Best Drusilla Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 34 - Mr. Pointy, Drusilla Whale Songs, and Acidophilus (Becoming Parts 1 and 2) 47:56

4h ago47:56

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We took a different approach by watching the Season 2 Buffy finale together and recording our discussion in real time. Melanie performs some excellent fight scene analysis and Sean points out a fishy connection between this episode and the previous episode, "Go Fish". There's double the amount of unique/bad accents with Angel flashbacks and Kendra'…

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Episode 125: Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) 1:10:42

6h ago1:10:42

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Drusilla and Josh honor the late, great Donald Sutherland in The Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978). From wiki: “Invasion of the Body Snatchers is a 1978 American science-fiction horror film[1] directed by Philip Kaufman, and starring Donald Sutherland, Brooke Adams, Veronica Cartwright, Jeff Goldblum, and Leonard Nimoy. Released on December 22,…

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Clear Compassionate Communication 45:51

4h ago45:51

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The week we're talking about the importance of clear and compassionate communication. Join us as we discuss the importance of self-compassion, being aware of one's own needs and emotions, the challenges of speaking one's truth while considering the feelings of others, the benefits of being present in the moment, and the idea of letting go of the ne…

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Episode 33 - Fish, Ferrules, and Conchata Ferrell (Go Fish) 48:33

2d ago48:33

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Sean and Melanie open this episode by talking about how they both live close to the beach, but rarely go there. They also touch on going to the beach as kids and their experiences playing competitive sports in school. Swimming through the plot of the Buffy episode "Go Fish", Melanie and Sean point out the plethora of guest starts in this episode. M…

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Episode 124: Vampyr (1932) 1:06:16

3d ago1:06:16

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This week Josh and Dru discuss the Carl Theodor Dryer classic, Vampyr. From wiki: “Vampyr (German: Vampyr – Der Traum des Allan Gray, lit. 'Vampyr: The Dream of Allan Gray') is a 1932 gothic horror film directed by Danish director Carl Theodor Dreyer. The film was written by Dreyer and Christen Jul based on elements from J. Sheridan Le Fanu's 1872 …

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The Abundance Chronicles Part 5: Acceptance 45:11

6d ago45:11

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Welcome to our latest podcast episode, where we dive deep into the concept of acceptance and discuss what acceptance has to do with abundance. In this enlightening discussion, we explore what acceptance truly means and what it does not, clearing up common misconceptions and providing practical insights. In this episode you will: 🍋 Discover how acce…

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Season 3 Episode 1: "Anne" 1:11:18

7d ago1:11:18

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Buffy spent the Summer living in Los Angeles as a waitress while the rest of the gang attempts to patrol. When an old acquaintance asks Buffy for help, she must admit to herself and act as The Slayer. Carra and Clover talk weapons and time portals! "Anne" was written and directed by Joss Whedon. Intro Music: Halloween by soulprodmusic Transition Mu…

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Episode 32 - Stop Child Labor at Sunnydale High! (I Only Have Eyes for You) 34:56

9d ago34:56

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Melanie and Sean take on ghosts and spookiness in entertainment, including the movies Ghost and Poltergeist (still slightly scarred by that movie.) They also touch on the OG Ghostbusters, Paranormal Activity and the Blair Witch Project and discuss the concept of a Sadie Hawkins dance and how "promposals" have gotten outrageous. In our haunted conve…

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Episode 123: Crimes of the Future (2022) (w/special guest Kayte Terry) 1:10:19

10d ago1:10:19

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Josh and Drusilla are joined by a very special guest, Kayte Terry (@kayteterry) of the Tender Subject podcast. They discuss Philadelphia, cannibal films, Raw, Texas Chain Saw Massacre, Ravenous, Dead Wood, Parents, Cannibal Holocaust, Blood Feast, Sorcerer, The Thief, the Cook, His Wife, and His Lover, Duel, The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant, Unde…

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The Abundance Chronicles Part4: Gratitude & Acceptance Masterclass 46:52

