Best Trials Of Apollo Podcasts (2024)

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141: Snakes Canonically Love Rainbows (CHALICE OF THE GODS Ch 19-24) 47:51

5h ago47:51

47:51

This one starts off strong, with Percy enchanting a bunch of snakes with a rainbow (the snakes say gay rights!). They complete their quest for Iris, and in exchange learn about a mysterious Gary (not the snail), who has likely stolen the cup. Percy gives relationship advice to Grover. Erin still thinks Grover is a bad boyfriend. Sally announces her…

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Evolution: Natural Selection, Genetic Drift, Origin of Life, Cellular Complexity, Epigenetics | Michael Lynch | #166 1:29:28

27m ago1:29:28

1:29:28

Send us a Text Message. About the guest: Michael Lynch, PhD is an evolutionary biologist at Arizona State University who studies the origins of genomic and cellular complexity. Episode summary: Nick and Dr. Lynch discuss: natural selection vs. genetic drift; genetic mutations & the speed of evolution; origin of life; the evolution of cellular compl…

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PUFAs in Brain Health & Disease, Dietary Fats, Brain Lipids, Nutrition | Richard Bazinet | #165 1:41:18

3d ago1:41:18

1:41:18

Send us a Text Message. About the guest: Richard Bazinet, PhD is neurochemist and nutritional scientist at the University of Toronto. His lab studies brain lipid metabolism in health and disease. Episode summary: Nick and Dr. Bazinet discuss: lipid metabolism in the liver and brain; dietary fatty acids (saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated);…

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140: Swimmy Jackson and the Stolen Cup ft. Demigod Debut Podcast (CHALICE OF THE GODS Ch 13-18) 1:00:50

5d ago1:00:50

1:00:50

This week we are joined by our new friend Mal from Demigod Debut Podcast to talk all about The River Elisson and Yonkers. Mal confesses to crimes almost immediately. Erin thinks Grover is a bad boyfriend again. What was the point of Blanche? We’re not sure. Mal, a New York resident, gives us some context on Yonkers. We give Percy a new name. He is …

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The Red Pyramid Ch. 5-6: Where in Brooklyn is the Brooklyn House? 54:51

10d ago54:51

54:51

*Slight Spoilers for Season 1 of Moon Knight on Disney Plus!!* Joined by returning guest Phoebe from Monster Donut, we journey through some juicy lore-filled chapters in Carter's POV and discuss international nome naming conventions, sleuth on Google maps, argue Brooklyn House vs. Camp Half-Blood, think further on mixed race stories and representat…

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Immortality: Tower of Nero, Ch. 33 - 36 35:15

13d ago35:15

35:15

This week Ava, Brayden, and Niamh talk godly families, what the thesis statement of this series was, and how well Rick wrote Bi-Con Apollo as they analyze the Trials of Apollo: Tower of Nero Chapters 33 - 36 through the theme of Immortality. Find Us on Socials:Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok: ⁠@ReturnToCamp⁠For more of your Hosts: @bryd…

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36: Emily Loses Track Of Reality | The Sun and the Star 1:31:25

11d ago1:31:25

1:31:25

This week, we're reading the last of the Camp Half-Blood Chronicles books (so far), The Sun and the Star by Mark Oshiro and Rick Riordan. Discussion topics may include: Orpheus and Eurydice, the purpose of storytelling, mothers, memory, mythic side characters, how Nico sees Percy, PTSD, Pandora, and embracing darkness and light. Check us out on Pat…

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139: My Godly Parent Is Lettuce (CHALICE OF THE GODS Ch 7-12) 46:27

12d ago46:27

46:27

Did you know there is deep lore about Hebe and lettuce? Well, you do now! Tune in to learn about how lettuce might be Hebe’s real dad. Also, Percy, Annabeth, and Grover fight some chickens as 8 year olds (classic shenanigans). We get some insight on a normal demigod week. We lament growing older and sound like we’re pushing 60 despite not even bein…

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Seed Oils, Chronic Disease, Diet & Religious Cults, Mainstream Medicine vs. Independent Research | Tucker Goodrich | Independent Scholars #1 20:38

