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Current Fixation

Current Fixation

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What happens when a couple of nerds with ADHD start a podcast? You get to learn cool stuff! Join hosts Sarah Andrews and Katie Jordan each Tuesday at 9am CST as they discuss their current fixations and special interests, from fun holiday tidbits to the historical macabre. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Timeless Times

Liam Harrison & Chloe Vance

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Get your daily dose of history with The Timeless Times, the podcast that brings you yesterday's news, today. Liam and Chloe will deep dive into the most significant and forgotten stories that happened on this exact date throughout history, giving you a fresh perspective on the world.
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GREAT STORIES about GREAT STORYTELLERS shares insights into storytellers whose names you no doubt recognize—names like Edgar Allen Poe, Steven Spielberg John Grisham and Walt Disney—but reveals the backstories you probably never heard about them. The podcast features different kinds of storytellers—authors, directors, playwrights and even a poet or two. In short 10-15 minutes episodes, this fun and sometimes funny podcast features anecdotes and tidbits about storytellers, with each episode s ...
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The Disney Dish with Jim Hill

Jim Hill Media Podcast Network

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The Disney Dish Podcast with Jim Hill and Len Testa Dive into the fascinating world of Disney with theme park historian Jim Hill and Len Testa as they uncover the stories behind the magic. From breaking news and in-depth analyses to quirky historical tidbits and behind-the-scenes secrets, The Disney Dish offers a unique blend of humor, expertise, and insider knowledge. Whether you're a die-hard Disney fan, a theme park aficionado, or just curious about the history and future of Disney parks ...
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If you are naturally curious, a tad nostalgic, and your range of interests is diverse, then DayStrider is the podcast for you. Wanna satisfy that 'itchy' need to learn but with a 'scratch' that's laid-back and enjoyable? A delightful dose of lighthearted and fun stories about this day in the past will make you feel better, become a bit smarter - and you'll have a handy icebreaker to glide right through any uncomfortable social moments you encounter! Added perk: each day's path varies - but t ...
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Welcome to The Countdown of Monte Cristo, the daily podcast where we break down one of literature’s greatest adventures, bite by bite. For the next four years—yes, you heard that right—host Landen Celano will be reading a passage from Alexandre Dumas’ The Count of Monte Cristo every single day. Each episode offers a short escape into this timeless tale of betrayal, revenge, and redemption, paired with Landen’s reflections, insights, and occasional forays into 19th-century oddities. Never rea ...
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Fireside storytelling of current and historical encounters in an intimate, relaxed setting, offering a greater look “behind the veil” into the lives of modern prophets. These are hosted by Sons of Prophets founder Ricky Brown, who typically has a secret to reveal or tidbit to share in each session.
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T&E Theatre Factory

Travis and Erica

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Listen as we discuss the theatre we see locally in our home state of Rhode Island, on Broadway, and wherever else! Reviews, opinions, historical tidbits and more. And occasional cameos by our gecko, Davey.
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The Old Dingy Jukebox features a wide variety of down home American music styles played from a diverse collection of 78 rpm and 45 rpm records. Each show takes the listener on an aural journey exploring the American musical heritage. The show’s repertoire is deep and wide with an emphasis on early to middle 20th century Americana. Styles played on the show include the blues, jazz, old time string bands, traditional folk music, honky tonk, bluegrass and early country music. Informative, yet e ...
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Valkyries, Say Less

Vanessa & Raina

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🎙️ Valkyries, Say Less Hosted by Vanessa Hutchinson-Szekely & Raina Mast Two former high school/D3 hoopers turned San Francisco moms, teachers, and entrepreneurs (we're tryin!) team up to bring you the podcast you didn’t know you needed — all about our brand-new hometown WNBA heroes: the Golden State Valkyries. We’re here for the vibes, the victories, and whatever’s cooking at concession! Whether you’re a WNBA superfan or just here to figure out which Valkyrie to cheer for, this is your go-t ...
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Lets Get Crackin’

