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A flash-fiction podcast where a handful of writers each make a story with a limited wordcount in a limited time. Each writer has just an audio prompt and five minutes to make a first draft. Then a fellow writer will give them the edits and suggestions they need to reach those final one hundred words. Created by Tom McNally for Red Button Audio
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The unofficial weekly drabble competition in the Elite Dangerous forums.
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What was I saying again? I have no idea.. Who even are you?
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Flash Fiction
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A compilation of the podcasts and podcast appearances of Hugh J. O'Donnell. Includes The Way of the Buffalo, The Freelance Hunters, Chrononauts Cinema Reviews, and other appearances.
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The Just Us for Justice Podcast - presented by the Consumer Attorneys of California
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Presented by the Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC), the Just Us for Justice Podcast provides California consumer attorneys updates regarding state legislation and CAOC members can look forward to. Host - J.G. Preston Producer - Cutter Hicks
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I tend to speak something but not only do I stumble but accidentally murmur genius sometimes.
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Welcome to Studio VN21 Stories, where imagination comes to life through captivating audio tales! Join us on a journey filled with diverse and engaging fiction stories that span across multiple genres, including drama, comedy, fanfiction, and more. Each episode promises to transport you into a different world, with realistic audio and immersive storytelling. Tune in, unwind, and let your imagination soar with Studio VN21 Stories!
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Welcome to the podcast, where I talk about various topics: from life advice that I’ve learned and experienced, to comic book movie nerdom. WARNING: SWEARING AND EXPLICIT TOPICS MAY OCCUR. For mature audiences only.
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The Just Us for Justice Podcast - presented by the Consumer Attorneys of California.
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A writing podcast for everyone! Interviews with up-and-coming and established authors, writing news, and info on contests and journals. Writing doesn't begin and end with publication, and we want to cover everything else that makes up your writing life.
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We’re fighting back against writer’s block! Every week, co-hosts Lizzy and Hazel try out a new piece of writing advice--from saying affirmations to writing drunk--and then discuss how the one-week challenges have affected their inspiration, productivity and creativity. Join in with the challenges and learn what helps and hinders your writing!
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Today’s Drabble is “Tradition.” Music by Kevin MacLeod of Incompetech.com. Thanks for listening and I’ll be back with more audio in December. Until then, visit EverydayDrabbles.com for more very short stories as Everyday Drabbles returns in text with all new drabbles starting September 1st! I hope you enjoy this sneak peek, and have a fabulous day!…
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Today’s drabble is “Closed for the Season.” Music provided by Incompetech.com Have a fabulous day!By hughjodonnell
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A flash-fiction podcast where a handful of writers create an original story with a limited wordcount in a limited amount of time. In this episode we dig deep, drill down and stir up a beehive of words. The stories are: '3.15 at the High Street HSBC' by Amelia Armande, 'Murder on the Dancefloor' by Joshua Crisp, 'The Consultation' by Ella Brasington…
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Today’s Drabble is “Stakeholder.” Music by Incompetech.com. Have a fabulous day!By hughjodonnell
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Today’s drabble is “Ghost Story.” Music by Kevin MacLeod of Incompetech.com. Have a fabulous day!By hughjodonnell
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Today’s Drabble is “Black Cat.” Image by Sheila Sund, presented under a Creative Commons, Attribution 2.0 License. Music by Incompetech.com Have a fabulous day!By hughjodonnell
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Music by Kevin MacLeod of Incompetech.com Have a fabulous day!By hughjodonnell
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Today’s Drabble is “The Labyrinth.” Music by Incompetech.com. Have a fabulous day!By hughjodonnell
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Drabblecast 492 – Doubleheader: Christine Nogle
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This week on the Drabblecast, become something new! We bring you two stories about transformation by author Christine Nogle. Narrated by The Word Whore. Reach your full biological potential at the Drabblecast’s patreon. FALL INTO WATER, BECOME SOMEONE NEW by Christine Nogle Lines after lines of picnic tables are set on the plain, […]…
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Today’s drabble is “The Comics Shop.” Music by Incompetech.com. Have a fabulous day!By hughjodonnell
