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Welcome to Culture Lit, the ultimate podcast and community celebrating the beauty of Black love in romance novels! Join us as we embark on a passionate journey through the pages of captivating Black romance novels, penned by talented Black authors. Join us at Culture Lit, where we celebrate the voices of Black romance authors, unravel the intricacies of romance, and create a space where you can connect with like-minded readers. Whether you're a seasoned romance novel enthusiast or a newcomer ...
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Get your geek on with idobi Radio’s Geek Girl Riot. Each week our hosts take turns on the mic to discuss all the things close to our geeky hearts, topped off with fresh and far-out segments, and special guest appearances for talks and spotlights. It promises to be a rowdy good time.
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Stories featured in this episode: Loamblood by Phoenix Alexander - https://www.phoenixalexanderauthor.com/ - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ read by the author - Surgery for Dummies by F.J. Bergmann - http://fibitz.com/ - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ - read by Jean-Paul Garnier - theme music by Dain Luscombe…
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Our Rioters celebrate the chaotic brilliance of Deadpool & Wolverine as well as the noir genius of Batman: Caped Crusader. Sherin also chats with Jee Young Han all about UnPrisoned season 2. The post Deadpool & Wolverine, Batman: Caped Crusader, Jee Young Han x UnPrisoned appeared first on idobi.By idobi Network
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Why does it seem to be that women have to have a certain body type, shape, and size to be worthy of love? I grew up with Seventeen magazine and there was no diversity in there. None. Zero. I’ve always been thick or curvy my whole life and because of the layers of socioeconomic dynamics, white supremacy, and unrealistic beauty standards we all grew …
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June 23, 2024. Reading my anti-gun “Big Germs” story at the SF in SF meeting. In memory of Terry Bisson. And huge thanks to sound wizsard Rusty Hodge. Press the arrow below to play “Big Germs.” We’re using the new and improved .m4a sound file format instead of the old .mp3. If you have a […] The post Podcast #115. “Big Germs” first appeared on Rudy…
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Sherin chats with writer/director Liz W. Garcia about Space Cadet, before moderating a discussion with director Isaac Gale and producer Ben Wu about Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted. We also revisit our time spent with the Dead Boy Detectives. The post Space Cadet feat. Liz W. Garcia, Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted feat. Isaac Gale & Ben Wu, Dead…
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In this episode of Culture Lit, host Octavia Marie delves into Tia Williams' enchanting novel, A Love Song for Ricki Wilde. This novel blends contemporary and historical fiction, magical realism, and a captivating love story. Follow the journey of Ricki Wilde, a free-spirited florist who moves from Atlanta to Harlem to open her dream flower shop, a…
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Stories featured in this episode: You Must Buy Your Purchase by Andy Dibble - https://andydibble.com/ music by Fall Precauxions - https://fallprecauxions.bandcamp.com/ - read by Jenna Hanchey - Another Boiling Day by s. c. virtes & Denise Dumars - http://deniseddumars.com/ - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ - read by Jean-Paul Gar…
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Sherin, Philip, and Alice Meichi Li are back and circling the Tardis in a riveting Doctor Who episode aptly titled, “Baby, What’s Wrong with the Universe?” They embark on an exhaustive journey through each episode of the exhilarating 14th season, with a particular spotlight on the fifth episode, “Dot and Bubble.” This episode, more than any other, …
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Stories featured in this episode: Memory Scars by Adele Gardner - https://gardnercastle.com/ - music by TSG - https://tsgmusic.bandcamp.com/ - read by Jean-Paul Garnier - The Good Twin by Marie Vibbert - https://www.marievibbert.com/ - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ - read by Zara Kand - theme music by Dain Luscombe - Simultaneo…
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Celebrating Black Cowboy Romance in Literature In this episode of the Culture Lit podcast, Octavia Marie delves into the significance of Beyoncé's album 'Cowboy Carter' and its impact on challenging the historically white narratives of cowboy romances in literature. She highlights the importance of Black representation in the cowboy romance genre, …
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In this episode I briefly discuss my journey to recovery after cancer, emphasizing ease and self-care in my life. I share how I found solace in Black romance novels during treatment, introducing you to a few more of my favorite reads from 2023. These books range from modern retellings and essays on Black love to stories that tackle themes like gent…
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The Dead Boy Detectives AKA George Rexstrew and Jayden Revri stop by for a chat. Our Rioters also get into Challengers, Fallout, and some of the anime picks they’ve been loving lately. The post Challengers, George Rexstrew and Jayden Revri x Dead Boy Detectives, Spy x Family Code: White, Kaiju No. 8, Wind Breaker appeared first on idobi.…
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The Hiatus is over and I finally getting into a groove. And what better time to come back than when one of my fave Black romance authors releases a new novel? One I couldn't put down and read over two days. Today's show features a deep dive into 'This Could Be Us' by Kennedy Ryan with themes of self-love, empowerment, and resilience post-divorce. I…
