Conversations with writers about writing, hosted by Jonathan Rogers.
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Overdue is a podcast about the books you've been meaning to read. Join Andrew and Craig each week as they tackle a new title from their backlog. Classic literature, obscure plays, goofy childen’s books: they'll read it all, one overdue book at a time.
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Hosted by award-winning story coach K.M. Weiland, the Helping Writers Become Authors podcast will take you deep into story theory, writing techniques, and all the incredible wisdom of story. There is no such thing as "just a story." Come along to find out how to write YOUR best story, astound the world, and (just maybe) change your life!
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Join The New York Public Library and your favorite writers, artists, and thinkers for smart talks and provocative conversations from the nation's cultural capital.
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The Prancing Pony Podcast is a weekly show about the Middle-earth legendarium of J.R.R. Tolkien, hosted - for six seasons - by Alan Sisto and Shawn E. Marchese. Now in its ninth season, Alan is joined by an all-star cast of co-hosts as he explores more of Middle-earth! Alan and all his co-hosts are passionate Tolkien enthusiasts, inviting listeners to enjoy their detailed exploration of Tolkien’s work, with smart but straightforward discussion and a healthy dose of self-effacing humor, pop-c ...
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Paloma Faith has had plenty of moments in her life when she's felt mad, sad or bad - or been told that's what she's being. But do these words mean the same for everyone? What does it mean if someone says you're mad: that you're angry? Unstable? Insane? Or perhaps just different... Could those words be liberating, therapeutic or even transformational? To find out more, Paloma invites an array of actors, comedians, musicians and thinkers into her home to reflect on times where they've felt mad ...
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Join Becca Freeman and Olivia Muenter every Wednesday for a dose of books and banter, along with interviews with women who inspire us.
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Jess Perkins loves Rom-Coms. So she’s going to write her own! On this new podcast, she will chat with comedians, writers, movie lovers and actors to get their insights into what makes a rom-com good. And by the end of the season, Jess will have written her very own rom-com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Two published Canadian writers deconstruct their most mortifying literary creations. For you Fraser Valleyites, hear it on CIVL, 101.7 in Abbotsford and 92.3 in Chilliwack! Thursdays 9 - 10AM.
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Join Annie & Jenn, the hosts of X-Files Diaries, as they dive into Vince Gilligan's mysterious new Apple TV series, Pluribus. Each week we'll unpack the latest episode with a mix of insight, theories, and a healthy dose of Rhea Seehorn fangirling. We've been fans of Gilligan's work since his X-Files days (seriously, ask Annie about her Vince-related tattoos), so we know to expect sharp writing, strange twists, and probably a few things that will leave us arguing. Will our theories hold up? Y ...
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A weekly podcast hosted by Barbara DeMarco-Barrett and Marrie Stone on the art and business of writing.
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A blessing, a curse, a podcast, since 2014. Christopher (@cdhermelin) invites folks to the Damn Library to talk about reading, literature, publishing, and trying to make it through the never-dwindling stack of things to read. All with a themed drink in hand. Recorded at the Damn Library in Brooklyn, NY. For show info, book lists, and drink recipes, follow @somanydamnbooks and visit somanydamnbooks.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Every fortnight I take a story I've consumed (usually a TV show or film, because that's me) and I break it down to find the creative writing and storytelling lessons we can learn from it, both the good and bad. Let's improve our craft in the most fun way possible.
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The definitive insider's guide to our current golden age of television, Ben Blacker's The Writers Panel is an ever expanding anthology of live convention panels and intimate in-studio interviews with the writers, producers, and show runners responsible for all the shows you can't stop watching. Over the course of nearly 500 episodes and counting, The Writers Panel has sat across from guests such as Vince Gilligan (Breaking Bad), Amy Sherman-Palladino (Gilmore Girls, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel ...
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Sequelisers is a film podcast about discussing, re-writing, recasting and ultimately fixing the bad sequels from the history of cinema. Hosted by Jack Chambers-Ward with Matthew Stogdon and Tim Maytom.
