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An arts podcast inspiring romanticism in today's world by connecting with artisans, storytellers, musicians, naturalists, creators, and passionate people doing remarkable things. We feature guests in a laid-back setting with a live show on most Mondays, and the occasional Sunday. Check our social media accounts for the live stream, and announcements. Visit us online at www.themodrom.com Support us by becoming a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/modernromantic/subscribe
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As someone who loves kdrama, I find that poetry is a great way to convey your feelings without speaking while Korean drama, on the other hand, feels like the world is happening to me! Both are captivating in their own way. This is what my podcast is about! -Leila Brown
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Here you’ll find mysterious deaths, morbid fascinations, disturbing stories, and otherwise spooky events from the Victorian Era. If you consider yourself an enthusiast of creepy Victorian history, you probably already know about the age of spiritualism, the grizzly murders, the grave robbers, twisted pseudo psychotherapy, and memento mori – But I try to dig a little deeper. This was a time full of lace corsetry, romantic poetry, and a deep reverence and affection for the dead. It was a cultu ...
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The podcast aims to spread Urdu Adab to people who cannot read or write urdu. It will contain short stories which are meaningful, funny, romantic & sarcastic as well as poetry, literature and other forms of Urdu Adab.
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Nature's Lead

NaturesLead.com

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This podcast both examines and inspires a certain approach towards life that is based both on personal philosophies and on, more importantly, the writings of people such as Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau. The host, while working in technology for a major corporation, holds a Master's in English Literature and is a true Romantic.
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Join Lisa VanDamme as she guides you through The Romantics by Edmond Rostand. Recommended Book Url: https://readwithme.app.link/IhjAgeFkSjb Description This three-act comedy by Edmond Rostand, best known for his enduringly beloved play Cyrano de Bergerac, is the story of two star-crossed lovers from feuding families forced to whisper their sweet nothings across a wall. Or is it… Even before the curtain closes on Act I, Rostand has turned this seemingly cliché scenario on its head, with uproa ...
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John Keats is perhaps the most talented poet of the English Romantic Period. Although his life was cut short by disease at the age of 25, he produced some of the most famous poems in world literature. Less erudite and philosophical than Shelley and not so technically versatile as Byron, he displayed a sure poetic instinct and an amazing ability to appeal powerfully to the senses and to the emotions by the brilliance of his diction. Thus his poetry is noted more for exquisite feeling than for ...
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The Writing Life

National Centre for Writing

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We’re a podcast for anyone who writes. Every week we talk to writers about their writing journeys and techniques, from early career debuts to self-publishers and narrative designers. We’ve featured Margaret Atwood, Jackie Kay, Sara Collins, Antti Tuomainen, Val McDermid, Sarah Perry, Elif Shafak and many more! The Writing Life is produced by the National Centre for Writing at Dragon Hall in Norwich.
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Let me take you on a musical journey and bring out our best feelings from the past, present and future. Uplift your spirits and emotions. Be positive, outward and onward... Take the music where ever you go and enjoy. Each intro, track, middle and ending carefully chosen and mixed together for your best listening pleasure. I thank you for listening and grateful if you love, share and follow me ! Positive feedback welcome ! Peace and Love Guy F
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Anyone who has ever been on a package tour with a group of strangers who soon become friends, and passed time swapping stories with them, would instantly identify with this timeless classic of English literature. The Canterbury Tales by Geoffrey Chaucer recounts twenty different stories recounted by a diverse group of pilgrims who gather at The Tabard Inn in Southwark, near London, before setting out for the shrine of Thomas Becket in Canterbury. The Host of the inn proposes that they entert ...
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The Thunder Mutters

Becky Dellow/Adam Horovitz

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The Thunder Mutters is a podcast in love with music, and with the music of words. Presented fortnightly by poet Adam Horovitz and fiddle player Becky Dellow, it takes its name from the poem by John Clare. We will be exploring the connections between music and poetry, concentrating for the first year of the podcast on Clare’s 'The Shepherd’s Calendar' and on the tunes Clare gathered. Every month, we will bring you the appropriate section of the Calendar interspersed with relevant tunes that C ...
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KARD RADIO

