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The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper, is a collection of unique and immersive single subject episodes from CNN’s Emmy® and Peabody Award-winning longform storytelling team. Every week we showcase character-driven stories, special interviews, profiles, and investigative deep dives featuring reporting from CNN’s anchors and correspondents.
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From the Norman Invasion to the War of Independence, the Great Famine to the Troubles, the Irish History Podcast takes you on a journey through the most fascinating stories in Ireland's past. Whether it’s the siege of Dublin in 1171 or gun battles in the 1920s, the podcast vividly recreates a sense of time and place. Each episode is meticulously researched, creating character-driven narratives that are engaging and accessible for all. Since the first episode was released back in 2010, the po ...
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Solid10dnd

Solid10dnd

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Solid10DND is a high-stakes, character-driven Dungeons & Dragons actual-play podcast featuring longform campaigns and one-shot adventures, all set in the shared world of Truistria. From the epic journey of Chronicles of the Nildorin to the unpredictable tales in Stories from Truistria, everything connects. Player choices ripple across stories, shaping a living world where actions matter and legends are born around the virual table (if the table isn't a mimic).
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Adventures in Lollygagging

Adventures in Lollygagging

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Adventures in Lollygagging is a group of silly folks who create, record, and live-stream content for several tabletop roleplaying games. We focus on character-driven stories, bad decisions, and a fair bit of absurdity.
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Pivot Podcast

It's Never Too Late To Pivot

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Former NFL stars Ryan Clark, Fred Taylor and Channing Crowder have transcended the podcast game, topping the charts globally by creating a new form of media and carving an unprecedented niche in the space of sports, music and entertainment. Hosting weekly sit-down conversations with A-list stars, delivering timely discussions on important topics, not only becoming a voice of influence but one of impact as their unguarded emotion, humor and experience has established The Pivot as a premiere p ...
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Writer Unleashed

Nanci Panuccio

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Writer Unleashed is a weekly podcast for fiction and memoir writers. It's a deep dive into story techniques, writing craft, and the mindsets that help you write with unstoppable momentum and create stories readers can't put down.
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A weekly cult show from the point of view of a not-so-nice Werewolf. The show has been acclaimed by critics and fans (The Lunatics). Character-driven plots based on adult and horror themes with a chocolate layer of humor. 'It's so funny, but you should not be laughing' J Phelps 'Horror fiction at its best' T Hughes 'An utter gift' KT Thoms
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The Bago Mic

Total Inspiration Media, LLC

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Welcome to The BAGO Mic — a podcast powered by student voice from Winnebago Public Schools. Hosted by fifth-grade learners and guided by Mr. Nicholas Kleve (Mr. Funky Teacher), this show uplifts the ideas, stories, questions, and leadership of Ho-Chunk youth. Each episode explores character skills, community values, and real-world topics through student-led conversations and curiosity-driven inquiry. Whether they’re interviewing local leaders, exploring identity and culture, or tackling toug ...
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In "Threads of Fate," Ethan Hargrove is a grieving artist haunted by loss, struggling to reclaim his creativity in a world dimmed by sorrow. A chance encounter with the vibrant Lena ignites a flicker of inspiration, but as their silent bond deepens, he must confront the shadows of his past. Meanwhile, Isabel Ferris, a reclusive novelist burdened by her own grief, discovers connection and hope through the unexpected threads that weave their lives together in a tapestry of healing and resilien ...
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Harry Potter FanFictions Archive

HarryPotterFanFictionsArchive

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Step into the Wizarding World with immersive, audiobook-style readings of fan-made stories. Harry Potter Ljudbokskanalen brings character-driven tales to life with clear narration, careful pacing, and a focus on relationships, intrigue, and magic at Hogwarts and beyond. Expect longform episodes that feel like a true audiobook, plus occasional multi-chapter arcs that follow canon timelines or explore thoughtful alternate paths. New listeners can start anywhere that catches the eye. Returning ...
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Follow the Leader

