Best Mockingjay Podcasts (2026)

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Discussing The Hunger Games 3: Mockingjay 1:24:16

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Starving for Justice! The name writes itself! Anyway, I hope you're ready for the finale of the Hunger Games trilogy! I guess! Support the show Blue Sky - https://bsky.app/profile/wordsaboutbooks.bsky.social Discord - https://discord.gg/6BaNRtcP8C Threads - https://www.threads.net/@wordsaboutbookspodcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wordsa…

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Kev's Movie Corner - The Hunger Games: Mockingjay (Part 2) 16:36

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Katniss is joined by an elite force to enter the Capitol, in her secret effort to end the Hunger Games for good and deliver Panem to the people. 2015 - PG-13 - 2h 17m Starring: Jennifer Lawrence - as Katniss Everdeen Liam Hemsworth as Gale Hawthorne Sam Claflin - as Finnick Odair Mahershala Ali - as Boggs Josh Hutcherson - as Peeta Mellark Natalie …

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Kev's Movie Corner - Star Wars: Episode I (The Phantom Menace) 26:01

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Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn and Padawan Obi-Wan Kenobi as sent to the planet of Naboo, as the Trade Federation plans an illegal invasion at the order of a secretive Sith Lord. The two are forced to evacuate Queen Amidala and come across young Anakin Skywalker when their ship needs repair, who helps them save the planet. 1999 - PG - 2h 16m Starring: Ew…

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Talking About Tolkien - Shelob's Lair (Towers, 4-9) 49:10

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Frodo and Sam face down Shelob. Frequent references are made to The Silmarillion. Support the show Blue Sky - https://bsky.app/profile/wordsaboutbooks.bsky.social Discord - https://discord.gg/6BaNRtcP8C Threads - https://www.threads.net/@wordsaboutbookspodcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wordsaboutbookspodcast Blog - https://blog.wordsabo…

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East of Eden by John Steinbeck and the identity of our choices | Book review 27:35

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To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com Some stories don’t just trace characters arcs - they wrestle with human nature itself. In East of Eden, John Steinbeck explores the nature of good and evil, and the choices that define who we become. Set against the backdrop of the biblical story of Cain and Abel across generation…

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NFL 2025 Season Wrap-up & Post-Season Preview 46:58

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Doug and Brayden join the podcast once again to recap the wild Regular Season in the NFL, from best games and award winners to most disappointing. Plus, the gang looks forward at what to expect in the Post-Season and Super Bowl 60. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@…

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Kev's Movie Corner - The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes 25:14

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As a teenager, Coriolanus Snow is forced to mentor a girl from District 12 after changes to the 10th Hunger Games, in order to restore his family's prestige. After meeting Lucy Gray, he begins to fall for her, leading to his ultimate downfall and turn to evil. 2023 - PG-13 - 2h 37m Starring: Rachel Zegler - as Lucy Gray Baird Tom Blyth - as Coriola…

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Talking About Tolkien - The Stairs of Cirith Ungol (Towers, 4-8) 51:58

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Frodo and Sam finally cross into Mordor. Ben and Nate become distracted by questions of morality and-ARE THOSE CRUMBS ON SAM'S JACKET?! Support the show Blue Sky - https://bsky.app/profile/wordsaboutbooks.bsky.social Discord - https://discord.gg/6BaNRtcP8C Threads - https://www.threads.net/@wordsaboutbookspodcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.c…

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Ghost Ships 1:05:47

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We take to the high seas this week, with tales of disappearances and disasters for crews sailing the open waters around the globe. From ghosts on board to this day, to ships that haven't been seen for more than a hundred years, our hosts go over some of the tales sailors that keep sailors up at night. What is the Bermuda Triangle? The "Ellen Austin…

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Discussing Hell Hole by Brian Herbert and Kevin J Anderson (aka the Dune Braintrust) 1:53:45

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It's that time of year again! Where Ben and Nate take a brief break and give you an episode from our bonus list. If you want to hear this stuff when it comes out rather than over a year (or 2) later, sign up for your patreon! $3 gets you our entire bonus episode library and we're planning on releasing even more this coming year. Check us out! Suppo…

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Travelling the world through books | A book world tour review 22:03

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To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com Substack link: Reflections on a world book tour https://alexanderwoolven.substack.com/p/reflections-on-a-world-book-tour In 2025 for the podcast, I wanted to try something different to bring meaning to the podcast. Having grown up in a typical Anglo household, my upbringing was su…

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The Pinkerton's 24:15

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Nik and Kev look take a shallow dive into one of the oldest, and more controversial detective agencies in U.S. history -- The Pinkerton's National Detective Agency. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFriends) for more fun content. Just don't forget to Lik…

