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Rogues in the House

Rogues in the House

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Critically acclaimed podcast focusing on Sword and Sorcery & Heroic Fantasy. Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RoguesintheHouse Twitter: https://twitter.com/rogues_podcast
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Sillage and Sorcery

Sillage and Sorcery

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Welcome to Sillage and Sorcery, a podcast that explores the enchanting world of perfume through the eyes of two witches who intertwine their craft with the art of perfumery. In each episode, we center our discussion around a specific ingredient. Bee, the perfumer behind Venus Invictus, delves into the history, discovery, and chemistry of that ingredient. Meanwhile, Melissa, the creative nose behind Sif Sniffs , highlights a well-known perfume that incorporates it, discussing its significance ...
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It's a book club! Join Ryan and his friends every other Tuesday as they chat about books (and also tell you all about things they aren't sponsored by). From Mythology and Swords & Sorcery to Urban Fantasy or History, this book club is all about having a good time while exploring diverse literary genres. Currently, the club is making its way through: 14, by Peter Clines
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Eerie Iceland

Eerie Iceland

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Whether you're captivated by folklore, paranormal, sorcery, the Hidden People, haunted things, people or locations in Iceland you've come to the right place! Here you will venture into the dark side of Iceland. Will you dare to follow us into this unexplainable realm? Host: Ann Peters (Iceland Wedding Planner) is utterly obsessed with all of these things. Each week you'll be introduced to different dark sides of Iceland with a dose listener retells.
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The Bardic Hearth

Chase Noseworthy

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For fans of Dungeons and Dragons and the Kingkiller Chronicles, a monthly high fantasy audio drama with swords, sorcery, songs, and a cozy tavern in the woods . . . One-hundred years ago, Wren lost his memories when he struck a deal with the Goddess of Death and became her champion. His job entails operating a tavern alone in the middle of a cursed forest and guarding the path to the legendary Wishing Well. On the rare occasion that a wish-seeker survives the Manglewood long enough to reach ...
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In the Warhammer Film Club Jordan Sorcery and guests explore the movies that influenced, inspired, and informed the creation of Warhammer Fantasy, 40k, Necromunda, and many more classic Games Workshop games.
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The Night Club

Travis Maxel Boone

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Four cosmic cajuns and the friends they make along the way. Join us on our show for movie reviews, album suggestions, myths and legends, true crime, conspiracies, macabre history, and and all the other dark shit. Join us on our Discord server for watchalongs, hang outs, polls, games, the culinary arts, and all manner of shenanigans. We love you and we hope you can take a joke. Trav, Rick, Trev & Cody
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Edited by bestselling anthologist John Joseph Adams, LIGHTSPEED is a Hugo Award-winning, critically-acclaimed digital magazine. In its pages, you'll find science fiction from near-future stories and sociological SF to far-future, star-spanning SF. Plus there's fantasy from epic sword-and-sorcery and contemporary urban tales to magical realism, science-fantasy, and folk tales. Each month, LIGHTSPEED brings you a mix of original short stories and flash fiction featuring a variety of authors, f ...
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The Thing About Witch Hunts

Josh Hutchinson and Sarah Jack

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The Thing About Witch Hunts is the podcast of historical witch trials and modern-day violent witchcraft persecution. From the Salem Witch Trials to the ramifications of today's harmful practices related to accusations of witchcraft and ritual attacks, The Thing About Witch Hunts covers it all. Tune in today to find out why The Thing About Witch Hunts is an essential podcast for everyone interested in this intriguing subject. #history #witchcraft #SalemWitchTrials #witchhunt
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What Magic Is This?

Douglas Batchelor

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What Magic is This? is a topic based podcast about Magic, the Occult, the Esoteric, the Paranormal, the Supernatural and the Weird. Each episode revolves around one single topic in the hope that we can flesh out the important aspects one needs to know about it. From history to practices to important figures and more, What Magic is This? is for anyone curious about Magic and the strange world in which we live. If you're looking for the best place to find out about any of these topics, you've ...
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THE WIZARD SCROLL is a sword & sorcery sci-fi narrative the likes of which will make yo' momma say 'Dang son/daughter/offspring, where'd you find this?' Tales of high fantasy, of trials and triumph, of quests both epic and mundane, as well as the occasional musical number. The realm of Yyrgsland is filled to the brim with all manner of folk, and boy let me tell you, the escapades that these crazy characters get themselves into would perhaps have made even the late and great Tolkien himself s ...
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Enchanted: The History of Magic & Witchcraft brings you the most fascinating stories from the history of all things magical. Produced and hosted by an award-winning historian, episodes of Enchanted feature atmospheric music, dramatic performances, in-depth historical analysis, and a deep connection to the people and events that shaped the past. New episode on the first Friday of every month.
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Electromancy

