigh, cornbread dumpling, butter-whipped potatoes, brown butter sautéed green beans, gravy, and cranberry relish (New) Chef Mickey's (Available Nov. 24 only) Traditional Thanksgiving family-style offerings including oven-roasted turkey and gravy, baby carrots with tarragon-dijon butter and brown sugar, haricot verts with stewed tomatoes and roasted garlic, garlic mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole brûlée, corn bread stuffing, and cranberry compoteContempo Cafe (Mobile order available) Pumpkin Cheesecake with pumpkin spice caramel, maple whipped cream, and fall leaf sprinkles (New) (Available November 1 through 27) > 1923 Main Street Top Pick Steakhouse 71 (Available Nov. 24 only) Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner including a feast of roasted turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and green beans (Dinner menu served from 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.) Disney's Coronado Springs ResortDahlia Lounge (Available Nov. 8 through Jan. 2)Spiced Manzana Mule: Ketel One Vodka, house-made apple cinnamon syrup, apple cider, and ginger beer (New) Three Bridges (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Feast: Carved turkey, magdelan dressing, mashed potatoes, brussel sprouts, cranberry relish, and gravy (New) Toledo Toledo Thanksgiving: Turkey roulade, olive oil whipped potatoes, honey glazed carrots, crispy brussels sprouts, cranberry relish, and gravy (New) (Available Nov. 24 only) Harvest Garden: Sweet Potato Panna Cotta with Chai Marshmallow and Orange Ginger Caramel (Plant-based) (New) (Available Nov. 20 through 27) Spiced Manzana Mule: Ketel One Vodka, house-made apple cinnamon syrup, apple cider, and ginger beer (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Jan. 2) Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & CampgroundP&J's Southern Takeout (Available Nov. 24 through 27) The Gobbler Sandwich: House-smoked turkey breast with cornbread stuffing, gravy, and orange-cranberry sauceDisney's Grand Floridian Resort & SpaCitricos (Available Nov. 24 only) Butternut Squash Bisque with guajillo spiced pepitas, chive oil, and coconut (New) Roulade of Turkey with corn cake “stuffing”, cranberry gastrique, and sweet potato A trio of Autumn-inspired house-made ice creams Gasparilla Island Grill (Mobile order available) Holiday Turkey Sandwich: Oven-roasted turkey with cornbread stuffing, cranberry sauce, and gravy on a freshly-baked ciabatta roll from the Grand Floridian Bakery (Available Nov. 24 - 27) Pumpkin Spice Roll: Pumpkin spice and honey sponge rolled with vanilla scented cream cheese icing and topped with powdered sugar (New) (Available Nov. 1 through 27) Grand Floridian Café (Available Nov. 24 only) Butternut Squash Bisque with Bourbon Maple Cream with Toasted Pumpkin Seeds Slow Roasted Turkey with Cornbread Dressing, Seasonal Vegetables, Buttery Mashed Potatoes, Candied Sweet Potato, Traditional Gravy, and Cranberry Relish Traditional Pumpkin Tart with Chantilly Cream Disney's Old Key West ResortGood's Food to Go (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) Mini Pumpkin: Pumpkin mousse, caramel, dulce crunch, and chocolate décor (New) Olivia's Cafe (Available Nov. 24 only) Traditional Thanksgiving Feast: Roasted turkey breast, with roasted garlic mashed potatoes, green beans, cornbread stuffing, cranberry sauce, and gravy A Taste of the Season: Pumpkin mousse, bourbon caramel, cinnamon panna cotta, milk chocolate sponge, and brown butter crumble (New) Disney's Polynesian Village ResortKona Cafe (Available Nov. 24 only) Chef's Holiday Special (New) Passionfruit Cheesecake: ginger graham crust, topped with passion fruit boba, guava sauce with fresh fruit, macadamia nut lace cookies, micro-orchids and micro mint (New) Disney's Port Orleans Resort – French QuarterScat Cat's Club – Cafe (Available through Nov. 27) Pumpkin Spice Beignets: Three pumpkin spiced dusted Mickey beignetsSassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) Praline Pecan Cake: topped with praline icing garnished with spiced candied pecans (New) Disney's Port Orleans Resort – RiversideRiverside Mill (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) Praline Pecan Cake: A pecan cake topped with praline icing garnished with spiced candied pecans (New) Boatwright's Dining Hall (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Feast: Herb-crusted turkey roulade with Andouille cornbread stuffing, sweet potato purée, crispy brussel sprouts with apples and spiced pecans, cranberry relish, and apple cranberry gastric (New) Flavors of Fall: Pumpkin cheesecake with a sour cream bourbon topping, spiced cherry