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Adventure with us across Nerd Culture! We're talking about all the fiction you love from TV & Film to Books & Comics. Podcasts by Filly & Friends Currently producing: The Wheel of Time The wheel of time turns and our favorite show returns. Rich, Pres, & Taylor are talking through WoT on Prime as episodes drop weekly in a spoiler free safer for show watchers only pod. Myths & Legends - A Wheel of Time book club We're reading the epic fantasy series The Wheel Of Time by Robert Jordan & Brandon ...
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Hey folks. Mandy Kaplan here. I’d like to share a bit about my intentions and mission for MMAN if you’ll indulge me. You will? Huzzah! Look, I am a lot of things. I’m a writer, actress, mother, and lover of musicals and cats, but NOT Cats, The Musical. Give me a little bit of credit, would ya? So...throughout my life, I’ve been surrounded (and intrigued) by all things nerd. A sister who plays D&D, a Star Wars-obsessed husband, friends who love anime, comic books, video games, and...well, you ...
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Hello! I'm Leigh, but you can call me Mr. Rant. Join me for your weekly pop culture fix, where I dish out reviews of movies, TV shows, and video games. I'll give you the lowdown on what's worth watching and what's worth clicking that skip button. Link - https://linktr.ee/lights.camera.rant
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Who are the risk takers that help reinvent and reimagine the kinds of stories we see on TV? And how do they disrupt what we’ve come to expect on our screens and in our culture? We Disrupt This Broadcast, a podcast from The Peabody Awards and Center for Media & Social Impact, wants to answer these very questions. Produced and distributed in partnership with award-winning audio production group PRX and hosted by comedian Gabe González, We Disrupt This Broadcast explores how the minds behind cr ...
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Andor is back on Disney+ for it's sophomore and final season as Tony Gilroy tells the story of Cassian Andor in the 4 years leading up to his entrance in Rogue One. Airing weekly in 3 episode blocks, Rich will be breaking down the season with some friends along the way. This week he's joined by Austin Smith as they talk through the second bloc of S…
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While J.K. Rowling celebrates a new UK ruling that classifies “women” as biologically female, casting for the upcoming HBO Max adaptation is underway. Which fans have stuck by the series despite the author’s views, and will others be able to resist the siren call of a brand new TV series? Candice Lim and Kate Lindsay welcome ICYMI’s new producer Vi…
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At the start of this year, I took a crazy leap: I began writing my first fantasy novel. I was scared — but some friendly fantasy writers encouraged me to just start writing, no matter how imperfect it would be. And wow, has it been a ride. Set in early medieval Ireland, my story asks: 👉 What if the miracles attributed to saints actually happened — …
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In this episode, Jenée is joined by Daria Burke – an award winning business leader, board director, and author. Together, they answer questions from a listener unsure whether to invite their feuding friends to a party next month, a CPA figuring out how to climb the corporate ladder without a defined job title, a daughter contemplating hosting a sob…
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On this episode: Zak, Elizabeth and Jamilah answer a question about how to throw a birthday party for older kids. This member of the Slate Parenting Facebook community knows how to throw a good party for little kids… but teens are a whole different thing. So, we’ll offer up some suggestions for how to celebrate a quiet, nerdy 15-year-old. And after…
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Send us a text In Tribute Show 98, we bring you the full experience of the Star Wars Sidekicks panel, recorded LIVE at Star Wars Celebration Japan! This unforgettable conversation features Anthony Daniels (C-3PO), Ahmed Best (Jar Jar Binks), Alan Tudyk (K-2SO), and Ashley Eckstein (voice of Ahsoka Tano). The panel dives into the legacy of Star Wars…
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I finally watched Twisters, the sequel to one of my guilty pleasures: the 90s classic Twister. And honestly? It left me feeling... underwhelmed. Just like the original, Twisters is a popcorn blockbuster full of tornado chases, cheesy accents, and implausible survival scenes. But while the first movie had this raw, thrilling energy (and that unforge…
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Host Gabe González sits down with Jen Statsky, co-creator of HBO’s Peabody Award-winning series Hacks. We talk with Statsky about the complex relationship between the show’s two central characters - and their stark generational divide and friendship, while delving into broader themes of the complex history of women in comedy and the importance of f…
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Candice Lim and Kate Lindsay break down the drama surrounding an influencer’s new book that has kicked off a whole controversy before it’s even been released. Christina Najjar, better known as Tinx, has made a successful career as a TikTok influencer who doles out dating advice to her more than 1.5 million followers. Her new book is a summer beach …
