Best Brum Radio Podcasts (2024)

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Janet Blond 33:51

2d ago33:51

33:51

Beginning her DJing career in her mid 50’s Janet is a credit to anyone saying “I can’t do that, I’m too old”. A reggae selector with roots firmly in the music scene, Janet has been attending festivals since the early days and shares her unique experience as a DJ and love of music. Turn The Tables – A mini series exploring three female DJ’s, their j…

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Bandwidth with Dee C Lee: Wham!, The Style Council, and Beyond 50:04

10d ago50:04

50:04

In this debut episode, R&B icon Dee C Lee joins me to share her incredible journey—from her roots in South-East London to her time with Wham! and The Style Council alongside Paul Weller. We’ll dive into her career highlights, life in ‘Club Tropicana,’ and explore her latest album, Just Something. Tune in for an in-depth conversation with one of the…

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Nikki Tesla 46:25

10d ago46:25

46:25

Arriving at her experimental sound after a decade on the scene, Nikki Tesla’s Birmingham roots interlace with a love of ambient soundscapes to form a winding fabric of bass-heavy rollers. Describing her sound as somewhere between swamp-squelch and percussive groove, Tesla’s mixes intricately straddle the dancefloor and listening party. Using her pl…

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The Brum Picture Show: The Tim Burton Episode 1:13:30

12d ago1:13:30

1:13:30

The spooky season is on its way, so on this week’s show we thought we’d talk about everyone’s favourite frizzy-haired Disney animator turned goth poster-boy, Tim Burton. We’ll be discussing films from his illustrious career, from the nightmarish in a good way to the nightmarish in a bad way (we’re looking at you Alice in Wonderland). Alongside our …

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The Brum Picture Show: The Paul Schrader Episode 1:06:06

28d ago1:06:06

1:06:06

Screen B14 and The Mockingbird Cinema are teaming up again to screen Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters, so we thought we’d discuss its director this week. That’s right, it’s Hollywood’s favourite controversial Uncle, Paul Schrader! Whilst perhaps most famous for bringing the world Taxi Driver and American Gigolo, he has had a prolific career which w…

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The Brum Picture Show: The Alien Episode 1:59:20

1M ago1:59:20

1:59:20

In space, no one can hear Nadine and Paul discuss the Alien franchise in excruciating detail. But on Brum radio, everyone can! In this very special bumper episode, we’ll be taking a deep-dive into one of the most beloved yet divisive franchises of all time. We’ll be discussing problematic pre-productions, difficult directors, and confusing chronolo…

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The Brum Picture Show: The Psychedelic Episode 1:00:19

2M ago1:00:19

1:00:19

On this week’s show, to celebrate Screen B14 and The Mockingbird Cinema’s screening of Gaspar Noé’s cinematic bad trip, Enter the Void, we’ll be taking a magical mystery tour through psychedelic cinema. From the colourful, to the wacky, to the downright disturbing, we’ll be discussing a kaleidoscopic array of films to take your mind off reality, fr…

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The Brum Picture Show: The Disaster Movie Episode 1:04:24

2M ago1:04:24

1:04:24

On this week’s show, to celebrate the release of tornado-based blockbuster Twisters, we’re going to be talking about disaster movies! Prepare for a whirlwind of fascinating facts as we discuss the history of the genre, the fetishisation of destruction on screen, and what would happen if Godzilla came to Birmingham. We’ll also be welcoming back an o…

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The Brum Picture Show: The Slasher Episode 1:04:55

3M ago1:04:55

1:04:55

Do you like scary movies? If so, you’ve come to the right place! To celebrate the release of MaxXxine, the third instalment of Ti West’s X trilogy, we’re going to be taking a stab at covering the slasher genre in blood-curdling detail! We’ll be discussing the most iconic masked killers of cinema, from Leatherface to Ghostface, and we’ll even be dis…

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The Brum Picture Show: The 1999 Episode 1:05:27

3M ago1:05:27

1:05:27

On this week’s show we’ll be partying like it’s 1999! To celebrate Screen B14’s upcoming screening of Buena Vista Social Club we’ll be discussing other films released in the final year of the 20th century. Is it just a random year or one of the best and most culturally significant years in movie history? Alongside even more movie donkey news (due t…