coulis, meringue, pumpkin bread croutons, and salty chocolate décor (New) Disney's Riviera ResortLe Petit Café (Available through Nov. 27) Pumpkin Mousse: Pumpkin mousse with pumpkin cheesecake and hazelnut chocolate cheesecake center on top spiced apple walnut cake, dipped in caramel milk chocolate, and toasted walnut shell (New) Bar Riva and Primo Piatto (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Meal: Roasted turkey breast, stuffing, green beans, mashed potatoes with house-made gravy, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin cheesecakeTopolino's Terrace (Available through Nov. 27) Caramel Chocolate Mousse with Hazelnut Cheesecake: Apple walnut cake, chocolate sea salt crumble, and cherry foam (New) (Available through Nov. 27) Thanksgiving Feast: Heritage turkey breast, leg and thigh roulade, brioche trochon, sweet potato casserole, cranberries, and haricot verts (Available Nov. 24 only) Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & SpaThe Artist's Palette (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) Mini Pumpkin: Pumpkin mousse, caramel, dulce crunch, and chocolate décor (New) Fall Whoopie Pie: Pumpkin cake, cream cheese buttercream, and fall sprinkles (New) > 1923 Main Street Top Pick Backstretch Pool Bar (Available Nov. 1 through 30) Cherry Blossom Swirl: DOLE Whip cherry swirled with vanilla soft-serve (New) The Turf Club (Available Nov. 24 only) Holiday Turkey Dinner: Roasted turkey breast with confit dark meat, cornbread stuffing, crispy brussel sprouts and mashed potatoes with house-made gravy, cranberry sauce, and a parkerhouse roll (New) A Taste of the Season: Pumpkin mousse, bourbon caramel, cinnamon panna cotta, milk chocolate sponge, and brown butter crumble (New) Disney's Wilderness LodgeRoaring Fork (Available Nov. 20 through Dec. 29; mobile order available) Pumpkin Moose Cake: Chocolate-dipped spice cake with milk chocolate pumpkin mousse and dark chocolate antlers. > 1923 Main Street Top Pick Whispering Canyon Cafe (Available Nov. 24) Whispering Canyon's Holiday Menu: Prix fixed menu with cornbread, house salad, choice of three skillets including holiday cornbread stuffing, sautéed green beans, giblet gravy, cranberry relish, slow-smoked pulled pork, western-style sausages, maple-chipotle pork ribs, buttered corn, and smashed Yukon potatoes and a dessert trioDisney's Yacht Club ResortAle & Compass (Available Nov. 24) Chef's Holiday Special: Roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, cornbread stuffing, savory giblet gravy, haricot verts, shiitake mushrooms, and cranberry relish (New) All Encompassing Cheesecake: Pumpkin cheesecake with cranberry, cherry compote center, cranberry pearls, spiced whipped cream, gingersnap crumble, and white chocolate curl (New) Market at Ale & Compass (Mobile order available) Thanksgiving Sandwich: Slow-roasted turkey breast on top of cornbread stuffing on a focaccia bun covered in house made turkey gravy and crispy onions, garnished with green onions (Available November 24 only) Thanksgiving Family Meal: Perfect for family of 4! Includes turkey, gravy, stuffing, sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, veggies, salad, rolls, and pumpkin pie (Available on November 24 for pre-order only) Pumpkin Trifle: Brown sugar cream cheese filling with a cinnamon cobbler topping, pumpkin maple filling, whipped cream, and chocolate décor (New) (Available November 1 through 27) Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin: Pumpkin-flavored muffin with a rich cream cheese swirl (Available November 1 through 27) > 1923 Main Street Top Pick Yachtsman Steakhouse (Available Nov. 24 only) Chef's Holiday Special (New) Yachtsman's Harvest: Spiced cheesecake, dulce chocolate, and ginger apples with a cinnamon pecan crumble, apple panna cotta, and a bourbon caramel sauce (New) Available at Various Lounges Across Resort (Available Nov. 1 through 27) Pumpkin Spice Martini: Stoli Vanilla Vodka, Rumchata, Cream, and pumpkin spice with a graham cracker crumb rim (New) > 1923 Main Street Top Pick EPCOTAmerican Holiday Table (Available Nov. 25 through Dec. 30)Slow-roasted Turkey with BEN'S ORIGINAL™ Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, and Cranberry SauceBiergarten Restaurant (Available Nov. 24 only)Turkey with mashed potatoes and stuffingCoral Reef Restaurant (Available Nov. 24 through 26) Thanksgiving Plate Pumpkin Pie Tart with whipped cream and salted caramel mousse (New) The Garden Grill Restaurant (Available Nov. 24 only) Roasted Turkey with stuffing Apple Cake with caramelized apples and streusel (New) Le Cellier Steakhouse (Available Nov. 24 only)Turkey Plate (New) Refreshment Port (Available