15d ago20:38

20:38

Send us a Text Message. About the guest: Tucker Goodrich is an independent researcher and self-described “seed oil zealot” who credits many of his own health improvements with minimizing his consumption of industrial seed oils. He runs a Substack page, and provides interesting commentary about scientific research on seed oils, metabolic health, and…

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The Red Pyramid Ch. 3-4: Our Little Sister Sadie 43:36

17d ago43:36

43:36

Joined by returning guest Sophia Raines, we get into Sadie Kane's FIRST perspective and begin to learn all about our brand new little sister! Discussion topics include her inherent emotional maturity, absolute power moves against the British police, and potentially fake posh English accent?? Plus a very complicated relationship to both sides of her…

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Household: Tower of Nero, Ch. 29 - 32 54:45

18d ago54:45

54:45

This week Ava, Brayden, and Niamh look at how Nero's Imperial Household and the Olympians analog each other, praise Meg's character arc, and make a definitive list of Bebe Rexhas as they analyze the Trials of Apollo: Tower of Nero Chapters 25 - 28 through the theme of Megalomania. Find Us on Socials:Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok: ⁠@Re…

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Dopamine, Reward, Motivation, Lateral Hypothalamus, Feeding Behavior & Eating Disorders | Melissa Sharpe | M&M #164 1:08:39

19d ago1:08:39

1:08:39

Send us a Text Message. About the guest: Melissa Sharpe, PhD is a neuroscientist. Her lab at the University of Sydney studies reinforcement and reward learning in rodents. Episode summary: Nick and Dr. Sharpe discuss: dopamine and its association with reward learning and motivation; reinforcement learning & the brain; the lateral hypothalamus and f…

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138: We Found God In This Hebe Jeebies (CHALICE OF THE GODS Ch 1-6) 56:55

19d ago56:55

56:55

We are so excited to start Chalice of the Gods with you all and get back to reading about Percy, Annabeth, and Grover! We start off with chapters 1-6, and celebrate the return of first person Percy. There are some real sweet Percabeth moments in these first few chapters. Also, Sally Jackson. Percy embarks on his new quest, with the help of his best…

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Anesthesia, Placebo Effects, Consciousness, Subjectivity, MDMA, Ketamine, Opioids, Psychedelics | Boris Heifets | M&M #163 1:44:35

22d ago1:44:35

1:44:35

Send us a Text Message. About the guest: Boris Heifets, MD, PhD is an anesthesiologist and researcher at Stanford University. His lab studies non-ordinary states of consciousness and psychoactive drugs like MDMA, ketamine, and psychedelics. Episode summary: Nick and Dr. Heifets discuss: anesthesia and how anesthetics work; placebo effects & expecta…

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The Red Pyramid Ch. 1-2: New Favorite Carter 37:37

24d ago37:37

37:37

Joined by real live British person and inaugural Kane Chronicles guest Fran McMahon, we kick off this brand new adventure in London! Jumping into opening lore, observing early family dynamics, and of course, ranking the world's most famous Carters. Find Fran's books here: https://francescamcmahon.com/publications More on the British Museum's stolen…

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Megalomania: Tower of Nero, Ch. 25 - 28 1:03:30

25d ago1:03:30

1:03:30

This week Ava, Brayden, and Niamh talk types of antagonists, how Nero compares to Kronos and Gaea, and how to beat the heat as they analyze the Trials of Apollo: Tower of Nero Chapters 25 - 28 through the theme of Megalomania. Find Us on Socials:Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok: ⁠@ReturnToCamp⁠For more of your Hosts: @brydnstllmn @niamhh…

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Drugs, Addiction & Neuroplasticity: Psychedelics, MDMA, Opioids, Cocaine, Amphetamine (Adderall), Nicotine, Marijuana & Alcohol | Robert Malenka | #162 1:34:42

