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Enter "The Void" where, Dan Rigby hosts some seriously different conversations with mates, professionals and sometimes the left of center beautiful individuals. Be ready for loose covo's, deep and meaningful insight, and offensive banter towards anything from science, the gym, sport, sex, and life in general. Get Sucked In!! & prepare to be offended and laugh through the harsh lessons of life! Instagram - thevoid_pod_cast DM me for feedback and a heads-up if you want to come and tell your story!
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Radio 4 sketch show focused on overblown, melodramatic scenes from modern life. Broadcast in 17 episodes from 2012 to 2019, performed by Sara Pascoe, Daniel Rigby, Mike Wozniak, Cariad Lloyd, Henry Paker and Freya Parker. Written by Benjamin Partridge, Henry Paker and Mike Wozniak, with additional material from the cast.
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Presented by Barstool Sports, Cracking Aces is the newest podcast tackling all things poker, hosted by Nate, Smitty, and Mintzy from Barstool and professional poker player Jake Toole. It will feature the fun side of the poker world and exclusive interviews with the top players. Buckle up and enjoy! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/crackingaaces
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We speak to Daniel Shalom, the founder of Rigby AG, about the role of staffing companies in the Swiss job market and how recruiters can help expats find a suitable role. Daniel describes the difference between contracts, projects, and permanent placements. Then, he talks about the reasons why so many businesses work with a recruitment company and h…
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Send us a text Veteran English singer-songwriter Iain Matthews (Fairport Convention, Matthews Southern Comfort, Plainsong, solo) stopped by YMAAA during his recent U.S. East Coast tour to talk about Crowded House’s 1991 album, Woodface. Iain delves into his admiration for Neil Finn as a songwriter and performer, and breaks down several of the track…
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Send us a text Multi-instrumentalist/songwriter Joe Adragna of The Junior League makes a return visit to YMAAA to talk about Sloan’s 2001 album Pretty Together. (Joe was also the guest on Ep 49, on which he discussed The Monkees’ Pisces, Aquarius, Capricorn & Jones, Ltd.) Joe explains how he first got into Sloan and why the Canadian band is one of …
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Send us a text British pop/rock vocalist and songwriter Tasmin Archer joins Al to discuss Daniel Lanois’ 2003 album Shine. Tasmin talks about how she became a fan of Lanois’ music, and she breaks down the elements of Shine that make it one of her favorite albums, highlighting some of her favorite tracks along the way. She also revisits the making o…
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We speak to Pragati Siddhanti, the founder of the popular blog My Swiss Story, about how expats can get set up and build a successful career in Switzerland. Pragati shares how she came to Switzerland over eight years ago and has since worked as a technology leader in large, international companies, set up her blog and community, and become a guest …
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Send us a text For this episode, Will Rigby—drummer for the seminal indie rock band the dB’s—introduces Al to Cheri Knight’s 1998 album, The Northeast Kingdom. Will talks about his experience of playing on the album, breaks down aspects of the recording process and discusses why he loves the album and is proud to have played on it. He also talks ab…
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Send us a text Matt Johnson, the singer, songwriter and musician behind the post-punk band The The, visits YMAAA to talk about the first The The album in 24 years, Ensoulment. Matt talks about why he decided to write and record a The The album after spending the better part of two decades away from the project. He talks about what distinguished the…
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Send us a text Singer-songwriter Amy Rigby (solo, The Shams, The Last Roundup) has had a longstanding admiration for the power-pop band Fountains of Wayne, and she joins Al to chat about the band’s self-titled debut album from 1996. Amy talks about how she got into Fountains of Wayne and what it is about their first album that makes it especially n…
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We speak to Lisa Arnet from the Swiss Tourism Federation about sustainable tourism in Switzerland. The classification “Swisstainable” was created around three years ago. While it stated with only a few service providers, over 2,000 businesses and multiple destinations are involved today. Lisa explains the three dimensions of sustainability, how the…
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Send us a text CONTENT WARNING: There is discussion of suicide as it relates to the lyrics of the song “Dress Rehearsal Rag.” (Discussion begins at 46:44 and ends at 51:58.) Sean Nelson, formerly the frontman for the Seattle-based band Harvey Danger, joins Al to talk about Leonard Cohen’s 1971 album Songs of Love and Hate. Sean talks about how he f…
