Best Highkey Podcasts (2024)

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Highkey No Mouth, Lowkey Gotta Scream 1:23:45

9d ago1:23:45

1:23:45

A blast from the past...we've dug up an episode recorded several months ago. Why didn't we release it? Uhh...idk honestly. Anyway! It's Harlan Ellison's work of sci-fi/horror, "I Have No Mouth, And I Must Scream." Why on earth does this evil computer hate us so much?? Music by Solo Monk (@SoloMonk256 on Twitter, https://www.patreon.com/solomonkart,…

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Just Dance Vance: Hillbilly Elegy 2:08:51

20h ago2:08:51

2:08:51

Yee...and I can't stress this enough...Haw The Shelfers dive into VP hopeful, evil lawyer, and overgrown garden gnome J.D. Vance's 2016 memoir, "Hillbilly Elegy." Does this book (and its 2020 film adaptation) answer all the questions about the Rust Belt and the white working class??? Uh. No. Music by Solo Monk (@SoloMonk256 on Twitter, https://www.…

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I Hate When Evil is Born: Black, ft Josh Boerman 2:24:45

20d ago2:24:45

2:24:45

It's a three-peat folks! They're calling him the three-peater! Josh Boerman of the Worst of All Possible Worlds podcast is BACK to help the Shelfers crack Ted Dekker's 2004 evangelical fantasy novel, "Black: The Birth of Evil." We examine the inherent weaknesses of the evangelical fiction author, figure out why Ted hates the French so much, ask bol…

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Portrait Mode: The Picture of Dorian Gray 1:46:34

24d ago1:46:34

1:46:34

"A Picture of Doran GAY" was too low-hanging of fruit, but I did consider that as an episode title. This week the Shelfers dive into the only novel Oscar Wilde ever wrote, 1891's "The Picture of Dorian Gray." Come for the Gothic horror, stay for the overt homosexuality. We discuss Wilde's life, which is so exciting and tragic we *almost* forgive hi…

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The Return of This Thing: LOTR, Pt 1 1:57:50

1M ago1:57:50

1:57:50

WE! ARE! BACK! The Shelfers have RETURNED! This week we discuss J.R.R. Tolkien's 1953 quintessential fantasy novel, "Fellowship of the Ring." (If you're interested in Tolkien as a guy, you may want to catch the first part of our episode on "The Hobbit," because we go into detail there) Is the Shire the perfect society? What's the deal with Tom Bomb…

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Enter the TolkienVerse: The Hobbit 2:48:03

5M ago2:48:03

2:48:03

And so it begins...The Socialist Shelf Tolkien deep dive. The Shelfers begin an examination of the ultimate fantasy series, "The Lord of the Rings," starting with 1937's "The Hobbit" (not technically part of the trilogy but pretty darn important if you want to understand it.) We also talk about the life of John Ronald Reuel Tolkien, a world-histori…

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Shelf Lore: They Called Her Rebel 27:42

5M ago27:42

27:42

It's short, but it's important (to us!) Ahead of our next month of Tolkien deep-dive, we need another week to read and study. However, we did want to use this time to announce that Jacob is now querying for his novel, "They Called Her Rebel." "They Called Her Rebel" is a story about people power, fantastical revolution, and queer love. If you're in…

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56 - Books to Explore Mindfulness & Self-Discovery with Kirsty, The Dyslexic Yogi and Founder of Dook Club 57:59

5M ago57:59

57:59

This episode we are joined by Kirsty, the Dyslexic Yogi and founder of Dook Club, the dyslexic-friendly no-pressure book club. Her castaway list is perfect for anyone seeking reflective and emotional journeys of self-discovery, relationships and emotions, through both fiction and non-fiction. Embark on a literary voyage with the Books to Last Podca…

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SchizoZENia: The Book of Form and Emptiness 2:05:30

5M ago2:05:30

2:05:30

Alternate episode title: "Who Killed Captain Aleph?" The Shelfers get Zen as we dive into Ruth Ozeki's 2021 work of magical realism, "The Book of Form and Emptiness." This book has got it all: psych wards, nonbinary ferrets, anarchist goth GFs, Zizek in a wheelchair, disaster capitalism, Marie Kondo, ghostly fridge magnets...none of this is a joke …

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The #1 Skill for Financial Prosperity & Steps to Attain It 10:34

