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Your new Monday/Thursday thing. Part catch-up, part check-in. Pop and Circumstance gives you a quick hit of what’s happening in the culture — and a quick lift for your life. Two hosts. Two segments. One very good decision.
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Dwell

CiRCE Podcast Network

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Psalm 37:3 says "trust in the Lord and do good, dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness." In this new podcast for moms from the CiRCE Podcast Network, Emily Hill, Renee Mathis, and Karen Kern will explore what it means to dwell in our homes—that place where God has called us to do good. They will discuss dwelling with others in relationship, dwelling in wisdom as we seek to educate our children, and dwelling at home such that we create a place where our families will flourish. Episodes ...
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A unique view of mythology ... Join best-selling author and mythologist Patrick Garner as he explores the Greek gods — Zeus, Apollo, Artemis, Aphrodite, Athena, Poseidon, Ares and others — and offers rare insights into who these divine beings were — and uniquely, what became of them! Heard in more than 190 countries, Garner's Greek Mythology is now in its 5th season!
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Quiddity

CiRCE Podcast Network

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Join the CiRCE Podcast Network for new conversations in the classical spirit of inquiry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Forma

CiRCE Podcast Network

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Conversations with authors, teachers, creators, and community leaders that are carefully contemplating the nature and practice of classical education, aesthetic wonder, and Christian community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The CiRCE Institute Podcast Network is made up of three regular shows: Dwell features conversations about motherhood, home education, homemaking, and more. Proverbial features author and educator Joshua Gibbs exploring proverbs from the ages. The Play’s The Thing is the ultimate resource for Shakespeare lovers hosted by actor, playwright, and educator Tim McIntosh. Plus we produce various seasonal shows like The Weight of Fatherhood with Brian Phillips, Ask Andrew with CIRCE President Andrew ...
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The Commons

CiRCE Institute Podcast Network

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The Commons, hosted by Brian Phillips, features conversations and contemplations about school life and leadership. Whether you are a headmaster or a homeschooling mom, these conversations are here to help your vocation with purpose, wisdom, and virtue. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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34 Circe Salon -- The Parallax

34 Circe Salon, 34 Circe Media, Sean Marlon Newcombe

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Parallax -- noun. (ˈpɛrəˌlæks) The apparent displacement of an object as seen from two different points that are not on a line with the object. A podcast that is an exploration from the ancient world to the cosmic future. Different points of view than what are normally heard. New visions.
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Ask Andrew

CiRCE Podcast Network

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The Ask Andrew Podcast features weekly reflections on the purpose and nature of classical education from Andrew Kern, author of Classical Education: The Movement Sweeping American, and President of the CiRCE Institute. Each week Andrew will tackle a key idea, term, or theme in classical education, briefly defining it and explaining its purpose and place within classical pedagogy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Proverbial

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On every episode of Proverbial, teacher and author Joshua Gibbs (How to Be Unlucky: Reflections on the Pursuit of Virtue and Something They Will Not Forget: A Handbook for Classical Teachers) explores a single proverb, some old bit of wisdom, and tries to discern what it means for modern men. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Side Character Quest (SCQ) is an anthology of improvised fantasy adventures. In each short quest, the show's host takes a single guest player on a journey through a larger shared world. Quests are usually 3-6 episodes long, and listeners can generally start the show at the beginning of any one of them! Your world is a peaceful one, comprised of plains, mountains, swamps, and pines. Cicadas sing, rivers flow, magic thrums through the air, and all of it's surround by a single massive wall that ...
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Thinking About Ob/Gyn

Antonia Roberts and Howard Herrell

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A fresh and evidence-based perspective of all things related to obstetrics and gynecology. Follow us on Instagram @thinkingaboutobgyn or visit thinkingaboutobgyn.com for show notes and more.
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Animal Magic

j. SNODGRASS

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Good-Natured Comedy about Animal Folklore, Biblical Silliness, and the Artificial Primate Habitat I call Home. What can ancient Animal Myths and Fables tell us about how to be Human in modern life? SNODGRASS is a college teacher, public speaker, and the author of Shakespeare’s Goddess, Genesis and the Rise of Civilization, and Chaos Chaos. More info at j-snodgrass.com
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Do Well Do Good