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Explore the meaning of science fiction, and how it's relevant to real-life science and society. Your hosts are Annalee Newitz, a science journalist who writes science fiction, and Charlie Jane Anders, a science fiction writer who is obsessed with science. Every two weeks, we take deep dives into science fiction books, movies, television, and comics that will expand your mind -- and maybe change your life
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Join J.D. Myall from Writer's Digest and Drexel University on 'Craft Chat Chronicles' for interviews with New York Times best-selling authors. Delve into the art of writing, uncover insights and tips on crafting bestsellers, as well as effective publishing and book marketing. Perfect for aspiring and seasoned writers, and students alike, this podcast combines creative writing expertise with real-world publishing experience. Tune in for transformative literary guidance.
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The Writing Docs podcast--here to shine a light on communication issues and creative ways to solve them. In our podcast, you'll hear new insights about writing and communication, some of it fun, some of it serious, but always a good time! We don't take ourselves seriously, but we do take our work seriously. Tune in!
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Join Chris & Paris every other Tuesday to discover if you really can judge a book by its hideous cover, bad title, or weird synopsis. Support TBC on Patreon
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Aardvark Avarice is Nerd Humor and Geek Comedy. Sometimes its straight up stand up. Sometimes it’s sketch comedy. Sometimes it’s fiction and sometimes it’s my life in a cracked nutshell. If you like shower thoughts, dad jokes, bad impressions, worse singing, sus writing, Ryan Reynolds, and Doctor Who, then this is for you. For everyone else, there’s the proverbial lemon you can go suck on. Enjoy!
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Conversations with every type of creative. Hosted by Ryan Leacock - Get inspired and do the work.
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Bad Decisions is the podcast that helps marketers understand why we choose what we choose, why we think what we think, and how to exploit this stuff for fun and commercial gain.
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Welcome to Flick Flops, the podcast where we take a deep dive into movies that were critically panned, but may not necessarily be as bad as their reputation suggests. We're here to wade through the muck and give you our honest thoughts on the best and worst aspects of these films. From bad acting and poor writing to uneven pacing and cringe-worthy dialogue, we'll be analyzing every aspect of these cinematic disasters to determine whether they truly deserve their reputation as "bad movies". B ...
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Afura Nefertiti, The Writing Witch is inspiring magickal mavens and drifting dreamers to manifest their most magickal life by utilizing seasons, elements and personal development. Your fairytale happy ending is not a pipe dream, but a premonition of the reality you're meant to create when you step into your magick. Lets transmute your biggest perceived weaknesses into your greatest super powers so you can live out your true fairytale.
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With Communicast, Scott works to distill down what it means to be a great communicator. Each episode features a conversation with a business professional about communication skills and how they have impacted their career and overall organization. Listeners will also glean tips around how to hone their own communication skills.
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Horror is fun and important. Orrin and Tyler look at a movie each episode and examine what is good, what is bad, and how it could be used in the classroom or out of the classroom to teach us something about ourselves.
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"What the Hack?" is the award-winning true cybercrime podcast--the place to hear memorable stories and get good advice.
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India, Josh, Peter, and AJ are reading The Malazan Book of the Fallen. A bad idea? Maybe, but we'll at least have fun along the way. Peter has read the series before, but it's Josh, India, and AJ's first time. Join us, as we talk through each book and enjoy the works of Steven Erikson.
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Song Exploder is a podcast where musicians take apart their songs, and piece by piece, tell the story of how they were made. Each episode features an artist discussing a song of theirs, breaking down the sounds and ideas that went into the writing and recording. Hosted and produced by Hrishikesh Hirway.
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50 Bad Songs is a behind-the-scenes look at the process of writing songs and creating music. Each episode, you will hear a conversation be transformed into a new song.
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Short podcasts to improve your English at work. Find more at bbclearningenglish.com Follow us at bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus
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The creators of Welcome to Night Vale Jeffrey Cranor and Joseph Fink believe the only bad writing is not writing. Start With This is a podcast gone creativity playground designed to put your ideas in motion. Each episode centers around a writing topic. Then they give listeners two short assignments: something to consume and something to create. Make something—anything. Then make something else.
