Best Andrew Vargas Podcasts (2024)

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Tessa Wegert and THE COLDEST CASE: a new Shana Merchant mystery 34:16

12m ago34:16

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Tessa Wegert is the author of the popular Shana Merchant mysteries, which include Death in the Family, The Dead Season, Dead Wind, The Kind to Kill, Devils at the Door, and The Coldest Case, along with the upcoming North Country thriller series. Her books have received starred reviews from Publishers Weekly and Shelf Awareness and have been feature…

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Elevate Uranium (ASX: EL8) is cashed up to advance Koppies uranium project (w/ Murray Hill) 26:02

1h ago26:02

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Elevate Uranium (ASX: EL8) managing director and chief executive officer Murray Hill joins Small Caps to discuss the upcoming activities at the company's flagship Koppies uranium project in Namibia. The company is well funded for the next phase of development at Koppies and its U-pgrade™ uranium ore beneficiation process after receiving binding com…

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Crime Wave - The Author's Guide To Murder 23:26

40m ago23:26

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This week on Crime Wave: Relax with your favorite beverage in hand and listen to the zany, best-selling trio—Beatriz Williams, Karen White, and Lauren Willig—entertain with THE AUTHOR’S GUIDE TO MURDER, a book we could all use, right?These three authors have collaborated on a locked-castle mystery about three authors collaborating on book. It’s set…

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Now, Appalachia interview with author Laura Leigh Morris 34:56

1d ago34:56

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Laura Leigh Morris about her new novel THE STONE CATCHERS. Laura is the author of Jaws of Life: Stories and has previously been published in the Notre Dame Review, the Louisville Review, Pithead Chapel, Laurel Review, and other literary journals. She teaches creative writing and lite…

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Aaron Philip Clark The Accomplice Authors on the Air 23:39

4m ago23:39

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Critically acclaimed thriller author Aaron Philip Clark joins Authors on the Air to talk about his latest project—a collaboration with Curtis “50-Cent” Jackson, titles The Accomplice. Clark has created a propulsive story centered on a single bank heist—and what is stolen has long-reaching ramifications and people will kill to keep them hidden.Excep…

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The Story of "The Work of Art" — Adam Moss 34:49

11h ago34:49

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Earlier this year, celebrated magazine editor Adam Moss authored his first book, The Work Of Art: How Something Comes From Nothing. Inspired by his experience as a painter, Adam interviewed dozens of the best creatives of our time, from Stephen Sondheim to Sofia Coppola to Ira Glass. The result is a detailed study of the process of making art in ma…

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David List: What are the Odds? 38:55

4m ago38:55

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David List, a native New Yorker, began his career in the mailroom of the New York office of the William Morris Agency, quickly rising to become an agent in their exclusive TV Packaging division. Subsequently, he moved to Los Angeles and segued into film and television production, first as Senior Vice President of Development and Production for Dodi…

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Alysha Newman's Journey Out of the Doom Loop to Olympic Glory 1:12:03

14m ago1:12:03

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In this week's episode of Change Your Brain Every Day, Dr. Daniel Amen is joined by Olympic bronze medal-winning pole vaulter (and viral sensation) Alysha Newman for a discussion on how she was able to overcome setbacks, break through her mental hurdles, and ultimately achieve her dreams. Dr. Amen and Alysha discuss the role the "Doom Loop" can pla…

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Simone Amelia Jordan, Hip-Hop Journalist 19:08

3d ago19:08

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On Books, Kids & Creations host Tracy Blom sits down with Australian hip-hop journalist Simone Jordan to discuss her journey as an author and her love for hip-hop, which started at a very young age. Her journalism career spans decades and includes exclusive interviews with hip-hop legends-- at a time when, believe it or not, people were passing on …

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Green Critical Minerals (ASX: GCM) makes very high-density graphite technology acquisition (w/ Clinton Booth) 16:32

2h ago16:32

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Green Critical Minerals (ASX: GCM) managing director Clinton Booth joins Small Caps to discuss the company's move to acquire a very high-density (VHD) graphite technology. The innovative technology offers a transformational leap in graphite production and is expected to reach commercialisation within the next 12 months. Utilising a revolutionary pr…

