Best Endlings Podcasts (2025)

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Campaign 2 S3E43: The Endling, Belmorrak 2:11:58

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The party leads an army to Belmorrak, where the Endling erupts from the ice in a reality-shattering roar. As soldiers battle its lesser spawn, the heroes fight across collapsing ground and searing arcane fire to reach the towering kaiju.By HouseCommonBlood

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Campaign 2 S3E44: End Times 2:21:31

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The world ends with us.By HouseCommonBlood

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Hype or Hope? The Promise of Restoration and Rewilding 31:00

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What can be done with environments that have become degraded through human activity, and how can you set right what has gone wrong? That is the question that Brit Garner and Carla Brown explore in this episode of the podcast. They hear about the problems, challenges - and solutions - on land and in marine environments. Dr Yvonne Walz, the the head …

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Best Books of 2025 33:34

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It's our best books of the year episode! Anna, Amanda and Annie reveal our favourite reads of 2025: Always Home, Always Homesick by Hannah Kent The Safekeep by Yael van der Wouden The Time of the Child by Niall Williams The Granddaughter by Bernhard Schlink translated by Charlotte Collins A Guardian and a Thief by Megan Majhumdar Eurotrash by Chris…

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Episode 57: Jonas Enander, Astropyhsicist 29:47

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Jonas Enander is an astrophysicist whose book is entitled Facing Infinity: Black Holes and Our Place on Earth. Show notes: Jonas Enander Facing Infinity Jonas Enander on Instagram DEVONthink Ed Yong: An Immense World Learn more about Scrivener, and check out the ebook Take Control of Scrivener. If you like the podcast, please follow it on Apple Pod…

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Unequal Ground: How Biodiversity Loss Hits Women Harder 30:29

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The impacts of climate change and biodiversity loss are felt in distinct and often unequal ways. The developing world is often hardest hit and has the least capacity to deal with the consequences of environmental degradation. Most notably it is often women who are hardest hit. In addition, the voices of women are often marginalised when discussing …

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Creation Lake by Rachel Kushner 43:48

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Anna and Geoff discuss their reaction to the 2025 Booker Prize winner, FLESH by David Szalay, and the winner of the Baillie Gifford prize for non-fiction, Australian author Helen Garner for her collection of diaries HOW TO END A STORY. Our book of the week is CREATION LAKE by Rachel Kushner. Her follow-up novel after the Booker-shortlisted Mars Roo…

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Adding to the Kitty: Benefits from Nature - Beyond the Obvious 31:01

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A healthy environment means a healthy planet. But how does nature contribute to the well-being of people - in less direct ways - than the health of the land, air and water? That is the question under the spotlight in this episode of Nature Insight. Brit speaks to Rachelle Gould, an Associate Professor of Environmental Studies at the University Of V…

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In Darwin’s Wake: New Horizons for Nature Science 31:31

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In the first episode of the Nature Insight’s new season, Brit Garner and Rob Spaull set sail - literally and figuratively - on a journey inspired by one of history’s most influential naturalists. In ‘Darwin’s Wake - New Horizons for Nature Science’ they explore how today’s scientists, conservationists and others are influenced by Charles Darwin’s l…

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Campaign 2 S3E42: Siege of Orenchelly's Ice Spire 2:12:38

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Frost giants, a centaur war-chief, and a sea-elf diplomat march to the base of the towering ice spire, rallying their forces against a rising army of enchanted ice statues. Pride poisons every command, giants demand dominance, centaurs refuse to yield, and elves counter with cutting strategy. As the first siege engines shatter frozen walls, blades …

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Join us for season 5! 3:19

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Nature Insight is back for a fifth season! Join Brit, Rob and new addition, Carla, as they speed date with experts who offer unique insights into the values of nature and the world we all share – from the legacy of Darwin and inspirational lessons from indigenous Maori culture to how business both depends on and impacts nature. Subscribe now, for a…

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Flashlight by Susan Choi 39:25

