Best Gabaldons Podcasts (2025)

Hi everyone - Better late than never, here is our fan-requested episode where we (Julie and Amelia) say nice things about Blood of My Blood that aren't all about the actors, the costumes, or the Scotland porn. We also finally address all those Fiery Crosses in the finale.....pssst! It's the Jacobite Rebellion! Lots of love - Amelia and Julie Photo …

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L. Frank Baum, the creative genius behind the Wizard of Oz and Wicked 12:55

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In this episode, you'll learn-- how Baum was destined to be a writer from his teens, thanks to gifts from his father how Baum had feet and success in both the literary and drama world how his Wizard of Oz series were the top children books of the time how Baum, in his own writing, predicted several technology inventions Check out the backstories yo…

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Blood and Gold by Anne Rice 1:47:06

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He's Marius, a real piece of work! They're... it doesn't matter who they are because once they become too difficult for him to deal with he just makes another younger vampire to replace them. Yes, it's our annual Anne Rice-a-thon! This time we read Blood and Gold, a book which recaps almost every other Vampire Chronicles book including and of cours…

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Podlander Drunkcast - Blood of My Blood ep.10 - "Something Borrowed" 1:16:02

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Shut the door to the bothy, babes: it's time to snuggle up with Julie and Amelia's coverage of the season finale of Blood of My Blood. They delighted in the casting department's latest triumphs (baby Claire! Hot Uncle Lamb! MAURA GRANT MACKENZIE!) as much as they despaired of the logic of time travel. And can we get a little commotion for getting t…

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Bram Stoker--the Haunting Victorian Storyteller Who Gave Us DRACULA 11:53

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In this episode, you'll learn-- how Bram Stoker became the #1 bestselling Gothic horror author How Bram came to meet and befriend famous figures of the era including Sir Author Conan Doyle and Oscar Wilde what inspired Stoker to write such an original, haunting tale of evil how Stoker died never knowing the popularity his work would eventually brin…

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Podlander Drunkcast - Blood of My Blood ep. 9 - "Braemar" 1:14:35

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Hi, y'all - Amelia got together with friend of the show Keenan Caldwell to discuss Blood of My Blood episode 9, "Braemar." Lots of wig talk, happiness at having a more robust plot to gab about, and a big pig hunt. Shout out to Jhon Lumsden as Malcom, you seem like a good man. What else does a gal need, other than being allowed to marry who she want…

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Podlander Drunkcast - Blood of My Blood ep. 8 - "A Virtuous Woman" 42:38

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Hi, y'all - Hey! When we begged for 'hot pess,' this was not what we meant! Amelia and Julie sat down to discuss the Starz series Blood of My Blood, episode 8, "A Virtuous Woman." This one can go kick rocks. Enough with the humiliation of women! We are all very aware how bad it sucked/sucks! It is nice to see the women banding together - Julia and …

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“This Could Replace My Job”: How Griselda Perkins Built a Multi-Room Spa After the Military 18:14

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Griselda Perkins spent 20 years in the military and thought she’d retire into a quiet, stable school job. But after finding Luxe and enrolling in her first training, she had one thought: “This could replace my job.” Now she runs a growing multi-room spa, leads with military-grade standards, and is building a training facility to elevate the next ge…

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No Beauty Background. No Funding. No Problem. How Desiree Marie Lazcon Used Luxe to Launch a Premium Spa 26:56

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Desiree Marie Lazcon didn’t have a license, a business plan, or investors. What she had was a decision to stop waiting — and a Luxe course that gave her the exact roadmap. Today, she runs a six-figure body sculpting studio that stands out in one of the most saturated markets in the country. No viral content. No funding. Just clarity, consistency, a…

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Podlander Drunkcast - Blood of My Blood ep. 7 - "Luceo non Uro" 49:08