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Episode 123: Dickie Smothers TV Icon and Trailblazer: PART I 19:36

14m ago19:36

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Dickie Smothers is an American TV legend, composer, actor, musician, and comedian. While he distinctly stands out in his own right, he was one half of The Smother Brothers with his elder brother Tom. The Smothers Brothers formed in the late 1950s and appeared on numerous television shows, including two shows of their own, a sitcom from 1965 to 1966…

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JEDEDIAH BERRY CO-HOSTS ON THE AIR WITH FLORENZA 28:17

5h ago28:17

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Today, we’re diving into the captivating world of Jedediah Berry, Author, and Fantasy Enthusiast.Jedediah Berry, born in 1977, is an American writer known for his imaginative and thought-provoking novels. He is the author of "The Manual of Detection" and his latest book, "The Naming Song". Berry lives in Western Massachusetts, where he runs the Nin…

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EP 153 - James Wade - HOLLOW OUT THE DARK 27:51

8h ago27:51

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James Wade masterfully recreated 1932 East Texas in his latest thriller: HOLLOW OUT THE DARK. The reader can feel and taste the grit of life just at the brink of the Great Depression. Wars can be fought on foreign soils but those fought on the local level seem to have the most collateral damage. A Must Read! www.outwithdan.comwww.jameswadewriter.co…

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Dr. Velma Bagby Co-hosts On the Air with Florenza 28:52

7d ago28:52

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During this episode of On the Air with Florenza, Dr. Velma Bagby, an award-winning author, minister, and relationship coach, discusses her books and all things relationships. You’ll want to dial up all your married and single girls for this impactful and timely show. Dr. Velma Bagby is a bestselling and award-winning author, certified dating/relati…

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EP 151 - Alex Segura & ROb Hart - DARK SPACE 19:31

8d ago19:31

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Space. It looks beautiful but it has limitless boundaries. What would you do if your space craft malfunctions and you begin to wonder if it's a deliberate sabatoge. And perhaps an inside job. Space seems infinite. DARK SPACE is chocked full of atmosphere! www.alexsegura.comwww.robwhart.comBy Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

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EP 154 - SE (Suzanne) Redfearn - TWO GOOD MEN 18:08

1d ago18:08

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The most epic battles aren't Good vs Evil, it's Good vs Good. Suzanne Redfearn has given the reader TWO GOOD MEN who want the world to be a better place and move to help that happen. But their goals are polar opposites. Which one would you cheer for?www.outwithdan.comwww.suzanneredfearnauthor.comBy Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

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EP 152 - Chad Beguelini - SHOWMANCE 16:58

10d ago16:58

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What if you Broadway production opened and it closed after one performance? A Flop. Then a family member has health issues and you return to your hometown. And the local arts and theater group wants to mount your failed Broadway production. What could possibly go wrong, or right? SHOWMANCE is this story.www.outwithdan.comhttps://www.chadbeguelin.co…

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Tessa Wegert & Elena Taylor The Coldest Case And A Cold Cold World Authors on the Air 38:07

1d ago38:07

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On this doubleheader episode of Authors on the Air, two critically acclaimed authors join us to talk about their most recent novels—with several similarities. A Cold, Cold World, by Elena Taylor, and Tessa Wegert’s The Coldest Case feature two of my favorite characters in Bet Rivers and Shana Merchant. Both powerful characters who take on the tough…

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Crime Wave - Lorie Lewis Ham 15:16

1d ago15:16

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This week on Crime Wave: Our Halloween Special!Lorie Lewis Ham writes a fun series set in Fresno’s hip and historic Tower District, the town’s artistic hub. Part-time PI Roxi Carlucci is helping local bookstore owner Clark Halliwell put on the first-ever Tower Halloween Mysteryfest. When the eclectic group of authors arrives for the festival, a loc…

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Author & swashbuckler Terrance Layhew on the classic novels that inspired ONE MAN’S TREASURE 26:18

2d ago26:18

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Terrance Layhew is an author and swashbuckler. He hosts the Suit Up! Podcast and lives in Des Moines, Iowa. You can follow him on on social media @Tlayhew, and his writing at terrancelayhew.comSpies, Lies and Private Eyes is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network#authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair…

