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Done & Dunne

Hemlock Creatives

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A podcast exploring writer Dominick Dunne's quest for justice amidst his incisive commentary of the high society set. Alicia (Trashy Divorces) leads a far ranging romp through the novels and Vanity Fair columns of one of the 20th century’s most unforgettable literary contributors. Covering courthouses and country clubs, Dunne’s voice was one for the ages, and Done & Dunne ensures that voice can continue to resonate with audiences today.
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Compulsive Reader's author interviews, book chat, literary discussions, readings and more. It's an audio haven for book lovers! Recent and upcoming guests include Terry Denton, Marion Halligan, Sir Ken Robinson, Emily Ballou, Sofie Laguna, Matthew Riley, John Banville, Felicity Plunkett, Mark Coker, Peter Bowerman, Eric Maisel, Ramona Koval, Tim Flannery, Carl Zimmer, Gail Jones, Jane Smiley, Frank Delaney, Ben Okri, and many more.
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Whether you’re just beginning to explore the Western United States or you’ve been living here since the day you were born, the Via Podcast will introduce you to new and unique adventures that will change your perspective. Hosts Mitti Hicks and Michelle Donati bring their travel expertise to interviews with some of the West’s most fascinating experts, residents, and adventurers. In each episode, you will discover deep conversations in the hopes of igniting a new interest—foraging anyone?—or p ...
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Was the name signed to the world's most famous plays and poems a pseudonym? Was the man from Stratford that history attributed the work to even capable of writing them? Join Theatrical Actor/Writer/Director and Shakespeare connoisseur Steven Sabel as he welcomes a variety of guests to explore literary history's greatest mystery… Who was the writer behind the pen name "William Shakespeare?" Part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network.
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The Plot With A Twist

Burning Hallows Productions

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Roe and Allorah are two vivacious bibliomaniacs of the feminine variety who love nothing more than a good book, a great cocktail, and chatting all literary things savvy, smutty and sassy in the fantasy, romance, YA, and thriller genre. The content of our bookish podcasts cover everything from genres, tropes, book reviews, book events, author interviews, weekly cocktail recipes and more!
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Redhawk Publications is an artistic initiative of the Catawba Valley Community College, publishing written works of interest for the local community, the state of North Carolina as well the entire United States. Established in 2017, CVCC is the only North Carolina community college with a publishing division and has over 75 unique titles.The podcast, “RedPubPod” acts as a companion to the works of our authors. Be sure to check out the podcast and subscribe so that you can hear author intervi ...
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Brave New Bookshelf

Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite

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Are you intrigued by the fusion of technology and creativity? Does the potential of AI in reshaping the narrative of storytelling fascinate you? Then Brave New Bookshelf is just the podcast for you! Hosted by authors Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite, each episode takes you on a journey through the dynamic intersection of AI and literature. From the way AI is revolutionizing the creative process of writing and publishing, to its ethical use in augmenting the human touch in storytelling, our ...
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Formerly afikra's Book Club, this podcast series calls on anyone who is interested in literature from the Arab world to spend time reading along with the entire afikra community and discover some of the best books and writers that came out of the region. We interview Arab authors about books they’ve written in Arabic or English (and sometimes French), and non-Arab authors who have written extensively about the region, delving into their literary journey until present day. We also invite book ...
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The Big Book Project is a multi-venue reading experience for bibliophiles fascinated by long or dense works of fiction and interested in discussing them with others, one novel at a time. The works selected will be capacious novels from the mid-nineteenth century through today that possess an abundant writing style or complexity in structure and themes. The notion that reading need not be a solitary activity has special resonance with these novels given that there is much to discuss, elaborat ...
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Ramis Books Library