5M ago10:34

10:34

Learn the #1 skill for financial prosperity & steps to attain It. This a key skill that will help your financial goals confidently & successfully. Subscribe to My YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@lukelintz_/videos Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukelintz/By Luke Lintz

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WORM WORM WORM: Dune, ft Trent 2:09:44

5M ago2:09:44

2:09:44

It's time to talk about DUNE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Educator and sci-fi lover Trent returns to the show to discuss Frank Herbert's 1965 epic tale of spice, sand, and worms. The movies get talked about a good bit too (we loved them.) Can Paul Atreides see the dialectic itself? Why is Frank Herbert so scared of women? What is "good" power and what is "bad" po…

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55 - Books to Uncover Hidden Historical Treasures with Flora Carr, Author of The Tower [Out 7 March] 51:43

6M ago51:43

51:43

This episode, we are joined by Flora Carr, debut author of "The Tower," as she shares the only five books she would take with her when cast away to her mysterious remote location—a rainy hut overlooking the sea. Her list is packed with stories exploring obscure niches in the historical tales we all think we know. Spanning unfamiliar gems and prize-…

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Burning Man: Interview w/ Vincent Bevins 1:02:10

6M ago1:02:10

1:02:10

Right at the top: y'all need to get this book. You can find it here. Journalist and author Vincent Bevins joins the Shelfers to discuss his new book, "If We Burn: The Mass Protest Decade and the Missing Revolution." Topics of discussion: the need for organization during mass movements, Hunger Games GIFS, and V for Vendetta. Music by Solo Monk (@Sol…

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History Science Theater 1231: Cross-Time Engineer, ft. Dracula 1:48:07

6M ago1:48:07

1:48:07

Special thanks to THE Count Dracula for stopping by! This week we get into Leo Frankowski's 1986 sci-fi—let's not say "epic," exactly—"The Cross-Time Engineer," the story of the coolest, buffest, smartest, sexiest engineer that's ever lived (and TOTALLY isn't a self-insert power fantasy character of the author!!) What's the deal with creepy liberta…

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54 - Books to Navigate Human Complexity with Meg from The Autistic Reads 46:07

6M ago46:07

46:07

This episode is perfect for readers who want to explore human relationships, neurodivergent mindsets, and captivating emotional stories with dark and atmospheric backdrops. This episode we are joined by Meg from the Autistic Reads as she shares the five books she would be castaway with. Embark on a literary voyage with the Books to Last Podcast, in…

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Cursed Episode: Edgar Allan Poe 1:34:37

6M ago1:34:37

1:34:37

This episode was delayed multiple times due to what is no doubt the curse of the ghost of Poe himself! This week we're discussing the life of famed American spook-smith, Edgar Allan Poe, with a particular focus on his short stories, "The Masque of The Red Death" and "Hop-Frog" Was Poe a tortured genius, or just some guy trying to get by? How do cla…

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53 - Books to Obsess Over with Thomas from Highkey Obsessed Podcast 53:28

7M ago53:28

53:28

This list is perfect for any reader who loves to seek information, answers and ancient knowledge told by engaging voices with humour and adventure thrown in for good measure. This episode we are joined by Thomas, host of the Highkey Obsessed Podcast as he shares the five books he would be castaway with. Embark on a literary voyage with the Books to…

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Fighting Times: Interview with Jonathan Melrod 1:11:58

7M ago1:11:58

1:11:58

We're back with a Socialist Shelf author interview! This week we're talking to labor lawyer, long-time activist, and author of the book, "Fighting Times," Jonathan Melrod! Want to learn how to change the world through working-class organization? Jon is the man you need to hear from! He's an absolute fountain of wisdom. Don't miss this interview...o…

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The 3 Step Formula to Become a Millionaire 16:42

7M ago16:42

16:42

Becoming a millionaire is not challenging if you implement these three steps just like I did. The decision is yours. Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukelintz/?... Work With Me: https://www.lukelintz.com/ 0:00 Intro 2:33 Step 1 11:45 Step 2 13:47 Step 3 Subscribe to My YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@lukelintz_/videos Fol…

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The Twisted Mind of C.S. Lewis: Narnia, ft. Aysha U. Farah 1:55:35