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Send us a text In celebration of the album’s 45th anniversary, musician and songwriter Bruce Sudano (Brooklyn Dreams, Alive N Kickin’, solo) visits YMAAA to talk about Donna Summer’s Bad Girls. He talks about the role he played in the making of the album, his relationship with Summer, to whom he was married for 32 years, and how Bad Girls represent…
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Send us a text Lizard Lips Vs Dickless Greys!...Melted Vaginal Mango Faces!...East Coast Jesus & Satans Boiz!...Bad Case Of The Solar Farts!... How To Clean Ur A.I. FkBot...The Power Fist Of Trump!... Dan Starts A Cuban Street Gang! In this emergency special, Tye & I tackle the recent assassination attempt of our supreme overlord D.J Trump. And She…
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Send us a text The Harsh Knee Of Fate!... Scarp Booking Your Youth!... The Pandemic Of Partying, A True Global Tragedy! Sess Pool Tour' De Shots!... Hottest Guy In Your LGA! Getting Kicked Out Politely!.. Ass Grabbin N Schooner Smashin!.. Tommy "In Da Houston" joins me for a chin wag about unexpected forks in the road of life, the evolution of the …
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Send us a text How to traumatize Haula cost survivors!!...Wog-Boaties, they don't make em like that anymore!!.. "You're a loser in the meta-verse, just like real life mate!!"... Sanatizing you A.I. FkBot of the future!!... Staunching nerds at Magic card conventions!!... Grandpa's, our alcoholic inspirations!!... BLITZKRIEG camping trips, Yeah the b…
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We speak to four women from the Zurich International Women’s Association about social groups and expat life in Switzerland. Karin, Martha, Debbie, and Carolina offer diverse perspectives on finding a social network. They speak about topics such as how to approach your neighbours, what you can do to meet others in your community, and how to juggle w…
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Send us a text Dallas-based singer/songwriter Stephanie Sammons joins Al to introduce him to Triumph’s 1986 album, The Sport of Kings. Stephanie talks about what she loves about this album and what made it an ideal album to blast on her car stereo. She and Al also talk about the interesting circumstances under which Triumph made The Sport of Kings.…
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Send us a text Nashville-based singer/songwriter Tim Easton joins Al to discuss an album that has nearly been the subject of several previous episodes (but never quite made the cut), Joni Mitchell’s album Blue from 1971. Tim talks about the unusual circumstance under which he first heard Blue as a teenager, why it is an important album for him and …
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Send us a text Getting Glassed By Poms!... Self -Imposed Lamb Bans!... Ryan Reynolds Golden Fingers!... Green Master DJ's!... Welcome to Whore Island Australia!... Have You Been Pre-Loading Sir?... Hostile Bowls Politics! Massive thanks to Digz coming in and sharing for Mens Mental Health Month!... and coming to terms with now being the "old C%#t"…
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Send us a text Legendary drummer John JR Robinson visits YMAAA to talk about a favorite album of his—and it happens to be one he also played on. JR talks about why he is so fond of Steve Winwood’s 1986 smash Back in the High Life, and why he thinks the album represented the end of an era. He breaks down several of his performances, including those …
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Send us a text Staunch Garden Warfare!...He "Puttin'd" Me Dick!...Lifting for Losers!... How Thique's Ya Cigar!... Mutually Assured Anal Damage!... Mates With Too Much Length!... As We Pour One For Jessie Jane RIP! Great catch-up with my old mate "Mr Mysterious" as we chat about global issues, relationship problems, shit mates, the gym and our gene…
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Send us a text Inter-Planitary First Dates!...Rise of the Rolex Gnomes!...Mrs B-Day Pressie Prenups!...River Rafting Pyramids!...Trumps Wall Around The Sun!...Is Earth Undatable?...When Aliens Ghost You!...Broom Stick Meditation!... The boys are back! 2 fan favs return for our usual, unusual perspectives on life, economics the dawning of mankind, s…
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We speak to Carolyn Schönafinger from Holidays to Switzerland about travelling around Switzerland. Carolyn has been visiting Switzerland for over 30 years and runs her own travel podcast. She tells us about four famous places (Lucerne, the Berner Oberland, Zermatt, and Montreux) as well as several destinations off the beaten track. We also talk abo…
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Send us a text Bassist Will Turpin of Collective Soul joins Al to talk about one of his favorite albums, Diorama (2002) by the Australian band Silverchair. Will explains what makes the orchestral arrangements on this album special, and he and Al contrast the orchestral tracks with the ones that are more typical of Silverchair’s earlier grunge sound…
