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Imagine a story that never ends, a narrative that evolves endlessly with each reading, listening, or viewing. Timeless Fables is redefining storytelling with their groundbreaking "Endless Novels," where advanced AI technologies craft tales that defy traditional beginnings and endings, immersing you in a narrative experience like no other. Produced by Chad and Stephanie Thompson, Timeless Fables invites you to explore expansive worlds and diverse characters across multiple formats—whether you ...
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Whether you're a comic book nerd, literature nerd or just weird in general, then the Comic Literate Podcast is just what you need. Join actual, real life friends Ryan and Jamie as they do deep dives in to old and new comic book titles as well as examining their literary influences and effects on the modern culture. New episodes every week until AI learns how to host podcasts.
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KeyLIME+

your host Adam Szulewski

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KeyLIME+ is a bi-weekly podcast hosted by Dr. Adam Szulewski and features in-depth interviews with authors and experts as they explore what we think we know about medical education and where we're going as a field.
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The History of Literature

Jacke Wilson / The Podglomerate

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Amateur enthusiast Jacke Wilson journeys through the history of literature, from ancient epics to contemporary classics. Episodes are not in chronological order and you don't need to start at the beginning - feel free to jump in wherever you like! Find out more at historyofliterature.com and facebook.com/historyofliterature. Support the show by visiting patreon.com/literature or historyofliterature.com/donate. Contact the show at [email protected].
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Curated Questions: Conversations Celebrating the Power of Questions Hosted by Ken Woodward, Curated Questions is a thought-provoking podcast that celebrates the art and science of asking profound questions. This podcast is for curious minds who understand that the right question can unlock new perspectives and drive personal growth. What to Expect Insightful Conversations: Experts from diverse fields share their journey in mastering the craft of inquiry, revealing how it has transformed thei ...
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Third Person Limited

3PL Podcasts LLC

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Third Person Limited is a podcast about books and culture with Nathan Pensky and Mason Stockstill, two writers living in Pittsburgh and Los Angeles. We both work in academia, so we are therefore both tired, but in, like, a droll, entertaining way. Our opinions are numerous and wonderful to behold. Each of our chats will focus on a specific book, author, or cultural trend. Talk will be wide-ranging, with other topics likely to include literary gossip, the importance of Michael Mann’s film Hea ...
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Beyond the Verse

PoemAnalysis.com

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Welcome to “Beyond the Verse,” the official podcast of PoemAnalysis.com. Embark on a literary journey where we explore specific poems, delve into poets, and uncover the intricate world of poetry. Each episode is dedicated to learning about the art and craft of poetry. Join us as we answer questions from Poetry+ users, provide insightful analyses, and discuss all things poetry. Whether you’re a seasoned poetry lover or a curious newcomer, “Beyond the Verse” promises to enrich your understandi ...
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Pages and Prejudice

Adrie Rose, Stitch

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Join two lifelong romance enthusiasts, and professional haters, as we dive deep into the world of trending romances. From swoon-worthy moments to cringe-worthy clichés, we dissect the tropes, tea, and taboos of Romancelandia, BookTok, and beyond. No trope is off-limits as we explore why we love, hate, and love to hate the stories that captivate us. Tune in for all the tea on love, lust, and everything in between! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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News in the world of books and reading, including hot industry releases, adaptations, publishing industry events, and more with Book Riot’s Jeff O’Neal and Rebecca Schinsky. Book Riot is the largest independent editorial book site in North America and home to a host of media, from podcasts to newsletters to original content, all designed around diverse readers and across all genres.
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What was the dreadful thing that threatened the fortunes of the Kingdom of Haufzeignet? How did a dinner engagement cause Lord Trivett's world to fall apart? And what was the single, fateful phrase that destroyed young Mary's life forever? From the pen of writer James Lark comes a series of short stories about people who are almost certainly worse off than you are. Often bizarre, sometimes unsettling, occasionally downright upsetting, they can at least guarantee to provoke a response - and, ...
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ShiningNathan from Tiktok reads to you some of literature's great classics in a southern charm. Cuddle up while your gay auntie takes on journeys through literary history. If you would like to support my channel and myself, I would be honored for you to become a Patron at my Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shiningnathan
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Philosophy for our Times is a free philosophy podcast bringing you the latest talks and debates from the world’s leading thinkers. We host weekly episodes on today’s biggest ideas in news, society, culture, politics, science and arts. Subscribe today to never miss an episode.
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A podcast dedicated to learning languages and living in overseas. How do you find the time, energy and motivation to learn a language while holding down a full time job? Tune in to find out how one expat makes time each and every day to learn and teach languages.
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Homeschool Made Simple

