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A very nice, chatty podcast. A fair amount of time is spent just chatting, but there are also some segments and interviews. The 'explicit' rating is there because they have frank, explicit discussions, when and as they come up.

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This is an interview podcast, with no frills and no bells and whistles. There is a slightly echoing quality, which is distracting at first. On the other hand, the quality of the interviews is very good. The interview with Nedeem Aslam, in particular, was hard for me to listen to because about five minutes in I wanted to turn the podcast in and start writing myself. I'd recommend this to anyone who wants insight to the writing process, or who wants to find new reading material.

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I can't decide whether to be amused or annoyed at this podcast. It's a massive performance for a website which has as its stated goal to get 1,000,000 viewers by February 14th. The website itself has remarkably little content, and what's there is fairly generic positive sentiments and cute pictures. It's a promotion for a (self help program? cult? book? movie?) "Pay it forward". The website claims that if it gets its one million hits it will change the world in some unspecified positive way on valentines day... I think I might want to update my anti virus program, but the less cynical (or more easily amused) of you may want to check it out.

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This podcast consists of short, dramatic readings from a number of sources. The pieces are enjoyable, but a bit shorter in duration than my ideal listening time. I think it's a nice change of pace from the usual dramatic podcast.

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A man podcasting about himself, his life, and his world. He was (until very recently) a newspaperman, which explains why he can write so effectively. He's also a good speaker. I think I will have to subscribe to this one.

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A simple, straightforward poetry podcast. Original poems are read by their authors or by the podcast hostess, so they will vary considerably in tone and content (note the parental content warning). Very nicely put together.

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I lost track of this podcast last summer, and just started catching up on the backlog. This is a super-creepy post holocaust story. It's sounds like the zombie apocalypse meets minions of the elder gods, but I'm not sure I've caught all the threads yet. Very much worth listening to, but don't listen when you're alone, late at night. (full disclosure - I read one of the earlier episode recaps, so I'm biased. OTOH - I did that because I was loving the creepiness, and am looking forward to catching up with the story)

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This seems to be the new feed for the old "Don't Panic, It's Organic" podcast. It seems to be the podcast version of a radio show. The information is excellent, and the music is delightful, but the pacing is a bit slow for my personal taste. If you've been missing that feed, you need to resubscribe. If you never discovered it the first time around, and are a gardener, you should at least give it a listen.

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The author reads his work here. He starts off overpronouncing a bit, but loosens up as soon as he hits the dialogue. The characters are not necessarily sympathetic, but they are interesting. It's a story of the Chicago Mob during the roaring '20s. Starts off as dialogue driven, with a large dose of backstory, but it captures your interest pretty quickly.

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The podcast is sponsored by a probiotic diet system, but it's an up front association, so something to be aware of. Most of the episodes seem to be focused on diet and nutrition, so expect a sponsor bias. Recent shows interview a psychiatrist about vitamin D deficiency and its effect on the heart. A highly published certified naturopath talking about how a dietary book which highlights a 'miracle fiber'. An authority on evidenced based dietary supplements who represents a fish oil manufacturer... I would find this podcast more personally useful if it featured interviews with individuals who were not economically involved with the 'miracle cures' - with one exception the 'experts' mentioned above had a conflict of interest which makes them less useful as an information source. The exception was a medical expert speaking very much out of his field. Although there may be good information in some of the episodes, I think it would be hard for an uneducated listener to be certain what's fact and what's bias. From what I heard, I'd have to say it's a series of informercials, and should be though of as such.

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Seamus Jocum, the writer of 'Sex Percussions' webcomic hosts this podcast. He's very knowledgable and interested in the field. At one point he mentions a two episode per week schedule, which is tremendously ambitious for such a long podcast, and he can be forgiven for not managing to hit the mark. Sound quality is not the best, there doesn't seem to be much post production at all. On the other hand, the music selection is eclectic and good. I'd reccommend it for anyone who is on the lookout for new comics to read, or who is interested in producing one.

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Audio books reviewed by a variety of individuals, and processed through a text-to-speech generator, apparently without anyone listening to the final product before uploading it (at one point a paragraph repeats). The reviews are good quality, but the technique for producing the podcast retracts. It's nice to have the reviews, but it might be better just to read them on a blog rather than listening to this production.

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This vidcast is a companion to a christmas recipe website. The production value is mediocre at best (it's basically a text-based slideshow with christmas music in the background) and the cast itself will become obsolete in a month (until next year). Having said that, it's a useful resource which does 'exactly what it says on the tin'. The site will go into my bookmarks, anyway, and probably has a place in yours as well.

