Best Delusions Of Grandeur Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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Children of the Jedi Ch. 9 - 12 1:09:57

11h ago1:09:57

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Luke Skywalker's no good, very bad day continues as he and Threepio amp up their search for Cray (now on trial for treason) and he runs into some old Tatooine acquaintances. It becomes more and more clear that the Will has absolutely noticed what Luke's up to and is trying its best to ensure he has a convenient accident. But there's another, more h…

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Children of the Jedi Ch. 4 - 8 1:29:12

1d ago1:29:12

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We're not entirely sure what it says about us or him, but we love a concussed Luke Skywalker. 🤷🏻‍♀️ If you thought the trauma of needing his bones replaced in Truce at Bakura was bad, wait til you get a load of this Luke: he's got migraines, he's got collapsing lungs, he's taken an axe to his Achilles...and somehow he's still exploring an enormous …

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Children of the Jedi Ch. 1-3 1:18:22

1d ago1:18:22

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Sometimes, you simply cannot get through five chapters of a Star Wars because there is TOO MUCH TO TALK ABOUT. A cover that gives Luke Skywalker an insane glow-up (and a normal haircut for once), and shows the Falcon at her best (flying off into a romantic sunset). A book that's unafraid to begin with the number one scourge of the 90s (ACID RAIN) a…

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Rogue Squadron Ch. 36 - 40 51:32

16d ago51:32

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Our intrepid hosts finish this best-selling book! Before we dive into the action, we undertake a wide ranging investigation into Corran Horn's height, and whether or not he qualifies not only as Best Boy, but also Short King. Then it's back to Black(moon), baby, for a rollercoaster of emotion as Wedge does what Wedge does best and Corran hides in a…

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Rogue Squadron Ch. 31 - 35 1:04:49

23d ago1:04:49

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How come they always read like fan fic except in the ways you want them to?! These chapters are full of horniness and a big ol' flirt triangle...but have absolutely no making out whatsoever for incredibly convoluted reasons we just can't parse. Wedge (aka "Veggie") leads most of the gang back to Blackmoon (except for Erisi who is pining for Corran …

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Rogue Squadron Ch. 26-30 1:07:26

30d ago1:07:26

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We could call this Ch. 26-30 of Rogue Squadron but it's maybe more accurate to say we're diving in to How To Blow Up A Pipeline by Horton Salm? Rogue Squadron et al. get their shit rocked at Blackmoon thanks to Bothan overconfidence. Corran dreams of making out with Erisi in a Windows '95 desktop image. Just as he's on his way to getting well and t…

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Rogue Squadron Ch. 21 - 25 57:53

1M ago57:53

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Corran Horn pulls off a bonkers maneuver that saves the whole Squadron — and also gets him accused of Lite Treason (TM) / confined to his quarters. The rest of the crew feels sorry for him, but not so sorry that they refrain from either making out with each other in said quarters...or trying to make out with him due to battle victory horniness. Mir…

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Rogue Squadron Ch. 16-20 1:07:23

2M ago1:07:23

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Buckle up as our hosts follow Rogue Squadron into combat once more! First, there's some very fancy flying, followed by much unfancy drinking out of what one can only assume are space Solo cups (is Han Solo secret heir to a cup fortune? Is this where the $ for his teen swoop racing career came from?). The drinking leads to some extremely complex emo…

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Rogue Squadron Ch. 11-15 52:20

2M ago52:20

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Our intrepid hosts survive their first space battle alongside Corran Horn (with heavy assist from patrons who explained how gravity actually works). Wedge engages in a battle of bureaucracy and gets his ass handed to him. We learn more about Ysanne "Iceheart" Isard's background and her mysterious ability to be both middle aged and attractive AT THE…

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Rogue Squadron Ch. 6 - 10 1:05:11

2M ago1:05:11

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Okay so you know how we've talked before about the lack of sex in Star Wars...well, that doesn't mean that there's a total lack of intimacy, as evidenced by Wedge Antilles' VERY HOT, VERY PUBLIC relationship with his X-Wing. A lot of stuff happens in these chapters (solid legal counsel, team bonding, Han Solo hot goss, a terrifying journey through …

