Best Cameron And Crystal Podcasts (2024)

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Bonus Episode 44: cybeRRRevolution 2:12:00

2h ago2:12:00

2:12:00

Special guest Santo joins us to discuss their newest game, cybeRRRevolution, a three-part adventure about securing the future of a nation that has been shattered by a colonizing force. We talk about the themes of the game extensively and get juicy behind-the-scenes information from Santo.By The Book of Mudora

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Episode 24: Echoes of Wisdom: Part 1: The Creation of the World 2:18:32

8h ago2:18:32

2:18:32

In an age before Creation, a creature stalked the Void, devouring all that yearned to exist.By The Book of Mudora

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Writing Disability From Experience with Crystal Seitz 20:26

22d ago20:26

20:26

Crystal joins Caitlin and Aliah to chat about her experience writing a main character that shares her own disability, and gives some thoughts that could help other authors attempting to do the same. Crystal mentioned another book in the podcast that features a protagonist with Crohn's disease, though we don't mention the title, we will here: Of Wol…

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Book of Matoya Episode 7: Final Fantasy VI: Part 8 2:13:33

1M ago2:13:33

2:13:33

The remnants of the old world reunite to defeat the lord of the World of Ruin.By The Book of Mudora

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How to Write a Good Haunting with Lily Anderson 14:54

27d ago14:54

14:54

Caitlin and Aliah chat with Printz Honor winning author Lily Anderson about how to write hauntings and horror, tempering scary stories with humor, and her newest book Killer House Party. Lily Anderson the author of several novels for young adults including The Only Thing Worse Than Me Is You, Not Now Not Ever, and Undead Girl Gang. A former school …

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Book of Matoya Episode 7: Final Fantasy VI: Part 7 1:48:16

1M ago1:48:16

1:48:16

In a wounded world, Celes must overcome her despair and search for her lost friends.By The Book of Mudora

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Book of Matoya Episode 7: Final Fantasy VI: Part 6 1:54:44

2M ago1:54:44

1:54:44

Working alongside what little remains of the Empire, the Returners seek to broker peace with the Espers whose rage threatens to destroy the entire world.By The Book of Mudora

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Book of Matoya Episode 7: Final Fantasy VI: Part 5 2:01:28

2M ago2:01:28

2:01:28

Terra learns of her origins in the Esper world, and the Returners resolve to recruit the remaining Espers into their war against the Empire.By The Book of Mudora

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Book of Matoya Episode 7: Final Fantasy VI: Part 4 2:15:23

2M ago2:15:23

2:15:23

The Returners are tasked with rescuing Espers from the Imperial Continent, but to get there, they must form an alliance with Setzer Gabbiani, a gambling vagabond who finds freedom from society's narrow views of morality aboard his airship, the Blackjack. The Returners concoct a plan to meet Setzer by tricking him into kidnapping Celes from tonight’…

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Heists 101 with Caitlin Schneiderhan 14:12

3M ago14:12

14:12

What are the building blocks of a heist? Caitlin Schneiderhan chats with Caitlin (two of us! Correct spelling and everything!) to chat about her debut book Medici Heist and how she went about planning it. Caitlin Schneiderhan is a genre-loving writer on the hit Netflix show STRANGER THINGS. Originally hailing from Silver Spring, Maryland, Caitlin h…

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Book of Matoya Episode 7: Final Fantasy VI: Part 3 1:55:17

3M ago1:55:17

1:55:17

The Returners send a search party to scour the west for any signs of Terra, who may be the key to turning the tides against the Empire.By The Book of Mudora

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Book of Matoya Episode 7: Final Fantasy VI: Part 2 2:15:36

3M ago2:15:36

2:15:36

The anti-imperial resistance group "The Returners" must regroup in the neutral town of Narshe, but get separated on the way back. Each group has their own adventure, recruiting new allies along the way.By The Book of Mudora

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Book of Matoya Episode 7: Final Fantasy VI: Part 1 2:13:59

3M ago2:13:59

2:13:59

1000 years after the War of the Magi nearly destroyed the world, the ascendant Gestahlian Empire sends three soldiers to Narshe to claim a living relic of the war.By The Book of Mudora

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Bonus Episode 43: Mailbag 2:13:28

