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Reading Room Ruffians

Carla Long, Mallory Parsons, Ariel Rebstock, and Zac Long

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A podcast for the Jackson County Public Library in Ripley, WV. Keep up to date with the library events, librarian thoughts, and a splash of guests for taste.
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Rotten Mango

Stephanie Soo

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Rotten but still a little sweet! Rotten Mango is a true crime + all things spooky podcast. We love doing deep dives into the darkest crimes and we tend to not leave out any details - which can get a little rotten at times. If you want deep dives in the psychology of killers, no holding back storytelling of crimes, and stories of lesser known criminals from around the world this is the place for you. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Rotten Mango ad-free. Start a fr ...
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The Radio Reading Room for Kids

Myron Hieronymous Thomas

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The Radio Reading Room introduces a podcast just for kids, featuring kid friendly stories that entertain and inspire. In the next few episodes, we will be featuring some classic stories from the past. Many that children have grown up with for several generations. Read & Voiced by Myron Hieronymous Thomas.
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Education Research Reading Room

Ollie Lovell: Teacher, author, podcaster, blogger, PhD candidate. @ollie_lovell

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The most in-depth education podcast available. Each episode host Ollie Lovell takes a deep dive into an important area of education with an educational thought leader from around the world, from practicing teachers to university professors and everyone in-between. If you're looking to build deep knowledge about education and how learning happens, this is the podcast for you.
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The Radio Reading Room

Myron Hieronymous Thomas

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The Radio Reading Room features the Stories of Americana special Featured Segments feature stories and poetry from some of America's Classic authors, such as, Edgar Allen Poe, Robert Frost, Emily Dickerson, T.S. Elliot and many more. The program is hosted and stories read by long time broadcast veteran and voice artist Myron Hieronymous Thomas. First aired over WQSA AM radio in Sarasota Florida in 1989 the program fast became a favorite of listeners and participants.
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The Atlas Obscura Podcast

SiriusXM and Atlas Obscura

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An audio guide to the world’s strange, incredible, and wondrous places. Co-founder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters explore a new wonder every day, Monday through Thursday. In under 15 minutes, they’ll take you to an incredible place, and along the way, you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Our theme and end credit music is composed by Sam Tyndall.
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Room 4216

Room 4216 - Pastor Dave Andrus

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Reading the Bible can be difficult not to mention understanding it. Having a disability, like blindness can be difficult too. At times a person even wonders if God is there. Nevertheless in room 4216 God shows us His path and we find we are not alone (Isaiah 42:16) Content Copyright, Dave Andrus 2015-2020
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The Neighborhood Listen

The Neighborhood Listen

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Join Burnt Millipede (Paul F. Tompkins), Joan Pedestrian (Nicole Parker) and Doug (Brett Morris) as they explore their hometown of Dignity Falls via posts from a certain neighborhood social networking app and interview the town's most intriguing residents! Want more TNL? Go to cbbworld.com and sign up for the Maximus plan to unlock access to all seasons ad-free, as well as brand new exclusive BONUS ROOM episodes adventuring deeper into Dignity Falls!
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The Grill Room

Audacy | Puck

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Finally, a media podcast about what’s actually happening in the media—not the over-sanitized, legal-and-standards-approved version you read online. Every Tuesday and Friday, join Dylan Byers, Puck’s veteran media reporter, as he sits down with TV personalities, moguls, political pundits and industry executives for raw, honest, sometimes salacious conversations about the business of media and its biggest egos. “The Grill Room,” an homage to the exclusive dining room within The Four Seasons wh ...
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The Virginia Press Room is a weekly podcast that brings listeners the latest insights and analysis on Virginia’s most important stories directly from the journalists covering them. Produced in collaboration between VPM and the Virginia Public Access Project, the series is hosted by journalist and author, Michael Pope, and features a rotating cast of reporters from the Virginia press corps. The Virginia Press Room offers a behind-the-scenes look at state politics, policy and the issues shapin ...
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Room to Grieve Podcast