The Circle of Young Intrapreneurs

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This is #DoWellDoGood - the podcast from the Circle of Young Intrapreneurs, where we explore how you can have a positive impact on the world from within your large corporate organisation. We hear from the trojan horses, social side-hustlers, and the corporate changemakers who are on the front line, changing business from the inside by doing well and doing good
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ODYSSEY: THE PODCAST

Jeff Wright

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Odyssey: The Podcast is a serialized telling in contemporary language, of Homer’s Odyssey. Over twenty-three hours, master storyteller Jeff Wright delivers a fast-paced, literate, and addictive performance. Each episode features a continuation of the story arc, followed by engaging commentary on the social, cultural and political contexts helpful to maximizing your fun with Homer’s story. Odyssey: The Podcast works brilliantly as a free-standing story, or as a sequel to Trojan War: The Podcast.
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Best of the Worst

Jason Weiser, Carissa Weiser | Nextpod

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Twice a week, join the Weisers (creators of "Myths and Legends" and "Fictional") as they take a look at all the wonderful, ridiculous characters from comic book history. Why should Joker, Thanos, Catwoman, and Magneto get all the love? Why not Animal-Vegetable-Mineral Man, Uglyman, Kiteman, Asbestos Lady, and Condiment King? And yes, those are real characters. Originally a segment on chart-topping podcast Fictional, Best of the Worst is making household names out of the world's worst heroes ...
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Eat Read Stream Repeat

Eat Read Stream Repeat

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We met because of Steve Rogers, we go for pizza and swap books on a monthly basis and we've never had a conversation that didn't contain a nerdy reference. So lets chat about the things we like to eat, read, stream and repeat. xoxo Sarah and Chloe
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That's The Drink Talking