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Send us a text Vaginal leg lacerations!... When ya know your boss can drop you!... Hitting the green whistle at work!... Chicks Vs Drop Kick Man circles!... Sheep Shearer Show Downs!... RSA Marshal Justice! In this impromptu poddy! we snuck away after a few bevies to talk sh%$t and have a laugh!! Young Jordy gets a glimpse into the loose times me a…
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We speak to Serge Frech, the director of the Swiss national association of ICT training (ICT-Berufsbildung), about basic and continued IT training in Switzerland. Unlike in many countries, most Swiss IT professionals complete vocational training. After achieving a basic degree, they can continue their education by obtaining a federal or advanced fe…
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Send us a text Julia Massey—the vocalist and keyboardist for the Seattle-based band Warren Dunes—comes to YMAAA to discuss The Black Tones’ 2019 album Cobain & Cornbread. Julia talks about how Cobain & Cornbread is one of a small number of albums that are a part of her “musical DNA,” and why the album resonates with her so strongly. She also discus…
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Send us a text Talking to the dead with the mrs... Captain America rain runs... Don't listen to your mum and dad... Broken aura aftercare... How to tune up your meat suit!... Don't trip into a time slip!.. Big thanks to Ant coming in for a chin wag!!.. Always refreshing meeting a great human with open perspectives and tackling life, laughing at eac…
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Send us a text How Big Is Your Ham Bagget!.. Face Licking Dad Attacks!!... How Much Does A Kink Kit Cost These Days?... Big Nerd Smack Downs!!.. Please Don't Sit On My Wife Like That!... Making Bank N Not Looking Back!... Our resident kink lord and dungeon master returns for an epic episode 20! Full of inappropriate and sometimes insightful life jo…
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Send us a text Ice Hockey Goon Hit Squads!.. Deep diving for Mammoth Boners!.. Jimmy Vs The Blizard.. Dumb Ct Economics.. Juiced Up Teens.. Injecting Burgers,, We Aren't Doctors-ish Mr Jimmy returns from Canada to share the love and stories while we give our 2 bob on some serious topics!.. with no real insight!…
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Send us a text (TW: brief mention of lyrics referencing suicide) Canadian singer/songwriter/guitarist Adrian Sutherland joins Al to introduce him to The Killers’ 2021 album Pressure Machine. Adrian talks about how The Killers have influenced his own music and what he loves about this specific album by the Las Vegas-based band. He focuses on how his…
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Send us a text Biden Blues!.. Hitlers Headless Dogs!.. Suicide Sick Days!.. Texting Ur Mrs Ur On Heroin!.. Puttin For Primeinister!.. Commies Through The Backdoor!.. World Economic Fopars! Alien Space Daddies!.. How sentient is your face! Dan-spiracies takes a second run! Welcome back Tye, our resident tin foil hat champion and professional rabbit …
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We speak to Laura Vrinceanu, who got her IT job through Rigby, about moving to Zurich, Switzerland. Laura relocated a year and a half ago to work for a bank as a Tableau developer. With seven years of professional experience under her belt, she is committed to never stop learning and strive for excellence in her field of work. Moving to Zurich has …
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Send us a text Vietnamese Assassin Robots!...Man Vs Morgage!...Skinny Dips With Jaws!...How to get kicked off a Contiki Tour!...Weaponised Migration!...Self Jizzing E-Glasses!.. the list goes on Mr Rolex AKA Brad returns for a session of big ass laughs, bizzo advice and general banter! A quick fan fav, absolutely love this human.…
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Send us a text On this ep we have Attila! an impressive young man who shows us!... The power of mortar shots!... How to offend your superior officer!... Indigenous trails littered with spirits!.... And what a couple of Kraken tentacles down your throat will do!.. Attila is one of the most switched on young men I've come across, showing us how to ma…
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Send us a text In this episode we put on our conspiracy hats, and dive deep into a bunch of irrelevant conspiracies we can't do F'All about anyways! - Epstein's Uber Service - Driving the Titanic on you L's - Vegans Vs Big Farma - Twin Towers made of sticks! - Is there a Megaldon in your pool? - Fisting Dead Mans Fingers - Bill Gate's pet Mozzies T…
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Send us a text Don't call your Mrs a "wood pig"!!... Alfresco dinning on dog meat kebabs!... The Sam Kerr Files Exposed!... First Dates Turn Deadly!!... Having Shots Of Broken Glass!!...Only Fans Road Trips! Matt is a great mate and a truly genuine human, who has seen and experienced some of the darker sides of life and is always happy to spread a …
