Best Daisy Knight Podcasts (2024)

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The 1970s Fashion Designer Showdown at Versailles with Natasha Lester 31:20

5d ago31:20

31:20

I’m excited to be joined on the show today by New York Times bestselling author Natasha Lester. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, The Disappearance of Astrid Bricard, a brilliant blend of feminism, fashion, and history in this bold novel set against the real-life designers’ showdown in Versailles in the 1970s. Paired with this epi…

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Pushing the Envelope - S18 EP4 1:01:57

2d ago1:01:57

1:01:57

It's Series 18, Episode 4 and Jenny and Jack are back with more fashion observations, a controversy from this week's carrot task, and why this cast has broken yet another record with their points (can you guess what it is?). Plus a lot of you had the same hot dog question, and we get a last-minute series prediction all the way from Utah. We always …

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Looted Florentine Art in The Last Masterpiece by Laura Morelli 38:51

6d ago38:51

38:51

Join me as chat with Laura Morelli, author of six novels listed on Art In FIction: The Gondola Maker in the Other category, and five novels in the Visual Arts category, including The Painter's Apprentice, The Giant, The Night Portrait, The Stolen Lady, and The Last Masterpiece, that we will be chatting about in this episode. View the video on YouTu…

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The Halifax Harbour Explosion with Donna Jones Alward 23:55

12d ago23:55

23:55

We're joined on the show today by guest author Donna Jones Alward. On this episode we're going to talk about her book, When the World Fell Silent, a WWI story of loss, hope and redemption, the Canadian Army Nurse Corps, and the Halifax Harbour explosion. Paired with this episode: Donna: Sparkling water with slices of lime Eliza: ZipFizz, Limon Donn…

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Record Breakers! - S18 EP3 1:05:55

9d ago1:05:55

1:05:55

This week Jenny and Jack boldly discuss all the things no one else can or will when it comes to the third episode of series 18; like how many saxophone songs the average person can name, why we never hear pop music in the TM universe, and which task was Jenny's favourite ever. Stats-wise, it's another episode of RECORD BREAKERS, and we get our fan …

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Stephanie Dray Chats about Frances Perkins the First Woman to Serve in a Presidential Cabinet 32:32

15d ago32:32

32:32

On this episode we’re going to chat with Stephanie Dary about her book, Becoming Madam Secretary, a captivating and richly dramatic novel about Frances Perkins, one of the greatest political figures of the twentieth century, and an unsung heroine whose legacy is woven into the fabric of every American life. Paired with this episode: Stephanie: Wate…

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Like Guy Fawkes, a Lot at Stake - S18 EP2 1:05:03

17d ago1:05:03

1:05:03

Jenny and Jack are BACK and this week they're discussing the second episode of the brand new Taskmaster series. It's another show of firsts regarding hot dogs, Jesus, and Jokers, plus a distinct lack of cheating and what appears to be the first shed panic of the series. Give us your Series 18 reactions: fans@taskmaster.tv Watch all of Taskmaster on…

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Diamond Annie and the Forty Elephants Gang with Heather Webb 31:04

23d ago31:04

31:04

On this episode we’re going to chat with Heather Webb about her book, Queens of London, a tale of dark glamor and sisterhood featuring Britain’s first female crime syndicate, the ever-shifting meaning of justice, and the way women claim their power by any means necessary. Paired with this episode: Heather: Sancerre white wine from the Loire Valley …

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Bubbles and Love Bites - S18 EP1 1:07:28

23d ago1:07:28

1:07:28

It's the series 18 first episode and an episode of firsts! Jack and Jenny talk stats, fashion, why the start of this series had Jenny on edge, why we're bound to see one contestant naked by the end of this series, and Jack points out a potential major goof in the first task. Give us your Series 18 reactions: fans@taskmaster.tv Watch all of Taskmast…

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Boots' Booklover's Library in Nottingham, England with Madeline Martin 29:52

30d ago29:52

29:52

On this episode we’re going to chat with Madeline Martin about her new book, The Booklover’s Library, a heartwarming story about a mother and daughter in wartime England and the power of books that bring them together. Paired with this episode: Madeline: Thousand Stories, Gold Rush Red Eliza: Z Alexander Brown, Uncaged, Cabernet Sauvignon Madeline'…

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Three More Sleeps! (And a Series 18 Stats Deep Dive) 1:06:08