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Top 10 Ways to Ruin Your Relationships 34:38

2d ago34:38

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In this week's episode of Change Your Brain Every Day, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana sit down to discuss sure fire ways to ruin your primary relationships. Did you know that having good relationships can help you be healthier and happier—and even live longer? It’s true! In addition to how great it feels to be in a positive, warm, and satisfying relation…

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Shane Hawk In Conversation With Deborah J Ledford-Authors on the Air Ep2 25:39

2d ago25:39

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Shane Hawk is co-editor and a contributing writer of the bestselling anthology NEVER WHISTLE AT NIGHT. Written exclusively by Native American and Indigenous authors, these tales of horror are the perfect collection of spine-tingling reads for Halloween fright night.Shane and Deborah J Ledford discuss writing short stories and stage plays from a Nat…

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Meredith R. Lyons -- Ghost Tamer Authors on the Air 20:34

5d ago20:34

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Meredith R. Lyon’s debut novel Ghost Tamer ran the table when it came to awards notice this year. A most entertaining story of a near death experience with left Raely with survivor’s guilt—and the ability to see ghosts. One in particular claims to have been with her for as long as he can remember. Raely doesn’t embrace this new “gift” until she com…

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Elly Griffiths -- The Man In Black Stories Authors on the Air 19:34

14d ago19:34

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“The Man in Black Stories” is the latest release from Edgar Award-winning, critically acclaimed author Elly Griffiths. The Man in Black is a carefully curated collection of short stories featuring some of her most beloved characters, including Ruth Galloway, Cathbard, Max Mephisto, and Harbinder Kaur, and sure delight fans of her thirty-one novels.…

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Thought Garden on Air with Scharrell Jackson - Lasting Impressions: The Journey of Collaborative Storytelling 36:23

6d ago36:23

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Welcome to the next episode of the Thought Garden - on Air! Host Alexis Quintal, CEO and Owner of Rosarium has invited entrepreneurs who have a story to tell come to bring out their inner author on this show. Today's guest is Scharrell Jackson, international keynote speaker, high-performance leadership coach, and author. She works one on one with l…

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Episode 122: Kristin Owens Sets Sail With Her Debut Novel, Great Characters, And High Seas Adventure 22:00

7d ago22:00

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Kristin Owens, Ph.D, is an award-winning faculty member with over 25 years university experience. Now a full-time writer in sticky southwest Florida, Kristin has over 100 bylines with celebrated magazines such as Writer’s Digest, Wine Enthusiast, and 5280. Her personal essays have won New Millennium Writing Awards honorable mention, awarded finalis…

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Reed Farrel Coleman -- Blind To Midnight Authors on the Air 23:21

7d ago23:21

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You know you’ve found a series character when months after reading it—that character sticks in your mind. Reed Farrel Coleman’s Nick Ryan is that character for me. In this second book of the series, Blind to Midnight, Nick Ryan follows the trail of professional killers who assassinated his “Uncle Tony” and his wife. Another crime might be connected…

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Esther Goldenberg chats with Meryl about researching & writing The Scrolls of Deborah 24:22

9d ago24:22

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Meryl chats with Esther Goldenberg about her new novel, The Scrolls of Deborah, Book One in the Desert Songs Trilogy. They discuss how Esther came to write about this Biblical narrative, and how she melded Bible stories with a feminist perspective. They also talk about historical fiction, Esther’s writing and research process, and the scope of her …

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Cadwell Turnbull Co-hosts On the Air with Florenza 42:39

8d ago42:39

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Today, we’re diving into the captivating world of Cadwell Turnbull, an acclaimed author known for his unique blend of speculative fiction and social commentary. With novels like "The Lesson" and "No Gods, No Monsters," he explores complex themes of community, identity, and resilience. Turnbull's work has earned him critical praise and a passionate …

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Crime Wave - Dale T. Phillips 19:55

8d ago19:55

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This week on Crime Wave: Dale T. Phillips drops by to give us the inside scoop on A GREAT RECKONING, the 7th mystery in his Zack Taylor series. Zack is an old-fashioned knight errant, a complicated and troubled man fighting for the underdog—where he doesn’t always win—but passionate about helping others to help heal himself.In A GREAT RECKONING, Za…

