A mother and son duo exploring the dark, strange, and twisted things in the world around them.
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The Northwest Nerd & Southern Belle is a tale of two friends who met long ago and have much to catch up on. Join us for light-hearted conversations about everyday topics between two 40-something friends.
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Class is in session! The Lit Southern Belle shares lessons from Life University. Listen up as she snatches pages from the Rulebook to help you through the ups and downs of life. Let's take this journey together! Welcome! 👸🏾 Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mimi-navah/support
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Haunting Tales and Traditions: Unveiling Mexican Folklore
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In this episode of our podcast, join the Disturbed Southern Belle and the Gentleman as they delve into the eerie and fascinating world of Mexican folklore. From the haunted Hotel California in Todos Santos to the mysterious El Hombre del Sambaranco roaming Chiapas' streets, these stories will send shivers down your spine. Explore the chilling legen…
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Unveiling the Lesser-Known Yokai: Japan's Haunting Spirits
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Welcome back to our podcast. I'm the Gentleman, accompanied by the disturbed Southern Belle. In today's episode, we delve into the fascinating world of Japanese cryptids, focusing mainly on the yokai—spirits that can be either malevolent or benign. We start with the Jorogumo, or spider woman, a creature that can transform from an orb-weaver spider …
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Haunted Japan: Unveiling the Chilling Legends and Folklore
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Join the Disturbed Southern Belle and the Gentleman as they delve into the spine-chilling world of Japanese folklore and legends in this week's episode. Discover the eerie tales behind some of Japan's most haunted areas and the spirits that inhabit them. First, hear the terrifying story of Akamanto, the malevolent spirit who haunts public restrooms…
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Cryptids of Italy: Legends of the Iskultoni, Suu Trigulzu, and More
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Welcome back to our podcast. I'm the Gentleman, accompanied by the Disturbed Southern Belle. In this episode, we delve into the intriguing world of Italian cryptids and legendary creatures. First up is the Iskultoni, a reptilian creature with seven heads and crystals in its foreheads, reminiscent of a Greek hydra and basilisk. Next, we explore the …
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Paranormal Mysteries of Italy: Legends and Haunting Tales
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Join the Disturbed Southern Belle and the Gentleman as they continue their journey through Italy, uncovering some of the most legendary paranormal stories the country has to offer. From the eerie Mouth of Truth to the ghostly handprint of Masiattino, and the tragic tale of Princess Leanna, this episode delves into the haunting and mysterious folklo…
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The Twisted Tale of Pinocchio: Beyond Disney
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Welcome back to our podcast! In this bonus episode, join the Disturbed Southern Belle and the Gentleman as they dive into one of Italy's most famous fairy tales: the original story of Pinocchio. Forget the Disney version; this tale is far more twisted and complex. Learn about Pinocchio's adventures from his origins as a talking log to his many biza…
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Legends and Lore: Delving into Australian Folklore
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Join the Disturbed Southern Belle and the Gentleman in this captivating episode as they dive deep into the fascinating world of Australian folklore. From the ancient myths of the Aboriginal Australians to intriguing historical anecdotes, this episode promises to enlighten and entertain. Learn about the Rainbow Serpent, a powerful and enigmatic figu…
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Mysteries of the Australian Outback: Cryptids and Legends
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Welcome back to our podcast. I am the Gentleman, accompanied by the disturbed Southern Belle. Today, we're diving into the enigmatic world of Australian cryptids, mostly found in the rural outback. Our first cryptid is the Burranger, said to resemble a theropod or tyrannosaurus rex, although it might be more closely related to raptors. Known for it…
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Haunted Australia: Folklore, Ghosts, and Urban Legends
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Welcome back to our podcast! In this episode, the Disturbed Southern Belle and the Gentleman delve into some of Australia's most disturbing folklore, haunted places, and urban legends. From eerie premonitions at Luna Park to the ghostly apparitions in the Picton Tunnels, we cover some of the spookiest stories that have left a mark on Australian his…
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Join us as we discuss some of the most haunted locations in the UK.By dsbandgent
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Cryptids of the UK: Unveiling Legends and Mysteries
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Welcome back to our podcast! Join the Gentleman and the disturbed Southern Belle as they dive into the eerie world of UK cryptids. From the infamous Loch Ness Monster to the spectral Black Dog of Bungay, discover both well-known and obscure legends that have haunted the British Isles for centuries. We kick off with Nessie, exploring its first repor…
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A Deep Dive into Lessons, Controversies, and Whimsical Adventures
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In this enchanting episode of your favorite podcast, our Disturbed Southern Belle and the Gentleman hosts transport you into the magical world of lesser-known English fairy tales. Starting with "The Magician's Tea Party", an early 1900s tale about King Wistful’s eye-opening adventures with Eyebright and a cunning magician, uncover the power of pers…
