Welcome to your podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Stories are a mix of familiar and original works featuring music and sound effects to help immerse you in the world you're visiting. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the day, or a guide to help enter your dreamland - Afterlight Fictions is here when you need it.
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Jonathan Marsh Podcasts
This is a monthly podcast designed for healthcare workers looking to sharpen their minds and clinical skills. In each episode, we'll sit down and talk with an active healthcare professional as they reflect on some of their experience and expertise. We'll look to apply what we learn in a way that not only benefits you, but those around you. All specialties and topics are fair game, so come join your host and Simulation Coordinator, Jonathan Marsh, to hear more High-Fidelity Conversations!
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Maybe you’ve laid awake and imagined how it could have been, how it might yet be, but the moment to act was never right. Well, the moment is here and the podcast making it happen is Heavyweight. Join Jonathan Goldstein for road trips, thorny reunions, and difficult conversations as he backpedals his way into the past like a therapist with a time machine.
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Have you ever dreamed of writing the next Hollywood blockbuster, but don’t know where to start? Listen as three desperate screenwriters (Cook County Social Club) meet each week to read from a new, original screenplay and swap tales from the trenches of Tinseltown. All with the goal of pitching the best script to legendary producer Dutch Huxley! As one lead after another falls apart, we wonder whether their Hollywood dreams, and their friendship, will survive this journey. Special guests incl ...
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Formerly afikra's Book Club, this podcast series calls on anyone who is interested in literature from the Arab world to spend time reading along with the entire afikra community and discover some of the best books and writers that came out of the region. We interview Arab authors about books they’ve written in Arabic or English (and sometimes French), and non-Arab authors who have written extensively about the region, delving into their literary journey until present day. We also invite book ...
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He had just turned 14 when he sawed off his father’s shotgun, skipped school, and robbed a bank for $40,000. Now, 33 years later, he wants to apologize to the people he harmed that day. Get ad-free episodes of Heavyweight by subscribing to Pushkin+ on Apple Podcasts or Pushkin.fm. You'll also get an exclusive bonus episode where Jonathan, Stevie, a…
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[Ep24] A simple, evening walk turns into much more ... Original story and narration by Jonathan Marsh. XXXXXXXXXXXX (Epidemic Sound Resources) Music Beryllium by Farrell Wooten Sound FX Rock Water Fountain, Continuous Flow, Water Hitting Rocks, Plants (MS) Geese, Multiple, Call, Fly Away Crickets, Night, Distant Traffic, Distant Voices 01 Tropical,…
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[Ep23] A simple, evening walk turns into much more ... Original story and narration by Jonathan Marsh. Tap here to text the show and say hello! Support the show Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end the…
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[Ep22] Curiosity gets the best of a bear who ends up insulting the willow-wren's children. The consequences end up entangling all of the creatures in the forest. Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh XXXXXXXXXXXX (Epidemic Sound Resources) Music Thieving Squirrels by The Fly Guy Five Pitfall by Arthur…
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[Ep21] Curiosity gets the best of a bear who ends up insulting the willow-wren's children. The consequences end up entangling all of the creatures in the forest. Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh Tap here to text the show and say hello! Support the show Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoyin…
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[Ep20] Is he a mad man, or are his actions justified? The story of a man driven to extremes. Original story by Edgar Allan Poe. Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh. XXXXXXXXXXXX (Epidemic Sound Resources) Music Sleep Forever by Luella Gren Are You Alone? By Victor Lundberg Mental Stillness by Jay Varton Sound FX Cinematic, 75 BPM; 115 Beats Per…
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As a senior in high school, Michael got a huge opportunity: the chance to star in a big-budget movie. Shooting wrapped; a premier date was set. And then he found out that his lucky break was all based on a lie. Get ad-free episodes of Heavyweight by subscribing to Pushkin+ on Apple Podcasts or Pushkin.fm. You'll also get an exclusive bonus episode …
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Gregor's parents are pushing 90. Gregor wants to move them out of their big Victorian home. But they refuse. So, he's come up with a bold plan. You can find Etta’s work on Instagram @ettabehrlich Get ad-free episodes of Heavyweight by subscribing to Pushkin+ on Apple Podcasts or Pushkin.fm. You'll also get an exclusive bonus episode where Jonathan,…
