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The James Granstrom Podcast - Super Soul Model series
Dopamine Isn't the Problem (This Is)

The James Granstrom Podcast - Super Soul Model series

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 17:27 Transcription Available


Send us Fan MailDopamine isn't the problem… overstimulation is.In a world where every spare moment gets filled—scrolling, notifications, constant input—your nervous system rarely has the chance to reset. The result isn't just distraction. It's a subtle, persistent state of mental noise where focus drops, clarity fades, and switching off starts to feel impossible.In this episode, we unpack the real issue behind modern distraction—and why so many high-performing individuals feel scattered, fatigued, and unable to fully engage with what matters.We reframe dopamine in a more useful way: not as something to eliminate, but as an anticipation chemical that's being constantly triggered by novelty and stimulation. When that becomes your baseline, your attention span shortens, your system stays activated, and even things you once enjoyed begin to feel flat.We also explore the three hidden costs of overstimulation:A low-level anxiety that never quite switches offA gradual loss of identity as you stop finishing what you startEmotional numbness that keeps you reaching for “just one more” distractionFrom there, we move into practical ways to restore balance and clarity:Replacing constant stimulation with grounding habits like movement, reading, writing, and real conversationUsing everyday moments to retrain your attention and presenceA simple five-second reset that interrupts the automatic pull toward distractionIf you've been feeling mentally crowded, easily distracted, or unable to fully switch off—this will help you understand why, and give you a clear way forward.Because the goal isn't to remove dopamine…It's to reclaim your attention—and your state.

Gone Medieval
Offa, King of the Mercians

Gone Medieval

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2026 64:03


Was Offa a tyrant whose reputation was forever tainted by the killing of his prospective son-in-law? Or a visionary ruler whose achievements have been overshadowed by legend?Offa is largely known for murderous acts and building a dyke. But he was so much more: a great leader who reshaped Mercia into the dominant power in southern Britain, and pioneered new models of kingship that would influence generations.Matt Lewis talks to Professor Rory Naismith, to rehabilitate Offa and challenge the way we understand power in early medieval England.MORERise of MerciaListen on AppleListen on SpotifyRise of WessexListen on AppleListen on SpotifyGone Medieval is presented by Matt Lewis. Audio editor is Amy Haddow, the producers are Rob Weinberg and Joseph Knight. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.All music used is courtesy of Epidemic Sounds.Gone Medieval is a History Hit podcast.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travels Through Time
Rory Naismith: Offa King of the Mercians (796)

Travels Through Time

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2026 54:40


This week the Cambridge professor Rory Naismith takes us back to the eighth century to glimpse what we can of Offa King of the Mercians. Offa was a mighty figure in this early moment in the history of Britain and he is remembered chiefly for the extraordinary earthwork – Offa's Dyke. But what more can be said about Offa's life? In this episode Naismith explains that he was a ruler of considerable gifts whose reputation stretched far beyond his considerable kingdom. He corresponded with Charlemagne and was connected with the Islamic World and, when he died, he left a great void behind. The scenes, characters and storylines in this episode of Travels Through Time all feature in Rory Naismith's book, Offa: King of the Mercians. Read more about Offa at Unseen Histories. Show Notes Scene One: Offa of Mercia receives a letter from Charlemagne that is one of the first diplomatic exchanges between two Medieval monarchs. Scene Two: 29 July. Offa's dies. Scene Three: December 796. Offa's son and heir Ecgfrith dies unexpectedly. Memento: Offa's side of the correspondence with Charlemagne People/Social Presenter: Peter Moore  Guest: Rory Naismith Producers: Maria Nolan Theme music: Firelight by Minka

Profit First REI Podcast
Ken Barton: How to Access Real Estate Deals Instead of Chasing Them

Profit First REI Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2026 32:36


In this episode of the Profit First for Real Estate Investing podcast, I sit down with Ken Barton—entrepreneur, real estate investor, and founder of Offa—to talk about how he went from high-income W-2 sales to building a platform that's changing how investors find and fund deals.We dive into Ken's unconventional journey, from selling $40M in software to buying his first off-market deal, and how frustration with outdated systems led him to build a marketplace for real estate investors. We also unpack the real opportunity behind off-market deals, why most investors struggle with access and financing, and how connecting deal flow with lending could completely change the game. If you've ever felt stuck trying to find deals or funding, this episode will open up a new way of thinking.  Episode Highlights[1:15] – Ken's unconventional background and global sales career[2:21] – Why high income doesn't equal wealth (tax problem realization)[4:00] – The turning point: discovering real estate for tax advantages[6:07] – The $185K business plan story that funded his first investments[8:14] – Buying his first duplex for $75K during the pandemic[9:26] – Why off-market deals outperform on-market opportunities[11:33] – The frustration that led to building Offa[13:10] – Why both buyers and sellers hated existing platforms[15:17] – Building a marketplace that actually serves investors[17:22] – How Offa is growing purely through word-of-mouth[18:55] – Why buyer behavior is more powerful than static “buy boxes”[21:33] – The vision: becoming the MLS for real estate investors[25:06] – The real monetization strategy: lending, not subscriptions[27:08] – Why access to debt is the biggest bottleneck for investors[29:31] – 100% financing: how it works and why it's a game changer[30:28] – The long-term vision to scale Offa into a massive platform5 Key TakeawaysHigh income doesn't equal wealth. Without tax strategy and investing, W-2 income alone won't build long-term freedom.Off-market deals are where the real opportunity is. The best deals are rarely found on the open market.Access beats knowledge. Many investors know what to do—they just lack deal flow or funding.Debt is a powerful tool when used correctly. Leveraging financing (even up to 100%) can accelerate growth dramatically.The future of investing is connection. Platforms that connect deals, buyers, and funding will dominate the next wave of real estate.Links & ResourcesExplore Offa (real estate marketplace): https://offa.com/Learn more about Profit First for real estate investors: https://www.simplecfo.comIf this episode helped you think differently about how to find deals, fund them, and scale your investing business, make sure to rate, follow, and review the podcast. And share it with an investor who's ready to stop chasing deals—and start accessing them.

Regionaljournal Graubünden
«Echt patgific»: So kommt der Bündner Sechseläuten-Auftritt an

Regionaljournal Graubünden

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2026 10:09


«Echt patgific» – so lautet das Motto des diesjährigen Sechseläuten-Gastkantons Graubünden. Seit Freitag präsentiert er sich auf dem Zürcher Lindenhof. Wie der Gastauftritt aussieht und wie er bei den Menschen ankommt, zeigt ein Besuch vor Ort. Weitere Themen: · Der FCSG hat auswärts gegen Yverdon-Sport gewonnen und steht damit im Cupfinale. Dort treffen die St. Galler am 24. Mai auf Stade Lausanne-Ouchy. · Der Handballclub TSV St. Otmar unterliegt im Playoff-Viertelfinale gegen Pfadi Winterthur mit 26:28 und scheidet damit aus. Die Saison ist für sie beendet. · Die Sanierung der Trinkhalle Büvetta Tarasp ist einen Schritt weiter. Die Stimmbevölkerung von Scuol hat der Gründung einer Stiftung zugestimmt. Die Gemeindepräsidentin ist froh über das Resultat. · Die Veranstalter der OFFA und die Stadtpolizei St. Gallen ziehen eine positive Bilanz. 96'000 Menschen besuchten die OFFA. Rund um die OFFA und den Jahrmarkt gab es keine grösseren Zwischenfälle.