Ramis Parambath

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**Ramis : A Fusion of Management and Wisdom** 📚 **Bio:** Ramis is a dynamic Management Professional, equipped with a background in Engineering and Project Management. Beyond the boardroom, he dives into the world of knowledge and introspection, with a passion for reading and sharing insights from the best non-fiction books. On his channel, he explores diverse realms such as Personal Development, Spirituality, Technology, Science, Politics, Health and Wellness, Philosophy, and more. The journ ...
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Welcome to The Publishing Performance Show, the quintessential podcast for both budding and veteran self-published authors! Join your host, Teddy, as he sits down with with successful indie authors and top experts in the publishing world, who generously share their unique journeys, creative inspirations, and future aspirations in their writing careers and the wider industry. Immerse yourself in a trove of valuable insights and actionable advice on writing, essential tools, and practical tips ...
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Litquake is San Francisco's nine-day literary festival for booklovers, complete with cutting-edge panel discussions, unique cross-media events, and hundreds of readings. Litquake's Lit Cast is our selection of live recordings from the "Epicenter", a monthly series which embraces a theater of ideas between writers and readers.
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Modern Mind, Ancient Book

Roger Ferguson, Host and Biblical Scholar

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Welcome to Modern Mind, Ancient Book, a podcast that bridges the past and the present. Join us as we delve into the rich stories, philosophies, and cultural contexts of books from the Bible. Learn with us the mystery of how the Bible can still speak to us today. This podcast is crafted for seekers of wisdom, knowledge, truth, and the secrets of God. Modern Mind, Ancient Book offers a journey into the past with a fresh, modern perspective finding meaning in ancient valuable literary masterpie ...
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An exciting new podcast by Marc Eliot Stein of Literary Kicks. Why is opera relevant today? This sometimes-lost art form hides a fascinating, vibrant world. In our first episode, we discuss whether Verdi's Otello is better than Shakespeare's Othello, whether Othello had PTSD, and what it means that Mozart's Le Nozze di Figaro is an Italian opera by a German Austrian and a Venetian Jew based on a French play that takes place in Spain. Welcome to the first episode of Lost Music: Exploring Lite ...
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The Proceedings Podcast

U.S. Naval Institute

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The Naval Institute is a private, not-for-profit educational institution whose mission is to provide an independent forum for those who dare to read, think, speak, and write to advance the professional, literary, and scientific understanding of sea power and other issues critical to global security. Every week on the Proceedings Podcast, the Naval Institute's Director of Outreach, Ward Carroll, and the Editor-in-Chief of Proceedings, Bill Hamblet, talk about what's happening in the Sea Servi ...
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Sticky Notes is a classical music podcast for everyone, whether you are just getting interested in classical music for the first time, or if you've been listening to it and loving it all your life. Interviews with great artists, in depth looks at pieces in the repertoire, and both basic and deep dives into every era of music. Classical music is absolutely for everyone, so let's start listening! Note - Seasons 1-5 will be returning over the next year. They have been taken down in order to be ...
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Best Book Forward

Helen Gambarota

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Have you ever wondered which books shaped your favourite authors? Best Book Forward is the bookish podcast for avid readers where we delve into the lives of your favourite authors and discover the books that have shaped their lives. Prepare for surprising picks, heartwarming stories, and the ultimate literary dilemma: "If you could only read one again, which would it be?" Warning: This podcast may lead to an uncontrollable urge to expand your TBR pile. Ready to discover your next literary ob ...
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Welcome to The Jimivision Podcast! I'm Jimmy Cooper, and I am thrilled to be your guide on this journey of exploring and deepening our Christian walk together. In each episode, we'll embark on a meaningful exploration of the timeless truths found in the Bible, tackling relevant topics that resonate with our daily lives. Whether you're a seasoned believer, a seeker, or just curious about the Christian faith, this podcast is a place for you. Expect engaging discussions, thought-provoking inter ...
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A podcast designed for A-Level English Literature students, teachers, and enthusiasts who want to go deeper than revision guides. Each episode takes a fresh look at core texts, themes, and exam strategies. You’ll hear clear breakdowns of key passages, literary devices, and critical perspectives, along with practical tips for essay writing and analysis. Episodes also explore how classic and modern texts connect to wider ideas — history, philosophy, politics, and culture — helping students bui ...
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Bold & Creative: Exploring Stories