28d ago1:34:42

1:34:42

Send us a Text Message. About the guest: Robert Malenka, MD, PhD is psychiatrist & neuroscientist. He has spent most of his career at Stanford University, where his lab studies synaptic plasticity, mechanisms of drug action in the brain, and the neural basis of behavior. Episode summary: Nick and Dr. Malenka discuss: mechanisms of synaptic plastici…

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GLP-1, Weight Loss Drugs, Ozempic, Obesity, NMDA Receptors, Metabolism & Brain Health | Christoffer Clemmensen | M&M #161 1:32:36

1M ago1:32:36

1:32:36

Send us a Text Message. About the guest: Christoffer Clemmensen, PhD is scientist running the Metabolism & Molecular Pharmacology group at the University of Copenhagen in Denmark. His lab studies the biological basis of obesity & other metabolic disorders. Episode summary: Nick and Dr. Clemmensen discuss: GLP-1 & gut hormones; obesity & metabolic d…

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Intro to The Kane Chronicles! 45:54

1M ago45:54

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IT'S FINALLY TIME! THE MOMENT YOU DEMIGODS AND MAGICIANS HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR!!! WE ARE KANE BOUND! And to kick us off on this thrilling new journey (and most importantly, give everyone time to locate a local a copy of The Red Pyramid) we give you this introduction episode full of useful PJO comparative conversation, 2010 historical context, perso…

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Respect: The Tower of Nero, Ch. 21 - 24 35:05

1M ago35:05

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This week Ava, Brayden, and Niamh talk self respect, earning relationships, and overcoming abuse as they analyze the Trials of Apollo: Tower of Nero Chapters 21 - 24 through the theme of Respect. Find Us on Socials:Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok: ⁠@ReturnToCamp⁠For more of your Hosts: @brydnstllmn @niamhhsherlock @avapirieHelp Fund Thi…

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BONUS: We Try To Survive Tartarus (and you can too!) 53:53

1M ago53:53

53:53

It is time for our long awaited bonus episode - that’s right, we’re going to put Erin through Tartarus. Thanks to Manasa’s coding and Sammie’s video editing, we are bringing you this brand new Camp Half-Pod VIDEO experience!! If you are listening on Spotify, we definitely recommend watching the video. If you are listening elsewhere, never fear! The…

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Revelation: Tower of Nero, Ch. 17 - 20 40:10

1M ago40:10

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This week Ava, Brayden, and Niamh talk apocalypse, plot twists, who stabbed Caesar, and top hats as they analyze the Trials of Apollo: Tower of Nero Chapters 17 - 20 through the theme of Revelation. Find Us on Socials:Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok: ⁠@ReturnToCamp⁠For more of your Hosts: @brydnstllmn @niamhhsherlock @avapirieHelp Fund …

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Across the Riordanverse with Editor Stephanie Lurie! 1:06:11

1M ago1:06:11

1:06:11

This week, to help us transition from PJOTV Season 1 to the Kane Chronicles, we are FINALLY joined by iconic former Editor at Disney Hyperion, Stephanie Lurie! That's right!! Gorgyra herself! Not to mention co-conspiring founder of Rick Riordan Presents, children's publishing historian, and literal icon. Everyone give a round of applause for Stepha…

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Diet, Hunting, Culture and Evolution of Paleolithic Humans & Hunter Gatherers | Eugene Morin | #160 1:24:10

1M ago1:24:10

1:24:10

Send us a Text Message. About the guest: Eugene Morin, PhD is a Professor of Anthropology at the University of Trent who studies Paleolithic humans and animals. Episode summary: Nick and Dr. Morin discuss evolution of Paleolithic humans; Neanderthal diet & cultural capacity; key human adaptations related to endurance and stamina; hunter gatherer hu…

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35: Phoebe Communes With Her Past Self | Trials of Apollo Wrap-Up 46:32

1M ago46:32

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This week, we're picking it back up where we left off and finally wrapping up the Trials of Apollo series by Rick Riordan. Discussion topics may include: ranking every book in the Camp Half-Blood chronicles, love, blaming Zeus, godhood, Jason's thoughts in The Burning Maze, future books in the Riordanverse, and undoing happily ever afters. Check us…