Follow the Leader

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Follow the Leader is an actual play podcast with a focus on telling character-driven stories through the use of GMless tabletop games where we can all take the lead. We’re an LGBTQ actual play podcast that uses collaborative storytelling and world-building to create satisfying story arcs with a colorful cast of characters across different settings and genres. With stories ranging from fantasy to science-fiction to horror, there’s something for everyone. Check out our site at ftlcast.com for ...
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British TV Watchlist

Michael T-British TV Super Fan

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British TV Watchlist is the essential podcast for fans of British television, specializing in cozy mysteries, detective dramas, and amateur sleuth stories. Join your host, Michael T, as he dives deep into the best of British telly—from classic village whodunits like Midsomer Murders, Father Brown, and Grantchester to modern series like Vera, Patience, and Line of Duty. Each episode offers a blend of smart cultural insight, sharp story analysis, and a pure love for character-driven narratives ...
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A bunch of cinephiles and retro TV connoisseurs group together to talk about ridiculous Action/Crime/Horror genre tropes, deadly protagonists, outrageous body counts, political conspiracies, over-the-top gimmick-driven premises and the merit of various franchises. Facebook: www.facebook.com/JackedUpReviewShow/ Twitter: https://x.com/JackedUpReview Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacked_up_podcast/
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Dumbgeons & Dragons is a funny, rules-light Dungeons & Dragons actual play podcast where friends tell epic stories full of heart, chaos, and ridiculous choices. Whether you’re new to D&D, just learning the ropes, or a longtime fan who loves a lighthearted adventure, you’ll feel right at home at our table. Campaign 2 (Seasons 3 & 4) begins in the gritty city of Vintersmouth—a place of secrets, schemes, and spontaneous street magic. This season is the perfect place to jump in, with a fresh cas ...
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Welcome to A Shot In The Arm Podcast, where we take a deep dive into the heart of global health. Since our launch in 2019, we've released over 150 episodes that illuminate the intersection of innovation and equity in healthcare. Join me, your host Ben Plumley—a global infectious disease strategist and passionate HIV advocate, along with our expert team of co-hosts, as we engage in compelling, character-driven conversations with a diverse array of guests from around the world. Together, we ex ...
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Join The StreamPunks as they boldly go where no one has gone before in their thrilling live stream of Star Trek Adventures 2nd Edition! In "The Last Excelsior: A Clear Skies Adventure," our intrepid crew embarks on a high-stakes mission aboard the starship Excelsior, navigating through uncharted territories and facing unforeseen challenges. Watch as our players immerse themselves in the rich lore of the Star Trek universe, bringing to life the excitement, camaraderie, and moral dilemmas that ...
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Watershed

Watershed

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Watershed is a podcast exploring Florida in flux. We feature character-driven, sound-rich stories from across the Sunshine State about Floridian culture and our changing environment. Learn more at www.watershedradio.com
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Hosted by award-winning story coach K.M. Weiland, the Helping Writers Become Authors podcast will take you deep into story theory, writing techniques, and all the incredible wisdom of story. There is no such thing as "just a story." Come along to find out how to write YOUR best story, astound the world, and (just maybe) change your life!
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Story Time Animated

Story Time Animated

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Story Time Animated is your new favorite storytelling podcast, packed with voice-acted dramas full of secrets, heartbreak, betrayal, time travel, love, and everything in between. This story time podcast brings the same binge-worthy stories you loved—now reimagined as a cinematic audio experience. Whether you're into emotional fiction, character-driven drama, or mystery-packed story arcs, Story Time Animated will hook you fast and hit you hard. Press play. You’re not ready for what’s next. Ho ...
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NEW: Check out of the Original Series Soundtrack - available on all major streaming platforms now! Step into the fractured timelines of a mysterious traveler known only as The Doctor — a man of many faces and forgotten pasts. In this full-cast audio fiction series, original adventures blend cosmic wonder, existential mystery, and dark whimsy across the vast tapestry of space and time. Each story is an immersive episode, drawing you into alien carnivals, ancient wars, haunted stars, and the e ...
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Be 1 Change 1