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Anna and Geoff discuss their Booker Prize winner predictions. We haven't read enough of the shortlist to know who will win, but Geoff is tipping THE LAND IN WINTER (a DNF for Anna). Our book of the week is FLASHLIGHT by Susan Choi. This is Choi's follow-up novel after winning the National Book Award for TRUST EXERCISE. It is a sweeping family saga …

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Campaign 2 S3E41: The Treaty of Frostheart 2:00:52

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Frost giants, centaur war-chief, and sea-elf diplomat meet to forge a pact against a rising terror. Pride poisons every word, giants demand command, centaurs refuse to bow, elves slice back with cold wit. A single insult shatters diplomacy; blades draw, hooves thunder, and the ice groans beneath them.…

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Episode 56: Alexander Rose, Historian 30:49

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Alexander Rose is a historian whose latest book, Phantom Fleet, is about how the US Navy captured a German U-Boat on the day before D-Day. Show notes: Alexander Rose Phantom Fleet: The Hunt for Nazi Submarine U-505 and World War II's Most Daring Heist Washington's Spies Spionage (Alexander's Rose's Substack) Voltaire: history of Charles XII, King o…

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Campaign 2 S3E40: Endling-Eater 1:56:18

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The party fights a loose bulette from oh-so-long-ago.By HouseCommonBlood

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Seed with Bri Lee 23:42

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Annie was lucky enough to catch Bri Lee on her book tour for her second novel, Seed. Set in Antarctica, Seed follows two scientists, Mitch and Frances, as they spend a month at the seed vault that they have been creating and protecting. But as strange things keep happening to the facility, culminating in their helicopter failing to pick them up, th…

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Campaign 2 S3E39: Hunting a Shark 2:05:37

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A loose thread raises its head.By HouseCommonBlood

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Episode 47: Multi-passionate and Loving It! 19:07

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In this uplifting episode of Share the Good Juju Positivity Podcast, Julie opens up about what it’s really like to live life as a multi-passionate entrepreneur. From running a coworking space in Jefferson to curating vintage treasures and hosting this very podcast, she shares the joy, chaos, and fulfillment that come from following more than one dr…

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Episode 55: Maria Reva, Booker Longlisted Author of Endling 30:51

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Maria Reva's novel Endling about snails, romance tours, and the war in Ukraine, is longlisted for the Booker Prize. Show notes: Maria Reva Endling Ed Yong: The Last of Its Kind Salvador Plascencia: The People of Paper Booker Prize Facebook post with photos of authors' workspaces Anelise Chen: Clamdown Learn more about Scrivener, and check out the e…

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I Make Envy On Your Disco with Eric Schnall 39:26

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A special episode: Anna chats with author and Tony-award winning Broadway producer Eric Schnall about his debut novel I MAKE ENVY ON YOUR DISCO. Sam Singer flies to Berlin for an art gallery opening, needing a break from his partner in New York. He meets enigmatic hotel receptionist Magda and ex-pat Jeremy, goes clubbing, and discovers the 2000s no…

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Episode 46: Dr. Meghan Waldron - Finding Strength & Following Dreams 27:59

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From lifelong dreamer to academic advisor and entrepreneur, Dr. Megan Waldron has built a life around helping kids thrive. In this inspiring conversation, Megan shares how her love of writing and education led her to create Smart Solutions Tutoring, where she supports children of all ages. A single mom who later blended her family while raising thr…

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Endling by Maria Reva 23:32

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Anna and Annie discuss the settlement offer by Anthropic to pay $1.5bn to settle a book piracy lawsuit and the 2025 National Book Awards fiction longlist. Our book of the week is ENDLING by Maria Reva. Yeva is a snail conservationist in Ukraine who becomes caught up in Nastia and Sol's scheme to disrupt the romance tour industry. A heist ensues but…

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Episode 45: Tiffany Topel Unpacking Your Third Place 30:04

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In our seventh conversation together, Tiffany Topel and I dive into the ideas from Ray Oldenburg's book The Great Good Place and Richard Kyte’s book Finding Your Third Place—and what it really means to discover a space beyond home and work where you feel truly alive. We explore why “third places” matter for our happiness, how to create meaningful c…

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A Woman Talks to Her Tongue with Alison Gorman 22:18

