Best Grant Brees Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 26: The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner, Part Two 1:12:30

4M ago1:12:30

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On this episode, we finish up the tragic story of Bree Larson Tanner. We also talk about Steph's apparent interest in Buffy and Fred's stinky sphere. Tangents include: tiktok, JoJo "Sawa" (Siwa), smells, Michael Scott quotes, and some great FMKs. Join us next time as we crack open The Official Illustrated Guide and read pages 66-184 (vampire lore).…

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Episode 25: The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner, Part One 1:00:11

5M ago1:00:11

1:00:11

On this episode, we read the first half of The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner: An Eclipse Novella (in the standard paperback, that's pages 1-89). Bree was a newborn vampire from Eclipse that Stephenie Meyer just couldn't get out of her head. We like her, too! We talk cave romance, Steph's stereotypes, "the dregs" of society, and more. Join us nex…

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Episode 24: Twilight Saga Favs and Reflections 1:30:48

6M ago1:30:48

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We did it! We made it through all four books and all five movies of the Twilight Saga. On this episode, we reflect on our coverage of the series, and cover important Twilight topics, such as: Favorite purchases/collectibles Favorite characters Hottest characters Favorite quotes Best and worst wigs (mostly worst) Favorite soundtrack songs Memorable …

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Episode 23: The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part Two (2012) 1:13:35

7M ago1:13:35

1:13:35

We finally made it to Breaking Dawn Part Two! We discuss the differences between the book and the movie, the fun casting choices, the iconic Ar[l]o laugh, the famous big shock, and the yearbook montage. Heads. Will. Roll. Big thanks to everyone who joined the watch-along! We'll share more about that on our next episode, but until then, special shou…

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Episode 22: Breaking Dawn, Chapters 33 - End 1:37:32

7M ago1:37:32

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On this episode, we finish Breaking Dawn (the book). Bella learns to use her shield, she meets J Jenks, a battle doesn't happen, everyone lives happily ever after, and Stephenie Meyer thanks Muse profusely. What a journey it's been! Thanks for the fun questions - we always appreciate those. Join us next time as we cover Breaking Dawn Part 2 (the mo…

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Episode 21: Breaking Dawn, Chapters 26-32 1:22:11

7M ago1:22:11

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On this episode, we cover chapters 26 through 32 of Breaking Dawn. We meet some more vampires, Bella learns how to use her shield, and Asper and Jasper peace the hell out. Also, Charlie talks about his amazing, hilarious Twilight-themed Christmas gift from Caitlin. Join us next time as we finish the last few chapters Breaking Dawn, and be sure to f…

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Episode 20: Breaking Dawn, Chapters 19-25 1:35:07

8M ago1:35:07

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On this episode, we cover chapters 19 through 25 of (rolled R incoming) Brrrrreaking Dawn. We're back in Bella's perspective, and we're learning how to be a controlled vampire, getting to know Baby Nessie, and enjoying marital privileges, so to speak. We also talk about Charlie's engagement, our Twilight Christmas gifts (and other Christmas gifts),…

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Episode 19: The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part One (2011) 1:38:01

9M ago1:38:01

1:38:01

On this episode, we cover Breaking Dawn Part One. We talk about headboards, pack mind, monster fetus, blood slurpees, and more! Also, Mary recounts her meet and greet with Jamie Campbell Bower. Spoiler alert: he imprinted on her. Next time, we'll be covering chapters 19-25 of Breaking Dawn. Join us! And check us out on instagram: @skinofakillerpodc…

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Episode 18: Breaking Dawn, Chapters 8-18 1:27:20

9M ago1:27:20

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On this episode, we cover chapters 8 through 18 of Breaking Dawn, which are told from Jacob's perspective. We cover a LOT of ground, including: Jacob's big stand against Sam, dedicated allegiance from the Clearwater kids, Bella's monstrous pregnancy, a broken Edward, a smug Rosalie, LOTS of werewolf brooding, and a twist no one saw coming. Join us …

