The art world and associated market are famously opaque and can at times be exclusive. Berlin based gallery director and educator Michael Dooney speaks with artists, curators and other professionals who share their personal experiences of this unique field. If you have ever felt unsure about walking into a gallery, wish to understand more about creativity or better understand how this complex industry works, then tune in every second Monday to hear the insightful conversations with these ins ...
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Subtext is a book club podcast for readers interested in what the greatest works of the human imagination say about life’s big questions. Each episode, philosopher Wes Alwan and poet Erin O’Luanaigh conduct a close reading of a text or film and co-write an audio essay about it in real time. It’s literary analysis, but in the best sense: we try not overly stuffy and pedantic, but rather focus on unearthing what’s most compelling about great books and movies, and how it is they can touch our l ...
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From AMERICAN THEATRE magazine, a podcast where playwrights talk to playwrights about the things usually left unsaid. In a conversation that dives into life's muck, we learn what irks, agitates, motivates, inspires and - ultimately - what makes writers tick. (This feed is for the Subtext from 2018 onwards. For old episodes of the Subtext from 2015 to 2017, visit https://thisstage.la/category/the-subtext)
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The Star Trek podcast where we talk fashion, feminism, subtext and subspace.
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Four-quadrant films are movies designed to appeal to the biggest, widest audience possible. In the process, they can often leave out a lot of LGBTQ+ representation – but end up loaded with subtext. In The Queer Quadrant, hosts Brooke Solomon and Jordan Gustafson examine cinema in all its cultural contexts, and explore why your favorite four-quadrant blockbuster is maybe…not as straight as you think it is.
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Dirty Little Horror is a weekly gay horror podcast where Charles & Reed dissect a new movie each episode and find all the LGBT subtext they can while making spooky dick jokes. Find us on Patreon, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & Letterboxd!
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Maddy Myers and Ryan Pagella review and break down the queer subtext of every X-Men cartoon/tv show/movie/game/book EVER. And maybe date Wolverine. E-Mail: [email protected] Discord server: https://discordapp.com/invite/VJ5P5ZH Voicemail: (508) 319-1668
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A married couple with a love for all things horror talk about all your favorite scary movies. Join them as they dive deep into what makes these movies great....or not so great. Find out what makes something truly scary and learn what deeper meaning lives in the subtext of the most horrific flicks.
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A look at each episode of Xena, starting with season 1 and delving into the good, the bad, and the subtext. No spoilers for future episodes, so feel free to follow along each week!
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Personality type talk, trends between types, tips on self-development and, in true ESFP fashion, random other unpredictable stuff.
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Mission Log is a Roddenberry Entertainment podcast with the sole purpose of exploring the Star Trek universe one episode at a time. That’s right, this podcast will cover six different series and 30 seasons of television by journeying into every one of the 726 episodes with a single mission: to explore, debate and discuss one of the largest science fiction phenomena of all time, Star Trek. Starting with The Original Series’ initial pilot and continuing chronologically until we reach the last ...
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This in-depth look at character juxtapositions, subtext, thematic meaning and how it communicates on all levels is fascinating.
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Judy, Linda and Teresa pick and watch a recent Korean drama, then gush and/or rant about it. If you love Korean dramas, and have questions about Korean culture or subtext in dialogue that may have been lost in translation, let us know! Now available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcast platforms!
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Whether overtly or in subtext, movies are gay as hell! Queer cinema has existed since the advent of motion pictures, and continues to bring community and identity to audiences; whether they walk to their seats on a red carpet, or they arrive one by one to clandestine screenings. Check out, "This Movie is Gay!" with Corwyn and James as we watch LGBTQIA+ movies from low budget student slashers to major blockbuster hits.
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Two emerging screenwriters – Chas Fisher and Stuart Willis – try to work out what makes great screenplays work. Discovering what it takes by analysing what successful writers put on the page
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Welcome to Something Queer is Happening Here! Join two LGBTQ+ writers and scholars on a quest to find all the queer subtext in literature and media. Because why bury your gays when you can dig them up?
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An examination of mythological and psychological subtext in esoteric film.
