Best Cheli Podcasts (2025)

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every spiral of fate by Tahereh Mafi | the WORST book of the series 40:55

2d ago40:55

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli dive headfirst into the absolute chaos, yearning, and destiny-breaking drama of Every Spiral of Fate, the fourth book in Tahereh Mafi’s romantasy saga. The girls walk listeners through a story that opens on the wedding of the century—Alizeh and Cyrus bound by magic, prophecy, …

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Holiday Bucket List 24:31

3d ago24:31

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How often do we fulfill the wishes of everyone around us, throughout the year, but especially during the holidays we can tend to put ourselves at the bottom of the priority list. This episode is about embracing the fact that you are important as well and challenging you to put yourself on your priority list! Make a bucket list of things just for yo…

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Grounding Methods To Help Get Through The Holidays & Difficult Situations 27:48

6d ago27:48

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Special guest Elizabeth, who is an LCSW is here with us to help teach us grounding methods and other coping techniques that we can use during any difficult situation that may come up in our lives, but that can be especially helpful during the holiday get togethers we need to navigate this season. You can find her at www.desertrootstherapy.com if yo…

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ruthless creatures by J.T Geissinger | mafia romance where she's the debt he came to collect 45:15

9d ago45:15

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Send us a text This week on The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli dive into the chaos of Ruthless Creatures, the mafia romance where grief, secrets, and unhinged lust collide. Our main girlie, Natalie, has spent five years frozen in heartbreak after her fiancé vanished without a trace—wedding dress unworn, life on pause, trauma fully activated. Then our …

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Mental Health & The Holidays 27:23

11d ago27:23

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I am sure we have all heard of the "winter blues" or how stressful the holidays can be for some, and others experience feelings of euphoria. The reality is we can all experience any or all of these symptoms, the holidays really can be a rollercoaster of emotional highs and lows. This episode breaks down the ways that the holidays effect our mental …

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Creating & Maintaining Boundaries During The Holidays 25:04

14d ago25:04

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People often push your boundaries during the holidays and you get roped into doing things or being places you aren't necessarily happy or comfortable with. This discussion goes over how to create healthy boundaries for yourself and tips on how to keep those boundaries strong through the pressure of the holidays. Share Your Thoughts…

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the gingerbread bakery by Laurie Gilmore | second chance in a holiday romance with forced proximity 48:18

16d ago48:18

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of The Book Fix, hosts Yajaira and Cheli dive straight into peak cozy season with Laurie Gilmore’s upcoming 2025 Dream Harbor romance, The Gingerbread Bakery. It’s snowing, everyone’s in everyone’s business, and Dream Harbor is collectively holding its breath to see if its resident grumps can stop bickering lon…

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Prioritizing Your Well-Being Through The Holidays 25:31

17d ago25:31

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The holidays, although they can be fun, can be very stressful and triggering for many of us. In this episode we discuss ways in which we can prioritize our peace and mental well-being so that we can thrive through the holidays. Share Your ThoughtsBy Cheli

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Combating S.A.D. 20:51

21d ago20:51

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Although outdoor activities to combat Seasonal Affect Disorder may be limited, there are still some things you can do to get that natural sunlight and other activities and hobbies that you can do to reduce the affect it has on you this winter season. This episode lists several activities both indoor and out that can be done to help manage the sympt…

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Spencer Sutherland on Style, Stardom & the New Rules of Making It in Music 1:27:32

22d ago1:27:32

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Rising artist Spencer Sutherland stops by for an episode packed with tequila tastings, Elvis deep-dives, and the brutal (and inspiring) realities of building a career in 2024. Richard and Spencer talk going viral by accident, touring the world without a giant hit, chasing authenticity over “goal-post pop,” and how bell-bottoms, TikTok, and pure det…

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he sees you when you're sleeping by Alta Hensley | the steamiest (and scariest) holiday romance 1:05:37

23d ago1:05:37

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli unwrap a dark and spicy holiday read that’s anything but merry and bright. They dive into He Sees You When I’m Sleeping — a Christmas-themed stalker romance that blends festive cheer with obsession, secrecy, and morally grey desire. The story follows Chloe Hallman, a jewelry i…

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Seasonal Affect Disorder 22:04

25d ago22:04

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The first episode for December's month of seasonal mental health issues is highlighting Seasonal Affect Disorder. What is it? What do the symptoms look like? Who is susceptible? What can you do to combat it? Come take a deep dive with us so you can learn how you can thrive through these hard winter months! Share Your Thoughts…

