Best Emerald Moon Podcasts (2024)

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Deep Dive: What Happened to Harold Holt? (Teaser) 2:44

2h ago2:44

2:44

In this bonus episode for Patreon subscribers, Emerald takes Tom on a deep dive (!) into the life and unexplained death of Harold Holt, Australia’s 17th Prime Minister. Who was the man himself? What happened on that fateful day when he went swimming and never came back? What are the best conspiracy theories? And how hack is it to make jokes about t…

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139: Labor Disappointments & the AUKUS Dud Deal 1:10:18

4h ago1:10:18

1:10:18

A short little ten minute debate about Raygun. Emerald and Tom answer a listener question about writing to your MP and what is the best way to get them to listen (11:35). Then it’s a smorgasbord of Labor cowardice and disappointment. First, Vic Labor has abandoned their commitment to raise the age of criminal responsibility to fourteen (17:31). Nex…

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Let's Talk Fandoms 41:34

1h ago41:34

41:34

On this month's bonus episode we discuss book fandoms and their impact on the book community. Tune in to hear us argue about the pronunciation of Don Quixote... Do you have a book you'd like us to review on this show? Send us an email at badassliteraturesociety@gmail.com If you don't already, follow us on Instagram and Facebook Art by Justin Miller…

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138: What are the odds: gambling ads and Makarrata 1:03:06

3d ago1:03:06

1:03:06

OUTRAGE as Greens-aligned comedian makes a joke that the media deliberately pretends is an opinion (and it’s not about Tom for once). Emerald and Tom go over the Labor government’s brave choice to be cowards about gambling advertising reform (8:25). Next up, why has the government bravely decided to ditch a Makratta truth-telling commission? (36:57…

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Teaser: Inside The Greens #5 pt 2: Keating v Forests, Peter Singer, 1996 Election 3:20

9d ago3:20

3:20

In this bonus series for Patreon subscribers, Tom takes Emerald through chapter 5 of author Paddy Manning’s epic history of the Australian Greens movement, “Inside The Greens: The Origins and Future of the Party, the People and the Politics.” In this instalment - Paul Keating does Paul Keating things, the Greens give preferences to the Tories, the …

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137: Unf*** the Cabinet & the Missing Peace ft. Jo Vallentine 1:04:17

10d ago1:04:17

1:04:17

Unf*** the f***ing future you f***ing ****ed ****-brained ****s. Emerald and Tom take a look at the Albanese government’s cabinet reshuffle. (10:46) It’s not a house (ing minister), it’s a home (affairs minister), or whatever the right joke is. Then Emerald is joined by Australia’s first Greens senator, Jo Vallentine! (25:30) Have the Greens lost s…

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Daughter of the Moon Goddess 1:16:05

16d ago1:16:05

1:16:05

This month we read and review Daughter of the Moon Goddess by Sue Lynn Tan. Like all of our reviews, the first part is spoiler free. Here's a little about Daughter of the Moon Goddess: Growing up on the moon, Xingyin is accustomed to solitude, unaware that she is being hidden from the feared Celestial Emperor who exiled her mother for stealing his …

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136: Is being able to afford a house brat? 1:09:10

17d ago1:09:10

1:09:10

AI Steven Miles dances as democracy faces a turning point. Emerald and Tom unpack the Greens’ controversial new “buy a house to have a place to live” policy that aims to stabilise housing prices. (9:57) If you aren’t turning a profit, why even bother!? Then an update on the US election and Vice Brat Kamala’s presumed ascension to Democratic Preside…

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Teaser: Inside The Greens #5: Breaking Through, Germans, WA, 1993 Election, Whitlam 7:46

19d ago7:46

7:46

In this bonus series for Patreon subscribers, Tom takes Emerald through chapter 5 of author Paddy Manning’s epic history of the Australian Greens movement, “Inside The Greens: The Origins and Future of the Party, the People and the Politics.” In this instalment - the German Greens behave badly, the 1993 election and Paul Keating, the WA Greens step…

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135: What’s Gonna Happen in the NT Election? ft. Asta Hill, Greens Candidate for Braitling 1:02:19

24d ago1:02:19

1:02:19

Kung Fu Panda quits the band and sells out Rage Kage for saying a naughty joke to a giant robot. Tom is joined by guest host Asta Hill, Greens candidate for Braitling in August’s Northern Territory election. First, a catch up on the whole America situation and the whole CFMEU situation (11:25). Then a big look at the state of play in NT politics. (…