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Karen and Bec talk all things grief as they learn to live with life after the loss of their children to brain cancer in 2023; Beautiful Emily aged 16 and Gorgeous Bradley aged 18. Honest, raw conversations as we travel this road complete with tears and laughter! So grab yourself a cuppa, find a comfortable spot and join us as we navigate this together. Send your questions and comments to us at [email protected] and we might just read them out on the pod because we are all in this ...
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I love to read books and read a variety of genres. I read even novels with a highlighter in my hand to mark specific passages that speak to me. I'd love to share these highlighted passages to you.
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It’s the English class you didn't know you missed and the meaningful conversations you didn't know you craved. Join Vanessa Zoltan and Matt Potts as they bring thought, reflection and laughter to Harry Potter; not just as novels, but as instructive and inspirational texts that will teach us about our own lives. Relive the magic of Harry Potter chapter by chapter as Matt and Vanessa explore themes such as commitment, revenge and forgiveness. This podcast creates time in your week to think abo ...
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Reading Circle Temple

Molly Marjorie, ND Jones, Britni Nunez, Goodwin Gifford

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Friends and fantasy lovers, Britni, ND, Goodwin and Molly, invite listeners to an intimate coffee shop setting where they dissect Lemony Snicket's Series of Unfortunate Events chapter by chapter. From reader to superfan to secret society member, they provide their own analyses and insights, ultimately using the text to uncover secret messages in their own lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Each month community storytellers take to the Odyssey Storytelling stage to relate true (well, mostly), personal stories loosely related to a pre-chosen theme in front of a live audience. The stories are not read or memorized, they are told from the life experiences and creativity of the teller.
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Secret Life of Books

Sophie Gee and Jonty Claypole

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Every book has two stories: the one it tells, and the one it hides. The Secret Life of Books is a fascinating, addictive, often shocking, occasionally hilarious weekly podcast starring Sophie Gee, an English professor at Princeton University, and Jonty Claypole, formerly director of arts at the BBC. Every week these virtuoso critics and close friends take an iconic book and reveal the hidden story behind the story: who made it, their clandestine motives, the undeclared stakes, the scandalous ...
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Edited by Wendy N. Wagner, NIGHTMARE is a critically-acclaimed digital magazine of horror and dark fantasy. In its pages, you will find all kinds of horror and dark fantasy, from zombie stories and haunted house tales, to visceral psychological horror. Every month NIGHTMARE will bring you a mix of original short stories and flash fiction, and featuring a variety of authors: from the bestsellers and award-winners you already know to the best new voices you haven't heard of yet. When you read ...
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The Mom Room

Renee Reina & Podcast Nation

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Welcome to The Mom Room, the ultimate podcast that makes motherhood a lot more fun and a lot less chaotic! Join Renee Reina, the brilliant mind behind the buzzworthy Instagram account @themomroom, as she dives into everything moms crave: juicy interviews, the latest pop culture gossip, parenting advice and news, game-changing products, and so much more. The Mom Room is a digital space where moms can gather and be honest about the highs and lows of motherhood. Whether you're looking to stay o ...
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PoemTalk at the Writers House, hosted by Al Filreis and based at Kelly Writers House in Philadelphia. PoemTalk is a collaboration with the University of Pennsylvania's Center for Programs in Contemporary Writing and Jacket2.org.
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Read the Room

Timothy D. Miller

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Read the Room is a podcast with comedian Tim D. Miller. He talks with friends about surviving difficult (or just uncomfortable) situations in life. He also discusses current events, social norms and public embarrassments.
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This is mildly amusing banter at its mildly amusing best! We’re Jono Pryor, Ben Boyce, and Megan Papas—your favourite breakfast trio on The Hits. We bring you weekday mornings full of life misadventures, big interviews, fun games, and plenty of LOLs. OK, we can’t promise LOLs, but hopefully, you stopped reading after we said LOLs the first time.
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Bookish Flights is the place to talk books and reading. This podcast focuses on connection, storytelling and the transformative power of books. Each episode invites guests to share the three books that have influenced them, unlocking their wisdom and how it changed their lives. Books are a bridge that connects us, a remedy for loneliness, and the best conversational currency to be the most interesting person in the room! Rooted in the belief that stories shape who we are, this podcast brings ...
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Above Reproach Ministry