Buxstock Entertainment

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The great social lubricant… alcohol. We drink it to have a good night, to help with conversation, or simply because we love a good ale.‘That’s the Drink Talking’ is a comedy podcast hosted by comedians and beer drinkers Harley Breen and David Quirk plus guests including beer makers, master brewers, distillers, wine makers, non-drinkers, comedians, musicians, actors and other interesting people who happen to be passing by. Recorded live at The Espy every Tuesday arvo, That’s the Drink Talking ...
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Serious Conversations, Seriously Funny. Improv Conversations with Old Friends, New Friends and Inspiring People. Archiving our Ever Adapting Connection with Nature and Understanding our humanity, our art, food and music. Continually Exploring the present moment, through topics such as Homesteading, Foraging, and Permaculture intertwined with people's everyday experiences, lifestyles, stories and opinions with comedy, music and an open discussion platform. Hosted by Ande the Elf (a seasoned a ...
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Kimberly Rockwell, Dawn "Sam" Alden and Lauren Torres talk about the music that shaped their youth. The songs we scream-sang, and those that comforted us when we were heartbroken - did we ever really listen to the lyrics? Music has power to teach, and words set to music stick in our heads. What were we absorbing when we were young, what were we bei…
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We pop off with the Stranger Things series Finale! What we liked, what we didn’t like like, and tons of *Spoilers*. Then a Haim Sister gets married and the Palm Springs Film Festival foreshadows this years Oscar contenders. 00:00 Intro 00:55 Stranger Things Series Finale 43:15 Haim Sister Wedding 51:30 Palm Springs Film Festival Pop and Circumstanc…
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2026 is here - how are you starting off the new year? Not sure yet? Even better…we’ve got some ideas. Hart is delivering this week’s circumstance with some research-backed ideas on kicking off the new year in a way that works for you…but still helps you keep moving forward. Chime in…how do you start off the new year? Pop and Circumstance is your go…
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We pop off with our thoughts on the final episodes of Taylor's 'End of an Era' Docuseries and then gives tons of spoilers, thoughts, predictions for the 'Stranger Things' Volume 2 (Episodes 5-7) drop along with our reactions to Will Byers crying about being gay. 00:00 Intro 00:50 Final 2 Episodes of The End of an Era 24:20 Stranger Things Volume 2 …
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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! It’s Christmas and also a Circumstance day here at Pop & Circumstance, so Elizabeth is giving you a lift by helping you focus on the small moments - because it’s the moments that make the magic, no matter your situation. Tune in for this short and sweet Christmas episode for some laughs, some feels, and some enco…
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We unpack what WHI actually showed about estrogen-only therapy and breast cancer in light of new supporting data, then confront the free birth trend’s preventable harms and the business model behind it. We share clear tools to spot false claims, review new aspirin data on preeclampsia, and outline twelve practical ways to cut waste in gyn surgery. …
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Kim Gould is a mentor and coach who teaches people to access their own unique way to create meaningful change in their lives through astrology and the human design system. Join us as we discuss how Ms. Gould reframes the astrological viewpoint to focus on the myths of women and the space objects, like asteroids, named after them. Lauren Torres and …
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Does the thought of teaching a foreign language in your homeschool intimidate you? Join us as Laura Councell gives us tips, ideas, and resources for learning with your children, using familiar books translated into another language and adding just a few phrases at a time. You will be inspired to wade in at the shallow end and give it a try. Hosted …
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On this pop off we talk about Nicki Minaj awkward comment to Erika Kirk at Turning Point USA and that GAWD awful (and unflattering) Vanity Fair photoshoot, Nick Reiner’s involvement with his father (Rob Reiner)’s death, and the End of an Era Episode 3 and 4 recap! 00:00 Intro 02:27 Nicki Minaj at Turning Point USA and Vanity Fair Shoot 10:27 Rob Re…
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It's time for your weekly circumstance - the 4 parenting styles AND which one leads to the most successful children? 00:00 Intro 03:40 Case Studies 05:00 4 Parenting Styles 21:20 The Importance of Warmth 26:00 Practical Steps for Improvement 39:40 But Why? But Why? 47:400 Effort and Improvement > Outcome Pop and Circumstance is your go-to podcast t…
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We are popping off with Taylor Swift's newly released docuseries on Disney+ 'The End of an Era' covering episodes 1 and 2. From the high stakes of the terrorist threat that led to the cancelation of one of the shows, to the journey of the dancers and the casting process. Lots of tears.....does this girl ever sleep? 02:00 Episode 1 38:15 Episode 2 P…