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Hi, y'all - Friend of the show Jen Moniz dropped in to chat with Julie about Starz Blood of My Blood, episode 7 "Luceo Non Uro." A lot of noise, not much action. Murtaugh is (rightly) pissed! Ellen is thinking so fast! Julia is...gardening! Let's get through this thing together, shall we? Lots of love - Julie and Jen Photo courtesy of Starz…

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Booked by Word of Mouth: How Taylor Ann Montgomery Became the Go-To Contour Expert in Her City Without Paid Ads 29:14

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Taylor Ann Montgomery didn’t have a massive following, flashy ads, or a big launch. What she did have: a Luxe education, a high-touch client experience, and the mindset of a CEO — even as a beginner. Today, her books are full. Her results are unmatched. And she’s the go-to body contouring expert in her city — all in her first year. In this real-tal…

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Robert Ludlum--the remarkable mind who gave us Jason Bourne 10:45

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In this episode, you'll learn-- how Robert Ludlum went the route of the theater to learn the essentials of great storytelling how Ludlum learned to combine conspiracy theories, globe trotting spies and high stakes adventure how his characters have been so popular other authors have written even more novels with Ludlum's characters how Ludlum approa…

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Podlander Drunkcast - Blood of My Blood ep. 6 - "Birthright" 44:25

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**Content Warning - discussion of sexual assault** Hoo, boy. We've about had it up to here with this crap. You've been warned. Lots of love - Amelia and Julie Photo courtesy of StarzBy Podlandeer Presents

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Booked Solid in Year One: How Serena Pascal Used Luxe to Build a Premium Med Spa with No Industry Experience 28:01

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When Serena Pascal walked away from her job as a trainer, she had no aesthetics license, no client list, and no idea how to “start a business.” What she did have? A drive to build something of her own — and the courage to click enroll on her first Luxe course. Now? She’s the founder of a booked-out premium spa, making over $10K/month, with clients …

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Podlander Drunkcast - Blood of My Blood ep. 5 - "Needfire" 1:04:14

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Hi, y'all - Finally some real, hot...PESS! Julie and Amelia were excited to watch Starz's Blood of My Blood, season 1 episode 5, "Needfire." Time to go to the Beltane Baaaaalllll!!! So much to see! Incredible costuming. Fun mask work. Some really sexy ruining! This episode has it all, baby! Including some great drunk acting from our favorite lil' P…

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“I Was Supposed to Be Dead.” From ICU to Award-Winning Med Spa: Jennifer Chambard's Luxe-Fueled Comeback Story 23:52

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What would you do if a $10K surgery nearly ended your life — and your business hadn’t even begun yet? Jennifer Chambard didn’t start with money, a mentor, or a map. She started from a hospital bed. After a traumatic awake liposuction and back-to-back illness nearly shut down her organs, she made a decision: “I’m not going to fail. Period.” In this …

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Fantasy Lover by Sherrilyn Kenyon 56:08

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She's Grace, the world's least qualified sex therapist! He's Julian, a sex slave who lives in a book! Together I really wish they fought crime! It's Fantasy Lover by Sherrilyn Kenyon, the first Dark Hunters book! We actually forgot to do content warnings in the recording (we are out of practice!) but this one does have some creepy stalker business,…

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Podlander Drunkcast - Blood of My Blood ep. 4 - "A Soldier's Heart" 47:40

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Hi, y'all - ....Zzzzz..zzz...what?!? Huh? We're awake! Amelia and Julie discuss Starz's Blood My Blood season 1 episode 4, "A Soldier's Heart." This one is mostly about Henry Beauchamp, played excellently by Jeremy Irvine. Firstly, celebrate scaffolding! Secondly, look at all the beautiful Scotland porn on display! Hey! Wake up!! We're about to go …

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Fall 2025 Preview! We missed you! 5:11

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We're so back! We're so sorry we haven't been back! We've been struggling (I think maybe we are not alone?) but we are coming back with a celebration of a kind of book we're struggling to define but we totally know what we're talking about and hope you do too. They tend to be paranormal romances, but don't have to be. They come in long series and y…