Homeschool Made Simple

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For the young parents, the veteran homeschoolers, or anyone navigating the waters of homeschool options, nationally-known speaker and educational consultant, Carole Joy Seid, helps you homeschool simply, inexpensively, and enjoyably with a Bible, math curriculum, and library card. Great books have the power to build godly family culture and give educational success! If you need a weekly shot of encouragement and support to continue on with confident joy in your homeschooling journey, listen in.
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Lex Out Loud is a podcast for writers, readers and all lovers of speculative fiction. I’m writing my third novel, and I’m taking you along for the journey. Whether you’re a writer or game master, or you’re just curious about the creative writing process, this show is for you! I discuss my writing process, and I share the insights I learn, as my experience grows.
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Not Your Demographic

NYD Productions

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Tune in every other week as Stella Cheeks & Erin Cline discuss the state of the world, their never-ending reading lists, and occasionally talk about professional wrestling. It's the same Not Your Demographic you've come to know and love. They're just no longer pretending to care about wrestling. It's the circle of life.
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Ditch Diggers

Mur Lafferty

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Treat your writing like a blue collar job. Doctors don't get doctor block and ditch diggers don't get ditch digger block, and working writers can't get writer's block. Business and humor.
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Hi, my name is Bijal Shah and I am a bibliotherapist and founder of Book Therapy (a bibliotherapy and literary curation practice: www.booktherapy.io). I'm also the author of the book, Bibliotherapy: The Healing Power of Reading (https://bit.ly/bibliotherapybook). I curate book prescriptions and provide online training in bibliotherapy, more detail of this can be found on my website, www.booktherapy.io In this podcast, I share my knowledge and research on bibliotherapy, including the latest d ...
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WINNER of BEST AUDIO FICTION at the Tribeca Festival 2023!! Raul's life in Hong Kong is thrown upside down when he discovers he can exchange letters with his favorite author, a woman in Paris who died thirty years ago. A nine part limited series, written and directed by Alex Kemp (The Imperfection, Modes of Thought) and produced by Wolf at the Door Studios.
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Books and Brews Podcast

Michael Agnew and Laura Vosika

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The Books & Brews Podcast is the place where literature and beer meet. Each month we welcome a new guest author to read and discuss their work. Author Laura Vosika leads in-depth interviews to delve into the motivations, inspirations and preoccupations of each guest. Certified Cicerone® Michael Agnew pours beers specifically selected to pair with the writer's work. It's an hour of entertaining erudition that hits your mind and your mouth.
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A weekly discussion of current affairs in China with journalists, writers, academics, policymakers, business people and anyone with something compelling to say about the country that's reshaping the world. Hosted by Kaiser Kuo.
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Want to know more about the authors behind your favourite books? Tune in to discover the methods of – and inspiration behind – some of the world’s most exciting writers. Every Saturday, Georgina Godwin hosts an in-depth discussion with the person behind the prose.
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Alain Elkann Interviews podcasts are an unprecedented window into the minds of some of the most well-known and -respected figures of the last twenty-five years. Alain Elkann has mastered the art of the interview, approaching the task as somewhere between snapping a photograph and writing a short story. With a background in novels and journalism, and having published over twenty books translated across ten languages, Alain infuses his interviews with innovation, allowing them to flow freely a ...
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Smug Book Club

C R Booth and R D Jay

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Tired of the same-old serious book analysis in podcasts? Well, we were. To solve this, Ryan and Callum started Smug Book Club. A podcast that gets literature 'lit' and puts the 'ok' into books. Every fortnight, the team releases an episode on a book. It can be old, new, classic or not, anything is up for discussion. Expect foul-language and spoilers, but don't worry if you haven't read the novel, we've done it for you. Follow us on Twitter: @SmugBookClub
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Tales from the Orc Den

Monster Romance Reviews

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Tales from the Orc Den is hosted by three devoted monster romance book readers deep diving into series that we adore in this growing genre. The website is talesfromtheorcden.com. This podcast contains mature themes.
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Are you looking to stay up to date with Yaqeen's latest research but don't have the time to sit down and read? Research Made Audible is a new podcast that makes Yaqeen's papers available in audio format. Subscribe and never miss our papers released weekly! Please note, these audiofiles have been generated using AI technology. As such, the intonations and pronunciation of certain words may not reflect human speech patterns. For the original written research paper check out the paper at yaqeen ...
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Julia Golding, author and a Jane Austen fan, is joined by guests to discuss early nineteenth perspectives on issues in modern life through the lens of the wit and wisdom of Jane Austen. Perfect for fans of Jane Austen or anyone wanting to take a little break from the twenty-first century. #Jane Austen #PrideandPrejudice #Regency
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The Indie Author Showcase