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The Brum Picture Show: The Nepo Baby Episode 1:01:20

4M ago1:01:20

1:01:20

With the release of The Watched, directed by Ishana Night Shyamalan, daughter of M. Night, we thought we’d take a look at nepotism in the movie world this week. We’ll be getting all serious for once and discussing why the prevalence of Nepo babies in Hollywood is such a problem for those from a less privileged background trying to break into the in…

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The Brum Picture Show: The Mad Max Episode 1:13:22

4M ago1:13:22

1:13:22

Start your engines! On this week’s show we’ll be talking all things Mad Max to celebrate the release of Furiosa, the latest instalment in the post-apocalyptic saga from the director of Babe: Pig in the City. Alongside discussions of dancing penguins, award-winning dogs, and leather-bound villains, Nadine will also be challenging Anya Taylor-Joy to …

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The Brum Picture Show: The Sci-Fi Battle Episode 1:14:37

5M ago1:14:37

1:14:37

To celebrate the release of Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, this week we’ll be having a battle of the Sci-Fi franchises on the Brum Picture Show! We’ll be discussing our favourite futuristic sagas, what a franchise actually is, and if the very existence of franchises represents the death of originality in popular culture. We’ll also be attemptin…

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The Brum Picture Show: The Richard Linklater Episode (with Special Guest Graham Reynolds) 1:25:22

5M ago1:25:22

1:25:22

This week we’re thrilled to be joined by multi-instrumentalist and composer Graham Reynolds, regular collaborator of indie director Richard Linklater. We’ll be discussing Graham’s upcoming performance at the Flatpack Festival on the 12th of May and his prolific career in music and film. As well as having a nostalgic look back on Linklater’s career,…

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Interval Theatre The Podcast with Ian McIntosh from Jesus Christ Superstar 13:18

5M ago13:18

13:18

The acclaimed 1970s Rock Opera returns to Birmingham Hippodrome until 27th April 2024. Featuring Ian McIntosh as Jesus. You can buy tickets and find out more about the production here: https://www.birminghamhippodrome.com/whats-on/#close If you enjoyed this episode, you can listen to Interval Theatre every Tuesday at 3pm or listen again whenever yo…

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The Brum Picture Show: The Civil War Episode 1:07:09

6M ago1:07:09

1:07:09

To celebrate the release of Alex Garland’s new film Civil War, we thought it would be appropriate to discuss civil war films on this week’s show. This unfortunately turned into a civil war amongst the Brum Picture Show team as we debated whether civil war films are a genre, and what a civil war actually is. Alongside deep dives into Apocalypse Now,…

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The Brum Picture Show: The Book Club Episode 1:11:11

6M ago1:11:11

1:11:11

To tie in with Screen B14’s upcoming screening of Poor Things, we’ll be putting on our reading spectacles as we discuss literary adaptations on film. We’ll also be making spectacles of ourselves as we struggle to think of books we’ve actually read. Alongside some truly surprising literary picks, we’ll also have reviews of the thematically appropria…

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Bonus Episode: An Interview with Roger Shannon 34:43

6M ago34:43

34:43

In this bonus episode we have something very special for you- an interview! To celebrate Screen B14 and Blow Water’s screening of the 1997 romantic comedy Peggy Su, we’ll be talking to executive producer Roger Shannon, a veteran of British independent cinema. Roger was kind enough to take the time to talk to us about a range of topics including the…

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The Brum Picture Show: The Rob Reiner Episode 1:00:13

7M ago1:00:13

1:00:13

This week we'll be debuting a brand new feature on the show: "The Rob Reiner Test". We'll be discussing the director's top 5 films and debating how many filmmakers even come close to matching such greatness, with co-presenter Rory taking it upon himself to be the grand adjudicator of objective artistic quality. Alongside movie news, including an up…

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The Brum Picture Show: The Martin Scorsese Episode 1:07:00

