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Lizard People, Dear Readers

George Chimples, Nathan Edwards, and Peter Paras

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The science fiction and fantasy podcast for lizard people, by lizard people. Odd episodes are devoted to non-book-form genre fiction, movies, TV shows, music, and games; even episodes are book club discussions. Spoilers abound.
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What if the government actually did cover something up in Roswell? What if yetis exist and are just really shy? What if super-intelligent lizards are wearing human skin suits, influencing international affairs and recording podcasts? Conspiracy theories are cool because they appeal to our evolved logical human brains and our stupid mammal idiot brains. So join host, comedian and skeptic, Katelyn Hempstead and producer Alexis B. Preston, as their brilliant friends try to convince them of thes ...
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The Unbelievable Podcast

Brian Frange & Phoebe Tyers

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Alien abductions! Strange monsters! Paranormal encounters! Fringe Science! Myths and legends! Comedians Brian Frange and Phoebe Tyers explore the strangest, weirdest, and most unusual stories in our universe as well as the people behind them.
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Lore

Aaron Mahnke

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The award-winning podcast (also a TV show & book series) about dark historical tales. Each episode explores the mysterious creatures, tragic events, and unusual places that fill the pages of history. Because sometimes the truth is more frightening than fiction.
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Weekly Livestreams on YouTube on Wed nights at 9pm Eastern/6pm Pacific with hosts Ashley Swearengin and @UnconventionalPastorPaul, Paul Swearengin. She served as mayor of a city, Paul was an evangelical pastor. Together, they were deep in the middle of the rise of Christian nationalism. Come join us as we discussing a spirituality that reaches beyond the walls of a church building and connects deconstructing people of faith to a renewed identity and a beautiful connection to divine love and ...
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An unlicensed lizard psychologist travels the universe talking to strangers about absolutely nothing. TO CALL THE GECKO: follow me on https://www.twitch.tv/lyleforever to get a notification for when I am taking calls. I am usually live Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays but lately a lot of other times too. I am a gecko.
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From the aberrant mind of Andrew Burnette we have Comedy Outsider Podcast. A weekly monologue on varied topics, including: comedy, life, dogs, romance, and even the occasional interview with other human beings (rare!).
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PCPodcast

The Pre-Cancellation Podcast

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A group of streamers shoot the sh*t about video games, culture, movies and trying to make it as content creators. The stream is hosted by Malo (tbcmalo@twich), Jesus (shadowknight421_@twitch) and Lomma (Lommaern@twitch)
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Cowboy Creations is a Comedy Podcast Network featuring Arizona's Top Comedians. Podcasts include popular comedy podcasts 'Easily Irritated' and 'The Mike McCowan Show.' All podcasts are available individually everywhere and right here!
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QueryMe is the podcast that questions the bizarre things that people think up. Whether its how they interact over the internet or the choices they make in real life. We've found some interesting things you'll enjoy hearing about.
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This is a weekly ongoing podcast that deals with cutting edge conspiracy theories. We also talk about international and domestic politics that could be effecting you. Come join us through a journey of the extraordinary variety.
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Eddie Fraud, Gabba Gabba Hayley and TJ Fadehawk take a look around this stupid world tell stories and have opinions about it. It's a good story. Then we found $20 and made it interesting. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/atif20/support
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Politics is one of the only practical disciplines where none of the main concepts have clear, coherent definitions. We define ourselves with terms like "left” and "right" and we believe in things like "democracy," “markets,” "capitalism" and "socialism" even though we don’t really know what any of these words actually mean. This series aims to make sense out of the political muddle that we've inherited from media, academia, and from decades of cold war propaganda, so that we can figure what ...
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ScapeGoats is a weekly comedy podcast Where I, Todd Molis, tell my buddy, Regis Mears, a new conspiracy theory and try to blow his mind. Theories make for great stories, but most people can't get interested since they are deemed as "Crazy". Our goal is to normalize these stories and make them fun for everyone! Things get weird, random, and sometimes dark but its always a great time! Thanks for being a GOAT! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scapegoats/support
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In Leanpub's Frontmatter podcast, we interview authors and special guests about their lives & careers, their areas of expertise and the issues of the moment, and their experiences as writers. Every episode is deeply researched and covers areas that are equally of human interest, general interest, and professional interest.
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Car Con Carne

