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Alohomora!: An In-Depth Exploration of the Harry Potter Series
Alohomora! is an interactive and creative collaborative project between fans worldwide and MuggleNet staff. Join us as we re-read the entire series, spin wild theories, and share content all influenced by our love of Harry Potter.
The DLF Read & React IDP Podcast brings you intelligent, hard-hitting IDP fantasy football analysis from the best dynasty IDP team in the industry. Hosted by dynasty fantasy football veterans Adam ‘Sticky’ Tzikas and Tom Kislingbury, you'll be enlightened and entertained by this casual yet informative podcast.
Hailed as changing the way society thinks about female sexuality, Guys We Fucked continues to pave the way toward a healthier outlook on sex. Hosted by stand-up comedians Corinne Fisher and Krystyna Hutchinson, this critically acclaimed podcast will be your new best friend. Tune in every Friday to hear discussions on the most taboo kinks, interviews with revolutionaries in sexual health, cultural icons, and, occasionally, guys they’ve fucked.
So... what are you wearing? Nothing but headphones, you say? Well that's perfect attire for you to join us, Calina and Saylet, in our new podcast 'Shhh We're Reading Dirty Books'. We welcome adults to listen and join us in our discussions about hot and steamy paranormal romance novels, while also breaking down walls that keep women and our friends from speaking openly about our sexuality and ultimate fantasies. We invite you join us as we enter multiple supernatural worlds and to share your ...
Dragons, Magic, and the Knights of the Hardcover: Brandon, Zach, and Chris summarize and discuss their favorite fantasy books. Zach brings the hot takes, Chris with the analysis, and Brandon says things that probably shouldn't be on a podcast. Grab your maps, and take the heroes journey into the lands unknown.
Fantasy Football at its finest. We examine all of the weeks news, injuries, waiver wire additions and much, much more. Get a jump start on your competition and dominate your league while enjoying a unique blend of humor and analysis by several of fantasy football's rising stars.
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Aces & Jokers: A Wild Cards Podcast
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Aces & Jokers: A Wild Cards Podcast
Aces & Jokers: A Wild Cards Podcast
We’re reading and discussing Wild Cards, a set of shared-world superhero novels edited by George R. R. Martin. We don't own Wild Cards and this is not an official podcast. We use brief clips from the audiobooks and other sources to illustrate and aid discussion. Spoilers abound. Support us at https://patreon.com/acesjokerspod
If you've read and loved Little Women, you'd probably enjoy finding out more about the doings of the sisters in the third book in the series, Little Men. Published in 1871, the book's full title was Little Men or Life at Plumfield with Jo's Boys. It followed the success of Little Women in 1868 and Good Wives in 1869, which portrayed the fortunes of the March family. Filled with remarkable, endearing and memorable characters, the books remain as fresh and enjoyable as they were when they firs ...
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On Episode 351 we discuss... → We sing! A lot → Irvin's party planning tips for all → School songs from around the country → "Accio" Christmas → The awesome "O Come All Ye Faithful" cover featured in this episode was performed by Pellek. Check out his Youtube Channel to learn more about him! https://www.youtube.com/pellek…
We have Locus winners and Veronica read so many of them! Plus, what makes some books seem like a retread while others more of a remix? And our first thoughts on Hunt the Stars by Jessie Mihalik.By swordandlaser
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YOU FELT ROMANTIC CHEMISTRY FOR THE FIRST TIME AT 40? ft. Onika McLean
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On this week’s episode, Corinne and Krystyna examine the ups and downs of grief and help a listener whose boyfriend moved across the country to be with her… and then totally ignored her. Today’s Guys We Fcked guest is comedian ONIKA MCLEAN. The trio discusses the aftermath of being raised by teen parents, tumultuous self-improvement journeys, the p…
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113 - Wolf Gone Wild by Juliette Cross
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Okay, friends. We found him. We finally found the wolf we have been looking for. While Mateo still has his inner tough-guy wolf, Alpha, whom he talks to, he has been having trouble shifting for some time now. He needs help! And who better to ask for help from then some witches with magic. Though the rule of her coven is to stay away from wolves, Ev…
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DOES FAME RUIN SEX? ft. Stephan Jenkins
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On this week’s episode, Corinne and Krystyna break down feminism in the entertainment industry and help a listener figure out if he should share his feelings with a woman who previously shut down the idea of a romantic relationship. Today’s Guys We Fcked guest is songwriter, guitarist, and lead singer of Third Eye Blind, STEPHAN JENKINS. The group …
So many awards! We learn about a novelization of an unpublished Alien 3 script by William Gibson. We take a brief trip back to episode 1. And we share the books we picked to read this month in honor of Jenny.By swordandlaser
On Episode 350 we discuss... → Alohomora may not actually work → Voldemort and Bellatrix pillow talk → Death Eater Jugson is waiting for his brother Pencilton → Harry might be a little responsible for Sirius' death → Bloody speech voiceBy Alohomora!