Spectral Ink Productions

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Welcome to the grand debut of the Indie Author Showcase! Join us as we spotlight talented independent authors, dive into the challenges and triumphs of the indie author’s journey, and explore the ins and outs of writing and publishing!
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Machine in the Mirror — a show that explores the question "what does it mean to be human?" as reflected through the mirror of artificial intelligence. Co-created with an AI as a research companion, each episode explores the contradictions of selfhood, as it is reflected in the mind mirror of a machine. We are not here to resolve the mystery of being alive — but to keep returning to it, with wonder, again and again. The machine gathers knowledge. The human seeks meaning. This is where they me ...
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Network Capital

Network Capital

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Network Capital’s (NC) mission is to democratize inspiration and make personalized mentoring and career guidance accessible to every person on the planet. We are a global community of more than 200,000 peer mentors from 104 countries who learn with and from each other. We are a subscription based career content and mentoring community 1. Serve as your personalized career coach in the form of global tribe of mentors. No matter what you are looking for, someone on Network Capital has done it. ...
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The Art of Ministry - A Christian Creativity & Arts Podcast

Jesus, Creativity and the Arts with Jon & Lochy

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The Art of Ministry is a podcast about Christianity and creativity, that explores the use and expression of the Arts in Christian ministry all over the world. We have interviewed visual artists, art therapists, actors, musicians, puppeteers and more: and we’re just getting started! We would love to have your company as we interview exciting guests who utilise art in their ministry and evangelism. Hosted from Australia by Lochy Cupit and Jonathan McQueen (JM@C), two friends from a diverse ran ...
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Higher Ed Heroes

Seb Kaempf and Al Stark

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In ‘HigherEd Heroes’, we talk to some of the best teachers about ‘what works’ in their university classrooms in a down-to-earth, jargon-free, and non-technical manner. Our objective is to communicate practical advice from the bottom-up to a broad range of teachers about new ideas they may want to integrate into their classrooms and to stimulate open conversations about their everyday practice. Each episode explores what excites students to learn, what keeps them coming back for lectures, and ...
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Behind the Tech invites listeners to geek out with an amazing line-up of tech heroes, inventors and innovators. Microsoft CTO Kevin Scott takes tech enthusiasts behind-the-scenes to meet AI experts, computer scientists, authors, musicians, digital leaders, bioengineers and neuroscientists who have made discoveries, built tools, and literally helped make our modern world possible.
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Are you ready to take your personal brand and business development to the next level? Then you won't want to miss the exciting new podcast dedicated to helping you tell your story in the most compelling way possible. Join me as I guide you through the process of building a magnetic personal brand, creating valuable relationships, and mastering the art of networking. With my expert tips and practical strategies, you'll be well on your way to 5-star success in both your professional and person ...
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This Anthro Life

Anthrocurious, LLC

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This Anthro Life is the premiere go-to Anthropology Podcast that fuses human insights with cultural storytelling. We equip you with a deep understanding of the human experience to revolutionize your decision-making strategies and social impact. Head over to https://www.thisanthrolife.org to learn more. Spearheaded by acclaimed Anthropologist Dr. Adam Gamwell, This Anthro Life equips leaders, individuals, and organizations to shape a more compassionate future. We aim to broaden perspectives a ...
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The Gear Shifters

HT Smartcast Originals

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Do you like the roar of an engine, the smell of burning rubber, or the mesmerizing sound of metal parts meshing together? If the answer is yes, then you've arrived at the right destination. Welcome to 'The Gear Shifters,' an automotive podcast, where our host, Siddharth Vohra, will take you to the fascinating world of automobiles. From electric vehicles to classic vintage cars, automotive technologies, and advancements, we've got you covered. Join us and embark on this thrilling automotive j ...
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Chronscast - The Fantasy, Science Fiction & Horror Podcast