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#5 - How Dante Got His Groove Back 44:23

3M ago44:23

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Tonight’s the night! The BIG talent show: RAs ARE TALENTED (RAT). Unfortunately, that RAT Ricky is the only RA left at Z-Hall! Will Dante and friends be able to clear their names?? Will Stephanie beat those allegations of racism?? All will be revealed in the thrilling finale of Childish: The Podcast Musical! Thank you all for listening. You're the …

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Rogue Squadron Ch. 1 - 5 1:02:28

3M ago1:02:28

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WEDGE WATCH! By super popular demand, it's time to embark on our epic one-book* foray into the X-Wing Series with Rogue Squadron by Michael A. Stackpole. Right away, we've got a simulated space battle (because of course), some highly questionable military decision-making (slash: war crimes), and a bad guy who fancies himself a taller, hotter Grand …

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Childish Episodes 1-4 RECAP 13:44

3M ago13:44

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It’s been a LONG time coming. The series finale of Childish: The Podcast Musical is just around the corner. Join the series writers as we recap the first four episodes, relive memories, and share when to expect Episode 5 in your feeds. Episode 1 written by Zachary GoldbergEpisode 2 written by Jasmine ElshamyEpisode 3 written by Elyse MoralesEpisode…

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Tales from Jabba's Palace 58:11

3M ago58:11

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Coming at you with a quick palate cleanser between Shadows of the Empire and Rogue Squadron — and a kind of literal one, too, since one of these stories involves the madcap adventures of Jabba's classically-trained chef as he tries to clear his name in the wake of a slew of murders-by-beignet. We've also got a story from a Canadian-American husband…

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Shadows of the Empire Ch. 36 - 40 1:06:01

3M ago1:06:01

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In the final chapters of this saga, a book that started off at a jewelry-making retreat before taking a hard left into sexual assault finally resolves in full-out slapstick comedy. Our heroes trek through a sewer and douse themselves in literal shit. Chewie, bless his heart, goes sprawling in the middle of an ambush following a Looney Tunes-style s…

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Shadows of the Empire Ch. 30-35 1:08:16

3M ago1:08:16

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We're back, baby! What's going on again? Ah, yes: Xizor's recovering from getting kicked in the balls by eating some rare and exotic fruit. No sooner do Luke and Lando park the Falcon in Coruscant’s famed frozen shrimps district than they are joined somewhat inexplicably by Dash Rendar. Leia brushes off her old gymnastics routine. Vader painstaking…

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A Quick Break and New Book Announcement (don't worry, we'll be back with more Shadows soon) 3:14

4M ago3:14

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Hey, all! We'll be back from an unanticipated break with the last two episodes of Shadows soon. But we wanted to let you know that our patrons have selected our next book: we'll be diving into Michael A. Stackpole's Rogue Squadron, the first X-Wing novel (as soon as we wrap things up with Xizor and co., that is). If you want to read along, you'll h…

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Shadows of the Empire Ch. 25-29 1:07:10

4M ago1:07:10

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We know some of our listeners are reading along with your kids, so a content warning: these chapters includes discussion of an extended sexual assault scene that’s probably not appropriate for younger listeners (and maybe not a choice for all adults, either). Before we dive in, Kelly reports back from the 25th anniversary screening of The Phantom M…

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Shadows of the Empire Ch. 20-24 1:03:56

4M ago1:03:56

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Did something finally happen in these chapters or do Kelly and Emily just have space Stockholm syndrome?? The action is finally picking up: Xizor contemplates creating some deepfake nudes of Leia and then trims his bonsai (not a metaphor). Vader gets real mad his boss sent him to pick up his son from jail. Threepio commits a felony with a cheerful …

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Shadows of the Empire Ch. 15-19 53:51

5M ago53:51

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Vader and Xizor ratchet up their game of mutual spying and lying. Leia waits around a casino until Guri’s busy schedule of murdering unruly Black Sun associates clears up. Luke and Dash intercept a message from a Bothan spy who may or may not be just a human guy (?) and end up hijacking a load of literal bullshit. And we are left asking what a Twi’…

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Shadows of the Empire Ch. 10-14 59:31

