Modern Fae is a new audio drama that centers around Diya Greenberg, a young woman who feels lost in her life, and makes the fateful decision to move to a tiny South Texan town to manage a bookstore. Little does she realize, but Encrucijada is much, much more than it seems. It is a haven for the legendary and mythological, the shadowy and supernatural. And it is in grave danger. Here, even the shadows have shadows, and something is stirring that threatens not only to consume the whole of this ...
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A creepy modern fantasy that begins as a murder mystery and becomes a dark fantasy adventure filled with action, Irish and Norse folklore, and fae. At the middle of season one, the world of the Hidden People is revealed, complete with magic and monsters. Come for the creepy mysteries and stay for the fantasy action. Discover the world of the Hidden People.
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Most people are baffled at any idea that fairies could exist...and telling people you've had a fairy encounter is a major taboo. The Modern Fairy Sightings Podcast hears from people who’ve had experiences and want to share them. Whether you’re already a believer, or full of intrigue, come open-minded and open-hearted…simply listen, and make your own mind up. But take heed, these are not winged Tinkerbells. These are real fairies. Please note: this podcast is not suitable for children as it m ...
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Lizzie (10) returns to her ancestral home in Maine to make an amazing discovery: the woods behind the farmhouse contain a doorway to the mystical realm of Faerie. But a dark storm looms over the horizon of Fae: Lizzie’s Great-Uncle Carlow has enlisted a goblin army to conquer the World Tree, and has set his sights set on our world after… All that stands in Carlow’s way is Lizzie and her unlikely friends: Kyle, a talking goat, and Garrett, a swashbuckling weasel. OF FAE & FIENDS is a Faerie T ...
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The Wild Goddess Podcast is a space of re-enchantment — where ancient wisdom and modern life meet. Here you’ll find folklore, myth, storytelling, goddess wisdom, and seasonal living woven together as medicine for the soul. Each episode is a descent and a rising: moving through forgotten tales, reflective conversations, meditations, and raw truths that call you back to your own magic. This is a place for women craving depth in a surface-level world — for those ready to remember their power, r ...
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Fairies wreak havoc on the lives of their favorite human podcasters during 2020 lockdown. The Faustian Nonsense Network's first original production is a modern adaptation of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, set during 2020 NYC. Bickering fae, flirtatious mortals, and a podcast within a podcast! Check out FN at faustiannonsense.com, and contribute to our Patreon at patreon.com/faustiannonsense.
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Midwest Coven Cast was created to provide a community for modern pagans who find themselves stumbling through the discovery and growth process of their own spirituality, all while also making their way through the ins and outs of the modern world. Join the coven to hear all of the haphazard adventures and wayward thoughts of three smart, strong, and forward thinking modern "witches."
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Have you ever binge-read a new favorite series, only to end up with a book-hangover? Or finished a heart-stopping scene only to look around and not be able to talk to anyone about it? Maybe you’ve even felt embarrassed about what you’re reading because it isn’t considered a “classic” by people you know. Book Talk for BookTok with Jac and Amy is the go-to literary podcast to discuss your favorite novels with your newest book-besties. They use their literary backgrounds to analyze what makes t ...
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Join Rowan and Xan on the deepest of dives into Stop!! Hibari-kun! - the 1980s transgender romantic comedy you may never have heard of. This incredibly progressive and also incredibly problematic anime and manga series entertained Japanese audiences in the days of Walkmans and Space Invaders, but how does it hold up for a modern trans audience, 40 years and an entire continent removed from its original context?
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The Salem Witch Podcast, brought to you by ToSalem.com, is an interview and news show aimed at keeping you up-to-date with the goings-on in the Salem, witchcraft, esoteric, New England, historic, and spooky travel communities. The show is hosted by ToSalem owner and the all-around historical, paranormal, and esoterically-obsessed Joel Austin (aka Salem Joel). In addition to Joel’s ramblings, the show also features writers, artists, academics, and more! The show is usually recorded with video ...