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Physical Activity As We Age 22:41

28d ago22:41

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Many things change as we age and one could get confused as to which movements are best and how to modify your program as you age. In this episode we discuss some fun age appropriate ways to get movement into your day as you age. Staying active has physical, mental, and cognitve health benefits. Let's thrive as we age! Share Your Thoughts…

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John Stamos on Fame, Sobriety & Talking Endless S*** With Richard Marx 1:42:02

29d ago1:42:02

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This week on Stories to Tell, Richard Marx sits down with actor, musician, and all-around icon John Stamos for one of the most revealing, hilarious, and unexpectedly heartfelt conversations of the season. From the early days of General Hospital to worldwide stardom on Full House, Stamos opens up about how fame shaped — and sometimes overshadowed — …

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wild and wrangled by Lyla Sage | when your ex is your new neighbor 36:00

1M ago36:00

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of The Book Fix, hosts Yajaira and Cheli return to Meadowlark, Wyoming to dive into Wild and Wrangled by Lyla Sage — the latest heart-tugging installment in the Rebel Blue Ranch series. This one’s all about second chances, runaway grooms, and the kind of emotional tension that’ll have you screaming “just kiss a…

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Brain Health As We Age 23:25

1M ago23:25

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In this episode we discuss some of the factors that contribute to age related cognitive decline and ways in which we can slow down the process and maintain a healthy brain into our old age. Share Your ThoughtsBy Cheli

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Fostering Connection As We Age 26:30

1M ago26:30

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Losing the sense of connection to your community and family can greatly impact your mental health and satisfaction as we age. Fostering connections and finding ways to engage with our communities in the time of constant change of life circumstances can improve our sense of belonging and connectedness. Share Your Thoughts…

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lost and lassoed by Lyla Sage | when hate turns into heat 42:27

1M ago42:27

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Send us a text On this week's episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli are back in Meadowlark, Wyoming — and this time, things are extra tense in the best enemies-to-lovers way possible. In this episode, your favorite book besties dive into “Lost and Lassoed” by Lyla Sage, the third book in the Rebel Blue Ranch series (following Done and Dusted a…

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Loneliness As We Age 19:08

1M ago19:08

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Special guest, our friend Eve, came to discuss her experience taking care of her father as he had some health declines in his older age and the loneliness she, as well as her mother experienced through the process. Share Your ThoughtsBy Cheli

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De-stressing With Sound Bath 26:15

1M ago26:15

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We just finished talking about stress and it's harmful effects on our mental health. What can we do about it? Our dear friend Signe is here to help us understand a modality that is available to us that can help regulate and calm our nervous system which she uses in her practices, she practices trauma informed mindfulness, meditation, sound bath, an…

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Carol Leifer on Seinfeld, Sinatra, and the Secret to Staying Funny 1:41:46

1M ago1:41:46

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Emmy-nominated comedian and writer Carol Leifer joins Richard Marx for a conversation packed with laughs, wisdom, and Hollywood stories. From opening for Frank Sinatra to shaping comedy history on Seinfeld, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and Modern Family, Carol reflects on her journey, creative process, and new book How to Write a Funny Speech. The two als…

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swift and saddled by Lyla Sage | trying not to fall in love with your cowboy boss 27:09

1M ago27:09

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Send us a text This week on The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli head back to Meadowlark, Wyoming—where small-town charm, cowboy energy, and emotional baggage all collide. We’re talking about “Swift and Saddled” by Lyla Sage, the spicy, slow-burn sequel to Done and Dusted. Ada Hart is done being saved. After her interior design dreams crash and her marr…

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Stress As We Age 28:36

2M ago28:36

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Let's talk about the contributing factors to stress experienced by aging adults and ways that we can combat some of the harmful effects that stress can have on their physical and mental well-being. Share Your ThoughtsBy Cheli

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Using Nutrition To Thrive As We Age 23:45

2M ago23:45

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We have special guest Sara, an RN friend of ours, here to help us discuss the importance of proper nutrition and how our nutritional needs change as we age. So that we can take the best care of ourselves and really thrive in our older years. Share Your ThoughtsBy Cheli

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JC Chasez & Lance Bass on NSYNC, Reinvention, and the Price of Pop Stardom 1:27:34

2M ago1:27:34

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Richard Marx welcomes JC Chasez and Lance Bass for a deep, funny, and revealing conversation about the rise of NSYNC, the music industry’s chaos, and life after fame. From early struggles and Lou Pearlman’s contracts to rediscovering creativity through new projects, this episode is pure nostalgia and heart.…

