Best Archer Podcast Productions Podcasts (2024)

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The Baby-sitters Club: Claudia, Part 2 56:17

9d ago56:17

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Send us a Text Message. It's a special 4th of July episode! What's more American than relying on child labor to fix a failing healthcare system? That sounds grim, but we continue to enjoy our time with the girls of BSC. We return to our discussion of Claudia with a leisurely tour of what is possibly the saddest book in the Baby-sitters Club canon, …

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The Baby-Sitters Club: Claudia Part 1 1:02:09

1M ago1:02:09

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Send us a Text Message. We are diving back into The Baby-Sitters Club and we've brought a special friend along for the ride. Kelsey proves to be the non-diabetic Stacey of the podcast because she goes away but she always comes back. While Kelsey might be Stacey, we kind of all wanted to be Claudia at some point with her junk food stash, illicit Nan…

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Front Desk 1:04:48

2M ago1:04:48

1:04:48

Send us a Text Message. Is it a memoir? Is it fiction? Who can say when your author and main character are both wunderkind business people. This episode takes us to the Calivista Motel, a charming motel operating on the backs of children and horribly exploited immigrants. When you are an 10 year old front desk clerk, you're responsible for a lot - …

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Jacob Have I Loved 1:13:34

3M ago1:13:34

1:13:34

Send us a Text Message. Ever felt overshadowed by a sibling or struggled to find your own identity? Katherine Paterson's "Jacob Have I Loved" brings these raw emotions to the surface, and we're peeling back the layers. Join us as we navigate Sarah Louise's turbulent journey, from her envy-ridden youth on the Chesapeake Bay to her quest for self-rec…

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Bonus Episode: a Peer Health Educator discusses Forever 33:45

3M ago33:45

33:45

Send us a Text Message. Forever was a real headscratcher for us. We *think* Judy Blume was trying to disseminate information about teen sexual health in an easily digestible way but we wanted to check in with an expert. In this frank conversation, we untangle the complex dynamics of the book's central relationship and contrast the sexual health ser…

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Forever 1:03:11

4M ago1:03:11

1:03:11

Send us a Text Message. Oh Judy Blume, you are officially our most frequently covered author on TBMM and oh my, have you ever given us some wild rides. We weren't sure what to expect when we revisited Forever, one of the most frequently challenged books of all time, but it wasn't Ralph. The first rule of the Judy Blume fan club is you do NOT talk a…

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After the Maniacs 34:22

5M ago34:22

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This marks the final episode of "In The Shadows of the Neon Maniacs." This week, we shift our focus to life after the Maniacs. Join us as we explore the aftermath of their reign of terror. Thank you to everyone for your support. Tonebox - Cooldown: https://open.spotify.com/track/1sp8jntA6UeP2bvjbpc9st…

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The Maniacs Lair 35:18

5M ago35:18

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Welcome back to Episode Nine of "In the Shadows of the Neon Maniacs." In this episode, we embark on a journey to uncover the secrets surrounding the mysterious truck found in the maniacs' lair. And we'll also discuss the final moments of the film.

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The Bluest Eye 1:06:26

5M ago1:06:26

1:06:26

Send us a Text Message. How many times have you read The Bluest Eye by the legendary Toni Morrison, and why is it never enough times? In this episode, we all revisit this literary classic and realize there are several interpretations and layers we missed in previous readings. Like, did you ever consider that Pecola is Jesus and the prostitutes (*ah…

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The School and the Missing Pieces 34:48

5M ago34:48

34:48

In our eighth installment of "In the Shadows of the Neon Maniacs." In this episode, we'll look at the final moment of the High School sequence and learn about who the Neon Maniacs really are. We'll also take a look at some missing scenes and the mysterious maniac, Decapitator.

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Bonus Episode: Interview with an archer 46:37

5M ago46:37

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Send us a Text Message. With a May 8th birthday, Katniss Everdeen is a Taurus not a Sagittarius (Latin for 'archer') but we challenge you to name a more iconic wielder of bow and arrows in pop culture. It seemed therefore essential that we seek out an expert to talk to us about the venerable art of archery. We connected with Hannah, an analyst who …

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The Battle of the Bands 55:10

5M ago55:10

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Welcome to Episode Seven of "In the Shadows of the Neon Maniacs." This week, we'll shift our attention to the electrifying 'battle of the bands' sequence.