Regionaljournal Ostschweiz
FCSG gewinnt und steht im Cupfinale

Regionaljournal Ostschweiz

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2026 10:09


Der FC St. Gallen gewinnt auswärts gegen den Challenge-League-Club Yverdon-Sport mit 2:0 und steht damit im Finale des Schweizer Cups. Das Cupfinale findet am 24. Mai statt. Gegner des FC St. Gallen ist Stade Lausanne-Ouchy. Weitere Themen: · Der Handballclub TSV St. Otmar unterliegt im Playoff-Viertelfinale gegen Pfadi Winterthur mit 26:28 und scheidet damit aus. Die Saison ist für sie beendet. · Die Sanierung der Trinkhalle Büvetta Tarasp ist einen Schritt weiter. Die Stimmbevölkerung von Scuol hat der Gründung einer Stiftung zugestimmt. Die Gemeindepräsidentin ist froh über das Resultat. · Die Veranstalter der OFFA und die Stadtpolizei St. Gallen ziehen eine positive Bilanz. 96'000 Menschen besuchten die OFFA. Rund um die OFFA und den Jahrmarkt gab es keine grösseren Zwischenfälle. · «Echt patgific» ist das Motto des diesjährigen Sechseläuten-Gastkantons Graubünden. Ein Besuch auf dem Zürcher Lindenhof, wo sich der Kanton präsentiert.

Regionaljournal Ostschweiz
Streit zwischen Schifffahrtsgesellschaften eskaliert

Regionaljournal Ostschweiz

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2026 24:15


Der Streit zwischen der Schweizerischen Bodenseeschifffahrt SBS und den deutschen Bodensee Schiffsbetrieben führt nun dazu, dass die SBS im Konstanzer Hafen in dieser Saison nicht mehr anlegt. Jetzt schaltet sich die Politik in den jahrelangen Konflikt auf dem See ein. Weitere Themen: · Zecken sind auch im Appenzellerland auf dem Vormarsch. · Unternehmer Thomas Schmidheiny plant beim Grand Ressort Bad Ragaz ein Kunstmuseum. · An der OFFA in St. Gallen gibt es eine Lego-Sonderschau. Unter anderem wurde auch das St. Galler Openair mit der Sitterbühne nachgebildet.

New Books Network
Rory Naismith, "Offa: King of the Mercians" (Yale UP, 2026)

New Books Network

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 51:51


In Offa: King of the Mercians (Yale UP, 2026), Professor Rory Naismith presents an authoritative biography of Offa of Mercia, revealing his importance as the king who stood at the turning point of Anglo-Saxon history. Offa ruled the Mercian heartland of the west midlands from 757 to 796. But while Alfred the Great and his dynasty are seen as agents of a new beginning that resulted in a unified Anglo-Saxon kingdom, Offa is best remembered as the builder of a great dyke and as a symbol of an older, divided order. In this major new biography, Professor Naismith challenges this view. Professor Naismith reveals how Offa cemented Mercia's position as the dominant force in the southern part of Britain, strengthened the internal cohesion of his domains, and laid the basis for a new model of kingship. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including charters, coins, and chronicles, Professor Naismith reveals Offa as a king who was ambitious and successful, and who carefully constructed his image and that of the royal family. Far from just one in a sequence of overlords, Offa had a lasting impact on how kingship was practised and conceived across England. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

New Books in Biography
Rory Naismith, "Offa: King of the Mercians" (Yale UP, 2026)

New Books in Biography

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 51:51


In Offa: King of the Mercians (Yale UP, 2026), Professor Rory Naismith presents an authoritative biography of Offa of Mercia, revealing his importance as the king who stood at the turning point of Anglo-Saxon history. Offa ruled the Mercian heartland of the west midlands from 757 to 796. But while Alfred the Great and his dynasty are seen as agents of a new beginning that resulted in a unified Anglo-Saxon kingdom, Offa is best remembered as the builder of a great dyke and as a symbol of an older, divided order. In this major new biography, Professor Naismith challenges this view. Professor Naismith reveals how Offa cemented Mercia's position as the dominant force in the southern part of Britain, strengthened the internal cohesion of his domains, and laid the basis for a new model of kingship. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including charters, coins, and chronicles, Professor Naismith reveals Offa as a king who was ambitious and successful, and who carefully constructed his image and that of the royal family. Far from just one in a sequence of overlords, Offa had a lasting impact on how kingship was practised and conceived across England. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/biography

New Books in Medieval History
Rory Naismith, "Offa: King of the Mercians" (Yale UP, 2026)

New Books in Medieval History

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 51:51


In Offa: King of the Mercians (Yale UP, 2026), Professor Rory Naismith presents an authoritative biography of Offa of Mercia, revealing his importance as the king who stood at the turning point of Anglo-Saxon history. Offa ruled the Mercian heartland of the west midlands from 757 to 796. But while Alfred the Great and his dynasty are seen as agents of a new beginning that resulted in a unified Anglo-Saxon kingdom, Offa is best remembered as the builder of a great dyke and as a symbol of an older, divided order. In this major new biography, Professor Naismith challenges this view. Professor Naismith reveals how Offa cemented Mercia's position as the dominant force in the southern part of Britain, strengthened the internal cohesion of his domains, and laid the basis for a new model of kingship. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including charters, coins, and chronicles, Professor Naismith reveals Offa as a king who was ambitious and successful, and who carefully constructed his image and that of the royal family. Far from just one in a sequence of overlords, Offa had a lasting impact on how kingship was practised and conceived across England. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Books in British Studies
Rory Naismith, "Offa: King of the Mercians" (Yale UP, 2026)

New Books in British Studies

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 51:51


In Offa: King of the Mercians (Yale UP, 2026), Professor Rory Naismith presents an authoritative biography of Offa of Mercia, revealing his importance as the king who stood at the turning point of Anglo-Saxon history. Offa ruled the Mercian heartland of the west midlands from 757 to 796. But while Alfred the Great and his dynasty are seen as agents of a new beginning that resulted in a unified Anglo-Saxon kingdom, Offa is best remembered as the builder of a great dyke and as a symbol of an older, divided order. In this major new biography, Professor Naismith challenges this view. Professor Naismith reveals how Offa cemented Mercia's position as the dominant force in the southern part of Britain, strengthened the internal cohesion of his domains, and laid the basis for a new model of kingship. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including charters, coins, and chronicles, Professor Naismith reveals Offa as a king who was ambitious and successful, and who carefully constructed his image and that of the royal family. Far from just one in a sequence of overlords, Offa had a lasting impact on how kingship was practised and conceived across England. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/british-studies

