Best Block Chronicles Podcasts (2024)

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Vampires Meet Dark Academia with Tigest Girma - Immortal Dark 44:50

35m ago44:50

44:50

Marissa chats with Tigest Girma about her debut, a YA romantic vampire novel, IMMORTAL DARK. Also discussed in this episode: struggling with the young adult/new adult/adult labels, making the change to age down a book and characters and what that entails, writing morally gray characters, crafting an extreme enemies to lovers romantic storyline, cre…

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Episode 7: Radiofrequency Ablation - A Novel OHIP Covered Treatment for Back Pain 15:32

2d ago15:32

15:32

In this episode, Dr Karmy explores the world of radiofrequency ablation—a novel, OHIP-covered treatment for chronic back pain. He goes over the differences between radiofrequency ablation, pulsed radiofrequency, and cooled radiofrequency ablation, uncovering how each technique works and when they should be considered viable treatment options. Join …

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Trilogies, Tropes, and Love Triangles with Adalyn Grace - Wisteria (Belladonna series) 44:36

2h ago44:36

44:36

Marissa chats with Adalyn Grace about WISTERIA, the conclusion to her Belladonna trilogy. Also discussed in this episode: the love of and uses for Pinterest, the phenomenon of finishing a book and forgetting having written it, writing a series with differing POVs, the rare book that’s “easy” to write, turning concepts into characters, favorite trop…

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Ep. 390 Attack The Block: Freddy Kruger Money-Shot 53:57

2h ago53:57

53:57

Aw aw aw shiiiit! The boys are back again watching Joe Cornish’s 2011 cult classic Attack The Block. This cult classic was produced by Edgar Wright, one of Quentin Tarantino’s top films of 2011, AND helped launch the careers of John Boyega and Jodie Whittaker. BUT DOES IT HOLD UP IN 2024?! Find out bruv!…

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Contemporary Royalty and Romance with Julian Winters - Prince of the Palisades 47:19

1d ago47:19

47:19

Marissa chats with Julian Winters about his latest YA romance, PRINCE OF THE PALISADES. Also discussed in this episode: how fanfiction is a great way to get started in writing, the sometimes difficult elements of crafting a contemporary royal story, writing romance and the importance of creating moments when characters are vulnerable, how challengi…

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Ep. 389 Cool Runnings: Operation Arraki Freedom 1:14:55

24d ago1:14:55

1:14:55

The guys catch Olympic fever! Also known as the East German slow clap! Also known as the dirty Seine! Does the 1993 bobsled family comedy hold up in 2024? Go for the gold and find out!

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Episode 6: Neurobiology of Pain - Exploring Neuropeptides with Dr. James Henry 41:35

22d ago41:35

41:35

In this episode, Dr Karmy is joined by Dr. James Henry, a pioneering expert in the field, where they dive deep into the neurobiology of pain. Trained at McGill University and with a distinguished career spanning Western University and McMaster's Michael De Groote Pain Center, Dr. Henry brings a wealth of knowledge on the role of neuropeptides in ch…

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Middle Grade Horror and Illustrated Novels with Remy Lai - Read At Your Own Risk 39:24

8d ago39:24

39:24

Marissa chats with Remy Lai about her new illustrated sketch diary, READ AT YOUR OWN RISK. Also discussed in this episode: why kids relate to horror, the importance of capturing the tone of the book on the cover and determining appropriate content for a young audience, making important design choices like font and color, deciding on a story’s forma…

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Avoid Creative Burnout with Lydia Michaels - Write 10K In a Day : Avoid Burnout: Unleash Your Prolific Potential 1:00:25

1M ago1:00:25

1:00:25

Marissa chats with author and life coach Lydia Michaels about her craft book, Write 10K in a Day. Discussed in this practical episode: the challenges of being an indie author/entrepreneur, writer burnout, time poverty – particularly for women, why setting boundaries on word counts is a good idea, signs of burnout, paying attention to ROJ (Return on…

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Ep. 388 The Road To El Dorado: Oops All Chancellors! 55:18

15d ago55:18

55:18

The boys check in on the early aughts meme machine, The Road To El Dorado. Does this forgotten gem hold up in 2024 or is a false god? FIND OUT AT SOME POINT IF YOU LISTEN TO THE SHOW, WHICH WOULD BE GREAT, BUT YOU DON’T HAVE TO.