Nathan Comstock

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Electromancy is a new audio fiction fantasy adventure podcast, which follows the story of Jenna, a teenage lightning mage (or electromancer) who, after hiding her powers for years, is finally discovered and forced to attend the Royal Institute for the Study of Sorcery. There she will find allies, enemies, mysteries, monsters, and intrigue. And you thought your high school was bad.
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Dungeons & Damsels

Unchained Productions

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Dungeons & Damsels is a medieval fantasy sword and sorcery audio drama series by Unchained Productions. Episodes are stand-alone short stories of different characters throughout the same fantasy world.
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In "The Ascendant Mage," Elysia Starweaver feels an inexplicable call from the enchanted Whispering Woods, a place steeped in ancient magic and mystery. As she embarks on a journey of self-discovery alongside her steadfast companion Thorne Blackwood, their bond is put to the test when dark forces emerge, threatening not only her newfound powers but the very essence of their world. Together, they must navigate the delicate balance between destiny and choice, unraveling secrets that could eith ...
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Legends from The Fireside is a hybrid storytelling podcast that combines the fantastic qualities of sword and sorcery fantasy with the unpredictable nature of a TTRPG. The show will feature the ongoing tales of adventure created as the show progresses, meaning that no future is predetermined, and anything can happen. The dice will decide the course of our stories, the fate of these heroes and their world, and all we can do now is listen in to these Legends from The Fireside.
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A podcast discussing all things pertaining to Sorcery: Contested Realm the Trading Card Game. From upcoming news, events, and speculations, to current developments, deck brews, card coverage, and community happenings. Your #1 source for all things Sorcery!
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On a queer and neverending quest through the fantasy films of the 80s & 90s, and all the memories and feelings they conjure up. From animated adventures and sword and sorcery epics to magical romcoms and fairytale horror, we will journey through the big blockbusters and cult classics. https://linktr.ee/onceuponavhs Join our Clamshell Club on Patreon to support the show and gain access to exclusive Once Upon A VHS bonus episodes updated monthly: Boxset - reviewing 80s and 90s fantasy TV (incl ...
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What Mad Universe?!?

Adam Prosser and Philip Rice

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Action! Excitement! Horror! Romance! Thrills and Chills! Swords and Sorcery! Rockets and Rayguns! Hosts Adam Prosser and Philip Rice take a journey through the history of SF, Fantasy, horror, and pulp fiction. Every 2 weeks one of us, alternating back and forth, selects a book or book series from the late 18th century up to the present to look back on, discuss, and examine. Some of them have left an indelible mark on pop culture; some of them are forgotten echoes of what might have been...al ...
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After a violent coup that shatters his corporate empire, ruthless CEO Herbert Thorne finds himself inexplicably transformed and stranded in a treacherous swamp ruled by mischievous goblins. Stripped of his power and forced to navigate this chaotic new world, he must leverage his cunning and ambition to forge an unlikely new empire among the creatures that once seemed beneath him. Can Herbert reshape his destiny, or will he become just another lost soul in the murky depths?
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Sorta Sorcery

Will & Chase

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Welcome to the hottest fantasy film podcast about the hottest fantasy films. Join us this season as we dive deep into camp classics of the Sword and Sorcery genre. Expect to find critical commentary, playful banter, and lots of laughs as we review the history, reception, and plot of a new movie every week.
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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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Is That A Sorcery?

Is That A Sorcery?