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This podcast is representative of KARD. KARD is one of the Discord Server that talk about Communities, Hobbies, and Youth Movement. And now, KARD is Media Partner Content.
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A podcast about John Keats, PB Shelley, Mary Shelley and Lord Byron, Romanticism and Rome hosted by James Kidd. For the Keats-Shelley Memorial Association and the Young Romantics and Keats-Shelley Prizes. Contact: podcast@keats-shelley.org
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Soundtrack to this episode (it's Stephen Kampa!) Topics discussed in this episode include: -Go read New Verse Review! -Go listen to my talk on SLEERICKETS about Horace's Ars Poetica! -Go listen to the mighty Fer de Lance! -The Sleerickets Stephen Kampa episode -Immanuel Kant's Critique of Pure Reason -From Transcendental Idealism to Transcendentali…
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In this episode of The Writing Life, novelists and NCW Academy tutors Benjamin Johncock and Megan Bradbury give insight into their writing lives, and offer their advice to emerging novelists and writers of all kinds. Benjamin Johncock is an award-winning novelist, short story writer and journalist. His debut novel, The Last Pilot, was published in …
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Born and raised on a ranch in Ekalaka, Montana, Clinton grew up witnessing how agriculture shapes the rugged Montana landscape. He transforms the tools and materials once used to build barbed-wire fences into stunning art that capture the untamed Western spirit. Inspired by the profound beauty of nature and the agricultural life he grew up with, Cl…
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Soundtrack to this episode Topics discussed in this episode include: -Elegy Written in a Country Churchyard by Thomas Gray -Portrait of the artist in a digital world -The New York Times 100 Best Books of the 21st Century -The decline and fall of poetry -Four paths to pecuniary stability -My episode on Amit Majmudar -"Patronage" by Amit Majmudar -Te…
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In this episode of The Writing Life, NCW Programme Officer Vicki is joined by novelist and NCW Academy tutor Melissa Fu to discuss the difficult task of writing your second novel. Melissa’s writing appears in several publications including The Lonely Crowd, International Literature Showcase, Bare Fiction, Wasafiri Online, and The Willowherb Review.…
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In today's episode, Genevieve discusses how Tuberculosis influenced fashion, hazardous beauty routines, deadly hatpins, the dangers of corsets, and strange, kind of gross beauty trends, as well as some really weird and intriguing facts about Victorian fashion. References for today's episode: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/how-tubercu…
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Welcome the amazingly multi-talented author, photographer, podcast host, painter and ballroom dancer, Jennifer Anne Gordon! Jennifer has won the Kindle Award for Best Horror & Reader’s Choice Best Novel and she's an NBC News Radio cohost among many other things! We sat down with her and delve into the world of horror, art, and her fuzzy-tailed love…
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Today’s episode is going to be a little different. Genevieve will be reading horrifying stories from the Illustrated Police News from 1871, and giving context to the stories. Warning: Some of these are deeply disturbing, and related to child abuse, domestic abuse and suicide. If you’re triggered by these topics, please be aware that they will be di…
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In this episode of The Writing Life podcast, NCW Communications Assistant Caitlin is joined by author PJ Ellis to discuss writing romantic comedies. PJ Ellis is a journalist covering relationships, pop culture and LGBTQ+ issues. His writing has appeared in publications including GQ, Teen Vogue, Man Repeller, Men’s Health and MTV. His short fiction …
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We invited a few of our previous guests back to the show for a special afternoon full of readings of their choosing, and what a delight! Thank you to: Laura Packer laurapacker.com Emily Kramer theemilykramer.com Kurt Ward kurtward.com Christen Horne and Jacob Wise worldofurda.com Lisa DiVita lisadivita.com Zan Campbell fellandfair.com Chris Hunter …
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If Charlie Daniels married a female Jerry Lee Lewis, you'd get Cliff and Susan—a married country duo from Little Rock, Arkansas, captivating audiences worldwide with their incredible piano, fiddle, and guitar performances. Their lively, request-driven, and interactive shows keep crowds entertained for hours as they masterfully deliver diverse music…