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A look at what’s to come this season. Heavyweight returns on September 18. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Pushkin+ subscribers can get all episodes ad-free! Sign up on the Heavyweight Apple show page or at pushkin.fm/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Pushkin Industries
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The Hollow Half: a Memoir of Bodies and Borders | Sarah Aziza
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1:01:19The author discussed her multigenerational Palestinian family memoir "The Hollow Half: A Memoir of Bodies and Borders," which spans from mandate Palestine to the present day. Sarah Aziza reflects on her relationship with her Palestinian identity, the complexities of being "half" something, and her lifelong journey with the Arabic language. The conv…
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2025 Updates | Pausing the podcast for a moment
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3:46[Bonus Episode] Simulation lab shenanigans are happening behind-the-scenes, so we're pausing the podcast while things get caught up. We'll be back in a few months - so keep an eye out for an announcement episode that states when things start up again. It's okay to listen to other podcasts while we're away ... but don't forget to check back in! The …
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Ihsan Abdel Quddous's Enduring 20th-Century Legacy | Jonathan Smolin
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56:27Professor of Middle Eastern Studies at Dartmouth College, Jonathan Smolin, discusses his book "The Politics of Melodrama: The Cultural and Political Lives of Ihsan Abdel Kouddous and Gamal Abdel Nasser," which examines the life and work of Ihsan Abdel Quddous who played an immense role in shaping 20th-century Arab culture as a prolific writer, jour…
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It’s the last Heavyweight encore before our new season begins on September 18th! This week, we talk to Jonathan's mom about life in the years since her appearance in #15: Dina. During a visit back home, Jonathan’s mother Dina inadvertently admits something that forces him to question his past — and turn the mic on himself. Credits This episode was …
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2025 Update: Leif + A Conversation with Anna Konkle
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55:17For our penultimate Heavyweight encore, we’re joined by Pen15 co-creator Anna Konkle to revisit last season’s junior high drama — #53: Leif. On Valentine’s Day in junior high, Leif was supposed to ask Kalila out. But he never did. Leif’s lack of action that day impacted Kalila’s life to come. And so seventeen years later, she wants to know: what ha…
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This week, we check back in with Joey to answer everyone’s burning question: does he still have a mullet? Years ago, Joey had a very bad day — all due to awkward misunderstandings. Jonathan and Gregor get involved to help him set things right. Credits This episode was produced by Jonathan Goldstein, Kalila Holt, Peter Bresnan, and Stevie Lane, with…
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This week, we talk to Steve Marsh from our episode, The Marshes. The family has changed in ways they could never have guessed at when the story was first published in 2019. After a drunken slip of the tongue, Steve and his siblings discovered a secret their mother had been keeping for almost 40 years. Steve decides to step in and help his mom take …
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Working as a Set Medic | A behind-the-scenes look at the entertainment industry with Ron Pekkala
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34:21[Ep62] Ron Pekkala has more than 20 years of experience working in EMS and he is currently working as a set medic in the California area. Listen in to hear more about what his day-to-day responsibilities are like, how he got into the industry, and what he recommends to anyone considering going into this line of work. Do you have ideas for future gu…
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This week, we’re calling up one of our fan-favorite guests from season two: Rose. Almost twenty years ago, Rose was kicked out of her college sorority. “You know what you did,” was the only explanation she was ever given. All these years later, Rose still wants to know what it is she did. Credits This episode was produced by Jonathan Goldstein, Kal…
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This week, we check back in with Scott to find out what turns his life has taken since the original episode aired in 2019. When Scott was a heroin addict, he crossed a line he thought he would never cross. And he’s been trying to uncross it ever since. Credits This episode was produced by Jonathan Goldstein, Stevie Lane, Kalila Holt, and BA Parker,…
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This week, we catch up with Jonathan's dad about the years since his appearance in our first ever episode — #1 Buzz. Buzz and Sheldon are brothers in their eighties who’ve been estranged for decades. Buzz visits Sheldon to see if there’s still a relationship left to salvage. Credits This episode was produced by Jonathan Goldstein, Wendy Dorr, Chris…