Dan Jones, Christopher Bean, Peat Long, Damaris Browne, Brian Sexton

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Welcome to Chronscast! We are the official podcast of SFF Chronicles, the world's largest science-fiction and fantasy community. Each episode your hosts Dan Jones, Christopher Bean, and Peat Long will take a deep dive into some classic science-fiction, fantasy, and horror with a special guest. We'll also discuss the challenges of writing and publishing SFF, and our guests' experiences. Episodes feature specialist advice on writing and publishing from our resident legal beagle Damaris Browne ...
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Author Devoney Looser may be a mild-mannered English professor to most people, but roller derby fans know her as Stone Cold Jane Austen, her smashmouth alter ego. In this episode, Devoney tells Jacke about her new book Wild for Austen: A Rebellious, Subversive, and Untamed Jane, which suggests we also rethink the commonly held view of "spinster Jan…
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Send us a text Imagine if your computer could explore a landscape of possibilities all at once, using the same rules that make electrons behave in surprising ways. That’s the mental pivot Farai, a quantum physicist and teacher, helps us make as we break down what quantum computing really is and where it actually wins. We trade hype for clarity, sho…
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Send us a text Maestro, thank you for joining me. Before we dive into your music, I’d really like to hear about your beginnings. Could you tell us about your background? Of course. I was born in 1862, just outside Paris. My father was a baker—always kneading dough while humming—and my mother dabbled in piano. I remember sneaking into the living roo…
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Jeff talks to Dhonielle Clayton and Caroline Richmond of We Need Diverse Books about censorship, book bannings, and the ongoing drive to diversify books and reading in the U.S. Check out Zero to Well-Read! Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of your reading life. The Book Riot Podcast Patreon Subscribe to t…
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Hosted by: Adrie Rose (@adrierising on bsky, twitter, instagram, & tiktok) Stitch (@stitch on bsky, @stitchmediamix on instagram & tiktok) Adrie and Stitch talk about CM Nascosta, Cambric Creek, and race in monster stories. Reading Recommendations: The Cambric Creek Universe, in order: Girls Weekend The Minoan Bride (after dark) Morning Glory Milki…
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NVIDIA just hit a $5 trillion market cap. That’s more than the entire German economy. AI stocks are rewriting history, but investors often vacillate between unbridled fear and raging optimism. On one side, believers say AI is the real deal, transforming productivity, driving corporate earnings, and justifying sky-high valuations. On the other, skep…
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Episode 62! Liaozhai ZhiYi and the Chinese ghost story. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strange_Tales_from_a_Chinese_Studio Strangles Tales as told through the centuries, what are they, who are they about and where can you find them? And how much Chinese do you need to know to read them? Translated as "Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio" and was wri…
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Send us a text Welcome, Maestro Gustav Mahler. You’ve been called a composer of contradictions—cosmic in scope, but also obsessively detailed. If you could describe yourself in just a few words, how would you begin? Contradictions, yes—that is my very essence. I am a man who lived with one foot in heaven and the other in the street. My symphonies h…
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Born in August 1992 in Ankara, Türkiye, Tuva Atasever attended the Bilkent University, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. After completing his undergraduate studies in 2014, Atasever moved to the United States and received a master’s degree in photonics from the University of California, Irvine. In ad…
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Melissa Goldstein and Natalia Rachlin are the founders and editors of Mother Tongue magazine, which presents a distinctly grown-up picture of motherhood. Disillusioned by the type of media that was presented to them as mothers, they began, "to poke holes in all the things that exist or have existed historically in this space. Why do they look a cer…
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Are some people missing arm muscles? Are there other muscles that we're losing? Can bats and moles actually see? Can the side effects of prostate surgery be reversed? Is there a cure for Dupuytren's contracture? Do we know what long COVID is? What are bluebottle jellies? Can we protect our food from microplastics? Should you get a rabies check afte…
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It’s our Halloween special on Indie Author Showcase! This week, we’re diving deep into the dark heart of storytelling — exploring how to create fear, suspense, and tension that truly stick with your readers. We break down the three tenets of horror, share techniques to make your audience squirm (in the best way), and discuss how fear can reveal the…
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'How strange... I was having a most wonderful dream.' When Gillian collapses at her granddaughter's ballet performance, her son Bradley is forced to confront his fears about vulnerability and mortality, still raw from a recent loss. But as doctors puzzle over her condition, Gillian becomes convinced that her deterioration is being caused by somethi…
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Why are we fascinated by apocalyptic stories? Join the team at the IAI for a reading of four Halloween-themed articles, written by historian and philosopher Natalie Lawrence, professor of political philosophy Matthew Festenstein, and professor of comparative literature Florian Mussgnug. From the allure of the end times to the symbolic value of mons…