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The "Is That A Sorcery?" Podcast presented by your Host Nyx and a varying cast of guest stars is a show about deck techs and general Arena & MTGO play by Nyx and others. Occasional D&D play will be riddled in! Hope you enjoy!
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Chandrakanta is a timeless tale that follows a passionate romance as it navigates a world of sorcery, treachery, and enchantment, leaving an indelible mark on Indian literature. Visit https://krity.app/ for more books and to become a narrator. Follow us on Instagram @krity.app and stay updated with the latest releases.
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Dragon’s Rest

Drunk Jester Media

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Dragon’s Rest is a fiction podcast about the adventure behind the adventure. Set in the proverbial tavern where all great journeys get their start, the show flourishes as a half-hour comedic romp through the sword & sorcery genre. Each episode satirizes and homages fantasy tropes with our cast of lovable misfits.
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Beautiful Sunday Podcast

Kristin Hermosillo & Seleena Dominguez

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Welcome, traveler… You’ve found the podcast that blurs the line between truth and tale. Each week, join Kristin & Seleena — your guides into the strange, the unsolved, and the beautifully bizarre — as they dive into mystery files, eerie legends, forgotten science, and curious objects with secrets. Seleena spins the stories, Kristin takes the bait (and plays the games), and together they uncover the whispers behind the wonder. 🌀 From haunted paintings to lost mines, from science that sounds l ...
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The Gist

Peach Fish Productions

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For thirty minutes each day, Pesca challenges himself and his audience, in a responsibly provocative style, and gets beyond the rigidity and dogma. The Gist is surprising, reasonable, and willing to critique the left, the right, either party, or any idea.
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Sworcery

Jef and Jason

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Welcome to Sworcery! The search continues for the perfect sword & sworcery movie. This is a podcast where your hosts, Jef Drawbaugh and Jason Kincaid, recap films and rate them to determine if they are indeed a great Sword and Sorcery movie.
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Death’s Door Podcast

Death’s Door Podcast

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At Death’s Door Podcast, our goal is to highlight the competitive aspects of Sorcery: Contested Realm, from tight gameplay and innovative deckbuilding to picking the best deck for the meta. If you’re looking to level up your play patterns, improve your win rate, and get coverage on all things competitive Sorcery, you’re in the right place.
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The Slakrverse Tales