Jason John Camacho

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This podcast exists to move people towards Jesus. The primary way that we accomplish this is by teaching people how to read the Bible so they can live and teach the Bible for themselves. Thanks for your support and for making all of this possible!
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On the Way Podcast

St John's Cathedral

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A podcast exploring the deeper mysteries of faith, meaning, and beauty. Based at St John's Cathedral in Brisbane, the podcast invites others into conversation who are also "on the way"; seeking a transformative spirituality and inclusive faith that speaks to real issues of today. Together we seek to make meaning and articulate a Christianity that expresses the liberating and life-giving message of the Gospel in our time.
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The FAIK Files

Perry Carpenter | N2K Networks

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The FAIK Files explores the mysterious and often wacky intersection of AI, technology, and humanity. From cognitive warfare to digital deception, we examine how AI is reshaping our reality through news, research, and real-world examples. Join us for a thought-provoking journey into a world where anything can be faked, truth is increasingly elusive, and human nature meets artificial intelligence head-on.
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The iFanboy.com Comic Book Podcast is a weekly talk show all about the best new current comic book releases. Lifelong friends, Conor Kilpatrick and Josh Flanagan talk about what they loved and (sometimes) hated in the current weekly books, from publishers like Marvel, DC, Image Comics, Dark Horse Comics, BOOM! Studios, IDW, Aftershock, Valiant, and more. The aim is to have a fun time, some laughs, but to also really understand what makes comic books work and what doesn’t, and trying to under ...
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Welcome to Futureworks, the podcast where innovation in the workplace takes center stage. Join hosts Gillian and Michelle as they dive into conversations with industry leaders, exploring the psychology and theories that are driving the future of work.
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Paradigm Shifting Books

Stephen H Covey & Britain Covey

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What if 40 books could completely change how you see the world? Join brothers Stephen H. Covey (business) and Britain Covey (NFL veteran), grandsons of renowned author Stephen R. Covey, as they explore the most essential reads in personal and professional development. With insights straight from the authors, you’ll discover how timeless principles apply everywhere - from the boardroom to the locker room. These are the paradigm shifts that unlock growth, purpose, and lasting performance.
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Perfect Body podcast is an afterthought on the weekly Torah portions. The Torah is the first five books of the Bible: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy. Take time this year to read the Torah and be refreshed in your body, mind, and spirit. I tell the story of a portion of the portion breaking it down into bite size pieces that you can swallow so that you can eat and be full but not too full. Save room for your personal self-discovery as you engage in Torah study. Subscribe ...
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The Filipino American Woman Project

Sometimes, saying one thing is all we need to take up a little more space.

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Welcome to TFAW Letters, a special summer series from The Filipino American Woman Project. I’m your host, Jen Amos. Each week, I will read a fictionalized letter—my creative interpretation of real conversations with you! These letters have been woven with heart, reflection, and truth—to honor your stories while protecting your privacy. It all begins with one line: “If I could say one thing…” Because sometimes, one thing is all we need to take up a little more space. www.tfawletters.com
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Finish It!