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I write short stories as quickly and badly as possible. They are unedited in writing and recording.
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Welcome to Novel Pairings, a podcast dedicated to making the classics readable, relevant, and fun. As two nerdy bookworms, we appreciate the role of classic lit, but we but we won't get too academic about it. We'll talk about the books we love and the books we loath, and help stock your TBR pile with old and new reads for every literary taste.
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With the help of their friends and otherwise useless English degrees, Isaac and Declan take on the ever growing world of truly awful writing, one chapter at a time. We read them so you don't have to!
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C. Robert Cargill is a screenwriter, novelist, and former film critic. In this podcast, he's joined by film critic David Chen to discuss his advice from his two decades in the entertainment industry. Find more episodes of the show at writealongpodcast.com and email us at [email protected]
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Learn to write like a pro with tips from award-winning author Patricia Simpson. Life is short. Write smart!
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No Question About That is the original independent fan-published podcast covering Manchester United. Hosted by Ed, with contributions from Dan, Tom, Wayne, Dharnish, Adam, Jamie, Dominic and Isabel. NQAT covers the latest games, news, business, politics and fan culture at the world’s best supported club. There are two main shows each week, a tactics show, and a football finance pod. If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing the weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our P ...
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Drawing upon his experience as a former chief of staff on the Senate Finance Committee and as an Emmy-winning executive producer and writer of ‘The West Wing,’ Lawrence O’Donnell examines the compelling and impactful political stories of the day. Join him every weeknight.
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Larry Wilson is an Emmy nominated performer, producer, writer, and 2017 Comedy Magician of the Year, who synthesized his long history in show business into a powerful training system called The Wilson Method. As a successful TV Star and Communications Expert, Larry Wilson, shares his secrets to quality & clear communication. Every week a new episode takes the listener into another level of training where he/she can find success in business & relationships through better communication skills.
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The Hoely Hour is an irreverent, earnest podcast about modern dating experiences — the good, the bad, and the hilarious. Cheeky hostesses Amelia and Liz candidly talk about personal experiences while amplifying sex positivity and advocating for mental health. Listeners write in their touching and shocking stories, and guests share their expertise on topics ranging from BDSM safety to healing relationship attachment wounds. All this, and more, during The Hoely Hour. Follow us on TikTok, Twitt ...
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Rather than looking at movies in terms of "two thumbs up" or "two thumbs down" Award Winning Screenwriter Jacob Krueger discusses what you can learn from them as a screenwriter. He looks at good movies, bad movies, movies we love, and movies we hate, exploring how they were built, and how you can apply those lessons to your own writing. More information and full archives at WriteYourScreenplay.com 831588
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Friends and co-hosts Drew Shulman and Marie Vigouroux explore TV show Supernatural. With a focus on character narrative, growth and relationships, they offer a critique of the show’s lore, production and writing decisions. Whether you are a long-time fan or a newcomer, join Drew and Marie weekly as they parse through 15 seasons of Sam, Dean, and, of course, pie.