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Cimarron and the Subway 51:05

6M ago51:05

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Welcome to Episode Six of "In the Shadows of the Neon Maniacs." This week, we delve into the story of how Neon Maniacs found salvation through the efforts of trailer house Cimaron Productions. Additionally, we'll dissect the subway sequence of the film and have an exclusive conversation with the maniac known as Mohawk played by Chuck Cohen.…

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The Hunger Games 1:02:16

6M ago1:02:16

1:02:16

Send us a Text Message. Much like Katniss Everdeen, in this episode we are faced with some very tough choices. Four librarians enter the podcasting studio, only one will leave! Actually no librarian podcasters had to fight to the death during the making of this episode, though we did learn that Darlene would simply opt out of the Hunger Games, so I…

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Paula, the Slasher, and the Production Shutdown 51:28

7M ago51:28

51:28

In this fifth episode, we look at fan favorite Paula, and explore Joel-Steven Hammond's portrayal of the Slasher. Additionally, we'll discuss the intriguing circumstances surrounding the production shutdown.

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Natalie and the Aftermath 48:28

7M ago48:28

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In our fourth installment, we resume with the park sequence's conclusion and chat with Mario Valdez, the actor behind Samurai. We'll explore Natalie's character, delve into the aftermath of the park scene, and examine the Maniacs Ape and Scavengers' roles.

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The Archer and the Park 34:50

7M ago34:50

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In this third installment, we delve into one of the film's most memorable scenes from Neon Maniacs - the park. We’ll also hear from the Archer himself, Barry Buchanan, about his experiences working on this sequence.

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Joe Mangine and the Tarot Cards 38:02

8M ago38:02

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Join us as we take a look at Neon Maniacs director Joe Mangine. We'll also uncover the secrets behind the intriguing tarot cards featured at the start of the film.

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Mark Patrick Carducci and the Bridge 32:36

8M ago32:36

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In this inaugural episode, join us as we delve into the fascinating origins of the cult classic movie "Neon Maniacs." Our journey begins with a close examination of the film's enigmatic writer and creator, Mark Patrick Carducci. Song featured in this episode: ToneBox: Cyberpunk Blues https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_euc5rmH72Q…

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Hispanic Heritage Month: How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents Rerelease 1:07:18

9M ago1:07:18

1:07:18

Send us a Text Message. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we're revisiting some of our favorite episodes! To close out HHM, here's How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents by Julia Alvarez. If you missed this episode the first time around, it's back with some bonus recommendations for readalikes. This episode we dive into Julia Alvarez's How the …

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Hispanic Heritage Month: The House on Mango Street Rerelease 1:09:45

10M ago1:09:45

1:09:45

Send us a Text Message. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we're revisiting some of our favorite episodes! First up is The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros. If you missed this episode the first time around, it's back with some bonus recommendations for readalikes. In this episode, we're spending time with Esperanza Cordero, her family, fr…

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Blubber 1:06:36

1+ y ago1:06:36

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Send us a Text Message. We had such a good experience with Are You There, God? It's Me, Margaret. that we decided to go back to the Judy Blume well as a palate cleanser of sorts post-Sisterhood. Well, you know how it's really gross when you drink orange juice when you were expecting milk? That was sort of how using Blubber as a palate cleanser went…

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Bonus Episode: Dr. Mike Duncan discusses the science in A Wrinkle in Time 23:48

1+ y ago23:48

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Send us a Text Message. We couldn't decide what genre A Wrinkle in Time was but we definitely considered science fiction. To further explore our genre-confusion, we decided to talk to an expert about the actual math and science in A Wrinkle in Time. Is it fuzzy math? Is it fantasy? Is breathing flowers in an oxygen starved atmosphere really just a …

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#121 Round Table Part 2 1:38:21

1+ y ago1:38:21

1:38:21

The guys all get together again for a second conversation about some of the stuff going on in archery. How none of it makes sense. How the fan boys will tell you to trust some pro no matter what. and so on.By Stephanie & Anthony Conte

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A Wrinkle in Time 1:12:50

1+ y ago1:12:50

1:12:50

Send us a Text Message. We're no strangers to books with religious overtones or stories meant to impart a moral lesson, but this episode's journey to Camazotz with Madeleine L'Engle's classic work A Wrinkle in Time is definitely the most overtly religious book we've tackled. Jesus, Charles Wallace... or Jesus= Charles Wallace? We're not entirely su…

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The Baby-Sitters Club: Kristy 1:10:05

