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Echoing Fables with Gramps, where every story carries a lesson for the heart. The Stories and Fables have been passed down from Generation to Generation. The stories are for children and adults of all ages.

This witty and unexpected show brings you toponyms, abbreviations, euphemisms, old words, new words, cockney rhyming slang and Greek gobbledegook. Find out the meaning of words like giff-gaff, knock-knobbler and buckfitches; the difference between French marbles, French velvet and the French ache; hear the glorious poetry of the English language, as practiced from writers varying from William Shakespeare to Vanilla Ice; and spend time laughing and learning with some of the finest Wordaholics in the business.

Ponder the world's most pressing and seemingly pointless questions with Iain Lee and guests.

Ainsi s'égrène avec malice, humour, parfois noir, ironie certaine les aphorismes sortis de l'imagination de Gustave Flaubert qui travailla dès 1850 et jusqu'à la fin de sa vie à son Dictionnaire des idées reçues ou Catalogue des opinions chics. Il comporte environ 1 000 définitions se rapportant à des noms communs ou des noms propres. Y défilent tous les clichés de la société française de son époque, la pudibonderie, les lieux communs, les poncifs esthétiques, ou les sujets d'indignation futiles.

Join Elizabeth Gaskell as she weaves captivating tales across the pages of Charles Dickens Household Words, where she published 18 short works between 1850 and 1858. This collection is a delightful continuation of the Librivox series, featuring recordings of 7 pieces from 1854 to 1858. Within these stories, youll encounter two of Gaskells most significant shorter works Half a Lifetime Ago, which transports you to the picturesque English Lake District, and The Poor Clare, where a bewitched heroine is relentlessly pursued by her mischievous double. Additionally, The Sin of a Father and The ...

Dive into the compelling world of Elizabeth Gaskell, a prominent voice in Victorian literature and a key contributor to Charles Dickenss weekly magazine, Household Words, from 1850 to 1853. This collection features all of the short stories and non-fiction pieces that Gaskell published during this period, showcasing her remarkable talent. Included are her beloved serialized novels, Cranford, North and South, and My Lady Ludlow, alongside 18 shorter works that solidified her status as Dickenss most significant literary collaborator. Explore Gaskells poignant reflections on the working classes of...

Dame Emma Thompson, DBE, is one of Britain's most acclaimed actresses and scriptwriters. In this collection we hear - in her own words - about her early career as a comic and scriptwriter. She discusses some of her most famous works, including Fortunes of War, Sense and Sensibility, Remains of...

This fascinating collection of archive interviews with Muhammad Ali begins in 1965 with an interview with Harry Carpenter, and culminates with a TV interview with Joanna Lumley in 1989. Along the way Ali makes several famous appearances on Parkinson in the 1970s, and talks to David Frost in The...

Language is the key to understanding and unlocking our complicated world. It is also the key to the human heart. East and West, North and South, regardless of race, sex, gender, colour, religion, ethnicity, nationality or any other category, we are all made of stories. Stories bring us together, but untold stories keep us apart. In losing our voice something in us dies. Words have the power to change minds, move hearts. They can help and heal, but just as easily, they can hurt and destroy. Deep within, we all know that words are magic, but we rarely, if ever, stop to think about ...

In interviews ranging from 1972 to 1989, Roald Dahl talks about writing for children; his medical inventions to aid his ailing son and wife (the actress Patricia Neal) when they were seriously ill, and writing his short stories. He also covers his school days; military service; writing for films...

Words take the form of an art when spoken from one's heart. They're like little flowers that grow on you gradually but permanently. They have the power to make or break something or someone. FNP Media presents to you a series of spoken word poetries that capture the essence of love, life and more

Reflections in Words shares the poetry and prose of Lora Hollings, offering a quiet space for wonder, deep noticing, compassion, and whimsical tales. Through nature’s small miracles and meditations on aging, legacy, conscience, and the fragile beauty of being human, each piece invites reflection and connection. Stay awhile. Listen slowly. Let the words find you.

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How many F‑bombs is too many? To us… there’s no such thing. Movie F‑Words breaks down the most profanity‑heavy films of all time, using real stats from MovieFWords.com to explore how swearing shapes characters, scenes, and entire movies. From Scorsese gangsters to chaotic comedies, we track the numbers, debate the effectiveness, and celebrate the art of a perfectly‑placed F‑bomb. This podcast contains strong language, strong opinions, and an unhealthy love of movie data.

Word. by Tanya Monaghan is a podcast rooted in honest conversation and human connection.Each episode explores the stories, struggles, and wisdom of people doing life with depth - from wellness and beauty to purpose, resilience, and reinvention. Honest. Thoughtful. Unfiltered.Just words that matter.

Conversations on 50 years in the Antique, Collectibles, Estate Liquidation business Sharing Tips, Tricks, Hacks & Systems gleaned over half a century in the business of 'old stuff' I want to help you become the 'smartest person in the room' concerning antiques etc.

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On January 18th, 2026, people of Northfield, Minnesota and the surrounding area gathered at the Grand Event Center for a reading of poetry to help express their feelings at a particularly troubling time for their country, their state and their community. The event was organized by former Northfield poet laureate Rob Hardy, Content Bookstore and the Grand Event Center. KYMN Radio was proud to broadcast the event live

Agape Words & Wonders is a sacred space where the love of God speaks and the power of God moves.Rooted in the revelation of my book, The Agape Anointing, this podcast invites you into encounters that go beyond inspiration and into transformation. Here, we explore the depth of Agape love—the love that heals wounds, restores identity, silences accusation, and anchors us in unshakable truth.Each episode releases words saturated with God’s heart and wonders that testify of His presence. Through teaching, devotionals, prophetic insight, and Spirit-led conversations, we uncover how Agape love ...

Brand isn’t a dirty word—it’s your best strategy and your strongest story. In this trailer, host Amy Jackson shares why she created Brand Is Not A Four-Letter Word, what to expect in Season One, and how this podcast will help you cut through the noise and finally understand what “brand” really means.Learn more: brandisnotafourletterword.com