7M ago1:07:00

1:07:00

It’s time for a Marty party at Brum Radio this week as we celebrate the legendary director Martin Scorsese! We’ll be discussing his life and career and his recent success at the prestigious Brum Picture Show Awards. Will he come down to the studio to collect his trophy? Tune in to find out. Alongside reviews of Origin and Scala!!!, we’ll be discuss…

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Interval Theatre The Podcast with Carl Man from Wicked 8:42

7M ago8:42

8:42

Based on the acclaimed novel by Gregory Maguire, Wicked imagines a beguiling backstory and future possibilities to the lives of L. Frank Baum’s beloved characters from ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’ and reveals the decisions and events that shape the destinies of two unlikely university friends on their journey to becoming Glinda The Good and the Wic…

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The Brum Picture Show: The Awards Season Episode 1:11:12

7M ago1:11:12

1:11:12

It's awards season in the movie world, so we've been rolling out the red carpet at the Brum Radio studios for a very special episode. We'll be discussing the Bafta winners, making our predictions for The Oscars, and, most prestigiously of all, giving out our very own Brum Picture Show Awards! We'll also be spending an arguably excessive amount of t…

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Interval Theatre The Podcast with Sinead Long from An Officer and a Gentleman 5:57

8M ago5:57

5:57

Be part of the emotional journey of Zack Mayo, a fearless young officer candidate, and the captivating Paula Pokrifki, whose fiery spirit matches his own. Their encounters ignite a spark that transcends boundaries, awakening a passionate love that defies all odds. An Officer and a Gentleman is at the Alexandra Theatre until 2nd March 2024. This wee…

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Interval Theatre The Podcast with Malcolm James from The Woman In Black 13:40

8M ago13:40

13:40

A lawyer obsessed with a curse that he believes has been cast over him and his family by the spectre of a Woman in Black, engages a sceptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying story and exorcise the fear that grips his soul. It all begins innocently enough, but then, as they reach further into his darkest memories, they find themselves ca…

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Interval Theatre The Podcast with Tzu-Chao Chou and Beatrice Parma from The Sleeping Beauty 5:37

8M ago5:37

5:37

The Sleeping Beauty has been delighting audiences for well over a hundred years, sprinkling ballet magic on this favourite childhood story and its cast of familiar characters. And all wrapped up with sparkling virtuoso dance from BRB’s brilliant dancers, fairy-tale characters, dazzling spectacle, and Tchaikovsky’s glorious music played live by the …

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The Brum Picture Show: The Valentine's Episode 1:09:59

8M ago1:09:59

1:09:59

Love is in the air this week as we discuss our favourite romantic films to watch this Valentine’s season. However, in classic Brum Picture Show fashion, we veer drastically off topic and wind up discussing subjects such as artificial intelligence, loneliness, and rodent-based crime. But don’t worry, we eventually get round to talking about such hea…

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Time Canvasses - Morton Feldman and Abstract Expressionism 43:41

8M ago43:41

43:41

In a remarkable moment after WWII New York became the centre of the art world, simultaneously seeing the development of new ways of hearing music, and new ways of seeing art.It was here that the American experimental composer Morton Feldman said, “What was great about the fifties is that for one brief moment - maybe, say, six weeks - nobody underst…

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The Brum Picture Show: The "Strong Female Character" Episode 1:26:28

8M ago1:26:28

1:26:28

To tie in with the release of Priscilla and Poor Things, we thought it would be appropriate to talk about our favourite “strong female characters” from cinema and whether or not this is a meaningful phrase to describe movie heroines. Spoiler alert: Not really. Alongside reviews of the aforementioned films, we’ll be discussing the feminist credentia…

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Interval Theatre The Podcast with Doreen Tipton from Jack and the Beanstalk 6:06

9M ago6:06

6:06

Doomed to sell his trusty cow, join Jack’s fight to outwit the evil giant and win riches beyond his wildest dreams. Featuring stunning sets and costumes from The London Palladium, and bundle-loads of laughter, this is the panto you’ve bean waiting for! Jack and the Beanstalk is at the Birmingham Hippodrome until 28th January 2024. This week, Dave M…

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Interval Theatre The Podcast with Samantha Womack from Jack and the Beanstalk 11:34