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Jacqueline Bublitz: behind the scenes with her new thriller LEAVE THE GIRLS BEHIND 34:22

11d ago34:22

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Jacqueline Bublitz is a writer, feminist, and arachnophobe who lives between Melbourne, Australia, and her hometown on the west coast of New Zealand’s North Island. She is the author of Before You Knew My Name and Leave the Girls Behind. Find out more at JacquelineBublitz.com.Killer Women Podcast is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Ne…

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What a Psychiatrist & a Nurse Want You to Know About Processing & Healing from Grief 40:45

9d ago40:45

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Grief is a natural part of the human experience, and it's our approach to grief that plays a crucial role in processing our emotions and continuing with our life's journey. In this episode, the Amens discuss their recent personal experience with grief, and how their strategies helped them to process their emotions in a healthy way, even at their lo…

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Julian Fisher: THINK LIKE A SPY - skills of influence and persuasion used by intelligence officers 43:01

9d ago43:01

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Ever wondered how much of spy fiction is rooted in reality? Join us as we dive into the brilliant mind of Julian Fisher, author of Think Like a Spy. If you're a fan of spy thrillers or just curious about the clandestine world of espionage – and how you can use spy craft skills in everyday life, this episode is a must-listen!Julian Fisher has had a …

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Will Viharo - Graffiti in the Rubber Room Authors on the Air 28:44

10d ago28:44

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Prolific author Will “The Thrill” Viharo gives us a no holds barred look behind the curtain in Graffiti in the Rubber Room: Writing for My Sanity, to sum up all the life experiences, relationships, and colorful characters that when added to a martini shaker, made him one of the most unique and talented noir authors out there. Told in an untradition…

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T.G. BROWN In Conversation With Deborah J Ledford-Authors on the Air Episode1 23:47

10d ago23:47

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T.G. Brown, a Tribal Officer turned thriller author of the Warren Lawson Series set in Oregon, and Deborah J Ledford discuss Brown’s experience as a Native American officer and his hands-on perspective about writing impactful characters and the crimes they battle and perpetrate, rooted in real-world situations. For the up-and-coming thriller writer…

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Cooking and Creativity at Attica — Ben Shewry 32:37

18d ago32:37

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Ben Shewry is a chef, author, and co-owner of Attica Restaurant in Melbourne, Australia. Recognized as one of the top restaurants worldwide, Attica offers guests an experience that immerses them in Australia’s unique cuisine. In his new book, Uses for Obsession, and on this episode of the FoST Podcast, Ben discusses how that experience came to be, …

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Stormeur (ASX: STR) IPO to expand Cosmetique's non-surgical cosmetics empire across Australia (w/ Vivek Eranki) 21:51

15d ago21:51

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Stormeur (ASX: STR) chief executive officer and chairman Vivek Eranki joins Small Caps to discuss the company's $7 million IPO to fund new Cosmetique clinics on Australia's east coast as part of its growth strategy. The company recently announced the IPO offering 35 million shares at $0.20 each, aiming to raise funds for clinic expansion, marketing…

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Crime Wave - Sharon Dukett 17:57

15d ago17:57

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This week on Crime Wave: Sharon Dukett has given readers an electrifying debut thriller. In THE SHUTDOWN LIST, Anita Forester witnesses her husband being dragged away by police during a protest for environmental causes. Anita embarks on a perilous journey to find her husband, unaware of the crucial secret he has kept from her. Anita’s search leads …

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Author Rick Childers on Now, Appalachia 29:23

15d ago29:23

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Rick Childers about his debut novel TURKEYFOOT. Rick is a writer from Estill County, Kentucky. He also serves as Berea College's Appalachian Male Advocate and Mentor.By Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

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Welcome to the Change Your Brain Every Day Podcast 37:10

16d ago37:10

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We are so excited to bring you the next chapter in our journey of creating a revolution in psychiatry by changing the discussion around mental health to what it really is, brain health. We would like to introduce you to Change Your Brain Every Day, a new podcast featuring focused discussions surrounding the health of your brain. Every day you are m…

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Mark Pawlosky and BLACK BIRD, the latest in his Nik Byron series 26:31

