Best The LA Countdown Podcasts (2025)

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La Jeune Amélie (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 22 – Part 1) 9:13

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Aboard the Genoese tartan La Jeune Amélie, Dantès quickly grasps the nature of his new companions. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 22, the captain proves fluent in the many tongues of the Mediterranean, making clear that Dantès has joined a crew of smugglers. At first suspicious, the captain relaxes when Edmond’s seamanship impresses the men …

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La Llorona (Part 1), and the “Scary Stories” Countdown to Halloween 25:25

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Send us a text In this chilling episode, the ladies of Curious Explorers invite you to dim the lights and gather close for a haunting journey into the legend of La Llorona—the Weeping Woman. As autumn settles in and Halloween approaches, Kathy weaves a spellbinding retelling of one of the most enduring and eerie folktales from the Americas. La Llor…

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The Face of a Stranger (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 22 – Part 2) 7:29

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Among the smugglers of La Jeune Amélie, Edmond keeps his secret, offering only fragments of truth and convincing lies. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 22, he arrives at Leghorn and faces a more personal trial: seeing his own face for the first time in fourteen years. At a barber’s shop, his beard and hair are shorn away, revealing how much he…

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Is Santa Barbara California’s most underrated dining city? Plus, an interview with the Dom’s Taverna dream team. 2:16:32

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Santa Barbara might be known as the American Riviera, but its food scene is finally demanding the spotlight. This week on The LA Food Podcast, we recap 72 hours of eats — from surprisingly great Mexican food to a bao joint everyone’s obsessed with — and explain why SB might just be California’s most exciting dining city right now. Plus, we sit down…

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Daryl Dixon S3 E3: Reflection, Revelation & Rick’s Brother! 46:04

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OMG! Carol mentioned “a friend’s brother.” 😱 Diana and Renee break down Daryl Dixon Season 3, Episode 3, “El Sacrificio.” They kick off with listener feedback on last week’s question about integrating into new communities, drawing comparisons to past leaders like Ezekiel, Gregory, and Negan. From there, the conversation dives into the episode’s big…

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Fourteen Years Lost (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 21 – Part 10) 13:03

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A cannon shot from the Château d’If signals the alarm of escape, but Dantès hides his composure behind a drink of rum. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 21, he learns it is February 28, 1829 — exactly fourteen years to the day since his arrest. At thirty-three, with youth behind him and vengeance before him, Edmond silently renews his oath agai…

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Remembering Robert Redford: A Tribute 9:55

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In this bonus episode of Screens in Focus, we pay tribute to the legendary Robert Redford, who passed away on September 16th. We share personal reflections on his extraordinary talent, his captivating presence, and the impact his work has had on generations of film lovers. The episode revisits iconic performances from Jeremiah Johnson, All Is Lost,…

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A Proving Hand (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 21 – Part 9) 8:18

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Given the helm, Dantès proves his seamanship by guiding the tartan safely past the Island of Rion exactly as he predicted. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 21, his skill wins the respect of the crew and the cautious approval of the captain. Jacopo, the sailor who saved his life, offers him clothes, sealing Edmond’s place among them — at least …

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09/24- Countdown to the World Cup 55:57

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By Glenn Davis Soccer

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The Maltese Sailor (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 21 – Part 8) 8:20

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Revived with rum and rough care, Dantès spins a quick tale to explain his presence at sea. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 21, he claims to be a Maltese sailor wrecked in the storm, swearing he clung to the rocks until spotting the tartan. The crew listens with skepticism, while Edmond offers his skills as a seaman in hopes of being allowed t…

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09/23 Hour 2- Talking Houston Dynamo with Federico DiMichelis, Pat Onstad & Jack McGlynn 54:20

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- Federico DiMichelis talks with Glenn about the Dynamo's big win against Portland - The Dynamo conversation continues with General Manager Pat Onstad and Midfielder Jack McGlynnBy Glenn Davis Soccer

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09/23 Hour 1- Catching up with USMNT Players in Europe + Ballon d'Or 50:30

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- Taking off the summer may have paid off for Christian Pulisic - Do we care about the Ballon d'Or? - Federico DiMichelis joins to talk some news from the world of soccerBy Glenn Davis Soccer

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“La Llorona” & True Crimes Against Nature 35:26

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Send us a text In Part 2 of “La Llorona,” Kathy and Traci unpack the history and psychology of the legend – including La Llorona’s jealousy, heartbreak, murder and madness. They also discuss true crime cases of filicide and the intersection of mental illness, evil, and murder. [Trigger warning: this episode covers 3 real life cases of mothers who m…

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Rescued (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 21 – Part 7) 7:39