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Journey Through Egyptian Mythos - Dynamism of Gods and the Underworld of Ancient Tales
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Immerse yourself in an intriguing odyssey through Egyptian mythology with this riveting concluding episode of our series. Traverse the cosmos, from the birth of the universe to the emergence of mankind, and stand witness to the primary Egyptian gods making their dramatic entrance. Begin with the realms of chaos and darkness, ascending to the radian…
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Join us as we finish up our discussion about execution and torture methods that are being used currently and have been used throughout history.By dsbandgent
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In this episode, we resume our discussion of the torture and execution methods that are no longer in use.By dsbandgent
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In this episode we explore methods of Execution and Torture that have been employed through history.I apologize for the difference in quality in this episode from the rest, we've had issues with our microphone so we have to use an app on a cellphone, hopefully we will have our microphone fixed by our next episode. we appreciate all of you who have …
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Welcome to a gripping episode packed with captivating tales from ancient Rome. Venture into a deep dive exploration of the storied history of Rome, as we break away from mythology to dwell on historical facts. In this immersive episode, we unravel the mesmerizing tale of Romulus and Remus, set against the colorful backdrop of Albuquerque. Join us a…
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Happy Birthday to the Nerd! The Nerd is doing her best with Lent and The Belle is trying to find her best ministry: a pumpkin ministry, a Beyonce birthday ministry...and The Nerd is freeing her from all of them.By The Nerd & Belle
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Join the Disturbed Southern Belle and the Gentleman as they delve into this spine-chilling episode, exploring the haunted history of Alabama.From the shrieking banshees of the Constellation Church in Red Level to the haunting cries at the Crybaby Hollow Bridge in Hartsell, your fascination and fear will be equally stoked. Navigate the eerie tales r…
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The War of the Titans and the story of Prometheus
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Join us as we continue our look into the War of the Titans and how the Greek gods were able to defeat the Titans. Also join us as we learn how Poseidon found his wife. And lastly, we will explore the story of Prometheus and how his sacrifice helped to allow mankind to prosper.By dsbandgent
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The Adventures in Drug Testing & Daily Routines
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Who loves a good story? The Belle got drug tested and lives to tell.By The Nerd & Belle
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The Original Rulers of Ancient Greek Mythology
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Embark on a mesmerizing journey through history with our latest podcast episode, where we unravel the captivating tales from ancient Greek mythology, focusing on the Titanomachy, also recognized as the War of the Titans. Ideal for Greek mythology newcomers or those seeking a fresh look at these timeless tales, this episode covers the birth of the T…
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The Nerd interviews her friend, business partner, and author Jodi Cowles to discuss books, Jodi's recent projects, and the plight of the unknown author.By The Nerd & Belle
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The Belle gives her best lipstick beauty secret before the Nerd & Belle dive into discussing uncomfortable, tricky social situations and their proper solutions.By The Nerd & Belle
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Exploring Loki's Schemes in Norse Mythology
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Welcome to a fascinating episode of our podcast, devoted to the intriguing narratives of Norse mythology. This particular episode explores the multifaceted character of Loki, the audacious Trickster God. Delve into the captivating tales of Loki's numerous schemes, from his infamous prank on Sif that resulted in him audaciously shaving off her treas…
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Embark on an intriguing journey into the heart of Norse Mythology with our latest episode. Discover the enthralling saga of Sleipnir, the eight-legged steed of Odin, from his unusual origins to the peculiar circumstances leading to his creation. Encounter a narrative that seamlessly weaves a gigantic craftsman's tact and cunning into an epic tale. …
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The Nerd & Belle round up a funny series of topics going deep about the difference between guilty pleasures and self indulgences.By The Nerd & Belle
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A Journey Into Burial Traditions and Death Rituals Across the Globe
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Prepare for an enthralling exploration into human history's varied funereal practices and rituals in our premier episode. Join the mother-son duo as they delve into the intriguing world of burials, grave sites, and death traditions across cultures. From discussions about ancient burial practices in Egypt and Rome to ruminations on modern customs li…
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A brief introduction to our new upcoming podcastBy dsbandgent
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You've Got A Friend In Me with special guest, Brandon Janous
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The Nerd & Belle chat with their friend Branon Janous about life, death, solo parenting, and friendship.By The Nerd & Belle
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The Nerd & Belle discuss their goals for 2024. Some are achievable, some most likely are not. You be the judge to see what these friends can--and cannot--accomplish in the coming year.By The Nerd & Belle