Roscoe and CAS

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Welcome to the BE ONE - CHANGE ONE podcast. Our mission objective is to DEFINE VALUES, PRACTICE INTEGRITY, and INSPIRE CHANGE. Our Vision is to mentor men and empower them to achieve more by taking responsibility for shaping their own lives. We do this by sharing stories, strategies, and tactics to inspire change and convey skills to help men create opportunity in their lives by exploring topics like authenticity, character and leadership. We encourage everyone to take personal accountabilit ...
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No Initiative

No Initiative

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No Initiative is a TTRPG actual play group of six streamers who have been playing together live on Twitch since Spring 2020. Our group focuses on stories driven by character connections and dramatic narrative choices, and plays long term campaigns as well as one shots. Follow us for updates on Twitter (@NoInitiative), or check out how you can support us on Patreon.com/NoInitiative.
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The Thrive Within Podcast is for High Performers Hungry for More Than Just Success. This is a faith-based personal growth podcast where powerhouses like you and I are guided into a journey of inner healing, biblical truth, and Kingdom purpose. Each episode is a deep dive into God’s heart for your growth by tapping into the stories and mindsets of empowered women who have walked life's journey. Truth is, we can all see a bit of ourselves in someone else's story. It is my prayer that as we jou ...
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A fallout solo-rpg podcast. Combining audio from the table, scripted narration and atmospheric soundscapes, A Wasteland Story follows the travel of a young girl, lost and alone, struggling to survive in the wasteland. SosKaid finds herself inexplicably rescued from the jagged rusty saw of a security robot by a young Brotherhood of Steel initiate. She had taken refuge in a factory building escaping the horrific events that overran her village and (presumably) wiped out her family and everyone ...
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What Should I Read Next? is the show for every reader who has ever finished a book and faced the problem of not knowing what to read next. Each week, Anne Bogel, of the blog Modern Mrs Darcy, interviews a reader about the books they love, the books they hate, and the books they're reading now. Then, she makes recommendations about what to read next. The real purpose of the show is to help YOU find your next read. To learn more or apply to be on the show visit whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com.
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This podcast is for men and women who desire to have a rich life filled with the things of God, a healthy family and live a life of fulfillment The Elevation Room is where stories of faith, family, and fulfillment come together to help you grow into who you were created to be. If you’ve ever felt stuck, uncertain, or like you’re not enough, you’re not alone. If you are pursuing to build a life of purpose—deepening your faith, strengthening your family, and finding true fulfillment in your wo ...
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Stories Found

Stories Found

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Stories Found is an Austin-based comedy podcast and production company creating original, high-quality comedy for audio drama and live performance. Our show features scripted comedy shorts, hilarious audio plays, and behind-the-scenes looks at the writing and production process. Every episode showcases the work of an emerging comedy writer, brought to life by professional actors and sound designers. About the Hosts Ava Love Hanna is a playwright, author, and award-winning storyteller obsesse ...
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Do you ever feel like a fraud? Struggle with chronic self-doubt? Wonder if you really deserve your role? You’re not alone. As a leadership coach who’s battled impostor syndrome myself, I created this podcast to provide a place where professionals can share their stories, shed the silent shame and feel seen. Each episode features honest conversations with professionals from all walks of life who’ve faced impostor syndrome and found ways to move through it. We’ll also hear from experts who sha ...
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Imagine that the next messiah doesn’t come from religion, but from the tech world. Are his choices destined to save humanity—or doom it? After ending a war, Chartrulean rises to power and ushers in a new technological era, rekindling hope while deepening political divides. As his influence grows, he grapples with identity, leadership, and the weight of his relationships. The Madness of Chartrulean is a character-driven sci-fi epic for fans of Dune, Foundation, and Game of Thrones. Blending p ...
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Paradigm

