Best The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of Podcasts (2025)

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Don’t Open, Dead Inside 1:04:59

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No, it’s not the title of David’s Hollywood memoir, it’s Heritage’s three-day The Walking Dead auction extravaganza! Join David and Ryan as they flip through 640 pages of stunning lots from the hit AMC show and debate which weapon they would use in the event of a zombie apocalypse… and also whether they could fit a tiger in the back of a Cybertruck…

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Escape Artists 50:28

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This week, Margaret Drabble enjoys an enthralling biography of an adventure writer and his entourage; and Thea Lenarduzzi on the gothic mystery at the heart of her new book. 'Storyteller: The life of Robert Louis Stevenson', by Leo Damrosch 'The Tower', by Thea Lenarduzzi Produced by Charlotte Pardy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i…

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Episode 45 - To Follow Flames 35:38

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“AN/BC-202210-F - frustratio kindr [the disappointment of family] AN/RN-202210-A - dimidium ì elsk af flammae [half in love with flames] AN/BC-202210-G - ny-vaknadr [awakened] AN/BC-202210-H - hvar occursus praeterita et a-lengdar [where past and future meet] AN/BC-202210-I - jadarr fides [the edge of faith] AN/BC-202210-J - quisquiliae eldr [dumps…

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EP194 Pineapple, Taylor Swift, and the Truth About Limiting Beliefs 25:04

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Send us a text Welcome to a delightfully unfiltered episode where Angela and Sami get grumpy, but not without a purpose. This week, we’re talking about the everyday annoyances that poke at our peace and why those irritations often point to something deeper (hint: it’s not actually about pineapple on pizza). From workout pain and pizza judgment to u…

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Dramatic licence 57:22

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This week, Mary Beard grapples with a noisy new version of Euripides at the National Theatre; and Norma Clarke on the mysterious world of Helen DeWitt's new novel. 'Bacchae', by Nima Taleghani, after Euripedes, Olivier Theatre, National Theatre, London, until November 1 'Your Name Here', by Helen DeWitt and Ilya Gridneff Produced by Charlotte Pardy…

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Holy 60s Television Sale, Batman! 1:47:10

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David and Ryan are joined once again by Stuff Dreams Are Made Of guest MVP Rob Klein - this time to discuss the incredible Stuart Berkowitz collection. This massive archive of 1960s television assets goes under the hammer at Heritage Auctions on October 24, 2025. He's got the Honeymooners, Gilligan's Island, Lost in Space, Star Trek, the Munsters, …

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EP193 What Healthy Competition Really Looks Like with Jake Thompson 41:39

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Send us a text What if competition isn’t the problem? What if it’s how we’ve been thinking about it? In Part 2 of our conversation with Jake Thompson, keynote speaker, leadership coach, and Chief Encouragement Officer at Compete Every Day, Sami and Angela dig into what healthy competition really looks like in everyday life. From comparing yourself …

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What Ho! 54:33

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This week, Tim Lake explains why Bertie Wooster is not half the dimwit we think he is; and fiction editor Toby Lichtig introduces the novels to look out for this autumn. Produced by Charlotte Pardy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 44 - Another's Burning 28:52

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“AN/BC-202210-A - fjordr et flammae [feather and flame] AN/BC-202210-B - volatus [flight] AN/BC-202210-C - adere [burning] AN/BC-202210-D - sam-eign stjarnai [the conflict of stars] AN/BC-202210-E - nyr adventus [a new arrival]” Transcripts available here: https://www.planarprod.com/the-attic-monologues-transcripts CONTENT WARNINGS: Ableism & infan…

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A Return to Comic Art Form: Treasures From the Keif Fromm Collection 2:02:10

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David and Ryan crack open another Heritage auction catalog, but this one is brimming with beautiful original comic art rather than props. Joined by honored friend of the podcast and golden-age comic art guru Kelvin Mao, the guys discuss the legacy of a complicated collector and marvel over the incredible collection of golden age works that he assem…

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EP192 I Stopped Competing With Everyone, Here’s What Happened 24:16

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By Angela Belford & Sami Kinnison

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Not All Heroes Wear Capes 43:05

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This week, Nicola Shulman is entranced by the life of a naturalist; and Larry Wolff enjoys a night at the opera - with added superheroes. 'A year with Gilbert White: The first great nature writer', by Jenny Uglow 'The amazing adventures of Kavalier & Clay', by Mason Bates and Gene Scheer, based on the book by Michael Chabon, Metropolitan Opera, New…

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EP191 The Magic of Everyday Storytelling with Sara Lohse 43:14

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By Angela Belford & Sami Kinnison

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Deep Dive: Pee-Wee Herman's Bike 1:24:27