Lets Get Crackin’

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Chiropractic. Physical therapy. Research. All holistic living tips by Dr. Gabe. While, Dr Gabe is JustAChiropractor , he’ll discuss the issues within his community of chiropractors, and the view that society might have on chiropractic. Will also discuss the latest research on Chiropractic and some historical tidbits as well.
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From the terrace to the Theatre of Dreams, Matchday Matinee is a series about cinematic takes on the game we love. Join Adam and Mark as they pick and explore a different film each week, taking a look at some behind-the-scenes tidbits as well as deep dives into the historical context of each film. Follow us on Twitter @MatchdayMatinee!
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The Dr. Joe Show

The Dr. Joe Show

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Are GMO's really dangerous and should we avoid everything BPA? Teflon or stainless steel? Gluten-free, low–carb, or Paleo? Every day we face these types of questions and every day we must make a choice. A choice that comes down to science and what the evidence tells us. Dr. Joe Schwarcz, Director of McGill University's Office for Science & Society, helps us answer these questions with interesting tidbits of information, historical anecdotes, fun factoids, and interviews with the experts. Edu ...
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The Whirlpool of Wisdom

Author Adidas Wilson

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Welcome to "The Whirlpool of Wisdom," your new go-to podcast for the quirkiest, most intriguing tidbits from history, science, pop culture, and beyond. Every episode, we traverse the vast ocean of knowledge to fish out pearls of wisdom, oddities, and awe-inspiring truths. Whether it's the mysterious origins of everyday items, bizarre historical events, or mind-boggling scientific revelations, "The Whirlpool of Wisdom" is here to quench your thirst for knowledge. Perfect for trivia buffs, cur ...
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Welcome to TheBapa Show, the ultimate podcast for curious minds! Join your host, Bapa (Me), on a fascinating journey through the world of intriguing facts, hidden gems, and the inner workings of everything around us. Whether you're a knowledge enthusiast or just love discovering something new, TheBapa Show has something for everyone. In each episode, We will dive into captivating topics that span a wide range of interests. From the science behind everyday phenomena to little-known historical ...
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Jim wraps up the story of Raglan Road and explains how one Irish pub helped inspire the full transformation of Pleasure Island into today’s Disney Springs. Along the way, Len kicks off No Negative November and the crew answers listener trip-planning questions with their best “only happy thoughts” energy. The origins of Raglan Road and how authentic…
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The road leads Edmond to a lonely inn by the Rhône. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 26, Dumas paints a vivid picture of the Pont du Gard Inn, a shabby outpost between Beaucaire and Bellegarde. Its tin sign creaks in the wind, its garden is little more than a patch of garlic and dying fig-trees, and its setting lies under the constant scourge …
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What if the craziest bet you could make turned out to be the smartest move ever? October 26th is packed with gambles that seemed absolutely insane at the time - but changed everything forever. From a nobody director making an illegal guerrilla film with a bodybuilder who could barely speak English to a struggling shoe company betting half a million…
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Edmond returns in secret, but his presence leaves a trail of wonder. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 25, Dantès — under the name Lord Wilmore — purchases outright the house where his father once lived, paying far more than its value to reclaim the place of his memories. He then seeks news of Caderousse and visits the Catalan village, where he…
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The house of his father holds only absence. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 25, Edmond insists on seeing the small upper rooms where his father once lived. Now occupied by a newly married couple, the chambers are stripped of every trace of the past — new wallpaper, new furniture, new life. Only the bare walls remain. Yet the bed sits where it…
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Every step in Marseilles brings Edmond closer to grief and memory. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 25, a simple act of generosity becomes a test of honesty when a sailor returns the double Napoleon Edmond had given him by mistake. Rewarding the man with even more, Dantès continues into the city, each familiar street reopening old wounds. At l…
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After years of absence, Edmond walks once more on the streets of Marseilles. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 25, Dantès sails boldly into the harbor under an English passport and secures his landing without suspicion. His first test comes quickly: meeting a sailor from the Pharaon, one of his old shipmates. Speaking freely, Edmond probes the …