1M ago1:06:08

1:06:08

This week Jack leads the discussion with his signature statistical deep dive into Series 18 contestants to examine advantages and disadvantages according to age, height, nationality, Edinburgh awards, education, birth location, how close they live to the sea, etc. etc. Plus, Jenny gives her first fashion rundown after watching the Series 18 trailer…

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The Real Maria Von Trapp & The Sound of Music with Michelle Moran 30:30

1M ago30:30

30:30

On today's episode, we have bestselling author Michelle Moran chatting about her new book, Maria: a novel of Maria Von Trapp, bringing to life the woman glamorized in The Sound of Music. Paired with this episode: Michelle: Diet Coke & Mimosa Eliza: Black coffee & Gerard Bertrand, Cote de Roses, rose Michelle's Book: Maria: a novel of Maria Von Trap…

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Series 18 Predictions with Lou Sanders 1:00:37

1M ago1:00:37

1:00:37

This week Jenny and Jack are joined by beloved former co-host Lou Sanders! Lou ditches her Magic 8 Ball for Series 18 predictions and instead uses the power of 'rocking' to ask some Taskmaster-related questions and also some non-Taskmaster related questions. Plus, Jenny and Jack discuss Series 3, Episode 1, which brings up more questions such as (b…

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Threads of Beauty and Feminism in Hester by Laurie Lico Albanese 39:13

1M ago39:13

39:13

Join me as chat with Laurie Lico Albanese, author of three novels listed on Art In FIction, including Hester listed in the Textile Arts category and Stolen Beauty and The Miracles of Prato (co-written with Laura Morowitz) listed in the Visual Arts category on Art In Fiction. View the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vUuYVDmYdDQ Inspiration for He…

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Shrunken Onesie - S7, Ep. 6 59:53

1M ago59:53

59:53

This week Jack and Jenny are talk about the 50th episode of Taskmaster, including why Jenny can relate to Phil’s costume choice - plus the pair revisit more 'minus points' revelations in the emails section, and Jack drills down deeper into 'pointsflation' in his stats section to reveal who is *technically* the most successful contestant of all time…

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Special Guest - Nick Mohammed 45:13

2M ago45:13

45:13

This week Jack and Jenny are joined by the beloved fan favourite, self-professed ‘People’s Loser,’ aka Dracula, aka Mr. Swallow himself, Nick Mohammed! They discuss the ups and downs of Nick's stats, why he's winning in Hollywood, the origins of Dracula, where Mr. Swallow flies to next AND Nick leaves us with a little magic prediction for series 18…

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Caravaggio, Cosa Nostra, and the Catholic Church in House of Honor by Margaret Ann Philbrick 53:25

2M ago53:25

53:25

Join me as I chat with Margaret Ann Philbrick, author of two novels listed on Art In FIction: House of Honor listed in the Visual Arts category and A Minor listed in the Music category. View the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vUuYVDmYdDQ Genesis of House of Honor Obession with the life and work of Caravaggio Heist of Caravaggio's Nativity (stil…

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Spillage of Tears - S10, Ep.10 47:12

2M ago47:12

47:12

This week Jenny and Jack are reviewing the series finale of episode 10 in an effort to answer Jenny's question last week about whether anyone's ever cried on Taskmaster before. Plus the pair are forced to address a 'goof and a wrinkle' sent in by a fan about the history of subtracting points. Have something to say, specifically regarding Taskmaster…

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Who's Greg? - S13, Ep.7 57:02

2M ago57:02

57:02

This week Jenny and Jack are on the Highway to Heg, taking special stops along the way to discuss Jenny's mini Taskmaster reunion, the Taskmaster BBQ, who Jeremy Allen White’s grandfather ISN’T, and whether or not Julian Clary has been watching Taskmaster since appearing on the show. Plus Jack serves a healthy portion of stats and the pair answer '…

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It’s Sort of My Birthday Too - S12, Ep.5 1:04:07

2M ago1:04:07

1:04:07

Jack and Jenny are back to see if Croissants is Croissants (and bonus points is bonus points) this week. Plus, the pair ponder what Alex would be like as a contestant, Jenny sees a gardenia for the first time, and we hear probably the only in depth football chat you’re likely to get from Jenny. Jack consults the stats to find out which location Tas…

