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The Sofa King podcast is a twice-weekly show dedicated to influential people, popular culture, historical events, true crime and listener suggested topics the hosts find interesting. From conspiracy theories and technology to the mass media and the future, this show explores major issues in way that is simultaneously informative, critical, and humorous. The hosts have big ideas, big opinions, big mouths, and give their take on topics in a way that is both cynical and educational. Adult conte ...
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An irregular podcast looking at wargaming, from historical gaming such as Black Powder, Bolt Action and Chain of Command to Scifi and Fantasy with Warhammer 40k and Frostgrave.
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A podcast that reviews historical dramas, BL content, and pop culture, with a focus on captivating Asian Dramas. Unravel the past, dive into diverse stories, and navigate the dynamic landscape of pop culture.
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The Fantasy Writers’ Toolshed is a podcast for aspiring and experienced fantasy writers who want to master storytelling, creative writing, worldbuilding and character creation. Hosted by author Richie Billing, each episode features practical writing advice and tips, publishing guidance, and inspiring interviews with bestselling authors, editors, historians, psychologists and even an FBI Special Agent. Learn how to write, edit and market your stories with confidence. New episodes released mon ...
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Discussing fantasy baseball news, players, pickups, and strategies. Our goal is to help you 'Rise' in your fantasy standings
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In the tranquil heart of Nara, Taro stands as the reluctant guardian of Kasuga Shrine, a sacred home to the ethereal deer revered by his people. When General Kaito's ambition threatens to shatter the delicate balance of nature and unleash the catastrophic wrath of Kasuga Ryūjin, the formidable dragon spirit, Taro must confront his own fears and summon the strength to protect both his sanctuary and the one he loves, Emiko. As the lines between duty and destruction blur, Taro must grapple with ...
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Welcome to Just in Time Worldbuilding! I build fantasy worlds by drawing on real world history and knowledge. I share that random historical and sometimes science knowledge with you and I also suggest how you can use that knowledge in a fantasy context. This podcast is hosts audio only versions of my YouTube video channel. New episodes on Tuesday, re-upload of the old catalogue on Saturdays, until the episodes are caught up.
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Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, and Micah Richards discuss football's biggest stories. From last-minute winners to transfer sagas, fantasy football gems, and the drama behind the scenes. With strong opinions, brilliant chemistry, and decades of Premier League experience, The Rest Is Football serves up three episodes every week packed with insights, dressing-room stories, and proper laughs. Whether it’s VAR controversies, title races, European nights, or England’s hopes in international tournamen ...
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Books & Boba is a book club dedicated to books written by Asian and Asian American authors. We cover a wide range of genres including contemporary, historical fiction, sci-fi, fantasy, YA, nonfiction, thrillers, graphic novels, and memoirs.
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The Imagining the Past podcast series is brought to you by the Historical Novel Society Australasia. We feature authors appearing at our biennial conferences or have been recognised in our $150,000 ARA Historical Novel Prize. Our HNSA hosts, Greg Johnston and Kelly Gardiner, discuss researching, writing and publishing historical fiction with acclaimed writers of the genre in its many forms from crime to fantasy to literary fiction, set in eras stretching from ancient times to the Swinging Si ...
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Welcome to the 2am Book Review Club! Do you stay up too late reading books? Do you love mysteries, thrillers, romance, historical fiction, fantasy, or literary fiction? Do you want weekly book recommendations and/or book breakdowns? Then you’ve found your new favorite book club! Join me each week as I discuss everything from the most-hyped new releases to books that nobody seems to have heard of as we explore the wide and wonderful world of books!
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“Writing Rural With Alley” helps fiction writers bring rural lifestyles to life! Here you will learn to craft more realistic scenes and settings of rural life and lifestyles, new ways to show, not tell, helping to drive your story forward, discover obstacles and challenges for your characters to overcome. You’ll learn skills and techniques from the stone age to post-apocalyptic, including but not limited to, homesteading, living off the grid, bushcrafting, survival skills and more. And of co ...
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A place where I recap various vintage novels such as 80s historical romances, 70s pulp thrillers, gothic romances and more!
