Best Sticky Hope Podcasts (2025)

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With Budgie Smuggling Now - don't let the door 1:07:01

3h ago1:07:01

1:07:01

Little planes, breaking news about a change to parkrun's CEO where Danny gets his first-thoughts off his chest, and the event profile is from the mini Pow Wow at Black Rocks parkrun in Derbyshire.

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506: Manifest Destiny 1:00:42

18h ago1:00:42

1:00:42

Manifest V3 is ruining our lives as Gemini helps us get dressed. Links and Show Notes: Gemini Live will learn to peer through your camera lens in a few weeks Gemini Live with Video Gemini Live with Screenshare Expanding AI Overviews and introducing AI Mode Exclusive: Google’s rumored new 'Pixie' assistant is finally coming to the Pixel 10 as Pixel …

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Navigating Grief: He's in a Better Place 30:31

2d ago30:31

30:31

Hey, my fellow floaters! Welcome back to The Afterwords, the podcast where we tackle the intricate dance of life, loss, and the wild things that happen in between. I'm Miley Navarro, your host and today, I’m joined by my super insightful nine-year-old daughter, Zuma. We’re here to remind you that messy, ungraceful growth is just part of finding you…

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1967 - December: The Young Rascals "Groovin'" 31:47

4d ago31:47

31:47

The Young Rascals were one of the early groups which would define the genre of "blue eyed soul." For a period of two to three years, this group would generate hit after hit. Their third album, Groovin', would close out the era in which they were known as “The Young Rascals,” because follow-up albums would see them using simply the name "The Rascals…

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505: Not to Be Morbid 52:20

7d ago52:20

52:20

The Pixel Watch 3 will call for help if you miss a heartbeat. And don't forget to file your request to remove your data from Google Search. Links and Show Notes: The Google Pixel Watch 3 Can Call for Help If You Lose Your Pulse Read our first Health Impact Report Google makes it easier to remove your contact information from Search results Support …

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With Hope It’s Chips Now - three, three, nearly two 1:11:50

7d ago1:11:50

1:11:50

Mental clarity, earworms and jingles, tumbleweed jokes, cancellation reasons are cancelled, poetic things, Nicola isn't grizzly learning about The Dunbear near Lochend Woods parkrun in East Lothian and Danny goes round and round and under a motorway at Egham Orbit parkrun in Surrey.

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1988 - December: Poison "Open Up and Say...Ahh!" 39:23

12d ago39:23

39:23

When it comes to hair metal of the mid to late 80's, no band discussion would be complete without bringing Poison into the mix. The band consisted of front man Bret Michaels, guitarist C.C. DeVille, bassist Bobby Dall, and Rikki Rockett on drums. Poison is a band out of Pennsylvania. Originally named Paris when formed in 1980, the band drew a good …

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504: E Stands for Essence 58:48

14d ago58:48

58:48

We apologize for talking about the iPhone 16e this week, but is Apple trying to pass off a $600 device as "affordable?" Google would like a word. Links and Show Notes: iPhone 16e Fingerprinting: Critics say Google rules put profits over privacy Google’s AI Efforts Marred by Turf Disputes Support Material with a Relay FM Membership…

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With A Most Controversial Digit Now - wtf 1:01:56

15d ago1:01:56

1:01:56

Danny's joined by special Aussie guest TOC from the parkrun adventurers whilst Nicola is away. The Beeb are at it again, we hear about the 'Blast Off Challenge', there's a junior parkrun record, we send Brighton & Hove parkrun our condolences, TOC popped to Newborough parkrun in the state of Victoria, Danny had all the best laid plans at Oaklands C…

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1971 - April: Rolling Stones “Sticky Fingers” 42:08

18d ago42:08

42:08

Sticky Fingers is considered by many to be the greatest studio album the Rolling Stones ever created. This ninth studio album represented a return to a more basic sound for the Stones after several albums with less conventional instrumentation. It was also known for its cover artwork from Andy Warhol which featured a man in jeans with a working zip…

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With Striking Attributes Now - jamborees and measlys 1:05:26

21d ago1:05:26

1:05:26

Caricatures, po-tar-to, parkrun Global's Head of Event Delivery James Kemp is retiring, a Welshman wins parkrace in Rome, Saturday Night Beavers, Nicola baptised trouts and scaled Clippomanjaro at Vicar Water Country Park parkrun in Nottinghamshire whilst Danny went to Norfolk and North Walsham parkrun's 3rd birthday.…

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503: Gulf of America 56:27

22d ago56:27

56:27

It's happening. Everything is happening, and we're opining about it. Plus, our excitement over Google I/O. Links and Show Notes: Google defends scrapping AI pledges and DEI goals in all-staff meeting Clarifying some changes we made in Calendar. Apple TV+ Is Finally Available to Android Users Who Will Never Touch an iPhone Expect Google to Trot Out …