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Having Fun with a Change of Genre in A Change of Location by Margaret Porter 41:22

3M ago41:22

41:22

Join me as I chat with Margaret Porter, author of four novels listed on Art In FIction, including A Change of Location, The Limits of Limelight, and Beautiful Invention: A Novel of Hedy Lamarr listed in the Film category, and The Myrtle Wand listed in the Dance category. View the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ijPu_SVzY1c Why switch to a new ge…

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Comedy Cul-De-Sac - S11, Ep.4 1:05:17

3M ago1:05:17

1:05:17

Jenny and Jack watch Premature Conkers to find out whether or not Charlotte Ritchie qualifies as one of Taskmaster's greatest cheaters. Also discussed; what to do with empty loo rolls, a possibly unprecedented move from the Aussie Taskmaster, whether or not James Acaster would have done better in another series, and what the most common winning nam…

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Sharp as a Button - S9, Ep.2 57:03

3M ago57:03

57:03

This week it's all about Butter in the Microwave, including some art-related feedback from Jenny and some team analysis from Jack. Plus, Jack consults the stats to dissect volatility versus consistency in Taskmaster scoring in order to answer a fan question. And the pair respond to more letters from you, The People, including a power point presenta…

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Celebrating Life, Art & Travel in The Art of Traveling Strangers by Zoe Disigny 32:09

3M ago32:09

32:09

Join me as I chat with Zoe Disigny, author of The Art of Traveling Strangers, listed in the Visual Arts category on Art In Fiction. View the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dYPEJThuFqk Inspiration for The Art of Traveling Strangers, based on an experience Zoe had while hosting art tours of Europe in the 1980s. How her background as an art histor…

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The Bravest Little Girl in the World - S4, Ep.3 1:05:01

3M ago1:05:01

1:05:01

Jenny and Jack are back to discuss another vintage episode of Taskmaster, and this week it's all about Series 4 episode 3. So, was Hugh Dennis unfairly treated? Did Noel eat the chocolate or not? Plus, find out why Steve Pemberton messaged Judge Jack for clarification on a task and what the stats say about the ideal age for a Taskmaster contestant.…

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Beat My Buttock Table - S5, Ep.3 58:31

3M ago58:31

58:31

Jenny and Jack are back! And this week they're visiting a vintage episode from series 5 to see whether or not Sally Phillips qualifies for a place in the 'most competitive Taskmaster contestants' league. Also discussed; the tragic jelly side, why Jenny would prefer a Greg Hug to a Hollywood Handshake PLUS Jack brings back another edition of copy st…

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Dance, Fashion, and Long-lost Twins in What Disappears by Barbara Quick 38:31

4M ago38:31

38:31

Join me as I chat with Barbara Quick, author of Vivaldi's Virgins and What Disappears, both listed in the Visual Arts category on Art In Fiction. View the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nYq1nLL4xv4 Inspiration for What Disappears going back several decades to when Barbara was just 22 years old. Revisiting old work after it's "ripened." The role…

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Say Dubious Properly - S10, Ep.7 1:02:46

4M ago1:02:46

1:02:46

This week Jack and Jenny tackle Jimmy’s question regarding the chicken task in S10 ep 7, including some lessons in pronunciation and why we should all go home and count our loo roll sheets. Plus Jack brings in some copy stats, courtesy of Kary - who's done an enormous amount of homework regarding intros. Next week we’ll be reliving series 5, episod…

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Taste Test Adjacent - S14, Ep3. 56:31

4M ago56:31

56:31

This week Jack and Jenny dip back into their homework, rewatching vintage episodes of Taskmaster. This week it's all about Series 10, episode 7 aka the "Dafty in the Middle". Plus, Jack is back with his all-star stats, and this week he's answering a fan question about what colour hair you should have if you want to win Taskmaster. And Series 17 goo…

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Book Release Celebration: The Queen's Faithful Companion with Eliza Knight and Sophie Perinot 30:40

4M ago30:40

30:40

Today I’m excited to introduce you to our special guest, co-host Sophie Perinot also known as Evie Hawtrey. Sophie is a fellow historical fiction author who you may recognize from titles we’ve written together including A Day of Fire and Ribbons of Scarlet. She also happens to be one of my critique partners and helped in the shaping of my book The …

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Special Guest - John Robins 56:55

