Best Robert Darby Podcasts (2025)

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JOHN BARROWMAN: Full Transparency, Reclaiming Control & the Fan Who Saved His Life 1:25:38

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John Barrowman (Doctor Who, Torchwood) joins us this week for a transparent conversation about the facts and fiction of his contentious actions on set in the past and the dangerous fallout as a result of it in the present. John owns up to his actions while reflecting on how this period of time lead to some dark thoughts and plans; one of which was …

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MATT JONES: Family Over Fame, Breaking Bad Anxiety & Typecast Exhaustion 1:20:25

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Matt Jones (Breaking Bad, Mom) joins us this week to share how growing up in a tumultuous household shaped him into a devoted family man who prioritizes his family over fame. Matt talks candidly about the dichotomy between who he prides himself to be versus the offbeat, aloof characters he gets typecast as. We also talk about the anxiety he experie…

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KEVIN POLLAK: Precocious to Cocky, Happy Accidents on Set & Self Soothing Impressions 1:24:04

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Kevin Pollak (The Usual Suspects, A Few Good Men) joins us this week to share how he was able to ‘fake it til he made’ it and rise to the different opportunities afforded in his career that have cemented his legacy in film history. Kevin talks about his background as a comic and how it drives his hunger to keep creating in this industry. We also re…

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Book Banter with Rayna Featuring Brad Richard, Mona Lisa Saloy, Alison Pelegrin & Karisma Price 59:24

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This episode brings together four acclaimed poets to reflect on the state of the New Orleans and the world of poetry in the years since Hurricane Katrina. We will begin the evening with Brad Richard to discuss the new edition of his collection Motion Studies. Throughout the hour poets Mona Lisa Saloy, Alison Pelegrin and Karisma Price will join the…

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BOBBY LEE: No More Lies, Boundary Setting & Strength in Sobriety 1:32:22

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Bobby Lee (MADtv, Bad Friends) joins us again this week for an open and honest conversation about maturing with success and learning the importance of setting boundaries to help improve your self confidence and sanity. After we talk about Coldplay we get into Bobby’s uncomfortability in social situations and the humor and fibs that have been his cr…

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Book Banter with Rayna Featuring Robert Fieseler 1:03:13

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This episode of Book Banter with Rayna takes you right into the buzz of a live event at Blue Cypress Books! I had the joy of sitting down with award-winning author Robert Fieseler to dive into his riveting new book, American Scare: Florida’s Hidden Cold War on Black and Queer Lives. It was an unforgettable night of history, storytelling, and commun…

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Medium JOHN EDWARD: His Forbidden Passion, Stories From the Other Side & Losing Dr. Phil 1:28:26

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World renowned medium John Edward (Evolve+) joins us this week to share his introduction to reading energy and unique stories throughout his career of reading for people. John talks about his experience of reading under pressure while on TV and the day that evidently got him blackballed from the Dr. Phil show. We also talk about the public’s cynici…

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DAVID TENNANT: Doctor Who Coincidences, Anxiety Management & Embracing Your Inner-child 1:14:47

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David Tennant (Doctor Who, Broadchurch) joins us this week to share his perspective on managing stress and anxiety with difficult roles as an actor, all the while embracing your inner child to maintain a sense of joy in your work. David talks about the surreal nature of getting to play Doctor Who after growing up watching the character; while notin…

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LAURA VANDERVOORT: Dropping Expectations, Smallville Regrets & Giving Yourself Grace 1:02:55

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Laura Vandervoort (Bitten, Smallville) joins me this week to discuss her journey in this industry and how her experience has helped her develop a newfound self acceptance and patience. Laura talks about her mindset joining Smallville and why her connection to Bitten lead to one of the greatest heartbreaks in her acting career. We also get into the …

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DANIELLE PANABAKER: Staying Practical, Gratitude for The Flash & Real Problems for Child Actors 1:01:22

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Danielle Panabaker (The Flash, Sky High) joins me again to share how she balances a practical approach to life alongside success, fame, and motherhood in Hollywood. Danielle opens up a lot about her time on The Flash - from issues with crossovers, to gratitude for the 180+ episodes she was in, to the reality of negotiations behind the scenes. We al…