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done and dusted by Lyla Sage | brother's best friend is a HOT cowboy 37:49

2M ago37:49

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Send us a text In this cozy, small-town romance episode, Yajaira and Cheli dive into Done and Dusted by Lyla Sage — a sunshine-meets-grumpy, brother’s-best-friend cowboy romance that’s equal parts heartfelt and flirty. After a career-ending accident, Clementine “Emmy” Ryder is forced to return home to Meadowlark, Wyoming — a place she swore she’d n…

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Depression 23:57

2M ago23:57

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November we are talking about different issues that come up for aging adults. Depression is something that anyone, no matter the age, can go through, but aging adults are not immune. So this episode touches on what depression is, some contributing factors to why someone up in age may be affected, and some things we can try out to combat depression.…

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Support Systems For Domestic Violence Victims 23:55

2M ago23:55

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In this episode we discuss the importance of creating, fostering, and maintaining support systems even in the midst of domestic violence. We also discuss ways in which someone may be able to maintain their support systems while dealing with the isolation that often times accompanies abuse. The end we give a few resources that are available to those…

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the possession of Alba Diaz by Isabel Cañas | the best horror romance we've read 48:28

2M ago48:28

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Send us a text In this haunting episode, Yajaira and Cheli dive into The Possession of Alba Díaz, a lush, gothic horror novel set in 1765 Mexico that blends demonic possession, forbidden desire, and historical tension. When plague devastates the city of Zacatecas, Alba flees with her family and fiancé to a secluded silver mine—but what should have …

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reddit paranormal: Angels, Mimics, and Sleep Paralysis 26:17

2M ago26:17

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli say goodbye to spooky season with their final round of Reddit Paranormal stories. The episode starts with a hilarious tangent about Unfriended before diving into eerie tales—a woman who claims angels visit her nightly, a couple haunted by strange noises and choking sensations …

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Isolation 23:52

2M ago23:52

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The isolation that occurs as a result of abuse and during abuse can have devastating lasting effects. In this episode we discuss how this isolation occurs over time and some of the mental health impacts it has on the victims. Share Your ThoughtsBy Cheli

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Consent 30:45

2M ago30:45

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This episode goes over the difference between consent and coercion. We talk about verbal versus non-verbal cues and why both are important to see, hear and listen to. Respecting someone's boundaries. No is a full sentence. Consent should never be assumed for any reason, an enthusiastic yes needs to be present every interaction, and continue to chec…

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reddit paranormal: getting a phone call from a dead loved one 36:32

2M ago36:32

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Send us a text In this episode of The Book Fix podcast, Yajaira and Cheli are nearing the end of spooky season and they're sentimental about i! , They're going through the Paranormal subreddit with a mix of chills and big feelings. They start by reflecting on how much the show has grown this month and brainstorm wild ideas for next year’s scares. T…

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the bewitching by Silvia Moreno Garcia | cursed bloodlines and gothic horror 59:49

2M ago59:49

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Send us a text In this episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli dive into The Bewitching by Silvia Moreno-Garcia — a haunting, multigenerational horror that threads together three women’s lives across nearly a century of witchcraft, obsession, and inherited fear. It follows three different timelines that eventually parallel one another. Join the …

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Losing A Loved One To Domestic Violence 28:53

2M ago28:53

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We were blessed to have Suzan from The Blue Butterfly House join us today to speak about her experience with losing her daughter to DV and how she turned tragedy into triumph through the Blue Butterfly House which is a non-profit organization that provides a safe, neutral, and supervised environment for children to visit their non-custodial parent …

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Teen Dating Violence 28:29

2M ago28:29

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Most of us don't even consider the fact that adolescents and teens just entering into the dating scene could possibly experience dating violence. But that's sadly not the case. In this episode, we discuss some of the risk factors that have the potential to lead someone to violent relationships and ways in which we as the parent can guide our childr…

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reddit paranormal: Doppelgangers, Witchcraft & Glitches in the Matrix 42:07

2M ago42:07

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Send us a text Witch hats on and nerves off (…allegedly). In this spooky Reddit/Paranormal episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli open with real talk about fear—panic-attack vibes, dissociation, and why being “the skeptic” can sometimes feel scarier. Then we dive into four hair-raising r/Paranormal posts and spiral (responsibly) about doppelgan…

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strange pictures by Uketsu | horror hidden in a drawing 34:34