Frequency Podcast Network

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Paradigm is a podcast about the surprising and personal experiences that shape the way we walk through the world. These are intimate, character-driven stories that highlight big issues in our society. Each story is told by someone new with their unique perspective on the issue at hand, and sometimes with their own personal stake in the story. Host Stefanie Phillips will take listeners into these new experiences and introduce them to each storyteller. We all have our own stories. They might s ...
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Mercury's Wake

Stephanie Vlahos

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The popular podcast, Mercury’s Wake – Before Chaos is a character-driven story based on the first book from the author's sci-fi novel, Mercury's Wake – The Long Weekend, delivering a reality-bending four-day journey into backstories, premonitions, murder, high stakes gambling, parallel universes, an alien prophesy, interdimensional travel, metaphor, and ordinary people compelled by the reflections of a fictitious character in a book found in an abandoned Cadillac just up from Chaco Canyon, N ...
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Join filmmaker Alex Karpovsky ("The Hole Story") as he discusses his two latest films. "Rubberneck" is a slow- burning, character-driven thriller about a scientist who, after a weekend tryst with a coworker, develops unreciprocated desires that go awry. "Red Flag" reveals Karpovsky’s stellar comic chops in a close-to-the-bone comedy in which he plays an indie filmmaker who takes to the road with an old pal for a misbegotten adventure after being dumped.
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A Call to Ruin

Adventures in Lollygagging

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Adventures in Lollygagging is a group of silly folks who create, record, and live-stream content for several tabletop roleplaying games. In our audio-only podcasts and our video content via Twitch and YouTube, we focus on character-driven stories, bad decisions, and an abundance of absurdity. We have featured games like Zweihänder, Mutant Year Zero, Vaesen, Heart, Shinobigami, and Electric Bastionland, with plenty more games on the horizon to play. Our first audio-only show, A CALL TO RUIN, ...
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The How to Write The Future Podcast offers fiction writing tips for science fiction and fantasy authors who want to create optimistic stories because when we vision what is possible, we help make it so. By science fiction and fantasy author and fiction writing coach, Beth Barany.
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Ticking With Purpose

Tickingwithpurpose

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We seek to encourage people to pursue a purpose driven life - honoring God with their minds, bodies and souls, whilst dealing with real-life struggles, promoting healthy relationships and enjoying the amazing gift of life. We also seek to promote healthy lifestyles including travel, food, nature, culture, fashion and other interests.
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Greetings and welcome to the Dicey Cantina. We are but a humble watering hole in the slums of the planet Druckenwell. The smugglers and swoopers, who pass through here, are told amazing stories of resistance, and rebellion, against the harsh rule of the Galactic Empire; and tales, of the Heroes that would build a movement on hope. The Dicey Cantina Podcast brings you adventures of intrigue, played out as an actual-play Star Wars RPG from Fantasy Flight Games. On Mondays we tell character dri ...
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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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Storystruck