James VanOsdol

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Car Con Carne is an award-winning interview podcast hosted by legendary Chicago media personality James VanOsdol (Q101, WXRT, WGN, WLUP). Hosted in James's car, at live events, restaurants, brewpubs and recording studios, Car Con Carne offers engaging and honest conversations with people you want to know, mostly from the world of music.
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Returning favorite Stephanie Sack is back to preview the 25th edition of the Chicago Horror Film Festival, happening this weekend. Stephanie’s an associate producer of this year’s event, which focuses on women in horror and the “Final Girl” trope. The fest’s happening at the Logan Theatre from September 27th through the 29th. Plan on three days of …
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When we talk about the intersection of history and folklore, few individuals in history sat themselves so firmly on that target like well-known one man. The lesser known elements of his life, though, are the most fascinating. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, and research by Cassandra de Alba, and music by…
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A caller talks about their quest to document Bigfoot and how it’s made them feel more alive than ever. Then a caller bakes cakes to prevent their spiral into chaos and a locksmith reveals their crooked business operations. There is a Band-Aid in the pool. I am gecko. Tickets for my Therapy Gecko live show experience are available now around the uni…
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The Podzooky Super Sentai Brothers Side Project has returned, WITH A VENGEANCE, with special guest Marcus Banks. The Kansas City Kaijins have just been reduced to Brandon and Zach but we remain vigilant and silly as we get deep into some Sentai. That's right, We're talking episodes 34, 35 and 36 of Himitsu Sentai Gorangers and spend more time than …
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Chicago composer Maxx McGathey, best known for his work with Gramps the Vamp, releases his first solo album, “Imaginary Eyes,” on September 27. We met at Roma’s (4237 N. Cicer) for Italian beef (that’s what we do here in Chicago) and talked about the mo`ie score, cool instrumental, vibes of the new album. It’s instrumental music for people who thin…
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When a person wants to stay in the comfort of status quo, they can give up the change for something new to come into their lives. In this special Evangelicalish released edition of Unconventional Conversations w/ Pastor Paul we see how wisdom from the ancient Torah and New Testament demonstrate we can find amazing new opportunities when we embrace …
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Christianity has not always been about politics and anti-abortion and anti-gay extremism. This was a long planned grooming of Christians to get to this point. Now here we are - what do we do about it? Join Paul and Ashley to discuss live how a political operative name Paul Weyrich has done more to shape American Christianity than any pastor ever dr…
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Red Scare Industries celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. The new compilation, “20 Years of Dreaming and Scheming,” includes contributions from Laura Jane Grace, Sludgeworth, the Brokedowns, the Falcon, Won’t Stay Dead and the Bollweevils. I’m out of the car for this one … Toby Jeg and Brendan Kelly of Red Scare joined me at the Q101 studios …
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A UPS employee talks about workplace protest, rivalry amongst delivery drivers, and trying to have a good relationship with his daughter. Then a final caller and I talk about if you can always be happy or if you just have to suck sometimes. You have to try this chicken. I am a gecko. Tickets for my Therapy Gecko live show experience are available n…
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Man, I love my job. I get to bring you these great discussions with people who are creating some incredible art and today, we have a big one. Duane Denison is the guitarist from noise rock pioneers, The Jesus Lizard. They are back with a newly released LP and aren't shying away from being the charming weirdos they are. Duane and I discuss the conce…
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Legends 36: Strike It Rich Few human characteristics generate more legends than our greed and corruption. So it should be no surprise that entire towns built on those principles are often filled with ghosts. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson, and research by Alex Robinson and Cassandra de Alba. ————————— Sponsors:…
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Eric Elliott is the author of the Leanpub book The Art of Effortless Programming: Unleashing the Power of AI Driven Development.In this interview, Leanpub co-founder Len Epp talks with Eric about his early fascination with AI, starting from when he was six years old, writing text-based adventure games, and developing his first neural network in the…
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A caller from Austria talks about life working at a homeless shelter along with his personal dreams and stuff like that. Later a caller makes new friends by running pinball tournaments and a final caller attempts to tell me what New England is. I need to do laundry. I am a gecko. Tickets for my Therapy Gecko live show experience are available now a…
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Disco Pancake (1155 N. Wells) is a new breakfast/brunch spot in Old Town that gives the most important meal of the day a sparkly, casual and fun shot in the arm. Take, for example, the Disco Stack, the most expensive stack of pancakes in the city, featuring 20-carat gold syrup and golden flakes. Joining me to chat about the concept is co-owner Crys…
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Expelled for Affirming Love; But Not Guiilty: Thomas Jay Oord Join Paul and Ashley as they find out why Pastor, theologian and author Thomas J. Oord was will to withstand an official heresy trial by the Church of the Nazarene. The charge: teaching against church doctrine and misconduct for calling the church to become LGBTQ+ inclusive. And why the …