7M ago1:55:35

1:55:35

This is a fun one. Fantasy expert and professional hater Aysha U. Farah is back on the show to discuss C.S. Lewis' 1950 children's novel, "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe," though we really get into all of Narnia and spend a lot of time on its deeply fascinating author. Who was this odd, sometimes-brilliant, sometimes-foolish, always-insane a…

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52 - Books To Herald Your Thriller and Historical Fiction Era with Nic the Bookworm 42:44

7M ago42:44

42:44

This week's guest, Nic the Bookworm, shares her list filled with thrilling and historical stories exploring love, truth, resilience and acceptance. Embark on a literary voyage with the Books to Last Podcast, inspired by the BBC's beloved Desert Island Discs. Join us as we invite passionate book enthusiasts to reveal their top five must-have books f…

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Good Kush(ner): iHO, ft A.J. Ditty 2:41:52

7M ago2:41:52

2:41:52

We're covering Tony Kushner's 2009 (and 2010, and 2011, and many-times-since-edited) play, "The Intelligent Homosexual's Guide to Capitalism and Socialism with a Key to the Scriptures," which incidentally could also be the name of this podcast. Joining us is beloved theater-enjoyer, A.J. Ditty from The Worst of All Possible Worlds podcast! Together…

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2024, the Year of Lenore: Red Plenty 2:07:51

7M ago2:07:51

2:07:51

It's 2024...new year, new books, a new name...the same, classic socialist spirit. We're talking about Francis Spufford's 2010 historical fiction...novel? Short story collection? Something like that... "Red Plenty." Come for the history of the first worker state, stay for the discourse on whether or not smoking is sexy. We both continue to remain de…

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51 - My Books to Last of 2023 26:06

7M ago26:06

26:06

Happy New Year Folks! I hope last year was good to you and that this year is better. As January gets off to a ... start , of sorts, I wanted to share with you the best five books I read in 2023. An usually emotional list for me this year, but lots of variety in genres and stories - a bit of something for everyone! Embark on a literary voyage with t…

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50 - Books to Rebuild Society with Ruth, Owner of Drop City Books 57:30

8M ago57:30

57:30

In this, our last episode of 2023, we have a fun list full of thought-provoking social commentary blended with nostalgia and unearthly vibes (with some ghosts and haunting thrown in for good measure). Recording IRL in an actual bookstore we are joined by Ruth, bookseller and owner of Drop City Books, a fabulous independent bookstore in my home city…

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Utopia 4 Kidz: The Ones Who Walk Away From Omelas 58:27

8M ago58:27

58:27

It's our last episode of 2023...so let's end it on something we all know and love, "The Ones Who Walk Away From Omelas" by Ursula K. Le Guin! What is it about this little story that gets inside people's heads? Is Omelas basically just the story of Jesus? Can you reform a system built on child misery? (I'll go on and answer that one: no.) For more t…

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Does the Dog Die: The People of Sand and Slag, ft. Karlo Yeager Rodríguez 1:36:07

8M ago1:36:07

1:36:07

Yeah. The dog dies. This week we're discussing Paolo Bacigalupi's sci-fi short story, "The People of Sand and Slag." There's a lot of sand, there's a lot of slag. There's not a lot of joy, but we and our fantastic guest from Podside Picnic, Karlo Yeager Rodríguez, manage to find it where we can. They haven't managed to write a story yet that can de…

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6 Reasons Why School Failed You 12:54

8M ago12:54

12:54

In this video, I'm diving into the 6 key reasons why schools fail us entirely and what to do about it. We discuss embracing failure, being a lifelong learner, seeking understanding over memorization, and more. These aren't just theories but legitimate issues followed by strategies that took me from a high school student to a 24-year-old CEO. Subscr…

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The Bad McCarthy: The Crucible 1:55:46

8M ago1:55:46

1:55:46

Not all is well in the town of Salem...or Washington for that matter. Join the Shelfers as we dive into Arthur Miller's 1953 not-so-subtle-allegorical play, "The Crucible" Topics of discussion: McCarthyism, religious hypocrisy, Marilyn Monroe, and Jacob playing Judge Danforth in high school. We are doing shout-outs to anyone who donates to PSL Atla…

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6 Secrets to Success for Young Entrepreneurs 12:12

9M ago12:12

12:12

In this episode, I discus the 6 secrets to success for young entrepreneurs. We dive deep into why taking big risks early in life is crucial, important mindsets for success, and practical insights on starting and scaling a service-based business, and more. Subscribe to My YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@lukelintz_/videos Follow Me on Instag…