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Stories featured in this episode: Control by Eric Fomley - https://ericfomleyblog.wordpress.com/ - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ - read by Jean-Paul Garnier - Halfway House by Tonya R. Moore - https://tonyarmoore.com/ - music by Patrick Urn - https://morlox.bandcamp.com/ - read by Jenna Hanchey - theme music by Dain Luscombe - …
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The always wonderful Kirby chats with GGR all about Apple TV+’s new series Sugar. Then Sherin & Monique get together for one of their classic chitchats, before revisiting our interviews with the cast of Road House. The post Sugar feat. Kirby, Cowboy Carter, Entertainment Wishes & Tributes, Road House Interviews appeared first on idobi.…
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Sherin chats with the cast of Road House for GGR’s preview of the new movie. Our Rioters also get into Girls5eva, Irish Wish, and some entertainment news near and dear to their hearts. The post Road House Cast Interviews & Preview, Girls5eva, Irish Wish, Entertainment News appeared first on idobi.By idobi Network
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Special six year anniversary episode in collaboration with Worlds of IF Magazine bringing you works from the pages of Worlds of IF Magazine #177 https://worldsofifmagazine.com/ - Story and poetry featured in this episode: Contact by Akua Lezli Hope - https://akualezlihope.com/ - music by Fall Precauxions - https://fallprecauxions.bandcamp.com/ - re…
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Stories featured in this episode: A Good Ball by Eugen Bacon - https://eugenbacon.com - 1st appeared in The Road to Woop Woop & Other Stories from Meerkat Press - https://meerkatpress.com/books/the-road/ - music by Fall Precauxions - https://fallprecauxions.bandcamp.com/ - read by Jean-Paul Garnier - Shards of Glass by Todd Sullivan - https://www.m…
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As y’all know, GGR is all about supporting women and this episode is no exception. Sherin and Julian discuss some of the unstoppable women-led shows & movies they’ve been watching lately. The post Echo, True Detective: Night Country, Sanctuary: A Witch’s Tale Interview, Themes of Women United appeared first on idobi.…
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Stories featured in this episode: Cynscout by KC Grifant - https://scifiwri.com/ - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ - read by Jean-Paul Garnier - The Almost-Activation of Ruby Valentine's Catastrophe Machine by Jenna Hanchey - https://jennahanchey.com/ - music by Fall Precauxions - https://fallprecauxions.bandcamp.com/ - read by t…
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Welcome back! I’ve had a few curve balls thrown at me since my last episode and I’m glad you’re back with me. The biggest thing I’ve had to deal with was a surprise diagnosis of Stage 3 colorectal cancer, which has influenced my approach to hardship and inspired me to dive deep into literature for solace. Among the books I read during treatment was…
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Stories featured in this episode: I Hope I Call You Back by Tara Campbell - http://taracampbell.com - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ - read by Heather Morgan - The Escape by Jean-Paul L. Garnier - music by Fall Precauxions - https://fallprecauxions.bandcamp.com/ - read by the author - theme music by Dain Luscombe - Simultaneous …
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It's the SHERIN & MAE CAFE on Geek Girl Riot. Featuring Colman Domingo, George C. Wolfe, and a cameo from Julian. Along with the wildest movies we've seen in a while. The post Interviews with Colman Domingo and George C. Wolfe for Rustin + The Marvels, Scott Pilgrim, Saltburn, Poor Things, May December appeared first on idobi.…
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Stories featured in this episode: The Seeds of Foundation by Pedro Iniguez - https://pedroiniguezauthor.com/ - music by Patrick Urn - https://morlox.bandcamp.com/ - read by Jean-Paul Garnier - The Man Who Spoke by Tobias S. Buckell - https://tobiasbuckell.com/ - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ - read by Jean-Paul Garnier - theme …
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Geek Girl Riot is back with an avalanche of new TV, movies, and games to get you up to speed. Our Rioters also chat with directors Mariama Diallo from The Other Black Girl and Todd Haynes from May December. The post The Other Black Girl feat. Mariama Diallo, May December feat. Todd Haynes, TV + Film + Gaming Update appeared first on idobi.…
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Stories featured in this episode: This is an Optimistic Science Fiction Story About the Future by Marie Vibbert - https://www.marievibbert.com/ - music by Fall Precauxions - https://fallprecauxions.bandcamp.com/ read by Jean-Paul Garnier - Space Radio by Michael Butterworth - https://michael-butterworth.co.uk/ - music by Phog Masheeen - https://pho…
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GGR host Monique Pearl and guest host Rashante Lee are back for week 3 of Strike Blues. They have two fantastic guests on deck for this episode, Costume Supervisor, Mauricia Grant (the other Mo) and Costume Designer, Raiyonda Vereen and they are dropping lots of gems on u. The post Geek Girl Riot – Strike Blues Ep 3 appeared first on idobi.…
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This week, we are talking to Ben Bhugesh Patel of BV Investments about how this strike has devastated his entertainment industry service business and actor, Giovanni Samuels about how streaming has robbed her of residuals and health insurance. We’re also talking about Drew Barrymore and all of the maybe I will, maybe I won’t, scab rigamarole. Join …
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From the pages of Radon Journal - https://www.radonjournal.com/ - Stories featured in this episode: Hello This is Automatic Antigrief by Jenna Hanchey - https://jennahanchey.com/ - music by Fall Precauxions - https://fallprecauxions.bandcamp.com/ read by Zara Kand - Lost in Transcription by Abigail Guerrero - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogma…
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