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Things We Believed That Are Hard to Shake: Paul and Ashley Even in the midst of or after deconstruction of our beliefs, there are some things that are difficult to get out of our minds and emotional systems. What are some old Christian beliefs that still haunt you? Listen in as Paul and Ashley share some of the most difficult beliefs for them to sh…
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Who Hears from Holy Spirit is a special edition of Unconventional Conversations with Pastor Paul. On this episode Pastor Paul discusses Prophetic Words and who really "hears from heaven." The answer may not be as simple as some think it is. To hear more from Pastor Paul, check out their YouTube Channel @UnconventionalPastorPaul or their website Pas…
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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (262: Broken Lines) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 51: LorePodcast.com/episodes/51 Episode 68: LorePodcast.com/episodes/68 Episode 117: LorePodcast.com/episodes/117 ———————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music Episode Sourc…
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Atmospheric doom metal band Avernus joins me for a conversation at Melinda’s Pub (6906 W 111th Worth). After a considerable time away, Avernus returns with the stunning new release, “Grievances.” We talk about the new album and its broad, cinematic scope, as well as the band’s jagged path to the present day. “Grievances” is a solid album; it’s doom…
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A caller is not sure how to react after their father tries to rekindle a relationship with him via a family group chat. Later a debates if she should do OnlyFans, a caller flees their life in Texas, and a final caller may or may not have encountered a Bigfoot sex cult. Please speak up I cannot hear you. I am a gecko. Tickets for my Therapy Gecko li…
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Beyond stoked to bring you this discussion with Matthew Wainwright from Cold Gawd to the pod waves this week. I became quickly obsessed with their new full length ("I'll Drown on this Earth") on Dais Records and wanted to know more about this very nuanced band that pulls from shoegaze, punk, hardcore and many other places. We discuss growing up in …
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flowersatherfeet is a promising new shoegaze band from Chicago. How new? They’ve been together for roughly four months. We’re on the ground floor here. Ivory, Robert and Tim from the band join me at River Street Tavern in East Dundee (102 N. River St.) for a fun episode that kicks off with an in-car, acoustic performance of their new single “Tempte…
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Some of the darker stories in history take generations to develop, coming down to us over the years one broken piece at a time. And the best way to enjoy their power is by putting them back together again. Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by Cassandra de Alba and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: lore…
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A caller questions if life will get easier after abandoning their religious childhood. Later a caller gets poop in their mouth, a Colombian caller reflects on the “American Dream”, and a final caller debates kicking their roommate out to escalate their love life. Time to cook a meal in my Easy-Bake Oven. I am a gecko. Tickets for my Therapy Gecko l…
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Violet, Saffron and Tyler from horror pop-punk band Won’t Stay Dead join me for food and adult beverages at DryHop Brewers (3155 N. Broadway). As we eat delicious DryHop menu items like the DryHop Double Smash Burger, Fried Pickles and the Marinara Pizza, we also enjoy DryHop beers (the beauty of recording outside the car). I had the seasonal Wolpe…
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I get into it with an impressive slinky artist about into what it means to “have it all figured out.” Afterwards a caller debates moving to Spain or buying some sheep, another caller tries to make sense of his roommate’s questionable historical memorabilia, and a final caller regrets getting into shape. I’ll see you at the county fair. I am a gecko…
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Pleased as punch to welcome my new friend (and hopefully yours) Jon Lullo on the podcast. He sang and played guitar in Down to Earth Approach who were active in the early 2000's and on the legendary Vagrant Records in their heyday. We spoke about his experience in the band that is well documented in a new podcast called "Even If It Kills Me". The p…
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Michael Feathers is the author of the Leanpub book AI Assisted Programming.In this episode of the FrontMatter podcast, host Len Epp interviews Michael Feathers, founder of R7K Research and Conveyance. Michael delves into his career journey, from his early interest in technology to becoming a prominent voice in software design and the challenges of …
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The Jesus Lizard is back! The band is set to release “Rack” on September 13, their first new album of new music since “Blue” (1998). TJL guitarist Duane Denison joins me for a conversation about the new album, the early Chicago days, and whether “Rack” and a lengthy tour are signs of what’s to come for the band. In Chicago? Don’t miss the Jesus Liz…
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Some of the most terrifying legends in history come from one place: beneath the shadow of an executioner. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Sam Alberty. ————————— Sponsors: SimpliSafe: Secure your home with 24/7 professional monitoring. Sign up today at SimpliSafe.com/Lore to get 20% off any new Si…
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A caller plans their move out of their parents house after deciding they want more out of life. Later a final caller tells the story of trying to fit in after coming from Puerto Rico to mainland USA. Toilet paper is not food. I am a gecko. Tickets for my Therapy Gecko live show experience are available now around the universe RIGHT HERE: therapygec…
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David Drejas of OUTDrejas joins me for dinner at Twisted Q in Homewood (2053 Ridge Road; twistedq.com). As we dive into brisket platters and brownies, we talk about: *The Corey Feldman opening slot that led to profound physical pain *The benefit of opening for Counting Crows, including the resulting live release (Live at the PAV) *David’s sartorial…