Storystruck

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Welcome to StoryStruck, where we believe every writer has the power to change the world—one word at a time. Dive into writing rituals, creative strategies, and the insider tips you need to go from “I have an idea” to “I’m holding my book!” Weekly episodes feature candid chats with authors, editors, book coaches, and industry insiders where you’ll discover fresh ideas that turn writing challenges into breakthroughs. Whether you’re outlining your first draft or polishing your masterpiece, join ...
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***TOP RANKED IN THE 5% GLOBALLY*** CONGRATULATIONS, THEY CALL ME MISTA YU!!!! Real talk, hard sayings, and authentic conversations from game changers and excuse removers worldwide, giving you tools and strategies to help you grow you! This is the original podcast! The O.G. The G.O.A.T. if you will! This is where it all started. I was talking relationships, faith, sports, pop culture, and world news. A little something for everyone here! Enjoy your journey! We’re talking to: The Transformati ...
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We're your Oceanic Three: Theresa, Amanda, and Kip. Join us as we get in-depth about our favourite television show - Lost! We talk about everything: The Island, The Survivors, The Tailies, The Others, The Myths, The Theories, and on and on and on, but we also talk about how Lost changed the television landscape when it came out and how it still reverberates to this day. Most of all, though, we always come back to how Lost is primarily a character-driven show. For every myth and mystery, five ...
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Tom Donahue is a seasoned talk host, an innovative and independent broadcast voice. Tom Donahue Reports has returned and offered on-demand for podcast reports and briefings (new) and streaming. Heard on Talk Stream Live, Talk Right and K-Star Talk Radio Network. Tom Donahue Show had aired on KCAA Radio, WFYL, Red State Talk Radio, Liberty News Radio. He was on broadcast radio distributed by Salem (SRN) in 2018 with a live weekend talk show aired on stations KSLM, KCAA, WXME, KYAH, Red State ...
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Join director Lee Hirsch as he discusses “Bully,” a beautifully cinematic, character-driven documentary that follows five kids and families over the course of a school year. With an intimate glimpse into homes, classrooms, cafeterias, and principals’ offices, the film offers insight into the often cruel world of the lives of bullied children. “Bully,” which examines the dire consequences of bullying through the testimony of strong and courageous youth and through the power of their stories, ...
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What if the stories we love are mirrors of the stories we live? The Living Story is a soulful podcast that explores the intersection of fiction, faith, and emotional healing. Hosted by Tennille Martinez, a writer, teacher, and spiritual storyteller, this show dives into the lives of beloved book characters both classic and contemporary to uncover the deeper truths they reveal about identity, purpose, heartbreak, growth, and God. Each episode blends literary analysis, biblical reflection, and ...
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“Written from the point of view of one character and then another scene from the another character. Now, we would never shift point of view within a scene, but each scene, each segment of the book is from a different point of view.” - Lawrence Connolly In this How To Write the Future episode, “Building Character-Driven Action Adventure Stories with…
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What's the difference between a character-driven story and a plot-driven story? And how do you know which one you're writing? In this episode, I explain what these terms actually mean, how to identify where your manuscript falls on the spectrum, and—most importantly—how to strengthen whichever element needs more support. You'll learn the two most c…
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Boomer (from Podcast in the Woods) joins me to summarize Bret Easton Ellis' satirical look at terrible human beings disguised as established elites. How much more graphic is the book version of AMERICAN PSYCHO and what are some surprising trivia about how it got greenlit? What sequence of events actually did happen and which ones were in Patrick Ba…
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Morning runs with Harry leave Neville aching but proud, and breakfast turns into a front-row seat to chaos when Dumbledore suddenly breaks out in an uncontrollable poison-ivy rash in front of the whole school. While McGonagall punishes everyone for laughing, Neville quietly calls Hermione out for always choosing the Headmaster over her friends. In …
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Send us a text The summoning of the Angel Michael is taking place at the ~Profesoors office. The werewolf has to be convinced to sacrifice a paw. Belphastus is on his way to hell. In order to run shi... things. The Professor's Pressing Matter: Episode 191: Werewolf The Podcast - A Serial Killer Drama (Short Stories for Halloween by Gregory Alexande…