9M ago11:34

11:34

Doomed to sell his trusty cow, join Jack’s fight to outwit the evil giant and win riches beyond his wildest dreams. Featuring stunning sets and costumes from The London Palladium, and bundle-loads of laughter, this is the panto you’ve bean waiting for! Jack and the Beanstalk is at the Birmingham Hippodrome until 28th January 2024. This week, Dave M…

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The Brum Picture Show: The Musical Episode 1:04:28

9M ago1:04:28

1:04:28

This week we attempt to bring some cheer to a cold and dark January by having a lovely chat about musicals! Unfortunately this somehow devolves into discussions about cannibalism and other potentially triggering topics. But don’t worry, Nadine tells a story about her cat to lighten the mood. We’ll be getting our teeth into Chicago, West Side Story,…

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The Brum Picture Show: The 2023 Episode 1:10:27

9M ago1:10:27

1:10:27

In this very special episode we’ll be getting all nostalgic and saying goodbye to the year we have all just endured- 2023. We’ll be discussing our favourite and most disappointing moments, and we might even get around to talking about some of the year’s film releases too. Alongside reviewing some of the films that have delighted or enraged us over …

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The Brum Picture Show: The Alternative Christmas Episode 1:11:31

10M ago1:11:31

1:11:31

This week we discuss ideas for an alternative Christmas and talk about our favourite festive films that aren’t that Christmassy. We cover a wide range of topics, from disintegrating Hollywood marriages to talking foxes, so if that sounds like your idea of a good Christmas then be sure to tune in! Alongside some movie news, we’ll also have reviews o…

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Interval Theatre The Podcast with the cast of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe 17:05

10M ago17:05

17:05

Join Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter as they wave goodbye to wartime Britain and say hello to Mr Tumnus, the talking Faun, Aslan the unforgettable Lion, and battle the cold and cruel White Witch! The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe is at the Birmingham Rep until 28th January 2024. This week, Dave Massey talks to Daniel Apea, Liyah Summers, Jerome Sc…

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The Brum Picture Show: The Ridley Scott Episode 1:10:59

10M ago1:10:59

1:10:59

On this week's show we discuss all things Ridley Scott, from his humble beginnings in advertising to his iconic films (and inevitably superior director's cuts) and his infamous effing and jeffing! We review his latest epic, Napoleon starring Joaquin Phoenix and Vanessa Kirby, whilst this extended podcast version includes our discussion of another s…

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Interval Theatre The Podcast with Ayden Callaghan from The Bodyguard 9:40

11M ago9:40

9:40

Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge – what they don't expect is to fall in love. The Bodyguard is coming to the Birmingham Alexandra Theatre from the 4th December - 30th December 2023. This week, Dave Massey talks to Ayden Calla…

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The Brum Picture Show: The Film Noir Episode 1:18:33

11M ago1:18:33

1:18:33

Are you a rugged Detective with a tobacco addiction and complicated past? If so you'll love this Film Noir episode of the Brum Picture show! The team will discuss the history of film Noir and our top picks, and there will also be a spoiler free review of the Royal Hotel, and a round up of global news and local films events. Listen live to The Brum …

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Interval Theatre The Podcast with Alistair Jolliffe from Peter Pan The Musical 8:22

11M ago8:22

8:22

Join us on a festive adventure as Peter and the Darling family are whisked away to the famous land full of colourful characters including the Lost Boys, Tiger Lily and, of course, the dastardly Captain Hook. Peter Pan The Musical is at the Birmingham Alexandra Theatre from 22nd - 25th November 2023. This week, Dave Massey talks to Alistair Jolliffe…

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The Brum Picture Show: The Wes Anderson Episode 55:54

11M ago55:54

55:54

Welcome to the NEW Brum Radio Podcast: The Brum Picture Show In this Episode: The Brum Picture Show debates the work of Wes Anderson! From his most loved films to whether his iconic style can be a detriment to connecting with his work. There is a round-up of Global and local film news, with spoiler-free reviews of Killers of the Flower Moon and eve…

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Interval Theatre The Podcast with Laura White from Murder in the Dark 8:37