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Podlander Drunkcast - Blood of My Blood ep. 3 - "School of the Moon" 54:58

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Hi, y'all - Amelia and Julie chat about Starz's Blood of My Blood, s1 ep3 "School of the Moon." First things first - lets all give it up for Conor MacNeill, our Young Ned. He is absolutely crushing it! Time to bring back an old hashtag....#gowanforit. Ellen has to marry everyone because her brothers suck! Julia has to make a terrible decision. Noth…

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Diane Gabaldon--from renowned scientist to author of historical fantasy 11:20

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In this episode, you'll learn-- how Gabaldon went from scientist and computer expert to bestselling author of both a series of novels and the streaming series they spawned how she was among the first authors to combine historical adventure, suspense, mystery, science fiction and fantasy and romance with incredible success how the book sales and the…

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Podlander Drunkcast - Blood of My Blood eps. 1 and 2 1:31:10

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Hi, y'all - Amelia and Julie did it. We watched episodes 1 and 2 of the Starz Outlander prequel series Blood of My Blood. We had a good time (mostly), and are happy to be back in the recording mode! Highlights - Young Ned, Baby Pamplemousse (duh), and costumes and cinematography galore. Since we're in world-building mode here, I don't think it coul…

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Podlander Drunkcast - Blood of My Blood Trailer Reaction! 48:39

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Hi! While Allison takes a well-deserved summer break, Amelia and Julie got together to watch and react to the Starz-official trailer for the Outlander prequel series, Blood of My Blood. As always, we couldn't figure out tech shit, so just trust us on the time stamps. We also conflated Mrs. Graham and Mrs. Fitzgibbons, we're very sorry book readers!…

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Maya Angelou--Author, Poet and Director AND great storyteller! 12:17

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In this episode you will learn-- the tragic and still remarkable life Maya Angelou lived how her life's journey took her to three continents and six languages the several firsts that Maya accomplished in her life how her life intersected with famous civil rights legends...with tragic results how she became the rare storyteller who succeeded as an a…

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From Feeling Stuck to Scaling Up: How Gabrielle Built a $1K/Day Mobile Spa Business 37:05

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What happens when a determined mom of four turns disappointment into a $1,000-a-day beauty business? In this unforgettable minisode, Shara sits down with Gabrielle—a medical assistant, aspiring psychiatrist, and Luxe Academy student—whose story of hustle, healing, and heart will light a fire under anyone who’s ever felt stuck. Gabrielle opens up ab…

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Don’t Just Post—Connect: Attracting Clients That Actually Pay You 9:46

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Feeling stuck on what to post—and who you're even posting for? In this minisode of Beauty Business Breakthroughs, Shara breaks down the real secret to social media growth that actually gets you bookings (not just likes). Spoiler: it’s not about going viral. Whether you're brand new or feeling burned out trying to "grow fast," this episode will shif…

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From Utility Closet to CEO: How Iysha Built a Beauty Empire One Service at a Time 25:27

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🎧 Episode Description: In this powerful minisode of Beauty Business Breakthroughs, Shara sits down with LUTS Academy alum Iysha Selby—a licensed esthetician whose journey from overwhelmed and underpaid to confident and in-demand will light a fire in anyone sitting on the fence. Iysha shares how she went from working a full-time day job and hustling…

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LLC, DBA, or Trademark? What You Really Need to Protect Your Beauty Business 8:13

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Welcome to another powerful minisode of Beauty Business Breakthroughs, pulled straight from a live hot seat coaching session inside the Scale to 6 Figures Academy. In this episode, we’re getting clear on something that confuses a lot of beauty pros: 💼 Do you actually need to file an LLC? 📛 Should you trademark your business name or logo? 💸 What bus…

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How Murderous Intent Inspired Sue Grafton's Alphabet Mysteries 11:44

