Best The Thing About Austen Podcasts (2025)

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TRAILER! Let's Talk About Myths, Baby! 3:04

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It's that time again... A fresh trailer for the ninth year of Lets Talk About Myths, Baby! Listen wherever you get your podcasts or learn more at mythsbaby.com Get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at patreon.com/mythsbaby CW/TW: far too many Greek myths involve assault. I try to provide direct warnings whe…

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Conversations: Joining the Vestal Virgins Sounds Nice Until You Realize You Might Get Buried Alive, w/ Dr Peta Greenfield 1:43:32

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Liv speaks with Peta Greenfield (aka the Partial Historian's Dr. G) about the HORRORS of ancient Rome's Vestal Virgins, one of the most disturbing religious practices. This chat is as fascinating as it is disturbing... But that's pretty standard for Rome. Find more from the Partial Historians. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a vo…

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Going to a singles event... 33:16

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Harriet and Amy bravely attempt yet another singles night in London and ask questions like: Does a group setting work to find love? Why are the men to women ratios never right? And how do you avoid being approached by a magician? We want to hear your dating stories! Email in at [email protected]. Follow Single Ladies In Your Area on …

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The Movie Music Maker: A Conversation with Paul Broucek, President of Warner Bros Pictures Music. 1:26:40

4d ago1:26:40

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Paul Broucek, President of Warner Bros Pictures Music is the man behind the soundtracks of some of the most iconic films of our time: The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit Trilogy, Harry Potter, Inception, Dunkirk, Gravity, American History X, The Notebook and Austin Powers to name but a few. Paul has collaborated with legendary composers, visionary di…

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A Tale of Two Cities, oh and the Capture of a Third (Herodotus' The Histories Bk 1, Part 2) 35:23

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We return to the wonderful world of Herodotus to see what happens next in Croesus' mad dash to take on the Persian Empire? Will he succeed? Will we even really hear about it? What sort of tangents can Herodotus get onto today! Line up quick folks, tickets go fast, come on in to see the wonders that is Herodotus and his Histories. Wanna join us for …

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Fertility and egg freezing, post-natal issues and perimenopause with Consultant Obstetrician Jess McMicking 59:32

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Having a uterus comes with so many ✨unique✨ challenges, and in this week’s episode Harriet and Amy discuss some of them with help from Consultant Obstetrician Jess McMicking! She helps answer questions like can you improve your fertility? What is the pelvic floor? And can’t we just take some zinc supplements and call it day? Single Ladies are recor…

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Herodotus, Father of Tangents, Asides, and Digressions (Herodotus' The Histories Bk 1, Part 1) 35:53

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Come one, come all to a new episode exploring the wonders that is Herodotus' The Histories! Today Michaela takes on an adventure into the beginnings of the first history text from Greek antiquity. What was going on at the beginning of the Persian Wars, will we even get to the Persian Wars, and how many tangents does the father of history go on! Sub…

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BTS BONUS Conversations: A Peek Behind the Ancient Scenes, the Culture of Theatre w/ CW Marshall 1:21:10

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It's time for another 'Back to School' BONUS!... That is, we're re-sharing some fun and (extra) educational episodes because there's always more to learn... This episode originally aired in January 2024. Liv speaks with returning guest CW Marshall about ancient Greek Theatre! Toph goes through the culture of it all, the festivals, the winners and l…

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How I Went From $0 To Over $500K In A Year! 51:37

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From $10/hour snack bars to $558,000 a year in solar sales — Daniel Snow proves discomfort is the real path to growth. In this episode, Daniel breaks down how he: • Worked under the table at 13 and learned the grind early • Butchered his first sales job selling golf clubs (to his dad’s friend) • Chased a jewelry passion all the way to New York — on…

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BTS BONUS: Conversations: Can You Smell the God In the Air?! Epiphanies in Antiquity w/ Gillian Glass 1:23:18

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It's time for another 'Back to School' BONUS!... That is, we're re-sharing some fun and (extra) educational episodes because there's always more to learn... This episode originally aired in September 2022. Turns out epiphanies are super fascinating and, basically, everywhere. Gillian Glass joins Liv to talk about epiphanic experiences in antiquity,…

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Favourite things about being single 36:32

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This week Amy and Harriet discuss their favourite things about being single. Is taking the time to pamper yourself important? What could be better than being able to decide exactly what you want to do, all the time? And shouldn’t we all occasionally get really drunk and pretend to be a Duchess? Single Ladies are recording a special LIVE edition of …

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BTS BONUS: Conversations: Women Are Wet & Spongy, the History of the Female Body w/ Prof Helen King 1:29:34