4M ago2:13:28

2:13:28

We clear the mailbag of all emails sent during 2023, answering questions about the Tale of the Moon Rabbit, Groose’s reincarnations, and Icelandic Dracula.By The Book of Mudora

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Seven Point Plot Structure: Romance Edition with Tricia Levenseller 22:10

4M ago22:10

22:10

Tricia Levenseller joins Caitlin to talk about how she plots romance, including a fun twist on Dan Wells' Seven Point Plot structure specifically for romance. (Here's Dan's original presentation, which is worth a watch and an easy-to-use template of the non-romance version) Tricia is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of eight YA r…

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Book of Matoya Episode 6: Final Fantasy: Legend of the Crystals 1:55:11

4M ago1:55:11

1:55:11

200 years after the Warriors of Light saved the world from Exdeath, a new group of heroes must band together to defeat an evil that threatens to usurp the crystals.By The Book of Mudora

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Bonus Episode 42: Echoes of Wisdom has been in development 1:37:02

5M ago1:37:02

1:37:02

They announced a new Zelda game and it doesn't play like previous ones and you can play as Zelda! We dive deep into the trailer and spot influences from previous games, most notably Ocarina of Time and Oracle of Ages.By The Book of Mudora

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Book of Matoya Episode 5: Final Fantasy V: Part 3 2:39:56

5M ago2:39:56

2:39:56

The wise sage Ghido speaks of an ancient tree in the Great Forest of Moore where evil spirits were sealed. Over the centuries, the concentration of their malice formed a unified evil being: Exdeath, who wishes to return the world to void. The Warriors of Light must fight him on behalf of the crystals, which created the world within the void.…

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Book of Matoya Episode 5: Final Fantasy V: Part 2 1:57:01

5M ago1:57:01

1:57:01

The crystal amplification devices invented by Cid Previa have brought prosperity to crystal-bearing nations such as Karnak, but has also weakened the crystals. The Light Warriors attempt to save the last crystal, while also learning more about their predecessors: the Dawn Warriors.By The Book of Mudora

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Setting as Character with Daniel Kraus 12:21

5M ago12:21

12:21

Throwback to when Daniel Kraus came on our show to discuss Whalefall! DANIEL KRAUS is a New York Times bestselling writer of novels, TV, and film. His latest novel, Whalefall, received a front-cover review in the New York Times Book Review, won the Alex Award, was an L.A. Times Book Prize Finalist, and was a Best Book of 2023 from NPR, the New York…

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Writing Characters with Marie Lu 21:32

5M ago21:32

21:32

Marie Lu is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Legend trilogy and The Young Elites trilogy (and lots of other fabulous books!). She graduated from the University of Southern California and jumped into the video game industry, working for Disney Interactive Studios as a Flash artist. Now a full-time writer, she spends her spare time rea…

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Book of Matoya Episode 5: Final Fantasy V: Part 1 2:01:06

5M ago2:01:06

2:01:06

When the wind suddenly stops, the King Tycoon sets out to investigate the Wind Crystal. Worried for her father, Princess Lenna joins an aimless drifter, an amnesiac old man, and a fearsome pirate to help the king restore the wind.By The Book of Mudora

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Book of Matoya Episode 4: Final Fantasy IV: Part 4 2:19:59

6M ago2:19:59

2:19:59

Paladin Cecil and his companions travel in the Lunar Whale to meet the wicked force that has been manipulating events.By The Book of Mudora

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The Psychology of Characters with Eva Des Lauriers 15:52

6M ago15:52

15:52

EVA DES LAURIERS joins the Lit Service cast to chat about how she approaches writing characters based on her background in psychology and sociology and how authors can approach writing teen characters with authenticity. Eva is the author of YA Romance, I Wish You Would (Holt, BYR). She’s a diehard romantic who holds both an MSW and BA in psychology…

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Book of Matoya Episode 4: Final Fantasy IV: Part 3 2:11:55

6M ago2:11:55

2:11:55

While searching underground for dark crystals, Cecil, Rosa, and Kain must come to an understanding in their complicated relationship.By The Book of Mudora

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Book of Matoya Episode 4: Final Fantasy IV: Part 2 1:50:52

6M ago1:50:52

1:50:52

Dark Knight Cecil gathers allies to prevent Baron from stealing all the world’s Crystals. But how can the wicked and sinister techniques of a Dark Knight possibly defeat evil?By The Book of Mudora

