Best Musings On 39 Podcasts (2024)

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S4, Ep 39: On Mark Fisher's Capitalist Realism & Modernism 2:12:13

11h ago2:12:13

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reading from and engaging with chapter one and seven from Mark Fisher's Capitalist Realism (Published 2009, John Hunt Publishing) through the lens of modernism and post-modernism. with nods to Wallace Shawn, Julio Torres, Samuel Beckett, and more in passing. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support…

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S4, Ep 38: On Fornes and Osterweil and Work 20:26

11h ago20:26

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two readings in this episode: 1. from my essay on Maria Irene Fornes published in the Mentorship issue of The Dramatist Quarterly spring 2024 (Vol 26, No 2). and 2. Vicky Osterweil's "Work Will Set You Free" published on their substack All Cats Are Beautiful on July 17, 2024. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad…

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Ep 43 - Toxic Shock Syndrome 40:17

1h ago40:17

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Send us a Text Message. Charles & Lisa delve into the history of two toxic band members who really show what it means to be a pain to work with: Michael E. Smith of the Fall, and Mike Love of the Beach Boys. Be sure to like, subscribe, rate, and leave reviews! New Jackalope Tales podcasts every Wednesday! Become a J-Lope and follow us on social med…

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41. Venus Xtravaganza & Dorian Corey 49:33

3h ago49:33

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast This week we take a look at the tragic death of Venus Xtravaganza and the disturbing discovery that was made within the closet of Dorian Corey. Our oddity today is the absolutely disastrous Balloon Fest ’86. Sources: Paris is Burning (1990) https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/the-first-self-proclaimed-drag-…

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Ep 42 - Muse Clues 44:53

3d ago44:53

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Send us a Text Message. Join Lisa & Charles as they discuss two women who influenced the writing of a few famous songs. One woman found her way into the darker side of the music and entertainment world, and left her mark. The other woman used her art skills to get closer to the musicians she loved. Become a J-Lope and follow us on social media. You…

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40. The Murder of Latisha Frazier 32:56

3d ago32:56

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast On today's episode we discuss the horrific murder of 18 year old Latisha Frazier. Our oddity this week is the heroic actions of Davyon Johnson. Sources: https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/prosecutors-say-johnnie-sweet-orchestrated-the-murder-of-latisha-frazier/2013/04/23/6a8b5e5a-ac25-11e2-a8b9-2a63d75b5459_…

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Ep 41 - Scar Strangled Banger 33:09

10d ago33:09

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Send us a Text Message. Let freedom ring in this new Jackalope Tales episode! Charles & Lisa discuss the worst performances of the Star Spangled Banner. One performance is by a blackeyed pea and the other is by an 11 year old who had high aspirations for success, but it backfired. Become a J-Lope and follow us on social media. You can find us on Fa…

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39. The Murders of Joel & Lisa Guy 35:15

11d ago35:15

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast This week we talk about the gruesome murders of Joel & Lisa Guy. Our oddity this week is Sogen Kato, Tokyo’s oldest man (allegedly). Sources: https://www.gentrygriffey.com/obituary/Joel-Guy https://www.wvlt.tv/2020/11/19/live-joel-guy-jr-appears-in-court-for-final-sentencing/ https://eu.knoxnews.com/story/news…

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S4, Ep 37: Helen Iball's intro to BLASTED study guide 56:50

13d ago56:50

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the introduction to Helen Iball's study guide to Sarah Kane's BLASTED (Methuen Drama, 2008) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support

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S4, Ep 36: untitled desert play reverie by Caridad Svich 7:39

13d ago7:39

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some text from work in progress, untitled desert play by Caridad Svich. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support

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MINI - Brenda's Got A Baby 9:17

17d ago9:17

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast In this bonus episode, we continue on from our last oddity; songs that were inspired by true events. In this mini we discuss the story that inspired the Tupac Shakur song ‘Brenda's Got A Baby’. Sources:https://rockthebells.com/articles/brendas-got-a-baby-tupac-true-story/ https://www.upi.com/Archives/1991/04/0…

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Ep 40 - J.T. For Your Bunghole 41:33