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Welcome to "Rolling into Fantasy," a bi-weekly podcast where a father-daughter duo, both avid Fantasy enthusiasts spanning over more than 30 years of love for Fantasy, delve into the enchanting world of Fantasy. With an inter-generational approach, we explore Fantasy literature, games, pop culture, music, series & movies. Each episode connects different aspects of Fantasy, rolling seamlessly from one topic to another. Join us every fortnight on Thursdays as we discuss the origins of Fantasy, ...
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Three middle-aged nerds dive deep into the golden age of tabletop RPGs, covering the classics from the 80s and 90s that shaped the hobby we love today. Iain and Jason banter their way through gaming history while Steve desperately tries to keep them on topic—and occasionally succeeds. Whether you're a grognard who lived through THAC0 or a newcomer curious about what to do with all those lovely polyhederal dice you've aquired, we've got you covered with historical deep-dives, roundtable discu ...
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Step into the world of stories with A Literal Journey, a podcast hosted by author Seth Adam Smith. Each episode features in-depth conversations with fantastic authors who bring great stories to life—whether through fantasy, historical fiction, middle grade adventures, or young adult epics. From behind-the-scenes insights and writing wisdom to the personal journeys that shape their books, these interviews celebrate the power of story to inspire, challenge, and connect us. If you’re a reader s ...
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Fantasy Football is rocket science. Join us on our interstellar Dynasty Fantasy voyage. @FF_Astronauts http://www.ffastronauts.com
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Stats nerds and high school jocks, welcome to the 2 Tools Baseball podcast, a show that is designed to walk you through some fresh perspectives on Major League Baseball. Hosted by the numbers guy, Alex, and the lifetime ball player, Travis, the 2 Tools Baseball Podcast aims to tackle weekly hot topics from unique and often contrasting viewpoints throughout the MLB season. We'd appreciate it if you came along for this wild ride. Cheers!
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A debate podcast about books, fantasy or Historical fiction
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A podcast where host Meghan Sullivan plays historical fiction games and talks about the REAL stories behind gaming.
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Small Subjects is a podcast devoted to discussing big topics in the worlds of scale modeling, diorama-building, and sculpting and painting miniature figures, as well as presenting interviews with some of the top artists in the field, including every era, and ranging from historical to fantasy subjects. Co-hosts Barry Biediger, who is based in Salt Lake City, and Jim DeRogatis, who lives in Chicago, are the editors of the Web site boxdioramas.com. Both have decades of experience as modelers, ...
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Find out what makes great, arts-inspired fiction in a variety of genres, from mysteries to crime novels, historical fiction, thrillers, contemporary fiction, and more. Art In Fiction founder and author Carol M. Cram chats with some of the top novelists featured on Art In Fiction, a curated online database of books inspired by the arts. Discover your next great read and get valuable advice on what it takes to be a successful writer.
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What's the difference between an oni and a tengu? Were samurai really the gangsters of Edo Era Japan? Why was Europe so interested in Asia? Join author Guenevere Lee and Doctor Noel Sayar as they discuss not only history, but the mythology that shaped it. Currently we are going through the fact and fiction behind the Channillo series Leda and the Samurai.
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Welcome to Nighttime Scary Tales, where nightmares come alive. We bring you a chilling blend of expertly crafted spooky fiction and meticulously researched bone-chilling true crime. Each episode is designed to haunt your thoughts long after the credits roll. Prepare for a descent into the darkest corners of human experience and imagination. Dive deep into unsettling psychological horror, supernatural encounters, and dark fantasy. At the same time, we explore infamous cold cases, unsolved mys ...
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Murphy’s Inc. is an audio science fiction adventure that follows an organization led by Murphy with her two agents, Michael and Daphne, as they and their rag-tag team travel through time to steal precious artifacts. Along the way, they’ll meet famous historical figures, weave through danger, and experience historical events shown only in dusty, faded textbooks. Intrigue, thrills, and betrayal follow as they jump deep into the past.
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The original classic gaming podcast continues its endless quest to explore the history of video games, one game at a time. Join hosts Jeremy Parish and Bob Mackey each week as they team up with a host of expert guests to chronicle the creations that have paved the way for today's hits. From forgotten black-and-white arcade machines to modern-day remakes, Retronauts spans more than four decades of vintage gaming greatness!