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KINKY SEX IS HEALING? ft. Dr. Lee Phillips
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Corinne and Krystyna break down what you might be missing about the Depp v. Heard trial. Today’s Guys We Fcked guest is sex therapist, psychotherapist and couples counselor, DR. LEE PHILLIPS. This discussion includes how to stop people pleasing, the healing nature of kinky sex (even splooshing), ways to not internalize being cheated on, and confirm…
Come celebrate LGBTQIA+ awareness month with us! We are so excited to read another Patricia book and she has given us two incredibly sweet, strong, smart, gentle, and sexy men. This is book 5 of the Cursed Coven series from the Midnight Coven, which takes us back to New Orleans. Here we meet Maddox, an angel, and Killian, a witch - two men who cros…
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HOW BAD IS THE SEXUAL MISCONDUCT IN THE MILITARY? ft. Amy Braley Franck and Lindsey Knapp
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This week, Corinne and Krystyna eat an un-utilized $150 cake while they help talk a listener out of banging her stepdad—who keeps putting out “the vibe." Today’s Guys We Fcked guests are armed service sexual assault advocates, AMY BRALEY FRANCK and LINDSEY KNAPP. Hosts and guests discuss military cover-ups of sexual assault, how difficult it is to …
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Knights of the Hardcover
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Ep 0 - Introduction to Knights of the Hardcover
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Brandon, Chris, and Zach introduce their new podcast, Knights of the Hardcover, and talk about the books that made them fall in love with fantasy, their favorite/least favorite fantasy tropes, the fantasy world they'd most like to live in, and their favorite magic systems.By Brandon Kasl, Chris Lauer, and Zach Micek
On Episode 349 we discuss... → Oliver Wood, Male Veela (at least to Alison) → The House-Elf name debate → Some magical beings are uncomfortable to talk about - we try → Sam ruins thingsBy Alohomora!
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THE FIRST TIME YOU MASTURBATED WAS TO "EVERYBODY LOVES RAYMOND?" ft. Rell Battle
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Hosts Corinne Fisher and Krystyna Hutchinson help a listener figure out if the fact that she cums the hardest from rape porn makes her weird. Today’s Guys We Fcked guest is comedian and actor RELL BATTLE. The trio talk about discovering sexuality after a religious upbringing, Vancouver dating app escapades, and calling women out on faking orgasms. …
It's award season! We have Nebulas, we have Mythopoeics, we have Nommos. We also have some nice reviews of the show, and we wrap up our thoughts on Machinehood by S.B. Divya. It made us think!By swordandlaser
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111 - Chastely Bitten by Lexi C. Foss
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Remember when humans used to rule the world and things became chaotic? Well, it turns out that even if Lycans and vampires take over, things are still very much hectic. In this book we meet Juliet, a human bred to give blood to vampires, but also has a place to make a change in this world. Darius is a vampire on a mission to balance the world again…
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YOU SEE THE FACE OF YOUR TOXIC DAD IN YOUR SON? ft. Mike Cannon
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On this week’s episode, hosts Corinne Fisher and Krystyna Hutchinson help a listener trying to decide if she should go back on birth control to slow her constant bleeding from endometriosis (tough call). Today’s Guys We Fcked guest is comedian and podcaster, MIKE CANNON. The trio talk about falling out with toxic parents, juggling being a dad while…
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Read & React IDP Podcast 113 - Rookie draft ADP for Defensive Players
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Tom Kislingbury (@TomKislingbury) runs through where you can expect players to come off the board in your rookie draft at each position. What round, what the tiers look like, and which ones are good bets at that sort of cost.As always with IDP - please bear in mind that league settings, roster size, starting requirements and scoring have a massive …
On Episode 348 we discuss… → Go behind the scenes with Flick Miles from Behind the Wand → Kat loves Full Circle & AbsentMindedRaven → Let’s all play tag in the Chamber of Secrets → Weight in the Alison & Kat “fight:” Are Phoenix death’s, chemical or decision? → Guess our colors!By Alohomora!