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The AfterWords: What Happens Next is Everything 23:07

22d ago23:07

23:07

Welcome to The AfterWords, where grief collides with spiritual discovery, dark humor, and unfiltered truth. Hosted by Maile Navarro, this podcast peels back the layers of loss, exposing the chaos, the beauty, and the absurdity of life after profound heartbreak. After losing her son Kingston to cancer, Maile challenges the tidy, sugarcoated version …

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1975 - January: Led Zeppelin “Physical Graffiti” 40:33

26d ago40:33

40:33

By the time that Led Zeppelin was releasing their sixth studio album, they were solidly on top of the rock pantheon. They had just switched to Swan Song Records, their own label, and had plenty of time to create this double album work, Physical Graffiti. They had three sides-worth of new songs largely recorded at Headley Grange in Hampshire in earl…

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With Muscles Upon Muscles Now - kerderf 1:16:43

28d ago1:16:43

1:16:43

Nicola blocks, Danny eats lots of protein, there's dates data, lingo, p-Index investment and Danny is now Car-did after visiting Grangemoor parkrun in Cardiff.

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502: Look 1:11:22

29d ago1:11:22

1:11:22

It's a news-heavy show, with earnings, shifts in Google company policy, and a lot of "look" from Sundar Pichai. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Links and Show Notes: Alphabet shares drop as much as 9% on revenue miss, so…

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1992 - April: Soundgarden "Badmotorfinger" 46:36

1M ago46:36

46:36

Soundgarden emerged as a pioneering force in the Seattle grunge scene, bringing elements of heavy metal and alternative rock into what would come to be known as the Seattle sound. The group originally found lead singer and primary songwriter Chris Cornell singing from behind a drum set where he was the group's percussionist, but it became clear tha…

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501: The Cake Lasted Five Days 1:02:35

1M ago1:02:35

1:02:35

Our first episode after a major milestone, and we're catching up on the real stories behind all the flashy Android and Samsung headlines. Links and Show Notes: The Samsung Galaxy S25's Most Touted AI Feature Left Me Disappointed Just How Good Is Audio Eraser on the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra? We Put It to an Ear-Splitting Test Everyone Calm Down, the…

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With E-Readers And Audiobooks Also Count Now - we could be cyborgs 1:24:07

1M ago1:24:07

1:24:07

The last of the inaugural chat (for now), there's a Stats update, King Charles III pops in for a parkfaff, Colin Thorne is the oldest parkrunner at 101, there's adoptions, Nicola sailed over to Sale Water parkrun in Greater Manchester plus Danny would and did Lingwood parkrun near Norwich.

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1974 - June: Lynyrd Skynyrd "Second Helping" 33:56

1M ago33:56

33:56

Lynyrd Skynyrd was a success with their debut album, and continued to build a fan base when they opened for The Who on their Quadrophenia tour. Many of the songs on their debut album were staples of their concerts in Jacksonville, Florida, where they had built their style over the years since the 60's. Therefore it was not a sure thing that they wo…

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500: Enjoy Some Cake 57:19

1M ago57:19

57:19

Andy and Flo celebrate 500 episodes of Material! No news this week, just vibes. Links and Show Notes: Support Material with a Relay FM MembershipBy Andy Ihnatko and Florence Ion

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With Our Venn Diagram Of Tourism Now - parkgravity and softbacks 1:30:41

1M ago1:30:41

1:30:41

Coincidences, entitlement, legal chemicals, records broken, Nicola mooooved around Doddington Hall parkrun in Lincoln, whilst Danny once again became Lon-Done at Ingrebourne Hill parkrun.

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1985 - December: Talking Heads “Little Creatures” 44:20

2M ago44:20

44:20

The Talking Heads is known as one of the more quirky bands of the 70's and 80's, and terribly innovative in their approach to both music and performance. Consisting of Tina Weymouth on bass, Chris Frantz on drums, Jerry Harrison on keyboards and guitar, and fronted by David Byrne on vocals and guitar, the Talking Heads helped to shape the landscape…

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With Taking A Break Just Means Stacking Up More Content Now - like and tight 1:18:42

2M ago1:18:42

1:18:42

With great breaks comes great catch up. Conglomerate ethics, alphabet protection, farewell to Chrissie Wellington, inaugurals cancelled, Slough handclaps, Christmas visits (featuring Melton Mowbray, Great Yarmouth, Lincoln, Sloughbottom and Blickling), super niches, dicey icey tourism and Patrons' things.…

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499: Don't Be Rude, AI 59:46

2M ago59:46

59:46

OnePlus launches a new Android phone, and Google tells its AI podcasting hosts to dial down their attitude. Links and Show Notes: OnePlus 13 Review: A Better Android Phone, but It’s Not the Best Samsung Will Reveal Its Newest Smartphones on January 22 Here’s what’s new with Google TV at CES Lenovo Legion Tab sells out in 48 hours amid pent up deman…

