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Co-hosted by Anthony King and Will Hines. Talking to talented people not about what they do but what they love.
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Ayo Edebiri and Olivia Craighead are joined by guests to take deep dives into the lives and careers of the celebrities they stan. Plus Ayo and Olivia talk celebrity news, culture, and more. Produced by the Forever Dog Podcast Network.
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Competitive Literature is a podcast where hosts Julie Greiner and Grace Freud (Thomas) compete each week to determine who has the best opinions on a book picked, and judged, by our guest. Who is smart? Who is bad? All that and more will be answered on Competitive Literature.
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HI! Tawny Newsome and Alex Kliner have long straddled the worlds of comedy and music, but now they’re combining their two passions, and bringing their talented friends along for the ride! On each episode of The Supergroup, Tawny & Alex invite a comedian and musician to write and record an original song with them over the course of a week. You’ll hear every step of the process, from writing and re-writing to recording and mixing. The podcast is funny but the songs are legit. Get ready for...t ...
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Becoming Parks and Rec Nerds - EAB and Park and Rec Accreditation with Matt Johnson and Bryce Shearen
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This week we may have to temporarily rename the podcast "The Parks and Recreations Nerds" as we welcome Matt Johnson, Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Roseville. Along with my guest co-host Bryce Shearan, a colleague of mine at Bolton & Menk and former Parks and Recreation Director at the City of Little Canada. Bryce also hosts anot…
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Project Communications in Public Works with Sara Renney
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We are back for our 30th episode here at The Public Works Nerds! Here is the AI Generated Description. I have to call it out because I can't take credit for this prose: Unlock the secrets to transforming public perception and securing project funding through masterful communication with our esteemed guest, Sara Renney, Carver County's communication…
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Nerds Unplugged: Take 2 with Deb Heiser and Richard McCoy
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Join us for Take 2 of the Nerds Unplugged where I sit down with Deb Heiser, Engineering Director for the City of St. Louis Park, MN, and Richard McCoy, Public Works Director and City Engineer for the City of Robbinsdale, MN. We recap the last four episodes and chat about some random topics like college tours, bridge collapses, and infrastructure fu…
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Innovative Technologies in Pavement Management with Chris Evers
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Episode 8 of Season 2 features Chris Evers, a 2023 APWA Top Ten Public Works Leader award winner. That's why I contacted Chris, but I'm so happy I did for many reasons. First of all, I was finally able to nerd out on pavement maintenance. But I was also able to meet a pretty funny, smart, and gracious person in Chris Evers. And since Chris brought …
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Technology in City Forestry with Minnetonka's City Forester Hannibal Hayes
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This episode took some time to get out there! Blame vacations and some tech issues, but I am finally dropping the 7th episode in Season 2 - and its a good one! Super fan and Tree Nerd Hannibal Hayes from the City of Minnetonka, MN joins me to talk about using technology to better manage the urban forest. We go off on some tangents about Emerald Ash…
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Raleigh's Smart City Efforts with Jim Alberque and John Holden
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This week I'm joined by a Smart Cities team from Raleigh, North Carolina. Jim Alberque is the GIS and Emerging Technology Manager for the City of Raleigh and John Holden is the Smart City Manager for Raleigh. We talk about what does Smart Cities mean for Raleigh and how is the City focusing on different efforts under this umbrella. We cover quite a…
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St Paul Public Works Director Sean Kershaw and his Unorthodox Path to a PW career
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In this episode I sit down with my hometown Public Works Director, Sean Kershaw. As any public works nerd knows, we are at times over critical of those that serve us where we live, and we most likely have experienced that heightened scrutiny from current and retired public works professionals that live in our communities. It can be good, reaffirmin…
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Nerds Unplugged February 2024: CEAM Conference, Richard McCoy and Episode Recaps
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Welcome to the first Nerds Unplugged episode! Deb Heiser, Michael Thompson and Mark Ray join me as a panel of opinionated Public Works professionals talking about random issues related to Public Works. This is planned to be a monthly or so feature where we recap recent podcast episodes, talk about public works issues in the news and give updates to…
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Infrastructure Resilience with Russ Matthys - an APWA 2023 Top Ten Public Works Leader
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Join us for our first of hopefully many conversations with an APWA Top Ten Public Works Leader. In this episode we are joined by a Public Works Nerds Podcast veteran, Russ Matthys. In 2023, Russ was one of 10 professionals named a Top Ten Public Works Leader by APWA. We talk to Russ about the award and what that means to him. We also talk about a n…
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The State of Recycling with Eureka Recycling's Kate Davenport