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Send us a text Jazz bassist Mark Egan (Pat Metheny Group, Gil Evans Orchestra, Elements) introduces Al to John Coltrane’s 1965 classic A Love Supreme. Mark talks about how he first got acquainted with the album and why it’s a significant album for him personally. He discusses playing with devotional musician Krishna Das and how that connects with h…
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We speak to the Swiss education consultant Stefanie Busse about local, bilingual, and international schools in Switzerland. As a former German teacher, Stefanie has first-hand experience teaching in both public and international schools in Switzerland. She has been advising expat families for over 10 years about the Swiss education system and colla…
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Send us a text Superchunk guitarist Jim Wilbur joins Al and introduces him to The Triffids’ 1986 album Born Sandy Devotional. Jim talks about how he first heard the album when he was a college DJ, which tracks he gravitated towards and why he still listens to the album now. He and Al compare their impressions regarding both the album’s music and ly…
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Send us a text On this ep, Kane and I chat open and honestly about the decisions in life that can take us in unexpected and darker directions. The choices we have to make to swing the ship around to have a happy fulfilling life! Kane is a down to earth, accountable and honest person who never shy's away from the truth in all aspects of life. All th…
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Send us a text Tripping balls and fighting dragons in the mushroom kingdom...$6K super ionsied water!!...viewing the world in 3rd person...what flavour spirits are hanging off your nuts!! Dan & I sit down over a couple of Sunday mamosas in this Sunday session! A true gentleman and top human who is helping men find their path in the world....or is i…
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Send us a text "L Plate" yoga instruction... Monks on mountain tops.... getting your "boxes" sorted... nuking your own life... DIY Ice Cults!...how to not get violated in prison!!.. Who wants to be a Free Mason? In this ep Riley gets sucked into the void and down some serious rabbit holes on life perspective, being your genuine you....how to re-inv…
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Send us a text From getting propper smacked up for the first time... the roller coaster podcast journey!... doing our dads proud!... having tatts before day were kewl!.. taking life on the chin, with lowbrow/classy laughter.... and full flex nerd boners! Gabe is switched a on, confident, light hearted legend. Who's building a career and full life, …
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Send us a text From, Shoe String / Explosive Dick Therapy...Being Strapped To A Dragster...Shelving Vodka Bottles...When Ya 2 Bags Short Of A Good Time...To The Evolution Of Body Building!! Lee Shows Us How To Have A Light Hearted & Positive Attitude...Even When Life or Ur Mrs Tries To F%$ You In The A%$!! Looking Forward To The Next Round Of Tales…
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Send us a text This is the second of a two-part conversation with Washington, DC-based singer, guitarist and songwriter Mary Timony (Autoclave, Helium, Wild Flag, Ex Hex, solo). Mary talks about the difficult circumstances under which she made her new album, Untame the Tiger, and how her parents’ illnesses and deaths gave her a new perspective. She…
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Send us a text This is the first of a two-part conversation with indie rock singer, guitarist and songwriter Mary Timony (Autoclave, Helium, Wild Flag, Ex Hex, solo). In this episode, Mary introduces Al to Andy Pratt’s self-titled 1973 album. (In Part 2, Mary will discuss her soon-to-be-released solo album Untame the Tiger.) Mary discusses how she …
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We speak to the food experts Jessica Manurung and David Moginier about regional foods in Switzerland, particularly in the cantons of Basel and Vaud. Jessica is a Basel-based food blogger. She has been sharing her restaurant recommendations on social media since 2019. Last year, she published the Basel Cookbook, sharing a mix of innovative and tradi…
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Send us a text Property market pitfalls!.. Grabbing Life by the nutsy. The Seeding Of Humanity!.. Government Control!.. Fingering Aliens!.. What is your reality??.. And The Black Market Rolex Industry!! FFS Brad and I can skim the surface of any topic with our limited knowledge but hefty ass opinions. Brad is a true gentleman and exemplary "human",…
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Send us a text Mr Manny is a true example of showing what a young person can achieve and exploring the journey along the way, within business, life and setting goals that let us forge our own paths!! A true refreshing outlook on life. We missed the first hour due to technical issues, so you will just get "The Tip" until he comes back!…
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