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On this week’s show, Julia Turner is joined by Slate’s own Dan Kois and Sam Adams. They start by talking about the second season of Andor, the Star Wars series that might have more in common with The Wire than The Mandalorian. Then, they talk about The Wedding Banquet, a remake of the Ang Lee classic. Finally, they get into the story of the discove…
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Andor is back on Disney+ for it's sophomore and final season as Tony Gilroy tells the story of Cassian Andor in the 4 years leading up to his entrance in Rogue One. Airing weekly in 3 episode blocks, Rich will be breaking down the season with some friends along the way. This week he's flying solo as he talks through the S2 premiere and where it lea…
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Send us a text Welcome to Making of Halloween Gory Nights, where Campfire Chronicles evolves into a new show dedicated to crafting our virtual haunt event based on the hottest horror, sci-fi, and fantasy hits! In our first episode, we dive into creating original horror stories set in the Star Wars universe and brainstorm how to turn these dark tale…
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There’s this one scene in Andor Season 2, Episode 2 that made me laugh out loud… and then immediately feel bad for laughing. It’s the moment when Cyril Karn, overwhelmed by his controlling mother, just collapses face down on the bed. Total shutdown. And yes—it has already become a meme. But what makes this scene so brilliant (and relatable) is what…
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Our series Living at Odds concludes with a special episode of Slate’s Death, Sex & Money. Host Anna Sale returns to her native West Virginia to talk with the state’s only full-time lobbyist for LGBTQ rights. Andrew Schneider of Fairness West Virginia has spent years cultivating working relationships with conservative allies in state and local gover…
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In West Virginia, Republicans hold one of the largest supermajorities in the country, and it’s growing. Just 11 Democrats — down from 14 last year — are in the 134-member Legislature. It's a political reality that isn't necessarily conducive to advancing LGBTQ rights. But that's Andrew Schneider's job. As head of Fairness West Virginia, Andrew has …
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Hosts Alex Kirshner, Lindsay Gibbs, and Ben Lindbergh talk about the NFL Draft and the media’s response leading up to its most shocking picks. Ben provides his April baseball rundown, and later, the panel is joined by The Entertainment Strategy Guy for an interview about major media buyers’ feelings about F1. On the bonus episode available exclusiv…
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The first three episodes of Andor Season 2 are out—and wow, they remind me why this show might just be the best Star Wars we’ve ever had on TV. What makes Andor stand out? It dares to slow down. It gives space for moments to breathe, for conversations to land, and for emotions to feel real—not rushed like in some of the movies. This season jumps fo…
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Welcome back! Your go-to for the latest in movies, TV shows, and video games news, reviews, and rants all in one place! & this week we also reviewing "Andor Season 2" and "The Last Of Us Season 2"#andor #thelastofus #ranting #review ========================== Lets Connect 🔗 ============================= ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…
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What do you get when you cross a mainstream mom, a Time Lord, and the Spice Girls? A deliriously joyful trip through time, space, pop culture, and puppets. This week on Make Me A Nerd, Mandy welcomes back the dazzlingly encyclopedic Manny Patel—Doctor Who superfan, mashup artist, and the human equivalent of a well-timed sonic screwdriver—for an ene…
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On this episode: Zak, Elizabeth and Lucy take a question about how to handle birthday money. This parent’s son wants to buy some stuff in a video game, and while it feels like a waste… it IS also his money. So we’ll talk about whether this parent really needs to intervene. And then, we’ll circle up for a round of checkins… and on Slate Plus, we’ll …
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Send us a text In Let’s Wrassle Ep 10, Jimmy, Jason, and Cain dive into all the WrestleMania fallout, from shocking results to major title changes and storyline shifts. We break down the chaotic week that followed, including WWE Raw, SmackDown, and the buzz from AEW. Plus, as a special bonus, hear the full, unfiltered audio from the controversial "…
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Welcome Back! As I dive headfirst into the "Until Dawn" The MovieA horror flick that shares the game’s name but not its soul. Time loops, new killers, and missed opportunities galore. Let’s survive the night and rant it out together! ========================== Lets Connect 🔗 ============================= ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…