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While the new season is under construction, we’re revisiting some of our favorite episodes and calling up former guests to see what’s happened since. This week: #2 Gregor. 20 years ago, Gregor lent some CDs to a musician friend. The CDs helped make him a famous rockstar. Now, Gregor would like some recognition. But mostly, he wants his CDs back. Cr…
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[Ep19] Is he a mad man, or are his actions justified? The story of a man driven to extremes. Original story by Edgar Allan Poe Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh Tap here to text the show and say hello! Support the show Afterlight Fictions is a podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Whether you are…
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[Ep18] When a peasant seeks advice on how to become a doctor, more than one person takes notice of his supposed skills as Doctor Knowall. Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh (Epidemic Sound Resources) Music In Disguise by The Fly Guy Five Sneaky Business by J.R. Productions Sound FX Horse Hooves, Pa…
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[Ep17] When a peasant seeks advice on how to become a doctor, more than one person takes notice of his supposed skills as Doctor Knowall. Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh Episodes such as this, with "Zzz" in the title, are designed to be more enjoyable for anyone looking to fall asleep. There is …
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[Ep16] Tired, irritated, and confused - our protagonist searches out the reason for his current ailments. Original story and narration by Jonathan Marsh (Epidemic Sound Resources) Music A Funny Soul by Martin Landstrom Sound FX Stairs, Wooden, Rattling, Creaky, Run Up, Down Human, Drinking Coffee, Male, Slurping Golden Retriever, Panting 02 Walking…
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For the better part of his adult life, drinking was Jonathan’s great comfort. But after getting laid off, something changed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Pushkin Industries
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An Example Debrief | The secret sauce in my debriefing sandwich
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30:14[Ep61] We've talked about debriefing on past episodes but now let's go through an actual example of what I say during a mock code debrief. If you still find yourself confused on how a debrief can sound, this episode should help pull all those prior pieces of the puzzle together. Chapter Markers 00:27 - Intro 01:50 - An Example Debrief 10:02 - The B…
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In her year off, Stevie had a lot of time to wait on hold. And Kalila took a hard look at not wanting to be looked at. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Pushkin Industries
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What we’ve been up to, and what’s in store through the coming weeks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Pushkin Industries
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Author Selma Dabbagh | We Wrote In Symbols: Love and Lust By Arab Women Writers
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59:30In this episode of Ehkili, Palestinian writer Selma Dabbagh discusses the influence of her legal background on her storytelling and explores the complexities of her Palestinian identity, particularly in the context of political engagement and activism. The conversation also delves into Dabbagh's novel "Out of It" and her anthology "We Wrote In Symb…
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Short Stories from Arab Cities | Exploring Urban Narratives With the Co-Editors of "Mudun" Reem Khorshid & Faris Bseiso
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48:37In this episode of Ehkili, we speak with Reem Khorshid and Faris Bseiso about their literary project Mudun, published by Kaph Books and supported by the Barjeel Art Foundation. They trace the origins of this anthology of short stories about Arab cities, which began as a pandemic project and grew into a collection featuring narratives both in Arabic…
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Measles | Fast facts about cases, outbreaks, the MMR vaccine and the virus itself
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19:29[Ep60] Listen in on this episode to refresh yourself on some of the general concepts and facts around measles. We'll also include some recent info regarding cases and outbreaks in the United States for 2025. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) Resources General info on measles related to traveling The Epidemiology and Prevention of Vacci…
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3D Printing (Part 1 of 2) | A beginner's guide for healthcare and beyond
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37:51[Ep59] Have you been thinking about getting into 3D printing, but you feel a little overwhelmed with all the options? Perfect! This episode is for you. Listen in on our conversation to learn more about: What should I consider BEFORE I buy anything? What are the different kinds of 3D printing? Are there certain brands that I should look at? Can I pr…
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The Heavyweight team officially has a new home at Pushkin Industries. Tell your friends, your exes… tell the strangers on the subway! And be sure to subscribe now to hear about new episodes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Pushkin Industries
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