11M ago8:37

8:37

It’s New Year’s Eve, when a car crash on a deserted road brings famous but troubled singer Danny Sierra and his dysfunctional family to an isolated holiday cottage in rural England. Murder in the Dark is coming to the Birmingham Alexandra Theatre from 7th to 11th November 2023. This week, Dave Massey talks to Laura White about her experience in the…

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Coming Soon: The Brum Picture Show Podcast 0:41

11M ago0:41

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Interval Theatre The Podcast with Elizabeth Lawal from Beautiful Futures Fesitval 16:48

12M ago16:48

16:48

Beautiful Futures is a 3 day celebration shining a spotlight on new works by Black artists, where we collaboratively imagine and shape the future of culture and creativity in the 21st century, with our voices, our journeys and our stories, advocating for a world that leaves no one behind. This week, Dave Massey talks to Elizabeth Lawal the founder …

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BrumHour: The Podcast with Gary Lindsay-Moore from Birmingham Back to Backs 45:12

1y ago45:12

45:12

Discover the history of fashion in Birmingham's Hurst Street with Gary Lindsay-Moore's exhibition It's Not Unusual. The exhibition is being presented at Birmingham Back to Backs exhibition space. This week, Dave Massey talks to Gary Lindsay-Moore all about his exhibition It's Not Unusual. You can find out more about the exhibition and other events …

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Interval Theatre The Podcast with Lorna Meehan from A Virigns Guide to Hiring an Escort 11:12

1y ago11:12

11:12

A Virgins Guide to Hiring an Escort is a biographical one-woman show using poetry exploring the sublime and harrowing complexities of a long delayed sexual awakening with a hired lover. This performance was a part of Birmingham Fest which takes place every July. It was hosted by the Blue Orange Theatre on the 18th and 19th July 2023. This week, Dav…

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Interval Theatre The Podcast with Michael O'Reilly from Dirty Dancing UK Tour 9:42

1y ago9:42

9:42

It’s the summer of 1963, and 17 year-old Frances ‘Baby’ Houseman is about to learn some major lessons in life as well as a thing or two about dancing. On holiday in New York’s Catskill Mountains with her older sister and parents, she shows little interest in the resort activities, and instead discovers her own entertainment when she stumbles across…

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Interval Theatre The Podcast with Gillian Bevan from Welsh National Opera's Candide 13:07

1+ y ago13:07

13:07

Leonard Bernstein’s Candide is a supercharged wild ride in which 18th-century France crashes into 20th-century post-war America. Take a seat and strap in tight for a mind-boggling journey as we hurtle through a fantastical world of chaos – from castles in the Alps to skyscrapers in Montevideo, from earthquakes in Lisbon to the Amazonian jungles bey…

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Interval Theatre The Podcast with Neal Foster from Demon Dentist 7:52

1+ y ago7:52

7:52

Join Alfie and Gabz on this fabulous adventure, as they investigate the strange events happening in their home town! Children are leaving their teeth for the tooth fairy and waking up to find odd things under their pillows! Alfie and Gabz are determined to get to the bottom of the mystery - but no-one could have dreamed what they'll discover when t…

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Tuner of the World 43:35

1+ y ago43:35

43:35

"For the next hour, I need your ears". It's 1974 and someone is trying to recruit you for a listening experiment on public radio in Canada. Pioneering Canadian composer and soundscape maestro, R Murray Schafer really wants you to commit: "if you're just listening to this programme casually, you'd better turn it off right now". This audio experiment…

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Supply Lines 28:34

1+ y ago28:34

28:34

Via ports and truck-stops, fulfilment centres and ring roads, Aidan Tulloch follows the supply chain and reimagines the journey an item goes on in the age of 24/7 delivery.By BBC Radio 3

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Interval Theatre The Podcast with Finty Williams from The Ocean at the End of the Lane 7:36

1+ y ago7:36

7:36

Returning to his childhood home, a man finds himself standing beside the pond of the old Sussex farmhouse where he used to play. He's transported to his 12th birthday when his remarkable friend Lettie claimed it wasn't a pond, but an ocean–a place where everything is possible. Plunged into a magical world, their survival depends on their ability to…

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