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Episode 17: Breaking Dawn, Chapters 1-7 1:28:38

10M ago1:28:38

1:28:38

In this episode, we read chapters 1-7 of Breaking Dawn, the fourth and final book in the original Twilight saga. A lot happens in the first part of the book: a new car, a bachelor party, baby dreams, THE wedding, a terse reception, a steamy honeymoon (goodbye, Edge-ward Cullen), various broken bed frames, some casual racism, some casual Mormon ideo…

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Episode 16: The Twilight Saga: Eclipse (2010) 1:18:24

10M ago1:18:24

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On this episode, we cover the Eclipse movie. We talk BATTLE SHCARS, Chadley (Riley), the Victoria recast, and the infamous Renee whale tail, among other moments and adaptations. Caitlin brings Twilight Thrift Corner back with a holy grail item, and Mary and Charlie once again go head to head in their assessment of the movies. Join us next time as w…

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Episode 15: Eclipse, Chapters 23 - Epilogue 1:20:55

11M ago1:20:55

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In this episode, we round out the Eclipse (EEEEEclipse) book. Edward and Victoria have their showdown (alongside Seth and Riley), the other vamps and the werewolves battle the newborns, and Bella contributes by squeezing a rock. Also Leah messes everything up, Jacob gets his bone(r)s smashed, and wedding planning is well under way. Thank you for th…

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Episode 14: Eclipse, Chapters 17-22 1:14:46

12M ago1:14:46

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In this episode, we review chapters 17-22 of Eclipse (EEEEEclipse). The vampires and werewolves train together to fight the newborns, the crew devises a strategy for the coming battle, Edward and Bella spend a weekend alone together (oh my), Edward went to Jared (for a fugly ring), Alice is promised wedding planning powers, Bella is c-c-c-c-cold, a…

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Episode 13: Eclipse, Chapters 8-16 1:45:02

12M ago1:45:02

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In this episode, we read chapters 8-16 of Eclipse. Caitlin tries out some scripted jokes, and they land SO well! Newborns are on the loose in Seattle, Bella learns some Quileute lore, Jasper explains his past, Jacob assaults Bella, and the gang has a graduation rave. We think about a recast, we do some FMKs, and we look at Twilight Barbies on eBay.…

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Episode 12: Eclipse, Chapters 1-8 1:26:41

1y ago1:26:41

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In this episode, we read chapters 1-8 of Eclipse, the third book in the Twilight saga. Bella and Edward visit Renee in Florida, Victoria is back on the hunt, Bella bucks against Edward's wishes to see Jacob, we learn about imprinting, and typically-icy Rosalie has a heart-to-heart with Bella about her vampire origin. As for us hosts, Charlie (our C…

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Episode 11: The Twilight Saga: New Moon (2009) 1:35:36

1y ago1:35:36

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On this episode, we cover the movie version of New Moon. It's iconic for many reasons, but specifically for, "Bella, where the hell have you been, loca?" Charlie and Mary take sides, and Caitlin acts as their mediator. One thing we can all agree on: Taylor Lautner is a treasure. Join us next time as we begin Eclipse; we'll read the preface through …

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Episode 10: New Moon, Chapters 19 - Epilogue 1:22:29

1y ago1:22:29

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We finish up New Moon with some high action: grand theft auto, flights to Europe, a race against the clock, powerful vampires, emotional conversations, and, scariest of all, getting grounded by dad. We cover these chapters with our usual grace* and accuracy**. Join us next time as we cover the New Moon (the movie version from 2009). *crass humor **…

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Episode 9: New Moon, Chapters 13-18 1:17:45

1y ago1:17:45

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The wolf action ramps up in chapters 13-18! Bella enages in one of her mosat reckless acts to date, and she doesn't realize just how close she is to true danger. She gets a welcome and overwhelming surprise, only to be followed by earth-shattering news. Join us next time as we finish up the New Moon book.…