4M ago56:55

56:55

This week Jack and Jenny are joined by the Taskmaster king himself, John Robins! We hear a roundup of John’s stats, whether John was happy with his performance, why he still doesn't understand how green screens work, and what advice Ed and Lou gave John before going on Taskmaster. The pair also decide on what vintage episode Jenny should watch for …

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Exploring Bogotá and Art with Linda Moore, Author of Five Days in Bogotá 38:08

4M ago38:08

38:08

Join me as I chat with Linda Moore, author of Attribution and Five Days in Bogotá, both listed in the Visual Arts category on Art In Fiction. View the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/X33FE57ZDk4 How Linda's background as the owner of an art gallery and her experience at an art fair in Colombia in the 1990s helped inspire her to write Five Days i…

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Espionage and WWII with Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger 27:40

4M ago27:40

27:40

Today we’re excited to have a guest joining us – Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger. On this episode we’re going to talk about Chrystyna’s book The American Wife, espionage and WWII. Paired with this episode: Chrystyna: Gin Rickey Eliza: Carmel Road, Cabernet Sauvignon Chrystyna's Book: The American Wife What Chrystyna is Reading: Flight Behavior by Barbara Ki…

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What Sophie Did Next - S17, Ep.10 1:04:55

4M ago1:04:55

1:04:55

It's the grand finale of series 17 and at this point there are no spoilers left to give as Jack and Jenny unpack all their favourite moments of the series, statistical hindsights, and their gut instincts on the new series 18 cast. And if you still haven't had enough of series 17 stats and spreadsheets, then make sure to join us next week when we ta…

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The First Female US Ambassador -- Daisy Harriman -- With Guest Alix Rickloff 27:18

5M ago27:18

27:18

Today we’re excited to have a guest joining us – Alix Rickloff. On this episode we’re going to talk about Alix’s book The Last Light Over Oslo, the first female US Minister–Daisy Harriman–and the invasion of Norway by Germany in WWII. Paired with this episode: Alix: Nordic summer cocktail: Norwegian aquavit, aperol and lime juice Eliza: Misfits and…

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The Penny - S17, Ep.9 1:05:11

5M ago1:05:11

1:05:11

This week it's all about the series 17 "penny"! Jack checks in with his stats as we approach the finale, including where Steve falls in the category of ‘best prize task contestants’ from all series, and the pair ponder whether or not bleep tests universal, what would a Sophie + Steve team have looked like, if Joanne goofed in the third task, and if…

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Effa Manley -- The Only Woman Inducted in the Baseball Hall of Fame with Kaia Alderson 37:46

5M ago37:46

37:46

Today we’re excited to have a guest joining us – Kaia Alderson. On this episode we’re going to talk about her novel In a League of Her Own, the untold story of Effa Manley, a black businesswoman in the male dominated baseball industry, and, currently, the only woman inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Paired with this episode: Kaia: Lemonade, …

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Taskmaster Virtual Reality - S17, Ep.8 1:09:19

5M ago1:09:19

1:09:19

Prepare for yours (and Jenny's) mind to be blown, because this week The People's Pod is joined by the folks behind the Taskmaster virtual reality experience! Jenny and Jack were given a special sneak peak into the new VR game, due to be released in Spring 2024, and boy do they have detailed insights for you. Plus, Jack and Jenny talk all things ep …

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18th Century France, the French Revolution and Soup with Debra Borchert 31:15

5M ago31:15

31:15

Today we’re excited to have a guest joining us – Debra Borchert. On this episode we’re going to talk about Debra’s book Her Own Revolution, 18th century France, the French Revolution and soup. Paired with this episode: Debra: Vouvray wine by Vignoble Lachateau Eliza: Menage a Trois, Decadence Cabernet Sauvignon Debra's Book: Her Own Revolution What…

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You Say Cha-ray-des I Say Cha-rah-des - S17, Ep. 7 59:38

5M ago59:38

59:38

Glittery conches, orange juice task hacks, and finding fish - it must be episode 7 of series 17! This week Jack and Jenny get into the nitty-gritty of why men like rakes, correct pronunciation of charades, plus some surprising stats about Sophie and why Steve Pemberton should be worried. And we hear from you, The People, about Blobby merch and face…

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Royal Pets Throughout History 26:46