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A special episode: Anna chats with award-winning poet Alison Gorman about her debut poetry collection A WOMAN TALKS TO HER TONGUE. These poems examine family secrets, silences and women's voices. Beautiful and assured, we loved this book. Alison joins us fresh from her sold-out launch in Sydney to discuss the moving themes from the collection and o…

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Campaign 2 S3E38: High Seats, Low Shadows 1:53:16

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A raucous feast with giants hides a creeping danger in the fortress, by dawn the adventurers will learn if the banquet bought them allies or bait.By HouseCommonBlood

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Episode #44: 5 Simple Joy Hacks to Boost Your Mood 8:10

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5 Simple Joy Hacks: Quick Ways to Boost Your Mood in Under 5 Minutes Need a pick-me-up fast? In this episode of Share the Good Juju Positivity Podcast, Julie shares her favorite “joy hacks”—simple, practical ways to shift your mood and bring back positive energy in five minutes or less. From blasting your favorite song to stepping outside for a qui…

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Episode #43 The Ripple Effect of Positivity 13:43

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Like a pebble dropped into water, our words, energy, and actions ripple out farther than we realize. In this uplifting episode, Julie explores how even the smallest gestures—like a smile or kind word—can shift someone’s entire day and create a chain reaction of positivity. Tune in for real-life stories, practical ways to create ripples, and a gentl…

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Episode 54: Tim Queeney, Author of a History of Rope 29:15

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Tim Queeney is an experienced sailor, and his latest book is a Rope: How a Bundle of Twisted Fibers Became the Backbone of Civilization. Show notes: Tim Queeney Rope Knot (unit) - Wikipedia Sarah Wynn-Williams: Careless People Learn more about Scrivener, and check out the ebook Take Control of Scrivener. If you like the podcast, please follow it on…

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Flesh by David Szalay 33:25

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Anna and Geoff discuss Sally Rooney pledging royalties to Palestine Action and the Library of South Australia being second on the list of the world's most beautiful libraries. Our book of the week is FLESH, the new novel by David Szalay which has been long-listed for the 2025 Booker Prize. It tells the story of Istvan, a Hungarian British man, in a…

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Episode #42: Rewiring Your Mind for Positivity 11:38

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Our brains are naturally wired to notice what’s wrong—but that doesn’t mean we’re stuck there. In this uplifting episode of Share the Good Juju Podcast, Julie shows you how to train your brain to look for what’s working by collecting evidence for the good. Through simple practices and mindset shifts, you’ll learn how to rewire your thoughts, replac…

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Campaign 2 S3E37: YEETi 2:02:16

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Wind blows through ice covered columns as the party moves across a half buried ruin. Huge, furred hunters with frost in their coats slip between broken statues. Torches flare, swords ring, and each breath fogs the air. Hold the path or be lost to the storm and the pack.By HouseCommonBlood

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Comfort Reading Recommendations for 2025 34:53

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Anna and Annie discuss the 2025 Booker Prize Longlist. We have many comfort reading recommendations! Here are some of the books discussed: DEAD GIRL GONE by Gareth and Louise Ward THE THURSDAY MURDER CLUB series and WE SOLVE MURDERS by Richard Osman IN SPITE OF YOU by Patrick Lenton CONSIDER YOURSELF KISSED by Jessica Stanley THE WEDDING FORECAST b…

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Campaign 2 S3E36: Ocarina of Time? 1:56:16

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Accused of kidnapping the giant chieftain’s shaman, his mother, the players must negotiate to avoid bloodshed while they quietly investigate her chamber. There they uncover astonishing musical magic connected to the shaman.By HouseCommonBlood

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Episode #41: What if it Works Out? Rewriting the Story of Fear 12:43

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Fear has a way of taking the driver’s seat, whispering worst-case scenarios and convincing us to play small. But what if we changed the question? In this empowering episode of Share the Good Juju Podcast, Julie invites you to flip the script from “What if it all goes wrong?” to “What if it works out?” She shares personal stories of taking leaps bef…

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Campaign 2 Season 3 Oneshot: Sarcophagus of CordeRosa 1:51:38