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The One About Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith 2:09:24

9M ago2:09:24

2:09:24

It's a lesser-known series...you probably haven't heard of it. Today the shelfers take on Matthew Stover's 2005 novelization of "Star Wars III: Revenge of the Sith," the novel that asks the dangerous question of what would happen if you made ROTS... good? Enjoy us diving into the concept of Star Wars legends, criticize Yoda for undialectical thinki…

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Jada PS5 Scam, Chris Believing He's Tarzan, and Hunger Games Review 41:10

9M ago41:10

41:10

#82 In this episode, Jada spills on falling for a PS5 scam while trying to do something sweet for Chris. The two also debate Chris surviving in the woods for two weeks, his overconfidence on full display. Plus, get their honest take on the new Hunger Games movie. Rate and review Highkey Adulting on Apple Podcasts/Spotify, and now, interact on Youtu…

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Unf*ck Your Life in 5 Steps 20:18

9M ago20:18

20:18

Are you ready to Unf*ck your life? In this podcast originally posted on my YouTube channel, we dive deep into the five steps that can transform your life. From understanding your problems to wellness, these steps will guide you towards a successful life that isn't so f*cked. Subscribe to My YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@lukelintz_/videos…

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49 - Books to Cosy Up With This Winter with Shauna from CozyWithShauna 43:15

9M ago43:15

43:15

The ultimate cosy reads list for your winter TBR, check out this list from across genres to snuggle up with (with your hot beverage of choice of course!) from Shauna, connoisseur of all things cosy over at @cozywithshauna. Embark on a literary voyage with the Books to Last Podcast, inspired by the BBC's beloved Desert Island Discs. Join us as we in…

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Rock Uber: The Myth of Sisyphus 1:04:29

9M ago1:04:29

1:04:29

Joss reads the entire thing at the opening so you have no excuse not to absorb this text (unless you just don't want to in which case...fair) This week we discuss French philosopher Albert Camus' 1942, essential absurdist work, "The Myth of Sisyphus." You might have heard this one before, it's where the guy is happy despite his whole rock situation…

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Not Moving Back to Los Angeles, Jada Can't Drive, and Making Friends | Highkey Adulting 48:12

9M ago48:12

48:12

#81 Jada and Chris return back to the podcast to give some much needed updates and chat about staying in their hometown, people not being able to drive, making friends and more. Rate and review Highkey Adulting on Apple Podcasts/Spotify, and now, interact on Youtube. resources I used to learn about the conflict overseas: https://www.youtube.com/wat…

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Marxism-Springsteenism: Battle Royale 1:51:25

9M ago1:51:25

1:51:25

History may have gone entirely differently, but the music of Bruce Springsteen is eternal... Today we explore the alt-history dystopia of Koushun Takami's, 1999 novel, "Battle Royale." This one's a little more intense than Fortnite. What does "successful fascism" look like? Why is the genre of kids murdering each other so lucrative? Will Koushun Ta…

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Learning THESE LESSONS Made Me $20 Million 12:12

9M ago12:12

12:12

I am Luke Lintz, founder of an 8-figure PR firm, HighKey Agency. In this video, I reveal the lessons I learned at a Keynote that turned me into a $ 20 million achievement in just 5 years. I discuss navigating mindset, wellness, business operations, and layout strategies designed to nurture personal and professional growth. Learn how your mindset an…

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48 - Books to Read In Mordenkainen's Magnificent Mansion with Fiona from What Am I Rolling 1:07:54

9M ago1:07:54

1:07:54

If you love stories with accessible and fascinating characters, embarking on physical and introspective journeys, you will love this list from gamemaster, Fiona host of the What Am I Rolling podcast and co-host of The DM's Book Club. Embark on a literary voyage with the Books to Last Podcast, inspired by the BBC's beloved Desert Island Discs. Join …

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Improving Health, Creativity, and Happiness: Road to a Billion Q3 Recap 8:58

9M ago8:58

8:58

Welcome to the Road to a Billion, Q3 Recap. I am Luke Lintz, founder of an 8-figure PR firm, HighKey Agency. Today, I am sharing valuable lessons I learned in Q3 on health, happiness, and business that you must learn to continue on Your Road to a Billion. Subscribe to My YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@lukelintz_/videos Follow Me on Instag…