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Wellness: Tower of Nero, Ch. 13 - 16 44:35

2M ago44:35

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This week Ava, Brayden, and Niamh talk mental health, high school relationships, and cows as they analyze the Trials of Apollo: Tower of Nero Chapters 13 - 16 through the theme of Wellness. Find Us on Socials:Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok: ⁠@ReturnToCamp⁠For more of your Hosts: @brydnstllmn @niamhhsherlock @avapirieHelp Fund This Cast…

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We talk Eras with Baby Percy (feat. Azriel Dalman) 25:26

2M ago25:26

25:26

As a special treat, and to actually legit this time wrap up our Season 1 reflections, we welcome Azriel Dalman AKA Baby Percy to the podcast! Joined as well by mother Monika, we discuss his approach to playing Percy, his opinions on Luke's war, and of course, which PJO character corresponds to which Taylor Swift Era!!! Follow Azi on Instagram: http…

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Neuroscience of Social Behavior, Pain, Empathy, Emotion, Brain Mechanisms of MDMA | Monique Smith | M&M #159 1:26:45

2M ago1:26:45

1:26:45

Send us a Text Message. About the guest: Monique Smith, PhD is an assistant professor of neurobiology at the University of California-San Diego, where her lab studies the neuroscience of social behavior, pain, and emotion. Episode summary: Nick and Dr. Smith discuss: the neurobiology of pain perception; social & empathy-like behavior in animals; em…

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Anticipation: Tower of Nero, Ch. 9 - 12 39:43

2M ago39:43

39:43

This week Ava, Brayden, and Niamh atici-. Thoughts on Nico, Will, Apollo, and Rachel all while dissecting the Trials of Apollo: The Tower of Nero, Chapters 9 - 12 through the theme of -pation Find Us on Socials:Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok: ⁠@ReturnToCamp⁠For more of your Hosts: @brydnstllmn @niamhhsherlock @avapirieHelp Fund This Ca…

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137: It’s Not A Phase, Mom (THE SUN AND THE STAR Ch 45-51) 1:01:13

2M ago1:01:13

1:01:13

Camp Half-Pod completes another book! We are wrapping up The Sun and The Star this week with the final chapters. Nico realizes that he can leave behind his trauma baby demons. They defeat Nyx with the help of Nyx's own children. Bob gets to see the sky again! The cacodemons are rebranded as the Cocoa Puffs, which Manasa low-key hates and Erin loves…

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Percy Jackson Co-Creator & Showrunner Jon Steinberg on Season 1! 52:09

2M ago52:09

52:09

THIS IS NOT A DRILL! I REPEAT, JON STEINBERG IS IN THE HOUSE!!! And we are talking PERCABETH, foundaTIONAL TEXTS, ROOTING for LUKE, cultivating a dedicated and positive work enVIRonMENT, and so much more. This episode means everything to us, we hope you enjoy it as much as we did. Watch Black Sails on Netflix and The Old Man on Hulu! SUBSCRIBE TO O…

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Ketosis & Ketogenic Diet: Brain & Mental Health, Metabolism, Diet & Exercise, Cancer, Diabetes | Dominic D'Agostino | #158 1:41:30

2M ago1:41:30

1:41:30

Send us a Text Message. About the guest: Dominic D'Agostino, PhD is a researcher and professor at the University of South Florida, where his lab studies metabolism, human biology, and related subjects. Episode summary: Nick and Dr. D'Agostino discuss: ketosis and the ketogenic diet; effects of ketosis on diabetes, insulin resistance & metabolic hea…

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Home: Tower of Nero, Ch. 5 - 8 49:02

2M ago49:02

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This week Ava, Brayden, and Niamh tackle what home really is, swerve the car around as three not hags, and talk X-Men. All this while dissecting the Trials of Apollo: The Tower of Nero, Chapters 5 - 8 through the theme of Home. Find Us on Socials:Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok: ⁠@ReturnToCamp⁠For more of your Hosts: @brydnstllmn @niamh…