18d ago41:33

41:33

Send us a Text Message. Jackalope Tales discusses the detrimental impact a cartoon had on two metal bands: Grim Reaper & Winger. Become a J-Lope and follow us on social media. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and check out our YouTube page for more exclusive content! Produced by: Charles Mooney Executive Producers: Charles M…

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38. The Radium Girls Part II 35:44

18d ago35:44

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast We’re back for part 2 of The Radium Girls. This time, we talk about the trial, and some of the women who were affected. For our oddity today, we take a look at some songs that have been inspired by true events. Sources: https://www.nytimes.com/1998/10/06/science/a-glow-in-the-dark-and-a-lesson-in-scientific-pe…

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S4, Ep 35: More musings on Beckett, Modernism and Politics 1:16:43

20d ago1:16:43

1:16:43

in this episode, i continue musings on Samuel Beckett and Modernism. with excerpt from James McNaughton's SAMUEL BECKETT AND THE POLITICS OF AFTERMATH (Oxford University Press, 2018). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support

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S4, Ep 34: from Dalton Trumbo's JOHNNY GOT HIS GUN 25:25

22d ago25:25

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in this episode I read from chapter one of Dalton Trumbo's novel JOHNNY GOT HIS GUN. (published by Penguin Random House edition 1984). the novel was written in 1938 and published in 1939. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support

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S4, ep 33: Musing on Samuel Beckett and Modernism 1:31:53

22d ago1:31:53

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an informal lecture/musing on the author Samuel Beckett, focusing a bit on his works KRAPP'S LAST TAPE and WAITING FOR GODOT, through a modernist lens. with excerpt from Steven Connor's book BECKETT, MODERNISM AND THE MATERIAL IMAGINATION published by Cambridge University Press. (2014) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh…

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Ep 39 - Sabotage 40:15

26d ago40:15

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Send us a Text Message. Charles & Lisa discuss the dangers of making enemies with your soundman! Linda McCartney gets exposed for her challenged vocals and the Beastie Boys use a song to expose their anger with their sound engineer! Become a J-Lope and follow us on social media. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and check out…

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37. The Radium Girls Part I 29:03

26d ago29:03

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast For Part 1, we talk about the discovery of radium, how it was used, and the devastating effects it had on the people who were exposed to it.Our oddity today is Masha Cat. Sources: https://www.nytimes.com/1998/10/06/science/a-glow-in-the-dark-and-a-lesson-in-scientific-peril.html#:~:text=But%20she%20never%20ful…

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S4, Ep 32: Waiting for Recognition by Elinor Fuchs 42:25

29d ago42:25

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reading Elinor Fuchs' essay "Waiting for Recognition" (2007) first published by Modern Drama journal. University of Toronto Press. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support

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S4, Ep 31: reading THE WASTE LAND by T.S. Eliot 25:47

29d ago25:47

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in this episode, I read T.S. Eliot's THE WASTE LAND. 434 lines. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support

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S4, Ep 30: Modernist musing on T.S. Eliot 1:06:18

29d ago1:06:18

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an informal lecture musing on T.S. Eliot and Modernism, esp. in relation to THE WASTE LAND as a core text of Modernism. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support

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Containing Your Chaos 47:58

1M ago47:58

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Episode 348: In this episode , we explore the essence of true embodiment, moving beyond surface expressions to fully embody our authentic selves. We learn to reconnect with our bodies, free ourselves societal norms and past traumas, and emphasize the power of full-body expression to unlock suppressed emotions and enhance self-awareness. Chapters: 0…

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Ep 38 - Zeppelins & Bedbugs 36:35

1M ago36:35

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Send us a Text Message. Charles & Lisa explore Billy Corgan's fear of facial hair and Brandon Flowers' unnatural avoidance of an unlucky number.1 Become a J-Lope and follow us on social media. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and check out our YouTube page for more exclusive content! Produced by: Charles Mooney Executive Pro…

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36. The Murder of Journalist Kim Wall 37:03