Matt and Chris Yule

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Each week, Matt and Chris get one attempt each at an interactive fiction book until they read every single ending. Will they ever choose every adventure? Will anyone listen?! Join them on their descent into a madness of their own design.
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As promised, we’re dropping this in the feed for posterity. Andrew wrote it with a handy assist from AI for the Radiopaedia 2025 virtual conference. It was designed to align with the daily subspecialty and visual themes of the event. Many people enjoyed it (some probably didn’t) but here it is for you all in audiobook form, read by the wonderful Al…
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Welcome to the Radio Reading Room, Stories of Americana Podcast, Special, Halloween Classics. It's that time of year when we conjure up images of ghosts and goblins and things that go bump in the night. In this episode we feature the classic Edgar Allen Poe Story, The Masque of the Red Death. "The Masque of the Red Death," first published in 1842, …
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Welcome back to The FAIK Files! In this week's episode: From the disgusting to the whimsical, we explore the weird world of what people are actually doing online—from AI slurs, to juggling simulations, to a mysterious robot roaming Austin MIT unveils mind-reading technology that "feels like telepathy" and might actually work A deep dive into how pe…
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Introduction This year marked the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Since then, the non-use of nuclear weapons has remained the single most significant phenomenon of the nuclear age. Central to any discussion of global nuclear politics is the term nuclear taboo, which refers to a de facto prohibition against the firs…
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Burnt, Joan and Doug finally read through Doug's magnum opus, the script to EVIDENT LEIGH, the half hour procedural centered around EVIDENCE. Subscribe to cbbworld.com on the Maximus tier to hear the entire episode! 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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Read in a whisper or calm reading style, this relaxing reading of Metamorphosis offers a surreal and quietly haunting bedtime listen. In this strange and dreamlike story by Franz Kafka, Gregor Samsa wakes one morning to find himself transformed into a giant insect. As his family grapples with this shocking change, the tale unfolds with eerie calm, …
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Today, we’re traveling to a magical place in the middle of the Caribbean Sea, off the coast of Belize. And not just any place we’re going to explore one of the most famous underwater sinkholes in the world: The Great Blue Hole. That’s right, a giant hole in the ocean, so big it can be seen from space! ⁠Birthday Shout Out Form⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…
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Ep539. This week, Renee chats with Stephanie O’Dea, bestselling cookbook author and host of The Slow Living Podcast, about what happens when you swap hustle culture for a slower, more intentional way of life. Stephanie shares how a New Year’s resolution to use her slow cooker every day for a year turned into viral fame, cookbook deals, and a career…
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Kim Masters joins Dylan to address the existential questions surrounding Jimmy Kimmel’s return to ABC: Will Nexstar and Sinclair actually air the show? How does the creative community in Hollywood feel about this? Is the pressure from the F.C.C. going to subside? Are people going to forgive Bob Iger? Plus, Kim shares the latest updates regarding Da…
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The Woman in White was a sensation when it was serialised in Charles Dickens’ magazine All The Year Round in 1859 and 1860. It begins with an uncanny late-night meeting on the road to London between a young man and a woman dressed entirely in white. It ends with a sensational cat and mouse game between a villain and his pursuers. One of the unsung …
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We visit an underground oasis in Fresno, California, that’s a winding maze of rooms and passageways filled with lush citrus trees. All this week, we’re heading underground to discover the stories beneath our feet. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertis…
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Not long ago, I finished casting the third season of my audio drama. It took a while to do it so I’m sure most of the people who submitted for it assumed they hadn’t gotten it when they didn’t hear anything. It’s been the norm for some time that you cast your acting net into the sea and then never hear anything again. But it seems to have gotten ev…
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In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by: Lauren Burke of Black Virginia News (and formerly Pod Virginia), covering the Virginia Value Pack 27 fundraiser for Virginia Democrats in red districts. Chris Saxman of the VIP Podcast, covering an influx of spending for the Republican Governors Association in the wake of Charli…
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We are calling this a practice episode after our long summer break, we are both struggling with everyday issues, anxieties and ill health, not to mention all whilst feeling the grief. Our catch up has been long overdue. We have missed all our lovely supporting community, But we are back !! Bec has even self confessed she's whined throughout the vid…