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Censored is a podcast for the filthy minded. Explore banned films, books, magazines, newspapers and cinema like a smut-obsessed censor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode Eleven - 'Bad Man, or Capitalist Pig?' with Bec Petraitis
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1:11:15This week, Jess and her guest, Bec Petraitis, discuss You've Got Mail. But they also discuss missing Borders, what Bec would do if she was rich, and how they both give pretty bad relationship advice. Jess Writes a Rom-Com is part of the Do Go On Network of podcasts, so if you like books or quiz shows or learning while laughing, we have a podcast fo…
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"Don't be Afraid": The Story of a Survivor (Who Made Lots of Bad Decisions Along Her Journey)
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1:05:12Season Two of Lion in the Mirror kicks off with a fighter. Pam Hurley—President & CEO of Hurley Write, technical-writing renegade, and self-proclaimed rebel—sat down with us to talk through the wreckage, the redemption, and the raw truth of becoming herself. Pam didn’t take the clean path. She missed out on UNC Chapel Hill, thrived at UNCG, then—li…
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Episode 154 - Flick Flops Holiday Review - Krampus (2015)
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8:29This week we’re getting horny for the holidays as we unwrap Krampus, the 2015 horror/comedy directed by Michael Dougherty and starring Adam Scott, Toni Collette, David Koechner, and Allison Tolman. When a dysfunctional family’s Christmas spirit collapses faster than a mall Santa on his lunch break, they accidentally summon a shadowy Alpine demon wh…
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#952 | Manchester United beat Newcastle 1-0 at Old Trafford and nobody left feeling relaxed. Ed and Dharnish break down an exhausting win defined by one moment of quality and a lot of defensive survival. We talk through Patrick Dorgu’s stunning volley, a first Premier League goal that settled the game early, before Newcastle spent the rest of the a…
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Sit Me Baby One More Time Ep 06 - Hello, Mallory (The Baby-sitters Club #14)
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53:47We jump forward in the series a bit this month, not too deep into the series (and not into the era where the series was primarily ghostwritten), but past the “we’re still setting up each of the core club-members” phase. This book is all about Mallory, a younger aspiring BSC member whose membership is jeopardized by a run of bad luck and some mildly…
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Season 4 Episode 3: From Courtrooms to Bestsellers: Jeff Zentner's Literary Journey and Insights
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39:12Send us a text What does it take to transition from a legal career to becoming a bestselling young adult author? Join us on Craft Chat Chronicles as we share thrilling updates, including my exciting new role at the Neighborhood Literary Agency under the guidance of the renowned Eric Smith. We'll discuss my progress on two major writing projects: a …
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Episode Thirteen - 'cock-blocktopus' with Gillian Crosby
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1:08:03It's the day after Christmas, and we're all a little dusty. So let's sit back and relax with some early 2000's nostalgia - we're talking about Love Actually, AND Bend It Like Beckham. Jess Writes a Rom-Com is part of the Do Go On Network of podcasts, so if you like books or quiz shows or learning while laughing, we have a podcast for you. Check the…
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Margalit Fox: The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum
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55:38In this episode of Library Talks, award-winning journalist Margalit Fox joins Library Talks to discuss her latest book, The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum: The Rise and Fall of an American Organized-Crime Boss, the true story of a once-infamous criminal mastermind and visionary businesswoman in Gilded Age New York. Drawing on deep historical research, Fo…
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Lawrence: Trump was flying with Epstein around the time FBI got its first tip about Epstein
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42:07Tonight on The Last Word: Lawmakers discuss legal action against the Trump Justice Department. Also, an email refutes Donald Trump’s claim that he was never on Jeffrey Epstein’s jet. Plus, the U.S. strikes another boat, alleging drug-smuggling. And Lawrence shares an important lesson on the value of listening. Rep. Robert Garcia, David Enrich, and …
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Episode 153 - Flick Flops Holiday Special - Our Top 5 Christmas Films
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31:41This week we’re decking the halls and trolling a little Yuletide carol as we countdown our Top 5 Christmas Films. These are the ones we rewatch every year, quote way too much, and argue about like it’s a family tradition. So grab some hot cocoa, and strike the harp while Andy dons his gay apparel… this is our Merry Christmas special! Social Links: …
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Happy Holidays Aardvarkians! Welcome to "My Worst Christmas." No Hans Gruber did not take over my Christmas Party, I received my Christmas bonus this year, but I wouldn't mind a one-year subscription to the Jelly of the Month Club, and I didn't spend all my bonus on removing my son's tattoo and betting on Santa's Little Helper. My worst Christmas i…
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Finale Part Four - The John Scarratt Holiday Special
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2:39:14We're done with pitches and fixing bad sequels, but we're not done talking yet. As part of our farewell tour, we welcome the Secret Fourth Sequeliser, our artist-in-residence John Scarratt back to the podcast to talk through all the amazing visuals he's produced for us over the past 10 seasons. John Scarratt's website: https://www.johnscarratt.co.u…
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Episode 231: WTH 2025: Laptop Farms, Campus Cults, and the End of Anonymity
