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What is it about the humble pig that holds such a special place in our hearts? In a frosty field on the longest night of the year, eight little piglets snuffle their first breaths and jostle close to their mother to feed.... So begins the life of the farm animal that you think you already know. But think again.... This is the magical account of the life and times of a gang of Saddleback pigs, from one of the most forward-thinking organic farmers in the United Kingdom.

Barry Cryer has collaborated with all the greats from Max Miller to Tony Hancock, Bob Hope, Peter Cook and Dudley Moore, John Cleese, Frankie Howerd, Kenny Everett, Spike Milligan, Eric Sykes, Dave Allen, Richard Prior, Tommy Cooper, Les Dawson, Graham Chapman, the Two Ronnies, Morecambe and Wise - in fact, almost all the great comedians and comic writers since the mid 1950s.

This is the true story of a Londoner who gives up his job as an estate agent in the city, moves to the wilds of Exmoor, starts a smallholding and becomes self-sufficient, with a few bumps along the way. Simon's journey from urbanite to self-sufficient smallholder is brimming with incidents - some funny and some tragic - leading him to question Mother Nature, himself, the food he eats and his role in it all.

Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows offers an absorbing look at what social psychologist Melanie Joy calls carnism, the belief system that conditions us to eat certain animals when we would never dream of eating others. Carnism causes extensive animal suffering and global injustice, and it drives us to act against our own interests and the interests of others without fully realizing what we are doing.

As historian Mark Essig reveals in Lesser Beasts, swine have such a bad reputation for precisely the same reasons they are so valuable as a source of food: they are intelligent, self-sufficient, and omnivorous. What's more, he argues, we ignore our historic partnership with these astonishing animals at our peril.

We often consider dogs to be our enduring sidekicks, but the truth is domestic pigs have played a role in our lives for nearly as long. Pigs are highly social and smart. They like to play. They’re inventive, crafty and belligerent - and incredibly single-minded. Ultimately, we have far more in common with these creatures than we like to admit. Here is a charming ode to one of the most common yet surprisingly intelligent animals populating our landscapes.

A College Football podcast from friends of rival teams focusing on the Minnesota Gophers, The Iowa Hawkeyes, and all things Big Ten.

Pig/Pork explores the love-hate relationship between humans and pigs through the lenses of archaeology, biology, history and gastronomy, providing a close and affectionate look at the myriad causes underlying this multimillennial bond. What is it that people in all four corners of the world find so fascinating about the pig? When did the human obsession with pigs begin, how did it develop through time and where is it heading? Why are pigs so special to some of us but not to others?

Year of the Pig is a personal account of one avid hunter's pursuit of wild pigs in eleven American states. Mark Hainds tied his mission to the Chinese calendar's Year of the Pig in 2007 and journeyed through longleaf forests, cypress swamps, and wiliwili forests in search of his prey. Appealing to hunters and adventure readers for its sheer entertainment, Year of the Pig will also be valuable to farmers, land managers, and environmentalists for its broad information and perspective on the topic.

From factory farms to sanctuaries, pigs live rich and complex lives often hidden from us. In this two-part book, Marine veteran Richard Hoyle and renowned activist Anita Krajnc give us an in-depth look into their experience caring for pigs and their activism. From his sanctuary in Tennessee, Hoyle describes the many challenges and lessons that come with caring for pigs for 36 years.

In this searing, honest account of how he came to terms with his destructive habits and changed his relationship with his own body, Alex Lockwood - writer, educator, and activist working in the fields of literature, creative writing, media, and the environment - critically explores the relationship of the body to animal activism.

Welcome to Pigskin Payroll, the podcast that unpacks the business side of football, from NFL contracts to NIL deals. Hosted by a team dedicated to mastering the complexities of NFL and NIL agreements, we dive deep into the latest news, trends, and strategies impacting athletes, teams, and the game itself.Every week, we discuss the biggest stories in the NFL, analyze NFL contract details, and explore how the evolving world of NIL is reshaping college sports. Whether you're a fan curious about the financial side of the game, a player agent, or a fellow sports professional, Pigskin Payroll offers...

The Pigskin Predictions Podcast brings you in-depth analysis and weekly previews of the top NFL matchups, along with expert fantasy football advice. In two weekly episodes, hosts Kevin Petrillo, Liam Norton, Tomas Moledo, and Ben Decore break down the biggest NFL games and discuss who to start or sit in your fantasy lineup. Plus, don't miss our signature segment, "Hawgs of the Week," where we celebrate the top linemen performances. Whether you're prepping for your fantasy league or just love NFL talk, tune in for the insights and predictions you need!

('Blind Pig': a speakeasy, an elicit establishment that offers illegal alcohol) Blind Pig is BGO's official round table discussion of all-things Washington Commanders Football. Come pull up a chair, pour a libation of your choosing, and join in some passionate DC Football debate. BGO, a 'Burgundy and Gold Obsession', is the most passionate, intelligent community of Washington Commanders fans on the web since 2009. Join us at www.bgobsession.com!

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A weekly gambling podcast.

CaseyLovesMoney and Dilberto's Picks run through the weeks slate and give their opinions and gambling picks. Sponsored by Blackbooks Sports

Two preachers’ who are sports experts ( in their own minds) tackle football prognostication.

Analysis of the week's games in the SEC, a look ahead to the upcoming matchups, and other news around the conference.

Talking all things College Football with the Prodigy of CFB Joel Norris. Stream New Episodes on Tuesdays and Thursdays.