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Nice Jewish Books is a podcast focusing on adult Jewish fiction. On this podcast, we chat with authors about Jewish literature, historical fiction, science fiction and fantasy, mysteries, works in translation, and more. As long as a book has a Jewish theme, it's a candidate for our show! This is a project of the Association of Jewish Libraries, the leading authority on Judaica Librarianship,
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Hosted by Marco Ciappelli | We are all made of stories. Storytelling is at the core of our human experience—how we transmit knowledge, share experiences, and communicate values. Stories are bridges that connect us, shaping our worldview and weaving together our collective consciousness. In our modern, hybrid analog-digital society, the art of storytelling matters more than ever. Every storyteller—regardless of medium or platform—contributes to the grand narrative of human experience. I'm foc ...
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The Infographics Show Podcast | Engaging, Informative & Entertaining Deep Dives Welcome to The Infographics Show Podcast, the ultimate destination for curious minds! From mind-blowing historical events and cutting-edge science to fascinating true crime stories and military tactics, our podcast brings the same engaging storytelling you always loved. Join us for fact-packed deep dives, expert analysis, and entertaining discussions on topics like history, science, technology, psychology, surviv ...
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On Masters of Scale, iconic business leaders share lessons and strategies that have helped them grow the world's most fascinating companies. Founders, CEOs, and dynamic innovators join candid conversations about their triumphs and challenges with a set of luminary hosts, including founding host Reid Hoffman (LinkedIn co-founder and Greylock partner). From navigating early prototypes to expanding brands globally, Masters of Scale provides priceless insights to help anyone grow their dream ent ...
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In this historical fantasy, characters from across a divided country fight, die, and reunite. Characters based on reality and mythology, this epic tale uncovers secret human tendencies through the eyes of youth, poor, and high-born. Cover art photo provided by Samuel Scrimshaw on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@samscrim
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The home of Εpic Fantasy world by author Viel Nast, information about upcoming books, history of Land of Oyr, Epic Metal, Epic books, Historical European Martial Arts, pen'n'paper epic fantasy roleplaying games and more!
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Discoveryland is a Disneyland history podcast that analyzes the vibrant history of Walt Disney's original Magic Kingdom. Each episode examines a different aspect of Disneyland, including its past attractions, shows, shops, restaurants, and promotions. Victoria is your guide on these adventures through yesterday, tomorrow, and fantasy.
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We are an epic fantasy inspired history & mythology podcast that rates and reviews mythical, legendary, and historical characters. Our passion is bringing forgotten stories, worlds, and characters to life through immersive storytelling. Embark on an immersive adventure through the untamed realms of myths, legends, and history, where epic sagas, fiery passions, sensational drama, horrific atrocities, and spellbinding narratives converge. Here, nothing is off limits.
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KissAnime - Kiss-anime.net is free anime website to watch HD Anime online with DUB and English Sub. KissAnime provide many anime series and genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Demons, Drama, Historical, Romance, Ecchi, Harem, Fantasy, Samurai,... Website: https://kiss-anime.net/ Email: [email protected] Address: 1817 47th St, Brooklyn, NY 11204, USA
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Ali Baker and a guest discuss children’s fantasy fiction. The guest chooses a favourite for Ali, and Ali chooses a complementing contemporary book. Jokes and the occasional swear word may ensue. Please contact https://www.instagram.com/fantasy_book_swap_podcast/, @alisonbaker01 on BlueSky or https://www.facebook.com/Fantasybookswap. Ask questions, make comments and join in the discussion!
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Iron Monkey presents: The Lazaretto Letters A weekly horror podcast. A found collection of unmailed, handwritten letters from 1922, read aloud for the first time in over a century. Within their pages lie tales of horror, the supernatural, mystery, and the bizarre. Some letters piece together a larger, hidden truth…an unsettling puzzle that unfolds across the series. Others stand alone, offering eerie glimpses into the strange and terrifying events that plagued the quarantine island. Performe ...