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134: France, Gaza Death Toll & Media Collapses 1:09:56

1M ago1:09:56

1:09:56

Adam Bandt needs to let dead dogs lie. Emerald and British lad Tom take a quick look at the French election results (13:05). Then, an update on the destruction of Gaza and the government’s response to appoint a special envoy against antisemitism. (19:14) Next, major staff cuts have hit Pedestrian and other Nine brands. (49:27) What is the future fo…

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Teaser: Farming & Agriculture ft. Tammi Jonas from Australian Food Sovereignty Alliance 5:52

1M ago5:52

5:52

In this bonus Patreon episode requested by a subscriber, Emerald speaks to Tammi Jonas from Australian Food Sovereignty Alliance about the movement for responsible farming and food production. How can the Greens connect better with people outside the inner-city leftie bubble? Do corporations treat sustainability like it’s a big joke? How can we eat…

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133: Fatima Resigns, UK Election & Midwinter Ball ft. Rachel Withers 1:06:49

1M ago1:06:49

1:06:49

Emerald is joined again by Rachel Withers, the only good (adult) Aussie journalist! First up is the most important news story of the week - Midwinter Ball, Canberra’s bizarre formal for politicians and journalists. (2:30) Then it’s a recap of the UK election results. (13:08) What were the funniest moments, what does it mean for Australia, and why c…

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The Best Way to Bury Your Husband 1:19:10

2M ago1:19:10

1:19:10

This month we read and review The Best Way to Bury Your Husband by Alexia Casale. Like all of our reviews, the first part is spoiler free. Here's a little about The Best Way to Bury Your Husband: A dark comedy about four women coming together to heal the damage their husbands have done––and hide their bodies once they’ve killed them When Sally kill…

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132: Biden, Assange, Pill-Testing, Payman, Vaping 1:14:45

2M ago1:14:45

1:14:45

President Biden is not going to exploit, for political purposes, his opponent's youth and inexperience. Emerald and Tom dive into so much news - first up in bizarre instances of good things happening, Julian Assange is free and home in Australia! (12:26) Next, pill testing is now permanent in Victoria! (28:25) Then, Labor Senator Fatima Payman cros…

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Teaser: UK Election Preview ft. @NoJusticeMTG 3:16

2M ago3:16

3:16

Tom is joined by streamer and Novara Media regular @NoJusticeMTG aka Helena to preview the upcoming UK election on July 4th. Is this a new dawn for TERF Island or is Sir Keir’s Labour just more of the same? What are the funniest things that have happened over the campaign? What are the chances for the Greens party? Can anything good happen in the U…

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131: Nuclear-Powered Condemnation Games 1:10:52

2M ago1:10:52

1:10:52

A CEO Sleepout outside the Qantas lounge. Emerald and Tom look at the Opposition’s new definitely-real nuclear power policy (07:21). Are they noobs to be owned, or are they changing the public discourse? Then, there are many recent protests to condemn (40:10) - the office of federal MP for Macnamara, Josh Burns, was vandalised by anti-Israel protes…

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130: Adam Bandt is (like) Hitler? ft. Ellen Sandell, new Vic Greens Leader 1:06:17

2M ago1:06:17

1:06:17

Greens are literally Nazis, sez The Aus. Emerald and Tom try to get their heads around Peter Dutton’s bold “you will have to wait and see hope you are pleasantly surprised” non-approach to the LNP’s 2030 emissions targets (14:10). Then, new Victorian Greens leader Ellen Sandell joins the show (31:22) to chat housing, Palestine and the fight against…

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Our Top 5 Desert Island Books 36:25

2M ago36:25

36:25

On this month's bonus episode we discuss which 5 books we would bring if we were stranded on a desert island. Let us know on Instagram which books you would bring and why! Do you have a book you'd like us to review on this show? Send us an email at badassliteraturesociety@gmail.com If you don't already, follow us on Instagram and Facebook Art by Ju…

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Teaser: COMEDY IN CRISIS - Sky News vs Cancel Culture 2:39