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Ep 120: The Green Man of the Forest
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1:41:52I speak to Jessica in Oxfordshire who has had a number of encounters including a brownie. Her story begins with meeting a handsome Otherworldly man, dressed completely in green in her local woods who she feels turned out to be Gwyn ap Nudd. It sent her on a journey to discover her ancestry as connected to one of the 'Families of the 'Old North'. Th…
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Heir of Fire (Ch. 32–35): Breadcrumbs and Broomsticks
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44:31This Thursday, we’re digging into your theories and literary breadcrumbs from Heir of Fire Ch. 32–35 — the chapters where bodies break, wings unfurl, monsters surface, and two warriors finally tell the truth. Listeners weigh in, and we read your thoughts! How to participate: Send your theories and spicy takes for Thursday’s Breadcrumbs & Broomstick…
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Heir of Fire (Ch. 32–35): Manon Takes Flight, Celaena Breaks, Rowan Confesses, and Two Warriors Finally Begin to Heal
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1:35:31Book Talk for BookTok with Jac & Amy treats your favorite BookTok novels, romance and romantasy, like literature. We bring real tools of analysis (themes, imagery, symbolism, character arcs) through two lenses: Feminist (gender roles, power, agency, archetypes) and Marxist (class, labor, capital, institutions). Same rigor as a lit class, only with …
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Ep 119: A Magical Grandpa and The Divine Feminine (Slovakia)
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1:12:03I speak to Robert in Slovakia who shares his family's encounter with a 'Magical Grandpa' encounter when he was seven years old. When a local woman at his school shared her own mystical encounters, it seemed to offer him an opportunity to understand the world in a very different way ⭐️ JOIN THE MODERN FAIRY SIGHTINGS COMMUNITY ⭐️ https://www.patreon…
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Ep 64 - Winter’s Threshold Charm: A Folklore Journey into December’s Magic
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9:28Step with me into the old magic of winter. In this special episode, we wander from November into December through a folklore-infused charm-walk filled with robins, hobgoblins, mistletoe, the Holly King, and the ancient Cailleach herself. This isn’t a story, it’s an immersive winter enchantment, a pocket spell woven with old lore, atmospheric imager…
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Heir of Fire (Ch. 26–31): Breadcrumbs and Broomsticks
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50:40This week on Breadcrumbs & Broomsticks, we dive into your theories and spoilery predictions for Heir of Fire Ch. 26–31. You caught everything: the clues in Aelin’s Fae memories, Rowan’s changing behavior, and the deeper meaning behind the Terrasen stag. Listeners weigh in on Chaol and Aedion’s uneasy alliance, Dorian and Sorscha’s dangerous chemist…
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DWM presents The Hidden People: Ragnarok, Chapter 6 “A Chance to Make Good Choices” Written by Alexa Fett Fisher Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside Sound Design and Score by Katharine Seaton Distributed by Realm An old enemy turned tenuous ally begs for help, and Mackenna and her team head to Arcadia to try and stop an invasion. But they quickly …
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Heir of Fire (Ch. 26–31): Aelin Masters Fae Form, Chaol & Aedion Raid Her Past, and Manon Bonds with Abraxos
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1:32:21Book Talk for BookTok with Jac & Amy treats your favorite BookTok novels, romance and romantasy, like literature. We bring real tools of analysis (themes, imagery, symbolism, character arcs) to your favorite books. Two episodes weekly: Tuesday = Analysis Thursday = Listener Thoughts and breadcrumbs Spoilers: Today covers Heir of Fire with context f…
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Ep 63 - The Elm That Remembered : A Witches Tale
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31:09Step into a haunting, atmospheric November tale rooted in British folklore, witchcraft history, and the old magic of the land. In this original Wild Goddess story, we follow the voice of an ancient elm tree, once used as a gallows, as it remembers Aldith, a wise-woman condemned in the cold dark of winter. This is a story of injustice, transformatio…
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Heir of Fire (Ch. 21–25): Breadcrumbs and Broomsticks
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38:24This Thursday, we dive into listener theories and full-series foreshadowing for Heir of Fire Ch. 21–25, where Aelin’s wildfire erupts, Manon chooses Abraxos in the pit, and Dorian overhears the secret that shatters everything. Jac and Amy read through your thoughts on Aelin’s near-death escape from the skinwalkers, Rowan’s “you’d be more useful dea…