1M ago37:03

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast On today's episode we discuss the murder of journalist Kim Wall. Our oddity is Weekend At Bernie's: Brazilian Edition Sources: https://time.com/4912170/who-was-kim-wall/ https://news.sky.com/story/kim-walls-parents-on-why-they-helped-tv-series-about-murder-investigation-12211033 https://www.bbc.com/news/world-…

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S4, Ep 29: Modernism in Literature Part 2: Marx, Darwin, Nietzsche, and more 2:38:18

1M ago2:38:18

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an informal lecture on what begat/influenced Modernism in literature and art. key figures. key thinking. and as always, how capitalism intersects with all --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support

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S4, Ep 25: lost episode. Nate Holdren on the future 16:37

1M ago16:37

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reading from Nate Holdren's slow cancellation of the future. blog piece dated June 6, 2024. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support

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S4, Ep 28: Modernism in Literature: an overview 2:13:36

1M ago2:13:36

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the first in a series of informal musings on Modernism in literature. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support

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S4, Ep 27: from David Barnett's THEATRICALITY, PLAYTEXTS AND SOCIETY 25:49

1M ago25:49

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excerpt from David Barnett's book THEATRICALITY, PLAYTEXTS AND SOCIETY. Published by Cambridge University Press, 2024. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support

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S4, Ep. 26: from Fintan Walsh's PERFORMING GRIEF In PANDEMIC THEATRES 50:38

1M ago50:38

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reading from sections of the book PERFORMING GRIEF IN PANDEMIC THEATRES by Fintan Walsh. published by Cambridge University Press, 2024. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support

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Ep 37 - Mayday 42:31

1M ago42:31

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Send us a Text Message. How Peter Buck turned from southern gentleman to a "naughty" air rager and Juice Wrld got a serious case of "air sickness" in the episode "Mayday"! Become a J-Lope and follow us on social media. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and check out our YouTube page for more exclusive content! Produced by: Ch…

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35. The Beast of Jersey 35:59

1M ago35:59

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast This week we discuss Edward Paisnel a.k.a The Beast of Jersey, and his reign of terror that went on for over a decade. Our oddity this week is that fella who posted picture of a dress that went viral. Sources: https://www.gov.je/Leisure/Jersey/pages/profile.aspx#:~:text=Jersey%20sits%20in%20the%20Bay,Jersey%20…

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S4, Ep 24: from Sara Freeman's Playwriting, Dramaturgy and Space 28:45

2M ago28:45

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an excerpt from Sara Freeman's book Playwriting, Dramaturgy and Space published by Cambridge University Press in 2023 as part of the Cambridge Elements Contemporary Performance Texts series. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support

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S4, Ep 23: On the text, author, and reader 1:04:17

2M ago1:04:17

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an informal lecture/reflection by Caridad Svich on the relationship among the text, the author and the reader --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support

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34. The Murder of Jorge Martin Carreno 30:57

2M ago30:57

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast On today's episode we discuss the murder of Jorge Martin Carreno at the hands of a person who has been dubbed ‘The Cat Killer’.For our oddity today, we take a look at some incident rates at famous tourist attractions. Sources: https://www.thamesvalley.police.uk/news/thames-valley/news/2024/february/19-02-2024/…

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S4, Ep 22: on ghosts and writing 1:10:08

2M ago1:10:08

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an informal lecture on ghosts in writing - their function and their existence. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support

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S4, Ep 21: Jonas Barish Anti-theatrical Prejudice 19:04

2M ago19:04

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reading from the introduction to Jonas Barish's The Anti-theatrical Prejudice (UC Press, 1981), and abstract/summary of Eileen Fischer's review of this book in Modern Drama journal (University of Toronto Press, Volume 25, Number 3, Fall 1982, pp. 435-437) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support…

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S4, Ep 20: on wounds and feelings in literature 1:25:37

2M ago1:25:37

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an informal lecture on wound theory and affect in literature. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support

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S4, Ep 19: On secrets and suspense in literature 1:34:14

2M ago1:34:14

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an informal lecture on how secrets and suspense work in literature. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support

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MINI - I Got It On The Internet 12:13