The hope of science fiction spurred by a science museum, Dracula by email, why it's called a tetralogy and our non-spoilery thoughts on Machinehood, and our goodbyes to friend of the show, Jenny Colvin.By swordandlaser
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YOU GOT PUSHED OUT OF YOUR OWN MAGAZINE? ft. Marcelle Karp
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On this week’s episode, hosts Corinne Fisher and Krystyna Hutchinson help a listener looking for a lifeline in dealing with her lifelong suicidal ideology. Today’s Guys We Fcked guest is feminist icon and writer, MARCELLE KARP. The trio talk about founding, and being pushed out of, BUST Magazine, making the choice to be a single mother, supporting …
To continue celebrating AAPI awareness month, we are diving into The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang. Holy moly, friends! This is the type of story we want when taking a break from our paranormal romances. Here we meet Stella, a super-intelligent and analytical woman searching for lessons in relationships, and Michael, an escort and closet-clothing de…
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YOU WROTE A ONE-WOMAN SHOW ABOUT YOUR ABORTION? ft. Alison Leiby
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On this week’s episode, hosts Corinne Fisher and Krystyna Hutchinson help a listener sort out whether or not her predatory instincts about members of her family are legit as she searches for helping hands for her special needs child. Today’s Guys We Fcked guest is comedian and writer, ALISON LEIBY. The trio talk about knowing at a young age that yo…
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Beasts Movie Franchise: Magical Fungus
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On Episode 347 we discuss... → Sam knows French! (and Rex too a little), and we're joined by Marjo from SpeakBeasty → Katy foretold Fantastic Beasts → No crimes or beasts → not a crime... not a crime - are we being brainwashed by Rex? → #LetaIsDeadConfirmed → We're over McGonagall supposedly breaking Canon → You heard it hear first: Bunty is a Erum…
Is a mystery ruined if you guess the perpetrator too early? We say maybe not! Plus good news from Peter V. Brett and more radical transparency from Veronica.By swordandlaser
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YOU’VE NEVER CALLED A GIRL ‘SLUT’ IN BED? ft. Gibran Saleem
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On this week’s episode, hosts Corinne Fisher and Krystyna Hutchinson hypothesize why audience members often choose to consume jokes as targeted attacks after a punchline gone personal on the road. Today’s Guys We Fcked guest is comedian and podcast host, GIBRAN SALEEM. The trio talk about sex talks in a Pakistani household, how stinky smells can ma…
Ahn and Altan are two young people who are trying to find their way in life. Both have childhood traumas that are constantly resurfacing as they travel down a path to self-recovery, friendship, loyalty, and honor. Join us in this adventure with Ahn, Altan, and their wonderful friends in this magical journey, inspired by beautiful Chinese mythologie…
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Read & React IDP Podcast 111 - IDP Landing Spots in the Draft
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Tom Kislingbury (@TomKislingbury) is joined by DLF and 4for4 writer Mike Woellert (@Mike_Woellert) to talk through IDP landing spots from the draft. They go into detail about specific situations and sketch out a framework of when you’ll need to draft players you like.As always every league is different, but hopefully this helps set expectations abo…
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WHAT DO I DO IF I GET A BAD TAROT READING? ft. Aliza Kelly
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Hosts Corinne Fisher and Krystyna Hutchinson discuss why it can be so hard to say no even when your gut is telling you that you absolutely don’t want to do something, and they detail the pitfalls of attending a family bridal shower when you have no plans of getting married. This week's Guys We Fcked guest is celebrity astrologer, author and columni…
On Episode 346 we discuss... → Is Snape really loyal to Dumbledore or just loyal to getting at Lily's murderer? → How Dumbledore accepts that after their first meeting, Harry and Snape will always be a "thing" → Snape never realizes that Harry is also Lily's son → With Snape the bar is so low → "Always" is a missed marketing ploy, but still a gross…