17d ago1:29:34

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It's time for another 'Back to School' BONUS!... That is, we're re-sharing some fun and (extra) educational episodes because there's always more to learn... This episode originally aired in September 2024. Liv speaks with Professor Helen King about her new book Immaculate Forms, and the history of the female body. From the ancient world (women were…

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BTS BONUS: Conversations: Becoming One With Gaia, Plant Myths & Sacred Groves w/ Eva Rummery (2022) 1:17:22

18d ago1:17:22

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It's time for another 'Back to School' BONUS!... That is, we're re-sharing some fun and (extra) educational episodes because there's always more to learn... This episode originally aired in September 2022. Liv is joined by Eva Rummery to talk all things plants in Greek myth and even some archaeology. Plant myths, sacred groves, and even how some pl…

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Ariadne's Naxian Escape: Answers to Your Qs, a New Group Trip and So Much More... 57:17

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Today Liv shares LOTS of new and exciting developments (fancy new group trip, anyone?!), answers some of your questions (we're getting crafty!), and more! (Rambley) info on the group trip to Greece found at 19:20, find more information and details on how to join the trip here. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-…

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Super Bowl Champion Loses Everything… Then Rebuilds Bigger Than Ever 44:32

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From the NFL to foreclosure to building a life-changing coaching empire — Setema Gali’s story is proof that you can rebuild from rock bottom. In this episode, Setema (ex-Super Bowl Champion with the Patriots) breaks down how he: • Grew up in a Polynesian family in Utah and learned hustle from his first paper route at age 10 • Found his knack for sa…

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RE-AIR: Conversations: The Things They Found in Tombs, Bronze Age Mycenae w/ Dr Kim Shelton 1:16:47

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This episode originally aired in april 2024. Liv is joined by Dr Kim Shelton to dive deeper into the real world of Bronze Age Mycenae and all we've learned from what they left behind. Learn more about Dr Shelton's work here. Help keep LTAMB going by subscribing to Liv's Patreon for bonus content! CW/TW: far too many Greek myths involve assault. Giv…

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Catholic guilt, 00s women's magazines and being the main character with Alison Spittle 56:59

21d ago56:59

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This week Amy and Harriet are joined by the utterly hilarious Alison Spittle, who answers questions like how do you become the main character in your own life? Has anything really changed since the toxic messaging in 00s women’s magazines? And what really happens when you combine a boy in a car, a dock leaf, and a goose? Catch Alison's brand new sh…

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RE-AIR: All I Really Want Is To Talk About the Fire-Breathing Goat… Bellerophon, Pegasus, and the Chimera 46:11

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Today's re-aired episode is PURE DELIGHTFUL NONSENSE! This episode originally aired in Jul 2023... Diving deeper into the story of Bellerophon, the perpetually forgotten hero who defeated the absolutely magnificent Chimera (and was the only hero to actually ride Pegasus!). Help keep LTAMB going by subscribing to Liv's Patreon for bonus content! CW/…

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Why Are We Here? Who Are We? Dr. Iain McGilchrist on Consciousness, the Divided Brain, and the Matter with Things 1:25:46

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In this unmissable episode, I talk to renowned psychiatrist, philosopher and author Dr. Iain McGilchrist to explore the profound questions that shape our existence: Why are we here? Who are we? Drawing from his groundbreaking books — including The Master and His Emissary and The Matter with Things — Dr. McGilchrist shares insights from his life and…

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The Comeback Realtor: From Zero to 27 Homes in One Year 1:03:03

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You don’t need a perfect start — you just need to show up. In this episode, Jon Ladas shares how he: • Grew up in Boston and watched real estate from the sidelines before jumping in • Dropped out of college, worked dead-end sales jobs, and hit rock bottom • Lost his car, walked 45 minutes to work, and rebuilt from literally nothing • Leaned on fait…

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Conversations: From Mythical to Curative to Poisonous, Mythic Plants w/ Ellen Zachos 2:00:40

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Liv and Michaela chat with author and plant and foraging expert Ellen Zachos about all things myth and plant! From mythical plants like moly to which poisonous Hemlock killed Socrates, we're talking all things PLANTS! Find Mythic Plants wherever you get your books and learn more from Ellen here. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a …

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Dating in the workplace 34:55

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This week Amy and Harriet discuss the pros and cons of sh*tting where you eat AKA dating in the workplace. Isn’t it better to have your career in common? Is it awkward being your partner's boss? Or is spending too much time with a partner akin to spending too long in a rat-infested house? Single Ladies are recording a special LIVE edition of the po…

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Episode 109: The Thing About the Assizes 30:20

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Admiral Croft went away to sea, and Mr. Musgrove went away to Taunton. And Mrs. Musgrove seems to think that's the same thing. Grab your fanciest and most judicial red robe because this episode, we're covering the assizes. You can find us online at https://www.thethingaboutausten.com and follow us on Instagram @TheThingAboutAusten. You can email us…