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Discover the transformative power of recycling and how it intertwines with community economics in our latest Public Works Nerds podcast episode. I, Marc Culver, am joined by the insightful Kate Davenport, co-President of Eureka Recycling, who not only shares her personal journey from climate activism to leading a nonprofit recycling enterprise but …
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Challenges and Solutions for Water Service Line Inventory with Chelsea Alger and Dave Malm
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Unlock the secrets of how cities are combatting the pernicious issue of lead in our drinking water, as Chelsea Alger and Dave Malm from Bolton & Menk join us to dissect the monumental task of lead service line replacement. With the Flint water crisis still fresh in our memories, we explore the complexities of updating water service inventories, the…
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It's our 20th episode! Which is milestone in and of itself. Considering 90% of podcasts don't make it past 3 episodes, we're in pretty good company. I am joined by our first episode guest, Mark Ray, Public Works Director and City Engineer for the City of Crystal, MN. Mark, who is one of the most positive people I know, helps me review the season an…
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Solid Waste: Organized Collection, Recycling and Organics with Rachel Lindholm
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This week we dive into the intricate world of waste management with Rachel Lindholm, the Sustainability Specialist from the City of Richfield, Minnesota. In this episode we talk about how Richfield implemented organized collection, managed recycling services and started both a drop off and curb side organics collection system. Listen in as we nerd …
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A Conversation with the MN Chapter of APWA: Events, Committees, Strategic Plans, and Professional Development
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Join us and we talk with the Officers of the Minnesota Chapter of APWA. We talk about the history of the chapter, the committees, conferences, and their strategic plan. This is a lively and fun discussion with some very dedicated and devoted public works nerds! Our distinguished guests - President Monica Heil, Vice President Jupe Hale, Secretary/Tr…
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GIS and GeoAI in the world of Public Works with Adam Carnow and John Shain
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In our 17th episode we talk to two GIS Nerds, Adam Carnow from ESRI and John Shain from Bolton & Menk. In the spirit of the AI movement, which we talk about in this episode, specifically GeoAI, I'm going to let the AI generated episode description say the rest - I usually consider this too wordy to use for the actual episode descriptions and end up…
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The City Engineers Association of Minnesota and how it helps distribute MN's gas tax with Deb Heiser
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In this episode Deb Heiser and I nerd out about the City Engineers Association of Minnesota, a unique organization of municipal engineers. We talk about CEAM's mission, committees and purpose. We also dive into what role CEAM plays in the distribution of Minnesota's gas tax. We would love to hear from others about how your state's gas tax is distri…
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Implementing Adaptive Level Control Systems for Stormwater Ponds with Ross Bintner
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Meet Ross Bittner, Engineering Services Manager from Edina, Minnesota, who has an extraordinary passion for water resources and a knack for innovation. Ross and I nerd out in this episode about a new Adaptive Level Control System that the City of Edina is using to create additional storage in a stormwater pond in advance of rain events. Listen in a…
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How To Handle A Public Works Crisis With Nick Egger
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This week we are joined by Nick Egger, Public Works Director for the City of Rosemount, MN. Nick steps back to his time with the City of Hastings, MN and the management of a water contamination event in 2018. Nick talks about how they discovered the contamination, lessons learned about communication, and working with the state Department of Health.…
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Exploring Pipe Condition Assessment and Trenchless Technologies with Paul Pasko
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In this episode Marc and guest co-host Deb Heiser talk to Paul Pasko from Electro Scan, Inc. Paul talks about using new technologies to assess the condition of water and sewer pipes. We also talk about using trenchless techniques to rehabilitate pipes and how the future of pipe replacement will be finding small segments to replace/rehabilitate vers…
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Traffic Engineering for Cities with Marc and Mike
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Marc and Mike go solo in this episode focusing on Traffic Engineering for Cities. Leveraging Mike's years of compiling data and producing reports and guides for various traffic related issues at the City level, the Public Works Nerds tackle a couple of frequent complaints such as speeding, request for stop signs and crosswalks. We also touch briefl…
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Exploring the Intersection of Drone Technology and Public Works with Brian Simmons
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What happens when you merge the world of public works with drone technology? Our guest for today's episode, Brian Simmons, a Principal Engineer with Bolton & Menk, and tech enthusiast, shares his insights. A seasoned expert in the field, Brian provides us with an engaging primer on drones and UAVs, distinguishing between the two, and underscores th…
