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Welcome to ‘House of R,’ where Mallory Rubin and Joanna Robinson explore your favorite fictional universes with their signature Deep Dives into everything from ‘Game of Thrones’ to ‘Star Wars,’ ‘The Lord of the Rings’ to Marvel, and beyond. Whether they’re parsing mythology, story themes, and character arcs or tracing influences across decades of fantasy and sci-fi stories, Jo and Mal will be here weekly with Deep Dives into new nerd culture releases, nostalgic revisitations of their favorit ...
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Join Amber and Danielle, two millennial moms never without their kids or their kindles, every T&T Tuesday to talk all things books, motherhood, life, and anything else. We’re your book bffs you can bring with you in the car, to the gym, and during nap time. Each month join the T&T book club to read a book with us and discuss on the podcast!
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This is a show where my sister Belle and I talk about different bookish content. Topics include recent read talks, book to movie comparisons, bad retellings of classic stories, and more. New episode releases every other Sunday!
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hello and welcome to talk lit, get hit. a podcast where we read viral books the internet won’t shut up about and rate them lit or shit. we’re your hosts bridget and laura, lovers of sad girl fiction and tragic endings - fearers of smut, urban fantasy and the “who did this to you” trope. join us as we pick apart all the books the internet loves and embark on a journey to figure out why.
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The Rom Complex

Sam Frontera and Shelby Schwieterman

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Which came first, the romantic comedy or our messed up ways of thinking about love and relationships? Each week Sam Frontera and Shelby Schwieterman break down the romcom tropes that make their hearts sing and the ones that need to be tuned up. Listen to them talk about how these movies affected their relationships–for better and for worse.
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A bunch of cinephiles and retro TV connoisseurs group together to talk about ridiculous Action/Crime/Horror genre tropes, deadly protagonists, outrageous body counts, political conspiracies, over-the-top gimmick-driven premises and the merit of various franchises. Facebook: www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Twitter: https://x.com/JackedUpReview Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacked_up_podcast/
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Fanfiction taken seriously. Seriously! We interview authors, talk at length and in-depth about fics, we discuss characters and ships and tropes. This is a place for fanfiction community-- and cocktails!
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Buzzing about Romance is a Romance Readers Podcast. The Hosts of Buzzing about Romance love to talk about all things in the Romance Book Genre. They chat about their favorite books, tropes, authors and book boyfriends. The hosts also bring you an inside look to Publishing of Romance via Author and Industry Insiders interviews. They want the world to know just how amazing the HEA is.
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Dissecting Dragons

J.A. Ironside & M.E. Vaughan

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Authors J.A. Ironside and M.E. Vaughan talk about books, films and all aspects of speculative fiction, from the nuts and bolts of writing it, to its (occasionally) obscure origins.
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Sounds Fake But Okay

Sounds Fake But Okay

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A podcast where an aromantic asexual girl and a biromantic demisexual girl talk about all things to do with love, relationships, sexuality, and pretty much anything else that they just don't understand.
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“A Muslim & A Jew Go There” is a brand new podcast produced by Instinct Productions, hosted by comedian David Baddiel (author of “Jews Don’t Count”) and politician Sayeeda Warsi (“Muslims Don’t Matter”) who will take on whatever controversy hits the headlines each week, providing context and discussion around current political and cultural events involving and affecting British Muslims and Jews. Covering topics from antisemitism in the Labour party and Islamophobia in the Conservative Party ...
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Every other week, Valerie and Helen will look at a different chick flick (muff film, broad comedy, lady thriller, period movie, whathaveyou) and boil it down to its themes and how those themes affect our tender feminine emotions. Mostly we'll just go off on tangents about Sex and the City. We'll talk about chick flick tropes, like love triangles/squares/pentagons and sisterhood. We'll explore just how strong girl power actually is and if real vampires sparkle in the sunlight, or if that's ju ...
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Softest Lore

Laura Espinal Corpeno

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A lighthearted podcast dedicated to books and everything literary! Talking about everything, anything, and nothing at all. Just vibes and funny times! Official Instagram: @Softestlore Ko-Fi: @Softestlore
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Join the girl otakus of Anime Trending, Gracie, Isabelle, and Agnes, on their weekly roundtable discussions regarding anime! With topics ranging from character analysis, trope discussions, and personal preferences in anime, you are guaranteed to have a fun time listening to the many gossips of anime girl talk. Welcome to the Girltaku! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/girltaku/support
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The Swapcast Podcast