5M ago59:31

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Some things happen in these chapters! Vader stares down a midlife crisis, wondering why being an all-powerful middle manager is not sparking more joy. Xizor and Vader engage in a battle of wits both IRL and over Zoom. Our hosts wonder if schemes are indeed like plants. We find out the basis of the Emperor and Xizor’s friendship (competing over weir…

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Shadows of the Empire Ch. 5-9 1:15:19

5M ago1:15:19

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We start off with some very important Han Mail as we defend the honor of a woman who definitely did NOT write us a nuanced and thorough review on Audible. And after a digression into the net worth of two of literature's greatest manic pixie dream bosses (Talon Karrde and Mr. Darcy), we dive into Shadows again. We get some insight into our villains …

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Shadows of the Empire Ch. 1-4 1:04:13

5M ago1:04:13

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We are finally diving into Shadows of the Empire, by which we mean Lucasfilm's Death Star sized 90's marketing machine. For this is no mere book: it is a weird conglomerate of a novel, several comic books, a video game, collectable figurines, an original soundtrack (!) and probably something else we missed. Before we dive into the book itself, Kell…

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Bonus! Han Mail Bag and A Forest Apart (for real this time) 27:04

6M ago27:04

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Ok, here is the actual show for this week! Apooglies from your very tired delulu crew. It's time for some Han Mail! Plus, a sneak peak of our Patreon bonus episode, A Forest Apart. Listen to chapter one here, or head to our Patreon for the thrilling conclusion: https://www.patreon.com/DelusionsofGrandeurPod. Join us on an adventure where we actuall…

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Tatooine Ghost Ch. 21 - 25 1:08:41

6M ago1:08:41

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It's the last set of chapters for Tatooine Ghost! Han Solo finally has a topic for his art history project and it's: "Why My Wife and Her Entire Culture Is Wrong and I Am Right: A Han Solo Thesis." In probably their most relatable moment to date, stormtroopers complain about nepotism (whew brother, wait 'til they learn the truth about the Skywalker…

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Tatooine Ghost Ch. 17-20 1:00:55

6M ago1:00:55

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Our intrepid heroes finally catch up to the Jawas' sandcrawler only to discover a massive droids' rights violation (and a lot of dead Jawas), but no Kitster. Leia has to pause her grandma's diary to rescue Han from certain death (with a key assist from the Squibs). We find out what stormtrooper armor is actually good for (that sweet built in AC). H…

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Episode 46: Capitalism 35:48

6M ago35:48

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Capitalism and corporatism. Capitalism’s nemesis. The shift to the right as you age. The dystopian hell of Communism. Competition. The utopian myth. Capitalism equals freedom, socialism equals poverty. Freedom as a basic human right. The middle path. Universal basic income. The rat race vs. serfdom toil. Ballooning bureaucracies. Loose Larry David.…

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Tatooine Ghost Ch. 13 - 16 50:37

6M ago50:37

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INT. TATOOINE'S FINEST HOTEL AND DAY SPA — MID-MORNING Leia discovers the Tatooine Dream of a Hutt-style jacuzzi. Han unceremoniously rips an IV from his arm for some very dehydrated but only strongly implied sexy times. Shmi's diary entries continue to reveal her inner life, despite how much podracing recaps try to interrupt. Stormtroopers — led b…

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Tatooine Ghost Ch. 9-12 47:13

7M ago47:13

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Now that Han Solo is alone with this swoop, things are gonna get more explicit between him and this glorified motorcycle than they ever have with him and Leia. Unfortunately, he does crash and spends the rest of these chapters trying to wring three drops of water out of Tatooine's atmosphere. Leia, Chewie, 3PO, and the Squibs mount a rescue campaig…

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Episode 45: Body Image 36:11

7M ago36:11

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Acceptance over love. Old, gross, and free. The body dysmorphic days of youth. Utilitarian bodies. Has the body positive movement gone too far? Extremely extreme. The Ozempic epidemic. The obsession with skinny. Margarine, bagels, skim milk, and Jane Fonda. Hot dad bods. If Stephen Hawking had been a woman. BMI = Bogus Measurement Index. The microb…