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Book of Matoya Episode 4: Final Fantasy IV: Part 1 2:32:05

6M ago2:32:05

2:32:05

Dark Knight Cecil invades the peaceful town of Mysidia to steal the Water Crystal for the King of Baron. As punishment for questioning his orders, Cecil is stripped of his command and forced to deliver a mysterious package to the village of Mist.By The Book of Mudora

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Book of Matoya Episode 3: Final Fantasy III 2:26:24

7M ago2:26:24

2:26:24

Four youths of indeterminate employment are chosen by the Wind Crystal to travel beyond the bounds of their world and restore light to all four Crystals.By The Book of Mudora

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Compassion, Collaboration, and Human Connection with Kety Duron of Phoenix Children's 48:31

7M ago48:31

48:31

In this episode, we explore the unique culture at Phoenix Children’s, a leading pediatric health system, where employees are driven by a sense of purpose and mission to provide the best pediatric healthcare in the Southwest. Kety Duron, Chief Human Resources Officer, has over 30 years of experience in healthcare and she is passionate about nurturin…

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Leading with Your Own Humanity with Chiara Hughes of Revolution Parts 54:28

7M ago54:28

54:28

Chiara Hughes is the Director of People Operations for RevolutionParts, an eCommerce platform serving the automotive industry. With a background in talent acquisition and a passion for creating happy and diverse teams, Chiara brings a wealth of experience to her role. She is known for her authentic leadership style and her commitment to creating a …

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How Individual Contributors Experience a Company's Culture with Kati Moore of Google Cloud 47:17

7M ago47:17

47:17

This episode focuses on how individual contributors experience a company’s culture in their everyday work. Kati Moore from Google Cloud discusses the importance of culture and its impact: “Culture, to me, is the environment that’s created with the company that allows you to exist and to be and to grow and to collaborate.” A positive workplace cultu…

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Building a People-Centered Production Company with avad3 Event Production 49:24

7M ago49:24

49:24

In an industry that too often treats talent as a commodity, avad3 Event Production has a unique culture built on a foundation of service and the desire to create a place where people genuinely want to work. Cameron Magee, Tabitha McFadden, and Amy Bates discuss what it takes to lead a team of passionate individuals who are committed to technical ex…

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The Evolution of Workplace Culture with Stacy Cullinan of Talent Growth Solutions 45:43

7M ago45:43

45:43

In this episode, we discuss the evolution of corporate culture from an emphasis on conformity to a focus on meaning, purpose, and belonging. Stacy Cullinan shares her insights on the role of listening and flexibility in fostering a positive and inclusive environment. She discusses the challenges and opportunities presented by mergers and acquisitio…

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Art, Culture, and Community with KC Hurst & Marissa Reyes of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art 41:05

7M ago41:05

41:05

The mission of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is to welcome all to celebrate the American spirit in a setting that unites the power of art with the beauty of nature. In this episode, we sit down with KC Hurst and Marissa Reyes from Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art to explore the transformative role of museums in today's society. Cryst…

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Leading a Cultural Transformation with Rhonda Turner of Benchmark 51:45

7M ago51:45

51:45

Benchmark, a global provider of engineering, design, and electronics manufacturing services with 12,000 employees in eight countries, is in the midst of a major cultural transformation. Rhonda Turner, Chief Human Resources Officer, discusses the company’s journey from a finance-centric culture with uninspiring values to a people-focused and purpose…

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Welcome to Culture Amplified with Cameron Magee of avad3 Event Production 11:57

7M ago11:57

11:57

Culture Amplified is a deep dive into the heart of workplace culture to explore the dynamics that shape the environments we work in every day. We hope these conversations will inspire others to create cultures where people thrive and meaningful work is the norm. In this inaugural episode, Cameron Magee takes us behind the curtain of avad3 Event Pro…

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Book of Matoya Episode 2: Final Fantasy II: Part 2 2:12:57

8M ago2:12:57

2:12:57

Princess Hilda is being held in the Emperor’s Coliseum! Three rebel youths must rescue her while the rebellion searches for Ultima, the only spell capable of finally defeating the Emperor.By The Book of Mudora

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Book of Matoya Episode 2: Final Fantasy II: Part 1 1:58:44