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Book Banter with Rayna Featuring Darby Baham 34:38

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What if choosing love meant risking the friendship you’ve always relied on? In this episode of Book Banter, we talk with Darby Baham about A Risk Worth Taking—a charming and emotionally layered friends-to-lovers romance that throws a love triangle into the mix. Set in New York, this novel explores connection, loyalty, and the complicated choices we…

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TOM WELLING: Relationship With Smallville, Safety in Creativity & Maturing With Fame 1:07:08

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Tom Welling (Smallville, Lucifer) joins us this week for a reflective and honest conversation about the weight of carrying a legacy role, the pressure that came with it, and how his relationship with Smallville has evolved over the years. Tom talks about the unexpecte fallout from fame at a young age, the creative safety he’s found on set, and the …

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41. Early Menopause & The Search For Answers 1:06:41

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What happens when your body's alarm bells are ringing, but doctors keep hitting snooze? For Lisa Peterson, a body transformation coach and mother of three, this nightmare became reality when her health crashed at age 39. Host Emily Murphy and Lisa discuss the dangers of synthetic hormones, why standard thyroid testing fails so many women, and how o…

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Arise Sir Gavin Ep 107 SOAPBOX DARBY 1:35:54

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A chat with Gavin Warren. About the world as we 'know' it. Catch up link on my breakfast show on Voice FM Ballarat. Link Here https://archive.org/details/@the_darbys_aka_robert_and_roy_darby https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/robertdarby902 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/robdarby https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPKGQJbaz5E https://www.facebook.com/rober…

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MORENA BACCARIN: Playing Hardball, Jumping Into CBS Spinoffs & Standing Up For Yourself 1:03:48

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Morena Baccarin (Deadpool, Greenland) joins us again this week to open up about the complexities of not taking things too personally but also having the backbone to stand up for yourself when someone crossed the line. Morena talks about the perspective she’s gained in motherhood and the difficult decision she made to jump back into network TV with …

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ANSON MOUNT: Star Trek Concerns, Unexpected Blowback & Staying in the Moment 1:08:07

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Anson Mount (Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Hell on Wheels) joins us this week for a grounded and honest conversation about fatherhood, patience, and finding perspective. Anson talks a lot about Strange New Worlds… getting into the responsibility he feels playing Captain Pike and the surprising fan backlash against casting in the series. We also ta…

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Book Banter with Rayna Featuring Margie Fuston 44:38

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What if finding a vampire was your last shot at saving someone you love? In this episode of Book Banter, we sink our teeth into Margie Fuston’s emotionally charged and darkly magical YA novel Vampires, Hearts, and Other Dead Things. It’s a story about grief, girlhood, and the desperate hope that maybe—just maybe—the impossible might be real. — Abou…

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JOSH DUHAMEL: Overcoming Self-Doubt, Intensity on Transformers & Finding Purpose in Fatherhood 1:12:56

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Josh Duhamel (Ransom Canyon, Transformers) joins me to share his journey from battling self-doubt early in his career to finding purpose through fatherhood later in life. Josh opens up about his passion for men’s health and helping others focus on feeling and looking their best through his new brand Gatlan. We also talk about the intensity surround…

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Book Banter with Rayna Featuring Danielle Dreilinger 55:28

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Ever wonder how home ec went from baking pies to building parachutes? In this episode of Book Banter, we chat with Danielle Dreilinger about The Secret History of Home Economics—a fierce, fascinating, and wildly underrated slice of feminist history. From the classroom to the cosmos, the women behind home economics changed the world in ways you’ve p…

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JULIE BOWEN: Staying Accessible, Embracing Her Modern Family & Avoiding the ‘Game of More’ 1:09:36

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Julie Bowen (Modern Family, Happy Gilmore) joins us this week so share how her upbringing helped shape her into the accessible, compliment averse, ‘girl next door’ that audiences love. Julie was a treat this week - she talks about the casting experience during Modern Family while giving love to each of her casemates for their role in her life. We a…