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Tatooine Ghost Ch. 5-8 49:02

7M ago49:02

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Our heroes engage in *some* light espionage and *much* dramatic removal of hoods as they chase Killik Twilight and Kitster Banai across Mos Espa. Kitster isn’t home, but they do find the love of C-3P0’s life (Par Ontham’s Guide to Etiquette). And they meet not one, but two of Kitster’s wives, leading to a very tense happy hour. Chewbacca struggles …

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Tatooine Ghost Ch. 1-4 1:03:07

7M ago1:03:07

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Last night, I dreamt I went to Tatooine again. That's right, we’re diving into the New York Times bestseller Tatooine Ghost! So far, this book has it all: a pit stop at the galaxy’s premiere make-out point, a heavily implied Thrawn cameo, an absolutely insane New Republic prosthetics budget, enough contradictory Darth Vader knowledge to give Emily …

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Episode 44: Gossip 37:00

7M ago37:00

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The exchange of information about someone who is absent. Drake’s dick. Alliances. Social bonding through talking smack. Men vs. women. Are people’s lives boring or fascinating? The water cooler. Venting about bad bosses. Shrugging off rumours. Positive gossip. Privacy as a retro phenomenon. Fighting as entertainment. Are rate your date sites ethica…

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Episode 43: Discipline 37:46

8M ago37:46

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Zero executive function. Jocko Willink. Mind control. How does discipline equal freedom? Carmen’s boner for discipline. Living for pleasure. Going Goggins. Callusing your mind. Pushing yourself past your limits. Focusing on focusing. Making excuses. Being lazy. Podcast and audiobook revolution. Doing things you don’t want to do. The slight edge. Me…

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Season 2: Patreon Announcement 5:49

8M ago5:49

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Season two is on the way next week for Patreon subscribers! We'll be kicking things off with "Tatooine Ghost," an incredible Thrawn-adjacent art heist. Check us out here: patreon.com/DelusionsofGrandeurPod Non-subscribers get free access to episodes two weeks later (but you won't get to vote on upcoming books or chat with your fellow Deluded Star W…

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Episode 42: Narcissism 37:41

8M ago37:41

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How misunderstood narcissism is. The different types. Trauma response vs. genetic. How to spot a narcissist. The danger of lacking self-awareness. Extravagant gifts. Image obsession. Stonewalling. Gaslighting. Feeling crazy. No apologies. Who makes a good narcissistic target. Love bombing. Mirroring. Paying attention to microexpressions. Inability …

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Episode 41: Meditation 35:55

9M ago35:55

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Janet swoons over Sam Harris again. Meditation apps. Meditation misconceptions. Being present. The ten breath challenge. Dropping back into yourself. ADHD background whizzing. Simple, but difficult. Mind control. Neurological spasms. Changing the channel. Living in the now. Not in my life, not in my mind. Meditation in the schools. Meditation while…

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The Last Command Ch. 25-29 1:07:52

9M ago1:07:52

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Hold onto your butts, it's the action-packed conclusion to all the clone madness! And also the end to the regular everyday madness you feel when you’ve got Emperor Palpatine’s voice rattling around in your head in ALL CAPS! But here they are: the final chapters in Timothy Zahn’s glorious Thrawn Trilogy. Plus some Han Mail with trilogy trivia and a …

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Episode 40: Mental Health 37:04

9M ago37:04

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Janet shares some things that have helped her mental health. Sleep, stress, exercise, nutrition, blah, blah, blah. Coping with psycho feelings. When inaction is the best action. The importance of introspection. Solitude vs. isolation. Weed and rumination. Observing your thoughts. The power and paradox of meditation. Deeply breathing. Knowledge as m…

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The Last Command Ch. 21-24 1:02:12

9M ago1:02:12

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Jedi training during a camping trip means getting creative with lightsabers. Wedge gets sent on yet another side mission where he has to try to blend in at a cantina. While Thrawn and the New Republic prepare to duke it out in space, our usual suspects...uh, "heroes"...make a plan to storm the mountain that contains all of the clone madness.…

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The 2nd Round Showdown: A Tale of Triumph or Tragedy 6:56

