Best Joan Summers Podcasts (2025)

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197: Summer Reviews on 28 Years Later, The Life of Chuck, and more 39:41

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Max does a solo episode as he talks about the latest news in the film industry, the summer box office game, and reviews some recent theater releases in 28 Years Later and The Life of Chuck. Website: https://itsthepictures.libsyn.com/ itsthepictures.substack.com Download the episode today, and find us on Bluesky, Instagram, and Letterboxd. Like the …

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Ep 274 Stories Are Everywhere with Joan Schoettler

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Joan Schoettler has surrounded herself with children’s literature, sharing it with her sons when they were young, inviting children she taught to step into the world of stories, and teaching children’s literature at California State University in Fresno. In addition to spending time with family and friends, she enjoys reading, gardening, and travel…

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805: Amrikan with Khushbu Shah and Koreaworld with Matt Rodbard and Deuki Hong 49:41

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This week, we look at modern food and culture from two popular cuisines. First, we sit down with acclaimed food writer Khushbu Shah to talk about her debut cookbook, which is all about Indian home-cooked dishes. She shares ingenious hacks and delicious Indian-inspired recipes that can come together in a pinch using everyday pantry items, and teache…

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Patti LuPone vs. Patti LuPone (feat. Alex Bedder) 57:54

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We are joined in Part Two of this special episode with broadway industry expert Alex Bedder to talk everything Patti LuPone, Audra McDonald, Kecia Lewis, and BTS from the latest Tonys Awards ceremony. Find Alex Bedder on Instagram and on their website! JOIN US ON PATREON About: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free …

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Why Weight Loss Drugs Alone Won’t Change Your Habits with Thomas Wadden 46:09

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The weight loss world has been turned upside down. With GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy delivering unprecedented results, many people are asking: Do we still need to worry about diet and exercise? Can these powerful drugs really do all the heavy lifting, or are we missing something crucial? This question isn't just academic - it's persona…

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Ep 273 Born From A Writing Dare with Hannah Jordan

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Hannah grew up in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia but wound up in South Jersey after falling in love with her complete opposite. She's got all the degrees of a "serious" fiction writer but only smiles when she's writing romance. She lives with her husband and two daughters in a picturesque town outside of Philadelphia where she enjoys reading …

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TOM CRUISE + ANA DE ARMS 4EVA / QUESTLOVE: ROOTS FYRE FEST / JARED LETO / MILEY CYRUS SPENT MONEY ON WHAT FOR HER ALBUM??? / KIM ZOLCIAK VS. KROY BIERMANN ROUND 36 / ORLANDO BLOOM & KATY PERRY ARE DONEZO ... 1:01:49

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Gotta get something off your chest? Text me! HELLOOOOO, my little Bumbabees! & Welcome back to The Bumba.cast for the 36th episode of the Pop-Cultured News! Today's episode is not ONLY available via ALL podcast platforms, BUT also now available to WATCH WITH ME, YES ME, on YouTube @thebumbacastpod today as well starting at 12:00PM EST! Don't forget…

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827: Life of a Restaurant Critic with Bill Addison and Wini Moranville 49:20

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This week, we talk to two longtime restaurant critics from different parts of the country about what makes their work so interesting and what they're excited to eat. First, Bill Addison, restaurant critic for The Los Angeles Times, talks about his approach to critical writing, his favorite restaurant experiences, and the evolution of California cui…

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196: Celebrating JAWS 50th with Odie Henderson 1:34:30

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Film Critic Odie Henderson joins Max and Evan to discuss the 50th anniversary of JAWS. The landmark film continues to excite filmgoers even all these years later. The episode also includes discussions on Mission: Impossible, Sinners, and reviews of Pee-Wee as Himself and Ballerina. Website: https://itsthepictures.libsyn.com/ itsthepictures.substack…

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Patti LuPone vs. Broadway (feat. Alex Bedder) 1:06:12

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We are joined for this special episode with broadway industry expert Alex Bedder to talk everything Patti LuPone, Audra McDonald, Kecia Lewis, and BTS from the latest Tonys Awards ceremony. Find Alex Bedder on Instagram and on their website! JOIN US ON PATREON About: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly…

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How to Manage Weight Gain During Menopause with Nanette Santoro and Annie Caldwell 47:03