Paul Mizzi, Lucy Thomas & Brendan Levi

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Every episode hosts Paul Mizzi, Lucy Thomas, and Brendan Levi delve in to the wonderful world of the body swap trope in their inane quest to find gold in an oversaturated genre. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sorry, I'm Booked

Sorry, I'm Booked

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Just two girls who love to read and want to talk about it! Join us as we talk through all things book and book-inspired. All readers welcome! Send us a book rec over on our instagram @sorryimbooked.pod
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The QuackCast features Ozoneocean, Banes, Tantz Aerine, and Pitface, talking about writing, movies, webcomics, art, politics, philosophy, sexuality, and everything else! We're the hosts of the oldest webcomic host on the net, Drunkduck.com, aka theduckwebcomics. 20 years this year!
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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/creativewritingclub/subscribe Welcome to the Creative Writing Club! This is where I'll talk about writing techniques and give updates on new books coming out. Creative Writing Club Discord: https://discord.gg/UkqUZxzAVy Creative Writing Club Instagram: @creativewriting_club Check out my Instagram: @dark_night_wolves
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Jim (Father) and Zach (Son) talk about their ideas and perspectives on fantasy fiction, starting with Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time series but straying in various other directions as well. The generational difference in how they view what they read will become obvious (and entertaining, they hope!). Come enjoy our debates and explorations over what all these books mean, and see who you agree with.
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Sailor Noob

Just Enough Trope

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Sailor Noob is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan and a total noob go episode by episode through the original Sailor Moon series! Each week on Sailor Noob, hosts Mikanhana and Ka1iban talk about the heroic exploits of the Sailor Senshi, as well as the aspects of Japanese culture, clothing, and food seen in the series. Mikanhana is a Japanese language student who lived in Japan for a time; Ka1iban has never seen a single frame of the show. Join us as we Moon Prism Power "make up" each m ...
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We are Miranda Rake and Sarah Wheeler, two friends, mothers and professional writers on the parenting beat. The Mother of it All is our place to go deep into the culture of modern motherhood and have the conversations that truly challenge, feed and excite us. Expect warmth, humor and over-considered takes on hot topics, fresh takes on old ones, expert guests and good times. We're diving into the grey areas beyond the tropes — the wine moms, the rage moms, the anything moms — and instead spen ...
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winey writers

Abby Guy and Harrison Stewart

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two writers, phd students, and friends talking about everything from current reads, romance fiction, life in your early twenties, writing your first novel, and more — featuring occasional guest speakers, including industry professionals, authors, fellow academics and friends. Join our conversations about the books we love and hate, the ups and downs of being an emerging writer, what it’s like to be a phd student in writing, and everything else in between. This podcast embraces the messiness ...
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Webserial authors Daystar Eld and Alexander Wales talk about the craft of writing stories that make sense, and examine writing tropes and media through the lens of the Rational and Rationalist genres. Intro and Outro music is G.A.T.O. Must Be Respected, by Tim Yarbrough To contact us, please email daystar721@gmail.com Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rationally-writing/support
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TV, I Say w/ Ashley Ray

Earwolf & Ashley Ray-Harris

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TV, I Say w/ Ashley Ray is a podcast dedicated to all things TV, hosted by Ashley Ray, the internet’s leading TV pop culture expert! A writer for Vulture, Variety and Emmy Magazine, each week Ashley keeps listeners up to date on the shows everyone is talking about, digs deep into classic tropes, and breaks down the best moments in television with some of your favorite comedians, actors, TV writers and more! TV, I Say with Ashley Ray is the hangout sitcom of a podcast you’ve been waiting for.
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Scream Creeps

The Heart of Geek - Jeremy

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A horror podcast talking about everything horror with The Heart of Geek group. We will talk about anything from tropes to comparisons and all else horror. We hope you enjoy :)
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A podcast by and for lovers of the television show Supernatural and the fan fiction it inspires. We interview fanfic authors and recommend our favorite stories, narrate SPN podfics, and deconstruct the show, characters, themes, etc. If Supernatural and FanFic can intersect then we'll probably talk about it. Join us in the backseat!
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Welcome to Bookmarked and Busy: A Fanfic Appreciation Podcast, where each episode your host Ren will be joined by a fanfiction author or reader to talk favorite tropes, ships, and the ins and outs of fanfiction. Nothing is off the table, and this podcast is a judgment-free zone. It’s also an NSFW zone, so listener discretion is advised!
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Control Your Shelf