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43:00From AI regulation fights and North Korean laptop farms to Nigerian campus cults, the human toll of online crime, and the death of online anonymity it's time to review the year in cyber stories—the good, the bad, the unimaginable, and what to do when "they" come for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Lawrence on Trump DOJ failing to release all Epstein files: Trump can pardon anyone in a cover-up
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41:05Tonight on The Last Word: Epstein survivors speak out after the Trump Justice Department releases the files. And a KIND Fund scholarship recipient shares her hopes and dreams after she completes her education. Jena-Lisa Jones, Marina Lacerda, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Bradley Edwards join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts w…
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Paloma REVEALS her own Maddest, Saddest and Baddest moments
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24:00Seeing as it is Christmas I thought it was time to pull the stops out and do a Mad, Sad and Bad special. Today we’re turning the show on its head as I get interviewed by the person who knows me better than anyone else in the world…my mum! For the first time I’m reversing roles and sitting in the hotseat while my mum asks ME about my mad, sad and ba…
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The Tactics Show: Pressing Good, Defending Bad
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35:46#951 | Ed and Dharnish discus United's defeat to Villa - impressive pressing, out of possession challenges, Lisandro Martinez's cameo at number 6, and what a future without an injured Bruno Fernandes might look like. The conversation also touches on United's challenges over the festive season, with so many players now out, how will Ruben Amorim adj…
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Nicholas Boggs, author of BALDWIN: A LOVE STORY
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47:27Nicholas Boggs is the New York Times bestselling author of Baldwin: A Love Story, the first major biography of the iconic figure in more than three decades. He is the recipient of a 2023 Whiting Creative Nonfiction Grant and fellowships from the Leon Levy Center for Biography, the Scholars-in-Residence program at the Schomburg Center for Research i…
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Some people find jargon annoying. But lots of managers use it. Pippa and Phil explain some of the strangest business jargon and why we use it with the help of Anne Curzan, Professor of English Language at the University of Michigan. This episode was originally broadcast in November 2024. TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more p…
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Ep 734 - Kidnapped by the Krampus, by Emily Shore
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1:24:05Happy Hornydays everyone! This extremely explicit dark holiday romantasy is sure to land someone on the naughty list. Please note that this story about Twyla and her adventure into the world of Krampus is very much Not For Kids. But does it give adults everything they want for Christmas? Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis. Follow @overdu…
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8 - Charm Offensive: Keep Playing and You'll Find Out
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2:07:17This week, Annie & Jenn attempt to unpack the very complicated relationship between Carol and Zosia, and the high stakes game of chicken they seem to be playing in "Charm Offensive." Who will win? Do we even know? Join us! --- Follow us on Twitter and BlueSky: @pluribuspod Email: [email protected] Website: pluribuspod.com…
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#950 | Ed and Wayne dissect Manchester United’s defeat away at Aston Villa, a match that briefly suggested progress before unraveling in depressingly familiar fashion. A strong first half gave way to defensive errors, mounting absences, and an untimely injury to Bruno Fernandes, leaving Ruben Amorim staring at another damaging afternoon. They asses…
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Trump DOJ releases heavily redacted Epstein files
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41:51Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats explore legal options over the partial Epstein files release. Also, Donald Trump takes his broken economic message to North Carolina. Plus, GOP divisions grow as lawmakers head home. And Jack Smith demands a public hearing to defend the Trump indictments. Rep. Jamie Raskin, Lisa Rubin, fmr. Gov. Roy Cooper, fmr. …
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Episode 152 - Flick Flops Holiday Review - Trapped in Paradise (1994)
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11:55This week we get Trapped in Paradise and discuss the 1994 comedy written and directed by George Gallo. Nicolas Cage, Jon Lovitz and Dana Carvey star in this holiday heist as three ex-cons who rob a tiny Pennsylvania bank on Christmas Eve. Did we enjoy our stay with Cage and friends or did this festive fiasco leave us wishing we could escape town to…
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Season 2 Episode 12: Expert Writing Tips from JR Dawson: From First Pages to Final Drafts
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50:36Send us a text Unlock the secrets of crafting unforgettable stories with JR Dawson, the brilliant mind behind "The First Bright Thing." In our latest episode of Craft Chat Chronicles, JR takes us on a journey from her humble beginnings writing short stories during her MFA at Stone Coast to landing a major publishing deal with Tor. Discover the resi…
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Active Listening to Enhance Gift Giving (Personal & Business) Holiday Special Part 2
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25:32Special Holiday episodes Part 1 & 2, all about Gift giviung being enhanced by Active Listening. Great two part episode to improve your Personal and Business life. Larry Wilson of "The Wilson Method" shares some stories to help teach some important aspects of listening, and to use those listening skills in purchasing the perfect gifts for Personal o…
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It's a Very Special Episode in which Annie & Jenn have a chat with Carol Sturka herself, Rhea Seehorn! Alongside "Pluribus," we cover a variety of topics including The X-Files, social media, and Rhea's aversion to white wine. Join us! --- Follow us on Twitter and BlueSky: @pluribuspod Email: [email protected] Website: pluribuspod.com…
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#124: Actor: Dylan Simpson: "I'm different now."
