Best Joanna Coles Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 669 - A Clockwork Orange, by Anthony Burgess 1:09:18

30m ago1:09:18

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Real horrorshow episode for you this week, malchicks and devotchkas! The best-known version of A Clockwork Orange might be Stanley Kubrick's 1975 film, which is based on a version of the story that is missing its last chapter. Burgess wants us all to know that he'd disown this story if he could, but if we're going to read it, we might as well get t…

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S1 E6 : Jennie Priestner (Align Authentic Self) 1:18:21

4h ago1:18:21

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Today, I’m really excited to introduce you to another amazing guest—Jennie from Align Authentic Self. Jennie has been on a wild and transformative journey over the last couple of years, and she often credits Full Power Cacao ceremonies as a key part of her incredible growth. In this episode, we’ll dive into Jennie’s story, exploring the challenges …

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Stop! Homer Time: The Iliad - Episodes 7 & 8 (Books 15-19) 1:44:45

4d ago1:44:45

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For our latest show-within-a-show, we'll revisit Ancient Greece through Emily Wilson's new translation of Homer's The Iliad. We'll be reading it a few books at a time and having a more in-depth chat about it than we do about most books. These two episodes cover Books 15-19 Episode 7: Things start heating up in books 15 and 16, as Achilles finally s…

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Ep 668 - The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, by Muriel Spark 1:06:14

20m ago1:06:14

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Are you in your prime? If you were, would you know it? And would you know what to do with it?! Miss Jean Brodie's in her prime, and she's going to teach all these girls about art history, being the creme de la creme, and how Mussolini made the trains run on time. Tune in for a story about how teachers can have a huge impact on your life while still…

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S1 E5 : Craig Seaton (Breathwork Facilitator) 1:15:19

2h ago1:15:19

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I’m thrilled to bring you an incredible guest—Craig Seaton, a breathwork facilitator and Kundalini yoga teacher. I’ve known Craig for about ten years and have had the privilege of witnessing his growth and dedication to his path. Craig is someone I deeply respect and admire for his knowledge and expertise, especially in the field of breathwork. In …

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Ep 667 - The Penelopiad, by Margaret Atwood 1:02:19

4d ago1:02:19

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In The Odyssey, Penelope is mostly a side character who exists to be faithful to Odysseus (and clever enough to be compatible with him). Atwood's Penelopiad asks: what was Penelope up to? What did she want? What if the Homeric version of Odysseus' story isn't the true one? And what if Penelope's version isn't either? This episode is sponsored by Be…

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S1 E4 : Rik Arron & Adam Cole (The Buzz MCR) 1:06:38

4d ago1:06:38

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These two guys are truly special. Every time I meet them, my spirits are lifted, and I feel motivated and inspired by their energy and journey. Without Dragons' Den and the BBC, our paths might never have crossed, and I’m so grateful they did. These two have become some of the best people I've met through this experience, and their story is one of …

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Ep 665 - The Death of Ivan Ilyich, by Leo Tolstoy 1:04:29

22d ago1:04:29

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In this classic novella, Leo Tolstoy asks, "What would it take for a guy who stinks to realize he stinks? And how would he feel about that at the end of his life?" This episode is sponsored by the PBS American Masters: Creative Spark, find it on your favorite listening app. This episode is also sponsored by Squarespace. Go to squarespace.com/overdu…

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S1 E3 : Joanna Barnes (The Wild Women) 1:07:37

13d ago1:07:37

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I’m excited to bring you an amazing guest for Episode 3 - Wild Woman Joanna Barnes. Joanna specializes in women’s womb work, and it’s been incredible to watch her journey unfold over the past 6 or 7 years. We’ve been on this path together, and it’s inspiring to see her stepping into her fullest potential. Joanna is like a sister to me, and we share…

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Ep 664 - The Last Olympian (Percy Jackson and the Olympians #5), by Rick Riordan 1:20:52