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Episode 8: New Moon, Chapters 7-12 1:28:02

1y ago1:28:02

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Bella gets intentionally reckless in these chapters. Her situationship with Jacob gets complicated, she does anything she can to hear Edward's voice, and good ol' Incel Mike makes another attempt to woo her. She also sees a vampire from her past, but not the one she so desperately wants. Join us next time for chapters 13-18.…

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Episode 7: New Moon, Chapters 1-6 1:26:12

1y ago1:26:12

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New Moon, same Bella! On this episode, we begin book two of the Twilight saga: New Moon. Something unthinkable turns Bella's world upside down, and her loved ones attempt to deal with the fallout. We have fun with the material, even if it features a very morose Bella. Join us next time for chapters 7-12.…

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Episode 6: Twilight (2008) 1:24:26

1+ y ago1:24:26

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After finishing the first book, we took at look at the first movie! Do you remember how you felt at seeing Bella and Edward on screen for the first time? We discuss differences between the book and the movie, talk a bit about production and trivia, and chat about where both the book and the movie will go in New Moon. On the next episode, we'll cove…

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Episode 5: Twilight, Chapters 19-Epilogue 1:15:02

1+ y ago1:15:02

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On this episode, we finish up Twilight, the first book in the saga! We follow a distraught and disoriented Bella to Phoenix, where our final battle takes place. We also get a sweet prom scene, and a hint at what's to come in New Moon. On our next episode, we'll be reviewing the Twilight movie from 2008, so give it a watch (or a re-watch), and join …

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Episode 4: Twilight, Chapters 13-18 1:28:01

1+ y ago1:28:01

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We've finally got some real tension and danger in this part of the book! Bella and Edward get steamy, we meet the Cullen family, we learn more about vampire lore, and, famously, we play vampire baseball. For those of you who haven't heard, there's a Twilight television series coming. We speculate what that might look like, and, as always, we devolv…

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Episode 3: Twilight, Chapters 7-12 1:19:45

1+ y ago1:19:45

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Things are heating up between Bella and Edward! Biology class is steamy, Edward intervenes when Bella is in danger, and the two finally open up - both about the reality of their situation, and about their feelings for one another. This is an extra goofy episode full of quality* impressions, misnomers (oopsie), plenty of ragging on each other, and l…

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Episode 2: Twilight, Chapters 1-6 1:34:10

1+ y ago1:34:10

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Charlie gives a great summary of chapters 1-6. We critique book-Bella, show love for Forks, look at some potential plaigiarism, and make predictions about what'll happen next. Mary and Caitlin are still team Edward at this point, and Charlie is team Jacob. Where does your allegiance lie? Read along with us! We're covering chapters 7-12 on the next …

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Episode 1: Reflecting on the Twilight Franchise and Preparing for Book 1 42:31

1+ y ago42:31

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On our inaugural episode, we reflect on the Twilight franchise: what it meant to us upon release, what it means to us now, and the cultural impact it made. We talk about our expectations for the re-read and re-watch, and we predict Charlie's team allegiance. Read along with us! We'll be covering chapters 1-6 of Twilight on the next episode.…

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The Return Of The Random All Cajun Happy Hour Special 1:09:11

4y ago1:09:11

1:09:11

Until we're allowed back into bars in New Orleans and until people feel comfortable coming down and sitting around having a cocktail with random strangers, we're revisiting some our best shows from the past decade. Today Happy Hour Digital Producer, Andrew "C-Rock" Cirac has picked this episode, so here's the Return of the Random All Cajun Happy Ho…

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Katrina Brees Meets Tank and The Bangas 1:05:58

4+ y ago1:05:58

1:05:58

In the Happy Hour annals of "random people who have nothing in common," the day artist Katrina Brees meets Tank and the Bangas stands out to Happy Hour Live Feed Video Director Asher Griffith as the Best Of Happy Hour. Where's Karina? If you ever wondered what happened to Karina Nathan she’s now Kevin Simons. And Karen Regis. And Krystal Sedona. An…