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Book Banter with Rayna Featuring Maddie Hannan 29:07

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In this episode of Book Banter we talk with Madi Hannan about art, pets and her children's picture book, Scrim on the Run. - Author/Illustrator of Scrim on the Run, Madi Hannan, known as “Madicat” in her art career, is a high school science teacher by day and an avid creative by night. When she’s not busy bringing characters to life with her signat…

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SARAH SILVERMAN: Finding Humor in Tragedy, Standing Up for Yourself & Life Hacks for Rage 1:15:32

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Sarah Silverman (PostMortem, The Sarah Silverman Program) joins us this week for a deep conversation about depression, loss, friendship, and Call of Duty. Sarah talks about her newest special PostMortem and her ability to pull humor from the tragic events in her life. We also get into traumatic experiences that shaped her early career, balancing a …

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SCOTT PORTER: Twists in Ginny & Georgia, Chasing Friday Night Lights & Combining Math and Music 1:13:57

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Scott Porter (Ginny & Georgia, Friday Night Lights) joins me this week to discuss his transition from singing wide receiver to acting and how his pursuit in Hollywood allowed him to reconnect with lost family. Scott talks about the unexpected challenges and growth he’s experienced on Ginny & Georgia, including the surprises of the ‘balance’ show’s …

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MING-NA WEN: Honoring Karate Kid, Dealing with Nerves & Women’s Reward for the Human Race 1:08:38

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Ming-Na Wen (Mulan, The Mandalorian) joins us in person this week to talk about the experience of her new film Karate Kid: Legends - from the nerves of working with her idol Jackie Chan to the tone of wanting to honor the legacy of the Karate Kid franchise. Ming-Na opens up about outside perspectives on her tenure in this industry and why she began…

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Book Banter with Rayna Featuring M. A. Nicholson 30:44

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In this episode of Book Banter with Rayna, we talk with poet M. A. Nicholson about her luminous debut collection, Around the Gate. Set against the vivid backdrop of New Orleans, her poems blend the personal and the communal, inviting readers to slow down and look closely at the world—and at themselves. We explore how place and history shape her wor…

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MICHAEL & DANNY PHILIPPOU (Bring Her Back) Turning Obsession Into a Career & Overcoming Rejection 1:19:59

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Danny & Michael Philippou (Talk to Me, Bring Her Back) join us this week for a fun conversation about how their obsession with creation and filmmaking cultivated into a critically acclaimed career, progressing through YouTube fame and into Hollywood with ‘Talk to Me’ and ‘Bring Her Back.’ These guys were an absolute treat this week… We talk about t…

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On the way to and at The Roy Boys Muma Chens Footscray Ep 106 1:58:15

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The Roy Boys at Muma Chens in Footscray 31st May 2025 and the podcast bits on the way to the show. Catch up link on my breakfast show on Voice FM Ballarat. Link Here https://archive.org/details/@the_darbys_aka_robert_and_roy_darby https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/robertdarby902 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/robdarby https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hP…

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40. Boost Energy & Libido: Testosterone's Impact on Your Life 43:14

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Feeling like you're just watching your life go by instead of living it? That profound sense of disengagement could be your hormones. Hormone specialist Erin Tongue, APRN, shares her journey into hormone optimization that began with witnessing her husband's transformation after testosterone therapy. Despite being told by multiple endocrinologists th…

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Book Banter with Rayna Featuring David Valdes 45:38

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In this episode of Book Banter with Rayna, we talk with author David Valdes about his fun, heartfelt YA novel Spin Me Right Round. We dive into the book’s time-travel twist, its celebration of queer identity, and how David brings both humor and heart to stories about being seen and finding your place. Plus, he shares what inspired the book and why …

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KAT MCNAMARA: Turning the Other Cheek, Dealing With Rejection & Supporting the Big Slick 1:12:52

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💙 support Big Slick! https://bigslickkc.org/ Katherine McNamara (Shadowhunters, Arrow) joins again this week to catch us up on her life over the last few years and the idea of staying busy to engage your brain and maintain happiness. Kat discusses her process for dealing with rejection while remembering fond times on set with cast and crew during s…