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Menopause and weight gain - two words that strike fear into the hearts of millions of women. But what if everything you've been told about inevitable weight gain during menopause isn't the whole story? What if there are strategies, backed by cutting-edge research, that can help you navigate this transition without accepting defeat? Join Holly and J…

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Business Leaders Bridging The Climate Gap – Voices From The Earth Day Women’s Summit 46:57

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“Most things when it comes to corporate sustainability do not happen in a vacuum. I am part of an environmental sustainability team, but we would not be able to accomplish anything without our energy teams, our network teams, and more. The ability to take what can be a complex idea and translate that into a compelling business case often comes down…

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667. Lilo & Stitch (2025), Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning, Bring Her Back, Viet and Nam 1:04:35

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Dave and Alonso cover a wide swatch of the current cinema. Subscribe (and review us) at Apple Podcasts, follow us @linoleumcast on Bluesky, Instagram, and Twitter, what's your price for flight. Join our club, won't you? Alonso's American CInematheque screening series, June 14, 21, and 28. Alonso on the Pride! Live authors' panel, June 19. (Tickets …

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Ep 272 13 Ideas to Keep Writing This Summer

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Get signed up for the Book Sales School Summit here: https://katcaldwell.com/booksalessummit2025 If you're a fiction teacher or coach you might be interested in the Fiction Teachers Summit. Sign up here:https://katcaldwell.com/fiction-teachers-summit Rhonda Douglas is starting her Book Finishers Bootcamp July 18th. It's a ver good way to get ahead …

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Episode 735: 3 Junes 50:03

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Have you ever wondered how June looks and tastes in different parts of the country? This week, we visit three different corners of the country to hear about their Junes. Gullah Geechee Chef-Farmer, Matthew Raiford in Coastal Georgia describes this time of year as “where the wild things are”. He tells us how his decision to come back to the south to…

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FREE JOE EXOTIC 32:58

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Gotta get something off your chest? Text me! HELLOOOOO, my little Bumbabees! Lions, & Tigers, & Joe Exotic, oh my! I have a very special guest today on the Pod, & it's THE Tiger King, himself, Joseph "Joe Exotic" Maldonado. Joe & I go over all the inconsistencies in his case, who set him up, & what we can all do to help him be free! Don't believe a…

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Insurrecting JoJo Siwa's Pansexual Polycule 1:26:34

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JOIN US ON PATREON About: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the hands of it. Find out the stories behind the stories, as together they look beyond the headlines of troublesome Y…

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Truth vs. Myth: 10 Weight Loss Beliefs Put to the Test 37:16

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Can you tell the difference between weight loss fact and fiction? With so much conflicting information floating around on social media and in conversations, it's easy to believe ideas that sound right but may actually be holding you back. Join Holly and Jim for a fun, eye-opening game of "Myth vs. Truth: Weight Loss Edition," where they tackle 10 o…

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Green Cement Is Changing How We Build – Marci Jenks, Eco Material Technologies 32:45

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“Our core business is harvesting and collecting the by-product from coal combustion plants historically, called fly ash. We introduce it into supplementary cementitious materials to create a Portland cement replacement. We are pushing for 20% and even 30% [replacement of traditional cement] and hopefully reaching 100% one day with our technologies …

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271 Page Turner Awards Writing Contest with Paula Sheridan

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Page Turner Awards is an inclusive writing and book awards with one goal – to change the lives of as many writers as possible. The team at Page Turner Awards passionately believes that talented writers can be from any background, age, race, religion, or interest. To find out more and enter the awards go to https://bit.ly/Kat-Caldwell-2025 If you de…

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826: Celebrating 30 Years: Live from Iowa City 49:46

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Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Pandora We're celebrating our 30th Anniversary on the road, and this week, we make our fourth stop in Iowa City in partnership with IPR. We talk to bakers, chefs, restaurateurs, and farmers about the food of the heartland. First up, Shae and Anna Pesek of Over the Moon Farm and T.D.…

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BONUS: Across the English Channel Teaser

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Want to read the book? Head here to buy from me: https://katcaldwell.com/books Head here for Amazon: https://katcaldwell.com/english-channel Want o make your own audiobooks? Go to https://spoken.press and use the code word PENCILS to make an account! Let me know what you think! @author_katcaldwell on Instagram and @katcaldwell.author on TikTok…

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Nathan Fielder’s Miracle Over the Mojave 1:17:18

