Welcome to the School of Nerdcraft and Dungeonry, I am your Head Master MagicShibe, and this... IS MAGIC ACADEMY! Check out our Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Magic_Academy
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"Film Foundations" is a captivating podcast that delves deep into the art and craft of filmmaking, exploring the foundational elements that make movies unforgettable. Through insightful discussions, expert interviews, and behind-the-scenes stories, this podcast provides a comprehensive look at the essential aspects of filmmaking, from scriptwriting and cinematography to directing and editing. Whether you're a seasoned filmmaker, a film enthusiast, or simply curious about the magic of movies, ...
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Roe, Allorah, and Shaye are three vivacious 30s-to-40s bibliomaniac friends of the feminine variety who love nothing more than a good book, a great cocktail, and chatting all literary things savvy, smutty, and sassy in the fantasy, romance, YA, and thriller genres!
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Everyone wants to attend the famous TEMPO Arts Academy, but only a few can make the cut. Kids from all backgrounds and areas of the city come together at TEMPO, bringing their unique perspectives, artistic talents, and bagged lunches with them. Special to TEMPO, the school mixes students from different majors to see what creative magic they can make together. Singers with dancers, actors with chefs with video game designers, it’s all an artistic melting pot. Collaboration is key at TEMPO, bu ...
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In the year 3005 AD, an event called “The Great Awakening” occurred with the awakening of the great dragons, returning magic (and the beings that come with it) back to modern day Earth. It was an apocalyptic-ish event, causing the people of earth to need to rebuild their lives, culture, and technology. The year is now 499 GW, and progress has returned to like 2022 AD (but with magic, and no COVID), and preparations for the 500th anniversary of the Great Awakening are underway with celebratio ...
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Ted and his sister Lindsay talk about Ted's adventures, news from Broadway and Hollywood, Muppet News, and also what it's like to be autistic. Copyright Harris Productions and 6630 Productions.
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Business Confidential Now with Hanna Hasl-Kelchner
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★ PRACTICAL ★ TIMELESS ★ NO NONSENSE ★ Discover the business issues hiding in plain view that matter to your bottom line. Created for smart business owners, executives, managers, and entrepreneurs who want to increase their business leadership effectiveness and side-step the School of Hard Knocks. Each Thursday you’ll hear top-line insights, tools and straight talk from experts, authors and change makers who share their secrets for more success on a wide range of business topics. These are t ...
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How Smart Entrepreneurs Increase Revenue Without Selling More with Ken Wentworth
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INCREASE REVENUE Can you really increase revenue without selling more? How cool would that be? Right? Today’s Summer Classic guest, Ken Wentworth, also known as Mr. Biz, says yes you can. Listen now to get the inside scoop. What You’ll Discover About How to Increase Revenue: * How eliminating the “silent business killer” lets you increase revenue *…
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Film Foundations: Ryan Reynolds- An introduction to Deadpool, Van Wilder, The Voices, and more!!
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On this week's episode of Film Foundations, Ryan and Chris go all in on Ryan Reynolds! He is the man with all of the charisma and has a lot to say about it! Come hear our dumb takes on this actor's filmography! Film Foundations links: https://linktr.ee/filmfoundations Film Foundations is a show co-produced by Weirding Way Media and Someone's Favori…
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Ultimate Guide to Audiobooks: Narration Styles, Top Picks, and More
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Facebook Instagram In this episode of 'The Plot with a Twist,' hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye delve into the audiobook world, debating whether listening to audiobooks counts as reading, and exploring the various narration styles. They share personal experiences with narration speeds, audiobook apps, and their top narrator recommendations. The episod…
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Curse of Strahd: Adventurers Never Say Die! | Episode 22
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WE are back BB! Well most of us - Kellum is still in deep trouble. Where is this band of adventurers going to go next? What fate awaits them?By Magic Academy Productions
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How to Read Nonverbal Body Language for Better Communication with Martin Brooks
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READ NONVERBAL BODY LANGUAGE Are you unsure of how to read nonverbal body language at work? Could you be missing out on subtle clues about what someone is really thinking? Imagine how valuable it would be if you were better at decoding those signals? It could help you be a more effective leader, negotiator, or team player. It’s powerful indeed, my …
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Made for TV Disaster Movies from the 1970s with Rod Lott- An introduction to Irwin Allen and more!!