16d ago46:52

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In this episode, we continue our abundance conversation with four of our lemonetttes, Amanda, Melissa, Morgan & Penny. This week we explore how to manifest your heart's desires while cultivating an attitude of gratitude and acceptance. Melissa shares the transformative power of appreciating current blessings, highlighting how a gratitude practice c…

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Episode 122: I Saw the Devil (2010) 1:07:48

17d ago1:07:48

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This week, Josh and Drusilla discuss the 2010 South Korean film, I Saw the Devil. But also, mental health, Little Darlings, Hit Man, In a Violent Nature, perfect screenplays, Clueless, the Kids in the Hall, and more! From wiki: “I Saw the Devil (Korean: 악마를 보았다) is a 2010 South Korean action-thriller film directed by Kim Jee-woon and written by Par…

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Slayin' It! with Juliet Landau 0:23

24d ago0:23

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SLAYIN' IT! is the first-of-its kind BUFFY rewatch podcast with a cast member as your guide! Join Juliet Landau (Drusilla) along with her scoobies Christopher Feinstein and Frank Bonacci, as they dive into each episode with nostalgia, love, laughter, fresh insights, personal behind-the-scenes stories, cast & crew interviews. This ultimate podcast t…

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The Abundance Chronicles 3: Manifesting & Law of Attraction 49:14

24d ago49:14

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In this episode, we delve deep into the concept of manifesting and the Law of Attraction Join us as we explore the idea that thoughts become things, and discover how aligning your words and thoughts with your intentions can bring your desires to life. Our discussion also covers the fascinating concept of vibrational frequency... and its relevance t…

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Episode 31 - Fly Kids and Eye Stalks (Killed by Death) 42:31

23d ago42:31

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Melanie and Sean remember the times that they've been hospitalized, including how a back massager recently sent Melanie to the ER and a waterslide led to a concussion. Sean recounts his ambulance ride after an unfortunate bowling injury and a potential anesthesia overdose as a child. While diagnosing the Buffy episode "Killed by Death", Sean provid…

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Episode 121: Oculus (2013) 1:18:01

24d ago1:18:01

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Drusilla and Josh discuss all things Mike Flanagan but specifically Oculus (2013). Plus! Josh goes to a dog party! Drusilla goes antiquing. Plus Four Flies on Grey Velvet, The Crawlers, the hottie announcer at New Beverly, Welcome to the Dollhouse, Ghost World, Porky’s, Furiosa, and more! From wiki: “Oculus is a 2013 American supernatural psycholog…

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The Abundance Chronicles Part 2: Overcoming Lack & Limitation 49:15

1M ago49:15

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In this episode of "5 Lemons Laughing," we're diving into the hot topic of "overcoming lack and limitation." We each bring our own unique perspectives and personal stories, exploring how feelings of scarcity and limitation have impacted our lives and how we've managed to rise above them. The discussion kicks off with reflections from childhood expe…

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Episode 30 - Brown Plaid Pants and Couches (Passion) 37:47

28d ago37:47

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Melanie and Sean open this episode by discussing stalking, their experience with it, and portrayal of stalking in movies and TV (remember Fatal Attraction and Single White Female?) After a brief tangent regarding the unusual late 90s soap opera "Passions" they focus on the Buffy episode "Passion". Melanie points out how hypocritical Joyce is being …

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Episode 120: The House the Screamed (1969) 1:00:28

1M ago1:00:28

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This week, Drusilla and Josh discuss the incredible Franco-era Spanish film, The House That Screamed aka La residencia. From wiki: “The House That Screamed (Spanish: La residencia, lit. The Residence), also released as The Finishing School,[5] is a 1969 Spanish slasher film written and directed by Narciso Ibáñez Serrador, and starring Lilli Palmer,…

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Bonus Episode - Scooby Snacks - Animal Cracker Edition 3:04

1M ago3:04

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In the second episode of our snack tasting series (named Scooby Snacks!) we try Animal Crackers. Inspired by Oz and Willow's conversation at the end of the Buffy episode "What's My Line Part 2", we try the classic animal cracker and frosted ones! There's also a video version of us doing this tasting on Youtube!…

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The Abundance Chronicles Part 1: Prosperity By Way of Abundance 50:11