Metropolis bleu | Blue Metropolis

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In this series, we wanted to explore into the corners of literary worlds, how new practices of writing and publishing are evolving and intersecting. How do writers, publishers, bookstores, readers build and sustain nurturing relationships? How do we adapt to rapidly shifting political contexts, rising costs, supply chain issues, new platforms? Where are the enduring – and new – spaces in which literary community can flourish? Join us for rich, considered, exploratory, unexpected discussions ...
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On the Road with Penguin Classics

Penguin Random House UK

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On the Road with Penguin Classics is a podcast that takes a stroll around the world's favourite books. In each episode, author and editor Henry Eliot travels to a different literary location to explore a brilliant book in the company of a remarkable reader. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Escapades in Mind-Expansion and Cultural Misadventures. Mindrolling Podcast is about coming unstuck and the recent history of awoken awareness. It’s about the intersection of culture, consciousness and realization with Raghu Markus.
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Once Upon a Storytime Podcast

Once Upon a Printable

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Inspired by the teachings of Charlotte Mason and the belief that "education is a lifestyle," we invite you to explore the world of classic literature, one chapter at a time. Each episode features captivating read-alouds of living books that bring timeless stories to life. Tailored for educators, parents, and home educators, our podcast celebrates the art of storytelling and the profound impact of a rich literary education. Embark on a journey of learning and inspiration with us, where every ...
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The Pantscast

Adam Robinson

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We've been told about the importance of books since we were children—they can take you anywhere—but are they fundamentally more impactful than any other cultural production? The Pantscast, from RealPants.com, is a slow, long-term exploration of the real value of books. Through conversations with writers, we approach this question indirectly. And each episode starts with a joke.
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Beyond the Pen

Maccabee and Chelsea

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In essence, Beyond the Pen is your gateway to the fascinating world hidden within the pages of an author's book. Think of it as a deep dive into the intricate tapestry of literary works, where we unravel the profound themes and complicated messages interwoven within the text. Our podcast is a literary journey that leads you through the imaginative minds of some of today's most captivating yet undiscovered authors. Every week, we're joined by a new guest for an intimate one-on-one interview, ...
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The Qandy Shoppe

Qandy Shoppe Studios, Daqota

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Where Fantasy Meets Desire Step through our velvet curtains into a world where your deepest fantasies come alive. Welcome to The Qandy Shoppe, an exclusive boutique of erotic storytelling crafted for the sophisticated listener. This is where passion meets artistry, where desire is explored with elegance, and where your most intimate cravings find their voice. What awaits behind our doors: Sensual storytelling that ignites the imagination and awakens the senses Intimate narratives exploring t ...
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Page Count

Ohio Center for the Book

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Page Count, presented by the Ohio Center for the Book at Cleveland Public Library, features interviews with authors, librarians, booksellers, illustrators, publishing professionals, and literary advocates in and from the state of Ohio.
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Elm City LIT Fest

Baobab Tree Studios, Inc.

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Join us in a conversation with the creators in the exploration and celebration of the literature and culture of people of the African Diaspora. Check out the video on Youtube @https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaGNhdO5QdvSyH5rVXYjApLZA3Vpuyg2M
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Wisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston Podcast

Bishop, W. F. Houston, Jr, - Theological Educator & Spiritual Inspirationalist

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Welcome to "Wisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston," a podcast that seeks to bridge the gap between ancient biblical wisdom and modern theological inquiry. Hosted by Bishop W. F. Houston Jr., each episode is a spiritual journey through the rich landscape of Christian thought and practice. Bishop Houston, with his expository, philosophical, and culturally relevant approach, delves into the sacred texts, bringing them to life with insightful interpretations and introspective reflections. This ...
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Welcome to Deepdive FM: Stories Reimagined, where we embark on magical journeys through the classic tales that shaped our childhoods—seen through the lens of adult reflection and insight. Each episode explores beloved stories like The Little Prince and Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, diving deep into their timeless themes of innocence, identity, imagination, and the complexities of life. Through thought-provoking discussions, we uncover the wisdom hidden in the whimsical worlds of childhoo ...
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AP Taylor Swift