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In which we dive deep into Lana Love, Nathan for You, and The Rehearsal Season 2 finale (spoilers throughout). JOIN US ON PATREON About: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wields it, and who suffers at the ha…

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195: John Wick Series "Yeah, I'm thinking I'm back" 1:15:38

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Max and Evan discuss the John Wick series of films on this week's episode. Using the recently released documentary "Wick is Pain" and the upcoming spin-off "Ballerina" as a jumping-off point, the guys share some of their favorite parts of the John Wick series. Before the feature, they talk about the winners of the Cannes Film Festival, some embargo…

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Why Mind State is the Key to Weight Loss Maintenance 45:35

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Are you struggling to maintain your weight loss results long-term? The missing ingredient might not be what you think. Forget about another new diet or workout routine - this episode dives into something potentially more powerful: your mind state. Join Holly and Jim as they introduce a revolutionary concept they've developed through years of workin…

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Leading In Times Of Great Change – Deborah Lee James, 23rd Secretary of the U.S. Air Force 46:04

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“Change is a constant. This is the world that we live in. And so how do you decide what needs to change and transform? The best leaders have certain traits about them when it comes to leading an organisation through change. Great leaders have an ability to communicate and inspire and they never get tired of doing it. Or if they get tired, they keep…

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INTERVIEW WITH "AMERICAN CLOWN", GUILFORD ADAMS 39:36

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Gotta get something off your chest? Text me! HELLOOOO, my little Bumbabees! Welcome back to The Bumba.cast for a Special Episode! On today's episode, I'm sitting down with Professional Clown, & Documentary Feature Filmmaker, Guilford Adams to discuss his upcoming Documentary Feature Film, "American Clown". "American Clown" is set to feature some BI…

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Ep 270 Fiction from the Ruins with Esther Goldenberg

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Esther thought of herself as a reluctant reader until she read John Irving’s, The World According to Garp in her teens. From that day on, she discovered that she loves books! These days, she mostly listens to audiobooks. Esther’s writing career grew from the stories she told her children. Book after book poured out of her as she began to put the wo…

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732: Real world seafood cooking with Genevieve Ko and Jennifer Bushman 50:07

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When it comes to seafood, frozen is the new fresh. We talk to seafood industry expert, Jennifer Bushman about how technology has improved the quality of frozen fish and how to make the most of canned seafood from your local grocery store. Her latest project is Sea Pantry, how to keep your pantry stocked up with ingredients from the sea. Then, Senio…

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Nathan Fielder, Autism Awareness Advocate 1:16:57

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In which we dive deep into the past controversial press coverage surrounding Nathan Fielder and his debut Comedy Central show 'Nathan for You' JOIN US ON PATREON About: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, who wiel…

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666. Hurry Up Tomorrow, Bonjour Tristesse (2025), Secret Mall Apartment, Nocturnes 1:12:33

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Dave and Alonso don't summon the prince of lies for episode 666, but they do review that movie from The Weeknd, so call it even. Subscribe (and review us) at Apple Podcasts, follow us @linoleumcast on Bluesky, Instagram, and Facebook, wouldn't ya, barracuda? Don't miss Dave's Q&A after The Secret Lives of Bill Bartell on May 30, and check out Alons…

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DIDDY TRIAL | Week 1 (Hollywood True Crimes; THE DEMISE OF A BAD BOY) 2:10:15

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Gotta get something off your chest? Text me! HELLOOOOO, my little Bumbabees! Welcome back to another episode of The Bumba.cast's Hollywood True Crimes! This time, I'm covering the Diddy trial LIVE each week with all the details being revealed from both the Prosecution side as well as Defense. Let's get right into it, shall we? We've got a WEEK's WO…

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10 Summer Routines and Rituals for a Fun and Healthy Season 34:54

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Summer has a way of throwing structure out the window. The longer days, vacations, kids out of school, and spontaneous social events can quickly derail your weight management habits, leaving you completely off track and frustrated by August. But what if this summer could be different? What if you could enjoy all the freedom and fun of the season wh…

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The Politics Of Progress On Climate And Energy – U.S. Representative Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) 43:53

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“While the word ‘climate’ may be politically charged for some, the need for affordable, reliable, and secure energy is something we can all agree on. Americans are calling for action, and as Members of Congress it’s our responsibility to deliver. If we want long-term solutions that address both our constituents' concerns and growing climate risks, …