2M ago2:39

2:39

In this bonus episode for Patreon subscribers, Emerald and Tom watch and react to the hard-hitting Sky News expose, COMEDY IN CRISIS: How cancel culture is killing laughter. Wait, is Rowan Dean a comedian? Why do the woke mob hate fun? Was it always like this? Is the point of comedy to offend? Is conservative comedy just bullying? Could The Office …

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129: Are the Greens Anti-Semitic? ft. Campbell Gome 1:05:20

3M ago1:05:20

1:05:20

Are the Greens oikophobic a.k.a.. afraid of housing? Emerald and Tom are joined by Campbell Gome from the Jewish Greens to ask, DO WE CONDEMN THE GREENS!?! (10:59) Why did Labor and the LNP team up in parliament to call the Greens anti-semitic? Why is Adam Bandt threatening to sue? Do the Greens hate truth and love spreading misinformation? Has eve…

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128: Middle Class Cate, the Rafah Meme & Laura Tingle ft. Rachel Withers 1:15:01

3M ago1:15:01

1:15:01

Is Cate Blanchett middle class while also being worth $140 million? Emerald and Tom catch up on the week’s migration news and the DIRECTION NINETY-NINE drama (19:19). Then they are joined by the only good (adult) Aussie journo, Rachel Withers! (31:20) They chat about the failed motion in parliament for Palestinian statehood, Fatima Payman, Julia Gi…

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Tress of the Emerald Sea 54:48

3M ago54:48

54:48

This month we read and review Tress of the Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson. Like all of our reviews, the first part is spoiler free. Here's a little about Tress of the Emerald Sea: The only life Tress has known on her island home in an emerald-green ocean has been a simple one, with the simple pleasures of collecting cups brought by sailors from f…

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Teaser: Inside The Greens #4: Infighting, Proscription & Birth of Aus Greens 2:51

3M ago2:51

2:51

In this bonus series for Patreon subscribers, Tom takes Emerald through chapter 4 of author Paddy Manning’s epic history of the Australian Greens movement, “Inside The Greens: The Origins and Future of the Party, the People and the Politics.” In this instalment - Drew Hutton, Graham Richardson , Labor thugs threaten Green candidates, Ian Cohen, ear…

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127: ICC Issue Arrest Warrants + We Solve Immigration 1:13:50

3M ago1:13:50

1:13:50

Advance Australia doing free Greens PR. Emerald and Tom discuss this week’s actions by the International Criminal Court to issue arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders (5:16). Was the reaction cool and normal? Then a long-awaited chat about migration levels coming into Australia (37:07). Is it a real problem or racist dogwhistling? Finally, …

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126: Budget Losers 2024 + Brisbane Election Recap 1:16:18

3M ago1:16:18

1:16:18

Going for a run at 3:46am in the morning like a normal human man. Emerald and Tom are here for Budget Losers 2024! (8:31) What is their take on Jim Chalmer’s third budget? What weird things have ABC winners & losers chosen this year? Why doesn’t Tom know what a fit check is? Then a call to action (59:03), and finally, an extended extract from our r…

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Teaser: Live in Brisbane ft. Trina Massey 6:47

3M ago6:47

6:47

As a special Patreon bonus, here is a full exclusive live episode recorded April 27th 2024 at Good Chat in Brisbane! Emerald and Tom catch up on the Australia vs Elon Musk social media censorship debate, before welcoming Trina Massey, councillor for the Gabba! First up is a recap of the recent Brisbane council elections, ending in a game of Green L…

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Bonus: Book Debate 52:15

3M ago52:15

52:15

On this month's bonus episode we have a live debate about some book-related topics, like e-books vs physical books or audiobooks vs reading. We hope you enjoy the episode! Do you have a book you'd like us to review on this show? Send us an email at badassliteraturesociety@gmail.com If you don't already, follow us on Instagram and Facebook Art by Ju…

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125: Gas, Rafah & Campus Protests ft. Amy MacMahon 51:32

3M ago51:32

51:32

Door-knocking in a coma. Emerald is joined by Amy MacMahon, Greens state MP for South Brisbane! First up an update on Amy’s return to work following a horror car crash earlier this year. How long until MPs resumed being mean to her in parliament? Then this week Labor gave a big sloppy kiss to gas with its Future Gas Strategy Analytical Report (11:5…

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124: Is Gendered Violence Getting Worse? 57:48