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Three of your favorite Barnes Booksellers spill all their tea about books! Each episode covers a different title, and each episode in it’s entirety will be full of spoilers, so beware! Whether you just want to hear what all the buzz on a book is about(we’re talking about you, BookTok-ers), or if you simply need those comfort spoilers like we do, then come join in on our chaos.
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Hot and Bothered

Not Sorry Productions

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Hot and Bothered is all about the power of romance culture. We analyze romance novels and movies to better imagine our own happy endings. Episodes release weekly on Tuesdays. CURRENT SEASON: Hot and Bothered (Movie Edition) We make Hot and Bothered because we are interested in the way that love stories have impacted our lives and culture. For our fifth season of the show, we’re turning our attention to romantic films. Vanessa and Hannah McGregor dig into the canon of romantic films, from Tit ...
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Come join two high school teenagers as they sit down to talk about their favorite (and not so favorite) bookish things, ranging from trendy tropes to diversifying your bookshelf. We promise that this podcast won’t be anything like the English classes you’re used to in school. (WARNING: there will be a spoiler section)
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A character is hurt. A character is comforted. It’s all about vulnerability on today’s episode where we explore one of our favorite tropes: hurt/comfort! (Called “whump” in some circles.) From the cathartic reader experience of seeing beloved characters looked after and cared for to the versatility of a writing tool that enables characters to open …
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We get to interview the crew of the KEOM 88.5 FM Oldies Station. Station Manager Shondra Tharp & Music Manager Tyler Sloan sum up how the history lesson segments, broadcasting training, dedicated students & pitch meetings all came about! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast⁠ Facebook Page: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewSho…
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What is in the This Week in Science Podcast? This Week: Crusty Content, More Mayo!, Horses, Lemurs, Hot Hearing, Shifting Values, Music Helps!, Memory Mechanism, And Much More Science! Become a Patron! Check out the full unedited episode of our science podcast on YouTube or Twitch. And, remember that you can find TWIS in all […] The post 14 August,…
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In this video, I dive deep into my thoughts on "Dust of Dreams," the ninth book in the Malazan Book of the Fallen series by Steven Erikson. Contrary to what some readers experience, I share why I didn't hate this installment, exploring its themes, character development, and intricate plotlines that actually totally sucked me in. Join me as I unpack…
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"I am McLovin!" For Episode 326, David and Brandon continue their series on high school movies by looking at SUPERBAD. Listen as they talk about Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg's process of writing the script, how the film's young cast was selected, and what the SUPERBAD cast did during their press tour in honor of HOT FUZZ. Also, there are two audio …
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I'm joined by Trevor Smigelski (from Theater of War Podcast) to detail the WW2 mini-series trilogy by Tom Hanks & Spielberg's production studios. Why did BAND OF BROTHERS perfectly redefine the whole point of an epic mini-series? Why was THE PACIFIC a slow-burn viewing comfort? And how did MASTERS OF THE AIR break new terrain despite delays & going…
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I did not think they would be so eager to pod. Mal and Jo are back to send off Season 2 of 'House of the Dragon' properly! They offer up their season awards, including Most Improved Character, Best Set Piece, the Season MVP, and much more (09:33). Then they answer your burning questions with an ‘HOTD’ mailbag (01:04:31). Later, they go into their h…
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Get ready for an adrenaline rush as we countdown the Top 10 Action Movies You NEED to Watch Before You Die! In this thrilling video, I'm completing an exhilarating journey through the most iconic and heart-pounding action films that have defined the genre. We started at number 50, working our way up in previous videos, and now it's time for the bes…
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"We're all pretty bizarre. Some of us are just better at hiding it, that's all." Take a listen to our special Throwback Episode on the life and movies of filmmaker John Hughes. Listen as Brandon and Thomas discuss Hughes' early life, his reoccurring themes, casting choices for his films, and why he has such an impact on both the coming-of-age genre…
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My usual partners (Gil, Mike & Oreo) are rejoined by Blogger Shahi Sabzevari (The Arnold Fans) & Filmmaker Jack Bennett (Never Surrender: A Galaxy Quest Documentary) to sum up their favorite moments of the TERMINATOR saga. What moments in the comics somewhat predicted future movie sequels? What are some great scenes that don't get talked about enou…