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Today’s Drabble is “The Key to the Kingdom.” Image is “Keys” by John Perivolaris, presented under a Creative Commons, Attribution Non-Commercial No Derivatives 2.0 Generic License. Music by Kevin MacLeod of Incompetech.com. Have a fabulous day!By hughjodonnell
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Episode 8 - Sitting Down With Assemblymember Ash Kalra
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On this episode of Just Us for Justice Podcast, host J.G. Preston and special guest CAOC Deputy Legislative Director Jacquie Serna invite on Assemblymember Ash Kalra to talk about his experience in his political position, bills emphasizing elder protection (AB 2773), upcoming challenges as session resumes, and more!…
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Today’s drabble is “Origin Story.” Music by Incompetech.com. Have a fabulous day!By hughjodonnell
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A flash-fiction podcast where a handful of writers create an original story with a limited wordcount in a limited amount of time. In this episode we string up the meats and regress to some wacky childhood fears. The stories are: 'Reclaimed Footage 408PXJ' by Amelia Armande, 'You are not forgotten' by Joshua Crisp, 'The way to do it' by Murray Simon…
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Drabblecast 491 – Learn to Count With the Doomed Expedition
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One, two, three, what’s that staring back at me? Four, five, six, I know what this viscera predicts… This week on the Drabblecast, we are going on a journey. Pack your bags, and bring extra socks for the clown. “Learn to Count with the Doomed Expedition” is a reprint story by T.B. Jeremiah. T. B. […]…
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Once upon a time, In a faraway place — Stood a small town that was troubled, by an evil witch’s grace. Every year the same night, Monsters woke and attacked — And the people had to fight, to protect their own land. The monster army had the numbers, Werewolves, demons, and undead — Even creatures throwing thunders, and vampires spreading dread. Afte…
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A flash-fiction podcast where a handful of writers create an original story with a limited wordcount in a limited amount of time. In this episode we make Britain Ballard again while visiting the rainiest places on Earth. The stories are: 'A Dugong Love Song' by Fran Bushe, 'All Creatures Great and Swarm' by Gavin Haynes, 'Horns through bathroom jun…
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Healing Touch - Tales of a Therapist | 100-word drabble
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Mat showed me a photo of his ex-wife, her beauty a sharp contrast to the emptiness in his eyes. As he spoke, his voice trembled with sorrow. “She was my everything,” he said, the weight of his loss evident in each word. “Without her, I’m lost.” As a therapist, I knew healing required him to face the pain head-on. “Confront your feelings,” I urged g…
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This week on the Drabblecast, we have arrived in the seedy side of space. The sign on the front says, “Boffel’s”, and the sensation on your back you don’t recognize. “Slime on My Hackles” is an original story by Jessica Jewell. Jessica Jewell (she/her) is a science fiction writer. She lives in Hamilton, Ontario with […]…
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They all look so happy. And why wouldn’t they be? It’s the happiest day of their life and one more “worst day” of mine. After all these years, I have gotten used to asking them to smile at me. Though, I haven’t been able to smile myself behind the camera. I am trapped in a job I used to love, and now it makes me sick. Photography was my life and pa…
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The old man sat on the bench, his hands resting on the smooth wood of his violin. He used to play in the streets, lifting the spirits of those he encountered. A small crowd started gathering, drawn in by the bittersweet melodies of his instrument. His music reached deep within each listener, filling them with hope and joy. Some started dancing, oth…
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The Lion King and the Whispering Forest EP01
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One sunny morning in the Pride Lands, the golden savannah was alive with the sounds of chattering birds and rustling grass. Young Simba and Nala, full of energy and curiosity, were playing near Pride Rock. Simba crouched low, his tail twitching as he prepared to pounce on Nala. “Gotcha!” he roared, springing forward. Nala, however, was quick and ag…
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The kitty moved from one car to another, trying to avoid the heavy rain of the city. It reflected on the times it used to jump from Dad’s sofa to the wooden chairs. It tried to find shelter under a big, yellow car to protect itself from the cold outside. It remembered how cozy and warm it used to be in Selina’s playroom. It searched the garbage for…
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This week on the Drabblecast, we bring you a dark ancient tale from a distant lost land called “The Black Waters of Lethe,” by Oliver Buckram. Also, exciting news! Norm is launching a new Kickstarter for his 3rd album, “The Instruction Book.” And how! Follow the upcoming campaign here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/drabblecast/the-instructio…