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On this week's episode of Film Foundations, Rod Lott brings us down a very specific path as we discuss the ridiculous, the crazy, the intense, the fun made for TV disaster movies from the 1970s! Irwin Allen may have been one of the pioneers, but there are so many more out there! Join us as we learn right along with you. Film Foundations links: http…
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From Pan Am to The Glade: Dystopian Fiction
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Facebook Instagram Exploring Dystopian Worlds: From Books to Cocktails In this episode of 'The Plot With A Twist,' hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye delve into the fascinating realm of dystopian books. They discuss what makes a good dystopian novel, the themes of human nature, societal collapse, class division, and governmental intrigue. The episode co…
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How to Keep Your Business Motivation Mojo Turbocharged with Dr. Ronald Dalrymple
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BUSINESS MOTIVATION Keeping your business motivation high can be challenging. Sometimes it can feel like pushing a mule up hill. There are days you feel it and, let’s be honest, days you don’t. How can you keep your business motivation mojo turbocharged? Today’s Summer Classic guest, Dr Ronald Dalrymple, is the author of The Inner Manager and a lic…
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Patrick Wilson- Actor- An Introduction to Insidious, The Conjuring, and even Aquaman!!
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On this week's episode of Film Foundations, we take a look back at the relatively young career of Patrick Wilson! In a short period of time, Patrick Wilson has been established as a young master of horror, started to direct films, and even started to contribute to soundtracks! His work is excellent and continues to set his career on a magnificent p…
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Retro Series: The Magical World of Vampire Academy
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Facebook Instagram In this episode of 'The Plot with a Twist,' hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye revisit the beloved YA series, Vampire Academy by Rachelle Mead. The hosts discuss their memories, the book's storyline, and character development, focusing on Rose Hathaway, her best friend Lissa, and their vampire-filled world. They analyze the series' un…
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Odyssey of the Dragonlords: All or Nothing | FINALE
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The party is in a huge fight - yet they seem divided as a party. Will they be able to pull it together and face off against the hardest fight they will have ever encountered? Watch Us LIVE! Over on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/magicacademyrpg Merch ► https://www.magicacademyrpg.com Follow Us! Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/MagicAcademyRPG Twitt…
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How to Adopt Disney's Magical Customer Experience in Your Business with Vance Morris
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MAGICAL CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE Does creating a magical customer experience sound like a bunch of marketing pie in the sky? Well, today’s Summer Classic guest is a Disney management alum, and he says that you don’t need a roller coaster or nightly fireworks to create a magical customer experience. What You’ll Discover About the Magical Customer Experie…
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Curse of Strahd: Love Is A Battlefield | Episode 21
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Join us for a special after-dark episode of Curse of Strahd!! Last time our heroes lost one of their own to the dreaded Strahd. Tonight they will try not to lose any more. All’s fair in war and vampires. Watch Us LIVE! Over on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/magicacademyrpg Merch ► https://www.magicacademyrpg.com Follow Us! Patreon ► https://www.patr…
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Manic Pixie Dream Girls- Microgenre- Jeremy Long on 500 Days of Summer, Eternal Sunshine, Scott Pilgrim, and more!
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The new episode of Film Foundations brings a twisted fantasy to reality as Jeremy Long sits down with Ryan and Chris to discuss Manic Pixie Dream Girls! What are Manic Pixie Dream Girls (other than terrible people)? Listen to find out! Film Foundations links: https://linktr.ee/filmfoundations Film Foundations is a show co-produced by Weirding Way M…
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Battling 1 Star Reviews: Analyzing Criticism on Popular Books
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In this episode of 'The Plot with A Twist,' hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye dive into their favorite books and discuss one-star reviews to see if they hold any merit. The trio examines 'Once and Future Witches' by Alix E. Harrow, 'Sing, Unburied, Sing' by Jesmyn Ward, 'The Immortalists' by Chloe Benjamin, 'Kiss the Sky' by Krista and Becca Ritchie, '…
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Film Foundations is starting a monthly column to discuss current events in pop culture. The first couple will also be on The Disc-Connected to inspire more participation. Enjoy! Film Foundations links: https://linktr.ee/filmfoundations Film Foundations is a show co-produced by Weirding Way Media and Someone's Favorite Productions! Weirding Way Medi…
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Easy Email Time Management Productivity Tips with Marcey Rader
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EMAIL TIME MANAGEMENT PRODUCTIVITY Want to tame your inbox and get more email time management productivity? I know . . . it sounds too good to be true. Unsolicited sales pitches, subscriptions you never signed up for, cc’s on conversations that don’t quit, not to mention the spam. It takes time to sort through that mess every day to keep it from ch…
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Kevin Smith- Director- Clerks, Chasing Amy, Mallrats, Tusk, Dogma, Red State, more!