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this week, we are attending a trope themed cocktail party, and so we're taking this opportunity to discuss everything book tropes! Our favourite tropes, least favourite tropes, how we feel about books being marketed by their tropes, which tropes we are absolutely sick of, and which tropes we use in our own writing.…
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Vanessa Zoltan meets Casper ter Kuile on a beach in Cannes to record this week’s episode, all about the 1995 movie French Kiss directed by Lawrence Kasdan. This week we discuss the 'criminal with a heart of gold' trope and the power of kissing. We finish the episode with an interview with anxiety coach Dave Carbonell, all about aerophobia (a fear o…
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Dive into the adrenaline-pumping world of cinema with our countdown of the 50 BEST ACTION MOVIES EVER! From explosive blockbusters to cult classics, I've curated a list that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Discover jaw-dropping stunts, unforgettable characters, and iconic fight scenes that define the action genre. Can you guess which film t…
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We chatted about Greek Myths last week and found the subject so interesting that we thought we'd do a part two! So even MORE Greek myth stuff for Quackcast 700. There are just so many great stories like the myth of the Hydra and how it was so hard to kill because when one of its many heads were cut off it would just grow another one. Or the Minotau…
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we delve into the shocking and convoluted case of Pam Hupp, a woman whose life and actions have become the subject of intense scrutiny and fascination. Known for her chilling and perplexing involvement in multiple criminal investigations, Hupp's story is one of deception, betrayal, and murder. Pam Hupp, a seemingly ordinary woman from Missouri, fir…
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In this brief episode, I sum up the outrageously trashy BAD BEN movie franchise. How can something be so-bad-it's-good (and now it's just plain bad)? Do any Found Footage movie fans even dig this? Does anyone actually think it's realistic (and how insecure does one have to be to think that)? Find out more in easily the most bizarre franchise we hav…
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It’s been a while but the Agent of Chaos and Kink is back for another very important lecture. Today’s subject matter in Sex Education with Kasey is hygiene. The breadth of material to cover required so much detailed research (and compromising of Internet browser search history) that an assistant was needed. Lucky for us all, Dreamer was up for the …
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Sebastian Nothwell (he/him) interviews E. H. Lupton (she/they) about under-explored eras of historical fiction through a queer lens and the community of indie publishing. E. H. Lupton (she/they) is the author of the 1960s-set queer fantasy romance trilogy Dionysus in Wisconsin, Old Time Religion, and Troth. You can connect with them at their websit…
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They're about to make a name for themselves, here! Mal and Jo put their claws on and dive into the success and fun of 'Deadpool & Wolverine'! They dive into their opening snapshot and issue their favorite things that came out of the summer's billion-dollar blockbuster (10:51). Later, they hand out some awards for the film (01:05:07) before discussi…
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Get ready for a heart-pounding ride as I continue revealing my ultimate list of 50 mind-blowing action movies you can't miss! From edge-of-your-seat thrillers to epic blockbusters, this video showcases a diverse range of films that will keep your adrenaline pumping. Whether you're a fan of high-speed chases, explosive fight scenes, or gripping stor…
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Get ready for an adrenaline rush with this latest of our video series, Top Action Movies of All Time! In this thrilling countdown, we explore the most electrifying action films that have left audiences on the edge of their seats. From breathtaking stunts to heart-pounding chase scenes, these movies redefine excitement and keep you guessing until th…
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Welcome to our countdown of the Top Action Movies of All Time! If you're an action lover, you won't want to miss this ultimate list of must-watch films that have defined the genre and kept audiences on the edge of their seats. From thrilling car chases to epic battles and unforgettable heroics, these movies deliver heart-pounding excitement and unf…
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in this, our longest episode ever, we call upon strength from our subconsciouses and inner goddesses to do a merengue with some salsa moves thrown in and tackle the mammoth task of discussing fifty shades of grey by e.l. james (aka. snowsqueens icedragon). we once again find ourselves discussing the twilight saga and its associated fan fiction, saf…
