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Podcast by Climate Justice Alliance

A Place to Call Home, hosted by Sam Fryer, is a podcast for the next generation of Australian primary producers, sharing the stories, lessons and insights from people building a life on the land.Through honest conversations with farmers, industry leaders and rural entrepreneurs, each episode explores the journeys behind agriculture — the successes, the challenges, and the decisions that shape life in rural Australia.Guests share first-hand experiences from across the industry, along with practical knowledge to help guide those looking to build their future in agriculture and find a place to ...

A new podcast exploring stories about forced migration as told by those who lived through it.

Dunedin Blue is an independent documentary podcast series exploring the history and year-round relationship between Dunedin, Florida and the Toronto Blue Jays — the only team in Major League Baseball history to train in the same town for its entire existence AND the smallest city in today's Major League Baseball spring training landscape. For nearly half a century, Dunedin has been more than a spring training stop. It's where seasons are born, superstars begin their climb, veterans rebuild, and generations of players, staff, locals, and fans become part of a year-round shared baseball story....

When a fancy car pulls up outside six-year-old Marie's home in 1959, her dad tells her she is going on holiday. But little does she know she will not see her home again for four long years. Her family cannot afford to keep her at home. Marie tells the story of how she was taken away from a poor but happy and loving home life to live in a convent - away from everyone and everything she holds dear. Her hair is bluntly chopped, her clothes are taken away and her name is changed. Then a horrific ritual of physical, sexual and mental abuse begins.

'I tend to think of myself as a man of few words, but looking at this collection it seems to have been gab gab gab for the last thirty years'. Admittedly not all the words are his own - but even the work of other writers can be transformed by Alan Bennett. This unique anthology of Bennett's...

Step into the captivating world of Victorian travel with Kinglake’s Eothen. This extraordinary narrative chronicles his adventurous journey through the Ottoman Empire, culminating in his time spent in Cairo during a devastating plague. Rich with vivid descriptions and insightful reflections, Kinglake offers readers a unique glimpse into a bygone era, where the exotic landscapes and vibrant cultures of the East come alive. Join us as we explore the beauty, challenges, and unforgettable encounters that define this remarkable journey. [Summary by hefyd]