Nov. 25 through Dec. 30) Turkey Poutine: French Fries with Turkey Gravy, Cranberry Relish, and Crispy Onions Pumpkin Spice Ginger Cocktail (New) Sunshine Seasons (Available Nov. 24 only) Rotisserie-smoked Turkey with house made stuffing, mashed potatoes, sautéed green beans, turkey gravy, and cranberry sauce Caramel Crèmeux with Apple Compote (New) Disney's Hollywood StudiosThe Hollywood Brown Derby (Available Nov. 24 only) Carved Turkey Breast with cornbread, apple-sage stuffing, turkey thigh confit, mashed potato, fall harvest vegetables, cranberry compote, and turkey gravy (New) Hollywood & Vine (Available Nov. 24 only)Thanksgiving Add-ons to Buffet: Oven roasted turkey breast, turkey gravy, cornbread stuffing, and cranberry relish50's Prime Time Café (Available Nov. 24 only) Holiday Plate: Oven-roasted turkey breast, turkey gravy, cornbread stuffing, cranberry relish, green beans, and mashed potato (New) Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme ParkRestaurantosaurus (Available Nov. 24 only) Open-faced Turkey Sandwich: Grilled multigrain bread with roasted garlic mayonnaise, cornbread dressing, smoked turkey, herb gravy, and cranberry sauce served with a side of french friesSatu'li Canteen (Mobile order available) Thanksgiving Duo Bowl: Combination of grilled beef and turkey with gravy stuffing and red and sweet potato hash topped with crunchy vegetable slaw and boba pearls (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Turkey Bowl: Wood-grilled turkey breast with gravy stuffing and red and sweet potato hash topped with crunchy vegetable slaw and boba pearls (Available Nov. 24 only) (Kid's version available) Pumpkin Cream Cheese Mousse with chocolate cookie crumbles, pumpkin sauce, and boba pearls (Available Nov. 22 through 27) Tiffins (Available Nov. 24 only) Roasted Calabaza Soup: Roasted calabaza, ginger-pear chutney, pickled jalapeño, and chai-spiced and candied pistachios Turkey Roulade: Turkey breast, fine-herb whipped potato, maple-glazed carrots, sweet potato pave, wild mushrooms, green bean casserole, cornbread dressing, cranberry gel, and turkey gravy Apple Pie Cheesecake: Whipped caramel cheesecake, apple pie compote, white chocolate streusel, and cranberry sauce. > 1923 Main Street Top Pick Tusker House (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet Additions: Roasted turkey, stuffing, gravy, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin tart dessertsDisney SpringsCity Works Eatery & Pour House (Available Nov. 24 only) Herb Roasted Turkey: Hand-carved turkey, creamy mashed potatoes, traditional stuffing, roasted brussels sprouts with bacon lardons, corn casserole, and gravy (Kid's version available) Slow-roasted Prime Rib: Hand-carved prime rib, creamy mashed potatoes, grilled lemon-asparagus, horseradish cream, and au jus Chef Art Smith's Homecomin' (Available Nov. 25 only) Thanksgiving Leftover Sandwich: The ultimate leftover sandwich piling stuffing, cranberry sauce, and more on top of sliced roasted turkey breast.Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew (Available Nov. 11 through 30)Thanksgiving Donut: An over-the-top sweet potato casserole-pecan pie mash up with cinnamon-sugar dusted sweet potato fries, crunchy candied pecans, and sweet-salty bacon crown a plump glazed donut that is finished with a marshmallow cream drizzle.Planet Hollywood (Available Nov. 24 only)Thanksgiving Feast: Sliced, oven-roasted, all white meat turkey topped with gravy and served with homemade garlic mashed potatoes, southern-style cornbread stuffing, green bean blend, and cranberry sauce. Prime rib available for an additional charge.Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant (Available Nov. 24 only)Butter and herb roast turkey, roast garlic mashed potatoes, duck fat roasties, honey-glazed carrots, bacon braised brussels sprouts, sausage meat and walnut stuffing, and red wine jus with cranberry sauce.STK Steakhouse (Available Nov. 24 through 27) Roasted Free Range Turkey with cornbread and sage stuffing, shallot and thyme confit thighs, sauteed green beans with crispy shallots, maple baked sweet potato, and Yukon gold mashed potatoes with parmesan crust classic gravy and cranberry orange chutney. Spiced Pumpkin Pie Wine Bar George (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Dinner: Roasted turkey breast, mashed potatoes, stuffing, seasonal vegetables, and cranberry sauce (Kid's version available) Grilled Delmonico: Marble potatoes, brussels sprouts, and bone marrow glaze Disney's Vero Beach ResortWind and Waves Grill (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Buffet featuring both traditional holiday favorites and a beach island twistWind and Waves Market (Available Nov. 24 only) Gobbler Sandwich: Turkey dinner with all the fixings on a roll Pumpkin Pie: Classic pumpkin pie by the slice. > 1923 Main Street Top Pick --Thank You for Listening to the Disney Travel PodcastThank you very much for listening to this episode, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed it. