Best Bite Size Tales Podcasts (2024)

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"The Way Out” (Tales of the Empire) | Star Wars 7×7 Episode 3,622 8:03

5h ago8:03

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We're keeping away from Acolyte spoilers by checking out Tales of the Empire! Toyda, we're covering the last of the episodes, "The Way Out," which jumps us into the future with Barriss and Lyn/the Fourth Sister, but ends ambiguously - or does it? Punch it! (Enjoy the show? For the price of a cup of coffee each month, you can support the independent…

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Book 3 Chapter 9 - "Memories" 10:02

3h ago10:02

10:02

A very personal story about faulty technology taking our protagonist on a trip down memory lane with speedbumps. Memories- Written and read by Wayne Cole Intro and Outtro music is "Fantasy Motion" by Alexander NakaradaBy Wayne Cole

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Clear Tales: Bite-sized Stories For Adults With Dementia 1:53

1d ago1:53

1:53

Clear Tales Bite-Sized Stories For Adults With Dementia Welcome to Clear Tales, a podcast tailored specifically for listeners dealing with mild to moderate dementia. Hosted by Richard Carlton London, Clear Tales provides an engaging auditory escape without the demanding attention span required for lengthy books. Written for senior adults, our stori…

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Leaving the Dark Path (Tales of the Empire) | Star Wars 7×7 Episode 3,621 7:58

2h ago7:58

7:58

Yoda sure made it seem like going to the dark side was all-consuming, and that there was no coming back from it. But is that really true? Barriss Offee's experience in Tales of the Empire is just the latest example of how that's not the case. We'll discuss this in our deep dive episode tied to "Realization," and even bring in Anakin for comparison.…

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Star Wars June 2024: What's Coming This Month! | Star Wars 7x7 Episode 3,620 10:35

10h ago10:35

10:35

The long wait is about to end! We're getting five episodes of The Acolyte this month, and new releases in other media are also very High Republic focused. Let's discuss what's coming in the galaxy of Star Wars storytelling for June 2024. Punch it! (Enjoy the show? For the price of a cup of coffee each month, you can support the independent creator …

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Circus Jack - Chapter 4. The Wagon 7:45

4h ago7:45

7:45

Circus Jack. Chapter 4: The Wagon This chapter follows the heart-wrenching journey of a lovable Jack Russell Terrier named Pepe who, stolen from his home, wakes up disoriented in the back of a wagon. The story begins on a moonlit night as Pepe finds himself in an unfamiliar and confining environment, complete with the smell of hay, the rusty creak …

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“Realization” (Tales of the Empire) | Star Wars 7×7 Episode 3,619 10:45

11h ago10:45

10:45

"Realization" is the right word for this Barriss Offee episode of Tales of the Empire, as Barriss finally understands that there are worse things in the galaxy than the Jedi Order - and not only did she help enable it, but she also became a part of it. Punch it! (Enjoy the show? For the price of a cup of coffee each month, you can support the indep…

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Bite-Size Burmese: Why is the Garuda Cooking Salt? 9:25

6h ago9:25

9:25

What do you do when you’re in a pinch, out of options, or desperate? In English, you might make a Last-Ditch Effort. If you’re a football player, you might throw a Hail Mary Pass. But in Burmese, you might do what the mythical bird Garuda did: cook salt. To understand the Burmese expression အကြံကုန် ဂဠုန်ဆားချက် (when the Garuda runs out of ideas, …

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The Barriss Offee Backstory (Tales of the Empire) | Star Wars 7×7 Episode 3,618 9:09

2h ago9:09

9:09

We don't see a lot of Barriss Offee in previous Star Wars storytelling. Her main appearances are in two arcs of the Clone Wars series - but both of them have far-reaching consequences. We'll recap those details in our deep-dive episode... Punch it! (Enjoy the show? For the price of a cup of coffee each month, you can support the independent creator…

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XXXX: Creatures of Prometheus 46:24

4h ago46:24

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Alfie tries his best to make a note of everything that's happened, but he's struggling to keep it together. The finale of Season Three. Transcript: https://hangingslothstudios.com/nqd-40/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hangingslothstudios Episode Content Warnings Please bear in mind that this show is a work of horror fiction and frequently places…

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“Devoted” (Tales of the Empire) | Star Wars 7×7 Episode 3,617 9:11