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An interview show designed to inspire job hunters in various fields. Most of the interviews are over the phone, and the production style is relaxed and content based, without much post production or editing. Not polished, but still effective.

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Not my area of geekery, but I still found the show entertaining to listen to. It's cast with great interest and enthusiasm. The sound quality is reasonable, and I have a great deal of respect for the committment to get information out in such a timely manner. You go, guys.

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Much as I dislike giving negative reviews, I can't find anything positive to say about this. There are technical problems with the feed. Once I managed to view the mp4 I still found it difficult to read, the production is amateurish and ugly. The site looks like both spam and quackery. Not only don't I think it's worth watching, I think the FDA needs to crack down on this nonsense.

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An interview podcast dedicated to merging creativity and professional life. A good listen for anyone who is gearing up for a career change, looking for inspiration and encouragement.

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A quick, informational podcast put out by the National Institutes of Health Clinical Center. I personally would prefer something more in-depth and educational, and I'm not really sure who the 'target audience' is, but it's worth listening to.

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An in depth discussion of neurscience, by a neurologist, for a general audience. I find it educational and entertaining, not good background listening.

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Fairly amusing for a couple of guys hanging out talking about current events and personal experiences.

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Very serious and well thought out discussion of racial issues. Worth listening to.

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Exactly what it says on the tin. The hostess knits a fairly complex pattern for fifteen minutes, reciting each stitch as she makes it. Her voice is soft and even, very restful to listen to, but knitting lace this way is sure to be a challenge - no chart to refer to if you lose your place. You can hear the needles clicking in the background, which is actually very nice. It makes you feel like you're knitting with a friend.

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Short, sweet gardening spots which are timed to the English climate. Emma has a wonderful voice and is a pleasure to listen to.

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This is, apparently, the podcast version of a radio show. The information is good, the music is good, but the pacing didn't appeal to me, and I won't be downloading the next episode for that reason. Definitely worth checking out though if you are interested in organic gardening.

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In general, I dislike 'radio morning shows', internet or not. This one, however, is really funny. I MUST hear more, and you must too.

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Great video series dealing with Global Warming from a risk management perspective.

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Fun, fast shows each based around a very simple fact, not a full lesson.

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Good, short vid casts by independant film makers about various environmental projects. Good, but I'd like 'learn more' links in the show notes.

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This must be the 'kindest gentlest' podcast ever to come out of the rant-wing...

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A good, solid couple's podcast. The 'chemistry' didn't work for me, but I think it will appeal to many listeners. If you like daily life podcasts, make sure to give it a chance.

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Original fiction, nicely produced. Worth listening to.

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A fun SF media roundtable discussion. A great way for fans to 'get their geek on'.

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A show about various computer issues, ranging from programming to hacking to news and politics. A bit on the technical side for my own use, but a good, thoughtful speaker and a good source of news.

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A left-wing political analysis show presented by two brothers living in Washington DC. Not heavy on 'bling', but still fun to listen to.

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This is an engaging fantasy podcast. It is really a little bit character study, a little bit coming of age tale, and a little bit of humor all worked into a dimensional gateway storyline. Lots of fun.

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The most recent episode is short, sweet and smart. A 'must hear' for every American voter, if only to broaden our understanding of the system, how it works, and how it has worked in the past. Very straight forward and too the point without being too dry.

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The two hosts are clearly enjoying themselves, and are enjoyable to listen to. It does, however, leave this reviewer feeling a bit old... Wide ranging discussion, and at least moderate knitting content.

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Lots of hemming and hawing here, and she doesn't sound as though she is having fun. Too much hostility being vented here for my taste. Much whining and name calling before she got around to talking about knitting at all.

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Knit, knit like the wind! A mixture of knitting discussion, music, humor, and the life of Brenda Dayne, all held together by a backdrop of varied pod-safe music. I love it for the knitting, and can listen to it with a minimum of snark from my husband.

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I LOVE it! It's like classic pulp with a nod to modern sensibilities (strong female characters, no racial comments, you get the idea) and a strong sense of fun.

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The show is mostly episodes of "The Arbiter Chronicles", an original space opera in radio-play format set in a richly developed ficional "Confederation". Lots of sex and libertarian philosophy, as well as discussion of religion vs rationality, and a smattering of other social issues. There are occasional one-shot radio plays (with the same cast) and a few story readings. Great fun.