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes (or on whichever app you choose to listen). A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. We look forward to continue producing new episodes each week.Sharing the podcast with your friends and on social media is also extremely helpful and very much appreciated.Shop 1923 Main StreetFeel free to visit our 1923 Main Street® Disney merchandise shop where we have hundreds of unique and original Disney-inspired t-shirts, leggings, clothing, mugs, phone cases and much more. You'll find everything from 1923 Main Street logo merchandise to custom created authentic Disney-inspired originals, including lots of great patterns for leggings and other items.Contact 1923 Main StreetThank you for listening to the Disney Travel News Podcast at 1923MainStreet.com. As always, we love to get feedback and questions from our listeners and to hear your suggestions and ideas for future episodes.Please be sure to follow along on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.Thank you for listening and have a magical day!Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic--Media provided by Jamendo
Happy Soxivus! We are following up our first year celebrating Soxivus in 2021 with a full two months of festivities in 2022. Last year, we picked managers who could dethrone Tony La Russa in running the White Sox. This week, our Feats of Strength take the form of programming a SoxFest, after the White Sox cancelled their official one for the third straight season. We're overjoyed to have Father Soxivus, Tommy Barbee — the man who hatched the Soxivus plan last year — with us on these podcasts. Joining Tommy to program our Fest are Jordan Hass, Allie Wesel, Melissa Sage-Bollenbach, Joe Resis and Malachi Hayes, with the festivities hosted by Brett Ballantini. Read our accompanying Feats of Strength story on programming Soxivus Fest that much of this podcast refers to, please. Reviewing the short-sighted decision to cancel SoxFest for the third straight year — did someone cheap out on putting down the non-refundable deposit on McCormick Place? We can get up in arms about losing SoxFest and chide Rick Hahn for being afraid to face the music, but it's the hundreds of young fans (and fans who cheer like children, there are many, no shame there) who really lose out On to our SoxivusFest, with Melissa explaining her Run Sox Run activity, which borrows from Herb Lawrence's ill-fated sprint challenge during the season. We think we would fare better Joe's Put Away Pitches event challenges fan managers to make the right call on 1-2. Anything better than in intentional walk comes away with a free SoxivusFest T-shirt. Tommy's Manager Draft cleverly finds a way to cram all of the bad, recycled White Sox manager possibilities into one season, in a sort of college of coaches arrangement. There's also an Inspiration Station that has to be heard or read to be believed Jordan comes through with two fun ideas, starting with Rick Hahn's Mild Ride — duller than white bread. Also, there are outfield tryouts, and if participants manage to injure themselves in exotic (but, for the White Sox, predictable) ways, they'll get a start in 2023 before Oscar Colás Allie stages an intervention for Hahn, with the intention of making him stronger in future trade and free agent negotiations and getting him a true Seat at the Table Malachi puts a twist on the Garage Sale of years past, where creative payment plans are not only encouraged, but expected Adrian Serrano was not able to join the podcast, but did provide events of his own, as well. Additionally, he created our Soxivus 2022 T-shirt available to order at our SSHP store The second half of the podcast — yes, this one is chock-full — addresses the Ozzie Guillén managing rumors. The panel is deadlocked as to whether the White Sox are actually going to hire Ozzie — who, let's review, left the South Side the first time by announcing his new manager position during a game he was managing for the White Sox Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sometimes we just get lucky and meet someone who is a beacon of hope, a ray of sunshine, and really the pure essence of joy. Today's guest, BabbleOnBrooke is just that. Brooke came from the entertainment industry as an international