1M ago50:11

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Join us for a dynamic and interactive discussion on abundance and prosperity. In this episode, we share our personal experiences with abundance, explore our perceptions of money, and reveal how we cultivate a mindset of prosperity. The conversation delves into the importance of releasing attachment to money and embracing trust in the natural flow o…

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BONUS EPISODE: Spike and Drusilla 1:14:18

1M ago1:14:18

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Clover and Carra talk about the romance and life Spike and Drusilla! Our timeline encompasses the start of William Pratt's life, Drusilla's sire, and their time together as an immortal couple. This episode covers every Drusilla centered episode in both Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel, and we discuss some appearances in other BTVS-related media! …

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Episode 29 - Enough with the Hecate! (Bewitched, Bothered, and Bewildered) 44:37

1M ago44:37

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Sean and Melanie share their views on Valentine's Day as well as some memorable Valentine's day experiences .Hear when Sean got friend-zoned on Valentine's Day and when a flower delivery put Melanie in an awkward situation! While Cupid's arrows fly, Melanie and Sean discuss the Buffy episode "Bewitched, Bothered, and Bewildered." There's slow motio…

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Episode 119: Mother! (2017) (w/special guest DeVaughn Taylor) 1:10:10

1M ago1:10:10

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Happy Memorial Day! This week the hosts Joshua Conkel and Drusilla Adeline are joined by filmmaker and host of Specter Cinema Club, DeVaughn Taylor! They discuss the Darren Aronofsky joint, Mother! (2017). They also discuss all things Mad Max, Memorial Day, ranking John Waters films, Peter Greenaway’s The Falls, This is Me Now, Fade to Black (1980)…

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Tuning In: Developing Intuition & Trusting Your Inner Voice 55:01

2M ago55:01

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In this enlightening episode, we dive deep into the world of intuition and explore how mindfulness and self-care practices can help us tune into our inner guidance. Join us as we share personal experiences and strategies for developing our intuition. We discuss how fear and judgment can often block us from accessing our intuition, and we offer prac…

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Episode 28 - Noisy Husbands and a Box of Pirate Manacles (Phases) 48:28

1M ago48:28

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Sean and Melanie dig into this episode, dealing with werewolves, by discussing their past and present pet dogs! Melanie shares her husband's future plans for having a pack of dogs and Sean reveals the one thing that Melanie's dogs do with him that they don't do with her. Unleashing their thoughts regarding the Buffy episode "Phases", Melanie is ena…

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Episode 118: Images (1972) 1:12:09

2M ago1:12:09

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This week the hosts Joshua Conkel and Drusilla Adeline discuss doppelgängers with Robert Altman’s Images. From wiki: “Images is a 1972 psychological horror film directed and co-written by Robert Altman and starring Susannah York, René Auberjonois and Marcel Bozzuffi. The picture follows an unstable children's author who finds herself engulfed in ap…

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Who Am I Now? 47:57

2M ago47:57

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In this week's episode of Five Lemons Laughing, we delve into the profound topic of motherhood, identity, and transitions. The episode is filled with authentic, vulnerable storytelling, covering everything from the emptiness felt after children leave home, to one participant's struggle with postpartum depression, to the identity shifts of single pa…

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Episode 27 - Check Out That Sexy Linoleum! (Innocence) 39:57

2M ago39:57

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Melanie and Sean look back at the first half of Season 2 - comparing it to the first season, and how the show has progressed. While discussion the newer characters in this season, they go off on a brief tangent to discuss Danny Strong (who plays Jonathan) and his current screenwriting career and accolades, including several Emmys! Navigating the af…

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Episode 117: The Virgin Spring 1:09:45

2M ago1:09:45

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Drusilla discuss Ingmar Bergman’s 1960 classic, The Virgin Spring. From wiki: “The Virgin Spring (Swedish: Jungfrukällan) is a 1960 Swedish film directed by Ingmar Bergman. Set in medieval Sweden, it is a tale about a father's merciless response to the rape and murder of his young daughter. The story was adapted by screenwriter Ulla Isaksson from a…

