Best Christopher Oconnor Podcasts (2024)

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TBRCon2024 Highlight: Is Science Fantasy Still Sci-Fi? (with Adrian M. Gibson, Seanan McGuire, Aparna Verma & More) 1:37:38

20m ago1:37:38

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Every Friday, we're highlighting a panel from the TBRCon2024 all-virtual SF/F/H convention, looking back on the incredible variety of discussions that we had the honor of hosting. This week, join moderator/author/podcaster Adrian M. Gibson and authors Seanan McGuire, Aparna Verma, Alexander Darwin, T. A. Bruno and Khan Wong for a TBRCon2024 panel o…

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602 Thomas Hardy's "Spellbound Palace," The Birthplace of the King James Bible, and a Royal Setting for Shakespeare and His Plays (with Gareth Russell) | My Last Book with Jess Cotton 1:19:28

1d ago1:19:28

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We humans imprint ourselves on our surroundings - and they, in turn, have the power to affect us. In this episode, Jacke talks to Gareth Russell (The Palace: From the Tudors to the Windsors, 500 Years of History at Hampton Court) about the building that Thomas Hardy famously called a "Spellbound Palace" in one of his finest poems. We'll hear about …

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Classic Replay: War and Peace: is war ever justified or should Christians embrace pacifism? Nigel Biggar and Stanley Hauerwas 1:06:15

2d ago1:06:15

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In a world riddled with conflict, where headlines scream of violence and unrest, the age-old question resurfaces: Is war ever justified, or should Christians wholeheartedly embrace pacifism? Join esteemed scholars Nigel Biggar and Stanley Hauerwas as they delve into the moral complexities of war and peace from a Christian perspective in this classi…

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Ep. 100 LIVE Celebration (with J. S. Dewes, Genevieve Gornichec, Greta Kelly & Krystle Matar) 1:43:21

2d ago1:43:21

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Join co-hosts Adrian M. Gibson and M.J. Kuhn for a LIVE CELEBRATION of the podcast's 100th episode, featuring special guests J. S. Dewes, Genevieve Gornichec, Greta Kelly and Krystle Matar! During the episode, they answer questions from viewers and fans, chat about their experiences with the show, discuss highlights from the past one hundred episod…

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Ep. 61 - Alan Rickman 23:04

4d ago23:04

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On January 14, 2016, Alan Rickman died after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. Despite a reputation as one of the kindest men in Hollywood, Rickman made his name portraying some of the great bad guys in cinema history - from Hans Gruber, to the Sheriff of Nottingham, to Severus Snape - and in the process forever changed what it means to be a m…

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601 Thomas Hardy (with Margot Livesey) 1:01:06

4d ago1:01:06

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It's the start of a new hundred episodes! Fresh off her tour for her new novel The Road from Belhaven, superguest Margot Livesey joins Jacke for a discussion of mistakes in the novels of Thomas Hardy. Then Jacke tells Margot the heartrending story of Hardy's fraught relationship with his first wife Emma - and how Emma's death unlocked some of his g…

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The Bible Says What!? Episode 253: Pet Loss with Rachel Shirley 53:56

5d ago53:56

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On today's episode, I talk with Christian author Rachel Shirley. We discuss unconditional love, pets, and if all dogs go to Hell. Today's special guest can be found here: https://www.rachel-shirley.com/ As always, thank you for listening, sharing, and supporting the show. If you like what you hear and want to help keep the recording light on, visit…

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Jesus and Modern Politics with Tom 'NT' Wright, Preston Sprinkle and Billy Hallowell 1:14:30

6d ago1:14:30

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It's no secret that modern American Christians are deeply divided over politics. This division raises important questions about the influence of Scripture on political beliefs. To make sense of this, we invited renowned scholar NT Tom Wright, theologian, professor and star of the "Ask NT Wright Anything Podcast" along with New York Times bestsellin…

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TBRCon2024 Highlight: Small & Midsize Book Publishers with Peter Chiykowski, Bryce O'Connor, Caroline Lambe & More 1:31:32