4M ago57:48

57:48

Pauline Hanson vs Mehreen Faruqi. Emerald and Tom discuss violence against women in Australia, following protests against gendered violence across the country (15:54). Is the problem getting worse? What happened with Albo’s icky appearance at the Canberra rally? What is being done to help the situation and how should we approach it as non-carceral …

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Teaser: 12 Rules for Strife ft. Jeff Sparrow & Sam Wallman 8:06

4M ago8:06

8:06

In this bonus for Patreon subscribers, Emerald and Tom are joined by journalist Jeff Sparrow and cartoonist Sam Wallman, to discuss their new book 12 Rules for Strife! What are the twelve rules, and how can we affect change in this world of shit and evil? What does it have to do with Jordan Peterson? —- Subscribe on Patreon to support the show and …

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Under the Whispering Door 1:01:09

4M ago1:01:09

1:01:09

This month we read and review Under the Whispering Door by TJ Klune. Like all of our reviews, the first part is spoiler free. Here's a little about Under the Whispering Door: When a reaper comes to collect Wallace from his own funeral, Wallace begins to suspect he might be dead. And when Hugo, the owner of a peculiar tea shop, promises to help him …

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123: Live in Brisbane ft. Max Chandler-Mather 1:12:43

4M ago1:12:43

1:12:43

Live from Good Chat Comedy Club in Meanjin/Brisbane, Emerald and Tom are joined by the federal MP for Griffith, Max Chandler-Mather! After some obligatory ‘Arj Barker vs mums’ discourse, it’s on to a big chat about the state of housing in Australia. How did it get so bad? Can anything be done? Was Max good on Q&A? Then some audience questions inclu…

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122: Stabbings & Supermarkets 1:06:51

4M ago1:06:51

1:06:51

The Greens are a nut, they’re crazy in the coconut. Emerald and Tom discuss the horrific stabbing attacks in Sydney last week, the crappy media response, and wonder what will be done to fix Australia’s mental health crisis (7:15). Then they talk about Senator Nick McKim (McKrazy) and his grilling of the naughty Woolworth CEO Brad Banducci in the se…

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Teaser: Jim’s Eugenics (Live in Melbourne) 1:47

4M ago1:47

1:47

In this bonus for Patreon subscribers, live from Comedy Republic in Melbourne, Tom takes Emerald through the fast times and bonkers views of Jim’s Mowing founder Jim Penman. Sadly his political party was only an April Fools joke (Tom being the fool), but his views on how to fix the world are… intense. After the live segment, Emerald and Tom reconve…

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Author Interview: Bethanie Finger 1:18:43

4M ago1:18:43

1:18:43

Hey everyone! Welcome to our newest bonus episode. This one is special though, because we have Bethanie Finger joining us to talk about her debut novel, More Than Life: A YA Historical Fantasy. Enjoy the interview, and don't forget to check out Bethanie's book, available on Amazon.com and from Barnes & Noble. Bethanie Finger Social: @bethaniefinger…

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121: Squatting with Purplepingers & Israel 1:16:09

4M ago1:16:09

1:16:09

Molly the magpie, Peggy the dog and Steven the premier. Emerald and Tom celebrate ‘friend-of-the-pod’ Purplepingers’ media campaign to create a squatters register, and how it has incensed the civility politics crowd (13:06). Then an update on Israel’s endless attacks on Gaza (40:27). Is it finally bad now that they killed World Central Kitchen aid …

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120: Live in Melbourne ft. Osman Faruqi 1:02:49

5M ago1:02:49

1:02:49

Adam Bandt’s living large. Emerald and Tom come to you live from a sold out show at the Comedy Republic in Melbourne! First, we have a woke new Governor-General, and Samantha Ratnam is coming to take down Peter Khalil. Then Osman Faruqi, culture editor for The Age and Greens nepo baby, joins to talk Labor’s messed up migration bill, and ask what’s …

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Teaser: Inside The Greens - Chapter 3.5 - How US controls Australia 3:08

5M ago3:08

3:08

In this bonus series for Patreon subscribers, Tom continues taking Emerald through chapter 3 of author Paddy Manning’s epic history of the Australian Greens movement, “Inside The Greens: The Origins and Future of the Party, the People and the Politics.” In this instalment - WA federal senator/ratbag Jo Vallentine and the birth of the WA Greens. Nuc…

