Best Danielle Mercurio Podcasts (2025)

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594. Andor Season 2 Review (with Andrea Kail, Erin Lindsey, Matt London) 1:26:36

2d ago1:26:36

1:26:36

Andrea Kail, Erin Lindsey, and Matt London join us to discuss Season 2 of the Disney+ series Andor, a prequel to the movie Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley

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593. Roger Zelazny's Writing Advice (with Warren Lapine) 1:08:55

10d ago1:08:55

1:08:55

Warren Lapine joins us to discuss editing the book On Writing Science Fiction and Fantasy by Roger Zelazny. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley

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592. The Best of Greg Egan Part 1 Review (with Anthony Ha) 2:24:07

21d ago2:24:07

2:24:07

Anthony Ha joins us to discuss the first eight stories in the book The Best of Greg Egan, part of the SF Masterworks series of science fiction classics. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Stories discussed: "Learning to Be Me" (20:42), "Axiomatic" (44:03), "Appropriate Love" (50:10), "Into Darkness" (1:…

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When the Earth Calls You Home 43:12

1M ago43:12

43:12

In this intimate new episode, Danielle shares the behind-the-scenes journey of finding her new home in Austin — and uncovering a deeper soul mission along the way. After 13 months of being in-between homes, Danielle takes listeners through the emotional, spiritual, and cosmic experiences that shaped her homecoming. From trusting divine timing to na…

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591. Harlan Ellison's Greatest Hits Part 3 Review (with Tom Gerencer) 2:39:59

1M ago2:39:59

2:39:59

Tom Gerencer joins us to discuss the book The Top of the Volcano: The Award-Winning Stories of Harlan Ellison, which contains 11 stories not included in Harlan Ellison’s Greatest Hits. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Stories discussed: "A Boy and His Dog" (1:39), "The Region Between" (37:12), "Basili…

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590. The Best of Larry Niven Part 1 Review (with Mercurio D. Rivera) 1:48:40

2M ago1:48:40

1:48:40

Mercurio D. Rivera joins us to discuss the first nine stories in the short story collection The Best of Larry Niven, edited by Jonathan Strahan. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Stories discussed: "Becalmed in Hell" (5:10), "Bordered in Black" (17:54), "Neutron Star" (26:35), "The Soft Weapon" (38:16)…

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589. Dune Prophecy Season 1 Review (with Andrea Kail, Matthew Kressel, Rajan Khanna) 1:37:16

2M ago1:37:16

1:37:16

Andrea Kail, Matthew Kressel, and Rajan Khanna join us to discuss Season 1 of the HBO series Dune: Prophecy, a prequel set 10,000 years before the events of Frank Herbert’s Dune. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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588. The Urth of the New Sun by Gene Wolfe Book Club (with James Wynn, Craig Brewer) 1:27:33

3M ago1:27:33

1:27:33

James Wynn and Craig Brewer, hosts of the ReReading Wolfe podcast, join us to discuss Gene Wolfe’s classic novel The Urth of the New Sun, a sequel to The Book of the New Sun. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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587. Movie Review: Dark City, Strange Days, The Thirteenth Floor, Looker, Alphaville 1:51:20

3M ago1:51:20

1:51:20

Andrea Kail, Matthew Kressel, and Tom Gerencer join us to discuss the science fiction noir movies Dark City, Strange Days, The Thirteenth Floor, Looker, and Alphaville. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Time stamps: Dark City (3:25), Strange Days (28:55), The Thirteenth Floor (48:19), Looker (1:00:43),…

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From Burnout to Turned On: A Quantum Activation 30:15

3M ago30:15

30:15

In this powerful season opener, Danielle Mercurio invites you into her journey of transformation as she returns to Austin for the third time—this time, ready to plant roots and fully step into her power. Sharing candid stories of navigating burnout, embracing the renovation phase of life, and aligning with the quantum possibilities of the Aquarian …

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586. Harlan Ellison's Greatest Hits Part 2 Review (with Tom Gerencer) 1:58:04

4M ago1:58:04

1:58:04

Tom Gerencer joins us to discuss the second half of the new short story collection Harlan Ellison’s Greatest Hits, edited by J. Michael Straczynski. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Stories discussed: "On the Downhill Side" (2:34), "Paladin of the Lost Hour" (12:00), "The Beast That Shouted Love at th…

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585. Philip Gelatt, writer of The Europa Report and The Spine of Night 1:05:22

5M ago1:05:22

1:05:22

Philip Gelatt joins us to discuss writing the hard science fiction film The Europa Report and the animated sword & sorcery film The Spine of Night. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley

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584. The Making of Secret Level (with J.T. Petty) 58:45