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In this episode, you'll discover-- how Sue Grafton's childhood shaped her perspective on family as evidenced in her novels how Grafton's early attempts at novels met with little success how the author honed her storytelling skills writing screenplays for TV movies how her Alphabet series earned an array of awards and worldwide success how the frust…

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From Amazon Supervisor to $15K Months: Ariel’s Leap into the Beauty Industry 37:45

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In this heartfelt minisode of Beauty Business Breakthroughs, Shara sits down with Ariel, a determined entrepreneur from Mississippi who went from managing shifts at Amazon to managing her own med spa—and building a booming six-figure business in the process. Ariel shares: How she self-funded and launched Glitz & Beauty Spa LLC The mindset shift tha…

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Rebranding, Renaming, and Running Ads: A Beauty CEO's Fresh Start 9:37

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In this minisode of Beauty Business Breakthroughs, we’re walking through a real-time coaching session with a beauty pro who's ready to rebrand, expand her services, and finally run the ads she’s been putting off. Whether you're changing your business name, launching new services like lashes, or just need a push to get back into marketing—this episo…

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From Burnout to Breakthrough: How Boundaries & Business Skills Changed Everything 38:31

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What happens when success comes at the cost of your well-being? In this heartfelt and powerful episode of Beauty Business Breakthroughs, we sit down with business strategist and coach Kelly from Walk Like Warriors—a woman who walked away from corporate promotions and burnout to help women entrepreneurs build profitable businesses without sacrificin…

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From Small Town to Scalp Spa Success: How Diana Added $4K/Month in Just 6 Months 24:19

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In this powerful minisode, Shara sits down with Diana, a Luxe Beauty student from a tiny town in Oklahoma who's turning heads—and scalps—with her new head spa services. What started as a dream to bring luxury to her small-town salon has transformed into a booming business that added over $4,000/month in revenue and helped her reclaim her weekends a…

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How to Get Clients Without Ads: The Beauty Pro’s Guide to Booking Out Your Business 48:58

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In this episode of Beauty Business Breakthroughs, Shara breaks down the exact steps to build a fully booked beauty business—whether you're brand new or ready to expand your clientele. From leveraging social media without paid ads, to mastering your booking links, getting real reviews, and building word-of-mouth momentum, she shares the proven strat…

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Branding Your Beauty Biz: One Name, One Page, Big Growth 6:30

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If you’re adding new services and wondering if it’s time to rebrand or split your pages, this episode will save you time, energy, and confusion. Shara coaches Luxe student Carly Rose through a real-life decision many beauty pros face: how to evolve your brand without starting from scratch. In this minisode, you’ll learn: Why managing multiple IG pa…

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From Grief to Growth: How Kimberly is Building a Healing Beauty Business with Purpose 19:18

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In this heartfelt episode of Beauty Business Breakthroughs, Shara sits down with Kimberly, a mother of five and a soon-to-be spa owner in Mississippi who’s turning personal pain into powerful purpose. After losing her mother and husband in the same year, Kimberly made a bold decision: to build a healing-centered med spa that serves everyone—from ch…

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How to Use Paid Ads Strategically to Grow Your Beauty Business 33:24

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In this Luxe minisode, Shara sits down with advertising expert Robert Brill, founder of Brill Media, to demystify the world of paid ads. If you’ve ever felt lost in the world of Facebook, Meta, or Google ads — or unsure if they even work — this episode breaks it all down with clarity and strategy. You’ll learn: What “media buying” really is (and wh…

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Booked & Busy: How to Turn Followers Into Repeat Clients 12:16

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Struggling to turn Instagram interest into consistent bookings? In this episode, Shara coaches a beauty pro through building a real system behind the scenes—so clients don’t just follow, they actually book (and keep coming back). You’ll learn: 🎯 Why segmenting your email list is crucial for growth 🎯 The difference between campaigns and automated fl…

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Michael Connelly--the master storyteller of modern crime novels 12:03