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Jessica Leigh Hester joins us on a deep dive into the sewer, the subject of her appropriately-titled book, Sewer. She and Dylan talk about some of the interesting (and disgusting) things she found there… like fatbergs. All this week, we’re heading underground to discover the stories beneath our feet. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pc…
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It's iFanboy 20/25 -- 20 years of podcasting and 25 years of iFanboy! This show was recorded one time and one time only. Our billionaire entreaties continue to go unnoticed, but thankfully, it was a small landslide of Pick of the Week worthy issues this week, and at least one book that was... less than. Get yourself gussied up, and settle in for an…
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MDC Brooklyn is a notoriously known prison in New York. The beds are made of steel and you get a 1.5 inch foam mattress to throw on top. There are no pillows and the showers have the thinnest curtain for privacy. The food is not so surprisingly prison slop. On the menu are ‘murder burgers’ which one inmate describes the meat patty being like shoe l…
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Blessings and Curses: Understanding Deuteronomy's Teachings In this episode of the Perfect Body Podcast, Shirah Chante, a relationship coach, delves into the Torah portion named Ki Tavo, which means when you enter. This episode examines the Israelites' journey from the wilderness to the promised land under Moses and soon to be Joshua's leadership. …
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Missed Jono, Ben and Megan this week? We’ve got you covered. Catch the best moments from the week in one bite-sized episode. Jono’s chaotic charity football experience (he got distracted by naked men), Megan and producer Grace intense off-air argument about the word “lore,” Ben checks in from London on his hot girl European autumn, and how our work…
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If you could reflect on one thing, it’s this: What do the clothes you wear and conversations you have today say about the community you've built — or hope to build? This letter is for anyone who’s ever tried to blend in—only to realize how it only makes you feel lonelier. To wrap up the Summer Series, Jen reflects on her evolving identity as a Fili…
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Get ready to grab your drink and light a scented candle, because this week, we're stepping into the complicated and magical world of Elizabeth Acevedo's Family Lore! We're talking about a family of women with gifts that range from the practical to the... divinely feminine, we'll say. Your hosts are diving headfirst into the Marte family drama, wher…
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Julia and Dylan scrutinize Disney’s perplexing decision to sideline Jimmy Kimmel under pressure from the F.C.C.—a move that raises thorny questions about media freedom, corporate backbone, and whether Disney actually just created more headaches for itself. They also dig into The New York Times’ evolving strategy and why the paper has emerged as one…
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Modern military debate often gets lost in technology, jargon, and expensive promises about the "next war." In Euclid's Army: Preparing Land Forces for Warfare Today, William F. Owen cuts through the fog with a sharp and uncompromising thesis: armies must be simpler, cheaper, and better at the basics. This is not a comfortable read for those investe…
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The story of Thomalind and Priscilla is 300 years in the making and brings listeners to Bunce Island, off the coast of Sierra Leone. READ MORE IN THE ATLAS: https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/bunce-island Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…
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On today’s show: Jono accidentally exposes Megan’s secret post-divorce living situation… at the radio station. Producer Troy shares the heartbreak of discovering his first Shania Twain concert was actually a tribute act. Ben checks in from London on his hot girl European autumn, complete with a questionable British accent. The team dives into the m…
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Thanks to our awesome Patrons, we're proud to present another episode of Mediasplode! What's a Mediasplode? It's a monthly special edition show in which we talk about what we are enjoying in media outside of the realm of comic books. It's like our All Media Year End Round-Up but in a shorter, monthly format. Note: Time codes are estimates due to dy…
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This week, Casper and special guest Julia Argy explore the theme of Denial in Chapter 24 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! They discuss Harry’s scar pain, Dobby’s burial, and the conversation with Griphook! Throughout the episode we consider the question: when is it helpful to deny ourself things? Thank you to River for this week’s voicemail…
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For several weeks we've been recording a subscribers-only mini series on the history of the sonnet in English. Sonnets are crowd-pleasers - short, sometimes sweet, and they always deliver a lot of bang for the reading buck. Today, one of the world's great living poets, Paul Muldoon, Pulitzer Prize winner and former poetry editor of the New Yorker, …