musical theater improv commercial actor. She's also a red carpet host, Fortune 500 spokesperson, and entrepreneur. She has always enjoyed entertaining, educating, and engaging audiences as well as creating new ways to connect with them. But that is not the only way Brooke was meant to have an impact on this world. When an unexpected series of events 10 years ago turned Brook's life upside down, she began sharing her journey online through live streaming. Her life now is about so much more than it was before. She's discovered a greater purpose and I'm excited to share her and that greater purpose with you today. Connect with Brooke on IG @BabbleOnBrooke mention this episode for a free gift!! Visit her website: www.babbleonbrooke.com Check out The Inspiration Station: www.twitter.com/babbleonbrooke Connect with me on IG @corene.phelps
Sam was supposed to record an advert but got a little lost with making rhymes about mindset. He is fully aware he is an idiot. Don't Forget to like, comment, share and subscribe See podvine.com/privacy-policy for privacy and opt-out information.
Join up with the Inspiration Station crew as they interview local kids for the latest invention and contraptions.
Hey everyone, this week we had a very tight window to record and couldn't get into the story, but rather than skip a week, we got SOMETHING on tape and this is that thing. We ended up talking about creativity and inspiration and had a very loose, cathartic conversation. NEXT WEEK the show will get back to normal, so no gap this time. We do talk about season 5 a little bit in the last 10 minutes or so, so at least check that out. Beth has a new show called Your Art Friends! Check it out here on spotify and everywhere now! And she has another D&D show on Die Fall! Listen here! We've got a Patreon! Support the show and get rewards like exclusive recipe cards, merch, and t-shirts! www.patreon.com/dndndpod Beth's Rad Shop NOW OPEN! DnDnD posters, shirts, and stickers available as well as her other rad art! Twitter: @DnDnDPod Instagram: @DnDnDPod Email: DnDnDPod@gmail.com Our Team: James Graessle, James A. Janisse, Chelsea Rebecca, Beth Radloff, Mike Cygan, & Joel Arnold Subreddit: r/DnDnDPod Original Music by Jeremy Nasato
In this episode, I want to teach you how to believe that everyone is doing the best they can. I know, I know. I can hear you saying, ‘Really? That guy who just cut me off in traffic and then flipped me off is doing the best he can?' Yes, yes he is. The truth is, sometimes their best really stinks. Believing people are doing the best they can will strengthen all of your relationships. And do you want to know the best part? Once you can believe this about other people, it's so much easier to believe it about yourself as well. Inspiration Station: 52 Modern Manners for Today's Teen by Brooke Romney
In this episode, I want to teach you how to believe that everyone is doing the best they can. I know, I know. I can hear you saying, ‘Really? That guy who just cut me off in traffic and then flipped me off is doing the best he can?' Yes, yes he is. The truth is, sometimes their best really stinks. Believing people are doing the best they can will strengthen all of your relationships. And do you want to know the best part? Once you can believe this about other people, it's so much easier to believe it about yourself as well. Inspiration Station: 52 Modern Manners for Today's Teen by Brooke Romney
Episode #14's guest Michaela Guzy can be seen all over the world starring and producing in 3 different shows: Michaela's Maps, Inspiration Station and Sleeping Around Safely (Again). You have seen her all over the news, travel channels, publications and on her website "Oh The People You Meet" where she has millions of views (https://ohthepeopleyoumeet.com/). This episode goes deep into getting to know Michaela through some of her amazing stories, some funny (like really funny) and some motivational. You will hear what happens to a hyper driven successful business owner when they worked in the travel industry during a pandemic! Her newest show Inspiration Station, focusses on live interviews in IGTV from all over the world where people come on to tell inspiring stories when the world has needed them the most. Her stories alone have surpassed 7 million views this year! Listen to an unforgettable episode with Michaela now : ) Season 2 of “Just Stories with BT” features all Female Executive guests in the mattress/furniture space or other underrepresented industries! These episodes focus on getting to know the amazing woman behind these roles and giving a platform to talk about getting our male dominated industries more balanced out!
