Best Ann Jensen Podcasts (2024)

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Cowboy Carter, Julia Fox & Our Saturn Returns 1:23:38

16h ago1:23:38

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This week’s episode we dive into a bunch of pop culture and fashion musings. Topics discussed include Beyonce’s Cowboy Carter, our Saturn return, Julia Fox’s Down the Drain, unpacking JLO’s bodega order, Zendaya and Law Roach’s styling for the Challengers movie press cycle, the return of the 2000s Chloe girl, Ariana Grande’s Eternal Sunshine, and m…

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Morris Gleitzman’s World of Possibilities 31:17

1d ago31:17

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Morris Gleitzman is an Australian institution. A beloved author of novels for young people, Morris is known for his ability to be funny and warm without shying away from the realities of life. He has been writing for almost half a century now and has delighted generations of readers with his more than 40 books of fiction. This week, Michael and Mor…

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Antioch LitCit #46 Isabel Yap 28:53

6d ago28:53

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On this episode of Antioch MFA Program’s LitCit, host Keshia Nash-Johnson engages author Isabel Yap in a discussion about her breakout short story collection Never Have I Ever. Isabel talks about fanfiction as a sandbox for a writer’s growth, the value of cultural mythology in her stories, monsters and the monstrous parts of humanity, death and its…

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Vulgarity, Death, and Patrick deWitt 28:12

8d ago28:12

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Patrick deWitt has made a career out of creating eccentric, unforgettable characters. From his gun-slinging duo in the darkly comic The Sisters Brothers, which was shortlisted for the Booker Prize to the severely unsympathetic down-at-heel aristocrats in The French Exit. But in his fifth novel, The Librarianist, Patrick employs his signature verve …

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The Proposal (2009) with The Rom Com Catalog 1:23:39

15d ago1:23:39

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We are joined by romantic comedy expert, Sara from The Rom Com Catalog, to discuss The Proposal (2009). We dish on Sandra Bullock's comedic prowess, Ryan Reynolds in his romantic comedy era, Betty White as everyone's favorite geriatric “It Girl”, and why The Proposal is the perfect rom-com. (00:00) – The Rom Com Catalog (12:45) – The importance of …

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Louise Milligan Wears Her Heart on Her Sleeve 25:40

15d ago25:40

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Star investigative journalist Louise Milligan has spent her career working on some of the most high-profile criminal cases in Australia. This incredible breadth of experience informs her first novel Pheasant’s Nest, which follows the abduction of a young journalist and provides a unique insight into the media, policing and politics that surround a …

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The Anne Hathaway of it All 2:04:17

22d ago2:04:17

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How did Anne Hathaway go from the Princess of Genovia to the most hated actress on the internet? This week, we discuss Anne Hathaway and her iconic roles in classics like The Princess Diaries and The Devil Wears Prada. We also reminisce about the time she dated a con-man, recite the monologue in Rachel Getting Married, and #hathahate. 00:00 – Compa…

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Friends, Mary Beard Fans, Countrymen, Lend Me Your Ears 32:31

22d ago32:31

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Even if you’re not an obsessive Ancient Rome aficionado, you may have heard of Mary Beard. With more than 20 books to her name, including the wildly successful SPQR, Mary might be most famous for her work as a BBC host for shows such as Pompeii: Life and Death in a Roman Town and Julius Caesar Revealed. Her latest book is Emperor of Rome and this w…

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And the Oscar Goes to… 1:52:48

29d ago1:52:48

1:52:48

On a very special episode, we discuss the Academy Awards. From Ryan Gosling’s I’m Just Ken performance to Emily Blunt’s floating straps, Emma Stone's shocking Best Actress win for Poor Things, and Cillian Murphy’s tan - we get into it all. Then we venture into new territory: our own awards show! Topics discussed include: 2010 as a seminal Oscar yea…

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Jonathan Lethem Is Ripping It up and Starting Again 33:40

29d ago33:40

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Jonathan Lethem made his name with his 1999 novel Motherless Brooklyn, but it was his next book, a semi-autobiographical re-telling of his childhood in Brooklyn, The Fortress of Solitude, that solidified his reputation as one of America's most celebrated authors. In Brooklyn Crime Novel, Jonathan returns to the Brooklyn of his childhood, but this t…