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Sentinel Creatives brings you weekly audio books, radio plays, and related content! Sentinel Creatives is a South African indie press, production house, and distributor of superb works of fiction and near-fiction in a variety of formats. Consider supporting our work on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sentinelcreatives
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The 19th Hole Golf Show is a golf podcast featuring in-depth, intelligent discussion of the most important topics in golf. Host Ryan Ballengee from Golf News Net talks about recent events and issues on the PGA Tour, European Tour, LPGA Tour and other major golf tournaments around the world. He digs in on golf course architecture, fantasy golf, golf travel and the issues facing the business of the game. Ryan covers a little bit of everything in golf, and he's joined occasionally by some of th ...
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Adam and Tyler discuss current events in hockey, including fantasy and their own pools; cover recent news and happenings in the hockey world; squabble and debate over topics, history lessons are told (usually to Tyler), and sometimes an occasional joke is made that may induce laughter.
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New York City, 1904. What appears to be a simple carnival and sideshow on the outskirts of Coney Island turns out to be much more than it seems to its latest addition to the carnival's close-knit family. Rooted in historical events, characters, and theology, Halcyon gives a unique perspective to the fantasy and horror genre. Dive deep into the mystical, the terrifying, and the unknown as the mysterious Professor Paimon offers you a contract you can't refuse... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/ ...
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Warlord of Mars by Edgar Rice Burroughs was first published in 1913. It was the third book in an eleven part series known as the Barsoom Chronicles which relate to a sequence of exciting adventure tales set on the fictional planet of Barsoom. In the Barsoom series, Mars, assumed to be older than Earth, is a dying planet. “Barsoom” is the native word for Mars in the Martian language. The stories first appeared in serialized form in various magazines like All-Story, Argosy, Amazing Stories and ...
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Sometimes, fantasy is actually history, and I’m not talking about the claim that Middle-earth is actually ancient Europe. The historical fantasy genre has a lot of potential, especially for weird nerds who won’t shut up about fun historical factoids, but it does have some challenges. You usually want something that’s recognizably historical, but yo…
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Ten years in, and somehow we’re still here—older, louder, and more Sofa King unhinged than ever.For this year-end Christmas episode, we turned the mic over to the Skult and asked one simple question:“If money was no object… what do you want for Christmas?”The answers ranged from wholesome to wildly inappropriate—student loans paid off, houses bough…
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What Happens on Christmas Day in the White House
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Christmas Day at the White House is a blend of tradition, symbolism, and quiet presidential routine. In this episode, we take you behind the scenes to explore what actually happens inside America’s most famous residence on December 25th. From early-morning briefings and security operations that never pause, to family traditions, religious observanc…
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Why Magic is the Most Dangerous Geopolitical Weapon
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Send us a text Let's explore how magic can become a strategic asset in your fantasy worlds! This video dives into geopolitics and diplomacy, showing how magic influences wars, resource conflicts, and the rise of elite magical classes. Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletter Support the Channel: Buy my books: https://www.m…
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Resurrecting dire wolves is just the beginning for Colossal Biosciences’ Ben Lamm
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In this encore episode of Rapid Response, we revisit a scientific breakthrough that set the internet ablaze: The ‘de-extinction’ of the dire wolf. While many celebrated Colossal Biosciences’ announcement, the experiment also sparked controversy throughout the scientific community — namely the ethics of birthing and re-wilding extinct animals, and w…
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Kylian Mbappé marked his birthday in style, matching Cristiano Ronaldo’s best-ever goal tally for Real Madrid in a calendar year. With over 200 more goal involvements than Ronaldo had at the same age, does Mbappé already have a case for being the better player at 27? Gary and Alex also break down Barcelona’s dominant form after their eighth straigh…
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You Just Keep Going || Rebecca Connolly on Storytelling, Becoming an Author, and Hidden Yellow Stars
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In this episode of A LITERAL JOURNEY, I sit down with author Rebecca Connolly to talk about the real path to becoming a writer—one marked by uncertainty, persistence, libraries, and learning by doing. Rebecca shares how taking just one creative writing class shaped her perspective on creative work, how she continued writing without formal training,…