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Bonus Episode - We Interviewed a Buffy Background Actor! 48:02

2M ago48:02

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In their first full video episode, Sean and Melanie interviewed Georgia (@scrapthecatwalk) who was a background actor in the first few episodes of Buffy! Hear what it was like walking down the halls of Sunnydale High, dancing at the Bronze, and having lunch with James Marsters. Georgia also made one of the prizes that will be given away in the Dior…

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What My Mother Taught Me 57:24

2M ago57:24

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In honor of Mother's Day, this week we're delving deep into the myriad ways our mothers have shaped our lives. 🌸 We learned that one of the top indicators of whether a child will grow up to thrive & flourish is the quality of his or her mother's happiness. With this new insight, we discuss what our childhood homes were like, and how that has inform…

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Episode 116: Inside (2007) 1:00:52

2M ago1:00:52

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This week, Drusilla and Josh dive into their first French extremist film on the pod, 2007’s Inside aka À l'intérieur. From wiki: Inside (French: À l'intérieur) is a 2007 French slasher film directed by Julien Maury and Alexandre Bustillo in their directorial debut, written by Bustillo, and starring Béatrice Dalle and Alysson Paradis. The plot focus…

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Peeling Life's Lemons 38:58

2M ago38:58

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This week, we're talking about personal growth, decision-making, and finding one's purpose in life. Penny opens up to us about her dreams and desires, and we spend the episode peeling back the layers to discover what's holding her back from stepping fully into that life. Through our conversation we uncover the importance of self-reflection, and how…

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Episode 26 - It's a Judge in a Box - A Very Wet Episode! (Surprise) 38:05

2M ago38:05

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Sean and Melanie open this episode discussing their experiences with surprise parties - how difficult it is to keep them secret and when each of them have been surprised in the past. Sean recounts the interesting theme for his 30th birthday party and Melanie describes what she did to make her 40th birthday party unique (hint - it involves a bounce …

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Episode 115: Spirits of the Dead (1968) (w/special guest Matt Landsman) 1:20:40

2M ago1:20:40

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This week, Josh and Drusilla are joined by a very special guest: Matt Landsman, manager of the newly re-opened Vista’s Video Archives Club and Programmer at Be Kind Video. The episode is focused on 1968’s Spirits of the Dead. From wiki: “Spirits of the Dead (French: Histoires extraordinaires, lit. 'Extraordinary Tales', Italian: Tre passi nel delir…

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Nine to Thrive: Life Beyond the Daily Grind 52:35

2M ago52:35

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This week's episode is all about self-care and work-life balance. We discuss the importance of identifying and managing emotions, particularly in the context of work-related stress, as well as the importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care. We each share about times when we've felt out of balance, and the spiritual practices that h…

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Episode 25 - Hang on to Your Ovipositor! (Bad Eggs) 49:20

2M ago49:20

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Sean and Melanie tackle a very controversial topic - eggs! They divulge their go-to egg orders, discuss eggs in cinema, and reveal their opinions on caviar. There's also conversation about sex-ed classes and hearing the dreaded phrase in school "Choose a partner" and the anxiety that follows. Eggsploring the details of the Buffy episode "Bad Eggs",…

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Episode 114: The Blood on Satan's Claw (1971) 1:11:55

3M ago1:11:55

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Josh and Drusilla discuss one of the big three of folk horror, 1971 Piers Haggard directed The Blood on Satan’s Claw. From wiki: “The Blood on Satan's Claw (or Blood on Satan's Claw) [a] is a 1971 British supernatural period folk horror film directed by Piers Haggard and starring Patrick Wymark, Linda Hayden, and Barry Andrews. Set in early 18th-ce…

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The Power Within: Nurturing Your Self-Esteem 47:27

3M ago47:27

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This week we're talking all about self esteem. Check out our latest episode, as we discuss how external influences can deeply impact our view of ourselves, for better or for worse. We talk about how self-esteem can shift as people age and their priorities change, and we share personal experiences and strategies for building self-esteem in a healthy…

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Episode 24 - Melanie and Sean Won't Stand for Your Malarkey! (Ted) 40:21