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On this podcast we attempt to let go of all the subtext and social barriers that hold us back. It isn’t about being right or wrong. We’re just trying to keep it real. We're also very grateful for cover art by rickybiddle.com
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What does it really mean to live a good life—in our politics, our faith, our work, and our relationships? On No Small Endeavor with Lee C. Camp, we explore the ideas, practices, and public debates that shape human flourishing today. Each week you’ll hear thought-provoking conversations with bestselling authors, philosophers, neuroscientists, psychologists, theologians, artists, and political leaders—people wrestling with the biggest questions of meaning and purpose in our time. Together we a ...
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A weekly recap of Once Upon A Time, a show where the subtext is domtext.
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Two grown women discuss The Baby-sitters Club series, one book at a time, with the seriousness it deserves and the humor that you need. In each episode, Brooke Suchomel and Kaykay Brady explore both the text and subtext of Ann M. Martin's work and what it says about growing up female in America in the 1980s and 1990s -- and how these messages affect us today.
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Presentation, Voice-Over, and Speech Communication micro learning lessons to improve speech, diction, clarity, melody, tempo, attitude, and message impact. From the author of There's Money Where Your Mouth is and Voice-Overs For Podcasting, and the creator of Activate Your Voice and Adding Melody To Your Voice apps. Elaine A. Clark demonstrates specific ways to use the body, subtext, and gestures for added clarity, message arc, visualization, and 3-D storytelling. Each episode ends with an a ...
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Lez Geek Out! is a geek culture podcast that celebrates popular culture with an eye for the woman-loving-woman audience. It focuses mainly on work with lesbian/bi/women-loving-women themes/characters, but sometimes strays into territory where the subtext is strong, and the female characters are stronger. The covers all forms of media are explored, be they books, movies, TV shows, graphic novels, web-comics, or anything else that fits the bill.
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Android Backstage, a podcast by and for Android developers. Hosted by developers from the Android engineering team, this show covers topics of interest to Android programmers, with in-depth discussions and interviews with engineers on the Android team at Google. Subscribe to Android Developers YouTube → https://goo.gle/AndroidDevs
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Welcome to The Screenwriting Life, a podcast where Oscar-nominated writer Meg LeFauve and Emmy-nominated writer Lorien McKenna discuss not only the craft and business of Screenwriting, but also the emotional life: the ups and downs of being a creative, to remind you that you are not alone and to keep writing.
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enough. is a podcast which aims to shine light into the darkened corners of the music industry while discussing the ways we can and should improve ourselves and, in turn, our community. This podcast may contain graphic descriptions of sexual abuse and assault, including rape. These accounts can be triggering, especially for those who have also experienced sexual trauma. enough. is hosted by Kendra Sheetz and Rich Gill.
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'Do I Like It?' tries to flip the classical format of movie and music reviews with a passionate, 'fan-first' approach. We believe that in this age of the internet, no one is an authority on what is considered good art. We are just fans who are passionate about content. And 'Do I Like It?' is a fan telling another fan why they like or dislike a piece of content. No unnecessary high brow snobbery. Prateek Lidhoo is a podcaster, rapper, music producer, screenwriter and an overall nerd about all ...
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A weekly comic book podcast by fans for fans. Reviews, discussions, news, contests and more.
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Holmberg's Morning Sickness on 98 KUPD is Arizona's #1 Morning Radio Show. John Holmberg attempts to entertain, question and disturb as many listeners as possible with assistance from Brady Bogen, Bret Vesely, and Dick Toledo. Tune in or log onto 98KUPD (97.9fm, the 98KUPD app or www.98kupd.com) weekdays 5:30a-10a.
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What if the key to unlocking your true potential lies in the unspoken subtext of your everyday interactions? Unravel the mysteries beneath our words as we kick off the first episode of Conscious Convos and Donuts. Together, we'll explore the layers of energetics, radical honesty, and the transformative dynamics of masculine and feminine energies within ourselves. You'll discover how your thoughts shape your reality far more than the words you speak. This season promises a lineup of extraordi ...
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A cross system actual play RPG podcast, focused on giving lesser played games and forgotten settings the roll of the dice they deserve!