Today: Greg didn't know who was texting him and had a cavalcade of awkward exchanges until he figured out who it was, surprise talk to inspire the youth of tomorrow, oh dear god what do we call them, new fancy Sarah nails, and more! Have a great day all :)
Sorry we're late fam but we got a Biggie size episode for ya to make up for it! We ain't perfect! Lil' unsolicited advice on dealing with others' grief, ADHD support, Inspiration Station with Alli and adult swim and her continuing to master new things, doin a sexy audit of yourself, what not to watch this week, perspective/how to focus on the positive, little daily devotion, almost gone too soon with Sugar's brush with death, when to take a break from memories, advice for the quarter life crisis, butt leggings be gone, tik tok moms, Manners Moment on victim shaming and educating your children on sexual assault. Come hang with us! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Welcometothefampodcast)
BabbleOnBrooke is an International Award-Winning Host, TV + Stage Actor and Fortune 500 Spokesperson turned Odds-Defying Warrior, Motivational Speaker and Blended Business/Life Coach (focused on Speaking, Social Media and Mindset). She is the ultimate hype person — creating supportive environments for audiences and clients to grow, believe in themselves, and have their voices amplified is one of her favorite things to do. Following an accident nearly a decade ago, Brooke eventually became housebound for many years with a neck injury that severely impacted her breathing and speaking. This almost 10-year recovery journey, “From Hollywood To Housebound To Healing”, is something that has both changed and saved lives as she encourages others to keep going - exactly what “babble on” means to her. She has been recognized repeatedly for her advocacy in the world of Invisible Disabilities and Conditions and regularly reminds us that “When you wake up breathing, it’s a good day!” Most recently, Brooke has become an in-demand Clubhouse Moderator (@BabbleOnBrooke) and enjoys leading rooms that allow others to be inspired (founder of "The Inspiration Station" club), share their stories or ask questions of experts they otherwise might never have access to. If you would like to learn how to become a clear, comfortable and confident Moderator - along with a Clubhouse training AND tools to improve your speaking and leadership skills in general - check out her new course “Moderating Made Easy™️” at www.ModeratingMadeEasy.com and join the “Moderator Membership™️” program for continued support! Connect with Brooke and learn more: Instagram www.BabbleOnBrooke.com Connect with Kyle here: Instagram LinkedIn Learn more about the upcoming Fall 2021 Men's Experience: Scottsdale
[Global Staci #7] Where do we find inspiration? What stimulates us to be creative, to make a plan, to act on our desire? How do we get clarity to face our fears to make big changes in our life? This show is all about giving you ideas, inspiration and encouragement to follow your dreams. To learn more check out www.globalstaci.com. Instagram @Global_Staci [Jambo, Asante sana (Swahili) Hi how are you? Thanks a lot] We desire to bequeath two things to our children; the first one is roots, the other one is wings. — Sudanese proverb Where you will sit when you are old shows where you stood in youth. — Yoruba proverb
On episode 37 of Living Tarot I interview Kelsey Abbott. Kelsey Abbott is an intuitive Human Design Reader, a Certified Professional Coach, Instigator of Joy and the host of the Find Your Awesome podcast. She helps spiritual adventurers remember who they are and why they’re here so they can up level with ease. She believes that the universe wants us to be sparklyAF and that joy is our natural state. When Kelsey isn't playing in her business, she's bringing curiosity, play and joy to triathlon--a sport she races as an elite amateur. In this episode we discuss what human design as a tool for empowerment. We discuss how Kelsey went from a skeptic to a full believer in the power of human design. Kelsey explains how Intuition help her connect with clients and see things about their charts that she otherwise wouldn't. Kelsey talks about how human design is ultimately a gateway to joy and deep personal understanding of self. We discuss how tarot and human design can work together to promote self-compassion and guidance forward on your life path. Connect with Sheila: To book a career tarot reading or distance energy healing session with Sheila click here - https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18090641 To read more about Sheila’s offerings click here - http://www.starsagespirit.com/services/ Or on Instagram www.instagram.com/starsagespirit Connect with Kelsey: https://www.kelseyabbott.com/ The Find Your Awesome Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-find-your-awesome-podcast/id1276217740 Inspiration Station with Kelsey and Tina: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCltuQmSyXYEtY2VhCCwom1g?app=desktop
Free Resources: Like the Podcast? Subscribe to Rev. Patty’s Inspiration Station Channel on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj_uEvwxLnBJWX7WS-InNBQ Do you want to receive God’s Messages of Love & Healing? Subscribe to my blog, Rev. Patty’s Inspiration Station https://sacredwalkhome.com/rev-pattys-inspiration-station/ Be Blessed!