History Rage
286. Offa is NOT just wars and ditches! With Rory Naismith | Gloucester History Festival Special #3

History Rage

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2026 56:48


The Mercian king history reduced to a ditch—but changed EnglandMost people know Offa of Mercia for one thing: a giant ditch dividing England and Wales. But that familiar image hides a far more powerful—and fascinating—figure.In this episode, host Paul Bavill is joined by Cambridge historian Rory Naismith to challenge the long-standing myth of Offa as a brutal warlord. Instead, we uncover a ruler who helped shape the political, economic, and diplomatic foundations of early England.Why Offa of Mercia deserves a rethinkFor centuries, narratives shaped by sources like the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle have painted Offa as a violent tyrant. But as Rory explains, that version of history is incomplete—and often biased.Look closer, and a different picture emerges:A king who ruled for nearly 40 years, stabilising a vast kingdom A ruler who centralised power across southern England A leader who pioneered systems later used by kings like Alfred the Great Offa wasn't just surviving—he was building something lasting.More than Offa's DykeYes, Offa's Dyke is impressive—stretching coast to coast and rivaling Roman engineering in scale. But it wasn't simply a defensive ditch.It was:A symbol of power and dominance A political statement to neighbouring Welsh kingdoms Part of a wider strategy to control borders and project authority Offa wasn't just reacting—he was sending a message.The king who connected kingdomsFar from being isolated, Offa operated in a deeply interconnected world.This episode explores:His rivalry and diplomacy with Charlemagne Trade, coinage, and economic reform across his realm A remarkable gold coin linking Mercia to the Islamic world From Rome to Francia, Offa was playing the game of international politics at the highest level.Offa's real legacyForget the “bloodthirsty conqueror” cliché. Offa's greatest achievement was something far more significant:Creating a unified system of kingship Bringing together multiple regions under one authority Laying the groundwork for the future kingdom of England Without Offa, the later successes of rulers like Alfred may not have been possible.Listen MoreEpisode 16 – Eleanor Janega on the Dark Ages: https://pod.fo/e/11c7f3Episode 240 – Dirk Hoffman-Becking on the Holy Roman Empire: https://pod.fo/e/3330ceGuest details: Rory NaismithTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/rory_naismith

Tales for Wales
169. Tales from Schools in Wales - Part 2

Tales for Wales

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2026 52:06


Sunday cometh once again and along with it, part 2 of our schools in Wales series where we delve into the universal experiences of any and all who came up through the schooling system of Cymru. Fasten and your bonnets and shine up your leek pins because you're about to hear some of the finest anecdotes this side of Offa's Dyke. Want more Wales? Want more history? Want more nonsensical ramblings? Get over to our Patreon.

Legacy Wealth
The Off-Market Myth: Why On-Market Deals Deserve a Second Look

Legacy Wealth

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2026 28:27


What if the "off-market only" mindset is actually costing you deals? I sat down with Ken Barton, CEO and founder of Offa, a platform connecting real estate investors with off-market deal flow, to talk about where the real opportunities are hiding, why on-market deals deserve a second look, and how AI is about to change the way investors source and underwrite properties. What we cover: - Why most deals on LoopNet and the major aggregators "go there to die" - The motivated seller hiding in plain sight — on the MLS - How Offa is building the investor MLS, and what that means for buyers - AI agents that hunt deals for you across 20+ platforms - The lending lead model that's actually generating revenue for operators like you //CONNECT WITH KEN Website: offa.com Text Ken directly: (407) 978-7364 Email: ken@offa.com Found your next deal? Make sure you have the right software to manage it. Schedule a demo at smartmanagement.com

Rex Factor
Offa of Mercia

Rex Factor

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 74:35


This week, after an introduction to the podcast, we review Offa, the eighth century king of an early English kingdom called Mercia. We learn about why he was not the first king of England, links to Charlemagne and the building of the famous Offa's Dyke, plus consider whether he has the Rex Factor. Please note - this episode is identical to the first episode in the feed (we are releasing it twice to act as an introductory episode for new listeners but also a new episode so regular listeners still see it in their feed!) Sign up for lots of bonus content, including an ad-free version of the main podcast and over 400 additional bonus podcasts:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.patreon.com/rexfactor⁠ You can now watch the podcast either on Spotify or on YouTube via the link below: https://youtu.be/cisZM3Ro_jU "(00:00:00) Introduction" "(00:03:07) Biography" "(00:30:59) Battleyness" "(00:41:46) Scandal" "(00:52:08) Subjectivity" "(01:05:39) Longevity" "(01:06:24) Dynasty" "(01:07:44) Rex Factor" "(01:09:05) Farewells" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

POPlitics
Glenn Beck On Islam and The Price Of Cowardice

POPlitics

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 50:21


Islamist ideology is no longer a distant problem overseas—it is pressing up against the West right now, and denial is becoming more dangerous than fear. In this urgent conversation, Glenn Beck lays out why America is approaching a moment of reckoning, as radical Islam and left-wing extremism feed off silence. Alex and Glenn confront the realities many leaders refuse to acknowledge and the unmistakable warning signs already playing out across Europe. Beck warns that 2026 may be the last window to course-correct, before the consequences harden into permanence by 2027.Thank you to our sponsors!TAYLOR DUKES WELLNESS: Use code "ALEXCLARK" for 10% off your purchaseBRANCH BASICS: Use code "ALEX15" for 15% offA'DEL NATURAL COSMETICS: Use code "ALEX" for 25% off first-time ordersPALEOVALLEY: Use code "ALEX" for 15% off your first orderGEVITI: Use code "ALEX" for 20% off your first purchaseLOVEBIRD FOODS: Use code "ALEX20" for 20% off your purchaseOur Guest:Glenn BeckGlenn's Links:WebsiteFacebookInstagramXYouTube

Pilates Elephants
343. Why Your Clients Don't Show Up (Even When They Want To)

Pilates Elephants

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2026 13:27 Transcription Available


Your clients don't skip Pilates because they don't care.They skip because the system asks them to do work they don't have the capacity for.In this short episode, Raphael shares:Why flexibility often reduces attendanceThe paradox of overwhelm: needing structure but lacking the bandwidth to create itHow studios unintentionally design for no-shows and drop-offA simple shift from “choice” to “default” that increases consistency and retentionIf your clients say they “don't have time”, this episode explains what's really happening and how to fix it.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy

Gone Medieval
The Kingdom of Mercia

Gone Medieval

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2026 44:05


Once the powerhouse of the Anglo-Saxon world, the kingdom of Mercia dominated not just Wessex but nearly all its neighbouring realms. At its height, Mercia held sway over regions that include modern Birmingham and even London. Though the kingdom eventually faded with the rise of Alfred the Great, its story—and its influence—were far from over.In this episode, Matt Lewis sits down with historian Annie Whitehead to uncover the enduring legacy of the Mercians. From the fierce warrior-king Penda, to the empire-building Offa, to the legendary Lady Godiva, the people of Mercia helped shape the foundations of the English nation in ways both dramatic and surprising.MORERise of WessexListen on AppleListen on SpotifyWhy The Early Middle Ages MatterListen on AppleListen on SpotifyGone Medieval is presented by Matt Lewis, edited by Ella Blaxill and Amy Haddow and produced by Rob Weinberg. The Senior Producer is Anne-Marie Luff.All music courtesy of Epidemic Sounds.Gone Medieval is a History Hit podcast.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We Are Libertarians
HMP 12: Holy Roman Empire elections and the rise of the Habsburgs

