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What makes you a heretic? Journalist Andrew Gold believes that, in an age of group-think and tribes, we need heretics - those who use unconventional wisdom to speak out against their own groups, from cancelled comedians and radical feminists to cult defectors and vigilantes hunting deviants.
Learn from my guests how to rebel, think differently and resist social contagion. From Triggernometry's Francis Foster and the world's most cancelled man Graham Linehan to ex-Hasidic Jew Julia Haart and gender critical atheist Richard Dawkins. These are the people living with the weight of their own community's disappointment on their shoulders. -
Your favourite monthly podcast Probably About Politics is back for a fifth season. Your hosts, Alex and Kaleigh, are two doctoral students with a podcast ready to talk about world elections and democracy!
In every episode, Alex and Kaleigh zoom in on an election somewhere in the world. They've covered everything from national to local elections, referendums and even a coup and have visited every continent (except Antarctica)! So if you have questions about democracy, elections, voting and, at least one time, whale poop, check out Probably About Politics for the answers. -
Everything is going to shit. Rather than trying to find solutions, it seems like the EU Institutions are finding ways to make things worse. This podcast tells the story of things that are going terribly wrong and how to put them right. We will present case studies that we worked on at Corporate Europe Observatory. From artificial intelligence to climate change, agriculture to lobbying, why, how and what on earth are they thinking will be our working questions. Stay tuned!
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Forrest Richard "Dickey" Betts, the legendary guitarist, songwriter, and founding member of the Allman Brothers Band, passed away on Thursday, August 24, 2023, in Osprey, Florida, at the age of 80. Betts' innovative guitar work and country-influenced songwriting played a crucial role in shaping the Southern rock genre during the 1960s and 1970s.
Born on December 12, 1943, in West Palm Beach, Florida, Betts grew up in a musical family. His father, Forrest Betts, was a carpenter and a talented mandolin player, while his mother, Hattie, played the piano. Exposed to music from a young age, Betts quickly developed a passion for the guitar and began honing his skills as a teenager.
In the early 1960s, Betts formed a band called the Second Coming with bassist Berry Oakley. The group gained a strong local following and eventually caught the attention of Duane Allman, a talented slide guitarist. In 1969, Betts, Allman, Oakley, and Duane's brother, Gregg Allman, along with drummers Butch Trucks and Jai Johanny "Jaimoe" Johanson, formed the Allman Brothers Band.
The Allman Brothers Band quickly established themselves as one of the most influential and innovative acts in the burgeoning Southern rock scene. Betts and Duane Allman's dual lead guitar work became the band's signature sound, with their intricate, improvisational interplay setting a new standard for rock guitar. Betts' country-inflected songwriting, which drew from his love of artists like Bob Wills and Merle Haggard, added a distinctive flavor to the band's blues-based rock.
Betts wrote and sang lead on several of the Allman Brothers Band's most iconic songs, including "Revival," "Blue Sky," and the instrumental tour de force "In Memory of Elizabeth Reed." His songwriting contributions helped to define the band's sound and earned them a dedicated following.
Tragedy struck the Allman Brothers Band in 1971 when Duane Allman died in a motorcycle accident. The loss of his guitar partner and friend deeply affected Betts, but he stepped up to fill the void left by Duane's absence. Betts' guitar work became even more prominent in the band's sound, and he continued to write and sing lead on many of their most popular songs.
In 1972, the Allman Brothers Band released their double live album "Eat a Peach," which featured Betts' extended guitar solo on the epic "Les Brers in A Minor." The album was a commercial and critical success, cementing the band's status as one of the most important acts in rock music.
Throughout the 1970s, the Allman Brothers Band continued to record and tour extensively, with Betts serving as a key creative force. He wrote and sang lead on hits like "Ramblin' Man" and "Jessica," the latter of which showcased his virtuosic guitar work and earned the band a Grammy Award in 1996.
Despite the band's success, internal tensions and personal struggles led to the Allman Brothers Band's breakup in 1976. Betts formed his own group, Great Southern, and released several solo albums throughout the late '70s and early '80s.
In 1989, the Allman Brothers Band reunited and embarked on a successful comeback tour. Betts remained a vital part of the group, contributing his signature guitar work and songwriting to albums like "Seven Turns" (1990) and "Where It All Begins" (1994). The band's live performances during this era were celebrated for their improvisational prowess and the chemistry between Betts and fellow guitarist Warren Haynes.