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Proletariat Number 1 Great: The Crab Cannery Ship 1:41:46

9M ago1:41:46

1:41:46

Folks welcome to the episode where we debut our BRAND NEW THEME SONG!!!!! Massive shout-out to Solo Monk for putting it together. Please go give him a follow on Twitter @SoloMonk256, on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/solomonkart, and on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/tsalcollective But we do have an episode today outside the music. We're di…

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47 - Books To Fill Your Cottage Library with V, The Sassy Library Fox 47:46

9M ago47:46

47:46

This is a list perfect for lovers of morally grey characters, apocalyptic events, fandom and queer love stories as we are joined by V, The Sassy Library Fox, as they share the five book they would be castaway with to their mystery remote location. Embark on a literary voyage with the Books to Last Podcast, inspired by the BBC's beloved Desert Islan…

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The Future Of The Internet: Web 3.0 & Decentralized Social Media 26:31

10M ago26:31

26:31

I break down Web 3.0 and Decentralized Social Media as easily as possible so the average person who knows nothing about crypto can understand this billion-dollar opportunity. Currently, the internet and primarily social media are run by a handful of conglomerate companies (Meta, Google, Bytedance, etc.). All of the data, ad revenue, censorship, etc…

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Zig Zag Zig: The Ballad of Black Tom 1:26:38

10M ago1:26:38

1:26:38

It's existential horror time!! This week we get into Victor LaValle's 2016 novella, "The Ballad of Black Tom," a retelling of H.P. Lovecraft's shockingly racist (and honestly boring) short story, "The Horror at Red Hook." And yes, we read the original short story too so you don't have to. The Shelfers discuss Lovecraft adaptions that deal with his …

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Neurodivergent and a Minor: Catcher in the Rye, ft. Aysha U. Farah 2:08:39

10M ago2:08:39

2:08:39

Jacob fails to read poetry, Joss makes bad jokes, we have a cool guest, and we released the episode two days late...honestly, it's the platonic ideal of a Socialist Shelf episode. This week we're talking about J.D. Salinger's 1951 rant of a novel, "Catcher in the Rye." Joining us is writer, game developer, and professional Holden Caulfield defender…

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The Gang Goes Anarchist: V for Vendetta 2:03:51

10M ago2:03:51

2:03:51

Let's. Get. Edgy. Step into (even more) fascistic London in Alan Moore's classic 1982-1985 graphic novel, "V for Vendetta." What makes Moore such a remarkable creator? How do repressive regimes give birth to their own destruction? How brutal must a revolution be? Also...what's the deal with anarchism? Art from the graphic novel, music by Kevin MacL…

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46 - Beginner's Guide to Cheltenham Literature Festival 35:32

10M ago35:32

35:32

Join me in this episode as I share some beginner's tips for first-time attendees of the Cheltenham Literature Festival. From navigating the the ticket buying process to planning your itinerary, I've got you covered. Discover how to make the most of this literary extravaganza and hopefully learn from my mistakes. Whether you're a bookworm or a festi…

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This one's just for fun: My Immortal 1:42:13

10M ago1:42:13

1:42:13

Some are calling it THE literary classic. This week the boys get into "My Immortal," a notorious 2006-2007 Harry Potter fan fiction by the user known as XXXbloodyrists666XXX. What makes a bad fanfiction so magical? Why are so many preps flaming our podcast? What can we learn from the earnestness of online fiction...plus, some young Jacob and Joss l…

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Top of the Pots: Compassionate Capitalism Part 2, ft. Josh Boerman 55:05

11M ago55:05

55:05

We're back and holding Rich Devos accountable. This is the second half of our conversation on "Compassionate Capitalism" and "Ten Powerful Phrases" by Amway founder and rightwing billionaire Rich Devos. In this half we really tear into the cult of toxic positivity, discuss dialectics the Devos way, and Jacob gets REAL heated about the idea that God…

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45 - Books to ~Fall~ Into History With Dan Bassett from AresBiblio 1:13:26

11M ago1:13:26

1:13:26

This time we are getting a blast from the past as we revisit Dan's list of incredible historical fiction to welcome in the the autumnal vibes and cosiness of fall. Dan is a Waterstones Bookseller at their Clifton branch, a book blogger & reviewer over @AresBiblio. Embark on a literary voyage with the Books to Last Podcast, inspired by the BBC's bel…

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