AP Taylor Swift Podcast

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Welcome to AP Taylor Swift Podcast, the show for Swifties who love to overanalyze lyrics! Join hosts Maansi Dommeti, Jenn Holcomb, and Jodi Innerfield as they delve into Taylor Swift’s music to uncover the literary devices, themes, and inspirations that make her songs resonate with millions of fans. From Shakespeare to feminist theory, we explore the academic side of Taylor’s songwriting, no English degree required, just curiosity. New episodes weekly. Subscribe for updates: aptaylorswift.su ...
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The Bhagavata Podcast

The Bhagavata Podcast

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The Bhagavata Podcast invites listeners on an engaging journey through the Bhagavata Purana, more commonly known as the Srimad Bhagavatam. Each episode features conversations between scholars, many of whom are also practitioners, as they reflect on and analyze a chapter of this text together. The podcast offers a unique blend of academic rigor and personal insight, providing fresh perspectives that illuminate the beauty and uniqueness of the Bhagavatam. In each episode, host Dr. Måns Broo, a ...
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The Slant Podcast

Dana Tai Soon Burgess

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Introducing The Slant Podcast. Hosted by Dana Tai Soon Burgess, the first choreographer in residence at the Smithsonian, this podcast is an ongoing conversation about art, culture, and belonging in the Asian American experience. Joined by leading voices in the American and International arts, literary, and activism community, this podcast hopes to create a place of generational mentorship, healing, and community—through storytelling.
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Bibliomania

Auburn R. Meisner

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Make excellent book choices with your precious time. I’m your host, Auburn, LCSW, CST. Bilbliomania was created on a mission to help people optimize their limited time by filtering out the most remarkable books in a particular field of interest. Join me as I examine the most essential literary works in the fields of health, sexuality, relationship, communication, spirituality and more.You will hear in depth conversations with the authors of my favorite books. This podcast will invite listene ...
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An accused witch is banished from her home in Portland, Maine. A young socialite in New Orleans dabbles in magic to get rid of a rival. An acrobat in a traveling circus learns her greatest enemy lives in the mirror. An Irish immigrant may have brought malevolent faeries with her to the New World. A lumberjack in the Pacific Northwest suspects a monster lurks behind the enormous trees. A Colorado gold miner finds himself trapped in the bowels of the earth, no matter how many times he tries to ...
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Best Book Breakdown

Best Book Breakdown

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Welcome to Best Book Breakdown, the podcast that breaks down the bestseller books you need to read! If you love the idea of reading all the latest bestsellers but simply don't have the time, then this podcast is perfect for you. Each episode, we'll provide you with a comprehensive summary of a popular book that has made it onto the bestseller lists. We'll cover everything from plot and character development to key themes and takeaways, giving you all the information you need to know in a con ...
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Storytelling and the Writing Craft with Sergio Troncoso are discussions, readings and interviews by the author of Nobody's Pilgrims, A Peculiar Kind of Immigrant's Son, and as editor Nepantla Familias: An Anthology of Mexican American Literature on Families in between Worlds. A Fulbright scholar and past president of the Texas Institute of Letters, Troncoso has been inducted into the Texas Literary Hall of Fame. He teaches at the Yale Writers' Workshop.
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Archetypes and the Planets

Béa Gonzalez & Jenny Montgomery

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Join Jenny Montgomery and Béa Gonzalez for an in-depth exploration of planetary archetypes. Humans have forever projected their longing, psychology, and religions onto the sky. The podcast weaves together elements from astronomy, mythology, psychology and literature through the vehicle of the planets. Is this the mother mythology? Join us and begin to make connections for yourself.
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Welcome to Gothic Land