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At the limits of his strength, Dantès struggles against the waves until he faints — only to awaken on the deck of the Genoese tartan. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 21, the sailors revive him with rum and rough care, while the vessel sails swiftly away from the looming silhouette of the Château d’If. ⸻ New to the journey? Start from the begi…

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The Signal (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 21 – Part 6) 7:15

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Spotting wreckage from the storm, Dantès seizes a red sailor’s cap and a floating timber to disguise himself as a shipwrecked survivor. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 21, he strikes out across the course of a Genoese tartan, signaling desperately until at last his cries and gestures are seen. The vessel turns toward him, and a boat is lowere…

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The Fugitive’s Prayer (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 21 – Part 5) 8:56

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At dawn, Dantès beholds the sea, the fortress, and freedom with new eyes. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 21, he foresees the danger once his escape is discovered — soldiers, cannon fire, and pursuit by sea and land. Cold and starving, he prays for mercy, then spies a Genoese tartan skimming the waves. If he can summon the courage and a convi…

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The Storm Breaks (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 21 – Part 4) 8:39

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Sheltering beneath an overhanging rock, Dantès endures the full fury of the tempest. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 21, he quenches his thirst with rainwater, then witnesses a fishing-boat wrecked in the storm — its sailors’ cries carried to him before vanishing into darkness. By dawn, the sea calms, the sky clears, and Edmond sees the first…

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Boycott brewing at Enrique Olvera’s Damian? Plus, 2 LA restaurants win Bon Appétit honors, 4 endangered LA restaurants find lifelines, and the NYT dunks on Alinea. 1:05:09

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This week on The LA Food Podcast, we dive into one of the most heated debates in the LA dining scene: why are Angelenos calling for a boycott of Enrique Olvera’s acclaimed downtown restaurant Damian? Is the backlash justified, or has a whistleblowing media outlet (LA Taco) gone too far? Father Sal joins the conversation as we unpack the Damian cont…

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Daryl Dixon S3 E2: Love, Loyalty & La Ofrenda 41:10

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Rick’s brother in Spain!? We dive into this mind-blowing theory 👀 as Diana and Renee break down Daryl Dixon Season 3, Episode 2, “La Ofrenda.” From tense standoffs with bandoleros to tender young love and twisted customs, the Spanish town bursts with color, passion, and community. Carol’s bold moves spark deeper conversations about loyalty, surviva…

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The Island of Tiboulen (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 21 – Part 3) 7:20

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Exhausted and close to despair, Dantès finally strikes land. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 21, he drags himself onto the grotesque rocks of Tiboulen and collapses in gratitude, falling into deep sleep despite the storm. Awakened by thunder, he resolves to swim onward to the nearby island of Lemaire when the sea calms — seeking safety and co…

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RED MILLS Special: New York, New Venue, New Stories 35:52

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In this RED MILLS Special, Charlotte is joined by Sam Watson to preview LGCT New York, a new venue, a stacked field, and a fistful of live storylines. From Ben Maher and Point Break’s push for a marquee 5* Grand Prix to Scott Brash’s win machine with Hello Chadora Lady, plus Belgium’s rising tide of young riders and young horses, we tee up the week…

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The Swim to Tiboulen (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 21 – Part 2) 8:08

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Guided by the distant light of Planier, Dantès strikes out for the Island of Tiboulen. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 21, memories of Faria’s warnings push him onward as fear drives him faster through the violent sea. For an hour he swims with all his strength, the château fading into darkness behind him, until exhaustion sets in and doubt c…

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09/17 Destination 2026 - Honoring 1982 World Cup Defender Jaime "La Chelona" Rodriguez, and The Story of the 1978 FIFA World Cup Final Won by Argentina 50:12

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Included in today's episode of Destination 2026 with Glenn Davis... Honoring 1982 World Cup LaSelecta SLV defender Jaime "La Chelona" Rodriguez, and his legacy on the game! The story of the 1978 FIFA World Cup Final won by Argentina as the host country. Was this the most controversial World Cup ever?…

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The Leap to Freedom (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 21 – Part 1) 6:44

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Cast into the sea with a thirty-six-pound shot tied to his feet, Dantès slashes open the sack, cuts himself free, and rises to the surface. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 21, he dives again to evade detection, the torchlight of the Château d’If receding behind him as he fixes his course toward the uninhabited islands of Tiboulen or Lemaire —…

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09/16 Hour 2 - The re-cap of the weekend's play in Europe + UEFA Champions League, Houston Dynamo and Dash updates and discussion. Is MLS losing steam? 48:27

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09/16 Hour 1 - Glenn reflects on El Salvador/ La Selecta legend Jaime "Chelona" Rodriguez + Hugo Perez former USMNT player on player development in the U.S.A. 47:47