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Send us a text Now in a nutshell, the history of Halloween and how it developed can be described in a few sentences. You see, Halloween originated from the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, which marked the end of summer and the harvest, and the beginning of the dark, cold winter. The Celts believed that on the night of October 31st, the boundary…
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In this episode of Bibliotherapy with Bijal Shah, I explore how contemporary fiction and nonfiction depict love and relationships between humans and artificial intelligence. Blending utopian and dystopian perspectives, I examine novels such as Klara and the Sun, Machines Like Me, and Frankissstein, alongside nonfiction works by thinkers like Sherry…
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This week on Sinica, I chat with Daniel Kurtz-Phelan, editor of Foreign Affairs, about how the journal has both shaped and reflected American discourse on China during a period of dramatic shifts in the relationship. We discuss his deliberate editorial choices to include heterodox voices, the changing nature of the supposed "consensus" on China pol…
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In the spring of 2022, Jacke dropped everything to plummet into one of the strangest poems he had ever read, "Goblin Market" by Christina Rossetti (1830-1894). The result was a two-part episode that never quite found its home. In this special Halloween episode, we've combined the best parts of both of those episodes to bring you the full story of a…
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Episode Notes 00:00 The Possibility Of Your Avoided Question 01:21 Welcome to Curated Questions 01:59 Tangled Wings' Impact 04:31 The Question That Changes Questions 07:43 When Your Brain Says "Nope" (A Friendly Science Tour) 12:06 The Locked Door Model (Your Map to the Question) 15:11 A Personal Interlude (When I Found My Door) 16:10 From Boardroo…
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Send us a text I am most happy to be here today with you, Mr. Bartley. And we are glad that you're here, Maestro Greig Could you tell us about your early life. Ya, I was born in Bergen, Norway, on the 15th of June 1843. My father was a merchant and my mother was musical; she gave me my first piano lessons. From a young age, I loved the sound of Nor…
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On today's episode, we talk with Yumi Roth & Emmanuel David about their award-winning article in Journal of Asian American Studies, "Playing Filipino: Racial Display, Resistance, and the Filipino Rough Riders in Buffalo Bill’s Wild West" Delving into archival photographs and records about the Filipino performers who joined Buffalo Bill's immensely …
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Jeff and Rebecca consider 10 contenders for the title of It Book of November. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. The Book Riot Podcast is a proud member of the Airwave Podcast Network. Discussed in this episode: Check out Zero to Well-Read! Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of …
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In this episode from the archive, Rachel Winchester and Carole Joy Seid answer some of the most common questions from homeschooling families. They give practical ways to involve dads in family read-aloud time, including strategies for dads who may not feel confident about reading. Carole shares creative tips for keeping younger children occupied wh…
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Send us a text Maestro, could you begin by telling us a bit about your background? Ah, yes… I vas born in 1841, in a small village near Prague, in Bohemia. My father vas a butcher, my mother a simple, steadfast voman vith a love for folk songs. My family had little vealth, little expectation beyond the ordinary trades of life. Yet I felt Music as a…
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Einstein was called “slow” at school, J. K. Rowling collected a dozen rejections, and Walt Disney was once fired for “lacking imagination.” We love stories of perseverance—but what’s the cost of never letting go? In this conversation, psychoanalyst Adam Phillips argues that our obsession with endurance can have hidden, corrosive effects. He invites…
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On this episode of KeyLIME+, Adam speaks with Charlotte van Sassen about the subtle ways that knowledge of patient outcomes can influence how supervisors assess clinical reasoning. Their conversation uncovers the impact of outcome bias on feedback and evaluation in medical education, exploring the challenges this presents for fairness and learning.…
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We’re feeling spooky with horror author Kyle Winkler, back to discuss his latest novel, the creepy and horrifying Enter the Peerless, which starts with a private investigator trying to figure out what happened to a bunch of people who went into an abandoned trailer and never came out. Always a thoughtful and fun guest, Kyle gives us some insight in…
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Send us a text 2 Ghost sound I am most happy, to be here, and as a ghost, my heart carries the weight of a funeral march, even in moments of applause. Interesting analogy, Maestro Tchaikovsky, but could you tell us a bit about your earthly background? Ah, yes… earthly my background. I was born in 1840, in a small Russian town nestled in the Ural Mo…
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Books and Brews: the place where beer and literature meet! Ashley Fontainne is an author and co-author of more than 30 novels, known for her intricate plots and writing in genres from dark comedy to mystery/thrillers to suspenseful paranormal. Andrea Emmes, a singer, performer and one-time magician's assistant who has narrated many of Ashley's book…