2M ago12:13

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast In this bonus episode we talk about how the horrific discovery that was made in the bedroom of Jerome Wright. Sources: https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/crime/article192170424.html https://www.tampabay.com/news/publicsafety/crime/Miami-man-told-police-girlfriend-s-mutilated-body-was-a-blow-up-doll-with-hu…

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S4, Ep 18: selections from Joyelle McSweeney's work 29:47

2M ago29:47

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in this episode, i read selections from Joyelle McSweeney's work, as follows: a. "Toxic Sonnets: A Crown for John Keats" from Toxicon and Arachne, Nightboat Books, 2020. b. the poems "Black Orchid" and "The History Plays" from Arachne, as published in folder magazine c. the essay "The Toxic & The Lyric II: Hearing and Hell; Inversion as Subversion;…

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S4, Ep 17: Lecture 3 On Narrative 1:35:56

2M ago1:35:56

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an informal lecture/reflection on narrative in literature, its uses and positions within power structures. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support

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33. Cases of Unreported Deaths 29:23

2M ago29:23

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast In this week's episode we take a quick look at a few different cases of people who failed to report the deaths of others. Our oddity this week is the disappearance of Patricia Kopta. Sources: https://allthatsinteresting.com/robert-james-kuefler https://eu.usatoday.com/story/news/nation-now/2015/06/27/man-month…

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S4, Ep 16: Intro to Lit: On Character & Voice 1:13:36

2M ago1:13:36

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informal lecture on aspects of character and voice in literature. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support

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S4, Ep 15: excerpt from AGUA DE LUNA by Caridad Svich 30:22

2M ago30:22

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excerpts from several scenes from the play AGUA DE LUNA (psalms for the rouge) by Caridad Svich. this play is published by Intellect Books, UK in the collection THE HOUR OF ALL THINGS AND OTHER PLAYS by Caridad Svich. There is also a single edition of the play published by Santa Catalina Editions, an imprint of NoPassport Press --- Support this pod…

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S4, ep 14: Introduction to Literature musings with Caridad Svich, lecture one 56:05

2M ago56:05

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musing on literature as portal, affectivity, the book as object, film as dream, and relationality in this informal lecture on where to begin in literature. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caridad-svich/support

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32. The Murders of Kathy and James Stockdale a.k.a The Wife Swap Murders 32:40

2M ago32:40

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast On today's episode we talk about the tragic murder of Kathy and James Stockdale. Our oddity this week is the bizarre death of Gary Hoy. Sources: Wife Swap S4 EP15 https://eu.dispatch.com/story/news/crime/2017/06/17/stockdale-family-shooting-motive-sought/985665007/ https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/local/ca…

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Forgiveness After Betrayal, Mothering Your Partner & More Q&As 47:55

3M ago47:55

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Episode 347: In this, we explore the intricacies of forgiveness in relationships after betrayal. We discuss the importance of expanding and choosing forgiveness, highlighting the time it takes for deep forgiveness to develop. We also delves into the concept of kingmakers who support growth and the pitfalls of mothering one's partner, emphasizing th…

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S4, Ep 13: excerpt from ARCHIPELAGO by Caridad Svich 17:42

2M ago17:42

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in this episode I read a monologue from my play ARCHIPELAGO - a love story about someone from here, and someone from there trying to forge a connection in a troubled world. The monologue feels especially apt given everything that is happening in the world today. Also in this episode I chat a bit about the play's development and how it premiered in …

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31. Ángel Reséndiz a.k.a The Railroad Killer 38:57

2M ago38:57

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast Today we get into some more detail about the attacker from last week's episode, Ángel Reséndiz a.k.a The Railroad Killer. Our oddity is The Human Library. Sources: https://www.crimelibrary.org/serial_killers/notorious/resendez/bibli_7.html https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/i-married-a-serial-kil…

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30. The Survival Story of Holly Dunn 33:27

3M ago33:27

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https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast This week we talk about the sole survivor of the Railroad Killer; the incredible Holly Dunn. Keeping with the location of this episode, our oddity this week is The Kentucky Meat Shower. Sources: http://www.hollykdunn.com/about/ https://www.cbsnews.com/news/48-hours-live-to-tell-the-railroad-killer/ https://www…

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