Hodgepodgecast

Hodgepodgecast

Join your host, Mur Hodge, and her hodgepodge of friends for a hodgepodge of stories sure to entertain and delight!

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September 26, 2025 16 mins

Sometimes the world feels a little heavy—so let’s flip the script with a burst of good news! In this Positivity Pop-up episode of HodgePodgeCast, I’m sharing three uplifting stories that remind us there’s still so much joy, creativity, and kindness out there.

Stay curious—and come soak up the good vibes with me.

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Listen in as Mur tells Jess the story of when 1,400,000 balloons were released in Cleveland's town square. It took a lot of work to pull this off and we'll do our best to fill you in! 

 

Resources:

2023-Qualatex-latex-polymer-Test.pdf. Qulatex Latex Polymer Test. (n.d.). https://pioneerballooncompany.widen.net/s/26ns5sgqcd/2023-qualatex-latex-polymer-test

 

All-america city award- celebrating the best in Civic Engagement. National ...

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Mur and Sara discuss the incredible story of Claire Sylvia, a heart-lung transplant survivor who felt a deep connection to her donor. 

 

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  1. G. Jung Institute of New England. (n.d.). C.G. Jung Institute of New England. CG Jung Institute NE. https://cgjungne.com/about-us/c-g-jung-institute-new-england/

Liester, M. B. (2020). Personality changes following heart transplantation: The role of cellular...

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Mur and Jenny explore the phrase: If you believe that, I have a bridge in Brooklyn for sale!

 

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Ancestry®. (n.d.-a). U.S. Immigration in the 1800s. U.S. Immigration in the 1800s | Ancestry® Family History Learning Hub. https://www.ancestry.com/c/family-history-learning-hub/1800-us-immigration#:~:text=In%20the%20years%20between%201880,escape%20increasing%20oppression%20and%20violence.

Brooklyn Bridge. NYC ...

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Do you think you know what these phrases mean?

  • The early bird gets the worm!
  • Blood is thicker than water.
  • Great minds think alike.
  • Jack of all trades.

Think again, fellow explorers! In this episode, the Sirens explore phrases that are commonly misused. If you love this episode, the conversation continues on ...

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This week the Sirens explore recipes that are at least 150 years old. Check out this tasty episode and check out www.sirensoapbox.com for more!

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Upcoming:

  • 150 Year Old Recipes
  • Juggling
  • Mur’s Mystery Episode - not discussed in this episode, but there’s been a change in schedule
  • Kite Flying
  • Book Club

 

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January 1, 2024 40 mins

In this episode, the Sirens explore the ancient art of origami! The Sirens had a good time exploring this art form. We hope you’ll give it a try and share your artwork with us!

 

Link the kit Siren Sara used: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0804854459?ref_=cm_sw_r_mwn_dp_HCTYM2NBB7SK6HXRWS6C&language=en_US&fbclid=IwAR042aXBspz_mPI7LI_P-pY-91GzlfNn4q6iqaE0dbEQxADAtjvr10aZnJI 

 

Here are some links to a few famous Origami Artists:

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December 2, 2023 73 mins
Check out this episode of Getting Reel with Siren Soapbox! The Sirens and their guests discuss the 1971 cult classic, Harold and Maude. Enjoy the show!   #explore #movieclub #cultclassic
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This week the Sirens explore a new type of book club - they'll be writing their comments about what they are reading, and exchanging books so everyone has a chance to comment on every book.  Tune in to hear all about these shenanigans! 

 

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November 3, 2023 56 mins

This week the Sirens explore the fascinating world of cryptids! Do you have a local cryptid story? Share it with us over at www.sirensoapbox.com 

 

North American Dogman Sightings

 

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Check out our upcoming adventures and explore along side us!

 

#explore #bookclub #movieclub #sirensoapbox #adventure

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Join the Sirens as they see just how well they know each other and the show!

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September 23, 2023 51 mins

This week the Sirens got to chat with Ariel Baca from Ariel Journals on TikTok. Get to know what a living journal is and how it can help you keep those memories alive!

 

Join our Patreon and get exclusive content like an extended conversation with the Sirens after the show wraps up: Siren Soapbox on Patreon 

 

Follow Ariel on TikTok

 

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This week the Sirens get to chat with Christen Fackler, owner of iOrganize, about her new book: How to Organize Everything - Purge. Sort. Contain. Maintain.

 

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#adventure #explore #divein #staycurious #behappy #organize #organizeeverything #happyorganizing 

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This week, the Siren went on microadventures! 

 

Check out Alastair Humpreys’ website for lots of microadventure inspiration: https://alastairhumphreys.com/microadventures-3/ 

 

Check out Thomas Dambo’s trolls: https://thomasdambo.com/ 

 

Wow your friends with some adventure facts: 

 

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This week, the Sirens get to chat with Dr. Ian about his latest novel, The Overnights. Listen to this episode to find out what Dr. Ian is giving away to celebrate the release of his 25th book!

 

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This week, the Sirens explore a DIY project and share their experience with you! Listen in to all the shenanigans on this week’s episode. 

 

Wow your friends with some crafting trivia:

 

https://www.funtrivia.com/en/Hobbies/Crafts-13092.html 

 

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July 9, 2023 26 mins
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