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Struggling to find the perfect gift? Not sure where to start or how much to spend? Elizabeth breaks it down into a few easy steps and gives you the inspiration you need to get started. AND drops some easy holiday recipes! 00:00 Intro 12:00 Use a Spreadsheet 13:20 Stick to a theme each year 16:40 Use their Hobbies 27:00 Budgeting 101 39:30 Seasonal …
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We trace the arc from variolation and Jenner to mRNA, show how vaccines leverage natural immunity, and explain why maternal shots protect both parent and newborn. Data, history, and personal stories make the case that prevention beats cure for OBGYN care. • pertussis surge in Kentucky and preventable infant deaths • child mortality then and now and…
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Angela Smith, founder of Inquisicook, an online culinary arts and science program for students ages 12 and up, joins Renee and Karen to chat about the science of cooking and about encouraging your children to help you in the kitchen. It may get messy, but the benefits to your child's formation and your family culture are immeasurable. Angela also s…
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We pop off with Taylor Swift wedding venue rumors, Real Housewives Reunion leak, Spotify Wrapped, and cap it off with the massive Netflix acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. 00:00 Intro 01:25 Taylor Swift Venue Fiasco 08:00 Real Housewives Reunion Leaks 13:00 Taylor Swift and that Infamous Bullet Proof Walk 21:30 Spotify Wrapped 26:30 Netflix an…
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Join us as we interview Dr. Sandra Glahn, professor at the Dallas Theological Seminary, about her wonderful book, Nobody's Mother: Artemis of the Ephesians in Antiquity and the New Testament. Nobody's Mother is a scholarly re-examination of the cult of Artemis of Ephesus and the cultural world surrounding early Christianity—especially the world beh…
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It's a Thursday so that means we're slapping you in the face with a circumstance topic. And this one is something we all can work on; the art of letting people be wrong about you. Allowing yourself to be misunderstood may feel crunchy but promise you'll start changing once you realize your self worth is an inside job. ⏱️Timestamps⏱️ 00:00 Intro 05:…
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On December 3rd, 1976, a 30-foot pig flew over England, disrupting air traffic and scaring the manure out of a rancher's cattle. In this special anniversary episode, we'll share the timeless tale of the photo-shoot for the Pink Floyd Animals album cover. And we'll consider what it may have to do with Orwell's novel Animal Farm, and whether that boo…
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Elizabeth's does a deep dive on Stranger Things 'The Last Shadow' on Broadway and it's easter eggs and relations to Season 5. Then dissects the the motifs and themes throughout the first 4 episodes and what they foreshadow. *SPOLER ALLERT* PLUS her predictions for the remainder of Season 5 and how time travel could play a role in Vecna's redemption…
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Its Thanksgiving and we shift into some unconventional ways to give thanks this Thursday and shade the Conquistadors that colonized America. ⏱️Timestamps⏱️ 00:00 Intro 14:30 Unconventional Ways to Give Thanks Pop and Circumstance is your go-to podcast to stay in the loop on what’s happening in pop culture, and get a digestible amount of personal gr…
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We share a practical, clinic‑tested system for hereditary cancer screening that standardizes intake and education, then confront how malpractice pressures distort obstetric decision‑making, fetal monitoring, and access to care. Former ACOG president Dr. Richard Waldman offers data, history, and solutions we can use now. • digital workflow that scre…
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In this episode, friend and colleague in the world of classical education, mom and grandmother, teacher and poet, Christine Perrin, joins us for a discussion on how to foster a love of poetry in our children. She says that the experience of poetry comes before the analysis of it, she offers tips on how to jump into the world of poetry, and she shar…
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We Pop off this Monday by gearing up for Stranger Things (Netflix), talk Meghan Markle's strange requirement to have her title announced at every room she enters. We also analyze how Timothée Chalamet could very well be the UK rapper Esdeekid. And the 2026 Met Gala theme has been announced, 'Costume Art' which is the first exhibition in the Costume…
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In today’s episode in the Founding Mother’s series, we explore two influential women from the past: Lilian Gilbreth, an American psychologist, industrial, consultant and educator who was once described as “a genius in the art of living," and Edith Clark, an electrical engineer who is credited with laying the foundation for the smart grid. Both wome…
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Send us a text The hero of the Odyssey and the Trojan War has to navigate treacherous waters and deities on his 10-year journey home. We join Odysseus for part of it. Meet Circe, the Sirens, and the sea monsters that slow his passage. If the trip had been ranked on a travel website, it would have gotten a negative rating. Support the show Email any…