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Heir of Fire (Ch. 21–25): Aelin’s Wildfire Unleashed, Manon Claims Abraxos, Dorian Freezes Out Chaol
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1:31:29Book Talk for BookTok with Jac & Amy treats your favorite BookTok novels, romance and romantasy, like literature. We bring real tools of analysis (themes, imagery, symbolism, character arcs) through two lenses: Feminist (gender roles, power, agency, archetypes) and Marxist (class, labor, capital, institutions). Same rigor as a lit class, more jokes…
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Ep 118: Breanna and The Hat Man (North Carolina)
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1:05:19In early childhood, Breanna became used to the presence of 'The Hat Man' - an increasingly-reported shadow-being. Recognisable as a tall, dark figure wearing a hat, and sometimes a cape or trench coat the Hat Man is often said to be without any distinguishable facial features and like 'The Dark Man', people describe him as "blacker than black." In …
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Ep 62 - The Keeper of the Dust & the Ground-Bound Fae: A Folklore Inspired Tale of Courage
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27:56In this episode, I’m sharing an original folklore inspired tale I’ve written called “The Keeper of the Dust and the Ground-Bound Fae.” This story follows Mason, a young fae born without wings, and the brave journey he takes into the Elderwood to seek out a mysterious old woman known as The Keeper of the Dust. Along the way, he meets hedge sprites, …
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Heir of Fire (Ch. 14–20): Breadcrumbs and Broomsticks
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32:36Our Thursday episode is where analysis turns to speculation. In this week’s Breadcrumbs & Broomsticks, Jac and Amy read listener thoughts and spiral (responsibly) through Heir of Fire theories, foreshadowing, and SJM’s long-game craft. We unpack the moment Rowan’s bite forces Aelin’s shift, asking what it reveals about mating bonds, fae dominance, …
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DWM presents The Hidden People: Ragnarok, Chapter 5 “Without Ever Throwing a Punch” Written by Chris Burnside Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside Sound Design and Score by Katharine Seaton Distributed by Realm New friendships form among the heroes, but new loyalties will be tested when everyone’s secrets start coming out. Hel searches Niflheim and…
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Ep 61 - The Wound of a Disenchanted World: Rediscovering Magic, Myth & Wonder in Modern Life
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28:55What happens to the human soul when we lose our sense of magic? In this episode of The Wild Goddess Podcast I'm exploring the deep wound left by the loss of enchantment in our modern world, a wound that has quietly numbed our creativity, spirituality, and connection to nature. Through folklore, mythology, and old-world wisdom, I'm inviting you to r…
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Heir of Fire (Ch. 14–20): Aelin’s First Fae Shift, Rowan’s Bite, Chaol & Aedion Collide
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1:51:18Book Talk for BookTok with Jac & Amy treats your favorite BookTok novels, romance and romantasy, like literature. We bring real tools of analysis (themes, imagery, symbolism, character arcs) through two lenses: Feminist (gender roles, power, agency, archetypes) and Marxist (class, labor, capital, institutions). Same rigor as a lit class, more jokes…
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Breadcrumbs & Broomsticks: Heir of Fire Ch. 8-13 (Spoiler Discussion + Listener Theories)
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29:48Welcome back to Breadcrumbs & Broomsticks, the Thursday companion to our Heir of Fire season. This is where we step out of the strict chapter-bound analysis, and step into the theory pit. In this spoiler-friendly episode, Jac and Amy read listener submissions and talk through the biggest discourse moment of these chapters: Rowan punching Aelin. We …
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Interview with Cait Jacobs and her debut romantasy The Princess Knight
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45:11Today we’re joined by romantasy author Cait Jacobs to talk all things Princess Knight — a “princess goes to war school” fantasy that blends military academy training, slow-burn stakes, political power, systemic misogyny, disability representation, and a heroine who refuses to stay in the role she was assigned. We dig into Clía’s journey from chasin…
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Heir of Fire 8–13: Aelin & Rowan, Training Begins, and The Punch