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50:11#125: Actor: Dylan Simpson – “I’m Different Now.” This week on the podcast, actor Dylan Simpson joins me to talk about the moment acting grabbed hold of him and connected him to a feeling he had not felt since he was a kid. We talk about creativity, ambition, and the “zone” that shows up in sports, performance, and art. Dylan shares how one acting …
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Writing Lessons From... Bingeing Christmas Romance Films
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18:22aka How to get out of a rut with your writing. The episode looks at the following films: Best. Christmas. Ever Renovation Romance Our Little Secret Haul Out The Holly (and Haul Out The Holly Lit Up) Hot Frosty Jingle Bell Heist Not in that order. And I'm looking at what lessons I'm taking from these films into my Christmas romance writing in 2026. …
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#949 | Ed and Tom take stock of where Manchester United really are, amid fitness problems that refuse to clear and tactical compromises that keep piling up. They break down recent performances against Everton and Bournemouth, questioning selection calls, structure, and how much latitude the manager still has to solve problems internally. The conver…
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Episode Twelve - 'Sorry, we've actually perfected cuisine' with Toni Lodge
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1:19:28Podcast royalty joins Jess this week - the wonderful Toni Lodge comes in to the studio for a Christmas special! Jess Writes a Rom-Com is part of the Do Go On Network of podcasts, so if you like books or quiz shows or learning while laughing, we have a podcast for you. Check them out here: Do Go On: https://shows.acast.com/do-go-on Book Cheat: https…
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Active Listening to Enhance Gift Giving (Personal & Business) Holiday Special Part 1
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20:57Larry Wilson of "The Wilson Method" shares some stories to help teach some important aspects of listening, and to use those listening skills in purchasing the perfect gifts for Personal or Business relationships. This is part One, Part two follows immediately as there is no dropped episode on Christmas Day! Hosted by Larry Wilson Produced by: Verba…
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Lawrence: Trump seemed ‘angry at the truth’ as he read a ‘teleprompter full of lies’
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42:29Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump addresses the nation as his approval rating hits a record low. Also, Jack Smith defends the Trump indictments in a closed-door testimony. Plus, Sen. Amy Klobuchar grills the FCC’s Brendan Carr in a Senate hearing. And Democrats push for the full release of the boat strike video. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, Rep. Dani…
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Air - Playground Love (feat. Gordon Tracks)
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25:13The band Air is a duo from Versailles, France. Their first EP came out in 1995, followed by their critically acclaimed debut album, ‘Moon Safari,' which was an international hit. Then they made the music for the film ‘The Virgin Suicides,‘ which was written and directed by Oscar-winner Sofia Coppola, based on the novel by Jeffrey Eugenides. The mov…
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Lance Richardson with Sam Anderson: True Nature
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52:21In this episode of Library Talks, author Lance Richardson joins Library Talks to discuss his new book True Nature: The Pilgrimage of Peter Matthiessen. He's joined by award-winning writer Sam Anderson. A towering figure of twentieth-century American letters, Peter Matthiessen (1927–2014) defies categorization. He co-founded the Paris Review while w…
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It's time for us to share our favorite books of 2025! Get your notebooks ready because WE! HAVE! RECS! 📚 Becca's Fave Books The Force of Such Beauty by Barbara Bourland Heart the Lover by Lily King One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune Deep Cuts by Holly Brickley Loved One by Aisha Muharrar Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy The Safekeep by Yael …
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251: Alix E. Harrow (THE EVERLASTING) & Nicola Griffith's MENEWOOD