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Romance, Family Dynamics, & Disability Rep with Anna Sortino - On the Bright Side 38:52

22d ago38:52

38:52

Marissa chats with Anna Sortino about her latest YA romance, ON THE BRIGHT SIDE. Also discussed in this episode: who is the ‘real’ audience we write for, deciding on a single vs dual POV and where the points of view intersect, leaving space in outlines for exploration, layering in character traits and details during revision, writing family dynamic…

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7 Tips for Balancing Multiple Writing Projects with Marissa Meyer 41:02

2M ago41:02

41:02

In this bonus craft episode, Marissa shares her seven best tips and strategies for balancing multiple writing projects. Discussed in this practical episode: how many projects she works on at any given time and what stage in the process they are at, how she prioritizes, what she does in the times when she isn’t or can’t be drafting, and so much more…

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Ep. 387 Troy: Pokédicks 1:24:17

29d ago1:24:17

1:24:17

Rich has a few too many as the guys check out the 2004 epic, Troy. Does it hold up twenty years later? Will the guys ever stop naming episodes after penis stuff? ONLY TIME WILL TELL.

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Episode 5: Is the nSTRIDE Injection the Future of Knee Osteoarthritis Treatment? 30:08

1M ago30:08

30:08

In this episode, Dr Karmy will take an in-depth look at the newest treatment for osteoarthritis—the nSTRIDE Autologous Protein Solution (APS) kit. Like Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP), this treatment is made from the patient's own blood. How does it compare to PRP? Is it worth trying? Dr. Karmy will not only explain the science behind nSTRIDE from exist…

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Ep. 386 Soul: Max Rebo’s Huge Dick 1:35:31

2M ago1:35:31

1:35:31

Hey hey hey. Two shallow people continue their deep dive into “modern” era Pixar films. Does the pandemic era Soul hold up in 2024? Find out baby!

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God’s Amazing Love 35:30

2M ago35:30

35:30

Revelation 3:20 says,”Behold I stand at the door of the church and continually knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with him (restore him) and he with Me. The question is: Will you open the door of your heart and have renewed sweet fellowship with Him? Will you make Him the Lord of your life and allow Him to be…

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Owning Your Writing Career with Tomi Adeyemi - Children of Anguish and Anarchy - The Legacy of Orisha 54:22

2M ago54:22

54:22

Marissa chats with award-winning author of CHILDREN OF BLOOD AND BONE, Tomi Adeyemi, about her new third book in the Legacy of Orisha series, CHILDREN OF ANGUISH AND ANARCHY. Also discussed in this episode: the inspiration for Tomi creating The Writer’s Roadmap courses for writers, feeling like you’re finally a career writer, transitioning from a l…

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Tory Lanez & Lizzo: The Ending of One Legal Drama and the Beginning of Another 42:21

2M ago42:21

42:21

As the legal matter of Tory Lanez comes to an end, Lizzo appears to be getting into one herself. Lanez was sentenced to 10 years behind bars, ending the three-year saga. Lizzo, her dance captain, and her production company face allegations of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment. Tune in as Chinyere discusses the legal drama. -…

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Why We Love Heists and the Benefits of Co-Writing - Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka - Heiress Takes All 46:26

2M ago46:26

46:26

Marissa chats with the husband-and-wife writing team of Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka about their latest YA adventure heist novel, HEIRESS TAKES ALL. Also discussed in this episode: the process of cowriting and the division of labor that resembles a marriage, carefully and consciously casting a heist book’s ensemble of characters, bene…

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Ep. 385 Luca: Jack-Jack Kerouac 1:16:04

3M ago1:16:04

1:16:04

Mike and Rich become the boys of Italian summer! Does this gentle covid era film hold up to two jaded assholes in 2024? Find out you little sea monsters.

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Episode 4: Regenerative Medicine in Pain Management - Is it a medical breakthrough or a scam? 41:57

3M ago41:57

41:57

An in-depth discussion of the most popular regenerative medicine approaches to chronic pain management in Ontario. Approaches discussed include Prolotherapy, Prolozone, nSTRIDE, PRP, and autologous stem cell injections. The pros and cons of each approach is discussed to help you decide whether or not you want to dip your toes into one of these appr…

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TikTok Drama: Everyone VS Fannita and Winter Blanco 38:48

3M ago38:48

38:48

In the season finale, Chinyere talks about the drama surrounding TikToker Fannita and former "Bad Girls Club" star Winter Blanco. Originally aired June 9 on Radio DePaul. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thechinnychronicles/support

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Ask Me Anything! Marissa Meyer Talks Writing, Books, Life, and More for our 200th Episode Celebration! 1:06:37

2M ago1:06:37

1:06:37

In this 200th (!) episode of The Happy Writer Podcast, Marissa (with some help from Joanne) answers many of your burning questions. Topics discussed: dealing with burnout, crafting three-dimensional characters, writing to trends, co-writing, balancing writing with parenting, and so much more. Also included: much-anticipated updates on TLC productio…

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17: A Raw Chat on Postpartum, Motherhood, & Creativity ft. Author Suzanne Yatim Aslam 31:06