We Are Libertarians

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 55:04


Chris Spangle and Matt Wittlief open Season 2 with essential background for the late 1200s, tracing how the Holy Roman Empire's electoral system emerged after the Carolingians, how the Great Interregnum unfolded and how the Habsburgs entered European politics. They also outline parallel developments in Wales, Scotland, the Low Countries, international trade, banking and the origins of English common law to set the stage for the reigns of Kings Edward I, II and III. Topics in this episode: Early imperial elections after Otto III and the king of the Romans title The Stauffers and the Welfs, plus the Ghibelline and Guelph factions Frederick II's deposition in 1245, William of Holland and the Great Interregnum The seven prince electors and the contested 1254 election between Richard of Cornwall and Alfonso II of Castile Rudolf of Habsburg's election in 1273, later Habsburg influence and Albert's election in 1298 Wales from Offa's Dyke to Gruffudd ap Llywelyn, Llywelyn the Great and the Marcher lords Scotland from the Picts and Gaels to Malcolm III, the Dunkeld line and the Treaty of York in 1237 Norway's role in northern politics, including control of the Hebrides, Orkney and Shetland The Low Countries, the county of Flanders, English wool and the trade cities of Bruges and Ghent The Champagne fairs, the growth of Italian merchant banking and the Knights Templar's financial system The position of Jews in medieval Europe, including moneylending, Aaron of Lincoln, the York massacre and the 1255 Lincoln accusation The rise of universities in Bologna, Paris and Oxford and the development of English common law through writs, precedent and administrative expansion under Edward I Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POPlitics
Vaccines, Flu Shots, Circumcision & Hep B On Grocery Carts? | Dr. Sherri Tenpenny, DO

POPlitics

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 90:01


What if the routine choices parents make — the vitamin K shot, Hep B, even circumcision — aren't as straightforward as we've been told? Today I'm joined by Dr. Sherri Tenpenny, one of the most controversial voices in medicine, who argues that parents are being trained, not taught, and that major risks and ingredients are routinely kept out of sight. For more than 25 years, she has challenged public-health agencies, been labeled part of the “Disinformation Dozen,” and now claims the entire system is beginning to crack. In this episode, we dive into medical transparency, the pain and impact of newborn procedures, and why more parents are questioning long-standing protocols.If this episode resonated with you, make your voice heard. Contact your congressman and let them know you support H.R. 4388 and H.R. 4668. Your call, email, or message truly makes a difference.Thank you to our sponsors!GEVITI — Use code ALEX for 20% off your first purchaseMASA CHIPS — Use code REALALEXCLARK for 25% offA'DEL NATURAL COSMETICS — Use code ALEX for 25% off first-time ordersCOZY EARTH — Use code ALEX for 40% offZEBRA — Use code ALEX for 10% off any orderJASPR — Use code ALEX for $400 offOur Guest:Dr. Sherri Tenpenny, DODr. Sherry's Links:Instagram- @busydrtPodcast - The Tenpenny PodcastsPodcast InstagramX - @BusyDrTDrTenpenny.com — WebsiteLearning4You.org — Vaccine education coursesVCourses.DrTenpenny.com — Course portalZero Accountability Book

BBC Countryfile Magazine
324. Enjoy a mindful walk along the mighty earthwork running through the Welsh Borders known as Offa's Dyke

BBC Countryfile Magazine

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 50:34


From the end of Saxon England last week, we head to the height of Saxon power in Mercia and the reign of King Offa (757-796). Plodcast host Fergus takes a walk along Offa's great work – a massive defensive earthwork that ran along much of the Welsh Borders and can still be encountered today. What is Offa's Dyke and why and how did Offa build it? Listen on to find out more. Also, the Plodcast is very proud to announce that it is media partner for the Speakies – the British Audio Awards from The Bookseller Magazine. These new awards celebrate the very best in audiobooks. The Plodcast is partnering in the non-fiction category. Find the shortlists here: www.thebookseller.com/the-british-audio-awards And now you can get in touch with the Plodcast team via: The BBC Countryfile Magazine Plodcast group on Facebook & BBC Countryfile Magazine's Instagram page. The BBC Countryfile Magazine Plodcast is the Publishers Podcast Awards Special Interest Podcast of the Year 2024 & 2025 and the PPA Podcast of the Year 2022. If you've enjoyed the plodcast, don't forget to leave likes and positive reviews. Contact the Plodcast team and send your sound recordings of the countryside to: theplodcast@countryfile.com. If your letter, email or message is read out on the show, you could WIN a Plodcast Postbag prize of a wildlife- or countryside-themed book chosen by the team. The Plodcast is produced by Jack Bateman and Lewis Dobbs. The theme tune was written and performed by Blair Dunlop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

POPlitics
Debunking MAHA Lies and Explaining Year 1 Trump Controversies | Calley Means

POPlitics

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 75:07


Calley Means, who served as a special government employee at the White House, is co-founder of TrueMed and leader of the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement, unpacks what's really happening behind the scenes of MAHA: Trump's rumored pharma incentives, the rise in early puberty and infertility, criticism of RFK Jr., and what MAHA has planned heading into year two.Thank you to our sponsors!TAYLOR DUKES WELLNESS: Use code "ALEXCLARK" for 10% off your purchase ANCIENT CRUNCH (MASA CHIPS): "REALALEXCLARK" for 25% OFF first time ordersPRIMALLY PURE: Use code “ALEXCLARK” to get 15% OFFA'DEL NATURAL COSMETICS: Use code "ALEX" for 25% off first time orders UTZY: Use code “ALEX” for 20% off, OR use code “FIXMYLIFE” for an extra 10% on product subscriptions (a total of 25% for your first subscription order) CROWDHEALTH: Use code “CULTURE” to get your first three months for only $99/month at Our Guest:Calley MeansCalley's Links:Instagram: @calleymeansTrueMed Website

The Tech Trek
Building a People First Company

The Tech Trek

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 26:49


Some companies thrive while others quietly lose their edge.For Tanay Kothari, CEO of Wispr Flow, the difference comes down to one idea: people are your responsibility.In this conversation, Tanay shares how that realization changed everything about the way he leads. From early missteps as a young manager to building a company rooted in empathy and accountability, he shows that the strongest cultures are designed with intention, not left to chance.You'll come away with a practical look at how to build a team that performs at a high level because they feel valued and trusted.Inside the ConversationTanay explains how he built systems that make empathy operational. He spends time understanding each person's strengths, shapes feedback and growth paths around them, and invests in training people managers who can multiply impact. He also shares why he still keeps a founder's eye on product quality, customer connection, and hiring as the company grows.Takeaways• Culture doesn't scale on its own, it must be built with care• Empathy can drive performance without lowering expectations• The three areas Tanay never delegates as a founder• How to recognize when a culture is truly working• What happens when leaders trade control for curiosityTimestamped Highlights00:43 The mission behind Wispr Flow and the future of voice technology01:50 Why treating people as your responsibility changes everything03:39 Building around individual strengths and learning styles06:23 The importance of developing great managers10:35 Small but powerful signals of a thriving culture12:41 The lesson that reshaped Tanay's approach to leadership15:50 Turning frustration into growth and creating top performers19:30 Interviewing for passion, not just technical skill21:58 The three things a founder should never hand offA line that says it allCulture isn't a vibe, it's a decision you make every single day.Call to ActionGreat companies are built by leaders who care as much as they execute. Follow The Tech Trek for conversations that help you grow as both.

