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Tue Feb 23, 2010 5:53 pm

GP 007

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Wed Mar 10, 2010 12:46 pm

HeadOfSection

"There are moments of great luxury in the life of a secret agent." Discuss them all in 'The Good Life.'

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Tue Mar 09, 2010 1:54 pm

DaffyPassat

"I think I'll call that a Vesper." Discuss mixology, favorite cocktail recipies, bar equipment and techniques, and the perfect martini - shaken, not stirred, of course, etc.

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Mon Feb 15, 2010 4:48 pm

Double Ohh

"I take ridiculous pleasure in what I eat and drink." Discuss wine, brands, vintages, and wine tastings, as well as cooking, food recipies, food and wine pairings, etc.

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Tue Mar 09, 2010 2:41 am

Bondage

"Lovely girl with the cello." Discuss music, fine art, opera, literature, etc.

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Tue Mar 09, 2010 5:57 pm

Bondage

"No well-dressed man should be without one." Discuss what every man should have in his wardrobe, clothing essentials, brands, accessories, etc.

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Wed Mar 10, 2010 6:17 pm

modernbond

'Just brushing up on a little Danish." Discuss Bond's language skills, learning languages, etc.

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Tue Mar 09, 2010 10:43 am

The James Bond Dossier

"No thanks, I prefer my own." Discuss literary Bond's preferences, cigarettes, cigars, etc.

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Mon Jun 29, 2009 12:57 pm

baran_i_kanu

"See ya back at the lodge." Discuss ski equipment, clothing, resorts and locations, techniques, and of course, the 'apre-ski', etc.

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"Strict rules of golf, Goldfinger!" Discuss the rules, clubs and equipment, golf destinations, and even your handicap, etc.

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Fri Mar 05, 2010 3:10 pm

coach

"I hope we didn't frighten the fish." Discuss scuba destinations, scuba equipment, techniques, getting certified, etc.

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Mon Feb 09, 2009 4:44 am

The James Bond Dossier

Jump from a bridge, hot air balloon, crane or tower. Discuss the best jumping locations, and share your jumping experiences, etc.

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Sat Jul 04, 2009 7:07 pm

blackbond

Discover the natural world around and within you, and take a unique perspective on the world below. Discuss climbing strategies, equipment, share rock climbing locations, or locate local rock gyms in your area, etc.

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Fri Apr 17, 2009 9:59 pm

SilentService

One of the simplest forms of human flight. Discuss the challenged of hang gliding, equipment, locations to take lessons, experiences, etc.

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Mon Jan 05, 2009 9:22 pm

kaizenbond

From tarmac preparation to the first static line jump. Discuss skydiving equipment, types of jumps, locations for skydiving courses, experiences, etc.

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Fri Feb 13, 2009 1:29 pm

SilentService

The world of gaming, gambling and casinos from small resort card-tables, to Las Vegas to Monte Carlo.

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Sun Dec 28, 2008 7:47 pm

Secret Agent Man

"You must have thought I was bluffing, Mr. Bond." Discuss the rules and techniques for Texas Hold'em, bluffing and 'tells', resources to improve your game, etc.

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Fri Sep 18, 2009 5:45 pm

Sark

"I hope the third is where your real talent lies." Discuss gameplay, the rules, strategy and tips, the bank and betting, etc.

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Mon Apr 07, 2008 6:01 pm

Walther 00

"Double-down!" Discuss the rules of the game, theory and strategy, 'doubling-down' and 'splitting aces', the myths versus reality, etc.

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Mon Jun 22, 2009 7:40 pm

baran_i_kanu

"Say, you've played this game before..." Discuss the gameplay, the line bets, the come bets, the place bets, odds and strategies, etc.

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Sat Nov 21, 2009 3:34 pm

jfellrath

Discuss your adventures abroad, discover new places to see and new Bond destinations, on and off the beaten path, etc.