16d ago26:31

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Mark Pawlosky is a former reporter for the Wall Street Journal, editor in chief of CNBC on msn, and editorial director for American City Business Journals (ACBJ), he oversaw financial news channels in the US, London, Munich, Paris, Tokyo and Hong Kong. BLACK BIRD is the latest novel in his Nik Byron book series. Please visit his website at: https:/…

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Susan Walter: an Olympic bi-athlete escapes arrest in a blizzard in RUNNING COLD 27:24

19d ago27:24

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The winner of the (not terribly) prestigious WIFTS screenwriting award for “All I Wish,” the 2018 film she wrote and directed starring Sharon Stone, Susan Walter recently added “novelist” to an eclectic resume that also includes “failed concert violinist,” “unwatchable TV news reporter,” and “dazed mother to two teenage girls.” Her first two myster…

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Australian Rare Earths (ASX: AR3) increases Koppamurra project resource by 27% (w/ Travis Beinke) 18:24

28d ago18:24

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Australian Rare Earths (ASX: AR3) managing director and chief executive officer Travis Beinke joins Small Caps to discuss the company's continued success at the promising Koppamurra project in South Australia. The company recently released a 27% increase to the high-grade project's mineral resource estimate of to 236 million tonnes (Mt) at 748 part…

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THE PUZZLE BOX: Mike Brink faces off with a life or death puzzle in Danielle Trussoni's new thriller 36:09

21d ago36:09

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Danielle Trussoni is the New York Times bestselling author of The Ancestor, Angelology and Angelopolis, all New York Times Notable Books, and The Puzzle Master, chosen by The Washington Post as one of their Best Thrillers of 2023. Her memoir, Falling Through the Earth, was selected by The New York Times as one of the Top Ten Books of the Year. Dani…

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AI Goes to Middle School - with teacher Christian Ravard 21:29

25d ago21:29

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Teaching has been Christian Ravard’s passion for 14 years. Hear his take on what happens when AI, the giant sponge, enrolls in middle school…Come back in 2029 to see if Christian’s prediction about the impact of AI on college students comes true!By Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

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Georgia K. Boone Co-hosts On the Air with Florenza 22:16

22d ago22:16

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Welcome to today’s episode of On the Air with Florenza! Today, we’re diving into the captivating world of Georgia K. Boone and her newly released book, I’ll Be Gone for Christmas. Georgia is a writer and poet inspired by the words of James Baldwin. She lives on the West Coast with her family and often writes songs she may share someday. In I'll Be …

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Crime Wave - Helaine Mario 18:23

22d ago18:23

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This week on Crime Wave: Helaine Mario and I talk about Echoes On the Wind. Helaine’s intricately-plotted dual timeline novel of suspense traces the intertwined fates of pianist Maggie O’Shea and her grandmother, Clair Rousseau, who joins the French Resistance as a teenager during World War II. It’s a beautiful story—also a heartbreaking, and ultim…

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Episode 124: Dickie Smothers TV Icon and Trailblazer: PART II 21:06

23d ago21:06

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Dickie Smothers is an American TV legend, composer, actor, musician, and comedian. While he distinctly stands out in his own right, he was one half of The Smother Brothers with his elder brother Tom. The Smothers Brothers formed in the late 1950s and appeared on numerous television shows, including two shows of their own, a sitcom from 1965 to 1966…

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Jeffrey Archer and AN EYE FOR AN EYE: a lively and opinionated chat with a legendary author 20:52

1M ago20:52

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Jeffrey Archer is one of the world’s bestselling authors, with sales of over 275 million copies in 97 countries, and is the only author ever to have been a number one bestseller in fiction (twenty times), short stories (four times) and non-fiction (The Prison Diaries). AN EYE FOR AN EYE is his latest novel. Please visit his website at https://www.j…

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Jayne Allen Co-Host On the Air with Florenza 36:34

26d ago36:34

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Welcome to today’s episode of On the Air with Florenza! Today, we’re diving into the captivating world of Jayne Allen, a Harvard-trained attorney and engineer from Detroit. Jayne is an acclaimed author known for her Black Girls Must Die Exhausted series. Inspired by personal experiences, her writing explores themes of race, womanhood, and relations…

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