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This is the story about Tommy and how he came to better understand the animals around him. Tommy has a favourite stone that he likes to sit upon to think about his day and ponder his troubles. He comes to name this stone the wishing-stone, as it seems to grant his impulsive wishes to become various animals that happen to cross his path while sitting there. Tommy learns first-hand about the exciting life of these animals and gains a new perspective after each exciting adventure. - Summary by SweetHome

Tommy Smith is a wicked little boy, who would harm animals for sport. He would catch them if he could, throw stones if he could not, and generally disturb all animals around him. He became such a nuissance to everyone at last that the animals hold a meeting to discuss what to do. The wise owl has an idea: "Let the next animal that he is going to kill or throw stones at, call out to him, and tell him not to do so. This will surprise him so much that he will be sure to leave off, and then each of us can tell him something about ourselves in turn. In this way he will get such a high idea of all ...

Peggy the cat lives in the post office at R., and she's just had a litter of kittens. However, instead of snuggling up with them in the box prepared for her by the post officers, she prefers a corner in the cellar by the post bags. But oh noes, little Tommy falls into one of those bags and is shipped off to Connecticut with the Thanksgiving mail! Read of Tommy's adventures in this delightful little book. - Summary by Carolin

J. M. Barrie, best known for his timeless classic Peter Pan, also gifted us with the poignant tale of Sentimental Tommy. This novel delves into the life of a young boy navigating the harsh realities of growing up in the slums of London at the twilight of the 19th century. Unlike Peter Pan, Tommy cannot escape the demands of adulthood, even as he grapples with his childhood dreams amidst the struggles of his environment. This semi-autobiographical narrative invites readers to explore the intersection of fantasy and reality in a boys formative years. - Summary by Stav Nisser.

Prepare to be captivated by authentic individuals and their astonishing real-life encounters! We delve deep into the enigmatic realm of the paranormal, uncovering the mysteries of ghosts, cryptids, UFOs, and beyond! From the legendary Bigfoot to the elusive Dogman, extraterrestrial beings to mind-bending conspiracies, and even further into the unknown! Join Tommy and his esteemed guests as we embark on an exhilarating expedition through the thrilling world of high strangeness, sharing our most extraordinary paranormal experiences. Embrace the excitement and let's get freaky together!

Join us on a captivating journey through the life of Elisha Gray (August 2, 1835 – January 21, 1901), an American electrical engineer and co-founder of the Western Electric Manufacturing Company. Gray is often hailed as the true inventor of the variable resistance telephone, having developed a groundbreaking prototype in 1876 in Highland Park, Illinois. Despite his contributions, he famously lost the telephone patent to Alexander Graham Bell. In Natures Miracles Familiar Talks on Science, published in 1900, Gray shares his insights on science and technology, making complex concepts ...

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🎧 Did You Know This? is the podcast that takes one weird, funny, or fascinating fact and dives deep into it – every episode. Why do octopuses have three hearts? Does it really rain diamonds on Jupiter? And wait... is salmon actually gray?With a mix of solid science and quirky humor, each episode delivers 7–15 minutes of pure wonder.Perfect for your commute, your coffee break, or whenever you want to surprise someone with random brilliance.📌 New episodes as often as possible – available in both English and Swedish! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tommy and Will explore the wildlife in the Ottawa area. They bring in guests to talk about anything from sick bats to invasive fish. A very (un)serious podcast that will still cover important info on the critters in the National Capital Region of Canada.

Welcome to our podcast! Our goal is to have a conversation about the seeming rise of distrust in common knowledge. We explore the popular conspiracy theories. We ask where do they come from, where are they going, and why do people believe them. In our age of easy information it's easy to end up with false information. Let's see if we can explore how it all works together.“We are a way for the cosmos to know itself.” Carl Sagan.

Join Tommy as he delves into the cutting-edge world of AI and humanoid robots in Really Robots. In this show, we explore how artificial intelligence is not just a concept of the future but a reality shaping our world today. Through data-driven stories, Tommy works with various types of AI to uncover the fascinating ways technology is transforming industries, society, and our daily lives. From lifelike humanoid robots to advanced AI systems, Really Robots takes you on a journey into the heart of innovation, revealing how the future is unfolding right before our eyes.

All things EMT. Explore the Emergency Medical Technician’s world and a little firefighting. Stories, opinions and digressions in the style of the great American orator and flimsy know-it-all, Cliff Clavin.tommyzlove@yahoo.com

What’s the nastiest word you’ve ever been called? Each episode of You Can’t Say That?! features an anonymous guest sharing a jaw-dropping story about a word they have some Big Feelings about. We’ll dig deep into the origins of these loaded terms with esteemed linguists and historians, then go beyond the academia with insight from a captivating lineup of professionals, from competitive weightlifters to gynecologists. Hear why some R-rated words feel empowering, while some G-rated words can pack a lasting punch. Brace yourself for an eye-opening investigation of the words and topics that...

The host, Tommy Fowler, is an amateur naturalist with a deep love for the outdoors. Each week we will discuss the natural history of wild plants or animals. These discussions will give the listener much information about these plants and animals and hopefully surprise the listener with some interesting and/or fun facts. -Please leave 5 stars as a review. -Please be sure to hit follow. -What would help me the most is if you would hit the download button on each of the episodes. -Also, please tell 1-2 friends or family of my nature podcast ... "The Amateur Naturalist".Podcast Website: https://...

The Mind Body Plants Podcast, hosted by Tommy Moore, explores the science and philosophy of the human brain and body. Tommy is a qualified Nutritionist and Exercise Scientist, and passionate Spiritual & Mental Health Advocate.

Are you tired of one-sided narratives about nature and conservation? Simplified takes that ignore the nuance and complexity of matters? This show brings you diverse perspectives on environmental stories, examining their ecological, social and political dimensions. Listen and become a well-rounded voice, empowered to foster dialogue and create change. I'm Tommy Serafinski and this is the Conservation and Science podcast, where we take a deep dive into topics of ecology, conservation and human-wildlife interactions (which, in most cases, means human-wildlife conflict). I talk with world-class ...

What’s That Noise?! The podcast about confusion! Tune in for marginally intelligent discussions on a variety of topics with academics, researchers, community leaders, musicians, and noisemakers of all kinds. Follow us on Twitter @WTNcast and @whatsthatdata.

Welcome to the 'Digging to the Other Side' podcast, where we talk about archaeology and related topics in North and South America through the perspectives of Asian hyphenated archaeologists. We'll give insights into how that affects not only our approach to the field of archaeology but also how the field approaches us. So adjust your perspective and get ready to engage as we take archaeology and dig to the other side.