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Thu Mar 04, 2010 3:32 pm

kaizenbond

Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, St. Paul’s Cathedral, the British Museum, Trafalgar Square and the London Eye. A city still bustling with red buses and vintage black cabs, where centuries of tradition meets ultra-modern, and classic style still reigns.

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Wed Mar 03, 2010 10:39 pm

FRWLE

The Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe, and the Notre-Dame Cathedral, are just the beginning. Known as the City of Light, Paris is a city that won’t disappoint.

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Mon Dec 21, 2009 1:52 pm

BRCincy

Formerly a 13th century fishing village, Amsterdam is now a major hub for business and tourism, with a highly diverse population, and enjoying a broad range of arts, culture and 'counter-culture'.

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Sun Aug 10, 2008 4:05 pm

Infernorhythm

This alpine escape offers everything from cosmopolitan cities and luxury spas, to magnificent mountain scenery and ski resorts that are second to none.

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Mon Jul 06, 2009 12:02 pm

Maximilian

The legendary Orient-Express offers a travel experience like no other, in the style of a bygone era, to exciting cities including Venice, Paris, London, Budapest, Prague, Istanbul, Vienna and Rome.

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Fri May 15, 2009 10:56 pm

Dr. Fel

Welcome to Jamaica, an island that offers a broad range of activities spanning rugged outdoor adventures to exciting nightlife, in Montego Bay, Negril, Ocho Rios, or the capital city of Kingston.

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Fri Jun 27, 2008 5:14 pm

Alastair McKnight

There isn't much that you can't do in The Bahamas! Explore the natural beauty of these islands by plane or by bicycle. Go scuba diving, snorkeling, fishing or shark diving. Or enjoy a round of golf, or a visit to any of the island's casinos.

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Thu Feb 19, 2009 11:03 am

Crawdaddy

Portugal has a rich seafaring past, superb beach resorts, wistful towns and a landscape wreathed in olive groves and vineyards. Savouring life slowly is a Portuguese passion.

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From Athens to blindingly bright islands - from fallen columns on the sacred island of Delos, to the remnants of Atlantis at Santorini. Don't expect a visit there to be a sober study of the ancient world - the Greek propensity for partying dates back to Dionysos.

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Fri May 23, 2008 9:43 pm

Sark

"I know a great restaurant in Karachi." From New York to the Far East, there are still many Bond locations to explore...

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Mon Dec 28, 2009 1:51 pm

ltwftw

Where hasn't Bond visited? Discuss great potential travel destinations.

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Sun Apr 26, 2009 4:22 pm

Crawdaddy

"Walther PPK, 7.65 millimeter, with a delivery like a brick through a plate-glass window." Discuss choosing, handling, and maintaining a handgun, ammunitions, holsters, and safety, etc.

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Mon Dec 14, 2009 4:52 am

Jaws

Discuss the fundamentals of unarmed combat, the variety of fighting styles, puches and kicks, blocks and counters, chokes and holds, throws, handling multiple assailants, etc.

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Wed Jan 20, 2010 2:10 am

Bondage

Discuss the art of controling the car, accelerating and gear changing, braking, cornering, sliding and skidding, accident avoidance, weather conditions, etc.

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Thu Jan 21, 2010 5:24 pm

Nim

"Now, Pussy, you know a lot more about planes than guns." Discuss what you know about flying a plane, from taxi to takeoff, straight and level flying, and landing, and how to obtain your recreational or private pilot's licence.

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Sat Jul 25, 2009 10:26 am

OO Kevin

Discuss basic riding skills, preparation, protective riding gear, riding straight, cornering, countersteering, how to obtain a motorcycle licence, etc.

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Mon Nov 30, 2009 6:15 pm

Mr_Martini

Discuss the basics of helicopter flying, basic aerodynamics, the flight controls, basic and advanced maneuvers, autorotation, human factors and safety, etc.