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On our final mid-month book news episode in 2025, we review some of the latest Asian American publishing announcements, and weigh in on some recent book tea for December 2025! Upcoming books mentioned in our publishing news: Light and Thread by Han Kang When We Swallowed the Sea by Janet Hong Limitlessly, Mina by Gianna Lakenauth Take to the Sky by…
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737: Holiday Special 2025 - Video Power
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It's that time of the year again, so hang your stockings, haul home a coniferous tree, and pack the required survival gear for another harrowing trip to the Retronauts Holiday Cabin in Parts Unknown. And for this 15th outing, we'll be taking a long, mostly confused look at Video Power: the Captain N also-ran that assembled a team of C-list protagon…
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Jane Austen @ 250 Ep. 9: The Literary Afterlives of Jane Austen (Northanger Abbey, Persuasion, and Beyond)
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Two hundred and fifty years ago in the English county of Hampshire, on a snowy December day, a baby girl was born. That baby would grow up to be Jane Austen, and she would go on to write six iconic novels that would forever change literary history. This is the final episode of JANE AUSTEN @ 250, a series from the 2am Book Review Club celebrating th…
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Arsenal Top At Christmas, Rogers On A Rampage & Referees Under Fire
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Arsenal remain top of the Premier League at Christmas, but with Manchester City starting to look back to their best, have they taken the mantle as favourites for the title? Morgan Rogers scored two brilliant goals as Aston Villa made it ten wins in a row in all competitions. Does this season now look like a three-horse title race? Gary, Alan and Mi…
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Welcome back! We're here to breakdown the first four episodes of Heated Rivalry, from HBOMax and Crave. It's not to be missed. PLEASE be aware timecodes may shift up to a few minutes due to capitalism and all these streaming platforms inserting ads. Intro: 00:00 to 16:00 Ep 1: 00:17 to 50:00 Ep 2: 00:51 - 01:34 Ep 3: 01:34 - 01:58 Ep 4: 1:59 - to e…
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Music, in an animated movie? Pfft, that’ll never catch on. But just in case it does, today’s episode is about a recent entry in the genre that’s mostly flown under the radar, assuming your radar is located somewhere on Mars. While global hit films are a bit outside the scale we normally work at, there are still a few things normal writers can learn…
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Episode 232: A Musician's Holiday Wish List
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It's the Holidays, we hope your having a lovely time! Join us this week to rewrite a famous holiday tune. Be sure to like and share with a friend! Music: https://imslp.org/wiki/The_Nutcracker_(suite),_Op.71a_(Tchaikovsky,_Pyotr) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/legalcodeBy Rocky Mountain Student Media
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Monsters in the Flesh: Real-Life Hannibal Lecters
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This chilling episode explores the real people whose crimes were so disturbing they inspired—or mirrored—the fictional horror of Hannibal Lecter. Moving beyond myth and movie dramatization, we examine documented cases of intelligent, manipulative, and often charismatic killers whose actions shocked investigators and the public alike. We delve into …
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How many of the Top 10 all time Champions League goalscorers can Alan and Micah name without mistake? Who is the surprise inclusion on the list? Why was Micah left to rue making up a new rule to allow them to get bonus points? Gary is quiz master once again as he tests the guys knowledge on the most lethal finishers in Europe’s elite competition, w…
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Garth Brooks: Friends In Low Places
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Is Garth Brooks secretly a serial killer… or is the internet just doing what it does best?In this episode of the Sofa King Podcast, we dive headfirst into one of the strangest internet conspiracies of all time: the Garth Brooks Serial Killer Theory. What started as a joke — fueled by comedian Tom Segura and some truly uncanny social media videos — …
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The Salesforce CFO who left to save lives
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After serving as Chief Legal Officer and then CFO at Salesforce, Amy Weaver sought a new challenge. She is now CEO of Direct Relief, which she tells host Jeff Berman is "the largest, most efficient, most effective, and most impactful global humanitarian group that you may never have heard of.” Weaver reveals scale lessons from Salesforce and how sh…
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Episode 64: Raphael Shelton, doing the hobby "just for fun," and what we're playing with on our work benches now