7d ago1:31:32

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Every Friday, we're highlighting a panel from the TBRCon2024 all-virtual SF/F/H convention, looking back on the incredible variety of discussions that we had the honor of hosting. This week, join moderator/publisher/editor Peter Chiykowski and panelists Bryce O'Connor, Caroline Lambe, Mae Murray, Selena Middleton, Fabienne Schwizer, Brook Aspden an…

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Special Episode: O.J. Simpson 24:10

7d ago24:10

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On April 10, 2024, OJ Simpson — one of the most decorated football players and controversial figures of the last half of the 20th century — passed away after a brief battle with prostate cancer. His football and acting legacies were forever eclipsed by his criminal trial and eventual acquittal for the vicious double murder of his ex-wife Nicole Bro…

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#51 - INTERVIEW with 'Superman & Lois' staff writer ADAM MALLINGER 1:35:23

8d ago1:35:23

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Alan & Rob are joined by ‘Superman & Lois’ staff writer, Adam Mallinger to chat all about working on the first three seasons incredible series, from missing out on working on another CW show to landing his dream job writing the Man of Steel, from peppering the show with callbacks to previous live action iterations, to the crushing difficulties of w…

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Ep. 99: Swashbuckling Fantasy with Sebastien de Castell (Mini-Masterclass) 59:17

9d ago59:17

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Join co-hosts Adrian M. Gibson and M.J. Kuhn as they delve into a mini-masterclass on Swashbuckling Fantasy with author Sebastien de Castell. During the episode, Sebastien plays the daring hero by laying out the essentials of swashbuckling, including how he defines it, famous examples of swashbuckling (like The Three Musketeers and The Princess Bri…

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Ep. 60 - Junior Seau 21:10

11d ago21:10

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On May 2, 2012, Junior Seau -- an NFL legend who redefined the linebacker position during his career -- took his own life, shocking his friends, family, and many fans. Known for his fierce playing style and leadership on the field, Seau's impact on football forever changed and modernized the sport, but it was his untimely death that sparked a cruci…

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600 Doctor Johnson! (with Phil Jones) | A Very Special My Last Book (with Rupert Holmes) 1:05:56

11d ago1:05:56

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It's another milestone for the History of Literature Podcast! Jacke celebrates the six hundredth episode of the podcast with a return to one of his old favorites, the "harmless drudge" himself, Dr. Johnson, with the help of Johnsonian expert Phil Jones (Reading Samuel Johnson: Reception and Representation, 1750-1970). PLUS Rupert Holmes (Murder You…

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The Bible Says What!? Episode 252: Demonic Settings with Luke Lintz 49:50

12d ago49:50

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On today's episode, I talk with the CEO and founder of High Key Enterprises and Christian podcaster Luke Lintz. We discuss demons, strip clubs, and gay Romans. Today's special guest can be found here: https://www.lukelintz.com/ As always, thank you for listening, sharing, and supporting the show. If you like what you hear and want to help keep the …

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The resurrection: Fact or fiction? Harry Amos vs Joe Boot hosted by Ruth Jackson 1:16:02

13d ago1:16:02

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Did Jesus really rise from the dead? Is there any good evidence to support the resurrection? Are alternative explanations more compelling? Can we trust the biblical narratives? Ruth Jackson hosted a live debate at a school with the help of Aylesbury Youth for Christ. She was joined by Rev Dr Joseph Boot, founder and president of the Ezra Institute …

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TBRCon2024 Highlight: Creating Unique Fantasy Monsters (with Thiago Abdalla, Ed McDonald, K.S. Villoso & More) 1:30:55

14d ago1:30:55

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Every Friday, we're highlighting a panel from the TBRCon2024 all-virtual SF/F/H convention, looking back on the incredible variety of discussions that we had the honor of hosting. This week, join moderator/author Thiago Abdalla and authors Ed McDonald, K.S. Villoso, Rob J. Hayes, J.D.L. Rosell and Andrew Watson for a TBRCon2024 panel on "Creating U…

