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On a mission to uncover why James Bond appeals so much to LGBTQ+ people and our allies. Why not see 007 from a different angle?
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Andrew & Tim, two Australian fans of Ian Flemings great creation, review every James Bond film in Licence to Podcast. Sharing our enjoyment for the great British spy and perhaps one day convincing EON Productions to set a film down under.
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Your South African driver's licence remains valid indefinitely, but the licence card itself needs to be renewed every five years. A challenge arises because the newly issued licence may not accurately reflect your actual years of driving experience; it only considers the time since it was issued. This discrepancy could complicate matters when trying to secure insurance for your vehicle or engaging in activities like renting a car abroad or converting your licence
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S2 E8: Balancing Life & Building Community
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This episode traverses the theme of building autistic community. We recognise the dearth of opportunities for autistic people to connect in real time. We share our ideas around how we might like to play a small part in facilitating aspects of this, for example by having guests on the podcast and running groups. We discuss various elements of this f…
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Uncovering the Bond art of Michael Gillette
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Michael Gillette’s art is nothing short of beloved by Bond fans. In 2008, he created a set of 15 instantly iconic covers for the Fleming centenary editions of the novels. Since then, he has also produced covers for continuation books. In October 2024, he releases his highly conceptual and utterly gorgeous covers for the new hardback editions of the…
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Licence to Podcast - Special Mission: The Fugitive
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004 and 009 go on the run with Harrison Ford pursued by Tommy Lee Jones in the early 90's classic thriller "The Fugitive". Its a wild ride as the boys discuss suprise casting choices, the most beautiful smile in the world and the death penalty. As always, we love your Negligent Discharge so send it to hello@licencetopodcast.com or Licence to Podcas…
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S2 E7: Pattern Seeking & The Quest For Balance
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This episode was recorded on the day when we had planned a pilot "Odd One In" group meeting. We cancelled the group with 24 hours notice because only two people had signed up at that point. We reflect on our relationships to change, flexibility, choice and managing our own ways of being alongside considering others with a variety of needs. Siana ra…
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S2 E6: I Don't Feel Like Coming Up With A Title
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In this episode we discuss the concept of Autistic Demand Avoidance. Siana differentiates ADA from PDA and speaks from her own experience of how it shows up across a range of areas in her life. We also check in on Leo's ADHD clinical diagnosis journey. We notice how classic traits of hyperactivity and inattention feature in our lives. We then discu…
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This episode is a fairly run-of-the-mill chit chat from a random Thursday in the middle of September. Themes include doing things for the first time, seasonal rhythms, breathing, special interests and the significance of "perspective". We showcase Leo's new drone and Siana would like to apologise for "droning" on a bit about her cough. Bonus SPIN-n…
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S2 E2: To Medicate Or Not To Medicate (An Auditory Chronicle)
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Leo is currently on the NHS pathway towards trying out ADHD medication. We discuss his experience of the assessment process so far. We then explore Siana's experience as a parent navigating the system. We speak about common obstacles and concerns within the process. We also reflect on whether medication might have changed outcomes for each of us in…
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S2 E4: An Existential Experience
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This episode is an excerpt from a follow up conversation we had regarding the gap between season 1 and 2. We reflect on a health situation Leo had to navigate over the summer. We discuss aspects of communication within the health care system and also between us. We also notice our tendency as autistic people to deal with what is in front of us and …
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This episode contains our reflections around beginning a new podcast season. We discuss the gap in recording and wonder about some aspects of this. We explore the concepts of autistic burnout and energy cycles. We also speak about inherent neurodivergence as opposed to the signs of neurodivergent distress or trauma. It will be no surprise that we d…
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On Our Minds Only? Episode 008 WHAT’S KEEPING YOU AWAKE? with Alex Lamas
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The episode’s title is a quote from Quantum of Solace, specifically the scene where Mathis attempts to get to the bottom of Bond’s sleep problems.In the Bond films we don’t see our hero getting healthy, natural sleep all that often. Perhaps because, as Hitchcock famously asserted, ‘drama is life with the dull bits cut out’, we’re supposed to assume…
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Licence to Podcast - Special Mission: Blade Runner
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Your resident replicants are back in the studio to look at the 1982 Sci-Fi classic Blade Runner. Did they all manage to watch the same version of Ridley Scott's masterpiece? You will find out during their discussion about late night sax, souls, doves and memories. Before you decide to "retire" this episode send your Negligent Discharge to Licence t…
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Welcome to Season 2 💛 🧡 This episode was recorded just after Leo returned from Autscape. We explore his experience and broaden this out to discuss the hallmarks of wider autistic culture. We then reflect on some of the perils and pitfalls inherent in making the transition "back" and between autistic land and neurotypical society. 💛🧡 ----more----LIN…
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On Our Minds Only? Episode 007 AGENTS OF OUR OWN LIVES with John Able