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J.D. Vance killed the Pope. Demi Lovato keeps their twin Poot locked in the basement. Lea Michele still can’t read. These things, unfortunately, aren’t true, and are instead just some of the inside jokes the internet has decided to collectively agree on over the years. In this episode, Candice Lim and Kate Lindsay break these internet lies down, an…
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In this episode, Jenée is joined by Willa Paskin, the host of Slate’s podcast Decoder Ring. Together, they answer questions from a listener hoping their sister will “gain sanity” to leave her husband soon, another from a self proclaimed girls’ girl who can’t stop getting into disagreements with other women at work, a step-mother wondering if it’s t…
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It’s been nearly a decade since Rihanna released a studio album—and fans and critics alike have wondered when, if ever, a follow-up to 2016’s Anti might arrive. Which is ironic, because in her heyday, Rihanna was the most productive hitmaker on the charts. Churning out at least one album a year in the late aughts and early ‘10s, Rihanna’s approach …
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Send us a text In Tribute Show 97, we’re diving deep into all the thrilling Andor Season 2 reveals straight from Star Wars Celebration Japan! From the action-packed new footage and cast insights to a special spotlight interview with Diego Luna (Cassian Andor) and Alan Tudyk (K-2SO), this episode is your ultimate breakdown of everything we know so f…
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On this episode: Zak, Elizabeth and Lucy answer a letter about parenting a kid through a toxic relationship… and more specifically, a girlfriend’s toxic mom. Our letter-writer is trying to balance respecting her son’s first serious relationship with wanting to protect him from some really nasty behavior. And after that, of course, we’ll circle up f…
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Send us a text In this episode of Campfire Chronicles, the crew dives into the offbeat horror-comedy Death of a Unicorn. We break down the film's unique blend of fantasy and gore, its sharp satirical tone, and what makes it stand out in the genre. Is it just weird—or wonderfully weird? Tune in to find out if Death of a Unicorn has what it takes to …
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Candice Lim and Kate Lindsay run through the lows of Coachella, before breaking down a lawsuit against one of the festival’s most visible e-commerce brands, Revolve. Earlier this month, Revolve was hit with a $50 million class-action lawsuit accusing them of deceiving more than 1 million customers using social media marketing tactics. The lead plai…
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On this week’s show, Julia, Stephen, and Dana are together and talk about Sinners with Slate Culture Writer Nadira Goffe. Then, they talk about a new animated series from Ramy Youssef called #1 Happy Family USA. Finally, they take a listener's suggestion and listen to a few episodes of the new podcast, Good Hang with Amy Poehler. In the exclusive S…
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Chicken Soup for the Soul was the brainchild of two motivational speakers who preach the New Thought belief system known as the Law of Attraction. For more than 30 years, the self-help series has compiled reader-submitted stories about kindness, courage, and perseverance into easily digestible books aimed at almost every conceivable demographic: Ch…
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Welcome Back! dive headfirst into Escape from the 21st Century the wild, hilarious, and emotionally surprising Chinese sci-fi film that might just be the BEST time travel movie I’ve ever seen. If you’re into Everything Everywhere All At Once, Doctor Strange, or anything with a bit of anime flair you do NOT want to miss this one.Grab a drink, hit pl…
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To fly a plane, pilots must prove to the Federal Aviation Administration that they’re physically and mentally fit. But when it comes to mental health, the rules are complicated and, some say, outdated. Pilots who need antidepressants are limited to a short list of approved medications and must take a mandatory six-month leave. Even common diagnoses…
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Hosts Alex Kirshner, Lindsay Gibbs, and Ben Lindbergh preview the NHL playoffs. Can the Maple Leafs or Jets finally break a Canadian Cup curse? The panel also give their NFL draft predictions, and discuss Paige Bueckers joining the Dallas Wings and Unrivaled. For Afterballs, Ben does a deep dive into how last-minute timeouts have (and have not) led…
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Welcome back! and buckle up because this week we’re diving headfirst into the brutal, bold, and bloody finale of Daredevil: Born Again! 😱 ========================== Lets Connect 🔗 ============================= ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…
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Send us a text In Let’s Wrassle Ep 9, Jimmy, Jason, and Cain lay down their bold predictions for WrestleMania! From Cody vs. Roman to the Women’s Title matches, who do the guys think will steal the show, and who’s walking out with gold? Plus, some fantasy booking and wild theories for the biggest event of the year! Get The Best Energy Drink On The …