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Six Months in the Ashes 12:27

2M ago12:27

12:27

In this deeply personal and unfiltered monologue, I reflect on life six months after losing Kingston. It’s not a story of hope—it’s an honest account of the relentless pain, fear, and paralysis that grief brings. I share Zuma’s tearful mornings, her nightmares of Kingston, and how those moments mirror my own struggle to function in a world that no …

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1987 - January: Beastie Boys “Licensed to Ill” 39:31

2M ago39:31

39:31

It's not every day that we at What the Riff?!? review a rap album, but the Beastie Boys aren't your every day rap group either. Hailing from New York City, Adam “Ad-Rock” Horovitz, Adam “MCA” Yauch, and Michael “Mike D” Diamond came out of an experimental hardcore punk band (think “punk” but faster) called The Young Aborigines. After changing their…

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498: This Is Not an AI Podcast 47:58

2M ago47:58

47:58

Pixel 4a users, Google will kill your phone so a new one may live. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Links and Show Notes: Google Pixel 4a gets an unexpected update: Lower battery life Pixel 4a battery performance program …

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1973 - May: the Beatles "1962-1966" and "1967-1970" 37:07

2M ago37:07

37:07

Echoes of the trajectory of the Beatles still reverberate through music today, and they loomed quite large over the rock scene in the early 70's. In 1972 a bootleg 4-album set of Beatles songs was produced called "Alpha Omega" which sold well when marketed on TV. In response - in addition to suing - Apple and EMI/Capitol Records produced an authori…

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Season 1 Trailer: The Heart of It All 2:08

2M ago2:08

2:08

What happens when life flips the script, leading you down a path of love, self discovery and resilience? This podcast shares a mother’s raw and unfiltered journey through unimaginable loss, fueled by hope and lessons from a wise young soul. With laughter, tears, and strength, we explore finding purpose, healing in chaos, and navigating life’s harde…

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497: It's a New Year 50:23

2M ago50:23

50:23

What's in store for Google and Android users in 2025? Plus, our in memorium for what Google killed in 2024. Links and Show Notes: Everything Google Killed in 2024 Support Material with a Relay FM MembershipBy Andy Ihnatko and Florence Ion

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1974 - May: Billy Joel "Piano Man" 47:31

2M ago47:31

47:31

When you think of rock music anchored by piano, there are only a few standouts. But outside of Elton John, perhaps the best known rock pianist is New York's Billy Joel. Born in the Bronx and growing up in Long Island, Joel got his start early (at age 4) with piano lessons and dropped out of high school to pursue music full time. After joining a cou…

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496: Is a Leader in AI 49:01

2M ago49:01

49:01

For our last episode of the year, Google asks us how we feel about everything it's doing. Links and Show Notes: Google's Keyword Blog Support Material with a Relay FM MembershipBy Andy Ihnatko and Florence Ion

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The Christmas episode 2024 46:25

2M ago46:25

46:25

Welcome to the Christmas episode 2024! The episode where we hear from you, the listener. Thank you to everyone who wrote in or sent a voicenote for this special yearly episode. You make this episode magical! I am sending every one huge love and light as navigate this Christmas. Whether it's your first or tenth Christmas without your loved one, know…

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1987 - June: Elton John "Live in Australia with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra" 41:32

2M ago41:32

41:32

The mid-80's were a tough time for Elton John. The singer and pianist who had been a stellar success in the 70's was deep in the clutches of drug addiction, and struggling to perform due to throat issues. His studio album, "Leather Jackets" had failed to produce a single to reach the top 40. It seemed that he was finding more controversy in the Bri…

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495: Lazy Holiday Cards 1:11:48

3M ago1:11:48

1:11:48

Can AI help make up for the fact that you forgot to set up the family Christmas card? Maybe someday. Links and Show Notes: I'm Using Image Playground and Pixel Studio to Make the Laziest Holiday Cards Whisk: Visualize and remix ideas using images and AI State-of-the-art video and image generation with Veo 2 and Imagen 3 Wing Blog: Drone delivery se…

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With A Love For Nibbling on Sticky Nuts Now - Good Loo and Trail-E 1:21:21

3M ago1:21:21

1:21:21

Merry Christmas and have a Happy New Year! It's the last pod of the year with chocolate choices, some Top 3 parkrun Moments of 2024, Facebook issues, St Nic Nic popped to Pontefract parkrun and Danta Claus took to the trails at Trelai Park parkrun in Cardiff.