3M ago31:06

31:06

In this episode, we're talking to Suzanne Yatim Aslam, a former actress and Miss Arab USA turned author of the Amazon bestseller 'Post Pardon Me', who shares her experiences with postpartum depression, societal expectations of motherhood, and how she used her emotions as a fuel for creativity. Whether experiencing the challenges of new motherhood o…

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Dissection of Bravoverse: Summer Houses & Vanderpump Rules 42:23

3M ago42:23

42:23

Chinyere discusses the latest seasons of Bravo three hit shows, "Summer House," "Summer House: Martha's Vineyard" and "Vanderpump Rules" as well as the public reaction. Originally Aired on June 3, 2024. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thechinnychronicles/support

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Contemporary Challenges and "Unlikeable" Protagonists - Alexene Farol Follmuth - Twelfth Knight 44:05

2M ago44:05

44:05

Marissa chats with Alexene Farol Follmuth about her latest contemporary coming-of-age YA romance, TWELFTH KNIGHT. Also discussed: some of the differences between self and traditional publishing and how the two can come together in a career, crafting the ‘unlikeable female character’, using Shakespeare for source material, structuring a romance diff…

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Ep. 384 The Chronicles Of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, And The Wardrobe: Vertical Equator Of Hair 1:13:04

3M ago1:13:04

1:13:04

Mike and Rich indulge their inner nerd and check out the epic 2005 fantasy, The Chronicles Of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, And The Wardrobe. Will it hold up for two hardened nerds in the year of our lion lord 2024? Find out in christian heaven, it’s full of beavers!

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The Celebrity Block List: Pro-Palestine Celebs 32:49

3M ago32:49

32:49

Chinyere discusses the celebrities who support Palestine, thus not deserving to be on anyone's block list. Originally aired May 26, 2024 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thechinnychronicles/support

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Co-Writing Fantasy and Having Fun With It - Tessa Gratton - Chaos & Flame / Blood & Fury Duology 44:29

3M ago44:29

44:29

Marissa chats with Tessa Gratton about her new YA fantasy, BLOOD & FURY, the sequel to CHAOS & FLAME, co-written with Justina Ireland. Also discussed: building social justice and important topics into fantasy while also making a book fun, how working on different projects concurrently can be both challenging and inspiring, creating inspiration list…

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Message for the Upper Room Worship Center on II Chronicles 20 (part 2) 33:46

3M ago33:46

33:46

What position are you taking when the enemy comes after you?

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The Celebrity Block List: The Definities 34:36

3M ago34:36

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Continuing the previous episode, Chinyere discusses the celebrities who deserve to be on the viral block list. Originally aired May 19, 2024 on Radio DePaul. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thechinnychronicles/support

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Episode 3: Nerve Blocks in Chronic Pain Management - How Nerve Blocks Can Help Manage Your Pain? 26:03

4M ago26:03

26:03

Nerve blocks are the most common procedure performed for chronic pain management in Ontario. Over 55,000 patients receive this treatment every year. Yet despite the widespread use of this procedure, there is some controversy about this approach. Nerve blocks happen to be one of the first procedures Dr. Grigory Karmy learned to perform. In this epis…

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What is blocking you from hearing Holy Spirit’s voice? 37:49

4M ago37:49

37:49

Let’s listen to King Jehoshaphat’s choices when he feared a great army coming. What are you choosing?

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Message for the Upper Room Worship Center Church for Mothers Day 35:27

4M ago35:27

35:27

Today is Mother’s Day that is a very special day to honor mothers. What have you learned from your mother?

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Outline Your Novel! Tips, Tricks, and Encouragement with Save the Cat! Writes a Novel's Jessica Brody 55:00

3M ago55:00

55:00

Marissa chats again with Jessica Brody, author of Save the Cat! Writes a Novel and Save the Cat! Writes a Young Adult Novel about her popular craft books and how she adapted the original Save the Cat screenplay book’s components for novel-writing. Also discussed in this craft-focused episode: how even pantsers can benefit from outlining tips, how h…

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Ep. 383 12 Monkeys: Winnie The Pooh Murder Mystery 1:33:41

4M ago1:33:41

1:33:41

What do you get when you mix Terry Gillam, Bruce Willis, and a whole bunch of mid 90s sensibilities? Probably 12 Monkeys, it seems likely you get 12 Monkeys. BUT DOES IT HOLD UP IN 2024? THAT my dear children is the question that will decide the fate of all, for the time will soon come when Hobbits/Monkeys decide the fate of us all.…

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The Celebrity Block List 33:47

4M ago33:47

33:47

Chinyere discusses the viral Celebrity Block List, which kicked off after Haylee Baylee's "Let Them Eat Cake" video. Originally aired May 12, 2024 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thechinnychronicles/support

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Episode 2: Infusions in Chronic Pain Management: Psychedelics, Lidocaine, Vitamins - Which Infusion is Right for You? 11:01