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Jim talks with Norris, Tennessee-based modeler Raphael Shelton, who Barry thought had an interesting perspective on “doing the hobby just for fun,” something those of us who are obsessed about this thing of ours (and who talk about it on a podcast) can sometimes forget. Jim and Barry also discuss what they’re working on (or playing with, if you pre…
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Outlander: Blood of My Blood - S1 E 3&4: School of the Moon & A Soldier's Heart
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Are the show creators intentionally making everyone unlikeable? If so, job well done. But also, why? We're back to recap the timey wimey prequel for Outlander, Blood of my Blood, and we have questions. Mo: tvmoviemistresspod.bsky.social Sarah: TheeDonuts.bsky.social Juwan: jayteedee.bsky.social
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Player Ultimatums, Superstitions & Fantasy Football Standings
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How do players react when one of their teammates issues an ultimatum to force a move away from the club? Is it easy to forgive, or does it permanently damage relationships in the dressing room? The guys also dive into football superstitions — what rituals did they cling to during goal droughts, and did doubt start to creep in when the goals weren’t…
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How To Hunt Lore and Continuously World Build
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Send us a text Ever wonder where the most compelling ideas for your fantasy writing come from when crafting a fictional world? Learn how to write rich lore by drawing inspiration from everyday experiences and continuous research, making your stories truly memorable. Signup for the newsletter! https://www.mariemullany.com/newsletter Support the Chan…
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This year delivered whiplash: geopolitics, tariffs, and technology all shifting at once. And heading into 2026, the disruption isn’t easing up. In this special episode, host Bob Safian distills five hard-won lessons from Rapid Response this year on how to lead when the ground won’t stop moving. You’ll hear standout moments from Brian Chesky, Clara …
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Bellingham’s Best Position, Raphinha Back With A Bang & Griezmann’s Brilliant Winner
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Are Real Madrid still struggling to find the right balance, and is Jude Bellingham being played out of position? Despite an away win at Alavés, questions remain over the performance, and frustration is growing among some Madridistas with Xabi Alonso. Raphinha is finally back after an injury-hit start to the season, and he made an immediate impact w…
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For decades, Sean Combs stood as one of the most powerful figures in global music and entertainment an icon of success, influence, and cultural dominance. But behind the fame, wealth, and celebrity lifestyle, serious allegations and legal scrutiny have begun to reshape his legacy. In this episode, we examine the rise of Sean Combs, the accusations …
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It's the closest thing to the real thing! Kevin Bunch and expert guests Tom Boellstorff and Braxston Soderman talk about the Atari 2600’s chief rival, the Mattel Intellivision. Retronauts is made possible by listener support through Patreon! Support the show to enjoy ad-free early access, better audio quality, and great exclusive content. Learn mor…
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This week, we're discussing my top 10 books of 2025! Also, we'll take a peek at my 2025 reading stats and find out how many books I've read, what genres I've read, and much much more! Musical credits: "Greensleeves", Creative Commons Attribution Share Alike 3.0 Unported License, via Wikimedia Commons. (This tune is rumored to have been written by H…
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Derby Delight For Sunderland, City Are Back & Maresca Vs The Owners
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Sunderland make it seven wins from seven as they beat fierce local rivals Newcastle in the derby. Are Eddie Howe’s problems growing as he tries to fit Nick Woltemade into Newcastle’s established system, and do they lack the energy that drove last season’s success? Manchester City look like they’re finally back — but just how much of that revival is…
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S11 Ep3: Imagining the Past—Summer Mesclun Season—2025/26
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Imagining the Past Summer Season is here. Enjoy catching up with book launch discussions featuring your favourite authors and new voices. Konrad Muller’s debut novel, My Heart at Evening, is published by a new imprint, Evercreech Editions. In November 2025, Konrad chatted with Rodney Croome at the Devonport Library about the novel’s recreation of t…
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You’ve written so many scenes of pulse-pounding tension, isn’t it about time to slow down and relax, maybe with your characters on a beach somewhere? After all, your heroes deserve some time to unwind, and readers will enjoy it too. Up to a point, anyway. The big question with R&R scenes is how long they should go on, along with how often to have t…
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RJ Barker is a critically acclaimed and award-winning fantasy author of the Wounded Kingdom and Tide Child trilogies, and certainly one of the best writers around right now. In this in-depth interview, RJ shares his story of getting into writing, honing his craft, and the process of creating his brilliant stories. We delve into creating characters …