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EP538. In this episode, I’m showing up real and raw to talk about the not-so-glamorous side of mom life. From navigating the chaos of solo parenting while sick, to my ongoing battle with chronic sinus infections, I’m sharing it all. I also open up about those moments when your child says something that stings... only to remind myself that their lit…
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Inspired by the novel and movie Around the World in Eighty Days, Eleanor Hamby and Dr. Sandra Hazelip (Ellie and Sandy) ventured out and took the world by storm as they turned 81 years old. Ellie and Sandy’s book, Here We Go: Lessons for Living Fearlessly from Two Traveling Nanas, is out now! And if their story resonated with you about traveling at…
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On today’s show: Can Jono keep up with Marathon Matty while pairing up for a les mills class? The team shares stories of accidentally triggering alarms and an 8-year-old calls in to confess he set off the school fire alarm… and got expelled! Jono and Megan bring up trialling a period tracking app with their partners Jono testes limits by changing c…
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In this first part of a two-part conversation, Amy Cuddy, renowned social psychologist and author of Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges, joins Stephen and Britain Covey to explore the powerful concept of presence. Amy delves into how our ability to bring our authentic, best selves to high-stakes situations, whether it’s…
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Send us a text Julie Berry is the New York Times bestselling author and award-winning storyteller. Julie’s works span across genres and age groups, from the NCTE Walden Award–winning Lovely War to the Printz Honor novel The Passion of Dolssa, to middle grade adventures like The Scandalous Sisterhood of Prickwillow Place and the Wishes and Wellingto…
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The International Rose Test Garden in Portland, Oregon is a rose-lover’s paradise: there’s over 10,000 bushes and 625 varieties from all over the world. And there’s a great story about how the garden came to be: During WWI, the people of Portland reached out to the gardeners of Europe offering to take care of their plants and save them from destruc…
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AI isn’t just hype or headlines—it’s a tool. And like any tool, it’s only as useful as the person using it. In this episode, Michelle sits down with Emily Heavner, product manager at Aspect (and PhD in mathematics), to demystify artificial intelligence and its place in the modern workplace. Emily shares how AI works, clears up common misconceptions…
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On today’s show: Petty revenge stories from the service industry including decaf sabotage, and fake “out back” searches. Guinness World Record holder Gabriel Wall ran 100m over LEGO... and lived to tell the tale. Producer Troy is nominated as NZ’s perfect partner for tracking his girlfriend’s cycle! The Mandela Effect blows our minds: Looney Tunes,…
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Ep 537. This week, Renee chats with Carla Ondrasik, former music publishing executive turned mentor and author, about success, identity, and why sometimes the best thing you can do is stop trying. Carla shares stories from her career developing chart-topping artists like Barbra Streisand, Mariah Carey, and Christina Aguilera — and what walking away…
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It was five o’clock on a winter’s morning in Syria. Alongside the platform at Aleppo stood the train grandly designated in railway guides as the Taurus Express. So Agatha Christie began her sleeper [car] hit, Murder on the Orient Express (1934). All aboard! In the latest of SLoB's much-loved special episodes on surprising, fun, and always deeply re…
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Meredith Kopit Levien, C.E.O. of The New York Times, joins Dylan and Julia for a deep dive into the paper’s metamorphosis from a traditional news company to a full-spectrum lifestyle brand. Levien breaks down how they’re harnessing A.I. tools, tinkering with audio and video, and sharpening its advertising playbook—all while building a diverse reven…
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Since his childhood, Nick Dawson has been fascinated by Cramond Island, a deserted tidal island off the coast of Edinburgh, Scotland, which became for him a symbol of mystery and untapped adventure. In today’s episode, he finally gets to explore the island, learning about its nature and history, as he tries to get to the heart of why the place is s…
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Not long ago, I noticed that Netflix was trying to sell me on an Angelina Jolie movie I’d never really heard of before. I watched the trailer and maybe because it featured Tony Shaloub playing a prophet, I added it to my watch list. Then I forgot about it. Last week, I got a notification about several things on my list leaving Netflix soon. This mo…
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On today’s show: Jono goes on a full-blown rant about rental car insurance and whether it’s just one big scam. Producer Troy relives the trauma of his first “ceremony” gym class with Francisco, and we surprise him with a visit from the man himself! Why Megan’s daughter ae dog food but refused homemade fried chicken. We hear from Black Ferns hooker …
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