First Time Mum's Chat
5 Costly White Noise Infant Mistakes — Which One Wrecks Sleep?

First Time Mum's Chat

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 12:10 Transcription Available


Are your white noise infant habits helping — or secretly wrecking sleep? I break down 5 costly mistakes with white noise sleep sounds and sound machines—and the quick fixes that make nights calmer, safer, and easier. Which one are you making?You'll learn:The safe volume & distance rule that protects little earsWhen to use white noise—and when to switch it offA gentle 7-night fade to reduce dependence without tearsThe sleep sounds that soothe (and the ones that disrupt)How to avoid timer-click wake-ups and midnight panicIf this helped, follow the show and share it with a tired mom — every play supports the podcast.Check out the show notes at https://www.mybabymassage.net/podcast/194.

The Bad Therapist Show
How to Build a Marketing Ecosystem That AI Can't Break [Ep 130]

The Bad Therapist Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 17:51


Is your website traffic dropping even though you're doing everything right? Building a marketing ecosystem is more critical than ever as AI reshapes how clients find therapists online. I'm seeing it firsthand; my website gets higher impressions than ever, but fewer clicks because AI summarizes my content directly in search results. It's frustrating, right? But here's the good news: this shift isn't the end of marketing for therapists. It's actually a chance to create something stronger and more sustainable for your private practice.Tune in to today's episode as I share exactly what's happening with zero-click searches, why relying on one marketing channel leaves you vulnerable, and how to build a marketing ecosystem with multiple touchpoints that work together. You'll hear about my own five-year journey building this business, what worked, what didn't, and the specific steps you can take starting today, even if marketing makes you uncomfortable. So if you're ready to stop worrying about algorithm changes and start building a private practice that thrives no matter what tech throws at us, this episode is for you!Topics covered on Marketing Ecosystem:The story of a therapist who relied only on networking and what happened when they got sick and needed extended time offA breakdown of what a marketing ecosystem looks like and which channels you should consider building firstMy own two-year journey with SEO + podcasting and when they really started taking offHow to choose marketing channels based on whether you have more time or more money right nowThe uncomfortable truth about why we resist certain marketing strategies and how I overcame my own resistanceA reflection exercise to map your current marketing ecosystem and identify where you're over-relying or underperformingConnect with Felicia:Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic SheetsInstagram: @the_bad_therapistWebsite: www.thebadtherapist.coachFacebook group: Healing MoneyRelated episodesMarketing Mindset Shifts You Need to Make to Fall in Love With Marketing [Ep 5]Marketing for Therapists: How to Connect with Clients by Addressing Their Problems [Ep 58]Quote:“ When you invest in a marketing ecosystem that leverages multiple channels, meaningful relationships, and your own strengths, you're protecting your practice against the ups and downs of tech and trends.” - Felicia

The Three Ravens Podcast
A Brief History of Wales

The Three Ravens Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2025 88:07


In an act of gross hubris, we proudly present our first episode of Three Ravens Series 7: A Brief History of Wales!Based on a silly amount of research, this episode tracks through the story of how the country of Wales became 'Wales' - from the nation's very first settlers who wandered west through England through to the Stone Age tradition of cromlech building, the Bronze Age, and, in due course, the Iron Age, too.Along the way, the nascent country of Wales develops its own place within Celtic culture, apart from its immediate neighbours, yet connected by ancient trade routes, including by sea. With more hill forts per square mile than any other British nation, even before the Romans came along things in Wales were feisty.Yet, once the Romans came, much like in neighbouring England, things changed forever. Across almost four centuries, the Welsh landscape itself was reshaped by Rome, all before maintaining such large armies in 'Britain' became unaffordable.Much as Rome retreated, Christianity also arrived, and with it a tantalizing time; the development of Anglo Saxon 'England' on one side of Offa's Dyke, and, on the other, one that calls itself 'Cymry' - 'the collective' or 'fellow countrymen.' While the Angles call them the 'Wealas' - 'the foreigners...'We hope it makes for interesting and exciting listening, whether you are Welsh or not, and we look forward to speaking with you again on Monday for Series 7 Episode 1, all about the historic county of Cardiganshire!Three Ravens is an English Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on one of England's 39 historic counties, exploring the history, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon, too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcastProud members of the Dark Cast Network.CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE THE THREE RAVENS ACAST SURVEY - PLEASE DO! IT'LL HELP!!!Visit our website Join our Patreon Social media channels and sponsors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
Tinder of Real Estate? How OFFA is Disrupting Off-Market Deals

Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 22:29


In this episode of the Investor Fuel podcast, host Q Edmonds interviews Ken G. Barton, a real estate investor and entrepreneur, who shares his journey in the off-market real estate space. Ken discusses his background, the innovative platform OFFA he is building to connect buyers and sellers, and the challenges he faces in the industry. He emphasizes the importance of relationships, education, and the need for a strong network in real estate investing. Ken also outlines his future goals for OFFA, including expanding the buyer base and raising venture capital to scale the business. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

POPlitics
Nicotine Is NOT the Villain: What Big Pharma Hides From Parents | Dr. Bryan Ardis, DC

POPlitics

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 60:46


We're diving into one of the most misunderstood substances out there: NICOTINE!It might actually hold powerful healing potential—from neurological conditions to chronic pain and beyond.