9M ago6:56

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In this episode, we'll discuss the second round of the playoffs and how our limp-dick lineup managed to limp its way to victory. In this not-so-wild episode, we'll take a closer look at the studs who didn't quite perform as expected, like the infamous Jamar Chase and the not-so-sweet AJ Brown. We'll also share our thoughts on the Steelers, Jets, Co…

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The Last Command Ch. 17-20 56:11

9M ago56:11

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We finally figure out the secret of DELTA SOURCE!! And don’t worry, it’s way cooler than anything you had in mind (yes, even cooler than: “Sounds like Coruscant’s most popular dispensary”). Talon Karrde’s Smuggle Buddies reunite and almost turn on him (gasp!) but he is saved at the last minute due to Niles Ferrier being incredibly bad at his job. L…

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Episode 39: Success 35:31

9M ago35:31

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Janet has no voice and Googles saltwater. The relativity of success. Death as your North Star. The good habit of not thinking. Doers vs. thinkers. Overdoers. The myth of the rat race. Losing joy. Five-year plans. Trying to be someone you are comfortable with. Squirelling nuts away. Mentors and role models. Being the master of your domain. Happy suc…

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So you made the Playoffs | Week 15 11:05

10M ago11:05

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Well, well, well, look who made it to the fantasy football playoffs. It's definitely not because of your superior drafting skills or genius waiver wire pickups. No, no, it must have been sheer dumb luck. But hey, we're not here to judge (yes, we are). We're here to help you navigate the treacherous waters of the fantasy football postseason. Join us…

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The Last Command Ch. 13-16 1:06:46

10M ago1:06:46

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Sorry we missed you last week! Like Luke Skywalker, we desperately needed a nap. On today’s episode, an astute Han Mail makes us question if Han Solo hails from Space France. Thrawn traps the New Republic high command in the prison of *their own minds* (plus a very real wall of invisible asteroids). Mon Mothma and Bel Iblis finally have a heart-to-…

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Fantasy iislands Week 14 News, Updates, Do's & Don'ts 8:00

10M ago8:00

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Hold onto your fantasy jockstraps, folks! Bambo's back, slicing through Week 14 like a hot knife through butter. Whether you're climbing the playoff ladder or comfortably parked on the top-seed throne, this episode will hit you harder than that dude who punched you at the bar when you were drunk. Shoutout to our leagues – Pizza, Fun, Champions – yo…

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Episode 38: Religion 34:22

10M ago34:22

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Why can't you criticize religion? Atheism vs. Agnosticism. Religion as comfort. Suspending disbelief. Religion as a concept. Do people actually believe? Religion as a vintage version of science. Religion as future cringe. Do humans have religious holes? Ayaan Hirsi Ali’s recent conversion to Christianity. The Great Replacement Theory. Virtue signal…

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The Last Command Ch. 9-12 53:32

10M ago53:32

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Barely on the outside, Leia & Han’s twins are already under threat. They get saved by none other than Mara Jade…who is repaid with house arrest?! Uncool, New Republic. Talon Karrde is out there doing smuggler stuff and longing to get his super-competent second-in-command back. And poor Lando continues to learn that bureaucracy is as much of a pain …

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Week 12 Ballers & Bums | Week 13 Gearing up for your Fantasy Playoffs 10:39

10M ago10:39

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Buckle up, fantasy warriors! Bombo's back with the Week 12 Ballers & Bums breakdown that's as unpredictable as a squirrel in traffic. From quarterbacks creating fireworks to the ones who threw interceptions like confetti, this episode is your one-stop-shop for fantasy highs and lows. Did Jalen Hurts and Josh Allen just redefine the QB position with…

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Fantasy iisland Trade Deadline Special 8:36

10M ago8:36

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Strap in, folks! Bombo's serving up a spicy Trade Deadline Special on Fantasy Island Pod! He's schooling you on how to finesse those fantasy football trades like a Wall Street wizard. Get ready for trade secrets hotter than your Aunt Mildred's Thanksgiving stuffing! #FantasyFootball #TradeDeadlineMadness #SackUpAndTrade Our fearless guide, Bombo, d…

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