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By Glenn Davis Soccer

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The Cemetery of the Château d’If (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 20 – Part 6) 8:52

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Carried through the night to the sound of crashing waves, Dantès begins to grasp the terrible truth. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 20, the grave-diggers swing the sack three times and hurl him into the icy sea — a thirty-six-pound shot tied to his feet — for the Château d’If’s final burial place is the ocean itself. ⸻ New to the journey? St…

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The Weight of the Dead (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 20 – Part 5) 8:45

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Carried out into the cold mistral night, Dantès resists the urge to act too soon. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 20, the grave-diggers pause, search for an object, and return with a heavy metallic weight — tying it tightly to his feet before lifting the bier again and moving on. ⸻ New to the journey? Start from the beginning at: http://count…

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The Grave-Diggers Arrive (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 20 – Part 4) 6:23

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Dantès endures hours of tension before hearing the footsteps of the grave-diggers outside his cell. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 20, he lies still as they lift the sack containing him, exchanging casual remarks about the weight and the knot they’ll tie later — a detail that sets Edmond’s mind racing with questions. ⸻ New to the journey? St…

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The Risks of the Plan (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 20 – Part 3) 5:33

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Sealed inside the burial sack, Dantès considers every possible outcome: discovery before leaving the cell, escape during transport, or clawing his way out of a fresh grave. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 20, Edmond prepares to act at the first sign of danger — even if it means using his knife — knowing that a single misstep could mean either…

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And Dave Beran took that personally. Plus, Food & Wine snubs LA, three LA restaurants score major NYT praise, and our favorite CA pizzas outside of LA. 2:16:50

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Today on The LA Food Podcast, Dave Beran—the award-winning chef behind Santa Monica’s Pasjoli and the tasting-menu temple Seline—sits down for his most candid interview yet. We talk about stepping into roles before you feel ready, the line between an intense kitchen and a toxic one, fundraising and vision, and how he truly feels about Seline not ea…

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Daryl Dixon S3 Premiere Breakdown | Hope, Hot Dogs & Heartstrings 47:05

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Daryl Dixon is back! In the Season 3 premiere, Diana and Renee dive into hope, hot dogs, and heartstrings. From boat rides and stormy waters to Daryl and Carol’s unshakable bond, we break down the biggest moments, emotional themes, and surprising symbols. Along the way, we touch on the haunting English landscapes and the first glimpses of Spain. Pl…

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The Place of the Dead (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 20 – Part 2) 6:16

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Refusing to die after so many years of suffering, Dantès conceives a desperate plan: since only the dead leave the dungeon, he will take the place of the dead. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 20, Edmond moves Faria’s body to his own cell, disguises it as himself, and climbs into the abbé’s burial sack — sewing it shut from the inside. ⸻ New t…

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RED MILLS Special: Spruce Drama, Brash’s Triumph & What’s Next in Riesenbeck & Traverse City 1:00:05

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In this RED MILLS Special, Charlotte and Diarm relive all the drama of the Rolex Grand Prix of Spruce Meadows – from Martin Fuchs’ shock parting with Leone Jei to Brash’s history-making triumph with Hello Jefferson. They also dive into a thrilling Nations Cup where Great Britain claimed their first five-star win of the year, with Donald Whitaker an…

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Alone Again (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 20 – Part 1) 6:24

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Faria lies in his final winding-sheet, a canvas sack on the bed where he once spoke and dreamed with Dantès. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 20, Edmond is left utterly alone, the urge for suicide flickering briefly before grief gives way to a renewed hunger for life and liberty. ⸻ New to the journey? Start from the beginning at: http://countd…

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09/10 Destination 2026 - USMNT Beats Japan + World Cup Qualifying, and Rodrigo De Luna on Mexico's National Team 52:08

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On this episode of Destination 2026 with Glenn Davis... Glenn gives his thoughts on the USMNT 2-0 win over Japan Glenn also discusses who should make up the USMNT starting lineup for the World Cup Lots of talk about World Cup qualifying matches going on around the globe Rodrigo De Luna joined the show to discuss the state of Mexico's national team …

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The Sack (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 19 – Part 11) 10:16

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The governor orders Faria’s body to be “decently interred” in a sack — and with no chaplain present, there will be no mass. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 19, Dantès listens to crude jokes and indifference as the abbé’s body is prepared for burial that evening. Once the cell is empty and silent, Edmond cautiously lifts the flagstone and emer…

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09/09 Hour 2 - UH Head Women's Soccer Coach Ben Williams and Player Krysten Kizer + Soccer Matters Correspondent Federico DiMichelis and Concacaf writer Victor Araiza 46:52