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“When you focus your time and energy into the things you can change and influence, opportunities come to you and doors open that wouldn’t have been there before.” - John Able John is a father and a writer of stories aimed at bringing children and their caregivers closer together. Earlier this year, he wrote an article about martial arts in Fleming …
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Licence to Podcast - Special Mission: The Phantom Menace
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Despite the fact we completed the 'Star Wars - Machete Order' recently, 004 & 009 wanted to share their thoughts on their favourite prequel, The Phantom Menace. It was also a very special occasion because it was the first Facebook LIVE episode so a big thank you to everyone who joined in on the show. (As of the 21st of August it should be available…
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S1 E32: Hamilton, Socialising and the Art of Autistic Communication
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This episode opens with a discussion of the "Hamilton" theatre production. Leo delights in the complexity of the rapid lyrical genius, enjoying being caught up in the current and looking forward to revisiting it again and again. Siana's experience, in contrast, is one of overwhelm and withdrawal. This is an example of polarities often seen within t…
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On Our Minds Only? Episode 006: POSITIVE MENTAL ATTITUDE with Vinnie Harris
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“Just because someone seems happy, doesn’t mean it’s the reality of the situation. It’s good to check in and see how people are doing.” - Vinnie Harris Vinnie Harris is an unfalteringly positive voice in the Bond community - his voice is also very deep and many of you will recognise it from his appearances on various podcasts! As Anya Amasova tells…
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Licence to Podcast - Special Mission: Prisoner of Azkaban
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It's another Harry Potter episode and 009 is in the studio with Lucy Galore and a new voice in Katie to discuss the third film in JK Rowlings magical universe. How could the time turner be put to better use.... and would you swallow it? These questions and so much more are answered in this truly magical podcast. Keep your Negligent Discharge coming…
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S1 E31: A Polyvagal Training Experience
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In this episode we discuss Leo's recent experience of attending a training course. We track many details of this, from the planning to sensory challenges and considerations, to social interactions and disclosure. We notice distinctive aspects of this which we experience differently as autistic people, many of which might not be predictable or disce…
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This episode chronicles some of Siana’s travel experiences on a recent trip to London with her daughter. We speak about navigating public transport systems, accommodation and orientation. We highlight things which we find helpful and comforting as autistic people, such as familiar places and foods and building time buffers into our plans. We also f…
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A South African Drivers License Confirmation Letter South Africa confirmation/verification letter serves as evidence of possessing a valid driver's licence in South Africa. This confirmation also allows individuals to convert their South African driver's licence to that of another country. Your South African driver's licence remains valid indefinit…
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On Our Minds Only? Episode 005: ARM OURSELVES BECAUSE NO ONE ELSE HERE WILL SAVE US? with Natasha Stone @The_Red_Vesper
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“It shook my foundations. I flipped from being someone that was 'Just get on with it' to a person who felt far more empathy, understanding not everyone has the tools to be able to 'Just get on with it'.” - Natasha StoneArm yourself because no one else here will save you? It’s a brilliant song lyric, but how far does being self-reliant really help u…
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Licence to Podcast - Special Mission: Return of the Jedi
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Yes, it's been a while but 004 & 009 are back behind the mic to finish the Star Wars "Machete Order".... we think.... more on that in the episode. What do the boys think about the final... ahem.... 6th episode in the Star Wars series? Stick this one in your Millenium Falcon and return a long time ago to a galaxy far, far away. We've got some of you…
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On Our Minds Only? Episode 004: HELPING PEOPLE WITH PROBLEMS with John Kell @Really007
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John is one of the fantastic lads who make up the Really, 007! podcast. While David has been honoured to be their guest multiple times and they've got to know each other well in real life, this is the first time John and David have publicly talked just the two of them.Both men help people with problems as part of their professional lives having bee…
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This episode is an exploration of some aspects of empathic communication and connection which may be distinctive for us as autistic people. We notice the significance of this within the contexts of friendship and therapy. This dialogue also demonstrates some elements of a repair process and how - within a safe relational space - interpersonal dynam…
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"A gay teen love letter to James Bond movies": Lee Wind's 'A Different Kind of Brave'
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The author of A Different Kind of Brave describes his novel as a “gay teen love letter to James Bond movies”, which is a pretty accurate description! Lee Wind’s book is a ludicrously exciting and romantic action adventure story with all of the Bond ingredients - but with two gay protagonists, one of who filters his whole life through his beloved Bo…
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In this episode we reflect (broadly!) on the concept of having "spiky profiles". This relates to us having aptitudes in some areas and limitations in others, usually where the differences are more pronounced than might be expected in the general population. As usual, we record without a plan / topic in mind and so there are lots of tangents. We thi…
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Never say 'no' to illustrating Chitty Chitty Bang Bang!