1+ y ago1:10:05

1:10:05

Send us a Text Message. This is now officially an Ann M. Martin stan podcast. Ok, maybe not since our loyalties are divided between the many great authors we've revisited, but we are firmly team Ann. This episode we embark on our long-awaited journey into The Baby-Sitters Club. We are beginning at the only possible starting point: Kristy Thomas. We…

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Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 1:13:51

1+ y ago1:13:51

1:13:51

Send us a Text Message. These Books Made Me... kind of upset to be honest. This week we're tackling local-at-one-point author Ann Brashares and her homage to pretty much everything that was wrong about the late 90s, The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants. This episode has everything: a book with casual racism in the second paragraph, really dodgy hy…

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#120 Target\hunting bow? Is the Hammer the Chuck Norris of archery? 1:13:11

1+ y ago1:13:11

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In this episode the guys talk about the new release from PSE, The Shootdown PRO. This bow has some speed to it. Also have you ever thought to yourself that The Hammer is the Chuck Norris of archery. The meme game is coming to life in archery and Tim is at the lead of it.By Stephanie & Anthony Conte

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Anne of Green Gables Part 2 43:19

1+ y ago43:19

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Send us a Text Message. We're back with part 2 of Anne of Green Gables, because we, like Anne, can talk the hind leg off a mule. Anne's a capital R Romantic and obsessed with beauty. She sees it everywhere from the Lake of Shining Waters to the fashion of the day. Speaking of the fashion a la mode, we delve a little deeper into the trends and beaut…

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#119 Group talks about ATA Product release - Good or Bad 3:27:59

1+ y ago3:27:59

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In this episode Anthony and Doug are joined by Angel of the High Power Archery Podcast and Rich from Archery Geek Outdoors Podcast. We all discuss all the new items from the 2023 ATA show and we think they are good or bad. We cover the bows, sights, tools, and other accessories. These are our own opinions. At the end of the podcast Doug calls out A…

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Anne of Green Gables Pt. 1 57:15

1+ y ago57:15

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Send us a Text Message. This podcast crew has so much in common with the heroine of Lucy Maud Montgomery's classic, Anne of Green Gables. We too prattle on incessantly, have ill-advised adventures in hair dyeing, and we're big in Japan... one might say we're kindred spirits. In this episode we take a turn down the White Way of Delight and visit Avo…

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Bonus Episode: Professor Ingrid Satelmajer, University of Maryland 23:45

1+ y ago23:45

23:45

Send us a Text Message. We discussed at length about Jane Austen's most famous novel, "Pride & Prejudice" (in 2 parts!). But in case you still had a taste for more Jane Austen content, we've included an expert interview with Ingrid Satelmajer, a professor at the University of Maryland, who has taught a class called titled, "Jane Austen: Her World, …

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Pride & Prejudice: Part 2 50:15

1+ y ago50:15

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Send us a Text Message. We're back with part the second of our journey to Netherfield and Pemberley with the Bennet family. We delve into Lizzie as a character, whether Mr. Darcy really was in want of a wife, and who really got the short end of the stick in the Lydia and Wickham union. We discuss the long reach of Austen's works and marvel at her i…

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#118 Archery industry talk with Angel of High Power Archery 2:27:01

1+ y ago2:27:01

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In this episode the guys are joined by Angel of the High Power Archery Podcast. They talk about the archery industry and how there does not seem to be any real innovation lately and a lot of recycling of old technology. Plus a whole lot of getting side track.By Stephanie & Anthony Conte

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Pride & Prejudice: Part 1 1:01:17

1+ y ago1:01:17

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Send us a Text Message. This episode we are taking a leisurely stroll through the gentle hills of Hertfordshire and the genteel romances of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. We're talking classics, love-hate relationships, £5,000 bachelors, loveless marriages, Mr. Bennet's zingers, and the cost of living index in Regency period England. Our most s…

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Nancy Drew: The Secret of the Old Clock 1:03:59

1+ y ago1:03:59

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Send us a Text Message. This episode finds us in the ambiguously located town of River Heights with teen sleuth, Nancy Drew. The Nancy series has mega intergenerational nostalgia vibes for a lot of us —that row of yellow spines on a shelf transports many of us straight back to childhood. But revisiting our Nancy-love by starting with book 1, The Se…