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In this week's episode, Ryan makes Jamie read the first five issues of the 2025 limited series, The Lucky Devils. Written by Charles Soule and art by Ryan Browne. They also discuss it's thematic connections to a previous work by the same creators, Eight Billion Genies, using hell and devils as an allegory for corporate culture, and critiquing the n…
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Send us a text Today I vant to talk vith the final Composer of the three Bs - this podcast has previously Broadcast episodes regarding Bach and Beethoven - and vill certainly have more regarding those musicians - but today I vant to talk about another composer vhose last name also begins vith B, and is also considered one of the greats. That compos…
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The year is 1816, and 18-year-old Mary Shelley has fled London with her lover, Percy Shelley, and her sister, Claire. They're on their way to visit Lord Byron's villa in Lake Geneva, Switzerland - and to change the course of literary history. In this episode, Jacke talks to Caroline Lea about her novel Love, Sex, and Frankenstein, which tells the h…
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Jeff and Rebecca put on their rain gear as the best books of the year storm approaches. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. The Book Riot Podcast is a proud member of the Airwave Podcast Network. Discussed in this episode: Check out Zero to Well-Read! Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the mo…
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Send us a text Buyers choose the path of least resistance, and that truth can either fuel your growth or quietly stall it. We sit down with Vistage Chair and “No Hassle” advocate Jim Bramlett to break down a four-part framework that makes customers stop hesitating: convenience, price transparency, user experience, and trust. From Amazon and Netflix…
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In this week’s episode of Bibliotherapy with Bijal Shah, we explore the quiet, transformative power of love stories — and how the romance genre can become a profound tool for emotional healing. From the classic worlds of Jane Austen to the modern intimacy of Sally Rooney, and from the wisdom of Bell Hooks and Erich Fromm to the poetic tenderness of…
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Once, politics was something you debated and moved on from. Today, it can redraw the boundaries of who we call a friend. In this episode of Arguable, we ask a question that’s become uncomfortably common: when someone you care about stands for ideas you find intolerable, should you preserve the relationship or protect your principles? We explore how…
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Episode 61! Answering the question: Why did I come to China? (Part 2) Was it because of a job? The money? A girl? What are some things to think about if YOU want to move overseas? Do you have to teach English or can you do something else? And how much language do you need to learn to live in another country? Do you need to live there to become flue…
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Send us a text Well, a logical place to begin would be to ask the Maestro about his beginnings “Ah, señor Bartley, I am pleased to be here. You ask about my beginnings? wery well. I was born October 10, 1813, in Le Roncole, a small willage in the Duchy of Parma. My father, Carlo, ran our taern, and my mother, Luigia, kept the household in order. We…
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What happens to helium balloons that float away? Are satellites safe from terrorist attacks? Why does the truth hurt? Why does some poo float after flushing? Are there any treatments for tinnitus? Do headphones contribute to tinnitus? What are restless legs? What is the best way to regulate cortisol levels? Why does the body wake us up to wee? Dr C…
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In this week’s episode of Beyond the Verse, the official podcast of PoemAnalysis.com and Poetry+, Maiya and Joe close Season Three with a special Q&A from their listeners. After nearly forty episodes, they pause to look back on their journey, answer community questions, and talk about what’s next for the show. The first question comes from Chandra,…
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An early encounter with one of the most famous people in the world initiated Jack Zipes into the world of fairy tales - and he never looked back. In this episode, Jacke talks to the fairy tale expert about his book Buried Treasures: The Power of Political Fairy Tales, which profiles modern writers and artists who tapped the political potential of f…
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"The most fundamental relationship in any change process is the one that you have with yourself. It's the questions that you ask yourself first and foremost that are the game changers." - Jill Reilly In this episode of Curated Questions, host Ken Woodward is in conversation with global citizen and author Jill Reilly to explore the power of question…
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Send us a text Musical attributions at end of transcript Here the ghost - or if you will - the spirit of Richard Wagner - is reminiscing about his existence in 1864. A struggling genius. A lonely king. One shared dream that changed the sound of Western music forever. In Music and Majesty, Richard Wagner and King Ludwig of Bavaria revisit the passio…
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Conservation is the name of the game in most ecological thinking - but in the eyes of some environmental philosophers, conservation is a backward-looking concept. What if, instead of looking to conserve nature, we tried to recreate and improve it via biotechnology? This year's Alan Saunders Lecture explores such futuristic interventions as reviving…
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