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David chats with Thomas Gilbert, the illustrator of the new edition of Ian Fleming's Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, released to celebrate the book's 60th anniversary. Although this is the first book Thomas has illustrated, you will likely be familiar with his work in other fields. He is not only a highly accomplished artist who turned to making Bond post…
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On Our Minds Only? Episode 003: RELEVANCY with David Zaritsky @thebondexperience
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“At the core of a lot of depression is feeling like you don't have any meaning.” - David Zaritsky David Zaritsky and David Lowbridge-Ellis candidly explore the dark side and light side of relevancy within the Bond community. (Yes, there are also Star Wars references.) When we feel relevant, we get a natural hit of dopamine. But this can become dang…
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S1 E27: The Joy of Words and Sounds
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"Echolalia" might seem like mere mimicry to some but, for many autistic individuals, it's a profound way to connect and communicate. In this episode we challenge the often-pathologised views of echolalia, highlighting its role in creating warmth and fostering joint attention. Join us as we celebrate the nuances of language, accents, and sensory exp…
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On Our Minds Only? Episode 002: COMBATTING ANXIETY with Alex Lamas @yestoadventure007
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Anyone who has seen Alex’s amazing YouTube knows that he always says yes to adventures! If something scares him, he follows Bond’s example and overcomes his fear by going and doing it. But as a child, he was not so confident. Alex has battled anxiety his whole life. He recognises that this is, in part, rooted in something James Bond is certainly no…
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The general theme of this episode is gender and sexuality. As usual we blend personal anecdotes with some theory and reflection. We shine some light on asexuality as an orientation which is often invisible and / or invalidated by both heteronormative and queer communities. We then discuss the concept of neuroqueering and apply this to our own evolv…
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On Our Minds Only? Episode 001: HYPERVIGILANCE with Blake Powers @BondLifeChicago
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Mental health is not discussed enough, despite it being an important element of the 007 stories. In this series, David talks very openly about mental health with members of the Bond community. He has a theory: these are the sorts of things on many of our minds but we often struggle to put them into words. Maybe we can change that?Here, David talks …
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S1 E25: What are you having for dinner?
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The complexities of food and eating - the latest episode in our occasional mini-series on autistic senses and sensitivities. You'll hear about our experiences of eating in a range of contexts throughout our lives. We notice the degree of shame and misattunement which is often attached to this - so much so that Siana was too uncomfortable to discuss…
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This conversation came out of a few messages we have received around the theme of disclosing our autistic identities. We discuss our experiences and notice there is often a distinction between our professional and personal lives. We reflect and speculate on why this might be, with particular regard to long standing relationships. We reference the i…
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Licence to Podcast - Special Mission: The Big Lebowski
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The team are back in the studio for the Coen Brothers cult classic, 'The Big Lebowski'. Our resident "Dudeist" 004 is a massive fan as is 009 so we've taken this opportunity to expose one of the great comedies to Lady Lucy Galore and are really looking forward to her take on it. There's your Negligent Discharge at the beginning in response to some …
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A Spy Like Me - the official launch podcast
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Kim Sherwood's A Spy Like Me had its official launch on Saturday 27th April at Dukes Hotel in London. The event was a collaboration between 007GB - The British James Bond Fan Club, Ian Fleming Publications Limited and Harper Collins. It was my pleasure to be not only an organiser but also the emcee for the evening. The centrepiece of the event was …
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Ok, so this episode may be a bit niche 😉 Leo has been searching for the perfect socks and he believes he has found them ... (time will tell). Somehow, Siana's autistic brain tendrils manage to link his fervour with evangelical Christian zeal and she goes down and round about that rabbit warren for a while. We speak about our own experiences of reli…
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Leo (still) has Covid. Through this conversation we wind up exploring a drive he has to be useful, to serve. We notice how this shows up between us and reflect on how it may have developed. We also consider how it might change in the future so that it becomes less of a default and more of a mindful choice. Along the way you can expect some typical …
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Trigger warning for mention of life threatening scenarios and maternal birthing distress. If you have particular sensitivities around your own experiences of healthcare please consider carefully whether and / or when you might listen to this episode. We speak about a wide range of our experiences related to being unwell and / or navigating our heal…
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S1 E20: The Loneliness of Difference
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Trigger warning This episode deals with the topics of loneliness and suicide. Please take care of yourself and think about the timing and where your support is if you decide to listen. We reflect on our experiences and relationships in the past, which led to loneliness, disconnection and feelings of life not being worth living. We also reflect on t…
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Everything SHE touches turns to excitement!