POPlitics
Why a Dermatologist Can't Solve Your Acne | Acne Nutritionist Maria

POPlitics

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 41:09


Tales for Wales
123. Welsh History with Welsh Histories AKA Niklas George

Tales for Wales

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 43:05


Just when you thought the Welshness couldn't get Welsher and the History couldn't get more Historic we've gone and doubled up on both by bringing in the man behind Welsh Histories to talk about, you guessed it, Welsh history. Hit play and listen to us chat with, unlike us, a legit chronicler of the ages who, like us, bloody loves Cymru.Check out Welsh Histories, he's good folk and his content is top notch: Facebook InstaGo down in history yourself as the best dressed mother effer no matter what side of Offa's Dyke you're on - check out our merch or just add us to the list of accounts you doomscroll through

POPlitics
The Lie of 9 to 5: Fixing Your Circadian Rhythm | Thaddeus Owen

POPlitics

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 59:37


Can't sleep? Brain fog? Energy tanked? The problem might be... your lightbulbs

Adnan Rashid
Offa's Dyke

Adnan Rashid

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 5:45


Friendship University Podcast
Solitude Isn't Loneliness: Reclaiming Peace in a Noisy World (FULL)

Friendship University Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 64:33


Watch this episode LIVE on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/a8DTGAq_NRQListen everywhere: https://linktr.ee/friendshipuniversityThis week on Friendship University, we're rolling back the tape (literally) and diving deep into the golden era of Blockbuster, VHS tapes, and what it meant to rewind with care. But beyond the nostalgia, we're exploring something even deeper: the power of solitude.We break down the difference between loneliness and solitude, and how embracing time alone can actually make you more creative, self-aware, and grounded. We share real stories about reframing pain into purpose, how artists use life as raw material, and why unplugging might be the reset your soul needs.Plus:Our favorite 90s movie memoriesWhy AI can never replace lived experienceA Blockbuster-themed game to kick things offA soulful Artist Corner on turning heartbreak into healing

POPlitics
How To Quit Drinking If You're NOT An Alcoholic | Amanda Kuda

POPlitics

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 35:31


What if you could ditch alcohol and level up your life—without hitting rock bottom first?

POPlitics
Crunchy Pets: Raw Food Diet, Vaccines, Heartworm and MORE | Holistic Vet Dr. Karen Becker

POPlitics

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 113:20


Today, we're exposing the SHOCKING truth about pet food, vaccines, and what's really making your dog sick.

Podcast Notes Playlist: Latest Episodes
Dirty Secrets of Chain Restaurants | Chef Andrew Gruel

Podcast Notes Playlist: Latest Episodes

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025


Culture Apothecary with Alex Clark: Read the notes at at podcastnotes.org. Don't forget to subscribe for free to our newsletter, the top 10 ideas of the week, every Monday --------- Is the seafood you're eating a SCAM? Are Michelin stars just fancy nonsense? And WHY is tipping getting so out of control?! We're diving deep with Chef Andrew Gruel—Food Network star, founder of Slapfish, and CEO of American Gravy Restaurant Group.From judging on Chopped Junior to launching a new family-friendly cookbook with BRAVE Books, Chef Gruel brings the heat with insider stories on food, family, and the future of dining in America

POPlitics
Dirty Secrets of Chain Restaurants | Chef Andrew Gruel

POPlitics

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 73:22


Is the seafood you're eating a SCAM? Are Michelin stars just fancy nonsense? And WHY is tipping getting so out of control?! We're diving deep with Chef Andrew Gruel—Food Network star, founder of Slapfish, and CEO of American Gravy Restaurant Group.From judging on Chopped Junior to launching a new family-friendly cookbook with BRAVE Books, Chef Gruel brings the heat with insider stories on food, family, and the future of dining in America

BBC Countryfile Magazine
289. Discover the extraordinary magnetism of the Welsh Marches, with writer Mike Parker

BBC Countryfile Magazine

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 55:38


Walk Hergest Ridge in Herefordshire on the Welsh border in the company of walker and writer Mike Parker who has spent years exploring the unique people, landscape and history of this borderland. With Plodcast host Fergus, Mike talks Offa's Dyke, the Welsh-English divide and the reason why these 'Marcherlands' are so attractive to those looking for somewhere off the beaten track. Mike Parker's book All the Wide Border: Wales, England and The Places Between is published by HarperNorth. The BBC Countryfile Magazine Plodcast is the Publishers Podcast Awards Special Interest Podcast of the Year 2024 and the PPA Podcast of the Year 2022. If you've enjoyed the plodcast, don't forget to leave likes and positive reviews. Contact the Plodcast team and send your sound recordings of the countryside to: theplodcast@countryfile.com. If your letter, email or message is read out on the show, you could WIN a Plodcast Postbag prize of a wildlife- or countryside-themed book chosen by the team. The Plodcast is produced by Jack Bateman and Lewis Dobbs. The theme tune was written and performed by Blair Dunlop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trashy Royals
103. Queen Cynethryth of Mercia

Trashy Royals

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 44:31


Just in time for Women's History Month here in the US, Alicia has a story as old as time - an 8th century Queen of the central English kingdom of Mercia during the Anglo-Saxon period who maybe was the victim of a smear campaign centuries later. Obviously, contemporaneous records of the period are sparse, but what we do think we know is that Queen Cynethryth and her husband King Offa had a contentious relationship with the Archbishop of Canterbury in that period. Mercia confiscated some of the Archbishop's lands, and the Archbishop supported an uprising that saw Kent liberate itself from King Offa's rule. Things went far enough south between them that Offa eventually created an entirely new Archdiocese in Lichfield that would presumably be a bit more compliant with his wishes.And while Offa and Cynethryth would outlive that Archbishop of Canterbury, it seems that the Church would have the final say over Cynethryth's story. Coincidentally, that portrayal became extremely negative right around the time, centuries later, that Empress Matilda was attempting to exert her righteous claim to the English throne after the death of her father, King Henry I.Listen ad-free at patreon.com/trashyroyalspodcast.To advertise on this podcast, reach out to info@amplitudemediapartners.com.SponsorsThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/trashyroyals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trashy Royals
103. Queen Cynethryth of Mercia

Trashy Royals

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 51:31


Just in time for Women's History Month here in the US, Alicia has a story as old as time - an 8th century Queen of the central English kingdom of Mercia during the Anglo-Saxon period who maybe was the victim of a smear campaign centuries later. Obviously, contemporaneous records of the period are sparse, but what we do think we know is that Queen Cynethryth and her husband King Offa had a contentious relationship with the Archbishop of Canterbury in that period. Mercia confiscated some of the Archbishop's lands, and the Archbishop supported an uprising that saw Kent liberate itself from King Offa's rule. Things went far enough south between them that Offa eventually created an entirely new Archdiocese in Lichfield that would presumably be a bit more compliant with his wishes. And while Offa and Cynethryth would outlive that Archbishop of Canterbury, it seems that the Church would have the final say over Cynethryth's story. Coincidentally, that portrayal became extremely negative right around the time, centuries later, that Empress Matilda was attempting to exert her righteous claim to the English throne after the death of her father, King Henry I. Listen ad-free at patreon.com/trashyroyalspodcast. To advertise on this podcast, reach out to info@amplitudemediapartners.com. Sponsors This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/trashyroyals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POPlitics
Dismantling The Health Insurance Ponzi Scheme | Brigham Buhler

POPlitics

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 104:40


We talk about Big Food and Big Pharma…now it's time for Big Insurance. Two time Joe Rogan guest Brigham Buhler is here to blow the lid off America's broken healthcare system. He's on a mission to dismantle the insurance Ponzi scheme and deliver bold solutions for health, longevity, and patient empowerment. Get ready for an eye-opening, red pill kind of conversation.Thank you to our sponsors!

