A read-along exploration of Iain M. Banks Culture novels.
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Welcome to The Wine Vault. Join us each week for a new podcast episode highlighting some great (and not so great) wines. While we'll focus on value wines, occasionally we'll stray into the exotic. We are The Wine Vault, after all. Raise your glass and join us, on The Wine Vault. Cheers!
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Exploring horror films as social commentary
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The official podcast for Alternative Tentacles Records and Jello Biafra. As one of the most legendary independent labels in the world, Alternative Tentacles remains a vital and abundant source of punk rock, hardcore, spoken word artistry and a wealth of other genres. Founded in 1979 by then-Dead Kennedys frontman and outspoken provocateur Jello Biafra, A.T. has never shied away from embracing both the radical and the experimental, serving to expand the world's idea of what constitutes punk.
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The Spun Today Podcast is a show that is anchored in Writing but unlimited in scope. Join the host Tony Ortiz as he explores various topics and subjects like writing, podcasting, movies, books, TV shows, people, politics, MMA, current events and much more. Give it a whirl.
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This psychedelic mystery thrill-ride is an Alice in Wonderland glimpse into the darkness of pop culture and the unholy beings who inhabit it. The serialized story follows an investigation into a silicon valley cult and it's connection to some supernatural murders. It’s metaphysical, enchanting, scary, at times darkly humorous, and always captivating.
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Political and social commentary from a libertarian woman's perspective.
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We tell Asian America's stories to go beyond being seen. As people of all backgrounds reckon with complex legacies of race, power, culture, and identity and ask themselves, "Where do I stand?" Self Evident presents reported stories and radically open conversations from the everyday Asian Americans who have been confronting this question for generations. Our mission is to empower local communities to share stories and build relationships around the value of self-representation. Self Evident i ...
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A weekly bundle of unimportant but entertaining thoughts—jokes, musings, and random observations that won't change your life but might make you laugh. Hosted by comedian Nate Armbruster.
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Refusing to be defined by motherhood, comedians Laurel and Jenny say F*ck This Playdate and discuss topics that are often off limits in the "playdate scene" with uncensored humor and intelligence: sex, domestic boredom, menstrual cycle ups and downs, frustrations with being married young and not sleeping around, existential dread and euphoria, not being defined by your man, the drudgery of child rearing, and the deep crazy love they have for their children. www.fthisplaydate.com
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The good news is, it's under 22 minutes long. The better news is, it seems even faster. The good news is, it's hosted by Jonathan Richard Cring. The better news is, he's not a stick. The good news is, the human race is not lost. The better news is, so life doesn't suck.
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Full transparency, all I want to do is help change the world for the better. The goal is to enlighten and empower people through casual conversations with inspiring human beings. Asking questions not typically broached. Honest testimony. Discussing topics that resonate and push the culture forward and, hopefully, closer together. Sharing the stories of others and hopefully helping people realize that the struggles they face are not unique to them. Extracting the nuance out of these stories t ...
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Episode 506 - Guado al Melo Antillo Bolgheri
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1:09:58Guado al Melo In this episode, Rob and Scott review an inexpensive red from Bolgheri by Guado al Melo. Further, Chef Boyardee, will it kill you? To find out they try the "cheese", "beef", and "sausage" raviolis. So come joins, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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BONUS EPISODE - Bucklin Old Hill Ranch Bambino Field Blend
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1:14:07Bucklin Wines In this episode, Rob and Scott closed Season 9 as they review the execellent Old Hill Ranch Bambino Field Blend by Bucklin. Further, the show awards it's Value of the Year, Wine of the Year, and Winery of the Year Awards. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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Episode 505 - Viberti Giovanni "La Gemella" Barbera d'Alba
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1:10:54Viberti Giovanni In this episode, Rob and Scott review a gem from Italy, and the "La Gemella" Barbera d'Alba from Viberti Giovanni. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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Christmas Episode - Domaine du Pegau Cuvee Reserve Chateauneuf du Pape
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1:20:29Domaine du Pegau Cuvee Reserve Chateauneuf du Pape In this episode, Rob and Scott celebrate Christmas as they drink the 2004 Domaine du Pegau Cuvee Reserve Chateauneuf du Pape. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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Episode 504 - Chateau Marquis D'Alesme Becker Margaux Grand Cru Classe
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1:05:21Chateau Marquis D'Alesme In this episode, Rob and Scott experience a wine that proves a $70 bottle of wine can in fact be a tremendous value as they review the magestic Chateau Marquis D'Alesme Becker from Margaux in Bordeaux. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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Bonus Episode - Chateau Saint-Robert "Poncet Deville" Graves
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52:28Chateau Saint-Robert "Poncet Deville" Graves In this episode, Rob and Scott review a value priced Bordeaux from Chateau Saint-Robert and their Poncet Deville. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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The State of the Art, 2, The State of the Art Chapter 1
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22:08The triumphant return of Diziet Sma and we're taking the show to Planet Earth folks!By Sheridan and John
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Episode 503 - Kirkland Signature Pauillac