2M ago34:34

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Send us a text In this chilling episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli dive into Uketsu’s viral horror phenomenon Strange Pictures—the Japanese bestseller that has captivated (and terrified) readers around the world. Known for his mysterious YouTube presence as a masked creator of horror content, Uketsu brings that same unsettling energy to his…

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Safe Places To Go 26:02

2M ago26:02

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People experiencing domestic violence often feel stuck, like they have no where to go to escape the abuse when it is happening. This episode discusses more ins and outs of abuse as well as resources such as USARA and "safe place" stickers so you know where you can go for a safe space to hang out. We will also being doing an adventure on youtube to …

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Narcissistic Abuse 26:55

3M ago26:55

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This episode discusses Narcissistic Abuse, what it looks like, how people going through it can feel, and ways in which they can regain their sense of self when they have finally escaped from the abusive relationship. We have special guest speaker Shel here with us to help us understand these concepts! Share Your Thoughts…

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reddit paranormal: haunted dorm room 46:08

3M ago46:08

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Send us a text On this week's Thursday episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli discuss some horror staples—Paranormal Activity, Sinister, Hereditary, Midsommar—and how a single song can haunt you long after the credits. Cheli revisits her recurring “dream man,” an older figure who appeared in childhood dreams to debrief morals after bizarre scen…

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the starving saints by Caitlin Starling | when salvation tastes like horror 56:58

3M ago56:58

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Send us a text In this episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli dive into Caitlin Starling’s newest gothic horror, The Starving Saints—a fever dream of faith, hunger, and madness set in the Aymar castle. We begin with a full breakdown of the novel: Aymar Castle has been under siege for six months, with food and hope nearly gone. Just as desperati…

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Types Of Abuse 23:54

3M ago23:54

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This episode delves into some of the different types of Abuse and what they entail so that people can be more informed of what constitutes abuse and hopefully be able to recognize harmful situations. Abuse is so much more than physical, there are different types of abuse such as emotional/psychological, mental, physical, financial/material, sexual,…

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Signs Of Abuse 27:34

3M ago27:34

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In this episode we discuss some of the signs that we can look out for, that abuse may be a reality one of our loved ones is enduring. We go over some more subtle signs, as well as some that are more easily noticeable. Personality changes, changes in the style and types of clothes they wear, changes in appearance with makeup or hair, unexplained mar…

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reddit paranormal: hearing la llorona 27:11

3M ago27:11

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Send us a text On this week's episode of The Book Fix podcast, Yajaira and Cheli dive into r/Paranormal for a candle-lit scare session that starts with bravado and ends with both of us begging for cartoons before bed. We read a chilling La Llorona experience from a U.S. service member stationed in Honduras: nightly sobbing at 3:00 a.m., a voice whi…

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my ex, the antichrist by Craig DiLouie | love can be hell 46:15

3M ago46:15

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Send us a text In this episode of The Book Fix Podcast, we dive into My Ex, the Antichrist by Craig DiLouie, a twisted blend of love story, horror, and apocalypse. The novel follows Lily Lawlor, a punk musician whose life and career are forever tied to her former bandmate and ex, Drake Morgan—a man who just might be the antichrist. From the chaos o…

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Domestic Violence 26:08

3M ago26:08

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, so we start off the discussions on the issue by talking about what domestic violence consists of so that we can all be aware of what it is. Share Your Thoughts

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Redefining Yourself In Recovery 25:52

3M ago25:52

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Today we have special guest Tyrone Hafen, from Podcast Lit For Life, to discuss his personal journey in recovery and redefining himself to live the life of Recovery beyond his wildest dreams. Recovery is possible! Share Your ThoughtsBy Cheli

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Reddit Paranormal: working at a haunted elder care home 41:17

3M ago41:17

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Send us a text This week on The Book Fix podcast, hosts Yajaira and Cheli lean into spooky season with a cozy-yet-creepy episode full of Reddit-paranormal reads and personal eerie moments. They open with light, relatable banter about being the “paranoid” vs. the “stoic” friend, then dive into listener posts and neighborhood hauntings — from a lamp …

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strange houses by Uketsu | dead space between the walls 27:52

3M ago27:52

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Send us a text In this episode of The Book Fix, we review Strange Houses by Uketsu—a horror story where architecture hides terrifying secrets. A writer is asked to look over a second-hand house in Tokyo that seems perfect… until its floor plan reveals a mysterious “dead space” hidden between the walls. With help from an architect friend, he discove…

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