5M ago58:45

58:45

J.T. Petty joins us to discuss serving as executive producer on the new Amazon series Secret Level, a collection of animated shorts set in the worlds of popular video games. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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583. Harlan Ellison’s Greatest Hits Part 1 Review (with Tom Gerencer) 1:57:08

5M ago1:57:08

1:57:08

Tom Gerencer joins us to discuss the first half of the new short story collection Harlan Ellison’s Greatest Hits, edited by J. Michael Straczynski. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Stories discussed: "'Repent Harlequin,' Said the Ticktockman" (13:08), "I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream" (26:00), "The…

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582. The Fifth Head of Cerberus by Gene Wolfe Book Club (with James Wynn, Craig Brewer) 1:32:12

6M ago1:32:12

1:32:12

James Wynn and Craig Brewer, hosts of the ReReading Wolfe podcast, join us to discuss Gene Wolfe’s classic novel The Fifth Head of Cerberus, about two planets that may or may not be inhabited by shapeshifting aliens. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm…

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581. Andrew Niccol Movies: Gattaca, The Truman Show, Simone, In Time, Anon 1:56:51

6M ago1:56:51

1:56:51

Andrea Kail, Matthew Kressel, and Tom Gerencer join us to discuss the movies Gattaca, The Truman Show, Simone, In Time, and Anon, all of which were written by Andrew Niccol. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Time stamps: Gattaca (11:57), The Truman Show (45:09), Simone (1:03:13), In Time (1:18:08), Ano…

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580. The New Mexico Mafia (with Melinda M. Snodgrass) 1:23:59

7M ago1:23:59

1:23:59

Melinda M. Snodgrass joins us to discuss the New Mexico Mafia, a tight-knit community of fantasy & science fiction writers that formed in New Mexico in the 1970s and 1980s, a group that included George R. R. Martin, Roger Zelazny, Stephen R. Donaldson, and Fred Saberhagen. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/ge…

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579. The Future of Demographic Collapse (with Malcolm Collins) 1:17:54

7M ago1:17:54

1:17:54

Malcolm Collins, co-host of the Based Camp podcast, joins us to discuss future scenarios involving demographic collapse, genetic engineering, and AI. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley

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578. Terminator Zero Season 1 Review (with Daniel H. Wilson, Zach Chapman) 1:24:50

8M ago1:24:50

1:24:50

Daniel H. Wilson and Zach Chapman join us to discuss the Netflix series Terminator Zero, an animated spinoff of the classic films Terminator and Terminator 2: Judgment Day. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Finding Power in Authenticity and Inner Strength with Kate Eckman 1:04:26

8M ago1:04:26

1:04:26

Danielle is joined by Kate Eckman, a dynamic coach, speaker, and author. Together, they explore the profound aspects of self-esteem, confidence, and the power of vulnerability. Kate shares her journey from competitive swimming and modeling to embracing a career centered around enhancing human potential through mindfulness, neuroscience, and self-ac…

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Redefining Spirituality + Mysticism for the Future 36:03

9M ago36:03

36:03

Danielle delves into one of her favorite topics—the Aquarian Age—and explores how AI is reshaping our spiritual landscape. She reflects on the transition from the Piscean Age, where spiritual authority was often externalized in the form of gurus, to the Aquarian Age, where technology empowers us to become our own gurus. Danielle introduces the conc…

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577. The Best of Roger Zelazny Review (with Tom Gerencer) 2:29:54

9M ago2:29:54

2:29:54

Tom Gerencer joins us to discuss the short story collection The Best of Roger Zelazny, part of the SF Masterworks series of science fiction classics. Stories discussed: "Corrida" (20:04), "LOKI 72181" (24:05), "The Doors of His Face, the Lamps of His Mouth" (27:08), "The Great Slow Kings" (35:21), "Permafrost" (38:56), "Home is the Hangman" (44:13)…

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The Future of AI in Creative Spaces with Lauren deVane 59:38

9M ago59:38

59:38

Danielle brings on her friend and fellow AI enthusiast, Lauren deVane aka "AI Auntie." The two met serendipitously at SXSW, where their instant connection and shared passion for AI turned them into event besties. In this conversation, they discuss everything from their experience at SXSW to Lauren’s journey from corporate burnout to becoming a lead…

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576. Stranger in a Strange Land by Robert A. Heinlein Book Club (with Lisa Yaszek, John Kessel, Robby Soave) 1:30:51

10M ago1:30:51

1:30:51

Lisa Yaszek, John Kessel, and Robby Soave join us to discuss Robert Heinlein’s classic novel Stranger in a Strange Land, about a young man raised by Martians. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley

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AI as the Engine of Human Empowerment with Elatia Abate 44:49

10M ago44:49

44:49

In this episode, Danielle welcomes Elatia Abate, a visionary entrepreneur and futurist renowned for her innovative work in leadership and strategy during the Age of AI. Together, they explore AI's potential to amplify human potential, transforming society through AI-human collaboration. Elatia Abate: "We are inside a window of empowerment right now…