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"Some of the best decisions I’ve made in my life have been rooted in faith where I couldn’t give a guarantee but I had faith and some of the worst decisions I’ve made in my life were rooted in fear.” Governor Wes Moore In this inspiring and wide-ranging conversation, Maryland Governor Wes Moore joins The Pivot Podcast to discuss leadership, purpose…
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The crew fights off an attack on their home base. This is an actual-play of the HARD WIRED ISLAND Roleplaying Game. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ - Cast - Kowboi Frezh. Played by Alex. D3RE:K. Played by Derek. bl00d r10t. Played by Maitreyi. https://tinyurl.com/256mcfw7 Sw33T. Played by Melissa. https://melazera.bsky.social C00…
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In this episode of The Impostor Syndrome Files, we dive into the psychology behind high performance with developmental theorist Max Stephens. Max’s work is rooted in a bold premise: the greatest chokehold on any business or career isn’t the market or the competition, it’s our own personal psychology. And until we understand and address that, we’ll …
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We love unique reading projects around here, and today's guest has maintained hers since 2021. We're going to hear all about it and explore how she's adding a new twist for 2026. Kate Mosesso is a reader and improv comedian who lives and works in Chicago. She's a lifelong reader, and while she loves the stories on the page, she's an even bigger fan…
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Feeling like your work-in-progress is spiraling out of control? You're not alone. This episode tackles that overwhelming moment when your story feels too big, too messy, and too complicated to wrangle. Learn why overwhelm hits at predictable points (spoiler: it's not about your talent), and get four practical strategies to regain your footing witho…
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YT Comedian/Podcaster Hoff Matthews joins me to sum up our favorite moments about the so-bad-it's-good slasher dark comedy franchise SILENT NIGHT DEADLY NIGHT. Which installment would be so much better if it loosened up on the disturbing backstory? Is the first sequel still one of the best quotable bad movies of all time? Are director Brian Yuzna's…
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While Dumbledore fumes at Grimmauld Place over lost control, vanished Dursleys, and a silent Harry, Sirius finally learns that the Golden Trio has fallen out and that his godson is no longer confiding in him. Back at Hogwarts, Severus Snape uses the quiet of the holidays to plan the next subtle strike against Umbridge with Dobby’s help and to rethi…
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Redcaps overrun Calumet-on-Sea as a group of festival attendees search for shelter. This is an actual-play of WE'RE IN DANGER, an upcoming tabletop roleplaying campaign designed by Jeff Baker (the GM of this session). Available on itch.io now! Hop into our Discord channel (link below) to get updates and playtest sessions of the game. - Cast - Jerem…
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“I am currently deeply involved with the process and the importance of creativity in the second half of life.” - Catherine Bramkamp In this episode of How To Write the Future, “Writing Through Chaos: Creativity and Resilience with Catharine Bramkamp,” host Beth Barany chats with fellow writing and creativity coach Catharine Bramkamp. Catharine dive…
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It's time for more unofficial Christmas/Winter set movies and more for this holiday season so get ready as we go into overdrive in delivering more whacky entertainment for your earbuds: I decided it was time to revisit the Christmas backdrop set other adaptations of THE BOURNE IDENTITY. In this minisode, you get a look at the original '80s mini-ser…
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Dumbledore’s alarms go off: the prophecy has been moved. At the Ministry, he finds smashed spheres and a panicked Mundungus Fletcher, and summons the Order to Grimmauld Place in fury. Down in the Hogwarts dungeons, Harry and Severus quietly shatter the orb themselves and hear the full prophecy at last – including the devastating line that either Ha…
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🎧 Chronicles of the Nildorin - Ep 9, Session 37 (Part 2) After a chaotic morning in Wenkam, the Nildorin take time to bathe, among other things, at the Full Moon Day Spa & Brothel. Clean they press northward outside of town to the magic school for Nemiea to meet the Headmistress and share her rare magic. They make an appointment with the King, and …
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In this special World AIDS Day episode, Emily Bass and Ben Plumley delve into the current and future state of the global AIDS response. Join them as they discuss the rise of Emily's influential Substack, the impact of recent US administration policies, and the essential roles played by organizations like UNAIDS. The conversation highlights the chal…
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On Christmas morning, Severus springs a surprise trip on Harry: glamoured and under the cloak, they slip out of Hogwarts to the Leaky Cauldron for breakfast and a very private meeting with wandmaker Gregorovitch. A box full of wands rejects Harry one after another until a final, ancient wand accepts him – ebony with a sphinx hair core imbued with p…