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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (261: Attraction) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 17: LorePodcast.com/episodes/17 Episode 82: LorePodcast.com/episodes/82 Episode 29: LorePodcast.com/episodes/29 ————————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music Episode Sources:…
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A caller talks about his bumpy history with substance abuse, the hallucinations it ignited, and how he got clean. Afterwards a caller attempts a life transformation and another caller makes some big decisions out of Louisiana. Bless you. I am a gecko. Tickets for my Therapy Gecko live show experience are available now around the universe RIGHT HERE…
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We have a damn legend in the game on the pod this week in the form of Tim Kasher from Cursive! They are releasing a new LP on Run For Cover and of course, jumped at the opportunity to talk to Tim about his screenwriting career, looking back at his catalog as well as the Omaha scene growing up (a lot of 311 talk, no joke). Go spin their entire catal…
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In this episode of the FrontMatter podcast, host Len Epp interviews Eric Wise, author of Effectively Learning to Code: A Brain-Based Approach. Based in Cleveland, Eric is a software architect turned learning expert who has founded and led successful companies while honing his passion for creating impactful learning experiences. His book bridges the…
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PRE-ORDER THE CABINET OF CURIOSITIES BOOK TODAY! ————————— Folklore is often confined to circles around the campfire or whispered stories at slumber parties. But for a time in America, people turned folklore into things worth traveling to see. And their methods were rather tricky. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and research by …
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A caller discusses their “homeless by choice” lifestyle of couch hopping around stranger’s homes. Afterwards a daughter tries to make sense of why her dad keeps faking his death on Facebook and I have a casual chat with a man named Bob. This is a weird chair. I am a gecko. Tickets for my Therapy Gecko live show experience are available now around t…
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We had a month off but we're back and ready to talk about a movie everyone already forgot about! That's right, the Kaiju Hollywood Bad Boys Martin, Brandon and Luke are talking Black Adam with special guest and energy drink enthusiast Dane Arden. Talking points include how cool smartphones are, the funniest scene in any DCU movie and the need for w…
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A Canadian calls in to talk about their job assisting with medically induced euthanasia, and why they find it beautiful. Then a caller seeks vengeance via martial arts, and a final caller debates whether or not to reveal his polyamorous lifestyle to his religious family. Someone please do the dishes. I am a gecko. Tickets for my Therapy Gecko live …
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It always makes me happy when I put the shine on people who work behind the scenes at record labels, fests, photographers and a lot more that make this whole scene grow and thrive. James and Aaron run the incredible festival based in Tulsa, OK called Flyover Fest and in the past few years, has risen to prominence as one of the destinations for band…
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Four talented women, out of boredom, perhaps, started sharing their feelings on a changing world through their gifts for comedy, music and theater. Hear their story as the Libtarts share their world with Paul and Ashley and why sometimes humor is the very best way to share truth and love. Watch some of their videos here: Illegal In Texas - https://…
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The legends that are unique to America might be newer than some, but they still pack a powerful punch. But however familiar they might be, there’s always a darker side that needs to be explored. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and Aaron Mahnke, editing by Alex Robinson, and research by Alexandra Steed. ————————— L…
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A caller obsesses over the idea of his teacher becoming like his mom, and a final caller and I talk about Panda Express for 15 minutes. I promise it’s a really good episode. Do not draw dicks on my Etch-A-Sketch. I am a gecko. Tickets for my Therapy Gecko live show experience are available now around the universe RIGHT HERE: therapygeckotour.com SU…
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Gojko Adzic is the author of the Leanpub book Lizard Optimization: Unlock Product Growth by Engaging Long-Tail Users. In this interview, Leanpub co-founder Len Epp talks with Gojko about what he’s been up to since he was first on the podcast, managing hugely successful products with really small teams, and his new book about how to think about outl…
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Practically four years since the last time we chatted (over Zoom in COVID days), ¾ of 8-bit crEEps met me in the parking lot of Cobra Lounge. We talked about the band in advance of their opening slot for Ultimate Fakebook and Hembree at Cobra on Saturday 9/17. While we talked, we also enjoyed delicious macarons from Offbeat Macarons. Band drummer R…
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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (260: Ghostwriter) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 37: LorePodcast.com/episodes/37 Episode 61: LorePodcast.com/episodes/61 Episode 215: LorePodcast.com/episodes/215 ———————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music Episode Source…
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A caller tells me how his lifelong desire to have someone to love has led him to a series of impulsive choices. Later a caller tries to stay positive after getting fired and a final caller receives questionable advice from a doctor after ripping his penis. I forgot why I’m here. I am a gecko. Tickets for my Therapy Gecko live show experience are av…
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