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In this episode, you'll learn-- how Michael Connelly inherited his love of mystery novels from his own mother how the detective stories of Raymond Chandler played a pivotal role in Connelly's path to become a bestselling author of detective stories how a little known event in his youth foreshadowed Connelly's interest in police work of the incredib…

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Real Talk: Building a Beauty Biz Without Burning Out 7:42

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In this Beauty Business Breakthroughs minisode, you’re getting an inside look at a powerful coaching moment inside the Scale to Six Figures Academy. Shara coaches a seasoned massage therapist who's ready to expand into body sculpting—but feeling overwhelmed trying to balance business, certifications, and mom life. If you’ve ever felt stuck between …

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Simplify to Scale: Smart Pricing & Service Packages for Beauty Pros 7:22

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In this Beauty Business Breakthroughs minisode, Shara breaks down one of the most confusing parts of building a beauty business: pricing your services and packaging them with clarity. If you’ve ever second-guessed what to charge—or felt overwhelmed trying to price each service individually—this episode is for you. Shara shares the simple strategy s…

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Sir Ridley Scott, Cinematic Storyteller Genius 11:44

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In this episode, you'll discover-- how Sir Ridley Scott went from advertising mogul to major movie director how even though he ranks among the top grossing directors of all time, he had to wait half his life for his chance to direct a his first major motion picture how so many of his films, which were not appreciated initially, became cult and fan …

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Podlander Drunkcast - Dudelander S7B (Part Two)! 40:01

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Hi, y'all - Let's wrap Dudelander season 7B up with some beef sticks! Here is part two of two, as always, unhinged, drunk, and all over the place. Big shout out to Kevin and Neal! They really don't like the show, but they do love attention. Lots of love - Allison, Julie, Amelia (and the Dudes)By Podlander Presents

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Guilty Pleasures by Laurell K. Hamilton 49:24

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She's Anita, a zombie raising hate crime enthusiast! He's Jean Claude, a vampire who's in the Chamber of Commerce and shops exclusively at International Male! They do not do it until the fifth book! It's Guilty Pleasures, the first Anita Blake: Vampire Hunter book by Laurell K. Hamilton! This was a serious thing for Sara back in college, who is cur…

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Podlander Drunkcast - Dudelander s7B (part one)! 1:16:09

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Hi y'all - You know what everyone needs right about now?? Some fucking Dudelander! Kevin and Neal joined us to chat about Outlander season 7B. As always, not a one of us can shut up! So this is part one of two. Listen in to hear some bits, some ridiculousness and a LOT of tangents. Extra special thanks to our editor, Chris Barrett for making sense …

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Clive Cussler, an adventurer in fiction and real life 12:14

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In this episode you'll learn-- how Clive Cussler turned his love of the sea into best-selling, action-adventure novels how Cussler went from writing award winning ads to bestselling thrillers how Cussler managed "the willing suspension of disbelief" of readers at a level matched by few authors how Cussler's real life adventures were nearly as momen…

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Podlander Drunkcast - S7B Live Show! 1:33:26

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Hi, y'all - On Saturday, February 8, 2025, we performed a most excellent live show at Chicago's finest dive bar, The Oasis Tavern, wrapping up all of our thoughts and feeling about season 7B of Starz's Outlander. True to our brand of professionalism, our recorder did not capture the audio. So...herein you will discover an episode in which, using ou…

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Nora Roberts--the Juggernaut of Romance Fiction 12:55

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In this episode, you'll learn-- how the origin story of the most successful romance writer of all time how Roberts came to author fiction under four different names how Roberts has managed to write and publish more bestsellers than any other author The secret behind Roberts prodigious output of fiction. Check out the backstories you never knew abou…

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NYPL's Best New Romance Books 25:10

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We had a great time sitting down with Grace and Kate from the New York Public Library (as I explained to my husband "the one with the lions") to talk about NYPL's "Best New Romance Books" list of their favorite 2024 romance novels. We talked about everything from Johanna Lindsey cover art to the sad dearth of true pirate romances these days to roma…