Mark Jefferson

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The Slakrverse Tales features original short stories and commentary. Each season follows a common thread, and showcases various original Fantasy and Science Fiction tales from “The universe of my mind.”, a.k.a. the Slakrverse!
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Step into a gleaming, outrageous world where swords sing, sorcery smolders, and the joy of cinema is unabashedly pure. In this episode of Cinema Yugen, Kent Hill celebrates Lawrie Brewster’s The Slave and The Sorcerer — a handcrafted valentine to 80s sword-and-sorcery that revels in bravado, practical effects, and larger-than-life performances. Fro…
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In this episode Alan reviews (books linked below): Double Edged Sword & Sorcery 1 published by Brackenbury Books 2024 The Walls of Shira Yulun by Dariel R.A. Quiogue Waste Flowers by Bryn Hammond How to Surf a Hurricane by Todd Medema published by Atmosphere Press 2025 Vigilance by Allen Stroud published by Flame Tree Press 2024 Sub-Liminal by Alas…
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Former Games Workshop & Black Library editor and Fighting Fantasy brand manager, Marc Gascoigne interview. In this interview Marc Gascoigne and Jordan Sorcery talk about Marc's time helping to fashion the Fighting Fantasy game book series into a global phenomenon. From joining Sir Ian Livingstone and Steve Jackson's franchise early in it's life to …
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In this episode, Melissa of Sif Sniffs explores the multifaceted world of musk in perfumery, discussing its origins, cultural significance, and the ethical considerations surrounding its use. They delve into the historical context of musk, its production methods, and the rise of synthetic alternatives. Bee of Venus Invictus also highlights Serge Lu…
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Get the full 15 year ad-free archive, including all 2 hour extended interviews with THC+: Subscribe via our website and get the Plus show on your usual podcast apps with a custom RSS feed or at TheHighersideChats.com Subscribe via Patreon if Spotify playback & payment through Paypal are important to you. About Today’s Guest: Nick Hinton is known fo…
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The former NBA power forward and unmistakably English John Amaechi talks leadership, psychology, and the everyday skills that make organizations work. His book It's Not Magic: The Ordinary Skills of Exceptional Leaders anchors a conversation about accountability, ambition, and what people misunderstand about excellence. Also: Europe's frozen-assets…
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Daniel Zoughbie discusses Kicking the Hornet's Nest: U.S. Foreign Policy in the Middle East from Truman to Trump, arguing that Truman's one-sided recognition of Israel and decades of U.S. overreliance on defense distorted the region's trajectory. He traces missed off-ramps from Oslo to the Olmert–Abbas talks, explaining why partition remains the on…
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Get the full 15 year ad-free archive, including all 2 hour extended interviews with THC+: Subscribe via our website and get the Plus show on your usual podcast apps with a custom RSS feed or at TheHighersideChats.com Subscribe via Patreon if Spotify playback & payment through Paypal are important to you. About Today’s Guest: Mike Wilkerson has alwa…
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Dan Abnett's Riders of the Dead is a brutal, profound, and incredibly exciting novel set in the world of Warhammer Fantasy. In this special episode of the GW Book Club Jordan Sorcery and Stu from Miniature Realms chat about this amazing book. Long a Black Library fan favourite this book is set in the early stages of the Storm of Chaos, a mammoth gl…
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A desperate farmer at Reynistaður makes a risky bargain with a mysterious carpenter who offers to build his church... If the farmer can guess his name. But the deal hides a sinister price: The farmer's young son. Like what you hear? Give us 5 Stars! And follow for more... Checkout our website: Eerie Iceland Follow us on: Instagram Find our page on:…
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Something’s howling in the Alaskan wild… and it’s not a bear. In this episode of Campfire Bites, Kristin and Seleena take you deep into the frozen frontiers of folklore with three terrifying tales of towering beasts. From the weeping child-turned-giant known as the Urayuli, to the Kushtaka, a foul-smelling otter-like predator feared by the Tlingit,…
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On this Saturday edition, Mike Pesca joins the cast of Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone to explain the dopamine minefield of modern sports betting. He walks Paula and Adam Felber through the mechanics of the "vig," the absurdity of Cleveland pitchers throwing balls into the dirt to cover prop bets, and the time NBA legend Chauncey Billups unwitti…
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We round off a trilogy of Jonathan Green Fighting Fantasy books with Stormslayer, which follows Bloodbones and Howl of the Werewolf. Is it a case of the third time’s the charm or is this book falling at the final hurdle? With art from experienced illustrator Stephen Player this takes more of a classic fantasy approach than the more horror themed Ho…
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When Bryan Kristopowitz drags you behind the velvet curtain of late‑night video stores — the hum of fluorescent lights and the scent of worn VHS — you discover that direct‑to‑video films are not failures but secret adventures. In this episode of Cinema Yugen, Bryan tells the improbable story of how a trove of rescued reviews became a book celebrati…