Alice in Gothic Land

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“Welcome to Gothic Land” is a video podcast created by Alice in Gothic Land. It is a place where we analyse the psychology behind Gothic productions and elements so we can find our balance. I help you find balance in the transitional through the analysis of literary productions, TV shows, songs and other artistic representations. In other words, the analysis of Gothic psychology.
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"Music expresses that which cannot be said and on which it is impossible to be silent." - Victor Hugo Music influences culture, inspires companionship, and creates tension. To love music is to eternally welcome it into your heart like a significant other. Often compelling, occasionally frustrating, yet forever entwined with your heart. The Keep Calm and Rock On Podcast has launched to provide a roundtable-type platform to discuss the way rock and roll and popular music has moved people for t ...
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The Women Are Plotting

Jane Gari, Etienne Rose Olivier, Heidi Willis

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Do you know how to use a rotary phone? Worry about how much Aquanet you inhaled as a teen? Wonder about the creative worlds of writers? Believe belly laughs make the best ab workouts? Seek answers to the mysteries of menopause? Then welcome to The Women Are Plotting -- a new podcast that allows a peek into the unfiltered minds of three Gen X writers. Give us a listen. And if you like what you hear, tell your friends. If you have a story or an idea you'd like to share, we'd love to hear from ...
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Your Business Story