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The investigators receive an enticing offer from a surprising source. This is an actual-play of ETERNAL LIES, a tabletop roleplaying campaign from Pelgrane Press, and using the CALL OF CTHULHU system from Chaosium. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ - Cast - Carmelita Buñuel. Investigative Journalist. Played by Maitreyi. Beverly Key…
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Christmas at Hogwarts starts with staff politics and a headline that changes everything. While Dumbledore pushes Severus to begin Occlumency lessons with Harry, the morning Prophet announces a mass Azkaban breakout and names Sirius Black as the scapegoat. Harry reads about nine escaped Death Eaters, realizes the Dementors have fully joined Voldemor…
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Our team thought it was a great idea to start rewinding previous (but timely) episodes of our show during the times that Mista Yu is away from the microphone. All of these beautiful Blasts from the Past were previously broadcast, but we are sharing them with you at a time when you might need them most. Hope you enjoy the review! *******************…
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The party spends its loot before fate calls them northward once more. This is an actual-play campaign using Conan: The Hyborian Age, a new TTRPG system from Monolith Games. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ - Cast - Long, as Jitai. Ashley, as Hilina. Kipser, as Valianne. https://bsky.app/profile/kipser.bsky.social Melissa, as Atlan…
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To close out the parent's basement themed week, Tom & JJ reflect with Cam on the infamous movies featured on Mystery Science Theater 3000/RiffTrax that actually aren't a pain to endure nor unwatchable. There Are Worser Crimes Against Cinema! SONG USED: "A Clown in the Sky" by Farid Barron TrioBy JackedUpReviewShow
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Christmas at Hogwarts is strangely quiet, and Harry uses the peace to bury himself in the rare Parseltongue book he bought at auction. Inside he finds a Slytherin–invented potion that would let Severus understand Parseltongue, brewed with crushed basilisk eggshells – the perfect gift once Harry’s egg finally hatches. Down in the dungeons, he and Se…
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This episode dives deep into the show My Life is Murder, starring Lucy Lawless as Alexa Crowe. From her iconic days as Xena: Warrior Princess to her brash, witty detective in Auckland, Lawless proves reinvention is possible and powerful. Join Michael T as he explores the show’s unique blend of mystery, humor, and heart, the dynamic between Alexa an…
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Filmbuff Jeff Kerr, Poet Oreo Brewer & the usual podcasting suspects welcome interviewer Jimmy Carter for a tribute on actor/filmmaker Jack Nicholson. TOPICS INCLUDE: *Discussion on his rare appeal with both critics & audiences, the best parodies of him & how his career is a special kind of lightning in a bottle *When did he become the recognizable…
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Summoned to Dumbledore’s office, Harry has to use every scrap of Occlumency and Slytherin subtlety Severus taught him to lie about his vision and Arthur Weasley’s attack. He refuses Grimmauld Place, chooses to stay at Hogwarts for Christmas, and makes it clear that Neville is his true ally now, not Ron and Hermione. Later, safe in Severus’s quarter…
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Our team thought it a great idea to start rewinding previous (but timely) episodes of our show during the times that Mista Yu is away from the microphone. All of these beautiful Blasts from the Past were previously broadcast, but we are sharing them with you at a time when you might need them most. Hope you enjoy the review! Mista Yu was more trans…
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In this episode of The BAGO Mic Podcast, Liam, Easton, and Cas share what the Ho-Chunk Powwow means to them and why these celebrations remain so important in their community. They reflect on the pride that comes from honoring their culture, explaining how powwows aren’t just about dancing—they’re about connecting with ancestors, remembering history…
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Season One is a wrap! In this episode, we reflect on their creative journeys, the growth of our writing community, and the valuable lessons learned throughout the season. We discuss the importance of finding joy in writing, the tools and techniques that have helped them, and the significance of author friendships. The conversation also touches on t…
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We get to sum up our favorite quotes, character studies, battles & recurring mysteries on the spin-off Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. What is more gripping here compared to other Trek outings? How does it handle a throwback to the original show while balancing out legal arguments, planetary terror, tech talk & tactical action like the later shows b…
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Christmas is coming, Umbridge is quietly being driven mad by Severus Snape’s potions, and Hogwarts is starting to notice that Harry Potter is not the same boy who came back from the graveyard. While Umbridge staggers through classes on no sleep, Neville sneaks off to buy his own wand and Harry’s grades keep climbing. That night everything tilts whe…