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On their most recent trip to Tokyo, David and Antony really didn’t expect to find themselves in a lesbian bar themed around James Bond. Nor could they quite believe it when the owner herself was up for being interviewed about her Bond fandom and how ‘women only’ carries a different meaning in Japanese culture. This interview was originally included…
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Licence to Queer presents... James Bond's Comic Book Capers - Episode 002: Eidolon
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Well, they can't all be winners, eh? Antony and David dive into the second Warren Ellis/Jason Masters' "caper" Eidolon, which deals with dirty money and even dirtier duties as James and Tanner, er, torture a suspect by removing his skin (?!) to prevent the rise of a neo-SPECTRE. Listen to what the couple thought, along with thoughts from LTQ listen…
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S1 E19: Food, noise and the "feel" of things
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In this episode we talk about sensitivities to physical and sensory stimuli. We focus on challenges around noise, food and physical (dis)comfort. We speak about the significance of autonomy. We also discuss interpersonal misunderstandings related to us not doing "what's good" for us. We note the important distinction here between things being seen …
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Baker, Bond, Benson, Bray - Kim Sherwood and David Lowbridge-Ellis
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This episode is also available as a video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6T0oz1O9yjU Award-winning Bond author Kim Sherwood and Licence to Queer's David Lowbridge-Ellis sit down to watch together the Bond film appearances of Kim's grandfather, George Baker - the man who Fleming wanted to play Bond. More than a decade after his passing, George rem…
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Licence to Podcast - Very Special Mission: Gloria Hendry Interview
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We have been teasing this for sometime and thrilled to be able to share this interview with the one and only Gloria Hendry. Gloria not only brought the character of Rosie Carver to life in Live & Let Die but she has had an amazing career in film and music which continues today. Make sure you check out Gloria's book (Gloria Hendry, 007 Bond, Bunny, …
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This episode is a spontaneous Saturday chit chat. There's a fair amount of "here and now" energy and interaction, interspersed with memories and reflections. Siana talks about her experience of ADHD when it fires in multiple directions at once - something which for her does not exclude hyperfocus "flow" states. Leo reflects on a range of experience…
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Licence to Podcast - Special Mission: The Hunt for Red October
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Dame Lucy Galore and the boys are heading under water to review the cold war thriller 'The Hunt for Red October' starring the one-and-only Sean Connery. For the very first time we have some audio Negligent Discharge but if you'd like to contact us the old fashioned way you can with Licence to Podcast on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter and of course …
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S1 E17: Autistiphobia Revisited
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This episode is in many ways a reflection on elements of the last one. We speak about early narratives and experiences, and the lifelong meaning and impact of these. We apply this to therapeutic contexts and approaches, specifically Transactional Analysis and Internal Family Systems, and we relate this to therapy with autistic people. We also explo…
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S1 E16: Autistiphobia - Inside Out
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In this episode we discuss how we, as autistic people, are seen and experienced by others. We then traverse some thorny territory relating to how we see ourselves and influence each other. These are sensitive ideas and topics, interspersed with distractions, brain glitches and spiralling reasoning which somehow loops together in the end. LINKS Neur…
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Licence to Podcast: Special Mission - Revenge of the Sith
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The Star Wars 'Machete Order' contimues with Lucy Galore unhappy she was subjected to watching this film and a lengthy discussion about Yoda's sex life. Keep the cards a letters co ing to Licence to Podcast on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram of email us: hello@licencetopodcast.comDe către Andrew Reynolds
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