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A flash-fiction podcast where a handful of writers create an original story with a limited wordcount in a limited amount of time. In this episode we are split into hundreds of smaller pieces that gush into a cup. The stories are: 'The Price of a Ticket Home' by Amelia Armande 'Paradise Lost' by Joshua Crisp 'In 1994' by Paul Davies 'Splinters' by C…
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Drabblecast 488- From Earth to Io, with Love
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Tickets, please! Tickets! Right this way! Coupons to the right, and fast passes to left. NO pushing, folks. Watch your tendrils! Keep your goo to yourself. All lines will get you to the newest episode, “From Earth, to Io with Love. ” by Adelehin Ijasan! Adelehin Ijasan is a Nigerian writer living […]…
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A flash-fiction podcast where a handful of writers create an original story with a limited wordcount in a limited amount of time. In this episode we turn around and around, clinging to each other for stability. The stories are: 'Marble Run' by Amelia Armande 'Fill it up, Derek!' by Joshua Crisp 'Green Collar' by Peter Gardiner 'Superpower' by Nóra …
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Our story this week is spoiling for a good time. Enjoy a delicious exploration of the human condition, “Bad Meat” by Chip Houser! Chip Houser (he/him) has stories in Bourbon Penn, PodCastle, Daily Science Fiction, and various other markets. “Dark Morsels,” a chapbook of his very short fiction, is forthcoming from Red Bird Chapbooks. He’s […]…
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A flash-fiction podcast where a handful of writers create an original story with a limited wordcount in a limited amount of time. In this episode we get to grips with life, death and the bell that tolls. The stories are: 'The Squeaky Wheel' by Amelia Armande 'Send in the clowns' by Joshua Crisp 'In the Bathyscaphe' by Paul Davies 'A Cautionary Tale…
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Drabblecast 486- Those Who Forget and Those Who Perish
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Our story this week is “Those Who Forget and Those Who Perish” by K. W. Colyard. Enjoy! Cover art by Steve Lillie Do you long to be a part of the mob? Did this week’s story give you mob-envy? Then do we have something akin to a mob, but less angry, and less muddy, and […]By Norm Sherman
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Drabblecast 485- He Who Ruined Everything
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Let us quell your unease with our favorite platitude, “When God closes a door, he opens a window, but when Tom Floss squints at the mob through his window, Roy boards up the door for him.” Our story this week is “He Who Ruined Everything” by L. N. Clarke. Cover art by Bo Kaier Do […]By Norm Sherman
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Episode 7 - The importance of CAOC members being involved with legislators (feat. Senator Tom Umberg)
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On this 2024 FIRST episode of Just Us for Justice Podcast, host J.G. Preston takes a step back and invites on former CAOC President Greg Rizio to guest host a wonderful discussion with Senator Tom Umberg about the importance of CAOC members connecting with legislators and why they should voice their advocacy in 2024 for sponsored bills.…
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The Drabblecast hits the lanes this week with original story, “Cosmic Bowling” by Mike James Davis. Cover art by Shane Bevin! Drabblecast Patreon Cosmic Bowlingby Mike James Davis I’m a frequent bowler, very frequent in fact, and nothing tickles me more than when my local lanes fire up an old throwback: Cosmic Bowl. The nostalgia […]…
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Episode 6 - 2023 Year-In-Review (feat. CAOC CEO Nancy Drabble)
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On this episode of Just Us for Justice Podcast, host J.G. Preston invites on CAOC CEO Nancy Drabble to go through highlights of 2023 at the organization including three sponsored bills signed into law, Convention and Symposium debriefings, and what's to come in 2024!By Consumer Attorneys of California
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The Drabblecast wraps up 2023 with a Drabbleganza, followed by a story about tough decisions and leaving things behind– a Drabblecast original by Em Liu, called “Snow.” Happy New Year! Drabblecast Patreon Cover art by Bo Kaier Snow by Em Liu I step out into the deep snow. In my right hand is a flashlight, […]…
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The Drabblecast Weird West Event closes out this week with another original story– this time with epic train shoot-outs, centaurs, and manifest destiny! We bring you, “That Bloody Frontier” by Sasha Brown. Drabblecast Patreon Cover art by Tristan Tolhurst That Bloody Frontier by Sasha Brown August 2, 1855 The bones of the railroad […]…
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The Drabblecast Weird Wild West continues, with “The Alamo” by Cedrick May. Cover art by Tristan Tolhurst The Alamo by Cedrick May The wounded man raised his hand to point, and Sam watched as blood dribbled like raindrops from the end of his finger. “Water, boy… gimme’ some of that […]By Norm Sherman