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136: Nico Becomes A Father? (THE SUN AND THE STAR Ch 39-44) 50:16

2M ago50:16

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We lose our minds a bit in this one. Nico and Will finally reach Nyx’s house! It’s made of bugs! Manasa accuses Nyx of being poor and boring, and not able to afford real walls. Manasa also projects onto Dr. Thorn this week, in a turn of events nobody saw coming. Bob is being kept in a Bob Pod in the Bug House. Is Nico the star? Or is he actually th…

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Percy Jackson Acting Coach Andrew McIlroy on Season 1! 1:03:28

2M ago1:03:28

1:03:28

We FINALLY GOT TO SPEAK WITH SIR ANDREW!!! And we are so thrilled to share his behind the scenes stories, character insights, and acting maxims with you. We truly love this man and could not have had a better time talking character and set with him. Please enjoy his genius. Follow Andrew on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/mcilroyandassoci…

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Preventative Medicine, Diet & Lifestyle vs. Pharmaceuticals in Health & Disease, Lies Taught in Medical Schools | Robert Lufkin | #157 1:45:15

2M ago1:45:15

1:45:15

Send us a Text Message. About the guest: Robert Lufkin, MD is a radiologist and professor at UCLA. His new book is called, "Lies I Taught in Medical School." Episode summary: Nick and Dr. Lufkin talk about: the history of medicine in the United States; diet & lifestyle vs. pharmaceuticals in acute vs. chronic disease; diabetes, metabolic syndrome &…

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34: We Write Some Fan Fiction | Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 1 Wrap-Up 1:10:50

2M ago1:10:50

1:10:50

This week, we're finally wrapping up season 1 of Disney+ Percy Jackson and the Olympians!! Discussion topics may include: the cinematographer acting as the narrator, Luke's quest for the golden apples, philosophies on criticism versus dramaturgy, sanctuaries, alternative names for the podcast, the power of witnessing, and some season two prediction…

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The Turnabout: Tower of Nero, Ch. 1 - 4 1:13:11

2M ago1:13:11

1:13:11

This week Ava, Brayden, and Niamh begin the final book of the Trials of Apollo, discuss the current state of the music industry, and look at what it means to be a double agent. All this while examining the character trope of the Turnabout in Trials of Apollo: The Tower of Nero Chapters 1 - 4. Find Us on Socials:Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and …

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135: Attack of the Mega Antelope ft. TheDamMemePage (THE SUN AND THE STAR Ch 33-38) 55:43

2M ago55:43

55:43

We are joined once again by repeat guest Robert of TheDamMemePage to discuss chapters 33-38! Will fights off evil dogs while Nico befriends a mania. We see some returning characters (Small!! Bob!!) and locations (Tartarus Shrek’s Swamp). Nico and Will continue to have relationship problems. Manasa has to put the book down when we meet Carl and Bart…

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Psychology of Stress, Resilience, Emotion & Child Development | Stephen Sideroff | #156 1:39:59

2M ago1:39:59

1:39:59

Send us a Text Message. About the guest: Stephen Sideroff, PhD is a clinical psychologist and Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at UCLA. His new book is, "The 9 Pillars of Resilience." Episode summary: Nick and Dr. Sideroff discuss: childhood & developmental psychology; clinical & Gestalt psychology; stress & resilience; pha…

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Percy Jackson Staff Writer Daphne Olive on Episodes 5-8! 54:02

2M ago54:02

54:02

We finally welcome back the incredible writer and famed podcaster Daphne Olive to find out what TRULY makes a great love story!!! Also, how sympathetic is TOO sympathetic when it comes to Luke? And what were the biggest adaptation challenges for Season 1? Watch Black Sails! Or else! Stream Fathoms Deep: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/6dKlM95n94MpKr…

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Gladiator (2000): A Commodus Deep Dive 58:06

3M ago58:06

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Are you not entertained? This week Ava, Brayden, and Niamh discuss a movie the same age as themselves, Gladiator (2000) dir. by Ridley Scott! Find Us on Socials:Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok: ⁠@ReturnToCamp⁠For more of your Hosts: @brydnstllmn @niamhhsherlock @avapirieHelp Fund This Cast:Donate the price of a coffee to keep us going! …