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End of Year Retrospect & WABie Awards 2025 1:14:37

9d ago1:14:37

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Ben & Nate are back with real WABies. And someday you might even see the episode if I ever get the video up and running! Yes, Season 6 is over. We give awards to our favorite books, throw out some stats, and head off into the sunset. See you next year! Support the show Blue Sky - https://bsky.app/profile/wordsaboutbooks.bsky.social Discord - https:…

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Fanbase Feature: STAR WARS: EPISODE VII - THE FORCE AWAKENS 10th Anniversary Panel Discussion 1:44:35

19d ago1:44:35

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In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon is joined by special guests Craig Miller (writer - Star Wars Memories, More Movie Memories, Former Director of Fan Relations at Lucasfilm) and Chris Mancini (writer – Long Ago + Far Away, Rise of the Kung Fu Dragon Master) to participate in a thorough discussion regarding Star Wars: …

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Kev's Movie Corner - The Hunger Games: Mockingjay (Part 1) 12:39

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Katniss wakes up in the lost District 13, after ending the Hunger Games, as leaders of the forgotten district work to rise up against the Capitol of Panem. The rebels are trying to get Katniss to lead the rebellion, as the Mockingjay, but she's reluctant, as Peeta remains prisoner... for now. 2014 - PG-13 - 2h 3m Starring: Jennifer Lawrence - as Ka…

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Talking About Tolkien - Journey to the Crossroads (Towers 4-7) 24:17

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It is the calm before the storm. Frodo, Sam and Gollum enjoy a quiet moment of reflection and so do Ben and Nate. Support the show Blue Sky - https://bsky.app/profile/wordsaboutbooks.bsky.social Discord - https://discord.gg/6BaNRtcP8C Threads - https://www.threads.net/@wordsaboutbookspodcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wordsaboutbookspodc…

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Quicksilver: Ch 24-29 Spoiler Free Deep Dive | Doom, Gloom, & Deals 1:57:04

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Welcome back to our spoiler-free deep dive into Callie Hart's Quicksilver! This week we dive into chapters 24-29. Saeris learns the sword she'd shattered was actually a treasured Fae heirloom and former godsword, which only adds to her growing sense of doom. In an attempt to help Saeris out, Lorreth accompanies her to the tavern where they blow off…

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Christmas Novels | Four stories for the festive season 17:16

15d ago17:16

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To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com Curl up with a warm drink for a very Christmassy episode of the podcast! This festive season its books stories that spark reflection, and how reading can inspire us to show up more thoughtfully in society. As the year comes to a close, this time of year encourages empathy, respons…

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Robert Berdella - The Kansas City Butcher 28:35

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The pod heads back into the dark world of death and murder this week, to discuss one of the most gruesome and notorious serial killers to call KC home. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFriends) for more fun content. Just don't forget to Like & Subscribe…

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Merry Yule (Reginsmal and Fafnismal) 1:23:09

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As the long night approaches, we tell tales of ancient Gods and Heroes to fortify our courage. Join us in the retelling of Reginsmal and Fafnismal from the Poetic Edda. Support the show Blue Sky - https://bsky.app/profile/wordsaboutbooks.bsky.social Discord - https://discord.gg/6BaNRtcP8C Threads - https://www.threads.net/@wordsaboutbookspodcast In…

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Fanbase Feature: CLUE 40th Anniversary Panel Discussion 1:28:59

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In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Barbra Dillon and Claire Thorne are joined by special guests Amanda Donahue (artist – Fanbase Press' The Margins), Eric Amaya (Editor-in-Chief - ComicCon.com, Comics on TV Columnist - Rotten Tomatoes, co-host Tread Perilously podcast), and Justin Robinson (writer – City of Devils, Mr Blank, co-hos…

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Kev's Movie Corner - The Hunger Games: Catching Fire 14:16

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Katniss and Peeta are targeted by the Capitol, after uprisings following their win in the 74th Hunger Games. Getting them pulled into more chaos, as cracks form across Panem. 2013 - PG-13 - 2h 26m Starring: Jennifer Lawrence - as Katniss Everdeen Josh Hutcherson - as Peeta Mellark Liam Hemsworth as Gale Hawthorne Elizabeth Banks - as Effie Trinket …

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Talking About Tolkien - The Forbidden Pool (Towers, 4-6) 42:30

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Gollum enters a forbidden pool and sings a song about murdering everyone. Do you want Faramir to take the shot? Support the show Blue Sky - https://bsky.app/profile/wordsaboutbooks.bsky.social Discord - https://discord.gg/6BaNRtcP8C Threads - https://www.threads.net/@wordsaboutbookspodcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wordsaboutbookspodcas…