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Book Banter with Rayna Featuring Aaron Reynolds 54:11

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In this episode of Book Banter with Rayna, we talk with Aaron Reynolds, the creator of Effin’ Birds, the wildly funny and delightfully irreverent comic that blends vintage illustrations with modern-day snark. We dive into the origins of his foul-mouthed feathered phenomenon, how he turns frustration into hilarity, and why swearing birds have struck…

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ELIZABETH TULLOCH: Farewell to Lois Lane, Reflections on Contentious Upbringing & Her Journey Into Motherhood 1:25:33

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Elizabeth Tulloch (Superman & Lois, Grimm) joins us this week to share reflections on her tumultuous upbringing, inclusive of how it lead to her costarring alongside Superman for 4 seasons and evidently shaping how she parents today. Bitsie talks about the key to gratitude and how she learned about the healing powers behind being of service for oth…

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Book Banter with Rayna Featuring Bethany Mangle 55:37

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In this episode of Book Banter with Rayna, we talk with author Bethany Mangle about her witty and heartfelt YA novels. We explore how she balances humor with emotional depth, the relatable teen experiences that inspire her stories, and the way she writes strong, complicated characters finding their way. Plus, she shares what draws her to writing ab…

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TYLER HOECHLIN: Saying Goodbye to Superman, Embracing Tough Love & Choosing Baseball Over Twilight 1:17:18

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Tyler Hoechlin (Superman & Lois, Teen Wolf) joins us this week to share how he’s been able to intertwine a tough-love sports upbringing with newfound vulnerability to find success in fan beloved franchises. Tyler reflects on the improbable run of Superman & Lois amidst the multiple different industry curveballs thrown their way, while recalling his…

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Book Banter with Rayna Featuring Rien Fertel 52:34

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In this episode of Book Banter with Rayna, we talk with author Rien Fertel about his rich and reflective writing on Southern history and culture. We dive into the personal threads that run through his work, how he brings forgotten stories and voices to the forefront, and what it means to write about place with both reverence and critique. - Rien Fe…

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Book Banter with Rayna Featuring Julia Ridley Smith 34:15

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In this episode of Book Banter with Rayna, we talk with author Julia Ridley Smith about her sharp, funny, and insightful new book, Sex Romp Gone Wrong. We dig into the stories behind the title, the humor and heart that shape her characters, plus we talk about some of the books we're reading now. - Julia Ridley Smith is the author of Sex Romp Gone W…

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Book Banter with Rayna Featuring Jared M. Bentley 40:18

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In this episode of Book Banter with Rayna, we talk with author Jared M. Bentley about his sharp and heartfelt sci-fi debut, Robots, Please. We explore the story’s blend of humor, humanity, and artificial intelligence, as well as the themes of loneliness, connection, and what it means to be truly alive in a world built by machines. - Jared M. Bentle…

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DAMIEN LEONE: Creating TERRIFIER, Intensity with Art the Killer-Clown & the Power of Horror 1:10:40

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Damien Leone (Terrifier) joins us this week to share everything about the intense horror and word of mouth rise behind the Terrifier franchise. Damien talks about his origins in filmmaking, how he learned about the power of horror in being able to scare adults, and how his passion for effect and storytelling helped him create an iconic horror villa…

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Book Banter with Rayna Featuring TQ Sims 27:29

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In this episode of Book Banter with Rayna, we talk with author TQ Sims about their bold and tender sci-fi romance, Lovers in Arms. We dive into the themes of queer love, resistance, and chosen family that pulse through the story, and how TQ crafts emotionally rich worlds that feel both epic and intimate. - TQ Sims crafts engaging stories that cente…

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WIL WHEATON: Protecting Your Younger Self, Star Trek Validation & Giving Breaks With ‘Storytime’ 1:19:14

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Wil Wheaton (Star Trek, The Big Bang Theory) joins us again this week to follow up our first conversation about his trauma recovery, being a survivor of child abuse and isolation from his family. Wil talks about the experience of re-traumatizing himself to expose what still needs to be worked on while sharing the tactics he uses to prioritize his c…