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599 Alejandro Jodorowsky, Filmmaker and Philosopher (with William Egginton) | My Last Book with David Sterling Brown 1:15:47

15d ago1:15:47

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While avant-garde filmmaker Alejandro Jodorowsky might be most famous for the wildly ambitious version of Dune that never got made - in spite of having actors and artists like Orson Welles, Salvador Dalí, Mick Jagger, Pink Floyd, H.R. Giger, and Mœbius attached to the project - he was also the creative force behind several dynamic and influential f…

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Debunking the Myth of Secular Enlightenment: A Clash of Perspectives David Bentley Hart vs Terry Sanderson (Replay) 59:24

16d ago59:24

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Today we delve into the contentious debate surrounding the role of secularism in Western civilization and its relationship with Christianity.A growing chorus of new atheist writers heralds the advent of an enlightened era of secular rationalism, purporting to liberate society from what they perceive as the shackles of outdated Christian influence. …

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Ep. 98: Sebastien de Castell talks Play of Shadows, Found Family, Banter & More 1:10:05

16d ago1:10:05

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Join co-hosts Adrian M. Gibson and M.J. Kuhn as they chat with author Sebastien de Castell about his new novel Play of Shadows, his career trajectory and being a bard, channeling your experiences into writing, traveling, culture and language, writing witty dialogue and banter, found family, worldbuilding approaches, shared worlds and much more. NOT…

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Ep. 59 - Kurt Cobain 25:24

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Thirty years ago this week, on April 5, 1994, Kurt Cobain - the Nirvana frontman whose raw, angst-ridden lyrics made him the voice for Gen X - killed himself in his Seattle home. Cobain’s death, brought on by years of drug use, physical pain, and depression, though tragic, cannot overshadow a singularly remarkable career that transformed American m…

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598 Forgotten Women of Literature 8 - Charmian Kittredge London (with Iris Jamahl Dunkle) | What's Great About Christopher Isherwood (with Mike Palindrome) | My Last Book with Duncan Yoon 1:02:52

18d ago1:02:52

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Charmian Kittredge London (1871-1955) may be best known as the wife of the famous American writer Jack London, but she was herself a literary trailblazer - and the epitome of a modern woman. In this episode, Jacke talks to biographer Iris Jamahl Dunkle (Charmian Kittredge London: Trailblazer, Author, Adventurer) about the intriguing life and inspir…

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The Bible Says What!? Episode 251: Explaining to Sheep with Eddie O'Connor 48:39

19d ago48:39

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On today's episode, I talk with speaker, author, and sports performance psychologist Eddie O'Connor. We discuss sheep, anxiety, and dead lamb Jesus. Today's special guest can be found here: https://dreddieoconnor.com/ As always, thank you for listening, sharing, and supporting the show. If you like what you hear and want to help keep the recording …

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Special Episode: Louis Gossett Jr. 14:44

20d ago14:44

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On March 29, 2024, Lou Gossett Jr. – who rose to fame with his Emmy-award-winning portrayal of Fiddler in the miniseries Roots and an Academy Award-winning turn as drill sergeant Emil Foley in An Officer and a Gentlemen – died after a long illness, leaving behind a legacy as a pioneer of African-American actors, and as one of the kindest and most b…

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TBRCon2024 Highlight: Building Believable Sci-Fi Worlds (with Jonathan Nevair, Aliette de Bodard, Christopher Ruocchio & More) 1:22:01

20d ago1:22:01

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Every Friday, we're highlighting a panel from the TBRCon2024 all-virtual SF/F/H convention, looking back on the incredible variety of discussions that we had the honor of hosting. This week, join moderator/author Jonathan Nevair and authors Aliette de Bodard, Christopher Ruocchio, Marina J. Lostetter, Hûw Steer and Taran Hunt for a TBRCon2024 panel…

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Did it really happen: the Resurrection of Jesus? Mike Licona vs Larry Shapiro hosted by Andy Kind 1:17:42