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1:03:54Alix E. Harrow drops into the Damn Library to talk about the everyday magic of being alive and writing really good books, like her newest one The Everlasting, Christopher’s favorite book of the year. Plus, she recommended Nicola Griffith’s Menewood and it leads to encomiums galore, because it’s a fantastic series that earns every one of its many pa…
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Lawrence: ‘Immoral’ is Donald Trump’s brand, and his chief of staff just proved it
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41:28Tonight on The Last Word: Vanity Fair interviews with Trump Chief of Staff Susie Wiles reveal new pain points in the administration. Plus, Wiles claims Trump was unaware of Ghislaine Maxwell's prison transfer, and that Pam Bondi "completely whiffed" handling the Epstein files. Also, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth refuses to release full unedited…
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The Silent Strength: Why Listening Is the Most Underrated Communication Skill
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35:55Today, I’m joined by Sairan Aqrawi—a business strategist, certified coach, and engineer with extensive experience leading complex infrastructure projects. Sairan brings a unique perspective on the role of communication in both technical fields and personal transformation. In this episode, Sairan shares how she transitioned from a successful enginee…
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Writer/director Craig Brewer (Song Sung Blue; Hustle and Flow; Dolemite Is My Name) discusses making a narrative out of the Song Sung Blue documentary, how it's autobiographical, finding career inspiration in Amadeus, his writing process, "The Shelf," non-musical musicals, the beauty of "Save As," the Faustian bargain of making art, and lots more. …
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A deadbolt clicks. This email, that voice--they sound all right. Then things go sideways. This week, 911 Cyber CEO Marc Raphael joins the pod to explore how AI makes scams faster, smoother, and harder to spot, and what you can do to stay hard to hit in the new threatscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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#948 | Ed and Dan react to a breathless, chaotic 4–4 draw that managed to be both exhilarating and deeply exposing. They break down United’s aggressive pressing, fluid attacking movement, and how the side functioned without a recognised striker, while also confronting the defensive fragility that turned control into volatility. The discussion moves…
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Velshi: Trump doesn't have a plan for you if you’re struggling to afford basics
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42:43Tonight on The Last Word: New polls paint a bleak picture for the Trump economy. Plus, the weekly jobless claims hit their highest level in over four years. Also, Trump's redistricting push fails in Indiana. Rep. Brendan Boyle, Jared Bernstein, Charlie Sykes, Tom Nichols, State Sen. Shelli Yoder, and Rep. Maxwell Frost join Ali Velshi. To listen to…
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Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May - Episode 233
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1:26:31It's winter up here in the northern hemisphere, so why not explore a fluffy memoir that flirts with self-help specifically for the season? Get a nice blanket and a stuffed creature, a hot beverage, maybe light a candle or incense or perhaps even a fire, and snuggle in. Take care of yourselves out there - make that doctor, dentist, therapist, etc. a…
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A. Muia, author of A DESERT BETWEEN TWO SEAS
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1:00:48We’ve been following A. Muia and her writing journey for several years. She’s been a longtime listener of the podcast and supporter of the show. We chatted in 2022 about getting an agent, the frustrations of the publishing industry and how to break into it, and all the things talented writers who have a strong manuscript but few publishing contacts…
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Daniel Nayeri on The Teacher of Nomad Land
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46:04Daniel Nayeri’s latest novel—The Teacher of Nomad Land: A World War II Story—recently received the National Book Award for Young People’s Literature. In this episode Daniel speaks with Jonathan Rogers about Iran’s role in World War II, food writing, fathers, providence, the wisdom of children, and incompetent spies. This episode is sponsored by The…
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