What a great time. Brother Robby welcomes Brother Dave Compton from the Truth Network's WPET. That's the Piedmont's Inspiration Station. Just listen. You WILL be inspired!
There are many thoughts on how the Bible came to us. However, in Evangelical circles, the term "Verbal Plenary Inspiration" is used quite a bit. The term is rather wordy but I think I've found an good example to show what the term is describing. Here are some thoughts...
Students from the Willem de Kooning Academy work together with Operator Radio in an elective to curate their own dedicated cultural subject and program this in a radio format.
The pod train is stopping at Inspiration Station once again this week. My guest is Amy Margolis, a listener who reached out to me after my conversation with Krista Alderdice in Episode 17. Krista had interviewed Amy and her husband David for her Blue Collar Runners site, because they are the epitome of everyday people doing extra cool things in running - a concept I can obviously get behind!Amy and David are triathletes, ultrarunners, vanlifers…. There are so many things that make their stories unique and interesting. But what I love above all about my conversation with Amy is that it all comes back to community, every time. Amy was never athletic, and hadn’t been taking very good care of herself as she turned 30. She felt stuck in a bad marriage, and felt herself spiraling downward toward a place she knew deep down she didn’t want to land. But then she got herself over to her local YMCA. And if her story from that point on doesn’t light a fire under your butt for the new year, I’m not sure anything will….There’s an old saying, ‘a rising tide lifts all boats’, and Amy’s story is this aphorism in action.Amy leaves us with a ton of inspiration to end 2020. As she says, let’s just be happy to be out there. Let’s take an extra moment every day to feel gratitude about what we CAN do, whom we CAN see and spend time with, and how we ARE able to move our body. Let’s celebrate all of the opportunity we have, rather than focus on our lack. The light is at the end of the tunnel…. We may or may not be getting close, but it IS there and we WILL reach it.You can follow Amy's adventures in running, tri, and vanlife on Instagram, @David_Amy_Mira. You can also check out Amy and David’s YouTube channel here, and make sure to watch Amy’s amazing 2020 ‘Boston Marathon’! (You’ll probably agree with me that Boylston street looks like it could use a repave…..)Wishing you all a safe and happy new year - make sure you find a little time to get outdoors and get some fresh air before you start getting a little wild!Some links to rock you into the new year:Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyAmerica’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride (Lake Tahoe)Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon (Seattle, WA)John Wayne Trail (renamed Palouse to Cascades Trail)Unbound Gravel Race (Emporia, KS)What is boondocking?Hyland’sTailwind NutritionArrowhead 135Laura Siebert of 180 Health (GGW Episode 21; recommending the SheWee)XOSKIN socksSuperfeet insoles
I remind you of your light. Tina removes energy that has kept you stuck. Together, we remind you of who you are. This is Soul Magic and it's a new service that Tina Olsen and I are excited to share with the world. In this episode, Tina and I talk about what it feels like for us to create such incredible magic together. But it's hard to talk about magic with words. It's easier to understand magic when we feel it so we share a portion of a real session with Danielle. Danielle was feeling stuck in her efforts to release excess weight. Listen in to the magic. Find us both on YouTube at Inspiration Station with Kelsey & Tina https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCltuQmSyXYEtY2VhCCwom1g?app=desktop
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Learn how validating yourself is the best thing for your marriage, your motherhood, and YOU. This podcast will give you 3 practical ways to get started TODAY. Inspiration Station: www.churchofjesuschrist.org
Learn how validating yourself is the best thing for your marriage, your motherhood, and YOU. This podcast will give you 3 practical ways to get started TODAY. Inspiration Station: www.churchofjesuschrist.org
What is Human Design and how can you use it to become the most successful and fulfilled you? According to today's guest, Human Design Reader, Certified Coach and Podcaster, Kelsey Abbot, Human Design is a system that combines astrology, the chakras and the Kabbalah Tree of Life. Kelsey adds, "This is how I describe it: Years ago, your soul got called to Earth School, but before it enrolled, it selected your blueprint, your style and a whole bunch of gifts. And then it decided exactly when and where it would come to Earth. Human design allows us to see all the choices your soul made for you." About Kelsey: Kelsey Abbott is an intuitive Human Design Reader, a Certified Professional Coach, Instigator of Joy and the host of the Find Your Awesome podcast. She helps spiritual adventurers remember who they are and why they’re here so they can up-level with ease. She believes that the universe wants us to be sparklyAF and that joy is our natural state. When Kelsey isn't playing in her business, she's bringing curiosity, play and joy to triathlon--a sport she races as an elite amateur. Connect with Kelsey on her YouTube channel, Inspiration Station.