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Soundtrack to this episode Topics discussed in this episode include: -The Beatles -Beatles documentary "Get Back" -"The Other Frost" by Randall Jarrell -"Robert Frost: or, the Spiritual Drifter as Poet" by Yvor Winters -"The Other Other Frost" by William Logan -"The Themes of Robert Frost" by Robert Penn Warren -"A History of Modern Poetry" by Davi…
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In today's episode, Genevieve dives into the spine tingling world of Victorian Spiritualism. She'll talk about where it all began, what a Victorian materializing seance would entail, the ways mediums would trick people into believing they were talking to dead people, and the history of the Ouija board. References for today's episode: https://www.th…
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In this episode of The Writing Life podcast, NCW Chief Executive Peggy Hughes is joined by author Jon McGregor to discuss researching for fiction. Jon McGregor is an award-winning author and short story writer. He has been nominated for the Booker Prize for three of his novels, including his 2002 debut If Nobody Speaks of Remarkable Things, which a…
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This piece critiques the pervasive sexualization in modern society. Exploring how women's bodies are often objectified and commodified, leading to a loss of personal value and dignity. This contrasts the superficial allure of provocative behavior with the deeper, intrinsic worth of respect and honor. It calls for a return to valuing women for their…
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This spoken word piece addresses the misconceptions surrounding Congolese men. It explores the richness of Congolese culture, emphasizing the resilience, strength, and pride that define its people. Through vivid imagery and heartfelt verses, the piece challenges stereotypes and highlights the diverse and vibrant lives of Congolese men. It calls for…
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In today’s episode, Genevieve will discuss the wild world of Victorian vampires. She'll discuss vampire panic and vampire autopsies of the 1800s, real vampires - or at least, folks who were believed to be real vampires, and the inspirations for everyone's favorite vampire, Dracula. References for today's episode: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_E…
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Soundtrack to this episode For text of poem, please see episode transcript at versecraft.buzzsprout.com. Topics discussed in this episode include: -C'est Moi, MBS's response to my episode Giving the Devil His Due -My review of Matthew's book, "Midlife," entitled The Poet Laureate of Crushed Dreams -My episode on the Pathetic Fallacy with Matthew an…
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On today's episode, Genevieve talks about the life and times of a Ms. Mary Mallon, otherwise known as Typhoid Mary – much to her chagrin. References for today's show: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_Mallon https://the-line-up.com/north-brother-island https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/north-brother-island https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2019/03/28/ar…
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In this episode of The Writing Life, scriptwriters Stephen Keyworth and James McDermott discuss the craft and industry of writing for long-running radio or television serials, commonly known as soaps. Stephen Keyworth is an award-winning director and writer who has worked extensively as a director in theatre and written over 60 hours of television,…
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To those navigating the unseen traumas, generational curses, and unexpected life paths, this is for you. Whether it's the struggles of staying afloat, the disappointment of unmet expectations, and the hope that lies in resilience. Whether you're a woman who envisioned marriage and motherhood by 30 or a man seeking financial stability and family, th…
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Wildly entertaining and wickedly witty Christina Dodd is with us this episode. Christina is a New York Times bestseller, and writer of romance, suspense, thrillers and paranormal novels. In this episode we discuss the $750 tomato, Lord of the Rings and her daughter Arwen, and hew new book Daughter of Verona. Learn more about Christina at christinad…
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In today's episode, Genevieve talks about the deeply disturbing world of Victorian Children’s stories and the twisted origins of some nursery rhymes of the time that we still enjoy today. References for today's episode: https://www.saturdayeveningpost.com/2019/04/the-creepy-and-harsh-lessons-of-early-childrens-books/ https://news.ufl.edu/archive/19…
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Soundtrack to this episode Topics discussed in this episode include: -"The Roots of Romanticism" by Isaiah Berlin -The Jena Set and the Schlegels -"Rousseau and Romanticism" by Irving Babbitt -Harold Bloom -"Science, Politics, and Gnosticism" by Eric Voegelin -"Classic, Romantic, and Modern" by Jacques Barzun -Inferno IV and XXVI -Prometheus Bound …