Betts' personal life was marked by struggles with alcohol and substance abuse, which sometimes led to tensions within the band. In 2000, he was fired from the Allman Brothers Band due to his erratic behavior and declining musical contributions. The split was acrimonious, and Betts later sued the band for wrongful termination.
In the years following his departure from the Allman Brothers Band, Betts continued to perform and record with his own group, Dickey Betts & Great Southern. He also made occasional guest appearances with other artists and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Allman Brothers Band in 1995.
Betts' influence on rock guitar cannot be overstated. His fluid, melodic style and seamless integration of country, blues, and jazz elements inspired countless guitarists and helped to define the sound of Southern rock. His songwriting, which often celebrated the beauty and romance of the American South, added a poetic depth to the Allman Brothers Band's music and earned him a place among the great American songwriters.
Dickey Betts' passing marks the end of an era for the Allman Brothers Band and Southern rock music. His contributions to the genre, both as a guitarist and a songwriter, will forever be remembered as some of the most significant and influential in the history of rock music. Betts' legacy will live on through the countless musicians he inspired and the timeless music he created with the Allman Brothers Band. Thanks for listening to Quiet Please. Remember to like and share wherever you get your podcastsForrest Richard "Dickey" Betts, the legendary guitarist, songwriter, and founding member of the Allman Brothers Band, passed away on Thursday, August 24, 2023, in Osprey, Florida, at the age of 80. Betts' innovative guitar work and country-influenced songwriting played a crucial role in shaping the Southern rock genre during the 1960s and 1970s.
Born on December 12, 1943, in West Palm Beach, Florida, Betts grew up in a musical family. His father, Forrest Betts, was a carpenter and a talented mandolin player, while his mother, Hattie, played the piano. Exposed to music from a young age, Betts quickly developed a passion for the guitar and began honing his skills as a teenager.
In the early 1960s, Betts formed a band called the Second Coming with bassist Berry Oakley. The group gained a strong local following and eventually caught the attention of Duane Allman, a talented slide guitarist. In 1969, Betts, Allman, Oakley, and Duane's brother, Gregg Allman, along with drummers Butch Trucks and Jai Johanny "Jaimoe" Johanson, formed the Allman Brothers Band.
The Allman Brothers Band quickly established themselves as one of the most influential and innovative acts in the burgeoning Southern rock scene. Betts and Duane Allman's dual lead guitar work became the band's signature sound, with their intricate, improvisational interplay setting a new standard for rock guitar. Betts' country-inflected songwriting, which drew from his love of artists like Bob Wills and Merle Haggard, added a distinctive flavor to the band's blues-based rock.
Betts wrote and sang lead on several of the Allman Brothers Band's most iconic songs, including "Revival," "Blue Sky," and the instrumental tour de force "In Memory of Elizabeth Reed." His songwriting contributions helped to define the band's sound and earned them a dedicated following.
Tragedy struck the Allman Brothers Band in 1971 when Duane Allman died in a motorcycle accident. The loss of his guitar partner and friend deeply affected Betts, but he stepped up to fill the void left by Duane's absence. Betts' guitar work became even more prominent in the band's sound, and he continued to write and sing lead on many of their most popular songs.
In 1972, the Allman Brothers Band released their double live album "Eat a Peach," which featured Betts' extended guitar solo on the epic "Les Brers in A Minor." The album was a commercial and critical success, cementing the band's status as one of the most important acts in rock music.
Throughout the 1970s, the Allman Brothers Band continued to record and tour extensively, with Betts serving as a key creative force. He wrote and sang lead on hits like "Ramblin' Man" and "Jessica," the latter of which showcased his virtuosic guitar work and earned the band a Grammy Award in 1996.
Despite the band's success, internal tensions and personal struggles led to the Allman Brothers Band's breakup in 1976. Betts formed his own group, Great Southern, and released several solo albums throughout the late '70s and early '80s.
In 1989, the Allman Brothers Band reunited and embarked on a successful comeback tour. Betts remained a vital part of the group, contributing his signature guitar work and songwriting to albums like "Seven Turns" (1990) and "Where It All Begins" (1994). The band's live performances during this era were celebrated for their improvisational prowess and the chemistry between Betts and fellow guitarist Warren Haynes.