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Book Banter with Rayna Featuring Anita Felicelli 30:36

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In this episode of Book Banter with Rayna, we talk with author Anita Felicelli about her imaginative and genre-blending work. We explore the intersections of identity, science fiction, and philosophy in her writing, and how she uses speculative storytelling to ask big questions about reality, memory, and belonging. - Anita edits Alta Journal‘s Cali…

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JAY MOHR: Profound Self Revelations, Dueling Impressions & His Addiction to Approval 1:19:04

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Jay Mohr (Jerry Maguire, SNL) joins us this week for an absolutely amazing conversation… one that’ll make you self reflect on your life while cracking up at the same time. Jay talks about his earliest drug (approval) and how seeking it lead to success in comedy but difficulties in show business, ala SNL. We also talk about accepting responsibility …

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Book Banter with Rayna Featuring Mike Miley 33:36

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In this episode of Book Banter with Rayna, we talk with author Mike Miley about his new book, David Lynch's American Dreamscape: Music, Literature, Cinema. We explore the intersection of literature, film, and memory in his writing, as well as how storytelling shapes our understanding of the world. - Mike Miley teaches literature at Metairie Park Co…

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ASHLEY GREENE: Revisiting Twilight Emotions & Confronting Perfectionism 1:15:01

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Ashley Greene (Twilight) joins us this week to share how she manifested a role in the massively popular Twilight film franchise and how her life was never the same after it. Ashley talks about the ‘come down’ after Twilight and how it took some time for her to learn how to have fun again in this industry. We also talk about hiding panic attacks fro…

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Cancer Cured My Invermectin EP 105 Soapbox Darby 2:48:49

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Catch up on the breakfast show. Link Here https://archive.org/details/@the_darbys_aka_robert_and_roy_darby https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/robertdarby902 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/robdarby https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPKGQJbaz5E https://www.facebook.com/robert.darby.902 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEzLGIpPGLVUdDkZXEbiaTw https://www.you…

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Muriel Cooper Interview Up Shit Creek In A Barbed Wire Canoe 43:49

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My interview with Muriel Cooper about her new book, 'Up Shit Creek in a Barbed Wire Canoe and How to Cope with it. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/robertdarby902 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/robdarby https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPKGQJbaz5E https://www.facebook.com/robert.darby.902 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEzLGIpPGLVUdDkZXEbiaTw https:/…

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Book Banter with Rayna Featuring Julie Leong 39:20

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In this episode of Book Banter with Rayna, we talk with author Julie Leong about her lyrical storytelling, how the right person giving you encouragement can push you to write your book and cats, all the cats. We explore the themes of fate, resilience, and human connection that weave through The Teller of Small Fortunes. Plus, she gives us a glimpse…

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EMILY BETT RICKARDS: Fitting Out, Getting Jacked & Becoming Queen of the Ring 1:10:55

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Emily Bett Rickards (Queen of the Ring, Arrow) joins us this week to share her experience going from canine caretaker to landing a recurring role on a fan beloved series and eventually getting cast sight unseen for a life changing opportunity as Mildred Burke in Queen of the Ring. Emily opens up about not fitting in and shares how her positive rela…

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Book Banter with Rayna Featuring Darby Baham 36:14

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In this episode of Book Banter with Rayna, we talk with author Darby Baham about her charming and heartfelt romance novels. We explore the themes of love, personal growth, and Black joy that shine through her stories, as well as how she crafts relatable characters and swoon-worthy moments. Plus, she shares insights into her writing process and what…

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AARON ASHMORE: Learning From Trauma, Twin Rivalries & No More Mr. Nice Guy 1:07:15

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Aaron Ashmore (Smallville, Killjoys) joins us this week to share his shared experience in this industry working on a hit series like Smallville, while also diving into the very unique experience of what it’s like to navigate Hollywood with an identify twin sibling (Shawn Ashmore). Aaron talks about the surprise of landing the role as Jimmy Olsen on…