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Ep 269 Revolutionizing Audiobooks with guests Phil and Andrew from Spoken

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This week I'm so excited to bring an interview with Spoken to you! They are truly changing the audiobook industry and I want you to be part of it! I've always wanted to have audiobooks, but it's been so far out of reach due to price for me, but not any more! Spoken Studio is the first purpose-built workflow empowering authors breaking the sound bar…

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SUMMER HOUSE REWATCH (S1 | E3 & E4) 54:36

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Gotta get something off your chest? Text me! HELLOOOOO, my little Bumbabees! & Welcome back to Episode #2 of the Summer House Rewatch Series! Today, we're discussing Episodes #3 & #4 of Season 1! So, I hope you're caught up because it's going to be a busy week, & I'm going to keep trucking right on through our Rewatch together, along with Diddy tri…

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730: Vegetarian Cooking with Deborah Madison 50:15

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This week, we spend the hour with Deborah Madison, one of the trailblazers in popularizing vegetarian cooking in America — even though she’s not a full-time vegetarian herself. We chat with her about how she came to be the founding chef of Greens, likely America's first high-end vegetarian restaurant, at a time when fine dining meant meat at the ce…

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665. Final Destination: Bloodlines, Friendship, Magic Farm, Caught by the Tides, The Kiss, Juliet & Romeo 1:17:22

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Dave White show love to both studio and indie movies this week (although not all of them). Subscribe and review us at Apple Podcasts, follow us @linoleumcast at Bluesky, Instagram, and Facebook, go when the going is good. Get tickets for the Brain Dead Studios screening of The Secret Lives of Bill Bartell on May 30, followed by a Q&A moderated by D…

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Nathan Fielder, The Wizard of Loneliness 1:22:25

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In which we dive deep into the latest controversial press coverage surrounding Nathan Fielder and his new HBO Max documentary series ‘The Rehearsal’ JOIN US ON PATREON About: Hosted by journalists Joan Summers and Matthew Lawson, Eating For Free is a weekly podcast that explores gossip and power in the pop culture landscape: Where it comes from, wh…

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BEYONCÉ VS. THE SPHERE / WALTON GOGGINS & AIMEE LOU WOOD / SPICE GIRLS REUNION? / LADY GAGA BOMB THREAT / DOECHII HAS ANXIETY / 2-YEAR ANNIVERSARY & MORE! 1:02:48

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Gotta get something off your chest? Text me! HELLOOOOOO, my little Bumbabees! & Welcome back to The Bumba.cast's Pop-Cultured News #35! It's been a busy couple weeks, so let's dive right into it, shall we? 1. Beyoncé received a cease-&-desist from The Sphere. But, why? 2. Are Walton Goggins & Aimee Lou Wood really beefing? Here's what I think... 3.…

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Women Rewriting The Climate Conversation – Voices From The Earth Day Women’s Summit 54:29

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“How do we get people in the tent to even hear the story? With ‘Living with Ed’ and other projects, we were a family they could identify with. We were yelling, laughing, loving each other while talking about real issues. I represented the average person’s perspective on issues like taking the subway. There’s the funny, and there’s the conflict. If …

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The Missing Piece in GLP-1 Success with Joan Salge-Blake 45:38

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Are you on GLP-1 weight loss medications but struggling with side effects or nutrition concerns? Many people find that while these medications help shed pounds, they also create new challenges—from reduced appetite to difficulty enjoying foods you once loved. Join Holly and Jim as they interview nutrition expert Joan Salge-Blake, a registered dieti…

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194: Sci-Fi / Horror Tropes with Deirdre Crimmins 1:39:02

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Max and Evan are joined by horror afectionado and journalist Deirdre Crimmins to discuss tropes in Horror / Sci-fi. Before starting the episode, there's some brief discussion on GTA VI and some upcoming movies from James Grey and Jane Schoenbrun. Then the conversation turns to the featured topic with a discussion of some of the more common tropes i…

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Ep 268 The Editor-Author Partnership with Melissa Burnham

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Today I'm talking with Melissa Burnham from Embers Igniting. Melissa is a writer herself and sees editing as a partnership, walking beside writers through the editing process, encouraging growth while respecting their unique style and explaining the “why” behind her suggestions. Melissa is offering a 2000 word sample edit for Pencils&Lipstick liste…