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Antioch LitCit #45 Hanz Wasserburger 1:05:58

1M ago1:05:58

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On this episode of Antioch MFA Program’s LitCit, host Thomas Huisking chats with screenwriter Hanz Wasserburger. Hanz discusses his journey from lawyer (assistant attorney general in the Civil Medicaid Fraud Division) to screenwriter (A Tale of Two Coreys, Second Impression). This interview was conducted shortly after the 2023 Writers Guild of Amer…

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A Star is Born (2018) 1:12:57

1M ago1:12:57

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Join us as we discuss A Star is Born (2018). Topics discussed include Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga’s out of this world chemistry, Lady Gaga’s Oscar-worthy performance, Bradley Cooper’s commitment to the bit as both Jackson Maine and in Maestro, Gaga’s influence on the modern day pop culture landscape, and the lingering impact of the best song from …

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Anne Enright Is Not Really Writing About Families, Actually 29:39

1M ago29:39

29:39

Anne Enright has been publishing books for more than two decades, winning numerous awards, including the Booker Prize for her 2007 novel, The Gathering. This week, Michael sits down with Anne for a wide-ranging conversation about the changing cultural context she is writing into, how a multiplicity of perspectives shape her work, and her latest boo…

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La La Land (2016) 1:24:55

1M ago1:24:55

1:24:55

Is the La La Land/Moonlight the Most Iconic Moment in Oscars History? Ya like Jazz? Join us as we discuss the 2016 movie musical, La La Land. Topics discussed: movie musicals that give us the ick, Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling's immaculate chemistry, share horror stories related to Mia's audition, getting existential over living your dreams, Sebastai…

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Nam Le Is Back 30:13

1M ago30:13

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When Nam Le’s debut book of short stories, The Boat, came out in 2008, it was met with unanimous praise and scooped up awards from around the world. Now, 16 years later, Nam has produced his follow up called 36 Ways to Write A Vietnamese Poem. This week, Michael sits down with Nam to discuss his latest work and the importance of violence in his con…

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Fifty Shades of Grey and Dakota Johnson's Limes 1:28:45

2M ago1:28:45

1:28:45

This week we watched Fifty Shades of Grey. Digressions include: Dakota Johnson's iconic Architectural Digest interview (we love limes), The Weeknd's contribution to cinema, the logistics of Christian Grey's NDA, the Twilight to Fifty Shades pipeline, Jamie Dornan's babygirlification, E.L. James' unhinged playlists that include the Black Eyed Peas, …

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Gail Jones Was Saved by Reading 30:27

2M ago30:27

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Joseph Conrad only ever captained one ship in his lifetime – the Otago. In a strange turn of events, the wreckage of Joseph Conrad’s ship now lies on the banks of the Derwent River in Hobart. And it's there that novelist Gail Jones took the inspiration for her latest novel, One Another. This week, Michael sits down with Gail for a wide-ranging disc…

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She's the Man (2006) with No More Late Fees 1:37:01

2M ago1:37:01

1:37:01

We are back to discuss Amanda Bynes' finest work, She's the Man (2006). Joining us are Danielle and Jackie of No More Late Fees to break down the modern day Shakespeare adaptation. Topics include: Amanda Bynes' comedic genius, Channing Tatum's himbo era, Vanity Fair's It's Raining Teen issues, the dark side of being a child star, Beyonce and Taylor…

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Why Kate Jennings Is There in Everything Erik Jensen Writes 28:51

2M ago28:51

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Erik Jensen was just 20 years old when he met Australian author Kate Jennings for the first time, forging a close relationship that continued until Kate’s death in 2021. This week, Michael chats with The Saturday Paper’s editor in chief about Kate’s life and her underappreciated work and Erik shares why her novel, Snake, is the best Australian book…

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Antioch LitCit #44 Gayle Brandeis 40:48

2M ago40:48

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On this episode of Antioch MFA Program’s LitCit, host Jessica Chisum chats with guest Gayle Brandeis about her latest book Drawing Breath: Essays on Writing, the Body, and Loss (2023). Gayle discusses her favorite childhood authors, why writers are afraid to write about illness, what it means to write a "bonus book," and her new "novel in multivers…