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A Return to Innocence with Nichole Sylvester: Overcoming Pain and Embracing Growth 47:39

10M ago47:39

47:39

Join us for a dynamic conversation with Nichole Sylvester, a spiritual teacher, author, and entrepreneur dedicated to helping people embrace their divinity and humanity. In this episode, we delve into the themes of transformation and the personal evolution Nichole has experienced throughout her journey. From overcoming generational abuse and addict…

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575. Rendezvous with Rama by Arthur C. Clarke Book Club (with Matthew Kressel, Anthony Ha, Sara Lynn Michener) 1:16:50

10M ago1:16:50

1:16:50

Matthew Kressel, Anthony Ha, and Sara Lynn Michener join us to discuss Arthur C. Clarke’s classic novel Rendezvous with Rama, about astronauts exploring a giant alien spacecraft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley

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574. A Deepness in the Sky by Vernor Vinge Book Club (with Seth Dickinson, Abby Goldsmith, Mercurio D. Rivera) 1:16:10

11M ago1:16:10

1:16:10

Seth Dickinson, Abby Goldsmith, and Mercurio D. Rivera join us to discuss Vernor Vinge’s classic 1999 novel A Deepness in the Sky, a prequel to his novel A Fire Upon the Deep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley

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Time Is On Your Side 29:11

11M ago29:11

29:11

Danielle delves into the intricate and often misunderstood concept of time. Reflecting on a pivotal moment from three years ago, she explores how much can change in a seemingly short period and how our perception of time can both stretch and compress experiences. Danielle challenges the linear view of time, presenting it as a societal construct and…

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Manifesting Manhattan with Jade Shenker [of Owning Manhattan] 1:10:09

11M ago1:10:09

1:10:09

Danielle interviews Jade Shenker, a top-performing commercial real estate agent and star of Netflix's "Owning Manhattan." Jade shares insights into her journey, her approach to spirituality, and her innovative strategies in the real estate market. The conversation dives into the importance of self-investment, the role of spiritual guidance in succe…

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573. Robert Charles Wilson on Science Fiction and Atheism 42:14

11M ago42:14

42:14

Robert Charles Wilson joins us to discuss his books The Perseids and Other Stories and Owning the Unknown: A Science Fiction Writer Explores Atheism, Agnosticism, and the Idea of God. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley

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Accepting your Inner-Alien for a Better Future 38:49

11M ago38:49

38:49

"Being weird is the pathway to change." In this episode, Danielle explores the experience of feeling like an outsider or alien in today's repetitive and underwhelming world. If you often feel out of place, stuck in the monotony of societal expectations, and burnt out from trying to fit in, this is for you. Danielle shares her insights on embracing …

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Earth Energy + Rooted Wisdom with Rachel Strivelli 55:01

11M ago55:01

55:01

Danielle welcomes Rachel Strivelli, an intuitive, manifesting teacher, speaker, and author of "Talk to the Trees." In this Episode, We Cover: Rachel's journey as an intuitive and manifesting teacher. The significance of nature and trees in spiritual practices. Overcoming self-judgment and self-doubt to manifest abundance. The importance of embodyin…

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Embracing the Light: Summer Solstice and Our Collective Transformation 20:23

11M ago20:23

20:23

Explore the mega significance of the Summer Solstice—the longest day of the year—occurring on June 20th, marking the sun's entry into Cancer. This cosmic event not only heralds the summer season but also symbolizes a period of maximum light and potential. Danielle delves into how this time influences our creativity, visibility, and the desire to ma…

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572. Scavengers Reign Season 1 Review (with Andrea Kail, Zach Chapman, Mercurio D. Rivera) 1:34:05

12M ago1:34:05

1:34:05

Andrea Kail, Zach Chapman, and Mercurio D. Rivera join us to discuss the animated series Scavengers Reign, about a group of survivors stranded on an alien planet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley

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Your Body Was Built to Work Hard and Be Hot with Stasia Patwell 59:44

12M ago59:44

59:44

In this episode of "The Danielle Mercurio Show," Danielle is joined by the dynamic spitfire Stasia Patwell, a fitness instructor, certified personal trainer, and stand-up comedian. Stasia's unique blend of humor and no-nonsense approach to fitness has made her an effective and beloved instructor. Tune in for a lively conversation about fitness, per…

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Embracing AI: Moving Beyond Fear to a Future of Possibilities 41:00

12M ago41:00

41:00

In this episode, Danielle dives deep into the current discourse around AI, exploring whether it can be a positive movement or if it's destined to be mired in fear. She reflects on her personal journey with AI, the benefits it brings, how to maintain an optimistic mindset, and the historical context of technological advancements. Danielle emphasizes…

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