5M ago26:46

26:46

Today I’m excited to introduce you to our special guest, Librarian Ash. She works at the Ohio State University in the archives, and has agreed to be my co-host for today's episode on royal pets throughout history. We’re going to be talking about royal pets through history, and given Ash is a huge animal lover, and clearly interested in historical a…

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Buck Up! - S17, Ep.6 57:56

5M ago57:56

57:56

This week Jenny and Jack unpack series 17 episode 6, including the prize task that should have received more than five points, whether or not left handed people can play thumb wars and why everyone wants to go on a night out with Joanne. Plus, we have some emails with suggestions for Alex, a New Years Treat guest recommendation, and some justice fo…

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Guest Author Tosca Lee on WWII, American Soldiers and the Bataan Death March 29:27

6M ago29:27

29:27

On this episode we’re going to talk about Tosca Lee's book The Long March Home that she wrote with Marcus Brotheron, WWII, American soldiers and the Bataan Death March. Paired with this episode: Tosca: Skinny Margarita Eliza: Clos des Lunes, Luna Blanc Tosca and Marcus's Book: The Long March Home What Tosca is Reading: The Women by Kristin Hannah D…

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Never Trust a Dancing Vole - S17, Ep.5 1:04:23

6M ago1:04:23

1:04:23

This week Jenny and Jack give their hot take on episode 5 of series 17 - including; An extraordinary revelation in the prize task Why it helps to have a little 'shed panic' Which contestant Tyra Banks would have championed this week Why some contestants are allowed to use fire but others aren’t And why we should all visit the National Portrait Gall…

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Ella Fitzgerald & Marilyn Monroe in Can't We Be Friends by Denny S. Bryce & Eliza Knight 46:57

6M ago46:57

46:57

Listen in as I chat with Denny S. Bryce and Eliza Knight, co-authors of Can't We Be Friends: A Novel of Ella Fitzgerald and Marilyn Monroe listed in the Music category on Art In Fiction. View the Video on YouTube How Denny & Eliza decided to write their novel about Ella Fitzgerald and Marilyn Monroe Research tidbits that led them into the story How…

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Contain the Prolapse - S17 Ep.4 58:02

6M ago58:02

58:02

This week Jack and Jenny discuss episode 4 of series 17 - including what grandmothers REALLY want, slut drop modifications you can do at home for the less experienced, and whether it's ok for Greg to ever appear in the Taskmaster house. Jack also tries to make sense of a task that even he isn’t sure is objective or subjective, and the pair speak to…

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20th Century American Heiresses, London Society and Women's Rights with Harper St. George 30:57

6M ago30:57

30:57

On this episode we’re going to talk about Harper’s book The Stranger I Wed, American Heiresses, London Society and women’s rights. Paired with this episode: Harper: Pinot Noir Eliza: Bedlam, white blend, Black Ankle vineyard Harper's Book: The Stranger I Wed What Harper is Reading: Two Little Lies by Liz Carlyle Find Harper Online! Find links to El…

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Paris, Hollywood, and the Film Industry in the 1960s and 1970s with Joan Meyerson 27:27

6M ago27:27

27:27

Today we're excited to have a guest joining us, author Joan Meyerson. On this episode, we're gonna talk about Paris, Hollywood, and the film industry in the 1960s and 1970s. Paired with this episode: Joan: Hemingway Martini Eliza: Pinot Grigio, Guiliano Rosati Joan's Book: Who Needs Paris? What Joan is Reading: Fairy Tale by Stephen King Where the …

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Bit of Bonnet Drama - S17, Ep.3 1:02:48

6M ago1:02:48

1:02:48

This week Jenny and Jack hear from the voice behind the infamous Mr. Blobby task, unleashing some bonus Blobby factoids and behind the scenes insights thanks to Production Manager Sophie. Plus, Jack discusses whether or not there’s any hope for the increasing gap between contestant scores, stats-wise, and why Dara should be a little afraid. We also…

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Art Quilts & Asheville with Guest Author Marie Bostwick 32:27

6M ago32:27

32:27

On this episode we’re going to talk about Marie’s book Esme Cahill Fails Spectacularly, family history, art quilts and Asheville, North Carolina. Paired with this episode: Marie: Two fingerfuls of Macallen's 12 Scotch Eliza: Biltmore Estate red blend Marie's Book: Esme Cahill Fails Spectacularly What Marie is Reading: The Trouble with You by Ellen …

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