3h ago9:11

9:11

Let's flip over to the Barriss Offee side of Tales of the Empire! "Devoted" is the first episode, and we learn how Barriss went from Republic prisoner to Imperial inquisitor. Our 7-takeaway breakdown episode is here... Punch it! (Enjoy the show? For the price of a cup of coffee each month, you can support the independent creator who’s been making i…

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REALITY BITES: The tragic life and death of Anna Nicole Smith 1:02:39

2h ago1:02:39

1:02:39

On Eavesdroppin’ comedy podcast this week, hosts Geordie & Michelle look at the tragic life and death of blonde bombshell reality star Anna Nicole Smith… She was blonde, she was beautiful, she was married to a billionaire octogenarian oil tycoon - who else could we be talking about except Anna Nicole Smith! Escaping a life of poverty and hard knock…

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“The Path of Hate” (Tales of the Empire) | Star Wars 7×7 Episode 3,616 9:25

4h ago9:25

9:25

As opposed to "Fear" and "Anger" before it, "The Path of Hate" - the final Morgan Elsbeth episode in Tales of the Empire - answers comparartively minor questions and reminds us of much bigger questions without resolving them. But it's still fun to watch... Punch it! (Enjoy the show? For the price of a cup of coffee each month, you can support the i…

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TIE Defender: The Empire's Deadliest Starfighter | Star Wars 7×7 Episode 3,615 9:06

8h ago9:06

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The TIE Defender turns 30 in Legends this year, and 10 in Canon! In Tales of the Empire, we learn a crucial detail about this deadly starfighter - namely, that it was designed by Morgan Elsbeth. On today's deep-dive episode, we're going to explore its Legends and Canon history. Punch it! (Enjoy the show? For the price of a cup of coffee each month,…

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“The Path of Anger” (Tales of the Empire) | Star Wars 7×7 Episode 3,614 9:49

4d ago9:49

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"The Path of Anger" is the second of three episodes featuring Morgan Eslbeth in Tales of the Empire, and it's especially notable for what it reveals about her backstory without directly *telling* us certain elements of her backstory. Today, our 7-takeaway breakdown... Punch it! (Enjoy the show? For the price of a cup of coffee each month, you can s…

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Is There "Light" Magick on Dathomir? | Star Wars 7x7 Episode 3,613 7:36

1h ago7:36

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Dathomir has always been associated with dark magick. But in "The Path of Fear" from Tales of the Empire, we see sorcery that appears to be drawing from a lighter source. What gives? We'll discuss on our deep-dive episode. Punch it! (Enjoy the show? For the price of a cup of coffee each month, you can support the independent creator who’s been maki…

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Circus Jack - Chapter 3. The Dognapper 5:56

4h ago5:56

5:56

Circus Jack Chapter 3. The man at the market returns with bad intent. In this third chapter of our story, as the golden sun gives way to the gentle hum of night, the tranquil rural landscape is disturbed by a chilling development. After an endearing scene of homey evening meals and hearty farm work, the plot unfolds in the lull of the night. Howeve…

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"The Path of Fear" (Tales of the Empire) | Star Wars 7x7 Episode 3,612 8:03

27m ago8:03

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While we're waiting for the Acolyte premiere, let's talk about Tales of the Empire! We'll start with "The Path of Fear," the first of the Morgan Elsbeth episodes, which is basically her villain origin story and shows how she survived the Battle of Dathomir. Punch it! (Enjoy the show? For the price of a cup of coffee each month, you can support the …

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The Acolyte: Full Court Public Press! | Star Wars 7×7 Episode 3,611 9:46

1h ago9:46

9:46

Lucasfilm released two new video clips for The Acolyte yesterday, and at the pace they've been dropping videos, it sure does seem like there's a different kind of promotion strategy happening here. We'll talk about the whys, and the latest whats... Punch it! (Enjoy the show? For the price of a cup of coffee each month, you can support the independe…

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XXXIX: Unanswered 22:42

1d ago22:42

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Alfie struggles to make sense of things in light of recent revelations, but before any new status quo can be established, something lurking in the shadows snaps any sense of security that remains. This episode crunches. Be sure to check the content warnings, which are available below, and at the top of the transcript, which can be found here: https…

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The Acolyte: Duality Revealed? | Star Wars 7x7 Episode 3,610 7:26

1h ago7:26

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A short Acolyte video that seemed too spoilery for prime time has had the relevant part of that assessment added to "Plan," a new spot on the Star Wars YouTube channel. So we'll talk about it after all, as part of an emerging theme of the show: Duality. Punch it! (Enjoy the show? For the price of a cup of coffee each month, you can support the inde…