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1:45:23Heir of Fire (Ch. 8–13): Maeve’s power games, Rowan’s brutal training, wyverns on the horizon, and restraint as craft and character engine. Book Talk for BookTok with Jac & Amy treats your favorite BookTok novels, romance and romantasy, like literature. We bring real tools of analysis (themes, imagery, symbolism, character arcs) through two lenses:…
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Ep 60 - The Old Woman of the Wind. An Enchanted Folkloric Story About Embracing Change
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24:05In this deeply personal and folkloric episode, I'm sharing another original story, The Old Woman of the Wind, a mythic Irish-inspired tale about the power of change, the wisdom of the winds, and the quiet strength found in surrender. Inspired by my wonderful Irish Nan from Ballina, County Mayo, this episode weaves together folklore, intuition and c…
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Ep 59 - The Lantern Keeper - A Samhain Folklore Story
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17:25Step into the magic of Samhain, the season of endings, ancestors, and enchantment, with this hauntingly beautiful folklore tale, The Lantern Keeper. ✨ In this special Samhain episode of The Wild Goddess Podcast, I'm inviting you into a world between worlds, where a woman named Elara ventures into the dark forest to rekindle her light. Guided by the…
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Ep 117: Brother Richard on Halloween Traditions And 'The Visitors'
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1:26:22Brother Richard returns for a discussion on Halloween Traditions including those related to Samhain, All Saints Day, All Souls Day, 'Trick or Treating' customs in Ireland and how we can invite our departed loved ones to join us at this time. We also further discuss 'Dissertations upon the apparitions of angels, dæmons, and ghosts, and concerning th…
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Breadcrumbs & Broomsticks: Heir of Fire Ch. 1–7 (Spoiler Discussion + Listener Theories)
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33:44Welcome to Breadcrumbs & Broomsticks, the Thursday companion to our Heir of Fire analysis! This week, we dive into listener thoughts, spoiler theories, and deep-cut foreshadowing across the Throne of Glass series. In this spoiler-friendly episode, Jac and Amy read your submissions and explore the hidden threads in Heir of Fire chapters 1–7. From Ce…
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DWM presents The Hidden People: Ragnarok, Chapter 4 “You are My People” Written by Megan Burnside and Alexa Fett Fisher Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside Sound Design and Score by Katharine Seaton Distributed by Realm Mackenna and the team travel to Vanaheim to try to free Mimir once and for all. They are met by both helpful and dangerous inhabi…
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Natasha Siegel on "As Many Souls as Stars": Sapphic Romantasy, Faustian Bargains, and the Meaning of Humanity
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45:32In this week’s episode of Book Talk for BookTok, Jac and Amy sit down with Natasha Siegel, author of As Many Souls as Stars, a hauntingly beautiful sapphic romantasy inspired by the Faustus legend. Together, they explore how Natasha’s background in historical fiction, romance, and Jewish-Danish heritage shaped her richly imagined world of love, los…
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Heir of Fire Ch. 1–7 — Aelin/Celaena, Rowan, Chaol, Dorian, Manon (Analysis
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1:46:35A chapter-bound, spoiler-controlled deep dive into Heir of Fire (Ch. 1–7): grief, avoidance, broken bonds, and a first look at Rowan, Aedion, Sorscha, and Manon through Feminist and Marxist lenses. Book Talk for BookTok with Jac & Amy treats your favorite BookTok novels—romance and romantasy—like literature. We bring real tools of analysis (themes,…
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Ep 58 - Books, Boundaries & Becoming: A Conversation with Kalie
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45:06In this episode of The Wild Goddess Podcast, I'm sitting down with Kalie, founder of Soul Sister Society—a women’s self-development book club turned community hub for real growth. We talk about turning pages into practice (hello reading journals, accountability, and taking action), why self-development can feel lonely, and how sisterhood, rituals a…
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Ep 116: Morgan Daimler: Encountering the Otherworld
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1:09:34It was wonderful to finally speak with Morgan who has produced a multitude of great books on the subject of fairies, magical practices and Irish myth. I was very interested to learn more about the encounter Morgan had with a more modern-sounding 'urban' fairy realm. PLUS we chatted about:🌀 receiving strong messages from a non-human beings and some …