8M ago1:58:44

1:58:44

The Emperor has summoned the forces of hell to take over the world! Three youths survive his assault and join the nascent rebellion - but how can they hope to defeat the Emperor’s great Dreadnought?By The Book of Mudora

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Character Building with Holly Black 18:08

8M ago18:08

18:08

Caitlin chats with Holly Black about building characters and her newest book The Prisoner's Throne. Holly Black is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of fantasy novels, including the Novels of Elfhame, THE COLDEST GIRL IN COLDTOWN, the Spiderwick Chronicles, and her adult debut, BOOK OF NIGHT. She has been a finalist for an Eisner Award and t…

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Book of Matoya Episode 1: Final Fantasy 2:47:03

8M ago2:47:03

2:47:03

The four forces of the world are caught in an endless, recurring nightmare. The seas rage, the winds die, and the earth rots. Four warriors of light arrive in a world shrouded in darkness to end this twisted fantasy.By The Book of Mudora

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Bonus Episode 41: Timeline and Lore Questions 2:38:37

9M ago2:38:37

2:38:37

We resolve some lingering Zelda questions posed by each other, and introduce a new direction.By The Book of Mudora

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Bonus Episode 40: Mailbag 1:51:32

9M ago1:51:32

1:51:32

With our series on Tears of the Kingdom concluded, we return to the mailbag to answer such questions as: Where did the Lurelin pirates go? How do Zora create water? And has anyone heard of "The Institute" Majora's Mask ARG?By The Book of Mudora

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Book of Aurora Episode 6: Metroid: Other M 2:44:01

10M ago2:44:01

2:44:01

While responding to a distress signal from the derelict “Bottle Ship,” bounty hunter Samus Aran meets her old comrades from her days as a Galactic Federation soldier. Samus places herself under the command of her former mentor Adam Malkovich, a man she still harbors complicated feelings for.By The Book of Mudora

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Bonus Episode 39: The Deviant Timelines 2:34:48

10M ago2:34:48

2:34:48

To exercise their timeline muscles, Crystal, Monica, and Cameron each present a Zelda timeline based on a forbidden premise. Can Hyrule's geography be reconciled? Can the games be placed in release order? Can there be only a single Link?https://bit.ly/CrystalZeldaGeographyhttps://bit.ly/MonicaReleaseOrderhttps://bit.ly/CameronSingleLink…

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Bonus Episode 38: The Movie Adaptation of The Legend of Zelda is Now in Development 2:00:00

11M ago2:00:00

2:00:00

We discuss the possibilities of a Zelda motion picture, as well as our expectations for the actually announced film.By The Book of Mudora

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Bonus Episode 37: The Blessed Timeline 2:44:47

11M ago2:44:47

2:44:47

Friend of the show Luke joins us to present a critical re-examination of the Book of Mudora’s methodologies and conclusions, as well as a timeline of his own.Blessed Timeline Explanation Document: bit.ly/ALuketothePastBlessed Timeline PDF: bit.ly/TheBlessedTimelineBy The Book of Mudora

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Episode 23: Tears of the Kingdom: Part 12: The Light Dragon 2:01:45

12M ago2:01:45

2:01:45

With all preparations complete, Link confronts the Demon King.By The Book of Mudora

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Episode 23: Tears of the Kingdom: Part 11: The Fifth Sage 2:17:34

12M ago2:17:34

2:17:34

Ruins from the age of legends have fallen in Kakariko Village, the home of Hyrule’s enforcers and intelligence agents. This may be Link’s last chance at finding the Fifth Sage.By The Book of Mudora

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Episode 23: Tears of the Kingdom: Part 10: Towns of Hyrule 2:14:33

1y ago2:14:33

2:14:33

With Castle Town remaining destroyed for over a century, three towns have developed into centers of urban life in Hyrule.Tarrey Town, the construction capital of Hyrule.Lurelin, the maritime capital of Hyrule.Hateno, the cultural capital of Hyrule.Link searches all three for signs of the mysterious Fifth Sage.…

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Episode 23: Tears of the Kingdom: Part 9: Sidon of Zora's Domain 2:03:43

1y ago2:03:43

2:03:43

The Prince of Zora's Domain has his marital commitments tested when he meets an old flame from his youth.By The Book of Mudora

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