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A Magic Steeped in Poison 57:32

5M ago57:32

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This month we read and review A Magic Steeped in Poison by Judy I. Lin. Like all of our reviews, the first part is spoiler free. Here's a little about A Magic Steeped in Poison: For Ning, the only thing worse than losing her mother is knowing that it's her own fault. She was the one who unknowingly brewed the poison tea that killed her—the poison t…

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119: Greens-Labor Coalition(!?) & Gaza Visas ft. Reem Borrows 1:04:12

5M ago1:04:12

1:04:12

Is the CIA going to dismiss Ballard? Emerald and Tom look back on the Tassie election and assess the odds of a future Greens-Labor GLP coalition (14:12). Is it inevitable? Or would Labor rather throw the government out of the pram? Then they are joined by Reem Borrows from Palestine Australia Relief and Action (PARA) (42:40), for an update on the s…

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118: Meta, Tassie, Religious Freedom & Holly Valance ft. Jack Toohey 1:14:44

5M ago1:14:44

1:14:44

Meta is like can we just not talk about politics right now? Tom is joined by guest host, viral political advocate and filmmaker Jack Toohey! First up they recap the results of the Tasmanian state election (21:41). Is it now Van Greeman’s Land? Then they look at the government’s new religious discrimination bill (34:27). What’s the point of this? Wi…

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117: QLD Council Election Results & Donation Reforms 1:10:28

5M ago1:10:28

1:10:28

Can I have your vote? Don’t worry about my ankle bracelet. Emerald and Tom react to the Queensland local council elections and state by-elections (8:39). Was it another Greenslide? Is Labor totally screwed for the upcoming state election? Then, the government is looking to introduce changes to political donations and election funds (41:04). This is…

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BookTok Bonus V: Speed Round 27:11

5M ago27:11

27:11

Tune in for a bonus episode where we do a BookTok challenge and discuss some challenges and reading goals for 2024. For those of you unfamiliar, this is a challenge that can be found on TikTok that we’ve done on the show instead! Do you have a book you'd like us to review on this show? Send us an email at badassliteraturesociety@gmail.com If you do…

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Teaser: That’s My Jam 2 - Kitchen Cabinet Recap 3:45

5M ago3:45

3:45

In ep 2 of our Patreon bonus show That’s My Jam, Emerald and Tom re-open the Kitchen Cabinet and recap some classic eps from 2016. First up is former Greens leader Richard Di Natale. Who even has heard of that guy? Then it's the gruesome twosome Anthony “Albo” Albanese and Christopher “Christopher Pyynnne” Pyne having a disgusting double date and t…

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116: Stupid White Property Council Bastards 1:01:03

6M ago1:01:03

1:01:03

Sam Kerr is a reverse milkshake duck. Emerald and Tom do a vibe check on the upcoming Brisbane City Council local election and Steven Miles’ texting SCANDAL (8:36). Next they check out this week’s developments in the fight for housing, with Greens proposing new public investment and Max Chandler-Mather speaking at National Press Club (23:20). Final…

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115: Pigs, Pride & TAS Politics ft. Tabatha Badger 1:11:18

6M ago1:11:18

1:11:18

Katter and Wilkie aren’t as happy as a pig in mud. Emerald and Tom look at the debate over whether the NSW police should march at the Sydney Mardi Gras, following recent police murders and the poor history of the police towards the LGBTQIA+ community (12:31). Are cops tops? Then they are joined by Greens candidate for Lyons in the upcoming Tasmania…

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Introducing… Electoral Dysfunction 14:05

6M ago14:05

14:05

Today, something different – we're bringing you the trailer of an exciting new podcast from Sky called Electoral Dysfunction. Beth Rigby. Jess Philips. Ruth Davidson. With polls suggesting trust in politicians is low, three political powerhouses unite to unravel the spin and explain what’s really going on in Westminster and beyond. Every week, they…

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More Than Life: A YA Historical Fantasy 1:21:24

6M ago1:21:24

1:21:24

This month we read and review More Than Life: A YA Historical Fantasy by Bethanie Finger. Like all of our reviews, the first part is spoiler free. Here's a little about More Than Life: A YA Historical Fantasy: A gripping story of overcoming grief, self-realization, and embarking on the adventure of a lifetime. As the daughter of a high-ranking sea …

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