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Wealth secured, Edmond turns back toward the world — only to face sorrow. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 25, Dantès returns to Monte Cristo, transfers his treasure into secret compartments aboard his yacht, and masters the vessel as if it were a living creature. A week later Jacopo arrives, bearing tragic news: Edmond’s father is dead, and M…
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Some people live life, and some people LIVE life. Renowned writer O. Henry (William Sydney Porter) was one of those people. In this episode, fellow Renaissance person Sarah infodumps about: The wild ride that was O. Henry’s life before he settled into writing Austin’s O. Henry museum and Pun Off Competition How his legacy lives on and encourages li…
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I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Mel Pennant. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, A Murder for Miss Hortense. A retired nurse, fearless sleuth, and proud Jamaican émigré Miss Hortense is drawn back into the secrets of her British community when a man is found dead in a friend’s home, forcing her to confron…
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A vessel fit for a hidden fortune. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 25, Edmond commissions secret compartments in his new yacht, designed to conceal three divisions known only to him. The next day he sails from Genoa under the guise of a rich Spanish nobleman who prefers to command his own vessel. Crowds gather in admiration as the yacht answe…
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This week, Jim Hill and Len Testa discuss Disney’s newest attraction update — Soarin’ Across America, debuting at EPCOT and Disney California Adventure in 2026 — and what it means for the company’s strategy ahead of the U.S. 250th anniversary. They also break down the just-released TEA Global Attendance Report and what the latest theme park numbers…
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Edmond begins to shape his new life. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 25, Dantès parts from La Jeune Amélie with generous gifts that secure the goodwill of her crew, then watches Jacopo sail for Marseilles with instructions to meet him again at Monte Cristo. Traveling on to Genoa, Edmond seizes opportunity: a yacht, built for an Englishman, be…
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Wealth begins to change hands. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 25, Edmond discreetly sells four small diamonds in Leghorn, netting twenty thousand francs. The next day, he astonishes Jacopo with a brand new vessel and a gift of one hundred piastres — on the condition that Jacopo sail to Marseilles to inquire after Edmond’s father and Mercédès…
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Six days later, La Jeune Amélie returns. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 25, Edmond plays the part of a wounded man, feigning weakness as the smugglers recount their narrow escape from a guard-ship. They regret his absence and the fifty piastres profit he might have earned, but Dantès, secretly heir to untold millions, conceals even the faint…
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Day breaks over Monte Cristo, and with it begins Edmond’s transformation. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 25, Dantès conceals the treasure with painstaking care — restoring the cavern and hillside until they appear untouched by human hands. But he cannot remain a dragon hoarding in solitude. His heart burns to rejoin mankind, to wield the ran…
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Ecstasy, terror, and gratitude overwhelm the new heir of Spada’s fortune. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 24, Edmond staggers between disbelief and frenzy, frightening the goats of Monte Cristo with his wild cries before falling to his knees in prayer. At last he begins to measure his fortune: gold ingots, crowns bearing the effigy of Alexand…
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The moment of revelation arrives. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 24, Edmond bursts open the chest sealed for centuries and beholds its wonders: heaps of golden coin, heavy bars of unpolished gold, and cascades of diamonds, rubies, and pearls that clatter like hail in his hands. Frenzied with amazement, Dantès rushes through the grotto and on…
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If I told you your home was your first place and work was your second, what would your third place be? A cafe? A public library? Somewhere outside or inside? Join your hosts as they discuss the global significance of third spaces. Jumping between historical precedent, pandemic based shifts in the modern way we engage in community, and our dreams of…
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I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author J.E. Weiner. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, The Wretched and Undone. On the eve of the Civil War, Polish immigrants Marcin and Agnieszka Anderwald arrive in Bandera, Texas, seeking a fresh start in a new land of fertile soil and freedom. But their dreams quickly become …
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At last, the moment of truth. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 24, Dantès digs into the farthest corner of the second grotto, and his pickaxe strikes against wood and iron. With torchlight he clears the earth to reveal a massive oaken coffer, bound in steel and bearing a silver plate engraved with the arms of the Spada family. After years of h…