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Health Equity in Focus delves into the intricate dynamics of global health, examining how historical legacies continue to shape present-day realities in the Global South. Global health institutions, when failing to address deep-rooted issues, can perpetuate inequalities between North and South. Across various episodes, we explore issues like the implications of intellectual property to access to medicines, the use of policy space through TRIPS flexibilities, international regulatory standard ...
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The Fanfiction Tapes is a weekly show about writing, made for and by fanfiction authors and enthusiasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Critiquing pop culture, video games, toys, and other geeky stuff through lenses of sociology, feminism, LGBTQ, race, & intersectionality. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/deeplygeeky
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Every epic fantasy world has a heartbeat. Welcome to Lore & Love, the podcast that finds out who creates it. Join author Alexandria Love each week as she sits down with the tale-weavers and world-forgers of modern fantasy. Together, we dissect the 'Lore'—the architecture of world-building and magic systems—and explore the 'Love': the relentless creative drive and human heart behind an author's journey. Perfect for aspiring writers and devoted readers, with exclusive readings from the authors ...
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The Adventures Of Don Clark is an Audio Comedy Satire about the worst detective in the world, Don Clark. Follow Don as he foils crime in the uncanny Don Clark way. This production is done by Hagloch Media in Naperville, Il. Hagloch Media is made up of the brothers Jacob and Daniel Hagloch.
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10-02-25 - Unhinged Listener Ernie Fires Off Another Response Leading John Into A Discussion On Subtext And Reading Between The Lines In Emails And Movies
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In this episode, Lee and Savannah explore why friendships are harder to form and sustain in today’s culture, despite living in the most “connected” era in history. They examine how technology and convenience have reshaped friendship from a priority into a luxury. They ask whether these shifts meet our deep human need for connection or quietly erode…
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Freedom and Authority in Ibsen’s “An Enemy of the People” (Part 2)
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50:43In Ibsen’s “An Enemy of the People,” two conceptions of communal health do battle. Dr. Stockmann’s is progressive, focused as it is on the vitality of the young, their new ideas, and the possibility of growth into a better future, even if that means encroaching on the powers that be. His brother’s is conservative, focused on the use of authority an…
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The Sports Thing Podcast - Holmberg, Hellestrae And Nash - Episode 9 - 10-03-25
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10-03-25 - FULL SHOW - FRIDAY - Holmbergs Morning Sickness 98 KUPD BO
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10-03-25 - Guad Squares - Introducing New Host Corey Walsh - John Travolta - Trump - Howard Stern - Researcher Brady - Thom Brenneman - Ozzy BO
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10-03-25 - New Update On Tumor Listener Gary His Wife Who Flew To See Him In Hospital - BO
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10-03-25 - Waiter Announced His Pronouns To John's Table Confusing Everyone / Ozzy Pyramid 2003 BO
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10-03-25 - Emailer Having Bachelor Party Asks Us For Strip Club Recommendations And We Find Rub Maps And Massage Places BO
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10-03-25 - Phone In The Shower - Story Calls For Adult Changing Tables To Be Placed In Public Places To Handle Accidental Pooping And We Rail Against It BO
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10-03-25 - Entertainment Drill - MIX - 3x - John Travolta Holds A Candle For Margot Robbie And His Daughter Looks Too Much Like Him BO
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10-03-25 - Brady Report - MIX - Saddam Mustache - Military Easter baskets - Meat Mist - 2003/2022 BO
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In this episode, Charles (@charlesrockhill), Reed (@reedblackcomics) & Christopher (@chrisopotamia) discuss Fire In The Sky (1993), wet sandwiches, weird porn and little mixes. Follow us: Socials & Email [email protected] Please leave a rating/review if you have a moment. It's a free way to help the show grow! Dirty Little Horror i…
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229: Unabridged Interview: Terence Lester
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1:05:25This is our unabridged interview with Terence Lester. It was three days before Christmas when Terence Lester’s family dropped him beneath a bridge in Atlanta. With no change of clothes and a biting winter cold, he began a month-long experiment in solidarity with the unhoused. Strangers offered blankets, socks, even stories around a firepit. It was …
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10-02-25 - FULL SHOW - THURSDAY - Holmbergs Morning Sickness 98 KUPD
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265 | KPop Demon Hunters Directors: Maggie Kang & Chris Appelhans on Balancing Heart, Humor & Music
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50:36JOIN TSL WORKSHOPS: https://tslworkshops.circle.so This week, we’re joined by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, the writer-directors of KPOP DEMON HUNTERS, to unpack the craft behind one of the year's biggest movies. From finding the emotional core of their story to shaping "Golden" into a late-breaking "I Want" song, Maggie and Chris share how they…
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10-02-25 - Thursdays w/Former Dallas Cowboy OLineman Dale Hellestrae - Is Dale Due Any Money From The Show's Fanduel Win If His Team Canceled Part Of Bet - Thoughts On Shedeur Sanders And Picks For Week ...