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Humidor Saves The World Again 1:01:36

4+ y ago1:01:36

1:01:36

Still barred from hanging out in bars in New Orleans, in the interests of public health, we continue to revisit standout shows from years gone by. This show, in which Humidor Saves The World Again, is the first Happy Hour after the election of Donald J Trump in 2016. Even then we knew things were going to go to Hell. If only podcasting was as popul…

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Poboys, Drag Queens, and Cowboy Mouth Are Back 1:05:22

4+ y ago1:05:22

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There's nothing more totally "New Orleans" than poboys, drag queens, and Cowboy Mouth. That's why, till we can go back in bars and hang out, Happy Hour photographer Jill Lafleur picks this show as her favorite from the past few years to revisit. Drag Queens Poppy Tooker is New Orleans first lady of food. From her weekly TV appearances on Steppin’ O…

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The Return of Clit Sit Meditation 1:12:12

4+ y ago1:12:12

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In the annals of “You never know what the hell is going to come up in conversation,” this Happy Hour would have to rank at the top of the list. That's why, till we can go back into bars in new Orleans, Happy Hour producer Graham da Ponte has chosen this as her favorite show of the past 5 years - yes, it's the return of Clit Sit Meditation. Aidi Kan…

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Love Hog Warm Showers 1:00:54

4+ y ago1:00:54

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After making Happy Hour for nearly 10 years and meeting with random folks in various bars around New Orleans, this is the very first show where we just turn on the mics, put the Zoom link out on the internet and sit back and see who shows up. Predictably, we get a bunch of people trying to hack the show down and hijack us with a bunch of porn, but …

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Thai Trombone 1:07:05

4+ y ago1:07:05

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Matt Haines went to school to learn to become a classical trombone player with visions of playing trombone in an orchestra. But plans change. Initially Matt started teaching people to play in marching bands, which lead him to Thailand, not necessarily known for its place on the brass band pantheon, and then to new Orleans, the home of the hippest t…

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Mr. Tadpole Meets the Psychedelic Judge 1:00:46

4+ y ago1:00:46

1:00:46

Isaac Toups is one of the most talented and celebrated chefs in New Orleans. Isaac was a finalist on the TV show Top Chef and he’s currently a finalist for the prestigious James Beard Award for Best Chef South, which is the food equivalent of the Oscars. But before all that, Isaac was a winner of the Tadpole competition in his native Rayne, Louisia…

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Batsh*t Crazy and Completely Unlovable 1:09:24

4+ y ago1:09:24

1:09:24

When you’re in a relationship, sex changes over time. Sometimes it goes from being good to being great. Other times, the fabulous person you fell in love with appears to change completely and turns into a person who is batsh*t crazy and completely unlovable. We’re summarizing here, but this is pretty much how Andrew Duhon describes the possibility …

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You have No Idea How Easy It Is To Be A best Selling Author 1:07:27

4+ y ago1:07:27

1:07:27

Seriously, you have no idea how easy it is to be a best selling author. When you see a book on the best seller list of Amazon, don’t you assume that it must be selling hundreds of thousands? Try 800. Not 800,000, just 800. That’s what both the authors on this Happy Hour tell us. Dr Chris Yandle gets up around 6AM. By around 7AM he’s jotting down a …

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Live From Petco 1:17:57

4+ y ago1:17:57

1:17:57

Music is apparently non-essential. So New Orleans musicians have no place to play. Some are doing live streaming from their homes, but others – like drummers and sax players – don’t have the kind of live streaming ability that, say, a singer-songwriter has. And then there’s this interesting factoid – Petco is regarded as essential and is still open…

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One Man's Dystopia is Another Man's Utopia 1:12:10