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Ep. #280 - 2025: Year in Review and Season 10 Finale 1:15:34

29d ago1:15:34

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In the Season 10 finale episode, the Fanbase Press staff provides a thoughtful retrospective, looking back at 2025 in pop culture and beyond. All of us at The Fanbase Weekly wish to extend our immense thanks to the talented guests who have joined us this past year, as well as you – the listeners – for tuning in each week. We'll be back again in 202…

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My Brilliant Career by Miles Franklin | Female Agency & Coming of Age 21:33

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To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com Some seek isolation for its freedom, but for Sybylla Melvyn, the open space of the Australian Outback only serves to drown her. Miles Franklin’s first novel, My Brilliant Career captures the lack of agency young girls and women growing up in rural Australia would have felt towards…

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Holiday in the Wild (2019) - Technically a Christmas Film 48:55

29d ago48:55

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Holiday in the Wild (2019) gives you the unique opportunity to watch rich people fawn over elephants. It already sounds better than last week's film, and it is! Thank God! There was a very real danger there that we weren't going to feel the Christmas spirit through Netflix. Thank you for joining us this year, dear listener. Join us in 2026!…

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Paranormal at The Elms 52:55

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Nik and Kev are back to talk about more from their weekend trip to the Kansas City-area, which included a stay and tour of a hotel that's known to have numerous ghost sights and hauntings throughout its halls. With More than a hundred years of history, including two fires, near bankruptcies, and many famous guests during its time, its no surprise t…

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Discussing Virtual Light by William Gibson 1:14:12

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Love the bridge...not so keen on Rydell and Chevette. Support the show Blue Sky - https://bsky.app/profile/wordsaboutbooks.bsky.social Discord - https://discord.gg/6BaNRtcP8C Threads - https://www.threads.net/@wordsaboutbookspodcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wordsaboutbookspodcast Blog - https://blog.wordsaboutbooks.ninja/…

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Nate's Naruto Conclusion 19:45

28d ago19:45

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A bonus episode in which Nate lays out his concluding thoughts on Naruto. Support the show Blue Sky - https://bsky.app/profile/wordsaboutbooks.bsky.social Discord - https://discord.gg/6BaNRtcP8C Threads - https://www.threads.net/@wordsaboutbookspodcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wordsaboutbookspodcast Blog - https://blog.wordsaboutbooks.…

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Kev's Movie Corner - The Hunger Games 14:16

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Katniss Everdeen volunteers to take part in a televised fight to the death for the national overlords of an oppressive nation, in order to save her little sister. Learning several lessons about survival, and nearly starting a revolution along the way. 2012 - PG-13 - 2h 22m Starring: Jennifer Lawrence - as Katniss Everdeen Josh Hutcherson - as Peeta…

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Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins | Propaganda, Power and the Dark Side of Rebellion 19:34

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To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com Support Indie fiction and booksellers: https://radiantpress.ca/?srsltid=AfmBOopCrOHhz5NfAY5DMu-m3Urp8COR7JSSirFvEiRk26RRq1MXmad9 Mockingjay is the final instalment of Suzanne Collins Hunger Games trilogy. A story that delves deeper into the political issues of a rebellion and the …

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Talking About Tolkien - The Window On the West (Towers, 4-5) 1:05:16

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Detective Faramir is on the case. Support the show Blue Sky - https://bsky.app/profile/wordsaboutbooks.bsky.social Discord - https://discord.gg/6BaNRtcP8C Threads - https://www.threads.net/@wordsaboutbookspodcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wordsaboutbookspodcast Blog - https://blog.wordsaboutbooks.ninja/…

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Christmas Inheritance (2017) - Inheritance is a funny way to describe nepotism 39:56

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Christmas Inheritance (2017) starts this round of Netflix inception. This film featured in The Princess Switch, The Holiday Calendar, and Falling for Christmas, so we've been dodging it for a long time. Apparently, this is considered to be the first in the Netflix Christmas Cinematic Universe, so it doesn't have anything to advertise. We are surpri…

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Talking Secret Lives of Mormon Wives 28:04

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Nikki is joins by Stevie for a discussion about the MomToks this week, after Season 3 of SLOMW dropped in recent weeks... oh, and Kev's there too with a monstrosity of a dirty soda to make things a little more interesting. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@Insuffici…

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Discussing the Rest of Naruto (Part II) 1:05:18

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We finish our discussion on Naruto. If Ben had only held out we could have just had a 3 hour conversation on Naruto non-stop. But here we are finishing the last, rather small, two arcs. Support the show Blue Sky - https://bsky.app/profile/wordsaboutbooks.bsky.social Discord - https://discord.gg/6BaNRtcP8C Threads - https://www.threads.net/@wordsabo…