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Abigail Owen on The Things Gods Break: Rewriting the Titans and Redefining Fate
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47:39In this episode of Book Talk for BookTok, we interview #1 New York Times bestselling romantasy author Abigail Owen to discuss her new release, The Things Gods Break — the spellbinding sequel to The Games Gods Play. This mythic romantasy series reimagines Titan mythology through a darkly emotional lens, blending ancient lore, forbidden love, and fat…
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Ep 57 - The Tale of Tulip: A Folklore Lesson on Balance, Burnout & the Magic of Rest
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21:39In this episode of The Wild Goddess Podcast, I am sharing an original folkloric tale—The Story of Tulip and Her Wild Garden. A magical story woven with wisdom for our modern lives. Tulip’s dream was to build the most beautiful flower garden the village had ever seen. But in her pursuit of perfection, she lost sight of herself, her friends, and the …
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The Jasad Heir Analysis: Fantasy World-building & Romantasy Themes in Sara Hashem’s Debut Novel
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44:37Welcome to Autumn-ish Book Club! In this flash analysis series, we take an academic approach to some of the most talked-about books in Romantasy and fantasy today. With over 13 years of combined academic literary training, we bring a critical lens to fandom favorites while keeping the discussion fun, thought-provoking, and accessible. In this episo…
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Rowan Whitethorn vs. Aelin Galathynius: The Scene That Split the Throne of Glass Fandom
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53:35This week, we invited our listeners to weigh in on one of the most polarizing moments in Throne of Glass: Rowan punching Aelin. The reactions were intense — some fans defended it as “in-character” or “a product of the world,” while others, like us, questioned what it means when violence against women is treated as acceptable within fantasy storytel…
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DWM presents The Hidden People: Ragnarok, Chapter 3 “Let’s Be Heroes” Written by Chris Burnside and Cari Zahn Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside Sound Design and Score by Katharine Seaton Distributed by Realm Hel entertains Jormungandr. Mackenna faces an old enemy to help Nissa. Audrey gets to know Thomas and Raine better. Old friends thought los…
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Ep 115: Exploring New Realities with Philippe Hannetelle
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48:46Ahead of the Bristol Healing Workshop next month taught by Annick Brofman (November 22nd & 23rd 2025) I chat with Philippe Hannetelle, long term teacher of the Body Mirror System of Healing about pushing through to new realities through the mechanism of healing. Both Philippe and I were taught chakra healing by Martin Brofman, the creator of the Bo…
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Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard Explained: Power, Politics, and Revolution in YA Fantasy
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1:07:15Welcome to Autumn-ish Book Club! In this flash analysis series, we take an academic approach to some of the most talked-about books in Romantasy and fantasy today. With over 13 years of combined academic literary training, we bring a critical lens to fandom favorites while keeping the discussion fun, thought-provoking, and accessible. In this episo…
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Ep 114: Elf Encounter & Psychopomp Crow (Cape Cod, Massachusetts)
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58:55It was an honour to speak with Amanda about her family's experiences. We hear the extraordinary sighting of what her (non-believer) husband described as an 'elf' in and around their home in Cape Cod. Amanda shares a very moving account of a crow which appeared in the family's lives and brought solace, around a tragic event. Lastly, we hear Amanda's…
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Love, Laughter, and Second Chances: In Bloom Bookery Author Panel with Mazey Eddings, Zen Cho, and Amanda Sellet
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55:23Description: Thank you to In Bloom Bookery of Temecula, California for inviting Book Talk for BookTok to moderate this special author event celebrating love, laughter, and second chances in romance fiction. In this lively conversation, hosts Jac and Amy sit down with three acclaimed authors, Mazey Eddings (Well, Actually), Zen Cho (Behind Frenemy L…
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