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Upping your Social Media Game with Kevin Wright from the City of Chaska, MN
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In this episode, Kevin Wright, Communications Manager for the City of Chaska, MN, talks to us about how to use Social Media for public works events and projects. We talk about how Chaska is using Social Media, what platforms they are on and where the public is engaging with the City on social media. We also talk about the recently released "20 Tips…
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Mark Maloney: A Career Spanning Three Decades in Public Works
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On Friday, July 21st, 2023 Mark Maloney will end his public works career after almost 29 years at the City of Shoreview, MN, and over 32 total years in the engineering and public works field. We are dropping this bonus episode one day before that official retirement to celebrate his remarkable career. Mark has been a role model for many of us in Mi…
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American Public Works Association Update with CEO Scott Grayson
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In this episode we talk with Scott Grayson, CEO of the American Public Works Association (APWA). Scott talks about the new strategic directions for APWA, value to public works professionals, and some challenges to the industry such as workforce and DEI initiatives. We also talk about the value of Accreditation, which is offered by APWA for public w…
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St Paul Regional Water Service's Water Treatment Plant Overhaul Project Using Progressive Design Build - A Conversation with Pat Shea
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Pat Shea, General Manager of the St Paul Regional Water Service spends time with us nerds to talk about their mammoth Water Treatment Plant project including the use of Progressive Design Build to deliver the project. Pat also touches on the issue of lead service line replacement and how SPRWS's surface water source is unique in the nation. FURTHER…
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Experiments in Neighborhood Traffic Control and Using Big Data with Deb Heiser, PE
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In this episode, we talk about transportation systems with Deb Heiser, Engineering Director of St. Louis Park, MN. We discuss handling citizen requests,neighborhood meetings, how the city uses pilot projects to test traffic control changes in advance of street reconstruction projects, and her use of big data. Further Resources https://www.streetlig…
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Hello old friends, Grace here. In the last couple of years, I've started a comedy duo with my friend April Clark called Girl God and we just launched a new podcast titled The Girl God Experience. I'm uploading the first episode onto the ol' Comp Lit feed because I thought you all might want to check it out. Thank you!…
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Evolving Asset Management Systems with Russ Matthys, PE and John Gorder, PE
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Ever wondered how cities manage their assets and infrastructure? Join us as we sit down with John Gorder and Russ Matthys from the City of Egan, two award-winning engineers, who have played an instrumental role in the city's growth and management. Throughout our discussion, we'll learn about the fascinating journey of Eagan's pavement management pr…
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Recap of Smart Cities Connect Conference - Spring 2023
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In this episode, we share our insights from the Smart Cities Connect conference in Denver, discussing the importance of data management for public agencies and how IoT sensors and video are revolutionizing the way we collect, analyze, and store data. We dive into the role of LiDAR in detecting pedestrians, bikes, and other objects in all light leve…
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Innovating Winter Maintenance: Reducing Salt Use and Protecting the Environment with Connie Fortin
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What if you could reduce your reliance on salt and design better, more environmentally friendly winter maintenance strategies? Join us as we chat with Connie Fortin, the Low Salt Strategist at Bolton Mank, who shares her innovative approach to this challenge by collaborating with civil engineers, landscape architects, and planners. Discover the adv…
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Reorganizing and Establishing the Right Culture in a Public Works Department with Michael Thompson, PE
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Michael Thompson, PE has been on quite a journey at Plymouth, MN, since taking over as the public works director in 2017. Listen to learn how he has reshaped the department and the lessons he has learned. Further Resources: Plymouth Public Works Weekly Update Newsletter April 26, 2023 https://drive.google.com/file/d/10zwSatA9IQ1kZDpcXVmcpKMWkaqOz9k…
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Emergency Response in Public Works with Mark Ray, PE
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When we think of Emergency Response, we think of ambulances, fire trucks, and police cars showing up on the scene. Mark Ray, PE (Public Works Director for Crystal, MN) has added a fourth to that list – public works trucks. Listen to learn how Mark: Built key relationships across jurisdictions and city departments to help Public Works become a vital…
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Listen to Marc Culver, PE and Mike Spack, PE dig into their backgrounds and what they plan to do with The Public Works Nerds podcast.By Marc Culver, PE and Mike Spack, PE
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We're back! For no reason! Well, maybe because there's a writer's strike and Anthony has time. And maybe because Will figured out that if he just sent Anthony a scheduled zoom link with no warning, Anthony would accept it! But whatever the reason is, your hosts are back with another "minor obsessions" only episode. We go over apps, books, games, ot…