21d ago1:17:42

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The question of the historicity of Jesus' resurrection has been repeatedly investigated, probed, and discussed. This week on Unbelievable we will add to the debate by asking ‘Did it really happen – the Resurrection of Jesus?’ dissecting the narratives of Jesus’ death and Resurrection. We’ve got two eminent scholars – who are good friends but with d…

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Ep. 97: Genre Mashups with Adrian M. Gibson (Mini-Masterclass) 1:07:41

23d ago1:07:41

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Join host M.J. Kuhn as she delves into a mini-masterclass on Genre Mashups with her co-host/author Adrian M. Gibson. During the episode, Adrian picks apart the various aspects of genre mashups, including how he incorporated police procedurals and crime thrillers into Mushroom Blues, milieu and aesthetics as mashup elements, genre mashups vs. subgen…

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Classic Replay: From Atheist to Catholic with Leah Libresco and Hemant Mehta 57:58

24d ago57:58

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In this Classic Replay of Unbelievable? Podcast, we delve into the fascinating journey of Leah Libresco, once a prominent atheist blogger who made headlines by converting to Catholicism. Her story gained attention across both religious and secular spheres, including a feature on CNN.Leah sits down with Hemant Mehta, widely known as the Friendly Ath…

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Ep. 58 - Kirstie Alley 25:57

25d ago25:57

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On December 5, 2022, Kirstie Alley -- best known for her iconic role as Rebecca Howe on Cheers and her memorable performances in movies like Look Who's Talking -- passed away from colorectal cancer at the age of 71. Alley's legacy was complicated by her public struggles with weight loss and personal views on various social and political issues, but…

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597 Karl Ove Knausgaard (with Bob Blaisdell) | My Last Book with Nicholas Dames 1:03:32

25d ago1:03:32

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Norwegian author Karl Ove Knausgaard (b. 1968) became known in his home country - or at least its literary circles - when he put out two well-received novels in the late 1990s. But it was the publication of his six-volume autobiographical series Min Kamp, or My Struggle, that turned him into a household name - and when the books were translated int…

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The Bible Says What!? Episode 250: Spiritual Spiders with Jacqueline Maddison 1:06:27

26d ago1:06:27

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On today's episode, I talk with the owner and editor-in-chief of Beverly Hills Magazine and the founder of the God Foundation, Jacqueline Maddison. We discuss invisible spiders, friendship, and business communications. Today's special guest can be found here: https://www.beverlyhillsmagazine.com/ As always, thank you for listening, sharing, and sup…

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Should Christians play politics? Michael F. Bird vs Stephen Wolfe hosted by Billy Hallowell 1:12:12

27d ago1:12:12

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With crucial elections happening in the UK and USA this year Unbelievable is diving back the debate into politics and faith with some paradigm shifting thinkers and theologians. Strap in for this mini-series starting with Michael F. Bird (Deputy Principal & New Testament scholar at Ridley College, Australia) and Stephen Wolfe (author of ‘The Case f…

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TBRCon2024 Highlight: SPFBO 9 Finalists (with C. M. Caplan, Clayton Snyder, R.K. Ashwick & More) 1:24:35

28d ago1:24:35

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Every Friday, we're highlighting a panel from the TBRCon2024 all-virtual SF/F/H convention, looking back on the incredible variety of discussions that we had the honor of hosting. This week, join moderator/author C. M. Caplan and authors Ryan Kirk, Clayton Snyder, R.K. Ashwick, Jacquelyn Hagen, J.D.L. Rosell, K.E. Andrews, E.C. Greaves, Morgan Stan…

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Is our mind really more than mere matter? Keith Ward and David Papinaeu (Replay) 1:00:34

1M ago1:00:34

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In this replay we bring together Christian Philosopher & Theologian Keith Ward and atheist Professor of Philosophy from King's College London, David Papinaeu to unpack the question "Is our mind more than matter"? Ward believes that the brain is accompanied by an immaterial mind, while Papinaeu believes the brain and the mind to be one in the same -…