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In the final episode of this series we follow the 1798 rebellion into its most dramatic and desperate days. As fear grips Dublin and battles erupt across Wexford and Ulster the future of Ireland hangs in the balance. The story details the major clash on the Avoca River at Arklow and then finally brings us to the slopes of Vinegar Hill where the fat…
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Our team thought it was a great idea to start rewinding previous (but timely) episodes of our show during the times that Mista Yu is away from the microphone. All of these beautiful Blasts from the Past were previously broadcast, but we are sharing them with you at a time when you might need them most. Hope you enjoy the review! *******************…
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Send us a text Belphastus makes his play. The Professor's Pressing Matter: Episode 191: Werewolf The Podcast - A Serial Killer Drama (Short Stories for Halloween by Gregory Alexander Sharp Book 3) Find at the link below. https://amzn.to/47expjw Please check out Odin Apparel for amazing Viking-themed kits and our T-shirts. Preorder it now at this li…
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“The most dangerous person is one who truly believes in himself..." Darren Woodson 3x Super Bowl Champion It's Thanksgiving week and we have a lot to be grateful for Pivot Family and can't celebrate this holiday without talking about gratitude, family and of course football. And when we talk Thanksgiving football- we have to talk Dallas Cowboys. In…
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With Bl00d and Big D sidelined, the rest of the crew follows up on other leads. This is an actual-play of the HARD WIRED ISLAND Roleplaying Game. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ - Cast - Kowboi Frezh. Played by Alex. D3RE:K. Played by Derek. bl00d r10t. Played by Maitreyi. https://tinyurl.com/256mcfw7 Sw33T. Played by Melissa. ht…
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In this episode of The Impostor Syndrome Files, we talk about experimenting with your own growth. My guest this week is Jen Wilson, a coach and consultant whose nontraditional career path has taught her that confidence doesn’t come from perfection; it comes from trusting yourself to handle whatever happens next. Jen shares how she built her career …
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Historical fiction is a popular genre among many, but today's guest learned a lot about her reading life when she realized this genre wasn't for her! Today Anne is talking with Laura Howard, an Atlanta-area faculty developer and part-time university professor. She’s always seen reading as both a personal joy and a form of connection, whether with t…
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Your first read-through of a first draft can feel like stepping into unknown territory. You’re excited to see what you made, but you’re also bracing for the messy parts you know are coming. In this episode, I walk you through exactly how to handle that first pass without falling into editing mode or judging every page. You’ll learn what actually ma…
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In this Minisode, I reflect on a special kind of spy/mystery show you might'be encountered on Masterpiece Theater: THE BLETCHLEY CIRCLE. The premise involves some British code-breakers who must track down unusual serial killings during the '50s. Is it going to appeal to those who want some first-class TV or only the cozy viewing crowd? Find out in …
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Harry Potter is suddenly that student: hand up, answers right, and every professor stunned that he is quietly top of the class. Hermione wrestles with feeling shown up, Neville basks in his Patronus success, and Harry urges him to get his own wand before the next crisis hits. In the stands, Harry, Neville, and Luna watch a brutal Gryffindor vs Slyt…
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Hey, Friends and Family. Even in the months of the podcast season when things are slow, we have content for you. Our team thought it a great idea to start reviewing previous (but timely) episodes of our show during the times that Mista Yu is away from the microphone. All of these episodes (or beautiful Blasts from the Past) were previously broadcas…
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In this episode of The BAGO Mic Podcast, Ky-Mani, Jason, Matthew, Trevor, and Katsumi dive into the meaning and power of Powwow culture. They share personal stories about dance, song, ceremony, and the teachings that come with them. Their reflections highlight how powwows strengthen cultural identity, build community, and pass traditions from one g…
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“I try to write worlds that I believe are attainable and that I think we can aspire towards.” - Abigail Hing Wen In this future‑forward episode of How To Write The Future, host Beth Barany chats with author‑filmmaker Abigail Hing Wen about The Vale — a middle‑grade fantasy where a family builds a clean, AI‑generated virtual world. They get into why…
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