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Book 3 Chapter 8 - "Fig & Darcy, Part 3" 8:10

3h ago8:10

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Fig & Darcy Part 3 - Written and read by Dot Moore Intro and Outtro music is "Fantasy Motion" by Alexander NakaradaBy Dot Moore

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REALITY TV GONE WRONG: There's Something About Miriam 58:23

8h ago58:23

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On Eavesdroppin’ comedy podcast this week, hosts Geordie & Michelle discuss the tragic tale of Miriam, the Mexican reality star… In 2003, a beautiful Mexican model called Miriam Rivera was contacted by production company Endemol to star in a new reality-TV dating show. The premise was this: 6 alpha hotties from the UK were selected from hundreds of…

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Circus Jack - Chapter 2. The Market Place 12:36

3d ago12:36

12:36

Circus Jack. Chapter 2. In this episode, we start by discussing Beethoven's famous Piano Sonata No. 8 in C minor and its tragic undertone despite the composer's vibrant life. The conversation then shifts towards life in the Lancaster region, realistically depicting their rich cultural heritage and bustling farmers' market. We delve into the life of…

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Circus Jack - Chapter 1. The Muller Farm 5:13

3d ago5:13

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Circus Jack opens on the vast Muller Farm, a land steeped in Anabaptist heritage since 1790. The farmers who established it were courageous pioneers who crossed the Atlantic to escape religious persecution and economic hardships. In the fertile valley of New Holland in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, they forged a tight-knit farming community, shar…

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Circus Jack - Prologue 1:26

23h ago1:26

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The prologue for Circus Jack, delves into the harmonious life under our feet, beneath the ground we stand on. The opening paints a picture of the society of living organisms - the connected lives of worms, ants, bugs, and nearly-blind rodents and the roles they play in creating a harmonious balance. And how their lives can be upended by the unexpec…

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Introduction To Circus Jack - Based on Jack London’s The Call of the Wild 1:24

1d ago1:24

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Circus Jack Written and produced for listeners challenged with mild to moderate dementia, step into the courageous saga of Circus Jack, a symphony of adventure, heroism, and survival. Similar to The Call of The Wild, Circus Jack dives into the renowned archetype of the hero's journey, plunging its listeners into the heart of suspense, action, trans…

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Clear Tales - A Small Taste Episode 4:03

10d ago4:03

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This is a "trailer" of just one story on Clear Tales. It will give the listener, or caregiver a sample of what the book and episodes sound like. Clear Tales is a podcast tailored specifically for listeners dealing with mild to moderate dementia. Hosted by Richard Carlton London, Clear Tales provides an engaging auditory escape without the demanding…

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Wampa Cave Heist: How Would You Handle It? | Star Wars 7x7 Episode 3,609 5:52

2h ago5:52

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We're exploring another Star Wars Conversation Card question, and I want to hear your answers! This one involves a rare artifact hidden in a wampa cave - how would you go about recovering it, and what is it? I'll go first... Punch it! (Enjoy the show? For the price of a cup of coffee each month, you can support the independent creator who’s been ma…

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Podracing in Star Wars and The Phantom Menace | Star Wars 7x7 Episode 3,608 7:32

27m ago7:32

7:32

Today's episode is our monthly installment of 25th anniversary episodes about The Phantom Menace! We're building on the sports-related things we've been talking about in recent episodes, as well as how rare podcacing is in other Star Wars media. Punch it! (Enjoy the show? For the price of a cup of coffee each month, you can support the independent …

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Star Wars Hunters: Huttball and Legends Co-Existence | Star Wars 7x7 Episode 3,607 8:11

13d ago8:11

8:11

"Huttball" is allegedly the galaxy's favorite game - but its first canon appearance is in Star Wars Hunters. And prior to that, it was only in The Old Republic video game! We'll talk about its history, which leads to some thoughts about how canon and legends storytelling *could* co-exist together. Punch it! (Enjoy the show? For the price of a cup o…

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Star Wars Hunters and the Galaxy of Sports | Star Wars 7x7 Episode 3,606 7:08

1h ago7:08

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It's one thing to consider Star Wars Hunters as an Overwatch/Apex Legends kind of game. It's another to consider the meta-narrative of sports in the Star Wars galaxy, and how Hunters is continuing a thread that started with The Phantom Menace and has accelerated in the Disney era. Punch it! (Enjoy the show? For the price of a cup of coffee each mon…

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