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134: World’s Worst River Rapid Ride (THE SUN AND THE STAR Ch 25-32) 51:46

3M ago51:46

51:46

Nico and Will finally make it to Tartarus! Erin uses the word penchant. It triggers Manasa. We spend a while insulting Nyx and her methods. Gorgyra gives Will and Nico couples therapy. They still need more couples therapy tbh. Nico and Will make the fall via the river of pain, and land amongst bones and acid rain. Will tries to help while Nico take…

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Cell Biology of Aging, Mitochondria, Metabolism, Autophagy & Stress | Andrew Dillin | #155 1:39:45

3M ago1:39:45

1:39:45

Send us a Text Message. About the guest: Andrew Dillin, PhD is Professoer of Molecular & Cell Biology at UC-Berkeley and Howard Hughes Medical Institute investigator. His lab studies mechanisms of aging, mitochondrial biology, and related subjects. Episode summary: Nick and Dr. Dillin discuss: cell biology; mitochondria & the endoplasmic reticulum;…

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Percy Jackson Season 1 - Did it Slay?! (feat. Sam) 55:40

3M ago55:40

55:40

To help us wrap up our analysis on #PJOTV season one, we finally found someone in our life with zero prior knowledge of Percy Jackson!!! After identifying and locating Sam, we recorded a pre-interview with them, asked them to watch all of season one, and then interrogated them for a full hour on their thoughts, opinions, and specific feedback movin…

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Evolution & Genetics of Human Diet, Metabolism, Disease Risk, Skin Color & Origins of Modern Europeans | Eske Willerslev | M&M #154 1:52:23

3M ago1:52:23

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Send us a Text Message. About the guest: Eske Willerslev, PhD is an evolutionary biologist and Professor of evolution at both the University of Copenhagen and University of Cambridge. Episode summary: Nick and Dr. Willerslev discuss: human evolution out of Africa; the origins of modern Europeans; hunter gatherers, early farmers, and pastoralists; g…

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Rebuilding: The Tyrant's Tomb, Ch. 41 - 43 1:03:22

3M ago1:03:22

1:03:22

This week Ava, Brayden, and Niamh give their final thoughts on this strange 4th entry in the Trials of Apollo series. All this while dissecting the Trials of Apollo: The Tyrant's Tomb Chapters 41 - 43 through the theme of Rebuilding. Find Us on Socials:Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok: ⁠@ReturnToCamp⁠For more of your Hosts: @brydnstllmn …

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133: Nyx Brings Back Galaxy Pants (THE SUN AND THE STAR Ch 17-24) 53:13

3M ago53:13

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It’s time to learn all about Nico’s experience in Tartarus, the first time. We miss the dumb giants from Gaea’s army. Nyx has a lot of babies, including hordes of children, which is fun. Manasa accuses Erin of being a Nico. The timeline in this book is confusing, ngl. We spend a long time discussing it. We meet a gay farmer demon (slay). Then Will …

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Diet, Nutrition, Metabolic Psychiatry, Brain & Mental Health | Georgia Ede | #153 1:51:27

3M ago1:51:27

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Send us a Text Message. About the guest: Georgia Ede, MD is a psychiatrist and author of, "Change Your Diet, Change Your Mind: A Powerful Plan to Improve Mood, Overcome Anxiety, And Protect Memory for a Lifetime of Optimal Mental Health." Episode summary: Nick and Dr. Ede discuss: glucose vs. ketones for brain energy; metabolic health & insulin res…

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Casting the Classics with Micah Johnson-Levy 1:14:05

3M ago1:14:05

1:14:05

Today we are joined by Micah Johnson-Levy, Hadestown casting director and Percy Jackson superfan, who disseminates upon us her great and powerful knowledge of folklore, mythology, broadway, and all things classics. PLUS: a PJO Season 2 fan cast discussion!!! Follow Micah on Instagram @micah_mariejl Follow our show on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Sea…

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