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In today's episode, Genevieve covers the life and mysterious death of beloved gothic fiction writer, Edgar Allan Poe. My Main References: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_of_Edgar_Allan_Poe https://www.popularmechanics.com/culture/a45782209/edgar-allan-poe-death-mystery/ https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/still-mysterious-death-edgar-allan-p…
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In this episode of The Writing Life, we’re joined by writers and NCW Academy tutors Dan Richards and Edward Parnell to discuss the process of researching, writing, and publishing narrative non-fiction books. Dan Richards is a writer and journalist who specialises in travel, memoir, and culture. He has taught at Bristol University, and currently tut…
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With a background that spans continents and disciplines, Dr. Howard brings a dynamic energy and unparalleled expertise to our virtual stage. From her groundbreaking work in performance studies to her latest ventures in filmmaking, Dr. Howard's journey is as captivating as it gets! Join us for an exhilarating conversation packed with insights, diale…
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Scott Hamm is a fun and multitalented guy. In this touching and fun episode we sit down with Scott Hamm Duenas to discuss his journey, his immense gratitude and relationship with his mom, and his upcoming movie Final Wager which is now available to stream everywhere. Follow Scott online at www.instagram.com/scotthamm8…
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In this week's episode, Genevieve talks about elaborate Victorian funeral traditions, what was, and was not, acceptable mourning fashion of the day, Queen Victoria’s obsession with her dead husband that sparked the trends, the hardship and power of 19th-century widowhood, as well as the almost fetishistic keepsaking of the deceased.…
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Soundtrack to this episode Text of poem Topics discussed in this episode: -My sojourn in Gaul -ITER! -Atomic Fusion -The contemptible STEM/Humanities divide -Amit Majmudar! -Sleerickets Episode 144 -Amphibrachic hexameter -"The Birth of Tragedy" by Friedrich Nietzsche -The Solar Cycle -Apollo, the inverse Romantic -Homer's Odyssey -The myth of Daph…
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In this episode of The Writing Life podcast, NCW Chief Executive Peggy Hughes is joined by author and professional campaigner Sarah P Corbett to discuss craftivism, a form of activism and collective empowerment that is centered on practices of craft. Sarah P Corbett is an activist, author, speaker, and the founder of Craftivist Collective. She is k…
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Yulin Kuang's impressive resume includes writing and directing credits on hit shows like The CW’s "I Ship It" and Hulu’s "Dollface". Now she's taking the literary world by storm with her debut novel, "How to End a Love Story", featured on Vogue, Elle, People Magazine, NPR, and more! But that's not all—Yulin is also the adapting screenwriter for Emi…
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In this episode of The Writing Life, Holly is joined by Colchester-based playwright and HighTide/Peggy Ramsay Foundation writer in residence Nicola Werenowska and Norwich-based folk musician Georgia Shackleton to discuss writing for performance. Nicola and Georgia were central to the development of Suffolk-based theatre company HighTide’s touring s…
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Experience a journey through the valleys and mountaintops of faith with this piece that captures the essence of navigating difficult seasons as a Christian. Delve into the depths of struggle, doubt, and unwavering trust as the transformative power of faith in adversity is explored. Through heartfelt verses and poignant imagery, this piece offers so…
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COME OUT TO CLEVELAND June 13th to hear David, Matthew, and Ryan read! Soundtrack to this episode Topics discussed in this episode include: -Au revoir until June! -"The Birth of Tragedy" by Friederich Nietzsche -"The Picture of Dorian Gray" by Oscar Wilde -"Pere Goriot" by Honore de Balzac -The aesthetic parasite -"And Which of Them In Time Would B…
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Lesley Pyke is a renowned glass engraver hailing from Suffolk, UK. From her first scratch on a wine glass in Zimbabwe to her impressive clientele including celebrities and European Royalty, Lesley's journey in glass engraving is nothing short of inspiring. During this episode, we discuss the beauty of glass and the meaningful art of engraving, the …
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