Betts' personal life was marked by struggles with alcohol and substance abuse, which sometimes led to tensions within the band. In 2000, he was fired from the Allman Brothers Band due to his erratic behavior and declining musical contributions. The split was acrimonious, and Betts later sued the band for wrongful termination.
In the years following his departure from the Allman Brothers Band, Betts continued to perform and record with his own group, Dickey Betts & Great Southern. He also made occasional guest appearances with other artists and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Allman Brothers Band in 1995.
Betts' influence on rock guitar cannot be overstated. His fluid, melodic style and seamless integration of country, blues, and jazz elements inspired countless guitarists and helped to define the sound of Southern rock. His songwriting, which often celebrated the beauty and romance of the American South, added a poetic depth to the Allman Brothers Band's music and earned him a place among the great American songwriters.
Dickey Betts' passing marks the end of an era for the Allman Brothers Band and Southern rock music. His contributions to the genre, both as a guitarist and a songwriter, will forever be remembered as some of the most significant and influential in the history of rock music. Betts' legacy will -
Entertainment reporter Morgan Tremaine breaks down the week's biggest stories from film, TV, music, and video games in this weekly podcast recorded live every Saturday.
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All your favorite pop culture questions answered and explored! Do you want to know the best Darth Vaderโข quotes? Or the top ten legendary Pokรฉmon? Maybe you just want the best MCU Avengers quotes or some Star Warsโข knowledge. Don't worry, this podcast has it all.
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The next play podcasts contains interviews with the world’s greatest operators, founders, and investors. We dive deep into their journey to share lessons from recent career changes and help listeners figure out their next play.
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This podcast is a digital space where we can fangirl about our favorite TV and movie moments from the 2000s. We share all the gossip and “Where are they now?” updates from the actors you still know and love and even the ones you forgot about. With our zany guests, we do a deep dive into the golden era of kids’ media.
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The official podcast of Gamecock Scoop on Rivals.com. Check out more breaking news and discussion at www.gamecockscoop.com
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Extra Point features Kayla, a former LPGA golfer, that pairs up with Bob Kemp, National Sports Talk Show Host of the Decade by Sports Illustrated, to take a deeper dive into local Arizona sports, the NFL, NBA, MLB, NCAA Sports and golf tournaments. The show dives into sports betting angles, fun banter, historical perspective and feeling of sports community. Come join the fun!
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"NBA Talk" is an NBA show from Turpentine discussing the game behind the game and the business behind basketball. NBA Talk is hosted by Erik Torenberg (founder of Turpentine), Reuben Torenberg (founder of SF Hoops), and Frak (rapper) along with special guests.
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Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski move from Beantown to the Bay!
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An awesome sports podcast made entirely by kids but not just for kids. We talk about Baseball, Basketball, and Football. A new episode comes out just about every Sunday.
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Where Science Fiction and Technology Converge!
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It’s my first time driving, let me tell you my experience.
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Welcome to Wake Up Gen Z โ the podcast that dives deep into the issues shaping our generation's future, hosted by the dynamic duo, Zamani & Soft. Join us as we unravel the complexities of modern-day challenges, from climate action to social justice, with insightful discussions, expert interviews, and actionable insights. Get ready to wake up, get inspired, and make a difference with Zamani & Soft guiding the way
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BRight Minds in Healthcare Delivery invites industry leaders to discuss the latest trends and hot topics in healthcare strategy, delivery, and innovation. Listen in as industry experts, thought leaders, and innovators consider how to disrupt the way that millions of Americans receive healthcare.
Blank Rome is an Am Law 100 firm with 15 offices and 700 attorneys and principals who provide comprehensive legal and advocacy services to clients operating in the United States and around the world. Our professionals have built a reputation for their leading knowledge and experience across a spectrum of industries and are recognized for their commitment to pro bono work in their communities. Since our inception in 1946, Blank Rome’s culture has been dedicated to providing top-level service to all of our clients and has been rooted in the strength of our diversity and inclusion initiatives. For more information, please visit blankrome.com. -
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Your daily and weekly cryptocurrency news and updates.
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A talk radio style podcast about Urbit by ~tiller-tolbus and ~master-malwyl. Follow us on Twitter at @UrbitRadio
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