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In 1977, George Lucas introduced the world to a galaxy far, far away—a universe filled with lightsabers, Jedi mysticism, and the eternal struggle between the forces of good and evil. In the decades since, Star Wars has alternately soared and stumbled, expanding its mythos with prequels, sequels, spin-offs, and animated series. Some of these additio…
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On this episode: Zak, Elizabeth and Jamilah take a great question about therapy, ADHD, and working on behavior. This mom is at her limit with her daughter’s outbursts… and shopping around for therapists has yielded not a lot of success. So: we’ll help this mom take a breath and figure out a path forward. And then, we’ll circle up for a round of che…
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Candice Lim and Kate Lindsay check back in now that states have begun passing laws that supposedly crack down on family vlogging and child influencers. While a new Utah law requires family vloggers to put money away for their kids, it misunderstands almost everything about how being a creator works. Without politicians who understand social media l…
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John Dickerson talks with author Maggie Smith about her new book, Dear Writer: Pep Talks & Practical Advice for the Creative Life. They talk about the essential elements of all creative projects, when you know a project is “done”, how to stay “porous” in the world, and more. Tweet us your questions @SlateGabfest or email us at [email protected]. (M…
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The Wheel of Time is the late author Robert Jordan's epic fantasy series concluded by Brandon Sanderson after his untimely passing. The screen adaption is currently in it's third season airing on Amazon prime. In this podcast Rich & Taylor break down the seventh and eigth episodes of season 3 "Goldeneyes" and "He Who Comes with the Dawn" in a spoil…
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In this episode, Jenée returns from parental leave and is joined by Solomon Missouri — a pastor at AME Zion Church in Snowhill, North Carolina, and author of the forthcoming “Not a Biblical Dating Book.” Together, they answer questions about a listener rekindling with his ex (and her children), someone who’s nervous about starting a romantic relati…
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On this episode: Zak, Elizabeth and Jamilah answer a letter from a member of the Slate Parenting Facebook group who’s wondering how much people-pleasing is too much. This parent’s nine-year-old daughter is a little bit of a doormat, when it comes to doing what her friends want… so how can her parents help her balance some softness with some strengt…
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Send us a text In Campfire Chronicles 10.8, the crew takes on the wild horror-comedy Frankie Freako! We break down the film’s insane energy, outrageous practical effects, and nostalgic throwback vibes. Does Frankie Freako deserve a spot in Halloween Gory Nights? Plus, all the latest haunt news and spooky updates! Follow The Panel Here: Jimmy: https…
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On this week’s show, Julia, Stephen, and Dana are reunited! The panel starts with Apple TV+’s new prestige offering, Your Friends and Neighbors, starring Jon Hamm. Then, they talk about A Minecraft Movie, already the most financially successful movie of the year. Finally, they bat around the purpose of, and responses to, the all-female Blue Origin …
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In this episode, Christina Cauterucci speaks with Zein Murib, Fordham professor and author of Terms of Exclusion: Rightful Citizenship Claims and the Construction of LGBT Political Identity, about the historical roots of the marginalization of trans and bi people in the gay rights movement. Zein, who recently wrote the Slate piece "Why Are Trans Pe…
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Kate Lindsay and Candice Lim break down the controversy surrounding 30-year-old influencer Remi Bader, who was recently accused of lying to her audience for undergoing a procedure without telling them. Bader gained popularity on TikTok where she’d post “realistic” clothing hauls as a size 16 woman. Soon, she was heralded as a body positive influenc…
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Send us a text With Jimmy out of town, Jason and Cain break down the latest news and what's going on with WrestleMania right around the corner. They break down what nights one and two will look like with the release of the lineup and the latest with AEW. Get The Best Energy Drink On The Market Today: Dubby! It gives us Energy We Need to battle all …
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In the second installment of our series Living at Odds, former How To! host Amanda Ripley returns to talk with two public school officials in Tulsa, Oklahoma, who found themselves at loggerheads upon their very first meeting. Deborah and Stacey’s difficult working relationship continued until COVID-19 sparked some solidarity—and the two began to le…
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