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Grief walks: A Christmas Message from Amber x 28:11

3M ago28:11

28:11

I'm back for the second to last episode of season 7, and this one is a griefy walks. Where I basically just stomp around my town with my phone in my hand and see what on earth comes out. Expect rambles, birds tweeting and me coo'ing over cute doggies. But todays griefy walks has a main message. With Christmas one week away, I wanted to gently remin…

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Christmas Songs that Rock Part VII! 49:04

3M ago49:04

49:04

What the Riff!?! delves once again into the great (and not so great) Christmas songs to add a little cheer as you rock around the Christmas tree this year. WSB Radio host Eric Von Haessler joins us for the fun! “The Holly and the Ivy” by Jon Anderson Jon Anderson's fourth solo album came out in 1985, and was a mixture of traditional Christmas carol…

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494: XR AR E-I-E-I-O 1:08:51

3M ago1:08:51

1:08:51

Next year is all about gadgets strapped to your face made by Google and Samsung. Gemini 2.0 makes its debut. Links and Show Notes: Android XR: The Gemini era comes to headsets and glasses Hands On With Google's Gemini-Powered Smart Glasses, Android XR, and Project Moohan Headset Multimodal Live AI with Gemini 2.0 Introducing Gemini 2.0: our new AI …

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With Banging My Drums Now - Bork, Bromley and Bendcliffe 57:28

3M ago57:28

57:28

The impacts of Storm Darragh, the subjectivity of humour, a heap of arbitrary and thing comments, Nicola popped to a muddy Armley parkrun and Danny bumped into a familiar face at the super friendly Brundall parkrun near Norwich.

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The Stuck Artist: Moving Through Creative Stickiness in Grief 39:36

3M ago39:36

39:36

This weeks episode is a bit of a diary dump. Verbal diarrhoea if you will! I've been feeling a bit stuck, if I'm totally honest. Creatively constipated, and it's been tough. As I've been grappling with the unfolding of my new identity since Poppy's death, the penny has well and truly finally dropped as to what that means for me as a creative. How t…

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1969 - June: Blind Faith “Blind Faith” 42:49

3M ago42:49

42:49

Blind Faith was a supergroup formed from Cream members Eric Clapton and Ginger Baker, Traffic founder Steve Winwood, and Family bassist/violinist Ric Grech. Cream collapsed after increasing strife between members, particularly Baker and bassist Jack Bruce. Traffic went on hiatus, and Winwood began jamming with Clapton in his basement. Baker sat in …

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With Delirium Now - a you problem 1:05:44

3M ago1:05:44

1:05:44

Advent ponderings, rapturous feelings, Nicola was solar powered at Cross Flatts parkrun and Danny, after all these years, visited Norwich parkrun and met the Buglets.

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Let's Talk About It: It's Time To Take A Break 3:13

3M ago3:13

3:13

Welcome to The Biggest Experience Podcast! Curated by The Biggest also known as Anquette Devaron Williams Creator of Her Sticky Hope and The Biggest Experience. On this episode of The Biggest Experience Podcast, let's talk about it, let's discuss it let's bring it to the table, let's talk about it, it's time to take a break! Until next time keep go…

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493: Gird Yourselves 1:08:59

3M ago1:08:59

1:08:59

Samsung will make glasses before Meta and Spotify's personalized recap podcast, powered by Google's AI, makes us cringe. Links and Show Notes: What Judge Brinkema Zeroed In On During Closing Arguments In US v. Google Report: Samsung XR glasses have Ray-Ban Meta specs with more features, seemingly no display The Cringe-Factor Is High With Spotify's …

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Grief and Vices: Coping or Escapism? 47:55

3M ago47:55

47:55

In this episode, I'm delving into the complex relationship between grief and vices. When faced with grief and death, many of us (me included) turn to habits or substances like alcohol, drugs, food, shopping, or sex as a way to cope. But when do these behaviours and acts cross the line from being a comfort to a crutch? This episode is categorically …

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1988 - November: Bon Jovi "New Jersey" 43:55

3M ago43:55

43:55

Bon Jovi took the rock world by storm with their massive third album, "Slippery When Wet." A big tour followed, and afterwards the band was anxious to demonstrate that they were not a one (album) hit wonder. They got into the studio at Vancouver, BC in May of 1988 and quickly recorded their fourth studio album entitled New Jersey. Originally going …

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With Cwtches Now - honey badger 1:21:33

3M ago1:21:33

1:21:33

Storm Bert's impacts, our tribes, the 'definitive' book, Nicola managed to make it to Cheadle Hulme parkrun in Stockport and Danny took a chance on Aberfields parkrun in south Wales.

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492: Closing Arguments 1:12:10

3M ago1:12:10

1:12:10

Flo is back. Andy explains why Google is "once, twice, three times a monopolist." Links and Show Notes: What Judge Brinkema Zeroed In On During Closing Arguments In US v. Google 5 ways I'm handling the holidays with Gemini Support Material with a Relay FM MembershipBy Andy Ihnatko and Florence Ion

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