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David and Ryan are joined by reliable props expert Jay Skwarlo who has abandoned TIE Pilots for red bikes to discuss all things Pee Wee's Big Adventure for the film's 40th anniversary. The guys discuss every iteration of the 13 (!) bikes made for the movie, those Jay has handled, those he's restored, those he's still looking to meet ($10,000 reward…

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All Rise 55:20

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This week, Richard Sennett delivers a powerful warning to universities to defend their freedom; and Helena Kelly on the revolutionary world that shaped Jane Austen. 'The Worlds of Jane Austen: The Influence and Inspiration Behind the Novels', by Helena Kelly Produced by Charlotte Pardy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 43 - Date Night 29:45

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"AN/RN#202209-H - dilatio [reprieve] Voice Note #397 - idk idk idkkkkk AN/RN#202209- per nyr auga [through new eyes] AN/RN#202209- heima dulce heima [home sweet home] AN/RN#202209- thromri mundi [the edge of the world]” Transcripts available here: https://www.planarprod.com/the-attic-monologues-transcripts CONTENT WARNINGS: Lying, unhealthy family …

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EP190 Finding Strength in the Messy Middle with Amy Wilkins 33:19

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Send us a text Ever feel like you’re stuck in that “in-between” space where life feels uncertain, overwhelming, or just plain messy? You’re not where you were, but you’re not where you want to be yet. That’s the messy middle, and it can be one of the hardest seasons to walk through. In this episode, Angela and Sami sit down with Amy Wilkins, Messy …

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Upgrades 1:21:32

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Today on the pod, David and Ryan discuss the thing that every collector seeks: making their collection better. Specifically, taking a piece in your collection and upgrading it. That can mean anything from going from production-made to screen-used, from stunt to hero, from un-matched to screen-matched and beyond! How do the guys approach an upgrade?…

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Epic moves 55:38

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This week, AE Stallings immerses herself in Daniel Mendelsohn's new translation of Homer's Odyssey; and Dinah Birch is intrigued by an ambitious novel twenty years in the making. 'The Odyssey', by Homer, translated by Daniel Mendelsohn 'The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny', by Kiran Desai Produced by Charlotte Pardy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri…

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¡La Colección de Guillermo del Toro! 1:30:15

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What's almost as good as getting the legendary Guillermo del Toro on the podcast to talk about his collection? Getting his collection on the podcast to talk about it! Join David and Ryan as they dive into the catalog for Heritage Auctions' Guillermo del Toro Collection: Bleak House, Part 1 coming to you live on September 26th! The guys cover everyt…

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EP189 Doing the Hard Thing (Even When It’s the Right Thing) 19:22

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Send us a text Sami returns to the podcast with an honest look at what life has been like after becoming a mom of three through an unexpected guardianship that is now on the path to adoption. She shares the emotional highs and lows of bonding with a toddler, navigating work transitions, and leading a major community project all at once. This episod…

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Bonus Episode: The Propstore EMLA, LA Post-Auction Breakdown 46:43

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On a very special, unscheduled, unsponsored episode of the podcast, David and Ryan hop on the mics to review the September 2025 Propstore auction. What did they win? What did they lose? What did they think of the results? Did David win a lightsaber? Did Ryan decide what to bid on? Hint: someone made some dough, and someone spent too much. Email: dr…

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Such stuff as dreams are made on 52:46

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This week, James Shapiro celebrates New York's love affair with Shakespeare; Mark Nayler goes on the hunt for monsters; and Lily Herd introduces this issue's In Brief pages. 'Monsterland: A journey around the world’s dark imagination', by Nicholas Jubber 'The Perilous Deep: A supernatural history of the Atlantic', by Karl Bell Produced by Charlotte…

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Episode 42 - A Soft Place to Land 40:02

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“AN/RN#202209-D - meginurdr [the power to undo] AN/RN#202209-E - likr natum saudr [like a newborn lamb] AN/RN#202209-F - adversaconsequentia [reckoning] AN/RN#202209-G - diu mistae elsk [a long lost love]” Transcripts available here: https://www.planarprod.com/the-attic-monologues-transcripts CONTENT WARNINGS: Descriptions and discussion of war, de…

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Mailbags are Our Bag 1:29:07

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Listener questions have piled up, so between auctions David and Ryan are diving in with their virtual letter openers to unseal and read. The questions and answers cover every kind of topic under the sun, including: buying pieces from reputable productions via disreputable vendors, buying pieces from disreputable productions via reputable vendors, t…

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EP188 When It’s Time to Stop: Permission to Pivot and Redefine with Stacy Ryan 33:51