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1:15:55Kirkland Signature Pauillac In this episode, Rob and Scott review another of Costco's Kirkland Signature entries, this time however from the ledgendary Bordeaux AOC Pauillac. So come join us, on The Wine Valut.By Rob Dern
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Episode 502 - Bruno Alexander Valley Proprietary Blend
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1:00:58Bruno In this episode, Rob and Scott answer a question, can a $40 (actually about $70) bottle of wine be superior to wines costing 2, even 3, dare we say 4 times it's price? Possibly, however, that $40 bottle of wine isn't on this show, instead there is a wine from a "wine company" (or something, we don't know what they are) that claims their wines…
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Episode 501 - Shafer Napa Valley Merlot
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1:20:08https://shafervineyards.com/ In this episode, Rob and Scott review the classic and reverred Merlot from Shafer in Napa Valley. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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Episode 500 - Ramey Wine Cellars Napa Valley Cabernet
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1:24:59Ramey Wine Cellars In this episode, Rob and Scott celebrate the 500th episode of The Wine Value by drinking Ramey Wine Cellars Napa Valley Cabernet. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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Between Two Bassists: Michael Cook (Moms With Bangs) & Dominic Davi (Tsunami Bomb)
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1:10:18They're not just artists on the label, they are also members of the staff! Michael Cook, bassist for Moms With Bangs and part of the customer service and shipping team at Alternative Tentacles sits down with Dominic Davi, bassist for Tsunami Bomb and Marketing Director for the label. The discuss some of the recent releases, play some songs, and rev…
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Episode 499 - Fattoria la Lecciaia Rosso id Toscano
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1:14:01Fattoria la Lecciaia In this episode, Rob and Scott review a sub $20 value from Tuscany by Fattoria la Lecciaia and their Rosso id Toscano. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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Bonus: Writing Lessons from Gotham's Underworld (Companion to Ep. 278)
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5:41In this special bonus episode, we return to the shadowy corners of Gotham to unpack The Penguin — the gritty, character-driven follow-up to The Batman. Colin Farrell's Oswald Cobblepot is a study in power, loyalty, and moral decay — and in this breakdown, I explore five key writing lessons from the series: · How ambition reshapes identity · How set…
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Episode 498 - Ruffino Reserva Ducale Chianti Classico
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59:44Ruffino Reserva Ducale Chianti Classico In this episode, Rob and Scott experience the peak of value Chianti as they review the classic Reserva Ducale from Ruffino. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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#293 – Writing Lessons from Off-Broadway: The Other Americans, NYC Mayoral General Election Pick and GOATs Doing GOAT $hit
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48:09Welcome to episode 293 of the Spun Today Podcast, hosted by Tony Ortiz—the show where writing is the anchor, but the content knows no bounds. In this episode, Tony dives into the creative heart of John Leguizamo's latest Off-Broadway ensemble play, "The Other Americans," unpacking the storytelling, set design, and family dynamics that make the work…
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Episode 497 - Chateau Angelus Tempo d' Angelus Bordeaux
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1:25:25Chateau Angelus Tempo d'Angelus In this episode, Rob and Scott review the amazing 4th wine from the legendary Chateau Angelus and their Tempo d' Angleus. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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The State of the Art, 1, A Gift From The Culture
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42:29One of the earliest Culture works, we get to know a world eerily like that of BladeRunner and a Culture renegade in more trouble than they can handle.By Sheridan and John
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Episode 496 - La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir
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1:04:14La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir In this episode, Rob and Scott have a surprising experience with a steal in the value wine price range with La Crema's Pinot Noir from Monterey. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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Episode 495 - Marchesi Antinori Villa Antinori Rosso
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1:07:23Villa Antinori Toscana Rosso In this episode, Rob and Scott are pleasantly surprised by the lovely Itallian red from Marchesi Antinori, and their Villa Antinori Rosso. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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Episode 494 - Bodegas Faustino V Reserva Rioja
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1:05:58Bodegas Faustino V Reserva Rioja In this episode, Rob and Scott review an excellent Tempranillo from Spain by Bodegas Faustino V Reserva. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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#292 – Motivation for Writers: Tracking Progress and Learning from Noir Fiction
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42:23Welcome to Episode 292 of the Spun Today Podcast! In this episode, host Tony Ortiz dives deep into the writing life, inviting listeners into another motivating free writing session. Tony shares his latest writing stats and candidly discusses the ups and downs of creative consistency, including the struggles of writer's block and the magic of findin…
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Episode 493 - Ego Bodegas Goru 18 M
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1:07:23Ego Bodegas Goru In this episode, Rob and Scott review another great wine from Ego Bodegas Goru, and their 18 M. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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#291 – Crafting Horror and Humanity: Behind the Scenes with The Night Visitor's Blu Topalli and Peter Stass
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1:39:26On today's episode of Spun Today, host Tony Ortiz sits down with the powerhouse creative duo Blarime 'Blu' Topalli and Peter Stass—veteran writers, filmmakers, and the minds behind the atmospheric new horror podcast, The Night Visitor. Together, they dive deep into the art of collaboration, exploring how blending backgrounds in gothic fiction, come…