Kristin N. Spencer

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Are you tired of crazy fill-in-the-blank forms and avatar worksheets that don’t get you any closer to connecting with your dream clients? Don’t worry. With my proven and repeatable methods, I help business owners create consistent messaging by using their most powerful but also most underestimated resources: their personal stories. My name is Kristin Spencer, and I’m the Lead Writer and Content Creator at Literary Symmetry, a copywriting and ghostwriting agency that I founded when I couldn’t ...
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Send us a text "I want to corrupt you, claim you, make you mine in every way that matters. And I want you to destroy me for it." Ophelia possesses a cursed gift—she sees death with every touch. When haunting dreams of a mysterious stranger named Adrian Seravelle begin consuming her nights, she's drawn to a masquerade at his Venetian palazzo. There …
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Author Jason Parker and editor Tom Rash drop by the RedPubPod studio to dive into PROSECUTOR BOY, Jason’s memoir! What follows is a laid-back, insightful, and often hilarious conversation. Redhawk Publications hosts Patty Thompson and Richard Eller, who are in their element, riffing with Jason and his editor not only about the ups and downs of the …
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Offering a perspective of hope and unity, Danny Goldberg and Raghu Markus explore morality, polarization, and how negative media drives collective anxiety. Pre-order Danny’s upcoming book, Liberals with Attitude: The Rodney King Beating and the Fight for the Soul of Los Angeles This time on Mindrolling, Raghu and Danny discuss: The uproar surroundi…
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🔥 In this episode of "Typology in the Bible," we delve into the profound biblical theme of dry land as a symbol of order emerging from chaos, examining key Genesis passages and their typological significance throughout Scripture. We journey from the Spirit of God hovering over the chaotic waters in creation to dry land appearing as a sign of divine…
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Remember when coming home meant fumbling with a key on a chain around your neck, dropping your backpack, and turning on the TV before your parents got home from work? The Women Are Plotting podcast takes us back to those formative years when television wasn't just entertainment—it was our babysitter, teacher, and window to the world. As self-descri…
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Explore the profound themes of loneliness, love, and cultural conflict in Kiran Desai's *The Loneliness of Sunny and Sonia*. Discover how the struggles of two young immigrants reflect the universal quest for identity and belonging, bridging the gap between generations. Tune in to gain insights that resonate deeply with anyone navigating the complex…
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In this captivating episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite are joined by Michael Evans, the visionary founder of Creatorwood, a pioneering platform that transforms books into movies using AI. Michael shares his journey from a YouTube enthusiast to a key player in AI-driven storytelling, revealing how Creatorwood's i…
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One of my favorite things about having Patreon sponsors is that they often suggest the most fascinating pieces and topics for shows. Adrian, who sponsored a show last year, gave me one of my favorite prompts when he suggested looking at works based on literature. Now he’s sponsored another episode, this time with an equally compelling idea that I w…
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Cathy Lewis is the president of C.S. Lewis Publicists, a boutique publicity firm that has been specializing in nonfiction book promotion for 26 years. With seven years of prior experience in traditional publishing, Cathy brings deep industry knowledge to helping authors navigate the dramatically changed media landscape. Her firm has worked with bes…
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Discover the heartwarming journey of "Remarkably Bright Creatures," where a lonely widow and a brilliant octopus form an unexpected bond that transforms their lives. Learn how this touching story explores themes of grief, connection, and the power of empathy across species. Tune in now for a tale that will inspire and uplift!…
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"Nice to meet you, where you been? I could show you incredible things..." In this deep dive episode, we dissect one of Taylor Swift's most iconic satirical masterpieces. From the enchanted references that bookend her career to the Shakespeare allusions hidden in plain sight, we explore how "Blank Space" operates as both brilliant satire and surpris…
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Alicia climbs on her literary soapbox in this episode, the last to cover in our Big Four Spiderwebs episodes. Ginevra King was F. Scott’s Fitzgerald’s first love, and oh my – did she stick to his heart and writing for years, also with a little plagiarism too. This one is a literary spiderweb that Alicia will always be mad about and sheds additional…
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If you like golf, this is definitely the episode of The Big Four for you! Edith Cummings is the gal in our spotlight in this episode, and she led quite a life. Edith was one of the premier amateur golfers during the Jazz Age popularly known as the Fairway Flapper. Not only that, but Edith Cummings was also the inspiration for the character Jordan B…
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Listeners, you’re about to slip through a portal to arrive at the 2025 Columbus Book Festival, where Megan Giddings, Ruben Reyes Jr., and Edward Underhill discussed the ins and outs of speculative fiction: why they write it, why they love it, and the challenges and opportunities the genre presents. We’ve got mysterious doors opening to unknown land…
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Gillian Harvey is a successful author of women's fiction with nine published books, including the bestselling "The Year in the French Farmhouse" and "The Bordeaux Book Club." Living in France for many years before recently returning to the UK, she brings authentic French culture and experiences to her novels. Her latest book "The Little Provence Bo…