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UH womens head coach Ben Williams and player Krysten Kizer on win new culture, defeating Texas, Big 12 competition and the new Cougars! Federico DiMichelis Soccer Matters correspondent, Victor Araiza Concacaf Journalist join me to take Houston Dynamo, World Cup qualifiers and more. Dynamo fan audio is passionate! USMNT and Mexico talk as well!…

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09/09 Hour 1 - Jane Campbell Houston Dash GK Live on Site + World Cup Qualifying 51:19

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Glenn catches us up on World Cup qualifying, USMNT and more. Houston Dash goalkeeper Jane Campbell live and in the house on recent Dash success, influences, being a goalkeeper and more!By Glenn Davis Soccer

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The Final Proof (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 19 – Part 10) 10:16

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The governor insists on the legal formalities for confirming Faria’s death, and the doctor orders the irons to be heated. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 19, Dantès listens in horror as the smell of burning flesh fills the air. The doctor declares the abbé dead beyond doubt, calling his obsession with the treasure “monomania,” even as others …

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“Happy in His Folly” (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 19 – Part 9) 8:46

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From the hidden passage, Dantès overhears the turnkey’s crude jokes about Faria’s death — and the governor’s return with the doctor to confirm it. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 19, the physician examines the abbé’s body twice, declaring him dead, while Dantès listens in indignation at their casual words about the man he revered. ⸻ New to th…

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Alone with a Corpse (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 19 – Part 8) 7:14

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As dawn breaks, Dantès’ last doubts fade — Faria is dead. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 19, Edmond closes the secret passage just in time for the jailer’s arrival, then returns to overhear the discovery of the body. He listens to the shouts for help, the tramp of soldiers, the governor’s orders, and the mingled pity and cruel laughter of th…

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The Last Attempt (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 19 – Part 7) 8:32

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Dantès waits for the moment to give the restorative, counting twelve drops, then the rest of the phial when no change comes. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 19, a violent tremor shakes Faria’s body, but the spark of life fades. Edmond feels the heartbeat slow, then stop entirely, as the abbé’s eyes remain open in stillness. ⸻ New to the journ…

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Nancy Silverton, y’all. Plus, did our first visit to Kato live up to the hype? 1:42:29

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Today on The LA Food Podcast, we’re joined by none other than Nancy Silverton — LA’s Queen of Carbohydrates, President of Pizza, and Secretary of Sourdough. Recorded at Osteria Mozza, our free-flowing conversation covers Nancy’s legendary career, her impact on multiple eras of Los Angeles dining, and why she continues to bring new and exciting conc…

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Monte Cristo — Forget Not Monte Cristo (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 19 – Part 6) 8:32

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In the final moments of his life, Faria blesses Dantès and reaffirms the treasure’s reality, urging him to claim it if he ever escapes. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 19, a violent convulsion overtakes the abbé, his strength fades, and with his last breath he repeats the words that have bound their fates together: “Monte Cristo — forget not …

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The Last Chance (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 19 – Part 5) 7:43

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Faria insists there is no hope, but Dantès refuses to give up. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 19, Edmond retrieves the remaining “magic draught” and begs for instructions. The abbé tells him to act quickly — administering twelve drops instead of ten, and, if needed, the rest — as the chill of death creeps through his body. ⸻ New to the journ…

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FLAIR Overview Show: Stars of the Summer 2025 51:44

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It’s been a huge summer of show jumping, and the Flair Overview team is back to unpack the highlights. From Nina Mallevaey's breakthrough five-star Grand Prix win to Laura Kraut’s emotional Dublin triumph, plus the rise of young French talent and the US riders’ hot streak, this episode dives into the stories behind the results. Episode Highlights N…

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Frankenstein: Mary Shelley’s Dark Creation 59:00

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Send us a text Join the Curious Explorers they count down to Spooky Season with Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. Grab a cup of tea (or perhaps a glass of wine) as Kathy does a deep dive into the complex, tragic, and deeply human narrative that birthed one of literature’s most iconic monsters. The ladies also ponder Frankenstein’s eerie and prescient th…

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09/03 Destination 2026 - Former USMNT Player Hugo Pérez + World Cup Memories 49:55

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This edition of Destination 2026 includes callers re-counting their World Cup moments, Hugo Perez who was a part of 2 World Cups joins Glenn to discuss playing in rarified air and provides behind the scenes insight. Also, Stephanie Leal who designed the Houston World Cup 2026 poster tells us about the process, and then tells us who her favorite tea…

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The Third Attack Begins (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 19 – Part 4) 6:12

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In the night, Dantès hears his name called from Faria’s cell — and finds the abbé gripped by the familiar, terrible symptoms of his illness. In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 19, Faria stops Edmond from calling for help, urging him instead to think of his own survival. Believing his death near, the old man calls it Providence, freeing Dantès fr…