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She's All That (1999) 1:16:50

2M ago1:16:50

1:16:50

We discuss She's All That, the 1999 teen rom-com to end all rom-coms. Topics include: unpacking the Ugly Duckling trope, the anatomy of a makeover scene, Rachel Leigh Cook's Winona-inspired Laney Boggs, the underrated genius of Matthew Lillard, Sixpence None the Richer's Kiss Me needledrop, Usher haunting the halls of Sunnyvale, and more. 00:00 – T…

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No Dogs Die in Briohny Doyle's New Novel 32:52

2M ago32:52

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This week, Michael chats with author Briohny Doyle, whose most recent novel Why We Are Here explores the complexities of grief, both individual and collective. They discuss the role of writing during the pandemic and how relationships with non-human others enable us to access repressed parts of ourselves. Reading list: The Island Will Sink, Briohny…

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The Tortured Poets Department, Boygenius, and the Grammys 2024 15:52

2M ago15:52

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On a very special mini episode, Nikki catches Bri up on what happened at the 2024 Grammy Awards. Topics include: Taylor Swift’s Album of the Year win, The Tortured Poets Department album announcement, Tracy Chapman’s Fast Car performance, Miley Cyrus getting her “Flowers”, and Boygenius’ emotional win. Listen to us on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.…

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Moonstruck (1987) with Shawnee Mead 56:58

2M ago56:58

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We are back and joined by Nora Ephron enthusiast and friend to the pod, Shawnee Mead (Podcast Around the Corner) to discuss the 1987 classic Moonstruck. Topics include: Cher's Oscar-winning performance, rom-coms for grown-ups, channeling our inner wolf, Nic Cage being Nic Cage, and more. Listen to Podcast Around the Corner https://podcasts.apple.co…

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How Geraldine Brooks Became a Novelist 29:14

2M ago29:14

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For our first episode of 2024, Michael speaks with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Geraldine Brooks. She shares her life sentence and reflects on how her upbringing provided the perfect building blocks for a career as a writer. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Reading list: Nine Parts of Desire, Geraldine Brooks, 1994 Foreign Correspondence, Ge…

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Goop, Gwyneth Paltrow, & Green Juice 1:19:27

3M ago1:19:27

1:19:27

We discuss Gwyneth Paltrow and do a deep dive on her illustrious, Oscar-winning film career, feuding with Winona Ryder, her Goop empire, and everything in between. (00:00) – Gwyneth Paltrow paved the wellness trend (12:43) – GP in the 90s (24:19) – Apple and Moses (27:48) – Goop (41:03) – The Goop Empire is the blueprint Listen to us on Apple: http…

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Read This is back Feb 8! 2:10

3M ago2:10

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13 Going on 30 (2004) 1:09:23

3M ago1:09:23

1:09:23

We unpack the most charming rom-com of the early 2000s, Jenna Rink’s nearly iconic nightgown, Magazine editor job propaganda, Mark Ruffalo’s immaculate music taste and graphic tee collection, the Versace 2003 Spring collection, body swap comedy scenarios, falling in love with Jennifer Garner, Billy Joel’s Vienna needledrop, the perils of being an a…

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Antioch LitCit #43 Ross Brown 59:21

3M ago59:21

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On this episode of Antioch MFA Program’s LitCit host Thomas Huisking talks to screenwriter Ross Brown about his journey from second assistant director to television writer to executive producer and creator of three different network shows. If you remember Webster, The Facts of Life, and Step By Step, among others, you’re in for a treat! This interv…

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Our Frazzled English Woman Era 1:28:56

3M ago1:28:56

1:28:56

We're back with a hodgepodge of topics that include: Tiktok's Frazzled English Woman trend, Jeffrey Campbell's resurrection of Indie Sleaze, Bri's obsession with Punk'd, Emma Roberts' 2015 graphic tee as 2024 mood board inspo, our go-to comfort movies, Julia Roberts' impact on the rom-com, and more! (00:00) – Thoughts on Indie Sleaze fashion (23:13…