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Escape from the Inquisition in Isabela's Way by Barbara Stark-Nemon
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Send us a text My guest today is Barbara Stark-Nemon, author of Isabela's Way listed in the Textile Arts category on Art In Fiction. View the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/R-0wUhdrD00 How Barbara got the idea to write a novel set in the 17th century during the Inquistion: inspiration resulting from a cycling trip in Portugal. History of the In…
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Heart Dogs & Heart Books || Author McCall Hoyle on Grief, Hope, and Forever Ripley
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In this heartwarming episode of A LITERAL JOURNEY, I sit down with award-winning author and educator McCall Hoyle. During the interview, McCall shares how her deep love for dogs, her years teaching at-risk youth, and her own experiences with grief shaped novels like Stella and her newest “heart book,” Forever Ripley. We discuss the power of writing…
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Isolation takes its toll on a patient who begins noticing troubling patterns around him. In his letters, he tries to make sense of what’s real inside the quarantine…and what isn’t.By Iron Monkey
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Make the office a destination, not just an obligation
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With over two billion in annual revenue and nearly 7,000 employees, Gensler has cemented itself as a global icon in architecture and design. Host Jeff Berman talks with co-CEO Elizabeth Brink and global co-chair Andy Cohen about why the company has doubled down on a collaborative leadership model, the ways AI is disrupting their industry, and how t…
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Man City Heap Pressure On Real Madrid, Madueke’s Screamer & Slot’s Big Win
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Is Xabi Alonso’s Jon under serious threat after City come from behind to beat Madrid? Noni Madueke’s stunner set Arsenal on their way to a sixth win in six, but did he really mean it? How important was it that Liverpool beat Inter Milan after Arne Slot left Mo Salah out of the squad? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss a good point away at Leverkusen…
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Oscar-Nominated Filmmaker Pen Densham on Writing, Cinematography, Photography, Creativity and the Freedom of Breaking the Rules | Audio Signals Podcast With Marco Ciappelli
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Oscar-Nominated Filmmaker Pen Densham on Writing, Cinematography, Photography, Creativity and the Freedom of Breaking the Rules There's a particular kind of magic that happens when a storyteller stops trying to please the market and starts listening to their soul. Pen Densham knows this better than most—he's lived it across three different mediums,…
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What was Alan’s message to Erling after he beat his record for getting to 100 Premier League goals? Why was the Norwegian superstar particularly fired up for this season, by people not talking about him over the summer? Why has Erling started his own YouTube channel and what is he hoping to showcase on it? Gary and Alan travel up to Manchester to s…
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What If Scenarios in Worldbuilding | How to Make the Right Changes
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Send us a text In this episode, Marie and George dive deep into the art of creating compelling alternate history narratives. They discuss how to identify crucial divergence points and explore the evolution of culture and language within fictional worlds. Get ready for practical storytelling tips to make your historical what-ifs truly immersive. Sig…
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Bedlam At The Bernabeu, Barça’s Best No. 9 & Are Villarreal Title Contenders?
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A loss at home and three red cards, will Xabi Alonso even make it to the end of the week? Reports in Spain suggest he could be out the door if Real Madrid don’t beat Manchester City in the Champions League. Can he turn things around for Los Blancos? After Ferran Torres’ hat-trick vs Real Betis, who is Barcelona’s first choice Number 9? Gary & Alex …
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Why Was 536 One of the Worst Years to Be Alive?
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Historians call the year 536 AD “the worst year to be alive.” But what made it so devastating? In this episode, we uncover the global mystery behind a year filled with dark skies, summer snow, famine, and disease. Ancient accounts describe a sun that refused to shine and crops that failed across continents. Centuries later, science finally offers a…
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In this episode of the Wargames Soldiers and Strategy podcast, the team catch up on the latest news from 'Bowers Villas', including upcoming releases and community events. Guy then talks with Andy and Charlie from Wargames Atlantic about their growing range of plastic figures and what they have in the works for the coming months. We finish with a l…
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