POPlitics
Dark Waters: The True Crime Of Teflon & Nonstick Pans | Robert Billott, Esq.

POPlitics

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 79:59


Imagine being a lawyer for BIG chemical companies… and then finding out they've been knowingly poisoning people for DECADES. That's exactly what happened to Environmental Attorney Robert Billott when a desperate farmer walked into his office with proof that something evil was happening.What started as one case turned into a MASSIVE legal battle exposing the truth about Forever Chemicals—toxic substances lurking in our water, our products, and even our bodies. His story inspired the documentary 'The Devil We Know' AND the Hollywood film 'Dark Waters' starring Mark Ruffalo and Anne Hathaway. He's also the author of Exposure, where he spills ALL the details. Today, Robert joins Culture Apothecary to break down what's REALLY in our water—and what we can do about it.Thank you to our sponsors!

All Things Considered
Offa's Dyke - Highlights

All Things Considered

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2025 27:54


The border between England and Wales is something that some don't really notice. Whether you're crossing the Severn Bridge in the South as you see the dark grey of rain clouds loom. Or crisscrossing back and forth, dancing between lands in the North. Travelling between these two countries is something that is done easily and without much thought.For others, the border is a matter of heart, identity, heritage and pride. Look closely and you will see flat fields turn to mounds and mountains. Listen carefully, and you will hear accents adapt and language become a love affair. Dig deep and you find historic wounds and a heavy weariness. Whilst there are no border gates or passport controls, there are many historic evidences of a meaningful border. From the natural difference in geography, to the line of Europe's most heavily populated castle cluster. There are remnants of a boarder everywhere.During the summer, in a series of 4 programmes, the team at All Things Considered explored this most intriguing border line: Offa's Dyke. In this programme we will journey through the Dyke once more as we revisit some of the highlights.

Stuff That Interests Me
Danes, Dykes, and Denarii: How Did The Pound Come About?

Stuff That Interests Me

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2024 8:40


“If once you have paid him the Dane-geld, You never get rid of the Dane.”Rudyard KiplingThe winter of 406-407 was bitterly cold across Europe. The Rhine froze over, enabling hordes of Vandals, Alans - I love the fact that there was a tribe of Alans - and Suebi to make their way across the river, and into the Roman empire. They were violent with hunger, from the cold and greedy for what they had admired for so long on the other side.The response from Rome was slow, weak and inadequate.In Britain, Rome had already lost the north and west to warlords. The Roman armies in Britain, who, at best, had been paid with debased money, feared these Germanic tribes would cross into Britain next, so, led by Constantine III, who declared himself “Western Roman Emperor”, they made their way across the Channel and into Gaul, leaving ‘Britannia' to fend for itself. We do not really know if it was Rome that gave up Britain, or Britain that gave up Rome, but, either way, the Dark Ages had well and truly begun.Gold , silver and bronze coins had been widespread under the Romans. They were used to pay taxes, and often re-minted to pay the army and the civil service. But after Constantine III's departure, few coins were either minted or imported. Judging by the numerous hoards found from the period, many people buried their money - presumably to keep it safe in this unruly new environment of no military protection and merciless invasion from Angles, Saxons and other tribes from the continent. With the lack of new supply, existing coins were re-used. Clipping - cutting off the edges to steal metal - became widespread. The previously vigorous late Roman monetary system crumbled. It was not for another 200 years that minting properly started up again.The Anglo-Saxon invaders initially used gold more for adornment rather than as currency. Though there are examples of earlier Anglo-Saxon coins, King Eadbald of Kent was the first Anglo-Saxon whose name we actually know to mint coins. This was around 625AD - small, gold coins called scillingas (shillings), modelled on coins from France. Numismatists now call them thrymsas.As the century progressed, these coins grew increasingly pale, until there was very little gold in them at all. From about 675, small, thick, silver coins known as sceattas came into use in all the countries around the North Sea, and the gold shilling was superseded by the silver penning, or penny. As money, gold fell out of use almost altogether, though silver had something of a boom.It is thought the word ‘penny', like the German ‘pfennig' derives from the pans into which the molten metal for making them was poured. ‘Pfanne' is the German for ‘pan'. Another theory is that it derives somehow from the denarius, as the symbol for the penny used to be the d. Likely a bit of both.The Mercian King Offa, he of dyke fame, who reigned for almost 40 years from 757 to 796, must be one of the greatest Anglo-Saxon kings, certainly the greatest of the 8th century. As well as his dyke, which protected his kingdom from Welsh invaders, and provided a barrier by which he could collect duties, he is credited for the widespread adoption of the silver penny and pound as a unit of account (though the pound was in use before his reign, he still gets the credit). His coins, with portraits and intricate designs, were as accomplished as anywhere in Europe at the time. His system, though probably imported from Charlemagne and the Franks, for reasons which will become clear, almost certainly dates back to the Romans. 12 silver pence equalled a scilling. 20 scillingas, or 240 pennies (12 x 20), equalled a pound weight of silver. Thus did the pound we still use today get its name - it was, simply, a pound weight of sterling silver.The Latin word for a "pound" is libra and the pound sign, £, is a stylized writing of the letter L. The d meanwhile used for pence comes from the Latin denarius. The roots of the British system of money are Roman.Offa's system remained standard until at least the 16th century and, in many ways, until decimalization in 1971. You had to add up each unit of currency separately in this format: £3.9.4, which would be spoken "three pounds, nine shillings and four pence," or "three-pounds, nine and four." To add, you would calculate each unit separately, then convert pence to shillings, leaving leftover pence in the right column. Then convert the shillings to pounds (with leftover shillings in the middle column). And then add up the total pounds. It sounds complicated when you explain it, especially to those oriented in metric, but, like all traditional measures, it is quite intuitive in practice.On this note, have you seen my lecture about weights and measures? It's superb! Offa's systems were gradually consolidated over the subsequent centuries, especially as the kingdoms of Anglo-Saxon Britain began to merge. In the 860s, for example, the kingdoms of Mercia and Wessex formed an alliance by which coinage of a common design could circulate through both of their lands.The Viking invaders found coinage systems far more sophisticated than their own, and the Danegeld, the protection money with which they were bought off, was paid in silver pennies. I had always thought the “geld” in Danegeld meant “gold” but in fact it means yield, and the Viking invaders demanded this tribute wherever in Europe they ravaged.Buying gold to protect yourself in these uncertain times? I recommend The Pure Gold Company. Pricing is competitive, quality of service is high. They deliver to the UK, US, Canada and Europe or you can store your gold with them. More here.The Danegeld system was quite efficient - on both sides. For the invaders, they were often paid more than they could raise by looting, without having to fight. For the locals, the ravaging was avoided, although, as Rudyard Kipling noted in his poem on the subject, “if once you have paid him the Dane-geld, You never get rid of the Dane.”The Danegeld probably also motivated improvements to Anglo-Saxon coinage. To pay his own soldiers, to build forts and ships, and to pay Danegeld, Alfred the Great increased the number of mints in his realm to at least 8. His successor Athelstan had 30 and, to keep order, passed a law in 928 stating that England should have just one currency. Ever since, there has been just one. This was many centuries before standardisation in France, Germany, or Italy.When William, Duke of Normandy, invaded England in 1066, he succeeded where his Viking ancestors had failed for over 270 years, in that he managed to conquer all of England. It meant he took control of English coinage, which was far superior to that of his homeland. William's coins, struck back in Normandy, are remarkable for how poor they are, compared to their English counterparts.He had at least seven types of English pennies struck with his name on, enabling him to achieve the rebrand that was so important to him. No longer was he William the B*****d, as he was then known. Now he was William the Conqueror. He let the world know through his coins. It worked: that is how we still know him today.It is a little ironic that the pound should be so named for its silver. Because, from the time of Isaac Newton and the founding of the Bank of England, silver had very little to do with the pound. Only gold.That story is told here: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theflyingfrisby.com/subscribe