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Fanbase Feature: SERENITY 20th Anniversary Panel Discussion 1:56:03

1M ago1:56:03

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In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon is joined by special guests David M. Booher (Eisner Award and GLAAD-nominated writer - All New Firefly, Canto, Killer Queens), Art Ebuen (Emmy Award-winning animator, writer – California, Inc.), and Ian Mondrick (writer – Stash Box, Tomb) to participate in a thorough discussion regar…

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Quicksilver: Ch 18-23 Spoiler Free Deep Dive | Dinner Dates, Uninvited Guests, & New Tattoos 2:21:53

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Welcome back to our spoiler-free deep dive into Callie Hart's Quicksilver! This week we dive into chapters 18-23. In an attempt to humanize Saeris in Kingfisher's eyes, Renfis convinces them to have some dinner dates. Unfortunately, dinner is interrupted by a feeder attack that leaves Saeris poisoned and waking up in Kingfisher's bed — only to disc…

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Kev's Movie Corner - Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny 19:04

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As he gets ready to retire, Indy is pulled back into one last adventure to battle a former Nazi who wants to bring back the Third Reich by changing the coarse of history... and our the infamous archeologist has part of the artifact that is believed to have the power make that happen. 2023 - PG-13 - 2h 34m Starring: Harrison Ford - as Indiana Jones …

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Talking About Tolkien - Of Herbs and Stewed Rabbit (Towers, 4-4) 56:52

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Sam teaches us why it's important never to leave our campfires unattended and to ensure that they are properly extinguished when we are done with them. Support the show Blue Sky - https://bsky.app/profile/wordsaboutbooks.bsky.social Discord - https://discord.gg/6BaNRtcP8C Threads - https://www.threads.net/@wordsaboutbookspodcast Instagram - https:/…

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Wake in Fright By Kenneth Cook - The paradox of living free from judgement 14:33

1M ago14:33

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To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com Is the isolated outback town of Bundanyabba a paradise of absolute freedom or a living nightmare? This week, Kenneth Cook's novel, Wake in Fright, explores the disturbing duality at the heart of the story and how the lack of judgment in The Yabba can make hell of heaven in a life …

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The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes (2023) - Thunderpants to Victory 1:11:00

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The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes (2023) concludes our slightly extended Hunger Games month! We would love if Sunrise on the Reaping was already out to watch as well, but alas, we have not been offered a look at the rough edit. Join us next week as we start our Netflix Inception Christmas Month!…

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Hero or Villain - The Legend of Jessie James 30:53

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Nik and Kev discuss the history of Missouri's role in the Civil War and how it led a teenage boy to a life of rebellion and fighting for the south... leading to an early death at the hands of his cohort. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFriends) for mor…

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Nate Discusses Naruto Part I 1:45:08

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Let's face it, nothing is going to beat Hulk Hogan for Nate's Nightmare November. But this one might come close. Support the show Blue Sky - https://bsky.app/profile/wordsaboutbooks.bsky.social Discord - https://discord.gg/6BaNRtcP8C Threads - https://www.threads.net/@wordsaboutbookspodcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wordsaboutbookspodca…

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Ectoplasm and Photoshop - The History of Spiritualism by Arthur Conan Doyle (Part 3) 1:31:44

1M ago1:31:44

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The last episode on Arthur Conan Doyle's History of Spiritualism...I promise. We get into the specifics of how manifestation works, the various physical proofs offered on behalf of the Spiritualism, and some of the theology behind the movement. Support the show Blue Sky - https://bsky.app/profile/wordsaboutbooks.bsky.social Discord - https://discor…

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Talking About Tolkien - The Black Gate is Closed (Towers, 4-3) 46:49

2M ago46:49

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Frodo arrives at the Black Gate expecting sweet death to soon follow. (Un)fortunately, Gollum knows another way and the road goes ever on and on. Support the show Blue Sky - https://bsky.app/profile/wordsaboutbooks.bsky.social Discord - https://discord.gg/6BaNRtcP8C Threads - https://www.threads.net/@wordsaboutbookspodcast Instagram - https://www.i…

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Kev's Movie Corner - Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull 11:17

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Indy takes on the Russian's, to return a mysterious skull to an ancient temple... as the "Reds" believe the task could give them a lead in psychological warfare, allowing the to take over the world. 2008 - PG-13 - 2h 2m Starring: Harrison Ford - as Indiana Jones Cate Blanchett - as Irina Spalko Shia LaBeouf - as Mutt Williams Karen Allen - as Mario…