1M ago1:20:52

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And so the (initial) story of the world of Percy Jackson draws to a close. It's time to discuss the Battle of New York, the resolution of a prophecy, and the ultimate theme(s) of Riordan's blockbuster series. This episode is sponsored by the PBS American Masters: Creative Spark and Jordan J. Hall's new story collection Mammoth, Massachusetts: A Col…

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S1 E2 : Kathryn Henshaw (Psychic Medium & Light Language Channel) 1:02:55

19d ago1:02:55

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Meet Kathryn Henshaw, a psychic medium, light language channeler, and my personal friend, whose journey into the spiritual world is both intriguing and transformative. Kathryn's journey began with a profound personal experience: the birth of her own higher self. This moment allowed her to align with her authentic life path, leading her to assist ot…

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Ep 663 - The Magic School Bus, by Joanna Cole and Bruce Degen 1:07:04

25d ago1:07:04

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The Magic School Bus series, beloved of 80s and 90s kids as both a book series and a TV show, depicts a school where every day is a field trip and every field trip is actually a fantastical voyage through time and space. I don't want to think what these permission slips look like. This episode is also sponsored by Squarespace. Go to squarespace.com…

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S1 E1 : Dianne Faulkner (Stitch Massey / Studio 17) 50:32

1M ago50:32

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Meet our incredible first guest on the Full Power Podcast: Dianne Faulkner. At 77, she's a living legend—a Thai massage therapist, yoga guru, and the kind of person you wish was your grandma. She embodies warmth and wisdom, making everyone feel nurtured and supported. Don't let her age fool you; she's as cool as they come—often spotted rocking a Sn…

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Ep 662 - Norwegian Wood, by Haruki Murakami 1:11:11

1M ago1:11:11

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The book that put Murakami on the map in Japan is an intimate tale about youth, love, sex, and grief. So it's not surprise he settled on a Beatles song for his novel's title?? Follow @overduepod on Instagram and Bluesky Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis. Advertise on Overdue See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California…

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Ep 661 - Into the Wild (Warrior Cats #1), by Erin Hunter 1:10:47

2M ago1:10:47

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Hello, cats and kittypets! If you're up for a Redwall-y, Watership Down-y exploration of warrior cat societies and territorial conflicts, boy do we have the dozens and dozens of books for you! Follow @overduepod on Instagram and Bluesky Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis. Advertise on Overdue See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priva…

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Ep 660 - The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store, by James McBride 1:01:25

2M ago1:01:25

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Communities collide in the Chicken Hill neighborhood of 1930s Pottstown. Will the tensions become more than this town can manage? Since this is a James McBride novel, probably not! His work is characterized by a warmth of spirit that feels optimistic without naivete. So it shouldn't surprised you that folks of different backgrounds are finding comm…

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Ep 659 - Beach Read, by Emily Henry 1:11:37

2M ago1:11:37

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Emily Henry's Beach Read is a romance novel that's light on the romance, and also on beaches and reading. But it's still fun! An a good argument against aggressively pigeonholing books or their authors into any given genre box. Follow @overduepod on Instagram and Bluesky Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis. Advertise on Overdue See Privac…

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Ep 658 - Garfield: His 9 Lives, by Jim Davis (Bonus Episode) 1:16:43

2M ago1:16:43

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Garfield creator Jim Davis decided to turn his PAWS, Inc. artists loose on multiple interpretations of our favorite orange feline. Behold, a truly absurd collection of tails -- I mean, tales. EXPLICIT CONTENT WARNING: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS DISCUSSION OF AT LEAST ONE ODDLY EXPLICIT TURN OF PHRASE THAT REALLY CONFUSED US. To join us for future bonus …

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Ep 657 - Jonathan Livingston Seagull, by Richard Bach 1:04:40