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Back to our regularly scheduled program. This week we are joined by none other than Kyle Ng, vibe curator, co-founder and creative director of the cutting edge, trippy, music forward, and multi-product clothing brand Braindead. He tells us about his trip to Paris for the Olympics with Oakley and goes on to break down the culture-first ethos of the …
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Mike Ensing & James Bruno return to showcase their retro pop culture knowledge as always. This time though, we give a salute to the endless influence, outrageous skits & legacy of the revolutionarty late-night talk show host Johnny Carson! (We even play his iconic theme song to close us out!) MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast⁠ Fa…
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In this week's episode, I will be going over 7 tips and tricks to help you come up with titles for your stories CWC Premium: - Patreon: patreon.com/CreativeWritingClubPodcast - Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/creativewritingclub/subscribe LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/CreativeWriting_Club Purchase My Novels: - Amazon: https://www.ama…
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Hey what's up hello! This week we are talking about trad wives by way of the Ballerina Farm controversy. What are they? Why are they? Are they okay??? Content Notice: Mentions of miscarriages The Times Article: https://www.thetimes.com/magazines/the-sunday-times-magazine/article/meet-the-queen-of-the-trad-wives-and-her-eight-children-plfr50cgk Dona…
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Send us a Text Message. Guess what? It's interview time! I had the pleasure of Vanessa Lanang, a brilliant fantasy and contemporary romance author! Join us as we discuss the BTS of "Fireheart" and the "The Beautiful Game"! Vanessa transports the reader into a world of fierce dragons and thrilling romance. Follow Kaliyah as she navigates an intricat…
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Sailor Noob is the podcast where a Sailor Moon superfan and a total noob go episode by episode through the original Sailor Moon series! CW: violence, sexual assault Things get complex this week as Usagi ends up on a date with Seiya! Is this the start of something special or will Sailor Iron Mouse end them both? In this episode, we discuss host and …
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Dive into the enchanting world of fantasy literature as we uncover the Top Fantasy Authors You've Been Sleeping On! In this video, we spotlight talented writers who may not be on your radar but are crafting extraordinary stories that deserve your attention. From breathtaking world-building to unforgettable characters, these authors are pushing the …
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I invite my colleague and drumming musician Cam Sather on the show to discuss discusses his various bands (inc. Worst Case Scenario), using places like Fiveer & Distrokid to publish music and his music influences (which include the likes of Pearce the Veil & Linkin Park). How do artists get any exposure when everyone wants to only use Spotify these…
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While Sam is unfortunately absent from this episode, Steven and Daniel met at Smoker’s Abbey in East Nashville to discuss Robert Downey Jr’s return to the MCU as Doctor Doom and then do a deep dive into Schuyler Hernstrom’s magnificent short story The Gift of the Ob-men, originally published in 2016 in Cirsova magazine and later collected in Hernst…
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What is in the This Week in Science Podcast? This Week: Interview W/Dr. Emily Fischer, Cats, Dogs, COVID and Flu Nasal Vaccines, Concrete, Greenland, Thick Leaves, Sea Lions, Racing Horses, Starliner, Early Evolution, Rock Art, Brains, Earbud Fatigue, And Much More Science! Become a Patron! Check out the full unedited episode of our science podcast…
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Are you feeling the weight of fantasy fatigue? In this video, we dive into the five most annoying fantasy tropes that are cluttering the genre and causing reader burnout. From overdone clichés to frustrating plot devices, we explore the common reader gripes that contribute to creative exhaustion and fantasy innovation stagnation. Join us as we diss…
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"They're all going to laugh at you." For Episode 325, David and Brandon discuss the first film adaptation of Stephen King's CARRIE. Listen as they discuss which other classic film was auditioning along with CARRIE, Sissy Spacek's starmaking performance, and why people are continuously fascinated by the filmography of Brian De Palma. Opening Banter …
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Filmmaker, Author & Super Geek Jack Bennett returns once more to summarize why all the villains in any incarnation of ROBOCOP always are the most scene-stealing, intriguing and ruthless each time they're on-screen! MAIN LINKS: LinkTree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/JURSPodcast⁠ Facebook Page: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠ht…
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