3M ago40:21

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Mark the date - Melanie stated "This episode's amazing!" Sean and Melanie begin this one by discussing their experiences with single parents dating, since they both are children of separated parents - hear how they dealt with meeting the significant others of each of their fathers. In the circuit of conversation surrounding the Buffy episode "Ted",…

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Episode 113: Ghostwatch (1992) 1:01:12

3M ago1:01:12

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This week, Josh and Dru watch the incredible British found footage film from 1992, Ghostwatch. From wiki: “Ghostwatch is a British mockumentary supernatural horror TV movie, first broadcast on BBC1 on Halloween night, 1992. Written by Stephen Volk, and directed by Lesley Manning, the drama was produced for the BBC anthology series Screen One by Ric…

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Flowing Not Forcing: Navigating Life's Path with Ease 44:56

3M ago44:56

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This week, we're exploring the topic of forcing & controlling in various aspects of life. As we all know by now, pushing oneself or others towards certain outcomes usually does not yield positive results, so why do we do it? As always, we offer personal stories of times we've tried to force things, as well as our own personal success stories in tra…

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Episode 23 - Kendry and Buffa: What's the Flum? (What's My Line Part 2) 47:27

3M ago47:27

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Inspired by Kendra's intriguing accent, Melanie and Sean discuss their experiences in Jamaica, the Caribbean and on cruises - favorite excursions, pier runners, and rum punch are some of the highlights. Reviewing the plot of the Buffy episode "What's My Line Part 2" Melanie schools Sean on the existence of the "raisin" color in cosmetics (which led…

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Episode 112: Baby Blood (1990) 57:32

3M ago57:32

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Today the ghouls discuss a new one for both; the 1990 French flick, Baby Blood. Josh loves it and Drusilla does not. From wiki: “Baby Blood (titled The Evil Within in the United States) is a French horror film directed and co-written by Alain Robak, and starring Emmanuelle Escourrou and Jean-François Galotte. The film is about a woman named Yanka w…

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Rewriting Our Stories 39:55

3M ago39:55

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This week's episode is a journey through the stories we tell ourselves that shape our identities & our experiences. We discuss how these stories can be limiting, and how we can actively choose to rewrite these narratives for a more empowered & joyful existence. We discuss the practical steps and mindset shifts necessary to let go of our outdated st…

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Episode 22 - Don't Warn the Tadpoles! (What's my Line Part 1) 45:17

3M ago45:17

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Melanie and Sean discuss their careers - what they wanted to be as kids, what jobs they've had, and where they are at now. The jobs they ended up with were very different than what they thought they'd be as kids! Analyzing the intricacies of the Buffy episode "What's my Line Part 1", Melanie poses the question of what career Buffy could have along …

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Episode 111: It Follows (2014) 1:19:36

3M ago1:19:36

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This week, Drusilla goes to Whammy Analog Video and gets rid of her Faces of Death tapes. Josh’s new house is cursed and the USPS has failed him. Mentioned: Faster Pussycat! Kill! Kill!, SLC Punk, Seed of Chucky, Querelle, The Dog House, Eye of the Cat, The Umbrellas of Cherbourg, Immaculate, Dune 2, Only Lovers Left Alive, Barbarian, Sole Survivor…

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Exploring the Many Meanings of Resurrection 45:03

3M ago45:03

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In honor of Holy Week & Easter this coming Sunday, in this episode we're talking about Resurrection. What does Resurrection mean, and does it apply to us individually? Or is that a concept reserved for Jesus? Ultimately, we come to realize that Resurrection is no different from awakening, or true forgiveness, or oneness. In this holographic world, …

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Season 2 Episode 22: "Becoming Pt 2" 1:10:37

3M ago1:10:37

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Carra and Clover wrap up season 2! The two discuss inter-dimensional travel in the Whedonverse and have a very critical discussion about Joyce! "Becoming Pt 2" was written and directed by Joss Whedon. Intro Music: Halloween by soulprodmusic Transition Music: Let the Music Unfold by Geoff Harvey Outro Music: Happy Party Halloween Party Dance for Kid…

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