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A caretaker of an orphanage slumbers, and a group of nerdowells wishes to disturb them.By HouseCommonBlood

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Episode 53: Isabella Valeri, Author of Letters from the Dead 29:27

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Isabella Valeri's first novel, Letters from the Dead, is the story of a wealthy dynastic family and its secrets. Isabella lives under an assumed name somewhere in the Alps. Show notes: Isabella Valeri Letters from the Dead Napoleon on Board the Bellerophon, Sir William Quiller Orchardson How To Write A Novel Using The Snowflake Method Erin Morgenst…

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Episode #40: Synara Brown: Patience, Positivity, and the Power of Persistence 35:25

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In this episode of Share the Good Juju, I sit down with Synara Brown, a Red Diamond leader with Tranont and a shining example of what it means to lead with heart, hustle, and unwavering faith. Synara shares the mindset behind her success, how she learned to “wait for the no,” and why too many people give up before the magic happens. We talk about t…

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Perfection by Vincent Latronico translated by Sophie Hughes 21:36

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Anna and Geoff discuss PERFECTION by Vincent Latronico translated by Sophie Hughes. PERFECTION is a short novel about Tom and Anna, digital nomads living in Berlin. A re-telling of the cult classic 1960s novel The Things by Georges Perec, it examines a couple who have built a stylish life but find themselves disilusioned. Perfection was shortlisted…

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#39: Signs, Symbols & Synchronicity: Is the Universe Trying to Tell You Something? 9:38

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Ever see 11:11 on the clock… again? Or get a weird gut feeling that turns out to be spot on? 👀✨ This week on the Share the Good Juju podcast, we’re getting a little mystical. I’m talking about signs, symbols, and synchronicity—those little nudges that make you wonder, “Is the universe trying to tell me something?” 🔮 Repeating numbers 🦋 Animal messe…

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The Director by Daniel Kehlmann translated by Ross Benjamin 24:23

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Anna and Geoff discuss THE DIRECTOR by best-selling author of MEASURING THE WORLD and TYLL Daniel Kehlmann, translated by Ross Benjamin. THE DIRECTOR tells the story of cinema director G. W. Pabst, who in the 1930s fled Nazi Germany for Hollywood and then returned to make films for the German Reich. This novel explores Pabst's moral dilemma and the…

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Episode #38: Reset & Rise: How to Come Back After a Setback 14:13

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In this heartfelt episode of Share the Good Juju Positivity Podcast, Julie opens up about what it really feels like to hit a wall—and how to rise from it. Whether you’re facing burnout, emotional exhaustion, or a personal setback, this episode offers grace, truth, and tangible steps to help you reset. With honest storytelling and soulful encouragem…

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Episode 37: Progress Over Perfection - The Messy Middle is Still Movement 17:06

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In this episode of Share the Good Juju, we’re talking about the not-so-glamorous part of any journey: the messy middle. That in-between space where motivation fades, progress feels invisible, and you start wondering if you’re even doing it right. Whether you’re chasing a personal goal, navigating a life transition, or just trying to make it through…

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Campaign 2 S3E35: Ice to Sneak You 2:25:55

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Under a pale moon, two party members slip through ice-cracked corridors to uncover a hidden runed alcove, its secrets long buried in frost. Meanwhile, the remainder of the group parley with the Jarl in the throne hall, exchanging offers of peace and veiled threats in the silent chill.By HouseCommonBlood

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Episode 36: When Life Feels Hard: Finding Light in the Dark 14:02

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Life can feel brutally hard sometimes—grief, anxiety, loss, loneliness, burnout, heartbreak. In this episode, Julie opens up about the reality of tough times, what to do when it feels like the weight is too heavy, and offers small, real, and doable ways to find your footing again. If you’re in the dark right now, this one’s for you. You’re not alon…

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Episode 52: Jane Friedman, Publishing Industry Specialist 30:11

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Jane Friedman has been analyzing and reporting on the publishing business for more than 25 years. Her latest book is the second edition of The Business of Being a Writer. Show notes: Jane Friedman The Business of Being a Writer The School of Life: How to Reform Capitalism Learn more about Scrivener, and check out the ebook Take Control of Scrivener…