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YOUR HUSBAND’S BOYFRIEND COMPLAINS TO YOU ABOUT HIS BULLS**T? ft. Dan Savage
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Hosts Corinne Fisher and Krystyna Hutchinson ponder why society doesn’t allow people a second chance after new details in Angela Preston’s “America’s Next Top Model” sex work story come to light. This week's Guys We Fcked guest is author, sex columnist, and host of the legendary “Savage Lovecast”, DAN SAVAGE. The trio talk about maintaining hornine…
The Hugo finalists are out? Already? Already! A banned beer. And our initial non-spoiler impressions of Master of Djinn.By swordandlaser
Did you know that the Garden of Eden is situated in hell? Have you ever wondered what it takes to enter into its depths? Well wonder no more! In this book we meet headstrong Maeve, a demon huntress who is forever haunted by the fates of those she loves most. And loverboy Ezra, who takes it upon himself to help Maeve in her endeavor to enter hell, b…
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Read & React IDP Podcast 111 - IDP landing spots in the draft
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Tom Kislingbury (@TomKislingbury) is joined by DLF writer Jase Abbey (@Jase_Abbey) to talk about what teams might do in the draft. What positions they need help at, what IDP recruits could look like, when they might invest.The lads cover every team in the first round - but that still leaves a few without a first round pick this season. Expect to se…
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YOU F***ED YOUR WAY INTO A BROADWAY SHOW? ft. Anna Roisman
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Corinne's been spending hours watching strangers brush hair and make clicking sounds into microphones (ASMR), and Krystyna is reminding women that it's just as scary when females break into the green room. This week's Guys We Fcked guest is comedian, podcaster, and host of HQ Trivia, Anna Roisman. The trio talk about high school theater (2-tier dra…
On Episode 345 we discuss... → Potter is still cool with the "youths" → Get ready for Rex & Alison's new podcast → Should Harry have been tossed out as the lead character? → Maybe we're all right → Snape is the ultimate hot topicBy Alohomora!
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YOU WERE MOLESTED WHILE YOU WERE IN A BODY CAST? ft. Andy Haynes
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Fresh off their press trip from LA, hosts Corinne and Krystyna have a pitch for all the hot/famous/rich guys out there: TRY A FUNNY WOMAN! Chris Evans knew what was up. David Spade kinda knows what's up. Let's start a trend!! In today's email inbox, there's a woman who just got out of a heterosexual relationship so bad she thinks she's gay. Damn. A…
A whole bundle of good stories, telling tales from the point of view of villains, and we kick off our reading of A Master of Djinn by P. Djèli Clark.By swordandlaser
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107 - Seduced in Salem by Milly Taiden
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Book two of the Casters and Claws series by Milly Taiden is here! In this book we meet Cerise Bishop, who is the twin sister of Raven from book one, and Axel, Alpha wolf of his pack. This story starts the same as the first but from the viewpoint of Cerise and Axel and, thus, another rescue mission ensues. Join us as Axel rescues Cerise from modern …
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YOU GOT BONED IN A FANTASY SUITE ON NATIONAL TV? ft. Kaitlyn Bristowe
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Was it tone deaf for Kim K to tell us to work harder? Sure. But we, the public, can also concentrate on more important things like GETTING BRITTNEY GRINER HOME!?!! This week's guest is The Bachelor/The Bachelorette's KAITLYN BRISTOWE. Hosts Corinne Fisher and Krystyna Hutchinson talk to Kaitlyn about television romance, the edited version of yourse…
On Episode 344 we discuss... → Harry's Voldy soul → The Trio's secondary houses → How this chapter contains the series' signature quote → Draco as a parrot → Is Luna the only flawless character in the books? → Phones, what a '90s wonder!By Alohomora!