4+ y ago1:12:10

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If you’re trapped at home hating watching the world come to an end, remember the wise words of Sergio from the band Rodo: One person’s dystopia is another person’s utopia. Sergio and Rodo (the person) play a couple of songs that illustrate this dichotomy, as well as pulling together another pair of polar concepts, ballads and hip hop, into their un…

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Covideo 1:10:46

4+ y ago1:10:46

1:10:46

In our second Happy Hour by Zoom we manage to take advantage of not being able to hang out in a bar and instead talk to people all across the country in a new concept we’re calling Covideo. Yes, that’s in questionable taste, but after all it is Happy Hour. Mike Rubin is stuck in his second week of isolation in San Francisco. When times are normal M…

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It's New Orleans Coronavirus -- Part 2 1:10:26

4+ y ago1:10:26

1:10:26

When we started making podcasts in New Orleans 10 years ago, we encountered a lot of skeptical questions, among them “What happens when you run out of good guests, in 6 weeks?” and “What’s a podcast?” One of the questions we didn’t hear was, “What happens if every bar and restaurant in the city shuts down?” That sure would have been funny, but it’s…

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New Orleans Corona Virus: Part 1 1:04:12

4+ y ago1:04:12

1:04:12

So today it's New Orleans Corona Virus: Part 1 - the first day of the New Orleans shut down. Even the It's New Orleans Happy Hour podcast is caught up in the global pandemic, though so far all that's happened to us is we have to move off the stage of the Maple Leaf Bar to make room for Dave Jordan and Flow Tribe after they relocated here when the o…

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Chapter 37 - Life and Limb 39:48

4+ y ago39:48

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Anthel decides to forgo rest in order to solve his problem. After a quick implant, he's able to function once again. However, before he can buy new gear, he faces a dragon... Website Chat with us on Reddit Follow on Twitter Previews on Instagram Get Chapters early by supporting Cauldron Juice on Patreon! Special Guest: Jared Rider (Anthel). Support…

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Chapter 36 - Memories 32:43

4+ y ago32:43

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Aziza searches for comfort within the Maple City. However, before she can get much done, she is attacked. This brings back certain memories... Website Chat with us on Reddit Follow on Twitter Previews on Instagram Get Chapters early by supporting Cauldron Juice on Patreon! Special Guest: Mars (Aziza). Support Cauldron Juice…

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I Want to get my Security Deposit Back 1:03:41

4+ y ago1:03:41

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If you've ever rented an apartment, when you've gone to move out, you've almost certainly told the landlord "I want to get my security deposit back." What happens after that is the great unknown. Most often you've probably just given up arguing with the landlord and let the guy keep your money. Because that's what a huge number of us do, there is a…

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Chapter 35 - Amputation 1:10:35

4+ y ago1:10:35

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The party travels from the beach to the Maple City. Rose, Westley, and Ewin help them to meet the leader of the rebellion. Then, the party deliberates on what to do next after finding out some important information. Afterwards, Anthel's problem is taken care of... for now. Website Reddit Twitter Instagram Get Chapters early by supporting Cauldron J…

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Mardi Gras Death - The Day After 1:03:30

4+ y ago1:03:30

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Mardi Gras and Day of the Dead are two very different holidays. But in 2020 Mardi Gras Death is a real thing. It's Ash Wednesday 2020, the day after the deadliest Mardi Gras, possibly of all time. Julie Couret is a witness to what happened. As a regular TV commentator camera crews sought Julie out right after the event and today, with the benefit o…

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Chapter 34 - Baron Quinn's Purchase 17:42

4+ y ago17:42

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The Earl of Rookglen, Baron Quinn, takes his devoted servant to see his new project... and clean up afterwards. Then, Quinn denies a previous request. Website Reddit Twitter Instagram Get Chapters early by supporting Cauldron Juice on Patreon! Special Guest: Ryan (Baron Thaddius Quinn). Support Cauldron Juice…

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