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Heaven 1:10:38

1+ y ago1:10:38

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Send us a Text Message. If the foundation is a lie, is anything real? This episode we look at identity, trust, and family as we dive into Angela Johnson's award winning book, Heaven. Marley's world is turned upside down when she learns that nothing is what it seems and her (spoiler alert) uncle is really her dad and the people who raised her are re…

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#117 Change setup - Arrows, Quivalizer. Update on our Friend Angel 1:05:42

1+ y ago1:05:42

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By Stephanie & Anthony Conte

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Ella Enchanted 1:04:33

1+ y ago1:04:33

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Send us a Text Message. We are traipsing through the land of Kyria this week on our unnecessarily teeny tiny feet as we revisit Gail Carson Levine's Newbery Honor book Ella Enchanted. Poor Ella of Frell has been cursed with the "gift" of obedience in this reimagining of the Cinderella story. We try to decipher the moral of the story, debate the rul…

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Coraline 1:00:34

1+ y ago1:00:34

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Send us a Text Message. Neil Gaiman gave us a children's fantasy horror book for the ages with Coraline, which follows its titular character through a dark adventure like no other complete with performing mice, human-like creatures with buttons for eyes, a talking cat and a humanoid arachnid soul-stealing witch. In this episode we discuss Gaiman's …

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How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents 1:01:03

2y ago1:01:03

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Send us a Text Message. We are back for season 3 with a coming of age story told in reverse. This episode we dive into Julia Alvarez's How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents, the 1991 reverse chronology story of four sisters who flee to the United States from the Trujillo regime in the Dominican Republic. As we look through Yolanda's eyes at the w…

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#116 Injured Spine, PT, Got some new stuff and rants with Dougie 1:45:54

2y ago1:45:54

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By Stephanie & Anthony Conte

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The Westing Game 1:00:07

2y ago1:00:07

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Send us a Text Message. The Westing Game gave young readers a layered and complex mystery to solve and gave Ellen Raskin a Newbery medal. In this episode we discuss our heroine, Turtle Wexler, and her 15 fellow players in the Westing Game, and appreciate how richly drawn the characters are (except for Theo) in a book that is jam packed with main ch…

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Persepolis 1:04:50

2y ago1:04:50

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Send us a Text Message. Marjane Satrapi's groundbreaking graphic memoir Persepolis: The Story of a Childhood chronicles the life of a young girl growing up in Iran during the Islamic Revolution. In this episode we discuss the experience of reading graphic novels, the impact of Satrapi's illustration style, and the importance of this work in establi…

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The Skin I'm In 1:09:53

2y ago1:09:53

1:09:53

Send us a Text Message. This episode finds us in the brutal halls of middle school with Maleeka Madison, a 12 year old girl struggling with self-esteem, peer pressure, and grief in Sharon Flake's The Skin I'm In. Flake's almost 25 year old award winning book takes a hard look at colorism, the burden of low expectations, and the importance of teache…

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#115Convo with Dougie. Some shooting, ranting, and a review 1:04:55

2y ago1:04:55

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Title says it all.By Stephanie & Anthony Conte

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From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler 1:05:44

2y ago1:05:44

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Send us a Text Message. E.L. Konigsburg's From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler has endured on library shelves as many older Newbery books often do. In this episode we talk about whether the 1967 mystery cum adventure story still earns that spot on the shelf. We discuss Claudia Kincaid as a role model and possible queer feminist icon…

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Alice in April 1:07:28

2y ago1:07:28

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we are diving into one of the books in the comprehensive Alice series (25 books!) by children's literature paragon Phyllis Reynolds Naylor. Alice in April covers one very dramatic month in the life of Alice McKinley. Journey with us and Alice through the awkwardness of middle school, complete with inappropria…

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Ramona 1:08:51

2y ago1:08:51

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Send us a Text Message. Beverly Cleary's many books for young readers have endured the decades with her boisterous heroine Ramona Quimby remaining a perennial favorite for both parents and children. In this episode we examine the original bookends of the Ramona books, beginning with Beezus and Ramona and ending with Ramona Forever. We discuss being…

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Bonus Episode: Bill Wasik and Monica Murphy talk Rabies 40:24

2+ y ago40:24

40:24

Send us a Text Message. Many of us vividly remembered Their Eyes Were Watching God as the book where a person gets rabies and is shot. Tea Cake's demise left us with so many questions so Hannah consulted experts Bill Wasik and Monica Murphy, the authors of Rabid: A Cultural History of the World's Most Diabolical Virus. They gave us such a fascinati…

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