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YOUR RAPIST VISITED YOU AT WORK? ft. Bridget Phetasy
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Corinne and Krystyna advise a recently promoted businesswoman on how to handle a dipshit, demeaning, male coworker. Then, they announce their new standing as Third Eye Blind’s favorite podcast. Their guest this week is writer, podcaster, and comedian Bridget Phetasy who takes us through several iterations of her life — some bleak and some joyful. N…
We discuss our March Madness winner, salute Martha Wells, and wrap up our copious thoughts about Pandora's Star. Are you in with the motiles?By swordandlaser
We would like to be the first to apologize for never, ever doing a pirate book in the four years we have been doing this podcast because pirates fuck. In book one of the Sentinels of Savannah series, Magnolia Mystic, sassy psychic Skye meets Colton, a grown man dressed as a pirate (spoiler, he’s a real pirate who’s a couple hundred years old), when…
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Read & React IDP Podcast 110 - Free agency week one review
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Tom Kislingbury (@TomKislingbury) and Adam Tzikas (@Adamtz) talk about the top deals for defensive players so far in 2022 free agency. Did they gain IDP value? Lose it? Are they going to look like a stud? Are they a bum who lucked into a great role? Now is a great time to get more information than your leaguemates.…
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YOU NEVER BANGED A GROUPIE? ft. Cipha Sounds
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So you caught a guy jerking off in the bathroom at work? That’s okay! Corinne Fisher and Krystyna Hutchinson can help you handle that. Plus, K. shares a sage morsel from Esther Perel’s book “Mating in Captivity.” This week’s guest is legendary DJ, radio personality, and comedian CIPHA SOUNDS! He talks about falling in love with music, hiding from w…
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Read & React IDP Podcast 109 - Integrated Mock Draft Review
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Tom Kislingbury (@TomKislingbury) and Adam Tzikas (@Adamtz) run through the recent 600-pick, fully-integrated, offense/defense mock draft they completed. The boys discuss trends, value, outliers, alternative approaches and much, much more to give you an idea of how you can crush startups this season.…
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What If?: Cool Motive, Still Murder
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On Episode 343 we discuss... → The moral of all these what ifs is that everyone is dead → Hermione is the MVP → Rita, Petunia, Bertha: New Trio → Grace attempts to fix the entire series → Hogwarts daycareBy Alohomora!
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YOU CAN’T TALK ABOUT A MISCARRIAGE ON LATE NIGHT TV? ft. Esther Povitsky
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On this week’s episode, Krystyna is high off her belly dancer birthday party! Plus: Corinne and Krystyna read a letter from a fcker who doesn’t know what the next step in her international relationship is, and Krystyna shares a unique perspective on domestic abuse from a survivor. The women then welcome comedian, actor, and friend ESTHER POVITSKY t…
We have thoughts about why a rooster crows. Plus all the Nebula news and more awards. And we dig into our non-spoilery thoughts on Pandora’s Star.By swordandlaser
We are so excited to have shared this episode with Ariel Dawn, herself! Join us as we delve into this unique love story between vampire huntress, Ava, and her maker/love-interest, Cassius. Ariel shares with us this incredible universe she has created, as well as the intricacies of this entire series that will keep you biting your nails! Our convers…