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Mohanad Elshieky joins Funny You Should Mention with stories that make Benghazi feel less like a political Rorschach test and more like the small town where he learned comedy by roasting his siblings and dodging unlicensed militias. He walks us through the dictatorship-era silence around politics, the sudden rise of ISIS-adjacent checkpoints, and t…
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Picture masked figures appearing at your door on a dark winter's evening, their faces hidden behind soot and disguise, ready to perform ancient rituals of death and resurrection. This is mumming, a tradition stretching back centuries. From medieval Europe to its journey across the Atlantic to its dramatic transformation in modern Philadelphia, this…
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TJ Raphael, host of the series Liberty Lost, joins Mike to investigate the "Liberty Godparent Home"—a facility on Liberty University's campus where pregnant teens were allegedly pressured into adoption under the guise of spiritual redemption—and discuss why the financial incentives of the "adoption industrial complex" often cause the promise of ope…
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This episode features "You Always Told Her You'd Give Her the World" by Aimee Ogden (©2025 by Aimee Ogden) read by Mirron Willis, and "Reality Check" by Nancy Kress (©2025 by Nancy Kress) read by Justine Eyre. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press
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In this week's episode... With a mysterious reveal, the group is left with more questions than answers! If only Bizard was here! 🎲 Dumbgeons & Dragons is a beginner-friendly, rules-light actual play podcast where Canadian friends create inclusive D&D adventures full of improv comedy, supportive storytelling, and zero gatekeeping. ✨ Campaign 2 - Per…
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True crime historian Rachel McCarthy James joins to talk about Whack Job: A History of Axe Murder, tracing humanity's relationship between axe and skull, where questions about Axe-related word play are axed and answered. Then the show pivots to how algorithms elevate the most loathed spokespeople on every hot-button issue, from Riley Gaines to Jasm…
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Get the full 15 year ad-free archive, including all 2 hour extended interviews with THC+: Subscribe via our website and get the Plus show on your usual podcast apps with a custom RSS feed or at TheHighersideChats.com Subscribe via Patreon if Spotify playback & payment through Paypal are important to you. About Today’s Guest:Etienne de la Boetie2 is…
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Dogs of War were a classic army from Warhammer Fantasy's 5th edition, but does their only Armies Book still hold up? Stu from Miniature Realms and Jordan Sorcery chat about their latest read in the GW Book Club - a regular podcast talking about classic books published by Games Workshop and the Black Library. _____________________________ Support St…
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Episode Description: Just saw Wicked: For Good (Wicked Part 2) and wondering what it all means? The sequel to 2024's blockbuster Wicked movie starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande delivers the pure magic and joy of Wicked's fairytale storytelling while also serving as a mirror reflecting our world's darkest patterns of persecution. Join hosts Sa…
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Daniel Brook and Brandy Schillace trace the life and legacy of Magnus Hirschfeld, the so-called "Einstein of Sex," from his pioneering Institute for Sexual Science to the Nazis parading his severed likeness at the 1933 book burning. They dig into the longer prehistory of Weimar queer politics and antisemitism, discussing how obsessions with masculi…
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Join us for a feast of Thanksgiving trivia and silly dad jokes on this Friendsgiving episode! Madame Wyrd: https://www.amazon.com/Venture-Book-Deception-Star-Chronicles/dp/1300467851 Kevin Davis: https://www.kevisyde.com/ The Kilt & The Redneck: https://linktr.ee/Thekiltandtheredneckpodcast TNC: https://linktr.ee/thenightclub Special Guests: Evan B…
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In the summer of 1819, the whaleship Essex set sail from Nantucket, chasing fortune across the vast and indifferent Pacific. What began as a routine whaling voyage soon veered into a nightmare, however, when the hunted became the hunter, and the ship, until now known as one of the luckiest around, was smashed to splinters, leaving her crew adrift i…
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Michael D. Fuller joins to talk about Hulu's Murdaugh: Death in the Family. The conversation digs into what scripted drama can do that true-crime podcasts and prosecutors can't, especially around messy motives and family dynamics that don't fit a neat trial narrative. Plus, an opening segment on Trump's "don't give up the ship" blowup, congressiona…
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In the tiny town of Stokkseyri lurks a figure gnawing on a human skull: Maurhildur, the infamous man-eater. Learn her origins from a supernatural birth to her Trollish ways in this strange Icelandic saga. Like what you hear? Give us 5 Stars! And follow for more... Checkout our website: Eerie Iceland Follow us on: Instagram Find our page on: Faceboo…
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In this episode, I quiz the rules guru, Matt Egar, about movement in combat as we unpick all the various ideas, concepts, and rules. Welcome to Mythras Matters Season 1 episode 76 - Gait, charging and moving in combat. SHOW Links: Podcast on YouTube RPG Shop - https://ko-fi.com/inwils/shop ☕ Become a RPG supporter (Ko-Fi) ➡➡ https://ko-fi.com/inwil…
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Cursed Keepsakes File:004 | The Sorrow That Spreads: Portrait of a Crying Child It survived the fire — again. A child’s tear-streaked face, untouched while everything else burns. This is the tale of “The Crying Boy,” a cursed painting blamed for a string of bizarre house fires across 1980s England. 🎨 Art or artifact? 🔥 Coincidence or curse? 🗞️ Tabl…