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It's One of the Most Ancient Cities on the Planet, Gaza (Conversation Re-Air, w/ Dr Chance Bonar) 1:46:28

21d ago1:46:28

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The Western World is ready to sit back and watch as one of the oldest cities, in one of the most historical rich countries on the planet, is wiped off the face of the earth. The people of Gaza, and Palestine, are stewards of their land and have been since long, long before the 'West' even existed. This episode is selections from my episode on Pales…

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Losing It All Was the Best Thing That Ever Happened 59:01

25d ago59:01

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From six figures at 19 to losing it all — Nick Pletke proves that real freedom is built, not bought. In this episode, Nick breaks down how he: • Made over $100K before most people pick a major — and lost it all • Rebuilt from scratch by learning how to wholesale, market, and sell without shortcuts • Avoided the pressure to niche down — and built mu…

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Liv Reads Statius: The Thebaid (Part 9) 1:13:07

25d ago1:13:07

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Liv reads Book 9 of Statius' Thebaid, translated by JH Mozley. The battle between the Argives and Thebans, aka between the brother Polyneices and Eteocles, continues... and it's pretty dramatic. Submit to the quarterly Q&A at mythsbaby.com/questions and get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at patreon.com/m…

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Reframing your dating goals and knowing anything could happen with Rosie Jones 1:12:57

26d ago1:12:57

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We are BACK from our summer holidays and to kick things off, Amy and Harriet are joined by comedian, actor, writer and dear friend Rosie Jones! Rosie shares her infinite wisdom and answers questions like: should marriage ever be your end goal? How do you avoid trauma dumping on your partner? And is monogamy just as simple as one-lady-yes-please-yum…

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Heroes Crying to Mommy (Actually!) and Deconstructing Gender, A Q&A Episode 50:24

28d ago50:24

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Liv answers more listener questions including the lost Heroes Crying to Mommy question, all things virgin-goddess-gender-fluidity, Bad Women of Homer, and so much more... Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at patreon.com/mythsbaby CW/TW: fa…

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How to build for need and dominate a niche 46:36

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Everyone talks about success. Almost no one talks about the in-between. Welcome to The Breakout Bunch — where real stories from real entrepreneurs come to life. Hosted by Austen Tucker, this show cuts through the fluff and gets straight to the heart of what makes business owners tick. These are honest, unpolished conversations with self-made founde…

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Conversations: Not the Glory of War, but the Horror of it... The Iliad (kind of) w/ Joel Christensen 1:32:08

1M ago1:32:08

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Newsflash: the Iliad is an anti-war epic. Liv and Michaela speak with returning guest Joel Christensen about (ostensibly!) the Iliad, all the reasons it's NOT a pro-war epic, and why empathy is VITAL to humanity, not a bug. NOTE: this episode was recorded a few months ago and discusses the g-cide in Palestine and other Western war [crimes]. Submit …

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Listener Letter: “I went on a date with a very frugal man” (Patreon Teaser) 2:51

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This week on Patreon a listener writes in about a date with a penny-pinching man, and it begs the age old question - on a date, who should pay? This is a preview of a Patreon episode. To hear the full episode and more listener stories like this, support the podcast and enjoy early and ad-free listening, BTS content and more, subscribe to our Patreo…

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Liv Reads Statius: The Thebaid (Part 8) 1:08:31

1M ago1:08:31

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Liv reads Book 8 of Statius' Thebaid, translated by JH Mozley. When the prophet-hero Amphiareus dies, even the king of the Underworld is a little thrown off. Plus, the war of brothers begins in earnest... Submit to the quarterly Q&A at mythsbaby.com/questions and get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at pat…

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Your company closed 4.6 Billion Dollars?? 1:03:35

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Everyone talks about success. Almost no one talks about the in-between. In this episode, Sam Hijazin breaks down how he: • Left behind a stable engineering career to become a loan officer — and hated every sales call • Took a 3-hour application call with a Hawaii client… just to keep him on the phone • Leveraged his engineering mindset to write the…

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RE-AIR: Conversations: A Man of Many Turns, Odysseus & the Odyssey w/ Joel Christensen 1:24:42

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Since we're on a bit of an Odyssey kick, this episode originally aired in May 2024 and stay tuned for Joel returning to talk the Iliad! Liv speaks with Joel Christensen about Odysseus and the Odyssey and what we really should take from his long and storied journey. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episode…

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Trying to feel less hopeless when the world is f*cked 19:02

1M ago19:02

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We’re still on our summer holidays and we’ll be back VERY soon, but this week’s bonus episode is a little different. A simple chat about how life is going accidentally escalated into a conversation how awful things are in the world right now. It’s hard not to feel hopeless, but you’re not alone. Big love to everyone. Trigger Warning: In this episod…