GR Rideshare Adventures Podcast
Interview with André Ferraz, CEO and co-founder of Incognia which deals with gig app security. Ep 217

GR Rideshare Adventures Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 33:54


Send us a textInterview with André Ferraz, CEO and co-founder of Incognia which deals with gig app security. Ep 217 This ep was so cool to record.  We all talk about the people scamming the system in the gig world. Andre is fighting all those scammers. You will not be disappointed in this amazing interview!https://www.incognia.com/ https://www.incognia.com/resources/essential-guide-to-promotion-abuse-on-food-delivery-platforms Want this kind of episode early? Join the 10.00 tier on Patreon! Love the show? You now have the opportunity to support the show with some great rewards by becoming a Patron. Tier #2 we offer free merch, an Extra in-depth podcast per month, and an NSFW pre-show https://www.patreon.com/thegigeconpodcastEverything Gig Economy Podcast Related:https://gigeconomyshow.com/Download the audio podcast https://link.chtbl.com/TheGigEconomyPodcastDo you want to pee in something fancy when you can't find a bathroom?Introducing the Thisty Goose: thirstygoose.co/THEGIGECONOMYPODCASTUse the code: THEGIGECONOMYPODCAST for 10% offA mobile vending machine in your car and way better than cargo! https://ridy.club/presale/order?ref_code=3db5 Octopus is a mobile entertainment tablet for your riders. Earn 100.00 per month for having the tablet in your car! No cost for the driver!https://playoctopus.page.link/HD2FBKJzFqRR35YE9 Want to earn more and stay safe? Download Maxymo  https://middletontech.com/gigeconomypodcastSupport the showThis podcast is produced by Hey Guys Media Group LLC Want to start your own podcast? Reach out to them today!

GR Rideshare Adventures Podcast
Do you like Karaoke? You will love hearing from Linda or should I say, "Lyrics with Linda" Ep 212

GR Rideshare Adventures Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 25:32


Send us a textDo you like Karaoke? You will love  hearing from Linda or should I say,  "Lyrics with Linda" Ep 212Follow Linda on TikTok She has over 10 million likes on her page!!Everything Gig Economy Podcast Related: https://gigeconomyshow.com/Download the audio podcast https://link.chtbl.com/TheGigEconomyPodcastDo you want to pee in something fancy when you can't find a bathroom?Introducing the Thisty Goose: thirstygoose.co/THEGIGECONOMYPODCASTUse the code: THEGIGECONOMYPODCAST for 10% offA mobile vending machine in your car and way better than cargo! https://ridy.club/presale/order?ref_code=3db5 Octopus is a mobile entertainment tablet for your riders. Earn 100.00 per month for having the tablet in your car! No cost for the driver!https://playoctopus.page.link/HD2FBKJzFqRR35YE9 Want to earn more and stay safe? Download Maxymo  https://middletontech.com/gigeconomypodcastLove the show? You now have the opportunity to support the show with some great rewards by becoming a Patron. Tier #2 we offer free merch, an Extra in-depth podcast per month, and an NSFW pre-show https://www.patreon.com/thegigeconpodcastCommunity Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/451789943399295/The Gig Economy Podcast Group Download Telegram 1st, then click on the link to join. https://t.me/joinchat/R42wUR2QGhCi2gBDTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gigeconomypodcast?This podcast is produced by Hey Guys Media Group LLC http://www.heyguysmediagroup.comWant to start your own podcast? Reach out to them today!At The Gig Economy Podcast, our mission is to guide you toward the best strategies to amplify your income in the gig economy. For more top tips and industry knowledge, visit our website, tune into our podcast, or stay connected with our newsletter. Here's to your successful journey on the road!Support the showThis podcast is produced by Hey Guys Media Group LLC Want to start your own podcast? Reach out to them today!

Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle (BYU)
7-16-24 - Will Koffe ,Team OFFA - How good can Kendal Wall be for BYU in 2025?

Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle (BYU)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 13:34


Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 3 to 7 pm.Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcastshttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

Breaking Beauty Podcast
#DamnGood Amazon Prime Day Special! The Most Viral Products To Add To Your Cart, From the #1 Best-Selling Foundation on Amazon to a French Pharmacy Staple and a Cleanser That You Won't Want to Travel Without

Breaking Beauty Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 48:37


It's a #DamnGood Amazon Prime Days shopping special! We're in your feeds with an “early bird” episode dedicated to the viral finds flying off shelves.Tune in as we test-drive:The #1 best-selling cushion foundation on Amazon that's gone completely viral on TikTok – and costs only $25 A $12 smash-hit liquid bronzer that you can score with its very own Gift With Purchase The iconic body cream that Carlene always empties – now, at 15% offA next generation skin cleanser that was 10 years and 50 patents in the making (and unlike anything that we've tried before!)A French pharmacy must that has more than 35,000 reviews on Amazon – and it's 20% offStay tuned to the end when we reveal some blockbuster deals – including $100 savings on a product that we've been talking about since episode one!Shop, and follow, our Amazon storefronts for more!Amazon storefront (USA)Amazon storefront (Canada) Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter. Join our private Facebook group, or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ Related episodes like this:

Gone Medieval
Rise of Mercia

Gone Medieval

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 41:56


In Gone Medieval's special series examining some of Anglo-Saxon Britain's most significant kingdoms, we arrive at the kingdom of Mercia, which once enjoyed supremacy over not only Wessex but all of the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms. At its peak, Mercia controlled what is now Birmingham and London, but it ceased to be a kingdom when Alfred the Great came to power. But its history did not end there. In this episode, Matt Lewis speaks to Annie Whitehead, author of Mercia: The Rise and Fall of a Kingdom, to discover the important role the Mercians - including such renowned characters as Penda, Offa and Lady Godiva - played in the forging of the English nation.This episode was edited by Ella Blaxill and produced by Rob Weinberg.Enjoy unlimited access to award-winning original documentaries that are released weekly and AD-FREE podcasts. Get a subscription for £1 per month for 3 months with code MEDIEVAL - sign up here.You can take part in our listener survey here.