This week, on Rev. Patty’s Inspiration Station podcast features a meditation focusing on Faith; something that many are struggling with right now.
Wir haben uns unterhalten: Wo finde ich Inspiration, was kann ich mir anschauen und was ist vielleicht sogar "out"?
Ashley and Dallin look up the meanings of their recurring dreams, and turns the results were not what they expected. Then they wrap it up with INSPIRATION STATION inspired by the frying pan in Disney's "Tangled". Follow the Dashleys for more! thedashleysvlog.com facebook.com/thedashleysvlog instagram.com/thedashleys youtube.com/thedashleys hellodashleys@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/biglittlelife/support
Two New AIOC 2019 Episode Titles and Writers 25th Anniversary Live Show in the Club this Summer Album 67 Title? Jason in a Relationship? Morrie Rydell Appearing in Album 67 Morrie's Father Inspiration Station in “Take Every Thought Captive” Source: AIOWiki User ‘AIOrocks101,' Official Podcast 321
Executive producer Dave Arnold, producer Nathan Hoobler, and writer/director Phil Lollar answer fan questions about recent albums and preview the upcoming Album 66. Plus, hear the answers to some pressing questions from way back in Odyssey history.
In this Fashion-Forward Flashback episode, we offer a glimpse into the 2018 Met Gala fashions. Listen in as Cornell Jermaine discusses the red carpet looks, summer hair and fashion trends and more. Only on WPZR Praise 102.7 FM Detroit's Inspiration Station.
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Brother Marcus C. Smith is a Celebrity Radio Personality on Praise 107.9, "Philadelphia's Inspiration Station." He is the author of "Elements of Inspiration" the book and "Elements of Inspiration" Channel where videos and inspirational music lives!
My friend from the Inspiration Station and I have been going to the same coffee shop at the same time for over 4 months now. Why? Because we are like-minded people that want to learn and grow from one another as much as possible. In this episode I explain my day and why these meetings are so important to me. We all have our own things to take care of, but it’s all about priorities and whether or not you want to make it to those meetings. Surround yourself with people who are out of your comfort zone. Those people can give you a brand new perspective and serve as inspiration. Thanks for listening.
Social Media Strategist, Heidi Dean, revisits us with an update. What do you post when you’re not booking? Heidi discusses the influence of the Chewbacca Mask Lady video and the impact it had on social media and within the Facebook Live community. We also talk about Sophie Turner and the influence of followers when booking a job. Heidi also shares the three steps necessary to increase follower growth. What is an Inspiration Station, and why should you have one? What are the best social media platforms? What is Heidi's 21 Day Social Rockstar Challenge? Find out this and much more in this episode. http://marketing4actors.com/cinema/
The easiest ways to get motivated & stay motivated. How does motivation work? How can you stay motivated for the long run? We talk about how to schedule and keep your motivation and how we stay motivated when it comes to work, friends and significant others. Special shout out to our favorite restaurant; Tongue in Cheek
Andre Stojka talks about his audition for Adventures in Odyssey and Katie Leigh talks about the process of finding a new Mr. Whittaker. Also, hear an exclusive preview of the first scene of "The Inspiration Station, Part 2."
Join host Chris Anthony in "Welcome to Whit's End," a new 11 minute tour of Odyssey. Plus, be the first to hear the opening scene of "The Inspiration Station," the first episode in album 51.
You sent in over 500 questions and the producers answered as many as they could! Paul McCusker and Dave Arnold answer your questions about the upcoming season including juicy tidbits about the Inspiration Station, the Parker family, Eugene and Katrina's baby plans, the future of Tom Riley, story hints, which characters will appear in the new season, and much more.
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