4M ago11:01

11:01

Dr. Grigory Karmy offers a comprehensive analysis of the therapeutic potential of ketamine and lidocaine infusions in managing various medical conditions, from chronic pain to treatment-resistant depression. He elucidates how these infusions work, their mechanisms of action, and the scientific evidence supporting their use. Tune in to learn about k…

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16: The Power of Tapping: Transforming Lives and Manifesting Wealth ft. Melanie Moore 44:28

3M ago44:28

44:28

In this episode, we're talking to Melanie Moore, a leading vision board expert and coach from the UK, who introduces Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) or 'tapping' as a transformative method for achieving personal goals, overcoming life's crossroads, and manifesting abundance.... Whether experiencing a life crossroad or seeking to realize a big vis…

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Arthurian Legend and Graphic Novel Retellings with Isabel Greenberg - Young Hag and the Witches' Quest 48:43

4M ago48:43

48:43

Marissa chats with Isabel Greenberg about her new Arthurian fantasy graphic novel, YOUNG HAG AND THE WITCHES’ QUEST. Also discussed in this episode: the freedom of creating a first project without the expectation that it will be read, the challenges and allure of retellings and Arthurian legends, the process of creating and revising a graphic novel…

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The Anticipation of the 2024 Met Gala 31:11

4M ago31:11

31:11

Chinyere discusses past Met Gala moments as well as the Condé Nast Union's possible strike of the event. Originally aired May 5, 2024 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thechinnychronicles/support

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Time Travel Plotlines and How We Get Ideas with Kekla Magoon - The Secret Library 49:40

4M ago49:40

49:40

Marissa chats with Kekla Magoon about her new middle grade time travel fantasy, THE SECRET LIBRARY. Also discussed in this episode: How secrets can take many forms (goats!), writing stories non-linearly, how creating a timeline can help catch inconsistencies and track continuity, how sometimes you need to write the whole book to feel confident enou…

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Ep. 382 Death Wish: Doglo Picasso 1:07:16

4M ago1:07:16

1:07:16

Once more into the breach! Once more we valiantly watch a movie from 1974 that no one asked us to. Because you don’t need to ask heroes, just close your eyes and we will be there. We’ll be there. Does Death Wish hold up? Blah blah Charles Bronson blah blah. I‘m hungry…I could go for a Death Wish deathwich.…

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What is blocking you from hearing from the Holy Spirit and feeling God‘s love? 34:39

4M ago34:39

34:39

Isaiah 30:15 says. “Return to Me”. Are you trusting God that He is ahead of your journey? Are you getting into His presence’s daily that defeats satan’s plot? I’d like to encourage you to listen to Pastor Jenny’s message.

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Episode 1: Should Opioids be a Part of Your Treatment Regimen for Chronic Pain in 2024? 17:06

4M ago17:06

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This episode explores the current approach to opioids in Ontario from the perspective of a clinician with over 20 years of experience in chronic pain management. The segment takes a close look at how the approach to opioids has evolved over the past two decades. Despite their longstanding presence in pain management, opioids remain shrouded in conf…

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10 Tips for Better Writing-Life Balance with Marissa Meyer 42:11

4M ago42:11

42:11

Marissa shares her top 10 tips for improving your work-life balance. From starting with a focused to-do list, to reframing goal time frames, to the best way to approach multitasking, and so much more, you’re sure to find something helpful in this practical episode. Note: For more writing-specific productivity tips, you can also check out episode 14…

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15: 6 Memoir Writing Tips from a Memoir Book Coach ft. Ally Berthiaume 39:48

4M ago39:48

39:48

In this episode, we're talking to Ally Berthiaume who shares her wealth of knowledge on memoir writing and tips including, "It's never too late to go after the dream, but the bravest part is to begin." If you ever considered writing a memoir to further your business success, that can help bring in new leads and sales, then don't miss this episode. …

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The Saga of Quavo and Chris Brown 44:55

4M ago44:55

44:55

Chinyere highlights the ongoing drama between Chris Brown and Quavo, which was reignited in 2024. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thechinnychronicles/support

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Unique Magic Systems & Endearingly Flawed Protagonists - Ana Ellickson - The Vanishing Station 47:15

5M ago47:15

47:15

Marissa chats with Ana Ellickson about her debut YA urban fantasy, THE VANISHING STATION. Also discussed: having the courage to leave an agent even before selling a book, developing complex magic systems and how helpful editors can be for ensuring they work, using locations—known and unknown—as settings for urban fantasy, creating three-dimensional…

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Ep. 381 Hackers: Salsa Squad 1:15:15

5M ago1:15:15

1:15:15

Yo yo yo yo yo yo. Yo. Late To The Table! Back again! Does Hackers hold up? Probably not. Do we lose the last 10 mins of the episode and have to cobble together an audio jigsaw puzzle? Maybe. Let’s get into it!

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