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This new episode of Film Foundations highlights the world of Kevin Smith, the View Askewniverse, how underrated Red State is, and.... NFTs? Film Foundations links: https://linktr.ee/filmfoundations Film Foundations is a show co-produced by Weirding Way Media and Someone's Favorite Productions! Weirding Way Media: weirdingwaymedia.com Someone's Favo…
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Romantic Comedies for Book Lovers: Favourite Books, Tropes, and Authors
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Facebook Instagram In this episode of 'The Plot with a Twist' hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye dive deep into the beloved genre of romantic comedies. They discuss what makes a good rom-com, focusing on essential elements like a believable plot, vibrant side characters, and strong chemistry between the leads. They explore various tropes they enjoy, suc…
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Curse of Strahd: Silent Hill | Episode 20
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The winery is saved. Kellum and Percy are a little closer, but the party doesn't seem closer to getting Strahd. Where will this group of adventurers head next? Watch Us LIVE! Over on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/magicacademyrpg Merch ► https://www.magicacademyrpg.com Follow Us! Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/MagicAcademyRPG Twitter ► https://tw…
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Odyssey of the Dragonlords: Saving The Duo | Episode 45
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Moments away from finding Sydon and ending the war from the Oath of Peace - we split the party?. How are the group of adventurers going to get out of this one? Watch Us LIVE! Over on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/magicacademyrpg Merch ► https://www.magicacademyrpg.com Follow Us! Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/MagicAcademyRPG Twitter ► https://tw…
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Hollywood Strategy Secrets for Main Street Entrepreneurs with Larry Namer
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HOLLYWOOD STRATEGY Hollywood strategy is a more glamorous version of what every business needs to do – focus on where to play and how to win. But a cohesive plan can often elude us. Today’s Summer Classic episode features a Hollywood mega entrepreneur with an amazing story whose journey gives us a peek behind the curtain into his secrets for succes…
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Why Updated Communication Skills are Essential to More Business Success with Dianne Chase
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UPDATED COMMUNICATION SKILLS Updated communication skills? Are you kidding me? Why would we need those? We’ve been communicating just fine up to now, and it’s gotten us where we are. But is there something more we could do to let our talents and message shine? Today’s guest, communication expert Dianne Chase, has some ideas. What You’ll Discover Ab…
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Meryl Streep - Actor - Sharon Johnson on Go Ask Alice, Julie/Julia, 14 Academy Award Nominations
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Sharon Johnson from 80s TV Ladies takes us in into the world of Meryl Streep! Listen to the next episode of Film Foundations to discover one of the best actresses of all time! Listen to 80s TV Ladies now: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/80s-tv-ladies/id1633192149 Film Foundations links: https://linktr.ee/filmfoundations Film Foundations is a …
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Exploring 'Fourth Wing' by Rebecca Yarros: Dragons, Romantasy, and Epic Battles
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Facebook Instagram In this episode of The Plot With A Twist, hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye review the book Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros. The discussion covers the book's epic fantasy storyline set in the dangerous Bazgaith War College, character analysis, book ratings, and favourite moments. The hosts also address criticisms related to world-build…
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Curse of Strahd: Twig and Needle and Vine Blights! Oh My! | Ep 19
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In the midst of what seems to be the final battle for the party - this group of heroes will have to figure out how to get out to stay alive. Watch Us LIVE! Over on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/magicacademyrpg Merch ► https://www.magicacademyrpg.com Follow Us! Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/MagicAcademyRPG Twitter ► https://twitter.com/magicacad…
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Odyssey of the Dragonlords: The Throne | Episode 44
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The heroes stand in an arena...dragons lay slain and a titan born is no longer. Will the party face Sydon or will the tower unveil even more dark secrets? Watch Us LIVE! Over on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/magicacademyrpg Merch ► https://www.magicacademyrpg.com Follow Us! Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/MagicAcademyRPG Twitter ► https://twitter…
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How to Foster More Psychological Safety in the Workplace with Mike Brcic
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PSYCHOLOGICAL SAFETY How do you foster more connection and psychological safety in the workplace? Sounds like a “nice to have,” not a “got to have” thing, but today’s guest, Mike Brcic says it actually plays a huge role in business success. And in today’s episode he explains how to do it. What You’ll Discover About Psychological Safety: * The most …
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Pixar Animation Studios- Franchise/Microgenre- Toy Story, Inside Out, Cars, more! #FilmFoundations
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This new episode of Film Foundations brings us to the animated world of Pixar! We get to discuss the films people lost in the pandemic, the emotional core of Up, and other ways many of the Pixar films are overrated... Except for Coco. Coco is a masterpiece. Film Foundations links: https://linktr.ee/filmfoundations Film Foundations is a show co-prod…
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Dark Romance: Trends, Trigger Warnings, and Top Book Recommendations
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Facebook Instagram S. Massery Book Shop In this episode of 'The Plot With a Twist,' hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye delve deeply into the growing popularity of dark romance, exploring its characteristics through BookTok and Bookstagram trends. They discuss their personal introductions to dark romance, including initial reads that captivated them, and…
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How to Get Your Team Fired Up: Tips to Maximize Employee Engagement with Alicia Parr
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EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT Unlocking high performance and motivating high employee engagement isn’t easy. What kind of people, practices, and management strategies actually work? Today’s guest, Alicia Parr, has some valuable tips and explains how. What You’ll Discover About Employee Engagement: * Why employee engagement is really about “people energy” * H…
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The Thin Man- Franchise- Otto Bruno on William Powell, Myrna Loy, and more!