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Holy cats! In this episode we meet the second of our Big Four, Courtney Louise Letts. Courtney was beautiful, glamorous and voted one of the world’s best dressed women. Courtney was also married four times, with some distinguished husbands including explorer John Borden and international diplomat Felipe de Espil. Her story includes way more than fa…
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Send us a text Most sermons begin in Matthew or in the Gospels, but few ever pause to explore the watershed centuries between Malachi and the first writings of the New Testament such as Galatians. This mysterious era — the Intertestamental Period — is packed with transformation: Greek rulers, Hellenistic culture, political power struggles, the grow…
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In a departure from Newport this week, we are taking a detour to Lake Forest, Illinois to discover The Big Four. The Big Four was a Girl Gang unlike any other. These daughters of privilege are Margaret Carry, Courtney Letts, Edith Cummings, and Ginevra King, and each has her own special story. Today, we explore the origins of this quartet of lifelo…
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Send us a text When humanity falls under vampire rule, resistance leader Isolde Black makes the ultimate sacrifice to save her people—entering a blood oath marriage with Lord Lucian Aramis, the powerful vampire lord. What begins as a political alliance between enemies becomes something far more complex as Isolde navigates the treacherous vampire co…
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Holding grief alongside wise teachings on death, Jaymee Carpenter and Raghu Markus discuss the great loss of Lady Diana J. Mukpo, wife of Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche. Listen to Jaymee’s interview with Lady Diana J. Mukpo HERE This week on Mindrolling, Raghu and Jaymee chat about: Remembering Lady Diana J. Mukpo, the wife of Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche, t…
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This week on The Big Book Project I’m joined by Nick During, publicist at New York Review Books, for a deep dive into Henrik Pontoppidan’s monumental novel A Fortunate Man translated by Paul Larkin. Pontoppidan, who won the 1917 Nobel Prize in Literature, gives us one of the great portraits of ambition, love, and disillusionment at the turn of the …
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Steven welcomes Amanda Eliasch to this episode to discuss her new documentary about Edward de Vere as the author of the works of Shakespeare. "The Truth Will Out." Support the show by picking up official Don't Quill the Messenger merchandise at www.dontquillthepodcast.com and becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/dontquillthemessenger Made po…
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On October 25th, 2023, writer Omar El Akkad wrote a tweet about Palestine: “One day, when it's safe, when there's no personal downside to calling a thing what it is, when it's too late to hold anyone accountable, everyone will have always been against this.” The narratives about victims and victimizers were already so disproportionate, and the inst…
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Three women share their most terrifying paranormal encounters and discuss how these experiences shaped their beliefs about the afterlife and energy that persists beyond death. • Did Einstein believe in ghosts? • According to Pew Research, how many Americans have seen a ghost? • Is The U.S. or the U.K. considered the most haunted country in the worl…
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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, we sit down with Coral Hart, an accomplished author with over 15 years in the publishing industry, to explore the transformative power of AI in authorship. Coral shares her journey from traditional publishing to embracing AI tools, highlighting her strategic approach to writing and publishing with AI assistan…
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Dave Cohen is a veteran comedy writer, performer, and author with an impressive career spanning BBC sitcoms, radio comedy, and children's television. His writing credits include iconic shows like "My Family," "Not Going Out," "Have I Got News For You," and "Spitting Image." Dave is perhaps best known for writing nearly 100 comedy songs for the BAFT…
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From medieval England to modern pop music, some things never change - women fighting for agency, authority, and the right to write their own stories. In this milestone 100th episode, we go full literary nerd and explore the surprising connections between Geoffrey Chaucer's iconic Wife of Bath from The Canterbury Tales and Taylor Swift's empowering …
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In this preview of our paid subscriber bonus episode, we’re diving deeper into The Canterbury Tales. Imagine Love Island but it's 1390, everyone's going on a religious road trip, and instead of coupling up, they're having a storytelling competition. That's The Canterbury Tales. Join us as we go a little deeper into Geoffrey Chaucer's The Canterbury…
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Caught Up by Navessa Allen | Spoiler-Free & Spoiler Review You are listening The Plot With A Twist where we discuss all things books and booze. In this episode, we give a detailed review and discussion of 'Caught Up' by Navessa Allen, the second book in the 'Into Darkness' series. We explore elements of the Second Chance Romance featuring a mafia c…
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Mark Leslie Lefebvre is a multi-faceted author, publishing industry consultant, and book industry veteran who has significantly shaped the indie publishing landscape. As one of the key architects behind Kobo Writing Life, the self-publishing platform for Kobo (Amazon's primary competitor), Mark helped create what many consider the most user-friendl…
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We visit haunted hotels you can actually book—from the Stanley Hotel (inspiration for The Shining) to Glacier National Park's Belton Chalet—with the hosts of National Park After Dark. Our guests, Danielle LaRock and Cassie Yahnian, share chilling tales of historic lodging near our country’s most majestic parks. Join us (if you dare) to meet the Wes…