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Ep. 96: Adrian M. Gibson talks Mushroom Blues, Self-Publishing, Travel & More 1:13:09

1M ago1:13:09

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Join host M.J. Kuhn as she chats with author(!!!) Adrian M. Gibson about his debut novel Mushroom Blues, why he chose self-publishing, what he's learned from podcasting, writing Mushroom Blues and how it came to be, creating characters, the power of mushrooms, The Fungalverse interconnected universe, worldbuilding, travel, alienation and much more.…

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Ep. 57 - Sam Cooke 22:29

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On December 11, 1964, Sam Cooke – the singer and songwriter of some of the most recognizable soul and pop songs every written – including “Twisting the Night Away,” “You Send Me,” “Wonderful World,” “A Change is Gonna Come,” and so many more – was shot and killed in a Los Angeles motel. Cooke’s killing was perhaps the first modern true-crime story,…

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596 The Power of Stories (with J Edward Chamberlin) | Taylor Swift and Emily Dickinson | Flannery O'Connor (with Mike Palindrome) | My Last Book with Shin Yu Pai 1:13:04

1M ago1:13:04

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It's a literary smorgasbord! First, Jacke dives into the recent news of the surprising connection between Taylor Swift and Emily Dickinson. Next, he welcomes Mike Palindrome, President of the Literature Supporters Club, for a discussion of why Mike has been reading Flannery O'Connor for so many years. Then storytelling expert J. Edward Chamberlin s…

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The Bible Says What!? Episode 249: But Why with Ty-Shan-Dra Davis 51:13

1M ago51:13

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On today's episode, I talk with Christian podcaster TyShandra. We discuss words, dreams, and the whys. Today's special guest can be found here: https://www.whogodsays.com/ As always, thank you for listening, sharing, and supporting the show. If you like what you hear and want to help keep the recording light on, visit https://www.patreon.com/BSWthe…

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Is God’s love truly for all - universalism or eternal damnation? Andrew Hronich vs Jerry Walls hosted by Dr. Sean McDowell 1:00:19

1M ago1:00:19

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Top apologist, Biola professor, and author Dr. Sean McDowell guest hosts Unbelievable on the topic, 'Does God truly love everyone?'. Most Christians would say yes. At the heart of Christianity is a declaration that God so loved the world that he gave his only Son to make salvation possible for every single person. But there are very strongly held v…

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LISTENING PARTY: Mushroom Blues Soundtrack 58:05

1M ago58:05

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The Mushroom Blues soundtrack is almost here, and to give you a taste, production duo Sporer and author Adrian M. Gibson have come together for an official LISTENING PARTY. The three discuss the creation of the album, the recording process and instruments used, capturing the mood of a book, their relationships with mushrooms and more. They also sho…

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Ep. 95: Circular Storytelling with Moses Ose Utomi (Mini-Masterclass) 48:01

1M ago48:01

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Join co-hosts Adrian M. Gibson and M.J. Kuhn as they delve into a mini-masterclass on Circular Storytelling with author Moses Ose Utomi. During the episode, Moses traces the circumference of circular storytelling, including what it is, how Moses approached it in The Forever Desert series, mythology and storytelling traditions, how to utilize circul…

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Ep. 56 - Marlon Brando 29:59

1M ago29:59

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On July 2, 2004, Marlon Brando -- perhaps the most iconic film actor of the 20th century for his roles in classics like On the Waterfront and The Godfather -- passed away from a mysterious lung condition at the age of 80. Despite his personal troubles, Brando's groundbreaking and unconventional approach to acting ushered in a new era in Hollywood t…

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595 Machiavelli (with Gabriele Pedulla) | My Last Book with Sarah Ruden 55:29

1M ago55:29

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For centuries, Machiavelli has been viewed as everything from an insightful pragmatist to the mouthpiece of Satan. In this episode, Jacke talks to Italian scholar Gabriele Pedullà about his book On Niccolò Machiavelli: The Bonds of Politics, which offers a surprising new take on a 500-year-old literary and political giant. PLUS Vergil translator an…

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