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Demi Moore's Inside Out with Jourdain Searles
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Julie and Grace talk to film critic and writer Jourdain Searles about Inside Out, Demi Moore's wild and moving autobiography. Follow Jourdain on Twitter at @Jourdayen and make sure you subscribe to Competitive Literature so you never, ever, ever miss an episode.By Julie Greiner and Grace Freud
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Station Eleven with Jen Ashley Wright
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Julie and Grace talk with author Jen Ashley Wright about Emily St. John Mandel's thrilling tale of pandemic theater kids, Station Eleven. Follow Jen on Twitter @jenashleywright.By Julie Greiner and Grace Freud
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The Secret History with Sean Clements and Hayes Davenport Pt. 2
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This is it. Julie and Grace's greatest battle of wits yet comes to its thrilling conclusion as podcast grandmasters Sean Clements and Hayes Davenport (Hollywood Handbook) choose who is worthy to join their little clique and who is an absolute fucking idiot who read The Secret History by Donna Tartt wrong. Check out Hollywood Handbook's Patreon and …
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The Secret History with Sean and Hayes Pt. 1
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Sean Clements and Hayes Davenport from Hollywood Handbook join Julie and Grace to admire and explore The Secret History by Donna Tartt, the only book that has never been adapted into a movie and the first book we've covered that couldn't fit into only one episode. Part two is out next week, until then why not check out Hayes' excellent deep dive in…
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Lindsay Katai (Infinity Train) uses her expert skills as an avowed critic of horror literature to absolutely grill Grace and Julie to a crisp about Shirley Jackson's classic psychological thriller, Hangsaman. Follow Lindsay @LindsayKatai and check out her podcast Teen Creeps.By Julie Greiner and Grace Freud
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Writer of comedy, comics, children's novels and more Daniel Kibblesmith joins Grace and Julie to talk about John Gardner's Beowulf-inspired novel Grendel. But who did a better job of reading the book and is therefore an objectively smarter, more important person? Listen to find out! Then follow Daniel at @kibblesmith, Julie at @JulieAbridged, and G…
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The Sneetches with Rajat Suresh and Jeremy Levick
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The scholarly pair of Rajat Suresh and Jeremy Levick join Grace and Julie to talk about Dr. Seuss' most important work: The Sneetches and Other Stories. Follow Rajat and Jeremy on Twitter at @rajat_suresh and @jeremylevick, and remember to subscribe to Competitive Literature wherever your grubby little hands get your dirty little podcasts.…
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Confessions of the Fox with Harron Walker
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W Magazine columnist Harron Walker joins us to talk about the first and only novel ever written by and/or about transgender people, Confessions of the Fox by Jordy Rosenberg. Follow Harron at @HarronWalker, Grace at @GraceGFreud, Julie at @JulieAbridged and subscribe to this very podcast if you haven't already!…
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Multi-hyphenate cartoonist, editor, professor and more Steenz joins Grace and Julie to dive into BTTM FDRS, the acclaimed graphic novel Ezra Clayton Daniels and Ben Passmore. Who understands what this book has to say about gentrification, race and art? Who doesn't? Find out all that and more in this week's episode of Competitive Literature. And the…
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When Grace first met her future father-in-law and data scientist Doug Freud, he insisted she read a particular book. A book he brings up in just about every conversation they've ever had. Doug joins Julie and Grace to discuss that book: Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari.By Julie Greiner and Grace Freud
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A Series of Unfortunate Events with Jamie Loftus
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Grace and Julie kick off Competitive Literature with world renowned book reader (Lolita Podcast) and book eater (she ate Infinite Jest) Jamie Loftus! She decides which of our hosts has the better opinions about A Series of Unfortunate Events. Follow Jamie @JamieLoftusHelp on Twitter and listen to The Bechdel Cast and Lolita Podcast, out now whereve…
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Competitive Literature, a podcast about which of our hosts, Julie Greiner and Grace Thomas (ClickHole, Funny or Die, The Onion), has the best opinions about some of the greatest and least greatest works of literature, is coming this January! Subscribe now to be notified when the first episode drops.By Grace
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Season 2 Finale: 2 Costner 2 Conundrum
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In the last episode of the season, it's just Ayo and Olivia as they discuss all of their favorite icons! From Judy Greer, to Tim Meadows, even to friend of the pod, Ziwe! All that and more, listen now!! FOLLOW AYO: https://www.instagram.com/ayoedebiri https://twitter.com/ayoedebiri FOLLOW OLIVIA: https://www.instagram.com/oliviacraighead https://tw…
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Janelle joins us in conversation about her icon, Grace Jones! Janelle reveals the moment she realize Grace was an icon, why there couldn't be a Grace Jones today, and ultimately, which man could sleep with Halle Berry on a bed of diamonds. Plus, Ayo discusses Jim Carrey and Olivia talks Kenan Thompson. Enjoy! FOLLOW AYO: https://www.instagram.com/a…
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