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Send us a text What if the bravest thing you could do… was stop? In this powerful and vulnerable episode, Angela sits down with fellow podcaster and author Stacy Ryan to talk about what it really looks like to consciously walk away from something—even something meaningful, purpose-driven, and healing. Stacy shares her journey through surviving canc…

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Code-breakers 51:45

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This week, Professor Jonathan Bate on a tiny Elizabethan portrait with an illuminating history; and novelist Gwendoline Riley assesses the mysterious life and work of Dame Muriel Spark. 'Electric Spark: The enigma of Muriel Spark', by Frances Wilson 'The Letters of Muriel Spark – Volume 1: 1944–1963', edited by Dan Gunn Produced by Charlotte Pardy …

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Live on Tape: The September 2025 Propstore EMLA LA! 1:56:02

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David and Ryan get on the blower to cover the categories and days 2 and 3 of the Propstore auction, which kicks off tomorrow, September 4th! Hear all about David's anxiety over Darth Vader's lightsaber and Ryan's over the sheer amount of Keaton Batman stuff he has look at before the auction really even begins. They discuss the little things they lo…

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EP187 Rewrite the Script in Your Head: The Beliefs That Set You Free 10:56

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Send us a text Happy September! In this solo episode, Angela reflects on why this time of year feels like the real New Year and how we can use it to reset, reflect, and rewire the beliefs that are holding us back. She also celebrates the anniversaries of publishing Be Freaking Awesome (2017) and Traveling Light (2023). Angela shares what she’s lear…

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Let's Get Lost 50:29

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This week, the winner of this year's TLS Ackerley Prize, Jeff Young, discusses his spellbinding memoir; and Toby Lichtig talks to the Australian novelist Michelle de Kretser at this year's Hay Festival. 'Wild Twin', by Jeff Young 'Theory & Practice', by Michelle de Kretser Produced by Charlotte Pardy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more …

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Episode 41 - Fear of Falling 39:46

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“AN/RN#202209-A - actum thrir [act three] AN/RN#202209-B - absens [missing] Voice Note #396 - dear future bella AN/RN#202209-C - ræddoghe ruina [fear of falling]” Transcripts available here: https://www.planarprod.com/the-attic-monologues-transcripts CONTENT WARNINGS: Descriptions and discussion of death, falling, nightmares, body horror (disintegr…

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Deep Dive: The Lightsaber (Part 2) 1:23:09

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Lucasfilm (and laser sword) expert Brandon Alinger returns to the podcast a mere week before freaking Darth Vader's freaking hero lightsaber goes under the hammer at Propstore. Together, he, David, and Ryan discuss the lightsabers of The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi and dive deep into the Vader saber that Propstore discovered earlier …

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EP186 From GED to PhD: Hope, Healing, and a Hunger to Learn with Dr. Jessi Brewer 30:56

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Send us a text 🎙 Episode 186: From GED to PhD: Hope, Healing, and a Hunger to Learn with Dr. Jessi Brewer | Part 2 of 2 What if the way back to yourself started with a book? In Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Jessi Brewer, we move from big systems to deeply personal transformation. Jessi opens up about growing up below the poverty line, navigat…

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Season 3 Trailer / Season 2 Recap 3:08

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the stage is set... THE ATTIC MONOLOGUES RETURNS AUGUST 27TH

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In vino veritas 45:13

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This week, George Berridge instructs Lucy and Alex on the noble art of oenophilia; and Lucy takes in a trio of musicals. 'Who's Afraid of Romanée-Conti: A shortcut to drinking great wines', by Dan Keeling 'One Thousand Vines: A new way to understand wine', by Pascaline Peltier 'Good Night, Oscar', by Doug Wright, Barbican, until September 21 'Top H…

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The September 2025 Propstore EMLA... LA 2:01:36

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It's Q4 and another massive auction season is nigh upon us. The fun kicks off with Propstore's September live auction and 1,400+ lots from all your favorite (and some unfavorite) films and TV shows. Join David and Ryan as they page through Day 1 of the sale and cover everything from 2010 to Zardoz and everything in between, including Clockwork oran…

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EP185 What Literature Teaches Us About Justice with Dr. Jessi Brewer 22:13

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Send us a text 🎙 Episode 158: What Literature Teaches Us About Justice with Dr. Jessi Brewer Part 1 of 2 with Dr. Jessi Brewer What does Victorian literature have to do with modern prisons? This week, we’re joined by Dr. Jessi Brewer, a literary scholar and Arkansas native, for a conversation that just might blow your mind. From GED to PhD, Jessi’s…