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Episode 5 - Passing the CAOC Presidential Gavel (feat. Kathryn Stebner and Greg Rizio)
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On this episode of Just Us for Justice Podcast, host J.G. Preston invites on CAOC President-Elect Kathryn Stebner (beginning at CAOC Convention 2023) and current President Greg Rizio to talk about Stebner's upcoming term, her background, and what to expect while she holds the position. Be sure to witness her ceremony Saturday night at Convention! C…
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The Drabblecast Weird West event continues, with “Rusty Sue” by Arthur H. Manners. Cover art by Tristan Tolhurst Rusty Sue by Arthur H. Manners The last townsfolk bolted in the night, fleeing for their lives. Gen and I had watched the evacuation all day from the overlook, though I’d ordered us abed earlier. […]…
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Episode 4 - CAOC’s Newest Additions, Convention Talk, and Event Discussions (feat. Katie Pebler and Caroline Andrews)
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On this episode of Just Us for Justice Podcast, host J.G. Preston invites on CAOC's newest additions to our staffing Program and Events Manager Katie Pebler and Senior Development Manager Caroline Andrews to introduce themselves while also delving into upcoming events, Convention and more! Be sure to tune in and then register for our November Conve…
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The Drabblecast kicks off the Weird West event, with Avra Margariti’s story “Headhunting” and 100 word Drabble Quickdraw Contest winner “Taming the Larvalands” by Matt Blairstone. Enjoy! Cover art by Tristan Tolhurst Headhunting by Avra Margariti The tinfoil sun scorched the desert road as a figure rode on horseback, carrying a disembodied head by …
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As the summer winds down and things cool down, the Drabblecast brings you a story that will give you chills! We present, “Cool Air” by H.P. Lovecraft. Cover art by Catriel Tallarico Cool Air by H.P. Lovecraft You ask me to explain why I am afraid of a draught of cool air; why I shiver […]By Norm Sherman
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Episode 3 - Empowering Legal Excellence (feat. Assal Badrkhani and Rose Gutierrez)
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On this episode of Just Us for Justice Podcast, host J.G. Preston invites on Senior Paralegal Assal Badrkhani of Arias Sanguinetti and Litigation Manager Rose Gutierrez of Law Offices of Michels & Lew to talk about their upcoming Legal Staff Sessions at our CAOC Convention 2023 titled Empowering Legal Excellence: Sessions for Staff Success. Be sure…
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Episode 2 - Expert Witness Standards - Kline v. Zimmer (feat. Saveena Takhar and Ben Siminou)
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On this episode of Just Us for Justice Podcast, host J.G. Preston invites on CAOC Senior Legislative Counsel Saveena Takhar and Ben Siminou of Singleton Schreiber to cover the importance of SB652 - an important bill that corrects a recent, errant court decision that threatened to upend the credibility of expert witness testimony. You can read CAOC'…
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Mountain climbing might be more treacherous than you think. This week on the Drabblecast, we bring you Jason Sanford’s “The Eight-Thousanders.” Cover art by Bo Kaier The Eight-Thousanders by Jason Sanford He spoke once, the words whispered by frozen lips on a face so frostbitten he looked like a porcelain doll. I found him below […]…
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Episode 1 - Legislative Preview (feat. Jacquie Serna)
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On our first episode of Just Us for Justice Podcast, host J.G. Preston brings on CAOC Deputy Legislative Director Jacquie Serna to discuss the upcoming legislative session which reconvenes on August 14 and what bills CAOC is backing.By cwhicks
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Norm talks birds on this week’s episode, before presenting Drabblecast’s production of “The Pigeon” by Michelle Knudsen. Enjoy! Cover art by Bo Kaier The Pigeon by Michelle Knudsen The pigeon stood on the concrete ledge outside the library, bobbing its head at passerby and very clearly saying the words “egg salad.” Robert froze on […]…
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A flash-fiction podcast where a handful of writers create an original story with a limited wordcount in a limited amount of time. In this episode we write sequels to each other's stories from previous episodes. The stories are: 'I Love You With All of my Cephalothorax' by Amelia Armande, a sequel to 'My Proventriculus Overflows with Love' by Tom Mc…
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A merry hanging and a game of jacks, this week on the Drabblecast! Cover art by Bo KaierBy Norm Sherman
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A flash-fiction podcast where a handful of writers create an original story with a limited wordcount in a limited amount of time. In this episode we pop a marble in the cultural run by homaging each other's homages. The stories are: 'The Crab King' by Amelia Armande, an homage to 'Crabalocker' by Paul Davies. 'Happiness is Just A Warpway Away' by J…
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