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Jingle all the way to the tree farm, mountains, or....Home Depot as the Nerd & Belle breakdown Christmas.By The Nerd & Belle
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The Nerd interviews author Rose Booth about her new book, Dancing in the Valley.By The Nerd & Belle
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The Belle has a hot-off-the-press story to tell about her dog, Frank (named after Benjamin Franklin) and The Nerd wants to talk about recycling. This is as real as it gets.By The Nerd & Belle
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The Belle can't believe the nasty garbage The Nerd climbs through to remodel and flip a house. Listen in for all the gory details.By The Nerd & Belle
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The Nerd & Belle invent their own fun and play a game guessing random state laws still in place today.By The Nerd & Belle
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The Nerd & Belle discuss style: the standards, comfort, and colors. What was meant to be a conversation about how to help the Nerd's lack of style becomes a deeper conversation about unrealistic beauty standards, The Nerd's deep love of comfort, and the Belle's effortless choice of clothing and colors.…
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How are the Nerd & Belle feeling about controversial topics like self-checkout and piercings? Determine your own policies on these important issues with The Northwest Nerd & Southern Belle.By The Nerd & Belle
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The Blue Cuckoo: What Not To Give on an Important Anniversary
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The Nerd & Belle discuss the tradition and oddity of Hallmark anniversaries and what gifts are good and which ones to avoid.By The Nerd & Belle
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The Nerd comes face-to-face with her prejudice against sororities. The Belle graciously entertains the conversation and educates The Nerd about the history, tradition, and charm of sororities and together they evaluate if The Nerd would have a shot at making it into a sorority. Is there a Birkenstock-wearing, book-loving, early-to-bed sorority for …
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Football season is right around the corner and The Nerd and Belle want to make sure everyone is ready with their best football fashion. The two friends discuss getting dressed for football in the North and South and the distinct differences make for a great conversation. Culture influences getting ready for the game depending on where you live and …
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The Nerd & Belle play a fun game to reconnect after missing out on so many years of friendship. In this game, the Belle grills the Nerd on a wide variety of topics--from casseroles to turtlenecks and everything in between. Is each item a "hooray" or a "no way" according to the Nerd & Belle? Hear the two friends weigh in and discuss the pros and con…
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The Nerd & Belle discuss the intricate details of text messaging. They parse out the time suck and lack of boundaries surrounding group texts and create better goals going forward.By The Nerd & Belle
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The Nerd & Belle discuss living in a neighborhood. Sounds like a bore until you hear the Belle believing the girls down the street can do better and the Nerd needs to take notes about her 13-year-old's side hustle. These days we could all use some Southern charm to smooth over the world's division and polarity, and it starts with us! We challenge e…
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The Nerd & Belle reconnect with a question, "How would your friends describe you in #hashtags?" They've missed a lot of each other's lives so they're giving each other the highlights. The Belle would like zero people in her garage and it's the first place the Nerd wants to explore.By The Nerd
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If the Nerd & Belle went on a road trip who would do what? Episode #3 unpacks how this road trip would go down. Stories and plans spill out and take the shape of a very fancy, expensive, pink, and snack-filled road trip. Wind down the road with the Nerd & Belle as they plan an epic, very organized road trip with fun around every turn.…
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The Nerd & Belle remember who they were 20 years ago when they met at the copy machine during a political campaign. Impressed by each other for wildly different reasons, these two ambitious, college-aged women became fast friends. They rode the highs and lows of a statewide political campaign in the great state of Oklahoma and paved the foundation …
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Welcome to the Northwest Nerd & Southern Belle Podcast!
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So here's the deal...we met in our 20's but barely kept in touch for the next 20 years. We've rekindled our friendship flame and we have SO MUCH TO TALK ABOUT. Join us for the big deals and minutiae of everyday life. We're here for it and we hope you are too.By Rachael Mitchell
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This Album Saved My Life During the Pandemic
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It has been a year since The Lit Southern Belle has discussed college. As the world went through the start of a global pandemic, things have changed. New and unique challenges present themselves to a great deal of young adults in or out of college. Now that MiMi has found a unique perspective on college/adult life, she has now broke her silence wit…
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Am I Growing ft. Yasmeen (@yas.alli), Kiana (@rebelliouskiana), Gracen (@g.imani), Ari (@_.aridanielle._ )
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Like, Comment & Share Today on The Lit Southern Belle, MiMi Navah discusses growth and the college experience. The person that steps on campus at 18 is not the same person now. We hope? Yasmeen Handle: IG: @yas.alli Kiana Handle: @rebelliouskiana Gracen Handle: @g.imani Ari Handle: @_.aridanielle._ STALK ME! Instagram: mimi.navah_ Twitter: MiMi Nav…
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