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A Force of Nature 53:30

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Alex Clark celebrates the life and work of Edna O'Brien with filmmaker Sinéad O'Shea and novelists Eimear McBride and Jan Carson at this year's Belfast Book Festival. 'Blue Road: The Edna O'Brien Story', by Sinéad O'Shea Produced by Charlotte Pardy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Deep Dive: The Lightsaber 1:02:20

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It's not as clumsy or as random as a blaster. It's an elegant weapon for a more civilized -- yadda yadda. The iconic weapon of the Jedi Knight is certainly in the zeitgeist these days. In September, Darth Vader's screen-matched hero fighting lightsaber will go under hammer at Propstore Auctions, a first for any screen-used piece in this very specia…

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EP184 From Activated to Empowered: Nervous System Hacks You Need Now 35:49

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Send us a text On this episode of Be Freaking Awesome, Angela is joined by Dr. Roz Griffiths, a chiropractor from Wellington, New Zealand, for a fascinating deep dive into the polyvagal theory and how understanding your nervous system can help you move from feeling stuck or overwhelmed to feeling safe, regulated, and empowered. Dr. Roz shares her o…

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Feather weight 49:47

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This week, a special interview with farmer and writer James Rebanks about a life-changing stay on the Norwegian coast. 'The Place of Tides', by James Rebanks Produced by Charlotte Pardy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Deep Dive: Gremlins Edition 1:24:23

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The inimitable Tom Spina returns to the podcast to shine a bright light on a topic he seems to know everything about: Gremlins and Mogwai. Having professionally restored almost 80 of the wee beasties, Tom regales David and Ryan with his knowledge of all the ins and outs of the stunts, heroes, marionettes, puppets, giant versions and SFX versions bu…

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EP183 Self-Compassion Tools for High Achievers 41:13

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Send us a text What if being kind to yourself wasn’t just a nice idea—but the key to better relationships, leadership, and daily peace? In this episode, Angela sits down with executive coach and author Massimo Backus to explore what self-compassion in action really looks like—especially for high achievers and recovering perfectionists. With Sami on…

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Blowing in the wind 53:51

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This week, Emile Chabal braces himself against the barrelling force of the Mistral; and Kathryn Hughes is exhilarated by memories of dancing to Dickens in the carpark of the Horsham Odeon. 'The Mistral: A Windswept History of Modern France', by Catherine Tatiana Dunlop 'Showtime!', at the Charles Dickens Museum, until January 18, 2026 Produced by C…

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Director of Fantastic Four, the Fantastic Matt Shakman 1:23:37

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The coups continue on your favorite movie props podcast, this time with Fantastic Four (and WandaVision... and The Great) director Matt Shakman. Matt, a collector himself, is a true-believing, Stuff-Dreams-Are-Made-Of-listening fan with a great interest in movie props. Hear all about how that influenced the fresh and unique aesthetic of Fantastic F…

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EP182 What If We’ve Been Thinking About Confidence All Wrong? 35:02

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Send us a text What if the way we usually talk about confidence is kind of wrong? This week, we’re joined by speaker and confidence igniter Meshell Baker for a conversation that challenges everything you thought you knew about confidence. Meshell doesn’t just inspire. She equips you to take ownership of your confidence. This isn't surface-level mot…

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Hedging Your Bets 50:36

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This week, Norma Clarke explores the ancient arts of hedge-laying, thatching, hay-cutting and wood-turning; and highlights from this week's issue. 'Words from the Hedge: A hedgelayer’s view of the countryside', by Richard Negus 'Of Thorn and Briar: A year with the West Country hedgelayer', by Paul Lamb 'On the Roof: A thatcher’s journey', by Tom Al…

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The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of Investigates Cinema Relics... Investigates 1:26:26

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David and Ryan welcome friend of the podcast, fellow collector, former guest, and creator and host of Cinema Relics Investigates, Dan Lanigan, back onto The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of. This episode reveals what's new in props for both the guys AND for Dan (it's a good one, sci-fi fans), discusses the state of the hobby, and delves into Dan's new web-…

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EP181 Practical Fitness for Every Body & Brain with Abby Clapper 30:16

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Send us a text Ever felt torn between loving the body you have and wishing you moved it a little more? Or walked into a gym, got slammed by fluorescent lights and clanging weights, and thought, “Nope—hard pass”? This conversation with personal-trainer-turned-neurodivergent-fitness-whisperer Abby Clapper is your permission slip to ditch the shame-sp…

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Across the Pond 45:39

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This week, Alicia Rix charts Henry James's return to an unrecognisable homeland; and David Horspool on a Victorian conman and a contemporary swimmer. 'Henry James Comes Home: Rediscovering America in the Gilded Age', by Peter Brooks 'On Writers and Writing: Selected Essays', by Henry James, edited by Michael Gorra 'Swimmingly: Adventures in Water',…