2M ago1:04:40

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Caw caw! Jonathan Livingston Seagull is a New Age messiah. Or is it? All we know is that this seagull loves to fly and craves perfection -- which is somehow an allegory for self-improvement? This episode is also sponsored by Squarespace. Go to squarespace.com/overdue for 10% of your first purchase of a website or domain. Our theme music was compose…

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Ep 656 - Thérèse Raquin, by Émile Zola 1:04:59

2M ago1:04:59

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This podcast is about to REAL! In that we are about to talk about Realism and Naturalism, two things we definitely have an amazing handle on. And did Émile Zola have a handle on them in his notable novel Thérèse Raquin? Tune in to find out. Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis. Follow @overduepod on Instagram and Bluesky Advertise on Overd…

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Ep 655 - Heartburn, by Nora Ephron 1:10:06

2M ago1:10:06

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Nora Ephron is known mainly for her films, but her voice comes through loud and clear in Heartburn, a thinly-veiled autobiographical novel about love and divorce and how much she doesn't like Washington DC. This episode is also sponsored by Squarespace. Go to squarespace.com/overdue for 10% of your first purchase of a website or domain. Our theme m…

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Ep 654 - Spy for George Washington (Choose Your Own Adventure), by Jay Leibold 1:07:44

3M ago1:07:44

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You find yourself facing a cherry tree. Is it on the level? Is it secretly plotting revenge against the President? Make a choice and dive into this revolutionary tale. Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis. Follow @overduepod on Instagram and Bluesky Advertise on Overdue See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy…

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Ep 653 - A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man, by James Joyce 1:08:24

3M ago1:08:24

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To celebrate Bloomsday (however inadvertently), we decided to make our first foray in the work of James Joyce. His debut novel riffs on themes and characters that feature prominently in the rest of his canon, so join us for a discussion of modernist novel structure, semi-autobiographical lyricism, and what you should run off to smell if you find yo…

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Ep 652 - The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter, by Carson McCullers 1:02:41

4M ago1:02:41

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Sometimes you read a book from 1940 and you get a little upset about how relevant its characters and themes remain more than 80 years later. Sometimes! McCullers' debut novel explores capitalism, alienation, and poverty in the American South at the tail end of the Great Depression. Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis. Follow @overduepod o…

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Ep 651 - The House of Bernarda Alba, by Federico García Lorca 1:00:11

4M ago1:00:11

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Often grouped with the other plays in García Lorca's unfinished "rural trilogy," The House of Bernarda Alba is a claustrophobic drama about control, conformity, and one mother's intimidating cane. Which daughter will get Pepe? Will that horse stop kicking the wall? Will grandma ever be free?? These questions and more on this week's episode. This ep…

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Ep 650 - The Battle of the Labyrinth (Percy Jackson and the Olympians #4) 1:37:21

4M ago1:37:21

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Percy Jackson and friends are back for the penultimate entry in the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series. This installment in Rick Riordan's mythological mash-up benefits from additional emotional complexity and deepened character relationships. Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis. Follow @overduepod on Instagram and Bluesky Advertise o…

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Stop! Homer Time: The Iliad - Episodes 5 & 6 (Books 10-14) 1:34:23

4M ago1:34:23

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For our latest show-within-a-show, we'll revisit Ancient Greece through Emily Wilson's new translation of Homer's The Iliad. We'll be reading it a few books at a time and having a more in-depth chat about it than we do about most books. These two episodes cover Books 10-14. Episode 5: It's time for a three-fer! This little triptych of books explore…

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Ep 649 - Sing, Unburied, Sing, by Jesmyn Ward 1:08:32

4M ago1:08:32

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This week we travel back to Bois Sauvage to revisit the work of acclaimed author Jesmyn Ward. Sing, Unburied, Sing introduces us to a family on hard times, preparing to welcome back a member from prison while also grappling with the ghosts that demand their attention. For more discussion of Jesmyn Ward, head to Ep 283 - Salvage the Bones. This epis…

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