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Mean Girls (2004) 1:30:34

3M ago1:30:34

1:30:34

Is Regina George the real victim of Mean Girls? This week we dive into the 2004 teen classic, Mean Girls. Topics discussed include the politics of girl world, Lindsay Lohan's perfectly naive Cady Heron, The Plastics' reign on early 2000s fashion, Tina Fey's screenplay and cohort of SNL alum, Queen Bees and Wannabes' psychology behind teenage girl b…

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Saltburn (2023) / May December (2023) 1:24:26

4M ago1:24:26

1:24:26

This week we caught up on Saltburn and May December. Topics discussed include the soon-to-be iconic bathtub scene, Jacob Elordi's eyebrow piercing, Barry Keoghan's dance to Murder on the Dancefloor, 2006 fashion, Julianne Moore's line read of hot dogs, method acting, and the rise of Charles Melton. (00:00) – Let’s talk Holiday films! (10:49) – Our …

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Bridesmaids (2011) 59:09

4M ago59:09

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We are back and joined by our fabulous producer, Grace Dunbar, to discuss the 2011 comedy Bridesmaids. Topics include: the comedic genius of Kristen Wiig, the impact on female-driven comedies, the Bridesmaid effect, and so much more! Listen to us on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/late-to-the-party-with-nikki-bri/id1593848890 Listen to…

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Elf (2003) 1:18:01

4M ago1:18:01

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Is Elf a modern day Christmas classic? We get into the holiday spirit by discussing Elf (2003) and our favorite Christmas ephemera. Topics discussed include the Row-ification of James Caan, Will Ferrell’s unbelievably earnest performance, Rankin and Bass’ influence, Zooey Deschanel’s pre-twee icon days, and more. Listen to us on Apple: https://podc…

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Chloë Sevigny, Renaissance, and Taylor Swift 1:21:50

4M ago1:21:50

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What makes Chloë Sevigny the coolest girl in the world? Is Taylor Swift’s Mastermind really inspired by Phantom Thread? This week we dive into the fascinating career of the "It Girl to End All It Girls", Chloe Sevigny. We also discuss Taylor Swift’s Time Magazine Person of the Year profile and have a spiritual experience at Beyonce’s Renaissance Mo…

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We Went to Fitzroy Pool 21:20

4M ago21:20

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For our last show of the year, Michael heads to Fitzroy Pool to find out what people are reading as the weather warms up. Plus, some of our previous guests offer book recommendations for the summer holidays. Reading list: The Vanishing Half, Brit Bennett, 2020 Down and Out In Paris and London, George Orwell, 1933 My Body, Emily Ratajkowski, 2021 Gh…

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Antioch LitCit #42 Iwalani Kim 35:09

4M ago35:09

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On this episode of Antioch MFA Program's LitCit, Ian Rodriguez chats with guest Iwalani Kim an associate agent at Sanford J. Greenberger Associates. They discuss what makes a story moving and Iwalani's pathway from slam poetry to becoming an agent, giving her fresh insights. They also talk about how works have literary value with evocative characte…

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Gossip Girl (2007-2012) 1:48:13

4M ago1:48:13

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Hello, Upper East Siders! We’re back to discuss the iconic teen drama, Gossip Girl. Topics discussed include Gossip Girl’s exceptionally good pilot, Serena van der Woodsen’s chaotic Main Character Energy, Blair Waldorf’s influence on headband culture, Chase Crawford’s perfect face, Chuck Bass’ unhinged behavior, Jenny’s goth glow-up, Penn Bagley’s …

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Max Porter’s Freight Is Proportioned to His Groove 30:52

4M ago30:52

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Max Porter, best known for his debut novel Grief is the Thing with Feathers, has long been inspired by literature – reading it, listening to it, and, most importantly, sharing it with others. This week, Max shares the piece of writing that changed his life and reveals why every single time he thinks about it, its power renews itself like a recharge…

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Nvidia ft. Jensen Huang - An overnight success story 30 years in the making 38:53

5M ago38:53

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CEO Jensen Huang tells the legendary story of Nvidia, from the company’s early days pioneering 3D graphics cards for a niche PC gaming market to powering the AI revolution as the sixth most valuable company in the world. Nvidia faced multiple near-death experiences along the way, and their so-called “diving catches,” as Jensen calls them, were some…