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Send us a text What happened in the gap between Malachi—the last prophet of the Old Testament—and the writing of Galatians in the New Testament? For about four hundred years, Scripture falls silent. Empires rose and fell. Judaism changed. Messianic expectation grew. In this episode, we explore the Intertestamental Period—why God seemed to stop spea…
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In this episode we continue our tour through Newport, Rhode Island, looking at the last block of Bellevue Avenue with Miramar as our focus today. Completed in 1914, Eleanor Elkins Widener finished this grand Gilded Age home to honor her husband George Widener, lost on the R.M.S. Titanic in 1912. The Widener family is a big deal in high society, spe…
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Here is a podcast-ready book summary for "Ego Is the Enemy" by Ryan Holiday, including a description and the requested book link: Ego Is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday explores the hidden dangers of ego as an obstacle to personal and professional growth. Drawing on stories from history, philosophy, and modern figures, the book reveals how an inflated se…
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Author Andy Chaleff speaks to personal and collective grief, teaching listeners that embracing loss can help us live a more fulfilling life. Get your copy of Andy’s book, Dying to Live: Finding Life’s Meaning Through Death This week on Mindrolling, Raghu and Andy have a conversation on: Andy’s early experiences with fear, existential dread, and chi…
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What makes sex truly extraordinary? In this episode, we're diving deep into our most unforgettable sexual experiences and uncovering the surprising factors that contribute to mind-blowing intimacy. Recent studies show that many Gen X women are having the best sex of their lives after 45 – and we're here to confirm it! We explore why maturity brings…
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Episode 7 explores narrative technique and unreliable voices in Frankenstein. AO1: frame narrative and epistolary letters. AO2: unreliable narrators shape sympathy and doubt. AO3: Gothic convention and Romantic subjectivity. AO5: psychoanalytic repression, feminist silencing of women, post-structuralist instability. Shelley’s layered voices make st…
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Mike Hourigan is a book marketing expert and representative from Written Word Media, one of the most trusted names in book promotion services. Written Word Media operates several highly effective promotional platforms including Free Booksy, Bargain Booksy, and Red Feather Romance, helping thousands of authors reach new readers and boost sales. With…
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In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, we welcome Erin Servais, founder of AI For Editors, who is at the forefront of integrating AI into the editing process. Erin shares her insights on how AI can complement the creative and decision-making strengths of human editors, enhancing efficiency without compromising quality. She discusses her favorite t…
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Episode 6 explores Nature, the Sublime, and Isolation in Frankenstein. AO1: key quotes on Mont Blanc, storms, and loneliness. AO2: sublime mirrors ambition and despair. AO3: Romanticism, Gothic science, patriarchy. AO5: eco-critical, psychoanalytic, feminist views. Shelley shows nature’s grandeur, yet isolation—not storms—is humanity’s deepest terr…
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“I have been writing this book almost my whole life,” Maxamed Abumaye admits when asked about the motivation behind his recently published Black Muslim Refugee: Militarism, Policing, and Somali American Resistance to State Violence. Though this is a scholarly book published by a university press, Maxamed deviates from the academic format by making …
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Angela Costi joins us to read from and talk about her latest poetry book The Heart of the Advocate. We talk about many things including how the book came together, the hybrid nature of the book, the nexus between poetry and law, her use of language, point and counterpoint or strophe and antistrophe, layers of ekphrasis - including the book The Art …
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This episode of the Frankenstein Revision Masterclass explores gender roles and the silencing of women, a theme central to A Level exams. While Victor, Walton and the Creature dominate with unreliable narratives, Elizabeth, Justine and Safie are reduced to victims, symbols or second-hand voices. We connect AO1 knowledge of key events with AO2 analy…
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Join host Lori Feathers and guest Chad W. Post (Dalkey Archive Press & Open Letter Books) as they dive into the world of Portuguese writer António Lobo Antunes, one of the most significant literary voices of the last 50 years. They discuss Antunes’s groundbreaking style—shifting voices, fragmented memory, and narrative consciousness—as well as the …
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"All the wine moms are still holding out…" This week, we're deep diving into "But Daddy I Love Him" from The Tortured Poets Department (2024). Join us as we unpack the unreliable narrator, explore the Southern Gothic imagery, and analyze how Taylor uses biblical references and small-town dynamics to tell a story about agency, choice, and breaking f…
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Exploring the Smuttiest Books You've Ever Read You are listening to ⁠The Plot With A Twist⁠ where we discuss all things books and booze. In this episode, Allorah and Roe explore the world of smutty books, breaking down what makes a good smut book, the best levels of smut, and debunking myths around smut and spice in literature. With discussions on …
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James Blatch is a former BBC Defence Reporter and BBFC Film Examiner who has successfully transitioned from journalism to becoming a bestselling author of military aviation thrillers. His extensive reporting career included high-profile assignments aboard HMS Invincible during Operation Desert Fox, coverage from Kuwait's Ali Al Salem allied air bas…
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