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36:3610-02-25 - Thursdays w/Former Dallas Cowboy OLineman Dale Hellestrae - Is Dale Due Any Money From The Show's Fanduel Win If His Team Canceled Part Of Bet - Thoughts On Shedeur Sanders And Picks For Week 5 NFL Games See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…
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10-02-25 - Has Tony Romo Been Using Botox After His Face Appeared Off Sunday - Nicole Kidman And Keith Urban Are Divorcing And It Could Be Over 25yo Country Artist Maggie Baugh Who's Touring w/Keith
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10-02-25 - We Have An Unhinged Listener Named Ernie Who Thinks John Has Blocked His Emails And Opinions - While Watching Arrest of Non Binary DUI Suspect John Praises Cops For Not Constantly Using Their ...
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47:0510-02-25 - We Have An Unhinged Listener Named Ernie Who Thinks John Has Blocked His Emails And Opinions - While Watching Arrest of Non Binary DUI Suspect John Praises Cops For Not Constantly Using Their Tasers On Idiots See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…
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10-02-25 - Entertainment Drill - THU - w/Dale Hellestrae - Nevermind Baby Has Lost His Child Porn Lawsuit Against Nirvana
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10-02-25 - BR - THU - Holiday Inn Testing New Scent Alarm Clocks - 22yo Man Enrolls In Minn HS As A 17yo But Brady Got Story Wrong - Annual Drive Thru Efficiency Study
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Bonus Episode: Reacting to October Horror Movie Trailers
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36:18Check out this episode with video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/aDfmN7XWHdk Spooky season is here, and the theaters (and streamers) are filling up with fresh nightmares. In this episode, we sit down to watch and react to the biggest horror trailers dropping for October releases. From slashers and supernatural chillers to indie festival darlings…
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Star Trek: Voyager, Season 7, Episode 18, "Human Error"
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1:12:51In the Star Trek: Voyager episode Human Error, Seven of Nine is trying something new: a little music, a little cooking, and a little romantic roleplay—typical holodeck experiments in humanity. But when feelings get real and a Borg failsafe kicks in, the cost of vulnerability may be more than just emotional. Oh, and yes, Voyager is also facing a dan…
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10-01-25 - FULL SHOW - WEDNESDAY - Holmbergs Morning Sickness 98 KUPD
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10-01-25 - The Bobs Called John Yesterday About Merc Mania - Listener John Eaton Can't Take Jokes And Yells At John To Do Nuclear Research - David Cross' Comments On Riyadh Comedy Fest Are Making A Lot ...
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10-01-25 - Rock Wars - Song Playing In A Man's Head As He's Going To A WNBA Game
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10-01-25 - Followup On N*Bomb Dropper From WWBD Says He Got Fired Over It - Scientists Still Talking About Using Nuclear Weapon To Blow Up Asteroid That Could Hit Moon Sparking Our Concern
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10-01-25 - Solo Drivers Of EVs Are No Longer Allowed To Use HOV Lane As Of Today But John Argues Nothing's Changed
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10-01-25 - BR - WED - World Boat Speed Record Is More Than 300 MPH - World's Tallest Bridge Opens In China - Philly Cheese School Student Wins Cheese Prize Exciting Brady
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