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Episode 492 - Francis Ford Coppola Winery "Director's Cut" Alexander Valley Caberent
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1:26:13Francis Ford Coppola Winery "Director's Cut" Alexander Valley Cabernet In this episode, Rob and Scott welcome back Francis Ford Coppola Winery and their Director's Cut Alexander Valley Cabernet. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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Bonus: Daredevil's Writing Lessons (Companion to Ep. 288)
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3:30Daredevil isn't just a great superhero story — it's also packed with lessons for writers. In this bonus episode, I pull together key takeaways from our Episode 288 breakdown and frame them as quick, standalone insights you can apply to your own creative work. And don't miss the free companion guide that goes along with this episode! The Spun Today …
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Episode 491 - Clarendon Hills Astralis
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1:09:23Clarendon Hills Astralis In this episode, Rob and Scott review one of the greats in Australian Shiraz, the magnificent Astralis by Clarendon Hills. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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#290 – Building the Lucas Literacy Lab: One Writer's Journey from Home Classroom to School Founder
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1:23:31Welcome back to the Spun Today podcast! In this inspiring episode, host Tony Ortiz sits down with returning guest Amanda Lucas—educator, writer, and now founder of her very own microschool, the Lucas Literacy Lab. Amanda shares her incredible journey of resilience, starting from homeschooling her daughters during the pandemic to navigating the bure…
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Episode 490 = DeLille Cellars Metier Cabernet
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1:04:17DeLille Cellars Metier Cabernet Sauvignon In this episode, Rob and Scott review one of the better values in Cabernet by DeLille Cellars and their Metier Cabernet. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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#289 – Voices of 9/11: Recounting Stories from New Yorkers (Re-release)
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2:23:45Welcome to Episode 269 of Spun Today, where we dive deep into personal stories of resilience, reflection, and creativity in the face of one of the most transformative events in modern history—the 9/11 attacks. Today, we are honored to have a plethora of voices sharing their firsthand experiences, each providing a unique lens on that tragic day. Fro…
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Episode 489 - Castello Banfi Belnero IGT
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1:09:58Castello Banfi Belnero IGT In this episode, Rob and Scott discover a gem from Banfi and their Belnero Tuscan blend. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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Alternative Tentacles Demo Derby Vol. 1
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1:27:37It's the first episode of the Alternative Tentacles Demo Derby, and bATcast host Dominic Davi (Tsunami Bomb, Loud Graves) is joined by AT GM Freya Yamamoto as they listen to new band submissions for the very first time, before forwarding them to Jello Biafra for review! Today we listen and discuss: Laughing Matter "I'll Gladly Lobby You Tuesday For…
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Episode 488 - Scott Harvey Wines Mountain Selection Zinfandel
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1:09:59Scott Harvey Wines Mountain Selection Zinfandel In this episode, Rob and Scott review an Amador standard by Scott Harvey Wines, and their Mountain Selection Zinfandel. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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https://www.flaneurwines.com/ In this episode, Rob and Scott review a low production Pinot Noir from Oregon by Flaneur Wines. Will they seek out more of this wine, or will they be glad the production is low? We shall see...on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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#288 - Daredevil's Gray Morality and Emotional Hooks: Storytelling Insights for Writers
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1:03:49Welcome to Episode 288 of the Spun Today Podcast with Tony Ortiz, where creativity takes the spotlight and storytelling is always at the heart of the conversation. In this episode, Tony dives deep into the writing brilliance of the Daredevil TV series, exploring seasons one through four and unearthing valuable insights every writer and creative can…
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Episode 486 - Bodegas Bernabeleva Navaherreros Grenache Tinto
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52:24Bodegas Bernabeleva Navaherreros Grenache Tinto In this episode, Rob and Scott find out what happens when wine imitates a train wreck when they review the horrendous Navaherreros by Bodegas Bernabeleva in Spain. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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Episode 485 - Tolani "LEGIT" Cabernet Tuscana IGT
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1:17:04Tolani "LEGIT" Cabernet Tuscana IGT In this episode, Rob and Scott enjoy the great Italian Cabernet by Tolani, known as LEGIT. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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#287 – Creative Accountability, AI Tools for Writers, Insights from Ta-Nehisi Coates and More! (Free Writing Session)
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51:34Welcome back to the Spun Today podcast! In this episode, Tony Ortiz dives deep into the creative process, taking you behind the scenes of his own writing journey. This is a special "free writing session" episode, where Tony shares his candid writing stats—celebrating the progress, confronting the setbacks, and reflecting on what it really takes to …
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Episode 484 - Rocks of Bawn "Shafts and Furrow" Red Wine
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55:54Rocks of Bawn "Shafts and Furrow" Red Wine In this episode, Rob and Scott review a small production value red from Washington known as Rocks of Bawn and their Shafts and Furrow red blend. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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Episode 483 - Castellani Touton Monsalaia Tuscana IGT
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55:30Castellani In this episode, Rob and Scott experience mediocrity in a glass as they fall asleep drinking Castellani's Monsalaia Tuscana IGT. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.By Rob Dern
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