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Burlesque (2010) 1:03:01

5M ago1:03:01

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On today’s episode, we revisit Burlesque, the oft-forgotten guilty pleasure 2010 musical that gave us Wagon Wheel Watusi, Cher giving the best performance of a Diane Warren powerballad (sorry, Celine), and Christina Aguilera acting debut. Topics discussed include: the Pussycat Dolls’ Viper Room inspiration, Coyote Ugly and The Devil Wears Prada com…

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Why Michelle de Kretser Wants You to Read Shirley Hazzard 31:03

5M ago31:03

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Michelle de Kretser began reading Shirley Hazzard well before she herself would become a writer, but she felt an early kinship, and two decades later it exploded into a full obsession. This week, Michael speaks with Michelle and Hazzard's biographer Brigitta Olubas about one of Australia's most underrated and underread authors. Reading list: The Ev…

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Alexa Chung 1:24:34

5M ago1:24:34

1:24:34

This week, we discuss the 2010s It girl, Glastonbury goddess, and indie sleaze queen Alexa Chung. From her style icon status and Pop World days to It’s On with Alexa Chung on MTV and being a band girlfriend (Alex Turner’s love letter is our Roman Empire), we deep dive on why she defines It for an entire Tumblr-girl generation. Listen to us on Apple…

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Gabrielle Zevin Wants to Talk About Failure 27:14

5M ago27:14

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Back in 2005, following the publication of her debut novel, Gabrielle Zevin experienced a kind of literary trauma, one that completely fractured her sense of intimacy with the art form that she loved. Since then, she has learned to embrace failure and her latest novel has featured on over thirty “Best Books of the Year” Lists. This week, Michael si…

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23andMe ft. Anne Wojcicki - How a DNA startup took on the FDA and redefined health tech 38:15

5M ago38:15

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Millions of customers have explored their genome with 23andMe. But when the company started in 2006, the idea of consumer DNA testing was heresy to the medical establishment. The FDA once even ordered 23andMe to stop selling its health testing product. The company persevered to make allies out of adversaries, and became the only FDA-approved produc…

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House of Gucci (2021) 1:08:44

5M ago1:08:44

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Father, Son, House of Gucci. Today we unpack the 2021 film, House of Gucci. Topics discussed: Lady Gaga's method acting performance as Patrizia Reggiani, Adam Driver's lowkey sex appeal, Jared Leto's insane performance as Wario (sorry, we mean Paolo Gucci), Ridley Scott's flop year, and more! Listen to us on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/pod…

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The Cause and Effect of Richard Flanagan 31:24

5M ago31:24

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Described by the Washington Post as "one of our greatest living novelists", Richard Flanagan has been writing for more than three decades. His 2013 novel The Narrow Road to the Deep North won the Booker Prize and his essays have been published across Australia and internationally. This week Michael heads to Tasmania to speak with Richard at his hom…

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Gilmore Girls (2000 - 2007) 1:50:56

5M ago1:50:56

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It's a show? It's a lifestyle. It's a religion. This week, we discuss Gilmore Girls. We deep dive on Rory’s relatable fall from grace (why she dropped out of Yale!), Luke and Lorelai's will-they-won't-they-relationship, the heavy use of pop culture references, getting the ick from Dean, and the charm of Stars Hollow. We also ask the pressing questi…

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Rebecca Makkai Is on the Case 28:04

5M ago28:04

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Rebecca Makkai is a master storyteller – her 2018 book, The Great Believers, was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize and a National Book Award. In I Have Some Questions for You, Rebecca switches genres with a literary crime story that takes in the #MeToo movement, the American justice system, race, sex, class and murder, all against the backdrop of a pr…

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ICYMI -Jennifer Griffin Smith (Brightcove) - Thinking and acting like a media company 30:06

5M ago30:06

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Continuing our review of the Destination CMO greatest hits (so far) this week we are looking back at this informative and inspiring conversation with Jennifer Griffin Smith. When we first sat down with Jennifer back in October of 2022 she was the Chief Marketing Officer of Brightcove. Now she’s in a new role as the CMO of Acquia. We hope our Destin…

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