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Othering in the Odyssey; Liv & Michaela Chat Polyphemus the Cyclops 49:47

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Liv is neck-deep in the Odyssey which means today she and Michaela chat Odysseus' travels, particularly Polyphemus and the 'othering' of the Cyclops. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at patreon.com/mythsbaby CW/TW: far too many Greek myth…

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Horse with No Name and Sister Golden Hair: Gerry Beckley talks about his 53 years in the band AMERICA. 1:29:36

1M ago1:29:36

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In this episode, Gerry Beckley; singer, songwriter, and co-founder of the iconic band America takes us on a remarkable journey through five decades of music, fame and friendship. Gerry talks about their timeless hits including “A Horse with No Name” and “Sister Golden Hair” and what it felt like to top the charts with both a No. 1 single and album …

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Can You REALLY Make Six Figures As A Hairstylist? 58:18

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Everyone talks about success. Almost no one talks about the in-between. In this episode, Emma (27) breaks down how she: • Left Indiana during COVID, moved to California in six weeks, and rebuilt her entire clientele from scratch • Worked 7 days a week, did Instacart and Amazon Flex to survive, and filled her books in 18 months • Used free hair as a…

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Special! Liv's Episode of Movies We Dig... Spartacus: Gods of the Arena 1:28:34

2M ago1:28:34

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For something a little fun and different this is an episode of Movies We Dig, part of the Memory Collective Podcast Network, featuring yours truly! We recorded this episode breaking down the show Spartacus: Gods of the Arena a few years back and it was too fun to resist dropping in my feed. Find more from Movies We Dig. Submit your question for the…

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Listener Letter: “He lives in London and I live in Manchester” (Patreon Teaser) 2:04

2M ago2:04

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This week on Patreon, a listener writes in about their long distance situationship. This is a preview of a Patreon episode. To hear the full episode and more listener stories like this, support the podcast and enjoy early and ad-free listening, BTS content and more, subscribe to our Patreon at patreon.com/singleladiesinyourarea We want to hear your…

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Why Do So Many Important Gods Have so Few Stories... And So Much More (Q&A Pt 3) 50:03

2M ago50:03

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Liv answers even more listener questions because they're just so good! Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at patreon.com/mythsbaby CW/TW: far too many Greek myths involve assault. I try to provide direct warnings when there is reference to …

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Episode 108: The Thing About the Barouche-landau 29:50

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The weather is fine, and Mrs. Elton would like to go for a drive with the top down. This episode we're covering barouches, landaus, and Mrs. Elton's favorite, the barouche-landau. Let's hope it doesn't rain. Thank you to Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, presenting Jane Austen Wrecked My Life for sponsoring this episode. You can learn more and watc…

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I Did My First Big Deal at 24! 33:16

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From party promoter to mortgage mogul — Joe Shalaby proves it’s not about where you start, but how relentless you are. In this episode, Joe breaks down how he: • Started promoting hookah lounges with belly dancers and DJs at 14 • Built a personal brand before it was a buzzword — all through nightlife and word-of-mouth • Left acting and graduated ea…

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Let's Talk Pronunciation, Merch, the Odyssey, Heracles vs. 100 Gorillas (Anniversary Q&A pt.2) 1:21:57

2M ago1:21:57

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The podcast's EIGHT year anniversary is upon us so Liv answers listener questions about any and everything including the most important question: who would win in a fight, Heracles or 100 gorillas? Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at patr…

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Listener Letter: "How do I avoid inadvertently coming across as creepy or weird?" (Patreon Teaser) 5:01

2M ago5:01

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Single Ladies are on a summer break! We’ll be back soon, but to tide you over until then, we’re sharing weekly episodes over on our Patreon. This week on Patreon we have a brilliant letter from a listener - it’s a man(!) who asks for advice on how to approach someone without inadvertently coming across as creepy. Excellent question. This is a previ…

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From the Horrors of Zeus to the Intricacies of the Patriarchy's Hold on Society, 8 Years of LTAMB 1:00:03

2M ago1:00:03

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It's that time again! The podcast's eight year anniversary is upon us... Today (and this Friday!) Liv answers listener questions about any and everything. This is the podcast's direct RSS feed. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at patreon.…

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Liv Reads Statius: The Thebaid (Part 7) 1:10:21

2M ago1:10:21

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Liv reads The Thebaid, by Statius, translated by JH Mozley. After the side quest with Hypsipyle in Nemea (and the sports!) it's time to return to warmongering. Mars (Ares) gets involved; Jocasta is pissed, and things get violent. Submit to the quarterly Q&A at mythsbaby.com/questions and get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to …