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On this Saturday edition, Mike Pesca reaches into the archives for a 2016 classic with actor and author Jesse Eisenberg. They discuss Eisenberg's short story collection Bream Gives Me Hiccups and the "creek vs. crick" linguistic controversy it sparked, while analyzing why a nine-year-old restaurant critic is the perfect vessel for exposing adult hy…
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CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains adult language, depictions of violence, drug use, and/or sexually sensitive material. The boy finds himself home alone yet again, though his fun comes to a halt when a giant twister rolls into town. Now the boy and his trusty dog Frodo have to quest to meet Dr Oz, and even make a few new friends along the way.…
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Today on The Gist, the late Bob Saget, who reconciles his Full House image with his "Dirty Daddy" persona while admitting he was a "nerd burglar" in his youth. They dissect the difference between misogyny and locker room talk, deconstruct the logic of his famous "Winnebago" joke. Then, cultural critic Chuck Klosterman joins to analyze The Nineties,…
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It's time to wrap up the Season of the Witch by opening a magic bag full of listener questions, updates and also-rans. Ursula K. Leguin's Carrier Bag Theory, Tilly from Tots TV, the population of Iceland, Bette Davis, Halloweentown, Poison for the Fairies, Hilary Duff, Grotbags and Wizadora await. Want to find out our favourite fantasy novels? List…
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On this Thanksgiving edition Mike Pesca serves up two revitalized classics, starting with Henry Winkler (The Fonz), who joins to discuss his Hank Zipser books, the unique Dutch font designed for dyslexic readers, and his tenure-granting plan to design the world's first consumer jet pack. Then, we revisit a conversation with counterterrorism expert …
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This episode features "The Cold Burning Light of Her" by Sam W. Pisciotta (©2025 by Sam W. Pisciotta) read by Roxanne Hernandez, and "Operation: Grapevine" by Joel W.D. Buxton (©2025 by Joel W.D. Buxton) read by Scott Peterson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press
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He answers the phone and immediately calms a fan who calls him a hero — and from that small, human moment this episode unfurls into a lively, unguarded portrait of Joe R. Lansdale. Listen as a nervous admirer becomes a collaborator in a conversation that moves from Roadkill chapbooks to martial arts, audio books, and the strange, funny lines that m…
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Mike Pesca is joined by CNN anchor and author Abby Phillip to discuss her new book, A Dream Deferred: Jesse Jackson and the Fight for Black Political Power. They explore Jackson's soaring, sermon-like rhetorical style and the hubris of the "tree shaker, not a jelly maker" philosophy. The conversation traces how Jackson's push to change delegate rul…
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In this episode, Alan and Diane talk to writer and neuroscientist Arula Ratnakar. They discuss Phillip K. Dick, computational neursocience, hard science fiction, science and math communication, preceptions of reality, the neuroscience of neurodiversity, psychedelics, being neurodiverse in a neurotypical world, AI, Clarkesworld, evolving in public, …
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We’ve seen a fair amount of Jonathan Green lately and that’s not changing anytime soon as we play Howl of the Werewolf, his 2007 book with artwork by the redoubtable Martin McKenna. We’ve got a distinctly gothic horror vibe on display here as we head into the dark realm of Lupravia in search of the monster that infected us with lycanthropy. What co…
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In May 1692, one of Boston's most respected citizens walked into a Salem courtroom—and the accusers couldn't even identify him. Captain John Alden Jr., son of Mayflower passengers and decorated war hero, seemed an unlikely target for witchcraft accusations. But his connections to Native Americans and the French made him dangerous in the eyes of war…
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One of the longest enduring afterlife beliefs that we have is reincarnation. The thought goes that once we pass away, some part of us is reborn into a new person; a new body, and that life continues again and again and again. Many cultures throughout the world and throughout time have held this belief to be fundamentally true. It has only been in t…
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Mike Pesca welcomes back Nick Gillespie (Reason Magazine) and first-time guest Russ Muirhead (Dartmouth professor and New Hampshire State Rep.) for a spirited debate that is—we swear—not even mad. Today, we look at the half-full autocratic glass: Does the dismissal of the Comey and James indictments prove that institutions are holding, or does the …
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(4/7; Chapters 10-12) Vampirism, Kink, Catholicism, oh my! Read along with us! Support us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a buck ($1) and get ad-free episodes! Or make a one-time donation on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Produced, directed, recorded and edited by: Ryan Carter Hosted by: Ryan Carter & Jackie Eckert Theme music by Ja…
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When Todd (LeJon) happens across a high-tech fortune‑teller booth, he thinks he's just here for an interview. But Athena (Dawna Lee Heising), the AI within, begins to pry at the corners of his life, unspooling a past he has tried to bury. What starts as a routine application becomes a delicate reckoning between human frailty and machine insight. Th…
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