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Otto Bruno joins the show to discuss the Thin Man franchise, making films in the 30s and 40s, and a passion for character actors. We hope you enjoy this one! Otto's book: https://amzn.to/4aILIv6 Otto's site and contact info: https://jazz901.org/member/otto-bruno/ Film Foundations links: https://linktr.ee/filmfoundations Film Foundations is a show c…
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Exploring the Magic of Prythian: A Deep Dive into Sarah J. Maas’s ACOTAR
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Facebook Instagram In the third episode of 'The Plot with a Twist,' hosts Ro, Allorah, and Shay dive into Sarah J. Maas's popular fantasy series 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' (ACOTAR). They discuss why the series is compelling, highlighting its blend of romance, fantasy, and character-driven plot. The hosts debate the writing style, favourite and l…
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Beyond Chance: Delving into Smart Innovative Leadership with Steve Wunker
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INNOVATIVE LEADERSHIP Is innovative leadership merely about being in the right place at the right time or some flash of genius? Or is there a smart way to nurture creativity and build a pipeline of consistent innovation? You can probably guess my guest’s answer, but in a few minutes, Steve Wunker will actually explain you can be a more innovative l…
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Jim Carrey by Film Foundations #AceVentura #SonicTheHedgehog #TheTrumanShow #CableGuy #YesMan
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Chris and Ryan spend one of their earliest episodes discussing the amazing Jim Carrey. This was such an early episode, we had no idea that we were going to be sharing video so please excuse our unkempt hair and such. Jim Carrey was an OVERWHELMING force in comedy and we share all of our thoughts. Do you agree? Share your thoughts in the comments be…
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Books, Booze, & Banter: Meet Your Bibliomaniac Hosts!
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Dive into the literary world with 'The Plot with a Twist,' brought to you by Burning Hallows. Join hosts Allorah, Roe, and Shaye in this premiere season as they share their bookish banter over cocktails. This episode kicks off with our bibliomaniac minxes introducing themselves and their unique reading journeys - from life-long bibliophiles to late…
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Expert Lead Generation Tips to Help You Maximize Results and Minimize Cost with Josh Ramsey
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LEAD GENERATION Who wouldn’t benefit from expert lead generation tips, especially if they’re designed to help you maximize results and minimize costs, right? That’s why I’m so excited to welcome Josh Ramsey today. What You’ll Discover About Lead Generation: * The number one lead generation trap people fall into * The most practical way to approach …
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Robert Rodriguez- Director- Matt Campagna on the Mexico Trilogy, Spy Kids, and Sin City!
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Matt Campagna joins the show to discuss Robert Rodriguez including the obvious comparisons to Tarantino and other indie directors from the 90s, making a movie with no budget, and being a one person film crew. Enjoy! Matt's website Highball TV Film Foundations links Film Foundations is a show co-produced by Weirding Way Media and Someone's Favorite …
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Blights & Fights | Curse of Strahd: Episode 18
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Stumbling upon a tower themselves, they decide to poke around and loot a carriage full of loot. Where will this band of exiled adventurers go next? Watch Us LIVE! Over on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/magicacademyrpg Merch ► https://www.magicacademyrpg.com Follow Us! Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/MagicAcademyRPG Twitter ► https://twitter.com/ma…
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