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Send us a text This episode is our last episode of this year's historical inaugural season for the Golden State Valkyries. We're gonna talk about so many things...where the players are going in the off season, the CBA negotiations, how to watch overseas games AND we're highlighting Kaitlyn Chen, our incredible rookie who was on the team, then off a…
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This week, Len and Jim welcome Dr. Jill Peterfeso from Guilford College to talk about her new book Why the Magic Matters: Discovering Disney as a Laboratory for Learning. The conversation explores how Disney is studied in college classrooms, how its mix of “magic and strategy” reveals deeper lessons about creativity and culture, and why professors …
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Proof grows stronger, yet Edmond nearly faints under the weight of hope and fear. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 24, Dantès forces himself onward, prying loose the carefully disguised stones to reveal a hidden chamber. At last he enters the second grotto — a low, gloomy space, heavy with stale air. His eyes adjust, but the darkness yields no…
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The cardinal’s words echo in Edmond’s memory: “In the farthest angle of the second opening.” In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 24, Dantès realizes he has only uncovered the first grotto and resumes his search. At last, a hollow sound answers his pickaxe. Chipping away the surface, he discovers the wall is only stucco, painted to resemble granit…
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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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At the edge of despair, Dantès decides to descend. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 24, Edmond steels himself, imagining Borgia’s hand upon the same steps centuries before. He braces for darkness — but instead finds a cavern shimmering with dim blue light and walls of glittering granite. Smiling bitterly, he thinks these must be the only treas…
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With a final heave, Dantès topples the massive rock into the sea. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 24, he discovers beneath it an iron ring set into a flagstone — the entrance to a hidden grotto. Yet even as he pries it open and reveals steps vanishing into darkness, Edmond hesitates. Fear and doubt strike him: what if Faria’s dream was nothin…
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At last, the secret yields to Edmond’s hand. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 24, Dantès uncovers the artifice that held the circular rock in place. Unable to move it with strength alone, he turns to powder and fire. The explosion shatters the wedge stone and lifts the rock, sending a snake slithering from the darkness like a guardian spirit. …
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Reassured by the sight of departing sails, Dantès turns his attention back to the island itself. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 24, he follows the faint marks toward a secluded creek, hidden like a secret harbor, and imagines how Cardinal Spada might have concealed both his boat and his treasure. Returning to the great circular rock, Edmond …
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Alone at last, Dantès stands beneath the burning midday sun on Monte Cristo. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 24, he feels the eerie sensation of being watched, even in solitude. Gun in hand, he climbs to the highest rock to survey the horizon — not gazing at Corsica, Sardinia, or Elba, but fixed on the departing ships that had left him free t…
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Sometimes Reddit happens and you scrap an episode in the middle of research to Charlie Day yourself down a rabbit hole of historical domino effects. In this episode, Reddit-rabbitholer Sarah infodumps about: How King George III led to the hit sensation known as 50 Shades of Grey Bonus stories about other historical domino effects Troubles in podcas…
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I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author Virginia Heath. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, Look Before You Leap. In this Regency romantic comedy, a single lord is forced to settle down...and when a houseparty brings a happy-go-lucky lady's companion his way, his grumpy heart is unexpectedly warmed. Paired with th…
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Jim Hill and Len Testa uncover how a single Irish pub reshaped Disney Springs. From the forgotten Pleasure Island Jazz Company to the birth of Raglan Road, this episode reveals how one restaurant sparked a renaissance in Disney dining. Plus, the guys tackle Disney’s latest round of price increases, Universal’s updated safety policies, and a listene…
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The ruse complete, Dantès watches the smugglers sail away—his feigned weakness leaving him “abandoned” on Monte Cristo. Alone at last, he lets slip a smile: among hardened men of contraband, he has found loyalty and kindness. But the charade is over. Rising with sudden strength, more agile than a wild kid leaping among the myrtles, he seizes his gu…