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For this Circumstance topic we dive into those awkward family convo's - or rather, how to AVOID such topics during the Holidays. We give you tips and tricks on how to keep the peace this Holiday Season, and managing family conflict with grace. Pass the Turkey, not the tension ya'll! ⏱️Timestamps⏱️ 00:00 Intro 02:15 Reason’s Why These Awkward Convo’…
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Katie Carrillo, mother of three daughters and head mentor of the Gulf Coast Apprenticeship, joins Renee and Karen to discuss living the good life with children living at home after high school. Our culture tells us that our child needs to create his or her own life at eighteen years old. But what if college or moving out of the family home is not w…
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This Monday on Pop & Circumstance, it’s Elizabeth’s day to Pop Off and she is covering the Wicked Premiere in Singapore, Kris Jenner’s Birthday party and Billie Eilish’s latest crusade (we’re here for it). Then this deja vu duo is chatting about Taylor Swift’s latest holiday release and finally, Tom Felton’s on stage debut in the Cursed Child on Br…
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It's Thursday and in this segment of 'Shift Happens' Elizabeth covers self-care. The misconceptions, the cultural relevancy, and the difference between instant gratification and comfort versus the long term investment that is self-care. ⏱️Timestamps⏱️ 00:00 Intro 1:38 Shift Happens Intro 5:30 Self-Care 9:00 Comfort Vs Self Care 11:15 Self-Care and …
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Antonia and special guest Kristi Angevine explore how physicians can rethink habits beyond routines to include default thoughts, feelings, and reactions, and how that shift relieves burnout and restores purpose. Practical micro-habits, internal validation, and redefining productivity help us lead better and live better. • habits as automatic though…
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Listen as Renee and Karen chat with guest John Hodges, teacher, musician, composer, and director of The Center for Western Studies. John explains, as Plato said, that the purpose of music is to cause us to delight in beauty and the harmonious things. We discuss learning to play instruments, and John offers musical selections that you can find to en…
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The absolutely true story of a journey to witness Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds in concert, with some silly and supernatural surprises. This doesn't contain any music samples, but refers to "Jubilee Street" (I recommend the Copenhagen live version), "Tupelo," "Wild God," "Conversion" and "Into My Arms."By j. SNODGRASS
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On today’s episode of Pop and Circumstance, it is the first day of our new format! That means Monday is all about Pop Culture - where we give you everything you need to know to stay current on what’s happening in the culture. In this episode Hart and Elizabeth are chatting about the new Hulu show “All’s Fair”, the new Ryan Murphy show starring Kim …
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"Karen"-- a term that became ubiquitous in 2020. It was used as a verbal cudgel to upbraid a certain type of woman: white and very outspoken. Some say the term had its origin as a response to racism; others say it was the product of misogyny. Either way, the word "Karen" became a weapon of derision, mockery and humiliation. It was a way, quite simp…
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Elizabeth analyzes Jennifer Lawrence's recent interview regarding her choice to withhold political commentary and opinions and how more and more celebrities are choosing to not let their stances be known, and and update on the Justin Baldoni lawsuit. Hart talks about the sting of failure and how adopting a growth mindset could be your key to overco…
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Join us as we chat with Laura Councell about the effects that music, instrumental and vocal, can have on your children's souls, minds, and bodies. Laura holds a doctorate in music and is a homeschooling mother to three children ages 2,5, and 8. Her son, Harry, is a special needs child, and Laura describes how song has been life-giving for him. List…
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It's our Halloween special ya'll! Hart goes through the Mount Rushmore of Halloween candy, the most nostalgic Halloween films and come history behind them, then covers the 2025 Vogue World: Hollywood runway and all of the costume designers. Elizabeth gives us the history of Halloween and some fun facts about the holiday. ⏱️Timestamps⏱️ 00:00 Intro …
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We challenge long-held beliefs about fibroids, highlight new ectopic pregnancy nuances, and dig into real-world dermoid cyst outcomes. We also unpack the evidence and ethics of 39-week induction after IVF and ICSI, balancing small absolute risks with maternal tradeoffs. • Evidence overturning links between fibroids and miscarriage, PROM and abrupti…
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On this episode of Pop & Circumstance, Elizabeth catches you up on the latest pop culture news including the Kristen Bell controversy that riled up the internet, the 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame nominees including Taylor Swift being inducted in her first year of eligibility, new customizable app icons for IG, and a new series called “Famous Last W…
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