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Break the sound barrier in a real military jet fighter! Discuss what's involved in flying the incredible L-39 jet trainer, like Bond flies in 'Tomorrow Never Dies', or fly the legendary MiG-29, or the incredible MiG-31 Foxhound.

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Tue Jul 01, 2008 5:16 pm

007wannabe

Everything from Acrostars, to Rocket-packs, to bulldozers. If it accelerates and steers, Bond can drive it!

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Thu Jan 07, 2010 9:27 am

Jaws

Grab the reigns and discuss the basics of riding, proper clothing, mounting and dismounting, walk, trot, canter, riding styles, tack and supplies, and finding the right riding instructor.

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Wed Nov 14, 2007 10:14 am

solitaire

Discuss the basics of ballooning, the parts pf a balloon, the mechanics, experiences in a hot-air balloon, how balloons fly, and where to go ballooning near you, etc.

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Mon Jan 28, 2008 6:28 pm

CASINOROYALE7

Discuss the essentials of bobsledding, the history, the physics, when and where to go to try bobsledding, etc.

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Mon Nov 26, 2007 10:08 pm

bondfan20

Discuss the essentials of surfing, the science of the waves, maneuvers, boards and equipment, dangers and safety, and the surf culture, etc

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Mon Jan 14, 2008 6:06 pm

solitaire

Discuss the bsaics of water-skiing and wakeboarding, slalom, trick skiing, share waterskiing tips, find good places to learn to water ski, waterskiing equipment, etc.

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Tue Jan 05, 2010 3:25 pm

modernbond

Discuss the basics of fencing, the concepts, the rules, the equipment and clothing, the different weapons including the epee, the sabre, and the foil, and find a fencing club near you, etc.

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Tue Jan 05, 2010 3:01 pm

modernbond

Bond in space? Fair enough... Visit a Cosmonaut Training Center, and see if you have the right stuff. Prepare for space missions by training in aircraft designed to simulate the weightlessness of outer space, and learn how to accomplish tasks with no gravity.

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Sun Jan 03, 2010 2:25 pm

Crawdaddy

"You've taken good care of your body..." Discuss nutrition, exercise, anything to help you stay 'James Bond fit'.

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Sun Feb 21, 2010 3:31 pm

darkpath

The most important factor of all for reaching your goals is perseverance. How do you stay motivated?

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Wed Jan 13, 2010 6:56 pm

008

'But you wear it with such disdain, my guess is you didn't come from money...', so you'll need to finance your own missions. Discuss how you plan to be prepared financially.

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Mon Jan 18, 2010 4:16 pm

Crawdaddy

Bond Women: The greatest mystery of all. 'Nuff said.'

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Fri Mar 05, 2010 1:44 pm

rhys33

'Shrublands for the Brain:' How do you keep your brain on it's toes? Stay sharp, and reduce your stress.

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Wed Dec 30, 2009 5:48 pm

Crawdaddy

Discuss the original Fleming novels, continued works by John Gardner and Raymond Benson, related works such as the Young James Bond series, and the new 'Devil May Care' by Sebastian Faulks.

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Wed Jan 20, 2010 4:38 pm

Crawdaddy

Discuss the official series from 'Dr. No' to 'Casino Royale', the un-official films, and even the Bond-inspired imitations and parodies, and beyond.

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Wed Mar 03, 2010 10:37 pm

FRWLE

Discuss games and 'gaming' related to James Bond, from classic RPGs, to the modern video game world with the original 'Goldeneye 64,' to the upcoming 'Quantum of Solace.'

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Tue Dec 29, 2009 8:26 pm

Eddychaput

Meet and greet with your fellow Bond fanatics, and discuss all things Bond and non-Bond alike.

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Fri Mar 05, 2010 12:41 pm

FRWLE

Suggest ideas for new podcast topics...

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Sat Mar 06, 2010 11:45 am

Problem Eliminator

How can we make the podcasts, the site and the forum better?

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Wed Oct 07, 2009 12:51 pm

SilentService

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