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Dantès’ feigned injury deepens, his cries of pain convincing even the strict patron of La Jeune Amélie to consider breaking his rule of never delaying a voyage. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 23, Edmond insists he be left behind with food, weapons, and tools, declaring that death on the island is preferable to the agony of movement. The crew…
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Edmond’s search for the treasure takes a sudden turn. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 23, while bounding across the rocks toward his comrades, Dantès slips and falls heavily down a slope. Found bleeding and in pain, he insists on being left to rest while the sailors eat. Alone again, his body weakened but his mind resolute, Edmond presses him…
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Exploring Monte Cristo alone, Dantès follows a narrow cleft carved by a torrent, searching for the grottos of legend. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 23, he discovers faint marks scratched into stone, hidden under moss and myrtle, and dares to believe they were left as guides by Cardinal Spada himself. But the trail ends abruptly at a great r…
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Feigning a hunting trip, Dantès sends Jacopo back to the crew and climbs alone into the heights of Monte Cristo. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 23, Edmond gazes down on the smugglers below, reflecting that their small fortunes, soon squandered, mean nothing beside the treasure he seeks. Once content with liberty alone, he now craves wealth w…
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Have you ever drawn a connection in your mind between a seemingly unrelated cause and effect and just knew there was more to the story than meets the eye? Join us on the journey to explore the impact of livestock anti-inflammatories on the death rituals of a specific religious group. In this week’s episode, play along as puzzle-brained Katie infodu…
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I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author E. Elizabeth Watson. On this episode we’re going to talk about her book, Outlaw Ever After. Set against the backdrop of clan rivalries in medieval Scotland, the novel follows Peigi Grant and Alexander Comyn as secrets from a bloody wedding resurface fourteen years later. Betrayal, stolen la…
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This week, Jim Hill and Len Testa dig into one of the most unexpectedly heartwarming stories in Disney history, the rise (and fall) of Push, the talking trash can who stole hearts in Tomorrowland. From his humble garage-built beginnings to his mysterious disappearance in 2014, Jim reveals how a simple rolling robot outlasted most of Disney’s high-t…
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Dantès’ command of the crew grows so complete that even the old patron yields to him. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 23, Edmond takes the helm through the night, guiding the vessel beneath the stars with Monte Cristo rising on the horizon. Alone at sea, his thoughts crowd the silence — dreams of treasure, vengeance, and freedom keeping him a…
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At last, fortune brings Edmond the chance to set foot on Monte Cristo without suspicion. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 23, Dantès spends a restless night filled with dazzling dreams of treasure turning to dust. By day, he steadies his mind and begins to form a clear plan. On board, his growing authority makes him a leader among the smuggler…
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Opportunity at last: during a smugglers’ meeting in Leghorn, the patron of La Jeune Amélie proposes Monte Cristo as the perfect neutral ground for their next landing. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 22, Edmond hides his joy as the plan is accepted. By the following night, they will sail for the deserted island — and for Edmond, the chance to …
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On long days at sea, Dantès becomes to Jacopo what Faria had been to him — a teacher. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 22, he teaches his Corsican companion the language of the stars and the secrets of navigation, while quietly preparing for his own future. Passing Monte Cristo again and again without a chance to land, Edmond resolves that whe…
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A skirmish with customs officers leaves one dead and two smugglers wounded — Dantès among them. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 22, Edmond embraces danger and injury as harsh lessons for the path ahead, feeling his heart harden as pity slips away. Jacopo rushes to his aid with sincere devotion, deepening the quiet bond between them. ⸻ New to …
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Dantès reminds himself that he has learned to wait — liberty itself was worth fourteen years, and wealth can wait longer if need be. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 22, Monte Cristo fades from sight while the smugglers complete a smooth Corsican landing, divide their profits, and prepare for another voyage. Edmond watches, patient and observa…
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